https://barrycountyhistoryportal.org/files/original/25/713/SunandNews_2003-01-07.pdf 0ddfc884eff70d9737858bbe06917f82 PDF Text Text HASTINGS PUBLIC lidMMI DIKM SI Yolk Hometown Newspaper Ser/mg Middleville and Caledonia Areas 132st year Middleville, Michigan 49333 No. 2/January 7, 2003 Middleville Riddle Contest solved by Patricia Johns Staff Writer It took a team of college friends sitting around a table at Champs restaurant in Middleville on Dec. 30 to fi­ nally solve the Middleville Riddle Contest. Tom DeVries had created all the clues for the contest. He began with the most dif­ ficult of the "A” clues on Oct. 30. Scan Lemon, Lisa Ben­ nett and Jason Baragar com­ bined their ideas and solu­ tions. Then lx mon and Ben­ nett found the key. Originally, the clues were revealed on a sign at the Middleville Christian Re­ formed Church. But ice, snow and wind finally meant that the clues were re­ leased in The Sun and News and at the sponsors. All the “A” clues were revealed in order in the Dec. 17 Sun and News and were repeated with the “B” clues for the paper distributed the week­ end before New Year’s Eve. The goal of the contest was the key to a treasure worth “I didn’t think it would take this long for someone to solve this. I know that some people would solve one or two of the clues, but it took these three to put all the clues together." - Tom DeVries approximately $250, do­ nated by local businesses. Participating sponsors who contributed prizes for the treasure were Family Trax Video. Middleville Parts Plus. Mid Town Cafe, Phil’s, Middle Villa Inn, Tires 2000, 4 Star Video. TK Kitchen. Middleville Market Place, Pharmacy Care, Desert Sun Hair and Tanning, the Sun and News and the Middleville Chris­ tian Reformed Church. Prizes include a portable CD player, gift certificates, free Cosmic bowling, a tur­ key and five one-ounce sil­ ver bars. Lemon, Bennett and Ba­ ragar are sharing the prizes with their families. Lemon says that he used the oil change certificate. Each is keeping one of the silver bars to remember this expe­ rience by. Lemons family will cook a turkey dinner that can't be beat. “The sponsors were a big help,” DeVries says. “With­ out their generous help this would not have been possi­ ble.” DeVries says, “I didn’t think it would take this long for someone to solve this. I know that some people would solve one or two of the clues, but it took these three to put all the clues to­ gether.” DeVries says, “I learned a lot about the community do­ ing this. It was a lot of fun.” The three solvers echo the fun part, but all found the answer to the first clue really difficult. The answer was the traffic light on M37. Then the answers to the clues helped the solvers find the location of the key. The key was hidden in a Jason Baragar, Lisa Bennett and Sean Lemon solved the Middleville riddle. The tree where the key was hidden is shown behind them. Loose change drive will benefit orchestra by Cathy L. Rueter Staff Writer Have any loose change lying around? This coming Saturday, Jan. 11. students from the Caledonia High School Orchestra will hold their annual “Loose Change Drive” The Caledonia High School Orchestra will be holding its annual ‘loose change drive’ Saturday, Jan. 11. Donations can also be made in the CHS Office. to raise funds for equipment and travel. CHS Orchestra students will go door-to-door to col­ lect any loose change from the Caledonia community. This year the funds will be used to help defray costs incurred during a trip to Florida in February. While there, the group will partici­ pate in a recording studio workshop as well as perform at Disney World’s Magic Kingdom. A short orchestra parent meeting will be held tonight (Tuesday. Jan. 7) at 7:30 p.m. in the CHS orchestra room. Discussion topics will include assistance with the loose change drive and a si­ lent auction that the orches­ tra will hold in February. For those who won’t be seeing an orchestra student this Saturday and would still like to help, change and/or donations can be dropped off at the CHS office on Duncan Lake Road or given to any orchestra student. For further information about this or any other CHS Orchestra performance and/or fundraiser, contact CHS Orchestra teacher Pete DeLille at 891-8129. tree at the far end of the Parmalee Cemetery. Bennett discovered it. It took a while to find the right tree but the three solvers agree the search was worth it. New reproductive health videos available for review The Thornapplc Kellogg School District is in the process of updating old vid­ eos and adding new videos to the reproductive health curriculum for Page Ele­ mentary and the Middle School. If approved by the school board at its Feb. 10 board meeting, the videos will be shown later this school year. The Reproductive Health Committee approved the videos at its Nov. 12 meet­ ing. “Sex can Wait,” produced by the Medical Institute for Sexual Health, and “Just Around the Corner” versions for both boys and girls, by Marsh Media, will be avail­ able for viewing on Thurs­ day, Jan. 9 at 6 p.m. in the Middle School office They will be shown again on Monday, Jan. 20 at 2 p.m. in the Middle School office. Parents who would like to sec these videos, but cannot attend either scheduled showing should contact as­ sistant superintendent Pat Koezc at 795-3313 to sched­ ule a showing. In This Issue... • Leadership training starts early at Thomapple Kellogg • CAB drives into Caledonia, looks to build community assets • Thornapple Enrichment Foundation has an exciting year • Countywide survey to poll businesses and residences �Page 2/The Sun and News. Middleville. Ml/January 7. 2003 Connecting Caledonia’s commercial sections, providing parallel access major accomplishments of past year by Ruth Zachary Staff Writer Caledonia Village may deserve credit for the story of the year with its accom­ plishment of connecting the commercial sections west of and parallel to M-37 with public street rights of way and 92nd Street acquisitions early in 2002. Caledonia Village com­ pleted the deal in early April. President Daryl Pen­ fold announced April 10. Village officials dedicated long hours and much ex­ pense over four years to achieve parallel access through the west side of the M-37 commercial strip, to secure safe passage for resi­ dents and commuter custom­ ers alike. The accomplish­ ment will impact the daily lives of Caledonia residents in a major way for a long time into the future. Passage was gained from The Cale­ donia Village Centre to Glen Valley, and connec­ tions into Glen Valley arter­ ies were also secured. Soon after, parking lots in front of the Glen Valley Re­ tail area were also con­ nected, after court restric­ tions were removed by the agreement. Sections of streets within the S&H development, south of 92nd, became vil­ lage property, as a part of the deal. The net cost to the village was around $52,000, Pen­ fold said. The village paid approximately $50,000 in attorney's fees over the four years of negotiations to make 92nd a public street. Caledonia Village offi­ cials decided on Aug. 12 that east/west Caledonia Streets in the commercial strip along M-37 will be named Higley, Kaechele, and 92nd, while the north/south artery will be named Dobber Wenger Me­ morial Drive. Historic names were re­ searched by Trustee Dan Er­ skine through the Historic Commission, who suggested some of the names, which were presented in July. Us­ ing 92nd Street to name the hoped-for artery which would connect 92nd Street east of M-37 and west of Kraft in the future was thought practical. The newly created public street from a private status near the cemetery will con­ tinue to be called North Street. Other efforts by village officials have been made to make driving conditions safer, including; a three way stop at Duncan Lake and Johnson Street, securing North Street, a small private road which could one day connect the village to the Caledonia Village Centre, support of installing a traffic light at M-37 and 100th Street and to create turn lanes at the intersection, and efforts to reduce the speed limit along the commercial strip of M-37. Late in the year, the vil- Bryan Harrison. Cale­ donia Township Supervi­ sor. lage continued work with Glen Valley developer Jerry Baker to continue the pas­ sage through streets to the northern boundary of Glen Valley to the edge of village property where the sewer treatment facility is located. • Development continued to squeeze into the remain­ ing open spaces of the town­ ship. A township decision to have big impacts upon vil­ lage residents was Scotsmoor developer Gene Szpcinskis concluding ef­ forts to gain approval of his development on the west boundary of the village, off Johnson Street. The Board on Dec. 18 completed the first reading of the long proposed Scotsmoor planned unit develop­ ment (PUD). The project planned is located on the vil­ lage boundary, just west of the schools Community Education Building, and would be accessed off John­ son Street. Szpeinski re­ quested a residential density of 76 homes on 38 acres. The controversial request, which would have routed 53 school buses through the de­ velopment, has been changed and the site plan now shows a cul-de-sac at the end of the main artery in the development so it will not connect with school property. The Kent County Road tended from the system Commission (KCRQhas ap­ serving the village and proved the driveway on township businesses east of Johnson Street, which would the village. Changes asked for by not align with Duncan Lake Avenue across Johnson, but Michigan Department of Environmental Quality re­ would create three separate intersections on Johnson quired a revision of the PUD within a short distance, and by the township. The Town­ has been objected to by ship Board gave approval of those opposed to the pro­ the Garden Grove request by Tom and Paul Garbow for posal. Another problem over the amendments, which had to storm water run off. created go to the planning commis­ by the additional impervious sion. The commissioners in surfaces in the concentrated September tied a stipulation residential area, which to the approval, which re­ would flow toward the prop­ quired a traffic light on the erty of Jack Fitzsimmons, corner before construction where water was backed up of the development could from the Maloney drain was continue, once a 40 percent occupancy level in the pro­ said to be solved. The Garden Grove project ject had been reached. Supervisor Bryan Harri­ to be located on the south­ east corner of M-37 and son suggested asking for an 100th Street, is another de­ escrow amount of $50,000 velopment to have big im­ by the applicant to be used pacts upon both the village for a light and other inter­ and the township. The pro­ section improvements, and ject will include a senior in addition for the township care facility, housing and to set up a like amount, commercial and office space which would be offered as to serve both residents and an incentive for Michigan Department of Transporta­ the community. The development was ap­ tion (MDOT) to put the light proved by a court judgment in, if they did so within three in 2001 after a long dispute with the township over de­ nial of the project, which asked for greater density than planned for in the mas­ ter plan. The Garbow Garden Grove project plans on the 40 acre parcel, which re­ quired public utilities. An underlying factor for opposi­ tion cited by township board members was that the town­ ship sewer and water service district was intended to be extended to the North near the M-6 interchange rather than south of the village. Nevertheless, the court gave the developer the right to go ahead with the project, with a settlement with the Archie Warner, Chair of Township Board, in which the Caledonia Planning public utilities will be ex­ Commission. years. Harrison said he thought a $100,000 commit­ ment by the applicant and township would go a long way toward helping to pay for the intersection improve­ ments. The motion’to approve the recommendation w ithout the 40 percent plateau limit carried. Harrison's motion for a Garden Grove escrow amount to apply toward a light and intersection im­ provements was defeated, although Tom Garbow ex­ pressed a commitment to work toward obtaining a sig­ nal with the township. This led to a later action by the township to set aside funding to apply toward a light at the M-37/10()th Street intersection. •100th Street traffic sig­ nal. An accident which oc­ curred at l(X)th Street and M-37 Nov. 9. 2(X)1 became the impetus for Lindy Cran­ dell and Mary Rieth of Cale­ donia to start a campaign to slow traffic along M-37. Other accidents near the in­ tersection continued to oc­ cur. Citizens Nick Unger and Fred Fleischmann began or­ ganizing a petition drive in December for a new traffic signal and left turn lane im­ provements at the corner. Based on a petition to MDOT, showing 1,426 voter signatures, in favor of installation of a traffic light at 100th Street and for the restriping of M-37 from 100th to Glen Valley, the Caledonia Village Council voted in support of the re­ quest. The number repre­ sented about 25 percent of the total voting group, Vil­ lage President Penfold said. The Caledonia Township Board voted to support placement of a traffic signal Continued next page Country Cuts Hair Salon 269-795-1268 1787 Payne Lake Rd. • Middleville. Ml 49333 open day and evening hours by appointment only The Future Land Use Map for Caledonia Township �The Sun and News Middleville. Ml/January 7. 2003/Page 3 From previous page (light) at the comer of M-37 and 100th Street and also set aside a fund to be used to­ ward improvements at the intersection. • M-37 High Density de­ velopment Efforts to promote devel­ opments along M-37 were resisted but only slightly de­ layed by the Caledonia Plan­ ning Commission through­ out the year, as commission­ ers fought to achieve quality where various projects ad­ vanced ever forward. The Caledonia Planning Commission discussed zon­ ing issues raised by the re­ cent decision by Davenport University to locate its larg­ est campus in the southwest corner of Caledonia Town­ ship, near M-6 and Kraft Avenue, soon after its clos­ ing on the property in De­ cember. I .and acquisition of 43 to 44 acres at 6191 Kraft Attorney James Brown and Consultant Kenneth Dettloff worked with the Planning Commission much of the year to revise the Caledonia Zoning Ordi­ nance. Avenue, near the Foremost Insurance PUD. would be­ come the largest Davenport campus of the University's 30 school system to date. Officials reportedly hope the site will create easy ac­ cess from the nearby loca­ tion of M-6 and M-37 for students commuting from as far as Kalamazoo and Lans­ ing, and will not detract from the existing 10-acre campus in Grand Rapids. The intended campus would be located in an area presently planned to be zoned for Highway Com­ mercial (HC) development. Development along M-37 has occurred by court inter­ vention and consent judg­ Brian Bennett, Caledo­ ments, in direct conflict with the master plan. Jasonville nia's new Fire Chief. Gene Szpeinski, Scotsmoor developer, presenting his proposed residential neighborhood off Johnson Street in Caledonia. farms was permitted to build high density condos. Garden Grove will be a mixed use high density development in an agricultural zone at the intersection of 100th and M37, and Clearview won light industrial zoning from agricultural southeast of 100th St. The township has been in­ stalling public utilities to supply the kind of commer­ cial development expected to be attracted to the M-6 in­ terchange in the north part of the township near the M37 corridor. Sewer and wa­ ter south of 100th Street are now to be extended as well. High density residential and other intense uses require in­ stallation of public utilities, once allowed. A balance of different uses along M-37 were in­ tended in the master plan . A transition of uses along M37 was included in the plan­ ning, but a problem was identified in that a transition between different uses from east to west was not consid­ ered closely enough. The plan included areas of industrial zoning along M-37 to permit easy access to M-6 and to the airport to allow product transport and minimize truck traffic in the areas to the south. Stoneridge developers Jim Steketee and Den Hartigh. represented by builder Bob Deppe. requested per­ mission to build their PUD along M-37. The develop­ ment is planned northeast of 76th Street. The proposal in Septem­ ber by Steketee and Deppe asked for amending the gen­ eral development plan from highway commercial to high density residential, east of a highway commercial band along M-37. Changing a portion of the Master Plan, which is only two years old. was agreed to by the plan­ ning commission after ex­ tensive consideration, on Sept. 9 in a 5-2 vote. This plan re-configured the origi­ nal township plan, changing the commercial portion from 1.200 feet deep to about 300 feet in that area. Ironically, land owner Jim Steketee originally believed the parcel would best be used for industrial and com­ mercial property, due to the air traffic from the north. During the master planning process. Steketee pressed for that area to be zoned accord­ ingly. Since that time. Steketee decided high density resi­ dential housing, which would be enabled because of public utilities installed there, was a better use for part of his property. This is also in part due to the hills and ravines there. He said he had made an error in initial ideas for the property. The combined high den­ sity residential and commer­ cial PUD will be constructed on a 49.56 acre parcel. Ston­ eridge, as proposed, would average 4.4 units per acre, with duplex and triplex units. This density is much lower than once requested, which was as much as 10 units per acre. The develop­ ers had moderated their plans and were only asking for residential use on one part of the parcel. Other parts, zoned for industrial and commercial use are not at present being asked to be rezoned. High density is generally defined as four units per acre in the township. The only exception is for mixed use, manufactured/and mo­ bile home housing, which allows up to 6.2 units per acre. Rezoning to allow greater density could also be dealt with in the future, but changing the master plan to allow high density residen­ tial in the area could set the stage for a future request to increase densities, Planner Dave Zylstra said. Public utilities were put in by the township with the ex­ pectation the areas planned for there would be used for commercial and industrial uses, but now a more intense residential use is being asked for. Whether this would require a larger share of utilities than planned is not yet known. The commission tabled another preliminary rezon­ ing request leading to con­ structing a low density sin­ gle family Planned Unit De­ velopment in an environ­ mentally sensitive area near the Thornapple River on May 6. Calvin and Daryl Kooiker are the property owners of the 63.8 acres Fairbanks Estates parcel, which is located east off Alaska Avenue one-fourth mile south of 68th Street. Clusters of same-type businesses seem to be form­ ing at the busy corner of Whitneyville and 68th Street, while many of the neighbors would like more variety there. •The Township Planning Commission worked double and triple time with the help of Ken Dettloff of McKenna Associates, a consultant.to upgrade the zoning ordi­ nance so it would be in agreement with the master plan completed nearly two years ago. It was granted permission by the board in January to meet up to four times per month with pay, for up to seven months in order to complete Zoning Ordinance revisions. The commissioners have nearly finished the ordi­ nance with the help of Township Attorney James Brown and sent the drafts to the board for approval. However, the Township Board has put passage of most of the ordinance chap­ ters on hold since September so they can inform them­ selves about the issues be­ fore approving the ordinance . A workshop is to be held early in January of 2003. Some of the chapters re­ viewed have included Open Space development. Parking Loading and Access Man­ agement. the lighting section of the Highway Commercial Ordinance. Broadmoor Cherry Valley Corridor Overlay District. Driveways, Private Road Development. Signs. See year in review, pg. 4 Daryl Penfold. Caledo­ nia Village President Get on board Sole ends March I, 2003. .SALE OF NORWEGIAN cauitl iimi ALISA IS often of up *o 50% off and a $50 onboard __ • —- . 71^6 •Kxxmoc. CaMona Ml«!i Premier Travel & Cruise - S �Page 4/The Sun and News. Middleville Ml/January 7, 2003 Year in review, continued from page 3 Planned Unit Developments. Adult Use Regulations, Flood Plain uses, Home oc­ cupations, and Home Based Businesses, Non-conform­ ing uses, Accessory Build­ ings, Permitted Mineral Re­ moval districts, Off Street Parking Ordinances, and General provisions. • Permitted Mining Re­ moval Districts in Caledonia have been an especially dif­ ficult matter, in part bemuse the township has so many. The township is rich in sand, gravel and clay, all in de­ mand for construction from w ithin the township and sur­ rounding it. The $2 million lawsuit brought against Caledonia Township by Thornapple Developers LLC was settled by a $45,000 payment by the township, through a set­ tlement by mediation agreed to by both parties and ap­ proved at the Dec. 18 Town­ ship Board meeting. The case will be dis­ missed with a resolution of no fault by either party. Thornapple Developers brought the suit against the Township because of a re­ fusal to permit mining of clay off 68th and Egan, to be used in the M-6 project, and trucked from the site by Kamminga and Roodvoets. A court decision granted temporary mining of the site, but the company found another source of clay from another mining site. On the horizon for the township is another mining operation request brought by Kentwood Excavating, (not connected to K & R Truck­ ing) to the Caledonia Plan­ ning Commission on Sept. 16. but it was postponed un­ til early in 2003. Dan Roodvoets brought the request for the permitted mining operation (PMR) at 6500 Buttrick. He said the property was acquired about 25 years ago for the purpose of mining the materials for See year in review, pg. S 0<urU6 < tyndfw LOCAL CHURCH DIRECTORY AIASKA BAPTIST CHURCH A Living Church - Serving a Liling Lord Morning Worship 9.30 Fellowship Time . . . .10:35 Sunday Sclmol .10 50 Evening Praise..................................... 6:00 WEDNESDAY Family Night 6 .30 am a.m a m p m p.m. 7240 68th Street. SE - Caledonia 2 miles east of M-37 Pastor. Dr Brian F. Harrison Youth Pastor Ket in Stiles C 0 U M III I a place to belong I I CHURCH a place to become (Contemporary, Casual, Non-denc.ninational) Sunday Morning Worship..............9:30 & 11 00 am. Youth Ministry 891 -0576 Now meeting In our new building it 817$ Broadmoor! Rev Michael Stowell. Lead Pastor Joe Cipcic, Worship leader Denny Bounui, Youth Pastor Church Office 616-891 -0287 Visit our web site ww bnghtside org CALEDONIA CHRISTIAN REFORMED CHURCH FIRST BAPTIST CHURCH OF MIDDLEVILLE M-37, north of Middleville • 795-9726 Bruce N. stewart. Senior PaMor Tun A. Vine. Asst. Pastor Youth Douglas G. Beason. Visitation Pastor Gary Weaver. Music Minister PaMor David Stewart CE Children's Pastor Sunday School .......... 9 45 a.m. Sunday Morning Worship Service 1100 a.m Sunday Evening Service ........................... 600 p.m. Wednesday Mid-Week Prayer 6:45p.m. Word of Life Clul*> 6:45p.m. MIDDLEVILLE CHRISTIAN REFORMED 708 W. Main Street Morning Worship Service Sunday School Evening Worship Service 10:00 a m 11:15 a m. 6:00 p.m. Middleville Good Shepherd Wesleyan Church Lutheran Church 1664 N. M-37 Highway Middleville. Ml 49333 • 945-1555 GRACE UNITED REFORMED CHURCH 10 AM Sunday Morning Sunday School for ages 3 yr. thru 6th grade: Sr. High. Sun. 6:30 pm Jr. High. Sun. 6:30 pm Rfv P Adams Phone 891-8440 GUN LAKE COMMUNITY CHURCH 12200 Weu M-179 Highway (Chief Noonday Road) jffletljoliist Cfjurdj 5590 Whitneyville Ave., S.E. Alto. Ml 49302 Wayland. Ml 49.U8 • 795-7903 Meeting you, your friends, and your family - right where you re at - through: Kraft Avenue at Johnson Street Rev. Dave LeBlanc, Pastor Phone 891-9259 Relevant Messages Dynamic Musk Quality Child Care and Programs Sunday School...10:00 am. Morning Worship...11:00 a.m. Evening Worship...6:00 p.m. Wednesday Prayer Meeting...7:00 p.m. Worship Hours 900 a m and 10 30 a.m. Rev. Royle Bailard, Pastor Phone 868S437 COMMUNITY CHURCH d CALEDONIA f; UNITED METHODIST Res Norman Kohns <6I6> 891-8167 Church Office 616-S91 8669 • Fax 891 8648 www cakdontaumc ore M-37 between Middleville & Caledonia Community Cnurch A Place for Family & Friends 6201 W hitnesville Asenue. Aho CHRISTIAN REFORMED Sunday Worship: 8:30 a.m. Traditional 11 a.m. Contemporary 6 p.m. Praise/Bible Study Contemporary Worship 9:30 am Sunday School for AU Ages 10.45 am Evening Worship 6:00 p m. Pastor Roger Buhman • Church Office 868-0391 www lakesafcvotntnumt y org Nursery & children’s activities dunng all services Programs for all ages. For more information: (616)891-8119 or ww w prari-churrhci CeHKUuou/y und Seivice LiKJlcti in Leighton Towns tup Corner of 2nd Street and l-*2nd .venue Sundr. Monang Worship 9 45 a nx 1050am 8 30 am Tradaxaul Sunday School far .41 Ago Morning Worship L .v a m Sundn ExenmgSenxe 5.00 pm Wed ^howxhip "30pm FW Fnends Pro-setoni-sA Aduh BMe Study - Wedresdn &30 pm 6J0 pm Praise Singing - past0r Fnzzel! Church Ph. 616-868-6810 • Pastor s Ph 616-897-67-10 UNITED METHODIST CHURCHES Middleville - Parmelee Parmelee Mofnmq Wcrirvp 9:30 a m Mkjdtevie Morning Worship Sunday School (Adults) Nursery - Grode 5 Sr Htgh - Sun. Evening Jr High ■ Grades 6-8. Wed Evenrg 1190 a m 9 45 a m 1100 a m 600400 pm 6.00-7 30 p m Rev Lee Zach ma ft Church Office Phone - 795-9266 community Lakeside 8146 68th St. near WtYtneyvRe Ave Church School. Sunday Preaching the Living Word Serving The Risen Lord Sunday School ........................ 9:30 a.m. Sunday Morning Worship .10:30 a.in (Jr. Church & Nursery available.) Currently meeting at: Emmons Lake Elementary 8950 Kraft SE, Caledonia Rev. Dennis Ross Church: (616) 868-4725 WAYFARER. Community of Christ Leighton Church ALASKA CONGREGATION SS. CYRIL and METHODIUS CATHOLIC CHURCH THORNAPPLIi BIBLE CHURCH A Church for today's world Spirit-filled family Church. Worship Serskw Sunday School 9 45 a m Coffee Fellowship 10 30 am (Nursery as ailablc throughout i Pastor Robert Gerke • Pastor David Ziehr 908 W Main Street Located near the comer of M-37 and McCann 150 131st Ave . Wayland Ml 49348 (Missouri Synod) 3/4 mile west of Patterson Rd Service Times: Worship................................................. 9:30a.m.Sunday School....................................................... 9:45a.m. (northwest if Gun hike) Sunday School.........................It:00 a.m. Morning Worship....................................... 11:00 a.m Sat. Evening Mass 5:00 p.m. (thru Sept.) Evening Worship.................................................. 6:00p.m. Adult Bible Class........................ 11.00 a.m. Sunday Morning Mass: 9:30 a m. Youth Group:............................... 6:00 p.m. Sunday Rev. E. Anthony Sikora Midweek 7:00 p.m. Wed. 792-2889 Church: (616) 795-2391 9:30 a m. Thurs. 9255 84th Street, Alto, Ml 49302 One mile east of Whilneyville Rd. January 12 - 1st Sunday after Epiphany “The Spiritual Blessings of Giving" + St Paul Lutheran Church Missouri Sgnod Comer of 84th St and Kraft in Caledonia 1 mile west of M-37 Traditional Service 8:30 AM Acoustic Praise 8r Worship Service 11.00 AM Sunday School 8r Adult Bible Study 9:45 AM Mid-Week at the Oasis - Wed. 6:30 PM www.StPaulCaledonia.org________ 3449 - 76th St. S.E., Caledonia 698-9660 250 X inc Street ( M- 3" to Emmons to \ me Wednesday 6:00 P.M. Evening Prayer phone 795-2370 or 946-9327 Vicar - Rev. David T. Hustwiek Office Phone S91-S66S New! Check out our new web site Services at 9 30 a m and 6 p.m. Saturday Evening Mass ... .5:00 p.m. Sunday Mass . .9:00 a.m. & 11:00 a.m. ficlxcl 11:00 A.M. Holy Communion Rev Tom DeVries, Pastor - 795-9901 Proclaiming the Whole Counsel of Cod CALEDONIA HOLY FAMILY CATHOLIC CHURCH Sunday Service Times 9:15 A.M. Morning Prayer (Holy Communion 2nd Sunday) Informal mid-week acoustic Praise and Worship service AU Services have a Nurserg available ■ Barner Free "A Churc h with a caring heart for our community and the world " Church Office: (616) 891 1512 M-37 al 100th St. 2415 McCann Rd. (In Ining) YOU ARE INVITED Sunday Worship ......... 9:30 a m. and 6:00 p.m. (Child & Adult) (Dunng the School Year) Rev. R. Scott Greenway, Pastor Keith Slulp, Youth Director Al Tiemeyer, Community Calling iftOofaaA 1115 ia C raemporan 1000 a m Redeemer Covenant Church —Lighting Up Lives for Cod- Sunday Worship 930 am Christian Education Hour 11:00 am Wednesday £ Family Night 5:4S4kOO pm MiTOWXM?u> tmoi • VONis SMRS Mmcaa ftnor Taxi < Paul M Hillman Youth Pastor David Lnksun 6951 Hanna Lake Avenue Caledonia 616-69841001 reJetmerifisgtvMet www.redeemercmenant.org (616) #91-HO *8 • e-mail leigtMonRnervmrt A member d the bwrgeitJ Cmwcnaitt CJumhes d Amenca Church Finding the Way Together! An informal, contemporary church committed to our community. Sunday Worship is at 10:00am in Caledonia Middle School’s cafeteria. Everyone is welcome! Pastor: Rev Josh Hlunt Contact our Dutton office al (616) 65-65-WAY Check our web site: www.vyadarercc.onf WHITNEYVILLE bible Church ?546 WMneywie Ave at 84th St • 891-8661 The Church where everybody is somebody and Jesus is Lord" Meeting at Caledonia High School St^doy School 9:30am. StrOay Momng WorsNp 1030am Meeting ar cnopei or. WNtneyvdte Ave Sanaa, Evenrg Worsho ... 600pm. wed fAc*ee« ^ayer 4 ftoie Study .7:00 pm -<er T'orcs 9uys • Sev Basmor. Assoc Pastor lAeos’e •'”e,vaieooe org �The Sun and News Middleville. Ml/January 7. 2003/Page 5 High jinks and comedy fill next dinner theatre 4 generations of Signs Great Grandma Connie Signs, Grandma Lana Signs, dad, Garret Krul and baby, Autumn Krul. Engagements Hendrick-Winchel 5 generations of Schondelmayers Great Grandma Sharon Schondelmayer, Grandpa Mike Schondelmayer, mom, Rebekka Schondelmayer and baby, Autumn Krul. Kimberley Hendrick and Ryan Winchel are planning a June 7. 2(X)3 wedding at Gun Lake Community Church. The bride-elect is the daughter of Jerry and Karen Hendrick of Wayland. She is a 1996 graduate of Wayland Union and a 2(MM) graduate of Michigan State Univer­ sity. She leaches second grade at Otsego Public Schools. I he groom elect is the son of l-arry Winchel of Hastings and Nancy Winchel of Texas. He is a 1995 graduate of Thornapple GFWC-Gun Lake Area Club meets this week The General Federation of Women’s Clubs (GFWC)Gun Lake Area will kick off the new year with a Jan. 8 meeting at Bay Pointe Res­ taurant. Marsh Rd.. Gun i alu Following the business Kellogg School and is meeting, Kathy Messer of employed by Wayland Ford. Decorators Plus in Otsego will entertain, inform and educate the women about the variety of decorating techniques popular today. Messer has samples on hand and humor to help make the task easier. ^WeightWatchers YOU WON'T BE HUNGRY. YOU WON'T BE BORED. YOU WON'T BE THE SAME. Winning Points is a plan you can stick with till you reach your goal You can eat the foods you love, stay satisfied, and still lose weight Now at Weight Watchers get "In the Groove." your cool guide to getting started, FREE when you join. Sarah. Dutchess of York at weight goal since 1997. Join for $20! Save $10! 1-800-651-6000 www.weightwatcherswestemmichigan.com Caledonia Caledonia Community Resource Center • 330 Johnson Wednesday 5:30 pm. Middleville Middle Villa Inn *4611 N. M-37 Hwy. Thursday 6:30 p.m Meetings also in Hastings, Lake Odessa and More! ^WeightWatchers real food, real life real results Team Up for Success - Join with a Friend’ 1-800-651-6000 Ask About Our Corporate Service - The At Work Program* Offer “Occupation Murder" will keep the members of the Village Players of Mid­ dleville busy over the next month as they prepare for the next edition of their popular dinner theater pres­ entations at the MiddleVilla Inn. Village Players member Cheryl Cravero asks. "Have you ever wanted to be a con­ testant on a game show? We invite you to participate in the popular TV game show It’s A Living.' on location in the Meadows Room for a limited engagement." This is the ninth annual dinner theater presentation. The actors are looking for­ ward to enthusiastic “studio audiences” joining them on Fridays and Saturdays Feb­ ruary 14, 15. 21. 22. 28 and March 1. 2 1503 V«M only m vm 044 «20C3 Wetcnws -tw-ato-a me., own* of me WEIGHT WATCHERS VBOwnarvs M ngrts -eservec Thornapple Parks and Rec. sets winter schedule The Thornapple Area Parks and Recreation Com­ mission has a full schedule of activities on tap this win­ ter. New this year is adult basketball on Wednesdays through March from 8 to 10 p.m. in the McFall gym. The next Family Fun Night is on January 22 at the high school from 6:30 p.m. until 9 p.m. The cost is just $1 per person or $5 for a family. Co-ed Volleyball (6 on 6) begins a new session this January. It is held on Thurs­ days from 7-9 p.m. in the middle school and McFall gyms. A basketball camp for children in grades K-2 will be held on Saturdays from Jan. 11 through Feb. 8 from 8 a.m. until noon at the Lee gym. A soccer camp for stu­ dents in grades K-5 will be held on Saturdays from Jan. 11- Feb. 8 at the Page and McFall gy ms. For information about any of these programs call 7958853. See us for color copies, one-hour photo processing and all your printing needs. 1351 N. M-43 Hwy., Hastings. At the gray barn The program is sponsored by the Education Depart­ ment and follows the regular business meeting that begins at 9:30 a.m. For information and luncheon reservations con­ tact club president, Fran Leonard at 795-8731. The business meeting top­ ics of discussion and mem­ ber reminders are: Sign-up for GFWC-MI Leadership & Legislation Days Feb. 10-11 at the Sheraton Hotel in Lansing. Topic:"Avenues of Awareness for Better Mental Health". Deadline is Febru­ ary 3. Members are asked to bring Valentine cards for the Veterans in Grand Rapids to be delivered by Valentine's Day. Remember recycling & bingo prizes for the nursing home. I I I I I I I I I I I I I I I I I I I I I I I I I I I I I Lies, deceit, and murder fill “Occupation Murder.” and there is no lack of laughs as well. Audience participation will help solve the crime. Cost of the dinner is $22.50 per person. Reserva­ tions are a must and must be made directly with the Mid­ dleVilla Inn by calling 269795-3640 or 800-845-5269. “If you've joined us be­ fore. you know you’ll walk into a memorable evening. If you are a first time guest be prepared to have an unfor­ gettable time." Cravero adds. This year’s play was writ­ ten by Billy St. John, and the presentation is produced by special arrangement with the Eldridge Publishing Company. Athlete of the week Thornapple-Kellogg High School (Middleville) Wrestling Last Saturday at the L.H. Lamb in Hastings, Bowerman helped the TK wrestling team to second place by winning the 130-pound weight class. 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"The reason is that we can’t be competitive in our business if we have to buy the material from other con­ tractors," Roodvoets said. In addition to cost markup fac­ tors, he said other contrac­ tors don’t have hours which are conducive to construc­ tion schedules, and often the company is out of luck if it needs materials. Although the mining was requested and turned down before, Roodvoets said he was trying again for the given reasons. Roodvoets said only 12 company trucks would be hauling the materials. Trucks haul from April through February. He said the company in­ tends to pave Buttrick Ave­ nue, as well as the entrance drive, which was not yet ap­ proved by the Kent County Road Commission. He said the road would be con­ structed to county road specifications. Many other internal mining practices to minimize the impacts are promised, as well. • Zoning Enforcement. Related to all the town­ ship regulations and ordi­ nances is enforcement. Rules mean nothing if there is no one to perform regular monitoring and to enforce violations. Keeping an en­ forcement officer on staff at all has been difficult. On the heels of inviting residents to call her for in­ formation, Betsy Macicak, Caledonia's ordinance en­ forcement officer, resigned her post, Planner Dave Zylstra announced to the Plan­ ning Commission on April 22. She began her duties on Feb. 11. Richard Thacker was hired to the position later in the year. Trustee Bill Bravata raised issues over enforce­ ment of the Vermeulen Min­ ing operation. He said a 1989 court settlement re­ quired Vermeulen to make payments. Negotiations of that agreement were changed, in which services and materials were to be provided in lieu of pay­ ments. No information was available to show the obliga­ tion had been met. Darrell Rotier, the previ­ ous enforcement officer had referred Bravata to the township attorney. Bravata said. "I think we need to look into this." The utilities administrator had referred to a berm to be put in by Vermeulen, in a services trade for a value of $4().(XX) to $50,000. Bravata said. "We don't know that serv­ ices have been rendered. Nothing is in the file. We have to do something about this situation, because we have an open court case." Thacker is to investigate the matter. • Fire Department. The appointment of Brian Bennett as full time fire chief on Nov. 6 came after a long period of being without a chief. The hiring stimu­ lated debate over an annual salary of $45,500 plus a rate of $17 per hour for emer­ gency calls beyond a normal 40 hour week schedule, with leastive HAIR DESIGNERS OPEN 6 DAYS a Week Evenings Always Available Now open late MONDAY, WEDNESDAY, THURSDAY 1$ Call today for Appointments! 122 E. Main St., Middleville (next to Phil's Pizza) Call 795-/7’19 For Your Appointment! Just Say AH additional benefits. The fire chief will be evaluated and given raises by recommendation of the fire commission, raised from five to seven members at the second reading at the same meeting. Bennett is currently pur­ suing training to be a fire of­ ficer, and has completed the first course. Bennett has been certified at level one and two as a firefighter. Bennett will direct the fire fighting responsibilities of the department, with 24 peo­ ple on duty. Duties include budgeting and managing the department. Bennett is highly re­ spected by firefighters under his leadership. Demands on Caledonia's Fire Department have in­ creased about 25 percent or more over the previous year. Six new firefighters were hired officially in Decem­ ber. Caledonia Township se­ lected Butch Welton, Cale­ donia's former Fire Chief for 21 years, as this year's Hometown Hero, named at the independence Day Cele­ bration in June. Welton con­ tinues as a part time fire­ fighter. • Township Budget. The Caledonia Township Board on Oct. 16 approved its 2003 annual budget at around $1,700. (MX), up from the $974*847 figure for 2002, and more than the $ 1.1 <>(i. J97 anticipated in revenues for the coming year. This reflected a board in­ tention to use some funds accumulated over several years to invest in some pub­ lic services and improve­ ments, asked for by the community, it was ex­ plained. Trustee Richard Robert­ son said the board plans to spend $325,000 more than will be collected this year, an intentional decision. He said since 1997, the general fund ending balance had been gradually increasing until last year, when it had reached around $1.5 million. He said the committee felt the township had an obliga­ tion to return some of the taxpayer money to the com­ munity in the form of serv­ ices or projects. He said the Meet Dr. Jennifer Battiste, primary care physician, along with life long Caledonia resident Leon VanderLaan, PA-C, at the Caledonia Office of Advantage Health. 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The other Fund. method is to follow the rec­ Robertson said the Gen­ ommendation of a citizen eral Fund Revenue is up 34 commission. percent while expenditures The pay increases went are up 25 percent. He said into effect in 30 days from the board had kept spending the date of their recommen­ within the range of what was dation. The recommendation received. required a two-thirds vote of • Township board salary the board to overturn it. hike. Township employee sal­ A compensation commis­ ary increases were approved sion found pay rates for by the Board on May 1. The Township Board members plan was first initiated in very low when compared January of 1999 and adjust­ with other townships, and at ments to the plan were con­ the Jan. 2 board meeting, tinued by the present board, recommended from six per­ and contained recommenda­ cent to 10 percent salary in­ tions by the Finance Com­ creases for board members mittee. to occur over the next two The plan attempts to es­ years. tablish rated levels and Twenty-five different classes related to perform­ townships were the basis for ance and levels of pay. simi­ comparison. Job duties and lar to the civil service sys­ general responsibilities were tem, Supervisor Bryan Har­ evaluated for comparison to rison explained. The com­ other townships. mittee includes trustees The supervisor, treasurer Richard Robertson and and trustee positions were Larry Stauffer and the su­ recommended for a 10 per­ pervisor. Manager Dave cent increase per year, while Zylstra worked with the the clerk position was to be committee as well. increased by six percent per Caledonia Township is year. The supervisor (less third or fourth in the county than full time) was recom­ in its growth rate, Snyder mended at a pay rate of pointed out. $23,452 for the rest of 2002 "In one year and four and $25,797 in 2003. months, we went up 15 per­ The treasurer would re­ cent in voter registration." ceive $27,748 in 2002, and She said this tremendous $30,523 the next year. The growth was making a lot of midpoint salary range for a work for staff. 30 hour per week treasurer "We need to look at how was $31,000. we compensate our staff." The clerk, who has years She said a national study of tenure, would be paid said turnover costs an aver­ $28,090 in 2002, and age of $5,(XX) per employee. $29,775 in 2003. The mid­ Positions of treasurer and point range for the clerk was $29,500. The trustees would be paid $88 per meeting this year, and $97 per meeting next year. Extra meetings and service on committees was not addressed in the re­ port and may be discussed at the Jan. 16 meeting. The The guidance department mid-point per diem rate for at Thornapple Kellogg High trustees is $167. School will be host for a Fi­ Trustee Richard Robert­ nancial Aid Night tonight, son questioned the 20 per­ Tuesday, Jan. 7, in the audi­ cent increase in two years. torium for all interested par­ Commissioners defended ents or guardians of seniors their recommendation be­ and juniors planning to at­ cause they said the salaries tend college or university af­ were so far below the aver­ ter high school. age, and they had chosen not Beginning at 7 p.m. to activate the increases all David Steffee, director of fi­ in one year. Using the infla­ nancial aid at Aquinas Col­ tion index to raise salaries lege, will present informa­ was also not enough to bring tion and answer questions up the salaries. They felt the concerning available finan­ amount of township growth cial aid, loans and the com­ and official responsibility pletion of financial aid made it imperative to make forms. the salaries commensurate All parents and high with others in comparable school seniors and juniors positions in other govern­ with questions or concerns mental units. They said the are invited to attend. six and 10 percent increases For more information were already on the conser­ about this event call the TK vative side. High School guidance office State law provides two at 795-5428. TK financial aid night slated for tonight clerk were removed from the JEP by the board. The salaries of treasurer and clerk are established by stat­ ute and tow nship policy and review by the salary review commission. The utilities administrator, and building inspector positions were also removed as they are contract employees. Raises in grade level clas­ sifications were made for re­ ceptionist. utilities billing and utilities operator as rec­ ommended by the finance committee. The salary and wage tables were adjusted generally by an 8.5 percent (COLA) adjustment. Robertson said 40 town­ ships had been compared. The board approved grade H8 to be set at a maximum of $15.55 and to be held at that level until other grades and COLA caught up. with some trustees opposed. The board approved the 8.5 percent increase for township employees but not for the manager. The motion to increase Zylstra's salary failed to pass, based on his contracted position. During two years in the position of manager/planner. Zylstra has been involved in helping the planning com­ mission in creating a master plan and currently with revi­ sions of the zoning ordi­ nance. with all the duties re­ lated to that, and while con­ tinuing with other township business responsibilities where community growth ever increases the amount of work. The lack of support shown for Zylstra was noted with disapproval by some residents at the end of the meeting. ,-- —,- i-- IT-- Saving on home insurance is “No Problem.” i i undreds of thousands <J|^.'of families are saving ’ money with Auto-Owners Insurance for their home and mobile home protection. Slop in and ask us about quality pro­ tection. with flexi- plans and “No Problem" claim ^uto-Owners Insurance ISMIAMI HIM Ona Rmm Laca Sarwa” BOB NICOLAI President 497 Arlington St (M-37) PO Box 99 Middleville Ml 49333 (269) 891-8208 1 (269) 795-3302 Toll free (800) 706-3302 Fax (616) 795-3935 - ............................ �The Sun and News Middleville. Ml/January 7. 2003/Page 7 GFWC-Gun Lake Area busy with activities The GFWC's J&J Juniorette Club delivers Books for Babies to the Alpha Women's Center in Wayland. Pictured are Fran Leonard, president of the GFWCGun Lake Area; Megan Staple, Caityln Maichele. Tess Tabolic. Jamiee Miller. Ka­ tie Weick, Katie Ragan. Joan Weick. J&J sponsor, and Tonya Delnay. director of the Alpha Women s Center, Participating in the GFWC-Gun Lake Area holiday basket project were (from left) Fran Leonard, Clare Tripp, project chairwoman; Phyllis Ullery. rosemary Snider, Jo Steele and Jean Medendorp. Marilyn Page was not available for the photo. The General Federation of Women’s Clubs (GFWC)Gun Laty Area isn’t known for “sitting on its laurels” and November and Decem­ ber proved to be especially busy with events that raised money, supported women and babies in need, gave holiday foods to families and included a holiday pa­ rade. Joan Weick, founder of GFWC-Gun Lake Area club, and club member Jose Vogel have joined forces to sponsor the soon to be offi­ cial, GFWC J&J Juniorette Club. The first project the Juniorettes tackled was collect- ing and wrapping Books for Babies, which were donated to the Alpha Women’s Cen­ ter in Wayland. These books are designed to be the ba­ by’s first introduction to a lifetime of reading. The girls enthusiastically embraced this project and arc looking eagerly to many more. Their newly written by-laws and club informa­ tion are being perused by GFWC Michigan state offi­ cers, and it is anticipated that they will be approved in early 2003. For information about this club for junior high and sen­ ior high girls, contact Joan Weick at (269) 672-5242, Jose Vogel at (269) 7957367 or Fran Leonard, GFWC-Gun Lake Area club president at (269) 795-8731. Twelve Holiday food bas­ kets were delivered to three area elementary schools for families in need. Included in that delivery were bags full of hats and mittens for kids that need them. Clare Tripp. Home Life Department chairperson, is planning an­ other venture of this type in the spring around Easter. Helpers included Marilyn group to focus on dads will Page. Phyllis Ullery, Rose­ include pizza, donated by mary Snider. Jo Steele, Jean Phil’s Pizzeria in Mid­ Medendorp and Leonard. dleville. The holidays weren’t The month begins with a without its fun and frivolity. “Let It Snow” play group on GFWC-Gun Lake Area Wednesday, Jan. 8 from 10 to 11:30 a.m. This group will meet in Room 107 of the Thornapple Kellogg Learning Center. On Tuesday. Jan. 14. the theme of the Dads Night Out is “Let’s have a ball.” Pizza and juice will be provided. The program is set from 5:30 to 7 p.m. in the McFall Elementary all purpose room. The musical play group. “Whimsical Wednesday.” returns from 10 to 11 a.m. in room 107 of the Thomapple Kellogg Learning Center next to McFall Elementary on Wednesday. Jan 15. Krebil suggests pre-regis­ tering for all these Thomap­ ple Kellogg programs by calling 795-3397. The Caledonia “Let it Snow" play group will be held on Tuesday. Jan. 21 from 10 to 11:30 a.m. at the Caledonia Elementary School at 9790 Duncan Lake Road SE in Caledonia. Call 293-8532 to register for FDIC this play group. January Bright Beginnings play group sessions include ‘Dad’s Night Out’ January is filled with ex­ citement for the Bright Be­ ginnings play groups in the Thornapple Kellogg and Caledonia school districts. Director Anne Krebil an­ nounces that the first play Anyone in the Gun Lake Area including Martin, Wayland, Middleville, Shelbyville and Delton are eligible to become members of the General Federation of Women’s Clubs (GFWC)- Gun Lake Area. women donned their red and green Santa or snowman hats and reindeer antlers and tossed candy to the specta­ tors at the Martin Lions Club Holiday Parade in Martin. Participating were Judy Smith and Bev Grashuis, event co-chairs; Linda Molitor. Marilyn Page, Ruth Perino, Marjory Richards. Fran Leonard and our very own Clown Santa, Shirley Bishop. Doyle Smith and Dick Leonard handled the driving and pho­ tographing. GFWC-Gun Lake Area women have created a fund that is used for area emer­ gencies. This project, chaired by Bev Grashuis, is a “Holiday Dinner with Friends”. In 2002, the pro­ ject had many club members hosting and co-hosting a va­ riety of events that raised money for this fund. Love, Inc. of Hastings is helpful in channeling this money to families in the area with real emergencies. Some of the events included: a Bridge/Luncheon at the home of Corrine & Tom An­ drews; a morning coffee at the home of Linda & Gerry Molitor, co-hosted by Jose Vogel; wine-tasting with a full meal at the home of Ruth & Bob Perino, with Marilyn Page her co-host, and with help from al) those attending: dinners at the homes of Marjory Richard with Frances Mlynarcheck. co-host; Judy & Doyle Smith with Fran Leonard co-hosting; and Harlene Kok with son. Kevin co-hosting. This is the fourth, and most successful, year the event has taken place. At the December meeting, secret pals exchanged gifts and a silent baked goods auction was held to raise funds for the budget. The Art Department sponsored the entertainment enjoyed by members and guests. The Thornapple-Kellogg Honors Choir, with Director Ray Rickert, have been perform­ ing for the club for many years. It is now an annual event looked forward to by members of the club and choir as well. Anyone in the Gun Lake Area including Martin. Wayland. Middleville. Shel­ byville and Delton arc eligi­ ble to become members of the General Federation of Women’s Clubs (GFWC)Gun Lake Area. Contact any club member for infor­ mation. Or, call: Fran Leon­ ard, club President, at (269) 795-8731; Judy Smith, club Vice President, at (269) 6729016 or Harlene Kok. Mem­ bership. at (269) 792-4398. Konsigiiiiieiit * * * * * Infant's * Children's * Women'# Men'# * Plus Size# * Maternity Accessories * Shoes Evening Gowns T Hand Crafted Jewelry .*7 1 W CHILDREN'S PIA Y A REA ! e < 9175 Glen Valley Retail Centertnght on m 37) 616-891 -2418 or 1 -888-829-5919 K Hours Mon-Fn 10am-6pm Sat 10am-3pm Hi! We’re A local choice for all your banking needs.” Hastings City Bank Here For You Since 1886 THE BENEFITS CONTINUE Hastings • Middleville • Nashville Bellevue • Caledonia • Wayland ww w.haslingscity bank.com LENDER �Page 8/The Sun and News. Middleville, Ml/January 7. 2003 Dream playhouse for kids is better the second time around by Patricia Johns Staff Writer When Barb and Phil Bender created an indoor playhouse for their daugh­ ters in 1975, they had no idea that the renovation 27 years later would include running water in the kitchen, kitchen cabinets and even a barn. One of the rooms in their spacious farmhouse was dedicated to the playhouse. Now that they have four grandsons as well as two granddaughters, Phil de­ cided the boys needed some space to play in as well. And like houses from the ‘70s, the decor of the play­ room definitely needed some updating. A year ago. he began work transforming a closet in the room into a barn. This includes sliding doors and a place for boys to hide. The playroom has been closed for a year while the renovations were underway. The grandchildren have grown increasingly impa­ tient for the return of “their” room. The fun of the playroom has been increased by the murals painted by local art­ ist Linda Postema. These in­ clude realistic bam red sid­ ing. a flower strewn picket fence, a shade tree with a very wise owl overlooking the proceedings and a field filled with cows. When the renovation was revealed over the Christmas holidays, Barb says her daughters were delighted, the grandchildren overjoyed with the return of their play area and even teenage nieces and nephews whiled away an afternoon playing. Postema created this sea scene for the Bender’s hot tub room. Barb Bender demonstrates the sink with running water in the renovated playhouse. Don’t Grow OLD Without us... We o/fef annuities and IRAs that guarantee a lifetime retirement income, BIG TAX SAVINGS and attractive interest roles Start nowl Co// your Farm Insurance agent before you get any older Steve Elies 4695 N. 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M(/January 7. 2003/Page 9 Time Out for Moms’ conference set by Cathy L. Rueter Staff Writer Lakeside Community Church is hosting an uplift­ ing “Time Out for Moms” conference, on Friday. Jan. 24 from 7-9 p.m. and Satur­ day, Jan. 25 from 8:30 a.m.1 p.m. Women of the community are invited to the confer­ ence, lead by nationally known Christian author and speaker, Ginger Flowman. The weekend seminar is- Thornapple Kellogg PTO to meet Jan. 15 The Thornapple Kellogg PTO will meet Wednesday, Jan. 15 at 7 p.m. in the Page all purpose room. Agenda will include an update on the elementary fund raiser and a review of the holiday crafts. PIO meetings are open to parents of all students in the district in grades kindergarten through 8. Thornapple Twp, announces last day to register for election Pastor Roger Buhman of Lakeside said. “Mom’s can feel overwhelmed because of the commitments and challenges of raising chil­ dren. Ginger Plowman gives designed to give encourage­ ment specialized to mothers' needs. Plowman instructs women on how they can “faithfully train their chil­ dren in righteousness by reaching and probing their hearts." According to information provided by Lakeside Com­ munity Church. “If you are a mom who finds yourself re­ peating instructions to your children, raising your voice to get your children’s atten- Middle school parents are encouraged to call the new parent help line at 795-5400. ext. 6698 for information. Parents listen and respond to messages during the school year. The PTO will provide childcare at no charge to parents attending the meet­ ing. moms tools and skills to help them navigate the thicket of pressures and re­ sponsibilities that surround them. Every mom worthy of the name deserves this weekend.” The conference cost is $15.00 with registration re­ quired. Deadline for regis­ tration is Friday. Jan. 10. 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Green Street, Hastings • WWW.PENNOCKHEALTH.COM �Page 10/The Sun and News, Middleville, Ml/January 7, 2003 Leadership training starts early at Thornapple Kellogg by Patricia Johns Staff Writer Leadership training be­ gins early at Thornapple Kellogg Middle School. Principal Mike Spahr and his staff have created a sys­ tem to provide leadership training for students. “We want to give students the skills that will enable them to help us control situations in school,” Spahr says. “Students can be more active in keeping problems from escalating if they know ways to avoid bullies, help fellow students and report to teachers without “tattling.” The first group of sixth, seventh and eighth graders received a day of training earlier this school year. Held at the First Baptist Church in Middleville, students role played, had small group dis­ cussions with teacher facili­ tators and talked about solu­ tions to problems. Students saw a video about Jackie Robinson and how he dealt with the taunts and discrimination he faced. Students were nominated by teachers for this first leadership workshop. This year’s sixth and sev­ enth graders will have a re­ fresher workshop next year when school begins, and the students from the new sixth grade class will have a first workshop. “We hope eventually to provide leadership training for each year. “ Spahr says. In addition to these stu­ dents other leadership activi­ ties are available at the mid­ dle school. Students on the Diversity Council have organized food drives, sponsored the Red Ribbon Week poster contest and met with other Diversity Council members from schools in the Kent Interme- Leadership takes creativity and laughter. This is one of the exercises which re­ quired teamwork. diate School District. Some of the students in the Student Council were se­ lected to participate in the Diversity Council and lead­ ership training workshop. The Student Council has created posters, worked on fund raising and meets with the principal each month. Along with the Character Counts curriculum, which all students participate in with their teachers, this lead­ ership focus helps to prepare students for high school and the world outside of school. Principal Mike Spahr encouraged the first workshop participants WELCOME TO A NEW YEAR! Allow KCC to help you make 2003 your most productive year ever... Attend college locally, conveniently, and at surprisingly affordable cost at the Fehsenfeld Center near Hastings. Day and evening class sections are available in numerous curricular areas, beginning on or after January 13th. Anatomy Physiology Business Computers Human Services Biology Communications History Humanities Philosophy Psychology Sociology And many others. There is still time to enroll, but you must act NOW!!! (269) 948-9500 Teachers held small group discussions TK wins two more before O-K Blue season begins TK’ varsity volleyball squad finished the Byron Center Tournament, Satur­ day Jan. 4, with a 2-2-2 re­ cord and their two wins coming against O-K Blue foes. The Trojans second vic­ tory of the day came in pool play against Rogers in three games, 15-9, 10-15,15-13. The win against the Golden Hawks came on the heels of a 15-5, 15-5 win against Belding in the last match of pool play. However, the Trojans were 0-2-2 against non­ league opponents on the day. TK started off with a couple of splits, 2-15, 15-2 against Unity Christian, and 10-15,15-10 against Lowell. A strong West Catholic team handed the Trojans their first loss of the day, 159, 15-11. TK’s second loss of the day came against Spring Lake in the Trojans second bracket play match of the day, 745, 7-15. For the Trojans, who are now 8-4-5 on the season, setter Rachel Clinton led the team with 35 assists on the day. Without senior hitter Me­ gan Dutcher, who had to miss out due to an ankle sprain, Cary Middlebush stepped up to put down 33 kills, and led the team with TK’s Rachel Clinton sets up teammate Melissa Robinson. Clinton passed out 35 assists at Byron Center on Saturday 65 digs. throughout the tournament.” Server Rachel VanThe O-K Blue schedule derMeer served 45 of 47 on kicks off for the Trojans this the day with five aces, and week as Byron Center recorded 28 points. comes to town on Thursday Trojan Coach Cindy Mid­ Jan. 9. Next Saturday the dlebush also said that junior Trojans head to a tourna­ Sarah Wolf “did a fine job ment at Grand Rapids Bap­ of playing consistently tist. �The Sun and News Middleville. Ml/January 7. 2003/Page 11 ‘Great Geographer’ visits bee Elementary by Patricia Johns Staff Writer Students at Page Elemen­ tary School walked over to the high school auditorium on Friday. Dec. 20, to cheer for friends who were com­ peting in the Geography Bee. The great geographer stops at Page on the way to the north pole CAB drives into Caledonia, looks to build community assets by Cathy L. Rueter Interested community members of the Caledonia School District area are in­ vited to a meeting of CAB. “Come build the vision” is the topic from 9 a.m. to 12 p.m. Saturday. Jan. 11 in the Caledonia Middle School cafeteria. Just what is this CAB? There are CAB drivers and a dispatcher, but there are no routes, no honking horns nor little yellow cars. CAB stands for Caledonia Asset Builders. In a round­ about way, the group was founded out of the original meetings and work for the proposed aquatics center ini­ tiative, spearheaded by com­ munity member Ellen Wilder. To generate a more pre­ cise concept to the original aquatic proposal, representa­ tives from the YMCA sug­ gested putting together" an asset program, similar to that of the Search Institute in Minnesota. In the spring of 2002, members of the aquatic group initiative, together with a grant from the Cale­ donia Education Foundation brought Rick Phillips; ex­ ecutive director of Commu­ nity Matters, to speak to school and community members. Phillips spoke about asset development as defined by the Search Institute. Two major components of asset building are healthy & successful communities and positive growth for the youth of the area. Community member, Terry Gates (married to CMS 8th grade teacher Kim. as well as having two sons attending school in the dis­ trict) was one of the at­ tendees at Phillips' speaking engagement. At the same time, he was present at a program held at his church that spoke of life keys such as passion, interest and life values. Gates knows about pas­ sionate beliefs, he has had a long held “passion to inter­ connect people together for the greater good,” he said. “I kept telling Ellen that 1 wanted to be a part of this (asset building in the com­ munity) in a big way.” Gates has become a large part of the Caledonia Asset Builders group. After the original aquatics group birthed this new effort, Wilder felt that she needed to continue to concentrate on the proposed center. Gates is now heading up the CAB endeavor - a role that he isn’t afraid of. He has held leadership roles in many different areas in the past including Jaycee’s (going qn to becopie a JCI Senator), a youth group leader at a for­ mer church. Cub Scout mas­ ter, mentoring to an innercity youth (5 years and counting) as well as the Caledonia Strategic Plan­ ning Committee and CPAC. He also owns his own busi­ ness, “Sign Source.” Along with another com­ munity member. Peggy Cra­ mer (a teacher and the mother of two children in the district). Gates ended up at a seminar given by the Search Institute revolving around Community Based Asset Building. The Search institute has “identified 40 positive experiences and qualities that all of us have the power to bring into the lives of children and youth, which are called develop­ mental assets." The two were excited with the ideas and issues to come from this seminar. So excited, in fact, that their en­ thusiasm spilled over into what is now Caledonia As­ set Builders. During an initial meeting with interested citizens, the name Caledonia Asset Builders was decided upon, which in turn brought about the naming of the different people heading groups within CAB. Each sector has a leader or facilitator that will be responsible for de­ veloping those areas, such as education, business and in­ dustry, parents, youth, sen­ ior citizens and government. These leaders are called CAB Drivers. Gates is the designated driver, or support leader, be­ hind the operation - CAB’s Dispatcher. Interested citizens can, and are invited to be a part of this group as a collective or the smaller sectors within the group. The group derives much of their information and focus from community assets developed by the Search Institute. The Search Institute is a research type of group. They have identified 40 key assets that are crucial to the growth of any community nation- Contestants wait nervously for the start of the Geography Bee A special guest, the “Great Geographer” himself, welcomed the contestants and asked the questions. Matt Davidson, Cassie DeHaan. Jared Allen, Jake Francisco. Sarah Cronkright. Spencer Nault. Shelby Ken­ yon, Bryan Kars, Jacob Bultema and Grant Davis nerv­ ously prepared for the first question. Students answered ques­ tions about map reading. historical cities and even­ contemporary events. One questions stumped all the contestants. At the end Cronkright was the winner and the runner-up was Ken­ yon. The Great Geographer presented the winner with a medal embossed with the National Geographic logo. The winner will now take a really long test to see how she places in the state. The state winner will go on to participate in the na­ tional competition in May in Washington D.C. Santa Claus (aka. the Great Geographer) encour­ aged students in the fourth grade to study hard for the contest next year. The Great Geographer congratulated Sarah Cronkright on winning the Page Elementary Geography Bee. Tailoring a Gift to serve your charitable interests and financial goals The Barry Community Foundation offers a range of philanthropic options. the fund is established Unrestricted Funds, or Community Action Funds give the foundation the discretion to make grants that address the most urgent needs of the community as they change from time to time Scholarship and Award Funds .ire established by donors wishing to make education available to indi viduals in their communities Fleld-of-Interest Funds benefit a specific area of interest to the donor They can also benefit a geo­ graphical area. You may also wish to; consider naming your community foundation as the beneficiary of your IRA or life insurance policy make a bequest to a community foundation in your Donor-Advised Funds are often created as an alter native to a private foundation and allow donors to recommend the charitable organizations and causes to be considered for grants They can be established in two forms: living trust or will establish a Supporting Organization through the community foundation A Supporting Organization is a separate legal entity for tax purposes and has its own governing body, by affiliating with a community foundation, the Supporting Organization enjoys pub lie charity status and the professional stall services of the community foundation Non-Endowed Donor-Advised Eunds allow the donor to recommend grants from both principal and income. However you approach making a gift to the Community foundation, your caring gesture will make a difference in the lives of others and the life of your community. Endowed Donor-Advised Funds allow the donor to recommend grants from the income of the fund Designated Funds make grants to specific organizations chosen by the donor when 629 W. State Street • Suite 201 Hastings, Ml 49058 Phone: 269-945-0526 • Fax: 269-945-4536 Email: bcf@wmis.net Website: www.barrycf.org See CAB, page 12 .♦ Christopher J. Hier, 616-891-1240 General Dentistry for Children & Adults - NEW PATIENTS WELCOME Early Morning & Evening Appointments Available Conveniently located on M-37 in Caledonia (Right on the way to or from work) Quality dental care in a relaxed and friendly atmosphere. 1 I F NITE1 Your Smile The First Thing People See! �Page 12/The Sun and News. Middleville. Ml/January 7, 2003 Thornapple Area Enrichment Foundation has exciting year by Patricia Johns Staff Writer The Thornapple Area En­ richment Foundation had an exciting year during 2002. In addition to the Mom’s Scholarship and the scholar­ ships awarded to graduating seniors the group has re­ cently awarded several grants in our school district. Ann Krebill, a parent edu­ cator at Bright Beginnings. applied for and received a $500 grant. This money has gone toward the purchase of canvas Welcome Bags con­ taining parenting informa­ tion for families in the TK School district with new ba­ bies. Krebill says the goal of this program is to provide parenting skills to new par­ ents in order to establish positive connections be­ tween the schools and TK A new way to get in and out of the Thornapple Kel­ logg High School pool came from a grant from the TAEF. HELP WANTED Day & full-time cooks needed. Must be available on weekends. Very competitive wages. Apply at: Monterey Grille 9175 Cherry Valley Fresh Start Cafe 9866 Cherry Valley families with young chil­ dren. She is very excited to begin distribution of these gift bags and hopes to reach 200 families over two years. Information about the Bright Beginnings: parents as educators program in­ cluding play groups sched­ uled between January and May call 795-3397. Mark Uhl. Thornapple Kellogg High School Ath­ letic Director, received a $1,825 grant to purchase an Easy Ladder which helps elderly and obese individu­ als in and out of the TK Community Pool. The pool facility had steps to enter and exit, however, individu­ als had to climb hand over hand to get in and out of the pool, much like climbing a vertical ladder. This made it next to impossible for eld­ erly or severely obese indi­ viduals to get in and out of the pool. A lift was purchased by the Middleville Rotary Club several years ago to move handicapped users in and out of the water, but using the lift can put people in an embarrassing spot. In ap­ plying for this grant, Uhl hoped to enhance the useful­ ness of the pool to commu­ nity members who need it most. He is very pleased with the ladder, reporting “it has made a huge difference already. The graduated steps are much easier and safer for many people. The ladder has been well-used and ap­ preciated by members of our community who use the pool for exercise and fun.” Shelly Erb, a second grade teacher at McFall Ele­ mentary, applied for a $400 grant to allow her students to visit the day camp at Ebersole Center. A natural­ ist and two teachers worked together to complete 12 les­ sons that stem from their ^irst-grade objectives. Go­ ing to the day camp allowed the student first-hand experi­ ence with using those objec­ tives, using many different materials from the Ebersole Center. McFall also received a Youth Activities Council grant from the Barry Com­ munity Foundation and as­ 269 • 269 • 269 » 269 • 269 • 269 » 269 • 269 » 269 « 269 sistance from the McFall PTO to help all first graders attend this program. In addition to Thomapple Kellogg School grants, the Village of Middleville was awarded a $500 grant to fund a portion of the Stage­ coach Gazebo to shelter the recently purchased Village stagecoach during spring, summer, and fall. Lisa Finkbeiner from the TAEF hopes that being part of community activities will help raise awareness of the foundation. Tom Lehman was honored by the founda­ tion in 2002 as its person of the year at a well attended dinner meeting this past fall. In addition to awarding grants, the Thornapple Area Enrichment Foundation has several scholarships avail­ able at this time. Residents of Barry County or the Thornapple Kellogg School District are eligible to apply based on each scholarship’s criteria. Applications can be ob­ tained at the high school counseling office or by writ­ Anne Krebill and the Bright Beginnings - Parents as Teachers program received a grant from the Thor­ napple Area Enrichment Foundation for these can­ vas bags filled with information for new parents. ing to TAEF. P.O. Box 164. Middleville. MI 49333. or e-mail a t tktaef@hotmail.com. Grant applications are available by written request up to $5,000 at P-O. Box 164. Mid* dlcvillc. MI 49333. CAB, continued from page 11 wide. The assets are broken down into eight categories that have been derived from two specific areas. External structures, relationships, and activities (that create a posi­ tive environment for young people) and internal values, skills, and beliefs (that young people also need to fully engage with and func­ tion in the world around them). Some of the eight catego­ ries mentioned in the asset approach: “40 elements of healthy development” in­ clude: -Support (young people need to be surrounded by people who love, care for, appreciate, and accept them). -Constructive use of Time (young people need opportu­ nities - outside of school to learn and develop new skills and interests with other youth and adults). -Commitment to Learning (young people need a sense of the lasting importance of learning and a belief in their own abilities). -Social Competencies (young people need the skills to interact effectively with others, to make diffi­ cult decisions, and to cope with new situations). -Positive Identity (Young people need to believe in their own self-worth and to feel that they have control over the things that happen to them.) Of the 40 assets them­ selves, they include positive family communication, car­ ing neighborhoods, caring school climate, youth as re­ sources, service to others, safety, adult role models, positive peer influence, high expectations, youth pro­ grams. religious community, reading and homework, in­ tegrity, responsibility, plan­ ning and decision making, self-esteem and sense of purpose. The Search Institute has invested in and designed proven tools for communi­ ties. In fact, according to Gates, they have a whole catalog library of helpful tools and information in­ cluding gizmos for kids’ lockers and wallets, parent help reminders such as “150 ways to show kids you care, and the previously men­ tioned “40 ways anyone can build assets.” It is believed that there is a direct relationship between the amount of assets a stu­ dent receives and the likeli­ hood that they will exhibit “patterns of thriving behav­ ior. These assets both pro­ mote positive behaviors and attitudes and help protect young people from many different problem behav­ iors.” Gates puts it more simply, “There is a correlation be­ tween high assets and high community health.” The numbers given in the research aren’t just pulled out of a hat. “The asset approach" bro­ chure states that “the per­ centage of young people who report experiencing each asset were gathered from .. . a (Search Institute) survey in 318 communities and 33 states. In addition, for this particular documen­ tation, surveys were con­ ducted of more than 200,000 students in grades 6-12. According to Gates, the tentative goal of CAB for the next few months is “to educate and promote the community about the 40 as­ sets. How can we start to bring these assets into the community? Everything falls back to the 40 assets.” The meeting on Jan. 11 is designed to bring interested people from area businesses, churches, schools, etc. to­ gether to begin to build on the strengths of the commu­ nity, to bring together the community to develop a vi­ sion. Much more could be said about CAB and the enter­ prise that is being under­ taken, but Gates puts it very succinctly. “This is going to be huge. We want to involve everyone.” For more information about the group and/or the upcoming meeting contact Gates at 616-868-7077 or email terry@altclco.net. CALEDONIA COMMUNITY SCHOOLS FREE DEVELOPMENTAL INVENTORY Beat The Rush! 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Ml/January 7. 2003/Page 13 Scots came home with medals last Saturday 0 Carl Grashuis HASTINGS Carl Grashuis, age 87, of Coats Grove Road, Hastings, died Saturday, Jan 4, 2003 at Tendercare of Hastings. Mr. Grashuis was bom on Sept. 30, 1915 in Lucas, Mich., the son of Henry and Johanna (Elenbaas) Grashuis. He was raised in the Lucas/Cadiliac areas and attended schools there. He moved to Barry County in 1934 and has lived at his present farm home since 1950. Mary M. Kaechele LANSING - Mrs. Mar) M. Kaechele, age 79, of Lansing, passed away Dec. 26. 2002. She is survived by her husband. Paul R. Kaechele; two sons, l^iwrence (T racy) Kaechele of Okemos. Dennis (Mary Dooley) Kaechele of Ann Arbor; two daughters. Mary Kaechele of Lansing, Ann (Steve) Webb of lensing; seven grandchildren; one great grandchild; two sisters. Katie (Edward) Wicringa of Middleville. Phyllis (Everett) Kict/man of Wyoming, Ml; one brother. Jim (Wilma) Sheehan of Alto; several nieces and nephews. Euneral services were held on Saturday, Dec. 28. 2002 at the Beeler Euneral Chapel, Middleville. Rev. Father John Byers officiat­ ed. Interment St. Patrick Cemetery. Bowne. Memorial contributions may be made to Immaculate Heart of Mary. Arrangements were made by Beeler Funeral Home. Middiet ille. Jordan Eric Haner GRAND RAPIDS Jordan Eric Haner, age 35, of Grand Rapids, passed away Friday, Dec. 27, 2(M)2 at Spectrum Community Services-Spaulding Home. He is survived by his father, Thomas D. and step­ mother, Carol Haner of Middleville; brother. Todd (Angela) Haner of Kalama zoo; niece, Caitlyn Haner; several aunts, uncles and cousins. He was preceded in death by his mother. Barbara E. Haner. Funeral services were held Monday, Dec. 30. 2002 at the First Baptist Church of Middleville. Pastor Bruce Stewart officiated. Interment Irving Cemetery, Irving Township. Memorial contributions may be made to the Spaulding Home. Arrangements were made by Beeler Funeral Home, Middleville. (Gnw a somimiL TUA? A gift to the Barry Community Foundation is used to help fund activities throughout the county in the name of the person you designate. Ask your funeral director for more information on the Barry Community Foundation or call 945-0526 PARADIGM HOMES, INC. DESIGN - BUILD - REMODEL Call today for a free consultation (616) 891-9979 Burke Thompson / Dean Priebe He was married to Imogene R. Barry' June 13. 1936 and she died Sept 7. 1975 He married Edith M. Zemke on July 30. 1976 and she survives. Mr. Grashuis has been engaged in fanning all his life. He has farmed in the Coats Grove area of Barry County for the past 65 years. He was a member of the Woodgrove Brethren Christian Parish, holder of Commercial pilot's license, member and past officer of Hastings Flying Ass’n, Barry Amateur Radio Club, Woodland Lions Club, Barry County Farm Bureau, former member of Coats Grove School Board, inducted Michigan Farmer’s Hall of Fame-1985, avid outdoorsman, enjoying hunting and fishing, musi­ cian, playing guitar and har­ monica at local activities, and maintained daily diaries for years. Mr. Grashuis is survived by his wife. Edith; daughter, Ann (Jerry) Davis of Shelbyville and Nancy Hamann of Holland; four grandchildren, Carol and Jim Grafford of Hancock, I-aura and Dan Kingma of Hastings, Julia Davis and Jonathan Coombs of Wales and Michael and Tonya Hamann of Holland; four great grandchildren, Jennifer and Nathan Olson of Houghton, Katherine Grafford of Hancock, Sara Inverse of Lansing, Dale Inverse of Wayland; broth­ er, Joe Pell of Cadillac; sis­ ters, Gertrude Bouwma of Englewood, FL, Anna Baas of Belemont, Dorothy (Leonard) Marshall of Cadillac; sister-in-law, Nellie Grashuis of Grandville and Esther Grashuis of Chattanooga, TN; nieces and nephews. Preceding him in death were his parents; wife, Imogene; sons, Richard in 1943, Alan in 1944; sister, Christina VanderJagt; broth­ ers, Gerrit, Isaac and John; son-in-law. Dr. Fred Hamann. Visitation will be Tuesday, Jan. 7, 2003 from 2 to 4 and 6 to 8 p.m. at Wren Funeral Home of Hastings. Sen ices will be held at 11 a.m. on Wednesday, Jan. 8, 2003 at Wren Funeral Home. Rev. Roberta Shaffer and Rev. Ben Hemng offici­ ating Buria1 will be at Fuller Cemetery. Carlton Township. Barry County, ML Memorial contributions may be made to the Carl Grashuis Family FundBarry ' Community Foundation. Woodgrove Brethren Christian Parish or Alzheimers Disease Foundation Arrangements were made by Wren Funeral Home of Hastings Caledonia's varsity wres­ tling team place six of its nine wrestlers last Saturday at the tournament at Rogers High School. Two Scots managed first place finishes on the day. Tyler Bowden at 103 and Corey Kilmartin at 160 both swept their way through the day to take home weight class titles. Second place finishers for the Scots were Frank D’Amico at 152 and Robbie LaFountain at 145. Both just missed out on first place. D'Amico’s final match came down to the last second against a foe who was 20-0 overall. Caleb Moorhead earned the third place medal at 130. The Scots other medalist was Angel Castillo, who took fourth place in the 140pound weight class. Also winning matches on the day for the Fighting Scots were Ted McCoy, Jim Haisma, and Adam Rauser. Kenowa Hills comes to Caledonia on Wednesday Jan. 9, and the Knights will have to deal with the parents night crowd. Scot Coach Jim Maxim wants middle school stu­ dents to know that, after the night of wrestling by the jayvee and varsity, an infor­ mational meeting and pizza party will be held in the cafeteria at the high school for students and their par­ ents who are interested in the middle school wrestling program. After that night of wres­ tling the Scots will be at the Athens Invitational on Sat­ urday Jan. 11. Also last Saturday the jayvee Scots went to God­ win for a jayvee tournament. Seven of the nine jayvee Scots placed there, three of Call 945-9554 for classifieds them first place finishes. Billy DAmico. John Goebel, and Steve Jousma. Zach House and Aaron Gillfranklin both turned in second place finishes. Jason Rauser and Justin Reeder placed fourth for the Scots. Also wrestling hard for the Scots were Nick Rauser and Whit Wesenberg. CHARTER TOWNSHIP OF CALEDONIA Meeting Notice MEEI1NG_NQILGE A Work Session of the Charter Township of Caledonia Board of Trustees will be held beginning at 5 30 p.m on Wednesday January 8. 2003. at the Caledonia Township/Village Hall. 250 Maple Street, Caledonia. Michigan NOTE Individuals with disabdtiles may request auxiliary aids and services for the meeting by contacting the Township Clerk at (616)891-0070 TENTATIVEAGENDA 1. CALL TO ORDER/ROLL CALL 2. WORK SESSION ON ZONING ORDINANCES A Home Occupations B Sign Provisions C Nonconforming Use Pro­ visions D Planning Unit Development District E Home Based Business F Parking. 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Thornapple Kellogg students collected toys for needy children during the holi­ day season and last week dropped them off at Gavin's. Local church representa­ tives then stopped by and picked up toys from Gavin's for area families in need for Christmas. Pictured (from left) are Mallory Dobson. Roger Thompson. Jenny Piccard and Ashley Ballard. McFall students graphed the food they collected for local food banks. These girls from Page created and sold rings, bracelets and necklaces as a service project for Carveth Village. by Patricia Johns Staff Writer Students at Thornapple Kellogg schools raised more than $3,357 to help the Mid­ dleville Lions Club under­ write the cost of an assis­ tance dog. Students held penny wars, bake sales, special treats for sale and much more, organ­ ized by food service person­ nel at all the buildings. There were coin jugs for parents and others to help contribute to this many thousand dollar goal. This is only the latest ef­ fort by students. TK Middle ■ WOPIO OFF Oil Lube & Filter Expires 1/13/03 Darrick Owen 500 ARLINGTON ST. (M-37) MIDDLEVILLE 269-795-5550 on site at - suetttuw L***or -■ Ji the pace" fafro/zne ***• iWWJAWAV.VAW.W.™ School students have raked leaves at the Yankee Springs Recreation area and in the community. Others have helped with food drives, bulb planting, community projects and much more. If students belong to a scout troop or 4-H club, they are already planning their next project. The new 4-H club in the area, Community First, just completed its first community service project, helping with game time at Carveth Village. Club mem­ bers also brought holiday treats and held a carol singa-long. Long established clubs such as the Middleville Clo­ vers continued a tradition of service with the creation of Christmas cards with glue, glitter, crayons and stamps for residents of Thornapple Manor. The Boy Scouts in Troop 105 worked with the Lions Club on projects this year and will be helping with this year’s visit of the Holly Trolley. Girl Scout troops in the area created gift boxes for homeless women, provided a baby sitting service so par­ ents could shop unencum­ bered and worked on food drives and other projects. At the middle school stu­ dents raised almost $2000 for the Kids Helping Kids project for DeVos Chil­ dren’s Hospital. The walls of the school were filled Emily and Jacob Bauer help organize the food col­ lected at Page Elementary School. with helping hands and megaphones. The veterans committee of the United Auto Workers Local 1002 just completed their fourth year of raising funds for the toys for tots campaign. This year they raised more than $683 and with the help of Kmart pro­ vided a truckload of toys for the Barry County toy distri­ bution. National Honor Society students collected toys for the toy collection run by Ga­ vin Chevrolet working with local churches. One church in the area took on the needs of families who have been on strike at a paper plant in Kalamazoo. For some community service is a personal tradi- Continued next page �The Sun and News. Middleville. Ml/January 7. 2003/Page 15 Some toys were really popular and all the students hoped the children who re­ ceived them will enjoy them. Even more toys were collected at Page this year. Student elves from Helen Jahnke’s room collected the toys. From previous page tion, buying a gift for the “Angel Tree” for a girl or boy their own age and giv­ ing something they would really like to receive. Yankee Springs hair dresser Jan Heyboer has de­ cided to provide free hair­ cuts and styles to those who donated at least 10 inches of hair to the Locks of Love program. “1 think this is something I can do. This is the way women or girls can feel good about their contri­ bution to help make wigs for others.” Some of these examples of community service arc fun for the participants. The members of the GFWC-Gun Lake Area Women’s Club raised more than $ 1 .(MX) in a series of small dinners. During the food collection drives, McFall students competed against each other. Sometimes classes won by just one can or box. The food drive is also used as a way to teach math with graphs tracking the receipt of food. Wendy Barker is passing on a tradition started by her mother with the gently used The new 4-H club Community First did its first com­ munity service Dec. 14 at Carveth Village. Dad has spent sixty years working the farm and now he has trouble remembering how to start the tractor. We at Woodlawn Meadows offer a delightful alternative to nursing homes with our quality assisted lining facility that provides specialized alzheimer'&dementia care. • • • • • • • • • • • Travis Hayward, Charles Pullen and Amanda Pullen helped deliver the truck load of toys given to the Barry County Toys for Tots campaign. toy collection. She has col­ lected the toys, washed them and made sure that dolls which w.ere donated had clothes as well. Whatever children receive a toy from this collection will know someone cared about them. The toys they receive are not just handme-downs or worn out. In schools community service is a way to stress character education. Stu- 24 Hour Compassionate Care Respite Care Emergency Call System Dementia Care Individual Personal Assistance Barber & Beauty Shop Podiatric Care Complete Laundry & Housekeeping Activity Programming Wheelchair Accessibility Medication Management l^etizernent Oiflhiije 1821 N. 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Another significant The chessboard was ready for a spirited game HOURS: M-Th 5am-9pm; Fri. 5ain-8pm Sat. 8ani-2pin; Sun.9am-3pni 9175 Cherry Valley, Ste. K Caledonia, 891-2994 change occurred Nov. 1 w hen the two outdoor cen­ ters were leased to Dee Lowell and Peter Forsberg. Lowell, who owns the Sharp Park Campground, had been trying to negotiate the lease of the outdoor cen­ ters in the Recreation Area for more than four years. Forsberg is the former direc­ tor of Charlton Park and has many ideas for creating edu­ cational opportunities for area schools at the outdoor centers. The outdoor centers in­ clude cabins, bathhouses and large lodges with kitch­ ens and seating areas. Reser­ vations for the cabins can no longer be made through the state park reservation sys­ tem. Reservations for the cabins can be made by call­ ing the Sharp Park Camp­ ground. 795-3856. Another temporary change for this winter is re­ locating the winter sports parking lot to the no longer in use former park resi­ dence, just north of the Long Lake Outdoor Center. Signs mark the entrance to the temporary parking and the cross country and snowmo­ bile trails can be accessed from this parking lot. The warming area at Long Lake is not available to skiers this year. Yankee Springs Recrea­ tion Area director Ben Stapish says, “We are trying this for this year and will re­ evaluate it for next year’s winter season. We aie going to see if parking at the park at Gun Lake would work for winter sports enthusiasts.” Forsberg and Lowell are excited about this new op­ portunity. “We know that most peo­ ple around here take the rec­ At Your Service! Peter Forsberg and Dee Lowell (standing) invited family and friends to a New Year’s Eve party that couldn’t be beat as part of the kickoff of their lease of the Long Lake and Chief Noonday Outdoor Centers in the Yankee Springs Recreation area. reation area for granted. They’ve hiked the trails, swum in the lake and the cabins haven’t been that im­ portant to them. Forsberg says. “We hope to change that.” Forsberg and Lowell both attended school-sponsored activities at the outdoor cen­ ter when they were students. “I would like to see more schools come back here for science field trips,” Forsberg says. “I hope to include some information about lo­ cal native American tribes and other local history.” Both outdoor centers are on the list of historic places for the state. During the Great Depression, the lodges were built as part of the Work Progress Administra­ tion. It had been used as a camping area since 1925. Forsberg and Lowell demonstrated how well the lodge at Long Lake will work for family reunions and other gatherings at a New Year’s Eve party for family and friends. There was no snow for the cross country skiers and snowmobilers to enjoy and the ice isn’t quite safe enough for skating or fish­ ing, but the fire was warm, the atmosphere cozy and the conversation lively. “Many winter weekends are already booked,” Fors­ berg says. “People want to get away even if the snow doesn’t cooperate.” Lowell and Forsberg are making plans to update some of the cabins and im­ prove maintenance of both of the outdoor centers. “We think this is a dcsti nation that will bring people back to Barry County who want the best of the outdoor experience without having to pitch a tent.” Forsberg says. 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The LinkMichigan project recognizes that ac­ cessible and affordable high speed connectivity services are critical to the region’s long-term viability. The deployment of high speed connectivity service can influence the region’s economic development, giv­ ing businesses and jobs lo­ cated in these communities the telecommunication in­ frastructure required to com­ pete nationally and interna­ tionally. Those who have questions regarding the survey may contact Luella Dennison at 269-945-1415 or e-mail ldennisonfabafrycounty.org. 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Another Trojan silver went to Pat McKeown at 135. It was one of the Trojans close losses when McKeown fell 8-7 in the final to Grand Ledge’s Brandon Johnson. He earned a decision over Lakewood’s Jeff Vanderboon in the opener, then scored a major decision in the semi’s. At 189, Phil Corson also finished second after falling in a tight finals match. Delton’s Aaron Schallhorn gave Corson his only loss of the day in three tries. 2-1. Mike McKeown finished in third place at 125. After a bye, he fell in the semi finals , then went on to record two pins in the consolation round for the medal. At 140. Kyle Fletke turned in a 3-1 day. and a third place finish. Fletke tal­ lied a major decision in the first round, before being bumped to the consolation bracket. There he scored a pin and two decisions. Another third place fin­ isher for the Trojans was Andrew Reeder at 160. He The Trojans smile with their second place trophy. scored a pin in the opener, then fell in the semi’s. He moved through the consola­ tion bracket with a pin. and an 11-4 decision in the final. Kurt Huntington turned in a fourth place finish with a pin in the first round, before being knocked into the con­ solation bracket. There he pinned Justin Truman from Kenowa Hills to make the consolation final at 112. At 171, Steve Johnson fell in his first match, then won two to finish fourth in the weight class. Trojan 215 pounder Alec Belson finished the day 2-2 with a fourth place medal. He scored a pin in his open­ ing match, then was bumped Tommy Winright works his way towards a first to the consolation bracket. place finish at last weekend’s LH. Lamb Tournament Matt Potter finished in Hastings. (Photo by Brett Bremer) fourth at 275 by winning his The Trojan varsity wres­ tling team in one of the few that can be a little upset with a second d place finish. It happened to the Trojans last Saturday at the L.H. L^mh tournament in Hast­ ings. “We left room for im­ provement,” said Trojan coach Tom Lehman. “We lost a lot of close matches that we had chances to win. We will get better.” The Trojans were topped by the Lakewood Vikings in the final point totals, but the Trojans had more medalists than any other squad, 13 to­ tal. Josh Bowerman was the 130-pound champion on the day for TK. Bowerman pinned his opponent in his first match of the day. then went on to win close deci­ sions in both the semi’s and the final for the flight title. A Trojan also took the top spot in the final match of the day, at 103. Tommy Win­ right made the most of his first round bye. and pinned Lakewood’s Justin Gillons in the semi’s. Then he went on to score a 7-1 decision second match of the day with a pin 2:36 in. Bill Huff also finished fourth by bowing out in the consolation final. 4-3. Huff gether back-to-back pins to put the Trojans in the lead. Later in the match Mike Gurski got his first win of the day. a 6-2 decision at 119. At 125. Justin Lewis got a pin. Mike McKeown turned in a technical fall at 130. and Pat McKeown got a pin at 135. Kyle Fletke followed that up with a major decision. The final points of the match for the Trojans came from a bin bv Bill Huff at 152. TK easily pushed past St. Johns in round three. 72-3. The Trojans only won six matches on the mat against St. Johns, but got victories by forfeit in five others. Corson. Kyle Fletke. Mike McKeown, and Nick Otto each recorded pins, and Dayne Fletke and Andrew Reeder finished out deci­ sions. Continued next page 60,000 MILE WARRANTY hooper COOPER LIFELINER CLASSIC II P215/70R15 . *58” *54" s56" P205/55R16 . *79” P215/60R16 . *69” s57" P225/60R16 . *74” s5899 $57" P185/70R14 . P195/70R14 . P205/70R14 . P215/70R14 P205/60R15 45,000 MILE WARRANTY COOPER TRENDSETTER SE *39" *41" $44" *43" *49" $50” P175/70R13.............................................. 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Ml/January 7. 2003 Trojans hold off Hamilton for second league win Trojan Nick Tomson tries to break free along the baseline against the Hawkeye defense. (Photo by Perry Hardin) The Trojan varsity boys’ basketball team moved to 42 and pushed their 0-K Blue record to 2-1 with a 69-60 victory over the visiting Hamilton Hawkeyes last Fri­ day night. First half leads haven't been safe much this season, and the Hawkeyes cut a 10point Trojan lead at the half to just two points to start the third quarter. TK responded and used the fourth quarter to build the lead back up for the vic­ tory. Jon Yeazcl lopped four Trojan scerers in double digits with 25 points on the night. Nick Tomson put in 12 points, while Brett Knight and Mark Rolison chipped in 11 apiece. The Trojans got things done down low by outre­ bounding Hamilton 32-23, but quite often they started out with better position to get the boards because the Hawkeyes shot just 7 of 21 from the free throw line. O-K Blue action contin­ ues this week for the Tro­ jans. They host Coopersville on Tuesday Jan. 7. then make the trip to Calvin Christian on Friday night. Jan. 10 to take on the league leading Squires. TK's Jon Yeazel (22) gets hammered by a Hawk­ eye. while trying to finish off a fastbreak. (Photo by Perry Hardin) Justin VanSpronsen (10) slides past the defense, and goes in for a layup. (Photo by Perry Hardin) From previous page Round three saw the Tro­ jans score a 40-21 victory over Northview. The Trojans got a couple of void wins, as well as pins from Gurski and Pat McKe­ own. Grand Haven came to the mat against the Trojans in the fourth round of wres­ tling, and left after losing 36-23. TK lost the first two weight classes, but Belson fought through a couple of penalty points to take a 6-4 decision at 215. Matt Potter followed that up with a pin midway through the third round at 275. Gurski picked up five points with a technical fall at 119, and just 25 seconds into the next match Justin Lewis pinned his opponent to put the Trojans up 20-16. They led the rest of the way. Mike McKeown tallied a major decision, then Pat McKeown picked up an­ other quick pin, 24 seconds in at 135. At 140, Kyle Fletke pulled of a 5-3 overtime vic­ tory by scoring a take down finished the day 2-2, after falling in his first match of the day at 152 pounds. Overall, Lakewood fin­ ished the day with 185 team points, Middleville was sec­ ond with 168.5. Hastings and Grand Ledge tied for third with 123.5 points. In fifth place was Petoskey 89, sixth Charlotte 66, seventh Delton 57, eighth Kenowa Hills 31, ninth Ionia 20. Rockford came close, but none of the five varsity wrestling teams at the TK Duals, Saturday Dec. 28, could get the best of the host Trojans. In the days opening match, the Trojans finished tied with the Rockford Rams at 31 points apiece, but with victories in eight of the 14 weight classes the Trojans picked up the victory. On the day TK went 5-0, also besting Romeo, St. Johns, Northview, and Grand Haven. After dropping five of the first eight matches to Rock­ ford, the Trojans rattled off five in a row to pull ahead of the Rams. Andrew Reeder kicked off the match with a 6-2 de­ cision at 160. Then after falling behind TK came back with pins from Phil Corson at 189, and Alec Belson at 215. Rockford took the next four flights, but then came a string of decisions by Mike McKeown, Josh Bowerman, Pat McKeown, Kyle I l< tk< . and Nick Otto to give the Trojans the lead heading into the rounds final match, which TK lost. But the eight wins won the Trojans the tie-breaker. In round two against Ro­ meo the Trojans came out with a 42-33 win. Corson and Belson again put tojust before the buzzer. Dayne Fletke closed out the match with a 9-4 deci­ sion at 152. The Trojans try to take down Hamilton, Wednesday Jan. 8, then host another day of wrestling with the Trojan Duals on Saturday Jan. 11. Yankee Electric Dan Genther, Licensed & Insured Electrician • Service Upgrades • Troubleshooting • New I Remodels Middleville, MI 49333 • Residential Light Commercial Cell (269)838-8758 Ph/Fax (269)795-4879 Over Your Head In Debt? LIQUIDATION-REORGANIZATION Bankruptcy Michael J. McPhillips 945-3512 Appointments Available in Caledonia �The Sun and News. MKkfleWle. Ml/January 7, 2003/Page 19 Cal/Lowell skaters split two over the holidays The Caledonia/Lowell varsity hockey squad took it to Union on Jan. 2. winning by the score of 7-3. C&l/Lowell got three spe­ cial teams goals, two of them shorthanded to come away with the victory. Scoring for Cal/Lowell were Ted McCoy and Bran­ don John with two goals apiece. Josh John. Pat McMahon, and Brian Post­ humus each scored once in the victory. Chad Rau was the leading assist man on the night with three. Josh John had two, while Eric Austin and Bran­ don John each chipped in one. Saturday Dec. 21. the team came up on the short end of the stick, losing to Jackson High by the score of 8-4. Bright spots were few for the Cal/Lowell ices, but one was the play of sophomore forward Ted McCoy. McCoy accounted for all four of the Cal/Lowell goals. Jackson High came out flying and throwing their weight around at the drop of the puck. It wasted little time getting on the board in the first period on a quick wrist shot from the high slot. The Cal/Lowell ices an­ swered five minutes later when Josh John fed a perfect pass to McCoy who onetimed it into the Jackson goal. Jackson's next goal was off a deflection in front of goaltender Dave Maylone. Maylone didn’t stand a chance as a hard shot car­ omed off a player in front of him. Cal/Lowell answered again when Corey Kelly threaded the puck through a crowd to McCoy who beat the Viking goalie high on the stick side to tie the game up at two apiece. McCoy picked up a loose puck at center ice just before the first period intermission and took two strides and let fly a hard rising slapshot that stayed just below the goal net cross bar to give Cal/Lowell its first lead of the game. Scot eagers still trying for first win at home Caledonia’s varsity boys’ basketball team dropped be­ low .500, to 2-3, with a 5950 loss to Sparta last Friday night. The Scots are 2-1 in road games this season, but it was the team’s second loss in two tries at home. After scoring only 29 points in the first three-quar­ ters, the Scots scored 20 points in the fourth to try and get back into the game, but Sparta responded with 22 points of their own to hold onto the lead they had worked to gain in the first half. 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The Fighting Scot varsity volleyball team walked away from the West Michi­ gan Volleyball Officials As­ sociation Tournament, Sat­ urday Dec. 28, with just one win, but it was against O-K Gold opponent Cedar Springs. In the only match that went three sets in the entire pool, the Scots came out on the winning end of a 15-13, 9- 15, 15-13 score in their third match of the day. In the second game Cale­ donia battled back from down 10-3 to get close at 10- 9, but got stuck there, and had to win the third game for the only victory of the day. The victory made the Scots the third seed coming out of their pool behind For­ est Hills Central and West Ottawa, who both got the best of the Scots that morn­ ing. Caledonia started the day off by falling 2-15, 9-15 to the Rangers from FHC, then dropped their next match 615,0-15 to West Ottawa. FHC and West Ottawa went on to the tournament’s Division 1 championship round, while Caledonia headed to the Division II championships made up of all the pool’s third seeds. There the Fighting Scots ran into another O-K Gold foe, Wyoming Park. The Vi­ kings got the best of the Scots, 15-6, 15-10, to end Caledonia’s day. Park went on to the Divi­ sion II finals where they Brooke Ziesemer sets it up as Jenna Knight comes crashing towards the net. (Photo by Brett Bremer) were beat by Hamilton. Through the season’s first three tournaments the Scots have a record of 4-5-4, and were looking to improve upon that when the confer­ ence season got underway Monday Jan. 6 against Unity Christian. The Fighting Scots visit Wayland on Wednesday Jan. 9 in O-K Gold match number two, then head to Ferris State University for a tournament on Saturday Jan. 11. Fighting Scot Krista Reynolds digs one out in the first game against Ce­ dar Springs. (Photo by Brett Bremer) Check out all our Special Services: Big Prints & Posters Folding & Laminating Collating Business Cards Custom Rubber Stamps Plastic Binding and more! Jenison tourney tough on junior varsity Scots 1351 N.Broadway (M-43) Hastings 3 616.945.9105 3ar" Caledonia’s jayvee vol­ leyball went 1-3-2 in a tour­ nament at Jenison over the holiday break. The girls came out second in their pool after splitting with Byron Center 15-9, 1215, and then falling to Forest Hills Northern 3-15, 3-15. In power pool play t was Forest Hills Central this time getting the best of the Scots, by the score of 14-16, 4-15. Then the Scots earned their second split of the day, by tying up Zeeland 6-15, 15-12. Caledonia got its first vic­ tory of the day when bracket play began. After dropping the first game to Northview 4- 15, the Scots responded by taking the next two games 15-6, 15-12. The day ended for the Fighting Scots with a 7-15, 5- 15 loss to the hosts from Jenison. � https://barrycountyhistoryportal.org/files/original/25/713/SunandNews_2003-01-14.pdf cb43ce2d566e5294cb9557a5e295bd2a PDF Text Text HMTIKGSP-’ICLIDRARY 121 J. . $j Yoik Hometown Newspaper Ser/ing Middleville ar.d Caledonia Areas No. 3/January 14, 2003 ______ Middleville, Michigan 49333_____________________________________________ 132st year Second community forum on artificial turf slated by Patricia Johns Staff Writer Thornapplc Kellogg Su­ perintendent Kevin Konar­ ska has scheduled a second community forum at 7 p.m. Wednesday, Jan. 22, to dis­ cuss the option of installing artificial turf in the Thornap­ ple Kellogg football sta­ dium. The meeting will be in the middle school cafeteria. Konarska will facilitate the presentation. He welcomes questions and comments from the audience. In a letter sent to district residents the superintendent reviewed the work the school board members are doing as they consider this option. The letter cited a passage from the ballot language from the September bond election. A "portion of the proceeds would be used for constructing, developing, and improving outdoor physical education athletic facilities." During the campaign to pass the bond issue, im­ provement was discussed, including an upgrade to the current soccer field. Addi­ tions would include bleach­ ers, lights and a public ad­ dress system.The drainage and field would be improved to meet Michigan High School Athletic Association requirements. The MHSAA also is re­ quiring that admission be charged at soccer games this year and varsity games will have to be played at night. Originally artificial turf on the football field was re­ jected because the cost for other high schools of $600,000 to $800,000 was considered prohibitive. Following the election, residents notified the district that there was a possibility of working with an artificial turf company willing to re­ duce the price considerably to get into the market in the Midwest. The estimate of $450,000 is in line with what the district had budg­ eted. “The turf option is exciting because both football and soccer kids would play in a 5,000-seat lighted stadium with no use limitations. With band students allowed to practice on the field, even more students would benefit." - TK Superintendent Kevin Konarska Athletic Director Mark Uyl has done considerable research and checked more than 35 references as the district has explored this op­ tion. The district learned that shifting soccer fields from one field to another main­ tains the original intent of Middleville Plan Commission OKs propsed bulk fuel facility by Patricia Johns Staff Writer A special use permit for a Crystal Flash bulk fuel facil­ ity in the Middleville Indus­ trial Park passed by a vote of 5 to 3 at the meeting last Tuesday night. Commissioner Michael Balsitis did not attend the meeting. This was a difficult deci­ sion for everyone on the board. Members listened carefully to presentations from Crystal Flash represen­ tatives. who detailed safety efforts, employment projec- tions and environmental pro­ tection. Dave Cigliano explained that Crystal Flash has been in the fuel business since the 1930s. Last year the com­ pany sold 31 of its gasoline stations to Speedway to con­ centrate on the delivery of home fuel oils and propane to residential and commer­ cial customers. The company has decided to consolidate its bulk facili­ ties to hub locations. The Middleville facility will serve a broad area. Crystal Flash is planning to close its The site plan for the proposed Crystal Flash bulk fuel loading facility includes both underground and above ground storage on the three acre site the bond issue and is allow­ able. No money from the bond issue for academic areas would be reassigned. Konarska's letter details the pros and cons of the arti­ ficial turf option. Caledonia, Hastings and Wayland facilities. While the site plan was not approved at this meeting to allow the full council to vote on the special use per­ mit at the Jan. 28 council meeting, the plan for the fa­ cility was discussed. This plan includes 120,000 gallons of under­ ground fuel storage and 30,000 of above grade pro­ pane. The plan also includes an area for residential tanks, an office building and an un­ der roof fueling area. If the special use permit is approved Tuesday, Jan. 28, the site plan will be dis­ cussed for approval at the February planning commis­ sion meeting. It has been designed for safety and with an under­ standing of nearby residen­ tial concerns. The plan eliminates as much as possible the need for trucks to back up. It in­ cludes buffer plantings. The company is willing to fence the entire property, even though the plan shows only the fencing around fuel loading areas The Michigan Depart­ ment of Environmental Quality has approved the plans, including an innova­ tive new enclosed building for fuel oil loading. The site includes safety shutoffs, See bdk fud fadty, pg. 5 No one knows how long the artificial turf will last. No one is sure how well the warranty will be honored. Konarska summarized the issue, "Staying with the original plan to upgrade the soccer field continues to be an excellent option since the costs and history of main­ taining natural grass are known." He also reminds residents that both the foot­ ball and soccer field would require re-seeding after im­ proving drainage and will not be available to be used until the new grass is ma­ ture. Athletes need to wait at least one season before play­ ing on new grass. “The turf option is excit­ ing because both football and soccer kids would play in a 5,000-seat lighted sta­ dium with no use limita­ tions," Konarska said. “With band students allowed to practice on the field, even more students would bene­ fit.” Enclosed in the letter to residents is a brief survey asking whether the reader supports installing artificial turf in the football stadium instead of upgrading the cur­ rent soccer field. Konarska asks residents to mail the survey with any comments to the administra­ tion building at 10051 Green Lake Road. Middleville 49333. Comments also can be sent to Konarska via the Internet at www.tk.kl2.mi.us/admmistrationbuilding/feedback . Thornapple fire station open house is tonight by Patricia Johns Staff Writer Thornapple Township residents will be asked in a special election Tuesday, Feb. 11, to approve a 10year bond proposal of $2,325,000 for a new fire station. To help explain the need for the new fire station, the township will have an open house at 7 p.m. tonight (Tuesday, Jan. 14) at the present fire station on High Street. The new building is projected to cost about $1,645,000, with the balance covering the cost of the property and site prepara­ tion. The building, as designed by Paradigm, has a hip roof which echoes the roof the old railroad depot. The new station includes an office area, a group meeting facil­ ity, enough room for all the equipment and space for the employees. The office area is on the upper level. Artist renderings of the new facility and the plans for the station will be on dis­ play tonight at the open house. TTES chief Mark Marentette said he is look­ ing forward to explaining the need for the station and talking about how the new facility will help provide better coverage of the area. ABOVE RIGHT: The site plan for the new Thomapple Township Emergency Services building was approved during the Middleville Planning Commission meeting Jan. 7. In This Issue TK schools to benefit from technology grants N. Rodgers extension plans on hold for now Developers seek more high density housing in Caledonia Thornapple fire station open house is tonight �Page 2/The Sun and News, Middleville, Ml/January 14, 2003 ‘Fresh Start’ for owners of Caledonia’s Monterey Grill by Cathy L. Rueter Staff Writer What better time of the year to discover the Fresh Start Cafe than the fresh starVof a new year. Bruce and Kerri Higgins, owners of Monterey Grille, say the Fresh Start Cafe is an extension of the grille. Housed in the grille’s for­ mer location at 9866 Cherry Valley, near the hardware store and 100th Street. Fresh Start is a breakfast and lunch restaurant. The restaurant business is nothing new for either Hig­ gins. Both Bruce and Kerri have been in the business before; one or the other has been in cither the service side of the business, managerial, all the way up to the ownership end. When it was clear that the former location of Monterey Grille, which has been open about two years, wasn’t go­ ing to hold them much longer, they looked for a larger location, still in the Caledonia area. “Wc grew a lot quicker than we thought,” said Bruce. But what to do with the old location? Fresh Start Cate was the answer. The new restaurant, which has been open about three months, gives Caledonia an­ other place to congregate for -L. ' r'f a good breakfast or lunch, as well as banquet facilities to rent for evening. It seems that the restau­ rant facility at the former lo­ cation for Monterery Grille was an easier setup for the breakfast and lunch crowd. The cafe is open from 6, 7, or 8 a.m. (depending on the day) to 2:30 p.m. Breakfast is served throughout the day with a lunch menu added af­ ter 10 a.m. The new location of Mon­ terery Grille, in the Glen Valley Retail Center, at 9175 Cherry Valley Road, still carries a varied menu. Though you'll find the typi­ cal all-American menu items available, you’ll also dis­ cover current food trends. “We keep up with what’s going on in Grand Rapids,” said Bruce. A banquet facility also is available at this location. The banquet portion pro­ vides room for a lot of par­ ties as it can hold up to 60 pat'ons. Monterey Grille offers in-house ca­ tering as well as full service catering to the community. Everything is available for takeout. And as an added bonus, they have special menus available for group parties, so it’s not limited to what the restaurant serves. The couple would like to see Monterey Grille and McCall, Simplicity and Kwik Sew Patterns 33% Off QUESTIONS ASK US 218 E State St, Hastings • 945-9673 Holst Cleaners PickVp Station I Fresh Start Cafe become household names. They want their customers to know that they’re going to be treated “like Grandma would take care of them.” They consider their res­ taurants to be very family friendly. “It’s an open envi- New name, new sign, new menu, same owners. The Fresh Start Cafe, in the former Monterey Grille location, caters to the breakfast and lunch crowd. 1 ■- . I -J# ___ • - —- ■ The new location of Monterey Grille can accommo­ date more customers as well as offering takeout and a banquet facility (seen in the background). ronment where we welcome everybody,” said Bruce. Business people, young adults, families, even the lone diner seem to feel com­ fortable in the restaurants as you will often see any num­ ber of the combination. A future goal is to possi­ bly open restaurants in other small towns. They like the small town feel. “We like the local interaction with the same people you see daily,” commented Bruce. But that goal is being put on hold for the time being as the Higgins’ launch another project. The couple, who have been married for 2 1/2 years, are expecting their first child in February. Come join ADULT EXERCISE CLASS Tuesday and Thursday 10:00 AM - 11:00AM (No experience necessary) At There’s certain to be no shortage of backup laps for the new little Higgins to oc­ cupy when mom and dad are busy — most everyone in town knows one or the other. Kerri has lived in the Caledonia area her whole life and graduated from Caledonia High School. Bruce, who is originally from Middleville, graduated from Thornapple Kellogg, but has worked or been a business owner in the area for a number of years. The couple has had a lot of positive response to both restaurants. , “We give all the praise to our customers. They made us what we are,” said Bruce. With the hours that'they work, they admit “we couldn’t do it if it wasn’t for being able to interact with our customers.” When they were compli­ mented on the care that their Bruce and Kerri Higgins are putting future goals for Monterey Grille and Fresh Start Cate on hold for a short time as they will soon be welcoming a new little Higgins into the Monterey Grille family. employees gave to a patron 2:30 p.m., Saturday 7 a.m. with special needs, Bruce to 2:30 p.m. and Sunday 8 said with a big grin, “That’s a.m. 2:30 p.m. The cafe can the way they were trained.” be reached at 891-8275. But on a more serious note Monterey Grille is open he finished, “That’s one of Monday-Thursday 11 a.m. the biggest reasons (people to 8:30 p.m., Fiiday and Sat­ come back) - our employ­ urday Ila m to 9 p.m. and ees.” Sunday 11 a.m. to 2:30 p,m. Fresh Start Cafe is open The grille can be reached at Monday-Friday 6 a.m. to 891-2928. Village Players of Middleville $5 present ? Occupation: Murder' February 14, 15, 21, 22, 28 and March I 'bbj Street (Just e/.st o? AJ MIDDLEVILLE. Ml 49333 FOR MORE INFORMATION PLEASE CALL NMddleX/illa \nn 795-3640 for reservations 522.50 per person �The Sun and News. Middleville. Mi/January 14. 2003/Page 3 24 Hour Challenge returns to Middleville for third year The National 24-Hour Challenge will be held on Saturday and Sunday June 14-15, 2003 at Thornapple Kellogg High School in Middleville. This is a personal best, on road, bicycle ride that tests endurance and determina­ tion. Cyclists set goals and try to achieve them at this event held annually on Fa­ ther's Day weekend. Partici­ pants ride with bicyclists from all over the US. In 2002, riders from 26 states and Canada rode 90, 992.1 miles. Since 1983, 1,577.528.8 miles have been completed. The event is hosted by the Rapid Wheel­ men Bicycle Club. There arc 22 single bicy­ cle classes for men and women, ages 18 to 70+. There arc 3 tandem classes: male, female and mixed. There are 2 recumbent classes: single and tandem. Beginning al Thornapple Kellogg High School, bicy­ clists ride through Barry County on open roads shared with motor vehicles. There arc 3 loops on the route. Loop One is 125 miles and is ridden first. Ltx>p T wo is 22 miles and is ridden as many times as can be completed before 8 pm. Loop Three, the night route, is 6 miles and is ridden as many times as can be com­ pleted by 8 am. The Thornapple Kellogg High School Sports Boosters Club holds a Friday night Spaghetti Dinner. June 13, 5:30 pm to 9 pm which is open to the community -- $6 per person at the door. On Saturday morning, 6 am to 8 am, the organization holds a pancake breakfast which is open to the com­ munity - $5 per person at the door. All proceeds go to the THKS Sports Boosters Club. This is an opportunity for the community to meet the cyclists they will see ride through the community. There is a traditional bag­ pipe band sendoff, on Satur­ day morning, at the 8 am start. Entry is limited to 500 bicyclists. Entry closes one week prior to the event, on June 7, or when the limit is reached. Awards are presented on Sunday morning at 9 am. at Thornapple Kellogg High School. Many volunteer opportu­ nities are available and vol­ unteer training sessions are held two weeks before the event. Sponsors for the 24 Hour Challenge include: Spartan Stores. McDonald's of Cale­ donia, Coca-Cola. Rayovac. Casio, Nightsun. Princeton Tec, Velocity, Kryptonite, Park Tool. Siegel Jewelers. DeFeet Socks, Nature Val­ ley Granola Bars. Kool Chevrolet, NES Worksafe, and Auto Telephone Center. Area bicycle shops provide technical support. For more information, contact John or Diane Obermeyer, 616 241-1969, via email at 24hc@aol.com or visit the website at www.n24hc.org Beatrice Adgate MIDDLEVILLE - Beat­ rice Adgate. age 81. of Mid­ dleville. passed away Wed­ nesday. Jan. 8. 2003 at Met­ ropolitan Hospital. Grand Rapids. Mrs. Adgate was bom on Oct. 28. 1921 in Grand Rapids. Mich., the daughter of Charles and Agnes (Frary) Crapsey. She was raised in Grand Rapids. MI and attended South High School. She was married to Roy H. Adgate on Dec. 1, 1939 in Grand Rapids. MI then moved to Middleville where they retired. They spent the last 20 years in Florida each winter. Beatrice enjoyed going to flea markets, visiting neigh­ bors and picking oranges, tangerine* and grapefruit from their trees they planted together. She enjoyed reading, cro­ cheting and teaching her grandchildren how to bake and garden. She loved to gather with family during summer pic­ nics and loved to laugh with and play little jokes with the grandchildren and children. Beatrice had a good life and was always helping others. MILLER MEANS... Middleville & Gun Lake Area Office 317 Arlington. Middleville, Ml She is survived by a son. 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Currently meeting at: Emmons Lake Elementary 8950 Kraft SE, Caledonia Rev. Dennis Ross Church: (616) 868-4725 UNITED METHODIST CHURCHES Middleville - Parmelee Parmelee Momrg Worship 930 am MddevUe Morning Worship Sunday School (Addts) Nursery - Gode 5 Sr - Sun Evening Jr High - Godes 6-8. Wed Evening 1100 a m 9 45 am. 1100 a m 600-800 pm 600-7:30 pm Ret Lee Zach man Church Office Phone - 795-9266 COMMUNITY Lakeside Community CNurcH A Place for Famth & Friends 6201 W hunev v die Av enue Aho CHRISTIAN REFORMED Contemporary Worship 9:30 a m Sunday School for All Ages 10 45 am Evening Worship 6:00 p m Pastor Roger Buhman • Church Office: A68-0391 www Lakesaiecommunity org ConiHiuiiitv of Christ Leighton Church 8146 68th St Wednesday 6:00 P.M. Evening Prayer phone 795-2370 or MS-9327 Vicar - Rev. David T. Hu stwick WAYFARER 250 Vine Street (M-37 to Emmons to Vine Sund.ii Sctooi • "■ tt.c lellowshtp 10 30a m (Nursery available throughout' ----- —---- - I IC ■ XC *---------■------- 1 11:00 A.M. Holy Communion 1664 N. M-37 Highway Middleville. MI 49333 • 945-1555 Located near the comer of M-37 and McCann Service Times: Sunday School................................................... 9:45a.m. Morning Worship....................................11:00 a.m. Evening Worship.............................................. 6:00p.m. Youth Group:............................. 6:00 p.m. Sunday Midweek 7:00 p.m. Wed. 9:30 a.m. Thurs. A CALEDONIA fT UNITED METHODIST January 12 - 1st Sunday after Epiphany “The Spiritual Blessings of Giving" s.... x 8:30 a m and 1100 *.m Syndai SucYict Tiffin 9:15 A.M. Morning Prayer (Holy Communion 2nd Sunday) www.StPaulCaledonia.org Wayland. Ml 49348 • 795-7903 Meeting you. your friends, and your family - right where you 're at - through: ‘fa—* . 2415 McCann Rd. (In Irving) Rev. Tom DeVries, Pastor - 795-9901 GUN LAKE COMMUNITY CHURCH 12200 West M-179 Highway (Chief Noonday Road) Kraft Avenue at Johnson Street Saturday Evening Mass ... .5:00 p.m. Sunday Mass . .9:00 a.m. & 11:00 a.m. 708 W. Main Street Morning Worship Service Sunday School Evening Worship Service Middleville Good Shepherd Wesleyan Church Lutheran Church Rev P Adants Phone 891-8440 Church Office: (616)891-1512 M-37 at 100th St. MIDDLEVILLE CHRISTIAN REFORMED sessions will be posted out­ side the high school guid­ ance office Friday, Jan. 17. For more information, call the driver education hot line at 795-5400 extension 6253. Please direct all questions to the hotline number. Located in Leighton Township Corner of 2nd Mrvct and 142nd Avenue sundn Uumng Wbciup AJO aw Tradojnd 1115 a a Geaemporan Sundn Sd»d for All Age> ® Sanin E^cwngScmre 500 pjn FW Fhendts he-Schoal-kh 6 30 pm Adak Bfoie Sturh - Wedasdn 6.30 pm MT TOWXSESD tan • VMMOTvon. wmwtawr <616> B91-H028 • e mail net M-37 between Middleville & Caledonia Sunday Worship: 8:30 a.m. Traditional 11 a.m. Contemporary 6 p.m. Praise/Bible Study Nursery & children’s activities dun ng all services. Programs for ail ages. For more intormauon: (616) 891-8119 or www peacechurch.ee Cumput fin JpomSty nJ Senna Redeemer Covenant Church —Lighting Up Lives for God— Sunday Worship 930 am Chnstian Education Hour 11XX) am Wednesday Family Night 5:45-8:00 pm Pastor Paul M Hillman Youth Pastor Band Enkson 6951 Hanna Lake Awnue. Caiedonu 61fo698^j01 redeemer^isenjiet www.tedetmetctnenant. arg 4 mtwihr dthr [umgeied Canwnmt Omchts of Amma CHURCH Finding the Way Together! An informal, contemporary church committed to our community. Sunday Worship is at 10:00am in Caledonia Middle School's cafeteria. Everyone is welcome! Pastor: Rev Josh Blunt Contact our Dutton office at (616) 65-65-WAY Check our web site www. * gyfgrercc.org WHIT NE WILLE BIBLE CHURCH 8546 Whffneyvttie Ave at 84m St • 891-8661 “The Church where everybody is somebody. and Jesus is Lord" Meeting at Caledonia High School 5x00/ Schoo; 9 30 am. Sroay Mornxg Woahp 1930am Mee«rg a» cnopei on Whdneyvfe Ave Sunday Evening WorsNp 6QQ p m Wea ^ay* 4 Boe Study 7 00 p.m. «ev thorcs >-<5 • *ev Kort 9osn*c*. Assoc °o$tor Aeoste w-.^eyrtieotbe org �The Sun and News. Middleville. Ml/January 14. 2003/Page 5 Food Bank distributions Jan. 14, 28 in Middleville Local #1002 of the United Auto Workers union is of­ feringhelp for the hungry in the Middleville area On two Tuesdays this month, Jan. 14 and Jan. 28, union members will be dis­ tributing free food to those in need. The distributions will take place at 5 p.m. at the UAW Hall at 295 Wash­ ington St. in Middleville. The food distribution is a collaborative effort among the Food Bank of South Central Michigan (SCM), UAW Local #1002, the Middleville United Method­ ist Church and the Barry County United Way. It is part of an ongoing initiative the local and the Food Bank of SCM started in Mid­ dleville last summer. During the summer months, the Food Bank pro­ vides fresh foods at no cost, made possible by the influx of fresh food donations and funding received from the Barry County United Way and the Barry Community Foundation. After the summer months, Local #1002 has made fi­ nancial contributions so that the distribution can continue and the Middleville United Methodist Church has con­ tributed food from its pan­ try. For each distribution. members of Local #1002 drive to the Food Bank warehouse in Battle Creek to pick up the food and vol­ unteers from the union and the United Methodist Church organize distribu­ tion. “Many may think that the problem of hunger couldn't exist in a community the size of Middleville," said Teresa Bilek of the Food Bank of South Central Michigan. “John Anderson and other volunteers who have helped with the distri­ bution know this isn’t true." Each distribution in Mid­ dleville has fed, on average. 88 individuals. Combined with the two other Barry County distributions, in Hastings and Delton, more than 900 Barry County resi­ dents could have received food during a given week. “You may be asking yourself, what could happen to make so many people need assistance with food?” Bilek added. According to the Food Bank’s local tie in to the Hunger in America 2001 study, many factors could play a role. 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More information about the Locks of Love program is available at locksoflove.org. Hevboer can be reached at 795-1268. I I I I I I I I I I I I I I I I I I I I I I I I Dykstra told the board that once the ordinance is approved, he will provide grading services (not the ce­ ment or installation) to the village for future sidewalks. “We want to make it pos­ sible for everyone to be safe," he said. The commission also ap­ proved the site plan for the proposed fire bam on Rail- road Street. The design ech­ oes that of the depot, which will be saved as well as some of the brick pavers. Because the business pre­ sented to the planning com­ mission is increasing, the members will be discussing having two meetings a month and maintaining the 9 p.m. ending time. Outgoing mail with large checks stolen Three checks, one as large door was open, there was no as $46,000. were stolen mail in the box and the flag when three pieces of outgo­ was still up." The woman contacted the ing mail were taken from a mailbox in the 8000 block of Middleville post office and Timber Creek Road in Yan­ learned that her mail carrier kee Springs Township Dec. did not leave to begin the 31. according to the Hast­ mail route until 11:20 a.m. “So. she noticed the mail ings Post of the Michigan missing before her carrier State Police. Troopers said the victim left for her route." said placed the mail in the box Schradei. “The neighbors the night of Dec. 30 and that were contacted and there the mail was still there the were no witnesses and there morning of Dec. 31 when arc no suspects.” No other mail was re­ she left the house at 10:40 ported stolen, Schrader said. a.m. “The Hastings post office “The mail box appeared to be undisturbed with the was notified in case of a flag still in the up position,” similar incident,” police said Trooper Barry said. The incident remains un­ Schrader. “When she re­ turned at 11:15 a.m., the der investigation. 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Fire extinguishers The study, she said, re­ are located throughout the vealed that of the more than facility as well as spill con­ 59.500 individuals served by tainment. the Food Bank. 39% are Residents were concerned children under 18. 13% of about increased truck traffic, the adults served are senior noise and fire. Residents of citizens and the average Cider Mill Village, a manu­ household income was factured home community, $10,816. also were concerned that it “The distribution will was located within 375 feet continue for as long as fund­ of their homes. ing allows,” said Anderson, Other concerns were UAW Local #1002 Presi­ dent. “Right now we are whether the bridge over the waiting to hear of funding Thornapple River could ac­ that will allow the distribu­ commodate the increased tions to continue through truck traffic and the weight February. We don’t want to of the vehicles. Crane Road see any of our neighbors go is not a Class A road, but Dave Dykstra, owner of the2 hungry.” Lyn Briel, district director industrial park, will improve the road if this addition is for the Barry County Ameri­ can Red Cross, said. “The approved. The village has also ap­ Hastings distribution has been able to continue plied for a grant to upgrade throughout the winter, the final part of Grand Rap­ thanks to many generous do­ ids Street. Planning Commissioner nations made by individuals Rick Winans told an audi­ in the community.” ence of residents that “this The Hastings distribution decision effects us all.” is held every Wednesday at Ray Peters said he was 9 a.m. at the First United concerned that residents of Methodist Church. the area are already affected Anyone interested in sup­ by Bradford White and this porting the Middleville food was an addition of traffic distribution may make a do­ noise. nation to the Food Bank of Eldon Newmyer, chair­ South Central Michigan and man of the Planning Com­ designate it to go to the local mission, voted in favor of effort. The donation will be the special use request, say­ credited to that account. A ing that Crystal Flash had secured donation can be met the requirements of the made at the Food Bank’s zoning. website at www.foodAfter the meeting, Dyk­ bankofscm.org or by send­ stra told the commission that ing a check to: Food Bank he did not think that upgrad­ of SCM, P.O. Box 408, Bat­ ing the status of Crane Road tle Creek, MI, 49016. to “A" would require the The Food Bank of South elimination of many trees, Central Michigan is com­ but he was willing to work memorating its 20th anni­ with residents concerned versary this year. Over the about this. past 20 years, it has distrib­ Even though the commis­ uted more than 60 million sion had passed its tradi­ pounds of food to the hun­ tional ending time of 9 p.m., gry in the eight counties it approved a new sidewalk served, including Barry, ordinance and sent it to the Branch, Calhoun, Hillsdale, Village Council for ap­ Jackson, Kalamazoo, proval. This ordinance is the Lenawee and St. Joseph. result of cooperation of The Food Bank is a committees from both the United Way agency, a mem­ commission and council. ber of America’s Second Harvest, the nation’s largest domestic hunger relief or­ I ganization. and the Food I Bank Council of Michigan. I To learn more about the I Food bank, visit its website I at www.foodbankofscm.org. -D FREE MARKET ANALYSIS 891-2222 �Page 6/The Sun and News, Middleville, Ml/January 14. 2003 TK schools benefit from tech grants by Patricia Johns Staff Writer The technology compo­ nent of education is getting a boost from grants supporting new equipment. But more important, teachers are tak­ ing steps to integrate the new technology into their classrooms and student ac­ tivities. This year Susan Brummel, elementary technology coordinator for the Thomapple Kellogg School District, was one of the recipients of a $4,000 Classroom Per­ formance System. She was one of the competitive grant winners in a program by Edutck Midwest, Inc. and the Kent Intermediate School District. The grant provides one classroom set of wireless hand held devices and nec­ essary support materials. The CPS is an easy to use infrared response system that obtains immediate feed­ back from every student in nology parapro. will assist in training and the develop­ ment of the videos. The goal is to introduce students and staff with a wide range of multi-media learning opportunities as a result of this grant. The vid­ eos which are created will be shared throughout the district. Ruger will discuss the success of this project at an upcoming statewide MACUL conference. She is continuing a tradi­ the classroom. Teachers cre­ ate objective or subjective questions, which students respond to with their indi­ vidual response pad. This CPS process can be used either during class dis­ cussions or in quiz situa­ tions. The CPS will also grade quizzes in a matter of seconds. Brummel hopes this sys­ tem will help elementary students and teachers de­ velop new and exciting ways to share information. Angie Ruger, district technology specialist, is the recipient of a Michigan As­ sociation of Computer Users and learners grant. Ruger will use the grant to set up a video work station at one of the elementary buildings where staff and students can check out a video camera, make curriculum based vid­ eos and broadcast them on the district’s intranet. Brummel and Marianne Fritcher, elementary tech- tion of having TK staff speak at MACUL confer­ ences. Middle school teach­ ers have been discussing ways they integrate technol­ ogy in the classroom at sev­ eral meetings this year. Gail Stewart, technology coordinator at the middle school, said she is excited about the way teachers use video cameras, design les­ sons around Internet re­ search and find ways to keep students excited about learn­ ing. Students of Character nominated at TKHS Rogers-Bates exchange vows Kelly Bates and Jason Katie Taylor, friend of the Rogers were united in mar­ bride. Best man was Joseph riage on July 27. 2002 at Scott, friend of the groom. Grace Lutheran Church. Parents of the couple are Groomsman was Tom Pelly, Rita Bates and the late Owen friend of the groom. Flower girl was Megan Bates and Jan Rogers and Benedict, niece of the bride. the late Michael Rogers. Ushers were Jeff Bates Matron of honor was Margaret Foster, friend of and Rick Needham. the bride. Bridesmaid was Each semester students at Thomapple Kellogg High School are nominated by staff members in the follow­ ing areas of good character: trustworthiness, respect, re­ sponsibility, fairness and caring. Each staff member has the opportunity to nominate five different students, one in each category. The follow­ ing students were selected for the fall semester because they stand out in each respective area. This project was devel­ oped by the Chamber Education Committee. It is just one of the ways charac­ ter education is discussed at the high school. Trustworthiness - Sabrina Bunn, Rachel Clinton, Jes­ sica Dcemter, Carolyn Ehmry, Liz Erway, Kristin Fredenburg, Keith Fuleki, AJ Heidt, Scott Highway, Jessica Jones, Brett Knight, Ryan Lavich, Andrea Lon­ don, Jordan McCormick, Jill McDuffee, Tricia Nelson, Manin Nunez, Heather Punt, Sarah Rhoby, Phil Strong, Courtney VanEck, AJ Walsh, Heather Westra, Lindsey Wisniew-ski. Respect - Billy Bird, Clay­ ton Bohley, Kurt is Bray, Scott Brown, Kyle Fletke, Jessica Foote, Matt Goit, Frankie Griffith, Martin Holub, Edwin Jovani-Cubas, Alexandra Kelly, Jason Kuiper. Desirae Mathews, Jordan McCormick, Adam Mejeur, Marvin Nunez, Nick Otto, Kristie Pratt, Marcos Sanchez, Kathleen Our cruise line has matured nicely. It’s our prices that refuse to grow up. Steb. Andrea Tagg, Danny Thompson, Cliff Tomson. Laura Weingartz, Tyler Wenger. Responsibility - Maria Aubil, Kristen Brady. 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Caring - Sabrina Bunn, Jen Burks, Amber Coffman, Megan Dutcher, Jessica Flaska, Mary Elaine Foster, Cody Garvey, Faith Gibbs, Erin Jager, Chelsea Matousek, Jim Moored-Sanford, Chad Noffke, Marvin Nun­ ez, Kaleigh Page, Emily Porter, Alex Robinson, Pat Slawson, Holly (senior) Smith, Latisha Smith, Rach­ ael Steorts.Tabetha Strait, Tif-fany Thaler, Edwina Valdez, Scott Vanderwood, Justin VanSpronsen, Lori Wasikowski, Danielle Wellington. AA & AL-ANON MEETINGS Carntvafs prices indude vtrtuaBy everything - fabulous meaH. Veps-styte shows. fnend^r casinos and CamrvaTs pampering Service And with a wide cho»ce of crurse vacations to all the most popular destinations its your best vacation value At prices bke these, you can't afford to stay home 7 Nights from s449* S Premier Travel & Cruise -W S54-0311 MS »■ •• Caledonia - 100th and M 37. A A meets Tuesdays 6:30 a.m.; and Saturdays 10 a.m. Open Discussion Meeting. (Al-Anon meets Tuesday and Thursday at noon.) 9964 Cherry Valley #3, Caledo nia. Contact Jem R. at 4379452. Monday, Friday, noon, 9669 Kraft Ave.. Holy Family Church, AA open meetings. Tuesday and Thursday 5:30. (TFN) 4 generations celebrate another Christmas together Starting with great grandmother June LaVergne. grandmother Clairenda Whitten. Middleville. Christine Whitten mother and daughter Arianna Whitten. Detroit. It’s very special having all my children home for Christmas. June has two other daughter and a son, David. Having us all together hasn’t always happened Daughter Karen spent 11 years of Christmas’s in Kenya flying hot air balloons. June lives with daughter Tracy in Caledonia. This years was special’ 5 generations Great Grandma Sharon Schondelmayer, Grandpa Mike Schondelmayer, Great Great Grandmother Doris Apsey; mom, Rebekka Schondelmayer and baby, Autumn Krul. �The Sun and News. Middleville. Ml/January 14, 2003/Page 7 TK grapplers topped twice at Trojan duals The Japanese National Wrestling team gathers together for a photograph during their visit to the TK Middle School. (Photo by Patricia Johns) Takahashi nears a pin by twisting up the Trojans Dayne Fletke. (Photo by Brett Bremer) Yoshida tries to put the Trojans Brian Cuneo down easy before scoring a quick technical fall. (Photo by Brett Bremer) Chippewa Valley’s var­ sity wrestling team stole the thunder at last Saturday's Trojan Duals, in Mid­ dleville, by taking first place with a 4-0 day. The Class A Big Reds topped both Lakewood and Middleville on the day. Lakewood finished second going 3-1, and Middleville third at 2-2. The Trojans two wins came over Portland and Cedar Springs. Is VOH I’ IRA an q underF achiever • We offer a free sen ice that can closely estimate what your IRA could 1m‘ worth at retirement. If it s not achieving the results you want, I II show vou all of our available IRA Call or stop by today. Drew McFadden OlSSCbetrj V»ilo A*e SB. Suite t Catatonia. Ml 49?lt> Bus siswi-im Toil *91 Edwardjones Just Say AH Meet Dr. Jennifer Battiste, primary care physician, along with life long Caledonia resident Leon VanderLaan, PA-C, at the Caledonia Office of Advantage Health. Vanderlaan ou and look forward to m mily providing you and yd sive with personal, compre health care services. Pat McKeown hangs on and tries to stretch out his Big Red foe, he’d have to come down and try again, but finally scored at pin at 4.52 to keep the Trojans close. (Photo by Brett Bremer) It was a tight contest be­ tween the Trojans and the Big Reds, with Chippewa Valley’s final two wrestlers holding the Trojans to deci­ sions for a 34-32 victory. A pin by the Trojans’ Alec Belson at 215, tied the match early at 6-6, but Chip­ pewa Valley went on to take the next four flights to take a 25-6 lead in the contest. A technical fall by Mike McKeown, a 9-4 decision by Josh Bowerman, and backto-back pins from Pat McKeown and Kyle Fletke got the Trojans a momentary' lead at 26-25, but it only lasted 2:28 into the 145 match where Middleville’s Brian Cuneo was pinned. Shane Shepherd failed to es­ cape in the second overtime at 152 for TK. and the Big Reds had their final points of the match. Dayne Fletke and Andrew Reeder wrestling in the final two flights furiously fought for points and both won their matches, but couldn’t erase the eight point Chip­ pewa Valley lead. The loss was the Trojans second of the da>. when TK went up against Lakewood, the Vikings came out on fire taking a 33-0 lead w ith a de­ cision agd five straight pins. By the time Mike McKe­ own, Bowerman, and Pat McKeown scored wins for the Trojans at 125, 130, and 135 it was too late. 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Here are the verses through “5 Golden Rings' which did get tangled a few times. by Patricia Johns Staff Writer How should teachers par­ ticipate in a traditional week before Christmas celebra­ tion? Teachers and other staff members at Thornapple Kel­ logg High School last week created a hilarious rendition of “The 12 Days of Christ­ mas" at the end of the an­ nual pre-holiday assembly. The money raised during the week of activities will be distributed after school comes back in session, but students who were at the as­ sembly should have great memories of the “calling bird with the most raucous squawk,” the geese a laying, maids a milking or the steps performed by the ladies dancing. Once school reopens on Jan. 6, everyone will be seri­ ously hard at work preparing for the end of the semester, but for 10 minutes on Dec. 20, creativity and fun were not just the purview of stu­ dents. 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The roof fell in mid-way through the first period when the Huskies scored twice just 50 seconds apart to jump out to a 3-0 lead. But Cal-Lowell was not go­ ing down without a fight. The "Caledonia Connectio.i" ot things going. Ted McCoy passed the puck out in front of the Husky goal, an air­ born Corey Kelly got enough of his stick on the puck to deflect it into the goal. With the first period com­ ing to a close, Cal-Lowell struck again. Red Arrow player Josh John scored on a nice passing combination from McCoy and Eric Aus­ tin. The first period came to a end with the visitors on the short end of a 3-2 score. Forest Hills Northern struck first in the second pe­ riod when net minder Dave Maylone lost sight of the puck in a mad scramble in front of the net. Josh John got his second goal of the night when a Husky player was whistled off for a roughing infraction. 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Cal-Lowell kept the pres­ sure up but could not find the equalizer. Northern struck next to go out in front 5-3. Things got real inter­ esting when Cal-Lowell closed the gap to one with just two minutes to go in the game. Brandon John teamed up with his brother Josh and McCoy to score a power play goal. The Red Arrows pulled goaltender Maylone for the extra attacker but were un­ able to find the elusive tying goal. Dave Maylone turned in a strong game turning away 32 Husky shots, while the Northern goaltender made 17 saves. Trojans fall in tight battle with Bulldogs Cary Middlebush led the Trojan varsity volleyball squd in kills and digs in its first O-K Blue match of the season, a 2-1 loss to Byron Center. The Trojan varsity volley­ ball team dropped its first OK Blue contest of the sea­ son, last Thursday. The Byron Center Bull­ dogs won a close battle, 1215, 15-10, 13-15 over the Trojans. Rachel Clinton and Melisa Potts ran the offense well for the Trojans with 12 and 9 assists for the pair. Cary Middlebush put down 11 kills for TK to lead them in that category. Ra­ chel VanderMeer recorded 5 in the contest. Middlebush and VandcrMeer led the team in digs with Middlebush saving 21, and VanderMeer had 18. Trojan senior Megan Dutcher, still recovering from a sore ankle and the flu chipped in with six kills. This week the Trojans face Blue foe number two when they visit Belding on Thursday, Jan. 16. On Satur­ day, Jan. 18 the Trojans will be part of the 12-team Cale­ donia Invitational beginning at 9 a.m. Larry Hawkins, M.D., Begins Seeing Patients at Gun Lake Office Larry Hawkins, M.D., who has been a physician in the Emergency Department at Pennock Hospital for the last 13 years has returned to family practice. Dr. Hawkins began seeing patients at Gun Lake Family Medicine on January' 6, 2003. Dr. Hawkins became an active member of the Pennock Hospital Medical Staff in 1975 and was an original partner in Thomapple Valley Physicians. Dr. Hawkins is board certified in family practice and welcomes both new and existing patients. For more information, or to schedule an appointment call Gun Lake Family Medicine at (269) 672-9898. Gun Lake Family Medicine 77 124th Ave., Shelbyville (269) 672-9898 Pennock SERVICES ... www .pennockhealth.com �Page 10/The Sun and News. Middleville. Ml/January 14. 2003 N, Rodgers extension plans on hold for now by Ruth Zachary Staff Writer Extending North Rodgers Drive in the Glen Valley commercial district north to the edge of village property will not happen unless Cale­ donia Village officials deter­ mine that a street connection to the property boundary is needed at some future date. Caledonia Village Plan­ ning Commission Chairman Al Niles last Tuesday read a letter from First Companies, stating it will not seek an amendment to the Glen Val­ ley Planned United Devel­ opment (PUD) at this time. “As the village continues to develop its plan for the land to the north, we will re­ main cooperative in regard to the street extension," the letter said. An amendment was needed in lot 10 of the northern commercial district if the street was to be built. Owner Jerry Baker said he wanted to purchase some of the village property in ex­ change for putting the street through. Village officials were not ready to consider this possibility, but they asked to leave the street op­ tion open by leaving space in the area for a street. Lot 10 is to be developed for use by Dr. Gary Scott. Because no amendment was sought, all that is required for this construction to occur is a technical engineering re­ view regarding the supply lines to the lot. The engi­ neering approval has been provided by Wilcox Engi­ neering. In another Village Plan­ ning Commission business last week: • Glen Valley Estates pre­ liminary plat approval was granted for phase No. 5. This area includes lots 148189 to add 42 more sites to the PUD in the northwest corner. Some homes will back up to the property where the sewer treatment facility is located at the north and others will abut the school properly near the transportation/bus facility and Emmons Lake Elemen­ tary School. Alanada Drive will extend and connect with Costner Drive. Preliminary plans require engineering approval. The process requires two steps, one a review by the Plan­ ning Commission, another review by the Village Coun­ cil and final plat approval by the council. All improve­ ments must have been ap­ proved at this final stage. Drainage, retention areas and public utilities have been planned already for the entire PUD. Street comple­ tion, sidewalks and utility connections are to meet final engineering and other stan­ dard department approvals. At one time a drive was planned to be located be­ tween two lots at the west side of the development for the purpose of making a street connection with Kraft Avenue a possibility. It was explained by Plan­ ner Mark Sisson that the school had since placed the bus transportation facility in such a way as to make such a street impossible at that point. Other options were explored, but the only one that seemed practical was to plan for a future connector to be constructed along the boundary of village property near the sewer facility. It is not known if any future con­ nection is possible between the village property and Kraft. Because of these changes, the street provision by the Glen Valley developer seemed unnecessary, though no formal amendment re­ leasing the agreement was made, Sisson said. However village officials hoped at least a walkway to the schools might be an op­ tion. Village Manager Sandy Ayers said the easement for a walkway to the west boundary through phase 5 w as agreed to. This could be a sidewalk or only a right of way. She said the schools had been consulted as to the best WELCOME TO A NEW YEAR! Allow KCC to help you make 2003 your most productive year ever... Attend college locally, conveniently, and at surprisingly affordable cost at the Fehsenfeld Center near Hastings. Day and evening class sections are available in numerous curricular areas, beginning on or after January 13th. I Anatomy Physiology Business Computers Human Services Biology Communications History Humanities Philosophy Psychology Sociology And many others. There is still time to enroll, but you must act NOW’!! (269) 948-9500 location for the path to be approval, and a more de­ ings also are specified. In placed. A letter from the tailed landscaping, lighting addition, the master plan is schools indicated no path and sign plan be provided to be reviewed once a year, as of Jan. 8. by changes in w as planned on school prop­ and implemented. • Bylaws for the planning state law. erty. A signature and date are A space between lots 71 commission were discussed, and 72 were selected as the and a decision tabled until to be affixed to the minutes most logical place for a foot­ next month. Three of the of planning commission path. Wells said the children commissioners were absent, meetings which are given to commonly use this area for making the issue of a quo­ the council, and the commis­ walking to the elementary rum questionable. Revisions sioners are to report annu­ school, even though no ac­ of the bylaws were to be re­ ally with a synopsis of the viewed next month, and in­ previous year’s actions. tual path has been created. • During public comment, Planning commissioners clude input by the other resident Mike Maviglia re­ thought further efforts commissioners. The definition of a quo­ minded commissioners that should be made to allow the Ameritech. now known by a schools to at least designate rum or majority vote was to new name, has a deadline of a better place if they did not be included in the bylaws. March 31 to have sound Some distinctions be ­ want a proposed path to be mitigation measures put in set at that point on the tween majority decisions in boundary. However, want­ the processes for regular place, which are to lower the sound levels to 50 decibels ing the right of way to be an business and the process for option, they agreed to place approval of a master plan at night. In the winter the the easement between lots were noted. These details fans that cool the system do 71 and 72, so that construc­ are to be included in the not run. so it is not a prob­ lem. tion could go ahead in the next draft of the bylaws. White pines have been Sisson explained recent development. Paving of the footpath changes in statutes pertain­ planted, and the walls may or may not be com­ ing to local government re­ around the cooling units pleted, although the ease­ quire either five, seven or have been raised. Some nine members serve on the landscape improvements ment will be indicated. • Dr. Robin Vaughan was planning commission, for have been made. Additional given permission to develop communities of less than acoustic changes, louvers phase two of her commer­ 5,000 people, at the choice and vents were yet to be in­ cial office space in Glen of the Village Council. stalled. Recent work has Valley. The site plan is Larger units require nine been on the generator. Mavi­ planned to replicate the ex­ members. Eight members, as glia said. Ayers said she had called isting building, but at a right are serving now, is not an them, but not recently. Rep­ angle to it on lot 8. When option, he said. Six of nine members resentatives are slow to re­ the first building was con­ structed in 1995, the plan for would constitute a quorum, spond to requests to solve a second building was in­ as a two-thirds majority is problems. Maviglia asked that com­ cluded, to occur at a future required in certain cases. Sisson said the Open pany representatives be in­ date. The building will have Meetings Act allows posting vited to the next February 7,100 square feet of floor emergency meetings for as meeting to remind them of area to be used as medical little as 18 hours before a the details required by the and dental offices. The sec­ meeting. The posting could March deadline. Maviglia has agreed to ond building will meet the be placed on the outside of serve on the Fourth of July minimum setback require­ the building. Committee, and asked for Usually both the village ments. Attorneys have agreed that more than one and township place notices other residents to become building is allowed on one in the newspaper a good involved to help the commu­ parcel in the commercial deal longer than that prior to nity event be the best possi­ a public hearing. Specific re­ ble. area. Landscaping, parking quirements for public hearspaces, drainage, lighting and signage are all to be consistent with the plan for the entire lot. There are ev­ ergreens on the west side to screen the area from the housing development behind it. Screening is required for the commercial area as a In order to provide more election. buffer. New schedule for Cale­ convenient hours for its Karen Wells commented patrons, Kent District Lib­ donia Branch Library: Tues­ that trees had been planted rary has increased the open day, noon and 8 p.m.; along the boundary on the hours at three of its branch­ Wednesday, noon to 8 pjn.; commercial side but said es, effective as of Jan. 1 Thursday, 9:30 a m. to 5 more evergreens needed to The hours added in 2003 p.m.; Friday, 9:30 a.m. to 5 be added to the deciduous will affect the Caledonia, p.m. and Saturday, 9:30 a.m. trees already growing there Spencer Township and and 5 p.m. For more information to make the screening more Walker branches. These add­ effective. itional hours meets promises about the hour changes, Conditional approval was made to voters during the please call the Kent District given subject to engineering time of the 2000 millage Library at 784-2007. Caledonia library extends hours JB HARRISON INSURANCE AGENCY COMPETITIVE AUTO RATES y Hastings Mutual 18$ > wwwiamng^tual-can Daniel Urich 6090 Alden Nashr Alto Judy Harrison 868-0050 �The Sun and News. Middleville. Ml/January 14, 2003/Page 11 Developers seek more high density housing in Caledonia the general development for commercial development build along the corridor. He by Ruth Zachary plan from highway commer­ along the corridor, including did not want to change the Staff Writer “This is not the nineties. These big cial to high density residen­ a generous setback from the master plan in response to Jim Steketee's informal box (stores) are not going to happen. tial. east of a highway com­ highway. The Highway what each developer wants, proposal for a high density mercial band along the west Commercial area would be and leave a 200-foot wide This country’s going on a diet, development on the west side of M-37. This plan re­ about 600 feet deep. HC commercial strip along Mside of M-37 across the whether we realize it or not.” configured the original zon­ zoning would also permit 37. street from another multi­ He said he didn't want ing. changing the commer­ office buildings Planner use project he is planning Caledonia become like Al­ cial proportion from 1200 Dave Zylstra said. was discussed by the Plan­ - Jim Steketee feet deep to about 300. The depth of the Broad­ pine Township, with "way ning Commission at its Jan. The area involved in the moor commercial corridor too many apartments." 6 meeting. Commissioner Duane proposed change west of M- overlay is 300 feet from the Represented by Don De­ Gunnink said the township 37 comprised 49.67 acres. center line. Groot of Exxel Engineering, other developers, there is leased units, would house Bujak said he wanted to master plan had designated Although the layout was the presentation was made definitely a big change com­ two to eight families. Steketee said if the idea similar to previous plans, know the impact of addi­ what was thought to be a without elaborate drawings ing." In the past, some "big box was approved, construction this Stoneridge plan featured tional high density housing balance of uses for the area, beyond showing the parcel on the local school system. and provisions had already location west of M-37 be­ stores" of the 1990s have planning would begin right 4.4 housing units per acre. Commissioner Don been made for multi-family Though the developer was tween Kraft and 76th Street been up to 30 acres with a away, and he and Deppe three-acre building and in­ also would be working given the rezoning, the high Koopmans agreed the big housing. Having enough to the south. chain stores are drawn to commercial to balance this The development would cluding surrounding parking across the street in the Ston­ density recently granted in high density areas. He said was better for the commu­ be planned on 27 acres. and auxiliary structures. eridge development concur­ Stoneridge still remains at rently. He said sewer and four units per acre, in spite as populations increased, nity. he said. Steketee's proposal would Steketee said a Wal-Mart more large stores would He reminded Steketee the divide the parcel into two was about the biggest. The water is available now. of a proposal for 4.4 units come. commissioners had just ap­ uses, with a narrow band of decision is made by a big Drainage is toward the per acre. Though rezoned But, he said, the master proved a change from com­ commercial use on M-37 company based on the sur­ north, with a drop of about for high density, the Plan­ ning Commission has not planning process had in­ mercial to high density in 15 feet from south to north. and high density residential rounding residential area. yet raised the density for cluded high density areas, Stoneridge. He said the mas­ Deppe pointed out, that "They count the rooftops, condo apartments on the and citizens had made clear ter plan had advised the that category of housing. rest. It has been approved and that's how they deter­ high density housing is al­ Planning Commissioners they wanted to keep a rural whole parcel be commer­ ready designated across the for four entrances, two on mine the size," he said. were interested in what atmosphere in Caledonia cially or industrially zoned. Steketee said he once street west of Kraft. This M-37 and two on Kraft. high density Steketee reasoned that Steketee had in mind for without The parcel is located in an hoped to sell to one of these area is a manufactured hous­ both the commercial area throughout. Of course, they commercial development area already rezoned for big stores, but now he is ad­ ing development, and repre­ knew densities would be would not happen in Cale­ and the residential. commercial use and in­ vocating more housing, sents the highest density al­ donia until the housing was They were not sure what higher where there was wa­ cluded in the master plan for which would one day justify lowed in the township. The depth for a commercial belt ter and sewer, he said. "But 1 there to support it. that use. To designate a part more commercial develop­ change would simply mean "This is not the nineties. . along M-37 would be re­ believe what we have in of it for high density, with ment along M-37 like that of extending an existing den­ These big boxes are not go­ quired. Across the street in high density areas right now 6.2 units per acre as pro­ oth-r areas in Grand Rapids. sity to the north, he said. ing to happen. This country's Stoneridge. 300 feet was al­ is what people want to see." posed by Stckctee, it would He said he believes Caledo­ High density is generally He encouraged Steketee gonna go on a diet, whether have to be rczoned, either nia had already captured the defined as four units per lowed, but as Commissioner we realize it or not. for that use or as a planned strip mall potential for the acre in the township, and Wally Bujak expressed, an to wait to see what the fu­ unit development (PUD). township. effort in the master plan was ture brought in terms of that density would have to See developers, page 14 Some restaurants and fast be revised by the Planning Stckctee made an extento have consistent standards larger companies wanting to sive case for the township food restaurants have shown Commission for this pro­ zoning for smaller commer­ interest in Steketee's com­ posal to be allowed. The cial areas, rather than larger, mercial areas. only exception to the density The housing described for is for mixed use, manufacexplaining all the big chains are downsizing plans for the residential area would be tured/and mobile home new outlets, such as two and three bedroom housing, which allows up to Menards and Meijers, cut­ townhouse-style condo 6.2 units per acre. Higher ting the size from one third units, with one and two car densities are already allowed garages. Each unit would in some areas of the town­ to one half. "From now on in. we're have two entrances and be ship, thus exempting the moving into a new millen­ split level or two story with township from providing nium of sizes. The profit­ a basement. The smaller such densities to all areas. Exceptions are apartments ability of larger companies floor plans would be about 1,038 square feet and the located near Whitneyville like Home Depot are even Like insurance from Pioneer State Mutual. cutting their sizes down. The largest would be 1,737 and 68th Street, and in the big boxes that we once envi­ square feet. They would rent village with eight units per • Comprehensive coverage for homes and vehicles. generally at about $815 to acre, and greater density in sioned when we worked on • Discounts for insuring both your home and car. $1,200 per month. The con ­ another development the land use previously, in my opinion and in talking to dos, which could become granted in a consent judg­ • Quick claims response and sound advice. ment. This area, however, is ft’s the wav insurance should be. designated for home owner­ ship, and not rental/lease STAUFFER & WIGGERS INSURANCE AGENCY units as proposed by Steketee. 612 E. Main St. • Caledonia, Ml 49316 Another proposal brought 616.891.9294 on Sept. 9 for Steketee's other development across M-37 isked for amending was planned for the utility by Ruth Zachary structure. Neighbor Dorothy Staff Writer Merriman expressed no ob­ The Caledonia Township ♦ 4 Planning Commission nomi­ jections to the request dur­ ing the public hearing. nated and elected officers St. Paul Lutheran was Jan. 6 to the positions they given approval to put an ad­ previously held. Archie Warner will con­ dition on the Kraft Avenue tinue as chairman. Rick Par­ church. The materials used ent will serve as vice chair are to match those in the ex­ isting building. Adequate and Duane Gunnink will continue to perform secre­ parking would be placed in the rear. Existing drives and tarial duties. Warner thanked the com­ drainage systems would be missioners for selecting him used for the addition. The Golfside Meadows and thanked them for the hard work they have done Planned Unit Development A (PUD), a development by over the past year. .WHITE] Three individual requests Paul Emerson located south [NITE 1 Early Morning & Evening Appointments Available were approved in record off 76th Street between Pat­ terson and Kraft, was time by the commissioners. Conveniently located on M-37 in Caledonia Earner Curran How ard of granted an amendment that (Right on the way to orfrom work) would improve the storm Alto was given permission for an accessory building of and dram design for lots 58 1728 square feet on 84th through 63 and to increase Street. His intended use was the sizes of all lots to con­ storage of extra vehicles, form to the tow nship's mini- | < and he said no business use mum lot sue requirement. / Some things are meant to be a certain way... Caledonia Twp. planning officers remain the same Christopher J. Hier, 616-891-1240 General Dentistry for Children & Adults - NEW PATIENTS WELCOME - dental care in a relaxed friendly atmosphere. Your Smile The First Thing People See! �Page 12/The Sun and News, Middleville. Mt/January 14. 2003 Yankee Springs tables Pleasant Valley proposal by Patricia Johns Staff Writer The definition of the word “preliminary” was a sticking point for the Yankee Springs Township Board Thursday when Cedar Realty brought a preliminary Planned Unit Development (PUD) pro­ posal. To insure what approving the plan would mean, the board tabled the issue until its meeting next month to buy time to get legal opinion of the meaning of “prelimi­ nary.” Cedar Realty had pre­ sented two preliminary plans for residential development last month to the Yankee Springs Planning Commis­ sion. Aftger a sometimes in­ tense discussion and review of the two plans, the com­ mission approved the pre­ liminary plan for a 90 sin­ gle-family PUD. with 32 single-family homes and 48 town houses. About 70 percent of the site at the corner of Patter­ son Road and M-179 is left in common space and a sig­ nificant stand of trees has been left on the properly. Several residents of the Archwood area brought con­ cerns to the board about the development. Residents said they fear increased trespass­ ing. as residents of the new development will want to get to the lake. They are ask­ ing for a fence. The developers said they do not believe that a fence is the best option for the prop­ erty. However they are seek­ ing the preliminary approval so they can go forward with getting the necessary per­ mits from the Michigan De­ partment of Transportation. Barry County Health De­ partment and the Michigan Department of Environmen­ tal Quality. Don Dawson brought sev­ eral concerns to the board as well. While Dawson said ap­ preciates the work that has gone on since 1998 when the development was first proposed with a significant reduction from the original 127 housing units and a change from the road access to Patterson and M-179 from the interior streets, he wanted the board to be aware of neighboring resi­ dents' concerns. Dawson said he’s worried that the woods will be har­ vested so that they will not provide a barrier. He was as­ sured that the trees, except for maintenance, pruning and removal of dead trees, would remain once the pro­ ject begins. The discussion of security fencing is important to resi­ dents and Dawson contends that there will be conflicts between new neighbors with those in the established neighborhood close to the lake. Dawson also said he is concerned that even after a final PUD plan is approved, the common area could still be built on. He was assured by the developer and the trustee Mary Cook that any changes would have to come before the board for ap­ proval. Yankee Springs will have their attorney and consulting planner review the prelimi­ nary request. In another matter, the board was told that the “Barlow Lake Bucket Brigade” and Thornapple Township Emergency Services are do­ ing a good job of keeping the township safe. The CHARTER TOWNSHIP OF CALEDONIA COUNTY OF KENT, MICHIGAN PUBLIC NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that the Planning Commission of the Charter Township of Caledonia will hold a public hearing on January 20, 2003 at 7:00 p m., at the Caledonia Township and Village Hall, 250 South Maple Street, Caledonia, Michigan, concerning an ordinance to amend the Zoning Ordinance of the Charter Township of Caledonia The amending ordinance amends Chapter xvii of the Township Zoning Ordinance, covering the planned mineral removal (PMR) district, and the principal provisions of the ordinance are as follows 1. PMR lands. Operations for removal of sand, gravel and other minerals may take place only on lands zoned in the PMR district, lands eligible for PMR rezonlng must be in the A or the R-R district. Lands in the R 1, R-2 or R 3 district, or within 500 feet of those zones, may not be rezoned to the PMR district. 2. PMR ADDllcatlons. Twelve copies of a PMR plan must be submitted for pmr rezonlng Among other matters, the pmr plan must Identify all watersheds, streams and other watercourses, whether on or off the removal site, which may be affected by the PMR operation Copies of logs of existing water supply wells on the PMR lands and adjacent lands must be submitted Proposed routes for the hauling of mineral material must be specified. 5 Site Rehabilitation Plan. The ordinance amends the required components of the site rehabil­ itation plan The plan must include a description of all potential adverse effects on the groundwa­ ter table, copies of reports analyzing the effect of pmr operations on the underground water sup­ ply must be submitted 4. PMR Operations, pmr operations must be located not closer than 500 feet from any occupied dwelling located on non PMR lands, unless the Township permits a closer location. While PMR openations must be at least 500 feet away from any R-1 R-2 or R 3 lands they may be located up to 100 feet away from any lands zoned in the A or R-R district PMR operations may occur without setback from the boundary line if the adjacent lands are zoned pmr and if they are owned by the owner or operator of the pmr lands 5 Phased Mineral Removal Not more than 21 acres of land may be authorized for pmr opera­ tions at any one time, within an overall PMR operation Of this number not more than one-third Is to be used for site preparation not more than one third for mineral removal and not more than one third for site reclamation at any one time Each completed phase must be inspected and approved by the Township before the operator proceeds to the next phase Failure to obtain such inspection and approval prior to commencing work on a subsequent phase is a violation of the pmr permit and the zoning ordinance 6 Pumping of Materials. On any PMR lands no oumping of stumps concrete asphart discarded materials or any other materials or debris not associated with PMR operations is permitted 7 Buffering of PMR Impacts Tne buffering of PMR operations by means of landscaping Perming and the like is required during PMR operations and as a part of site rehabilitation Such buffering may be required to obscure the view of PMR operations and to moderate noise resulting there­ from 8 Hours and Pays of Operations, pmr operations are limited to the time between 7 oc a m. and 600 p m. Monday through Friday but minor equipment maintenance work can take ptace on Saturdays from 900 a m to not later than 3 00 p m but such maintenance worn may not generate noise which carries beyond the PMR lands The Planning Commission may place additional itmita tions on hours or days of operation 9 Other Matters, ah entrance and exit roads to and from a pmr operation must be securely gated, gates must be locked when operations are not occurring A performance bond with an approved surety is required An annual surveillance fee of 3 cents per ton of mineral material removed must be paid to the township but n any event, the fee snail not be less than $5 000.00 annually The surveillance fee is to be used for reimbursement of Township expenses resulting from consideration of a pmr application and review ana surveillance of the pmr operation out any amounts not so used are to be refunded to the applicant if a greater amount of such expenses is anticipated by the Township the applicant is to deposit such additional amount, after notice from the Township There are also amendments m the pmr renewal provisions “bucket brigade” recently extinguished a fire on Pal­ mer Road before the fire trucks arrived. TTES also needed only 14 minutes to extinguish a fire on Kiser Road from the time they were dispatched. The board approved bids for loose and rescue equip­ ment for the new fire appa­ ratus, which will be deliv­ ered later this year. Loose equipment includes hoses, nozzles, hand tools and ladders for the new en­ gine. tanker and brush truck. The bid of $21,675.15 from Time Emergency was ap­ proved. Rescue tools for the new engine from Genesis include “Jaws of Life” and other equipment which will match that on the other TTES equipment. This way staff will know how the equip­ ment works. The cost of this equipment is $29,903 and the township is still within the budget estimates pre­ sented when the TTES con­ tract was negotiated. The first piece of new equipment, the brush truck, should be delivered in Feb­ ruary. Clerk Jan Lippert an­ nounced that Tim Hamelink, the owner of the Gun Lake Marina, proposes to install 700 linear feet of board walk and 700 feet of rip rap shore protection from the Depart­ ment of Environmental Quality. Any resident who would like to express an opinion during the 20-day DEQ comment period before Jan. 22 can look at plans at the Yankee Springs Township offices. The Planning Com­ mission also will review the DEQ request with the plans that were approved for the condominium development on the site. In other planning busi­ ness, the board concurred with the Planning Commis­ sion’s recent decision to deny a rezoning request from agriculture (three-acre lots) to rural residential (one-acre lots) for property along Norris and Shaw Lake roads from Kay-D Develop­ ment. Residents from the area told the board that they wanted the area to stay in the agricultural zoning des­ ignation. Planning Commission member Frenk Fiala told the board the commission would be discussing improving the terminology so that the word “agriculture” doesn’t neces­ sarily mean “farming,” when it comes to zoning. The board also asked zon­ ing administrator Ken Wor­ sham to discuss with the township attorney a request by Evan Seifert for a gravel crusher on his property. There is some concern that this is not an ongoing gravel Ail interested persons may attend the pubtec hearing and comment on the proposed amend­ ments in the PMR chapter written comments concerning me proposed amendments may be sub­ mitted to the Township Office at the above-stated address up to the time of the pubtec nearing Dated December 24 2002 PLANNING COMMISSION OF THE CHAPTER TOWNSHIP OF CALEDONIA 305 Call 945-9554 to place an ad in the Sun l News. with the development of the pit. It was reported that 111 township park. Cook will do some re­ building permits totaling more than $8,000,000 of search on possible recycling value were issued during the options for the township. Barry Coupty Commis­ year 2002. During the same year. 100 residential site sioner Clare Tripp will work plans were approved by the with the township to set up a date for one of the six com­ township. The Barry Community mission meetings that will Foundation presented a be held in the evening this check for $3,000 to help year. COMBINED NOTICE NOTICE TO PUBLIC OF NO SIGNIFICANT IMPACT ON THE ENVIRONMENT AND NOTICE TO PUBLIC OF REQUEST FOR RELEASE OF FUNDS applicant village of Freeport 209 State Street Freeport. Michigan 49525 616-765-3808 DATE PUBLISHED January 14, 2003 TO ALL INTERESTED AGENCIES, CROUPS AND PERSONS: On or about January 30, 2003. the above-named village will request the State ot Michigan to release federal funds under Title I ot the Housing and Community Development Act of 1974 (PL 93-383) tor the lol lowing project PROJECT TITLE Munn Manufacturing Infrastructure Project PURPOSE Water System Improvements to Support Plant Expansion LOCATION Village of Freeport, Barry County, Michigan ESTIMATED COST $ 1.120.800 (of which $350.350 will be fund ed through this program) FINDING OF NO SIGNIFICANT IMPACT It has been determined that such request tor release of funds will not constitute an action significantly affecting the qualify of the human envi ronment and accordingly the above named Village of I roeport has decided not to prepare on Environmental Impact Statement (EIS) under the National Environmental Policy Act of )969 (PL 91 190) The reasons for such decision not to prepare an EIS are as follows 1. Construction will be of limited areal extent from the vicinity ot the existing water tank and within road right of ways along State Street to the southeast properly line of Munn Manufacturing 2 No work will be conducted in wetland areas or across inland lakes or streams 3. Air quality issues will be limited to those normally associated with road and small building construction, and care will be taken to minimize creation of dust An Environmental Review Record respecting the proposed project has been made by the above-named village which documents the environ mental review of the project and more tally sets forth the reasons why os EIS is not required. The Environmental Review Record is on tile ot the above address and at the public library and is available for public examination Copying upon request is available ot the Village of Freeport office between the hours of 1 and 5 on Mondays No further environmental review of such project is proposed to be con ducted prior to the request for release ot funds PUBLIC COMMENTS ON FINDING All interested agencies, groups, and persons disagreeing with this deci sion ore invited to submit written comments tor consideration by the Village of Freeport to the Village Office on or before January 29, 2003 All such comments so received will be considered and the village will not request release of federal funds or take any administrative action on the proposed project prior to the date specified in the preceding sen fence RELEASE OF FUNDS The Village of Freeport will undertake the project described above with the Community Development Block Grand funds from the State ot Michigan under Title I ot the Housing and Community Development Ad of 1974 The Village of Freeport is certifying to the State of Michigan that the Village of F'eeport and Timothy D Fish in his official capacity as President consent to accept the jurisdiction ot the federal courts if on action is brought to enforce responsibilities in relation to environmental reviews, decision making, and action, and tha* these responsibilities hove been satisfied The legal effect of the certification is that upon its approval the Village of Freeport may use the Block Grant Funds and the state will have satisfied its responsibilities under the National Environmental Policy Ad of 1969 OBJECTIONS TO STATE RELEASE OF FUNDS The Stale of Michigan will accept an objection to its approval only if it is on one ot the following bases (a) that the certification was not in tod executed by the certifying officer or other officer of applicant approved by toe State at Michigan, or (b) toot the applicant's environmental review record tor the project indicated omission ot a required decision finding or step appt .cable to the project in the environmental review process Objections must be prepared and submitted to the State ot Michigan Michigan Strategic Fund, Community Development Block Grant Program, Victor Office Center, Third Floor, 201 North Washington Square. Lansing, Michigan 48913 Objections to the release of funds on bases other than toose stated above will nor be considered by the state No objection received otter February 14, 2003 will be considered by the state Timothy D Ftsh. President VHloge of Freeport 209 Slate Street keeport. Michigan49325 �The Sun and News. Middleville. Ml/January 14 ^nno/Parw* 13 AN ORDINANCE TO AMEND THE ZONING ORDINANCE OF THE CHARTER TOWNSHIP OF CALEDONIA THE CHARTER TOWNSHIP OF CALEDONIA ORDAINS (Scotsmoor Site Condominium Planned Unit Development) Section 1 The Zoning Ordinance of the Charter Township of Caledonia is hereby amended by the amendment of Section 4 2 thereof, the Zoning Map so as to rezone the following described lands from the R-1 Low Density Single Family District to the PUD Planned Unit Development District in accordance with the Final Development Plan of the Scotsmoor Site Condominium Planned Unit Development subject to all of the terms and con­ ditions of this Ordinance The East 950 4 feet of the Southwest 1/4 of the Northwest 1/4. Section 29 and that part of the East 950 4 feet of the Northwest 1Z4 of the Southwest 1/4 of said Section 29 which lies north of the cen­ terline of Johnson Street, except the East 197 feet of the South 186 feet thereof and also accept the West 350 feet of the South 166 feet thereof Town 5 North. Range 10 West. Caledonia Township, Kent County. Michigan In the case of conflicts or discrepancies between any part of the Final Development Plan and the terms of this ordinance, this ordinance shall con­ trol Section 2 The rezoning of the above-described lands to the PUD Planned Unit Development Distort in accordance with the Final Development Plan of Scotsmoor Site Condominium Planned Unit Development (the "Development") is expressly subject to all of the following terms and conditions (1) Development Plan. The Scotsmoor Site Condominium Planned Unit Development shal' comply m all respects with the Development Plan of the Development The Development Plan includes the Final Development Plan having a last revision date of November 15, 2002, except as to any matters which have been modified, deleted or otherwise amended by this ordinance The final approved version of the Development Plan shall be authenticated by the signature of the Township Supervisor (2) Land Uses. The Development shall be designed, laid out and used for only 76 detached single family dwellings, together with permitted res­ idential accessory uses. The lands comprising the Development may be established on a site condo­ minium basis, subject to compliance with Township site condominium requirements and the Michigan Condominium Act (3) Lot Areas; Site Access. (a) The boundaries of the Development and the layout and dimensions of all of the units therein shall be as shown on the Development Plan (the "Plan”). The Development shall be constructed in four phases Phase I shall comprise Units 1-25, together with the private street providing access thereto and the public utilities to serve such units Phase II shall comprise Units 26-42, together with the private street or streets providing access there­ to and the utilities to serve such units. Phase III shall consist of Units 43-61. together with the street or streets providing access thereto and the utilities to serve such units Phase IV shall consist of Units 62-76, together with the street 01 streets providing access thereto, and the utilities to serve such units The references in the revised plan to the numbers of units included in Phase II and the numbers of the units included in Phase III shall be corrected and a revised plan submitted to the Township (b) Access to the Development shall be from Johnson Street as shown on the Plan (c) Each of the dwellings, within each of the units in the Development, shall have the fol­ lowing minimum building setbacks Front Yard 30 feet Side Yard 7 feet but the side yard on the street side of a comer lot shall be at least 20 feet wide Rear Yard 25 feet (d) Each condominium unit shah be at least 75 feet wide at the minimum required building setback line (e) Dwellings shall have the minimum floor area specified tor the R-2 Medium Density Single Family District (f) There shah be use and occupancy restric­ tions pertaining to the units in the Development to be submitted tor review and approval by the Planning Commission The restrictions may be set forth in a separate Declaration of Restrictive Covenants or they may be included m the Master Deed tor the srte condominium In either instance the restrictions shall be subject to the approval of the Township Attorney pnor to recordmg as to form and consistency wth this ordinance (g) White this ordinance approves the rezonmg of the above-stated lands n accordance with the Plan development plans of Phase II. Phase III and Phase IV of the Development shall each be submitted to the Township at such time as these phases are respectively ready to be considered for final approval and the Planning Commission shall then consider srte plan approval of these phases consistent with this ordinance and the zoning ordinance That pad of the Development Plan comprising Phase II, Phase III and Phase IV shall comply with all requirements for a PUD plan (4; Streets (a) The streets within the Development shall be hard surfaced and constructed m compliance with the Plan (b) The streets in the Development shall be pri­ vate streets, and shall comply with all Township private street requirements (c) The entrance of Scotsmoor Drive off Johnson Street shall be subject to the approval of the Kent County Road Commission A copy of the Road Commission permit approving the entrance oft Johnson Street shall be submitted to the Township office (d) Sidewalks shall be installed across the street frontage of each of the units in the Development, along all of the streets shown m the Plan The sidewalks shall be installed by the owners of the various units in the Development, at the time a dwelling is con­ structed on each respective unit The side­ walks shall be four feet in width AH sidewalks shall be completed pnor to the issuance of a certificate of occupancy for a dwelling on the respective unit, but if because of inclement weather a sidewalk cannot then be con­ structed the certificate of occupancy may nevertheless be issued, but in that event the sidewalk shall be completed as soon as weather conditions permit (5) Sanitary Sewer Service and Water Supply. (a) Every dwelling in the Development shall be connected to the public sewer prior to occu­ pancy No private sewage disposal system shall be permitted within the Development The necessary sewer mains, laterals and other appurtenances necessary to collect and transmit sewage from the units in the Development shall be installed according to Township specifications, at the sole expense of the Developer, and dedicated to the public upon completion All aspects of the sanitary sewer system shall be subject to the approval of the Township Engineer (b) The applicant shall obtain Township approval of the connection of the units in the Development to the public sanitary sewer system, under the terms of the Township Sewer Connection, Use and Rate Ordinance All other aspects of the design, installation, operation and maintenance of the sanitary sewer system within the Development shall comply with the terms of said ordinance (c) Domestic water supply to all units within the Development shall be provided by means of the public water supply system, within the time specified for connection under the terms of the applicable Township ordinance (6) Surface Water Drainage (a) The drainage of surface waters shall be accomplished by an enclosed storm sewer system including a storm water detention area as shown on the Plan, or as shown on a separate storm water drainage plan. There shall be drainage easements and other drain system features as shown on the Plan or on a separate drainage plan (b) The use of the surface water drainage sys­ tem in the Development ard the discharge of waters from the storm sewer system and other elements of the surface water drainage system shaH be accomplished so as to have no significant adverse effect upon the lands m the development or upon adjacent or nearby lands or surface waters, by reason of erosion pollution or otherwise (c) The storm water detention area the enclosed storm sewer system and other sur­ face water dranage faculties shall be subject to the approval of the Township Engineer (d) The surface wate< detention area and other storm water drainage faabbes shall be regu­ larly maintained so as to ensure their proper operation at al times (7) Utilities Natural gas service etectncai serv­ ice telephone and cable televisor service to the Development shal be by means of underground faculties (8) Soil erosion and Sedimentation Control In the construction and use of the Development the apphcant shal comply in aS respects with any required sort erosion and sedimentation control permit A copy thereof snail be submitted to the Township (9) Garbage and Refuse Disposal Garbage and retuse disposal wd be accomplished by private contract in compliance with any Township requirements AH trash garbage and refuse Shan be kept in a garage or other fully enclosed area except for short periods of time reasonably necessary to permit the removal thereof by garbage and refuse haulers (10) Landscaping. (a) Landscaping shall be provided and main­ tained in accordance with a landscaping plan to be submitted by the applicant and subject to the approval of the Planning Commission At a minimum, the Developer shall provide trees of at least four feet in height when planted, a distance of 10 to 15 feet apart, at specified locations within the Development to be determined by the Township Planner, or alternatively, as determined by the Planning Commission The trees shall con­ sist substantially of evergreen trees, though a small number of deciduous trees may be included, and existing trees shall be pre­ served where such trees can be incorporat­ ed as a part of the landscaped buffer stop (b) The landscaping shall serve as a buffer between the lands in the Development and the adjoining lands, so as to obscure the view from the adjoining lands At such time as the Township Planner, or the Planning Commission, determines the appropriate locations for the planting of the required trees, these locations shall be set forth on a revised site plan or on a separate landscape plan, and the same shall be submitted to the Township office (11) Outdoor Lighting. Outdoor street lighting shall be installed at the expense of the Developer Street lights shall be designed and placed so as to minimize the glare of lighting onto adjacent lands At least one street light shall be placed at the intersec­ tion of Scotsmoor Drive and Johnson Street The outdoor street lighting fixtures shall be shown on the as-built plan and shall be installed at the time the streets are constructed (12) Signage. There may be an identification sign for the development, to be located near the entrance of Scotsmoor Drive, off Johnson Street The size of any such sign and all other aspects of the sign shall com­ ply with the sign requirements of the R-2 District. No other signs shall be permitted, except in accordance with the sign provi­ sions of the Township Zoning Ordinance Stop signs shall be installed as follows at the intersection of Scotsmoor Drive and Johnson Street; at the intersection of Scotsmoor Court and Scotsmoor Drive, and at the intersection of Scotsglen Court and Scotsmoor Drive, all as shown on the Plan Each of the streets in the Development shall be identified by a street name sign County approval of street names shall be obtained. (13) Fire Protection. The design layout and construction of the Development shall be reviewed by the Township Fire Chief as to matters of public safety, emergency access and sufficiency of the fire protection water supply, if any The recommendations, if any, of the Fire Chief on these matters shall be complied with by the applicant unless oth­ erwise provided by an amendment m this ordinance (14) Open Space. The areas within the Development that are to be set aside as open space shall be so designated on the Plan The Plan shall also include other information indicating the use, if any, of the designate open space areas Except for permitted uses thereof the open space areas shall be maintained in a natural state and shall not be used for improvements or other development In the Master Deed or in a separate recordable Declaration of Restrictive Covenants the use of the open space areas wrthm the Development shall be limited as stated in this ordinance and no development shall be permitted therein, except as stated m this ordinance (15) Other Matters. Al other aspects of the Development not specrhcaiy covered by this ordinance Shafi comply wrtn the mini­ mum requirements tor the R-2 Medium Density Single Family Residential District (16) Site Condominium Approval. (a) The Development shall comply with Section 3 46 of the Zoning Ordinance pertaining to sue condominiums (b) The applicant shafl submit a detailed state­ ment of the general common elements of the srte condominium as the general common elements are or wirt be described r the Master Deed The applicant shall also submit the use and occupancy restrictions of the condominium, as such restrictions are to be included m the Master Deed and condomini­ um bylaws, together with such other informa tion as may be requested by the Planning Commission and Township Board, in con­ nection with their evaluation of the srte con­ dominium (c) All provisions of the Master Deed and con­ dominium bylaws shall be consistent with this ordinance The Master Deed shall pro­ vide that any amendments m the Master Deed and condominium bylaws, if not con­ sistent with this ordinance, shall be subject to the approval of the Planning Commission and Township Board, in the form of an amendment to this ordinance after required public notice and public hearing (d) A copy of the proposed Master Deed and the proposed condominium bylaws shall be sub­ mitted to the Township Attorney tor the Attorney s review and approval, ^insistent with the terms of this ordinance, prior to recording with the Register of Deeds (17) Performance Guarantees (a) Before commencing any construction m the Development, the applicant shall deposit with the Township an executed performance bond or letter of credit, in form and with con­ tent satisfactory to the Township, in an amount deemed satisfactory by the Township Engineer, conditioned upon the applicant s timely and faithful performance nt all of the requirements of this ordinance, the Township Zoning Ordinance, the Township Building Code and other applicable law. ordi nances and regulations, provided, however, that if said amount of performance bond or letter of credit should subsequently be deemed insufficient by the Township, by rea­ son of costs incurred or to be incurred by the Township from the amount of the bond or let­ ter of credit, then the applicant shall prompt­ ly upon request deposit with the Township an amended or subsequent performance bond or letter of credit in such additional amount as the Township may require Such amend­ ed or additional bond or letter of credit shall be in form and with content satisfactory to the Township, and shall be upon the same conditions as are required for the original bond or letter of credit (b) From time to time, as components of the Development are satisfactorily completed, the Township, by motion or resolution of the Township Board, may release or discharge appropriate portions of the amount secured by the performance bond or letter of credit (18) Findings by the Township Board. (a) The Township Board hereby determines that the Plan complies with the provisions of the Township Zoning Ordinance and promotes its intent and purposes The Township Board further finds that the Development, upon construction and use in full compliance with all of the terms and provisions of this Ordinance and the Township Zoning Ordinance, will be compatible with adjacent uses of lands, the natural environment and the capacities of public services and facilities affected by the Development (b) The township Board further determines that the Development will be consistent with the public health, safety and general welfare (c) The conditions set forth herein with regard to the Development are determined to be those conditions which are necessary to insure that public services and facilities affected by the Development will be capable of accommo­ dating increased public service demands caused by the Development to protect the natural environment and to conserve natural resources and energy, to insure compatibility wth adjacent land uses and to promote the use of land m a socially and economically desirable manner (19j Enforcement The Township may enforce the provisions of this Ordinance and appli­ cable provisions of the Township Zoning Ordinance (including Section 23 5 thereof) Budding Code and other ordinances laws and regulations to the extent and in any manner provided by law Any violation of the conditions of this Ordinance shaH be a violation of the Zoning Ordinance subject to the same penalties as provided therein (20) Effective Date/Publlcatlon. This Ordinance shall become effective seven days after the publication of a summary of rts provisions in a local newspaper of gen eral circulation 306 �Paqe 14/The Sun and News, Middleville. Ml/January 14. 2003 Developers, continued from page 11 Students started out tentatively during a month long exploration of roller skating at Lee Elementary School By the time of their fun day on Dec. 20. they were all whizzes Lee students spend a month on skates by Patricia Johns 1’1 BUSHINS NOTICE: AH rrnl tiutr advertising in this news paper it wtyeci In the Fair Housing Act and the Michigan Civil Righis Act which collectively make it illegal to advertise "any preference. ItmtlMion or discrimination based on race, color, reli­ gion. set. handicap, familial status, national origin, age or martial status, or an intention, to make any such prefer ence. limitation or discrimination" l armhal status includes children under the age of II living with parents or legal custodians, pregnant women and people set unng custody of children under II This newspaper will not knowingly accept any advertising for real estate which is in violation of the law Our readers are hereby informed that all dwellings advertised in this newspaper orc available on an equal opportunity basis To report discrimination call the fair Housing (enter at 616-451 2980 The HUD toll (tee telephone number for the hearing impaired is 1-800-9279275 Staff Writer Students at Lee Elemen­ tary School have learned that physical education is more than just team sports, dodge bail and calisthenics. Teacher Joanne Desy worked with the Michigan Association for Health. Physical Education. Recrea­ tion and Dance and the Lee Parent Teacher Organization to create a learning experi­ ence that had all the students at Lee up on roller skates. Desy worked with the Skatetime company. She discovered that this com­ pany would rent enough in­ door skates for the program HOURS: M-Th 5ain»9pm; Fri. 5aiii-8pin Sat. 8am-2pni; Sun.9am>3pm at Lee. They also delivered and picked up the equip­ ment. These skates did not damage the gym floor. So last month students were learning how to glide, stop, turn and have fun. Stu­ dents did not have to pay anything to participate in this program since the PTO funded the costs not paid by the grant from MAHPWRD. “Skating provides a vari­ ety of benefits which in­ clude balance, coordination, motor skills. Students also had a top rated cardio-respiratory workout, Desy says. Students got to show off their skills at a skating party at the Kentwood FunSpot on Dec. 20. “Students really loved this activity,” Desy says. “I cannot thank the PTO enough for allowing stu­ dents to have this wonderful experience. It was such a success,” concludes Desy. CaU 945-9554 for Sun & News classified ads 9175 Cherry Valiev, Ste. K Caledonia, 891-2994 Clearly You Will See The Difference (Quality Auto Glass 110 Johnson St. • Caledonia • 616-891-0150 Mobile Service • Direct Billing of Insurance • Certified Technicians Complete Auto & Truck Glass Service "There s No Substitute for Quality ’ --------------------------------------- A Division Of ED'S BODY SHOP OF CALEDONIA, INC. Complete Collision Service • Autos & Trucks 110 Johnson St. • Caledonia, Ml 616-891-0150 ANOTHER GREAT HOME TOWN SERVICE "To create commercial, maining in what we have you need people to come to mapped out?" Zylstra thought there the commercial. Without people living in the vicinity, would be enough He said commercial zoning had been you will not be successful." Deppe agreed, "With two- designated from 100th Street acre homesites, the commer­ to 92nd Street as well as the area designated as Highway cial won’t happen." Steketee said there were Commercial. He said he did open areas along M-37 north not think there would be of Caledonia. He said stores pressure for a lot of com­ had built up near Caledonia mercial development along because that was "where the M-37 for as much as ten years, and that a lack of rooftops were." Steketee seemingly does commercial land would not not believe that if you build have immediate negative it. the corporations will impact. Commissioner LeiLani come, as he once pro­ claimed. when he advocated VanLaar said she wanted to commercial and industrial be conservative, and would zoning along M-37 during want to do more research on the master planning process. it. Commissioner Matt MaHe does want to build the housing, where he said he hacek said as an investment expects tenants to come "to broker he believed the econ­ support the commercial." He omy goes through cycles, pointed to the Southbelt as and will rebound again in the future, and said he too evidence. Koopmans said develop­ would want to research the ment had to come from the north to the south, in a more gradual process. "I don’t be­ lieve people want us to start rezoning this to multiple housing all along M-37 be­ In order to provide more cause that’s where the sewer convenient hours for its and water is." Commissioner Ric Parent patrons, Kent District Lib­ agreed. He also asked if they rary has increased the open did make a change in zoning hours at three of its branch­ from commercial, "will we es, effective as of Jan. I. The hours added in 2003 have sufficient numbers re­ will affect the Caledonia. matter more, before making a decision. The trend of vacated malls in some areas may support Steketee’s concerns about saturation of the mar­ ket for commercial ventures. Other evidence of inexpen­ sive rental units turning into slums also has been pointed to by some of the commis­ sioners. They have said they don’t want to create a situa­ tion where future urban de­ cay will result because someone built it and some one came and then moved away again. Meanwhile, according to a Channel 3 report in the past week, there are many single-family rental units be ing rented at lower rates be cause so many low income families have invested it homes they could not afforc in other times because of tht present low interest rates. Caledonia library extends open hours CHARTER TOWNSHIP OF CALEDONIA Meeting Notice MEETING NOTICE A Regular Meeting of the Charter Township of Caledonia Board of Trustees will be held beginning at 7:00 p.m. on Wednesday, January 15, 2003, at the Caledonia Township/Village Hall, 250 Maple Street, Caledonia, Michigan. NOTE: Individuals with disabili­ ties may request auxiliary aids and services for the meeting by contacting the Township Clerk at (616) 891-0070. TENTATIVE AGENDA 1. CALL TO ORDER/ROLL CALL 2. PLEDGE OF ALLE­ GIANCE AND INVOCATION 3. CONSIDERATION OF THE MEETING AGENDA 4. PUBLIC COMMENT (BRIEF) 5. APPROVAL OF CON­ SENT AGENDA A. Minutes of the December 18th and January 8. 2003 meetings B. Correspondence Not re­ quiring Board Action C Approval to Pay Bills D Treasurer’s Report E Building Department Report F. Utilities Report G Home Occupations - 1st Read H. Sign Provisions - 1st Read I Nonconforming Use Pro­ visions - 1st Read J Planned Unit Develop­ ment District - 1st Read K Home Based Business 1st Read L Parking, Loading & Access Management 1st Read M. Broadmoor Cherry Val­ ley Corridor Overlay District - 1st Read N Private Street Regula­ tions - 1st Read O. Sexually Orientated Businesses - 1st Read P Flood Plain - 1 st Read 6. INQUIRY OF CONFLICT OF INTEREST 7. REPORT FROM BOARD OFFICERSAND STAFF 8. CORRESPONDENCE UNFINISHED BUSINESS A. Scotsmoor Site Condominium PUD - 2nd Reading B. Open Space Preservation 2nd Reading 9. NEW BUSINESS A. Street Light Request Riverthorn Way and 84th St. B. Andronaco Condemna­ tion Resolution C. Administrative Policies & Procedures - Grant Incentive D. Barber School Budget Amendments Renovations E. Web Page Proposal Review 11. BOARD COMMENTS 12. PUBLIC COMMENT (EXTENDED) 13. ADJOURNMENT (306) CALEDONIA TOWNSHIP BOARD JANUARY 8, 2003 Present Supervisor Bryan Harrison, Clerk Patricia Snyder, Treasurer Jill Cardwell, Trustees William Bravata, Walter Bu|ak, Richard Robertson Larry Stauffer Also Present: Planning Commissioners Archie Warner Rick Parent, Duane Gunnink, Matt Mahacek, Lam VanLaar Attorney Jim Brown, Planner Dave Zylstra and several citi­ zens Meeting was called to order at 5:35 p m The following Zoning Ordinances were reviewed and discussed Home Occupations, Signs, Non-Conforming Uses, Planned Unit Development, Home Based Businesses, Parking Loading & Access. Broadmoor Cherry Valley Overlay District, Private Street Regulations Sexually Orientated Businesses and Flood Plain Moved Stauffer, second Cardwell to adjourn Ayes: All MOTION CARRIED. Patncia Snyder, Clerk (307) Spencer Township and Walker branches. These add­ itional hours meets promises made to voters during the time of the 2000 millage election. New schedule for Cale­ donia Branch Library Tuesday, noon and X p.m.: Wednesday, nixin to X p.m : Thursday, 9:30 a.m. to 5 p.m.; Friday. 9:30 a m. to 5 p.m. and Saturday. 9:30 am. and 5 p.m. For more information about the hour changes please call the Kent District Library at 784-2007. [saving on home insurance is “No Problem.” Hl undreds of thousands •of families are saving money with Auto-Owners Insurance for their home and mobile home protection. Stop in and ask us about 1 quality pro­ tection, 1 with flexi­ ble payment I plans and “No Problem" claim service ululo-fhunrri Insurance IMLLV4I IIIM eoe Niccxfti Pnsidec*. 497 Arlington St (M-37) PO Box 99 Middleville Ml 49333 (269) 891-8208 (269) 795-3302 Toll free (800) 706-3302 Fax (616) 795-3935 �The Sun and News. Middleville, Ml/January 14. 2003/Page 15 Looking For a PRINTER? 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(Photo by Br a Bremer) by Rrrtt Bremer TK’s varsity why its the leader in the oK Blue last Friday night, by dominating from start to fin- Call 945-9554 to place your Sun & News ACTION-Ad and reach over 11,000 area homes Calvin's size and athleticism quickly wiped away any chance of a tight contest. The Squires sped out to a 9-0 lead and never looked back. An offensive put back by the Trojans' Jon Yeazel cut the iead to seven points, but it that was as close as things would be between the two teams on the night. Calvin’s lead was 12 at the end of the first quarter, and by halftime they had dou- Nick Tomson put in six points for the Trojans as they struggled at Calvin Christian last Friday night. (Photo by Brett Bremer) bled the Trojan total at 3216. The going in the second half wasn't any better for the Trojans. Calvin scored 37 points in the second half, one short of the Trojan total for the game. “We just weren’t at their level tonight,” said Trojan Coach Kurt Holzhueter. YOUR ONE STOP WATER STORE BEST PRICE, QUALITY, SERVICE Most Common Working Water Problems... • Hardness describe the a • Iron, Sulfur S Manganese the Trojan bench to finish with 6-points. In the fourth quarter the Trojan bench was able to battle Calvin’s reserves to a standstill, 13 points apiece. TK’s Bobby Hebert, needed some medical attention, when he went down hard taking a charge, as the Trojans never stopped battling. Todd Koetsier led the Squires with 17 points. Re­ ceiving a few kick out passes from teammates was Kevin Scholten, who put in 14 for the Squires, including a pair of back-to-back threepointers in the third as part of a 13-point Calvin run. The win gives Calvin some space alone at the top of the O-K Blue with a 5-0 confcrencc mark. TK’s league record sits at 3-2. tied with Rogers, and Godwin in second place. The Trojans are 5-3 overall. In earlier action, TK couldn't hold back Coopers­ ville in the final quarter Tuesday Jan. 7, and it tixik a last second shot from Mark Rolison to give the Trojans a 63-62 win over the visiting Broncos. Coopersville erased a nine-point Trojan lead in the fourth quarter to get a lead of its own before Rolison *s final shot. Brett Knight was the lop scorer for the Trojans in the contest, finishing with 17 points. Rolison's late bucket gave him 12 for the night. 2003 Buicks All Makes dr Models $3,000 Rebate 0% Financing or up to 60 months — COUPON — Ask us about 6 MONTHS INTEREST FREE Visit Our Sftouroo’’’ Calvin’s front-line, with four players either 6’5” or 6’6”, took advantage down low. and when the Trojans tried to swarm the ball in the paint the Squires were able to find teammates alone out side to knock down jumpers. The size and speed that worked so well on the offen­ sive end, also frustrated the Trojans on the other end of the floor. Calvin took the Trojans out of their offen­ sive game plan, and TK struggled to find good shots. TK couldn’t manage back-to-back buckets until the final minutes of the ball game. Nine Trojans scored in the contest, but Brett Knight was the only double-digit scorer for TK with 11. Sen­ ior Nick Tomson came off The Squires managed to harass Trojan sophomore guard Jon Yeazel into a tough night from the floor. Yeazel finished the contest with four points, after av­ eraging 21 a game over the last three conference contests. (Photo by Brett Bremer) See a Bill Seif Professional! WATER CONDITIONING 9980 Cherry VaHey Caledonia (M-37) 1-888-891-0303 • 616-877-4339 Bill Seif Chevrolet Buick Monoa, t Wetwda, 8 K 8 TataOn. Tartan 8 84 SMMMy » 12 00 £ M-37 IM HASTINGS - 616-945-2425 1-800-235-2425 L �The Sun and News. Mtddlevtlle. Ml/January 14. 2003/Page 17 Long awaited Gold win comes against Wayland Caledonia’s varsity vol­ leyball squad is 1-1 in the O-K Gold, and it has been a long time since they were 1 and anything in the league says Coach Mark Johnson. “It’s a huge monkey off our backs. Wc haven’t won in the conference in two or three years, and haven’t beat Wayland in five or six.” The Scots pulled out the win 11-15, 16-14. 15-13 Thursday night against the Wildcats. Wayland was up 14- 13 in the second game, with a chance to put it away, but the Scots battled through to get the win. Krystal Rabley led the team with nine kills in the contest. Brooke Zicscmcr had 21 assists. Serving hasn’t been strong for the Scots so far this season, but Johnson said that against Wayland, “our percentage wasn’t good, but when we needed an ace, we got an ace.” Emily Desy and Janine each had four aces in the match. The Scots followed up their victory by going 2-3 at Ferris State University on Saturday, but made it into the eight team Gold round at the top of the 24-tcam tour­ nament. Caledonia earned a 15-4, 15- 4 victory over McBain, and a 5-15, 15-12, 15-8 vic­ tory over Kalkaska, but Johnson said that maybe the best game his girls have played all season came against Lccland in the Gold quarterfinals. Leeland, the top ranked team in class D, took the first game 8-15, but the Fighting Scots came back to score a 15-8 victory of their own in the second. But in the third game the Scots passing went south and Leeland took the victory 6-15 to end the Scots day. The Scots’ other two losses on the day came at the hands of Ravenna 4-15, 5-15, and Cadillac 8-15, 815. Earlier in the week, Tues­ day Jan. 7, the Scots lost a tight O-K Gold contest with Unity Christian. Johnson said his team was very up and down in the match. Un­ fortunately for Caledonia, the Scots ended on down. Unity took the first game 15-8. then led 14-12 in the second before the Scots ral­ lied to take the game 16-14. Johnson said that his girls looked tired in the third game, and the Scots fell 156 to suffer their first league loss of the season. Caledonia will have a good shot at getting league Can 945-9554 anytime to place your Sun & News ACTION-Ad & reach over 11,000 area homes! win number two when they visit Cedar Springs Wednes­ day Jan. 15. Caledonia has already taxen two games from the Red Hawks this season when they met at East Kentwood in the West Michigan Volleyball Offi­ cials' Associations' toumey. On Saturday. Jan. 17. the Fighting Scots host the Caledonia Invitational. 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Green Street, Hastings • WWW.PENNOCKHEALTH.COM �Page 18/The Sun and News, Middleville, Ml/January 14, 2003 Cats' 3-point barrage subdues Scots, 68-37 by David T. Young Editor There some nights in the athletic arena that you’d just rather forget. Such was the case Friday night when Caledonia’s var­ sity basketball team ab­ sorbed a 68-37 defeat at Wayland. There was no silver lin­ ing, no consolation in a ball­ game that got away early and the Scots never recov­ ered from Wayland’s late first quarter barrage of Christian, the top-ranked Class B team in the state, will host the Scots this Fri­ day night. “We need to get back to basics and figure some things out with some people, and work our butts off,” says Vanderwoude. “It’ll be a huge challenge, but after that we’ll be able to tell something about the people on our team.” Caledonia led at Wayland 2-0 in the first minute and 52 right after a Greg Jousma place finishes, 17 third place three-pointer, but that’s as finishes, 15 forth place fin­ good as it was going to get. ishes and 4 fifth and sixth The Wildcats’ Ryan Farmer, brother of Scot place finishes. The team started swim girls’ basketball coach practices on Dec. 2, with 80 Angie Stauffer, drilled a swimmers participating in three-pointer to put his this years swim club. teammates up 9-5 and the Swim practices are di­ home team never looked vided into 3 age groups for a back for the rest of the night. more efficient practice. Each The most critical run practice has about 28 swim­ came in a stretch of a little mers per group between the more than a minute near the ages of 6 and 14. end of the first period, when Beaudoin has the help of Wayland extended a slim coaches Margaret Hoag and 11-9 advantage to a 20-9 Pat Stevens. cushion on the strength of Middleville will swim three consecutive unan­ against clubs from the West swered three-pointers by Michigan Swim League this Mitch Iciek, Leon Hilaski winter. These teams include and Matt Bilotti, in that or­ Grandville. Wyoming. God­ der. win. Hamilton and Luding­ The Scots had been using ton. The league is divided a man-to-man defense in the into 3 divisions. There are opening quarter and Vander17 clubs that participate in Woude decided to have his the league. Middleville is in team go to full-court pres­ division 3. sure and drop back into a zone. The change slowed things down a bit for the ‘Cats, but the gap remained pretty much the same, 2917, at intermission. A second wave of horror for Caledonia came at the beginning of the third pe­ riod. The Scots, plagued by turnovers against the Wild­ cats’ full-court press, man­ aged only two points in the Rendezvous CXL first five minutes of the sec­ ond half. Meanwhile, Wayland was getting some easy three-pointers. The loss dropped coach Jason VaderWoude’s team’s record to 3-4 overall and 1-3 in the O-K Gold Confer­ ence. And things aren’t likely to get better soon, as South Middleville swim club wins season opener The Middleville swim club had its first swim meet of the season on Jan. 4, against Godwin. “We made a few mis­ takes, but finished strong in every event,” said Head Coach Pete Beaudoin. “With only about 30 club swimmers coming back from last winter we have a lot of inexperienced swim­ mers this year. It was the first swim meet for the ma­ jority of the swimmers and they did not know what to expect.” Middleville left Godwin with a 380 to 247 victory. “The team swam very good against Godwin. The kids put their best into every event they swam,” said Beaudoin. “We arc very pleased with the way the kids have been practicing and the time the kids put into this sport.” Middleville had 32 first place finishes, 23 second \ankee Electric Dan Genther, Licensed & Insured Electrician • Service Upgrades • Troubleshooting • New / Remodels Middleville, Ml 49333 • Residential Light Commercial Cell (269)838-8758 Ph/f ax (269)795-4879 *’?F0iiMET WHERE YOM PMY** YOUR SNOWSHOES? THY A 4X4 INSTEAD! 95 Chevy K15OO •❖ •♦ 03 Buick ❖ Silverado 4x4, 350 V-8,auto. 99 Chevy Tahoe LT Call 945-9554 anytimefor Sun & News ACTION-Ads. Plus. Was $33,450 new. with 3,700 mi. 96 Chevy 1/2 T Silverado & I LS 4x4, 350 V-o. auto 1)3 Chew K25OO Silverado ping 30 times. Farmer finished with 17 points, Steve Sipkema had 15 and Bilotti added eight. Tuesday. Jan. 7 the Scots picked up a narrow 60-59 nonleague victory against visitors from Portage North­ ern. The Fighting Scots saw a late three-point lead cut to one by the Huskies, but Portage Northern never got another chance, to erase the final deficit. The Scots held a fourpoint lead at the half, and held the advantage through the third period. Then had just enough to hold back the Huskies' charge at the end of the ballgame. Spitzley and Abe Mulvi­ hill each tossed in 14 points to lead the Scots offensively in what Vanderwoude called a hard played, total team ef­ fort. Brad Swartz put in ten. Cal/Lowell JV squad blanks West Ottawa The Caledonia/Lowell JV hockey team traveled to the Edge in Holland to chal­ lenge West Ottawa and de­ feated them 4-0, Jan. 3. Austin Declerq opened up the scoring for Cal/Lowell (assist by Ryan Bolt), then kept West Ottawa con­ strained when Kyle Austin (assist Will Holland) scored prior to the end of the first period. Cal/Lowell added to their scoring total with a goal in the second period by Will Holland (assist Chase Groll), and another by Hol­ land in the third (assists Kyle Austin, Kyle Baker). Goaltender Brent Deloach did an excellent job of keep­ ing the game under control for Cal/Lowell. and earned the shut-out. Once again, there was strong back checking and forechecking by the other forwards, Austin McGregor. Nick Truszkoswki, Jon Christiansen. Aaron Benmark and Kyle Grucz. The defensemen, Jeff Moore, David Sweeney, Jon Latva, Michael Baron, Chase Groll, and Mark Cerajewski kept the game in Ottawa's zone and provided excellent support to De­ loach. COME SEE OUR 5 NEW MENU ITEMS’ J Plus, we’ve added new nightly specials! ■’ (from 5 p.m. to 8:30-9 p.m.) Monday is Burrito Night! 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Ten of the 12 Fighting Scot var­ sity wrestlers who made the trip with Coaches Maxim and McFarlan took advan­ tage. and all 12 earned at least one victory on the day. Frank D’Amico had the best finish for the Vikes, ending up in third place. Fourth place finishes were turned in by Jim Haisma, Tyler Bowden, Brandon Cance, Corey Kilmartin. and Ted McCoy. Caledonia had two fifth Grapplers, continued from pg. 7 Fletke was the only other Trojan to score for the team in the match, with a 12-2 win at 160. The Trojans two wins on the day came by way of a 39-26 score over Cedar Springs, and a 55-16 deci­ sion over Portland. Earlier in the week, Wednesday Jan. 8, the Tro­ jans got the best of Hamilton 41-18 when the two teams squared off in Middleville. Andrew Reeder, Kyle Fletke, and Andrew Reeder all recorded pins for the Tro­ jans, and Mike McKeown scored a technical fall at 125. Tommy Winright, Mike Gurski, Bowerman, Bill Huff, Dayne Fletke, and Bill Corson were all victorious by decision. The Trojans host another league contest Thursday Jan. 16 when the Coopersville Broncos come to town. TK had a long week of wrestling last week. Things started off last week with a visit from the Japanese Na­ tional Wrestling team. The 13 member team from Japan featured seven Japanese Na­ tional Champions, three run­ ner-ups, and three third place finishers. After day of getting ac­ quainted with the schools, and trying to teach the Tro- SAME DAY OR NEXT DAY PROCESSING Join the club & Save! SPECIALTY PAPERS COPIES SEE OUR HUGE SELECTION OF COLORS & SPECIAL TEXTURES BLACK & WHITE OR FULL COLOR CHECK OUR PRICES! Big Prints & Posters Folding & Laminating Collating Business Cards Custom Rubber Stamps Plastic Binding and more! 1351 N.Broadway (M-43) Hastings 616.945.9105 OPEN MON - FRI 8:30 - 6:00 • SAT 8:30 -1:00 nowa Hills. Six of the eight victorious Scots scored pins in their victories. Bowden. Rohrer. Goebel. Moorehead. Frank D’Amico, and Kilmartin each earned six team points with their victories. So did Ted McCoy who won by forfeit. Also winning for the Fighting Scots was Castillo, who took an 11-5 decision at 140. It was senior captain night for the Scots, but Caledonia only had one senior in the lineup. Kilmartin. The young Scot lineup was made up of seven sophomores, four juniors, and a freshman. “We’re a young team that’s developing." says coach Maxim. "We’re very proud jans a few things in practice, of the accomplishments thus Tuesday the two teams far this year." The Scots will look to ac­ squared off for an exhibition match in front of the TK stu­ complish some more when they visit Cedar Springs on dent body. Going with some modified freestyle wrestling Thursday Jan. 16. After that scoring, the Japanese wres­ they travel to Rockford for tlers really took it too the an Invitational on Saturday Trojans, although Trojan Jan. 18. Coach Scott Marvin said the visitors were taking it easy. All 13 Trojans who took the mat lost, and only five were able to score at all. Trojan Matt Potter scored BOY, Gavin John Brian the most points, but eventu­ Bailey, bom Dec. 16. 2002 ally lost 14-5 in two rounds. at Metropolitan Hospital He Potter was the only Trojan weighed 7 lbs. 14 om. and wrestler to last through the 20 1/2 inches long. Proud two rounds, with a technical parents are Lloyd and Janfall coming anytime a wres­ ellc Bailey of Middleville. tler reached a ten point lead. Excited big brother, Dalton Marvin said the Trojans Bailey. Grandparents Bill weren’t really learning any­ and Nancy Bailey of Mid­ thing from getting beat on dleville and Tim and Jan the mat in the exhibition, the McGavin of Caledonia real positives from the visit Uncles Scott Bailey and came in practice. Brian McGavin. place medalist, and two "in sixth place. Caleb Moore­ head and Robbie LaFountain finished in fifth. The two sixth place finishers were Angel Castillo and Adam Rohrer. John Goebel and David Villarreal each finished the day with 1-2 records. Coach Maxim said he is proud of each and every one of his wrestlers, for the way the keep developing and keep improving over the course of the season. The Scots also picked up their first O-K Gold win of the season last Thursday with a 45-30 score over Ke- TK plans softball clinics The Thornapple Kellogg softball coaches are putting together some softball skills clinics this winter to for kids ages 8-14. The two clinics, with Northview softball coach and MHSAA Hall of Fame member Tom Judson and the Positive Mental Attitude coaching staff, will be held Jan. 19 and 26. The first ses­ sion focuses on pitching, and the second on all-around softball skills. There is a $5 per session cost for the two sessions that run from 4-6 p.m. Spots, or more informa­ tion, can be obtained by contacting Rich Palmer at 795-7667. Availability is limited as they are looking to have around 20 spots for each of the sessions. NEWEST CITIZEN Missing snowmobiles report is false alarm A telephone call last Sat­ urday night alerted emer­ gency personnel that two snowmobiles had been seen on Gun Lake and had disap­ peared, but it turned out to be a false alarm. Fire emergency services responded, including the hovercraft from the Yankee Springs Fire Barn. After several hours of 7 days Hxn 5299 searching and no word of missing snowmobiles or snowmobile drivers the search was called off. Snowmobiles should not be driven over ice covered lakes. Over the same week­ end, the bodies of two snow­ mobile owners were found near Traverse City and a third man is still missing. NORWEGIAN’ � https://barrycountyhistoryportal.org/files/original/25/713/SunandNews_2003-01-21.pdf 0d2e35c0b0113dd87ecfa7df289a9d43 PDF Text Text mSTHlGS PUBLIC LiBftAM! 121S CHURCH ST ■Swiss ui coss -ml mi jrCH Your Hometown Newspaper Sen/ing Middleville and Caledonia Areas 132st year Middleville. Michigan 49333 No. 4/January 21, 2003 Caledonia Village takes steps to lengthen Rail-Trail section by Ruth Zachary Staff Writer The Caledonia Village Council last week decided to apply for a community de­ velopment block grant for $6,167 to pave the Rail-Trail section between Lake Street and 100th Street just in time for the Jan. 31 deadline. Solving the problem of safe routing of pedestrians next to the Farmers Elevator on cither side of the road has not been easy. A solution has not yet been found, and the trail connection is so far at a stalemate. Long ago, the century old elevator was a central activ­ ity of the village and it was largely responsible for Cale­ donia's beginnings, along with the railroad running along Kinsey at a northwest­ erly direction. It still serves farms for miles around. The old railroad runs through the property. The area and the lumber yard across the street, which is also a part of the elevator’s operation. Often trucks park, load and unload there for prolonged periods. If trail use was assigned to part of Kinsey Street, Solving the problem trucks would cause undue of safe routing of wear and tear to that part of the trail, as well as cause a pedestrians next to dangerous situation for bik­ the Farmers Elevator ers and pedestrians. on either side has not Penfold said he thought been easy. A solution the businesses along the has not yet been right of way should help participate in rebuilding the found, and the trail street because of the wear connection is so caused by the trucks. far at a stalemate. Paving into the countyowned Lakeside Park is also Routing people down to be completed in the near Kinsey Street is unsafe be­ future. The park closes at cause the elevator is located night and part of the year, so right at the edge of the people cannot be routed street. Trucks attending ele­ through the park onto Cale­ vator business drive all donia streets as an alternaalong the perimeter of the See rail-trail, page 12 buildings of the farm supply elevator has appropriated the area of the railway since it was abandoned around 1980, and will not easily re­ linquish its use to trail users who would pass between its buildings. All the members of the board heard applause for their years of service to stu dents in the Thomapple Kellogg school district. Thornapple Kellogg School Board members honored by Patricia Johns Staff Writer Members of the Thornap­ ple Kellogg Board of Educa­ tion were recognized last week for their service to stu­ dents and community, in conjunction with School Board Recognition Month. The TK board includes President Dave Smith, Vice President Don Haney, Sec­ retary Kim Selleck, Treas­ urer Scott Kiel and trustees known." He also reminds Dan Parker, Nancy Goodin residents that both the foot­ and Marty Wenger. Superintendent Kevin ball and soccer field would require re-seeding after im­ Konarska presented them proving drainage and will with a small token gift, as not be available to be used did Shelley Erb on behalf of until the new grass is ma­ the staff. Konarska said, “The ture. Athletes need to wait at least one season before play­ theme of this year’s celebra­ tion is ‘They’re counting on ing on new grass. leadership for “The turf option is excit­ you, ing because both football learning.’ These people and soccer kids would play really base their decisions in a 5,000-seat lighted sta­ on what is best for kids.” Athletic director Mark dium with no use limita­ tions,” Konarska said. “With Uyl presented an overview of the grade point average of band students allowed to practice on the field, even student athletes in the last more students would bene­ four graduating classes and the first semester results fit.” Enclosed in the letter to from the Class of 2003. This was one of the ques­ residents is a brief survey asking whether the reader tions raised as the district supports installing artificial discussed whether to have turf in the football stadium the same standards, passing instead of upgrading the cur­ at least five of seven classes, before students could take rent soccer field. Konarska asks residents driver education classes to mail the survey with any through the school. In past years, only 18 stu­ comments to the administra­ tion building al 10051 Green dents would not have been Lake Road. Middleville able to participate in sports 49333. He will be bringing of the 424 who participated in at least one season. questions about the turf to Laurie Brinks had asked Denver to ask the company. the board to tread carefully Comments also can be when setting standards for sent to Konarska via the driver’s education. She said Internet at she is afraid that some stu­ ww w tk 12 .mi. us admin dents who need to work istrationbuilding feedback. would not get quality driv­ A decision about the arti­ ing instruction from another ficial turf will be made in source and would then be February. “lost." During the discussion Second community forum to take up artificial turf issue by Patricia Johns Staff Writer Thornapple Kellogg Su­ perintendent Kevin Konarska has scheduled a second community forum at 7 p.m. Wednesday, Jan. 22, to dis­ cuss the option of installing artificial turf in the Thornap­ ple Kellogg football sta­ dium. Konarska. along with ath­ letic director Mark Uyl, maintenance supervisor Gary Thaler, and school board members Nancy Goodin and Dan Parker w ill travel to Denver for a site visit to an installation of this artificial turf. Goodin and Parker serve on the board's construction committee. The meeting Wednesday evening will be in the mid­ dle school cafeteria. Konar­ ska will facilitate the presen­ tation. He welcomes ques­ tions and comments from the audience. During the campaign to pass the bond issue, athletic field improvement was dis­ cussed. including an up­ grade to the current soccer field. Additions would in­ clude bleachers, lights and a public address system. The drainage and field would be improved to meet Michigan High School Athletic Asso­ ciation requirements. The MHSAA also is re­ quiring that admission be charged at soccer games this year and varsity games will have to be played at night. The idea of installing arti­ ficial turf on the football field originally was rejected because the cost of $600,000 to $800,000 paid by other high schools was considered prohibitive. However, after the bond election, some residents no­ tified the district that there was a possibility of working with an artificial turf com­ pany willing to reduce the price considerably to get into the market in the Mid­ west. The estimate of $450,000 is in line with what the district had budg­ eted for the athletic field im­ provements. Uyl has done considerable research and checked more than 35 references as the district has explored this op­ tion. The district learned that shifting soccer fields from one field to another main­ tains the original intent of the bond issue and is allow­ able. No money from the bond issue for academic areas would be reassigned. Konarska s letter details the pros and cons of the arti­ ficial turf option. Konarska summarized the issue. "Staying with the original plan to upgrade the soccer field continues to be an excellent option since the costs and history of main­ taining natural grass are Board President Dave Smith receives a handshake and a certificate from Thornapple Kellogg Superinten­ dent Kevin Konarska points raised were that some students would lose this privilege, not because they can’t do the work but be­ cause they don’t do the work. The board voted to ap­ prove the standards for driver education with the provision that if students take summer school, they may qualify to take the sec­ ond driver’s education ses­ sion. The board approved a choir trip in May, a softball trip over spring break and discussed a trip to Bowling Green University for three TK band students. The board will begin its next meeting at 6 p.m. Mon­ day, Jan. 27. It will include work on board policy and an overview of the bond pro­ jects. In This Issue MEAP tests begin next week at TK Schools Fire station open house answers residents’ queries Zoning ordinance sections reviewed in joint meeting Communication is concern after Scotsmoor process �I 41^4 • t Page 2/The Sun and News. Middleville. MVJanuary 21. 2003 CMS Cabaret VIII is ‘An Evening with the Stars’ by Cathy L. Rueter Staff Writer There’s no business like show-business, especially if you’re in Caledonia Middle School’s yearly Cabaret concert. "An Evening with the Stars’” was the theme last Tuesday when the CMS sixth-eighth grade choir stu­ dents gave their Cabaret V1H concert. This particular musical production is “stu­ dent led, student fed” with students providing the musi­ cal entertainment as well as the cookies and other good­ ies for refreshment. Under the guidance of CMS Musical Director Nancy TenElshof, the choir­ students sang tunes such as Disney Dazzle (a medley of Disney favorites), My Lovey Dovey Baby, Whistle a Happy Tune, That’s Enter- tainment and Les Miserables. Students were instructed to dress up according to the theme of their song. Many were sporting cow­ boy attire for the “Annie Get Your Gun” number “Any­ thing You Can Do.” Others wore ballgowns, leather jackets, poodle skirts and a boa or two. Even Disney's Mickey Mouse, Cruella DeVille. Captain Hook and Belle made an appearance. Each grade's choir per­ formed some of the musical numbers, but many were performed by soloists and small groups. Due to illness, a couple of duets turned into solos, but the healthy per­ formers stepped up to the mic anyway and continued on with their performance. Now That’s Entertainment’ For “An Evening with the Stars! Cabaret VIII” given by CMS sixth-eighth grade choir, students were in­ structed to dress up according to the theme of their song. Many were sporting cowboy attire; others wore ballgowns, leather jackets, poodle skirts and a boa or two. Even Disney s Mickey Mouse, Cruella DeVille, Captain Hook and Belle made an appearance TK Senior Parents will meet Jan. 27 Concert series resumes Feb. 1 The 2002-2003 Caledonia Concert Series will present the Florida Boys and One Voice at 7 p.m. Saturday. Feb. I at the Caledonia Christian Reformed Church, comer of M-37 and 100th Street. Tickets are available through the Cutlerville Christian Bookstore and Caledonia Professional Pharmacy, at the door or call (616)891-8858. Ticket costs are $9 in ad­ vance, $10 at the door, and ages 12 and under free. Proceeds will go to the church audio system. Accompanying them on the piano, CMS Musical Di­ rector Nancy TenElshof allows her sixth-eighth grade choir students to run the show for the yearly Cabaret concert Thornapple Trail Assn will meet January 23 lioiisignnieni Caledonia 891-2418 • Toll Free 1-888-829-5919 Winter Clearance Going on Now 20-70% Off Clothes, Outerwear & Accessories for die w hole familv 9175 Cherry Valley (M-37) Just North of Me Donalds The Thornapple Trail As­ sociation will at 7 p.m. Thursday. Jan. 23, at Whis­ pering Waters on Irving Road. Snowmobile users are re­ minded that the trail is not open for any motorized use, including snowmobiles. Violaters will be reported to authorities. Information about the Paul Henry Trail and the Thornappie Trail Associa­ tion is now available on line at thomappletrail.com or at thomappletrail.org. Information on the web­ site includes a map. infor­ mation about the history, a Looking for a fabulous, affordable vacation getaway? Start packing. membership application and trail activities. There will also be links to other bicy­ cling trails and organizations in Michigan. TTA president Michael Gormley says, “We think this will help area residents and visitors learn about the trail. We are continuing to work on improvements and cyclists should see the Cale­ donia section of the trail paved during 2003.” The website also may help the TTA do fund-rais­ ing to pave the portion of the trail from McCann Road to Irving Road. “Anyone interested in learning more about the trail or joining the association can attend our next meeting on Jan. 23 at Whispering Waters Campground,” Gormley says. The Thornapple Kellogg High School Senior Parents are feeling the calendar pinch as they try to get ready for the annual after graduation party. The next Senior Parents meeting is at 7 p.m. in the all-purpose room at McFall Elementary School The major fund-raising raffle is going on and parents are needed to sell the tickets. Tickets will be sold at area businesses and vol­ unteers also are needed there. Anyone who can help should call Tammy Stark at 795-8874. Tickets are $5 apiece or five for $20. This year’s prizes include an overnight state at Crystal Mountain Resort with lift tickets or golf, an overnight stay at the Sherwood Forest Bed and Breakfast in Douglas, Mich., and $100 in turkey products from Otto’s Turkey Farm. Several other smaller prizes also are available in this raf­ fle as well. There is a special silent auction going on for parents of seniors who were in Kim Chausow’s and Helen Jahnke’s fourth grade class. The quilt the students cre­ ated that year will be auc­ tioned to the parents. Bids can be left with the name and telephone number of the parent at Stark’s num­ ber. The senior parents will be meeting twice a month until graduation. Meetings arc on the second and fourth Mon­ days at 7 p.m. in the McFall All-Purpose Room. HASTINGS 4 _______ f •». ?hoy»______ $4.84 DAILY Matin—. 111 >pm A Mn*or« 44.50 Evening. Mon ■ Thur* Call 945-9554 to place an ad in the Sun & News. Now's a great time to take the best of ail vacations a 3.4. 5. 7 day or longer The Bahamas. Caribbean. Mexican Riviera. Canada. Alaska. Hawaii or the Aboard sh$>. youH enjoy fun activities. fabulous meals, the Nautica Spa. program, lav.sn Vegas-styte shows, a fr.endly casino and all the pampering service Carnival is famous for. You'll visit incredible destinations fuN of fabulous ught-seemg opportu­ nities for the whole family Carnival offers more fun and vanety than any land vacation And it's all yours for one low. all-inclusive price. Call today to book the one vacation that's just more furw>. 7 NIGHT CRUISES FROM *599 40316 Premier Travel 554-0311 & Cruise _ H Carnival. 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They were joined by seventh-graders Chris Ball, Casey Barrett, Britney Benjamin, Jen Berryman, Whitley Bremer, Fred Dag­ gett, Eric Dettman, Tim Et­ ter. Mike Gray and Tom Hucrlh, and eighth-graders Travis Dykstra, Elizabeth Ketchum and David McMa­ hon. At the end of seven rounds of questions Bucha­ nan. Texter, Yoder and McMahon faced even harder questions. In the end, Texter was the winner, with Bucha­ nan as runner-up. Texter has taken a written test to see if he will be among those students com­ peting at the regional level. The winners of state bees will go on to the national competition in Washington D. C. May 20 and 21. “Jeop­ ardy” host Alex Trebek will moderate the national finals, which will be shown on public television. The Geography Bee is sponsored by the National Geographic Society. An exerted group of sixth-, seventh- and eighth-graders were prepared to an­ swer the questions posed by the National Geographic Society. Family Fun Night is this Wednesday at TKHS Colin Texter won the TKMS GeoBee. Standing be­ hind him are teachers Steve Evans, Rojean Sprague and Keith Middlebush, who held the Bee. Runner-up Eric Buchanan and winner Colin Texter are both sixth-graders Those who would like to test their geographic knowl­ edge can take the GeoBee challenge at www.nationalgeographic.com/geobee , which includes questions from previous National Geo­ graphic Bees. Community service work continues for TK students Local organizations con­ tinue to work on community service projects Representatives from the Thomapple Kellogg Middle School participated in a thank you program at De­ Vos children's hospital foi­ lowing the “Helping Hands” campaign The Thornapplc Kellogg High School student council completed their December campaign by sending dona­ tions to Love Inc., Barry County United Way, Big Brothers and Big Sisters of Barry County and the Spe­ cial Olympics. Thornapple Area Parks and Recreation Commission program director Mike Bre­ mer invites area families to the next Family Fun Night from 6:30 to 9 p.m. Wednes­ day, Jan. 22. “More than 30 family members participated in the first Family Fun Night. Eve­ ryone, from age 3 to adult had fun making crafts, play­ ing basketball, chess and Candy Land, enjoying the TK Pool and even laughing at Three Stooges and Little Rascals videos," Bremer said. The Family Fun Night will be held in the Thornap­ ple Kellogg High School gym and cafeteria. The pool will be open for participants from 8 until 9 p.m. Bremer says, "There will be crafts, board games, bad­ minton, volleyball, basket­ ball, videos and lots of ways to enjoy family time. This is a no pressure’ evening and participants can stay as long M thes like." Children must be accom­ panied by a parent or adult guardian. The cost is $1 per participant with a maximum of $5 per family. For information about the Jan. 22 Family Fun Night or other parks and rec activities p.m. in the Page all purpose call 795-8853. room. New TK PTO fund-raiser set The Thornapple Kellogg PTO is participating in a new fund raiser this year. Amerigas is offering up to $2000 to the PTO based on a percentage of receipts from June. Boxes will be available at all the schools for the re­ ceipts which must be origi­ nal. For more information about this fund raiser and other PTO activities attend the next meeting on Wednesday, Feb. 19 at 1:45 Cd/ 945-9554 to place your Sun & News ACTION-Ad! Eusk Bros© ®Ba©ip a Come join ADULT EXERCISE CLASS Tuesday and Thursday 10:00 AM - 11:00AM (No experience necessary) At •J 15 Iast fflaia Street [Just hast oj MI00LEVIU.E. Ml 48333 FOR MOP.£ IHFOP.MaTION PLEASE CALL �Page 4/The Sun and News, Middleville. Ml/January 21 2003 GLPA needs surveys to be returned RoAnne Brokob. secre­ tary of the Gun Lake Protec­ Staff Writer The ice may be covering tive Association, reminds Gun Lake, but plans to con­ residents that the well infor­ trol Eurasian Milfoil this mation and permission form postcards were sent out in year are not frozen. by Patricia Johns the fall 2002 newsletters. They need to be returned by March 1. The GLPA Board of Di­ rectors has been mapping the lake with well informa­ tion so the lake can be treated for weeds this spring. The GLPA contracted with Professional Lake Management for herbicide application to control Mil­ foil growth this year. Brokob said. “If you have misplaced your card or did not receive one. call me at 795-1615 for information.” Cards can be sent to the LOCAL CHURCH DIRECTORY ALASKA BAPTIST CHURCH A Litlng Church - Seninn a Living Lord Morning Worship Fellowship Time Sunday School Evening Praise WEDNESDAY 9 30 a.m .10:35 a m .............. 10 50 a.m . .6 00 p m. Family Night 6 30 p.m 7240 68th Street, SL - Caledonia 2 miles east of M-37 Pastor, Dr Brian F Harrison Youth Pastor Kevin Stiles C 0 U M H I o place to belong I T CHURCH a place to become (Contemporary, Casual, Non-denominational) Sunday Morning Worship 9:30 b 11 00 am. Youth Ministry .891-0576 Now meeting in our new building at 8175 Broadmoor* Key Michael Slowed, Lead Pastor Joe Cipcic, Worship Leader Denny Houma, Youth Pastor Church Office 616-891 0217 Visit our web site www bnghtside.org CALEDONIA CHRISTIAN REFORMED CHURCH FIRST BAPTIST CHURCH OF MIDDLEVILLE M-37, north of Middleville • '’95-9726 Bruce V Slew art. Senior Pastor Tim A. Vine. As»L Pastor Youth Douglas G. Beason. Visitation Pastor Gary' Weaver. Music Minister Pastor David Stewart. CE Children's Pastor Sunday School. Sunday Morning Vftirship Service Sunday Evening Service Wednesday Mid Ufcek Prayer Word of Life Clubs 9:45 a tn. 1100 a m 6.00p.m 6:45p.m. 6:45p.m MIDDLEVILLE CHRISTIAN REFORMED 708 W. Main Street Morning Worship Service Sunday School Evening Worship Service 10:00 a m. 11:15 a.m 6:00 p.m. YOU ARE INVITED Church: (616) 795-2391 GRACE UNITED REFORMED CHURCH ew Life RISTIAN CHURCH Rev. R. Scott Greenway, Pastor Keith Stulp, Youth Director Al Tiemeyer, Community Calling 9255 84th Street, Alto. Ml 49302 Otte mile east of Whitneyville Rd A Church for today s world Spirit-filled family Church. Church Office: (616) 891-1512 M-37 at 100th St. Rev P Adams Phone 891-8440 Sunday School for ages 3 yr. thru 6th grade: Sr. High, Sun. 6:30 pm Jr. High, Sun. 6:30 pm Meeting you, your friends, and your family - right where you're at - through: Relevant .Messages Phone 891-9259 Dynamic Music Quality Child Care and Programs Saturday Evening Mass ... .5:00 p.m. Sunday Mass . ,9:00 a.m. & 11:00 a.m. tEIje ®lii dime jSletljobiSt (CljurcI) e 5590 Whitneyville Ave., S.E. Alto. Ml 49302 Sunday School...10:00 am. Morning Worship... 11:00 a.m. Evening Worship...6:00 p.m. Wednesday Prayer Meeting...7:00 p.m. Worship Hours: 900 a m and 1030 a m Rev. Royie Bailard, Pastor Phone 868-6437 4 CALEDONIA fl” UNITED METHODIST Res Norman Kohns (616)891-8167 Church Office 616-891.8609. Fax 891-8648 * w w caledoniaumc org Conmmnity of C^ri$t ALASKA CONGREGATION 8146 68th St near Whrtneyvae Ave 945 am Church School. Sunday M-37 between Middleville &. Caledonia CHRISTIAN REFORMED Sunday Worship: 8:30 a.m. Traditional 11 a.m. Contemporary 6 p.m. Praise/Bibk Study Community Church A Ptact for Fsiruh & Kneads 6201 Whitney silk Ascnuc. Alto Comcmpoean Worship 9.30am Nursery & children's activities during all services. Sunday School fur All Ages 1045am Programs for all ages. Evening Worship 6:00p.m For more information: (616) 891 -8119 Pastor Roger Hallman • Church Office 868-0391 or wwwB£a£££taL££ www Jakes*dccotnmuniry org Commwaa-y Comfmi fot ThiuoAy omY Seuna Leighton Church Located in Leighton Township Corner of 2nd Street and 142nd Avenue Sundry Mormng Wontup AJO am. Tradnotui 1115 am Contempormy 10 50 am Sunday School far Al Ages KMX) am Monung Worship 11 00 am Wed Fellowship 7 30 pm Sunday Evening Senior FW Fnenfe Pre Schocl-xh 500 pm 6J0 pm Adult Brbie Study - WednesdD Church Ph 616-868-6810 • Pastor s Ph. 616-897-6740 MM Office Pbooe Newt Check out our new web rite SS. CYRIL and METHODIUS CATHOLIC CHURCH 150 131st Ave . Wayland. Ml 49348 3/4 mile west of Patterson Rd (northuvsl Gun Lthr> Sat. Evening Mass 5:00 p.m. (thru Sept.) Sunday Morning Mass: 9:30 a m. 792-2889 THORNAPPLE BIBLE CHURCH Preaching the Living Word Send ng The Risen Lord Sunday School ........................ 9 30 a.m. Sunday Morning Worship . 10:30 a.m (Jr. Church & Nursery available.) Currently meeting at: Emmons Lake Elementary 8950 Kraft SE, Caledonia Rev. Dennis Ross Church: (616) 868-4725 UNITED METHODIST CHURCHES Middleville - Parmelee Parmelee Momng Worship 930 am Middle vtle Morning Wcnhp Sunday School (AdJh) Nursery- Grode 5 Sr. High - Sun Evenrg Jr High - Grades 68. Wed Evenrtg. . I100 dm ... .9 45 a m 1100dm 600800 p m 600-7 30 p m Ret Lee Zach man r Church Office Phone - 795-9266 COMMUNITY Lakeside Praise Singing Pastor EG Frizzed Informal mid-week acoustic Praise and Worship service All Services have a Nursery available • Barn*r Free WAYFARER^ 259 Vine Street (M 37 to Emmons to Vine) Worship Sen ices 8 30 am and 11.00 am Sundav School 9 45 a.m Coffee Fellowship 1030 am (Nursery as ailabie throughout) Acoustic Praise 8r Worship Service 11.00 AM Sunday School & Adult Bible Study 9:45 AM Mid-Week at the Oasis - Wed 6 30 PM Service Times: Sunday School................................................... 9:45a.m. Morning Worship....................................11:00 a.m. Evening Worship.............................................. 6:00p.m. Youth Group:............................. 6:00 p.m. Sunday Midweek 7:00 p.m. Wed. 9:30 a.m. Thurs. 3449 - 76th St. S.E., Caledonia 698-9660 12200 West M 179 Highwaj (Chief Noondav Road) Was land. Ml 49.M8 • 795- 7903 St Paul Lutheran Church Missouri Synod Comer of 84th St and Kraft in Caledonia I mile west of M-37__________________ Traditional Service 8.30 AM 1664 N. M-37 Highway Middleville, MI 49333 • 945-1555 Services at 9:30 a m. and 6 p.m. January 26 - 3rd Sunday after Epiphany “The Spiritual Blessing of Giving” + Located near the corner of M-37 and McCann Sunday Worship 9:30 a.m. and 6:00 p.m. (Child & Adult) (During the School Year) Rev. Dave Le Blanc, Pastor Wednesday 6:00 P.M. Evening Prayer phone 795-2370 or 948-9327 Vicar - Rev. David T. Hustwick www.StPaulCaledonia.orq Proclaiming the Whole Counsel of Cod GUN LAKE COMMUNITY CHURCH lic|xcl 11:00 A.M. Holy Communion Pastor Robert Gerke • Pastor David Ziehr 10 AM Sunday Morning Kraft Avenue at Johnson Street Sunday Service Times 9:15 A.M. Morning Prayer (Holy Communion 2nd Sunday) Rev. Tom DeVnes, Pastor - 795-9901 “A Church with a caring heart for our community and the world" CALEDONIA HOLY FAMILY CATHOLIC CHURCH 2415 McCann Rd. (In Ining) Middleville Good Shepherd Wesleyan Church Lutheran Church 908 W Main Street (Missouri Synod) Worship..........................................9:30 a m. Sunday School........................... 11:00 a.m. Adult Bible Class........................ 11.00 a.m. Rev. E. Anthony Sikora GLPA at PO Box 319. Shel­ byville. Mi. 49344. The information is needed so that the GLPA and Pro­ fessional Lake Management can get the permits neces­ sary to control the weeds. 630 pm. UT TOWNSEM) tanr • MMQMX LVJtt ta*\ar Pnmr (616»891-8028 • e-mad faigtsonStseevaMC Redeemer Covenant Church —Lighting Up Lives for God— Sunday Worship 9:30 am Chnstian Education Hom 1 IDO am Wednesday J Family Night 5:45-8:00 pm Paul M. Hillman Youth Pastor Davsd Erikson 6951 Hanna Lake Avenue. Catedoma redetmeHthser\.net wwwjedeemercovenant.org 4 mtmhtr ofdu tmufhui QmmmhT Chudin 4 Amenta CHURCH Finding the Way Together* An informal, contemporary church committed to our community. Sunday Worship is at 10:00am in Caledonia Middle School's cafeteria. Everyone is welcome! Pastor: Rev. Josh Blunt Contact our Dutton office at (616) 65-65-WAY Check our web site www.wavfarerccMrf “WHITNEYVILLE bible Church 8546 Whi.Tneyv«e Ave at 84th St. • 891-8661 "The Church where everybody is somebody... ...and Jesus is Lord" Meeting at Caledonia High School Sunday School 9 30 am Sinday Mornrg ifibnhip 1030 am Meefirg at chape on Whtneyvte Aue Sunday Evenrg Worshp 6 00 pm Wea Nfca*eek Prayer A ttoe Study 7 00 p.m Thomas Pojto • <of Scsxx. Ajsoc Pasta wwneyvHeoee org �The Sun and News. Middleville, Ml/January 21. 2003/Page 5 Thornapple Township Board of Trustees fills vacancies Steve Funk shows Superintendent Kevin Konarska how to use the Automatic Electronic Defibrillator. New Defibrillator ready to help at TK schools by Patricia Johns Staff Writer The Thornapplc Kellogg Board of Education heard a presentation Jan. 13 by Terri VanderKooi and Chris Boy­ sen on the new Automatic Electronic Defibrillator, with the help of Steve Funk and Chief Mark Marcntettc of Thornapplc Township Emergency Services. The purchase of this AED was made possible with a $1.4(X) grant from the Pen­ nock Foundation and more than $2,400 from pool fees. Vanderkooi donated the case to hold the AED in memory of her sister. This first AED was pur­ chased because VandcrKtxii Reach over 11,000 area homes with an ad in the Sun & News. Call 945-9554 to place your ad today. had heard that schools with pools would be required to have such devices. Athletic Director Mark Uyl, coaches and perhaps a night custodian also will be trained to use the device. All lifeguards arc trained to use it. Demonstrating how easy it is to follow the directions given by the AED. Funk helped Superintendent Kevin Konarska test the de­ vice on a dummy. The district is looking into purchasing a second de­ vice through grants and other sources. Funk says. “Yes. it helps if the person using the AED knows how to use CPR. but in my 17-year emergency services career I have seen two people who suffered sudden cardiac arrest who might have been helped if this device had been avail­ able.” During the Jan. 13 meet­ ing the Thornapple Town­ ship Board of trustees ap­ pointed Sharon Allen as an alternate on the Zoning Board of Appeals. Mike Kelley was reap­ pointed to his position on the Thornapple Area Parks and Recreation Committee with a team expiring in January of 2007. Pat Harri­ son was appointed to as an alternate on the Township’s compensation and personnel committee. The board also met Tammy Purdum who is a potential candidate fro the Township Treasurer position which will open with the resignation of Shirley Eaton this spring. Sheriff’s deputy Rob Hor­ man also attended the meet­ ing to discuss coverage and sheriff’s department man­ power in the township. There was a discussion of whether the township should contract with the department for is own officer. County Commissioner Jim French told the board that the commission was discussing "patrol coverage” in the county. In addition the commission will hold six meetings in the evening in communities throughout the county. The next Thornapplc Township trustees meeting is on Feb. 10 at 7 p.m. in the Township hall 2003 Pinewood Derby | Middleville Championships Feb 22 at 2 pm| First Baptist Church 5215 795-9726 n m-37 Hwy | Open to Kids 1-5 grade Kits are $4 must be ordered from the church with money in hand by 4 pm Jan 31 Pick up kit on Feb. 10 I 1-2 grade division ana 3-5 grade division • 1st -3rd place " �Page 6/The Sun and News, Middleville, Ml/January 21, 2003 Skates carry former Scot to Cleveland Caledonia girls swim/dive team places at conference by Cathy L. Rueter Staff Writer 200-yard medley relay with a time of 2:09.61. Brittany Smith’s 200 med­ ley relay team came in with a very respectable time of 2:13.62 to garner second place in the second heat. Kelly Stepp also swims with the Byron Center Bull­ dogs girls’ swim team but, according to a teammate, did not compete at the confer­ ence. Five young ladies from Caledonia High School were among those swimming and diving on the Byron Center Bulldogs team this past sea­ son and four recently fin­ ished their swimming and diving season with place­ ments at the girls’ confer­ ence meet. Of the divers, Angela Maxey placed first in the one-meter diving competi­ Top, at right: tion with a final score of Diving seems to run in 354.65. Danielle Maxey the Maxey family. Angie came in fourth with a score Maxey (right) placed first of 297.0. Danielle also re­ in the one-meter diving at ceived the “Most Improved” the conference meet award. while sister Danielle In regular swimming events, Emily Nelson took placed fourth and re­ third with her relay team in ceived the “Most Im­ the first heat of the girls’ proved" award. Jeremy Barber is currently a defenseman skating for the Jr. A Cleveland Barons, but is hoping his skills can carry him to a Division I college scholarship. These three Caledonia High School girls swim with Last June, Jeremy Barber the Byron Center Bulldogsgirls swim team: (from left) had a huge decision to Kelly Stepp. Brittany Smith and Emily Nelson. Two of make. He was about to enter his senior year at Caledonia the three placed at the 2002 Girls Conference. High School. However, Bar­ ber was the first round, third overall draft pick for the Jr. A Cleveland Barons Hockey Organization and they wanted him on their team. As it turned out, Barber’s decision was easy for him. He was leaving Caledonia The Scots other placer Although coach Jim Maxim said a few of his was Brandon Cance, who his senior year to continue to pursue his drcam of playing wrestlers mismonitered their finished third at 119. The weight problem at the highest level of weight, and it cost them dearly, the Fighting Scots forced some young Scots to hockey he could. Barber started out play still had some success at the go up against some very ex­ OPEN 6 DAYS a Week tough Rockford Invitational perienced wrestlers through­ hockey at three-years of age out the day, said Maxim, for Kentwood’s Learn to Evenings Always last Saturday. Available Corey Kilmartin pinned “but we performed pretty Skate Learn to Play pro­ gram. Within a few years, he HAIR DESIGNERS Holt’s Ken Phinney in the good.” The Scots finished sev­ grew out of their house pro­ 160-pound final to capture Now open late the flight title. The pin enth in the nine-team tour­ grams and joined a travel ended the match 3:13 in, and ney ahead of Reed City and team, the West Michigan VMONDAY, was the second pin for Kil­ Traverse City West. Rock­ Grizzlies. At age 11, Barber ford took the top spot on the tried out for, and made the martin on the day. WEDNESDAY, . Tyler Bowden also day followed by Tri-County, AAA West Michigan Warri­ reached the finals for the Eaton Rapids, Holt, Portage ors team. ■ THURSDAY In 2001, he was selected Scots. Bowden had a perfect Central, and Forest Hills day at 103 until he ran into Central, the six teams ahead to play for the Grand Rapids Call today for Appointments! Jr. B Owls and by the end of Ben Hatler from Eaton Rap­ of Caledonia. In O-K Gold action last the year was their assistant 122 E. Main St., Middleville (next to Phil's Pizza) ids in the final and dropped week, Thursday against Ce­ captain. During that year, he a 4-1 decision. Call 795-7719 For Your Appointment! dar Springs, the Scots came caught the eye of General out on the short end of a 26- Manager and Scout Barry Butler, of the Barons, who 42 contest. “There were five key used the team’s high pick to Meet Dr. Jennifer Battiste, matches that could have select Barber. primary care physician, along Barber was very pleased went either way,” said with life long Ca’edonia resident Maxim. “Unfortunately, Ce­ to move up to the Jr. A Leon VanderLaan, PA-C, at the ranks, because this is where dar took three of the five.” Caledonia Office of Advantage The Scots did have five the Division 1 colleges scout for most of their players. Health. winners on the afternoon. Maxim said that David Barber moved to Cleveland Vanderlaan Villarreal turned in the out­ last August an began skating standing match of the day j and with a 13 4 major decision at 135. Other winners for the Scots were Caleb Moore­ head, Frank D’Amico, and Kilmartin. 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But before heading off to college Bar­ ber continues to attend high school in Cleveland and plans to return home this spring to graduate with his classmates from Caledonia High School. ---Saving on home insurance is “No Problem.” undreds of thousand* ' vJU^of families are saving ’ money with AuloOwncrs Insurance for their home and mobile home protection. Stop in and ask us about quality pro­ tection, with flexi­ ble nayment plans and "No Problem" claim service. duto (hvneri Inturance ISM I AMI III SI Ram Irxa Se»«c» BOB NKOtfil President 497 Arlington St (M-37) PO Box99 Middievine Ml 49333 (269) 891-8208 (269) 795-3302 Toll free (800) 706-3302 Fax (616) 795-3935 < �The Sun and News, Mtddleville. Mt/January 21. 2003/Page 7 TK wrestlers buck Broncos Top left: Andrew Reeder (top) scored another victory for the Trojans with a pin against Coopersville last Thursday. Bottom left: TK’s Alec Belson battled to another pin, against Coopersville, last week at 215 pounds. Lakewood for the Lakewood team tournament. The Vikes got the best of TK at the Trojan duals earlier this month in the battle of the two perennial state powers. O-K Blue action doesn't pick back up again for the Trojans until they head to Rogers Thursday Jan. 30. Phil Corson scored his pin over the Broncos Eric Moore just a second be­ fore he could be saved by the bell in the first period. ^WeightWatchers YOU WON'T BE HUNGRY. YOU WON'T BE BORED. YOU WON'T BE THE SAME. Winning Points is a plan you can stick with till you reach your goal. You can eat the foods you love, stay satisfied, and still lose weight. Now at Weight Watchers get "In the Groove," your cool guide to getting started, FREE when you join. Join for $20! Save $10! 1-800-651 -6000 www.weightwatcherswesternmichigan.com Caledonia Caledonia Community Resource Center • 330 Johnson Wednesday 5:30 p.m. Middleville Middle Villa Inn • 4611 N. M-37 Hwy. Thursday - 6:30 p.a. 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Zach House took the top spot at 119, as did David Villarreal at 135. At 125. John Goebel had to come from behind in the final to steal a 5-2 decision and take first place. Ted McCoy also managed to score a late reversal, then get three near fall points to pull out a 12-10 decision in the 171 final. Other Scots earning top honors were Whit Wesenberg and Steve Jousma. Justin Reeder finished in second place for Caledonia, and Nick Rauser finished in third place. Call 945-9554 for Sun & News ACTION-Ads. Coopersville last Thursday 42-33. Six of the eight victorious Trojans took their victories by pin. Mike McKeown, Pat McKeown. Kyle Flctke. An­ drew Reeder. Phil Corson, and Alec Belson all won. by way of pin. The Trojans other two victories came from Nick Otto at 145 and Dayne Fletke at 152, both in 8-7 decisions. TK dominated the middle weight classes, win­ ning all five matches from 135 to 160. TK wrestles only once this week, but it’ll be a doozie, when they head to Choose from 400 Books and Save 30-35% Off On All Wallpaper Orders 227 E. .Main Street Caledonia, .MI 49316 616-891-9171 Hours Mon -Fri 7-6; Sat 8-1 �Page 8/The Sun and News, Middleville. Ml/January 21, 2003 Early struggles force Trojans to battle back by Brett Bremer Sports Editor Against Rogers last Fri­ day night, for the third straight game the Trojan varsity basketball team fell behind early, and for the second straight game came up just short with a furious second half comeback. JV reaches semi’s at own tournament Saturday, Jan. 11, at its own invitational the Fight­ ing Scot JV volleyball team reached the day’s semifinals where they were downed by Forest Hills Northern 6-15, 3-15. The Fighting Scots left their pool as the second seed. In pool play the Scots went 1-0-2. Their lone vic­ tory came over Saranac 151, 15-12. Caledonia split with both Forest Hills Cen­ tral and East Grand Rapids. Scores with FHC were 15-6, 6-15, and with EGR 15-8. 9 15. Against Wayland, Jan. 9, Coach Bart Johnson said the girls played their hearts out in a three game victory over the Wildcats. After taking the first game 15-5. Wayland stormed back in game two 10-15. Caledonia rebounded to capture the third 15-12. “Everyone contributed to the team’s win.” said John­ son. Dani Breihof had nine assists for the Fighting Scots. Sylvia finished the contest with two kills and a 100-percent attack percent­ age. Serving for the Scots Kayla Wilson finished with six aces. Jan. 6 the Scots game out on the short end in a three game match with the Unity Christian Crusaders. “The girls showed a lot of hustle and heart in the last two matches,” said Johnson. Unity took the first game 515, but the Scots came back to take the second game 1510. The third went to Unity 9-15. In the battle to try and stay behind Calvin Christian for second place in the O-K Blue Rogers had enough to hold back the Trojans 56-50. The Trojans scored 12 straight points to cut a 48-33 fourth quarter deficit down to just three points with a minute and a half remaining, but couldn't get over the fi­ nal hump. It was the second deficit the Trojans had to erase on the night, like in games against Calvin and Hastings earlier, the Trojans fell be­ hind early. Rogers ran out to a 20-8 lead, before the TK was able to cut it down to one part way through the third quarter. The Golden Hawks went on a run of their own win nine straight points to push the lead back up to 15. The Trojans were led in scoring by Jon Yeazel’s 16point performance, and Brett Knight had another solid scoring performance for the Trojans with 13. The game against Rogers must have been eerily famil­ iar for the Trojans, Tuesday Valentine’s Day restaurant trip set for Feb. 14 Thornapple Kellogg Community Education has planned a trip to the NOEL restaurant to celebrate Val­ entine’s Day. Reservations are required and are filling fast. 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Saxon Coach Don Schils said that he wanted his team to “rebound, push the ball up the court, and get on them right away," when Hastings hosted TK, and the Saxons accomplished those objectives. Hastings maintained the edge through the first half, and midway through the third quarter a bucket by Eli Schmidt put the Saxons up 17. But then the Trojans turned up their press, and like so often happens when the press has to work, it did. The Trojans went on an 80 run and ended the quarter with the margin back in dou­ ble digits, at nine. TK kept fighting in the fi­ nal quarter to make things interesting. An off-balance three-point shot by Brett Knight put the Trojans down just three with 30 seconds to play, but Schmidt beat the Trojan press and scored a three-point play the old fashioned way to push it to a two possession game. Jon Yeazel cut it to four for the Trojans, then TK forced a five second call on the ensuing inbound play, but down four, a three-point attempt failed. “We were lucky to be as close as we were at the half,” said Trojan Coach Curt Holzhueter. “ We cranked it up pretty good in the second and just ran out of time.” Holzhueter was con­ cerned about his team’s de­ fense. Hastings Dustin Bow- Kyle Holst sends Saxon Drew Bowman s shot back where it came from. (Photo by Perry Hardin) man was the top scorer in the contest by being aggres­ sive and taking the ball to the basket, he finished with 21 points. Often his team­ mates found him open down low for easy lay-ups against the Trojan zone. Schmidt had seven of his 11 points in the second half to help the Saxons hold onto their lead. Chris Rounds was the top rebounder with eight, and Joey Aspinall pulled down seven boards. “We lost these at the be­ ginning of the year,” said Schils. “We made plays to­ night we didn’t at the begin­ ning of the year. We’re be­ coming better, more consis­ tent. Maybe now we can start beating teams that peo­ Mom’s quilts TK swim club loses to Wyoming The Middleville swim club swam well against Wyoming Jan. 11, but cam up on the short end of aa 420-310 score. Middleville had 17 first place finishes on the day, 25 second place finishes, and 20 third place finishes. “The swimmers swam very well against a team with more experience,” said coach Pete Beaudoin. “We got beat in our relays where most of your points are made. In the individual events we finished in good shape.” The Middleville team also finished in fourth place 12 times, fifth 11, and sixth twice. “We made a few mistakes on turns and touches, but the swimmers are getting bet­ ter,” says Beaudoin. Middleville has two more meets in its season after tak­ ing on Hamilton last Friday. ple feel are better than us." TK was led by Yeazel’s 14-point performance. Knight tossed in 11 in the contest. Knight and Nick Tomson each pulled down six boards. For the Saxons it was the third game in five nights. Jan. 10 and 11 Hastings played back to back games with Unity Christian and Plainwell. The difference seemed to be that after tak­ ing on Gold foes South Christian and Unity Chris­ tian the Saxons had a chance to regroup and get a win over Palinwell, while the Trojans were coming straight off the crushing loss at Calvin. were the prettiest in her quilting circle, but now she isn’t interested in talking to anyone about the quilts that she spent so much time on. 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Fourth- and seventh-grad­ ers will be taking a new English and language arts assessment test, which in- TK teacher has work on display at KCC Principal Michael Spahr eludes a reading and writing. Thornapple Kellogg stu­ sent a letter to middle school dents will pilot a special lis­ parents this week to help tening assessment, which parents reduce “test stress.” will not affect the district's Spahr. Page Principal Brad Warren and Koeze. encour­ cumulative score. This test was originally age students to get to bed early, eat health meals, wear given in two sections. Koeze says. “This will be comfortable clothes, use re­ a challenge to students laxation techniques, be posi­ tive and face fears. throughout the state.” Students at the middle Fourth- and seventh-grad­ ers also will take a math test. school have a special incen­ The social studies and sci­ tive to do well, an additional ence tests will be given to $500 added to the Michigan Merit Award scholarship fifth- and eighth-graders. Each school will schedule given to high school seniors. Middle school students the tests, usually in the morning with makeup tests who score well in the sev­ given in the afternoons or on enth and eighth grade Fridays. To make it easier to MEAP tests and continue make sure all students are this success with the high tested. Koeze asks that par­ school tests can earn a ents try not to take students $3,000 scholarship. All stu­ out of school during the test­ dents must meet the eligibil­ ity requirements of the high ing times. Information about the school tests to receive the testing schedule is available scholarship. by calling Page Elementary MEAP tests help school School at 795-7944 or TK districts analyze student Middle School at 795-3349. learning, school perform­ ance and the relationship of the local school to other schools. According to Koeze. these tests are yardsticks used to measure student achievement and make ad­ justments in curriculum and instruction. 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Other educators chosen for this display are Marta LeRoy and Jerry Mackey from Lakeview schools. Brian Makowski from Delton Kellogg, Nancy Smith from Union City and Kevin Studley from Albion. The works are landscapes in oil of Welsh scenes. Wal­ cott says. “1 often do a wa­ tercolor on the site and later create an oil painting based on my experience.” The work on display in­ cludes many styles and me­ diums from the traditional to the new. There are collage, digital imagery, ceramics, mixed media and oil on can­ vas. The 2003 Area Educators Invitational is located in the Davidson Visual and Per­ forming Arts Building open Monday-Friday from 8 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. admission is free. A closing reception will be held on Thursday. Feb. 13 from 5 to 7 p.m. Walcott looks forward to meeting the other artists and students at this time. “People in Middleville know I believe in supporting our local com­ munity. That goes for business, organizations and my own health care. 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Mid dlevilte, Ml/January 21, 2003 Fire station open house answers residents’ queries This artist rendering shows the new 20,000square-foot TTES Fire Station Lack of storage means that some equipment is piled wherever there is a flat area. by Patricia Johns Staff Writer Questions about the pro­ posed new fire station for Thornapple Township Emergency Services were answered during an open house Jan. 14. Thornapple Township residents will be asked Feb. 11 to approve a 10-year levy of $2,325,000 to cover the cost of a new fire station. The new building is pro- Special Purchase 2002 Chevy Malibu (2) V-6, air, cruise, tilt Your Choice. Certified. $10,495 Bill Seif Chevrolet Buick S M-37 IN HASTINGS - 616-945-2425 1-800-235-2425 The current fire station is crowded with apparatus jected to cost about $1,645,000, with the balance covering the cost of the property and site prepara­ tion. The building, as designed by Paradigm Design Inc., has a hip roof which echoes the roof the old railroad de­ pot. The new station includes an office area, a group meet­ ing facility, plenty of room, six bays which will accom­ modate all the present pumpers, tanker, rescue truck, brush truck and up to three ambulances. It also in­ cludes room for future equipment, even a ladder truck. The lower level has been designed with sleeping rooms for full-time person­ nel, with lockers, exercise room, showers and a day room. There is also exten­ sive storage space. A facility committee be­ gan researching possible new locations for a new firt station beginning two years ago. The committee evalu­ ated more than a dozen sites before purchasing land at the corner of High and Rail­ road streets in the village. Working with the design firm, TTES personnel, offi­ cers and township officials have planned a building that could serve the community for many years. The new 2(),(X)()-squarcfoot station would be at the forefront of technology. Two CHS grads on Albion College list Denise R. Robinson and Lindsay M. Stepham, both of Caledonia, have been named to the dean’s list at Albion College for the fall 2002 semester. Students named to the dean's list must achieve a grade point average of 3.5 or above at the completion of the semester. This GPA must be based on at least three units in graded courses and a minimum of four units com pleted during the semester. Robinson is a first-year student at Albion College. She is the daughter of John Robinson and Sandra Robinson of Caledonia and a graduate of Caledonia High School. Vince and Karen Meaney Christopher J. 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Middleville, Ml/January 21. 2003/Page 11 Zoning ordinance sections reviewed in joint meeting by Ruth Zachary Staff Writer The Caledonia Township Board met with the Planning Commission in a work ses­ sion* Jan. 3 to review pro­ posed amendments to the zoning ordinance. Some objections to the draft were made by some of the board members, but there were no great changes demanded at the joint meet­ ing. The ordinance chapters must be approved or sent back for revisions by the Township Board after a sec­ ond reading. Most of the chapters were included on the Township Board’s consent agenda Jan. 15 and were not discussed. The trustees will review the material at length before the final reading, discussion and dispensation. Public hearings on the or­ dinance sections already have been held, though com­ ment probably will be ac­ cepted at one of the future meetings. People interested in details of the chapters may wish to be present to comment at the time for fi­ nal approval. The final version of the draft will be placed in five locations, where residents may review it and notice of these places will be named in the newspapers, but the document is too bulky to be published in the news, at about one inch thick. It was said publication of just one ordinance section would cost around $800. Only a few major changes in the zoning ordinance are to be made to the draft docu­ ment after the work session. • Home occupation defini­ tions have been altered. The new ordinance chapters are hoped to simplify the re­ quirements. A home occupation busi­ ness would be operated within the home structure. The volume of floor space is defined. The business is to be operated with a minimum of obtrusive activities, which might otherwise im­ pact the neighborhood. Ve­ hicles and business related equipment are limited. The goal of the definitions is not to be more restrictive, but to be specific enough to deal with problems should they arise. Planning Commission Chairman Archie Warner explained. For instance, safety issues might be involved in some home businesses. A home occupation does not require an application, but is still to be approved by the zoning administrator. It was noted that some people think the enforce­ ment is too intrusive into private situations, while oth­ ers think the present offi­ cials don't do enough, Su­ pervisor Bryan Harrison commented. The impact on the neigh­ bors has to be balanced with individual rights, it was ex­ plained. • A home-based business, a new and different category of the ordinance, which re­ places the old major home occupation category in a few instances, was created to de­ fine a business conducted in an accessory building on the residential property, and de­ fines which activities and in­ tensity of operations are al­ lowed. Ail owners must be regis­ tered or they cannot legally charge for products or serv­ ices. Persons whose major home occupation business was permitted prior to the ordinance would need to be renewed under the new ordi­ nance. Businesses of that MILL POND CONDOS Thomapple Riser & Downtown Middleville Payments from: $898/mo.* • EPA-Five Star • 5 miles Paved Pau) Henry Energy Rated Biking/Walking Trail • 1320-2300 sq. ft. (269) 795-0000 (616) 891-0993 M/U F0A/P Murr Heturt Eripu Jufrtmr Information Center 126 E. Main Downtown Middleville (Comer of High Street and Mam Street• •Principle and inarrtM baaed on house pnee of $185 900. IO* do»a paymen: of $18,590 and loan amount of $167,310 category not permitted would have a period of time to comply without penalty. An application is re­ quired. A self-drawn site plan is allowed. A renewal process also is prescribed. These types of business will be allowed only in Ag. A-R and R-l zoning. Those pre-existing in other zones would be grandfathered. Only a certain amount of space on the location is to be dedicated to the operation, no matter the size of the ac­ cessory building. Numbers of employees are limited, as are vehicles and equipment, and where they are to be stored. Though larger accessory buildings than previous are to be allowed in the town­ ship in some zones, the pur­ pose is clearly not for en­ couraging business expan­ sion at the home location. Another problem with large accessory buildings is the potential for future land di­ vision, concentrating intense uses on a lot smaller than reasonable for the density of the area. Too often a hobby has ex­ panded into a good sized business. After a business is ex­ pands to a certain size, it is expected to move to a com­ mercial or industrial loca­ tion. where it will share in the tax burden. • Sign Provisions: A ma­ jor change in the ordinance will be the elimination of new billboards. Existing billboards along M-37 in the Commercial-2 (C-2) zone will not be removed. Monu­ ment signs will be allowed in the Highway Commercial (HC) District. Attorney James Brown explained Holland had gone to the Supreme Court with its sign ordinance and had been supported. The Michi­ gan Township Association (MTA) supports banning new billboards. Resident Dick Crissman said he thought the sign or­ dinance was oppressive, that he had been singled out, and pointed to the problem of unequal enforcement of the sign ordinance by the town­ ship. He said citizens thought there should be less government. The posting of a sign for Angus beef came up at the Dec. 18 board meeting, when Crissman said he had received a letter from the township over a sign he had at the car wash at 68th and Whitneyville Avenue. He said he was told in a letter, it was because the sign mentioned items for sale, threatening a fine of up to $500. The letter defined a bill­ board as, ’any structure on which lettering or pictorial matter is displaced for the purpose of advertising a product, service, business or other commercial enterprise not conducted on the land on which the structure is lo­ cated, or w here any product so advertised is not sold, manufactured, processed, fabricated, including a pub­ lic service announcement other than a political sign." This was reiterated dur­ ing the review of the sign ordinance. Crissman was told he could sell his own products on his farm prop­ erty, but not on the site of his car wash. He would be limited to a six square foot size sign in the ag area to sell his own products. Robertson commented that the failure to enforce as completely as the township would like should not result in the elimination of ordi­ nances. Attorney James Brown explained that enforcement is difficult with limited re­ sources, but the effort has to be made. If the township could show diligence on en­ forcement, even if it occa­ sionally failed to enforce an ordinance, residents could not claim they had been sin­ gled out. It was explained that township residents had ad­ vocated against the visual blight of signs, and espe­ cially of billboards in the township. The township can define what is a billboard, can take some types of signs out of the billboard classifi­ cation, and specify size. Trustee Bill Bravata said he had to move his own car for sale from his own C-2 property. "Sometimes com­ mon sense isn't common sense." he said. Bravata asked if the commissioners had looked at the existing signs to see if the ordinance worked with those. He was told changes often were desired over existing practice. Warner said even though the details were sug­ gested by Ken Dettloff. the consultant on the revisions, the changes had been ap­ proved by the Planning Commission. Manager/Planner Dave Zylstra said most other com­ munities do not allow signs advertising anything off the site. He said in urban areas the reasoning is more obvi­ ous, but in rural Caledonia, it was becoming an increas­ ing problem, as the area be­ comes more densely popu­ lated. Bravata said he felt the terms of the ordinance could be considered illegal, and not just non-conforming, be­ cause some details about lighting could not be en­ forced by anyone who did not have the technical back­ ground. It was explained the details had come from a sign consultant, and a sign con­ tractor. who would erect a sign would understand the criteria at the time of con­ struction. After that, a lot of supervision or enforcement would not be needed. Enforcement must be han­ dled by the township zoning administrator, however, and if beyond his expertise, a consultant might be needed on occasion. 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(269) 948-9500 �Page 12/The Sun and News, Middleville, M (/January 21.2003 Rail-trail, continued from page 1 been completed, a walkway through the school campus is planned, Deputy Lisa Segard explained. The request was sent back VAUfY to the Planning Commission by the Village Council. President Daryl Penfold said the Planning Commission minutes were not yet ade­ quate to explain the site plan drawing, the width of the easement, and the reasoning for it. He wanted to send the request back for more de­ tailed explanation by the commissioners. • The council discussed a request by Lois and Irv Rodgers for the village to abandon the right of way to a strip of land continued from last month. The Rodg­ GLEN valley NO 1 . » erses had asked for aban­ donment of a 20-foot wide i “ ESTATES nc section of an unused street } » adjoining 115 Johnson in K ■ ! * Caledonia. The parcel is located southwest of Johnson and Short Street. At Johnson, Glen Valley, Phase 5 in Caledonia recently came before the Village Council, Short Street is 55 feet wide. pending more details. A right of way is to be placed between lots 171 and 172. Farther south, it narrows. The street passage is very narrow in some sections. Two of the five people quire a 66 foot wide drive in property may not wish to nie Bennett has said all who live on the street put and out of the area. Future maintain the property as the changes are expected to be completed by March 31. the sewer line in, even development of the 80-acre Rodgerses have done. This matter should be • Ayers reported on the though some of it is on vil­ parcel off Short Street is lage property, Trustee Dan blocked by an existing clear if the parcel is sold, status of drainage ditches Erskine explained last house. President Daryl Pen­ Trustee Wendy Zandstra within the village limits that said. have brush growing next to fold explained last month. month. The attorney fees would them. There have periodiThe Finkbeiner home set­ Utilities arc actually lo­ cated west of the houses on back makes widening un­ cost about $300 if the vil­ cally been ideas for cleaning the west side of the street, likely. One house on the lage chooses to abandon the out the brush in ditches on and not next to the street, as street is five feet away from street with the right of way. village property and right of previously believed. Erskine the road and another is from The Rodgers couple should ways to make maintenance said. He recommended the one to twelve feet away, Er­ be willing to pay the fees, more amenable. All the drainage ditches. abandonment of 22 feet of skine said. Property farther but it was not known if they the right of way on the west south and west ov-ned by would want to proceed if private and village owned side of the street, since the Gary Finkbeiner is compli­ that was part of the deal. ultimately lead to the county width of the road would still cated by houses erected This information was still drain. The Drain Commisbe consistent the entire 400 closer to the road than needed for a decision. The sion usually tells the land should be, a problem created matter was tabled last owners along the drainage foot length of the street. month, and was approved, ditches, it is their responsiThe narrow street func­ before he owned it. The village attorney rec­ pending continued interest bility to keep the waterways tionally nearly landlocks a clean. parcel to the south for devel­ ommended keeping the util­ by the Rodgerses. Trustee Dan Erskine said Penfold commented last opment, which would re­ ity easements on any part of month that if the village the Kent County Road Coman abandoned right of way. mission had cleaned out The Rodgerses reportedly wanted to let the property want to sell the property, go, perhaps it should be sold both sides of 100th Street, which is next to the unused rather than abandoned. It is The county drain is the village right of way. The ad­ not required that the village county's responsibility only ditional width of the lot abandon or sell any of the to 33 feet from the center of the road, but if the county gained by the abandoned property. Meeting Schedule village property would make • The Council approved deals with maintenance of the parcel more attractive to Trustee Zandstra to be the any ditches beyond that, the The Middleville Village Council meets regularly on the sec­ a buyer. People may be less third authorized signator for Drain Commission assesses ond and fourth Tuesdays of every month at 7:00 PM. in the interested in the property if checks in the absence of an­ the land owners along the Council Chambers, except as may otherwise be posted in they face having to deal with other authorized. way. accordance with the Open Meetings Act Meetings scheduled the narrow strip in the fu­ One such privately owned • Ameritech is making for 2003 are on the following dates ture. If the village is not in­ progress on improvements ditch near 100th Street and July 8 & 22 January 14 & 28 August 12 & 26 February 11 & 25 terested in abandoning the to its building, Ayers re­ Kinsey passes through a September 9 & 23 March 11 &25 street, a future buyer of the ported. Spokesperson Mela- resident's yard. The Drain tive route around the area next to the elevator. Some people use the trail in winter for non-motorized access. Another idea of sending bikers down Main Street sidewalks and south along Lake Street to Kinsey is also deemed impractical and un­ safe because sidewalks are not wide enough for both. Village officials continue to look for ideas that will join the two trail sections, and will delay a grant appli­ cation for that portion until an answer is found. In other business last week, the Village Council: • Reviewed phase #5 of Glen Valley. Officials said continued efforts will be made to work with the schools regarding a walk­ way planned in a revised version of the Glen Valley plat. Trustee Chuck Audy said. "We always attempt to work with other jurisdictions, and would be open to their com­ munication." Village Manager Sandra Ayers has been in contact with school officials to learn their preferences about the walkway. The planned section of Glen Valley is located in the northwest corner of the de­ velopment. A walkway would be placed between lots 171 and 172, where children now walk on the way to Emmons Lake Ele­ mentary School. This is a change from a previous walkway planned to the north, near where the school bus barn is now located. The casement would be established to prevent chil­ dren walking in people's yards, but it would be paved only at the desire of the school. Eventually, after the new high school construction has M— VILLAGE OF April 8 & 22 May 13&27 June 10&24 October 14&28 November 11 & 25 December 16 Of The Middleville Planning and Zoning Commission meets reg­ ularly on the first Tuesday ot every month at 7 00 PM in Council Chambers, except as may otherwise be posted m accordance with the Open Meetings Act Meetings scheduled tor 2003 are on the following dates January 7 August 5 February 4 September 2 March 4 October? April 1 November 4 May 6 December 2 June 2 Trie Site Plan Review Committee of the Mtodtovtlte Ranrxng and Zoning Commission, and the Mkkfev^e Zoning Board ot Appeals meet on an as-needed basis in the Council Chambers Notices of ah as-needed meetings and meeting changes tor each ot these bodtos mi also be posted at the Village Office m accordance with appfreabie laws The pubic « welcome to attend and participate m any open session ot any of these bodies Proposed and approved meetng minutes ot each body tor either regular or special meetings w* be ava'iabie tor pubic inspection in the VH.age Offices dunng normal business hours in accordance with the Open Meetings Act. the Freedom ot Information Act. and other applicable laws ana related Village policies 303 January 16. 2003 VILLAGE OF MIDDLEVILLE OF Commission estimated it would cost about $1500 to clean it out. Village President Daryl Penfold said the village would not pick up the tab because the cost for all the waterways not on village property but within the vil­ lage limits would be far too much. • There have been recent complaints about snowmo­ biles driving on village side­ walks and in people's yards, and driving very fast. The village does not al­ low this. Penfold explained, and drivers can be subject to enforcement by the Kent County Sheriffs Depart­ ment. Residents observing this behavior are asked to call the sheriff. It is helpful to identify the number, make and model of the equipment if possible. • Don Miescn. a township resident, encouraged the council to work together with the township and the schools to meet the chal­ lenges ahead with people moving to Caledonia because of school, community, culture and faith. He said he liked the televising of public meetings and school sports events when he first moved here, but said that had been halted around 1999, with less communication between different groups. He said families had been damaged by failure to manage the important community TV as set. He said preserving the family environment ineluded use of the public cable TV channel to its fullest potential. "It’s time for a change," he said. "The restoration and maturity of that asset is the only thing that is going to reflect that." • Trustee Mike Maviglia. who is chairman of the Indcpendencc Day Celebration, asked for support from the community, both from the village and township to work on the event, now scheduled for June 28. Last year's celebration rcccived high acclaim from many who came to enjoy it, and with a few changes and cooperative effort, it could be even better this year. Volunteers arc cncouraged to call the village of­ fice at 891-9384. VILLAGE OF MIDDLEVILLE NOTICE OF PUBLIC HEARING PUBLIC HEARING NOTICE Please be advtsed the Village of Middleville Village Council w»M hold a pubfre hearing on Tuesday. January 28. 2003, com­ mencing at 700 p m or later, at Village offices. 100 E Mam Street. MxkSev^ie The purpose of this hearing is to consider a special use application by Crystal Flash. Inc , to establish, a fuel od, propane toeing depot on approximately 3.0 acres of land on tr® appbcabor The site fronts on the south side of Crane Road approximately 600 feet east of Grand Rapids Street Any interested persons may attend the pubfic hearing to express the* oprxon or write to the Village Council on this request at the address noted above The special use applica­ tion and accompanying site plan may be examined 9 00 a m 500 p m Monday through Fnday m Village offices Rhonda Fisk, Village Clerk 302 Please be advtsed the Village of Middleville Planning Commission wilt hold a public hearing on Tuesday, February 4, 2003. commencing at 7 p m or as soon thereafter as the mat­ ter can be heard The heanng will be held tn Village Offices, 100 East Main Street. Middleville, Mich The heanng ts to con­ sider a petition to rezone land at 515 and 611 Grand Rapids Street from R-1 Low Density Residential and Planned Unit Development (PUD) Districts to C-1 Central Business District and/or PUD The petitioners, David and Barbara Dykstra, are requesting the change in zoning District n anticipation of con­ structing a new budding to replace the existing 'Wright Shop* convenience store and pro/ide additional parking adjacent to the new building Any person interested tn this matter may attend the hearing and offer comments or write to the Planning Commission at the address noted above The petition application information may be examined at Village Offices 9 a m -5 p.m.. Monday-Friday. Ray Peters, Secretary Planning Commission 301 �The Sun and News. Middleville. Ml/January 21, 2003/Page 13 Going getting tough for Caledonia eagers The Caledonia varsity boys’ basketball team is in the thick of it. right now. Last Friday they visited Gold leader South Christian and fell 85-52, and this week they have three games starting at Unity Christian on Tuesday night, then a visit from the Wyoming Park Vikings on Friday be­ fore visiting Ionia on Satur­ day. “We’re in a tough stretch right now,” says Coach Ja­ son VanderWoude. “We knew before we started that we would learn a lot about our team in this stretch. Against South Christian, “I thought we played well. (South’s) just a pretty good team.” The Sailors jumped out early on the Scots, 29-7 at the end of the first quarter, and never looked back. Van­ derWoude said he like the defense his team played, and that offensively the Scots “got the shots we wanted to take, we just weren’t knock­ ing them down.” The Scots tried to take Sailor Derek VanSolkema out of the game a little bit, but with all their weapons, the Sailors didn’t miss a beat. VanSolkema finished the night with 16 points, but Rob White poured in 20 for South. Eli Cooley was the lone double digit scorer for the Scots. He finished the game with ten points. Abe Mulvi­ hill was right behind him with nine, and Greg Jousma and Ryan Rogers both fin­ ished with eight. “The guys are working hard. We know what we need to do. Though old hab­ its are hard to break, we’re gaining the confidence to play with these teams. And if they let us hang around enough, we could steal a couple of wins.” CHARTER TOWNSHIP OF CALEDONIA KENT COUNTY, MICHIGAN NOTICE OF ADOPTION OF ZONING ORDINANCE AMENDMENT AND SUMMARY OF THE REGULATORY EFFECT THEREOF PUBLIC NOTICE is hereby given that on January 15. 2003. the Township Board of the Charter Township of Caledonia. Kent County. Michigan, adopted an ordinance amending the Zoning Ordinance of the Charier Township of Caledonia, so as to approve the Scotsmoor Site Condominium Planned Unit Development The principal provisions of the amending ordinance can be summarized as follows: 1- Planned Unit Development The Scotsmoor Site Condominium Planned Unit Development (PUD) covers lands located on Johnson Street within the Township and legally described as follows The East 950.4 feet of the Southwest 1/4 of the Northwest 1 '4. Section 29 and that part of the East 950.4 feet of the Northwest 1/4 of the Southwest 1/4 of said Section 29 which hes north of the centerline of Johnson Street, except the East 197 feet of the South 186 feet thereof and also except the West 350 feet of the South 166 feet thereof. Town 5 North. Range 10 West. Caledonia Township. Kent County. Michigan 2 Land Use The planned unit development (PUD) must be developed only in accordance with the Final Development Plan, which consists of 76 site condominium units, for one single family detached dwelling each. 3 Access Access to the Development shall be from Johnson Street 4 Utility Services. Each lot in the Development will be served by the public sanitary sewer Fighting Scot Eli Cooley finished with a team high ten points against the South Christian Sailors on Fri­ day night. “Win or lose," says Van­ derWoude, the Scots at least need to start playing their kind of basketball. In the loss to South VanderWoude said the team felt much bet­ ter about the brand of bas­ ketball they played then in previous losses to Gold foes Wayland and Sparta. “We’re never happy with a loss, but SIGN DP FOR FDNJOIN A YABA-SANCTIONEP YOOTH BOWLING LEAGUE.' Saturday 9:30 am Young Adults 3 games Saturday 12:30 Classic Kids 3 games Kidstuff 2 games Bumpers 1 game Wednesday Wildcats 4:00 pm 3 games HAYE FUN. MEET NEW FRJENP5 ANP BE A GOOP SPORT. VOO COOLP EARN GREAT GARFIElP AWARP5 ANP EVEN BE EUGlBlE FOR VABA SOOlARShiPS- if we get beat and we’re playing well, then the other team deserves to win.” So far the Scots are 3-5 under their new head coach, with a 1-4 record in the Gold, but the new coach likes what’s happening in Caledonia. “The kids are great, in all three teams. The Middle School program is doing things we want to be doing at the varsity level in a couple of years.” Thursday Thunderbowlers 3:00 pm 3 games Junior Adult League Wednesday, Jan. 22nd 6:30 p.m. Kids Chib Saturday Jan. 25th 9:30 a.m. Junior Adult League Sunday, Jan. 26(h 12:30 p.m. AA& AL-ANON MEETINGS Caledonia - I OOth and M 37. A A meets Tuesdays 6:30 a.m.*, and Saturdays 10 a.m. Open Discussion Meeting. (Al-Anon meets Tuesday and Thursday at noon.) 9964 Cherry Valley f3, Caledo­ nia. Contact Jerry R. at 4379452. Monday, Friday, noon, 9669 Kraft Ave., Holy Family Church. AA open meetings. Tuesday and Thursday 5:30. (TFN) 2 games per *etk 14 weeks. SENIOR SOCIAL LEAGUE Bo»l»t IHlajn. S5.M Bo«K'off« SIM Bo« Hunch New 8 Week Session Middle Villa Inn 4611 N. M-37 Hw> • Middkt-iik 795-3640* 891-1267 1----------------------------------------------------------------- ----------- system and public water supply system. 5 Maintenance Plan for Drain. A Maintenance Plan for improvement of the Mahoney Drain is to be submitted to the Drain Commissioner, and the Drain is to be improved in accordance with the Plan, prior to issuance of any building permit for a dwelling in the Development 6. Other Provisions The amending ordinance contains other provisions concerning streets and drives; surface water drainage; landscaping; utilities, soil erosion and sedimentation control; garbage and refuse disposal; signage and outdoor street lighting, fire protection, open space; provisions pertaining to the master deed and bylaws of the site condominium, and other matters. 7 Effective Date The ordinance will become effective January 28, 2003 A copy of the ordi nance may be examined or purchased at the Caledonia Township offices. 250 Maple Street, within the Township, during Township office hours. Dated; January 17, 2003 TOWNSHIP BOARD OF THE CHARTER TOWNSHIP OF CALEDONIA CHARTER TOWNSHIP OF CALEDONIA COUNTY OF KENT, MICHIGAN NOTICE OF POSTING OF TOWNSHIP ORDINANCES PUBLIC NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that on January 20, 2003, the Township Cleric of the Charter Township of Caledonia posted the following ordinances of the Charter Township of Caledonia, each of such ordinances being an amendment in the Zoning Ordinance of the Township: • An ordinance to amend the home occupation provisions • An ordinance to amend provisions in the sign chapter • An ordinance to amend provisions on non-conforming uses • An ordinance to amend the Planned Unit Development (PUD) District • An ordinance to add provisions on home based businesses • An ordinance to amend provisions in the F Flood Plan District • An ordinance to amend provisions on parking, loading and access management • An ordinance to amend the Broadmoor/Cherry Valley Corridor Overlay District • An ordinance to amend provisions on private streets • An ordinance to add open space preservation provisions under Public Act 177 of 2001 • An ordinance to add provisions on sexually oriented businesses Al of such ordinances were posted in the following places m the Charter Township of Caledonia • Office of the clerk, Caledonia Charier Township. 250 South Maple Street, Caledonia, Michtgcn • Caledonia Printing Co. 9790 Cherry Valley Avenue • Kettle Lake Elementary School, 8451 Garbow Dove • Campau Comer 6785 Whrtneyvrfle Avenue. • Wrtcox Associates. 8180 Broadmoor Avenue • Fresh Start Cate. 9866 Cherry Valey Avenue Each of the above-stated ordinances was considered by the Caledonia Charter Township Board on first reading at a pubbe meeting of the Township Board on January 15, 2003. This notice ts given m accordance with Section 8 of the Charter Township Act and is author ized by a resolution adopted by the Caledonia Charter Township Board on January 15, 2003. Copies of the above-stated ordinances may be examined or purchased at the office of the Township Clerk. Caledonia Township and Village Haff 250 South Maple Street. Caledonia, Michigan Dated January 20, 2003 TOWNSHIP BOARD OF THE CHARTER TOWNSHIP OF CALEDONIA �Page 14/The Sun and News, Middleville, Ml/January 21.2003 Rural residential rezoning request has no opposition by Patricia Johns Staff Writer The Yankee Springs Plan­ ning Commission was able to take some time to catch its breath after several recent meetings filled with public comment. No one attended a public hearing last Thursday night, called to hear a proposal to rezone property at 460 and 480 Yankee Springs Road. David VanElst asked the commission to consider approving a change from the Agriculture Zoning District to Rural Residential. He explained that 25 to 30 years ago when the homes were built on the property, this was the way the split was approved. He and his brother intend to leave the homes on "large" 1 1/2- to 2-acre parcels and then have the remainder of the prop­ erty go back to the farm. In recommending this re­ quest. Richard Bcukema ex­ plained that this created con­ forming lots and reflected development in the area. Adding to the farm property is also positive for the town­ ship. he said. This rezoning request will go before the Yankee VILLAGE OF MIDDLEVILLE SYNOPSIS VILLAGE OF MIDDLEVILLE, MICHIGAN COUNCIL MEETING MINUTES DECEMBER 17. 2002 The regular meeting of the Village of Middleville, Michigan Council was called to order at 7:00 pm by Mr Lon Myers, Council President of the Village of Middleville, Michigan, in the Council Chamber of the Village Hall Members present Mr Floyd Bray. Mrs. Dorothy Cor­ son. Mr William Kenyon. Mr Michael Lytle. Mr Lon Myers. Mr Charles Pullen and Mrs Marilyn VandenBerg A Public Hearing was held for the pur­ pose of hearing citizen comment regarding the proposed FY2003 Budget, Minutes of the Novem­ ber 26, 2002 meeting were ap­ proved as written The Agenda was approved as written Mr. Clair Miller, Earth Tech, submit­ ted the monthly report ACTIONS TAKEN 1. Agreed to send the Village Manager and Village Planner to the MEDC seminar at a cost of $20 on a motion made by Mr Pullen and supported by Mrs. VandenBerg. 2. Approved purchase of the MEDC Community Guide at a cost of $200 on a motion made by Mr. Lytle and supported by Mrs VandenBerg. 3. Approved Resolution #02016, FY2002 Budget Adjust­ ment Resolution #3 on a motion made by Mr. Bray and sup­ ported by Mr Pullen. Roll call vote resulted in all Ayes 4 Approved Resolution #02017, FY2003 Budget on a mo­ tion made by Mr Lytle and sup­ ported by Mr Bray Roll call vote resulted in all Ayes 5 Approved Resolution #02018, Water Commodity Rate Ad- justment on a motion made by Mr Bray and supported by Mr Lytle Roll call vote resulted in 6 Ayes and 1 Nay with Mrs Cor­ son voting against the motion. 6 Appointed Donna Stagray to the Housing Commission on a motion made by Mr Kenyon and supported by Mr Bray 7 Approved the invoices dated December 13. 2002 in the amount of $54,987.51 on a mo­ tion made by Mr Pullen and supported by Mrs. VandenBerg 8 Accepted the contract with the Village Manager effective November 26. 2002 on a motion made by Mr Lytle and sup­ ported by Mrs VandenBerg 9 Approved the contract with the DPW on a motion made by Mr. Lytle and supported by Mrs VandenBerg. 10. Approved the Final Plat for Rolling Oaks Estates on a motion made by Mr. Bray and supported by Mr. Pullen. 11. Approved the Drainage District Agreement for Rolling Oaks Estates on a motion made by Mr. Pullen and supported by Mr. Bray. 12. Authorized the Village President to sign Assignment of Lease on a motion made by Mr. Pullen and supported by Mrs Corson. 13. Recommended the appli­ cation for Class C liquor license tor toe Middle Villa Inn on a mo­ tion made by Mr Bray and sup­ ported by Mrs Corson. 14. Adjourned toe meeting at 8:45 p.m on a motion made by Mr. Bray and supported by Mr Kenyon. Respectfully submitted, Rhonda L Fisk, Clerk The complete text of toe min­ utes may be read at the Village Hall between the hours of 9 00 a m. and 5:00 p.m . Monday through Friday. Springs Township Board for approval in February The commission ap­ proved new procedures mandated by the State of Michigan which require no­ tification of adjoining town­ ships and counties when the master plan is amended. Bcukema discussed doing this on a yearly basis since there is so much paper work that will draw out the proc­ ess. Once every five years the master plan will have to be updated in its entirety. Kay D development will be bringing its plans for the property on Norris and Shaw roads to the Feb. 20 commission meeting. In other Planning Com­ mission business, the new officers for the coming year will be the same as the offi­ cers who headed the com­ mission in 2002. Bcukema will continue as chair. Frank Fiala is vice chair and Cathy Strickland is secretary. The next commission meeting will bve at 7 p.m. Thursday, Feb. 20. in the Yankee Springs Township Hall. Thornapple Twp. break-in suspect sentenced to jail Timothy Nelson, 30, of Clarksville, was sentenced to serve one year in jail with credit for 95 days served, 24 months probation and com­ munity service work on his conviction of third degree home invasion. Nelson is accused of breaking into a Thornapple Township home Sept. 30 with Jonathan Richardson to commit malicious destruc­ tion of property in retalia­ tion against the homeowner. In exchange for the dis­ missal of additional charges, Nelson agreed to testify truthfully against Richard­ son. Richardson. 20. of Clarks­ ville, pleaded guilty, how­ ever. to second degree home invasion. He is set to be sentenced Feb. 6. CALEDONIA TWP. BOARD Regular Meeting CALEDONIA TOWNSHIP BOARD January 15. 2003 Present: Harrison. Cardwell Bravata. Bujak. Robertson, and Stauffer. Absent Snyder Also Present Planner Man­ ager Zytstra. UA Pierson. Deputy Clerk Palmer and several citi­ zens Supervisor Harnson called the regular Caledonia Township meeting to order at 7:00 p m Supervisor Harnson led the Pledge and invocation CONSIDERATION OF THE AGENDA: Moved Harrison, sec­ ond Bravata to remove item 8B Open Space Preservation - 2nd Read Ayes: All MOTION CAR­ RIED. Moved Harnson. second Bravata to add item 9F - Posting in lieu of publication. Ayes: All MOTION CARRIED. Moved Cardwell, second Harrison to add 9G - Medical Reimburse­ ment Plan for 2003. Ayes: All MOTION CARRIED. Moved Harrison, second Bravata to add item 9A1 - Right Place Presen­ tation regarding tax abatement. Ayes All MOTION CARRIED. Moved Bravata. second Cardwell to add item 9H - Public Safety Advisory Board appoint­ ment Ayes: All MOTION CAR­ RIED. Moved Cardwell, second Harrison to add item 9I - Copy Machine Ayes: All. MOTION CARRIED. Moved Cardwell second Harrison to add item 9J - Phone coverage. Ayes: All MOTION CARRIED. PUBLIC COMMENT: Nick Unger of 223 Johnson, dis­ cussed toe Scotsmoor Site Con­ dominium PUD. CONSENT AGENDA: Moved Harrison, second Stauffer to ap­ prove the consent agenda minus the approval to pay bills Ayes. All MOTION CARRIED. INQUIRY OF CONFLICT OF INTEREST: None REPORT FROM BOARD OF­ FICERS AND STAFF: None CORRESPONDENCE: None SCOTSMOOR SITE CON­ DOMINIUM PUD - 2ND READ­ ING: Discussion was held. Moved Bravata, second Cardwell to adopt an ordinance to amend the Zoning Ordinance of the Charter Township of Caledo­ nia - Scotsmoor Site Condo­ minium Planned Unit Develop­ ment with the stated amend­ ments. Roll call vote. Ayes: All. MOTION CARRIED. TAX ABATEMENT PRESEN­ TATION: The Right Place Pro­ gram. Birgit Klohs gave a pre­ sentation regarding tax abate­ ments and the positive impact they have on communities and on the state. Job retention is the overall stated goal for toe orga­ nization. She reviewed Act 198 and how it «s implemented by local governments tn order tor the state economy to compete with neighboring states STREET LIGHT REQUEST RIVERTHORN WAY AND 84TH ST.: Public comment was re­ quested. none taken Discussion was held regarding pnvale in­ stallation vs public installation Item tabled ANDRONACO CONDEMNA­ TION RESOLUTION: Moved Harrison, second Bravata to adopt a resolution of necessity and to approve declaration of taking for acquisition by con­ demnation of certain property nghts tor the Northwest Sewer and Water project with imple­ mentation Friday if there is no resolution before then. Roll call vote Ayes All MOTION CAR­ RIED. UTILITY BUILDING & FIRE DEPARTMENT: Moved Harn­ son. second Stauffer to have Pro-tech handle the asbestos abatement Ayes All MOTION CARRIED. ADMINISTRATIVE POLI­ CIES & PROCEDURES GRANT INCENTIVE: Discus­ sion was held. Moved Cardwell, second Bravata to adopt pro­ posed provision to the Adminis­ trative Policies and Procedures manual, adding prior approval by the employee's immediate su­ pervisor and the Board reserves the nght to go outside and hire a professional grant water at their discretion Ayes: Harnson. Cardwell and Bravata Nays: Buiak Robertson and Stauffer MO­ TION DENIED. BARBER SCHOOL BUDGET AMENDMENTS - RENOVA­ TIONS: Moved Harrison, second Stauffer to allow renovations at the Barber School at a cost less than $4,000 Ayes All MOTION CARRIED. WEB PAGE PROPOSAL RE­ VIEW: Discussion was held. Bill Dryer and Doug Kelley from the l-Serv Company discussed a couple of options. Don Miesen of 7081 Cherry Valley stated he would like to be on a committee Moved Harrison, second Cardwell to appoint Jill Cardwell, Richard Thacker and Elaine Vetting, and Don Miesen to a committee to review Web page proposals Ayes All. MOTION CARRIED. PUBLICATION OF TOWN­ SHIP ORDINANCES: Moved Harnson. second Cardwell to adopt a resolution determining that publication of Township ordi­ nances may be made by post­ ing in lieu of publication in local newspaper Roll call vote Ayes All MOTION CARRIED. MEDICAL REIMBURSE­ MENT: Discussion was held Moved Harnson. second Robert son to pay $1 500 00 tor medical reimbursement through payroll divided equally into each pay pe­ riod Ayes Harnson Bravata. Bujak. Robertson and Stauffer Nay Cardwell MOTION CAR­ RIED PUBLIC SAFETY ADVI­ SORY BOARD APPOINTMENT: Moved Harrison second Bra­ vata to appoint Bill Thornton and Kim Quest to the Public Safety Advisory Board Ayes All MO­ TION CARRIED COPY MACHINE: Discussion was held Tabled PHONE COVERAGE: Dis cussion was held regarding who should back up the receptionist with the phones BOARD COMMENTS: Bu(ak discussed the bounty for grant recipients Cardwell discussed the Thornapple Developers set­ tlement and the payment from the insurance company Harri­ son discussed a survey that he had sent out and he now has a booklet that shows the re sponse Bravata discussed the township building a Habitat house and requested anyone who has a piece of land to come forward. PUBLIC COMMENT (EX­ TENDED): Kris Apol. on behalf of the Historic Committee, thanked the Township for the ability to repair the Barber School, and she also discussed the grant opportunities Don Miesen of 7081 Cherry Valley Township discussed the tax abatement and thanked the Board tor their hard work Dick Crissman discussed tax abate ments and the sign ordinance ADJOURNMENT: Moved Stauffer, second Bravata to ad­ journ Ayes All MOTION CAR­ RIED. See us for color copies, one-hour photo processing and all your printing needs. 1351 N. M-43 Hwy., Hastings. At the gray barn 2003 Buick LeSabre 16” Alloy Wheels, AM/FM/Cass/CD combo. Luxury package includes: • Rear View Compass • Lighted Vanity Mirror • Traction Control • Power Seats Passenger/Driver • Moisture Sensor Wipers • OnStar • Theft Deterrant • and more! MSRP Delivered $28,990 Bill Seif Discount $2,440 nnn Rebate i Hus Tax. Tide 8c Plarcs GM family & employees enjoy additional raving’ Bill Seif Chevrolet Buick w»va», 4 MeanMaa, in 8 Thur*a»r4 »4 9 12 00 S M-37 IN HASTINGS - 616-945-2425 1-800-235-2425 �The Sun and News. Middleville. Ml January 21. 2003/Page 15 Scotsmoor finally wins approval benefit of the PUD lands by Ruth Zachary and other lands." Staff Writer • "The applicant shall pre­ The Caledonia Township Board finally approved the pare ... a Maintenance Plan Scotsmoor Planned Unit De­ for the Maloney Drain to the velopment Jan. 15, after five extent of that portion of the years of debate over impact drain district," in the PUD. Applicant Gene Szpeinski is of the residential project. The Scotsmoor PUD is to to make efforts to cooperate with the schools, to the end be located on the village boundary east of Kraft and that if possible they would just west of the school's jointly prepare a mainte­ Community Education nance plan covering the en­ tire Maloney Drain District. Building and sports stadium • The maintenance of the It would be accessed off drain, in accordance with the Johnson Street. Approval was given to plan, subject to the approval adopt the PUD with the fol­ of the Drain Commissioner was to be completed prior to lowing conditions: • The development, as a the issuance of a building part of the drainage district permit for any dwelling in flowing to the Maloney the PUD. • "The Maintenance Plan Drain (under the old railway near the PUD and schools) shall include proposals or was found by Kent County procedures for the future Dram Commissioner Roger continuing"... upkeep of the l^aninga that "improvement drainage district that con­ and maintenance of the sists of the PUD lands. • A copy of the proposed drain is required to accom­ plish more fully the drainage plan is to be submitted to of surface waters for the Township Planner Dave Scot JV eagers off to a hot start The jayvcc Fighting Scot boys’ basketball team im­ proved its hot start Friday Jan. 10 with a 59-53 victory over Wayland. It was also the Scots’ fourth straight conference victory to start the season. Tyler Ybcma poured in 14 points in the contest to lead the team. Dan Jennings tossed in ten points, eight of them in the final quarter. Leading the team on the glass was Daniel Spitzley with ten rebounds. Jennings and Ybema both added six boards. Also for the Scots Bryan VanAuken put in six of his seven total points in the fourth quarter. Ryan Stephan put in six points and gave the team a great defen­ sive boost. Tuesday, Jan. 7, the Scots topped nonleague foe Port­ age Northern 51-22, and Coach Paul Nixon said his tc *m played excellent de­ fense. Caledonia kept Port­ age off the score board in the second quarter. Jennings led the Scots with ten points. Tyler Ybema had an excellent all around game with eight points, seven steals, six as­ sists, and five rebounds. Mark Ward came off the bench for the Scots to lead them in rebounding with eight. As a team, Caledonia had only 12 turnovers in the con­ test, and outrebourtded Port­ age 36-23. Over Your Head In Debt? LIQUIDATION-REORGANIZATION Bankruptcy Michael J. McPhillips Saturday Hours 8 * m. Noon 945-3512 Appointments Available in Caledonia Zylstra at the same time as it is submitted to the drain commissioner. Trustee Bill Bravata, who made the motion, said he and Trustee Richard Robert­ son had gone to the drain to investigate the problem. Bravata had even crawled into the tile. Robertson said he had talked to Jack Fitzsimmons, whose property is holding the backup waters from the drain. The inlet side was 18 inches deep, while the outlet side had no water, indicating a blockage. A letter from Vista Tech Engineering said the culvert and drain had been cleaned out., "It’s not true," Robert­ son said. The letter promised the Maloney Drain would be cleaned out. Robertson rea­ soned that if one statement was not true, why believe the other? Requiring the drain be cleaned and creat­ ing an ongoing maintenance plan before issuing building permits seemed to be the an­ swer. Robertson pointed out the problem of traffic had been modified by the developer in making the street a cul-desac opening out solely on Johnson, rather than routing school buses through the de­ velopment. He said the PUD was esti­ mated to generate 860 auto trips per day from the 76 homes, and Glen Valley, with more than 200 homes by comparison, generates about 2,650 trips, not count­ ing commercial traffic, onto M-37 with cars going 60 mph, which was a much more dangerous intersection. He projected after future changes on the school cam­ pus, the traffic on Johnson would decline, and more traffic would travel via Kraft and 84th Street. Township Supervisor Bryan Harrison said the alignment of Duncan Lake Avenue with the Scotsmoor outlet had a number of prob­ lems. He said he tried to hold a meeting with the Kent County Road Commis­ sion and the schools, but the property is not owned by these parties. "It's hard to run a drive­ way across property you don't own," he said. "The developer was comfortable with the driveway where it was," and the Road Com­ mission had given approval to the placement. The town­ ship does not give driveway permits, he said, even though he agreed it would be nice if alignment could be arranged. He said the problem "was not caused by this developer." Supervisor Harrison said traffic was the expected im­ pact of higher densities re­ sulting from growth. Harrison said the public utilities justified the density assigned to the area where Scotsmoor is to be con­ structed. R-l density was planned for in the master plan, which preceded the one now in effect. He said the future town­ ship storm water ordinance would help achieve what was wanted in the drainage district. Developer Szpeinski questioned the expectation for PUD responsibility for the entire drainage district. Planner Dave Zylstra said the PUD would be responsi­ ble for the share of the drain maintenance assessed to it. The plan and the ongoing maintenance would be over­ seen by the drain commis­ sioner. Bravata said. He said the township and the drain commission both allocate funds to annual maintenance as well. Harrison said like public roads, the community must be charged for roads driven on. because it would be un­ fair to assess only the owner with road frontage. Each neighborhood must keep its share of the waterways clean, not just those where the drains and culverts are located. "It’s tentative to deter­ mine who should pay.” the supervisor said. “But once it's cleaned up. it's a lot eas­ ier to maintain." He said most residents want their neighborhoods to be kept clean and thought there would not be a problem. Robertson pointed out that intense development places a unique burden on the drainage system, more than other rural residential areas. Szpeinski said he agreed storm water maintenance had to be carried on by neighborhood associations of each new development. Harrison said the Szpein­ ski had met numerous re­ quirements which had suc­ cessively "raised the bar" on what was expected from the beginning of the process un­ til its end. Village officials requested a solution for the problem­ atic entrance planned for the Scotsmoor PUD. delivered to the Township Board two days after their council meeting Monday evening. Jan. 13. The village request was made in the form of a reso­ lution delivered by Trustee Nick Unger to township of­ ficials Jan. 15. The resolution stated, the Village Council of the Village of Caledonia hereby requests the Caledonia Township Board deny the Scotsmoor proposal until such time as drainage prob­ lems are fully resolved, the roadway that serves it is aligned with Duncan Lake, and the 25-foot buffer zone is clearly defined in accor­ dance with township zoning requirements." Harrison asked Unger if the Village Council had noted these issues during the township master planning process three years before, in regard to the density which related to the traffic generated from the PUD. Unger was unable to an­ swer fully. He explained that the public hearing and plan­ ning commission discus­ sions had been held on the same days as the Village Council meetings. He said a previous resolution oppos­ ing the Scotsmoor plan had been sent to township offi­ cials and staff. Planner/Manager Dave Zylstra said he could not re­ call if a communication from the village had been given to them. No other public comment was made. �Page 16ZThe Sun and News. Middleville. Ml/January 21.2003 Communication is concern after Scotsmoor process by Ruth Zachary Staff Writer One of the issues emerg­ ing out of the Scotsmoor PUD request and approval Jan. 15 in Caledonia has been over communication between the jurisdictions in­ volved. Intentions for communi­ cation and attempts to com­ municate about the impacts are said to have been made, but some people still believe communication fell down. Nevertheless, opportuni­ ties to weigh in on the sub­ ject have been numerous, as all these meetings of the township and planning com­ mission were public, and usually all township topics arc announced in local newspapers. Often no one commented to the body dealing with Scotsmoor at the appropriate time. A review of the steps over five years to get Scotsmoor approval are itemized be­ low: • Developer Gene Szpcinski requested the rezoning for a residential PUD in De­ cember of 1997. • Scotsmoor was put on the back burner until August 2001, when Szpeinski brought an informal plan back to the Planning Com­ mission. A density of 76 sin­ gle family homes on 38 acres was proposed, fewer than the original 82 homes. Next door, some densities within the village were as high as 2.9 units per acre in some instances. Szpeinski said nego­ tiations with the Caledonia School District had led to new possibilities for connec­ tion of utilities, making the project feasible. Township resident Fred Fleischmann immediately objected to the 53 school buses proposed to be routed through the development, the non-alignment of the drive with the Duncan Lake intersection, the proposed use of the old community education site as a library', prevention of a possible by­ pass for village traffic, in­ creased traffic and safety­ problems and drainage prob­ lems on the neighboring Fitzsimmons property. Fleischmann said a buffer next to the school stadium was needed and pointed out the township zoning ordi­ nance for PUDs specifies a 25-foot perimeter buffer. Szpeinski has maintained throughout the process that ’ trees on the property would provide adequate screening. Village President Daryl Penfold also commented on the development, and the potential effects of traffic on the already busy JohnsonDuncan Lake corner. Pen­ fold questioned the setback planned between the houses and the school sports arena. Most commissioners agreed a four-way intersec­ tion at Duncan Lake was the preferred solution. Commis­ sioners asked for another traffic study, and input from a traffic engineer as well. • On Sept. 10 the commis­ sion recommended prelimi­ nary approval of the Scots­ moor PUD provided the drainage issues had been re­ solved. It was opposed by Com­ missioner Wally Bujak early on, over impacts on the vil­ lage. The schools were repre­ sented at the meeting, and the district was said to be in favor of the planned connec­ tion of Scotsmoor to a drive through the school campus. HOURS: M-Th 5ain-9pin; Fri. 5am-8pin Sat. 8ani-2pm; Sun.9ain-3pni 9175 Cliem Valiev. Ste. K Caledonia, 891-2994 Later, the Planning Com­ mission public hearing on “I think we need to make more substantial efforts to build some kind of relationship with the township and with the school system.” - Chuck Audy, Caledonia Village Trustee the matter occurred at the same time as the Village Council members’ meeting, preventing their attendance. Village residents told Bujak they were not happy they had not been included in the procedure. He said village officials had not been con­ tacted and their con cerns were not included in the de­ cision making process. Bujak voted against ap­ proval. but the request nev­ ertheless was recommended by the Planning Commis­ sion. • On May 15. 2002, the proposal came to the Cale­ donia Township Board for the first reading. The board said unresolved drainage problems, unknown traffic and safety impacts and the lack of an adequate buffer between the Scotsmoor PUD and surrounding areas re­ quired a second look by the Planning Commission and it was sent back to the Plan­ ning Commission. The board did not want to ap­ prove the project while po­ tential problems remained unresolved. At that meeting. Bujak re­ ported the Planning Com­ mission public hearing on Scotsmoor had occurred at the same time as the Village Council meeting, preventing their attendance. • After the request was re­ viewed again in June 2002, commissioners moved to ask for a meeting between the developer. Gene Szpeinski. & ALIGNMENT • Complete Frame Repair • Professional Color Matching Loaner Cars • Front End Alignment • Collision Repair • Glass Repair Call... (616) 795-9596 All Makes and Models All Insurances Welcome | \ Owned and Operated by... Bruce Bender 415 2nd Street Middleville and township, school and village representatives to try to work out all the issues in­ volved. Manager Planner Dave Zylstra agreed to facilitate such a meeting. Another air­ ing with the Planning Com­ mission would be held fol­ lowing that. A letter of in­ formation was to be sent to the village. A meeting was to be ar­ ranged. and the result was to come back to the commis­ sioners before recommenda­ tion of the rezoning would be given. Failure to involve village citizens and officials contin­ ued through the Planning Commission meeting Aug. 5. Notices were received with a mailing date after the meeting date. Township officials later explained that the office is understaffed, and many things get delayed. The meeting asked for be­ tween the schools, Szpein­ ski. village officials, plan­ ning officials and Township Planner Dave Zylstra to re­ solve community issues in­ volving the development was not held. Zylstra said such a meet­ ing can be requested, but people cannot be forced to participate. • After the delays in May and June by both the board and commission, the Plan­ ning Commission recom­ mendation was made Aug. 5 with conditions, for the landscape buffer, a positive review by the township en­ gineer, Wilcox Associates, and a copy of the written agreement with the schools for road maintenance among others. It was believed most of the drainage issues were re­ solved. Duncan Lake corner alignment was determined not to be possible. Because of the terrain and because underground power and ca­ ble lines on the corner of the Community Education building, the planned street through Scotsmoor could not be aligned with Duncan Lake Avenue, which ends at Johnson. Planning CommissionerTrustee Wally Bujak voted against the recommendation. He expressed continued doubts about the traffic problems created by the de­ velopment and this particu­ lar plan. Bujak said there was a need for joint community planning of roads, sewer and water between the schools, the village and the township, looking at the larger picture for the long term. • At the Aug. 12 Village meeting, Village President Daryl Penfold also com­ mented that the village had not been contacted about the plans for the development, the street and the potential effects of traffic on the a ready busy Johnson-Duncan Lake comer. Village officials resolved to appeal the proposal be­ fore the measure came be­ fore the township board on Aug. 22. They focused on the safety issues created by the school comer where Duncan Lake intersects with John­ son. Village officials had only recently achieved a three-way stop at the inter­ section with cooperation of the Sheriffs Department and the Road Commission. They seemed to agree that adding yet a third intersection out of Scotsmoor onto Johnson would further impact safety of the drivers and school children walking to multiple destinations. It was hoped some differ­ ent plan might be agreeable to the board, or worked out between the village and the developer. Officials stated intentions of writing letters to the Township Board, and of at­ tending the meeting Aug. 21. Village Planning Com missioner Bill McNeilly said more citizen involvement was needed regarding many issues like the emerging plan for Scotsmoor. in which little or no village in­ put had been received. An appeal was made to village citizens to get involved and to contact the board and to attend the meeting to ex­ press their ideas. • The pending request was postponed by the Caledonia Township Board Aug. 21. The board told developer Szpeinski to work things out w ith community representa­ tives or to come back with a plan with private roads that end in a cul de sac rather than to open onto school property. • The Village of Caledo­ nia passed a resolution Sept. 9 requesting the township denial of the Scotsmoor re­ quest "until such time as drainage problems are fully resolved, the roadway that serves it is aligned with Duncan Lake and the 25foot buffer zone is clearly defined." The resolution re­ portedly was sent to town­ ship officials. Penfold again said the vil­ lage had not been involved in the planning of the pro­ ject. Penfold suggested all the parties involved, the de­ veloper, the schools, village and township representa­ tives discuss the problem and see if the costs were really prohibitive, or if the costs could be shared. He would like to achieve a prac­ tical solution "without creat­ ing undue hardship." • The Tow nship Board on Dec. 18 completed the first reading of the long proposed Scotsmoor planned unit de­ velopment (PUD.) The Kent County Road Commission had approved the driveway on Johnson Street, which would not align with Duncan Lake Avenue across Johnson, but would create three separate intersections ’on Johnson within a short distance, ob­ jected to by those opposed to the proposal. The storm water runoff problem was said to be solved, but questioned by others. It was said the addi­ tional impervious surfaces in the concentrated residential area would flow toward the property of Jack Fitzsim­ mons. where water was al­ ready backed up from the Maloney drain. • On Jan. 13. The Village Council passed its resolution opposing approval of Scots­ moor. Trustee Chuck Audy said. "Clearly of the three issues presented in this resolution, the most important is the roadway issue and the traffic this thing is going to gener­ ate. "All of these issues have­ n’t been reconciled. It was my assumption they would have been by ’he time of the first or second reading" he said. "We need to make a last ditch effort on this Scots­ moor thing. If we’re not suc­ cessful as a village, trying to get something done, then I guess it’s our citizens’ turn, if they feel there is a prob­ lem here, they need to step up." • The Scotsmoor PUD was approved on Jan. 15. Getting additional changes is a moot point, now that it has been approved. It is puz­ zling to study the chronol­ ogy of Scotsmoor from re­ quest to approval, with many stated intentions to promote communication, to see how often it seems not to have occurred. • It may not be too late, however, to improve the traffic problems along John­ son Street if the jurisdictions involved are more effective in working together in the future. As Village Trustee Chuck See Scotsmoor, page 18 THORNAPPLE AREA ENRICHMENT FOUNDATION Our Hometown Charitable Organization MISSION: To enrich and enhance the quality of life in the Thornapple Area by acting as a leader and catatyst in the evolving needs of the community. For scholarship and chantable grft information, please write Io: P.O. Box 164 Middleville, Michigan 49333-0164 tktaef @ hotmail.com �The Sun and News. Middleville. Ml/January 21. 2003/Page 17 Joint meeting, continued from page 11 trespass off the property. • Building standards in the Broadmoor/Cherry Val­ ley Corridor Overlay Dis­ trict may likely be tied to approval to get a building permit. The commissioners re­ ferred to the colorful exte­ rior of a large structure in a prominent location along M37, which was recently erected in non-conformance to the aesthetic standards of the commission, even though these goals had been included in the ordinance. The setbacks from the highway arc to be farther away from the road than be­ fore. A problem for vacant business locations still exist­ ing between others which are now located close to M37 was mentioned. Anyone building there would not want to be farther back, it was said. "What is there now is not what we want in the future," Warner said. In time, old structures would be obso­ lete. and would hopefully be replaced with others at a greater distance from the highway. Space for widening M-37 in the future is another con­ sideration. • Private street regula­ tions. were liberalized from the previous ordinance. Where additional home owners want to build on an existing unpaved driveway, they will be required to pave the addition to the private street. The old section of road may not be as wide as the new section. The deci­ sion was made to be fair to the existing owners. The old section in front will carry the wear and tear of the traf­ fic of the owners living be­ yond it, requiring mainte­ nance. a potential problem. In the future, private maintenance agreements will be required in order to construct a private street. Building permits will not be issued if an agreement is not in place. • Sexually oriented busi­ nesses were discussed briefly. One resident pointed out there is more than one association that certifies and approves the training of massage therapists and prac­ titioners. One is the Massage Therapy Association and the other is the American Body­ work and Massage Practitio­ ners. Only certified therapists and practitioners are to be allowed to offer massage in the township, and such op­ tions are defined so as to be available for health and healing and not miscon­ strued for unapproved kinds of activities. Harrison said there had been one inquiry related to locating an adult business in the township. The ordinance chapters included on the Jan. 15 con­ sent agenda were: 1. Home Occupations. 2. Sign Provi­ sions, 3. Non-conforming Use Provisions. 4. Planned Unit Development Districts. 5. Home Based Businesses. 6. Parking. Loading and Ac­ cess Management. 7. Broad­ moor/Cherry Valley Corri­ dor Overlay District. 8. Pri­ vate Street Regulations, 9. Sexually Oriented Busi­ nesses. 10. Open Space Preservation and 11. Flood Plains. Warner stated his opinion that more had been accom­ plished while working with Attorney James Brown than with the consultant hired to help with the ordinance. The commissioners have worked steadfastly to revise the or­ dinance. meeting as often as three times a month to work on the details. From Our Readers Local Citizens Speak Out On Issues Bulk fuel facility doesn’t fit in To the editor: It is with total disregard for the health and happiness of its citizens that the Mid­ dleville Planning Commis­ sion approved a special use permit for the Crystal Flash Corporation to develop a bulk fuel facility to be located within the village limits in the Middleville In­ dustrial Park that borders Crane Road. It is here in the pristine meadows of Middleville that our Planning Commis­ sion has agreed to have buried four tanks with the capacity of holding 30,000 gallons each of fuel oil. gasoline and diesel fuel. Above ground they have ap­ proved of one 30.000 gallon tank for propane gas along with an area for tank storage and an office building. We are being told that our con­ cerns about air pollution, ground contamination, noise and increased traffic are in­ consequential and sec­ ondary to Crystal Flash's desire to locate in our re­ naissance zone in an attempt to save the company thou­ sands of dollars by taking advantage of tax incentives This is not the kind of business that was envi­ sioned to be enticed to our town by the establishment of a renaissance zone. It will not enhance the quality of life here by bringing jobs or revenue to the area. It will, however, add to increased truck traffic along with in­ creased air and noise pollu­ tion. Trucks will travel through the village on Snowmobile troubles increase in Middleville are increasing this winter. by Patricia Johns Councilwoman Dorothy Staff Writer Barry County Sheriff’s Corson said, “I think the problems are worse this Department Sgt. Tony Stein and several village residents year." One problem seems to be complained to the Mid­ dleville Village Council last unsupervised young people week about problems with who may not know the rules. snowmobiles. Village President Lon Stein said complaints about snowmobiles not stay­ Myers told Stein to enforce ing on the trail, causing the laws and give citations damage to mailboxes, front instead of just warnings. lawns and even the field at While agreeing it may just McFall Elementary School be a few “bad apples” mak­ ing it bad for everyone, Stein said he will check with the Department of Natural Resources to see if its snow­ Dan Genther, Licensed & mobile would be available for patrols. Insured Electrician The snow did make it eas­ ier for the Department Pub­ lic Works to get caught up. Service Upgrades Residential Wayne Winchester an­ Troubleshooting Light Commercial nounced that the department would continue to pick up New / Remodels Cell (269)838-8758 Christmas trees through the Ph/Fax (269)795-4879 Middleville, MI 49333 end of the month. The de- Yankee Electric Clearly You Will See The Difference uality Auto Glass ® 110 Johnson St. • Caledonia • 616-891-0150 Mobile Service • Direct Billing of Insurance • Certified Technicians Complete Auto & Truck Glass Service "There s Vo Substitute for Quality9 ED'S BODY SHOP OF CALEDONIA, INC Complete Collision Service • Autos & Trucks 110 Johnson St. • Caledonia, Ml 616-891-0150 ANOTHER GREAT HOME TOWN SERVICE partment was able to com­ plete a sidewalk inventory. In other Village Council business last week: County Commissioner Jim French announced that the Solid Waste Committee is working to schedule a hazardous waste pickup in the village with a tentative date of Sept. 13. The Village Council will hold a public hearing at the beginning of the Feb. 28 meeting to hear public com­ ment on the possible bulk fuels facility proposed for the industrial park. At the next meeting the council will review a lease agreement with the Thor­ napple Area Parks and Rec­ reation Commission for softball fields and volleyball courts at Spring Park. A public hearing has been Court dismisses charge against Baby Bliss owner One felony count of ag­ gravated stalking charged against Middleville Baby Bliss owner Charles Lee Edkins was dismissed Jan. 2, Prosecutor Gordon Shane McNeill confirmed last week. Edkins, however, remains on probation in Kent County for a similar offense, McNeill said. “Recent evidentiary prob­ lems arising in the People’s case likely preclude proof of guilty beyond a reasonable doubt at trial, although the People are comfortable with the culpability of the defen­ dant’s actions,” said McNeill on a court docu­ ment dismissing the charge. The charge was dismissed without prejudice meaning the case could be re-opened at a later date. “It’s not that it didn’t hap­ pen,” said McNeill. “It’s more of a he said, she said’ situation.” He added that no violence was alleged. set for the proposed special assessment for the parking area. Negotiations are still ongoing with the business owners affected by this pro­ posal. The council learned that the village is participating in the Main Street program through the Michigan Eco­ nomic Development Corpo­ ration ( M F. I )( ’ ) l\ I SOfUM | evaluations will take place over the next two weeks and sent the dates for this year’s council meetings. Meetings will be held on the second and fourth Tues­ days at 7 p.m. through No­ vember. Only one meeting will be held in December, on the 16th. Grand Rapids Street adding to the heavy traffic that al­ ready exists from the Brad­ ford White factory. There is the potential for ground and water contamination, not to mention the possibility of catastrophe of gigantic pro­ portion. Property values in the surrounding area are bound to be negatively af­ fected. Why don't our village planners suggest to Crystal Flash that there alread) ex­ ists an abandoned fuel facil­ ity in Middleville that may be suitable to their operation on M-37? If this is not suit­ able. Grand Rapids has heavy industrial sites that have already been polluted by industry where the pres­ ence of a bulk fuel facility would have much less nega live impact than it would have here. How does approval of this type of heavy industry that is adjacent to residential neighborhoods fit in with the master plan for the vil­ lage of Middleville', I am continually battled by deci­ sions made by Middleville Village Planners There is a lot of time and money being spent on a master plan and a design theme for the village but they are of no use if common sense does not pre vail. The village planners and council are accountable to the residents of Mid­ dleville and should be so re­ minded. Let them know how you feel. Lon Myers is the village president. His address is I(X) East Main in Middleville. His telephone number is 795-3385. 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Middlebush and the Trojans won the Mustang invitational On the day Middlebush smocked four aces as part of her 23 total service points, was second on the team with 25 kills, and got the job done defensively with 68 digs in four matches. The Lynn Denton Agency 4695 Middleville Rd. Hl N. Main St. M-37, Middleville, Ml Nashville, Ml 1*800443*5253 517*852*2005 MAKING YOUR FUTURE MORE PREDICTABLE FAfttf BUREAU INSURANCE 'AftN OUMAU ItUTUAl * I ARM BUMAU • FARM BURf AU Gf MtRAl South Lyon, and Mid­ dleville. Portage Northern took the pool and went onto the Gold Division finals be­ fore falling to Yale. The Huskies downed Caledonia 15-6. 15-4. but the Scots other two matches were much more competi­ tive. They gave the Trojans a run for their money in a 11-15. 12-15 loss. Against South Lyon the Scots pushed the Lions, but couldn't get the last few points in a 11-15. 14-16 loss. The tough Byron Center Bulldogs ended the Scots day with a 15-12, 17-15. victory once elimination play got under way. Last Thursday in O-K Gold action the Cedar Springs Red Hawks avenged their earlier season lost Scotsmoor, continued from page 16 against Caledonia by taking the first two games 15-5, 15Audy said, referring to the at the top. Duncan Lake ening Johnson Street. This 4 from the Fighting Scots. would be extended, and Scotsmoor issue, perhaps could involve the county, In the contest Caledonia communication had fallen School Street would be village and township be­ was led in kills by Crystal down. abandoned between Johnson cause all had a share in the Rabley with four. Brooke "I think we need to make Street and Main Street. roads involved. Ziesemer had 5 assists, and more substantial efforts to "This would be much This could solve some of Molly Conway served four build some kind of relation­ safer and much more condu­ the problems caused by aces for the Scots. ship with the township and cive to traffic flow. It would three intersections on John­ This week the Scots visit with the school system.” remedy some of the extra son within a short distance, tough Gold foe Wyoming During the Jan. 13 discus­ traffic on Johnson, because which are expected be cre­ Park Thursday, then host sion. Village President traffic would be shared by ated by occupation of the Hastings on Monday Jan. Daryl Penfold alluded to a Duncan Lake. Johnson and Scotsmoor PUD. possible option to extend Main. It would mitigate a lot Main Street to the west of the problems we would through the area now occu­ run into with that cul-de-sac pied by school buildings (Scotsmoor) dumping onto eventually to be abandoned Johnson Street." by the end of 2004. "I know it is a township "It would do a couple of project, not a village project, things. You wouldn't be but I feel this affects the vil­ S1M OFF All Hot stopping on slippery roads, lage much more than it af­ Tub Covers yielding on a hill, but you fects the township." s10 or more would stop on a flat level. Village Manager Sandra "You would have a new Ayers said a township resi­ OFF intersection of Duncan and dent had suggested a similar 5th Pail Bromine *30 Main. School Street would idea to extend Main Street. Audy said it was an idea not be a safe stop. I think Call for additional prices that whole intersection could that shows a lot of vision. Free home delivery Trustee Unger said such be rebuilt." Call Nick Wieringa at 795-9013 Main would be extended an idea could include widThe Scots Bnttany Garbow (7) sends a spike over the outstretched arms of the Trojan block­ ers. with some help at the front from Brooke Ziesemer (9) and Jenna Knight (13). (Photo by Brett Bre­ mer) Saturday the Scots hosted the Caledonia Invitational, although it was a good day of volleyball, the Scots were unable to score a victory . Caledonia went 0-4 on the day. falling three times in pool play then in the first round of the Silver Division tournament. In pool play the Scots had to take on Portage Northern. EXPRESS POOL & SPA SUPPLIES Most Filters �The Sun and News. Middleville. Ml/January 21. 2003/Page 19 CMS 8th-grade eagers finish year undefeated by Cathy L. Rueter Staff Writer The Caledonia Middle School eighth grade boys purple and gold basketball teams finished their season undefeated. The purple team tri­ umphed twice against Coopersville, Middleville, Byron Center, Hamilton and Godwin during the season. They were also victorious with one game each against Jackson Park and the previ­ ously undefeated Newhall (Wyoming). The players for the eighth grade purple team were Brian Wilder, Jason Harp. Eric Duryea, Ross MacGre­ gor, Kevin Coolman, Jeff Donnell, Tyler Rea, Alex Johnson. Devan Jennings. Logan Burrows. Jackson Price, Brcnnen Batdorff, Andrew Schiably. Mike Schmidtkc and Ryan Nedry. According to the teams’ captain. Ralph Sheffcrly, CMS physical education teacher, “This group of young men have been unde­ feated for two years in mid­ dle school competition. They will be competing with many of these schools at the varsity level in the new alignment of the O-K league in the future. So sending a solid group makes the future look bright.” Ixading scorers for this past season for the purple team were Jeff Donnell. An­ drew Schiably. Ross MacGregor and Brennen Batdorff. Leading assist makers were Ross MacGre­ gor and Tyler Rea. Leading free throw shooters were Kevin Coolman and Andrew Schiably. The gold team, coached by CMS careers and math teacher Ken Demeuse. also went undefeated, playing two games each against Middleville. Hastings, Ham­ ilton. Byron Center. 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Mi/january zi, zuua Trojan spikers having some Saturday success The Trojan varsity volley­ ball team went 1-1-1 in pool play at last Saturday’s Cale­ donia Invitational, then bat­ tled through the Silver Divi­ sion tournament to the fi­ nals, where they met up with an old foe. The fellow O-K Blue By­ ron Center Bulldogs forced the Trojans to a second place finish in the tourna­ ment’s second tier with a three game victory. TK ran away with the first game 153, but the Bulldogs re­ sponded to take the next two, 15-7, 15-11. The Tro­ jans are still trying to find a way to best the Bulldogs. TK reached the finals with wins in the Silver tour­ nament over Parchment and Creston, and the Trojans Trojan Katie Dorland rises up to try and stuff a Scot shot. (Photo by Brett Bremer) overall record now stands at 16-7-6. Parchment pushed the Trojans to three games in the semifinals by stealing the first 17-15. but TK fought back to take the final two 15-11.15-12. In the quarterfinals, the Trojans swept past Creston 15-6. 15-10. TK’s day started in pool play with matches against Portage Northern. Caledo­ nia, and South Lyon. Port­ age Northern Huskies took the pool by topping all three of its opponents. The Hus­ kies got the best of TK 15-1, 15-1. TK fared better against Caledonia and South Lion. The Trojans took a pair of games from the Fighting Scots, 15-11, 15-12, and split with South Lyon 6-15. 15-9. From the pool South Lyon and Portage Northern moved on to the Gold Divi­ sion tournament, while the Trojans and Scots went to the Silver. Portage Northern reached the Gold Division finals where they fell to Yale in three games. It was the second straight strong Saturday for the Tro­ jans. Jan. 11. TK took the top spot at the Mustang Invi­ tational hosted by Grand Rapids Baptist. TK went 4-0 on the day with the help of strong serv­ ing and the return of senior Just think! Only 2 months 'til Spring! 99 Chew K25OO Silverado 03 Pontiac Vibe Rachel Clinton sets it up as teammate Rachel VanderMeer rushes up to the net. (Photo by Brett Bremer) Megan Dutcher. Dutcher led the team in kills on the day with 32 kills. “Junior Mallory Egolf is handling serve receive and back row duties for Dutcher,” says Coach Cindy Middlebush. “Mallory is be­ coming a reliable player for us.” Egolf had 32 digs on the day for the Trojans and was second on the team in serv­ ice points with 26, behind Melissa Potts’ 30. Both girls had five aces. Senior setters Potts and Rachel Clinton got things done passing for the Tro­ jans. Potts had 32 assists in the tourney, and Clinton 28. Cary Middlebush got down for 68 digs, and was second on the team with 25 kills. She also connected for 23 service points on the day, as the Trojans served 95percent as a team. Rachel VanderMeer was a perfect 35 for 35 serving. With their strong play the Trojans didn’t drop a single game until they met up with the Mustangs in the finals, where they fell in the opener 11-15 before taking the last two 15-8, 15-11. It was the second time the two teams had met on the day. The first was a 15-6, 15-12 Trojan tri­ umph. In the semifinals the Tro­ jan victory came 15-10, 15-6 over West Michigan Chris­ tian. TK opened the day by downing Allendale 15-3. 155. Last Thursday the Trojans edged past Belding for a conference w in. 15-12. 15-5. Trailing 6-12 in the first match the Trojans ran out of substitutions. “We had to leave our setter. Rachel Clinton in the front row and middle hitter Sara Wolf came in to play all the way around.” said Cindy Middle­ bush. “We had to call a time out at 11-12. Belding wasn't able to score after that. It was an exciting match and a real test for our athletes to play under some adverse conditions.” Clinton led the team with 10 assists. Potts had 8. as well as four aces and seven digs. Dutcher scored 13 kills, and Cary Middlebush 7 to go along with 10 digs. Van­ derMeer had seven digs in the win. This Thursday the Trojans will try to take down the Hamilton Hawkeyes at home in another tough league contest. After that the Trojans travel to Delton Sat­ urday Jan. 25 for an invita­ tional. Call 945-9554 to place your Sun A News ACTION-Ad! Reach over 11,000 au homes YOUR ONE STOP WATER STORE LS 4x4. 5.3 V-8, automatic Only BEST PRICE, QUALITY, SERVICE 99 Chev Suburban 02 CMC K15OO HD GAVIN • Chevrolet • Buick • Pontiac 795-3318 • 891-8151 M-37 North of Middleville. Across from Middievilla SERVICE HOURS: � https://barrycountyhistoryportal.org/files/original/25/713/SunandNews_2003-01-28.pdf 1d1509320cb5cbbda201b76efaaf80d7 PDF Text Text HASTINGS PUBLIC LIBRARY 121S CHURCH ST Yoik Hometown Newspaper Sen/ing Middleville and Caledonia Areas 132styear Middleville. Michigan 49333 No. 5/January 28, 2003 Caledonia Schools sell 2003 refunding bonds funding for just this year things ready?" Noble replied, "Yes. You Next year's projected (state) can thank Judi for all of this. shortfall is even more grim. Some people arc going to It’s a lot of work." Stauder said. "Another want to know why we can t reason why you were able to use some of the $3.9 million take advantage of this (sale) that we just saved through is because Judi started look­ the refinancing. But we - Paul Stauder, financial advisor ing at this about six months can’t because, according to Stauder, Barch & Associates ago. She was aware that we the State of Michigan, we had a narrow window to can’t co-minglc funds. In­ hit." (The transaction must stead. (the taxpayers) will be vantage." Ann Noble, manager of be completed by the end of paying less, than they would Board President. Bob municipal finance for the have, had we not refinanced. February.) Bergy said in a separate in­ A.G. Edwards & Sons bro­ According to the press re­ In an independent inter­ kerage firm. said. "It’s like terview, "It is like refinanc­ view with Dean, she ex­ lease from the district, "the refinancing a mortgage. You ing a mortgage; on a much district’s 2003 refunding plained in more detail about refinance to save money." larger scale." the sale of the bonds. bonds, having a final matur­ During the meeting, board Noble explained that the "The bonds were priced on ity of 2022. a repayment Caledonia School District is member William Harrison the 16th of January (with a term of approximately six third in a line of about 50 asked, "The fact that we’re contingency of school board years, were sold at a true in­ schools wanting to refinance third, is that because we did approval). The approval of terest rate of 4.52% (downat this time. "It’s to your ad­ our homework and had the sale occurred when the from 5.78%). Given the board acted to approve the economy’s current low in­ pricing. Once approved, the terest rate and the district’s board then had to sign each strong credit lating, the in­ terest expense on the dis­ one of the bonds.’’ They will be delivered to trict’s refinancing was $3.9 million less than the pay­ the buyers Feb. 6. Dean further explained ments prior to the refinancBut one of the most pleas ­ at an open house at the fire busy for the staff of Thor ­ by Patricia Johns that "the Caledonia school See refunding bond, pg. 2 napple Township Emer­ station. Drawings of the fa­ urable parts of their year district is losing $160,000 in Staff Writer happened this past week cility and information is also The several weeks leading gency Services. when the McFall Elemen­ Information about the up­ on display at the Township up to the bond vote Tues­ tary School kindergarten coming vote was available Hall during business hours. day, Feb. 11. have been classes donated $658 to TTES. The money came from gifts to teachers at McFall at Christmas. This tradition of many years has allowed determined,” Konarska said. by Patricia Johns TTES to purchase equip­ In a letter dated Jan. 16, Staff Writer ment especially sized for The Thornapple Kellogg State Budget Director Mary children. No decision has been School District is in for a re­ A. Lannoye informed school made on a purchase of spe­ duction of $191,479 or superintendents across cific equipment yet. $63.97 per student because Michigan that since there If the bond issue is ap­ of state budget cuts that are “insufficient funds to proved Feb. 11, there will be were announced earlier this support the enacted State School Aid budget” she had plenty of storage for new month. supplies. Tk Superintendent Kevin notified the legislature that The six large equipment Konarska is waiting to see payments to districts will be bays in the new station will how budget adjustments will prorated beginning in March. Lannoye informed accommodate all the present affect the local schools. pumper, tanker, rescue “It is obvious to me the superintendents that she and truck, brush trucks and up to promises the members of the the governor are willing to three ambulances. There is State Legislature made work with the legislature on also space for future equip­ about freezing school foun­ the pro-rata reductions of ment. dation grants at $6,700 per the remaining fiscal year' The lower level for up to student will not be kept,” he 2003 school aid payments. The legislature must act six full-time personnel in­ says. cludes. sleeping rooms, “We know that we will within 30 calendar days or lockers, exercise room, have to do some belt tight­ six session days to prevent showers and a day room. ening, but to what extent we See TK schools, pg. 2 According to TTES Chief have to tighten has still to be Mark Marentette, if the growth of the community continues, TIES, along with the townshio. would proba­ bly consider a second station in another part of the town­ Turf issue gets complete airing, ship in order to provide bet­ schedule is possible ter service. Caledonia Township survey results The new facility on Rail­ compiled road Street would not be en­ larged. Road repairs, not taxes wanted in The big check for $658 reflects the big hearts of McFall kindergarten families. Any Thornapple Town­ The money was donated in lieu of gifts to kindergarten teachers at Christmas. Irving Twp. survey ship resident with questions Representing the entire kindergarten are (from left, front row) Devon Markas, ‘Threat of gravel mining’ almost as bad can caH 795-7202 or 795Ethan Scobey, Ben Raab. Joseph Chen, Ales Hause. (center row) are Jake Ben­ 3350. as gravel mining by Cathy L. Rueter Staff Writer The Caledonia Board of Education last week ap­ proved the sale of 2003 re­ funding bonds after hearing a report on the proposed sale and expected savings. The bonds are being is­ sued to refinancing the school district’s outstanding 1992 school building and site and refunding bonds and the 1993 Refunding Bonds and to pay the costs of issu­ ing the bonds. According to a press re­ lease from Caledonia Busi­ ness Manager Judi Dean, in preparation for selling the 2003 Refunding bonds, the district requested an evalua­ tion of its credit quality through Moody’s Investors Service and Standard & Poor s Rating Service. Working with fi­ nancial advisor Stauder. Barch & Associates, the dis­ trict learned of its outstand­ ing ratings of "A2" and "A." The agencies cited strong fi­ nancial management and budget controls, stable en­ rollment and a growing tax base as the basis for the high ratings. "Should (the board) ap­ prove this sale.” said Paul Stauder of Stauder, Barch & Associates, Inc. (financial advisors), "the savings are tremendous. Your taxpayers will benefit from this. We’re very pleased with (the pro­ posed sale.)" “Should (the board) approve this sale, the savings are tremendous. Your taxpayers will benefit from this. We’re very pleased with (the proposed sale).” TTES accepts kindergartners’ donation State budget woes to affect TK schools In This Issue jamin, Maddy Verhey. Altx Hail, TTES representative Lesa Hadley (third row) Ja­ cob Butler, Megan McKeown-Roempke, Rachael Rmgelka and McKenna Judkins. �Page 2/The Sun and News, Middleville. Ml/January 28. 2003 Refunding bond, continued from page 1 ing. This interest cost reduc­ tion will be passed on to the district’s taxpayers through lower debt payment over the next 19 years." The law firm serving as bond counsel was Thrun. Maatsch and Nordberg. P C. Noble said "Caledonia Community Schools bonds were very well received by the bond market. We saw high levels of demand. The bond sale was well timed to take advantage of low inter­ est rates and maximize sav­ ings to the taxpayers." During the meeting, the board was also honored in observance of “School Board Member Recognition Month/ Superintendent LD CE teacher, in addition Douglas Busman read a to .5 LD DE: Jim Klomparresolution by the State ens as the eighth grade girls Board of Education to honor volleyball coach and Pam Spitzley as the seventh board members. Appreciation banners, grade volleyball coach. Res­ made by Caledonia Middle ignations for Terry Baker School sixth- through (ninth grade baseball coach) eighth-graders during their and Lauren Wright (eighth lunch periods, were hanging grade volleyball coach) were on the wall of the CMS accepted. meeting room. The National Melissa Hutchens was Junior Honor Society made hired as the transportation cards, including the photog­ secretary and was intro­ raphy. that were given to the duced to the board that eve­ board members. Members ning by Transportation Di­ were also given a gift pen. rector Judy Truer. Several employee chan­ The board conducted a fi­ ges were accepted during nal reading and adopted the meeting. The board hired new/revised policies as pro­ Kerry Fernandez as a .325 posed by Neola Inc. Policies TK school board sets work sessions Members of the Thornap­ ple Kellogg Board of Educa­ tion have set the Monday night meetings of Feb. 24, March 24 and April 28 as work sessions on policies. These meetings begin at 6 p.m. in the Thornapplc Kel­ logg School and Community Library. The work sessions will focus on the updating of the board policy. The review of this policy began in Novem­ ber. A second work session was held Jan. 27 to work on the third chapter of the pol­ icy. The suggestions made by NEOLA are reviewed by the board’s policy commit­ tee previous to the work ses­ sion. The board will continue to hold its regular meetings on the second Monday of the month, beginning at 7:30 p.m. The next regular meet­ ing is planned for Feb. 10. TK schools, continued from page 1 the reduction from taking ef­ fect. Over the next 30 days, the budget estimate reductions will be made final and schools should be notified how it will affect them. Fol­ lowing Gov. Jennifer Granholm’s announcement that current school funding would be impacted in the middle of the school year, several estimates have been floated. Konarska said that the district had already been planning on the freeze for the next school year, but now the local schools will have to tighten their budget a bit further. In the same letter Jan. 16, HelloI am excited to have joined the Contempo Salon team, specializing in color and design. My husband and / are residents of Caledonia, and he is the Youth Pastor at H rightside Church. / hope you'll come see me at Contempo soon! ., ~ | ^ONTEMPO c^LON 616-891-1093 9J51 Cherry valley, Caledonia Village Centre Lannoye estimated that available revenues are short by approximately $365 mil­ lion. This equals about an 11 percent reduction in funds not specifically protected by law. These funds include Pro­ posal A guarantee payments (1995 foundation levels). Headlee mandated special education and school lunch payments. Durant settlement payments and federal grants. “We are fortunate that we have a fund balance that should allow us to weather this economic downturn in a fiscally responsible way. We are already discussing the reductions we may need to make next year.” Konarska says. In the estimated fiscal year 2003 K-12 proration re­ duction the Delton Kellogg School District will have a reduction of $178,538 or ap­ proximately $70.05 per stu­ dent. In Hastings the reduc­ tion totals $233,783 or an estimated $64.79 per stu­ dent. that were revised are #1400 Right to Know. #3362.02 Place Safety. Job Descriptions. #2261 Ti­ Work tle I Services (revised #4362.02 Work Place Safety codes). #2261.01 Parent Par­ - Support Staff and ticipation in Title I Pro­ #5111.01 Home less Students grams. #2416 Student Pri­ - Students. Replacement policies in­ vacy and Parental Access to Information. #2700 Annual clude #2531 Copyrighted Education Report. #3120 Works. #3217 We apons. #4217 Weapons - Support Employment of Professional Staff. #4120 Staff. #5772 Weapons - Stu­ Employment of Support dents and #7217 Weapons Property Staff. #5780 Student Board member Harrison Rights - Students. #6110 Federal Funds. #7455 Ac­ commented that "this was a counting system for Fixed very thorough evaluation," To which Superintendent Assets. #8330 Student Re­ cords - Operations. #8350 Busman added his thanks to Confidentiality - Operations the Policy Committee. "There were a lot of new and #9130 Public Com­ (policies.)" Painstaking ex­ plaints - Relations. New policies include amination and evaluation #2261.02 Title 1 - Parent’s must go into the reviewing and adoption of each new. revised or replaced policy. Before the end of the meeting, the board met in closed session to discuss the annual evaluation of the su­ perintendent. The meeting was closed at the request of Superintendent Busman as allowed by Michigan School Law 15.268c. In a separate interview. Board President Bergs said. "We discuss a lot of things. If there are any complaints, we discuss those too. “Overall (Busman) meets or exceeds all* the expecta­ tions of the board. Doug does a super job. He’s good at what he does I don’t know how else to elaborate on it any more than that." GFWC Gun Lake members to attend Legislation Day Seven members of the General Federation of Women’s Clubs (GFWC)Gun Lake Area will attend the annual GFWC Michigan Leadership and Legislation Day Conference in Lansing Monday and Tuesday, Feb. 10 and 11 at the Sheraton Hotel on Creyts Road, Lans­ ing. Attending leadership seminars will be Judy Smith, club vice president, and Linda Molitor, recording secretary. They will also at­ tend Legislation Day festivi­ ties along with Fran Leon­ ard, club president; Marjory Richards, past president; Frances Mlynarchek, educa­ tion department chair; Ruth Perino, art department chair, and Lucille Hecker. The leadership workshop, headed by Patty and Art Ward, will be held Monday with a registration cost of $10 payable to GFWCMichigan. Legislation Day registration fee is $10 and lunch is $15. On Legislation Day the women of the General Fed­ eration of Women’s Clubs Michigan will travel the "Avenues of Awareness for Better Mental Health." The event is chaired by Dorothy Dykema, legislation chair, and member of GFWC La­ dies Library Association of Kalamazoo and Sherry Wellman, president of both the ABC Grand Ledge women’s club and GFWC Ml Southwestern District and Leonard, who is public­ ity chair for the event. Opening proceedings will be at 9:45 a.m. with a wel­ come to attendees and guests from Michigan GFWC President Joan Macklin and introductions by Dykema. Morning speak­ ers will include Jeff Patton, executive director of Kala­ mazoo Community Mental Health Services; Don VanderKooy, CEO, Kalama­ zoo’s Family & Children’s Services; Rosalie Novara, president of McKerchcr Re­ habilitation (MRC) Indus­ tries, Inc.; John Grib, clini­ cal director for senior serv­ ices, Kalamazoo & Calhoun Counties, and Dr. Prem S. Prasad, chairman. Mental Health Services, Veterans Administration Hospital. Battle Creek. Lunch will follow a ques­ tion and answer period. In the afternoon, at­ tendees will hear from Mark Reinstein, executive direc­ tor. Mental Health Associa­ tion in Michigan; State Rep resentative Barbara Vander Veen (R-Allendale) and Senator Virg Bernero (D Lansing). Time is set aside for questions and answers During the event, displays will be set up from GFWC Ml supported Girlstown. GFWC Ml Education Foun­ dation and GFWC Ml Jun iors. Local clubs will invite their legislators to join them for lunch Registration dead­ line for both events is Feb. 3, 2003. Checks, made out to GFWC Michigan, should be sent to Christine Hueb­ ner, GFWC Ml financial secretary, 930 Huron, East Tawas, Ml 48730. Over night accommodations at the Sheraton Hotel can be paid for on an individual basis and made directly with the Continued next page Caledonia Community Schools Young S’s & Kindergarten Registration Caledonia Community Schools are taking registrations for Fall 2003 Kindergarten and Young S’s (lasses beginning February 3. 2003. If your child is new io the district and will be five years old on or before December 1.2003, please contact Michele or Karen al the Administration office for a packet. 891 8185 or email at zoetnCacaledonia.kl 2.mi.us. If you currently have children in the district please contact the elemen tary building secretary where your children attend for a registration packet. Packets are also available at Caledonia Early Childhood Preschool and Kids Korner .Childcare. JBJ �The Sun and News, Middleville. Ml/January 28. 2003/Page 3 Turf issue gets complete airing, schedule possible by Patricia Johns Staff Writer Doing what is best for Thornapple Kellogg School District students will be the measuring stick as Board of Education members deter­ mine whether a change to synthetic turf at TK’s foot­ ball field is the option they choose to take. TK Superintendent Kevin Konarska heard the concerns of residents at second com­ munity forum last Wednes­ day, Jan. 22. He and Ath­ letic Director Mark Uyl also discussed options during the first meeting of the Business Advisory Committee Jan. 21. Konarska. Uyl, mainte­ nance supervisor Gary Thaler, and school board members Nancy Goodin and Dan Parker traveled to Den­ ver for a site visit to an in- From previous page Sheraton (517) 323-7100. For additional informa­ tion contact event chairs Dykcma al (269) 343-5176. Wellman at (517) 626-6582, or publicity chair Leonard, (269)795-8731. stallation of this artificial turf. This trip was paid for by the synthetic turf manu­ facturer; there was no cost to the local district. They will report on this visit at an upcoming school board meeting and use the information gathered to help make the decision whether to go with synthetic turf or upgrade the natural grass soccer filed and fix the drainage for the football sta­ dium. Goodin and Parker serve on the board’s construction committee. Athletic field improve­ ment was part of the bond issue. It included an upgrade to the current soccer field. Additions would include bleachers, lights and a pub­ lic address system. The drainage and field would be improved to meet Michigan High School Athletic Asso­ ciation requirements. The TK program also would begin charging ad­ mission at soccer games this year, following the lead of the members of the O-K Gold Conference. Varsity soccer games may be sched­ uled in the evenings, which makes it easier for parents to attend. The idea of installing arti­ ficial turf on the football field originally was rejected because the cost of $600,000 to $800,000 paid by other high schools was considered prohibitive. Konarska, board member Marty Wenger and Uyl stressed that after the bond election, some residents no­ tified the district that there was a possibility of working with an artificial turf com­ pany willing to reduce the price considerably to get into the market in the Mid­ west. The estimate of $450,000 is in line with what the district had budg­ eted for the athletic field im­ provements. Uyl has done considerable research and checked more than 35 references as the district has explored this op­ tion. The district learned that shifting soccer fields from one field to another main­ tains the original intent of the bond issue and is allow- “The turf option is exciting because because both football and soccer kids would play in a 5,000-seat lighted stadi­ um with no use limitations. With band students allowed to practice on the field, even more students would benefit." - Kevin Konarska, TK Superintendent able. Uyl also has looked into the question of injuries. “The information I have is only a snapshot but it seems that injury rates are compa­ rable or even less for some injuries on natural turf fields.” Uyl looked at research at a school district in Texas with both synthetic and natural turf fields, and The University of Nebraska, which was able to compare natural grass, new style syn­ thetic and the older much harder “Astroturf’ style of synthetic field. The GMAX (hardness) ratings for this new style of synthetic turf are 90-110 which is equal to that of natural turf. Konarska also brought up the concerns raised by some residents that spending money on athletic fields in a time of state budget cuts was not the best use of funds. However bond issue funds can go only for capital im­ provements, not operations. The district cannot use any of the $24 million approved in September to make up for the cuts in the foundation funds being cut by the gov­ ernor. No money in the bond is­ sue for academic areas would be reassigned if the district should decide on the synthetic turf option. The district would go out for competitive bids if they were to decide on this op­ tion. The athletic field up­ grades will be a separate package for the bid process. Konarska summarized the issue, "Staying with the original plan to upgrade the soccer field continues to be an excellent option since the costs and history of main­ taining natural grass are known." He also reminds residents that both the foot­ ball and soccer field would require re-seeding after im­ proving drainage and will not be available to be used until the new grass is ma­ ture. Athletes would need to wait at least one season be­ fore playing on new grass. “The turf option is excit­ ing because both football and soccer kids would play in a 5,000-seat lighted sta­ dium with no use limita­ tions.” Konarska said. “With band students allowed to practice on the field, even more students would bene­ fit.” One question that has been raised at all the meet­ ings discussing this option is whether scheduling will be more difficult. Uyl supplied the residents at the Jan. 22 meeting with a schedule for the fall of 2003/2004. If both the soccer and football fields remain with natural turf the district will have to limit use to about 88 days per year. Use by physi­ cal education classes, band and community groups like youth soccer and 78er foot­ ball would be very limited. With one synthetic sur­ face field. Uyl estimates it could be used up to 205 days per year. According to the schedule during the week of Sept. 8. 2003 the field would be used during the school day. Monday-Fri­ day by physical education classes. After school on Monday. Wednesday and Friday it would be available for soccer practice right af­ ter school. The football pro­ gram would use it for prac­ tice on Tuesday and Thurs­ day. A home freshman soccer game is scheduled for Mon­ day late afternoon with band practice on the field from 6:30 to 8:30. On Thursday varsity and junior varsity games would be held against Hastings The freshman and JV football games are scheduled at Hastings that night. On Friday the varsity Continued next page JAmerican Legion Posr Caledonia Food Events for February All events start at 5:30 p.m. • Public Welcome l February 14, 2003 ; Prime Rib February 28, 2003 Fish Fry 616-891 -1882 1 MILLER MEANS... SOLD! 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Scheduling may take extra care in future years but the effort would be worth it to ensure that more students could have access to a pre­ mier competition site. According to Uyl, if the synthetic option is chosen more than 81 percent of stu­ dents at the high school would use the field as part of physical education or band classes or from com­ peting on football, soccer or track teams. Teams could use their same shoes if the synthetic option was selected. In addition there was a question about Michigan State University changing from artificial to natural turf. In conversations with staff at MSU. Konarska said the change was made because the university does a lot of research into turf and natural turf fits more with that mis­ sion. MSU also has developed a system for natural turf to allow damaged portions to be removed and new ones installed. This system would not work for a high school. This system uses ground rubber and not sand as an in­ fill material. It requires only once a month maintenance and lines are permanent. Uyl also showed an esti­ mate of savings over 10 years which would help the district prepare to replace the field. There was also a discussion of the need to find alternative playing sites if the natural turf option was selected. Other concerns voiced by those at the meeting were making sure that upgrades to the baseball field and tennis court were still part of the band issue. The athletic fields are still being de­ signed by the Tower Pink­ ster Titus architectural firm. The design is trying to mini­ mize earth moving and grad­ ing while making the base­ ball field alligned properly. If the decision is made in February to go to synthetic turf, the district will have to discuss ways to make this a See turf issue, pg. 6 0ainld t LOCAL CHURCH DIRECTORY ALASKA BAPTIST CHURCH A Living Church - Serving a Living Lord Morning Worship 9 .30 a m. Fellowship Time ........10:35 a m. Sunday School.............................1050 a m. Evening Praise . . .6 00 p.m. WEDNESDAY Family Night 6 30 p.m 7240 68th Street, SE - Caledonia 2 miles east of M-37 Pastor, Dr Brian F Harrison Youth Pastor Kevin Stiles C 0 M M Ul I 1 T t H U 8 C H a place to belong a place to become (Contemporary, Casual, Non-denominational) Sunday Morning Wonhip 9 30 it 11:00 a m. Youth Ministry 891-0576 Now meeting In our new building at II75 Broadmoor* Rrv Mu harl Slowed. Dad Pastor Joe Cipcti, Worship Leader Denny Houma. Youth Pastor Church Office 616-891W Visit out web site www bnghtside org CALEDONIA CHRISTIAN REFORMED CHURCH “A Church with a caring heart for our community and the world" Sunday Worship .......................... 9:30 am. and 6:00 p.m. (Child & Adult) (Dunng the School Year) FIRST BAPTIST CHURCH OF MIDDLEVILLE M-37, north of Middleville • 795.9726 Bruce N. Stewart. Senior Pastor Tim A. Vine. Asst. Pastor "Youth Douglas G. Beason. Visitation Pastor Gary leaver. Music Minister Pastor David Stewart. CE Children s Pastor Sunday School Sunday Morning Worship Service . Sunday Evening Service Wlnevlay Mid-Vfcdc Prayer Word of Life Chibs 9 45 a m. 1IOO a m. 600 p.m. 6 45 p m. 6:45 p.m. MIDDLEVILLE CHRISTIAN REFORMED 708 W. Main Street Morning Worship Service Sunday School Evening Worship Service 10:00 a m. 11:15a.m. 6:00 p.m. Ret'. E. Anthony Sikora Church: (616) 795-2391 Rev. Torn DeVnes. Pastor - 795-9901 Services at 930 a m. and 6 p.m. O 10 AM Sunday Morning 3449 - 76th St. S.E., Caledonia 698-9660 Church Office: (616) 891 -1512 M-37 at 100th St Rev P Adams Phone 891-8440 Sunday School for ages 3 yr. thru 6th grade: Sr. High, Sun. 6:30 pm Jr. High. Sun. 6:30 pm CALEDONIA HOLY FAMILY CATHOLIC CHURCH GUN LAKE COMMUNITY CHURCH 12200 West M l79 Highwav (Chief Noonday Road) Wayland. Ml 49348 • 795-7903 Meeting you, your friends, and your family — right where you're at - through: Kraft Avenue at Johnson Street Rev. Dave LeBlanc, Pastor Phone 891-9259 Saturday Evening Mass ... .5:00 p.m. Sunday Mass . .9:00 a.m. & 11:00 am. CEIje ® ID ^EletboDiSt Cljurd) 5590 Whitneyville Ave., S.E. Aito, Ml 49302 Relevant Messages Dynamic Music Quality Quid Care and Programs Worship Hours. 9:00 a m and 1030 am. Rev. Royle Bailard, Pastor Phone 868S437 Rex Norman Kohns (616)891-816? u « u cakdomaumc org ALASKA CONGREGATION 814b 68th St Lakeside M-37 between Middleville & Caledonia CHRISTIAN REFORMED Sunday Worship: 8:30 a.m. Traditional 11 a.m. Contemporary 6 p.m. Praise/Bible Study Community Churcn A Place for Family & Fnends 6201 Whitney> die Avenuc. Allo 930 am. 10 45 am 600 p m 868-0391 Located in Leighton Township Corner of 2nd Street and Is 2nd Avenue Sumin Monung Yorshqa 9 45 am K30 am. Tradtaaeui It 15 ut Conamparan Praise Singing 10 50 a m Sumin Xhtd far .AB Gjr- Morning Worship 11 00 am Sumin Evening Sen ar 5*J0 p m FT Fnends Pre xhoct-xa 6 jO pm Wed Fellowship 7:30 pm AduhBideStudi Pastor E.G. Frizzell Church Ph. 6/6-868-6810 • Pastor J Ph 6/6&'-674<J Tethksdn Nursery & children's activities during all services. Programs for all ages For more information: (616) 891 -8119 wwu pgacechurch cc Seiner near WhrtneyviSe Ave Church School. Sunday Preaching the Living Word Serving The Risen Lord Sunday School ....................... 9:30 a.m Sunday Morning Worship 10:30 a.m. (Jr. Church & Nursery available* ) Emmons Lake Elementary 8950 Kraft SE, Caledonia Rev. Dennis Ross Church: (616) 86H-7425 UNITED METHODIST CHURCHES Middleville - Parmelee 9:30 am. Middleville Morning Worihp Sunday School (AcMts) Nursery - Grade 5 Grades 6-8 Sunday Evenrgs Grades 9-12 Sunday Evenngs Grades 6-12 Wednesday Evenings COMMUNITY Leighton Church CotHimniitvof SS. CYRIL and METHODIUS CATHOLIC CHURCH 1100 am 9 45 a m. 1100am. 5006 15pm 6 30-800 pm 600-7 30 p m WAYFARER Contemporary Worship Sunday School for All Ages K erang Worship Pastor Roger Buhman • Church Office »»» iakesidecommumty org Church Office 616-891 -8669 •Fax 89|«t>48 Office Phone 891 Newt Check out our new web arte Ret Lee ZachntUH Church Office Phone - 795-9266 M Worship Sen ices 8 30 un and 11 00 am Sunday School 9 45 am Coffee Fellowship . 10 30 am (Nursery available throughout) Informal mid-week acoustic Praise and Worship service Parmelee Morning Worshp A CALEDONIA fl"UNITED METHODIST 250 \ uh Strvt i Traditional Service 5:30 AM Acoustic Praise & Worship Service 1100 AM Sunday School 8r Adult Bible Study 9:45 AM Mid-Week at the Oasis - Wed. 6:30 PM Currently meeting at: Sunday School...10:00 am. Morning Worship...11:00 a.m. Evening Worship...6:00 p.m. Wednesday Prayer Meeting...7:00 p.m. COMMUNITY CHURCH + St Paul Lutheran Church Mmouri Synod Comer of 54th St and Kraft in Caledonia 1 mile west of M-37 THORN APPLE BIBLE CHURCH One mile east of Wfiitneyville Rd 9255 84th Street, Alto. Ml 49302 Wednesday 6:00 P.M. Evening Prayer phone 795-2370 or 949-9327 Vicar - Rev. David T. Huetwick 1664 N. M-37 Highway Middleville. Ml 49333 • 945-1555 Located near the corner of M-37 and McCann 150 131st Ave . Wayland. Ml 49348 Service Times: 3/4 mile west of Patterson Rd (north uvst if Gun lahv) Sunday School................................................... 9:45a.m. Morning Worship....................................11:00 a.m. Sat. Evening Mass 5:00 p.m. (thru Sepl.) Evening Worship.............................................. 6.00p.m. Sunday Morning Mass: 9:30 a m Youth Group:............................. 6:00 p.m. Sunday Midweek 7:00 p.m. Wed. 792-2889 9:30 a.m. Thurs. A Church for today’s world Spirit-filled family Church. Rev. R. Scott Greenway, Pastor Keith Stulp, Youth Director Al Tiemeyer, Community Calling ricfxcl _________ www.StPaulCaledonia.org_________ CHRISTIAN CHURCH Proclaiming the Whole Counsel of God Sunday Service Times 9:15 A.M. Morning Prayer (Holy Communion 2nd Sunday) 11:00 A.M. Holy Communion Pastor Robert Gerke • Pastor David Ziehr New Life GRACE UNITED REFORMED CHURCH 2415 McCann Rd. (In Irving) All Services have a Nurserg available • Barner Free YOU ARE INVITED Middleville Good Shepherd Wesleyan Church Lutheran Church 908 W Main Street (Missouri Synod) Worship......................................... 9:30 am. Sunday School.......................... 11 00 a m. Adult Bible Class........................11:00 a m. <. tfatt/uaA Jffi 30pm Uk TOSVEW Pmbt • VOCttiv WM wo* Pmot <616) H91-H028 • ruuil Irq^Kuninert net Redeemer Covenant Church —Lighting Up Lives for Cod— Sunday Wonhip 930 am Chnsuan Education Hour IlOOam Wednesday "** Family Night 5 45-800 pm Pasa Pad M Hiliman Youth Pastor David Enkson 6951 Haiuu Lake Avenue, Caiedonu 616-6984H.«jI rtJtemeretsen jiti unmsredetmercovmint or; A ratMter Aim isungtiud Qantwtf Omcha efAmaua CHURCH Finding the Way Together! An informal, contemporary church committed to our community. Sunday Worship is at 10:00am in Caledonia Middle School s cafeteria. Everyone is welcome! Pastor: Rev. Josh Blunt Contact our Dutton office at (6/6) 65-65-WAY Check our web site www.wgyfarercc.ore WHITNEYVILLE BIBLE CHURCH 5546 Whrtneyv*© Ave at 84m St • 89:-8661 “The Church where everybody is somebody... and Jesus is Lord" Meeting at Caledonia High School Sunday School 930am Sjyjcf/ Momrg Wonftp 1030am MeeTg at c'-ope. on /^e/vie Ave SLrtxryE/eongWonhp 600pm Aea Prayer 8 tkbte Study 7 00 pm -e-. ’-era $uys 8ajnor. Assoc Pastor /vec$*e ✓»*-eyv«ec<>e org �The Sun and News. Middleville Ml/January 28. 2003/Page 5 Amy Lou Barnaby scholarships open Caledonia High School seniors interested in apply­ ing for one of the Amy Lou Barnaby Memorial Scholar­ ships should pick up an application form at the CHS Student Services office. This scholarship trust was established by Merle and Dixie Barnaby, parents of 1988 CHS graduate Amy Lou Barnaby, who died in the fall of that same year. A scholarship may pro­ vide a maximum of SI XXX) a year to recipients, who are chosen by a selection com­ mittee and announced at graduation. The selection committee interviews the finalists after all applicants have been screened by a high school staff committee. To qualify, a student must have: • Maintained a grade point average of 2.0 or better. • Demonstrated all-around ability in various school and non school activities. • Displayed gcxxl moral character and firmness of purpose. • Financial need (a prima­ ry factor to be considered). • Filed a written applica­ tion no later than April 1 of the senior year The scholarships may be renewed at the discretion of the selection committee. Names of the scholarship winners also are engraved on a special plaque, which hangs in the high school. Amy Barnaby has been described by high school staff members as an out­ standing young lady, admired by her peers and the faculty at CHS for her lofty goals and her struggle to accomplish them. “Amy is remembered as a special person, who through her kindness, warmth and courage, earned the respect, love and admiration of all of us,” wrote a Caledonia staff member who worked closely with Amy while she attend­ ed CHS. ‘A is for Excellence’ program continues Thornapplc Financial Center and Money Concepts ol Middleville continues to acknowledge academic excellence through the “A is for Excellence” program, fjpen Ui all .Thornapple Kellogg students in fourth through twelfth grades. For every “A" that stu­ dents received on their report cards, they will be able to enter a drawing for gift certificates to restau­ rants, the movies, music and toy stores and other fun places. Students need to bring their report card to Thornapplc Financial Center in order to enter. The draw­ ing will be open for two weeks following the day all report cards are given out. A name will be drawn for each ol the three schools. Page Elementary, the Middle School and the High School. The winners will be announced with recognition and prizes given. In addi­ tion. all entries will be eligi­ ble for an annual prize of one $100 Savings Bond. “This is just a small way to let the students in our community know that we are proud of them in their endeavors of academic excellence” said Cheryl Mosey of the center. Students and their parents are encouraged to stop by the office at 111 S. Broadway. Middleville or call with any questions at 795-3387 or 1-8007953287. Money Concepts Finan­ cial Planning Centers are associated with Money Con­ cepts International and Money Concepts Capital Corp, a broker dealer and member of the NASD and SI PC. Together they provide insurance, investment, and financial planning services to thousands of families worldwide. Engagements France-Fortune to wed March 15 4 generations Left to right. Lois VanDuine, Denise Stephens, (seat­ ed) Jean Allen, baby, Holland Stephens. Caroly n Marie France and Seth Thomas Fortune are engaged and w ill be married on Saturday. March 15. 2003. Carolyn is the daughter of Phil and Judy France of Alto, and Seth is the son of Thomas and Sandra Fortune of Mountain City. Tenn. Carolyn is a graduate of Caledonia High School. Grand Rapids Community College and Michigan State University. Her fiance obtained bach­ elors and masters degrees from the University of Tennessee. After their wedding, the newlyweds plan to reside in Atlanta. Arlene Oaks recognized ?r~=TTKanL QJou for community service This is a special thanks to a very special Special recognition was given to Arlene Oaks Jan. 17 for over 25 years of continu­ ous service as the Caledonia area co-ordinator and super­ visor of commodity distribu­ tion. She retired on Dec. 1, when Dick Spiegel assumed her duties. A special commodities volunteer recognition lunch was held at the West Side Complex. 215 Straight NW. Grand Rapids This event was to recog­ nize all of the worker/volunteers in the ACSET program and the many hours con­ tributed by them in assisting with the distribution of food to families throughout Kent County. Those receiving certifi­ cates of appreciation from the Caledonia area were Fred Ruehs, Paul Crumback, Tony Molis, Jim Austof, Arnie and Trudie Stawick, Oaks and Spiegel. ACSET is the USDA food commodity program that is federally funded and distrib­ uted quarterly at sites throughout Kent County. Holy Family Catholic Church is the Caledonia site location in southern Kent County. Anyone interested in learning more about this program and entitlements or wishing to become a volun­ teer, may contact Dick Spiegel, Area 6 Coordinator, PO. Box 0138, Caledonia. MI 49316, call 891-9364. young num. Chi January 20, gave one of his kidneys to his mother-in-law, Harb Lydy. Larry and Barb want to thank him very’ much. A big thanks also to Tammy King, his wife, for all of her love and sup|X)rt. ££o/t/tg and ^TZanb Sfydtj t Scott King Marrow Honor Drive for Greg Zu ver Saturday, Feb. I - 9:00am~2:00pm at: St. Edwards Catholic Church 531 Jordan Lake Street - Lake Odessa, Mi Greg Zuver (32 years old) was diagnosed with Leukemia. He married, (Karen) has two children, Anna and Garrett. He and his family are members of St. Edwards Catholic Church. He works for the Caledonia Fanners Elevator as a seed nutritionist since 1997. They reside in Hastings. Be part of a Miracle!!!! Thanks to generous sponsors a *50 donor fee will be waived for the first 130 donors then a *25 donor fee will apply. 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No fire prevention pizza party is complete without a visit from Sparky the Fire Dog. Sparky is ex­ tremely shy, so he would only speak to head custodianRico Mead. -slteai* lenwHtfe HAIR DESIGNERS OPEN 6 DAYS a Week Evenings Always Available Now open late VMONDAY, WEDNESDAY, THURSDAY Cali today for Appointments! 122 E. Main St., Middleville (next to Ptvl\ Pizza) Call 795-7719 For Your Appointment!_____ by Cathy L. Rueter Staff Writer They are affectionately known around Kettle Lake Elementary as simply "The Blain Bunch," but this par­ ticular "bunch" now is being saluted as the 2002 Fire Pre­ vention Week Classroom of the Year. Students in Diane Blain’s third grade class were treated last Wednesday to a pizza party for winning the national contest. The contest showcases how the students were influenced by the 2002 Fire Prevention Week edu­ cation campaign Oct. 6-12 titled, "Team Up for Fire Safety." The National Fire Protec­ tion Association has spon­ sored Fire Prevention Week for the past 80 years. Cale­ donia Fire Rescue also has supported Fire Prevention Week with visits to local elementary schools in the past. This past year, however, Caledonia Fire Rescue went all out with visits to each elementary or dropping off information for each class­ room. They also sponsored a poster contest, with one win­ Looking for a fabulous, affordable vacation getaway? Start packing. Now’s a great ume to take the best of all vacations a 3.4, 5.7 day or longer Carnrvai “Fun Ship*’’ cruise vacation to The Bahamas. Caribbean. Mexican Riviera, Canada. Alaska. Hawaii or the Panama Canal. 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The students made posters, wrote journal articles, researched Internet sites and made magic books to quiz other students and their families about fire safety. Fire Chief Brian Bennett, along with firefighters Bill Wilson, Scott Siler and Jer­ emy Wohlford were present at the pizza party. The class had voted earlier to present the firefighters with a dona­ tion of $75.23 out of the money remaining from their pizza party. During the do­ nation presentation, they asked the firefighters to use it toward buying rescue equipment. Students had an opportu­ nity to ask questions of the firefighters. And despite the frigid temperatures, they also wanted to sec the Cale­ donia Fire Rescue Unit. Head Custodian Rico Mead paid a visit to the class to help Sparky the Fire Dog (a Dalmatian puppet complete with miniature fire suit). Through Mead, Sparky, who is very shy. asked the students what they learned while they were working on their fire safety project. Some of the fire safety ideas included keep matches up high and away from kids, crawl low in smoke and know two ways out of your house. The pizza party, including the visit with Sparky, as well as a box of educational materials was funded by the Home Safety Council. Fed eral Emergency Manage­ ment Agency’s United States Fire Administration. Underwriters Laboratories. Inc., First Alert and Weekly Reader, part of Lifetime Learning Systems Inc. Fire Chief Brian Bennett, along with firefighters Bill Wilson, Scott Siler and Jer­ emy Wohlford were on hand to answer questions about fire fighting By class vote, Caledonia Fire Rescue were the recipients of a donation from the money left over from the pizza party. Turf issue, continued from page 4 district stadium while still honoring former football coach Bob White and the late Eric DeGroote, a soccer player. Konarska asks residents to mail the survey with any comments to the administra­ tion building at 10051 Green Lake Road. Middleville 49333. He will be bringing questions about the turf to Denver to ask the company. Comments also can be sent to Konarska via the Internet at www.tk.kl2.mi.us/administrationbuilding/feedback. A decision about the arti­ ficial turf will be made in February. linn $ i Konsignment Caledonia 891-2418 • Toll Free 1-888-829-5919 Winter Clearance Going on Xou 20-70% Off Clothes, Outerwear & Accessories br the whole family 9175 Cherry Valley (M-37) Just North of Me Donalds ■xTHT Hours. Mon-Fn 10 am-6 p m. Sat 10 a.m-3 p.rr �The Sun and News. Middleville. Ml/January 28. 2003/Page 7 Janies W. Robertson Priscilla (Van Mourik) Alberts 25 great grandchildren; her sisters, Joan Venlet. Audrey (George) Ritsema; sisters-in-law. Pauline Jennings of Zephyrhills, Fl. and Edna Alberts of Cadilliac. Ml and many nieces, nephews and cousins. The family will receive relatives and friends at the funeral home Thursday. January 23. 2003 from 5-9 P.M The family wishes to thank the doctors and nurses at the Metropolitan CALEDONIA Priscilla (Van Mourik) Alberts, age 85, of Caledonia, passed away after a brief illness on Tuesday, January 21. 2003. She was preceded in death by her husband, Leo; her sisters, Sylvia Mulder. Ruth Mcllema; and an infant brother and sister. She is survived by her children, Sandy (Wayne) Hendrick, Peggy (Jim) Beuschel, Leo (Denise) Alberts; 12 grandchildren; Hospital Intensive Care Unit. Funeral services for Mrs. Alberts were held Friday. January 24. 2003 at the Matthysse-Kuiper-DeGraaf Funeral Home (Caledonia). 616 E. Main Street. The family suggests memorial contributions be made to a charity of one's choice. Arrangements were made by the Matthysse-KuiperDeGraaf Funeral Home in Caledonia Leo Verlinde MIDDLEVILLE Leo Verlinde, age 88, of Mid­ dleville. formerly of Char­ lotte. passed away Saturday. Jan. 25 . 2003 at Pennock Hospital. Hastings. Mr. Leo Verlinde was bom on June 29, 1914 at Rock Island. III., the son of Steven and Mary (Rose) Verlinde. He was raised in Dimondale. Mich, and attended Dimondale High School, graduating in 1932. He was married to Beth Stringham on July 26. 1940 ^WeightWatchers YOU WON T BE HUNGRY. YOU WON'T BE BORED. YOU WON'T BE THE SAME. Winning Points ts a plan you can stick with till you reach your goal. You can eat the foods you love, stay satisfied, and still lose weight. Now at Weight Watchers get “In the Groove." your cool guide to getting started, FREE when you join. Join for $20! Save $10! 1-800-651-6000 www.weightwatcherswesternmichigan.com Caledonia Caledonia Community Resource Center • 330 Johnson Wednesday 5.30 p.m. Middleville Middle Villa Inn • 4611 N. M-37 Hwy. Thursday 630 p. 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Knights of Columbus, and Elks Club, both of Hastings, Ml. Leo Verlinde was past president of the Michigan Automobile Dealer’s Assoc­ iation and was on the Board of Directors of the Automo­ tive Hall of Fame at Norwood University of Midland. Ml. Leo was an avid outdoors­ man, loving to fish and hunt, having spent many years going to his cabin in the Upper Peninsula. He is survived by his wife. Beth J. Verlinde; three daughters. Mary (John) Heilner of Princeton, NJ., Ruth Verlinde of Kalama­ zoo, and Nancy Verlinde of Middleville; one son, James (Sue) Verlinde of Grand Rapids; nine grandchildren. James (Traci) verlinde. Mark (Vonnie) Verlinde. Brian (Mara) Verlinde. Daniel Verlinde, Geoffrey (Jennifer) White. Dr. Nata­ lie While. Alexander Heilner. Justine Heilner and Marie Verlinde; and six great grandchildren; several nieces and nephews. He was preceded in death by two brothers. Maurice Verlinde. Albert Verlinde; and a sister. Elsie DeLaere. A Mass of Christian Bur­ ial will be celebrated Tues­ day morning, Jan. 28. 2003 at 10:30 ajn. at St. Rose Cathodic Church. Hastings. Fr Alfred J Russel) cele­ brant Interment Maple Hill Cemetery.Charlotte. MI. Memorial contributions may be made to Knights of Columbus or the Elks Club, both of Hastings. Ml. Arrangements by the Beeler Funeral Home. Middleville MIDDLEVILLE - James W. Robertson, age 84. of Middleville, passed away. Jan. 26. 2003 at Thomapple Manor. Hastings. Mr. Robertson was bom on Oct. 12. 1918 in Middle­ ville. the son of Charles and Zera Robertson. He was raised in Middleville and attended Thomapple Kel­ logg schools, graduating in 1935. He was married to Betty M. Potts on Aug. 17. 1940 at Middleville. In August of 2002 they celebrated their 62nd wedding anniversary. For many years. Jim was a farmer who enjoyed field work. Later he was head of maintenance at the Vitroglass Corporation in Mid­ dleville. In 1961 he pur­ chased Lutz Plumbing, which then became Robert­ son Plumbing and Heating. He retired in the mid 1980’s and he and his wife spent the next several years traveling in their fifth wheel trailer. He was a past member of the Middleville Lion’s Club. Jim’s greatest joys came in spending time with his family and working with his excavation equipment. He is survived by his wife, Betty M. Robertson; two daughters, Sharon (Matthew) O’Donnell of Holland and Carolyn (John) Steensma of Middleville; one son, Jim (Marcie) Rob­ ertson of Middleville; nine grandchildren. Linda (Joel) Dalman. Stacy O’Donnell. Betsy Steensma. Tom Steensma. Renee (Luke) Haywood. Jimmy Robert­ son. Pete Cipponen. Steve Cipponeri. Paul Cipponer. six great grandchildren; one brother. John (Maxine) Rob­ ertson of Middleville; sever­ al nieces and nephews. The family will receive relatives and friends Tues­ day from 5 to 8 p.m. at Beeler Funeral Home. Middleville. A memorial service will be held Wednesday morn­ ing. Jan. 29.2003 at 11 a.m. at the Beeler Funeral Chapel. Middleville. Rev. Lee Zachman officiating. Interment Mt. Hope Cemetery. Middleville. uUn/tge SEoeiv Memorial contributions may be made to the Middleville United Metho­ dist Church. Arrangements were made by Beeler Funeral Chapel. Middleville. (jiM t hcumuaI fiat cu put {twat... ’ A gift to the Bony Community Foundation is used to help fund activities throughout the county n the name of the person you designate Ask your funeral director for more information on the Barry Community .Foundation | or can 945-0526. • Specialty Sewing • Custom Design • Alterations • Mending • Men’s. Women’s and Children’s Clothing • Bridesmaids and Prom Dresses 4985 Upton Rd.. Hastings. 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Matthew Hillman was not present when the picture was taken. 2003 Pinewood Derby | Middleville Championships AA& AL-ANON MEETINGS Seventh graders from the left are Samantha Bell. Samuel Bergsma. Keith Bur­ ger, Brett Dawson, and Erin Ehmeyer. In the middle row are Timothy Etter, Kevin Heynig, Lyle Jackson, Chelsea Niblock, and Ashlee Nicklyn. Felecia Peterson. Alli son Shilton, Kristen Sneller, Fabian Suarez, Jennifer VanDis, Joshua Vrona and Brittany Wing. Feb.22 at 2 pm| First Baptist Church 5215 795-9726 n m-37 Hwy Open to Kids 1-5 grade Kits are $4 must be ordered from the church with money in hand by 4 pm Jan 31. Pick up kit on Feb. 10 1-2 grade division ana 3-5 grade division • 1st -3rd place trophies for each division Caledonia - 100th and M37. A A meets Tuesdays 6:30 a.m.; and Saturdays 10 a.m. Open Discussion Meeting. (Al Anon meets Tuesday and Thursday at noon.) 9964 Cherry Valley #3. Caledo­ nia. Contact Jerry R. at 4379452. 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Ml/January 28. 2003/Page 9 Cary Middlebush to attend youth leadership conference Caledonia man earns awards at West Point Cadet Fleischmann speaks to members of the Holland Kiwanis Club. Ian Fleischmann Cadet Ian Fleischmann of Caledonia has been named to the dean's list and award­ ed the Gold Star and Superintendent's Wreath for the third year in a row at the U.S. Military Academy. To qualify for the star and wreath, a cadet has to ach­ ieve the status of Distin­ guished Cadet and Super­ intendent’s Individual Award winner. The cadet must have a grade point average greater than 3.67 for the star and be in the top 5 percent in each of the academic, military and physical programs for the wreath. Only 40 or so cadets in each class of roughly 1100, earn the Sup­ erintendent’s Wreath. 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Fleisch­ mann spent the first half of his third summer as a pla­ toon sergeant. For their last summer. Cadets can choose between two different regular Army programs - Drill Cadet Leader Training and Cadet Troop Leader Training. Cadets work with the drill sergeants and newly enlisted recruits at basic training at Fort Knox, Ky. In CTLT, cadets shadow a platoon leader or fill a vacant pla­ toon leader spot in an exist­ ing unit somewhere around the world. CTLT affords the cadets a glimpse into the life of a platoon leader in a par­ ticular field and tends to influence their Army Branch choice in their senior year. As juniors or seniors, cadets can participate in aca­ demic, military or physical Individual Advanced Dev­ elopment courses. AIADs are academic opportunities and relate to a cadet’s col­ lege major. A foreign lan­ guage major might study overseas, economic/politica) science majors may go to Washington D.C. or an aero­ nautic major might work at NASA. Though most IADs are voluntary. Cadets are required to perform one MI AD to graduate. MIADs are military programs, such as Airborne School (Para­ chuting). Air Assault (rap­ pelling from helicopters). SAPPER (combat engineer­ ing). and SERE (survival, evasion, resistance, escape) schools. Finally. a cadet may attend an optional physical pro­ gram. such as scuba school, skiing or a mountaineering school to fulfill the MLAD requirement. This past summer. Fleischmann graduated from Air Assault School for his MI AD. The course included rope tying and lashings of actual army equipment to be lifted by helicopters. One of four tests involved lifting a water tank and two humvees. Cadets also practice on the rappelling tower, where each attendee must complete three 90+ foot open rappels with their 65-75 pound packs. The final exam is the actual rappel from a heli­ copter 100 feet off the ground. In addition to supporting their own and pack weight and fighting the wash of the chopper, they have to stop three times on the Way down using only their hands. There is no net. The U.S. Army’s Air Assault School has a 40+% dropout rate. Whether taking a military, physical or academic IADs, these programs provide cadets with unique summer learning experiences. These experiences also provide the cadet with enough memories to help them survive the reg­ ular college classes of the upcoming academic year. Though the summer period is only around ten weeks long, summers tend to make every cadet’s Top Ten List of Best Times at West Point, along with Army-Navy weekends and spring breaks. Fleischmann graduated from South Christian High School in 2000, was a mem­ ber of the 1999 Slate runnerup football team, and is an Eagle Scout. He is studying economics, computer sci­ ence. languages and military leadership at West Point. He is a member of the acade­ my’s nationally ranked debate team He is expected to graduate in 2004 from West Point and be commissioned a second lieutenant in the US. Army. Fleischmann is the son of Frederick and Dr. Shirley Fleischmann of Caledonia. Call 945-9554 to place your Sun News ACTION-Ad! Radi 11,000 cat banc Cary Middlebush of Mid­ dle* ille has been selected to participate in the National Youth Leadership Forum on Defense. Intelligence and Diplomacy Feb. 11-16 in Washington. D.C. Hav ing demonstrated aca­ demic achievement and an interest in a career related to national security. Middle­ bush will join about 400 out­ standing high school juniors and seniors from across America al the forum. “By participating in the National Youth Leadership Forum on Defense. Intelli­ gence and Diplomacy, stu­ dents like Cary Middlebush will develop a keenly edu­ cated perspective on the United Slates’ role in global conflict resolution/’ said Donna Snyder, executive di­ rector of NYLF. “We intro­ duce these young leaders to the masterminds behind our country ’s international rela­ tions communities. Students also take part in a series of simulations. The combina­ tion of interacting with pro­ fessionals and other stu­ dents. in addition to our su­ perior curriculum is equip­ ping our country vv ith a very Cary Middlebush bright future.” The NYLF/DID curricu­ lum is based on actual world events, which allows its par­ ticipants to learn from the examples set by previous generations of leaders, vv hile encouraging them to de­ velop a perspective and Dad has spent sixty years working the farm and now he has trouble remembering how to start the tractor. Pinewood Derby kits order deadline is Friday There is still time for chil­ dren in grades 1-5 to partici­ pate in the 2003 Pinewood Derby championships on Saturday, Feb. 22, at 2 p.m. But kits must be ordered from the First Baptist Church by 4 p.m. this Fri­ day, Jan. 31. The kits are $4 each and money must be included with the order. Kits can be picked up at the church on Monday, Feb. 10. The derby will be held at the First Baptist Church at 5215 M-37 Highway at 2 p.m. Feb. 22. There is a first and second grade division and third through fifth grade division. Trophies will be awarded for first through third place. For more information, call the church at 795-9726. tenacity unique to upcoming generations of leaders. Throughout the forum, stu dents will examine how the I S. plans tor peace and prepares for crisis. Students will meet with leaders from key agencies and institu­ tions. In the past. NYLF DID has visited several govern ment institutions and mili­ tary installations, including: the U.S. Department of Slate; the U.S. Marine Corps Combat Development Command at Quantico; the Defense Intelligence Agency; the U.S. Naval Academy; embassies; and others. NYLF is a nonpartisan, nonprofit educational orga­ nization that sponsors ca­ reer-oriented programs for outstanding high school stu dents vv ho demonstrate lead ership potential. For addi tional information on NYLF programs. We at Woodlawn Meadows offer a delightful alternative to nursing homes with our quality assisted living facility that provides specialized alzheimer’s/dementia care. • • • • • • • • • • • 24 Hour Compassionate Care Respite Care Emergency Call System Dementia Care Individual Personal Assistance Barber & Beauty Shop Podiatric Care Complete Laundry & Housekeeping Activity Programming Wheelchair Accessibility Medication Management 7 C \wMaivn~ /I leadvit I<etite/nen t C hMaty 1821 N. 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When the survey took place, how contacts were made, how many people were contacted, and how many responded was not in­ cluded in the report. Harrison sought opinions about many local issues, such as types of ordinances. how residents would like to see township funds used, and if a dedicated millage for some community serv­ ices is desired. The items are reported below, with those in favor and those opposed, but undecided votes are not noted. An ordinance to regulate gravel pits and trucks was desired by 71 percent of residents, opposed by 20 percent. Residents wanted fluoride in the water system, at 65 percent, with 24 percent op- posed. Sixty-one percent of resi­ dents wanted billboards and signs regulated, while 31 percent wanted no regula­ tion. Storm water and erosion controls were preferred by 58 percent, while 30 percent were opposed. Only 48 percent wanted wetlands protected, com­ pared to 45 percent who did not. Roads were of greatest concern, with 72 percent of residents wanting township funds to be used to improve and pave roads, while 19 percent did not. However, only 36 percent were willing to pay an extra tax to ac­ complish this. Fifty-four percent were opposed. Using township money for the purchase of property to develop parks and trails was favored by 61 percent, while 32 percent said no. Again. 57 percent of them did not want to fork over ex­ tra money to do it. A yes vote was given to build a new library, with 58 percent for and 33 percent opposed. Half of the resi- 2001 1980 Year 8964 4927 Population 106 19 Residential build, permits $183,880 Average construction costs $61,684 35.3 Resident median age 89 8% Resident owned homes 67.8% Mamed residents $69,836 Median family Income 37.1% Housing units built in last 10 years $512 Median monthly rent 3,321 Students in public schools 11.15 Miles of unpaved roads dents did not want to have a millage to build it. but 42 percent said they would favor extra taxes. By comparison, building a YMCA pool and recrea­ tion facility received greater opposition at 47 percent than approval at 43 percent. Sixty-two percent also did not want to pay an extra mil­ lage. Only 30 percent were willing to put money into the effort. Residents were equally in favor and opposed to build­ ing a new fire station in the township at 40 percent of each. Fifty-eight percent of them opposed an extra mil- I I I I I I mith iamond I I I I __ o UTI l7l 1111 I I I 8980 N. 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I I I I Smith-Diamond Realtors* I I Toll Free 1-888-891-0107 I I 891-2222 I Ryan Ogle 891-2222 I Elizabeth Kelson 891-2222 Ron Prins 891-2222 I I Sharon Emerson .......... 891-7176 Ron Richards ............ 891-2222 Joan Gulkema I I Lois Heckman 891-2222 Jennifer Russo ............ 891-2222 I 891-2222 Dave Vanderwoude I Debra Lampani 262-8333 I 891-2222 Ted VanDuinen 891-7171 I John McCleve 891-2222 I I Mary Ray McCleve .............891-7172 Tanner Whitcomb 891-2222 Sam Wright .......... 889-4558 I I Mark McCleve 891-SOLD Wendy Zandstra ......... 891-2222 I I Deanna McCulfor S -D FREE MARKET ANALYSIS 891-2222 lage and only 26 percent supported one. Road repairs, not taxes wanted in Irving survey Supervisor Kathee Pierce and the members of the Irving Township Board now have survey results from 197 residents to ponder as they make future plans for the township and work on the next township budget. Answers from township and Freeport Village resi­ dents were mixed on all the questions. The first question asked if residents would endorse a road millage for additional maintenance besides the $53,000 spent on local roads from the operating budget in the last year. With a tally of 146 against and additional levy and only 59 answering yes, it seems clear that most people want it left the way it is. But throughout the sur­ vey some respondents were passionate about paving cer­ tain roads like Robertson and Ryan and providing more dust control or better gravel. There also were those who wrote that new resi­ dents who move into an area with a gravel road shouldn't want it to be paved. Many respondents won­ dered whether the township gets money from the state gasoline taxes or that recent residential developments in the township should be pro­ viding enough taxes to cover expenses. Other residents wanted more information. But when asked in ques- I Christopher J. Hier, £ D.D.S. 616-891-1240 B General Dentistry for Children & Adults * - NEW PATIENTS WELCOME - L Early Morning & Evening Appointments Available & R Conveniently located on M-37 in Caledonia (Right on the way to or from work) Quality dental care in a relaxed and friendly atmosphere. A recycling drop-off cen­ cent. Installing a public warn­ ing system and landscaping public property and right of-ways was opposed by more than half of the resi­ dents. Extra funding for a warning system for severe weather was opposed by 69 percent, and 78 percent op­ Residents expressed op­ posed using special funds position to expansion of the for landscaping public prop­ type and amount of pro­ erty. grams on the local cable channel, with 78 percent op­ Harrison's report also in­ posed and only 12 percent in cluded some of the demo­ support. An additional mil­ graphics of the township lage was opposed by 91 per­ comparing . ter was opposed by 50 per­ cent. while only 41 percent favored the idea, and only 21 percent were in favor of a millage to have one. while 62 percent opposed such a millage. Your Smile The First Thing People See! ♦ ♦. a,, j & tion two if the township should mail a quarterly newsletter to all township and village residences, only 63 answered yes, with 127 saying no. Those who wished to have a newsletter wanted in­ formation about township and village meetings, ques­ tions about the census, tax assessments, future goals of the township and budget in­ formation. Others suggested publishing information in the Sun and News, Hastings Banner or on a website. One question asked resi­ dents for their suggestions for making Irving Township a more beauti­ ful place to live. Among the suggestions received were implementing "Adopt A Road" policies and have homeowners keep corners clear of weeds, care for cemeteries and clean up road side litter. The problem of how to control “trash” came up in many responses. Many asked for help to convince people to clean up their yards. Another suggestion was for a "green garbage" com­ post station for leaves, grass (dippings, woodchips. This material could be mulched 'and made available to resi­ dents. Another suggested the township work together with the Barry County Conserva­ tion District to identify natu­ ral features in the township, which need to be maintained or protected. Some suggested having wide shoulders on the roads for bicycle riders and walk­ ers. Parks were wanted by some and seen as loo expen­ sive to maintain for others. Many wrote, "Irving Township is a beautiful place to live. Let’s keep it that way." The next question asked if residents of the township would be willing to spend between $50 and $60 per year to have the Freeport po­ lice officer alsopatrol within the township for about 27 hours a week. In a tally of only 32 yeas and 158 no answers, the residents appeared to be convinced that this was not the way to go. — —— Several of the respondents wrote that they did not have enough information about crime rates and the response time from the Barry County Sheriff’s Department and the State Police. Another wrote, "Irving Township is still basically a safe place to live. Use the money for roads." The next question asked whether the township should consolidate its voting places into one at the township hall. This was approved overwhelmingly, by a tally of 151 yes and 45 no. This move would allow the township to move equip ment that is not being used at the Freeport precinct to See Irving Twp., pg. 13 Saving on home insurance is “No Problem.” undreds of thousands of families are saving i money with Auto Owners Insurance for their home and mobile home protection. Slop in and ask us about quality pro­ tection, with flexi­ ble payment plans and "No Problem” claim service ^FutoOu run Imurance MMUM* ISMI AMI III SI Ov«a •* loot Saraut 80BNICOCAI President 497 Arlington St (M-37) PO Box 99, Middleville Ml 49333 < (269) 891-8208 (269) 795-3302 Toll free (800) 706-3302 Fax (616) 795-3935 -- . U �The Sun and News. Middleville. Ml/January 28. 2003/Page 11 Caledonia nears completion ol zoning ordinance revisions by Ruth Zachary Staff Writer Planning commissioners continued to work on revi­ sions. to the Caledonia Township zoning ordinance Jan. 20, and could finish their main work by the end of January, if all goes smoothly. • Accessory buildings were reviewed. Accessory buildings are to be compati­ ble in materials and coloring with the principal building. They would be of stick con­ struction. Other structures meant to be used as storage would not be allowed. Generally accessory buildings should not be in front of the principal build­ ing, with the exception of waterfront accessory build­ ings, which are not to be lo­ cated between the house and the waters edge. A small pump house could be an ex­ ception to this with sizes specified. Un-enclosed shore stations on lake property would be limited to two. The floor area of acces­ sory buildings in R-l are not to exceed 792 square feet, in R-2, 594 square feet and in R-3 arc not to exceed 396 square feet. In the agricultural district, accessory buildings may be up to 1200 square feet on two acres, and additionally, another 200 square feet would be allowed for each acre up to eight acres, with a maximum size of 2400 square feet. A special land use could allow larger accessory build­ ings in the ag district for non farm properties, but not for a home based business. Non-farm parcels in an ag or R-R (rural residential) district could have two buildings if the combined floor area allowed for that parcel is not exceeded. Generally, the 30 percent total square footage of a par­ cel may be planned to be in building structures. About 50 percent would be allowed for the combined space of drives, walkways and struc­ tures. Out of door vehicle re­ pairs would not be allowed for long periods on a resi­ dential premises. Trailers are not generally to be stored outside. Fences up to six feet are Call945-9554 or 1-888-878-7085 for Sun & News ACTION Ms! Call anytime.. 24 hours a day. 1 days a wee* allowed at the perimeter of a parcel, except in the front yard and side of a comer, which are to be four feet high or less. No fences are allowed in right of ways but can be placed up to other property lines. Acceptable materials dis­ cussed included vinyl, wood, woven wire, or wrought iron, and are to be made with a uniform design, but are not to be made of foreign or discarded materi­ als such as tree stumps. Fencing must be two sided or face the neighbor. Brick, block, or stucco would be a wall. • Electric fences could be used for confinement of ani­ mals in ag and R-R districts. • Parking campers and RVs would be allowed in the driveway, but parking would not be allowed in the front or side or back yard re­ quired setbacks, except for loading and unloading in zones R-l. R-2 and R-3. In those zones, it was believed parking would not extend longer than six months, as most people want these ve­ hicles to be stored indoors. • Roadside stands are al­ lowed for farm products grown on the premises. • Two family dwellings are not generally allowed to be built except in areas which plan for duplex hous­ ing. A special use might be allowed. • Waterfront structures would not be built closer than 100 feet from the wa­ ter, except where two adja­ cent neighbor’s homes are closer than that, in which case, the average distance of the two would be allowed. • Outdoor lighting is to be directed downward, no more than 23 feet in height and in­ cluded in site plans in the future. No colored lights that could be confused with traf­ fic signals are to be used. Old lighting would be grandfathered. • Keyholing. Channels and canals off lakes and streams are not allowed. No excavating or dredging is al­ lowed except for mainte­ nance such pre-existing ca­ nals. Ponds can be created. however, if they meet DNR standards. Properties cannot be di­ vided if less than 80 feet of water frontage is designated for each residential unit served by the lake access. Pre-existing units would not be affected. Sand or dirt is not to be built up for a structure if it results in an increase of wa­ ter runoff, or causes a struc­ ture of a height w hich would screen a neighbor's view. Retaining walls built within 30 feet of a dwelling require a railing. M-Th 5am-9pni; Fri. 5ani-8pin Sat. 8ani*2pm; Sim.9am-3pin 9175 Clierrv Valiev, Ste. K Caledonia, 891-2994 'JSpecial Purchase 'p 2002 Chevy Mailbu (2) V-6, air, cruise, tilt Your Choice. Certified. $1 A JL ^Z Bill Seif Chevrolet Buick Monday & Wednaaday 8 » 8. Tuwday. TNrtdey 8 Fnday M. Saturday » 12 00 _________ S M-37 IN HASTINGS - 616-945-2425 1-800-235-2425 AMERICAN MANUFACTURED .1. LIVING, INC. Rent February Savings! tot 3 tears on Any Model Home Purchase (Both A Locations) S125/mo. for 3 Yrs. Country Meadows & Cider Mill Located in CIDER MILL VILLAGE (Middleville) or COUNTRY MEADOWS VILLAGE (76th & Kraft) All Homes PRICED TO SELL AMERICAN MANUFACTURED LIVING For further information call CAROLE at 616-891-2225 �Page 12/The Sun and News. Middleville. Ml/January 28. 2003 ‘Threat of gravel mining^ almost as bad as gravel mining by Patricia Johns Staff Writer Permit extensions were approved last week for two separate gravel mining op­ erations. prompting Thor­ napple Township Planning Commission Chairman Mark Sevald to comment. “The threat of mining can almost be as wearing on residents as gravel mining itself. “I hope that the compa­ nies involved remember that. I am not inclined to re­ new a permit that a company has not worked on during the life of the permit. This is very wearing on residents.” During the Jan. 20 plan­ ning commission meeting, one request for a private rnad special use permit was tabled, but members ap­ proved two-year extensions for the gravel mining opera­ tions for the Wenger prop­ erty being mined by Thomp­ son McCully and by Aggre­ gates Inc. on the Lettinga property. The board also approved and sent the recommenda­ tion to the Township Board of a change in zoning for 10 acres along M-37 from agncuhure/residential to com­ mercial for Hospital Pur­ chasing Services. Carolyn and Scott Getty had requested a special use permit for a private road serving their proposed de­ velopment along the Thor­ napple River. A public hear­ ing was held, but after learn­ ing that not all adjacent homeowners were not in­ formed about the meeting, the commission decided to table the request. This is unfortunate since the request was put on the January meeting agenda due to problems with the notifi­ cation in December. Before the issue was tabled, some residents raised questions about boundary lines and how the developers would handle vegetation along the river front portions of the property. These issues will be re­ searched before the next meeting. During the discussion of the Wenger/Thompson McCully mining permit. Jim Seymour, a new resident of Harwood Lake, had many questions about mining so close to a residential area. Larry Miller, speaking for Wenger Thompson McCully, indicated that the company was asking for the same permit, granted two years previously. The com­ pany had not been able to mine gravel on the site. The company would com- Free tax assistance available for low, moderate income people Free tax help will be available starting later this month in Middleville and Caledonia for low and mod­ erate income people. The service is being pro­ vided by the American As­ sociation of Retired Persons (AARP) in cooperation with the Internal Revenue Service for middle and low income­ taxpayers with special atten­ tion to those ages 60 and older. Volunteers are trained to complete basic income lax forms and your tax ques­ tions. Since its start in 1968. AARP Tax-Aide has helped more than 30 million tax­ payers and is a confidential service supported by people in this area The program will start during the last week in Janu­ ary and continue for as long as requests for help warrant. RADIOLOGIC TECHNOLOGIST Make the move to an independent community hospital, whose emphasis is on providing personal, professional and progressive care and where employees know each other and patients are treated in a culture of car­ ing and comfort (hat respects human dignity and personal beliefs while emphasizing positive customer service. PENNOCK HEALTH SERVICES has immediate opening for full time Radiologic Technologist to work 2nd shift. We prefer experience in CT Scan for this position Scheduled every third weekend and two holi­ days per year We offer a complete benefit package including competitive wage, gen­ erous paid time off. full comprehensive Benefit Package, tuition reim­ bursement for continuing education, pension plan, on site health and wellness center, free parking and much more Please apply to Pennock Health Services. 1009 West Green Street. Hastings. Ml 49058. attn Human Resources Department, phone 269- 945 I fax 269 945 0925 l mail to pcnDAkK1 lMtD.nct, Discover Pennock at www pennsKkhcakh com Pemiock h« *v v ■ •iavtcis e*— The dates, times and places are as follows: • In Middleville at the Middleville Village Offices Tuesdays, starting February 4th. from 11 a m. to 1:30 p.m. Call 795-3385 for an appointment. • In Caledonia at the Community Education Building on Mondays, start­ ing Feb. 3, from 1 to 4 p.m. Appointments are preferred and may be made by calling 891-8117. In addition to the current year's blank forms, taxpay­ ers should bring a copy of year 2001 returns, as well as information about year 2002 taxable income and deduc­ tions. This would include all W-2 forms showing salary and wages, unemployment compensation statements, SSA-1099 forms for Social Security benefits, 1099 forms showing pensions, in­ terest and dividends. If eligi­ ble for any Michigan tax credits, taxpayers also should bring information about year 2002 property taxes or rent, heating costs and prescriptions and drugs. John A. Panfil of Hastings is local coordinator for the AARP Tax-Aide program. CALEDONIA COMMUNITY SCHOOLS 203 E. MAIN STREET CALEDONIA. Ml 49316 NOTICE OF PUBLIC HEARINGS FOR THE PREVIEW OF ADDITIONS TO THE REPRODUCTIVE HEALTH EDUCATION CURRICULUM PATE TIME LOCATION FEBRUARY 13. 2003 FEBRUARY 20. 2003 6:00 P.M DUTTON ELEMENTARY 3820 68TH STREET CALEDONIA. Ml 49316 Cheryl Bergy & Jerry Phdhps, Co-Chairpefsons Reproductive Health Citizens Advisory Board ply with restrictions placed on the permit. Other residents asked questions about how mining is affecting water levels in the lakes, and the traffic on Patterson Road Since no mining has taken place on the Wenger property. Miller said the company did not have an impact on lake level. The hydrologic report which the township used two years ago maintained that mining would not im­ pact lake levels or wells in the area. Harwood and some to the other lakes may have been impacted by fertilizer runoff from adjacent farms or by the deep wells used for irri­ gation. In a perfect world, mining could be completed within two years. Miller told the board. Brent Cook of Aggregates Inc. removed the request to mine beneath the water table since the company won't get to that portion of the prop­ erty for several years. The two-year renewal is for the same permit with re­ newal for not more than four times for a total of 8 years. Jerry Welsh told the com­ mission that his company has outgrown its current site behind the Thornapple Kitchen. They wish to con­ struct a new building on M- 37 north of Adams Road. During the discussion of this zoning request. Welsh indicated that the company would hook up to public wa­ ter and sewer if it became available. They have met with the Barry-Eaton Health Department, which has indi­ cated that the site can sup­ port a septic system. In other business the board elected Mark Sevald as commission chair. Dick Reyff as vice chair and Linda Gasper as secretary. Ross DeMaagd will replace Sevald on the Joint Master Plan Committee. The next meeting of the Thornapple Township Plan­ ning Commission is on Monday. Feb. 17. at 7 p.m. Caledonia Township web page to be improved by Ruth Zachary Staff Writer The Caledonia Township Board took steps to establish a web page on Jan. 15, by appointing a committee to review various needs the service would meet. Bill Dryer and Doug Kelly from the I Serve Com­ pany made a brief presenta­ tion and said they needed more information to know how to address township needs. Survey assessments, changing forms, a newslet­ ter, calendars of township business and community events, township ordinance posting, and other elements need to be adjustable so in­ formation can be easily changed, it was explained. Parcel information is al­ ready available on line through Kent County and could be linked through the township. Tax bill payments may not an option, because security encrypting adds a cost, it was explained. Supervisor Bryan Harri­ son explained many citizens use the Internet to get infor­ mation about township busi­ ness. Richard Thacker, Elaine Veltman, Jill Cardwell and volunteer resident Don Miesen will serve on the com­ mittee. Miesen said he spends a lot of time on the Internet, and believed he could contribute. In other business, • The board approved a policy to allocate $1,500 to a fund, spread over annual pay periods for township employees who do not use the township health care plan. • A resolution was passed to allow the clerk to post lengthy documents in a pub­ lic place, and only the agenda and notification of these locations will be posted in the newspapers • The purpose is to save on publication costs. The re­ cent Open Space ordinance would cost $800 to publish in the papers, Jill Cardwell said. The revised township or­ dinance draft will be placed in five public places for citi­ zen review, and locations will be listed in local news­ papers. The final reading will occur in the future, where interested citizens may comment at the time of approval or other dispensa­ tion by the board. A PMR ordinance is scheduled for its first read­ ing on Feb. 5, and the sec­ ond reading on Feb. 19. If approved, it will be effective by March 4. • Bill Thornton and Kim Quist were appointed to the Public Safety Advisory Board. Thornton has served as a consultant to the depart­ ment for a prior period and Quist, a township resident, has experience in police work. • A new copy machine for the township was discussed, but tabled to weigh the mer­ its of leasing over buying. The old copy machine would continue to be used, with a reinstated service contract, but is not reliable. At times volumes of copies are needed for various meet­ ings and other township business, necessitating de­ pendable equipment. • A budget amendment was added for an additional $1,000 to the $3.(MX) budg eted for Barber School maintenance, to complete costs of repair to the historic building. • Habitat for Humanity needs property donations in Caledonia Township. The organization would like to be able Io put up housing for low income families in the community. Lots in the township arc expensive, and a partial or full donation of a parcel could make it possi­ ble for volunteers Io put up an occasional home for a needy resident. Trustee Hravala is involved in the or­ ganization. Call the township office to inquire about details at 891-0070. Call 945-9554 anytime for Sun & News ACTION-Ads. Reach over 11,000 area homes for just a few dollars! NOTICE OF PUBLIC HEARING VILLAGE OF FREEPORT LAND DIVISION ORDINANCE Notice is hereby given that the Village of Freeport will hold a public heanng on February 10. 2003 at 6 30 p.m . in the Village Hall, located at 200 South State Street. Freeport. Michigan, to hear citizens comments regarding a proposed Village Land Division Ordinance The proposed Land Division Ordinance establishes procedures and require­ ments for land divisions within the village including Subdivisions and Site Condominiums The proposed Land Division Ordinance may be inspected at the Village Library. 200 South State Street Open during reg­ ular business hours Any interested party may submit writ­ ten comments concerning said ordnance up to and until the date and time of the public hearing The village will provide necessary and reasonable auxiliary aids and services at the meeting for individuals with disabilities by contacting Yvonne Aspmali Village Clerk at (616) 765-3808 Yvonne Aspmali. Clerk Village of Freeport Barry County, Michigan �The Sun and News. Middleville. MVJanuary 28. 2003/Page 13 Caledonia Tup. stools torn grant bounty hunter proposal by Ruth Zachary Staff Writer A proposal to pay citizens and township employees for finding grant sources and writing proposals was de­ feated Jan. 15 with a tie vote, but the issue will likely get another look by the Caledonia Township Board. Supervisor Bryan Harri­ son first brought the idea to the board in December. Up to a 10 percent bounty was proposed for payment to persons applying for federal or state grants successfully received by the township. However, board members wanted further investigation of the idea, and seemed to want still more when it was discussed in January. The bounty reward could include both employees and citizens who successfully se­ cure grants for the township. Township Planner Dave Zylstra and Trustee Wally Bujak were in favor of a ve­ hicle to bring grant money into the township, at least initially. Bujak. however, was not ready to institute a change in the policy and procedures of the township. Trustee Bill Bravata had recently pursued a grant for fire and safety, which had been approved with match­ ing fundsfrom the township to come from the depart­ ment. He had also been as­ sisted by Dec Palmer, a township employee. Harrison said a few citi­ zens had indicated looking for grants is already a part of the job of elected officials and even of staff members. On the other hand, per­ haps it takes an incentive to get people to put forth extra effort in addition to their routine duties, which ulti­ mately results in a benefit to the township. "It's a lot of work, and the competition is steep." Harri­ son said. It is understood, a lot of work goes into an applica­ tion. but a grant will not al­ ways be forthcoming "There are organizations that have full-time staff members to go after grant money, such as schools, some non­ profits. and some take an al­ ternative route of retaining someone specifically.’’ They retain a grant writer to go after available funds. Harrison said usually the township isn't even aware of available grant opportuni­ ties, and is not prepared to bring back tax dollars in the form of grant money avail­ able to the community. He said it was not unusual to give a percentage based commission to a profes­ sional fund-raiser, as well as other professions. A com­ mission would be paid only if money was forthcoming. Trustee Richard Robert­ son asked where the 10 per­ cent compensation would come from, a salary, or a check from the general fund, and asked how the township would report the payment on tax reports. He mentioned other expenses than that of employee time, including use of office equipment, etc. Trustee Larry Stauffer said last month there are tight restrictions on money coming from grant funds and he thought diverting funds in that way might not be allowed. Harrison said once the op­ tion was approved by the board, and if a grant was forthcoming, the incentive payment would not come di­ rectly from the grant funds, but from the general fund. Robertson said, after thinking it over, he believed VILLAGE OF FREEPORT 2003 Meeting Schedule The Freeport Village Council meets regularly on the second Monday of every month at 7:30 PM in the Community Center all purpose room, except as may otherwise be posted in accor­ dance with the Open Meetings Act Meetings scheduled tor 2003 are on the following dates January 13 February 10 March 10 April 14 May 12 June 9 July 14 August 11 September 8 October 13 November 10 December 8 The Freeport Planning and Zoning Commission meets regu­ larly on the third Tuesday ot every montn and holds Work Sessions on the first Thursday of every month at 7 XX) P M in the Village Office at the Community Center except as may oth­ erwise be posted m accordance with the Open Meetings Act. Meetings scheduled tor 2003 are on the following dates Regular Meetings January 21 July 15 February 18 August 19 September 16 Match 18 October 21 Apnl 15 November 18 May 20 December 16 June 17 Work Sessions January 9 July 10 February 6 August 7 September 4 March 6 Apnl 3 October 2 November 6 May 1 December 4 June 5 Meeting changes for each ot these bodies wrt also be posted at the Vilage Office m accordance with appfecabte taws The public is welcome to attend and participate m any open session ot any of these bodies Proposed and approved meeting minutes ot each body, tor either regular or special meetings will be avaaabte tor pubic inspection in the Village Office during norma! business hours n accordance with the Open Meetings Act. the Freedom of Information Act. and other apphcable laws and related V*age policies this was a terrible idea, al­ beit well intended, because it would raise questions over the integrity of the board. Asking township employees to*be taking initiative to get grant money and locate sources, seemed to be a backward approach. Robertson said, "letting our direction as a township... in that we have to respond, to this or that, amend the budget, or designs, to ac­ commodate areas where we feel we can get some money." "We as a board are charged with developing a vision... find out from the public what they would like to see, and the township to be. and based on that de­ velop a plan and prioritize that plan and let that decide if there is a way to get some money." He said it con­ cerned him to let the direc­ tion be determined by where money might be available. Robertson said only about 1 percent of applications submitted result in obtaining a grant. This raised an issue of fairness, for those in the office dedicating time to ap­ plying for grant money, when there was no control over the success of the ef­ fort. He pointed out most of those who applied for fire department grants were pri­ marily successful, which was not typical. Robertson suggested in­ stead of having time and ef­ fort of untrained people be­ ing diverted into the applica­ tion process, it might be bet­ ter to improve the odds by having the request made by a professional grant writer. "If we’re serious about trying to get this money, why make a half hearted ef­ fort? Why would you risk that opportunity? "Grant writers don’t work for a percentage, because it violates their code of ethical conduct," he said. A quali­ fied grant writer would be paid a fee or salary based on experience and would not work for a percentage, he said, reading from the Asso­ ciation of Fundraising Pro­ fessionals, which said ethi­ cal questions were raised by percentage based commis­ sions and fees based on per­ centages. It said the practice "encourages abuses, imperils the integrity of the voluntary sector and undermines the very philanthropic values on which it is based... and sets up a conflict oi interest." A point was made that there was a difference be­ tween non-profit fund rais­ ing and commercial solicita­ tion. Robertson said he would not want to defend the bounty hunter idea and op­ posed it, but said he sup­ ported hunting for grants. Bravata, having just ob­ tained a gram, spoke in fa­ vor of the idea, though he said Robertson s points were valid. How to make such ap­ plications on a routine and timely basis was the ques­ tion. He said he thought an al­ location of staff dollars for staff time needs to be made. "Someone needs to have their radar up at all times." If grant sources were located, the board could decide if the grant was desirable, and then who would apply for it. even a professional, which could be decided accord­ ingly and pay them up front. He said bringing money into the township made this idea and a policy regarding the ways and means neces­ sary. "Its a competition for the money." Bravata said. Harrison said he liked the idea of involving the public, if it could be worked out. Robertson said last month thatcitizens attempting to write grants would be in the office, needing information, which could be disruptive and could divert the atten­ tion of staff from their other duties. Harrison, still in favor of citizen involvement, said 10.000 citizens could be put­ ting up their radar. He named opportunities such as park development, the His­ torical Society, environ­ mental concerns, and others for which the township could seek grants. "Priorities are set by the people who are giving money, and where the opportunities are.' he said. He was still in favor of an incentive program, and did not agree there would be a conflict of interest for staff writing grants. Bujak expressed concerns about employees using staff time during the day and pos­ sible staff inequities, bad feelings, w ith the possibility of no compensation, and was hesitant to vote lor the proposal. Because grant funding remains attractive, finding ways to pro-actively obtain grants is likely to be debated again. Public comment was asked for. but none was made at the January meet­ ing. Irving Township, continued from page 1 the township so that voting process could be more effec­ tive. Freeport residents did not think this was fair, while township residents saw the additional voting equipment as a way to reduce waiting in long lines. Others solved the voting problem by hav­ ing everyone, not just those older than 63. vote absentee. The majority of the re­ spondents have access to a computer and most are con­ nected to the internet. Other comments on the survey asked about approval of driveway permits. Village residents were concerned about the appear­ ance of downtown and there were many requests that the water system be improved. Some residents thanked the Township Board for the opportunity to fill out the survey and asked that lines of communication be kept open. Pierce said, "We have read over the responses carefully and will use the in­ formation as we plan for the future." The Irving Township Board meets on the second Wednesday of each month. The next meeting will be on Wednesday. Feb. 12. at 7 p.m. at the Township Hall on Woodschool Road. Call 945-9554 to place your Sun & News ACTION-Ad! Without official Public Notice published in your newspaper, this may be all the information you get. Currently and historically, it is the responsibility of government to publish public and legal notices here in Michigan's newspapers. Facts concerning court actions, government bids, zoning changes, tax increases, and legislative proposals are all published here. In fact, it’s the law serving your right to know; assuring that you are informed of events and important information affecting your life and community. Public Notices in Newspapers. Your Right to Know, Delivered Right to Your Door. �, Page 14/The Sun and News. Middleville Mi/January 28. 2003 Caledonia Twp. considers tax breaks to keep, attract business 1.1 million people, though it is not all concentrated in one city, such as they are in some other areas. She brought results of an extensive study on the state of manufacturing in West Michigan. Klohs said a large portion. 26 percent of the labor force of the region, is employed in manufacturing, almost twice the national average, and nearly 8 percent higher than Michigan as a whole. ’The four-county region is the highest manufacturing concentration in jobs per­ centages in the country." The last 30 years have seen tremendous growth. Klohs said. "Caledonia, I think is a microcosm of that growth." The region has grown faster than most other metro areas of the upper midwest, she said, in terms of em­ ployment. population and manufacturing. by Ruth Zachary Staff Writer Awarding tax abatements to businesses from outside the area will be necessary in the future because of com­ petition. Birgit Klohs told the Caledonia Township Board Jan. 15. Klohs is president of the Right Place program, a public/privatc partnership for economic development founded in 1985 by Jay VanAndel. Bob Hugh, Dick Gillette and about a dozen other business leaders . The program is funded on a five-year basis from public/privatc sources, 75% by the private sector and 25% public. It attempts to retain, attract, expand and achieve a basis for jobs by enhancing the business climate in the area surrounding Grand Rapids. Her focus is on the geographic area of Kent. Al­ legan, Ottawa and Muske­ gon counties. The region has Looking for a printer? CULL Lu rry County's Icomnlete nting puny Full Service From Start to Finish! • 1 Hour Photo Processing • Full Color Copying • Addressing • Complete Binding • Signs • Laminating... and more! 1351 IL M43 Highway Graphic* Hastings, Ml 49058 (269) 945-9554 The every day efforts of the Right Place program are directed at retaining jobs "to make sure the companies we have in Kent County and in West Michigan don’t expand and move jobs elsewhere." The organization keeps informed about the plans and problems for 300 to 400 businesses each year. Work­ ers employed in manufactur­ ing help support ail the other business in the region. To keep those jobs in the com­ munity, if they have plans outside of the county, the goal is to assist to help keep them here. “Our competition today is not other townships, or Barry County,” Klohs said. "Our competition... are really the southern states, in particular. Mississippi. Ala­ bama. the Carolinas. Geor­ gia. Tennessee and anything south of the Mason-Dixon Line." The demographics there are generally non-un­ ion. with labor rates at 20 to 40 percent less than Michi­ gan. and "very generous lo­ cal governments." Klohs spoke about a re­ cently finished project in Bowne Township, in the Lowell area, at Lowell Engi­ neering, (owned by Magma Engineering of Zeeland) the only large employer in the township, with around 800 jobs. She said Magma is the fourth or fifth largest tier one auto supplier in the world. The company had three proposals from the Carolinas and Alabama that offered land for free, or a building for free, front loaded tax abatements, for a $90 mil­ lion total package. It in­ cluded 50 acres, sewer, wa­ ter and roads. Not wanting to lose 800 jobs, the Right Place worked for nearly a year to make the project happen. The company was given a state-created urban Renais­ sance Zone that gives them an incentive of no taxes for the next 10 years. The pro­ ject was for a value of around $20 million. Klohs said the State of Michigan has a number of incentive programs. The one that would affect townships ■ Protect your vehicle is the Plant Rehabilitation and Industrial Development District Act. or Act 198. cre­ ated in 1974. This allows a local government to offer up to a 50 percent tax break on real and personal property for up to 12 years. This would include a building, or an addition and the machin­ ery and equipment that goes into that building. She said a potential cus­ tomer could come to Cale­ donia. wanting to build near M-6. and offering 100 jobs to the area. A $10 million project could be offered a 50 percent tax abatement by the state on the assessed valua­ tion. over a selected number of years. The township could opt to cut it in half one more time, taxing the com­ pany on only a $2.5 million value. The number of years could be negotiated, but not the percentage. Klohs said tax abatements are a way to level the play­ ing field in trying to recruit business from elsewhere, in­ ternationally, and in trying to keep established compa­ nies here. Recent hearings on the subject have been held in Lansing, where Lansing Mayor David Hollister and State Seenatc Majority Leader Ken Sikkema at­ tended. Klohs said. The con­ clusion was that there is no other way to compete than to use abatement incentives. She said Bissell is moving 200 jobs to Mexico. Those were $8 an hour jobs, which unfortunately could not be supported to keep the com­ pany here. She said the value added to the jobs is going up. Gen­ erally in manufacturing, the skill level is going up, ac­ companied by higher paying jobs, which is what the Right Place would like to encourage. Tax abatements would not be offered to all kinds of companies or businesses. Only business that creates value, or offers jobs to the community would be con­ sidered. Klohs said communities often feel they are losing something by giving an abatement, but bringing in jobs also brings money into the community treasury that was not there before. She suggested township officials study the issue in general or wait and react to a request when it comes, and consider the particulars of each case. Trustee Richard Robert­ son suggested a study of the issue might be made by a township committee, to look at the matter as comprehen­ sively as possible. Klohs said she would be willing to assist in the dis­ cussions. Her services are free. Township Supervisor Bryan Harrison said the Right Place had done a lot for the community. He said the township had been ap­ proached. but the consensus was it was not good to give tax abatements which were meant to pull business from nearby communities like Kentwood. Grand Rapids or Barry County. Klohs said if the abate­ ment was to result in the company leaving a nearby community, written permis­ sion from that locale was re­ quired before the abatement could be given. This would allow a company which has outgrown its space, such as in Grand Rapids, to move to a more suitable location within the region. Robertson asked if the township could discriminate about who gets a tax abate­ ment. Klohs said, "Absolutely. It's up to you." She said pa­ rameters. such as the num­ ber of jobs or types with a certain salary range could be pre-determined, for exam­ ple. Or companies coming from outside of Kent County could be considered. A par­ ticular size of investment could be factored in. "There is a three-piece process to a tax abatement," Klohs explained. A proposal would be brought, a public hearing would be set to es­ tablish an industrial devel­ opment district. Citizens as well as school officials could come to comment. They would not have the right to opt out, if approved. Then the State Tax Commis­ sion would have to approve it. The Michigan Economic Growth Authority can abate the single business tax. It has stringent requirements. Klohs said. At least 75 new jobs must be created. If a company is fromoutside the state, it must create 150 new jobs. The abatement won’t be granted unless the local government takes part in the agreement. Granting a tax abatement requires extra work tor the clerk, sending out notices and completing other paper­ work.but he or she also can receive guidance from the Right Place. Klohs said. Trustee Bill Bravata said. "We all deal with folks who live here, buy services here... and folks are in dis­ tress right now. They are scared for their jobs. Steel­ case is imploding and every­ body is very concerned. A lot of this stuff, whether at Diesel Technologies or somewhere else... these peo­ ple are following jobs and a lot of jobs arc going south. "I think the benefit of this is. yes we give up some tax dollars, but the folks that all get to keep their homes here get their teeth fixed, they buy insurance, buy houses. They help the township gov­ ernment, so I think it is a tremendous positive step to move in this direction, given the condition in the country People arc just flocking south. We have no choice but to face the facts." Klohs agreed. She ex­ plained that the tool and die industry is in distress She said a product can be pur­ chased from Shanghai and still be sold for 20 percent less than the cost Io manu­ facture it here. Competition for jobs is not just a statewide issue. The nation is in a recession, but it is an international problem as well. This is what the recent study is about, Klohs said. The group is taking the study to Washington. 'Fhc Right Place Program can be contacted at www.rightplacc.org. Need wedding invitations? Stop by and check out our large selection at: J-Ad Graphics 1351 N. 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Hamilton knocked off the Trojans in an O-K Blue con­ test on Thursday, then took down'the Trojans to open pool play at the Delton Invi­ tational on Saturday. “We played them tougher on Saturday,” said Trojan Coach Cindy Middlebush. “I’m proud of the way our athletes rose to the challenge and really tried to learn and analyze the opponent’s play.” Despite the good work, Hamilton got the best of TK Saturday, 15-10, 15-10. Out of the pool both the Trojan’s and Hawkeye’s moved on to the tournament play. There, in the semi’s the Trojans were paired against Vicks­ burg. Vicksburg topped the Trojans 15-8 in the first game, then TK came back to get game two 15-12. Rally scoring was used in the de­ ciding game and the Trojans were downed 7-15. The Trojans reached the semi’s by going 1-1-1 in pool play, getting a 15-3, 15-6 win over Hastings and a 15-5, 13-15 split with Kalamazoo Christian. Hamilton went on to top Vicksburg in the final 15-10, 15-10. On the day Melisa Potts set 39 assists, and was a per­ fect 33 for 33 serving, and had 33 digs. Rachel Clinton had 30 assists, and served 24 points with six aces. Clinton also finished the day with 39 digs. Megan Dutcher was the team lead with 44 kills, and had seven blocks. Cary Middlebush did some of everything for the orange and black. Middle­ bush hit 28 kills, was 45 of 46 serving for 28 points, and TK’s Megan Dutcher send a shot hurling back at Hamilton. (Photo by Perry Hardin) Trojan Rachel VanderMeer bumps it up in front of teammate Mallory Egolf (Photo by Perry Hardin) Get rid of those holiday led the team defensively with 58 digs. In six games for TK, Whitney Robertson served three aces and hit four kills. Last Thursday, in the con­ ference match with Hamil­ ton, the Trojans came out on the short end of a 15-5, 15-7 score. “The first five points of each match took a long time,” said Cindy Middle­ bush. “We were battling back and forth.” “We were able to pass and run some offense. So it care and nutrition education. Losing weight and maintaining a healthy lifestyle doesn’t have to be a drag. The staff at Seif Chiropractic is eager to help you lose those extra pounds and start the year feeling great. OFF Most Filters 5-Lb. Pail Bromine s30 Call for additional prices Free home delivery Call Nick Wieringa at 795-9013 ■ L / / (C? «L 616.891.8153 A trio of Trojans, Me­ gan Dutcher (12), Cary Middlebush (right), and Rachel Clinton (top), gather around teammate Sarah Wolf to see that her shot makes it over the Hastings’ blockers at the Delton Tourney last Sat­ urday. 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Ml/January 28. 2003 League leading Saxons where Scots want to be Last Thursday in Hast­ ings, the Fighting Scot var­ sity wrestling squad hung tough with the league lead­ ing Saxons until a couple of voids, put things out of reach. The Scots were down just seven with four weights to go ?fter Jim Haisma topped Hastings' Nick Storm in the 189 pound match, but for­ feits by the Scots at 215 and 275, gave the Saxons an un­ beatable advantage. The two voids took away some of the Scots momen­ tum and the match ended with Hastings winning 5221. Brandon Cance started things off with a bang for the Scots. At 119, trailing 59, Cance managed a third period reversal, and put the Saxons’ Jeff Allen on his back at 5:27. Tire Saxons responded by taking the next five flights, to put the Scots down 22-12. Angel Castillo (top) battled tough against Hastings, but couldn’t overcome a pair of third period reversals, and fell 7-10. (Photo by Brett Bremer) But Caledonia responded with back to back pins from Frank D’Amico and Corey Kilmanin. Hastings took the 171 match by pin to go ahead 28-18, before Haisma’s win at 189. Scot coach Jim Maxim Volleyball, continued from page 15 was a contest; however, we were not able to score against Hamilton.” Clinton and Potts each set eight assists in the contest. Dutcher pul down eight kills, and Middlebush five. “They played better de­ fense than we did,” said Coach Middlebush, “and their defense was a factor.” Up next for the Trojans is another Thursday O-K Blue battle, this time with the Coopersville Broncos. Then, on Saturday, the Trojans are at the Calvin Christian Tour­ nament. and at Lowell on Monday Feb. 3. Athlete of the week Thornapple-Kellogg High School (Middleville) Basketball Trojan sophomore Jon Yeazel helped the varsity boys' basket­ ball team out of a four game slide last Friday night with 22 points and six rebounds against Godwin. Last Tuesday in a one-point loss at Lakewood, Yeazel poured in 23 points for the Trojans. The Lynn Denton Agency 4695 Middleville Rd. ill N. Main St. mi 1*800443*5253 517*852*2005 M-37. Middieviiie, Nashville, Ml MAKING YOUR FUTURE MORE PREDICTABLE MfT/lf BUREAU said that he liked the way his kids wrestled, but “Hast­ ings is a great team. They have a good program here, form Middle School on up.” This week the Scots host Wyoming Park on Thurs­ day. in another tough O-K Gold contest, then are at the Hopkins Invitational on Sat­ urday. Corey Kilmartin (left) takes Saxon Andrew Fergu­ son off the mat in an effort towards a take down. (Photo by Brett Bremer) Middleville woman on MacMurray’s list Teresa K. Venton of Middleville has been recog­ nized for academic excel­ lence at MacMurray College in Jacksonville, III. She was posted to the dean’s list for the first semester of the 2002-03 aca­ demic year, according to Dean Jim Goulding. The fall semester dean’s list includes 121 students. Venton was among the top scholars who achieved a straight-A (4.0) average for the semester. Students had to achieve a grade-point average of at least 3.5 on the college’s 4.0 grading scale for at least 12 credit hours of academic work to qualify for the dean’s list. Venton is a sophomore majoring in deaf and hard of hearing: teacher education at MacMurray, a 156-year-old, private, career-directed lib­ eral arts college. The daughter of Ed and Nancy Venton of Mid­ dleville, she is a 2001 gradu­ ate of Thomapple Kellogg High School. INSURANCE BRUCE'S FRAME & ALIGNMENT Complete Frame Repair Professional Color Matching • Loaner Cars • Front End Alignment • Collision Repair • Glass Repair Caledonia’s Brandon Cance (left) goes at it with Hastings’ Jeff Allen in the 119 match, with Cance won by pin to give the Scots an early 6-0 lead. (Photo by Brett Bremer) Teresa Venton Call <)45-9554 to place your Sun & News ACTIOM! Reach over 11,000 area homes $" TK plans softball clinics Feb. 2 & 9 With help from Northview Hall of Fame Softball coach Tom Judson and the Championship Softball Academy, the Thornap­ ple Kellogg High School softball coaches are plan­ ning two softball clinics. Hitting and skills clinics will be held Sunday Feb. 2 for high school students, and Sunday Feb. 9 for students in fifth through eighth grade. %jdyb«Kk$ 3 NOW is the time to save on home repairs call... (616) 795-9596 All Makes and Models Off Take an additional 10% off labor for jobs completed between January 12, 2003, and February 28, 2003 All Insurances Welcome Bruce Bender 415 2nd Street Middleville Both clinics will run from 4:15 p.m. - 6:15 p.m. in the McFall Gym. Grand Rapids Community College Softball Coach Paula Maloney will also be an instructor. Cost for each clinic is $5, and more information re­ garding the U.S. clinic can be gained by calling Tammy Olmsted at 945-5902, or for the youth clinic by calling Rich Palmer at 795-7667 $ Call before schedule fulls up JJ516) 957-3589 �The Sun and News. Middleville. MVJanuary 28. 2003/Page 17 Scot spikers hoping it’s the start of a win streak The Fighting Scot varsity volleyball squad .got its sec­ ond O-K Gold win of the season at Wyoming Park last Thursday. Twice the Scots fell be­ hind, and twice the Scots re­ sponded to take the games. In the first the Vikings pulled out to a 13-10 lead, before the Scots were able to steal the first game 15-13. In the second game Cale­ donia found itself down 127, but rattled out eight straight points with senior Jenna Knight serving, to win 15-12. Knight led the team with three aces on the night, and two of them came in the run to close out the second game. Krystal Rabley led the learn in kills, and Lindsay Coolman was the team’s top setter with seven as the team has changed things up a lit­ tle bit to improve its setting and its defense. Brooke Ziesemcr finished with six assists as the Scots arc running a 6-2 rather than a 7-1, which basically means that they run double switches when they sub, with two setters and two hit- ters, rather than just having the one setter rotating through all the positions. Not only was the new ro­ tation helpful, but the Scot Coach Mark Johnson said. “It was the best we served all year. We only missed four serves all night.” Another positive for the Scots was the play of fresh­ man Kayla Wilson who has moved up to make the var­ sity a little more balanced with her front line play, next to sister Janine Wilson. Johnson said of Kayla. “She had a few kills, and a couple blocks. She played pretty well for her first time out.” The win snapped a seven match loss streak for the fight Scots, who’s record now stands at 8-14-4, with a 2-2 mark in conference play. “Now we’re hoping for a winning streak,” says John­ son. The Scots hosted Hastings on Monday night in an­ other Gold contest, and will visit Sparta on Thursday. Saturday the Scots can try and get revenge on a couple teams that beat them earlier in the year, Cadillac and Ixeland. at Northview. Scot setter Brooke Ziesemer will be getting some help now, as Coach Johnson has decided to send an­ other setter into the mix. Top right: Alpha Women’s Center finds a home in Wayland Alpha Women’s Center has moved in Wayland to a home at 110 Plum St. The new site will allow Alpha to host support groups and Bible studies for their clients. It also provides pri­ vacy for the young women who come to the center for pregnancy tests. “The new location is cozi­ er and more home-like than the previous space, creating a safe, nurturing atmosphere for the clients,” a spokes- woman said. The Alpha Women’s Center is also under new leadership, as Tonya Delnay of Caledonia is now director. She is an Advanced Master Gardener, and with her hus­ band, Paul, has run their business, “Personal Touch Landscape Service,” for 15 years. She has four children, and attends Green Lake Calvary Church. The new associate director is Becky bennett, a former See us for color copies, one-hour photo processing and all your printing needs. 1351 N. M-43 Hwy., Hastings. At the gray barn biology teacher and track/ basketball coach from Muskegon. She also worked in a center similar to Alpha as a counselor for young women who were experiencing unexpected pregnancies. Her husband, Randy, is a youth pastor at Gun Lake Community Church, and they have one child. Alpha is a Christian, prolife organization, dedicated to encouraging and empow­ ering women to make healthy life choices. Their free and confidential ser­ vices include pregnancy testing, counseling, material support such as maternity and baby clothing, and baby care necessities. For more information about Alpha Women’s Center, call 792-0333. Some things are meant to be a certain way... Like insurance from Pioneer State Mutual • Comprehensive coverage for homes and vehicles • Discounts for insuring both your home and car • Quick claims response and sound advice It's the ttray insurance should be. STAUFFER & W16GERS INSURANCE AGENCY 612 E Main St • Caledonia Ml 49316 616.891 9294 Janine Wilson (3) was joined by her sister Kayla along the Scots front line in their win over Wyoming Park last week. BEST PRICE, QUALITY, SERVICE �Page 18/The Sun and News Middleville. Ml/January 28 2003 Some of Gold’s best bury Caledonia eagers Caledonia’s Joe Kowalski tries to barrel his way through the Viking defense. (Photo by Brett Bremer) Yankee Electric Dan Genther, Licensed & Insured Electrician • Residential Light C ommercial • Service Upgrades • Troubleshoot ing • New / Remodels Middleville. Ml 49333 Cell (269)838-8758 Ph/Fax (269)795-4879 Kyle Hemmes tries to feed a pass down into the post against Wyoming Park’s Drew Neitzel. (Photo by Brett Bremer) The Scot varsity boys’ basketball squad had to face off against a pair of the top team’s in the O-K Gold last week, and fell twice to drop their conference record to 16. Friday night in Caledonia, Wyoming Park's junior phe­ nom Drew Neitzel showed why he’s one of the top players in the state, by pour­ ing in 29 points in just over January Melt-down Days! 02 Chew C35OO Express 15 passenger van. 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The Vikings knocked down 24 of 27 free throws in the contest, including a perfect 8 for 8 from Neitzel as he desperately worked to put the Scots into foul trou­ ble by leaning into them as he put up wild shots, that more often than not fell. Caledonia’s reserves, did manage to shave a little bit off the top as they battled the Viking reserves through much of the final quarter. Last Tuesday against the Gold’s second place team, Unity Christian, the Scots already down 13 at the half were outscored 23-9 in the third quarter, and the Cru­ saders cruised onto a 68-41 victory. The Scots were killed on the glass, being out re­ bounded 40-25. Abe Mulvihill finished with 11 points to lead the Scots, and Brad Swartz tossed in ten. The Scots overall record sits at 3-7, and they had a non-conference game at Ionia on Saturday. This week the Scots look to get their second Gold win when they host Kenowa Hills on Tuesday night, the its a tough league contest on Fri­ day when they head to Ce­ dar Springs to take on the Red Hawks. Fighting Scot Patrick Spitzley closes his eyes and hopes his little underhanded flip will fall. (Photo by Brett Bremer) Food Chain Effects Just Tip Of The Iceberg (NAPS F—When many peopie in the United States hear the word “iceberg," the imme­ diate image may be TUantc. While that massive ice for­ mation may haw loomed large for the passengers on that lux­ ury liner, it’s nothing com­ pared to the effect that real icebergs are having on Antar­ ctic sea life, with potential ramifications around the world. NASA-funded research using satellite data has shown large icebergs that have bro­ ken off from Antarctica’s Ross Ice Shelf are dramatically affecting the growth of minute plant life in the ocean around the region—plant life vital to the food chain. 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Normally, when the winds shift, ice is carried out into the Ross Sea, cre­ ating open ocean space and a breeding ground for phy­ toplankton. The icebergs, however, created a blockage that resulted in heavier pack-ice cover than previ­ ously recorded. Phytoplankton are a crit­ ical part of the entire ecosys­ tem in the Ross Sea, since they sustain marine mam­ mals and birds in the region. To learn more about ice­ bergs and NASA’s research, visit httpV/carthobeervatory nasa.gov. NighthawA Food & Sfiirits 6950 Whitneyville (616) 868-6336 Open at Ham Mon. thru Sat. valsniine^ Duu w&ekend. Serving PRIME RIB x on Friday fir Saturday \ from 5 pm to 11 pm x. Also Available: Dessert s' \ Tray / , �The Sun and News. Middleville, Ml/January 28. 2003/Page 19 TK eagers, continued from page 20 night to erase a two-point Trojan lead. Holzhucter wasn’t too happy that his defense let Tobias get free at the top of the key. “For as good as we played, some bad break downs at the end hurt us.” Tobias had already hit two three’s in the contest, both in the opening quarter as he missed out on some of the middle of the contest in foul trouble. He scored ten points in the second half to finish with a team high 16. The lead changed hands five limes in the fourth quar­ ter. Three free throws by the Knight in the final 1:47 gave the Trojans a 58-56 lead, un­ til the Lakewood press forced a turnover with 34 seconds remaining, before working the ball for Tobias’ final three. “This is by far the best shooting from the threepoint line we have had this season,” said Lakewood Coach Mark Farrell. Lake­ wood connected on 10 of 24 three-point attempts, just one percentage point behind their dismal 9 of 21 free throw performance. “Our defense picked up in the second half.” said Far­ rell, “especially in the fourth quarter when we needed the stops.” Scott Secor led the Lakewood defense with seven steals in the contest. Hot shooting by the Vi­ kings could have put the Trojans down early like they had been in their last three contests, but led by Yeazel the Trojan offense appeared to gain some confidence. Yeazel scored eight first quarter points to help negate a portion of the four threepoint shots the Vikes hit in the quarter. Middleville took a twopoint lead into the second half, after the all of the Vi­ kings except Tyler Harms cooled down considerably in the second quarter. Harms tossed in all eight of Lake­ wood's points in the second Call 945-9554 to place your Sun & News ACTION-Ad! Reach over 11,000 area homes period, including two three’s of his own. He added an­ other in the fourth to finish with 11 points. Corey The­ len finished with nine for the Vikings, while Tyler Beglin and Secor both put in eight. “We had players come off the bench and step up for us tonight,” said Farrell. Be­ sides Harms and Beglin’s point totals. Beglin added three assists, and Travis Willard came off the bench to lead the team with eight rebounds. Yeazel finished as the game’s high scorer with 23 points. Behind him for the Trojans, VanSpronsen, Bobby Roush, and Holst all finished with eight. The Trojans sounded con­ fident in the locker room af­ ter the game. “We ll get them in districts,” said Tro­ jan senior Phil Garber. “That’s how it went last year. Wc beat them during the season, then they got us at districts.” “That quote’s from the whole team,” added Roush. The Trojans have the O-K Blue schedule to run through one more time be­ fore that can happen how­ ever. 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A three-pointer by Jon feazel opened the scoring or TK, and was followed sarly by three’s from Brett Cnight and Mark Rolison as he Trojans gained momenum. Holzhueter pointed to the strong ball control of Justin VanSpronsen and Knight, as >ne of the keys to the Troans‘ success against God­ win. The Wolverines tried to >ut the press on the Trojans, >ut VanGpronsen and Cnight took care of the bas­ ketball and found open eammates. They both finshed the game with six asists. Yeazel had a solid all round game with 22 points nd six rebounds. Rolison vas the Trojans top reounder with seven, and Iso added ten points. Knight tossed in 12 oints, and Kyle Holst had With their league record now at 4-3 at the mid-point of the league schedule, the Trojans find themselves in a pile up in the middle of the Blue. Calvin Christian is alone at the top, 7-0 in the Blue, then TK Coopersville, and Rogers all sit at 4-3. Be­ hind them Godwin and By­ ron Center are both 3-4. TK’s overall record sits at 66. In a rematch of last win­ ter’s district final the Lake­ wood Vikings pulled out the victory again, 59-58 over the Middleville Trojans in l^kewood Tuesday, Jan. 21. With just under 20 sec­ onds remaining. Lake­ wood’s Clint Tobias knocked down the Vikings’ tenth three-pointer of the See TK eagers, page 19 Kyle Holst (left) goes over Lakewood s Clint Tobias to tie last Tuesdays game at 55 in the final minutes. Holst finished the night with eight points. (Photo by Brett Bremer) � https://barrycountyhistoryportal.org/files/original/25/713/SunandNews_2003-02-04.pdf 7178482dbb52853fe6ca78924011ec21 PDF Text Text HAST1MGS PUBLIC LlBRWrt - 7<ry .ILL. Your Hometown Newspaper Sen/ing Middleville and Caledonia Areas NO. b/reuruary 4, 2003 __________________________Middleville, Michigan 49333______________________________________ 132styear TTES fire station bond vote is Feb. 11 by Patricia Johns Staff Writer Thornapplc Township residents will decide next Tuesday on a request for $2,325 million to build and equip a new emergency services facility. The question on the spe­ cial election ballot will read: “Shall Thornapplc Town­ ship. Barry County, borrow the principal amount not to exceed $2,325,(XN) and issue its general obligation unlim­ ited tax bonds for all or a portion of that amount in one or more series payable over not to exceed ten (10) years from issuance to pay the cost of acquiring, con­ structing. furnishing and equipping an Emergency Services Facility in the Township, acquiring the site therefor, and making other improvements necessary for the operation of the facility and to pay the costs of issu­ ing the bonds? Many questions about the proposed new fire station for Thornapple Township Emergency Services (TTES) were answered during an open house Jan. 14. The l()-year levy of $2,325,000 will cover all costs of a new fire station. The new building is pro­ jected to cost about $1,645,000, with the balance covering the cost of the property and site prepara­ tion. The building. as*designed by Paradigm Design Inc., has a hip roof, which echoes the roof the old railroad de­ pot. The new station, if ap­ proved. will include an of­ fice area, a group meeting facility, plenty of room, six bays to accommodate all the present pumpers, tanker, res­ cue truck, brush truck and up to three ambulances. It also will include room for future equipment, even a ladder truck. The lower level has been designed with sleeping rooms for full-time person­ nel. with lockers, exercise room, showers and a day room. There is also exten­ sive storage space. According to information from the township, an indi­ vidual homeowner will pay an annual average millage of 1.4825 mills ($1.4825 for each $1,000 of taxable value) over the 10-year term of the bonds. The example they use is a home in Thornapple Town­ ship with a taxable value of $50,000. The bond request would cost that homeowner about $74 more annually. A facility committee be­ gan researching possible new locations for a new fire station beginning two years ago. The committee evalu­ ated more than a dozen sites Challenges likely in fight to keep Caledonia rural by Ruth Zachary Staff Writer The Caledonia Township Planning Commission last week discussed bringing the zoning ordinance into har­ mony with the master plan so the documents support each other to make the township more secure against developer lawsuits. Consistency is key, said Planner Dave Zylstra. as he spoke w ith the commission­ ers about bringing the two documents into agreement, requiring a re-examination of parts of each. This would mean making definitions comply with each other tn both documents. The allowable uses by right, and special uses al­ lowed by the commission, in various zones referred to in both documents need to be in alignment. Zylstra suggested the commission might wish to change the definitions of housing density in the town­ ship. The commission needs to define the housing density for each zone. Lot size and density details need to be consistent. For instance, a reference in the master plan to the rural preservation zone allows for a two-acre minimum size lot. which should be specified in rules for that zone. The highest density al­ lowed now is 62. units per acre. Commissioners said the present density would allow developers to create nice townhouse type condos, but not multi-story apartments. Commissioner Duane Gunnink said that was not high density. See challenges, page 15 An artist’s rendering shows the new 20.000-square-foot TTES fire station before purchasing land at the corner of High and Rail­ road streets in the village. Working with the design firm. TTES personnel, offi­ cers and township officials have planned a building that could serve the community for many years. The new 20,000-squarefoot station would be at the forefront of technology. It would not be expanded since TTES Chief Mark Marentette believes the township might be better served by a second facility to help with the growth of the community. Voting will take place at Precinct No. 1 in the TK Learning Center next to McFall Elementary School Precinct No. 2 is in the township hall. Voting will be between 7 a.m. and 8 p.m. Tuesday. Feb. 11. For more information, call 795-7202 or 795-3350 Saturdays filling fast for ‘Occupation Murder’ by Patricia Johns Staff Writer The dinner theater pro­ duction of “Occupation Murder” Saturday. Feb. 22. The other two Saturdays , Feb. 15 and March 1 also are filling up fast. Cheryl Cravero, co-direc­ tor of this mystery-comedy, suggests those who want to see the play reserve for one of the Friday night perform­ ances. Seats are still available for Feb. 14, 21 and 28. “On Valentine’s day it has become a tradition to give theater goers roses and candy,” Cravero says. She also suggests that large groups make their reserva­ tions under one name so that the group can be seated to­ gether. “Occupation Murder” is The cast in all their glory is ready to beguile, confuse and amaze audiences to the ninth annual Mystery Dinner Theater put on by the Village Players of Middleville. keeping the members of the Village Players of Mid­ dleville on their toes as they practice their timing and try to remember their lines. The cast includes Maggie Benja­ min, John Bremer, Mike Bremer, Doug Brinks. Julie Coon, Brent Dietiker, Randy Eggers, Adam Gravclyn, Patty Higley, Susan Nelson, Carolyn Newman, Pete Os­ borne, Robin Schweitzer and Helen Wingcicr. See ‘Occupation Murder/pg. 5 In This Issue Helen Wir.geier plays Amanda Maxwell (a Jessica Fletcher wannabe) and gets some detecting tips from Lt Jim Slate played by Mike Bremer County denies map change for mobile home park expansion Memorial Garden dedicated with candles, music, tears Foster homes needed in Middleville for homeless teens Middleville area outstanding citizen nominees sought �a Page 2/The Sun and News. Middleville, Ml/February 4, 2003 Heroes for a day honored at CMS by Cathy L. Rueter . Staff Writer Comic book heroes may be larger than life with red capes, x-ray vision and su­ per powers, but ask a Cale­ donia Middle School sixth grade student what a hero looks and acts like and you’ll get a very different picture. Their heroes look a lot like everyday teachers, grandparents, youth leaders and babysitters. And the sixth-graders in Becky Bravata’s, Shelly Gibbons’, Trish Lulich’s and Karen Rath’s sixth grade classes got to tell their heroes just what they think of them one morning not long ago. The students in the previ­ ously mentioned sixth grade classes were assigned a pa­ per to write about a person they thought was a hero. The only catch was the hero couldn't be mom or dad. Though it could have been a daunting task for anyone, these students didn’t seem to have any trouble coming up with someone that they thought had influenced their life. Their heroes were invited to CMS recently to learn why they had been chosen as a special person. There was a lot of laughter and many tears as the heroes learned that their sense of humor, caring, helpfulness and faith made a difference in the life of a young person. 'American Legion Post1" Caledonia I Food Events for February All events start at 5:30 p.m. • Public Welcome February 14, 2003 - Hr Prime Rib February 28, 2003 Fish Fry i 61 (>-891 -1882 Past teachers, sisters, youth leaders, grandparents, family friends, uncles, brothers and aunts all found out that they meant a great deal to a certain student. Ryan VanPutten. speak­ ing of a past teacher. Mrs. Buekema. "She only wants to see the best in me." A student in Bravata’s class thought his grand­ mother was the greatest. "She had to raise a family while fighting a disability." he said. He went on to ex­ plain how she had con­ tracted polio, but was still able to take care of her fam­ ily and home. One student felt that his youth leader was his hero. "He makes me proud to be a Christian. I want to be like him someday." Nick Schumaker told eve­ ryone that "My grandma can cheer anybody up. That’s one of her best qualities." Other qualities he admires in his grandma. Linda Meyer, is her faith in God, that she listens to him, her fairness and that she tells jokes. Alex Rueter elicited laughter when he told the audience how his hero, Mary Cornell. Resource Room teacher at Kettle Lake Elementary, could "correct papers, read and talk all at the same time." On a more serious note, "Mrs. Cornell makes me feel good because Ryan Van Putten thinks that Mrs. Buekema, a past teacher, is the greatest because, “she only wants to see the best in me." she keeps and uses gifts that I’ve given her. She’s has helped me through a lot of stuff. Like reading, writing and spelling." Other CMS sixth grade classes are planning a hero morning in the spring. They hope to have better weather, as this was the sec­ ond scheduling for this first round of heroes due to in­ clement weather. Lauren Parker summed up the feelings of a lot of the students as she explained, "My hero (her older sister Cassy) doesn’t jump off tall buildings but she plays with me and she helps me." According to CMS sixth grade students, heroes don’t need capes or x-ray vision. They don’t have to be faster than a speeding bullet or able to round up the bad guys by the end of a cartoon episode. All they have to do is listen, love, laugh and be themselves; making a differ­ ence in the life of a regular kid. School orchestras plan silent auction, concert auction to raise money for tioned off. by Cathy L. Rueter the high school orchestra. The CHS Orchestra is Staff Writer The elementary and mid­ asking for other donations of The Caledonia High School Orchestra, along dle school orchestras will goods and services from with the elementary and play in the Caledonia High parents, community mem­ middle school orchestras School Performing Arts bers and businesses. Dona­ will have their winter con­ Center at 6 pm. The auction tions may be dropped off in cert at 6 p.m. Tuesday, will be held at 7 p.m. in the the CHS orchestra room or CHS Commons. The CHS in the CHS office. Feb.ll. Proceeds from the auction The concert will be held Orchestra then will begin its in conjunction with a silent portion of the concert at 8 are going to help supple­ p.m. in the PAC. ment the orchestra’s budget In the silent auction, bid for equipment, scholarships, sheets will accompany each clinicians to work with stu­ item. The highest bidder on dents and additional uni­ each sheet will be awarded forms. the item. A children’s gift For further information basket, a "tea for two" gift about the concert or any basket and a large framed other CHS orchestra infor ‘’Peace Like a River” will photograph of the University mation, call Orchestra in­ be discussed at the Caledo­ of Michigan Stadium are al­ structor. Pete DcLillc, at nia Public Library Wednes­ ready waiting to be auc­ 616-891-8129. day, Feb. 5, in two pro­ grams. at 1 p.m. and 7 p.m. The book talks are open to the public and will be led by Patricia Johns. “Peace Like a River” by Leif Enger is the book resi­ dents of Kent County are be­ ing encouraged to read dur­ ing the “Read Along the River” celebration. Johns said she is looking forward to hearing from other readers of the book. The evening book talk was added to the regular first Wednesday afternoon talk to allow more readers to ex­ plore their questions about Adults $4.50 this tale of families and miracles. Children under 12 $2.25 For more information Coldwater Creek Road, just south about these and other Cale­ of 100th Street donia Library programs, call the library at 616-647-3840. The library is located at 240 FOR INFORMATION :mmons Street in Caledo­ nia. Two book talks set for Feb. 5 Caledonia Sportsman Club Breakfast Sunday, February 9th 9:00 a.m.-l 1:30 a.m. (616) 891-1168 �The Sun and News, Middleville, Ml/February 4, 2003/Page 3 TK business students compete in regionals Sixteen members of the Thornapple Kellogg High School chapter of Business Professionals of America competed last month in regional competition against 850 business students from several southwest Michigan high schools and technical centers. The competition, held at Davenport University in Grand Rapids, consists of several different businessrelated contests in the areas of accounting, computer software applications, com­ puter programming, busi­ ness management and public speaking, among others. The following students placed in individual events and qualified to compete at the state competition: Chad Baragar (second in advanced accounting). Tricia Nelson (third in com­ puterized accounting and sixth in advanced account­ ing). Desirae Henning (four­ th in advanced accounting). Joe McMahon (fifth in Cisco networking and sixth in computerized accounting). In addition, the Small Business Management Team, consisting of Chelsea Biermacher. Kristin Sea­ man. Chad Baragar and James Beckering captured HASTINGS 4 Oownlown Hatting. on St.t. Si 1.aOQ.»»B-7aO3 8«8»MOW _______ 9aO° Kid. .II .how.-----------88.28 DAILY M«tin««« til 6pm a S.nioc» 88.80 Stud.nt. A L.ta Show. Frl 8 S.t 86.80 Ev.ning. Monjhur« o No wm U,limit,< Ft— Brirt Beflll, 8 C»t» Wwtlllo Stadium Seating Qivaa YOU SHOWTIMES 2/4-2/b O FINAL DESTINATION 2 (R) BMI1M.11MMUM tuna. 12:00, 2:25, 4:40, 7:00, 9 10 O DARKNESS FALLS (PG-13) tHSITAL'SIMHUM iHTIBS 12 30, 2 45.4 50. 7:20, 9 40 KANGAROO JACK(PG) 12:20, 2 35, 5:00, 7:10, 9:20 JUST MARRIED if G -13) 12:10.2:15.420.7 30. 9 30 second place. In this event, the team is given a problem that a fictional small busi­ ness is currently facing and their job is to come up with a viable, practical and intelli­ gent solution to the problem and then present it to a panel of judges. The students are given one hour to prepare their response. Other students who com­ peted for their first time were Christina Allington. Brandy Clark. Samantha Fliearman. Pauline Galid, Katie Longstreet, Katie Oshinski, Jordon Rock. Brittany Stover and A J. Walsh. The group’s advisors are Keith Hamming and Rachel Cobb. The state competition will be held March 6-9 in Detroit, and those who qualify at the state level will be eligible to represent Michigan at the national competition in Dallas in April. Business Professionals of America is a nationally rec­ ognized student organization for secondary and post-sec­ ondary students who are enrolled in business and/or technology courses and who are possibly interested in pursuing a career in a busi­ ness-related field. This is Thomapple Kellogg’s fourth year competing in the event. TK's BPA students (front row, from left) Desirae Henning, Brandy Clark, Pauline Galle, Katie Longstreet, Tricia Nelson, Chelsea Biermacher, Christina Allington. Kristin Seaman, (back row) Katie Oshinski. Keith Hamming, Samantha Fliearman. James Beckering, Chad Baragar, Joe McMahon, A.J. Walsh, Jordan Rock, Brittany Stover and Rachel Cobb. Emily Zoet nominated as Rotary Student of Month Roxanne Potter, secretary at McFall Elementary, nomi­ nated senior Emily Zoet, daughter of Jill Van Eck of Middleville and Mark Zoet of Grand Rapids, as the Rotary Student of the Month for December. Zoet was nominated for the “many hats" that she wears, working two jobs, whkh keeps her a very busy young lady. As an office aide at McFall, Zoet "does an outstanding job, is very under­ standing of the kindergarten and first grade students, and is always willing to help,” Potter said. “She is prompt and has a smile and a pleasant ‘hello’ for everyone.” Her other job is caring for She also is a member of TK’s Service Team, helps with siblings, volunteers at God’s Kitchen, babysits, participates in church activi­ ties, and spends time with friends.” One can find Emily always giving freely of her­ self to help someone in need,” Potter said. She will be attending Grand Rapids Community College and wishes to pur­ sue a career working with children. Show the special person in your life how much you care. Give them your heart with a gift certificate for any of our spa services! 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State Employees Credit Union Associates Open Weekdays 10 am to 11 pm & midnight on Fri. & Sat ; movie buTPOJTi Blair Landscaping River Town Window Manufacturing The Closet Factory Champion Window & Pano Room movie OUTPOJT T*G Lumber Fillmore Equipment of Hastings American Home Loans Maple Valley Implement i I Mason Emily Zoet a paraplegic in Grand Rapids, where she cooks meals, reads books, cleans house and spends quality time for her special person. TK SECONDARY LUNCH MENUS Wednesday, Feb. 5 Mini com dog or cheese­ burger on a bun, french fries, pears, milk. Thursday, Feb. 6 Two tacos in soft shells or chicken sandwich on bun, broccoli w/cheese, pineap­ ple, milk. Friday, Feb. 7 Pizza or fish sticks, car­ ^ONTEMPO c^ALON Jbrie Jarantes 5 Gift Parks Ik & Hometown Lumber « Hardware Rooms N Buckets Gift Store Thompsons Intenon Hastings Citv Bank Pennock Health Services RD! Development Company Woodland Sales & Senter Try Construction * Facility CAN Supply Godwin Plumbing Maintenance lancauer Tent Rental Nutrition Come Join Us at the Show! Pick Up S1.00 Off Coupons at Participating Vendors Listed Above Present Coupon at Door �Page 4/The Sun and News, Middleville. Ml/February 4. 2003 Chess and reading begin this week at Page Elementary The Page Elementary School Chess Club began its fourth year Monday, Feb. 3. Coaches Mike Hodges. Dirk Vandiver and Curt Wissink are looking forward to another season of fun, ways needs chess books, glocks. game boards and other supplies. Students will be eligible to attend a chess tourney in Lansing. This April event is a great way to close the chess fundamentals and teamwork. Local individuals and companies who would like to contribute or sponsor the team, may call the coaches at 795-7944. The club al­ This Saturday program at McFall is a fun way to en­ courage a love of reading. During the 9:30 a.m. to noon sessions, students read in the library to volunteers, ex­ plore reading in the com­ chess season. The Saturday “Celebrate Reading" program for stu­ dents in kindergarten through third grade began its second session Saturday. Feb. 1. puter lab and do special grade specific crafts involv­ ing reading. For more information about “Celebrate Reading." call Principal Bill Rich at 795-3637. ? AfallJuad (^faifUri LOCAL CHURCH DIRECTORY ALASKA BAPTIST CHURCH A Lit in# Church - Senin# a Living Lord Morning Worship .9 30 a m. Fellowship Time . . 10 35 a m Sunday Schrxil .10:50 a m Evening Praise .............................6 00 p m. WEDNESDAY Family Night 6:30 p.m. 7240 68lh Street, SE - Caledonia 2 miles east of M-37 Pastor, Dr Brian F Harrison Youth Pastor Ket in Stiles C 0 M U I Uh a place to belong I CHURCH Y a place to become (Contemporary, Casual, Non-denominational) Sunday Morning Worship Youth Ministry . 9:30 a 11 00 am. 891-0576 Now (netting In our ntw building at 117$ Broadmoor' R> > Mil had Stowell, lead Pastor Joe Cipi it, Worship Leader Dennv Houma. Youth Pastor Chunh Office 616-89! 0287 Visit our web site www bnghtside org______ CALEDONIA CHRISTIAN REFORMED CHURCH "A Church with a caring heart for our community and the world" FIRST BAPTIST CHURCH OF MIDDLEVILLE M-37, north of Middleville • 795-9726 Bruce N. Sec-wart. Senior PaMor Tun A. Vine, Asst Pastor Youth Douglas G. Beason, Visitation Pastor Gary Weaver. Music Minister Pastor David Stewart. CE Children's Pastor Sunday School Sunday Morning Worship Service Sunday Evening Service Wednesday Md Week Prayer Word of Life Clubs 945 a.m. 11 00 a m 600 p.m 6 45 p m . 6 45 p.m. 908 W Main Street (Missouri Synod) Worship............................................ 9 30 a m. Sunday School.............................11 00 a.m. Adult Bible Class....................... 11 00 a.m. Ret E. Anthony Sikora GRACE UNITED REFORMED CHURCH Proclaiming the Whole Counsel of Cod Church Office: (616)891-1512 M-37 al lOOlhSt Rev P Adams Phone 891-8440 RISTIAN CHURCH 10 AM Sunday Morning 698-9660 A Church for todays world Spirit-filled family Church. Sunday School for ages 3 yr. thru 6th grade: Sr. High. Sun. 6:30 pm Jr. High, Sun. 6:30 pm tOje ©lb ®im£ jSletljobist (EljurcI) GUN LAKE COMMUNITY CHURCH 12200 West M-179 Highway (Chief Noondav Road) 5590 Whitneyville Ave., S.E. Alto. Ml 49302 Way land. Ml 49348 • 795-7903 Meeting you. your friends, and your family - right where you're at - through: Relevant Messages Dy namic Music Quality Child Care and Programs Saturday Evening Mass ... .5:00 p.m. Sunday Mass . .9:00 a.m. & 11:00 a.m. A ew Life Worship Hours 900 a_m and 1030 a m Sunday School... 10:00 a.m. Morning Worship... 11:00 am. Evening Worship...6:00 p.m. Wednesday Prayer Meeting...7:00 p.m. “Avoiding Burnout" Re* Norman Kohns • (616) 891-8(67 Church Office 616 891 -8669 • F** 891-8648 ______________ * * * caledoniaumc org Community of ALASKA CONGREGATION Lakeside M-37 between Middleville & Caledonia CHRISTIAN REFORMED Sunday Worship: 8:30 a.m. Traditional 11 a.m. Contemporary 6 p.m. Praise/Bible Study Community Church A Place fur Famih & Kneads 6201 Whitney sille Avenue. Allo Coalemporary Worship 9 30 a.m Sunday School for All Ages Iff 45 a m Evening Worship 600 p.m. Pastor Roger Btdtman • Church Office 848-0391 »•» lakesidecummunity org Nursery & children's actniues during all services Programs for all ages. For more infoanauo.-i (616) 891-8119 Leighton Church Redeemer Covenant Church Located in Leighton Township Corner of 2nd Street and 142nd Avenue Sunday Meaning Wuntup A 9 45 am Praise Siagmg 10 50 a.m A30 am Tradeond XmU#, XMul for Afl Agn Morning Worship 1100 am Sunday E'cnmg Senxe Ued Fellowship 730 p ra Pastor E G. Fnzzeil Church Ph 616-868-6810 • Pastor s Ph 616^97-6740 Wednesday 6:00 P.M. Evening Prayer phone 795-2370 or 946-9327 Vicar - Rev. David T. Hustwick + MtStw«>unPaul S^ruxl Lutheran Church Comer of 84th St and Kraft in Caledonia 1 mile west of M-r Traditional Service 8:30 AM Acoustic Praise & Worship Service 11.00 AM Sunday School & Adult Bible Study 9:45 AM Mid-Week at the Oasis - Wed. 6:30 PM Informal mid week acoustic Praise and Worship service All Services have a Nurserq available • Barner Free Pastor Robert Gerke • Pastor David Ziehr Office Phone *91 868A New* Check out our new web site ___________www.StPaulCaledonia.ory__________ SS. CYRIL and METHODIUS CATHOLIC CHURCH 150 131st Ave Wayland. Ml 49348 3/4 mile west of Patterson Rd (nortbuvst of Gun Labe) Sat. Evening Mass 5:00 p.m. (thru Sept) Sunday Morning Mass 9:30 a m 792-2889 THORN APPLE BIBLE CHURCII Preaching the Living Word Serving The Risen Lord Sunday School.......................... 9:30 a.m. Sunday Morning Worship . .10:30 a.m (Jr. Church & Nursery available.) Currently meeting at: Emmons Lake Elementary 8950 Kraft SE, Caledonia Rev. Dennis Ross Church: (616) 868-7425 UNITED METHODIST CHURCHES Middleville - Parmelee 930 a.m. Middleville Mantng Worship Sunday School (Adults) Nursery - Grade 5 Grades 6-8 Sunday E venrgs Grades 9-12 ’wrdai E vemrigs Grades 6-12 Wednesday Evenogs 1100 a m 9 45 am. 1100 a m 500-6 15pm 6 30-800 p m 600-7 30 p m WAYFARER, ^CHURCH 8146 68th St near Wtvtneyvtfe Ave Church School. Sunday ficlxcl (Holy Communion 2nd Sunday) 11:00 A.M. Holy Communion Rev. Royle Bailard, Pastor Ret Lee Zach mat i _____________Phone 868-6437_____________ Church Office Pr>one - 795-9266 V*** Stn** (M-37 to Emmon> Worship Sen ices 8 30 am and 11 00 UH. Sunday School........................................ ......... 9:45 am Coffee Fellowship ................................. 1030 a.m (Nursery available throughout* (In Ining) Parmelee Morning Wonrip CALEDONIA UNITED METHODIST Sunday, Feb. 9 - Jesus and His Healing Ministry McCann Rd. Sunday Service Times 9:15 A.M. Morning Prayer 1664 N. M-37 Highway Middlev die. Ml 49333 • 945-1555 Located near the corner of M-37 and McCann Service Times: Sunday School....................................................... 9:45a.m. Morning Worship....................................... 11:00 a.m. Evening Worship.................................................. 6:00p.m. Youth Group:................................6:00 p.m. Sunday 3449 - 76th St. S.E., Caledonia Services at 9:30 a m. and 6 p.m. Phone 891-9259 YOU ARE INVITED Midweek 7.00 p.m. Wed. 9:30 a.m. Thurs. 9255 84th Street, Alto, Ml 49302 One mile east of Whitneyville Rd Rev. Dave Le Blanc, Pastor 10:00 a m .11:15 a m 6:00 p.m. Rev. Tom DeVries, Pastor - 795-9901 Church: (616) 795-2391 Rev. R. Scoa Greenway, Pastor Keith Stulp, Youth Director Al Tiemeyer, Community Calling Kraft Avenue at Johnson Street 708 W. Main Street Morning Worship Service Sunday School Evening Worship Service Middleville Good Shepherd Wesleyan Church Lutheran Church Sunday Worship............................ 9:30 a.m. and 6:00 p.m. (Child & Adult) (During the School Year) CALEDONIA HOLY FAMILY CATHOLIC CHURCH MIDDLEVILLE CHRISTIAN REFORMED 2415 1115 a® Ccntmporan FT Frxnis Prc-xtaxi-Mfa >00 pm a.jOpm .4duk BHeMudy - VcdkaMn 630 pm MT TOWXSEM) Pmot • XWUS INM taw* tou (616) 891402# • e-mail krtgfitundixrrv net or ffoeu Commotn/y Compos foi Ahuct/ty ond Smrnce —Lighting Up Litres for God— Sunday Church Finding the Way Together! An informal, contemporary church committed to our community. Sunday Worship is at 10:00am in Caledonia Middle School’s cafeteria. Everyone is welcome! Pastor: Rev Josh Blunt Contact our Dutton office at (616) 65-65-WAY Check our web site: ww w. wa vfgrercc.or^ WHITNEYVILLE Bible Church 8546 Whrtneyviie Ave of 84th St • 891-8661 Worship 9:30 am Christian Education Hour 11:00 am Wednesday Family Night 5:45-800 pm Pastor Paul M Hulman Youth Pastor Davtd Enbon 6951 Hanna Lake Awnue, Catedonia 616-69M0G1 redomeriPisenjitt community trintjtdetmercovtnantuf^ .A Mrr dthe Imt^htd Cumnmt Qumhes efAmenc "The Church where everybody is somebody... ...and Jesus is Lord" Meeting at Caledonto High School Sxaoy School 930 am. xnooy Morning Worsnp 1030 a m Meetrg at crape on wr«tneyv*e Ave Sunday Evervng Worsnp 6 00 p m Wed. MkJweeir Prayer 4 &Oe Study 700 pm. -9v thomas Suys. rosier • Ser Kori Bosnia. Assoc Pasta Aeayre wMneyvfeofcie ag �E '.'CS »v-f M V rxMhru’/ ■> *. brr nuB 9*H\> epbc’ The Sun and News. Middleville. Ml/Fetxuary 4, 2003/Page 5 Porter-Jones exchange vows TK students of the Month chosen The following young people were chosen as Students of the Month for December at Thornapple Kellogg High School (front row) Cody Garvey, Patrick Espino, Alan Buckowing, Kristin Fredenberg, (second row) Jessica Julius, Amy Turner, Dan Hall. Aaron Sholty, Trish Scholma, Ashley Aspinall, Natalie Hoag, Katie Wiennga, Imari Engstrom, (back row) Andrew Kulhanek, Brian Cuneo, A.J. Walsh, Jamie Roesly, Brynn Curtiss, Stevi Merrill and Lori Wasikowski. ‘Occupation Murder,’ continued from page 1 Cravcro asks. “Have you ever wanted to be a contest­ ant on a game show? We in­ vite you to participate in the popular TV game show ‘It’s A Living.’ on location in the Meadows Room at the MiddlcVilla Inn for a limited en­ gagement.” This is the ninth annual dinner theater presentation. The actors arc looking for­ ward to enthusiastic “studio audiences” joining them on Fridays and Saturdays Feb­ ruary 14, 15, 21, 22 (sold out), 28 and March 1. Lies, deceit, and murder fill “Occupation Murder,” and there is no lack of laughs as well. Audience participation will help solve the crime. This year’s play was writ­ ten by Billy St. John, and the presentation is produced by special arrangement with the Eldridge Publishing Company. Director Darlene Schellinger said she can’t wait to hear the laughs from the audience in what she ex­ pects to a surprising and fun show. Cost of the dinner is $22.50 per person for an Italian-style dinner with cheesecake for dessert. Res­ ervations are required and they must be made directly with the MiddleVilla Inn by calling 269-795-3640 or 800-845-5269. “If you’ve joined us be­ fore, you know you’ll walk into a memorable evening. If you are a first time guest be prepared to have an unfor­ gettable time,” Cravero added. Heidi Lynn Porter married Anthony John Jones on Saturday. Aug. 17.2002. The wedding celebration and reception took place in the Grand Room at Fred­ erick Meijer Gardens and was w itnessed by family and friends from around the country and Canada. The minister in charge was Elder Edward Toulouse of the Church of Christ. Flint. MI local. Brother Toulouse also married Heidi's parents 22 years ago. Emily Porter, the bride’s sister, was the maid of honor. Kai lie Jones, groom’s sister was a bridesmaid, along with friends Jennifer Punt and Pamela Foote. The flower girl is the groom's cousin. Laura Ann Carpen­ ter. employed at Belding Area The best man is friend Jon 1997 and from National Schools as a district technol­ McGowan. Groomsmen in­ Institute of Technology in ogy engineer. cluded Stephen Maag, the 1999. He is currently groom’s brother-in-law. friend Robert Valleau and Elder Aaron Heath, Church of Christ. The ring bearer is also a cousin of the groom. William Hitchcock. The Lowell Music En­ semble’s chamber orchestra played for both the ceremo­ Starting on Thursday. Mothers & Mothcrs-inny and the reception. Aimee Feb. 13. Mothers & More Law," What do you love Yates of Phoenix, AZ, age will be meeting in the lower about them? What do you 12, was the soloist for the level of Kids First in Mid­ appreciate more now that ceremony. She sang, “He dleville. 420 Misty Ridge you arc a mom? Leadeth Me” and “Blessed There is no obligation to Drive. Be The Tie That Binds." Discussion will be about join. The couple spent their “Relative Relations — honeymoon in northern Michigan and now resides at their home in Lowell, MI. Grandparents of the bride are Ken and Velma Porter of Flint, MI, Mary and the late Richard Anderson of White Bear Lake, MN and Lucille Anderson of Ashland, WI. Grandparents of the Vice selection of Glamour Dresses for groom are Donald and Alice Jones of Ionia, MI, Norman your Sweetheart Dance and Georgia Trudgen of Caledonia Belding, MI and Velma 891-2418 • Toll Free 1-888-829-5919 Austin of Lowell, Ml. Heidi graduated from Thomapple Kellogg High School, class of 2002. She currently is attending Grand Valley State University, maj­ oring in psychology, with desire to enter the physical therapy program. She is employed at Laurels of Kent in Lowell as a certified nurse’s assistant. , 9175Cheny Valley (M-37) Just North of McDonalds , Anthony (Tony) graduated Hotn Uon-fn 10i/n-6pm. Sat 10im-3pfli from Belding Area School in Mothers & More have new location nuns Konsignineni Winter Clearance._ Going on Vow L- New Baptist Church 20-70% Off <Z New Baptist Church in Caledonia is Holding a Bible Study on Tuesdays \ Clothes, Outerwear & Accessories for the whole family at 7:00 p.m. If you are interested call 878-3175 Mana {Carolyn Newman) toes to keep her man Tony Fabrizi (Pete Osborne) who is in the clutches of blonde bombshell Marilyn McBride (Julie Coon.) Connect... Wednesday Evenings BEGINS FEB. 5 • 6:30-8 PM KIDS PROGRAF/: Nursery: Birin to 3 years old Jr. Break Out. 3 to 5 years old 5 years to 1 st grade Break Out: 2nd thru 5th grade Come meet Break Out Bob! Join us for worship and get connected with family, friends and God! Something for EVERYONE. ADULT PROGRAM 6:00-6:30: Connect with friends during coffee time 6:30-7:15: Connect with God thru song, prayer and word K 7:15-8:00: Connect with others by * sharnng a discussion group JUNIOR HIGH: 6:30-8:00 Looking for a place to connect with other Junior High students? Join us for hang-out times, games, food and a lesson applying Biblical truth to daily life. Al 6th-8th grade students are welcome! Gun Lake Community Church 122OO West M-179 Highway, Wayland, MI 49348 (1/2 mile East of Patterson) www.gunhkecommunibchurch org • (269)795 “‘XB �Page 6/The Sun and News, Middleville. Ml/Fetxuary 4. 2003 Beryl A. Eash M. Frances Shurlow HASTINGS Mrs M Frances Shurlow. age 94. of Hastings, died Monday. January 27. 2003 at* Thomapplc Manor. Mrs. Shurlow was bom on June 14. 1908 in Baltimore Township. Barry County, the daughter of Gilbert & Anna Lee (Chase) Scott. She was raised in Baltimore Township of Barry County and attended the Striker School, graduating in 1926 from Hastings High School. She went on to receive her teacher's certification from Barry County Normal. Later her degree in education from Western Michigan University. She was married to Clayton Shurlow on October 2. 1927. Mrs. Shurlow's teaching career span 30 years before retiring from Middleville schtxils in 1973. Previous schools included Hastings Center School. Weeks School, Barney Mills School, Lee & Barr Schools in Remus. ML and the Ellis School. She was a member of Hastings First United Methodist Church. Quimby United Methodist Church. Barry County Retired Teachers. Barry County Farm Bureau, an avid reader and enjoyed traveling. Mrs. Shurlow is survived by her daughters. Pat Burd of Nashville. Dorothy (Gene) Flint of Hastings. Kathleen (David) White of Holly Springs. NC; son. Bob (SuAnn) Shurlow of Hastings; 10 grandchildren; nine great grandchildren and five great great grandchildren. Preceding her in death were her parents; her husband. Clayton on February 21. 1965; an infant daughter. Marilyn and sister, Gretchen Bumford. Services were held Friday, January 31. 2003 at Wren Funeral Home. Reverend Wendell Stine and Curt Solomon officiated. Burial was in the Striker Cemetery. Baltimore Township, Barry County. Memorial contributions may be made to Thornapple Manor or Quimby United Methodist Church. Arrangements were made by Wren Funeral Home of Hastings. Letha E. Gardner-------------------------------------CALEDONIA Letha E. Gardner, age 92. of Caledonia, passed away peacefully at her home on Wednesday, Jan. 29. 2003 with her children at her side. She was preceded in death by her husband, Maynard. She is survived by her daughter. Patsy Jean and Gary Downs of Jenison; her sons. Don R. Gardner of Caledonia, David M. gardner of Cutlerville; her grand­ children, Charles (Nancy Lynn) Myers, Gina Lynn Nowak, Bonnie (Jim) Den­ ton, Lori (Dennis) Riemers- Candy • Balloons Party wear •Gifts •Napkins & Plates •School Pack Cards Hours: M F 9-8; Sat. 9-5:30 891-1106 • In the Caledonia Village Centre (by D&W on M-37) Come see us at www.rainbowsendinc.net ^Rainbow’s End Yarn, Craft & Variety I \ Qfi s Gfe/ ma. Dan (Pam) Mervau. Tracy (Rick) Whitner, Jack Gardner. Ronald Gardner; 18 great grandchildren; sev­ eral nieces and nephews; her sister-in-law, Selma Gardner of Benton Harbor; and two very special friends, Blan­ che Snyder of Caledonia and Doris Carney of Bellaire. She retired from Kent­ wood school service after 16 years of service. Funeral services for Mrs. Gardner were held Sat­ urday, Feb. 1, 2003 at the Gaines United Brethren Church. Pastor Mark Beers officiated. Interment Dutton Cemetery. The family suggests memorial contributions be made to the Spectrum Health Regional Bum Center. Arrangements were made by Matthysse-Kuiper, DeGraaf Funeral Home. Beryl A. Eash, age 87. passed away Friday. Jan. 24. 2003 following a lengthy ill­ ness. She was bom in Grand Rapids on Dec. 16. 1915 to George and Estella Heller. Beryl graduated from Caledonia High School. She was preceded in death by her sisters. Dorothy and Virgina; and her daughter. Sally Eash Ingall. She is survived by her husband of 68 years, Clare; children. Patricia Sage of Wintergarden. FL. Nancy and Jerald Cook of Indian River. David and Peggy Eash of Alto. GA. John and Nancy Eash of Gun Lake. Judy and Ron Bjork of Clarksville. Susan and Fred Fulsker of Morrison Lake. 19 grandchildren; 37 great grandchildren; three great great grandchildren; broth­ er-in-law, Owen Eash of California; several nieces and nephews. Bery l was a busy homemaker raising seven chil­ dren and also taught sew ing for the local 4-H club for many years. She was an accomplished seamstress, knitter and quilter. She worked outside the home holding various jobs and later had an in-home busi­ ness. "Beryl’s Country Knits." She loved her family , her many flower gardens, sewing, knitting, quilting, traveling and was an avid reader. Funeral and committal services for Bery l w ere held Monday. Jan 27, at Hope Church of the Brethren. Freeport. Rev. Doug Reichenbach officiated. The family suggests memorial contributions to the Humane Society or the National Lupus Foundation. Howard E. Bergy CALEDONIA Mr Howard E. Bergy. age 82 of Caledonia, passed away unexpectedly of accidental injuries on Wednesday. January 22, 2003. He was preceded in death by his sister, Bernice Hurd and brother. Clifford Bergy. He is survived by his wife of 60 years, Marie; his children. Dean & Kathy Bergy of Kalamazoo. Gail & Daniel Rawlings; grandchildren. Michelle & Brett Bergy; brother. Keith & Jean Bergy; sister-in-law, Shirley Bergy; many nieces and nephews. Funeral services for Howard were held Monday. February 3, 2003 at Caledonia United Methodist Church. Reverend Norman C. Kohns officiated. Interment Lakeside Cemetery. The family suggests memorial contributions be made to Caledonia United Methodist Church Building Fund. Arrangements were made by Matthysse-KuipcrDeGraaf Funeral Home in Caledonia. Donald L. Dutcher CALEDONIA - Donald L. Dutcher, age 83, of Caledonia, passed away Saturday, Feb. 1.2003. Donald was a life member of R.C. Hathaway Lodge No. 387 of Caledonia and life member of Chapter No. 97 O.E.S., member of Odd Fellows Lodge No. 257. He was preceded in death by his parents. Celesta and Maynard; two brothers, John and Frank Dutcher; sister, Iva. He is survived by his wife of 61 years, Dorothy; chil­ dren. Barb Johnson, of Wis­ consin, Joyce (John) Jousma; grandchildren, Laura (Tom) Corona, of Wisconsin, Nick Jousma and fiance. Sari Engman, Bethany Mast; great grand­ child. Kayla Corona; sister, Elvis Fischer, of Florida; many nieces, nephews, and friends. The family will meet rela­ tives and friends Tuesday, Feb. 4 from 2 to 4 and 7 to 9 p.m. at the MatthysseKuiper-DeGraaf Funeral Home (Caledonia), 616 E. Main Street, Caledonia. Funeral services will be held on Wednesday, Feb. 5. Thornapple Historical Society to meet Feb. 13 The next meeting of the Thornapple Historical Soci­ ety will be at 7 p.m. Thurs­ day, Feb. 13, in the Carveth Village Community Room. During February the dis­ play case at the Hastings City Bank in Middleville will house a display of alu­ minum ware and in March the display will change to examples of crocheting 2003 at II a.m. at the funer­ al home. The family suggests memorial contributions to Heartland Hospice or the Alzheimers Association. Arrangements were made by Matthysse Kuiper DeGraaf funeral Home. Caledonia Winterfest replacement set at Gun Lake Church The Gun Lake Commu­ nity Church has planned a celebration of winter for Saturday, Feb. 15. The day long event in­ cludes a chili cookoff, rock climbing wall, bonfire with hot dogs, pony rides, hayrides and even a comedian scheduled at 6 p.m. For information about the Gun Lake Community Church Winterfest call 7957903. The church is located at 12200 West M-179 High­ way. There is ample park­ ing. You Need Just ONE Insurance Agent... As long as it’s a Farm Bureau Insurance agent Life. Horne, Auto, farm, Buuneu. Retirement, and more., your hum Bureau Incurance agent brings you peace of mind in co many areat of life Steve Elies 4695 N M-37 Hwy. Suite 3 Middleville Phone: 616-795-1670 Milling Your fututt Mote Predicubie W O IAXM BUREAU IHSURAMCf �The Sun and News. Middleville. Ml February 4. 2003/Page 7 TK Senior Parents to meet Feb. 10 by Patricia Johns 5 generations Great great grandmother, Doris Apsey; great grand­ mother, Kathy MacLeod; grandmother, Annette Dunk­ lee; mother, Telitha Dunklee and baby, Hunter Jones. Staff Writer Quilt raffles are an impor­ tant part of the fund-raising efforts for the Thomapple Kellogg Senior Parents or­ ganization. Creativity of friends and some of the graduating sen­ iors themselves will help all the graduates enjoy a safe, alcohol-free event. The major fund-raising raffle is going on and par­ ents are needed to sell tick­ ets. Tickets will be sold at area businesses and volun­ teers also are needed. Any­ one who can help should call Tammv Stark at 7958874. Tickets are $5 apiece or five for $20. This year’s prizes include an overnight stay at Crystal Mountain Re­ sort with lift tickets or golf, an overnight stay at the Sherwood Forest Bed and Breakfast in Douglas, and $100 in turkey products from Otto’s Turkey Farm. Several other smaller prizes arc available in this raffle as well. One of the prizes is a spe­ These two quilts are part of a special silent auction. They were created by some of this year’s graduating seniors when they were fourth-graders. This auc­ tion is open only to those whose students who helped create the quilts cial athletic jersey quilt cre­ ated by Vicki Marsh. Maybe all the graduates will sign it for the winner. There is a special silent auction going on for parents of seniors who were in Kim Chausow’s and Helen Jahnke's fourth grade classes. The quilts the stu­ dents created that year will be auctioned to the parents. Bids can be left with the name and telephone number of the parent at Stark’s num­ ber. The next Senior Parents meeting is at 1 p.m. Mon­ day. Feb. 10. in the all-pur­ pose room at McFall Ele­ mentary School Meetings will be held on the second and fourth Mondays of the month as the group keeps preparing for the after graduation party. Another day in paradise, every day of the year. NCl'» ipaciocutar fiaat, including th* brand naw NorwogKW Down, eon carry you from fi*« Homalond porh lo *w corofito Caribbean You con start your crww in Now York, Miami, San Juan, Houtton or Now 5 generations Or oanj ond tail to Grand Cayman, Mor*m»qu« and Great great grandmother, Doris Apsey; great grand­ mother, Kathy MacLeod; grandmother, Annette Dunk­ lee; mother, Salana Dunklee and baby, Mireya Dunklee. nIe««Hve F fhair designers CARIBBEAN OPEN 6 DAYS a Week Evenings Always Available 7 day* from AkNow open late ar Q VMONDAY, WEDNESDAY, THURSDAY Call today for Appointments! 122 E. Main St., Middleville (next to Phil's Pizza) Call 795-7719 For Your Appointment!_____ But this quilt, a keep­ sake of TK athletic teams, was created by Vicki Marsh for the Senior Par­ ent raffle. Tickets are available from any senior parent The Kevue PERFORMANCES BIO ...are February 7,8,9, 14, 15 & 16. Friday and Saturday shows start at 7 p.m. and k Sunday at 3 p.m. F Adult tickets are $8; seniors, students $7; k and children 12 and under $5. rr . The Vermontville Opera House 211 Main St. in Vermontville For ticket reservations, call 616-367-4455 or e-mail therevue 1 @yahoo. com NORWEGIAN' Premier Travel Sr Cruise — �Page 8/The Sun and News. Middleville. Ml/Fetxuary 4. 2003 Caledonia spelling bee winners announced Sam Casares (left) was the spelling bee winner from Emmons Lake Elementary. He and runner-up Matt Botsford will be attending the Regional Spelling Bee later this month. Evan Brown was the first place winner for the CMS Dutton Elementaty was the site where Jacob Ander­ Spelling Bee, but a priorcommitment is keeping him son (right) came in first place for the District Spelling from continuing in the competition. Runner-up Julianne Bee. Jonathon Fritz was runner-up and will continue on Erno (ill on the day of this picture) will be taking his to the Regional Spelling Bee as well. place and Kayla Graham (pictured here with Brown) will be moving into the second spot for CMS at the Re­ Dutton Elementary will Kettle Lake Elementary will gional Spelling Bee held later this month. be sending Jacob Anderson be sending Travis Taylor by ( athy L, Rutter Staff Writer They might not be able to spell every word in the dic­ tionary, but they’re mighty good. Eight students from the Caledonia School District will be continuing on to the Regional Spelling Bee at the end of this month. From there, winners will proceed to the March 18 Greater Grand Rapids Spelling Bee at the Gerald R. Ford Audi­ torium. Evan Brown was the win­ ner at Caledonia Middle School, with Julianne Emo coming in as the runnerup. Brown has a prior com­ mitment, so he will not be able to attend the Re­ gional Spelling Bee and Erno will be going in his place and Kayla Graham will be moving into the al­ ternate’s position. Caledonia Community Schools Young S’s & Kindergarten Registration Caledonia Community Schools are taking registrations for Fall 2003 Kindergarten and Young S’s classes beginning February 3. 2003. If your child is new to the district and will be five years old on or before December 1.2003, please contact Michele or Karen at the Administration office for a packet. 891 818S or email at zoetm^caledonia.kl 2.mi.us. If you currently have children in the district please contact the elemen tan' building secretary when* your children attend for a registration packet. Packets are also available at Caledonia Early Childhood Preschool and Kids Komer d’hildcare. to the regional competition as the winner and Jonathon Fritz as runner-up. Emmons Lake Elementary has Sam Casares and Matt Botsford as their first place winner and runner-up. respectively. and Greg Echelbarger as winner and runner-up. Students had to correctly spell words such as “anima­ tion” and “misconception” to outlast their competition and succeed as champs. Right to Life speaker to visit Lakeside Church The evening message will not be the usual one deliv­ ered by the pastor of Lake­ side Community Church this Sunday. Instead, Sally Kui­ pers, educational outreach coordinator of Kalamazoo Right to Life, will address the audience for about 45 minutes. This year marks the 30th anniversary of the Roe vs. Wade U.S. Supreme Court decision that legalized abor­ tion. The Rev. Roger Bultman said the anniversary af­ fords an opportunity to look back at how the logic of abortion has impacted soci­ ety. “So many technological advances have been made in Touch of Country 96 W. Main Lowell 616-897-0329 SOLID OAK • PICTURES • HERITAGE LACE One Item (Not to exceed $50.00) Must present coupon • Expires February 29, 2003 | Winning the Kettle Lake Spelling Bee was Travis Taylor (left). Greg Echelbarger came in as runner-up Both will be continuing on to the Regional Spelling Bee Antique appraisal fair planned for Feb. 22 Sally Kuipers the last 30 years” he said, “that it is time to re-look re­ examine, re-evaluate and respond to this new informa­ tion. “Today, unborn children are viable at a very early stage, we can see their body parts inside the womb on ul­ trasound. We can see their little hearts beat, their faces and fingers and toes. Doesn’t this make us won­ der whether we should be terminating their lives?” Kuipers is a registered nurse, a wife and mother of three daughters, and has spoken to various civic or­ ganizations, public schools and churches. She brings her medical credentials and speaking experience as well as a video of an ultrasound showing a baby in the womb. The community is invited to come and hear her speak. Time is 6 p.m. Lake­ side Community Church is a Christian Reformed ministry located at 6201 Whitneyville SE, Alto. Nursery and ac­ tivities for young children will be provided. For more information call 868-0391. The Freeport Historical Society is sponsoring an An­ tique Appraisal Fair Satur­ day, Feb. 22, from 1 to 5 p.m. The Freeport Community Center will be filled with area residents holding items they wish to have appraised. The society has not set an admission fee, but will ac­ cept donations at the door. Appraisals cost $5 per item. All proceeds from this fair will go to the Freeport His­ torical Society. Pre-registration is ad­ vised, but not required. Call 616-765-5413 to pre-register or for more information. No coins, jewelry or stamps will be appraised on Feb. 22. Saving on home insurance is “No Problem.” ST undreds of thousands of families are saving money with Auto-Ownen Insurance fur their home and mobile home protection. Stop in and ask us about quality pro­ tection. with flexi­ ble payment AA & AL-ANON MEETINGS Caledonia - 100th and M 37. AA meets Tuesdays 6:30 a.m.; and Saturdays 10 a m. Open Discussion Meeting. (Al-Anon meets Tuesday and Thursday at noon.) 9964 Cherry Valley #3, Caledo­ nia. Contact Jerry R at 4379452 Monday, Friday, noon, 9669 Kraft Ave.. Holy Family Church, AA open meetings. Tuesday and Thursday 5:30. (TFN) plans and "No Problem" claim ^ulo-Ownen Insurunct ISV I AM I HIM BOBNKOtAi Aes/dane 497 Arlington St (M-37) PO Box 99 Middleville mi 49333 (269) 891-8208 (269) 795-3302 Toll free (800) 706-3302 Fax (616) 795-3935 �The Sun and News. Middleville. Ml/Fetxuary 4. 2003/Page 9 GFWC’s Art and Senior Scholarships available are available to high school students in these areas and recipients are selected by the department chairs at the high schools. These scholar­ ships recognize the pro­ grams and teachers of area schools that have encour­ aged such talent and skill. Senior (academic) schol­ arships applications are available through the respec­ tive counseling offices and seniors will be selected for interviews by the club's Scholarship Committee Be­ The General Federation of Women’s Clubs (GFWC)Gun Lake Area are offering Art Scholarships and Senior (academic) Scholarships through four high schools serving Gun Lake. This will mark the 19th year scholarships have been awarded. Art Scholarship in forma­ tion is available through the Art and Music Departments of Delton-Kellogg, Way­ land-Union, ThornappleKeilogg and Martin High Schools. These scholarships This is “Don’s Bench," donated by the family of Donald Mercier. The stepping stones also will be added to the memorial garden. Memorial Garden dedicated with candles, music, tears by Patricia Johns Staff Writer Carvcth Village, a local assisted living facility, has been open for almost four years, and in that time many residents have stayed for just a day or for years. Owner Cheryl Peters says, “The residents and their families made a big im­ pression on us.” As a way to remember the 54 residents who died at Carveth, a memorial garden with benches and a hard sur­ face path will be installed. Two residents in particu­ lar were mentioned, Don Mercier, whose family do­ nated a bench, and Charlie Hauser, who is being re­ membered with a tree. All 54 names were read aloud during the service and candles were lit for all of them. Students who donated $500 to the garden will be invited to the outdoor dedi­ cation in the spring. Peters invited families to visit the garden for solace and to share memories of their loved ones. TK PTO to meet Feb. 19 cause Gun Lake GFWC is a community oriented volun­ teer organization, criteria for applicants must include school and community in­ volvement. as well as lead­ erships. academic achieve­ ment and communication skills. Each recipient must be attending college in the fall. For more information, call scholarship chair Ruth Perino at 269-795-2627 or club president Fran Leonard at 269-795-8731. 00'tef'tee What is the Thornapple Kellogg PTO doing this year? What PTO activities are coming up? To find answers to these questions and more, attend the next PTO meeting at 1:45 p.m. Wednesday, Feb. 19, in the Page Elementary all-purpose room. There will be a review of plans for the Staff Apprecia­ tion Luncheon Feb. 20 and planning for next year. Parents of students in grades K-8 for the 20032004 school year are needed to serve as PTO officers. At­ tend this meeting for more information or leave name and telephone number for the PTO at any of the schools. 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Wayne Kiel said. “If you know an individual who has enriched the life (lives) of men, women, and or children in the Thornapple area by acting as a leader (or giver) in the needs of our community, please summit their name." The address is Thomapple Area Enrichment Foundation. Rev. Wayne Kiel, P.O. Box 164, Middleville, Ml 49333-0164. Please include the following information: Person or per­ son’s name, reason for nomina­ tion. biographical sketch (fam­ ily. occupation, organization or activity). Deadline for submitting a nomination is March 7. Final selection will be made by the TAEF Board and the Honors Banquet will be held Sept. 18. The Thomapple Area En­ richment Foundation was formed to ennch the quality of life in the Thomapple Area by acting as a catalyst in solving the evolving needs of the com­ munity. Caledonia graduates joins Irish Studies Brennecke Hormel. a sophomore at Taylor Uni­ versity’s Upland campus, w ill be studying off campus during the 2003 spring se­ mester in the Irish Studies program. Brennecke is the child of Dennis and Melissa Hormel and is a graduate of Caledo­ nia High School. The Irish Studies program is designed to help college -HASTINGS1317 E. Woodlawn OPEN SUNDAY, FEB. 9 from 1-4 PM Nice 4/2* ranch on 1.3 woxJed acres, deer and wildlife yet close to town Huge kitchen. MFU. 2 fireplaces, 2 car garage plus 2 stall car port. 2 coveted patios. 3,0001 sq. ft. FHA. Conv, Cash. $149,900. (fimadwuy N. to Woodlawn. E. 1.5 /rules to private drive.) Mars Ann Gehrke 893-98X4 or *40 XOOO COLDWELL BANKER SCHMIDT students expand cultural and spiritual awareness by studying and experiencing the history and culture of Ireland. 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This one-hour program is free, but seating is limited. To reserve your seat or for more information, please call or stop by today. If you are unable to attend, please contact our office for other viewing options. by Patricia Johns Staff Writer Crayola is celebrating 100 years of crayon making. The Binney-Smith Company has expanded the line into col­ ored pencils, craft materials and markers, some which only color on special paper. There are also markers that twist or write like spiders or more. I still like crayons. I like the smell and the smooth feel. Because I am not an artist I feel comfortable with crayons. They are not in­ timidating like pastels hard, soft or oil, who knows? With a crayon you can make a “For Sale’’ poster; draw a picture or even just doodle your time away. The only drawback to crayons is when the only writing im­ plement at the telephone is the nub of a crayon and you can’t read the numbers you’ve scrawled on a scrap of paper. Crayola has planned lots of activities this year. There are four new colors they are asking people to name. Four colors that are going to be eliminated and people can vote to save one of five col­ ors being considered for elimination. On the edge of the melting pot are burnt si­ enna, blizzard blue, teal blue, mulberry and magic mint. Inside the “special edi­ tion” 100 crayon box is a lit­ tle package of the 4 new crayons. Names can be sug­ gested for these colors by accessing the Crayola web­ site at www.Crayola.com until July 1. This is the same site to save a favorite color from retirement. Crayola retires crayons to make room in the box. Even the biggest box is not big enough to hold all the colors of their imagination. Cray­ ons currently come in 120 colors including 23 reds, 20 greens, 19 blues, 16 purples, 14 oranges, 11 browns, 8 yellows, 2 grays, 2 coppers, 2 blacks, and one each of white, gold and silver. In 1990 maize, lemon yel­ low, blue gray, raw umber, green blue, orange red, or­ ange yellow and violet blue moved from the box to the Crayola Hall of Fame. I can remember when the eight crayon box was not big enough for the colors of my imagination. Then imagina­ tion surpassed 16 crayons. But my family couldn't af­ ford those bigger boxes. The 24 crayon box is the best selling but even that one didn't have all the col­ ors I needed. It did seem to me that if I just had 48 or gasp. 96 crayons there was no stoppiing where my imagination could go. If you go to the Thornap­ ple Kellogg Schools you probably find more crayons at the McFall and Lee build­ ings. By fourth grade at Page students are a little too sophisticated for crayons. Then in middle school teachers require colored pencils or markers. But if you look in some desks, back packs, the art room or at home crayons can still be found. In the McFall art room there are bins of crayons, separated by color. I am glad that children get to learn the feel of colors with crayons still. Every year when I go 'back to school' shopping I check out the crayons. 1 want to see what is new. the colors andthe texture. Just the smell of a new box of crayons marks the beginning of a new year. Several years ago I dis­ covered the boxes of “multi­ cultural” crayons which Crayola produces. They were wonderful. The colors allow you to do faces really well. While I will never use as many crayons as artist Douglas Mehrcns (24.000 a year) I know that a brand new box of Crayola crayons will always mean a world of possibilities, just waiting for a blank piece of paper. Tax forms available now at TK Library Tax forms are available at the Thornapple Kellogg School and Community Li­ brary on Mondays, Wednes­ days and Fridays from 7:30 a.m. until 4 p.m. The library is open on Tuesdays and Thursdays from 7:30 a.m. until 8 p.m. Copies of Michigan tax forms are available for 10 cents a sheet. In addition, Librarian Jo­ anne Boyer encourages pa­ trons to explore the periodi­ cals and newspapers the li­ brary receives. These include American Baby, Art News, Better Homes & Gardens, Booklist. Car & Driver, Child, Con­ sumer Reports, Country Liv­ ing, Craftworks, Detroit Free Press, Discover, Economist, Education Week. ESPN. Good House­ keeping, Grand Rapids Press, Hastings Banner, Martha Stewart, Michigan History, Michigan Out of Doors, Michigan Sportsman, Money, Motor Trend, Na tional Geographic, Newsweek. Pcnasce Globe, Popular Science, Reminder, Road & Track, Scientific American, Seventeen, Skateboarding, Smart Com­ puting, Smithsonian, Snow­ boarding, Sun and News, Teen People, Time, Victo­ ria, Voya and YM. For information about the Thomapple Kellogg School and Community Library, lo­ cated inside Thornapple Kellogg High School, call 795-5434. Reach over 11,000 area homes with an ad in the Sun & News. Call 945-9554 to place your ad today. 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Rawllings was the first place winner in the CMS carnival poster contest. by Cathy L Rueter Staff Writer Caledonia Middle School sixth-grader Emily Rawlings knows what it takes to make a great carnival — a bit of the green stuff to spend on games, fun and food. Rawlings apparently also knows what it takes to catch the eye of poster judges. She was the first place winner of the Caledonia Middle School carnival poster contest. As has happened in the past, the sixth grade set ruled the roost when it came to win­ ning entries (more sixthgra'ders tend to enter the contest). Alyssa Helm won second place with her rendi­ tion of "Tweety" and pals, while Shayna Pattison, (both CMS sixth-graders) took third place with a poster about a carnival favorite — food. With the carnival coming up on Saturday, Feb. 8 (5-8 p.m.), students had a set cri­ terion to follow for their poster entries. 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Josh Haywood, ENRICHMENT FOUNDATION Kellogg school district who Trevor Dalton, Josh PalOur Hometown Charitable Organization will never forget how to mitier, Alex DeVries and spell certain words. From Teddy Rosenberg. “benefit” to “unfurl” and On Jan. 28, 22 students from "habitual” to "putrid” filled the middle school li­ MISSION: To enrich and enhance the these students will know the brary tempted from the siren quality of life in the Thornapple Area by words they missed during call of volleyball and wres­ acting as a leader and catalyst in the the 2003 spelling bees. tling to wrestle with conso­ evolving needs of the community. The Page spelling bee nants and vowels. Jan. 22 lasted nine rounds, At the end of 13 rounds, with 16 students testing their Mike Plants was runner-up memories. At the end. Jes ­ to winner Sam Scholtens. For scholarship and chantable gift information, please write to: sica VanRhee spelled “ban­ Scholtens’ win was no P.O. Box 164 Middleville. 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The Q* MZBlwOUS i nc . duc|~between ibe. derby wearing combatant and the one with spasms had no benefit. “Don’t hector me, she shouted. “I need to amass by multiplication sup­ plies for the nether world.” Regional competition will be held in February. �The Sun and News. Middleville. Ml/February 4, 2003/Page 13 Caledonia DECA chapter earns medals at districts by Cathy L. Rueter Staff Writer Eighty-one students from Caledonia High School’s DECA chapter won a num­ ber of medals last month at the District II Career Devel­ opment Conference at Ferris State University and some qualified qualifying for the State Conference in Dear­ born in March. Students competed in written tests and case stud­ ies. DECA advisor and CHS teacher Tom Miller an­ nounced the students who cither placed first in their particular area or accumu­ lated enough points to win a medal overall and qualify for State. In Food Marketing, Frank D'Amico took top honors in everything he touched, win­ ning medals for written test 1. written test 2, case study and state qualification. Amy Nerz earned top honors for written test and was a state qualifier for Apparel & Ac­ cessories. Josh llarig was a state qualifier for Retail Management. Matt Cook did the written test and qualified for state for Mar­ keting Management. Kevin Clausen did case study and Kelan Donahue was a state will go to state for Food qualifier in Apparel & Ac­ Marketing. Blake Wolf was cessories. Four other students a state qualifier for Entre­ preneurship. Elizabeth Stan­ medaled in either written ley did written test, case test or case study, but did study and qualified for state not accumulate enough for E-commerce. Chris West points to qualify for the state scored high in written test, conference. Jill Russell case study and was state medaled in written test for qualifier for E-commerce. Hospitality; Dan Jennings medaled in case study for Christina Stoetzei. Katie Marketing Management; Hekman. Charlie Burggraff Ben McKnight medalled in and Chase Franklin all qualified for state in E-com­ case study for Business merce. Nate Stauffer and Services and Nick Neely Trudeau qualified for state medaled in case study for in Financial Services. Duane Food Marketing. All state qualifiers will be Stephenson and Sarah Nie­ headed for competition in meyer both medaled for Dearborn at the Hyatt Re­ written test and qualified for gency in March. They will state for Financial Services. be competing against about Carrie Reed and Amanda 3,000 other DECA students Beaumont both qualified for from the area. From there State in Travel & Tourism the top four winners will go Marketing. Ryan Stephan and Jordan Barber both re­ to Orlando. Fla., to compete ceived medals for case study in the International Confer­ and state qualification in ence. Between 14,000 and Sports & Entertainment Marketing. Chris Gates 15,000 students from the U.S.. Germany. Guam, Can­ qualified for State in Tech­ nical Sales Event; Mike La- ada. Mexico and Puerto ponsie medaled for case Rico are expected to attend study and State for Vehicles the International Conference A Petroleum Marketing and in April. CHS DECA students proudly display their medals won at the District II Career Development Conference in January. "ITFHirTar.K" — r- (ijtt vxcsraacxKxx KX3T= r wl-KT .- J t Choose from 400 Books and 5 a ve 50-55% Off On All Wallpaper Orders Gymnasts do well at competitions Young gymnasts at Gymnastics in Motion have done well in their last two competitions and are al­ ready preparing for the next on the schedule, pic­ tured above with their medals are Jacob Jenkins (front center) and from left Teddy Rosenberg, Brady Gibson. Jeremy VanStrein, Devon Borror and Jake Foote. PARADIGM HOMES, INC. 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Ml/February 4. 2003 VILLAGE OF Middleville council rejects fuel loading MIDDLEVILLE by Patricia .Johns Staff Writer A recommendation for a special use permit for a Crystal Flash bulk fuel facil­ ity in the Middleville Indus­ trial Park was passed 5-3 Jan. 7 by the Planning Com­ mission. but then rejected Jan. 28 by the Village Coun­ cil. At the beginning of the meeting Tuesday night. Dave Cigliano from Crystal Flash gave an overview of plans for the site in the Mid­ dleville Industrial Park. As he did at the Jan. 7 Planning Commission meeting, he stressed the safety features of the site plan. The council heard from seven of the room full of residents Tuesday night dur­ ing the public hearing. Vil­ lage President Lon Myers also accepted a petition with more than 100 signatures opposed to the Crystal Flash facility. Kim Selleck who owns a greenhouse on Crane Road across from the proposed site, talked about the impact of traffic, the problem of lights affecting neighboring residents, and the fact that other Crystal Flash installa­ tions have had serious spills. Selleck also said he was concerned about the soils in the area and environmental impact. He also questioned the need for a Class A road at this time. “I’m not against develop- Medical Transcriptionist? If you arc interested in training at home to become a medical transcriptionist, you are invited to attend a free informational session at LeamTranscription.com, a licensed, online, state-of-the-art medical transcription school. Session Dak Is: Tuesday, February 18th at 6:30 PM at 118 East Superior in Hayland. Ml Please RSVP to Betsy Curran 1-866-LEARN-86, ext.109 for the above session and for directions. I earn Transcription/:o«n ment of the industrial park, but I think that Route 37 would be a better location for a facility like this.” Other speakers asked howmuch truck traffic would be increased, about impact on the value of homes in the area and noise. David Perkins asked how this development matches the work being put in to ‘make downtown a better place.” He was also con­ cerned with the impact the facility might have on the Thornapple River. Other concerns were the burden on the road and the safety of children playing in the neighborhood and whether this development would affect school bus routes. The consensus of many in the audience was that this site “is just too close to resi­ dences for a fuel facility.” Eldon Newmyer. chair­ man of the Planning Com­ mission. told the board that the commission was im­ pressed with the safety re­ cord of Crystal Flash, the details of the site plan which met all the requests of the site plan committee and the approvals already received from the Michigan Depart­ ment of Environmental Quality. At the end of the meeting. David Dykstra told the council that he was con- Without official Public Notice published in your newspaper, this may be all the information you get. Currently and historically, it is the responsibility of government to publish public and legal notices here in Michigan's newspapers. Facts concerning court actions, government bids, zoning changes, tax increases, and legislative proposals are all published here. In fact, it’s the law serving your right to know; assuring that you are informed of events and important information affecting your life and community. Public Notices in Newspapers. Your Right to Know, Delivered Right to Your Door. cemed that residents did not realize that Crane Road would have to be upgraded to Class A to serve the in­ dustrial park. A Class A road must be able to handle the weight of trucks and semi-trailers. As the remaining lots are developed, there will be parking areas with lighting. Dykstra mentioned that he was looking for another lo­ cation for his business. Dan Valley Excavating, because the number of trucks he needs is growing and be­ cause of the impact of in­ creased traffic on the neigh­ borhood. Myers was serving on the Village Council when the industrial park was formed. He said, “our intent was to bring in small, clean manu­ facturers to provide local jobs. We were looking for indoor operations that would not create negative impacts on the village. “I think that the job crea­ tion provided by this devel­ opment is minimal. This is not the type of industrial de­ velopment we envisioned at the beginning,” Myers con­ cluded. The special use permit was denied by a vote of 5-1 with Bill Kenyon the only one to support it. Dorothy Corson was absent at this meeting. Myers told the audience that this was a “difference of opinion” with the planning commission, not that one body was right and the other wrong. In other business, Village Manager Bryan Gruesbeck told the council that the draft sidewalk ordinance would be on the agenda for the next meeting. The Michigan Depart­ ment of Transportation will be in the village to look at Grand Rapids Street from Lafayette Street to Eagle Drive. M-DOT will be going out for bids later this spring. Construction should take place in early summer. Planner Jeff Moffat re­ ported that Town Centre and Marketplace will be bring­ ing commercial develop­ ments to the Planning Com­ mission. Both developments have had discussions with the Downtown Development Authority on facades. MDOT is also looking at the realignment of Arlington Court. Myers said, “These devel­ opments are exciting for the village and will be benefi­ cial for the village.” The next meeting of the Middleville Council is at 7 p.m. Tuesday, Feb. 11, in village hall. Call 945-9554 anytime for Sim & News ACTION-Ads. Reach over 11,000 area homes every week for just a few dollars! SYNOPSIS VILLAGE OF MIDDLEVILLE. MICHIGAN COUNCIL MEETING MINUTES JANUARY 14. 2003 The regular meeting of the Village of Middleville. Michigan Council was called to order at 7 00 p m by Mr Lon Myers. Council President of the Village of Middleville. Michigan, in the Council Chamber of the Village Hall Members present Mr Floyd Bray. Mrs. Dorothy Cor­ son. Mr William Kenyon. Mr Michael Lytle. Mr Lon Myers. Mr Charles Pulien and Mrs Marilyn Vander Berg Minutes of the December 17. 2002 meeting were approved as written The Agenda was approved as wntten. ACTIONS TAKEN 1 Approve Resolution #03001. Budget Adjustment Resol­ ution #1 on a motion made by Mr Bray and supported by Mrs VandenBerg Roll call vote resulted in all Ayes 2. Approved Resolution #03002. Approve Amendment No 31 of Grand Valley Metropolitan Council on a motion made by Mr Bray and supported by Mrs VandenBerg Roll call resulted in all Ayes. 3 Approve the invoices dated December 23. 2002 and Jan­ uary 10. 2003 in the amount S122.303 42 on a motion made by Mr Pullen and supported by Mr Bray 4. Set a Public Heanng on January 28. 20&3 regarding the proposed fuel depot on a motion made by Mr. Pullen and support­ ed by Mr Bray 5 Set a Public Hearing on February 25. 2003 regarding the Special Assessment Distnct lor Downtown Propertv Owners on a motion made by Mr Bray and supported by Mr Lytle 6 Approved an amount not to exceed $11000 for FY2002 auditing services from Siegfried Crandall on a motion made by Mr Bray and supported by Mr Lytle 7. Approved the 2003 Meeting Schedule, with one December meeting on December 16. 2003 on a motion made by Mr Bray and supported by Mrs Vanden­ Berg 8 Adjourned the meeting at 7 55 p m on a moion made by Mr Bray and supported by Mr Kenyon Respectfully submitted. Rhonda L. Fisk. Clerk The complete text of the minutes may be read at the Village Hall between the hours of 9 00 a m and 5 00 pm. Monday through Friday. (304) CHARTER TOWNSHIP OF CALEDONIA MEETING NOTICE A Regular Meeting of the Charier Township of Caledonia Board of Trustees will be held beginning at 7:00 p.m on Wednesday. February 5, 2003. at the Caledonia Township/Village Hall, 250 Maple Street, Caledonia, Michigan. NOTE: Individuals with disabili­ ties may request auxiliary aids and services for the meeting by contacting the Township Clerk at (616) 891-0070 9 UNFINISHED BUSINESS A Open Space Preservation • 2nd Reading B Home Occupations - 2nd Reading C Sign Provisions • 2nd Reading ,D. Nonconforming Use Provisions - 2nd Reading E. Planned Unit Development Distnct - 2nd Reading F. Home Based Businesses 2nd Reading G. Parking Loading & Access Management 2nd Reading ientativlagenda H. Broadmoor/Cherry Valley 1. CALL TO ORDER/ROLL Overlay ■ 2nd Reading CALL I. Private Street Regulations • 2. PLEDGE OF ALLE­ 2nd Reading GIANCE AND INVOCATION J Sexually Oriented 3. CONSIDERATION OF THE Businesses - 2nd Reading MEETING AGENDA K. Flood Plain Distnct ■ 2nd 4. PUBLIC COMMENT Reading (BRIEF) L. Copier 5. APPROVAL OF CONSENT 10. NEW BUSINESS AGENDA A. Striking of Personal A Minutes of the January 15, Property Taxes 2003 Meeting B Resolution to Adopt NFPA B. Correspondence Not Standard 1582 For Medical requiring Board Action Requirements for Fire Fighters C Approval to Pay Bills C Cemetery Program D. Ordinance - First Read D Approval of Bid to Replace Amendments in Planned Mineral Concrete at Township Hall Removal District E Approval of Bid for Office 6. INQUIRY OF CONFUCT Remodeling at Township Hall OF INTEREST 11. BOARD COMMENTS 7. REPORT FROM BOARD 12. PUBLIC COMMENT OFFICERS AND STAFF (EXTENDED) 8. CORRESPONDENCE 13. ADJOURNMENT Help Wanted Z-Jiii/ 'JVidi r part & full time help needed Busy orthopedic office: ffexable hours. Competitive wages. send resume to: lk ’ _Jk Hastings Orthopedic Clink 840 Cook Rd. Hastings Ml 49058 Drs *Merr: man»Larke«Leep-Horton �The Sun and News. Middleville. Ml/Fetxuary 4. 2003/Page 15 Challenges, continued from page 1 “I think we are somewhat vulnerable defining high density as we do,” Zylstra said. He pointed out that high density in some areas is defined as from 12 to 15 units per acre. Denisty less than that would not be economically advantageous to the devel­ oper to put up, it was coun­ tered. It was said that some planning theories support clustering housing units to­ gether to take the pressure off the migration toward large lots, causing urban sprawl. Zylstra recommended bringing the minimum lot size in the next dense zone to one acre, resulting in an increase in density. He suggested in residen­ tial areas where 40,000 square feet is sometimes used as a minimum lot size in the zoning language, it might be more clear to resi­ dents if the term one acre was used, if used in both documents. Township Attorney Jim Brown said in some sur­ rounding communities, six units per acre are defined as high density. He said he would find documentation to compare Caledonia to sur­ rounding areas. That infor­ mation could support the current definition of 6.2 acres as high density. The lack of apartment housing also could be seen as a class of housing that has been ig­ nored in Caledonia, and could be challenged. Zylstra said it would be in the interest of the township to allow expansion of high density housing by those who have already proven the quality of projects they build, rather than to leave it open to be developed by an unknown entity if the town­ ship was challenged. If a type of housing is planned for and evident in the town­ ship, the lack of it would not have to be defended. Gunnink said he thought two different definitions or districts were needed, one for manufactured housing and another for higher den­ sity multi-family. It could be possible to create a different district for apartments, but concluded he did not think people in this township want a density greater than ap­ proximately six units per acre. Commissioner Rick Par­ ent agreed, the township residents wanted a lower density. In the end of the master planning process, the developers and land owners pressured for a two-acre lot size in the more rural areas. If v hat was decided was de­ fensible, then why change it? he asked. Planning Commission Chairman Archie Warner said residential was different than highway commercial, while some changes are be­ ing asked for now to allow high density residential where commercial and in­ dustrial areas originally were planned. He said about one-half the township was planned now for rural pres­ ervation. where two-acre lots are possible, and asked if that was what should be kept, or altered. Parent said there were utility issues involved in planning for high density. it was said some very big players, companies on a na­ tional level were looking to develop areas of Caledonia, with plans to build as many as 1,000 homes in one de­ velopment. Warner said people who don’t own property in the township come in with the idea of developing it. A challenge for the com­ mission would be to decide how much space is needed to be allocated for these kinds of housing, and to de­ cide if what was established was sufficient or too much. Planning for this and stating the reasons is an important step in defending a plan if challenged later on. Gunnink suggested allow­ ing for dense housing to oc­ cur as a buffer between planned industrial areas and other residential zones. If the conditions were planned for on paper such as a possi­ bility in planned unit devel­ opments (PUDs), the actual placement would not be re­ quired. These buffer areas would evolve as transition zones as these general zon­ ing areas began to be devel­ oped. "We-need to have a rule about the maximum density set for a PUD." Gunnick said, where this would be al­ lowed. and have a lowenough number set to define just how dense these devel­ opments could be. Brown said generally lower densities become in­ defensible when land prices increase. Brown said to keep open space, some communities have turned down some pro­ jects. and firmly resisted. Some commissioners ar­ gued that if they change the numbers now, then more pressure would be brought to increase the density fur­ ther when the time came. Taking measures to resist the pressures was generally thought to be the way to keep the kind of character wanted by the community when the master plan was created two years ago. Public officials often do not stand firm enough, and settle through negotiation to avoid the legal costs in­ volved. This results in erod­ ing what residents have wanted for their communi­ ties. Local officials have ad­ mitted to being scared. In some cases recently, devel­ opers have filed a legal suit even before filing an appli­ cation with the municipality, often in cases of manufac­ tured housing, but Caledonia already has that type of housing. There are also apartments and condos and multifamily housing existing in the township. Brown said each kind of housing must exist in the township, to be defensible, as not having one type would be defined as exclu­ sionary. Ordinance revisions being drafted by the Caledonia Planning Commission probably will be completed within a month, and com­ missioners are pushing for­ ward to meet that goal with ordinance workshop ses­ sions until finished. Zylstra explained the Township Board will ad­ dress the next set of com­ pleted ordinances Monday. Feb. 17. at the second read­ ing. Public comment will probably be heard at that meeting. The ordinances will be available to be read in several locations, and these locations listed in the newspapers. Finishing touches were added to the general provi­ sions section dealing with accessory buildings and rec­ reational vehicles, fences, and retaining walls. Set­ backs along natural water­ courses, lakes, streams and rivers were established. These details have been re­ viewed in other Sun and News articles. Definitions pertaining to different parts of the ordi­ nances still need to be re­ fined. Procedural approaches to site condos were reviewed. A stormwater drainage plan is to be included with an ap­ plication. Road widths are covered under the private road ordinance. Some roads in the past have not been built to county specifica­ tions, with less than 66 feet in width, and then they are turned over to the county to own and maintain, making maintenance difficult. Where denser neighbor­ hoods are planned, the need for sidewalks on one side of the street were mentioned, for the safety of children. The commission has the dis­ cretion to require sidewalks within a site condo develop­ ment. Lighting, with lights not to exceed 23 feet in height is to be left to the dis­ cretion of the developer or neighborhood association, as many residents want to pre­ serve the rural atmosphere by not flooding their devel­ opments with light at night. Major changes to an ap­ proved site plan such as add­ ing units or changing lot lines would require permis­ sion. The township planner is to review the layout be­ fore the deed is recorded. Definition of major and mi­ nor changes to the site plans of a development are to be specified so there is no con fusion about which changes may be made without plan­ ningcommission approval. Commissioner Wally Bujak said he thought residents in the area surrounding a site condo should be notified, though there is no legal re­ quirement to do so. The developer has one year from approval of the application until the start of construction. The commission’s next work session will be Mon­ day. Feb. 10, with regularly scheduled agendas for Feb. 3 and Feb. 17. AMERICAN MANUFACTURED . u. LIVING, INC. •gt February Savings! Rent tor 3 tears on AN Model Home purchase (Both A locations] S125/mo. for 3 Yrs. Country Meadows & Cider Mill Located in CIDER MILL VILLAGE (Middleville) or COUNTRY MEADOWS VILLAGE (76th & Kraft) All Homes PRICED TO SELL AMERICAN MANUFACTURED LIVING For further information call CAROLE at 6*16-891-2225 �Page 16/The Sun and News, MkJdleviBe. Ml/Fetxuary 4. 2003 County denies map change for mobile home park expansion by Elaine Gilbert Assistant Editor Following the Barry County Planning Commis­ sion’s recommendation, the County Board of Commis­ sioners Tuesday unani­ mously denied a map change which would have allowed for an expansion of a mobile home park in the Gun Lake area. The Planning Commis­ sion and County Board men­ tioned the county’s key­ holing ordinance as one of the reasons for denying the rczoning because the exist­ ing mobile home park has about 140 feet of access on Gun Lake. Keyholing occurs when a housing development in­ cludes a piece of waterfront property and all those own­ ing homes in the develop­ ment are given access to the water through a common parcel. The keyholing amend­ ment is intended to preserve the quality of county lakes and the quality of recrea­ tional use of all waters within the county from new development that could po­ tentially add hundreds of us­ ers to a lake. Gerald Van Huisen, owner of Circle Inn Proper­ ties, had requested a zoning change from residential, multi-family low density (R3) to mobile home park (MHP) for the purpose of adding 25 sites with a reten­ tion pond on an undevel­ oped portion of the park in Section 5 of Orangeville Township. The existing park has about 50-60 mobile homes, the County Board was told In the County Planning Commission’s minutes, six reasons were given for rec­ ommending denial of VanHuisen's request: “due to the need to protect and pre­ serve the quality of the wa­ ter of Gun Ixike; public op­ position to the project; the fact that the project is not 10 acres in size as required (in the county's ordinance)...; that they cannot meet the setback requirements...; the lack of required open space and recreational area...; the lot sizes are too small as re­ quired...” Park Manager Rhonda VanderPloeg told the Plan­ ning Commission that the Orangeville Township Board, the Health Depart­ ment and local Sewer Authority had written letters stating the property could accommodate the additional sites. The fire department ex­ pressed concerned about its access because of the nar­ row road into the existing mobile home park. County Planning and Zoning Director Jim McMa­ nus told the Planning Com­ mission that the existing mobile home park was re­ zoned from R-3 to MHP in 1995 at the request of the township. Before the MHP designa­ tion. R-3 did allow for a mo­ bile home park, but at the time the “back portion of the property” was not included because it was being consid­ ered for possible apartments or multi-family structures. The current park is “grandfathered in’’ and does not kick in the keyhole ordi­ nance because it’s governed by the state, McManus told the board. Keyholing will have to be addressed anytime there is a proposed development on a lake, “but that doesn’t nec­ essarily mean they will all be turned down because of that,” County Board Chair­ man Jeff MacKenzie said. Several neighbors told the Planning Commission they were concerned about the potential park expansion and wondered if more 15-yearold “house trailers” would be allowed and if more peo­ ple would be accessing the lake. Neighbors claimed the area is saturated with peo­ ple. The potential for more crime also was named by two neighbors as a reason for opposition to rezoning. One neighbor said law en­ forcement agencies are at the current park two to three times a w eek. In other business, the County Board: • Set Feb. 25 at 10 a.m. as the time for a public hearing in the County Board cham­ bers concerning a request to annex 7.84 acres in Castle­ ton Township to the village of Nashville. Orvin Moore and Tad Davis, owners of Mulberry Fore Golf Course and a new 6,600-square-foot banquet facility. Mulberry Gardens, on the premises, are request­ ing the annexation primarily for the expansion of utilities, the County Board was told. Commissioner Jim French said the property was in the village at one time. • Gave County Transpor­ tation Director Joe Bleam approval to apply for federal and state financial grant as­ sistance. totaling $609,000 for the 2004 fiscal year. The County Board also re-ap­ pointed him as transporta­ tion coordinator for all pub­ lic transportation matters. Bleam said he would be applying for funds for one trolley, one van, a small bus, computer equipment and software, office furniture to replace 14 year old furnish­ ings, replacement communi­ cation equipment (base and mobiles) and maintenance equipment which includes diagnostic equipment for the buses, air-conditioning re­ capture and a four-point hoist to get vehicles off the ground. In the request is a federal operating grant for $63,929 and'funds from the Michi­ gan Department of Trans­ portation totaling $255,717. Bleam said he was not re­ questing any county fund­ ing. • Appointed Judy Brewer and re-appointed four others to three year terms on the Community Corrections Ad­ visory Board. Receiving re­ appointments were David McIntyre, representing com­ munications media; David Tripp, representing the busi­ ness community; Jeffrey Youngsma. representing criminal defense attorneys; and Brian Shumway, repre­ senting the service area. Brewer represents the Pro­ bation Department on the Board. • Heard MacKenzie say he sent a letter to Hastings Mayor Frank Campbell ask­ ing that the city send a rep­ resentative to the county’s new Brownfield Redevelop­ ment Authority Board. • Approved an amend­ ment to the 2003 Probation Residential Services agree­ ment between the county and Michigan Department of Corrections. County Administrator Mi­ chael Brown said the change is a percentage reduction in the amount the state pays the county to provide proba­ tion residential services. All counties’ community correc­ tions programs are affected. Commissioner Tom Wing asked if the change has been reflected in the county’s budget. “No, but it will be,” said Brown, noting that the re- duction is not expected to have a detrimental effect on the program. • Re-named surveyors Kenneth Brandt of Lacey. Robert Jonker of Byron Center. Robert Carr of Bat­ tle Creek. David Peabody of Plainwell. Steve Koerber of Wayland. Ray Moored of Hastings and Michael Pratt of Battle Creek to the Remonumentation Peer Group. County Surveyor Brian Rey­ nolds. by virtue of his office, and County Register of Deeds Darla, by virtue of her office, are also part of the group. Barry County and the rest of the state are in the midst of a huge remonumentation project to correctly place and/or document the loca­ tion of key markers (monu­ ments) that are used to sur­ vey land boundaries. The county receives state funds for the work. The funds are from fees people pay every time the register of deeds re­ cords a deed. The fee re­ cently increased from $2 to $4. These fees are put into a pool and distributed to coun­ ties around the state, McMa­ nus said. “This year we will receive about $15,000 from the state. By 2005, it should be $80,000 to $100,000 so that should greatly increase the amount of work we can do....” he said. . Reynolds has the respon­ sibility to appoint the peer group, and the County Board ratifies his selection. McManus said. “These are the surveyors who do the majority of the work in the county...,” he said in response to a ques­ tion from Commissioner Ken Neil. They surveyors are paid a per diem” to re­ view the corners that are coming into the county.” The County Board also approved changes in the 2003 remonumentation agreement, including the fee to the surveyor from $175 to $200 regarding corners af­ fected by construction be­ cause “he wasn't breaking even,” McManus said. The other change increases the fee from $200 to $250 for each monument installed on any corner that requires field traverse work (road/open field and woodlot/wctland) to reestablish the corner po­ sition. Kalamazoo County, for instance, is paying $750 per corner, he said, adding that some of the work there is more detailed because of being in a city. From Our Readers Local Citizens Speak Out On Issues TTES millage is a bargain To the editor: Let me preface my re­ marks by stating that in the 50 years 1 have been in Mid­ dleville, I have voted yes on all school millage requests. After all. Thornapple Kel­ logg schools have educated our seven children and (so far) six of the grandchildren. But if artificial turf had been on last year's millage (bond) proposal, that vote might not have been “yes.” It seems incredibly bad timing that the "great deal" on the turf came after the millage had been approved. Would the board have been able to “sell” the millage had the turf been on it? I don't know. I do know that Mid­ dleville professes to be a “football town.” Conse­ quently, 1 am convinced that any time there would be a choice made as to who could use the field, football would have preference — always. “That's just the way it is.” Secondly, we are a rural community. The Planning Commissions of both Mid­ dleville Village and Thor­ napple Township strive to keep it at least looking that way in view of the growth and development. We’re based on farming, for heaven's sake, we ought to be able to grow grass. Now there’s another elec­ tion coming up in town — whether or not we will say yes to a small millage that will have large results — to construct a new facility for Thornapplc Township Emergency Services. We re told the “average” house­ hold will pay about $74 more in taxes. It’s a bargain, believe me. And they won't be throwing in any changes and/or extras once the mil­ lage is approved. Please come out and see that we election workers earn our money on Feb. 11 — and give a hand to those who help you when you need it most. Lois Bremer, Middleville r wfs ■ n GMAC lease holders whose lease expires April 1, 2003 thru August 31, 2003 ' can terminate their lease at no extra cost. PULL AHEAD into a new vehicle. c s Call a Bill Seif professional today! _ K, Bill Seif Chevrolet Buick T 1 Manw i WearwMkf 8 » 8 Tuakdfty. A Fnoe, 8-8 9 '2 00 S M-37 IN HASTINGS-616-945-2425 1-600-235-2425 \ �The Sun and News. Middleville. Ml/February 4. 2003/Page 17 New program has goal of family reunification Foster homes needed in Middleville lor homeless teens by Elaine Gilbert A ssistant Editor Between 20 to 30 BarryCounty teenagers become homeless each year, accord­ ing to data compiled from five area school districts. In some instances, cars become their not-so-sweet homes. Sometimes they pitch a tent and live in the woods or in a campground. Others move in with rela­ tives. Some teens bounce from home to home, seeking shelter with various relatives and friends. Often these teens are run­ ning away from problems or have been kicked out of their homes by parents who want to wash their hands of teens’ behavioral problems. Approximately 45 county teens per year face other types of crunch times that aren’t quite as severe, but nevertheless involve crisis in their family living situa­ tions. “It’s really an unrecog­ nized trend that we’re start­ ing to sec. the number of youth who arc displaced from their homes," said Tim McMahon, casework super­ visor for the Barry Trial Court’s Family Division. ‘‘Things are getting more problematic for youth at a younger age.” A new voluntary pro­ gram, Safe Homes for Young People, has a mission of providing “community­ based, temporary safe shel­ ter for young people in crisis at home and provide the necessary supportive serv­ ices to re-unify the family and prevent future home­ lessness among the youth of Barry County.” “We’re not looking to pointing fingers at who is at fault and why the family can’t stay together. We re just looking at trying to re­ unify them,” McMahon stressed. * The plan is intended to be a proactive step for youth and their families. One of the key goals is to have up to five licensed fos­ ter homes in each of the five school districts - Thornap­ ple Kellogg. Delton Kel­ logg, Hastings. Maple Val­ ley and Lakewood - to offer safe shelter for up to 14 days for middle and high school students who are at risk of running away because they “arc in crisis at the home of their Barry County parent or guardian." For the past two years, representatives from those school districts have been meeting to discuss issues and plan ways to help youth in crisis because of their concern for the numbers of students that qualify as homeless. The meetings have been facilitated by Pat Lynn, who has been a case­ worker for the county’s Youth Services Bureau for nearly 18 years. She became frustrated with the lack of a county-based shelter for youth and the school dis­ tricts have collaborated to identify and document the issues and propose strategy. Lynn and Brenda Pickett of Delton Kellogg Schools spearheaded the program and co-authored a successful grant from the Michigan De­ partment of Education, McMahon said. They and McMahon praise all five school dis­ tricts for their important roles and dedication in try­ ing to meet a pressing need. “They are staying in it. They have been in it at from the beginning . and they’re still at the table with us...,” he said. The five school districts believe there is a great need for the Safe Homes for Young People Program. “Rural areas do not typi­ cally have the agency re­ sources that larger urban ar­ eas do. The students that we have seen leave our schools because of homeless issues have many times suffered academically and emotion­ ally because they have been transplanted into another community for services.” Lynn and Pickett wrote in their grant application. Each of the school dis­ tricts will have a liaison per­ son that will work directly with Lynn. A Community Board will be involved and will include parents of homeless youth, the home­ less youth and other local stakeholders. The new youth program has received a $34500 grant to pay for a caseworker 20 hours per week, stipends for foster families who will take the youths into their homes, training costs and other inci­ dentals. The Hastings Area School System will be the fiscal agent for the grant. The Youth Services Bu­ reau. a prevention arm of the court, will actually provide the casework referral service for the youth. McMahon, who only recently became involved in the Safe Homes for Young People program, supervises such court pro­ grams as the Youth Serv­ ices Bureau. Wraparound and others. His role in the new program branches from his supervisory position with the Youth Bureau. The caseworker for the Safe Homes for Young Peo­ An Assisted Liang & Specialised Memory Care Community 269-948-4921 youth who don’t want to be at home anymore because it’s going to be a combina­ tion...Typically what hap­ pens is...the parent gets fed up and calls the police and the police call us and say there’s no legal charges to deal with the child. So we go over, w ith them, their op­ tions. Is there a family friend you can stay with? Is there a relative (you can stay with) for a cooling off pe­ riod of time?” McMahon re­ lated. “So what they (displaced teens) are doing is moving from home to home, maybe within the same school dis­ trict. maybe no’. There's not that stability, therefore, they are not getting the rest, they arc more anxious, they are more worried, and then their (school) performance. I would assume, would suffer See foster homes, pg. 18 Business & Industry jWisJO 2003 Tell Your Story... 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Youth in crisis home situations are usually high school age. but could be younger at times. Sometimes parents may be tired of dealing w ith cer­ tain types of behavior and tell their teen to “get out. We don’t want you here anymore." he said. Conversely, a teen may have the perception that liv­ ing conditions are terrible at home and doesn’t want to live there. “We’re not saying this is a program for parents who don’t want their kids home anymore, and we’re not say­ ing this is a program for Published as an insert to the Hastings Banner in Spring 2003 use this special Issue to tell what part your business plays In creating and maintaining Barry County’s reputation as a... “Great Place to Live and Work” Advertising copy deadline is March 28. 2003 Don’t miss this opportunity for your company to be a part of this informational and historic documentation of business and industry in Barry County. Call your Sales Representative today! (269) 945-9554 �Page 18/The Sun and News, MtOdleville, Mi/Fetxuary 4, 2003 TK second at Calvin, will battle Squires Thursday The Trojan varsity volley­ ball squad went 2-1-1 at last Saturday’s Calvin Christian Friendship Tournament, good enough to take second place in the eight team tour­ ney. In the Championship match the Trojans were knocked off by Tri-Unity 12-15, 10-15. TK started the day with wins over Ottawa Hills and Covenant Christian. TK topped Ottawa Hills 15-8. 15-3, then Covenant 15-7, 15-6. O-K Blue foe Rogers then split with the Trojans by squeaking out the first game. 14-16. 15-9. The Trojans two-headed monster at setter led the way passing for TK. Me lisa Potts finished the day with 28 as­ sists, and Rachel Clinton led the team with 34 Megan Dutcher was the team's top killer with 29, and Cary Middlebush finished with 23 on the day. With Angela Blood out sick with the flu. Sara Wolf stepped up for the Trojans. /MCA ul b’dirj tyjuui'j Retreat & Conference Center i A place where you can learn, listen, feel, imagine, grow, understand, believe, rest, challenge, relax, simplify, experience, observe, nurture and belong Wolf had a perfect day serv­ ing and played good defense for the Trojans, said Coach Cindv Middlebush. TK's overall record now stands at 20-11-8. and the Trojans evened their confer­ ence record at 2-2 w ith a 1513. 15-4 win over the Coopersville Broncos last Thursday. in the win the Trojans were led in kills by Dutcher with ten. Blood served a pair of aces, and Clinton dished out 13 assists. The Trojans will try and push their league record over .500 and have some more success at Calvin Christian when they head back to take on the Squires on Thursday. Calvin topped Rogers for fifth place at the Friendship Tourney last weekend. After that. TK will be at East Grand Rapids on Satur­ day. Mehsa Potts showed her “Friendship" at Calvin last Saturday by dishing out 28 assists. (Photo by Perry Hardin) Megan Dutcher led the Trojans with 29 kills as they worked their way to a second place finish at last weekend s Calvin Christian Friendship Tourney. (Photo by Perry Hardin) Last second goal puts JV past South The Caledonia/Lowell Red Arrows jayvee hockey squad met the Sou’h Chris­ tian Sailors at Southside Sat­ urday, January 25. Both teams had played before, with the Red Arrows win­ ning. so the Sailors came out ready to even the score. The Red Arrows kept them in check with the first period ending scoreless. Within seconds of the sec­ ond period starting, the Sail­ ors put one on the score­ board. This fired up the Red Arrows as Austin Declerq responded within a minute, assisted by Ryan Bolt. The Red Arrows decided to win the second period with a goal by Will Holland (assists Kyle Austin, Cory Kowalski). The third period was well contested with both teams keeping each other con- Jeff Moore, David Sweeney. strained, Thcn, the Sailors Tim Kelly, Jon Latva, Chase tied the game at 4:28 re- Groll, and Mark Ccrajewski maining. kept the game in the Sailors But. undaunted, the Red zone and provided excellent Arrows responded with only support to Kowalski. 47 seconds remaining to win 3-2. Chase Groll (assist Kyle Corporate Retreats Grucz) got the winning goal Weddings Cory Kowalski had an ex­ Rehearsal Dinners cellent night in goal and got Family Reunions an assist. The rest of the Red Ar­ Birthday Parties rows offensemen Kyle Come and Experience Camp Algonquin... Baker, Austin McGregor, ...a place where you belong! Nick Truszkoswki, Jon Foster homes, from page 1 Christiansen, and Aaron P.O. Box 252 • 2055 Iroquois Trail are 14 days or less. Training Benmark provided strong as well as their attendance. Hastings. 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Angel Castillo (right) was one of three Fighting Scots to have a perfect 5-0 day at the Hopkins Invitational last Saturday. Fighting Scots tops at Hopkins A perfect 5-0 day gave the Fighting Scot varsity wrestling squad the Hopkins Invitational championship on Saturday. “Wc wrestled really tough today,” said Saxon coach Jim Maxim. Maxim gave for another successful Saturday to his wife, who helped host another team gathering prior to the invite. It was the second time this winter that a team gath­ ering on Friday night, turned into a strong Saturday per­ formance for the Scots, after also wrestling well at De­ cember’s Jesse Snow Invita­ tional. The Fighting Scots topped all comers, beginning with Fennville 72-12, then Lake­ wood ‘B’ 40-31, Martin 50- HOVRS: M-Th 5 am-9pm; Fri. 5am-8pm Sat. 8am-2pm; Sun.9am-3pm • 9175 Cherry Valley, Ste. K Caledonia, 891-2994 26, Wayland 39-30, and Hopkins 56-24. Martin fin­ ished in second place at 4-1, and the host Vikings were third at 3-2 on the day. Caledonia had three wres­ tlers finish the day 5-0, Corey Kilmartin. Frank D’Amico, and Angels Casti­ llo. Tyler Bowden, Brandon Cance, Caleb Moorhead, and Jim Haisma all finished the day 4-1 for the Fighting Scots. Going 3-2 for Caledonia were Rich McCarty, Adam Rohrer, and Robbie LaFountain. John Goebel and David Villarreal also won matches for Caledonia on the day. The O-K Gold season comes to a close this week for Caledonia as they visit Unity Christian on Tuesday, then head to Wayland Satur­ day for the O-K Gold Tour­ nament. YOUR ONE STOP WATER STORE rvicint) All Brands or 29 years lor Filter^ Purified Drinking Water Systems The Trojan varsity boys* basketball team responded from w hat Coach Kurt Holzhueter called a “catastrophe” Byron Center last Tuesday to top Belding on Friday night. A buzzer beating three pointer by Mark Rolison gave the Trojans a 12-11 lead to end the first period, and they extended it to 3521 by the end of the first half. “W’e just held 'em off the rest of the way,” said Holzhueter, eventually win­ ning 66-55 to move to 5-4 in the O-K Blue and remain in the pack fighting for second place in the league. Jon Yeazel led TK with 19 points in the contest, and seven rebounds. Brett Knight poured in 15, and Kyle Holst 12. Justin VanSpronsen had six assists. The Trojan bench got a little longer in their 69-59 loss to Byron Center Tues­ day, and it carried over into the contest against Belding. “We got a nice spark from some guys off the bench,” said Holzhueter. “Darrin Tape gave us a big spark.” The play of the bench was about the only positive Holzhueter could find in the Trojans loss at Byron. “The five guys who finished off the bench were the highlight of the game. Chase VandenBerg, Tape, Joe Ulberg, Bobby Hebert, and Ryan Adams had a huge run, outscoring Byron 30-12 in the fourth.” Ulberg had six points, He­ bert three, and they all chipped in good defense, said Holzhueter. VandenBerg led the team on the night with 13 points. The Trojans again fell be­ hind fast in the ball game. Byron ran out to a 17-5 first quarter lead, and they held the advantage into halftime. “We got thoroughly out­ played,” said Holzhueter, “and it really wasn’t a game after the first couple min­ utes. We made a little run in the second, but they just ripped it open in the third.” VanSpronsen also added 11 points for the Trojans in the contest. “Hopefully we’ll get off BEST PRICE, QUALITY, SERVICE Most Common Working Water Problems... Introducing... Chase VandenBerg led the Trojans with 13 points against Byron Center last Tuesday, as the TK bench mounted a furious fourth quarter comeback. 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Ml/February 4. 2003/Page 21 Caledonia’s rollers The 2003 Caledonia girls' bowling team (kneeling from left) Brittany Moore, Sharon Cooley, (standing) Courtney Wolf, Nikki Niles, Beth Yahne. Lauren Kusmierz. Ashley Jarboe. Yankee Electric Dan Genlher, Licensed & Insured Electrician Residential Light Commercial Service Upgrades Troubleshooting New / Remodels Middleville. MI 49333 The 2003 Caledonia boys’ bowling team. (Listed alphabetically) Jeremy Amante, Phil Ayers, Bruce Coururier, Ryan Howe, Nick Hutchins, Chris Jamieson, Jay Krolk, Steve Moyer, Kent Sinclair. The 2003 TK boys' bowling team (front from left) Brandon Field. Jared Smith. Scott Baker, Chip Huizinga, (back) Kevin Bishop Shawn Timm. Coach Arlin Dougherty, Eric Smith. The 2003 TK girls bowling team (front from left) Sara Hawkins, Jill McDuffee, Melissa Moorhouse, (back) Michelle Raetz, Michelle Hoffman, Coach Judy Dougherty, Leah French, Sarah Freeman. 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Against Cedar Springs, a team who’s battling to head the pack behind undefeated league leader South Chris­ tian for second place, the Scots fell down fast, said Coach Jason VanderWoudc. The Red Hawks opened the game with a 15-0 run. and finished the game with a 6140 win. Caledonia had the Red Hawk lead down to eight midway through the final quarter, but couldn’t make things any closer, and Cedar pulled away as the Scots be­ gan to foul. 1 HELP WANTED ; j Now hiring breakfast and lunch j cooks and servers. • Must be available on weekends. \ Competitive wages. • seventh place secure in skiing Abe Mulvihill led the Scots with 12 points. “We have a habit of tak­ ing a quarter off,” says VanderWoude. “It was the third against Kenowa, Friday it was the first." Last Tuesday against Ke­ nowa Hills the Scots led by six at the break, but saw the lead wiped away by a 22*11 third quarter from the Knights, who went on to a 66-59 victory. Kenowa knocked down 23 of 25 free throws on the contest Mlynarchek poured in 28 points for Kenowa, in­ cluding a perfect 8 of 8 from the free throw line. Mulvihill led the way for Caledonia with 23 points and eight rebounds. Joe Kowalski tossed in 14 The Scots will try and put Apply at: J ; I Abe Mulvihill and the Fighting Scots got their only O-K Gold victory so far this season when they took on Hastings in December. Now looking up at the Saxons (2-7 in the Gold), the Scots will try for win number two, Tuesday at home. • 9175 Cherry Valley Monterey Grille ; XElWmiXilSXElWIXSXSTJX 32 minutes together, “or as close as we can get,” says VanderWoudc, when they host Hastings Tuesday In the Greater Grand Rap­ ids High School Ski Confer­ ence’s fifth meet of the sea­ son. at Caberfae, the Fight­ ing Scot varsity girls fin­ ished in seventh place, and currently sit at seventh in the league standings. A couple more sevens, the girls’ finished seventh in both the Slalom and the G.S. The Scots were led by Lind­ sey McNeil, who finished six in both events. Brooke Hendry finished 17th in the G.S. and 18th in the Slalom for Caledonia. Behind Hendry in the G.S. for the Scots was the trio of Lindsey Byle. Mucki Doezma. and Jessica Mari­ ano. who finished back-toback-to-back from 36th to 38th. The Scots other two scor­ ers in the Slalom were Erin Mitteer in 32nd and Byle in 34th. Forest Hills Central won the meet, and the Rangers have a strong grasp on first place in the league, followed by Rockford. Forest Hills Northern. East Grand Rap­ ids, West Catholic, Grand Haven, Caledonia, Catholic night. The Saxons were the only team to fall to the Scots on Caledonia’s first trip through the conference schedule. Caledonia is 1-8 in the league. Friday night the Scots make the trip to Sparta. Call 945-9554 to place your Sun & News ACTION-Ad! Central. Greenville, and Grandville. Caledonia has a 91 point lead on Catholic Central for seventh place. 186-277. FHC has a 54 point lead over Rockford at the top of the league. The boys finished ninth in race number five, and are tied with West Catholic in eighth overall in the league. The Eagles moved up even with Caledonia with a fifth place finish at the meet. The Scots finished sixth in the G.S. Dan Atkinson finished 19th, followed by Andrew Ondcrsma in 28th. Rich Tourtellote 32nd. and Allen De Vol 37th. In the Slalom the Scots found themselves in eight place. Adam Crandell and Dan Atkinson finished 14th and 15th. but were the only two Scots to register times. Rockford is tops on the boys’ side, followed by East Grand Rapids. Forest Hills Central, Grand Haven. For­ est Hills Northern, Catholic Central, Kalamazoo Hack­ ett. Caledonia and West Catholic, Grandville. Grand Rapids Christian, and Greenville. See us for color copies, one-hour photo processing and all your printing needs. 1351 N. 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Their goal is to win their conference, and they ar< currently tied with Northview at the top of the conference standings. Against South, the final period proved to be the kil­ ler for the Sailors. Red Ar­ row junior Brandon John showed his speed and agility at the opening of the final period, and put Cal-Lowell up for the first time in the contest. On the drop of the puck Brandon John took the puck away from the Sailor defenseman, and made a quick move to break free, took three strides and cut loose a screaming wrist shot that beat Adams on the stick side to go up 3-2. Corey Kelly added to the lead soon after. Red Arrow defenseman Brian Posthu­ mus made a great defensive play at the blue line to keep the puck in the Sailor end. Ted McCoy passed to Brandon John who took a quick shot. Adams made the initial save, but Kelly was at the door step to sweep the rebound past the sprawling goaltender. South Christian wasn't about to give up, and while on a power play. Sailor Matt Chapman scored to cut CalLowell’s lead to just one. But less than a minute later Josh John fired a shot home to slam the door shut and se­ cure the victory for CalLowell. Assists on the play went to Corey Kelly and Brandon John. Dave Maylone had an­ other strong performance in the net as he was called upon to turn away 26 Sailor shots. The two teams skated evenly through the first pe­ riod with Cal-Lowell having the better of the scoring op­ portunities. The fore-check­ ing by the Arrows and Scots kept the puck in the Sailors” who drew first blood scoring a goal with just two minutes to play in the first period. Cal-Lowell drew even just 30 seconds later when senior center Eric Austin found teammate McCoy breaking through the neutral zone. McCoy took Austin’s pass and skated around one Sailor defender and beat netminder Adams on the glove side to knot the score. South Christian gave the home town crowd some­ thing to cheer with about five minutes gone in the sec­ ond period when an un­ checked Nick Meekhoff beat Arrow goalie Dave Maylone from close range to put the Sailors up one. But the lead was short lived however, as the “Cale­ donia Connection’’ lit it up to tie the game at 2-2. Cale­ donia sophomore players Kelly and McCoy have a knack for finding each other in front of opponents’ goals. And so it was this time as McCoy passed the puck out from behind the goal line, putting the pass right on Kelly’s stick and he had to just flip a backhand into the open net. APPLIANCES: Croslev gas stove, $100, Caloric refriger­ ator freezer, $150 (269)7954202 HANDYMAN: fix it, paint it or haul it away. No job too small, call Tim (616)6980188.____________________ USA TELECOM: your resi­ dential inside wire i deck telephone repair company. 866-621-9884____________ the Scots pulled out a 53-47 win. Spitzley was the team’s top scorer and rebounder with 15 points and nine boards. Ybema tossed in ten points, had seven rebounds, and three assists. It was the young Scots second win in two days after downing Wyoming Park 6462 in overtime on Jan. 24. The Scots erased a Viking lead late in the fourth quar­ ter to force overtime, where they came out on top. Dan Jennings and Ybema each had a 20-point night, and Ryan Stephan chipped in nine points and four steals. Jennings pulled down seven rebounds, and Ybema six with three assists. TK plans softball clinic With help from Northview Hall of Fame Softball coach Tom Judson and the Championship Softball Academy, the Thornap­ ple Kellogg High School softball coaches are plan­ ning a hitting and skills clinic Sunday Feb. 9 for fifth through eighth graders. The clinic will run from Ear Sale BLEAM EAVESTROLGHING Seamless gutter 50 Colors Free Estimates. Since 1959, 616-945-0004 wwwbleameaves.com GUITAR LESSONS: begin mg / intermediate / advanced All styles, 17yrs. experience All ages welcome, call Brian at (616)617-6119___________ JV continues its strong season Caledonia’s jayvee boys’ basketball team has won three straight games, and their record now sits at 10-2 overall with a 6-2 mark in the O-K Gold. Last Tuesday they topped Kenowa Hills 79-64, as Ty­ ler Ybema poured in 21 points and had three assists offensively. On D. Ybema swiped four steals. Daniel Spitzley and Steve Gillard also finished in dou­ ble-digit scoring for the Scots. Spitzley with 12 and Gillard with 10. Kelan Donahue tossed in eight points for Caledonia, and was the team's top re­ bounder with six. Saturday. Jan. 25 in a non-league contest at Ionia Business Services 4:15 p.m. - 6:15 p.m. in the McFall Gym. Grand Rapids Community College Softball Coach Paula Maloney will also be an instructor. 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Despite the lopsided score, TK coach Tom Leh­ man is still looking for his team to improve before the conference tournament and the state playoffs. “We’re gonna be better. We had too many sloppy mistakes.” Eleven Trojans earned victo­ ries at Rogers, but Lehman would have liked his team to pull out a few more points. Shane Shepherd starting things off dramatically for the Trojans last Thursday by scoring a takedown in the last second of overtime to break a 6-6 tie, and put TK up 3-0. A technical fall by Dayne Fletke put TK up 8-O, then a pair of forfeits gave TK a 20-0 lead. Andrew Reeder and Phil Garber were the beneficiaries of the forfeit victories. Phil Corson struggled at 189, and fell in a 7-4 deci­ sion, but Alec Belson got things back on the right track at 215 with a 4-3 win. Then another forfeit got Matt Potter a victory. Mike Gurski scored a technical fall at 119, Kyle Fletke scored a major deci­ sion at 140, and Pat McKe­ own and Tommy Winright picked up the Trojans two pins of the night as the TK closed out the Red Hawks. Mike McKeown also picked up a forfeit victory for TK. Rogers other points came at 130, where Josh Bower­ man was downed 13-4, and at 112 where the Trojans took the night off to prepare for the rest of the season. “It’s time to pick the pace up a little,’’ said Ixhman. TK’s 119-pound Mike Gurski kept letting his Golden Hawk opponent off the mat, in an attempt to rack up take down points last Thursday. (Photo by Brett Bre­ mer) � https://barrycountyhistoryportal.org/files/original/25/713/SunandNews_2003-02-11.pdf 802c14a1658fbea4b5e7ac1e19fc29e6 PDF Text Text HASTINGS PUBLIC LIBRARY 121 S CHURCH ST 9 mi GS *' a j ^W.tMWux-1893 and News Your Hometown Newspaper Serving Middleville and Caledonia Areas 132nd year Middleville, Michigan 43333 No. i i/March 11, 2003 Davenport’s rezoning request recommended by Ruth Zachary Staff Writer Davenport University’s request for a “Flagship Campus” apparently is being well received in Caledonia Township The Planning Commis­ sion last week eagerly rec­ ommended Davenport’s re­ quest to rczone its property from Agricultural to High­ way Commercial (HC) zon­ ing on a parcel south of 60th Street west off Kraft Ave­ nue. The recommendation next will go to the Township Board for approval. Randolph Flechsig, presi­ dent of the university, told the commission members about plans for the campus construction. He said an important goal is "to diligently move for­ ward. If we are able to fund the project as we currently define in this point in time, our best, most optimistic es­ timate is to have students there by fall of 2005. It's ag­ gressive, but it’s contingent upon everything moving as planned. "We are doing this be­ cause there is a need. The sooner we are able to bring it to a conclusion, ... the bet­ ter for our students." Davenport has its origins in the Grand Rapids com­ munity, Flechsig said. The new cammts °f 27 in Michigan, and contiguous to the highway, would allow the university to expand to meet the changing needs of students, whereas the cur­ rent location inhibits growth, Flechsig said. "We believe that particu­ lar piece of property would provide us ample space to develop the type of environ­ ment for our students that we believe is important to their learning experience. We would view that site as being not only our flagship campus in the university system but also a gateway for this community, Caledo­ nia Township,” Flechsig said. "W*« lank forward to working with this body and individuals involved in this approval process." Flechsig introduced Col­ leen Wolf, vice president for operations. Amy Lucas with public relations, and Jona­ thon Anderson, attorney for Davenport. Wolf said they were ex­ cited about the project. "We do see it as a won­ derful and unique opportu­ nity for Caledonia Town­ ship, but also for our current students, and for our future students." She said, "We are com­ mitted to working with all of you on the Planning Com­ mission and on the Town­ ship Board to meet your re­ quirements as we move for­ ward on the project." "We’re also anxious to work with all of our Caledo­ nia neighbors." Wolf prom­ ised. and said "We did send out a letter to over 400 of our new neighbors. We are committed to staying in touch with all of the Caledo­ nia neighbors... to keep them informed as our project... develops." Wolf said a small re­ sponse to the mailing had been received, and all the re­ sponses have been very positive. During public comment. Foremost Insurance Corpo­ rate Services Manager Pete Murray, located across the street, welcomed Davenport officials. He said his com­ pany has concerns over traf­ fic flow impact on Kraft Avenue. Nearby resident Don Miesen said, "I think it s a great opportunity for Caledonia Township. I think they can help our community, im­ mensely." He said he was interested in anticipated campus housing. The issue was later ad­ dressed with an explanation that there would be some on-site housing, mostly for international students or ath­ letes, but most students must locate elsewhere. From UM) See Davenport, page 2 Reeder and DiAmico have a tougher time Girl Scouts plan cookie sales this weekend McKeown earns medal in fifth by Brett Bremer Sports Editor Anyone who wrestles, or knows wrestling, or watches wrestling knows how long two minutes can be. Lapeer West’s Nick Hen­ drick had two minutes to get one point. But TK senior Patrick McKeown wouldn’t let him have it. McKeown jumped to a 72 lead in the 135-pound fifth-sixth place match at the Individual State Wrestling Finals at the Palace on Sat­ urday. But an take down and a couple of back points left McKeown clinging to a one point lead heading into the final period. Two minutes can seem like a long time, but its an These girls from Troop 488 will end the selling eternity when you’re trying season on Saturday, March 15 at the Middleville to hold down an state quali­ Marketplace from 1 -5 p.m. fier who’s down one. “He’s a strong wrestler from a good team,” said McKeown of Hendrick. McKeown was able to ride him out and get the fifth place medal. He just missed out on his goal of placing in the top four, but was knocked out by a talented grappler, Lapeer West’s David Schlaud 6-0 in the consola­ tion semifinals. “Senior leadership made our team what it was this year,” said Trojan Coach Tom Lehman. “We’re gonna miss (McKeown’s) leader­ ship.” “And his wins,” added Coach Scott Marvin. McKeown opened the weekend of wrestling Thurs­ day night by lopping Mary s­ These girls from Troop 769 started the cookie booth season on Saturday. March ville’s Erik Arendt with a technical fall 15-0, but fell 1 by selling out all their cookies. Members of the Cherry Valley Neighborhood of the Girl Scouts of the Michigan Trails council have set booth sale dates so those who weren’t able to order cookies in advance can still help local troops reach their goals. On Friday, March 14 Troop 38 girls will set up a cookie booth al Market Place from 3:30 p.m. until 6 p.m. Then on Saturday. March 15 girls in Troop 488 will sell cookies to shoppers at Middleville Market Place from 1-5 p.m. All cookies are $3 a box. Local girl scouts work on community projects throughout the year and this is the major fund raiser for most troops. TK senior Pat McKeown embraces coach Tom Leh­ man after wrestling his way to a fifth place Medal Sat­ urday at the Individual State Wrestling Tournament in Auburn Hills. (Photo by Brett Bremer) in Friday’s opener to the Tecumseh’s Justin Sivils, eventual runner-up, Will and a 12-5 decision over Yipsilanti Lincoln’s Jacob O’Neill from Gaylord. A quick, 47 second, pin of See wrestling, page 18 In This Issue TK Odyssey of the Mind teams will compete Saturday TK School Board to adopt new texts Expansion recommended for Spring Valley Estates Marketplace, Town Center expansion plans proceeding �Page 2/The Sun and News. Middleville, Ml/March 11. 2003 TK eighth-grader Sam Scholtens wins regional spelling bee by Patricia .Johns Staff Writer Thornapple Kellogg Mid­ dle School eighth-grader Sam Scholtens knows he’s a good speller, he has the awards to show for it. He won the school spell­ ing bees when he was a fifth-, sixth- and eighth­ grader. Now as the winner of the regional bee at the Thornapple Kellogg High School auditorium Feb. 25. he gets to test his skills against 21 other regional winners Tuesday. March 18. in the Greater Grand Rapids Area Spelling Bee at the Gerald R. Ford museum. Scholtens competed against 15 other spellers at the regional bee, including the middle school runner-up. Mike Plants. Spellers came from Dutton Elementary School, Dutton Christian Middle School, St. Patrick School, Crestwood Middle School. John Ball Zoo School. Grandville Christian School and Central Elemen- tary School. Organizers of the ScrippsHoward National Spelling Bee make sure the spellers at each of the regional bees reflect equally, fifth grade and middle school spellers, as well as students from public and private schools. Each bee started at 4:30 p.m. on Feb. 25 with words both blissful and difficult challenged the spellers. The winner of the Greater Grand Rapids Spelling Bee will receive an all-expenseThe 16 spellers at the regional bee Feb. 25 included Mike Plants and Sam paid trip for the speller and Scholtens from Thomapple Kellogg Middle School. to parents to attend the Na­ tional Spelling Bee in Wash­ The following sentences leotard wearing posse fol­ ington D. C. May 28 and 29. correctly. Judges at the regional bee include some of the words lowed an hexagonal route Pronouncer Steve Evans were Gordie Dahlgren and which were missed by the which they tried to con­ says that Thornapple Kel­ Kim VanElst from TK Mid­ contestants in the bee. dense. logg has hosted the regional dle School and Sara Sisco at The seventh protagonist Attuned to the volatile bee for more than 10 years. Vista Charter Academy. was no intellectual. He had ambrosia, the baronet was “It is always great to see It took nine rounds for enlivened the party, usurped saved physically from elec­ how hard the students work Scholtens to win with the the affiliate and scalded a trocution by a cuticle. to get their words spelled word “coherent.” lozenge. Chasing him the Popcorn anyone? Sam Scholtens was the winner of the regional bee. He is pictured with pronouncer Steve Evans, and judges Gordie Dahlgren, Kim VanElst and Sara Sisco. American Legion Post Caledonia Food Events for March All events start at 5:30 p.m. • Public Welcome 'larf'’7,h: Fish Fry March nth: Fish Fry March inh: St. Patrick’s, Corned Beef Dinner *. 1 616-891-1882 by Cathy L. Rueter Staff Writer Eaten any popcorn lately? If it was Boy Scout popcorn, there’s a good chance it was purchased through Chris Van Der Scheer. Van Der Scheer was the top seller for the recent pop­ corn fundraiser for Troop 345, reaching sales of $1,388 this year. Although he tripled his sales from last year, this is the second year in a row that Van Der Scheer has earned the top sales honor. His closest competitor came in at a very respectable $598. Van Der Scheer, 14, is the son of Ken and Kim Van Der Scheer of Alto. He is a Caledonia High School ninth grader. He is currently Local #1002 continues free food distribution r Free food will be distrib­ uted at the UAW Union Hall. 295 Washington St. in Middleville at 5 p.m. Tues­ day, March 11, and Tues­ day, March 25. < Corned Beef Dinner at < Nighthawk o Food & Spirits 6950 Whitnewilk . 868 6336 J On Monday. March 17th «| Serving Dinner from 4 - 10 p.m. Come celebrate with us in our 17 year dinner tradition' Dinner includes potatoes, carrots, cabbage and rolls • Our Um<»us Ihurxlo Fi*h *»tli also b» a Life Scout, but is working toward his Eagle Scout ranking. According to his mom, he has three more merit badges to work toward before that honor is re­ ceived. “He did a really good job,” said his mom, Kim. “I was really surprised how much he sold. I was REALLY surprised when we had to deliver it all. They are saying at Scouts that he’s going to grow up to be a salesman,” she laughed. Van Der Scheer’s tech­ nique is simple. He goes door-to-door. Plus, he’s po­ lite and always has a smile. Sounds like good old-fash­ ioned sales techniques work the best - or maybe it’s the public’s affinity for food? ua Frida) \igbU durin* Lrwt' This distribution is a col­ laborative effort by the Food Bank of South Centra) Michigan, UAW Local #1002, the Middleville United Methodist Church and the Barry County United Way. It makes possi­ ble the continuation of the initiative started in Mid­ dleville last summer by un­ ion members and the Food Bank. Anyone who is at risk of going hungry qualifies to re­ ceive this food. John Anderson, union president, said, “If people you know have to choose between paying for other ex­ penses such as rent or medi­ cine and buying food, skip meals to make sure their children have enough to eat, or send their child to school without breakfast, they are at risk of going hungry.” The Food Bank is a United Way agency, and it is a member of America’s Second Harvest and the Food Bank Council of Michigan. Chris Van Der Scheer, 14, a CHS ninth grader, really knows how to sell to his public. He is the top popcorn seller for Troop 345 - for the second year running. 11 w G>M'O k J Salon Inc. Cdw & »J1 ijJjrTOC �The Sun and News. Middleville. Ml/March 11.2003/Page 3 Pre-school open house March 18 to celebrate program, Dr. Seuss by Patricia Johns Staff Writer The Community Educa­ tion Department and pre­ school teachers Joanne Law and Marilyn Whitney will be on hand to welcome par­ ents of students not enrolled in the preschool program to an open house on Tuesday. Mar. 18. The Thornapplc Kellogg Learning Center will be filled with laughter, books and fun as parents and 3 and 4 year olds get to explore the facilities and learn about the program. TK offers several differ­ ent preschool programs and all of them will be described during the evening so par­ ents can select the program that is best for their child. There will be information, fun activities and snacks. In a special nod to March as reading month. John and Mike Bremer from the Vil­ lage Players of Middleville will perform "Green Eggs and Ham" during the eve­ ning. For more information call 795-3397. Reading is an important part of preschool. Color the Cut and Highlight the Style Give our design team a call for a personal consultation at no charge! Teacher Joanne Law watches as a student shows and tells about his Corvette. Davenport, continued from page 1 to 2(X) now are housed at the Grand Rapids campus, Flechsig said. He said a sports facility is not planned at this time. If it were considered in the fu­ ture, Flechsig said it would be a facility that could also be used by the community. Commission Chairman Archie Warner said he was also interested in Kraft Ave­ nue and asked if there were any plans to work with the county and the Township Board to help upgrade it be­ cause of the extra traffic put on the road by the project. He suggested working with Foremost in that regard. Flechsig said it was early and no plans regarding Kraft, including with any other parties had been made at this stage. Commissioner Wally Bujak said he was pleased Dav­ enport officials had chosen to pursue rezoning to high­ ? NOW OPEN EVERYDAY S FOR OUR 25™ SEASON! MON.-SAT. 10-6; SUN. 10-4; WED. 10-8 s SPRINQ CLOTHINQ AND SWIMSUITS ARE HERE!! I Lots ofNEWLafy Sweatshirts Available Now! Some Lake Shirts at 1/2 Price! IH02 Chief Soondiv. Gun Like 269-795-9947 way commercial rather than to ask for a special use un­ der the ag zoning. He said HC zoning made the "proc­ ess for planning, review, etc., makes the work a little bit easier for the Planning Commission." He said HC zoning had many specific definitions of standards, such as building materials, parking, etc. He said he looked forward to working with Davenport on the pro­ ject. Matthew Mahacek asked what the student population would be. Flechsig answered the first phase would accommo­ date up to 2.400 students, but hopes are to expand in the future. "We currently have about 1,800 students on campus downtown." He was not sure if a planned unit development (PUD) site plan would be pursued. Village Players scholarship is available The Village Players of Middleville will present a $500 scholarship to a gradu­ ating senior from Thornap­ ple Kellogg High School. Seniors must plan to ma­ jor or minor in a field of study the includes the visual or performing arts. Applications may be ob­ tained from the guidance counseling office. The Village Players raise money for the scholarship through their Vintage Vil­ lage series of buildings. The group is well known for their dinner theater presenta­ tions each year. So are field trips, Here preschoolers develop their large motor skills and social behavior dur­ ing a trip to the MidVilla Bowling Center. (They were there on the same day as high school ad­ vanced phys ed stu­ dents.) 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J air, daylight wn dows in basement and much more! Thomapple-Keltogg schools. Call Deb Erway $172,900 2. MIDDLEVILLE! Setting on nearly 2 wooded acres, this beautiful multi-level home features 2200 sq. ft.. 4 bedrooms, 2-1/2 baths, central air plus a full basement that can be finished as well Thornapple-Kellogg schools! CaH $184,900 VACANT LAND 4. MIDDLEVILLE ACREAGE WITH WINDING X THORNAPPLE RIVER ACCESS! Setting on approximately 1 acre this exceMent home features 3 bedrooms, walkout basement, cen­ tral air, 2 stall attached garage deck new root and more* Just north of Middevife tor easy access to Grand Rapids Thomappie-Keitogg schools CaB Kay or Craig $144,900 CREEK! 11-1/2 acres with breathtaking view' Walkout hi«top setting blacktop road, easy ac­ cess to M-37 Land contract terms available Call Det $64,900 5. MIDDLEVILLE ACREAGE! Hard to find 18* acre parcel m Thornapple Kellogg schools' Over 5 acres of woods, lots of perennial plant­ ings gardening, camping and picnic areas’ Call Kay or Craig $189,900 FOR MORE MIDDLEVILLE, GUN LAKE AND CALEDONIA AREA PROPERTIES, PLEASE SEE OUR ADS ON PAGE 2 OF THE REMINDER, IN THE GRAND RAPIDS PRESS, THE HOMES DIGEST AND THE PENASEE GLOBE. �Page 4/The Sun and News, Middleville. MUMarch 11, 2003 New items at the TK Community and School Library Adult Fiction - Bitter­ sweet. Five Days in Paris. The Wedding, and Silent Honor, all by Danielle Steel; Silent Night and You Belong To Me. by Mary Higgins Clark: Last Man Standing by David Baldacci; In the For­ est by Edna O’Brien; In Revere. In Those Days by Roland Meruilo: The Sold­ ier’s Return by Melvyn Bragg; The King of Torts by John Grisham; The Last Giris by Lee Smith; When The Emperor Was Divine by Julie Otsuka. Biographies - Master of the Senate; The Years of Lyndon Baines Johnson by Robert Caro; Pirate Hunter: The True Story of Captain Kidd by Richard Zacks. Adult Non-Fiction - the Lives of the Muses: Nine Women and The Artists They Inspired by Francine Prose; Lusitania: An Epic Tragedy by Diana Preston; Measuring America: How An Untamed Wilderness Shaped the U.S. and Ful­ filled the Promise of a Dem­ ocracy by Andro Linklater; Unchained Memories: LOCAL CHURCH DIRECTORY ALASKA BAPTIST CHURCH A Living Church - Serving a Living Lord Morning Worship . 9 30 a m Fellowship Time......................... 10:35 am Sunday Schcxil........................... 10:50 a m. Evening Praise . .6:00 p m. WEDNESDAY Family Night 6 30 p.m 7240 68th Street. SE - Caledonia 2 miles east of M-37 • Pastor, Dr Brian F Harrison Youth Pastor Kevin Stiles C 0 M M (Jfc I I Y CHURCH a place to belong a place to become (Contemporary, Casual, Non denominational) Sunday Morning Worship 9 :30 6 1100 am. Youth Ministry ............................................ 891-0576 Mow meeting In our new building at 8175 Broadmoor4 Rev. Mu had Stowell. lead Pastor Joe Cipcic, Worship leader Denns Houma. Youth Pastor Chunh Office 616 891 0287 Visit our web site www brightside org______ CALEDONIA CHRISTIAN REFORMED CHURCH FIRST BAPTIST CHURCH OF MIDDLEVILLE M-37, north of Middleville • ^95-9726 Bruce V Stewart. Senior Pastor Fun A. Vine. Am*. Pastor Youth Douglas G. Beason. Visitation Pastor Gary Weaver. Musk Minister Pastor David Stewart. CE Children's Pastor Sunday School Sunday Morning Ubrship Service Sunday Evening Service Wednesday Mid Week Prayer Word of Life Chibs 9 45 a m 1100 a.m . 600 p m 645 p.m. . 6 45 pan. MIDDLEVILLE CHRISTIAN REFORMED 708 W. Main Street Morning Worship Service Sunday School Evening Worship Service 10:00 a.m. 1115 a.m. 6:00 p.m YOU ARE INVITED GRACE UNITED REFORMED CHURCH Services at 9 30 a m. and 6 p.m. 3449 - 76th St. S.E., Caledonia 698-9660 Rev. R. Scott Greenway, Pastor Keith Stulp, Youth Director Al Tiemeyer, Community Calling 9255 84th Street, Alto, Ml 49302 One mile east of Whilneyville Rd A Church for today’s world Spirit-filledfamily Church. Church Office: (616) 891-1512 M-37 at 100th St. Rev P Adams Phone 891-8440 Sunday School for ages 3 yr. thru 6th grade Sr. High, Sun. 6:30 pm Jr. High. Sun. 6:30 pm Meeting you. your friends, and your family - right where you re at - through: Rev. Dave LeBlanc, Pastor Phone 891-9259 jrFletljotiiSt QDljiircIj 5590 Whitneyville Ave., S.E. Alto, Ml 49302 Relevant Messages Dynamic Music Quality Child Care and Programs Worship i fours 900 a m and 1030 a_m Rev. Royle Bailard, Pastor Phone 868S437 A CALEDONIA fl- UNITED METHODIST Mi I Ills Mini V "Identifying the Dark Sidt Worship Services.................. 8.30 a.m. and 11 00 a.m. Sunday Sd»<x»l . 9 45 am Coffee Fellowship 10 30 am (Nurscn available throughout) Res Norman Kohns • (616) S9I-8I67 Church Office 616^91-8669 . Eax 891-8648 www caledoniaumc org ALASKA CONGREGATION 8146 68th st near WMneyvie Ave M-37 between Middleville & Caledonia CHRISTIAN REFORMED Sunday Worship: 8:30 a.m. Traditional II a.m. Contemporary 6 p.m. Praise/Bible Study Community Churcri A Place for Family & Friends 6201 Whitnewilk Avenue. Allo Contemporary Worship Sunday School for All Ages Evening Worship Pastor Roger Hullman • Church Office WWW lakesidecoaHnumry org 9 30 am 10 45 am 6.00 p.m. 868-0391 . 9 45 am Located in Leighton Towmhip Corner of 2nd Street and l+lnd Avenue Praise Singing 10 50 t m A30 am Trachtarui SiSkiiv Viaxii for AH .Ages Morning Worship 1100 a m SunJUi Benxng Senar Wed Fellowship .730pm Pastor EG Frizzell Church Ph. 616-868-6810 • Pastor j Ph 616-897-6740 11.15 ta Crteaporan 1000 am 500 pm FV FnrmM Pre-SdawEi* 6 30 pm AdufcBMeStudk-V«jhesd» 630pm to 7Or\5£Nb • XOKMaX Rev. Dr. Jack Doorlag. Interim Minister Nursen & children’s activities dunng all services. For more information: (616) 891-8119 ____________ ________________________________ Sunday Morong Vbchp Church School. Sunday Mid-Week at the Oasis - Wed. 6:30 PM Informal mid-week acoustic Praise and Worship service AH Services have a Nurserq available • Barner Free Office Phone 89! 8688 Newt Cheek out our new web site SS. CYRIL and METHODIUS CHURCH Preaching the Living Word Serving The Risen Lord Sunday School........................ 9:30 a.m. Sunday Morning Worship .10:30 a.tn. (Jr. Church & Nursery available.) Currently meeting at: Emmons Lake Elementary 8950 Kraft SE, Caledonia Rev. Dennis Ross Church: (616) 868-7425 UNITED METHODIST CHURCHES Middleville - Parmelee 9 30 a m Mtddlevfle Morning Worship Sunday School (Addts) Nursery • Grode 5 Grades 68 Sunday Evervngs Grades9-12 Sunday Evenings Grades 6-12 Wednesday Evenings 1100 am 9 45 a m 1100am 506615 p m 6 30-800pm 600-7 30 p m. Ret Lee Zach man Church Office Phone - 795-9266 community Lakeside Leighton Church Connnimitv of Traditional Service 8:30 AM Acoustic Praise 8r Worship Service 11.00 AM Sunday School 8r Adult Bible Study 9:45 AM WAYFARER, I to Vine! Miiulav. March 16th: Missouri S^nod Comer of 84th St and Kraft in Caledonia I mile west of M-37 Parmelee Morning Worship Sunday School...10:00 am. Morning Worship... 11:00 am. Evening Worship...6:00 p.m. Wednesday Prayer Meeting...7:00 p.m. Saturday Evening Mass ... .5:00 p.m. Sundax Mass . .9:00 a.m. & 11:00 a.m. 'I THORNAPPLE BIBLE CI II IRC 11 Sunday Worship . . . .9:30 a.m and 6:00 p.m. (Child & Adult) (During the School Year) Kraft Avenue at Johnson Street + St Paul Lutheran Church As of now. the 9 30 Mass of SS Cyril & Methodius will take place at St. Therese Church in Wayland while the final Service Times: Sunday School................................................... 9:45a.m. phase of the building of the church Morning Worship....................................11:0() a m takes place. Mass at SS. Cyril & Method­ Evening Worship............................................. 6:00p.m ius will resume again July 13.2003, when Youth Group:............................. 6:00 p.m. Sunday the dedication takes place We apolo­ Midweek 7:00 p.m. Wed. gize for the inconvenience _______ 9:30 a m. Thurs. 10 AM Sunday Morning 12200 West Ml 79 Highway (Chief Noonday Road) Wayland. Ml 49348 • 795-7903 Wednesday 6:00 P.M. Evening Prayer prion# 795-2370 or 946-9327 Vicar - Rev. David T. Huutwick 1664 N. M-37 Highway Middleville. Ml 49333 • 945-1555 Located near the corner of M-37 and McCann Proclaiming the Whole Counsel of God GUN LAKE COMMUNITY CHURCH |Tcfxc] _________ www.StPaulCaledonia.org "4 Church with a caring heart for our community and the world" CALEDONIA HOLY FAMILY CATHOLIC CHURCH McCann Rd. (In Ining) Sunday Service Time* 9:15 A.M. Morning Prayer (Holy Communion 2nd Sunday) 11:00 A.M. Holy Communion Pastor Robert Gerke • Pastor David Ziehr Rev Tom DeVries. Pastor - 795-9901 Middleville Good Shepherd Wesleyan Church Lutheran Church 908 W Main Street (Missouri Synod) Worship......................................... 9:30 a.m. Sunday School......................... 11:00 a.m. Adult Bible Class........................ 11:00 a m. Ret E. Anthony Sikom Church: (616) 795-2391 2415 Readings From Slave Narratives by Henry Louis Gates. Children’s Fiction Snowmen at Night by Caralyn Buehner. twoonc Famr Redeemer Covenant Church —Lighting Up Lives for GodSunday Worship 9*30 am Chnsuan Education Hour 11:00 am Wednesday J Family Night 5 45-800 pm Pastor Paul M Hilinun Youth Pasta Das id Lnkson 6951 Hanna Lake Avenue. Cdeduma 6166968QU1 rtdeemeRfisenjnet wunrsedeemercovenantorg A meMm^thttwnfhcd CamenM Omdm afAmenci Church Finding the Way Together! An informal, contemporary church committed to our community. Sunday Worship is at 10:00am in Caledonia Middle School's cafeteria. Everyone is welcome! Pastor: Rev Josh Blunt Contact our Dutton office at (6/6) 65-65-WAY Check our web site www. warfarerccMrt whitneyville BIBLE CHURCH 8546 Wh^neyv^e Ave at 84^ V- . 891-8661 "The Church where everybody is somebody... and Jesus is Lord " Meeting at Caledonia High School Sunday School 930am Scrooy Mcrnng Wonhp 1030 am ‘.‘eeN-.g at crape or. Whr'eydte Av© Suxtay E vervrg Yrorsrc i> 00 p m Wea FAa*ee* Prayer 8 B»e Study 700 p m Sev ’homa Sud • 3ev <or 3ashor. Assoc Pastor Aecve wnitneyvteofcie org �The Sun and News. Middleville. Ml/March 11. 2003/Page 5 Ask yourself these questions about retirement If you have many years styles. You mas want to company-sponsored plans, you need to build a retire­ left until retirement, you work until 65 and then open such as 401(k)s; and person­ ment portfolio that contains might not think much about up a small business. Your al savings and investments. ...you'll want to it. After all, you’re busy with neighbors may want to retire Because everyone's situation estimate how much work, family, activities - early and spend their time is different, theres no cne who has the luxury to think traveling the world. Because "formula" for determining you'll have to live on about retiring? And yet, by each of us has his or her own the percentage of your during retirement, asking yourself some key unique retirement vision, retirement income that must and how much you questions about your retire­ we ll also end up with differ­ come from each of these can afford to ment, you’ll be far better pre­ ent financial needs during sources. However, it makes pared for the day when it retirement - which means we sense for you to do all you withdraw each year. need to create personalized can to build your resources arrives. in all three areas. What types of questions savings and investment • How much can I with­ a sizable amount of growthshould you be posing to strategies. • Where will my financial draw each year of my retire­ oriented investments that your sc IP Here are a few to resources come from? Most ment? Thanks to advances in also meet your needs for consider: • What s my "vision" for people get their money for medicine and a growing diversification and your per­ from three awareness of the importance sonal tolerance for risk. retirement? We all envision retirement • Will I face big tax bills? different retirement life­ sources: Social Security; of healthy lifestyles, you can probably expect to spend Many people assume that their tax obligations will between two and three decades in retirement. That's automatically drop when a long time - and you cer­ they retire, but that doesn't tainly don t want to outlive always happen. Your income your resources. Consequent­ from investments could eas­ ly, you'll want to estimate ily keep you in the same lax how much you'll have to live bracket, or even push you to Members of STRIKE, for this particular concert is on during retirement, and a higher one. To prevent this many of whom arc Caledo­ STRIKE. .Lead by director. how much you can afford to from happening, you'll want nia students, will be in con­ Don Raaymaker. students withdraw each year. to consistently keep taxes in cert with the Grand Rapids from Caledonia and East • Am I protected against mind when you invest. You Symphonic Band during its Kentwood High Schools inflation? If inflation heats may want to explore tax-free make music out of every­ up again, your purchasing options, such as the Roth annual Children's Concert The concert is scheduled thing from tambourines to power could be seriously IRA. Tax-deferred vehicles, for 3 p.m. Sunday. March 16 tra.>h cans. diminished during your such as your 401 (k) or tradi­ Tickets are available at retirement years. That's why tional IRA. are also valuable at Kentwood Community the door. Adults tickets are Church. The X()-mcmbcr Sym­ $10. senior citizens, $7 and phonic Band will play music students tickets arc $5. A that appeals to children of family pass is $20. all ages. The special guest STRIKE in concert with GR Sympohnic Band Richard Count to celebrate 70th birthday Richard Count will cele­ brate his 70th birthday on March 15, 2003. You may send Dick birthday wishes to: Richard Count, 1525 S. Yankee Springs Rd., Middleville. MI 49333. File Your Taxes Yet??? We Can Help!! C & K Business Services. LLC CPA Give us a call. We can help you take advantage of the new tax laws W Phone: 616-891-5789 Email: kjohnson@ckbusserx.com 612 E Main Street Caledonia, Ml 49316 Superintendent to speak to TK PTO Thornapple Kellogg Su­ perintendent Kevin Konarska will attend the next par­ ent-teacher organization meeting scheduled for 7 p.m. Wednesday. March 26, in the all-purpose room at Page Elementary. "I am looking forward to meeting with parents and talking with them about the schools," Konarska said. "Parents are important to our success and I appreciate this opportunity to discuss school issues with them." could rise tremendously by the time you're retired. To protect your financial inde­ pendence. you may want to invest in a long-term care policy, which transfers the risk of paying for long-term care from you to an insurer. By thinking of these and other retirement-related in­ quiries. you'll motivate yourself to take action that can help ensure the type of retirement you want. If you’re diligent, asking the right questions can lead to finding the right answers but. sooner or later, taxes will be due. One key to pre­ venting these taxes from overwhelming you is to plan your withdrawals carefully, so that you’re not taking out more than you need. • Can I maintain my finan­ cial independence? If you were to ever need some type of long-term care, such as an extended stay in a nursing home, you could face cata­ strophic costs. In fact, the average cost of a year's slay in a nursing home is about $50,000 - and these costs La Leche League to meet Thursday The La Leche League will meet at 10 a.m. Thursday. March 13. at 1546 Payne Lake Road. Yankee Springs Township. LaLeche League is a non­ sectarian. non-profit organi­ zation that encourages women to breastfeed their babies and offers them sup­ port and information. The name LaLeche means "the milk" in Spanish. The group holds a series of meetings Thursday morn­ ings in and around Barry County, including Vermont­ ville, Clarksville and the Yankee Springs area. There essentially are four topics, with one being presented each month. This month's topic will be "The Art of Breastfeeding and Overcoming Difficul­ ties." All women who are breastfeeding or arc preg­ nant and interested in breast­ feeding arc welcome to at­ tend the meetings Babies and toddlers also are wel­ come. The group also has a lending library with topics on pregnancy, childbirth, child development and nutri­ tion. Eor more information about La Leche League and its meetings or for help with breastfeeding, call Kathy Othmer at (517) 726-1264. Eor directions, call (269) 795-7021. All parents in the school district are invited to attend this meeting. Lions Club selling roses The Middleville Lions Club is participating in the annual Rose Day sale. The roses will be delivered on Saturday. April 12. The last day to order from any Lions Club member is Thursday, March 27. The roses are $20 per dozen. TK SCHOOL LUNCH MENUS Wednesday. March 12 Breakfast for lunch. Scrambled eggs w/ham. potato rounds dr ham and cheese on a bun. juice box. Thursday. March 13 Spaghetti w/meat sauce, bread stick or Rib B Q on a bun. tossed salad, apple­ sauce. milk. Friday. March 14 Pizza or fish sticks. California blend, apple, milk. Monday. March 17 Foot long hot dog or ham­ burger cm a bun. french fries, lime sherbet, milk. Tuesday. March 18 Vegetable soup w/bosco bread stick or ham and cheese on a bun. baby car­ rots. banana. The money raised will go to help local and regional charities. To order roses call 269795-3606. Freestyle Cruising and Hawaii. The perfect combination. Enjoy th® freedom of NCI’s Freestyle Zrutung'* a» you cruise »o the four main Hawaiian islands and rhe Pacific hideaway of Farming Island aboard Norwegian Star. Designed specifically for rhe Aloha Slate, there's no better way to see all of Hawaii, and no better Hawaiian vacation. HAWAII 7-11 days from NORWEGIAN $699\ f Premier Travel 554 0311 �Page 6/The Sun and News, Middleville. Ml/March 11,2003 TK Odyssey of the Mind teams will compete Saturday Page students on Tom Ward's Put a Spin on It team are ready for this Saturday’s competition in Rockford. Keith Middlebush's team will compete in the second division of The Know It All problem. Curtis. Matthew Davidson. Kayla Kermeen. Hanna Sabri. Joshua Scott and Katy Tobin in ‘Fooled Ya!” In this problem, the team has to create a performance with illusions and special ef­ fects. The budget for this tary School and at the Thor­ napple Kellogg Middle Staff Writer Can you build a balsa School have been spending wood structure that will the last several months do­ withstand weight? Can you ing all those things (men­ create a prop that changes? tioned above) and more. Write an eight-line poem And they have been doing it about a real place and a spin on a budget and in less than explanation for it? Is vehicle eight minutes. The teams will be per­ building your specialty? What do you know about forming Saturday at Rock­ power sources, artificial in­ ford High School in the Re­ telligence or creating special gion 10 Odyssey of the Mind competition. Page stu­ effects? Students at Page Elcmcn- dents will compete in Diviby Patricia Johns i? ileasnve f-HAIR DESIGNERS problem is $ 100. Creating their own solu­ tions to the problem "Put a Spin on It" are teams coached by Tom Ward and Sue VandcrWood. In this Continued next page OPEN 6 DAYS a Week Evenings Always Available LNow open late VMONDAY, WEDNESDAY, ■ THURSDAY These middle school students on Gail Wachtor’s team are working on the solution to Fooled Ya! Call today for Appointments! 122 E. Main St., Middleville (next to Phil's Pizza) Call 795-J719 For Your Appointment! sion 1 and the middle school students in Division II. The long term problem solutions are open to the public. Teams also compete Gnfuifc Real Estate For The Real WorldSM Caledonia • 9175 Cherry Valiev Pearson-Cook 891-8980 in spontaneous problem solving events, which are closed to the public. The top teams in each problem, determined by the number of teams competing, will compete at the state competition in Kentwood at the end of April. At Page, five teams will be competing. Diane Hallberg is coach­ ing Mark Beilfuss, Daniel Sue VanderWood’s Page Put a Spin on It team don’t have to compete against the other Page team at the regional level since the competition is divided into two divisions. Some things are meant to be a certain way... 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For information on newly constructed homo and vacant lou currently available call: Rotwn Dawsoo .NJ-MH Dawe Krumai 415-47*3 Da»« Pratt $134334 moreir hate motum. �The Sun and News. Middleville. Ml/March 11, 2003/Page 7 This all girl middle school team coached by Lil Hawkins can t wart to show they “Know it all." From previous page problem, teams present an original performance about the development of a great human accomplishment. The teams also have to create spin sessions about their chosen accomplishment and do it by spending less than $125. Students on Ward’s team are Clara Ward, Geoff Al­ baugh. Rachel Bruxvoort, Spencer Nau It. Anne Brower, Dominic Thompson and Alex Marble. Students on VanderWood’s team are Kelly Hine, Tyler Stover, Sarah Roskam. Ted Rosenberg, Ashley Kidder. Jessica Hornak and Kelli Mellen. Dirk VanDiver’s team is reaching for the stars and working on a solution to the A Scene from Above problem. These students on Curt Wissink’s team from Page understand the nature of balsa wood. They will be competing in the Odd Pod Structure problem. BANKRUPTCY ► WAGE GARNISHMENTS fc. HARASSING CREDITOR PHONE CALLS ► LAWSUITS * FORECLOSURES ► collections We Can Help! 269-945-6320 877-213-DEBT (3328) KuZAVA&KUZAVA,plc USE. Coor* Si. • Ml Curt Wissink’s team has been building and testing balsa wood structures on pods and holding as much weight as possible. There are weight and dimensional requirements the team must meet. They can also only spend $125 on their solu­ tion. His team members are Lindsey Clark, Cassie De­ Haan, Randy Hodges, Jacob Myers, Caitlin Nosonav and Josh Steensma. Dirk VanDiver’s team is working on a solution to “A scene from above” which re­ quires the team to create three small vehicles. The ve­ hicles will be powered by different types of energy sources. The team also has to present a humorous per­ formance in a three dimen­ sional representation of Earth as viewed from space, which they create. This problem is sponsored by the National Aeronautic and Space Administration. This is the third year that an Odyssey of the Mind prob­ lem has been sponsored by NASA. Team members are Becca Campeau. Bryan Kars. Nick Weesie. Corrin Bruxvoort. Eli Bergsma. Ali Shaw and Kam Scllcck This team has to spend less than $135. At the middle school, teams coached by Keith Middlebush and Lil Hawk­ ins are competing for “The Know It AU” dominance. In this problem, the teams have to design and build a charac­ ter that possesses “artificial intelligence” and which can complete team-created tasks all for less than S135. Students on Middlebush's team are Kate Wilson. Yaritza Schaefer-Space. Kindra Burger. Mike Berry­ man. Keith Burger and Sarah Laycock. Hawkins has been coach­ ing Chelsea Oostveen. Sarah Baird. Jennifer Berryman. Chloe Brower, and Brittney Benjamin. Students working on the Division II. Put A Spin on it. problem are Kailee An­ derson. Kaleigh Borrink. Elena Gormley. Aaron Mar­ shall. Whitley Bremer and Kendall Moore. They are coached by Patricia Johns. Gail Wachter’s team of Cade Dammen. Gina Man­ cuso. Nick Karelse, Abe Kim. Josh Haney. Jared Jo­ hannsen and Jake Bauer have been working on the Division II solution to “Fooled Ya.” Community members* who have volunteered to judge at the competition in­ clude Jason Swan. Ruth Perino, Lisa Berryman, Voni Lucas. Jim Hallberg. David Kruithoff, and Tina Ward. Others who are volunteer­ ing to help at regional com­ petition are Barb Burger. Michael Gormley, Beth Bauer, and Sherry Kruithoff. This year’s team his been coordinated by Deb Smith and Assistant Superinten­ dent Patricia Koeze. Long term solutions for each team are VanDiver's “A Scene from Above.” Teams will compete in the Rockford Freshman Build­ ing’s gym at 1:50 p.m. The Know It All problem at the Division II level has so many teams that there will be two different groups of solvers. Middlebush's team will compete in the High School gym balcony at 10:10 a.m. with Div. II A group. Hawkin’s team will compete in the second group at 11:25 with the Div. II B group in the High School gym. Each of these groups will send teams to the state competi­ tion. At the Division I level, the Put A Spin On It teams have also been split into two divisions. The Page Elemen­ tary team coached by Ward competes in the Div. A group in the High School vocal music room at 3:10 p.m. Vanderwood's team com­ petes in the Div. IB group at 9:45 a.m. in the High School band room. The Middle School Div. II team will compete at 2:35 p.m. in the High School auditorium. The Page Odd Pod Struc­ ture team will compete in the High School wrestling rwm at 12:40 p.m. The Page Fooled Ya! team will be competing in the Div. 1A group in class­ rooms 101 103 in the Fresh­ man Building at 2:40 p.m. The Middle School Div. II team will be competing at 2:35 p.m. in the cafeteria of the Freshman Building Call 945-9554 for classifieds 12 L W KH L Shirts & More « WdFnlhkM S<- Mskileville, Ml 49JJ) S»ll04 CksdTw&Sss Debbie Blough, Owner "Quality Gifts at affordable prices!” Gifts for everyone and all occasions, including NASCAR, John Deere, Coca Cola as well as T-shirts, Sweatshirts etc. of a community foundation Features Giving through a community foundation can be an efficient way to support a charitable cause or organization. SIMPLICITY Creating a philanthrope fund through a community foundation can avoid the legal complexity, administrative burdens and compliance requirements of establishing and maintaining a private foundation. RECOGNITION Endowing a fund at a community foundation is a fitting way to memorialize or honor a loved one and create a permanent legacy that wtN be remembered for generations Conversely, a community foundatx>n can carefully protect a donor's identity, M desired TAX BENEFITS Gifts and bequests to a community foundation typically receive the maximum income, gift ano estate tax benefits Integrating a chantabie giving program through a community foundation with your overall hnanaal plan can further these benefits COST EFFECTIVENESS Because a community foundation manages many individual donor grits. it can service and administer each of them at a fraction of the exist of a private foundation or other, smaller nonprofit organization CARING FOREVER COMMUNITY IMPACT Giving through a community foundation slows donors to put their chantable doflars dkectfy to FLEXIBILITY Your community foundation can accept nearly any kind of gift - from cash and real estate to stock and other appreciated assets An mdrvKJua! famtfy business or organaaban any chantaote purpose When you give to the Barry Community Foundation you will have the satisfaction of knowing that your concern for community will have an impact in making it a better place for years to come. The Barry Community Foundation can work with you, your attorney and your financial advisor to help structure what philanthropic options work best for you. 629 W State Street • Suite 201 OmmuniW Hastings, Ml 49058 Phone: 269-945-0526 • Fax. 269-945-4536 Email bef <fwmis.net Website: www.barrycf.org ____ �Page 8/The Sun and News. Middleville. Ml/March 11,2003 Students of the Month announced at TKMS February Students of the Month in the sixth grade are Kailee Anderson, Mat­ thew Batson, Ryan Brew, Kody Buursma and Beth Fuller in the front row. In the middle are Chelsea Funk, Kaitlin Graham, Parrish Hall and Ashley Hovinga. In the third row are Joseph Koval, Kan Morey, Emily Ordway. Alex Peschel, Jessica Pitsch and Patricia Slagter. Not present when this picture was taken are Leanne Crisher and Christopher Westra Call 945-9554 anytime to place your Sun & News ACTION-Ad & reach aver 11,000 area homes! Senior parents' sub saled to aid post-grad party Thornapple Kellogg schools” parents working to fund a safe after-graduation gathering this spring are working hard on another fund-raiser. The group is selling 10inch ham, pepperoni and cheese sub sandwiches for $3 each. The sandwiches will be created by Phil's Restaurant in Middleville. The sale ends this Friday, March 14. Senior parents have order forms or anyone interested in buying these subs can send their order to Tammy Stark, 1330 Lynn Drive, Middleville. MI 49333. She is also taking orders over the telephone at 269-795-8874 Contact any senior parent to order. Do not call or send money to Phil s. Proceeds go to the 2003 Senior Class Party. Just Say AH Meet Dr. Jennifer Battiste, primary care physician, along with life long Caledonia resident Leon Vandertaan, PA-C, at the Caledonia Office of Advantage Health. Dr. Battiste and Leon Vandertaan look forward to meeting you and providing you and your family with personal, comprehensive health care services. Accepting new patients 616-913-8850 or 891 -2503 Priority Health and Aetna insurance accepted. men's & women's health obstetrics - kids & teens ~ seniors Seventh-graders selected as students of the month for February were (from left, front row) Rachel Bickford, Angela Book, Zachary Boonstra, Tucker Bower­ man and Elizabeth Coon (center row) are Marcus DeJesus, Kan DePew. Devon Dubois and Matthew Dundas. In the third row are Sydney Kilmartin, Kenneth Riley, Nicholas Rogers, Courtney Smith. Stephanie Stearns and Katie VanderGeld. Kaleigh Borrink was not present when this picture was taken. Advantage HEALTH Physicians 9090 South Rogers Ct.. Caledonia. Ml - www.advantagehealth.org Celebrating their last February as eighth-graders and their selection as stu­ dents of the month were Blake Berkimer, Alex Clemons, Brandon Coburn and Corey Humphrey in the front row. In the center are Elizabeth Ketchum, Neil La­ voie, Lindsey Meaney and Samantha Meeuwes. In the third row are Dennis Ol­ son, Ellen Phillips, Abigail Quisenberry, Samuel Scholtens, Michelle Starr and Ashley VanderMeer. Reproductive health class updated at TK The Thornapple Kellogg school district is in the proc­ ess of updating the repro­ ductive health curriculum for the high school. If ap­ proved the curriculum and textbook will be imple­ mented for the 2003-2004 school year. The members of the Re­ productive Health Commit­ tee, teachers, administrators, counselors and parents, ap­ proved this curriculum and textbook on Feb. 18. The book is Glencoe Health, published Glencoe McGraw Hill with a copy­ right date of 2004. Plans are to have repro­ ductive health be taught as part of freshman physical education courses with a more extensive semester long class offered to juniors and seniors as an elective. The curriculum and book will go to the Board of Edu­ cation for adoption at the Apnl 14 meeting. Any parent or community member who would like to review these materials can come to the TK high school conference room on Thurs­ day, March 13 at 6 p.m. or Thursday, March 20 at 9:30 a.m. Wild Turkey Hunting Workshop Lakeside Community Church 6201 Whitneyville SE, Alto Thursday, March 13, 7:00 p.m. Come to learn techniques and strategies for hunters and the lat­ est information on the hunting sea­ son which begins in April. The public is invited. Bring a friend. For more information call 868-0391 No admission charge. �The Sun and News, MiddleviHe, Ml/March 11 2003/Page9 CHS concert and silent auction rescheduled by Cathy L. Rueter Staff Writer Due to the snow day in February, the Caledonia High School Orchestra, alongwith the elementary and middle school orches­ tras had to reschedule theirWinter Concert and silent auction. They will be holding the rescheduled concert on Tuesday, March 25. The concert is in conjunction with a silent auction to raise The nest is crowded with ducklings. One of which is not like the others. TK Players are in tune for ‘HONK” production bv Patricia Johns Staff Writer There will be feathers ga­ lore in sight as thcTK high school actors present the new musical “HONK" at 7:30 p.m. Thursday. Friday and Saturday. March 13, 14 and 15, in the Thornapple Kellogg High School audito­ rium. Tickets will be available at the door. They are $4 each. “HONK,” written in 1998 by George Stiles and An­ thony Drewe, is quickly gaining popularity. It is a musical comedy based on the story of the ugly duck­ ling. whose odd. gawky looks instantly incite preju­ dice from his family and neighbors. Separated from the farm and pursued by a hungry cat. Ugly must find his way home. During his rollicking and harrowing journey he finds love and acceptance and dis­ covers his true beauty and strength. Spring Community Ed classes set This spring area residents can improve their physical fitness, learn about Micro­ soft Word, improve their fi­ nancial understanding, get their dog to stay and even plan a water garden for their home. Fitness classes include kick boxing for beginners, interval training and water aerobics. The first two classes are offered on Mon­ days and Wednesdays with the water aerobics offered on Tuesdays and Thursdays. Call the Community Educa­ tion office at 795-3397 for information on fees and times. In just 5 weeks new com­ puter users can become pro­ ficient in Microsoft Word and its applications. This class starts Monday, April 14. Drew McFadden will lead three classes on finance on Thursday, March 20, Tues­ day. March 25 and Thurs­ day, April 24. He will cover topics as diverse as war, ter­ rorism, planning for retire­ ment and coping with the volatile market. On Thursday, March 27 Don Apol will present ideas for planning a backyard wa­ ter garden. Beginning on Monday, March 24 Courtney Appel will begin working with the Family Dentistry of Caledonia Ask us about our new office Dr Gary Scott, D.D.S. 9958 Cherry Valley Ave. SE Caledonia (616)891-0004 Fax (616) 891-5170 glsdds@tserv.net owners of dogs. 5 months old and older, teaching the basic elements of dog train­ ing. At the first class, which is for the owners only without their dogs, Appel will check that all dogs have the proper vaccinations. She will also go over any supplies owners will need to bring. She uses positive training techniques to enhance the bond between the owner and the dog. The goal is to im­ prove overall obedience. Appel will stress the ba­ sics of sit, down, stay, come and loose leash walking. For more information about any of these classes call Community Ed at 7953397. Call 945-9554 to place your Sun & News ACTION-AdJ Reach over 11,000 area homes JB HARRISON INSURANCE AGENCY COMPETITIVE HOME RATES Hastings Mutual Judy Harrison 6090 Alden Nash, Alto 868-0050 money for the High School Orchestra. As planned before, the elementary and middle school orchestras will be performing in the Caledonia High School Performing Arts Center (PAC) at 6 p.m. The auction will be held at 7 p.m. in the CHS Com­ mons. The CHS Orchestra will then begin its portion of the concert at 8 p.m. in the PAC. Concerning the silent auc­ TK swim lesson registration March 20 The Community Educa­ tion Department has set the dates and times for swim­ ming lessons this spring. Lessons will be held on Mondays and Wednesdays from April 16 through May 12 which is 8 pool visits per class. If needed, the make up date is May 14. The cost is $20. Level 2. primary skills and level 3, stroke readiness, will be taught from 6-6:40 p.m. Level 4. stroke develop­ ment and Level 5, stroke re­ finement will be taught from 6:45 to 7:25 p.m. Level 6. skill proficiency and Level 7, advanced skills, will be taught from 7:30-8:10 p.m. Registration for residents who live in the district be­ gins on Thursday, March 20 at the Community Education Office at 507 W. Main Street in the TK Learning Center. Walk-in registration starts at 8:30 a.m. and phone regis­ tration starts at 9 a.m. Registrations will not be accepted before March 20. If there are any openings in any of the classes, resi­ dents who live outside the district may call beginning March 31. The Community Educa- I I I I I I I I I I I I I I I I I I I I I I I I I I I I I tion department can be reached at 795-3397. tion. bid sheets will accom­ pany each item. The highest bidder on each sheet will be awarded the item. Items such as a children s gift bas­ ket. a "tea for two" gift bas­ ket and a large framed pho­ tograph of the University of Michigan Stadium, are just a few of the items up for auc­ tion. Proceeds from the auction are going to help supple­ ment the orchestra's budget for equipment, scholarships, clinicians to work with stu­ dents and additional uni­ forms. For further information about the concert or any other CHS orchestra infor­ mation. contact Orchestra Instructor. Pete DeLille, at 616-891-8129. The newest, largest, jazziest^ addition to the “Fun Ship.” fleet: CARNIVAL CONQUEST, Strike up the band Betause New Orleans is introducing a whole new class of "fun Ship to the Western Caribbean. 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Rueter Staff Writer The Caledonia Fire Res­ cue station doesn't have just a new fire chief milling around; it also has seven new part-time firefighters among its occupants. The new firefighters, as well as the seasoned mem­ bers and Chief Brian Ben­ nett, are family members and friends to many in the Caledonia community. In fact, that’s why most be­ came firefighters to begin with - to help out in the community where they live. Although much has been written about the political and economical aspects of Bennett and his new role as Caledonia’s first fulltime fire chief, little has been said about the man under the hel­ met. In a recent interview, Bennett shared information about his (two) families, the one at home and the one at the station. He also talks about maintaining the serv­ ices that the community has come to expect from Cale­ donia Fire Rescue. Bennett has been married to his wife Marcia (Hoven) for 20 years. The couple have two sons, Tony, 15, and Brad, 10. Bennett is very familiar Jeremy Wohlford is a firefighter through and through. Besides his regular job and Caledonia Fire Rescue, he is also a firefighter with the Battle Creek Air National Guard Fire Department. Tammy (Van Belzen) Beemer is one of the two women on the Caledonia Fire Rescue. Although new to the station, rescue work is nothing new in her life. with Caledonia having grown up right down the road in Middleville. He is a 1979 graduate of Thornap­ ple Kellogg. He and his family have been residents of Caledonia for the past 14 years. His parents, Gary and Au­ drey Bennett, former long­ time residents of Mid­ dleville. moved to the Cale­ donia area a couple of years ago. Bennett also has a sister in Memphis, Tennessee. In his 20-plus years as a firefighter with Thornapple Township Emergency Serv­ ices and Caledonia Fire Res­ cue, Bennett has been assis­ tant fire chief and acted as interim fire chief in Caledo­ nia for a year prior to his ap­ pointment as fulltime chief. A firefighter since the age of 18, Bennett grew up around the Thornapple Township Emergency Serv­ ices station. “My dad was a firefighter for 30 years. I served for a couple of years with him. I was around.(firefighting) all the time. I got interested in it and never gave it up.” He is close with the men and women on his team. "They’re kind of a second family. You learn so much about them. I really like the camaraderie.” His reason for becoming a firefighter is the same as many on his team: “I love to help the community." Being chief definitely isn’t all fun and games. In this day and age of sky rock­ eting costs for everything, firefighting equipment and services are no exception. "We struggle to maintain a high level of service.” ex­ plained Bennett on one particu­ larly hectic day. “It’s an ex­ pensive service to operate. If we could just do away with the expenses.” he said wist­ fully. "You make the best use of what you’ve got. We’ll do whatever we can to maintain the high level of service.” He is already on the road to keeping that pledge. Cale­ donia Fire Rescue is one of the departments in the area to have recently formed the Tri-County Training Con­ sortium. This match up of departments for training pur­ poses is designed to help keep costs down while sus­ taining a high level of essen­ tial lifesaving training pro­ grams. “Caledonia is really sup­ portive. They’re all good to us (firefighters),” he said. Scott Siler is straight­ forward about being a firefighter: “Sometimes we see something we re not fond of but most of the time (wp) actually help somebody. The posi­ tives outweigh the nega­ tives." Four of the new firefighters with Caledonia Fire Rescue, clockwise from left. Andy Carey, Bill Wilson, Jamie Robards and Tom Miller. “Everyone helps one an­ other. The community sup­ port is there - which is good.” Bennett is aware that the growth of Caledonia is a crucial factor in the cost of running the department. “Our calls increase yearly,” he explained. “(Caledonia) doesn’t in­ crease in small ways. It’s going to become more diffi­ cult (on the team as a whole),” he continued. “Sometimes (the firefight­ ers) work (between training and calls) 50 hours over and above their regular jobs. “We have big family sup­ port. huge family support, or we couldn’t do it.” Most of Bennett’s “sec­ ond family” of firefighters are currently in training for certification. This training started last October and con­ tinues every Saturday through this month. The following is a short introduction to each new member. Andy Carey, 43, has been a firefighter for the past six months. He has been mar­ ried to his wife, Mary, for three years. The couple is expecting their first child in Christopher J. Hier, 616-891-1 240 General Dentistry1 for Children & Adults — NEW PATIENTS WELCOME — Early Morning & Evening Appointments Available Conveniently located on M-37 tn Caledonia (Right on the wav to orfrom work) Quality dental care in a relaxed and friendly atmosphere. Your Smile The First Thing People See! April. Carey has been a para­ medic since 1978. He is also a physicians assistant at Spectrum. With this kind of background, it’s no wonder that he enjoys the medical responses (with the depart­ ment) the most. Between firefighting, his family. Spectrum, and fire­ fighting class every Satur­ day, he doesn’t have a lot of downtime but, “what free time 1 have. 1 like to go boating and jogging.” Jeremy Wohlford, 26, has been married to his wife, Holly, for four years. They have two boys. Although he has only been with Caledonia Fire Rescue for six months, this type of work is nothing new for Wohlford. He has been a firefighter for the past six years with the Battle Creek Air National Guard Fire De­ partment. In fact, he has only recently returned from active duty. “Ever since September 11, I was in Qutar for eight months and in California for six months,” he said. Wohlford currently works at Alticor in the Protective Services division. As far as his free time is concerned, “there’s not much time (for hobbies). 1 like to play sports, workout and run, but I spend as much time as 1 can with my family.” Why did he join Caledo­ nia Fire Rescue? "Because I like to help people. And that’s what I got into the military to do...become a firefighter.” Tammy (VanBelzen) Beemer, 33, is one of the two women on the depart­ ment. Her immediate family includes Brittany, 9 and Brad, 4. As of next year, both kids will be in the Caledonia School system. Beemer may be new to the department but rescue work is nothing new in her life as she comes from a family used to public serv­ ice. “Most of my family has a background is some type of rescue.” she said. Her mother used to be an EMT. her father. Dan VanBcIzcn, is the police chief in Grant, Mich, and her brother is a firefighter with the Conklin unit. “I’ve kind of been ex­ posed to it my whole life really,” Beemer said. Before moving her family to Caledonia approximately a year ago, Beemer was a specialist on a paramedic unit in Sparta for seven years. She is currently em­ ployed by the Caledonia dis­ trict as a bus driver. Beemer anticipates that she will be doing more of the rescue calls, but will still be carrying out fire calls. “I work well under pres- Continued next page Attention Business Owners: Reduce Your Taxes Your i>u«innw retirement plan contribution Cun mean • healthy lax deduc­ tion and the opportunity lor retirement saving*. Drew McFadden investment Representative 9185 Cherry valley Ave St Caledonia. Ml 49316 Bus 616-891 1173 Toa Free 86^8911173 Fxlward Jones �The Sun and News. Middleville. Ml/March 11, 2003/Paqe From previous page sure on medical crisis. That’s why 1 got on the fire department,” she explains, “because 1 wanted to do the rescue calls.” When she isn’t working or spending time with her family Beemer likes to travel as well as going bowl­ ing and to the movies. Tom Miller. 22. has been married to his wife Wendy for two years. The couple has one child thus far. He has been with the Caledonia Fire Rescue for approximately six months as well as working as an EMT (Emergency Medical Tech­ nician) as his ‘regular hours’ career. Miller admits that he doesn’t have much time for hobbies but is enjoying be­ ing with the team very much. “It’s an opportunity to help the community,” he said. Jamie Robards (younger brother to firefighter Jason Robards) is almost 50. He has been married to his wife. Donita, for four years. The couple has three kids. Like several of the new hires, Robards has been a firefighter for the past six months. Why did he become a firefighter? “Mainly I’ve seen my brother doing it,” he says. “I like the commu­ nity involvement." Speaking of Caledonia lire Rescue, “They’re a close knit group of people. Before I became a fire­ fighter, I talked with the new chief. We talked about where his vision was to take the department. He wanted to get more involved in the community. 1 like that.” Robards is owner of Oakridge Builders in Cale­ donia. “I don’t have free time. With my family, my business - between that and firefighting school every Saturday to get certified. 1 like to dive, but 1 haven’t in a long time.” Bill Wilson HI, 19, is one of the few single guys on CFR. Although the youngest member of the team, he has already been firefighting with Cascade for two years. A 2002 Caledonia gradu­ ate. he played football and track (pole vaulting and 100-yard dash). When he’s not in training or at firefighter school. Wil­ son works for his dad at Phoenix Resources (dump­ ster services and yard waste recycling). Wilson is a true outdoors­ man. He counts his hobbies as hunting, fishing and fire­ fighting. “I like being outside, in the environment. Pretty much anything outdoors.” He is honest about his reasons for becoming a fire­ fighter. “I was thinking ahead. Sports fulfilled an excite­ ment part of my life. I wanted something after graduation and firefighting was it. “I’m having a lot of fun. They’re all great. Brian’s doing a good job. I’m glad I can be a fireman for Caledo­ nia and the community,” Wilson said. Scott Siler, 29. is also new to the business of fire­ fighting. He is the owner of Sunset Landscape Contrac­ tors. a company he started right out of college after re­ ceiving a bachelor s degree in landscape architecture from Michigan State Uni­ versity. Siler is an outdoorsman who likes to hunt and play B Share the moments Share the life sports. “I stay really active." he ■ said. Add firefighting into B the agenda, “(Firefighting B school) keeps me really ■ busy going through train- B ing." He tried out for CFR five years ago. “but they weren't hiring at that time." When he heard that they were accepting applications he applied again. “I wanted to somehow get involved in the community. 1 like the aspect of being able to help people. Being able to help out in Caledonia. Give back to the community,” Siler said. He is straightforward about the work that CFR B B I I I ■ I I I I I performs. “Sometimes we see something we’re not fond of, but most of the time (we) actually help somebody. 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The company was repre­ sented by Mike Berg. The first phase of the original PUD includes lots 1-19. Berg said residences in the first stage were occu­ pied. Some structures arc serviced by wells, but this maximizes the limit allowed for the development. The rest of the homes would be required to be serviced by public water. Berg said occupants of the existing units arc not eager to extend public water from the north as their wells are still new and arc serving their needs. One parcel was included as part of the original PUD. but seems never to have been planned to have a structure on it. This lot (now No. 27) will be included with Phase 2 as specified by the amendment. The amend­ ment also increased the total number of lots for single family houses from 37 to 38. Phase 2 would add 18 lots (20-38.) The lot 27 amendment added 30,000 square feet to the 18 lots in that phase, ex­ ceeding the current zoning minimums. The plan will now meet all setback and minimum lot size require­ ments. The original plans, dating back to the early 1990s specified for lots of 100 feet wide and only 20,000 square feet. Dedicated public streets and underground utilities are planned for phase 2, once utility issues are settled. Because of the need for water to service any addi­ tional multi-family housing units, other areas of the de­ velopment have been await­ ing a public water supply in order to go ahead with con­ struction. Berg said. "We do have a permit for putting in a water main." Water will not be in­ stalled. however, until there is a line to connect to, he ex­ plained. Phase 2 should be conditioned with a water main extension. Berg said Dykema previ­ ously was working with the township to obtain an exten­ sion from Jasonville Farms. Failure to obtain an ease­ ment across a parcel be­ tween Cherry Valley and M37 has stood in the way of extending the water mains. He said the company al­ ready had invested $10,000 to extend the Jasonville wa­ ter system as far as Cherry Valley. The owner wanted to route the water around the parcel, across to village property, which made the cost of the lines too prohibi­ tive to.be feasible. If township plans for ex­ tension of the public utilities do not come through. Berg said they would go back to trying to negotiate with the owner, made difficult, be­ cause of a Traverse City residence. It is hoped that extension of the northwest water system should be re­ solved by June. This would mean water mains would be installed to the north side of 84th at M-37. giving Dykema frontage on a func­ tional water main. This would open the way for Phase 2 of the project to be continued. That site has already been permitted for sanitary sewer extension and the public wa­ ter main permit has been is­ sued. Dykema has begun some preliminary grading and obtained permits for soil erosion. Berg said. A storm sewer is already installed, which flows into a detention basin on the south west corner of the site, lots 10 and 11. The Kent County Drain Commission’s office has granted construction ap­ proval. Erosion has oc­ curred. and the basin has a reduced capacity and must be cleaned out. Berg ex­ plained the erosion does not leave the site or drain into any other water system. "Existing buildings are on sanitary sewer, and they do have a private well," Berg said. "The well would be abandoned, assuming the water is extended, or utilized for irrigation." he explained. There would be a water main permit and a sanitary sewer permit required. The township board must still approve the request. Berg also spoke about a third plan for land on the southwest corner of 84th and M-37. No negotiations have begun on to this parcel. He said Dykema was working with Exxel Engi­ neering to construct apart­ ment units there, once public utilities are available. Pan of that would include office uses. "The office buildings would be 12,000 square feet." Berg said. As the apartment complex is expanded, the existing farm house and buildings would be removed and two more two-acre sites are planned for M-37 office space. Landscaping and screening would be included on lot 27 and 28 between the commercial and residential areas. "Basically the back half of the site would be devel­ oped in apartments, and the front ... would be in two of­ fice buildings." Berg said. The office buildings would be accessed off the private drive. Frontage for the M-37 right of way to the apartments has-been left va­ cant. but Berg said future access to M-37 will proba­ bly be voluntarily restricted due to the rather steep grade along M-37 where the farm house is located. If the plan is approved, five six-plcxes at the south­ west corner and three fourplexes are eventually planned for a total of 42 housing units. These units would all have car ports, he said. A separate detention facil­ ity would serve the apart­ ments, connected by a storm drain, to flow south to vil­ lage property, and arranged by a lease with the village, already obtained. Marketplace, Town Center expanion plans proceeding by Patricia Johns Staff Writer Plans for retail expansion in Middleville kept Village Planning Commission mem­ bers in their seats last Tues­ day, examining detailed plans for everything from parking spaces, drainage to photometric designs. Ralph Fahner and Brian Johnson presented the final site plan for the retail expan­ sion at Marketplace. Besides the existing supermarket, the plans call for expansion of retail outlets, in two wings totaling almost 30,000 square feet of new stores. The designers of this pro­ ject have met with the DDA architects and are incorpo­ rating some of the facade elements into their plans. The plans were approved with the site plan committee making sure that some of the final details are met before construction can begin. These include plans for side­ walks and changes to the landscape buffer. Members also stressed the need for runoff to stay on the property. There are some concerns that the retention basin in the plans may not be deep enough. The detention pond at Towne Center also had com­ missioners scratching their heads over whether it should be "wet" or "dry." If a "wet" design is cho­ sen for the retention basin, there will be water in it most of the time and it will be a small created wetland with peeping frogs and other wild life. If a "dry" design is se­ lected it will be grass cov­ ered and dry except for when it rains. The site plan committee will work with Visser Brothers on this is­ sue. After reviewing the plans for Phase III. the commer­ cial part of the planned until development, the commission approved them with some conditions. Phase 111. as well as the previous plans presented and approved at the special meeting Feb. 20, will go to the full council for approval tonight, Tuesday, March 11. In other Village Planning Commission business, a re­ vision was approved for the Metaldyne site plan for to allow the firm to have two ground mounted air condi­ tioning units in addition to three mounted on the roof. The decibel level of the units should be less than 46 db at the property line or less. The units will be fenced and landscaping will also buffer the sound. The commission also ta­ bled plans for the Methodist Church expansion to the April 1 meeting so that some issues can be resolved. Village Planner Geoff Moffat gave an overview of plans by the Michigan De­ partment of Transportation and the village to change the access point to M-37 on Ar­ lington Court. If council approves these plans Tires 2000 will have a cul-de-sac in front of it with the access to M-37 being made slightly further north. The next meeting of the Middleville Village Plan­ ning Commission is Tues­ day, April 1. Call 945-9554 anytime to place your Sun & News ACTION-Ad & reach over 11,000 area homes! Are you ready for spring? 15% Off Weight Loss Products Xango, Fat Fighters, The Answer, Contour Gel, Tonalin Cla, Ultra Meal Other Products Available Sale ends March 31st Caledonia Homeopathic Center Biofeedback Stress Testing 9964 Cherry Valley. Suite 4 • Caledonia, Ml 49316 Phone: (616)891-7737 Hours: Mon-Fri. 12-6; Sat by Appointment �The Sun and News. Middleville. MI'March 11. 2003/Page 13 Local Scouts’ Pinewood Derby includes 32 cars Craig Kenyon enjoys the open and welcoming atmosphere of his new Parts Plus store on Arlington Court Open house Friday and Saturday Auto parts store opens in new location by Patricia Johns Staff Writer There is nothing like a new location to put life into an established business. Af­ ter 40 years in a downtown Middleville location, Craig Kenyon has moved his auto parts business. Parts Plus, to a new location on Arlington Court, next to Tires 2000. Ihc Middleville location is just one of the 15 stores owned by ACI Parts Ware­ housing in Grand Rapids. Kenyon is excited about the new location, ease in serving his customers and one day service for special orders since he gets deliver­ ies from the parts warehouse two times a day. Saving on home insurance is Pastor David Stewart looks carefully to make sure the cars are lined up at the start of one heat of the Pinewood Derby. by Patricia Johns Staff Writer The Pinewood Derby at the Middleville First Baptist Church last month was defi­ nitely a success, according to Pastor David Stewart. Stewart said the 32 par­ ticipants created great cars. The derby used a double elimination format to deter­ mine the winners. Cars the students made from kits could weigh five ounces. Students had their vehicles weighed and meas­ ured to make sure they fit within the rules. They had time to add weights or sand the cars to fit within the length and weight criteria. In the first and second grade division CJ. Bronkema came in first, Jake Boonstra second and Kyle Brooker, third. In the third to fifth grade division Seth Moody took first, Luke Boonstra, second and Ashley Herich took third. Cars were judged on de­ * ™ t of families are saving mobile home protection. Stop in and ask us about quality pro­ tection. with flexi- plans and “No Problem" claim Behind proprietor Craig Kenyon are some of the prizes to be given away during the Parts Plus open house on March 14 and 15. Kenyon says, “One of the neat things at this location is to have Loyd Elwood, the former owner of a parts store in Caledonia working here. Together we have about 80 years experience in the parts business.” During the open house from 8 a.m. to 5:30 p.m Fri­ day, March 14 and from 8 a.m. to 1 p.m. on Saturday, March 15, shoppers can take a chance on winning an electric scooter. 140-piece tool set, 30-piece drill set and 18-volt cordless drill. There are also some spe­ cial sales. Kenyon says, “Check on the advertisement in today’s paper to see some of the specials and stop by the store to see what else we have to offer.” Kenyon looks forward to providing service to the cus­ tomers used to the cozy con­ fines of the Mam Street store and new customers looking for that special pan or accessory. The store is open from 8 a.m. to 5:30 p.m. Monday through Friday and from 8 a.m. to 1 p.m. on Saturday. INMIASI t I IK I Rales Loca Srw» BOB NICCXBi President I 497 Arlington St (M-37) PO Box 99. Middleville Ml 49333 (269) 891-8208 (269) 795-3302 Toll free (800) 706-3302 Fax (616) 795-3935 Athlete of the week Thornapple-Kellogg High School (Middleville) Basketball Trojan senior point guard Justin VanSpronsen ran the show up front for the TK varsity boys' basketball team all season. Wednesday night he helped propel them to a repeat trip to the district finals by pouring in 12 second half points against Hastings. He also fin­ ished the night with five rebounds. The 4695 Middleville Rd. 111 N. Main St. Lynn Denton m-37, Middleville, Ml Nashville, Ml Agency 1-800-443-5253 517-852-2005 MAKING YOUR FUTURE MORE PREDICTABLE FARM BUREAU INSURANCE RESOLUTION (03-010) i Yfllfe undrvds of thousands Insurance for their home and grade division. Stewart said. “We arc al­ ready looking forward to do­ ing this again next year. 1 think there will even be an adult division. FARM BUR f AC MUTUA1 - FARM BUM AU Lift • FARM BUMF AU GtKAAl “No Problem.” money with Auto-Owners sign as well. Jake Boonstra had the best designed car in the first and second grade division with Jordan Bronkema taking the design hon­ ors in the third through fifth THA meets Thursday The Thomapple Heritage Association meeting will be held on Thursday. March 13 at Carveth Village. The group will be dis­ cussing plans for the future of the Middleville Depot Project at this meeting. Carveth Village is at 690 W. Main Street in Mid­ dleville. For more informa­ tion call Sue Rietman at 795-1608. OF THE MIDDLEVILLE COUNCIL * FOUAlMD/l* * Rezoning of 515 and 611 Grand Rapids Street February 25, 2003 WHEREAS, Section 78-873 (3) of the Village of Middleville Code of Ordinances of 2001, as amended, permits the Village Council to adopt or deny zoning amendments as proposed by the Planning Commission, and WHERE*' S, the Planning Commission held a public hearing on February 4, 2003. to rezone property at 515 and 611 Grand Rapids Street from R-1 to C-1; and WHEREAS, the Planning Commission concluded during its regular meeting to rezone the property located at 611 Grand Rapids Street from R-1 to PUD and to keep the zoning for 515 Grand Rapids Street at PUD; and WHEREAS, the PUD designation allows for site plan review by the Planning Commission and public hearing and final review from the Village Council. THE VILLAGE OF MIDDLEVILLE HEREBY RESOLVES. 1 Property located at 515 Grand Rapids Street keep its zoning designation as PUD. 2 Property located at 611 Grand Rapids Street be rezoned from R-1 to PUD BE rr FINALLY RESOLVED, that this Resolution be entered by the Village Clerk mto the Official records of the Village of Middleville on this 25th day of February. 2003 Moved by Lytle, supported by VandenBerg. to adopt trie foregoing resolution YEAS Bray. Corson. Lytle, Puflen, VandenBerg ABSENT Kenyon. Myers I HEREBY CERTIFY THAT THE FOREGOING Resolution was adopted by the Village of Middleville Council at a regular meeting held on the 25th day of February. 2003 Public Notice of said meeting was given pursuant to and in compliance with Act No 267, Public Acts of Michigan, 1976 as amended, including tn the case of a special or rescheduled meeting, notice by publication of posting at least eighteen (18) hours prior time set for the meeting Rhonda Fisk, Village Clerk Village of Middleville 320 �Page 14/The Sun and News. Middleville. Ml/March 11, 2003 Alice M. (Cox) Steeby Frederick H. Schenkel--------------- -------------MIDDLEVILLE Frederick H. Schenkel. age 64. of Middleville, passed away Friday, March 7, 2003 at Thomapple Manor, Hastings. Fred was a dedicated em­ ployee at Bradford White Corporation for over 42 years. Mr. Schenkel was bom on Oct. 5, 1938 in Hastings, Mich., the son of William and Nellie (Gillette) Schen­ kel. He was raised in Middle­ ville and attended Thom­ apple Kellogg School, grad­ uating in 1957 where he held the 440 Yard Dash until 1983. He was a life long res­ ident of Middleville. Fred served his country in the Army Reserves He was married to Sandra K Brow­ er on Nov.21, 1958 Fred was a dedicated em­ ployee at Bradford White Corporation for over 42 years. He will be missed by many. Survived by his three sons. Richard (Denise) Schenkel of Wyoming. MI. Frederick (Pamela) Schen­ kel of Hastings, William Schenkel of Middleville; one daughter, Sandra Lynn (William) Bryan of Safety Harbor. Florida; seven grandchildren. Ricci Lynn, Eric. Brandie. Sandra. Alex. Benjamin and Addison; sis­ ter. Carol (Rodney) Kenyon of Middleville and brother. Bill (Jean) Schenkel of Jackson, and many nieces and nephews He is preceded in death by his loving wife. Sandra K Schenkel. and his parents. William and Nellie Schen­ kel. Funeral services will be held Tuesday morning. March 11,2003 at 11 a.m. at the Beeler Funeral Chapel. Middleville. Rev. Kenneth Vaught officiating. Inter­ ment Mt. Hope Cemetery. Middleville. Memorial contributions may be made to the Ameri­ can Heart Association. Arrangements by the Beeler Funeral Home, Middleville. Charles Max Bedford MIDDLEVILLE Char les Max Bedford, age 75, of Middleville, passed away Friday, March 7, 2003 in Bradenton, Florida. He is survived by his wife, Jackie L. Bedford; one daughter, Melinda (Freder­ ick) Brown of Middleville; one son. Charles Max (Amy) Bedford Jr. of Grandville; two grand­ daughters. Kyrie and Kar- issa; one grandson. Luke; sisters-in-law. Nancy Rose of Grand Rapids and Jackie Rose of Rockford; several nieces and nephews. He was preceded in death by two younger brothers. R’tsscll Rose Jr. and Ronald Rose. Funeral services will be held Friday, March 14, 2003 at II am. at the Beeler Funeral Chapel, Middle­ ville. Rev. Dennis Rose offi­ ciating. Interment Mt. Hope Cemetery. Middleville. The family will receive relatives and friends Thurs­ day. March 13. 2003 from 2 to 4 and 7 to 9 p.m. Memorial contributions may be made to the Amer­ ican Heart Association. Arrangements were made by Beeler Funeral Home. Middleville. Without official Public Notice published in your newspaper, this may be all the information you get. CALEDONIA - Alice M (Cox) Steeby. age 81. of Caledonia, went tc be with her Lord on Saturday. March 8, 2003 at Metro­ politan Hospital. Grand Rapids. Mrs. Steeby was bom on April 27.1921 at Edmonton, Alberta. Canada, the daugh­ ter of Samual and Charlotte Cox. She was raised in various locations across the U.S. and attended Lake Odessa High School and graduating in 1939. She was married to Wayne Steeby on Oct. 20. 1950 at Leighton United Methodist Church and lived on the family farm in Caledonia. Mrs. Steeby was em­ ployed at Consumers Power. She was a member of Leighton United Methodist Church and Salvation Army. Mrs. Steeby was an ac­ complished piano player and singer. She is survived by three sons. Alan and Jackie Steeby of Caledonia. Gerald Steeby of Grand Rapids. Donald and Diane Steeby of Caledonia, one daughter, Joan and John Shear of Middleville; five grandchil­ dren. Rebekah (Luke) Kooiman. Julie (John) Martin. Stephen Shear. Spencer Steeby. Erin Steeby. three great grandchildren. Steph­ anie and Nathan Kooiman and Travis Martin, and two nieces. She was preceded in death by her husband. Wayne L. Steeby and a brother. Stan­ ley Cox. The family will receive relatives and friends Tues­ day. March 11 from 7 to 9 p.m. and Wednesday. March 12 from 2 to 4 and 7 to 9 p.m. Funeral services will be held Thursday. March 13. 2003 morning at 11 a.m. at the Leighton United Metho­ dist Church. Rev. Ray Townsend officiating. Inter­ ment Hooker Cemetery. Wayland. Ml Memorial contributions may be made to Leighton United Methodist Church. Salvation Army, or Cale donia F.F.A. Arrangements by the Beeler Funeral Home. Mid dleville. Norbert (Moe) Mrozinski Norbert (Moe) Mrozinski. age 69. passed on into heav­ en on Monday. March 3. 2003. He is survived by his wife. Lorrie A. Mrozinski. his children. Randy and Mary Mrozinski of Rock­ ford, Tammi Mrozinski of Muskegon. Scott and Lynn Vander Ark of Grand Rapids. Toni and Dale Breitwisch of Fruitport, Jeff and Kelly SERVING OUR COUNTRY Benjamin J. Osborne Army Reserve Pvt. Ben­ jamin J. Osborne has gradu­ ated from basic combat training at Fort Knox, Ky. During the nine-week training, the trainee received instruction in drill and cere­ mony, weapons, rifle marks­ manship and bayonet train­ ing, chemical warfare, field training and tactical exercis­ es, armed and unarmed com­ bat, military courtesy, mili­ tary justice, physical fitness, first aid, and Army history, traditions, and core values. Osborne is the son of Peter and Eva Jane Osborne of Middleville. He is a 1997 graduate of Thomapple-Kellogg High School, Middleville. VanderArk of Ada, Brian Vander Ark of Grand Rapids. Mark Mrozinski of Chica­ go, Lai an Brad Marthens of Lake Orion. Brad Vander Ark of New York City. Mike and Kara Mrozinski of Flint; 20 grandchildren Moe loved golfing, cook­ ing. camping, woodcarving and fishing. Funeral services for Mik were held Thursday, March 6. at Peace Reformed Church. 6950 Cherry Valley Rd.. Middleville Interment Coman Cemetery. The family suggests memorial contributions may be made to Hospice of Michigan. Arrangements were made by Matthysse Kuiper De Graaf Funeral Home, Caledonia. Vehicle strikes Barry transit authority bus A 34-year-old Alto man’s vehicle struck a Barry County Transit bus while driving on Norway Road and the intersection of State Road in Barry Township. Timothy S. 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(Photo by Brett Bremer) by Brett Bremer Sports Editor Both team’s got what they wanted, but only one could be happy with the final re­ sult. Wednesday night after the Viking varsity boys’ basket­ ball team knocked off Alle­ gan in the district semifinal the loikcwood faithful began the chant of “Bring on Mid­ dleville.*’ All this while the Hastings'Saxons were waiting to come out of the tunnel and take on the Trojans in the other quarterfinal. Middleville had been looking forward to the re­ match of last year’s district final all season. For Mid­ dleville it turned out to be case of be careful what you wish for. For Dike wood it was another step through the state tournament. The Vikings topped Mid­ dleville 54-40 to advance to next Friday’s regional round at Grand Valley State Uni­ versity. There Lakewood faces state No. 1 South Christian at 8. “This was a great win for this team,” said Viking Coach Mark Farrell. “My kids played with intensity, enthusiasm, and courage. They wanted this one bad.” Despite ten points from junior Clint Tobias in the second quarter, the Vikings went into the half time locker room down one. In the second half they turned up the defensive pressure and held Mid­ dleville to just 15 points. While the Viking offense didn’t do much more, they didn’t have to, and they got it done when it counted. “We really stepped up on the boards and we took care of the basketball versus their press." said Farrell. “To top it off we hit our free throws down the stretch in that fourth quarter.” Lakewood was 13 of 17 from the charity stripe in the fourth quarter. Tyler Bcglin was six of eight in the quar­ ter and finished with 13 points. Travis Willard was a per­ fect six of six in the second half and finished with a team high 16 points and capped his second double­ double in the district tourna­ ment with 12 rebounds. To­ bias added 13 points and eight rebounds, and Scott Secor finished with nine points for Lakewood in the win. “This is a fun team to watch, and coach,” said Far­ rell. The Trojans were led by junior Brett Knight who gunned in 18 points. Sopho­ more Jon Yeazel finished with 11, but they were the only two Trojans to connect on more than one field goal. Trojan sopnomore Jon Yeazel (22) powered his way through the lane against Delton last Monday for 16 points to help TK move on in the district tourney. (Photo by Brett Bremer) The Trojans reached the district final by knocking off Hastings on Wednesday and the host Delton Panthers on Monday night. Against Hastings and Delton the Trojans did what they hadn’t been able to do for most of the season, jump out to an early lead and hold on. Wednesday against the Saxons, TK used a strong first half to build an 11-point lead. Back to back three’s by Hastings’ Drew Whitney shaved the Trojan lead down to five points midway through the third quarter, but TK rattled off the next eight points on a three by Justin VanSpronsen, a bucket by Knight, and an old fashioned three point play by Trevor Manning. The lead was 13. and the Trojans cruised. VanSpronsen, Kyle Holst, and Brett Knight each poured in 12 points for the Trojans. Hastings was led by Drew Whitney with 11. Delton wasn’t ready for the pressure TK. brought to the district opener on Mon­ day night. Middleville advanced to face Hastings on Wednesday The Trojans look on for the second straight year as Lakewood celebrates a dis­ trict championship at their expense (Photo by Landa Boyce) with a 63-50 win over the Panthers. The visiting Trojans came out of the gate on an 8-0 run, that had the Panthers calling a time out with 5:24 left to play in the first quar­ ter. Todd Champion finally got the Panthers on the board following the time out, but the Trojans were al­ ready off and running. “We didn’t match their intensity coming out of the chute,” said Panther Coach Mike Mohn, “’til we were down 20.” TK used an outstanding first half of defense to build a 32-18 lead heading into the half time locker rooms. “They get after it,” said Mohn of Middleville. “I guess we weren’t prepared for that. Some of those passes get through versus other teams. Some were kind of slow, and loopy, and (Middleville) picks 'em off and they’re going the other way.” Trojan Coach Kurt Holzhueter said his team went into the bailgame looking to shut down the Panthers’ three point shooters, seniors Shawn Moore and Steve Bourdo. Brett Knight eyes the hoop in the district opener against Delton, in which he poured in 17 points against the Panthers. (Photo by Brett Bremer) “I think we came ready to play, and executed our game plan well.” Especially that phase, as the pair of Pan thers each had just six firsthalf points, and were shut out in the second. Although that pair strug­ gled in the second half for the Panthers, Delton did come to life a bit in the sec­ ond half. “I’m proud that we didn't quit down the stretch, but you’ve gotta play with that effort and intensity when the ball goes up,” said Mohn. A three from Moore would have cut the Trojan lead down to eleven near the end of the third quarter, had it not been negated by a Panther foul away from the play. The Trojans built their lead back up to 18 by the end of the third. With some scrappy play from Champion and Chris Gillfillan in the final quarter the Panthers tried to claw their way back into the game. Gillfillan started attacking the basket in the second half, to finish with 11 points and seven rebounds, all in the second half. Champion tossed in a team high 16 for the Pan thers. and had 14 rebounds Twice, buckets by Cham­ pion cut the Trojan lead down to 11 in the fourth, but Middleville always had an answer. The Trojans were led of­ fensively by Brett Knight who poured in 17 points Jon Yeazel had 16, and six steals. Trojan senior center Kyle Holst finished the night with a double-double, ten points and ten boards. Middleville senior Phil Garber was looking past the Saxons a little bit on Mon­ day night. “laikewood here we come. Thai’s all I’ve been thinking about. It’s the same as last year. It’s in my dreams. It’s in my night­ mares.” The Vikcs knocked off the Trojans in last year’s district final, and Garber has been looking forward to the rematch all season. Garber got his wish. Call (269) 945-9554 anytime to place your Sun & News ACTION-Ad & reach over 11,000 area homes every week! �Page 16/The Sun and News, MiddleviHe. Ml/March 11, 2003 Kids and staff hit the books as Reading Month begins at TK First thing on the morn­ ing of March 3, students at Page presented Librar­ ian Diane Knight with some paper mache crea­ tions. Students began working on the Cat in the Hat. the Lorax and Thing 1 and Thing 2 in Septem­ ber and kept it a secret for their favorite librarian. 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The 111)0 toll free telephone number for the hearing impaired it 1-800-927- Sara Scholtens at Lee Elementary kicked off Reading Month with Barholomew and the Ooblek and helped students make ooblek, too tfij AA MEETINGS HOURS: M-Th 5ani-9pm; Fri. 5ani-8pin Sat. 8ain-2pm; Sun.9ani-3pm 9175 Cherry Valley, Ste. K Caledonia, 891-2994 Caledonia - 100th and M37. AA meets Tuesdays 6:30 am.; and Saturdays 10 a.m. Open Discussion Meeting. (Al-Anon meets Tuesday and Thursday at noon.) 9964 Cherry Valley #3, Caledo­ nia. Contact Jerry R. at 4379452. Monday, Wednesday, Friday, noon. 9669 Kraft Ave., Holy Family Church, A A open meetings. Tuesday and Thursday 5:30. (TFN) At Page the month always begins with a hallway read Students read everything from books to newspapers to magazines BRUCE'S FRAME & ALIGNMENT Complete Frame Repair • Professional Color Matching • Loaner Cars • Front End Alignment • Collision Repair • Glass Repair call... 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Sea Foam Products EXIDE MOTORCRAFT Lawn & Garden Batteries Batteries $y00 s24.99 s18” After Mail-in debate www motorcraftxom thru 3/15/03 �Page 18/The Sun and News. Middleville. Ml/March 11. 2003 Wrestling, continued from page 1 Viejs put McKeown into the consolation semi’s against Schlaud. After the fifth place match McKeown (46-7) said, “I’ve got a good crowd for being the only one left.” His only teammate on the mats over the weekend was junior Eric Reeder at 160. Reeder dropped his first match, then opened the con­ solation round by knocking off Birmingham Groves’ Adam Abbott. But Reeder’s weekend ended one match shy of the medal round with a 17-9 loss to Oxford’s Kyle Rowley. “It was definitely a good learning experience for him,” said Ixhman. “The good thing is he gets to come back. Hopefully, he can start next year where he left off this year.” Reeder ended the season with a 30-20 record. Caledonia's Frank D’Amico It was somewhat of a suprisc for the Caledonia wrestling squad that they were only sending one Indi­ vidual to the State Wrestling 011945-9554 to place four Sun 4 News ACTION-Ad. Patrick McKeown holds Yipsilanti Lincoln’s Jacob Viers on his back in consola­ tion action, during last weekend’s Individual State Finals at the Palace (Photo by Brett Bremer) Caledonia's Frank D Amico leaves the mat for the last time this season, with a 42-12 record in his first full varsity season. D’Amico lost two decisions at the Individual state meet over the weekend, but will get another shot next winter. (Photo by Brett Bremer) THE BALL/ 99F0Fft>F3S0 oi ou>s iwnrwue Finals. But the suprise was just as big that that wrestler was junior Frank D’Amico. He had a tough time at the battle of the state’s best grapplers, but until you’re a senior there’s always next year. “I couldn’t say anything bad about Frank all day long,” said Fighting Scot Coach Jim Maxim. “His goal this year was to be a re­ gional qualifier, and he ex­ ceeded that.” Maxim said that his assis­ tant Chris Kinne predicted some of D’Amico’s success at the beginning of the sea­ son. “He was the JV wres­ tler of the year last year, and he said he would be a suprise this year.” D’Amico ended the sea­ son with a 42-12 record and has another year to work for a state medal. D’Amico dropped two de­ cisions and his day was done at the state tourney. His first contest was against Marys­ ville’s Keith Corbat, who won a 7-5 decision. Corbat went on to finish fourth. Then in the consolation opener D’Amico had some trouble breathing while be­ ing held down by Holly’s Trojan junior Eric Reeder squeezes the head of Ox­ ford’s Kyle Rowley during their 160-pound battle at the Individual State Wrestling Tourney. (Photo by Brett Bremer) Chris Turner, and never looked the same. Turner took a 21-4 tech fall, and went on to finish fifth. Maxim said that D’Amico is never one to look for ex­ cuses. Maxim says D’Amico told him, “I did my best, and that’s all I could do.” introducing... Ed's New Complete Auto & Truck Glass Service! , Powerstroke diesel. 4x4 Leather, factory warranty 18^495 99 PONTIAC MONTANA 00 PON <5RANP PRIX <5 TP r^*tL995 13,995 97 CHEVY PICKUP 96 FORP EXPLORER Quality Auto Glass Quality Service ? | at an affordable price Leather loaded Mobile Service Direct Insurance Billing Certified Technicians 7 fdtte Sauer fr-J CAVIN • Chevrolet • Buick • Pontiac 795-3318 • 891-8151 M-37 North of Middleville. 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For more information about this or any other events at lakeside Commu­ nity Church, call 868-6402. The church is located at 6201 Whitncyville SE in Alto. Kirk Graham, area taxidermist and hunting expedi­ tion guide, will be leading a Turkey Hunting Work­ shop at Lakeside Community Church. Registration draws near for summer sports programs The Thornapplc Area Parks and Recreation Com­ mission is headed into its second season of summer baseball, softball and T-ball for area youth. Program director Mike Bremer says, “We arc look ing forward to a bigger and oven more fun season than last year.” a .Registration forms will be distributed next week through the Thornapple Kel­ logg school district. All first through eighth grade stu­ dents are invited to partici­ pate. Area residents whose children attend private schooling or arc home­ schooled can get a registra­ tion form by calling the TAPRC office at 269-7958853 and leaving their names and addresses. 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Ml /March 11. 2003 Sailors stop Scots’ season ending run Caledonia’s varsity boys’ basketball teams' district run ran right into state No. 1 South Christian on Saturday night. Even though the Sailors cruised past the Fighting Scots 99-61, it couldn’t dim Caledonia Coach Jason VandcrWoude’s view of what his team had accomplished over the final few weeks of the season. “The last three weeks things finally started to click a little bit," said VanderWoudc. “I wish it were No­ vember right now.” The kids from Caledonia hadn’t been in a district final before. “Looking back on the en­ tire season, I’m pleased with the progress of the entire program,” said VanderWoudc. “Our seniors have had it tough, with three dif­ ferent varsity coaches in their high school careers. They tried to do things our way. Wc wouldn’t have made it to the district cham­ pionship if it wasn’t fpr out five seniors." With the bright lights, and the emotion of the district championship crowd Van­ derWoude said his team had a little trouble controlling their emotion in the contest with South. “The team knew what to do, and wc did it for stretches," said Vander- Woude. “We were just too aggressive." The Sailors were 39 of 51 from the free throw line in the contest. “We were down 28 at the half, but we kept competing and trying to do the things we wanted to do." Abe Mulvihill led the way for the Scots with 13 points. Greg Jousma had nine, and Ryan Rogers eight. “We lost to a team that should win the state champi­ onship.” The Scots reached that game with a couple of nice wins. Wednesday it was some­ what of a homecoming for the Fighting Scot coach as they took on Kelloggsville. where he used to coach and still teaches. “It was a bit strange for me,” said VanderWoude. “I’ve coached all those kids in the past." Caledonia used some of that to get the win. “Our kids were well prepared,” said VanderWoude. “and for the first time this season they used that to their ad­ vantage.” This time it was the Scots who had a big night at the free throw line. Caledonia was 21-30 from the stripe, and outrebounded Kelloggs­ ville to push themselves to victory. Jousma poured in 19 Junior Abe Mulvihill led the Scots offensively through their district run, averaging 16.7 points pre contest. (File Photo by Brett Bremer) points for the Scots. Brad Swartz finished with 13, and Mulvihill tossed in 12. Monday night the Scots took a thriller over Rogers, 74-72 in double overtime. “When we needed the basketball we did some things we hadn't done all year.” said VanderWoude. “We got key rebounds. When they dribbled into the corner we double teamed them and denied the pass out and got a steal in the second overtime and got a score to go ahead.” “It was the culmination of all the things we’ve been working for. It all fell into place at the right time. It was a big exciting win for us.” Mulvihill excited the crowd by gunning in 25 points. Jousma poured in 15, and Tyler Ybema finished with ten points for the Fight­ ing Scots. “We were 24 for 30 from the free throw line and that really helped us out a lot,” said VanderWoude. Mulvihill was a perfect 10 for 10 from the charity stripe, while Jousma knocked down all five of his attempts. Caledonia senior Greg Jousma poured in 15 points in the double overtime district opener against Rogers (File Photo by Brett Bremer) I Spring Clearance Specials! Floor & Wall CERAMIC TILE QQC Starting at While Supplies Last! VINYL 50-70% OFF While Supplies Last! In-Stock CARPET 30% OFF I O N R S CERAMIC TILE • CARPET - WOOD • VINYL In The Glen Valley Retail Center 9185 Cherry Valley Avenue S.E. (M-37) • Caledonia, Michigan 49316 Ph. 616/891-9000 FAX 616/891-9025 CM Every Day Low Prices While Supplies Last! TAKE 1O% OFF * SPECIAL ORDERS �HASTINGS PUBLIC LIBRARY - ** 4158 1493 00/00/00 T HASTINGS PUBLIC LIBRARY 121 N CHURCH ST HASTINGS Ml 49058 A Your Hometown Newspaper Sen/ing Middleville and Caledonia Areas 132nd year Middleville, Michigan 49333 No. 7/February 11, 2003 Ten of 11 zoning ordinances approved by Caledonia Board by Ruth Zachary Staff Writer The Caledonia Township Board approved ten of eleven amended zoning or­ dinance sections at their sec­ ond reading Feb. 5, sending the “Sign Provisions” chap­ ter back for review by the Planning Commission. Trustee Wally Bujak, act­ ing as liaison from the plan­ ning commissioners, re­ minded the board that a large number of hours had been spent in preparing the zoning ordinance revisions with input from a consultant, the planner, citizens, the commissioners, and with le­ gal input from the township attorney. He said with a wide range of views ex­ pressed. the commissioners had arrived at a consensus, represented in the drafts as presented. Bujak recom­ mended approval by the board. Trustee Richard Robert­ son pointed out there had been a joint workshop with the Planning Commission earlier this year, at which extensive discussion had taken place. He wanted the public to understand the or­ dinances were not being “steamrollered” through the process of approval. The sign ordinance dis­ cussion was initiated by Trustee Bill Bravata, who objected to specifications in the ordinance for percent­ ages of lettering and of illu­ mination from lighted signs, which he did not understand. He said he had a "ton of concerns" over how the authority of the local zoning administrator had been ex­ panded. He said the town­ ship often does not enforce ordinances until a neighbor complains. “If we’re applying evenly, the standard across the See ordinances, page 9 IK wrestlers celebrate O-K Blue title Fourteenth and final What could be funnier than a cast of local theater members playing a cast of lo­ cal theater members rehearsing a play that keeps changing? The fictitious actors include front row standing, "Phyllis Montague." sitting "Polly Benish playing Lady Margaret." and kneeling is "Henry Benish playing Lord Dudley." Back row (from left) are "Geraldine Gerry’ Dunbar, the director; "Aggie Manville." the stage man ager and prompter; "Louise Peary," the sound-lights-stage technician, Billy Carewe, an actor playing Stephen Sellers." "Marla Smitty’ Smith, an actress play­ ing Doris the Maid;" "Violet Imbry. an actress playing Diana Lassiter;" and "Saul Watson, an actor playing Dr. Rex Forbes - the villain." Got all that? Caledonia Community Players plan ‘Play On!’ Feb. 13-15 The Trojan mat men celebrate their final O-K Blue title, after placing 13 wres­ tlers in the top three, out of 14. at the conference’s final tourney before the leagues shake up next winter. by Brvtt Bremer Sports Editor When TK varsity wres­ tling coach Tom Lehman asked the other O-K Blue coaches whether or not his Trojans would be missed, now that the leagues are re­ arranging. the answer was a resounding “No”. “We wanted to make sure that they’d remember us." said Lehman after the Tro­ jans took their 14th straight O-K Blue title last Saturday in Middleville. The Trojans won 15 of the last 16 titles in the league. TK had an outstanding day placing 13 of its 15 w restlers in one of the top three spots. The Trojans had five first place finishes. That mark was equaled by the Hamilton Hawkeyes who took the second spot at the conference tourney, but fin­ ished 43.5 points behind the day with a 7-2 decision over host Trojans. Mike McKeown. Pat Belding’s Ben Blasius. Andrew Reeder edged his McKeown. Kyle Fletke, An­ drew Reeder, and Kalani wa> through three decisions Garber were the Trojan’s in­ en route to taking the 160pound title. An 8-4 decision dividual league champions. Mike McKeown at 125 in the final over Hamilton’s topped Curtis Crane of God­ Craig Wilson gave Reeder win with a 4-0 decision in the title. Reeder opened the the final round, after picking day with a 2-1 win over up a pin over Hamilton's Belding's Ryan Rittenburgh. Tim Harrell in the second then made things a little eas­ ier with a 7-0 win over By­ round. At 135. Pat McKeown ron’s Rick Taylor. The Trojans' fifth cham­ scored pins in his only two matches of the day. includ­ pionship of the day came ing putting Byron Center’s from Kalani Garber at 171, Brent Mencarelli on his who also eked out three de­ back 2:25 into the weight cisions for the flight title. In the opening round Garber class final. Kyle Fletke had to wrestle won 7-3 over Hamilton’s his way through three oppo­ Casey Mulder, then topped nents at 140. topping B) - Godwin’s Rick Ortiz in the ron’s Tyler Rietsema in the second round 6-5. in the fi­ first round 20-4 for a techni­ nal Garber look care of cal fall victory. Fletke then Coopersville’s Dustin Ryke pinned Hamilton's Charlie 7-2. Kalkman m the second See wrestling title, pg. 14 round, before finishing the by Cathy L. Rueter Staff Writer What better way to spend an evening than having din­ ner and watching a play... of a play? When the local commu­ nity theater troupe puts on a production about a commu­ nity theater cast rehearsing for a new play — anything can happen. Which is exactly what happens in "Play On!" pre­ sented by the Caledonia Community Players. Three performances are scheduled for Feb. 13, 14 and 15 at 6:30 pm at Raffaela’s by Pa­ gano’s. According to a press re­ lease from the CCP, “Play On!” follows the comic mis­ adventures of a community theater cast working fever­ ishly on a new play by a lo­ cal playwright, Phyllis Mon­ tague. But rehearsals aren’t going well, mainly because Phyllis keeps changing her mind. On opening night, anything that can go wrong docs and the results are hi­ larious. Rick Abbot originally wrote the play, directed by Steve Vander Ark. Sherry Crawford is producing the local show. Cast and crew members include (now fol­ low along — remember, the cast is actually playing a cast of another play): Aggie Manville, the stage manager and prompter pla>ed by Denise Vickers; Geraldine "Gerry" Dunbar, the director played by Amy Hooyer: Henry Benish, an actor playing "Lord Dudley" performed by Steve Ellens; Polly Benish, an actress playing "Lady Margaret." performed by Brenda Van­ der Ark; Marla "Smitty" Smith, an actress playing "Doris the Maid," performed by Stacey Lyzenga; Saul Watson, an actor playing "Dr. Rex Forbes - the villain," per­ formed by Paul Brouwers; Billy Carewe, an actor play­ ing "Stephen Sellers,” per­ formed by James Hillen; Violet Imbry, an actress playing "Diana Lassiter," performed by Mary Ann Hei­ nen; Louise Peary, the sound-lights-stage techni­ cian, played by Leslie Nadwodnik and Phyllis Monta­ gue, the playwright, per­ formed by Diane Lucar-El­ lens. Crew members include Technical Director lorn Kacchele, makeup by Dar lene Goode, costumes by Amy Hooyer, props by Brenda Vander Ark and Stage Manager larry I • rgu son. Tickets for the show are $28 and can be purchased at Caledonia Community Edu­ cation or by calling 8918117. Raftaela's by Pa­ gano's is located at 8256 Broadmoor SE in Caledonia near 84th Street. For more information about Play On!, the Caledo­ nia Community Players, or other CCP productions, visit their website at www.caledoniaplayers.org. In This Issue Middleville woman charged in fatal hit-and-run Cameras rolling as movie is made at Gun Lake Two units per acre without sewer debated in Caledonia Wright Stop expansion project receives approval �Page 2/The Sun and News, Middleville. M (/February 11, 2003 Deadlines near for TK Senior Parents’ fund-raising project by Patricia Johns Staff Writer Sweet treats and quilt raf­ fles are an important pari of the fund-raising efforts for the Thornapple Kellogg Senior Parents organization, which plans to sell Krispy Creme doughnuts after school Thursday. Feb. 13 and Friday, Feb. 14. Cost of the doughnuts is 50 cents each. The major fund-raising raffle is going on and parents arc needed Io sell tickets. Tickets will be sold at area businesses and volunteers also arc needed. Anyone who can help should call Tammy Stark at 795-8874. Tickets arc $5 apiece or five for $20. This year’s prizes include an overnight slay at Crystal Mountain Resort with lift tickets or golf, an overnight stay at the Sherwood Forest Bed and Breakfast in Douglas, and $100 in turkey products from Otto’s Turkey Farm. Several other smaller prizes arc available in this raffle as well. One of the prizes is a spe cial athletic jersey quilt cre­ ated by Vicki Marsh. Maybe all the graduates will sign it for the winner. The deadline for this raffle is at noon Fri­ day. Feb. 21 Winners will be selected during half-time of the varsity basketball Terry Titus. Bill Dipp. Jon Smelker. Joanne Dipp and Chris Geiger from the Freeport Historical Society hold some of the items which will be appraised during the Antique Appraisal Fair on Saturday, Feb. 22. Antique appraisal fair slated Feb. 22 Teachers Kim Chausow and Helen Jahnke hardly recognized their former fourth grade students, who are now ready to graduate. The quilts behind them were created by students and are now part of a silent auction to help fund the after graduation party. game that night. There is a special silent auction going on for parents of seniors who were in Kim Chausow’s and Helen Jahnke’s fourth grade classes. The quilts the stu­ ^ONTEMPO c9aLON Show the special person in your life how much you care. 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The meeting begins at 7 p.m. Meetings will be held on the second and fourth Mon­ days of the month as the group keeps preparing for the after graduation party. Co// 945-9554 for Sun & News ACTION-Ads. ^^TaledZni^ommunityPlayers^l Proudly present the hilarious comedy by Rick Abbot Produced by special arrangement with Samuel French Inc. by Patricia Johns Staff Writer Glen Rairigh of Sunfield will be bring his expertise to the Antique Appraisal Fair from 1 to 5 p.m. Saturday. Feb. 22, . Rairigh is with Americana Auctions. The Freeport Community Center will be filled with area residents holding items they wish to have appraised. No coins, jewelry or stamps items per person. This fee will be appraised on Feb. includes admission. All pro cceds from this fair will go The event is being spon­ to the Freeport Historical sored by the Freeport His­ Society. torical Society. The society Call Joanne Dipp at 61b has not set an admission fee 765-5413 for more informa­ but will accept donations at tion. the door from anyone who Homemade pies, brown­ just wants to come and ies, pop, coffee, and fresh* watch. home baked cookies will be Appraisals cost $5 per for sale during the event. item, with a limit of three Middleville union continues free food distribution effort UAW Local No. 1002, employees at Bradford White, is continuing its ef­ fort to feed the hungry in the Middleville area with free food distributions. The program is intended to serve families struggling to make ends meet and won­ dering where their next meal will come from. The next distribution will be held Tuesday, Feb. 11, and Tuesday. Feb. 25, at the UAW Union Hall. 295 Washington Street in Mid­ dleville, starting at 5 p m. Local 1002 President John Anderson said anyone who is at risk of going hun­ gry, anyone, who has to choose between paying for other expenses, like rent or medicine, is eligible. "Anyone who has to skip a meal to make sure their children have enough to eat,” Anderson said. “Any­ one who has to send their child to bed hungry. Hunger has many faces and this pro­ gram hopes to serve anyone who is at risk. “If you or someone you know is suffering from hun­ ger, we encourage you to at­ tend one or both of these food distributions.” The distribution is a col­ laborative effort among the Food Bank of South Central Michigan, UAW Local #1002, the Middleville United Methodist Church and the Barry County United Way. It is part of an ongoing initiative the Local #1002 and the Food Bank of SCM started in Middleville last summer. During the summer months, the Food Bank provides fresh foods at no cost, made possible by the influx of fresh food donations and funding received from the Barry County United Way and the Barry Community Foundation. After the sum­ mer months. Local #1002 made financial contributions so that the distribution could continue and the Middleville United Methodist Church has contributed food from its pantry. “Anyone interested in supporting the Middleville food distribution may make a donation to the Food Bank of South Central Michigan and designate that you’d like it to go to the Middleville food distribution,” Anderson said. The donation will be credited to that account. A secured donation can be made at the Food Bank’s website at www..foodbankofsem org or by send­ ing a check to: Food Bank of SCM, P.O. Box 408, Bat­ tle Creek, Ml, 49016 Do­ nations made to the Food Bank are eligible for a Michigan Tax Credit The Food Bank of South Central Michigan is com­ memorating its 20th anni­ versary this year. Over the past 20 years it has distrib­ uted more than 60 million pounds of food to the hun­ gry in the eight counties its serves, including Barry, Branch, Calhoun, Hillsdale. Jackson, Kalamazoo, Len­ awee and St. Joseph The Food Bank is a United Way agency, a mem­ ber of America’s Second Harvest, the nation's largest domestic hunger relief or­ ganization and the Food Bank Council of Michigan. �The Sun and News. Middleville, MVFetxuary 11. 2003/Page 3 Middleville woman charged in fatal hit-and-run A Middleville woman was arraigned Friday in 63rd Dis­ trict Court, Rockford, in connection with a fatal hitand-run traffic accident Sun­ day. Feb. 2, in Algoma Township, Kent County. Isaura Lynne Barlow. 31. was charged with failing to stop at scene of an accident where at fault, resulting in death. She was given a cash/surety bond of $15,000 and has a preliminary exam set for 9:30 a m. Friday. Feb 21. She remains in the Kent County Correctional Facility at this time The incident was reported at 8:06 a m. Sunday. Feb. 2. after a passerby observed what he thought was a body lying in the ditch along the roadway. Upon checking fur­ Middleville Rotary hears tax strategies Susan Foster and Scott McKeown gave the mem­ bers ot the Middleville Rotary Club an overview of tax strategies to help members provide for the education of their children and grandchildren. In March the club will hear about other investment strategies. J American Legion PostL Caledonia Food Events for February All events start at 5:30 p.tn. • Public Welcome February 14, 2003 Prime Rib February 28. 2003 Fish Fry 1 616-891-1882 ther. the police were called to a scene on Northland Drive, north of Indian Lakes Road in Algoma Township. Police said they believe the crash took place during the night or early morning hours. The victim was identified as Stephen Ray Ross. 43. of porting to Cedar Springs po­ lice that her vehicle may have been used without per­ mission and had been re­ turned damaged. This vehicle had windshield and headlight damage and what officers ob­ served to be blood stains. Crime scene technicians were called to check the ve­ hicle and a decision was made to impound the 1991 Plymouth Colt and have it secured as evidence. Deputies conducted a number of interviews and de­ termined the driver to be Barlow. Rockford. While deputies were still investigating the scene. Ce­ dar Springs Police Depart­ ment notified them that they had located a possible sus­ pect vehicle in their city. The registered owner from Middleville was visiting relatives there and was re- Mother of 3 killed on icy M-37 hwy. by Shelly Sulser Staff Writer Alice Marie Domback was just getting started on her new career. The 38-year-old mother of three had worked for the past six months at Pennock Hos­ pital as a scrub tech, assist­ ing surgeons and nurses dur­ ing surgeries. She was tired of commut­ ing to Hastings from Northview, north of Grand Rapids, and was looking for a house to buy in the Hast­ ings area, said Karen Brown of Miller Real Estate in Middleville. “It was a long drive for her and we’d been looking at houses,” said Brown. ‘‘I spent Saturday with her. Her kids didn’t really want to move, but they wcic willing to do it for her because she was just starting her career." Domback was driving home Tuesday on North M37 at about 4 p.m. when she lost control of her car on a section of icy road, skidded across the southbound lane and struck a southbound ve­ hicle. the Michigan State Police said in the press re­ lease. She was transported by Life EMS to Spectrum Hos­ pital where she was treated, but died exactly one hour later. The driver of the other vehide, Maynard William Flikkema, 58, of Mid­ dleville, suffered minor inju­ ries and did not seek treat­ ment. “She (Domback) was a very determined young lady,” said Pennock Director of Nursing Rose Anne Woodliff. “She had gone through the surgical tech program to position herself in a career.” Domback had worked for the hospital without pay as an intern for three months before being hired by the hospital six months ago. She was planning to con­ tinue her education to ad­ vance into the emergency room. “She was pretty much self contained.” said Woodliff. “just the sweetest person. 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Luella Dennison, survey coordinator for the county, is urging each business and residence that received the ‘ The purpose of this sur­ vey is to ensure that the county understands the broadband connectivity needs of our businesses and residents.” she said. “Your response to the survey will allow us to evaluate specific telecommunication needs to­ day and what those needs will be in the future.” The survey conducted by the county is part of the LinkMichigan initiative to encourage the deployment of broadband infrastructure Continued next page (^fairUA LOCAL CHURCH DIRECTORY ALASKA BAPTIST CHURCH A Living Church - Serving a Living Lord FIRST BAPTIST CHURCH OF MIDDLEVILLE M-37, north < >f .Middles die • ”95-9726 Bruce N. Stewart, Senior PaMor run A. Vine. AsM. Pastor Youth Douglas G. Beason. Visitation Pastor Gary Weaver, Music Minister Pastor David Stewart, CE - Children s Pastor Morning Worship ................9 30 a m Fellowship Time................................... 10 35a.m. Sunday School...................................... 10 50a.m. Evening Praise . .6 00 p.m. WEDNESDAY Family Night 6 30 p m Sunday School Sunday Morning Worship Service 7240 68U1 Street, SE - Caledonia Sunday Evening Service 2 miles east of M-37 Pastor, Dr Brian F. Harrison Youth Pastor Kevin Stiles ( 0 II I y I I H CHURCH o place to belong...a place to become (Contemporary, Casual, Non-denominational) Sunday Morning Worship ............9: JO & 11.00 a.m. Youth Ministry .............................. 891-0576 Now wetting In our new building at 117$ Broadmoor4 Rev Mu hurl Stowell, Lead Pastor Joe Cipcic. Worship leader Denns Houma, Youth Pastor Church Office 616-891-0287 Visit our web site www bnphtsido rug CALEDONIA CHRISTIAN REFORMED CHURCH Vfednesday .Mid-Week Prayer Word of Life Clubs 9:45 a.m 11:00 am. 6r00 p.m. 6:45 p m. 6:45 p m. MIDDLEVILLE CHRISTIAN REFORMED 708 W. Main Street Morning Worship Service Sunday School Evening Worship Service 10:00 a.m. 11.15 a.m. 6:00 p.m. YOU ARE INVITED Rev. Tom DeVries, Pastor - 795-9901 Rev. E. Anthony Sikora Church: (616) 795-2391 GRACE UNITED REFORMED CHURCH ew RISTIAN CHURCH 10 AM Sunday Morning Proclaiming the Whole Counsel of Cod Sunday Worship ............................ 9:30 a.m. and 6:00 p.m. (Child & Adult) (During the School Year) Services at 9:30 a m. and 6 p.m. 698-9660 9255 84th Street, Alto, Ml 49302 Owe mile east of Wfiitneyville Rd. A Church for today’s world Spirit-filled family Church. 3449 - 76th St. S.E., Caledonia CALEDONIA HOLY FAMILY CATHOLIC CHURCH Sunday School for ages 3 yr. thru 6lh grade: Sr. High. Sun. 6:30 pm Jr. High, Sun. 6:30 pm Rev P Adams Phone 891 -8440 Church Office: (616) 891-1512 M-37 at 100th St. GUN L AKE COMMUNITY CHURCH TEIje ©lb tKimc JrEletljoiJisft QEIjurcIj 12200 West M 179 Highway (Chief Noonday Road) Wayland. Ml 49.M8 • 795-7903 Meeting you. your friends, and your family - right where you're at - through: Kraft Avenue at Johnson Street Rev. Dave LeBlanc, Pastor Phone 891-9259 Saturday Evening Mass ... .5:00 p.m. Sunday Mass . .9:00 a.m. & 11:00 a.m. 5590 Whitneyville Ave., S.E. Alto, Ml 49302 Relevant Messages Dynamic Music Quality Child Care and Programs Sunday School...10:00 am. Morning Worship... 11:00 am. Evening Worship...6:00 p.m. Wednesday Prayer Meeting...7:00 p.m. Worship Hours: 900am and 10:30 a.m. Rev. Royle Ballard, Pastor Phone 868-6437 A CALEDONIA fl"UNITED METHODIST Rev Noonan Kohns • (616) 891-8167 Church Office 6164NI -8669 • Fax 891 8048 w w w catedomaunK org ALASKA CONGREGATION 8146 68th St near Whrtneyvtle Ave Church School. Sunday Lakeside M-37 between Middleville & Caledonia Sunday Worship: 8:30 a.m. Traditional 11 a.m. Contemporary 6 p.m. Praise/Bible Study CHRISTIAN REFORMED Comemporarv Worship 930a.m. Nursery & children’s activities during all services. Sunday School for Ail Ages 10:45 a m Programs for all ages Evening Worship 6.00p.m. For more information: (616) 891 -8119 Pastor Roger Rudman • Church Office D68-0391 or www.pcacechuixh.ci ww w lakcstdccummuntty org fymn Cummuutfy Cumptq frknuSiy umY Settua A Place foe Fanulv & Fneads 6201 Whuacwtlk Avenue. Aho Leighton Church Commimitv of *45 am Located in Leighton Township Corner of 2nd Street and l-*2nd Avenue SuikG. Sfcxnmg A30 a as Tradauui 1115 art Grrcraporary Praise Singing 10 50 am Sundn School for Al Apes IftOO a® Morning Worship 11 00 a m Sunday Benng Senxv F» Fnwab Ptr-scf>Ai-xh 500 pjn 630 pm Aduk Bide Mwh - «cdne$dn 6J0 pm Fellowship “30p.m Pastor EG. Frizzed Church Ph. 616-868-6810 • Pastors Ph. 616-89^-6740 Wednesday 6.00 P.M. Evening Prayer phone 795-2370 or 949-9327 Vicar - Rev. David T. Hu atwick + St Paul Lutheran Church Missouri Synod Comer of 84th St and Kraft in Caledonia 1 mile west of' Traditional Service 8.30 AM Acoustic Praise St Worship Service 1100 AM Sunday School Sr Adult Bible Study 9-4S AM Mid-Week at the Oasis - Wed. 6:30 PM Informal mid-week acoustic Praise and Worship service AU Services have a Nursery available • Barner Free Pastor Robert Gerke • Pastor David Ztehr Office Phone 891 8698 Newt Cheek out our new web site SS. CYRIL and METHODIUS CATHOLIC CHURCH THORN APPLE BIBLE CHLJRC11 Preaching the Living Word Serving The Risen Lord Sunday School .......................... 9:30 a.m. Sunday Morning Worship .10:30 a.m. (Jr. Church & Nursery available.) Currently meeting at: Emmons Lake Elementary 8950 Kraft SE Caledonia Rev. Dennis Ross Church: (616) 868-7425 UNITED METHODIST CHURCHES Middleville - Parmelee Parmelee Morning Wor/np 930 am. Middle die Mommy Worship 1100 a m. Sunday School (Adults) 9 45 a m Nursery - Grade 5 11.00 am. Grades 6-8 Sunday Evening 5 00-6 15 p m Grades 9-12 Sunday Evenmgj 6 30-8 00 p m Grades 6-12 Wednesday Everangs 600-730 pm Rev Lee Zachmati Church Office Phone - 795-9266 COMMUNITY Community Church “4 Personal Touch" Worship Services 8 30 a m and 11 00 a.m Sunday School 9 45 am Coffee Fellowship 10 30 a m (Nursery available throughout) |Tc|xcl 11:00 A.M. Holy Communion WAYFARER, 250 Vine Street (M-37 to Emmons to V inc Sunday. Feb. 16 - Jesus and His Healing Ministry Sunday Service Time* 9:15 A.M. Morning Prayer ..Holy Communion 2nd Sunday) Middleville, Ml 49333 • 945-1555 Located near the corner of M-37 and McCann 150 131st Ave . Wayland, Ml 49348 Service Times: 3/4 mile west of Patterson Rd (northuvst of Gun Luin-t Sunday School.... ............ ..,.9:45 a.m. Morning Worship................................ 11:0() a.m. Sat. Evening Mass 5:00 p.m. (thru Sept.) Evening Worship..........................................6:00p.m. Sunday Morning Mass: 9:30 a.m Youth Group:.......................... 6:00 p.m. Sunday Midweek 7:00 p.m. Wed. 792-2889 9:30 a.m. Thurs. "A Church with a caring heart for our community and the world" Rev. R. Scott Greenway. Pastor Keith Stulp, Youth Director Al Tiemeyer, Community Calling 2415 McCann Rd. (In Irving) ___________ www.StPaulCaledonia.orq__________ Middleville Good Shepherd Wesleyan Church Lutheran Church 1664 N. M-37 Highway 908 W. Main Street (Missouri Synod) Worship............................................ n:30 a m. Sunday School.......................... 11:00 a.m. Adult Bible Class.......................... 11:00 a.m. i^faU/uad Ltt TOWtfSD Guv • VODiW LV». tout Gsw (616) 891-8028 • e-mad kightor Redeemer Covenant Church —Lighting Up Lives for Cod— Sunday Worship 9:30 am Christian Education Hour 11:00 am Wednesday J Family Night 5 45-8:00 pm Pwcr Paul U Youth Pastor Ba'id Enkson 6951 Hanna Lake Avenue. Caledorua 616^M001 tedeemerMisen net w^jcdeaneranenontorg A mnubrr <jf tht tumgriud Camtwam Chmhn d Amenta CHURCH Finding the Way Together! An informal, contemporary church committed to our community. Sunday Worship is at 10:00am In Caledonia Middle School’s cafeteria. Everyone is welcome! Pastor: Rev. Josh Blunt Contact our Dutton office al (616) 65-65-WAY Check our web site: hwh . wayfgrercc.org WHITNEYVILLE Bible church 3546 WNtneyzAve at 84tn St • 891-8661 The Church where everybody is somebody... ...and Jesus is Lord" Meeting at Caledonia High School SuxJay School 930 am. xnaar Morrrg Wonhp IQ30 am Meetrg at crape, on Whtneyviie Ave Sirx»y Evening Woahp 6 00 p.m Wed ^Wweek Prayer 4 0c4e Study 700pm ’Nxna Pastor. ;ev tort Basna Assoc Pastor Weoste whfneyvSeoOe org �The Sun and News. Middleville. Ml/February 11. 2003/Page 5 Gun Lake Church plans Winterfest with comedian The day-long event in­ cludes a chili fest, rock climbing wall, bonfire with hot dogs, pony rides, hay­ rides and a nursery for chil­ dren from birth to 5 years of age during Walkoe s appear­ ance at 6 p.m. The fun begins al 2 p.m. fun indoors and out. There will be putting contests and golf tips. At 4 p.m. the chili by Patricia Johns Mf'f hrx )•:> I Staff Writer Members of the Caledonia United Methodist congregation gather around the sign at the church’s planned site. Caledonia United Methodist plans to move to new site The Caledonia United Methodist Church congrega­ tion recently erected a sign on property on Kraft Avenue, Caledonia Town­ ship, indicating it as the future site of its planned church home. After a year and a half of study, the congregation members decided that expanding on the present site with only three acres would put too great a limit on future growth of a con- gregation situated amidst a rapidly growing population. An option has been signed on a parcel adjacent to school property and the Village of Caledonia. With almost 38 acres, the church will have room for future expansion as needed, as well as many options for other ministries to the community. After a “Miracle Sunday” in-gathering, the church is well on the way toward securing the money needed to purchase the property and begin plans for the construc­ tion phase. Caledonia United Metho­ dist Church has seen steady growth over the last six years, from an average atten­ dance of approximately 90 to a current attendance of nearly 150. Anyone in the Caledonia Township area who is new to the area or is looking for a church home, is invited to attend worship at 8:30 or II a.m. Sunday. Gun Lake Community Church has planned a cele­ bration of winter for Satur­ day. Feb. 15. Nationally known come­ dian Tim Walkoe will bring his rapid fire humor the event, beeinning at 6 p.m. Walkoe was a $10,000 grand prize winner on ABCTV's “/America's Funniest People. " He has also ap­ peared at numerous military bases as part of the “Comics on Duty” tour. AA& AL-ANON MEETINGS Caledonia - 100th and M37. A A meets Tuesdays 6:30 a.m.; and Saturdays 10 a.m. Open Discussion Meeting. (Al-Anon meets Tuesday and Thursday at noon.) 9964 Cherry Valley #3, Caledo­ nia. Contact Jerry R. at 4379452. Monday, Friday, noon, 9669 Kraft Ave.. Holy Family Church. AA open meetings. Tuesday and Thursday 5:30. (TFN) Tim Walkoe From previous page throughout the state. The LinkMichigan project recog­ nizes that accessible and af­ fordable high-speed connec­ tivity services are critical to the region’s long-term vi­ ability. The deployment of high­ speed connectivity service can influence the region's economic development, giv­ ing businesses and jobs lo­ cated in these communities the telecommunication in­ frastructure required to com­ pete nationally and interna­ tionally. Those with questions about the survey may con­ tact Luella Dennison at 269945-1415 or e-mail Idenni*on(a barrycounty.org. TK High School adds 2 courses The Science Department The Curriculum Council has recommended adding approved the courses, texts human anatomy and physi- and resources for these ology, a class that wll be classes Jan. 28. The pro­ geared toward juniors and posed courses were to be seniors with a strong interest presented to the Board of in entering the science field, Education at its Feb. 10 after having completed Biol­ meeting. Textbooks will be ogy I and Chemistry. presented to the Board of The highschool is also Education for adoption at , recommending a course rea- the March 10 meeting. The - lignment requiring all jun­ textbooks will be available iors to take British Litera­ for public review at the OPEN 6 DAYS ture or college placement Thornapple Kellogg High a Week American Literature. School Library during the Evenings Always The fol.lowing textbook regular hours of operation Available proposals also are being this week. The library is lo­ HAIR DESIGNERS considered: cated in the high school at • Pre-Calculus and Dis­ 3885 Bender Road, Mid­ Now open late crete Math — The Univer­ dleville. sity of Chicago. Pre-Calcu­ MONDAY, lus and Discrete Mathemat­ ics, Prentice Hall. 1998. WEDNESDAY, • Advanced Computer THURSDAY " Application — The Dragon Naturally Speaking for the Office Professional. Karl Call today for Appointments! Barksdale and Michael Rut­ 122 E. Main St., Middleville (next to Phil's Pizza) ter. South-Western Thomson Call 795-/719 For Your Appointment! j Learning. 2001. Thornapple Kellogg High have learned the basics of School is adding two new journalistic writing andI courses to to the curriculum, other requirements of pub­ according to Patricia Koeze, lishing a school paper ini Journalism I. This will en­ assistant superintendent. The English Department able them to serve in leader­ has recommended adding ship roles on the newspaper journalism, which will be staff and to explore other ar­ for juniors and seniors who eas of media. _sfte«v leasnve Music and drama will enter­ tain all afternoon. For information about the Gun Lake Community Church Winterfest, call 7957903. The church is located al 12200 West M-l 79 High­ way. There is ample park­ ing. New Baptist Church New Baptist Church in Caledonia is Holding a Bible Study on Tuesdays at 7:00 p.m. If you are interested call 878-3175 PARENTING TEENS Building Healthy Morals & Vallies with Your Family LIVE SATELLITE SEMINAR With Jim Burns. President of Youth Builders and Bo Boshers, Willow Creek Association Thursday, February 20 7:30 - 9:00 p.m. Gun Lake Community Church 12200 \Xt-si Ml'9 Highway (I. 2 mil.- I.jM d 1 Ott) Child Care Available Free! Call 795-7903 for more information movie OUTPOST Glen Valley Retail Center M-37, 891-9303 WINTERF1EST Open Weekdays 10 am to 11 pm & midnight on Fri. & Sat. Saturday. February 15, 2:00-7:00 pm Family Fun For All Ages! ?ome<liun Tim 6:00 pm Walkoe Rock Climbing Wall •Chili Fest •Bonfire • Roast Hotdogs • Pony Rides • Music and MORE! • Hay Rides Gun Lake Community Church 12200 West M l-9 Highway, Wayland. MI 49548 1/2 nule East of Patterson) www gunbktx uiiMnuratvchurch (269) 795-7903 Sunday Worship: 9:00 and 10:30 am Children s Ministry: during second service Wednesday Worship: 6:30 pm movie outpost! • Rent One Movie or Game and | get a second rental FREE with this coupon. Offer good at Caledonia location Sunday thru Thursday Free rental of equal or lessor value. One coupon per visit. Expires 2/18 03 Product Id SunAd I Jan ideas (or y * your Valentine! g .Horie Jaroriles f Hiil Parks » �Page 6/The Sun and News. Middleville. Ml/February 11. 2003 100 Day’ fun held at McFall Zero teaches the traditional 100 Day song to Jodie Elies’ first grade class Miguel Angel Arjona helps teacher Shelley Erb hang his picture with 100 crayons. children who go to the office when they are sick. Staff Writer Challenges for kindergart­ Zero the Hero brought challenges and fun to the ners were trying to stay quiet kindergarten and first grade or holding their breath for classes at Thornapple Kel­ 100 seconds. Then they had logg McFall Elementary to estimate which would be school during “100 Day” longer, their teacher or 100 celebrations Tuesday, Feb. unifix cubes. This year's new challenge was estimat­ Kindergarten classes cele­ ing whether a sucker will brated on Wednesday, Feb. last 100 licks. 5. First grade students had to Even though there was a balance a book on their two-hour delay to start the heads for 100 seconds, then day, the traditional assembly balance on one foot for 100 with 100 exercises were held seconds,. They had to esti­ in the gym before anyone mate whether there were got to go to lunch. Zero had more or less than 100 hu­ sent challenges to all the man eyeballs, fingers, total classrooms. Students and number of vowels in their teachers worked together to combined first and last estimate write, and think names or keys on a com­ about 100s throughout the puter. Then they had to dis­ day. cover the actual number. Some teachers wore vests They had to pick five with 100 buttons or jingle good tasting foods they bells. This year Zero re­ ceived a special gift, a quilt that looked like 100 dollar bills. He is sharing it with by Patricia Johns Zero holds the special 100 Day Quilt given to him by all the classes. Caledonia Community Schools Young S’s & Kindergarten Registration Caledonia Community Schools arc taking registrations for Fall 2003 Kindergarten and Young 5’s classes beginning February 3, 2003. If your child is new to the district and will be five years old on or before Det ember 1.2003, please contact Michele or Karen at the Administration office for a packet. 891 8185 or email at zoetm(a>caledonia.kl 2.mi.us. If you currently have children in the district please contact the elemen­ tary building secretary where your children attend for a registration packet. Packets are also available at Caledonia Early Childhood Preschool and Kids Komer ^Childcare. . Local woman listed at Malone College Reach over 11,000 area homes with an ad in the Sun & News. Call 945-9554 to place your ad today. I I I mith iamond I I ___ UTII U111LI I 8980 N. RODGERS DR., CALEDONIA, Ml I S -D FREE MARKET ANALYSIS JT"” 891-2222 • MIDDLEVILLE • Just Listed! Four beautiful acres of woods and field. Extra sharp home with about 2.000 sq. ft. of finished living space. Wood burning fireplace. Gorgeous hardwood floors. Lunch bar in kitchen. Central air. 26x34' bam with lean-to and cement floor. Short drive to south Beltline. Wont last Thomapple-Nellogg School District Call John or Mary McClese 891-2222, x233. Smith-Diamond Realtors* Toll free 1-888-891-0107 I I I I I I I I Elizabeth Kelson Sharon Emerson Joan Guikema Lois Heckman Debra Lampani John McCleve Mary Kay McCleve Mark McCleve Deanna McCulfor .......... 891-2222 891-2222 ........... 891-2222 _____ 891-2222 .......... 262-8333 .......... 891-7171 .......... 891-7172 .......... 889-4558 ........... 891-2222 Ryan Ogle ..... ............ Ron Prins .— — Ron Richards —........ Jennifer Russo .... Date Vanderwoude Ted VanDuinen ......... .... Tanner Whitcomb .... Sam Wright-------Wendy Zandstra ...... 891-2222 891-2222 891-7176 891-2222 891-2222 891-2222 891-2222 891-2222 891-SOLD could eat 100 of at one time and five foods they are sure they could never eat 1(M) of at one time. The first grade teachers wrote down 100 great ideas students contributed. Zero suggested they think of 10 answers to each of these 10 questions: What are things that are round like zeros? What are 10 things that are all red? What are 10 ways to be kind? What are 10 words that mean nice? What arc 10 things that arc blue? What are 10 things that fly: What are 10 ways to help at home. Name 10 really big words. Name 10 things that make you happy, and finally Zero asked, “What are 10 ways to make a friend?” In Shelley Erb’s first grade class students created designs using 100 old and broken crayons. Gabc Schae­ fer Space wrote with his de­ sign of crayon stars. “Hi, this is me Gabc. About my I I I I I I I I I I I I I I I I I Malone College has announced the spring 2002 dean’s list. To be named to the dean’s list, one must carry a mini­ mum of 12 credit hours and receive a grade point aver­ age of 3.5 or above. Included was Jennifer Punt, daughter of Michael and Judith Punt of Middleville. She is seeking a liberal arts degree with concentra­ tion on math/science and English. She tutors two high school students in Canton, Ohio, works at the career center and enjoys going to Bible study and visiting area churches. Malone College, of Canton, Ohio, a Christian college for the arts, sciences stars, they are made of UM) crayons. They arc made of all different colo’>...” Each classroom had spe­ cial projects celebrating numbers. Zero visited all the class­ rooms to read "Wolf’s Chicken Stew" and drop off a tasty treat shaped like a zero. Students are already looking forward to Zero’s re­ turn on 110 day. Have you made your mm mm m contribution? 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Ml/February 11. 2003/Page 7 Page Elementary School honor roll announced (Second marking period) Fourth grade Jared Allen, Jason Amershek, Alyssa Armstrong. A.J. Arnett, Steven Bailey. Jaymes Batchelor, Alan Beausoleil, Sarah Beaven. Ryan Berg, Patrick Bobolts. Alexis Bolo, David Brew. Jordan Bronkcma, Rachael Bruxvoort, Zach Bryan. Ja­ cob Bultema. Jessica Burlch. Cody Butgereit. Kiley Buursma, Chase Chandler. Victoria Cble, Jessica Craw­ ford, Molly Dahlgren. Grant Davis. Kaily Denniston. No­ lan DcPcw, HayLee DcPree, Ian Drougal, Robert Enslen. Rebekah Felch. Joey Fletcher, Carl Forman, Brit­ tany Gcerligs, Brandon Giguere, Janelle Groendal, Ashley Haney, Tracy Hodges, Justin Hopkins, Ni­ cole Humphrey. Claire Jenkins, Tyler Karcher. Samantha Kilmartin, Laccy Kollar. Michelle Kopf, Alyx Lake, Matthew LeMay, Zach Lemos, Alex Lindcmuldcr. Trevor Lloyd, Joce­ lyn Lockwood, Brittany London, Terra Lydy. Ryan MacLeod, Jacob McCarty, Coley McKeough, Audrey Meads, Shawn Middlemiss, Travis Miller. Kim Miller, Taylor Monks. Daniel Montroy, Joey Morey. Spencer Nault. Brandon Nicholas. Ashley Nieder. Joey Noffke. Allyson Nye. Aine OiDonnell. Michael Page. Joey Pawioski, Eric Pitsch. Ivan Pomeroy, Josh Raterink. Matt Raymond. Justin Reeves, Danielle Reidsma. Brandon Reigler. Brieann Ricketts. Pantera Rider. Ni­ cole Sabo. Elizabeth Sabri. Dustin Schaefer. Caleb Scheidel, Isaac Schipper. Olivia Seaman. Lexi Sensiba. Taylor Sheehan. Nancy Slagter, Ian Smith. Brittany Smith. Ashley Sollingen Ja­ red Stolicker. Matthew Swart. Allen Tandy. Brianne Teesdalc, Elizabeth Teesdale, Dominic Thompson. Victoria Timmer, Taylor Tripp. Kyle VanDommelen and I-uke Van Ek. Fifth grade Tyler Agostini. Kaylee Akey, Jonathan Aki. Geof­ frey Albaugh. R.J. Bailey, Eli Bcrgsma, Travis Boersma. Tucker Boonstra. Jessica Brewer, Annie Brower. Luke Brown, Corrin Bruxvoort, Rebecca Campeau. Nikk Carmcan. Angela Ciluffo. Sarah Cronkright. Louise Curths. Trevor Dalton. Grace Dan­ iels. Matt Davidson. Alyssa DeGroot, Cassie DeHaan. Alex D DeVries. Ben Dick­ erson. T.J. Dodge. Kathleen Donewald, Kara Fassbender. Megan Foote. Joey Fox. Ja­ cob Francisco. Justin Frank. Danielle Fredenburg. Amanda French. Caroline Fuller, John Gerou. Nicole Grummet. Megan Hager, Brittany Hall. Anna Hauschild. Josh Haywood. Chris Henne. Joanna Hill­ man. Kelly Hine. Jessica Hornak. Michelle Howard, Kaley Jachim, Jeremiah Johnson, Bryan Kars. Shelby Kenyon. Kayla Kermeen. Ashley Kidder. Max Kiel. Audrey Koetsier. Cameron Kulhanek, Mi­ chelle Lenartz. Cody Lydy, Travis McKenna. Jacob My­ ers. Katie Nesbitt, Camille Nofsinger, Caitlin Nosanov, Tim Olsen. Keith Olson, Rogelio Peda. Andrea Penfield, Beau Pickard. Ken Price, Taelor Price. Sarah Roskam. Hannah Sabri. Aarika Schilz, Lydia Schol­ tens, Carrie Schultz, Nick Scobey. Donovan Scott, Ali Shaw. Jared Smendik. TAEF seeks nominations for special person of year The Thornapple Area Enrichment Foundation is seeking a nominee for a spe­ cial person to be honored at the annual Honors Banquet Sept. 18. Each year the TAEF hon­ ors a member the communi­ ty who has contributed to the betterment of the area in a special and positive manner. The past six recipients are. • 1997 - Ross Sclafani “always willing to help with the kids of our community.” • 1998 - Norma Velderman - Historical Society “history of our community.” • 1999 - Judy Sloan Rotary Club efforts in help­ ing the people of Belzie, Mcaraqua and Mevie. • 2000 Thomapple Emergency Services “Dedication of emergency Qzntuifc. Pearson-Cook service to our community.” • 2001 - Bill McKeown 50 years of local govern­ ment service. • 20002 - Ton Lehman “Giving inspiration to our students, wrestling coach of the year.” The foundation is asking for anyone in the community to submit a nominee by writ­ ing to: Thornapple Enrich­ ment Foundation, Rev. Wayne Kiel, P.O. Box 164, Middleville, MI 493330164. The nominating letter should contain: Name and biographical sketch; reason you feel this person is wor­ thy of this honor; and any other information that would highlight community activi­ ties, attitude, and behavior that contributes to this nom­ ination’s impact on the com­ munity. The deadline for the nom­ ination is March 7. Final selection to be made by the TAEF Board. The TAEF, in its efforts to improve the quality of life in the area offers a variety of scholarships to the commu­ nity members seeking to bet­ ter themselves through edu­ cation it offers grants to area groups seeking to better the quality of life in the commu­ nity and honors individuals who demonstrate a positive impact. These efforts of the TAEF are the results of donations and memorial gifts from the community. The foundation uses these contributions from all walks of life for the betterment of quality of life. Suarez, Samuel Thaler. Kathryn Tobin. Nicole Todd. Matraca Tolan. Mor­ gan VanderKolk. Matt Van- Christopher Smith. Carrie Sneller. Hannah Stark. Josh Steensma. Tyler Stover. Wesley Stowe. Adriana Dongen. Jessica VanRhee. Kelsey Weidmann. Matt Williamson. Rachel Young. Kyle Zahl and Steve Zatzke. SERVING OUR COUNTRY Benjamin Van Ek Alto’s Benjamin J. Van Ek is serving his country as pan of the 3rd Battalion. 3rd Marine Regiment stationed in Okinawa. Japan. The Marines have suc­ cessfully completed their training in the Republic of Korea and are now training at Camp Fuji in Japan. Marine Pfc. Van Ek, the 20-year-old son of Edwin and Judy Van ek of Alto, is an automatic rifleman for his battalion. “I carry extra ammo and barrels for the automatic rifles,” said Van Ek, a 2001 graduate of South Christian High School. Van Ek is a part of Lima Company, which has de­ tached from the battalion in support of Landing Force Cooperation Afloat Readi­ ness and Training (LF CARAT) exercise in the Western Pacific. This multi­ national training exercise has given him a chance to learn many new things. “I have learned a great deal of self discipline and leadership skills that will also be very useful in the civilian world,” said Van Ek, a one-year Marine Corps veteran. Though Van Ek has gone through substantial training with his company, he has still found time to enjoy himself. “I have enjoyed going places and doing things that most people can’t even dream.” he said. Van Ek and his company still have a lot of work ahead of them, which will ensure they are ready to respond to the call of duty. Shalena M. Tate Shalena M. Tate has gradu­ ated from basic military train­ ing at Lackland Air Force Base. San Antonio. Texas. 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Middleville, Ml/February 11. 2003 First Southbelt Industrial Park building’s site plan approved to waive the requirement. by Ruth Zachary The tenant could go to the Staff Writer Approval for a prelimi­ Zoning Board of Appeals, nary site plan for the first however, to request fewer building in the Southbelt In­ spaces. The architectural charac­ dustrial Park was given by the Caledonia Planning ter was discussed, as the first building in an industrial Commission Feb. 3. Rob Bcrcnds brought the park would set the tone for buildings to follow. Com­ request for First Companies. Parcel No. I is located missioner Wally Bujak south of 68th Street between asked for details which Patterson and Kraft Ave­ would improve the plannednues. The application origi­ for flat surface of the front nally indicated the site face of the building, which would be 84,000 square feet, would be visible from 68th Street. but Bcrcnds' version said 80,000. Planning Commission The prospective tenant of Chairman Archie Warner the building, to serve mainly said he would prefer ma­ as a warehouse, proposed 61 sonry to metal on the front, parking slots, more limited and would like more land­ than the ordinance would scaping details than shown normally require, at 110 on the plan. spots. Fifty-five spaces Zylstra said the current would be located in front of ordinance only specified the building, with six more materials not different than by the truck bays. Room other uses in the develop­ would have remained for ex­ ment. but since this was the pansion of the building from first structure, this building 44,942 square feet by an ad­ could set the stage for future ditional 43.000 square feet development. at some future point. The fi­ A particular style of wall nal build out plan would cre­ planned on the site plan was ate 184 spaces. Bcrcnds said not currently specified in the there was space in the front ordinance. The drawings for more parking by removal were lacking in exact di­ of a berm Io be placed there mensions, another problem. in the first phase The ordinance does spec­ Commissioner Ric Parent ify truck loading bays at said he did not want Io make nine feet wide and 35 feet concessions on the parking. long, which commissioners Planner Dave Zylstra said asked for as a condition for the Planning Commission final site plan approval. The docs not have the authority applicant was asking for spaces of 10 feet wide and 20 feet long. Some provision for a fire access drive around the back of the building was re­ quested. Commissioners continued final revisions on the Gen­ eral Provisions Chapter of the Zoning Ordinance. Com­ missioner Parent voiced ob­ jection to the details pertain­ ing to recreational vehicle restrictions in the ordinance. The Site Condominium section was also defined more completely. Site condo requests must meet the re­ quirements of the State Con­ dominium Act. It is too bad that these smiles don’t fit in the Valentine box. They would surely give veterans a lift. More than 400 Valentines were sent on to the Battle Creek Veteran’s Hospital for distribution this year. Middleville seniors' group will meet The monthly senior citi­ zen group will meet from 1 to 3 p.m. Monday. Feb. 17, in the Thornapple Kellogg Learning Center community room. There is still room in John Henderson’s one night class on Feb. 18 for those interested in learning more about buying foreclosed homes at auction. This class will be taught in room 303 at the high school. The fee is $15. Char Evans asks that anyone in­ terested in taking this class pre-register by Wednesday, Feb. 12. aty 4 p.m. by call­ ing 795-3397. Raeven Eitel and Danny Rademacher in Sara Scholtens second grade class at Lee Elementary School are proud of the Valentines they created which will be dis­ tributed to veterans in the area this year. 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Principal Jerry Mueller and the staff are happy that students took this project so seriously. The overflowing box of Valentines includes hearts, lots of reds and pinks and heartfelt sentiments. More hearts will be jump­ ing at Lee on Friday, Feb. 14 as the school participates in its annqal “Jump Rope for Heart” event. Students have been very successful in raising money for the Heart Association, but they also have lots of fun jumping to music or even having a little extra time to read when they are not jumping. The Lee gym is filled with hearts and smiles on Feb. 14, even before the Valentines parties begin. FOR SALE: 1990 Skyline Mobile Home. 14 x 70, 2 or 3 bedrooms, one bath, located in Cider Mill Village, Middleville, MI Includes carport with shed, steps, skirt­ ing, central air and all major appliances (stove, refrig., dishwasher, washer and dryer). Asking $15,000 to finance 4-6 years with 10*X down payment or cash out for $13,500 Call Delton number (269) 623 6999 for appointment MtCMICAM NtWSMMltS. INC. TM mrwong •Mm* of Ow MKtugan IVom AmqcmOOA Public Notices in Newspapers. mji yi £ Your Right to Know, Delivered Right to Your Door. MtoocAM mocuncw �The Sun and News. Middleville. Ml/February 11, 2003/Page 9 Ordinances, continued from page 1 township, to all citizens. I ing. She said she had seen don’t have a problem with many classy signs of that de­ scription in other areas with it." Bravata acknowledged spotlighting. She said the or­ previous conflicts over the dinance potentially forced the local small business per­ sign ordinance in past years. He said he had asked the son to have internally illu­ commission if it had applied minated signs, which are the ordinance to existing very expensive. The safety concerns over signs, as to the reduction of size and the specifications lighting causing hazards to for illumination. He had drivers was mentioned by been told the specs would be Harrison. It was explained by Buunderstood by a sign con­ tractor, but when he phoned jak. the language in the sign a local sign company owner, specifications had been he did not know what the drafted by the zoning con­ language in the ordinance sultant. Ken Dettloff one of the reasons the consultant meant. He said he wanted the or­ had been hired. It was an dinance to apply practical area in which the planning situations and to ensure the commissioners also lacked zoning administrator was understanding. Robertson said he didn't adequately trained for en­ understand a lot of building forcement. His last point was that codes, but believed they non-commcrcial temporary were there for a reason, and portable sign use should be the problem was in "our un­ allowed, so someone could derstanding. and not in the wheel in a sign that said, for ordinance." Harrison said temporary example. "Lordy Lordy, signs for special events, ban­ Gordie's forty." Bravata pointed out that ners and flags, etc., are per­ portable and temporary mitted with conditions and a signs arc not the same thing, seven-day limit, and said he and portable signs arc en­ thought they were enforce­ able. tirely banned. Bujak agreed enforcement Another major change was that no new billboards was sometimes used as a weapon, but he was also would be allowed anywhere there to defend the legal in the township. Clerk Pat Snyder also rights of all citizens, and supported the need for the terms were a tool to support portable sign option. This enforcement in the best in­ was discussed and Planner terest of the township. Robertson said the solu­ Dave Zylstra said the board could ask the Planning tion to poor enforcement is Commission for an amend­ not to weaken or eliminate ment to allow temporary the ordinance, but to im­ non-commcrcial portable prove the enforcement. However, it should be un­ signs for seven days. Township Supervisor derstood the township can­ Bryan Harrison agreed that not enforce 100 percent of individuals should not be the time. Trustee Stauffer said a singled out for enforcement, but when complaints indi­ survey had indicated a lot of cating ordinance violations township residents support are made, the township has a strong sign regulation. The board asked the com­ responsibility to respond. He said the new standards mission to send the sign sec­ would not apply to estab­ tion back to them in 30 days. lished signs until they were The board can then approve or amend the sign ordinance being replaced. Harrison said he thought a to their liking. They asked professional sign contractor commissioners to take up: 1. Reduction in the size of should usually know what signs. the standards meant. 2. Reduced sign area for Bravata said. "I'm not here to vote for things 1 lettering. 3. Lighting terminology, don't understand." Treasurer Jill Cardwell and issues regarding en­ questioned language refer­ forcement. 4. Allowance of non-comring to downward directed lighting and bulbs not show ­ mercial temporary signs for • Approved the purchase "We don't want to spend chie Warner, in the audi­ seven days. 5. Stipulations on external ence. explained alternatives of a Canon copier for $3,885 three dollars to get one which didn't cost an arm and with an additional monthly back." the supervisor said. lighting of signs. • Approved the lowest of The ordinance section a leg were offered. The in­ service contract. If leased dealing with the Broadmoor tention was to establish a and serviced, the equipment three bids for a concrete slab would cost the same over 36 in front of the Township Overlay District was ap­ standard of quality. "We are not trying to months, at $8,280. but the Hall made by Jack Limproved by a 5-2 vote, with Bravata and Cardwell op­ regulate existing buildings." township would own the bacher in the amount of machine if purchased. The $1,100. Local companies are he said. posed. Stauffer supported the township already owns an contacted, who can bid on The overlay district essen­ tially is a strip that applies to change, and said he wanted old copy machine, which is such work. Harrison said a M-37 on each side. Zoning to encourage bringing up usable, though no longer re­ walkway between the hall and the fire station was within it must meet certain some of these areas up to a liable. • Agreed to strike delin­ needed. Obtaining a separate standards described in the higher standard. quent personal property Harrison read from the or­ bid for this cement work ordinance. Discussion centered on dinance. mentioning such taxes from 1992 through was approved. Work will 1997 from businesses that materials as masonry, wood, not be started until spring. the increased distance from Exact details of the work 150 to 200 feet asked for be­ textured concrete, glass and have been out of the town­ tween driveways, and up­ prefab steel panels for ac­ ship for a long time. The to be done is needed. Bra­ graded standards for materi­ cent. He voiced the opinion township portion was for vata said. He also said con­ als of structures in the com­ that the wording included $924 plus $160 collection tractors also should supply mercial buildings in the dis­ flexibility. He said on the fees. Other governmental copies of their license and other hand some standard units affected, the schools, insurance coverage. trict. • Agreed to have im­ Bravata said the MDOT was needed, and no one library and the county also had jurisdiction over curb wanted a pole barn with a must agree to strike the provements done to the taxes to go into effect. walls and doors within the facade, which could look cuts. Steps taken before a bill is southwest section of the The planning commis­ like "a pig with makeup." sioners brought the distance Other ordinances ap­ so far overdue were ex­ township office at a cost of into agreement with state re­ proved included Open Space plained by Cardwell. The $9,868. to be done by JH quirements. but also would Preservation, Home Occupa­ party is billed. By March 1 Weaver and Sons, who pro­ like to encourage adjoining tions. Non-conforming Use the bill is delinquent. No­ vided the low bid of three. businesses to share drives Provisions, Planned Unit tices are sent monthly and Four offices. including those onto the highway if possible. Developments. Home Based phone calls are made. Audi­ of the planner, administra­ They would like some input Businesses. Parking Loading tors advised not spending tive assistant and the zoning into the placement of drives and Access Management. the time to try to collect administrator, would be in­ before owners go to the Private Street Regulations. some of last year's bills. volved. A privacy issue for MDOT. so curb cuts could Sexually Oriented Busi­ Most are those left by peo­ some applicants is one rea­ be 200 feet apart w here pos­ nesses and Flood Plain Dis­ ple in the Country Meadows son. The walls also would offer a quieter working envi­ Mobile Home district. tricts. sible. The township could hire a ronment. Harrison said. A gravel mining (PMR) Where property widths •Noted that selling ordinance received the first collection agency, but as are less than 200 feet, those reading Feb. 5, and the sec­ Harrison said, these are a Alaska Hall may come up parcels would still be ond reading will occur Feb. number of small bills, and soon at a future meeting. granted an exception to the 19. If approved, it will be ef­ may not be large enough to This has been a hotly de­ asked for distance. I.i any warrant expensive measures bated issue in the past. fective by March 4. case, owners must be al­ Harrison said he wanted to collect them. lowed access to their prop­ to offer a meeting with PMR erty. operators to ask them to Bravata said the criteria look over the ordinance and for building materials were comment on it. He said the as high as for the Highway reason for the seemingly Commercial district near MThe next meeting of the the display will change to 6. The ordinance would re­ preferential treatment, was he wanted to have a work­ Thornapple Historical Soci­ examples of crocheting. quire the same architectural able ordinance, and if spe­ ety will be at 7 p.m. Thurs­ standards on new buildings The group is beginning to cifically notified, operators day. Feb. 13, in the Carveth work on ideas for Heritage as in the HC zone, he said, Days in September. Anyone using brick, stone and other could not later plead igno­ Village Community Room. rance of the rules they During February the dis­ interested in learning more expensive exterior materials. would be expected to oper ­ play’case at the Hastings about the history of the area He said he wanted to re­ ate under. City Bank in Middleville is welcome to attend this quire these materials only on In other business last will house a display of alu­ meeting. the building fronts, or at least only on the surfaces Wednesday night, the board: minum ware and in March seen from the street, or they would be "hugely expensive. Where the sides and backs are not visible," these re­ quirements are not practical or reasonable, he said. Robertson said he was not For August 2003 sure he wanted to see a side­ ways pole barn with a ma­ sonry front, or even a com­ McFall Elementary mercial cement block build­ ing. If your child will be in kindergarten in Thomapple Kellogg School Planning Chairman Ar­ District for the 2003-2004 school year, please cal! McFall Elementary (269-795-3637) to pre-register. Your child must be five years old before Dec. 1st to enter school in August. Thornapple Historical Society meets Feb. 13 Kindergarten Enrollment Thornapple Kellogg School District Each child, according to Michigan law, must have the following items in the school office before they can start school: copy of certified birth certificate, copy of completed immunization, vision test results, and hearing test results. Parents are asked to check their child’s immunization record carefully. Immunizations can be updated for school age children anytime after their 4th birthday. If you have questions on required immunizations call the local health dept, or your doctor.. The Barry Eaton District Health Dept, offers FREE immunization clinics each week You can contact their office for more information, 269-945-9516. Because all new students are required to have their vision and hearing checked, we have scheduled the week of May 12-16 for the Barry Eaton District Health Dept. Vision/Heanng Technician to be at McFall for screenings. If you wish to use this FREE service, call McFall Elementary to schedule an appointment. More information will be mailed to parents in early ApnI. Questions regarding enrollment may be directed to Mrs. Potter at McFall Elementary. 269-795-3637 (8:00 am to 4:00 pm) I �Page 10/The Sun and News, MiddleviHe, Ml/Fetxuary 11. zuuj Cameras rolling as movie is made at Gun Lake Keeping the microphone out of the shot will be Eric Hannapel's job once Jeff Patterson sets the level as Brian Vander Ark looks on. a snowstorm, then make sure the restaurant was at its messy best for a scene where the characters played by Vander Ark and Patterson discuss their next moves. The restaurant was abuzz with activity on the snowy morning as the camera was put in position to catch a waitress and a too tall sand­ wich, and finally get to when the two young men sat waiting for their order. Patterson and Vander Ark want to be true to the west Michigan area but they also want their movie to be funny. They are filming the trailer of their movie as they hope to get some financial backing. Vander Ark says, “right now it is movie by credit card.” Vander Ark is the lead singer of the alternative band Verve Pipe. He grew up at Barlow Lake and has some other movie experience. He and Patterson are making a movie that shows that sometimes coming of age happens after life experi­ ences, not just when you are a teenager. Kebbie Brush, owner of The Bib, was one of the ex­ tras in the scene which was filmed on Feb. 5. Also helping out was Eric Hannapel on sound. The movie makers don’t know when “Lake Effect” ____ will be coming out but vow to keep the community in­ volved in this project. By the way, some of Van­ der Ark’s singing will be in­ cluded on the soundtrack of the movie. It's not “Escanaba in da Moonlight," but The Bib in “Lake Effect." 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Mom’s quilts were the prettiest in her quilting circle, but now she isn’t interested in talking to anyone about the quilts that she spent so much time on. We at Woodlawn Meadows offer a delightful alternative to nursing homes with our quality assisted living facility that provides specialized alzheimer’y'dementia care. • 24 Hour Compassionate Care • Respite Care • Emergency Call System • Dementia Care • Individual Personal Assistance • Barber & Beauty Shop • Podiatric Care • Complete Laundry & Housekeeping • Activity Programming • Wheelchair Accessibility • Medication Management Y our Smile The First Thing People See! 1821 N. East St. Hastings An Assisted Living & Specialized Memory Care Community 269-948-4921 �The Sun and News. MiddleviHe. Ml/Fetxuary 11. 2003/Page 11 Heritage Days committee meets tonight The Heritage Days com­ mittee knows from experi­ ence that getting ready now makes the September event easier and more fun. Chery l Peters invites any one interested in learning more about this annual event to attend the meeting tonight (Tuesday. Feb. 11) at 7 p.m. at Carveth Village. “We still have some com­ mittee positions open and we also need volunteers.' Peters says. For more information call 795-4972. JB HARRISON INSURANCE AGENCY COMPETITIVE HOME RATES ■ Sia« w Hastings Mutual Insurance Company Hasmp. Mxtupn wwwJujungjmuanlcom Daniel Urich Judy Harrison T Y Extras need to know what to do, too. Here. Jeff Pat­ terson tells them not to make any noise, but to pretend to be talking. 868-0050 6090 Alden Nash, Alto •* 7T W 2nd Annual BARRY HOME SHOVE Barry Expo Center On M-37 Between Middleville & Hastings February 21-23, 2003 Friday 10-9; Saturday 10-9 & Sunday 10-5 The Home Show Event of the Year! 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Commissioner Don Koopmans said it appeared Planner Dave Zylstra's sug­ gestions advocated doubling the density in most zoning categories. In some develop­ ments or zones, a half acre minimum was proposed, even where no sewer is pro­ vided, and near the end of discussion, it appeared this minimum might still be al­ lowed. Zylstra reasoned the mini­ mum lot size for each zon­ ing category needed to be different, and with a twoacre minimum in Ag and RP. it was logical to have a low density zoning mini­ mum of one acre. Koopmans stressed the original minimum lot size in aicas without water and sewer had been set at two acres because that is the usual amount of space needed Io support septic sys­ tems into the future. He said he would con­ tinue Io defend the two-acre minimum size because that v.m what tfk itsuk tus had asked for in the master plan­ ning process, and that even two acres was a compromise downward from what had been originally proposed at a 10-acre minimum lot size in the ag and RR zones. He said he did not want to go back on years of work, based on surveys of resi­ dents and public comments from the community, and in­ cluding compromises with developers. During the master plan­ ning process, some zones had been changed from the rural residential (RRjcategory to R-l or low density, including portions along the river, because many small lots already pre-existed. Low density could be de­ fined as one acre or less, if not otherwise defined or ac­ tually increased in the zon­ ing ordinance. The category previously defined as agricultural (ag) was also changed roughly to the rural preservation (RP) zone. Commissioner Wally Bujak said he did not want to see smaller than one acre lots along the river. Koopmans said he thought older home owners wouid be protected. But a problem for people who had once built in a zone with fewer restrictions could in the future face having their homes classed as a non-conforming structure if PUBLIC HEARING The Village of Middleville will hold a public hearing on Tuesday, February 25, 2003, at 7:00 p.m. in the Village Hall located at 100 East Main Street, Middleville. Michigan, to gath­ er comments on a proposed special assessment of lots #3. #4, #5, #6. #7. #8, #9, #10 and #11 of Assessor's Plat No 1 of Middleville, Barry County. Michigan. This proposed special assessment of $50,000 is necessary to defray 16% of the total cost of public improvements made in the area. Plans and specifications for this project can be reviewed at the Village Hall located at the above address during the hours of 9 a m and 5 p.m., Monday through Friday. Appearance and protest at the hearing is required in order to appeal the amount to the state tax tribunal. Protest may also be submitted in writing to the above address. the minimum lot size was larger than their home site. Zylstra explained they would only be able to add on to a non-conforming structure with permission from the ZBA. It was pointed out that all zoning changes affect some people who built structures prior to the current provisions, but if improvements in future zon­ ing are to be achieved, deal­ ing with changed definitions is part of the process. A problem of small lot size on pre-existing lots, as related to septic systems may have been overlooked in the master planning proc­ ess. Koopmans said by the time the driveways, and set­ backs are established on one acre lots, there is scarcely enough room a septic sys­ tem. and when septics fail, he was afraid the homeown­ ers and the township would have to deal with it. Commissioner Ric Parent agreed, and said that from a health standpoint, in view of the number of septic system failures seen, he favored do­ ing things the right way for the future, and to make the zoning fit those standards. He said he did not want to allow less than one acre per residential unit where there was no sewer. Parent works in insurance where he sees cases where private systems fail. "We see these failures, where people try to rectify the situation through insurance, which does not apply." Chairman Archie Warner said it seemed commission­ ers thought two acres were needed in rural areas, but one acre would be accept­ able in low density zones if there was sewer. The Health Department would offer another layer of authority which could pre­ vent such densities in areas where the site is not be­ lieved to be able to support a lasting septic system. Zylstra urged the commis­ sion to deal with inconsis­ CHARTER TOWNSHIP OF CALEDONIA COUNTY OF KENT, MICHIGAN PUBLIC NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that on March 3 2003. at 7 00 p.m.. the Ptanang Commission of the Charter Township of Caledonia will hold a public hearing at the Caledonia Township and Village Ha#. 250 South Maple Street. Caledonia Michigan on the application of Davenport University for the rezoang of lands from the A Agncuttural Dtstncl to the HC Highway Commercial District Such lands are located on the westerly side of Kraft Avenue south of 60th Street and are legally described as follows That part of the Northeast fractional 1/4 of Section 6. Town 5 North. Range 10 West, described as commencing at the Northeast comer of sad Section 6 thence SOOO8"24'E 940.70 feet along the East line of said NE 1/4 to the point of beginning thence S00*0824’E 1589.29 feet along said East line to the East 1/4 comer of said Section 6. thence N89 05 52*W 1317 59 feet along the South hne of sad NE 1/4, thence N000900"W 118932 feet along the West line of the East 1/2 of sad NE 1 4 thence N67c05’43*E 341 92 feet, thence N76H*38’E 1031 50 feet to the pant of beginning Caieooaa Township Kent County Mctagan AH interested persons may attend the pubtec heanng and be heard with regard to toe request­ ed rezonmg Written comments may be submitted to toe TownsOp office at toe above-stated address up to the time of toe pubtec hearing. Dated February 7. 2003 PLANNING COMMISSION OF THE CHARTER TOWNSHIP OF CALEDONIA 3W tencies between the master plan and the zoning ordi­ nance language. He said the tow nship has authority to re­ zone property to make it consistent with the master plan. In some cases, minimum lot size for a particular cate­ gory is defined as 40.000 square feet, and in others as one acre. Actually, one acre is actually 43,560 square feet. Two acres would be double that, and in more dense zones, it would be half that at 21.780 square feet or one half acre. Com­ missioners decided to use the terminology of acres rather than square feet, which would slightly in­ crease the minimum lot size. The number of units per acre determines the density for that zone. Maximum densities or minimum lot sizes related to number of housing units were discussed. Zoning classes. R-l, R-2 and R-3. each will have a separate zoning density for sewered properties and those with­ out. The commissioners ended the discussion in favor of al­ lowing no more than two units per acre in R-2 or R-3 zones, where there was no sewer. This density is four times the two-acre minimum Koopmans wanted to main­ tain. "I’m afraid of a potential disaster when the township has to bring in sewer and water." he said. Planner Zylstra agreed he favored "marginally increas­ ing" the density for zones defined as high density, multi-family residential housing to eight units per acre. He said nice town­ houses could achieve that density. He said the term high density multi-family as applied to manufactured housing was also confusing, and there are only a few ar­ eas where multi-family units exist. There are some multi­ family homes zoned in R-3 on M-37 and some on Whilneyville Avenue. There is a higher density allowed in the manufactured home dis­ trict and a greater density than usual at the Campau Lake mobile home park. Some commissioners wanted to hold the line at 6.2 units per acre. It was pointed out that Jim Brown, the township attorney, had said he thought the 6.2 maximum density in the most intense residential housing zones could be de­ fended in case of litigation. No final decisions were made. Additional discussion will take place prior to rec­ ommendation of the chapter to the Township Board. From Our Readers Local Citizens Speak Out On Issues Storage rules too cumbersome To the editor: The Caledonia Township Board has almost completed their revisions of zoning or­ dinances. Is anyone aware that their revisions include a plan to reduce the use of property on which we pay the taxes? Their plans will require us to park our camper, boat or other recreational vehicle only in our driveway, block­ ing our garage. No longer will we be allowed to park them where it makes the most sense and is most prac­ tical and out of the way for us. Beside the garage or out behind the house will now be against the law, basically, and we may be required to pay a fine along with having to find and pay a storage fa­ cility to keep our stuff for us. So much for having the convenience of all your stuff in one place! Of course if you haven’t been hit too hard by the re­ cent difficult economic times, you could a build an accessory building on your property, and charge others for the privilege of parking their RVs in it as well. Oops! I now recall that they aren’t going to allow struc­ tures just for storage, either. Sorry’ (Good thing Mr. Bujack got his additional stor­ age building approved last month.) However the building it­ self and taxes on it would have likely cost more than a storage fee anyway. It seems that when our country is facing the possi­ bility of war and terrorism is a constant concern, we shouldn’t have to worry about being victims of our local government as well. Our personal freedoms arc being eroded daily by peo­ ple we should be able to trust. 1 can understand ordi­ nances that protect us or are for the common good of the people. But what harm is an RV on your own property? It seems that our township board has become way too zealous over things that don’t even matter, but will cause a hardship to many. Wake up Caledonia! If you let them get away with this restriction, what will be next? Monday. Feb. 17, at 7 p.m. at the Caledonia Town­ ship Hall will likely be your last chance defend your rights on this issue. Be there Sharon Hast, Caledonia Township Call 945-9554 for Sun & News ACTION-Ads. Freedom To How You Bank! �The Sun and News. Middleville. Ml/Febnjary 11, 2003/Page 13 CALEDONIA TWP. BOARD Regular Meeting CALEDONIA TOWNSHIP BOARD February 5, 2003 Present Harrison, Snyder, Cardwell. Bravata. Bujak. Rob­ ertson. and Stauffer Absent: None Also Present Pianner/Manager Zylstra. UA Pierson, Deputy Clerk Palmer, and several citi­ zens Supervisor Harrison called the regular Caledonia Township meeting to order at 7:00 p.m. Supervisor Harrison led the Pledge and Invocation CONSIDERATION OF THE AGENDA: Moved Snyder, sec­ ond Harrison to remove item lOC-Cemetery Program Ayes All MOTION CARRIED. Moved Bravata, second Harrison to remove item 10B- Resolution to adopt NFPA Standard 1582 for Medical Requirements for Fire Fighters Ayes AIL MOTION CARRIED. PUBLIC COMMENT: None CONSENT AGENDA: Moved Stauffer, second Snyder to approve the consent agenda as wntten INQUIRY OF CONFLICT OF INTEREST: None REPORT FROM BOARD OF­ FICERS AND STAFF: Bujak dis­ cussed the Zoning Ordinances and the amount of time the pro­ fessionals and the Planning Commission has spent on these ordinances and he hopes the Board will support them He also discussed the safety concerns along the M-37 corridor. CORRESPONDENCE: None OPEN SPACE PRESERVA­ TION - 2ND READING: Moved Snyder, second Stauffer to adopt an ordinance to amend the Zoning Ordinance of the Charter Township of Caledonia - Open space preservation Roll call vote Ayes All MOTION CAR­ RIED. HOME OCCUPATIONS 2ND READING: Moved Stauf­ fer, second Snyder to adopt an ordinance to amend the Zoning Ordinance of the Charter Township of Caledonia - Home Occupations. Roll call vote. Ayes All MOTION CARRIED. SIGN PROVISIONS - 2ND READING: Moved Stauffer, sec­ ond Harrison to adopt an ordi­ nance to amend the Zoning Ordinance of the Charter Township of Caledonia - Sign Provisions. Bravata discussed his concerns with verbiage and enforcement Harrison respond­ ed Cardwell discussed her con­ cerns with the ordinance Discussion was held Moved Stauffer, second Snyder to send the sign ordinance back to the Planning Commission for review of the following, reduced size, reduced area lighting enforce­ ment, portable signs and inter­ nal illuminatxx-. Ayes Ham son. Snyder. Cardwell. Bravata. Robertson and Stauffer Nay Bujak MOTION CARRIED. NONCONFORMING USE PROVISIONS - 2ND READING: Moved Cardwell. second Stauffer to adopt an ordinance to amend the Zoning Ordinance of the Charter Township of Caledonia - Nonconforming Use Provisions Ron caH vote Ayes All MOTION CARRIED. PLANNED UNIT DEVELOP­ MENT DISTRICT - 2ND READ­ ING: Moved Snyder, second Cardwell to adopt an ordinance to amend tne Zoning Ordinance of the Charter Township of Caledonia - Planned Unit Development District. Roll call vote Ayes All MOTION CAR­ RIED. HOME BASED BUSINESS­ ES - 2ND READING: Moved Snyder, second Stauffer to adopt an ordinance to amend the Zoning Ordinance of the Charter Township of Caledonia - Home Based Business Roll call vote Ayes All MOTION CARRIED. PARKING LOADING & ACCESS MANAGEMENT 2ND READING: Moved Snyder, second Bujak to adopt an ordi­ nance to amend the Zoning Ordinance of the Charter Township of Caledonia Parking Loading & Access Management Roll call vote Ayes All MOTION CARRIED. BROADMOOR/CHERRY VALLEY OVERLAY - 2ND READING: Moved Bujak, sec ond Harrison to adopt an ordi­ nance to amend the Zoning Ordinance of the Charter Township of Caledonia Broadmoor/Cherry Valley Overlay. Bravata discussed his concerns. Discussion was held. Roll call vote. Ayes: Harrison, Snyder, Bujak, Robertson and Stauffer. Nay: Cardwell and Bravata. MOTION CARRIED. PRIVATE STREET REGULA­ TIONS - 2ND READING: Moved Stauffer, second Snyder to adopt an ordinance to amend the Zoning Ordinance of the Charter Medical Transcriptionist? If you are interested in training at home to become a medical transcriptionist, you are invited to attend a free informational session at LeamTranscription. com, a licensed, online, state-of-the-art medical transcription school. Session Date is: H Tuesday. February 18th at 6:30 PM at 118 East Superior in Wayland. Ml Please RSVP to Betsv Curran 1-866-LEARN-86, exL109 for the above session and for directions. Townstxp of Caledonia - Private Street Regulations Roll call vote Ayes AU MOTION CAR­ RIED. SEXUALLY ORIENTED BUSINESSES - 2ND READ­ ING: Moved Snyder second Stauffer to adopt an ordinance to amend the Zoning Ordinance of the Charter Township of Caledonia - Sexually Oriented Business RoU call vote. Ayes All MOTION CARRIED. FLOOD PLAIN DISTRICT 2ND READING. Moved Snyder, second Stauffer to adopt an ordi­ nance to amend the Zoning Ordinance of the Charter town­ ship of Caledonia - Flood Plain District. RoU call vote. Ayes: Ail. MOTION CARRIED. COPIER: Moved Bravata second Cardwell to approve the purchase of a copy machine in the amount erf $8385 00. Ayes: All MOTION CARRIED. STRIKING OF PERSONAL PROPERTY TAXES: Moved Snyder second Bravata to stnke delinquent personal property tax Roll call vote Ayes: All. MOTION CARRIED. APPROVAL OF BID TO REPLACE CONCRETE AT TOWNSHIP HALL: Moved Cardwell, second Harrison to accept the bid from Jack Limbacher in the amount of $1100.00 Ayes: Harrison, Cardwell. Bravata. Bujak, and Robertson Nay Snyder and Stauffer MOTION CARRIED. APPROVAL OF BID FOR OFFICE REMODELING AT TOWNSHIP HALL: Moved Bravata. second Harrison to approve the bid of $9o68 00 by Weaver and Sons. Ayes: Harrison. Bravata. Bujak, and Robertson Nay: Snyder, Cardwell, and Stauffer MOTION CARRIED. BOARD COMMENTS: Bujak thanked the Board for the sup­ port received m regards to the Zoning Ordinance. Bravata thanked Tom Apol for taping the meeting, the Planning Commis­ sion for their hard work, and commented regarding the Alaska Hall Harrison discussed the 1st read of the PM R ordi­ nance and holding a work ses­ sion. Robertson discussed the meetings and the work session. PUBLIC COMMENT (EXTENDED): Dick Crissman discussed the Alaska Hall and signs. Ed Fischer discussed the Alaska Hall and the PMR ordi­ nance. ADJOURNMENT: Moved Cardwell, second Snyder to adjourn Ayes: All. MOTION CARRIED. (309) Coll M-9554 anytime to pkee youi Sun Hews ACT10N-Ad & teach over lljOOO area homes! L earn Transcrip bone om PROFESSIONAL SHOPPING SERVICES, INC. MYSTERY SHOPPER Full-time position available. Must have excellent language and writing skills, cash register experience. Must be flexible with full days and hours. Fully supervised. Overnights required. No phone calls, please. Send resume with handwritten paragraph detailing most recent job duties. Wright Stop expansion proposal wins approval by Patricia Johns Staff Writer Joanne Wright moved back to Middleville to take over the former Nesbitt's Market on Grand Rapids Street less than two years ago. Now her lunchtime busi­ ness is so good that expan­ sion plans, including the re­ placement of the building, are in the works. Dave Dykstra explained how the expansion into a cafeteria-style restaurant with a sit down area will be “real nice for a lot of years." He requested rezoning a lot he purchased at 611 Grand Rap­ ids St. to the same Planned Unit Development designa­ tion as the current Wright Stop property. After looking at the op­ tions the commission ap­ proved the rezoning request and passed on their recom­ mendation to the full village council. If the Village Council ap­ proves the combined PUD, the ranch home on the prop­ erty will stay, but the other buildings will be removed. Then the new restaurant will be built. Once that is com­ pleted, the Wright Stop building will be razed to provide more parking. The parcel includes an casement for water and sewer service. No building could be placed over this easement. If everything goes well, Dykstra hopes to begin building in the spring. The board heard a presen­ tation from Bill Mast from Visser Brothers on the pro­ gress of the site plans for the Towne Center project. Ap­ proval was tabled to make sure that all questions about the site plan could be an­ swered. The site plan committee will review plans Feb. 11 and present them to the full planning commission at a special meeting Thursday. Feb. 20. Planner Geoff Mof­ fat told the board that Visser has been willing to meet with the Downtown Devel­ opment Authority on pro­ posed facade designs. Also cooperating with the DDA and meeting with ar­ chitects were the Ordway brothers. Their pizza delivery business site plan at 418 South Broadway was ap­ proved by the commission. In other business, the commission asked that the village consider adding a zoning enforcement officer. The commission unani­ mously elected Eldon Newmyer as chair. Rick Wi­ nans as vice chair and Ray Peters as secretary. The next meeting of the Middleville Planning Com­ mission is at 7 p.m. Thurs­ day. Feb. 20. Yankee Springs meeting rescheduled The Yankee Springs Board of Trustees meeting originally scheduled for Thursday. Feb. 13 has been rescheduled to Tuesday. Feb. 18. The meeting will begin at 7 p.m. in the Yankee Springs Township Hall on Briggs Road. Charter Township of Caledonia Kent County-Michigan 2003 Board of Review Meeting Dates Tuesday Monday: Tuesday: March 4th, 2003 March 10th, 2003 March 11th. 2003 Organizational Meeting 9:00 a m - 3:00 p m 3:00 p.m - 9 00 p m AH reviews will be heard by appointment only For appointments, call: (616) 891-0070 Reviews will be held at the Caledonia Township/Village Hall 250 Maple Street, Caledonia, Ml 49316 Written appeals will be accepted until Monday, March 11, 2003 The 2003 Kent County Equalization factors for the Charter Township of Caledonia will be as follows Agricultural: 1.0693 Industrial: 1.0010 Commercial 1.0879 Residential 10652 Assessor: Laura Stob Township Clerk. Patricia Snyder Dated: February 3. 2003 CHARTER TOWNSHIP OF CALEDONIA COUNTY OF KENT, MICHIGAN PUBLIC NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that on March 3. 2003. at 7:00 p m . the Planning Commission of the Charter Township of Caledonia will hold a public hearing at the Caledonia Township and Village Hall. 250 South Maple Street. Caledonia. Michigan, on the application erf Dykema Excavators for an amendment in the Spring Valley Estates Planned Unit Development (PUD), covering lands located generally at the southwest comer of Broadmoor Avenue and 84th Street, and legally described as foltows: That part of the Northeast 1/4 of Section 20. Town 5 North Range 10 West described as beginning at a point on the North line of sato Northeast 1/4 which is NSe’JST 5'E 780.00 feet from the North 1/4 comer of Sectton 20; thence N86’35T5'E 1133 00 feet along said North tone, thence S29°30*00*E 622.04 feet along the centerline of Broadmoor Avenue, thence Southeasterly 108 28 feet along sato centerl.ne on a 3906 64 foot radius curve to the right, tfie chord of which bears S28O422VE 108 28 feet; thence S86’35'15*W 282 64 feet, thence S0V1 OWE 266 93 feet, thence S86'35T5*W 489 61 feet, thence S03'27-39*E 400 00 feet, thence S86'32'2'!’W 492 29 feet along the South kne of the North 1/2 of sato Northeast 1/4, thence NOT'56 00*W 955 00 feet thence Northwesterly 160 feet, more Of less to a point which is S03°25WE 225.00 feet and N86"3515’E 125 00 feet from the point of beginning, thence S86S35T5*W 125.00 feet, thence N03"25WW 225.00 feet to the place of beginning Caledonia Township, Kent County. Michigan The requested amendment tn the PUD ordinance would amend Section 2(2) thereof so as to specify that the PUD may consist of 38 tote, for one smgie-famity detached dwelling each rather than 37 tots, and the amending ordinance would also amend other relevant provisions in the PUD ordinance with respect to the number of permitted tote m tne Development All interested persons may attend toe pubic hearing and comment on the proposed amending ordinance Wntten comments concerning the amend.ng ordinance may be submitted to the Township office, at the above-stated address, up to me time of the public hearing Dated February 3. 2003 Professional Shopping Services 7105 Broadmoor Avenue S.E. Caledonia, Ml 49316 PLANNING COMMISSION OF THE CHARTER TOWNSHIP OF CALEDONIA 308 �Page 14/The Sun and News. Middleville. Ml/February 11. 2003 Wrestling title, continued from page 1 Betty Jo Garrow MIDDLEVILLE Betty Jo Garrow, age 72, of Middleville, passed away Friday, February 7. 2003 at Tendercare. Hastings. Mrs. Betty Jo Garrow was born November 27, 1930 in Barry County. Michigan, the daughter of Lloyd J. and Virginia A. (Kidder) Colvin. She was raised and attended school in Barry County. Betty Jo Garrow helped raise six grandchildren and she also took care of elderly people. She was employed at Middleville Manufacturing for sixteen years and worked for Ferns State University as a cook. Betty Jo was a homemaker, loved to cook, she devoted her life to her family and church and spending time with her loved ones. She was a member of the Wesleyan Methodist Church. She is survived by four nieces. Marlene. Luella, Velma Lou and Virginia Lee; foster son. Kelly Reach over 11,000 area homes with an ad in the Sun & News. Call 945-9554 to place your ad today. (Rosie) Kidder and family; several aunts, uncles and cousins. She was preceded in death by her parents. Lloyd and Virginia Colvin and brother. Lloyd James Colvin. Funeral and Committal Services were held Monday. 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Against Hamilton on Friday Trojan Coach Kurt Holzhucter said, “the de­ fense did it for us. In the second half we really did a better job.” TK trailed by five at the half, but held the Hawkeyes to just 19 second half points and pulled away to a 53-45 victory. Kyle Holst and Brett Knight led the way offen­ sively for I K with 11 points apiece. Jon Yeazel chipped in with seven, as the Trojans pushed their O-K Blue re­ cord to 6-4. The Trojans arc still in the thick of things as one of four teams fighting for the sec­ ond spot in the O-K Blue behind Calvin Christian. Calvin clinched a share of the league title with their win last Friday, and could already be the conference champs when they visit Middleville on Friday. TK is lied with Coopersville in second place, and the Tro­ jans visit the Broncos on Tuesday night. TK and Coopersville arc a game of Rogers and Byron Center, who sit at 5-5. Ijisi Tuesday the Trojans suffered their fourth nonIcaguc loss of the season at Grand Rapids Baptist. Once pushed it to eight by the half. TK's second half comeback attempt fell short. 74-64. as the Mustangs poured in 29 points in the fourth quarter. Many of those points coming from the free throw line. TK did manage to erase the Mustang lead in the third quarter, to take a three-point advantage of their own. but it didn't last. Baptist soon erased that lead, and had a one-point lead of its ow n as the final period began. “We had a very weak de- fensive effort.” said Holzhueter. “That’s why we played so poorly.” Yeazel led the Trojans with 14 points offensively, and Knight added 11. 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Other events will be tak­ ing place in a group setting, including a demonstration by West Michigan Fencing Academy. Mike and Barb Nemecek of Alto run the academy in dow ntown Grand Rapids. The Grand Valley State University Dance Team also will be showcas­ ing their talents that eve­ ning. The event will be co-facilitated by students from Caledonia High School and Grand Valley. The evening will include pizza dinner, snacks and a T-shirt. Sign up will be today. Tuesday, Feb. 11. through Thursday, Feb. 13. during lunch hour. Cost for the evening is $5. The fun is scheduled to start at 2:30 p.m. Friday. Feb. 21 and last until 9:30 p.m. that evening. Power Jam is sponsored by The Caledonia Education Foundation, community businesses such as Oakridge Builders, Grand Rapids Carvers. Schram’s Construc­ tion Services. Stauffer and Wiggers Insurance Agency and Ken Visser’s State Farm Agency, as well as numer­ ous Caledonia families. to make the right choices in life. 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Rueter event drew as many as 2(MM) Craig Budzynski. of Forest Staff Writer Hills High School and David Samantha Ncmecck, a competitors. sophomore at Caledonia Fencing runs in the Ne­ Hughes, both from West High School, certainly will mecek family. Barb, husband Michigan Fencing Academy be busy this weekend. Mike, and other Ncmecck are also competing at the She is heading to the Jun­ family members run the Junior Olympics. ior Olympics National Fenc­ West Michigan Fencing ing Tournament in Colorado Springs. Even as young as she is. Nemecek is becoming well known for her athleticism in fencing circles. During the Midwest High School Fenc­ ing Championships at Cul­ ver Academy in Culver. In­ diana (the first weekend in Thornapple-Kellogg High School February). Nemecek placed (Middleville) Wrestling second out of 36 contenders in the Women’s Foil event. 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Donuts for sale at TK For guaranteed pick up or for donations outside the vil­ lage. call Lacey Patterson at (269) 795-4166. or Jennifer Burks at (269) 795-3170. All proceeds will help de­ fray the cost of the Florida trip. Extra donations for the cost of the trip would be welcome and the support of the community is appreci­ ated. While many of their peers arc relaxing and basking in the sun in warmer climates this spring break, the TK varsity softball team will be having some intense work- Thc Thornapple Kellogg Middle School PTO has fig ured out a sweet way to raise money this year. On Friday. Feb. 14 PIO mem­ bers will be selling donuts during lunch periods. “We will wait until the lunch line closes for each lunch before selling these popular Krispy Creme treats,” MSPTO treasurer Cheryl McMillan says. Donuts will be sold for 50 cents a piece. Money will go toward the PTO’s general fund which helps fund field trips and other activities. The next PTO meeting is on Wednes­ day, Feb. 19 at 1:45 p.m. Middle School PTO offi­ cers are also working on a new style fund raiser for later in March. Subscribe to the Hastings Banner and get all the news of Barry County. CaB 945-9554. New books at the TK library Librarian Joanne Boyer has announced the acquisi­ tion of these new books at the Thornapple Kellogg School and Community Li­ brary. In adult non-fiction the newest edition of World Al­ manac is now part of the ref­ erence section. “Liars. Loves and Heroes: What the new brain science reveals about how we be­ come who we are” by Ste­ ven Quartz. “A day in the life of Africa” by David Co­ hen. “Vietnam” by Larry Burrows and “Genius” by Harold Bloom have been added to the collection. New on the adult fiction shelves are “Destiny’s Way” by Walter Jon Williams, “Voyage of the Jerle Shannara: Morgawr” by Terry Brooks. “Dune: Butlerian Ji­ had” by Brian Herbert. "Shadow Puppets" by Orson Scott Card.and “Gift of Dragons” by Anne McCaf­ frey. Instead of having a week off to prepare for an O-K Gold battle with Wayland, the Fighting Scot varsity boy’s basketball team will host Hastings this Wednes­ day to make up for last Tuesday s posl-ponement. Friday the Scots got their first league win since knock­ ing off Hastings back in De­ cember. bv downing Sparta 63-62. Abe Mulvihill put in the final two of his team high 18 points, with 18 seconds left to erase a one-point Spartan lead. Sparta's desperation three-point attempt to win rattled out. and the Scots could celebrate their second league win of the season, and fourth overall. Caledonia led by one at the half, and lost the slim advantage as Sparta held them to thirteen points in the third quarter. The Scots re­ sponded offensively and de­ fensively to fight back in the final period. Eli Cooley and Ryan Rogers each put in ten points for the Scots. Mulvi­ hill and Rogers each pulled down seven rebounds. Greg Jousma dished the ball around for six assists on the night. The Scots still haven't won an O-K Gold contest at home this winter, and their final four chances come boom-boom-boom. The best bet for one is Wednesday with Hastings. After that it’s Wayland on Friday, then South and Unity back-toback Tuesday and Friday next week. Caledonia is 4-10 overall. Fighting Scot Ryan Rogers (33) put in 10 points and pulled down seven boards as Caledonia got its second conference win last Friday at Sparta TK SECONDARY MENU Wednesday, Feb. 12 Breakfast for lunch. French toast sticks, scram­ bled eggs or hamburger on a bun. potato rounds, juice box. Thursday, Feb. 13 Chicken fajita, or hot dog on a bun, California blend, peaches, milk. Friday, Feb. 14 Pizza or fish sticks, corn, apple, milk. Monday, Feb. 17 No School Today. Tuesday, Feb. 18 Corn stack, chili over chips or corn dog, green beans, trail mix, milk. 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Mi/Febnjary 11, 2003 Lowell-Caledonia skaters blast West Ottawa In Saturday night s action the Lowell-Caledonia Var­ sity Hockey team bested the visitors from West Ottawa in what can only be de­ scribed as a total team ef­ fort. Every player on the 18 man roster contributed to the victory. Things did not start out smoothly for the home team however, as the Panthers, of West Ottawa, struck first with a opening period goal just two minutes into the game. But on this night the Lowell-Cal team was not going to be out played, they kept checking, passing, shooting, and overall just out hustling their opponent. Their hard work started to pay dividends mid-way through the first period. Senior. Jordan Schaefer tied the game up on a per­ fectly placed shot, after re­ ceiving a pass from defense­ man Josh Baker. For the Red Arrows and Fighting Scots everything was click­ ing on this night and it was to show as the game un­ folded. The blue line tandem of Brian Posthumus and Bran­ don Gillikin scored the go ahead goal. Posthumus slid a pass over toGillikin at the blue line. Gillikin uncorked a blast the cleanly beat the Panther goaltender. The first” period was not yet over, and the home team was still looking to add to it's lead. With two minutes to go. there was a face off to the right of the West Ottawa goal. Red Arrow center. Brandon John won the face off. deked his opponent, and neatly fired a wrist shot past the stunned Panther goalie. The period ended with the Arrows and Scots up by a score of 3 to 1. The entire second period was filled with end to end action. The checking was thunderous as both teams started to throw their weight around. Red Arrow goalie Dave Maylone was on the top of his game as he came up with many excellent saves, taking the wind out of the Panther attack. The lone goal in the second period came off the stick of Fight­ ing Scot Ted McCoy. After receiving a pass from Sophomore Ramsey Charrouf, McCoy skated over the blue line and ripped one of Yankee Electric Dan Genther, Licensed & Insured Electrician Residential Light Commercial Service Upgrades Troubleshooting New / Remodels Cell (269)838-8758 Ph/Fax (269)795-4879 Middleville, MI 49333 his patented shots into the upper corner of the oppo­ nents goal, to put the home team up 4 to 1 at the second period intermission. Lowell-Cai's problem this season, had been their in­ ability to put together a complete three periods of hockey. But on this night that was not going to be a problem. The Lowell-Cale­ donia skaters came out faster in the final period than they had in the first period. With the Panthers serving a penalty, the Cal-Lowell power play went to work. Corey Kelly made a great move to get the puck to Brandon John. Brandon found Ted McCoy alone be­ hind the Panther goal. McCoy promptly took John's pass and wrapped the puck around to the front of the goal, easily beating the confused Panther netminder. Early in the third period Cal-Lowell skipper Mike Ballard decided to make a goal tender change. It was decided to let Senior goal­ tender Rob Latvia join in the action and fun. Latvia didn't disappoint, as he came up with numerous outstanding saves, at one point receiving a standing ovation from the vocal student section for his play. Cal-Lowell closed out their scoring with five min­ utes to go in the third period. The home team was on the power play again as West Ottawa got itself in penalty trouble. The Cal-Lowell skaters controlled the play with pin-point passing. McCoy again ended up with CALEDONIA BASEBALL AND SOFTBALL REGISTRATION FORM the puck behind the Panther goal, but instead of trying the wrap around play again. McCoy fed a pass out in front to Eric Austin. The Senior wasted no time in slamming a hard shot past the sprawling goaltender. West Ottawa scored a pow er play of their ow n just 40 seconds later to make the final score 6 to 2. Although they didn t score, the following CalLowell players certainly contributed to the victory with their unselfish hustle and determination, congratu­ lations to Cal-Lowell play­ ers Chad Rau. David Blair. Kraig Brown. John Truszkowski. Dustin Hofert. Josh John, and Pat McMahon. Without their hard work a victory would not have been possible. TK varsity cheer team brings home top trophy The TK cheer team brought home a first place trophy from the Hope College cheerleading competition Feb. 1. by Patricia Johns Staff Writer The Thornapple Kellogg varsity cheer team brought home a first place trophy from the Hope College cheerleading competition Saturday, Feb. 1. The TK freshmen, JV and varsity teams competed against teams from 26 other schools. The freshmen and JV Brittany Nicholson Becca teams each brought home a Dufresne, Amanda Fisk, Stacy Huizinga, Danielle third place trophy. Coach Kelli Leep said. Beil fuss, Amanda Golden. “Everyone worked really hard Ashley Dunn. Katie McKe­ to get to this level. I con­ own, Niki Reyff and Thom gratulate all of these athletes Dettman. The team competed at on their determination.” Members of the cheer Northview on Feb. 8. Their last competition is scheduled team arc Amber McMillan, Latisha Smith, Sadie Bower­ for Saturday, Feb. 22 at man, Lindsey Wisniewski, Grand Ledge. (Mail to address printed below) League enrollment is available for girls and boys who will be in kindergarten through eighth grade in the spring of 2003 All registrations should be received by March 1. 2003 Registration fee is StS 00 per player or SHOOO for 2 children, and SI00 for a family Registration will be closed liter March 1. 2003 After March 1st. names will be placed on a waiting list w/a $10 late fee. You can make checks payable to Caledonia Baseball Softball League (CBSL). Mail to PO Box 422 Caledonia. MI 49316 REGISTRATION FEE IS NON-REFUNDABLE. The season w ill run from May 12lh - June 27th Boy/Girl Last Name First Name (Cirle One) Street City Z.p ScixJ Attended Current Grade Birthdate Name of ParmtGuardian Home Phone Work Phone Emetgencx Contaxi Phone Dr Name. Phone o.^lw .l ____ If you hase nuxe than one child in the same dn taon and wxxild like them io play on (he same team, please include siblings nan* .---------- —-------------------------------------------------------------Each child must have his or her own completed and signed registration form, forms with more than one child s name will be returned. ""Teams in grades 5-8 are selected through a draft process. Therefore, special requests cannot be accomodated. wiUiiHiimiD}' SpecialsTHE BIB M ■|■ ■ ■ m H mAVC mRII V U 11H Y J IJllILI ■ “Ml If “■■■I Monday, February 24th Tuesday, February 25th Wednesday, February 26th Thursday, February 27th F Nou w Great Prices! ► serving <r Awesome Food! r cocktaM^j WAY FUN Atmosphere! 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M l/February 11, 2003 Scot wrestlers move up a notch in league meet by David T. Young Editor Caledonia finished fifth overall in the final O-K Gold Conference wrestling standings by taking fourth in the league meet Saturday at Wayland High School. The Scots accumulated 133 team points. Hastings won the meet and claimed the Gold championship with 182 points, Sparta was sec­ ond with 178, Cedar Springs third with 143. Wyoming Park fifth with 123. Hudson­ ville Unity Christian sixth with 71. Wayland seventh with 69 1/2 and Kcnowa Hills was eighth. Because of its finish in the league meet, coach Jim Maxim's group vaulted past Wayland into fifth place in the final standings, which arc determined 50-50 by the dual meet standings and by the finishes at the confer­ ence meet. Junior Corey Kilmartin won the 160-pound champi­ onship and sophomore Bran­ don Cance was first at 119 for the Fighting Scots. Kilmartin dispatched Levi Urais of Wayland 11-0 in the opening round and then took a 12-9 decision from Cedar Springs' Scott Wilde to set up his 10-5 victory over Hastings' Andrew Fer­ guson in the finals. He now enters this week's team and individual district tourna- Caledonia's Frank D Amico tries to manuever around Dan Skelone of Cedar Springs into a position where he can turn him on his back in their 152-pound con­ ference finals match. Skelone, however, prevailed 6-4 (Photo by Dan Goggins) Brandon Cance (top) was one of two Scots to take the top honors in their weight class at last weekend’s O-K Gold conference tourney. ments with a season record of 35-6. Cance. now 21-8 for the season, edged Mark Dun­ ham of Wyoming Park 5-4 in the finals to score his title. He won by forfeit in the first round and recorded a 14-4 major decision over Jeff Al­ len of Hastings in the semi­ finals. The Scots picked up two second-place finishes with Jimmy Haisma at 215 antj Frank D'Amico at 152. Haisma’s 3-2 loss in the finals to Unity Christian's Peter Landheer was a heart­ breaker. The two tied 2-2 at the end of regulation and Landheer finally won the bruising struggle on an es­ cape in the second overtime. Haisma had scored a cou­ ple of pins in his two earlier rounds. He now enters the districts with a season re­ cord of 24-16. 00 GMC K2500 Sierra 03 Pontiac Vibe 02 GMC KI500 Sierra 00 Chevy Blazer LT D'Amico, now 24-8 for the season, also dropped a close decision in the finals, losing 6-4 to Dan Skelone of Cedar Springs. D'Amico had won by forfeit and by a pin in the first two rounds. Ted McCoy, at 171 pounds, finished third. After losing to conference runnerup Dan Blair of Hastings, he came back through the con­ solation bracket and scored a pin in 1:53 to win the con­ solation finals. He now has a record of 28-6. Other Scots winning med­ als by finishing fourth were Tyler Bowden (103), Adam Rohrer (112). ( ,ikb MOO! head (130) and Robert La- Fountain (145). “A true coach gets re­ warded by seeing significant improvements of their team. When our team started prac­ tice. on time which accord­ ing to the MHSAA rules was Nov. 18, we had a lot of eager individuals with out a lot of varsity experience. However, with the assis­ tance of our coaches and the cooperation of our parents these eager individuals have greatly improved.” “Congratulations to Coach Goggins, a true coach, and the Saxons for winning the O-K Gold," said Maxim. “True coaches are rewarded, and can make conference champions and placers out of individuals that may not be conference championship material on Nov. 18. Other local true coaches' are Tom Lehman of TK, Rick Tokarchick of Wayland, and the late Gary Rivers of Lowell. Their suc­ cess can be evaluated by the accomplishments that they achieve with their own." Team districts arc sched­ uled for Wednesday night for the Scots at Allegan, with Allegan. TK. and Wayland. The individual district tournament will be Saturday at Lowell for the Scots. Caledonia JV skaters tie it up with Lansing The Caledonia/Lowell Red Arrows hockey team met the Lansing JV at Stan­ dard Federal Ice Center, Sunday. February 2. The game was extremely tough with the Red Arrows keeping Lansing in check and ending the first period 0 -0. Lansing began the scoring by sinking one against the Red Arrows seven minutes into the second period, but the Red Arrows fought back with a goal by Chase Groll (assists by Will Holland, Kyle Austin). The second period ended with a 1-1 tic. This made the third period even more ex­ citing as both teams worked to get ahead. But, with outstanding goaltending by both teams and strong defense by, Jeff Moore. David Sweeney. Tim Kelly, Michael Baron, Jon Latva,Chase Groll, and Mark Cerajewski, the game ended with a 1 - 1 tic. The Red Arrows peppered Lansing with over 30 shots on net, but couldn’t gel pa.<t the goalie a second time. Cory Kowalski had an ex­ cellent night in goal for the Red Arrows. The Red Ar­ rows offensemen Kyle Baker, Austin McGregor, Nick Truszkoswki, Jon Christiansen, Ryan Boll, Kyle Grucz, Austin Declcrq, and Aaron Bcnmark pro­ vided strong backchccking and forechccking . Scot skiers narrowly miss moving up 99 Chevy Tahoe LT 98 Pont Grand Am GT V-6, auto . leather, sunroof s8,995 GAVIN • Chevrolet • Buick • Pontiac 795*3318 * 891*8151 M37 North of Middleville. Across from Middlew.Ila Tues Thun. & Fri 8 to 6: Sat 8 to 1 SERVICE HOURS Mon In their TR race number five last Wednesday, the Fighting Scot varsity ski teams finished just a few points behind each of their competitors. The Caledonia girls were just four points behind Kala­ mazoo Hackett for first place, while the guys fin­ ished two points back of Mattawan for second. Caledonia's girls took first place in the slalom, but third in the G.S. Linsdey McNeil was the Scots lop Slalom skier, she finished in third place, fol­ lowed by Brooke Hendry in fifth. Also scoring for the Scots were .Muckie Doczma in seventh place, and Erin Mitteer in ninth. In the G.S. , McNeill took second place, and Hendry sixth. But Mitteer and Dozema were back in 11th and 12th. Hackett was first overall with 51 points, followed by Caledonia’s 55, and Matta­ wan’s 59. On the boys’ side, Hack­ ett finished the day with 44 points, ahead of Mattawan at 60, Caledonia 62, and Kala­ mazoo Central 109. The Scots finished second in the Slalom and third in the G.S. The top Scot in the Sla­ lom was Dan Atkinson who finished fourth. Adam Cran­ dell was right behind him in fifth place. Brent Van Namen was ninth, and Kyle Reith 11th. In the G.S. Crandell was the lop Scot finisher, in third place. Atkinson finished eighth, and Van Namcn ninth. Caledonia’s fourth finisher was Allen DcVoll in 13th spot. Two students from area graduate at Hope College Joshua Warren, son of Dr. and Mrs. Christopher Warren, Alto, and Betsi Mulder of Caledonia graduated in December al Hope College. Warren graduated cum laude with a bachelor of arts degree. � https://barrycountyhistoryportal.org/files/original/25/713/SunandNews_2003-02-18.pdf e2334e8e3e0275fbdd944b0ec72a407a PDF Text Text Your Hometown Newspaper Sen/ing Middleville and Caledonia Areas No. 12/Marcn 18, 2003 132nd year Middleville. Michigan 49333 CMS 7th and 8th grade bands receive top marks by Cathy L. Rutter Staff Writer The Caledonia Middle School seventh and eighth grade bands both received first division ratings during the recent Michigan School Band and Orchestra Asso­ ciation Band festival. Both bands were ajudicatcd by three performance judges as well as one sightreading judge. Bands are rated on a scale of 1-5 with I being the highest. Both bands had to prepare three pieces and sight-read a march and an overture. Many area schools par­ ticipated in the festival. There were more than 120 bands and orchestras from local areas alone. Both bands qualified for and will be continuing on to the state competition on May 2. Hollowing is a list of the students who performed at the MSBOA festival: Seventh grade band mem­ bers include Brad Ahrens, The seventh grade CMS band, under the di­ rection of Rebecca Sauerby. received Division 1 ratings at the recent Michigan School Band and Orchestra Associa­ tion Band Festival (MSBOA). Joel Atkinson, Brittney Ban­ ning. Chris Barofsky, Ash­ ley Barrett, Josie Bledsoe. Adam Brooks, KayleyCasell, Kate Cavanaugh, Courtney Claflin, Anna Cra­ ter, Josh DcBlaay. Josh De­ Groot. Jessica Delnay. Na­ than Donker, Stephen Dur­ kee. Tessa Ebbens, Cynthia Engcrson, Patrick Feuerstein, Tom Fifer. Kaitlin Fish. James Flier, John Frantz, Nicole Geldcrsma. Stephanie Gorgas, Ethan Green, Lindsey Groendyke. Rob Hamilton, Brandon Henning, Brooke Henning, Hillary Hicks, Samantha Hiemstra, Ashley Hinojosa, Drew Hoeflinger-Williams. See CMS bands, page 2 The eighth grade CMS band is ready to head off to the state competition in May. They received Division 1 ratings at the MSBOA Band Festival. Debra Buckowing new Middleville Council takes Thornapple Twp. clerk up roads, snowmobiles Debra Buckowing by Patricia Johns Staff Writer Lots of smiles are appar­ ent in the Thornapple Tow n­ ship offices now with the changing of the guard in the clerk’s position Outgoing treasurer Shir­ ley Eaton couldn't stop smiling as she was congratu­ lated last week for her 18 1/2 years of service to the township. Meanwhile, De­ bra Buckowing can't keep from beaming when she talks about her new position as treasurer for the town­ ship. “I know that I will never fill Shirley’s shoes, but it is an honor to walk in them.” Buckowing said. “She is teaching me so much.” Buckowing was one of A smiling Shirley Eaton accepts a plaque at her last meeting as Thornapple Township Clerk four applicants who applied for the position when Eaton decided to resign effective March 31. All four were in­ terviewed by Trustee Pat Harrison and Supervisor Don Boysen. Buckowing's business experience as well as her knowledge of the community was praised be­ fore she was appointed to the position. Buckowing has already begun working with Eaton to insure a smooth transi­ tion. After more than 222 meetings. Eaton said she is looking forward to spending time with her family and friends. by Patricia Johns Staff Writer Roads and snowmobile complaints were high on the agenda of the Middleville Village Council meeting Tuesday, March 11. Village Manager Bryan Gruesbeck announced that Dan Valley construction was the low bidder, by a signifi­ cant amount, for the recon­ struction of the intersection of State and Russell streets and the Arlington Street sewer installation. The win­ ning bid is for $170,322. Engineer Steve Williams has checked the bid and be­ lieves that everything is in order. This bid was approved with work scheduled to be­ gin in early spring. Gruesbeck also received council approval of a Michi­ gan Department of Trans­ portation proposal to restripe M-37 between the village boundaries. This means that the MDOT is interested in turning this section of M-37 into a "three" lane road with a center turning lane. The light at the corner of Main Street and M-37 would have to be changed. He also noted the M-DOT proposal to change Arling­ ton Court access to M-37, which will now be more northerly. Wayne Winchester noted during his report on the De­ partment of Public Works that it is now "pot hole" sea­ son and that staff members have been trying to keep up with them. Resident Catherine Beyer told council that snowmo­ biles have been a negative impact in her neighbor­ hood this year. She asked the council to consider closing the snow­ mobile trail through the vil­ lage next year. Bill Kenyon said, "There are always a few bad ap­ ples." Village President Lon Meyers said that due to commercial and residential development taking place in the village the location of the snowmobile trail will be discussed before the start of the next snowmobile season. In other business, the board approved amending the Mid-Villa's Class C liq­ uor license to allow the new brew pub to start operating Owner Steve Wiersum told the council that it has been installed but he cannot bring his brew master down from Canada to show how it works until the Michigan Liquor Control Commission approves the changes. Once the brew pub is op­ erating, Wiersum hopes to produce four different beers and non-alcoholic root beer. The next meeting of the village council will be at 7 p.m. Tuesday, March 25. In This Issue... • Caledonia Village discusses water treatment termination agreement • Caledonia Main Street sewer replacement put off until 2007 • Middleville Council takes up issues of roads, snowmobiles • TK Schools to seek bids on artificial turf �Page 2/The Sun and News, Middleville. M 1/M arch 18 2003 Trauma Teddy Bears given to Caledonia Fire Rescue Pastor Norm Kohns of Caledonia United Methodist Church talks with kids dur­ ing ‘Children's Moment.’ Part of their message included a lesson about love that prompted the giving of teddy bears to CFR. The students of various youth groups within Caledonia United Methodist Church with a small portion of the teddy bears donated to Caledonia Fire Rescue to give to children that have been traumatized by Cathy L. Rueter Staff Writer Kids and Teddy bears are a natural, and what better way to calm a child who has been through a stressful and traumatic time than with a soft teddy bear? Two area churches are helping in the cause to bring a soft friend to a traumatized child by donating teddy bears to Caledonia Fire Res­ cue. The Outreach Council of the Caledonia United Meth­ odist Church was looking for a way to teach and un­ derscore the life skill of love for Valentine’s Day for the children of their church. According to church member Robert Lillie, chil­ dren from various youth groups were asked to bring Teddy bears to church. Dur­ ing three church services prior to Valentine’s Day. the bears were put on the altar as part of the Children’s Moment. The children pre­ sented the bears to numer­ ous members from Caledo­ nia Fire Rescue Saturday, Feb. 15. When a child is experi­ encing the shock of an auto accident, fire, injury, or other alarming event, a thoughtful and caring ap­ proach to the situation is of­ ten best. A Teddy bear, when given to a child having experienced any kind of painful ordeal, lends a soft, huggable friend. They are said to provide a sense of se­ curity to traumatized chil­ dren and often are an “ice breaker” for the firefighters and rescue workers. The Holy Family Catholic Middle School Catechism classes are currently taking donations of teddy bears as a service project. These par­ ticular bears will be donated to the fire department April 19. The Caledonia Fire Res­ cue Department and Caledo­ nia Middle School are drop­ off points for these bears. Anyone interested in more information about the pro­ ject or donating can contact Rene Pitt at 891-1030. Though the two projects together may seem like a lot of teddy bears, the firefight­ ers were as pleased to learn about the second project as the first. The bears won’t be going to waste. Some of the bears may be shared with other local de­ partments that are need Female version showings. March 21 @ 7:30 pm March 22 @ 3:00 pm CulTllbJilh High ScMl Hlu/m proudly presents: The Cdd Ccuple & The (dd Ccuple Male version March 20 @ 7:30 pin March 22 @ 7:30 pm female version Two comedies bv Neil Simon Tickets adults...... $5.00 students...S3.00 •save a dollar if you purchase a ticket to each show Where ever the bears are Catholic Church will know some TLC to hand out. Oth­ ers will be donated to vari­ needed, the children of Cale­ that they provided a little bit ous children’s charities for donia United Methodist of comfort to a child in Church and Holy Family need. an extra hug or two. CMS bands, continued from pg. 1 Britannia Hormel, Andrew Howe, Mandy Johnson, Dana Juhlin, Luke Kempisty, Hailey Kent, Trevor Kline, Brandon Kolk, Shayna Kowalski, Laura Kraft, Staci Kuiper, Jon Kuzava, Erica Lanning, David Mahawili, Juan Jose Mendoza, Amanda Mercer, Eric Merrill, Anna Merri­ man, Colin Mulhall, Anna Musclow, Ashley Nevelle, Shane Parent, Amy Pasquantonia, Brandon Pell, Andy Prins, Hannah Rankin. Jake Richards, Alex Rogers, Joel Rohrer, Christina Roosien, Adam Schutt, Tim Sickles, Eric Smith, Joe Smith, Spencer Steeby, An­ drew Stevenson, Maggie Stusick. Luke Taylor, Alex TenElshof, Ryan Terpstra, Gina Thole, Callie VandcnBerge, Trevor VanderHart, Kyle VanderVeen, Justin VanderVennen, Stephanie Vernon, Shawn Videan, Melissa Westen, Kyle Whal­ ley, Brianna White, Randi Wilcox, Sarah Williams, Matt Witkowski, Chelsea Yondo. and Patrick Yonker. Eighth grade band mem­ bers include Brad Anderson, Greg Andrew, Mackenzie Baird, Eric Bates, Dori Bledsoe, Matt Bodary. Tess Botsford, Bradley Boy, Isaac Brinks, Evan Brown. Alicia Burke, Logan Bur­ rows, Tim Corson, Laura Cradit, Nick Cramer, Con­ nor Dahlberg, Ashlcigh Dean, Jeff Donnell, Saman­ tha Dow, Samantha Duiven, Michael Dunn, Aaron Engelbert, Julianne Erno, Lindsey Forton, David Fritz, Brittany Gibbons, Karen Gibson, Samantha Gray, Kyle Grucz, Jake Harig, Justin Havard, Brent Hoff­ man, Matt Hulst, Jason Ja­ cobson, Kaylee Jones, Matt Jones, Katie Jonkhoff, Mattie Jonkhoff, Kaylee Kalajaincn, Shannon Keizer, Samantha Kendall, Megan Littell, Jamie McCarty, Leigh Miller, Scott Miller, Justin Monson, Ben Moor­ head, Samantha Nalbach, Kelsey Nimmo, Tyler Oat­ men. Kassy Parker, Aubree Phillips, Jeni Poliski, Josh Ponnc, Elise Rahn, Travis Raley, Amanda Rawlings, Becca Roerig, Justin Ryder, Katie Schenk, Jason Schiefla, Erik Schmidt, Kaila Schwcda, Ben Sher­ wood, Rachel Soper, Vinny Spica. Ben Steele, Jessica Taylor, Aaron Tuuk, Renee VandcrMaas, Dana Van­ Horn, Matt Weiss, Nick Williams and Erin Work­ man. American Legion Post Caledonia Food Events for March: All events start at 5:30 p.m—except the Chili Cook-Off, which will be held from noon-3 p.m. Public Welcome ; March 21 - Fish Fry March 22 ~ Chili Cook-Off March 28 — Fish Fry 616-891-1882 �The Sun and News. Middleville. Ml/March 18. 2003/Page 3 GFWC-Gun Lake Area awards 6 arts scholarships The General Federation of Women’s Clubs (GFWC)Gun Lake Area has awarded six art scholarships totaling $2,000 to students in the Gun Lake Area. The recipients are Meghan Smith and Ross Green of Delton-Kellogg High School. Mallory Bourdo of Martin. Jessica Julius and Holly Smith of Thornapple Kellogg and Stephanie Villarreal of Way­ land-Union. Smith was recommended by Brian Makowski, fine arts chair at the school, who said. “Meghan is a highly talented, accomplished artist whose drawings of the hu­ man figure are wonderful. She has translated some of these into large oil murals (7 ft. X 4 ft.) that are most im­ pressive. “I am proud to bring rec­ ognition to Meghan for her artwork.” Makowski said he sees his role as one of providing opportunity for his students and Meghan has benefited from his dedication to this role. He selected Megan for “Promising Artist Day” at Siena Heights University, where one of her paintings earned her a partial tuition scholarship. “I am pleased with Meghan’s decision to attend Siena Heights, where she can combine her art with teaching skills” said Makowski. Meghan spoke of the sup­ port she has received from Makowski for the last seven years, saying, "He’s always supportive of my interests and what I need. He’s al­ ways checked on me to make sure I’m taking art classes. I’ve had art from middle school, all through high school, right up through independent studies now that I’m an Advanced H ■ Ml* I VIP Thornapple Kellogg band director Ray Rickert with arts scholarship winner Jessica Julius. Thomapple Kellogg High School art teachers Tonya Wolcott (left) and Barbara Maring, with arts scholarsghip winner Holly Smith (center). This GFWC project un Dinner/Theater fund-raiser Longtin and Green both past two years. Placement (AP) student.” derscores the importance of Holly plays the trumpet, May 15. Makowski explained how pointed out that the band has Rickert said, “I can think youth art education. Lo­ “this degree of training (for doubled in the past three piano and guitar. She loves Meghan) is now necessary years and there is a sense of her music and says of Rick­ of few students who have cally. funding comes from for high school art students “ownership and responsibil­ ert... "He’s just so wonderful contributed as much to the advertising in the Gun lake to compete for college pro­ ity” on the part of the stu­ to work with, he’s flexible, total fine arts program here Area Business Directory and the annual Dinner Theater grams." He compares it to dents to see to its success. he works with you. he’s pas­ at TK than Holly Smith." Stephanie Villarreal of (May 15). athletic programs for those The band earned its first Di­ sionate about everything he Wayland-Union High who want to pursue sports vision I rating in 20 years does.” Interestingly. Rickert de­ School is the scholarship re­ this month at the band festi­ on a college level. scribed Holly as “ passionate cipient recommended by Meghan displayed her art val. Melissa Howell, visual arts Mallory Bourdo of Martin about the fine arts.” at the V&A Bootery as part Her art teachers, Barbara teacher. of the Art Hop March 7 and High School was chosen to will display some of her receive the GFWC-Gun Maring and Tonya Walcott, work at the GFWC-Gun lake Area $500 art scholar­ also use the word "passion­ L^ake Area scholarship fund­ ship by Kevin York, Band ate” to describe Holly. They raiser dinner/theater May Director. Mallory is a junior speak of her talent in all ar­ and an active participant in eas of the visual arts includ­ 15. Ross Green, will share the the band program as a trum­ ing pottery, oils and photog­ raphy. $500 arts scholarship with pet player. Walcott said “Holly is her. Ross was recom­ Jessica Julius of Thomapmended by Dave Longtin, ple-Kellogg will split the taking an independent study $500 arts scholarship with course in art this semester band director. which is reserved for the “Ross is an outstanding Holly Smith. young man” Longtin said. Jessica is a junior and is most mature students. Holly “He is an excellent trumpet involved in band, choir, and is doing a series of mixed player as a freshman in the the musicals. She has re­ media as her project. Holly symphonic band, he leads by ceived a Division I rating lives in the art room. She example in and out of class. each year and qualified for needs a cot.” Of her art teachers. Holly Ross is a fine musician and the state festival. “Jessica is a hard worker when it comes self-motivated and self-di­ said, "They are the mentors in my life. They always take to learning his music. He rected,” says Music Director asks questions, practices Ray Rickert, “and she is time to assist me.” Holly’s photography is on regularly and participates in quite a talented young musi­ display at her school. She high school jazz band before cian.” has designed an “inverted This A 1*10 □UIIIIIIVI summer will VT1I1 find 4il»V school. Ross has taken upon himself to learn both trom­ Jessica traveling to Europe pyramid approach to phothat * *** “* is striking in bone and bass guitar to as­ with the Ohio Ambassadors tography sist the jazz band in the Band. Rickert recommended its effect on the photograph she try out for this group and audience. Holly’s work past.” Ross plays for the pep and she was selected by Dr. will also be on display at the band before basketball Bruce Moss, director of games, participates in thea­ bands at Bowling Green ter arts club, the Follies, and State University. Jessica Enjoy the freedom of will perform with other high he can sing. NCL’» freeityle Cruiting^ school musicians on the 15“This is a very involved at you cruite to the four freshman who will certainly day, seven-country tour of main Hawaiian itlondt make worthy contributions Europe. She will participate The perfect combination. to his high school in the next with both the band and choir and the Pacific hideaway three years.” Longtin said, sections. GFWC-Gun Lake of Fanning Island aboard He added that Ross’ enthusi- Area scholarship funds will Norwegian Star. asm motivates and inspires be put toward expenses for Designed specifically for others around him. this musical experience in the Aloha State, there’s “He is the kind of student Europe. each teacher needs in class Of Rickert, Jessica said, to help all students get ex- “He’s so patient, so deter­ of Hawaii, and no bettor cited about what is being mined, just wonderful.” Ju­ taught.” lius will be playing her flute Hawaiian vacation. Ross will use the scholar- al the GFWC May 15 Scholship funds to attend the arship Dinner/Theater fundBand of American Leader­ raiser. ship Band Camp. Holly Smith, also repre­ sents Thornapple-Kellogg Of Longtin and the band APxJl 6 program at Delton-Kellogg. High School as recipient of HAWAII the remaining half of the arts THRU NORWEGIAN" Green said. “Il is like a fam­ 7-11 days from APRIL 2(F ily. W'e watch out for each scholarship funds. Rickert also recommended her for other. If someone in a sec­ tion needs help, we are all this award. She is a senior who plans supportive. We took two to pursue a fine arts career. buses to get some 65 kids in the marching band to district She participated • - . in band, , competitions. Th,s was the Sl* . ■ • . . rein nf the 1 K also been pan of the TK first year for this with the plays and musicals for the Call 945<9554 for ACTION ads. If you're not getting the You're not getting it all! CbiII 1-800-870-7085 for more information on how you can receive your complete coverage of Caledonia, Freeport, Middleville and Yankee Springs... Freestyle Cruising and Hawaii. $599^ S’ Cruise - ——; �Page 4/The Sun and News. Middleville M 1/M arch 18 2003 Family Fun B-B Gun Shoot set TK SCHOOL LUNCH MENUS ple. milk. Fridas, March 21 Pizza or fish sanduich on a bun. com. fresh orange slices, milk. Mondas. March 24 Chicken nuggets or cheesy burrito, mashed pota­ Wednesday, March 19 Macaroni u/chcesc. or hot dog on a bun. seasoned green beans, pears, milk. .1 hursday, March 20 Lasagna roll, w/dinner roll or cheeseburger on bun, broccoli w/chcese. pineap­ toes. mixed fruit, milk. Tuesday. March 25 Com stack, chili over com chips or chicken on a bun. veggie sticks, applesauce, milk. The Maple Valley Light­ ning Bolts 4-H club and the Middleville Masonic Lodge are co-sponsoring a Family Fun B-B Gun Shoot on Sat­ urday. March 22, from 1 to 4 p.m. The shoot is being held at VFW Post 7548 at 123 E. Main in Middleville. Each round will cost $1 for children and $2 for adults. Prizes for each round will be presented. The will be a grand prize winner in the LOCAL CHURCH DIRECTORY ALASKA BAPTIST CHURCH A Living Church - Serving a Living Lord Morning Worship 9 30 a m Fellowship Time...................... . 10 35 a m. Sunday School ................................10:50 a m. 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Royte Bailard, Pastor Phone 868^437 4 CALEDONIA fl- UNITED METHODIST 250 Xmc sttivi M + St Paul Lutheran Church Missouri Stjnod Comer of 54th St and Kraft in Caledonia 1 mile west of M-37 Traditional Service 5 30 AM Acoustic Praise 8r Worship Service 1100 AM Sunday School 8r Adult Bible Study 9:45 AM Mid-Week at the Oasis - Wed. 6A0 PM Informal mid-week acoustic Praise and Worship service All Services have a Nursery available • Barrier Free Pastor Robert Gerke • Pastor David Ziehr Office Phone 891-8688 Newt Check out our new web site SS. CYRIL and METHODIUS CHURCH THORNAPPLE BIBLE CHLJRCII Preaching Ihe Living WordServing The Risen Lord Sunday School........................ 9 30 a.m Sunday Morning Worship .10 30 a.m (Jr. Church tk Nursery available ) C urrently meeting at: Emmons Lake Elementary 8950 Krafl SE, Caledonia Rev. Dennis Ross Church: (616) 868-7425 UNITED METHODIST CHURCHES Middleville - Parmelee Middle v«e Morning Worship Sunday School (AdUh) Nursery - Grode 5 Grades 6-8 Sunday Evenmgs Grades 9-12 Sunday Evenings Grades 6-12 Wednesday Evenings 9 30 am 1100 am. 9 45 a m. 1100 am 5006 15 p.m 6 304.00 p m. 600-7:30 pm Rev Lee Zachman Church Office Phone - 795-9266 WAYFARER. 1 mmons to Vinci Sunday, March 23rd: “When the Sntart Thing to Do /sisT’ 8 30 a m and 11 00 am Sunday School 9 45 am t owship 10.30 am (Nursery at ailablc throughout) Rev Nomum Kohns *(616) 891-8167 Church Office 616-891 8669 • Fax 89| -8048 ________________WWW caiedomaumc or*____________ Lakeside M-37 between Middleville & Caledonia CHRISTIAN REFORMED Sunday Worship: 8:30 a.m. Traditional 11 a.m. Contemporary 6 p.m. Pratse/Bible Study Community Criurcri A Ptacv for Famih & Fnends 6201 WhitncsMlle Atemic. Aho Contemporary Worship 9:30 a m Res. Dr. Jack Doorlag, Interim Minister Sunday School for All Ages 10:45am Evening Worship 6:00p.m. Nursery & children’s activities dunne all services. For more information: (616) 891 -8119 Pastor Roger Buhman • Church Office 868-0391 »ww iakeudccommumty org or wwwjjga^KhllLdLii Commimitv of Christ Leighton Church ALASKA CONGREGATION 8146 66th St iclxcl Wednesday 6:00 P.M. Evening Prayer phone 795-2370 or 948-9327 Vicar - Rev. Devid T. Hartwick Parmelee Morning Woahp Sunday School...10:00 am. Morning Worship... 11:00 a.m. Evening Worship...6:00 p.m. Wednesday Prayer Meeting...7:00 p.m. Meeting you. your Friends, and your family Right where you 're at. Sunday Service Time* 9:15 A.M. Morning Prayer (Holy Communion 2nd Sunday) 11:00 A.M. Holy Communion 1664 N. M-37 Highway As of now, the 9:30 Mass of SS. Cyril & Middleville. Ml 49333 • 945-1555 Methodius will take place at St Thorese Located near the corner of M-37 and McCann Church in Wayland while the final Service Times: Sunday School................................................... 9:45a.m. phase of the building of the church Morning Worship.................................... 11:00 a.m. takes place. Mass at SS Cyril & Method­ Evening Worship.............................................. 6:00p.m.ius will resume again July 13.2003, when Youth Group:............................. 6:00 p.m. Sunday the dedication takes place. We apolo­ Midweek 7:00 p.m. Wed. gize for the inconvenience ________________ 9:30 a.m. Thurs. ew Life Proclaiming the Whole Counsel of God 2415 McCann Ro. (In Irving) _________ www.StPaulCaledonia.org_________ Middleville Good Shepherd Wesleyan Church Lutheran Church "A Church with a caring heart for our community and the world" CALEDONIA HOLY FAMILY CATHOLIC CHURCH MIDDLEVILLE CHRISTIAN REFORMED adult and youth division. Bonnie White of the Ma­ ple Valley Lightning bolts says, "This event is fun for all ages. We hope that lots of families participate." For more information call White at 517-852-9189. Located in Leighton Township Corner of 2nd Street and 142nd Avenue near Whrtneyvrte Ave Sutkin Mormng 9 45 am Church School. Sunday Praise Singing . . 10 50 am Morning Worship 11 00 am Wed Fellow ship 7.30 p m Pastor E.G. Frizzed Church Ph 616-468-6810 • Pastor 's Ph 6164976740 AJO am Tradeoui 11.15 am Contemporary Redeemer Covenant Church —Lighting Up Uves for God— Sunday Worship 9:30 im Christian Education Hour 1100 am Wednesday J Sundao School far Al ,\je» IftOO ia Sunday Ewoang Sense FW Frimls Prc-SchM-Sth 500pa fcJO pa Family Night 5:45^.00 pm Aduk BiAe Study' - Marndn 6j0pjn Pau! M H JIman Youth Pastor David Erikson 6951 Hanna Lake Avenue. Catedonu 61(^6984001 rftfermfl^isen.nrf www rtdeanercovenant org 4 mrmher dOu ErnngrUd Canenan Chadm dAmenia UT TOWX5EKD • X0MUS XNOBL ten* lau 1016) 891-8028 • e-mail ioghtonAoerv net Finding the Way Together! An informal, contemporary church committed to our community. Sunday Worship is at 10:00am in Caledonia Middle School’s cafeteria. Everyone is welcome! Pastor: Rev. Josh Blunt Contact our Dutton office at (616) 65-65-WAY Check our web site: www: wq yfurerccorv WHITNEYVILLE “ bible Church «546 wmneyvie Aire at 84fh St • 891-8661 “The Church where everybody is somebody... and Jesus is Lord" Meeting at Caledonia High School Sunday School 930am Sunday Mornrg Worsnc IQ30 am ‘Aeerrg at cnapet on AtmeyvUe Ave knaa/ Evenng Worsnp 600p.m Wed MtNveek Prayer & telle Study 700 pm. Bev Ihomai Scys Pastor • vev Kan 8asrnor. Assoc Pastor Aecste wntneyvSeoete org �The Sun and News. Middleville Mi/March 18 2003/Page 5 Science Olympiad team to compete Saturday by Patricia Johns • Staff Writer What, you might ask, is a “boomilever,” “feathered frenzy” or the “robot ram­ ble”? Members of the Thornap­ ple Kellogg Science Olym­ piad know the answers and they will be competing in Battle Creek this Saturday, March 22, to prove it. Other areas where stu­ dents will be competing arc in bottle rockets, cell biol­ ogy, chemistry lab, compute this, designer genes, disease detectives, dynamic planet with a focus on rivers and lakes, experimental design, fossils, mission possible, polymer detectives, practical data gathering, remote sens­ Galle. Brittney Mating. Chris Etter. Jason Terpstra and Jay Cooley. Sopho­ mores on the team are Lori Ann DeWitt and Nick Roskam. This year’s Juniors include Brent Joyce. Justin Linsea. Levi Harold. Paul Adams. Jessica Julius and Chris Harkness. Seniors competing this year are Jen Burks. Mel Welton. Rebecca Dufresne. Cody Garvey, Samantha Flearman. Ashley Ballard. Jen Piccard. Tricia Nelson. Dave Phillips. Ryan Anderson and Kelly Brinks. “The students have been working hard all year and many are hoping to medal this year,” Shaw said. “I am proud of all their efforts.” ing. science of fitness, sounds of music, the Wright stuff and write it. do it. Coaches this year are Tim Shaw. Cathy Marvin and Jimmy Nelson. They have been meeting with students after school, and this past Sunday the planes created by students were flown in the gym. During some academic center times, students met with coaches on the tough problems they face Students will be meeting at 6:20 a.m. Saturday. March 22, to get ready for the competition at Kellogg Community College in Bat­ tle Creek. Ninth-graders on the team are Kyle Selleck, Nico Scouting for Food drive to seek donations Friday The saying is that “it takes a village to raise a child” and the members of the Middleville 4-H Club are doing their best to help make sure all children in the vil­ lage are cared for. This picture was taken as part of Undie Funday on March 8. The Scouting for Food campaign will begin Friday, March 21 Local Cub Scout Pack 3065 and Boy Scout Troop 105 will distribute plastic bags in as many areas around Middleville as possi­ ble on Friday. Then the boys return and collect the food bags on Saturday morning. The non-perishable items are dropped off at the Mid­ dleville Methodist Church, which serves as the area food bank. Anyone who doesn’t re­ ceive a donation bag and would like to help those less fortunate can drop off nonperishable items at the Methodist Church. IMPALA - One of the 10 top selling cars in U.S.A. Bus' this 2000 for only $11,995 t Tax, Tide. Plate Some of the members of this year s Science Olympiad team take time out for a picture during their academic center preparation time the week before regional competition March 22. The newest,largest,jazziest^ Singer to visit Redeemer Covenant Waybum Dean, Christian solo artist, will present a concert, “A Vertical Jour­ ney” Saturday, March 29. at 7 p.m. at Redeemer Cov­ enant Church, 6951 Hanna Lake Avenue in Dutton. Dean is a former member of the contemporary Christ­ ian Group Acappella and has toured and traveled to a dozen different countries and recorded several al­ bums. “As Long As I Live” is his current CD and includes the ballad “1 Want To Know You More” and “A Thousand Times.” He will be singing these songs along with oth­ ers from this new CD. Tickets are $7 and can be purchased by calling Re­ deemer Covenant church’s office (698-8001) or can be purchased at Baker Book House, 2768 East Paris addition to the “Fun Ship.** fleet: CARNIVAL CONQUEST. Strike up the band! 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When she offered to teach several how to knit, they all took her up on it. boys and Virginia Rahm patiently shows Donald Schram (sitting in foreground). Andrew Buer (sitting in background) and Evan Good (standing) how to cast on girls alike. Since learning to knit works into the “Colonial America” unit they were working on. it seemed the perfect idea. The problem? How to teach that many stu­ dents how to knit at one time. The-solution? Ask for help from knitting moms, grandmas, older students Mothers & More to discuss ‘rainy day blues/ kids 4-H food drive to help less fortunate children Members of the Mid­ dleville Clovers 4-H Club have been working on com­ munity service projects. On March 8 they held an Call 945-9554 anytime for Sun & News ACTION-Ads. Reach over 11,000 area homes every week for just a few dollars! “Undic Funday" at the Mid Villa Lanes. Members brought in new underwear and socks, which will be distributed through the Fam­ ily Independence Agency to help less fortunate children. Then they had fun bowl­ ing. No one kept count of the gutterballs, but the laughter was contagious. This Saturday, March 22, the club members will be collecting food donations at Felpausch, Plumbs and Sav­ a-Lot from 10 a.m. to 2 p.rp. There will also be a food collection box at Middleville Marketplace during the same hours. Caledonia Elementary student Ben Dion shows off his knitting needles made from dowels that were sharp­ ened and sanded smooth. and other staff members. Buekema’s class wel­ comed any loved one will- Real Estate For The Real World"1 Caledonia *9175 Cherry Valiev 891-8980 Pearson-Cook caledonia schools HASTINGS NEW LISTING Beautiful wooded bedrooms. 2 baths. finished lower level, family room, office. storage $129,900 (WQVIRDAWSi C ALEDONIA SCHOOLS NEW CONSTRICTION. 2 story home m award winning Caledonia Schools Home features 3 bednxxns. 21/2 baths mb room Daylight lower kM> available (8099AVAND) S25S.5OO NEW PRICE. WELL BELOW TKi9KBETN> ing to lend a helping hand — or two, to learn their new skill. “They were so excited that they started working with toothpicks and pencils before the actual needles,” said Mrs. Buekema. The students made their needles out of dowels that were sharpened in the pencil sharpener and sanded smooth. These needles fig­ ured to approximately a size 6 in regular needle size. One helper even laughed that it was like the “new craze” many celebrities are picking up as a way to relax — knitting. Long winters and even rainy spring days are likely to bring out the boredom in everybody. Mothers and More a local support group, next Monday evening will discuss ideas on how to keep kids occu­ pied during weather that doesn’t invite anyone out­ doors. "Getting our kids discon­ nected from TV and video screens can be a challenge," says a Mothers & More spokesperson. "That's why we get together and share ideas that are stimulating for kids of all ages." The group will meet at 7 p.m. Monday, March 24, Kids First Learning Place (lower level) 420 Misty Ridge Drive, Middleville. The membership invites any moms in the area to come and join a discussion on the topic, as well as share par­ enting tips. Mothers and More is an international not-for-profit organization dedicated to improving the lives of moth­ ers through support, educa­ tion, and advocacy. Locally, mom-to-mom support, play­ groups, outings, networking, friendship and fun arc of­ fered. Any mothers working outside the home, working part-time or home with chil­ dren full-time can become involved with the group. “We address mothers’ needs as individuals, mem­ bers of society and promote the value of all the work that mothers do,” the spokesper­ son said. Meetings arc typi­ cally the second and fourth Monday of the month at ‘ Kids First learning Place (lower level) 420 Misty Ridge Drive. Middleville. Visitors are welcome to at­ tend several meetings prior to deciding to join. For more information about Mothers and More, call Michelle at (269) 7955242 or visit the website at www.mothersandmore.or g- Saving on home insurance is “No Problem. 1 fll | uiidrcd* of thousands families arc saving money with AuloOwncn Insurance for their home and mobile home priMecUon. Slop in and ask ‘ ** with flexi Me payment plana and “No Problem" datm ^ulo-Ownen Infuroncc Man y Mort Lutings Available! CALEDONIA SCHOOLS 3 BEDROOMS. 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She was raised in Wyoming, Mich., and attended and graduated from Godwin School. She was married to Rus­ sell Durham in 1941 in Belding, Mich. Mrs. Durham was em­ ployed at General Motors from 1941 to 1958 as an assembly diesel injector; food vendor from I960 to 1975. She did dog grooming and was a music teacher. She was a member of the Whitneyville Bible Church. Mrs. Durham was a homemaker, enjoyed ceram­ ics. singing and reading. She was a very special mother, grandmother, and great grandmother, always doing kind deeds for her family and friends. She is survived by two daughters. Charlotte V. Phil­ lips of Middleville. Cleone (Harry) Mcl^ain of Wyom­ ing. Ml; one son. Lyle R. (Lisa) Durham of Pierson; nine grandchildren; two brothers. Forrest (Hazel) Peet of Wayland. Stewart Peet of Orangeville; several nieces and nephews She was preceded in death by her husband. Russell Durham; sister, Eleanor Joppiin and a son-in-law. Ivan (Dedo) Phillips. Funeral services were held Saturday morning, March 15. 2003 at the Beeler Funeral Chapel. Middleville. Rev. Dennis Ross celebrated. Interment Mt. Hope Cemetery. Mid­ dleville. Memorial contributions may be made to Ixwe In­ corporated. Arrangements were made by Beeler Funeral Home. Middleville. Middleville woman helps in phonathon Teresa K. Venton of Middleville helped secure $129,883 in pledges of scholarships during the 27th annual phonathon McMurray College Jacksonville, 111. Seventy-five student volunleers spent an average of 5.5 hours apiece contacting 2,864 MacMurray alumni nationwide to seek monetary pledges for the college dur­ ing the two-week phonathon. Venton is a sophomore majoring in deaf and hard of hearing: teacher education at MacMurray, a 156-ycar-old. career directed liberal arts college where 96 percent of ■ Do You Love to Scrapbook '’ C*« SUiU WortaM»-(26W95 7M9 Winter Carnival set at First Baptist Church Fun, games, downs and excitement will be the theme from 1 to 3 p.m. Saturday, March 29. as the First Baptist Church of Middle­ ville will be putting on a “Kidz Winter Carnival." This is a community-wide event. Any child from 2 years old to fifth grade may come and be part of the fun. Each child must be accom­ panied by a parent Carnival games of all different skill levels will be included to ensure that every child, no matter what age. is sure to be a winner. Prizes will be given out by the hundreds’ No child will be disappoint­ ed by the “haul" that he/she takes way from this day of fun. Clowns will be wandering around entertaining and delighting all ages through­ out the day and there are still a few surprises that will be kept secret until the carnival begins. All the excitement and action will take place from 1 to 3 p.m. in the Willis Recreation Center. There is no charge to attend. _sfteav nleasnve ^HAIR DESIGNERS OPEN 6 DAYS a Week Evenings Always Available Now open late J VMONDAY, fl WEDNESDAY. « s THURSDAY Call today for Appointments! 122 E. Main St., Middleville Call (next to PMy Pt/ra) 795-7719 For Your Appointment!____ West ONE DAY SALE Manufacturer and Distributor Clearance Saturday, March 22nd • 9 am - 3 pm GAS LOGS 20 Available Reg. $349 thru $549 Teresa Venton the students receive scholar­ ships and other forms of monetary aid. The daughter of Ed and Nancy Venton of Middleville, she is a gradu ate of Thomapple Kellogj High School. 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The process will be used to determine if the cost of artificial turf falls within the original proposed budget for soccer and football field im­ provements. The decision is based on three months of gathering community input and indepth product evaluation. The evaluation included company sponsored site vis­ its, more than 100 reference checks and careful study of how it would affect students in the school district. School officials said the increased use of Bob White Stadium by student athletes, band members and the commu­ nity at large is the basis for this decision. Superintendent kevin Konarska and Athletic Di­ rector Mark Uyl, in a pre­ pared stat ement, said. The new generation artificial turf has proven to be a safe play­ ing surface for kids as well as saving school districts op­ erational dollars. District representatives will continue to study this option during the bid process." Driesenga Engineering Co. is currently analyzing the soil and drainage sys­ tems at the stadium to deter­ mine necessary improve­ ments for either continued use of natural grass or a change to artificial turf. A final decision will be made following verification of ac­ tual costs, results of the en­ gineering study and contin­ ued favorable information from the growing list of OPEN SUNDAY MARCH 23 1-3 PM -HASTINGS1317 E. Woodlawn Nkc 4/2♦ ranch on 1.3 wooded acres. deer and wildlife yei ckse to town Huge kitchen, MH!, 2 firepiaces. 2 car garage pirn 2 stall carport. 2 covered patios. VOOth iq ft HU. Conv. Cnh $149,900 (Bmouw N. Id HWAiwa. L ZJ pnvatf drivt) Kevin Y<>der 3*4.4239 Man Ann Gehrke ((H) X9.V9MH4 or (616* 940 X000 COLDIMCMX~ COLDWELL BANKER BAMKOR O SCHMIDT Is planning a 15 year reunion If you know the whereabouts of any erf the following people please contact Colleen at caendresCcxwncast.net via e-mail or Eat Marshall 891-1035 via phone. Bob Dutcher CHS junior expelled for drug offense The Caledonia Board of Education in a special meet­ ing Monday. March 3, voted to consider student discipli­ nary action against a Cale­ donia High School junior. This was the student’s second offense for posses­ sion of a controlled sub­ stance. The substance. Adderall. is a pharmaceutical product listed in the con­ trolled substance category which highly regulates how and where the product is dis­ pensed. At the request of the stu­ dent’s parents, the board met in closed session as per Michigan school law. The decision was to permanently expel the student, per board policy. £=) Ln Caledonia High School Class of 1988 Tony Baker school districts choosing the artificial turf option across the country. The press re­ lease added. “Thornapple Kellogg Schools expect sev­ eral quality turf companies to bid on this project, mak­ ing the process very com­ petitive.” Cindy Price Jamie Barnett Mark Evans Deanna Schuke Apnl Beggs Chnsy Fleury Slone Cindy Seabrooks Shannon Bodary Esther Gehl Elizabeth Sheldon John Bos Tracey Graughran Tony Slew an Kelly Cady Jennifer Haney Rick Tuinstra Lenny Clark MY Lai Sara VanKmken John Cook Brun Marshall Terry VanRhee KhMinaCox Mk had 'Andy* Caiman Jason Welsh Theta Crow Mdlissa 1’ifler Sara Yonker AA, AL-ANON MEETING TIMES C aledonia - 100th and M37. AA meets Tuesdays 6:30 a.m.; and Saturdays 10 a.m. Open Discussion Meeting. (Al-Anon meets Tuesday and Thursday at noon.) 9964 Cherry Valley #3, Caledo­ nia. Contact Jerry R. at 4379452. Monday, Wednesday, Friday, noon, 9669 Kraft Ave., Holy Family Church, AA open meetings. Tuesday and Thursday 5:30. (TFN) TK Students of the Month for February The following young people were chosen as Students of the Month for February at Thornapple Kellogg High School (front row. from left) Julia Tandy. Brooke VanHouten. Brent Joyce. Jordan McCormick, (back row) Nicholas Heidt, A.J. Heidt. Franklin Glass and Jason Robertson Unavailable for the picture were Garland Allison, Chad Brice, Josh Golden, Missty Welker, Jessica Jones and Laura Wemgartz. Middleville AYSO referee training course offered The Middleville A.Y.S.O. will be holding an A.Y.S.O. Regional Referee Training Course on Monday, March 24 and Thursday, March 27, at the Thornapple Kellogg Middle School Cafeteria from 6:00 P.M. to 9:00 P.M This A.Y.S.O. basic refe­ ree class is designed to in­ troduce soccer refereeing. On March 24th the class will cover Child Safe Haven and essentials of the game. On March 27th, the class will go in depth on the rules of soccer and how to referee a soccer match. Attendance at both ses­ sions is required for certifi­ cation. Graduates become certi­ fied as A.Y.S.O. Regional Referees, and are qualified to referee A.Y.S.O. games at the U6, U8, U10, U12, and U14 levels. (Ages 4 to 14). This is a FREE course for those who sign up to referee Middleville A.Y.S.O. games. All course materials are provided, but please bring a pen or pencil and pa­ per to take notes. Must be 12 years of age or older. No soccer or refe­ reeing knowledge or experi­ ence is required! This is a beginning course. Previously certified refe­ rees are not required to at­ tend for recertification pur­ poses. A.Y.S.O. is an all-volun­ teer organization. Your par­ ticipation docs make a dif­ ference. Referees are par­ ticularly needed. You get free training, experience, and certification. Learning the rules of the game makes watching soc­ cer more interesting. Parents enjoy the game by participating with their chil­ dren. It’s a great way to help out your community. National Honor Society students can earn commu­ nity service hours once trained and referee games in either our Spring or Fall sea­ son. Pre-registration is neces­ sary. the Regional Referee Training class size is limited to 20 people. Make your res­ ervation early so we can plan appropriately. For information contact Tom Ward at 616-765-5132 or e-mail to ardtc(oise rv.net. Call 945-9554 anytime to place your Sun & News ACT10N-Ad & reach over 11,000 area homes! Quality Family Eye Care Since 1929 Bard Bloom, O.D. Scott Bloom, O.D. • OPTOMETRISTS • Hours: Saturday 9 am to 12 n<x>n Mon. thru Fri. 9 am to 5 p m ACCEPTED NORTHLAND PROFESSIONAL BUILDING 1510 N. Broadway. Hasting Ml 945-2192 Some things are meant to be a certain way... Like insurance from Pioneer State Mutual. • Comprehensive coverage for homes and vehicles • Discounts for insuring both your home and car • Quick claims response and sound advice it's the way insurance should be. STAUFFER & WIGGERS INSURANCE AGENCY 612 E. Mam St. • Caledonia, Ml 49316 616.891 9294 �The Sun and News Middleville Ml/March 18. 2003/Page 9 Financial Focus Furnished by Drew McFadden of Edward Jones and Co.________________ _______ _ Consider these strategies for leaving a legacy You work hard to provide a comfortable retirement lifestyle for yourself. But, if you’re like most people, you want to do still more - you want to be able to leave a legacy to your children, your grandchildren and those charitable organizations you support. These are all ambi­ tious goals .V4 but fortunate­ ly, you’ve got some good tools available to help you achieve them. To begin with, consider your current assets and how you can most efficiently pass them on Io your heirs. For example, suppose you’ve built up a considerable bal­ ance in your traditional IRA, but you don't think you'll need to use it all to help pay for your retirement. Can you pus on your IRA's tax deferral to your children? Yes, you can - through the concept of the "stretch" or "multi generational" IRA. To understand how the stretch IRA works, you need to know one of the rules governing traditional IRAs specifically, you have to start taking "required mini mum distributions" at age 70 1/2. Basically, the IRS has always required you to take minimum distributions bas­ ed on your life expectancy. However, in 2002, the IRS changed the life expectancy factors used to determine your required minimum dis­ tribution calculations. Con­ sequently, you can now take out smaller amounts of money from your IRA. which allows you to extend the number of years your IRA money grows taxdeferred. Obviously, this change will positively affect how much of your IRA money you can leave to your chil­ dren. But the new rules also permit your children, once they inherit your IRA. to base their minimum required distributions on their life expectancies. So, if they are in their early middle-aged years when they receive your IRA. they can take out relatively small amounts, thereby avoiding big tax hits. The stretch IRA can be a valuable estate-planning tool. But you can also build your legacy while you’re still arouitd to enjoy the results. One vehicle for helping you accomplish this goal is the Section 529 plan, w hich you can use to help pay for your child or grandchild's college education. Section 529 plans, named after the ap­ propriate section in the tax code, are offered as either prepaid tuition plans or state-sponsored college sav­ Caledonia Community Schools Young 5's/Kindergarten Parent Information Meeting If you are the parent of a student entering the Young S's or Kindergarten program this fall please join us March l£th 2003, at 9:30 a.m. or 7:00 p.m. in the Caledonia High School performing arts center for an informational meeting. ings accounts. Section 529 plan contribu­ tion limits are typically quite high - over $200,000 per beneficiary in many state plans. Also, under current law, all qualified with­ drawals will be free from federal income tax. although the money will appear as income on the child’s tax return. Thus far. we've only talked about vehicles that can help you leave a legacy to your family. But what about charitable organiza­ tions? What are some good ways to leave your legacy there? One possibility is to don­ ate an appreciated asset, such as stock or a piece of real estate, to a charitable remainder trust. You'll get an immediate income tax deduction for a portion of the value of your gift. The trust can sell the asset, with­ out incurring any immediate capital gains taxes, and invest proceeds in a diversi­ fied portfolio designed to pay you an income stream for life. Upon your death, the trust will pay out the remain­ ing funds to the charity or charities you've chosen. As you can see, there are several ways in which you can link your name to a lega­ cy of generosity. But before you take action, consult with your tax and legal advisers. You’ll get more enjoyment out of leaving your legacy if you know you've done the best you can for everyone involved. New textbooks and courses discussed by TK school board by Patricia Johns Staff Writer Books and reading were the main topic of discussion at the March 10 meeting of the Thornapple Kellogg Board of Education. One of the books, "Archi­ tecture: Residential Drawing and Design" will replace one now used in the district that is 31 years old. Other books include new technical drawing and Auto CAD tests, a Java methods textbook, music appreciation and health. These books will be available for public re­ view in the school and com­ munity library on Monday, March 24. The board approved two textbooks presented at the Feb. 10 meeting for discrete math and business dictation. Assistant Superintendent Pat Koeze witht he help of McFall teacher Cindy Mid­ dlebush and Candace Bennet form Lee discussed im­ provements in reading for children at both schools. The schools are using the Michigan Literacy provide program is having a impact the teachers can sec already. Data will continue to be analyzedand more teachers are receiving MLPP train­ ing. Alice Jansma will serve as one of the three district representatives to the Thor­ napple Area Parks and Rec­ reation Commission. The board will hold a work session March 24 as the members continue to up date board policy. SERVING OUR COUNTRY Joshua J. Van Alstine Marine Corps Lance Cpi. Joshua J. Van Alstine. son of Peggy J. and Mark A. Johnson of Alto, recently was promoted to his current rank while serving with Marine Air Support Squadron Two. Marine Air Control Group IB. Okinawa. Japan. Van Alstine was promoted based on sustained superior job performance and profi­ ciency in his designated spe­ cialty. 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Camron Moore was one of the students who used the snow day on Wednesday to complete his experi­ ment on the effect of temperature on the rate water freezes. lie 5c>la.r 5ys*rm .Siar+’i Kaitlyn Nink and Dreanna Irwin created a tornado in a bottle and one of the many volcanoes on display Cauldron bubbles were part of the chemistry ex­ periment created by Adam Sinclair. Other chemical experiments at the fair included gack, oobleck and slime. The annual third grade science fair at Lee Elemen­ tary School on March 6 brought out everything from osmosis to the solar system. Here the solar system was created by students Brittany Quint, Kim Hodges and Lauren Ross. 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M 1/M arch 18. 2003/Page 11 Patrick McKeown named Rotary Student of the Month Jaime Nelson, math in­ structor at Thomapple Kel­ logg High School, nominat­ ed senior Patrick McKeown, son of Scott and Deb Mc­ Keown of Middleville, as Rotary' Student of the Month for February . He was nominated for accomplishments in leader­ ship. athletics and acade­ mics. He has been a member of the National Honor Society for three years and he currently serves as presi­ dent. He has been a member of the Thomapple Kellogg Student Council for four years, acting as vice presi­ dent as a junior and presi­ dent as a senior. As president of Student Council, he leads outwardly by running assemblies, dele­ gating tasks and conducting meetings; but more impor­ tant. he leads by example. “He is conscious of his actions and decisions and how they affect those around him,” said Nelson. “Patrick has led activities in the past three years that have helped to raise nearly $20,000, which has been donated to Nelson added. He is a member of the YAC (Youth Advisory Council), a community youth council that discusses area-wide issues and raises I money for various charities. I McKeown also served as a I Patrick McKeown various charities in the com­ munity.” He also attends leadership conferences regular!) where he meets and interacts with other student leaders from schools across Michigan. “The community has also been well served by Patrick where he is a member of the TATU (Teens Against Tob­ acco Use) group that talks to young children about the dangers of tobacco use,” D A R E role model at Page Elementary. Excelling in athletics, he has played soccer for four years at TKHS. earning All­ District. All-Conference honors twice and All-County honors tw ice. He has been a four-year member of the wrestling team earning con­ ference. district and regional championships and has par­ ticipated in the individual and team state wrestling meets. He has surpassed the 150-win mark for his wrestling career. “Patrick is an exemplary student who goes above and beyond what is expected,” Nelson said. "He challenges himself in the classroom s he does in all areas of his life.” Future plans will take Patrick to the Lyman Briggs School at Michigan State University. 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Check out all our Special Services: Big Prints & Posters Folding & Laminating Collating Business Cards Custom Rubber Stamps * Plastic Binding and more! 1351 N.Broadway (M-43) Hastings 269.945.9105 OPEN MON - FRI 8:30 • 6:00 • SAT 8:30 -1:00 �Page 12/The Sun and News, Middleville Ml/March 18. 2003 Caledonia Uge discusses water treatment termmation agreement by Ruth Zachary Staff Writer A transfer agreement be­ tween four parties in 1997, set up for the water system supplying the Village of Caledonia, the Schools, First Real Estate and Riebel De­ velopment, may soon be ter­ minated under a new ar­ rangement. The Caledonia Village Council discussed a water termination agreement April 10, to replace an old agree­ ment, but no action was taken. The township arranged to pay off the debt at $1.2 mil­ lion. The payment to the "big three" would be $700,000, and $160,000 to the village, which would come from a proposed bond issue for the township. If ap­ proved by all parties, the public water system will soon be solely under mu­ nicipal jurisdiction. A problem for the village has to do with the timing of payment. President Daryl Penfold said. Penfold pro­ posed that funds which were to come to the village from the water fund might be ap­ plied toward a public safety water project, to install fire hydrants along a water main where needed in the village. He said no mandatory hookups for village residents were to result if a water main came into the village. Penfold said after six years into the previous water agreement, not many hook­ ups had taken place, from which the village was to be paid for its share of the in­ vestment. He said at the time, it had been advanta­ geous to the township to ex­ pand the water system be­ cause of its needs. "The original agreement had a clause in it... for 20 years, that if payment could not be made at a few hun­ dred bucks at a time, for every connection, that basi­ cally at the end of 20 years, the debt was gone," Penfold explained. "The difference with this agreement was that the pay­ ment was mandatory. It took away the umbrella... but it said the discounted dollar amount, paid equally be­ tween all the parties in­ volved, was a guaranteed NEWS REPORTER WANTED: J-Ad Graphics, publisher of five week­ ly newspapers based in Hastings, is looking for a full-time reporter for police, courts, features and some local govern­ ment meetings. Photographic skills helpful. Writing skills essential. Please send resume and clips to Editor David T. Young, 1351 North M-43 Highway, Hastings, Michigan 49058, email jadnews@voyager.net or call (269) 945-9554, extension 224. payment." "Though it would be up to this council. I think it should be used for public safety or some different ideas, if a water main went in up Main Street or across by Gregg Apartments for example, so it came through up to the Fire Bam. where they could either fill up. or so on." Pen­ fold added. "It's very inex­ pensive to put a line across a field than to put it under a road." "I thought one of the things that could happen is... we were talking about Main Street, some of the stuff Paul (Galdes) was talking about, that while we have the road tom up, that we put a water main in. put hy­ drants in." The village has been gradually working to replace the sewer lines and the vil­ lage streets at the same time. Village Engineer Galdes had explained earlier about matching grant delays for replacing Main Street and the village sewer under it. Penfold said if the street was to be torn up anyway, that would be a good time to put in a water main as well. Penfold continued, "If someone decided to hook up, they could buy a connec­ tion at around $4000, just like anyone else in the town­ ship. But it would not be a mandatory connection." The township is purchas­ ing the unused capacity from the other three part­ ners. Water would be avail­ able to any applicant in the village or township provid­ ing it was still available in the total system. Riebel had bought out the village extra capacity it was explained. The reason more water is still available is be­ cause people are not using the full capacity. Although designed to supply 1200 units, it probably can actu­ ally supply 2400 units, in or­ der to supply enough water during a peaking period, Utilities Administrator Rich VILLAGE OF CALEDONIA COUNTY OF KENT, MICHIGAN NOTICE OF ADOPTION OF VILLAGE ORDINANCE AND SUMMARY OF THE REGULATORY EFFECT THEREOF Pierson explained. He said the three partners still could divide the 1200 units be­ tween themselves as they chose. Although there was not to be a vote on the termination agreement. Penfold asked the trustees to give it some thought and come back with any additional ideas they could offer. Pierson said, “When ever we sell a bond issue, we are required to use those funds for that purpose. We would sell those bonds in August, and have maybe three years to have that happen. If Main Street didn't happen we might want to expend those fund somewhere else. We could probably make a pay­ ment to you, similar to the big three. You could put that in your water fund to use for that purpose." The village would not be required to spend the money within three years. Penfold said the termina­ tion agreement had not in­ cluded a closure date for the money to be turned over. Pierson commented, "The village and the township need to be in control of their own destinies with respect to development." "What happened with the village was that you had a developer and the school build their own water sys­ tem. The village partnered with them and that became part of the township sys­ tem." "What this payback does is allow us at a discounted rate, to eliminate the exist­ ing transfer agreement, and give free and clear title to the public by the township. Pierson continued, "The second item is, the north­ west district," with $4 mil­ lion worth of water mains was 100 percent funded by assessments on those prop­ erties." Those land owners are fully assessed for the im­ provements that are there. They cannot by law, be charged $2,000 per unit or additional fees to pay back someone else in another dis­ trict. "We cannot charge those people for any of this payment." "In respect to how we get the funds to pay this back is from this limited area around the village for new connections which have not been occurring. That's where these revenues would come from," Pierson explained. He said the purpose was not to avoid payment of the debt, but this was a way to pay it and move forward. "He said these matters must be resolved so the two systems can be joined." The long range plan is to join the different systems to offer a more consistent supply, to provide backup in case of a temporary failure, and to better provide water for fire safety. Penfold said under the present agreement, in four or five years it would have cost close to $4,800 or more to hook up to the w ater system, because of the compound in­ terest on a reverse mortgage. These rates priced the sys­ tem right out of the market. because it didn't get paid off. he said. He said everyone who had been involved was shar­ ing the cost. "Its probably the best option." He said he thought water to the fire station would be a good way to spend that money unless "everyone thinks we need the cash to do something else with. They are working very hard to qualify for ISO registra­ tion and rating. And I think hydrants in the village would be a good thing to have." Resident Clarence Slaughter said he thought the township offering to pay off the village with a line in the ground was high handed. Penfold said this proposal had been his idea. Other trustees supported the idea and were unwilling to let Penfold take all the credit . Regular Meeting CALEDONIA VILLAGE Minutes of the Regular Meeting of the Village of Caledonia March 10, 2003 Call to Order at 7 00 p m Pledge of Allegiance Present: Erskine. Bierlein, Maviglia, Unger. Penfold. Audy. Zandstra, Regan & Ayers Absent: None Consideration of meeting agenda: Change under old business-Resolution for Short Street Vacation. Approval of Consent Agenda: Motion by Unger, sup­ ported by Bierlein Motion car­ ried Public Comments - none Township Liaison Report: Engineer’ Report: Paul Galdes made a presentation regarding Main St and the new sewer project Village Manager Report: A. The sheep will be coming back for grass control at the WWTP B Reviewed plans for new DPW garage, will get bids Village President Report: Unfinished Business: A Noise Ordinance-hold B R03-04 Resolution to Vacate and Discontinue a Portion of Short Street in Kinsey's Plat. Motion by Erskine, supported by Bierlein Motion carried C Glen Valley *5-Fmal approval motion by Unger, sup­ ported by Audy Motion carried New Business A R03-05 Ordinance to Amend the Ordinance Code of the Village of Caledonia Motion by Audy. supported by Zandstra Motion carried B Street Dedications for Dobber Wenger Blvd . Kaechele St & Higley St. there will be a ceremony with relatives invited for the dedication C. Termination Agreement for the Water Transfer Agreement Discussion and questions with Rich Pierson Council will act next month D R03-06 Sewer Extension Agreement. Motion by Maviglia. supported by Erskine Motion carried E. R03-07 Resolution of Necessity and to Approve Declaration of Taking for Acquisition by Condemnation of Certain Properly Rights for the Sewer Extension Project Motion by Audy, supported by Maviglia Motion carried Public Comment: None Council Comments Discussion on the snow removal from Village residents sidewalks is being neglected by several cit izens Meeting Adjourned at 8 35 p.m. Respectfully Submitted Sandra Ayers. Clerk (300)) VILLAGE OF CALEDONIA COUNTY OF KENT, MICHIGAN PUBLIC NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that on March 10.2003, the Village Council of the V«age of Caledonia adopted Village Ordinance No. 03-05 an ordnance to amend tie Village Ordnance Code The principal provisions of the ordnance can be summarized as loiows 1 Ordnance No. 03-05 Section 5. i of the Vitage Ordnance Code is amended so as to adopt the Uniform Traffic Code by reference Section 52 ts amended so as to adopt provisions of the Michigan Vehicle Code which do not conflict or overlap with the Undorm Traffic Code Section 5 3 of the Village Ordnance Code is also amended to adopt provisions of toe Michigan insurance Code which reqixre insurance and Section 5.4 ts amended to provide the penalties provided by the Uniform Traffic Code and state law are adopted by reference as the penalties kx notating Ordinance No. 03-05 Sections 5 6 and 5 7 retan the current parking provisions of the V*age of Caledonia Ordinance Code 2. Effective Date The amending ordinance w»fl become effective March 18 2003 Copes of the ordinance may be inspected or purchased at the offices of the Viaage Clerk. 250 South Maple Street Caledonia. Michigan, during VHage office hours PUBLIC NOT'CE IS HEREBY GIVEN that on Apnl 14. 2003, at 7 00 pm, the Village Council of the Village of Caledonia will hold a regular meeting at the Township and Village Hall. 250 South Maple Street. Caledonia Michigan for the purpose of considering the vacation, discontinuance and abol'shment of that part of Short Street lying within the West 22 feet more or less of Lot 8 of Block 6 of Kinseys Plat of the Vifiage of Caledonia being part of Sectton 29. Town 5 North. Range 10 West, Kent. County Michigan Objections to the proposed vacation may be filed with the Village Clerk m writing at the Village offices 250 South Maple Street. Caledonia. Michigan All interested persons may attend the April 14. 2003, Village Council meeting The telephone number of the Village Cterk ts (616; 891-9384 Proposed minutes of the Apnl 14, 2003 meeting win be available at the office of the Caledonia Village Clerk. 250 South Maple Street Caledonia Michigan, eight business days after the meet tng Approved minutes of the meeting will be available at the same address five days after the meeting at which such minutes are approved This notice is given m accordance with Act 267 of the Public Acts of Michigan of 1976, as amended being the Michigan Open Meetings Act Dated March 14. 2003 Dated March 10. 2003 VILLAGE COUNCIL OF THE VILLAGE OF CALEDONIA VILLAGE COUNCIL OF THE VILLAGE OF CALEDONIA 304 302 �The Sun and News. Middleville. M 1/M arch 18. 2003/Page 13 Caledonia Main Street sewer replacement put off until '07 hill at about eight feet in problems w hich occurred in the past. depth under the street. If the work proceeds from Galdes showed the eleva­ tions of the existing road the top of the hill, deepening it would create a backup at relative to the old sewer any point where sewer is lines. "In general you’ve got a still at a shallower elevation. hill that falls from west to It is only possible to deepen all the lines to around 11 east, toward M-37." Another problem with feet and increase the diame­ sewer lines at the eight foot ter of the lines to 12 inches depth is that some of the as they are replaced if the basements of homes along work proceeds west from the street cannot hook up the deeper lines. The township has sug­ with the line. Generally gested future sewer needs basements are deeper than might be created by devel­ the line. But if the sewer opment occurring west of was deepened to 11 to 12 village boundaries, such as feet, these basements could along Kraft. Meeting such flow into the system. future needs would be pru­ The grade and rate of dently dealt with if joined flow down the sewer could with the sewer lines through actually be increased, which the village. However, a 15would help correct backup inch line would be more suited to future flow needs. In the northwest district, the township is installing an 18-inch main. Utilities Ad­ Synopsis of regular meeting ministrator Rich Pierson ex­ plained. This exceeds any demand the village may ex­ pect to occur, which is why ton Street construction was held COUNCIL MEETING MINUTES 3 Adopted Resolution #03village sewer replacement FEBRUARY 25, 2003 Mr Joe Herdu s of Consumers 007, Compensation tor Village has used lines only 12 The regular meeting of the Power, was in attendance at the Trustees on a motion made by inches in diameter. Village of Middleville, Michigan request of the Village of Mr Lytle and supported by Mrs "If you don't have enough Middleville regarding recurnng Council was called to order at VandenBerg 7 00 pm by Mr Floyd Bray. problems with street lights Mr 4 Adopted Resolution #03flow to justify a 12-inch, ciair Miller submitted the month­ Council President Pro Tempore 008, Support tor Barry County and it's at minimum grade, ly Earth Tech report of the Village of Middleville, Road Commission Aoplication you could have some plug­ ACTIONS TAKEN Michigan, in the Council tor Federal Aid (TEA-21) ging problems," Galdes said. 1 Adopted Resolution #03Funding to Construct New Chamber of the Village Hall 005, Request to Thornapple Bridge and Finkbeiner Road Members present Mr Floyd "But if you can put it in a lit­ Township to Return Thornapple Bray. Mrs Dorothy Corson, Mr improvements on a motion tle bit steeper, that would by Ruth Zachary Staff Writer Though the Village of Caledonia was allotted a federal transportation matching grant of $400,000 to replace the Main Street sewer, officials have agreed to wait four more years for the project. Local officials said the grant amount would not build the entire street length, and the costs right now would be prohibitive. Village Engineer Paul Galdes explained March 10 that the Michigan Depart­ ment of Transportation (MDOT) had only approved paving the street section from School Street to Kin­ sey, which contains the ele­ vated portion of the sanitary sewer. However, because village officials hope to co­ ordinate sewer replacement along Main with the street replacement, this has created a logistics problem. A minimum grade for such lines is needed so the sewer will be self cleaning. Engineers believe the lower end of the sewer needs to be replaced first, to prevent po­ tential flow problems as the work is being done. The village installed a new 12-inch diameter sewer line just last year from Main to the sewer treatment facil­ ity near its northern bounda­ ries. That line was deepened by about 10 feet. The old sewer is an eight inch di­ ameter line which follows the drop in elevation of the VILLAGE OF MIDDLEVILLE Michael Lytle. Mr Charles Pullen and Mrs Marilyn VandenBerg Members absent Mr William Kenyon and Mr Lon Myers Minutes of the February 11, 2003 meeting were approved as written The Agenda for the meeting was approved as writ­ ten A Public Hearing regarding Grand Rapids Street/Washing­ Township Emergency Services Building to Village of Middleville on a motion made by Mr Lytle and supported by Mrs VandenBerg 2 Adopted Resolution #03006 Requesting Reallocation of MERS Assets on a motion made by Mrs VandenBerg and sup­ ported by Mr. Lytle NOTICE TO IRVING TOWNSHIP RESIDENTS Irving Township Board will meet on the second Wednesday of each month on the following dates for 2003-3004: April 9, 2003; May 14. 2003; June 11, 2003; July 9. 2003; August 13, 2003; September 10, 2003; October 8, 2003; November 12. 2003; December 10. 2003; January 14. 2004; February 11, 2004; March 10, 2004 All meetings begin at 7:00 p.m. and are held at the Township Hall at 3425 Wing Rd Individuals with disabilities requiring auxiliary aids or services should contact the clerk seven days before scheduled meeting date by con­ tacting the clerk at 3241 Wood School Rd . Middleville, Ml 49333, Phone « (269) 948-8893 Carol Ergang Irving Township Clerk made by Mr Pullen and support­ ed by Mr Lytle 5 Adopted Resolution #03009, Support for Thornapple Area Parks and Recreation Commission Application for ‘Ready to Play* Grant to Build a Play Structure on a motion made by Mrs VandenBerg and sup­ ported by Mr Lytle The motion carried 4-1 with Mrs Corson vot­ ing against the motion 6. Adopted Resolution #03010, Rezoning of 515 and 611 Grand Rapids Street on a motion made by Mr Lytle and supported by Mrs VandenBerg 7 Approved the invoices dated February 21, 2003 in the amount of $20,526 52 on a motion made by Mr Pullen and supported by Mrs VandenBerg 8 Adjourned the meeting at 7 39 p m on a motion made by Mrs Corson and supported by Mrs VandenBerg Respectfully submitted Rhonda L Fisk. Clerk The completed text of the min­ utes may be read at the Village Hall between the hours of 9:00 AM and 5:00 PM. Monday througn Friday (301) help keep the sewer clean." If the township was to share such a line, shared cost would have to be worked out as well. Galdes said. New development along Kraft at present is be­ ing planned to use the schools’ sewer, such as in Scotsmoor and by a church on the west side of Kratt. Village President Daryl Penfold asked. "Really, for what we’re looking at. there really isn't a problem with proceeding with what we arc talking about?’ Galdes agreed. Funding is even more confusing than the logistics of the work. Galdes said, in regard to what had been learned at a meeting of met­ ropolitan planners, which he and Manager Sandra Ayers had attended March 7. Galdes said the estimated cost of the street portion of the project from Kinsey to School would be around $363,000. The sewer portion would be around $123,000 and $71,000 for engineering, for a total of $557,000. The MDOT task force had previously agreed to a $400,000 project, granted for a maximum of 80 per­ cent, but at the last meeting had said the matching amount would be closer to 77 percent. The MDOT also reduced the size of the initial project the village had pro­ posed. and only wanted to consider the worst section of Main Street at this time. Two other sections "were not in as bad condition, and are not eligible for funding." Galdes explained. "We ended up with such a small project here, we can’t use that entire $400,000." He said 80 percent of the to­ tal $363,000. only resulted in around $290,000. "I think we could proba­ bly go back to M-DOT and ask to get the rest of that down at the east end of the project." He explained that the county had just learned that because of the 2000 census. Sparta is in now in the urban planning area instead of ru­ ral. as Caledonia still is. "They had some projects planned up there, that were going to happen in 2(X)6 and 2007 that can no longer use rural funds. So now some rural money has become available for those years. The village is basically now vying with the county in terms of whose projects get done." He said a tentative agree­ ment had been offered that if the village would accept $4(X),(XX) in 2007, then the county would do its county See sever replacement, pg. 14 Without official Public Notice published in your newspaper, this may be all the information you get. Currently and historically, it is the responsibility of government to publish public and legal notices here in Michigan's newspapers. Facts concerning court actions, government bids, zoning changes, tax increases, and legislative proposals are all published here. In fact, it’s the law serving your right to know; assuring that you are informed of events and important information affecting your life and community. Public Notices in Newspapers. Your Right to Know, Delivered Right to Your Door. �Page 14/The Sun and News Middleville. Ml/March 18. 2003 Sewer replacement, continued from pg. 13 projects in 2005 and 2006, and give the village $400,000 in 2007." This is based on what is expected to be available. Penfold said, "Who is running the show in 2007, nobody knows, but you are looking at $550,000 of vil­ lage funds, two year’s entire budgets." If sacrifices are made, and the money put aside, it would be difficult to handle that amount in two years, he said. Galdes said, the planners would be willing in 2007 to do either M-37 to Church, or Kinsey to School. But the downtown section is the least eligible for funding be­ cause it is in the best condi­ tion. That would come to $557,000. "If you were to do the whole thing, from Kinsey to M-37. that would be an ad­ ditional $492,000 of village cost. MDOT will not pick up any of the sewer costs or of engineering," Galdes ex­ plained. "They are still not giving 80 percent at that." he said. He said the village could hold out longer based on this not being enough and ask for the full 80 percent at a later date. Penfold said that even at 80 percent, the project was still out of reach. Advertisement Little Known Secret In Barry County BY DAVID STOWERS Many people in Barry County have no idea that there is a small company in the area called Netpenny.net. Netpenny offers fast, reliable, inexpensive dial-up Internet service to Hastings and the surrounding communities. What’s so refreshingly unusual is that Netpenny charges only $4.95 a month for Internet access and they have no contracts, no set up fees and they don’t even require a credit card. Netpenny is able to keep their cost low by utilizing an underground data center located 85 feet underground in Grand Rapids where there’s no heating or air-conditioning required. 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Ayers said there is only a little over $500,000 of rural funding available. "Our pro­ ject. which is $1.4 million has to be spread out in order to even do it. That's taking away funding for other pro­ jects that need to be done too." she said. "There are other things to do other than the Main Street of the village." Pen­ fold said. Main Street is the only project which qualifies for the grant, however. He said he thought the approach should be to maintain inter­ est. and to stay on the list. And if at that time it can’t happen, that would be faced in the future. But to be ready to accept the matching funds, the vil­ lage would have to commit $80,000 per year for several years. Penfold cautioned. He said, "I'm not sure that will fly, either." "A lot of this depends on federal funding, which is up in the air. too," Galdes agreed. ’They could reduce the amount of transportation funding. They could in­ crease it." He explained the State of Michigan could end up with 95 percent of its contribution to the national funding instead of 80 per­ cent, resulting in more dol­ lars for state highways. In that case, the village might not have so much difficulty getting funding. The chance of getting the money also is better right now because there is more rural funding, Galdes said. Ayers said also, urban funding could be used for rural projects, but not the re­ verse. Even though the vil­ lage is next on the list for 2004, she said, "That doesn't mean we will get it, because other people can come up with projects too." Galdes recommended continuing to pursue the match, but to explain the vil­ lage could not afford it at this time, which council consensus seemed to sup­ port. In the meantime, vil­ lage officials hope to pursue other funding and granting opportunities. 100's & 100'sl of movies for CHARTER TWP. OF CALEDONIA Regular Meeting MEETING NOTICE A Regular Meeting of the Charter Township of Caledonia Board of Trustees will be hetd Beginning at 7 00 pm on Wednesday. March 19th. 2003. at the Caledonia Township/Village HaH 250 Maple Street. Caledonia. Michigan NOTE individuaJs with disabili­ ties may request auxiliary aids and services for the meeting by contacting the Township Clerk at (616) 891-0070 TENTATIVE AGENDA 1. CALL TO ORDER/ROLL CALL 2. PLEDGE OF ALLE­ GIANCE AND INVOCATION 3 CONSIDERATION OF THE MEETING AGENDA 4. PUBLIC COMMENT (BRIEF) 5. APPROVAL OF CONSENT AGENDA A Minutes of the February 19 2003 Meeting B Correspondence Not requiring Board Action C Approval to Pay Bills D Treasurer s Report E. Building Department Report F FOIA Report G Ordinance - 1st Reading Rezomng Request by Davenport College H Ordinance - 1st Reading Request by Dykema Excavators. Inc to Amend the Spring Valley Estates PUD 6. INQUIRY OF CONFLICT OF INTEREST 7 REPORT FROM BOARD OFFICERS AND STAFF A Township Manager Update on New Library B Assessor Report on Board of Review 8 CORRESPONDENCE 9. UNFINISHED BUSINESS A Sign Ordinance - 2nd Reading B Resolution of Intent to Sell Capital Improvement Bonds C Resolution to Approve Water Termination Agreement D Resolution to Approve Lepard Park Assessment Contract E Resolution to Establish Public Hearings F Resolution to Approve Cascade Water Main - 60th St Agreement G Motion to Approve NW Progress Payments Community, forum scheduled Community broadband survey results to be released March 26 A Community Forum is scheduled for Wednesday, March 26 to present the findings of the recent market research of Barry County businesses and residents per­ taining to Internet use and other connectivity services. Providers and their serv­ ices in the county will also be outlined. Additionally, information regarding local free Internet access sites will be provided. The public is welcome to attend the forum from 9:3011:30 a.m. in the Commu­ nity Room of the Barry County Courts & Law Building, located at 220 West Court Street, Hastings. (The Community Room is on the first floor, just inside the building entrance). This Community Forum is part of the county’s LinkMichigan initiative with Io­ nia and Kent counties to en­ sure access to broadband connection services through­ out the region. Representa­ tives from the project's tele­ communications consulting firms will present their find­ Dennison, coordinator for ings: Virchow Krause & the Barry County project, al Company of Madison. Wis. (269) 924-1415 (e-mail ad­ will present market research dress: ldennison(abarryfindings and Broadband De­ county.org) or visit the fol­ velopment 3 of Chicago. III. lowing LinkMichigan Web will outline broadband pro­ sites: http://linkmichiganviders and their services. michigan.org (statewide ini­ For more information re­ tiative) and www.grandcomgarding the upcoming forum munity.net/linkinichigan or the LinkMichigan initia­ (Barry-Ionia-Kent project). tive, please contact Luella Reach over 11,000 area homes with an ad in the Sun & News. Call 945-9554 to place your ad today. * Full Size Chevy Silverado 4x2 SALE!! aider's Caledonia Village Centre F 891-9292 M-F 10 a.m.-5:30 p .m. 1 Water Plant PE fi1 A Dunigan #13 H Motion to Approve DPW Building Improvements 1 Water We« Quotes 2 New Carpet Quotes 3 Intenor Painting Quotes 10. 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Ml/March 18. 2003/Page 15 New DPW garage for Caledonia Village? by Ruth Zachary Staff Writer A new Department of Public Works garage may be built on Caledonia Village property near the sewer treatment plant at a cost be­ tween $60,000 and $70,000. Manager Sandra Ayers ex­ plained March 10. The proposed size was re­ duced to a 80 x 40-foot floor plan and pole construction on concrete, with 14-foot walls. z The two ends of the ga­ rage would include floor drainage, with a flat center portion. This area would al­ low future expansion of an enclosed heated space size. 30 x 40 feet. This would have a dropped ceiling and above, overhead storage of some equipment or materials would be possible. There would be a bath­ room with water, but with few other extras. One bay would access the heated end and a drive-through bay would allow village vehicles easy ingress and egress, with overhead doors. Equipment now stored outside, like the wood chipper, could be in­ doors. Ayers said "The current buildings we have are not serving our purposes any more." The current shed, with a dirt floor would probably be tom down. Bids will be solicited. In other business last week, the council discussed the following: • New village streets in the business section near the Caledonia Village Centre will be dedicated in the fu­ ture, but a date is not yet set. A ceremonial dedication will be planned. • A sewer extension con­ tract with Bosco Construc­ tion was unanimously ap­ proved by the council. The village will condemn a 25-foot wide strip of land at the east side of Gregg Apartments to acquire the land to allow extension of the public sanitary sewer from the apartments on the south line, south westerly to Kinsey to serve develop­ ment on the Bosco property. Negotiations with the owner of Gregg Apartments did not result in an ease­ ment. after which Bosco paid $2,500 for an appraisal, a sewer extension agreement was drafted, and condemna­ tion was to proceed. Bosco is to pay legal fees con­ nected to that action. They will connect to the water system as well as to public sewer. Gregg spokesmen have in­ dicated they would agree to the move, but asked for a clause stating the apartments would not be required to connect to any public water lines in the future. • A resolution to set a public hearing for April 14 to vacate a portion of Short Street was adopted. • An ordinance to amend the Ordinance Code of the Village of Caledonia to re­ flect the Oct. 20 state change of the Uniform Traf­ fic Code was adopted. Vil­ lage President Dan i Penfold commented that the require­ ment that municipalities amend their ordinances each time the state changes the traffic code was very expen­ sive because review by the attorney is required. Ayers commented that if the state could send an amendment which the vil­ lage could simply adopt, the process would be easier. • Farmers who grazed sheep at the sewer plant grounds last year reportedly were pleased with the ar­ rangement and plan to con­ tinue the agreement with the village again this year. • Glen Valley Plat No. 5 was approved with an amended site plan, showing a walkway between lots 172 and 171 to allow passage from Glen Valley to the schools. • Nick Unger reported the Joint Village/Township In­ dependence Day Committee had approved a fireworks contract. He commented that the effects of the National Explosives acts had more to do with the parties in charge of the pyrotechnic displays than the municipality spon­ soring it. • Dan Erskine reported property owners are gener­ ally negligent in their snow removal responsibilities, es­ pecially along routes where children walk to school. He said the school also was negligent about cleaning walkways on the grounds. He suggested fining owners if walks are not cleaned at least six hours after a snow fall. He also said council members need to set an ex­ ample for others and to spread the word about all residents' duty to clean their walks. Over Your Head In Debt? LIQUIDATION—REORGANIZATION Bankruptcy Stop in for FREE Bankruptcy informational brochure. Michael J. McPhillips 945-3512 Evening Appointments Available Thornapple approves Drogowski rezoning by Patricia Johns Staff Writer Members of the Thornapplc Township Board have approved a request for rezoning 140 acres owned by Frank Drogowski from agri­ culture-residential to ruralresidential. This rezoning request was recommended by the Thornapple Township Planning Commission Scott Finkbeiner received a plaque from assistant Chief David Middleton on his retirement from service with Thornapple Township Emergency Services. Mid­ dleton praised Finkbeiner for his carrying on three generations of firefighting service. The township has an­ nounced that it will issue bonds for the proposed new emergency services facility. Bids are due by Thursday, March 27. The township is working with Yankee Springs Town­ ship on a way to pay for the insurance of new fire equip- Solid Impact Fitness HOURS: M-Th 5am-9pin; Fri. 5am-8pm Sat. 8am-2pm; Sun.9ani-3pin 9175 Cherry’ Valley, Ste. K Caledonia, 891-2994 Athlete of the week ment owned by Yankee Springs. The clerks will work out the most equitable and easy to track system. Members of the Thornap­ ple Heritage Association will attend the April meeting to discuss the future of the depot. The board members also are working on the budget for the next fiscal year, pay­ ment schedule for TTES employees and a new com­ munications system for the new fire facility. The next meeting of the Thornapple Township Board will be at at 7 p.m. Monday, April 14. Scott Finkbeiner accepts thanks and a plaque noting his 18 years of service to TTES from assistant chief Dave Middleton. 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Rybiski and Hernandez are attending paramedic school and working toward Yankee Electric Dan Gunther. Licensed & Insured Electrician • Service Upgrades • Troubleshooting • New / Remodels Middleville, MI 49333 • Residential Light Commercial their cerification. Hernandez was out on a call, but Rybiski thanked the Dykstras saying. "This will really help. I appreciate it." David Dykstra explained that they had set up the fund to help those working for Thornapple Township Emergency Services be­ cause of their respect for TTES and for the help they have received. The Dykstra scholarship is administered by the Thor­ napple Area Enrichment Foundation. Cell (269)838-8758 Ph/I'ax (269)795-4879 YOUR ONE STOP WATER STORE Dear editor: As a 1968 graduate of Caledonia High School. I would like to recognize the Fighting Scots' boys basket­ ball team for their quality and heart in the district fi­ nals March 7 at Godwin High School. In the district playoffs. Caledonia looked past a poor season to defeat Kelioggsville and then Rogers in double overtime to reach the district tournament fi­ nals. Even though they lost to South Christian. 99-61 the score belies reality. It could easily have been much worse for them had they rolled over and given up. Understand this is said not to put down the Caledo­ nia team at all, but to recog­ nize that they improved a lot since November, performed really well, kept their emo­ tions in check, and played hard with true sportsman­ ship. Unfortunately they en­ countered a team that proba­ bly has five seniors going to Division I colleges and is ranked number one overall in Michigan. Sometimes that happens in high school sports, where for one reason or another, a school will dominate a sport for awhile. Caledonia once dominated for a decade in track; Belding did it in foot­ ball, and East Grand Rapids does it in swimming. I guess its South’s turn. But in watching the Dis­ trict game I saw the Caledo­ nia guys play physical, re­ ject “trash talk” and refuse to quit. I saw Caledonia’s Abe Mulvihill help a South player up. pat them on the back and continue playing as hard as he could against the same man. It was Greg Jousma who twice out re­ bounded South's, 6-10 Ari­ zona bound senior Kirk Walters. But we can see the difference in the level of play in the game as Walters scored 21 points compared to Jousma’s nine. Nonethe­ less. Jousma stayed in there and was not intimidated. At the game's end, both sets of players shook hands and congratulated one an­ other. I heard more than one Caledonia player wish South the best as they continue in the playoffs. Though not the case Friday night, if you're Caledonia it feels good to beat South Christian when you can because you know their standard is to always be good. That respect is as it should be. but I know that no one. in either locker room, was anything but a winner Friday night. The Caledonia student cheering section was enthu­ siastic and well behaved. One Caledonia cheer. Quality work at competitive prices Senior Citizen Discounts “Overrated.” might have been considered taunting had the score been close, but with a 40-point differcntia.1 it seemed mostly bizarre. The cheerleading squad might want to replace that cheer. Some Caledonia stu­ dents had handmade T-shirts that read “God Loves Me for Free” and paraded in front of the South Christian stu­ dents at the end of the game. No one was quite sure if it was oblique observations on tuition policies, a political statement in support of state support of private schools, or intended as sexual innu­ endo. Perhaps the shirts should have a comma. Caledonia has been through three varsity basket­ ball coaches in the past four years, it looks like coach Ja­ son VanderWoude will be a winner for Caledonia He is developing a foundation for the team, looks to have his priorities straight and he definitely wants to win. 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June Stopples and her friend, Lion visited McFall Elementary with a puppet show and puppet work­ shop. This is an annual visit for Stopples who is well known as a puppeteer and educator. Buns (the rabbit) has traveled America and came to visit Lee and McFall students during Reading month. Read the HASTINGS BANNER and get all the local news. Call us at 945*9554 to order your subscription today. Springfor a new ride today! 02 MERCURY COUGAR Coupe. V-6, auto., only5K miles. *14,995 03 BUICK RENDEZVOUS 99 CHEV SILVERADO CXL Plus. 4.000 miles LS 4x4, extended cab. *24,995 *16,495 99 PONT TRANSPORT *11,995 • Chevrolet • Buick • Pontiac 795-3318 • 891-8151 M-37 North of Middleville. Across from MidctteviJla BRUCE'S FRAME & ALIGNMENT • Complete Frame Repair • Professional Color Matching • Loaner Cars • Front End Alignment • Collision Repair • Glass Repair extended length, leather captains chairs CAVIN Harpbeat brought an African music show to Page. 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The new system is called “LakeNeL** Prior to developing the I>akcNet system, the librar­ ies in the cooperative used a web based catalog called “Java WcbPAC ” Problems with this system included slow connections, it wouldn't run on Macintosh computers and some could not connect at all due to in­ compatibility. Most patrons will see re­ visions to the on line cata­ log. For the libraries in the Lakeland Cooperative the system includes integrated circulation features which will make it easier for librar­ ies to serve readers. LakeNet should offer many improvements,. It will be easier for patrons to place holds on books. If you saw a book on television but you aren’t quite sure of the name. LakeNet's expanded infor­ mation including cover art. reviews and other details will be displayed. The web interface will be easier to use. But as the new system is being installed some delays may affect patrons at local libraries including the Thor­ napple Kellogg School and Community Library and the Freeport District Library. Beginning Monday, March 24. the old system will be taken down. Librar­ ies will use a "check-out" only procedure. Between March 24 and April 7. readers will not be able to renew materials, ob­ tain new library cars, have their card numbers looked up, place holds on items, pay fines or have books and other materials checked in. Joanne Boyer from the Thornappie Kellogg School and Community Library says, "I am amazed at how smoothly the system changes have been so far. Wc have had to upgrade our computers but we are ready for the change." The Lakeland Coopera­ tive is supported by its 40 member libraries. Fees went up this year to help pay the costs of the new LakeNet system. 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VandenBosch, Jennifer Van- THORNAPPLE AREA j ENRICHMENT FOUNDATION Our Hometown Charitable Organization Caledonia Last Chance! Studio Only Expires 3-31-03 MISSION: To enrich and enhance the quality of life in the Thornapple Area by acting as a leader and catalyst in the evolving needs of the community. For scholarship and charitable grft information please write to: P O Box 164 Middleville, Michigan 49333-0164 tktaef @ hotmaii.com ___________________ __ ____ _______________________________j �hxSTlKSS PUBLIC USRAR1 121 S CHURCH SI HASTINGS W 0W0W00 F HASTINGS PUBLIC LIBRARY 121 N CHURCH ST HASTINGS Ml 49058 i and Ne Your Hometown Newspaper Sen/ing Middleville and Caledonia Areas 132nd year Middleville. Michigan 49333 No. 8/February 18, 2003 Good seats still available for “Occupation Murder” by Patricia Johns Staff Writer If you haven’t made res­ ervations to see this year’s dinner theater production by the Village Players of Mid­ dleville. then you have missed a treat of a show and an opportunity to laugh out loud. Seats are still available for Feb. 21 and 28. The cast includes Maggie Benjamin. John Bremer, Mike Bremer, Doug Brinks. Julie Coon, Brent Dietiker, Randy Eggers, Adam Gravelyn, Patty Higley, Su­ san Nelson. Carolyn New­ man. Pete Osborne. Robin Schweitzer and Helen Wingeier. They even get funny help from their friends in the audience.' Cravcro asks. “Have you ever wanted to be a contest­ ant on a game show? We in­ vite you to participate in the popular TV game show ‘It’s A Living,’ on location in the Meadows Room at the MiddleVilla Inn for a limited en­ gagement.” This is the ninth annual dinner theater presentation. The actors are looking for­ ward to enthusiastic “studio audiences” joining them. Lock-in a success at TK Middle School Why would any students want to be locked into their school? Why for fun of course. Students who have managed to be “good" all year were treated to more than 6 hours of fun, food, games and prizes on Feb. 14. Organizer Christy Wierenga, all the teach­ ers and more than 50 parent volunteers worked to­ gether to create a great evening. Face painting was really popular. Here teacher Suzanne Gottlick works on a butterfly with lots of onlookers. Who was faster, the girl or the game?: Continued on page 10 Thornapple Twp. OKs TTES millage cramped quarters now hous­ by Patricia Johns ing Thornapple Township Staff Writer Thornapplc Township Emergency Services appara­ voters Tuesday narrowly ap­ tus and personnel. TTES Chief Mark Marenproved a millage request for more than $2 million to fund tette said. "All of us in the a new emergency services service are grateful for those who went to vote on Tues­ facility. Just under 550 Thomap- day. We know that times are tough and we are grateful ple Township residents braved the inclement that the decision was made weather. The levy request that will allow us to serve won by a count of 296 to the community more effi­ ciently." 247. Marentette also praised The new facility, to be built on land purchased by the hard work of the facili­ the township on Railroad ties committee which work Street, will replace the over several years looking at sites, meeting with archi­ tects and the TTES staff to design a building that will meet the needs of the com­ munity Dan Parker, a member of the facilities committee, noted before the vote that the decision of township residents would impact the quality of emergency serv­ ices throughout the commu­ nity. Marentette pledged to work with those setting fire insurance rates to make sure that improvements in the fa­ cility as well as the new ap­ paratus purchased by both TTES and Yankee Springs Township would be consid­ ered as rates are set in the area. Specification documents are being prepared and bids should go out within the next three weeks. Marentette said that the optimistic pro­ jections of the architects put the building ready for occu­ pancy by the end of Septem­ ber. "Realistically, I hope we will be in by the end of this year," he said. The cast of the game show are elegant and catty toward each other. Pictured are Patty Higley and Julia Warren, publisher Paul Irwin, played by Adam Gravelyn and singer Virginia Singleton, played by Robin Schweitzer. Announcer Edward St. James (standing on left in the back) is a notable presence as played by Randy Eggers. Bowtie clad and appro­ priately underhanded Dennis Clark (Doug Brinks) is the game show’s moderator. Lies, deceit, and murder fill “Occupation Murder,” and there is no lack of laughs as well. Audience participation will help solve the crime. Cost of the dinner is $22.50 per person for an Italian style buffet dinner with cheesecake for dessert. Reservations are a must and must be made directly with the MiddleVilla Inn by call­ ing 269-795-3640 or 800845-5269. “If you’ve joined us be­ fore, you know you’ll walk into a memorable evening. If you are a first time guest be prepared to have an unfor­ gettable time,” Cravero adds. This year’s play was writ­ ten by Billy St. John, and the presentation is produced by special arrangement with the Eldridge Publishing Company. Each year the Village Players work hard to top their previous performances. This year is no exception. Play goers should espe­ cially keep their eyes open for the star turns presented by Steve Wiersum this year. It is amazing what hidden talents community members keep under a bushel most of the year. More photos on pg. 2 In This Issue Mural celebrates diversity; district promotes tolerance $400,000 grant approved to improve Main Street Thornapple Twp. treasurer sets date of resignation Village planner, finance director receive 3% pay hikes Now that the levy is passed the new Thomapple Township Emergency Services building will be completed by the end of the year �Page 2/The Sun and News. Middleville, MI/February 18, 2003 "Occupation Murder,” from pg. 1— Grashuis is 2003 Woman of Achievement Christian Senior Party, which she chaired for three years. Her husband is in real estate and she has been a cornerstone in remodeling and redecorating cottages for resale. Be* was employed as a bookkeeper for a large furni­ ture company and as a assis­ tant buyer for Meijer Corpo­ ration in Grand Rapids, where she grew up. “Community service is a big part of my life" says Bev. “and our club has helped me fill that part." Five years ago. she cre­ ated the "Holiday Dinner with Friends" fund-raiser in Beverly Grashuis . December that raised money children were in elementary for local commun'ty needs. and junior high school and As a result of these dinners, as coordinator of the South three area families were helped when their homes burned to the ground; dona­ tions have been made to­ OPEN 6 DAYS ward the Yankee Springs a Week Township Mini-Park pro­ Evenings Always ject; and funds are waiting Available for another need when it HAIR DESIGNERS arises. Beverly has chaired the ad sales campaign to Now open late raise money for art and aca­ ^MONDAY, demic scholarships and sells advertising space to area WEDNESDAY, businesses that created the Gun Lake Business Direc­ . THURSDAY tory. She is the special events Call today for Appointments! The General Federation of Women’s Clubs (GFWC)Gun Lake Area has selected Beverly Grashuis to repre­ sent them at the GFWC Michigan state convention this year as Woman of Achievement. Grashuis moved to the Gun Lake area 15 years ago with her husband of 30 years. Jack, and their four children — Andrew. Alison. Courtney and Chelsea. Join­ ing the GFWC-Gun Lake Area club in 1998 gave her “a way to give back to the community,” she said. Grashuis already was a community-involved volun­ teer with her work as coordi­ nator of the Cutlerville Christian Schools annual C hristmas Bazaar when her .sfteai* feasnve coordinator for the Gun Lake Community Church, which calls for organizing and preparing meal events for large gropps. and she was a Sunday School teacher. She co-chairs the scholar­ ship Dinner Theater event and has served as hostess and cell phone rover for the fail homes tour fund-raiser. She entered her home in the tour as well. Bev works with the Con­ servation Department on Adopt-a-Highway; supports other fund-raisers such bake sales, dishcloth sales, jew­ elry purchases, has helped at the GFWC-Gun Lake Area Lending Library, and through her contributions of Pennies-a-day supports Girlstown, GFWC Michigan Education Foundation and Bay Cliff. “Bev prefers to work be­ hind the scenes and im­ merses herself in club, school and church projects with dedication and fi­ nesse,” Club President Fran Leonard said. “There is no doubt why the women of GFWC-Gun Lake Area club selected Beverly Grashuis as their representative as Woman of Achievement for 2003. She is exactly that!” John Bremer (left) is appropriately stressed as Buzz Langston, the overworked director of "It’s a Liv­ ing." While his assistant Frank Rawlins, playea by Brent Dietiker. is helpful, the wealthy dipsomaniac Alene Clark, causes only trouble for them. 122 E. Main St., Middleville mew to Call 795-7719 For Your Appointment! ’American Legion Post Caledonia Food Events for February All events start at 5:30 p.m. • Public Welcome February 14, 2003 Prime Rib February 28. 2003 Fish Fry 616-891-1882 1 I I I I I I I I -D Elizabeth Kelson Sharon Emerson Joan Guikema Lois Heckman Debra tampan! John McCleve Mary Kay McCleve Mark. McCleve Deanna McCuifor The Gun Lake Commu­ their parents and grandpar­ nity Church has scheduled a ents and the Gun Lake Com­ satellite seminar on “post­ munity Church’s intent is to modern parenting” from 7 to help parents with this visual presentation. 9 p.m. Saturday, Feb. 22. The satellite seminar will Adolescents today face many problems not faced by present value-centered sex education, focus on the pre­ vention of drug and alcohol and abuse, the changing Call 945-9554 use media and technology, cre­ ating a family guide for ra­ to place your dio, TV and movies and how to decide about accept­ Sun & News able music. 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RODGERS DR., CALEDONIA, Ml I S ‘Postmodern parenting' seminar set for Feb. 22 FREE MARKET ANALYSIS LLL Maggie Benjamin plays Lois Bennett, the Holly­ wood agent who is looking for new talent Here she and Patty Higley as Julia Warren discuss a contract problem. * QuJd>.. * * W1JU dy... willt * . TPW'JJ&h The jZjryiSJ AA* s. < writ •JJ1-3373 Salon. Inc Lite Coicnr & fill • �The Sun and News, Middleville Ml/February 18. 2003/Page 3 Musical concerts scheduled at TK Music students at Thornapplc Kellogg High School have just finished with dis* trict vocal and instrumental solo and ensemble festivals. Some of their hard work will be on display during upcom­ ing concerts. The Michigan School Vo­ cal Music Association Dis­ trict 10 area covers Barry. Allegan and parts of Kent. Ottawa and Ionia counties. Students from more than 100 schools compete during the year. The MSVMA District 10 solo/Ensemble festival was held Jan. 25 at Grand Valley State University. Receiving Division 1 ratings were Luke Rosenberg for a tenor solo, Elise Nyland for a soprano solo and Katie Bcdrick and Nyland for a duet. These students are now eligible for the state festival which will be held in late April. The Michigan School Band and Orchestra Asso­ ciation held its District 10 Solo/Ensemble festival at Kentwood High School on February 8. Division I rat­ ings qualify students to compete at the state festival on March 22 at Grand Val­ ley State University. Jessica Julius won for a flute solo. Kelly Brinks for a trumpet solo and Holly Smith and Brinks for a trum­ pet duet. The Concert Choir will perform on Monday. Feb. 24 at 7 p.m. at the TKHS audi­ torium. Included on the pro- AA & AL-ANON gram are “Hawaiian Roller Coaster Ride” from Dis­ ney’s Lilo and Stitch, as well as a medley of selec­ tions from Disney’s “The Lion King." Honors Choir members will sing Thursday. Feb. 27 at 7 p.m. in the TKHS audi­ torium. Selections include Carly Simon's “Let the River Run,” highlights from the musical “Annie.” “May it Be” from the Lord of the Rings, and a medley of Paul Simon tunes including “Scarborough Fair” and “The Sound of Silence.” Admission is free. Direc­ tor Ray Rickert invites the public to attend. Holly Smith (left) and Kelly Brinks won Division 1 ratings for their trumpet duet at during the solo/ensemble competition in February. Jessica Julius earned a Division 1 rating for her flute solo. Dufresne nominated as Rotary Student of Month Krista Beach, health and nia. Contact Jerry R. at 437- physical education instructor at Thomapple Kellogg High 9452. Monday. Friday, noon, •School, nominated senior 9669 Kraft Ave.. Holy Rebecca Dufresne, daughter Family Church. AA open of Kim and Cathy Dufresne meetings. Tuesday and of Hastings, as Rotary Student of the Month for Thursday 5:30. (TFN) January. “Rebecca was nominated for her impeccable work ethic, for her industrious involvement in extra-curric­ ular activities, and for her kind, gentle compassion and sensitivity shown toward others.” Beach said. Her accomplishments include the Thornapple Arts Call 269-795-4166 for guaranteed pick-up, Council Summer Theater program, vice president and or drop your donations off at Telco Tools, 985 Grand Rapids Street. Caledonia - 100th and M 37. A A meets Tuesdays 6:30 a.m.; and .Saturdays 10 a m. Open Discussion Meeting. (Al Anon meets Tuesday and Thursday al noon.) 9964 Cherry Valley #3, Caledo­ Winning Division 1 ratings for their vocal expertise were Elise Nyland. Luke Rosenberg and Katie Bedrick. CAN DRIVE Door-to-door, Middleville Saturday, February 22 9 a.m. - Noon Proceeds to offset the varsity Florida Spring Training Trip. THANK YOU Dad has spent sixty years working the farm and now he has trouble remembering how to start the tractor. We at Woodlawn Meadows offer a delightful alternative to nursing homes with our quality assisted living facility that provides specialized alzheimer's/dementia care. • 24 Hour Compassionate Care • Respite Care • Emergency Call System • Dementia Care • Individual Personal Assistance • Barber & Beauty Shop • Podiatric Care • Complete Laundry & Housekeeping • Activity Programming • Wheelchair Accessibility • Medication Management 7 CXteMawn fl 1821 N. East St. Hastings An Assisted Living & Specialised Memory Care Community 269-948-4921 r~- Mothers & More to share quick meal ideas Mothers and More will be sharing their recipes, sam­ ples and ideas to solve din­ ner dilemmas at 7 p.m. Monday, Feb. 24. The meeting topic is "Working Moms on the Run: Quick Meal Ideas." The group’s meetings are the second and fourth Mon­ day of the month at 7 p.m. at Kids First Learning Place (lower level), 420 Misty Ridge Drive, Middleville. The local group offers mom-to-mom support, play­ groups, outings, mom's night out, networking and fun. Anyone who is employed outside the home, works part-time or is at home with children full-time is encour­ aged to attend several meet­ ings without obligation be­ fore joining. "We are excited and hop­ ing that more moms will join us since the move to our new meeting site’, says a spokeswoman for the group. Mothers and More is an international not-for-profit organization dedicated to improving the lives of moth­ ers through support. educa­ tion. and advocacy. For ad­ ditional Mothers and More information, call (269) 7955242, or visit the website a: w w u mothcrsandmore.org. Rebecca Dufresne former treasurer of the 4-H Hair Raisers, the Thornapple Arts Council Summer Theater Workshop, TKHS fall plays and spring musi­ cals, cheerleading. Science Olympiad, National Honor Society, and member of the TKHS marching band. Future plans include a the­ ater major at Carthage College in Wisconsin. �Page 4/The Sun and News, Middleville. Ml/Fetxuary 18, 2003 Red Cross manages blood supply DC. has stated that the Red Cross will work with other members of the blood bank­ ing community to meet the blood needs of civilians and military personnel as situa­ tions arise. In the event of war. the Red Cross will manage the As the United States pre­ pares for possible war with Iraq, the American Red Cross Blood Services is gearing up to respond to and manage an increased inter­ est in donating blood. Red Cross National Head­ quarters in Washington. blood supply and blood col­ lections according to both patient need and the capac­ ity to collect, process, test and store blood and blood products. “Experience has shown that donor response to events like 9/11 can over­ whelm need and capacity.” says Fred Stems. Chief Ex­ ecutive Officer in the Great Lakes Blood Services Re­ gion. “We need to remain continually vigilant to en­ sure we remain good stew­ ards of our nation’s blood supply.” For the time being, the Red Cross is urging donors to make an appointment to give blood in the coming weeks and months. “We re also encouraging donors to consider giving every two months, or a min­ imum of twice a year, to help meet existing and fu­ ture blood needs." Stems says. Blood donors must be at least 17 years old. weigh at least 110 pounds, and be in good general health. The process of giving blood takes about an hour. For more information on donor room or blood drive near you. call 1-800-GIVE-LIFE You can also give at this special Red Cross Blood Drive: Thursday. Feb. 20. noon to 5:45 p.m.. Mid­ dleville First Baptist Church. 5075 N. Mid­ dleville Road. Middleville / tyfatl/uaA t LOCAL CHURCH DIRECTORY AIASKA BAPTIST CHURCH A Llting Church - Serving a tiling Lord Morning Worship Fellowship Time Sunday School Evening Praise WEDNESDAY 9:30 a.m. 10:35 a.m. 10.50 a m. ............... 6 00 p.m Family Night 6:30 p m . 7240 68ih Street. SE - Caledonia 2 miles east of M-37 Pastor, Dr fin an F Harrison Youth Pastor Kevin Stiles COMMUNITY a place to belong C H U H C H a place to become (Contemporary, Casual, Non-denominational) Sunday Morning Worship Youth Ministry 9:10 8 11:00 a m 891-0576 Now meeting in our new building at 8175 Broadmoor4 Rr\ Mu hart Stowell, lead Pastor Joe Cipcic, Worship Leader Denns Houma. Youth Pastor Chun h Offii e 616-Ml -0287 _____Visit our weD site www bnghtside org______ CALEDONIA CHRISTIAN REFORMED CHURCH FIRST BAPTIST CHURCH OF MIDDLEMLLE M-37, north of Middlevffie • 795-9726 Bruce N. Stewart, Senior Pastor Tim A. V ine. Asst PaMor Youth Douglas G. Beason. Visitation Pastor Gary Weaver. Music Minister Pastor David Stewart. CE - Children's Pastor Sunday School Sunday Morning Worship Service Sunday Evening Service Wednesd.iv Mid Week Prayer Word of Life Clubs 11.00 am 6.00p.m. 6:45pm 6:45p.m 10 00 a m 1115 a.m. 6.00 p m. YOU ARE INVITED Rev Tom DeVnes. Pastor - 795-9901 1664 N. M-37 Highway GRACE UNITED REFORMED CHURCH Services at 9 30 a m. and 6 p.m. Rev. R. Scott Greenway. Pastor Keith Slulp, Youth Director Al Tiemeyer, Community Calling 9255 84th Street. Alto. Ml 49302 One mile east of WFntneyville Rd Church Office: (616)891-1512 M-37 at 100th St. Rev P Adams Phone 891-8440 ew Life RtSTIAN CHURCH 10 AM Sunday Morning 3449 - 76th St. S.E., Caledonia 698-9660 A Church for today's world Spirit-filled family Church. Sunday School for ages 3 yr. thru 6th grade: Sr. High. Sun. 6:30 pm Jr. High. Sun. 6:30 pm GUN LAKE COMMUNITY CHURCH Ulje ®Ri Hume fflctljobist (Eljurd) 12200 West M 179 Highway (Chief Noonday Road) Wav land. Ml 49348.79S 7903 Kraft Avenue at Johnson Street Meeting you. your friends, and your family - right where you 're at - through: Rev. Dave LeBlanc, Pastor Relevant Messages Dynamic Music Quality Child Care and Programs Phone 891-9259 Saturday Evening Mass ... .5:00 p.m. Sunday Mass . .9:00 a.m. & 11:00 a m. Worship Hours 900 a m and 1030 a m 5590 Whitneyville Ave., S E. Alto, Ml 49302 Sunday SchooLI 0:00 am. Morning Worship... 11:00 am. Evening Worship...6:00 p.m. Wednesday Prayer Meeting...7:00 p.m. Lakeside Community Church A Place for Family & Friends 6201 Whitnev ville Avenue. Allo CHRISTIAN REFORMED Contemporary Worship 9:30 am Sunday School for All Ages 10 45 a m Evening Worship 6.00 p.m Pastor Roger Buhman • Church Office S68-0391 www lakesadeconumumty org “Healing and Forgiringf___________ Community of C^ri$t Leighton Church Located in Leighton Township Corner of 2nd Street and 142nd Avenue 8146 68th St. neat Whrtneyvdte Ave Praise Singing 1030 am Morning Worship 1100 am , Wed Fellowship 730 pm Pastor EG Frizzell Church Ph 616-868-6810 • Pastor s Ph 616-897-67* Comer of 84th St and Kraft in Caledonia 1 mile west of M-37 Traditional Service 3:30 AM Acoustic Praise & Worship Service 1100 AM Sundaq School & Adult Bible Study 9:45 AM Mid-Week at the Oasis - Wed. 6 30 PM Informal mid-week acoustic Praise and Worship service All Services have a Nursery available • Barner Free Pastor Robert Gerke • Pastor David Ziehr Office Phone 891 86IMJ New* Cheek out our new web site SS. CYRIL and METHODIUS CATHOLIC CHURCH THORN APPLE BIBLE CHURCII Preaching the Living Word Serving The Risen Lord Sunday School .9:30 a.m Sunday Morning Worship .10:30 a.m. (Jr. Church <S Nursery available.) Currently meeting at: Emmons Lake Elementary 8950 Kraft SE, Caledonia Rev. Dennis Ross Church: (616) 868-7425 UNITED METHODIST CHURCHES Middleville - Parmelee 9 30 a m Middtev*e Morning Worship Sunday School (Adults) Nursery - Gode 5 Godes 6-8 Suxtoy Evenings Godes 9-12 Sunday Evervngs Godes 6-12 Wednesday E venngs 1100 a m 9 45 a m. 1100 a m 500-6 15pm. 6 30-8 00 pm 600-7.30 p m WAYFARER, Sunday. Feb. 23 - Jesus and Hi- Healing Ministry Church School. Sunday + St Paul Lutheran Church Missouri Synod Rev. Royie Bailard, Pastor Ret Lee Zachmati ____________ Phone 8684437_____________ Church Office Ptx>ne - 795-9266 2S6 Vise Street (M-37 to Einmonv to \ me ALASKA CONGREGATION Wednesday 6:00 P.M. Evening Prayer phone 795-2370 or 946-9327 Vicar - Rev. David T. Hustwick Parmelee Morning Worship CALEDONIA UNITED METHODIST Rev Norman Kohns • (616) 891-8167 Church Office 616-891 8669 • Fax 891-8648 w w w caledooiaumc org |IC|XC1 11:00 A.M. Holy Communion Middleville. Ml 49333 • 945-1555 908 W Mam Street Located near the corner of M-37 and McCann 150 131st Ave Wayland. Ml 49348 (Missouri Synod) Service Times: 3/4 mile west of Patterson Rd Worship................................................. 9:30a.m.Sunday School....................................................... 9:45a.m. (nortbuvat if Gun Lain'I Sunday School.........................11:00 a.m. Morning Worship....................................... 1100 a m Sat Evening Mass 5:00 p m. (thru Sept.) Adult Bible Class........................ 11:00 a.m. Evening Worship.................................................. 6:00p.m. Sunday Morning Mass 9 30 a m Youth Group:............................... 6:00 p.m. Sunday Ret E. Anthony Sikora Midweek 7:00 p.m. Wed. 792-2889 Church: (616) 795-2391 9:30 a m. Thurs. Proclaiming the Whole Counsel of Cod Worship Sen ices 8 30 im and 11 00 am Sunday School 9 45 am Coffee Fellowship 1030 am (Nursery available throughout l Sunday Service Times 9:15 A.M. Morning Prayer .MOiy Communion 2nd Sunday) __________www.StPaulCaladonia.org_________ Middleville Good Shepherd Wesleyan Church Lutheran Church Sunday Worship . .9:30 a m. and 6:00 p.m. (Child & Adult) (Dunng the School Year) A 708 W. Main Street Morning Worship Service Sunday School Evening Worship Service 9:45a.m. "A Church with a caring heart for our community and the world" CALEDONIA HOLY FAMILY CATHOLIC CHURCH MIDDLEVILLE CHRISTIAN REFORMED 2415 McCann Rd. (In Ining) Sunday Monuag Wnrsivy AJO a m Tradrurul 1115 an Contemporary Sunday Sdncifar AlAge? 103)0 am Sunday Evrang Seme 500 pm FY Fnends PrcSehociSth 6 JO pm Aduk Bade Study Wedandn 6.J0 pm AC TOWKSESD Fans • Xx£to k*.jr hw (016) 8914402b • e mail ieaghtonOnerv net ^CHURCH community Church Rev. Dr. Jack Doorlag. Interim Minister Finding the Way Together! An informal, contemporary church committed to our community. Sunday Worship is at 10:00am in Caledonia Middle School s cafeteria. Everyone is welcome! Nursery & children's activities during all services For more information: (616) 891 -8119 or wuw peacechurch cc Pastor: Rev Josh Blunt Contact our Dutton office at (616) 65-65-WAY Check our web site ^ww.wavfqrercc.ore M-37 between Middleville &. Caledonia Sunday Worship: 8:30 a.m. Traditional 11 a.m. Contemporary 6 p.m. Praise/Bible Study Redeemer Covenant Church —Lighting Up Lives for Cod— Sunday Whitneyville Bible Church 8546 WTifne^^e Ave at 84th St • 891-8661 Worship 93u am “The Church where everybody is somebody... and Jesus is Lord " Christian Education Hour lift)am Meding at Caledonia High School Wednesday Saday School 930 am Sunday Mornng Wonhp 1030 am •Aeefing ar crape* on. -wnrrneyvie Ave SuYXry Evening Wonhip 6 00 p m Wud kAOveefc Prayer & Sbie Study 700 pm 9ev Thomai SLyj Pastor. Pev Kan Bom. Assoc Pastor Family Night 5 4S-8O0 pm Pastor Paul M Hillman Youth Pastor David Enkson 6951 Hanna Lake Avenue, Caiedonu 61669^8001 rtdetmer&iservnet wwwjtdetmeranenant.org A rnewher d thr Emufrikd Cemenmt Otorhn d Amenta MWeyvSeboieorg �The Sun and News. Middleville. Ml/February 18. 2003/Page 5 Gun Lake Mrs. Federation honors go to Ruth Perrino Steeby marks 90th birthday were Mr. and Mrs. John S. Johnson. John S. Johnson was a civil war veteran. Velma graduated from Middleville High School in 1931. Received her teaching degree from Western Michi­ gan University. Married G. Allen Steeby in 1933. Velma taught elementary school for 23 years. Raised three sons. Gary, Linden and David. Velma R “Johnson” Steeby celebrated her 90th birthday on Feb 15. 2003 with family and fnends. at Clark Retirement Commu­ nity in Grand Rapids. Velma is a descendant of one of Thomapple Town­ ship's pioneer family. Velma's parents were Ack "Ashley" and Maude John­ son. Velma’s grandparents Velma has 10 grandchildren and nine great-grandchil­ dren. If you would like to send a card of well wishes, please send them to Velma R. Steeby. 1551 Franklin St. S.E., Apt. #2028. Grand Rapids. Mich. 49506-3331. Engagements Century 21 Pearson-Cook it proud to announce Barbara Getty as pari of our Management Team! Barbara (Jetty is the new manager of our Caledonia office She is a valued member of our sales team, and has been working with real estate in the greater Barry and Kent Count) areas for over 4 years Barbara enjoys working with people and helping them to find their perfect dream home or to sell their existing home. Stop by and visit with Barbara at our office on Cherry Valley Rd ^VeightWatchers YOU WON'T BE HUNGRY. YOU WON'T BE BORED. YOU WON'T BE THE SAME. Winning Points is a plan you can stick with tiH you reach your goal You can eat the foods you love, stay satisfied, and still lose weight Now at Weight Watchers get “In the Groove." your cool guide to getting started. FREE when you join. 4 for $49 Get registration and four weeks for $49! Save 17! 1-800-651-6000 www.weightwatcherswesternmichigan.com Hale-Moore Mr. and Mrs. Brent Hale of Middleville are proud to announce the engagement of their daughter. Brenda Hale, to Cameron Moore, son of Mr. and Mrs. Gary Moore of Escanaba. The future bride and groom attended Thomapple Kellogg. The future bride is a stylist at Shear Concepts in Wayland. The future groom is a plumber at Mid-State Plumbing in Middleville. An April 4 wedding is be­ ing planned. Ruth Perino has been se­ lected by the women of the General Federation of Women's Clubs (GFWC> Gun Lake Area as Mrs. Fed­ eration. Perino joined GFWC-Gun Lake Area in 1997 and im­ mediately assumed the role of committee chair for the senior scholarship awards. In 1998 she took on the re­ sponsibility of art depart­ ment chair and said she is "pleased to have been in­ strumental in combining these roles through school art personnel, local galleries and artists' support.” In 2000. the club sup­ ported awarding four new scholarships for the arts to help talented young people attend arts camps, such as Interlochen and Blue Lake. Besides showcasing local talent and bringing the wider Gun Lake Area together to support its students, Perino enjoys her contacts within the schools and the support she receives from school personnel. Since 2000, she has com­ piled the GFWC-Gun Lake History Scrapbook. The book has been awarded first and second prizes at the GFWC national conven­ tions. This role makes her the club historian. Small snapshots of Gun Lake history that connect with member interest are the newest project. It is ex­ pected that they will soon appear in the member news­ letters. Perino also has integrated GFWC Michigan Education Foundation Scholarships for members under the umbrella of committee chair for scholarships. Besides more formal roles, she participates in the Conservation Depart­ ment Adopt A-Highway program; helps with the Home Life Department food basket distribution, the GFWC-Gun Lake Area Lending Library, publicity shoots for Scholarship fundraising. serves on the Pro­ gram Planning Committee, and club fund-raising en­ deavors. Perino is a retired teacher. Her husband. Bob. retired from Pharmacia. They relo- Middleville New Baptist Church Team Up for Success - Join with a Friend! New Baptist Church in Caledonia is Holding a Bible Study on Tuesdays at 7:00 p.m. If you are interested call 1-800-651-6000 878-3175 Middle Villa Inn • 4611 N. M-37 Hwy. Thursday 6;30 p.m Meetings also in Hastings, Lake Odessa and More! ^WeightWatchers real food real life real results Ask About Our Corporate Service - The At Work Program* Ottw 5 1003 VaW orty 0*4 XXJ3 W*gM WmcWm Mmwona Inc . ownw d WtlGHT WATCKRS VaOcnwu A* ngrw* r«Mrv*t> imxm PARENTING TEENS: Building Healthy Morals & Values with Your Family ; LIVE SATELLITE ____ SEMINAR With Jim Bums, President of Youth Builders and Bo Boshers, Willow Creek Association Thursday, February 20 7:00 - 9:00 p.m. Gun Lake Community Church 12200 West M-179 Highway (1/2 mile East of Patterson) Child Care Available Free! Call 795-7903 for more information Gentle massage for stress relief, migraine & tension headache, sports massage, warm hand Hand wax dip for Jor arthritis and aroma therapy Caledonia Community Resource Center • 330 Johnson 530 p.m. Reach over 11,000 area homes with an ad in the Sun & News. Call 945-9554 to place your ad today. Thornapple Massage Clinic Caledonia Wednesday Ruth Penno cated to Gun Lake from the Kalamazoo area after enjoy­ ing many years of summer vacationing here with chil­ dren and friends. Ruth has directed her lo­ cal volunteer work through GFWC while Bob has di­ rected his involvement with the Gun Lake Protective So­ ciety and Orangeville Town­ ship concerns. They have two sons. David and wife, Jodi, who have three children. Marissa . Katy and Nicholas. Their son. Jeffrey, and his wife. Ashley, have one son. Mi­ chael. Both sons and their families live tn New Jersey, so responsibilities here and retirement pleasures are scheduled around frequent trips East. The Perinos enjoy garden­ ing. music, travel. boating, cross-country skiing and friends. In addition. Ruth writes stories and poems and illustrates some for her grandchildren in watercol­ ors. She loves to read. cook, walk, and sew for her grand­ children. She continues her carver of teaching through tutoring in reading and by doing dramatic readings for nursery school children. GFWC-Gun Lake Area President Fran Leonard saidthe local women “are proud to present Ruth as our 2003 Mrs. Federation and thank her for her role in making this area a great place." S Hours by appointment j Evening & Saturday £ appointments available ) Pat Bowerman, j > Gift ertificates Registered Nurse, Certified Massage Therapist 616-795-2623 616-838-3084 9426 Spring Creek Ct. M-37, Middleville MI 49333 �Page 6/The Sun and News, Middleville. Mi/Fetxuary 18, 2003 TK Jazz Band to perform at Kalamazoo Air Zoo The TK Jazz Band will be ways had a close relation­ performing at the Kalama­ ship with big band music, as zoo Air Zoo this Sunday. several of its officers have February 23 from 2 to 4 been big band leaders, the p.m. The Air Zoo is home to most notable of which was over 75 historic aircraft and Air Force Captain Glenn has always piped in big band Miller. The U.S. Air Force music for the listening Museum in Dayton, OH houses Glenn Miller’s trom­ pleasure of their patrons. During the months of bone. In addition to hearing live February and March, visi­ tors to the Air Zoo will be big band music on Sundays able to hear live big band in February, visitors to the music on Sunday after­ Air Zoo will also be allowed noons. Six high school jazz to touch and even sit in the bands from Kalamazoo and cockpits of some of the air­ the surrounding area have craft. Normally, the Air Zoo been invited to perform 2- has a “hands off" policy for hour sets. The program be­ its patrons. However, during Febru­ gan Sunday, February 16. The U.S Air Force has al­ ary, a different aircraft will Quality Family Eye Care Since 1929 Bard Bloom, O.D. Scott Bloom, O.D. be open to the public each Sunday. Visitors may sit in the cockpit to get a real feel for what it must have been like to pilot these historic birds. On Sunday. February 23. the cockpit will be open on an aircraft that sat at the bottom of Lake Michigan for over 50 years and has since been restored by the Air Zoo. The TK Jazz Band would like to cordially invite the community to spend Sun­ day. February 23rd at the Kalamazoo Air Zoo. More information and directions to the Air Zoo is available at httpV/www.airzoo.org. Fam­ ily, friends, and community members who plan to visit the Air Zoo on Sunday, Feb­ ruary 23 or anytime, should print the Web Visitors Cou­ pon from the Air Zoo’s web­ site to save 20 percent on their family’s admission. OPTOMETRISTS 2 LOCATIONS Hastings Wayland 1510 N. Broadw.iv 216 N. Main 945-2192 792-0520 MOST INSURANCE ACCEPTED Caledonia Community Schools Young S’s & Kindergarten Registration Caledonia Community Schools are taking registrations for Fall 2(X)3 Kindergarten and Young S’s classes beginning February 3, 2003. If your child is new to the district and will be five years old on or before December 1.2003. please contact Michele or Karen at the Administration office for a packet. 891 8185 or email at zoetm(o)caledonia.kl 2.mi.us. If you currently have children in the district please contact the elemen tary building secretary when* your children attend for a registration packet. Packets are also available at Caledonia Early Childhood Preschool and Kids Komer kChildcare. . THORNAPPLE KELLOGG SECONDARY SCHOOL MENU Wednesday, Feb. 19 Breaded pork patty or meat/cheese sub on bun, sweet potatoes, pears, milk. Thursday, Feb. 20 Goulash w/roll, cheese­ burger on a bun. veggie sticks, pineapple, nr Ik. Friday, Feb. 21 Pizza or fish sticks, car­ rots, fresh orange smiles, milk. Monday, Feb. 24 Chicken rings, or Rib Q on a bun, savory rice, peas, mixed fruit, milk. Tuesday, Feb. 25 Salisbury steak or chicken on a bun, mashed potatoes w/gravy, apple sauce, milk. Kindergarten Enrollment For August 2003 Tliomapplc Kellogg School District McFall Elementary If your child will be in kindergarten in Thomapple Kellogg School District for the 2003-2004 school year, please call McFall Elementary' (269-795-3637) to pre-register. Your child must be five years old before Dec. 1st to enter school in August. Each child, according to Michigan law. must have the following items in the school office before they can start school: copy of certified birth certificate, copy of completed immunization, vision test results, and hearing test results. Parents are asked to check their child's immunization record carefully. Immunizations can be updated for school age children anytime after their 4th birthday. If you have questions on required immunizations call the local health dept, or your doctor.. The Barry Eaton District Health Dept, offers FREE immunization clinics each week. You can contact their office for more information. 269-945-9516. Because all new students are required to have their vision and hearing checked, we have scheduled the week of May 12-16 for the Barry Eaton District Health Dept. Vision/Heanng Technician to be at McFall for screenings. If you wish to use this FREE service, call McFall Elementary to schedule an appointment. More information will be mailed to parents m early Apn!. Questions regarding enrollment may be directed to Mrs. Potter at McFall Elementary . 269-795-3637 (8:00 am to 4:00 pm) This mural was painted by Seth Weldon and lettered by Melody Weldon as a celebration of diversity and tolerance. It hangs in the high school lobby. Mural celebrates diversity; district promotes tolerance by Patricia Johns Staff Writer Thornapple Kellogg Schools Superintendent Kevin Konarska last week praised Seth and Melody Welton for their work on a diversity mural recently hung in the Thornapple Kel­ logg High School lobby. Seth Welton, a TK gradu­ ate who is currently study­ ing at the University of Michigan, had painted the mural last year as part of a diversity project under the guidance of John Considine. His sister had assisted with the lettering of phrases from Nelson Mandela, Gan­ dhi and Martin Luther King, which are part of the mural. The mural has been waiting for a home since its comple­ tion last year. Middle School Principal Jerry Mueller then presented an overview of the ways in which the district recognizes diversity within the schools and community. Mueller re­ minded the board that diver­ sity is “not just skin color” and that the goal at TK was to celebrate differences. He thanked Considine at the high school and Brian Willshire at the middle school for working with stu­ dents in this arena. At the elementary level, increase in the district and students explore diversity would not just be for Span­ through fairness and equal­ ish speaking students. “I think we will see an in­ ity as part of their “Charac­ crease in the need by stu­ ter Counts.” He noted that the middle dents who arc Asian." he school had a “mix it up day" said. Other goals of the district where students had to sit with others born in their were to work with the eld­ erly in the area and foster birthday month. A peace pole will be planted this democracy. Board member spring at the high school Dan Parker asked if the schools also were working similar to that now at Page. Also, both the high school with local churches Io pro­ vide tolerance of different and middle school diversity beliefs. council students would be participating in a ‘Racial Expressions” workshop in Grand Rapids Friday, Feb. 21, and had opportunities for training through the Kent Intermediate School District. Mueller reminded the board that the need for Eng­ lish as a second language Reach over 11,000 area homes courses would continue to Call 945-9554 to place your Sun & News ACTION-Ad! free i ( movie OUTPOST a insurance review We’ll review all the policies you have accumulated over the years and look for coverage gaps, duplications, and ways to save you money Call today and let's get your insurance program organized Steve Elies Making Your future Mora Predictable 4695 N M-37 Hwy Suite 3 Middleville HMM BVKfAU flD. Phone 269-795-1670 //vst/frxi/ycf wwwtarmtMMMumauranc* mt com VIDEO SUPERSTORE Glen Valley Retail Center, M-37, 891-9303 Open weekdays 10 a.m. to 11 p.m. & midnight on Fri. & Sat. --------------------------------------------------- 1 < j • VHS/DVD movies & player rentals | [ Rent One Movie or Game and l get a second rental FREE with this coupon. Good Sunday thru Thursday I Offer good at Caledonia location I I Free rental of equal or lessor value. One coupon per visit, please Expires 304/03 Product Id: SunAd | • Games & game system rental I • Special orders and previewed | movies & games for sale I • Gift certificates & gift baskets I | • VHS & game accessories I • Reservations on movies J • Weekly specials �The Sun and News. Middleville, Ml/February 18. 2003/Page 7 Two Caledonia women make DePauw dean’s list TK Students of Month selected The following young people were chosen as Students of the Month for January at Thornapple Kellogg High School: (front row. from left) Nicole Lukas. Stacy Roberts. Christina Valdez. Mary-Elaine Foster, (second row) Patrick Slawson. Susan Kalee. Courtney Van Eck; (third row) Keith Fuleki, Greg Huizenga. Tiffany Forbes, (fourth row) Chelsea Matousek, Kelly Sholty. Samantha Fliearman. (back row) Heather Westra, Brett Knight and Ian Karcher. Unavailable for the picture were Roger Thompson and Janine Dykstra. Caledonia man receives degree Gregory J. Seif of Caledo­ nia recently received a twoyear associate of arts (AA) degree from Northwood University. Seif is the son of John and Penny Seif of Caledonia. Richard H. Morgan, presi­ dent and CEO of Aftermar­ ket Auto Parts Alliance of Ft. Worth, Texas, delivered Northwood’s winter com­ mencement address to 243 graduates representing the DeVos Graduate School of Management, University Is your IRA an under­ achiever We offer a free service that can closely estimate what your IRA could 1m‘ worth at retirement. If it s not achieving the results you want. I ll show you all of our available IRA choices. Call or stop by today. Drew McFadden 9145 Chen> A»e SE. S*u»r E Cataitom*. Mi 49316 Bus 616*9 II 173 Toil Free *66. *91 1173 Mer^ SPC Edwardjones College study programs and traditional students from the Michigan campus Morgan. an alumnus of Northwood’s Texas University College Program, also received an honorary doctor of laws dur­ ing the ceremony. For Mor­ gan’s address visit http://www.northwood.edu/ mi/pr/index/html and click on Dec. 19, 2002. Northwood University is a private, accredited univer­ sity specializing in manage­ rial and entrepreneurial edu­ cation offering two and four year degrees in a variety of enterprise fields. The Exec- Middleville woman on Huntington dean’s list Ms. Jennifer Lee Herring of Middleville has been named to the dean’s list at Huntington College for fall term 2002. Herring is currently a stu­ dent in the Graduate School of Christian Ministries. Herring, a graduate of Thomapple Kellogg High School, holds a bachelor of arts degree Her parents are Cynthia and Dr Chns Her­ ring of Caledonia. Honorees must be classi­ fied as regular students, be enrolled full-time with a load of 12 hours or more in graded courses, and must achieve a semester grade point average of at least 35 on a four-point scale Huntington College is comprehensive Christian college of the liberal arts in Huntington. Ind., offering graduate and undergraduate programs in more than 60 academic concentrations utive. Full-Time and Man­ agerial MBA programs at the Richard De Vos Graduate School of Management make Northwood’s free market-based degree offer­ ings in management and en­ trepreneurship the most complete anywhere. The university emphasizes the importance of free enter­ prise and is dedicated to the preservation of the free mar­ ket and the important rela­ tionship between business and the arts. North wood operates a res­ idential campus in Michi­ gan, Florida, and Texas; the Margaret Chase Smith Li­ brary in Skowhegan. Maine; University College outreach centers and locations throughout the United States including a Distance Educa­ tion online program; and in­ ternational study programs abroad. Freshman Brittany Nicole Barber and junior Danielle Nicole Hendry, both of Caledonia, are among 612 DePauw University students who have been recognized for outstanding academic performance and named to the dean’s list for the 2002 fall semester at DePauw University. To be eligible for the dean’s list at DePauw (Greencastle. Ind), a stu­ dent must earn at least a 3.5 grade-point as erage out of a possible 4.0 points. Founded in 1837. De­ Pauw University in Green­ castle. Ind., is a selective co­ educational. liberal arts uni­ versity with nationally rec­ ognized academic programs DePauw guarantees gradua­ tion in four years for stu­ dents in 40 standard pro­ grams, or the University will waive tuition and fees for any subsequent course work necessary for graduation. US. News & World Report ranks DePauw in the top tier of national liberal arts col­ leges. Fortune magazine in 1990 ranked DePauw 11th among all colleges and uni­ versities in the nation in terms of the likelihood that its graduates will become chief executive officers of top American companies. DePauw ranks 16th in the nation among private liberal arts colleges and universi- Book discussions set in Caledonia March book discussions have been announced at Kent District Library branches. “Orchid Thief’ will be discussed at 1 p.m. Wednes­ day. March 5. at the Kent District Library Caledonia branch. Copies of the featured ti­ tle are available at each li­ LIQUIDATION—REORGANIZATION Bankruptcy Michael J. McPhillips 945-3512 Appointments Available in Caledonia Some things are meant to be a certain way... Like insurance from Pioneer State Mutual • Comprehensive coverage for homes and vehicles • Discounts for insuring both your home and car. • Quick claims response and sound advice. It’s the way insurance should be. STAUFFER & WIGGERS INSURANCE AGENCY 612 E. Main St. • Caledonia, Ml 49316 616.891.9294 30 Year Fixed Rate Mortgages 5.875% 5.975% APR 629 W. State St, Hastings (Located across from K mart) SAVINGS BASK Your Bunk- Your Future brary’s checkout desk. A special discussion for men only will be held on “Universe in a Nutshell” at 7 p.m Wednesday. March 12. For more information about the book discussions, please call Kent District Li­ brary at 784-2007 or the Caledonia branch at 6473840 Over Your Head In Debt? (Need we say more?] MAIX/TREET lies as the baccalaureate source for Ph D. degrees in all fields, according to a 1998 survey by Franklin and Marshall College. Call Cindy to find out how she can help you with a mortgage, refinancing, home equity loan, line of credit, construction loan, and more. 1.800.267.3830 or 945.9561 ’Annual Percentage Rate as of February 13. 2003, and is subject to change. a Equal Housing Lender Member FDIC �Page 8/The Sun and News. Mtddleville. Ml/Fetxuary 18. 2003 Chairs bring art to everyone Each year TKHS art students must create chairs in the style of an artist they have selected for their final grade This year 50 students turned in chair crea­ tions which are then displayed in the front lobby and various offices at the high school. These are just a few samples of this year's chairs A Rene Magritte chair This chair was painted with bright detail and was one of the chairs someone could actually sit on. Athlete of the week Plul G&m&h, Thornapple-Kellogg High School (Middleville) Wrestling At last Saturday's Individual Wrestling District at Lowell TK's Phil Corson took the top spot in the 189-pound weight class. His three wins push his season record to 32-11 and propel him into the regionals this Saturday hosted by TK. The 4695 Middleville Rd. 111 N. Main St. Lynn Denton M-37, Middleville, Ml Nashville, Ml Agency 1-800-443-5253 517-852-2005 MAKING YOUR FUTURE MORE PREDICTABLE «l FAfTW BUREAU tfAL INSURANCE FARM BUR1AU MUTUAL - FARM BURCAU UFt - FARM BURKAU (MNf RAL There was a carousel chair Caledonia Concert Series continues The 2002-2003 Caledonia Concert Series will present Karen Peck / New River & The Cal vary men at 7 p.m. Saturday, March 1 at the Caledonia Christian Re­ formed Church, comer of M-37 and 100th Street. Tickets are available through the Cutlerville Christian Bookstore or Caledonia Professional Pharmacy, at the door, or call (616) 891-8858. Tickets cost $9 in ad­ vance, $10 at the door, ages 12 and under free. An Ansel Adams chair Reach over 11,000 area homes with an ad in the Sun & News. Call 945-9554 to place your ad today. Just Say AH Dr. Battiste and Leon Vanderlaan look forward to meeting you and providing you and your family with personal, comprehensive health care services. 7 DAY SUITE $599 itinerary. Plus, you can recede specrocufcx bonus offers at up to 50% oft and a $50 onboard credit per stateroom.* So pot on boord and cai your novel proiavianai today. DATES: MAY 4TH THRU JUNE 15TH ON THE NORWAY Meet Dr. Jennifer Battiste, primary care physician, along with life long Caledonia resident Leon VanderLaan, PA-C, at the Caledonia Office of Advantage Health. Accepting new patients 616-913-8850 or 891-2503 Priority Health and Aetna insurance accepted. men’s & women’s health obstetrics - kids & teens ~ seniors Advantage health PHYSICIANS 9090 South Rogers Ct., Caledonia, Ml — www.advantagehealth.org �The Sun and News. Middleville. Ml/February 18. 2003/Page 9 From Our Readers Twelve local students Local Citizens Speak Out On Issues $23,000 for all-night party? Dear editor: I am a 1973 graduate of Thomapple Kellogg High School and parent of three, a college freshman, a TK se­ nior and a TK sophomore On Wednesday. Jan. 29. my senior and I were trying to fill out his financial aid form for college, with the frustration of realizing there is never enough money and his student loan bill is going to be quite high. So I de­ cided to take a break and read the Sun and News. On the front page was an article. “State budget woes to affect TK schools." Because the state has to cut their budget, our school will be losing $63.97 per student . This was depressing, so I put the pa­ per down and started to read the mail. First was a letter from our son’s college. Included was an unexpected bill, the state had to trim money from col­ lege also, so the Michigan Competitive Scholarship he won in his senior year at TK was going to be greatly re­ duced. We were to make up the difference. The next letter in my mail was from the TK Senior Par­ ents Class of 2005. A few years ago, when a couple of seniors were killed while out drinking graduation night, someone had the wonderful idea to throw an all-night graduation party, and it has been tradition ever since Parents pay $25 for the ticket, and the senior parents’ committee raises the rest through fundraisers and donations. It’s a lot of work. Please be clear that this is in no way a schoolsponsored event. Now the parent commit­ tee has decided it would be much easier if the parents would just pay for it, $100 per senior. When was the last time you gave your child $100 and said “have fun, sweetie, see you in the morning?" If a class averages 230 students, we’re talking $23,000 for a one-night party. Did anyone spend that much on their wedding? Do you all have college paid for? Is this why you get up at 5 a.m. every day and go to work? I realize it is not hard to spend $23,000, but how do you justify it? This is one more example of a great idea that has gotten out of hand Must we always try to outdo those before us? I asked my oldest what he did at hik party that couldn't be done in our own facility, and racquetball was the only thing he could think of. I asked seniors from every class from the last several years, what did they do with the momentoes, lawn chairs and beach towels they re­ ceived at their parties. Most didn’t know or care. My son’s senior T-shirt is on his bedroom floor, as ocher par­ ents tell me that’s where they found their kids’ stuff after they moved out, too. With $23XM)O. we could put $100 in every diploma, donate half to SADD or MADD. Each class could leave a gift to the school, perhaps $63.97, and spend the rest on a party. Don’t want to have it at our school? Let’s swap with an­ other one (on a Saturday night). 95% of the students at­ tend , according to my letter. Before these parties, did 5% go out drinking, or do they still, but on a different night? It would be so easy just to right the check, show TK kids we care. Haven’t we taught them better than this? I have never been active in the senior committee, I al­ ways knew they wouldn’t like my opinion. I can’t jus­ tify writing the check. It is because I care, be­ cause I love my daughter, that 1 gave her the letter and told her I would give her $25 toward the ticket as I did her brothers, and she could pay the remaining $75 if she felt it was worth $100. She said “no”, God Bless her. The apple didn’t fall far from the tree. Linda McDuffee, Middleville S? Twelve area students have been named to the dean’s list for the first semester of the 2002-03 academic year at Hope College. To make the list, a student was required to earn at least a 3.5 grade point average on a 4.0 scale. The students, grouped by their hometowns, were: Middleville — Senior Hillary B. Stone. Caledonia man on Kettering dean’s list Alto — Seniors Todd Bloemers. Joshua Warren and Jeremy Hess and junior Jordon VandeBunte. Caledonia — Seniors Betsi Mulder. Dawn Dodge. Steven Uyl and Joseph VanEngen. sophomores Audra King and Andrew Kroll and freshman Kerry VanLaan. Caledonia High School Class of 2003 Overnight Celebration Fundraiser March 8, 2003 7:00-12:00 pm ($2.00 admission) Caledonia American Legion Post »305 Dustin Warren of Cale­ donia has been named to the dean's list at Kettering University for the summer of 2002 term. The dean's list at Ketter­ ing University is an honor earned by students, who in a given term, have attained a minimum weighted grade average of 92.0 out of a pos­ sible 100, have received no grades below 85, and have earned a minimum of 16 credits. Kettering University is located in flint. Raffle Tickets: $5 each. 5/$20 1st Prize Leisure Life Limited Canoe, donated by Bob Pike 2nd Pnze: Ladies' Watch donated by Swierenga Jewelers 3rd Prize DVD Player donated by Dr. Eric Hannapel. D.D.S. 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Middleville, MLFebruary 18. 2003/Paqe 11 This cake walk had a waiting line all night at least until it was cookie decorating time More than 20 activities were scheduled at the middle school from 5:30 until midnwnht 24 EXPOSURE SINGLE SET INCLUDES INDEX PRINT NOW ONLY 1-Hour Processing Additional APS Processing Kody Buursma, James Tobin and Zack Entrican played a lively game of Magic. 25 EXPOSURE SINGLE SET INCLUDES INDEX PRINT N Additional Double Prints 35mm or APS with original processing 99e At right: MSPTO president Kris­ tin Harrington gives sixth grader Patricia Slagter paw prints. Bottom: Volunteers included high school students Molly LaVoie on left and Jessica Andrusiak, a member of this year’s Barry County Leadership training class. Whitney Harper sits patiently as her face is painted. GET 8X10 ENLARGEMENTS SAME DAY OR NEXT DAY PROCESSING Join the club & $aye! 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MICHIGAN COUNCIL MEETING MINUTES JANUARY 28. 2003 The regular meeting of the Vil­ lage of Middleville Michigan Council was called to order at 7:01 p m by Mr Lon Myers Council President of the Village of MidtJeville. Michigan, in the Council Chamber of the Village Hall Members present Mr Floyd Bray. Mr William Kenyon Mr Michael Lytle. Mr Lon My­ ers Mr Charles Pullen and Mrs Marilyn VandenBerg Members absent Mrs Dorothy Corson A Public Hearing for the purpose of hearing citizen comment re­ garding the proposed Special Use permit for Crystal Flash was held Minutes of the January 14 2003 meeting were approved as written The Agenda was ap­ proved as written The monthly Earth Tech report was reviewed ACTIONS TAKEN 1 Rejected the recommends tion of the Planning Commission to approve the special use per­ mit '•equested by Crystal Flash for the bulk fuel facility on a mo­ tion made by Mr Pullen and sup­ ported by Mr Lytle Roll call vote resulted tn 5 Ayes 1 Nay and 1 Absent with Mr Kenyon voting against the motion and Mrs Cor­ son being absent 2 Approved the invoices dated January 24. 2003 in the amount of $45 193 04 on a mo­ tion made by Mr Pullen and sup­ ported by Mrs VandenBerg 3 Approved Change Order Request »1 to Nagel Construc­ tion in the amount of $319 00 on a motion made by Mr Lytle and supported by Mrs VandenBerg 4 Adjourned the meeting at 7 50 p m on a motion made by Mr Bray and supported by Mr Kenyon Respectfully submitted Rhonda L. Fisk. Clerk The complete text of the minutes may be read at the Village Hall between the hours of 9:00 a m and 5:00 pm. Monday through Friday (313) Charter Township of Caledonia Kent County-Michigan 2003 Board of Review Meeting Dates Tuesday: Monday: Tuesday: March 4th, 2003 March 10th, 2003 March 11th, 2003 Organizational Meeting 9:00 am. - 3:00 p.m. 3:00 p.m. - 9:00 p.m. All reviews will be heard by appointment only For appointments, call: (616) 891-0070 Reviews will be held at the Caledonia Township/Village Hall 250 Maple Street, Caledonia. Ml 49316 Written appeals will be accepted until Monday. March 11, 2003 The 2003 Kent County Equalization factors for the Charter Township of Caledonia will be as follows Agricultural 1.0693 Industrial: 1.0010 Commercial: 1.0879 Residential: 1.0652 Assessor: Laura Stob Township Clerk: Patricia Snyder Dated February 3, 2003 Consideration of meeting agenda Delete item B (Ordi­ nance to Amend the Ordinance Code of the Village at Caledo­ nia-Uniform Tra*^c Code from New Business Motion by Mavigha support by Unger Motion carried Approval of Consent Agenda: Motion by Unger sup­ ported by Biertem Motion ear­ ned Public Comments - none Township Liaison Report: Unger reported that he hand de­ livered the Council s Resolution to not approve the Scotsmoor PUD at the last Township Meet­ ing The Township board did ap­ prove the Scotsmoor PUD. Village Manager Report. A Unger would like to attend the MML class for Fireworks/Liabiirty Budgeted item council ap­ proved Village President Report: Unfinished Business A Noise Ordinance-Next month s meeting B 115 Johnson-Partial vaca­ tion of Short St -next month s meeting C Glen Valley »5-Plat ap­ proval-ready next month. New Business. A Council agreed with the Kent County Mailbox/Sprinkler Policy B R02-03 Resolution Imple­ menting the Village Metropolitan Extension Telecommunications Rights-of-Way Oversight Act or­ dinance Motion by Unger, sup­ ported by Maviglia Motion ear­ ned C 003-03 Ordinance to Im­ plement the Metropolitan Exten­ sion Telecommunications Rights-of-Way Oversight Act. Motion by Maviglia. supported by Unger Motion earned D Mam Street Project-(from School St east to jujt east of Kinsey St) Motion by Linger to have Village accept the Federal STP Rural Grant for $400,000 for reconstruction, with the Village matching 20% of the funds. Also, to approve the Vil­ lage spending up to $140,000 for replacing the sanitary sewer for the same stretch of road to coincide with the reconstruction. Support by Maviglia. Motion car­ ried. Public Comment: None Council Comments: Maviglia-Questioned the Cable Com­ mittee’s lack of communication and why he has not been con­ tacted about any meetings. Unger - 4th of July Committee Meeting on February 27th at 7:00 p m. at the Vtllage/Township Hall, everyone invited. Meeting Adjourned at 7:40 p.m. Respectfully Submitted Sandra Ayers Clerk (314) CHARTER TOWNSHIP OF CALEDONIA KENT COUNTY, MICHIGAN PUBLIC NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that on February 18. 2003. the Township Clerk of the Charter Township ot Caledonia posted the foltowing ordinance of the Charter Township of Caledonia each of such ordinance being an amendment in the Zoning Ordinance of the Township. • An Ordinance to amend the PMR Planned Mineral Removal District All of such ordinances were posted m the following places m the Charter Township ot Caledonia • Office ot the clerk. Caledonia Charter Township, 250 South Maple Street Caledonia. lAchigan • Caledonia Ponting Co . 9790 Cherry Valley Avenue • Kettle Lake Elementary School. 8451 Garbow Drive • Wilcox Associates. 8180 Broadmoor Avenue • Fresh Start Cate 9866 Cherry Valley Avenue The above-stated ordinance was considered by the Caledonia Charter Township Board on first reading at a pubke meeting of the Township Board on February 5to 2003 This notice is given n accordance with Section 8 of the Charter Township Act and is authorized by a resolution adopted by the Caledonia Charter Township Board on January 15. 2003 Copies ot the above stated ordnances may be examined or purchased at toe office of the Township Clerk, Caledonia Township 4 Village Hal. 250 South Maple Street Caledonia. Michigan Dated February 12, 2003 Township Board of the Charter Township of Caledonia 319 by Ruth Zachary Staff Writer Caledonia Village has been awarded a $400,000 federal transportation grant to improve Main Street from 65 feet east of Kinsey to School Street in the summer of 2004. The STP Rural Grant, an­ nounced at the Village Council meeting Feb. 10. would be used to improve Main Street at the same time the village replaces the sewer in that section of the village. Funding is only for the road, while the actual sewer repairs are to be un­ dertaken separately from the granted part of the project, but at the same time. The village applied for the grant about two years ago. It has been understood the village will be expected to pay matching funds from the time of the first applica­ tion. This will mean the vil­ lage will need to supply about $80,000 at the time the project is done. A resolution to apply for the STP Rural Grant was ap­ proved at last week’s meet­ ing. There is a commitment to come up with matching funds and to be prepared to repair the sewers as well. Costs to repair the sewers under the street at the same time are estimated at around $140,000. That amount is al­ ready set aside in a sewer fund, reserved for the planned future repairs on Main. Estimates were made by Fleis and Vandenbrink for the expected project costs for both street improvements and sewer replacement. It was explained that sew­ age flows are shared be­ tween Main and Emmons streets. Replacing sewer mains under Main Street would alleviate some flow problems. Many tests have been done, including televising along various mains leading to the primary line to the treatment facility, which was recently replaced. A main between School Street and Mill showed that the sewer is in very bad condi­ tion. Trustee Dan Erskine added there were some addi­ tional features needed in the sanitary sewer, which had never been installed. There are infiltrations of water from other sources into the sanitary sewer. It still is not totally certain where the worst infiltrations are located along various lines. Repairs on Main Street would eliminate infil­ tration on that section. There are other trouble spots sus­ pected. which could become emergency situations in need of repair if there were a collapse and backup, but of­ ficials hope that won t hap­ pen. Officials do not want to turn down the money, be­ cause to back out now could jeopardize future requests and grants. Village Manager Sandra Ayers said she is al­ ready planning to ask for more money for additional street improvements, which are likely to be granted in be given to local businesses, the future if this project goes especially, "as many as there are in this township." He well. The council agreed to ac­ said the tax payer’s money cept the grant, budgeting 20 should go to business people percent of the grant match­ who are taxpayers. • Adopted an ordinance to ing funds, or $80,000 for the coming year, and to reserve amend the ordinance code of the $140,000 in the sewer the village. The amendment will bring village traffic fund for 2004. In other business at the regulations in line with meeting of Feb. 10. the Vil­ changes in state laws that authorize the regulations of lage Council: • Agreed to have the new the village. Odd-even park village streets in the Caledo­ ing regulations over the win­ nia Village Centre commer­ ter months from Nov. I to cial district dedicated in the April 15. and a regulation spring, at the time new road banning parking on Main signs are installed. Relatives Street between Mill kind of deceased ancestors hon­ Church streets between 3 ored with the street names and 5.30 a m. resulted. Tick will be invited to attend the ets for violations may be is­ sued. event. • Passed both a resolution The East/ west Caledonia streets in the commercial and ordinance to implement strip along M-37 will be the Village Metropolitan Ex­ named Higley, Kaechele and tension Telecommunications 92nd. while the north/south Right of Way O\eisight Act. • Approved a village pol artery will be named Dobber Wenger Memorial Drive. icy on compensation to Caledonia Village officials mailbox owners whose decided on Aug. 12 last boxes were knocked over, or whose sprinkling systems year. Historic names were re­ were damaged by snow searched by Trustee Dan Er­ plowing. Apparently not many skine through Historic Com­ mission members, who sug­ boxes have been damaged, gested some of the names and this has not caused a large expense to the village presented in July. Using 92nd Street to in the past. The Kent County name the hoped-for artery policy was used as a model If snow knocks down the which could connect 92nd Street east of M-37 and west mailbox or damages other property, the owner will pay of Kraft in the future was for the repairs. If the plow thought to be practical. • Postponed until next knocks down the box, the month the partial vacating of municipality pays the dam a portion of Short Street off age cost. • Learned from Trustee Johnson. The matter has al­ ready cost the village some- Nick Unger the Scotsmoor expense. President Daryl project planned unit devel­ Penfold said the original opment (PUD) request had owner who requested the been approved, even though street abandonment had he had gone as liaison to the agreed to pay the legal ex­ Township Board to ask that penses involved, and Ayers more issues be settled, espe­ said the property has been cially those related to the ac­ sold, and the new owner cess road onto Johnson and also has expressed a willing­ the traffic impact expected. ness to deal with the ex­ He said it had been noted the village had not come penses. • Discussed paying a por­ earlier in the process to tion of cement work in front make the request. of the Village/Township • Was told by Unger said Hall and a walkway between that Emmons Lake Park has the hall and fire station. been reserved again for fire­ The village normally works and the community shares with the township in July 4th celebration at a $S() maintenance costs of the discount to the village. building. The village is cus­ Unger will be allowed to tomarily billed once a year, attend a Michigan Municipal Ayers said. League (MML) f ireworks The Township Board ear­ liability class. lier this month approved the He asked for volunteers lowest of three bids for a interested in taking part in concrete slab in front of the the committee work leading Township Hall, advanced by up to the celebration to Jack Limbacher in the come to the meeting to be amount of $1,100. Local held Thursday, Feb. 27, at 7 companies were contacted, p.m. and invited to bid on such work. Township Supervisor Bryan Harrison had voiced the opinion that all compa­ nies in the general vicinity, such as from Dutton, were local. Work will not be started until spring. Exact details of the work to be done is needed and the township decision was not completed at that point for the complete project. Erskine commented that the second lowest bid was a local Caledonia company, and said he thought prefer­ ential consideration should Call 945-9554 anytime to place your Sun & News ACTION-Ad & reach over 11,000 area homes! �The Sun and News. Middleville. MFFebruary 18. 2003/Page 13 Village planner, finance director get 3% pay hikes Members of the Village of Middleville Council con­ sidered topics both financial and friendly during their meeting Feb. 11. Village Manager Brian Grucsbeck reported that the village may receive slightly more than $100,000 when the county refunds Mid­ dleville's 1994 sewer bonds. In other financial matters, the council approved raises for Village Planner Geoff Moffat (whose new salary of $43,700 will also be paid by Thornapple Township) and financial director Chris Mu­ gridge. Mugridge makes $39,600. The 3 percent raises are retroactive to Jan. 1. Grucsbeck also asked that a scheduled hearing on a downtown assessment be re­ scinded to give him more time to explore other possi- See pay hikes, pg. 14 Thornapple Twp. treasurer sets date of her resignation Thornapplc Township Treasurer Shirley Eaton has submitted her resignation, effective March 31. Eaton had notified the board late in 2(M)2 that she intended to re­ sign to spend more time with her family. rhe township already has received one resume and will continue to look for a replacement. Eaton has been treasurer since first being elected in 1984. In other business last week, the township is look­ ing into how to make sure that the fire department tanker purchased in 2002 can be repaired at little or no expense. Repairing the tanker has been a continuing problem and now attorneys will be consulted. The hoard, meanwhile: • Agreed with the recom­ **C»ttG** mendation of the Township Planning Commission and rezoned 10 acres on M-37 from A-R. agriculture resi­ dential. to C-l, office com­ mercial. This will allow to build a new building at that site. The company has out­ grown its space behind the Thornapplc Kitchen. Hospi­ tal Purchasing Services told the Planning Commission they would install their own sewer and water system, but it will to tie into the village system if it becomes avail­ able. • Approved hiring Paul Rybiski as a full-time em­ ployee of Thornapple Town­ ship Emergency Services. • Granted the addition of shelving to the new fire truck to be delivered in March. PUBLIC HEARING The Middleville Village Council will hold a public hearing during its regular meeting on February 25, 2003, at 7:00 p.m. in the Village Hall located at 100 East Main Street, Middleville, Michigan, to gather comments on the completed CDBG Project (MSC 990052-EDIG) located on Grand Rapids and Washington Streets. Comments may also be for­ warded in writing to the Village at the address referenced above. 322 Please be advised that the public hearing on a proposed special assess­ ment of lots #3, #4, #5, #6, #7, #8, #9. #10 and #11 of Assessor s Plat No 1 of Middleville, Barry County, Michigan, on Tuesday, February 25, 2003, has been cancelled until further notice. If you have any questions, please feel free to call Bryan Gruesbeck at 269-795-3385 Monday through Fnday from 9.00 a.m. to 5.00 p.m. 321 PUBLIC NOTICE The MtddteviHe Housing Commission announces trial on 2/18/03 they shall make available for public review, a draft copy of components of its Five Year and Amual Agency Plan per the guidelines of 24 CFR 903. a requirement of the Quality Housing and Work Responsibility Act of 1998 These docu­ ments will be available Monday through Fnday from 8 00 am to 3:00 p.m. at the administration office located at 500 bnooto St . Middleville Ml, tor a penod of approximate^ 45 days The PHA has scheduled a public hearing to be hekj on 4-08-03 at 7:30 p m in the mam office al 500 Lmcoin Street Al tots time the PHA shall receive and consider any and all comments prior to finalization of their agency p*an for submission to HUD on or before 4/16/03 CALEDONIA CHARTER TOWNSHIP requiring Board Action C Approval to Pay Bitts D Treasurer s Report E Building Department Report F utilities Report. INQUIRY OF CONFLICT OF INTEREST REPORT FROM BOARD OFFICERS AND STAFF CORRESPONDENCE UNFINISHED BUSINESS MEETING NOTICE A Regular Meeting of the Charter Township of Caledonia Board of Trustees w* be held Beginning at 7 00 p.m on Wednesday February 19. 2003 at toe Caledonia Township / Village Hal. 250 Maple Street Caledonia Michigan. NOTE Individuals with disabilities may request auxiliary aids and services for the meeting by contacting the Township Cterh at (616) 891-0070 intern Program B Alaska Avenue Paving C Sate of Alaska Hall D Resolution of Appreciation - Foremost insurance Corp 11. BOARD COMMENTS 12. PUBLIC COMMENT (EXTENDED) 13. ADJOURNMENT (320) Printing, Copying & UPS Services TENTATIVE AGENDA 1.CALL TO ORDER / ROLL CALL 2 PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE AND INVOCATION 3. CONSIDERATION OF THE MEETING AGENDA 4. PUBLIC COMMENT (BRIEF) 5 APPROVAL OF CONSENT AGENDA A Minutes of the February 5th. 2003 meetings A Library Committee Presentation B PMR Planned Mineral Removal - 2nd Reading C. Sign Ordinance - Report From Planning Commission D Emptoyee Insurance Audit - Discussion 10. NEW BUSINESS A Future Leaders Advisory Group (FLAG) - Student I Serving Northern Barry and Southern Kent Counties with quality printing since 1983. If you are looking for a professional printer, call on us Caledonia Printing - 891-2121 9790 Cherry Valley • Caledonia. Ml 49316 A local family serving our community. Letterheads, Envelopes, Business Cards. Checks. Flyers. Rubber Stamps. Newsletters, Labels, Weddings. Graduations, Etc.. Etc. Caledonia Printing is a UPS Shipping Center! CHARTER TOWNSHIP OF CALEDONIA KENT COUNTY, MICHIGAN NOTICE OF ADOPTION OF ZONING ORDINANCE AMENDMENTS AND SUMMARY OF THE REGULATORY EFFECT THEREOF PUBLIC NOTICE is hereby given that on February 5, 2003, the Township Board of the Charter Township of Caledonia adopted the following ordinances amending the Township Zoning Ordinance. The principal provisions of the amending ordinances are the following 1 Open space preservatlon dgyelQPmm Ordinance No. 032Z adds Chapter XV-A to the Zoning Ordinance, so as to adopt open space preservation provisions mandated by Michigan Act 177 of 2001. The open space preservation provisions specify pro­ cedures whereby lands may be developed for residential purposes in accordance with an approved plan requiring that the permitted number of dwellings under the existing zoning district must be located within 50% of the area of the land, with the other 50% thereof remaining in open space, undeveloped in perpetuity The amending ordinance includes provisions for submission of an existing zoning plan, calculation of permitted building density, con­ servation easements or other procedures whereby the undevel­ oped land would be preserved; site plans and procedures for approval thereof; provisions on the passive uses that may take place In the open space area; design standards and other require­ ments for the clustering of dwellings and other buildings; perform­ ance guarantees; amendments in approved site plans and amend­ ments in the A, R-R, R-1 and R-2 Districts, so as to provide for open space preservation developments in those districts. 2 Hume occupation provisions- Ordinance No. 03-3Z amends Sections 2.2 and 3.34, so as to amend the provisions permitting home occupations in the A, R-R, R-1, R-2 and R-3 zones. The amending ordinance includes provisions on minimum require­ ments for home occupations; procedures for home occupation per­ mits; a listing of permitted home occupations; and provisions authorizing permits for home occupations reasonably similar to those listed. 3. Non-conforming uses. Ordinance No. 03-4Z amends Sections 21 2(b) and 21.3 of the Zoning Ordinance so as to amend provisions on expansion of non-conforming uses and restoration and repair of damaged non-conforming buildings and structures. Among other provisions, the amending ordinance specifies that if the cost of restoration of a damaged non-conforming building or structure exceeds 60% of the fair market value of the building or structure after restoration, then such restoration may be permitted if approved by toe Planning Commission as a special land use. 4 planned Unit Development (PUD) District Ordinance No 03-5Z amends Chapter XV, the Planned Unit Development (PUD) District, including among other provisions, a requirement that a PUD in the A or R-R zoning distnet shall contain uses only as per­ mitted in those districts; the overall density of a residential PUD shall be no greater than if developed in accordance with the under­ lying zonng distnet except that the Township may permit a greater building density of up to 10%. under specified criteria, the amount of open space in a residential PUD shall be at least 20% of the land area, other provisions include procedures for approval of building height greater than permitted in the underlying zoning dis­ tnet and provisions on approving of major ano minor amendments to a PUD 5 Home based businesses Ordinance No 03-6Z amends Sections 2 2, 5.3, 6.3 and 7.3 and adds Section 165(j), so as to provide for approval of home based businesses to the A. R-R and R-1 Districts, as a special land use, under specified criteria The amencfcng ordnance includes minimum requirements for approval of a home based business; a listing of permitted home based busi­ nesses wrth provision for approval of non-hsted businesses that are deemed simitar standards to be applied by toe Planning Commission to considering applications for a home based busi­ ness special land use and of toe provisions 6 F Flood plain Qis&lgt Ordinance No 03-72 amends Sections 10 6 and 10.7, pertaining to toe F Flood Plain District The provisions danfy toe permitted uses and toe special land uses to that dtestnd and defetes a provision that had provided for addmonai minimum lot Widto on parcels of land having frontage on a body of water - Parking, loading and access management Ordinance No. C3-8Z abends Chapter XX pertaining to off-street parking and toacting and access management, in its entirety The amending ordnance includes provisions on toe area, location, screening set­ back and use of off street parking areas and spaces; the minimum number of off-street vehicle parking spaces required for numerous land uses in the zone districts; barrier-free parking requirements, provisions on layout, standards, construction and maintenance of parking spaces, driving lanes, surfaces and curbing, requirements for loading spaces including the area and spaces required and other provisions relating to the lighting and placement of off-street parking areas and standards for the permissible reduction in num­ bers of parking spaces, under specified standards 8 BfQOdmoQf/ChorrY ValltY Corridor Overlay District Ordinance No 03-9Z amends provisions in Chapter XXVII, per taming to the Broadmoor/Cherry Valley Corridor Overlay District. Among other provisions, the amending ordinance specifies that the overlay district shall consist of lands 660 feet in width located on either side of the centerline of State Highway M-37, from 609th Street on the north to 108th Street on the south, except that part thereof zone in the HC Highway Commercial District (such except­ ed lands being regulated by the HC District) The amending ordi­ nance includes provisions on driveway separation; exterior build­ ing materials; landscaping, including parking area landscaping; and other provisions relating to placement of parking spaces in relation to street frontage buildings and the screening of loading docks and utility and service areas 9 Private Street Ordinance No. 03-10Z amends in its entirety Section 3.29 of the Zoning Ordinance, pertaining to private streets and driveways Among other provisions, the ordinance specifies that access provided to five or more lots or principal buildings shall be by means of an approved private street, though access to fewer lots or principal buildings may be by means of a driveway Applications for private street approval are subject to Planning Commission approval, but public hearing is not required The amending ordinance includes provisions on the width of right of way and width of travelled surface of a private street, private street maintenance requirements; secondary means of ingress and egress from private street systems serving more than 50 dwellings, inspection of private streets, and other provisions exempting exist­ ing private streets from the revised provisions, except in the case of extended portions of existing streets Other provisions include design and construction requirements, certificates of compliance and approval procedures 10 Sexually orlented businesses Ordinance No 03-11Z amends Section 2.2, concerning certain definitions of terms, and amends Section 16.5 in its entirety, so as to provide regulations on sexually onented businesses, as defined in the ordinance Such businesses may be located only in the HC Highway Commercial or the C-2 General Business Distnet, and they may not be located within 1.000 feet of a residence, a residential or agricultural zoning district, a place of worship, a park, playground or school or anoth­ er sexually onented business Such businesses, where the mini mum requirements are satisfied, may be approved only by special land use authorized by the Planning Commission after public hear­ ing The amending ordinance specifies regulations for such busi­ nesses, including applications for approval, building and lighting requirements signs, hours of operation, inspection, structural requirements standards of conduct, registration of employees, licensing requirements and reporting of violations Services mvoiv tog massage are permitted under specified requirements and where the services are rendered only by a massage therapist cer­ tified by certain national massage therapy associations Copies of any of the amending ordnances may be examined or purchased at the office of the Township Clerk, 250 South Maple Street, Caledonia Michigan, during Township office hours The amending ordinances will become effective February 25. 2003 Dated February 11,2003 TOWNSHIP BOARD OF THE CHARTER TOWNSHIP OF CALEDONIA 312 �Page 14/The Sun and News. Middleville. Ml/Fetxuary 18, 2003 Two Scots headed to State Whitecaps’ coach helps TK promote baseball program What’s the number one piece of advice you could give a girl who’s heading to her first State skiing meet? “Ski* fast." That’s all the advice Cale­ donia senior Lindsey McNeil had to offer her teammate and classmate Brooke Hendry after the two qualified for the State Ski meet which will be held next Monday at Nub’s Nobs in Harbor Springs. “They’re pretty excited about going.’’ said Scot Coach Bryce Beckett. “It’s the ninth straight year we’ve qualified individuals for state. Wc’rc still looking for the team to go, but we’ll take this.” Hendry is heading to state for the first time, she quali­ fied in the slalom by placing ninth overall with a lime of :52.24 at last Thursday’s re­ gional. McNeil qualified for the second straight year in both the slalom and the giant sla­ lom. She finished sixth at the regional race in the g.s.. Fighting Scots Lindsey McNeil (left) and Brooke Hendry will finish off their senior season at Saturday’s State ski meet. Both girls qualified at last Thursday's regional. and fifth in the slalom. Those places also happen to be where the Scots’ girls' team finished in each of those races as well. In her last shot at it McNeil says she hopes to finish all-state this year. “But there’s a lot of compe­ tition.” The girls were sixth over­ all in the regional standings, THORNAPPLE AREA ENRICHMENT FOUNDATION Our Hometown Charitable Organization MISSION: To enrich and enhance the quality of life in the Thornapple Area by acting as a leader and catalyst in the evolving needs of the community. For scholarship and charitable gift information, please write to: P.O. Box 164 Middleville, Michigan 49333-0164 tktaef@hotmail.com behind Cranbrook in first. East Grand Rapids second. Hackett third. West Catholic I fourth, and Bloomfield Hills Hendry finished second for the Scots in the g.s and 15th overall, followed by teammates Erin Mitteer in 27th and Mucki Doezema in 38th. Behind the two heading to state in the slalom Mucki Doezema finished 35th overall and Jessica Mariano was 39th. The Scot boys finished ninth in the 12 team regional with a ninth place finish in the g.s. and an 11th in the slalom. Adam Crandell had the top individual performance for the Scot boys, finishing 24th in the slalom. Dan At­ kinson was 41st followed by Rich Tourtellotte 5Lnd and Kyle Rieth 62nd. In the g.s. Atkinson was the. top finisher for Caledo­ nia in 40th place, and Cran­ dell was 45th. Not too far behind was Brent Van Namen 48th and Andy Ondersma 53rd. WOLdOProtect Your Vehicle See a qualified expert. 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And that it’s going to take some work to get them done. “It all starts here,” said Regan, “just like the Tigers start with the Whitecaps.” Regan told about how he started out throwing a bail against the barn in Wayland as a kid before making the big time. “Did you ever meet Babe Ruth?” asked a curious stu­ dent in the first of two ses­ sions at the elementary. “No, but I did pitch against Ted Williams once,” re­ sponded Regan. Curiously enough, there didn’t seem to be much time for ques­ tions in the second session. Regan had playing stints with the Tigers. Cubs, White Sox, and Dodgers, that in­ cluded a trip to the 1957 World Series with L.A. “If you set your goals high, you can do it.” said Regan as he began the story of his time with the U.S. Olympic Gold medal squad, that defied the odds by top­ ping Cuba, Japan, and Ko­ rea. More than any story about Olympic Gold or Ted Wil­ liams, the kids were more interested in knowing about Sammy Sosa. So, Regan told them of a time when Sosa was just a poor kid in the Dominican Republic, ready to quit the game of baseball because he couldn’t afford to get across the country every day to make it to practice. Regan convinced him to stick it out, and now Sosa’s living in a $2 million dollar apartment in Chicago. “That’s a success story,” says Regan. The Trojan coaches are trying to turn their programs into success stories by get­ ting to the kids early, and it starts this Saturday with a baseball clinic at the TK Middle School third thru eighth graders. The clinic will focus on learning and TK Coach Tom Enslen helps a student learn the proper way to grip a baseball, and says he'll teach how to throw it when the Trojan baseball and softball clinics begin Saturday. (Photo by Brett Bremer) improving skills such as throwing, catching, and hit­ ting techniques. There was early registration, but stu­ dents are still invited to at­ tend for a five dollar fee at the d(X)r. March 1 is the first and second grade clinic for Tballers. And the scries ends March 15 with the softball clinic for girls grades three thru eight. Pay hikes, continued from pg. 13 ble ways to pay for the new parking area. The new sidewalk ordi­ nance, under much discus­ sion and cooperative work between the planning com­ mission and council, was ap­ proved. The village also pur­ chased a $3,400 snow pusher to help clear snow. Banners designed by the Thornapple Kellogg School District celebrating its "Character Counts" program will hang downtown for sev- cral weeks each year. The village and district are still negotiating exactly when this will occur. Other friendly news in­ cluded Deb Buckowing de­ scribing the welcome bas­ kets she gives to new resi­ dents. Ihe baskets provide information and samples of services available in Mid­ dleville. The next meeting of the Village Council will be at 7 p.m. Tuesday, Feb. 25. HOURS: M-Th 5am-9pni; Fri. 5am-8pm Sat. 8am-2pm; Sun.9am-3pm 9175 Cherry Valley’, Ste. K Caledonia, 891-2994 �The Sun and News. Middleville. Ml/February 18. 2003/Page 15 Pancake breakfast to aid Freeport Fire Department Feb. 22 David A. Huyck WAYLAND - David A. grandfather and great grand­ Huyck, age 76, of Wayland, father. always doing kind passed away Thursday, Feb. deeds for his family and 13, 2003 at Tendercare, friends Hastings. He is survived by his Mr. Huyck was bom on wife, Evelyn D. Huyck; four Nov. 17, 1926 in Ann Arbor, sons, David L. Maxwell of Mich., the son of Gilmer and Petersburg. Florida. Gary A Caroline (Stanton) Huyck. Huyck of Wayland, John E. He was raised in Cale­ (Joy) Huyck of Middleville, donia, Mich., and attended and Michael P. Huyck of Caledonia Schools, gradual Wayland; one daughter. ing in 1946. Jeamne M. Huyck of Kent­ He was married to Evelyn wood; three grandsons and D Koch on June 6, 1953 at two great grandchildren; Huyck Farm. Caledonia. many nieces and nephews. He was employed at Preceding him in death Bradford White Corp, in were his parents, Gilmer Middleville and retired after and Caroline Huyck. 34 years of service. A memorial service was Mr Huyck was a member held Saturday afternoon, of Caledonia United Metho­ Feb. 15, 2003 at the Cale­ dist Church in Caledonia. donia United Methodist Masonic Lodge, IOOF, Church Rev. Norman C VFW, American Legion, Kohns officiated. Interment and USFA Veterans Assoc­ was at luikeside Cemetery, iation Caledonia. He proudly served his A luncheon followed the country in the United Stales memorial service at the Army during the Korean Fellowship Hall Conflict Memorial contributions David and his wife. may be made to Caledonia Evelyn, enjoyed the beauty United Methodist Church of Cobb Lake, with the Building Fund. changing seasons. Arrangements were made He was a devoted, canng. by the Beeler Funeral loving husband, father. Home. Middleville. Call 945-9554 for ACTION-Ms The Freeport Fire Depart­ ment will have a pancake breakfast from 7 to 11 a.m. Saturday. Feb. 22. in the Freeport Community Center. Besides pancakes, the de­ partment will serve eggs, sausage, orange juice and coffee. TK Senior Parents' raffle end draws near by Patricia Johns Staff Writer On Friday. Feb. 21 the winner of the Senior Parent raffle will be known. But the winners of the quilts will not be notified until after the senior parent meeting on Monday, Feb. 24. The major fund-raising raffle is going on and par­ ents are needed to sell tick­ ets. Anyone who can help should call Tammv Stark at 795-8874. Tickets are $5 apiece or five for $20. This year’s prizes include an overnight stay at Crystal Mountain Re­ sort with lift tickets or golf, an overnight stay at the Sherwood Forest Bed and Breakfast in Douglas, and $100 in turkey products from Otto’s Turkey Farm. Several other smaller prizes are available in this raffle as well. The winning bids will be announced at the Feb. 24 Senior Parents meeting in the McFall all purpose room. The meeting begins at 7 p.m. “The event is very special this year, as we have pur­ chased a new pumper truck and are working on paying for this vehicle," said Chief Jim Yarger. “The new truck will replace a 1969 engine that has needed to be re­ placed for awhile. This will be the first new engine that we have had since 1990." The department recently had a brush truck donated to the department by Dreisbach &G Motors. Two years ago. a grant enabled the depart­ ment to purchase a rescue vehicle. "We wouldn't have been able to purchase this new vehicle without these other events happening." Yarger said. “We would have had to replace those vehicles first. We really appreciate the support that we have re­ ceived from the community over the last few years." The department currently has 21 firefighters and medi­ cal first responders covering territory in four townships. Irving. Carlton. Campbell and Bowne, which also are in three counties. “It makes things very in­ teresting to have so many ju­ risdictions to work with." said Yarger. The department re­ sponded to 112 fire and medical calls in 2002. Hastings City Bank Here For You Since 1886 Come visit us at the Barry Home Show, Feb. 21, 22 or 23 AND REGISTER TO WIN A Black & Decker Rechargeable Sawz-All! Stop by any office for a COUPON WORTH $1.00 OFF THE ADMISSION PRICE. AMERICAN MANUFACTURED ar LIVING, INC. Rent tor 3 tears on Mi Model Home Purchase {Both locations! February Savings! S125/mo. for 3 Yrs. 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Ryan Fletke (top) knocked off Unity Christian s Rich Meekhoff in the ail important semi final round at 135pounds to guarantee himself a spot in the regional Saturday in Middleville. (Photo by Brett Bremer) day in Middleville, where they will meet Coldwater in the first round. In the finals against Alle­ gan the Trojans won nine of the 14 weight classes, high­ lighted by quick pins from Alec Belson at 215. and Kurt Huntington at 112. Dayne Fletke at 152 also re­ corded a pin as the Trojans rolled past the Tigers. Other winners for TK in the match were Tom Win­ right (103), Mike Gurski (119), Pat McKeown (135), Ryan Fletke (140), Phil Cor­ son (189). and Matt Potter (275). Last Saturday at the Divi­ sion 11 Individual district at Lowell the Scots and the Trojans paths crossed once again, and both teams have wrestlers heading to the re­ gional round this Saturday in Middleville. For TK seven Trojans fin­ ished in the top four spots in their weight classes to move on to the next round, Cale­ donia has four. The Trojans had two wrestlers place in the 135 pound weight class, Pat McKeown moved his record this winter to 38-5 by top­ ping Hastings’ Ryan Fergu­ son with a pin in the final round. Trojan Ryan Fletke lost his first two matches of Introducing... Ed's New Complete Auto & Truck Glass Service! Quality Auto Glass , 100% SATISFACTION GUARANTEED There’s No Substitute For Quality... Clearly You Will See The Difference! • Complete Collision Service • Autos & Trucks • Loaners Available • 100% Guarantee on repairs Z’z/k ^BODY SHOP 110 Johnson at Kinsey ColeOoraa 616-891-0150 ~U'c Meet by accident ” FT * Mar si SHI— UM | the year at 135. but got the pair of wins that would al­ low him to move on. Phil Corson from TK pushed his season record to 32-11 by winning the 189 pound weight class. Tyler Bowden finished in second place for the Scots at 103 by winning a pair of matches. TK's Tommy Win­ right wrestled his way to a fourth place finish after fal­ ling in his first match of the day. but the consolation fi­ nal seemed a little anti-cli­ mactic after Winright topped Wayland’s Jeremiah Acton to reach the final four. Another Scot second was turned in by Corey Kilmartin at 160 who battled tough in the finals against Low­ ell’s J.J. Wilder. Kilmartin had Wilder on his back just before the time expired in Fighting Scot Corey Kilmartin (right) fought his way to a second place finish at last weekend's Individual by knocking off talented grapplers like Ryan Dykhouse (left) from Lowell. (Photo by Brett Bremer) the third period, but fell 148. TK’s Andrew Reeder also fell to Wilder in the 160, but battled to finish fourth in the flight. Frank D’Amico won the consolation round at 152, with three wins on the day, as did TK’s Alee Belson. who’s record reached 31-13 when he swept his way through the consolation round at 215 to finish in third place for the Trojans. 24-Hour Challenge anxious to return to Middleville area by Patricia Johns Staff Writer John and Diane Obermeyer, representing the an­ nual “24-Hour Challenge,” visited both the Thornapple Township board meeting Feb. 10 and the Village of Middleville Council meeting Feb. 11. The couple plans to bring the event back to Mid­ dleville for the third time. The Obermeyers thanked the township and village for their cooperation in the past. The route will remain the same and the Obermeyers will be meeting with the Middleville deputy sher­ iffs post to work on the final details before the June 14 and 15 event. This year's 24-Hour Chal­ lenge is the 21st year. Previ­ ous routes included areas in Kent County. This year's route includes a 125-mile ride around the outside of Barry County, be­ ginning from the Thornapple Kellogg High School. Those who finish the 125-mile route then ride as many times as they like of the 22mile route and then as many of the six-mile loops, which arc completed overnight. For more information on this event call 616-241-1969 or check the website at ci­ ther N24HC@aol.com or www.N24HC.org. Reach over 11,000 area homes with an ad in the Sun & News. Call 945-9554 to place your ad. �The Sun and News. Middleville. Ml/Fetxuary 18. 2003/Page 17 Four-point first quarter dooms Caledonia eagers by Brett Bremer Sports Editor The Fighting Scot varsity boys’ basketball squad outscored Wayland in the sec­ ond quarter, in the third quarter, and in the fourth quarter last Friday night in Caledonia. But it wasn t enough to dig out of an 11point first quarter hole, as the Wildcats pulled out a 5851 win. Caledonia junior Brad Swartz put the Scots up 2-0. but the ‘Cats poured in the next 15 points over the games opening six minutes before Thomas Spitzley got the Scots second bucket. The first quarter ended that way. 15-4. The Wildcats’ full court press gave Caledonia some fits early, as the Scots strug­ gled to keep things under control. Caledonia turned the ball over 21 times on the night. Eli Cooley helped Cale­ donia keep the ‘Cats in sight, pouring in 11 of his team high 13 points in the first half by powering his Senior guard Kyle Hemmes tries to get his hands on a loose ball, but is shielded away by the 'Cats Leon Hilaski (11). (Photo by Brett Bremer) Caledonia’s Ryan Rogers gets a shot off over the outstretched arms of Wayland's Steve Sipkema. Rogers finished the contest last Friday with 12 points for the Fighting Scots. (Photo by Brett Bremer) Fighting Scot senior Eli Cooley tries to go through the Wildcats’ Aaron Lewis, for two of his team high 13 points last Friday night. (Photo by Brett Bremer) THINKING OF REMODELING? Need to expand your home or update your kitchen? We can help with the design and construction! Call now for your spring or summer project. 291-1805 CUTLER BUILDERS way through the lam.. But after what happened in the first quarter. Wayland just needed to hold on for the final 24 minutes to win. And they did. After trading buckets through much of the third quarter, the Scots ended the quarter down eight, they opened the final period with a three-point bucket by Spitzley that cut the Wildcat lead to five. That was as close as things would get. Wayland scored the next six points to get its lead back to double-figures. The Fighting Scots stayed in the game thanks espe­ cially to a strong perform­ ance on the glass. As a team they pulled, down 39 re­ bounds. led by Abe Mulvi­ hill and Ryan Rogers with seven apiece. Brad Swartz and Eli Cooley each pulled down six boards. Rogers finished with 12 points for Caledonia, while Spitzley and Mulvihill each added nine. Wayland was led by sen­ ior Steve Sipkema’s 16point performance. Ryan Farmer also hit double-digits for the Wildcats finishing with 14. The loss was the ninth straight for the Fighting Scots, who’s record sits at 3- State number one South 12 overall with a 1-10 mark Christian comes to Caledo­ in the O-K Gold. Their lone nia on Tuesday, and Friday Gold win came in December the Unity Christian Crusad­ over Hastings, who the ers pay a visit. Scots hosted Monday in a Unless the Scots were make up of a make up. able to knock off Hastings Two tough home games on Monday, Caledonia will remain for Caledonia, both have a tough time getting a this week against a couple of conference win on its home the top teams in the Gold. floor this season. YOUR ONE STOP WATER STORE BEST PRICE, QUALITY, SERVICE Most Common Working Water Problems... 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The Trojans had a much better start to the ball game this second time around, but Calvin ran away after the opening quarter, to win 7044. “We had a pretty good start,” said Trojan Coach Kurt Holzhueter. “We dic­ tated the tempo pretty well in the first quarter.” in which the Squires emerged with just a 14-12 lead. “And looked pretty sharp doing it.” “But then we let it get away.” said Holzhueter. In a two minute stretch in the second quarter, Calvin pushed their advantage, which had been lingering around seven, up to 13 points. And that was that. ATTENTION HOMEOWNERS Now thru February 28, 2003 Place a paid order on any vinyl replacement window by ViWin Tech and receive... LOW E CLASS AND ARGON CAS, FREE! let us tome and demonstrate the value ot both the Low t and Argon Gas in your home The demonstration and the estimate is free Stop letting your hard earned heab mg dollars go out the window. The demonstration, and the measuring for the estimate can be completed within to minutes Call today to set up an appointment, call TK’s Brett Knight (54) raced past Jon Koi (30) and the Bronco defense enough times Tuesday night to lead the Trojans with 18-points in their one-point de­ Wolf Rd. Construction 517-852-2571 feat. (Photo by Brett Bremer) licensed & Insured We accept Visa, MasterCard and Discover “It’s tough to catch up against a team like Calvin,” said Holzhueter. 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Playing the point, Justin VanSpronsen < comeback,” Holzhueter told some tremendous defense dished out four assists. | his team in the locker room down low, cut the Bronco Two more games remain after ; the contest. The Tro­ lead to four. Then with the were down by six with on the Blue slate before dis- jans j Continued next page trict play begins. The Tro- ,under a minute to play. jans have Tuesday night off, before hosting Rogers on Friday night. Then TK will end the conference season with a trip to Godwin on Dan Gcnther, Licensed & Friday Feb. 8. Insured Electrician Last Tuesday at Coopers­ ville, Holzhueter said after the game that he didn’t Residential Service Upgrades know what Bronco Coach Light Commercial Troubleshooting Rich Renzema would have done if Justin VanSpronNew / Remodels Cell (269)838-8758 sen’s last second jumper Middleville, MI 49333 Ph/Fax (269)795-4879 would have fallen. But it didn’t. And the game ended 62-21 So noI body had to worry for the coaches sanity. ; For the second time this winter the Broncos and the ► WAGE I Trojans battled for 32 minI utes to a one point differGARNISHMENTS I ence. The difference was HARASSING I this time the last second shot I didn’t fall for TK like it did CREDITOR I when the two teams met in PHONE CALLS I Middleville. “The loss is disappointing ► LAWSUITS I to the guys,” said HolzI hueter, “but its pretty en► FORECLOSURES I couraging the way we I played.” ► COLLECTIONS I Both teams had chances I to put the game away. TK had a six point lead I heading into the final quarI ter thanks to back-to-back I three’s from VanSpronsen I and VandenBerg to close 877-213-DEBT (3328) I out the quarter But I Coopersville’s Nolan KUZAVA& KLZAVA, pic I Sloothaak poured in ten of II* t. Court St- • 'll I his game high 29 points in I the third quarter, as the Yankee Electric bankruptcy We Can Help! zw.945-6320 SERVICE HOURS Mon. �The Sun and News. Middleville. Ml/February 18. 2003/Page 19 Automotive WHY SPEND YOUR WHOLE TAX RETURN ON JUST A CAR? Buv a quality and inexpensive car from us and save '95 Ford Taurus. 3.0 V-6, 127k. $1,995. '92 Chevy Lumina APV mini­ van, 51,295, 93 Toyota Ter­ cel, 125k automatic. $995; 90 Chevv Lumina APV mini­ van. 5995 90 Cadillac El Dorado, 5995; 90 Ford Es­ cort, $495; '89 Ford Escort. $495; '88 Ford Econo-line van, $495 Inventon changes daily, call first 616-283-4994 or 916-8336. Jager Auto Sales 238 County Line Rd , Free­ port. Help retiring coach, seniors celebrate last TK home game Varsity Volleyball coach Cindy Middlebush (standing on left) is shown here with the 2003 Volleyball team She will lead her team for their last home matches on Thursday. Feb. 20. The game against Godwin begins at 7 p.m. but at 6:45 p.m. Middlebush and the seven seniors on the team will be honored during Parent Night ceremonies Thornapple Kellogg Athletic Director Mark Uyl says, “We en­ courage former team members and their families to attend this ceremony as we mark a successful pairing of team and coach for 15 years." From previous page Trojans pressing. Ycazel picked off an errant Bronco pass and the ball made its way to Brett Knight who knocked down a three. Coopersville missed the front end of a onc-and-one at the other end and Ycazel pulled down the rebound. TK raced the ball up court for the game’s final shot. Knight led the Trojans with 18 points, followed by VanSpronscn with 11. The pair of losses last week pushed the Trojans re­ cord back to 8-10, with a 6-6 mark in conference play. After a tough night in a tight Trojan loss at Coopersville Tuesday, Jon Yeazel poured in 20 points against the league-lead­ ing Squires on Friday. 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Ml/Fetxuary 18. 2003 Tough times for Scot spikers as tourney looms The Fighting Scot varsity volleyball team is trying to hang on for a strong Gold finish, but the last few days of volleyball haven’t gone very well for Caledonia. “We have a hard time keeping momentum.” says Coach Mark Johnson. “When we do have the mo­ mentum I'm not even sure we realize we have it.” The Scots finished a day of volleyball at Haslett on Molly Conway (11) digs one out in the back row for Caledonia. (Photo by Perry Hardin) Saturday 0-4. “We struggled offensively the whole day.” said Johnson. “We didn't hit very well, and Haslett was the only team we served well against. We played de­ cent defense, but you can only play defense for so long.” Whether they knew it or not. the Scots had the mo­ mentum in the second game against Haslett. It was the first match of the day. The Scots had dropped the first game 15-4. but led in the second 11-6. Haslett rattled off nine of the next ten points to take the game, and send the Scots on a down­ ward spiral. It wasn't the only lead the Scots would lose on the day. After dropping a game 15-3 to Mason, the Scots again found themselves with a lead. 8-6 in the second game. But the Bulldogs managed to scored the next nine points and finish off the game 15-8. The Scots also dropped games on the day to Lansing Sexton 15-5. 15-13. and Lansing Waverly 15-8. 15-6. Krystal Rabley led the Scots with 13 kills, on the day. “That pretty much de­ scribes our offensive woes.” said Johnson. Brooke Ziese­ 2nd Annual BARRY HOME SHOW Barry Expo Center Fighting Scot Krystal Rabley (50) fires a shot over the opponents front line last Monday. (Photo by Perry Hardin) On M-37 Between Middleville & Hastings February 21-23, 2003 Friday 10-9; Saturday 10-9 & Sunday 10-5 The Home Show Event of the Year! 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Jenna Knight and Brittany Garbow both served well on the day, according to John­ son. Knight finished the tourney with six aces, and Garbow had two. Their strong play was a little bit of a carry over from the final game of a Caledo­ nia hosted quad last Mon­ day, Feb. 10, where the Scots earned a nice win over Gull Lake in three games. After falling to both Mat­ tawan 15-3, 15-3, and Rock­ ford 15-5, 15-4, the Scots found themselves down 14-8 in the first game against Gull Lake. The Fighting Scots fought back to take the next eight points and the game 16-14. Gull Lake took game number two 6-15, but the Scots finished off strong in winning the third game 15-6. Johnson said that the con­ test between the Scots and Kenowa was a big one for his girls in the Gold, as they were looking to slay in the seventh spot heading into this Saturday’s conference tournament at South Chris­ tian. The Scots arc 2-5 in the league, just one game ahead of both Wayland and Hast­ ings. Caledonia wants to hold onto that number seven spot to avoid having to face South Christian or Unity Christian, the league leaders, in the opening round of the tourney. � https://barrycountyhistoryportal.org/files/original/25/713/SunandNews_2003-02-25.pdf f666edac81739dfe688e8f82c2f953ca PDF Text Text rasthim public uer.;.'/ Your Hometown Newspaper Serving Middleville and Caledonia Areas 132nd year Middleville, Michigan 49333 No. 13/March 25, 2003 ‘Operation Iraqi Freedom’ support group forming hv Patricia Johns Staff Writer Deb Shaffer and Shelley McQueen have lots in com­ mon. Along with being resi­ dents and business profes­ sionals in the area, they have sons serving in the Navy, They, along with Barb Ockcrman. have decided to start a new support group for families and friends of those serving in the U.S. armed forces, especially during this time of conflict. Shaffer decided to start the group to make sure fami­ lies could share their infor­ mation and experiences. She wants to hold weekly meet­ ings Tuesdays, as long as the current conflict lasts, at the VFW Post No. 123 in Middleville, with all meet­ ings beginning at 7 p.m. “Family and friends of those serving either overseas or stateside are welcome, veterans, too,” Shaffer says. The first meeting Tues­ day. April 1. will feature a talk by Middleville Postmas­ ter Vic Haas, who will dis­ cuss how to send packages to those serving in the Mid­ dle East. He will cover proper packaging, how to fill out custom forms and what can be sent. “We hope to bring in other speakers on topics im­ portant to those of us who are waiting for news of our loved ones." Shaffer says. Shaffer and McQueen said they are proud that Family Trax owner Jim Gummo started honoring those who are serving well before the current conflict with Iraq began. Gummo has collected and displayed the names and photographs of those who graduated from Thornapple Kellogg High School (with a few on dis­ play from Hastings and Caledonia) and who are serving in the various branches of the military. “I respect these guys so much. I’ve known many of them since I opened eight years ago.” Gummo says. It is clear that these local young people appreciate his efforts, leaving him notes as well as their photographs. “I still have room for more photos.” he says. “Anyone serving can be in­ cluded. even those called up Organizers of a new support group for the friends and families of those cur­ rently serving in the armed forces Deb Shaffer and Shelly McQueen appreciate community support like that shown by Jim Gummo of Family Trax video who has created a wall of honor, which includes photographs of more than 20 local service men and women. The first support group meeting will be at 7 p.m. on April 1 at the Middleville VFW Post No. 123. ‘Friends’ donate $50,000 to new Caledonia Library by Ruth Zachary Staff Writer The Friends of the Li­ brary of Caledonia trans­ ferred $50,000 into the Township New Library fund March 21 at the Township Board meeting. Patricia Johns announced the contribution, which she said was to go toward the new library. "We have been waiting a long time to be able to give you this money, but it’s not the last money we hope to give you,” she said. “Friends of the Library will continue Caledonia Township was presented with a donation of $50,000 from the Fnends of the Caledonia Library, represented by Patricia Johns. Eric Longman has served on the search committee for a new library site, expected to be erected on property adjoining the east side of Emmons Lake to raise money to make sure that the Caledonia Library is the best facility that we can have for this community.” She thanked everyone for helping to make it possible and invited people to attend the annual "Just Desserts" event Tuesday, April 8, to thank volunteers who sup­ port the library in many ways. On the recommendation of the New Library Building Site Search Committee, the Board recently agreed to ne­ gotiate with Bill Hitchcock of S & H Real Estate, to ob­ tain property near the Cale­ donia post office. The offer was for $250,000. Hitchcock had offered to sell four acres of buildable land and to donate an addi­ tional five plus acres near Emmons Lake. Planner Dave Zylstra said he and the committee mem­ bers had walked the prop­ erty. He said an offer had been extended by the town­ ship. and had been accepted by Hitchcock and partners. A legal description is being drafted, as well as conduct­ ing a title search. An amendment to the S & H planned unit development (PUD) would be required. Site plan approval from the Village Planning Commis­ sion and the Village Council also would be needed. Resident Don Miesen said he had researched the build­ ing of libraries, as recorded through the Builders Ex­ change. There are 23 library projects being planned (in­ cluding Caledonia) in this area, through expansion or construction, six of which are ready to go out to bids. Miesen said 13 have gone out to bid for 2003. He said there had been a total of 75 library projects started in the past 27 months. He said he supports a new community library, and the work of the committee, but he questioned agreeing to the site before checking the legal description, as it re­ lates to the flood plain near Emmons Lake. He is con­ cerned there might be a need to build up the grade to be above the flood plain, an ex­ pensive prospect, drawing funds from the project and its purpose. Zylstra said the township has been aware that a por­ tion of the property is not buildable. The donated por­ tion of the site has been ex­ pected to be for public en­ joyment, but not to build on. The offer for the property is contingent on approval by the village, and testing for suitable soils for construc­ tion arid an environmental assessment. The Michigan Department of Environmen­ tal Quality (MDEQ) would give approval at some point based on the site being within 500 feel of Emmons Lake. Soil testing is being postponed to avoid costs, in case the village does not ap­ prove the PUD amendment or site plan. The completed survey and property description has been obtained, Zylstra said. from the reserves.” At this time, more than 20 photographs are posted, in- eluding Jesse bnancr, Bryan McQueen and Tracy Gummo Pauline. Local historian, teacher Norma Velderman dies by Patricia Johns Staff Writer Norma Velderman’s life was filled with friends and family, and with local his­ tory. Olive Norma Luneke was born on July 23, 1916, in Big Rapids. Before her death on March 17 at the age of 86 she had touched many lives. Many in this area knew as the author of a weekly col­ umn in the Sun and News, in which she regaled readers with the most ordinary of neighborhood happenings, visits from relatives, people having dinner together, chil­ dren going on to residency after finishing medical school, those recuperating from illness or even return­ ing from vacation. Lois Bremer, who shared her “Prairie News" column with Velderman said, “This really kept the neighborhood together. There were lots of mothers keeping an eye on all the children.” Bremer and Velderman were scout den leaders, saved plastic bleach bottles for projects and had lots of fun. Both also were enthusi­ astic volunteers at Charlton Park. In fact, Bremer is now continuing the tradition and wearing some of Vcldcrman ’s period dresses. Velderman was a Navy flight instructor during World War II when she met her husband, Johnny. After returning to civilian life, she was an elementary school teacher, a job in which she demonstrated her love for children. This love was ex­ pressed many years later as See Velderman, pg. In This Issue Library changeover effects all in Lakewood cooperative Bowens Mills to observe 25th anniversary next week Commercial, industrial zoning reflected in Caledonia Hudsonville man fatally shoots himself in Caledonia 7 �Pa^eTmie Sun■News. Mridtevittw-AMAteroh.23,-2003 TK National Honor Society to induct 66 new members Some of the newest TK National Honor Society members (sitting, from left) Julia Tandy, Tiffany Miller, Kaleigh Page, Alicia Buchanan, Katie McKeown, Sun­ day Matousek, Angela Boersma, Holly VanderHeide, (kneeling), Nicole Shoe­ maker, Michelle Raetz. Melissa Stuart. Stevi Merrill, Blythe Williams. Caitlin Ad­ ams. Alexandra Buchanan, (standing) Katie Oshmski. Emily Granger. Andrea Otto. Kristen Brady, Matt Palmer, Bobby Hebert, James M Sanford and Jessica Wenger Not pictured are Melissa Moorhouse, Michael Yarger. Christina Ailington. Michael Hoskins, Joshua Enyart, Jessica Julius, Alan Leite. Melaine Warner, Gregory Huizenga, Corey McClain, Jordan McCormick, Codie Nieder, Nicholas Roush, Kerrie Schultz. Tiffany Tietz and Brie VanDommelen. Sixty-six new members of the Thornapplc Kellogg High School chapter of the National Honor Society are being inducted this spring. The newest scholars in­ clude two seniors, 14 juniors and 50 sophomores. The active members cur­ rently include 55 seniors and 45 juniors. After the induc­ tion ceremony, the TK Na­ tional Honor Society will have 166 members strong. In addition to community service projects. NHS mem­ bers provide tutoring to TTA meets Thursday - Spring Break Tan Special - 2 Weeks Unlimited $20 AVEDA The AST AND SCIENCE of PURE FLOWER AND plant essences* ^ONTEMPO eS^LON M other students. Advisor for the group is Jackie Morgan, business services and technology in­ structor at the high school. 616-891-1093 9351 Cherry valley. Caledonia Village Centre The Thornapple Trail As­ sociation will hold its. monthly meeting on Thurs­ day, March 27 at 7:00 p.m. at the Whispering Waters Campground on Irving Road in Rutland Township. For more information about the Thornapple Trail Association and the Paul Henry Thornapple Trail check out the TTA web site at www.thornappletrail.com or www.thtHnappletrail.org. Among the 66 new members of the Thomapple Kellogg High School National Honor Soiciety are (sitting, from left)) Lindsey VandenBerg. Chanda Brice, Lind­ sey McKee, Megan Finkbeiner, Reed Ebmeyer. (kneeling) Ashley Aspinall, Kris­ ten Willemstein, Leeanne Lantinga. Pauline Gall. Aubrey Raymond, Sarah Rhoby, Kristie Pratt, (standing) Mike Mugridge. Jordon Hartley. Ryan Weesie, Trevor Manning, Brandon Wilson, Cliff Tomson, Eric Reeder, Chad Brice. Curt Batdorff, Casey Aubil, Jonathon Daining, Anthony Heidt, Thomas Fleming Brian Tate and Keith Fuleki. Two TK eagers named to All-County first team Another season of hard court action ended around the county with Vikings fal­ ling to the State No. 1 South Christian Sailors in the Class B regional semifinals. The Vikings came out on top of the Barry County Dis­ trict after knocking out the visitors from Allegan. Hastings had to face those tough Sailors twice this sea­ son battling their way through the murderous O-K Gold schedule. The TK Trojans battled some inconsistency as they fought their way through the Blue season, then found themselves in a familiar po­ sition, battling Lakewood in the district final. With their two all-county performers and a host of other strong young men, the Delton Kellogg Panthers started out hot and finished off one of their best seasons in recent memory. Maple Valley had a tough time in the SMAA this win­ ter, but found the touch at tournament time as they bat­ tled their way to a Class C district final against their league champions from Les­ lie. Trojan members of the 2002-2003 All Barry County Boys’ Basketball First Team, Brett Knight (left) and Jon Yeazel. Barry county was full of outstanding senior leaders this winter like Hastings Dustin Bowman and Lake­ wood’s Scott Secor, but quite a few underclassmen made their mark on the hard wood this year as well. All-Barry County First Team Boys’ Basketball 02-03 Big band evening to help new library Friends of the patrons of the Caledonia Library, a branch of Kent District Library, are sponsoring an evening of big band music with Tom Zalaoras and his band at 7 p.m. Saturday. April 12, at Raffaela's by Pagano Restaurant, 8256 Broadmoor SE in Caledonia. Those present can dance the night away to live music or just sit back and be enter­ tained. There will be a cash bar and Chef Joe Pagano will provide appetizers and finger foods. Tickets are $20 for cou­ ples and $15 for singles> The event is a fund-raiser for the new Caledonia library. Please contact the library for reservations and tickets. Tom Zalaoras has been the leader of his 13-piece band since the 1940s The group plays big band and swing hits by artists such as Glenn Miller and Eddy Howard. for more information or to reserve tickets, call the Caledonia branch of Kent District Library at 647-3840. The library is located 240 Emmons St. Brett Knight Knight, a 6’2 junior for­ ward, poured in 12.7 points per contest this winter for TK, and was an honorable mention all O-K Blue selec­ tion. Gunning the ball from long range, Knight shot 40percent from behind the arc. When he worked his way to the foul stripe he shot 82pcrcent Knight also aver­ aged 4.8 rebounds and 2 as­ sists a game. Jon Yeazel Trojan Coach Kun Holzhuctcr says that Yeazel is the first TK sophomore to make first team all O-K Blue in almost 40 years. Yeazel averaged 14.6 points per game on 53-percent shooting from the floor. Also averaged 4.3 rebounds and 2 steals per contest. Dustin Bowman (Has) Shawn Moore (Delton) Scott Secor (L-wood) Clint T obias (L-wood) All-Barry County Second'Team Boys’ Basketball 02-03 Chris Gillfillan (Delton) Jimmy Hirneiss (Valley) Eric Lamphere (BCCS) Eric Smith (Valley) Drew Whitney (Has) Travis Willard (L-wood) �TWSuhtsM*fe*s!. M«dfeVi»e. Ml/March 25 2G03/Rage 3 Financial Focus Furnished by Drew McFadden of Edward Jones Investments What do inflation and deflation mean to investors? During the course of our lives, we've become accus­ tomed to inflation - a con­ stant trend of rising prices. During some periods, such as the late 1970s. inflation was strong. But for the last several years, inflation has been mild. Now. however, some - but not all - econo­ mists think we may be enter­ ing a period of deflation, in which supply outstrips demand, causing prices to fall. As an investor, what would this mean to you? Or should the economic envi­ ronment make any differ­ ence in your investment strategy? There's no simple answer. But keep in mind that things can change In 2003. infla­ tion is low enough to make people start thinking about deflation. And yet. you're not investing for just this year - you're investing to achieve goals that are 10, 15 or 20 years down the road. During the intervening years, the inflation/deflation situation could change markedly. Nonetheless, you'll want to at least con­ sider the effects of inflation or deflation on potential investments - so keep a few things in mind: • Only stocks have signifi­ cantly outpaced inflation - In looking back over the 75 years from 1926 through 2001. you’ll find that stocks were the only financial asset to keep investors significant­ ly ahead of inflation. When inflation is factored in. com­ mon stocks brought an annu­ al average return of 7.73 per­ cent. compared to 2.18 per­ cent for long-term govern­ ment bonds and just 0.71 percent for Treasury bills, according to the investment research firm Ibbotson Associates. While the past performance of all these investments is no guarantee of future results, history sug­ gests ’hat you’ll need some exposure to stocks if you're going to preserve your pur­ chasing power. • Cash becomes more valuable during deflationary times - When prices are ris­ ing. you can borrow with the knowledge that you'll be paying off your debt in tomorrow's cheaper dollars On the other hand, if prices are falling, you're better off delaying purchases rather than buying on credit. Quite simply, as prices drop, cash becomes more valuable. So. if inflation remains low. or if we enter a truly deflationary period, your money market accounts take on more value than they would in times of inflation. Keep in mind, though, that you won't want your portfolio to become overly "cash-heavy." You'll still need growih to achieve your financial goals - so. once again, you need to own stocks. • Deflation may affect stocks and bonds differently - If inflation declines signif­ icantly. or becomes defla­ tion. interest rates will fall which means bond prices will rise. Conversely, falling prices of goods and services typically translate into falling profits for businesses - and that’s obviously not good for stock prices. Yet. you certainly don't want to overreact by selling off a large percentage of your stocks. Instead, strive to build a diversified portfolio containing stocks and bonds - as well as government securities. CDs and money market accounts. When you invest, don't forget about the effects of inflation or deflation - but don't get hung up on them, either. The tried-and-true keys to investment success diversification, quality and value will hold up if prices are going up, down or stay­ ing the same. Middleville agent earns statewide sales honor Tim Heffner, Middleville area agent for Farm Bureau Insurance, was honored at the recent sales convention in Traverse City. Heffner earned the fol­ lowing recognition: • 2002 All-Amcrican Award, awarded to Farm Bureau Insurance’s top agents in Michigan. The award is presented to leaders in sales and client service, according to Larry Thomas, executive vice president of Farm Bureau Insurance. Two seats up for election on TK Board of Education The deadline for submit­ ting petitions for the two seats on the Thornapplc Kel­ logg School District Board of Education is Monday. April 7. Petitions can be picked up at the Thornapple Kellogg Administration building on Green Lake Road during regular business hours. Completed petitions are due by 4 p.m. along with af­ fidavit of identity by 4 p.m. on Monday. April 7. The election will be held on June 9. This year candidates are allowed the new option of TK SECONDARY LUNCH MENU Wednesday. March 26 Goulash or ham and cheese on a bun. seasoned green beans, carrot sticks w/ranch, chocolate pudding, milk. Thursday, March 27 Breakfast for lunch. French toast sticks. w/sausage patty or corn dog on a stick, potato rounds, juice, milk. Friday, March 28 Pizza or fish sandwich on a bun. baked beans, fresh apple, milk. Monday, March 31 Chicken nuggets or Rib BQ on a bun, mixed vegeta­ bles, pears, milk. MILLER MEANS... Middleville & Gun Lake Area Office 317 Arlington, Middleville, Ml paying a $100 filing fee in­ candidates. For more infor­ stead of filing a nominating mation contact the MASB al 800-968-4627 or at petition. The Michigan Associa­ infofh masb.org. Copies of tion of School Boards pub­ these guides are available at lishes several guides for the administration building. Superintendent to visit PTO meeting Thornapple Kellogg su­ perintendent Kevin Konarska will visit the Thomapplc Kellogg general Parent Teacher Organization meet­ ing on Wednesday, March 26 at 7 p.m. in the all pur­ pose room at Page Elemen­ tary School. Konarska says, “I look forward to meeting with par­ AmericarTTegion'Tosr"'"^" Caledonia Food Events for March: All events start at 5:30 p.m—except the Chili Cook-Off, which will be held from noon-3 p.m. Public Welcome March 21 - Fish Fry March 22 ~ Chili Cook-Off v? March 28 - Fish Fry 616-891-1882 Miller REAL ESTATE 795-7272 623-8357 Debbie Erway 795-9331 Karen Brown Craig Stolsonburg gri 795-4470 SOLD! Hastings Office 149 W. Stale Street, Hastings, Ml (269)945-5182 Larry AUerdlng (269)795-3305 Kav Stolsonburg GRU'RS. Amo ' ents who work so hard for the students in our schools. I welcome their questions and comments.” All parents of students in grades K-8 are members of the PTO. Baby-sitting is provided at no charge to parents by the PTO. ••'llllllllll"' Mike Humphreys, CMS. gri Dianne FeMpausch CMS Mark He* III out Larry Haye* Jean Chase cm cat Ron Lewi* Nicole Mill* 945 5363 *38-1332 gM 7005 838-6230 945-0233 945-3103 945-4436 Looking For A Home? Be Sure To Visit Our user Friendly web Site At _______________________________________ A fOy 2. MIDDLEVILLE ACREAGE! Setting on 3 9 Fans set 3tudio $5.00 Off FULL FOIL (616) 891*1272 9954 CHERRY VALLEY CALEDONIA Ml 49316 1. MIDDLEVILLE ACREAGE! Gorgeous home Tim Heffner • Membership in the Multi-Line Sales Council (MLSC). an elite group of Multi-Line sales leaders, in recognition of outstanding insurance sales and service during 2002. The MLSC is an organization of insurance professionals dedicated to serving their clients' needs and committed to continuing self-education, adhering to high ethical standards in their professional lives, and striving for excellence in their chosen profession. Farm Bureau Insurance, one of the state's major in­ surers. has a statew ide force of over 400 agents serving more than 375,000 policyholders. setting on over 4 beautiful acres 5 bedrooms. 3-1/3 baths, master suite with extra room for office or nursery, walkout basement barn and much more’Call Kay or Craig $219,900 acres tots 2 story home features 4 bedrooms, 2-1/2 baths open floor plan. 2 car garage and much more' Private country setting Call Kay or Craig $184,900 This raised ranch home features 1500 sq ft of finished Irving area. 4 bedrooms, 1 bath and rough plumbed for 2nd bath, nice family room, deck, daylight basement and more! Close to Thornappto-Keiogg schools Cal Kay or Craig $104,900 4. VILLAGE OF MIDDLEVILLE 3. VILLAGE OF MIDDLEVILLE. Can t beat the poce dated area more* This home features 3 bedrooms up­ kitchen and bath, living room, dmng large Np root bam w/toft and much Cai Marx $109,000 FOR MORE MIDDLEVILLE, GUN LAKE ANO CALEDONIA AREA PROPERTIES, PLEASE SEE OUR ADS ON PAGE 2 OF THE REMINDER, IN THE GRAND RAPIDS PRESS, THE HOMES DIGEST AND THE PENASEE GLOBE. �Page 4The Suh and News, Middleville. MlMarch 25. 2003 Deadline for commemorative bricks is April 1 The Reclaimed Spirit Sculpture on Main Street near the site of the former Thornapple Kellogg Middle School is a destination for many walkers in the area. Each morning someone will be seen staring at their feet as they read the names in the brick river. Bricks are still available to be purchased and en­ graved with a name or brief message. The bricks are $25 each and can contain up to three lines of 13 characters each. The district is making a map of the bricks so that everyone can find their own brick when they go to visit the sculpture. base using bricks from the building capped with a sculpture of the building. It was designed by local artist Don Williamson. For an order form or in­ formation call the admini- The sculpture was built to honor those who had at­ tended the W.K. Kellogg School Building from 1931 until the construction of the new middle school. The sculpture includes a brick stration building at 7953313 or stop by during busi­ ness hours from 8 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. Bricks will be installed this spring. GTfairUd LOCAL CHURCH DIRECTORY ALASKA BAPTIST CHURCH FIRST BAPTIST CHURCH OF MIDDLEVILLE A Liling Church - Sening a Living Lord M-37. north of Middleville • ”95-9726 Morning Worship .......................... 9:30 a m. Fellowship Time................................... 10:35 am Sunday School................................. 10 50 a m Evening Praise......................................... 6:00 pm. WEDNESDAY Family Night 6 30 p.m. Bruce N. Stewart. Senior PaMor Tim A. Vine. Assi. Pastor Youth Douglas G. Beason, Visitation Pastor Gary Weaver. Music Minister Pastor David Stewart, CE Children’s Pastor 7240 68th Street, SE - Caledonia 2 miles east of M-37 Pastor, Dr Brian F Harrison Youth Pastor Kevin Stiles C 0 M M Ul 1 T T CHURCH a place to belong ..a place to become (Contemporary, Casual, Non denominational) Sunday Morning Worship..............9: 30 8 1100 a m Youth Ministry.......................................„.....891-0576 Now meeting In our new building at 817J Broadmoor4 Rev Mii haet Stowell. Dad Pastor Joe Cipcic. Worship leader Denny Houma, Youth Pastor Church Office 616-891-0287 Visit our web site www brigntsibe org_______ Sunday School Sunday Morning Worship Service Sunday Evening Service’ Wvdnexlay Mid Week Prayer Word of Life Clubs 9 45 a m 11 00 a m 600 p.m 645 p.m . 645 p.m MIDDLEVILLE CHRISTIAN REFORMED 708 W. Main Street 10:00 a.m. 11:15 a.m. 6:00 p.m. Morning Worship Service Sunday School Evening Worship Service YOU ARE INVITED Rev. Tom DeVries, Pastor - 795-9901 Middleville Good Shepherd Lutheran Church Wesleyan Church 908 W. Main Street (M tssou ri Sy nod) Worship................................................. 9.30 a.m. Sunday School................................ 11:00 a.m. Adult Bible Class............................. 11.00 a m. Rev. E. Anthony Sikora Church: (616) 795-2391 £jiNew Life "A Church with a caring heart for our community and the world" Proclaiming the Whole Counsel of Cod 10 AM Sunday Morning Sunday Worship.......................... 9:30 a.m and 6.00 p.m. (Child & Adult) (During the School Year) Services at 9 30 a.m. and 6 p.m. Rev. R. .Scott Greenway, Pastor Keith Stulp, Youth Director Al Tiemeyer, Community Calling 9255 84th Street, Alto. Ml 49302 One mile east ofWftitneyville Rd 3449 - 76th St. S.E., Caledonia 698-9660 A Church for today's world Spirit-filled family Church. Church Office: (616) 891-1512 M-37 at 100th St. Rev P Adams Phone 891 -8440 Sunday School for ages 3 yr. thru 6th grade: Sr. High. Sun. 6:30 pm Jr High, Sun. 630 pm GUN LAKE COMMUNITY CHURCH & PRESCHOOL Rev. Dave Le Blanc, Pastor Ur f Phone 891-9259 Saturday Evening Mass ... .5:00 p.m. Sunday Mass . .9:00 a.m. & 11:00 a.m. ^^^CHRISTIAN CHURCH ^^3 K dHHfii GUN lake cTTomcV; Meeting vour friends, and your family ri8ht where you re Sunday Worship. <*00 a m or 10:30 am. Wednesday Worship6:30pm (EJje ®lb tEime Vl£>dFEletI)olJt5t CljurcI) 5590 Whitneyville Ave., S.E. Atto. Ml 49302 IZ200 West M l 79 Highway ''let Nooudav Road) Wayland. SC Kraft Avenue at Johnson Street Sunday SchooL.i0:00 am. Morning Worship...11:00 a.m. Evening Worship...6:00 p.m. Wednesday Prayer Meeting...7:00 p.m. Rev. Royle Bailard, Pastor Phone 868S437 Rev Norman Kohns • (616) 891-8167 Church Office: 616-891-8669 • Fav 8918648 w cakxkxuaunK org Community of Christ ALASKA CONGREGATION 8146 68th St near WhrtneyvOe Ave Church School, Sunday . Praise Singing 9:45 am. 10:50 am Morning Worship 1100 am Wed Fd low ship 730 pm Pastor E G Frizzell Church Ph 616-868-6810 • Pastor j Ph 616-897-6740 I \ / | St. Paul Lutheran Church Missouri Synod Comer of 84th St and Kraft in Caledonia _____ 1 mile west of M-37 Traditional Service 3:30 AM Acoustic Praise 8r Worship Service Sunday School 8r Adult Bible Study 11.00 AM 9:4S .AM Mid-Week at the Oasis - Wed. 6:30 PM Informal mid-week acoustic Praise and Worship service AU Services have a Nursery available • Barrier Free Pastor Robert Gerke • Pastor David Ziehr Office Phon* S91-«6S« Newi Check out our new web site www.StPaulCaledonia.orq SS. CYRIL and METHODIUS CHURCH THORNAPPLE BIBLE CHURCH Preaching the Living Word Serving The Risen Lord Sunday School .......................... 930 a m. Sunday Morning Worship 10:30 a.m. 0r. Church & Nursery available.) C urrently meeting at: Emmons Lake Elementary 8950 Kraft SE, Caledonia Rev Dennis Ross Church; (616) 868-7425 UNITED METHODIST CHURCHES Middleville - Parmelee 930 a m MiddievBe Morning Worship . 1100 a m. Sunday School (Addts)................ 945 a m Nursery ■ Gode 5 .................................11:00 am Grades M Sunday Evenrgi . 500415 p m. Godes 9-12 Stnday Evenings 6 30-800 p m Godes 6-12 Wednesday Evenings 600-730 p.m. Ret Lee Zachman _______ Church Office Phon© - 79G9266________ WAY FA RE I< 254) Vise Street (M-37 to Emmons to Vine) Worship Services 8 30 im and 11 00 am Sunday School ....... ................. ............ 9.45 am Coffee Fellowship 10 30 am (Nursery available throughout) wodnetday 1 IQ ■ vA| 6:00 P.M. Evening Prayer phone 795-2370 or 94A-9327 Vicar ~ Rev. David T. Hustwick Parmelee Morning Wonhp A CALEDONIA {T UNITED METHODIST Sunday, March 30th: “Knowing our Need for God" 9:15 A.M. Morning Prayer (Holy Communion 2nd Sunday) 11:00 A M. Holy Communion 1664 N. M-37 Highway As of now, the 9:30 Mass of SS. Cyril & Middleville. Ml 49333 • 945-1555 Methodius will take place at St Therese Located near the corner of M-37 and McCann Service Times: Church in Wayland while the final Sunday School................................................... 9:45a.m.phase of the building of the church Morning Worship.................................... 11:0() a.m. takes place Mass at SS Cyril & Method­ Evening Worship.............................................. 6:00p.m. ius will resume again July 13, 2003. when Youth Group:............................. 6:00 p.m. Sunday the dedication takes place. We apolo­ Midweek 7:00 p.m. Wed. gize for the inconvenience 9:30 a.m. Thurs. GRACE UNITED REFORMED CHURCH CALEDONIA HOLY FAMILY CATHOLIC CHURCH < Tfmpisrwtn < 2415 McCann Rd. tin Irving) Lakeside Community ChurcH A PL*e for Family & Fnrads 6201 W hitney v ilk Avenue. Alto CHRISTIAN REFORMED (.\mtemporary Worship 930 a.m Sunday School for All Ages 1045 a m Evening Worship 600pm Pustoe Roger Pullman • Church Office 868-0391 Leighton Church Located in Leighton To*nship Corner of 2nd Street and Hind Avenue sunk* Mcnuqg Wnrdup *30 in Toduml 11 IS i> Qwemporan Sunday School for Al Ajje' m Sunday Evrnmg Sen ar pm FW Fnends he Sctari Sri. 6 JO p m Adult iUhie Study Wrdnexio 6 30 pm US TOVNONO. bw • M0»US eOHL Un ia haw (616)891 -H02K • e-nud. letgiiiooeiwn net ^CHURCH M-37 between Middleville & Caledonia Sunday Worship: 8:30 a.m. Traditional 11 a.m. Contemporary 6 p.m. Praise/Bible Study Rev. Dr. Jack Doorlag, Interim Minister Nursery & children's activities during all services. For more information: (616) 891-8119 or wwBfiE^diyrf h « Redeemer Covenant Church —Lighting Up Lives for God— Sunday Worship 930 am Christian Education Hour 11 DO am a | $7*. Wednesday 2 Family Night 5:45-8:00 pm Pastor Paul M Hillman Youth Pastor David Enksoo 6951 Hanna Lake Avenue. Caiedonu 616-69^-8001 ndeemendisen.net unrwjedeemerawenant.org A mtmha d tht Eumgdud Qmenmi Chmhn afAmtncu community Church Finding the Way Together! An informal, contemporary church committed to our community. Sunday Worship is at 10:00am in Caledonia Middle School’s cafeteria. Everyone is welcome! Pastor: Rev. Josh Blunt Contact our Dutton office at (616) 65-65-WAY WHITNEYVILLE Bible Church 8546 Whtneyvie Ave at 84th St . 891-8661 “The Church where everybody is somebody... ...and Jesus is Lord" Meeting at Caledonia High School Sunday School 930am. Sunoay Mornrg Worship 1030 am Meenng at chape- on WNtneyvBe Ave Sunday Evening Worshp 600p.m. Wed Mdweek Prayer & &be Study 7 00 p.m Bev. >»mai Sl^s. Porta • Bev Kart 8art*x. Asoc Porta A«»*e wnitneyvsebbieag �Engagements Top 3 TK Middle School students named in ‘America & Me’ contest Patterson-Stotts to wed Feb. 28 The marriage of Anneliese Lorain Patterson to PFC Cory I^ee Stotts in Ashland City. Tenn, was solemnized in a beautiful ceremony performed by Rev. Mark Mann on Feb 28, 2003. Anneliese is the daughter of Russ and Gaye Patterson of Middleville. Mtch. The groom is the son of Stan Stotts and Shelly Sheets of Brewster. Wash­ ington and is a member of the 101st Airborne Division of the U.S. Army. Lacey Patterson. Lauren and Graycen Bailey, sister and nieces of the bride were her attendants Specialist Kenneth But­ cher served as best man and R.J, Bailey was the groomsman. A belated celebration will take place when the groom returns from deployment in the Middle East. Moma-Dunlap will marry May 3 Berl and Terri Moma of Middleville, along with Steve and Doris Dunlap of Bath. Michigan are pleased to announce the engagement of their children Carrie Lee Moma and Brandon Michael Dunlap Carrie is a 1997 graduate Chessor-Congleton Linda Chessor is happy to announce the engagement of her daughter, Jessica Marie Chessor. She will be ex­ changing vows with Craig James Congleton. son of Marsha and James Con-gleton (all from Grand Rapids). A wedding ceremony will be held on Sept. 12. 2003. Three students from Thornapplc Kellogg Middle School in Middleville have been named local winners in the 34th annual America & Me essay contest, sponsored by Farm Bureau Insurance. The three students, who earned the first, second and third place awards for their school, are Alexa McClain, first. Caitlin Chamberlin, second, and Amy Ball, third. All three received award certificates for their achieve­ ment. As the school’s first place winnerr. Alexa’s name also will be engraved on a plaque for permanent display in the school. Thornapple Kellogg Mid­ dle School’s participation in the America & Me contest was sponsored by Farm Bu­ reau Insurance agent Lynn Denton of Middleville. McClain s first place es­ say now advances to the state level competition, from which the top ten essays in Michigan will be selected. The top ten statewide win­ ners. who will be announced in April, will receive plaques, cash and U.S. sav­ ings bonds valued from Several thousand eighth grade students from nearly 525 Michigan schools par­ ticipated in the 2002-2003 America & Me essay con­ test, which was conducted with the help of Farm Bu­ reau Insurance agents across the state. The topic of the 2002-2003 contest was “My Amefican Hero.” Started in 1968 and open to all Michigan eighth grade students, the contest encour­ ages Michigan youngsters to explore their roles in Amer­ ica’s future. As sponsor of the contest. Farm Bureau In­ surance has earned 11 na­ tional awards from the Free­ doms Foundation at Valley Forge. First place winner Alexa McClain (left) will go on to state competition for her essay in the “America and Me" contest sponsored by Farm Bureau Insurance. Receiving certificates for second and third place were Caitlin Chamberlin (center) and Amy Ball (third.) $500 to $1,000. In addition, the top ten es­ sayists will be honored at a banquet in Lansing, meet with Michigan’s top govern­ mental leaders and be the New fundraiser set on Saturday of Thornapple Kellogg High School. She has attended Grand Valley State Univer­ sity and Western Michigan University pursuing a bache­ lor’s degree in elementary education. Carrie is current­ ly employed as a Customer Service Rep. for Sprint in Maumee, Ohio. Brandon is a 1997 gradu­ ate of Bath High School in Bath. Mich and a 2002 grad­ uate of Michigan State University with a bachelor of science degree Brandon is currently employed as a packaging engineer for Libbey Glass in Toledo, Ohio. A May 3, 2003 wedding is being planned The TK Middle School PTO has planned a new style of fundraiser. Students are participating in a fun, fit­ ness fundraiser and walk-athon. Students have been asking their friends and family to donate to the fund raiser. Students can decide whether to just turn in the money they raise or to compete for prizes while walking on Sat­ urday. March 29. Students will compete for prizes for the funniest hat. costume or walk. There are two walking sessions planned from 10 a m. to 11 a.m. and from 11 a.m. until noon. Remembering and missing our son, brother, uncle and Daddy on his 40th birthday. His memory is still so dear So many times he seems so near. In our hearts he will always stay Loved and remembered every day. Your spirit lives on within all of us. QMtk Cove ^ont you> and daughter, ^AsAfey. now 15 yrxtrc oCd. SOUTH OFFICE - 8980 N. RODGERS DR., CALEDONIA, Ml Some things are meant to be a certain way... 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The Caledonia branch of the Kent District Library has some excellent reasons to continue the read­ ing mode. The following are a few of the many programs that can be found at the local li­ brary (not to mention a ton of gtxxl books): • The Adult Btxik Discus­ sion group continues to meet at 1 p.m. Wednesdays. The next gathering is scheduled for April 2 to discuss, “A Tree Grows in Brooklyn” by Betty Smith. The talk sched­ uled for May 7 at 1 p.m. is to review the book. “Good Sister” by Diana Diamond. A “men only” book dis­ cussion group will meet Wednesday. May 21 at 7 pm. to talk about the book. “The Lexus and the Olive Tree" by Thomas Friedman. • Family story time is back. “Bob the Builder” kicks off story lime Thurs­ day. April 3, at 10:30 a m. Participants can take a tool belt, receive a work helmet and hear a story of Bob’s adventures. Registration is required for “Bob the Builder.” but not for other family story times. Make a craft, sing songs and hear a story. The theme is different each week. This program is for children ages 6 and under. • The KDL’s Caledonia xVhair designers AkNow open late VM0NDAY, WEDNESDAY, s THURSDAY Wir branch is giving their volun­ teers their just desserts — literally. The Friends of the Caledonia Library will have their annual volunteer recog­ nition dessert night to say thanks for all of the hours donated by the library volunteer staff. The public is welcome. Brittany Johnson, third grade, Dutton Elementary, holds the colorful solar system that she designed for Dutton’s yearly science fair. rant at 8256 Broadmoor SE in Caledonia. Contact the li­ brary for tickets and reserva­ tions. The Friends and Pa­ trons of the Caledonia Li­ brary sponsor this program. • Young ones can build a birdhouse with the Caledo­ nia library staff. This is a great starter project for those young carpenters and bird watchers alike. Registration is required for the program, which starts at 4 p.m. Thurs­ day. April 24. • Monterey Grille will be the place for lunch and a fashion show at 11 a.m. Monday, May 12. Jansher Clothing will be previewing the latest fashions modeled by KDL’s Caledonia branch staff and friends. The pro­ gram cost is $12 per person and includes a lunch buffet. Monterey Grille is located at 9175 Cherry Valley Road in OPEN 6 DAYS' a Week Evenings Always Available j 1 Call today for Appointments! 122 E. Main St, Middleville (next to Phil's Pizza) Call 795-7719 For Your Appointment! Matthew Curtis, a third-grader at Dutton, electrified Just Say AH ■1' ,\sk us tiboui our new office Dr Gary Scott, D.D.S. £) Meet Dr. Jennifer Battiste, primary care physician, along with life long Caledonia resident Leon VanderLaan, PA-C, at the Caledonia Office of Advantage Health. Dr. Battiste and Leon Vandertaan look forward to meeting you and providing you and your family with personal, comprehensive health care services. Accepting new patients 616-913-8850 or 891-2503 Priority Health and Aetna insurance accepted. men’s & women's health obstetrics ~ kids & teens ~ seniors Family Dentistry of Caledonia his audiences’ attention with his electromagnetic pro­ ject. Advantage HEALTH PHYSICIANS 9090 South Rogers Ct., Caledonia, Ml - www.advantagehealth.org • Join the Caledonia branch staff for an evening of dancing and listening to big band music by Tom Zalaoras and his band. The program will be held at Raffaela’s by Pagano’s Restau- Caledonia. Contact the li­ brary or Jansher Clothing for tickets and information. • Learn the fine art of pa­ per making Wednesday, May 14, at 7 p.m. This pro­ gram is both a demonstra­ tion and a hands-or activity. The paper can t *d in a number of crafts, pictures, letter writing, etc. • The library is gearing up for summer with the Teen Volunteer Orientation Thursday, June 5, at 4 p.m. Any teens between the ages of 11 to 15 are invited to sign up to be a volunteer at the library this summer. All volunteers must attend one orientation session. Regis­ tration is required. Call the Caledonia branch of the Kent District Library at 647-3840 for information about these or other pro­ grams. 9958 Cherry Valley Ave. SE ~ m7 H/lk /y \ I • Caledonia (616)891-0004 Fax (616) 891-5170 glsdds@tserv.net Advertisement $4.95/mo Internet? (JhoAAi/iq by DAVID STOWERS Netpenny.net offers fast, reliable, and extremely inexpensive dial-up Inter­ net access to our commu­ nity for only $4.95 a month with no contracts and no set up fees! For more info go to: www.netpenny.net or call toll free at 1-888248-7239 NEW Condominium Development in Middleville Two Bedroom units starting at *129,900 For more information contact. Amy DeKleine DeKIeine 616-299-6790 616-878-4300 ext 207 �The Sun and News. Mfddtevihe. Ml March 25. 2003/Pa^s 7 Italy changeover affects ill in lakeland cooperative by Patricia Johns Staff Writer Library users throughout the greater West Michigan area Monday saw some of the effects of changes being completed to the computer system used by the Lakeland Library Cooperative. These changes have af­ fected the Caledonia. Thor- napplc Kellogg School and Community and Freeport li­ braries, along with the more than 37 other libraries in the system. Lakeland is implementing a new "state-of-the-art" li­ brary automated system for improvement of services. It is expected to be ready to go Monday. March 31. Warning! Are you one of 80% paying too much for life insurance? By Michael Garrett “I still have trouble be­ lieving how much I was overpaying. And to think 1 was so convinced I had such a great deal I should have been paying closer atten­ tion to how the actual price of Life Insurance has been going down over the past few years.” I was just about to sit down to dinner, when I was interrupted by a phone call from a determined salesman. He started off the conversa­ tion by asking me an inter­ esting question. “Do you know why most people overpay for their life insur­ ance?” “The bottom line is most busy people buy a policy, throw it in a drawer and forget about it. But since you’ve’ been too busy to re­ view your coverage you’ve probably never noticed the actual cost of Life Insurance has gone down’” If you have not reviewed your Life In­ surance in the past 3 years, you’re probably paying more than you need to. But instead of being stub­ born. 1 dug out my policy and was shocked to find that it had been 5 years since I began my policy. O.K ! It was obvious I needed to deal with the problem, but how ? “At last, an easy way without the hassle!” I read an article about some guy who cut his term life insur­ ance cost in half. Yeah, right! But being curious, I called the 800 number to receive a free copy of the report mentioned in the arti­ cle. As much as 1 hate answering machines, I was happy to listen to a recorded message instead of having to speak with a salesman. “I finally understood what I (and everyone else) was doing wrong!” The report explained the most costly mistakes people make when buying life insurance. One of those is failing to shop around for competitive life insurance policies. “Are you one of the 80% of peo­ ple that are paying too much for your life insur­ ance?” All you have to do is leave your date of birth and cover­ age amount on the answer­ ing machine. “Two thumbs up!” “If you want to avoid overpaying for your life insurance, I advise you to call the number below. Get a copy of this eye-opening report for yourself.” “After all, wouldn’t you like to know if you’re being ripped off?" “To get your free report call toll free, (800) 3942071 24 hours a day, for a free recorded message. There is no charge for this service. And most impor­ tantly there is no one on the telephone to hassle you." Michael Garrett is a life insurance specialist that has been showing people across West Michigan how to avoid overpaying for life insur­ ance. The proceeding story is a dramatization of the col­ lective experience of many of Michael's clients. -Aditorial Leaving your job • Don’t forget to take your retirement plan with you. It's common practice to take an out ot s»ght. out of mmd attitude once you iea«« an employer But this ren t a good approach to t*«e wrtft your retirement plan Consider a rollover nto an Edward Jones sen o.rectec IRA Together we can put a plan mi place to neto mate your retirement money work as hard as you do. Mark D. Christensen. AAMS 421 W. Woodlawn Ave. Hastings, Nil 49058 (269) 945-3553 or to« free (800) 288-5220 www.edwardtowes.ctMa ttonoer SIPC C«B «r stop fe today to xbedule a cwmpfcmmtar, Edwardjones The 40-member libraries patibility. Most patrons will see re­ often have cooperated across their boundaries and the visions to the on line cata­ shared catalog has been an log. For the libraries in the Lakeland Cooperative the asset to patrons. According to literature system includes integrated distributed by the coopera­ circulation features which tive, the new catalog system, will make it easier for librar­ called “LakeNet,” is a "giant ies to serve readers. LakeNet should offer leap into the 21st century.” Prior to developing the many improvements. It will LakeNet system, the librar­ be easier for patrons to place ies in the cooperative used a holds on books. Any reader who wants to web-based catalog called Java WebPAC. Problems read a book they learned with this system included about on television, but who slow connections, it would­ isn’t quite sure of the name n't run on Macintosh com­ may be able to find the title puters and some could not using LakeNet's expanded connect at all due to incom­ information, including cover art. reviews and other de­ tails. The cooperative believes the new web interface will be easier to use. However, as the new sys­ tem is being installed, some delays may affect patrons at local libraries. Beginning Monday, March 24. the old system was taken down, and librar­ ies meanwhile will use a "check-out" only procedure. Between March 24 and April 7 readers will not be able to renew materials, ob­ tain new library cards, have their card numbers looked up, place holds on items. pay fines or have books and other materials checked in. Jane Heiss from the Cale­ donia Library said. “We do not anticipate any problems with this changeover. It should go smoothly.” The Lakeland Cooperative is supported by its 40member libraries. Fees went up this year to help pay the costs of the new LakeNet system. For more information about the changes in store for local libraries, visit the Caledonia. Freeport District Library or the Thornapple Kellogg School and Com­ munity Library. Velderman, continued from page 1 she visited local schools with her Leader dog. Hous­ ton. She wrote honestly in her column about her loss of sight. For many she was an inspiration since she took to computers to continue writ­ ing. Her column then in­ cluded details of the argu­ ments she often had with them when they “misbe­ haved.” Joyce Weinbrecht. who now writes a local history column for the Hastings Banner, said, “She was a good friend and a good per­ son. She was one of my mentors and I learned a lot from her. She wrote well and touched many lives.” Sun and News editor David Young recalled, “She had a heart of gold and called everyone Hon.” Velderman compiled a book of historical post cards showing scenes from Parmalee, Middleville, Irving, Freeport and Streeters re­ sort. Copies of this book are available at the Thornapple Kellogg School and Com­ munity Library. The library is the reposi­ tory of many of Velder­ man’s papers and histories of the area. Members of the Thornapple Heritage Asso­ ciation are cataloging these papers. The library is donating a book in Velderman’s name. P. Allen Smith’s “Garden Home: Creating a garden for everyday living.” Her husband of 57 years, John Velderman. died in 2000. Among her survivors is her sister. Lyda Veit, of Ar­ lington. Va. Her six children are Jada Peden of Victoria. British Columbia. Ted Velderman of Traverse City, Pat Velderman of Westfield, New Jersey, Mary Baggott of Hillsboro. Oregon. Cay Velderman of Middleville, and David Velderman of White Lake. She had seven grandchildren and five great-grandchildren Her son. Pat, remembered vividly some of the special things his mother did when he was growing up. “I bet people still remember the watermelon parties. Each fall Velderman loaded up blooming in her garden would be shared with teach­ ers.” He also recalls the “Good Neighbor Gang” she organ­ ized. This group of women made sure that mothers go­ ing into the hospital wouldn’t have to worry about having someone care for their children or put food on the table. The “Good Neighbor Gang” took care of that. Many new babies re­ ceived baby blankets Velderman made for them. Pat said that he and his brothers and sister know they had a truly remarkable woman for a mother. A memorial service was held Monday at the Parmalec United Methodist Church. The family has asked that contributions be made to the Barry Community Hospice, 450 Meadowrun Drive. Hastings 49058. ------- Come Home------- to Riverland Ridge Norma Velderman and her leader dog, Houston, were fixtures of many pa­ rades in Middleville. This picture was taken in 1998. her station wagon with as many watermelon as would fit from her garden and take them to the classes her chil­ dren were in. At the end of the school day, everyone would get to enjoy water­ melon at the end of the school day.” He said, “She really en­ joyed teaching and respected teachers and loved children. Whatever flowers were HOME FOR SALE) Under CoiMtruction, 2.700 kj. ft., 3 bedroom walkout Contact Brian Martin (616) 891-2272 Cell (616) 291 3439 Residential mortgage financing available through SBC Mortgage Company a lubudtary ot State Bank of Caledonia 1-800 892 8175 FDIC �Page 8/The Sun and News. Middleville. Ml March 25. 2003 Bowens Mills to observe 25th anniversary next month Historic Bowens Mills will observe its 25th anni­ versary under two genera­ tions of ownership when it opens each Saturday next month for its “Celebration of Spring.” Bowens Mills is a pri­ vately-owned State Historic Site located in Yankee Springs Township near Gun Lake. It was 25 years ago that the late Neal Cook and his wife Marion purchased the old grist and cider mill, which was built in 1864 dur­ ing the lime of the Civil War. Over the years it had fallen into ruin, and the Cooks took a giant leap of faith by choosing to sell their home, restore the old mill and turn it into a work­ ing museum. They visualized it as a place where once again grinding corn meal and pressing apple cider by wa­ ter power could take place, as in days gone by. They also had the dream to create the historical park and re­ create a village near the mill. With the help of family and friends, they moved in and restored two historical buildings, an 1850s oneroom school house and a 1840s plank house. A quaint scale replica of the covered bridge that crossed the Thor­ napple River in Middleville years ago was built in 1982. It was constructed out of wood from the old Mid­ dleville Mill that was torn East Town Homes Middlevilles Newest Townhouse Community Why rent when you can OWN? Credit not so good? Lease options available • Mortgage interest and property taxes may be tax deductible • Own a home - build equity • Ea>y carefree living - no outside maintenance • 2 or 3 bedrooms, 1 or 2 bath% 3 levels of liv- UMTumce. /, X. . De Kleine REALTY Amy DeKleine 616-299-6790 • 616-878-4300 ext 207 d<’wn' down at that time. The bridge crosses Payne Creek and is an observation area for viewing the water wheel. It is also a favorite spot for photos and outdoor wed­ dings. Soon after the Cooks pur­ chased the mill, the first “It’s Cider Time” fall festi­ val took place. The couple, with the help of their chil­ dren. grandchildren, family and friends all joined to­ gether in great anticipation to watch the first cider come oozing from the cider blan­ kets as the huge press chugged along. They sipped the first cider that day and every fall from that year for­ ward the fun continued. The second generation of millers now have taken their turn and running the historic site. Owen and Carleen Sabin, daughter and stepson of the Cooks, came to live on the mill property after selling their farm in 1984, at the request of her parents. They lives in the Bowen House that had been re­ cently purchased and added to the historical park, after coming up for foreclosure. The house was built by the Bowens in the late 1860 and was in dire need of res­ toration. It had been remod­ eled over and over through the years. Most of the old woodwork was removed and the plaster was falling off the walls. The Sabins re­ stored the house through the 13 years they lived there and purchased the house from Carleen's mother after the death of her father, Neal H. Cook. in 1989. The first generation of the miller and his wife. Neal and Marion Cook. at the park. Bowens Mills’ mission statement is: "Our mission is to con­ tinue with the visions and dreams of our parents before us and to add to that, more of our own. We feel our imaginations arc unlimited and that there arc endless horizons of possibilities here. We would like to keep alive the history of the Bowens and the Civil War era. We feel it is also our re­ sponsibility to provide a liv­ ing diary of the first genera- Continued next page Historic Bowens Mills, 139 years old and still going strong. When Marion and her husband, Ron Frye, decided to retire, the Sabins decided to purchase the mill and be­ come second generation millers at Bowens Mills. “Since we had dedicated so much of our lives to the mill and ail of the restora­ tion projects there, there was no question in our minds when the opportunity ar­ rived,” Carteen said. In 1998, their first year an artisan woodworking shop was built from a barn that had blown down in Grand­ ville. The second year, 1999, the water wheel project called "Neal’s Dream" was Advertisement $4.95/mo Internet? by DAVID STOWERS Netpenny.net offers fast, reliable, and extremely inexpensive dial-up Inter­ net access to our commu­ nity for only $4.95 a month with no contracts and no set up fees! For more info go to: www.netpenny.net or call loll free at 1-888248-7239 completed, with the help of the Fork River Free Trap­ pers and many other friends and family volunteers. “The Miller” began to build his wife "The Gather­ ing Place" in the year 2000. The huge building would be key in the future of the his­ torical park and pioneer farming village. “It will prove to be a great display area and serve as in­ surance policy against bad weather ruining festivals and large gatherings at the park,” Carleen said. “It will also be a source of income to aid in the upkeep of the grounds and provide funds for new projects.” The split rail fence project was started also that year. Hand split cedar rails brought from the Museum of the Appalachia in Ten­ nessee were hauled home by the Sabins. “It adds to the ambiance of the park and will eventu­ ally encircle the mill prop­ erty,” Carleen said. A log building was added last year as a historical re­ creation of a trappers trading post. It is called "Fork River Trading Post." It was built by the Fork River Free Trap­ pers and will be open during festivals and special events Saving on home insurance is “No Problem.” money with Auto-Owner» Insurance for their home and mobile home protecuon. Stop in and ask u< about * quality pro­ tection. with flexi bk payment ~ ( plans and "No Problem" claim service. v1uio-(hineri Imurunce Mil AMI I II S I] BOeNKOUV President 497 Arlington St (M-37) PO Box 99 Middleville Mi 49333 (269) 891-8208 (269) 795-3302 Toll free (800) 706-3302 Fax (616) 795-3935 �The Sun and News. Middleville. Ml/March 25, 200SPage 9 War Days. Fathers Day weekend. Gate fee S5 adults. $2 children ages 5-15. • “It s Cider Time" festi­ vals every Saturday and Sunday from mid-September through late October. The events include Colonial & Fiber Days. Steam & Gasoline Engine Show. Mountain Men Encamp­ ment, Civil War Days & Harvest & Quilt Show Weekends. Usual gate fees apply. • “Christmas at the Mill" (no admission fee), opens From previous page tion millers, Neal and Mar­ ion Gx)k, and keep alive the memories that they created here for so many people. In purchasing this state historic site, we have decided to dedicate ourselves to the continuance and future of this old mill and to make it our life. We accept the heavy financial responsibly that has been laid on our shoulders. As we press on and share in the lifetime of the old mill, we pour out our lives for the joys of those who visit here. We thrive on the energy we receive from the people and have learned to value the help of others. “We believe it is more than the love of an old building and a place in time... it is fulfilling a dream, in the mind’s eye, that God has given us.” Historic Bowens Mills is now a 19-acrc historical park and 1864 grist mill and cider mill. It is a working museum that still grinds and sells fresh corn meal through the use of the origi­ nal water-powered grind stones. The mill is a second generation family-owned and operated state historic site. It is open year-round for tours, festivals, weddings and large gatherings by ap­ pointment. The 19 acre historical park now consists of: • An 1864 grist and cider mill. The antiquated fourstory building’s main floor houses a working waterpowered cider mill and grist mill and a museum plus a day after Thanksgiving, then Saturday and Sunday until Christmas with fresh cut trees, photos w ith Santa and horse-drawn hay rides, free family rides with purchase of Christmas tree. School and group tours with horse-drawn rides also are available. (Group lead­ ers, teachers and clubs may call for special tour arrange­ ments.) Bowens Mills also offers private parties, family gatherings and small group tours. For more information, call (269) 795-7530. Cub Pack 3065 has Blue & Gold banquet The second generation of the miller and his wife, Owen and Carleen Sabin. gift and antique shop. There is a blacksmith shop, a wa­ ter-powered machine shop in its lower level. The third floor has been transformed into living quarters. The top floor still has old machinery, gears and pulleys. • An 1840s two-story plank house, the oldest house in Bowens Mills. • An 1850s one-room school house, moved to the mill, the oldest one-room school house in Barry County. • An 1860s 11-room Vic­ torian house built by the Bowens. • A post and beam barn, home of Belgian draft horses. • A covered bridge crosses the old mill stream. • A 17-foot water wheel completed in 1999. • "Ye Ole Craft Shoppe," an artisan’s woodworking and cooper's shop. • The "Bowens Mills Gathering Place," a huge arts and entertainment center for displays, social events, meetings, conferences and performances. • Log Cabin "Fork River Trappers Trading Post,"completed in 2002 The yearly calendar con­ sists of: • The historical park and the Miller's Wife Store is open after Memorial Day Tuesday through Saturday from noon to 4 p.m. Admission charge is $2 to the park during regular busi­ ness hours. • Live music and country dancing at the Bowens Mills Gathering Place. Admission: $3. First and third Fridays after Memorial Day. • Celebration of Spring 2003: (no admission fee), noon to 5 p.m. Saturdays in April, with live baby ani­ mals. horse-drawn rides and spring photos. • Festivals and special events Saturdays and Sun­ days, noon to 5 p.m., includ­ ing "Summertime," Civil Middleville Cub Scout Pack 3065 members cele­ brated cub scouting at their annual Blue and Gold ban­ quet at YMCA Camp Mani­ tou-Lin Feb. 21. In keeping with pack tra­ dition. the Blue and Gold Banquet marks the gradua­ tion of the second year Webelos into Boy Scouts. Proud parents watched as the Scorpion Patrol was re­ ceived by representatives from Middleville Boy Scout Troop 105. Making the evening spe­ cial was a martial arts dem­ onstration by Mike, Jackie, Michael, Nan, Caleb and Gabriel Partridge along with Phil. Cindy, Philip and Cas­ sandra Strickland. The scouts learned that many similar values are shared be­ tween the martial arts and Boy Scouting. The event sponsors were Middleville's Lions of Michigan Service Founda­ tion, Paul and Mary Tim mons, UAW Local 1002. Gavin Chevrolet-Buick-Pon­ tiac and Plumb's Valu-Ritc Foods. Raffle prize dona­ tions were supplied by Craig's Cruisers Family Fun Center, Hastings Four Cin­ ema. Dollar Maze. Four Star \ idco. I .nnil I ra\. Dk k • Market and Middle Villa Inn/Bowling. Call 945-9554 forACTION-Ads. HOME EQUITY FIXED - from 6.75% APR* HOME EQUITY LINES - from 4.25% APR** Home Sweet Home until the furnace quit, the roof leaked, and the water heater died. Home Sweet Home Again See us for an affordable home equity loan. Took out a home equity loan. Even when your home seems to be falling apart, it still has valuable equity. Call today and take advantage of Hastings City Bank’s Hastings City Bank Here For You Since 1886 home equity loans. 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For information on when the class will be given again con­ tact the Barry County Extension office at 945-1388 Mothers & More offering support Mothers & More is urging mothers to come together as a group to make their unpaid caregiving work visible to the world as a vital contribu­ tion to society. The organi­ zation aims to bring women together for the common cause of making all the work mothers do — whether paid or unpaid — count in soci­ ety both socially and eco­ nomically. "With 7500 members and over 175 chapters coast to coast, we address mothers' needs as individuals and members of society, and promote the value of all the work mothers do," said a spokeswoman for the group. "Locally our chapter The group offers a nation­ meets at Kids First Learning wide network of chapters for Place (420 Misty Ridge mothers who may, by choice Drive, lower level) Mid­ or circumstance, alter their dleville, on the second and participation in the paid fourth Monday of each workplace over the course month to explore relevant of their active parenting topics for all mothers," said years. Chapters are struc­ the spokeswoman. Upcom­ tured to support a woman, as ing topics include Creating a mother and an individual More Personal Time. Keep­ as she navigates the chal­ ing Our Patience With Our lenges of her daily life, Children. Work-Wages-and whether she is a full-time Jealousy as well as an open family caregiver or strug­ house on April 28. gling to achieve a better bal-. For further information ance between the demands please visit our website at of paid work and family www.mothersandmore.org care. or call (616) 891-8312. JB HARRISON INSURANCE AGENCY COMPETITIVE HOME RATES Hastings Mutual Insurance Company Hastings Mxiupn www.harangmHKual.aofn Daniel Urich 6090 Alden Nash, Alto Judy Harrison Thornapple Kellogg Business Professionals of America students who competed at state March 6-9 were (front row, from left) Desirae Henning, Tricia Nelson. Chelsea Biermacher, Kristion Seaman, (back row) A.J. Walsh. Joe McMahon. James Beckering, Chad Barager and advisor Keith Hamming. Eight members of the Thornapple Kellogg High School chapter of Business Professionals of America re­ cently competed against some of the best business and technology students in the state at the 31st annual Business Professionals of America State Leadership Conference. The students who com­ peted are Chad Baragar, James Beckering, Chelsea Biermacher. Desirae Hen­ ning, Joe McMahon, Tricia Nelson. Kristin Seaman and Andrew Walsh. Baragar placed fifth in Advanced Accounting while James Beckering scored at the bronze level in Financial Math. Only the top four in each category qualify to move on to the national competition. This is the fourth year Thornapple Kellogg was in­ volved in the competition. The students were accompa­ nied on the trip by Keith Hamming, advisor and Ellen Zack, high school principal. In order to qualify for state competition, the stu­ dents had to place in their respective events at the re­ gional level. The state com­ petition was held in Detroit March 6-9. 868-0050 Christopher J. Hier, D.D.S. 616-891-1240 General Dentistry' for Children & Adults — NEW PATIENTS WELCOME — Early Morning & Evening Appointments Available Conveniently located on M-37 in Caledonia (Right on the way to orfrom work) Quality’ dental care in a relaxed and friendly atmosphere. Your Smile The First Thing People See! Watershed Council to meet Wednesday The Thornapple Water­ shed Council is inviting eve­ ryone to attend its seasonal annual kick-off meeting at 7 p.m. Wednesday, March 26, at the Thornapple Township Hall in downtown Mid­ dleville. Topics and speakers will be: “How You Can Make a Difference, with information about joining the Thornap­ ple Watershed Council, Steve Walker, Watershed Council president, and a re­ port on the floodplain study of the Thornapple River with Steve Bare. Information also will be presented about the signup for the May 17 Thornapple River cleanup. Leo Hender­ shot is river cleanup coordi­ nator. For more information, call Steve Walker at 269945-9658C or check out the new web page: www.ThornapplcRiver.org Refreshments will be served at the meeting Wednesday evening. GET ALL THE NEWS OF BARRY COUNTY! Subscribe to the Hastings Banner. Call 945-9554 for more information. �The Sun and News. Middleville. Ml/March 25, 2003/Page 11 Caledonia Board of Ed approves employee severance plan by Cathy L. Rueter Staff Writer The Caledonia Board of Education March IK adopted a resolution to authorize an employee severance plan to encourage early retirements and save the district money. Educators Preferred Cor­ poration (EPC) will be rec­ ognized as the agent that will implement the plan for eligible staff. The plan essentially is one way for the distrietto "reduce costs and at the same time maintain the highest possible educational standards.” Teaching staff salaries represent the largest percentages of expenditures in the schools. With this in mind, the severance plan was designed to give eligi­ ble teachers a retirement or resignation package option. "The state is struggling to fund the foundation grant,” said Superintendent Douglas Busman in a later interview. "The governor has proposed a freeze. The foundation grant isn’t going to keep up with the cost of living." "Eligible teachers” most often means those who have been with the district for many years and arc in a higher pay scale. Offering those near retirement an in­ centive package will help the district reduce salary costs. In theory, the teachers near to retirement or resiginatiAfifify^oy lh< ones likely to take the packtage. "We have no way to con­ trol revenue.” said Busman. "All we can do is to try to control costs. The only in­ fluence we have on revenue is student growth. To get student growth, we have to maintain class sizes. We have to maintain our programs. ” To maintain the class sizes and program levels, it seems that persons newer to the teaching field would be hired in place of at least some of those who leave. Entry level salaries would, in general, be lower ’han the veterans eligible for the in­ centive packages. Speaking of eligible teachers in the district. Busman said. "I think they’re excellent teachers. Excellent people. But if we don't find a way to cut our costs .. We have to look for ways to maintain class sizes, maintain our programs. Ad* cruse mctu $4.95/mo Internet? by DAVID STOWERS Netpenny net offers fast, reliable, and extremely inexpensive dial-up Inter­ net access to our commu­ nity for only $4 95 a month with no contracts and no set up fees! For more info go to: www.netpenny.net or call toll tree al 1-888248-7239 “The governor has pro­ posed that the old 80-20 for­ mula (state funding for stu­ dents) not be used." said Busman. "The pupil count will be reduced. We re (the district) projecting a $1.2 million deficit. One of the ways (to reduce the deficit) is to try to reduce payroll, to provide an incentive to those who are eligible to retire or resign. "Educators Preferred Cor­ poration has a successful track record in many dis­ tricts throughout Michigan.” continued Busman. "They’re a proven commodity.” When the Caledonia dis­ trict examined other districts that worked with EPC. "it was a win/win situation. For the district. For the students. And for the teachers." said Busman. In other school board news from this month, an in­ crease in fees schedule was approved for the driver edu­ cation program. The sched­ ule will be implemented be­ ginning July 1. According to information in the meeting agenda, "the current driver education pro­ gram has been carefully re­ viewed by Sherry Crawford. Cindy Fales and Judi Dean. With the drastic reduction of re­ imbursement from the State of Michigan, it will be nec­ essary to increase the fees for the 2003-04 school year." The fee schedule for seg­ ment one will be $175 for in-district, an increase of $75 over the current cost for the program), and $225 for out of district (currently $140). The fee for segment two will be $50 (currently $10) for in district and out of district. According to the informa­ tion provided, although the cost has risen, it is still be­ low the private sector cost for driver education. The program will be reviewed in one year for participation and cost effectiveness. Recommendations were accepted for the second mid­ dle school to have a tradi­ tional school year calendar. Geography will be the major deciding factor that deter- AA, AL-ANON MEETING TIMES Caledonia - 100th and M37. AA meets Tuesdays 6:30 a.m.; and Saturdays 10 a m Open Discussion Meeting. (Al-Anon meets Tuesday and Thursday at noon ) 9964 Cherry Valley #3. Caledo­ nia. Contact Jerry R. at 4379452 Monday. Wednesday. Friday, noon. 9669 Kraft Ave.. Holy Family Church. AA open meetings Tuesday and Thursday 5:30. (TFN) CaU 945-9554 for Sun & News ACTION-Ads. mines which students,fami­ lies will attend each middle school. Requests for transfer to the other middle school will be reviewed on an indi­ vidual and space available basis. The second middle school will be opened in the fall of 2004 with approxi­ mately half of grade levels 6-8. as will the current mid­ dle school. The board also: • Awarded the contract for Medeco Cylinders to AB Lock & Safe for the replace­ ment high school interior door hardware in the amount of $36,947. • Approved the hiring, as replacements to previously vacant positions, of Kevin Remenap (head boys’ track coach). Trevor Harvey (ninth grade baseball coach) and Bev Daughtery (JV girls’ soccer coach). They accepted the resigna­ tion of Brian Broekhuizen as the ninth grade girls soccer coach. • Recognized the retire­ ment of Sharon Weaver (CHS teacher) and Dan Dabakey (CMS teacher). The two longtime staff members were commended by board member B-Ah 1 'Hie as “be­ ing great examples of the kind of teachers we look for in our community." • The board adopted changes to the TMl EMI (cognitively impaired - Cl is the new label) health cur­ riculum. The change is be­ ing made on the advice of the Reproductive Health Committee and at the re­ quest of parents of CI stu­ dents. • The textbook. “World History Connections to To­ day.” published by Prentice Hall, was adopted for use at Caledonia High School. The book has been available in the administrative offices for public review since the Feb. 18 board meeting. • The board's spring budget workshop was tenta­ tively scheduled for Satur­ day. April 26. • CHS Student Congress representative Janine Wilson informed the board of the upcoming orientation day for eighth-graders going into ninth in the fall. She also spoke about the recent CHS blood drive, in which 86 people tried to give blood. Of the 65 w ho were success­ ful, 29 were first lime do­ nors. AMERICAN MANUFACTURED LIVING, INC. at Cider Mill Village ” (Whitneyville Road) and Country Meadows Village (76th and Kraft) Model Clearance Sale �Page 12/Tbe Sun and News. MiddleviBe. MVMarch 25, 2003 Commercial, industrial zoning reflected in Caledonia by Ruth Zachary Staff Writer The Caledonia Planning Commission continued revi­ sion of the zoning ordinance in a workshop session March 17, refining details of ordinance chapters aboutcommercial and industrial uses. Most commercial uses al­ lowed within various zones are generally listed. If an application for new type of business is made, a determination would be made by the township plan­ ning commission as to the appropriate zone. An antique outlet, for ex­ ample. could be allowed in C-2. but could have very different effects than those of a large antique mall, or a situation where stripping, solvents and finishing were part of the operation. Be­ CHARTER TWP. OF CALEDONIA Regular Meeting March 19, 2003 Present Harrison, Snyder. Cardwell, Bravata. Bujak, Robertson, and Stauffer Also Present Planner/Manager Zylstra. UA Pierson, Deputy Clerk Palmer. Engineer Randy Wilcox, Fire Chief Brian Bennett, and several citizens Supervisor Harrison called the regular Caledonia Township meeting to order at 7:00 pm. Supervisor Harrison led the Pledge and Invocation CONSIDERATION OF THE AGENDA: Moved Snyder, sec­ ond Harrison to add the pur­ chase of a trailer to item 10C Truck Equipment. Ayes All MOTION CARRIED Move items 10G & 10H to 10A& 10B PUBLIC COMMENT: Patricia Johns former president of Friends of the Library presented a check to the Township for $50,000 to go towards the new library Lynn Demann of 5282 Wade discussed the possibility of Shagbark hooking up to the Township water Bill MacIntyre of the Kentwood and Michigan Jaycees to ask for support to begin a Caledonia Jaycee s. Bill can be reached at 893-1648 for any questions. Don Miesen, of 7081 Cherry Valley Ave., com­ mented on his concerns of the sight for the new library CONSENT AGENDA: Moved Snyder, second Stauffer to approve the consent agenda as written Ayes. All. MOTION CARRIED. INQUIRY OF CONFUCT OF INTEREST: None REPORT FROM BOARD OFFICERS AND STAFF: Township Manager discussed the offer for the New Library Assessor Report was included m the packet regarding the Board of Review CORRESPONDENCE: None SIGN ORDINANCE - 2ND READING: Doug Curtis of 6940 - 76th St discussed his concern with the internal illumination Moved Stauffer, second Bravata to adopt an ordinance to amend the Zoning Ordinance of the Township of Caledonia - Sign in all districts. Roll call vote. Ayes: All MOTION CARRIED. RESOLUTION TO APPROVE CASCADE WATER MAIN 60 TH ST. AGREEMENT: Moved Stauffer, second Harrison to adopt a resolution to approve and authorize execution of 60th Street water main agreement Roll call vote Ayes: All MOTION CARRIED. RESOLUTION OF INTENT TO SELL CAPITAL IMPROVE­ MENT BONDS: Moved Snyder, second Bravata to adopt a reso­ lution to acquire and construct capital improvements to the Caledonia Township sewage disposal system and the Caledonia Township water sup­ ply system and to publish notice of intent to issue capital improvement bonds. Discussion was held. Moved Harrison, sec­ ond Robertson to rescind the motion as it is deemed inappro­ priate Ayes: Hamson. Robert­ son and Bujak Nay Snyder. Cardwell and Bravata MOTION CARRIED. Moved Harrison, second Robertson to adjourn Ayes: Harrison. Bujak and Robertson Nay. Snyder. Cardwell, and Bravata MOTION CARRIED. Patricia Snyder Caledonia Township Clerk (305) CALEDONIA TOWNSHIP BOARD MARCH 19, 2003 A special workshop was called to order at 5:30 p.m. Present: Harrison. Cardwell. Bravata, Bujak. Robertson, Stauffer Absent: Snyder Also Present U.A. Pierson, Attorney Jim White, Engineer Randy Wilcox, Utilities Billing Colleen Giamo and Clarence Slaughter Pierson gave a bnef review of the action items Mam focus of meeting is to discuss the pro­ jects Project costs, funding. Described Country Meadows and Shagbark well situation. Review Bendzinski cost esti­ mate sheet. Attorney White explained pro­ jection schedules that were cre­ ated. Sewer & Water alterna­ tives were reviewed. Discussion was held Moved to adjourn. Pat Snyder, Clerk (306) ORDINANCE NO. 03-_Z AN ORDINANCE to amend the Zoning Ordinance of the Township of Caledonia cause the intensity and size of the business affects sur­ rounding areas, zoning des­ ignations are needed. Commissioners decided any operation that includes painting would be restricted to location in an industrial zone, or 1-1 district, includ­ ing auto body work and painting. Some businesses which do not fit the general uses surrounding them are proba­ bly those which were estab­ lished prior to zoning, and are grandfathered in, or re­ ceived a special use permit to operate in that zone. Some C-2 uses allowed would include office spaces, auto repair, rental equipment businesses, etc. Theaters and churches could be allowed in a C-2 district. The C-2 districts allow more uses than HC, attorney Jim Brown explained. C-2 can include every use also in­ cluded in C-l, but not the re­ verse. Uses allowed in Highway Commercial (HC) zoning in­ clude banks, personal serv­ ice establishments, hotels and motels, offices, retail businesses of less than 100,000 square feet, drug stores and pharmacies, laun­ dry establishments, and small shops to service other people working in the dis­ trict. Some zones have been targeted for particular uses, For instance, larger uses were expected to go into HC, although the cost of land there may make this idea prohibitive. Auto dealerships were not *_ 1 —.J 2—. Llf'' to be encouraged in HC zon­ ing. because the commis­ sioners’ earlier vision was to avoid another "auto mile" along M-37 and dealerships are only allowed in C-2. Truck stops and salvage yards also were not included in HC zoning. One C-2 category for a neighborhood variety or general store was thought to need to be more specifically defined, and to assure the correct character of store was allowed and defined as a special use. Screening next to a rural residential area was added as a requirement for com­ mercial development. Com­ missioner Lei Lani Van Laar said if some large establish­ ment moved in next to a home, they would want to have that buffer. Most commercial prop­ erty has public sewer. A minimum of 20.000 square feet was thought to need public utilities, because there would not be enough space for an adequate septic system. Lot size as related to the buildable portion was dis­ cussed. In residential and in com­ mercial districts, some twoacre lots have been defined as non-buildable because the township definition did not allow including the area of the lot which is within the road or the right of way. Many such problematic lots were not brought to the at­ tention of the Planning Commission, because staff addressed the problem. These non-platted situa­ tions exist primarily from old sales of two-acre nifl'P parcels where the description of two acres was measured from the center of the street. In ar­ eas where septic systems were needed to build, the area under the road could re­ duce the buildable area, of concern to the commission. In site condominiums or platted parcels, the associa­ tion technically owns to the center of the street, but in those cases, the property de­ scription and minimum is calculated from the right of way to determine that the buildable area is sufficient. An extensive discussion of the discrepancy of mini­ mum parcel size require­ ments in the township re­ sulted. Planner Dave Zylstra ex­ plained. "When you say a minimum lot size, typically I don’t think people think of that as including a right of way, or part of a street. As it’s written, you would." Commissioner Ric Parent, the most senior commis­ sioner, explained "the for­ mer commissioners wanted to exclude the road from the dwelling unit lot." Attorney Jim Brown said if the township decides a minimum buildable lot area is specified to not include the road right of way, the rule must be observed to get a building permit. The owner needs to be aware in such cases. He also agreed the most common practice was using the legal descrip­ tion. Zylstra said requiring a full two buildable acres, not s'hlrl cnlar rxF Continued next page ORDINANCE NO. 03-.Z AN ORDINANCE to amend the Zoning Ordinance of the Township of Caledonia (Davenport University Rezoning) THE CHARTER TOWNSHIP OF CALEDONIA ORDAINS Section 1. The Zoning Ordinance of the Charier Townshtp of Caledonia is hereby amended by the amendment of Section 4 2 thereof, the Zoning Map, so as to rezone the following described lands from the A Agncuttural Distnct to the HC Highway Commercial District: That part of the Northeast fractional 1/4 of Section 6. Town 5 North. Range 10 West described as commencing at the Northeast comer of said Section 6, thence S0O°O8’24*E 940 70 feet along the East tone of said NE 1Z4 to the point of beginning thence S00°0824‘E 1589 29 feet along said East line to the East 1/4 comer of said Section 6; thence N89°05’52-W 1317 59 feet along the South line o' said NE 1/4; thence N00°0900’w 1189 32 feet along the West line of the East 1/2 of said NE 1/4; thence N67a05’43*E 341 92 feet; thence N761138* 1031 50 feet to the pomt of beginning Caledonia Township, Kent County. Michigan Section 2 Effective Date,Publication This Ordinance shall become effective seven days after its publication or seven days affer the publication of a summary of its provisions m a local news­ paper of general circulation (Amendment No. 1 of Spring Valley Estates Planned Unit Development) THE CHARTER TOWNSHIP OF CALEDONIA ORDAINS: WHEREAS, on or about February 21. 1996 the Township Board adopted an ordinance establishing the Spring Valley Estates Planned Unit Development; WHEREAS. Dykema Excavators has submitted an application to the Township requesting that the planned unit development ordinance be amended so as to increase the number of lots in the Development to 38 lots, WHEREAS the Township Planning Commission held a public heanng on March 3 2003 concerning the requested ordinance amendment and. foliowing the public hearing recom­ mended that the Township Board adopt the amendment 303 304 PUBLIC NOTICE Public Notices in Newspapers. £ Your Right to Know, Delivered Right to Your Door. MICMKUUi rtt» OSOCUTIOM �The Sun and News. Middleville. Ml/March 25. 2003/Page 13 From previous page including the street, would impact future developments because "They will not be able to get as many parcels out of it." Commissioner Duane Gunnink said the center of a public road description and measurement was a wide­ spread practice and is as­ sumed by most people buy­ ing property that the twoacre minimum has been met. Planning Commission Chairman Archie Warner said he supports using the legal description as the minimum, even if it includes the area within the roadway. Commissioner Wally Bujak said by excluding the area under the street in cal­ culating the minimum lot size, the township could be creating a series of non-conforming lots. Bujak also pointed out there could be situations where very little land was left on a lot. espe­ cially on a corner, where land in the meets and bounds description extended to the street center. In the end. it was decided, to be fair to owners of non­ platted parcels on public streets, the minimum defini­ tion would be met by the meets and bounds descrip­ tion. including parcels whose outer lines extend into the street. Revisions to the industrial zoning chapters. 1-1 and I -2. were made. Comparisons between the two industrial types were made. Some uses not allowed in an 1-1 district may be allowed in 1-2. Light industrial zoning in­ cludes many light manufac­ turing uses. Tool and die manufacturing. trade schools, transportation ter­ minals. research and devel­ opment. welding and recy­ cling stations were exam­ ples. Conditions for an 1-1 dis­ trict arc that noise, smoke, fumes, or any other adverse effects should be avoided. Though environmental ef­ fects are possible, the EPA would place its own condi­ tions on the activity. The township has the right to im­ pose even stricter rules, es­ pecially in the vicinity of residential neighborhoods. Brown said. Special uses may be al­ lowed in both 1-1 and 1-2 districts. Painting is a spe­ cial use requiring a permit in 1-1. Outdoor lighting require­ ments for industrial districts fall under the lighting ordi­ nance. Outdoor storage is an Advertisement $4.95/mo Internet? by DAVID STOWERS Netpenny.net offers fast, reliable, and extremely inexpensive dial-up Inter­ net access to our commu­ nity for only $4.95 a month with no contracts and no set up fees’ For more info go to: www.netpenny.net or call toll free at 1-888248-7239 A sewer workshop was held prior to the March 19 meeting, but it failed to clar­ ify many points of informa­ tion for the trustees. Utilities Administrator Rich Pierson asked the board to take no action on agenda items 9 B. C. D and E. as a result of the lengthy discussion during the work­ shop. He said a cash flow statement or a packet of pro­ jects could not yet be pro­ vided. He asked the board to consider items F. G and H on the agenda. F was a reso­ lution to improve the cas­ cade water main, in a deal drafted between Attorney Jim White and Cascade, which was unanimously ap­ proved by the board. Clerk Pat Snyder, who had not been present at the sewer workshop earlier, said that items B. C, D. and E had not been removed from consideration and moved to take up those points. She moved the board adopt a resolution of intent to "ac­ quire and construct capitol improvements (Item 9 B) to the Caledonia sewer dis­ posal system and the town­ ship water supply system." There was no public com­ ment. In discussion. Trustee Wally Bujak said there had been very little time to go over the information pre­ sented. and he would not support this. Reasons stemmed from workshop statements he quoted, in­ cluding. "assuming that it develops as projected," or, "not quite there to cover it," or "intended to be conserva­ tive projections." and "the township would have to cover the shortfall from the general fund.” He contended the venture would be specu­ lative and quite risky for the township. Harrison added, "Based on the hesitation of our utili­ ties administrator, and based on limited information avail­ able from our financial con­ sultant, that it would be in­ appropriate to approve this action right now. Trustee Richard Robert­ son said, "I am appalled." During the workshop, he said, "By their own admis­ sion, they don't know how they're going to pay for See twp. board, pg. 14 COUNTY OF KENT, MICHIGAN PUBLIC NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that on Apnl 14. 2003. at 7:00 p.m . the Village Council of the ViHage of Caledonia will hold a regular meeting at the Township and Village Hall. 250 South Maple Street. Caledoma Michigan, for the purpose of considering the vacation, discontinuance and abolishment of that part of Short Street lying within the West 22 feet, more or less, of Lot 8 of Block 6 of Kinsey s Plat of the Village of Caledoma. being part of Section 29. Town 5 North. Range 10 West. Kent. County. Michigan Objections to the proposed vacation may be hied with the Village Clerk in writing at the Village offices. 250 South Maple Street. Caledonia. Michigan All interested persons may attend the Apnl 14, 2003. Village Council meeting The telephone number of the Village Clerk is (616) 891-9384. Proposed minutes of the Apnl 14. 2003. meeting will be available at the office of the Caledonia Village Clerk, 250 South Maple Street. Caledonia, Michigan, eight business days after the meet­ ing Approved minutes of the meeting will be available at the same address five days after the meeting at which such minutes are approved. This notice is given in accordance with Act 267 of the Public Acts of Michigan of 1976. as amended, being the Michigan Open Meetings Act Dated: March 10. 2003 VILLAGE COUNCIL OF THE VILLAGE OF CALEDONIA 302 J/f* Caledonia Middle School “Family Links PTO" 5* would like to THANK the following businesses and individuals for their donations for our recent Winter Carnival. It was a huge success! Thank you for your support. I I I | I I I ■ CHARTER TOWNSHIP OF CALEDONIA KENT COUNTY, MICHIGAN NOTICE OF ADOPTION OF ZONING ORDINANCE AMENDMENTS AND SUMMARY OF THE REGULATORY EFFECT THEREOF I I I I I I I PUBLIC NOTICE is hereby given that on March 19, 2003, the Township Board of the Charter Township of Caledonia adopted the following ordinance amending the Township Zoning Ordinance The pnncipal provisions of the amending ordinance are the following. 1. Sign Chapter. Chapter XIX, pertaining to signs in all districts, would be added to the Zoning Ordinance, in replacement of existing Chapter XIX Among other provisions, Chapter XIX includes numerous sign definitions; general sign provisions including requirements on placement and illumination of signs; com­ putation of sign area; sign permits and applications therefor, exempt signs; temporary signs, banners and flags; political signs; prohibited signs; specific provisions for signs in all of the zoned districts in the Township and m planned unit development districts and for special land uses; construction and mainte­ nance requirements for signs; non-conforming signs; portable and temporary signs and other provisions pertaining to the installation, maintenance and na­ ture of signs within the Township. 2. Effective Date A copy of the amending ordinance may be examined or purchased at the office of the Township Clerk, 250 South Maple Street. Cale­ donia, Michigan, during Township office hours. The amending ordinance will become effective April 1,2003. Dated: March 21.2003 TOWNSHIP BOARD OF THE CHARTER TOWNSHIP OF CALEDONIA There are only two 1-3 districts in the township. Heavy Industrial districts have not been planned for in the township, as the public demand has not been great, and it is expected any future heavy industrial requests would be rezoned on a caseby-case basis. VILLAGE OF CALEDONIA Caledonia Township Board meeting abruptly adjourned by Ruth Zachary Staff Writer Discussion of a proposed new public utilities system was cut short unexpectedly March 19 when Caledonia Township Supervisor Bryan Harrison adjourned the board meeting with most of the old business and all of the new business agenda items left unattended. A special meeting with an agenda taking up the unfin­ ished business is now sched­ uled tor 7 p.m. Wednesday, March 26. feature of industrial zoning. Side yard setbacks are re­ quired to reduce adverse impacts and to prevent po­ tential hazards to neighbors from the activity. Screening and buffering may need to be more clearly defined to protect neighbors from an unsightly view. 1 68th Street Grill Ada-Lowell 5 Theaters Alto Gas AM to PM Tree Service, Tnc. AMF Eastbnxik Lanes Athletes in Motion Bare Bisque Batteries Plus / Fred Riehel Beads by Design by Lisa Alexander Bellgraph Crystal (Creative Memories) Bennigan \s Big O Fish House Bissell Inc Bittersweet Ski Resort Blimpies Bkxiins and Buckets Blue Dragon Restaurant Caledonia Auto Parts Caledonia Fanners Elevator Caledonia Furniture Finery Campau Comer Carmelo s Italian Pizza Cascade Chiropractic Clinic Cherry Valley Greenhouse Chili's Grill & Bar Colee Quality Foods Contempo Salon Contcxjrs Express Cookies by Design Country Town Floral Craig s Cruisers D.A.D.'S Treasures Damon's Hie Place For Ribs Dan Boy Woodworking Davis Dental Laboratory Dome World Dr Choryan. Caledonia Vision Dr Chrtstopher Hier. DDS Dr Enc Hannapei. DDS Dr Enc Seif. DC Dr Robin Vaughan, DDS Dream Pieces of Lowell Dutton General Store Eastern .Mountain Sports (EMS) Ed's IfcxJy Shop Emdins - USA f Baby Erb Luinlier Famous Fkxinng Fifth/Third Bank of Caledonia Fillmore Equipment Inc Flags Unlimited LTD Fortune Chef Restaurant Frank's Nursery & Crafts Fresh Start Cafe Frito Lay Fruit Basket Flowerland Fuller Septic GA Nails Gibson, Charles J./Reg Piano Technician Gilmore Partners Grand Lady River Boat Cruises Grand Rapids Carvers Grand Rapids Griffins Great Lake Painting & Decorating Harder and Warner Heidi Christine's Hershey's Hilb, Rogal He Hamilton Hitchcock Realty Huizenga Greenhouse Hulst & Sons Cleaners Hungry Howie s Pizza & Subs J & B Homes John Ball Park Zoo KC Family FocMwear Kingsland Hardware Kruxt s Greenhouse Koprowski. Eileen Plxxography L & D Embroidery LA Design of Alaska Lueckemeyer Decorating Macaroni Grille Main Attract xm Maynard s Water Conditioning Meadowlane Golf Ctxirse Meyer Musk Middle Villa Inn Mika, Meyprs. Beckett & Jones Monterey Grille Movie Outpost Muller s Paint and Paper Noto's Restaurant Our Dollar Store of Caledonia Pal's Diner Pawloski. Tindie and Co Pemgo Pied-A-Terre (formerly Name Game) Porritt, Laura A Terry Portraits by Patty Pleva Powerhouse Gym of Cascade Preferred Vendor Key Cards Premier Travel & Cruises Professional Pharmacy Rafaella's by Pagnao's Rainbows End Right n' Tight Auto Repair Ringnalda, Pat (Mary Kay Cosmetics) Rio Bravo Restaurant Russ Restaurants Sam's Joint Schlotzkys Deli Scholastic lkx>ks Schuler Books Seif & Sons Chevrolet Slugbark Farms Shill's Curl Sky America Smith Diamond Realty Snider Communications. Inc South Kent Veterinary Hospital Stale Bank of Caledonia State Farm Insurance (Lon Lelanty) Stifel, Nicolaus & Co Stitch N" Witch -Stroo Funeral Home Strung Out Bead Store of Cascade Sundance Grill Sunsatxm Tanning Salon Superxx Asj>lull Swierenga Jewelers True Graz Veneina. Krtslen (Mary Kay Cosmetics) Village Bike Shop Village Inn Pizza Village Stylist Voettxrg, Jan W'littnryv ille Car Wash Wild Birds Ge neral Store Wild Birds Lnhnuted Wildwixxl Landscaping Wyndean KenncLs YMCA Zap Zone Zondvrvans | �Page 14/The Sun and News, Middleville. Ml'March 25, 2003 Caledonia Township Board, continued from page 13 this." He pointed to the lack of a cash flow statement. "This is a disgrace, that we would come to a consen­ sus. not a vote, at the time of our workshop. The utilities administrator admits that we don't know that we can pay for this. "It’s based on three mil­ lion dollars of ‘I hope so, maybe, maybe it will hap­ pen.' We are talking about four million dollars. "Four million dollars,” Robertson stressed again. "And everybody admits we don't know if we can pay for this." "This is an abomination. 1 just can’t even believe this, that we as a board, with the responsibility we have." Robertson said he felt un­ prepared to address the is­ sues. "Last August, this board by a five to two vote said we are not prepared to move forward with this project, based on an inability to pay for it. Since that time, the cost of the project has gone up by a half a million dol­ lars. The number of hookups have... increased by just enough money to pay for it.” "Who. two years ago, would have thought Steel­ case would have had the meltdown that it does? That Grand Rapids would have one of the highest unem­ ployment rates in the Slate of Michigan? Consumer confidence is at a ten-year low. "Yet in spite of that, our assessment of how many people are going to develop and hook up to these proper­ ties have increased. "When the utilities made a projection on how many sewer units would hook up two years ago, it projected 300. Two years into it they are off by 125 units." "They are looking out there 20 years, telling us how many units we are gonna hook up to. Let's say we are pretty much right. 85 percent right, that leaves us $500,000 short. "It was argued these prop­ File Your Taxes Yet??? We Can Help!! C & K Business Sendees. LLC era Give us a call. We can help you take advantage of | the new tax laws Phone: 616-891-5789 Email: kjohnson@ckbusserv.com 612 E Main Street Caledonia, MI 49316 erties will ultimately be de­ veloped and I don't disagree with that. However, they have to develop at or before the time that we say they will, or we can't make the payments.” Robertson said, "At the end if everything goes as we hope it will, there is still no money left for capitol im­ provements, unexpected ex­ penses. for 20 years. What person in his right mind would do that? Apparently this board is considering it. "If we don’t get it. it comes out of the general fund. Keep in mind the util­ ity already owes the general fund almost a quarter of a million dollars, borrowed from the taxpayers at no in­ terest, and is likely never to pay it back. "Since last summer, they have had to add a debt serv­ ice fee because there wasn't enough to pay the debt. The problem with... the fee is it’s based on hookups that we may not get.” Robertson said he advo­ cates that properties south to 100th street be a new special assessment water district. "When we came on the board two years ago we ran a new district up to the northwest.” He pointed to the example of a storage fa­ cility which had to pay $18,000 because the town­ ship put a pipe through his yard. He said by contrast the property owners down to 100th street pay zero, which was not fair. Trustee Larry Stauffer asked of Pierson when the project was planned. Pierson said the project, on a tight time frame, still could go ahead if the cash flow statement was provided in two weeks. Treasurer Jill Cardwell asked if the projections came in over the maximum dollar amount passed that evening, would that make the decision null and void? Pierson said it could not exceed that amount. Trustee Bill Bravata said, "Philosophically, we are ei­ ther in the business of sewer and water, or we're not. We either accept the fact that there is going to be growth, or we're going to do every thing we can to stop and slow it." BRUCE’S FRAME & ALIGNMENT • Complete Frame Repair • Professional Color Matching Loaner Cars • Front End Alignment • Collision Repair • Glass Repair Call... (616) 795-9596 All Makes and Models All Insurances Welcome Owned and Operated by... Bruce Bender 415 2nd Street Middleville "I think there are people on this board who would vote no on anything, no mat­ ter how it’s brought forward. " He conceded more infor­ mation was needed to make a decision. He asked Pierson, how long he had worked on this and what was his opinion of the project. The answer was nine months. Pierson said he had been helped by attorney Jim White and engineer Randy Wilcox. He said $3 million of the cash flow for the pro­ ject was from future pro­ jected connections. "Are any of these projects ever not speculative?" Bra­ vata asked. Pierson said yes. He said the northwest water and sewer district, which had been based on special as­ sessments. "I would say it's speculative until the time you bid it, or have actual pipe in the ground." Harrison said no public comment had been asked for before the motion, a point of order, and moved the motion was not appropriate. Harri­ son promptly moved to ad­ journ the meeting. In a 3-3 vote, with Stauffer not vot­ ing. Harrison declared the meeting adjourned. Topics on the agenda left unaddressed under old busi­ ness were: • A motion to approve the NW progress payments to the water plant, PE No. 11 and Dunigan. No. 13. • A motion to approve DPW building improve­ ments with water well quotes interior painting quotes and new carpet quotes. Topics left unattended un­ der new business included: • A telecommunications rights of way resolution. • A senior cell phone pro­ gram. • Truck equipment and trailer for the fire depart­ ment. • Ice and water rescue • A 10 percent match for a fire department grant. • Technology improve­ ments. • Preliminary plat ap­ proval of Spring Valley Es­ tates. • Final plat approval for Blackstone. • A recommendation by the Website Development Committee • A Compensation Com­ mittee discussion. Harrison said after the meeting the points that had not been dealt with would either be handled at a regu­ lar meeting, or a special meeting could be called. On Thursday. March 20. Harrison commented by fax that he had raised a point of order, that since the public had no opportunity to com­ ment. the motion to consider item 9 B was premature and not appropriate. He said Robertson seconded the mo­ tion. Harrison had then ruled it was the opinion of the chair the motion was not appro­ priate and was rescinded. Harrison moved to ad­ journ. seconded by Robert­ son. A voice vote was called, and Harrison de­ clared a majority had voted in favor and adjourned the meeting. Hudsonville man fatally shoots self in Caledonia Kent County authorities are investigating a fatal shooting on GlenGarry Court in the Village of Cale­ donia, which occurred at 5:55 a.m. Tuesday. Detectives have deter­ mined that Steven Gruszka, 37, of Hudsonville, went to 9064 Glengarry Court armed with a 16-gauge shotgun. He forced his way into the house by shooting out the rear glass sliding door, and in the process bullets struck a 17-year-old boy who was sleeping in an adjoining room Once inside the house, Gruszka confronted the resi­ dent, Mary Carlson, with whom he had been in a rela­ tionship with, but Carlson had attempted to terminate it. In the past month, she said, she had received sev­ eral unwanted visits and telephone calls. Carlson attempted the get away from Gruszka by flee­ ing the house. She ran to a neighbor’s residence where she was shot while on their porch. She attempted to run back to her home and was shot a second time between the houses. Gruszka then went to the driveway and turned the gun on himself. He died of a sin­ gle gunshot to the head and the weapon was recovered nearhim. During the shooting two neighboring homes received damage. One was struck in the front door. The bullets penetrated the door and were found inside the house. The other house was hit in a dormer above the garage. Carlson received serious Quality work at competitive prices Senior Citizen Discounts Written Labor Warranty Licensed and Insured RESIDENTIAL ROOFING SPECIALIST Tear-offs & Re-roofs ALL STAR ROOFING Call us for a free Professional Estimate _______ (616) 877-4253 BANKRUPTCY ► WAGE GARNISHMENTS ► HARASSING CREDITOR PHONE CALLS ► LAWSUITS Advertisement $4.95/mo Internet? ► FORECLOSURES by DAVID STOWERS Netpenny.net offers fast, reliable, and extremely inexpensive dial-up Inter­ net access to our commu­ nity for only $4.95 a month with no contracts and no sd up fees! For more info go to www.netpenny.net or call toll free at 1-888248-7239 injuries to her lower body and is currently recovering at Spectrum Hospital in downtown Grand Rapids. Her 17-year-old son was treated and released Upon arrival at the scene, officers also discovered an 8-year-old girl and 13-yearold boy were still inside the home unharmed. ^COLLECTIONS We Can Help! 269-945-6320 fkF JBb ’V. 877-213-DEBT(H28) KLZAVA&KLWA.PIC JIM E. Courl Si. • Hattin.. Hi �The Sun and News. Middleville. MVMarch 25. 2003-Page 15 Thornapple Kellogg Schools prepared for possible threats by Patricia Johns Staff Writer Thornapple Kellogg’s Kevin Konarska was among the group of area superinten­ dents from the Kent Inter­ mediate School District who met Friday with representa­ tives of the Kent County Sheriffs department. Schools at the session were informed about ways to keep students safe in what is considered a heightened atmosphere of threat be­ cause of America’s war in Iraq. The KISD also is working with schools to make sure the lines of communication are open so everyone knows if “Homeland Security” per­ sonnel raise the levels of threat. Konarska and his staff have reviewed all the secu­ rity plans at each school and have added more security where needed "We want students and staff to be safe, but we don’t want to raise any unneces­ sary alarms," he said. In a letter sent to parents Boats broken into at Premier Sports On Tuesday, March 18 Troopers from the Wayland State Police Post responded to reports of a break in at Premier Motor Sports at 2603 Patterson Road in the Gun I-ake area. It appears that one or more suspects entered the outdoor storage area and cut into the winterizing wrap to get into 57 boats. While 57 boats were tam­ pered with according to the State Police only 16 had items stolen from them. Ste­ reos and speakers were the primary targets of the thief or thieves. The State Police request that anyone with informa­ tion pertinent to this case call Trooper Scott Emstes at the Michigan State Police Wayland Post at 269-7922213 or Silent Observer at 1-800-554-3633. Miniature golf course burglarized Barry County Sheriff’s deputies have reported a break-in at the Gun Lake PUBUSHER’S NOTICE: All real esute advertising in this news paper is subject to th® Fair Housing Act and the Michigan Civil Rights Act which collectively make it illegal to advertise “any preference, limitation or discrimination based on race, color, reli­ gion. sec. handicap, familial status, national origin, age or martial status, or an intention, to make any such prefer­ ence. limitation or discrimination." Familial status includes children under the age of 18 living with parents or legal custodians, pregnant women and people securing custody of children under 18 This newspaper will not knowingly accept any advertising for real estate which is in violation of the law Our readers are hereby inf.xmed that all dwellings advertised in this newspaper are available on an espial opportunity basis To report discrimination call the Fair Housing Center al 616-451 2980 The HUD toll-free telephone number for the hearing unpaired is 1800 9279275 Miniature Golf and Driving Range in Yankee Springs Township. Police said the burglary occurred in mid-February but was not discovered until March 7. Two male suspects being investigated for the theft of an ATV confessed to the break-in, after which the business owner con­ firmed that a break-in had occurred, deputies said. Taken was a refrigerator, 12 putters, 36 golf balls and an ice pick, together valued at $239. The burglars also did $425 in damages to the inte­ rior of the business. A report on the matter has been turned over to the prosecutor’s office for possi­ ble charges, deputies said. and guardians in the local emergency contact informa­ school district, he said that tion. Students will not be re­ the each child’s safety is the leased to any one not listed on the emergency form. district’s top priority. In case of an emergency Schools will remain in session in response to a parents should not call the heightened state of alert is­ schools. Phone lines must be sued by the Department of available for communication Homeland Security unless with emergency officials the schools are instructed to and local police depart­ dismiss. ments. Konarska said he hopes Parents should listen to that parents can help by re­ local radio stations or watch porting any changes in local television broadcasts. Schools will use the media to announce school closing information and updates as needed. It is important that parents discuss with children so eve­ ryone knows the procedure if students are sent home early. The school district will not be discussing news of the ongoing conflict with students in grades K-5. "We believe that parents are the best source of infor­ mation to children this young. They know their children best." he said. In the middle school and high school, teachers will use media coverage care­ fully as they teach about current events. Parents who have ques­ tions. should contact the principals of the individual schools for more details. Middleville man pleads guilty to felonious driving A 29-year-old Middleville man whose brother was in­ jured after the man’s vehicle struck a tree last October pleaded guilty in Barry County Circuit Court Thurs­ day. March 13, to felonious driving, an offense carrying a maximum sentence of two years in prison. Phillip H. Jacobson pleaded guilty to the charge in exchange for the dropping of charges of drunk driving causing serious injury, a five-year felony. Jacobson admitted to Cir­ cuit Judge James Fisher that he’d been drinking prior to the accident, which occurred on Davis Road in Thomapple Township. Fisher asked Jacobson if he’d been drinking, and Ja­ cobson replied. “I had a few drinks, your honor.” he was taking his brother home from his parents’ house when a deer ran into the road and he lost control of his vehicle and struck a tree. His brother received a head injury as a result of the accident, Jacobson said, but Yankee Fisher pointed out that Ja­ cobson’s blood alcohol level was tested at .15. “That’s drunk,” Fisher said. Jacobson told the judge ELECTRIC Four local students graduate at Calvin Four local students have earned degrees at Calvin College at the conclusion of the fall semester. The students, their home­ towns, parents, major fields of study and high school alma maters were: • Sarah A. Sikma, daugh­ ter of Steven and Susan Sikma of Alto, music, South Christian High School. • Maria C. Derks, da ugh- Four area students on NMU dean’s list Four area students have been named to the dean’s list for the fall semester at Northern Michigan Univer­ sity. They are Ryan J. Werden of Lake Odessa, Michael L. Beuschel of Caledonia, Amanda M. Clover-Wadel of Middleville and Nathaniel G. Tobias of Sunfield. “he’s doing good now.” Jacobson’s sentence will be delayed for one year, dur­ ing which he must serve probation. If he serves pro­ bation successfully, the felo­ nious driving charge will be reduced to impaired driving. MIDDLEVILLE, Ml Dan Genther, Licensed & Insured Electrician 10868 Shaw Lake Rd. Middleville, Ml 49333 icr of Hank and Liz Derks of Caledonia, physical educa­ tion, South Christian High School. • Jonathan B. Mensink, son of the Rev. 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Mt'Marcn 2SC2003 TK’s top grapplers join Barry County’s best Barry County matmen en­ joyed another outstanding season both in team compe­ tition and on the individual level. Some of the best wres­ tling battles you’ll ever see happen when Hastings. Lakewood, and Middleville square off around the area. All three squads won con­ ference championships, al­ though the Vikings had to share the Capital Circuit crown with the Class B State Champs from Mason. I^kcwood made the trip to Battle Creek for the State Quarterfinals, knocking off the O-K Gold Champion Saxons in the district finale along the way. Middleville won its 13th straight O-K Blue title, in its last season in the league, and went on to take a district title as well. Delton and Maple Valley with limited quantities of wrestlers in Division III worked on the tough task of building their programs back up into contenders. Individually the county sent 13 state qualifiers to the Palace of Auburn Hills the second weekend in March for the State Finals. Ixd by third place medal­ ists Scott Redman from Hastings and Tommy Pett from Lakewood the group enjoyed success earning six medals overall. Here are the 2002-2003 All-Barry County Wrestling Teams, as chosen by their coaches. All-Barry County First Team Wrestling 02-03 125 - Mike McKeown (Middleville) An injury brought an end way. he pinned opponents nine times. 140 - Ky le Fletke (Middleville) Fletke finished his fourth season on the Trojan varsity squad by racking up 140 ca­ reer wins. This season he finished 38-9 with seven pins. 152 - Day ne Fletke (Middleville) Fletke finished his junior season at TK with a record of 38-8 wrestling in the mid­ dle of the Trojan lineup. 160 - Andrew Reeder (Middleville) The Trojan junior Reeder wrestled his way all the way to the State Individual Finals this season. The campaign ended with Reeder enjoying a 30-20 record. 215 - Alec Belson (Middleville) A regional qualifier. Bel­ son was 34-15 this season wrestling for the Trojans. In this, his senior campaign, he racked up 21 pins, and fin­ ished his career with 95 total wins. 103 - Nicky Harmer (Lakewood) 112 - Scott Blocher (Lakewood) 125 - Chad Ferguson (Hastings) 130 - Mike Ketchum (Lakewood) 135 - Ryan Ferguson (Hastings) 135 - Ben Boss (Maple Valley) 145 - Scott Redman (Hastings) 171 - Dan Blair All-Barry County (Hastings) Second Team 189 - Geoff O’Donnell Wrestling (Lakewood) 02-03 215 - Josh Grasman 119 - Mike Gurski (Maple Valley) (Middleville) 275 - Alan O’Donnell The Trojan sophomore (Lakewood) Gurski knotched a 31-12 re­ 275 - Jake Armour cord this season. Along the (Hastings) to McKeown's junior season early, but he finished the year 35-5 with 16 pins. In his three years on varsity he has a 119-29 record for TK. 130 - Josh Bowerman (Middleville) Injury kept Bowerman from going for a third straight state medal in his junior year, but he wrestled well when he could, finish­ ing the year at 13-4. In three seasons his record stands at 112-19. 135 - Pat McKeown (Middleville! One of the Trojans’ senior leaders. McKeown finished fifth in the state individu­ ally, with 26 pins and a re­ cord of 51-7. His 168-49 ca­ reer record is third ail-time at TK. 103 - R.J. Morgan (Hastings) 112 - Tim Bowerman (Hastings) 119 - Evan Terry (Lakewood) 140 - Brandon Carpenter (l^akewood * 145 - Nathan Shoup (Ixikewood) 152 - Tommy Pett (Lakewood) 160 - Jim Sweat (Delton) 171 - Matt Stowell (Lakewood) 189 - Aaron Schallhorn (Delton) 215 - Dustin Morgan (Delton) 275 - Juddy Wierckz (Lake wood) Stop by and checkout the large selection at Printing Pius 1351N. M-43 Hwy, Hastings Inthegreybum Trojan wrestlers on the 2002-2003 All-Barry County Wrestling Teams Wres­ tlers. (front from left) Mike Gurski. Mike McKeown. Josh Bowerman, Pat McKe­ own, Kyle Fletke. Dayne Fletke. Andrew Reeder, and Alec Belson. Trojan seniors take four all-county volleyball spots Varsity volleyball squads continued to grow and gain strength around the county this winter. Despite some off the court struggles, the Vikings ladies stayed strong on the court with three of their spikers making the all­ county first team after mak­ ing a run to the regionals in the post season. Maple Valley and Mid­ dleville had strong showings in the SMAA and O-K Blue respectively. The Trojan season ended in districts, and with it the coaching ca­ reer of Cindy Middlebush after 14 years as the Mid­ dleville mentor. Hastings and Delton con­ tinue to sew the seeds for the future of the volleyball squads. AH-Barrv County First Team Volleyball 02-03 Megan Dutcher A first team all O-K Blue selection as a senior, Coach Cindy Middlebush says that Dutcher “is the best middle hitter I have had in 14 years at TK.” She led the Trojans in kills, kill average, attack percentage, and kill blocks this season. In conference play she paced the team with 4.9 kills per contest, and also had 26 kill blocks and 32 digs. Dutcher is also an aca­ demic all-State nominee. Cary Middlebush A first team all O-K Blue selection in this, her senior season. Middlebush led the Trojans in defensive digs, and also in serving percent­ age. In league play she aver­ aged 5.3 digs per contest and served at 97-percent. Coach Cindy Middlebush says that Cary was the team’s floor captain. In the Blue she averaged 3.1 kills per contest and scored 12 aces i<j 25 contests. Jenna Bryans (Has) Jessie Buche (Lwoud) Abby Chase (Lwood) Jessie Grant (Valley) Keagan Krauss (Lwood) Trojan members of the 2002-2003 All-Barry County Volleyball First Team, Cary Middlebush (left) and Me­ gan Dutcher. All-Barry County Second Team Volleyhall 02-03 jan senior setter combo, Potts was honorable mention all O-K Blue this winter. Potts aveiaged 4.2 assists and 2.4 digs per contest. An­ Rachel Clinton other strong Trojan server, The Trojan senior Clinton was the starting half of TK’s she served it up at 93-pcrtwo-pronged setting attack. cent and had 10 aces in 10 Clinton was an all O-K Blue league contests. “Both of selection after leading TK our setters are the reason our with 4.4 assists per contest team finished second in the in the league. Blue,” said Coach Cindy Coach Cindy Middlebush Middlebush. calls her “tough”, “persis­ Jen Glenn (DK) tent”, and “aggressive on de­ Ashley Gordeneer (Valley) fense”. Clinton averaged 2.4 Roxanne Huisman (DK) digs per game, and served a Katie MacDonald (Lwood) strong 93-percent during Courtney Oakland (Has) conference play. Krystal Root (V alleyj Melisa Potts The other half of the Tro­ Athlete of the week Alec /lel&Mi Thornapple-Kellogg High School (Middleville) Wrestling Trojan senior Alec Belson has been to the All-Barry County Second Team wrestling squad. He finished his final season in the orange and black with a record of 34-15 with 21 pins. Belson racked up 95 wins over his time as a TK grappler. The 4695 Middleville Rd. 111 N. Main St Lynn Denton M-37, Middleville, Ml Nashville, Ml Agency 1-800-443-5253 517-852-2005 MAKING YOUR FUTURE MORE PREDICTABLE FAfUf BUREAU INSURANCE • tAAM MUJMA iff * **** MtAu OMJUl �The Sun and News. Middlevine. Ml/March 25. 2003Page 17 Edna Bechtel— Mary E. Noah Norma Velderman MIDDLEVILLE - Olive Norma (Luneke) Velder­ man, age 86. of Middleville passed away on Monday. March 17, 2003. Norma was bom on July 23, 1916 in Big Rapids. Mich., the third daughter of Norman and Olive (Dough­ erty) Luneke. Well known for her week­ ly “Down Memory Lane” column in the Sun and News. Norma enjoyed shar­ ing her discoveries of the history of Barry County. As a Navy flight instructor dur­ ing World War II and as a certified elementary teacher. Norma demonstrated her love of teaching. She and her leader dog. Houston, were friends to many. Norma was preceded in death by John, her husband of 57 years, in 2000. She is survived by a sister. Lyda Veit of Arlington. Va; by six children. Jane Peden of Victoria, British Colum­ bia, Ted Velderman of Trav­ erse City. Mich.. Pat Velder­ man of Westfield. N.J., Mary Baggot of Hillsboro, Ore.. Cay Velderman of Middleville, and David Velderman of White Lake. Mich.; by seven grandchil­ dren; and by five great­ grandchildren. A memorial service was held on Monday. March 24 at the Parmalee United Methodist Church in Middleville. In lieu of flowers, contri­ butions may be made to the Barry Community Hospice. 450 Meadowrun Drive, Hastings. Ml 49058 Norma was an active, vivacious and loving person. She is missed. Marie Vander Meulen GRAND RAPIDS - Marie Vander Meulen. age 99. of Grand Rapids, slipped into the arms of her Lord on March 16, 2003. She was preceded in death by her husband. George Vander Meulen; her daugh­ ter. Virginia Kyn; her grandAdvertiscmcnt $4.95/mo Internet? by DAVID STOWERS Netpenny.net offers fast, reliable, and extremely inexpensive dial-up Inter­ net access to our commu­ nity for only $4.95 a month with no contracts and no set up fees! For more info go to: www.netpenny.net or call toll free at 1-888248-7239 daughters, Gail Beckering and Joyce VanElst; her two brothers. Hendrikus F. BruinsSlot, Martin BruinsSlot; her sister. Linda Smith. She is survived by her daughter. Marian E. Maier; her son. John Vander Meul­ en; her brother. Warner (Bud) BruinsSlot; II great­ grandchildren; many grand­ children; nieces, nephews, friends, and those she cher­ ished at Green Tree. Funeral and Committal services for Marie were held Wednesday, March 19 at the Matthysse-Kuiper-De­ Graaf Funeral Home (Kent­ wood), 4646 Kalamazoo, SE, Kentwood with Fred Diemer officiating. Inter­ ment Garfield Park Ceme­ tery. The family suggests memorial contributions be made to Home of Hope. Arrangements were made by Matthysse-KuiperDeGraaf Funeral Home. EDUCATION. It's Our Future. C A L E D O X I A 11 MO ' . S’ D A T I O X Creating opportunities Empowering our community. Funding our future. Caledonia Education Foundahon PO. Box 353 Caledonia. Ml 49316-0353 MIDDLEVILLE - Edna E. Bechtel, age 92, of Middleville, went home to be with her Lord and Savior on March 21.2003. Miss Edna M. Bechtel was bom on Jan. 3. 1911 in Middleville. Mich.. Barry County, the daughter of Allan and Ada (Schiefla) Bechtel. She was a life-long resi­ dent of Middleville where she worked in the bank for many years. Her greatest joy was found in serving her Lord by serving others in her family, community, and church. Middleville Baptist. She was raised in the Middleville area and attend­ ed Duncan Lake Elementary and Caledonia High School, graduating in 1928. She was employed at Gacklers General Store from 1937-1941, Johnsons Grocery from 1942-1955 and Farmers State Bank (Hastings City Bank) from 1955-1978. She wa a member of the First Baptist Church of Middleville. She was preceded in death by her parents, Allan and Ada Bechtel; brothers. Otto and Orley Bechtel; sisters, Minetta Welton. Orpha Wel­ ton, and Ila Johnson. She is survived by many nephews, nieces and friends who will miss her dearly. Funeral services will be held Tuesday, March 25, 2003 at 11 a.m. at the Beeler Funeral Home. 914 W. Main Street in Middleville. Rev. Bruce Stewart officiating. Interment Parmelee Ceme­ tery. Memorial contributions may be made to Middleville Baptist Church. Arrangements were made by Beeler Funeral Home, Middleville. MIDDLEVILLE -Mary E. Noah, age 93. of Mid­ dleville. passed away Satur­ day. March 22. 2003 at Carveth Village. Middle­ ville. Marj E. Noah was bom on April 3, 1909 at Dyersburg. Tenn.. the daughter of D.W. and Alma (Guilliom) Leach. She was raised in Dyers­ burg. Tenn, and Middleville. Mich, and attended Wayland Union High School She was married to Har old C. Noah on Jan. 21. 1928. She was employed at Fanners State Bank (Hast­ ings City Bank) as assisting cashier and retired after 16 years of service. Mary was a member of the Middleville United Methodist Church, and life member of the Middleville Eastern Star. She was a homemaker, enjoyed cook­ ing. reading and knitting. Most of all, she was a car­ ing. loving mother, grand­ mother and great grand­ mother, doing kind deeds for her family and great friends. She is survived by her daughter. Mary Frances Vander Wall of Battle Creek; son. Dr. Melvin (Kay) Noah of Beulah; six grandchildren, and 12 great grandchildren; brother and sister-in-law. Moody and Marge Leach of Dorr; sever­ al nieces and nephews. She was preceded in death by her husband. Harold C. Noah; her parents. D.W. and Alma Leach; and a brother. Paul Leach. The family will receive relatives and friends Tues­ day one hour prior to the service. Funeral and committal services will be held Tues­ day afternoon. March 25. 2003 at 2 p.m. at the Beeler Funeral Chapel. Middle­ ville. Rev. Lee Zachman officiating. Interment Mt. Hope Cemetery. Middle­ ville. Memorial contributions may be made to the Middle­ ville United Methodist Church or Barry Commun­ ity Hospice. Arrangements by the Beeler Funeral Home. Mid dleville. Advertisement $4.95/mo Internet? by DAVID STOWERS Netpenny.net offers fast, reliable, and extremely inexpensive dial up Inter­ net access to our commu­ nity for only $4.95 a month with no contracts and no set up fees! For more info go to w ww.netpenny.net or call toll free at 1-888248-7239 _________ <»»»! URlESlHOL-JOl X-S- 269-795-3550 __1 rfa F25* P'J Brakes 500 Arlington Street (M-57) • Middleville Monday - Thursday 8-6; Friday 8-5; Saturday 8-2 *20.00 Off JX <m> NAPA Premium Brakes Ttme-Up *25.00 Off <£> Complete Tune Up Oil Change *5.00 Off g On Any Premium Oil Change Ethel Campbell CALEDONIA - Ethel M Campbell, age 91, of Cale­ donia, passed away on March 13. 2003 She was preceded in death by her husband. Robert B Campbell and her son, Roderick Campbell She is survived by her son. Roger Campbell; her grandchildren. Ellen Camp­ bell. Melissa and Ben Ham­ mer. Enc and Melissa Campbell; her great-grand­ children. Randi. Cody and Austin Hammer, her daugh­ ter -in-law. Dorothy Camp­ bell; many nieces and nephews; her special friend. Elizabeth Finkbemer. Services for Ethel were held Monday. March 24. 2003 at Matthysse-KuiperDeGraaf Funeral Home, • Caledonia). 616 E. Main' Caledonia. Alignment *15.00 Off Ss Alignment with Tire Rotation Batteries __ Interstate Batteries on SALE now FREE LOANER CAR AVAILABLE MF OFFEX X COOPER^ ZJIRES! rrxEstHO'JQ �Page 18/The Sun and News. Mtdcflevike. Ml March 25. 2003 One TK OM team goes on to state competition Some Middleville area young people got a head start on this year’s summer baseball and softball season by participating in clinics held by the TAPRC. All stu­ dents interested in some spring and summer fun should sign up for this year’s youth baseball and softball program. TAPRC gearing up for upcoming youth baseball/softball season The Thornapple Area Parks and Recreation Com­ mission is headed into its second season of summer baseball, softball and t-ball for area youth. Program di­ rector Mike Bremer says. “We are looking forward to a bigger and even more fun season than last year.*’ Registration forms have been distributed through the Thornapplc Kellogg school district. All first through eighth grade students arc in­ vited to participate. Area residents whose children at­ tend private schoola or are home schooled can get a registration form by calling the TAPRC office at 269795-8853 and leaving their names and addresses. Reduced price and free programs are available for low income families. Any­ one interested in more de­ tails about the summer pro­ gram should call Bremer at 269-795-8853. An informational meeting for parents and guardians will be held on Wednesday, April 16 at 7 p.m. in the TK1IS cafeteria at 7 p.m. The Cleanup Day at the Crane Road Diamonds is set for Saturday. May 3 at 9 a.m. This year’s summer youth baseball and softball season is scheduled from May 10 through June 27. The regular season will be followed by a “sand-lot session" with drills and pick up games. “Please call me with your questions, concerns, sugges­ tions and comments,” Bre­ mer says. “I listen to the voice mail at 269-795-3385 and respond to messages as soon as 1 can.” Support Our Troops! Keep America Rolling^ 98 CHEVK3500 SILVERADO Diesel dually. 4x4 $14,995 02GMCK1500 4X4 99CHEVTAHOELT v-6. aura. air. 16.000 miles 4 door 4x4. leather, very sharp. s16,995 s 18,500 GAVIN • Chevrolet • Buick • Pontiac 795-3318 • 891-8151 M-37 North of M»dd»evtHe Across from MtddtevtUa SALES HOURS Mort&Wed. Tues.. Thurs & Fri. SERVICE HOURS: Mon 8lo 8. Tues.-Fri.8to5. by Patricia Johns Staff Writer The “Fooled Ya” Division I team coached by music teacher Diane Hallberg is the only Thornapple Kellogg School District team to go on to state competition fol­ lowing the Regional Odys­ sey of the Mind competition March 15 at Rockford High School. The Page team members' fourth place moves them to state level competition April 26 at Kentwood High School. Hallberg says, “The team spent lots of time preparing. We are already working to­ ward state competition.” Hallberg held a certificate ceremony and after school dessert party for the team March 19. The students re­ viewed their scores and are already refining their skit. Coming in fifth place was Curt Wissink’s team for “Odd Pod.” The team also scored the best in their divi­ sion in the spontaneous part of the competition. The “Put a Spin on It” team from Thornapple Kel­ logg Middle School received an OMER award during the awards ceremony. This award is presented to those individuals or teams that ex­ emplify the OM spirit. Four members of this team had to drop out during the last week of preparation. The two team members left, Elena Gormley and Kailee Anderson, still wanted to compete but weren’t sure they could do it by them­ selves. On Wednesday, March 12, they encouraged Alecia Gasset, who had never been on an OM team to join them. Then with a few adjust­ ments to the script, some al­ terations to the costumes and three hours of rehearsal the three girls put on a per­ formance the judges called "seamless and smooth.” The judges who nomi­ nated them for the OMER award did not learn about the problems faced by the team until after they had performed. In their nomina­ tion they praised the girls for not giving up. This Division I “Fooled Ya“ team will represent the Thornapple Kellogg School District at state competition April 26. Pictured (from left in the front row) are Mat­ thew Davidson. Daniel Curtis, coach Diane Hallberg and Josh Scott. In the second row are Kayla Kermeen. Kathryn Tobin and Hannah Sabri. (From left) Elena Gormley, Kailee Anderson and Ale­ cia Gosset received a OMER award for exemplifying Odyssey of the Mind ideals during the regional OM awards ceremony March 15. 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Brent Dcl^oach. a Caledo­ nia High School ninth­ grader. will be the goalie once again for the team. He is the only teen-ager to play on the men s team. He works hard at the game, both on and off the ice. DeLoach, who often works on charitable projects, has been promoting the benefit game around Cale­ donia and elsewhere The KALE team has invited De­ Loach to play on their team throughout his high school years. Other Caledonia and Mid­ dleville representatives arc CMS health and physical education teacher Ralph Shcffcrly. former CMS Prin­ cipal Craig Schmidt. TK head baseball coach Tom Enslcn and his brother. Joe. an attorney who resides in Business Services ACCESSIBLE EXCAVAT ; ING: "specializing in small er jobs”. Reasonable rates, ! (616)292-9311 or (616)868 | 6683. ALL STAR ROOFING: resi ' dential roofing specialists. ; Tearoffs. reroofs Quality work at competitive prices. | Written labor warranty, ii; censed & insured Senior Citizen discounts. 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Call (517)852-0115. 891-1388 9353 Cherry Valley Ave.(M-37) Caledonia Village Centre 6am 9am MON SAT SUN 8am - 3pm J COME SEE OUR NEW MENU ITEMS! Plus, we’ve added new nightly specials! (from 5 p.m. to 8:30-9 p.m.) Monday is Burrito Night! *llM-two burritos Tuesday is All-You-Can-Eat Snow Crab Clusters Wednesday is All-You-Can-Eat Fish and Thursday is All-You-Can-Eat Shrimp steamed in beer! Middle Villa Inn 891-1287 or 795-3640 9175 Cherry Valley • 891-2928 Hours; Monday - Thursday 11 am - 8 30 pm; Friday & Saturday 11 am - 9 pm; Sunday 11 am - 2:30 pm on M-37 just north of Middleville �Page 20/The Sun and News. Middleville. ML'Marcti 25. 2003 Patriotism blooms in Middleville Even before this cur­ rent crisis patriotism was important to residents of the Middleville area. Stu­ dents in Shelley Erb’s first grade and Kim Chausow’s fourth grade classes have been work­ ing on patriotic songs and symbols each month dur­ ing this school year. Here they are performing at Carveth Village The first graders learned how to perform the National Anthem in American Sign Language. Here professor Linda McCrea from Grand Val­ ley State University dem­ onstrates as the children follow along. Keeping their eyes on their instructor the students try to sign and sing at the same time TK’s Phase I construction bids come in under budget ALL NEW BROADMOOR by Patricia Johns Staff Writer The Thornapple Kellogg school district awarded bids March 17 for the first phase of construction. Superintendent Kevin Konarska said that after TK Sth-grader lasts 9 rounds in spelling bee ZERO DOWN NO INTEREST NO PAYMENTS until O TUNE-UP 2004 ON THE BEST CUTTING TRACTORS PAYMENTS AS LOW AS s34/M0. • • • • Rebates up to s1000‘ 3.9% APR f nancing available on Prestige & Legacy— Trade-Ins Accepted Delivery Available Hurry! Great Sales Won’t Last Forever •QW—O" «***«"«*» «*» ** tor OMM "C»to< —MS kZwa to OM 3929 S. Division, Wayland. Ml 49348 2 Mites North of Wayland (269) 792-4123 •No sales people - just your fnenrty neghoomood dealer' $10 PICKUP AND DELIVERY THROUGH APRIL 15 (Within 10 mile radius) STARR LAWN & GARDEN DON'T MISS OUR OPEN HOUSE SATURDAY, MAY 3! C> Simplicity by Patricia Johns Staff Writer Thornapple Kellogg Mid­ dle School eighth-grader Sam Scholtens had an op­ portunity last Tuesday, March 18, to test his spell­ ing skills against the best spellers in this part of Michigan. He knows he’s a good speller and has the awards to show for it but now he faced 21 other excellent spellers who also won their regional events. More than 265 schools are represented in the Greater Grand Rapids region. He won the Thornapple Sam Scholtens Kellogg district school spell­ She came in third last year. ing bees when he was a fifth-, sixth- and eighth­ Rynders will be taking that grader and he won the re­ trip this May. gional bee Feb. 25 held in Rynders is a seventh the TKHS auditorium. On grader at Westside Christian Tuesday in the Greater School and Sharma is a sev­ Grand Rapids Area Spelling enth grader at Fremont Mid­ Bee at the Gerald R. Ford dle School. museum he lasted nine Thornapple Kellogg Mid­ rounds going down in the dle School Assistant Princi­ tenth. pal Jeff Kulhanek said, The entire bee lasted 2 1/2 “Sam is a great kid and all hours with it ending in the of us at the school arc proud 17th round with winner of him. I know his parents Ainsley Rynders winning and friends are proud of him with the word "stridulated” also.” in the 17th round. The Spelling Bee is spon­ During the last several sored nationally by Scrippsrounds she spelled against Howard and locally by the last year’s winner, Aman Grand Rapids Press and the Sharma. He traveled to Kent Intermediate School Washington D C. last year. District making some changes due to technology needs and taking into consideration lower in­ terest rates, these bids came in $1.3 million under budget. The first phase of con­ struction includes new class­ rooms at McFall, Lee and Page. At McFall, construc­ tion includes creating a "Kindergarten Pod" and some changes to the office area. At Lee, new class­ rooms arc added and the second grade wing will be reconstructed. At Page, new classrooms and changes to the all purpose room and of­ fice area are slated. Several new classrooms also will be added to the high school. Konarksa said, "Construc­ tion is scheduled to begin on March 31. The construction team will be working closely with the districts construction manager, Owen Ames Kimball, to make sure that all work is done in such a way that children are safe.” Work at McFall and Page should be completed by the beginning of the next school year. The more extensive work at Lee should be fin­ ished by the beginning of 2004. Work on Phase H in­ cludes the new “varsity gym" and additional class­ rooms al the high school and middle school. The board decided to go out for bids on work on the exterior sports fields at their March 10 meeting. This work is made possi­ ble by a $26 million bond is­ sue approved by the dis­ trict’s voters in a special election this past fall. �Yoi"- Hometown Newspaper Ser/ing Middleville and Caledonia Areas 132nd year Middleville, Michigan 49333 No. 9/February 25, 2003 Caledonia Schools meet state budget cut order by Cathy L. Rutter Staff Writer The Caledonia School Board last Tuesday made some budget adjustments, some of which were rather painful because of state funding cutbacks The records indicate a to­ tal change of $13,000 to the original proposed budget, which wasn’t unusual. They occur several times during the school year as actual fig­ ures become known. What was unusual, how­ ever, was the "Executive Or­ der Deduct" issued by the State of Michigan. Business Manager Judi Dean said in a later inter­ view. “The amendments (during the meeting) re­ flected $197,000 worth of reductions in order to meet the revenue reduction of the executive order deduct for the current school year pre­ sented by the State of Michi­ gan. “In conjunction with the need to add $220,000 worth of expenses, this netted a change of $13,000,” Dean further explained. It appears that the current school budget was finely tuned due to four pages of “The amendments (during the meeting) reflected $197,000 worth of reductions in order to meet the revenue reduction of the executive order decuct for the current year presented by the State of Michigan.” at Caledonia High School, Brian Leatherman at the middle school. Sheryl O’Connor from Caledonia Elementary, Jerry Phillips from Dutton Elementary, Gordie Nickels from Em­ mons Lake Elementary and Chris Warren from kettle reductions and changes listed in the agenda. For those interested in the exact figures, a copy of the meet­ ing minutes with budget amendment can be viewed at the school board office on Main Street in Caledonia. In other school board news, local principals were honored for their leadership for the district in recognition of Principals’ Week. A reso­ lution was read by William Harrison on behalf of the school board. Principals who received the tribute were Ron Moag Lake Elementary. The group received a gift pen for their "exemplary leadership." As has been the case in years past, the board ac­ cepted a recommendation to adopt a resolution to opt out of the State Schools of Choice plan. With this adop­ tion. the board exercises the district’s option, permitted by state law to not accept certain non-resident applica­ tions for enrollment within or next to the Kent Ir.,ermediatc School District. According to Superinten­ dent Douglas Busman, from a later interview, state law allows intermediate school districts to collaborate on their own plan for Schools of Choice within the inter­ mediate district and across school lines. But to adopt the KISD plan, the district (Caledonia) must opt out of the state plan yearly. A resolution was adopted .............. HUI - Judi Dean, Caledonia Schools Business Manager Principals (from left) Chris Warren. Kettle Lake Elementary: Gordie Nickels. Emmons Lake Elementary. Brian Leatherman. Caledonia Middle School; and Jerry Phillips, Dutton Elementary, were honored for the leadership in recognition of Principals Appreciation Week. Principals Sheryl O'Connor (Caledonia Elemen­ tary) and Ron Moag (Caledonia High School) were not available for the photo calling for the annual school election to be held Monday, June 9. With this date set, the last day to register as an elector is May 12 by 5 p.m. To register, visit any Secre­ tary of State branch office or the county or township clerk’s office. A motion was carried to give authority to Business Manager Judi Dean to pro­ ceed with the sale of the driveway located at 8822 Kraft Ave. (north of Em­ mons Lake and the transpor­ tation building). The sale of the driveway area to Bud Smith, in the amount of the upkeep of the drive­ way all these years. This last fall the Smiths came to us and asked if there was any way that they could just buy the driveway," she ex­ plained. After looking further into questions such as 1) should the district sell the property, According to Dean, the 2) would it ever be used for Smiths were granted a life­ district use, and 3) what was time easement to this area a fair and equitable price, (driveway) that adjoins the decision was made to their farm to the north of the sell the driveway to the district’s property. Smiths. "It’s really just a gravel drive," said Dean. "Bud and See budget cut order, pg. 2 Patty have maintained $5,000, is pending comple­ tion of a title search and ap­ propriate legal paperwork. Dean said the driveway is the easement that was lo­ cated with the 150 acres of property originally pur­ chased in the 1980s by the district. TK looking for savings to weather budget cuts by Patricia Johns Staff Writer Thorn-Berry Apartments holds ribbon cutting The Thorn-Berry Apartments recently held a ribbon cutting ceremony to dedi­ cate the apartment complex Several members of the Barry County Area Chamber of Commerce were available for the ceremony as well associates of the ThomBerry Apartments Present for the Thom-Berry Apartments ribbon cutting cere­ mony were, front row from left, Wendy Lemos. Tender Care: Ben Koianowsxr Sue Kolanowski. Barry County Area Chamber of Commerce Jeff DeKontng Rrvertown Builders, Pam Gnffin, Thom-Berry Apartments Yon Bucher. Barlow Flonst Joyce Daugherty. Hastings Women s Club and Dan Artsma. Rrvertown Builders Second row - Kevin Konarska. Thomapple Kellogg District Superintendent. Rrta Ferguson, Thomapple Manor and Jenny Allerdmg. State Employee Credit Union. Superintendent Kevin Konarska is sure that while the district has yet to learn the complete details of how the budget cuts being made to balance the 2003 Michi­ gan state budget, more effi­ cient use of funds will help the district weather the changes. The district will look for savings by turning down thermostats, limiting supply expenses and reducing the number of conferences staff members attend this year. The approximately $192,000 to $212,000 in cuts do mean belt tightening for the district. Konarska does not anticipate hiring any new staff this year and there will be some savings if staff who leave for retire­ ment are not replaced. Both Konarska and school board member Don Haney stressed at the Feb. 10 school board meeting that the funds received from the recently passed bond issue could not be used for school operations. “We can’t shift funds. The money from the bond issue is for capitol improve­ ments and cannot be used for salaries.” The board should be hear­ ing shortly on how the first round of bond related pro­ jects arc faring in the mar­ ketplace. This will help the district see how phase one of the project will progress be­ ginning this spring. In This Issue New Caledonia library site OK’d, pending agreement Caledonia Twp. Board delays revised sign ordinance action Middleville’s Towne Center inches closer to reality Caledonia citizens complain about ban on RV parking �Page 2/The Sun and News, Middleville. Ml/Fetxuary 25. 2003 Dan Parker decides not to run again Two TK school board seats up for election by Patricia Johns Staff Writer “I think we have good people running the district. I feel at peace with my deci­ sion not to run again for the TK school board,” Dan Parker said last week after announcing he is stepping down after 12 years. “My wife has tried to con­ vince me to run again,” Parker said “but I am very confident in the quality of the people who are interest­ ing in running for this posi­ tion. It is time for someone new to get involved.” Incumbent Martin Wen­ ger has not yet decided if he will run again for his posi­ tion. Petitions can be picked up at the Thornapplc Kellogg Administration building on Green Lake Road during regular business hours. Completed petitions are due by 4 p.m. Monday, April 7, along with affidavit of identity. The annual school election will be held on June 9. This year candidates are allowed the new option of paying a $100 filing fee in­ stead of filing a nominating petition with 20 signatures required. TK Players to do ‘HONK’ next month The TK Players will pre­ sent the new musical “HONK” at 7:30 p.m. Thursday. Friday and Satur­ day, March 13, 14 and 15, in the Thornapple Kellogg High School auditorium. Tickets are $4 each and aie on sale now. Tickets may be reserved in advance by com­ pleting a ticket reservation form and returning it to the TKHS main office. Ticket reservation forms are avail­ able in every TK school building and from the ad­ ministration building. Forms also can be printed American Legion Post1 Caledonia I'ood Events for February All events start at 5:30 p.m. • Public Welcome February 14, 2003 Prime Rib February 28, 2003 Fish Fry 1 The Michigan Associa­ tion of School Boards pub­ lishes several guides for candidates. For more infor­ mation. contact the MASB at 800-968-4627 or at info(a masb.org. 616-891-1882 directly from the TK Web. There is a link to HONK from the TKHS home page at www.tk.kl2.mi.us. HONK, written in 1998 by George Stiles and An­ thony Drewe. is quickly gaining popularity. It is a musical comedy based on the story of the ugly duck­ ling. It has been performed locally by the Hope College Summer Repertory Theatre and by Northview High School. THORNAPPLE KELLOGG SECONDARY SCHOOL MENU Wednesday, Feb. 26 Breakfast for lunch. Pancakes, w/sausage links, or ham and cheese on a bun, potato wedges, juice box, milk. Thursday, Feb. 27 Macaroni and cheese or hamburger on a bun, tossed salad, peaches, milk. Friday, Feb. 28 Pizza or fish sticks, baked beans, fresh apple, milk. Dan Parker attended the Staff Appreciation luncheon at McFall Elementary to thank staff and the members of the PTO for their efforts for students and schools. TK High School bands to perform pre-festival show Thornapple Kellogg High School band students have been busy preparing for the annual Michigan School Band and Orchestra Asso­ ciation District 10 festival. The TK concert and sym­ phonic bands will perform their festival selections for parents and community members at 3 p.m. Sunday, March 2, in the high school auditorium. The bands will travel to festival on Thursday, March 6. Both bands will perform at Lowell High School. The concert band is scheduled to play at 8:50 a.m. and the symphonic band performs at 2 p.m. The annual district band festival gives high school and middle school bands the chance to be evaluated and rated by a panel of four mu­ sic professionals. There arc two parts to each group’s evaluation, concert perform­ ance and sight-reading. Each group prepares three selec­ tions to perform in a concert setting. One selection must be a march, the second must be chosen from a list pro­ vided by the state MSBOA office and the third selection can be chosen by each indi­ vidual ensemble or director. Three of the four judges evaluate this performance. After the concert perform­ ance, the groups are taken to sight-reading, where they are given two pieces of mu­ sic they have never seen be­ fore and are allowed seven minutes of preparation time Budget cut order, from page 1 "It was decided that there would be no use to the dis­ trict for the driveway and that it would only become an expense if we were to have to start maintaining it," said Dean. After checking with appraisals and local re­ altors, it was felt that $5,000 was a fair and equitable price for the easement. The board also approved hiring Connie Brooks as a CHS school store aide for two hours per day and ac­ cepted resignations from Jenny Tennat (JV girls’ soc­ cer coach), Scott Christian (CHS English), Joellyn Potgeter (Community as School coordinator) and Sandy Donker (mentoring coordi­ nator). Retirements for Lois Price half-time fifth grade teacher at Dutton) and Pat Vanlterson (second grade teacher at Dutton) also were acknowl­ edged. Reports and presentations were given at the beginning and end of the meeting. Dave Smith of Whitneyville Bible Church presented a donation to the school as a token of appreciation for al­ lowing the church access to school property for their programs since a portion of their church burned a couple years ago. Marcia Shaner of Dutton Elementary gave a presenta­ tion on the use of technol­ ogy as incorporated to en­ hance the music program at Dutton. CHS Student Congress Repre­ sentative Janine Wilson asked for support from the community during the CHS blood drive Friday, March 14. Chris Burns continued the curriculum update to the board. This has been a ongo­ ing task for Burns as the dis­ trict continues to align the curriculum to the State of Michigan. Board member William Harrison supplied informa­ tion concerning the North Central Accreditation Serv­ ice. This service provides standards that schools have to meet to become accred­ ited by the service. Although many high schools are ac­ credited, few middle schools and elementary’s have achieved this credit. Caledo­ nia School District is striv­ ing for all the district’s schools to be accredited. "Working toward com­ mon goals,” as Superinten­ dent Douglas Busman puts it. before they are performed. One judge evaluates the sight-reading component of the evaluation. The symphonic band members have chosen a relatively new and interest­ ing piece for their selected number, "Swords Against the Sea” by James L. Hosay. In short, the piece depicts life aboard the Queen An­ ne’s Revenge in the days up to and including its final bat­ tle with the Navy. The piece is written in three move­ ments. The first depicts the care free life of the pirates while on board the ship. The second represents their re­ flections the night before they faced certain doom. The third illustrates the final battle, after which the sounds of a Navy victory arc heard. Wreckage believed to be the Queen Anne’s Revenge, the ship of Blackbcard, the most notorious of all pirates, was discovered in 1996 off the coast of North Carolina. As always, Sunday’s con­ cert is free and the public is cordially invited and encour­ aged to attend. �The Sun and News. Middleville. Ml/February 25. 2003/Page 3 FROM OUR READERS Local Citizens Speak Out On Issues Why should people pay to learn about God? Wave to the camera! Deb Jensen’s second grade class will be featured waving during newscasts on WZZM TV Channel 13 on Feb. 25. Here Emily Jenkins, whose mom recom­ mended the class to the television station, gets a chance to have students wave to the camera TK Community Ed has offers for seniors The Thornapplc Kellogg Community Education of­ fice invites senior citizens living within the Thornapplc Kellogg School District to several upcoming events. On Wednesday. March 12 Community Education con­ tinues its tradition of treat­ ing senior citizens to re­ Spring Community Ed classes offered by TK Shar Evans from the Thornapple Kellogg Com­ munity Education offices asks, “Has winter gotten you down? Do you want to get exercise or learn something new this spring?” She has planned a wide variety of enrichment classes this spring. Kickbox­ ing for Fitness, Interval Training exercise or aqua aerobics classes are offered for those looking to look and feel better. A Microsoft Word for be­ ginners class can take the fear of the computer away. Other classes scheduled in­ clude ones on finance, water gardening and dog obedi­ ence training. Call 795-3397 for more information or watch for the next edition of “The Key” mailed to all residences within the school district in March. freshments at 6:45 p.m. fol­ lowed by the dress rehearsal of the spring musical at the high school. This year a production of the musical “Honk” a de­ lightful retelling of the Ugly Duckling story will delight viewers. There is no cost for this event but reservations are required by calling 7953397. On March 17 the meeting for senior citizens in the community room will fea­ ture Shar Evans doing a pro­ gram on stained glass. She will display some glass pieces and demonstrate how glass is cut, soldered and be­ comes a piece of art. The program is from 1 to 3 p.m. on Monday. March 17. The Community Educa­ tion office has planned a trip to the Van Andel Museum Center on Friday, April 25 to view the Dead Sea Scrolls. Chris Boysen says, “This is a once in a lifetime opportunity to see this his­ torical exhibit. Dust off your walking shoes and join us as we take a step back into his­ tory.” This special excursion also includes lunch at Gib­ son’s Restaurant. Diners can choose between prime rib, Amish chicken dijonaise or grilled halibut. The cost is $35 per person and includes lunch, tickets to the exhibit and transportation by school bus. Reservations and fees paid in advance are due by March 28. Boysen reminds those interested to call today as space for this special ex­ cursion is limited. Dear editor: I believe that if people can pray at an airport or at a mail, somewhere where not all of the people believe in God. then why can’t kids pray at school? Why when the office at school comes on the speaker, do they say. “Let's have a moment of silence.” instead of “Let's have a moment of prayer?" That's what they're really expecting you to do. so w hy don't they just say it? I guess what I’m trying to say is. why do parents have to pay money just to get their children to learn about God? Why don’t all schools teach the students about God. and if some kids don’t believe in God, then have different classes for them, so they can learn about their own reli­ gion? I know that you’re sup­ posed to leam about your religion in church, but 1 think that if kids learned more about their religion in all schools that there would be fewer problems in the world. Some people don't have time in school to leam about our religions that could help with families and how students act around each other, it would help with fighting and swearing at school. I believe that if we have all schools with teachers w ho teach the students about their religions that more people will start remember­ ing the question. “What Would Jesus do?*', and not just thinking “What should I dor I hope they think about doing this because if I asked myself what would Jesus do, I think that He would want everyone to stop paying money to be able to pray at school and start just doing it as a regular thing each day. Please respond to my let­ ter and tell me your opinion to allowing students to pray at school. 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She is ma­ joring in English. The dean s list recognizes full-time Spring Arbor stu­ dents who have recieved a grade point as erage of 3.5 or higher for the semester on a 4.0 scale. Part-time students musi retrieve a 33 GPA for the semester and carry a cu mulative 3.5 GPA. Spring Arbor University is a private, four-year Chris­ tian liberal arts university located eight miles west of Jackson. Mich. With a total enrollment of over 3,400 the University is affiliated with the Free Methodist Church of North America. Looking for a fabulous, affordable vacation getaway! Start packing. Now’s a great ome to take the best of al vacations: a 3.4.5,7 day or longer Carnival “fun Ship.” cruise vacation to The Bahamas. Caribbean, Mexican Riviera. Canada. Alaska, Hawaii or the Panama Canal Aboard ship, youl enjoy fun activities, fabulous meals, the Nauoca Spa. program, lavish Vegas-styie shows, a friend­ ly casino and all the pampering service Carnival is famous for. 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Rueter Staff Writer Caledonia area readers are experiencing the “Read Along the River: One Book. One County” book discus­ sion program, which was the basis for a gathering at the Caledonia branch of the Kent District Library Wednesday, Feb. 5. The discussion centered on the national bestseller, "Peace Like a River." by Ixif Engcr, the book chosen as the "county book." The Caledonia discussion was facilitated by Patricia Johns, a founding member and discussion leader of the Caledonia Library Adult Book Discussion Group, which has been in existence for the past five years. According to a resource guide created by KDL, "Read Along the River: One B<x)k, One County" is an unprecedented collaboration between all of the public li­ brary systems in Kent County." including. Kent District Library. Grand Rap­ ids Public Library, Cedar Springs Public Library and Sparta Public Library. “Our goal is to build com­ munity in the diverse county by encouraging individuals to share an experience, namely reading one great book,” the guide says According to Caledonia Head Librarian. Jane Heiss, the library system has 826 printed copies in its system, as well as 119 unabridged and seven cassette sound re­ cordings. Johns mentioned that there were approxi- New Baptist Church New Baptist Church in Caledonia is Holding a Bible Study on Tuesdays at 7:00 p.m. If you are interested call 878-3175 mately 200 copies that were borrowed just through the Caledonia branch. This doesn’t include the readers who may have purchased it themselves. “We’re down to 72 holds (from hundreds that were re­ quested to be held for the next reader)." said Heiss. "Everybody seems to be get­ ting a copy in a timely man­ ner." “Peace Like a River” is a book about redemption, loss and miracles. "Everyone was pretty much in agreement that this was the kind of book you’d pick for Grand Rapids.' said Johns. "It was clean, no pro­ fanity. It deals with religion in a positive way. And the landscape is what people recognize." According to Johns, this was the first time (for the Caledonia area) that the same hook has been dis­ cussed on the same day (1 and 7 p.m.). The two time frames seemed to work as more than 40 people showed up to the discussions. It seems that the feelings about this book were strong, one way or another. Concerning comments by the discussion group. "Most people seemed glad that they read it" said Johns. "Some said they were glad they read it but wouldn’t read it again. Some said they were going to read it again because they think they missed some of the miracles. There were big miracles (in the book) and there were smaller, less significant miracles." Johns, who is an avid reader, said she liked it. though it wasn’t her favorite book. "But I’m glad I had the opportunity to lead the discussion. It gave me a bet­ ter understanding (about the story)." Heiss said she would read it again. "It’s so multi-di­ mensional." The author of "Peace Like a River," Leif Enger. will be at Sunshine Community Church at 3300 East Bcltline NE in Grand Rapids on Thursday. March 20. at 7 p.m. as a highlight to KDL’s annual ’Let it Snow" Read­ ing Club Celebration. Ad­ mission is free. A bonus to the earlier For those who can relate to the restrictions often placed on a person having this con­ dition. the KDL brochure in­ cludes asthma resources such as books like "My House is Killing Me!: The Home Guide for Families with Allergies and Asthma" by Jeffrey C. May. They also list the web sites for the American Lung Association (www.lungusa.org/asthma/) and the Asthma and Allergy Foundation of America (www.aafa.org/). to name just a few. Another add-in from the brochure is ‘If you like "Peace Like a River" try reading... Some of the books they include are "The Brothers K" by David James Duncan; "Pay it Forward" by Catherine Ryan Hyde; "Before and After" by Rosellcn Brown and "The Lovely Bones" by Alice Sebold. AA MEETINGS Patricia Johns (center) facilitated the gathering for the first ever "One Book. One County" book discussion program in Caledonia. Caledonia Head Librarian Jane Heiss, also a book discussion facilitator, is on the left The discussion was centered on the book. "Peace Like a River" by Leif Enger. Johns is one of the founding members of the Caledonia Library Adult Book Discussion Group, started about five years ago. The Caledonia Adult ings are generally the first Orchid Thief. Book Discussion Group will Wednesday of the month at ( opies are available at the be meeting in March (meet- 1 p.m.) to review the book library, said Johns. COMPREHENSIVE fi Some things are meant to be a certain way.. Caledonia - 100th and M37. AA meets Tuesdays 6:30 am.; and Saturdays 10 a.m. Open Discussion Meeting. (Al-Anon meets Tuesday and Thursday at noon.) 9964 Cherry Valley #3, Caledo­ nia. Contact Jerry R. at 4379452. Monday, Wednesday, Friday, noon. 9669 Kraft Ave.. Holy Family Church, A A open meetings. Tuesday and Thursday 5:30. (TFN) Like insurance from Pioneer State Mutual. • Comprehensive coverage for homes and vehicles • Discounts for insuring both your home and car. • Quick claims response and sound advice It's the way insurance should be STAUFFER & WIGGERS INSURANCE AGENCY 612 E. Main St. • Caledonia, Ml 49316 616.891.9294 ('ll)NHR SI AH MUTUAL Without God, it’s a vicious circle. In a world too often ruled by war, hunger, disease and inhumanity, our church believes there is hope. Join us and grow in the faith and fellowship of Jesus Christ. s lioiiMgiiiiient CALEDCMA IW1.2418 • Toll Irw 1-888-KMM EXCEPTIONAL CLOTHING & ACCESSORIES For die Whole Family (Sool) S>l)epf)crt) Uutljeran QDfjurctj jtltSSourt ismioti 908 W. Main, Middleville, Ml 49333 795-2391 Pla\ / Worship Sunday 9:30 a.m.: Sunday School 11 a.m. �The Sun and News. Middleville, Ml/February 25. 2003/Page 5 ‘One County, One Book’ discussion is Caledonia first by Cathy L. Rueter Staff Writer Caledonia area readers are experiencing the “Read Along the River; One Book. One County” book discus­ sion program, which was the basis for a gathering at the Caledonia branch of the Kent District Library Wednesday. Feb. 5. The discussion centered on the national bestseller, "Peace Like a River." by Leif linger, the book chosen as the "county book." The Caledonia discussion was facilitated by Patricia Johns, a founding member and discussion leader of the Caledonia Library Adult Book Discussion Group, which has been in existence for the past five years. According to a resource guide created by KDL. "Read Along the River; One Bcxik, One County" is an unprecedented collaboration between all of the public li­ brary systems in Kent County," including. Kent District Library. Grand Rap­ ids Public Library. Cedar Springs Public Library and Sparta Public Library. “Our goal is to build com­ munity in the diverse county by encouraging individuals to share an experience, namely reading one great book," the guide says. According to Caledonia Head Librarian. Jane Heiss, the library system has 826 printed copies in its system, as well as 119 unabridged and seven cassette sound re­ cordings. Johns mentioned that there were approxi- New Baptist Church New Baptist Church in Caledonia is Holding a Bible Study on Tuesdays at 7:00 p.m. If you are interested call 878-3175 mately 200 copies that were borrowed just through the Caledonia branch. This doesn't include the readers who may have purchased it themselves “We're down to 72 holds (from hundreds that were re­ quested to be held for the next reader),’ said Heiss. "Everybody seems to be get­ ting a copy in a timely man­ ner." “Peace Like a River" is a book about redemption, loss and miracles. "Everyone was pretty much in agreement that this was the kind of book you'd pick for Grand Rapids." said Johns. "It was clean, no pro­ fanity. It deals with religion in a positive way. And the landscape is what people recognize." According to Johns, this was the first time (for the Caledonia area) that the same book has been dis­ cussed on the same day (1 and 7 p.m.). The two time frames seemed to work as mon- than 40 people showed up to the discussions. It seems that the feelings about this book were strong, one way or another. Concerning comments by the discussion group. "Most people seemed glad that they read it" said Johns. "Some said they were glad they read it but wouldn't read it again. Some said they were going to read it again because they think they missed some of the miracles. There were big miracles (in the book) and there were smaller, less significant miracles." Johns, who is an avid reader, said she liked it. though it wasn’t her favorite book. "But I’m glad I had the opportunity to lead the discussion. It gave me a bet­ ter understanding (about the story)." Heiss said she would read it again. "It’s so multi-di­ mensional." The author of "Peace Like a River," Leif Enger. will be at Sunshine Community Church at 3300 East Beltlinc NE in Grand Rapids on Thursday. March 20. at 7 p.m. as a highlight to KDL’s annual ’Let it Snow’ Read­ ing Club Celebration. Ad­ mission is free. A bonus to the earlier For those who can relate to the restrictions often placed on a person having this con­ dition. the KDL brochure in­ cludes asthma resources such as books like "My House is Killing Me!: The Home Guide for Families with Allergies and Asthma" by Jeffrey C. May. They also list the web sites for the American Lung Association (www.lungusa.or&asthma/) and the Asthma and Allergy Foundation of America (www.aafa.org/), to name just a few. Another add-in from the brochure is ‘If you like "Peace Like a River" try reading... Some of the books they include are "The Brothers K" by David James Duncan; "Pay it Forward" by Catherine Ryan Hyde; "Before and After" by Rosellen Brown and "The Lovely Bones" by Alice Sebold. Patricia Johns (center) facilitated the gathering for the first ever "One Book. One County" book discussion program in Caledonia. Caledonia Head Librarian Jane Heiss, also a book discussion facilitator, is on the left. The discussion was centered on the book. "Peace Like a River" by Leif Enger. Johns is one of the founding members of the Caledonia Library Adult Book Discussion Group, started about five years ago. The Caledonia Adult ings arc generally the first Orchid Thief. Copies are available at the Book Discussion Group will Wednesday of the month at be meeting in March (meet- 1 p.m.) to review the book library, said Johns. Some things are meant to be a certain way... AA MEETINGS Caledonia • 100th and M37. AA meets Tuesdays 6:30 a m.; and Saturdays 10 a.m. Open Discussion Meeting. (Al-Anon meets Tuesday and Thursday at noon.) 9964 Cherry Valley #3. Caledo­ nia. Contact Jerry R. at 4379452. Monday, Wednesday, Friday, noon, 9669 Kraft Ave., Holy Family Church, AA open meetings. Tuesday and Thursday 5:30. 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Ml/February 25. 2003 Physical education teacher Joanne Desy (center) says that as of the end of the day on Feb 14 the Jump Rope for Heart event at Lee Elementary School raised $15,848 54 She expects the total to go up as last minute contributions are brought in. Nate Iveson displayed some fancy footwork Jump Rope for Heart tally may pass $16,000 Elizabeth Palmanteer finds keeping her eyes closed helps her jump leasrive HAIR DESIGNERS OPEN 6 DAYS a Week Evenings Always Available This poster shows what a big heart the students at Lee have. Now open late MONDAY, WEDNESDAY, THURSDAY ^35^“ Reach over 11,000 area homes Call today for Appointments! 122 E. Main St., Middleville Call Call 945-9554 to place your Sun & News ACTION-Ad! 795-7719 (next to Phil's Pizza) For Your Appointment! Joanne Desy talks with volunteers Lucretia Muste and Theresa Runge as they total the pledges. Many parents assisted during the event. 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Wfiat JEMvtam ‘Jldicue yponjoizd it, (jaad Sfiaptwid i/utfu-uui CtuvuA in MiddtufdLt Part VIII Baptism Lutherans believe that within the Church the Lord delivers His gift of salvation to sinners who receive His gifts by faith alone! One such means through which the Lord gives salvation is through Holy Baptism In Baptism the Lord Himself does the work while the one bang baptized receives the work In baptism the sinner is unit­ ed to Christ's death as well as His resurrection Bang joined to Christ’s death and resurrection sinners receive Christ’s right­ eousness while Christ takes away their sins Therefore Lutherans believe Baptism forgives sins; sins committed as well as the sinful nature all people are bom with Lutherans also believe that baptism is necessary for salvation and grace is offered. Therefore infants also should be baptized because they loo are sinners, destined to die, and in need of for­ giveness Baptism gives the forgiveness which infants need to be saved Through baptism infants are forgiven their sins, faith is created in their hearts, they are bom again, receive the Holy Spirit, and they are united to Christ as God’s word declares in Acts 2:38-39 and Romans 6:3-10 as well as many other pas- Because Baptism is God’s work and not that of the one being baptized, the baptized can be certain of their salvation For when God works there can be no doubt as to what He has accom­ plished. His Word shall not return void Therefore you who are baptized can rejoice in the God of your salvation because God Himself has saved you in your baptism. This is what Lutherans believe! �The Sun and News, Middleville, Ml/Fetxuary 25. 2003/Page 7 Fifteen local students make Calvin dean's list Fifteen local students have been named to the dean’s list for the fall term at Calvin College for main­ taining at least a 3.5 grade point average for the semes­ ter or a cumulative 3.3 on a 4.0 scale. The following is a list of the students, their parents (where available or applica­ ble), class levels, major fields of study and high school alma maters. The following is a list of the students, their parents (where available or applica­ ble), class levels, major fields of study and high school alma maters: • Matthew S. Draft, son of Steven and Evelyn Draft of Alto, philosophy, Caledonia High School. • Kaylc K. Hinkle 111. son of Kaylc and Miriam Hinkle of Alto, a freshman, dually enrolled Caledonia High School student. • Katherine L. Sikma of Alto, daughter of Steve and Susan Sikma of Alto, junior. CAS-rhetoric, South Chris­ tian High School. • Ryan T. Hanson, son of Larry and Cheryl Hanson of Caledonia, senior, engineer­ ing. mechanical concentra­ tion. Caledonia High School. • Kate E. Harms, daughter of Richard and Joan Harms of Caledonia, senior, ac- Caledonia High wins sportsmanship award Caledonia High School has received a “Good Sports Are Winners” award. “This program has two components, educational and a recognition award component. Since sports­ manship is a learned response, an educated choice, it makes sense that a company that has worked ENGAGEMENTS Bestrom-Bignall to wed July 19 JoAnn M. Bcstrom will wed Thomas E. Bignall on July 19. 2003. The bride-tobe, of Wyoming, is the daughter of David and Maryann Bcstrom of Alto. She is a graduate of Caledonia High School, Word of Life Bible Institute and Tennessee Temple University. The groom-elect, of Englewood, Colo., is the son of Wayne and Cheryl Big­ nall of Grand Rapids. He graduated from Caledonia High. Cornerstone and Purdue universities and the University of Tennessee, receiving a master’s degree from the latter. File Your Taxes Yet??? We Can Help!! C & K Business Senrices. LLC CPA Give us a call. We can help you take advantage of the new tax laws Phone: 616-891-5789 Email: kjohnson@ckbusserv.com 612 E Main Street Caledonia, Ml 49316 with educators for over 50 years provide an educational program on sportsmanship and its lifelong character elements - integrity, ethics, and respect - to MHSAA member schools.” said Mike J. Post, director of market­ ing. MEEMIC Insurance. “MEEMIC considers the ‘Good Sports Are Winners’ award a prestigious honor. It’s truly a community award and one that grows in stature and importance as the years pass. The key to good sportsmanship at MHSAA postseason tournaments is in the preparation. “Just as the athletes and coaches prepare for their competition, school admin­ istrators can lay the ground­ work with fans and students prior to the tournament at pep rallies, parent meetings, booster club gatherings .etc.” countancy. South Christian High School. • Nicholas J. In't Hout, son of Nick and Johanna In’t Hout of Caledonia, a senior majoring in Spanish. South Christian High School. • Jason J. Koning, son of Kenneth and Cheryl Koning of Caledonia, a freshman in biology, South Christian High School. • Angela Maxey, daughter of Jon and Diane Maxey of Caledonia, a freshman, dually-enrolled Caledonia High School junior. • Jonathan B. Mensink. son of the Rev. Bryce and Winter fun in the snow Leona K. Veihl CALEDONIA - Leona K. Veihl. age 92, of Caledonia, passed away Tuesday, Feb. 18,2003. Leona was a graduate of Butterworth Hospital and spent her adult years as a registered nurse. She was preceded in death by her husband, Edward and her brother. Clarence. She is survived by her sis­ ter, Margaret and Richard Schantz; her niece. Mary and Brenner Rollin; her nephew. Mark and Suzzan Schantz. A memorial service for Leona will be announced later. This fifth grade class at Page made a patriotic sculpture during the snow fun day on Tuesday, Feb 18. There were penguin bowling, trains and even the Loch Ness monster created before all the snow melted. Special Furnishings Gifts & Accessories 219 West Main Street, Lowell, MI 49331 Voice: 616.897.4311 Fax: 616.897.6568 ESTATE AUCTION Sat., March 1 • 10 a.m. 328 S. Jefferson St., Hastings, MI (Democratic Hall - Comer of Green St. (M-37) and Jefferson) ANTIQUES 8c COLLECTIBLES; Hoosier baking cupboard After Glow Coffee tin, milk bottles enamel pans, womens furs, hats & purses early 1900 s. qutfts. Ingram shelf clock. German wafl dock approx 100 yrs old. razor strop & razors, wash stand, vine ptcruc basket, cigarette tins, coasters & bghters: prints, photos; aluminum ware; flatware. WW1 and WWU & other military items, mgs, post cards,' figunnes. erector sets in boxes, baby buggy w/convertfbie leather top. antique hand tools. crocks, Dietz Blizzard lantern; colecnble pins, glasses T shirts advertising items, and numerous other items FURNITURE; Corner shelf wood burning stove marble ash tray lane cedar chest oak dresser rnir rors. lamps, chairs, metal storage shelves rocking chairs & more GLASSHARE; Several sets of china nd Blue Ridge Royal Jackon & Royal Austria tea sets minia­ ture tea cups, butter pats, bone dishes, crystal vases. Havanan plates Calendar plates Royal Wedding (Charles & Di) plate, blue Tasice vase, cobalt blue vase. Blue Mountain Pottery Moose cobalt glass fruit, crystal figurines Pl BUSKER’S NOTICE: AM real estate atfvcrtrung paper u wtyea to tte Far and the M-cfegaa Ci».l •bdi coAcc*««t} make ad*ertnc *awy prefcaeacc Janice Mensink of Caledo­ Christian High-School. • Mindy L. Worst, daugh­ nia. senior, CAS telecom­ munications. Grand Rapids ter of Charles and Mary Worst of Middleville, sen­ Christian High School. • Laura A. Robertson, ior. elementary education. daughter of Dr. Richard and Grand Rapids Christian Cynthia Robertson of Cale­ High School. • Andrea B. Berkimer. donia. freshman, account­ ancy. Grand Rapids Baptist daughter of John and Beth Berkimer of Wayland, High School. • Paul A. Trowbridge, son sophomore, computer sci­ of William and Laura Trow­ ence. Thornapple Kellogg bridge of Caledonia, senior, High School. • Adam R. Bonner, son of psychology. South Christian Richard and Reita Bonner of High School. • Betsy A. DeYoung, Grand Rapids, senior, engi­ daughter of Dale and Sandra neering. chemical concentra­ DeYoung of Middleville, tion. Caledonia High junior, social work. South School. ■■ this news Housaag Aa Rtghu Act .1 illegal to l—wtanne or This te a partial listing. A very sale. Call AppieTree for full sale bill or e-mail to appletreeauctions49aMn.com APPLETREE AUCTIONEERING ttSgs 517 W. Grand St., Hastings, Ml 49058 J‘m & Jennifer Lumbert (Morawski) Professional Father Daughter Auction Team •^L‘5-945-0020 or 269-945-5983 appletreeau<rtions@msn.con^jB I For your auction, appraisal & moving needs, call APPLETREE You won't be sorry you called, but you may be sorry you didn’t! �Page 8/The Sun and News. Middleville. Ml/February 25. 2003 There’s nothing better than making a winter sculpture during “Winter Morning", except maybe eating a winter sculpture. Showing off their winter jewelry made during “Winter Morning,” these Emmons Lake kindergartners are all smiles. ^Tittle (]ambs ^Preschool Open House & Registration Tuesday, March 4 • 2-7 pm Little Lambs Parent Cooperative Preschool otters Non-Denominational Christian preschool classes to three and four year olds. ALASKA HALL - 7244 68th STREET (616) 554-3350 Ontuij^ Pearson-Cook by Cathy L. Rueter Staff Writer Emmons Lake Elemen­ tary has a unique way to in­ troduce Monday/Wednesday/Friday morning kinder­ gartners to Tuesday/Thursday/Friday afternoon kids and have fun at the same time. It’s called “Winter Morn­ ing.” One morning during the winter, the Friday after­ noon students are invited to Real Estate For The Real WorldSM Caledonia • 9175 Cherry Valiev 891-8980 Wan/ Mort Listutgt Available' lor information on ae«h constructed botnes and vacant lots current h atadaHe cai: k»th» Benton 2*2 Paid Damltl-M*? Robin Danton 295-M79 Da»e Krumn *lS-4?*3 Linda Jaaaes 81.UW Laura T«n Garbou Barbara Gc«i &M-2554 Catty Wdhamwn 2*V'.wi Aaron VaaderZaad 50-J7T2 fee* Met naaaa 292-403 D*w Pratt SI A4JLM Dm* F««ter No winter morning would be complete without making pictures of snowflakes, snowmen, winter birds and other wintery pastimes. share in winter activities with the Friday morning stu­ dents. Between making snow sculptures and pictures, measuring the temperature of the snow, making snow­ man jewelry, bird feeders and other fun activities, the students are kept busy and happy making new friends. The most amusing activ­ ity though was the “snow­ ball” fight in the cafeteria. These snowballs may have been made of cottonballs but they were just as much fun as the real thing (and a lot less cold). We had such wonderful times traveling on vacations, but now Bob has a hard time remembering his way around the town he has spent his entire life in. Softball and T-ball clinics set at TKMS The Thornapple Area Parks and Recreation Com­ mission is sponsoring two more Saturday clinics for baseball and softball play­ ers. The clinics will focus on learning and improving ba­ sic skills such as throwing, catching, and hitting tech­ niques. Both clinics take place at the TK Middle School. March 1 is the first and sec­ ond grade clinic for T-ballers. And the scries ends March 15 with the softball clinic for girls grades three thru eight. All programs will be run by the TK varsity baseball and softball coaches and players. More information can be obtained by calling the TAPRC at (269) 795-8853. We at Woodlawn Meadows offer a delightful alternative to nursing homes with our quality assisted living facility that provides specialized alzheimer'&dementia care. • 24 Hour Compassionate Care • Respite Care • Emergency Call System • Dementia Care • Individual Personal Assistance • Barber & Beauty Shop • Podiatric Care • Complete Laundry & Housekeeping • Activity Programming • Wheelchair Accessibility • Medication Management T^etizement OMage 1821 N. East St. Hastings An Assisted Living & Specialized Memory Care Community 269-948-4921 �The Sun and News. Middleville M February 25. 2003/Page 9 MSU dean’s list includes 41 from area Emmons Lake Principal Gordie Nickels gets in on the fun with a couple of kindergarteners during a “snowball" fight (think cottonballs). “Snow can actually get that cold!" Temperature readings of snow were just one of the many activities that Emmons Lake kindergarten students experi­ enced during “Winter Morning" recently. Call945-9554 or 1-800-870-7085 lor Sun « News ACTION-Ads! Call anytime . 24 hours a day 7 days a weet Forty-one local students have been included on the dean's list for the fall semes­ ter at Michigan State Uni­ versity. The following is a list of the students, their home­ towns. class levels and ma­ jor fields of study: • Andrew P. Chamberlain of Alto, a junior majoring in economics. • Elizabeth Atkins For­ tuna of Alto, a senior major­ ing in biological science. • Heidi Elain Jarchow of Aho, a senior majoring in accounting. • Colleen Joanne Nelson of Alto, a sophomore major­ ing in education. • Jason Anthony Peabody of Alto, a sophomore major­ ing in engineering. • Chadwick James Radaz of Alto, a junior majoring in supply chain management. • Melanie Leigh Smith of Alto, a sophomore majoring in medical technology. • Matt Alan Trierweiler of Alto, a sophomore majoring in telecommunications. • Chris Dayton Williams of Alto, a senior majoring in building construct.on man­ agement. • Jarrett Michael Andree of Caledonia, a freshman majoring in human biology. • Michael Paul Bernard of Caledonia, a junior majoring in finance. • Tiffany L. Beuschel of Caledonia, a junior majoring in psychology. • Matthew John Born of Caledonia, a sophomore in the Lyman Briggs School, no declared major. Correction: The pay increase for Chris Mugridge, finance director for the Village of Mid­ dleville, was reported incoorectly in an article in the Sun and News on Feb. 17. Her new salary, including the 3 percent raise, totals $36,900 not $39,600. Get away • Brandon Christopher Furtwangler of Caledonia, a junior majoring in computer engineering. • Danielle M. Hoodhood of Caledonia, a freshman majoring in interior design. • Danielle Mane Meeker of Caledonia, a sophomore majoring in French. • Jessica Jo Mumaw of Caledonia, a senior majoring in advertising. • Seth Nathaniel Napper of Caledonia, a senior ma­ joring in mechanical engi­ neering. • Terese-An Thai Nguyen of Caledonia, a sophomore majoring in general business administration, pre-law. • Mitchell Joseph Petz of Caledonia, a junior majoring in finance. • Ellen McLoughlin Quinnan of Caledonia, a junior majoring in child develop­ ment. • Daniel P. Roosien of Caledonia, a senior majoring in computer science. • Kristin Anne Ross of Caledonia, a senior majoring in veterinary technology. • Andrew Charles Schupp of Caledonia, a senior ma­ joring in horticulture. • Matthew James Schupp of Caledonia, a sophomore majoring in general business administration, pre-law. • Lindsay Marie Stoetzel of Caledonia, a freshman majoring in English. • Katherine Charlotte Syswerda of Caledonia, a ing. • Daniel James Brinks of senior majoring in special education, learning disabili­ Middleville, a sophomore majoring in accounting. ties. • Sarah Ann Elliston of • Corw in Willis Troyer of Caledonia, a freshman ma­ Middleville, a junior, major­ joring in computer engineer­ ing in political science, pre­ law. ing. • Lana Elaine Goodin of • Michael Tim Vehlewald of Caledonia, a freshman Middleville, a sophomore, majoring in general business majoring in interior design. • Randall Paul Havens of administration, pre-law. • Archie John Warner of Middleville, a senior major­ ing in fisheries and wildlife. Caledonia, a junior majoring • Kyle Daniel McKeown in horticulture. • Caroline Margaret Wes- of Middleville, a sophomore seley of Caledonia, a junior majoring in accounting. • Samantha Jo Vanmajoring in human biology. • Michelle Katheryn Wes- dersloot of Middleville, a seley of Caledonia, a fresh­ sophomore majoring in ac­ man with no major prefer­ counting. • Jacob Alan Williams of ence. • Douglas Watson Block- Middleville, a sophomore majoring in political sci­ sma of Middleville, a junior majoring in civil engineer­ ence, pre-law. Caledonia Community Schools Young S’s & Kindergarten Registration Caledonia Community Schools are taking registrations for Fall 2003 Kindergarten and Young S s classes beginning February’ 3. 2003. If your child is new to the district and will be five years old on or before December 1.2003, please contact Michele or Karen at the Administration office for a packet. 891 818S or email at zoetni(ucaledonia.kl 2.mi.us. 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Water and sewer are available to the area. Supervisor Bryan Harri­ son will be involved in the negotiations. The proposal is, of course, subject to Plan­ ning Commission approval. In his report, Longman said the present nearly his­ toric building has been in use for 22 years. Space for library use is 2,336 square feet. The basement is used for a continuous used book sale of donated books which helps raise funds by the Friends of the Library. The current library recicvcs about 30 visitors each hour, which totaled 50,086 in 2002. Annual circulation was 73,511 items in the same year. The library houses about 25,000 books. "We know we need a larger library," Longman said. "If you look at the size of the community we are now," he said there should be 7,000 to 10,000 square feet of space at present. Us­ ing five different reference standards for libraries, by 2020, a building of about lb.()()() and 22,000 square feet would be needed. The range of size would be worked out by the board and the community. Other local library sizes were compared. Walker has 7,600 square feet, Cascade, 20,300, Grandville, 18.000 and Plainfield has 21,820 square feet. After investigating the costs to build, figures varied from $63.64 to $291.57 per square foot. Longman said Whitehall has a beautiful li­ brary which cost $147 per square foot, a little above the national average of $139.12. Byron Center is currently putting up a library for un­ der $100 per square foot, Longman said. Land was not included in the price, and the community is using block walls on the interior, he explained. The committee estimated the cost could be $2.5 mil­ lion. Caledonia Township al­ ready has set aside $350,000 over several years. The Friends of the Library have enough for a $50,000 dona­ tion toward the new build­ ing. The Robert Scutt Estate left $100,000 to the fund, and there is $179,000 from other donations plus interest. Longman said a 2002 Caledonia survey found 58 percent of those surveyed sunported building a new li­ brary. If a tax increase was required, half of those polled were opposed, 42 percent were in favor and 8 percent were undecided. Longman said other op­ tions could be pursued. In addition to amounts put aside, fund-raisers could be undertaken on a community level. Grant sources could also be pusued, although these are time consuming and of­ ten of small amounts. If the purchase goes through, the next step will be to determine building size and costs, with consid­ eration for funding. In other business Wednes­ day night, the Township Board: • Delayed action on a re­ vised sign ordinance so the public could comment on the content before a final de­ cision is made. The board did not wait for a meeting with PMR owners to pass the PMR ordinance at the second reading, how­ ever. Harrison said an adver­ tised public hearing was held, and no PMR operators came to comment. However. 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Money is budgeted as a part of the NW district pro­ ject cost. • Received a report from Fire Chief Brian Bennett on efforts the Caledonia Fire Department would like to explore, to improve its range of services to the commu­ nity. He and Bill Bravata, chairman of the Fire and Safety Department, would arrange fact finding discus­ sions with other fire chiefs. The tentative concept would to work out coopera­ tive joint operating agree­ ments between fire depart­ ments in neighboring com­ munities. If the idea could be fully worked out, one department could buy a new engine, and have the assistance from an­ other department with a new tanker, for instance. It would be possible to prevent dupli­ cation of the same equip­ ment in all departments. "We would share re­ sources and stop doubling up," Bennett said. "These joint operating agreements seem the best way to go to cut costs and stay on top of it." Such an example of coop­ erative service has been ar­ ranged between EMS ambu­ lance providers. Life EMS serves Caledonia. Because Caledonia is several more miles away than other serv­ ice areas, in the case of two calls at the same time, the ambulance might have to go to only one, usually the clos­ est emergency site. Meanwhile Thornapple EMS might not be occupied, and is located closer to Cale­ donia. An EMS agreement would allow sending an am­ bulance from Thornapple Township to service the emergency. If there were fire depart­ ment agreements nearby emergencies could be han­ dled by trucks from other districts, such as Dutton or from Middleville. Or a Cale­ donia fire truck could go to a fire on 108th if a Thomapple Township truck was oth­ erwise occupied. ISO ratings are greatly improved when fire depart­ ments have such agreements in place and can improve service. 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BOARD Regular Meeting revised sign ordinance action by Ruth Zachary Staff Writer The Caledonia Township Board last Wednesday delayed action on a revised sign ordi nance so the public could comment on the content be­ fore a final decision is made. The ordinance had not been approved by the board earlier in February, and was sent back for further changes or explanation on specific points, and the Planning Commission Feb. 10 and 17 attempted to address those points as follows: A. Decreasing the sign area from 100 square feet to 60 square feel in the C-l, C2, 1-1, and 1-2 zoning dis­ tricts. Planning Commis­ sion change, a proposed sign area of 100 square feet in the C-2 zoning district. A pro­ posed sign area of 80 square feet in the C-l district. A proposed sign area to remain at 60 square feet in 1-1 and I2 zones. B. The board believed 40 percent of the lettering al­ lowed on the sign face was too low. Planning Commission change: Eliminated the re­ striction by deletion of the section. C. The board believed use of portable signs should be allowed in residential zoning districts for a period of seven days a year. Planning Commission change. Added an amendment to allow the use of portable signs in residential zoning districts for a period not to exceed seven days a year. D. Sign lighting fixtures to be mounted and directed downward. Planning Commission change: Elimination of the restriction on lighting orien­ tation by deleting the rele­ vant section. E. Concern about the complexity of sign lighting requirements. The Planning Commis­ sion stated the intent of the ordinance but deleted exact specifications. Supervisor Bryan Harrison thanked the commissioners for the rapid turn around of the ordinance. Trustee Richard Robertson said the initial effort to de­ termine the amount of light emitted from signs was the right way to go. but he w as not sure how it would work in practicality. He said he did not support eliminating the language altogether. Robertson said local dis­ cussion related to the impact on drivers and safety issues. He said surrounding commu nities try to reduce light contamination toward the night sky. He said downward lighting would eliminate that. He expressed apprecia­ tion for the commission's efforts. Trustee Bill Bravata said he was satisfied with the changes as offered. Opportunity for public comment was offered, but none was made, and the item was tabled for public com­ ment. Man, woman plead guilty in Caledonia Twp. murder Two people have pleaded guilty to second degree mur­ der in the shooting death of Carl Sherington at his home in Caledonia Township Nov. 16. 2002. Ryan Parrish. 22, of Alto, and Wendy Dye. 20, of PUBLIC NOTICE The Middleville Housing Commission announces that on 2/18/03 they shall make available for public review, a draft copy of components of its Five Year and Annual Agency Plan per the guidelines of 24 CFR 903, a requirement of the Quality Housing and Work Responsibility Act of 1998. These docu­ ments will be available Monday through Friday from 8:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m. at the administration office located at 500 Lincoln St., Middleville, Ml, for a period of approximately 45 days The PHA has scheduled a public hearing to be held on 4-08-03 at 7.30 p.m. in the main office at 500 Lincoln Street At this time, the PHA shall receive and consider any and all comments prior to finalization of their agency plan for submission to HUD on or before 4/16/03. Yellville. Ark., both face a penalty of up to life in prison. Parrish also pleaded guilty to felony possession of a firearm. The two will be sentenced at a later date. Detectives from the Kent County Sheriff’s Depart­ ment said Carl Lincoln Sherington, 72, died from a gunshot wound at his home at 8844 66th St. SE. He lived at the home alone. Authorities first investigated the death as natural, but quickly changed the probe as a homicide. Not long afterward in 63rd District Court, Cas­ cade, Dye and Parrish both were arraigned on felony murder charges related to the homicide. Second-degree murder carries penalties up to life in prison. The sentencing phase will take place in Cir­ cuit Court. CHARTER TOWNSHIP OF CALEDONIA COUNTY OF KENT, MICHIGAN PUBLIC NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that on March 3. 2003. at 7:00 p.m., the Planning Commission of the Charter Township of Caledonia will hofd a public hearing at the Caledonia Township and Village Hal 250 South Maple Street. Caledonia. Michigan, on the application of Davenport University for the re zoning of lands from the A Agricultural District to the HC Highway Commercial District Such lands are located on the westerly side of Kra Avenue south of 60th Street and are legally described as foflows That part of the Northeast fractional 1/4 of Section 6. Town 5 North. Range 10 West, described as commencing at the Northeast comer of said Section 6. thence S00*O6^4*E 940 70 feet along the East line of said NE 1/4 to the pont of begmng thence S00i0824*E 1589 29 feet along said East kne to toe East 1 /4 comer of said Section 6. thence N89‘05 52*W 1317.59 feet along the South !.-ne of said NE 1/4. thence N00 99XXTW 1189.32 feet along the West kne of the East 1/2 of said NE 1/4; thence N67*05 43*E 341.92 feet toence N76*11‘38*E 1031 50 teet to the point of beginning Caledon* Township Kent County Mctwgan Al interested persons may attend'the pubic hearing and be heard wrth regard to the request­ ed rezonmg Written comments may be submitted to Vie Townshp office at the above-stated address, up to the time of the pubbe hearing Dated: February 7. 2003 PLANNING COMMISSION OF THE CHARTER TOWNSHIP OF CALEDONIA 3W February 19. 2003 Present Hamson. Snyder. Cardwell. Bravata. Bujak. Robertson, and Stauffer Absent; None Also Present Planner Mana­ ger Zyfstra. UA Pierson. Deputy Clerk Palmer, and several citi­ zens Supervisor Harnson called the regular Caledonia Township meeting to order at 700 p.m. Supervisor Hamson led the Pledge and Invocation CONSIDERATION OF THE AGENDA: Moved Harnson. sec­ ond Cardwell to add item 10E Granting Poverty Exemptions Ayes All MOTION CARRIED. Moved Harnson. second Snyder to add item 10F - Board of Review Pay Rate Ayes: All MOTION CARRIED. Moved Harrison, second Cardwell to add item 10G - Fireworks Display Permit. Ayes: All MOTION CARRIED. PUBLIC COMMENT: None CONSENT AGENDA: Moved Snyder, second Stauffer to approve items A through E of the consent agenda as written Ayes All MOTION CARRIED. Discussion was held regarding the Utilities Report Moved Harrison, second Snyder to approve the Utilities Report. Ayes Ail MOTION CARRIED. INQUIRY OF CONFLICT OF INTEREST: None REPORT FROM BOARD OFFICERS AND STAFF: Utilities Administrator discussed the need for drywall to be replaced on the ceiling of the utilities building Moved Cardwell, second Stauffer to contract Central Ceiling and Partition Inc. at a price of $3645 to replace the drywall, re-insulate, and prime the ceiling at the utilities building. Ayes All MOTION CARRIED. Moved Stauffer, second Snyder to allow Dixon Engineering to perform a warranty inspection at a cost of $1675 on the new water tower. Ayes: All MOTION CARRIED. Fire Chief Brian Bennett dis­ cussed the Fire Department looking into a joint agreement with other local Fire Depart­ ments. There will be a workshop meeting on May 14th at 7:00 p.m. to discuss a joint agree­ ment. Cardwell discussed the web site committee having met and are moving forward with a recommendation for the Board. They would also like to come up with a marketing plan. CORRESPONDENCE: Utility operation letter LIBRARY COMMITTEE PRE­ SENTATION: Eric Longman, Chairperson for the Library Committee gave a presentation regarding the new library and it’s location. Moved Harrison, sec­ ond Bravata to approve the pur­ chase of the location behind the Post Office contingent upon approval to build on the land by the Village Planning Commis­ sion. Discussion was held re­ garding the oroperty Ayes All MOTION CARRIED. PMR PLANNED MINERAL REMOVAL - 2ND READING: Moved Snyder, second Bravata to adopt an ordinance tc amend the Zoning Ordinance of the Charter Township of Caledonia Amendments in PMR Planned Mineral Removal District Roll call vote Ayes All MOTION CARRIED. SIGN ORDINANCE REPORT FROM PLANNING COMMISSION: Discussion was held Moved Harnson, second Snyder to table this item Discussion was held. Ayes Hamson, Snyder. Bravata. Bujak and Robertson Nay: Cardwell and Stauffer MOTION CAR­ RIED. EMPLOYEE INSURANCE AUDTT - DISCUSSION: Bravata discussed the need to take a look at the insurance tor several reasons. Type and cost should be looked at Moved Hamson, second Bravata direct Richard Thacker to puH together informa­ tion and bring a recommenda­ tion to the Board Moved Snyder second Cardwell to amend the motion to include looking at insurance tor the staff Vote on the amendment Ayes All MOTION CARRIED. Vote on the motion Ayes All MOTION CARRIED FUTURE LEADERS ADVI­ SORY GROUP (FLAG) - STU­ DENT INTERN PROGRAM Discussion was held regarding students working with the Township Board, but not as a voting member Moved Bravata. second Snyder to adopt the FLAG Program for Caledonia Township Ayes All MOTION CARRIED. ALASKA AVENUE PAVING Archie Warner discussed the public meeting and the pubic hearing given by the Road Commission He commented on the support of the citizens at the meetings Richard Cnssman dis­ cussed his concerns on one end of the road being narrow, and how this would impact the neigh­ bors and his concern for removal of trees. Rex Andringa dis­ cussed his support of paving this portion of Alaska Ave Moved Stauffer, second Cardwell to pay $161,034 to support the paving of Alaska Ave from Bunstone to 68th Ayes All MOTION CAR­ RIED SALE OF ALASKA HALL: Discussion was held regarding the cost to maintain the Alaska Hall. Richard Crissman dis­ cussed his concerns with the sale of Alaska Hall Steve Gould would support keeping the Alaska Hall, as it is a public resource. Don Miesen ques­ tioned where the funds from a sale like this would go He feels the property is a liability, howev­ er, he respects that it is a public asset Bravata discussed the proceeds possibly being used in a way to better serve the citi­ zens. He would be in support of keeping the building if mainte­ nance was done on a regular basis Robertson discussed his concerns and the fact that there is no action to be taken at this time. Bujak discussed the improvements that have been RESOLUTION OF APPRECI­ ATION - FOREMOST INSUR­ ANCE CORP.: Moved Snyder, second Stauffer to adopt a reso­ lution of appreciation for Fore­ most Insurance Corporation Roll call vote Ayes All MOTION CARRIED. GRANTING POVERTY EX­ EMPTIONS: Moved Harrison, second Bravata to adopt a guideline to authorize the Board of Review to grant poverty exemptions Roll call vote Ayes All MOTION CARRIED. BOARD OF REVIEW PAY RATE: Moved Hamson. second Snyder to increase the Board of Review members pay to $100 00 per day and $50 00 per halt day Ayes All MOTION CARRIED. FIREWORKS DISPLAY PER­ MIT: Moved Robertson second Snyder to deny the Fireworks display permit. Discussion was held Ayes All MOTION CAR­ RIED. BOARD COMMENTS Ro­ bertson discussed the Storm Water Ordinance and ques­ tioned what stage it is in He also commented regarding the web­ site and the library PUBLIC COMMENT (EX­ TENDED): Don Miesen dis­ cussed the efforts of the Board and also the sale of the Alaska Hall with the funds oiing mto the general fund and not into anoth e< asset Richard Cnssman also commented on the Alaska Hall ADJOURNMENT: Moved Snyder, second Bravata to adjourn Ayes All MOTION CARRIED Patricia Snyder Caledonia Township Clerk CALEDONIA TOWNSHIP BOARD February 19, 2003 A utilities work session was called to order at 5 45 p m Present Harrison. Snyder. Cardwell, Bravata. Bujak, Robertson Absent Stauffer Also Present Utilities Admin­ istrator Pierson. Attorney White & Engineer Wilcox Pierson reviewed the agenda Attorney White discussed the refunding of the Campau/Kettle Lake sewer Pierson explained the follow­ ing Purchase of water capacity, Village Water Main interconnet of the two systems, water main from 92nd to 100th, water mam to Lepard Park, sewer main to Lepard Park, sewer main from 92nd to 100th, purchase of capacity and force main to the treatment plant Attorney White explained the water termination agreement with the Village, School. Riebel and Glen Valley The payback of $700,000 to School, R'ebel, and Glen Valley and the watei main construction in the Village Discussion was held on capi­ tal improvement bonds and the resolution for this was explained Moved Snyder, second Bravata to adjourn Ayes Al| MOTION CARRIED. See us for color copies, one-hour photo processing and all your printing needs. 1351 N. M-43 Hwy., Hastings. At the gray barn Charter Township of Caledonia Kent County-Michigan 2003 Board of Review Meeting Dates Tuesday; Monday Tuesday March 4th. 2003 March 10th, 2003 March 11th. 2003 Organizational Meeting 9:00 a,m. - 3.00 p.m. 3.00 p.m - 9 00 p.m All reviews will be heard by appointment only For appointments, call: (616) 891-0070 Reviews wHi be held at the Caledonia Township/Vihage Hall 250 Maple Street. Caledonia Ml 49316 Written appeals will be accepted until Monday March 11. 2003 The 2003 Kent County Equalization factors tor the Charter Township of Caledonia will be as follows Agricultural Industrial: 1 0693 1.0010 Commercial: 1 0879 Residential 1 0652 Assessor Laura Stob Township Clerk; Patncta Snyder Dated February 3, 2003 �The Sun and News, Middleville, Ml/February 25. 2003/Page 13 Caledonia Twp, Plan Commission reviews individual zone districts by Ruth Zachary Staff Writer Chapter 5 of the zoning ordinance, governing “Indi­ vidual Zoning Districts,” was reviewed by the Caledo­ nia Township Planning Commission Feb. 17, spe­ cifically residential districts A, R-R, R-l, R-2 and R-3. Standards for various resi­ dential districts of the townshsip were refined and some modification resulted. A major issue raised was over the fact that few differ­ ences distinguished zones A. (Agricultural) from R-R (ru­ ral residential), and after lengthy discussion seemed unresolved. Two categories were retained, because this would allow changing regu­ lations in the future which would distinguish the two zones. Planner Dave Zylstra has contended that different den­ sities in the different zones should be the defining differ­ ence between various zones. He brought information from the Illustrated Book of Development Definitions by Harvey Moskowitz and Carl Lindbloom to support his proposal that densities could be increased. Density refers the the number of dwelling units per unit of land. Typical densi­ ties in the book were sug­ gested: Single family housing typically would be one to four units per area in subur­ ban areas. Three to six du­ plexes could be found per acre, and six to ten town­ house units could be situated on one acre. Other housing configurations listed included multi-story flats, mid-rise housing and high-rise hous­ ing in suburban areas, towns and urban centers. Many more housing units would occur in urban centers than in towns and suburban areas. However, the definitions did not state whether public sewer served units in such zoning densities. This has (Highway Commercial) zon­ been a major consideration ing. for the Planning Commis­ Kennels require a permit sion in trying to prevent for five or more dogs and or higher densities from in cats. Allowed in both ag and Caledonia Township. An­ R-R zones, they will be per­ other has been the commu­ mitted as a special use with nity preference for low den­ a minimum of five acres, sities, as determined in the specific setbacks from prop­ master planning process. erty lines, strict rules for in­ Agricultural activities are door dog runs, waste dis­ allowed in both zones, but posal, soundproofing and the level of activity is gener­ screening. Five acres was ally expected to be less in R- hoped to prevent future con­ R than in ag zoning. flicts as housing densities State regulations for next door to them increase. GAAMPS (Generally Ac­ Customer traffic was another ceptable Agricultural Man­ problem mentioned. agement Practices) supercede Commercial riding stables local restrictions, if different. are addressed in a separate There is no minimum acre­ section. age definition for a farm as Private riding stables can long as it is profitable. also a special use if a larger GAAMPS sets certain mini­ accessory building is re­ mum distances from prop­ quired. erty lines and particular sur­ Different kinds of schools rounding land uses, how­ may be restricted to particu­ ever, which would limit lar zoning districts. Trade, some types of operations, technical, commercial such as an intensive live­ schools, public, denomina­ stock feed lot, in any place tional, K-12 and higher edu­ except where there was gen­ cational facilities were men­ erous open space acreage. tioned. A consideration for These could be restricted to such institutions has to do ag zoning. with available public utili­ Pre-existing farms are ties. Large facilities could protected under GAAMPS also disrupt the rural charac­ from many high density ter of ag areas. considerations. Development Housing in ag areas could encroaching next to an exist­ be a minimum of two acres, ing GAAMPS approved with 200 feet of road front­ farm may not demand reduc­ age. Housing would have a tion of normal odors, noises 50-foot front and back set­ or machinery operations, for back. and a total of 50 feet instance. in side setbacks. The foot­ Various special uses al­ print of the main structure lowed in each residential would be a minimum of zone in part define differ­ 1080 square feet and a multi­ ences between the zones. floor home would have a Some uses allowed in all minimum of 1500 square residential areas are family feet with 800 square feet on day care for less than six the first level. Basically, the children or adults, public same specifications were apschools, churches, parks, bed and breakfast establishments, greenhouses, golf courses and PMRs. Preschools probably will be added to some of the zoning specifi­ cations. Colleges, universities, vocational and trade schools are provided for in HC VILLAGE OF FREEPORT PLANNING COMMISSION NOTICE OF PUBLIC HEARING March 18, 2003 7:00 p.m. The Planning Commission will meet on the above date and time, in tiie Community Center Multi Purpose Room located at 200 State St.. Freeport. Mich . to hear a rezon­ ing request made by Jack Hull, DBA Freeport Body Shop. The requested change is from the current R-2 Residential Distnct to C-1 Commercial District. on the following parcel The North 60.5 feet of the East 16 feet of the West 47.5 feet of Lot 3. Block 7. Village of Freeport, according to the recorded plat thereof, as recorded in Uber 1 of Plats on page 22, Irving Township. Barry County. Michigan Together with an easement for buikjmg maintenance pur­ poses 1 foot wide tying Southerly and Easterly and adja­ cent to the above described parcel All interested persons may attend the Public Heanng A copy of the Rezoning Appircabon is available tor review by interested persons at the Village Office at the above-stated address Written comments concerning the re zoning request may be submitted to the Planning Commission at the above-stated Village Office Address Village of Freeport Planning Commission 315 USDA food distribution set for March 6 U.S. Department of Agriculture surplus food dis­ tribution for residents of Kent County will be held Thurs-day. March 6, at the Holy Family Catholic Church Hall, 9669 Kraft Ave., Caledonia, from 9 ajn. to 1 p.m. only. This distribution is subject to federal income guidelines and proof of household in­ come. Depends must be pre­ sented at time of pickup. Recipients are asked to bring their own helpers and bo.xes.bags. as there is no guarantee there will be enough people to assist with loading and packaging of food. New application forms and 10 cards will be avail­ able at the site. Items scheduled to be dis­ tributed are frozen ham, flour-biscuit mix, instant milk, canned apricots, sweet potatoes, shelled walnuts, egg noodles and frozen peaches. For more information, call Dick Spiegel, commodities supervisor, at (616) 8919364. plied to housing in the R-R zone as well. The low density residen­ tial zone. R-l was reviewed. This zone too must allow day care of up to six children or adults. Churches, private and public schools, libraries, museums, parks, play­ grounds. community centers, beds and breakfasts and rec­ reational areas were some of the listed special uses in R1. R-l housing without pub­ lic sewer is to be on a twoacre minimum, but may be on one acre with sewer. Two-acre lots would observe the same setbacks as R-R. A one acre lot would re­ quire 150 feet of road front­ age. Setbacks would be 30 feet to the front, 25 feet in the rear, and 10 feet on side setbacks. Lake lots would require at least 50 feet of set back from the flood line. R-2 and R-3 will be dis­ cussed at the next Monday workshop. Changes from this meeting will also be re­ viewed. Resident Sharon Hast said she did not like the increase in the size of square feet of homes in some zones. She asked why people were being required to build bigger homes, more costly to build and heat. Resident Dick Crissman commented that architects should be given more free­ dom in the kind of structures being built in Caledonia, so the result would not be crackerbox type housing. He referred to a recent survey circulated by Bry an Harrison, but was not sure about the details of the survey or ques­ tions. Chairman Archie Warner said he could not comment on the survey. NURSE Busy physician’s office looking for a nurse to work 3-4 days/week. Please send resume to: AD #148 c/o The Reminder P.O. Box 188 Hastings, Ml 49058 RESOLUTION (03-003) OF THE MIDDLEVILLE COUNCIL Sidewalks and Pedestrian Facilities Ordinance February 11, 2003 WHEREAS, Section 1-6 of the Village of Middleville Code of Ordinances of 2001. as amended permits the Village Council to amend or repeal portions of the Village Code by ordinance THE VILLAGE OF MIDDLEVILLE ORDAINS: An ordinance to amend the Village of Middleville Code or Ordinances of 2001, as amended, by adding new language which shall be designated Chapter 78. Section 51: Sec. 78-51 Sidewalks and Pedestrian Facilities. Sidewalks are determined to be necessary to offer a pedestrian friendly setting for Village resi­ dents. Residents of all ages must be given the opportunity to walk safely in all areas of the Village The regulations in this section are intended to establish uniform standards for sidewalk construction within the Village. (1) Sidewalks. All new sidewalks installed in the Village shall have a width of five (5) feet (60 Inch­ es), be four inches thick of concrete with well drained base material and be placed one foot inside the street right of way line. Sidewalks shall be placed on both sides of each new pub­ lic street or private common access street or drive aisle within large capacity parking lots as required hereinafter, unless an alternative, comparable design is approved by the Planning Commission. (2) Pathways. Pathways if approved as an alternative to sidewalks by the Planning Commission, shall be not less than eight (8) feet in width and be constructed of three inches of bituminous pavement with well drained base material. Location and placement of pathways shall be at the discretion of the Planning Commission, if other than one foot inside the street right of way line. (3) When Required. Sidewalks or alternative pathways shall be required in all forms of land devel­ opment occurring within the Village, including but not limited to a (a) plat developed under terms of the Subdivision Control, being Act 288 of 1967, as amended, (b) a land division under terms of Act 591 of 1996, as amended, (c) a site condominium or conventional condominium developed under term of the Condominium Act, being Act 59 of 1978, as amended, (d) a mobile home pack under terms of the Ad 96 of 1987, as amended, (e) any multiple family res idential development, (f) all office, commercial or industrial developments and (g) all PUD planned unit developments. (4) Sidewalk or Pathway Easements. Whenever a sidewalk is located outside of a public street right of way, dedication of a public easement having a width two feet wider than the sidewalk located therein shall be required. Such dedication shall be in the form of a sidewalk easement in favor of the Village of Middleville Said easement shall be based on a surveyed description of the easement in which the sidewalk is to be placed The dedication of the easement shall occur prior to occupancy of the first building on site (5) Large Capacity Parking Lots For all parking areas having a capacity m excess of 100 park­ ing spaces, dedicated pedestrian sidewalks shall be provided within the parking lot general­ ly running perpendicular to the face of the building they serve and located between each parking bay Concrete face curbs shall protect these sidewalks Such sidewalks snail be a minimum of 5 feet in width. (6) Street frontage not served with sidewalk. For all types of land development, if a parcel of land currently does not have sidewalks along the public street frontage sidewalks along said street frontage shall be required as an element of said development (7) Conflicting Provisions. Whenever the provisions of this section conflict with another section of this code, the provisions of this section shall govern. (8) Deferred Implementation The owner or developer may at the discretion of the Planning Commission, provide the Village with a performance bond, irrevocable letter of credit or cash in the estimated cost of constructing sidewalks on the property based on the approved site plan Said performance guarantee shall be valid for a period of not less than one year If the sidewalks are not installed wrthn six months of the date of final site plan approval the Village may use the performance guarantee to install the sidewalks to be constructed on the site based on the approval fmal site plan BE IT FINALLY RESOLVED, That this Resolution be entered by the Village Clerk mto the official records of the Village of Middleville on this 11 th day of February. 2003. Moved by Bray, supported by Lytle, to adopt the foregoing Resolution. YEAS: Bray, Corson, Kenyon. Lytle, Myers, Puflen. VandenBerg NAYS: None I HEREBY CERTIFY THAT THE FOREGOING Resolution was adopted by the Village of Middleville Council at a regular meeting held on the 11th day of February, 2003. Rhonda Fisk, Village Clerk Village of Middleville �Page 14/The Sun and News, Middleville, Ml/February 25, 2003 Caledonia citizens complain about ban on RV parking by Ruth Zachary Staff Writer The Caledonia Planning Commission was confronted last week by a handful of dissatisfied citizens who felt their comments and ques­ tions had been ignored in re­ cent ordinance decisions. Residents Dick Crissman. Sharon Hast, Ken Arnold and Mike Washburn took is­ sue with the prohibition of recreational vehicles on peo­ ple’s properly. Crissman suggested the definition of recreational ve­ hicles was unclear and might also include a fishing boat. "Every time you pass a re­ striction. you erode some­ one's freedom." He cau­ tioned local officials to "have mercy." Planning commissioners listened to the comments at the beginning of the meet­ ing, but did not respond to comments. After sitting through the meeting. Hast said she was disappointed that the commission did not respond to the questions, and that those who waited had not been told that no further response would be made, which she felt showed disrespect for the residents. A sign ordinance had been sent back by the Town­ ship Board to the commis­ sioners for further discus­ sion and an explanation of various points. This was dis­ cussed and was to be re­ turned to the board on the following Wednesday. One major decision was a change in wording pertain­ ing to lighting restrictions. The language was revised to specify all illuminated signs shall be constructed and shielded so lighting does not interfere with traffic or shine onto adjacent lands. John Crissman said many people had called him over a recent dispute with the township over sign lan­ guage, and most were in support of his right to use the sign as he chose. Commissioners have said many people have been op­ posed to many signs along roadways as clutter distract­ ing from the rural character of the township. Resident and developer Bill Hitchcock said he would like to be able to get a copy of what the Planning HASTINGS 1317 E. Woodlawn Nice 4/2+ ranch on 1.3 wooded acres, deer and wildlife yet close to town. Huge kitchen, MFU, 2 fireplaces, 2 car garage plus 2 stall car­ port, 2 covered patios, 3,000+ sq. ft. FHA, Conv., Cash. $149,900. Mary Ann Gehrke 616-S93-9884 or 616-940-8000 coloimcux~ COLDWELL BANKER BANKORQ SCHMIDT Just Say AH LH Commission was working on while the being dis­ cussed. He said he had come in to look at an ordinance in the office, and was first told it wasn't available. Later he looked at one ordinance chapter, which was very long and said he would like his own copy so he could write notes on it. Hitchcock said citizens can't read the ordinance drafts and cannot dents who came and com­ mented. Commissioner Wally Bujak said. "We try to do the best we can." He explained the commissioners have di­ verse opinions, but even though they don't all agree, they manage to arrive at a concensus. He explained the public hearing on recreational vehi­ cles was not scheduled yet. This would afford another opportunity for public com­ ment. and the final ordi­ nance would be passed by the Township Board. Chairman Archie Warner explained that the commis­ sion hears and considers comment, but the matters raised did not pertain to the evening s agenda. He said he did not know exactly why the residents were there. Alaska Avenue paving approved by Ruth Zachary Staff Writer The two-mile section of Alaska Avenue between 68th Street and Burrstone will be paved, after approval Wednesday of the plan by the Caledonia Township Board. The Kent County Road Commission will construct the road, but the $272,790 cost will be shared between the county, the township and a developer whose project is expected to affect traffic. The township’s share would normally be $161,034. but with the pri­ vate contribution the cost will be around $11’.000, a bargain for the township. Planner Dave Zylstra said after development traffic im­ pacts were considered, ap­ proval of the request was re­ sisted by the Planning Com­ mission. The developer of­ fered the voluntary contribu­ tion, aware that the develop­ ment would be a problem for the unpaved section of Meet Dr. Jennifer Battiste, primary care physician, along with life long Caledonia resident Leon VanderLaan, PA-C, at the Caledonia Office of Advantage Health. Dr. Battiste and Leon Vanderlaan look forward to meeting you and providing you and your family with personal, comprehensive health care services. Accepting new patients 616-913-8850 or 891 -2503 Priority Health and Aetna insurance accepted. men's & women's health obstetrics ~ kids & teens ~ seniors be prepared to discuss it at a meeting. He said he felt he might have points of value to contribute. Resident Tom Apol also said people need an opportu­ nity to comment before the commission votes. He said people may have valuable input for the commissioners during discussion. Commissioner Duane Gunnink thanked the resi- Advantage HEALTH Physicians 9090 South Rogers Ct., Caledonia, Ml ~ www.advantagehealth.org Alaska. The township has $250,000 already designated for roads. Both a public informa­ tional meeting and a public hearing were held. Planning Chairman Archie W’arner re­ ported he had attended the public hearing held by the Road Commission. He said about 20 to 30 people at­ tended, and opinion was overwhelmingly in support of the project. Supervisor Bryan Harri­ son said reservations over the project had to do with widening the road, which is in a natural area, and de­ struction of trees. He had asked the Road Commission to mark the trees so resi­ dents could see which trees were being considered for cutting. Another question asked was why not approve an­ other unpaved- stretch of Alaska at the same time. Harrison said the other sec- tion from Burrstone to just north of the Fitzsimmons property would have to be considered as a separate pro­ ject. The section is about six-tenths of a mile. This section will be considered immediately upon the heels of the process for the first section. Harrison said he thought the public hearing could be achieved in time so construction of both sections could be coordinated. Resident Dick Crissman agreed the road needs to be paved, but cautioned the road could actually be more hazardous by clearing the steep road sides near the Fitzsimmons property. Crissman expressed con­ cern about the trees, said they were not marked, but had "never heard of a single time when public comment made a difference as to sav­ ing a tree." He asked that young healthy trees not be sacrificed just to make a right of way wide enough. Harrison took issue with his point and said all the trees had been considered and saved in the past. He said partial paving would be looked at near the Fitzsim­ mons property, and it would be possible to save some of the trees. Another Burrstone resi­ dent said the road needed to be widened, but guard rails could be used and fewer trees cut. He said only the valley gutters and shoulders were needed, and he thought the engineers had the project plans well thought out. Tough week leading up to tough district The Fighting Scot varsity boys’ basketball team’s los­ ing streak hit 11 games on Friday night when they were knocked off by Unity Chris­ tian on senior night in Cale­ donia. “Our seniors got us off to a great start,” said Caledonia Coach Jason VanderWoude, “but then we had a tough time matching (Unity’s) in­ tensity.” A 17-6 outburst by Unity in the second quarter proved infants and children with to be the difference in the “hands-on” learning experi­ contest. Joe Kowalski led the ence including how to feed, dress and diaper infants. Sans with nine points on the Students will also learn con­ night. The State’s top ranked flict resolution, basic first aid and critical emergency team. South Christian, clinched the O-K Gold title action skills. AH those who complete on Tuesday night by knock­ all eight hours of training ing off the host Scots 92-45. “It was ugly,” said Vanwill receive a Red Cross Baby-sitting Certification derWoude. “We didn’t do anything we needed to do.” card. Already with a 24-point The cost of the class is $20. To register, call the lead at the half, South outscored the Scots 28-6 in the MSU Extension office at 269-945-1388 or the Ameri­ third quarter. Ryan Rogers was the can Red Cross at 269-3122. Baby-sitting class series set at TKMS The local chapter of the American Red Cross and the Barry County Michigan State University Extension 4-H program will have a baby-sitting class series in conjunction with the TK Community Education pro­ gram. The eight hours of train­ ing will be spread across four Mondays, March 10, 17, 24 and 31, in the middle school’s room 1602. The class is open to boys and girls ages 11-15 years of age. Participants will learn how to provide safe care for Continued next page �The Sun and News. Middleville. Ml/February 25. 2003/Page 15 Middleville’s Towne Center inches closer to reality by Patricia Johns Staff Writer Bill Fast from Visser Brothers returned to the Feb. 20 special meeting of the Village of Middleville plan­ ning commission with up­ dated plans. Visser hopes to start work this spring on a multi-use project along M37 this spring. First on the agenda were the town houses which are part of the project. Then the commercial development. While there were a few questions about lateral sewer lines and a decision that if repairs need to be made in the future to some of the longer lines, it will be the re­ sponsibility of the home owners association. There was also a discus­ sion and approval of a land­ scaping plan which would use a difference in elevation to good use and work with neighboring homeowners. Then discussion of the commercial area raised even more questions. Since ac­ cording to commission member Rick Winans this was the first time some of the details of the lighting, parking lots, sidewalks and drainage were being dis­ cussed he suggested having this portion of the final pre- Library site, continued from pg. 11 be done on May 14. Field trials will be conducted. Bet­ ter ratings mean lowering the insurance premiums for home owners, and many de­ partments will be involved. Meanwhile, Caledonia would continue to keep its own name, and own ex­ penses, and pay salaries for calls made. Township Supervisor Bryan Harrison said it would be important to look into liability and how much use of the trucks was in­ volved. He said it would be important to avoid millage implications. Records would be kept to sec the system works equita­ bly between districts, Ben­ nett explained. An agree­ ment to share resources and make these agreements is made at the township board level. "We're still in a fact finding mode" Bennett said. "There is no set thing. It's what everybody can agree on." • eceived a report from Treasurer Jill Cardwell that the web site committee had met twice. One feature it will include is a download of tax assessor information from the county level, and this will be made directly available to the residents of Caledonia. More work must be done, and results are to be brought to the second meeting in March, Cardwell has worked with Richard Thacker and citizen Don Miesen. who has volunleered time to work on the project. Cardwell said a marketing plan is needed, so people will be able to use the system. • Approved an insurance review for township em­ ployees after Trustee Bill Bravata asked for an audit to be sure firefighters are given appropriate coverage, given the risks involved in their service. Other township employ­ ees also have asked for ex­ panded coverage for family members, but nothing has been done so far, Cardwell pointed out. The agreement for con­ ducting the review is not ap­ proval of a specific change. This personnel matter will be considered by the Fnance Committee and brought to the board at a future time. • Authorized a student in­ tern program, FLAG (Future Leaders Advisory Group). The intern will sit in with the board, but will not vote. I-C ifou a quali+q life. qou *e.e.d Quality tiaAex! liminary plan come back to the commission on March 4. ‘This will give us time to really look over these plans but won’t stop them from going to the village council on March 11.” Visser Brothers and Excel Engineering will work on wording and the plans be­ fore the next meeting. Village Planner Geoff Moffat explained that the commission would also be seeing at least two other plans in addition to this one at the March 4 meeting. Catherine Beyer and Mi­ chael Balsitis also discussed the priorities for sidewalk improvement at this meet­ ing. They showed a map which details all the existing sidewalks and their condi­ tion and those areas without The side walk inventory allows the Village of Middleville to set priorities on the first additions to fill in missing side walks side walks. They hope to begin with about 300 feet of sidewalk between Misty _o___ *. Main Street, Planning Commission is Ridge and The next regular meeting Tuesday, March 4 at 7 p.m. *71. _____ w of the Village of Middleville in the village hall. Area farmland used to grow new homes Linda Gasper encouraged zoning change now goes to wanted to be sure that the by Patricia Johns commission look into add­ her colleagues to consider the township board for their Staff Writer ing ordinances prohibiting taking the ultimate farm tour Frank Dragowski and his decision. the whole sale destruction of in June. “It is really helpful Dragowski told the board family have farmed in the to see how some other states river side plantings. Thornapple Township and that the best crop the soil in managed their Moffat told them the have his area will grow “is Caledonia areas for many homes!” Commission chair township doesn’t have ordi­ growth,” she said. years. Now it is no longer The next Thornapple Mark Sevald agreed saying nances to prohibit this and profitable to farm or. his 140 Township Planning Com that much of the master plan wetlands are monitored by acres within the township. the Department of Natural mission meeting is on Mon­ was based on soil quality. After much discussion he day, March 17 at 7 p.m. in Commission member Resources. received permission from Commission member the township hall. Dale Guikema voted against the Thornapple Township the change because he is Planning Commission to truly concerned about in­ change the zoning on the property from AR, allowing creased density of housing within the township. Dra­ homes on 1.5 acre lots to RR gowski says that there are with homes on 1 acre lots. several developers interested Dragowski used the fact in the property but no deci­ that the current master plan Thornapple-Kellogg High School shows his property as suit­ sions have been made about (Middleville) Wrestling development. able for RR as one of his After several months of After dropping his first match in reasons for his request. The delay, Carolyn Getty re­ the Individual Regional Wrestling ceived a special use permit Tournament on Saturday. Andrew From previous page Reeder responded to win his next two matches and to extend a private road to earn himself a spot in the State Finals beginning Scots top scorer with 14 serve 5 additional home March 6 at the Palace. points. sites. Planner Geoff Moffat In the team regionals Wednesday night, Reeder fin­ South had four scorers in noted that’ staff would re­ ished off the Trojans' team season with an 8-2 win double-figures led by Derek view the home sites and that over his opponent from Coldwater._______________ VanSolkema’s 15-point per­ only the road would come 111 N. Main St. formance. The 4695 Middleville Rd. before them. Last Monday the Scots fi­ Nashville, Ml He also stressed that all Lynn Denton m-37, Middieviiie, mi nally got to face Hastings the homeowners within 300 Agency 1-800-443-5253 517-852-2005 for a second time, after feet of the property were no­ downing the Saxons early in tified of this month’s public MAKING YOUR FUTURE MORE PREDICTABLE the season, but this time it hearing. FARM BUREAU was a much different story. Special use permit was The Saxons came out hot approved unanimously. Sev­ in the first half. They made eral commission members two-thirds of their shots from the floor and built a 16-point halftime advantage. r Get 1 The Saxon lead teetered ttartl W ■ between ten and five points for the remainder of the Spring Brea* WARNER BROS. EDITION game until they closed out the Scots in the final quarter 56-42. ! Includes Greg Jousma led the i On-Star Fighting Scots with points. Dustin Bowman led the Saxons with 18 points. and Drew Bow man tossed in ten. The district drau happens this week, and play begins on Monday March 1 at God­ win Heights. With the Scots Factory in the Division II district are DVD Player South Christian, Wyoming Park. Godwin Heights, Kelloggsville. and Rogers. Rebate or for 60 months! The Scots close out the regular season this week with a contest Tuesday at I Moras* • *»*an**»> •»• M smjm*» 1200 I Wyoming Park, then visit Kenowa Hills on Friday. Athlete of the week 2003 Chevy Venturi Gn-F qaah'+if (or QUALITY s3,000 0% hBill Seif Chevrolet Buick WATER TREATMENT a division of i. DivrStoa Ave aait • co* �f’age 16/The Sun and News, Middleville, Ml/February 25. 2003 Girl Scouts cookies sales under way by Patricia Johns Staff Writer Members of the Cherry Valley Neighborhood of the Girl Scouts of the Michigan Trails council have set booth sale dates so those who wer­ en’t able to order cookies in advance can still help local troops reach their goals. Girls in Troop No. 769 will have cookies for sale from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. Satur­ day, March 1. This is the fourth year girls have held their popular sale at the cor­ ner of M-37 and Main Street at the Lon Lefanty State Farm Insurance Agency. Troop 769 is saving their money to travel to Savan­ nah, Ga.. in three years. Troop 1336 will be sell­ ing cookies at the Little Red Value Shop between O’Neill’s Restaurant and the Sea Shanty at 11420 W. M179. Cookies will be for sale from 10 a.m. until 1 p.m. The girls are working on community service projects. On Friday. March 7, Troop 894 will have cookies Troop 1336 will have cookies for sale from 10 a.m. Little Red Value Shop on M-179. for sale at the Middleville Shell Station from 11 a.m. to Marketplace from 3:30 to 6 3 p.m. p.m. Then on Friday. March On Saturday. March 8 14. Troop 38 girls will take Troop 38 will have cookies up position at Market Place for sale at the Middleville from 3:30 p.m. until 6 p.m. to 1 p.m. Saturday at the All cookies are $3 a box. Local Girl Scouts work on community projects throughout the year, and this is the major fund-raiser for most troops. Yankee Springs OK’s Gun Lake board by Patricia Johns Staff Writer Jim Riehl, president of the Gun Lake Protective Asso­ ciation has been making the rounds of township meetings looking for support to estab­ lish a “Lake Board” for Gun Lake which would provide an assessment area to help control the invasion of Eura­ sian Milfoil and help main­ tain water quality. At each stop including Orangeville and Wayland township meetings he has asked the township trustees to read over the information he presents them and act in March so that a Lake Board can begin the process of holding public hearings, having board members se­ lected and be ready to start with the 2004 tax year. When Riehl attended the Yankee Springs township meeting he received a warm reception, appreciation of the members of the GLPA who have contributed a siz­ able increase in their dues to start controlling the pesky weed this spring and then approval of the proposal. Mary Cook told her col- leagues on the board, “1 don't sec any reason to wait. I think the process should begin now.” Then the board appointed township trustee Jack Finkbeiner to be their representative on the board. The Lake Board can be established through the ac­ tion of only one of the mu­ nicipalities whose bounda­ ries include Gun Lake lake­ front areas. “The intention though is to have all the township’s participate,” Riehl told the trustees. Tony Groves, the consult­ ant from Progressive AE Introducing... Ed’s New Complete Auto & Truck Glass Service! Quality Auto Glass \ 7 JJ Quality Service at an affordable price Mobile Service which is doing the feasibil­ ity study told the trustees that while the Lake Board goes on for ever, usually as­ sessments have a 3 to 5 year life span which can be re­ newed if needed. Once all the townships have decided on whether or not to approve the Lake Board, public hearing dates will be set. In other business the board approved the Planned Unit Development for Pleas­ ant Valley, 86 acres at the south east corner of M-179 and Patterson Road. Ron VanSingel went over the five year process which has brought this development to the board for approval. It will include 70 percent open space and the wood­ land buffer will be protected by covenants. However there will be no fence be­ tween Pleasant Valley and existing homes along Arch­ wood. “The township can’t force a developer to erect a fence to keep their residents in any more than we can force ex­ isting residents to erect fences to keep others out,” See Direct Insurance Billing lake board, pg. 17 Flashover training begins Thornapple Township Emergency Services played host to firefighters from across the area during their first Flashover Training exercise on Feb. 15. They have set dates for four more exercises. First the fire is set. Then they braved the heat and smoke in the train­ ing facility. 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Some people don’t Dear editor: 1 believe that if people can have time in school to learn pray at an airport or at a about our religions that mail, somewhere where not could help with families and all of the people believe in how students act around God. then why can’t kids each other. It would help with fighting and swearing pray at school? Why when the office at at school. I believe that if we have school comes on the speaker, do they say. “Let’s have a all schools with teachers moment of silence.” instead who teach the students about of “Let’s have a moment of their religions that more prayer?” That’s what they’re people will start remember­ really expecting you to do. ing the question. “What so why don’t they just say it? Would Jesus do?", and not I guess what I’m trying to just thinking “What should I say is. why do parents have do?" I hope they think about to pay money just to get their Deb Jensen's second grade class will be featured waving during newscasts on children to learn about God? doing this because if I asked WZZM TV Channel 13 on Feb. 25. Here Emily Jenkins, whose mom recom­ Why don’t all schools teach myself what would Jesus do, mended the class to the television station, gets a chance to have students wave to the students about God. and I think that He would want the camera. if some kids don’t believe in everyone to stop paying God, then have different money to be able to pray at classes for them, so they can school and start just doing it learn about their own reli­ as a regular thing each day. Please respond to my let­ gion? I know that you’re sup­ ter and tell me your opinion posed to learn about your to allowing students to pray to the Van Andel Museum freshments at 6:45 p.m. fol­ several upcoming events. religion in church, but I at school. Center on Friday, April 25 On Wednesday. March 12 lowed by the dress rehearsal Kathleen Potts. to view the Dead Sea think that if kids learned Community Education con­ of the spring musical at the Thornapplc Kellogg more about their religion in Scrolls. Chris Boysen says, tinues its tradition of treat­ high school. Middle School all schools that there would “This is a once in a lifetime This year a production of ing senior citizens to re­ the musical “Honk” a de­ opportunity to see this his­ be fewer problems in the torical exhibit. Dust off your lightful retelling of the Ugly walking shoes and join us as Duckling story will delight we take a step back into his­ viewers. There is no cost for tory.” this event but reservations This special excursion are required by calling 795also includes lunch at Gib­ 3397. son ’s Restaurant. Diners can On March 17 the meeting feel better. choose between prime rib, A Microsoft Word for be­ for senior citizens in the ginners class can take the community room will fea­ Amish chicken dijonaise or fear of the computer away. ture Shar Evans doing a pro­ grilled halibut. The cost is $35 per person and includes Other classes scheduled in­ gram on stained glass. She lunch, tickets to the exhibit clude ones on finance, water will display some glass and transportation by school gardening and dog obedi­ pieces and demonstrate how (excluding Liter Deals) glass is cut, soldered and be­ bus. ence training. Reservations and fees Call 795-3397 for more comes a piece of art. The information or watch for the program is from 1 to 3 p.m. paid in advance are due by on Monday, March 17. March 28. Boysen reminds next edition of “The Key” FA! 616-891-1095 The Community Educa­ those interested to call today mailed to all residences tion office has planned a trip as space for this special ex­ within the school district in 9551 CHERRY VALLEY, D&W PLAZA cursion is limited. March. TK Community Ed has offers for seniors The Thornapple Kellogg Community Education of­ fice invites senior citizens living within the Thornapplc Kellogg School District to Contempo Salon SALE SALE SALE! Spring Community Ed classes offered by TK Shar Evans from the Thornapple Kellogg Com­ munity Education offices asks, “Has winter gotten you down? Do you want to get exercise or learn something new this spring?” She has planned a wide variety of enrichment classes this spring. Kickbox­ ing for Fitness, Interval Training exercise or aqua aerobics classes are offered for those looking to look and Back To Basics, Paul Mitchell, Crew, TiCi ®)NTEMPO Middleville woman on dean’s list at Spring Arbor Caledonia High School Class of 2003 Overnight Celebration Fundraiser March 8, 2003. 7:00-12:00 pm ($2.00 admission) Caledonia Amencan Legion Post *305 Raffle Tickets: $5 each, 5/$20 1st Pnze Leisure Life Limited Canoe, donated by Bob Pike 2nd Pnze: Ladies’ Watch donated by Swterenga Jewelers 3rd Pnze DVD Player donated by Dr. Eric Hannapei. D.D.S. You need not be present at Casino Night to win. Raffle fcanse •A6894T. fingo keens* M02043 Questions? Call the CHS Office at 891.8129 (ask for Mary Jo) The senior parents thank you for your support! Lizbith Runals, daughter of Andrew and Robin Runals of Middleville, made the dean’s list this past fall at Spring Arbor University near Jackson. Runals is a senior at Springs Arbor. She is ma­ joring in English. The dean's list recognizes full-time Spring Arbor stu­ dents who have recieved a grade point a\ erage of 3.5 or higher for the semester on a 4.0 scale. Part-time students must recicve a 3.5 GPA for the semester and carry a cu­ mulative 3.5 GPA. Spring Arbor University is a private, four-year Chris­ tian liberal arts university located eight miles west of Jackson. Mich. With a total enrollment of over 3.400 the University is affiliated with the Free Methodist Church of North America. Looking for a fabulous, affordable vacation getaway? Start packing. Now's a great time to take the best of al vacations a 3.4,5,7 day or longer Carnival “Fun Ship." cruise vacation to The Bahamas. Caribbean. Mexican Riviera. Canada. Alaska, Hawaii or the Panama Canal. Aboard ship, youl enjoy fun activities. fabulous meals, the Nauoca Spa* program, lavish Vegas-styie shows, a friend­ ly casino and all the pampering service Carnival is famous for. 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Ml 49316 (Corner of Kraft & Broadmoor) 554-0311 www premterttovelnc com ($7 50-J518C) MT aoaoorw per & �Page 4/The Sun and News, Middleville, Ml/February 25, 2003 TAEF looking for outstanding nominations There is still time local people to submit a nomina­ tion io the annual Thornap­ ple Area Enrichment Foun­ dation's search for an out­ standing area citizen, for contributions toward the bet­ terment of the community. This year the TAEF is in­ viting the community to be­ come an active part in the selection of an outstanding citizen or civic group. To enter a nominate for this year's outstanding citi­ zen or civic group, write to the Rev. Wayne Kiel. Thor­ napple Area Enrichment Foundation. P.O. Box 164. Middleville. MI 49333. The letter should contain: Name and biographical sketch, why this person is worthy, what they do or have done or any other infor­ mation that highlights the impact on othecommunity. The dead line for this nomi­ nation is March 7. The purpose of the TAFF is to enhance and enrich the quality of life in the Thomapple area by acting as a leader and catalyst in evolv­ ing needs of the community. rhe foundation does this by building a financial course for grant and scholarship seekers by investing gifts, memorials and bequests from all walks of life. Qfaintd t LOCAL CHURCH DIRECTORY AIASKA BAPTIST CHURCH A Living Church - Serting a Liling Lord Morning Worship 9:30 a m Fellowship Time........................... 10:35 a m. Sunday Sch<x>l ........................10:50 a m. Evening Praise................................ 6:00 p m WEDNESDAY Family Night 6 30 p m. 7240 68th Street, SE - Caledonia 2 miles east of M-37 Pastor. Dr. Brian F. Harrison Youth Pastor Kevin Stiles . faugh COMMUNITY CHURCH a place to belong a place to become (Contemporary, Casual, Non-denominational) Sunday Morning Worship 9:30 & 11:00 a m. Youth Ministry.............................................. 891-0576 Now meeting In our new building at 8175 Broadmoor! Hex Michael Stowell, Isad Pastor Joe Cipcic. Worship Leader Denny Bounut. Youth Pastor Church Office 616-891-0287 Visit our web site www.bnghtside org_____ CALEDONIA CHRISTIAN REFORMED CHURCH FIRST BAPTIST CHURCH OF M1DDI.FVII.I.F M-37, north of hOdcttevifie • 795-9726 Bruce N. Stewart. Senior Pastor Tun A. Vine. Asst. Pastor Youth Douglas G. Beason. Visitation Pastor Gary Weaver. Music Minister Pastor David Stewart, CE ■ Children s Pastor Sunday School ......................... 9:45 a m. Sunday Morning Worship Service . 11 r<X) a m Sunday Evening Service . 6-00 p.m. Wednesday Mid Week Prayer 6:45 pm Word of Life Clubs.......... . . 6:45 p.m. MIDDLEVILLE CHRISTIAN REFORMED 708 W. Main Street Morning Worship Service Sunday School Evening Worship Service 10:00 a m. 11:15 a.m. 6:00 p.m. YOU ARE INVITED Rev. Tom DeVries, Pastor - 795-9901 Middleville Good Shepherd Wesleyan Church Lutheran Church 1664 N. M-37 Highway Youth Group:............................. 6:00 p.m. Sunday Midweek 7:00 p.m. Wed. 9:30 a.m. Thurs Ret E. Anthony Sikora Church: (616) 795-2391 GRACE UNITED REFORMED CHURCH ew Life RISTIAN CHURCH Proclaiming the Whole Counsel of Cod Sunday Worship ............................ 9:30 a.m. and 6:00 p.m. (Child & Adult) (During the School Year) Services at 9:30 a m. and 6 p.m. 3449 - 76th St. S.E., Caledonia 698-9660 Rev. R. Scott Greenway, Pastor Keith Stulp, Youth Director Al Tiemeyer, Community Calling 9255 84th Street, Alto, Ml 49302 One mile east ofWhitneyville Rd A Church for today’s world Spirit-filled family Church. Church Office: (616) 891-1512 M-37 at 100th St. Rev P Adams Phone 891-8440 Sunday School for ages 3 yr. thru 6th grade: Sr. High, Sun. 6:30 pm Jr. High, Sun. 6:30 pm GUN LAKE COMMUNITY CHURCH ®lti {Eime tSletljobist CljurcI) 12200 West M-179 Highway (Chief Noondav Road) Wayland. Ml 49348 • 795-7903 Kraft Avenue at Johnson Street Meeting you, your friends, and your family — right where you ’re at - through: Rev. Dave LeBlanc, Pastor Phone 891-9259 Relevant Messages Dynamic MusicQuality Child Care and Programs Saturday Evening Mass ... .5:00 p.m. Sunday Mass . .9:00 a.m. & 11:00 a.m. 5590 Whitneyville Ave., S.E. Alto, Ml 49302 Worship Hours: 9:00 am and 10.30 a_m. Rev. Royle Bailard, Pastor Phone 868-6437 Commimitv of’ M-37 bet teen Middleville & Caledonia CHRISTIAN REFORMED Sunday Worship: 8:30 a.m. Traditional 11 a.m. Contemporary 6 p.m. Praise/Bible Study Community Churcn A Place for Family & Friends 6201 WhitnevMlk Avenue. Alto Contemporary Worship 9 30 a m Sunday School for Ail Ages 1045 am Evening Worship 600 pm Pastor Roger Buttman • Church Office: 868-0391 wwu lakesidecxmununity org Located in Leighton Township Corner of 2nd Street and 142nd Avenue Sunday Muraoyg Vcrdnp Church School. Sunday 9 45 am AJO am Tradcrmi IL15 am Contemporary Praise Singing 10.50 am Sunday School for Afl Ago 1/00 am Morning Worship 1100 am Wed Fellowship 7.30 pm. Sunday Evening Service FW Fnendb Pre-xr*«.i-xh 500pm 630 p.m Aduk Babie Study Pastor EG. Frizzell Church Ph. 616-868-6810 • Pastor's Ph. 616-897-6740 + St. Paul Lutheran Church Missouri Synod Comer of 84th St and Kraft in Caledonia 1 mile west of M-37 Traditional Service 8:30 AM Acoustic Praise 8r Worship Service 1100 AM Sunday School 8r Adult Bible Studq 9:45 AM Mid-Week at the Oasis - Wed. 6:30 PM Informal mid-week acoustic Praise and Worship service All Services have a Nurse rq available • Barner Free Pastor Robert Gerke • Pastor David Ziehr Office Phone 89\-8688 New' Check out our new web site SS. CYRIL and METHODIUS CATHOLIC CHURCH Sunday Morning Mass: 9:30 a.m. 792-2889 THORNAPPLE BIBLE CHURCH Preaching the Living Word Serving The Risen Lord Sunday School ........................ 9.30 a.m. Sunday Morning Worship .10:30 a.m. (Jr. Church & Nursery available.) (Currently meeting at: Emmons Lake Elementary 8950 Kraft SE, Caledonia Rev. Dennis Ross Church: (616) 868-7425 UNITED METHODIST CHURCHES Middleville - Parmelee 9,30 a m Middleville Morning Worship Sunday School (Adults) Nursery - Gode 5 Grades 6-8 Sunday Evenngs Grades 9-12 Sunday Evenings Grades 6-12 Wednesday Evemngs 1100 a m. 9 45 a m. 1100 a m 5 00-6 15 p m 6 30-8 00 p m 600-730 p.m Rev Lee Zachman Church Office Phone - 795-9266 COMMUNITY Lakeside Leighton Church ALASKA CONGREGATION 8146 68th St near WhitneyvMte Ave Wednesday 6:00 P.M. Evening Prayer phone 795-2370 or 948-9327 Vicar ~ Rev. David T. Huetwick WAYFARER^ 2St Vine Street (M-37 to Emmons to Vine) Re* Noonan Kohns • (616) 891 8167 Church Office 616-891 -8669 Fax 891-8048 w w w caledoniaumc org I’iclxcl 11:00 A.M. Holy Communion Parmelee Morning Worship Sunday School... 10:00 am. Morning Worship... 11:00 am. Evening Worship...6:00 p.m. Wednesday Prayer Meeting...7:00 p.m. A CALEDONIA f UNITED METHODIST Worship Sen ices 8 30 a m and 11 00 a_m Sunday School 9 45 a m Coffee Fellowship . 10.30 a m (Nursery available throughout! Sunday Service Times 9:15 A.M. Morning Prayer iHoiy Communion 2nd Sunday! Middleville. Ml 49333 • 945-1555 908 W. Main Street Located near the corner of M-37 and McCann 150 131st Ave . Wayland, Ml 49348 (Missouri Synod) Ser sice Times: 3/4 mile west of Patterson Rd Worship..................................................9:30a.m.Sunday School................................................... 9:45a.m. (northwest of Gun Laket Sunday School......................... 1 TOO a.m. Morning Worship.................................... 11:00 a.m. Sat. Evening Mass 5:00 p.m. (thru Sept.) Adult Bible Class............... 11:00 a.m. Evening Worship.............................................. 6:00p.m. “A Church with a caring heart for our community and the world” Sunday. March 2 - "Preparing for Darkness” 2415 McCann Rd. (In Irving) www.StPaulCaledonia.org________ 10 AM Sunday Morning CALEDONIA HOLY FAMILY CATHOLIC CHURCH . 4fatt/uaA Wednesdn o pm UT TOVXSESa Fanor • X0SMAS EVOML tana tanr *028 • r-nuil lrighKm4tsnv.nct CHURCH Res. Dr. Jack Doorlag. Interim Minister Finding the Way Together! An informal, contemporary church committed to our community. Sunday Worship is at 10:00am in Caledonia Middle School’s cafeteria. Everyone is welcome! Nursen & children’s activities during all services For more information: (616) 891 -8119 ________ » www .peaccchurch cc Pastor: Rev. Josh Blunt Contact our Dutton office at (616) 65-65-WAY Check our web site www.wavfgrercc.ore Redeemer Covenant Church WHITNEYVILLE —Lighting Up Lives for Cod— Sunday Worship 9:30 am « Christian Education j Hour 11:00 am ' fl Wednesday - Family Night 5:45-8:00 pm Paster Paul M. Hillman Youth Pastor David Erikson 6951 Hanna Lake Avenoe. Catedonu 61^698-8001 rtdetmettfisen.ntt wwwredeemeri.oifrunt.org A mtmhtr the bungrlkd Cammmt Chudes dAnmj Bible Church 8546 Whitneyville Ave of 84fh St • 891-8661 "The Church where everybody is somebody... and Jesus is Lord" Meeting at Caledonia High School >-ndoy School 930 am. >xday Morning Worshp 10.30 am. •Zeevg at cnapei on Whrtneyv*e A/e L-J-KJC, evening Worshp 600pm Wed ‘Adweek Prater & &be Study 700 p.m. <e. 7,00X8 s>^ Pqpoc . y Assoc Pastor Weo$*e wnitneyv^eoce cxg �The Sun and News. Middleville. Ml/Fetxuary 25. 2003/Page 19 Scot spikers Sth after Gold finale The Fighting Scot varsity vojleyball squad fell a spot in the final O-K Gold stand­ ings with an eighth place finish at the conference tour­ nament hosted by South Christian on Saturday. Wayland leap-frogged the Scots, who entered the day as the seventh seed. Caledonia was 0-3 on the day, with a 15-13, 15-3 loss to Wyoming Park to end the day. “It was another close match,” said Scot Coach Mark Johnson. “The girls were a little down after the 15-13 game. Their hear really wasn’t into it in the second game.” The Scots started the day with a tough loss to Cedar Springs. “We didn’t start too well. We came out flat and unemotional,” said Johnson, “and Cedar Springs was ready.” The Scots fell in that opening contest 15-5, 15-6. In the second game of the day. Caledonia lost a tough three game match to Sparta, 15-8, 8-15, 15-13. “We fi­ nally started hitting,” said Johnson. But his young team made some bad decisions once crunch time rolled around in the third game. "Young teams are going to do that.” Crystal Rabley led the Scots on the day with 15 kills in the three matches. Brooke Ziesemer had 43 as­ sists from her setter position. Janine Wilson was the Scots top server with 11 aces on the day. six against Sparta. But the contest against Sparta was the worst the team served all day. “Cer­ tainly, if we’d served better as a team we would have beaten Sparta.” The rest of the Scots served about 75percent in the contest. This week Wednesday the Scots have a pair of matches at Hamilton. Against Otsego and then Allegan, as they prepare for Districts on Sat­ urday. The Scots get the winner of Lakewood and Charlot­ te’s first round match in the semifinals. They’ll have a tough time preparing as six players will miss practice time this week because of school activities. “I hate the timing of it,” says Johnson. “It’s hard to get focused. But we’ve played 44 matches, so, there’s nothing at districts we haven’t al­ ready seen. Lakewood is beatable this year. It’s not a dream to beat them this year. It’s actually possible.” Advertisement Little Known Secret In Barry County BY DAVID STOWERS Many people in Barry County have no idea that there is a small company in the area called Netpenny.net. 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Delivery available, (517)852-0115 or (269)945-0000. WREN & BLUEBIRD HOUSES: $5 each; Bat hous­ es, $7; bird feeders, $20. 11235 Garbow Rd., Middle­ ville. (616)891-7294 Garage Sale 2 FREE GARAGE SALE signs with your ad that runs in any of our papers. Get them at J-Ad Graphics, 1351 N. M-43 Hwy., Hastings. At the front counter. CUSTOMER SERVICE/ GENERAL HELP WANT­ ED: qualify for $1,000 pro­ duction bonus, average $500 a week to start. Due to a large increase in business, lo­ cal company must expand operations and fill 13 full time permanent positions. Since there are several posi­ tions to fill, the company will train the inexperienced. Job descriptions, hours, pay scales, profit sharing, etc. will be discussed at a one on one interview. No 3rd shift! For appointment call 616243-9132 10am-3pm. FACTOR\ PACKAGING/L INE PRODUCTION - to $14/Hr. + pkg., (2) shifts, major plants. (616)949-2424 lobline Fee. FOOD BEVERAGE SALES Distributor - to $41,600/yr., ♦ benefits pkg., company ve­ hicle. 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FOR SALE BY OWNER: Village of Middleville - 605 Bernard. 3 Bedrooms with wood floors, 2 baths, 2352sq. ft., tri-level w/unfinished 4th level, family room with fireplace, A/C, in-ground heated pool, large comer lot on nice cul-de-sac. This house has lots of extras, $149,000/offer Call for de tails, (269)795-8828 or (616)893-6098 Reach over 11,000 area homes with an ad in the Sun & News. Call 945-9554 to place your ad. COME SEE OUR g NEW MENU ITEMS’ Wednesday is All-You-Can-Eat Fish nd Thursday is All-You-Can-Eat Shrimp steamed in beer! ’lus, we’ve added new nightly specials! E (from 5 p.m. to 8:30-9 p.m.) londay is Burrito Night! $1 lM-two burritos Tuesday is All-You-Can-Eat Snow Crab Clusters Middle Villa Inn °"n“rt3h7,r 891-1287 or 795-3640 Middleville ‘Hastings Country C^b �Page 20/The Sun and News. Middleville. Ml/Fetxuary 25, 2003 TK eagers need new ending to same old story “We fell behind early. Made a couple of great runs. Didn’t quite catch up. and lost another close ball game." Those 20 words from Trojan varsity boys’ basket­ ball Coach Kurt Holzhueter not only sum up last Friday mght’s 63-57 loss to Rogers, but much of the season for the boys in orange and black. “We fell behind early. " Friday was senior night, and parents night, in the TK gym and Holzhueter said his senior starting lineup was ready to play, but “before we could hardly turn around it was ten - zip Rogers.” The Golden Hawks held that advantage through the Brett Knight (54) had an 18-point night against Rogers last Friday, but the Trojans still suffered their third straight defeat. (Photo by Perry Hardin) TplOkiar . .... .. »«*«»•• Jon Raymond Owner/ Manager __ 616-795-3550 500 Arlington Street (M-37) ■ Middleville Formerly Tires-Plus Monday - Thursday 8-6; Friday 8-5; Saturday 8-2 Trojan Jon Yeazel rose above all the other scorers on the floor to pour in 21 points in TK’s lost last Friday night. (Photo by Perry Hardin) iV 9^ (front and rear) NAPA Premium Brakes R > > J’/J’z-frz9/9/ 9/ 9/ 91 >>9/9/9/9/9/9/ 9/ 9/ 9V999/9/9/9/9/9/ 9/ 9/ 9fWi/9/9/9<. ’25 “ Off Complete Tune Up r $■■00 4NAPA> z*srr ‘5.“ Off on any premium oil change 15.- Off w / Rotate see Todd our certified alignment specialist Interstate Batteries on SALE now FREE CAR LOANERS AVAILABLE coop&r 4 -WJ remainder of the first half. “Made a couple of great runs.” “We came out and really played well in the third quarter,” said Holzhueter. TK tied things up in the third quarter, but allowed the Golden Hawks to bump their lead back up to seven by the end of the period. Twice, late in the fourth quarter the Trojans had the Rogers’ lead down to twopoints with the ball. “Didn’t quite catch up, and lost another close ball game. ” Jon Yeazel led TK with 21-points on the night, but was called for a charge on one of the Trojan posses­ sions down two late. “We called a time out to run a play and didn’t exe­ cute that play either, and ended up taking an off bal­ ance shot on the baseline that didn’t go,” said Holzhueter. “Then we called time-outs to remind the guys not to foul their best player, and we proceeded to foul him twice and he made all four of his free throws. So, our execution there at the end was what really cost us.” Brett Knight had a strong game for the Trojans pour­ ing in 18 points, including four three’s. In their final home floor contests, Justin VanSpronsen had six points, while Kyle Holst and Bobby Roush each finished with five. “I think we played with a lot of heart, a lot of emotion, and played really hard, but we did not play real intelli­ gently,” said Holzhueter. Michael Perry poured in 21 points for Rogers. The loss bumped the Tro­ jans down to a fourth place tie in the O-K Blue with By­ ron Center at 6-7. Calvin Christian remains unde­ feated in the league. Coopersville and Rogers are tied for second at 8-5 in league play. Overall this season the Trojans are 8-11, and have one game remaining on the schedule before tournament time, Friday at Godwin. The district draw took place Monday night. The Trojans will head to Delton for districts. There they’ll be joined by the host Panthers, Allegan, Hastings, and Lakewood. TK senior Justin VanSpronsen finished off his last home game with six points as the Trojans dropped a conference contest to Rogers on Friday. (Photo by Perry Hardin) � https://barrycountyhistoryportal.org/files/original/25/713/SunandNews_2003-03-04.pdf 46cc23fa414b1c5d69987a065fddc153 PDF Text Text HASTINGS PUBLIC LIBRARY Your Hometown Newspaper Sen/ing Middleville and Caledonia Areas 132nd year Middleville. Michigan 49333 No. 10/March 4, 2003 Miss Barry County applications available by Patricia Johns Staff Writer Applications for this year’s Miss Barry County Scholarship Pageant arc now available. Producer Cheryl Peters announces that girls 17-24 years of age who live or work in Barry County are eligible for the pageant. The competition includes swimwear, evening gown. talent and interview seg­ ments. The pageant is affili­ ated with the Miss America program. The winner of the local pageant goes on to compete in the Miss Michi- Band Boosters plan October craft show Il may seem a little early bul the members of the Thornapplc Kellogg High School Band Boosters want to notify local artists and ar­ tisans that the annual craft show will be held on Satur- day, Oct. 18 from 9 a.m. to 3 Band Boosters, 1424 Fair­ view Drive, Hastings, p.m. at the high school. Those interested in selling Michigan 49058. Information is also avail­ their crafts at the show can call 945-1461 for more in­ able at tkbandboosters@hotformation or mail a self-ad­ mail.com. dressed envelope to TK gan Scholarship pageant in 2004. Last year the local pag­ eant awarded more than $2000 in scholarships. The pageant will be held at the Thornapple Kellogg High School on July 12. A pizza sale is now going on to help fund the scholar­ ships. To order pizza or to make a direct donation to the scholarship fund call Pe­ ters at 269-795-0051. Applications and informa­ tion about the pageant are available by calling Peters or Executive Director Kelli Leep at 269-795-5337. TK Players are in tune for ‘HONK’ by Patricia Johns Staff Writer The TK Players will pre­ sent the new musical •HONK’’ at 7:30 p.m. Thursday, Friday and Satur­ day, March 13, 14 and 15. in the Thornapple Kellogg High School auditorium. “HONK," written in 1998 by George Stiles and An­ thony Drewe. is quickly gaining popularity. It is a musical comedy based on the story of the ugly duck­ ling, whose odd. gawky looks instantly incite preju­ dice from his family and neighbors. Separated from the farm and pursued by a hungry cat. Ugly must find his way home. During his rollicking and harrow ing journey he finds love and acceptance and dis­ covers his true beauty and strength. It is possible to knit and sing. Here the cast prepares “Blizzard’ under the direc­ tion of Ray Rickert. Songs fill this production with all 45 of the actors singing throughout the show. From "Different,” “Hold Your Head up High.” and “Look at Him” to the icy tones of “The Blizzard” the singers evoke all the moods of this musical. Ashley Ballard has the lead as Ugly, the gawky and odd looking good swimmer. Ugly’s mother Ida is played by Katie Bedrick, with her friend Maureen played by Maegan McKee. Luke Rosenberg is defi­ nitely lean and hungry as Cat both sly and cunning. Ugly’s father, the Drake is played by Alex Robinson. Dwain Reynolds is the epit­ ome of laid back in his por­ trayal of Bullfrog. Holly Smith and Carolyn Ehmry are the delightful and domesticated cats, Lowbutt and Queenie. Laura Weingartz is the quite beautiful swan, Penny. Jordan Chavis makes a most superior Admiral Goose and See ‘HONK,’page 2 Miss Middleville Barry County 2001 (standing) Nikki Schiedel helped crown Miss Barry County 2002 Andrea Orlov Bucher. Applications are now available for Miss Barry County 2003 and are due April 15. Deadline April 1 to buy Reclaimed Spirit bricks As soon as the snow melts, walkers and other visitors to the “Reclaimed Spirit” sculpture on Main Street near the site of the former Thornapple Kellogg Middle School will be seen staring at their feet as they read the names in the brick river. Bricks are still available to be purchased and en­ graved with a name or brief message. The bricks are $25 each and can contain up to three lines of 13 characters each. The district is making a map of the bricks so that everyone can find their own brick when they go to visit the sculpture. The sculpture was built to honor those who had at­ tended the W.K. Kellogg school building from 1931 until the construction of the new middle school. The sculpture includes a brick base using bricks from the building capped with a sculpture of the building. It was designed by local artist Don Williamson. For an order form or in­ formation call the admini­ stration building at 7953313 or stop by during business hours from 8 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. Bricks will be installed this spring. In This Issue ‘America & Me’ essay contest winners named at CMS Middleville council backs building budget Sale of Alaska Hall still being discussed TK School Board gets update on state budget Trie cast “Honk* trie TKHS spring musical �Page 2/The Sun and News. Middleville. Ml/March 4, 2003 Caledonia Community Players will present ‘The Frog Prince’ by Cathy L. Rueter Staff Writer Frogs? Witches? Snakes? Yuk! Not if you’re part of “The Frog Prince” performance by the Caledonia Commu­ nity Players coming up Sat­ urday, March 8. “The Frog Prince” is based on the tale by the Brothers Grimm and written by Drmaid J. Leonard, Jr. This particular version of the age-old talc, with music and lyrics by David Reiser, combines song, dance and comedy. There’s a prince who’s been turned into a frog by an evil witch as well as a prin­ cess no one can understand because she’s also under a witch's spell. Combine them with three singing frogs, a pet snake with a craving for frogs, a solemn king and a silly court jester and you have the makings of a fun evening. CCP’s version of the play includes a lively cast of characters. Amy Hooyer plays Euripides. Lindsey Woodcock is Princess Pan­ dora. Prince Eric and Eric the Frog are played by Justin Pitt, Cricket is played by Emily Martinez and Jumper is played by Gencllc Schedlbaucr. Brenda VanderArk plays Auntie Drizelda. Queen Glum is Pam Shank, the court jester is Jayne Werner and Laura Shank plays a dual role of courtier -sfteai* ►HAIR DESIGNERS OPEN 6 DAYS a Week Evenings Always Available LNow open late VMONDAY, WEDNESDAY, . THURSDAY (next to Phil'i Pina) < all 795-7719 For Your Appointment! MILLER MEANSMiddleville & Gun Lake Area Office 317 Arlington. Middleville, Ml Miller REAL ESTATE Dianne Fekipaiisch 795-7272 Debbie Erway 623-8357 Karen Brown 795-9331 Craig Stolsonburg gri 795-4470 *** SOLD! Hastings Office 149 W. State Street. Hastings. MI Larry Allerding <xs. Kav Stolsonburg Jral___ Alaina Haseldcn is his very understanding wife. Dot. Jared McDuffee is appro­ priately obsequious as the TV presenter. Jay Bird. Beth Beard is the most distinguished duck on the lake. Grace. (269)945-5182 (269)795-3305 GRI.CRS. BrxUr* Sale* Man-igtt.......................... The Caledonia Community Players presents "The Frog Prince," a play by Don­ ald J. Leonard Jr., based on the fairy tale by the Brothers Grimm, (from left, clock­ wise) Amy Hooyer as Euripides, Emily Martinez as Cricket. Brenda VanderArk as Auntie Drizelda, Lindsey Woodcock as Princess Pandora, Pam Shank as Queen Glum, Laura Shank as a courtier (she is also the puppeteer for the giant snake). Justin Pitt as Prince Eric/Eric the Frog and Jayne Werner as Jester Genelie Schedlbauer as Jumper was not available for the photo HONK, continued from page 1 Call today for Appointments! 122 E. Main St., Middleville and the puppeteer for the gi­ ant snake. The play is directed by Steve VanderArk and pro­ duced by Sherry Crawford. Technical director is Tom Kacchele. makeup is by Darlene Good, costumes by Amy Hooyer. accompani­ ment is by David Cole and props are by Brenda Van­ derArk. The CCP show is sched­ uled for 7 p.m. Saturday in the Caledonia High School Performing Arts Center. Tickets are $3.50 each with reserved seating tickets available at the Caledonia Resource Center. General admission tickets are also $3.50 at the door. For further information about the performance or for ticket in format ion/purchase, call the Caledonia Resource Center at 891-8117 week­ days. 'Hllllllll"' Mike Humphreys, crs. gri Mark Hewitt gri Larry Hayes Jean Chase crs gri Ron Lewis Nicole Mills Bill Slagstad Looking For A Home? Be Sure To visit Our user Friendly web Site At MnMiM.millerrealestate.net FOR MORE MIDDLEVILLE. GUN LAKE AND CALEDONIA AREA PROPERTIES. PLEASE SEE OUR ADS ON PAGE 2 OF THE REMINDER. IN THE GRAND RAPIDS PRESS. THE HOMES DIGEST ANDTHEPENASEE GLOBE. Snowy, Barnacles and Pinkfoot (Michelle Nesbitt. Lacey Patterson and Kyla Sisson) take their place in Greylag’s flock. The school headmaster, Turkey, is played by Nick Turnes, the neighbor Henri­ etta is played by Jessica Gias. The assorted ducklings and froglets are played by Danielle Crawford, Lori Ann DeWitt, Amy Tinker and Whitney Marlin. The members of the cho­ rus are Amanda Fisk, Elise Nyland, Caitlin Adams, Emily Cook, Angela Boersma, Nicole Crisher, Alysia Kowalczyk, Michelle Crawford, Rebecca Du- Eighth grade orientation set for March 19 The staff at Thornapple Kellogg High School will be presenting an eighth grade orientation evening for stu­ dents and the parents on Wednesday, March 19 be­ ginning at 7 p.m. in the high school auditorium. The main objective of this evening is to assist students and parents with the transi­ tion from middle school to high school. The agenda includes re­ marks by principal Ellen Zack and an opportunity for parents to speak with teach­ ers and counselors. There will also be tours of the building. As an incentive the Jostens Ring Company repre­ sentative Mark Bussell has provided a certificate for the base cost of a ninth grade class ring to be given to one lucky student. Only parents/guardians who at­ tend the meeting will be eli­ gible to win for their stu­ dent. fresne. Melody Welton. Kirsten VanDerMcer, Stevi Merrill. Jason Morley. Matt Morley. Tisha Smith, Hil­ lary Welton, Nicole Lukas, Robbi Blain, Melissa Olsen. Sarah Hawkins. Jessica Griffith, Emily Vandergeld and Heather Betit. This year’s student assistant/stage manager is Beth­ any Nelson. Director Tricia Rickert and music director Ray Rickert said they are excited about putting on a musical which won the 2(XX) Olivier Award which is the equiva­ lent of the Tony award for best new musical in London This is a musical whose charm, humor and message * of tolerance is perfect for a family audience. Tickets arc $4 each and are on sale now. Tickets may be reserved in advance by completing a ticket reser­ vation form and returning it to the TKHS main office. Ticket reservation forms arc available in every TK school building and from the ad­ ministration building. Forms also can be printed directly from the TK Web. There is a link to HONK" from the TKHS home page at www.tk.kl2.mi.us. J Rib Roast Dinner Saturday, March 8 • 5-7 p.m. it Bowse Center United Methodist Church Comer of HI th and M SO . Prices: Adults *7.00 Children '3.SO a Caledonia Sportsman Club Breakfast Sunday, March 9th 9:00 a.m.-11:50 a.m. Adults $4.50 Children under 12 $2.25 Coldwater Creek Road, just south of 100th Street (616) 891-1168 FOR INFORMATION �The Sun and News. Middleville. Ml/March 4. 2003/Page 3 Antique appraisal raises funds for Freeport Historical Society by Helen Mudry Staff Writer Freeport’s Community Center was transformed into the “Antique Road Show” last Saturday. Dozens of people came with their priceless antiques to see if their heirloom was actually as priceless as they thought. Glen Rairigh from Americana Auctions was the expert moderator. He has an office in Sunfield, 800-9191950. For $5 an item, people took turns presenting their “treasure” to Rairigh for evaluation. Some of the items had been handed down several generations, some had been purchased at garage sales or at estate auctions. Rairigh told the audience what to look for and what to look out for He said the profession of evaluating an­ tiques is not licensed in Michigan. That leaves the field open to nefarious char­ acters. He said he has known some, “I don’t want to live next to, 1 don’t want to loan my tools to and I don’t want them to date my daughter.” The antiques included pictures. furniture and vases. Beverly Rider brought the menu board from her grand­ mother Elsie Brock’s restau­ rant “Ma Brock's” in Wood­ land. She said she thought the restaurant operated in the 1950s in the building just north of the post office. According to the menu, a roast beef dinner was 80c, drinks were 7c and an ice cream soda was 20e Dorothy Kelley brought in a cameo dark-cut vase. She said she paid $3.50 for it at an estate sale. Rairigh said it was a reproduction. An original would be $2,000. but the reproduction was $200. He warned the audience when the prices of art work go up. the reproductions be­ come more common. Often the reproductions are so well made that only experts can tell an original from a repro­ duction. And if you want the look and are not worried about the authenticity, a re­ production works well. Sue Trutsch and her daughter. Katy Hudson, brought a small table and a blue oil lamp. Hudson said the lamp was owned by her great-great-great grandpar­ ents. Frederick and Mary Merritt. Money raised from the appraisal fair benefited the Freeport Historical Society. DINNER’S PHONE 2OS1 HERALD ECUS9C DRUGGIST* TK SCHOOL LUNCH MENUS Caledonia Community Players Proudly present a musical by Donald J. Leonard, Jr. Music & Lyrics by David Reiser z Prince based on the tale by The Brothers Grimm Saturday, March 8,2003, 7:00 p.m. At the Caledonia High School Performing Arts Center General admission tickets S3.50 at the door Reserved seat tickets available at The Caledonia Resource Center, or call 891-8117 BOUEV NAM ___ __ CHICK tN . . Hr FORK CHOWS. » I SFfNCK STUK 90> SANDWICHES mo . SllO uXa. JWSSSeTzTb , /PICK’S QKILLtO ««.** RAM..............*•’ MAM* EGGRR00H * __________ HAMBURGER 2S'CHtf$fMaML» M BRINKS g*? KOADSWVtCf > y ■yyyj.** MOHt - 3 2 5 Beverly Rider brings a menu board from her grandmother tlsie Brock s restau­ rant “Ma Brock’s” in Woodland. The restaurant was in a building just north of the post office. She thought the restaurant operated in the 1950s. According to the menu board a roast beef dinner was 80c. drinks were 7c and an ice cream soda was 20c. WMU dean’s list includes 24 students from area Twenty-four local stu­ Cindi Farrow, elementary dents were named to the group minors. • Jennifer L. Blaukamp of dean's list for the fall semes­ ter at Western Michigan Alto, daughter of Larry and Debbie Blaukamp. elemen­ University. To be eligible, each stu­ tary group minors. • Jeffrey Foster of Alto, dent must earn at least a 3.5 grade point average on a 4.0 materials engineering. • Amy C. Hutchinson of scale. The students, their home­ Alto, daughter of Bruce and towns. parents (where made Mary Hutchinson. English. • Jaclyn K. Shurmack of available) and major fields Alto, daughter of James and of study were: • Jason J. Bishop of Alto, Linda Shurmack, English. • Jaclyn C. Yonker of son of Kimble Bishop and Alto, daughter of David and Marcia Yonker, family stud­ ies. • Amy L. Batholomew of Caledonia, daughter of Tho­ mas and Donna Batholo­ mew. family and consumer sciences, pre-health educa­ Wednesday, March 5 tion. Two taco in soft shells or • Justin R. Davis of Cale­ fish sticks, com pineapple, donia, son of Ken and Cindy milk. Davis, economics. Thursday, March 6 • Wendy Dohm of Cale­ Pizza or com dog. carrots, donia, electrical engineer­ orange, milk. ing. Friday, March 7 • Sara J. Doyle of Caledo­ 1/2 day no lunch served. nia, daughter of Paul and Monday. March 10 Celeste Doyle, history. Chicken nuggets or • Cara M. Hedstrom of cheeseburger on a bun. com. Caledonia, daughter of mixed fruit, milk. James and Suzanne Hed­ Tuesday, March 11 strom, industrial design. Chili w/pretzel or chicken • Brett J. McGovern of on a un. celery w/peanut but­ Caledonia, son of Gregory ter, trail mixes, milk. and Rhonda McGovern, fi- FARM BVREAU SERVICE, INC. nance. • Ewa J. Radzikowska of Caledonia, daughter of An­ drew and Bozena Radzikowska, computer in­ formation systems. • Terrece Walker of Cale­ donia, organizational com­ munications. • Dale H. Wicks of Cale­ donia. son of Don and Terrie American Legion Post Caledonia Food Events for March All events start at 5:30 p.m. • Public Welcome Fish FfV March 14th: Fish Fry March mh: St. Patrick's Corned Beef Dinner See dean’s list, page 8 March 7th: 616-891-1882 War, Terrorism and Your Investments Edward Jones is pleased to welcome highly-decorated, four-star Army General Barry McCaffrey (retired) for an in-depth conversation on war and terrorism. Please join us as General McCaffrey and our panel of financial experts explore: ■ What’s next for America’s military forces? I Our nation’s progress toward homeland security I Should war impact your investment decisions? This free one-hour program is part of the Edward Jones “Face to Face” investor-education series. To reserve your seat or for more information, please call or stop by today. Tuesday, March 11, 2003 11:30 a.m. and 6:30 p.m. at Edward Jones Caledonia office Seating Limited Call for RSVP Drew McFadden investment Representative 9185 Cherry Valley Ave SE Suite E Caledonia. Ml 49316 Bus. 616891 1173 Toll Free 866-891 1173 www edwardjones .com Edwardjones Serving Individual Investor! Since 1871 Visit CCP online at www.caledoniaplayers.org �Page 4/The Sun and News, Middleville. Ml/March 4, 2003 Middleville woman earns Calvin degree Mindy L. Worst, graduate graduated last fall and earned a spot on the dean’s list at Calvin College. Worst earned a bachelor’s degree, majoring in elemen­ tary education. Her minors were in Spanish and art. She recently received her teaching certification and is now eli­ gible to begin her job search. Worst completed her in­ ternship this past fall at Swift Elementary in Chi­ cago. This was a particularly challenging role, because the majority of students' and parents’ primary language was Spanish. She received excellent ratings in all cate­ gories from her supervisors. Besides her academic achievements, she also achieved athletic achieve­ ment in her role as a mem­ ber of Calvin College women's track team and was a four-time All-Arncrican She was a member of the women’s four-by-400-meter relay team, which was the NIAA champion during the years of 1999-2(M)1. During the 2002 season, her relay LOCAL CHURCH DIRECTORY ALASKA BAPTIST CHURCH A Liting Church - Serting a Idling bird 9 50 a.m. 10:35a.m. Morning Worship Fellowship Time Sunday School Evening Praise WEDNESDAY .10:50 a m 6:00p.m l-.imily Night 6 .50 p m . 7240 GXih Street, SE - Caledonia 2 miles cast of M 57 Pastor. Dr Hnaii F Harrison Youth Pastor Kctiii Stiles C 0 M U U « I a place to belong r I CHURCH a place to become (C ontemporary. C asual, Non-denominational) Sunday Morning Worship Youth Ministry 930 8 11 00 a m 891-0576 Mow meeting In our new building at 1175 Broadmoor1 Res Mu hue! Stowell. lead Pastor Joe Cipcit. Wor ship Ij tidfi Denns Houma. Youth Pastor Chunh O//«r 6/6 W/ O2X7 _______Visit our web s<le www brighty.de cxg______ CALEDONIA CHRISTIAN REFORMED CHURCH "4 Chun h with a curing heart for our community anti the world" Sunday Worship .9:30 a.m. and 6:00 p.m (Child & Adult) (During the School Year) Rev. R. Scott Greenway, Pastor Keith Slulp, Youth Director Al Tiemeyer, Community Calling Chunh Office: (616) X9I-I5I2 M 37 al KMMh St CALEDONIA HOLY FAMILY CATHOLIC CHURCH FIRST BAPTIST CHURCH OF MIDDLEVILLE M-37, north of Middleville • '’95-9726 Bruce S. su w art. Senior PaMor Tim A. Vine. Asst. Pasior/Youlh Douglas G. Beason. Visitation Pastor Gary Weaver. Musk Minister Pastor David Stewart, GE Children s Pastor Sunday School Sunday Morning Wrship Service. Sunday Evening Service Wednesday Mr! Vteek Prayer Weed of lafe Clubs 708 W. Main Street Morning Worship Service Sunday School Evening Worship Service 10:00 a m 11 15 am. 6 00 p.m YOU ARE INVITED 9<)H W. Main Street (Missouri Synod), Worship . «. > 50 a m. Sunday School 1 LOO a m. Adult Bildt- Class 1L00 a m. Rut E Anthony Sikora ChliA-h: (616) 795-2591 GRACE UNITED REFORMED CHURCH Proclaiming the Whole Counsel of God 1664 N M-37 Highway Middleville. Ml 49333 • 945-1555 Located near the corner of M-37 and McCann Service Times: Sunday School............................................. 9:45 a.m. Morning Worship.......................... ........... II :00 a.m Evening Worship........................................ 6:00 p in Youth GnHip:............................... 6:00 p.m. Sunday Midweek 7:00 p.m. Wed 9:30 a m. I hurs. ew Life RISTIAN CHURCH 10 AM Sunday Morning 3449 - 76th St. S.E., Caledonia 698-9660 9255 84th Street. Alto, Ml 49302 Oftf mile east of Whitneyville Rd A Church for today s world Spirit-filled family Church. GUN LAKE COMMUNITY CHURCH 12200 Wcsl M 179 Highway I Chief Noonday Road l Wayland. Ml 49MR • 795 7903 Meeting you. sour friends, and your family - right where you're al - through: Relevant Messages Dynamic Music Quality Child Care and Programs GUN LAKE COMMUNITY CHURCH Worship Hours 900 a m and 10.30 a m TEfjc ©lb TEime iUctljobiSt ©Ijiircl) e 5590 Whitneyville Ave., S.E Alto, Ml 49302 Sunday School... 10:00 a.m. Morning Worship... 11:00 a.m. Evening Worship...6:00 p.m. Wednesday Prayer Meeting...7:00 p.m. Sunday, March 9th: Worship Services K 30 a m and II 00 a m Sunday School 9 45 a m ('off ec Ed low ship 10 30 a m (Nursery available throughout* Rev Nomum K.»hns • iblbi Xs)| Klb' Church Office 61b «9LW*9 . Eav Rv| jgvix vv ss st calcdomaunw org ALASKA CONGREGATION 8146 68th St . near Whitneyvtfe Ave 4 45 am Church S^iKtol Sunday IVaiM.* Singing 10 W am Nkwrung Worship 11 Off am Wed Ldlowship 7 30 p m Chunh Ph 6I64I6MIH0* Pauat j ^CHURCH Lakeside M 37 between Middleville & Caledonia Community Crunch A Plat e for F amds & Fnends 6201 Whitneys die Avenue. Alto CHRISTIAN REFORMED Cunicmporary Worship Sunday School for All Ages Evening Worship Pastor Roger Hullman • Church Office ws*w lakcwdccummumiy org 9:30 a m 10 45 a m 6 00 pm. MX-4)391 Located in Lrtghum Tow rohip Corner of 2nd Mrcct and l<2nd Avenue VumAv Arning Vr4up b4n j* Ttklaaeui Vrabv Sdkad ha KM Agc-% Ph 61bdsV'-6"4o 11 15 am brtrnipijn VB*bv Lic-na^; Smk r FM Fnrtab. 5d» Adult HKr Mudv Pastor E.G Fnzzell St Paul Lutheran Church Missouri Synod Comer of 84th St and Kraft in Caledonia I mile west of M-37 Traditional Service 8:30 AM Acoustic Praise 8r Worship Service 1100 AM Sunday School & Adult Bible Studs 9:45 AM Mid-Week at the Oasis - Wed. 630 PM Informal mid-week acoustic Praise and Worship service All Services have a Nursery available • Bamer Free Pastor Robert Gerke • Pastor David Ziehr Office Phone 891-8688 Newt Check out our new web stte SS. CYRIL and METHODIUS CHURCH As of now, the 9:30 Mass of SS. Cynl & Methodius will take place at St Therese Church in Wayland while the final phase of the building of the church takes place Mass at SS. Cyril & Method­ ius will resume again July 13,2003. when the dedication takes place We apolo­ gize for the inconvenience T1IORN APPLE BIBLE CI IURC’1 I Preaching the /.icing Word Serving The Risen /.ord Sunday Schtx)l .9 .50 a.ni. Sunday Morning Worship 10 50 a.in. (Jr. Church <S- Nursery available ) Currently meeting at: Emmons Lake Elemcnlary 8950 Kraft SE, Caledonia Rec I Jet t His Ross Church: (616) 868-7425 UNITED METHODIST CHURCHES Middleville - Parmelee Midcflevie Morning Worship Sunday School (Adults) Nursery ■ Grade 5 Grades 6-8 Sunday Evenings Grades 9-12 Sunday Evenings Grades 6-12 Wednesday Evenings 9 30 a m. 1100 a m 9 45 a m 1100 a m 5 006 15pm 6 30-8 00 p m 609 7 30 p m Rut /jue Zuc hniuii Church Office Phone - 795-9266 WAYFARER^ Leighton Church Communitvoj + Rev. Royle Batlard, Pastor ____________ Phone 868-6437____________ I ruinous to \ inc> "Living in Times of Temptation" Wednesday 6:00 P.M. Evening Prayer phone 795-2370 or 948-9327 Vicar - Rev. David T. Hurtwick Parmelee Morning Worship d CALEDONIA fTUNITED METHODIST 2,'H \im slud M llclxcl 11:00 A.M. Holy Communion Sunday School for ages 3 yr thru 6th grade: Sr. High. Sun. 6:30 pm Jr. High. Sun. 6:30 pm Rev P Adams Phone 891-8440 Phone 891-9259 Sunday Service Times 9:15 A.M. Morning Prayer (Holy Communion 2nd Sunday' ________ www.StPaulCaledonia.org_________ Services at 9:30 a m and 6 p.m Rev. Dave LeBlanc, Pastor 2415 McCann Rd. (In Ining) Rev Tom DeVnes. Pastor - 795-9901 Middleville Good Shepherd Wesleyan Church Lutheran Church Kraft Avenue at Johnson Street Saturday Evening Mass ... .5:00 p.m. Sunday Mass . .9:00 a.m. & 11:00 a.m. . 9:45 a.m 11:00 a.m. 600 p.m. 6:45 p.m. 6.45 p m MIDDLEVILLE CHRISTIAN REFORMED team earned a third place po­ sition in the 4x400 relay, and a fourth place position in the 4x100 relay. Their winning time in the 2001 year is still standing as an NIAA record. The daughter of Mary and Charles Worst of Mid­ dleville. is a graduate of Grand Rapids Christian High School. Weifctoxin KA'IOCXVXD • vrwviv cvm '<<!■ ■•NV! Mi2b • r-tnaid JiHii j m 5)Wpm AJD pm jfc|B pa .<-n. ntt Sunday V5 or ship: 8:30 am. Traditional 11 a.m. Contemporary 6 p.m. Pratse/Bibie Study Rev. Dr. Jack Doorlag. Interim Minister Nursery &. children’s activities during all services Eor more information: (616) 891-8119 or w u u pcacechurch.ee Redeemer Covenant Church —Lighting Up Lives for Cod— Sunday Worship 9-30 am Chnstian Educatu Hour 114)0 am Wednesday Family Night 5 45-8311 pm PMvrPaulM Hillman >«ith Pastor David Enkwn 6951 Hanna Lake Asma ( aJedcmu 6I6^91F8D»I rnfctwwsrfjrn.Mrf ^^fwjedeemertosenant ory A matoa the ttuagdu.A Gmmuut 1^^ tfAnuna Finding the Way Together! An informal, contemporary church committed to our community. Sunday Worship is at 10:00am in Caledonia Middle School's cafeteria. Everyone is welcome! Pastor: Res Josh /Hunt Contact our Dutton office at (616) 65-65 WAY Check our web site hw. wayfarers < .ore WHITNEYVILLE Bible church e Ave at 84rr< St • 89’ 8661 "The Church where everybody is somebody... and Jesus is Lord" 8546 WhMtreyv Meeting at Caledonia High School Sunday Schoo 930 am. xndcy Mcrrmg Worsnp 1030 a m Meemg a? chape* on Whrtneyvtte Ave xrv»/ £ /enrvg Worsnp 6 00 p.m Wee *Aa>ee< Prayer & &t>e Study 700 pm Qev Ihomas Siuys. Pastor • fiev to* tosha Assoc Pastor Aecve wr*?neyw«xieorg �I he Sun and News. Middleville Ml/March 4. 2003/Page 5 ‘America & Me’ essay contest winners named at CMS Three students from Caledonia Middle School in Caledonia, have been named local winners in the 34th annual “America & Me Essay” contest, sponsored by Farm Bureau Insurance The three students, who earned the first, second and third place awards for their school are Matt Weiss, first: Kelsey Nimmo. second; and Taryn Parker, third. All three received award certificates for their achievement. As the school’s first place winner. Matt’s name will also be engraved on a plaque Engagements Licari-Maxa Paalman-Buehler Giuseppe and Dcann Licari of Caledonia. Mi and Richard and Janet Maxa of Chesaning. Ml arc pleased to announce the engagement of their children, Jean Licari and Eric Maxa Jean is a 1999 graduate of Caledonia High School, and is attending Western Michi­ gan University with a degree in advertising. Eric is a 1997 graduate of New Lothrop High School and attended Western Michi­ gan University with a degree in human resource manage­ ment and is currently em­ ployed at Target Corpora­ tion. A Sept. 13, 2003 wedding is being planned. Richard and Carol Paalman and Robert and Tammy Buehler, both of Caledonia, arc pleased to announce the engagement of their chil­ dren, Kyle Curtis Paalman and Tonya Rochelle Buehler. As high school sweet­ hearts, both are graduates of Caledonia High School, Kyle in 1997 and Tonya in 1998. Kyle is a 2001 graduate of Michigan State University with a bachelor’s degree in business, and is currently working at First Telecom­ munications out of Lansing as a solutions consultant. Tonya is a 2002 graduate from Michigan State Univer sity with a bachelor’s degree in elementary education and is currently pursuing her masters, also in education. An August 2003 wedding is planned. What jEuthewuts ‘Jlelieue Sfu-fJtenl Huthexan for permanent display tn the school. Caledonia Middle School’s participation in the essay contest was sponsored by Farm Bureau Insurance Michigan will be selected. The top ten statewide win­ ners. who will be announced in April, will receive plaques, cash, and U.S. sav­ ings bonds valued from $500 to $1,000. In addition, the top ten essay ists w ill be honored at a banque in Lansing. meet with Michigan’s top governmen­ tal leaders ami be the fea­ tured guests at a Lansing Lugnuts minor league base­ mail networking loops. For anyone currently ball game dedicated in their working outside the home, honor. A team of finalist judges working part-time or home with children full-time. that includes a top Michigan Mothers and More has a lot government official and the to offer and a variety of sponsoring teachers of last ways any mom can become year’s top two statewide winners, will determine the See Mothers & More, pg. 6 ranking of the top ten agent Mark Johnson of Grand Rapids. Matt Weiss’ first place essay now advances to the state level competition, from which the top ten essays in Mothers & More to focus on eating out with children Mothers and More next Monday at 7 p.m. will dis­ cuss strategies for getting children to behave appropri­ ately in restaurant settings, as well as finding nutritious meals on a typical children's menu. "Getting small kids to eat is always a challenge, but when you compound that with a public location it can become torture for both par­ ent and child." says a spokesman for Mothers and More. The membership of the group will talk about family­ friendly restaurants, dealing with behavior problems at meal time, picky eaters and teaching proper nutrition. Mothers and More is an international not-for-profit organization dedicated to improving the lives of moth­ ers through support educa­ tion and advocacy. Locally it offers mom-to-mom sup­ port. play groups, outings, networking, friendship and fun. Nationally it offers edu­ cation and advocacy to busi­ nesses and employees who need information on family friendly workplaces, mater­ nity leave benefits, alterna­ tive work schedules, and e­ statewide w inners this year. Several thousand eighth grade students from nearly 525 Michigan schools par­ ticipated in the 2002-2003 “American & Me” essay contest, which was conduct­ ed with the help of Farm Bureau Insurance agents across the state. The topic ot the 2002-2003 contest was “My American Hero.” Started in I9b8 and open to all Michigan eighth grade students, the contest encour­ ages Michigan youngsters to explore their roles in America’s future. As spon­ sor of the contest. Farm Bureau Insurance has earm'd 11 national awards from the Freedoms Foundation at Valley Forage. piercing is nothing new in .\LuLUti<dlt Part IX The Holy Supper of our Lord Lutherans believe that on the night uhen Jesus was betrased He took bread, brake it. gave it to His disciples saying lake eat. this is my body Do this in remembrance of Me “ In the same manner also, after He had supped He took the cup. and having given thanks gave it to His disciples saying. ‘Take dnnk This is my bkxxl of the New Testament given and shed for you for the remission of sms This do in remembrance of me " Lutherans believe that these words of our Lord accomplish what they say In the Holy Supper of our Lord is the true body and the true blood of Christ In. whh. and under the forms of the bread and wine. Chnst truly gives to ail who eat and drink of His supper His body and Hrs blood The bread and wine are not mere symbols of Hts body and blood but they truly bear His bodv and blood under their forms Thus those who partake of the supper eat bread and the body of Chnst. as well as dnnk wine and the blood of Chnst All four elements are truly there Lutherans also believe that the Hols Supper deh vers the forgiveness of sms to those who believe Christ s words, gnen and shed for you " Those who eat of the supper without faith do indeed receive Chnsis body and blood. however they do nor receive forgiveness but rather judgement for their unbelief They eat and dnnk unworthily Lutherans do not permit those who believe contrary »o this teaching io commune at their altars for to do so would unkn mgly invne many io eat and dnnk w ith the w roog understanding of the sacrament and to their spiritual detnment Rm this reason many Lutherans practice closedi communion Such a practice ts nor intended le insult the faith of other denominations but to uphold the integrity of the Lutheran understanding of the sacrament as well as to protect those who fuse nor received instruction in the Lutheran faith Lutheran pastors welcome opportum ties to teach non Lutherans in a gentle and losing manner about the Lutheran understanding of Christianity This is what Lutherans believe! to us. A lot of people have pierced body parts. But every single one of us has holes in our heart or soul. Jesus Christ suffered on the cross so you wouldn’t have to suffer today Let us show you how his love can help. (goob ^fjepfjerb Uutfjeran (Cfjurcfj Join us for worship on Sundays at 9:30 a.m.: on Wednesdays during Lent at 7 p.m. 908 W. Main Street, Middleville • (269) 795-2391 �Page 6/The Sun and News. Middleville. Ml/March 4. 2003 CMS one of 12 pilots for $444 MEAP social studies test by Cathy L. Rueter Staff Writer And you thought MEAP testing was all over for the year! Caledonia Middle School eighth grade students will be taking one more MEAP test this month, but they don’t have to worry quite so much about it — they won't even receive a grade. In fact, CMS students are helping out the State of Michigan by taking a pilot social studies MEAP test today. Tuesday, and tomorrow March 4 and 5. Beth Simmons, acting in her capacity as the middle school’s MEAP ccoordinator. said. “The state is still trying to decide what things they want to test kids on. They shipped out different formats of the test to schools Retired general to speak in local satellite broadcast by Patricia Johns Staff Writer During a discussion he was leading for the Mid­ dleville Rotary Club. Drew McFadden invited the mem­ bers to attend a special satel­ lite broadcast of a talk by re­ tired four-star General Barry McCaffrey on Tuesday, March 11, at the Caledonia office of Edward Jones. This broadcast is part of Edward Jones ongoing “Face to Face” investor edu- cation series. McCaffrey and other fi­ nancial experts will discuss whether war will impact in­ vestment decisions, home­ land security and other is­ sues. The satellite broadcast will be shown at 11:30 a.m. and 6:30 p.m. at the Edward Jones offices at 9185 Cherry Valley. For more information or for reservations for this free event call 616-891-1173 or toll free at 866-891-1173. s IioiiMgiiiticnt CALEDONIA that were willing to partici­ pate. There are actually 12 (different formats of the tests) out there. We have one of the 12.” Simmons further ex­ plained. “When Chris Burns, our curriculum director, was contacted by the state, she said that we'd like to do it. (Taking the pilot MEAP) is enabling the state to get a better picture of what they’ll have on the test next year." The exam will consist of two days of testing, approxi­ mately one hour each day. “Because this is a pilot test there will be no makeup testing.” said Simmons. “We have to package (the test) up and have everything shipped out by Friday. March 7.” According to Simmons, the state has asked that each teacher who administers the test also participate in taking it — just like a student would. In the case of the Caledonia pilot test, there will be nine eighth grade teachers overseeing/taking the pilot social studies test. They will then be asked for their feedback concerning the test itself. Simmons stressed that “Kids will not receive actual scores, it won’t go on their permanent record. We won’t receive any scoics other than an overview of how the kids did. (The state) is trying to make the social studies test as fair as possible.” Phillip D. Jacobson------------------------------------MIDDLEVILLE - Phillip D. Jacobson, age 63. of Middleville, passed away Tuesday. Feb. 25 . 2003 at home. Phillip D. Jacobson was bom on Aug. 12. 1939 in Middleville. Thomapple Township, the son of Herbert and Frances (Moel­ ler) Jacobson. He was raised in Middleville and attended Thomapple Kellogg School. He was married to Lorena G. Sutton on April 19. 1969 in Middleville. He retired from B&V Construction. Wixom. MI after 24 years of service. He was a supervision foreman. Also worked for E.W. Bliss. S.D. Solomn and Sons; L.E Myres. and Moorehead Brothers. Phil was a member of Operating Engineers Local 324. Phillip was an outdoor enthusiast, with a special fondness for hunting. Nascar Racing, gardening and visiting with family, friends and neighbors. He is survived by his wife. Lorena G. Jacobson; four sons. Todd. Kyle. Phillip (Theresa) and Justin; one grandson. Jaxon Phillip Jacobson; three sisters. Rita (Terry) Tefft. Sandra (Jeff) Soderquist. Patricia (Merle) Simmons, brother. Edward (Patricia) Moeller Jr.; many nieces. nephews and cousins. Funeral services were held Friday. Feb. 28.2003 at the Beeler Funeral Chapel. Middleville. Rev. Lee Zachman officiated. Interment Mt. Hope Cemetery. Mid dleville Memorial contributions may be made to the Amer­ ican Diabetes Association. Arrangements were made by Beeler Funeral Chapel. Middleville Austin (Wilbur) Stauffer CALEDONIA - Auslin (Wilbur) Stauffer, age 78. a lifetime resident of Cale­ donia unexpectedly went to be with his Lord on Sat­ urday, March 1.2003. He is survived by his wife, Arleen H. Stauffer; his sons and daughter. Larry and Henny Stauffer. Ron and Barb Venema, Dan and Jan Stauffer; his grandchil­ dren, Ben Stauffer and his fiance, Sarah Saines, Becky and Aron Bravata. Bob and Shannon Stauffer, Adam Stauffer. Josh Stauffer. Stephanie Stauffer; eight great-grandchildren. Nath­ an. Nicole, Ian, Zach. Courtney. Devon. Kendra and Caleb; many nieces and nephews; his sister. Avis McKenzie; his brothers in law and sisters-in-law. Gladys Beek. Ron and Doris Beek. Beverly Mosier. Harold and Mary Beek He will be sadly missed by his family and his many friends. Funeral services for Austin will be held at 11 a.m. Tuesday. March 4. 2003 at Gaines United Brethren Chinch, If'I? 92nd St. with Pastor Mark Beers and Pastor Wayne Kiel officiating. Interment lakeside Cemetery. The family suggests memorial contributions be made to Gaines United Brethren Church Building Fund. Arrangements were made by Matthysse -Kuiper-De­ Graaf Funeral Home. Caledonia. 891-2418 • Toll Free 1-888-829-5919 Four local students on WMU dean’s list EXCEPTIONAL CLOTHING & ACCESSORIES For tlic Whole Family SDDiND AND SUMMED ITEMS NOW ADDTVINU DAILY / 9175 Cherry Valley (M-37) Just North ol Me Donald Get awav Four local students were named to the dean’s list for the fall semester at Western Michigan University. To be eligible, each stu­ dent must earn at least a 3.5 grade point average on a 4.0 scale. The students, their home­ towns, parents (where made available) and major fields Escape io paradise • rth with a great deal •ndudes our private Coy. Add one more day a getaway and NCL't 7 DAY $449 Ocean View NORWEGIAN For the month of June on the Norway smkt Travel Cruise 554-0311 of study were: • Kristen B. Frith of Nashville, daughter of David and Rose Mary Hea­ ton, organizational commu­ nications and women’s stud­ ies. • Jessica L. Hummel of Nashville, daughter of Ste­ ven Hummel, undecided business. • Jason C. Carrigan of Vermontville, son of Tho­ mas and Cathy Carrigan, fi­ nance. • Jennifer L. Mansfield of Vermontville, son of Robert and Vicki Mansfield, biol­ ogy, environmental studies. Mothers & More, continued from page 5 involved. “We address mothers' needs as individuals, mem­ bers of society, and promote the value of all the work that mothers do,” the spokesper­ son said. Meetings are typically the second and fourth Monday of the Month at Kids First Learning Place (lower level) 420 Misty Ridge Drive. Middleville. Visitors are welcome to attend several meetings prior to deciding to join. For more information 1 about Mothers and More, call 795-5242 or visit the website at www.mother- ! sandmorc.org. Back To Basics, Paul Mitchell, Crew, TiCi (excluding Liter Deals) 1 IT'S HOT! IT’S COMING IN APRIL! ®)NTEMP() <S^LON 616-891-1093 9551 CHERRY VALLEY. D&W PLAZA Caledonia High School Class of 2003 Overnight Celebration Fundraiser March 8, 2003 7:00-12:00 pm ($2.00 admission) Caledonia American Legion Post *305 Raffle Tickets: $5 each, 5/S20 1st Prize Leisure Life Limited Canoe. donated by Bob Pike 2nd Prize Ladies’ Watch donated by Swterenga Jewelers 3rd Prize DVD Player donated by Dr. Enc Hannapel, D.D.S. You need not be present at Casino Night to win. Raffk: kerne »R68941, &ngo keme 9102043 Questions? Call the CHS Office at 891.8129 (ask for Mary Jo) The senior parents thank you for your support! �The Sun and News. Middleville. Ml/'March 4. 2003/Page 7 Staff Appreciation day held at Page Elementary The day began with a breakfast at Page Assistant Superintendent Pat Koeze and superin­ tendent Kevin Konarska sample food at several of the buildings. Here they thank the staff at Lee for their nard work on behalf of children ^VeightWatchers YOU WON'T BE HUNGRY. There was a table full of desserts at McFall All staff including bus drivers, secretaries and custodi­ ans are invited to attend. YOU WON'T BE BORED. YOU WON'T BE THE SAME. Winning Points is a plan you can stick with till you reach your goal You can eat the foods you kwe. stay satisfied, and stilt lose weight Now at Weight Watchers get “In the Groove." your cool guide to getting started. FREE when you join. 4 for $49 Get registration and four weeks for $49! Save 17! Heritage Days to have ‘old fashioned' theme There was lots to choose from at the Middle School during staff appreciation day. All the food was donated by parents at the three elementary schools and the middle school which form the TKPTO, LOW CD RATES? You can do a lot better... VW/ oAw alter notnes cWnw kWwbsJ tax deterred earrungs. and a Uedme recrement tncome Cai m before you renew your certdtccte of devout Steve Elies 4695 N M 37 Hwy Suite 3 MickDevilk? Phone 269-795-1670 VM rv r<v h^r't Wo. t P-eagune MUMUf BUREAU R HiSURAHCE Just Say AH by Patricia Johns Staff Writer The Heritage Days Com­ mittee has set an “old fash­ ioned” theme for the annual festival on Friday and Satur­ day, Sept. 5 and 6 Ideas suggested were sack races, bobbing for ap­ ples and games such as bean bag toss or darts. At the meeting on Feb. 11, the committee elected officers. Ray Peters will re­ peat as president, Cheryl Pe­ ters as secretary and Chris Irwin as treasurer. Frank Fiala and Sue Reitman were elected as trustees. Meet Dr. Jennifer Battiste, primary care physician, along with life long Caledonia resident Leon VanderLaan, PA-C, at the Caledonia Office of Advantage Health. Dr. Battiste and Leon Vanderlaan look forward to meeting you and providing you and your family with personal, comprehensive health care services. Accepting new patients 616-913-8850 or 891-2503 Priority Health and Aetna insurance accepted. men’s & women's health obstetrics ~ kids & teens ~ seniors Advantage health Physicians 9090 South Rogers Ct., Caledonia, Ml - www.advantagehealth.org Entertainment is sched­ uled for the Stagecoach Park Gazebo Friday evening, Sept. 5. Cheryl Peters is or­ ganizing the entertainment. The parade will line up at 9:30 a.m. Saturday, Sept. 6, with a 10 a.m. start. The car show will be from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. and the tractor pull will begin at noon. The committee is still looking for volunteers to work on the festival, includ­ ing someone to chair the children’s games. For more information about this year’s Heritage Days Committee, call Cheryl Peters at 795-4972. 1-800-651-6000 www.weightwatcherswesternmichigan.com Caledonia Caledonia Community Resource Center • 330 Johnson Wednesday - 5:30 p.m Middleville Middle Villa Inn • 4611 N. M-37 Hwy. 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March 14. Dr. Royer is a child psy­ chologist and Grand Rapids specialist. After a short talk on general parenting infor­ mation. he will be taking questions about childhood development. Topics will in­ clude health, education, diet, exercise and grief. MOPS groups often have a waiting list for new mem­ bers. However, the Caledo­ nia branch still has a limited number of spaces available in their membership. The MOPS year is from Septem­ ber through May. MOPS originally grew out of a desire to meet the needs of mothers of pre­ schoolers. It began in 1973 in Colorado. MOPS Interna­ tional currently holds char­ ters in approximately 2,500 churches and para-church organizations in all 50 states, Canada and 13 other countries. Children attend with their mom and participate in a special part of the MOPS program called Moppets. 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The Caledonia MOPS meets at Caledonia United Methodist Church. 250 Vine St., twice a month from 9:30 to 11 a.m. Seating is very limited for Dr. Royer’s presentation. Those interested in joining the group are welcome for the presentation, but reser­ vations are essential. For further information about this appearance by Dr. Royer, or any other MOPS news, call Liz Alexander. MOPS coordinator, at the Caledonia United Methodist Church at 616-891-8669. Dean's list, from pg. 3 Wicks, English. • Jenny M. Humphrey of Freeport, daughter of Robert and Marsha Humphrey, ele­ mentary group miners. • Courtney Erwin Rousselle of Freeport, account­ ancy. • Jay J. Lantinga of Mid­ dleville. son of Tracie L. Sparks, undecided • Jason L. Albaugh of Middleville, son of Law­ rence and Sharon Albaugh, biology. • Peter R. Baker of Mid­ dleville, psychology. • Susan E. Beckering of Middleville, marketing. • Kelly J. 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I Elizabeth Kelson 891-2222 891-2222 Ron Prins I Sharon Emerson 891-7176 891-2222 Ron Richards Gulkema I Joan 891-2222 Lois Heckman 891-2222 Jennifer Russo I Debra Lampani 891-2222 262-8333 Dave Vanderwoude 891-2222 I John McCleve 891-7171 Ted VanDuinen 891-2222 Tanner Whitcomb 891-7172 I Mary Kay McCleve 891-2222 889-4558 Sam Wright I Mark McCleve 891-SOLD 891-2222 Wendy Zandstra I Deanna McCulfor S -D FREE MARKET ANALYSIS 891-2222 I I I I I I I I i I I I I I I I I I I I I I I I I I I I I Bulk fuel facility decision wise To the editor: Residents in and around Middleville have Village President Lon Myers to thank for demonstrating wis­ dom and leadership in rejecting the recommenda­ tion brought to him by the Middleville Planning Commission in support of a bulk fuel facility to be built within the village limits. The Planning Commission had approved the plan to locate the facility in the industrial park within village limits in close proximity to many residents. While this would have been beneficial to the fuel company by offering tax incentives for many years, it would have been detrimental to all those living in and around Middleville by jeopardizing the health, safety and quality of life for all. As was seen last Monday morning in Holland, when three fuel tanks exploded there, the dangers involved in transporting and storming mass quantities of fuel arc real. The Holland facility avoided deaths and injuries by locating their facility in a non-residential area. We can only imagine what we could have faced in Middleville if the approved bulk fuel facil­ ity had been built and a sim­ ilar kind of explosion occurred here. When resi­ dents of Middleville expressed their concerns about safety to the Planning Commission, the commis­ sion members should have heard them. From what I have seen, there is a real disconnect between what the Planning Commission says and docs. I think that the commission members should be proac­ tive in their approach by rec­ ommending plans to the vil­ lage commissioners that will enhance the quality of life in Middleville while adhering to the new master plan. Rubber stamping every application brought to them is not in the best interest of the community and it is my hope that this practice will cease. Patricia Wilson. Thomapple Township Caledonia must offer all help to the new library To the editor: The new $2.5 million li­ brary is going forward as evidenced by the Caledonia Township Board's offer to purchase land near the post office. This purchase surely gives the private organiza­ tion Friends of the Library Committee a focal point in their solicitation of building funds to eventually finish this long anticipated project. Since the building will be located within the village, the Caledonia Village Coun­ cil and the Caledonia Plan­ ning Commission has the moral and legal obligation to monitor the design and con­ struction of the library, and to offer their expertise in both the physical structure and operation of the build­ ing. Caledonia Village gov­ ernment has always been very proactive in its over­ sight of all local issues, both private and institutional. The township, the Caledonia Public Library and the Cale­ donia school system have publicly recognized the many contributions the Vil­ lage of Caledonia has con­ sistently made in their af­ fairs. The village can be par­ ticularly helpful in assisting the Friends of the Library in construction of a suitable formal business plan, as­ suming the Friends are go­ ing to be the primary author­ ity in charge of construction. This plan must include all aspects of planning, financ­ ing, construction and main­ tenance of our new library building. Taxpayers will be particu­ larly interested in the financ­ ing of the library, and the extent the Township Board intends to use public monies to finance the building. The taxpayers of Caledonia Township must be apprised on how the operating and maintenance expenses of the planned building will impact the township operating budget millage. Not only must the library construction follow standard permitting and construction guidelines, but construction must not begin until funds are available to complete construction. We do not wish to stare at a raw foun­ dation for five years until money is available for the walls, then another five years until money is avail­ able for the roof, etc. I have every confidence the Village of Caledonia, the Caledonia Village Council, arid the Caledonia Village Planning Commission will step up to the plate to assist in our new libiary. Clarence Slaughter, Caledonia Advertisement Little Known Secret In Hastings BY DAVID STOWERS Many people in our community have no idea that there is a small company in the area called Netpenny.net. Netpenny offers fast, reliable, and extremely inexpensive dial-up Internet service to Barry County and the surrounding communities. What’s so refreshingly unusual is that Netpenny charges only $4.95 a month for Internet access and they have no contracts, no set up Ices and they don’t even require a credit card. Netpenny is able to keep their cost low by utilizing an underground data center located 85 feet underground Netpenny only has one billing rate and not only is it simple, its fair because you only pay for what you use. Netpenny charges only I penny per minute. 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Middleville Ml/March 4. 2003/Page 9 Two from Alto accused GVSU fall term dean’s list of hitting car with brick includes 33 local students Two Alto area men were arrested Monday in connec­ tion with a brick thrown at a car from an 1-96 overpass last weekend. The Kent County Sher­ iff’s Department said a seri­ ous personal injury was suf­ fered by Vickie Prantle. 46. of Greenville and her 21year-old daughter, Sarah Prantle, when they were re­ turning home from Grand Rapids Friday on 1-96. As* they traveled castbound un­ der the Morse Lake over­ pass. a brick came through the windshield of their 1994 Chevy Blazer and struck Vickie in the face. She was air lifted by Aero Med to Spectrum Health Butter­ worth Campus with severe facial and head injuries. Sarah was not injured and both occupants were wear­ ing scat belts. Kent County Sheriff’s de­ tectives arrested three suspects in connection with the incident on 1-96 Sunday. Jeffrey Douglas K(M)iman. 18. of Alto was charged with two counts of assault with intent to commit great bodily harm less than mur­ der and two counts of feloni­ ous assault. Bond was set at $5(M>.000. A prclimixiary exam was set for March le, 2:30 p.m. in 63rd District Court, C ascade A second adult arrested had charges dropped. There was also a fourth person in­ vestigators needed to ques­ tion and interview in this in­ cident. The 16-year-old suspect, Jack Aaron Swick Jeffrey Douglas Kooi man Jack Aaron Swick of Alto, was arraigned as an adult on Monday. Feb. 24 in 63rd District Court. Cascade. He also received two counts of assault with intent to com­ mit great bodily harm less than murder and two counts of felonious assault. His bond was set at $100,000. Kooiman was lodged in the Kent County Correc­ tional facility. The 16-ycarold was lodged at the Juve­ nile Detention facility with the same charges. Tips were received di­ rectly to the police depart­ ment and through Silent Ob­ server. Gun Lake man injured in crash The Allegan County Sher­ iff Department responded to a personal injury accident Tuesday at U.S.-131 a half mile north of the 49 mile marker near the PlainwellOtsego exit. Three vechiles were in­ volved in the accident. Dep­ uty Dave Ashton said that a black Dodge pickup was south bound on the ex­ pressway when it lost con­ trol, going over the bridge at the Kalamazoo River, which was icy. The vehicle then Caledonia Community Schools Young S's/Kindergarten Parent Information Meeting If you are the parent of a student entering the Young 5‘s or Kindergarten program this fall please join us March l£th, 2003, at 9:30 a.m or 7:00 p.m. in the Caledonia High School performing arts center for an informational meeting. A crossed the median, hitting two other vehicles, a passan­ ger vehicle and a semi­ trailer. The driver of the Dodge pickup. Joseph Dempsey of Gun Lake, was injured and sent to Pipp Community Hospital. Plainwell. Cannon play backfires on Middleville teen A 17-year-old Middleville boy nearly blew off his left big toe while igniting a homemade cannon Feb. 14. Shane Morgan Sheperd had built the cannon and took it outside to fire it off. He used smokeless powder, which caused the cannon to explode. Sheperd used his left foot to keep the cannon steady and the percussion severed his left tennis shoe, causing serious injury to his big toe. Shane’s father, Lloyd, im­ mediately transported his son to Pennock Hospital. Shane told the Barry County Sheriff’s Depart­ ment he has learned a valu­ able lesson. No charges are pending. movie OUTPOST VIDEO SUPERSTORE Glen Valley Retail Center, M-37, 891-9303 Open weekdays 10 a.m. to 11 p.m. & midnight on Fri. & Sat. ’movi e outpost i j Rent One Movie or Game and i get a second rental FREE I with this coupon. I Good Sunday thru Thursday I Offer good at Caledonia location I I Free rental of equal or lessor value. I One coupon per visit, please Expires 3/1M)3 Product Id: SunAd_ VHS/DVD movies & player rentals I • Games & game system rental I -Special orders and previewed I movies & games for sale I • Gift certificates & gift baskets I | • \ HS & game accessories I • Reservations on movies ! • Weekly specials Thirty-three local students have been named to the dean's list for the fail semes­ ter at Grand Valley State University. To be named at the dean's list at GVSU. a student must achieve at least a 3.5 grade point average on a 4.0 scale and be enrolled in at least 12 academic credit hours. The students, group by their hometowns, are: • Alto — Meghan M. Mendez. Timothy G. Mitchell. Jennifer R. Cava­ naugh, Christina M. DeVormer, Jennifer R. DeVormer. Meghann J. Phillips. Court­ ney L. Wiersum and David J. Kowalski. Woman arrested for drunk driving, destruction of police property Robin L. Nink. 46, was arrested for drunk driving, third offense, and malicious destruction of police prop­ erty Sunday. Feb. 16. in Yankee Springs Township. The Michigan State Po­ lice were called to the resi­ dence after Nink. who ad­ mitted to drinking two quarts of liquor, showed up to deliver Valentine’s Day presents to her children. Once informed that she was under arrest, Nink alleg­ edly became belligerent and angry. Once in the patrol car, Nink started hitting and kicking items. She was transported to Pennock Hos­ pital where a blood alcohol test revealed a .17 blood al­ cohol level. Nink was then transported to the Barry County Jail. Nink’s ex-husband in­ formed police that she was recently hospitalized with mental health problems. • Caledonia — Michelle M. Clark. Jayme A. Cramer. Sumer M De Korte. Chris­ tine E. Dood. Heather A. Duffield. Euijin Hwang. Karen S. Miller. Daniel J. Pluger. Rebecca L. Roosien. Katie J. Ullery. Jenifer J. VanWyngarden. Lisa J. VanKalker, Rebecca J. Ward, Colter S. Watt. Tara L. Winchester and Chrysta L. Worst. • Freeport — Megan E. Shaff. • Middleville — Angela M. Barr. Jared A. BierHobbs. Lindsey E. DeBoode. Garrett P. Jonker- Slayton. Beverly A. Karelse. Saxony A. Matousek. Tara R Tasma and Shannon L. Zoet. M945-9554 anytime to place your Sun Hews ACTIOM & reach over 11,000 area homes! File Your Taxes Yet??? We Can Help!! C & K Business Services. LLC CPA Give us o call. We can help you take advantage of the new tax laws % Phone: 616-891-5789 Email: kjohnson@ckbusserv.com 612 E Main Street Caledonia, Ml 49316 �Page 10/The Sun and News, Middleville. Ml/March 4. 2003 An easy way to build strong bones on a budget As calcium has become the mineral of the millen­ nium, linked to everything from osteoporosis preven­ tion to weight loss, more and more calcium-fortified foods have hit the market. These foods can be costly and, according to registered dietitian Ellie Krieger, a nu­ trition and lifestyle consul­ tant to clients ranging from homemakers to CEOs and a regular guest on NBC’s “To­ day Show," the best, most cost-effective source of cal­ cium is as close as your re­ frigerator. MILK OFFERS MORE Recent research and a price analysis support milk as one of the least expensive calcium sources, especially when compared to other non-dairy. calcium-fortified foods. "Penny per penny, one gallon of lowfat or fat-free milk provides about twice as much calcium as fortified soy beverages, apple juice, breakfast bars and fortified bread, and almost double the amount of calcium in one gallon of fortified orange juice and in wheat cereal and waffles." says Krieger. "Most sports drinks and so­ das offer none of the bonebuilding nutrients we need to help maintain strong, healthy bones." Also, a recent study pub­ lished in the November 2001 issue of the Journal of the American Dietetic Asso­ ciation revealed milk as the most economical source of calcium for children when compared to other school lunch foods. Kansas State University researchers examined the nutrient content of school lunch components, includ­ ing milk, and compared the costs of other food items. The results revealed that milk contributed the most calcium and protein per 100 calories and per penny — making milk a nutrientpacked yet cost-effective component for school lunches. calcium requirements, which can lead to osteo­ porosis. Milk can help adults meet their daily cal­ cium requirement of 1.000 mg. Krieger advises adults to get their much-needed nutri­ ents from just three sen ings of milk or milk group foods a day. rather than from more expensive fortified foods or supplements. "Many Americans need to be a little cost-conscious, es­ pecially in today’s economy. 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To be named at the dean’s list at Hope, a student must achieve at least a 3.5 grade point average on a 4.0 scale. The students, group by their hometowns, are: • Alto — Seniors Jeremy Hess, Joshua R. Warren and Todd A. Bloemers and jun­ ior Jordon VandeBunte. • Caledonia — Seniors Betsi Mulder, Dawn M. Dodge, Steven J. Uyl and Joseph S. VanEngen, sopho­ mores Andrew D. Kroll and Audra J. King and freshman Kerry M. VanLaan. • Middleville — Senior Hillary B. Stone. Call 945-9554 for classified ads -1 © The newest addition to the Monterey Grille Fresh Start Cafe family Madalyn Eliza Higgins 2/20/03 9175 Cherry Valley • 891-2928 Hours; Monday - Thursday 11 am • 8:30 pm. 4 Friday & Saturday 11 am - 9 pm. Sunday 11 am - 2 30 pm �The Sun and News. Middlevtile. Ml/March 4. 2003/Page 11 Middleville council backs building budget for emergency vehicles to get over the river. This is only the first step in a long term project, which if it becomes a reality, will link Crane Road in Mid­ dleville, crossing the river with the new bridge and then go west along an im­ proved Finkbeiner Road crossing Patterson Road and then merging with an im­ proved 142nd Street in Alle­ gan County all the way to U.S-131. If this project is approved, the earliest work would be­ gin is the year 2006. The $4.5 million project would be funded through TEA-21 and Michigan Department of Transportation funds. In other business last week, the acouncil approved resolutions to merge pension funds as recommended by the Michigan Employment Retirement System. Council decided to sup­ port the application by the Thomapple Area Parks and Recreation Commission for a grant from the W.K. Kel­ logg Foundation for an ac­ cessible play structure. Dorothy Corson voted against this because she would prefer to have the Parks and Rec Commission develop parks that can be used by all people, not just children. Now that the bond issue for the new fire facility has passed the village council formally asks the township Consumers Energy offers tips on street light problems by Patricia Johns Staff Writer Joe Herdus from Consum­ ers Energy presented tips to the Middleville Village Council last Tuesday on ways to correct problems with m alfunctioning streetlights. The problems have been a cause of concern for Mid­ dleville residents and coun­ cil people as well. During his appearance at the Feb. 25 Village Council meeting, Herdus explained that correcting problems has to start with a telephone call. “When people call 800-4775050 they should be as pre- Saving on home insurance is “No Problem.” | undrvds of thousands a S.*of families are saving money with Auto-Owners Insurance for their home and mobile home protection. Stop in and ask as about quality pro­ tection. with flexibk payment plans and “No Problem" claim ^luto-Ovnrrs Insurance MHVdl HIM 0O6NKCXAI President 497 Arlington St (M-37) P O Box 99 Middleville Ml 49333 (269) 891-8208 (269) 795-3302 Toll free (800) 706-3302 Fax (616) 795-3935 - ---------- cisc about the location of the problem street light as possi­ ble.” he says. Callers should give the house number nearest to the pole or the nearest street in­ tersection. Light poles are not numbered. Most problems can be corrected within three days, but problems in under­ ground wiring can some­ times take more time. The village receives credits based on their average kilo­ watt cost if the repairs take longer than three days. The village does keep a log of the complaints they received from residents. It would be more effective if residents would call the vil­ lage after they have con­ tacted Consumers Energy. Herdus told the council that work in this area is routed through Hastings. Callers can get the work or­ der number when they call in. If the problem is not re­ paired within a reasonable amount of time, the village can check on the status of the repair. Anti-funneling ordinance upheld for Gun Lake Yankee Springs township residents worried about more boats on Gun Lake can GFWC-Gun Lake to learn about LEAD The GFWC-Gun Lake area women’s club meeting Wednesday, March 12, at the Bay Pointe restaurant will have a leadership tocus. Carol Visser will discuss the Leadership Education and Development (LEAD) program, which works with foster parents and others. Visser originally was scheduled to speak in July. She is replacing Marcia Beare who is recovering from a serious illness and could not attend the March meeting. The club hopes to schedule Be art’s talk on the Martin Resource Center in the future. The day begins with a general meeting at 9:30 am., followed by network­ ing time, the speaker and an optional lunch. Anyone who would like to attend the March 11 meet­ ing can call Judy Smith at 672-9016 for more informa­ tion or to make reservations for the lunch. breathe a sigh of relief now that a lawsuit on the town­ ship’s anti-funneling ordi­ nance has been decided in the township’s favor. Barry County Circuit Judge James Fisher Feb. 21 granted the township a per­ manent injunction prohibit­ ing the eight owners of a lot 2620 First Street in the West Gun Lake Resort Plat from using it for access to the lake. to return the building now used by TTES. This High Street location was given to the township bv the village in 1991. The council also agreed with the recommendation by the Planning Commission to allow the rezoning of the lot next to the Wright Stop. This will allow the business to expand their restaurant and perhaps add a banquet facility. The next meeting of the Village of Middleville coun­ cil is Tuesday. March 11. at 7 p.m. in the village hall. Fifteen local students on dean’s list at Central Michigan University Fifteen local students • Alto — Senior Kami L. say E. Horvath. Andrea L. have been named to the Pentecost and sophomore Huver and Heather M. Tu­ dean’s list for the fall term Sarah M. Claire. dor. sophomore Nicole M. at Central Michigan Univer­ • Caledonia — Seniors DeRuiter and freshman Me­ sity. Molly L. Cryderman. Lind­ lanie K. Kopp. To be named at the dean's list at CMU. a student must achieve at least a 3.5 grade point average on a 4.0 scale. The students, grouped by their hometowns, are as fol­ Quality Family Eye Care Since 1929 lows: • Freeport — Sophomore Breanne J. Dutcher. • Middleville — Senior Alison D. Aten, juniors OPTOMETRISTS Danielle M. Quisenberry 2 LOCATIONS and Jill M. Williams, sopho­ more Susanne M. Peck and Hastings Wayland freshmen Jennifer M. Wa1510 N. Broadway 216 N Main sikowski and Lindsey M. 945-2192 792-0520 Delille. Bard Bloom, O.D. 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Hier, 616-891-1240 General Dentistry for Children & Adults — NEW PATIENTS WELCOME— Early Morning & Evening Appointments Available Conveniently located on M-37 in Caledonia (Right on the nay to orfrom work) Quality dental care in a relaxed and friendly atmosphere Your Smile The First Thing People See! A JkJkJkJkJkJkA.Jkj by Patricia Johns Staff Writer The Middleville Village Council last Tuesday adopted a resolution sup­ porting the effort of the Barry County Road Com­ mission to build a new bridge over the Thornapple River. This application is for federal transportation funds (known as TEA-21 funds) to help finance the bridge and improve Finkbeiner Road. A possible second bridge was part of the Local Fi­ nance Development Author­ ity’s long range goal for the area. This would relieve congestion and truck traffic through the downtown area and provide a shorter path �Page 12/The Sun and News, Middleville. Mi/March 4. 2003 Sale of Alaska Hall still being discussed by Ruth Zachary Staff Writer A discussion Feb. 19 by the Caledonia Township Board about selling the Alaska Hall, prompted by Trustee Bill Bravata. re­ sulted in no motions and no decisions. The hall is valued at around $200,000, according to estimates by the township assessor and a local real es­ tate persone. It is now rented by Little Lambs Preschool for $400 per month. The group has expressed interest in buying the building, Township Su­ pervisor Bryan Harrison said. "We again have costs be­ ing incurred at Alaska Hall and maintenance concerns," the supervisor said, and some members of staff and community have suggested the building might be sold. A furnace, replaced last year by the township, needed maintenance, resulting in a bill of around $2lH Public comment was started by a question from resident Dick Crissman about when the land had been acquired, the cost and how long it has been owned by the township. He said he thought it was "older than any of you or any of us." The history connected with the building was not known by board members. Harrison suggested it was probably part of the original cemetery property. He said a number of additions had been involved in the current configuration of the struc­ ture. Crissman said "While you have the legal right to sell this property, you don’t own it. We do. We the people of the district, who live some­ what near it." Three of the board mem­ bers live in the general vi­ cinity. Trustee Wally Bujak indicated he would not want to sell the hall. Crissman said. "You could piddle away $200,000 in no time,pave another sec­ tion of road, or building some little thing, but you’re never going to get that land back if you sell it. You're never going to get that facil­ ity that serves the area of Alaska if you sell it." Steve Gould, who lives about a half mile from Alaska Hall. said. "I think we should hang on to it. and certainly not sell the land. If you have to burn it down to keep it. just keep it. It is a public resource. You can t get it back once it's gone. We made a mistake ten years ago when we sold the old fire bam and now we re buying it back. It cost us $25,000. It was a bad idea then. This would be a bad idea." Resident Don Miesen asked. ’When the township sells a piece of real estate, where would the proceeds go?" The money would go into the township’s general fund, it was explained. Or the money could be directed to­ ward a particular project, Harrison explained. Miesen said a few months ago he had believed the property had become a li­ ability. and still feels that should be considered. He added that he agrees the hall "is ours. And before any­ thing moves forward... that you would schedule a time to get public comment on it." He said he wanted the dis­ Did you know: We will work by appointment, show vehicles at your home or business. All you have to do is ask See us at... /Vo “Doc Fee" Dealer Just anotherservicefrom yourbometoum dealer! Bill Seif Chevrolet Buick *■—« T"' Mo.xiay 4 Wwdwsday 8 to 8 Tuesday. Thursday 4 Fnday 8 6 Saturday 9 12 00 S M-37 IN HASTINGS • 269-945-2425 1-800-235-2425^7 cussion advertised to get public input to find out what the public really wants. Miesen said the idea of selling the building and put­ ting the money into the gen­ eral fund gave him a bad feeling. He suggested trans­ ferring the value from such a sale into a different town­ ship asset, such as a library. Crissman argued that would be fine if Alaska resi­ dents wanted a library­ branch. He thought it should be made a historic site. Trustee Bill Bravata said. "I believe we have the abil­ ity and the authority and re­ sponsibility to make good decisions and good use of our assets. This is one that is difficult. 1 don’t know if that's the best use of our dol­ lars there." He said he favored selling it and putting the money to good use, but was not op­ posed to keeping it if it was well maintained. He men­ tioned ice and leaks and damage to the ceiling tiles, due to lack of routine main­ tenance such as furnace fil­ ter changes. He said anything the township owned should be kept up, and the board should be good stewards on behalf of the citizens. "With more work and more assets coming on line, we need to talk about how can we best maintain these assets if we choose to keep them. We are not doing very darn well with the assets we have ... They are less than well maintained. We are re­ sponding to things as they happen, and not maintaining them." Bravata urged the board to consider hiring a full time maintenance employee. Trustee Richard Robert­ son agreed with the public comments about the value of the land, and said it was an enigma because the hall was used very little. He said other residents may wonder w hy hundreds of dollars are spent on maintaining it when it was not well used for public purposes. Trustee Wally Bujak said he favored keeping the building. He said the recent costs of the building, if aver­ aged over the years since the 1970s. with a budget of about $5,000 per year, was not a lot to have spent on the building for that period of time. He said in about 15 of those 25 years, the budgeted amount had not been spent. Bujak pointed out the re­ cent facilities committee had been disbanded. Their job was to oversee maintenance needs over the tow nship. He said he would like to see the committee reinstated. VILLAGE OF MIDDLEVILLE FEBRUARY 11, 2003 The regular meeting of the Village of Middleville. Michigan Council was called to order at 7:00 PM by Mr Lon Myers. Council President of the Village of Middleville. Michigan, in the Council Chamber of the Village Hall Members present: Mr Floyd Bray. Mrs Dorothy Corson, Mr William Kenyon. Mr Michael Lytle, Mr Lon Myers. Mr Charles Pullen and Mrs Marilyn VandenBerg Minutes of the January 28. 2003 meeting were approved as corrected The Agenda for the meeting was approved. Ms Deb Buckowing, of the Welcoming Committee, approached Council to explain her business John and Diane Obermeyer approached Council regarding the National 24 Hour Challenge ACTIONS TAKEN 1 Adopted Resolution #03003. Sidewalks and Pedestrian Facilities Ordinance on a motion made by Mr Bray and supported by Mr Lytle Roll call vote result­ ed in all Ayes. 2. Adopted Resolution #03004, Authorize Barry County to Resell 1994 WWTP Sewer Bonds on a motion made by Mr Bray and supported by Mr. Lytle Roll call vote resulted in all Ayes. 3. Approved the invoices dated February 07 2003 tn the amount of $72,688 22 on a motion made by Mr Pullen and supported by Mr Lytle 4 Increased the salary of the Village Planner and Finance Director by 3% retroactive to January 01. 2003 on a motion made by Mrs VandenBerg and supported by Mr Lytle 5. Approved purchase of a snow pusher lor $3400 on a motion made by Mr Bray and supported by Mr Lytle 6 Allowed TK Schools to place banners downtown two times per year for two weeks at a time on a motion made by Mr Bray and supported by Mrs VandenBerg The motion carried 6-1 with Mrs Corson voting against the motion 7 Cancelled the Public Hearing scheduled for February 25. 2003 on a motion made by Mr Bray and supported by Mr Lytle 8 Adjourned the meeting at 7:45 pm. on a motion made by Mr Kenyon and supported by Mr. Bray Respectfully submitted, Rhonda L. Fisk, Clerk The completed text of the min­ utes may be read at the Village Hall between the hours of 9 00 AM and 5:00 PM, Monday through Friday. 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Rueter Staff Writer Jamie Robards may be fa­ miliar to some as one of the local volunteer firefighters, but he is also owner of Oakridge Builders in Cale­ donia. His company recently do­ nated $10,000 worth of par­ ticleboard used at the Thor­ napple Township Emer­ gency Services (TTES) flashover training program. “This donation has ad­ dressed one of our two larg­ est costs to run the program, the other cost being instruc­ tor pay,” Marentette said. “This will enable us to keep our class fees down, train more firefighters from throughout the region and put revenue into upgrading the training program." Each flashover training system requires six and one TK School Board gets update on state budget have necessary paperwork. tcrmediate School District. The program will bring The district then will help the superintendents and parents by referring them to board members from six the Barry-Eaton health de­ KISD districts together in a partment to make sure im­ series of meetings. Discus­ munizations are up to date. sions will be held on ways The district also helps par­ to assess student perform­ ents find help from other ance, best practices and give agencies. Most of the changes made time for sharing of experi­ to the policy were to match ences. Most of the meeting fo­ the policy with how the dis­ cused on the ongoing update trict runs its educational pro­ of the district’s policy man­ gram from preschool ual. The three hours of work through the high school concentrated on student dress code. Board members discussed policies. The board will work on staff policies in how to make sure the atten­ dance policy was fair to all March. students while encouraging A section on homeless responsibility. students was added to the Much of the policy update policy. The district follows encouraged communication the KISD policy and Chris with parents from every­ Boysen serves as the dis­ thing from health services, trict’s homeless coordinator. to reports on grades to Board member Nancy graduation requirements. Konarska will be check­ Goodin wanted to make sure school secretaries were ing some of the laws impact­ aware of the policy, both ing students to make sure when students came to reg­ the language of the policy ister and in the area of im­ matches what is required by law. NEOLA, the consult­ munizations. The policy allows stu­ ants working with the dis­ dents who are homeless to trict, also will review the register even if they do not policy. The next board meeting will be Monday, March 10. The board will also meet on Wednesday, March 12, for the superintendent’s first evaluation. The next work session on policy will be on Call anytime- M hours a day, 7 days a week . Monday, March 24. by Patricia Johns Staff Writer Thornapple Kellogg Schools Superintendent Kevin Konarska took time during a special meeting of the Board of Education Feb. 24 to give members an up­ date on possible budget cuts due to action by Governor Jennifer Granholm. “I still think the cuts for this year arc manageable,’’ Konarska said. “I still expect the cuts to be about $192,(XX) and I think we can respond by belt tightening, cutting back on supplies and not replacing employees who resign." “We won’t even know the governor’s budget for 2(X)4 until March 6, so it is diffi­ cult to know how to re­ spond. Some schools are ex­ pecting a 10 percent cut and while we are aware of that possibility, I think it is best to wait and see,” he said. He also received approval to have the district join in a special series of leadership workshops starting with the next school year. This pro­ gram is at no cost, funded by a grant through the Kent In- Call945-9554or 1-800-810-7085 tor Sun a lews tCTION-Ms! of M'o. RESOLUTION (03-007) OF THE MIDDLEVILLE COUNCIL ^ChigN* Compensation for Village Trustees February 25, 2003 WHEREAS, Section 1-6 of the Village of Middleville Code of Ordinances of 2001. as amended, permits the Village Council to amend or repeal portions of the Village Code by ordnance THE VILLAGE OF MIDDLEVILLE ORDAINS: Section 2-162 of the Village of Middleville Code of Ordinances of 2001. as amended, is hereby amended to read as follows Sec. 2-162. Village Trustees Each village trustee shall receive as compensation the sum of $1.950 00 per year except a vil­ lage trustee that ts also a member of the planning commission. ri any. sbal receive as compen­ sation $40 per meeting, io a maxmum ot two meetings per month BE IT FINALLY RESOLVED, that this Resolution be entered by the Village Clerk si io the offi­ cial records of the Vrilage of Middtevile on this 25th day of February. 2003 Moved by Lytle supported by VandenBerg to adopt the toregong resolution YEAS Bray. Corson. Lytle Pullen VandenBerg ABSENT Kenyon. Myers I HEREBY CERTIFY THAT THE FOREGOING Resolution was adopted by the Wage of Middleville Council at a regular meeting held on the 25<h day of February 2003 Pubfe Nonce of said meeting was given pursuant to and si compliance with Act No 267, Pubic Acts of Mch»gan 1976. as amended nciudng in the case of a special or reschecMed meeting noace by pubfcca bon of posting at least eighteen (18) hours poor bme set tor toe meetng half sheets of 4x8 particle­ board per burn evolution. There are eight bum evolu­ tions in a full day of train­ ing. Robards, who also per­ forms fire damage repair and restoration as part of his business, is new to Caledo­ nia Fire Rescue. He has been with the team for ap­ proximately six months. It's clear just how much he believes in this training when asked why he donated these materials. “I strongly believe in what it was for (flashover training). I wanted to do something for the fire department as a new business in Caledonia." Does the training seem to be doing any good? Ask Ro­ bards. “I just went through the flashover training this last Wednesday and I can’t stress enough how much this (training) will help save people’s lives.” The training is designed to familiarize the firefight­ ers, in a relatively controlled environment, with what they can expect during a real fire. “We are all working to­ gether to conduct a high caliber of fire training in our region,” Marentette said. “The flashover program is at the cutting edge of live fire training throughout the world, but it wouldn’t be possible without a lot of lo­ cal help from a lot of differ­ ent people like Jamie.” Firefighters from the Tri-County Training Consortium, of which Caledonia Fire Rescue and Thornapple Town­ ship Emergency Services are part of, load particle­ board during a session at TTES’ flashover training pro­ gram. NOTICE TO IRVING TOWNSHIP RESIDENTS Notice is hereby given that the proposed budget of Irving Township for fiscal year 2003 2004 will be submitted for con sideration at a public hearing on March 12lh at 7 00 pm The proposed budget will be available for inspection at the town ship hall at 3425 Wing Road on March 7th at 10:00 a m to 12:00 noon Immediately following the public heanng a town ship board meeting will be held to consider adoption of the 2003-2004 budget Individuals with disabilities requiring auxil iary aids or services should contact the clerk at seven days prior to the meeting by writing or calling Carol Ergang. 3241 Wood School Rd.. Middleville. Ml 49333. 269-948-8693 CHARTER TOWNSHIP OF CALEDONIA KENT COUNTY, MICHIGAN NOTICE OF ADOPTION OF ZONING ORDINANCE AMENDMENT AND SUMMARY OF THE REGULATORY EFFECT THEREOF PUBLIC NOTICE is hereby given that on February 19, 2003, the Township Board of the Charter Township of Caledonia adopted Township Ordinance 03/12, amending the Township Zoning Ordinance The principal provisions of the amending ordinance are the following: 1 Description and Purpose Section 17.1 has been amended to describe the Planned Mineral Removal (PMR) District. Under the terms of any PMR District, mineral removal ts to be accomplished without serious adverse consequences to other lands and land uses in the vicim ty 2 Definitions Section 17.2 is revised to provide definitions for mineral material, mineral removal and planned mineral removal. 3 PMR District Section 17.3 is amended to provide that land, buildings and structures in the PMR District may be used only for planned mineral removal and other permitted uses in the A Agricultural District and the R-R Rural Residential District. Lands within 500 feet of the R -1. R-2 or R-3 District may not be rezoned to the PMR District The application procedure and informs tion required for an application is specified The Planning Commission shall review each PMR application for rezoning and a PMR permit application and, after public hearing, shall make a rec ommendation to the Township Board regarding the rezoning and the permit application The Township Board shall then act upon the requested permit and rezoning The applicant ts required to demonstrate that the proposed mineral removal operations and activities will not create very serious adverse consequences or serious environmental impact on adjacent or nearby lands Section 17.5 further specifies operating conditions on mineral removal activities Operations are not to be approved for more than three years without Planning Commission approval Tne hours ot operation the noise level tor operations, access routes tor vehicles, stormwater man­ agement. dust control measures, safety precautions (including fencing) for the PMR site and other regulations are included regarding PMR activities and operations 4 PMR Pennit The public hearng procedures and the procedures for a PMR permit are spec­ ified A permit ts not transferrable without Planning Commission approval Permit application fees and surveillance fees have been provided The surveillance fee shall be $03 pet ton of mineral material or $5,000 annualy. whichever ts greater Other requirements for record keeping and reporting are provided r the ordnance Section 17.13 provides tor the renewal of PMR permits The process requires a certificate ot compliance before the Planning Commission or Township Board will consider an application for a renewal The standards tor approval appleable to new permits will be taken into consideration tor renewals 5 Effective Date This ordnance will become effective March 11,2003 Copies of the amending ordnance may be examined or purchased at the office ot the Township Clerk, 250 South Maple Street. Caledonia. Michigan, during Township office hours Dated February 26. 2003 Rhonda Fisk 314 TOWNSHIP BOARD OF THE CHARTER TOWNSHIP OF CALEDONIA 312 �Page 14/The Sun and News. Middleville, Ml/March 4. 2003 More Americans embracing alternative medicine (ARA) - From aromathera­ py to herbal remedies to acupuncture. Americans are embracing alternative health practices with open arms. While most people don't view these treatments as a replace­ ment for traditional Western medicine, they do consider them a viable complement to conventional care. Nearly 50 percent of American adults have used some form of alternative med­ icine in the past year, accord­ ing to the publication "Minnesota Physician. Acupuncture is one of the more widely accepted, drugfree alternatives. It has been used for thousands of years to treat a variety of health condi­ tions. Acupuncture encour­ ticulate location on the ear for treatment of specific prob­ lems. "AcuBead acupressure strips combine ancient Eastern medicine with mod­ em Western medical knowl­ edge and technology for users benefit." says Kramer. "They make ear acupressure easy for anyone, anywhere, anytime." Each strip has titanium acu­ pressure beads arranged in patterns designed to affect acupressure points traditional­ ly used in auriculotherapy for specific pain problems. AcuBead offers four products: Headache Beads, for migraine and tension headaches; NeckBeads. for neck and shoulder pain; LowbackBeads. for low back pain and sciatica; and SlenderBeads. for appetite suppression and weight loss). The beads are worn on the ages the body's promotion of natural healing and improved functioning. Traditionally. it was believed that acupuncture works by clearing obstruc­ tions in the body's energy channels. or meridians. Modem science, as explained by the American Academy of Medical Acupuncture, holds that when acupuncture points are stimulated, the nervous system releases chemicals in the muscles, spinal cord and brain. These chemicals either change the experience of pain or trigger the release of other chemicals and hormones that influence the body's internal regulation system Acupuncture is done by inserting needles and applying Athlete of the week Thornapple Kellogg High School (Middleville) Basketball heat or electrical stimulation at precise acupuncture points. Accupressure does not use needles; instead, pressure is applied to areas of the body associated with particular health benefits using beads, seeds or other hard sub­ stances. In the United Sl-tes, until recently, acupuncture and acupressure were used prima­ rily for pain management. 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Ml/March 4. 2003/Page 15 Middleville Minnows get wet in competition Middleville Minnows 13 & 14 age division swimmers (first row. from left) coach Pete Beaudion. Liza Jedlowski, Hillary Welton. Elizabeth Beaudion. Chelsey Strumberger. Ashley Kingma, Jasmine Brown Ashlee Ironside, coach Patrick Ste­ vens, (second row) Alexa McClain, Emily Nyland. Amanda Pullen. Casey Grum­ met. JR LaVire, Tessa Kamp. Arnber VanDerMeer and Kylie Randall Missing from photo are Ryan Brock, Joanna Noble and Joe Pascucci. Middleville Minnows 11 & 12 division swimmers (first row, from left) Amber Tay­ lor, Whitley Bremer, Kimberly Niblock, (second row) Beth Fuller, Alecia Strumberger, Tiffani Harrington, Ericca Stevens, Amanda Granger, (third row) coach Pete Beaudion, Erin Humphrey, Kirsten Herich, Kate Scheidel, Brittany Giguere, Kandes Mellen, Cade Dammen, Peter Beaudion II, Mindy Warner, coach Patrick Stevens , (fourth row) Audrey Hoag. Kasey Reeves, Josiah Jenkins, Chelsea Ni­ block, Joey Koval, Tom Brunink and Jackie Hodges. Missing from photo are Amy DeMaagd, Travis Hayward, Katie Opatik-Duff and Apnl Wine. More than 75 swimmers participate in three age divi­ sions for the Middleville Minnows swim club, coached by Pete Beaudoin, which trains in the Thornapple Kellogg High School pool. The swimmers competed in conference meets recently at Rockford and Byron Cen­ ter high schools. Middleville had swimmers compete in the A meets for 13- and 14year-olds and 6- to 12-yearolds. More than 200 swim­ mers competed at Rockford. Swimming at Rockford were Emily Nyland and Chelsey Strumberger in the 100 individual medley. 50 butterfly and 100 breast stroke. Strumberger finished eighth in the 100 individual medley and fifth in the 50 fly. Nyland took fifth in the 100 breast stroke and came in 15th in the individual medley. The A conference meet for 6- to 12-ycar-olds was at Byron Center. Jessica De­ Groot, Audrey Hoag, Kayla Strumberger and Tyler Swanson competed at this level. DeGroot and Strumberger swam in the 8 and under group. DeGroot finished 42nd out of 64 in the 25 free and 24th out of 59 in the 25 backstroke. Strumberger fin­ ished 8th out of 40 in the 25 fly and 24th out of 56 in the 50 free. Hoag swam in the 11 and 12 age group and finished 26th in the 100 individual medley and 21st in the 100 free. Each of her events had 8 heats. Swanson swam in the 9 and 10 age group and fin­ ished 16th in the 100 indi­ vidual medley and 10th in the 50 fly. Each of his events had three heats. Beaudoin says that the twood High School Feb. 8. “A” meets are like state The meet started at 8 a.m championships of swim­ and took more than six ming. “This is a tough meet hours to complete, with to compete in and they more that 350 swimmers swam their best with no dis­ competing. qualifications. This shows Besides Thornapple Kel­ how much talent we have.” logg swimmers teams came The Minnows went to the from East Kentwood, East West Michigan Swim league Grand Rapids. Northview, B conference meet at Ken­ Rockford. Grand Rapids, Byron ('enter ar J Godwin. According to Beaudoin. “Middleville swam very well against some very tough teams, with most beat­ ing their best times. 1 am very pleased with each swimmer and how they im­ proved throughout the sea­ son. I am proud to coach them” J WOMOL V ..X. iOMtar Owner/ ----- Manager E3 Keo Brakes (^Expires 3/10/03^> Tune-Up 269-795-3550 500 Arlington Street (M-37) • Middleville Monday • Thursday 8-6; Friday 8-5; Saturday 8-2 40.00 Off .'X> <£>NAPA Premium Brakes $25.OO Off Complete Time Up z Oil Change $5.00 0ff X On Any Premium Oil Change Middleville Minnows swimmers in the 10 & Under division (first row, from left) Jessica DeGroot. Kayla Strumberger. Lindsay Hodges, Allison Esther. Tracy Hodges. Trevor DeGroote. 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Ml/March 4. 2003 Scots topple Knights, now face a district draw After a suprise power out­ age pushed the Caledonia varsity boys’ basketball game at Kenowa Hills to Saturday, the Scots turned the lights out on the Knights Eli Cooley put in 15-points to lead the Fighting Scots' offensive attack when they made the trip up to Wyoming Park last Tuesday night. (File Photo by Brett Bremer) in the final O-K Gold match of the season. The Scots topped the Knights 64-54. No other information was available. Caledonia closed out the Gold season with a 2-13 mark in league play. Overall the Fighting Scot record is 4-15. On Tuesday night the Scots were again victimized by Drew Neitzcl and Wyo­ ming Park. Neitzcl gunned home 36 points, as the Vi­ kings cruised to an 82-51 victory. Eli Cooley was the top scorer for Caledonia with 15 points. Abe Mulvihill added nine, while Ryan Rogers and Joe Kowalski both tossed in eight. 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The Fighting Scots found themselves face to face with the Vikings in the semi Fi­ nals on Saturday, after draw­ ing a bye in the opening round. Lakewood knocked of the Scots 15-8, 15-4 to end Caledonia’s season. The Vikings used some strong front line defense to get the job done against the Scots, and Caledonia was unable to take advantage of a rough serving game by the Vikings. luikcwood went on to top Hastings in the final. Scot Coach Mark Johnson tries to instruct his team on how to get past the team from Lakewood who had won 11 consecutive district titles (Photo by Perry Har­ din) Scot senior Krystal Rabley sends a shot over the outstretched arms of the Lakewood front line. (Photo by Perry Hardin) HOURS: M-Th 5am-9pm; Fri. 5am-8pm Sat. 8am-2pm; Sun.9am-3pm 9175 Cherry Valley, Ste. K Caledonia, 891-2994 At right: Lindsay Coolman sets up her Scot teammates at last weekend's district tournament. (Photo by Perry Hardin) Young Scot spikers gaining confidence The Caledonia Middle School Volleyball squads are off to a hot start. Both the seventh and eighth grade teams are 5-0 on the year, with wins over Hamilton, Godwin, TK, By­ ron Center, and New Hal). “Overall they’re playing really wt’l as a team says eighth grade coach Jeff Harp. "We’re getting strong play from our first year players.” What helped the eighth grade to their latest victory over New Hall was an ex­ ceptionally strong service game. The Scots had been serving around 75-percent on the season, but bumped that up to 82-percenl in the contest. “I can see their confi­ dence building in their abili­ ties weekly,” says Harp “Some of the girls started the season totally nervous, but now they’re relaxed. The confidence is making the difference.” This Saturday both squads will be competing in the TK Invitational at the TK Mid­ dle School, along with teams from Hamilton, Middleville, and Byron Center. Caledonia’s Krista Reynolds digs one out in the dis­ trict semifinal against Lakewood. (Photo by Perry Har- Leeuwenhoek, a Dutch merchant. He is often called the father of bacteriology. �The Sun and News. Middleville. Ml/March 4. 2003/Page 19 One of state’s best ends Trojans’ volleyball season Antiques Help Wanted Lost & Found Real Estate ANTIQUE SHOW MARCH 8 & 9, BARRY COUNTY FAIRGROUNDS EXPO COMPLEX. A LARGE VA­ RIETY OF ANTIQUES. JUST NORTH OF HAST­ INGS ON M-37. SAT 106PM, SUN 10-4PM, $2.50 ADM___________________ ACTIVITIES DIRECTOR: full time, must enjoy work­ ing with Senior population. Call Carveth village of Mid­ dleville, (269)795-4972. ACKERSON, BILLIn loving memory of our dear father, Bill, w ho passed away 16 years ago February 26, 1987 In our hearts you'll always stay, loved and remembered every day. Man & lulie FOR SALE BY OWNER: 37 + acres, 3mi. N. of Prairie­ ville, midway from Kalama­ zoo, Battle Creek, GR, Alle­ gan, Hastings. 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(File Photo by Perry Hardin) The Trojan varsity volley­ ball season, and the career of its leader for the last 14 years Cindy Middlebush came to an end Saturday. TK drew a bye to advance to the district semifinals in Delton on Saturday, but ran right into the fourth ranked team in Division II in the slate, Otsego. Using a perfect service game, the Trojans hung tough in the first game. “The first game was tied at 7-7," said Middlebush. “I thought maybe we’d go to three games." But Otsego showed why they are worthy of their ranking. 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Ml/Marcti 4, 2003 TK eagers’ run ends with loss at Godwin The Trojan varsity boys’ basketball squad ended its regular season with a tough loss at Godwin Heights on Friday night, by the same old script. TK took a first quarter lead, but saw it wiped out by a 20-10 second quarter run by the Wolverines. The Tro­ jans tied things up in the third period, only to see Godwin pull ahead in the fourth quarter and go onto a 50-48 win. Brett Knight led the way offensively for the Trojans with 12 points. Jon Yeazel Call 945-9554 anytime to place your Sun & News ACTION-Ad & reach over 11,000 area homes! and Kyle Holst each tossed in four. In this final season of OK Blue action for the Tro­ jans they finished off the season with a 6-8 record in league play. Now the Trojans are into tournament play. They took on Delton in the opening round of district action on Monday night in Delton. TK entered the contest with an 8-12 overall record. The winner of that game has a contest set with Hastings on Wednesday night at 8p.m. On the other side of the bracket Lakewood and Alle­ gan both received bye’s and meet Wednesday in the semi's at 6p.m. The district finale will be Friday night at 7. Brett Knight (54) and the Trojans O-K Blue sea­ son ended Friday with a loss at Godwin Heights. Knight poured in 12points in the contest. If the Trojans were able to get past Delton on Mon­ day night, they have a showdown with Hastings set for Wednesday at 8p.m. in Delton. Ladies Are You Ready For Swimsuit Season? Spring into action at bodies Only Fitness & Weight Loss Studio Contours Express is a ladies only fitness and weight loss cen­ ter devoted to helping women across the country reach their fitness goals in a structured, fun, and easy workout environ­ ment. Our workout is fast and fun, combining strength train­ ing with a cardio workout in only 29 minutes. It will fit into rhe busiest of schedules! 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(File Photo by Brett Bremer) � https://barrycountyhistoryportal.org/files/original/25/713/SunandNews_2003-03-11.pdf 1e51ee8703bc15a8cceb1b1424cf8848 PDF Text Text HASTINGS PUBLIC LIBRARY 121 S CHURCH ST 9 mi GS *' a j ^W.tMWux-1893 and News Your Hometown Newspaper Serving Middleville and Caledonia Areas 132nd year Middleville, Michigan 43333 No. i i/March 11, 2003 Davenport’s rezoning request recommended by Ruth Zachary Staff Writer Davenport University’s request for a “Flagship Campus” apparently is being well received in Caledonia Township The Planning Commis­ sion last week eagerly rec­ ommended Davenport’s re­ quest to rczone its property from Agricultural to High­ way Commercial (HC) zon­ ing on a parcel south of 60th Street west off Kraft Ave­ nue. The recommendation next will go to the Township Board for approval. Randolph Flechsig, presi­ dent of the university, told the commission members about plans for the campus construction. He said an important goal is "to diligently move for­ ward. If we are able to fund the project as we currently define in this point in time, our best, most optimistic es­ timate is to have students there by fall of 2005. It's ag­ gressive, but it’s contingent upon everything moving as planned. "We are doing this be­ cause there is a need. The sooner we are able to bring it to a conclusion, ... the bet­ ter for our students." Davenport has its origins in the Grand Rapids com­ munity, Flechsig said. The new cammts °f 27 in Michigan, and contiguous to the highway, would allow the university to expand to meet the changing needs of students, whereas the cur­ rent location inhibits growth, Flechsig said. "We believe that particu­ lar piece of property would provide us ample space to develop the type of environ­ ment for our students that we believe is important to their learning experience. We would view that site as being not only our flagship campus in the university system but also a gateway for this community, Caledo­ nia Township,” Flechsig said. "W*« lank forward to working with this body and individuals involved in this approval process." Flechsig introduced Col­ leen Wolf, vice president for operations. Amy Lucas with public relations, and Jona­ thon Anderson, attorney for Davenport. Wolf said they were ex­ cited about the project. "We do see it as a won­ derful and unique opportu­ nity for Caledonia Town­ ship, but also for our current students, and for our future students." She said, "We are com­ mitted to working with all of you on the Planning Com­ mission and on the Town­ ship Board to meet your re­ quirements as we move for­ ward on the project." "We’re also anxious to work with all of our Caledo­ nia neighbors." Wolf prom­ ised. and said "We did send out a letter to over 400 of our new neighbors. We are committed to staying in touch with all of the Caledo­ nia neighbors... to keep them informed as our project... develops." Wolf said a small re­ sponse to the mailing had been received, and all the re­ sponses have been very positive. During public comment. Foremost Insurance Corpo­ rate Services Manager Pete Murray, located across the street, welcomed Davenport officials. He said his com­ pany has concerns over traf­ fic flow impact on Kraft Avenue. Nearby resident Don Miesen said, "I think it s a great opportunity for Caledonia Township. I think they can help our community, im­ mensely." He said he was interested in anticipated campus housing. The issue was later ad­ dressed with an explanation that there would be some on-site housing, mostly for international students or ath­ letes, but most students must locate elsewhere. From UM) See Davenport, page 2 Reeder and DiAmico have a tougher time Girl Scouts plan cookie sales this weekend McKeown earns medal in fifth by Brett Bremer Sports Editor Anyone who wrestles, or knows wrestling, or watches wrestling knows how long two minutes can be. Lapeer West’s Nick Hen­ drick had two minutes to get one point. But TK senior Patrick McKeown wouldn’t let him have it. McKeown jumped to a 72 lead in the 135-pound fifth-sixth place match at the Individual State Wrestling Finals at the Palace on Sat­ urday. But an take down and a couple of back points left McKeown clinging to a one point lead heading into the final period. Two minutes can seem like a long time, but its an These girls from Troop 488 will end the selling eternity when you’re trying season on Saturday, March 15 at the Middleville to hold down an state quali­ Marketplace from 1 -5 p.m. fier who’s down one. “He’s a strong wrestler from a good team,” said McKeown of Hendrick. McKeown was able to ride him out and get the fifth place medal. He just missed out on his goal of placing in the top four, but was knocked out by a talented grappler, Lapeer West’s David Schlaud 6-0 in the consola­ tion semifinals. “Senior leadership made our team what it was this year,” said Trojan Coach Tom Lehman. “We’re gonna miss (McKeown’s) leader­ ship.” “And his wins,” added Coach Scott Marvin. McKeown opened the weekend of wrestling Thurs­ day night by lopping Mary s­ These girls from Troop 769 started the cookie booth season on Saturday. March ville’s Erik Arendt with a technical fall 15-0, but fell 1 by selling out all their cookies. Members of the Cherry Valley Neighborhood of the Girl Scouts of the Michigan Trails council have set booth sale dates so those who weren’t able to order cookies in advance can still help local troops reach their goals. On Friday, March 14 Troop 38 girls will set up a cookie booth al Market Place from 3:30 p.m. until 6 p.m. Then on Saturday. March 15 girls in Troop 488 will sell cookies to shoppers at Middleville Market Place from 1-5 p.m. All cookies are $3 a box. Local girl scouts work on community projects throughout the year and this is the major fund raiser for most troops. TK senior Pat McKeown embraces coach Tom Leh­ man after wrestling his way to a fifth place Medal Sat­ urday at the Individual State Wrestling Tournament in Auburn Hills. (Photo by Brett Bremer) in Friday’s opener to the Tecumseh’s Justin Sivils, eventual runner-up, Will and a 12-5 decision over Yipsilanti Lincoln’s Jacob O’Neill from Gaylord. A quick, 47 second, pin of See wrestling, page 18 In This Issue TK Odyssey of the Mind teams will compete Saturday TK School Board to adopt new texts Expansion recommended for Spring Valley Estates Marketplace, Town Center expansion plans proceeding �Page 2/The Sun and News. Middleville, Ml/March 11. 2003 TK eighth-grader Sam Scholtens wins regional spelling bee by Patricia .Johns Staff Writer Thornapple Kellogg Mid­ dle School eighth-grader Sam Scholtens knows he’s a good speller, he has the awards to show for it. He won the school spell­ ing bees when he was a fifth-, sixth- and eighth­ grader. Now as the winner of the regional bee at the Thornapple Kellogg High School auditorium Feb. 25. he gets to test his skills against 21 other regional winners Tuesday. March 18. in the Greater Grand Rapids Area Spelling Bee at the Gerald R. Ford museum. Scholtens competed against 15 other spellers at the regional bee, including the middle school runner-up. Mike Plants. Spellers came from Dutton Elementary School, Dutton Christian Middle School, St. Patrick School, Crestwood Middle School. John Ball Zoo School. Grandville Christian School and Central Elemen- tary School. Organizers of the ScrippsHoward National Spelling Bee make sure the spellers at each of the regional bees reflect equally, fifth grade and middle school spellers, as well as students from public and private schools. Each bee started at 4:30 p.m. on Feb. 25 with words both blissful and difficult challenged the spellers. The winner of the Greater Grand Rapids Spelling Bee will receive an all-expenseThe 16 spellers at the regional bee Feb. 25 included Mike Plants and Sam paid trip for the speller and Scholtens from Thomapple Kellogg Middle School. to parents to attend the Na­ tional Spelling Bee in Wash­ The following sentences leotard wearing posse fol­ ington D. C. May 28 and 29. correctly. Judges at the regional bee include some of the words lowed an hexagonal route Pronouncer Steve Evans were Gordie Dahlgren and which were missed by the which they tried to con­ says that Thornapple Kel­ Kim VanElst from TK Mid­ contestants in the bee. dense. logg has hosted the regional dle School and Sara Sisco at The seventh protagonist Attuned to the volatile bee for more than 10 years. Vista Charter Academy. was no intellectual. He had ambrosia, the baronet was “It is always great to see It took nine rounds for enlivened the party, usurped saved physically from elec­ how hard the students work Scholtens to win with the the affiliate and scalded a trocution by a cuticle. to get their words spelled word “coherent.” lozenge. Chasing him the Popcorn anyone? Sam Scholtens was the winner of the regional bee. He is pictured with pronouncer Steve Evans, and judges Gordie Dahlgren, Kim VanElst and Sara Sisco. American Legion Post Caledonia Food Events for March All events start at 5:30 p.m. • Public Welcome 'larf'’7,h: Fish Fry March nth: Fish Fry March inh: St. Patrick’s, Corned Beef Dinner *. 1 616-891-1882 by Cathy L. Rueter Staff Writer Eaten any popcorn lately? If it was Boy Scout popcorn, there’s a good chance it was purchased through Chris Van Der Scheer. Van Der Scheer was the top seller for the recent pop­ corn fundraiser for Troop 345, reaching sales of $1,388 this year. Although he tripled his sales from last year, this is the second year in a row that Van Der Scheer has earned the top sales honor. His closest competitor came in at a very respectable $598. Van Der Scheer, 14, is the son of Ken and Kim Van Der Scheer of Alto. He is a Caledonia High School ninth grader. He is currently Local #1002 continues free food distribution r Free food will be distrib­ uted at the UAW Union Hall. 295 Washington St. in Middleville at 5 p.m. Tues­ day, March 11, and Tues­ day, March 25. < Corned Beef Dinner at < Nighthawk o Food & Spirits 6950 Whitnewilk . 868 6336 J On Monday. March 17th «| Serving Dinner from 4 - 10 p.m. Come celebrate with us in our 17 year dinner tradition' Dinner includes potatoes, carrots, cabbage and rolls • Our Um<»us Ihurxlo Fi*h *»tli also b» a Life Scout, but is working toward his Eagle Scout ranking. According to his mom, he has three more merit badges to work toward before that honor is re­ ceived. “He did a really good job,” said his mom, Kim. “I was really surprised how much he sold. I was REALLY surprised when we had to deliver it all. They are saying at Scouts that he’s going to grow up to be a salesman,” she laughed. Van Der Scheer’s tech­ nique is simple. He goes door-to-door. Plus, he’s po­ lite and always has a smile. Sounds like good old-fash­ ioned sales techniques work the best - or maybe it’s the public’s affinity for food? ua Frida) \igbU durin* Lrwt' This distribution is a col­ laborative effort by the Food Bank of South Centra) Michigan, UAW Local #1002, the Middleville United Methodist Church and the Barry County United Way. It makes possi­ ble the continuation of the initiative started in Mid­ dleville last summer by un­ ion members and the Food Bank. Anyone who is at risk of going hungry qualifies to re­ ceive this food. John Anderson, union president, said, “If people you know have to choose between paying for other ex­ penses such as rent or medi­ cine and buying food, skip meals to make sure their children have enough to eat, or send their child to school without breakfast, they are at risk of going hungry.” The Food Bank is a United Way agency, and it is a member of America’s Second Harvest and the Food Bank Council of Michigan. Chris Van Der Scheer, 14, a CHS ninth grader, really knows how to sell to his public. He is the top popcorn seller for Troop 345 - for the second year running. 11 w G>M'O k J Salon Inc. Cdw & »J1 ijJjrTOC �The Sun and News. Middleville. Ml/March 11.2003/Page 3 Pre-school open house March 18 to celebrate program, Dr. Seuss by Patricia Johns Staff Writer The Community Educa­ tion Department and pre­ school teachers Joanne Law and Marilyn Whitney will be on hand to welcome par­ ents of students not enrolled in the preschool program to an open house on Tuesday. Mar. 18. The Thornapplc Kellogg Learning Center will be filled with laughter, books and fun as parents and 3 and 4 year olds get to explore the facilities and learn about the program. TK offers several differ­ ent preschool programs and all of them will be described during the evening so par­ ents can select the program that is best for their child. There will be information, fun activities and snacks. In a special nod to March as reading month. John and Mike Bremer from the Vil­ lage Players of Middleville will perform "Green Eggs and Ham" during the eve­ ning. For more information call 795-3397. Reading is an important part of preschool. Color the Cut and Highlight the Style Give our design team a call for a personal consultation at no charge! Teacher Joanne Law watches as a student shows and tells about his Corvette. Davenport, continued from page 1 to 2(X) now are housed at the Grand Rapids campus, Flechsig said. He said a sports facility is not planned at this time. If it were considered in the fu­ ture, Flechsig said it would be a facility that could also be used by the community. Commission Chairman Archie Warner said he was also interested in Kraft Ave­ nue and asked if there were any plans to work with the county and the Township Board to help upgrade it be­ cause of the extra traffic put on the road by the project. He suggested working with Foremost in that regard. Flechsig said it was early and no plans regarding Kraft, including with any other parties had been made at this stage. Commissioner Wally Bujak said he was pleased Dav­ enport officials had chosen to pursue rezoning to high­ ? NOW OPEN EVERYDAY S FOR OUR 25™ SEASON! MON.-SAT. 10-6; SUN. 10-4; WED. 10-8 s SPRINQ CLOTHINQ AND SWIMSUITS ARE HERE!! I Lots ofNEWLafy Sweatshirts Available Now! Some Lake Shirts at 1/2 Price! IH02 Chief Soondiv. Gun Like 269-795-9947 way commercial rather than to ask for a special use un­ der the ag zoning. He said HC zoning made the "proc­ ess for planning, review, etc., makes the work a little bit easier for the Planning Commission." He said HC zoning had many specific definitions of standards, such as building materials, parking, etc. He said he looked forward to working with Davenport on the pro­ ject. Matthew Mahacek asked what the student population would be. Flechsig answered the first phase would accommo­ date up to 2.400 students, but hopes are to expand in the future. "We currently have about 1,800 students on campus downtown." He was not sure if a planned unit development (PUD) site plan would be pursued. Village Players scholarship is available The Village Players of Middleville will present a $500 scholarship to a gradu­ ating senior from Thornap­ ple Kellogg High School. Seniors must plan to ma­ jor or minor in a field of study the includes the visual or performing arts. Applications may be ob­ tained from the guidance counseling office. The Village Players raise money for the scholarship through their Vintage Vil­ lage series of buildings. The group is well known for their dinner theater presenta­ tions each year. So are field trips, Here preschoolers develop their large motor skills and social behavior dur­ ing a trip to the MidVilla Bowling Center. (They were there on the same day as high school ad­ vanced phys ed stu­ dents.) 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Hard to find 18* acre parcel m Thornapple Kellogg schools' Over 5 acres of woods, lots of perennial plant­ ings gardening, camping and picnic areas’ Call Kay or Craig $189,900 FOR MORE MIDDLEVILLE, GUN LAKE AND CALEDONIA AREA PROPERTIES, PLEASE SEE OUR ADS ON PAGE 2 OF THE REMINDER, IN THE GRAND RAPIDS PRESS, THE HOMES DIGEST AND THE PENASEE GLOBE. �Page 4/The Sun and News, Middleville. MUMarch 11, 2003 New items at the TK Community and School Library Adult Fiction - Bitter­ sweet. Five Days in Paris. The Wedding, and Silent Honor, all by Danielle Steel; Silent Night and You Belong To Me. by Mary Higgins Clark: Last Man Standing by David Baldacci; In the For­ est by Edna O’Brien; In Revere. In Those Days by Roland Meruilo: The Sold­ ier’s Return by Melvyn Bragg; The King of Torts by John Grisham; The Last Giris by Lee Smith; When The Emperor Was Divine by Julie Otsuka. Biographies - Master of the Senate; The Years of Lyndon Baines Johnson by Robert Caro; Pirate Hunter: The True Story of Captain Kidd by Richard Zacks. Adult Non-Fiction - the Lives of the Muses: Nine Women and The Artists They Inspired by Francine Prose; Lusitania: An Epic Tragedy by Diana Preston; Measuring America: How An Untamed Wilderness Shaped the U.S. and Ful­ filled the Promise of a Dem­ ocracy by Andro Linklater; Unchained Memories: LOCAL CHURCH DIRECTORY ALASKA BAPTIST CHURCH A Living Church - Serving a Living Lord Morning Worship . 9 30 a m Fellowship Time......................... 10:35 am Sunday Schcxil........................... 10:50 a m. Evening Praise . .6:00 p m. WEDNESDAY Family Night 6 30 p.m 7240 68th Street. SE - Caledonia 2 miles east of M-37 • Pastor, Dr Brian F Harrison Youth Pastor Kevin Stiles C 0 M M (Jfc I I Y CHURCH a place to belong a place to become (Contemporary, Casual, Non denominational) Sunday Morning Worship 9 :30 6 1100 am. Youth Ministry ............................................ 891-0576 Mow meeting In our new building at 8175 Broadmoor4 Rev. Mu had Stowell. lead Pastor Joe Cipcic, Worship leader Denns Houma. Youth Pastor Chunh Office 616 891 0287 Visit our web site www brightside org______ CALEDONIA CHRISTIAN REFORMED CHURCH FIRST BAPTIST CHURCH OF MIDDLEVILLE M-37, north of Middleville • ^95-9726 Bruce V Stewart. Senior Pastor Fun A. Vine. Am*. Pastor Youth Douglas G. Beason. Visitation Pastor Gary Weaver. Musk Minister Pastor David Stewart. CE Children's Pastor Sunday School Sunday Morning Ubrship Service Sunday Evening Service Wednesday Mid Week Prayer Word of Life Chibs 9 45 a m 1100 a.m . 600 p m 645 p.m. . 6 45 pan. MIDDLEVILLE CHRISTIAN REFORMED 708 W. Main Street Morning Worship Service Sunday School Evening Worship Service 10:00 a.m. 1115 a.m. 6:00 p.m YOU ARE INVITED GRACE UNITED REFORMED CHURCH Services at 9 30 a m. and 6 p.m. 3449 - 76th St. S.E., Caledonia 698-9660 Rev. R. Scott Greenway, Pastor Keith Stulp, Youth Director Al Tiemeyer, Community Calling 9255 84th Street, Alto, Ml 49302 One mile east of Whilneyville Rd A Church for today’s world Spirit-filledfamily Church. Church Office: (616) 891-1512 M-37 at 100th St. Rev P Adams Phone 891-8440 Sunday School for ages 3 yr. thru 6th grade Sr. High, Sun. 6:30 pm Jr. High. Sun. 6:30 pm Meeting you. your friends, and your family - right where you re at - through: Rev. Dave LeBlanc, Pastor Phone 891-9259 jrFletljotiiSt QDljiircIj 5590 Whitneyville Ave., S.E. Alto, Ml 49302 Relevant Messages Dynamic Music Quality Child Care and Programs Worship i fours 900 a m and 1030 a_m Rev. Royle Bailard, Pastor Phone 868S437 A CALEDONIA fl- UNITED METHODIST Mi I Ills Mini V "Identifying the Dark Sidt Worship Services.................. 8.30 a.m. and 11 00 a.m. Sunday Sd»<x»l . 9 45 am Coffee Fellowship 10 30 am (Nurscn available throughout) Res Norman Kohns • (616) S9I-8I67 Church Office 616^91-8669 . Eax 891-8648 www caledoniaumc org ALASKA CONGREGATION 8146 68th st near WMneyvie Ave M-37 between Middleville & Caledonia CHRISTIAN REFORMED Sunday Worship: 8:30 a.m. Traditional II a.m. Contemporary 6 p.m. Praise/Bible Study Community Churcri A Place for Family & Friends 6201 Whitnewilk Avenue. Allo Contemporary Worship Sunday School for All Ages Evening Worship Pastor Roger Hullman • Church Office WWW lakesidecoaHnumry org 9 30 am 10 45 am 6.00 p.m. 868-0391 . 9 45 am Located in Leighton Towmhip Corner of 2nd Street and l+lnd Avenue Praise Singing 10 50 t m A30 am Trachtarui SiSkiiv Viaxii for AH .Ages Morning Worship 1100 a m SunJUi Benxng Senar Wed Fellowship .730pm Pastor EG Frizzell Church Ph. 616-868-6810 • Pastor j Ph 616-897-6740 11.15 ta Crteaporan 1000 am 500 pm FV FnrmM Pre-SdawEi* 6 30 pm AdufcBMeStudk-V«jhesd» 630pm to 7Or\5£Nb • XOKMaX Rev. Dr. Jack Doorlag. Interim Minister Nursen & children’s activities dunng all services. For more information: (616) 891-8119 ____________ ________________________________ Sunday Morong Vbchp Church School. Sunday Mid-Week at the Oasis - Wed. 6:30 PM Informal mid-week acoustic Praise and Worship service AH Services have a Nurserq available • Barner Free Office Phone 89! 8688 Newt Cheek out our new web site SS. CYRIL and METHODIUS CHURCH Preaching the Living Word Serving The Risen Lord Sunday School........................ 9:30 a.m. Sunday Morning Worship .10:30 a.tn. (Jr. Church & Nursery available.) Currently meeting at: Emmons Lake Elementary 8950 Kraft SE, Caledonia Rev. Dennis Ross Church: (616) 868-7425 UNITED METHODIST CHURCHES Middleville - Parmelee 9 30 a m Mtddlevfle Morning Worship Sunday School (Addts) Nursery • Grode 5 Grades 68 Sunday Evervngs Grades9-12 Sunday Evenings Grades 6-12 Wednesday Evenings 1100 am 9 45 a m 1100am 506615 p m 6 30-800pm 600-7 30 p m. Ret Lee Zach man Church Office Phone - 795-9266 community Lakeside Leighton Church Connnimitv of Traditional Service 8:30 AM Acoustic Praise 8r Worship Service 11.00 AM Sunday School 8r Adult Bible Study 9:45 AM WAYFARER, I to Vine! Miiulav. March 16th: Missouri S^nod Comer of 84th St and Kraft in Caledonia I mile west of M-37 Parmelee Morning Worship Sunday School...10:00 am. Morning Worship... 11:00 am. Evening Worship...6:00 p.m. Wednesday Prayer Meeting...7:00 p.m. Saturday Evening Mass ... .5:00 p.m. Sundax Mass . .9:00 a.m. & 11:00 a.m. 'I THORNAPPLE BIBLE CI II IRC 11 Sunday Worship . . . .9:30 a.m and 6:00 p.m. (Child & Adult) (During the School Year) Kraft Avenue at Johnson Street + St Paul Lutheran Church As of now. the 9 30 Mass of SS Cyril & Methodius will take place at St. Therese Church in Wayland while the final Service Times: Sunday School................................................... 9:45a.m. phase of the building of the church Morning Worship....................................11:0() a m takes place. Mass at SS. Cyril & Method­ Evening Worship............................................. 6:00p.m ius will resume again July 13.2003, when Youth Group:............................. 6:00 p.m. Sunday the dedication takes place We apolo­ Midweek 7:00 p.m. Wed. gize for the inconvenience _______ 9:30 a m. Thurs. 10 AM Sunday Morning 12200 West Ml 79 Highway (Chief Noonday Road) Wayland. Ml 49348 • 795-7903 Wednesday 6:00 P.M. Evening Prayer prion# 795-2370 or 946-9327 Vicar - Rev. David T. Huutwick 1664 N. M-37 Highway Middleville. Ml 49333 • 945-1555 Located near the corner of M-37 and McCann Proclaiming the Whole Counsel of God GUN LAKE COMMUNITY CHURCH |Tcfxc] _________ www.StPaulCaledonia.org "4 Church with a caring heart for our community and the world" CALEDONIA HOLY FAMILY CATHOLIC CHURCH McCann Rd. (In Ining) Sunday Service Time* 9:15 A.M. Morning Prayer (Holy Communion 2nd Sunday) 11:00 A.M. Holy Communion Pastor Robert Gerke • Pastor David Ziehr Rev Tom DeVries. Pastor - 795-9901 Middleville Good Shepherd Wesleyan Church Lutheran Church 908 W Main Street (Missouri Synod) Worship......................................... 9:30 a.m. Sunday School......................... 11:00 a.m. Adult Bible Class........................ 11:00 a m. Ret E. Anthony Sikom Church: (616) 795-2391 2415 Readings From Slave Narratives by Henry Louis Gates. Children’s Fiction Snowmen at Night by Caralyn Buehner. twoonc Famr Redeemer Covenant Church —Lighting Up Lives for GodSunday Worship 9*30 am Chnsuan Education Hour 11:00 am Wednesday J Family Night 5 45-800 pm Pastor Paul M Hilinun Youth Pasta Das id Lnkson 6951 Hanna Lake Avenue. Cdeduma 6166968QU1 rtdeemeRfisenjnet wunrsedeemercovenantorg A meMm^thttwnfhcd CamenM Omdm afAmenci Church Finding the Way Together! An informal, contemporary church committed to our community. Sunday Worship is at 10:00am in Caledonia Middle School's cafeteria. Everyone is welcome! Pastor: Rev Josh Blunt Contact our Dutton office at (6/6) 65-65-WAY Check our web site www. warfarerccMrt whitneyville BIBLE CHURCH 8546 Wh^neyv^e Ave at 84^ V- . 891-8661 "The Church where everybody is somebody... and Jesus is Lord " Meeting at Caledonia High School Sunday School 930am Scrooy Mcrnng Wonhp 1030 am ‘.‘eeN-.g at crape or. Whr'eydte Av© Suxtay E vervrg Yrorsrc i> 00 p m Wea FAa*ee* Prayer 8 B»e Study 700 p m Sev ’homa Sud • 3ev <or 3ashor. Assoc Pastor Aecve wnitneyvteofcie org �The Sun and News. Middleville. Ml/March 11. 2003/Page 5 Ask yourself these questions about retirement If you have many years styles. You mas want to company-sponsored plans, you need to build a retire­ left until retirement, you work until 65 and then open such as 401(k)s; and person­ ment portfolio that contains might not think much about up a small business. Your al savings and investments. ...you'll want to it. After all, you’re busy with neighbors may want to retire Because everyone's situation estimate how much work, family, activities - early and spend their time is different, theres no cne who has the luxury to think traveling the world. Because "formula" for determining you'll have to live on about retiring? And yet, by each of us has his or her own the percentage of your during retirement, asking yourself some key unique retirement vision, retirement income that must and how much you questions about your retire­ we ll also end up with differ­ come from each of these can afford to ment, you’ll be far better pre­ ent financial needs during sources. However, it makes pared for the day when it retirement - which means we sense for you to do all you withdraw each year. need to create personalized can to build your resources arrives. in all three areas. What types of questions savings and investment • How much can I with­ a sizable amount of growthshould you be posing to strategies. • Where will my financial draw each year of my retire­ oriented investments that your sc IP Here are a few to resources come from? Most ment? Thanks to advances in also meet your needs for consider: • What s my "vision" for people get their money for medicine and a growing diversification and your per­ from three awareness of the importance sonal tolerance for risk. retirement? We all envision retirement • Will I face big tax bills? different retirement life­ sources: Social Security; of healthy lifestyles, you can probably expect to spend Many people assume that their tax obligations will between two and three decades in retirement. That's automatically drop when a long time - and you cer­ they retire, but that doesn't tainly don t want to outlive always happen. Your income your resources. Consequent­ from investments could eas­ ly, you'll want to estimate ily keep you in the same lax how much you'll have to live bracket, or even push you to Members of STRIKE, for this particular concert is on during retirement, and a higher one. To prevent this many of whom arc Caledo­ STRIKE. .Lead by director. how much you can afford to from happening, you'll want nia students, will be in con­ Don Raaymaker. students withdraw each year. to consistently keep taxes in cert with the Grand Rapids from Caledonia and East • Am I protected against mind when you invest. You Symphonic Band during its Kentwood High Schools inflation? If inflation heats may want to explore tax-free make music out of every­ up again, your purchasing options, such as the Roth annual Children's Concert The concert is scheduled thing from tambourines to power could be seriously IRA. Tax-deferred vehicles, for 3 p.m. Sunday. March 16 tra.>h cans. diminished during your such as your 401 (k) or tradi­ Tickets are available at retirement years. That's why tional IRA. are also valuable at Kentwood Community the door. Adults tickets are Church. The X()-mcmbcr Sym­ $10. senior citizens, $7 and phonic Band will play music students tickets arc $5. A that appeals to children of family pass is $20. all ages. The special guest STRIKE in concert with GR Sympohnic Band Richard Count to celebrate 70th birthday Richard Count will cele­ brate his 70th birthday on March 15, 2003. You may send Dick birthday wishes to: Richard Count, 1525 S. Yankee Springs Rd., Middleville. MI 49333. File Your Taxes Yet??? We Can Help!! C & K Business Services. LLC CPA Give us a call. We can help you take advantage of the new tax laws W Phone: 616-891-5789 Email: kjohnson@ckbusserx.com 612 E Main Street Caledonia, Ml 49316 Superintendent to speak to TK PTO Thornapple Kellogg Su­ perintendent Kevin Konarska will attend the next par­ ent-teacher organization meeting scheduled for 7 p.m. Wednesday. March 26, in the all-purpose room at Page Elementary. "I am looking forward to meeting with parents and talking with them about the schools," Konarska said. "Parents are important to our success and I appreciate this opportunity to discuss school issues with them." could rise tremendously by the time you're retired. To protect your financial inde­ pendence. you may want to invest in a long-term care policy, which transfers the risk of paying for long-term care from you to an insurer. By thinking of these and other retirement-related in­ quiries. you'll motivate yourself to take action that can help ensure the type of retirement you want. If you’re diligent, asking the right questions can lead to finding the right answers but. sooner or later, taxes will be due. One key to pre­ venting these taxes from overwhelming you is to plan your withdrawals carefully, so that you’re not taking out more than you need. • Can I maintain my finan­ cial independence? If you were to ever need some type of long-term care, such as an extended stay in a nursing home, you could face cata­ strophic costs. In fact, the average cost of a year's slay in a nursing home is about $50,000 - and these costs La Leche League to meet Thursday The La Leche League will meet at 10 a.m. Thursday. March 13. at 1546 Payne Lake Road. Yankee Springs Township. LaLeche League is a non­ sectarian. non-profit organi­ zation that encourages women to breastfeed their babies and offers them sup­ port and information. The name LaLeche means "the milk" in Spanish. The group holds a series of meetings Thursday morn­ ings in and around Barry County, including Vermont­ ville, Clarksville and the Yankee Springs area. There essentially are four topics, with one being presented each month. This month's topic will be "The Art of Breastfeeding and Overcoming Difficul­ ties." All women who are breastfeeding or arc preg­ nant and interested in breast­ feeding arc welcome to at­ tend the meetings Babies and toddlers also are wel­ come. The group also has a lending library with topics on pregnancy, childbirth, child development and nutri­ tion. Eor more information about La Leche League and its meetings or for help with breastfeeding, call Kathy Othmer at (517) 726-1264. Eor directions, call (269) 795-7021. All parents in the school district are invited to attend this meeting. Lions Club selling roses The Middleville Lions Club is participating in the annual Rose Day sale. The roses will be delivered on Saturday. April 12. The last day to order from any Lions Club member is Thursday, March 27. The roses are $20 per dozen. TK SCHOOL LUNCH MENUS Wednesday. March 12 Breakfast for lunch. Scrambled eggs w/ham. potato rounds dr ham and cheese on a bun. juice box. Thursday. March 13 Spaghetti w/meat sauce, bread stick or Rib B Q on a bun. tossed salad, apple­ sauce. milk. Friday. March 14 Pizza or fish sticks. California blend, apple, milk. Monday. March 17 Foot long hot dog or ham­ burger cm a bun. french fries, lime sherbet, milk. Tuesday. March 18 Vegetable soup w/bosco bread stick or ham and cheese on a bun. baby car­ rots. banana. The money raised will go to help local and regional charities. To order roses call 269795-3606. Freestyle Cruising and Hawaii. The perfect combination. Enjoy th® freedom of NCI’s Freestyle Zrutung'* a» you cruise »o the four main Hawaiian islands and rhe Pacific hideaway of Farming Island aboard Norwegian Star. Designed specifically for rhe Aloha Slate, there's no better way to see all of Hawaii, and no better Hawaiian vacation. HAWAII 7-11 days from NORWEGIAN $699\ f Premier Travel 554 0311 �Page 6/The Sun and News, Middleville. Ml/March 11,2003 TK Odyssey of the Mind teams will compete Saturday Page students on Tom Ward's Put a Spin on It team are ready for this Saturday’s competition in Rockford. Keith Middlebush's team will compete in the second division of The Know It All problem. Curtis. Matthew Davidson. Kayla Kermeen. Hanna Sabri. Joshua Scott and Katy Tobin in ‘Fooled Ya!” In this problem, the team has to create a performance with illusions and special ef­ fects. The budget for this tary School and at the Thor­ napple Kellogg Middle Staff Writer Can you build a balsa School have been spending wood structure that will the last several months do­ withstand weight? Can you ing all those things (men­ create a prop that changes? tioned above) and more. Write an eight-line poem And they have been doing it about a real place and a spin on a budget and in less than explanation for it? Is vehicle eight minutes. The teams will be per­ building your specialty? What do you know about forming Saturday at Rock­ power sources, artificial in­ ford High School in the Re­ telligence or creating special gion 10 Odyssey of the Mind competition. Page stu­ effects? Students at Page Elcmcn- dents will compete in Diviby Patricia Johns i? ileasnve f-HAIR DESIGNERS problem is $ 100. Creating their own solu­ tions to the problem "Put a Spin on It" are teams coached by Tom Ward and Sue VandcrWood. In this Continued next page OPEN 6 DAYS a Week Evenings Always Available LNow open late VMONDAY, WEDNESDAY, ■ THURSDAY These middle school students on Gail Wachtor’s team are working on the solution to Fooled Ya! Call today for Appointments! 122 E. Main St., Middleville (next to Phil's Pizza) Call 795-J719 For Your Appointment! sion 1 and the middle school students in Division II. The long term problem solutions are open to the public. Teams also compete Gnfuifc Real Estate For The Real WorldSM Caledonia • 9175 Cherry Valiev Pearson-Cook 891-8980 in spontaneous problem solving events, which are closed to the public. The top teams in each problem, determined by the number of teams competing, will compete at the state competition in Kentwood at the end of April. At Page, five teams will be competing. Diane Hallberg is coach­ ing Mark Beilfuss, Daniel Sue VanderWood’s Page Put a Spin on It team don’t have to compete against the other Page team at the regional level since the competition is divided into two divisions. Some things are meant to be a certain way... 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For information on newly constructed homo and vacant lou currently available call: Rotwn Dawsoo .NJ-MH Dawe Krumai 415-47*3 Da»« Pratt $134334 moreir hate motum. �The Sun and News. Middleville. Ml/March 11, 2003/Page 7 This all girl middle school team coached by Lil Hawkins can t wart to show they “Know it all." From previous page problem, teams present an original performance about the development of a great human accomplishment. The teams also have to create spin sessions about their chosen accomplishment and do it by spending less than $125. Students on Ward’s team are Clara Ward, Geoff Al­ baugh. Rachel Bruxvoort, Spencer Nau It. Anne Brower, Dominic Thompson and Alex Marble. Students on VanderWood’s team are Kelly Hine, Tyler Stover, Sarah Roskam. Ted Rosenberg, Ashley Kidder. Jessica Hornak and Kelli Mellen. Dirk VanDiver’s team is reaching for the stars and working on a solution to the A Scene from Above problem. These students on Curt Wissink’s team from Page understand the nature of balsa wood. They will be competing in the Odd Pod Structure problem. BANKRUPTCY ► WAGE GARNISHMENTS fc. HARASSING CREDITOR PHONE CALLS ► LAWSUITS * FORECLOSURES ► collections We Can Help! 269-945-6320 877-213-DEBT (3328) KuZAVA&KUZAVA,plc USE. Coor* Si. • Ml Curt Wissink’s team has been building and testing balsa wood structures on pods and holding as much weight as possible. There are weight and dimensional requirements the team must meet. They can also only spend $125 on their solu­ tion. His team members are Lindsey Clark, Cassie De­ Haan, Randy Hodges, Jacob Myers, Caitlin Nosonav and Josh Steensma. Dirk VanDiver’s team is working on a solution to “A scene from above” which re­ quires the team to create three small vehicles. The ve­ hicles will be powered by different types of energy sources. The team also has to present a humorous per­ formance in a three dimen­ sional representation of Earth as viewed from space, which they create. This problem is sponsored by the National Aeronautic and Space Administration. This is the third year that an Odyssey of the Mind prob­ lem has been sponsored by NASA. Team members are Becca Campeau. Bryan Kars. Nick Weesie. Corrin Bruxvoort. Eli Bergsma. Ali Shaw and Kam Scllcck This team has to spend less than $135. At the middle school, teams coached by Keith Middlebush and Lil Hawk­ ins are competing for “The Know It AU” dominance. In this problem, the teams have to design and build a charac­ ter that possesses “artificial intelligence” and which can complete team-created tasks all for less than S135. Students on Middlebush's team are Kate Wilson. Yaritza Schaefer-Space. Kindra Burger. Mike Berry­ man. Keith Burger and Sarah Laycock. Hawkins has been coach­ ing Chelsea Oostveen. Sarah Baird. Jennifer Berryman. Chloe Brower, and Brittney Benjamin. Students working on the Division II. Put A Spin on it. problem are Kailee An­ derson. Kaleigh Borrink. Elena Gormley. Aaron Mar­ shall. Whitley Bremer and Kendall Moore. They are coached by Patricia Johns. Gail Wachter’s team of Cade Dammen. Gina Man­ cuso. Nick Karelse, Abe Kim. Josh Haney. Jared Jo­ hannsen and Jake Bauer have been working on the Division II solution to “Fooled Ya.” Community members* who have volunteered to judge at the competition in­ clude Jason Swan. Ruth Perino, Lisa Berryman, Voni Lucas. Jim Hallberg. David Kruithoff, and Tina Ward. Others who are volunteer­ ing to help at regional com­ petition are Barb Burger. Michael Gormley, Beth Bauer, and Sherry Kruithoff. This year’s team his been coordinated by Deb Smith and Assistant Superinten­ dent Patricia Koeze. Long term solutions for each team are VanDiver's “A Scene from Above.” Teams will compete in the Rockford Freshman Build­ ing’s gym at 1:50 p.m. The Know It All problem at the Division II level has so many teams that there will be two different groups of solvers. Middlebush's team will compete in the High School gym balcony at 10:10 a.m. with Div. II A group. Hawkin’s team will compete in the second group at 11:25 with the Div. II B group in the High School gym. Each of these groups will send teams to the state competi­ tion. At the Division I level, the Put A Spin On It teams have also been split into two divisions. The Page Elemen­ tary team coached by Ward competes in the Div. A group in the High School vocal music room at 3:10 p.m. Vanderwood's team com­ petes in the Div. IB group at 9:45 a.m. in the High School band room. The Middle School Div. II team will compete at 2:35 p.m. in the High School auditorium. The Page Odd Pod Struc­ ture team will compete in the High School wrestling rwm at 12:40 p.m. The Page Fooled Ya! team will be competing in the Div. 1A group in class­ rooms 101 103 in the Fresh­ man Building at 2:40 p.m. The Middle School Div. II team will be competing at 2:35 p.m. in the cafeteria of the Freshman Building Call 945-9554 for classifieds 12 L W KH L Shirts & More « WdFnlhkM S<- Mskileville, Ml 49JJ) S»ll04 CksdTw&Sss Debbie Blough, Owner "Quality Gifts at affordable prices!” Gifts for everyone and all occasions, including NASCAR, John Deere, Coca Cola as well as T-shirts, Sweatshirts etc. of a community foundation Features Giving through a community foundation can be an efficient way to support a charitable cause or organization. SIMPLICITY Creating a philanthrope fund through a community foundation can avoid the legal complexity, administrative burdens and compliance requirements of establishing and maintaining a private foundation. 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Senior parents' sub saled to aid post-grad party Thornapple Kellogg schools” parents working to fund a safe after-graduation gathering this spring are working hard on another fund-raiser. The group is selling 10inch ham, pepperoni and cheese sub sandwiches for $3 each. The sandwiches will be created by Phil's Restaurant in Middleville. The sale ends this Friday, March 14. Senior parents have order forms or anyone interested in buying these subs can send their order to Tammy Stark, 1330 Lynn Drive, Middleville. MI 49333. She is also taking orders over the telephone at 269-795-8874 Contact any senior parent to order. Do not call or send money to Phil s. Proceeds go to the 2003 Senior Class Party. Just Say AH Meet Dr. Jennifer Battiste, primary care physician, along with life long Caledonia resident Leon Vandertaan, PA-C, at the Caledonia Office of Advantage Health. Dr. Battiste and Leon Vandertaan look forward to meeting you and providing you and your family with personal, comprehensive health care services. Accepting new patients 616-913-8850 or 891 -2503 Priority Health and Aetna insurance accepted. men's & women's health obstetrics - kids & teens ~ seniors Seventh-graders selected as students of the month for February were (from left, front row) Rachel Bickford, Angela Book, Zachary Boonstra, Tucker Bower­ man and Elizabeth Coon (center row) are Marcus DeJesus, Kan DePew. Devon Dubois and Matthew Dundas. In the third row are Sydney Kilmartin, Kenneth Riley, Nicholas Rogers, Courtney Smith. Stephanie Stearns and Katie VanderGeld. Kaleigh Borrink was not present when this picture was taken. Advantage HEALTH Physicians 9090 South Rogers Ct.. Caledonia. Ml - www.advantagehealth.org Celebrating their last February as eighth-graders and their selection as stu­ dents of the month were Blake Berkimer, Alex Clemons, Brandon Coburn and Corey Humphrey in the front row. In the center are Elizabeth Ketchum, Neil La­ voie, Lindsey Meaney and Samantha Meeuwes. In the third row are Dennis Ol­ son, Ellen Phillips, Abigail Quisenberry, Samuel Scholtens, Michelle Starr and Ashley VanderMeer. Reproductive health class updated at TK The Thornapple Kellogg school district is in the proc­ ess of updating the repro­ ductive health curriculum for the high school. If ap­ proved the curriculum and textbook will be imple­ mented for the 2003-2004 school year. The members of the Re­ productive Health Commit­ tee, teachers, administrators, counselors and parents, ap­ proved this curriculum and textbook on Feb. 18. The book is Glencoe Health, published Glencoe McGraw Hill with a copy­ right date of 2004. Plans are to have repro­ ductive health be taught as part of freshman physical education courses with a more extensive semester long class offered to juniors and seniors as an elective. The curriculum and book will go to the Board of Edu­ cation for adoption at the Apnl 14 meeting. Any parent or community member who would like to review these materials can come to the TK high school conference room on Thurs­ day, March 13 at 6 p.m. or Thursday, March 20 at 9:30 a.m. Wild Turkey Hunting Workshop Lakeside Community Church 6201 Whitneyville SE, Alto Thursday, March 13, 7:00 p.m. Come to learn techniques and strategies for hunters and the lat­ est information on the hunting sea­ son which begins in April. The public is invited. Bring a friend. For more information call 868-0391 No admission charge. �The Sun and News, MiddleviHe, Ml/March 11 2003/Page9 CHS concert and silent auction rescheduled by Cathy L. Rueter Staff Writer Due to the snow day in February, the Caledonia High School Orchestra, alongwith the elementary and middle school orches­ tras had to reschedule theirWinter Concert and silent auction. They will be holding the rescheduled concert on Tuesday, March 25. The concert is in conjunction with a silent auction to raise The nest is crowded with ducklings. One of which is not like the others. TK Players are in tune for ‘HONK” production bv Patricia Johns Staff Writer There will be feathers ga­ lore in sight as thcTK high school actors present the new musical “HONK" at 7:30 p.m. Thursday. Friday and Saturday. March 13, 14 and 15, in the Thornapple Kellogg High School audito­ rium. Tickets will be available at the door. They are $4 each. “HONK,” written in 1998 by George Stiles and An­ thony Drewe, is quickly gaining popularity. It is a musical comedy based on the story of the ugly duck­ ling. whose odd. gawky looks instantly incite preju­ dice from his family and neighbors. Separated from the farm and pursued by a hungry cat. Ugly must find his way home. During his rollicking and harrowing journey he finds love and acceptance and dis­ covers his true beauty and strength. Spring Community Ed classes set This spring area residents can improve their physical fitness, learn about Micro­ soft Word, improve their fi­ nancial understanding, get their dog to stay and even plan a water garden for their home. Fitness classes include kick boxing for beginners, interval training and water aerobics. The first two classes are offered on Mon­ days and Wednesdays with the water aerobics offered on Tuesdays and Thursdays. Call the Community Educa­ tion office at 795-3397 for information on fees and times. In just 5 weeks new com­ puter users can become pro­ ficient in Microsoft Word and its applications. This class starts Monday, April 14. Drew McFadden will lead three classes on finance on Thursday, March 20, Tues­ day. March 25 and Thurs­ day, April 24. He will cover topics as diverse as war, ter­ rorism, planning for retire­ ment and coping with the volatile market. On Thursday, March 27 Don Apol will present ideas for planning a backyard wa­ ter garden. Beginning on Monday, March 24 Courtney Appel will begin working with the Family Dentistry of Caledonia Ask us about our new office Dr Gary Scott, D.D.S. 9958 Cherry Valley Ave. SE Caledonia (616)891-0004 Fax (616) 891-5170 glsdds@tserv.net owners of dogs. 5 months old and older, teaching the basic elements of dog train­ ing. At the first class, which is for the owners only without their dogs, Appel will check that all dogs have the proper vaccinations. She will also go over any supplies owners will need to bring. She uses positive training techniques to enhance the bond between the owner and the dog. The goal is to im­ prove overall obedience. Appel will stress the ba­ sics of sit, down, stay, come and loose leash walking. For more information about any of these classes call Community Ed at 7953397. Call 945-9554 to place your Sun & News ACTION-AdJ Reach over 11,000 area homes JB HARRISON INSURANCE AGENCY COMPETITIVE HOME RATES Hastings Mutual Judy Harrison 6090 Alden Nash, Alto 868-0050 money for the High School Orchestra. As planned before, the elementary and middle school orchestras will be performing in the Caledonia High School Performing Arts Center (PAC) at 6 p.m. The auction will be held at 7 p.m. in the CHS Com­ mons. The CHS Orchestra will then begin its portion of the concert at 8 p.m. in the PAC. Concerning the silent auc­ TK swim lesson registration March 20 The Community Educa­ tion Department has set the dates and times for swim­ ming lessons this spring. Lessons will be held on Mondays and Wednesdays from April 16 through May 12 which is 8 pool visits per class. If needed, the make up date is May 14. The cost is $20. Level 2. primary skills and level 3, stroke readiness, will be taught from 6-6:40 p.m. Level 4. stroke develop­ ment and Level 5, stroke re­ finement will be taught from 6:45 to 7:25 p.m. Level 6. skill proficiency and Level 7, advanced skills, will be taught from 7:30-8:10 p.m. Registration for residents who live in the district be­ gins on Thursday, March 20 at the Community Education Office at 507 W. Main Street in the TK Learning Center. Walk-in registration starts at 8:30 a.m. and phone regis­ tration starts at 9 a.m. Registrations will not be accepted before March 20. If there are any openings in any of the classes, resi­ dents who live outside the district may call beginning March 31. The Community Educa- I I I I I I I I I I I I I I I I I I I I I I I I I I I I I tion department can be reached at 795-3397. tion. bid sheets will accom­ pany each item. The highest bidder on each sheet will be awarded the item. Items such as a children s gift bas­ ket. a "tea for two" gift bas­ ket and a large framed pho­ tograph of the University of Michigan Stadium, are just a few of the items up for auc­ tion. Proceeds from the auction are going to help supple­ ment the orchestra's budget for equipment, scholarships, clinicians to work with stu­ dents and additional uni­ forms. For further information about the concert or any other CHS orchestra infor­ mation. contact Orchestra Instructor. Pete DeLille, at 616-891-8129. The newest, largest, jazziest^ addition to the “Fun Ship.” fleet: CARNIVAL CONQUEST, Strike up the band Betause New Orleans is introducing a whole new class of "fun Ship to the Western Caribbean. 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Rueter Staff Writer The Caledonia Fire Res­ cue station doesn't have just a new fire chief milling around; it also has seven new part-time firefighters among its occupants. The new firefighters, as well as the seasoned mem­ bers and Chief Brian Ben­ nett, are family members and friends to many in the Caledonia community. In fact, that’s why most be­ came firefighters to begin with - to help out in the community where they live. Although much has been written about the political and economical aspects of Bennett and his new role as Caledonia’s first fulltime fire chief, little has been said about the man under the hel­ met. In a recent interview, Bennett shared information about his (two) families, the one at home and the one at the station. He also talks about maintaining the serv­ ices that the community has come to expect from Cale­ donia Fire Rescue. Bennett has been married to his wife Marcia (Hoven) for 20 years. The couple have two sons, Tony, 15, and Brad, 10. Bennett is very familiar Jeremy Wohlford is a firefighter through and through. Besides his regular job and Caledonia Fire Rescue, he is also a firefighter with the Battle Creek Air National Guard Fire Department. Tammy (Van Belzen) Beemer is one of the two women on the Caledonia Fire Rescue. Although new to the station, rescue work is nothing new in her life. with Caledonia having grown up right down the road in Middleville. He is a 1979 graduate of Thornap­ ple Kellogg. He and his family have been residents of Caledonia for the past 14 years. His parents, Gary and Au­ drey Bennett, former long­ time residents of Mid­ dleville. moved to the Cale­ donia area a couple of years ago. Bennett also has a sister in Memphis, Tennessee. In his 20-plus years as a firefighter with Thornapple Township Emergency Serv­ ices and Caledonia Fire Res­ cue, Bennett has been assis­ tant fire chief and acted as interim fire chief in Caledo­ nia for a year prior to his ap­ pointment as fulltime chief. A firefighter since the age of 18, Bennett grew up around the Thornapple Township Emergency Serv­ ices station. “My dad was a firefighter for 30 years. I served for a couple of years with him. I was around.(firefighting) all the time. I got interested in it and never gave it up.” He is close with the men and women on his team. "They’re kind of a second family. You learn so much about them. I really like the camaraderie.” His reason for becoming a firefighter is the same as many on his team: “I love to help the community." Being chief definitely isn’t all fun and games. In this day and age of sky rock­ eting costs for everything, firefighting equipment and services are no exception. "We struggle to maintain a high level of service.” ex­ plained Bennett on one particu­ larly hectic day. “It’s an ex­ pensive service to operate. If we could just do away with the expenses.” he said wist­ fully. "You make the best use of what you’ve got. We’ll do whatever we can to maintain the high level of service.” He is already on the road to keeping that pledge. Cale­ donia Fire Rescue is one of the departments in the area to have recently formed the Tri-County Training Con­ sortium. This match up of departments for training pur­ poses is designed to help keep costs down while sus­ taining a high level of essen­ tial lifesaving training pro­ grams. “Caledonia is really sup­ portive. They’re all good to us (firefighters),” he said. Scott Siler is straight­ forward about being a firefighter: “Sometimes we see something we re not fond of but most of the time (wp) actually help somebody. The posi­ tives outweigh the nega­ tives." Four of the new firefighters with Caledonia Fire Rescue, clockwise from left. Andy Carey, Bill Wilson, Jamie Robards and Tom Miller. “Everyone helps one an­ other. The community sup­ port is there - which is good.” Bennett is aware that the growth of Caledonia is a crucial factor in the cost of running the department. “Our calls increase yearly,” he explained. “(Caledonia) doesn’t in­ crease in small ways. It’s going to become more diffi­ cult (on the team as a whole),” he continued. “Sometimes (the firefight­ ers) work (between training and calls) 50 hours over and above their regular jobs. “We have big family sup­ port. huge family support, or we couldn’t do it.” Most of Bennett’s “sec­ ond family” of firefighters are currently in training for certification. This training started last October and con­ tinues every Saturday through this month. The following is a short introduction to each new member. Andy Carey, 43, has been a firefighter for the past six months. He has been mar­ ried to his wife, Mary, for three years. The couple is expecting their first child in Christopher J. Hier, 616-891-1 240 General Dentistry1 for Children & Adults — NEW PATIENTS WELCOME — Early Morning & Evening Appointments Available Conveniently located on M-37 tn Caledonia (Right on the wav to orfrom work) Quality dental care in a relaxed and friendly atmosphere. Your Smile The First Thing People See! April. Carey has been a para­ medic since 1978. He is also a physicians assistant at Spectrum. With this kind of background, it’s no wonder that he enjoys the medical responses (with the depart­ ment) the most. Between firefighting, his family. Spectrum, and fire­ fighting class every Satur­ day, he doesn’t have a lot of downtime but, “what free time 1 have. 1 like to go boating and jogging.” Jeremy Wohlford, 26, has been married to his wife, Holly, for four years. They have two boys. Although he has only been with Caledonia Fire Rescue for six months, this type of work is nothing new for Wohlford. He has been a firefighter for the past six years with the Battle Creek Air National Guard Fire De­ partment. In fact, he has only recently returned from active duty. “Ever since September 11, I was in Qutar for eight months and in California for six months,” he said. Wohlford currently works at Alticor in the Protective Services division. As far as his free time is concerned, “there’s not much time (for hobbies). 1 like to play sports, workout and run, but I spend as much time as 1 can with my family.” Why did he join Caledo­ nia Fire Rescue? "Because I like to help people. And that’s what I got into the military to do...become a firefighter.” Tammy (VanBelzen) Beemer, 33, is one of the two women on the depart­ ment. Her immediate family includes Brittany, 9 and Brad, 4. As of next year, both kids will be in the Caledonia School system. Beemer may be new to the department but rescue work is nothing new in her life as she comes from a family used to public serv­ ice. “Most of my family has a background is some type of rescue.” she said. Her mother used to be an EMT. her father. Dan VanBcIzcn, is the police chief in Grant, Mich, and her brother is a firefighter with the Conklin unit. “I’ve kind of been ex­ posed to it my whole life really,” Beemer said. Before moving her family to Caledonia approximately a year ago, Beemer was a specialist on a paramedic unit in Sparta for seven years. She is currently em­ ployed by the Caledonia dis­ trict as a bus driver. Beemer anticipates that she will be doing more of the rescue calls, but will still be carrying out fire calls. “I work well under pres- Continued next page Attention Business Owners: Reduce Your Taxes Your i>u«innw retirement plan contribution Cun mean • healthy lax deduc­ tion and the opportunity lor retirement saving*. Drew McFadden investment Representative 9185 Cherry valley Ave St Caledonia. Ml 49316 Bus 616-891 1173 Toa Free 86^8911173 Fxlward Jones �The Sun and News. Middleville. Ml/March 11, 2003/Paqe From previous page sure on medical crisis. That’s why 1 got on the fire department,” she explains, “because 1 wanted to do the rescue calls.” When she isn’t working or spending time with her family Beemer likes to travel as well as going bowl­ ing and to the movies. Tom Miller. 22. has been married to his wife Wendy for two years. The couple has one child thus far. He has been with the Caledonia Fire Rescue for approximately six months as well as working as an EMT (Emergency Medical Tech­ nician) as his ‘regular hours’ career. Miller admits that he doesn’t have much time for hobbies but is enjoying be­ ing with the team very much. “It’s an opportunity to help the community,” he said. Jamie Robards (younger brother to firefighter Jason Robards) is almost 50. He has been married to his wife. Donita, for four years. The couple has three kids. Like several of the new hires, Robards has been a firefighter for the past six months. Why did he become a firefighter? “Mainly I’ve seen my brother doing it,” he says. “I like the commu­ nity involvement." Speaking of Caledonia lire Rescue, “They’re a close knit group of people. Before I became a fire­ fighter, I talked with the new chief. We talked about where his vision was to take the department. He wanted to get more involved in the community. 1 like that.” Robards is owner of Oakridge Builders in Cale­ donia. “I don’t have free time. With my family, my business - between that and firefighting school every Saturday to get certified. 1 like to dive, but 1 haven’t in a long time.” Bill Wilson HI, 19, is one of the few single guys on CFR. Although the youngest member of the team, he has already been firefighting with Cascade for two years. A 2002 Caledonia gradu­ ate. he played football and track (pole vaulting and 100-yard dash). When he’s not in training or at firefighter school. Wil­ son works for his dad at Phoenix Resources (dump­ ster services and yard waste recycling). Wilson is a true outdoors­ man. He counts his hobbies as hunting, fishing and fire­ fighting. “I like being outside, in the environment. Pretty much anything outdoors.” He is honest about his reasons for becoming a fire­ fighter. “I was thinking ahead. Sports fulfilled an excite­ ment part of my life. I wanted something after graduation and firefighting was it. “I’m having a lot of fun. They’re all great. Brian’s doing a good job. I’m glad I can be a fireman for Caledo­ nia and the community,” Wilson said. Scott Siler, 29. is also new to the business of fire­ fighting. He is the owner of Sunset Landscape Contrac­ tors. a company he started right out of college after re­ ceiving a bachelor s degree in landscape architecture from Michigan State Uni­ versity. Siler is an outdoorsman who likes to hunt and play B Share the moments Share the life sports. “I stay really active." he ■ said. Add firefighting into B the agenda, “(Firefighting B school) keeps me really ■ busy going through train- B ing." He tried out for CFR five years ago. “but they weren't hiring at that time." When he heard that they were accepting applications he applied again. “I wanted to somehow get involved in the community. 1 like the aspect of being able to help people. Being able to help out in Caledonia. Give back to the community,” Siler said. He is straightforward about the work that CFR B B I I I ■ I I I I I performs. “Sometimes we see something we’re not fond of, but most of the time (we) actually help somebody. 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COPIES SELECTION OF COLORS BLACK & WHITE OR FULL COLOR & SPECIAL TEXTURES CHECK OUR PRICES! Check out all our Special Services. Big Prints & Posters Folding & Laminating Collating Business Cards > Custom Rubber Stamps Plastic Binding and more! 1351 N.Broadway (M-43) Hastings 269.945.9105 OPEN MOK • FRI 8:30 • 6:00 • SAT 8:30-1:00 �Page 12/The Sun and News. Middleville. Ml/March 11. 2003 Expansion recommended for Spring Valley Estates bv Ruth Zachary ’ Staff Writer Spring Valley Estates won a recommendation from the Caledonia Township Planning Commission last week, helping to clear the way for its expansion at the village boundary. Dykema Excavators was given recommendation for township approval for an amendment to Phase 2 of the Spring Valley Estate* PUD west of M-37 and south off 84th Street. Recommenda­ tion was also given for pre­ liminary plat approval for the second phase. The previ­ ous preliminary plat ap­ proval, now more than two years old, had expired, re­ quiring a renewal. The company was repre­ sented by Mike Berg. The first phase of the original PUD includes lots 1-19. Berg said residences in the first stage were occu­ pied. Some structures arc serviced by wells, but this maximizes the limit allowed for the development. The rest of the homes would be required to be serviced by public water. Berg said occupants of the existing units arc not eager to extend public water from the north as their wells are still new and arc serving their needs. One parcel was included as part of the original PUD. but seems never to have been planned to have a structure on it. This lot (now No. 27) will be included with Phase 2 as specified by the amendment. The amend­ ment also increased the total number of lots for single family houses from 37 to 38. Phase 2 would add 18 lots (20-38.) The lot 27 amendment added 30,000 square feet to the 18 lots in that phase, ex­ ceeding the current zoning minimums. The plan will now meet all setback and minimum lot size require­ ments. The original plans, dating back to the early 1990s specified for lots of 100 feet wide and only 20,000 square feet. Dedicated public streets and underground utilities are planned for phase 2, once utility issues are settled. Because of the need for water to service any addi­ tional multi-family housing units, other areas of the de­ velopment have been await­ ing a public water supply in order to go ahead with con­ struction. Berg said. "We do have a permit for putting in a water main." Water will not be in­ stalled. however, until there is a line to connect to, he ex­ plained. Phase 2 should be conditioned with a water main extension. Berg said Dykema previ­ ously was working with the township to obtain an exten­ sion from Jasonville Farms. Failure to obtain an ease­ ment across a parcel be­ tween Cherry Valley and M37 has stood in the way of extending the water mains. He said the company al­ ready had invested $10,000 to extend the Jasonville wa­ ter system as far as Cherry Valley. The owner wanted to route the water around the parcel, across to village property, which made the cost of the lines too prohibi­ tive to.be feasible. If township plans for ex­ tension of the public utilities do not come through. Berg said they would go back to trying to negotiate with the owner, made difficult, be­ cause of a Traverse City residence. It is hoped that extension of the northwest water system should be re­ solved by June. This would mean water mains would be installed to the north side of 84th at M-37. giving Dykema frontage on a func­ tional water main. This would open the way for Phase 2 of the project to be continued. That site has already been permitted for sanitary sewer extension and the public wa­ ter main permit has been is­ sued. Dykema has begun some preliminary grading and obtained permits for soil erosion. Berg said. A storm sewer is already installed, which flows into a detention basin on the south west corner of the site, lots 10 and 11. The Kent County Drain Commission’s office has granted construction ap­ proval. Erosion has oc­ curred. and the basin has a reduced capacity and must be cleaned out. Berg ex­ plained the erosion does not leave the site or drain into any other water system. "Existing buildings are on sanitary sewer, and they do have a private well," Berg said. "The well would be abandoned, assuming the water is extended, or utilized for irrigation." he explained. There would be a water main permit and a sanitary sewer permit required. The township board must still approve the request. Berg also spoke about a third plan for land on the southwest corner of 84th and M-37. No negotiations have begun on to this parcel. He said Dykema was working with Exxel Engi­ neering to construct apart­ ment units there, once public utilities are available. Pan of that would include office uses. "The office buildings would be 12,000 square feet." Berg said. As the apartment complex is expanded, the existing farm house and buildings would be removed and two more two-acre sites are planned for M-37 office space. Landscaping and screening would be included on lot 27 and 28 between the commercial and residential areas. "Basically the back half of the site would be devel­ oped in apartments, and the front ... would be in two of­ fice buildings." Berg said. The office buildings would be accessed off the private drive. Frontage for the M-37 right of way to the apartments has-been left va­ cant. but Berg said future access to M-37 will proba­ bly be voluntarily restricted due to the rather steep grade along M-37 where the farm house is located. If the plan is approved, five six-plcxes at the south­ west corner and three fourplexes are eventually planned for a total of 42 housing units. These units would all have car ports, he said. A separate detention facil­ ity would serve the apart­ ments, connected by a storm drain, to flow south to vil­ lage property, and arranged by a lease with the village, already obtained. Marketplace, Town Center expanion plans proceeding by Patricia Johns Staff Writer Plans for retail expansion in Middleville kept Village Planning Commission mem­ bers in their seats last Tues­ day, examining detailed plans for everything from parking spaces, drainage to photometric designs. Ralph Fahner and Brian Johnson presented the final site plan for the retail expan­ sion at Marketplace. Besides the existing supermarket, the plans call for expansion of retail outlets, in two wings totaling almost 30,000 square feet of new stores. The designers of this pro­ ject have met with the DDA architects and are incorpo­ rating some of the facade elements into their plans. The plans were approved with the site plan committee making sure that some of the final details are met before construction can begin. These include plans for side­ walks and changes to the landscape buffer. Members also stressed the need for runoff to stay on the property. There are some concerns that the retention basin in the plans may not be deep enough. The detention pond at Towne Center also had com­ missioners scratching their heads over whether it should be "wet" or "dry." If a "wet" design is cho­ sen for the retention basin, there will be water in it most of the time and it will be a small created wetland with peeping frogs and other wild life. If a "dry" design is se­ lected it will be grass cov­ ered and dry except for when it rains. The site plan committee will work with Visser Brothers on this is­ sue. After reviewing the plans for Phase III. the commer­ cial part of the planned until development, the commission approved them with some conditions. Phase 111. as well as the previous plans presented and approved at the special meeting Feb. 20, will go to the full council for approval tonight, Tuesday, March 11. In other Village Planning Commission business, a re­ vision was approved for the Metaldyne site plan for to allow the firm to have two ground mounted air condi­ tioning units in addition to three mounted on the roof. The decibel level of the units should be less than 46 db at the property line or less. The units will be fenced and landscaping will also buffer the sound. The commission also ta­ bled plans for the Methodist Church expansion to the April 1 meeting so that some issues can be resolved. Village Planner Geoff Moffat gave an overview of plans by the Michigan De­ partment of Transportation and the village to change the access point to M-37 on Ar­ lington Court. If council approves these plans Tires 2000 will have a cul-de-sac in front of it with the access to M-37 being made slightly further north. The next meeting of the Middleville Village Plan­ ning Commission is Tues­ day, April 1. Call 945-9554 anytime to place your Sun & News ACTION-Ad & reach over 11,000 area homes! Are you ready for spring? 15% Off Weight Loss Products Xango, Fat Fighters, The Answer, Contour Gel, Tonalin Cla, Ultra Meal Other Products Available Sale ends March 31st Caledonia Homeopathic Center Biofeedback Stress Testing 9964 Cherry Valley. Suite 4 • Caledonia, Ml 49316 Phone: (616)891-7737 Hours: Mon-Fri. 12-6; Sat by Appointment �The Sun and News. Middleville. MI'March 11. 2003/Page 13 Local Scouts’ Pinewood Derby includes 32 cars Craig Kenyon enjoys the open and welcoming atmosphere of his new Parts Plus store on Arlington Court Open house Friday and Saturday Auto parts store opens in new location by Patricia Johns Staff Writer There is nothing like a new location to put life into an established business. Af­ ter 40 years in a downtown Middleville location, Craig Kenyon has moved his auto parts business. Parts Plus, to a new location on Arlington Court, next to Tires 2000. Ihc Middleville location is just one of the 15 stores owned by ACI Parts Ware­ housing in Grand Rapids. Kenyon is excited about the new location, ease in serving his customers and one day service for special orders since he gets deliver­ ies from the parts warehouse two times a day. Saving on home insurance is Pastor David Stewart looks carefully to make sure the cars are lined up at the start of one heat of the Pinewood Derby. by Patricia Johns Staff Writer The Pinewood Derby at the Middleville First Baptist Church last month was defi­ nitely a success, according to Pastor David Stewart. Stewart said the 32 par­ ticipants created great cars. The derby used a double elimination format to deter­ mine the winners. Cars the students made from kits could weigh five ounces. Students had their vehicles weighed and meas­ ured to make sure they fit within the rules. They had time to add weights or sand the cars to fit within the length and weight criteria. In the first and second grade division CJ. Bronkema came in first, Jake Boonstra second and Kyle Brooker, third. In the third to fifth grade division Seth Moody took first, Luke Boonstra, second and Ashley Herich took third. Cars were judged on de­ * ™ t of families are saving mobile home protection. Stop in and ask us about quality pro­ tection. with flexi- plans and “No Problem" claim Behind proprietor Craig Kenyon are some of the prizes to be given away during the Parts Plus open house on March 14 and 15. Kenyon says, “One of the neat things at this location is to have Loyd Elwood, the former owner of a parts store in Caledonia working here. Together we have about 80 years experience in the parts business.” During the open house from 8 a.m. to 5:30 p.m Fri­ day, March 14 and from 8 a.m. to 1 p.m. on Saturday, March 15, shoppers can take a chance on winning an electric scooter. 140-piece tool set, 30-piece drill set and 18-volt cordless drill. There are also some spe­ cial sales. Kenyon says, “Check on the advertisement in today’s paper to see some of the specials and stop by the store to see what else we have to offer.” Kenyon looks forward to providing service to the cus­ tomers used to the cozy con­ fines of the Mam Street store and new customers looking for that special pan or accessory. The store is open from 8 a.m. to 5:30 p.m. Monday through Friday and from 8 a.m. to 1 p.m. on Saturday. INMIASI t I IK I Rales Loca Srw» BOB NICCXBi President I 497 Arlington St (M-37) PO Box 99. Middleville Ml 49333 (269) 891-8208 (269) 795-3302 Toll free (800) 706-3302 Fax (616) 795-3935 Athlete of the week Thornapple-Kellogg High School (Middleville) Basketball Trojan senior point guard Justin VanSpronsen ran the show up front for the TK varsity boys' basketball team all season. Wednesday night he helped propel them to a repeat trip to the district finals by pouring in 12 second half points against Hastings. He also fin­ ished the night with five rebounds. The 4695 Middleville Rd. 111 N. Main St. Lynn Denton m-37, Middleville, Ml Nashville, Ml Agency 1-800-443-5253 517-852-2005 MAKING YOUR FUTURE MORE PREDICTABLE FARM BUREAU INSURANCE RESOLUTION (03-010) i Yfllfe undrvds of thousands Insurance for their home and grade division. Stewart said. “We arc al­ ready looking forward to do­ ing this again next year. 1 think there will even be an adult division. FARM BUR f AC MUTUA1 - FARM BUM AU Lift • FARM BUMF AU GtKAAl “No Problem.” money with Auto-Owners sign as well. Jake Boonstra had the best designed car in the first and second grade division with Jordan Bronkema taking the design hon­ ors in the third through fifth THA meets Thursday The Thomapple Heritage Association meeting will be held on Thursday. March 13 at Carveth Village. The group will be dis­ cussing plans for the future of the Middleville Depot Project at this meeting. Carveth Village is at 690 W. Main Street in Mid­ dleville. For more informa­ tion call Sue Rietman at 795-1608. OF THE MIDDLEVILLE COUNCIL * FOUAlMD/l* * Rezoning of 515 and 611 Grand Rapids Street February 25, 2003 WHEREAS, Section 78-873 (3) of the Village of Middleville Code of Ordinances of 2001, as amended, permits the Village Council to adopt or deny zoning amendments as proposed by the Planning Commission, and WHERE*' S, the Planning Commission held a public hearing on February 4, 2003. to rezone property at 515 and 611 Grand Rapids Street from R-1 to C-1; and WHEREAS, the Planning Commission concluded during its regular meeting to rezone the property located at 611 Grand Rapids Street from R-1 to PUD and to keep the zoning for 515 Grand Rapids Street at PUD; and WHEREAS, the PUD designation allows for site plan review by the Planning Commission and public hearing and final review from the Village Council. THE VILLAGE OF MIDDLEVILLE HEREBY RESOLVES. 1 Property located at 515 Grand Rapids Street keep its zoning designation as PUD. 2 Property located at 611 Grand Rapids Street be rezoned from R-1 to PUD BE rr FINALLY RESOLVED, that this Resolution be entered by the Village Clerk mto the Official records of the Village of Middleville on this 25th day of February. 2003 Moved by Lytle, supported by VandenBerg. to adopt trie foregoing resolution YEAS Bray. Corson. Lytle, Puflen, VandenBerg ABSENT Kenyon. Myers I HEREBY CERTIFY THAT THE FOREGOING Resolution was adopted by the Village of Middleville Council at a regular meeting held on the 25th day of February. 2003 Public Notice of said meeting was given pursuant to and in compliance with Act No 267, Public Acts of Michigan, 1976 as amended, including tn the case of a special or rescheduled meeting, notice by publication of posting at least eighteen (18) hours prior time set for the meeting Rhonda Fisk, Village Clerk Village of Middleville 320 �Page 14/The Sun and News. Middleville. Ml/March 11, 2003 Alice M. (Cox) Steeby Frederick H. Schenkel--------------- -------------MIDDLEVILLE Frederick H. Schenkel. age 64. of Middleville, passed away Friday, March 7, 2003 at Thomapple Manor, Hastings. Fred was a dedicated em­ ployee at Bradford White Corporation for over 42 years. Mr. Schenkel was bom on Oct. 5, 1938 in Hastings, Mich., the son of William and Nellie (Gillette) Schen­ kel. He was raised in Middle­ ville and attended Thom­ apple Kellogg School, grad­ uating in 1957 where he held the 440 Yard Dash until 1983. He was a life long res­ ident of Middleville. Fred served his country in the Army Reserves He was married to Sandra K Brow­ er on Nov.21, 1958 Fred was a dedicated em­ ployee at Bradford White Corporation for over 42 years. He will be missed by many. Survived by his three sons. Richard (Denise) Schenkel of Wyoming. MI. Frederick (Pamela) Schen­ kel of Hastings, William Schenkel of Middleville; one daughter, Sandra Lynn (William) Bryan of Safety Harbor. Florida; seven grandchildren. Ricci Lynn, Eric. Brandie. Sandra. Alex. Benjamin and Addison; sis­ ter. Carol (Rodney) Kenyon of Middleville and brother. Bill (Jean) Schenkel of Jackson, and many nieces and nephews He is preceded in death by his loving wife. Sandra K Schenkel. and his parents. William and Nellie Schen­ kel. Funeral services will be held Tuesday morning. March 11,2003 at 11 a.m. at the Beeler Funeral Chapel. Middleville. Rev. Kenneth Vaught officiating. Inter­ ment Mt. Hope Cemetery. Middleville. Memorial contributions may be made to the Ameri­ can Heart Association. Arrangements by the Beeler Funeral Home, Middleville. Charles Max Bedford MIDDLEVILLE Char les Max Bedford, age 75, of Middleville, passed away Friday, March 7, 2003 in Bradenton, Florida. He is survived by his wife, Jackie L. Bedford; one daughter, Melinda (Freder­ ick) Brown of Middleville; one son. Charles Max (Amy) Bedford Jr. of Grandville; two grand­ daughters. Kyrie and Kar- issa; one grandson. Luke; sisters-in-law. Nancy Rose of Grand Rapids and Jackie Rose of Rockford; several nieces and nephews. He was preceded in death by two younger brothers. R’tsscll Rose Jr. and Ronald Rose. Funeral services will be held Friday, March 14, 2003 at II am. at the Beeler Funeral Chapel, Middle­ ville. Rev. Dennis Rose offi­ ciating. Interment Mt. Hope Cemetery. Middleville. The family will receive relatives and friends Thurs­ day. March 13. 2003 from 2 to 4 and 7 to 9 p.m. Memorial contributions may be made to the Amer­ ican Heart Association. Arrangements were made by Beeler Funeral Home. Middleville. Without official Public Notice published in your newspaper, this may be all the information you get. CALEDONIA - Alice M (Cox) Steeby. age 81. of Caledonia, went tc be with her Lord on Saturday. March 8, 2003 at Metro­ politan Hospital. Grand Rapids. Mrs. Steeby was bom on April 27.1921 at Edmonton, Alberta. Canada, the daugh­ ter of Samual and Charlotte Cox. She was raised in various locations across the U.S. and attended Lake Odessa High School and graduating in 1939. She was married to Wayne Steeby on Oct. 20. 1950 at Leighton United Methodist Church and lived on the family farm in Caledonia. Mrs. Steeby was em­ ployed at Consumers Power. She was a member of Leighton United Methodist Church and Salvation Army. Mrs. Steeby was an ac­ complished piano player and singer. She is survived by three sons. Alan and Jackie Steeby of Caledonia. Gerald Steeby of Grand Rapids. Donald and Diane Steeby of Caledonia, one daughter, Joan and John Shear of Middleville; five grandchil­ dren. Rebekah (Luke) Kooiman. Julie (John) Martin. Stephen Shear. Spencer Steeby. Erin Steeby. three great grandchildren. Steph­ anie and Nathan Kooiman and Travis Martin, and two nieces. She was preceded in death by her husband. Wayne L. Steeby and a brother. Stan­ ley Cox. The family will receive relatives and friends Tues­ day. March 11 from 7 to 9 p.m. and Wednesday. March 12 from 2 to 4 and 7 to 9 p.m. Funeral services will be held Thursday. March 13. 2003 morning at 11 a.m. at the Leighton United Metho­ dist Church. Rev. Ray Townsend officiating. Inter­ ment Hooker Cemetery. Wayland. Ml Memorial contributions may be made to Leighton United Methodist Church. Salvation Army, or Cale donia F.F.A. Arrangements by the Beeler Funeral Home. Mid dleville. Norbert (Moe) Mrozinski Norbert (Moe) Mrozinski. age 69. passed on into heav­ en on Monday. March 3. 2003. He is survived by his wife. Lorrie A. Mrozinski. his children. Randy and Mary Mrozinski of Rock­ ford, Tammi Mrozinski of Muskegon. Scott and Lynn Vander Ark of Grand Rapids. Toni and Dale Breitwisch of Fruitport, Jeff and Kelly SERVING OUR COUNTRY Benjamin J. Osborne Army Reserve Pvt. Ben­ jamin J. Osborne has gradu­ ated from basic combat training at Fort Knox, Ky. During the nine-week training, the trainee received instruction in drill and cere­ mony, weapons, rifle marks­ manship and bayonet train­ ing, chemical warfare, field training and tactical exercis­ es, armed and unarmed com­ bat, military courtesy, mili­ tary justice, physical fitness, first aid, and Army history, traditions, and core values. Osborne is the son of Peter and Eva Jane Osborne of Middleville. He is a 1997 graduate of Thomapple-Kellogg High School, Middleville. VanderArk of Ada, Brian Vander Ark of Grand Rapids. Mark Mrozinski of Chica­ go, Lai an Brad Marthens of Lake Orion. Brad Vander Ark of New York City. Mike and Kara Mrozinski of Flint; 20 grandchildren Moe loved golfing, cook­ ing. camping, woodcarving and fishing. Funeral services for Mik were held Thursday, March 6. at Peace Reformed Church. 6950 Cherry Valley Rd.. Middleville Interment Coman Cemetery. The family suggests memorial contributions may be made to Hospice of Michigan. Arrangements were made by Matthysse Kuiper De Graaf Funeral Home, Caledonia. Vehicle strikes Barry transit authority bus A 34-year-old Alto man’s vehicle struck a Barry County Transit bus while driving on Norway Road and the intersection of State Road in Barry Township. Timothy S. 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(Photo by Brett Bremer) by Brett Bremer Sports Editor Both team’s got what they wanted, but only one could be happy with the final re­ sult. Wednesday night after the Viking varsity boys’ basket­ ball team knocked off Alle­ gan in the district semifinal the loikcwood faithful began the chant of “Bring on Mid­ dleville.*’ All this while the Hastings'Saxons were waiting to come out of the tunnel and take on the Trojans in the other quarterfinal. Middleville had been looking forward to the re­ match of last year’s district final all season. For Mid­ dleville it turned out to be case of be careful what you wish for. For Dike wood it was another step through the state tournament. The Vikings topped Mid­ dleville 54-40 to advance to next Friday’s regional round at Grand Valley State Uni­ versity. There Lakewood faces state No. 1 South Christian at 8. “This was a great win for this team,” said Viking Coach Mark Farrell. “My kids played with intensity, enthusiasm, and courage. They wanted this one bad.” Despite ten points from junior Clint Tobias in the second quarter, the Vikings went into the half time locker room down one. In the second half they turned up the defensive pressure and held Mid­ dleville to just 15 points. While the Viking offense didn’t do much more, they didn’t have to, and they got it done when it counted. “We really stepped up on the boards and we took care of the basketball versus their press." said Farrell. “To top it off we hit our free throws down the stretch in that fourth quarter.” Lakewood was 13 of 17 from the charity stripe in the fourth quarter. Tyler Bcglin was six of eight in the quar­ ter and finished with 13 points. Travis Willard was a per­ fect six of six in the second half and finished with a team high 16 points and capped his second double­ double in the district tourna­ ment with 12 rebounds. To­ bias added 13 points and eight rebounds, and Scott Secor finished with nine points for Lakewood in the win. “This is a fun team to watch, and coach,” said Far­ rell. The Trojans were led by junior Brett Knight who gunned in 18 points. Sopho­ more Jon Yeazel finished with 11, but they were the only two Trojans to connect on more than one field goal. Trojan sopnomore Jon Yeazel (22) powered his way through the lane against Delton last Monday for 16 points to help TK move on in the district tourney. (Photo by Brett Bremer) The Trojans reached the district final by knocking off Hastings on Wednesday and the host Delton Panthers on Monday night. Against Hastings and Delton the Trojans did what they hadn’t been able to do for most of the season, jump out to an early lead and hold on. Wednesday against the Saxons, TK used a strong first half to build an 11-point lead. Back to back three’s by Hastings’ Drew Whitney shaved the Trojan lead down to five points midway through the third quarter, but TK rattled off the next eight points on a three by Justin VanSpronsen, a bucket by Knight, and an old fashioned three point play by Trevor Manning. The lead was 13. and the Trojans cruised. VanSpronsen, Kyle Holst, and Brett Knight each poured in 12 points for the Trojans. Hastings was led by Drew Whitney with 11. Delton wasn’t ready for the pressure TK. brought to the district opener on Mon­ day night. Middleville advanced to face Hastings on Wednesday The Trojans look on for the second straight year as Lakewood celebrates a dis­ trict championship at their expense (Photo by Landa Boyce) with a 63-50 win over the Panthers. The visiting Trojans came out of the gate on an 8-0 run, that had the Panthers calling a time out with 5:24 left to play in the first quar­ ter. Todd Champion finally got the Panthers on the board following the time out, but the Trojans were al­ ready off and running. “We didn’t match their intensity coming out of the chute,” said Panther Coach Mike Mohn, “’til we were down 20.” TK used an outstanding first half of defense to build a 32-18 lead heading into the half time locker rooms. “They get after it,” said Mohn of Middleville. “I guess we weren’t prepared for that. Some of those passes get through versus other teams. Some were kind of slow, and loopy, and (Middleville) picks 'em off and they’re going the other way.” Trojan Coach Kurt Holzhueter said his team went into the bailgame looking to shut down the Panthers’ three point shooters, seniors Shawn Moore and Steve Bourdo. Brett Knight eyes the hoop in the district opener against Delton, in which he poured in 17 points against the Panthers. (Photo by Brett Bremer) “I think we came ready to play, and executed our game plan well.” Especially that phase, as the pair of Pan thers each had just six firsthalf points, and were shut out in the second. Although that pair strug­ gled in the second half for the Panthers, Delton did come to life a bit in the sec­ ond half. “I’m proud that we didn't quit down the stretch, but you’ve gotta play with that effort and intensity when the ball goes up,” said Mohn. A three from Moore would have cut the Trojan lead down to eleven near the end of the third quarter, had it not been negated by a Panther foul away from the play. The Trojans built their lead back up to 18 by the end of the third. With some scrappy play from Champion and Chris Gillfillan in the final quarter the Panthers tried to claw their way back into the game. Gillfillan started attacking the basket in the second half, to finish with 11 points and seven rebounds, all in the second half. Champion tossed in a team high 16 for the Pan thers. and had 14 rebounds Twice, buckets by Cham­ pion cut the Trojan lead down to 11 in the fourth, but Middleville always had an answer. The Trojans were led of­ fensively by Brett Knight who poured in 17 points Jon Yeazel had 16, and six steals. Trojan senior center Kyle Holst finished the night with a double-double, ten points and ten boards. Middleville senior Phil Garber was looking past the Saxons a little bit on Mon­ day night. “laikewood here we come. Thai’s all I’ve been thinking about. It’s the same as last year. It’s in my dreams. It’s in my night­ mares.” The Vikcs knocked off the Trojans in last year’s district final, and Garber has been looking forward to the rematch all season. Garber got his wish. Call (269) 945-9554 anytime to place your Sun & News ACTION-Ad & reach over 11,000 area homes every week! �Page 16/The Sun and News, MiddleviHe. Ml/March 11, 2003 Kids and staff hit the books as Reading Month begins at TK First thing on the morn­ ing of March 3, students at Page presented Librar­ ian Diane Knight with some paper mache crea­ tions. Students began working on the Cat in the Hat. the Lorax and Thing 1 and Thing 2 in Septem­ ber and kept it a secret for their favorite librarian. 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The 111)0 toll free telephone number for the hearing impaired it 1-800-927- Sara Scholtens at Lee Elementary kicked off Reading Month with Barholomew and the Ooblek and helped students make ooblek, too tfij AA MEETINGS HOURS: M-Th 5ani-9pm; Fri. 5ani-8pin Sat. 8ain-2pm; Sun.9ani-3pm 9175 Cherry Valley, Ste. K Caledonia, 891-2994 Caledonia - 100th and M37. AA meets Tuesdays 6:30 am.; and Saturdays 10 a.m. Open Discussion Meeting. (Al-Anon meets Tuesday and Thursday at noon.) 9964 Cherry Valley #3, Caledo­ nia. Contact Jerry R. at 4379452. Monday, Wednesday, Friday, noon. 9669 Kraft Ave., Holy Family Church, A A open meetings. Tuesday and Thursday 5:30. (TFN) At Page the month always begins with a hallway read Students read everything from books to newspapers to magazines BRUCE'S FRAME & ALIGNMENT Complete Frame Repair • Professional Color Matching • Loaner Cars • Front End Alignment • Collision Repair • Glass Repair call... 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Caledonia's Frank D’Amico It was somewhat of a suprisc for the Caledonia wrestling squad that they were only sending one Indi­ vidual to the State Wrestling 011945-9554 to place four Sun 4 News ACTION-Ad. Patrick McKeown holds Yipsilanti Lincoln’s Jacob Viers on his back in consola­ tion action, during last weekend’s Individual State Finals at the Palace (Photo by Brett Bremer) Caledonia's Frank D Amico leaves the mat for the last time this season, with a 42-12 record in his first full varsity season. D’Amico lost two decisions at the Individual state meet over the weekend, but will get another shot next winter. (Photo by Brett Bremer) THE BALL/ 99F0Fft>F3S0 oi ou>s iwnrwue Finals. But the suprise was just as big that that wrestler was junior Frank D’Amico. He had a tough time at the battle of the state’s best grapplers, but until you’re a senior there’s always next year. “I couldn’t say anything bad about Frank all day long,” said Fighting Scot Coach Jim Maxim. “His goal this year was to be a re­ gional qualifier, and he ex­ ceeded that.” Maxim said that his assis­ tant Chris Kinne predicted some of D’Amico’s success at the beginning of the sea­ son. “He was the JV wres­ tler of the year last year, and he said he would be a suprise this year.” D’Amico ended the sea­ son with a 42-12 record and has another year to work for a state medal. D’Amico dropped two de­ cisions and his day was done at the state tourney. His first contest was against Marys­ ville’s Keith Corbat, who won a 7-5 decision. Corbat went on to finish fourth. 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For more information about this or any other events at lakeside Commu­ nity Church, call 868-6402. The church is located at 6201 Whitncyville SE in Alto. Kirk Graham, area taxidermist and hunting expedi­ tion guide, will be leading a Turkey Hunting Work­ shop at Lakeside Community Church. Registration draws near for summer sports programs The Thornapplc Area Parks and Recreation Com­ mission is headed into its second season of summer baseball, softball and T-ball for area youth. Program director Mike Bremer says, “We arc look ing forward to a bigger and oven more fun season than last year.” a .Registration forms will be distributed next week through the Thornapple Kel­ logg school district. All first through eighth grade stu­ dents are invited to partici­ pate. Area residents whose children attend private schooling or arc home­ schooled can get a registra­ tion form by calling the TAPRC office at 269-7958853 and leaving their names and addresses. 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Ml /March 11. 2003 Sailors stop Scots’ season ending run Caledonia’s varsity boys’ basketball teams' district run ran right into state No. 1 South Christian on Saturday night. Even though the Sailors cruised past the Fighting Scots 99-61, it couldn’t dim Caledonia Coach Jason VandcrWoude’s view of what his team had accomplished over the final few weeks of the season. “The last three weeks things finally started to click a little bit," said VanderWoudc. “I wish it were No­ vember right now.” The kids from Caledonia hadn’t been in a district final before. “Looking back on the en­ tire season, I’m pleased with the progress of the entire program,” said VanderWoudc. “Our seniors have had it tough, with three dif­ ferent varsity coaches in their high school careers. They tried to do things our way. Wc wouldn’t have made it to the district cham­ pionship if it wasn’t fpr out five seniors." With the bright lights, and the emotion of the district championship crowd Van­ derWoude said his team had a little trouble controlling their emotion in the contest with South. “The team knew what to do, and wc did it for stretches," said Vander- Woude. “We were just too aggressive." The Sailors were 39 of 51 from the free throw line in the contest. “We were down 28 at the half, but we kept competing and trying to do the things we wanted to do." Abe Mulvihill led the way for the Scots with 13 points. Greg Jousma had nine, and Ryan Rogers eight. “We lost to a team that should win the state champi­ onship.” The Scots reached that game with a couple of nice wins. Wednesday it was some­ what of a homecoming for the Fighting Scot coach as they took on Kelloggsville. where he used to coach and still teaches. “It was a bit strange for me,” said VanderWoude. “I’ve coached all those kids in the past." Caledonia used some of that to get the win. “Our kids were well prepared,” said VanderWoude. “and for the first time this season they used that to their ad­ vantage.” This time it was the Scots who had a big night at the free throw line. Caledonia was 21-30 from the stripe, and outrebounded Kelloggs­ ville to push themselves to victory. Jousma poured in 19 Junior Abe Mulvihill led the Scots offensively through their district run, averaging 16.7 points pre contest. (File Photo by Brett Bremer) points for the Scots. Brad Swartz finished with 13, and Mulvihill tossed in 12. Monday night the Scots took a thriller over Rogers, 74-72 in double overtime. “When we needed the basketball we did some things we hadn't done all year.” said VanderWoude. “We got key rebounds. When they dribbled into the corner we double teamed them and denied the pass out and got a steal in the second overtime and got a score to go ahead.” “It was the culmination of all the things we’ve been working for. It all fell into place at the right time. It was a big exciting win for us.” Mulvihill excited the crowd by gunning in 25 points. Jousma poured in 15, and Tyler Ybema finished with ten points for the Fight­ ing Scots. “We were 24 for 30 from the free throw line and that really helped us out a lot,” said VanderWoude. Mulvihill was a perfect 10 for 10 from the charity stripe, while Jousma knocked down all five of his attempts. Caledonia senior Greg Jousma poured in 15 points in the double overtime district opener against Rogers (File Photo by Brett Bremer) I Spring Clearance Specials! Floor & Wall CERAMIC TILE QQC Starting at While Supplies Last! VINYL 50-70% OFF While Supplies Last! In-Stock CARPET 30% OFF I O N R S CERAMIC TILE • CARPET - WOOD • VINYL In The Glen Valley Retail Center 9185 Cherry Valley Avenue S.E. (M-37) • Caledonia, Michigan 49316 Ph. 616/891-9000 FAX 616/891-9025 CM Every Day Low Prices While Supplies Last! TAKE 1O% OFF * SPECIAL ORDERS � https://barrycountyhistoryportal.org/files/original/25/713/SunandNews_2003-03-18.pdf 80c379fad799f5c2282b96e854a1cea2 PDF Text Text Your Hometown Newspaper Sen/ing Middleville and Caledonia Areas No. 12/Marcn 18, 2003 132nd year Middleville. Michigan 49333 CMS 7th and 8th grade bands receive top marks by Cathy L. Rutter Staff Writer The Caledonia Middle School seventh and eighth grade bands both received first division ratings during the recent Michigan School Band and Orchestra Asso­ ciation Band festival. Both bands were ajudicatcd by three performance judges as well as one sightreading judge. Bands are rated on a scale of 1-5 with I being the highest. Both bands had to prepare three pieces and sight-read a march and an overture. Many area schools par­ ticipated in the festival. There were more than 120 bands and orchestras from local areas alone. Both bands qualified for and will be continuing on to the state competition on May 2. Hollowing is a list of the students who performed at the MSBOA festival: Seventh grade band mem­ bers include Brad Ahrens, The seventh grade CMS band, under the di­ rection of Rebecca Sauerby. received Division 1 ratings at the recent Michigan School Band and Orchestra Associa­ tion Band Festival (MSBOA). Joel Atkinson, Brittney Ban­ ning. Chris Barofsky, Ash­ ley Barrett, Josie Bledsoe. Adam Brooks, KayleyCasell, Kate Cavanaugh, Courtney Claflin, Anna Cra­ ter, Josh DcBlaay. Josh De­ Groot. Jessica Delnay. Na­ than Donker, Stephen Dur­ kee. Tessa Ebbens, Cynthia Engcrson, Patrick Feuerstein, Tom Fifer. Kaitlin Fish. James Flier, John Frantz, Nicole Geldcrsma. Stephanie Gorgas, Ethan Green, Lindsey Groendyke. Rob Hamilton, Brandon Henning, Brooke Henning, Hillary Hicks, Samantha Hiemstra, Ashley Hinojosa, Drew Hoeflinger-Williams. See CMS bands, page 2 The eighth grade CMS band is ready to head off to the state competition in May. They received Division 1 ratings at the MSBOA Band Festival. Debra Buckowing new Middleville Council takes Thornapple Twp. clerk up roads, snowmobiles Debra Buckowing by Patricia Johns Staff Writer Lots of smiles are appar­ ent in the Thornapple Tow n­ ship offices now with the changing of the guard in the clerk’s position Outgoing treasurer Shir­ ley Eaton couldn't stop smiling as she was congratu­ lated last week for her 18 1/2 years of service to the township. Meanwhile, De­ bra Buckowing can't keep from beaming when she talks about her new position as treasurer for the town­ ship. “I know that I will never fill Shirley’s shoes, but it is an honor to walk in them.” Buckowing said. “She is teaching me so much.” Buckowing was one of A smiling Shirley Eaton accepts a plaque at her last meeting as Thornapple Township Clerk four applicants who applied for the position when Eaton decided to resign effective March 31. All four were in­ terviewed by Trustee Pat Harrison and Supervisor Don Boysen. Buckowing's business experience as well as her knowledge of the community was praised be­ fore she was appointed to the position. Buckowing has already begun working with Eaton to insure a smooth transi­ tion. After more than 222 meetings. Eaton said she is looking forward to spending time with her family and friends. by Patricia Johns Staff Writer Roads and snowmobile complaints were high on the agenda of the Middleville Village Council meeting Tuesday, March 11. Village Manager Bryan Gruesbeck announced that Dan Valley construction was the low bidder, by a signifi­ cant amount, for the recon­ struction of the intersection of State and Russell streets and the Arlington Street sewer installation. The win­ ning bid is for $170,322. Engineer Steve Williams has checked the bid and be­ lieves that everything is in order. This bid was approved with work scheduled to be­ gin in early spring. Gruesbeck also received council approval of a Michi­ gan Department of Trans­ portation proposal to restripe M-37 between the village boundaries. This means that the MDOT is interested in turning this section of M-37 into a "three" lane road with a center turning lane. The light at the corner of Main Street and M-37 would have to be changed. He also noted the M-DOT proposal to change Arling­ ton Court access to M-37, which will now be more northerly. Wayne Winchester noted during his report on the De­ partment of Public Works that it is now "pot hole" sea­ son and that staff members have been trying to keep up with them. Resident Catherine Beyer told council that snowmo­ biles have been a negative impact in her neighbor­ hood this year. She asked the council to consider closing the snow­ mobile trail through the vil­ lage next year. Bill Kenyon said, "There are always a few bad ap­ ples." Village President Lon Meyers said that due to commercial and residential development taking place in the village the location of the snowmobile trail will be discussed before the start of the next snowmobile season. In other business, the board approved amending the Mid-Villa's Class C liq­ uor license to allow the new brew pub to start operating Owner Steve Wiersum told the council that it has been installed but he cannot bring his brew master down from Canada to show how it works until the Michigan Liquor Control Commission approves the changes. Once the brew pub is op­ erating, Wiersum hopes to produce four different beers and non-alcoholic root beer. The next meeting of the village council will be at 7 p.m. Tuesday, March 25. In This Issue... • Caledonia Village discusses water treatment termination agreement • Caledonia Main Street sewer replacement put off until 2007 • Middleville Council takes up issues of roads, snowmobiles • TK Schools to seek bids on artificial turf �Page 2/The Sun and News, Middleville. M 1/M arch 18 2003 Trauma Teddy Bears given to Caledonia Fire Rescue Pastor Norm Kohns of Caledonia United Methodist Church talks with kids dur­ ing ‘Children's Moment.’ Part of their message included a lesson about love that prompted the giving of teddy bears to CFR. The students of various youth groups within Caledonia United Methodist Church with a small portion of the teddy bears donated to Caledonia Fire Rescue to give to children that have been traumatized by Cathy L. Rueter Staff Writer Kids and Teddy bears are a natural, and what better way to calm a child who has been through a stressful and traumatic time than with a soft teddy bear? Two area churches are helping in the cause to bring a soft friend to a traumatized child by donating teddy bears to Caledonia Fire Res­ cue. The Outreach Council of the Caledonia United Meth­ odist Church was looking for a way to teach and un­ derscore the life skill of love for Valentine’s Day for the children of their church. According to church member Robert Lillie, chil­ dren from various youth groups were asked to bring Teddy bears to church. Dur­ ing three church services prior to Valentine’s Day. the bears were put on the altar as part of the Children’s Moment. The children pre­ sented the bears to numer­ ous members from Caledo­ nia Fire Rescue Saturday, Feb. 15. When a child is experi­ encing the shock of an auto accident, fire, injury, or other alarming event, a thoughtful and caring ap­ proach to the situation is of­ ten best. A Teddy bear, when given to a child having experienced any kind of painful ordeal, lends a soft, huggable friend. They are said to provide a sense of se­ curity to traumatized chil­ dren and often are an “ice breaker” for the firefighters and rescue workers. The Holy Family Catholic Middle School Catechism classes are currently taking donations of teddy bears as a service project. These par­ ticular bears will be donated to the fire department April 19. The Caledonia Fire Res­ cue Department and Caledo­ nia Middle School are drop­ off points for these bears. Anyone interested in more information about the pro­ ject or donating can contact Rene Pitt at 891-1030. Though the two projects together may seem like a lot of teddy bears, the firefight­ ers were as pleased to learn about the second project as the first. The bears won’t be going to waste. Some of the bears may be shared with other local de­ partments that are need Female version showings. 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CMS bands, continued from pg. 1 Britannia Hormel, Andrew Howe, Mandy Johnson, Dana Juhlin, Luke Kempisty, Hailey Kent, Trevor Kline, Brandon Kolk, Shayna Kowalski, Laura Kraft, Staci Kuiper, Jon Kuzava, Erica Lanning, David Mahawili, Juan Jose Mendoza, Amanda Mercer, Eric Merrill, Anna Merri­ man, Colin Mulhall, Anna Musclow, Ashley Nevelle, Shane Parent, Amy Pasquantonia, Brandon Pell, Andy Prins, Hannah Rankin. Jake Richards, Alex Rogers, Joel Rohrer, Christina Roosien, Adam Schutt, Tim Sickles, Eric Smith, Joe Smith, Spencer Steeby, An­ drew Stevenson, Maggie Stusick. Luke Taylor, Alex TenElshof, Ryan Terpstra, Gina Thole, Callie VandcnBerge, Trevor VanderHart, Kyle VanderVeen, Justin VanderVennen, Stephanie Vernon, Shawn Videan, Melissa Westen, Kyle Whal­ ley, Brianna White, Randi Wilcox, Sarah Williams, Matt Witkowski, Chelsea Yondo. and Patrick Yonker. Eighth grade band mem­ bers include Brad Anderson, Greg Andrew, Mackenzie Baird, Eric Bates, Dori Bledsoe, Matt Bodary. Tess Botsford, Bradley Boy, Isaac Brinks, Evan Brown. Alicia Burke, Logan Bur­ rows, Tim Corson, Laura Cradit, Nick Cramer, Con­ nor Dahlberg, Ashlcigh Dean, Jeff Donnell, Saman­ tha Dow, Samantha Duiven, Michael Dunn, Aaron Engelbert, Julianne Erno, Lindsey Forton, David Fritz, Brittany Gibbons, Karen Gibson, Samantha Gray, Kyle Grucz, Jake Harig, Justin Havard, Brent Hoff­ man, Matt Hulst, Jason Ja­ cobson, Kaylee Jones, Matt Jones, Katie Jonkhoff, Mattie Jonkhoff, Kaylee Kalajaincn, Shannon Keizer, Samantha Kendall, Megan Littell, Jamie McCarty, Leigh Miller, Scott Miller, Justin Monson, Ben Moor­ head, Samantha Nalbach, Kelsey Nimmo, Tyler Oat­ men. Kassy Parker, Aubree Phillips, Jeni Poliski, Josh Ponnc, Elise Rahn, Travis Raley, Amanda Rawlings, Becca Roerig, Justin Ryder, Katie Schenk, Jason Schiefla, Erik Schmidt, Kaila Schwcda, Ben Sher­ wood, Rachel Soper, Vinny Spica. Ben Steele, Jessica Taylor, Aaron Tuuk, Renee VandcrMaas, Dana Van­ Horn, Matt Weiss, Nick Williams and Erin Work­ man. American Legion Post Caledonia Food Events for March: All events start at 5:30 p.m—except the Chili Cook-Off, which will be held from noon-3 p.m. Public Welcome ; March 21 - Fish Fry March 22 ~ Chili Cook-Off March 28 — Fish Fry 616-891-1882 �The Sun and News. Middleville. Ml/March 18. 2003/Page 3 GFWC-Gun Lake Area awards 6 arts scholarships The General Federation of Women’s Clubs (GFWC)Gun Lake Area has awarded six art scholarships totaling $2,000 to students in the Gun Lake Area. The recipients are Meghan Smith and Ross Green of Delton-Kellogg High School. Mallory Bourdo of Martin. Jessica Julius and Holly Smith of Thornapple Kellogg and Stephanie Villarreal of Way­ land-Union. Smith was recommended by Brian Makowski, fine arts chair at the school, who said. “Meghan is a highly talented, accomplished artist whose drawings of the hu­ man figure are wonderful. She has translated some of these into large oil murals (7 ft. X 4 ft.) that are most im­ pressive. “I am proud to bring rec­ ognition to Meghan for her artwork.” Makowski said he sees his role as one of providing opportunity for his students and Meghan has benefited from his dedication to this role. He selected Megan for “Promising Artist Day” at Siena Heights University, where one of her paintings earned her a partial tuition scholarship. “I am pleased with Meghan’s decision to attend Siena Heights, where she can combine her art with teaching skills” said Makowski. Meghan spoke of the sup­ port she has received from Makowski for the last seven years, saying, "He’s always supportive of my interests and what I need. He’s al­ ways checked on me to make sure I’m taking art classes. I’ve had art from middle school, all through high school, right up through independent studies now that I’m an Advanced H ■ Ml* I VIP Thornapple Kellogg band director Ray Rickert with arts scholarship winner Jessica Julius. Thomapple Kellogg High School art teachers Tonya Wolcott (left) and Barbara Maring, with arts scholarsghip winner Holly Smith (center). This GFWC project un Dinner/Theater fund-raiser Longtin and Green both past two years. Placement (AP) student.” derscores the importance of Holly plays the trumpet, May 15. Makowski explained how pointed out that the band has Rickert said, “I can think youth art education. Lo­ “this degree of training (for doubled in the past three piano and guitar. She loves Meghan) is now necessary years and there is a sense of her music and says of Rick­ of few students who have cally. funding comes from for high school art students “ownership and responsibil­ ert... "He’s just so wonderful contributed as much to the advertising in the Gun lake to compete for college pro­ ity” on the part of the stu­ to work with, he’s flexible, total fine arts program here Area Business Directory and the annual Dinner Theater grams." He compares it to dents to see to its success. he works with you. he’s pas­ at TK than Holly Smith." Stephanie Villarreal of (May 15). athletic programs for those The band earned its first Di­ sionate about everything he Wayland-Union High who want to pursue sports vision I rating in 20 years does.” Interestingly. Rickert de­ School is the scholarship re­ this month at the band festi­ on a college level. scribed Holly as “ passionate cipient recommended by Meghan displayed her art val. Melissa Howell, visual arts Mallory Bourdo of Martin about the fine arts.” at the V&A Bootery as part Her art teachers, Barbara teacher. of the Art Hop March 7 and High School was chosen to will display some of her receive the GFWC-Gun Maring and Tonya Walcott, work at the GFWC-Gun lake Area $500 art scholar­ also use the word "passion­ L^ake Area scholarship fund­ ship by Kevin York, Band ate” to describe Holly. They raiser dinner/theater May Director. Mallory is a junior speak of her talent in all ar­ and an active participant in eas of the visual arts includ­ 15. Ross Green, will share the the band program as a trum­ ing pottery, oils and photog­ raphy. $500 arts scholarship with pet player. Walcott said “Holly is her. Ross was recom­ Jessica Julius of Thomapmended by Dave Longtin, ple-Kellogg will split the taking an independent study $500 arts scholarship with course in art this semester band director. which is reserved for the “Ross is an outstanding Holly Smith. young man” Longtin said. Jessica is a junior and is most mature students. Holly “He is an excellent trumpet involved in band, choir, and is doing a series of mixed player as a freshman in the the musicals. She has re­ media as her project. Holly symphonic band, he leads by ceived a Division I rating lives in the art room. She example in and out of class. each year and qualified for needs a cot.” Of her art teachers. Holly Ross is a fine musician and the state festival. “Jessica is a hard worker when it comes self-motivated and self-di­ said, "They are the mentors in my life. They always take to learning his music. He rected,” says Music Director asks questions, practices Ray Rickert, “and she is time to assist me.” Holly’s photography is on regularly and participates in quite a talented young musi­ display at her school. She high school jazz band before cian.” has designed an “inverted This A 1*10 □UIIIIIIVI summer will VT1I1 find 4il»V school. Ross has taken upon himself to learn both trom­ Jessica traveling to Europe pyramid approach to phothat * *** “* is striking in bone and bass guitar to as­ with the Ohio Ambassadors tography sist the jazz band in the Band. Rickert recommended its effect on the photograph she try out for this group and audience. Holly’s work past.” Ross plays for the pep and she was selected by Dr. will also be on display at the band before basketball Bruce Moss, director of games, participates in thea­ bands at Bowling Green ter arts club, the Follies, and State University. Jessica Enjoy the freedom of will perform with other high he can sing. NCL’» freeityle Cruiting^ school musicians on the 15“This is a very involved at you cruite to the four freshman who will certainly day, seven-country tour of main Hawaiian itlondt make worthy contributions Europe. She will participate The perfect combination. to his high school in the next with both the band and choir and the Pacific hideaway three years.” Longtin said, sections. GFWC-Gun Lake of Fanning Island aboard He added that Ross’ enthusi- Area scholarship funds will Norwegian Star. asm motivates and inspires be put toward expenses for Designed specifically for others around him. this musical experience in the Aloha State, there’s “He is the kind of student Europe. each teacher needs in class Of Rickert, Jessica said, to help all students get ex- “He’s so patient, so deter­ of Hawaii, and no bettor cited about what is being mined, just wonderful.” Ju­ taught.” lius will be playing her flute Hawaiian vacation. Ross will use the scholar- al the GFWC May 15 Scholship funds to attend the arship Dinner/Theater fundBand of American Leader­ raiser. ship Band Camp. Holly Smith, also repre­ sents Thornapple-Kellogg Of Longtin and the band APxJl 6 program at Delton-Kellogg. High School as recipient of HAWAII the remaining half of the arts THRU NORWEGIAN" Green said. “Il is like a fam­ 7-11 days from APRIL 2(F ily. W'e watch out for each scholarship funds. Rickert also recommended her for other. If someone in a sec­ tion needs help, we are all this award. She is a senior who plans supportive. We took two to pursue a fine arts career. buses to get some 65 kids in the marching band to district She participated • - . in band, , competitions. Th,s was the Sl* . ■ • . . rein nf the 1 K also been pan of the TK first year for this with the plays and musicals for the Call 945<9554 for ACTION ads. If you're not getting the You're not getting it all! CbiII 1-800-870-7085 for more information on how you can receive your complete coverage of Caledonia, Freeport, Middleville and Yankee Springs... Freestyle Cruising and Hawaii. $599^ S’ Cruise - ——; �Page 4/The Sun and News. Middleville M 1/M arch 18 2003 Family Fun B-B Gun Shoot set TK SCHOOL LUNCH MENUS ple. milk. Fridas, March 21 Pizza or fish sanduich on a bun. com. fresh orange slices, milk. Mondas. March 24 Chicken nuggets or cheesy burrito, mashed pota­ Wednesday, March 19 Macaroni u/chcesc. or hot dog on a bun. seasoned green beans, pears, milk. .1 hursday, March 20 Lasagna roll, w/dinner roll or cheeseburger on bun, broccoli w/chcese. pineap­ toes. mixed fruit, milk. Tuesday. March 25 Com stack, chili over com chips or chicken on a bun. veggie sticks, applesauce, milk. The Maple Valley Light­ ning Bolts 4-H club and the Middleville Masonic Lodge are co-sponsoring a Family Fun B-B Gun Shoot on Sat­ urday. March 22, from 1 to 4 p.m. The shoot is being held at VFW Post 7548 at 123 E. Main in Middleville. Each round will cost $1 for children and $2 for adults. Prizes for each round will be presented. The will be a grand prize winner in the LOCAL CHURCH DIRECTORY ALASKA BAPTIST CHURCH A Living Church - Serving a Living Lord Morning Worship 9 30 a m Fellowship Time...................... . 10 35 a m. Sunday School ................................10:50 a m. Evening Praise .............................. 6:00 p.m. WEDNESDAY Family Night 6 30 p.m. 7240 68th Street, SE - Caledonia 2 miles east of M-37 Pastor, Dr Brian F Harrison Youth Pastor Kevin Stiles frughtiutes... C 0 M M Ul I 1 T CHURCH a place to belong a place to become (Contemporary, Casual, Non-denominational) Sunday Morning Worship .... 9 30 & 11.00 am. Youth Ministry ............................. 891-0576 Now meeting In our new building at 817 S Broadmoor4 /Tri. Michael Stowell. lead Pastor Joe Cipcic, Worship Leader Denny Bourna. Youth Pastor Church Office 616-891-0287 ______ Visit our web site www bnghtside org______ CALEDONIA CHRISTIAN REFORMED CHURCH FIRST BAPTIST CHURCH OF MIDDLEVILLE M-37, north of Middleville • 795-9726 Bruce 5. Mewart. Senior Pastor run A. V ine. Asst. Pastor Youth Douglas G. Beason. Visitation Pastor Gary Weaver. Music Minister Pastor David Stewart. CE ■ Children s Pastor Sunday School 9:45 am. Sunday Morning Worship Service 11:00 a.m. Sunday Evening Service................................. 6:00 p.m. Wednesday Mid Week Prayer 6:45 p m Word of Life Cluhs . 6:45 p.m. 708 W. Main Street Morning Worship Service 10:00 a.m. Sunday School ................. 11:15 a.m. Evening Worship Service 6:00 p.m. YOU ARE INVITED Rev. Tom DeVnes. Pastor - 795-9901 908 W. Main Street (Missouri Synod) Worship........................................9 30 a.m. Sunday School........................... 1100 a.m. Adult Bible Class........................ 11.00 a m. Rev. E. Anthony Sikora Church: (616) 795-2391 GRACE UNITED REFORMED CHURCH RISTIAN CHURCH Sunday Worship................................ 9:30 a.m. and 6:00 p.m. (Child & Adult) (During the School Year) Services at 9:30 a m. and 6 p.m. Rev. R Scott Greenway, Pastor Keith Stulp, Youth Director Al Tiemeyer, Community Calling 9255 84th Street, Alto, Ml 49302 One mile east of Whitneyville Rd 10 AM Sunday Morning 3449 - 76th St. S.E., Caledonia 698-9660 A Church for todays world Spirit-filled family Church. Sunday School for ages 3 yr. thru 6th grade: Sr. High. Sun. 6:30 pm Jr. High. Sun. 6:30 pm Ftev P Adams Phone 891-8440 Church Office. (616) 891-1512 M-37 al 100th St. GUN LAKE COMMUNITY CHURCH & PRESCHOOL 12200 WesiM 179 Highway (Chief Noonday Road) Wayland. Ml 49.M8 Kraft Avenue at Johnson Street Rev. Dave LeBlanc, Pastor Phone 891-9259 Saturday Evening Mass ... .5:00 p.m. Sunday Mass . .9:00 a.m. & 11:00 a.m. Ulje <®lb tEime iJletljobist Cljurd) 5590 VWiitneyville Ave., S.E. Alto, Ml 49302 ’ Sunday Worship: 9.00 im or 1030 a.m. 269-795-7903 www gunlakeooaMntmily church org Rev. Royte Bailard, Pastor Phone 868^437 4 CALEDONIA fl- UNITED METHODIST 250 Xmc sttivi M + St Paul Lutheran Church Missouri Stjnod Comer of 54th St and Kraft in Caledonia 1 mile west of M-37 Traditional Service 5 30 AM Acoustic Praise 8r Worship Service 1100 AM Sunday School 8r Adult Bible Study 9:45 AM Mid-Week at the Oasis - Wed. 6A0 PM Informal mid-week acoustic Praise and Worship service All Services have a Nursery available • Barrier Free Pastor Robert Gerke • Pastor David Ziehr Office Phone 891-8688 Newt Check out our new web site SS. CYRIL and METHODIUS CHURCH THORNAPPLE BIBLE CHLJRCII Preaching Ihe Living WordServing The Risen Lord Sunday School........................ 9 30 a.m Sunday Morning Worship .10 30 a.m (Jr. Church tk Nursery available ) C urrently meeting at: Emmons Lake Elementary 8950 Krafl SE, Caledonia Rev. Dennis Ross Church: (616) 868-7425 UNITED METHODIST CHURCHES Middleville - Parmelee Middle v«e Morning Worship Sunday School (AdUh) Nursery - Grode 5 Grades 6-8 Sunday Evenmgs Grades 9-12 Sunday Evenings Grades 6-12 Wednesday Evenings 9 30 am 1100 am. 9 45 a m. 1100 am 5006 15 p.m 6 304.00 p m. 600-7:30 pm Rev Lee Zachman Church Office Phone - 795-9266 WAYFARER. 1 mmons to Vinci Sunday, March 23rd: “When the Sntart Thing to Do /sisT’ 8 30 a m and 11 00 am Sunday School 9 45 am t owship 10.30 am (Nursery at ailablc throughout) Rev Nomum Kohns *(616) 891-8167 Church Office 616-891 8669 • Fax 89| -8048 ________________WWW caiedomaumc or*____________ Lakeside M-37 between Middleville & Caledonia CHRISTIAN REFORMED Sunday Worship: 8:30 a.m. Traditional 11 a.m. Contemporary 6 p.m. Pratse/Bible Study Community Criurcri A Ptacv for Famih & Fnends 6201 WhitncsMlle Atemic. Aho Contemporary Worship 9:30 a m Res. Dr. Jack Doorlag, Interim Minister Sunday School for All Ages 10:45am Evening Worship 6:00p.m. Nursery & children’s activities dunne all services. For more information: (616) 891 -8119 Pastor Roger Buhman • Church Office 868-0391 »ww iakeudccommumty org or wwwjjga^KhllLdLii Commimitv of Christ Leighton Church ALASKA CONGREGATION 8146 66th St iclxcl Wednesday 6:00 P.M. Evening Prayer phone 795-2370 or 948-9327 Vicar - Rev. Devid T. Hartwick Parmelee Morning Woahp Sunday School...10:00 am. Morning Worship... 11:00 a.m. Evening Worship...6:00 p.m. Wednesday Prayer Meeting...7:00 p.m. Meeting you. your Friends, and your family Right where you 're at. Sunday Service Time* 9:15 A.M. Morning Prayer (Holy Communion 2nd Sunday) 11:00 A.M. Holy Communion 1664 N. M-37 Highway As of now, the 9:30 Mass of SS. Cyril & Middleville. Ml 49333 • 945-1555 Methodius will take place at St Thorese Located near the corner of M-37 and McCann Church in Wayland while the final Service Times: Sunday School................................................... 9:45a.m. phase of the building of the church Morning Worship.................................... 11:00 a.m. takes place. Mass at SS Cyril & Method­ Evening Worship.............................................. 6:00p.m.ius will resume again July 13.2003, when Youth Group:............................. 6:00 p.m. Sunday the dedication takes place. We apolo­ Midweek 7:00 p.m. Wed. gize for the inconvenience ________________ 9:30 a.m. Thurs. ew Life Proclaiming the Whole Counsel of God 2415 McCann Ro. (In Irving) _________ www.StPaulCaledonia.org_________ Middleville Good Shepherd Wesleyan Church Lutheran Church "A Church with a caring heart for our community and the world" CALEDONIA HOLY FAMILY CATHOLIC CHURCH MIDDLEVILLE CHRISTIAN REFORMED adult and youth division. Bonnie White of the Ma­ ple Valley Lightning bolts says, "This event is fun for all ages. We hope that lots of families participate." For more information call White at 517-852-9189. Located in Leighton Township Corner of 2nd Street and 142nd Avenue near Whrtneyvrte Ave Sutkin Mormng 9 45 am Church School. Sunday Praise Singing . . 10 50 am Morning Worship 11 00 am Wed Fellow ship 7.30 p m Pastor E.G. Frizzed Church Ph 616-468-6810 • Pastor 's Ph 6164976740 AJO am Tradeoui 11.15 am Contemporary Redeemer Covenant Church —Lighting Up Uves for God— Sunday Worship 9:30 im Christian Education Hour 1100 am Wednesday J Sundao School far Al ,\je» IftOO ia Sunday Ewoang Sense FW Frimls Prc-SchM-Sth 500pa fcJO pa Family Night 5:45^.00 pm Aduk BiAe Study' - Marndn 6j0pjn Pau! M H JIman Youth Pastor David Erikson 6951 Hanna Lake Avenue. Catedonu 61(^6984001 rftfermfl^isen.nrf www rtdeanercovenant org 4 mrmher dOu ErnngrUd Canenan Chadm dAmenia UT TOWX5EKD • X0MUS XNOBL ten* lau 1016) 891-8028 • e-mail ioghtonAoerv net Finding the Way Together! An informal, contemporary church committed to our community. Sunday Worship is at 10:00am in Caledonia Middle School’s cafeteria. Everyone is welcome! Pastor: Rev. Josh Blunt Contact our Dutton office at (616) 65-65-WAY Check our web site: www: wq yfurerccorv WHITNEYVILLE “ bible Church «546 wmneyvie Aire at 84fh St • 891-8661 “The Church where everybody is somebody... and Jesus is Lord" Meeting at Caledonia High School Sunday School 930am Sunday Mornrg Worsnc IQ30 am ‘Aeerrg at cnapet on AtmeyvUe Ave knaa/ Evenng Worsnp 600p.m Wed MtNveek Prayer & telle Study 700 pm. Bev Ihomai Scys Pastor • vev Kan 8asrnor. Assoc Pastor Aecste wntneyvSeoete org �The Sun and News. Middleville Mi/March 18 2003/Page 5 Science Olympiad team to compete Saturday by Patricia Johns • Staff Writer What, you might ask, is a “boomilever,” “feathered frenzy” or the “robot ram­ ble”? Members of the Thornap­ ple Kellogg Science Olym­ piad know the answers and they will be competing in Battle Creek this Saturday, March 22, to prove it. Other areas where stu­ dents will be competing arc in bottle rockets, cell biol­ ogy, chemistry lab, compute this, designer genes, disease detectives, dynamic planet with a focus on rivers and lakes, experimental design, fossils, mission possible, polymer detectives, practical data gathering, remote sens­ Galle. Brittney Mating. Chris Etter. Jason Terpstra and Jay Cooley. Sopho­ mores on the team are Lori Ann DeWitt and Nick Roskam. This year’s Juniors include Brent Joyce. Justin Linsea. Levi Harold. Paul Adams. Jessica Julius and Chris Harkness. Seniors competing this year are Jen Burks. Mel Welton. Rebecca Dufresne. Cody Garvey, Samantha Flearman. Ashley Ballard. Jen Piccard. Tricia Nelson. Dave Phillips. Ryan Anderson and Kelly Brinks. “The students have been working hard all year and many are hoping to medal this year,” Shaw said. “I am proud of all their efforts.” ing. science of fitness, sounds of music, the Wright stuff and write it. do it. Coaches this year are Tim Shaw. Cathy Marvin and Jimmy Nelson. They have been meeting with students after school, and this past Sunday the planes created by students were flown in the gym. During some academic center times, students met with coaches on the tough problems they face Students will be meeting at 6:20 a.m. Saturday. March 22, to get ready for the competition at Kellogg Community College in Bat­ tle Creek. Ninth-graders on the team are Kyle Selleck, Nico Scouting for Food drive to seek donations Friday The saying is that “it takes a village to raise a child” and the members of the Middleville 4-H Club are doing their best to help make sure all children in the vil­ lage are cared for. This picture was taken as part of Undie Funday on March 8. The Scouting for Food campaign will begin Friday, March 21 Local Cub Scout Pack 3065 and Boy Scout Troop 105 will distribute plastic bags in as many areas around Middleville as possi­ ble on Friday. Then the boys return and collect the food bags on Saturday morning. The non-perishable items are dropped off at the Mid­ dleville Methodist Church, which serves as the area food bank. Anyone who doesn’t re­ ceive a donation bag and would like to help those less fortunate can drop off nonperishable items at the Methodist Church. IMPALA - One of the 10 top selling cars in U.S.A. Bus' this 2000 for only $11,995 t Tax, Tide. Plate Some of the members of this year s Science Olympiad team take time out for a picture during their academic center preparation time the week before regional competition March 22. The newest,largest,jazziest^ Singer to visit Redeemer Covenant Waybum Dean, Christian solo artist, will present a concert, “A Vertical Jour­ ney” Saturday, March 29. at 7 p.m. at Redeemer Cov­ enant Church, 6951 Hanna Lake Avenue in Dutton. Dean is a former member of the contemporary Christ­ ian Group Acappella and has toured and traveled to a dozen different countries and recorded several al­ bums. “As Long As I Live” is his current CD and includes the ballad “1 Want To Know You More” and “A Thousand Times.” He will be singing these songs along with oth­ ers from this new CD. Tickets are $7 and can be purchased by calling Re­ deemer Covenant church’s office (698-8001) or can be purchased at Baker Book House, 2768 East Paris addition to the “Fun Ship.** fleet: CARNIVAL CONQUEST. Strike up the band! 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When she offered to teach several how to knit, they all took her up on it. boys and Virginia Rahm patiently shows Donald Schram (sitting in foreground). Andrew Buer (sitting in background) and Evan Good (standing) how to cast on girls alike. Since learning to knit works into the “Colonial America” unit they were working on. it seemed the perfect idea. The problem? How to teach that many stu­ dents how to knit at one time. The-solution? Ask for help from knitting moms, grandmas, older students Mothers & More to discuss ‘rainy day blues/ kids 4-H food drive to help less fortunate children Members of the Mid­ dleville Clovers 4-H Club have been working on com­ munity service projects. On March 8 they held an Call 945-9554 anytime for Sun & News ACTION-Ads. Reach over 11,000 area homes every week for just a few dollars! “Undic Funday" at the Mid Villa Lanes. Members brought in new underwear and socks, which will be distributed through the Fam­ ily Independence Agency to help less fortunate children. Then they had fun bowl­ ing. No one kept count of the gutterballs, but the laughter was contagious. This Saturday, March 22, the club members will be collecting food donations at Felpausch, Plumbs and Sav­ a-Lot from 10 a.m. to 2 p.rp. There will also be a food collection box at Middleville Marketplace during the same hours. Caledonia Elementary student Ben Dion shows off his knitting needles made from dowels that were sharp­ ened and sanded smooth. and other staff members. Buekema’s class wel­ comed any loved one will- Real Estate For The Real World"1 Caledonia *9175 Cherry Valiev 891-8980 Pearson-Cook caledonia schools HASTINGS NEW LISTING Beautiful wooded bedrooms. 2 baths. finished lower level, family room, office. storage $129,900 (WQVIRDAWSi C ALEDONIA SCHOOLS NEW CONSTRICTION. 2 story home m award winning Caledonia Schools Home features 3 bednxxns. 21/2 baths mb room Daylight lower kM> available (8099AVAND) S25S.5OO NEW PRICE. WELL BELOW TKi9KBETN> ing to lend a helping hand — or two, to learn their new skill. “They were so excited that they started working with toothpicks and pencils before the actual needles,” said Mrs. Buekema. The students made their needles out of dowels that were sharpened in the pencil sharpener and sanded smooth. These needles fig­ ured to approximately a size 6 in regular needle size. One helper even laughed that it was like the “new craze” many celebrities are picking up as a way to relax — knitting. Long winters and even rainy spring days are likely to bring out the boredom in everybody. Mothers and More a local support group, next Monday evening will discuss ideas on how to keep kids occu­ pied during weather that doesn’t invite anyone out­ doors. "Getting our kids discon­ nected from TV and video screens can be a challenge," says a Mothers & More spokesperson. "That's why we get together and share ideas that are stimulating for kids of all ages." The group will meet at 7 p.m. Monday, March 24, Kids First Learning Place (lower level) 420 Misty Ridge Drive, Middleville. The membership invites any moms in the area to come and join a discussion on the topic, as well as share par­ enting tips. Mothers and More is an international not-for-profit organization dedicated to improving the lives of moth­ ers through support, educa­ tion, and advocacy. Locally, mom-to-mom support, play­ groups, outings, networking, friendship and fun arc of­ fered. Any mothers working outside the home, working part-time or home with chil­ dren full-time can become involved with the group. “We address mothers’ needs as individuals, mem­ bers of society and promote the value of all the work that mothers do,” the spokesper­ son said. Meetings arc typi­ cally the second and fourth Monday of the month at ‘ Kids First learning Place (lower level) 420 Misty Ridge Drive. Middleville. Visitors are welcome to at­ tend several meetings prior to deciding to join. For more information about Mothers and More, call Michelle at (269) 7955242 or visit the website at www.mothersandmore.or g- Saving on home insurance is “No Problem. 1 fll | uiidrcd* of thousands families arc saving money with AuloOwncn Insurance for their home and mobile home priMecUon. Slop in and ask ‘ ** with flexi Me payment plana and “No Problem" datm ^ulo-Ownen Infuroncc Man y Mort Lutings Available! CALEDONIA SCHOOLS 3 BEDROOMS. NioodeJ Um 2 ston with 2 1/2 baths. fireplace. and m a great neighborhood Situated on a wooded Km Readv for you to move in and enjoy' SIW.SOO iCRETPDAVb available call: Family Dentistry of Caledonia ISM LASH f ILSI 0O6NKOCAI President Dr Gary Scott D.D.S. FOREST HILLS LI ACRES of beautiful Thomappk River Bayou Award winning Forex Hath Schools Only mmures from 2&h St and shopping $142300 (THO7RDAWS 9958 Cherry Valley Ave. SE Caledonia (616) 891-0004 Fax (616)891-5170 BRI2KBE.NT Da»* Pratt 4IC4354 gisdds@iserv.net 497 Arlington St (M-37) PO Box 99. Middleville Ml 49333 (269) 891-8208 (269) 795-3302 Toll tree (800) 706-3302 Fax (616) 795-3935 �The Sun and News. Middleville. Ml/March 18. 2003/Page 7 Margie A. Durham HASTINGS - Margie A. Durham, age 81. of Hast­ ings, passed away Tuesday. March 11. 2003 at Tender­ care, Hastings. Margie Almeda Durham was bom on June 12, 1921 in Alto. Mich., the daughter of DeForrest and Stella Peet. She was raised in Wyoming, Mich., and attended and graduated from Godwin School. She was married to Rus­ sell Durham in 1941 in Belding, Mich. Mrs. Durham was em­ ployed at General Motors from 1941 to 1958 as an assembly diesel injector; food vendor from I960 to 1975. She did dog grooming and was a music teacher. She was a member of the Whitneyville Bible Church. Mrs. Durham was a homemaker, enjoyed ceram­ ics. singing and reading. She was a very special mother, grandmother, and great grandmother, always doing kind deeds for her family and friends. She is survived by two daughters. Charlotte V. Phil­ lips of Middleville. Cleone (Harry) Mcl^ain of Wyom­ ing. Ml; one son. Lyle R. (Lisa) Durham of Pierson; nine grandchildren; two brothers. Forrest (Hazel) Peet of Wayland. Stewart Peet of Orangeville; several nieces and nephews She was preceded in death by her husband. Russell Durham; sister, Eleanor Joppiin and a son-in-law. Ivan (Dedo) Phillips. Funeral services were held Saturday morning, March 15. 2003 at the Beeler Funeral Chapel. Middleville. Rev. Dennis Ross celebrated. Interment Mt. Hope Cemetery. Mid­ dleville. Memorial contributions may be made to Ixwe In­ corporated. Arrangements were made by Beeler Funeral Home. Middleville. Middleville woman helps in phonathon Teresa K. Venton of Middleville helped secure $129,883 in pledges of scholarships during the 27th annual phonathon McMurray College Jacksonville, 111. Seventy-five student volunleers spent an average of 5.5 hours apiece contacting 2,864 MacMurray alumni nationwide to seek monetary pledges for the college dur­ ing the two-week phonathon. Venton is a sophomore majoring in deaf and hard of hearing: teacher education at MacMurray, a 156-ycar-old. career directed liberal arts college where 96 percent of ■ Do You Love to Scrapbook '’ C*« SUiU WortaM»-(26W95 7M9 Winter Carnival set at First Baptist Church Fun, games, downs and excitement will be the theme from 1 to 3 p.m. Saturday, March 29. as the First Baptist Church of Middle­ ville will be putting on a “Kidz Winter Carnival." This is a community-wide event. Any child from 2 years old to fifth grade may come and be part of the fun. Each child must be accom­ panied by a parent Carnival games of all different skill levels will be included to ensure that every child, no matter what age. is sure to be a winner. Prizes will be given out by the hundreds’ No child will be disappoint­ ed by the “haul" that he/she takes way from this day of fun. Clowns will be wandering around entertaining and delighting all ages through­ out the day and there are still a few surprises that will be kept secret until the carnival begins. All the excitement and action will take place from 1 to 3 p.m. in the Willis Recreation Center. There is no charge to attend. _sfteav nleasnve ^HAIR DESIGNERS OPEN 6 DAYS a Week Evenings Always Available Now open late J VMONDAY, fl WEDNESDAY. « s THURSDAY Call today for Appointments! 122 E. Main St., Middleville Call (next to PMy Pt/ra) 795-7719 For Your Appointment!____ West ONE DAY SALE Manufacturer and Distributor Clearance Saturday, March 22nd • 9 am - 3 pm GAS LOGS 20 Available Reg. $349 thru $549 Teresa Venton the students receive scholar­ ships and other forms of monetary aid. The daughter of Ed and Nancy Venton of Middleville, she is a gradu ate of Thomapple Kellogj High School. 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The process will be used to determine if the cost of artificial turf falls within the original proposed budget for soccer and football field im­ provements. The decision is based on three months of gathering community input and indepth product evaluation. The evaluation included company sponsored site vis­ its, more than 100 reference checks and careful study of how it would affect students in the school district. School officials said the increased use of Bob White Stadium by student athletes, band members and the commu­ nity at large is the basis for this decision. Superintendent kevin Konarska and Athletic Di­ rector Mark Uyl, in a pre­ pared stat ement, said. The new generation artificial turf has proven to be a safe play­ ing surface for kids as well as saving school districts op­ erational dollars. District representatives will continue to study this option during the bid process." Driesenga Engineering Co. is currently analyzing the soil and drainage sys­ tems at the stadium to deter­ mine necessary improve­ ments for either continued use of natural grass or a change to artificial turf. A final decision will be made following verification of ac­ tual costs, results of the en­ gineering study and contin­ ued favorable information from the growing list of OPEN SUNDAY MARCH 23 1-3 PM -HASTINGS1317 E. Woodlawn Nkc 4/2♦ ranch on 1.3 wooded acres. deer and wildlife yei ckse to town Huge kitchen, MH!, 2 firepiaces. 2 car garage pirn 2 stall carport. 2 covered patios. VOOth iq ft HU. Conv. Cnh $149,900 (Bmouw N. Id HWAiwa. L ZJ pnvatf drivt) Kevin Y<>der 3*4.4239 Man Ann Gehrke ((H) X9.V9MH4 or (616* 940 X000 COLDIMCMX~ COLDWELL BANKER BAMKOR O SCHMIDT Is planning a 15 year reunion If you know the whereabouts of any erf the following people please contact Colleen at caendresCcxwncast.net via e-mail or Eat Marshall 891-1035 via phone. Bob Dutcher CHS junior expelled for drug offense The Caledonia Board of Education in a special meet­ ing Monday. March 3, voted to consider student discipli­ nary action against a Cale­ donia High School junior. This was the student’s second offense for posses­ sion of a controlled sub­ stance. The substance. Adderall. is a pharmaceutical product listed in the con­ trolled substance category which highly regulates how and where the product is dis­ pensed. At the request of the stu­ dent’s parents, the board met in closed session as per Michigan school law. The decision was to permanently expel the student, per board policy. £=) Ln Caledonia High School Class of 1988 Tony Baker school districts choosing the artificial turf option across the country. The press re­ lease added. “Thornapple Kellogg Schools expect sev­ eral quality turf companies to bid on this project, mak­ ing the process very com­ petitive.” Cindy Price Jamie Barnett Mark Evans Deanna Schuke Apnl Beggs Chnsy Fleury Slone Cindy Seabrooks Shannon Bodary Esther Gehl Elizabeth Sheldon John Bos Tracey Graughran Tony Slew an Kelly Cady Jennifer Haney Rick Tuinstra Lenny Clark MY Lai Sara VanKmken John Cook Brun Marshall Terry VanRhee KhMinaCox Mk had 'Andy* Caiman Jason Welsh Theta Crow Mdlissa 1’ifler Sara Yonker AA, AL-ANON MEETING TIMES C aledonia - 100th and M37. AA meets Tuesdays 6:30 a.m.; and Saturdays 10 a.m. Open Discussion Meeting. (Al-Anon meets Tuesday and Thursday at noon.) 9964 Cherry Valley #3, Caledo­ nia. Contact Jerry R. at 4379452. Monday, Wednesday, Friday, noon, 9669 Kraft Ave., Holy Family Church, AA open meetings. Tuesday and Thursday 5:30. (TFN) TK Students of the Month for February The following young people were chosen as Students of the Month for February at Thornapple Kellogg High School (front row. from left) Julia Tandy. Brooke VanHouten. Brent Joyce. Jordan McCormick, (back row) Nicholas Heidt, A.J. Heidt. Franklin Glass and Jason Robertson Unavailable for the picture were Garland Allison, Chad Brice, Josh Golden, Missty Welker, Jessica Jones and Laura Wemgartz. Middleville AYSO referee training course offered The Middleville A.Y.S.O. will be holding an A.Y.S.O. Regional Referee Training Course on Monday, March 24 and Thursday, March 27, at the Thornapple Kellogg Middle School Cafeteria from 6:00 P.M. to 9:00 P.M This A.Y.S.O. basic refe­ ree class is designed to in­ troduce soccer refereeing. On March 24th the class will cover Child Safe Haven and essentials of the game. On March 27th, the class will go in depth on the rules of soccer and how to referee a soccer match. Attendance at both ses­ sions is required for certifi­ cation. Graduates become certi­ fied as A.Y.S.O. Regional Referees, and are qualified to referee A.Y.S.O. games at the U6, U8, U10, U12, and U14 levels. (Ages 4 to 14). This is a FREE course for those who sign up to referee Middleville A.Y.S.O. games. All course materials are provided, but please bring a pen or pencil and pa­ per to take notes. Must be 12 years of age or older. No soccer or refe­ reeing knowledge or experi­ ence is required! This is a beginning course. Previously certified refe­ rees are not required to at­ tend for recertification pur­ poses. A.Y.S.O. is an all-volun­ teer organization. Your par­ ticipation docs make a dif­ ference. Referees are par­ ticularly needed. You get free training, experience, and certification. Learning the rules of the game makes watching soc­ cer more interesting. Parents enjoy the game by participating with their chil­ dren. It’s a great way to help out your community. National Honor Society students can earn commu­ nity service hours once trained and referee games in either our Spring or Fall sea­ son. Pre-registration is neces­ sary. the Regional Referee Training class size is limited to 20 people. Make your res­ ervation early so we can plan appropriately. For information contact Tom Ward at 616-765-5132 or e-mail to ardtc(oise rv.net. Call 945-9554 anytime to place your Sun & News ACT10N-Ad & reach over 11,000 area homes! Quality Family Eye Care Since 1929 Bard Bloom, O.D. Scott Bloom, O.D. • OPTOMETRISTS • Hours: Saturday 9 am to 12 n<x>n Mon. thru Fri. 9 am to 5 p m ACCEPTED NORTHLAND PROFESSIONAL BUILDING 1510 N. Broadway. Hasting Ml 945-2192 Some things are meant to be a certain way... Like insurance from Pioneer State Mutual. • Comprehensive coverage for homes and vehicles • Discounts for insuring both your home and car • Quick claims response and sound advice it's the way insurance should be. STAUFFER & WIGGERS INSURANCE AGENCY 612 E. Mam St. • Caledonia, Ml 49316 616.891 9294 �The Sun and News Middleville Ml/March 18. 2003/Page 9 Financial Focus Furnished by Drew McFadden of Edward Jones and Co.________________ _______ _ Consider these strategies for leaving a legacy You work hard to provide a comfortable retirement lifestyle for yourself. But, if you’re like most people, you want to do still more - you want to be able to leave a legacy to your children, your grandchildren and those charitable organizations you support. These are all ambi­ tious goals .V4 but fortunate­ ly, you’ve got some good tools available to help you achieve them. To begin with, consider your current assets and how you can most efficiently pass them on Io your heirs. For example, suppose you’ve built up a considerable bal­ ance in your traditional IRA, but you don't think you'll need to use it all to help pay for your retirement. Can you pus on your IRA's tax deferral to your children? Yes, you can - through the concept of the "stretch" or "multi generational" IRA. To understand how the stretch IRA works, you need to know one of the rules governing traditional IRAs specifically, you have to start taking "required mini mum distributions" at age 70 1/2. Basically, the IRS has always required you to take minimum distributions bas­ ed on your life expectancy. However, in 2002, the IRS changed the life expectancy factors used to determine your required minimum dis­ tribution calculations. Con­ sequently, you can now take out smaller amounts of money from your IRA. which allows you to extend the number of years your IRA money grows taxdeferred. Obviously, this change will positively affect how much of your IRA money you can leave to your chil­ dren. But the new rules also permit your children, once they inherit your IRA. to base their minimum required distributions on their life expectancies. So, if they are in their early middle-aged years when they receive your IRA. they can take out relatively small amounts, thereby avoiding big tax hits. The stretch IRA can be a valuable estate-planning tool. But you can also build your legacy while you’re still arouitd to enjoy the results. One vehicle for helping you accomplish this goal is the Section 529 plan, w hich you can use to help pay for your child or grandchild's college education. Section 529 plans, named after the ap­ propriate section in the tax code, are offered as either prepaid tuition plans or state-sponsored college sav­ Caledonia Community Schools Young 5's/Kindergarten Parent Information Meeting If you are the parent of a student entering the Young S's or Kindergarten program this fall please join us March l£th 2003, at 9:30 a.m. or 7:00 p.m. in the Caledonia High School performing arts center for an informational meeting. ings accounts. Section 529 plan contribu­ tion limits are typically quite high - over $200,000 per beneficiary in many state plans. Also, under current law, all qualified with­ drawals will be free from federal income tax. although the money will appear as income on the child’s tax return. Thus far. we've only talked about vehicles that can help you leave a legacy to your family. But what about charitable organiza­ tions? What are some good ways to leave your legacy there? One possibility is to don­ ate an appreciated asset, such as stock or a piece of real estate, to a charitable remainder trust. You'll get an immediate income tax deduction for a portion of the value of your gift. The trust can sell the asset, with­ out incurring any immediate capital gains taxes, and invest proceeds in a diversi­ fied portfolio designed to pay you an income stream for life. Upon your death, the trust will pay out the remain­ ing funds to the charity or charities you've chosen. As you can see, there are several ways in which you can link your name to a lega­ cy of generosity. But before you take action, consult with your tax and legal advisers. You’ll get more enjoyment out of leaving your legacy if you know you've done the best you can for everyone involved. New textbooks and courses discussed by TK school board by Patricia Johns Staff Writer Books and reading were the main topic of discussion at the March 10 meeting of the Thornapple Kellogg Board of Education. One of the books, "Archi­ tecture: Residential Drawing and Design" will replace one now used in the district that is 31 years old. Other books include new technical drawing and Auto CAD tests, a Java methods textbook, music appreciation and health. These books will be available for public re­ view in the school and com­ munity library on Monday, March 24. The board approved two textbooks presented at the Feb. 10 meeting for discrete math and business dictation. Assistant Superintendent Pat Koeze witht he help of McFall teacher Cindy Mid­ dlebush and Candace Bennet form Lee discussed im­ provements in reading for children at both schools. The schools are using the Michigan Literacy provide program is having a impact the teachers can sec already. Data will continue to be analyzedand more teachers are receiving MLPP train­ ing. Alice Jansma will serve as one of the three district representatives to the Thor­ napple Area Parks and Rec­ reation Commission. The board will hold a work session March 24 as the members continue to up date board policy. SERVING OUR COUNTRY Joshua J. Van Alstine Marine Corps Lance Cpi. Joshua J. Van Alstine. son of Peggy J. and Mark A. Johnson of Alto, recently was promoted to his current rank while serving with Marine Air Support Squadron Two. Marine Air Control Group IB. Okinawa. Japan. Van Alstine was promoted based on sustained superior job performance and profi­ ciency in his designated spe­ cialty. 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Camron Moore was one of the students who used the snow day on Wednesday to complete his experi­ ment on the effect of temperature on the rate water freezes. lie 5c>la.r 5ys*rm .Siar+’i Kaitlyn Nink and Dreanna Irwin created a tornado in a bottle and one of the many volcanoes on display Cauldron bubbles were part of the chemistry ex­ periment created by Adam Sinclair. Other chemical experiments at the fair included gack, oobleck and slime. The annual third grade science fair at Lee Elemen­ tary School on March 6 brought out everything from osmosis to the solar system. Here the solar system was created by students Brittany Quint, Kim Hodges and Lauren Ross. Uncertainty is the pre­ requisite to gaining knowledge and fre­ quently the result as well. —Edith Hamilton Ryan Kermeen explored radio waves in his display Willie the cockatiel was a big attraction at the sci­ ence fair General Dentistry for Children & Adults — NEW PATIENTS WELCOME — Early Morning & Evening Appointments Available Conveniently located on M~37 in Caledonia (Right on the way to orfrom work) Quality dental care in a relaxed and friendly atmosphere. Reach over 8,000 area homes with an ad in the Sun s you mSler- ? achiever* We offer a free service that can cloaely estimate what your IRA could be worth at retirement. II it’s not achieving the results you want. 1*11 show you all of our available IRA choice*. Call Of stop by today. Drew McFadden investment Representative 9185 Cherry vaney Ave SE XUE .WHITE Call 945-9554 TODAY! Catedoma. Mi 49316 Bus 61&8911173 To# Free 866-8911173 wwwe<y»ard|ones com Edward Jones �The Sun and News. Middleville. M 1/M arch 18. 2003/Page 11 Patrick McKeown named Rotary Student of the Month Jaime Nelson, math in­ structor at Thomapple Kel­ logg High School, nominat­ ed senior Patrick McKeown, son of Scott and Deb Mc­ Keown of Middleville, as Rotary' Student of the Month for February . He was nominated for accomplishments in leader­ ship. athletics and acade­ mics. He has been a member of the National Honor Society for three years and he currently serves as presi­ dent. He has been a member of the Thomapple Kellogg Student Council for four years, acting as vice presi­ dent as a junior and presi­ dent as a senior. As president of Student Council, he leads outwardly by running assemblies, dele­ gating tasks and conducting meetings; but more impor­ tant. he leads by example. “He is conscious of his actions and decisions and how they affect those around him,” said Nelson. “Patrick has led activities in the past three years that have helped to raise nearly $20,000, which has been donated to Nelson added. He is a member of the YAC (Youth Advisory Council), a community youth council that discusses area-wide issues and raises I money for various charities. I McKeown also served as a I Patrick McKeown various charities in the com­ munity.” He also attends leadership conferences regular!) where he meets and interacts with other student leaders from schools across Michigan. “The community has also been well served by Patrick where he is a member of the TATU (Teens Against Tob­ acco Use) group that talks to young children about the dangers of tobacco use,” D A R E role model at Page Elementary. Excelling in athletics, he has played soccer for four years at TKHS. earning All­ District. All-Conference honors twice and All-County honors tw ice. He has been a four-year member of the wrestling team earning con­ ference. district and regional championships and has par­ ticipated in the individual and team state wrestling meets. He has surpassed the 150-win mark for his wrestling career. “Patrick is an exemplary student who goes above and beyond what is expected,” Nelson said. "He challenges himself in the classroom s he does in all areas of his life.” Future plans will take Patrick to the Lyman Briggs School at Michigan State University. Share the moments Share the life.™ It does matter who processes your film! 24 EXPOSURE SINGLE SET INCLUDES INDEX PRINT I I I I I NOW ONLY 1-Hour Processing Additional APS TK driver education Processing sign-up will be Thursday 25 EXPOSURE SINGLE SET INCLUDES INDEX PRINT Thornapple Kellogg School District is planning to offer Segment I Driver Education this summer. The dates are Session I, June 23 to July 11 and Ses­ sion II. July 14 to Aug. 1. Students planning to take driver education this sum­ mer will need to register in the high school auditorium Thursday. March 20. All applications and fees will need to be handed in during this sign-up session, which will be from 7 to 8 p.m. All driver education open­ ings will be filled through this process. All students registering for drivers edu­ cation must have a parent signature on their applica­ tion form. There will be a charge of $150 for students taking Driver Education. This fee will need to be paid at the signup in order to reserve File Your Taxes Yet??? We Can Help!! C & K Business Sendees, lie CPA Give us a call We can help you take advantage of the new tax laws Phone: 616-891-5789 Email: kjohnson@ckbusserv.com 612 E Main Street Caledonia, Ml 49316 placement. This fee will I include both Segment I and I Segment 11. The registration fee will be $50 for students who qualify for free lunch. For those students qualifying for reduce lunch, the registration fee will be $100. All checks for driver education should be made out to Thornapple Kellogg Schools. The out-of-district fee will be $300. Out-of district students will only be admitted if there are open­ ings. Student requirements for driver education: • Must be at least 14 years and eight months at the beginning of class. • Must have a completed application turned in on the evening of registration. (All applications will be handed at registration.) • All students must meet academic eligibility guide­ lines. They must have pass­ ed at least five of seven courses taken in the second semester of the current school year. The driver education openings are limited and w ill be filled on a first-come, first-served basis. Any child planning to lake driver edu­ cation this summer must be enrolled at the registration session Thursday evening. Parents should enter the auditorium through the door of the high school hallway. Call 945-9554 to place your Sun & News ACnON-Ad! Additional I I I I I Double Prints 35mm or APS with original processing I I I I I I 99e GET 8X10 ENLARGEMENTS SAME DAY OR NEXT DAY PROCESSING Join the club & Save! SPECIALTY PAPERS COPIES SEE OUR HUGE SELECTION OF COLORS & SPECIAL TEXTURES BLACK & WHITE OR FULL COLOR CHECK OUR PRICES! Check out all our Special Services: Big Prints & Posters Folding & Laminating Collating Business Cards Custom Rubber Stamps * Plastic Binding and more! 1351 N.Broadway (M-43) Hastings 269.945.9105 OPEN MON - FRI 8:30 • 6:00 • SAT 8:30 -1:00 �Page 12/The Sun and News, Middleville Ml/March 18. 2003 Caledonia Uge discusses water treatment termmation agreement by Ruth Zachary Staff Writer A transfer agreement be­ tween four parties in 1997, set up for the water system supplying the Village of Caledonia, the Schools, First Real Estate and Riebel De­ velopment, may soon be ter­ minated under a new ar­ rangement. The Caledonia Village Council discussed a water termination agreement April 10, to replace an old agree­ ment, but no action was taken. The township arranged to pay off the debt at $1.2 mil­ lion. The payment to the "big three" would be $700,000, and $160,000 to the village, which would come from a proposed bond issue for the township. If ap­ proved by all parties, the public water system will soon be solely under mu­ nicipal jurisdiction. A problem for the village has to do with the timing of payment. President Daryl Penfold said. Penfold pro­ posed that funds which were to come to the village from the water fund might be ap­ plied toward a public safety water project, to install fire hydrants along a water main where needed in the village. He said no mandatory hookups for village residents were to result if a water main came into the village. Penfold said after six years into the previous water agreement, not many hook­ ups had taken place, from which the village was to be paid for its share of the in­ vestment. He said at the time, it had been advanta­ geous to the township to ex­ pand the water system be­ cause of its needs. "The original agreement had a clause in it... for 20 years, that if payment could not be made at a few hun­ dred bucks at a time, for every connection, that basi­ cally at the end of 20 years, the debt was gone," Penfold explained. "The difference with this agreement was that the pay­ ment was mandatory. It took away the umbrella... but it said the discounted dollar amount, paid equally be­ tween all the parties in­ volved, was a guaranteed NEWS REPORTER WANTED: J-Ad Graphics, publisher of five week­ ly newspapers based in Hastings, is looking for a full-time reporter for police, courts, features and some local govern­ ment meetings. Photographic skills helpful. Writing skills essential. Please send resume and clips to Editor David T. Young, 1351 North M-43 Highway, Hastings, Michigan 49058, email jadnews@voyager.net or call (269) 945-9554, extension 224. payment." "Though it would be up to this council. I think it should be used for public safety or some different ideas, if a water main went in up Main Street or across by Gregg Apartments for example, so it came through up to the Fire Bam. where they could either fill up. or so on." Pen­ fold added. "It's very inex­ pensive to put a line across a field than to put it under a road." "I thought one of the things that could happen is... we were talking about Main Street, some of the stuff Paul (Galdes) was talking about, that while we have the road tom up, that we put a water main in. put hy­ drants in." The village has been gradually working to replace the sewer lines and the vil­ lage streets at the same time. Village Engineer Galdes had explained earlier about matching grant delays for replacing Main Street and the village sewer under it. Penfold said if the street was to be torn up anyway, that would be a good time to put in a water main as well. Penfold continued, "If someone decided to hook up, they could buy a connec­ tion at around $4000, just like anyone else in the town­ ship. But it would not be a mandatory connection." The township is purchas­ ing the unused capacity from the other three part­ ners. Water would be avail­ able to any applicant in the village or township provid­ ing it was still available in the total system. Riebel had bought out the village extra capacity it was explained. The reason more water is still available is be­ cause people are not using the full capacity. Although designed to supply 1200 units, it probably can actu­ ally supply 2400 units, in or­ der to supply enough water during a peaking period, Utilities Administrator Rich VILLAGE OF CALEDONIA COUNTY OF KENT, MICHIGAN NOTICE OF ADOPTION OF VILLAGE ORDINANCE AND SUMMARY OF THE REGULATORY EFFECT THEREOF Pierson explained. He said the three partners still could divide the 1200 units be­ tween themselves as they chose. Although there was not to be a vote on the termination agreement. Penfold asked the trustees to give it some thought and come back with any additional ideas they could offer. Pierson said, “When ever we sell a bond issue, we are required to use those funds for that purpose. We would sell those bonds in August, and have maybe three years to have that happen. If Main Street didn't happen we might want to expend those fund somewhere else. We could probably make a pay­ ment to you, similar to the big three. You could put that in your water fund to use for that purpose." The village would not be required to spend the money within three years. Penfold said the termina­ tion agreement had not in­ cluded a closure date for the money to be turned over. Pierson commented, "The village and the township need to be in control of their own destinies with respect to development." "What happened with the village was that you had a developer and the school build their own water sys­ tem. The village partnered with them and that became part of the township sys­ tem." "What this payback does is allow us at a discounted rate, to eliminate the exist­ ing transfer agreement, and give free and clear title to the public by the township. Pierson continued, "The second item is, the north­ west district," with $4 mil­ lion worth of water mains was 100 percent funded by assessments on those prop­ erties." Those land owners are fully assessed for the im­ provements that are there. They cannot by law, be charged $2,000 per unit or additional fees to pay back someone else in another dis­ trict. "We cannot charge those people for any of this payment." "In respect to how we get the funds to pay this back is from this limited area around the village for new connections which have not been occurring. That's where these revenues would come from," Pierson explained. He said the purpose was not to avoid payment of the debt, but this was a way to pay it and move forward. "He said these matters must be resolved so the two systems can be joined." The long range plan is to join the different systems to offer a more consistent supply, to provide backup in case of a temporary failure, and to better provide water for fire safety. Penfold said under the present agreement, in four or five years it would have cost close to $4,800 or more to hook up to the w ater system, because of the compound in­ terest on a reverse mortgage. These rates priced the sys­ tem right out of the market. because it didn't get paid off. he said. He said everyone who had been involved was shar­ ing the cost. "Its probably the best option." He said he thought water to the fire station would be a good way to spend that money unless "everyone thinks we need the cash to do something else with. They are working very hard to qualify for ISO registra­ tion and rating. And I think hydrants in the village would be a good thing to have." Resident Clarence Slaughter said he thought the township offering to pay off the village with a line in the ground was high handed. Penfold said this proposal had been his idea. Other trustees supported the idea and were unwilling to let Penfold take all the credit . Regular Meeting CALEDONIA VILLAGE Minutes of the Regular Meeting of the Village of Caledonia March 10, 2003 Call to Order at 7 00 p m Pledge of Allegiance Present: Erskine. Bierlein, Maviglia, Unger. Penfold. Audy. Zandstra, Regan & Ayers Absent: None Consideration of meeting agenda: Change under old business-Resolution for Short Street Vacation. Approval of Consent Agenda: Motion by Unger, sup­ ported by Bierlein Motion car­ ried Public Comments - none Township Liaison Report: Engineer’ Report: Paul Galdes made a presentation regarding Main St and the new sewer project Village Manager Report: A. The sheep will be coming back for grass control at the WWTP B Reviewed plans for new DPW garage, will get bids Village President Report: Unfinished Business: A Noise Ordinance-hold B R03-04 Resolution to Vacate and Discontinue a Portion of Short Street in Kinsey's Plat. Motion by Erskine, supported by Bierlein Motion carried C Glen Valley *5-Fmal approval motion by Unger, sup­ ported by Audy Motion carried New Business A R03-05 Ordinance to Amend the Ordinance Code of the Village of Caledonia Motion by Audy. supported by Zandstra Motion carried B Street Dedications for Dobber Wenger Blvd . Kaechele St & Higley St. there will be a ceremony with relatives invited for the dedication C. Termination Agreement for the Water Transfer Agreement Discussion and questions with Rich Pierson Council will act next month D R03-06 Sewer Extension Agreement. Motion by Maviglia. supported by Erskine Motion carried E. R03-07 Resolution of Necessity and to Approve Declaration of Taking for Acquisition by Condemnation of Certain Properly Rights for the Sewer Extension Project Motion by Audy, supported by Maviglia Motion carried Public Comment: None Council Comments Discussion on the snow removal from Village residents sidewalks is being neglected by several cit izens Meeting Adjourned at 8 35 p.m. Respectfully Submitted Sandra Ayers. Clerk (300)) VILLAGE OF CALEDONIA COUNTY OF KENT, MICHIGAN PUBLIC NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that on March 10.2003, the Village Council of the V«age of Caledonia adopted Village Ordinance No. 03-05 an ordnance to amend tie Village Ordnance Code The principal provisions of the ordnance can be summarized as loiows 1 Ordnance No. 03-05 Section 5. i of the Vitage Ordnance Code is amended so as to adopt the Uniform Traffic Code by reference Section 52 ts amended so as to adopt provisions of the Michigan Vehicle Code which do not conflict or overlap with the Undorm Traffic Code Section 5 3 of the Village Ordnance Code is also amended to adopt provisions of toe Michigan insurance Code which reqixre insurance and Section 5.4 ts amended to provide the penalties provided by the Uniform Traffic Code and state law are adopted by reference as the penalties kx notating Ordinance No. 03-05 Sections 5 6 and 5 7 retan the current parking provisions of the V*age of Caledonia Ordinance Code 2. Effective Date The amending ordinance w»fl become effective March 18 2003 Copes of the ordinance may be inspected or purchased at the offices of the Viaage Clerk. 250 South Maple Street Caledonia. Michigan, during VHage office hours PUBLIC NOT'CE IS HEREBY GIVEN that on Apnl 14. 2003, at 7 00 pm, the Village Council of the Village of Caledonia will hold a regular meeting at the Township and Village Hall. 250 South Maple Street. Caledonia Michigan for the purpose of considering the vacation, discontinuance and abol'shment of that part of Short Street lying within the West 22 feet more or less of Lot 8 of Block 6 of Kinseys Plat of the Vifiage of Caledonia being part of Sectton 29. Town 5 North. Range 10 West, Kent. County Michigan Objections to the proposed vacation may be filed with the Village Clerk m writing at the Village offices 250 South Maple Street. Caledonia. Michigan All interested persons may attend the April 14. 2003, Village Council meeting The telephone number of the Village Cterk ts (616; 891-9384 Proposed minutes of the Apnl 14, 2003 meeting win be available at the office of the Caledonia Village Clerk. 250 South Maple Street Caledonia Michigan, eight business days after the meet tng Approved minutes of the meeting will be available at the same address five days after the meeting at which such minutes are approved This notice is given m accordance with Act 267 of the Public Acts of Michigan of 1976, as amended being the Michigan Open Meetings Act Dated March 14. 2003 Dated March 10. 2003 VILLAGE COUNCIL OF THE VILLAGE OF CALEDONIA VILLAGE COUNCIL OF THE VILLAGE OF CALEDONIA 304 302 �The Sun and News. Middleville. M 1/M arch 18. 2003/Page 13 Caledonia Main Street sewer replacement put off until '07 hill at about eight feet in problems w hich occurred in the past. depth under the street. If the work proceeds from Galdes showed the eleva­ tions of the existing road the top of the hill, deepening it would create a backup at relative to the old sewer any point where sewer is lines. "In general you’ve got a still at a shallower elevation. hill that falls from west to It is only possible to deepen all the lines to around 11 east, toward M-37." Another problem with feet and increase the diame­ sewer lines at the eight foot ter of the lines to 12 inches depth is that some of the as they are replaced if the basements of homes along work proceeds west from the street cannot hook up the deeper lines. The township has sug­ with the line. Generally gested future sewer needs basements are deeper than might be created by devel­ the line. But if the sewer opment occurring west of was deepened to 11 to 12 village boundaries, such as feet, these basements could along Kraft. Meeting such flow into the system. future needs would be pru­ The grade and rate of dently dealt with if joined flow down the sewer could with the sewer lines through actually be increased, which the village. However, a 15would help correct backup inch line would be more suited to future flow needs. In the northwest district, the township is installing an 18-inch main. Utilities Ad­ Synopsis of regular meeting ministrator Rich Pierson ex­ plained. This exceeds any demand the village may ex­ pect to occur, which is why ton Street construction was held COUNCIL MEETING MINUTES 3 Adopted Resolution #03village sewer replacement FEBRUARY 25, 2003 Mr Joe Herdu s of Consumers 007, Compensation tor Village has used lines only 12 The regular meeting of the Power, was in attendance at the Trustees on a motion made by inches in diameter. Village of Middleville, Michigan request of the Village of Mr Lytle and supported by Mrs "If you don't have enough Middleville regarding recurnng Council was called to order at VandenBerg 7 00 pm by Mr Floyd Bray. problems with street lights Mr 4 Adopted Resolution #03flow to justify a 12-inch, ciair Miller submitted the month­ Council President Pro Tempore 008, Support tor Barry County and it's at minimum grade, ly Earth Tech report of the Village of Middleville, Road Commission Aoplication you could have some plug­ ACTIONS TAKEN Michigan, in the Council tor Federal Aid (TEA-21) ging problems," Galdes said. 1 Adopted Resolution #03Funding to Construct New Chamber of the Village Hall 005, Request to Thornapple Bridge and Finkbeiner Road Members present Mr Floyd "But if you can put it in a lit­ Township to Return Thornapple Bray. Mrs Dorothy Corson, Mr improvements on a motion tle bit steeper, that would by Ruth Zachary Staff Writer Though the Village of Caledonia was allotted a federal transportation matching grant of $400,000 to replace the Main Street sewer, officials have agreed to wait four more years for the project. Local officials said the grant amount would not build the entire street length, and the costs right now would be prohibitive. Village Engineer Paul Galdes explained March 10 that the Michigan Depart­ ment of Transportation (MDOT) had only approved paving the street section from School Street to Kin­ sey, which contains the ele­ vated portion of the sanitary sewer. However, because village officials hope to co­ ordinate sewer replacement along Main with the street replacement, this has created a logistics problem. A minimum grade for such lines is needed so the sewer will be self cleaning. Engineers believe the lower end of the sewer needs to be replaced first, to prevent po­ tential flow problems as the work is being done. The village installed a new 12-inch diameter sewer line just last year from Main to the sewer treatment facil­ ity near its northern bounda­ ries. That line was deepened by about 10 feet. The old sewer is an eight inch di­ ameter line which follows the drop in elevation of the VILLAGE OF MIDDLEVILLE Michael Lytle. Mr Charles Pullen and Mrs Marilyn VandenBerg Members absent Mr William Kenyon and Mr Lon Myers Minutes of the February 11, 2003 meeting were approved as written The Agenda for the meeting was approved as writ­ ten A Public Hearing regarding Grand Rapids Street/Washing­ Township Emergency Services Building to Village of Middleville on a motion made by Mr Lytle and supported by Mrs VandenBerg 2 Adopted Resolution #03006 Requesting Reallocation of MERS Assets on a motion made by Mrs VandenBerg and sup­ ported by Mr. Lytle NOTICE TO IRVING TOWNSHIP RESIDENTS Irving Township Board will meet on the second Wednesday of each month on the following dates for 2003-3004: April 9, 2003; May 14. 2003; June 11, 2003; July 9. 2003; August 13, 2003; September 10, 2003; October 8, 2003; November 12. 2003; December 10. 2003; January 14. 2004; February 11, 2004; March 10, 2004 All meetings begin at 7:00 p.m. and are held at the Township Hall at 3425 Wing Rd Individuals with disabilities requiring auxiliary aids or services should contact the clerk seven days before scheduled meeting date by con­ tacting the clerk at 3241 Wood School Rd . Middleville, Ml 49333, Phone « (269) 948-8893 Carol Ergang Irving Township Clerk made by Mr Pullen and support­ ed by Mr Lytle 5 Adopted Resolution #03009, Support for Thornapple Area Parks and Recreation Commission Application for ‘Ready to Play* Grant to Build a Play Structure on a motion made by Mrs VandenBerg and sup­ ported by Mr Lytle The motion carried 4-1 with Mrs Corson vot­ ing against the motion 6. Adopted Resolution #03010, Rezoning of 515 and 611 Grand Rapids Street on a motion made by Mr Lytle and supported by Mrs VandenBerg 7 Approved the invoices dated February 21, 2003 in the amount of $20,526 52 on a motion made by Mr Pullen and supported by Mrs VandenBerg 8 Adjourned the meeting at 7 39 p m on a motion made by Mrs Corson and supported by Mrs VandenBerg Respectfully submitted Rhonda L Fisk. Clerk The completed text of the min­ utes may be read at the Village Hall between the hours of 9:00 AM and 5:00 PM. Monday througn Friday (301) help keep the sewer clean." If the township was to share such a line, shared cost would have to be worked out as well. Galdes said. New development along Kraft at present is be­ ing planned to use the schools’ sewer, such as in Scotsmoor and by a church on the west side of Kratt. Village President Daryl Penfold asked. "Really, for what we’re looking at. there really isn't a problem with proceeding with what we arc talking about?’ Galdes agreed. Funding is even more confusing than the logistics of the work. Galdes said, in regard to what had been learned at a meeting of met­ ropolitan planners, which he and Manager Sandra Ayers had attended March 7. Galdes said the estimated cost of the street portion of the project from Kinsey to School would be around $363,000. The sewer portion would be around $123,000 and $71,000 for engineering, for a total of $557,000. The MDOT task force had previously agreed to a $400,000 project, granted for a maximum of 80 per­ cent, but at the last meeting had said the matching amount would be closer to 77 percent. The MDOT also reduced the size of the initial project the village had pro­ posed. and only wanted to consider the worst section of Main Street at this time. Two other sections "were not in as bad condition, and are not eligible for funding." Galdes explained. "We ended up with such a small project here, we can’t use that entire $400,000." He said 80 percent of the to­ tal $363,000. only resulted in around $290,000. "I think we could proba­ bly go back to M-DOT and ask to get the rest of that down at the east end of the project." He explained that the county had just learned that because of the 2000 census. Sparta is in now in the urban planning area instead of ru­ ral. as Caledonia still is. "They had some projects planned up there, that were going to happen in 2(X)6 and 2007 that can no longer use rural funds. So now some rural money has become available for those years. The village is basically now vying with the county in terms of whose projects get done." He said a tentative agree­ ment had been offered that if the village would accept $4(X),(XX) in 2007, then the county would do its county See sever replacement, pg. 14 Without official Public Notice published in your newspaper, this may be all the information you get. Currently and historically, it is the responsibility of government to publish public and legal notices here in Michigan's newspapers. Facts concerning court actions, government bids, zoning changes, tax increases, and legislative proposals are all published here. In fact, it’s the law serving your right to know; assuring that you are informed of events and important information affecting your life and community. Public Notices in Newspapers. Your Right to Know, Delivered Right to Your Door. �Page 14/The Sun and News Middleville. Ml/March 18. 2003 Sewer replacement, continued from pg. 13 projects in 2005 and 2006, and give the village $400,000 in 2007." This is based on what is expected to be available. Penfold said, "Who is running the show in 2007, nobody knows, but you are looking at $550,000 of vil­ lage funds, two year’s entire budgets." If sacrifices are made, and the money put aside, it would be difficult to handle that amount in two years, he said. Galdes said, the planners would be willing in 2007 to do either M-37 to Church, or Kinsey to School. But the downtown section is the least eligible for funding be­ cause it is in the best condi­ tion. That would come to $557,000. "If you were to do the whole thing, from Kinsey to M-37. that would be an ad­ ditional $492,000 of village cost. MDOT will not pick up any of the sewer costs or of engineering," Galdes ex­ plained. "They are still not giving 80 percent at that." he said. He said the village could hold out longer based on this not being enough and ask for the full 80 percent at a later date. Penfold said that even at 80 percent, the project was still out of reach. Advertisement Little Known Secret In Barry County BY DAVID STOWERS Many people in Barry County have no idea that there is a small company in the area called Netpenny.net. Netpenny offers fast, reliable, inexpensive dial-up Internet service to Hastings and the surrounding communities. What’s so refreshingly unusual is that Netpenny charges only $4.95 a month for Internet access and they have no contracts, no set up fees and they don’t even require a credit card. Netpenny is able to keep their cost low by utilizing an underground data center located 85 feet underground in Grand Rapids where there’s no heating or air-conditioning required. 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Ayers said there is only a little over $500,000 of rural funding available. "Our pro­ ject. which is $1.4 million has to be spread out in order to even do it. That's taking away funding for other pro­ jects that need to be done too." she said. "There are other things to do other than the Main Street of the village." Pen­ fold said. Main Street is the only project which qualifies for the grant, however. He said he thought the approach should be to maintain inter­ est. and to stay on the list. And if at that time it can’t happen, that would be faced in the future. But to be ready to accept the matching funds, the vil­ lage would have to commit $80,000 per year for several years. Penfold cautioned. He said, "I'm not sure that will fly, either." "A lot of this depends on federal funding, which is up in the air. too," Galdes agreed. ’They could reduce the amount of transportation funding. They could in­ crease it." He explained the State of Michigan could end up with 95 percent of its contribution to the national funding instead of 80 per­ cent, resulting in more dol­ lars for state highways. In that case, the village might not have so much difficulty getting funding. The chance of getting the money also is better right now because there is more rural funding, Galdes said. Ayers said also, urban funding could be used for rural projects, but not the re­ verse. Even though the vil­ lage is next on the list for 2004, she said, "That doesn't mean we will get it, because other people can come up with projects too." Galdes recommended continuing to pursue the match, but to explain the vil­ lage could not afford it at this time, which council consensus seemed to sup­ port. In the meantime, vil­ lage officials hope to pursue other funding and granting opportunities. 100's & 100'sl of movies for CHARTER TWP. OF CALEDONIA Regular Meeting MEETING NOTICE A Regular Meeting of the Charter Township of Caledonia Board of Trustees will be hetd Beginning at 7 00 pm on Wednesday. March 19th. 2003. at the Caledonia Township/Village HaH 250 Maple Street. Caledonia. Michigan NOTE individuaJs with disabili­ ties may request auxiliary aids and services for the meeting by contacting the Township Clerk at (616) 891-0070 TENTATIVE AGENDA 1. CALL TO ORDER/ROLL CALL 2. PLEDGE OF ALLE­ GIANCE AND INVOCATION 3 CONSIDERATION OF THE MEETING AGENDA 4. PUBLIC COMMENT (BRIEF) 5. APPROVAL OF CONSENT AGENDA A Minutes of the February 19 2003 Meeting B Correspondence Not requiring Board Action C Approval to Pay Bills D Treasurer s Report E. Building Department Report F FOIA Report G Ordinance - 1st Reading Rezomng Request by Davenport College H Ordinance - 1st Reading Request by Dykema Excavators. Inc to Amend the Spring Valley Estates PUD 6. INQUIRY OF CONFLICT OF INTEREST 7 REPORT FROM BOARD OFFICERS AND STAFF A Township Manager Update on New Library B Assessor Report on Board of Review 8 CORRESPONDENCE 9. UNFINISHED BUSINESS A Sign Ordinance - 2nd Reading B Resolution of Intent to Sell Capital Improvement Bonds C Resolution to Approve Water Termination Agreement D Resolution to Approve Lepard Park Assessment Contract E Resolution to Establish Public Hearings F Resolution to Approve Cascade Water Main - 60th St Agreement G Motion to Approve NW Progress Payments Community, forum scheduled Community broadband survey results to be released March 26 A Community Forum is scheduled for Wednesday, March 26 to present the findings of the recent market research of Barry County businesses and residents per­ taining to Internet use and other connectivity services. Providers and their serv­ ices in the county will also be outlined. Additionally, information regarding local free Internet access sites will be provided. The public is welcome to attend the forum from 9:3011:30 a.m. in the Commu­ nity Room of the Barry County Courts & Law Building, located at 220 West Court Street, Hastings. (The Community Room is on the first floor, just inside the building entrance). This Community Forum is part of the county’s LinkMichigan initiative with Io­ nia and Kent counties to en­ sure access to broadband connection services through­ out the region. Representa­ tives from the project's tele­ communications consulting firms will present their find­ Dennison, coordinator for ings: Virchow Krause & the Barry County project, al Company of Madison. Wis. (269) 924-1415 (e-mail ad­ will present market research dress: ldennison(abarryfindings and Broadband De­ county.org) or visit the fol­ velopment 3 of Chicago. 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Ml/March 18. 2003/Page 15 New DPW garage for Caledonia Village? by Ruth Zachary Staff Writer A new Department of Public Works garage may be built on Caledonia Village property near the sewer treatment plant at a cost be­ tween $60,000 and $70,000. Manager Sandra Ayers ex­ plained March 10. The proposed size was re­ duced to a 80 x 40-foot floor plan and pole construction on concrete, with 14-foot walls. z The two ends of the ga­ rage would include floor drainage, with a flat center portion. This area would al­ low future expansion of an enclosed heated space size. 30 x 40 feet. This would have a dropped ceiling and above, overhead storage of some equipment or materials would be possible. There would be a bath­ room with water, but with few other extras. One bay would access the heated end and a drive-through bay would allow village vehicles easy ingress and egress, with overhead doors. Equipment now stored outside, like the wood chipper, could be in­ doors. Ayers said "The current buildings we have are not serving our purposes any more." The current shed, with a dirt floor would probably be tom down. Bids will be solicited. In other business last week, the council discussed the following: • New village streets in the business section near the Caledonia Village Centre will be dedicated in the fu­ ture, but a date is not yet set. A ceremonial dedication will be planned. • A sewer extension con­ tract with Bosco Construc­ tion was unanimously ap­ proved by the council. The village will condemn a 25-foot wide strip of land at the east side of Gregg Apartments to acquire the land to allow extension of the public sanitary sewer from the apartments on the south line, south westerly to Kinsey to serve develop­ ment on the Bosco property. Negotiations with the owner of Gregg Apartments did not result in an ease­ ment. after which Bosco paid $2,500 for an appraisal, a sewer extension agreement was drafted, and condemna­ tion was to proceed. Bosco is to pay legal fees con­ nected to that action. They will connect to the water system as well as to public sewer. Gregg spokesmen have in­ dicated they would agree to the move, but asked for a clause stating the apartments would not be required to connect to any public water lines in the future. • A resolution to set a public hearing for April 14 to vacate a portion of Short Street was adopted. • An ordinance to amend the Ordinance Code of the Village of Caledonia to re­ flect the Oct. 20 state change of the Uniform Traf­ fic Code was adopted. Vil­ lage President Dan i Penfold commented that the require­ ment that municipalities amend their ordinances each time the state changes the traffic code was very expen­ sive because review by the attorney is required. Ayers commented that if the state could send an amendment which the vil­ lage could simply adopt, the process would be easier. • Farmers who grazed sheep at the sewer plant grounds last year reportedly were pleased with the ar­ rangement and plan to con­ tinue the agreement with the village again this year. • Glen Valley Plat No. 5 was approved with an amended site plan, showing a walkway between lots 172 and 171 to allow passage from Glen Valley to the schools. • Nick Unger reported the Joint Village/Township In­ dependence Day Committee had approved a fireworks contract. He commented that the effects of the National Explosives acts had more to do with the parties in charge of the pyrotechnic displays than the municipality spon­ soring it. • Dan Erskine reported property owners are gener­ ally negligent in their snow removal responsibilities, es­ pecially along routes where children walk to school. He said the school also was negligent about cleaning walkways on the grounds. He suggested fining owners if walks are not cleaned at least six hours after a snow fall. He also said council members need to set an ex­ ample for others and to spread the word about all residents' duty to clean their walks. Over Your Head In Debt? LIQUIDATION—REORGANIZATION Bankruptcy Stop in for FREE Bankruptcy informational brochure. Michael J. McPhillips 945-3512 Evening Appointments Available Thornapple approves Drogowski rezoning by Patricia Johns Staff Writer Members of the Thornapplc Township Board have approved a request for rezoning 140 acres owned by Frank Drogowski from agri­ culture-residential to ruralresidential. This rezoning request was recommended by the Thornapple Township Planning Commission Scott Finkbeiner received a plaque from assistant Chief David Middleton on his retirement from service with Thornapple Township Emergency Services. Mid­ dleton praised Finkbeiner for his carrying on three generations of firefighting service. The township has an­ nounced that it will issue bonds for the proposed new emergency services facility. Bids are due by Thursday, March 27. The township is working with Yankee Springs Town­ ship on a way to pay for the insurance of new fire equip- Solid Impact Fitness HOURS: M-Th 5am-9pin; Fri. 5am-8pm Sat. 8am-2pm; Sun.9ani-3pin 9175 Cherry’ Valley, Ste. K Caledonia, 891-2994 Athlete of the week ment owned by Yankee Springs. The clerks will work out the most equitable and easy to track system. Members of the Thornap­ ple Heritage Association will attend the April meeting to discuss the future of the depot. The board members also are working on the budget for the next fiscal year, pay­ ment schedule for TTES employees and a new com­ munications system for the new fire facility. The next meeting of the Thornapple Township Board will be at at 7 p.m. Monday, April 14. Scott Finkbeiner accepts thanks and a plaque noting his 18 years of service to TTES from assistant chief Dave Middleton. 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Rybiski and Hernandez are attending paramedic school and working toward Yankee Electric Dan Gunther. Licensed & Insured Electrician • Service Upgrades • Troubleshooting • New / Remodels Middleville, MI 49333 • Residential Light Commercial their cerification. Hernandez was out on a call, but Rybiski thanked the Dykstras saying. "This will really help. I appreciate it." David Dykstra explained that they had set up the fund to help those working for Thornapple Township Emergency Services be­ cause of their respect for TTES and for the help they have received. The Dykstra scholarship is administered by the Thor­ napple Area Enrichment Foundation. Cell (269)838-8758 Ph/I'ax (269)795-4879 YOUR ONE STOP WATER STORE Dear editor: As a 1968 graduate of Caledonia High School. I would like to recognize the Fighting Scots' boys basket­ ball team for their quality and heart in the district fi­ nals March 7 at Godwin High School. In the district playoffs. Caledonia looked past a poor season to defeat Kelioggsville and then Rogers in double overtime to reach the district tournament fi­ nals. Even though they lost to South Christian. 99-61 the score belies reality. It could easily have been much worse for them had they rolled over and given up. Understand this is said not to put down the Caledo­ nia team at all, but to recog­ nize that they improved a lot since November, performed really well, kept their emo­ tions in check, and played hard with true sportsman­ ship. Unfortunately they en­ countered a team that proba­ bly has five seniors going to Division I colleges and is ranked number one overall in Michigan. Sometimes that happens in high school sports, where for one reason or another, a school will dominate a sport for awhile. Caledonia once dominated for a decade in track; Belding did it in foot­ ball, and East Grand Rapids does it in swimming. I guess its South’s turn. But in watching the Dis­ trict game I saw the Caledo­ nia guys play physical, re­ ject “trash talk” and refuse to quit. I saw Caledonia’s Abe Mulvihill help a South player up. pat them on the back and continue playing as hard as he could against the same man. It was Greg Jousma who twice out re­ bounded South's, 6-10 Ari­ zona bound senior Kirk Walters. But we can see the difference in the level of play in the game as Walters scored 21 points compared to Jousma’s nine. Nonethe­ less. Jousma stayed in there and was not intimidated. At the game's end, both sets of players shook hands and congratulated one an­ other. I heard more than one Caledonia player wish South the best as they continue in the playoffs. Though not the case Friday night, if you're Caledonia it feels good to beat South Christian when you can because you know their standard is to always be good. That respect is as it should be. but I know that no one. in either locker room, was anything but a winner Friday night. The Caledonia student cheering section was enthu­ siastic and well behaved. One Caledonia cheer. Quality work at competitive prices Senior Citizen Discounts “Overrated.” might have been considered taunting had the score been close, but with a 40-point differcntia.1 it seemed mostly bizarre. The cheerleading squad might want to replace that cheer. Some Caledonia stu­ dents had handmade T-shirts that read “God Loves Me for Free” and paraded in front of the South Christian stu­ dents at the end of the game. No one was quite sure if it was oblique observations on tuition policies, a political statement in support of state support of private schools, or intended as sexual innu­ endo. Perhaps the shirts should have a comma. Caledonia has been through three varsity basket­ ball coaches in the past four years, it looks like coach Ja­ son VanderWoude will be a winner for Caledonia He is developing a foundation for the team, looks to have his priorities straight and he definitely wants to win. 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June Stopples and her friend, Lion visited McFall Elementary with a puppet show and puppet work­ shop. This is an annual visit for Stopples who is well known as a puppeteer and educator. Buns (the rabbit) has traveled America and came to visit Lee and McFall students during Reading month. Read the HASTINGS BANNER and get all the local news. Call us at 945*9554 to order your subscription today. Springfor a new ride today! 02 MERCURY COUGAR Coupe. V-6, auto., only5K miles. *14,995 03 BUICK RENDEZVOUS 99 CHEV SILVERADO CXL Plus. 4.000 miles LS 4x4, extended cab. *24,995 *16,495 99 PONT TRANSPORT *11,995 • Chevrolet • Buick • Pontiac 795-3318 • 891-8151 M-37 North of Middleville. Across from MidctteviJla BRUCE'S FRAME & ALIGNMENT • Complete Frame Repair • Professional Color Matching • Loaner Cars • Front End Alignment • Collision Repair • Glass Repair extended length, leather captains chairs CAVIN Harpbeat brought an African music show to Page. 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The new system is called “LakeNeL** Prior to developing the I>akcNet system, the librar­ ies in the cooperative used a web based catalog called “Java WcbPAC ” Problems with this system included slow connections, it wouldn't run on Macintosh computers and some could not connect at all due to in­ compatibility. Most patrons will see re­ visions to the on line cata­ log. For the libraries in the Lakeland Cooperative the system includes integrated circulation features which will make it easier for librar­ ies to serve readers. LakeNet should offer many improvements,. It will be easier for patrons to place holds on books. If you saw a book on television but you aren’t quite sure of the name. LakeNet's expanded infor­ mation including cover art. reviews and other details will be displayed. The web interface will be easier to use. But as the new system is being installed some delays may affect patrons at local libraries including the Thor­ napple Kellogg School and Community Library and the Freeport District Library. Beginning Monday, March 24. the old system will be taken down. Librar­ ies will use a "check-out" only procedure. Between March 24 and April 7. readers will not be able to renew materials, ob­ tain new library cars, have their card numbers looked up, place holds on items, pay fines or have books and other materials checked in. Joanne Boyer from the Thornappie Kellogg School and Community Library says, "I am amazed at how smoothly the system changes have been so far. Wc have had to upgrade our computers but we are ready for the change." The Lakeland Coopera­ tive is supported by its 40 member libraries. Fees went up this year to help pay the costs of the new LakeNet system. 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VandenBosch, Jennifer Van- THORNAPPLE AREA j ENRICHMENT FOUNDATION Our Hometown Charitable Organization Caledonia Last Chance! Studio Only Expires 3-31-03 MISSION: To enrich and enhance the quality of life in the Thornapple Area by acting as a leader and catalyst in the evolving needs of the community. For scholarship and charitable grft information please write to: P O Box 164 Middleville, Michigan 49333-0164 tktaef @ hotmaii.com ___________________ __ ____ _______________________________j � https://barrycountyhistoryportal.org/files/original/25/713/SunandNews_2003-04-01.pdf 52c1ccc47eb20e70732e54640a5944f2 PDF Text Text CHS Orchestra rates high at state festival This small ensemble of CHS students is nothing new to see in the hails. Prac­ tice often spills out into the Commons. Passersby often get an impromptu mini­ serenade on their way to class by Cathy Kurter Staff Writer The Caledonia High School Orchestra is fast be­ coming known for musical mastery by receiving high marks in recent competi­ tions. The following students re­ ceived first division ratings at the solo and ensemble districtfFestival in February: Lynsey Anderson, viola solo; Lynsey Anderson and Angela Gould, duet; Angela Gould, violin solo; Katie Heather Somora, a CHS senior, was one of the many CHS students who helped the orchestra to score Division 1 ratings during the state MSBOA Band Festival. Musick, cello solo: Arturo Ziraldo. viola solo; Arturo Ziraldo and Liz Burgess, vi­ ola duct: Michael Schaner. violin solo; Bryan Kolk. Lynsey Anderson. Katie Musick, Angela Gould and Julie Wicks. Quintet: Jac- TKHS Science Olympiad team going to state finals Angela Gould, left, and Lynsey Anderson scored first division ratings during the recent solo and ensemble festival at East Kentwood High School This year s team that took second at regionals includes Paul Adams. Ryan An­ derson. Ashley Ballard. Jay Cooley. Lori DeWitt, Chns Etter. Nico Galle, Chris Harkness. Levi Harold. Jessica Julius, Justin Unsea. Bnttany Manng. Tncia Nel­ son. Dave Phillips. Jen Piccard. Nick Roskam, Kyle Selleck, Kelly Brinks, Jen Burks. Jason Terpstra. Sam Fhearman. Becca Dufresne and Brent Joyce by Patricia Johns Staff Writer Thornapple Kellogg High School's Science Olympiad team will compete against teams from across the state at state finals April 26 at Michigan State University. The local group came in second against teams from 13 other high schools dunng regional competition at Kel­ logg Community College m Battle Creek Saturday, March 22. More than 400 students from Barry. Allegan. Branch Calhoun. Hillsdale and Kalamazoo counties partici­ pated during the event. A team from Portage Central came in first and the team from Holland Christian came in third. The three top teams go on to compete at state. Coach Tim Shaw said he is very proud of his team. The coaches arc Cathi Marvin, Pat Pullen. Marie Blanch. Tim Penfield. Susan Replogle and Jimmy Nel­ son. Middle school technol­ ogy teacher Ron Strater s help was important to the ro­ bot building competition. Placing in the events for TK were Kyle Selleck.. Nico Galle and Jay Cooley, who took third in the bottle rocket. Ryan Anderson, and Dave Phillips took first in Designer Genes. Ashley Ballard. Jen Pic­ card and Brent Joyce took second in Experimental De­ sign. Tricia Nelson. Kyle Selleck. Lon Ann DeWitt and Nico Galle took third in Mission Possible. Chns Harkness and Tricia Nelson look second in Phys­ ics Lab. Jen Piccard and Ashley Ballard took first in Qualitainc Analysis Nick Roskam and Chris Harkness took third in the Robert Ramble. Levi Harold took third m Wright Stuff competition. Paul Adams, Justin Linsca , Sam Fliearman and Becca DuFresne took second m the Write It Do It problem quelyn Kroll, Caitlyn Boot, violin duet and Jacquelyn Kroll for a violin solo. Receiving second division ratings at the same festival were Emily Dannison and Zoe Couretas for a duet; Alysa Cairns, violin solo, and Lauren Batdorff for a violin solo. The CHS Orchestra didn’t just stop there, it continued on to secure first division ratings in the recent Michi­ gan Schoo) Band and Or­ chestra Association (MSBOA) Band Festival. This is the fifth year that the orchestra has received these high scores under the in­ struction of Pete DeLille. Those with asterisk by their names were also in Honors Orchestra, which received division 1 ratings as well. "Lauren Alexander, •Lynsey Anderson, Jennifer Atkinson, * Dana Bailey, •Lauren Batdorff, Philip Bold, ’Caitlyn Boot. •Leslie Boot, ’Ashley Brown, Derek Brown, Alysa Cairns, •Marie Couretas, *Zoe Couretas, Alexandra Cress, Amanda Danielson, Laura Danielson, "Emily Danni­ son, Kristin DeBlaay. Adam Devers-Bischoff, Allen De- voll, Erica Donnell, Erin Durkee, Alecia Duryea, Jake Ebbens, Jill Fitzsimmons, Devin Foote, Meghan, Gictzen, Melissa Gillard, ’Mela­ nie Glover, Brian Good, •Angela Gould, Tara Hecrspink, Mark Heybocr, Cody Hinkle, Kale Hinkle, Dale HoelFlinger, Brianna Hormel, William Johnson, Ni­ cole Kazemier, Ben Keizer, Shelby King, ’Bryan Kolk, Kacie Kozlowski, Bonnie Krause, ’Jacquelyn Kroll. Nichole Loring, Michael Markee, Corey McGilton, Mike McManus. Cassandra Mc-Whmney, Jarred Mcjuer, Sean Morgan, "Brent Morgcnscn, ’Katie Musick, Kristine Oberlin, Matt Paarlberg, David Palma, Megan Rinard, ’Bridget Ryan, ’Christjon Sanncs-Mielke, ’Michael Schaner. Jaycec Sebasticn, Diane Shrews­ bury, Kent Sinclair, Tyler Sinclair, Joshua Slcutcl, Heather Somora, Cassie Starr, Any Steinbach, Devin Tepasttc. Zach Tolan, Ben Toth, Kaycee VanDyke, James Ward, Ashley Weg­ ner, Amanda Wcrkcma, Mcggan Werkcma, Amanda White, Jonathan Wicks, •Juliana Wicks, Andy Wisniewski, Daniel Wis­ niewski, Courtney Wolf, Lindsey Wyma, Arturo Zi raldo and Rachel Zoct. In This Issue... • Stagecoach Park to be dedicated • CMS Choirs rate high in district competition • Multiple township technology improvements set in Caledonia • TK bands, individuals earn various honors . �Page 2/The Sun and News Middleville. MVApnl 1. 2003 PTO members meet with TK school superintendent by Patricia Johns Staff Writer Members of the Thomapplc Kellogg Parent Teacher Organization heard from Su­ perintendent Kevin Konar­ ska at their March 26 meet­ ing. Konarska touched on cur­ rent issues, including how to discuss the war in Iraq with students and at what age. changes in the budget for schools and even artificial turf School board member Nancy Goodin, a former PTO president, also attended the meeting. Konarska stressed that pa­ rental involvement is impor­ tant to him. In fact, the arti­ ficial turf issue is one that was brought to the board by parents in the district. He said he has welcomed par­ ents’ questions about the is­ sue. One question raised dur­ ing the meeting was the need for a "regulation" size swimming pool. The swim club and high school swim team cannot have home meets because the current pool is not the right size. While this is not part of the current construction plans. Konarska said he be­ lieves that it may be an issue the next time this growing district needs to go out for construction approval. Konarska closed his sec­ TK Schools Superintendent Kevin Konarska talks with parents at the March PTO meeting. Leo Hendershot shows off the fun and hard work of the Thomapple River Cleanup and Spnngfest tion of the meeting by thanking the PTO members for working so hard for the students in this district. The PTO also heard a presentation by Leo Hender­ shot on this year's Thornap­ ple River Cleanup and Springfest activities next month. He invited the PTO to participate by helping clean up this section of river, providing information about PTO activities in the information tent at Tyden Park May 17. The elementary principals discussed recent events and activities in their schools. Members also got a first­ hand look at the climbing wail at Page Elementary School, purchased by the PTO The next Thornapple Kel­ logg PTO meeting will be Tuesday. April 22. at 6:30 p.m. at McFall Elementary School. Following a brief general meeting, the fund raising subcommittee will present companies who would like to provide fund-raising serv­ ices for the elementary schools this coming fall. Rep. Steil to visit Caledonia Twp. Hall Friday American Legion Post Caledonia Food Events for April: J State Rep. Glenn Steil will have Caledonia district hours at the Caledonia Township Hall, 250 Maple St. Friday, April 4, from noon to 1:30 p.m. Township Supervisor Bryan Harrison will be on hand. Steil has district hours to allow people in the 72nd Stage House District direct access to share their views on various issues and con­ cerns. All events start at 5:30 p.m Public Welcome FISH FRY EVENTS: Friday, April 4®* Friday, April 11® Friday, April 18® (Proceeds go to Cystic Fibrosis) STEAK FRY EVENT; I Friday, April 25® 616-891-1882 | Ancient Greece visits middle school banquet Caledonia Middle School seventh-graders learned about the culture of ancient Greece and shared their learning with family and friends at a Greek banquet (from left) Tina Amente, Joel Rohrer, David Mahawilli, Jordan Diehlman, Brad Ahrens, Leah Witkowski and Dana Juhlin by Cathy Kueter Staff Writer Seventh-graders at Cale­ donia Middle School learned more than a little bit about Greece during a nine-week period at school, and to show family and friends just what they learned, they de­ cided to hold a Greek ban­ quet. The gala event was held in the Caledonia Middle School auditorium and front entrance March 3 and 4. “We learned about many types of Creek customs,” said Caroline Meerman. “These include architecture. Free food distributions set at Holy Family *200 *299 H < ximival *349 •200 *449 Premier Travel & Cruise 7195 \E Ml (616) 554-0311 There will be a free food distribution Saturday. April 5, from 9 to 11 ajn. at the north parking lot of Holy Family Catholic Church, 9669 Kraft Ave., SE in Caledonia. All are welcome to share in this free food selection, sponsored by Holy Family Catholic Church, Christian Service. Participants are asked to bring boxes and bags to put food in. There are no income or financial status require­ ments to participate in this distribution. For additional informa­ tion, call the church at (616) 891-9259. weapons, pottery and many themes of art.” “We also read ‘The Ad­ ventures of Ulysses’ and we studied about the Trojan War,” continued Nicole Gcldersma. The students made chi­ tons that the Greeks wore and learned about mytho­ logical creatures. Each stu­ dent picked a certain crea­ ture to learn more about and then made the creature from found objects and papier mache. Middle school teach­ ers Hcnny Stauffer and Tony Signore directed the learning cvent(s). “This has made an impact on our life because now we know how much life has changed since the ancient Greek times; for example, the architecture, weapons, clothing and customs.” OUR MISSION IS TO KEEP UP WITH THE LATEST TRENDS AND TECHNOLOGY IN OUR INDUSTRY. WE PROVIDE A FRIENDLY, PROFESSIONAL ATMOSPl Color High & Lighting Haircuts Perms Formal Waxing Facials Pedicures Nails mtn ** tuf, catue a The Studio is seeking energetic, professional stylists to Join the team. Flexible. fun salon. Call for further Information. �The Sun and News. Middleville. Ml/Apnl 1. 2003/Page 3 Girl Scouts refuse to slumber in winter by Cathy Kueter Staff Writer The weather this winter may have been frightful, but it didn’t keep area Girl Scouts from doing what they do best — thinking, learn­ ing. helping and having fun. Besides selling those cookies, Girl Scouts from Caledonia and Middleville found themselves participat­ ing in several events during the winter months, including having fun at the roller coasters in Byron Center during a family skate. In late February, Troop 648 from Caledonia Middle School put on an interna­ tional banquet to celebrate "Thinking Day.” The pur­ pose of the dinner is to re­ member Girl Scouts and Giri Guides throughout the world. Juniors, Cadettes and Seniors in the Cherry Valley Neighborhood prepared a meal to share with their troop from a country of their choice. Each troop also was required to prepare a dessert to share with each other HASTINGS 4 Kaila Schweda, Kristin Klein. Rachel Foerch, Sammi Kendall. Katie Schenk and Kaylee Jones all share a moment during the international banquet for Girl Scouts Thinking Day. This day is designed to remember Girl Scouts and Girl Guides throughout the world. Troop leader is Karla Jones Stagecoach Park to be dedicated by Patricia Johns Staff Writer Village Manager Bryan Grucsbcck announced that the dedication for Stage­ coach Park will be May 31.the Saturday after Memo­ rial Day. The new stage­ coach will be dedicated at the .same time. Village President Lon Myers said. "We didn't want to conflict with what might be a very solemn Memorial Day this year. We arc look­ ing forward to celebrating with everyone who helped make this day possible." The village also will ap­ ply for grants that will help attract businesses down­ town. Gruesbeck also an­ nounced that he is working on a village website. Brush pickup will be the week of April 14-18. but de­ bris should not be put out early for this pick up. The dates for the spring cleanup arc being finalized. Village Planner Geoff Moffat discussed plans by Visser Brothers for the Towne Center development. Bill Mast from Visser ex­ plained that the company would be working on all three phases at once, com­ mercial, townhouse and sin­ gle family residential. The village trustees approved the plans as presented. Myers asked that the vil­ lage residents be patient with construction delays and inconveniences. This spring work will be done on M-37, Main Street, State and Rus­ sell streets, and East Grand Rapids Street. The next meeting of the Village Council is will be at 7 p.m Tuesday. April 8, in the Village Hall. Girl Scouts from troops #1389 from Kettle Lake Elementary and #513 from Caledonia Middle School, (troop leaders are Gayle Kraft and Karen Ezmga) take a short break from their family skate time for a picture. AREA BIRTH BOY, Ridge Leelas Kidder, bom in Myrtle Beach. 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Essential Bean Coffee­ house is located in the Cale­ donia Crossing Mall, 8980 N. Rodgers, Caledonia. Cherry Valley (M-37). For more information, call 616891-7700 FOR MORE MIDDLEVILLE, GUN LAKE AND CALEDONIA AREA PROPERTIES, PLEASE SEE OUR ADS ON PAGE 2 OF THE REMINDER, IN THE GRAND RAPIDS PRESS, THE HOMES DIGEST AND THE PENASEE GLOBE. �Page 4/The Sun and News. Middleville Ml/Apni 1. 2003 Thornapple Area Parks and Rec summer programs set The Thornapple Area Parks and Recreation Com­ mission is headed into its second season of summer baseball, softball and t-ball for area youth. Program di­ rector Mike Bremer says, “We arc looking forward to a bigger and even more fun season than last year” home schooled can get a Registration forms have registration form by calling been distributed through the the TAPRC office at 269fhornapple Kellogg school 795-8853 and leaving their district. All first through names and addresses. eighth grade students are in­ Reduced price and free vited to' participate. Area programs are available for residents whose children at­ low income families. Any­ tend private schools or are one interested in more de­ tails about the summer pro­ Crane Road Diamonds is set gram should call Bremer at for Saturday. May 3 at 9 269-795-8853. This year’s summer youth An informational meeting for parents and guardians baseball and softball season will be held on Wednesday. is scheduled from May 10 April 16 at 7 p.m. in the through June 27. The regular TKHS cafeteria at 7 p.m. season will be followed by a The Cleanup Day at the “sand-lot session” with drills and pick up games. “Please call me with your questions, concerns, sugges­ tions and comments," Bre­ mer says. "I listen to the voice mail at 269-795-3385 and respond tb messages as soon as I can.” c (•^ainU LOCAL CHURCH DIRECTORY ALASKA BAPTIST CHURCH FIRST BAPTIST CHURCH OF MIDDLEVILLE A Living Church - Setting a Liling Lord Morning Worship .............................9 30 a.m Fellowship Time ........................10:35 a m. Sunday School.............................. 10 50 a m Evening Praise............................... 6:00 p.m WEDNESDAY Family Night 6 30 p.m 7240 6Hth Street, SE - Caledonia 2 miles east of M-37 Pastor, Dr Brian F Harrison Youth Pastor Ketin Stiles e 0 M M 11 1 T T [ 1 0 1 [ N a place to belong a place to become (Contemporary, Casual, Non denominational) Sunday Morning Worship..... .........fc 1100 a m. Youth Mtntrtry----------------------- ................ 8914)576 How meeting to mr new buUdlng at 8t7> Sroadmoo? Rev Muhael Stowell. Lead Pastor Jot Cipcit. Worship leader Denny Houma, Youth Pastor Church Office 616-891-0287 Visit out web site www bughtstde peg M-37, north of Middleville • 795-9726 Bnxc \ Stewart. Senior Pax tor Tim A. Vine. AvM Pastor Youth Doughs G. Beason. Visitation Paator Gary Weaver. Mumc MiniMer Pavtoe David Stewart. ( F ( hikirrnV Pastor Sunday School 945 >.m Sunday Morning Worship Service 1100 a m Sunday Evening Service 600 pm Wednexdai MtdWrek Prayer 6 45 p m Word of Ufe Clubs 6 45 p.m 908 W Mam Street (Mcssoun Synod) Worship............................................... 930 a.m. Sunday School.............................. llrOOa.m. Adult Bilik Class........................... 11.00 a.m. Ret. E. Anthony Sikora Church: (616) 795-2391 GRACE UNITED REFORMED CHURCH CHKISTI.B REFORMED CHIKCH "A Church with a caring heart for our community and the world" Proclaiming the Whole Counsel of Cod Sunday Worship .930 *.m and 6:00 p.m. (Child & Adult) (Dunng the School Year) Services at 9 30 a m. and 6 p.m. Rev. R. Scott Greenway, Pastor Keith Slulp, Youth Director Al Tiemeyer, Community Calling Church Office; (616) 891 -1512 M-37 at 100th St. 9255 84th Street, Alto. Ml 49302 CALEDONIA HOLY FAMILY CATHOLIC CHURCH One mile east of Wkitneyville GUN LAKE COMMUNITY CHURCH & PRESCHOOL Rev Tom DeVnes. Pastor - 795-9901 1664 N. M-37 Highway Middleville. MI 49333 • 945-1555 Located near the corner of M-37 and McCann Service Times: Sunday School.............. 9:45 a.m. Morning Worship...................... ............ 11 00 a m Evening Worship.................................. 6:00 p.m. Youth Group:............................. 6:00 p.m. Sunday Midweek 7:00 p.m. Wed. 9:30 a m. Thurs. ^^New Life ^^^^CHRISTIAN CHURCH 10 AM Sunday Morning 34d9 - 76th St. S.E., Caledonia 698-9660 Sunday School for ages 3 yr. thru 6th grade Sr. High, Sun. 6:30 pm Jr High. Sun. 6:30 pm ^^5 W K7~l3Ki GUM LAKE OOOamorloKi.m ©lb {Eime Kjj>^?letI)olJi6t (Efjurd) 5590 Whitneyville Ave , S.E. Arto. Ml 49302 Sunday SchooL10:00 am. Morning Worship...11:00 am. Evening Worship...6:00 p.m. Wednesday Prayer Meeting...7.00 p.m. Worship 6 30 p.m ruiU4kccumn.un,.^urch Worship Services 8 30 am and 11 00 am Sundav School ..... .... ............ 9 45 > m Coffee Fdlou*hip _ ........... 10 30 am (Nunen available throughout 1 Ro Norman Rohm • (616) 891^167 Church Office 616-891-8669 • 891 8M8 «*» cakdomaumc ocg Community of Leighton Church Alaska congregation 8146 08m St near iMvneyvwe Av© I'hurvh School Sundai v A Ptace for Faandy A Frvod* 6201 Whtincyvdlc?A*eMtr Alk> CHRISTIAN REFORMED Comcmponry Wunhtp 9 30 am Sunday School for AM Agee 10 45 am Etentng Wcnhtp 6 00 pm Pauae Roger Buhman • Church O^ce IM-0391 945 a m Praise Staging 1050 am -'*ora‘nf Worship 11 00 a m Ucd Fdkm^tp '30pm Locaand tn Leighton TimnUup Corner of 2nd Street and 142nd Avenue sundo 8 J0 a m TnJnanai 1115 a* Qaaewparary SuaLn SihAi fur AS A^ Suahr 'em 540 pa fl Fnrafe Prc-xhjtf.Mt ® jo Aduh BA6rMudv - leUnoCn aJOpnt ^CHURCH M-37 between Middleville & Caledonia Sunday Worship: 8:30 a.m. Traditional 11 a m. Contemporary 6 p.m. Pratse Bible Study Rev. Dr. Jock Doorlag. interim Minister Nursen & children s acuvines during ail services For more informaucri: (616, 891 -8119 Redeemer Covenant Church —Lighting Up Lives for God— Worship 9:30 am Chnstun Education HomllOOam Wednesday KA TOWMEW *UKt • V0M4S CVJtt. t|~TTir.r hMV (616) • e-mad iaghfcjnltw-r. net s Tp1*® Famu Night 5 45-8X10 pm mtoemenfnen net Slia + St Paul Lutheran Church i| MinounSMnod Comer of 84th St and Kraft tn Caledonia 1 mile west of M-J7 Traditional Service 8 30 AM Acoustic Praise 8r Worship Service Sunday School 8r Adult Bible Study 1100 AM 945 AM Mid-Week at the Oasis - Wed 6:30 PM Informal mid week acoustic Praisa and H’otrhip seiws All Services have a Nurseni available • Barner Tree Pastor Robert Gerke • Pastor David Ziehr Office Phone Newi Check out our new web stte SS. CYRIL and METHODIUS CHURCH As of now. th© 9 30 Mass of SS. Cy^i & Methodius will take place a* St Therese Church in Wayland while the final phase of the building of the church takes place Mass at SS Cyril & Method­ ius will resume again July 13. 2003, when the dedication takes place We apolo­ gize for the inconvenience. THORNAPPLE BIBLE CHURCH Preaching the Living Word Serving The Risen Lord Sunday School ............................. 9 30 a.m. Sunday Morning Worship . 10 30 a in. ( ’urrently meeting at: Emmons Lake Elementary 8950 Kraft SE, Caledonia Rev. Dennis Ross __________ Church: (616) 868 7425___________ UNITED METHODIST CHURCHES Middleville - Parmelee Parmelee Momrg Waihp 930 am. Middevto MomrQ Wonr»p Surdoy School (AdJh) Nursery ■ Grode 5 Godes M Sunday Everangs Godes 9-12 Sunday Evenrgi Godes 6-12 Wednesday Evenrgi 1100 am. 9 45 am 1100am 500-615 pm 6 30-800 p m 600-7 30 pm - 795-9266_________ Community Church Finding the Way Together! An informal, contemporary church committed to our community Sunday Worship is at 10:00am in Caledonia Middle School’s cafeteria. Everyone is welcome! Pastor Rev. Josh Blunt Contact our Dutton office at (616) 65-65-WAY WHITNEYVILLE Bible Church i Sunday Pastor EG Frizzell Church Ph. 6164S684810* Pastor s Ph 616-897-67*) Wednesday 6:00 P.M. Evening Prayer WAYFARER^ 6 tote... Mr»v< Lakeside Community Cnurcn |ic|xc| | phone 795-2370 or 944-932 7 Vicar - R«k David T. Hustwich Rev. Royle Bailard, Pastor Rev Lee Zacbman ____________ Phone 868-6437____________ _______ Cixrcb Office Pnor>e 4 CALEDONIA £TUNITED METHODIST Sunday. April 6th: "( ornini; Out <>J the Darkness" Sundai Service Timet 9:15 A.M. Morning Prayer (Holy Communion 2nd Sunday) 11:00 A.M. Holy Communion (Jr Church A Nursery available.) A Church for today‘s world Spirit-filled family Church. 12200 West M l 79 H.ghwax (Clnrf Noonday Roadi Ml 4UM8 Meeting \uur and sour family right where you re Sundai, Worvhip Phone 891-9259 Saturday Evening Mass ... 5:00 p.m. Sunday Mass . .9:00 a.m. & II :00 a.m. 10:00 a m. lU15am 6:00 p m YOU ARE INVITED R4 Rrv P Adams Phone 891-8440 Kraft Avenue at Johnson Street Rev. Dave LeBlanc, Pastor 708 W. Main Street Morning Worship Service Sunday School Evening Worship Service Middleville Good Shepherd Wesleyan Church Lutheran Church pSCALEDONIA ■ MIDDLEVILLE CHRISTIAN REFORMED 2415 McCann Rd. (In Ini ng) *«*h Frtta Dan d Inkun OiHfoon 616696-9AH iMmrjtdeemeranenant off 8546 Wh-Tr^yyito A/e of 84fh St • 891-8661 "The Church where everybody is somebody... and Jesus is Lord " Meeting at Caledonia Htgh School StraoySchod 9»am Sirdoy Momrg Wortfro IQ3Q am •xeerg at chapei on Whtneyvte Ave Sirdcy Evenng wonnp 600p.m /fea Maweett Prefer A aoe Study 7 00 p m. hama Sui£ Rotor • fiev tot Bcahor. A«c Pofot �The Sun and News Middleville. Ml/Apnl 1. 2003/Page 5 CMS Choirs rate high in district competition Caledonia Schools seem to be doing very well in the musical area lately and the Caledonia Middle School 7th grade girls choir and Xth grade mixed choirs are no exception. The two choirs participated in the District 10 Choir Festival at Hol­ land's Harbor Lights Middle school, on Friday, March 14. The 8th grade came home with perfect "one" ratings in all categories. The 7th grade received a final “two" rating, with a one and two 2’s in performance and a “one" rat­ ing in sight-reading. The festival was spon­ sored by the Michigan School Vocal Music Asso­ ciation. More than 50 other choirs performed for ratings on Fri­ day and Saturday. Few choirs (only about 10) went home with top honors signi­ fying high achievement and excellence in singing. The choirs must go through a rigorous judging process during their compe­ tition. Three judges listen and rate each group accord­ ing to tone quality, rhythm, balance and blend, diction, and expression. A fourth judge spends 12 minutes giving constructive feedback in a clinic. The choir then sight reads and sings three melodics in unison and 2 or 3 part harmony. The director may not sing any of it for them. It is complete student led teamwork. They are judged on rhythmic preci­ sion and pitch accuracy. The 7th grade girl’s choir, who went for the first time ever, sang two songs. "Ag­ nus Dei,” in Latin, and "Taratella" an Italian folk song. The judges complimented their fine tone quality, rhyth­ mic precision, energy, and expression. They received The 7th grade received a final “two* rating, with a one and two Two" ratings in per­ formance and a one’ rating in sight reading: a very commendable score for their first time at District 10 Choir Festival. CMS Choir Director, Nancy Ten Elshof. back, was assisted by CMS Band Director. Becky Sauerby, to help the choir give their family and friends a choir concert just prior to their trip to the District 10 Choir Festival. perfect ratings in the sight- educational to sec other choirs doing the same qual­ reading category. The 8th grade choir sang ity literature as we do. It "Where Go the Boats7" a gives credibility to our pro­ lyrical piece with words by gram." Ten Elshof said. The 8th grade qualified Robert Louis Stevenson, and "How Can I Stop Singing for State Festival, which is My Song?” a mixed meter at Central Michigan Univer­ song that the audience sity on May 6.7.and 8. In ad­ seemed to love, according to dition to that performance, CMS Choir Director. Nancy they will perform their Ten Elshof. The judges were Spring Travelogue Concert impressed with their rhyth­ on May 14. 7:00. at CMS. mic precision, tone quality, This concert features 6th, the boys, and the level of 7th. and 8th grade choirs difficulty they mastered. singing music from around They also received a one in the world. The 8th grade sings again sight-reading. "The parental support was at their awards night on May wonderful!" Ten Elshof 27. Their FINAL perform­ commented. "They are a key ance will be in the beautiful, domed St. Anne's Church on to our students’ success." In addition to performing, Mackinaw Island on Satur­ the choirs listened to several day, May 31. This trip is a other area choirs. "Listening reward for the constant hard to others is equally as im­ work of the students all year portant as performing at a long. After returning to the festival like this. It is very mainland, the choir will at­ tend L'Harmonie in Mackinaw Crossings, a musical re­ vue w ith lots of great music spanning the decades. This trip has become a favorite tradition of the choir and of­ ten is one of their favorite memories. In order to defray costs, students will sell hanging flower baskets in April to be delivered for Mothers' Day. If interested in purchasing flowers, call CMS at 8918649 ext.2224 (choir room). Members of the 8th grade mixed choir are Samantha Ahoncn, Trista Anderson. SAVE $10! Jenna Bigger. Mary Brandt. Trisha Brown. AJi Burke. join now and get "In the Groove" - your cool guide to Bnanna Callihan, Amanda getting started. FREE when you join Claflin. Victoria Counter­ man. Maha DeBoer. Caitlin Team Up for Success - Join with a Friend! Detmcr. Sara Fifarek. KayCaledonia lee Gehl. Kayla Graham. Caledonia Community Resource Center Ashley Henwood. Heather V 330 Johnson Higgins, Stephanie Horner, Kevin Jenkins. Kristin Wednesday 530 pm. Klein. 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Sarah Ewing, Michelle HallBauer. Kristen Hinkle. Ash­ ley Hinojosa. Kayla Hoerncr. Lauren Jablonski, Heather Jenkins. Rebecca Knight. Lindsey Kok, Kayla Lord. Alanna McGuire. Emily Murray. Anna Musclow, Erin O'Brien, Chris­ tina Roosien. Andrea Schedlbauer, Alexandria Sparkman. Melissa Stanley, Alyssa VanBroekhoven. Randi VanderPloeg, Brit­ tany Wilkerson, Emily Wolthuis and Maddison Zych. Call 945-9554 anytime for Sun & News ACTION-Ads. Reach over 11,000 area homes every week for just a few dollars! See us for color copies, one-hour photo processing and all your printing needs. 1351 N. M-43 Hwy., Hastings. At the gray barn Over Your Head In Df6t? LIQUIDATION-REORGANIZATION Bankruptcy Stop in for FREE Bankruptcy informational brochure. Michael J. McPhillips 945-3512 Evening Appointments Available �Page 6/The Sun and News Middleville. Ml/Apni 1.2003 McFall students celebrate reading, hear storytellers This family was all snuggled up and ready to listen Kindergarten students were all ready for their star turn as wide mouth' frogs by Patricia Johns Staff Writer With 925 hours already accumulated McFall princi­ pal Bill Rich told students at a special ‘Bedtime Stories” presentation held last Thurs­ day at the Thornapple Kel­ logg High School audito­ rium. “you can stop read ing." He heard a resounding "No. we arc going to keep reading and you arc going to jail" from the audience of kindergarten and first grade students. This year's reading challenge at McFall is to have the students log 1000 hours or more by reading at home with their parents. As a reward, Rich will be “locked up” and required to read to students on April 2 and 3. First-graders really stomped and clomped up the stairs Principal Bill Rich started the evening with a rous­ ing reading of “Oh No" During the special Bed­ time Stories, Rich read “The _ sited* Icwsnvc HAIR DESIGNERS Now open late MONDAY, WEDNESDAY, THURSDAY Call today for Appointments! 122 E. Main St., Middleville (next to wwnozzaj Gall 795’7719 For Your Appointment! Underbed” and “Oh, No” and other staff members read poems and an African folktale. During the evening the kindergarten students recited “The Wide Mouth Frog” and the first-graders stomped their feet as they recited Mortimer. The highlight was the re­ turn of Junie B. Jones, who regaled the audience with her tales of why not to cut your own hair (because you might get a “baldie spot” and why eating chocolate ice cream, chocolate cake and drinking chocolate milk at the same time is not a good idea. Not only does eating too much chocolate get you all First grade teacher Linda Myers told a story about the greedy Anansi and his downfall. Jackie Huntington is dressed for bed and read a poem about going to bed “jazzed up” if you laugh, chocolate milk will come out your nose. Doing a reading perform­ ance as part of Reading Month is a five-year tradi- tion at McFall On previous Thursdays, pajama clad lis­ teners clutching their favor­ ite stuffed Pegasus or bunny listened to books read in the McFall Library Touch of Country “Solid Oak Furniture” 96 W. Main • Lowell (616) 897-0329 COMPREHENSIVE |APRIL SPECIALS; Some things are meant to be a certain way... 10% OFF Like insurance from Pioneer State Mutual • Comprehensive coverage for homes and vehicles • Discounts for insuring both your home and car • Quick claims response and sound advice Its the vay insurance should be STAUFFER & WtGGFRS INSURANCE AGENCY 612 E . Mam St • Caiedoma Ml 43316 616.891 9234 Junie B Jones returned and told stories about why the ribbon covered her ‘baldie spot' Her fin­ gernails were the color of spit and there was a little about her tap shoes. ;Lamps & Pictures; Expires 4/30/03 • Touch of Country MUST HAVE COUPON FOR__SAVI_NGS __ Tues.-Fri. 10 a m. - 5:30 p.m. Wed. 10 a m. - 8 p m.; Sat. 10 a m. - 4 p.m. �The Sun and News. M<ddleville. ML'Apnl 1. 2003/Page 7 ... Local student earns .^mi awards from St. Mary’s Now is a good time to practice tolerance VZeflections story with clarity and fair­ by Patricia Johns ness I am afraid that as a Staff Writer community we are shouting First, I want to make it al each other and not listen­ ckar [hat if f was just a link, ing. ft irwimportant to re­ younger, a Tittle more in port that parents and fnends shape and worked for a ma­ or those serving in the mili­ jor newspaper. I would have tary are starling a support been in my editor’s office, group with its first meeting reporter’s notebook in by today at 7 p.m at the Mid­ hand and my carry -on bag dleville VFW hall, or that with some clean underwear, the Middleville Reformed sweatshirt, sweater and gas Church opens its doors on mask at my feet, saying Thursday nights for silent ’send me. send me." prayer or if someone sched­ I hold journalists in high uled a "Wage Peace" rally esteem and know that war downtown when it was go­ journalists arc responsible ing to be held. No one has for presenting fair and clear yet in our community, but coverage of events. I know people still feel that not eve­ that it is the voice of those ryone agrees with the presi­ on rooftops in (jondon and dent and some think that is Baghdad who give me the anti-American. clarity of their experience. As a community we have It is the reports of those to be careful not to be lost in standing with the army at a return to intolerance. 1 the gates of Bergen Bclscn used to think that there was and Auschwitz which arc in­ only one subject people of delibly printed in my mem­ good will and intelligence ory. They arc why I know could not speak about — that the Holocaust is real. abortion. There is no middle It is writers who made me ground, no compromise on during the Vietnam era feel this subject. the heavy weight of the hu­ But I believe that what mid jungle and the frantic makes this nation great are last days of Saigon. In Bosnia reporters made clear that families were di­ vided in the name of politics and that the simple task of going for water or meeting one s fiancee was a walk to death by an anonymous rifle shot. 1 am listening mostly to The MidVilla Bowling war reporting, now. I check Lanes is participating in a out the New York Times on special “Safe Spring Break line and read the front pages Fun Days” event though of the Grand Rapids Press. 1 April 15. haven’t seen any compelling The MidVilla is one of stories on television. Pic­ the 15 bowling centers pre­ tures yes. but the words are senting Safe Spring Break elsewhere. Fun Days event. My role in journalism is Students will receive a not that of a frontline re­ discount card that can be porter. lost in a sandstorm or used at any of the 15 centers watching bombs burst over from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. Mon­ Baghdad. My front line is day through Friday until our community, the PTO April 15. The card allows meeting. Jump Rope for one free game per day. The regular price of bowl­ Heart. Village of Mid­ dleville and everyday sur­ ing during the day at the prises. But I try to treat each those words "We bold these truths to be self-evident That even when Jim Crow laws and lynching filled the land, wise and brave people stood up for what was right and good and our land re­ lumed to that quest for "lib­ erty and justice for all." I believe that if we are brave and a little wise and most of all if we listen we can still have this country serve as a beacon of free­ dom is a world beset by the evils some do to their coun­ trymen and women. Most of all we must re­ member. that as we work for homeland security against the terrorists from without our borders that the deaths and destruction in Oklahoma City were caused by the boy­ next door, who had learned some of his skills serving in the armed forces of our own country. We are all going to be struggling with the meaning of war and peace for our community. This is the time to listen to each other and reach out to those who may see the world a little differ­ ently than we do ourselves. ‘Spring Break Fun Days’ set East Town Homes Middleville's Newest Townhouse Community Why rent when you can OWN? Credit not so good? lease options available • Mortgage interest and propern taxes may be tax dedmubk • Own a home build equity • Ealy carefree living - oo outside mat a tenante • 2 or 3 bedrooms. 1 or 2 baths, 3 levels of liv­ ing space. MidVilla Lanes is $2.50 per person per game. Shoe rental costs $1.75. For more information about Safe Spring Break Fun Days at the MidVilla Lanes call 795-3640. Molly Marie LaVoie has earned the Bertrand Merit Award and Jessica Andrusiak won the LeMans Merit Award from Saint Mary s College. A graduate of Grand Rap­ ids Catholic Central High School, LaVoie is the daugh­ ter of John and Martha La­ Voie of Middleville. Andrustak. also a Catholic Central grad, is the daughter of Michael and Phyllis Andrusiak of Middleville. Merit award recipients are first-year students who have demonstrated academic achievement in high school, involvement in extracurricu­ lar activities and dedication to community service. Both students’ past achievements indicate tremendous poten­ tial for success at Saint Mary's College. The awards are renewable annually for four years. Saint Mary 's College of Notre Dame. Ind . long rec­ ognized as the nation's pre­ mier Catholic women's col­ lege. is a-four-year institu­ tion offering five bachelor's degrees and more than 30 major areas of study. “US. News & World Report” ranks Saint Mary 's number one among Midwest Reg­ ional Liberal Arts Colleges Sponsored by the Sisters of the Holy Cross, the College Ten local students on Cornerstone dean’s list Ten area students have been named to the dean’s list for the fall term at Cor­ nerstone University. The students, their parents and hometowns, high school alma maters and years graduated were: • Andrew Rogers, son of Rex and Sarah Rogers of Alto, a 2001 graduate of Caledonia High School. • Marissa Lyons, daughter of Michael and Carolyn Ly­ ons of Caledonia, a 1999 graduate of East Kentwood High School. • Janet Boverhof. daugh­ ter of Robert and Carol Boverhof of Caledonia, a 2000 graduate of South Christian High School. • Brian and John Hughes, sons of Travis and Lou Hughes of Middleville, 200land 1999 home school graduates, respectively. • Nathan Venton, son of Edward and Nancy Venton of Middleville, a 1999 graduate of Thornapple Kel­ logg High School. • Diana Henderson, daughter of William and Sharon Henderson of Mid­ dleville, a 2002 home school graduate. • Katie Schultz, daughter of Robert and Theresa Schultz of Middleville, a 2001 graduate of Thornapplc Kellogg High School. • Matthew Harrison of Grand Rapids, son of Brian Harrison, a 1993 graduate of Amy DeKieinc Call 945-9554 to place your Sun & News ACTION-Ad! 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Jennie Yonker at 269-945-9554 ext 242 616-299-6'90 •616-8'8-4300 ot 20' Caledonia High School. • Rebecca Christick. daughter of Judith Singleton of Wyoming, a 1996 gradu­ ate of Thornapple Kellogg High School Quality Family Eye Care Since 1929 For more information regarding booth space, please contact DeKIeine Molly LaVotr was founded in 1844 and now enrolls approximately 1550 students. or ticket information call Janine Dalman at 269-948-3472 www.tasteofhomeschools.com �. Page 8/The Sun and News, Middleville, Ml/Apnl 1. 2003 TK bands, individuals earn various honors TK concert groups received (trumpet). Division I ratings. The TK bands entered The TK Jazz Band made three events in the MSBOA its annual trip to the Western State Solo Ensemble festival Michigan University Jazz the following weekend. Jun­ Festival Saturday. March ior Jessica Julius received a 15th. Fourteen high school Division I rating on her solo jazz bands from Muskegon Proficiency I exam. to Ann Arbor, as well as ten Students who enter the jazz combos, were in atten­ District festival (held back dance at this year’s festival. in February) are required to Bands and combos per­ perform only their solo se­ formed three selections for a lection. The rating is based panel of WML’ jazz educa­ solely on the performance of tors and receive both taped the piece. However, students and written comments who qualify for and enter Five TKHS jazz band stu­ the state festival also must dents were honored with be prepared to play scales outstanding performance ci­ (including minor scales) and tations: Maegan McKee to sight read. At the state (alto sax), Chris Doornbos festival, the performance of (tenor sax). Alex Robinson the solo piece is only 50% (bari sax), Chad Baragar of the total evaluation, (drums) and Holly Smith called a Proficiency Exam. Students must also perform, from memory, five scales selected by the judge from a list of ten that the student must have prepared. The Ask us iitxHH our new office performance of scales is an additional 25% of the final Dr Gary Scott D.D.S. rating. The final 25% is the 9958 Cherry Valley Ave. SE sight-reading score. Students Caledonia are given a short selection (616) 891-0004 and have one minute to look it over before performing. Fax (616) 891-5170 Of a total possible 100 Now Accepting New Patients!J points. Jessica received a score of 92. A score of 85 is required to “pass" a profi­ ciency exam and earn a Di­ vision I rating. Julius has now passed Proficiency I and. if she ► WAGE qualifies for the state festi­ GARNISHMENTS val next year, must move on to Proficiency II (there are k HARASSING three levels). There are more CREDITOR scales to prepare and the sight reading becomes more PHONE CALLS difficult. One large ensemble and several individual Thomapple Kellogg High School music students have re­ ceived various honors at three recent festivals. The TK Symphonic Band got things rolling by receiv­ ing a Division I rating at the Michigan High School Band and Orchestra Association District 10 festival March 6. The Symphonic Band members performed at Low­ ell High School, where they were evaluated by three judges in a concert perform­ ance and a fourth judge in a sight-reading performance. This marks the second Divi­ sion I rating for the TK Symphonic Band in four years. The last one was re­ ceived in 2000, when both Family Dentistry of Caledonia BANKRUPTCY ► LAWSUITS ► FORECLOSURES Coll 945-9554 anytime to place your Sun & News ACTION-Ad & reach over 11,000 area homes! ► COLLECTIONS We Can Help! C St 269-945-6320 *•'' 877-213-DEBT (3328) Ta Kuzava & pk IM I. Court *«- • Hatting*. 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Jane Engelter of Middleville; six grandchil­ dren. and six great grand­ children; one brother. Ray­ mond (Roxey) Ellis of Flor­ ida; two sisters-in-law. Freda Ellis of Allegan and Adele Parker of Naples. Florida; and several nieces and nephews She was preceded in death by her husband. Robert C. VanderVeen; a brother. Basil Ellis; a sister. Virginia Lenardson and just lately, a brother-in-law. Arnold Parker. According to her wishes, cremation has taken place. A celebration of her life gathering was held Satur­ day. March 29. 2003 at the Beeler Funeral Chapel. Middleville Pastor Gary Newton officiated. Inter­ ment Mt. Hope Cemetery. Memorial contributions may be made in her name to The Library of Michigan Service for the Blind and Physically Handicapped. 717 W. Allegan St.. Lansing. Ml 48909 or Barry Community Hospice. Arrangements by the Beeler Funeral Home. Middleville TK graduate is MacMurray Student Leader of the Month MacMurray College jun­ ior Teresa Venton of Mid­ dleville enjoys being in­ volved in campus activities, which has won her recogni­ tion as Student Leader of the Month at the college in Jacksonville, III. Presentation of the student leader award for February to Vcnton was announced by Jennifer Oliver, college stu­ dent activities director. "Teresa is a quiet leader, always offering support and ideas," according to Julie Pakenham, College resi­ dence life director. “She has a positive outlook and a gen­ uine concern for the MacMurray community." Venton is a member of BASIC (Brothers and Sisters in Christ), the Holy Fools clown ministry, the Chi Alpha Christian organiza­ tion and Campus Christian Leaders. She is Chi Alpha’s co-representative to the Mac-Mur­ ray Student Association, is treasurer of the Spanish club (SOMOS) and is historian of IDEA (Interpreters/Deaf Educators Association). Venton has competed in both cross country and ten­ nis with the Lady High-landers teams. She recently agreed to become a writer for the Bagpipe student newspaper. The recipient of a Pres­ idential Honor Scholarship to MacMurray, Venton is a dean’s list student. She was named to the St. Louis Intercollegiate Athletic Con­ ference all academic team for 2002. Venton came to MacMur­ ray to major in deaf and hard of hearing teacher educa­ tion. She recently added the Interpreter training program to her studies and will seek Teresa Venton an associate degree in ITP. She is employed as a resi­ dent assistant in Rutledge Hall. “I like to be involved (in campus organizations) because it is fun and makes life interesting," Venton said. "I’m in Christian groups because I am a Christian and I want to help build them up." There’s also practicality in her involvement. IDEA is linked to her deaf studies major and enables her to learn more about the deaf community. Sports help her stay in good physical condi­ tion and provide a good way to meet new people, she explained. To maintain a balance between extracurricular actinvites and academic work, "I study a lol, I go to class every day and I turn in all the assignments the teachers give” Venton is the daughter of Edwxrd and Nancy Venton of Middleville. The MacMurray junior is a graduate of Thomapple Kellogg High School. The Student Leader of the Month award is sponsored by the MacMurray Student Life office with the support of the MacMurray Student Association. Faculty and staff advisers of campus organizations may nominate student* for the honor. To be eligible, nominees must be full-time students and have a mini­ mum 23 grade-point aver­ age Resident director staff select the monthly award recipients. As Student Leader of the Month, Venton received a certificate. Her name has been placed on a plaque which the MSA provided for display in the Student Life office. 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Stay invested during turbulent times Military conflict has creat­ ed a wide range of important concerns for Americans. Among them arc questions regarding the likely impact on the financial markets and investment performance. As an investor, those questions may include: “What will war mean to the Mock market?" “Will the market rally when war is over?" And. perhaps: "Should I pull my money out?' These arc difficult ques­ tions. Let’s look at each of them • What impact does war have on the market? No one can accurately predict the precise impact of a war on the financial markets. Military action docs not fol­ low a predictable script. Factors such as the length, severity and aftermath of a war have a great deal to do with how the market reacts. Events leading up to war almost always create uncer­ tainties and fears that push stock prices down. During the Gulf War. for example, the market sold off leading up to the conflict, then ral-' lied when war actually began. 4ir thoughts are with the brave men and women serving our country Drew McFadden Investment Representative 9185 Cherry Valley Ave. SJE Suite E Caledonia Ml 49316 Rus 616691 1173 Tea Free 8666911173 www.edwar^ones com Edward Jones • Will the market rally when the war is over7 Like the first question, there’s no easy answer to this one. We can't be certain that history always repeats itself. But think back to 1990. just before the Gulf War We had rising oil prices, the threat of war and the Dow reached a new low m October 1990 Many felt the market was a terrible place to be. This sounds pretty familiar today. Thai’s why it’s important not to let short-term crises and conflicts derail your long­ term investment plan. Following the Gulf War. one of the greatest bull markets of all time lay just around the comer. This bull market helped quadruple the Dow over the next 10 years. • Should I pull my money out of the market7 As an investor, you might feel tempted to pull your money out of the financial markets if you were convinced that war was going to cause a significant downturn. But. first, recognize that military events arc unpredictable and should not be the basis for investment decisions. In addition to the outcome of any military action, other factors - including cconom ic growth, the growth rate of corporate profits, the level and direction of interest rates and investor psycholo­ gy - will likely determine the course of stock prices in the years ahead. If history is any guide, the market eventually recovers from short-term crisis. While no two events are the same, the long-term trend in the market has historically been positive. This scenario suggests that if you're on the invest­ ment "sidelines" when the market begins to recover, you could miss out on some strong growth opportunities - so stay invested. • Should you make any adjustments to your portfo­ lio in response to war? Investing is about develop­ ing a plan and sticking to it. Investors who make long­ term investment decisions based on guesswork or short-term fears often fall short of their financial goals. it's difficult to conduct "business as usual'* dunng a wartime atmosphere. But if you can maintain your investment focus and disci­ pline. you'll still be on track toward achieving your financial goals when peace and calm return again. ELECTRIC MIDDLEVILLE, Ml Dan Geather, Licensed A. Insured Ueitrician 10868 Shaw Lake Rd. AliiMk'uU-.5U.-t9..y? 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Emergency 911 phones available to those in need The Caledonia Township Board approved a Senior Cell Phone program March 26 to enable seniors or other people with particular spe­ cial needs to trade in old cell phone equipment for nonsubscribcr phones equipped with a 911 signal. These phones may be used by people for limited use for 911 service, such as when traveling. They would become the user’s property. The used equipment and battery chargers arc hoped to be brought in for ex­ change. Some of this old equipment may be repro­ grammed. Treasurer Jill Cardwell suggested other groups in need of 911 service also might be eligible, such as battered women. Anyone feeling they need this pro­ gram can apply at the town­ ship office in Caledonia. Volunteers must be 14 years of age to participate. Therapeutic horseback nding allows people with physical, cognitive and or emotional disabilities to experience horseback riding in a safe environment that has been adapted to their needs. 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Dykema Excavating, rep­ resented by Ron Van Singel. made the request. He explained this devel­ opment. unlike other devel­ opments had to meet re­ quirements of several sec­ tions of State of Michigan law pertaining to recording of plats. Sections 113, 114, 116. 117 and 118. with 120 being final preliminary plat approval, contingent on a letter of credit. He said the dates of approval for these sections had to fall in a spe­ cific order. An earlier stage of the process for Blackstone in­ cluded a court order. "We arc in the process of building it at this time, ac­ cording to those approvals, and then we will come back for final approval. . before we go to the state," Van Singel said. Catherine Cibulka, a resi­ dent with properly adjoining the development on McCords, questioned the plan, asking to sec it. She said wetlands and ponds were involved. She said the court had agreed a bridge would be con­ structed, which she thought was needed before construc­ tion equipment was used to access Phase 2. She asked if any township officials had made a site visit because of the history of the development. "Development has pro­ ceeded before official con­ firmations." She said dam­ age had been done to the waterway and pond, and building was started without proper silt fencing before doing so. She complained that sur­ veyors had recently cut a swath of vegetation on her property and wondered what was the reason. There have been a lot of concerns. I don’t think peo­ ple have looked at this re­ cently, as it’s progressed." Cibulka suggested the board might look at the area to be sure all the previous require­ ments were met. Van Singel said initially, 24 units were planned, and twelve more were planned in Phase 2. Township Supervisor Bryan Harrison said Wilcox Engineering, the township engineer, was to stake the wetlands. Van Singel said the bridge had gone in during the first phase of the devel­ opment. However, the dia­ gram presented was only for phase 2. Trustee Wally Bujak said because of the sensitive na­ ture of the wetlands and the concern of the residents, he wanted to know who has ju­ risdiction over the develop­ ment during the construc­ tion. Harrison said the town­ ship would be responsible to monitor the development and the process of construc­ tion, under the court order stipulation. Cibulka said a certain number of units were to have been sold prior to building phase 2 and asked if this had been reviewed. Harrison said he would look into it. The request then was ap­ proved by all present. Later during public com­ File Your Taxes Yet??? We Can Help!! C & K Business Senrices. LLC CM Give us a call. We can help you take advantage at the new tax laws Phone: 616-891-5789 Email: kjohnson<gckbusserv.com 612 E Main Street Caledonia, Ml 49316 ment at the end of the meet­ ing. Cibulka added several points She said Phase 1 was to have had 30 houses on it, which were to have been sold before approving Phase 2 with 12 houses. "Only 17 of Phase 1 have been sold." she said, and on sixteen of these, amend­ ments to the setbacks of lots for people building on them had been needed to build. She said currently the ad­ vertising for Blackstone Phase 2 included lots 31 through 54, a total of 24 homes, and in Phase 1. there were to be 30 homes. She said ten of 12 of the lots of Phase 2 currently abut a pond or stream. "Some of those lots are only 120 feet deep." she said. If they observed the 50-foot setback, they really wouldn’t have much lot to build on. and that's a huge concern of mine. "I also want to point out to the board... the bridge that they say is already con­ structed. was to be.... con­ structed over the creek and subject to the approval of the planning commission, and the township engineer. A detailed plan of the con­ struction of the bridge shall be submitted to the p'anning commission for its review and approval,' she read from her notes. "I would like to know if any of you know what that bridge looks like?" "It is not a bridge It is just land that has been plowed over what was once a four-foot span of earth, over a drain pipe that is now maybe 30 feet wide, and has silt fencing. I would like this township to become aware of what has occurred in that area in the last five or six years. To just continue to let that plat go forward is a scary thought to me. "They have four pending sales in phase 2 already... but lots have been for sale for over eight years." Pre­ sumably she alluded to Phase 1. She said she wanted to draw attention to half-built developments all over the place. In other business. Spring Valley Estates, a PUD, was approved for preliminary plat approval of its second phase by the boa-d The request, made by Mike Berg for Dykema Ex­ cavators, was previously recommended by the Plan­ ning Commission. The de­ velopment is located west of M-37 and south off 84th Street. The previous prelimi­ nary plat approval, now more than two sears old had expired, requiring a renewal. The project has been de­ layed due to a need for pub­ lic water, and the township is now planning to extend water to the comer of 84th and M-37. making the pro­ ject feasible Berg said a request for ex­ pansion of the apartments in the PUD, and two office buildings would be made next month for a second reading. This u contingent upon an amendment to the plat being approved, which has received its firs: reading. The amendment will add a lot (No. 27) to the develop­ ment. The parcel was included as part of the original PUD. but seems never to have been planned to have a structure on it. This lot will be included with Phase 2 as specified by the amendment. The amendment also iricreased the total number of lots for single family houses from 37 to 38. The lot 27 amendment added 30,000 square feet to the 18 lots in that phase, ex­ ceeding the current zoning minimums. The plan will now meet all setback and minimum lot size require­ ments. The original plans. dating back to the early 1990s specified lots of 100 feet wide and only 20,000 square feet. The plat request is for 19 single family lots, which will be ready to connect for both public water and sewer. Phase 1 of the original PUD included lots 1-19. Berg said at the Planning Commission hearing, the residences in the first stage were occupied. Some struc­ tures are serviced by wells, but this maximizes the limit allowed for the develop­ ment. Phase 2 would add 19 lots (20-38.) It is hoped that extension of the northwest water sys­ tem should be resolved by June. This would mean wa- ter mains would be installed to the north side of 84th at M-37. giving Dykema front­ age on a functional water main, opening the way for Phase 2 of the project to be continued. That site has already been permitted for sanitary sewer extension and the public wa­ ter main permit has been is­ sued. Dykema has begun some preliminary grading and obtained permits for soil erosion. Berg said. A storm sewer is already installed, which flows into a detention basin on the south­ west corner of the site, lots 10 and 11. The Kent County Drain office has granted construc­ tion approval. Multiple township technology improvements set in Caledonia by Ruth Zachary Staff Writer Technical improvements were approved by the Cale­ donia Township Board March 26, to purchase two computers and a printer at $3,198 through Peripherals Unlimited. The computers will en­ able the township to operate a web site. Annual savings were esti- 74/77/ mated with a net resulting cost of $1,820. Staff mem bcr Richard Thacker recom­ mended these improvements as well as technical support time. Supervisor Bryan Harri­ son said this would enable a Kalamazoo-based staff member to save on travel time, and upgrade general capability in the office. Fur­ thermore. e-mail could be accessed remotely from out­ side. He said remote access was available initially, but stopped. Thacker requested re­ placement of computers in the reception area and in the building department Clerk Pat Snyder said the equipment was desperately needed by those using the old computers. 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Some of the fire depart­ ment’s equipment has been carried on someone's pickup truck, a time consuming matter, and not the best in emergency situations Fire Chief Brian Bennett said the new equipment would include air packs and bottles. Only one supplier exists in this part of the stale, and only two types of air packs are available, he said. The company. Safety Services, has all the records on current equipment held by the Caledonia depart­ ment, he explained. Bennett said the air bot­ tles and accessories cost the same as in the past. The air packs arc slightly more, re­ flecting new safety improve­ ments on the equipment. There is a requirement to have one per truck. Bennett explained. This type of equipment is quite expensive, but bottles have a use expectancy for 20 years, and so it is expedient to rotate the replacement dates over several years, thus the equipment may be budgeted on a periodic ba­ sis. rather than all at once. He said air packs also last about the same length of time, as long as they are up­ graded. A mask is used by each separate firefighter, for health reasons, which at­ taches "to every pack that we own." Bennett said. Bennett said the Fire Safety Committee had rec­ ommended the request. Fire ice and water rescue equipment was also re­ quested and approved. Two bids were for ice and water VILLAGE OF MIDDLEVILLE OPEN COMMISSION SEATS Interested citizens invited to apply tor the lottowing available Commission seats PLANNING COMMISSION 3 terms expiring 04/3006 ZONING BOARD OF APPEALS 2 terms expiring 04/30/06 HOUSING COMMISSION 1 term expiring 04/30-08 rescue equipment, with Michigan Rescue concepts winning the bid. The staff tried and tested the equipment on Duncan Lake. Bennett said. "We felt this * as the best package for us to use. We could get quite a bit more, but we felt with the ice rescues we do. this was the limited amount we need to be current ’ Bennett explained on av­ erage. the department does a couple of ice rescues each year. The suits are used for several months, when it is too cold to be in the water. The equipment would be used in situations before ice forms and after the ice is melted, as well as on the ice. Fifteen firefighters have taken the training, as a part of the department’s continu­ ing education. The purchase of the equipment from Michigan Rescue Concepts was ap­ proved. The board also approved providing matching funds for a $40,000 fire depart­ ment grant for next year at a 10 percent matching amount of $4,000. The application must be turned in on April 11. The funds would come from the Emergency Serv­ ices budget. Caledonia has received one such grant previously. The request for ncxi year is to help the department ob­ tain personal safety equip­ ment. Bennett said. Apply in writing to Village of Middleville 100 East Mam Street. Middleville Ml 49333 Attn Village President Letters must be received by April 18, 2003 Appointments to be made April 22 2003 At the regular meeting of the Village Council Rhonda L. Fisk Village Clerk 310 Stop by and check out the large selection at Printing Plus 1351 N. M-43 Hwy, Hastings In (he grey bam YARD WASTE COLLECTION The Village staff plans to collect leaves and yard waste every 2nd and 4th Monday of the month from April 14th through October 13th-weather permitting Grass leaves and other yard waste must be m sturdy dear plastic bags containing no more than 50 pounds each Yard wastes tn other kinds of bags or other containers cannot be accepted for safety reasons Yard waste put out lor collection must be tree of trash, household wastes tree root balls or stones, as we are unable Io process them Brush and tree limbs will be collected if less than 6 nches (iameter and less than 8 feet long, on the 2nd and 4th Monday ot the month from Apd 14th through October 13th The actual time required m collecting all yard waste and the specific time of arrival al your home is served depends on overall volume and the weather It is possible that a given yard waste col­ lection sweep w* take several days to complete but m any case each residence wd be visited m turn just once during each sweep Yard waste not property placed at the roadside at me tme DPW visits a given residence w* not be cottected during that sweep Yard waste not property placed at the roadside at the time DPW visits a given residence will not be collected during that sweep Note that me autumn leaf vacuuming schedule wttl be announced the end ot summer OTHERIMPQRTAjflNQTLSAB^LTr VILLAGE SOUP WASTE COLLECTIONS Residents must neatly place afi wastes kx collection at me edge of a Viaage street abutting me* own residence (without mtrudmg Mo roadways or sxtewa^s by 7-00 A M at me start ot each col­ lection date However residents are also urged not to put out wastes more than one day In advance ot that to help keep Middleville neighborhoods looking good during the rest of the week in the event that a residents wastes have to be rejected as mappropnaee tor VAage coAedxxi. that resident wA be advised via a written doorknob tag axkcaang why mat s so I! she# mer be tnat resident s responstMty »o (kspose of sac waste properly ana prompt^ For more rrtormahon p*ease contact tie Vfiage offices « '00 East Man Street Telephone 795 3385 between 900 AM and 500 PM Monday trough Fnday The VAage ot MddevAe would like to man*- all ot its residents tor nev cons*oerai«on and cooperator n ma»mg me .• ».age sobd waste collections go as smoothly as posstte Clip and Save 316 ■———i« CALEDONIA TOWNSHIP BOARD MEETING CALEDONIA TOWNSHIP BOARD March 26. 2003 Present Hamson Snyde' Cardweif. Bujak. and Stauffer Robertson arrived at 705 Absent Bravata Also Present Planner/Mana­ ger Zytstra. UA Pierson. Deputy Clerk Palmer. Are Chief Bnar Bennett, and several citizens Supervisor Hamson called the Speca! Caledonia Township meeting to order at 7 00 pm Supervisor Hamson led the Pledge and invocation CONSIDERATION OF THE AGENDA: None PUBLIC COMMENT: None CONSENT AGENDA: Moved Harnson. second Snyder to approve the consent agenda as wntten Ayes All MOTION CARRIED. INQUIRY OF CONFUCT OF INTEREST: None REPORT FROM BOARD OFFICERS AND STAFF: None CORRESPONDENCE: None MOTION TO APPROVE NW PROGRESS PAYMENTS WATER PLANT PE #11 & DUNIGAN #13: Moved Cardwell. second Snyder to approve Dunigan PE #13 and CD Barnes PE #11 Ayes AIL MOTION CARRIED. MOTION TO APPROVE DPW BUILDING IMPROVE­ MENTS: Moved Cardwell, sec­ ond Snyder to approve the three low quotes for the water well, new carpet and paint for the DPW building Ayes All MOTION CARRIED. RESOLUTION - PRELIMI­ NARY PLAT APPROVAL OF SPRING VALLEY ESTATES NO. 2: Moved Hamson, second Cardwell to adopt a resolution granting tentative approval of the preliminary plat of Spring Valley Estates No 2 Roll call vote Ayes AH MOTION CAR­ RIED. RESOLUTION ■ FINAL PLAT APPROVE OF BLACKSTONE NO. 2: Katherine Cibulka, of 6408 McCords discussed her concerns with the approval of Blackstone No. 2. Moved Stauffer, second Cardwell to adopt a resolution approving the final preliminary plat of Blackstone Estates No. 2. Roll call vote Ayes: All MOTION CARRIED. TELECOMMUNICATIONS RIGHTS-OF-WAY OVERSIGHT ACT - RESOLUTION: Moved Snyder, second Bujak to adopt a resolution to implement the met­ ropolitan extension telecommu­ nications nghts-of-way oversight act within the Township. Roll call vote Ayes: All MOTION CAR­ RIED. SENIOR CELL PHONE PRO­ GRAM: Discussion was held Moved Hamson, second Cardwell to adopt a cell phone pro­ gram Ayes: All MOTION CAR­ RIED. TRUCK EQUIPMENT & TRAILER: Chief Bennett dis­ cussed the need for air packs and me tracer Moved Stauner the proposal from Addono nnovabons. Snyder second Snyder to approve the Global purchase of the a* packs from thanked M esen lor his efforts SSI and the tow b»d for the frail­ Moved Hamson. second Snyder er Ayes All MOTION CAR­ to contract Addono Global Innovations to create a website RIED tor the Township for an amount ICE & WATER RESCUE Chief Bennett discussed me pur­ not to exceed $2700 Ayes AM MOTION CARRIED. chase of the <e and wate' res COMPENSATION COMMIS­ cue equipment Moved Snyder, SION - DISCUSSION: Discus­ second Stauffer to purchase the ice and water rescue equipment sion was heto BOARD COMMENTS: Cardfrom Michigan Rescue Con­ cepts Ayes. AH MOTION CAR­ well thanked Don Miesen tor the effort put into the Website RIED. Harnson dis­ FIRE DEPARTMENT GRANT Development cussed Glenn Steil having a set - 10% MATCH: Moved Hamson second Snyder to support the day m our office tor citizens to be able to come in and talk with him 10% match tor the fire depart ment grant Ayes All MOTION on April 4. 2003 PUBLIC COMMENT (EX­ CARRIED. TECHNOLOGY IMPROVE­ TENDED): Katherine Ctouika ot 6408 McCords discussed MENTS: Moved Hamson. sec ond Snyder to approve the pur­ Blackstone Estates Don Miesen chase of computers and techni­ ot 7081 Cherry Valley discussed cal support from Computer and the bidding process and the meeting held March 19. 2003. Peripherals Unlimited Ayes All and his respect tor Robertsor MOTION CARRIED ADJOURNMENT: Moved MOTION - RECOMMENDA­ TION BY WEBSITE DEVELOP­ Cardwell second Snyder to MENT COMMITTEE REGARD­ adjourn Roil call vote Ayes All ING AWARD OF CONTRACT MOTION CARRIED FOR WEBSITE DEVELOP- Patncia Snyder MENT: Don Miesen discussed Caledonia Township Clerk MIDDLEVILLE Village Council Meeting SYNOPSIS VILLAGE OF MIDDLEVILLE. MICHIGAN COUNCIL MEETING MINUTES MARCH 11. 2003 The regular meeting of the Village of Middleville. Michigan Council was called to order at 7:00 pm by Mr Lon Myers. Council President of the Village of Middleville. Michigan, in the Council Chamber of the Village Hall. Members present Mr Floyd Bray, Mrs Dorothy Corson, Mr William Kenyon, Mr Michael Lytle. Mr Lon Myers. Mr. Charles Pullen, Mrs Marilyn VandenBerg Minutes of the February 25, 2003 were approved as corrected The Agenda tor the meeting was approved as wntten. ACTIONS TAKEN 1. Adopted resolution #03011, Amend Mid-Villa “Class C" Liquor License for New Brewpub on a motion made by Mr Bray and supported by Mrs VandenBerg Roll call vote resulted in ail Ayes 2. Approved the invoices dated March 07. 2003 in the amount of $80,873 02 on a motion made by Mr Pullen and supported by Mrs VandenBerg 3 Approved purchase of four trash receptacles for Stage coach Park at a cost of $750 each on a motion made by Mr Bray and supported by Mrs Corson 4 Accepted the low bid tor State/Russell and Arlington Court project, in the amount of $170.322 00. from Dan Valley Excavating on a motion made by Mr Bray and supported by Mr Lytle 5 Authorized MOOT to restnpe M-37 from tour lanes to three lanes with a turn lane through the Village limits on a motion made by Mr Bray and was supported by Mrs Corson 6 Amended the contract with Earth Tach to mcluda a 2 6% increase making the monthly payment $10,082.50 on a motion made by Mr Bray and supported by Mr Pullen 7 Adjourned the meeting at 7 47 pm on a motion made by Mr Bray and supported by Mr Kenyon Respectfully submitted. Rhonda L. Fisk. Clerk The complete text of the minutes may be read at the Village Hall between the hours of 9 00 a m and 5 00 p m Monday through Friday (315) Call 945-9554 to place your Sun & News ACTION-Ad and reach over 11,000 area homes VILLAGE OF CALEDONIA COUNTY OF KENT, MICHIGAN PUBLIC NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that on Apnl 14, 2003 at 7 00 pm the Village Council oi the Village ot Catedorxa w* hotd a regular meeting at the Township and Village Halt 250 Souti Mapte Street Caledonia Mcrugan for the purpose ot considering the vacation discontinuance and abofrshment ot that part ot Short Street lying wtthm the West 22 feet more or less of Lot 8 ot Stock 6 of Knsey s Plat of the Village of Caledonia being part of SecSon 29, Town 5 North. Range 10 Wes: Kent. County Michigan Obfecfrons to the proposed vacation may be Med with the Village Clerk m writing al the Village offices 250 ScxXr Mapie Street Catedorxa Michigan AN interested persons may attend tt>e Apnl 14 2003 V«age Counc# meeting The telephone number ot the Vtiage Clerk 6 (616) 891 -9384 Proposed mmutes ot the Apnl 14 2003. meeting wiS be avautable at toe office ot the Cafedoma Viiage Qerk 250 South »Aapte Street Caledonia Michigan eignt business days after me meet mg Approved mmuies of toe meeting wtfl be avartawe at me same address five days after me meeeng al wtwh such minutes are approved Thrs notice is given m accordance wtth Act 267 ot me Pubbc Acts of Michigan ot 1976. as amended bemg me Mchtgan Open Meetings Act Dated March 10 2003 VILLAGE COUNCIL OF THE VILLAGE OF CALEDONIA ______________ 302 �The Sun and News M^kSevifle. Ml/April 1. 2003/Page 13 Technology, continued from page 9 Trustee Wally Bujak said he supported the upgrade of ail equipment and ongoing budgeting considerations for those costs. Harrison said Thacker’s evaluation assessment of re­ placement needs for equip­ ment was part of his regular responsibility. Trustee Richard Robert­ son mentioned concerns over the potential additional burden for web hosting fal­ ling on an employee. Harrison said he thought part of the support time of­ fered by the company would take care of those duties, al­ though some staff time to support the service would be involved. Treasurer Jill Cardwell said several experts had been consulted, but won­ dered why only one pro­ posal was offered for con­ sideration, and why a local provider had not been con­ sidered. Web site development was approved for an amount not to exceed $2700. The matter was re­ searched by a committee comprised of Cardwell, staff members Richard Thacker, Elaine Vehman and volun­ teer citizen Don Micscn. Miesen reported on the work of the committee. "The staff recognized the role technology could play in the rate of growth our township will encompass in the next few years. It's easy for all of us to narrow our view of things, and ... lose sight of what has already happened in our township *1 thought it would be im­ portant to... evaluate some additional uses that we don't think about on a daily basis, that the web site would be used for in addition to the residents and the community in itself.* He said other forms of government from Kent County all the way to Wash­ ington use a useful and up­ dated web site. ’I don’t think it unrealistic to think that (Congressman) Vem Ehlers or a staff mem­ ber would go to our web site to evaluate an issue or up­ date themselves prior to a visit. "Folks that would be vis­ iting Caledonia, but also the Convention Center, the Zoo or Meijer Gardens... just to view a few of the massive changes that Michigan has undertaken over the last few years. Or maybe just a fam­ ily member prior to visiting us. "Over the next few years, Caledonia will have thou­ sands of businesses and in­ dividuals considering where to relocate in Michigan and West Michigan We will want to compete for the best; not for what's left over. "Whether you arc a board, staff or committee member. NOTICE OF PUBLIC HEARING The Village of Freeport will hold a public hearing on April 14 2003, to discuss and amend Ordinance #40 "Village of Freeport Elected Officials Compensation Ordinance' the hearing will begin at 6 45 p m at the Community Center all purpose room For more information please contact the village officer at 616 765-3808 314 NOTICE OF PUBLIC HEARING The Village of Freeport will hold a public hearing on April 14 2003, to discuss and amend Ordinance #34 "Unlicensed Unregistered Inoperable Dismantled etc Motor Vetucies" the hearing will begin at 7 15 p m at the Community Center all purpose room For more information please contact the village officer at 616-765-3808 313 having an updated and us­ able web site would be a strong asset. ‘One of any community's strongest assets is its local business people," Miesen stressed. He said a strong web site would create a bndge which would unite various contin­ gents of community assets with one another. He said the committee re­ searched many web sites. He said personally he had spent weeks looking at both cur­ rent and new web sites and took note of innovations. He said a local company. AC1 was found to be a sound company from many re­ spects. The township's needs and what would make a useful web site were considered. A synopsis of staff conclusions was made. He said people in the community make inquir­ ies for information, which if available on a web site which they could obtain on their own. He said an AC1 represen­ tative brought in her own knowledge, and reviewed "our perceptions" and of­ fered a great ability to the township. "After doing so, we all felt very positive about the ability and the cost to go with ACI. and make that recommendation now. "We also feel it would be sound... to invest in the en­ tire packet... which enmes to $2,700" (including a dis­ count). He said there were two key parts, to consider the market, and the web site to get the word out that the web site was worth going to. "Secondly, the web site is only as good as the informa­ tion it provides." He said everyone agreed the web site must remain current, and each department would need to keep that informa­ tion timely. He thanked the board for giving him the privilege to volunteer his time. He said the staff was friendly, open and professional in the way they worked with him. Both Snyder and Cardwell thanked Miesen for the long hours he had devoted in researching web site op­ tions. If a staff person, (proba­ bly Elaine Veltman) was to be trained, ACI would charge $50 per hour for training. In another option. ACI would, for a $50 monthly fee. enter any upgrades of­ fered by the staff, minimiz­ ing staff time. Program up­ grades would be done annu­ ally as well, providing a trial for one year was beneficial and the township wanted to continue the service. Presumably, past web site information could be stored, starting with the onset of the web site. This would be pos­ sible in the office, or by resi­ dents using the site. In other business, the Caledonia Township Board • Authorized the Compen­ sation Commission to meet during the 2003 year. The commission would meet 15 days from the onset of a 45day periody to begin in time to make recommendations prior to drafting the budget for next year. Once the commission makes its recommendations, the entire package must ei­ ther be approved or denied by a two-thirds vote of the Township Board, or it will go into effect as advised. • Approved payment to Dunigan $25,478.75 and an­ other payment to CD Barnes for $6,195.79. Dunigan still has work to do along the highway. Utilities Adminis­ trator Rich Pierson said. The amount owed was estimated at $100,000 and is being withheld for completion. The board chose bids made for improvements on the DPW building being renovated for storage of util­ ity vehicles and equipment. Buer Well was the low bid­ der at $4,750 for a new well. Three bids for painting were considered. The job was given to Great Lakes Painting at $1,390. the low­ est bid. Quality work at competitive prices Senior Citizen Discounts Flooring will cost $3,739.74. and was granted to Famous Flooring. • Passed a resolution to adopt the Telecommunica­ tions Rights-of-Way Over­ sight Act. This will allow the township to benefit from fees collected from such in­ stallations. • it was announced that State Representative Glenn Steil would be available for comment and questions by the public in the Township Hall on Friday. 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Amy Tinker, Coach Tammy Olmsted, (back) Gina Niemchick. Ashley Aspinall The Trojan varsity softball squad has quite a few girls back from a team that had a tough time in the O-K Blue last season. But now they have an­ other year of experience, and a good group of under­ classmen ready to help. Senior pitchers Jen Burks and Cary Middlebush are back to hurl the heat from the middle of the diamond for the Trojans, but second* year Coach Tammy Olmsted is a little worried about their arms. “We play 34 games this year. This is a lot of games for our pitching staff.” Junior Gina Niemchick is back and could see time on the mound helping out, as WEST MI. FIREPLACE & HEARTH 401 S. Broadway, Middleville 795 3536 could new juniors Melanic Warner and Holly Klunder. “We should be very solid on the infield,” says Olm­ sted. Megan Dutcher is back to play short stop, with La­ cey Patterson on her left at second. Middlebush along with junior Brittany Stover could see time manning first base. Niemchick will take care of duties at the hot cor­ ner. Seniors Katie Longstreet and Latisha Smith return to the outfield. There they’ll be joined by juniors Mallory Egolf, Amy Tinker, and Kirby Bremer. Bremer and Egolf could also see time at second and short. Sophomore Ashley Aspi­ GEUKES MARKET S00 High StMiddleville 795 3767 nall. in her second season on the varsity, will get a lot of time behind the plate or in the outfield. “The girls are all working very hard to improve 'in last year s season.” says Olm­ sted. One of the key’s to that improvement will be if the Trojans can reduce their number of errors from a sea­ son ago. The girls open their sea­ son Wednesday at Caledo­ nia, before jetting off to Florida for some spring training exercises. Olmsted says she expects the extra field time to be a big help in getting her team better prepared for the up­ coming season. 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Hawkins scored four goals in the game against Wyoming Park. Hall added one. But what was most impressive to the coach was the balance. Five different Trojans notched goals in the contest. Also back this season are solid contributors like Stephanie Simon, Melisa Potts, and Janine Dykstra. Simon scored a goal in the opening contest, along with twins Bethany and Amber Steorts each scoring one Rachel Clinton returns as the last line of defense for the Trojans guarding the net. and will get some time to stretch her legs on offense as well. Coach Clinton has also picked a few sophomores off of the JV squad to help his team's depth. The Trojans goal this sea­ son is to be battling at the top of the O-K Blue, trying to knock off perennial con­ tender Calvin Christian. “We’re gonna shoot for a .700 winning percentage or better,” says Coach Clinton. BRUCE’S FRAME & ALIGNMENT MIDDLE VILLA LNN HARMONY DANCE SOURCE 415 2nd StMiddleville 4611 N. Middleville KdMiddleville USE. 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M 37 HwyMiddle villc 795 0053 -Xhesesponsoresnrepnmd supporters of the TKAthletes... Help out by supporting these sponsors. �The Sun and News Mtckflewlte. Ml/Apnl 1. 2003/Page 15 New coach brings new attitude to TK baseball The Trojans’ new varsity baseball coach calls it a re­ dedication. Tom Enslen has already noticed that the baseball banner in the high school gymnasium is a little bare Baseball is my thing. It’s my passion,” says Enslen. “We're making the commit­ ment. maybe for the first time in this district.” Enslen says he hopes someday to make that base­ ball banner in the gym look like the ones that hang be­ side it for football and wres­ tling But he also knows “it’s not gonna happen over night." The new skipper has changed the coaching staff all the way through the pro­ gram. That’ll take time to show results on the varsity. Enslen says that this sea­ son’s success starts with a pair of seniors. Nate Thorton and Josh Eldridge. They're the pair the coach says he’ll “build the season around Thorton is the reluming starting catcher for the Tro­ jans. and Eldridge is playing short stop and leading off in Enslen’s lineup. One of the biggest ques­ tions for this squad will be pitching. Enslen says he sees strong arms, but the need to become consistent. Enslen expects to sec sophomores Jamie Sanford and Kyle Bradley on the hill this sea­ son. “Bradley throws as hard as anybody currently in the program.” says Enslen. “He’s got good command of three pitches and he can also hit.” But the pitching starts with a couple of seniors. Mike Price returns and will be the opening day starter today. Tuesday April 1. when the Trojans visit Cre­ ston for a double header. Phil Strong will get the nod in the second game. ‘ They ’re our go to guys.” says Enslen. The Trojans have nine different players who expect to see some time on the mound. Eldridge could also get up on the hill, and the team's returning third base­ man Justin Ogden. Probably a common goal on team billboards in the OK Blue this season. “Beat Calvin” is one of the many individual and team goals this squad has set. But that one’s still a ways off. They don't see the Squires for a few weeks. After Creston on Tuesday, the Trojans visit Caledonia for a double header on Wednesday. “We’re geared up to go,” says Enslen. The 2003 Thomapple Kellogg Varsity Baseball Team, (front from left) Jason Kuiper, Phil Strong. Nate Thorton. Kyle Holst. Kyle Fletke. Mike Price. Trevor Klemkosky, (middle) Assistant Mark Price, Joe Ulberg, Jon Shoemaker, Josh Eldridge, Ian Karcher, Levi Harold, (back) Coach Tom Enslen. Justin Ogden. Scott VanderWood, Jamie Sanford, and Kyle Bradley. ‘Golf is golf,’ says TK coach of expectations “Play to our potential.” is all that Trojan varsity girls' golf coach Mark Verlindc ever asks of his squads. “If we do that we’ll win the matches we should win.” he says. The Trojans finished sec­ ond in the O-K Blue last season behind an outstand­ ing team from Hamilton. A strong group returns from that squad to start this sea­ son at the top for TK. Senior Tiffany Forbes is back for her fourth season on the TK varsity, a rarity says Verlindc. Also returning arc a pair of sophomores who began to contribute to the lineup as last season wound down. Lindsey VandcnBerg and Lindsey McKee. Verlindc calls that moderate experi­ ence. Another top returnee is Sarah Wolf, who saw action in a few matches last year for the Trojans. Sophomore Blythe Wil­ liams and freshman Kelly Funk will also be working on cracking a spot in the starting lineup. As for how things will shake out in the O-K Blue this season, “Golf is golf,” says Verlindc. “Godwin came out of the blue last year,” Verlindc said. Hamil­ ton won the league and they return their top golfer. And team's can never forget about Calvin Chris.ian. “If we find some consistency, and play as well as we can play, we’ll beat the teams we’re better than,” says Verlinde. The girls’ season starts to­ day, Tuesday April 1, when they travel to take on Low­ ell. The 2003 Thornapple Kellogg Varsity Girls’ Golf Team, (front from left) Missty Welker, Tiffany Forbes, Sarah Wolf, Parn Draper, (middle) Coach Rickert, Blythe Williams, Allison Sager, Lindsey VandenBerg, Lindsey McKee, Coach Verlinde, (back) Penny Ormsby, Hillary Welton, Shannon Wingeier, Heidi Klunder, Kassidy Sovern, Kelly Funk, and Mikel Moore. Track set for TK girls, still working on field The Trojan varsity girls’ track team has many of the runners they need to be competitive, but it’s not just track. It’s track and field. “We’ve got a lot of new kids in all of our field events,” says TK Coach Tammy Benjamin. “The cold spring has not helped, and we need to get some work done on our field events.” Junior Whitney Robertson returns to throw the discus, and senior Julie Bcrgakker is back to throw the shot put, so the throws don’t look too bad for the Trojans. That pair will be joined by fresh­ man Erica Peschel throwing the shot. Other than that in the field events its more freshmen who will be key. Kersta Gustafson will try the pole vault while also running the 800. Bethany Kitzrow and Jessica Flaska will take on the long jump, while also getting in on the hurdles. In the team’s season opening 39-89 loss to Cale­ donia Flaska and Gustafson turned in two of TK’s three first place finishes. Gustaf­ son won the 400M Dash with a time of 1:04.2 Flaska was tops in the 200m dash at 27.91. followed by Gustaf­ son at 28.12. “Our distance and middle distance kids continue to be strong,” says Benjamin, as evident by junior Jessica Stortz’s first place finish in the 800m run against Cale­ donia. The Trojans’ other first against Caledonia came from the 1600m relay team of senior Elisc Nyland. Stortz, senior Angela Blood, and Gustafson (4:30.56). “We’re hoping for a lop two finish m the O-K Blue.” says Benjamin, “h’s a tough track league, hopefully we’ll be ready by the time confer­ ence competition rolls around.” Others expected to play a big part in the Trojans run for the Blue crown are sen­ ior Theresa Miller in the 100 hurdles, sophomore Natalie Hoag in the 3200 and 3200 relay, and Kelli Zoet in the 3200 The Trojans next test will be the TK Relays on Wednesday in Middleville. The 2003 Thomapple Kellogg Varsity Girls' Track Jessica Stortz, Kelli Zoet. Lindsey Cook, Brittany Team (front from left) Coach Tammy Benjamin, Elise Nicholson, Amber McMillan, (back) Chantel Reunnk, Nyland Angela Blood, Amanda Fisk, Julie Bergakker, Lacey Higgins. Kersta Gustafson, Wendy Treuter, Codi Theresa Miller, Whitney Robertson, Emily Quisenberry, Nicholson, Jessica Foote, Erica Peschel, Emily Nyland. Aubrey Raymond, (middle) Jill McDuffec. Bethany Iman Engstrom, and Kehiah Turnes Kitzrow, Jane Kenmcott, Jessica Flaska. Natalie Hoag. Soccer, continued from page 14— Thai goal is in easily in reach if the Troians can ac­ complish another of their season goals, to erage one goal against or less per “We’ve got big goals, and big expectations from every­ body” on the team. The girls’ next contest is Wednesday at Caledonia at 6:30 p.m. Attention Caledonia sportsjans: The spring sports previews for the Fighting Scots will appear in next week's issue of the Sun & News. �• Page 16/The Sun and News. Middleville. Ml/Apm 1. 2003 Trojan guys open year with win after recount The Trojan varsity boys’ track team has one goal in mind: winning the O-K Blue again. They did it last year, now its time to gear up for an­ other run. TK will also looking to defend their Barry County Championship from a year ago Trojan speedster Scott Brooks returns in the 400M for the Trojans as well as at­ tacking at the high jump pit. Also back is Darrin Tape to take on the competition in the 100 and 200 dashes. Tape finished first in both events last Wednesday when the Trojans t<x>k on Caledo­ nia The Trojans won the opening match 65-63 after a glitch was found in the scor­ ing of the long jump, where Trojans Justin VanSpronscn finished first ahead of team­ mate Bobby Roush in sec­ ond. Jordan Hartley returns with Brooks and VanSpron­ scn at the high jump pit which ninth-ycar Trojan Coach Matt Funk secs as one of the big strengths to this group of guys, along with the sprints and the dis­ tance runners. Hartley won that event against Caledonia with a jump of 6’2”. VanSpronscn was second. Some key new comers to this season's squad include senior Eric Smith in the 800m. junior Mark Rolison in the sprints, and Adam Loveless throwing shot and discus. Loveless was first in the shot at 40’8”. followed by teammate Ryan Adams. Other first place finishes were turned in by TICs 400 relay team of VanSpronscn. Brooks. Tape, and Rolison who finished at 45.9, Steve Johnson in the 110 high hur­ dles (17.0). Steve Allen in the 400 (52.8). and Tim Brog in the 3200 (10:48). The Trojans will have to continue with the strong per­ formances to stay ahead of Hamilton and Coopersville at the top of the O-K Blue, says Funk. Next up for the Orange and Black are the TK Relays on Wednesday. April 2. The 2003 Thornapple Kellogg Varsity Boys' Track Team (front from left) Steve Allen, Phil Garber, (second row) Steve Johnson, Joe Brown. Matt Potter. Ryan Adams. Ken Wiersum, Darrin Tape, Kurt Bray. Eric Smith, Joey Mancuso, Tim Brog, Bobby Roush. Justin VanSpronsen, (third row) Eddy Landon. Cody Nieder, Chns'Harkness. Josh Hilton, Jordan Hartley. Bill Huff. Mark Rolison. Mike Rhoby, Josh Meyenng. Dan Burbank, (fourth) Wil Campos, Dan Buxton. Ryan Bowyer, Paul Garrett. Doug Elam. Keith Fuleki. Drew Townes, (fifth) Mike Krouse. Josh Wilkins. Scott Blood. Marco Sanchez. Josh Wolters. A J Walsh. Matt Morely. Lee Rock. Carlos Porter, (sixth) Adam Loveless. Andy Dombroski, Josh Ezinga, Peter Garrett. Doug Grurmmett. Edwin Cubas, Brandon Dimond, Brad Waddell. Steve Berg. Pat Cisler. (back) and Coach Matt Funk. Trojans netters have to replace half a squad More than half of TK’s varsity boys' tennis roster from a year ago is gone. The top two singles play­ ers from a year ago. last year's fourth singles player, and two team’s worth of doubles players need to be replaced. • What’s one of the best ways to help fill that hole? With an exchange student. Felipe Bahiana will join the Trojans this spring and fill the number one singles spot for Coach Larry Seger. With that spot filled. Brad Bender is moving up from third singles a year ago to take the second spot. Following those two. Ja­ mie Beckering and Kyle McClure are making the transition from doubles posi­ tions into the third and fourth singles flights. “Our strength will proba­ bly be our singles players because they have more ex­ perience,” says Coach Se­ ger. But the doubles teams are hurting for experience this spring. Dave McAllister, Randy Tobias, and lan Seger played third and fourth dou­ bles last year and will move to first and second doubles, says Seger. The team finished last season with a 7-5-1 mark overall and a 4-3-1 record in FHC tops Scots on opening day It was a tough way for the Fighting Scot varsity base­ ball squad to open their sea­ son last Friday against For­ est Hills Central. As spring quickly turned back into winter, the Scots suffered a 16-2 loss in six innings to the visiting Rang- With a couple errors and some mental mistakes the Scots found themselves down early in the ball game. The Rangers took a 4-0 lead in the first inning. The Scots came back a lit­ tle more composed holding the Rangers to one run over the next two innings, but couldn't get much going of­ fensively. Caledonia had runners at first and third with two out in the second and couldn’t push across a run. Mark Ward led off the third inning with a triple, but the next three Scots went down in or­ der to kill the threat. Ward was the only real offensive threat for Caledo­ nia in the game, belting the triple to right center and in the sixth, after the Scots had allowed six runs in the top of the inning, knocked a home run over the left field fence to score himself and Kyle Bellgraph. The Scots only two runs in the contest. FHC scored five more in the top of the sixth to end the game early. Calvin clips Scots in opener Caledonia righty Stu Kohl hurls the first pitch of the 2003 baseball season for Caledonia towards the plate last Friday after­ noon. (Photo by Brett Bremer) The Caledonia Fighting Scot varsity soccer squad played at Fellowship Field last Thursday against Calvin Christian and fell 4-0. “The team came out a lit­ tle bit flat in the first half." said Coach Jenny Tenant. “After a lot of indh idual efforts we ended the first half down 0-3." The girts fired up the sec­ ond half and entered the field with a clearer idea of what needed to be done. “The team worked to­ gether better and created some nice runs toward Calvin’s goal.” said Tenant. “We put more pressure on Calvin Christian’s offense and nearlv shut them dow n the second half ” “This was an eye-opener for the team and wc take this game as a learning experi­ ence. We all know that we will have to work extra hard to have a victorious season. We look forward to the chal­ lenge.” The 2003 Thornapple Kellogg Vars.ty Boys’ Tennis Team (front from left) Dan Texter. Andrew Kulhanek, John Smith. Chris Jensen, Brandon Awrey Kyle McClure. Randy Tobias (middle) Dave McCalister. John Herring. James Beckering, Filepa Batihana. Coach Larry Seger, (back) Joe McMahn. Travis Higgms. Mike Hoskens, Jordon Rock. Josh Cisler. Chad Bnce. lan Seger and Brand Bender. v ' the O-K Blue. Calvin won the league and Seger says that they should repeat, as usual. “Coopersville and Comstock Park will also have strong teams,” says Seger. TK will have to wait and see how everything shakes out in their lineup. Other possible starters on this sea­ son’s squad include Brandon Awrey, Jordan Rock. Chad Brice, John Smith, John Herring, and Josh Cisler. TK’s first match of the season is this afternoon, Tuesday April 1, when the host the Red Arrows from Lowell. Then they have nearly two weeks before they’re in action again at Coopersville April 14 to open the O-K Blue schedule Athlete of the Week Thor nappie-Kellogg High School (Middteville) Soccer Sarah Hawkins started her sophomore season off right for the TK varsity girls' soccer squad. Hawkins knocked in four goals as the Trojans won their season opener over Wyoming Park last Wednesday The «95 Middleville Rd. Iff N. Main St. Lynn Denton m-3t. Middievsie, mi Nashniie, mi Agency 1-800-443-5253 517-852-2005 MAKING YOUR FUTURE MORE PREDICTABLE ■■ FARM BUREAU MiBi. INSURANCE AfMBM f ABM MMUU UR * euMAki �The Sun and News. M»ddievilte MUApnl 1. 2003/Page 17 Looking ICS PRINTER? 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Middleville Ml/Apri 1. 2003 TK graduate, FSU student joins Golden Key Jessica Kay Wicrsum. daughter of Steve and Susan Wicrsum of Wayland, has accepted membership in Golden Key International Honour Society and was in- Scrapbooking program slated Scrap in a Snap and Peace Reformed Church Gems are joining together for an eve­ ning of scrapbooking from 6 pm. to midnight Friday. April 4. This evening is one of the many activities offered as a fund-raiser for Peace Church's building fund pro­ ject Cost is $15. which in­ cludes a potluck meal, drinks and snacks, personal instruction, and use of scrap­ booking tools such as a die cut machine, paper trim­ mers. and decorative scis­ sors. Supplies arc available to purchase such as paper, stickers, adhesive and em­ bellishments. Sheila Workman, consult­ ant for the home-based busi­ ness Scrap in a Snap and former owner of Legacy for a Lifetime will be available for instruction. Workman has been a-scrapbooker her­ self for more than 11 years and has been teaching nu­ merous classes during the last eight years. All proceeds and 10% of material sales will go toward Peaces building fund. Please pre­ register by calling Peace Church at 891-8119 by Thursday. April 3. Payment will be received at the door. M-Th 5am-9pm; Fti. 5am-8pni Sal. 8am >2 pm; Sun.9am»3pm 9175 Cherry Valiev, Ste. K Caledonia, 891-2994 dividually honored during a campus ceremony recently at Ferris State University. Wiersum. a 1998 graduate of Thornapple Kellogg High School, plans to earn a bachelor of science degree War support group adds Red Cross info Deb Shaffer has an­ nounced that the first meet­ ing of the Operation Iraqi Freedom support group, to­ night. Tuesday. April 1, will include a speaker from the Red Cross as well as Middleville Postmaster Vic Haas, who will discuss how to send packages to those serving in the Middle East. He will cover proper pack­ aging. how to fill out custom forms and what can be sent. Weekly meetings will be held each Tuesday as long as the current conflict lasts, at the VFW Post No. 123 in Middleville, with all meet­ ings beginning at 7 p.m. “Family and friends of those serving either overseas or stateside arc welcome, veterans, too.” Shaffer says. “We hope to bring in other speakers on topics im­ portant to those ot us who are waiting for news of our loved ones,” Shaffer says. this May in professional golf management. She has been a member of the FSU Bulldog golf squad for the past four years. "It is only fitting that a high academic achiever like Jessica be recognized by Golden Key." said Alexan­ der D. Perwich. Golden Key executive director. "Our members are inspired and motivated by the challenge not only to be recognized for their outstanding accom­ plishments but also to make a positive impact on our world through the Society's commitment to service.” Jessica Wiersum It’s down to the wire for TK Senior Parents The Thornapple Kellogg High School senior parents are holding a a final fund­ raiser to benefit all senior parents planning open houses and parties at the end of the school year. The group is selling paper products for upcoming graduations. These are sold in two packages of plates, napkins, cups, silverware, tablecloths and balloons. They can also be sold indi­ vidually. Any senior parent who didn't receive the letter announcing this sale and who is interested may con­ tact Sarah Nichols. 1589 N. Yankee Springs Road. Mid­ dleville. at her email: NicholsS3(o Michigan.gov or call 795-7610 after 5:00 pm. The fund-raiser con­ cludes on Monday. April 28. Any parents interested in community. We want every­ one to be able to keep up with sport news, birthdays, counseling information, gen­ eral information, the student newspaper and most impor­ tantly, the lunch menu.” On most days the an- TK Band Boosters will not meet in April S 95 Chevrolet KI599 4x4 Chevu 4x4 Silvered LS 97 Chevu M»rte GAVIN SALES HOURS • Chevrolet • Buick • Pontiac 795-3318 • 891-8151 SERVICE HOURS: Bon buying a ticket for the senior party for their graduates should send a $25 check made out to TK Senior Party and mail to Diane Tobias. 42 State St Middleville. Mich. 49333 The next meeting of the Thornappie Kellogg Senior parents will be at 7 p m. Wednesday. April 16. at McFall Elementary's all-pur­ pose rix»m Daily TK High School announcements on website Daily announcements from Thornappie Kellogg High School are now posted on the TK web site. Principal Ellen Zack says, “This is an attempt to better communicate the high school’s activities to the 92 Chevrolet S-t® 4x4 Golden Key International Honour Society is a non­ profit. academic honors or­ ganization that provides aca­ demic recognition, leader­ ship opportunities, commu­ nity service, career network­ ing and scholarships. The society has more than 300 chapters in the United States. Puerto Rico, the Vir­ gin Islands. Australia. Can­ ada. Malaysia. South Africa and New Zealand. Member­ ship into the society is by in­ vitation only to the top 15 percent of juniors and sen­ iors in all fields of study. The Thornapple Kellogg High School band/music boosters will not have a meeting in April because the meeting would take place over spring break. The next meeting will be May 5 at 7 pm in the band room at the high school. Everyone who has a child in one of the bands or the choirs are invited. In May the booster will make deci­ sions about scholarships for students. This meeting also will include information for TK Swim Club signups tonight The spring season signup for the Middleville Swim Club will be held tonight Tuesday. April 1 from 7 to 9 p.m. in the Thornappie Kel­ logg High School cafeteria. The cost is $40 per swim­ mer. due when signing up. This is a competitive swim program open to chil­ dren in kindergarten through 12th grade. Participants must be able to swim at least (Mie length of the pool. The season starts May 2 and con­ tinues until mid-July. For more information, call 795-4405. the next school year. For more information, call Debie Smith at 7959135. nouncements will be avail­ able after 9 a.m. al www.tk.kl2.ini.us. Viewers should select the high school, main office. Sue Rounds, office manager sug­ gests “Select the printable version unless you have a really, really fast connec­ tion.” Zack concludes, “At TKHS we want you to know what is going on because we believe information sharing is where it’s at?” 9175 Cherry Valley Mon.-Thura. 11 a.m.-8:30 p.m.; Fri. & Sat 11 a.m.-9 p.m.; Sun. 11 a.m.-2:30 p.m. 891-2928 COME SEE OUR NEW MENU ITEMS! Plus, we’ve added new nighth specials! (from 5 p.m. to 8:30-9 p.m.) Monday is Burrito Night! HlM-two burritos Tuesday is All-You Can-Eat Snow Crab Clusters 0^ Wednesday is All-You-Can-Eat Fish Thursday is All-You-Can-Eat Shrimp steamed in beer! Middle Villa Inn 891-1287 or 795-3640 on M-37 just north <4 Middleville �The Sun and News M-ddiev.tte. Ml Apnl 1. 2003/Page 19 Automotive -89 CHEVY BERETTA: looks good, runs good, V-6, auto, new tires/exhaust, $1,200 obo. (269)795-2232 2001 HONDA ACCORD: 4 door, silver, all extras, 11,600 miles, $14,200. 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It’s time to leave the hearty meals of winter be­ hind and start thinking about lighter spring dishes. The Taste of Home Cook­ ing School of Greendale. Wis. has put together a col­ lection of recipes that will awaken taste buds to a gar­ den party of spring flavors. Recipes from the collec­ tion will be featured at a cooking demonstration May 1 at the Barry Expo Center, located on M-37 between Hastings and Middleville. Doors will open at 4 p.m. and the program begins at 7 p.m. Michelle Roberts, a home economist with the cooking school, will create a culinary bouquet of dishes to add to everyone’s garden of reci­ pes. "Our spring line-up of recipes is scrumptious,*' boasts Michelle. "What could be better than to serve Premier White Lemony Cheesecake' at your spring­ time luncheons or family gatherings. W'ith its light lemony flavor and pretty pastel color, guests arc sure to ask for seconds. “Of course as tempera­ tures climb, your thoughts will turn to picnics and grill­ ing. How about dressing up your chicken with America s favorite condiment - salsa? Chile Chicken with Pineap­ ple Salsa' mingles the zesty taste of onion with juicy chunks of pineapple,” she said. “A picnic wouldn't be, complete without potato salad. Picnic Celery &. Po­ tato Salad’ offers a refresh­ ing twist to this favorite warm weather side dish. Guests can follow along in MANUFACTURED LIVING, INC. at Cider Mill Village (Whitneyville Road) and Country Meadows Village (76th and Kraft) Model Clearance Sale r .* '■jt3 r^Air^ Homes to^ soldM For further information call CAROLE at 616-891-2225 VVwiz the latest free full-color Rec­ ipe Collection as I prepare these dishes along with eight other flavorful recipes," The cooking school is as­ sociated with America's most popular cooking maga­ zines. Taste of Home and its sister magazine Quick Cook' ing. Felpausch and J-Ad Graphics are pleased to be one of only 250 local spon­ sors across the nation se­ lected for the spring 2003 cooking program. "Our staff met with Mi­ chelle recently to finalize plans. We also visited with local businesses that will be involved in the event." ex­ plained Jennie Yonker of JAd Graphics. "We have de­ signed a program that will showcase on-stage demon­ strations of 11 delightful recipes, new food products and kitchen shortcuts, along with lots of special prizes." Although the size of the audience does not allow everyone to sample the reci­ pes. the dishes prepared on­ stage will be given away to 11 lucky people to take home Each person at the event will receive a free gift bag' containing samples, cou­ pons, recipe brochures and the all new full-color Taste of Home Cooking School Recipe Collection Cook­ book. Everyone will be in­ cluded in the drawings for a bonanza of door prizes. "We are anticipating a large enthusiastic crowd." said Jennie. “Come cele­ brate springtime with a feast of new fixxJ flavors." Tickets are $12 for re­ served seating and $10 for general admission and arc available at Felpausch Food Center locations, including stores in Hastings. Delton. Battle Creek, Marshall and Charlotte. Caledonia enrichment spring classes to start by Cathy Rueter Staff Writer “Living and Learning To­ gether” is the motto this spring for Community Con­ nections classes through the Caledonia Resource Center. Enrichment classes help in the aspects of living and learning as well as having fun and enjoying life. Though some classes have already started, many arc still available. Among the offerings arc teaching techniques to give a massage, from circulation enhancement to massage and stretching for back dis­ comfort; taking control of fi­ nances with debt free and prosperous living,” learning to play the guitar, finally learning something about that computer sitting unused on the desk or taking online courses to enhance skills al­ ready acquired. “The online courses are very popular,” said Sherry Crawford from the Resource Center. “They don’t get can­ celed. People are taking them more and more. They can take what they want, where they want.” Despite the fact that the Garden Stepping Stone class is full for Tuesday evening, if interested, call the Re­ source Center Office and register on the waiting list. r n Another class for Thursday evenings will be started if there is enough interest. This is also the time to sign up for summer and fall driver education classes and the ACT preparation work­ shop. There arc several free seminars coming up for sen­ ior citizens with special speakers. “Making Sense of Medicare and Medicaid" is open to any senior, not only Caledonia residents, on hiesday, April 29, at 10:15 am. “Better Bones, Brighter Future" offers information bout the risk factors and ways to identify the health threat that affects nearly one million Michigan citizens (according to the CRC bro­ chure). "Better Bones” is planned for Tuesday, May 20. at 10:15. Stop by the office at 330 Johnson St. in Caledonia to pick up a catalog or call or write the Resource Center office with your address and they’ll send one. For more information about these or any other classes offered by Caledonia Resource Center, call 616891-8117, fax 616-891-7014 or www.caiedonia.kl2.mi.us. Office hours are Monday through Friday from 7:30 a.m. to 4 p.m. Dig A Tree Transplanting Lie 50" ti 45" Spade Irucks gL State inspected & Licensed Nursery gfc. 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The tall sign was non con­ forming and Reeder was told that it would have to be removed within 5 years or once vegetation which blocks it is removed from the adjacent property. Unfortunately, this past winter the ice cream cone sign was hit by a motorist and demolished. The sign See planners, page 18 wmiam Brunner shows some of the details of the expansion of the Methodist Church of Middleville. Contruction is set to begin in several months. Mother Nature freezes out spring This 19-foot tall sign is the one Greg Reeder is going to keep following the decision of the Planning Commis­ sion against installation of a non-conforming sign for the new Cone Corral. The original ice cream cone sign was demolished this past winter in a traffic accident TK schools to offer staff severance plan by Patricia Johns Staff Writer In a move to control costs, members of the Thor­ napple Kellogg Board of Education last week ap­ proved a severance package to be offered to 57 eligible teachers, administrators and support staff who are at the top of the pay scale. This package will enable the district to save more than one million dollars over eight years. Superintendent Kevin Konarska praised the district for maintaining a fund bal­ ance that has allowed it to weather the first series of cuts in aid. He discussed the severance package as a way to allow the district to re­ duce its costs over the next Whitneyville Road was shut down much of Saturday due to downed lines and trees, making driving hazard­ ous. by Cathy Rueter Staff Writer What spring? Mother Na­ ture’s calendar must be off by a few weeks. There were rumors of a half-million energy custom­ ers without power this past weekend due to an ice storm in Caledonia and surround­ ing areas last Thursday. Businesses along M-37 were without power much of the weekend, as were many homes, causing loss of busi­ ness, heat and water. According to one source from Caledonia Fire Rescue at 10:30 Saturday morning, much of the crew hadn’t even been able to go home for some much needed shut- Clean up continues after the “Ice Storm of 03," last Thursday See page 10 for more ice storm photos. eye after being watchful of downed trees and power lines throughout the night. Whitneyville Road had to be dosed down for much of Saturday due to lines and trees making driving condi­ tions hazardous. Though few homes bore major damage, the land­ scape of Caledonia won’t be the same after trees and limbs have broken from the sheer weight of the ice. Without a major thaw in sight, and with the threat of snow through Monday, sighs of relief were yet to be heard over the weekend. Clean up continues today. several years. Representatives from Educators Preferred Corpo­ ration in Southfield dis­ cussed the program. Several area school districts, Cale­ donia and Wayland, arc us­ ing this system which allows teachers to resign and re­ ceive the equivalent of their salary for the 2002-2(X)3 school year over up to eight years, depending on their age. EPC receives $250 per year for four years for each of the employees who sign up for this one time offering. Counselors will be on hand to meet with staff who qual­ ify. Teachers who are close to retiring will have to de- See TK schools, pg. 2 In This Issue Caledonia DECA ‘10’ heads to international competition Commercial, industrial zoning refunded in Caledonia Twp. Sand mining operation OK’d for Adams Road Spring Sports Previews in this week’s issue �Page 2/The Sun and News, Middleville, Ml/April 8. 2003 TK schools, continued from page 1 are definite trade-offs, but there are benefits to bringing in new staff.” Board member Nancy Goodin said. “It is important to stress that this is an op­ tional plan and it is up to the employees to choose it if they wish.” Board member Don Haney said. “I want people to know that the funds to pay the severance package are secure. They will be available as needed over the life of the program." This program will be of­ fered this year only. Staff will have 45 days to meet with counselors to decide if this is an attractive option. In a policy work session the board updated the policy handbook as it pertains to both teaching and support staff. Most changes are up­ dates and clarifications. The language in both the teacher and support staff section is now the same. Para-professionals throughout the district now will officially be called para-educators. Some of the policies had to be changed to meet the requirements of the “No Child Left Behind” federal education act. A staff ethics provision was added to the policy. The district, after the pol­ icy document is completed, will develop some guide­ lines for background checks of volunteers, including par­ ent volunteers who work in the district. The superintendent an­ nounced that Goodin would receive the “Master Board Member” designation at the Michigan Association of School Boards (MASB) meeting on Tuesday, April 29. The next regular board meeting Monday, April 14, will be held in the Thornap­ ple Kellogg High School auditorium so that the board can recognize the accom­ plishments of the high school Science Olympiad team and the Page and Mid­ dle School Odyssey of the Mind teams. The coaches, judges and volunteers for both these Five year old Miah Dammen donated 10 inches of programs will also receive her hair to the Locks of Love organization recently. the official thanks of the Her hair was cut by Cathy Dornbos of Cathy’s Cut board. The meeting will begin at and Curl. The 10 inch braid will be used to help chil­ 7:30 p.m. dren who have lost their own hair due to disease. cide either on the retirement plan offered by the district or the severance package. Katie Rose, a vice presi­ dent at EPC, told the board, “We anticipate that only about 10 teachers will opt to take this severance pack­ age.” Most of the teachers who are eligible have been with the district for at least 12 years. Both board President David Smith and Konarska discussed maintaining a bal­ ance between experienced teachers and new teachers in the district. Hiring EPC to administer this severance package reduces work load on the administrative staff. If any of the current staff opt for this plan, payments would begin in October. The district could ask an eligible staff member in a difficult to replace position, special education for example, to wait a year to give the dis­ trict more time to find a qualified replacement. The average cost to the district including salary and benefits of a teacher at the top of the pay scale is about $75,400. A replacement teacher, without experience at the enrty level, costs about $43,000. Some of the savings pro­ jected by EPC are from 10 teachers accepting the pack­ age and having the district hire only eight replacements at about one half of the top salary. They project a sav­ ings to the district of 2.1 million dollars over eight years. Their projections have proved accurate in most dis­ tricts. They are usually pretty close to the reality. In the Niles school district EPC projected that 33 teachers would take advantage of this program, 32 actually did. “We don’t want to lose our best and most seasoned employees. But we don’t know what the future holds for us. This program would allow an employee who wants to try something new, to find new possibilities. New teachers often bring energy and excitement to a building,” Konarska said. Smith echoed him, “There Locks of Love from 5 year old movie OUTPOST VIDEO SUPERSTORE Glen Valley Retail Center M-37 891-9303 Op«*n Weekdays 10 am to 11 pm & midnight on Fri. & Sat. “I • VHS/DVD movies & player imovie outpost; ! Rent One Movie or Game and get a second rental FREE with this coupon. Good Sunday thru Thursday Offer good at Caledonia location Free rental of equal or lesser value One coupon per visit please. 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Besides to completing her course work at Ferris State University, Bucher is pre­ paring for the Miss Michi­ gan pageant, which will be held in Muskegon later this spring. She will be perform­ ing a similar fitness routine as her talent, as she choreo­ graphed for the pageant in Middleville last year. Applications for this year’s Miss Barry County Scholarship Pageant are now available. Producer Cheryl Peters has announced that girls 17 to 24 years of age who live or work in Barry County are eligible for the pageant. The competition includes swimwear, evening gown, talent and interview seg­ ments. The pageant is affili­ ated with the Miss America program. The winner of the local pageant goes on to compete in the Miss Michi­ gan Scholarship pageant in 2004. Last year the local pag­ eant awarded more than $2000 in scholarships. The pageant this year will be held July 12 at the Thornap­ ple Kellogg High School Auditorium. Applications and informa­ Here Andrea O. Bucher helps Margery Williams se­ lect “happy faces" for her message board. tion about the pageant are available by calling Peters or Executive Director Kelli Leep at 269-795-5337. The deadline for applications is April 15. The girls registered for the pageant will participate in some scholarship fund­ raisers this spring including the Spring Parade of Homes. Peters said she would like to hear from any local busi­ ness or organization that would like to help sponsor this year’s pageant. Call her at 795-0051. J American Legion Post Caledonia Food Events for April: All events start at 5:30 p.m Public Welcome FISH FRY EVENTS: Friday, April 11th Friday, April 18th (Proceeds go to Cystic Fibrosis) STEAK FRY EVENT Friday, April 25 th 616-891-1882 �The Sun and News. Middleville, Ml/April 8. 2003/Page Construction begins at TK Big construction equipment pushed dirt much to the delight of McFall students. Fencing keeps them away from the action but allows them to watch the big ma­ chines safely. Tickets to big band dance still available The roof element frames some of the construction materials. The entry to the south end of McFall has lost its entry roof. Plans are to have a connecting corridor to the “pod" classrooms. by Patricia Johns Staff Writer Construction began on Monday, March 31, in the Thornapple Kellogg School District. Orange fencing went up and the heavy equipment rolled in as work on the first phase of the project broke ground. The district is doing eve­ rything possible to keep stu­ dents from the construction zones. According to Tom Mathison, commencing the work now means that stu­ dents will be able to start school in the new class­ rooms at the high school, Saturday, April 12th • 5-7 p.m. at Bowne Center United Methodist Fellowship Hall Alto Children 5-12 $3.00 fW Page and McFall in August. Some students at Lee will have to go to McFall and Page to start the year since the work at that building is so extensive. At McFall the construc­ tion area is designed to let students follow the progress of building a new kindergar­ ten “pod” of four classrooms and a shared space. The district construction team has already begun to work on the designs for phase two, which includes the new “varsity” gym, and classrooms at the high school, new exploratory rooms at the middle school and various other site im­ provements. Members of the team con­ tinue to research the artifi­ cial turf option traveling to Georgia and New York State (at no cost to the dis­ trict.) Work on the athletic fields, including turf should begin this summer. AA, AL-ANON MEETING TIMES AV EDA, the art and science of pure flower and plant essences' ®)NTEMPO c2SlON 616-891-1093 9551 Cherry Valley, Caledonia Village Centre Caledonia - I OOth and M37. AA meets Tuesdays 6:30 aun.; and Saturdays 10 a.m. Open Discussion Meeting. (Al-Anon meets Tuesday and Thursday at noon.) 9964 Cherry Valley #3, Caledo­ nia. Contact Jem R. at 4379452. Monday. Wednesday, Friday, noon, 9669 Kraft Ave., Holy Family Church. AA open meetings. Tuesday and Thursday 5:30. (TFN) The Friends of the Cale­ donia Library are planning their second evening of dancing and listening to the big band sounds of the Tom Zalaoras orchestra Saturday, April 12. Raffaela’s by Paganos will be jumping and jiving to the jazzy sounds of this well known local big band orchestra, beginning at 7 p.m. Tickets are $20 for a cou­ ple and $15 for one person. Tickets are available at the Caledonia Library. Raffaela’s by Paganos is located at 8256 Broadmoor Avenue (M-37) just north of 84th Street. For more information, call the library at 616-6473830. MILLER MEANS... 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Call Kay or Craig.................................................. $34,900 7. MIDDLEVILLE ACREAGE with winding creek! 11-1/2 acres with breathtaking view! Walkout hilltop setting, blacktop road, land contract terms available Call Karen $64,900 FOR MORE MIDDLEVILLE, GUN LAKE AND CALEDONIA AREA PROPERTIES, PLEASE SEE OUR ADS ON PAGE 2 OF THE REMINDER, IN THE GRAND RAPIDS PRESS, THE HOMES DIGEST AND THE PENASEE GLOBE. �Page 4/The Sun and News, Middleville, Ml/April 8, 2003 War support group to hear from military A local support group for local families and friends of troops serving in Iraq has re­ ceived a solid initial re­ sponse in Middleville, ac­ cording to organizers. “I was amazed at how many people attended our first meeting on April 1,” Deb Shaffer says. "More than 30 people attended and learned a lot fromthe Red Cross and .Middleville Post­ master Vic Haas.” The group will be called the "Middleville Support Group.” Weekly meetings will be held each Tuesday, as long as the cunent con­ flict lasts, at the VFW Post No. 123 in Middleville, with all meetings beginning at 7 p.m. The meeting Tuesday, April 8. will include repre­ sentatives from the military . Shaffer says, “This meet­ ing will be a little more in­ formal and allow people to meet each other and share their experiences.” “Family and friends of those serving cither overseas or stateside are welcome, veterans, too.” Shaffer says. “We hope to bring in other speakers on topics im­ portant to those of us who are waiting for news of our loved ones.” Shaffer says. 0cunU < LOCAL CHURCH DIRECTORY ALASKA BAPTIST CHURCH A Living Church - Serving a Living Lord Morning Worship...................... 9:30 a.m. Fellowship Time........................ 10:35 a.m. Sunday School ........................... 10:50 a m. Evening Praise........................... 6:00 p.m. WEDNESDAY . . Family Night 6 30 p.m 7240 68th Street, SE - Caledonia 2 miles' east of M-37 Pastor, Dr. Brian F Harrison Youth Pastor Kevin Stiles COMMUNITY CHURCH a place to belong, a place to become (Contemporary, Casual, Non-denominational) Sunday Morning Worship.............. 9: JO & 11:00 a m. Youth Ministry 891-0576 . Now meeting in our new building at 817$ Broadmoor! J?ev. Michael Stowell. Lead Pastor Joe Cipcic, Worship Leader Denny Bouma, Youth Pastor Church Office 616-891-0287 Visit our web site www.brightside.org______ CALEDONIA CHRISTIAN REFORMED CHURCH FIRST BAPTIST CHURCH OF MIDDLEVILLE M-37, north of Middleville • 795-9726 Bruce N Stewart. Senior Pastor Tim A. Vine. Asst. Pastor^Youth Douglas G. Beason. Visitation Pastor Gary Weaver, Music .Minister Pastor David Stewart, CE - Children's Pastor Sunday School............................................................... 945a.m. Sunday Morning Worship Service . . 1100 a.m. Sunday Evening Service........................................... 600p.m. Wednesday Mid Week Prayer 6 45 p.m. Word of Life Clubs............... 6:45 p.m. MIDDLEVILLE CHRISTIAN REFORMED 708 W. Main Street Morning Worship Service 10.00 a.m. Sunday School ................... 11:15 a.m. Evening Worship Service 6:00 p m. YOU ARE INVITED Rev. Tom DeVries, Pastor - 795-9901 Middleville Good Shepherd Wesleyan Church Lutheran Church GRACE UNITED REFORMED CHURCH ew Life RISTIAN CHURCH 10 AM Sunday Morning Services at 9:30 a m. and 6 p.m. 3449 - 76th St. S.E., Caledonia 698-9660 9255 84th Street, Alto, Ml 49302 A Church for today’s world Spirit-filled family Church. One mile east of Whitneyville Rd. Sunday School for ages 3 yr. thru 6th grade: Sr. High, Sun. 630 pm Jr. High, Sun. 630 pm Rev P Adams Phone 891-8440 GUN LAKE COMMUNITY CHURCH & PRESCHOOL 12200 West M 179 Highway (Chief Noonday Road) Wayland. Ml 49348 Kraft Avenue at Johnson Street Meeting you, your friends, and your family right where you 're at. Rev. Dave LeBlanc, Pastor Phone 891-9259 Saturday Evening Mass ... .5:00 p.m. Sunday Mass . .9:00 a.m. & 11:00 a.m. Wednesday 6:00 P.M. Evening Prayer phone 795-2370 o< 948-9327 Vicar - Rev. David T. Hustwick + St Paul Lutheran Church Missouri S^nod Comer of 84th St and Kraft in Caledonia 1 mile west of M-37 Traditional Service.................. 8:30 AM Acoustic Praise &■ Worship Service 1100 AM Sunday School 8r Adult Bible Study 9:4S AM Mid-Week at the Oasis - Wed. 6:30 PM Informal mid-week acoustic Praise and Worship service All Services have a Nursery available • Barner Free Pastor Robert Gerke • Pastor David Ztehr Office Phone 891-86S8 Newt Check out our new web site SS. CYRIL and METHODIUS CHURCH 1664 N. M-37 Highway Proclaiming the Whole Counsel of Cod CALEDONIA HOLY FAMILY CATHOLIC CHURCH GUN LAKE COMMUNITY CKauno-a Sunday Worship: 9:00 am. or 1030 a.m. Wednesday Worship 6:30 p.m. e ®Ije ©lit ®tm£ iHletljobigt <P«rcIj 5590 Whitneyville Ave.. S.E. Alto. Ml 49302 Sunday School.,.10:00 am. Morning Worship... 11:00 a.m. Evening Worship...6:00 p.m. Wednesday Prayer Meeting...7:00 p.m. Rev. Royle Bailard, Pastor Phone 868-6437 269-795-7903 www.gunlakecommunitychurch.org "Z CALEDONIA fj UNITED METHODIST THORNAPPLE BIBLE CHURCH Preaching the Living Word Serving The Risen Lord Sunday School .........................9:30 a.m. Sunday Morning Worship . .10:30 a.m. (Jr. Church <& Nursery available.) Currently meeting at: Emmons Lake Elementary 8950 Kraft SE, Caledonia Rev. Dennis Ross Church: (616) 868-7425 UNITED METHODIST CHURCHES Middleville - Parmelee Parmelee Morning Worship Rev Norman Kohns • (616) 891-8167 Church Office 616-891-8669 . Fax 891-8M8 w u w.caledoniaumc org Community of C^ri$t ALASKA CONGREGATION 8146 68th St near WNtneyvdte Ave Church School. Sunday 9:45 am Praise Singing 10.50 am. Morning Worship . 11 00 am Wed Fellowship 7:30 p.m Pastor E G Frizzed Church Ph. 616-868-6810 • Pastor s Ph. 616-897-6740 11:00 a.m. 9 45 am. 1100 a.m. 5006:15 p.m. 6:30800 pm. 6007:30 p m Rev Lee Zachman Church Office Prone - 795-9266 COMMUNITY Worship Sen ice. 8:30 a.m. and 11 00a.m Sunday School 9:45 a. m Coffee Fellowship ..................................... 1630 a.m. (Nursery availaNe throughout) 9:30 a.m. Middlevie Morning Worship Sunday School (AdUts) Nursery - Grode 5...................... Grades 6-8 Sunday Evenrgs Grades 9-12 Sunday Everungs Grades 6-12 Wednesday Evenrgs WAYFAREK. 250 V inv >tr<t t ' Nundav, April 13lh - Palm Sunday “A Case of Misunderstanding” I'iclxcl As of now, the 9:30 Mass of SS. Cyril & Middleville, MI 49333 • 945-1555 908 W Main Street Methodius will take place at St Therese Located near the corner of M-37 and McCann (Missouri Synod) Church in Wayland while the final Service Times: Worship................................................. 9:30a.m.Sunday School................................................... 9:45a.m.phase of the building of the church Sunday School...........................11:00 a.m. Morning Worship.................................... 11:00 a.m. takes place. Mass at SS. Cyril & Method­ Adult Bible Class...................... 11:00 a.m. Evening Worship.............................................. 6:00p.m.ius will resume again July 13,2003, when Youth Group:............................. 6:00 p.m. Sunday Rev. E. Anthony Sikora the dedication takes place. We apolo­ Midweek 7:00 p.m. Wed. Church: (616) 795-2391 gize for the inconvenience. 9:30 a.m. Thurs. Sunday Worship ................................ 9:30 a.m. and 6:00 p.m. (Child & Adult) (During the School Year) Church Office: (616)891-1512 M-37 at 100th St. S under Service Times 9:15 A.M. Morning Prayer (Holy Communion 2nd Sunday) 11:00 A.M. Holy Communion www.StPaulCaledonia.org "A Church with a caring heart for our conununity and the world" Rev. R. Scott Greenway, Pastor Keith Stulp, Youth Director Al Tiemeyer, Community Calling 2415 McCann Rd. (In Irving) Lakeside CHURCH CHRISTIAN REFORMED Sunday Worship: 8:30 a.m. Traditional 11 a.m. Contemporary 6 p.m. Praise/Bible Study Contemporary Worship 930 a m. Sunday School for All Ages 10:45 a.m. Evening Worship 6:00 p m. Pastor Roger Buhman • Church Office: 868-0391 v* w w iakesidecomm unity org Rev. Dr. Jack Doorlag. Interim Minister Finding the Way Together! An informal, contemporary church committed to our community. Sunday Worship is at 10:00am in Caledonia Middle School s cafeteria. Everyone is welcome! Nursery & children’s activities during al! services. For more information: (616) 891 -8119 or www;p^^htfKhi£S Pastor: Rev. Josh Blunt Contact our Dutton office at (616) 65-65-WAY Check our web site: www.wavfarercc.org M-37 between Middleville &. Caledonia Community Church A Place for Family & Friends 6201 Whitnevs ilk Av enue. Allo Leighton Church Located in Lcightun Township Corner of 2nd Street and 112nd Xvenue Sunday Morning Vorstap AJO in Tradhunai 11-00 iffi Cunsemporary Redeemer Covenant Church —Lighting Up Lives for God— Sunday Worship 9:30 am Christian Education Hour 11:00 am Sunday School for Al Ages 1000 in Wednesday Sunday Evenng Senicr 5.00 p m Family Night 5:45-8:00 pm FTFnendsPrcSdirxi-SditSepLApni 6J0pjn Aduh Biie Study - Vednesdav 630 p m UY TOCXSEKD tanr • XOtMaX KN0ML Wx* Fasor (.6101 891-8028 • e-mail letght-xnBixrrv net J Pastor Paul M. Hillman Youth Pastor David Erikson 6951 Hanna Lake Avenue. Caledonia 616698-8001 redetmei^hservjiet wwwraietmercovenant.or^ A mtmixr uf tht Ernngthcd Qmwnmt OmcIks efAimnct Whitneyville Bible church 8546 WhtneyvUle Ave at 84th St • 891-8661 “The Church where everybody is somebody... ...and Jesus is Lord" Meeting at Caledonia High School Sunday School 930 am Sunday Momrg Worsrc 10.30 a m. Meetrg at chapel on Whrtneyvie Ave Scrday Evenrg Worsho ........................ ’.6:00 p.m. Wea ‘Aa^ee* Prayer & &>e Study 7 00 p.m. Oev ^omas SUys • Sev <an Bostkx Assoc Pastor AeosFe w^meyviecfcieorg �The Sun and News, Middleville, Ml/April 8, 2003/Page 5 Student art show brings together work from schools across county tor Coleen Downey, 15 schools from across the county were contacted. Art teachers made the selection of art from students in kin­ dergarten through high school. "It is amazing to see how colorful and creative some of these works are," she said."This is a fun show." The gallery is open on Mondays from 5 to 7 p.m., Tuesdays 10 am to 7 p.m., Wednesdays 10 a.m. 5 p.m., Thursdays from 10 a.m. to 7 p.m. and Fridays from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. by Patricia Johns Staff Writer Senior Sue Entemann has been seeing her black and white drawing just about everywhere. This Lakewood High School artist's picture was selected to be the art on the postcard the Thornapple Arts Council is using to pro­ mote this year's Student Art Show. The show will be on dis­ play at the TAC gallery at 117 W. State St. in Hastings from April 1 through April 30. According to TAC Di rec - For more information about the Student Art Show or other TAC programs, call 945-2002. This elegant black and white drawing by Lake­ wood High School senior Sue Entemann was se­ lected as the postcard for this year's Student Art Show at the Thornapple Arts Council this month. Community churches Thirteen area students provide prayer time earn degrees at GVSU As the conflict in Iraq continues, the community is invited to find solace at area churches. Each Sunday prayers are offered in churches through­ out the community. This week some additional serv­ ices arc planned. The First Baptist Church of Middleville will hold a patriotic prayer service on Wednesday, April 9, at 7 p.m. There will be patriotic music and prayers for the president, country and serv­ ice men and women. The Middleville Christian Reformed Church will be open again this Thursday evening, from 6:30 to 9 p.m. so that those seeking solace in prayer have a quiet place to pray. Thirteen area students earned degrees in December at Grand Valley State Uni­ versity. The students and their de­ grees, group according to their hometowns, are as fol­ lows: • Alto — Jennifer R. DeVormer, bachelor of arts; Ghulam M. Malik, master of public administration; Call 945-9554 anytime to Info sought place your Sun & News on Easter ACTION-Ad & reach over services Area churches that have 11,000 area homes! special Holy Week and BANKRUPTCY ► WAGE GARNISHMENTS k HARASSING CREDITOR PHONE CALLS ► LAWSUITS ► FORECLOSURES ► COLLECTIONS We Can Help! W 269-945-6320 V "7 _ F 2* 877-213-DEBT (3328) KUZAVA & KlZAVA, pic . ...... Easter services planned should send them into the Sun and News in care of Pa­ tricia Johns. The announcements should include the name and address of the church, time and date of services, special locations if necessary, a tele­ phone number and brief de­ tails. E-mail information to Pa­ tricia Johns at jadnews@voyager.net. In­ formation can be faxed to 945-5192, attention Patricia Johns. Information can also be mailed to J-Ad Graphics, attn. Patricia Johns, 1351 M43 Highway, Hastings 49058. This calendar of Good Friday and Easter services will be printed as space al­ lows. There is no charge for this calendar of events. In­ formation must be received by 10 a.m. Friday. April 11. ZHAVE WE GOT A HOLY WEEK FOR YOU Sunday, April 13, at 7 p.m. and Thursday, April 17, at 7 p.m. —A dramatization of Leonardo da Vinci’s The Last Supper will be presented Friday, April 18, at 7 p.m.—A service featuring the 14 Stations of the Cross Sunday (Easter), April 20—Sunrise Service at Peace, at 7:30 a.m., followed by breakfast at 10:30. An Easter Service will be held at Caledonia High School Auditorium. Our Musum: To lead people tnto a In-mg rrLttuwulup utth Jesus Christ and help them become fully deivted followers of Han. Peace Reformed Church (616) 891-8119 CHURCH Cherry Valley Rd/The Rev. Dr. Jack Doorlag__________ Donna Meekhof, bachelor of arts: Jennifer L. Zoeteman, master of science in nursing. • Caledonia — Michelle M. Clark, bachelor of sci­ ence; Christopher J. Harms, bachelor of arts; Charles L. Schaner, master of educa­ tion; Attila Simo, master of business administration; Amy L. Smit, bachelor of science: Roger A. Steven­ son, master of business ad­ ministration; Colter S. Watt, bachelor of science; Tara L. Winchester, bachelor of sci­ ence. • Middleville — Barbara J. Maring, master of educa­ tion. Holy Week Schedule ofEvents Maundy Thursday Dinner Thursday, April 17th - 6:30 p.m. A freewill offering will be collected to support missions. Easter Sunday, April 20th Easter Sunrise Service - 6:30 a.m. followed by Pancake Breakfast Easter Musical “Crucified with Christ” presented at 8:30-11:00 a.m. Worship Services LEIGHTON CHURCH 4180 - 2s” Street • Caledonia, Ml 49316 Would like to announce a Public Auction Saturday, May 10th We are asking for new or used items or services to auction off All proceeds go to Peace Church Addition Project All items or services donated are tax deductible �Page 6/The Sun and News, Middleville, Ml/April 8, 2003 Start spring cleaning with recipe box and Taste ol Home Cooking School Out with the old and in with the new. Dust-off that recipe box and sort through those old recipes you never use. Then take a break from your spring-cleaning and make plans to attend the Taste of Home Cooking School to be held Thursday, May 1 at the Barry County Expo Center. Those who attend will be given information to rejuve­ nate mealtimes with spring­ time recipe delights that are sure to become family fa­ vorites, according to organ­ izers. "Something as simple as cleaning out the recipe box can make future meals eas­ ier to plan and prepare. Re­ placing time-consuming recipes with our easy-to pre­ pare recipes will save you time and tempt your family's taste buds with new. excit­ ing flavors," explains Sandy Bloom, executive director of the Taste of Home Cooking School. "The time you save preparing the meal can be better spent entertaining family and friends.” Michelle Roberts from the cooking school staff will stir up 11 delicious recipes dur­ ing the two-hour presenta­ Gun Lake women to hear of Kazakhstan The International Affairs Department of the General Federation of Women’s Clubs (GFWC)-Gun Lake Area is sponsoring a special program on Kazakhstan for the meeting at 9:30 a.m. Wednesday, April 9, at Bay Pointe Restaurant. Myrtle Evans, a retired nurse from Battle Creek, spent one year and seven months administering to the people of Kazakhstan. After hearing a newscast in 1979 that spoke of the starvation and cold that the people of the former Soviet Union would have to deal with, Mrs. Evans felt compelled to do what she could. She found her venue through the Nursing Ministry and after oil paintings • learning some rudimentary Russian through a computer disk and from audio tapes provided by the ministry and with the help of a translator, she was ready to go. Her program is intended to give an informative pro­ file of the country, its people and life there. She will show pictures and display many artifacts. Veronika Golu­ beva, a Kazakhstan native who is attending school here, may be able to attend the presentation as well. Questions will follow the presentation. For more information re­ garding the program or meeting, call Judy Smith, vice president at (269) 6729016 or Fran Leonard, presi- wood working 8 dent, at (269) 795-8731 s. The women of GFWCGun Lake Area have many matters to cover during the business meeting, including: • A silent auction, which will be held at this meeting with benefits going to “Op­ eration Smile,” also spon­ sored by the International Affairs Department. This year’s theme is “Easter/Springtime.” Call Linda Rough, department chair, at 6792-2380. • The Home Life Depart­ ment Easter basket project items should be brought to this meeting and volunteers to help sort, pack and de­ liver these items also are needed. Delivery date is April 15, at 10 a.m. Call Clare Tripp at 672-7474. • Scholarship fund-raiser tickets (donation of $20 each) are available and be­ cause of limited seating it is suggested that members pur- Q) 3 <$arry (Expo Center sn a Cgarry County fairgrounds M-37, Hastings Saturday, Aprit 12 9 am-3pm Free Atfmmtm, Free Pnriint| 5. 8 • Luncfi Avai(ab(e • Many New Crafter$J$S^|._____________________________8 I • sprawowifo w9pYt)6 3 Mottrj • s^snoj pnq • TK Secondary Lunch Menu Wednesday, April 9 Spring Break. Thursday, April 10 Spring Break. Friday, April 11 Spring Break. Monday, April 14 Chicken nuggets w/savory rice or cheesey burrito, car­ rots, pineapple, milk. Tuesday, April 15 Spaghetti w/meat balls, w/breadstick or chicken sandwich on bun, tossed salad, applesauce, milk. Great Place. Great Deal. Zero Down and Zero Payments* You make the choice - Zero down. Zero payments. Zero closing costs. Any combination up to $5000. Availability is limited and this otter ends May 31, 2003 so call today! ■ Apartment-style condominiums with private garage, clubhouse and pool. ■ Two-bedroom homes with enclosed balcony or ground les-el patio options tion. while sharing humor­ ous anecdotes, food prepara­ tion tips and garnishing ideas that will dress up any springtime meal. Attendees will receive a free Taste of Home Cooking School Recipe Collection with the featured recipes, so they can follow along and take notes as Michelle pre­ pares her garden party of spring flavors. The Recipe Collection has more than 150 recipes in addition to the 11 highlighted dishes. Guests will also be handed a gift bag full of product sam­ ples, valuable coupons and informative brochures. "If you have never at­ tended a Taste of Home Cooking School make plans now to join the festivities," encourages Jennie Yonker of J-Ad Graphics. “Your chase theirs now. A mailing to patrons of the Village Players of Middleville will go out later in April. Contact Jean Medendorp at 7952523 for information. • Remember to recycle those greeting cards through Medendorp for the Commis­ sion on Aging: Nursing home bingo prize items; re­ funding through Spartan la­ bels, grocery receipts, etc. • The State Convention deadline is April 9 as well. Money for that event should be paid by then to Treasurer Corrine Andrews. Also, the state fund-raiser, “Gently Edna Steeby will celebrate Used Jewejry” can be her 90th birthday on April brought to Fran Leonard for 15, 2003. delivery to state chair of this If you would like to send project, Janet Kohn. The her a card of well wishes, state convention is April 24- please send them to: 500 27 at Escanaba. Call Leon­ Lincoln, Apt. #207, Middle­ ard for more information at ville, MI 49333. 795-8731. name might be drawn for one of the many fantastic door prizes we have col­ lected. Local businesses have donated a variety of merchandise. National spon­ sors who work in associa­ tion with the cooking school have contributed special gifts, as well. Why. you might even win one of the featured recipes. All eleven dishes will be given away. I'm sure everyone who at­ tends will have a great time." Tickets are still available at the Felpausch Food Cen­ ter in Hastings for $12 and $10 each. The doors will open for the event at 4 p.m. for the trade show of shop­ ping. Look for further list­ ings of the vendors that will be attending. The program will begin at 7 p.m. Edna Steeby to mark 90 years Patterson-Stotts exchange vows The marriage of Anneliese Lorain Patterson to PFC Cory Lee Stotts in Ashland City, Tenn, was solemnized in a beautiful ceremony per­ formed by Rev. Mark Mann on Feb. 28, 2003. Anneliese is the daughter of Russ and Gaye Patterson of Middleville, Mich. The groom is the son of Stan Stotts and Shelly Sheets of Brewster, Wash­ ington and is a member of the 101st Airborne Division of the U.S. Army. Lacey Patterson, Lauren and Graycen Bailey, sister and nieces of the bride were her attendants. Specialist Kenneth But­ cher served as best man and R.J. Bailey was the grooms­ man. A belated celebration will take place when the groom returns from deployment in the Middle East. JB HARRISON INSURANCE AGENCY COMPETITIVE HOME RATES ■ Open plan layouts w ith up to 1,162 sq. ft. ■ Cathedral ceilings in thud-floor living rooms ,Sia« ■ All Maytag kitchen appliances & optional fireplaces in some condos 616-942-4910 www. awartpropertles. com Open Daily * No other dneounb or programs wdl be honored m conjunction wrth rhs program hhnt it* approed lender Promotion end without notice Hasnngs. Mjdupn TO wwwJusungjmuoalcom Daniel Urich Mon 12-6 Wed. Fn, Sat 12-5 or by appointment. Mt* to Cherry Valley to JaseroiMe DM Hastings Mutual Insurance Company AWARD^ROPERTIES 6090 Alden Nash, Alto Judy Harrison 868-0050 �The Sun and News. Middleville. Ml/April 8, 2003/Page 7 TKMS Students of the Month March was an exciting month at the Thornapple Kellogg Middle School. Sixth graders chosen as students of the month in the front row from left are Louisa Barfield, Elizabeth Chappelow, Mike Clouse, Alyson Cooper, Shanelle Cridler and Jacqueline Hodges. In the center are Heather Hull, Neal Humbarger, Kimberly Junglas and Taylor Martenies. In the back row are Olivia Nieder, Jenna Piets, Jenna Teunessen, Colin Texter, Ryan VanSiden and Nathan Zoet. Seventh graders are in the front row James Andrew Beushel, Danielle Boik, Joshua Foote, Dyer Goosen, William Leski and Nathan Marklevitz. In the center are Angelina Mazzucco, Shawn Miller, Kaela Oostveen and Aaron Patton. In the back row are Kristen Schmidt, Kylie Schultz, Travis Shoemaker, Samantha Stowe, Jonathon Teesdale, Kimberly Williamson and Lindsey Wilson. Family Dentistry of Caledonia Ask us about our new office Dr Gary Scott, D.D.S. 9958 Cherry Valley Ave. SE Caledonia (616) 891-0004 Fax (616) 891-5170 Now Accepting New Patients! J uwitatwnj? Stop by and checkout the large selection at Printing Plus 1351N. M-43 Hwy, Hastings tithe grey tern Eighth graders chosen as students of the month for March are in the front row Amy Ball, Kevin Blanker, Tucker Colburn, Brett Dulyea and Allyson Foster In the middle are Laura Frey, Whitney Harper, Rachel Harris and Rigzee Hooper Stand­ ing in the back row are Jacob Lenartz, Ashleigh Lund, Katlyn Patterson, Andrew Sager, Eric Scott, Amber VanderMeer and Marissa Wierenga. Lisa DeWitt was ab­ sent when this picture was taken. Administration, building, library remain open at TK during spring break The Thornapple Kellogg School and Community Li­ brary is open during spring break. The library is open today, Tuesday, April 8, and Thursday, April 10 from 9 a.m. to 8 p.m. It is open Wednesday, April 9, and Friday, April 11, from 9 a.m. until 4 p.m. Installation of the new LakeNet system is complete and patrons should be able to renew materials, place holds and pay fines. For more information about library services, call 795-5434. The administration office is open from 8:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. for the rest of this week. Individual school of­ fices are closed. Call the ad­ ministration building at 7953313 for school information. File Your Taxes Yet??? We Can Help!! C & K Business Services. LLC CPA Give us a call. 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For information on newly construct­ ed homes and vacant hMs currently available call: Kathi Benton 2*2-39*5 Paul Davis 291-904* Robin Dawson 29 V4O79 Dave Kromm 915-47*3 Linda James 813-4909 Laura Martin 891-7*19 Tom Garbuw 848-4MM5 Barbara Gettv 2*9-838-255® Cathy HiMiamson 293-7391 Karon Sander Zand 5*0-3772 Julie De La Gandara 2*9-**4 44l5 Rich Me < on non 292-4*93 Jos Smith 893-5555 Dave Pratt 813-4334 Don Hoogerhi de 8*2-5424 KENTWOOD CONDO THIS 2 STORY condo has a kx to offer Seller just installed new neutral carpet and vinyl 3 bedrooms. 2-1/2 baths. 4 season room, deck Rec room tn basement has walkout to patio Pets <* Immediate possesston1 $146,900 (BR12KBENT) Kathy Benton 242-3945 �Page 8/The Sun and News, Middleville, Ml/April 8, 2003 Middleville Clovers help others and 4-H Garden The Middleville Clovers 4-H club are busy getting ready for this year's Barry County Fair in July, but they are not too busy now to help others. Their food drive benefited food pantries in Hastings and Middleville. Leader Wanda Vandefifer many contributed to the “truck load” of non-perishable food items collected on March 22. The garden division of the club is preparing for a fund­ raiser they will be doing during SpringFest on May Itease E Donrilc to (he I ood BanK ! Donate “I Katie McCarty (center) is surrounded by Erin, Jamie and Joey McCarty and Erin Jazwinski during the food drive. Next Mothers & More session is on patience Nate, Molly and Ben Jazwinski kept warm during the Middleville Clovers Food Drive. The Studio vows Mil &t(W0WI Satori. Itic. Lite Colour &. 3n*ri> gkAkl&yifUA. AB Young gardeners get help from leader Michelle John­ son as they paint the planting sticks. Creeks! e Just West Off M-37 * 10197 Garbow Rd. • Middleville Vour Hometown Full Service Garden and Floral Shop Floral Shop Offers Fresh Cut Flowers and Roses Prom and Weddings Opening - Friday, April 11th 17. The club is painting planting sticks which mark the spaces and depths for planting seeds and young plants in the garden. They are also creating gourd birdhouses. Both items will be sold during SpringFest in the Farmer’s Market parking lot next to Tyden Park. Money the group raises will go to help pay for their portion of the under ground watering sys­ tem being installed at the Master Gardener Demon­ stration and 4-H Children’s gardens at the fairgrounds. The young gardeners are looking forward to not hav­ ing to spend so much time watering their gardens this year. The plants should be healthier and leave more time for weeding. Mothers and More will be discussing the demands on mothers and how to keep pa­ tience during stressful times. Patience and Stress will be the focus of the Mothers and More support group meeting at 7 p.m. Monday April 14, (420 Misty Ridge Drive-lower level) Mid­ dleville. “When 81% of women become mothers, all of us can relate to the high level of stress that parenting and children can bring to our daily lives," according to a spokeswoman for the sup­ port group. "That, in addi­ tion to the concerns of war, give us reason to meet and share our stress.” Mothers and More is a na­ tional not-for-profit support group that aims to bring women together for the common cause of making all the work mothers do — whether paid or unpaid — count in society both so- . daily and economically. The local chapter meets typically on the second and fourth Mondays of each month, and offers play groups, outings, newsletters, email networking, and friendship. Visitors arc in­ vited to attend several meet­ ings before deciding to join. 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The teachers at Page who participated in “Pic in the Face” day were still finding little bits of white foam where they least expected it. The 43 students who quali­ fied for the “pic in your face event” read more than 1.000 minutes. The group included MIDDLEVILLE, Ml Dan Genther, Licensed & Insured Electrician several who read more than 2,000 minutes. Getting pie in their faces were Difk Vandiver, Curt Wissink. Mike Rynearson, Mike Hodges, Mandy Prangcr. Tia Cross, Principal Brad Warren and librarian Diane Knight. At Lee students raised $100 for Paws with a Cause. For each minute they read they donated a penny and many students there also will be going to Whitecaps games as a result. Principal Bill Rich at McFall spent two days in jail and was could only sit in his cage and read. 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Principal Bill Rich spent April 1 and 2 in “jail." and other characters who go to jail for their bad behavior. At the middle school the reading group is already working on their next books, with each reading a different Heartland novel. Students there also won book bags in a month long drawing. FREE MARKET ANALYSIS 891-2222 B Lessons from the Bear Market You might think there’s nothing positive in a stock market that has slumped for a long time. After all, the value of your holdings is down, and you're having a hard time seeing where to invest. And y et, even a long bear market can teach investors some valuable lessons - if you know where to find them. Here are a few to consid­ er: • Stay in the market When prices keep falling, many people try to "trade their way to success" - or they get out of the market altogether. But constant stock trading is expensive and usually ineffective. 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A bear market provides a good opportunity to gauge See Focus, page 10 Felpausch Food Centers and J-Ad Graphics are proud to present the 2003 r Door ' Prizes! f Taste of home CookingSchool Thursday, May 1, 2003 Doors open at 4:00 p.m. for Tradeshow Shopping Show Starts at 7:00 p.m. Located at the Barry County Expo Center — 1350 N. M-37, Hastings — Tickets available at the Felpausch Hastings location Tickets are $12.00 and $10.00 * Food Sampling * Pre-Show Shopping Many vendors will have merchandise available to purchase that evening. Look for additional information and a list of vendors in upcoming papers. For more information regarding booth space, please contact Jennie Yonker at 269-945-9554 ext 242 or ticket information call Janine Dalman at 269-948-3472 www.tasteofhomeschools.com I I I I I I I I I I I I I I I I I I �, Page 10/The Sun and News, Middleville, Ml/April 8, 2003 Ice storm, continued from page 1 Though many businesses and churches were closed around Caledonia Satur­ day and Sunday due to damage from the ice storm, most were up and running by Sunday morning. Damage to large tree at entrance to Holy Family Catholic Church. There’ll be no more playing on this particular playset, thanks to the ice storm last Thursday. Most homes were spared major damage, but many tree limbs (and sometimes whole trees) were scattered Ice clung to trees and power lines throughout the everywhere over the weekend in Caledonia and sur­ weekend due to record low temperatures. rounding areas. 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During the state conference, CHS marketing teacher and DECA coach Tom Miller (who also will be attending the Interna­ tional Conference with the students) was elected to the president-elect position for 2003-04 and as president for 2004-05 for the Michigan Marketing Educators Asso­ ciation. Other students who per­ formed well at the state con­ ference, but did not qualify for internationals were Matt Cook. Duane Stephenson and Nate Stauffer. Ail three received state finalist status at the state conference. ----- Come Home------ to Diverland Pidgc Caledonia High School DECA students heading to the International Conference at the end of this month include Stacey Babcock, Blake Wolf, Aaron Kleersnyder, Kellie Stepp, Jill Russell, Kim Pike, Amanda Beaumont, along with DECA coach Tom Miller. Qualifiers Elizabeth Stanley, Chris West and Abe Mulvihill were not available for this photo. by Cathy Rueter Staff Writer Ten students are going to the DECA International Conference because their outstanding performances earlier this year in the state competition. The International Confer­ ence competition will be held at the end of this month in Orlando, Fla. 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We would like this activity to be fun for students and their families.” Money raised by the PTO funds field trips and pro­ grams for students. Checks can be made out to the TK MS PTO and left at the school office during the week of April 14-18. Students who bring in pledges w ill be invited to at­ tend an assembly Friday. April 18, when prizes will be awarded. The PTO is holding it monthly Krispy Kreme sale during lunch Friday. April 18. Doughnuts are not sold while the lunch lines are still open. Doughnuts are 50 cents each and profits go to­ ward next year’s school ac­ tivities. Focus, continued from page 9 There were a few funny walks displayed. Teachers walked while others rolled. East Town Homes Middleville's Newest Townhouse Community Why rent when you can OWN? 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You need look back no further than the bursting of the technology "bubble" to find an example of stock prices that could not be sustained due to low - or non-existent - profits. The upside of a bear mar­ ket is that some high-quality stocks are attractively priced, because a bear mar­ ket tends to drag everything down. Eventually, good stocks are likely to bounce back - but the best time to buy them is now. Ultimately, a bear market can be quite educational. You'll become acquainted or reacquainted - with the importance of finding attrac­ tively priced companies that offer solid business plans, competitive products and Christopher J. Hier, D.D.S. 616-891-1240 General Dentistry for Children & Adults Whole families walked and wore really interesting hats. Here, middle school student Ryan Hodges was joined by his mother, Melissa, and brother, Derek, all in hats. far-sighted management. You'll gain a greater appreci­ ation of just how much risk you can handle - and how much discipline you can impose upon yourself. These are all important insights and they'll serve you well today and long into the future. Middleville youth football sign-ups The Middleville Youth Football League will hold sign-ups for the fall 2003 season on Saturday April 19 from 9:00-11:00 am in the Middle School gym foyer. Cost to participate will be $40.00 and includes equip­ ment. Checks can be made payable to Middleville Youth Football. League President Bob VanSpronsen indicated that Middleville Youth Football will participate in the O-K Blue Conference for youth football as well as compete against Wayland, Hastings, and Caledonia. This will al­ low two seventh grade and two eighth grade teams to participate. Practice is slated to start when school starts in August with three weeks of presea­ son practice and six weeks of games. Athletes will prac­ tice on Monday, Tuesday, and Friday with games on Wednesday. The philosophy of Mid­ dleville Youth Football is simply to ensure the maxi­ mum amount of participa­ tion in a structured, highly educational environment. Winning and losing be- comes secondary to the ac­ quisition of instructional techniques and experience gained through participation. In addition, those inter­ ested in coaching can fill out an interest form during the registration process. Anyone with questions can contact Tim Penfield, Varsity Foot­ ball Coach at 795-5400 ext 4457. Have you made your Contribution? Don’t miss out on one of two great ways to save for retirement: • Contributions to tradi­ tional IRAs grow taxdeferred and may be tax-deductible. • Roth IRAs offer the potential for tax-free income. You can’t afford to wail! 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All addresses are those of military person­ nel — family and friends — of Caledonia citizens. 24 EXPOSURE SINGLE SET INCLUDES INDEX PRINT NOW ONLY 1-Hour Processing Additional APS Processing 25 EXPOSURE SINGLE SET INCLUDES INDEX PRINT Caledonia Middle School students helped Emmons Lake third- and fourth-graders donate and pack up care boxes for the U.S. military. Double Prints 35mm or APS The newest, largest, jazziest addition to the “Fun Ship.” fleet: CARNIVAL CONQUEST,. Stnke up the band! Because New Orleans s ntroducng a whole new ciass of "Fun Ship" to the Western Caribbean. La-ger than any ship ri the Carmval fleet this fantastic new floating resort has more deck space, more staterooms, more dubs and lounges, more everything! She even features a neservahons-onfy supper dub And get this? 60% of her staterooms have ocean views, and of those. 60% have private balconies. Be among the first to sail wth her from the B>g Easy to Ocho Rios. 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According to Emmons Lake teacher Kelly Mulry, third and fourth grade stu­ dents at Emmons Lake re­ ceived seven or eight ad­ dresses from people in Cale­ donia who knew someone deployed overseas or still at bases in the U.S. A group of Caledonia Middle School students found out about the project and decided to donate to it as and lend their time help­ ing to package up the many items last Thursday. “We’re sending extra packages (to each address) so that they can share,” said Mulry. Third- and fourth­ graders in the classes of Mulry , Kristie Summerfield, Paul Wanless, Sue Waayenberg, Jenny King and Megan Brown, are helping our troops know that they are being thought of in Caledo­ nia. with original processing GET 8X10 ENLARGEMENTS CLUB card SAME DAY OK HEXT DAY PROCESSING Join the club & $ave! 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An antique outlet, for ex­ ample, could be allowed in C-2, but could have very different impacts than those of a large antique mall, or a situation where stripping, solvents and finishing were part of the operation. Be­ cause the intensity and size of the business affects sur­ rounding areas, zoning des­ ignations arc needed. *. Commissioners decided any operation that includes painting would be restricted to location in an industrial zone, or 1-1 district, includ­ ing auto body work and painting. Some businesses that do not fit the general uses sur­ rounding them arc probably those which were estab­ lished prior to zoning, and arc grandfathered in, or re­ ceived a special use permit to operate in that zone. Some C-2 uses allowed would include office spaces, auto repair, rental equipment businesses, etc. Theaters and churches could be al­ lowed in a C-2 district. The C-2 districts allow more uses than Highway Com­ mercial (HC), Township At­ torney Jim Brown ex­ plained. C-2 can include every use also included in C-l, but not the reverse. Uses allowed in HC zon­ ing include banks, personal service establishments, ho­ tels and motels, offices, re­ tail businesses of less than 100,000 square feet, drug stores and pharmacies, laun­ dry establishments, and small shops to service other people working in the dis­ trict. Some zones have been targeted for particular uses, For instance, larger uses were expected to go into HC, although the cost of land there may make this idea prohibitive. Auto dealerships were not to be encouraged in HC zon­ ing, because the commis­ sioners earlier vision was to avoid another "auto mile" along M-37 and dealerships arc only allowed in C-2. Truck stops and salvage yards also were not included in HC zoning. One C-2 category for a neighborhood variety or general store was thought to need to be more specifically defined, and to assure the correct character of store was allowed, it was and de­ fined as a special use. Screening next to a rural residential area was added as a requirement for Com­ mercial development. Com­ missioner Lei Lani Van Laar said if some large establish­ ment moved in next to a Just Say AH home, they would want to have that buffer. Most commercial prop­ erty has public sewer. A minimum of 20.000 square feet was thought to need public utilities, because there would not be enough space for an adequate septic system. Lot size as related to the buildable portion was dis­ cussed. In residential and in com­ mercial districts, some two acre lots have been defined as non-buildable because the township definition did not allow including the area of the lot which is within the road or the right of way. Many such problematic lots were not brought to the at­ tention of the planning com­ mission, because staff ad­ dressed the problem. These non-platted situa­ tions exist primarily from old sales of two acre parcels where the description of two acres was measured from the center of the street. In ar­ eas where septic systems were needed to build, the area under the road could re­ duce the buildable area, of concern to the commission. In site condominiums or platted parcels, the associa­ tion technically owns to the center of the street, but in those cases, the property de­ scription and minimum is calculated from the right of way to determine that the buildable area is sufficient. An extensive discussion of the discrepancy of mini­ mum parcel size require­ ments in the township re­ sulted. Meet Dr. Jennifer Battiste, primary care physician, along with life long Caledonia resident Leon VanderLaan, PA-C, at the Caledonia Office of Advantage Health. Planner Dave Zylstra ex­ plained. "When you say a minimum lot size, typically I don't think people think of that as including a right of way. or part of a street. As it’s written, you would." Commissioner Ric Parent, the most senior commis­ sioner. explained "the for­ mer commissioners wanted to exclude the road from the dwelling unit lot." Attorney Jim Brown said if the township decides a minimum buildable lot area is specified to not include the road right of way, the rule must be observed to get a building permit. The owner needs to be aware in such cases. He also agreed the most common practice was using the legal descrip­ tion. Zylstra said requiring a full two buildable acres, and not including the street would impact future devel­ opments, as "They will not be able to get as many par­ cels out of it." Commissioner Duane Gunnink said the center of a public road description and measurement was a wide­ spread practice and is as­ sumed by most people buy­ ing property that the twoacre minimum has been met. Commission Chairman Archie Warner said he sup­ ports using the legal descrip­ tion as the minimum, even if it includes the area within the roadway. Commissioner Wally Bujak said by excluding the area under the street in cal­ culating the minimum lot size, the township could be creating a series of non-con­ forming lots. Bujak also pointed out there could be situations where very little land was left on a lot, espe­ cially on a corner, where land in the meets and bounds description extended to the street center. In the end. it was decided, to be fair to owners of non­ platted parcels on public streets, the minimum defini­ tion would be met by the meets and bounds descrip­ tion. including parcels whose outer lines extend into the street. Revisions to the Indus­ trial zoning chapters. 1-1 and I -2 were made. Compari­ sons between the two indus­ trial types were made. Some uses not allowed in an 1-1 district may be allowed in I2. Light industrial zoning in­ cludes many light manufac­ turing uses. Tool and die manufacturing. trade schools, transportation ter­ minals, research and devel­ opment, welding and recy­ cling stations were exam­ ples. Conditions for an 1-1 dis­ trict are that noise, smoke, fumes, or any other adverse effects should be avoided. Though environmental im­ pacts are possible, the EPA would place its own condi­ tions on the activity. The township has the right to im­ pose even stricter rules, es­ pecially in the vicinity of residential neighborhoods. Brown said. Special uses may be al­ lowed in both 1-1 and 1-2 districts. Painting is a spe­ cial use requiring a permit in 1-1. Outdoor lighting require­ ments for industrial districts fail under the lighting ordi­ nance. Outdoor storage is an feature of industrial zoning. Side yard setbacks are re­ quired to reduce adverse im­ pacts and to prevent poten­ tial hazards to neighbors from the activity. Screening and buffering may need to be more clearly defined to protect neighbors from an unsightly view. There are only two 1-3 districts in the township. Heavy Industrial districts have not been planned for in the township, as the public demand has not been great, and it is expected any future heavy industrial requests would be rezoned on a cascby-case basis. Patriotic display at Marketplace Middleville Marketplace but we have room for lots has started a patriotic dis­ more.” Marketplace is located on ' play honoring those men and women from the area M-37 across from the MiddleVilla Inn. serving in the armed forces. Steve Harmon from Mar­ ketplace says, “The store’s employees have come to­ gether and created a patri­ otic display. We welcome pictures and perhaps a few words about those serving our country. Right now there are only about six pictures Call 945-9554 to place your Sun & KemKnOH-M. 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Carveth Village expansion project almost complete Carveth Village is plan­ ning the grand opening cele­ Staff Writer bration for Sunday, June 1, The 11 independent living apartments now under con­ from 1 to 4 p.m. The cele­ struction at Carveth Village bration will include ice in Middleville will serve as cream, a car show and tours a complement to the assisted living facility. According to Cheryl Pe­ ters, four of the units arc al­ ready reserved. All the apartments are on the first floor. There arc sev­ eral two-bedroom units and the rest arc one bedroom apartments. The entry lobby includes a welcoming fireplace and a Barry County Sheriff’s coffee area. Peters says this will be a wonderful area for deputies arrested a 31-yearold Wayland woman March the residents to entertain 30 after the woman allegtheir guests. by Patricia Johns of both the new addition and the original facility. Peters invites anyone in­ terested in more information about the new independent living units to call her at 795-4972. POLICE BEAT Woman arrested after hitting, biting husband CALEDONIA COMMUNITY SCHOOLS FREE DEVELOPMENTAL INVENTORY Do you have concerns about the speech, socialization, learn­ ing and/or growth of your preschool aged child? We may be able to help! The Caledonia Community Schools will be con­ ducting a developmental screening for preschool aged chil­ dren to identify those who may benefit from early education­ al intervention. If you are a Caledonia School District resident and would like to schedule a screening for your child please call 891-0219 for an appointment. The screening will take place Friday, April 25th, between 9:00 a m. and 3:30 p.m. There is no fee for this service.(The next screening is planned for next spring - date to be announced.) REQUEST FOR BIDS GROUNDS MAINTENANCE The Charter Township of Caledonia is currently accepting bids for grounds maintenance at the following Township proper­ ties: Township & Village Hall Fire Department & Barber School Lakeside Cemetery Alaska Cemetery Holy Comers Cemetery Barber Cemetery Daniels Cemetery Campau.'Kettle Water Treatment Water Tower near Facility Glen Valley Subdivision Water Tower on 76th Street Bids specifications are available at the Township & Village Hal. 250 S Maple Street, Caledonia Bid specifications are also available via facsimile by telephoning the office at 891.0070 Bids must be received by 4:00 p.m. on Monday, April 21, 2003. The Township reserves the right to reject any or al bids Bids should be addressed lo the attention of David M. Zylstra, Township Manager Charter Township of Caledonia 250 S. Maple Street. P.O. Box 288 Caledonia, Ml 49316-0288 edly assaulted her husband in Thornapple Township. Deputies said the couple was riding in a van on Pat­ terson Road near Green Lake Road when they began arguing. The woman hit her 37-year-old husband and then bit him, police said. The victim said his wife was intoxicated. During the as­ sault the husband lost con­ trol of his van and drove it into the ditch, police said. The woman took off on foot across a nearby field. Deputies later found the woman sitting in a ditch, ar­ rested her and charged her with domestic violence. Her name is being withheld pending arraignment. Man accused of drug-related assault offense Barry County Sheriff’s deputies have arrested 17year-old Eli G. Dilcher of Caledonia on charges of as­ sault with a dangerous weapon after Dilcher alleg­ edly attacked a resident of Yankee Spnngs Meadows in Thornapple Township with an aluminum pipe. Deputies said the 19-yearold victim was assaulted be­ cause he purportedly “told on some subjects about drugs." The attack occurred March 27 at 1:24 a.m. Another person at the vic­ tim’s residence was able to subdue Dilcher until police arrived, deputies said. Staff Writer Dave Dykstra received conditional approval from the Thornapple Township Planning Commission for a new sand mine on a six-acre parcel off Adams Road . During the public hearing on this special use permit re­ quest, one resident ex­ pressed concern about noise. D&B Development, which will be doing the mining will observe the hours of op­ eration. In addition, no crushing of material will take place on the side. Farmer Rodney Janose, who had brought concerns about a previous residential development proposed for the site, approved of this use since the sand mining opera­ tion won’t complain about the smell of the hog farm. Linda Gasper explained that Dykstra had met with the site plan committee and answered all the questions presented. The plan has D &B De­ velopment removing 500,000 cubic yards of sand from the site. Approxi­ mately 150,000 additional cubic yards would be used for grading the property. Mining will begin from the La Leche League to meet Thursday The La Leche League will meet at 10 a.m. Thursday, April 10, at 1546 Payne Lake Road, Yankee Springs Township. LaLeche League is a non­ sectarian. non-profit organi­ zation that encourages women to breastfeed their babies and offers them sup­ port and information. The name LaLeche means "the milk" in Spanish. The group holds a series of meetings Thursday morn­ ings in and around Barry County, including Vermont­ ville, Clarksville and the Yankee Springs area. There essentially are four topics, with one being presented each month. This month's topic will be "Weaning and Nutrition.” All women who are breastfeeding or are preg­ nant and interested in breast­ feeding are welcome to at­ tend the meetings. Babies and toddlers also are wel­ come. The group also has a lending library with topics on pregnancy, childbirth, child development and nutri­ tion. For more information about La Leche League and its meetings or for help with breastfeeding, call Kathy Othmer at (517) 726-1264. For directions, call (269) 795-7021. south, leaving a 50-foot buffer around the perimeter, including the existing trees. Dykstra also will create a new and safer entrance drive with the permission of the Barry County Road Com­ mission. Among the conditions on the special use are confor­ mance lo the existing ordi­ nance. including times of operation, site reclamation bond of $50,000 and a cer­ tificate of liability insurance. In addition mining on the site shall not take place within the groundwater table and D&B Development will maintain the casement to the adjacent Secord property. The commission also ap­ proved site plans for phase two of the Mulberry Hills Estates development. The next meeting of the Thornapple Township Plan­ ning Commission will be Monday, April 21, at 7 p.m. VILLAGE OF MIDDLEVILLE OPEN COMMISSION SEATS Interested citizens invited to apply for the following available Commission seats PLANNING COMMISSION 3 terms expiring 04/30/06 ZONING BOARD OF APPEALS 2 terms expiring 04/30/06 HOUSING COMMISSION 1 term expiring 04/30-08 Apply in writing to Village of Middleville 100 East Mam Street, Middleville, Ml 49333 Attn Village President Letters must be received by April 18, 2003 Appointments to be made April 22, 2003 At the regular meeting of the Village Council Rhonda L. Fisk Village Clerk 310 YARD WASTE COLLECTION ^chig^ The Village staff plans to collect leaves and yard waste every 2nd and 4th Monday of the month from April 14th through October 13th-weather permitting Grass, leaves and other yard waste must be in sturdy clear, plastic bags containing no more than 50 pounds each Yard wastes in other kinds of bags or other containers cannot be accepted for safety reasons Yard waste put out for collection must be free of trash, household wastes, tree root balls or stones, as we are unable to process them Brush and tree limbs will be collected rf less than 6 inches diameter and less than 8 feet long, on the 2nd and 4th Monday of the month from April 14th through October 13th The actual time required in collecting all yard waste and the specific time of arrival at your home is served depends on overall volume and the weather It is possible that a given yard waste col­ lection sweep will take several days to complete, but in any case each residence will be visited in turn just once during each sweep Yard waste not property placed at the roadside at the time DPW visits a given residence will not be collected during that sweep Yard waste not properly placed at the roadside at the time DPW visits a giver residence will not be collected during that sweep. Note that the autumn leaf vacuuming schedule will be announced the end of summer OTHER IMPORTANT NOTES ABOUT VILLAGE SOLID WASTE COLLECTIONS Residents must neatly place all wastes tor collection at the edge of a Village street abutting their own residence (without intruding into roadways sidewalks) by 7:00 A M at the start of each col­ lection date However residents are also urged not to put out wastes more than one day in advance of that to help keep Middleville neighborhoods looking good during the rest of the week. In the event that a resident’s wastes have to be rejected as inappropriate for Village collection, that resident will be advised via a written doorknob tag indicating why that a so It shall then be that resident's responskwirty to dispose of said waste property and promptly For more information please contact the Village offices at 100 East Mam Street Telephone 795-3385 between 9 00 A M and 5 00 PM Monday through Friday The Village of Middleville would like to thank ait of its residents for their consideration and cooperation in making the Village solid waste collections go as smoothly as possible Clip and Save 316 �Page 16/The Sun and News, Middleville, Ml/April 8. 2003 Spring Sporin Rr&sSmrs High hopes for Fighting Scot tennis this spring Last year’ Fighting Scot varsity boys’ tennis team finished fourth in the O-K Gold and third at its re­ gional. This year’s team is looking to improve on both of those numbers. Caledonia Coach Mike Wilson, starting his third season leading the team, says this year’s team will have “high expectations every time on the court.” What makes the expecta­ tions exceptionally high this season? It’s the fact that 10 of the Scots 12 varsity start­ ers this season were varsity starters a year ago. Caledo­ nia returns seven of eight doubles players and three of four singles players, includ­ ing eight seniors. Andrew Blanchard is in the first singles spot this sea­ son as one of the Scots many key returnees. Also back are the doubles teams of Mike Napper and Devin TePastte at No. 1 and Kyle Ullery and Tim Stouffer at No. 2. The Scots are deep and experienced. The top new­ comers fill no. 4 spots. Nate Stauffer will play fourth sin­ gles, while Todd Kortenhoven will fill a spot on the fourth doubles team. Even with such an abun­ dance of talent and experi­ ence Wilson says that his team needs to continue to improve if they hope to ac­ complish their goal of fin­ ishing in the top three teams in the Gold. Wilson says he expects South Christian and Unity Christian to fill the other two spots in the top three. The Scots are already off to a strong start in the league with an 8-0 win over Cedar Springs on Wednesday and a 7-1 trumping of Kenowa Hills on Tuesday. And its right back into Gold action after break for the Scots when they visit Hastings April 14. then host Sparta on April 16. The 2003 Caledonia Varsity Boys’ Tennis Team, (front from left) Nathan Stauf­ fer, Devin TePastte, Kyle Ullery. Kyler Pentecost, Mike Napper, Todd Kortenhoven, (back) Coach Bont, Mike Krieger, Matt Paarlberg, Andrew Blanchard. Mike Morgan, Kayle Hinkle, Tim Stouffer, and Coach Mike Wilson. Scot soccer trying to stay strong in the Gold In her second season as varsity Coach in the Caledo­ nia girls’ soccer program Kate Sclke helped her team to a 11-7 mark. Six of those losses how­ ever were non-conference defeats. The girls went 8-1 in the O-K Gold, good for a second place finish. The Scots hope to con­ tinue that strong play into the conference season this year. Seniors Carlie Sanxter. Erin Peacy, and Chelsea Farver will make up a strong defensive backfield, with Farver ip the middle at sweeper. Peacy and Sanxter could also see time in the midfield. Another key returnee to the Scot midfield is junior Tricia Miedema. “Our cohesiveness is strong,” says Selke. “We are a team that never gives up.” Joining the varsity and try­ ing to keep up with that atti­ tude are key newcomers Ra­ chel Buckner and goalie Jo­ sephine Oblinger. “Physically we are short Famous State Bank Flooring and of Interiors Caledonia girls,” says Selke. “There­ fore. balls in the air may be a challenge.” It did have an affect on the Scots in their opening O-K Gold match against Unity Christian. But it wasn't the only rea­ son the Scots fell. Unity is a power, who Selke expects to finish at the top of the Gold this spring, with the Crusad­ ers possibly being pushed by South Christian. The Fighting Scots’ next contest is after break, when they host Cedar Springs Tuesday April 15. 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Ml/Aphl 8. 2003/Page 17 Scot baseball has eight new starters The 2003 Caledonia Varsity Softball Team, (front from left) Cristen Adams, Melissa Gillard, Courtney Powell (middle) Alecia Duryea, Lauren Hanna, Julie Wicks, Brianna Hormel (back) Coach Gillard, Katie Meyer, Shelby King, Megan Cargill, Danielle Romeyn, Coach Kevin Kaechele, Coach Kaechele Eight starters return for Caledonia softball Caledonia is still trying to build a strong varsity softball program. Over three years, from 1999-2001, the Fighting Scots won just three ball games. Last year’s team won six. While it may be nothing to write home about quite yet, it is a step. “We competed in every game last year,” says Scot Coach Tom Kaechele. The next step, is to just keep on improving, and re­ turning eight starters should be a big boost. The entire Scot infield re­ turns with juniors Julie Wicks (3B), Danielle Rom­ eyn (SS), Shelby King (2B), and sophomore Megan Car­ gill at first. Seniors Courtney Powell, Melissa Gillard, and Cristen Adams could all see time in the outfield. Gillard may also see time behind the plate catching for sopho­ more pitcher Lauren Hanna. Junior Brianna Hormel also See softball, page 16 Gold golf race could be an exciting as state run Excitement surrounds the Caledonia varsity girls’ golf team once again, as it did a year ago when they swung their way to a state title. This squad might not be quite as talented, yet, but Coach Gus Wagner says that this group of girls is “really competitive.” A pair of Leathermans re­ turn to lead the way for the Fighting Scots. Senior Amy Jo Leatherman was an hon­ orable mention all-Stater a year ago. She returns with sophomore Katie Leatherman to fill the top two spots. That pair will be joined on the top of the Scot score­ card most of the season by third-year varsity player Erin Samuels, and Jenny Workman. “I’m really excited about Wagner also says that he’s had a couple suprising our team,” says Wagner. additions to the team which “Our goal is to qualify for will add a little more depth State. If the girls improve to the quad. “Now I fell just a little bit, I think we really good,” Wagner says. have a really good shot at A feat that will be as big a it” challenge as winning an­ Caledonia started things other state title this spring off right last Tuesday when would be for the Scots to they topped Forest Hills challenge for an O-K Gold Northern by nine strokes in championship. Two of the the season opener at Broad­ top teams in the state will go moor. head to head when the Scots Amy Jo Leatherman fin­ host South Christian on ished birdie-birdie to end up April 29. “South is by far with a 40 to lead the way for the team to beat in our con­ the Scots in their 183-192 ference,” says Wagner. victory. The conference season The Scots’ other top three gets underway right away scorers were Katie Leatherfor the Scots after break man with a 41, Samuels 47, when they host Kenowa and Workman with a 55. Hills at Broadmoor on Tues­ day April 15. we offer one thing even more reassuring than our 12 month/ 12,000 mile warranty. The 2003 Caledonia Varsity Baseball Team, (kneeling from left) Kyle Bellgraph. Alex Cardinal, Jayme Luetkemeyer, Mark Ward, Bob Blakeslee, (middle) Coach Saldivar, Coach Ron DeJonge, Kyle Hemmes. Matt Cook, Ben Toth, Sean Centilli, Eli Cooley, Coach Crowley, (back) Coach Benedict. Dennis Snyder. Greg Jousma. Ryan Roseboom, Stu Kohl, Abe Mulvihill, and Coach Mulvihill. Caledonia varsity baseball Head Coach Ron DeJonge hopes to keep everything running smooth in his sec­ ond season at the helm. Last year’s team went 9-7 in the O-K Gold, good for a third place finish in the league, and finished the sea­ son with an overall record of 19-11. But it may be some what of a tall order for the Scots, who will be trying for their first back-to-back win­ ning seasons since 95-96. Caledonia has eight new starters on the diamond this spring. Experience, however, won’t be a question mark all around. The Scots return a good group of pitchers in­ cluding seniors Stu Kohl and Greg Jousma, and junior Abe Mulvihill. A couple of junior pitchers, Ben Toth and Dennis Snyder, could also make their mark on the mound in their first varsity season. Senior catcher Sean Cen­ tilli also returns to take com­ mand of the pitching staff from behind home plate. Another key addition to the team is infielder Mark Ward, a sophomore. DeJonge says he hopes this team will be able top continue the winning record of last season’s squad and find itself a spot in the mid­ dle of the O-K Gold stand­ ings. If the minimal experi­ ence of this season’s squad doesn’t prove to be too much down side, the Scots will find themselves chasing Unity Christian, South Christian, Wayland, and Wyoming Park, who De­ Jonge says he expects to see at the top of the conference standings. The Fighting Scots host East Grand Rapids on Tues­ day April 15 for their next contest. After that, its the first pitch of the O-K Gold season for the Scots when they host South Christian on Thursday, April 17. Athlete of the week fat Thornapple-Kellogg High School (Middleville) Softball Trojan senior Jen Burks start­ ed the season off right for the TK varsity softball squad last week against Caledonia. 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(M-37) MIDDLEVILLE 269-795-3550 I sOH5Change oootf i s75O ADDITIONAL SAVINGS OR S3,75O REBATE ON THESE SELECT VEHICLES �Page 18/The Sun and News, Middleville, Ml/Aprii 8. 2003 Seniors help out Scots’ new coach this season Caledonia starts a new era in track and field this year with first year Coach Kevin Remenap in charge of the boys’ varsity team. But much of the old guard in spikes still remains, which will be one of the big­ gest strengths of this year’s Fighting Scot squad. Cale­ donia has strong senior lead­ ership from distance runners Jon Hekman and Pat Spitzley, and sprinters Nate VanEnk and Pat O’Conner. Also back for the Scots are juniors Kyle Klyn (sprinter) and Jim Haisma (hurdles, throws). Injuries have depleted some of the depth for the Scots this season, but key newcomers like junior Nate Vanderlaan (sprinter) and freshman Drew O’Malley (distance) will help pull up some of the slack. Remenap is going in to the season looking for his team to be competitive in the Gold, and in all their dual meets throughout the season. He says he expects Wayland and Cedar Springs to lead the way in the league this year and be the top competition blocking the Scots from equaling of im­ proving upon their second place finish a year ago. Caledonia fell to Mid­ dleville in its first dual of the season, but easily took care of Hastings last Tues­ day in Caledonia to begin the Gold season. The week after spring break the Scots will be off and running once again as they visit Sparta on Tuesday April 15. then Cedar Springs on Thursday April 17. Softball, continued from page 15 returns to do some of the catching duties or see time in the outfield. The key newcomers to the squad are junior outfielders Alecia Duryea and Kate Meyers. “We’re gonna need to get good hitting and defense,” says Kaechele. “because we have a young pitcher. But she is consistent.” That's one of the things the entire Scot softball program is working on . Kaechele says that there are really only two true pitchers in the entire Caledonia program. There If you're not getting the 5un it News You're not getting it all! Call 1-800-870-7085 for more information on how you can receive your complete coverage of Caledonia, Freeport, Middleville and Yankee Springs... E^EE! k Jf are some youngsters devel­ oping their arms, but it will take some time. Hopefully, for the Scots some of their hard work will pay off this season. Kaech­ ele says that some of the girls have been working year round, in summer pro­ grams and hitting the batting cages occasionally after school. So what kind of goals can this Scot team set for itself? Kaechele says he hopes his team will be able to bump its win mark up around the .500 mark this season and battle for a spot near the middle of the O-K Gold. “We’re gonna take ‘cm one at a time.” says the Coach. “Hopefully, we can compete with the league leaders,” teams like Wyoming Park, Wayland, and Unity Chris­ tian. The Scots next two con­ tests come at home after spring break when they host East Grand Rapids on Tues­ day April 15, then begin Gold play against South Christian with a double­ header on the 17th. 7ntwduemg... Ed's New Complete Auto & Truck Glass Service! t Quality v tVuto Glass Quality Service ? at an affordable price Mobile Service Direct Insurance Billing Certified Technicians 100% SATISFACTION GUARANTEED There’s No Substitute For Quality... Clearly You Will See The Difference! /Vis ’ ^BODY SHOP • Complete Collision Service • Autos & Trucks • Loaners Available 110 Johnson art IGrsey Caledonia • 100% Guarantee 616-891-0150 on repairs "W? mat by accident~ The 2003 Caledonia Varsity Boys’ Track Team, (front from left) Nate VanEnk, Patrick Spitzley, Pat O'Connor, Jon Hekman, (second row) Thomas Spitzley. Jim Lobbezzo, Dave Lucas, Craig Hoebeke. Walter Spees, Kevin Clausen. Eric Haight, Jim Haisma, Brad Swartz, Cody Ruple, Nathan Vanderlaan. (third row) Coach Schneider, Clay Berridge, Kyle Post, Chad Frisbie, Chris Robenson, Aaron McBride, Brian Derks, Andrew Cromer, Nic DeVries, Josh Vetting, Jason Cochott. (fourth row) David Villerot, Kyle Cromer, Kasey Borr. Tyler Sinclair. Joe Faverau. Steve Jousma, Sean Morgan, Toney Delnay, John Goebel, Jonathan Kraft, Derick Watson, (fifth row) Coach Remenap, Nick Jones. Tom Wynsma, Joe Pasquantonio, Drew O'Malley, Adam Devers, Brad Gates, Pat Kelly, Kyle Rieth. Brian Bailey. Andrew Crivelli, Shay Slagter, (back) Coach Anderson. Kyle Klyn, Brian Waayenberg, Tom Daniels, Chad Schondelmayer. Nick Neely. Nick Hutchins, Josh Korn, Justin Waayenberg, and Coach Haisma. Scots have even win the long jump twice The 2003 Caledonia Varsity Girls’ Track Team, (front from left) Kristina McCleave, Becca Busfield Katie Ryan, Nicki Loring, Erin Mitteer, Samantha Pleva (second row) Brandi Victory, Carrie Nelson, Stacey Babcock, Leslie Beukema, Kayla Wilson, Lindsay Barrett, Korin Hollinshead, Theresa Olson, Becca Jacques, Kendal Parbel, Sarah Krips, Assistant Coach Ellen Wilcox, (third row) Nikki Muuse, Emily Petz, Danielle Maxey, Angie Maxey, Jessica Terpstra, Karmen Wortley, Shannon Pleva, Katie Dingman, Janine Wilson, Leslie Radar, Kendra Ross, Assistant Coach Denny Schneider, (back) Sarah Fifer, Cari Butcher, Katie Hekman, Amanda Evarts, Nicole Polmeteer. Carrie Reed, Mindy Bode, Kristie Flipchuk, Julie Slot, Tarah Burgess, Kim Huisman, Head Coach Joe Zomerlie It should be another strong season for the Fight­ ing Scot girls’ track squad. Coach Joe Zomerlei, en­ tering his 29th season as the head of the Fighting Scots lists only one weakness on this season’s team, the long jump. So what did the Scots do to rill the hole. They got Angie Maxey, last year’s state runner up in the pole vault to take over that duty as well. She’s won the event in both the Scots’ duals to this point, with a long so far of 15’5.5” against Middleville in the Caledonia girls’ sea­ son opening victory, 89-39 over the Trojans. And with that, Zomerlei thinks this team will once again be battling in the top third of the O-K Gold. Basi­ cally. that means somewhere near its second place finish from a year ago. Zomerlei sees the top competition in the Gold this spring to be coming from Sparta, South Christian, Unity Christian, and Cedar Springs. The Scots have a host of talented, experienced tracksters returning to run, jump, and throw their way toward a conference crown. Maxey leads a strong re­ turning cast of Scots in the field events this spring. She’s joined at the pole vault pit by a couple of the team’s best fresh faces, Dan­ ielle Maxey and Kayla Wil­ son. Angie Maxey also brings her skills to the high jump bar and the 100m hurdles. Also back helping make the field events one of the Scots’ strengths are Mindy Bode throwing the discus and Leslie Radar throwing the shot. Caledonia will also be tough to beat in the distance races this year as they return strong performers like Becca Busfield (800, 3200, and 3200 relay), Katie Ryan (1600, 3200, 3200 relay), and Kristina McCleve (1600, 3200 relay), and will be boosted further by the ad­ ditions of Kendra Ross and Kendall Parbel. Returning in the shorter races for the Fighting Scots are Erin Mitteer running the 100m hurdles and the 200m dash, and Samantha and Shannon Pleva in the 100, 200, and sprint relays. Cari Butcher and Kayla Wilson will also work their way into scoring for the Scots in the sprint events. Need wedding invitations? Slop by and check out the large selection at: J-Ad Graphics Printing Pios 1351 N. M-43 Highway, Hastings �r Looking For a 1 PRINTER? FULL SERVICE FROM START TO FINISH Call one of our sales professionals today! • Steve Steward • Jennie Yonker • Steve Skedgell Print Plus • Steve Jacobs • Sarah Halliday Charlotte Litho • Brian Rayner SPECIALIZING IN MULTI-COLOR AND 4 COLOR PROCESS WORK WHERE NO JOB IS TOO BIG AND NEVER TOO SMALL! 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(Photo by Perry Hardin) The Fighting Scot varsity baseball squad is hoping that spring break doesn’t slow down their momentum. Caledonia (3-1) has won its last three contests after topping Middleville (0-2) in both games of a double header last Wednesday in Caledonia. Abe Mulvihill got things done for the Scots on both sides of the ball in the first game against TK. He was 2 darkness shortened sec­ ond game between Mid­ dleville and the Fighting Scots last Wednesday. (Photo by Perry Hardin) for 3 at the plate and picked up the win with four innings of work on the mound. Mulvihill allowed three hits and struck out three Trojans. Also offensively for the Scots, Mark Ward went 2 for 2, and Matt Cook knocked a double and walked twice in the Scots 73 victory. Caledonia led 5-0 when the second game was called due to darkness. The Scots got another strong pitching performance. This time from Ben Toth. Ryan Roseboom was 2 for 2 with three RBI for the Scots in the win. Those two victories over TK followed a 5-2 triumph for the Scots over Creston last Monday. In that contest Stu Kohl pitched the complete seven innings, without allowing an earned run, and only allow­ ing five hits while striking out eight Polar Bears. Ward and Cook each had a pair of hits, and Kohl knocked a double offen­ sively. Burks’ arm and Scots’ errors give TK first win Trojan varsity track team tops at own Co-Ed relays The Trojan varsity track squad ran away with the Middleville-TK Co-Ed re­ lays last Tuesday. TK finished 27 points ahead of the runners up from Hamilton, 117-90. Byron Center was third (65) fol­ lowed by Lakewood (57), Mona Shores (57), and Shelby (48). The Trojans were first in six of the 15 events, and fin­ ished second in five others. Elise Nyland and Jordan Hartley combined to take the top spot in the high jump for TK with a 10’6” mark. The 6400m relay team of Jessica Stortz, Chris Hark­ ness, Natalie Hoag, and Tim Brog were tops with a time HOURS: M-Th 5ain-9pni; Fri. 5ain-8pin Sat. 8arii-2pm; Suii.9ain-3pm 9175 Cherry Valiev, Ste. K Caledonia, 891-2994 of 22:11. In the shuttle hurdles the Trojan team of Theresa Miller, Steve Johnson, Jes­ sica Flaska, and Hartley turned in the best score of 1:03.9. TK also won the spring relay with Angela Blood, Carlos Porter, Flaska, and Steve Allen (1:47.2), the field event relay with Ny­ land, Justin VanSpronsen, Whitney Robertson, and Ryan Adams (4:10.9), and the freshmen 400 with Por­ ter, Kersta Gustafson, Troy Rock, and Flaska. TK’s long jump duo fin­ ished second as did the 3200 relay team, the solo relay team, the distance relay team, and the middle dis­ tance relay squad. BRUCE'S FRAME & ALIGNMENT • Complete Frame Repair • Professional Color Matching • Loaner Cars • Front End Alignment • Collision Repair • Glass Repair can... (616) 795-9596 All Makes and Models All Insurances Welcome Bruce Bender 415 2nd Street Middleville Trojan senior Megan Dutcher back hands the Jen Burks threw four ball over the bag at sec­ nearly perfect innings for ond as the Trojans pre­ TK, and recorded a no pared to take on Caledo­ hitter as the Trojans nia in the season opener topped Caledonia 18-0 in last Wednesday. (Photo early season action. by Perry Hardin) (Photo by Perry Hardin) With Trojan Ashley Aspinall looking over her shoulder from second base, Caledonia's Lauren Hanna riffles a pitch dur­ ing some relief action last Wednesday night. (Photo by Perry Hardin) The TK varsity softball was pretty exciting.” Trojan catcher Ashley squad started its season with a bang last Wednesday at Aspinall had four RBI in the game. Other top offensive Caledonia. Trojan senior pitcher performances for the Tro­ threw a no-hitter over four jans were turned in by Tisha time from junior Melanie innings, as her teammates Smith who went 2 for 3 with Warner, who allowed just rounded up 18 runs to end an RBI, and Gina Niem- two hits over the four in­ chick going 2 for 4 with a nings played. the contest early. TK took advantage of 11 double. Aspinall and Kirby Bre­ For Caledonia, Coach mer each had a big double Caledonia errors in the Kaechele said, “ Melissa Gil ­ game. “Middleville took ad­ for TK in the darkness short­ vantage of ail of our mis­ lard pitched well, but the de­ ened second contest. takes and we couldn’t get fense just wasn’t there to­ Each team was headed for our bats going,” said Scot night, and she had to pitch sunny Florida at the end of Coach Tom Kaechele. too many pitches.” last week to continue work­ The cold weather and the ing on their games. Things All the Trojans took ad­ vantage, everybody hit, and darkness ended the second get started again after break every body scored at least game of the double header when Caledonia hosts East once said TK Coach Tammy early, in the fourth inning Grand Rapids on April 15. Olmsted. Maybe most im­ with TK leading 7-1. Middleville’s next contest is portantly, the Trojans com­ TK got another good also the 15th, they visit mitted just one error. “The pitching performance, this Lowell. big thing we wanted to im­ prove from last season to this is our errors per game,” said Olmsted. “We both had to play in the same weather. Errors make or break a Seasonal driver holding a Class A CDL with game. We only had one, and HazMat and Tanker endorsements needed that’s going to keep us in games.” at Caledonia Farmers Elevator. Local day Behind Burks, the Trojans runs. Good wages, overtime, season end allowed only three baserun­ bonus. Start date expected last week of ners, on two walks and the April. Call 891-8108 or apply in person at error. Burks struck out four, 146 E. Main St., Caledonia, Ml 49316. and Olmsted said, “the ball never went to the outfield. It TRUCK DRIVER: �The Sun and News. Middleville. Ml/Apnl 8, 2003/Page 21 Scot tracksters easily handle Hastings Saxons The Caledonia varsity track teams each picked up a win iq the O-K Gold season opener last Wednesday night against Hastings. Both teams dominated, but the girls (2-0) really took it to the limit winning 107.99-20, taking every event but the high jump. Shannon Pleva won two individual firsts for the Scots, taking the 100m dash in 13.7, and the 200m dash in 28.5. Sweeping the relays for the Scots were the 3200m team of Becca Busfield, Brandi Victory, Kristina McCleve, and Kaitlyn Ryan (10:51). Busfield, Cari Butcher, Shannon Pleva, and Erin Mitteer combined in the 800m (1:53.8) for the win. In the 400m it was Butcher, Kady Dingman. Shannon Pleva, and Mitteer across the line first (54.1). And the 1600m team of Busficld, Sara Krips, Samantha Pleva, and Kendra Ross won that event in 4:39.5. Other individual winners for the Scots were Leslie Radar in the shot put (32’5”), Mindy Bode with the discus (15’1”), Mitteer in the 100m hurdles (16.9), Kendra Ross in the 1600m (5:48.3), Sarah Krips in the 400m (1:90.3), Kayla Wilson in the 300m hurdles (52.1), Becca Busfield in the 800m (2:41.6), and Katie Ryan in the 3200m (12:23.3). The Caledonia guys also won easily over Hastings, 88-40. The Fighting Scots swept the top three spots in the shot put led by Brad Swartz 38’9”, the discus led by Eric Haight 119’08”, and the high jump led Swartz (5’10”). Like the girls, the guys had a good day in the relays, winning three of the four races. Clay Berridge, An­ drew Cromer. Drew O’Mal­ ley, and Patrick Spitzley took the 3200m in 9:05.6. In the 800m medley relay it was Sean Morgan. Steve Jousma, Nate VanEnk, and Pat O’Connor combining for the victory (1:35.81). Also across the line first was the 1600m relay team of Sean Morgan, Haisma, Joe Pasquantonio, and O’Con­ nor (3:54.91). Individually. O’Malley won both the 8(X)m (2:15), and the 1600m (4:54.41). Other individual champs for the Fighting Scots were O’Connor in the 400m Fighting Scot Cari Butcher (left) comes across just ahead of Hastings Amanda Becktel to finish second in the 200m dash last Wednesday. (Photo by Perry Har­ din) Caledonia’s Emily Petz leans in to steal second place in the 800m from Hastings' Sarah Clevenger (Photo by Perry Hardin) (53.08), Haisma in the 300m IM hurdles (42.02), and Spitzlcy in the 3200m (11:00.67). When was the last time someone tacked a television ad to their refrigerator? Jim Haisma spread his wings to top everyone in the 300 IM Wednesday against Hastings. (Photo by Perry Hardin) hurdles on COMPREHENSIVE -I w Some things are meant to be a certain way... 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And, from the advertising we see in publi­ cations to the letters we receive in the mail, the things we hold up our hands have the quickest routes to our hearts. �Page 22/The Sun and News, Middleville, Ml/Apnl 8, 2003 Kent County Sheriff’s Department seeks trail volunteers by Cathy Rueter Staff Writer The Kent County Sheriff Department is inviting any­ one interested in becoming a trail patrol volunteer to at­ tend an informational meet­ ing at 7 p.m. Wednesday. April 16, at the Sheriff De­ partment, 701 Ball Ave NE, in Grand Rapids. According to a statement released by Sgt. Roger Par­ ent of the Information Serv­ ices Unit of the KCSD, “For the past few years this dedi­ cated group of volunteers has provided a courtesy pa­ trol for the White Pine Trail, East Trails and the Kent Trails." Part of the Kent Trails is just past the Caledonia area. Sandi Jones of the Kent County Sheriff’s Depart­ ment said that, depending on the number of volunteers they get, a wider coverage may be available, possibly into Caledonia because it is still part of Kent County. Deputies and past patrol volunteers will be on hand to explain the duties and re­ sponsibilities of the trail pa­ trol. The goal of the patrol is to provide a safe and enjoy­ able environment for all citi- Planning commission, continued from pg. 1 Reeder wants to replace it with does not meet the new sign ordinance. Reeder was upset that he was being asked to comply with the new ordinance. Commission Chairman Eldon Newmyer explained that when non-conforming signs need to be replaced it should be done by ones that comply with the ordinance requirements. The request for the new pole Cone Corral sign was denied since it does not meet the ordinance. Reeder said he would be keeping his 19foot sign. Several commis­ sion members were con­ cerned with his continual addition of “temporary” cardboard signs to this sign. The Kent County Sheriffs Department is looking for volunteers like these to help patrol several trails includ­ ing the Kent Trails, part of which runs through the Cale­ donia area. zens using the trail system in the Kent County area. Volunteers pick the hours they can work and are pro­ vided with a vest, communi­ cations and other equipment. Most of the volunteers ride bikes, however, walking and/or roller-blading is also allowed. Volunteers are scheduled to work in teams of two. Requirements essential to the position that are volun­ teers must be at least 18 years of age and have a helpful and friendly attitude. A criminal history check is 03 Buick Century 4 door, well equipped. *13,995 <^*11,995 02 Cnev Trailblazer LT 4x< 01ChevC2500 02 Chev Prizm 4 door, automatic. air. *8,995 Q q 01 Ford Taurus Res- cab 2WD 6.0 V-& auto, 11K mi On/y 23.000 mile*. *15,995 *10,995 CAVIN • Chevrolet • Buick • Pontiac 795-3318 • 891-8151 M-37 North of Middleville. Across from MiddleviMa FROM OUR READERS Local Citizens Speak Out On Issues Caledonia Village’s DPW does good work To the editor: I am not a resident of the village of Caledonia, but 1 do travel through it several times each day. I think the Village De­ partment of Public Works (DPW), Roger Loring and Bill Gilbert, have done an excellent job of keeping the village streets plowed and salted all winter. No matter how little or how heavy the snow, the streets always have been plowed and safe. They should be com­ mended by all the residents of the village. Their fine service sure beats the condi­ tion of Kraft and 100th Street, where we’ve had many accidents because the streets were not plowed or salted regularly like they have been in the village. Roger and Bill have done a good job this past winter. Jerry E. Good, Caledonia Township What’s Caledonia Village Council up to now? c 0 02 Olds Alero GL conducted on all applicants. “We also ask that all our volunteers wear a helmet if riding a bike or roller­ blading,” the statement con­ tinued. “Trail use has in­ creased every year and we can never have too many volunteers. “Building a safer commu­ nity begins with you. We need your help. If interested please consider attending this meeting.” For more information about this program, call Jones at the Community Po­ licing Unit at 616-632-6221. The commission last week did approve the site plan for the expansion of the Methodist Church of Mid­ dleville. The sanctuary will seat 30-35 additional people but the offices and kitchen entrance are being relocated. William Brunner pre­ sented the plans and dis­ cussed some of the changes made to meet the requests of the site plan review commit­ tee. All the conditions were met, except for the light pole in the parking lot. which will be similar to the one in the parking lot behind vil­ lage hall. The church decided not to put in the additional 15 parking spaces along Calvin Hill Park which the Village SALES HOURS: Mon. & Wed 8 to 8: 8 to 6: Sat 8 to 1 SERVICE HOURS: Tues. - Fri. 8 to 5. Dear Sirs: At the March 10 Caledonia Village Council meeting President Daryl Penfold spoke eloquently of his urgent need to use village assets to bring water to the Caledonia Township fire bam for firemen to fill their tankers. But maps show he verbal­ ly contracted Caledonia Township to spend village money to run water through the planned Bosco apart­ ment complex, then directly in the opposite direction of the fire barn to a extensive planned Cal Kooiker high density subdivision, bypass­ ing the fire barn entirely. Why did our village presi­ dent present a carefully fab­ ricated reason for the water main construction, and why invent a bogus water main route? Might this be a cre­ ative misappropriation of $160,000 of village money to benefit developers? Does President Penfold represent developer or village resident interests? Clarence Slaughter, Caledonia Council agreed to at their meeting March 25. In other business, the. Planning Commission re­ ferred a change in phasing for the Misty Ridge subdivi­ sion back to the site plan committee to make sure all the conditions have been met. 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WE RE­ PLACE SOIL PAY WELL CONFIRM WHAT & WHEN, AND ARE RE­ SPECTFUL OF YOUR PROPERTY. 9175 Cherry Valley Mon.-Thurs. 11 a.m.-8:30 p.m.; Fri. & Sat. 11 a.m.-9 p.m.; Sun. 11 a.m.-2:30 p.m. 891-2928 Fortune Chef 'IS reakfost JL->v4wclv 'Oivxwer S^kcvxese Food and S^wvertcaw Steak, Seafood, yMawvIourgerg, S’avxdwi.ckes, & Salads 891-1388 9353 Cherry Valley Ave.(M-37) ■ Caledonia Village Centre 6am -9am MON-SAT SUN 8am - 3pm , _ ,■» m. ism TO SIXTY m S3,ooa mmu CHfUY/BUICK Mimas fffMir At one of ‘Top 100 Women Friendly Courses” —Golf For Women I Magazine] 1C Bill Seif Chevrolet Buick L2 r-7 s M-37 w • S2.000 REBATE ON CHEVY CORVETTES Otfur �Page 24/The Sun and News, Middleville, Ml/Apnl 8, 2003 Scot kickers get first win at expense of TK Rachel Buckner scored the first three goals of the night for the Fighting Scot varsity girls' soccer squad on Wednesday night against Caledonia junior Carissa Van Loon (9) tries to keep the Scot attack going as Janine Dykstra (20) rushes in from behind. (Photo by Perry Hardin) TK. Deanne Warner scored the final goal for Caledonia in the second half, as the Scots moved their season re­ cord to 1-2 with a 4-1 vic­ tory over the visiting Tro­ jans. Warner also had two as­ sists in the on Buckner goals, and Tricia Miedema added an assist as well. Middleville (1-1) scored its lone goal with just less MANUFACTURED LIVING, INC. TK’s Janine Dykstra (right) works to keep the ball away from the feet of Caledonia's Tricia Miedema. (Photo by Perry Hardin) at Cider Mill Village (Whitneyville Rood) and Country Meadows Village (76th and Kraft] Model Clearance Saie 'NS ^aiP“ ™ Homes to* soldM For further information call CAROLE at 616-891-2225 Trojan Kendall Gerbasi races past a Scot defender. (Photo by Perry Hardin) than two minutes left in the game, as Stephanie Simon found the back of the net. Scot goalkeeper Joesphine Oblinger had a great night and made some really big saves to come close to her first varsity shutout. Great efforts defen­ sively were made by Chel­ sea Farver and Emily Birtles, said Caledonia Coach Kate Selke. Tuesday night the Scots opened O-K Gold play against the creme of the crop, Unity Christian and fell 8-0. The Crusaders scored four goals off of corner kicks, and two goals from break­ aways. "Despite the 0-4 score at half time, we played a much better second half,’* Quality work at competitive prices Senior Citizen Discounts said Selke. The goals scored during the second half came with only 12 minutes remaining in the game. “Unity beat us in the air, and it was evident we will need to work on aggressive­ ness for 50/50 balls," said Selke. “Despite the adver­ sity, our first conference game and first conference loss to last year's conference champs was not completely disheartening. Caledonia never gave up, and also im­ proved their team shape from the previous game." Next up for Caledonia is a test against Cedar Springs on Tuesday April 15. TK’s next contest is also after break when they host Low­ ell on April 14. Written Labor Warranty Licensed and Insured RESIDENTIAL ROOFING SPECIALIST Tear-offs & Re-roofs A1.L STAR ROOFING Call us for a free Professional Estimate _______ (616) 877-4253 � https://barrycountyhistoryportal.org/files/original/25/713/SunandNews_2003-04-15.pdf b94eca94dfe81e2f7699c387b8a99afb PDF Text Text kastihgs public library 121$ CHURCH ST HASTINGS Ml 49058-1893 Yolk Hometown Newspaper Sen/ing Middleville and Caledonia Areas 132nd year Middleville, Michigan 49333 No. 16/April 15, 2003 Green Lake Road house hit by fire Thornapple Township Emergency Services fire­ fighters confined damage from a fire that spread from a cracked chimney to one wall of a Green Lake Road residence Friday night. April 4. Structural damage to the $70,000 house was esti­ mated at $15,000, while smoke damage to the con­ tents of the home was esti­ mated at $5,000. Firefighters received a re­ port of the chimney fire at the Jim and Allison Rapson residence, 12040 Green Lake Road, at 10:32 p.m. The first crew arrived six minutes later to find smoke puffing from a wall that separated the staircase of the two-story home from the ga­ rage. A tanker from the Wayland Fire Department and an engine and personnel from Hastings were requested for help, but TTES firefighters were able to expose and ex­ tinguish the fire in a matter of minutes. "We didn't want to take any chances," said TTES Chief Mark Marentette. "Once a fire is in the walls, it can spread rapidly Our personnel did a great job of cutting this fire off and get­ ting at it before it could do any more damage than it al­ ready had. Still, it was reas­ suring to know that help was on the way." Wayland's crew was used at the scene to look for hot spots with its thermal imag­ ing camera, while Hastings was diverted to stand by at TTES' Middleville station in the event of another call. Fifteen TTES firefighters responded from the Mid­ dleville and Yankee Springs stations, while Wayland sent five personnel and Hastings sent six. Marentette said that the Rapsons reported they had been out for the evening Fri­ day. and returned home to find the garage hot and smoky. Helping the less fortunate Patrick Murphy from the Knights of Columbus from Holy Family Church accepts a donation from a shop­ per at Middleville Marketplace. The Knights of Co­ lumbus uses the money they raise to help support programs for special education students in the Thor­ napple Kellogg and Caledonia area schools. “Once a fire is in the walls, it can spread rapidly. Our personnel did a great job of cutting this fire off and get­ ting at it before it could do any more damage than it already had. Still, it was reassuring to know that help was on the way.” - TTES Chief Mark Marentette "This could have been much, much worse." Maren­ tette said. "I'm glad it worked out the way it did. These folks should be able to have their home fixed fairly soon." Volunteers are more than welcome at the KDL-Caledoma branch. “We couldn’t do what we do without them." says Head Librarian Jane Heiss. Just a few of the volunteers needed to help run a library (from left) Roberta Meeker of Middleville. Pat Cavner and Lodema Schroeder, both of Caledonia. Caledonia Library volunteers rewarded with ‘just desserts’ by Cathy Rueter Staff Writer Volunteers for the Cale­ donia branch of the Kent District Library received their ‘just desserts’ last Tuesday. It wasn’t JUST desserts, but homemade desserts, cookies, pies, coffee, punch, good humor and many thanks for their hard work on behalf of the library. Head Librarian Jane He­ The Thornapple Kellogg Education Association and iss, presented Friends of the TK Education Support Per­ Library President Eileen sonnel, divisions of the Bird, and the chairman of Michigan Education Asso­ the new library committee, ciation, will sponsor a com­ Eric Longman, with gift cer­ munity dance from 8 p.m. to tificates to Blue Dragon Restaurant for their tireless midnight Saturday. April 26. Proceeds will be used to work. When Longman stepped provide scholarships to graduating TK High School down from Friends of the seniors later this spring. The Library to concentrate on fund-raising dance will take the building committee, place in the Green Room at “Eileen stepped in, stepped up and has just been won­ the Middle Villa Inn. Tickets are $10 per per­ derful,” said Heiss. Longman is a well-recog­ son and are available for purchase at the Middle nized face around the li­ Villa. A cash bar will be brary. “I can’t put into words available throughout the course of the evening and a how much he’s done for us,” commented Heiss. “He’s 50/50 raffle will he held. Music for the dance will been very persistent in his be provided by “Chance En­ efforts toward this new counter.*’ Highly regarded in building.” Though not there for the the West Michigan music club scene, the musical dessert. Dawn Jacobson’s family will be receiving gift group has opened for such major acts as Eddie Money, certificates to Hungry How­ Blue Oyster Cult, Marshall ie’s Pizza. “Her family sat out all Tucker Band. Foghat and Lynyrd Skynyrd. Although summer long for Farmer’s classic rock and rock/blues Market,” said Heiss. “In ad­ are their specialty. Chance dition, they organized a can Encounter presents a variety collection with the money of music, always danceable going toward the new build­ and very entertaining. ing.” Of the many other people TK Middle School in­ structor Steve Evans is the who volunteer their time to the Caledonia Library, Heiss bass player for the group. Only 300 tickets are says, “We couldn’t do what available. Community Dance slated for April 26 we do without them. They come in and they help with the book sale, any of the fund-raising events...all we have to do is give them a call and they’re here.” For more information about the Friends of the Li­ brary group, volunteering at the library, or any other pro­ grams they offer, call 6473840. Head Librarian Jane Heiss (standing) presents a gift certificate for the Blue Dragon Restaurant to Friends of the Library President Eileen Bird of Caledonia for “step­ ping in and stepping up” when they needed her In This Issue Easter services planned at area churches ‘Bob the Builder’ starts library family storytime Middleville Planning Commission rejects sign location Trash rules temporarily suspended in Middleville �Page 2/The Sun and News, Middleville, Ml/April 15, 2003 Spring Plow Day slated at Historic Bowens Mills Spring Plow Day will feature old-fashioned demonstrations such as this one on site. Historic Bowens Mills will present the “Spring An- ™al Plow Day” from noon to 5 p.m. Saturday in the third of a series of four “Celebration of Spring” fes­ tivals this month. The events will begin in the Bowens Mills “Gather­ ing Place” with live baby animals, spring time dis­ plays, demonstrations, live country music and spring­ time photos and continues throughout the historical park with outdoor spring­ time activities. There will be several teams of draft horses & plowing demonstrations though out the day. In the past there have been as many as 21 teams of horses plowing and they come to the mill to plow, from all over Michigan. “All through history the planting of the fields and large farming tasks brought people together to lighten the work and make it more enjoyable,” said Bowens Mills co-owner Carleen Sabin. “Plowing the soil in springtime at Historic Bowens Mills brings to­ gether groups of friends and neighbors lending a helping hand in preparing the ground and planting seeds Baby chicks will be available for the petting at Bowens Mills Saturday after noon. 1992,” added Sabin. “If you have a team and would like to join in our Annual Spring Plow Day, please come, we’d enjoy having you here.” Inside the Gathering Place there will be live baby ani­ mals for the children to hold, cheese making demon­ strations and “The Miller's Wife.” Country music will be preformed from 2 to 4 p.m. by the "Landmark Band." The Bowens Mills Studios photographer will be on hand for children and family spring portraits. They are printed digitally. There is no admission charge to the Gathering Place. There is a $2 admis­ sion to the historical park that includes a free horsedrawn wagon ride and a Wednesday, April 16 barnyard horse pull at 4 p.m. Breakfast for lunch. Other attractions in the French toast sticks w/ sausage patty or turkey sandwich on bun, potato Rolling 15.18 rounds, juice box, milk. TK SCHOOL LUNCH MENUS Thursday, April 17 Cornstack. Chili and cheese over corn nacho chips or hamburg on a bun, com, mixed fruit in jello. TO SIXTY ob $3,000 mbutf OH Ml chevy/buich Mimas Bill Seif Chevrolet Buick y—, JZjF Mono** & « » • ’ubm-. S M-37 HASTXGS 8 9 2W-945-2425 1-800-235-2425 -CHEvy CORVETTES Dttlrr LI Acres in Middleville! r ; Friday, April 18 ZE170 park are the "Fork River Trappers Trading Post." along with the 1864 grist mill, the 1850s one room Moe school house and the 1840s plank house. There will also be pony rides avail­ able ($2 charge). Historic Bowens Mills is a visitor supported, second generation family owned and operated state historic site. The mission of current owners Owen and Carleen Sabin is to preserve the his­ tory of days gone by for fu­ ture generations to learn from and enjoy. Bowens Mills is located midway between Grand Rapids and Kalamazoo, two miles north of Yankee Springs State Park on Briggs Road near Gun Lake. For more information call 269-795-7530 or visit www.BowensMills.com. for an assured good crop in the harvest season. “It is a day to come and spend time at the farmstead of Historic Bowens Mills and experience the beauty of draft animals at work in the field. A time to share in the pleasure of celebrating spring and the plowing of the fields, with people inter­ ested in teaching and learn­ ing the skills, and to enjoy the beauty of their work. “It is a yearly celebration of the spring turning of fer­ tile soils that began here in Pizza or fish sandwich on bun, mixed veggies, fresh apples, milk. i i ® 15.18 Acr«» Monday, April 21 Cheesey ravioli or chicken salad rollup, green beans, pears, milk. ! Beautiful rolling acreage in Middleville! Very private! Conventional perk! Uxated off Parmalee Road Tuesday, April 22 Chicken stir fry over brown rice or ham and cheese on a bun, veggie sticks, peaches, milk. prproperTiescom Call Tim Forell (616) 499-1404 are invited and (vede/ned te: Caledonia United Methodist Church Our Easter Schedule-2003: Thursday, April 17 Maundy Thursday 7:00 p.m. worship service Friday, April 18 Good Friday 7:00 p.m., a service of prayer and reflection Saturday, April 19 Easter Egg Hunt, 11:00 a.m. We are located in the Village of Caledonia, off M-37 and Emmons at 250 Vine Street. EASTER \ SUNDAY, APRIL 20 8:30 a.m. Worship Service 9:30 a.m. Easter Breakfast 11.-00 a.m. Worship Service z �The Sun and News, Middleville. Ml/April 15. 2003/Page 3 United Way announces 2004 allocations Barry County United Way has completed its 2004 allocation§. Altogether, $240,148 has been allocated to 26 area non-profit agencies and Barry United Way for direct services to the community, according to Matt Thomp­ son, chairperson of the U/W Allocations Committee. These agencies and services assist over 23,000 individu­ als in a given year. The allocations commit­ tee is made up of a diverse group of individuals from all areas of Barry County. They are charged with dividing into small groups and meet­ ing with three or four agen­ cies that are requesting funds. The agencies’ finan­ cial statements, including audits and IRS 990 forms, are thoroughly reviewed by the group prior to their ini­ tial meeting. The agencies then must show how they are providing service to Barry County and how it is impacting the community. Allocation panels then must decide how best to divide the available money among these organizations. “ft has been a difficult process over the last few years because of the amount of dollars designated out of our area,” Thompson said. “We don’t want to discour­ age people from designating to their favorite organiza­ tions, but we would like to be able to keep more of the dollars local.” A total of $86,989 was al­ located through specific des­ ignations stipulated by do­ nors. A total of $5,079 went to local non-United Way agencies; $4,289 went to agencies located within Michigan; $9,197 went to other United Ways; and $2,834 went to out-of-state not-for-profit agencies. Di­ rect service from the United Way totaled $77,060 and in­ cluded the Volunteer Center, the Continuum of Care for homelessness, Information and Referral Services, Boost America and the Fresh Food Initiative. Two new agencies were funded this year. Green Ga­ bles Haven and the Thornapple Arts Council. Green Gables Haven is a domestic violence shelter being opened in Barry County. According to Dana Rittenberg, allocations group chairperson, “We were really impressed by the work being done to get a do­ mestic violence shelter in Barry County. The Green Gables Haven board of di­ rectors is working diligently, but needs the allocation dol­ lars to help open the doors.” Jan McKeough. secretary of Green Gables Haven, said, “We really appreciate the allocations panel fund­ ing us in our first year of op­ eration. Every penny makes a difference in the ability to serve this population.” Until Green Gables opens, those needing shelter must travel to SAFE Place in Battle Creek. Sylvia’s Place in Allegan or Sirens in Charlotte. The Thornapple Arts Council will receive a $950 matching grant to help fund an after-school arts program for elementary and middie school students. This pro­ gram will enable young peo­ ple to have a safe, creative after-school activity that will include a variety of art me­ diums, according to the allo­ cations request. Other agencies receiving funding included 4-H. Barry County Red Cross. Barry County Big Brothers/Big Sisters. CASA, The ARK (Catholic Family Services), Barry County Child Abuse Prevention Council. Com­ mission on Aging. DARE. DISTANCE. Family and Children Services. Food Bank of South Central Michigan. Gerald R. Ford Boy Scouts, Glow ing Ember Girl Scouts. Habitat for Hu­ manity, Barry County Healthy Families. Hospice. Nashville Community Pro­ grams, Salvation Army. Barry County Substance Abuse. Thornapple Parks and Recreation. VALUES, the Victim Service Unit, and the YMCA. Allocations committee members included Thomp­ son. Kevin Konarska. Dana Walters, Group Chairperson Mark Kolanowski. Tonya Gould. Carl Schoessel. Bryan Gruesbeek. Group Chairperson Dana Rittenberg. Joe Babiak. Rick Ar­ nett. Group Chairperson David Hatfield. Dr. Scott Brasseur. Denise Newman. Group Chairperson Ron Martin. Jane DeBat. Bruce Hunt. Group Chairperson Cortney Collison. Jennifer Richards. Dan Vroman. Dr. Lynn McConnell. Group Chairperson Ron Neil. Patty Woods and Mark Larsen. Anyone interested in serv­ ing on the allocations com­ mittee or having questions for Barry County United Wav can call Lani Forbes at (269) 945-4010. ALTO FIREMEN’S PANCAKE SUPPER Annual Pancakes, Eggs, Sausage, Milk, Coffee & Pure Maple Syrup Alto Fire Station Saturday, April 26,h 5:00 - 8:30 p.m. Cost: Donations at Door Stadium Seating Gives YOU An Unobstructed View JPRINC WATINiEi Honoring those who serve This wall at Middleville Marketplace is reserved to honor those residents in the area who are serving in the United State Armed Services. Store employees want all local families to know they are “Proud to be Americans” and proud of those working to protect America and its ideals. AV EDA. the art and science of pure flower and plant essence^ ^ONTEMPO <5^LON 616-891-1093 9551 Cherry valley, Caledonia village Centre SHOWTIMES 4/14-4/17 ■ O ANGER MANAGEMENT (PG 13) BMH4L11MHUM S11IHK 12 20,2 30.4 30. 7 15. 920 HEAD OF STATE (PG-13) ■WTM.'SUMM HARM 100.2 55.4 50. 7:10.0:10 PIGLET S BIG MOVIE tG) 12 40 2 20. 4 20 DREAMCATCHER ' i 6 55 9 40 OWMAT A GIRL WANTS (PG) J ■ Freeport firefighters seek auction items While doing your spring cleaning in the next several weeks, don’t forget the Free­ port Fire Department Auc­ tion planned for May 17 at the Freeport Fire Bam. American Legion Post Caledonia Food Events for April: All events start at 5:30 p.m Public Welcome FISH FRY EVENTS: Friday, April 18th (Proceeds go to Cystic Fibrosis) STEAK FRY EVENT; Friday, April 25th 616-891-1882 Your donated items can include everything from couches to the kitchen sink. Please, no refrigerators or tires. “Every spring for at least the last 20 years this auction is our largest fund-raiser of the year,” Fire Chief Jim Yarger said. “And every year it gets bigger!” Local residents donate new and used items that are auctioned off. Proceeds go to assist with purchasing fire department equipment. Terry Armour has volun­ teered to auction the items beginning at 10 a.m. If you would like to do­ nate items for the auction, please call and leave a mes­ sage at the fire department, 616/765-5450. A time can be set for either pick-up or bringing the items to the sta­ tion. I I I mith iamond I I — SOUTH OFFICE I 8980 N. RODGERS DR., CALEDONIA, Ml I HELLO NEIGHBOR! I I H515 IQOth Street (3.7 miles E. of Whitneyville Rd.) I CALEDONIA SCHOOLS - 3.9 ACRES I $229,900. Sharp 2-story. Formal living room. I Family room with fireplace. Office with French I doors. Laundry room. 2-1/2 baths. Walk-out/dayI light basement with roughed-in plumbing. Tor­ nado shelter. 40' hip roof barn with second floor, I cement floor, 200 amp electric and water. Perfect I setting for the growing country family CALL I JOHN OR MARY KAY McCLEVE, 891-2222, I X233 or 292-4548. CALEDONIA OFFICE. I Smith-Diamond Realtors* I Toll Free 1-888-891-0107 I Elizabeth Belson <616) 891-2222 Karen Ohlrkh (616) 891-2222 I Sharon (616) 891-2222 Ron Prins Emerson (616) 891-2222 (616) 891-2222 Ron Richards I Joan Guikema (616) 891-7176 Lois Heckman (616) 891-2222 Dave Vanderwoude (616) 891-2222 I Lorna Huilinger (616) 891-2222 Ted VanDuinen (616) 891-2222 I Debra Lampani 262-8333 Tanner Whitcomb (616) 891-2222 (616) 891-7171 Cathy Wilderotter I John McCleve (616) 891-2222 Kay McCleve ..... (616) 891-7172 Joy Wolbers (616) 891-2222 I Mary Sam Wright Mark McCleve (616) 889-4558 (616) 891-2222 S -D ~ free MARKET ANALYSIS 891-2222 I Deanna McCulfor Ryan Ogle (616) 891-2222 (616) 891-2222 Wendy Zandstra (616) 891-SOLD I I I I I I I I I I I I I I I I I I I I I I I I I I �Page 4/The Sun and News, Middleville. Ml/Apnl 15. 2003 Easter services planned al area churches Caledonia area First Baptist Church of Alto; at 60th and Bancroft, 616-838-6403 or 616-8911840. Easter Sunday, April 20; breakfast and sunrise service at 8:15 a.m. The Cries of Victory service at 11 a.m. and the Easter musi­ cal will be performed at 6 p.m. Leighton Church, 4180 2nd Street, Caledonia. 616891-8028. Maundy Thurs­ day dinner. Thursday. April 17, 6:30 p.m. A freewill of­ fering will be collected to support missions. Easter Sunday will start with a sunrise service at 6:30 a.m. followed by a pan­ cake breakfast. The Easter musical “Crucified with Christ" will be presented at the 8:30 and 11 a m. serv­ ices. St. Paul Lutheran Church, at the corner of 84th Street and Kraft Avenue. Caledo­ nia. 616-891-8688. Holy LOCAL CHURCH DIRECTORY ALASKA BAPTIST CHURCH A Litin# Church - Senin# a Lirin# Lord FIRST BAPTIST CHURCH OF MIDDLEVILLE M-37, north of Middleville • ^95-9726 Bruce N. Stewart. Senior Pastor Morning Worship 9:30a.m. Tun A- Vine, Asst. Pastor Youth Fellowship Time................................... 10:35a.m. Douglas G. Beason, Visitation Sunday School ............................. 10.50 a.m. Pastor Gary Weaver. Musk Minister Evening Praise....................................... 6.00p.m Pastor David Stewart. CE - Children's Pastor WEDNESDAY Family Night 6:30 p.m. Sunday School................................... 9:45 a.m. Sunday .Morning Worship Service. . 11:00 a.m. 7240 68lh Street, SE - Caledonia Sunday Evening Service............................. 6:00 p.m. 2 miles east of M-37 Pastor, Dr. Brian F. Harrison Youth Pastor Kerin Stiles COMMUNITY a place to belong CHURCH a place to become (Contemporary, Casual, Non-denominational) Sunday Morning Worship............... 9: JO & 11 00 a.m. Youth Ministry......................................... 891-0576 Now meeting in our new building at 8175 Broadmoor* Rev Michael Stowell. Ix-ad Pastor Joe Cipcic, Worship leader Denns Houma. Youth Pastor Church Office 616-891 0287 Visit our web site www brightside org CALEDONIA CHRISTIAN REFORMED CHURCH Wednesday Md Week Prayer 6:45p.m. Word of Life CluDs..................................... 6:45 p.m. MIDDLEVILLE CHRISTIAN REFORMED 708 W. Main Street Morning Worship Service Sunday School Evening Worship Service 10.00 a m. 11:15 a.m. 6:00 p.m. YOU ARE INVITED Rev. Tom DeVnes, Pastor - 795-9901 Middleville Good Shepherd Wesleyan Church Lutheran Church 1664 N. M-37 Highway GRACE UNITED REFORMED CHURCH ew Life FUSTIAN CHURCH 10 AM Sunday Morning Proclaiming the Whole Counsel of Cod Services at 930 a m. and 6 p.m. 3449 - 76th St. S.E., Caledonia 698-9660 9255 84th Street. Alto, Ml 49302 One mile east of Whilneyville Rd. A Church for today’s world Spirit-filled family Church. Rev P Adams Phone 891-8440 Sunday School for ages 3 yr thru 6th grade: Sr. High. Sun. 6:30 pm Jr. High. Sun. 6:30 pm CALEDONIA HOLY FAMILY CATHOLIC CHURCH GUN LAKE COMMUNITY CHURCH & PRESCHOOL 12200 West M-179 Highway (Chief Noondas Road) Wayland, Ml 49348 Kraft Avenue at Johnson Street Meeting you. your friends, and your family — right where you 're at. Rev. Dave LeBlanc, Pastor Phone 891-9259 Sunday Worship: 9:00 a.m. or 10:30 a.m. Wednesday Worship 6:30 p.m. Saturday Evening Mass ... .5:00 p.m. Sunday Mass . ,9:00 a.m. & 11:00 a.m. fflctljobist QLfjurd) 5590 Whitneyvilie Ave., S.E. Alto. Ml 49302 Sunday School...10:00 a.m. Morning Worship... 11:00 a.m. Evening Worship...6:00 p.m. Wednesday Prayer Meeting...7:00 p.m. ffev. floyfe Bailard, Pastor Phone 868-6437 April IK Good Fnrfaj 7.00 pjn. Prayer Semct April 20 Easier Sunday - 8.30 am........ .......................... ......... _ ImuD Vmcr 930 a«. _________________ _____ Bnakfasi 11.00 am. . Sermon Topic “A Case of Mixed Emoaom" Rev Norman Kohns • (6161 891-8167 Church Office 616 89141669 • Fas 891-6648 uu w caledomaumc.org CHURCH Lakeside Community Church K Place for Family & Fneods 6201 W hitney Mlle Avenue. Alio CHRISTIAN REFORMED Contemporary Worship 930 a m Sunday School for Ail Age* |0:45 am. Ei cmng Worship 6:00 p m Pastor Roger Buhman • Church Office 868-0391 9 45 am Church School. Sunday Praise Singing 10.50 am Morning Worship 11 00 am Wed Fellowship 730 p m Pastor E.G Frizzell Church Ph. 616-868-6810 • Pastor s Ph 616^97-6740 M-37 between Middleville & Caledonia Sunday Worship: 8:30 a.m. Traditional li a.m. Contemporary 6 p.m. Praise/Bible Study |IC|XC Wednesday 6:00 P.M. Evening Prayer phone 795-2370 or 946-9327 Vicar - Rev. David T. Hustwick + St Paul Lutheran Church Missouri Synod Comer of 84th St and Kraft in Caledonia ______ Unite west of M-37 Holy Week Services Maundy Thursday Good Friday Saturday Service Traditional Easter Services 700PM 7.00PM 7.00PM 8:30 8r 1100 AM All Services have a Nursery available • Barner Free Pastor Robert Gerke • Pastor David Ziehr Office Phone 891-8688 SS. CYRIL and METHODIUS CHURCH As of now, the 9:30 Mass of SS. Cyni & Sondiy Hunting Vusiup AJOam TraUtnul 11-00 am Gcarrnprary Sundrc Vhtai fur AM Ag» 1000 a.m Sunday Eitnmg Senior 500 pan. FW Fnrrcfe. Pir-xh U -5d’.' Sept -Apm « 6 JO p m Aduk BMe study - Wednodav jfcJO pm • XOKMcV iVM UiJchAJ <6161 M91-H)2s • e-mal cigfaoc Preaching the Living WordServing The Risen Lord Sunday School ...................... 9:30 a in Sunday Morning Worship .10:30 a m. (Jr. Church 8c Nursery available.) Currently meeting at: Emmons Lake Elementary 8950 Kraft SE, Caledonia Rev. Dennis Ross Church: (616) 868-7425 UNITED METHODIST CHURCHES Middleville - Parmelee nd ....................9 30 am Middievilie Morning Worship 11 00 am Sunday School (Adults).......................... 9 45 am. Nursery ■ Grode 5........................................... HOOam Grades 6-8 Sunday Evenings 5 00^ 15pm Grades 9.12 Sunday Evenngs 6 30-800 pm Grades 6-12 Wednesday Evening: 600-730 p m Rev. Lee Zachntuu Church Office Phone - 795-9266 Community Church Finding the Way Together! An informal, contemporary church committed to our community. Rev. Dr. Jack Doorlag. Interim Minister Nursery’ & children’s activities durins all services. For more information: (616) 891 -8119 Pastor: Rev. Josh Blunt Contact our Dutton office at (6!6) 65-65-WAY Check our web site Located in Leighton Township Corner of 2nd street and 142nd Avenue BAY TOCXSEM) THORN APPLE BIBLE CHURCH Sunday Worship is at 10:00am in Caledonia Middle School's cafeteria. Everyone is welcome! * w* lakeswiccommurut) org Leighton Church ALASKA CONGREGATION 8146 68th St near Whrtneyvtle Ave (Holy Communion 2nd Sunday) 11:00 A.M. Holy Communion WAYFAREI< Clefedta/e... 259 V me Street (M 37 to Emmons to Vine1 7.-Npju. Caumunum Sunday Service Timat 9:15 A.M. Morning Prayer Parmelee Morning worship 269-795-7903 ww w gunlakecommtmHychurch.org a CALEDONIA fl" UNITED METHODIST April I’ Maundy Thursday 2415 McCann Rd. (In Irving) Middleville. Ml 49333 • 945-1555 908 W Main Street Methodius will take place at St Therese Located near the corner of M-37 and McCann (Missouri Synod) Church in Wayland while the final Service Times: Worship............................................. 9:30a.m.Sunday School............................................. 9:45 a m. phase of the building of the church Sunday School........................ 11.00 a.m. Morning Worship....................................... 11:00 a.m. takes place. Mass at SS. Cyril 8( Method­ Evening Worship.................................................. 6:00p.m. Adult Bible Class...................... 11:00 a.m. ius will resume again July 13.2003, when Youth Group:............................... 6:00 p.m. Sunday Rev. E. Anthony Sikora the dedication takes place. We apolo­ Midweek 7:00 p.m. Wed. Church: (616) 795-2391 gize for the inconvenience. 9:30 a.m. 1 hurs. Sunday Worship ............................ 9:30 a m. and 0:00 p.m. (Child & Adult) (During (he School Year) Church Office: (616) «91 -1512 M-37 at 100th St Continued next page www.StPaulCaledonia.orq “A Church with a caring heart for our community and the world" Rev. R. Scott Greenway, Pastor Keith Slulp, Youth Director Al Tiemeyer, Community Calling week services w ill be held at 7 p.m. on Maundy Thurs­ day. April 17. Good Friday. April 18 and Saturday. April Redeemer Covenant Church —Lighting Up Lives for Cod— Sunday Worship 930 am Christian Education Hour 11.-00 am Wednesday Family Night S:45-&00 pm Pastor Paul M Hillman Vouth Pastor David Lnkvon 6951 Hanna Lake Avenue. Cakdoma 61649MOOI redeemet^isen net ’^emeKovenanLarg A wwmbo Jftht twmgdxai Qjmtrjfe Chuchn J Awriia ■■ • - ayfarercc.org WHITNEYVILLE Bible Church 8546 VAiTe/v .e Ave at 84m St • 891-8661 "The Church where every body is somebody... ...and Jesus is l^ord” Meeting at Caledonia High School Sunday Schoa Sunday Momng Worsnp Meetrg at chope on ^meyvie Ave Sinday Evenng Atory«p Wed Mdweev Pra/er 4 Study »ev thcrrai SUys. 930 am. 10 30 a m 6 00 p m. 7 00 p m. sosrtor- Assoc Pastor yyeos-e ^ "eMeooieorg �The Sun and News. Middleville. Ml/Apnl 15. 2003/Page 5 at noon and 7 p.m. A service will be held on Saturday, April 19 at 10 a.m. The Great Vigil of Easter begins that evening at 7 p.m. Easter Sunday services will be held at 8 and 10 a.m. on April 20. First United Methodist Church. 209 W. Green Street. Hastings. 269-9459574. Maundy Thursday. April 17. worship service in the sanctuary at 7:30 p.m. Good Friday Tenebrae Service begins at 7:30 p.m. in the sanctuary. This is a Tenebrae service with the lighting of candles which ends in darkness and silence on April 18. On April 20. Easter cele­ brations begin with a sunrise service at 8 a.m. followed by breakfast at 8:30. Then “LIVE Under the Dome” at 9:30 a.m. followed by re­ freshments. The traditional service begins at 11 a.m. 269-945-9121. Easter Sun Free Methodist Church. day services on April 20 be 301 E. State road at the cor­ ner of Boltwood. Hastings. Continued next page “40 DAYS OF PURPOSE” BEGINS THIS WEEKEND! whht on ehrth The solemn contemplation of Lent and Good Fri­ day ends with joyous celebration on Easter Sunday, April 20. Local florists like Thornapple Floral in Mid­ dleville are prepared to supply lilies and spring flow­ ers. From previous page 19. Traditional Easter serv­ ices will be held at 8:30 and 11 a.m. on Sunday. April 20. Clarksville Gateway Community Church. 165 N. Main St.. 616-693-2168. The Maundy Thursday service on April 17 at 7 p.m. This is a solemn evening focusing on the pas­ sion, suffering and death of Christ. The service will con­ clude with Holy Commun­ ion. The Easter service will begin at 10 a.m. on Sunday, \pi :l 20 Freeport Freeport United Method­ ist Church and the Freeport United Brethren Church will hold a combined community church service at 7 p.m. on Good Friday. April 18 at the United Brethren Church at the corner of Church and Cherry streets. Easter Sunday, April 20, the day will begin with a sunrise service at the Free­ port Cemetery cross at 7 a.m. with a breakfast imme­ diately following at the Freeport United Methodist Church at the corner of Cherry and Maple streets. The Freeport Methodist Church will hold its Easter church service at 9:30 a.m. Gun Lake Area St. Francis of Assisi Epis­ copal Church, 11850 W 9 Mile Road, Orangeville, 664-4345. Maundy Thursday serv­ ice, April 17 at 7:30 p.m. Good Friday service, April 18 at 7:30 p.m. and Easter Service, 9:30 a.m. on April 20. Hastings Emmanuel Episcopal church, 315 Center Street, Hastings , 269-945-3014. Maundy Thursday. April 17, 7 p.m. The Watch begins following this service and ends at 7 a.m. on Good Fri­ day. April 18. Two services will be held on Good Friday, tfzH / HERE FOR? f i 7o\i are not an accident! You were created by God for five purposes, and until you understand them, life will not make sense. Over 1,000 churches nationwide are participating in a spiritual journey this spring called “40 Days of Purpose.” They will show a series of 6 video lectures by Dr. Rick Warren that answers life’s most fundamental question: “What is the purpose of my life?” BEGINNING NEXT WEEK IN A HOME NEAR YOU! You’re invited to enjoy this important series in a comfortable home setting in your neighborhood. Multiple host homes in the Caledonia and surrounding areas will be showing these video lectures, so there are plenty of locations and days to choose from. There are six video lectures in the series. Try the first session, with­ out any commitment, and see if you like it! There is no cost. By attending a 40 Days of Purpose video group, you will receive... • a free copy of the new bestseller, The Purpose Driven Life • a free personal study guide on the purpose of life You can get information on the locations nearest you: 1. At Brightside Community Church this weekend Service Times: Sunday 9:30 & 11:00 a.m. 2. By Internet: Go to www.brightside.org Holy Week Schedule of Events 3. By Phone: Call Bonnie at (616) 891-0287 Maundy Thursday Dinner Thursday, April 17th - 6:30 p.m. A freewill offering will be collected to support missions. Easter Sunday. April 20th Easter Sunrise Service - 6:30 a.m. followed by Pancake Breakfast Easter Musical "Crucified w ith Christ" presented at 8:30-11:00 a.m. Worship Services LEIGHTON CHURCH 4180 - 2nd Street • Caledonia, MI 49316 COMMUNITY CHURCH Caledonia M-37/Broadmoor Ave. just north of 84th St. �Page 6/The Sun and News, Middleville, Ml/April 15. 2003 Easter services, continued from pg. 5---------gin with an early service of praise at 8:30 a.m. followed by breakfast in the Fellow­ ship Hall at 9 a.m. At 10:30 the church presents the Easter musical drama “The Cross of Love.” Grace Lutheran Church, 239 E. North St., Hastings, 269-945-9414. Maundy Thursday. April 17, worship service begins at 7 p.m. On Good Friday. April 18 the silent cross walk begins at 9:30 a.m. A worship serv­ ice will begin at 7 p.m. The Easter Vigil service begins at 7 p.m. on Holy Saturday, April 19. On Easter Sunday, April 20 the first worship service begins at 6 a.m. followed by breakfast at 7:30 a.m. and the egg hunt at 8:30 a m. A second celebration service will begin at 10:45 a.m. There will be no 8 a.m. serv­ ice or Sunday school on Easter. Thornapple Valley Church. 2750 S. M-43 High­ way. Hastings. 269-9482549. Easter service times are Saturday. April 19 at 6 p.m. and Sunday. April 20 at 7:45 a.m., 9:10 a m.. 10:35 a.m. and noon. Lake Odessa Central Methodist Church, downtown Lake Odessa, 374-8861. The church will hold a special Touch of Country “Solid Oak Furniture” 96 W. Main • Lowell (616) 897-0329 Tues. April 15 Only 9 am - 9 pm “Ouch Day” jor SOME “Savings Day”/or YOU dramatic presentation of the Last Supper on Maundy Thursday. April 17 begin­ ning at 6:30 p.m. Reserva­ tions for the dinner follow­ ing the service can be made by calling the church office. On Good Friday. April 18, the community Good Friday service will begin at 1 p.m. There will be an Easter Egg hunt for children on Saturday. April 19 at 1 p.m. The Easter Sunrise serv­ ice with breakfast is a coop­ erative effort between the Central Methodist Church and the Lakewood United Methodist church. It begins at 7 a.m. There will also be a 10:30 a.m. service at Central Methodist on Sunday, April 20. Middleville First Baptist Church of Middleville on M-37 pre­ sents “The Promise” with the church choir on Wednes­ day, April 16 at 7 p.m. It will also be presented at 7 p.m. on Good Friday, April 18 at 7 p.m. and on Easter Sunday at 6 p.m. The Easter morning service begins at 11 a.m. on April 20. Peace Church. 6950 Cherry Valley Road, Mid­ dleville, 616-891-81119. A living dramatization of the Last Supper will be pre­ sented on Maundy Thurs­ day. April 17 at 7 p.m. On Good Friday, the church invites worshipers to follow the steps of Jesus from the upper rocm to his burial at a service featuring Holy Week Events ~at~ Peace Reformed Church Maundy Thursday, April 17 at 7:00 pm Living dramatization of The Last Supper Good Friday, April 18 at 7:00 p.m. A service featuring..."The 14 Stations of the Cross" Fbllow the steps of Jesus from the upper room to tils burial. Easter Sunday, April 20 SonRise Service at Peace Church, 7:30 a.m. Easter Breakfast at Peace Church, 8:15-9:30 a.m.; Community Easter Service at Caledonia High School Auditorium, 10:30 a.m. Our Mission: To lead people into a living relationship with Jesus Christ and help them become fully devoted followers of Him. CHURCH 6950 Cherry Valley Rd., between Middleville and Caledonia phone: 616-891-8119 www.peacechurch.ee Rev. Dr. Jack Doorlag the “14 Stations of the Cross ' beginning at 7 p.m. On Easter Sunday. April 20. the church will hold a SonRise service at the church at 7:30 a.m. followed by breakfast at 8:15 a.m. The Community Easter Service will be held in the Caledonia High School auditorium beginning at 10:30 a.m. Saints Andrew & Matthias Independent Angli­ can Church, 2415 McCann Road. The last Lenten meal will follow the communion service on Wednesday, April 16 Holy Communion service. The Maundy Thurs­ day Communion service be­ gins on April 17 at 6:15 p.m. Good Friday services be­ gin on April 18 at 11 a.m. with morning prayer fol­ lowed at noon by the Litany and Ante-communion. There will also be a morn­ ing prayer service on Satur­ day, April 19 beginning at 9:15 a.m. ist Church, community On Easter. April 20. Holy Good Friday service on communion will be cele­ April 18 at 1 p.m. Co spon­ brated at both the 9:15 and sored by Nashville United 11 a.m. services. Methodist and Peace United United Methodist Methodist Churches. Churches of Middleville and Peace United Methodist Parmalee. Ill Church Church. 6043 E. M-79 Street, Middleville. 795- Highway. Nashville 5179266. 852-1993. Easter Sunday. Friday. April 18 the com­ April 20. begins at 8:15 a.m. munity Good Friday spon­ with breakfast followed by sored by the United Method­ the sunrise serve at 9 and the ist Church and the Mid­ regular worship service at dleville Reformed church 9:45 a m. The church is lo­ will hold its 30th annual cated r miles'west of Nash­ ville at the corner of M-79 service at 7 p.m. On Sunday. April 20 Sun­ and Barry vide Road. Vermont* ilk rise Service will be held on Ainger Bible Church. the hill at the Mount Hope Cemetery at 6 a.m. in Mid­ Bright Hope Bible Church. Chester Gospel Church and dleville Easter breakfast at 7 a.m. Vermontville Bible Church are holding their annual in Middleville Easter services at 9:30 Good Friday Service at the a.m. at the Parmalee Church Chester Gospel church. and at 11 a.m. at the Mid­ 3744 W. Vermontville dleville Church. Highway at 7 p.m. The Nashville theme of the service is Nashville United Method­ “Cross Made Differences.” Ten local students earn degrees at WMU Ten local students re­ ceived degrees at the con­ clusion of the fall academic term at Western Michigan University. The students, their home­ towns, parents (where made known), types of degrees, major fields of study and special acadenic honors, where applicable, were: • Julie Lynn Anderson of Alto, master of arts, teach­ ing in the middle school. • Jeffrey Foster of Alto, bachelor of science in engi­ neering, materials engineer­ ing. • Janelle K. Sheridan of Alto, bachelor of arts in criminal justice. • Nick L. VanVorst of Alto, bachelor of business administration, computer in­ formation systems. • Wendy Lee Cammet of Caledonia, daughter of Mi­ chael and Doreen Schafer, master of business admini­ stration. • William Roger Miller of Caledonia, son of Roger and Donna Miller, master of arts, teaching in the elemen­ tary school. • Amanda Beth Morrison of Caledonia, daughter of John Vander Bee, bachelor of science in physical educa­ tion exercise science, cum laude (cumulative grade point average of 3.50 to 3.69). • Kristy Schroeder of Caledonia, daughter of Dan­ iel and Deborah Schroeder, bachelor of science, elemen­ tary group minors. • Krissta Lynn Hannapel • of Middleville, bachelor of science in elementary group minors, magna cum laude. • Susan M. Porter of Mid dleville, master of arts in teaching in the elementary school. From Our Readers Local Citizens Speak Out On Issues Motherhood is cause of poverty To the editor: Mothers and More, a local support group for women in their active parenting years, is striving to raise the con­ sciousness of women through information, support and comaraderie. What many adults do not realize is that mothers spend an average of 11.5 years out of the work force caring for others, which decimates their retirement savings. In return for caring for others, mom gets decreased eco­ nomic security, reduced so­ cial security and an in­ creased risk of poverty. The unpaid labor of mothers is not counted in the Gross Do­ mestic Product (the nation's measure of productivity). Mothers in the workforce earn, at most, 73% of what everyone else does. Today paid work is val­ ued above all else. It is time that we treat unpaid caregiv­ ing as an equally valuable and vital contribution to our economy and society. In the US, 81% of women become mothers. Our society cannot hope to address women's needs without addressing mothers' needs. And society will not address mothers' needs until mothers get in­ volved. Mothers and More a na­ tional non-profit organiza­ tion is dedicated to support­ ing mothers and to making mothers and all the work they do count. Locally meet­ ings are held at 7 p.m. the second and fourth Monday of each month at Kids First Learning Place (420 Misty Ridge Drive-lower level), Middleville. We also offer playgroups, outings, email networking, volunteer work, charitable fundraising and fun. For further information, please visit www.mothersandmore.org or call (269)795-5242. Mothers & More, Middleville BANKRUPTCY ► WAGE GARNISHMENTS ► HARASSING CREDITOR PHONE CALLS ► LAWSUITS ► FORECLOSURES ► COLLECTIONS We Can Help! $ -’69-945-6320 & 'fl 877-213-DEBT (3328) Ta V ^lzava & Kuzava, pk �The Sun and News. Middleville. MUApril 15. 2003/Page 7 SERVING OUR COUNTRY Eric I). Smith Eric D Smith has joined the United States Arm} under the delayed entry pro­ gram. The program gives young men and women the opportunity to delay enter­ ing active duty for up to one year. The enlistment gives the new soldier the option to learn a new skill, travel and become eligible to receive as much as $50,000 toward a college education. After completion of basic military training, soldiers receive advanced individual training in their career job specialty prior to being assigned to their first permanent duty station. Smith, currently attending Thornapplc Kellogg High School, Middleville, will report to Fort Benning, C olumbus. Ga., for active duty July 31. He is the son of Laura and David Smith of Middleville. U’frturwti $4.95/mo Internet? By David Stowers there is a great company tn the area called Nctpcnny.net Nctpcnny.net offers fast, reliable, and exfnmr/v inexpensive dial-up Internet access to our community for only $4.95 a month. They have no contracts, no set up fees and they don’t even require a credit card - With the cost of Internet for most families in our area running in excess of $19.95 or more per month, its refreshing to know that we have a high-quality/low-cost alternative • For more info go to www.netpenny.oeUr call (hem toll tree (888) 248-7239. Ronald J. Haynes Air Force Airman 1st Class Ronald J. Haynes has arrived for duty at Shaw Air Force Base, Sumter. S.C. Haynes is a precision measurement equipment laboratory apprentice assigned to the 20th Component Maintenance Squadron. He is the son of Ralph H and Sheryl A. Haynes of Middleville. The airman is a 1998 graduate ofThomapple Kellogg High School. Tiffany A. Zandstra Navy Seaman Tiffany A. Zandstra, daughter of Vicki L. Fedewa of Lowell and Charlie Carroll of Middle­ ville. recently completed U.S. Navy basic training at Recruit Training Command, Great Lakes. III. During the eight-week program, Zandstra complet­ ed a variety of training which included classroom study and practical instruc­ tion on naval customs, first aid. fire fighting, water safe­ ty and survival, and ship­ board and aircraft safety. An emphasis was also placed on physical fitness. The capstone event of boot camp is "Battle Stations." This exercise gives recruits the key skills and confidence they need to graduate and take to the fleet. “Battle Stations” has been designed to galvanize the basic warrior attributes of sacrifice, dedication, teamwork and endurance in each recruit through the practical application of basic Navy skills and the core val­ ues of honor, courage and commitment. Its distinctly ‘Navy’ flavor was designed to take into account what it means to be a Sailor. Zandstra is a 1997 gradu­ ate of Wayland Union High School. Snowmobiles banned in Village of Middleville Brandon M. Awrey Brandon M. Awrey has joined the United States Army under the delayed entry program. The program gives young men and women the oppor­ tunity to delay entering active duty for up to one year. The enlistment gives the new soldier the option to learn a new skill, travel and become eligible to receive as much as $50,000 toward a college education. After completion of basic military training, soldiers receive advanced individual training in their career job specialty prior to being assigned to their first permanent duty station. Awrey. currently a student at Thornapplc Kellogg High School. Middleville, will re­ port to Fort Benning, Col­ umbus, Ga.. for active duty on Aug. 5. He is the son of Robin Orama of Middleville and Michael Awrey of Wy oming, Mich. GET ALL THE NEWS OF BARRY COUNTY! Subscribe to the Hastings Banner. Call 269-945-9554 to order your subscription today! The Village Council of Middleville made a difficult decision at its April 8 meet- War support group to meet The “Middleville Support Group” continues to meet while conflict continues in Iraq. Weekly meetings will be held each Tuesday, as long as the current conflict lasts, at the VFW Post No. 123 in Middleville, with all meetings beginning at 7 p.m. Family and friends of those serving either overseas or stateside are welcome to attend these meetings. ing when it decided to close the snowmobile trail through the village. There have been many complaints this year from residents about some snow mobilers not following the posted rules. The snowmo­ bile trail through the village had allowed snowmobile riders to visit the gas station and local restauarants. The snowmobile trail was maintained by volunteers. It was pointed out that these riders were not the ones rid­ ing too late at night or across residents lawns. 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Caledonia Caledonia Community Resource Center 330 Johnson Wednesday 5:30 pm. k Middleville ▼ Middle Villa Inn * 4 4611 N.M-37 Hwy. Most people know Easter has something to do with dyeing. JuM a remrrxier thar Jesus Chrtsr rose fr<<n the dead. ru* a cup ot fcmd coitxmg Expertence the w of hts resunittum tht» two Thursday - 6:30 am. Meetings also in Hastings, Lake Odessa and More! 1-800-651-6000 www.weightwatcherswesternmichigan.com O«« exptres S/IWtt. WM otoy » toe . own at the WOGHT WATCWMS trademark A* nfMs re*e<w4 Good Shepherd Lutheran Church 908 West Mam Street Middleville Ml 49333-9770 Rev Tony Sikora Pastor (269) 795-2391 revsrkoraOjuno com I am the Good Shepherd. The Good Shepherd gives His life for the Sheep Holy Week Worship Schedule: • Maundy Thursday, April 17, 7 pm • Good Friday Tenebrae, April 18, 7 pm (at Good Shepherd) • Easter Sunday Breakfast, April 20, 8 am • Easter Sunday Divine Service, April 20, 9:30 am �Page 8/The Sun and News, Middleville. Ml/April 15. 2003 Bradley H. Bennett HASTINGS Bradley H. Bennett, age 61, of Hastings, died Monday, April 7, 2003 at Veterans Hospital in Ann Arbor. He was bom June 28, 1941 in Grand Rapids, the son of Bradley J. and Amelia (Sleeman) Bennett. He graduated from Lake Odessa High School in 1960. He served in the United States Army, then married Judy A. Miller, January 12, 1963. Brad worked for 15 years at General Motors and Mullenhurst Golf Coarse for the past 15 years. He enjoyed hunting, fishing, golfing, and running. He ran in the Detroit Marathon and the Boston Marathon. He most enjoyed spending time with his children and grandchildren. Surviving is his wife, Judy A. Bennett of Hastings; daughter, Kim (Gil) Fisher of Jenison; sons, Bradley Bennett Jr. of Battle Creek, Larry (Tracey) Bennett of Hastings and Paul Bennett of Hastings; grandchildren. Samantha, David, Mackenzie, Eric & Margaret; brothers. Wade Bennett of Hersey, Emery (Betty) Bennett of Nashville; sisters, Luella (Walt) Myers of Bitely. Elaine (Richard) Sobleskey of Charlotte, Priscilla (Garth) Floria of Canada, Grace Mull of Saranac; several nieces, nephews and friends. Memorial services were held Friday, April 11. 2003 at Thomapple Valley Church on M-43, Hastings. Burial will be Tuesday April 15, 2003 at Ft. Custer National Cemetery in Augusta. Memorial contributions can be made to the Family or Charity of One's Choice. Arrangements are by the Girrbach Funeral Home in Hastings. Donald (Pat) Paffhausen----------------------------Donald (Pal) Paffhausen, age 70, went to be with his Uird Tuesday, April 8,2003. He was preceded in death by his parents, Joe and Helen Paffhausen; his sisters and brothers, Jean and Jerry Magnan, Lorris Paffhausen, Alan Paffhausen, Joe Paff­ hausen, Betty and Emmett Gless. He is survived by his wife of 39 years, Pat; his daugh­ ter, Holly; his brothers and sisters-in-law, Jim and Louise Paffhausen. Ronald and Lil Paffhausen; his sis­ ters and brothers-in-law. If you see this Trojan football player on April 18th— Wish him a | happy 16th I BIRTHDAY! Lorraine and Leroy Thomp­ son, Caroline and Fred Blakeslee. Ruth and Elmer Collar; his aunt. Dorothy Paffhausen; his mother-inlaw, Violet Somerdyke; his brother-in-law and sistersin-law, Dale and Jane Som­ erdyke, Shelly Rodel, Joan Paffhausen, Phyllis Paff­ hausen; many nieces and nephews and cousins. The Mass of Christian Burial was held Friday, April 11, 2003 at Holy Family Catholic Church. Rev. Fr. David E. LeBlanc, celebrant. Interment Wood­ lawn Cemetery. The family suggests memorial contributions to be made to St. Jude’s Child­ ren's Hospital or Hospice of Michigan. Arrangements were made by Matthysse-Kuiper-DeGraaf Funeral Home, Caledonia. Come Home to Riverland Ridge 23 2 - acre parcels starling at $59,900 Wooded and walkout lots Out-buildings allowed Quiet country setting Caledonia Schools HOME FOR SALE: Under Construction, 2,700 sq. ft., 3 bedroom walkout Contact Brian Martin (616) 891-2272 Cell (616) 291-3439 FINANCING THROUGH State Bank of Caledonia I-8OO-892-8I75. FDIC FAMOUS FLOORING 616-891-9100 Helping a hurt dog When Jaimie McKenna, a sixth grader at Thornapple Kellogg Middie School, learned that Kirby, a dog had been terribly mistreated and burned. She and her friends got together to help the Allegan Animal Shelter care for Kirby Right before Spring Break Jaimie and her mother took more than $75 raised during a coin col­ lection drive. Pictured from left are Kara Crandall, Jaimie McKenna and Jackie Hodges. Three will vie for two seats in TK School Board election The election for the two seats on the Thornapple Kel­ logg School Board will be held on June 9. Running for the seat are incumbant Martin Wenger and new comers to the board Tom Ward and James Nel­ son. The Thonapple Kellogg PTO will hold a meet the candidates night in May. Watch the Sun and News for more details. TK Odyssey teams competing Saturday by Patricia Johns Staff Writer On Saturday, April 26 one Odyssey of the Mind team, coached by music teacher Diane Hallberg will make the short trip to Kentwood High School to compete in the state finals of Odyssey of the Mind. On the same day, the high school’s Science Olympiad team will be locked in com­ petition at Michigan State University trying to solve problems from all areas of science. Hallberg coached Mark Beilfuss, Daniel Curtis, Mat­ thew Davidson, Kayla Kermeen, Hannah Sabri, Joshua Scott and Katy Tobin in “Fooled Ya!” In this problem the team has to create a performance with illusions and special ef­ fects. The budget for this problem is $100. They are competing at 8:20 a.m. in the Freshman building music room. 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So whether you grew up in the church or haven't been in years, we invite you to celebrate Easter with us! 1 2 8:00 a.m., 9:00 a.m. and 10:30 a.m. nursery for birth through 3-year-olds available during all services. Children's programming and Junior High Xtreme are available during the 10:30 a.m. service. www.gunlakecommunitychurch.org 269-795-7903 To U.S.-131 & to Wayland GLCC 12200 West M-179 (Chief Noonday Rd.) �Page 10/The Sun and News, Middleville, Ml/Apni 15, 2003 ‘Bob the Builder’ starts library family storylime by Cathy Rueter Staff Writer The Caledonia branch of the Kent District Library started family story time last Thursday with a childhood favorite, “Bob the Builder.” For the younger set, Bob easily rivals the popularity of the purple dinosaur or the little yellow bear. Boys and girls alike think Bob is cool, as Caledonia librarians found out when approxi­ mately 40 kids showed up for the program. “If half of these children that were here (last Thurs­ day) grow up with a hammer in their hands, all of us baby boomers will never have to pound another nail," joked Betsy Riddell, one of the Reach over 11,000 area homes with an ad in the Sun & News. Call 945-9554 to place your ad today. Checking out the “Bob the Builder” hardhats they received, girls and boys alike enjoyed the pro­ gram. Jacob Biermacher. 2. brought his twin sisters Emily (center) and Olivia. 8, along with him to the “Bob the Builder" program at the Kent District Library - Caledonia Branch For­ tunately for this reporter. Olivia kindly filled in the pieces of who’s who in the story line. KDL-Caledonia librarians. The “Bob the Builder” books are based on the tele­ play by Chris Tengrove and adapted by Diane Redmond. Bob brought his friends, Spud the scarecrow, Travis the tractor. Muck the dump­ truck and Farmer Pickles interest in our programs." she said. Family story time contin­ ues. with a different theme each week, on Thursday mornings al 10:30 at the Caledonia Library. Contact the library at 647-3840 for further information about story time or other programs sponsored through the Cale­ donia branch. KIDS FIRST Learning Place and DiscoverGarten Preschool Pieje/tfmi Open House Youth Librarian Tish Wells hands a toy toolbelt to a young builder. Wednesday, April 16*6-7 pm COME TAKE A LOOK AT OUR ENRICHED PROGRAMS. Register for school age Adventure Day Camp and Fall Preschool - NEW AND CURRENT FAMILIES WELCOME 420 Misty Ridge Drive, Middleville, MI 49333 (269) 795-9055 www kidsfirstleammgplace.com . .-I along with him as Youth Li­ brarian Tish Wells read sev­ eral stories to the crowd. The kids also received play hardhats, “Bob the Builder” jellybeans and a kit to make a play toolbelt. Quarters were a bit tight as more little builders showed up than were ex­ pected. But in true Caledo­ nia Library fashion, every­ one was welcome, as all the librarians and several moms pitched in with crowd con­ trol and cutting more tool­ belts. Head Librarian Jane Heiss said she was thrilled with the turnout. “I’m really looking for­ ward to a new building with a program room that will ac­ commodate the increasing 4 - Saving on home insurance is “No Problem.” undreds of thousands .'of families arc saving money with Auto Owners Insurance for their home and mobile home protection. Slop in and ask 8« about quality pro­ tection, Christopher J. 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Copies of the featured title are available at each library's checkout desk. The Caledonia branch will discuss “Good Sister” by Diana Diamond at I p.m. Wednesday, May 7. For more information about the book discussions, please call Kent District Library at 784-2007. POLICE BEAT Middleville resident spies thieves in car A 31-year-old Middleville resident spied two men pok­ ing around in her vehicle at 1:11 a.m. April 7, Barry County Sheriff’s deputies report. The men made off with approximately $3 in change and a bank slip, deputies said. Deputies said the car owner looked out of the slider of her apartment on Lincoln Street and saw that the dome light was on in her vehicle. She then spied the two men in the car. who left the area in a dark-colored mid-sized car before police arrived on the scene. Middleville man sentenced $4.95/mo to jail for selling marijuana Internet? 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Townsend’s attorney, Mike McPhillips. said Townsend has a disability and has “suicidal tenden­ cies.” Fisher said Townsend had to be punished because Townsend got his son in­ volved in drugs. “I can’t un­ derstand why you got your children involved in it,” Fisher said. Tools heisted from truck in Freeport Tools valued at $2,227 were stolen between 6 p.m. March 31 and 9 a m. April 1 from a truck parked at the St. Johns Street residence of a 41-year-old Freeport man, Barry County Sheriff’s deputies report. The tools included several power saws, drills and other equipment. Bob Slater to celebrate 80th birthday VanDyke-Brock plan to wed June 14 Open house to celebrate Bob Slater’s 80th birthday. April 27. 2-5 p.m.. Alto Legion Post 528. No gifts please. Mr and Mrs. Arlin and Debra Brock of Middleville announce the engagement of their daughter. Rachel Marie Brock, to Scott Lee VanDyke, the son of Ms LeAnn VanDyke of Lowell and Mr. Greg VanDyke of Belding. 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Rodgers (next to Contours Express), Caledonia �Page 12/The Sun and News, Middleville, Ml/April 15, 2003 Middleville Planning Commission rejects sign by Patricia Johns Staff Writer Greg Reeder went away disappointed from the April 1 Middleville Village Plan­ ning Commission meeting. Reeder is attempting con­ structing a new ice cream barn, which he plans to call “The Cone Corral. When he originally brought his site plans in July 2002, he was told that he could keep both his tall sign and the ice cream cone sign for his two businesses “Greg’s Get It *N Go” and the new ice cream bam. The tall sign was non con­ forming and Reeder was told that it would have to be removed within 5 years or once vegetation which blocks it is removed from the adjacent property. Unfortunately, this past winter the ice cream cone sign was hit by a motorist and demolished. The sign Reeder wants to replace it MIDDLEVILLE Village Council Meeting COUNCIL MEETING MINUTES MARCH 25, 2003 Mr Myers noted the passing of Edna Bechtel, a long time member of the community, who also served the Zoning Board of Appeals for many years The regular meeting of the Village of Middleville, Michigan Council was called to order at 7 00 p m by Mr Lon Myers, Council President of the Village of Middleville, Michigan, in the Council Chamber of the Village Hall Members present: Mr Floyd Bray, Mrs Dorothy Corson. Mr William Kenyon, Mr Michael Lytle, Mr Lon Myers, Mr Charles Pullen, Mrs Marilyn VandenBerg Minutes of the March 11, 2003 meeting were approved as written The Agenda was approved as written Mr Clair Miller, of Earth Tech, submitted the monthly report ACTIONS TAKEN 1. Approved the invoices dated March 21, 2003 in the amount of $41,054.87 on a motion made by Mr. Pullen and supported by Mrs. VandenBerg. 2. Authorized Staff to begin application process for the Blueprints for Michigan Downtowns 2003 program on a motion made by Mr Pullen and supported by Mr Lytle 3 Authorized approval of con­ struction of proposed parking spaces along the south side of Calvin Hill Park by the Middleville United Methodist Church. pending Planning Commission approval, subse­ quent recommendations and contingent of Middleville United Methodist Church being respon­ sible for maintenance and snow removal on a motion made by Mrs VandenBerg and supported by Mr Lytle 4Approved the final site plans for Town Center PUD. phases 1. 2 and 3 on a motion made by Mr Bray and supported by Mrs VandenBerg 5 Adjourned the meeting at 7 57 p m on a motion made by Mr Bray and supported by Mr Kenyon Respectfully submitted. Rhonda L. Fisk. Clerk The complete text of the minutes may be read at the Village Hall between the hours of 9:00 a m and 5:00 p.m. Monday through Friday. (323) with does not meet the new sign ordinance. Reeder was upset that he was being asked to comply with the new ordinance. Commission Chairman Eldon Newmyer explained that when non-conforming signs need to be replaced it should be done by ones that comply with the ordinance requirements. The request for the new pole Cone Corral sign was denied since it does not meet the ordinance. Reeder said he would be keeping his 19foot sign. Several commis­ sion members were con­ cerned with his continual addition of “temporary” cardboard signs to this sign. The commission last week did approve the site plan for the expansion of the V JT I by Patricia Johns Staff Writer The Yankee Springs Township Board, minus Clerk Jan Lippert, approved purchasing a new air com­ pressor for the fire barn. Board members decided to wait for additional booster hoses for new brush truck. The furnace in the Yan­ kee Springs hall was re­ placed. The board also has decided to replace the water heater and will be adding in­ sulation to the hall end of the building. The members of the board OF THE MIDDLEVILLE COUNCIL I ' £ Temporary Suspension of Enforcement for (shrn Trash, Litter or Junk Ordinance > * * Z/chig^ The church decided not to put in the additional 15 parking spaces along Calvin Hill Park which the Village Council agreed to at their meeting March 25. In other business, the Planning Commission re­ Yankee Springs buys new air compressor RESOLUTION (03-012) ,»of. % Methodist Church of Mid­ dleville. The sanctuary will seat 30-35 additional people but the offices and kitchen entrance are being relocated. William Brunner pre­ sented the plans and dis­ cussed some of the changes made to meet the requests of the site plan review commit­ tee. All the conditions were met. except for the light pole in the parking lot. which will be similar to the one in the parking lot behind vil­ lage hall. During Spring Clean-up April 8) 2003 WHEREAS, the Village of Middleville (the “Village") is authorized by provisions of Act 3 of 1985, as amended, and various other laws of the State to create ordinance controlling the placement and accumulation of trash, litter and junk within the Village, and WHEREAS, the Village in the spring of each year sponsors a free pick-up of homeowner trash, junk and appliance as a public service, and WHEREAS, the Village Council does not desire to enforce provisions of the Village code as applied to trash, litter and junk during the annual spring clean-up effort, and WHEREAS the Village Council determines it is necessary to avoid conflict between terms of the Village Code as applied to trash, litter and junk and the annual spring clean-up THE VILLAGE OF MIDDLEVILLE HEREBY RESOLVES: 1 The Village Council does hereby order temporary suspension of enforcement of the terms in the Village which apply to accumulation of trash, litter and junk during the spring dean-up period 2 The temporary suspension of code enforcement will occur for the period of May 9. 10 11. 12 and 13 of 2003 only 3 The terms of this resolution do not apply to outdoor parking of unlicensed or inoperable motor vehicles within the Village 4 Enforcement of terms in the Village which apply to accumulation of trash, litter and junk will be stnctty enforced on the days immediately preceding and following the dates iden­ tified above BE IT FINALLY RESOLVED, that this Resolution be entered by the Village Clerk nto the official records of the Village of Middleville on this 8th day of April 2003 Moved by Lytle supported by Kenyon, to adopt the foregoing resolution YEAS Bray. Corson. Kenyon. Lytle, Myers VandenBerg NAYS None ABSENT Pullen I HEREBY CERTIFY THAT THE FOREGOING Resolution was adopted by the Village of Middleville Council at a regular meeting held on the 8th da, of Aprt. 2003 Public Notice of said meeting was given pursuant to and in compliance wth Act No 267. Public Acts of Michigan, 1976, as amended, including m the case of a special or rescheduled meeting, notice by publication or posting at least eighteen (18) hours prior to the time set for rhe meet­ ing Rhonda Fisk. Village Clerk Village of Middleville 324 plan to attend the annual road tour put on the Barry County Road Commission Monday, April 21. The board also plans to have a work session Thurs­ day, April 24, to work on the next year's budget. In other business, Barry County Commissioner Clare Tripp reported that there will be a hazardous waste collection on Saturday, May 10, at the Road Commission facility in Hastings. The col­ lection will not take tires or latex paint. Tripp said she will check to see if used en­ gine oil will be accepted. Trash rules temporarily suspended in Middleville The members of the Vil­ lage of Middleville councilhave suspended the local blight ordinance from Fri­ day, May 9 through Tues­ day, May 13. This will allow residents time to put out trash for the annual spring clean-up. Pick-up days are sched­ uled to be on Monday and Tuesday May 12 and 13. The suspension of the blight ordinance does not affect abandoned automobiles. Anyone who puts out trash before May 9 will be cited. In other business the board approved purchasing a new F-250 Ford truck to re­ place one of the village ve­ hicles. The public works com­ mittee will researching new communication systems for the public works department and discussing ways to han­ dle yard waste. The next meeting of the Middleville Village Council is Tuesday, April 22 at 7 p.m. in Village Hall. ferred a change in phasing for the Misty Ridge subdivi­ sion back to the site plan committee to make sure all the conditions have been met. The commission also re­ viewed the landscape design plans for Stagecoach Park and the parking area, which once mature, should bring three seasons of bloom to downtown. The design in­ cludes hardy plants which should work well on the site. The next meeting of the Village of Middleville Plan­ ning Commission will be at 7 p.m. Tuesday. May 6. in the village hall. CALEDONIA TWP. BOARD MEETING NOTICE A Regular Meeting of the Charter Township of Caledonia Board of Trustees will be held beginning at 7:00 PM on Wednesday. April 16. 2003. at the Caledonia Township/Village Hail. 250 Maple Street. Caledonia. Michigan NOTE: Individuals with disabili­ ties may request auxiliary aids and services for the meeting by contacting the Township Clerk at (616) 891-0070 T£HIAT!VE AGENDA 1. CALL TO ORDER/ROLL CALL. 2. PLEDGE OF ALLE­ GIANCE AND INVOCATION 3. CONSIDERATION OF THE MEETING AGENDA. 4. PUBLIC COMMENT (BRIEF). 5. APPROVAL OF CONSENT AGENDA A Minutes of the March 26th. 2003 Meeting. B. Correspondence Not requiring Board Action C. Approval to Pay Bills D. Treasurer's Report. E. Building Department Report F Utilities Report 6. INQUIRY OF CONFLICT OF INTEREST. 7. REPORT FROM BOARD OFFICERS AND STAFF. 8 CORRESPONDENCE A Letter from MarketLab • Tax Abatement 9. UNFINISHED BUSINESS. A Rezoning Request by Davenport College 2nd Reading B Request by Dykema Excavators to Amend the Spring Valley Estates PUD 2nd Reading C Resolution to authorize Bidding of Certain Projects D Final P'at Approval Blackstone No 2 10. NEW BUSINESS. A Cemetery Signs B Hometown Hero Award C Alaska Clean-up D Storm Water Ordinance 11. BOARD COMMENTS 12. PUBLIC COMMENT (EXTENDED). 13. ADJOURNMENT. LEGAL NOTICES STATE OF MICHIGAN PROBATE COURT COUNTY OF BARRY NOTICE TO CREDITORS Decedent’s Estate FILE NO. 2003-23678-DE Estate of MARY STOTZ McGOOKEY. Date of birth 8/13/1936. TO ALL CREDITORS: NOTICE TO CREDITORS: The decedent, Mary Stotz McGookey, who lived at 10959 Gun Lake Road, Middleville, Michigan, died 10/29/2002. Creditors of the decedent are notified that all claims against the estate will be forever barred unless presented to Jeffrey S McGookey and Kathleen L. McGookey. named personal rep­ resentative or proposed person­ al representative, or to both the probate court at 220 W Court Street, Hastings. Ml 49058 and the named/proposed personal representative within 4 months after the date of publication of this notce Dated: 04/07/2003 John T Klees (P42185) P.O Box 1767 Grand Rapids, Ml 49501 616-459-1971 Jeffrey S McGookey and Kathleen L McGookey C/o 2201 Innwood Kentwood, Ml 49508 8 V *Lau>n Care • Mowing • Lawn Maintenance • Light Landscaping • Snow Plowing Todd 616.795.5052 or 616.838.5046 2783 N Solman Road j % i THORNAPPLE AREA ENRICHMENT FOUNDATION / Our Hometown Charitable Organization Xr ro<^ MISSION: To enrich and enhance the quality of life in the Thornapple Area by acting as a leader and catalyst in the evolving needs of the community. For scholarship and chantable gift information, please wnte to: P.O. Box 164 Middleville, Michigan 49333-0164 tktaef 9 hotmail.com �The Sun and News. Middleville, Ml/April 15. 2003/Page 13 SERVING OUR COUNTRY of Grand Rapids Christian High School of Grand Rapids, and joined the Marine Corps in July 2002. He is a 2020 graduate of Thomapplc Kellogg High School. Michael is the son of Julie and Edward Wnuk of Middleville, and has a sis­ ter. Jessica Stortz. Pv2 Stortz receives mail at. Pv2 Stortz. Michael S.. JTFMTMO (USA? 303rd MP Co ). APO AE 09360; email at Michael.S.Stortz us.army.mil. Michael S. Stortz Michael S. Stortz graduat­ ed Dec. 18. from 787th mili­ tary Police Battalion at Fort Leonard Wood in Missouri. During his 17 weeks of training he studied the fun­ damentals of soldiering, marksmanship, and police skills and special training in customs and cultural rela­ GIRL, Maleah Louise, born tions. Stortz is a reservist based at Spectrum Health Butter­ out of Jackson. Mich., but is worth Campus on March 17. now serving his country in 2003 at 2:55 a.m. to Pete and Operation Enduring Leanne Bailey of Mid­ Freedom overseas with the dleville. Weighing 8 lbs. I oz. and 20 inches long. 303rd MP Co. AREA BIRTH This tentative plan shows a Dossible configuration fo the New Yankee Springs Town-ship park. It will take about 10 years to finish the park. Some of the ele­ ments will be moved as plans are completed. Yankee Springs Twp. park plans proceeding by Patricia Johns Staff Writer Former Supervisor George London attended the April 10 Yankee Springs Township Board meeting to detail the next steps in the process of creating the township park. A parking area and drive was installed last year. A five-year plan also was writ­ ten and has been accepted by the Department of Natu­ ral Resources. London told the board members that plans are to have the weeds killed and then with volunteer assis­ tance of some antique trac­ tor owners, the area will be tilled, grass seed planted and work will begin on the walk­ ing path. This work is expected to cost about $900 and the trac­ tors will be on the site Satur­ day, May 10, weather per­ mitting. Then the wood chips will be spread along a six-foot wide, four-inch deep path. London also said he hopes to have a beach vol- Call 945-9554 to place your Sun & News ACTION-Ad! Reach over 11,000 area homes leyball net installed and per­ haps the baseball diamond this summer. He will be submitting plans for the next five years, including possible matching grants for a DNR proposal to be submitted in the fall. "I think it will take about 10 years to complete our plans. We are still interested in hearing from residents about what they would like to see in the park," London told the board. He presented board mem­ bers with an overview of plans for the park cautioning that this plan will be ad­ justed to meet community needs. He told the board, “It will great to have a place to go fly a kite when your wife sends you off to fly one.” CHARTER TOWNSHIP OF CALEDONIA COUNTY OF KENT, MICHIGAN PUBLIC NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that on May 5, 2003 at 700 pm., the Planning Commission of the Charter Township ol Caledonia wii hold a pubic heamg at the Caledonia Township and Village Hall, 250 South Maple Street Caledonia Michigan. on a proposed amend­ ment tn the Charter Township of Caledonia Zoning Ordnance The proposed amending ordinance would add Section 22 to Township of Caledonia Ordnance No 03-52 pertaining to the Planned Unit Development District, so as to provide that Ordnance No 03-5Z shaft not apply to residen­ tial planned unit developments that had been applied tor by the Wng of al required plans as of the effective date of Ordinance No 03-52 Any such planned unit developments whch had been filed in the Township office at or pnor to such time shaft be constoered under the terms of the pre­ vious planned unit development chapter provisions All interested persons may attend the pubic heamg and comment on the proposed amending ordinance Written comments may be submitted to the Townsnp office, at the above-stated address, up to the time of the pubic hearing Dated Apm 7, 2003 PLANNING COMMISSION OF THE CHARTER TOWNSHIP OF CALEDONIA ______ _______________________________ 322 Christopher M. Wiers Marine Corps Pfc. Christopher M. Wiers. son of Linda M. and Richard M. Wiers of Caledonia, recently graduated from the Marine Corps Basic Combat Engineer Course at Marine Corps Base. Camp Lejenue. N.C. During the five-week course, Wiers received instruction in the fundamen­ tals of engineering support for combat units, including the procedures for building and repairing bridges, roads and field fortifications. Wiers also received training on demolition concepts, land mine warfare and camou­ flage techniques. Wiers will accompany Marine infantry forces to build roads, set up camps and fortify living areas. Wiers is a 1002 graduate CALEDONIA COMMUNITY SCHOOLS FREE DEVELOPMENTAL INVENTORY Do you have concerns about the speech, socialization, learn­ ing and/or growth of your preschool aged child? We may be able to help! The Caledonia Community Schools will be con­ ducting a developmental screening for preschool aged chil­ dren to identify those who may benefit from early education­ al intervention. If you are a Caledonia School District resident and would like to schedule a screening for your child please call 891-0219 for an appointment. The screening will take place Fnday. April 25th, between 9:00 a m. and 3:30 p m. There is no fee for this service.(The next screening is planned for next spring - date to be announced.) GROWERS Just West Off M-37 • 10197 Garbow Rd. • Middleville Opening-Friday,April 11th Early spring hours: 8:30 a.m. - 7:00 p.m. Monday - Saturday EASTER LILIES SPRING FLOWERINCBLUBS Your Hometown Full Service Garden and Floral Shop Floral Shop Offers Fresh Cut Flowers and Roses Prom and Weddings Ready for Spring? We Are! 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Michelle Walker, Stephanie Forton and Ryan VanPutten, (front row) Shane Montgomery and Ashley Kelly. by Cathy Rueter Staff Writer Odyssey of the Mind competitions have fast be­ come a place for students of upper elementary through high school years to excel academically, and Caledonia schools arc sending seven teams later this spring to OM state level contests. According district OM Coordinator Shelley Page, this year Caledonia sent 17 teams to rcgionals, plus a primary team. The number of teams has almost doubled since the 1998 competitions. For those not familiar with Odyssey of the Mind, each team, consisting gener­ ally of six or seven students, is given between two and two and a half months to solve a “Fong term problem" under strict criteria. The so­ lutions are in the form of short skits. Once at the competition, the teams will present their long-term problem solution as well as compete in a short-term problem they know nothing about until they walk into the competi­ tion room. OM competition is where teamwork, brain­ work and lots of imagination come into play. Those continuing on to Dig A Tree Transplanting l.l.c. 50” & 45” Spade Trucks State Inspected & Licensed Nursery . Colorado Blue & Black Hill Spruce 6’ - 12’ Reasonable rates up to 5" in diameter — Move or sell yours or ours — ONE YEAR GUARANTEE 269-795-2232 “Trees make a ivorld of difference” • Add Proper ty Value • Accents • Borders • Lot Lines Year Round Green • Shade • Wildlife state competition include the following teams: The Caledonia High School team received a first place in Division III at dis­ tricts. Coached by Pam King, high schoolers Leslie Boot and Katlin Oberlin and CMS eighth grade students Emily Oosterhouse, Lindsey Forton, Jillian King, Tim Ward and Travis Raley are doing ’’The Scene From Above" for the long-term problem. Caledonia Middle School has two teams going to state. The Kclly/Forton team re­ ceived a second place for Division II. The team is coached by Stacy Kelly and Carole Forton. is doing the ‘Know it All’ long-term problem. Team members in­ clude Ashley Kelly, Stepha­ nie Forton, Noah Buikema, Shane Montgomery, Ryan VanPutten and Michelle Walker. The other CMS team re­ ceived first place for Divi­ sion II. Coached by Kate Favre (pronounced “Favor”) the team is performing the ‘Forded Ya!' problem. Their team includes Andrea Schedlbauer, Stephanie Rossman, Adam Brooks, Real Estate For Your World®* Caledonia • 9175 Cherrv Valiev Pearson-Cook ACREAGE/RANCH. this ouuumd me propert* offers rt all’ 40 beautiful wooded acres. MM) ft on CoMwxier River. 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By David Stowers Emmons Lake is sending this group of OM girls onto State Competition. In back is Kelsey Miesen. Front row, left to right - Rachel Lyons, Olivia Flier, Britni Bredeweg and Ashley Anderson. Laura Hicks and Taylor Wilcox were unavailable for the photo. Brittania Hormel, Cynthia Engerson and Leah Wit­ kowski. Caledonia Elementary School has one team con­ tinuing to state competition. The team, which includes Stacey Forton, Alexa Krue­ ger, Alicia Lanser, Stacie Moll, Trent Pontious, Kegan Ball and Aaron Maxey, garnered a third place for Division I in “A Scene from Above.” They are coached by Melissa De­ Horn and Jessie Hancock. Dutton Elementary is sending their team of Danny Oster. Morgan Weiss, Welsey Caswell, Adam Pattison, Adam Homan. Taylor Ward and Sam Ward to State. The team placed second in Divi­ sion I “A Scene from Continued next page There is a great company in the area called Netpcnny.net Netpenny.net offers fast, reliable, and extremely inexpensive dial-up Internet access to our community for only $4 95 a month. They have no contracts, no set up fees and they don't even require a credit card - With the cost ot Internet for most families in our area running in excess ot $19.95 or more per month, its refreshing to know that we have a high-quality/fow-cost alternative - For more info go to www.netpeoBy.aet>r call them toll free 24B-7239. Athlete of the week /lender Tbornapple-Kellogg High School (Middleville) Tennis Before spring break, the TK varsity boys' tennis team opened its season with a tie against Lowell Brad Bender won a big match for the team at second singles. Bender took his opponent through two tie­ breakers and picked up a 7-6 (4), 7-6 (5) victory. The 4695 Middleville Rd. 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The Shrewsbury team, from Kettle I^kc Elemen­ tary, also is continuing onto slate after earning a fourth place spot in the Division I “A Scene from Above.” Elizabeth and Diane Schrewsbury are coaching the team, which consists of Levi Kurzhols, David Ziemkc, Travis Taylor, Courtney Howell, Andrea Engerson and Taryn Her­ rick. Other teams that worked hard to present their prob­ lems at the regionals in Rockford in March included another Emmons Lake Ele­ mentary team of Paige Rogers, Taryn Rogers, Kel­ sey Canada. Mark Donohue, Claire Johnson, Scott Brooks and Kade Boverhof. They were coached by Tammy Geene and Sheryl Kim. Another team from Kettle Lake Elementary was Ryan Katlin Oberlin, left, and Leslie Boot are Caledonia High School students going to OM State Competition. The rest of their team consists of CMS eighth graders. Carter. Samantha Ober. Ka­ tie Demeuse, Alicia Batche­ lor, Clayton Siegle and Katie Storer. They were coached by Carla Siegle, Lisa Batchelor and Amy Storer. Caledonia Middle School had three additional teams, besides the two going to state. They were Olivia Hall, Laura Knight. Emily Ross­ man, Rachel Corson. Garrett Weatherly and Taylor Pa­ gano, coached by Mary Jo Van Buskirk-Hall; Shelley and Jerry Page coached the CMS team of Kristi Page, Kelsey Arnold. Amber Cook. Josie Isaacs. Amanda Johnson and Meghan Edgerle; Steven Sawyer and Local insurance agent earns statewide honor Lynn Denton, Middleville service, according to Larry and Nashville agent for Thomas, executive vice Farm Bureau Insurance, was president of Farm Bureau honored at the recent Sales Insurance. • Membership in the Convention held in Traverse Multi-Line Sales Council City. Denton earned the follow­ (MLSC), an elite group of Multi-Line sales leaders, in ing recognition: • 2002 All-American recognition of outstanding Award, awarded to Farm insurance sales and service Bureau Insurance’s top during 2002. MLSC is an organization agents in Michigan. The award is presented to the of insurance professionals leaders in sales and client dedicated to serving their BANKRUPTCY Protection from Creditors Including... • Garnishments • Foreclosures • Judgements • Repossessions • Harassing Phone Calls WE CAN PROTECT YOU AND YOUR ASSETS FAST! WITHIN 24 HOURS!!! Stop in for FREE Bankruptcy Informational Brochure - Over 20 Years of Experience Law Office Of MICHAEL J. McPHILLIPS 269-945-3512 Evening & Saturday Appointments Available Payment Plans Available 121 W. Apple St., Suite 101, Hastings Vanessa Goodacre coached the CMS team of Lauren Parker. Dylan Ball, Kirsten Sawyer, Becca Knight and Scott Miller. Caledonia Elementary School sent a total of seven competition teams and one primary team (primary teams only show, they do not compete) to district dompetition. Besides the team heading to state, the following teams also com­ peted at district; Anna Bai­ ley, Kailey Rosema, An­ thony Martinez, Jr., Mary Foley, Cameron Steger. Sanel Skrijelj and Jessica Rauser were coached by Tony Martinez; Elyse Horak. Michelle Rahm, Austin Duryea, Stephanie Jones and Christine Stauffer, coached by Debra Stauffer; Brandon McCulfor, Callie DeGroot, Jacob Exline, Evan Don­ nelly, Casey Hinkle and Grant Pell, coached by Kira Donnelly and Deanna McCulfor; Jacob Tetreault, Clayton Stauffer, Olivia Davidson. Ryann Zourdos and David Zoeteman, coached by William and Paula Davidson; Jenna DeGroot, Kelsey Steketee, Nicholas Byington, Holly Durkee, Dakota Vandentoorn and Alyssa Petz, coached by Karen Steketee and Shelly DeGroot; and the primary team of Brittany The other CMS OM team going to State Competition is from left to right, back row. Adam Brooks, Stephanie Rossman and Andrea Schedlbauer. Front row Cynthia Engerson and Leah Witkowski. Brittania Hormei was unavailable for the photo. Jones, Abby McBride, Tyler Kim. Brandt Lanser. Justin Krueger. Michala Bailey and Maxwell Wagner, coached by Derek Kim and Greg Wagner. 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Tony and Ernie value timber storm warnings and do not will appear at various events Habitat Management attempt to ford flooded throughout Michigan Week Wildlife Plans underpasses. Take an alter­ (May 17-26). nate route instead. 38 years experience “As icons for one of Michigan’s most recognized companies, these celebrity co-chairs really embody the spirit of Michigan Week, YOUR ONE STOP WATER STORE celebrating the best Michigan has to offer,” said Dr. Anderson, Michigan Week chair. “We are so grateful to the folks at Kellogg for bringing Tony and Ernie on board to help us spread the Michigan Week message to residents in Michigan and beyond ” “Tony and Ernie truly symbolize Kellogg, and everyone at the company is pleased that we will be so well represented during the Michigan Week celebra­ tion,” said George Franklin, Kellogg’s vice president of external affairs. “We think it’s important to participate in tliis celebration. 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And while they claim to be headed to San Antonio to compete in the national Thursday-Night League championship series, we suspect they're just headed south to work on their golf games. Pictured: (back from left) Dick Forton, Dave Nerz, Mike Patterson. Scott Vanderveen. Bruce VanderHyde, Ted Spitzley, Rich Peek; (front) Dar Morgan, David Morrow, Teb Burrows, Bob Hamly. Quality work at competitive prices Senior Citizen Discounts Written Labor Warranty Licensed and Insured RESIDENTIAL ROOFING SPECIALIST Tear-offs & Re-roofs ALL STAR ROOFING Call us for n free Professional Estimate ________ (616) 877-4253________ The Middleville Youth tice on Monday. Tuesday, Football League will hold and Friday with games on sign-ups for the fall 2003 Wednesday. The philosophy of Mid­ season on Saturday April 19 from 9:00-11:00 am in the dleville Youth Football is simply to ensure the maxi­ Middle School gym foyer. Cost to participate will be mum amount of participa­ tion in a structured, highly $40.00 and includes equip­ ment. Checks can be made educational environment. payable to Middleville Winning and losing be­ comes secondary to the ac­ Youth Football. League President Bob quisition of instructional VanSpronsen indicated that techniques and experience Middleville Youth Football gained through participation. In addition, those inter­ will participate in the O-K Blue Conference for youth ested in coaching can fill out football as well as compete an interest form during the against Wayland. Hastings, registration process. Anyone and Caledonia. This will al­ with questions can contact low two seventh grade and Tim Penfield. Varsity Foot­ two eighth grade teams to ball Coach at 795-5400 ext 4457. participate. Practice is slated to start when school starts in August with three weeks of presea­ son practice and six weeks of games. Athletes will prac- Three local students on dean's list at U-M Engineering School Trojan golfers split first outing of spring The Thornapple Kellogg varsity girls’ golf team got its season started before break, splitting a tri-match with Lowell and Lakewood. The Trojans shot a 235. Good enough to top Lake­ wood’s 257. but jum behind Catck Tluftc Specudla Lowell’s 230. TK’s top four scores were turned in by Lindsey McKee (56), Tiffany Forbes (58), Lindsey VandenBerg (60), and Sarah Wolf (61). Also shooting for the Ttojans were Blythe Williams (70) and Missty Welker (71) . TK teed off the league season on Monday against Godwin and Belding at Yan­ kee Springs. There’s a big Blue match set for Thursday when the Trojans travel to Hamilton to take on the Hawkeyes and Calvin Christian. Next Mon­ day TK is on the road against Coopersville. Three local students have been named to the dean's list for the fall 2002 aca­ demic term at the University of Michigan College of En­ gineering. The three arc Daniel Mumaw and Andrew Brown, both of Caledonia, and Julie Schumaker of Middleville. To be named to the list, a student must earn at least a 3.5 grade point average of a possible 4.0. AA, AL-ANON MEETING TIMES Caledonia - 100th and M37. A A meets Tuesdays 6:30 am.; and Saturdays 10 a.m. Open Discussion Meeting. (Al-Anon meets Tuesday and Thursday at noon.) 9964 Cherry Valley #3. Caledo­ nia. Contact Jerry R. at 4379452 Monday. Wednesday. Friday, noon. 9669 Kraft Ave.. Holy Family Church. A A open meetings. Tuesday and Thursday 5:30. (TFN) Subscribe to the HASTINGS BANNER and get all the news of Barry County. Call us at 945-9554 today. PRIME SCREENED BLACK TOP SOIL $10/yd. - Any Quantity - Delivery Available DOZER WORK DON'S DOZING 269-795-7830 ROUGH LANDSCAPING • DRIVEWAYS • 8TUMP/BRUSH CLEARING & SITE PREP • TRUCKING—SAND, GRAVEL. CRUSHED CONCRETE. GROUND ASPHALT SERVING CALEDONIA. MIDDLEVILLE, HASTINGS. GUN LAKE. SHELBYVILLE. BRADLEY, HOPKINS. 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Ml/Apnl 15, 2003/Page 19 Derek Edwards Bike Jamboree is a community effort by Patricia Johns Staff Writer Members of the Thomapple Trail Association will volunteer at this year’s Bike Jamboree on May 31 at Felpausch. It is a community effort. It is funded by Pen­ nock PALS, Felpausch, State Fame Insurance, the Barry Community Founda­ tion and the Hastings City Police Department. Derek Edwards is a young man from Battle Creek who died from head injuries which he suffered in an acci- $4.95/mo Internet? 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May 31 the parking lot at Felpausch will be filled with bicycles and helmets from lo a.m. to 1 p.m. Children from ages 414 and their parents can re­ ceive a free professionally TH netters even up with Lowell The Trojan varsity boys’ tennis team had to settle for a 4-4 tie in its first match of the season, Tuesday April 1 against Lowell. “We had a chance to win the match at third singles,” said Trojan Coach Larry Se­ ger. “Kyle McClure was leading 4-2 in the third set, but could not finish off a tough opponent.” But Seger said he was happy with the play of his team this early in the season. “(McClure) played a good aggressive match and will improve his net game to give his game a boost. I felt that the team gave a solid performance for the first time out. In fact, I thought our doubles team would struggle more than they did against a veteran Lowell club.” In doubles, the second team of Ian Seger and Bran­ don Awrey won their match 6-2, 6-3. The fourth doubles team of John Herring and John Smith won 6-2,6-2. Brad Bender won the sec­ ond singles match in two tie­ breakers, 7-6 (4), 7-6 (5). Ja­ mie Beckering won his match at fourth singles 6-2, 6-4. The Trojans face some tough O-K Blue competition this week. On Monday the visited Coopersville, and on Wednesday they travel to take on Calvin Christian. Next Monday, April 21, TK visits Byron Center. Registration forms will be this spring. For more inforfitted bike helmet. There will be bicycle safety train­ distributed to area schools' mation call 948-3472. ing over an approved course (with bicycles provided or bring your own), bike regis­ Solid Impact tration by the Hastings City Police, free refreshments provided by Felpausch and Fitness safety information. This day is more than just HOURS: about free helmets though. 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So on Friday, students had their boxes inspected by the Red Cross so that they could be sent overseas. The students created 27 boxes in teams which in­ cluded a first grader and a fourth grader. The boxes looked festive and great. As they waited they learned that Chausow had called a radio station while she was on spring break in Florida to see if she could get some of the postcards the station was distributing to students to send to service people. The people at the radio station were so impressed by the activities done by the students in Michigan that Middleville Rotary hears about State of Village, makes final payment to village for gazebo by Patricia Johns Staff Writer Middle Village manager Bryan Grucsbeck gave a short “State of the Village” review during the April 15 Middleville Rotary Club meeting. Gruesbeck began his talk by saying, “I don’t think anyone realized how much use the Paul Henry Thornapple Trail would get once it was paved.” He noted that on Friday, April 11 there were 25 cars parked in the new parking lot while people cycled, walked and roller bladed along the trail. He also talked about how the design of stagecoach park had changed from a hare picnic pavilion to the Victorian style gazebos which now grace the area. He told the Rotarians that the parking lot would soon receive its final asphalt coat­ ing and be lined. The DDA was about to award the land­ Bryan Gruesbeck gave the Rotary a brief “state of the village” overview scaping contract and that the stagecoach would soon take up residence in its Gazebo. He told the club that his focus was on the assets of the community, encouraging an appreciation of the river, the quality schools and the people who live in the com­ munity. These “social assets” in­ clude the active volunteers from the churches in the vil­ lage, improving relations with Thomapple Township and even the cooperative ef­ fort that made the Thornap­ ple Area Parks and Recrea­ tion Commission a reality. “Now programming and the fees for programs stay here to help the program grow,” he said. He announced that the park and stagecoach will be dedicated on Saturday, May 31. “I am working on a way to thank the contributors to the development of the park without spending a lot of money.” Then the members of the club presented council mem­ ber Michael Lytle with a check for $3750, the final payment of the $15,000 pledge the club made in 2002 to help pay for the ga­ zebo. Michael Lytle, center, accepts a check for $3750 from Middleville Rotary Club president Lee Zachman (right) as president elect Ray Peters looks on. Here a few of the fourth and first grade partnerships hold the packages they have ready to send to service people. From left in the front row are Nate Gosset, Lydia Jeffrey, Nicki Humphrey and Jessica Beerens. Standing are Brandon Rei gler, Les Strouse, Luke VanEk, Kim Miller and Samantha Secord Chausow was able to tell the entire Bradenton area about what has been accomplished so far. The first graders then played a tape of their trip to the 107.3 radio station where they recited the Pledge of Allegiance. Chausow, Erb and all the fourth graders appreciate the grant from the YAC which helped them finish their pro­ ject this year. TK Supt. gets good grades by Patricia Johns Staff Writer Anyone who knows Thor­ napple Kellogg superinten­ dent Kevin Konarska may want to check his briefcase after learning that he has re­ ceived an “exceptional” rat­ ing in his first evaluation by the members of the Board of Education. But this “super” superintendent doesn’t need special powers or a cape. Konarska began as super­ intendent on July 1. His evaluation concluded that he had achieved an exceptional rating in all seven areas that were analyzed. He provides climate for teamwork and communicates well with the board members. The board appreciates his meeting with parent and community groups. The members believe that he is seen as “approachable” in the community. The board believes that Konarska’s strongest area is his relations to the staff. Im­ provements are being made in a positive way and staff morale is high. In the area of business and finance Konarska has a good grasp of the TK situa­ tion and is providing leader­ ship as difficult decisions are discussed and made. The board praised Konar­ ska enthusiasm for and sup­ port of growth of student achievement. The board also recognized his caring attitude, sense of humor and the respect he re­ ceives from the community. They noted that he “handles difficult decisions well.” The board was also im­ pressed that he met and in some cases exceeded goals they had set for this year. President David Smith said, “We are very pleased with the work accomplished this year and the progress the district has made under his leadership and direc­ tion.” The board also approved tenure for McFall teacher Steve Seward, Lee teacher Nancy D’Amico, Page teachers Molly Formsma, Jamie Kellogg and Mandy Pranger, middle school teachers Carla VanHaitsma, Luann Wiese and band di­ rector Mark Hagemann and high school teachers Mat­ thew Melvin, Tonya Wal­ cott, and Angela Jefferson. In other personal business they approved child care leaves for teachers Theresa Michalski and Jamie Nel­ son. The next meeting of the Thornapple Kellogg School board is a policy meeting on April 28 that begins at 6 p.m. in the Thornapplc Kel­ logg School and Community Library. In This Issue Supervisor attempts to explain adjournment, cancellations Caledonia Twp. gathers bids for utility information Caledonia Village responds to former clerk’s accusations Caledonia moves toward reconstruction of Main Street �Page 2/The Sun and News, Middleville. Ml/April 22. 2003 Mothers & More invites area moms to open house Mothers and More invites area moms to attend an Open House at 7 p.m. Mon­ day, April 28 at Kids First Learning Place 020 Misty Ridge Drive-lower level), Middleville. “It's a great opportunity to sec what our group is all about and we provide meet­ ings and activities all sum­ mer long,” said Brenda Giles, a representative from the group. “Locally, Moth­ ers and More provides op­ portunities for mothers to connect with one another in ways that assist moms in de­ veloping their unique identi­ ties as women and help them move more confidently through the transitions that affect their family, work and life.” Serving more than 7.500 members nationally, Moth­ ers and More is a non-profit group that champions the value and necessity of all mothers' work to society — paid and unpaid, within and outside of the home. The group offers mom-tomom support, year-round meetings held twice each month for mothers to take time out for themselves, newsletters, e-mail network­ ing and separate activities for the kids, including out­ ings and playgroups. “Visitors are invited to at­ tend several meetings with­ out obligation before decid­ ing to join.” Coles said. “So whether you are employed outside the home, work parttime. or are at home with your children full time, you are encouraged to attend.” For more information, call (269) 795-5242 or check out the website at www.mothersandmore.org. SERVING OUR COUNTRY son of Ronald and Annette Pifer of Alto, is serving in Kuwait in the support Of Operation Iragi Freedom while assigned to the 1st divison 5th Marines 31st MEU in the infantry battal­ ion. Matthew C. Pifer LCPL Matthew C. Pifer ^ONTEMPO ^LON He did his trainning at Camp Pendleton. Calif., and left for Kuwait on Feb 6, 2003. Pifer is 2001 gradute of Caledonia High School and left to join the Marines in August 2001. CELEBRATING SPRING Hair Color & Design starts with... AVE DA THE ART AND SCIENCE OF PURE FLOWER AND PLANT ESSENCES-- 616-891-1095 9551 CHERRY VALLEY CALEDONIA D&W PLAZA Chance Encounter is ready to rock the night away at the Community Dance on Saturday, April 26 at the MiddleVilla Inn. Proceeds will help support the TKEA and TKESP scholarships. Tickets for community dance still available The Thornapple Kellogg purchase at the Middle Education Association and Villa. A cash bar will be TK Education Support Per­ available throughout the sonnel, divisions of the course of the evening and a Michigan Education Asso­ 50/50 raffle will be held. ciation, will sponsor a com­ Music for the dance will munity dance from 8 p.m. to be provided by “Chance En­ midnight Saturday, April 26. counter.” Highly regarded in Proceeds will be used to the West Michigan music provide scholarships to club scene, the musical graduating TK High School group has opened for such seniors later this spring. The major acts as Eddie Money, fund-raising dance will take Blue Oyster Cult, Marshall place in the Greenery Room Tucker Band, Foghat and at the Middle Villa Inn. Lynyrd Skynyrd. Although Tickets are $10 per per­ classic rock and rock/blues son and are available for are their specialty, Chance Encounter presents a variety of music, always danceable and very entertaining. TK Middle School in­ structor Steve Evans is the bass player for the group. Tickets are still available. Ray Rickert encourages eve­ ryone to polish up their dancing shoes and come prepared to have fun. ~ 63nd Annual VERMONTVILLE ~ w- Maple Syrup Festival Friday, April 25“, 2003 Sunday, April 2T, 2003 6:30 P.M. - Official Opening Greetings, Invocation and Introductions 7:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m. Pancakes American Lcgion/Nashville Lions Starting at 11:00 a m Bar B-Que Chicken Lions Club 7:30 a.m. to 1:30 p.m___ Pancakes Band Boosters 10:00 a m. 4:00 p.m Arts & Crafts Maplewood School Talent Show The official opening of the festival is the Talenl Show to be held on the stage downtown with Don Rasey (726-1077) as chairman Talent Show winners appear on the Sunday program. Friday Night Special Stans 4 p m..................................... Mid America Shows Pay One Pnce • $12.00 4:00 p.m - 10 p.m Teen Dance at the Opera House 9:00 11:00 p.m. 4.00 8:00 p.m. American Legion/Nashville Lions Serve Pancakes al the Legion Hall Saturday, April 26“, 2003 Welcome by Douglas Kelsey Master of Ceremonies for the Weekend 7:00 a m. Pancakes American Legton/Nashulle Lions 6:30 a m. to 5:30 p.m. Pancakes Band Boosierx 10:00 a m. to 7:00 p.m. Arts & Crafts Maplewood School 9:30 a m. to 10:15 a m. Maple Valley Jazz Band Director Dennis Vanderhoeft 10:15 a.m. to 11:00 a m Ionia M^e Vadey Community Band Director Andrew Mac Fariand 11:00 a m CNIdren s Parade Theme " W«^e SjmRp... The Product of Chompou* " Presentation of Queen and Coun Crowning of 2003 Queen 11:40 a m Mapie VaBey High School Choir Director Ryan Rosin 12:00 a m Glen Erin Bagpipe Band 12:30 p.m Country Harvest Band 2:00 p.m. Parade Theme “Tkr 3:15 p.m to 4:15 p m 4:15 to 5:30 p.m Grand Parade UortW of Wap/r Syrty" Thomappie River Boys Homer Jones Band 5:30 p m Puff Dragon Pedai Tractor Puh 5:00 p.m (Opera House’ Little Miss Mapie Syrup Pagent Charman: Karin Perez - Program Subject to Change - Church Services 11:00 a.m. Methodist Church (Rev Kathy Smrth) 108 N Mam Vermontville Congregational Church (Rev Enc Leon) 110 S. Mam. VermonMM VermonMte BOte Church (Rev Dan Snrih) 250 N Mam Vermontvde 12:00 p.m. to 6:00 p.m Sunday Afternoon Special 11:00 p.m. to 12:00 p.m. Professional Table Tennis Town. 6 Hours of Rides $12.00 12:00 p.m to 1:30 p.m Homer Jones Band Introduce Queen & Court Arm Wrestling 1:30 p.m. Talent Winners Egg Toss Other Games AT THE OPERA HOUSE SATURDAY 11.30 pm -1 imw. . Tftomappte VaRey Dulcimers Little Miss Mao* Princes* Contest Dinner theatre May 15 aids GFWc scholarships by Patricia Johns A sold out mystery dinner theater last year helped the GFWC-Gun Lake area women’s club support the scholarships it awards to area graduating high school students. This year, 20 additional seats have been for the pro­ duction, but the club expects to sell out as well. The Village Players of Middleville return with “Last will and testament” which will amuse and amaze diners Thursday evening, May 15, at the Gun Lake Advertisement $4.95 /mo Internet? Community Church on M179 just east of Patterson Road. An art show featuring some of the student artists who received art scholar­ ships this year, as well as works for sale by artists Dave VanderArk and RoseMarie Reddiing begins at 5:30 p.m. Jefferson Street Gallery in Hastings and the Bridge Street Gallery in Plainwell also will have works on sale The gourmet dinner be­ gins at 6:30 p.m. Tickets are $20 each and cover the cost of the art show, gourmet dinner and the play. The tickets are available. Call Jean Medendorp at 795-2523 or Phyllis Pence at 795-3136. By David Stowers There is a great company tn the area called Netpenny.net. Netpenny.net offers fast, reliable, and extremely inexpensive dial-up Interent access to our commu­ nity for only $4.95 a month they have no contracts, no set up fees and they don't even require a credit card - With the cost of Internet for most fami­ lies in our area running in excess erf $19.95 or more per month, it’s refreshing to know that we have a highqualityflow-cost alternative For more info go to www.netpenny.net or call them toil free (888) 248-7239. American Legion Post t Caledonia Food Event for April: All events start at 5:30 p.m Public Welcome STEAK FRY EVENT: Friday, April 25th 616-891-1882 �The Sun and News. Middleville, Ml/April 22. 2003/Page 3 New Whitneyville Bible Church may open in fall Douglas J. Perry MIDDLEVILLE - Doug las J Perry, age 65, of Mid­ dleville, passed away Fri­ day, April 18,2003 al home. Mr. Perry was bom on Feb. 28, 1938 in Kalama­ zoo.'Ml. the son of Bruce R. and Hazel M. (Schrier) Perry. He was raised in Kalama­ zoo. MI and attended Kala­ mazoo College and Western Michigan University. Doug taught history, soci­ ology. government and per­ sonal finance at Thomapple Kellogg High School for 32 years. During the summers, he worked as a Conservation Officer for Yankee Springs State Park for 33 years. Doug was an outdoor enthusiast, with a special fondness for hunting, fish­ ing, reading, and enjoyed spending time with his fam­ ily and enjoyed the friend­ ship of many. He was married to Luella O. Murphy on Jan. 9. 1999 at Leighton United Metho­ dist Church. He is survived by his wife. Luella O. Perry, two sons, William D. (Lynn) Perry of Bums Harbor, Ind.. Chad H. (Kim) Perry of Battle Creek; two daughters. Ember R. Perry of Grand Rapids. Heather M. Perry of Grand Raids, four step-chil­ dren. Theresa Murphy of Grand Rapids. Brian (Kat­ rina) Murphy of Caledonia. Michael (Jeffrey) Murphy of Aurora. 111.. Pauline (Steve) Peacock of Casselberry, Florida; adopted daughter. Sarah Vonkreighton of Grand Rapids; seven grand­ children; five great grand­ children; one brother. Phillip (Melanie) Perry and four sisters. Ann Perry, Jean Tolin. Kay Perry and Sue (Jim) Nelmes. all of Kala­ mazoo; many nieces and nephews. He was preceded in death by his first wife. Sharon Rae Perry and a brother. Loren Perry. Funeral services will be held Tuesday. April 22. 2003 at 4 p.m. at the Leighton United Methodist Church. Caledonia. Rev. Ray Townsend officiating. Interment Mt Hope Ceme­ tery. Middleville. Memorial contributions may be made to Barry Com­ munity Hospice, or the Thomapple Area Enrich­ ment Foundation Scholar­ ship - In Memory of Doug­ las J. Perry. Arrangements were made by Beeler Funeral Home, Middleville. Gerald A. Williams———————----M 11) I) LEVI L L E Gerald A. Williams, age 89, of Middleville, passed away Tuesday, April 15, 2003 at Pennock Hospital, Hastings. Mr. Gerald A. Williams was born January 6, 1914 in Middleville, Michigan, the son of James A. (Bert) and Reva L. (Johnson) Williams. He was raised in Middleville and attended Thomapple Kellogg schools, graduating in 1932 and two more years at a Drafting Trade School. He was married to Ceta E. Euteneuer on June 22, 1946. Mr. Williams was employed at White Products in Middleville for 13 years followed by 13 years at Hastings Manufacturing Co. as a Draftsman. He proudly served his country in the United States Navy during WW II. He was a member of Holy Family Catholic Church in Caledonia. Gerald was an outdoor enthusiast, with a special fondness for fishing, Call 945-9554 anytime to place your Sun & News ACTION-Ad & reach over 11,000 area homes! golfing and enjoyed the friendship of many. He is survived by his wife, Ceta E. Williams; son, Alan G. Williams of Middleville; sister-in-law, Virginia Williams of Middleville; many nieces, nephews and friends. He was preceded in death by his infant son, Mark. A Vigil Service were held Thursday, April 17, 2003 at Beeler Funeral Chapel. Funeral Services were held Friday morning, April 18, 2003 at the Beeler Funeral Chapel, Middleville. Fr. David E. LeBlanc officiated. Interment Mt. Hope Cemetery. Memorial contributions may be made to Thornapple Area Enrichment Foundation. Arrangements uere made by Beeler Funeral Home, Middleville. movie OUTPOST VIDEO SUPERSTORE Glen Valley Retail Center M-37 891-9303 This bit of construction soon will be the new home of Whitneyville Bible Church, which currently is holding services in the Caledonia High School cafeteria after a fire destroyed the main church nearly five years ago. The chapel still stands at 8546 Whitneyville. just a stone’s throw from the new site. by Cathy Rueter Staff Writer The fire that ravaged Whitneyville Bible Church almost five years ago took away a building, not the spirit of the church, which has continued to have serv­ ices at Caledonia High School as the chapel space is inadequate for the growing church. The congregation’s dream of a more permanent solution has been in the works for quite some time and now looks to be coming to fruition. Ground breaking for the new Whitneyville Bible Church, just across and (south) down the road from the current location of the chapel, took place about a month ago during a very cold spring Sunday. The field has been cleared and walls are starting to rise. Pinnacle Construction is performing the work on the new church site. According to Jim Bustraan (chairman of the build­ ing committee) and his wife. Mary, the hopes are to move into their new home some­ time this fall. In the mean­ time. the current chapel, lo­ cated at 8546 Whitneyville Ave SE. is for sale. For more information about services or any other church news, contact Pastor Thomas Sluvs or Whitney* ville Bible Church IFCA at 891-8661. Let us gi higHlighj this spang! 1 3Pudio '*‘USS'cr (414)491-1273 **S4 CNiatY VAUIt CA1IDONIA Ml 4*316 ww. Inc SOLD! MILLER MEANS. 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Ml/April 22. 2003 Future of Depot in hands of committee ship Trustees meeting. He came to ask that the town­ ship to allow the association to use the Michigan Central Train Depot to establish a local public museum. by Patricia Johns Staff Writer George French, president of the Thornapple Heritage Association, attended the April 14 Thornapple Town­ He provided an update on the associations fund raising efforts. This year they plan to participate in the commu­ nity garage sale, do some fund raising during Heritage Days and hold an appraisal fair in November. French noted that if the association was able to use the Depot as a museum it would be easier for the or­ ganization to raise monex including applying for grants. The trustees decided to form a committee to discuss the future use of the depot. Trustees on the committee include Susan Vlietstra. Mike Kelley and Rex Schad The THA will have several members serve on the com- Continued next page ^foirdd i %In<J< MaU/uaA LOCAL CHURCH DIRECTORY ALASKA BAPTIST CHURCH A Living Church - Serving a Living Lord Morning Worship ..9:30a.m. Fellowship Time ...10:35a.m. Sunday School 10:50 a m. Evening Praise............................................. 6:00p.m. WEDNESDAY Family Night 6 30 p in 7240 68th Street, SE - Caledonia 2 miles east of M-37 Pastor, Dr Brian F. Harrison Youth Pastor Kevin Stiles C 0 11 M U I I l r CHURCH o place to belong a place to become (Contemporary, Casual, Non-denominational) Sunday Morning Worship.............. 9: JO ft 11 00 a.m Youth Ministry 891-0576 Now meeting in our new building at 117$ Broadmoor1 Rev. Mu hurl Stowell, Isad Pastor Joe Cipcic, Worship Leader Denns Houma, Youth Pastor Church Office 616-891 0287 Visit our web site www brightside org CALEDONIA CHRISTIAN REFORMED CHURCH "A Church with a caring heart for our communin' and the world" Sunday Worship ............................ 9:30 a m. and 6:00 p.m. (Child & Adult h During the School Year) Rev. R. Scott Greenway. Pastor Keith Stulp, Youth Director Al Tiemeyer, Community Calling FIRST BAPTIST CHURCH OF M1DDLEXILLE M-37, north of Middleville • 795-9726 Bruce N. Stewart. Senior Pastor Tim A. Vine. Asst. Pastor Youth Douglas G. Beason. Visitation Pastor Gary Weaver. Musk Minister Pastor David Stewart, CE - Children's Pastor Sunday School Sunday Morning Worship Service Sunday Evening Service Ufcdnesday M>d-Vfcek Prayer Word of Life Clubs 908 W. Main Street (Missouri Synod) Worship....................................... 9 30 a.m. Sunday School . . 11:00 a.m. Adult Bible Class...................... 11.00 a.m. Ret'. E. Anthony Sikora Church: (616) 795-2391 GRACE UNITED REFORMED CHURCH Proclaiming the Whole Counsel of God Morning Worship Service Sunday School Evening Worship Service 10:00 a.m 11:15 a.m. 6:00 p.m. YOU ARE INVITED Rev Tom DeVries, Pastor - 795-990! 1664 N. M-37 Highway Middleville. MI 49333 • 945 1555 Located near the corner of M-3f and McCann Service Times: Sunday School....................................... 9:45 a.m. Morning Worship.................................. 11:00 a.m. Evening Worship................................... 6:00 p.m. Youth Group:............................. 6:00 p.m. Sunday Midweek 7:00 p.m. Wed. 9:30 a.m. Thurs. ew Life RISTIAN CHURCH 10 AM Sunday Morning Services at 9:30 a m. and 6 p.m. 9255 84th Street, Alto, Ml 49302 One mile east of Whitneyville Rtf GUN LAKE COMMUNITY CHURCH & PRESCHOOL 12200 West M-179 Higb*av (Chief Noonday Road) Wayland. Ml'49348 Meeting you, your friends, and your family right where you 're at. Rev. Dave LeBlanc, Pastor Phone 891-9259 GUN LAKE COMMUNITY CJMUF4CP4 Sunday Worship: 900 *.m or 10:30 a.m Wednesday Worship 6.30 p.m. 269-795-’’903 »v» gunlakecommunitychurch org 698-9660 ALASKA CONGREGATION Community Cnurcn A Place for Famih & Kneads 6201 Whitnessille Avenue. Allo CHRISTIAN REFORMED Located in Leighton Township Corner of 2nd Sircei and 142nd Avenue Sundiv MomngVbniap Church School. Sunday 945 am 8 JO la Trxhuonk Praise Singing 1050 am. Sundiv School for Al Ago Morning Worship 11OO am Sunday Et enng Service Wed Fellowship 7J0pm Pastor EG Frizzell FW Fnendb Church Ph 616468-6810 • Pastor j Ph. 616497-6740 1100 in Contemporary IffOO am 5.00 p m sept Apni Aduk Bide Study • SWnodav x* + St Paul Lutheran Church Misroun Synod Comer of 84th St and Kraft in Caledonia I mile west of M-37 Mid-Week at the Oasis - Wed. 6:30 PM informal mid-week acoustic Praise and Worship service Traditional Service 8:30 AM Acoustic Praise ft Worship Service 1100 AM Sunday School ft Adult Bible Study 9:45 AM AO Services have a Nurserq available • Barrier Free Pastor Robert Gerke • Pastor David Ziehr Office Phone 391-S65S SS. CYRIL and METHODIUS CHURCH As of now, the 9:30 Mass of SS. Cyril & Methodius will take place at St Therese Church in Wayland while the final phase of the building of the church takes place. Mass at SS. Cyril & Method­ ius will resume again July 13, 2003, when the dedication takes place We apolo­ gize for the inconvenience. THORN APPLEBIBLE Cl BURCH Preaching the Living Word Serving The Risen Lord Sunday School ............. 9:30 a.m. Sunday Morning Worship .10:30 a.m. (Jr. Church & Nursery available.) Currently meeting at: LCIjc ®ll) tKimc ^etljobist Cljurd) 5590 Whitneyville Ave., S.E. Alto, Ml 49302 Rev Dennis Ross Church: (616) 868-7425 UNITED METHODIST CHURCHES Middleville - Parmelee Parmelee Morning Worship Sunday SchooLI 0:00 am. Morning Worship...11:00 am. Evening Worship...6:00 p.m. Wednesday Prayer Meeting...7:00 p.m. Rev. Royle Bailard, Pastor Phone 868-6437 9 30 a m Middleville Morning Worship Sunday School (Addts) Nursery • Grade 5 Grades 6-8 Sunday Evenings Grades 9-! 2 Sunday Evemgs Grades 6-12 Wednesday Evenrgs 1100 am 9 45 a m IL00a.m 5 006 15 p m 6 36-800 pm. 600-7 30 p m Ret Lee Zachnian Church Office Phone - 795-9266 COMMUNITY Lakeside Leighton Church 8146 68th St near Whitneyvde Ave Wednesday 6:00 P.M. Evening Prayer phon. 795-2370 or 946-9327 Vicar ~ Rev. David T. Hu.twick WAYFARER. Contemporary Worship 9:30 am Sunday School for All Ages 10:45 am Esening Worship 6 00 p.m Rev Nieman Kohns • (616) 891-8167 Paster Roger B airman • Church Office; 868-0391 Church Office 616 891 -8669 • Fax 891-8648 »»» laLestdecoauDtttMty arg _______________ * u caiedoniaunK orc______________ Conurmnify of ficfxcl Emmons Lake Elementary 8950 Kraft SE, Caledonia 250 Vine Street i M 37 to Emmon> to Vine Worship Sen ices 8 30 a m and 11 00 a m Sunday School 9 45 a m Coffee Fellow ship 10 30 a m (Nursery Availabie Throughout) (Holy Communion 2nd Sunday) 11:00 A.M. Holy Communion Spirit-filled family Church. A CALEDONIA IT UNITED .METHODIST April 27th ~ Second Sunday of Easter Gideon Representative Preaching dn Irxing) Sunday Service Times 9:15 A.M. Morning Prayer A Church for today’s world Sunday School for ages 3 yr. thru 6th grade: Sr. High. Sun. 6:30 pm Jr. High, Sun. 6:30 pm Rev P Adams Pfaw 891-8440 2415 McCann Ro. ___________ www.StPaulCaledonia.orq___________ 3449 - 76th St. S.E., Caledonia Kraft Avenue at Johnson Street Saturday Evening Mass ... .5:00 p.m. Sunday Mass . .9:00 a.m. & 11:00 a.m. 708 W. Main Street Middleville Good Shepherd Wesleyan Church Lutheran Church Church Office: (616) 891-1512 M-37 at 100th St. CALEDONIA HOLY FAMILY CATHOLIC CHURCH 9:45a.m. 11:00 a.m 6.-00p.m. 6:45 p.m 6:45 p m. MIDDLEVILLE CHRISTIAN REFORMED V-r-r t < 6J0 pm 6 j0pm Iff ’■orveo Naor • XORMAX taAjc Nwx 6101 891-8028 • e mad k-ightonl tserv net CHURCH Rev. Dr. Jack Doorlag, Interim Minister Finding the Way Together! An informal, contemporary church committed to our community Sunday Worship is at 10:00am in Caledonia Middle School's cafeteria. Everyone is welcome! Nursery & children's activities during all services. For more information: (616) 891 -8119 or www.peaccchurch cc Pastor: Rev Josh Blunt Contact our Dutton office at (616) 65-65-WAY Check our web site M-37 between Middleville & Caledonia Sunday Worship: 8:30 a.m. Traditional 11 a.m. Contemporary 6 p.m. Praise/Bible Study Redeemer Covenant Church —Lighting Up Lives for Cod- Sunday Worship 9:30 am Christian Education Hour 1100 am 5546 Whtneyv^e Ave at 84th Sr • 891-8661 “The Church where everybody is somebody... and Jesus is Lord" Meeting at Caledonia High School Wednesday Family Night 5 45-8.90 pm Pastor NulM Hilhnan Youth Pastor David Enkson 6951 Hanna Lake Avenue, Caledonia 616-698-8001 redetmer4hserv net WHITNEYVILLE Bible Church www rtdeemerc^tnani arg A maAer of the Emngtud Canaan Chacho of America x^day School 930 am Mawq WorsDp 1030 am •Aeehng at chapei on WNtneyWfe Ave Sunday Evenng Worsbp 600 p m Nez 8 &be Study 7 00 p m ■<ev rhomas Xys. . Rev Kan Sasha. Awe ?as?cr _________ 'Veo$.*e wntneyvseooe org �The Sun and News. Middleville. Mi/Apnl 22. 2003/Page 5 From Our Readers Middleville Tiger Scouts tour newspaper offices by Helen Mudry Staff Writer Three Middleville Pack #3065 Tiger Scouts, Tony Grooters, Travis Buckowing and Davin Jordan, toured JAd-Graphics last week to fulfill a requirement for their next scouting rank. They started their tour in the newsroom, where they had a chance to type their names on a keyboard and then send them to the printer. They discovered the printer was in the editor’s office. They then saw how the papers are laid out by hand on the story boards. The ar­ ticles are run through a wax machine so they will stick to the story board. Stories and ads arc cut and trimmed then pieced together to create a page. The scouts got to see the printing presses at work. There were huge rolls of pa­ per feeding into the presses and spitting out the finished papers. I'he scouts discussed the importance of newspapers in small communities. Busi­ nesses rely on papers to gel information to customers. People rely on the paper to tell them social news of births, engagements, wed­ dings, anniversaries and deaths. The local paper has news of local sports, school activities, church events and scouting events. The scouts decided the paper business was like a team, where everyone has an important part to play and the team wouldn’t work without everyone doing his or her part. Saving on home insurance is “No Problem.” b undreds of thousands S pi'of families are saving money with Auto-Owners Insurance for their home and mobile home protection. Stop in and ask ‘ Local Citizens Speak Out On Issues Help is there when needed Tiger Scouts Travis Buckowing, Davin Jordan and Tony Gfooters are amazed to see the printing presses and the huge roles of paper. To the editor: At approximately 11:30 a.m. Monday (April 14), I was working in my home of­ fice (Express Logistics Serv­ ices Inc.) located in the vil­ lage of Middleville, talking to a client on the telephone when something really strange began to happen with my heart. My first reaction was that I was having a heart attack I staggered out of my office in to the den where my wife was located and collapsed. She immediately dialed 911. Within about two minutes Thornapple- Middleville paramedics and firemen were there. I was conscious when they arrived but also sure I was not going to make it to the hospital the way my heart was reacting. They immediately took my vital signs and put me on a heart monitor and oxygen. They then informed me 1 was not having a heart at­ tack, but my blood pressure and pulse were going to the moon. They then informed me I was having some sort of an anxiety attack in which my body had released adrenaline. 1 took a dose of my blood pressure medicine and they continued to moni­ tor me and administer oxy­ gen. My heart within 45 minutes began to settle down and my vital signs be­ gan to drop. They stayed with me the whole time and offered to take me to the hospital, which I declined. Within an hour I felt much better. This is just a short note of gratitude to all those who re­ sponded to my 911 call. This could have perhaps been life threatening. The Thornapple Rescue crew was professional, friendly and sincere and had a true interest in my situation. James R. Clemons. Middleville Solid Impact Fitness HOURS: M-Th Sam-Opm; Fri. 5am-8pm Sat. 8ain*2pm; Sun.9am*3pm • 9175 Chem Valiev, Str. K Cih-donM. 891-2994 £ Remember Mom...f f with a GIFT CERTIFICATE^ s J \Gingher Scissors f' \ Rowenta® Iron QUESTIONS From previous page mittee. Township planner Geoff Moffat suggested that the Downtown Development Authority’s architect who specializes in historic resto­ ration work with the com­ mittee. The architect may be able to discuss ways to use the building while maintain­ ing its historic character. The Thornapple Trail As­ sociation and the Thornap­ ple Area Parks and Recrea­ tion Commission are also in­ terested in possible coopera­ tive uses of the building. Information about the Thornapple Heritage Asso­ ciation is available at 7959414 or at http//thornapple_heritage.lripod.com. Reach over 11,000 area homes with an ad in the Sun & News. Call 945-9554 to place your ad today. 218 E State St, Hastings • 945-9673 I Hulst Cleaners Pick Up Station This faster, let your kids discover something more meaningful than a painted egg about quality pro­ tection. with flexi- off ble payment plans and “No Problem" claim Advertisement $4.95 /mo Internet? By David Stowers service. 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Pastor (269) 7952391 revsikora&juno com I am the Good Shepherd The Good Shepherd gives His life for the Sheep �Page 6/The Sun and News. Middleville. Ml/Apnl 22. 2003 Creekside Growers plans grand opening activities Creekside Floral specializes in weddings Sue- Dykstra’s love of per­ ennials has been a lifelong passion she has shared with her family and friends, and now this is a passion that blooms in her new business. Creekside Growers. The sunny yellow build­ ing welcomes shoppers looking for unusual perenni­ als, tools, annuals and shrubs. “Wc want this to be a full service garden center. We offer almost everything local gardeners need so they don't f THE SEA SHANTY IS ’ ^CELEBRATING 25 TEARS' This Weel{... ALL LAKE SWEATSHIRTS 25% OFF (Have you seen our new Pontoon shirt!) This year we've added new lines of Swim Wear... Stop in and see the new styles and colors!! Sale ends Fri., April 25,2003 MON.-SAT. 106; SUN. 10-4: 11402 Chief Noonday, Gun Lake have to travel to 28th Street.” Dykstra says. With 600 to 700 varieties of perennials. Creekside of­ fers more than many other garden centers. Some of these are unusual varieties. Dykstra features a perennial each week, listing case of care, growing conditions, color of flowers and more information. Creekside also will select an “annual of the week” with the same kind of cul­ tural information. Special prices will accompany these selections. Creekside has a real fam­ ily focus and hometown at­ mosphere. In fact, Dykstra welcomes customers to sub­ mit photographs of their home gardens to posters she has on display. “I can’t go out and visit gardens and I really enjoy seeing how plants selected by our customers grow,” she said. Daughter Janine Dykstra will be attending Michigan State University in the fall to study landscape architecture. She will be available during I I I mith iamond I I ___ — —" SOUTH OFFICE I 8980 N. RODGERS DR., CALEDONIA, Ml I I OPEFN HOUSE I Sunday, April 27, 1 to 4 pm Directions. M-37 to 76th Street I 7660 EAST PARIS AVENUE west to E. Paris, south to home. I CALEDONIA: MUST SELL! I TUrn of the century farmhouse I with loads of charm and char­ I acter. Many- updates. 3 bed­ I rooms plus den, 2 full baths, I main floor laundry. Situated on I large country lot Call Mary Kay I McCleve 292-4550. I Smith-Diamond Realtors* I Toll Free 1-888-891-0107 I Elizabeth Kelson Karen Ohlrich (616) 891-2222 (616) 891-2222 I Sharon (616) 891-2222 (616)891 2222 Emerson Ron Richards (616) 891-7176 (616) 891-2222 I Joan Guikema (616) 891-2222 Dave Vanderwoude (616) 891-2222 Heckman I Lois (616) 891-2222 Ted VanDuinen (616) 891-2222 Lorna Huliinger I Debra Lampani 262-8333 (616) 891-2222 (616) 891-7171 Cathy WilderoUer (616) 891-2222 I John McCleve Jov Kolbcrv (616)891 2222 Kay McCleve (616) 891 7172 I Mary (616) 889-4558 Mark McCleve Sam Uright (616) 891-2222 Deanna McCulfor (616) 891-2222 (616) 891-SOLD Wendy Zandstra I (616) 891-2222 I Ky an Ogle S -D FREE MARKET ANALYSIS 891-2222 I I I I I I I I I I I I I I I I I I I I I I I I I Creekside Growers' open house is set for Saturday, April 26. the summers to help resi­ dents plan their gardens. Daughter Amy is in charge of the Creekside Flo­ ral part of the business. Sue says, “she really enjoys working on weddings.” A junior at MSU, Amy has worked at the Sparty’s flower shop since she was a freshman. This is definitely a family run business, with Sue’s husband Rob, adding his ex­ pertise as well. Hours at Creekside Grow­ ers are 8:30 a.m. to 8 p.m. National Day of Prayer to be observed Monday through Saturday. The grand opening week begins on Saturday, April 26, and continues from April 28 to May 3. There will be daily specials and gardening information available each day during the week. On Saturday, April 26, there will be refreshments as well. Some annual and vegeta­ ble plants will be available beginning April 26. More will be available as the weather warms. The garden center also has herbs, shrubs, bark, picnic tables and tools. For more information about Creekside, call 7957674. Creekside Floral in­ formation is available at 795-0239. Advertisement $4.95 /mo Internet? By David Stowers There is a great company in the area called Netpenny.net. Nctpcnny net offers fast, reliable, and extremely inexpensive dial-up Interenl access to our commu­ nity for only $4 95 a month they have no contracts, no set up fees and they don't even require a credit card - With the cost of Internet for most fami­ lies in our area running in excess of $19 95 or more per month, it’s refreshing to know that we have a highquality/low-cost alternative For more info go to www.netpenny.net or call them loll free (888) 248-7239. by Patricia Johns Staff Writer This year the community National Day of Prayer serv­ ice will be held at 7 p.m. Thursday, May 1, at the Leighton United Methodist Church, 4180 Second St. It is sponsored by the Crystal Springs Christian Missionary & Alliance, Gaines United Brethren, Holy Family Church, Leigh­ ton United Methodist, Mid­ dleville Christian Reformed and the Middleville United Methodist churches. The service will be a con­ cert of prayer and praise for the nation and its leaders, armed forces, schools, inter­ nal security, moral stan­ dards, forgiveness, economy and farmers and their crops. For more information or directions, call the Leighton United Methodist Church at 616-891-8028. BANKRUPTCY ► WAGE GARNISHMENTS k HARASSING CREDITOR PHONE CALLS ► LAWSUITS ► FORECLOSURES ► COLLECTIONS We Can Help! J® Cv ' TaV 269-945-6320 877-213-DEBT (3328) KlZAVA&KUZAVApk �The Sun and News. Middleville. Ml/April 22. 2003/Page 7 Financial Focus Tricia Nelson selected Rotary Student of Month Furnished by Drew McFadden of Edward Jones and Co. • (616) 891-1173 Make IRA contributions early Now that tax season is over, and you've made your final IRA contributions for 2002, it's time to start think­ ing about IRA contributions for 2003. Of course, you do have until April 15, 2004 to fully fund your IRA for the 2003 tax year, so you might think. "What’s the hurry?' But the fact is that the timing of your IRA contributions is impor­ tant. Why is that? First, consid­ er that your Traditional or Roth IRA both offer tax advantages. Traditional IRA earnings grow on a taxdeferred basis, while a Roth IRA grows tax-free, provid­ ed you meet certain condi­ tions. Consequently, the ear­ lier in the year that you invest money in your IRA. the greater the benefits you'll receive from either taxdeferred or tax-free growth. Over a period of years and decades, the added growth you can get from making IRA contributions early can add up to a significant amount. Of course, the investment vehicles within your IRA will not always increase in value. But you can't predict when they will start showing gains - so it makes sense to be prepared for any upturns by being fully invested as soon as possible. Furthermore, by fully funding your IRA as soon as possible, you may be able to follow a classic piece of investment advice: Buy low." As you doubtlessly know, the stock market has been in a prolonged slump. And, as a result, many highquality stocks are now attractively priced. By investing in your IRA right now, you might be able to buy more shares of these stocks than you could if prices go up. Historically, the biggest stock market gains have been recorded in the first few months follow­ ing a long bear market. However, even if you want to put in the maximum amount to an IRA. you may question whether you can afford (t. For 2003, you can contribute up to $3,000 to TK SCHOOL LUNCH MENUS TJK. Secondary Menu Wednesday. April 23 Mozzarella cheese sticks w/dipping sauce or cheese­ burg on a bun. celery sticks w/p.butter. fresh banana, milk. Thursday, April 24 Pork patty w/dinner roll or corn dog on a stick, mashed potatoes, applesauce, milk. Friday. April 25 Pizza or fish sticks, baked beans, fresh grapes, milk. Monday, April 28 Chicken nuggets w/mashed potatoes or bologna sandwich On bun, com, apple cobbler, milk. Tuesday, April 29 Macaroni and cheese w/dinner roll or beef dip­ pers. broccoli, mixed fruit in jello, milk. ESTATE AUCTION' /SATURDAY, APRIL 26/< X 10:00 A.M. X either a Traditional or Roth IRA; if you're 50 or older, you can also kick in an extra $500. It's not always easy for most of us to come up with $3,000 or $3,500 at one time. But by temporarily cutting down on other expenses, or looking at all your financial resources, you may be able to find ways to generate the money you need. And if you receive a tax refund, you've got a ready-made funding source for your IRA. Once you've '' maxed out" on your IRA, you may decide to look at other issues. For example, if you’re like many people, you may have several different IRAs. While there's nothing wrong with this, it may not represent the most efficient use of your investment dol­ lars. You may find it more advantageous to consolidate all your IRAs into one account. By consolidating IRAs. you’ll get a clearer sense of just where your investment dollars are going. Consequently, you can determine if you're properly diversified, or if you have too much money placed in investments that are substan­ tially similar. Also, when you consoli­ date IRAs, you'll cut back on the paperwork that you have to track, because you'll only receive one statement. And you pay no taxes or IRS penalties when you transfer from one IRA to another. So, there you have it - rea­ sons to fund your IRA early and to consolidate your accounts. By taking these steps, you'll help get the most out of your IRA. And. as you build resources for retirement, you'll find that a well-managed IRA can be a tremendous asset. This entire site Copyright © 2002 Edward Jones Gary McKee, accounting instructor, and Tim Shaw, science instructor. at Thomapple Kellogg High School, nominated senior Tricia Nelson, daughter of Jimmy Nelson and Susan Nelson of Middleville, as Rotary Student of the Month for March. Their comments were. "Focused, intelligent, caring, involved. Tricia is both a fine student and person. Her academic excellence and extracurricular involvement make her an asset to Thomapple Kellogg High School. Tricia is a student who desires to complete all work to the best of her abili­ ty and is never satisfied unless her achievements are a result of her best effort. She displays sincere motiva­ tion. self-discipline, and ini­ tiative in her studies." While establishing her academic goals, nelson has found time for a myriad of other activities, including Science Olympiad. National Honor Society, high school band, solo ensemble compe­ titions. All-Ohio “Honors" Band, Ohio Ambassador Honors band, and president of the Business Profession­ als of America, where she competed and qualified for state competition in three different categories in the accounting section. Future plans include an accounting degree in the honors program at Ferris State University. Call 945-9554 to place your Sun & News ACTION-Ad. Tricia Nelson Family Dentistry of Caledonia ,\sk us about our new office Just Say AH Dr Gary Scott, D.D.S. 9958 Cherry Valley Ave. SE Caledonia (616) 891-0004 Fax (616)891-5170 Now Accepting New Patients!J Meet Dr. Jennifer Battiste, primary care physician, along with life long Caledonia resident Leon VanderLaan, PA-C, at the Caledonia Office of Advantage Health. Dr. Battiste and Leon Vanderlaan look forward to meeting you and providing you and your family with personal, comprehensive health care services. Accepting new patients 616-913-8850 or 891-2503 Priority Health and Aetna insurance accepted. men’s & women's health obstetrics ~ kids & teens ~ seniors Advantage health Physicians 9090 South Rogers Ct., Caledonia, Ml ~ www.advantagehealth.org LOCATION: South of Caledonia. Ml or north of Middleville on M-37 to Parmalee Rd . east to Bouwman Dr., north at 7136 Bouwman Dr MANY ANTIQUES AND COLLECTABLES: Art glass, carnival, pressed, purple slag: Nippon. German. Occupied Japan. Majolica; Hall bowls; Dutch pcs; several plates; cups & saucers; sugar & creamers, cruets; 5 calendar plates I909I913; collection of bird figures & music boxes and spoons, rubs flash souvenir pcs.; tall Warwick vase; salt dips, sever­ al dutch scene pictures & frames, oval reverse painting. 2 Indian paintings by Skyle I9I3; kitchen ware, oil lamps. German & Denmark Christmas plates 1^68 1973; Christmas items, records; hat pins & holders, costume jewelry. sets of dishes; knick knacks, lamps, sterling flatware, daik wicker table, victonan hip hugger chairs; oak buffet, chests, duncan phvfe drop leaf table w/chairs. coffee table and drum table; end tables, floral sofa, maple dinette w/4 chairs; maple bed & dresser; recliner, microware cart; Singer sew mg machine, and many other items too numerous to mention AUCTIONEERS NOTE: Register for buyers number with proper I D Lunch on grounds Not responsible for accidents or items after sold ZANDRERGEN AUCTION SERVICE Caledonia. MI • Ph. 61 6-b’MCbMO website: www.zandergenauitionvc.om (Need we say more?] 30 Year Fixed Rate .Mortgages 5.875% 5.975% APR 629 XX. State St., Hastings (Located across from K-mart) MAIX/TREET SAVINGS BANK Your Bank. Your Future. •Annua' Percentage Rate as of Apnl 17, 2003. and subject to change Call Cindy to find out how" she can help you with a mortgage, refinancing,] home equity Ioan, line of credit, construction loan, and more. 1.800.2673830 or 945.9561 Equal Housing Lender Member FDIC �Page 8/The Sun and News. Middlevine. Ml/Apnl 22. 2003 New Emergency Services Facility groundbreaking Saturday, April 26 by Patricia Johns Staff Writer The ceremonial ground­ breaking for the new Emer­ gency Services Facility is Saturday, April 26 at 9 a.m. Saturday will also be the day that volunteers will be re­ moving the historical bricks from around the depot build­ ing so they will not be dam­ aged during construction. Supervisor Don Boysen Free food distributions slated for April 22, 29 Free food will be distrib­ uted at 5 p.m. today and next Tuesday to those in need, at the UAW Union Hall, located at 295 Wash­ ington Street in Middleville. “Anyone who is at risk of going hungry qualifies to re­ ceive this food, said United Auto Workers Local #1002 President John Anderson “If someone you know has to choose between paying for other expenses such as rent or medicine and buying food, skips meals to make sure their children have enough to cat, or sends their child to school without breakfast, they may be at risk of going hungry ." UAW Local #1002 has been distributing food to those in need, starting with last summer’s fresh food distributions. The distribu­ tions are a collaborative ef­ fort among the Food Bank of South Central Michigan. UAW Local #1002. the Middleville United Method­ ist Church and the Barry County United Way. The Food Bank is a United Way agency. It is a member of America’s Sec­ ond Harvest and the Food Bank Council of Michigan. Teresa Bi lek is director of development of the Food Bank of South Central Michigan. She can be reached by calling (269) 964-3663. Anderson and the UAW can be reached by calling (269) 795-9581. Medical Transcriptionist? If you are interested in training at home to become a medical transcriptionist, you are invited to attend a free informational session at Learn Transcrption.com, a licensed, online, state-of-the-art medical transcription school. Session Date Is: Wednesday, April 30th at 6:30 PM at 118 East Superior in Wayland, Ml B Please RSVP to Betsy Curran 1-866-LEARN-86, ext.109 for the above session and for directions. I eamlranscription.com says. “We welcome the pub­ lic to witness the next step in the development of Thor­ napple Township Emer­ gency Services. This will be an exciting day. The members of the Thor­ napple Township Board of Trustees approved the con­ tract with Vander Kodde Construction of Grand Rap­ ids for the building. This low bid was in the amount of $1,618,964.00. The board also approved contracts with MHB Para­ digm for testing and quality control. The board also noti­ fied Broadwing that the township was willing to pay up to $10,000 to protect the fiber optic cable on the property. The company was notified that this work must be completed by May 1. May 1 should be the offi­ cial start date of the project. The contractor believes that construction can be com­ pleted within 280 days. In other business the board approved the Blue­ print project including $5000 in matching funds. This project will improve the economic development of downtown. The trustees approved a maintenance contract for the TTES defibrillators, estab­ lished a committee to ex­ plore ways to comply with new national standards, and accepted the emergency services report. Road plans were adjusted for this year to compensate for the cost of gravel, the township will pay lor port­ able toilets for the Heritage Days celebration in Septem­ ber, and the township ap­ proved the Metropolitan Ex­ tension Telecommunication right-of-way Oversight act which will allow the town­ ship to collect fees from pro­ viders. Watch For Future Expansions at Bill Seif Chevrolet-Buick! TK Students of the Month chosen The following young people were chosen as Students of the Month for March at Thomappto Kellogg High School, (front row. from left) Abigail Krikke. Adam Pratt. Mana Eldndge. Mallory Dobson. Lindsey McKee. Jessica Flaska. Adam Mejeur. (back row) Ashley VanEck. Lars Gustafson. Alex Robinson Shawn Hudson, Ashley Dunn and Emily Quisenberry Unavailable tor the picture were Bnttany Idema. Nicholas Wilke and Sara Whittemore Supervisor attempts to explain adjournment, cancellations by Ruth Zachary Staff Writer Caledonia Supervisor Brian Harrison last week re­ sponded to criticism by resi­ dent Don Miesen over re­ cent meeting cancellations and abrupt adjournment of the March 21 regular meet­ ing. Several agenda items were postponed when the March 21 meeting ended, raising questions about Har­ rison's motives, and if the utility issue on the table was related to the adjournment. Some of the two sched­ uled meetings per month have not consistently taken place, when residents ex­ pected one, inconveniencing some residents who showed up to attend, including Mie­ sen. Miesen told Harrison, "Until a few weeks ago I thought you had the leader­ ship, experience, knowledge and ability to raise the bar for ...this community." Miesen spoke of character implications. "A few weeks ago I watched you on three occa­ sions... ask for public com­ ment during a motion. You later dismissed the motion, and adjourned the meeting, then came to the next board Advertisement $4.95/mo Internet? By David Stowers Stop In and ask what’s going on! Growing To Meet The Community Needs. Bill Seif Chevrolet Buick ZZ, ^-7 SK-37IH HASTINGS 1-M0-nS-242S ‘ V*/ There is a great company in the area called Netpenny net Netpenny.net offers fast, reliable, and extremely n.expensive dial-up Interent access to our commu­ nity for only $4.95 a month they have no contracts, no set up fees and they don't even require a credit card - With the cost of Internet for most fami­ lies in our area running m excess of $19 95 or more per month, it’s refreshing to know that we have a highquality/low<o$i alternative For more mfo go to www.netpenny.net or call them loll free (888) 248-7239. meeting and instead of being accountable, and saying you made a mistake, you ...dis­ missed it and just moved on." He asked for an apology. Harrison said it was a matter of judgment as to "whether my decision to use the parliamentary procedure to abruptly adjourn a public meeting was a matter of in­ tegrity and character. Just as Christ judged someone by their heart... I would ask the community to judge me the same way. If you look at why I did what I did, I am willing to be judged as to the integrity of my motives that evening. "I know I fractured some trust of my fellow board members... inherent in pub­ lic discourse... notice we are all here, and working on is­ sues together. We may not always enjoy each other's tactics, but most of us. most of the time make decisions based on pure motives." Harrison said. "Even dur­ ing strong disagreement, we do so with some purely held beliefs. As long as we con­ tinue with that. I am com­ fortable with my actions. "I have apologized to my colleagues. I have admitted I used my position, but I think my position as chairman of a meeting... I used my posi­ tion to determine the appro­ priateness of the motion. It is my discretion to do so. "I am comfortable with the test of what is in my heart, and politically the electorate will decide. I think all of us are willing to stand on our records," Harri­ son concluded. Join us for the National 33. Day of Prayer Service Thursday, May 1st 7:00 p.m. Leighton United Methodist Church 4180 Second Street (616) 891-8028 A “concert" of prayer and praise to pray for our * Leaders *Armed Forces ‘Schools ‘Internal Security ‘Moral Standards ‘Forgiveness ‘Economy ‘Farmers/Crops Sponsoring Churches Crystal Springs Chnstian Missionary & Alliance Gaines United Brethren Holy Family Caledonia Leighton United Methodist Middleville Chnstian Reformed Middleville United Methodist $ �The Sun and News. Middleville. Ml/Apnl 22, 2003/Page 9 Caledonia Twp. gathers bids for utility info by Ruth Zachary Staff Writer The Caledonia Township Board last Wednesday authorized soliciting bids for various possible future util­ ity projects. Township Supervisor Bryan Harrison explained that the bids were primarily for gathering information about future options, though bids might or might not be accepted in the future. During public comment. Bill Neilly questioned whether a water authority or board should be appointed to oversee utility issues. He said he would like to see a citizen committee instead. "I cannot understand why you arc selling units rather than hooking up water me­ ters so that we have ongoing payment,” Neilly said. “Un­ til I got to Caledonia, 1 never heard of selling water and sewer units. I think that would alleviate a lot of questions the citizenry have, knowing that the system is going to have an ongoing method of payment." Harrison said community members are welcome to at­ tend utility meetings, and the board makes decisions. "All that information is available. We as a board can serve as an oversight com­ mittee. That is our job. I Advertisement $4.95/mo Internet? By David Stowers There is a great company in the area called Nctpcnny.net Netpenny.net offers fast, reliable, and extremely inexpensive dial-up Intcrent access to our commu­ nity for only $4.95 a month, they have no contracts, no set up fees and they don’t even require a credit card - With the cost of Internet for most fami­ lies in our area running in excess of $19.95 or more per month, it's refreshing to know that we have a highquahty/low-cost alternative For more info go to www.netpenny.net or call them toll free (888) 248-7239. would hesitate to delegate what I think is our responsi­ bility." Trustee Richard Robert­ son said sewer extension on 100th Street would have added $800,000 of cost and projected revenues of about $300,000, with a shortfall of about half a million dollars. "There continues to be bidding for water main to 100th Street. I have some concerns..." he said, and re­ ferred to comments in Util­ ity Administrator Rich Pier­ son’s report, in which he said he was trying to come up with developer financed options. Robertson said his support for this part of the project depends on what comes forward from these efforts. “There’s a lot to be ac­ complished in these overall projects, and I certainly sup­ port the majority of them.” he said. “1 think the exten­ sion of the water to 100th Street is problematic.” Trustee Wally Bujak said a survey had shown that many people would never want water and he was con­ cerned over how many actu­ ally would hook up. In other business last Wednesday evening, the Township Board: • Approved rezoning the proposed site of Davenport University from Agricultural to Highway Commercial (HC). Located west off Kraft Avenue on 60th Street, the site is expected to be­ come the "flagship campus" of the business university, with branches in Michigan and other states. The campus will serve 2,400 students and house 200 on site. This was the board's second read­ ing. Davenport University President Randolf Flechsig spoke briefly. There was no public comment. • Noted that Market Lab, a company that markets thousands of medical prod­ ucts. is seeking to buy an in­ dustrial location on 68th Street and is asking for a tax abatement for constructing a potential $2 million ware­ house site in the Caledonia community. The owner. Mike Bieker, stated in correspondence that he is also considering a site in Wyoming. He would like a decision by May 9. Bieker claimed his busi­ ness has grown to a $10 mil­ lion company in five years, adding that it has been rec­ ognized as one of the fastest growing in America. He said the company pays above average wages, at $35,644, did not say how many would he employed in the warehouse, though he claimed many are currently from the Caledonia area. Harrison said the board had discussed tax abate­ ments previously, but had not come to a consensus. He said the board is looking at decision criteria based on other townships. Manager Dave Zylstra said he had contacted 14 cit­ ies and townships in Kent and Ottawa counties. He said he had received nearly a 100 percent response and is tabulating the information and will report at the next meeting May 7. Harrison said the board is under no obligation to meet the deadline requested by Bieker. • Approved an amend­ ment to the Spring Valley Estates planned unit devel­ opment (PUD) at its second reading. • Announced it would ac­ cept nominations for the Hometown Hero Award, to be presented at the Inde­ pendence Day celebration. Harrison invited community citizens to offer nominations for worthy candidates. The deadline is June 1. • Voted to re-establish a See us for color copies, one-hour photo processing and all vour printing needs. PRINT PLUS 1351 N. M-43 Hwy., Hastings. At the gray barn joint Independence Day Celebration Committee. Harrison said committee members would be recom­ mended at the next meeting. Caledonia Village resi­ dent Mike Maviglia. nomi­ nated by the village to be on the committee, spoke to the board. "This Independence Day celebration is... important to me. It permits a chance to give something back. The memories of people who have fought and died for our country, and those in the fu­ ture, with what’s going on overseas nowadays... magni­ fies this whole thing. He said a lot of people had already put in a lot of hours. "We only have approxi­ mately nine and a half weeks before we do cele­ brate. I call upon you to pass this to get this rolling. We are really pressed for time... a bunch of stuff to do yet. We need volunteers and we need help. We want to form a team, I call it Team USA. I am looking for team players, from the village, the town­ ship, from Barry County, Ohio... I don't care. I'm just looking for people who want to help us out... to celebrate our nation's birthday so we can all get together and have a good time." Maviglia challenged the Township board to a tug of war with the village council, which brought many chuck­ les. • Asked Township Man­ ager Dave Zylstra to prepare a proposal for soliciting bids from various sign companies for signs that would be placed at five township cemetery entrances. Some cemeteries have more than one entrance. Bids also will be accepted for township welcome signs at certain key arteries. Historic Commission spokeswoman Kris Apol said the commission recom­ mended a baked enameled sign design by Valley City Signs because the finish was long lasting with a 20-year life expectancy and could be recycled in the future if a design change was desired. Current signs are not uni­ form. She said the signs, it similar in logo, imagery and size for both cemeteries and township boundaries could convey a consistent image for the township. • Discussed the Alaska Spring Cleanup planned for Saturday. May 10. Trustee Bujak is asking for volun­ teers. People will meet at Sam's Joint at 9 am. and work until noon. Volunteers can call Bujak at 698-9144. or just show up on the day of the cleanup. Sam’s provides trash bags and receptacles. Bujak asked people to See utility info, page 14 CALEDONIA COMMUNITY SCHOOLS FREE DEVELOPMENTAL INVENTORY Do you have concerns about the speech, socialization, learn­ ing and/or growth of your preschool aged child? We may be able to help! The Caledonia Community Schools will be con­ ducting a developmental screening for preschool aged chil­ dren to identify those who may benefit from early education­ al intervention. If you are a Caledonia School District resident and would like to schedule a screening for your child please call 891-0219 for an appointment. The screening will take place Friday, April 25th, between 9:00 am. and 3:30 p.m. There is no fee for this service.(The next screening is planned for next spring - date to be announced.) 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One issue had to do with a possible use of income from a township payment for an old water contract with the village. Slaughter had proposed in writing a resolution and or­ dinance regarding the water issue, but village officials did not place the matter on the agenda, so his written comments were later filed with correspondence. Slaughter said. "The state and federal law states you can't use public money for private purposes." He said he thought devel­ opers were trying to determine the development of water and sewer in the village. "Both the township and the village are planning to run water mains directly to developments at village cost." He was asking that if any --- ---------- % * * --- In loving memory of our dear mother, (J)eria ‘ ITlu&c/i ic/io passed away one year ago on.April 21, 2002. It. . // inoilitr hold* her children * hand* for just a p Hille while Hui xhe I mid* lheir lieart*forever. * J.Ier lining daughter*— • dllavyand ffuLif sAcfwvwt utility district of any size was constructed, that the pri­ vate party requesting it would pay for it themselves. He said water mains were being run from M-37 through the Bosco-Deppe property over to Cal Kooiker's property, off Kin­ sey and 100th Street. This is a township project. Village Trustee Chuck Audy explained. Fellow Trustee Nick Un­ ger said no bond issue was yet approved by the town­ ship. He said, "There are ap­ parently some questions over whether or not this bond issue could pay for it­ self. So it’s not a done con­ clusion." Village President Daryl Penfold said Slaughter's pro­ posed language would pre­ vent the village from replac­ ing utility lines on Main Street, a project the council is planning, hoping to coor­ dinate this with a hoped-for future street upgrade through the village. "This says we can’t do it unless the people vote on it." Slaughter explained that he wanted to prevent subsi- Mark Your Calendars... and plan to attend the free ooking chool Taste of Home Tradeshow Thursday, May 1 • 4 p.m. - 9 p.m. Taste of home 6 C S Located at the Barry County Expo Center — 1350 N. M-37, Hastings — • Lots of Food Booths • Shopping • Great Decorating Ideas and Much More! These are the vendors that will be there... Alfresco at Home JS Homestyle Tastefully Simple At Home America Southern Living Health Tech, of Michigan Carveth Village The Body Shop US Born Books Contempo Salon J-Ad Graphics Centers Longaberger Baskets De Kleine Realty Pampered Chef Curves for Women Telecom Liasion Double A Cookie Co. Nutrimetics EcoQuest International Kevin’s Draperies & Fine Furniture Schondelmayer Bar-B-Q King's Electronics & Appliances Mulberry Gardens Nashville Syrup Association Something Special by Kathy Rosemary & Thyme Bib Restaurant Health, Wealth & Beauty Mary Kay Cosmetics Herbalife Dist. Your Travel Biz Fortune Hi-Tech Marketing — Sponsored bv Felpausch Food Center A J-Ad Graphics — dizing a utility at taxpayers’ cost. Audy said. "Subsidizing a development was entirely different than running utili­ ties to a development, which is the job of a municipality to do at times. It’s to coordi­ nate with the developer, to make sure the developer bears the cost. "When you say subsidiz­ ing, it sounds like you are accusing the council... of do­ ing that... I think that’s sim­ ply untrue, and an un­ founded kind of charge." Unger said at a Planning Commission meeting that an informal discussion had take place about the Kooiker property. He said Robert and John Tol, representing Kooiker, "mentioned they were getting their water and sewer from the school." He explained the proposal asked to rezone the property off Kinsey and 100th Street from Ag to R-2. The 37-acre parcel would have up to 120 single-family units on it, though the details may change when the developer returns with a new drawing. The proposed concept also could be expanded to in­ clude senior citizen multi­ family residential. A public hearing is to be scheduled for the May 6 Planning Commission meeting. Penfold explained that if the township went to obtain a bond, there had to be a po­ tential plan, which could change as events transpired. "Sewer money has to be used for sewer funding, and the street fund has to be used for street funding. You can amend your program on a bond," he said. Slaughter said his major concern was over water mains to the Kooiker prop­ erty. "Whose money are they using?" he asked. Trustee Dan Erskine said the village basically did not own the water system, since signing a termination agree­ ment. He said if the town­ ship system got water to the Bosco development, via their system, that would be good for water revenues, and good for Bosco. Slaughter said "Instead of paying us back for what they Christopher J. Hier, 616-891-1240 General Dentistry1 for Children & Adults — NEW PATIENTS WELCOME — Early Morning & Evening Appointments Available Conveniently located on M-37 in Caledonia (Right on the uay to orfrom tvorkj Quality dental care in a relaxed and friendly atmosphere. iITE| Your Smile The First Thing People See! owe us. they are offering us SI60.000 as a payoff for what the township owes for the village share of the w ater system." Penfold questioned. "If Bosco Development brings in water from M-37 to Kin­ sey and Maple, and inside the village, at their cost, which has to be turned over to the local municipality, the township, and if the village were to tie into that and bring it down here to Maple to the Fire Department, and to Main Street for Fire Pro­ tection, do you also feel that's a poor use of funds?" Slaughter refused to an­ swer that question. "This whole thing started with the township saying it would put water pipe in the ground instead of paying the village cash," he said. Penfold said that was not true. Erskine said there had been discussion of running a water main up Main Street from M-37, but the plan was made more complicated be­ cause the state, which would be granting the road repair funding, wanted the village to start at the top of the street which is in the worst condition, rather than at M37 where the sewer and wa­ ter lines need replacement first. Penfold last month pro­ posed a water main to be run to the fire station as a possi­ ble use for the settlement. Village Manager Sandra Ayers said the various ideas were expressed during dis­ cussion, and nothing had been decided. Audy said no agreement and nothing in writing had been finalized, and no action taken on any of these points. The termination agree­ ment is still in draft form, and probably no final deci­ sion could be made before next month at the earliest. Penfold objected to the various forms of correspon­ dence which contained "in­ nuendoes, rhetoric and spin,” being circulated, and sent to the newspaper (Sun and News.) He said this served to be disruptive. He asked Slaughter to come to officials with his questions first. Audy said he had his own questions about other related matters, prompted by Rich Pierson, utilities administra­ tor. He had unanswered questions, he said. "I see no point in the council responding to this letter, that we are in agree­ ment with all these items." He questioned various de­ velopers, of Scotsmoor, Glen Valley and the Holy Family Catholic Church, making private agreements with the schools for utilities, seemingly without prior township involvement. He said the schools were acting as a developer. Erskine ex­ plained the church sewer line would run into the school system and join the Glen Valley line. Penfold said each devel­ oper had to propose a plan for utilities, requiring cngi- neenng approval and agree­ ment to share cost of the mam lines. He said. "It gets final blessing at the township level." He said this did not deal with sewer units, but with the infrastructure. One proposal would route sewage down the village sewer system s main line in the future. Erskine said the infrastructure would need to be made adequate to carry the proposed sewage. He also said he thought the shared cost of transmis­ sion lines should be ad­ dressed. The village over­ sees the sewer within the village limits, but the town­ ship oversees the water sys­ tem, and sewer in the town­ ship. Penfold said it was the first time it had taken 45 minutes in a meeting just to get to the consent agenda. Slaughter questioned township officials during the township meeting April 16 over their efforts to establish a new bond issue and a wa­ ter termination agreement with the Village of Caledo­ nia, related to expanding public utilities in the area in and around the village. He said initially the town­ ship offered to make a cash payment to the village. It was explained that Vil­ lage President Daryl Penfold had suggested running a wa­ ter main rather than to pay the $160,000 the township has agreed it owes the vil­ lage, and that nothing was definite. Treasurer Jill Cardwell explained that water funds, if paid to the village in cash, would have to be dedicated for water fund uses, when the village no longer owns a water system to use the Continued next page Take On Stock Market Alone. I may live juM dawn th«- street, but I’ve got instant access to Wall Street. I can give you up-to-the-aecond information on more tfian 5,000 atoclu. Call or stop by today for details. Drew McFadden Invettmerrt Representative 9185 Cherry Valley Ave SE Suite E CatetJorva. Mi 49316 Bus. 61B6911173 ToW Free 866-8911173 «>rw.eOwarrj[ories con. EdwardJones Semag Individual laveaton Swce »S?i �The Sun and News. Middleville. Ml/April 22. 2003/Page 11 Science Olympiad and OM teams honored by Patricia Johns Staff Writer Diane Hallbcrg’s “Fooled Ya!” Odyssey of the Mind team has something in com­ mon with the members of the Thornapple Kellogg High School Science Olym­ piad team, both teams will be competing against other teams from across the state on Saturday, April 26. The Page Elementary team was the only one of the eight OM teams to make it to the state level. Science Olympiad team coach Tim Shaw said about his team which came second in the regionals to earn a spot at the state level, “These stu­ dents work as a team.” They are looking forward to solv­ ing some of the 23 chal­ lenges they will face on Sat- From previous page money for. Cardwell said Penfold had recommended, “water main would help the residents put fire hydrants on the corners, would help all the village residents reduce all their in­ surance premiums.” "It was only a sugges­ tion,” she said. “At this point, the dollar amount is really more important... cash or water main, it will cost us the same thing." She said a bond issue would provide a means to dents to our schools is tre­ mendous. Lots of work and effort go in to these compe­ titions.” Assistant superintendent Patricia Koeze added. " the fine showing our teams do in the spontaneous division of Odyssey of the Mind demonstrates the mastery of higher level thinking skills by our students.” The board then approved textbooks for technical drawing, architecture, engi­ neering. AutoCad, Java computer language, music appreciation, anatomy and physiology and health. The final cost to the district will not be available until after students register for classes. Books will be ordered to meet class size. The board also approved the new high school repro­ ductive health curriculum pay the village back. "Be­ and a new music apprecia­ fore anything could happen tion course and an AP mu­ the village would have to sic theory course. vote on whether it wanted The board also learned cash, water main and were why the middle school has happy with the dollar not purchased new language amount." arts textbooks. Instead the Caledonia Township school has put its money Trustee Richard Robertson into teacher training to im­ said the proposal had been prove both reading and writ­ to pay the village in cash, ing at the student level. and he supported that Principal Mike Spahr and method of.payment. teachers Jo Dobson and “What the village docs Stephanie Cardwell dis­ with the money is the vil­ cussed the Collins Writing lage's problem," he said, Program, University of Kan­ “and they can do with it as sas Writing Strategies and Project CRISS for reading. they please.” urday. In addition it is a tradition of the Science Olympiad state finals at Michigan State University to challenge the teams with a Mystery Event. Teams will not find out what this will be until Saturday. Another in common expe­ rience for all the OM team members, coaches, judges and volunteers is recognition from the school board at the April 14 meeting. All re­ ceived certificates, hand­ shakes and thanks. Science Olympiad team member Nick Roskam dem­ onstrated the robot he cre­ ated and is still working to perfect before competition. Superintendent Kevin Konarska said, “The contri­ butions by coaches and stu- Nick Roskam demon­ strates how his robot works. The robot is part of this year’s Science Olym­ piad state finals on Satur­ day, April 26 at Michigan State University. Writing and reading are taking place in all the class­ rooms at the middle school, including all exploratory rooms. The two writing pro­ grams build on strengths and CRISS creates independence through student owned strategies. Continuous progress is happening. Dobson says, “You can see student im­ provement from the begin­ ning of the year. Spahr emphasized that all teachers are reading and writing teachers. The board also were in­ vited to meet the presenters during the annual Page Ca­ reer Fair on April 23, 24 and 25. NEWEST CITIZEN BOY, Hudson Drake, bom at Butterworth Hospital on April 11, 2003 at 5:11 a.m. to Dave and Becky De Haan of Middleville. Weighing 7 lbs. 10 ozs. and 20 inches long. ALTO FIREMEN’S PANCAKE SUPPER Annual Pancakes, Eggs, Sausage, Milk, Coffee & Pure Maple Alto Fire Station Saturday, April 26"' 5:00 - 8:30 p.m. Cost: Donations at Door �Page 12/The Sun and News. Mkkfleville. Ml/Apnl 22, 2003 Caledonia moves twanl reconstruction of Main Street by Ruth Zachary Staff Writer The Caledonia Village Council last week agreed to spend $28,000 for engineer­ ing Jiy Flies and Vanden- Funds for the project were Brink. part of funds budg­ eted for a proposed water approved last month, but did main from School to Kinsey not include the engineering to proceed concurrently with expense. Village President Daryl Main Street reconstruction Penfold said the engineering improvements. CHARTER TOWNSHIP OF CALEDONIA KENT COUNTY, MICHIGAN NOTICE OF ADOPTION OF ZONING ORDINANCE AMENDMENT AND SUMMARY OF THE REGULATORY EFFECT THEREOF PUBLIC NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that on April 22. 2003, the Township Clerk of the Charter Township of Caledonia posted the following ordinance of the Charter Township of Caledonia, each of such ordinance being an amendment in the Zoning Ordinance of the Township. • An Ordinance for Caledonia Charter Township Storm Water All of such ordinances were posted in the following places in the Charter Township of Caledonia • Office of the clerk. Caledonia Charter Township, 250 South Maple Street, Caledonia. Michigan • Caledonia Printing Co.. 9790 Cherry Valley Avenue • Kettle Lake Elementary School. 8451 Garbow Dr • Campau Corner. 6785 Whitneyville Avenue • Wilcox Associates. 8180 Broadmoore Avenue • Fresh Start Cate. 9866 Cherry Valley Avenue The above-stated ordinance was considered by the Caledonia Charter Township Board on first reading at a public meeting of the Township Board on April 16th, 2003. This notice is given in accordance with Section 8 of the Charter Township Act and is authonzed by a resolution adopted by the Caledonia Charter Township Board on January 15. 2003 Copies of the above-stated ordinances may be examined or purchased at the office of the Township Clerk, Caledonia Township & Village Hall, 250 South Maple Street, Caledonia. Michigan Dated: April 17. 2003 Township Board of the Charter Township of Caledonia CHARTER TOWNSHIP OF CALEDONIA COUNTY OF KENT, MICHIGAN At a regular meeting of the Township Board of the Charter Township of Caledonia, held at the Township and Village Hall, 250 South Maple Street, Caledonia, Michigan, on the 16th day of April, 2003, at 7:00 p.m. PRESENT: Harrison, Snyder, Cardwell. Bujak, Robertson, Stauffer ABSENT: Bravata The following ordinance was offered by Harrison and supported by Stauffer. ORDINANCE NO. 03-14Z AN ORDINANCE to amend the Zoning Ordinance of the Township of Caledonia (Davenport University Rezoning) THE CHARTER TOWNSHIP OF CALEDONIA ORDAINS: Section 1, The Zoning Ordinance of the Charter Township of Caledonia is hereby amended by the amendment of Section 4.2 thereof, the Zoning Map, so as to rezone the following described lands from the A Agricultural District to the HC Highway Commercial District: That part of the Northeast fractional 1/4 of Section 6, Town 5 North, Range 10 West, described as commencing at the Northeast comer of said Section 6, thence S00°08*24"E940.70 feet along the East line of said NE 1/4 to the point of beginning; thence S00°08’24”E 1589.29 feet along said East line to the East 1/4 comer of said Section 6; thence N89°05'52”W 1317.59 feet along the South line of said NE 1/4; thence N00°09'00’W 1189.32 feet along the West line of the East 1/2 of said NE 1/4; thence N67°05’43"E 341.92 feet; thence N76O1V38’E 1031.50 feet to the point of beginning. Caledonia Township. Kent County, Michigan Section 2, Effective Date/Pubiication. This ordinance shall become effective seven days after its publication or seven days after the publication of a summary of its provi­ sions in a local newspaper of general circulation AYES Members All NAYS Members ___ ORDINANCE DECLARED ADOPTED Bryan Harrison, Supervisor Charter Township of Caledonia Patricia Snyder, Clerk Charter Township of Caledonia STATE OF MICHIGAN COUNTY OF KENT I hereby certify that the foregoing is a true and complete copy of an ordinance adopted by the Township Board of the Charter Township of Caledonia at a regular meeting held on the date first stated above, and I further certify that public notice of such meeting was given as provided by law Patricia Snyder, Clerk Charter Township of Caledonia First Reading: Apnl 2. 2003 Second Reading: Apnl 16, 2003 Ordinance becomes effective Apnl 30. 2003 was needed in advance to determine feasibility of the options. Water and sewer im­ provements are hoped to be coordinated with Street re­ construction presently scheduled for 2004. a pro­ ject to be funded by a state highway grant for street re­ construction. Funding for any utility improvements will be in ad­ dition to the village's match­ ing share for the street pro­ ject, but would significantly reduce the total cost of the improvements if done sepa­ rately. The village is expected to receive $160,000 from the township as a part of a set­ tlement in a termination of an old water agreement. The money would not be tied to any specific project, though it should be used for water. Village officials are looking for the best use for the money, where they can get "the most bang for the buck." Penfold said they did not want the settlement amount tied to any specific project, since it is not known when various projects may actu­ ally happen. The water project could include running a smaller water line to the fire station and is a part of a proposed use for the settlement, which would come to the village from the township in the ter­ mination of the old water agreement. One idea would have piped water from M-37 on Main Street, but the project now may have to proceed from west to east, as the state street grant offers to re­ place the section of Main Street which is in the worst condition, between School and Kinsey. Routing water from the west from School Street, to the east may now be consid­ ered and might also be coor­ dinated with sewer replace­ ment in that section of Main. There is a water main at the west end of School Street. "This might be one of the most viable places for that money to go," Penfold said. "If the ground is open, we can get a long way, maybe we will only have to spend $70,000 for that pipe be­ cause we are doing the rest of the work anyway. That would give us money to use over here to come up Maple Street or something.” This would provide fire protection, and would be ac­ complished as “we have streets tom up.” A 12-inch line on Main Street was proposed earlier by the township, but would not be needed for fire pro­ tection, Penfold said. A four-inch main from Kinsey to 400 feet west was being considered at the April 14 meeting. In other business Monday night, April 14, the Village Council: • Agreed to re institute the Independence Day Cele­ bration Committee. The committee previously was to have a joint chair, but would now have a single chair ap­ pointed by the Village Council and the Township Board, if it is agreeable to both boards. Appointment nominations for the committee include Mike Maviglia as chairman. Jim Tolen. Aaron Bravata. Nick Unger and Sandy Ay­ ers. for a term of two years. • Approved a lease agree­ ment for Wayne Rodgers and Bill Neil for farm use of acreage on village property along M-37. • Answered questions by Kevin Bueckman who lives on North Street over details regarding the village street, where a private 40-foot wide easement was purchased by the township and the village. The village paid a greater share of the street cost, owns it and maintains it. A prop­ erty survey was made prior to the purchase, it was con­ firmed. The township operates the cemetery and hoped the street could help accommo­ date overflow problems from cemetery visitors. Bueckman said problems of vandalism in the ceme­ tery had been reduced by resident attention to suspi­ cious behavior. He said they had never seen a Kent County officer patrolling the area, as reported. He said several reasons for the purchase of the case­ ment had been made to dif­ ferent residents. He sug­ gested the real motivation for the village purchase had been to build a road through that part of the village across the creek to access the com­ mercial shopping areas of the village off M-37. Penfold explained one reason for the purchase had been to allow public access to people who have family members in the cemetery, who had been crossing pri­ vate property by using the easement in the past, ob­ jected to by some of the residents who owned it. Bueckman expressed a concern over survey stakes showing the easement actu­ ally included area of some of the graves or plots. Erskine thought perhaps the stakes Bueckman re­ ferred to were actually slakes used to help DPW staff to maintain the road in the winter when other mark­ ings were not visible. He said he had personally suggested a future road, but that there was no immediate plan to turn North Street into a connector or through street. Audy said "Why didn’t you just ask someone of the Village if there was any in­ tention to widen the road? That’s all public informa­ tion." Later he suggested citi­ zens should question village or township employees per­ sonally. and then if ques­ tions persist, to send a corre­ spondence for the written re­ cord. and then if a longer audience is needed to ask to be given a spot on the agenda. • Unanimously approved vacating a portion of Short Street, 20’ x 100* which is of no functional use to sur­ rounding residents or for the village. The property has been maintained by the pre­ vious owner, and expenses will be paid by a new owner who recently purchased the adjoining lol. This will re­ sult in taxes Io the village for property now in private ownership. Three bids for the re-pav­ ing of Dobbcr Wenger, a new Village Street behind MacDonalds, were received In the future, more extensive features, including curbing may be needed. It waa fell the area is changing and a more temporary repair of the street would be best at this time. The low bid of $10,825 by A 1 Asphalt WM chosen. The council has scheduled the street dedication of sev­ eral new streets in the com­ mercial area along M-37 for May 17 at 9 a.m. at the Vil­ lage Hall. The final proceed­ ings will later move to the locations of the streets. The East/ west streets will be named Higley, Kaechclc and 92nd, while the north /south artery will be named Dobbcr Wenger Mcmoiial Drive, Caledonia Village of­ ficials decided in August of last year. VILLAGE OF FREEPORT REVISION TO ORDINANCE #34 Unlicensed. Unregistered, Inoperable Dismantled. Etc, Motor Vehicles Ordinance #34 to read as follows: Section 2 ALLOWABLE PARKING, STORAGE OF LNLI- CENSED, UNREGISTERED, INOPERABLE, DISMANTLED OR PARTIALLY DISMANTLED VEHICLES PARIS OR TIRES FOR TEN (10) DAYS Any unlicensed, unregistered, inoperable, dismantled or partial­ ly dismantled motor vehicle/*) and/or tires, and/or parts of motor vehicles may be stored in an orderly manner in the dnveway or rear of a premises, but not in any case in a street, road or in front of a premises in the Village of Freeport, for a period not to exceed ten (10) days Section 3 PARKING, STORAGE PROHIBITED EXCEPT WITHIN ENCLOSED BUILDING No person, following the up to ten (10) day allowable time peri­ od (Ordinance #34 Section 2), shall cause unlicensed, unregistered, inoperable, dismantled or partially dismantled motor vehicle/s), and, x tires, and/or parts of motor vehicles thereof to be parked, placed, stored or permitted to remain on any premises, streets or roads in the Village of Freeport except those parked or stored within a fully enclosed, permanent building �The Sun and News. Middleville. Ml/Apnl 22. 2003/Page 13 CALEDONIA TOWNSHIP BOARD MEETING CALEDONIA TOWNSHIP BOARD April 16, 2003 Present Harrison, Snyder Cardwell. Bujak. Robertson, and Stauffer Absent Bravata. Also Present Planner/Manager Zy Istra. Deputy Clerk Palmer, Engineer Randy Wilcox. Utilities Billing Giamo. and sev­ eral citizens Supervisor Harrison called the regular Caledonia Township meeting to order at 7:00 p m Supervisor Hamson led the Pledge and Invocation CONSIDERATION OF THE Advertisement $4.95/mo Internet? By David Stowers There is a great company in the area called Netpennynel. Netpenny.net offers fast, reliable, and extremely inexpensive dial-up Interent access to our commu­ nity for only $4 95 a month they have no contracts, no set up fees and they don’t even require a credit card - With the cost of Internet for most fami­ lies in our area running in excess of $19 95 or more per month, it’s refreshing to know (hat we have a highquality/low-cost alternative For more info go to www.netpcnny.nef or call them loll tree (HXX > 24M-7239. AGENDA: Moved Hamson sec­ ond Snyder to move item 5G Storm Water Ordinance to the consent agenda Ayes Alt MOVED CARRIED. Moved Harrison, second Snyder to remove item 9D - Final Plat Approval - Blackstone No 2 Ayes All MOVED CARRIED. Moved Hamson. second Bujak to add item 10D - Caledonia independence Committee Ayes All MOVED CARRIED PUBLIC COMMENT: Clarence Slaughter commented on water main in the Village of Caledonia CONSENT AGENDA Moved Stauffer, second Hamson to approve the consent agenda as written Ayes All MOVED CAR­ RIED. INQUIRY OF CONFLICT OF INTEREST: None REPORT FROM BOARD OFFICERS AND STAFF: None CORRESPONDENCE: Letter froM MarketLab Tax Abatement REZONING REQUEST BY DAVENPORT COLLEGE - 2ND READING: Discussion was held Moved Harrison second Stauffer to adopt an ordinance to amend the Zoning Ordinance of the Township of Caledonia Davenport University rezoning Roll call vote Ayes All MOVED CARRIED. REQUEST BY DYKEMA EXCAVATORS TO AMEND THE SPRING VALLEY ESTATES PUD-2ND READING: Moved Stauffer, second Snyder to adopt an ordinance to amend the Zoning Ordinance of the Township of Caledonia Amendment No. 1 of Spnng Valley Estates Planned Unit Development Roll call vote Ayes All MOVED CARRIED. RESOLUTION TO AUTHO­ RIZE BIDDING OF CERTAIN ATTENTION VILLAGE OF FREEPORT NOTICE Of REVISION TO ORDINANCE #40 PROJECTS: Bill McNealy dis cussed Ns concerns with the water hookup fees and the pos­ sibility of forming a water author­ ity Discussion was hekj Moved Cardwell, second Snyder to adopt a resolution to direct Township Engineer to prepare bid documents and sobert and recede bids for capital improve­ ments to the Caledonia Town­ ship sewage disposal system and the Caledonia Township water supply system and to pro­ vide for related matters Roll call vote Ayes AW MOVED CAR­ RIED. CEMETERY SIGNS: Kris Apol of the Historic Commission discussed the histone value of the cemeteries in Caledonia Township The Histone Com­ mission feels the cemeteries should have uniform signs Moved Harrison, second Bujak to prepare a request for bids tor Township Cemetery signs Ayes All MOVED CARRIED. HOMETOWN HERO AWARD: Discussion was held regarding nominations for a Hometown Hero for 2003 ALASKA CLEAN UP: Bujak discussed the need for a clean up in Alaska. The citizens clean up leaves, debns. and branches. This dean up will take place on Saturday, May 10. from 9-noon at Sam's Joint in Alaska. Kris Apol discussed the need for a chipper this year due to the ice storm RESOLUTION - CALEDO­ NIA INDEPENDENCE DAY COMMITTEE: Moved Cardwell, second Snyder to adopt a reso­ lution for the re-establishment of Caledonia Independence Day Celebration committee with the removal of the word unanimous in paragraph 3 Roll call vote. Ayes All MOVED CARRIED. AA, AL-ANON MEETING TIMES Compensation for Elected Officials Revised to read as follows: Section: 3 The Village Countil hereby states that thonigh this ordinance that the Village President and Village Trustees shall be paid monthly for attending one (1) Village coun­ cil meeting and one (I) Standing Committee meeting and one (I) Special Meeting. In the occurance that there is more than one (I) Village Council, Standing Committee or Special Meeting in a month, compensation will be for one (I) of each only. The Village Clerk and Village Treasurer are compen­ sated as a salaried position and shall be paid monthly. Caledonia - 100th and M37. AA meets Tuesdays 6:30 a m.; and Saturdays 10 a.m. Open Discussion Meeting. (Al-Anon meets Tuesday and Thursday at noon.) 9964 Cherry Valley #3, Caledo­ nia. Contact Jerry R. at 4379452. Monday, Wednesday, Friday, noon, 9669 Kraft Ave.. Holy Family Church, A A open meetings. Tuesday and Thursday 5:30. (TFN) VILLAGE OF CALEDONIA COUNTY OF KENT, MICHIGAN PUBLIC NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that on Tuesday. May 6. 2003, at 7:00 pm. the Planning Commission of the Village of Caledonia will hold a pubbe hearing at the Caledonia Township and Village Han. 250 South Maple Street. Caledonia. Michigan The heanng is Io receive comments regarding the application of Wes»e> & AssociatesCalvin Kooiker <o rezone certain property within the Village from its current AG Agricultural District designation to R-2 Medium Density Single Family District The heanng will also be held for the purpose of obtain­ ing advisory comments on preliminary Planned Unit Development site plans that have beer, presented tor the property by the applicant The property is identified as Permanent Parcel *41-23-29-451-007 and is located at 245 Kinsey Street It contains approximately 38 acres of land Al interested persons may attend the pubhc heanng A copy of the proposed zoning map amendment and a complete legal descriptor may be obtained at the Viiage Ha* located at 250 South Maple Street Caledonia Michigan, dunng established office hours Written com­ ments may be forwarded to the Planning Commission at the above address up to and nduding the date of the heanng Mike Nowglia commented on the celebration this year being very important. He challenged the Township Board to a match of tug-a-war against the Village Council BOARD COMMENTS: Bujak questioned the web site progress Cardwell thanked t*e fire department and the utility workers for their work dunng the ice storm. Harrison commented on the airplane pull at the Gerald R Ford International Airport and the fire department attending this charity event PUBLIC COMMENT (EXTENDED): Don Miesen of 7081 Cherry Valley commented on his discouragement of the last Boarding being canceled, and he requested that the Township either hold 2 meetings a month or 1 a month He com­ mented on the Fre Department and their efforts dunng the ice storm He also commented on his appreciation of the cell phone program and he would like to donate phones He requested that Harrison apolo­ gize for the early adjournment of a meeting ADJOURNMENT Moved Hamson. second Cardwell to adjourn. Ayes: All MOVED CARRIED. Patncia Snyder Caledonia Township Clerk (325) CHARTER TOWNSHIP OF CALEDONIA COUNTY OF KENT, MICHIGAN At a regular meeting of the Township Board of the Charter Township of Caledonia, held at the Township and Village Hall. 250 South Maple Street. Caledonia. Michigan, on the 16th day of April. 2003, at 7:00 p.m. PRESENT: Harrison. Snyder. Cardwell. Bujak, Robertson. Stauffer ABSENT: Bravata The following ordinance was offered by Stauffer supported by Snyder ORDINANCE NO. 03-15Z AN ORDINANCE to amend the Zoning Ordinance of the Township of Caledonia (Amendment No. 1 of Spring Valley Estates Planned Unit Development) THE CHARTER TOWNSHIP OF CALEDONIA ORDAINS: WHEREAS, on or about February 21. 1996. the Township Board adopted an ordi­ nance establishing the Spring Valley Estates Planned Unit Development. WHEREAS. Dykstra Excavators has submitted an application to the Township, requesting that the planned unit development ordinance be amended so as to increase the number of lots in the Development to 38 lots; WHEREAS, the Township Planning Commission held a public heanng on March 3, 2003, concerning the requested ordinance amendment and. following the public hear­ ing. recommended that the Township Board adopt the amendment Section 1, The Charter Township of Caledonia ordinance establishing the Spring Valley Estates Planned Unit Development (PUD), adopted by the Township Board on or about February 21. 1996, is hereby amended, upon the terms and subject to the conditions of this ordinance. Section 2, The amending of the above-stated Spring Valley Estates PUD Ordinance, and the rezoning of the lands to the Planned Unit Development District, in accordance with the final development plan, as amended, of the Spring Valley Estates Planned Unit Development ("the Development") is expressly subject to all of the following terms and conditions: (1) Development Plan, The Development shall comply in all respects with the Development Plan, as revised by the proposed plat of Spring Valley Estates No 2, showing both Phase 1 and Phase 2 of the proposed plat, except in those respects in which the plan may be superseded by the terms of this ordinance, in which case the ordinance terms shall control. The final approved version of the Development Plan (“the Plan") shall be authenticated by the signature of the Township Supervisor. (2) Nature of the Development. The Development will be a development of detached single family dwellings located on public streets. The development will be platted under the terms of the Subdivision Control Act and the Caledonia Township Subdivision Ordinance. The Development will be laid out and constructed in two phases. Phase I comprises Lots 1-19; Phase II will have 19 lots, numbered from 19 through 38. The appropriate portions of the streets, the stormwater detention areas, the storm sewers and other features to be constructed in each of the phases shall be shown on the Plan. (3) Lot Areas; Site Access. (a)-(d) (No change) (e) There shall be not more than 38 single-family dwellings In the Development, as shown on the revised plan. (f) (No change) (4) Streets and Drives, (No change) (5) Sanitary Sewer and Water Supply, (a) (No change) (b) Each lot in the Development shall be served by the public water supply system, and each dwelling shall be connected to the water supply system prior to occupancy. No private water wells shall be permitted within the Development In accordance with the revised Plan, water mains shall be extended from 84th Street into the Development, by means of ttie Wilken Drive right of way. (6) -(17) (No change) Section 3, This ordinance amends the Spring Valley Estates PUD ordinance only in the respects specifically stated above. All other parts of the Spring Valley Estates PUD ordinance remain in full force and effect. Section 4, This ordinance shall become effective seven days after its publication or seven days after the publication of a summary of its provisions in a local newspaper of general circulation. AYES: All NAYS:____ ORDINANCE DECLARED ADOPTED Bryan Harrison Township Supervisor Patricia Snyder Township Clerk First Reading: Apnl 2, 2003 Second Reading: April 16, 2003 Ordinance becomes effective Apnl 30, 2003 I hereby certify that the foregoing is a true and complete copy of an ordinance adopted by the Township Board of the Charter Township of Caledonia at a regular meeting held on the date first stated above, and I further certify that public notice of such meeting was given as provided by law Dated Apnl 16. 2003 PLANNING COMMISSION OF THE VILLAGE OF CALEDONIA Patricia Snyder Township Clerk 324 327 �Page 14/The Sun and News, Middleville. Ml/Apnl 22, 2003 Caledonia’s annual school election slated for June 9 be open at 7 a.m. and close by Cathy Rueter at 8 p.m. on the day of the Staff Writer The Caledonia Board of election. Write-in candidates must Education last week offi­ cially noted that the annual file a declaration of intent on or before 4 p.m. Friday, school election will be held Monday, June 9. Two, four- June 6. Look for further in­ year seats on the board will formation about the election and the school board posi­ be up for election. As always, the polls will tions and candidates in fu­ ture issues of the Sun and News. Voting locations are as follows: • Precinct #1, Caledonia High School Commons, for all territory of the school district south of 84th Street. • Precinct #2, Kettle Lake School, for all territory of the district north of 84th Subscribe to the Street and east of the • Thornapple River, Pre­ Hastings Banner. cinct #3. Dutton School, for all territory of the district north of 84th Street and West of the Thornapple River. In other business at its April 15 meeting, the school GET ALL THE NEWS OF BARRY COUNTY! Call 269-945-9554 to order your subscription today! Conservation Resource Management Jim Bruce Consulting Forester/Wildlife Biologist 269-945-8930 Professional Forest Management Timber Sales: get the most for your high value timber Habitat Management Wildlife Plans 38 years experience Cherry Valley board: • Approved payment of $99,756.74 for site work at the Kraft and 92nd Street in­ tersection. Kent County has promised to reimburse $87,196.24 to the district. During the meeting, board member Kristy Sherlund asked for clarification by noting that Caledonia’s pay­ ment actually won’t be nearly $100,000. “So that’s (a little over) $12,000 for the record,” commented Sherlund. District Business Man­ ager. Judi Dean, explained that the payments for the work would be written office has directed us to fill the deck flutes in the acous­ tical metal deck on top of smoke related or fire rated walls in the main gym area of the new high school. Cost for this is $23,517.62.” Delger explained during the meeting that this work would make it so that no smoke could penetrate from one area to another. • Awarded the bid for spray booths in the replace­ ment high school to Royal Sheet Metal in the amount of $27,990. • Agreed to the hiring of Shannon Maxim as the ninth grade girls' soccer coach. Resignations were accepted from Dustin McFarlan (boys’ track assistant coach) and Jim Reeds. GREENHOUSE West Michigarf’s Most Inspiring Retail Gardening Experience! Now Open! Two acres of annuals and perennials grown under one roof! Specializing in new and unusual varieties! Children’s Play Area For your shopping convenience! Patti Oakland Advanced Master Gardener on Staff • Noted that graduation for the Class of 2003 was set for 7:30 p.m. on Thursday. May 29. All board members have indicated their plans to at­ tend and participate in the ceremony. • Granted recommenda­ tions of tenure to CHS staff Kristen Gannon and Melissa Walbridge: CMS staff To­ nya Heaton. Jim Klomparens. Rory Robertson. Rethrough the district with Kent County later providing reimbursement. This seems to be a way for the district to monitor payments. A statement of change or­ der from Gary Delger of the Caledonia District explained the matter further. “The Kent County Road Commission has agreed to a plan for our new high school entrance and the rebuilding of the Kraft and 92nd Street intersection. To meet their requirements, we need to add site work...” • Received a recommenda­ tion Delger for formal ap­ proval of a change order for work to be performed on the replacement high school due to state fire regulations. “The state fire marshal’s becca (Stauffer) Bravata and Rebecca Wenger: Caledonia Elementary staff Amy (DenOtter) Paoletti and Mary Hoekstra (also Dutton Chris­ tian): and Dutton Elemen­ tary staff Michelle Ehrhardt. Also granted tenure were Dutton Christian shared time staff Jean DeVries and San­ dra Struyk; Emmons Lake Elementary staff Todd De­ Jong. Todd Holstege. Jenny King and Candace Price: Kettle Lake staff Kelly Clark. Douglas DeRuyter and Kelly (Rodgers) LaCroix. • Granted second-year probation to Brett Knoop (CHS phys ed). Elizabeth Sorsen (Dutton/TMI). Joyce Stanley (Cal El). Lori Baker (Emmons Lake reading), Michelle Hazen (Emmons Lake). Jerry Keron and Kaye (Weaver) Kenyon both from CHS. Kate Bearss) Favre from CMS. Carol Lenger (Emmons Lake/LD) and Jean Lewis (Cal El Spanish). Continuing sec­ ond-year tenure was granted to Gordon Usher. CHS band (from Decatur Public Schools). Third-year probation was granted to Susie Hall (CHS special ed). Kevin Remenap (CHS) and Shelley Gibbons (CMS). Elementary staff granted third-year pro­ bation were from Caledonia El. Jessie Hancock and Kim Fletcher; from Dutton. Tracy Wanamaker. Karlene (Hantle) Pitts. Lori Coff­ man. Suellen Claflin and Marjorie Terpstra (also Dut­ ton Christian): and from Emmons Lake; Paul Wanless. Fourth-year probation was granted to CHS staff Pam Carpenter. James Crites. Kelly Gray and Danielle Ralston; Thomas O'Brien from Alternative Ed. Joseph (Tony) Signori from CMS and Melissa DeHorn from Cal El; Dutton El staff Kerry Fernandez (also special ed) and Julie Nixon; and Em­ mons Lake staff Scott Car­ penter. Continuing tenure was granted to two teachers who attained tenure status in a previous Michigan Public School district. Scott Eldred (CHS/special ed. Wyoming Public) and Joan Wallace (Cal El. Plymouth-Canton Public). Utility information, from page 9 drive with care through the village that day because some volunteers will be working in the streets, sweeping the 68th Street bridge, or removing leaves from corners. Others will be removing fallen leaves and branches from the Alaska Cemetery. Organizers hope to be able to use a chipping ma­ chine. Bujak said one day he would like to see a township-wide cleanup. • Discussed cemetery maintenance. Pickup of fallen branches from the re­ cent ice storm, especially in the Alaska Cemetery, was said to be needed prior to Memorial Day when serv- ices will be conducted there. John Highness, the mainte­ nance employee is currently working on the problem. Harrison suggested an ad hoc cemetery committee could be needed to deter­ mine priorities of upkeep. • Thanked the Fire De­ partment and utility opera­ tors for tireless days and nights removing fallen branches and debris left on township roads by the recent ice storm. Cardwell noted the efforts, which was re­ flected by applause from at­ tending residents. Fire Chief Brian Bennett said the Caledonia Fire De­ partment will take part in airport festivities, and will tug a Federal Express 727 to raise money for the Special Olympics of Michigan. Resident Don Micscn added he was very apprecia­ tive of the efforts by the fire department, which had liter­ ally opened the road so he could get home the night ot the ice storm. Miescn also thanked the board for the idea of coordi­ nating a free cell phone pro­ gram for seniors. He said with free phones, some peo­ ple would use them, but without the option, they would not. 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Hastings dominated the game early, after getting a rush of adrenaline by scor­ ing the opening goal of the game just a minute into the contest. The Trojan midfield, led by Bethany Steorts in the middle and Janine Dykstra and Stephanie Simon on the outside, did a great job turn­ ing the tide around for TK Steorts set up the runners for a couple of good oppor­ tunities while Dykstra and Simon made some great runs up the line to add to the attack. Kendall Gerbasi also did an excellent job of stepping up and keeping the ball in the attacking part of the field for TK. Steorts had a chance to tie the game up as she worked the ball out of a scramble in front of the Hastings net 10 minutes into the second half, but her shot ricocheted off the far goal post and out. The Saxons went on to add one more goal midway through the second half for the final margin. “Our defense was pretty solid.” said Clinton, “but un­ fortunately we lost Mclisa Potts late in the game due to an injury. It docs not appear serious and we look forward to her coming back. Denise weeks stepped in for Potts and did a fine job in defense for us.” Wednesday against Alle­ gan was another disappoint­ ment for the TK ladies who fell 4-1. “The girls worked so hard, but just could not get the ball in the back of the net.” said Clinton. There was a lot of hustle and hard work on TK's part, but Allegan mounted a great attack. In the first half with the wind behind them the game belonged to the Allegan Ti­ gers. At half time the score was 2-0. but that never stopped the lady Trojans from charg­ ing in the second half. This time TK had the wind going with them and made the best of it. In the first five minutes of the second half, Kristy Hall scored a nice lofting shot that bounced off the far post and went in. This helped to spark the Trojans to keep up the offensive attack, but un­ fortunately for TK Allegan snuck in two more goals in the last couple minutes of play. The defense for TK did a great job, led by Potts. Ra- Caledonia netters stay undefeated in the Gold I^ast week the Caledonia Tennis team improved its conference record to 4-0 with a pair of O-K Gold wins. On Wednesday, an unde­ feated Sparta team came to Caledonia and the Scots pre­ vailed with a 6-2 win. Sparta was able to take victories at the top two sin­ gles spots, but those were the Spartans lone victories. Winning matches for Cale­ donia were Kayle Hinkle at third singles (6-4, 4-6, 6-1) and Nate Stauffer at fourth singles (6-4, 6-0). Caledonia swept the four doubles matches, led by De­ vin TePastte and Mike NapCaledonia's Andrew per at first doub’s with a 7Blanchard reaches down 5, 6-2 victory. The second doubles pair for a one handed back of Kyle Ullery and Tim hand last Monday as the Stouffer were 6-3, 6-0 win­ Scots swept Hastings. (Photo by Perry Hardin) ners. Mike Krieger and Matt Paarlberg won 6-4, 2-6, 6-2 won 6-2, 6-4. Hinkle won 6-2. 6-2 at at third doubles. Mike Morgan and Todd third singles, and Stauffer won 6-0, 6-2 at fourth Kortenhoven teamed up at None of the Scot doubles fourth doubles, coming from 4-1 down in the first set to teams gave up more than take it 6-4, then stealing the one game in any of its sets. The first doubles team of second set 6-2 l^ast Monday. April 14. TePastte and Napper were the Fighting Scots swept a perfect, winning 6-0. 6-0. The second doubles team young Hastings team 8-0. Andrew Blanchard won at of Ullery and Stouffer won first singles 6-1. 6-2. At sec­ 6-0. 6-1. Krieger and Paarl­ ond singles Kyler Pentecost berg won 6-1, 6-1 at third doub’s. At fourth doubles Morgan and Kortenhoven picked up the victory 6-0, 6-1. They boys visit Wayland this Wednesday, then visit South Christian next Mon­ day as they look to keep their O-K Gold record per­ fect. On Saturday, the Scots took the top spot at their Dobber Wenger Invitational in Caledonia. The Scots finished with 18 points to beat out Hud­ sonville (15), Byron Center (9). and Hamilton (6). All four flights of Scot netters finished in either first or second place. Scoring firsts were Hinkle at third singles, and the team of Morgan and Kortenhoven at fourth doubles. chel Clinton had a penalty kick on her in the first half. She made a great save to help keep the Trojans in the game. On Monday the Trojans faced Lowell and came out with a loss. “Lowell was a good team and did an excel­ lent job of passing and mov­ ing the ball around.” said Clinton. TK played well, but was just not able to get going. “Everyone seemed to be tired and out of touch with the game that night, follow­ ing a week off for spring break.” Clinton said. The final score for that game was 6-1. One of the Lowell goals was a penalty kick. “I could not see the play fully, but TK goal keeper Denise Weeks came out to get the ball and from what I saw did things right. Unfortunately the referee thought she came out at the player and not the ball.” Clinton said, the ensu­ ing call set up the PK. “Denise did a great job of reading the play, but just missed the save.” Hall was the only goal scorer for TK. She was set up by the hustle from Ash­ ley VanEck who knocked TK’s Sarah Near fights for possession of the ball with Hastings’ Jami Shilling. (Photo by Brett Bremer) the ball loose from the Red Arrow goalie. ‘Cats can't hang with Cal. kickers Caledonia’s varsity girls’ soccer team improved its overall season record to 3-2 with a 3-2 win at Wayland on Thursday. Caledonia controlled the ball for a large portion of the first half and outshooting the Wildcats. Deanne Warner scored the first goal of the game for the Scots with an assist from Tricia Miedema. The second goal came from Rachel Buckner on an assist from Ellen Saxton. The final five minutes of the gam were nerve racking for the Fighting Scots with the game tied up at two. Carlie Sanxter was carry­ ing the ball about 20 yards out when she was fouled and awarded a direct kick out­ side of the 18-yard box. Sanxter put the direct kick into the back of the ‘Cats net for the 3-2 lead. Warner, Miedema, and Emily Birtles all played out­ standing games for the Scots said Coach Kate Seiko. The Scots also topped Ce­ dar Springs last week in OK Gold action. I’hc host Scots went up 2-0 in the first half on goals from Buckner and Sanxter. Warner added one more in the second half. Josephine Oblinger got the win in net for Caledonia, stopping five shots in the shut out victory. ' Service Check List included in Every Visit! Advertisement $4.95/mo Internet? 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Saturday 8-1 �Page 16/The Sun and News, Middleville, Ml/Apnl 22. 2003 Trojans mercy Hart for first win of season The Trojan varsity base­ ball team picked up its first victory of the season on Sat­ urday as they mercied Hart in the first game of a doublchtader in Middleville. Not only is first year Tro­ jan Coach Tom Enslen proud to get his first win. “This program hasn't been winning at all. so this is a big improvement. We’ve been in every game this year.” Jamie Sanford picked up the win in that one for TK from the mound. The second game went to Hart however. 9-3. At Hamilton on Friday the a big error in the fifth in- Scots closing in on elusive victories The Caledonia girls lost their third game of the sea­ son, 8-5, to East Grand Rap­ ids last Tuesday. East jumped out to a 5-0 lead in the first, adding a run in the third, fifth, and sev­ enth. Caledonia was held score­ less until the bottom of the fifth when Melissa Gillard pinch hit and reached base on a hit up the middle. Meagan C argill followed with a triple to score Gillard, then scoring herself on a throwing error by the Pio­ neers. Caledonia added to that again in the bottom of the seventh when Gillard reached base on another East error. Cargill knocked her over to third with a sin­ gle then stole second. Julie Wicks knocked the pair in With .i sinj’li nl hl r own. Wicks and Bri Hormel each got to cross the plate for the Scots thanks to East errors in the final inning. “If wc could eliminate the first inning and some mental mistakes wc would have come out on top in this game,” said Scot Coach Tom Kaechele. “I was pleased with the fact wc didn't quit playing and came back the way we did.” Lauren Hanna pitched a great game for the Scots, giving up just four hits, and striking out five. “We just have to keep working hard and eliminate our mistakes and we will be ning led to the demise of the Trojan chances as they dropped that one 9-1. The Trojans got to have some fun against Belding on Wednesday. TK has found itself down 10-0 too many times in recent years, but this time things were differ­ ent. “This is a fun game to come back in.” Enslen said. “We hit the ball and got a few breaks, and were actu­ ally poised to win the game." TK had runners at second and third with one out trail­ ing 14-12 in the final inning, but a base running error cost the Trojans. There will al­ ways be something new to work on. but “It was great.” said Enslen. “I’ve never seen the kids that excited.” “We’ve got the monkey off our backs now,” said En­ slen after Saturday's win over Hart. "That’s good for everybody involved. Senior Josh Thorton has been the leader Enslen ex­ pected him to be at the be­ ginning of the season. Thor­ ton is batting .387 at this point and has thrown out five runners from his spot behind the plate. The 10-1 lead by Belding in the background didn’t last long as the TK bats came alive last Wednesday and the Trojans nearly pulled out the upset (Photo by Perry Hardin) Josh Eldridge is also get­ ting things done with his bat from the leadoff spot. He’s hitting .370 with an on base percentage of .530. “That’s just what I'm looking for from my leadoff hitter," En­ slen said. The sophomore Sanford, who picked up the win against Hart pitching, is hit­ ting .368 to this point for the Black and Orange. The boys host Calvin Christian on Wednesday. Wayland on Friday, then will be al the Hastings’ Invi­ tational this Saturday. Highlight for TK softball comes in win over Hart Caledonia’s Shelby King races towards first after lying down a sacrifice bunt against East Grand Rapids. (Photo by Brett Bremer) able to compete,” Kaechele said. “The girls didn’t get down on themselves. We’re taking it one hurdle at a time. The Scots opened the OK Gold season on Thursday, and were able to keep the er­ rors to a minimum, but still fell twice to South Christian. The Scots made just three errors in the first contest, and fell 6-3. In the second game the Scots stayed error free, and were in it ‘til the end as they tell 4-3. JntMincing... Ed’s New Complete Auto & Truck Gloss Service! Quality Auto Glass , 100% SATISFACTION GUARANTEED There’s No Substitute For Quality... Clearly You Will See The Difference! • Complete Collision Service • Autos & Trucks • Loaners Available • 100% Guarantee on repairs ^BODY SHOP 110 Johnson at Kinsey Caledonia 616-891-0150 “H? wrtT ty accident " • SB k £ Man Si The Trojan varsity softball squad had a tough week, last week, winning one of six contests. The 6-1 win over Hart in the first game of a double­ header with Hart on Satur­ day was “definitely the highlight of the week,” said Trojan Coach Tammy Olm­ sted. Melanie Warner picked up the win, walking one and striking out one in seven in­ nings for TK. TK piled up 12 hits in the game. Gina Niemchick reached base all four times she went up to the plate and scored three runs in the game. Ash­ ley Aspinall matched that on base percentage in four trips to the plate. The second game pro­ vided some excitement for the Trojans, but ended in a 8-6 defeat. TK trailed 8-2 headed into the seventh inning and had the bases loaded as Hart recorded the last out of the game. TK managed to bat around in the seventh, but just couldn’t add anymore runs. Megan Dutcher was 4 for 4 in the game at getting on base, with two singles and a home run over the centerfield fence to help TK stay in the bail game. She also had three stolen bases and scored three times. Brittney Steensma, a freshman, got the start and struck out four and walked two. It was a good ending to the week which started with a pair of tough losses to Lowell on Monday, 3-0, and 15-0. Wednesday against Beld­ ing the Trojans scored eight runs to take an 8-2 lead in the fourth inning, but then fell apart in the fifth and al­ lowed Belding eight runs of its own. “Errors killed us,” said Olmsted, as the Trojans eventually fell 18-11. But their bats were working. The Trojans had 12 hits in the contest. Tisha Smith was 2 for 4, as were teammates Gina Niemchick and Brittany Sto­ ver. Friday, against Hamilton the Trojan ladies fell 10-0 in five innings. With only two errors, Olmsted said she liked her team’s defense, it was just that their bats never got going. In the second inning the Gina Niemchick forces a Redskin out at third and looks around the infield to see if she can make it two-for-one for the Tro­ jans. (Photo by Perry Har­ din) Hawkeyes jumped ahead by seven runs, and TK was never able to work back in. Due to space limitations, look for the TK track story in this week's Hastings Hanner Athlete of the week Thomapple-Kellogg High School (Middleville) Softball Trojan senior Megan Dutcher had a big day Saturday for the Trojan varsity softball squad in the second game of a double header against Hart Despite the TK loss, Dutcher reached base on all four trips to the plate, stole three bases, scored three runs, and knocked a home run over the Cen­ terfield fence_______________________ The 4695 Middleville Rd. 111 N. Main St. Lynn Denton M-37, Middleville, Ml Nashville, Ml Agency 1-800443-5253 517-852*2005 MAKING YOUR FUTURE MORE PREDICTABLE ro FARM BUREAU INSURANCE UKM WUTUM • au«*U ■ »*«• BUMA^ MVCBM �The Sun and News. Middleville. Ml/April 22. 2003/Page 17 Scot boys’ track runner-up at Wayland The Caledonia boys’ track team, showing surprising strength in the sprint relays, was the runner-up Saturday afternoon in the seven-team Wayland Invitational. The Fighting Scots amassed 118 team points, only four behind Fremont. O-K Gold rival Kenowa Hills was third with 98 1/2, Wayland fourth with 84, Kelloggsvillc fifth with 49. Hopkins sixth at 45 and By­ ron Center was seventh with 40 1/2. The Scots recorded firstplace finishes in the 400-, 800- and 1600-meter relays and Jim Haisma was the in­ vitational champion in the 300-meter low hurdles. Winning the 400 relay was the quartet of Scan Morgan, Tom Daniels, Nate VanderLaan and Nate Van Enk, who checked in with a time of 46.34 seconds. Morgan also led off the 800 foursome, followed by Steve Jousma, Van Enk and Pat O’Connor, who finished with a winning time of 1:31.9. In the last event of the day, Morgan started things for a third time and Haisma. Jon Hekman and O’Connor finished off the sprint relay sweeps with a time of 3:33.17. Haisma outran the field in the 300 lows with a time of 42.1 seconds. Haight finAdvertisement $4.95/mo Internet? 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Pat Spitzley took the 3200 (11:10.49). but the Spartans dominated the run­ ning events, winning all the relays. In the field events the Scots took top honors in the pole vault thanks to Brock Higley (10-6). and a first in the long jump thanks to Spitzlev who went 19-7. Caledonia Girls The Caledonia girls’ track team extended its season re­ cord to 3 w ins and 0 losses with a convincing 89-48 win over Sparta on Tuesday af- Scot golfers win two of three Led by Katie Leatherman and Jenny Workman the Caledonia varsity girls’ golf team beat Forest Hills Northern and Greenville on Wednesday night. The Scots got the best of the two non-conference op­ ponents on the evening, but were bested by the ladies from South Christian. Final team scores were South 184, Caledonia 196, FHN 199, and Greenville 202. Ixathcrman led Caledonia with a 46, while Workman Jon Hekman cruises into the final lap of the 1600-meter relay and gives the baton to Pat O’Connor with a nice lead shot a career-best 48 in some tough conditions on Wednesday afternoon. The pair of victories make the Scots 4-1 on the year. Caledonia’s first O-K Gold win of the season came on Tuesday afternoon when they shot their way past the Knights from Kenowa Hills, 192-206. Amy Jo Leatherman topped the Scots scorecard with a 41, Katie Leatherman finished with a 44. while Erin Samuels was third for Caledonia with a 48. The girls also won the ternoon. The girls won 13 of the 3200m relay, the 800m re­ lay. and the 400m relay. 17 events. The girls’ track team also The ten individual win­ ners were Leslie Radar in had a successful outing Sat­ the shot put (32'3). Julie urday at the Sparta Tri­ Slot in the high jump (4’10), Level Meet. The team was split into Mindy Bode in the discus (102’10). Erin Mitteer in the grade divisions. 7-8. 9-10. 10()m hurdles (16.6), Shan­ and 11-12. The 7th and 8th non Pleva in the 100m dash grade Scots place foutht. the and 200m dash (14.0, 28.9), 9th and 10th grade team was Kendra Ross in the 16(M)m third, and the llth-12th (5:56.9), Slot in the 4(M)m grade team finished second. The Scots visit Unity dash (1:06.2), Kayla Wilson in the 3(M)m hurdles (53.7). Christian Thursday and then and Becca Busfield in the host the Sodcrman Relays on Saturday 800m run (2:34.5). South slips by Scots in first of two tries The Fighting Scot varsity baseball team fell to rival South Christian 4-3 in extra innings on Thursday in Caledonia. Stu Kohl went all eight innings on the hill for the Scots allowing eight hits and striking out 11. The Scots found them­ selves down 3-0 after four inningas and came back with two runs in the fifth and one in the sixth to tie the game, before falling in the eighth. Caledonia was leading 65 in the third inning of the second game of the double header when it was called for darkness. The Scots eventually will get a chance to finish that one off. Greg Jousman had al­ lowed four hits, and struck out four Sailors through three. Abe Mulvihill! had a two hits, including a double. On Tuesday the Scots were visited by the East Amy Jo Leatherman watches her shot sail near the green on Tues­ day against Kenowa Hills. (Photo by Brett Bremer) BLACK TOPSOIL Screened or Unscreened Sand, Gravel, Crushed Concrete DOZER WORK Caledonia visits Hastings and Unity Christian this Tuesday and Thursday, then will take part in the Coldwa­ ter Invitational on Friday. Stumps, Clearing, Driveways 269-795-7830 YOUR ONE STOP WATER STORE Scot catcher Sean Centilli makes the long walk back to the dugout after striking out to end the game against East Grand Rapids on Tues­ day. 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In fact, after the Broncos topped the Trojans 7-1 in Coopersville on Monday, their coach was already tell­ ing them that they need to be more focused heading into a match up with Calvin. All Seger wants from his players in two tough league matches this week, is for them to learn something, so they'll be better prepared to take on the teams they match up more evenly with. TK learned how far they have to go to be one of the top teams in the Blue last week. Against Coopersville on Monday, the Trojans' first singles player. Felipe Bahi­ ana got the only win for the team on the afternoon, a 6-2. 6-1 victory. Kyle McClure at fourth singles and the third doubles team of Jordan Rock and Chad Brice both made pushes in the second set of their matches. In both flights, after dropping the first set the Trojans fell 7-5 in the second. Against Calvin Christian on Wednesday the Trojans fell by the same 7-1 score. This time it was Brad Bender at second singles getting the lone victory for the Trojans. After dropping the first set 6-3. Bender came back to take the second 6-1. then won the third set in a tie­ breaker. 7-6 (5). TK's record was 0-2-1 heading to Byron Center on Monday. The Trojans host Comstock Park on Wednes­ day this week, visit Hamil­ ton on Friday, then will be a part of the Wayland Invita­ tional on Saturday. April 26. Barry County’s first mini brewery at Middle Villa Inn Top left: Trojan first singles player Felipe Bahiana lobs a lob in the first set of his win at Coopersville on Monday April 14. (Photo by Brett Bremer) Top right: Chad Brice prepares himself at the net as his third doubles teammate. Jordan Rock, fires a serve last Monday in Coopersville. (Photo by Brett Bremer) Written Labor Warranty Quality work at competitive prices Senior CitizenLicensed Discount^^^^ an(j |nsurc(j RESIDENTIAL | ROOI IM. SPECIALIST I Tear-offs & Re-roofs 7i ALL STAR ROOFING Call us for a free Professional Estimate ______ (616) 877-4253________ by Brett Bremer Sports Editor High School sports are of­ ten as much about learning as they are about winning. That’s why TK varsity boys’ tennis Coach Larry Seger says he’s glad that his team got to face Coopers­ ville and Calvin Christian at this early point in the sea­ son. Coopersville and Calvin are most likely the two mm BMSONS TO BUY MOW! SUNDAY MONDAY TUESDAY WEDNESDAY in THURSDAY! FRIDAY SATURDAY REASON REASON REASON REASON REASON “1 22 #2 23 ’3 "4 *5 24 25 26 REASON REASON REASON "6 27 28 #7 29 ’8 30 TD SIXTY OB $3,000 REBATE ENDS APRIL 30"1 Steve Wiersum finally was able to negotiate the red tape barricades and begin brewing beer at the new mini brewery located inside the MiddleVilla Restaurant on M-37 in Middleville. Wiersum met Master Brewer Jon Downing from Canada at a workshop last year. Downing has devised 30 recipes and methods that can be followed by small restaurants to produce fresh beers and ales. These hand crafted beverages have an advantage because of the ex­ cellent water. Downing has been in Middleville training Wier­ sum for three weeks and now there are some bever­ ages that can be savored by customers at the restaurant. First alcoholic beverages Wiersum brewed are a me­ dium dark Mexican style beer and an American style Crown Pilsner beer. For those who are too young to sample the alcoholic bever­ ages, the handcrafted root­ beer is chilled and waiting for customers. Wiersum is still planning special events for promote the new mini brewery. “1 hope to have a mug club, some take out and even use some of the beer for items on our menu like beer bat­ tered fish,” he says. He is learning the differ­ ences between top and bot­ tom yeasts and making sure that everything in the brew­ ery is under control while running the restaurant and bowling alley. He had hoped to have the mini brewery running for St. Patrick’s Day but due to the bureaucratic delays, this is his opening week for the hand crafted beers. He hopes to give his beers some original names which refer to the areas history and Steve Wiersum (standing) has worked closely with master brewer Jon Downing preparing for the open­ ing of the first mini brewery in Barry County. Down­ ing, from Canada, has enjoyed his stay in the Advertisement area. locations. There may be some special nights celebrat­ ing the different beers as they are ready. Perhaps a Mexican night with the bev­ erages from that country or a German night with wursts and beers. He can make up to 4 dif­ ferent varieties but he only makes 120 gallons at a time. Downing assured Wier­ sum that the recipes can be adjusted to meet the com­ munity’s taste. Even the rootbeer can be sweeter or less sweet. Restaurant goers can get a peek into the mini-brewery from the restaurant. The shiny copper kettles hold surprising tastes inside. $4.95 /mo Internet? By David Stowers There is a great company in the area called Netpenny.net. Netpenny.net offers fast, reliable, and extremely inexpensive dial-up Interent access to our commu­ nity for only $4 95 a month, they have no contracts, no set up fees and they don’t even require a credit card - With the cost of Internet for most fami­ lies in our area running in excess of $19.95 or more per month, it’s refreshing to know that we have a highquality/low-cost alternative For more info go to www.netpenny.net or call them loll free (8«8) 248-7239. 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(616)891-1840 CALEDONIA SCHOOLS: 2 bedroom, in the Village, 1 stall garage, references & de­ posit, $625 per month, (616)891-7239.____________ CALEDONIA SCHOOLS: 3+ bedroom remodeled farm house, with 2 stall garage, central air, references & de­ posit, $850 per month, (616)891-7239. For Rent CALEDONIA: sharp 1 & 2 bedroom apartments with country setting, $495 and $595 per month. Includes ga­ rage, no pets, Broadview Country Apartments. Call John (616)891-2222 ext. 233. 891-1388 > 9353 Cherry Valley Ave.(M-37) Caledonia Village Centre tb, wr ■ 6am - 9am MON S AT J rilff & SUN Sam - 3pm GREENSCAPE LAWN CARE: Lawn fertilization & weed control, tree & shrub spray program, spider spray program Experienced and licensed, sen ing Kent & Bar­ ry Counties. Call for free quote, toll free 877-816-4762 or (616)891-5930. Help Wanted AUTO MECHANIC: Part time/flexible hours to serv­ ice several of my automo­ biles, vour place or mine. Call Chuck at (269)945-2762 or (269)795-3341.__________ CUSTOMER SERVICE: GENERAL WORK NOW, CALL TODAY. JOB DE­ PARTMENT NOW AVAIL­ ABLE, S500/WEEK TO START. Local company is now hiring for full time work. We will train the inex­ perienced. For interview, call (616)243-9131 ext. 8. DRIVER- additional CDL B drivers needed. Looking for dependable customer service oriented person w'ith chauf­ feurs, CDL-B, or CDL-A li­ cense. Good working envi­ ronment. Also hiring for night. (616)248-7729._______ GENERAL LABOR- Now accepting applications for Lumber Handlers. Entry wage is $7.75/hr., which in­ cludes an attendance bonus. Job requires High School di­ ploma or equivalent prefer­ red and proven ability to learn and accept change. Onthe-job training with in­ creased wages for additional skills attained. Medical bene­ fits available following 120 days of full time employ­ ment. Company pays 75% of group health premium costs. Free life insurance, 401 (k) and lots more! Qualified candidates apply in person to: Buskirk Lumber Compa­ ny, 319 Oak Street, Freeport. EOE __________ Household BERBER CARPET: 40 yards, gorgeous, carmel wheat col­ or, bought, never unrolled, 2 months old, cost $600, sell $225. (517)204-0600 HALL FOR RENT: Caledonia Sportmans Club, newly renovated. For information call (616)891-1168._________ IN MIDDLEVILLE: nice clean 2 bedroom upper, nice neighborhood, $400 + depos­ it and utilities. Phone (269)795-3202.____________ RETAIL SPACE FOR LEASE: appx. 4,000so. ft. on busy Main St. in Middleville. Calf Jeff at (269)795-3000. PILLOWTOP MATTRESS SET: queen, new (still in plastic) cost $800. Sell $150. (517)626-7089_____________ WHITE PORCELAIN DAY­ BED: enamel trim, beautiful. Mattress and trundle comes with. Bought, never used. Cost $500. Sell $225. (517)712-2714 THORN-BARRY APART­ MENTS: 525 Lincoln Street, Middleville. 2 bedroom apartments starting at $575. Please call (269)795-3889 to schedule an appointment. TIME SHARE CONDO FOR RENT: Where? A mile it 1/2 from south entrance to Disney World. When? Week of May 24 thru 31. Two units available for that week. Unit A: $700, Unit B: $560 for the week. Call Art Scheid @ (616)868-6331 or (616)893-1405 For Sale cEBteak.. ZZ?ec>lroocL ./-lcnsx.ioMr^er~. HUGE GARAGE SALE: Weather Permitting. April 25th, 26th & 27th, 9am-6pm. 1226 Peets Rd Middleville. FOR RENT: 4 bedroom house, spacious living area, fireplace, backyard, $1,160 per month + utilities. (616)868-0158 FOR SALE hke new dual control electrical hospital beds, $200 each. Delivery available, (517)852-0115 or (269)945-0000. food avxcl signs with your ad that runs in any of our papers. Get them at J-Ad Graphics, 1351 N. M-43 Hwy., Hastings. At the front counter. QUEEN LOG BED: Amish made New mattress set. Cost $1,000 - sell $150 (989)227-2986_____________ SOFA FOR SALE: Italian leather, chocolate brown, less than 1 year old Bought at Klingmans, retail for $1,950 - asking $1,200. 269)795-3514 Lost & Found DID YOU LOSE CANOE/ KAYAKING ACCESSO­ RIES? Call & identify, (269)7*95-3483. Miscellaneous GUITAR INSTRUCTIONS for the beginner. Quality les­ sons, prices lower than most music stores Please call Wesley at (616)530-1971. National Ads FASHION MODELS: to $50/hr. Many types - run­ way, catalog, TV. Entry/skilled. Hiring now. (616)9492424 Jobline fee. HOSPITAL ADMISSIONS/ CLERICAL: to $13.82/hr. + great benefits. Entry level! General office duties. (616)949-2424 Jobline fee PACKAGE DELIVERY DRIVER: to $16.82/hr. + benefits. Local route, train­ ing provided. Great ad­ vancement potential Major co. (616)949-2424 Jobline fee. ROAD WORK/CONSTRUCTION: to $18/hr. + lots of overtime. laborers/ skilled. Needed now! (616)949-2424 Jobline fee. Pets GERMAN SHORTHAIR PUPS: AKC, champion bloodlines, first shots & vet checked. (616)891-0812 LOOKING FOR a professional pet sitter? Call Pet-Daze Pet Sitting, (616)795-8PET. Bonded & insured. KALK ASK A COUNTY: 6 67 beautiful rolling wooded acres, ideal getaway loca­ tion. short drive to state land. Manistee River and ORV trails. Includes drivewav and cleared site, electric available. $26,900, $500 down, $330/month. 11% land contract, www.northemlandco.com or Northern Land Company, 1-800-9683118. MIDDLEVILLE SCHOOLS. 45 homes available. Price ranging from $90,000$150,000. 2-4 bedrooms. 1-3 baths. 0 to low down pay­ ments to qualified buyers Call Joy Smith (616)893-5555 or 269-795-1623 Century’ 21 Pearson-Cook. SOUTHEAST: Hastings. Middleville, Caledonia areas. If you need to buy, sell, build, relocate or want income property, the Spring market is blooming Zero down and finance programs available. For a list of prop­ erties in your price range or a FREE market analysis, call Linda fames at 813-4909 or 269-948-8176. Call 945-9554 to place your Sun & News ACTION-Ad! Reach over 11,000 area homes COME SEE OUR NEW MENU ITEMS! Plus, we’ve added new nightly specials! (from 5 p.m. to 8:30-9 p.m.) Monday is Burrito Night! *11*5-two burritos Tuesday is All-You-Can-Eat Snow Crab Clusters Wednesday is All-You-Can-Eat Fish and Thursday is All-You-Can-Eat Shrimp steamed in beer! Middle Villa Inn 891-1287 or 795-3640 on M-37 just north of Middleville BRUCE'S FRAME & ALIGNMENT • Complete Frame Repair • Professional Color Matching • Loaner Cars • Front End Alignment • Collision Repair • Glass Repair can... (616) 795-9596 All Makes and Models All Insurances Welcome Bruce Bender 415 2nd Street Middleville �Page 20/Tbe Sun and News. Middleville. Ml/April 22. 2003 Caledonia schools to have several meetings tonight by Cathy Rueter . Staff Writer The Caledonia school system will have several meetings of importance to the public tonight. A presentation on “The Parent’s Important Role in the 1EP Process” and an overview of the new special education regulations will be held at the Caledonia Middle School Cafeteria from 6:30 to 8:30. Lori VanderPloeg, supervisor of special education for the Kent Intermediate School District will speak on the parent’s role in the Individualized Education Program (IEP) process. During the last hour, the meeting will split into smaller groups to discuss curriculum, accommodations and programs designed for Cognitively Impaired (CI), Emotionally Impaired (El) and Learning Disabled (LD) OM team competes on Saturday This Odyssey of the Mind team from Kettle Lake Elementary will be competing at the State level on Saturday at Kentwood High School. There are several teams from Caledonia competing af this level from the Caledonia District. The team is coached by Elizabeth and Diane Shrewsbury. Front l-r, David Ziemke and Andrea Engerson. Back row Travis Taylor, Levi Kurzhols, Taryn Herrick and Courtney Howell. They are performing the "A Scene from Above" problem. students and children with autism. Representatives from the Caledonia special education program are expected to be on hand for discussion. Refreshments will be served. Another meeting taking place tonight is for parents and care-givers concerned about the “one drop location” program for take home busing schedules. The new program will be starting next fall. “This is for the safety of all Caledonia school students, of all ages.” commented Judi Truer of the Transportation Center. The meeting will be held at 7 p.m. at the Trans­ portation Center, located behind Emmons Lake Elementary School. Anyone who would like more information about this subject is welcome to attend. For more information about this meeting and for attendance purposes, please call the Transportation Center at 891-0224. In other school district news: • A free developmental inventory for 2- to 4-yearold preschoolers will be held Friday, April 25, between 8:45 a.m. and 3:30 p.m. at Emmons Lake Elementary School. There is no fee, but scheduling is required. Call 891-0219. This screening is for preschool age children whose parents have concerns about their students' speech, large or fine motor skills, socialization, learning and, or growth patterns. Developmental screening will be conducted by the district for children who may benefit from early educational intervention. Another screening is planned for next fall with the date and time to be announced later. • The Caledonia High School football team once again is performing yard work duties as a fund-raiser this spring. Such duties could include mowing, weeding, trimming, mulch­ ing. raking, laying wood chips, etc. Yard work hours are scheduled for the last Saturday in April, any Saturday in May or the first Saturday of June. The cost for four players for two hours of yard work is $40 for their senior supporters (those ages 60 and up) and $60 for other community supporters. Those interested in this unique fund-raiser may call coach Tom Bui rill at the high school at 8918129 or Randy and Vanessa Derks at 868-6225 to reserve a time. • Summer clinics are being offered again, from June 17 through July 11 for students entering second through sixth grades. Classes will be held at Dutton Elementary Monday through Thursday from 9 a.m. to noon. Several options and programs are available, including skill reinforcement, reading and writing maintenance and the H.O.T.S. program for those who previously have been involved throughout the prior year. A readiness skills program also is offered for those entering middle school in the fall. The cost for these programs is $150 (payable in three installments). Registration deadline is May 10. 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Shanyne, a home schooled Middle ville girl, was helping “just lor tun." by Patricia Johns Stuff Writer The public was invited to take part in a milestone of development in the area Sat­ urday morning, April 26, with the ceremonial ground­ breaking for the new Thornapplc Township Emer­ gency Services building. VanderKodde Construc­ tion of Grand Rapids will begin work on May 1 and Rptired firemen (from left) Gary Bennett. Chester Geukes, Mike Kelley and Robert Kenyon assist with the groundbreaking for the new TTES building. Ac­ cording to Fire Captain Randy Eaton, "In 120 years (the station has) only moved within two city blocks." The new, state-of-the-an station will be located close by the old sites as well. has pledged to have work on the $1,618,964.00 project completed within 280 days. Following the ground­ breaking ceremony, volun­ teers from the Thornapple Heritage Association, TTES, Thornapple Trail Associa­ tion and Thornapple Area Parks and Recreation Com­ mission worked on rcmov- ing the paving stones from around the depot building. The stones weigh eight pounds apiece and will be stored until construction is completed. This way the pavers will not be damaged and will be able to be used on pathways once the future of the depot is determined. Originally this work was to be done on April 5, but the late spring ice storm made it impossible. Eldon Newmyer of the Heritage Association says, “This is a great way to save the past so it can be appreci­ ated in the future.” Kiwanis Club may be forming in Caledonia by Patricia Johns Staff Writer The Hastings Kiwanis Club has taken a big step in working to help start a new club in Caledonia. A small group met with District Governor Bill Witzel and Jim Courtwright from Kiwanis International at a meeting April 22 to plan just how to start the club. First, the Hastings club will send letters to prospec­ tive business owners in the Caledonia area. Then mem­ bers will make personal vis­ its. If at least 20 people sign up. a meeting will be sched­ uled to formally start the club. Drew McFadden ap­ proached the Hastings club when the Caledonia AMBUCS group of which he was a member became less active. "1 wanted to find a way to sponsor community activi­ ties,” he said. “Kiwanis. Fire Captain Randy Eaton reported, “This helmet represents our past members, living and deceased. We go back about 120 years — between 1882-83, when we formed with buckets." Community Day of Prayer planned at Leighton U.M. by Patricia Johns Stuff Writer This year the community National Day of Prayer serv­ ice will be held at 7 p.m. Thursday, May 1, at the Leighton United Methodist Church, 4180 Second St. It is sponsored by the Crystal Springs Christian Missionary & Alliance, Gaines United Brethren, Holy Family Church, Leighton United Methodist, Mid- dleville Christian Reformed and the Middleville United Methodist churches. The service will be a con­ cert of prayer and praise for the nation and its leaders, armed forces, schools, inter­ nal security, moral stan­ dards, forgiveness, economy and farmers and their crops. For more information or directions, call the Ixighton United Methodist Church at 616-891-81)28. In This Issue... Middleville Lions ready for White Cane Days Caledonia ‘1 drop off’ bus policy explained Bill Witzel, Drew McFadden and Jim Courtwright discuss how to start a new Ki­ wanis dub in Caledonia with members of the Hastings Kiwanis Club. with its focus on young peoMcFadden welcomes to­ pic, seemed a good match to quiries from local business this community." owners interested in learning more about Kiwanis. He can be reached at 891-4325. Caledonia Planning Commission battles Stoneridge developer’s plan Caledonia’s annual school election set for June 9 �Page 2/The Sun and News. Mid(D^te,-MI/A0rt 29 2003 Middleville Lions ready for White Cane Days Cub and Boy scouts and Adventure Club members helped make the dinner a success. Members of the Lions dub served up more than 280 chicken dinners Apnl 13. by Patricia Johns Staff Writer 'Fhe members of the Mid­ dleville Lions Club held a successful chicken dinner April 13 and are already planning for White Cane Days May 2 and 3. The club served a “chicken dinner that couldn't be beat” to more than 280 people with the help of club members and Cub Scouts from Troop #3065, Boy Scouts from Troop 105 and members of the new Adventure Club, which the Lions sponsors at the high school. Dinner Chairwoman Donna Stagray praised the Adventure Club members, saying. “They were a really great help this year. The din­ ner went smoothly and they pitched in where ever they were needed.” Funds raised at the dinner will help to support a leader dog. This is a commitment which the club has made this year. Earlier donations were received from students in the Thornapple Kellogg schools Stagray encourages resi­ dents to give generously if they see a Lions volunteer during White Cane days. “Raising funds to help com­ bat vision loss is one of our main goals.” 5.189%* Fixed Rate Mortgage HASTINGS CITY BANK’S NEW 7-YEAR BALLOON THE BENEFITS CONTINUE... f Locked rate for 7 years with a 30-year amortization / Free checking account** / Fast approval process y Personalized, friendly service / 6 convenient locations Bank Here For You Since 1886 FDIC Caledonia ‘1 drop off’ bus policy explained by Cathy Rueter Staff Writer The Caledonia District Transportation Center held a meeting last week Tuesday to address the “one drop-off site” issue. Though a single drop-off site has been school policy in the past, it has not been strictly enforced until re­ cently. Director of Transpor­ tation Judy Truer said that the policy would have to be enforced to protect students. “Right now we aren’t fol­ lowing the school policy, but for the students’ safety, I feel we really need to,” said Truer. “The biggest thing is the safety of the kids. Their well being is what we’re most concerned about.” It seems that in the past younger students with multi­ ple drop-off sites have got­ ten their schedule mixed up and ended up with no one to greet them. Also, older stu­ dents were going to other sites that did not have paren­ tal consent. Though the meeting was sparsely attended, Truer said she felt it went well. “The biggest concern was with sporting events and when there is a set schedule for day care,” she said. With many parents not home from work at the time of school dismissal, some students (athletes and fans alike) were riding on other buses with friends to later get a ride to the (sporting) event or practice. “(But) for drop-off sites there will be no riding home on other buses, no going to other houses (from the bus). They won’t be able to do that any more: they’ll have to make other arrange­ ments.” The policy is designed in the interest of Caledonia stu­ dents of all ages. “We want to make sure that there’s someone at home to receive (younger students), and that for the older students, those parents know where they are.” Only emergency situa­ tions will be accepted, with notification from a parent or guardian. Friday time pick-up and drop-off sites for kinder­ garteners will be allowed to have a different site due to parents working ^during the day on Friday and needing the child picked up at a day care provider. This variance is for the Friday noon time busing only. “But the loca­ tion must stay the same all year,” said Truer. Pick up schedules don’t seem to be as much of a problem for the transporta­ tion department. “The morning schedule isn’t such a big deal because of the day care and/or home scheduling is­ sues,” said Truer. “But it’s the afternoon that’s the hard part because we don’t know where they’re supposed to be. (The situation is even more difficult if there is a substitute bus driver who isn’t used to changing schedules for students.) “So we have the one drop-off location and par­ ents will let us know where that one location for dropoff For further information and/or questions about the one drop-off issue, call the Caledonia District Transpor­ tation Department at 891 0224. AA, AL-ANON MEETING TIMES Caledonia - l(M)th and M 37. A A meets Tuesdays 6:30 am.; and Saturdays 10 a m. Open Discussion Meeting (Al-Anon meets Tuesday and Thursday at noon.) 9964 Cherry Valley #3, Calcdo nia. Contact Jerry R. at 437 9452. Monday, Wednesday, Friday, noon, 9669 Kraft Ave., Holy Family Church, A A open meetings. Tuesday and Thursday 5:30. (TFN) 'Dewier to benefit the Carlson Family FRIDAY, MAY 2nd, 6-7:30 p.m. at Caledonia Elementary * Donations Accepted * The Kevue He Vermcntville Iheatrical Crcup I he Musuni presents Childrens Childrens Musical Peter Pan at the Vermontville Opera House 211 S. .Main St (across from the fire station) May 9. 10, 11, 16, 17 & 18, 2003 Friday and Saturday at 7 pm and Sunday at 3 pm Adults $7; Seniors and Students $6. Children 12 and under $5 Tickets are available at the door or make reservations by calling 269.367.4455 or e-mail there v ue1 @yahoo-con^ I �The Sun and News. Middleville. Ml/Apnl 29. 2003/Page 3 Gun Lake Library Grand Reopening on May 3 by Patricia Johns Staff Writer Members of the GFWCGun Lake Area women’s :lub built on the talents and energy of Joan Weick and Jenny Lamorcaux beginning in 1998 to make a lending li­ brary in the Gun Lake area become a reality. After several years in The Hummingbird the library was moved last year to the back rooms of the Del Mar Paving offices on Patterson Road. Last year the road con­ struction, including the four foot wide shoulders on each side, meant that while the li­ brary was open several days each week the club never felt the time was right for a “Grand Reopening.” This lack will be cor­ rected this coming Saturday. May 3 from 10 a m. to 2 p.m. Library coordinator Glo­ ria Cunningham says, “this is a true free lending library, open to everyone.” Weick and former club president Marjory Richards enjoy sorting the books in the children’s area and all enjoy looking at the new books which come in. Sev­ eral new books are part of the library, donations in memory of Gun Lake area residents who have ditd. Current club president Fran Leonard says, “More than half of our 60 members have been involved in this project. It started as part of the Libraries 2000 project of the GFWC and we think it is really taking hold here.’* Some of the duplicates the library has are donated to the Yankee Springs Rec­ reation Area. Others have found their way to the book sale desk. Other popular features of the library are the large print section and craft and recipe books. The library is located at 2806 Patterson Road. It is open from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. Monday to Friday. 24-Hour Challenge entry deadline grows near The National 24-Hour Challenge will be held Sat­ urday and Sunday June 1415, at Thornapplc Kellogg High School in Middleville. Entries have already be­ gun to come in and entry fees arc higher, as the date of the event nears. This is a personal best, on road, bicycle ride that tests endurance and determina­ tion. Cyclists set goals and try to achieve them at this event held annually on Fa­ ther's Day weekend. Partici­ pants ride with bicyclists from all over the U.S In 2002, riders from 26 states and Canada rode 90,992.1 miles. Since 1983, 1,577,528.8 miles have been completed. The event is hosted by the Rapid Wheel­ men Bicycle Club. There are 22 single bicy­ cle classes for men and women, ages 18 to 70 and over. There are three tan­ dem classes — male, female and mixed. There are two recumbent classes: single and tandem. Beginning at Thornapple Kellogg High School, bicy­ clists ride through Barry County on open roads shared with motor vehicles. There are three loops on the route. Loop One is 125 miles and is ridden first. Loop Two is 22 miles and is ridden as many times as can be completed before 8 pm. Loop Three, the night route, is six miles and is ridden as many times as can be com­ pleted by 8 a m. June 15. The Thornapple Kellogg High School Sports Boosters Club holds a Friday night spaghetti dinner, June 13. from 5:30 to 9 p.m., which is open to the community. Cost is $6 per person at the door. On Saturday, from 6 to 8 a.m., the organization holds a pancake breakfast open to the community at $5 per A Season of Renewal starts at contempo Salon. Mother's Day Giftsj & Gift Certificates available a * \ /\V E n« ir MC accMCt o» am noaei ue W7f "Al Contempo J/Xlon 616-891-1095 9551 Cherry Valley. Caledonia Village Centre person at the door. All pro­ ceeds go to the Thornapple Kellogg Sports Boosters Club. This is an opportunity for the community to meet the cyclists they will see ride through the community. There is a traditional bag­ pipe band sendoff. Saturday morning, at the 8 a.m. start. Entry is limited to 500 bicy­ clists. Entry closes one week prior to the event, on June 7, or when the limit is reached. Deadlines are nearing to save money on entries. Awards are presented on Sunday at 9 a.m. at Thor­ napple Kellogg High School. Many volunteer opportu­ nities are available and vol­ unteer training sessions are held two weeks before the event. Sponsors for the 24-Hour Challenge include: Spartan Stores, McDonald’s of Cale­ donia, Coca-Cola, Rayovac, Casio, Nightsun, Princeton Tec, Velocity, Kryptonite, Park Tool, Siegel Jewelers, DeFeet Socks, Nature Val­ ley Granola Bars, Kool Chevrolet, NES Worksafe, and Auto Telephone Center. Area bicycle shops provide technical support. For more information, call John or Diane Obermeyer at (616) 241-1969, via e-mail at 24hc(aaol.com or visit the website at www.n24hc.org. Celebrating the Grand Reopening of the GFWC-Gun Lake Area free lending li­ brary are from left Joan Weick, Gloria Cunningham. Fran Leonard. Emily Hubors and Marjory Richards. AREA BIRTH GIRL, Moriah Suzann, bom at Pennock Hospital on March 2, 2003 at 11:35 p.m. to Ross and Rojean Sprague of Middleville. Weighing 8 lbs. 4 ozs. and 20 inches long. Welcoming her home were her grandparents, Jim and Jennifer Sprague of Middleville and Roger and Nancy Stufflebeam of Waverly, Iowa and siblings, brother, Austin Sprague and sister, Caytie Sprague. MILLER MEANS... Middleville & Gun Lake Area Office 317 Arlington, Middleville, MI Hey Scrapbookers Come Crop - $15.00 May 9th - 6- midnight ; O Come join us lor a night ol scrap booking, food freebies, and fun W? d love to have you come and help us kick off our monthly all day crops Never scrapbooked7 Pictures in boxes7 Come, we d love to show you how to get started £ by May 5th Miller REAL ESTATE SOLD! Hastings < IfTice 149 W. State Street, Hastings, Ml (269)945-5182 Larry A Herding c«’ Dianne Irldpmwh Kay Stolsonburg 795-7272 Debbie Erway 623-8357 Karen Brown ............. 795-9331 Craig Stolsonburg GRL 795-4470 X For more information contact Chris 269-795-2764 or Karen 269-9484)008 (269)795-3305 GR1.CRS.Asmk. Broker 4 Sales Manager...................... q uiiiiiiiii** Mike Humphreys, CRS.GRi Mark Hewitt GMl Larry Hayca Nicole Milk 945-5365 X3M-LU2 XJM70O5 AM4250 945-0235 945-5103 945 4436 Bndcer 4 Owner Day of Prayer ceremony set for Thursday People from area commu­ nities are invited to take part in the National Day of Prayer ceremony at 12:15 p.m. Thursday. May 1. around the flagpole at the village offices of Mid­ dleville. People are invited to take part in prayer on behalf of American leaders, the na­ tion. the stale and service men and women overseas. The host for the event is the First Baptist Church of Middleville X ALTO ACREAGE! The home features 3 bedrooms 2 baths new carpet and paint throughout master suite with Jacuzzi nto, central air. full walkout basement 3 car garage with erectnerty and water and much more1 Caledonia schools CaB Deb ................................................ $159,900 4. THORNAPPLE-KELLOGG SCHOOLS! Lo cated conveniently between Middleville and Hastings, this ranch home sits on a wooded tot and features 2 bedrooms, 1-1/2 baths, rnam ftoor laundry plumbed, kitchen w/dtsh washer, full unfinished basement and more' Close to skiing, hshing, hunting and more' Call Mark $157,000 FOR MORE MIDDLEVILLE, GUN LAKE AND CALEDONIA AREA PROPERTIES, PLEASE SEE OUR ADS ON PAGE 2 OF THE REMINDER, IN THE GRAND RAPIDS PRESS, THE HOMES DIGEST AND THE PENASEE GLOBE. �Page 4/The Sun and News, Middleville. Ml/April 29. 2003 Middleville youth soccer sign-ups scheduled In person sign-ups will be available for the fall 2003 / spring 2004 Middleville AYSO soccer season in the cafeteria at Page Elementary Saturday, May 3 from 9 a.m. ‘til 2 p.m., and Tuesday, more children. The fee in­ cludes full uniform, soccer magazine, &. insurance. Player registration forms will also be available at the registration and require the signature of a parent or May 20 from 6 p.m. til 8 p.m.. for boys and girls ages 4 to 13 (born between 8/1/89 and 1/31/1999). The registration fee is $40 per player for 1-2 children, or $35 per player for 3 or guardian. AY'SO is an all volunteer organization and always needs help. All coaches, referees, team volunteers, field main­ tenance workers, and re­ gional administrators are volunteers. Training and certification are provided free of charge. For more information visit the Middleville AYSO website at www.middlevil- LOCAL CHURCH DIRECTORY ALASKA BAPTIST CHURCH A Liling Church - Serving a Living Lord Morning Worship Fellowship Time Sunday S<h<x>l Evening Praise WEDNESDAY 9 50 a.m. .......................... 10:35 a m. 10:50 a m 6 00 p m. Family Nighi 6:30 p m 7240 6Hlh Street, SE - Caledonia 2 miles east of M-37 Pastor, Dr Brian F. Harrison Youth Pastor Kevin Stiles C 0 M II til I I r CHURCH a place to belong a place to become (Contemporary, Casual, Non-denominational) Sunday Morning Worship.............930 & 11 00 a m 8175 Broadmoor, Caledonia Rev Mu hart Slowed. Lead Parlor Rev David Moorhead. Assoc. Pastor Joe Cipt ic. Worship leader Denny Houma. Youth Pastor Church Office 616 R91 0287 Visit our web site www brightside org CALEDONIA CHRISTIAN REFORMED CHURCH “A Church with a caring heart for our community' and the world " Sunday Worship ................................ 9:30 a m. and 6:00 p.m. (Child & Adult) (During the School Year) Rev. R. Scott Greenway, Pastor Keith Stulp, Youth Director Al Tiemeyer, Community Calling Church Office: (616)891-1512 M-37 at 100th St CALEDONIA HOLY FAMILY CATHOLIC CHURCH FIRST BAPTIST CHURCH OF MIDDLEMLLE M-37, north of Middleville • 795-9726 Bruce N. Mewart. Senior Pastor Tim A. Vine. AssL Pastor Youth Douglas G. Beason. Visitation Pastor Gary Weaver. Musk Minister Pastor David Stewart, CE ■ Children's Pastor Sunday School ................................. 9:45 a m Sunday Morning 9k>rship Service. 11 00 a m. Sunday Evening Sen ice 6:00 p.m. Wednesday Mid Week Prayer 6 45 p.m Word of Life Clubs................................... 6 45 p.m. 708 W. Main Street Morning Worship Service Sunday School Evening Worship Service 10:00 a m. 11:15 a.m. 6:00 p.m YOU ARE INVITED 908 W. Main Street (Missouri Synod) Worship.................................... 9 30 a m. Sunday School...................... 1100 am. Adult Bible Class 1100 a.m. Ret E Anthony Sikora Church. (616) 795-2391 GRACE UNITED REFORMED CHURCH Proclaiming the Whole Counsel of God Kraft Avenue at Johnson Street Meeting you your friends, and your family right where you're at. Phone 891-9259 GUN LAKE COMMUNITY CHURCH Sunday Worship: 9:00 a m. or 10:30 aan. Wednesday Worship 6.30 pan CgJew Life *^^Fchristian church 10 AM Sunday Morning 3449 - 76th St. S£., Caledonia 698-9660 A Church for today’s world Spirit-filled family Church. UCIje ^Timc jffletljobiSt (Eljurd) 5590 Whitneyville Ave., S E Alto, Ml 49302 Sunday SchooLI 0:00 a.m. Morning Worship... 11:00 a.m. Evening Worship...6:00 p.m. Wednesday Prayer Meeting...7:00 p.m. Rev. Royle Bailard, Pastor Phone 868-6437 269-795-7903 www g unlakeconuTMHtrtychurch org Worship Services 8:30 am and 11 Warn Sundas School............................................................. 9 45 am Coffee Fellowship 10:30 am (Nursery Asatlablc Throughout) Res Noonan Kohns *(616) 891-8167 Church Office: 616-891-8669 Fax 891 8648 w ww .cakdoniaumc org Lakeside Praise Singing . Morning Worship CHRISTIAN REFORMED 9:30 a m 1045 a m 6:00 pm Contemporary Worship Sunday School for All Ages Evening Worship Pastor Roger Buhman • Church Office 868-0391 Informal mid-week acoustic Praise and Worship service Traditional Service 8-30 AM Acoustic Praise 8r Worship Service 11.00 AM Sunday School & Adult Bible Study 9:45 AM All Services have a Nurserq available • Barrier Free Office Phone 891 8M8 SS. CYRIL and METHODIUS CHURCH THORNAPPLE BIBLE CUI R( I I Preaching the Living Word Serving The Risen Lord Sunday School .9:30 a in Sunday Morning Worship .10 30 a in (Jr. Church & Nursery available.) C urrently meeting at: Emmons Like Elementary 8950 Kraft SE, Caledonia Rev. Dennis Ross Church: (616) 8()8-7125 UNITED METHODIST CHURCHES Middleville - Parmelee Parmelee Morning Worship 930 am. Mddfeville Mormr^ Worship 1100 am Sunday School (Addis) 945 a m Nursery - Grode 5 1100 am Grades 6-8 Sunday Evenings 5 006 15 p m Grades 9-12 Sunday Evenrgs 6 308 00 p m Grades 6-12 Wednesday Evenngs 6 007 30 pm Ret Lee Zach man Church Office Phone - 7959266 www JakesMfeconununtty org Redeemer Covenant Church —Lighting Up Lives for God- Sunday Worship 9:30 am Sunday Mumng Wonhys A 30 a an Iradka «ul i Christian Education 1100 am CenKstpuran Hour 11:00 am ~ JE 1000 a m Wednesday 11OO aan. 500 pm 6 30 p m Family Night 5 45-8.00 pm Aduk Bdbie Study • Trdnesdn 6 30 pm Uk TOTSSSD. • M»UX EMM W»o*l*Bor ■*328 • e-m*d inghton* net CHURCH Pastor: Rev Josh Hlunt Contact our Dutton office at (6/6) 65-65 WAY Check our web sire wh w.wq\tqrercc.org Sunday Eswung Senior FT Fnends Prc-Sdxxi-Sih < Sept -Apr! • Church Ph. 616-868-6810 • Pastor s Ph 616497-6740 Comer of 84th St and Kraft in Caledonia 1 mile west of M-37 Mid-Week at the Oasis - Wed. 6:30 PM Rev Dr. Jack Doorlag. Interim Minister Sunday vtaml fur Ail Ages Pastor EG Frizzell + St Paul Lutheran Church Missouri Sijnod Nursery & children’s activities during all services For more information: (616) 891-8119 or www peacechurchxc Sunday Worship: 8:30 aan. Traditional It aan. Contemporary 6 pan. Praise/Bible Study 10:30 aan Wed Fellow ship .. 730 pan Wednesday 6:00 P.M. Evening Prayer Finding the Way Together! An informal, contemporary church committed to our community. Sunday Worship is at 10:00am in Caledonia Middle School s cafeteria. Everyone is welcome! M-37 between Middleville & Caledonia Community Church A Place for Family & Friends 6201 WhitnesMlle Asenue. Alto ALASKA CONGREGATION 8146 68th St near Whitneyv«e Ave ' phone 795-2370 or 94S-9327 Vicar - Rev. David T. Huetwick COMMUNITY CoHHHUHitV of Ojri$f Leighton Church Church School. Sunday..................................9:45 aan ■ WAYFARER. A CALEDONIA fl" UNITED METHODIST 250 3 ini >iiul M * 11:00 A.M. Holy Communion As of now. the 9.30 Mass of SS. Cyril & Methodius will take place at St Therese Church in Wayland while the final Sen ice Times: phase of the building of the church Sunday School.......................................... 9:45 a m. Morning Worship.................................. 11 00 a.m takes place. Mass at SS Cyril & Method­ Evening Worship...............................................6:00p.m.ius will resume again July 13.2003, when Youth Group:............................. 6:00 p.m. Sunday the dedication takes place. We apolo­ Midweek 7:00 p.m Wed gize for the inconvenience. 9:30 a m Thurs GUN LAKE COMMUNITY CHURCH & PRESCHOOL Rev. Dave LeBlanc, Pastor ------- —-------I IC ■XC| 1664 N M-37 Highway Middleville. Ml 49333 • 945 1555 Located near the corner of M-37 and McCann Sunday School for ages 3 yr. thru 6th grade: Sr. High. Sun. 6:30 pm Jr. High, Sun. 6:30 pm Rev P Adams Pfone 891-8440 Sunday Service Tim«l 9:15 A M. Morning Prayer (Holy Communon 2nd Sunday! _________ www.StPaulCaledonia.org Services at 9 30 a m. and 6 p.m 9255 84th Street. Alto, Ml 49302 One mile east of Whitneyville Rd 2415 McCann Rd. (In Irving) Pastor Robert Gerke • Pastor David Ziehr Rev Tom DeVries, Pastor - 795-9901 Middleville Good Shepherd Wesleyan Church Lutheran Church 12200 West M 179 Highway (Chief Noonday Road I Wayland. Ml 49348 Saturday Evening Mass ... .5:00 p.ni. Sunday Mass . .9:00 am. & 11:00 am. MIDDLEVILLE CHRISTIAN REFORMED leAYSO.org. or call the Re­ gional Registrar. Lisa Sin­ clair at 269-945-4622 with any registration questions. Pitfoc Paul M Hiiiman Youth Pastor David Lnivm 6951 Hanna Lake Avenue. Caledoma 616^98-8001 redeemertpi5erv.net wwwredeemeranmantorg 4 mrrnher d the hrnngrhcal CamnMf Oumhes of Amenta WHITNEYVILLE Bible church 8546 W- ’neywie Ave at 84m St • 891 -866 "The Church where everybody is somebody . and Jesus is Lord” Meeting at Caledonia High School Sunday School 9 30 am Sunday Momrg Wcxsh^ 1030am Meeting at chape* on Whrtneyvee Ave Sirviay Evenng Worsn© 600pm Wed iAaween Prayer & 8tne Study 100 p m Suys Pas-y ♦ Tev Car Bosnia t-zsy. Pasta *n*^eyv4eooe ag �The Sun and News. Middleville. Ml/April 29. 2003/Page 5 and Chad Reil. friends of the groom and Aaron Smith, brother of the bride. Ushers were Adam Smith, brother of the bride, and* Justin Frazer, friend of the groom. The groomsmen wore black luxes with siher vests and ties. Their boutonnieres were purple roses. Trenton wrote a small, black tux and carried the ring pillow of w hite satin, trimmed in cam­ ouflage material. The reception was held at the Barrs Count) Expts Center, where Jerem) and his familx spent man) sum­ mer days during fair week. An excellent meal of pork tenderloin and London broil w as sen ed. The couple traveled in northern lower Michigan on their hone) moon before coming home to reside in Hastings. Mich. Smith-Vandefifer exchange vows Tamia Joy Smith and Jeremy James Paul Vande fifer exchanged wedding vows on Oct. 26. at 2:00 in the afternoon at the First Baptist Church of Mid­ dleville. Pastor Karl Bashlor of Whitneyville Bible Church performed the mar­ riage ceremony. Parents of the bride are David and Debra Smith of Middleville and the groom’s parents are James and Wanda Vandefifer also of Middleville. Tami wore a white, full length, strapless gown em­ broidered with small pearls and lace on the bodice, hem and back of the train and fit­ ted at the waist. She wore her mother's veil, that was shortened to fingertip length with baby's breath in her hair. She carried a full bou­ quet of white roses, lily of the valley and stephanotis. The groom wore a formal black tux with a charcoal vest and tie. The groom had a white rose as his bouton­ niere. The maids of honor were Echoes of the Nativity Kay DeMoss from Muskegon brought 57 of the more than 200 Nativity scenes from her collection to help illustrate a talk she gave to the United Methodist Women on April 17. The talk focused on the echoes of the Nativity found in the Easter story, from the cra­ dle to the tomb. Her collection includes a boat hold­ ing the Magi as they “go home another way.” | join us for the Holly Smith, sister of the bride and friend Jackie Schumaker. Bridesmaids included Stacy Vandefifer and Susie Vandefifer. sisters of the groom and Shelly Car­ gill. friend of the bride. Junior bridesmaid was Sarah Vandefifer. sister of the groom and ring bearer was Trenton Vandefifer. nephew of the groom. The maids of honor wore strapless, dusty amethyst full length gowns trimmed in navy blue with navy/ amethyst stoles. The brides­ maids wore strapless, navy blue gowns trimmed in amethyst with navy/ amethyst stoles. They car­ ried purple Bluebird roses. The junior bridesmaid wore a dusty amethyst dress trimmed in navy that was made by her grandmother, Nancy Martin. The best man was Tim Stevens, friend of the groom. Groomsmen were Brian Ploeg. Israel Rosales. Centum Graduating senior class photos wanted The Sun and News cele­ brates graduation each year by listing the names of Thornapple Kellogg gradu­ ates in the paper, along w ith their photographs. This year's graduating seniors have been turning in their pictures but there are always a few who don’t get their photographs in on time. The deadline for turning photographs into the high school office is Friday. May 9. Any photo can be used and those who don’t have a photo should contact Princi­ pal Ellen Zack. The Sun and News asks that each photographed be identified on the back. For more information, call the high school office at 795-3394. Real Estate For Your World"1 Caledonia • 9175 Cherry Valiev 891-8980 Pearson-Cook •Each office independently owned and operated LAKEWOOD SCHOOLS new USTWG CEDAR AND BRICK ranch nestled on 1.5 acre wooded lot. 4 bedrooms. 31/2 baths. finished basement. Convenient location $199,900. (SNA1BGF.TT) Barb Getty 269-838-2550 Many More listings Available.' for information on newly con­ structed homes and vacant lots currently available call: Kathv Benton 2*2-3965 Paul Davis 291 00*3 Robin Dawson 293 4079 Dave Krumm 915-47*3 Linda James 813 4909 Laura Martin 891-7*19 Tom G ar bow 8*8-0045 Barbara (ietty 2*9-838-2550 Cathy Williamson 293-7391 Aaron VanderZ.and 5*0-3772 Julie DeLaGandara 269-6*4-4415 Rich McConnon 292-4*93 Joy Smith 893-5555 Dave Pratt 813-8334 Don Hoogerhvde 8*2-5424 Brent Boncher 248-229-9286 CALEDONIA NEW CONSTRl CTION. 3 bednxMn 2-1/2 bath 2 story walkout Located in Glen Valley Estates Master suite, office. and more $229,900 (COS6BGETT) MIDDLEVILLE SCHOCH S NEWER CUSTOM HOME on 2.3 wooded acres and a cul-de-sac. 4 bed­ room. 3 bath walkout. Seller wants sold! Bring offers' $244.9(X) (AST8BGETT) Barbara Getty 269-838-2550 BEAUTIFUL rhorn.ipplc frontage with I acre Ranch home. ' bcdroomv walkout, deck. 2 fireplaces Must get mstdc $229.91X1 (BOU7RDAWS) Robin /tawion 293-4079 THORN APPLE LAKE 2 STORY HOME with 50ft on <han net 2 bedrooms, large family room, liv­ ing room, and main floor laundry $129,900 (GER9RDAWS) Robin Dawson 293-4079 If your faith has died, what better time than Easter to resurrect it? | National 33. | Day of Prayer | Service Thursday, May 1s* 7:00 p.m. Leighton United Methodist Church 4180 Second Street (616) 891-8028 A “concert" of prayer and praise to pray for our ‘Leaders ‘Armed Forces ‘Schools ‘Internal Security ‘Moral Standards ‘Forgiveness ‘Economy ‘Farmers/Crops Crystal Springs Christian Missionary & Alliance Gaines Uniled Brethren Holy Family Caledonia Leighton Uniled Methodist Middleville Christian Reformed Middleville United Methodist Jesus came back to life. Why can’t your faith do the same? Come join us this Easter as we celebrate the miracle of the resurrection. Good Shepherd Lutheran Church 908 West Main Street Middleville, Ml 49333-9770 Sunday worship 9:30 a.m. Rev Tony Sikora, Pastor (269) 795-2391 Sunday School & Adult Bible Study 11 a m. �Page 6/The Sun and News. Middleville, Ml/Apnl 29. 2003 Financial Focus KISD honors bus driver Furnished by Drew McFadden of Edward Jones and Co. • (616) 891 -1173 Look for creative ways to fund retirement plans If you’ve got an IRA or an employer-sponsored retire­ ment plan, such as a 401 (k) or 403(b). you've already taken a big step toward achieving the retirement lifestyle you’ve envisioned. But if you're not fully fund­ ing these tax-advantaged accounts, you’re missing out on a chance to accelerate the progress toward your goals. Just how much money can you put into these plans? For 2003. you can contribute $3,000 to a Traditional or Roth IRA; if you're 50 or over, you can put in an extra $500. You can also put in up to $ 12,000 to your 401 (k) or, if you work for a non-profit organization, to your 403(b). And if you're 50 or over, you can contribute an extra $2,(XX) to these plans. Of course, for most of us, these arc grxxi-sized sums of money - and it may seem hard to come up with the full amounts. After paying your monthly bills, you might not think you can afford to put away more into your retire­ ment accounts But there may be steps you can take to uncover, or at least redirect, financial resources you can apply to your retirement sav­ ings. Here are a few ideas to consider: • Set up a bank authoriza­ tion - If you have a 401(k) or 403(b). you are probably automatically deferring part of your paycheck into your retirement plan. And you can follow the same basic mech­ anism to fund your IRA. By setting up a "bank authoriza­ tion." you can have money moved directly from your checking account to your IRA each month. When you "pay yourself first" through this type of arrangement, you won't have a chance to spend the money on other things. • Put your raises to work Qntui^ —Pearson-Cook is proud to announce the following associates have joined our team of professionals! As part of the Century 21 system, Linda, Joy and Julie will provide you with the expertise, resources, and technology of the #1 real estate organization. With a network of over 6.600 offices and 110,000 real estate professionals worldwide, no other real estate organization can compare. For all your real estate needs call Linda, Joy or Julie today! If you receive an annual salary increase, consider raising the percentage of your 401(k) or 403(b) con­ tribution. At the very least, increase your contribution enough to eam your employ­ er’s match, if one is offered. By not putting in enough to gain the match, you are liter­ ally walking away from “free” money. • Consider methods of "freeing up” funds - If you can consolidate your highrate credit cards into one lower-rate one. you may be able to free up money each month that can then go to your IRA. Also, if you're refinancing your mortgage, you may also come up with funds that can then go to your retirement accounts. • Get help from your Uncle Sam - Depending on your income level, you may be able to receive a tax cred­ it for contributing to your IRA. 40l(k) or 403(b). If you're married and file joint­ ly, and your adjusted gross income is $50,000 or less, you may be able to claim a tax credit ranging from 10 percent to 50 percent of your IRA. 401 (k) or 403(b) con­ tribution. (The maximum contribution available as a basis for the credit is $2,000). If you qualify, you can claim this credit in addi­ tion to any tax deduction you receive from your employer-sponsored retire­ ment plan or Traditional IRA. To determine your eli­ gibility for this tax credit, consult with your tax advis­ er. By taking these steps, or others you may discover, you can put more money to work for you in your tax­ advantaged retirement accounts. Take action soon because the more time you have to build your savings, the better off you can be. -CALEDONIA COMMUNITYPRESCHOOL Now registering lor fall classes Bus driver Julie VanderMeulen is surrounded by some of her students. She was selected as the Transportation Support Staff person of the year by the KCEA. by Patricia Johns Staff Writer Julie VanderMeulen has worked as a bus driver for the Thornapple Kellogg School District for more than 27 years and has expe­ rience with high school stu- TK Band and Music Boosters will meet There will be a meeting for the band and music par­ ents of Thornapple Kellogg High School at 7 p.m. Monday, May 5, in the TKHS band room. The Band/Music Boosters group benefits all students in music classes at the high school. On the agenda for this meeting are end of the year activities, scholarships and election of next year's officers. All of this year's officers have graduating seniors and will not be able to serve next year. Parents of eighth grade music students, especially those who have registered for band or choir, are also invited to this meeting. dents, driving them to Skills spring banquet. According to one parent Center classes and even the high energy of wrestlers on whose child rides the bus, VanderMeulen has a "tre­ the way to tournaments. But according to transpor­ mendous amount of patience tation secretary Michele Cis- and a whole lot of love for ler and parents, her true call­ our children. Julie is excep­ ing is transporting special tional." education students, includ­ Cisler’s recommendation ing some of the youngest in included her working with the district. Transportation Supervisor Cisler says, “She is dedi­ Jeff Schilthroat to design a cated to her work, caring for route that would meet the her students, fellow drivers needs of the parents as well and is a loyal employee. She as the school. is always pleasant and VanderMeulen is well warm.” known for her “bus bear” Now, her dedication and who helps calm agitated caring will be recognized children. She makes sure throughout the entire Kent students are safely buckled Intermediate School District in for each trip. as she was selected as the She also adds to their edu­ “Driver of the Year.” She cational experience by hav­ will get her award Tuesday, ing books and toys for them May 6, at the Kent County and even decorates her bus Education Association for holidays. OPEN HOUSE SUNDAY, MAY 4™ • 12-2 PM Just Say AH Two or three day sessions available for four y ear olds who are four by December 1st, 2003. Dr. Battiste and Leon Vanderlaan look forward to meeting you and providing you and your family with personal, comprehensive health care services. Two day sessions available for three s ear olds who are three by December 1st. 2003 Morning sessions are from 9:00 am to 11:30 am Afternoon sessions are from 12:30 pm to 3:00 pm .4 non-refundable 335 enrollment fee is required to secure your place in class. 891-8117 for more Call the Caledonia Resource Center office at _________ information, or to enroll your child. a__ a______________ r Meet Dr. Jennifer Battiste, primary care physician, along with life long Caledonia resident Leon VanderLaan, PA-C, at the Caledonia Office of Advantage Health. Accepting new patients 616-913-8850 or 891-2503 Priority Health and Aetna insurance accepted. men's & women's health obstetrics ~ kids & teens ~ seniors Advantage health Physicians a----- e>ep— 9090 South Rogers Ct., Caledonia. Ml — www.advantagehealth.org �The Sun and News. Middleville. Ml/Apnl 29. 2003/Page 7 Fashion show next Caledonia District Library dance attracts 100-plus The Tom Zalaoras band could really swing. The dancers kicked up their heels. The food prepared by Joe Pagano was one of the high points of the big band dance. Family Dentistry of Caledonia Ask us our new office by Patricia Johns Staff Writer The Friends of the Cale­ donia Library held a suc­ cessful dance at Raffaella's by Paganos earlier this month, with more than 100 dancing to the swinging sounds of the Tom Zalaoras band. The band played every­ thing from straight ahead jazz, to ballads to pop tunes and even through in a polka melody. The dance floor was often full with dancers . howing off their fancy steps. The Friendsnow have turned their attention to the fashion show Monday, May 12. The show will be held at the Monterey Grill, begin­ ning at 11 a.m. There will be a buffet lunch followed by a fashion show organized by Jansher’s. Tickets are $12 each and are available at the Caledo­ nia Library and at Jansher’s. The supply is limited and li­ brary branch manager Jane Heiss encourages everyone interested to see the latest fashions to get their tickets as soon as possible. Dr Gary Scott, D.D.S. 9958 Cherry Valley Ave. SE Caledonia (616) 891-0004 Fax (616) 891-5170 Now Accepting New Patients!J Call 945-9554 anytime for Sun & News classified ads Middleville Support Group plans fund-raisers for ‘care’ packages The “Middleville Support Group” continues to meet, even though conflict has ended in Iraq. Weekly meetings will be held at the VFW Post No. 123 in Middleville each Tuesday, as long as Ameri­ can service people are still stationed in Iraq and Ku­ wait, with all meetings be­ ginning at 7 p.m. This next meeting will be a time for people to just talk. “This will be an opportunity for us to share how we con­ tact our loved ones in the service,” Deb Shaffer says. This will be a less structured meeting with no outside speaker. “Just come, share your ideas and experiences with people who will under­ stand,” she says. The group has begun some fund-raising activities which will help pay for ship­ ping “care” packages to lo­ cal service people stationed in Iraq, Kuwait, Africa, Af­ ghanistan and other areas. Group organizer Shaffer says, “I have the list of things we can send and those we can't. It is avail­ able at all our meetings." The group members say they appreciate the Mid­ dleville VFW for supporting them. The official collection cans will say, “Sponsored by the VFW” on them. The group will also hold a hot dog sale on Armed Forces Day, Saturday. May 17, at the Middleville Market Place. The hog dog sale is from 11 a.m. to 3 p.m. All proceeds will go to shipping costs and purchas­ ing items for the packages. Other collection boxes are al Family Trax video store. Shear Pleasure and the Mid­ dleville Marketplace. Family and friends of those serving either overseas or stateside arc welcome to allend these meetings. Re­ freshments arc served. THORNAPPLE AREA ENRICHMENT FOUNDATION Our Hometown Charitable Organization MISSION: To enrich and enhance the quality of life in the Thornapple Area by acting as a leader and catalyst in the evolving needs of the community. For scholarship and charitable gift information, please write to: P.O. Box 164 Middleville, Michigan 49333-0164 tktaef@hotmail.com East Town Homes Middleville's Newest Townhouse Community Why rent when you can OWN? Credit not so good? Lease options available Some things are meant to be a certain way... 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Dan Lenartz (left) and Jason Jamieson take advantage of beautiful Long Lake to get in a little canoeing. by Cathy Rueter Staff Writer Half of the Caledonia Middle School sixth graders were “forced” to stay in school for 74 straight hours this past week. Is this some kind of strange new disciplinary ac­ tion on the part of Caledonia Schools? Far from it. It’s sixth grade camp! Students in Tim Looking for a Job! Professionally developed resumes. Call (269) 795*7897 Sporting events were mandatory during part of the day, but with the wide array of equipment provided by Camp Michawana “sports" meant everything from bik­ ing to boating, basketball to baseball, rollerblading to hockey, tennis to volleyball, etc. Camp counselor and college student Josh Warren measures a student's bubble during bubblegum relay races. (Josh is also the son of Kettle Lake Principal Chris Warren and the brother of sixth-grader Justin Warren.) This particular Warren could be counted on to provide comic relief during skits, in addition to his many duties as counselor. McRoy’s, Cindy Whalen’s, Karen Rath’s and Shelly Gibbons’ sixth grade classes were bused to Camp Michawana in Hope Township last Tuesday where they were treated to the usual camp fare such as storytelling, a campfire, canoeing, a scav­ enger hunt, bunk beds, com­ munal showers, and lots of walking. But having fun also in­ cluded four classes per day where students learned about various subjects such as teamwork (ropes course), physics (white water rafting Spencer Kokot takes a break from a busy day at camp to soak up a few rays. - students built a miniature raft out of tongue depressors and hot glue to see how much weight it could hold), art (tie dying), and biology (stream search), to name just a few. Caledonia usually has two weeks back to back for their camping experience - each week servicing half of the sixth graders. This year however, due to spring holi­ days and camp scheduling, students in the other sixth grade classes will be partici- Continued next page ------ Come Home------ to Diverland Didgc South to Rodao Dr. East to Rrvertand Ridge Contact Brian Martin (616) 891-2272 Flooring by Cell (616) 291-3439 FINANCING THROUGH State Bank of Caledonia FAMOUS FLOORING Glen Valley Retail Center 6I6-89I-9CXX) 1-800-892-8175. FDIC HUME HOMES Equal Housing Lender CONSTRUCTION f N C �The Sun and News. Middleville. Ml/April 29. 2003/Page 9 Students were required to come up with a group skit and perform it on stage during the talent show. This notable skit involved a group of students having to brush their teeth with only one-cup of water (and grossing out the counselors). A good sport throughout many skits, camp counselor and sixth grade mom El­ len Wilder gets a soaking from her fellow counselors. Reach over 11,000 area homes with an ad in the Sun & News. Call 945-9554 to place your ad today. From previous page paling in camp activities in early June. Among their amenities, ( amp Michawana provided food, shelter and a camp nurse. Caledonia teachers, college counselors and par­ ent volunteers provided the learning experiences and all around fun with skits, relay races and a talent show. A sixth grade dance capped off the evening activities Thurs­ day night. Prior to the dance students were instructed in acceptable dance activities and courtesy. During the first hour of the dance all students participated with group dances. Elbows flapped with the chicken dance (come on, you know the one. “I don’t want to be a chicken, I don’t want to be a duck....] while the bunny hop and the twist proved to Continued next page Great Place. Great Deal. Zero Down and Zero Payments* You make the choice - Zero down, Zero payments, Zero closing costs. Any combination up to $5(XX). 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The CCC was sponsored by the Federal Government to get young men off the streets and working. The camp name of Michawana has been around since 1938, derived from the childhood memories of the first direc­ tor, Lance Latham. AWANA stands for Ap­ proved Workmen Are Not Ashamed, based on Timothy 2:15. The name AWANA was used for youth clubs in Pennsylvania. It is still in used today all over the world. I^itham added MICH to the camp name for its Michigan location. The name has been used at sev­ eral rented and/or leased campground sites until set­ tling in at the Hope Town­ ship location. The current grounds were purchased throughout the late 1960’s and into the 70’s. Camp Mi­ chawana is now 65 years old. The camp is non-dcnominational and non-profit. The current location is 188 acres of beautiful roll- Chelsea Self rounded out the talent show eve­ ning with beautiful a capella version of “Star Spangled Banner" which she dedicated to a friend who is over in Spain right now.’ Sixth-grader Hayley Facca was one of the acts during the talent show with her spirited (and talented) piano solo of “Spanish Fiesta." times. It has gone from sum­ countant) since 1968. mer only camp to summer & The camp employs nine winter camps and separate full time staff and 70 sum­ boy/girl weeks to co-ed mer personnel. Barnes runs camps but the basic princi­ the camp with the help of ples have stayed the same. It Connie. Dave & Deb Wood ing hills along Long is currently licensed for 175 and their girls (he is Barnes' Lake near Delton. There children. are trails for biking and hik­ right hand man, she is chief The camp serves not only cook), Heather Bolhius is ing, a public RV camp area, seven weeks of summer Caledonia schools but also the nurse for two weeks a camp, and a corporate con­ Wyoming Public. Jenison year, and several mainte­ Public and seven parochial nance people, ference retreat center. While including schools. “Our prime market Maria Endsley. Addition­ swimming is not included in is third through eighth grad­ ally, campers often see a lit­ the Caledonia curriculum Camp Michawana does offer ers,” said Camp Director tle lady tooling around the Bob Barnes. a swimming area as well as grounds on a huge riding Raymond Bayne and now lawnmower. “She’s 75 years boating, fishing, tennis Bob Barnes followed courts, volleyball, softball, old and mows about 100 Latham as Camp Director. acres (at the camp),” said mini-golf, winter skating, Barnes has been director for cross-country skiing and in­ Barnes. the past 14 years af’er vol­ door recreational equipment. Why would school chil­ The camp has been re­ unteering for one week a dren go on a camp outing structured many times over year with his wife, Connie during the school year? the years to meet changing (who is now the camp ac- “The advantage of this,” Barnes comments, “is for the kids to get a sense of re­ sponsibility and community. It gives them a chance to see teachers as real people. It gives the teachers an oppor­ tunity to meet objectives that are outside the class­ room.” As the exhausted campers and counselors were board­ ing the bus on Friday morn­ ing the students were given a few more words of instruc­ tion, “Now go home and get Just West Off M-37 ‘10197 Garbow Rd. • Middleville some sleep.” For those interested in Early spring hours: 8:30 a.m. - 7:00 p.m. Monday - Saturday camp information, visit their website at www.campmichawana.org or call 269623-5168. Choir teacher and camp counselor Nancy Ten Elshof leads a round of “Twelve Days of Camping" (sung to the tune of “Twelve Days of Christmas") while a laughing Joshua McKay gets assistance from sixth grade teacher and camp counselor Karen Rath. Eight local students on Cornerstone dean’s list Eight local students have sons of Travis and Lou been named to the dean's Hughes of Middleville. list for the fall 2002 semes­ Brian is a 2001 graduate and ter at Cornerstone Univer­ John in 1999. Both were sity in Grand Rapids. home schooled. • Nathan Venton. son of To be included on the dean’s list at Cornerstone, a Edward and Nancy Venton student must earn at least a of Middleville, a 1999 3.5 grade point average on a graduate of Thornapple Kel­ logg High School. 4.0 scale. • Diana Henderson, The students, their par­ ents, hometowns, high daughter of William and school alma maters and Sharon Henderson of Mid­ dleville, a 2002 home school years graduated were: • Marissa Lyons, daughter graduate. • Katie Schult/, daughter of Michael and Carolyn Jones of Caledonia, a 1999 of Robert and Theresa graduate East Kentwood Schultz of Middleville, a 2001 graduate ot Thornap­ High School. • Janet Boverhof, daugh­ ple Kellogg High School. • Rebecca Christick of ter of Robert and carol Boverhof of Caledonia, a Wyoming, daughter of Ju­ 2000 graduate of South dith Shingleton, a 1996 graduate of Thornapple Kel­ Christian High School. • Brian and John Hughes, logg High School. 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Stcketee's remarks were made before the meeting during the period of public comment. Planning Commission Chairman Archie Warner explained later the differ­ ence of opinion between Steketee and commissioners was over an existing build­ ing on the property. Com­ missioners wanted the metal commercial building retro­ fitted to meet the original standards promised by de­ velopers. The latest draw­ ings by developers indicated the building would be re­ moved, but Steketee refused to give a date, so the April No job too small! Repair, Tearoff, Re-Roof, New Construction FREE ESTIMATES • REASONABLE RATES Call Matt Graham fci Penny Graham Q/f O fl C 3 Q Mr O ” U BANKRUPTCY Protection from Creditors Including... • Garnishments • Foreclosures • Judgements • Repossessions • Harassing Phone Calls 666 WE CAN PROTECT YOU AND YOUR ASSETS FAST! WITHIN 24 HOURS!!! Stop in for FREE Bankruptcy Informational Brochure Over 20 Years of Experience Law Office Of MICHAEL J. McPHILLIPS 269-945-3512 Evening & Saturday Appointments Available Payment Plans Available 121 W. Apple St., Suite 101, Hastings 14 meeting resulted in an impasse. Steketee said April 21 that he had been working with the Planning Commis­ sion for close to two years to develop a project along M37. A partner. Den Hartigh was not present. Explaining his objections, Steketee said. “We started out with about 600 (units) at the beginning. We have cut our project down twice, now... since we put the ap­ plication in. “We seem to be working off an empty piece of paper, and you people have never taken it upon yourself to hand us the PUD that you’re working off.” Steketee asked if that was a correct way to do business. “You have drawn up two PUDs, and never submit­ ted... them to us. “We’ve also got to pay for those PUDs, and I just discovered last Friday on our statement for billing (on Monday) for an escrow ac­ count with you people. It seems that we've owed the township $205 for seven months." Steketee said, “It didn't make sense to us why we haven't had a look at our PUD. My understanding is that a PUD is a contract be­ tween us and the township. We wonder why this infor­ mation has been held from us. “We are definitely at an impasse, and I have a prob­ lem trusting that type of business practice. At this time, I would like to with­ draw my PUD application,” he announced. Steketee presented Plan­ ner and Township Manager Dave Zylstra with a differ­ ent application, which he said he and his associates would try to develop under the current zoning on two pieces of property on M-37. “That way, we will follow the rules that are in front of us.” he concluded, “not the ones we are not seeing. I'm very disappointed.” Steketee and Deppe left the meeting, and they were not present when commis­ sioners’ comments were made at the end of the meet­ ing’s agenda. Zylstra explained the items presented included two applications to amend the zoning map. from the PUD. one for commercial areas (C-2) on 11.9 acres, and the other to rezone from agriculture to R-3. Zylstra said the changes would be consistent with the master plan, which had previously amended the zoning to sup­ port Steketee's proposed PUD changes. Warner said about the ex­ pectation of being given cer­ tain documents, “It's not the job of this commission to provide them with the infor­ mation they were asking for.” He explained that the commission doesn't charge them a fee, which is handled through the township office. “Most of the comments weren't applicable to this commission,” he main­ tained. The issue over the pre-ex­ isting building was dis­ cussed. Warner said he had re­ viewed the file, and reading from the PUD document that Steketee had agreed to dating from 1992, “Build­ ings shall have the type of construction and general ap­ pearance as shown on the photographic exhibit sub­ mitted by the applicant at the public hearing of the fi­ nal development.” The file contained the photographs submitted by the developer and next to them the actual pictures of what was built on the site several years before. The pictures submitted originally promised two-toned colors on the building, combined with other materials, while the building actually con­ structed resembles a large metal pole building. The commission has con­ sistently objected to the ex­ terior materials of the build ing and asked they meet the requirements of the zoning, over the period Steketee has been “working with the commission,” for the past year and a half. Warner asked, “Can he circumvent our desire to Christopher J. 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The result has been contin­ ued use of the building in its current state. “What was promised to the township wasn't given to the township, and that's what has caused the controversy on this thing.” Warner said. “I don't think we need to feel bad as a commission for any decision that we made.” Warner expressed the opinion that the building should be retrofitted to what it should have been. The developer's decision not to go forward with the PUD, and to now proceed with the established zoning may seem like a bait and switch, because the reason for changing the zoning was to provide underlying zon­ ing for a proposed PUD on both sides of M-37. Commissioner Don Koopmans said the commis­ sion had made rezoning changes based on assump­ tions for a PUD. Warner said they changed the underlying zoning, which originally would have allowed commercial devel­ opment next to a residential development, Cherrywood Estates, located to the cast. Steketee and Deppe had ne­ gotiated with the residents there, who did not want commercial or industrial de­ velopment so close to their homes, and did not want dense apartment housing next door. “If you cancel the PUD, do you cancel the zoning?" Warner asked. Zylstra said only the por­ tion of the PUD to be con­ structed for commercial zon­ ing had been changed, and Steketee is “now asking for that to be rezoned along with the rest of the commer­ cial area we have designated as C-2.” Steketee has consistently pressed for more housing density than the township would agree to. Changing from A to R-3 would permit high density housing. The township docs not have to change the zoning again. The maximum den­ sity currently allowed in the township would be 6.2 units, Zylstra said, though gener­ ally high densities are around 4.2 units per acre. Even if the parcels are re­ zoned according to Steketee’s most recent appli­ cations, it is unlikely the density would be increased to the kind of levels Steketee previously had been fighting for. Commissioner Duane Gunnink said he thought with the particular terrain of the parcel. Steketee could never build more buildings in the area than already had been approved. Other Steketee holdings in the area are zoned for ag­ ricultural use. The master plan was reconfigured to al­ low a 30-foot depth of com­ mercial development along M-37. with high density residential behind it. “What he is asking for is consistent with what the Planning Commission ap­ proved." Zylstra said. No official decisions were made because this would have to take place at a regu­ lar business meeting Requests by Steketee, Hartigh and Deppe have in­ volved 114 acres north of 76th Street on both sides of Broadmoor/M-37. The por­ tion identified as Stoneridge is cast of M-37. A PUD was' reported to have been approved June 24. 1992. Photographs of a building were submitted, but the building did not meet the standards asked for bv the agreement. During the master plan­ ning process in 2000. Steketee said he believed the parcel would best be used for industrial and commer­ cial property, due to the air traffic from the north. Steketee pressed for that area to be zoned accord- Continued next page se ' ----- '--- - -- >----- Saving on home insurance is “No Problem.” > Vflfe ft undreds of thousands <J||^.'of families are saving money with AutoOwncr* Insurance for their home and mobile home protection. Stop in and ask u* about quality pro­ tection, with flexi­ ble payment plans and "No Problem” claim service vfulo-Owners Insurance IMHAMI HIM Ram urat £mw BOB NKCXHI Aes/denC , 497 Arlington St (M-37) PO Box 99, Middleville Ml 49333 (269) 891-8208 (269) 795-3302 Toll free (800) 706-3302 Fax (616) 795-3935 ----- -- �The Sun and News. Middleville. Ml/April 29. 2003/Page 13 From previous page ingly. The master plan passed in early 2001 proposed future zoning of three, types within the parcel. High density resi­ dential (four-plus units per acre) and general commer­ cial had been conceived of by the commission as a buffer between single family residential zoning to the south, and light industrial zoning farther north. The northwest sewer district was established in part to supply the land zoned for industrial use. Since that time Steketee decided high density resi­ dential housing, would be a better use for part of his property than industrial. This use would be enabled because of public utilities installed there. He said he had made an error in what he initially thought the property was best suited for in part due to the hills and ravines there. On May 6 of last year, a request to rczone ag land to build a high density multiple family unit project along M37 was strongly resisted by area residents. Residents from Cherrywood Estates, living on two-acre lots, were alarmed over the proposed density. The proposal was tabled by the Caledonia Planning Commission after the public hearing. The developers requested a revision to the master plan. That plan would transition densities in an cast west di­ rection as well as from south to north. High density areas, with ten units per acre were proposed at the north 31 acres of the property. Other more central areas would have six units per acre, and 21 acres to the south would have two units per acre, to create a gradual transition zone. The average would be 6.5 units per acre. The yield for the property would have originally resulted in about 625 units on the property. A 25-acrc commercial zone on M-37 was proposed. The revisions would reduce the commercial areas off of Broadmoor, and keep the commercial strip close to the highway. The request was tabled to give the owners time to come up with other alterna­ tives. Developers last July pro­ posed a mixed use develop­ ment for the project at an in­ formal proposal. The altered high density proposal would include commercial space, office space and multi-family housing ranging from du­ plexes to six units per build­ ing with a proposed average of 5.1 units per acre, a drop from the previous density. The project was promoted as a "class act," intended to attract people able to afford a "high end option," but planning commissioners were not convinced, be­ cause: • The density was still higher than township resi­ dents wanted. ■ The residential use would displace land previ­ ously planned for industrial and commercial use, which bring in the greatest reve­ nues to offset infrastructure costs. Some acreage designated for industrial use to the north still remained outside the proposal. On Sept. 9, Steketee and Dcppe asked to amend the general development plan from highway commercial to high density residential, east of the highway com­ mercial band along M-37 in Stoneridge. This would pro­ vide underlying zoning to support a PUD proposal. Changing a portion of the master plan, which was only two years old, was agreed to by the Planning Commission after extensive consideration Sept. 9 in a 5-2 vote, even though it was feared to set the stage for future requests to increase densities. This amendment re-con­ figured the original town­ ship plan, changing the com­ mercial portion from 1200 feet deep to about 300 feet deep in that area. The combined high den­ sity residential and commer­ cial PUD would be con­ structed on a 49.56-acre par­ cel. Stoneridge as proposed would average 4.4 units per acre, with duplex and triplex units with a layout similar to previous plans. High density was at that time generally defined as four units per acre in the township. The only excep­ tion was for mixed use. or manufactured and mobile home housing, which al­ lowed up to 6.2 units per acre. The developers were only asking for residential use on one part of the parcel. Other parts, zoned for industrial and commercial use were not being considered. In September, the steel building on the commercial portion of the property was objected to by the commis­ sioners. Commissioners felt it was not suited for the fu­ ture uses planned for the property and would be detri­ mental to the character of the development. Steketee said it was being used by tenant businesses and was reluctant to tear it down in the near future al­ though some day it would at least be remodeled, he said. Remodeling would be re­ lated to the rate of success of the project, he said. Later Steketee said he would agree to a threshold of 50 percent occupancy as a point at which he would re­ move the metal building. On the same date in Sep­ tember. another proposal for Steketee’s other 27-acre de­ velopment across M-37 to the west asked to amend the general development plan from highway commercial to high density residential, along the west side of M-37. This plan reconfigured the original zoning, changing the commercial proportion from 1200 feet deep to about 300 feet, though 200 feet was asked for. Basically, Steketee’s pro­ posal divided the parcel into two uses, with a commercial band on M-37 and with high density residential condo apartments on the rest. Don DeGroot, of Exxel Engineering, speaking for Steketee, pointed out that high density housing was al­ ready designated across the street west of Kraft. The change would simply mean extending an existing den­ sity to the north. DeGroot said. This area is a manufac­ tured housing development, and represents the highest density allowed in the town­ ship. except for some in the village with eight units per acre, and in another devel­ opment granted in a consent judgment. There are some multi-family homes zoned on Whitneyville Avenue and a greater density than usual at the Campau Lake mobile home park. Zylstra said the term high density multi-family, as ap­ plied to manufactured hous­ ing. was also confusing, and there are only a few areas where multi-family units al­ ready exist. These areas also were designated for home ownership. and not rental/lease units as pro­ posed by Steketee. However, since higher densities are already allowed in some areas of the town­ ship. this exempts the town­ ship from providing such densities to all areas. On Nov. 4, 2002, the de­ velopers requested a new PUD for Stoneridge. The public hearing brought no public comment. Planning Commission recommendation came with a stipulation that a steel building within the PUD would be torn down. Steketee wanted to be re­ leased from the requirement, saying he never before "had a land use amendment with a rider on it, referring to a pre-existing building." He said the building rep­ resented a considerable in­ vestment. originally valued at $985,000. and the value reduced to $725,000 after settling with the Michigan Department of Transporta­ tion in 1999 when M-37 w as widened. It would impose a hardship to have to tear it dow n. Steketee said. He asked instead for the option to either remove or remodel the building in the future. He said the look of the building could be im­ proved. If the condos sold well, he could look at the option of tearing it down, he said. He proposed that when 50 percent of the commercial property or some other con­ figuration of the develop­ ment was occupied, the building would be torn down. Chairman Archie Warner said if the project was at 50 percent occupancy, he thought anyone wanting the lot for commercial use would want to remove it. The PUD request and site plan approval was post­ poned because of the change requested by the applicant in the legal document dratted by the township attorney. In January 2002. the de­ veloper was granted the re­ zoning on the west side ot M-37. The parcel is located in an area already rczoned for commercial use and is so designated in the master plan. Though rezoned for high density, that may not neces­ sarily allow 6.2 units per acre as suggested by Steketee. 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I am not an expert on cemeteries, but w here do the graves lie in respect to the survey and the ■'planned” road? I understand it varies by cemetery and customs its interest in the property to the back of the parking lot over the years. Shouldn t vil­ the village. Quite generous of the small strip mall con­ lage officials have checked of the township. I imagine it taining the current D&W on this before they bought was all done in open meet­ store. My wife was also told the property? I was told I shouldn’t be ings. without collusion, and it was just going to be a few the village could simply go old folks going down the bringing these issues up be­ back and ask their good road and that the) did not cause there are no plans to friends at the township for intend to allow any truck build a roadway. Mr. Pen­ more contributions at any traffic to go through the fold indicated village bought back of the mall and down the property so that people time. That purchase was made the new street. These sound had access to a townshipfrom the owner of a private like very specific plans to owned cemetery. Shouldn’t the township be paying for drive through Lakeside me. My neighbor said a vil­ improvements in township cemetery, who previously lage administrative assistant owned properties, not the had described himself to e as a friend of Village this past autumn essentially village? I told Mr. Penfold he was President Daryl Penfold. told him the same thing — There was never any pre­ the village planned to put a quoted in the March 5, 2002. purchase survey done that two-lane road right through Sun & News as advocating a was visible to remaining the cemetery . He asked after road through the cemetery neighbors. Village officials he had seen survey stakes on North Street to the Cale­ did make it known they had placed along the property at donia Village Center. With a month before Me­ purchased the land with the the end of last year, the same wooden survey stakes morial day, with our young township. I brought pictures of to the men and women in harm's, My wife asked Caledonia Village Manager Sandra Ay­ past village meeting. The way in foreign lands, with stakes planted there by the the departed veterans of ers what the village's inten­ tions wer$ for buying the surveyors were within a foot every war, and with the par­ property and taking on the or so of headstones in the ents and grandparents of nu­ merous families in our com­ expense of upkeep of the cemetery. Trustee Dan Erskine said munity at eternal rest in driveway, trimming trees, snow plowing and whatever the stakes probably were Lakeside Cemetery, our liability costs. My wife was snow plow stakes. Didn’t he community cannot and does told the village intended to know the village paid for a not need a cavalier attitude put a two-lane road through survey? Didn't he want to toward these graves. the cemetery with a bridge look at the pictures clearly across a storm drain/creek to identifying marked survey From Our Readers Local Citizens Speak Out On Issues Stop the desecration of Caledonia graveyards To the editor: 1 recently attended my first Caledonia Village Council meeting. I accepted the challenge from a Sun &. News article asking for people to attend to ascertain whether village taxpayers are victims of im­ proper attempts to subsidize water main developments that primarily only benefited real estate developers, not the majority of taxpayers. 1 wasn’t able to determine that the council addressed those concerns. Instead of direct answers, I heard ob­ tuse babble and redirected questions, and I never felt comfortable with answers given. My primary reason to at­ tend. however, was to ask some simple questions about the development of a twolane road that some resi­ dents on North Street in the village hive already been told will be built on a 40foot wide section of prop­ erty that runs directly through Lakeside cemetery. Thia land was acquired with $5,000 of village money and Si/MM) of township money, but the township gave away LAST DAY OF REGISTRATION SCHOOL ELECTION NOTICE OF LAST DAY OF REGISTRATION OF THE ELECTORS OF THORNAPPLE KELLOGG SCHOOL BARRY, ALLEGAN, KENT AND IONIA COUNTIES, MICHIGAN TO THE ELECTORS OF THE SCHOOL DISTRICT: Please Take Notice that the regular school election of the school district will be held on Monday. June 9. 2003. THE LAST DAY ON WHICH PERSONS MAY REGISTER IN ORDER TO BE ELIGIBLE TO VOTE AT THE REGULAR SCHOOL ELECTION CALLED TO BE HELD ON MONDAY, JUNE 9, 2003, IS MONDAY, MAY 12, 2003. PERSONS RECISTS?INC AFTER 5 O'CLOCK IN THE EVENING ON MONDAY, MAY 12, 2003, ARE NOT ELIGIBLE TO VOTE AT THE REGULAR SCHOOL ELECTION. To register, visit any Secretary of State branch office or your country, city or township clerk's office. Persons planning to register with the respective county, city or township clerks must ascertain the days and hours on which the clerk's offices are open for regis­ tration. This Notice is given by order of the board of education. Kim A. Selieck Secretary Board of Education please ADDENDUM take further NOTICE that the Regular Biennial Election of Grand Rapids Community College Michigan will be held In conjunction with the Regular School Election. NEWEST CITIZEN I do not know that any graves have been bought by the village in this transac­ tion. I hope not. I just had questions and I would have pointed out such things as the article in the May 28. 2002. Sun and News de­ scribing Caledonia Town­ ship Clerk Pat Snyder pro­ ducing groups of "tattered scrolls containing minute handwritten information that represents the burial lots of hundreds of people to sup­ port her plea for new maps." Perhaps building roads through these cemeteries carries multiple risks, be­ sides being repugnant. I did tell the council the Sun and News reported the township is aware there is water as little as four feet underground in this ceme­ tery. I would say less than that during rainy periods, and that any attempts to bring in heavy equipment in that narrow 40-foot strip, a couple of feet or less from crypts, stands an unaccept­ able risk of damaging those crypts, and causing ground water contamination with embalming fluid residues among other concerns, let alone the indignity of dis­ rupting these graves. I have a well for my water supply. Most of us have wells for water. I do not be­ lieve the local residents of Caledonia want their water contaminated with toxins from the deceased. I will ask the Department of Natural Resources and other agencies about possi­ ble contamination getting into the adjacent Emmons Lake and Emmons Creek. Perhaps they can forecast possible cleanup costs that the village and township can share if there was such a breach, not to forget that the township owns the cemetery and contributed Si.000 to the purchase of the property, so the) should be able to share the burden of foresee­ able defects. About the high water ta­ ble. Mr. Penfold said they’ll just have to put down two feet of gravel before they put in the road. What road? He earlier had indicated there was no road planned. Those wishing to honor and pray for their loved ones this Memorial day at Lake­ side Cemetery should not let the ignorance of some local leaders impede them. Think of the meaning and value of a cemetery and how such places should be treated with dignity and respect. These places, where we rest our loved ones, shed our tears and pray to God al­ mighty. are not meant for building roads to grab a quick burger and a beer, to throw trash, to let dogs run loose to relieve themselves, to have people wandering through all hours of night they are meant for a higher cause. Kevin Bueckman, Caledonia Developer's plans, from pg. 13 changes have been imple­ mented. Zylstra said he favored "marginally increasing" the BOY, Zackary Thomas, density for zones defined as born at Borgess Hospital high density multi-family April 2, 2003 to Matt and residential housing. He said Amy Standish of Mid­ nice townhouses could dleville. Weighing 9 lbs. 3 achieve a density of eight ozs. and 21 l/2 inches long. units per acre. Proud grandparents are Some commissioners said John and Kathy Mugridge of they wanted to hold the line Middleville, Marjorie Stand­ at 6.2 units per acre. It was ing and the late Arthur Stan­ pointed out that Jim Brown, dish of Wayland. the township attorney, had said he thought the 6.2 maximum density in the most intense residential housing zones could be de­ fended in case of litigation. Call 945-9554 to place your Sun & News ACTlON Ad & reach over 11,000 area homes every week! CHARTER TOWNSHIP OF CALEDONIA COUNTY OF KENT, MICHIGAN PUBLIC NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that on May 19, 2003 at 7 00 pm. the Planning Commission of the Charter Township of Caledonia will hold a public hearing at the Caledonia Township and Village Hall, 250 South Maple Street, Caledonia, Michigan on the application of James Steketee tor the rezonmg of lands from the Planned Unit Development District in accor dance with the Final Development Plan of the M-37 Business Park East PUD and the A Agricultural District, to the C-2 General Business District Such lands are located at approximately 7350 Broadmoor Avenue. S E . and are legally described as follows Part of the Southwest 1/4, Section 8. T5N, R10W, described as commencing at the South 1/4 corner of said Section 8, thence S88°51’19"W 45 25 feet along the South line of said SW 1/4 thence N00o10'5TW 350 00 feet parallel with the East line of said SW 1/4 thence S88’5119"W 635 95 feet to the East Ime of Broadmoor Avenue (M-37) thence N26’59’39'W 143 73 feet along said Eas’ line, thence N87°48’18'E 10 30 feet thence N02e42'18’E 646 00 feet' thence S88°10'18’W 22 65 feet to the place of beginning of this description thence S88*10'18’W 343 30 lee! to the East line of Broadmoor Avenue (M-37). thence Northwesterly 1502 02 feet along said East hne on a 43 1 55 48 foot radius curve to the left the chord of which bears N28*35'20rW 1501 85 feet thence S59*l608*W 2 51 feet along a jog m the R O W width of Broadmoor Avenue (M-37) thence N29*33'50”W 215 90 feet along the East line of Broadmoor Avenue (M-37), thence S88=58'29‘E 352 75 feet along the North line of said SW 1/4 of Section 8 thence S28°35‘20'E 1708 97 teet to the place of beginning Caledonia Townsh^j Kent County Michigan AH interested persons may attend the public hearing and be heard with regard to the requested rezonmg Written comments concerning the proposed rezonmg may be submitted to the Township office at the above-stated address up to the time of the public hearmg Dated Apni 25. 2003 PLANNING COMMISSION OF THE VILLAGE OF CALEDONIA 324 �The Sun and News. Mridtevdle. Ml/Apnl 29. 2003/Page 15 Caledonia's annual school election slated for lune 9 Editor’s Note: The fol­ lowing story appeared in the April 22 edition of the Sun & News, but was published out of sequence. The entire article is reprinted here. by Cathy Rueter Staff Writer The Caledonia Board of Education last week offi­ cially noted that the annual school election will be held Monday, June 9, with two, four-ycar scats on the board up for election. Running for the two openings are incumbents Robert Bcrgy and Dennis Atkinson and challenger Steve Zoet. Bcrgy is currently serving as board president. Atkinson is currently serving as vice president. He was elected last year to fill a scat va­ cated when Dan Clark re­ signed due to moving out of the Caledonia district. Zoet ran unsuccessfully for a scat on the Caledonia School Board last year. As always, the polls will be open at 7 a.m. and close at 8 p.m. on the day of the election. Write-in candidates must file a declaration of intent on or before 4 p.m. Friday, June 6. Look for further in­ formation about the election and the school board posi­ tions and candidates in fu­ ture issues of the Sun and News. Voting locations are as follows: • Precinct #1, Caledonia High School Commons, for all territory of the school district south of 84th Street. • Precinct #2, Kettle Lake School, for all territory of the district north of 84th Street and east of the Thor­ napple River. • Precinct #3. Dutton School, for all territory of the district north of 84th Street and West of the Thor­ napple River. In other business at its April 15 meeting, the school board: • Approved payment of $99,756.74 for site work at the Kraft and 92nd Street intersection. Kent County has promised to reimburse $87,196.24 to the district. During the meeting, board member Kristy Sherlund asked for clarification by noting that Caledonia’s pay­ ment actually won't be nearly $100,000. “So that’s (a little over) $12,000 for the record,” commented Sherlund. District Business Man­ ager Judi Dean explained that the payments for the work would be written through the district with Kent County later providing reimbursement. This seems to be a way for the district to monitor payments. A statement of change or­ der from Gary Delger (pro­ nounced Deljer), director of operations, explained the matter further. “The Kent County Road Commission has agreed to a plan for our new high school entrance and the rebuilding Stagecoach Park rules established by Patricia Johns Staff Writer As the dedication day nears for Stagecoach Park on Saturday, May 31, more interest has been expressed about renting the gazebo for weddings. In response, members of the Middleville Village Council last week approved setting rates of $100 for resi­ dents and $200 for non-resi­ dents. No alcohol is allowed in the park and those renting the area must realize that the park remains open. Access to the Paul Henry rhornapple Trail also must be available. The landscap­ ing contract was approved and landscaping should be completed by dedication. The final work on the park­ ing lot also should be com­ pleted soon. Village Manager Bryan Gruesbeck reported that the village should receive 3 per­ cent less in revenue sharing from the state this year be­ cause of Michigan’s budget troubles. “I think we should be OK with our budget since we an­ ticipated the reduction,” he said. Construction has begun on the State and Russell in­ tersection. Construction also continues on Arlington Court. According to the vil­ lage engineer, Steve Wil­ liams, “We are waiting for the final decision on where to put the road up to M-37. We are meeting with De­ partment of Transportation representatives to agree on where the 90-degree turn should be. The board also approved paving Arlington Street to the village limit as part of this project. The Thornapple Area Parks and Recreation Com­ mission has begun the bid process for Riverside Park. This is directly across the river from the village hall, from the canoe launch to the bridge. In other business, last Tuesday evening, the coun­ cil approved a commemora­ tive cancellation stamp to be used by the post office on May 31 only to mark the of­ ficial opening of Stagecoach Park. George French from the Thomapple Heritage As­ sociation will work with the Middleville Post Office on the project and there is no cost to the village. Wiliams will work on plans for possible restrooms to serve the park. According to Village President Lon Myers, “As the park gets more use, restrooms become more needed.” The council approved the appointments of Pat Hall and Lynn Stewart to the Zoning Board of Appeals and Charles Pullen and El­ don Newmyer to the Plan­ ning Commission. The vil­ lage is still seeking to fill vacancies on the ZBA, Plan­ ning Commission and Hous­ ing Commission. Anyone interested in learning about these open­ ings should contact the vil­ lage for more information. The next meeting of the Village Council will be at 7 p.m. Tuesday. May 13. CHARTER TOWNSHIP OF CALEDONIA COUNTY OF KENT, MICHIGAN PUBLIC NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that on May 5. 2003 at 700 pm, the Planning Commission of the Charter Township of Caledonia wil hold a pubic hearing at the Caledonia Township and Village HaB, 250 South Maple Street. Caledonia Michigan, on a proposed amend­ ment in the Charter Township of Caledonia Zonng Ordinance The proposed amending ordnance would add Section 22 to Township of Caledonia Ordinance No 03-5Z, pertaining to the Planned Unit Development District, so as to provide that Ordinance No. 03-5Z shall net appty to restoential planned unit developments that had been applied tor by the fihng a* required plans as of the effective date of Ordnance No 03-5Z Any such planned unit developments whch had been filed in the Township office at or pnor to such tme shall be consrtered under the terms of the pre­ vious planned unit development chapter provisions Ail interested persons may attend the pubic hearing and comment on the proposed amending ordinance Written comments may be submitted to the Townshp office, at the above-stated address, up to the time of the pubic hearing of the Kraft and 92nd Street intersection. To meet their requirements, we need to add site work...” • Received a recommen­ dation from Delger for for­ mal approval of a change or­ der for work to be per­ formed on the replacement high school due to state fire regulations. “The state fire marshal’s office has directed us to fill the deck flutes in the acous­ tical metal deck on top of smoke related or fire rated walls in the main gym area of the new high school. Cost for this is $23,517,62.” Delger explained that this work would make it so that no smoke could penetrate from one area to another. • Awarded the bid for spray booths in the replace­ ment high school to Royal Sheet Metal in the amount of $27,990. • Agreed to the hiring of Shannon Maxim as the ninth grade girls’ soccer coach. Resignations were accepted from Dustin McFarlan (boys’ track assistant coach) and Jim Reeds (CMS sev­ enth grade teacher). • Noted that graduation for the Class of 2003 was set for 7:30 p.m. on Thursday, May 29. All board members have indicated their plans to attend and participate in the to Gordon Usher. CHS band (from Decatur Public ceremony. • Granted recommenda­ Schools). Third-year probation was tions of tenure to CHS staff Kristen Gannon and Melissa granted to Susie Hall Walbridge; CMS staff To­ (CHS special ed). Kevin Renya Heaton. Jim Klompar- menap (CHS) and Shelley ens. Rory Robertson. Re­ Gibbons (CMS). Elementary becca (Stauffer) Bravata and staff granted third-year pro­ Rebecca Wenger Caledonia bation were from Caledonia Elementary staff Amy (De- El. Jessie Hancock and Kim nOtter) Paoletti and Mary Fletcher; from Dutton. Hoekstra (also Dutton Chris­ Tracy Wanamakcr. Karlenc tian); and Dutton Elemen­ (Hantle) Pitts. Lori Coff­ tary staff Michelle Ehrhardt. man. Suellen Claflin and Also granted tenure were Marjorie Terpstra (also Dut­ Dutton Christian shared time ton Christian): and from staff Jean DeVries and San­ Emmons Lake. Paul Wandra Struyk; Emmons Lake less. Elementary staff Todd De­ Fourth-year probation Jong. Todd Holstege. Jenny was granted to CHS staff King and Candace Price: Pam Carpenter. James Kettle Lake staff Kelly Crites, Kelly Gray and Dan­ Clark. Douglas DeRuyter ielle Ralston; Thomas and Kelly (Rodgers) O’Brien from alternative ed. LaCroix. Joseph (Tony) Signori from • Granted second-year CMS and Melissa DeHorn probation to Brett Knoop from Cal El; Dutton El staff (CHS phys ed). Elizabeth Kerry Fernandez (also spe­ Sorsen (Dutton/TMI). Joyce cial cd) and Julie Nixon; and Stanley (Cal El). Lori Baker Emmons Lake staff Scott (Emmons Lake reading), Carpenter. Michelle Hazen (Emmons Continuing tenure was Lake), Jerry Keron and granted to two teachers who Kaye (Weaver) Kenyon both attained tenure status in a from CHS, Kate Bearss) previous Michigan Public Favre from CMS, Carol School district. Scott Eldred Lenger (Emmons Lake/LD) (CHS/spccial cd. Wyoming and Jean Lewis (Cal El Public) and Joan Wallace Spanish). Continuing scc- (Cal El. Plymouth-Canton ond-year tenure was granted Public). CHARTER TOWNSHIP OF CALEDONIA COUNTY OF KENT, MICHIGAN PUBLIC NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that on MAY 19, 2003. at 7:00 pm, the Planning Commission of the Charter Township of Caledonia will hold a public hearing at the Caledonia Township and Village Hall. 250 South Maple Street. Caledonia. Michigan, concerning ordinances to amend the Zoning Ordinance of the Charier Township of Caledonia. The principal provisions of the proposed amending ordinances are the following: 1. Proposed Amending Ordinance No.1 This ordinance amends Chapter IV, Zoning Districts, so as to list recently adopted districts and to make other minor amendments Chapters V. VI, VII, VIII and X, covering the A Agricultural District, the R-R Rural Residential District, the R-1 Low Density Single Family District, the R-2 Medium Density Single Family District,t the R-3 Medium Density Multiple Family District and the F Flood Plain District are also amended in pari, including amendments in permit­ ted uses, special land uses, district regulations and minimum required conditions In the case of the F Flood Plain District, certain definitions are to be deleted from that dis­ trict but are to be included in Chapter II of the Zoning Ordinance 2. Amending Ordinance No. 2 This ordinance would amend Chapters XI, XII, XIII and XIV, covering the C-1 Neighborhood Business District, the C-2 General Business District, the 1-1 Light Industrial District arid the 1-2 Industrial District, respectively The amending ordinance sets forth amendments in these zone districts with respect to per mitted uses, special land uses, district regulations, minimum required conditions and other matters. 3 Proposed Amending Ordinance No. 3. This ordinance amends Chapter XVI, cov­ ering special land uses, in its entirety. The amended provisions include the intent and purpose of special land use provisions, procedures for applications and public hear­ ings; standards for considering special land uses and minimum design standards for each of the special land uses available for consideration and approval in each of the zone districts of the Township. Other amended provisions include expiration of special land uses, reapplication for special land uses and other provisions 4. Proposed Amending Ordinance No. 4. This ordinance amends Chapter II, per taining to definitions; Chapter III, covering general provisions, and Chapter XXIX on site condominiums. Various definitions in Chapter II are revised and additional defini­ tions are included. In Chapter III, there are proposed amendments in general provi­ sions pertaining to single family dwellings; lot width to depth ratio, building setbacks, lake access and frontage; site grading; mobile homes and manufactured homes and other general provisions The amending ordinance also includes new Chapter XXIX, pertaining to site con­ dominiums. The provisions include the procedures for approval of site condominiums by the Planning Commission and Township Board; the standards for approval of site condominiums; revisions in approved condominium plans and other matters concern­ ing the review and approval of site condominiums Copies of the amending ordinances are on file in the Township office and may be reviewed by interested persons during Township office hours All interested persons may attend the public hearing and comment on the proposed amending ordinances Written comments can be submitted to the Township office, at the above-stated address, up to the time of the public hearing Dated April 25, 2003 PLANNING COMMISSION OF THE CHARTER TOWNSHIP OF CALEDONIA Dated April 7, 2003 PLANNING COMMISSION OF THE CHARTER TOWNSHIP OF CALEDONIA 322 323 �Page 16/The Sun and News. Middleville. Ml/Apnl 29. 2003 TK softball tops at Hastings Invitational by Brett Bremer Sports Editor Everything finally came together for the TK varsity softball team in Hastings over the weekend. The pitching was there. Big hits came at the right time. And the Trojans even played solid defense in win­ ning the Hastings Invita­ tional. TK headed into the top of the sixth inning of Satur­ day’s championship game against Hastings with the score tied at 6 and pushed across three runs and held on for the 9-6 victory. “The girls just played an outstanding game." said TK Coach Tammy Olmsted. “They never gave up. They always believed. I’m pleased with the way we’re playing now." Lacey Patterson started TK’s Gina Niemchick races in to pick up a little roller in front of third base against Hastings on Saturday. (Photo by Brett Bremer) Synopsis of Minutes VILLAGE OF MIDDLEVILLE SYNOPSIS VILLAGE OF MIDDLEVILLE, Advertisement $4.95/mo Internet? 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Michigan in the Council Chamber of the Village Hall Members present Mr Floyd Bray Mrs Dorothy Corson, Mr William Kenyon, Mr Michael Lytle, Mr Lon Myers, Mrs Marilyn VandenBerg Member absent Mr Charles Pullen Minutes of the March 25, 2003 meeting were approved as corrected The Agenda was approved as written ACTIONS TAKEN 1 Adopted Resolution #03012, Temporary Suspension of Enforcement for Trash, Litter or Junk Ordinance During Spring Clean Up on a motion made by Mr Lytle and supported by Mr Kenyon Roll call vote resulted in all Ayes 2. Approved the invoices dated April 04, 2003 in the amount of $34,760.15 on a motion made by Mr Lytle and supported by Mrs VandenBerg 3 Directed Staff to draft an ordinance to prohibit snowmo­ bile traffic in the Village on a motion made by Mrs VandenBerg and supported by Mr Lytle The motion earned 5-1 with Mr Kenyon voting against the motion 4 Approved purchase of a 2003 Ford F450 from Wayland Ford, for $31,070 75 on a motion made by Mr Bray and supported by Mr Lytle 5 Approved another dolling location on M-37 relative to the Crystal Flash groundwater cont­ amination monitoring on a motion made by Mr Bray and supported by Mrs VandenBerg 6 Adjourned the meeting at 7 53 p m on a motion made by Mr Bray and supported by Mr Kenyon Respectfully submitted, Rhonda L Fisk. Clerk The completed text of the min­ utes may be read at the Village Hall between the hours of 9:00 am and 5:00 pm Monday through Friday The Trojan team celebrates around their trophy after winning the Hastings Invitational on Saturday with a pair of victories over Delton and Hastings (Photo by Brett Bremer) the hitting off in the sixth with a double for TK. and eventually came around to score, after an infield single by Latisha Smith, on a sin­ gle by Gina Niemchick. Smith then came home on a Hastings error, and Cary Middlebush knocked Niem­ chick across with an RBI single. Niemchick was 3 for 4 with two RBI’s in the cham­ pionship, and Middlebush went 2 for 4 with a pair of RBI’s. Ashley Aspinall knocked a home run for TK in the ball game. Jen Burks picked up the pitching victory, and helped herself out at the late going 2 for 4 with an RBI. and stole first once. All together the Trojans had nine stolen bases in the game, and 18 in the two game tournament. The Trojans also stole nine bases in knocking off Delton in the teams’ opener 8-5. Melanie Warner picked up the win in that one, as the Trojans provided her with another good defensive ef­ fort (only 1 error). Niemchick was 2 for 3 in the contest with an RBI, and Patterson was 2 for 4 with 3 Call 945-9554 for Action-Ads CHARTER TOWNSHIP OF CALEDONIA COUNTY OF KENT, MICHIGAN PUBLIC NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that on May 19 . 2003. at 700 p m the Planning Commission of the Charter Township of Caledonia will hold a public heanng at the Caledonia Township and Village Hall, 250 South Maple Street Caledonia Michigan on the application of DenHartigh and Steketee Partners tor the rezomng of lands from the A Agricultural District to the R-3 Medium Density Multiple Family District Such lands are located at approximately 7400 Broadmoor Avenue S E . and are legally described as follows Part of the Southwest 1/4, Section 8. T5N. R10W, described as beginning at the S 1/4 comer of said Section 8 thence S88^119nW 45 25 teet along the South line of said SW 1/4. thence NOO’1O'51"W 350 00 feet paraMel with the East hne of said SW 1/4 thence S88’51 19*W 635 95 teet to the East line of Broadmoor Avenue (M-37) thence N26’50'39"W 143 73 feet along said East line, thence N87M8 18'E 10 30 feet thence N02a42’l8’E 64600 teet thence S88*1O'18"W 22 65 feet, thence N28’35‘20’W 1708 97 teet. thence S88‘5ff29‘E 1438 63 teet along the North hne of said SW 1/4 of Section 8 to the NW comer of Cherrywood Estates \Kent County Condominium Subdivision Plan No 4551 thence SOO’IO'51'E 1318 97 feet along the West hne of Chenywood Estates thence N88°54 54*E 100 00 teet along the South line of Cherrywood Estates, thence SOO°10'51’E 131887 feet along the East Une of sard SW 1.4 ot Section 8 to the placeot begnnmg, Caledonia Townsfwp Kent County. Michigan All interested persons may attend the public heanng and be heard with regard to the requested rezoning Written comments concerning the proposed rezonmg may be submitted to the Township office at the above-stated address up to the time ot the pubic heanng Dated Apnl 25 2003 PLANNING COMMISSION OF THE CHARTER TOWNSHIP OF CALEDONIA Ashley Aspinall gets ready to unleash a furious swing against Hastings. Aspinall got a medal after the championship for the home run ball against Hastings. (Photo by Brett Bremer) RBI. The Trojans rode the mo­ mentum from a couple of well played games at Wavland on Friday afternoon into Hastings. TK dropped the first game of the doublehcader Friday 11-2, but hung in through the second game, a "It was an outstanding game.” said Olmsted, but the Trojans only two errors in the game proved coally. “We were all fired up go­ ing into Hastings," said Olmsted, after the Trojans stayed tight with the Wild cats. The weekend games were a good improvement over Wednesday’s 4-0 loss to Calvin in which the Trojans were hurt by four errors. “I think we can beat them next time around,’’ said Olmsted. Subscribe to the HASTINGS BANNER and get all the local news. Call us at 945-9554 today. GREAT BASEBALL GREAT FANS. GREAT FUN BATTLE CREEK YANKEES Friday, May 2 "Ballpark Bingo" Saturday, May 3 "Free Baseballs" Kids join Knothole Gang - 8 Games $8.00 See the stars of tomorrow play today at C.O Brown Stadium www.bottlecreeltyankees.com • 269.660.2287 �The Sun and News. MiddleviUe. Ml/Apnl 29, 2003/Page 17 Hospital Purchasing Services plan OK’d by Patricia Johns Staff Writer A proposed site plan for Hospital Purchasing Serv­ ices- was recommended Monday night by members of the Thornapple Township Planning Commission. The company is moving from its location in Middleville be­ hind the Thornapplc Kitchen restaurant. The new facility has room for some growth, two levels and 81 parking spaces. The plan shows that the filling is only taking place on the unregulated wetland area, which will also include the storm water retention area. The regulated wetland at the back of the property will be protected. Pat Harrison thanked the company for being willing to hook up to municipal wa­ ter and sewer if it becomes available. Commission member Richard Reyff was assured that light from the parking lot will not shine in the eyes of motorists. The commission also ap­ proved a special use permit Week of Blue battles for improving Trojan golfers The Trojan varisty girls golf team accomplished an early season goal a couple of times last week. TK topped both Rogers and Comstock Park last Wednesday with a team score of 204, to Rogers’ 223 and Comstock Park's 262. Not only did the Trojans take two victories, but they kept their team score under 210, a mark that TK Coach Mark Verlindc said his team has been shooting for. Lindsey McKee led TK with a 46, followed by Tif­ fany Forbes Missty Welker who each shot a 52. Lindsey VandcnBcrg added the Tro­ jans fourth score, a 54. “The match at Comstock Park was our best match so far. Lindsey McKee Advertisement $4.95 /mo Internet? By David Stowers There is a great company in the area called Netpenny.net. Netpenny.net offers fast, reliable, and extremely inexpensive dial-up Intcrent access to our commu­ nity for only $4.95 a month, they have no contracts, no set up fees and they don’t even require a credit card - With the cost of Internet for most fami­ lies in our area running in excess of $19 95 or more per month, it's refreshing to know that we have a highquality/low-cost alternative For more info go lo www.netpenny.net or call them loll free (888) 248-7239. played an outstanding round and Missty Welker shot a 52 for the second match in a row. We are playing more consistently now,” Verlindc said. “We finally put four good scores together in the Coopersville match.” Monday. April 21, the Trojans topped the Coopers­ ville Broncos while also scoring under their recent goal, 208 to 294. McKee led TK with a 50. Forbes and Welker scored 52 in that match as well, while VgndcnBerg added another 54. “We will continue to work hard at practice. Hopefully, we continue to play well, when we face the first and second place teams in ihe league.” said Ver­ lindc, speaking of Hamilton and Godwin. TK took on Godwin and Belding on Monday after­ noon trying to improve on its 6-3 record overall. Monday, April 14. the Trojans faced the same pair, topping Belding but finish­ ing one point behind the Wolverines. On that day. the Trojans were led by Forbes’ 48, which was followed up by Vandenberg (53). McKee (55), and Sarah Wolf (57). The Trojans host the Hawkeyes, along with Cal­ vin Christian, on Wednes­ day at Yankee Springs. TK also split the first time they met up with the Hawkeyes and Squires. Monday April 14. topping Calvin (243), but finishing behind Hamilton’s 210 with a 23 Lie 231. Vandeberg led TK that day with a 53, followed by McKee (57), Welker (60), and Forbes (61) Amnesty Week dates planned at TK Library The Thornapple Kellogg School and Community Li­ brary began an Amnesty Week on Monday, April 28. It ends Friday, May 2. Patrons who return late materials during this week will not be charged fines. Some confusion has oc­ curred due to the recent changeover to the LakeNet system. Sue Postema says, “We hope this amnesty week will allow everyone a fresh start.” The hours of the Thornap- pie Kellogg School and Community Library are Mondays, Wednesdays and Fridays from 7:30 a m. to 4 p.m. and Tuesdays and Thursdays from 7:30 to 8 p.m. For more information about the amnesty program, call the library at 795-5434. for John Luepnitz for a home occupation at 7490 Moe Road. Luepnitz will be doing finish carpentry work. His application met the re­ quirements of the ordinance. The ad hoc Fensco Com­ mittee will arrange a meet­ ing with Darryl Fenstermacher to discuss his plans and whether he has met the re- quirements of the forbear­ ance agreement before the asphalt plant on Patterson Road can go into operation. If all the required paper work is in order, it will be brought to the May 19 meet­ ing for review by the entire commission. Planner Geoff Moffat will continue work on the master plan with new chapters, be­ ginning with the June meet­ ing. He also reported that the M-37 corridor commit­ tee will be meeting May 9. The next meeting of the Thornapple Township plan­ ning commission w ill be at 7 p.m. Monday. May 19. in the township hall. GREENHOUSE Cherry Valley West Michigan's Most Inspiring Retail Gardening Experience! OPEN HOUSE Sat., May 3rd • 9 am - 6 pm Refreshments and Basket Sale ^Children’s Play Area For your shopping convenience! 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Kaechele says that he Caledonia traveled to Hastings Friday night and likes the way Defouw has played a double header, los­ been pitching since moving ing the first game 5-4 then up from JV. “Lauren and Kristen are picking up the win in the both sophomores and are second 9-7. “Caledonia played their doing a great job and will best games of the season so continue to get better.” Julie Wicks had a great far against Hastings.” said Coach Tom Kaechele. “Our game at the plate going 3 for pitching was outstanding 4 in the first game and 3 for and our defense played 3 in the second. Also lead- 616 E Main St. The family suggests memorial contributions be made to Peace Reformed Church Building Fund. Arrangements were made by Matthysse-KuiperDeGraaf Funeral Home. Caledonia. BLACK TOPSOIL Screened or Unscreened Sand, Gravel, Crushed Concrete DOZER WORK Stumps, Clearing, Driveways 269-795-7830 -J Wayland topped the TK varsity girls soccer team on Friday night 3-0. The Trojans continue to play good defense, but have struggled this season to get the ball past opposing goal keepers. "The TK ladies did a great job and played really well, but just could not get the ball into the back of the net. The girls did a great job of passing and moving the ball around.” said Trojan Coach Jason Clinton. “They also played a solid game of defense.” Megan Finkbeiner, Tif­ fany Thaler, Sarah Near, and Denise Weeks held down the defensive end for TK. after the loss of senior de­ fensive player Melisa Potts. TWO REASONS UfT TO BUY MOW! □ 1^ MONDAY SATURDAY 1 ^^3 ^^2 ^^5 REASON REASON ^^8 27 7 X 8 29 suffered a tough loss to Sparta. 18-17. The Scots jumped out to a 4-0 lead in the first inning. Sparta then added two in the second. Caledonia's pitchers struggled in the game, giv- three of them losing one by one run and winning one by two runs and one by one run." “We will continue to get better the more we play and learn to stay focused and finish the game.” Kaechele said. ing up 18 walks. Offensively the Scots managed 19 hits. “We committed two er­ rors that led to six unearned runs, and with the walks it was too much for us to over­ come.” said Kaechele. Trojan netters still look to start a roll Wicks continued her hot bat in the win against Reeths Puffer with a double, and driving in two runs. Cargill contributed two RBI's and Bri Hormel and Danielle Romeyn each had one. Last Wednesday the girls TK ladies can’t find offense against ‘Cats Gerald E. Vander Velde FLORIDA Gerald F Vander Velde passed away March 20. 2003 in Florida. In memory of Jerry, there will be .1 visit,Ilion tor lami ly and friends Friday. Mas 2. 2003 from 6-9 p.m at the Malthyssc Kuiper DeGraaf Funeral Home (Caledonia), ing the Scots offensively were Meagan Cargill. Shelby King, and Danielle Romeyn. The Scots also won their first game at the Whitehall tournament on Saturday. 9-8 over Reeths Puffer, with Lauren Hanna picking up the win in relief. Caledonia then lost the next two games to Hesperia and Whitehall. “We played five games in two days and our kids aren't used to that type of playing yet.” said Kaechele. “We played the kind of ball I know we are capable of in 30 Additional $1,000 for GM Employees and their family Ashley Richards also did a great job of defense for TK, said Clinton. Rachel Clinton had 19 saves for TK. TK finally broke through in the scoring department Monday, April 21, against Grand Rapids Union, gain­ ing a 3-0 victory. “The girls came out strong and put the pressure on Union with 14 shots on goal,” said Clinton. Union’s goal keeper did a great job as the last line of defense, keeping the score 0-0 at half time. In the second half, TK kept up the pressure with the help of its goalkeeper’s fresh legs. Rachel Clinton moved into an offensive position in the second half and scored two goals for TK. The first on a direct free kick that she put in the upper corner over the goalie. Her second came off a cross that ended up rolling up and over the keeper. Amber Steorts picked up the third goal of the after­ noon for TK. The Trojan record was 25 overall heading into Mon­ day’s matchup with South Christian. The rest of the week, the Trojans have a home contest with Byron Center on Wednesday, then visit G.R. Catholic Central on Friday. Brad Bender moved up to first singles for the Trojan varsity tennis team last Friday against Hamilton, and he picked up the team's only victory. (File Photo by Perry Hardin) The Trojan varsity tennis team was hoping to be start­ ing a roil right about now. Coach Larry Seger said that the Trojans match against Hamilton was the “one 1 though would turn our season around.” Instead, playing without its injured first singles player, the Trojans fell to the Hawkeyes 6-2. Brad Bender moved up from second singles to take over the first spot and got one of the Trojans’ only two wins, a 6-3, 6-3 victory. Chad Brice and Jordan Rock teamed up for the Tro­ jans other win. It took them three sets but they disposed of their Hawkeye opponents 5-7, 7-6, 6-1. The first doubles team of Randy Tobias and Dave McAllister and Jamie Beck* ering at third singles each pushed their opponents three sets before falling. Beckering picked up the Trojans only win last week Wednesday against Com­ stock Park. Beckering, at fourth sin­ gles, was a 6-4, 6-2 winner. This time it was Kyle McClure at second singles, and the fourth doubles team of John Herring and John Smith pushing their foes to three sets before coming up on the short end of the slick. As a team the Trojans arc 0-4-1 this season. The Trojans took on Rogers Monday afternoon, and this Wednesday host Kelloggsvillc. This Saturday TK hosts the TK Incite be­ ginning at 8 am. BRUCE'S FRAME _ & ALIGNMENT TO SIXTY OB $3,000 BIOME ENDS BPBIL 3U™ (’Corvette Rebate $2,000) • Complete Frame Repair • Professional Color Matching Loaner Cars • Front End Alignment • Collision Repair • Glass Repair call... (616) 795-9596 All Makes and Models All Insurances Welcome Bruce Bender Bill Seif Chevrolet Buick WWW t>U>»wlcnert)wcKca<n S M-17 P. HASTINGS • 415 2nd Street Middleville �The Sun and News. Middleville. Ml/April 29. 2003/Page 19 Looking For a PRINTER? 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Michigan 48813 (517) 543-4041 FOX (517) 543-2272 �Page 20/The Sun and News, MtddlevUle Ml/Apnl 29. 2003 Trojan tracksters get back on winning track After suffering an O-K Blue loss to Hamilton early last week, both of the Trojan track'and field teams re­ sponded to top Coopersville on Thursday. The Trojan boys swept the relays and got a pair of victories in the 100m dash (10.9) and the 200m dash (22.89) from Darrin Tape as TK worked its way to a 7661 victory. Scott Brooks fin­ ished second behind Tape in each of those races. Jordan Hartley scored points for the Trojans with a first place leap of 6’ in the high jump, and a third place finish in the 110 hurdles, which teammate Steve John­ son won. TK’s other individual first came form Justin VanSpronsen in the long jump (19’5.5”). VanSpronscn also scored in third place in.the high jump at 5’10. Ryan Adams picked up points for TK with a second in the shot at 42’11. Tim Brog finished second in both the 1600m (5:03.19) and the 3200m (10:50.98). In the 800m Joe Brown leaned in to get the Trojans an extra point, and the Tro­ jans a second from Derek Richards in the pole vault at 10’. The match up was just as tight with Hamilton earlier TK’s Jordan Hartley rises over the bar to a victory in the high jump on Thursday against Coopersville. (Photo by Brett Bremer) Jessica Stortz leads the front pack in the 1600m on Thursday with teammate Natalie Hoag not far behind. (Photo by Brett Bremer) in the week, as the Trojans lost 71-66. The Trojans again won nine of the 17 events, but Hamilton had a little too Written Labor Warranty Quality work at competitive prices Senior Citizen Discounts high jump and the 100m hurdles. Miller took the 100m hur­ dles in 16.49. and Elise Ny­ land was the long jump champ with a leap of 4'8”. Saturday. April 19. the Trojans took the top spot at the Dale Scheerhorn Relays hosted by Godwin Heights, over Hamilton in second place 106 to 100. The Trojans earned first in the shot put from Erica Peschel and Julie Bergakker. TK took first in the long races, the 6400 relay team of Natalie Hoag. Nyland. Jayne Kennicott. and Stortz, as did the distance medley of Ken­ nicott. Miller. Stortz, and Hoag The shuttle hurdle team of • Miller. Sara Jansens. Aubrey Raymond, and Jessica Elaska also finished first, as did the 16<M)m relay team of Nyland, Bethany Kitzrow, Kersta Gustafson, and Licensed and Insured RESIDENTIAL ROOFING SPECIALIST Tear-offs & Re-roofs ALL STAR ROOFING much depth, especially in the 800m and 300 hurdles which the Hawkeyes swept. TK pulled out a sweep at the high jump pit, with Jor­ dan Hartley leading the way at 6’2, followed by Justin VanSpronscn at 5*10, and Mark Rolison at 5’8. VanSpronscn also won the long jump at 21’. Tape again won both the 100m (10.9) and 200m (23.18), Brog took the 1600m (4:54.9), Johnson took the 110m hurdles (15.9), and Steve Allen cap­ tured the 400m at (52.77). TK Girls Call us for a free Professional Estimate (616) 877-4253________ It was also a close defeat Stortz. Advertisement Darrin Tape rushes to a victory in the 100m dash on Thursday against Coopersville. (Photo by Brett Bremer) for the TK girls against Hamilton last week, 75-62. TK took one-two in the 300m hurdles, with Aubrey Raymond running a 51.1, and Theresa Miller running it in 51.9. TK was one-two in the JntriHiucing... Ed’s New Complete Auto & Truck Glass Service! Quality Auto Glass 800m as well where Emily Nyland led the pack in 2:33.5, ahead of teammate Jessica Stortz at 2:36.9. The Trojans won the 1600m relay and the 3200m relay, but their only other in­ dividual firsts came in the See us for color copies, one-hour photo processing and all your printing needs. 1351 N. M-43 Hwy., Hastings. 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The other two first place teams for the Scots were the shot put relay team of Leslie Radar and Janine Wilson, and the high jump relay team of Maxey and Slot. With a 93-44 win over Unity Christian on Thurs­ day, the Caledonia girls im­ proved their season dual re­ cord to 5-0. and remain the leaders in the O-K Gold. Placing first for the Scots in field events were Leslie Radar with the shot (32’7), Maxey in the long jump (15’3), the pole vault 10’, and the high jump (5’), Mindy Bode with the discus Becca Busfield ran to a pair of 800m wins last week in O-K Gold matches for the Scots. (File photo by Perry Har­ din) Erin Mitteer took the 100m dash in 16.8. Slot won the 400m dash in 1:04.6. Carrie Nelsen won the 1600m in 5:56.4. Becca Busfield took the 800m in 2:31.6, and Kristina McCleve won the 3200m in 13:18.9. Caledonia also won the 3200m relay and the 1600m relay against Unity. The Scots fourth win of the season came last Mon­ day against Wyoming Park. 94-43. 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At the gray barn boot camp is “Battle Stations.” This exercise gives recruits the key skills and confidence they need to graduate and take to the fleet. “Battle Stations” has been designed to galvanize the basic warrior attributes of sacrifice, dedication, teamwork and endurance in each recruit through the practical application of basic Navy skills and the core val­ ues of Honor, Courage and Commitment. Its distinctly ‘Navy’ flavor was designed to take into account what it means to be a Sailor. Conrad is a 2002 graduate of Thornapple Kellogg High School. 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Athlete of the week Thornapple-Kellogg High School (Middleville) Track Trojan Darrin Tape crossed the line first twice last week in the 100m dash at 10.9 seconds, dur­ ing the conference duals for the TK varsity boys’ track and field team. Tape also won the 200m dash in each meet, crossing the line at 22.89 against Coopersville, and 23.18 against Hamilton. 111 N. Main St. The 4695 Middleville Rd. Nashville, Ml Lynn Denton M-37,Middie«ni«,Mi Agency 1-800-443-5253 517-852-2005 MAKING YOUR FUTURE MORE PREDICTABLE FARM BUREAU BINSURANCE YOUR ONE STOP WATER STORE Water Softeners, Iron & Odor Filtefy Purifed Print BEST PRICE, QUALITY, SERVICE �Page 22/The Sun and News, MiddleviHe. Ml/Aphl 29. 2003 Pace to take oyer position at Olivet Cal. AD tries to prove you can go home again by Brett Bremer Sports Editor Caledonia Athletic Direc­ tor Dave Price was continu­ ing to prepare Friday morn­ ing for one of the biggest sporting events the Fighting Scots have ever hosted, the 2003 Michigan High School Athletic Association Divi­ sion II Track and Field Championships. It’ll be one of the last big projects Price coordinates in Caledonia. The 1968 Olivet College graduate is going home again after 24 years as a high school athletic direc­ tor at Rockford and now Caledonia, to take over as athletic director for the Comets. Price, a three-year letter winner for the Olivet foot­ ball team, started as AD in Caledonia in 2001. He said he told the ad­ ministration he wanted to end his career in public edu­ cation at Caledonia. It is a little sooner than expected, and under a little different circumstances, but this was a chance he couldn’t pass up. “There’s a lot of connec­ tions there,” says Price. It's where he met his wife, and where his eldest son graduated. "A lot of personnel down there arc alumni that I have connections with. 1 got calls Dave Price will be leav­ ing his job as Caledonia’s athletic director to take over the position at his alma mater, Olivet Col­ lege, beginning July 1. from people all across the country encouraging me to take the job.” “My career in high school wasn’t aimed at college. I’m doing this for myself, and my family.” Caledonia will be looking for its fifth AD in six years. “Being an athletic director at a high school is a de­ manding job,” Price said. “It demands a lot of time, and it demands a lot of skills. You’re in front of the public all the time, in front of visi­ tors, officials, the students, volved in athletics. “If we and fans.” truly believe that high “You’re not going to be school athletics are good for home a lot. Being at home kids, then we should get as and being an athletic direc­ many involved as possible,” tor are two things that don't said Price. The Scots have go hand-in-hand.” done that by joining co-ops Not that the next job will be any easier. to create opportunities in He says he’s not naive sports like swimming and enough to believe that this gymnastics. new job won’t take up just Price and a group of offi­ as much of his time, or that cials were heading to survey there aren’t entirely new the field Friday morning, to challenges ahead. find out what screws need “Winning is important. tightening, what needs a It’s not cause they're not fresh coat of paint, and what good people, and not ‘cause other improvements need to they’re not nice people, but be made for the Scots to winning championships is a host Track’s biggest day. big thing.” Price now faces He said he wanted to con­ the tasks that come with re­ tinue the “building of new cruiting. evaluating coaches, things” in the district. and handling a larger staff, While most of the outdoor as much as education, teach­ facilities are complete, the ing values, and providing new high school, scheduled opportunities for kids, which to be ready in 2004, will in­ were his main goals at Cale­ clude a new gymnasium. donia over the past two Price says he hopes that years. once the Scots enter that “Caledonia is a great new gym they will “set the place to work,” said Price. tone for starting a whole “I’ve worked in six different new tradition. The kids and districts in three states, and coaches can establish things this is the most pleasant, and that will be there for a long, most professional. The sup­ long time, and do it the right way.” port from the alumni and the board of education is out­ Caledonia athletic secre­ standing.” tary Judy Kaechele, who’s Two of Price’s main goals seen three AD’s and one in­ terim AD over the past six in coming to Caledonia were years, says that the school to help the school continue to provide more opportuni­ will miss his integrity the ties for kids to become in­ most. “He always did what’s best for the athletic program. He always did what’s best for the kids. 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(616)821 2379 (Middleville) �• Page 24/The Sun and News Middleville, Ml/Apnl 29. 2003 Scot netters 5-0 in Gold after win over Wayland in their only match last Pastte took the first set in a week, the Fighting Scot var­ tie breaker 7-6 (7), but then sity boys’ tennis team fell 4-6 in the second, in picked up another O-K Gold what Scot Coach Mike Wil­ win. son called “one of the most Caledonia knocked off exciting matches of the Wayland 5-3 to improve to year.” With the Scots down 4-3 5-0 in the league. The Scots led 3-2 with the in the third set, TePastte and Napper rallied to win the set third singles and first dou­ bles teams in their third sets. 6-4 and take the match. Kayle Hinkle at third sin­ The first doubles team of Mike Napper and Devin Te- gles took his first set 6-3, before falling in the second 2-6. Hinkle then won the third set 6-4 to secure the victory for Caledonia. Also winning for Caledo­ nia were fourth singles plaver Nate Stauffer (6-3. 61), the second doubles team of Tim Stouffer and Kyle Cilery (6-1, 6-0), and the third doubles pair of Mike Krieger and Matt Paarlberg (6-1. 6-4). Pair of O-K Gold wins sandwich loss to Lowell The Fighting Scot varsity Selke said she was also girls’ soccer team scored a impressed with the play of pair of conference wins last Deannc Warner. Erin Pcacy. week, to improve its record and Tricia Miedema in the in the O-K gold to 4-1. contest. Carlie Sanxter scored the The win followed a non-* only goal of the game, in the league loss to Lowell on second half, on Friday as the Wednesday night for the Scots knocked off South Scots. Christian 1-0. Lowell got two goals in Ellen Saxton assisted on the first half, while Caledo­ the goal for Caledonia. nia had a hard time convert­ Chelsea Farvcr saved a ing and controlling the shot later in the second half game. heading towards the Caledo* The Scots played much nia goal with her feet, “and better in the second half, essentially made a huge de­ said Selke. They were able fensive play to bring us to to shut [>owcll down, but the the win.” said Caledonia score remained 2-0. Coach Kate Selke. The shut out that started Josephine Oblmger re­ the week for Caledonia was corded the shut out in net for a 3-0 victory for the Scots the Scots. over Sparta. Caledonia's only goal of the first half came form Warner with 27 minutes on the clock. Sparta managed only one shot on Oblinger in the en­ tire first half. Twelve minutes into the second half Brooke Hendry scored a goal assisted by Tricia Miedema. Six minutes later, Warner scored her second goal of the game off a pass from Joy Miedema. The Scots will look to keep the conference winning streak when they host Hast­ ings on Tuesday, and visit Kenowa Hills Thursday. The Scots also have a home contest against East Lansing on Saturday. It’s a big week for the Scots this week in league play with contests at South Christian on Monday and Unity Christian on Wednes­ day. The Scots then visit Northview on Friday and will be at the TK Invita tional on Saturday in Mid dleville. Opponents’ unearned runs costly to Scots It was a tough week last in the contest, but left seven week for the Fighting Scot runners on base. varsity baseball team who Ward was two for two in lost three in a row. the contest with another tri­ The week ended with a ple. Bob Blakeslee, Matt doubleheader against Hast­ Cook, and Dennis Snyder ings on Friday night in each had one RBI for the which the Fighting Scots fell Fighting Scots. in both contests, 11-5 and 5The Scots dropped a third 3. O-K Gold contest last week, In the first game Greg to Sparta on Wednesday. Jousma pitched six innings Stu Kohl pitched six allowing only two earned strong inning allowing six runs as the Scots struggled runs, but only two of them on defense. Hastings scored were earned. He struck out nine unearned runs in the seven and walked just two contest, six of them in the Spartans. third inning with the help of Caledonia led the game 2two Scot errors, two walks, 1 going into the fifth inning and a hit batter. when Sparta scored four un­ Bob Blakeslee led the earned runs with two outs. Scot offensive attack going The Scots were able to 2 for 3 with two RBI's. push across a couple runs in Mark Ward knocked a tri­ the seventh to pull within ple, and Alex Cardinal a three, and had the tying run double for Caledonia. at the plate with one out. but The second game was couldn’t score again. much closer, as Ben Toth fakdonia had seven hits pitched an excellent game in the game, but left eight for Caledonia, giving up two runners stranded on base. earned runs on four hits. Stu Kohl had a pair of Toth struck out three batters. RBI’s and a double for Cale­ Caledonia had seven hits donia. Blakeslee was 2 for 2 with an RBI. and Jousma also pushed across a run with a double. The Fighting Scots host Unity Christian on Wednes­ day. then visit Cedar Springs for a doubleheader on Fri­ day. Subscribe to the HASTINGS BANNER and get all the local news. Call us at 945-9554 today. � https://barrycountyhistoryportal.org/files/original/25/713/SunandNews_2003-05-06.pdf 1d7c4eb3022e52a76b61a5f8370d3283 PDF Text Text ittMHKS PUBLIC UMMT Premiere of 'Spectrum' to honor Tad Thatcher by Patricia Johns Staff Writer The Thatcher family com­ missioned Anne McGinty to write a composition in honor of the late Dr. T. Thomas Massanari-Thatcher, D.O. who was known as Tad Thatcher during his school days at Thornapple Kellogg High School. "Spectrum” will be per­ formed for the first time at the May 18 TK spring band concert at 4 p.m. Thatcher graduated from Ihornapplc Kellogg in 1990 and from Adrian College in 1994. He attended medical school at Michigan State University and completed his internship and residency at Garden City Hospital in Garden City. Mich. In July 2001, one month before he was to begin his career as a family practice physician and five days shy of his 29th birthday, he was killed in an automobile accident. He is survived by his wife. Danielle, daughter Veda, his parents, sister Melissa and her husband, Todd Hohauscr-Thatcher, and son Elia. According to his dad. Duane, and mother, Pat, his greatest passion was music. Tad was a member of the symphonic and marching bands for four years in high school. He served as student band director for two years and received the John Phil­ lip Sousa Band Award dur- ing his senior year. He was also in four rnusi* cals in high school and ap­ peared as the male lead twice. He also received the drama award when he was a high school senior. He kept up his musical and dramatic interests through college and medical school. In addition, he sang in four bands. In high school he performed with “Splitting Headache” and “The Hush.” During college he performed with “The Rain” and in medical school he was the featured singer for “Freak.” He enjoyed listening to his large collection of com­ pact disks and composed his own lyrics. Because of these interests, his family chose to place his name on a concert band se­ lection that would be per­ formed by high school bands from across the United States. McGinty is an internationally-known com­ poser and recently finished a commission for the 200th Tad Thatcher anniversary of the West Point Military Academy. TK band director Ray Rickert says, “I was both honored and anxious to be directing the band that would be performing this piece for the first time. Ashley Dunn will play the euphonium solo dur­ ing the premiere of “Spec­ trum." r5! Students from the Alternative High School and volunteers from the Lee PTO worked with the Scoop to provide the annual sweet veat hx students “Duane Thatcher came to speak to the students about Tad and the music. This helped give meaning to the symphonic band students." Rickert explains that Tad was a euphonium (baritone) player and that the piece in­ cludes an extended euphonium solo. At the pre­ miere this will be played by sophomore Ashley Dunn. “It is very exciting to be part of the premiere," she says. “I believe that this piece will rank as one of McGin­ ty’s best compositions,” Rickert says. “It is very technical, one of the most difficult pieces we have ever played. It is very exposed and highly rhythmic. The melodic lines are passed quickly from one section to the next during the fast por­ tion of the piece and care­ fully interwoven in the slower elements." “The symphonic band and I are honored that the Thatcher family chose us to perform this piece for the first time. Duane Thatcher s advice and assistance in the transition process when I came to TK six years age was greatly appreciated. He is responsible for helping es­ tablish the great band tradi­ tion we arc so proud of in Middleville.” Following the band con­ cert on May 18 the Thatcher family will host a reception in the cafeteria. The family hopes that Tad’s friends and former classmates will at­ tend the concert and the re­ ception. In addition to commis­ sioning “Spectrum,” the family has established the Tad Thatcher Music Schol­ arship in memory of I. Tho­ mas Massanari-Thatcher. D O. This scholarship will be awarded each spring to an underclassman at IK planning to attend a summer music session such as Inter­ lochen or Blue Lake Fine Arts Camp Students plan ning to perform with an or­ ganization traveling to Europe would also quality for this scholarship. The scholarship is estab lished with the Thornappk Area Enrichment Founda­ tion. The Thatchers invite anyone who would like to contribute to this scholarship to send their donations to TAFF. PO Box IM, Mid dleville. 49333. Attn: lad Thatcher Music Scholarship Caledonia schools plans budget cut ideas forum by Cathy L. Rueter Staff Writer The Caledonia Board of Education in a special work­ shop April 26 scheduled a community forum for 7 p.m. Monday, May 12. at the Caledonia Middle School. "(Superintendent Douglas Busman) made a Power­ Point presentation and walked us through how we (could) make reductions (for the upcoming budget) to meet our reduced financial capacity for next year," said Caledonia District Business Manager Judi Dean. Another discussion is scheduled for the staff of the Caledonia District Thursday at 7 a.m. Busman, in a separate in­ terview, explained that Cale­ donia schools are likely to have to come up with budget cuts of roughly $1.2 million to offset a deficit due to state funding cuts and freezes. "We’ve been good stew­ ards (of the school system’s finances),” Busman said. "We’ve put money away for a rainy day. We’ve put money away for opening the new schools (the replace­ ment high school and sec­ ond middle school). But we don’t have any control over revenue. Even though we’ve put money away, we’re still going to be short. So why is the district an­ ticipating the shortfall'defi­ cit? "Much of our school funding or money to operate our schools, comes from Lansing," explained Super­ intendent Busman. "The [funding] money comes largely from sales tax (as a result of Proposal A passed in 1994). The Michigan economy is foundering, as it is in other states." To balance the budget, the governor has recommended a foundation grant freeze, as well as reducing the percentage of new stu­ dents that can be counted [for funding purposes]. The district can’t even expect a cost of living increase in state support under the freeze. "With even a modest 2% [cost of living] increase, that would be about a $500,000 increase, but we aren t get­ ting that," said Busman If the increase isn’t forth­ coming, funding for rising costs of running the district must be found elsewhere. "The state [currently] al­ lows an 80% count of new students [for funding pur­ poses). Under the [gove­ rnor’s] proposal being con­ sidered, only 50% of the new students will be counted. That will mean (ap­ proximately) a $250,000 loss for Caledonia." Another reason is the state won’t allow the district to go to the voters to gel more money to operate a new schiKil "You can bond for build­ ing, but you can’t add more (in the bond request) to open and run the school," ex­ plained Busman. "'The board has been putting money aside each year for this pur­ pose. We’ve set aside $35O,(XX) this year for next year. We’re hoping to have a million dollars saved to­ ward opening in 2004 so See budget cuts, pg. 11 In This Issue... • Construction moving along at TK • Summer taxes will be collected for state schools • Bulldozer helps stop field fire in Middleville • Four area seniors earn scholarships • Kettle Lake Elementary School teacher wins Lysol award �Page 2/The Sun and News. 2003 Four area seniors earn GFWC scholarships Ruth Perino and the Scholarship Committee of the General Federation of Women’s Clubs -Gun Lake area have announce the 2003 Senior Scholarship re­ cipients from the four high schools in the Gun Lake area. Four scholarships of $500 each were awarded to Rob­ ert Young of Wayland-Un­ ion, Heather Harville of Del­ ton-Kellogg. Thomas Schaafsma of Martin and Amanda VandenBosch of Thomapple-Kcllogg. The GFWC-Gun Lake Ciana - Experienced Since 1989 Mother's Day Gift Certificates Let Mom Enjoy the Experience I Heather Harville Thomas Shaafsma Amanda VandenBosch Robert Young Area club has been award­ ing senior scholarships for the past 19 years. Besides Perino, committee members include Gloria Cunningham. Donna Kiel. Fran Leonard. Marilyn Finkbeiner and Paula Geyer. “There were, as usual, a wonderful supply of worthy candidates”, said Perino, “and the committee did have a difficult time in the deci­ sion-making process.” Recipients are selected based on community and school involvement, leader­ ship in school/church/community, extra curricular ac­ tivities. and must be attend­ ing college in the fall. Funds for the scholarships are raised at the annual spring fund-raiser, an art ex­ hibit and dinner/theater. This year many of the club’s art scholarship win­ ners will be on hand to show their work along side the Bridge Street Gallery from Plainwell, Jefferson Street Gallery from Hastings and artists Rose Marie Redding and Dave VanderArk. The event is planned for Thurs­ day, May 15, at the Gun Lake Community Church. 12200 West M-179. The Middleville Village Players will perform “Last Will and Testament.” Dinner/Theater reserva­ tions are still available, no tickets will be sold at the event. Donation is $20 per person. Call Jean Medendorp at 795-2523 or Phyllis Pence at 795-3136. For event information contact chairs Bev Grashuis (6727424) and/or Harlenc Kok (792-4398). The following is sketch of the 2003 GFWC-Gun Lake Area Senior Scholarship re­ cipients: lete. performer with the Fol­ lies. volunteers wilh SADD. Festival of Trees. Food Bank of South Central Michigan. Adopt-a-Family coordinator and is a USAA National English Merit Win ner. She is a DARI role model. Hemophilia Christ mas volunteer. ARK Am bassador and she tutors in math and science. And this is only a partial list. "Her volunteerism, inter cst in church and commu nily, academic success and future plans bespeak of her leadership, maturity and the organizational skills she por­ trayed with her portfolio It made Heather the GFWC Gun Lake Area women s club choice from Delton Kellogg.’’ Perri no noted. • Amanda VandenBosch rs a senior at Thornapp/cKcllogg and has gamed her maturity through life's events, good and bad. She The Eevue Hie Verm< ntville I h «tl < r<m> presents Children‘s Musical Peter Pan at the Vermont* ille Opera House 211 S. Main SL {across from the fire station) May 9, 10, 11, 16, 17 & 18, 2003 Friday and Saturday at 7 pm and Sunday at 3 pm Adults $7; Seniors and Students $6; Children 12 and under $5 Tickets are available at the door or make reservations by calling 269.367.4455 or e-mail therevuel@yahoo.com 9185 Cherry Valley SE (M-37) Caledonia, Ml 49316 (616) 891-9000 New Showroom Open: • Heather Harville of Del ton demonstrates her strong sense of self, according to the interviewing committee. As a future Spartan attend­ ing Michigan State Univer­ sity, she will seek her degree in elementary education with a minor in Spanish “so that 1 am better equipped to teach children of different cultures.” Heather’s list of extra cir­ cular activities and leader­ ship roles makes one won­ der how she managed to carry a 4.0 grade point aver­ age for her whole high school career. She is an ath­ Continued next page Famous Flooring O I R S Mon., Th. 10-8; Tue., Wed., Fri 10-5:30; Sat. 9-3 Big Savings on Luxury Carpets by aroAtofi Perhaps never has saving money been quite so fashionable. All Carpets on Sale < CARPET' TilF«VIXVI.WOOD.IAMTX4I1 �The Sun and News. Middteviie Ml/May 6 2003/Page 3 From previous page will attend Central Michigan University and pursue a de*grce as an elementary teacher and/or counselor for children. Amanda had involved herself in many activities from sports, music, school involvement and community service. She is a Red Cross certified life guard; tutors in history, gave trumpet les­ sons and spent time on the student council. Some of Amanda’s com­ munity service included four years of time given to a sheltcr/restaurant called Degagc in Grand Rapids. Her volunteerism list is impres­ sive. Amanda lost her father two years ago, which was a life changing event for her. As a role model, her dad was “the kind of teacher who doesn’t think of teach­ ing as a job, but as some­ thing to enjoy and grow from as a person. My dad was a huge influence in my life and will never be forgot­ ten." "Amanda's determination comes through in her essay and says it all for us", said Fran Leonard, committee member. To quote Amanda. I will become that teacher who encourages every stu- HASTINGS 4 liMfrM. .1. ShowOn * Ml veninga Mon - Thura | llIllflBlll.it Stadium Seating Give* YOU dent to be all they can be. I will be that person who strove for the best and achieved it because of all my hard work.” • Robert Young, a senior at Wayland, this fall will be attending Grand Valley State University, where he will major in biology and hopes to become an effec­ tive field biologist one day. He also plans to run cross county and track for GVSU, where he can spend a lot of time outdoors. “I am fascinated by the many great things that hap­ pen outdoors, from plant and insect relationships to the re­ productive cycle of many animals” says Rob. His grade point average of 3.978, advanced placement classes, determination and leadership will also serve him in these endeavors. Rob has spent many hours involved with the youth group, as an usher and sound technician at the United Church of Wayland. He was involved in fundraising for Habitat for Hu­ manity and has taken mis­ sion trips to a Native Ameri­ can reservation in South Da­ kota to Pine Ridge and Mountain Top in Tennessee. Rob has been an American Youth Soccer Association official and Little League umpire His leadership has included being selected cap­ tain seven times in varsity sports. “A bright young man we have no doubt will succeed” commented Donna Keil, in­ terviewer. He is the son of David T. Young, editor of the Sun and News. Banner and Re­ minder. • Thomas Shaafsma will graduate from Martin High School and is already a refe­ ree for Rocket football and an umpire for Little League. He plans to attend Western Michigan University and major in physical education with a minor in history. Thomas would like to teach and coach at the secondary level and to carry on his referee and umpiring skills through college and beyond. Volunteerism is another important involvement in his life as well. His church youth group volunteers for the elderly in an activity he dubbed “rake and bake.” Leadership came from his involvement with the stu­ dent council, as editor-inchief of the yearbook and football team captain. “Thomas’ goals are not lofty, but sensible, sound and well though out,” Perrino said. “The club­ women couldn't be more proud of this candidate.” His interest in history came from his grandfather and coach, who also fostered his volunteerism. Thomas says he likes a small com­ munity where teamwork and a one-on-one atmosphere work best for him. Leonard, the club presi­ dent. invites the public to “come to the dinner/theater event ‘and meet these out­ standing students, view great art work displayed by the art scholarship winners, enjoy a great meal and play, and pick up the Gun Lake Area Business Directory, another source of scholar­ ship funds. Also, the tables decorated by club women is almost an event in itself.” TK Senior Parents meet Monday night OX2: X-MEN UNITED (PG-13) O THE LIZZIE MCGUIRE MOVIE (PG) ■u»i*Lvi*#aiM 12 30245 4 50 7 00 9 05 O IDENTITY u 12 40 3 00 5 00 7 20 »10 ANGER MANAGEMENT PG 13) 12 20 2 30. 4 40 7 10. 020 The Thornapple Kellogg senior parents will have their next meeting at 7 p.m. Monday, May 12, at McFall Elementary. This is the next to the last meeting where final discus­ sions will be held concern­ ing the seniors’ all-night party after graduation Sun­ day. June 1. If seniors have not re­ ceived their tickets, the cost is $25. Parents will be at the high school this month dur­ ing lunch hours to sell tick­ ets. All seniors will receive a free cookie. Those parents on the site decoration and casino com­ mittees will meet at Page Elementary at 9 a.m Satur­ day, May 10. and will travel to the site of the graduation party to see the place. Once the site visit is made, the group will make its final plans. The final meeting for all the parents of graduating seniors will be at 7 p.m. Thursday. May 29. at McFall Elementary. fflOVIE OUTPOST VIDEO SUPCRJTORC Glen Valley Retail Center M-37 891-9303 Mother & More meeting will focus on creating personal time Tending to families, work and busy work schedules of­ ten takes up all the time that moms can fit into a typical day, so the Middleville/Hastings Chap­ ter of Mothers and More will discuss “How to Create More Personal Time.” at its meeting Monday. May 12. There will be discussions on how and what to do when mothers are able to find some personal time. There also will be a skin care con­ sultant available to help pro­ mote making more personal time. Mothers and More is an international not-for-profit support network of mothers who are making the choice GET AIL THE NEWS OF BARRY COUNTY! to balance work and home Learning Place (lower life, whether they are work­ level). 420 Misty Ridge ing in paid employment or Drive. Middleville. Visitors staying home full or part are welcome to attend three time to care for their chil­ meetings prior to deciding to join the group. dren. Upcoming meeting topics The group offers yearround meetings held twice a include "Summer Activity month for mothers to lake Ideas for the Kids." “How’d time out for themselves, of­ You Meet Your Spouse?” fering mom-to-mom sup­ “Missing Work” and "Rela­ port. Mom s Night Out, e- tive Relations."' mail networking, newsletters Any moms in the region and separate activities for are encouraged to attend the the kids, including play­ meetings and activities. For groups and outings further information about Meetings typically are Mothers and More, please held on the second and call (269) 795-5242 or visit fourth Mondays of each the website at w ww mothermonth at 7 p.m. at Kids First sandmore.org. A season of Renewal starts at Contempo Salon. Subscribe to the Hastings Banner and get the latest on county government, sports, and more! Call 945-9554 for more information. MILLER MEANS... Middleville & Cun Lake Area Office 317 Arlington, Middleville, Ml Miller REAL ESTATE SOLD! HuMings Oflkr 149 W. Stale Street, HuMingv, Ml (269)945-5182 (269)795-3305 i.*rry A Herding < M. Kay Stolsonburg IHanne FeldpauM h (81 U. GR1CRS. Amm. 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Can t beat the price' dated area more’ This home features 3 bedrooms, up­ kitchen and bath. t»vmg room, dtnmg large htp roof barn w/toft and much Call Mark $109,000 FOR MORE MIDDLEVILLE, GUN LAKE AND CALEDONIA AREA PROPERTIES, PLEASE SEE OUR ADS ON PAGE 2 OF THE REMINDER, IN THE GRAND RAPIDS PRESS, THE HOMES DIGEST AND THE PENASEE GLOBE. �Page 4/The Sun and News. Middleville. Ml/May 6. 2003 TK Library starts summer reading program June 17 Stories, jokes, games and humor of all kinds in books, music and other materials will be featured at the Thor­ napple Kellogg School and Community Library summer reading program that starts next month “Laugh It Up @ Your Li­ brary” is open to people of 6 and under. 7 to 12. 13 to 17 and 18 and over. A variety of programs will be offered at 10 a.m. June 17 and 24. and July 9 and 22. The program will 9 a.m. to 8 p.m. The library is closed on Friday. The July 9 program will 2003 summer reading pro­ be presented by the Kalama­ gram. Sign-up sheets will be available the week of May zoo Nature Center. Each participant in the Reading very run for eight weeks during Program will be eligible for young to adult, with pro­ grams. prizes, story hours, a reading club and more. The regular public library hours. Monday and Wednesday from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. and prizes which will be distrib­ four age groups included are Tuesday and Thursday from all ages, the from A Living Church - Serving a Living Lord Morning Worship Fellowship Time Sunday School Evening Praise WEDNESDAY 9.30am 10 35 a.m. . 10 50 a m . .6 00 p.m. Family Night 6 30 p m 7240 6Hth Street. SE - Caledonia 2 miles eart of M-37 Pastor. Dr Brian F Hamon Youth Pastor Kevin Stiles Tfaghtitil7... C 0 M M U I I l Y 8 C H t I 8 a place to belong a place to become (Contemporary, Casual, Non-denominational) Sunday Mommg Wonhp 9 30 b 1100 am 6175 Broadmoor, Caledonia Rev Mu hael Stowell. Dad Pastor Rc\ David Moor Dad. Assoc. Paslo' Joe Ctpcic. Worship Dader Denny Houma, Youth Pastor Church Office 616-8914)287 Visit our web site www bright sidecxg CALEDONIA CHRISTIAN REFORMED CHURCH "A Church with a caring heart for our community and the world" Sunday Worship .......................... 9:30 a.m. and 600 p.m. (Child & Adult) (Dun ng the School Year) Rev. R. Scott Greenway, Pastor Keith Stulp, Youth Director Al Tiemeyer, Community Calling Church Office: (616)891-1512 M 37 at 100th St CALEDONIA HOLY FAMILY CATHOLIC CHURCH FIRST BAPTIST CHURCH OF MIDDLFMLLE M-37. north of Middleville • 795-9726 Brute N. Mewart. Senior Pastor Tim A. Vine. Asst Pastor Youth Douglas G. Beason. Visitation Pastor Gan Weaver. Musk Minister Pastor Dasid Stewart CE Children's Pastor Library, as well as at each addition, several large prizes will be awarded from corpo­ elementary and the middle 908 W Main Street (Missouri Synod) . 9 30 a.m. 11 00 a m 11 00 a m Worship Sunday School Adult Bible Class Rev E Anthony Sikora Church: (616) 795-2391 GRACE UNITED REFORMED CHURCH Proclaiming the Whole Counsel of God May 11th: "In the Family of God" . . B:30 aan aari 11O0 aj«. Worship SaratM* Sunday School *45 a m Coffee Fellowship IftXlam (Nursery Available Throughout! Res Norman Kohns • (616* 891 8167 Church Office: 616K9 1-8669 Fax 891 ♦www. akdoraaunu org 8146 68th St. neo? Whrtneyviie Ave Church School. Sunday 9 45 am Praise Singing IO 50 am Morning Worship 11OO am Wed Feltawstap x^1** ' 30 pm Pastor EG Frizzell Church Ph 616-868-6810 • Pastor i Ph 616-997-6740 1664 N M-37 Highway Middleville. Ml 49333 • 945 1555 Located near the corner of M J 7 and McCann Service Times: Sunday School 9:45 a.m Morning Worship...................................11 00 a m Evening Worship................................... 6.00 p m Youth Group:............................. 6:00 p.m. Sunday Midweek 7:00 p.m Wed 9 .30 a m Thurs. SgjNew Life N^fP^'cHRISTIAN CHURCH 10 AM Sunday Morning 698-9660 A Church for today's world One mile east of Whitneyville Rd Spirit-filled family Church. Rev P Adorns Phone 891-8440 Sunday School for ages 3 yr. thru 6<h grade Sr. High, Sun. 6:30 pm Jr. High. Sun. 6:30 pm GUN LAKE COMMUNITY CHURCH & PRESCHOOL 12200 Weu M-179 Highway (Chief Noonday Road) Wa> Land. Ml 49 Ug GUN LAKE COMMUNITY CMUFVCM Meeting you, your friends, and your family right where you 're at. Sunday Wontap 900 la or 1030 un. Wednesday Worship 6.30 pm 269-795-7903 WWW gonlakckommunxychurchorg iRetIjolJigt (Eljiirtl) 5590 Whitneyville Ave.. S E. Alto. Ml 49302 Sunday School...10:00 a.m. Morning Worship... 11:00 am. Evening Worship...6:00 p.m. Wednesday Prayer Meeting...7:00 p.m. Rev. Royle Bailard, Pastor Phone 868-E437 Ce/e&ude... Lakeside Community Cnurcn M-37 between Middles ille & Caledonia Sunday Worship: 8:30 aan. Traditional 11 aan. Contemporary 6 pan. Praise/BiNe Study A Place for Famih A Friesds 6201 Whttaesvdie Asenue Aho CHRISTIAN REFORMED Cootemporan Worship 9:30am. Res. Dr Jack Doorlag. Interim Minuter Sundas School fcr Al Ages IO45 i m Evening Wurdnp 600pm Nursery & children's activities during all services For more information (616)891-8119 PeOor Roger Bultman • Church Office M8-039I or wwwjeacechurchcc WWW laicsadcvommumty org Community of Clyt*i$f Leighton Church ALASKA CONGREGATION Rev Tom DeVnes. Pastor - 795-990 i Services at 9 30 a m and 6 p.m. CALEDONIA UNITED METHODIST > Emmons to Vine) YOU ARE INVITED 9255 84th Street. Alto. Ml 49302 Phone 891-9259 t M 1000 a m 11:15am 6 00 p m 3449 - 76th St. S£., C aledonia Rev. Dave LeBlanc, Pastor 2S9 Vine Mi 708 W. Main Street Middleville Good Shepherd Wesleyan Church Lutheran Church Kraft Avenue at Johnson Street Saturday Evening Mass ... .5:00 p.m. Sunday Mass . .9.00 a m. & 11:00 a.m. 9 45 am II00 am 600 pm 6 45 p.m. 6:45 p.m Sunday School ..................... Sunday Morning Wtxship Service. Sunday Evening Service Wednesday Mid Week Prayer Word of Lie Clubs MIDDLEVILLE CHRISTIAN REFORMED Morning Worship Service Sunday School Evening Worship Service Uxmed in Lcjghion Towartnp Corner of 2nd street and 14 2nd Avenue ted* Murang Wkmhr A 30 in Todbtojrcfc 1146 am QjnMsnpueary Sunday Sdkai tor Al Agr> i£H» am Sumin Senxr 540 pa FA Fnerab F^ N-hod-Sdi sept Aprf Ojftpm Adufc Mie Study Wnfandn 630pm an ’ jvxsevj nb . vocux am* hm wlo>H914U2B • c-mad ir«h*onBnen no 12 at the Thornapple Kel­ logg School and Community uted the week of July 28. in LOCAL CHURCH DIRECTORY ALASKA BAPTIST CHURCH rate sponsors of the Lake­ land Library Cooperative s Redeemer Covenant Church —Lighting Up Lives for God— Sunday Worship 930 am Christian Education Hour 1 LOO am Wednesday J Family Night 5 45^00 pm Pasor Pad M Hilta® fouth Pwor Dav.d EMvun 6951 Hamu Lake Avmut Catatonia 616696W/J1 rrdrcmertnwn ntr wwwjedamttinrtnmU*i! school library. 2415 McCann Rd. dn Irving) Sunday Service Times 9:15 A.M. Morning Prayer (Holy Corrmunon 2nd Sunday __ , ___ j IC ■ XC '------- ■ ' 11:00 A.M. Holy Communion Wednesday 6:00 P.M. Evening Prayer phon. 795-2370 or 941-9327 Vicar - R.v David T. Hu.twick + St. Paul Lutheran Church Mitvxin Sijnod Cotner of 84th St and Kraft in Caledonia 1 mde wert of M-37 Mid-Week at the Oasis - Wed 6 30 PM Informal mid-week acouetic Praiet and Warthip wrvtce Traditional Service 830 AM Acoustic Praise 8r Worship Service 11.00 AM Sunday School 8r Adult Bible Studij 745 AM AU Services have a Nuwnj available • Barner frrr Pastor Robert Gerke • Pastor David Ziehr Office Phone K91 86J58 __________ www.StPaulCaledonta <>rq_________ SS. CYRIL and METHODIUS CHURCH As of now. the 9:30 Mass of SS Cyril & Methodius will take place at St Therese Church in Wayland while the final phase of the building of the church takes place. Mass at SS Cyril & Method­ ius will resume again July 13. 2003. when the dedication takes place We apolo­ gize for the inconvenience. THORNAPPLE BIBLE CI IUR< 11 Preaching the Living tX’ord Serving lhe Risen Lord Sunday School . 9:30 a.m. Sunday Morning Worship .10 30 a in (Jr. Church & Nursery available.) C’urrcntly mrtting at: Emmons kike Elementary 8950 Kraft SE, Caledonia Rev Dennis Ross Church (616) 868-7425 UNITED METHODIST CHURCHES Middleville - Parmelee Parmetee Morning Wonr<. 9X) am Mddtevie Momng wonNp Sindoy School (AdUh) Nursery - Grade 5 Godes M Sunday tvercngs Godes 9-12 SuvJoy E venrgi Godes 6-12 Wednesday E/enrgs 1100 am 945am 1100 am 5 006 15 pm 6 304 00 pm 600-7 30 pm Rev Lev /.uchrnun Church Office Phone - 795-9266 WAYFARER COMMUNITY CHURCH Finding the Way Together! An informal, contemporary church committed to our community Sunday Worship is at 10:00am in Caledonia Middle School’s cafeteria. Everyone is welcome! Pastor Rev Josh Blunt Contact our Dutton office at (616) 65-65- WAY Check our web site ^W^ JYUYfarELUAlfg WHITNEYVILLE bible Church ©46 WMneyvUe Ave dt 841b St. • 891-8661 The Church where everybody is somebody and Jesus iJ Lord" Meeting ot Caledonia High School Sunday School 930 am Sunday Momrg Worsnp 10 30 a m ‘Seeing at cnapei on Whdneywie A/e Su-doy E verwig Wonro 6 00 p m z#ea ‘AoweeK Prayer & &oe Study 700 pm tev 'homoi 3uy? Postor. »ev <or Soria a»oc Poster Weosre w^neyvteotw org �The Sun and News Middleville. Ml/May 6. 2003'Page 5 Kettle Lake teacher earns Lysol Award Diane Blain of Kettle Lake Elementary School in Alto was honored at an awards ceremony at the Na­ tional Science Teachers As­ sociation’s (NSTA) National Convention, in Philadelphia March 27-30. “Cooking up the Curricu­ lum” was one of the 40 award-winning investiga­ tions developed and imple­ mented by K-6 science teachers in the second LYSOL/NSTA “Science and Your Health Challenge.’* Created by the NSTA in will help to strengthen sci­ pate in the NSTA conven tion. a wonderful profes­ ence education in America NSTAs judging panel, sional development experi­ ence tor teachers of sci­ composed ot science educa­ tion leaders, selected the ence.” According to Steven Ro­ winning entries based on senberg. vice president ot mans elements, including marketing for the Lysol their connection to national Brand, the partnership with and or state standards: moti­ vational techniques used NSTA is a natural fit "For more than 100 years, with students: project proce­ the Lysol Brand has been at dures; project integration to the forefront of research fo­ other curricular areas: prac­ cused on helping create a tical applications, and as­ healthy environment. We sessment techniques, tools, encourage and support and methods The 40 win American teachers of sci­ ners were chosen from all ence m their efforts to foster across the nation. For more information their students' interest in the the 2003 sciences and are pleased to about garage sale is also planned. be able to work with the I \ SOI. NSTA Science and Your Health C hallenge, visit The youth of the church NSTA to honor their hard will sponsor a freewill dona­ work and commitment. We the NSTA web site at tion car wash Saturday , may believe that this program www .nsta.org/lysol. 17. in the church parking lol The Peace Reformed Church is located at 6950 Cherry Valley, two miles Thinking of Full-Timing? south of Caledonia on the This experienced SNOWBIRD is available west side of the road, across for that new life-style and adventures from the Cherry Valley Green House. Traditional style services are held at 8:30 a m. and contemporary style services are held at 11 a.m. Sunday. Evening services and study is at 6 p.m. Everyone is wel­ come. Ford 460. 42k miles excellent condition. Iola ot atoreye ♦» The community is invited Extras include new BANKS exhaust system engine monitor to participate in any of these system, self positioning satellite dish 2 TVs. 2 A/Cx telet>hone tacks, backup camera. HWD jacks. CB. generator. B x16 mkl a events. room, wired lor a tow vehicle, hand painter! graphics Musi see For more information, to appreciate Call 517 B&2 0518 Priced at NADA value call 891-8119. or Evonne Koopmans al 891-9906. partnership with Lysol with recognition and valu­ Carolyn Randolph. NSTA Brands, the challenge hon­ able professional develop­ president. Not only are stu­ dents given the opportunity ors 40 K-6 public and pri­ ment opportunities. Each of the 40 awardees to learn hands-on science vate school teachers for in­ quiry-based science class­ received a plaque and a through study ing their health room projects they created check for S 1.500 to be used and hygiene, the winning, to engage students in health- to purchase classroom sci­ teachers are also rewarded related issues. Topics in­ ence materials and to attend with funds to purchase valu­ able classroom materials cluded persona) health and a NSTA convention. “The Lysol Challenge of­ The teachers are also given hygiene; food growing, preparation and consump­ fers many benefits to stu­ the opportunity to partici­ dents and teachers, said tion: and disease. The challenge aims to stimulate student interest and participation in science at the elementary level and to provide science educators May fund-raisers to aid Peace Reformed Church by Ruth Zachary Staff Writer Peace Reformed Church will sponsor a series of fund-raising projects to benefit church expansion over the next few weeks. Members have been very busy planning these activi­ ties. A public auction will be held at 10 a m. Saturday, May 10. in the church gym. Donations are welcome, and this would be a great way to recycle some large or small useful items and help the cause at the same time. Call 891-1747. On Friday, May 16. and Saturday. May 17. a church Wengers to celebrate golden wedding anniversary Bob and Helen Wenger will celebrate their 50th wed­ ding anniversary on May 8, 2003. The couple are blessed with six children and 18 grandchildren. The Wengers reside at 4335 Bender Rd.. Middleville. A family dinner is being planned in Bob and Helen s honor. Glenn Miller to celebrate 85th birthday Glenn Miller will be cele­ brating his 85th birthday. His address is 120 Manor Dr.. Middleville. Ml 49333 if you’d like to send a card. Memorial Day Parade planned for May 26 This year’s Memorial Day Parade, sponsored by VFW Post #7548 and American Legion Post #140 steps off from the McFall Elementary School parking lot at 10:15 a.m. on Monday, May 26. Anyone interested in par­ ticipating in the parade should be lined up along the east driveway previous to 1015. Already marching in the parade are the bands from Thornapplc Kellogg high and middle schools. Any clubs, groups or indi­ viduals who would like to have a float in the parade should call 795-3696. Horse units and antique cars also are welcome and can reserve a spot in the parade at 7953696. NEW RETIREES f Public Auction-' Saturday, May 10th at Peace Reformed Church Located on M-37 & Cherry Valley between Middleville & Caledonia ‘ 14-ft sailboat • Antique player piano • 24-ft. Jayco bunkhouse trailer ‘ Jewelry ' Building materials ’ Doors & windows • Antiques • Brass & glass chandeliers ... any many other great items both new & used. Browsing at 9 a.m. Auction begins at 10 a.m. All proceeds go to the building fund A food concession will be available. For more information, call 616-891-8119 �Page 6/The Sun and News Middleville. Mt,'May 6 2003 TK School Board members receive recognition bv Patricia Johns Staff Writer The Thornapplc Kellogg Board o£_ Education was honored April 29 during a Michigan Association of School Boards dinner and presentation in Big Rapids. The entire board of Nancy Goodin. Donald A Haney. Scott Kiel, Dan Parker. Kim Sei leek. David Smith and Marlin Wenger received the Standard of Excellence Award since at least half the board had completed the re­ quirements for the Award of Merit last year. For the Award of Merit the board members have completed all the Level I courses. 45 education cred­ its. Goodin received the Mas­ Award-winning school board members include Dan ter Board Member award Parker. Nancy Goodin and David Smith and has completed more Smith also received Master have completed more than than 368 education credits. Parker and President Diamond Awards and both 813 education credits. Alto man receives 2 awards at Hope Honors Convocation Jordon M. VandcBunlc. a Hope College sophomore from Alto, received the Paul Norman Timmer Memorial Award and the Phi Alpha Theta Sophomore Book Award during the college's annual Honors Convocation Thursday. April 24. The Timmer award, in memory of Paul Norman Timmer, a 1976 Hope graduate who served as a ca­ reer foreign service officer in the U.S. Department of State, is presented to an out­ standing sophomore or jun­ ior who plans to enter the field of foreign service or in­ ternational studies. The book prize is awarded to the sophomore student who. in the opinion of the faculty, shows the greatest promise in history. Hope is a four-year. co­ educational, Christian, lib­ eral arts college affiliated TENT RENTAL UNDERCOVER OCCASIONS Or*duati<xi Open Houses. Weddings, Receptions, Parties We Rent Tents, Tables, and Chairs For All Occasions Ixm prices include delivery, set up, and take down Phone Mark at (517)566-8788 or (517)230-4839 with the Reformed Church in America, and has 3.035 students from 44 states and territories and 37 countries. Hope offers courses in 56 major fields leading to a bachelor of arts, bachelor of music, bachelor of science or bachelor of science in nursing degree. AA MEETINGS Caledonia - 100th and M37. A A meets Tuesdays 6:30 a m.; and Saturdays 10 a.m. Open Discussion Meeting. (Al-Anon meets Tuesday and Thursday at noon.) 9964 Cherry' Valley #3. Caledo­ nia. Contact Jerry R at 4379452 Monday. Wednesday. Friday, noon. 9669 Kraft Ave.. Holy Family Church. A A open meetings. Tuesday and Thursday 5:30. (TFN) Come Home to... Diverland Ridge Scut* te Rooao t> k'Rwrianc Ro^e Contact Brian Martin (616) 891-2272 Cell (616) 291-3439 FINANCING THROUGH State Bank of Caledonia Famous Flooring 616-891 9100 From Our Readers Local Citizens Speak Out On Issues Free utility practice must stop Dear sir: The full quote is "Then you w ill know the truth, and the truth will set you free.” (John 8:32). It is time Caledonia gov­ ernment told the truth about their plan to subsidize devel­ oper friends, providing free utilities to their develop­ ments. and their documented plans to ignore contracts and ordinances that specifically forbid their efforts. In 1997 the Village of Caledonia, the Caledonia School System. Jerry Baker s Glen Valley devel­ opment. and Jasonville Farms development signed a water transfer agreement, selling their jointly owned water system to the Township of Caledonia. Apparently only Baker and Jasonville Farms have taken the time to read and follow the obligations of the contract signatories. It is obvious the school, village and township have not. and have placed the water trans­ fer agreement in default. The Caledonia School System is contractually obligated to build a water main on a public right of way from the water tower to their south campus high school. Then they are to deed the water main to the township at no cost, the school did build the main, but despite numerous requests, no one can provide documentation of deeding it over. The school openly plans to recoup their invest­ ment by selling forbidden connections to the Scottsmoor development just west of the village, and possibly to others. This not only places the school in default of the water transfer agree­ ment. but also places them in clear violation of ordinance specifically forbidding sub­ letting of connections. Township officials are not only turning a blind eye, but have opening said, “Scottsmoor is going to partner w ith the school on their water main.” The township is furiously trying to pass a bond issue to run a water main dow n M-37 to 100th Street providing free water to a planned Garbow development. Call 945-9554 to place your Sun & News ACHON-Ad! Reach over 11,000 area homes though the water agreement cally opposite story The same payment terms in the clearly Mates any request by any entity for water service water transfer agreement strictly depend* upon pay­ apply to these village devel­ opers. no pay. no water ment by the person or entity In light of clear contractu requesting the extension ol the cost of all enhancements al language, what possibk or expansions of the water justification has led to the Council and system necessary to service Village the proposed areas of the Township Board intent to water service district includ­ spend millions in taxpayers* ing. without limitation, the dollar* and assessments to cost of additional water sys­ subsidize utilities to devel­ tems supply, treatment, stor­ opers’Why are clear con­ age. transmission, distribu­ tractual obligations and ordi­ tion and metering facilities, nances requiring developers the payment of an equitable to pay all utility costs being share of the cost of the sup­ deliberately contravened ’ ply. treatment and storage Does operating outside the facility components of the rule of law make a mockery water system in existence at not only ol truth and law. but also of our local govern the time of the request.” Not only is a developer ment.’ Pointed questions about expected to pay for water mains, without limitation, these insupportable actions but is also expected to pay bring only obfuscation and for his share of existing petti toggery from officials Months of gentle persuasion water system infrastructure The Caledonia Village and pointing out errors ol judgment have been fruit Council is furiously trying to less. Is it time questions be spend a $160.(KM) repay ment directed to an authority more offer for the sale of its share likely to recognize the impli­ of the water system on pipe cations ol council and town running to two planned ship actions? Both Caledon developments in the village la area citizens and those the Bosco apartment com­ members of local govern plex. and the Kooikcr 120ment who stubbornly insist unit subdivision. Though on representing their elec­ vehemently denying their torate rather than developers intent to gift water to these developers, their own docu­ deserve far belter. Clarence Slaughter. mentation and public state­ Caledonia ments clearly tell a diametri­ Caledonia man receives Golden Harvest award Doug Suwyn of Caledo­ nia was honored at the 2003 Golden Harvest National Sales Conference in San An­ tonio. Texas, for achieving an Alfalfa Increase Award for the 2001-2002 sales year. Suwyn. the Golden Har­ vest district sales manager for 16 counties in Southwest Michigan, had a 210^ in­ crease in Golden Harvest Alfalfa sales He has been with Golden Harvest since 1998. During the three-day con­ ference in San Antonio, all of Golden Harvest came to­ gether for agronomy and re­ search updates, motivational work and for recognition of sales efforts. Golden Harvest is the fourth largest brand in U.S. com market share (based on the 2TM)1 Doane Survey). For more information, Quality work at competitive prices Senior Citizen Discoanti write to Golden Harvest, c/o Sommer Bros. Seed Co., PO Box 248. Pekin. IL 61555 0248; or call toll free (800) 747-2127. Doug Suwyn Written Labor Warranty Licensed and Insured RESIDENTIAL ROOFING SPECIALIST Tear-offs & Re-roofs ALL STAR ROOFING Call us tor a free Professional Estimate (616) 877-4253 �The Sun and News Middleville Mi May 6 2003/Page 7 TK 6th-grade orientation held for parents, students by Patricia Johns Staff Writer The transition from ele­ mentary' school to middle school can be difficult for both parents and students, so the Thornapple Kellogg Middle School is trying to case the fears of both stu­ dents and their parents with orientation sessions. One was held on April 30 and the final one is sched­ uled for 9 a.m. Wednesday. May 7. At the sessions a video was shown and infor­ mation handed out. Principal Mike Spahr told parents, “sixth grade is regarded as one of life’s major milestones.” On April 30 assistant Principal Jeff Kulhanek told parents that students do not have to fear the “three L’s," lockers. getting lost and lunch. He encouraged students to practice with opening a combination lock over the summer. “But don’t worry we can open stuck lockers." Kulhanek reassured every­ one. During Jitters Day" on Aug. 25 the incoming sixth­ graders will be able to try out their locker combina­ tions. I^ater this month they will visit the middle school for lunch. During the orientation, sixth grade students ex­ plained the school schedule, after school activities and the exploratory classes. Spahr told parents that he enjoyed being around ado­ lescents and that their chil­ dren would be able to grow. Water safety Bill Johnson completed one of the rites of passage for sixth graders at Thornapple Kellogg Middle School when he completed his annual water safety course. Now life jackets (like the one worn by Chel­ sea Funk) can look like real jackets Gzntuifc Pearson-Cook | learn and develop in a safe environment. He included information about how to survive living with a young teenager in the information packet. Following the orientation, students Nick Karelse. Gina Mancuso. Mackenzie Meyering and Carter Whitney answered questions during fours of the middle school. Anyone who could not at­ tend the scheduled orienta­ tions can pick up the packet of information at the Middle School office. The office is open from 7:30 a m. to 3:30 p.m. Summer taxes to be collected for state schools by Patricia Johns Staff Writer Taxpayers in Barry County will join with others in Michigan and make a tax payment this July. When the State of Michi­ gan passed Public Act 243 in 2002. this meant that all taxpayers, regardlcs of whether or not they paid their taxes in the fall previ­ ously. will now pay their taxes in summer as well. But they will only be pay­ ing the State Education Tax. For this year the rate will be reduced from six mills to five. In 2(X)4 the rate will re­ turn to six. Other school taxes from local bond issues will be on the winter tax bill. While the SET will be paid by all taxpayers this summer, the summer SET collection does not change the overall amount of prop­ erty taxes paid each year. The SET will not be col­ lected with the winter tax bills beginning this Decem­ ber. Summer tax bills are sent out on July 1 and the bill must be paid by Sept. 14 in order to avoid interest penal­ ties. i deferred without a penally. Forms arc available at each township treasure's office ROAST BEEF DINNER Saturday, May 10th • 5-7 pm ‘Bowne Qenter 'United (Methodist 'Hall Corner of Alden Nash Ave (M-50) and 84th SI. Allo Just West Off M-37 .10197 Garbow Rd. • Middleville Early spring hours: 8:30 am. - 8:00 p.m. Monday - Saturday gaskets Make great Mother's Da^ 891-8980 Kids... Stop in Jriday or Saturday JREE plants for Mother’s Day! m jvi-atr*. owner. Anyone who meets the criteria must complete a form each year to have taxes Real Estate For Your World"’ Caledonia • 9175 Cherry N alley <KIHM1SUS<H<MMA ACREAGt NEW <ONSTWl< nos IhcanMWH . ? ta*.* IIM.W Some taxpayers may ap­ ply to defer payment of the tax until the winter bill. Those eligible for deferral are those 62 years old or older who have a household income of $25,000 or less. Those with a disability that qualifies them for an ex­ tra personal exemption on their state tax form arc eligi­ ble for the deferral. Property that is classified as agricultural property may qualify for a deferral if the receipts of the farming op­ eration are not less than the household income of the v Hanging Tbo NewTFor Photo oxer inv SI These sixth-graders want the incoming class to know that they will have lots of fun and to be ready for school From left are Nick Karelse. Gina Mancuso. Mack­ enzie Meyermg and Carter Whitney. 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Page Elemen­ tary had provided an intro­ duction to careers for fifth­ graders. This year students could select nine different careers Then students got to follow Bill Schoonveld onto the Page construction site to see the process take shape from the 24 on the list. Some of the presentations were “hands-on" while oth­ ers used videos and some students even got to see the construction on their build­ ing “up dose” and dusty. Even some of the adults who attended the presenta­ tions learned new things about careers Superinten­ dent Kevin Konarska said. “ 1 was amazed to see students inflate the lungs of the or­ gans brought in by Dr. Jayne Courts.” One of the other popular presentations was by Brian Zatzke. who demonstrated lasers, photonics and optics. The highlight for the ca­ reer day for some students was meeting Grand Rapids Rampage player Israel Raybon or “Storm Team 8” m eteorologist Matt Kirkwood. Other presenters were Chad Klurman and Paul Rubiski from Thornapple Township Emergency Serv­ ices. veterinarian Bob Jackson. realtor Craig Stolsonburg. dietician Cari Briley from Pennock Hospital. U.S. district attorney Mike Schip- Orthodontist Eric Hannapel showed students how teeth fit into the skull per. journalist Julie M.ikart wicz and Mike Spahr, mid die school principal, who encouraged students to co­ operate with each other dur ing some team building ex- Doctor Jayne Courts let students examine some animal organs. Judge Richard Shaw talked about the duties a judge l FREE l l mith iamond MARKET l l ___ . — — SOUTH OFFICE ANALYSIS I 8980 N. RODGERS DR., CALEDONIA, Ml I 891-2222 I I I SELLERS WANT SOLD! GUN LAKE 11434 Blue Lagoon. Super I sharp, newer home with 50' I S -D of frontage on extra clean channel. Fine features include a tiled kitchen, cathedral ceil­ ing. stone fireplace, 5-season porch. Dock. Attached 2-car garage plus a separate 1-car garage $219,900. 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Judge Richard Shaw gave students an insight into the Continued next page CkJDAAinq NEW Condominium Development in Middleville Two Bedroom units starting at *129,900 For more information contact: Amy DeKleine D ® M lJ ? e 616-299-6790 • 616X78-4300 ext 207 �The Sun and News M»dc#eviWe. Ml'May 6 2003 Page 9 FBI agent Rick Smith gave an overview of the in­ vestigative process Lani Forbes talked about the im­ pact of volunteerism in the community. Mike Bremer discussed some upcoming park improvements Bill Schoonveld took his groups out to see the con­ struction on the Page build­ ing. He is a supervisor with Owen Ames Kimball, the construction management firm used by the school dis­ trict. Robin Galle talked about the creative process and her art work. Karen Dimond and Cap­ tain Kirk Emlinger dis­ cussed the education pilots need and their understanding of the impact of w ealher. Linda Parker discussed the education and the tender loving care nurses need in their profession. Shelley McQueen discussed some of the changes she has seen in the fashion industry Environmental educator Casey Harns dresses Josh Haywood as a turkey From previous page difficult decisions judges make as they are faced with cases. Shelly McQueen dis­ cussed changes in the beauty careers since she began. She also touched on some of the requirements she has to meet to run her own busi­ ness. Steve Chausow showed a video and discussed how contractors work with home­ owners to build homes. Chad Klutman and Paul Rubiski discussed ca­ reers as firefighters and EMTs. Rampage player Israel Raybon makes sure Justin Frank is wearing the Blitz head properly Middleville's Newest Physician Offers Board Certified Skills Dr. Noah is Board Certified in the specialty of Family Practice Your Family's in Good Hands with Board Certified Dr. Chris Noah ■4 As a Board Certified Family Practitioner, Christopher J. Noah. M.D. has met the stringent standards of a board of examiners in his specialty of family practice. It requires a medical degree, completion of an approved residency program of three years, practice experience and passing a written examination. This credentialing provides an extra measure of confidence in your selection of Dr Noah as your family’s physician. Dr. Noah can provide care for: Women s Health •Obstetncs Pediatrics •Senior Health Middle school pnncipal Mike Spahr discussed edu­ cation careers by teaching students some coopera­ tive games Dr. Noah can prov ide expert care tor your entire family, from maternity and newborns to seniors, in one convenient Middles die location To find out more and schedule an appointment call 269-795-4434 today. Dig A Tree Transplanting 50" & 45” Spade I rucks State Inspected & Licensed Nursery Colorado Blue & Black Hill Spruce 6‘ Reasonable rates up to 5’ in diameter — \foi v or sell wurs or ours — ONE YEAR GUARANTEE 269-795-2232 "Trees make a world of difference" • Add Property Value • Accents • Borders • Lol Lines • Year Round Green • Shade • Wildlife 490 Edward Street Chem Wfcs Middleville, Ml 49333 269 795 4434 MIDDLEVILLE Pennock Chris Noah M D �Page 10/The Sun and News MkkHevifie Mi/May 6. 2003 Lloyd Arnold Wilkins Michael Duane Moore DELTON Michael Duane Moore, age 48. of Delton played his Iasi game of golf and was called unex­ pectedly home Thursday. May 1,2003. Michael Duane Moore was bom on April 30. 1955 in Hastings, the son of Fred­ erick Duane and Ixxnse A. (Kuhtic) Moore. He was raised m Middle­ ville and attended Thornapple Kellogg schools, grad­ uating in 1973. He was married to Tammy L. Lafountain on June 19. 1985 in Allegan. He was self employed, the owner of the Mike Moore Construction Co. in the Delton area. Mike was an outdoor enthusiast, enjoyed golfing, hunting, ice fishing, camp mg. glorious story telling, cards, attending his son’s basketball and baseball games. Mike was a man who lived for his family, and was an over zealous fan of his sons basketball and baseball games. He loved his wifes cooking, and patiently dealt with the various exotic pets his daughter seemed to con­ stantly tend and care for. This glonous story teller that could make a walk through the woods sound like a safari adventure, he enjoyed working on his golf swing, and sixth sense while hunting, with or without a gun. An avid outdoorsman. ice fishing and camping were hobbies he relished, but he also indulged in cards or a lively game of pool. Everything Mike did. he did with his whole heart. He was a loving, caring hus­ band. father, son. brother, always doing kind deeds for his family and friends. He is survived by his wife. Tammy L. Moore; daughter, Corey L. Moore of Portage; son. Shawn D. Moore of Delton; his mother and step-father. Louise (Moore) and Norman Nick­ els of WesLaco. Texas; one brother. Mathew (Tiffany) Moore of Greenville; three sisters. Daire (Bruce) Rendon of Lake City. Renee (Ray) Lillie of Pensacola. Florida. Debra (Jerry) Neff of Grandville; six step-sis­ ters. Virginia (Jerry) Mauchmar. Norma (Gerard) Kwiatkowski. Shirley (Daryl) VanderPloeg. Rose (Llewelyn) Tilma. Delores (Steve) Debn. and Carol Zalokar; two step-brothers. David (Robin) Nickels and Jay (Kathy) Nickels; several aunts, uncles, cousins, nieces, nephews and lots and lots of friends. A celebration of Mike’s life was held Monday, May 5, 2003 at the Beeler Fun­ eral Chapel, Middleville. Rev. Fr. David E. Le Blanc officiated. Interment Coman Cemetery. Memorial contributions may be made for a college fund for Shawn and Corey in memory of Michael D. Moore Arrangements were made by Beeler Funeral Home. Middleville WHITEHALL - Lloyd Arnold Wilkins, age 81. of Whitehall, died Saturday. May 3. 2003 at home. He was bom in Clinton County, he moved to Grand Rapids as a child and was educated there, graduating from Davis Tech. He served in the UJS. Navy in World War 11 earn­ ing 15 battle stars through service dunng the N. Africa invasion, in the N. Atlantic and S. Pacific. He last served on the USS Cowpens aircraft carrier, the first US ship to enter Tokyo Bay at the end of the war He married Joyce A. W’eber in May 11. 1946 and moved to Whitehall They were married 55 years. She preceded him in death June 19.2001. He retired from Consum­ ers Power Company in 1983 after 37 years. He served as a special police officer for Whitehall for 25 years. He was a member of the VFW #3256 and American Legion Post 69. He is survived by his chil­ dren. Mrs. Robert (Patrice) Whitaker of Holland. Mark Wilkins of Whitehall. Bruce and Jeanne Wilkins of Whitehall and Wendy Wil­ kins of Grand Rapids; four grandchildren and one great grandson. Visitation will be Tues­ day, May 6. from 2 to 4 and 6 to 8 p.m. Funeral services will be held Wednesday, May 7, Kim Lee Lyons Cherry Valley gg GREENHOUSE West Michigan's Most Inspiring Retail Gardening Experience! Visit our gift shop "The Garden House" filled with unique and wonderful items for your garden and home! Hosta Program with Agnes Karas MIDDLEVILLE - Kim Lee Lyons, age 42, of Middleville, passed away May 1,2003 at home. He is survived by his mother, Darlene O. Bedell of Middleville, his father and step-mother, Arvil and Liz Lyons of Detroit; sister, Janice Dyer of Middleville; brother. James (Cindy) Lyons of Grand Rapids; step-sister, Angel of Detroit; one niece and five nephews. He was preceded in death by his brother, Steve Bedell. Funeral and committal services were held Monday, May 5, 2003 at the Beeler Funeral Chapel, Middle­ ville. Rev. Bruce Stewart officiated. Memorial contributions may be made to the family. Arrangements were made by Beeler Funeral Chapel, Middleville. 2003 at 10 a.m. at the Beeler Funeral Home. Middleville Re\. Fr. David E. Le Blanc officiating. Bunal will be in Freeport Cemetery . A luncheon will follow at the Freeport Community Center in Freeport Memorials may be made to the VFW. American Cancer Society. Hospice of Muskegon? Oceana. Arrangements were made by Beeler Funeral Home. Middleville Grief support group offered for students A grief support group for high school students grades 9-12 living in the Middleville. Caledonia, and Hastings areas will be offered at the Low. Laugh. Live and Learn Center. 402 Thornton St., Middleville. This four-wcck support group will be offered Thursday evenings from 8:15 to 9:30 p.m. May 15. 22. 29 and June 5. Stages of grid, normal grief responses, and ways of coping with grief will be covered in an atmosphere of safety and sharing. Students may register by calling Candace Johnson the Love. Laugh. Live and Learn Center at (269) 7952243. extension 302. TK Middle School music students present concerts Eighth graders Ashley Lewis and Shannon Jenkins represented the Thornapple Kellogg Middle School band at the recent solo and ensemble competition. Earlier the eighth grade band had received a Division II rating for their performance. The seventh grade band will be performing for family and friends on Monday, May 12 at 7 p.m. The eighth graders will perform on Monday, May 19 at 7 p.m. rZZZZZZZZZZ Z ZZZZZZZ ZZ-l* z z z z* z( r! Community Blood Drive u through ’M [I; Grand Valley Blood Programs [•] H hosted by Alaska Baptist Church M h in Caledonia on M M Wednesday, May 14th, 2003 !'! from 3:00 p.m. - 7:00 p.m. M rZ Z Z Z* Z Z ZZ Z Z Z Z Z Z Z Z Z Z Z Z? Z Z* Z Z1' Thursday, May 8th - 7 - 8 pm - $10.00 Fee Spend an evening with a certified hosta-phile! Agnes has been collecting hostas for 13 years and has 75 varieties in her garden. She is a "loyalist" hosta grower with a "gold standard". JB HARRISON INSURANCE AGENCY COMPETITIVE HOME RATES Door Prizes include Paul Aden’s "The Hosta Book” Give Mom a Hosta The gift that keeps on giving! 6900 N M37 Hwy Middleville Ml 49333 M37 Hwy, 2 miles south of Caledonia Hours: Mon - Fri 9-8, Sat. 9-6; Closed Sunday Call 269.795.8811 Daniel Urich 6090 Alden Nash, Alto Judy Harrison 868-0050 �The Sun and News. Middleville. Ml/May 6. 2003-Page 11 Budget cuts, continued from page 1 that we won’t be in a posi­ tion of opening it and not being able to run it." Another reason for the shortfall is seen in a recent study just completed by the Kent Intermediate School District. "We’re under-funded for special education funding by about $1 million” said Busman. "The state man­ dates that we provide these services but we’re under­ funded for them. “Just like at home, if we don’t balance the budget, then we would have to spend our savings account (to pay for essentials]. That would be very short sighted. But you can’t do that forever. If you continue to be under funded, it will put a great strain on the opportu­ nities for kids. Our first pri­ ority is the children." The district is trying to take a proactive approach to budget issues, so the work­ shop, employee meeting and community forum offer time for budget personnel, staff, parents and the community to discuss and understand the proposed cuts as well as offer other ideas and sugges­ tions. Where did the proposed cuts originate? Busman said, “1 have ten pages of information and ideas. All of these ideas came from staff and the community." What is proposed as cuts for the district? Busman answered, "If you have to reduce, make your cuts away from the kids. Keep the opportunities for the kids open." With that in mind six main items are suggested for district cuts, in no particular order of importance: • Staff positions. "Due to early retirement and resigna­ tions, we are looking at eliminating some positions and reducing some hours," said Busman. "About 12 people have chosen to re­ sign or retire this year. I’m looking to reduce some po­ sitions. Not all 12 will be eliminated, maybe six, but we’ll get a savings because funded or have alternative new personnel coming in di st ncl .“' will be at a lower pay rate. He was quick to point out funding. We will also be ’Five hundred thousand these fee increases would be looking at. when possible, using our own internal ex­ dollars of the $1.2 million to try to break even for the needed to balance the programs. It is estimated perts." • A miscellaneous cate budget involves staff. If we that these increases could take the opportunity for the net approximately $145,000 gory, which involves such items as energy conserva natural openings (created by toward deficit reduction. retirements and resigna­ • Staff development re­ tion. paper consumption and tions), we could avoid lay­ ductions. with the district, the like. A savings of ap proximately $40,000 is ex­ offs for another year. Lay­ will try to save around pected. offs aren’t something to en­ $80,000. “We’re taking what I call "Next year our focus will ter into lightly.” the 4Cs approach (to cutting • Transportation. The sav­ be on local staff develop­ ings here could help with ment. In building a morato­ budget).” Busman said. approximately $150,000 to­ rium on staff development, “Confidence, creativity, col­ ward the deficit reduction. that involves out of state or laboration and community. ”This involves working overnight slays. We would You have to approach the with parents to look for rout­ still have some of that, but crises from a confidence standpoint instead of fear. If ing efficiencies.,” Busman we would be looking more seen in the proper light, with said. “For example, two at things that are grant buses coming into the same neighborhood. Can we eliminate any (duplication)? "Also, when the commu­ nity passed the bond issue, it allowed bonding for buses. We’ve always had to buy buses by taking money out of the general fund. This will be the first year that we’ll be able to free some money from the general fund because we’ll be pur­ chasing from the bond fund." • Supply accounts, from which there looks to be a savings of approximately $300,000 from the non-instructional and instructional supply accounts. "We’ll be cutting back on things. For example, off the top of my head, if we need a new roof, we’ll put one on, but if we can get another year out of a lawn mower then we’ll do it. If books come up for renewal, but are still timely and in good shape let’s (use them) an­ other year. We are trying to keep as big a bulk (of the items) as far away from (af­ fecting) the kids as (we) can." • Increases in fees are pro­ posed to be reasonable and modest. "We are going to be re­ viewing things we do that charge fees,” the superinten­ dent said. “For example, fa­ cility use, community edu­ cation classes, driver’s ed. We have to make sure that we’re charging the fee that will offset the cost to the doing our best to protect stu­ dent opportunities. "We can weather the cri­ ses for next year. If every­ body is willing to work to­ gether. Work around the plan I’ve proposed. (Also]. I’m open to other ideas be­ fore the plan goes before the board for formal adoption on June 17.” “We’re in good shape for one more year. But I'm really worried about the next year. We’re all hopeful that the economy picks up." For information about the community forum or the budget'balancing proposal, call the administration office at 616-8*) 1-8185. Ladies Only Fitness & Weight Loss Studio Fashion show tickets still available The Friends of the Cale­ donia Library are hosting a fashion show Monday. May 12. The show will be held at the Monterey Grill, begin­ ning at 11 a m. There will be a buffet lunch followed by a fashion show organized by Jansher’s. Tickets are $12 each and the right attitude, it will work I believe... 1 know, that we can protect student opportunity. We have to be creative to work on this. “Collaboration is team­ work. It will take parents, staff and community work­ ing together. And commu­ nity. I'm glad we re not too far from that (typical) small midwestern farming com­ munity that worked around uncertainty. If someone needed help, you helped. I’m glad wc still look at things that way. "I'm not blaming the state because I understand (about the deficit]. We have to play the cards we’re dealt. We’re are available at the Caledo­ nia Library and at Jansher’s. The supply is limited and li­ brary branch manager Jane Heiss encourages everyone interested to see the latest fashions to get their tickets as soon as possible. For more information call the library at 616-647-3840 Contours Express is a ladies only fitness and weight loss center devoted to helping women across the country reach their fitness goals in a structured, fun, and easy workout environment. Our workout is fast and fun, combining strength training with a cardio workout in only 29 minutes. It will fit into the busiest of schedules! Best of all, you will begin to see the results in as few as 3 weeks. We are located on M-37 S. of 84th 9028 North Rodgers Dr. • Caledonia, Ml 616-891-7531 �Page 12/The Sun and News Middlevile. MUMay 6. 2003 Construction moving along at TK schools 10051 The front of Page Elementary looks much different now. Some work has already begun on the additions to the all-purpose room. by Patrich Johns Staff Writer The additions to McFall and Page elementary schools Members of the construction team meet several times a week to keep up on the work and keep con­ struction on schedule. should be completed by the start of the next academic year. Aug. 26. The exterior work on Lee of Caledonia Ask us about our new other Dr Gary Scott, D.D.S. 9958 Cherry Valley Ave. SE Caledonia (616) 891-0004 Fax (616) 891-5170 Now Accepting New Patients! Just Say AH Meet Dr. Jennifer Battiste, primary care physician, along with life long Caledonia resident Leon VanderLaan, PA-C, at the Caledonia Office of Advantage Health. Dr. Battiste and Leon Vanderlaan look forward to meeting you and providing you and your family with personal, comprehensive health care services. Accepting new patients 616-913-8850 or 891-2503 Priority Health and Aetna insurance accepted. men's & women’s health obstetrics ~ kids & teens ~ seniors Advantage HEALTH PHYSICIANS 9090 South Rogers Ct., Caledonia, Ml - www advantagehealth org Cement is being poured for the new exte­ rior walls at Lee. Elementary also has begun. All this construction has meant some changes for teachers, parents and stu­ dents. The work on the Kinder­ garten Pod at McFall is separate from the rest of the building and other than not being able to go outdoors through the doorway at the end of the hallway, life at McFall is going on pretty much as usual. There are orange fences and barricades, but the park­ ing lots are open. Of course, the big machines are popular with students, but they can watch from a safe distance. At Lee, work on the addi­ tions and cement has begun. Christopher J. Hier, 616-891-1240 General Dentistry for Children & Adults — NEW PATH X 1 s \X 1 1( OML — Early Morning & Evening Appointments Available Conivnientiy located on M-37 in Caledonia (Right on the way to orfrom uvrki Quality dental care in a re! and friendly atmosphei Work at Lee will continue through the start of the new school year. Students will stay at McFall for part ot second grade until the new work is complete. The front parking lot at Page has closed and parents now drop off students in the high school parking lot. School buses drop off and pick off at the back door. All the parking is in the back, with the overflow going Io the high school lot as well. This is not the end of the changes at Page. In several weeks the roof from the allpurpose room will be re­ moved. Students will cat lunch in their classrooms while this work is being done. Construction also is tak­ ing place at the high school. So far it has not interfered with customary school day activities. Most of the work at the middle school will take place during the second phase of construction next summer. However, removal of the walls around the small room in the middle school cafeteria has begun. This room was designed to be a teachers’ lunch area and then used as the student store. Removing the walls will provide more room in the cafeteria. Construction has changed some of the regular year-end events. Special Friends Day will only take place at McFall this year since the construction at Page and Ixc has limited parking even more than usual. Principals Brad Warren al Page and Jerry Mueller at Lee said they arc grateful to parents and grandparents for supporting students. Both plan to have special open houses next year Signs of construction can be found in the high school \1TE ^WHITEI Your Smile The First Thing People See! office, as proposed desks and chair samples invite people to test out the com­ fort. Other chans, carpeting and wall treatments arc be­ ing considered. The members of the con struction team, board mem bers. administrative staff, buildings and ground staff and representatives from Owen Ames Kimball and ar­ chitects from Tower Pink­ ster Titus continue to meet to refine plans and keep con-* struction on schedule. Since all three elementary offices will be renovated this summer, parents who need to contact the schools during the summer arc on couraged to call in advance before stopping by. Saving on home insurance is “No Problem.” uruJrcdv of thousand* muney with AuL» Owner* Insurance lhc«r home and mobile home protection Stop in and ask b* about quality pro­ tection, with fleu ble payment plan* and “No Problem" claim Ounrri Iniurance ISMIVMI HIM 006 NKCXFM Call 945-9554 anytime for Sun & News classified ads > 497 Arlington St (M-37) PO 00*99 Middleville Ml 49333 (269) 891-8208 (269) 795-3302 Toll tree (800) 706-3302 Fax (616) 795-3935 �The Sun and News. Middleville. Ml/May 6. 2003/Page 13 La Leche League to meet Thursday The La Leche League will meet at 10 a.m. Thursday. May 8. at 1546 Payne Lake Road. Yankee Springs Township. La Lee he League is a non­ sectarian. non-profit organi­ zation that encourages women to breastfeed their babies and offers them sup­ port and information. The name LaLeche means ’the milk’ in Spanish. The group holds a series of meetings Thursday morn­ ings in and around Barr) and toddlers also are wel­ County, including Vermont­ come. The group also has a ville. Clarksville and the lending library with topics Yankee Springs area. There on pregnancy, childbirth, essentially are four topics, child development and nutri­ with one being presented tion. For more information each month. This month s topic will be about La Leche League and “Ad\ antages of Breastfeed­ its meetings or for help w ith breastfeeding, call Kathy ing to Mother and Bab) All women who arc Othmer at (517) 726-1264 breastfeeding or are preg­ For directions, call (269) nant and interested in breast­ 795-7021. feeding are welcome to at­ tend the meetings. Babies The fashion show featured dothes and jewelry from the Sea Shanty Seminar helps women understand finances Two P’s and a Blonde (Alison Burkey. David Uoyd and Bob Cross) got everyone in the mood with “If I had a million dollars. I'd be rich!" Call 945-9554 or 1-800-870-7085 tor Sun & News ACTION-Ads! *9 000*00-MOoon 0*91*900 0*03 2003BUICK CENTUKYS am TO SIXTY Barb Pietrangelo of Hastings is a financial planner with The Pruden­ tial Insurance Company of America. She designed an evening seminar on fi­ nance for women that just needed a little sugar to help the complicated facts of investing and preparing for retirement just a little more palatable. The din­ ner at Rafaella s by Pa­ ganos didn’t hurt either. Mliras7500001710001 SAVINGS OR $3,750 OEOnn^g^^ ON THESE SELECT VEHICLES Bill Seif Chevrolet Buick Monday ft Wodrwadvy 110 • Tuoada* Thunday ft Fnday M, Saturday • 12 00 S M 37 IN HASTINGS 209 0452425 1000-235 2420 www tMiiwewib. K . cowi 9028 N. Rodgers (next to Contours Express), Caledonia “DOr AW �Page 14/The Sun and News, Middleville. Mi/May 6. 2003 Caledonia Twp, zoning ordinance near completion by Ruth Zachary Staff Writer The Caledonia Township Planning Commission April 21 continued drafting changes to the zoning ordi­ nance, a task which has taken nearly two years, but is nearly completed. A public hearing on the special uses chapter is ex­ pected to be held by the Planning Commission on Monday, May 19. The planned unit develop­ ment (PUD) zoning chapter was scheduled to be handled Monday night, May 5. Definitions of terms re­ ferred to in the ordinance are yet to be prepared by Plan­ ner Dave Zylstra and Attor­ ney James Brown. The Township Board will still have to pass a number of remaining chapters of the ordinance which have al­ ready been through the pub­ lic hearing process. Several other chapters already have been approved by the board. The commissioners con­ tinued revisions on the chap­ ter on special land uses. Parts of this chapter in­ cluded uses such as bed and breakfast facilities, signs in residential areas, churches, schools, communication towers, adult uses, certain parking exceptions, green­ houses and nurseries, com­ mercial outdoor recreation facilities, retirement hous­ ing. day care homes, golf courses and country clubs, libraries and museums, pub­ licly owned parks and play­ grounds. home-based busi­ nesses. hospitals, hotels, motels and lodges, heliports, kennels, manufacturing, car Special Meeting C Approval to Pay Bids 6. INQUIRY OF CONFUCT OF INTEREST 7. REPORT FROM BOARD OFFICERS AND STAFF 8. CORRESPONDENCE 9. UNFINISHED BUSINESS A Ordinance - Storm Water B Appointment to Caledonia Independence Day Committee 10. NEW BUSINESS A Appointment io Planning Commission B. Lawn Maintenance Con­ tract C. Fax Machine Bids D. Resolution of Support for Thomapple River Cleanup E Parking Lot Maintenance F. Interior Office Painting G. Blues Festival 11. BOARD COMMENTS A Web Page Test Site Address: http://www.addorio. com/caledoniatwp 12. PUBLIC COMMENT (EXTENDED) 13. ADJOURNMENT A quick-thinking bull­ dozer operator helped Thor­ napple Township Emer­ gency Services firefighters stop a large, fast-moving field fire Saturday that sent smoke billowing over Mid­ dleville and attracted dozens of spectators. The fire, unintentionally ignited by two teen-agers shooting off bottle rockets, blackened 104 acres north of Lee Elementary School be­ fore it was extinguished by 28 firefighters from TTES, Caledonia Fire Rescue and the Department of Natural Resources Eric Dykstra, a bulldozer operator for Dan Valley Ex­ cavating, had just finished working on the Towne Cen­ ter development when he noticed smoke southwest of the Middle Villa Inn. He said he drove his pickup to­ ward the smoke, and saw the The Dutton PTO wishes to thank the following area businesses for their donations of cash or goods to our Dutton Elementary Spring Carnival. We thank you for your support. Our profits this year are being used for playground equipment. 68th Street Grill Ada/Loivell Theater Amerihost Inn Bed Bath & Beyond Big O’ Fish House Caledonia State Bank Campau Corners Cheddar's Restaurant Craig’s Cruisers Discount Tire Co. (44th & Kalamazoo) Dis Hallmark Dr. Choryan. OD Dr. Eric Hannapel. DDS. MS. PC Dr Thomas Grias. DDS Dutton General Store Dutton Amoco Super Subs DVK Construction Essential Bean Fortune Chef Restaurant Great Lake Car Wash Harder & Warner Nursery Heidi Christine’s Jacki Loek's Theatres. Inc. Jerra Jousma KC's Footwear & Sports stance, stone yard and monument establishments must be located in 1-2. Tool and die manufacturing is limited to 1-1. Taverns and bars (state licensed) may be located in neighborhood commercial areas if not near a school. In addition, the Planning Commission can place an exceptional specific limita­ tion on any individual spe­ cial use. as the use seems to require so that impact on surrounding uses is mini­ mized. Some changes discussed (but not finalized) which may be of interest: • Once a special land use request is denied, it may not be brought back to be proc­ essed for one year after de­ nial. unless the circum­ stances of the request or other factors affecting the request have substantially changed. • There is no place for sal­ vage operations in the town­ ship. Old vehicles must be stored indoors, or if outside must be currently licensed, and not stored for more than 90 days. • Recycling outlets would refer to a collection area which is re-distributed to the appropriate market or dis­ posal site. Such a site would be limited to two acres in size, and types of materials suitable for such a recycling center. • Roadside markets per­ tain to agricultural products, grown on the premises. • Adult foster care is slate licensed for more than six persons and the township re­ quires two acres minimum for such a facility. State cri­ teria is comprehensive, and does not require many local restrictions. • Although the storage, processing and transporta­ tion of chemicals is allowed in some industrial zones, the manufacture of such chemi cal products was removed from the ordinance. • The wholesale storage of fertilizers and soil condi­ tioners is allowed tn the open air under a roof struc­ ture. or shrink wrapped on pallets. Bulldozer helps stop field fire in Middleville CALEDONIA TOWNSHIP BOARD MEETING NOTICE A Regular Meeting of the Charier Township of Caledonia Board of Trustees will be held beginning at 7:00 p m on Wednesday. May 7, 2003, at the Caledonia Township/Village Hall. 250 Maple Street. Caledonia. Michigan NOTE Individuals with disabili­ ties may request auxiliary aids and services for the meeting by contacting the Township Clerx at (616) 891-0070 TENTATIVE AGENDA 1. CALL TO ORDER/ROLL CALL 2. PLEDGE OF ALLE­ GIANCE AND INVOCATION 3. CONSIDERATION OF THE MEETING AGENDA 4 PUBLIC COMMENT (BRIEF) 5. APPROVAL OF CONSENT AGENDA A Minutes of the April 16, 2003 Meeting B Correspondence Not requiring Board Action washes, auctions, outdoor markets, and flea markets, parcel delivery stations, photographic processing and recycling stations, among others. There are many other chapters that list general cri­ teria for these types of uses, but the special use chapter elaborates on details, spe­ cific standards, etc., which apply also to particular uses. For instance, acreage minimums are needed for some uses, like animal ken­ nels. Or setbacks for some uses might be useful for mitigating noise and unde­ sirable impacts from manu­ facturing, or a heliport. Certain uses arc restricted to certain zones. For in­ Knott’s Greenhouse Landscape Impressions Little Caesar 's Pizza Main Attraction Maynards Meijer Monterey Grille Muller’s Paint & Paper Bonnie Pinder Rainbow's End Inc. Roger's Dept. Store Russ’ Restaurants Sam s Club Scholastic Books The Shank Family Shirl’s Curl Standard Federal Ice Center Suierenga Jewelers The Shack Touch of Country VanLaan Construction Supply Village Bike Shop Vito’s Pizza The Weiss Family West Michigan White Caps THANKS AGAIN FOR YOUR DONATIONS' two teenagers running from the fire. Dykstra fetched his ’dozer, and starting plowing a firebreak as flames raced south and cast toward Lee and a neighborhood north­ west of M-37 and West Main Street. The two teen-agers ran to one of their homes and re­ ported the fire to a parent, who dialed 911. Notified of the fire at 3:42 p.m., TTES firefighters were on the scene within three minutes and requested assistance from Caledonia, the DNR and Freeport Fire Rescue. "When we made our way behind the Middle Villa Inn, we came out on the north side of the fire and were up­ wind, and it was pretty obvi­ ous that we weren’t going to catch it from behind," said TTES Chief Mark Marentette. "It was moving pretty fast through very dry grass. We redirected all of our other responding units to come in from the south and cast to get between the fire and the homes and other structures in the area." Marentette said as he moved along the west edge of the fire toward Lee in TTES’ four-wheel-drive util­ ity vehicle, he picked up the father of one of the teen­ agers. The man was trying to fight the fire with a shovel. "He did his best, but it was going to take a lot more than a conscientious citizen and a shovel to knock down that amount of fire." Maren­ tette said. "1 think if he had stayed out there much longer. there was a good chance he would have been overrun. When I spotted him. he was facing a wail of fire that was taller than he. It was time to punt and have our firefighters make a de­ fensive stand in a belter, safer place." Marentette said as he cir­ cled around the fire and headed for Lee. he came upon two encouraging sights The initial excavating for the Towne Center Develop­ ment had left a wide swath of din that would keep the fire away from homes in the area, and Dykstra was al­ ready plowing a firebreak that would significantly re­ duce the acreage involved. "He just came clattering through the smoke." Marentette said. "Talk about an in­ stant feeling of relief! The fire had already made its way to the last one or two hundred yards of field be­ hind Lee, but here was this guy with fire swirling around the blade of his dozer knocking down the flames. Mr. Dykstra single­ handedly changed the situa­ tion we faced when we ar­ rived." Marentette said the fire's advance was stopped 20 minutes after the first fire crew arrived with TTFS, Caledonia and DNR crews suppressing the flames as Dykstra plowed the fire­ break The rapid turn of events from a fast-moving fire to containment enabled TTES to divert Freeport’s crew just as they arrived in Mid­ dleville to assist with the suppression effort Freeport was sent to stand by al Hast ings fire station, while Hastings/BIRCH dealt with an­ other fire. Marentette said he met with the two teenagers who caused the fire and their par ents. "They were very coopera­ tive," Marentette said "They already knew that bottle rockets are illegal in Michi­ gan, and now I'm sure they know why. They're not bad kids, they just erred in their judgment We know were the bottle rockets came from, and we've addressed the source We've discussed the matter with a Barry County Sheriff's deputy and the State Police Fire Marshal s Division, and no charges will be filed." Call 945-9554 for ACTIONAds SPRING CLEANUP of M/Oa BEGINS MAY 12 in MIDDLEVILLE The annual Spring Clean-Up will begin Monday, May 12, 2003 at 7 a m. Crews will make one pass through the Village to collect unwanted furniture, appliances, rolled carpet and other bulky household items Refrigerators and other appliances must have all doors completely detached for safety The following items will not be picked up petroleum based products, toxic chemicals, paint, motor vehicle parts, building demolition or construction wastes (including concrete), batteries, food wastes, animal wastes and car­ casses, yard wastes and any other material deemed to be hazardous All junk can be placed no earlier than Friday, May 9 and no later than May 12, 7 a.m. Any junk placed earlier than Friday, May 9 will be cited as a Civil Infraction under the Village Code of Ordinances. All homes will be visited once. This service is available to Village residents only. �The Sun and News Middleville MUMay 6 2003/Page 15 GFWC-Gun Lake will meet May 14 Perhaps the glove gave the saplings the encour­ agement they need to grow Earth Day planting It takes many hands to plant 300 trees Students in Shelley Erb's first grade class. Kim Chausow and Sue VanderWood's fourth graders. 8th graders, alter­ native ed students, bus drivers, buildings and grounds workers and high school student council members worked together to plant the red maple, sugar maple and dogwood trees. PUBLIC NOTICE OF STATE-OWNED MINERALS TO BE OFFERED FOR LEASE AUCTION Many hands working together made light work of the task. Once the con­ struction work is finished, trees will be planted around the schools. The Michigan Department of Natural Resources (MDNR) will otter at an oral-bid public auction, oil and gas lease rights of approximately 32,000 acres ot State-owned minerals in those Michigan counties indicated herein RegisUaliQn jl bidders will be held from 9:00 am to 10:00 am on Tuesday. June 17. 2003, at the Michigan State Police Training Academy at 7426 N Canal Road (Conference Room C1 and C2). Lansing. Michigan. Ottering of lease rights will begin at 10:00 am at a minimum bid of $13 00 per acre, and will continue until all descriptions have been offered Additionally at the auction's end and at the option of the MDNR. parcels not bid in at $13 00 per acre may be re-offered al a minimum bid of $5.00 per acre Bids may be submitted by individuals ot legal age. a partnership, corporation, or other legal entity qualified to do business in Michigan Prospective bidders should be prepared to submit such proof at the time of registration The total bonus bib must be paid on the same day the lease rights are bid m. Prospective bidders who do not have an established credit rating with the MDNR through pnor leasing of State-owned minerals, must pay at least one-half ot tne TOTAL bonus txd by cash, certified check, cashiers check, cr money order A credit rating may be established by tiling wrtfi MDNRTorest Mineral and Fire Management Division (FMFMyMineral and Land Management Section (MLMS) three letters of reference one of which must be from a bank in no instance wdl the MDNR accept ‘site drafts’ even if noted as a ‘zero day site draft ’ An auction catalog showing further auction particulars nckjdmg a) the legal description of the lands proposed to be offered, and bl parcel classifications, is available through MDNR.fMFM.VLMS P.O Box 30452, Lansing, Michigan 48909-7952 telephone 517-373-7663 or at httQJ*ww mKhtaap..QQ¥ Written comments by interested parties relative to the classification of any description must be received by FMFM at the address specified above NOT LATER THAN June 6. 2003 Any request for change in classification wM be considered by the Department pnor to offering the lease rights at pubic auction, wftfi final classification to be set at the sole discretion of the Director of the Department of Natural Resources ®r-«i TK SCHOOL LUNCH MENUS Wednesday. May 7 Lunchables. Bologna/ Salami cheese, or hamburger on a bun. carrot sticks w/ranch. orange sherbet, milk. Thursday, May 8 Sloppy joe on a bun w/chips or com dog on a stick, broccoli w/cheese, pineapple, milk. Friday, May 9 Pizza or fish sandwich on a bun. peas, fresh orange slices, milk. Monday, May 12 Chicken nuggets w/savory rice or cheeseburg on a bun. celery w/p.butter. apple­ sauce, milk Tuesday, May 13 Macaroni w cheese w/dinner roll or hot dog on a bun, carrots, grapes, milk Ml 945-9554 to place jour Sun 4 Yews ACTTCW-jW. The General Federation of Women's Clubs (GFWC>Gun Lake Area will hold its next meeting at 9:30 a.m. Wednesday. May 14. at Bay Pointe Restaurant. Gun Lake. Following a short business meeting. Beverly Nyland will present a pro­ gram on flower arranging that will include fresh and dry arranging and using plants from the yard. The art department is sponsoring Nyland and the arrangements from this dem­ onstration will be used as door prizes for the dinner/theater fund-raiser, which will occur the next evening. May 15. al the Gun lake Community Church. Nyland's interest in flower and plants began early in her 40-plus year marriage when she would accompany her mother-inlaw to local funeral homes where they would collect used arrangements, take them to their church and “re­ arrange” them for Sunday services. “I learned most of what I needed to know from her.” she says. What started out as a hobby turned into a business in 1996 when greenhouses were added to the property and licenses were secured. She is a small “word-ofmouth" business. Nyland re­ cycles containers of all sorts and grows her own flowers and plants She will relay information about using plants in yards, dried and silk flowers and will touch on information about poi­ sonous plants. She is also a gifted artist whose field is w atercolors and oils. "I love to encourage peo­ ple and show them that they can do this, that God gave everyone creative gift lo de­ velop” says Nyland Anyone interested in knowing more about flower arranging and or the GFWCGun Lake Area Women's Club should call Jud\ Smith, club vice president, at 6729016. or Fran Leonard, club president, at 795-8731 for information and lunch resetvations. Club business will cover the following: • International Affairs De­ partment silent auction for OperalionSmilc report. • Home Life Department Easter basket report. • Scholarship fund-raiser update. • State convention report • Community Improve men! Project (CIP). Yankee Springs Township Mini Park update. • May 3 Library Grand Re-Opening report • May 8 Allegan Federa­ tion Otsego Crystal Club visit report. LAST DAY OF REGISTRATION SCHOOL ELECTION NOTICE OF LAST DAY OF REGISTRATION OF THE ELECTORS OF THORNAPPLE KELLOGG SCHOOL BARRY, ALLEGAN, KENT AND IONIA COUNTIES, MICHIGAN TO THE ELECTORS OF THE SCHOOL DISTRICT: Please Take Notice that the regular school election of the school district will be held on Monday. June 9. 2003 THE LAST DAY ON WHICH PERSONS MAY REGISTER IN ORDER TO BE ELIGIBLE TO VOTE AT THE REGULAR SCHOOL ELECTION CALLED TO BE HELD ON MONDAY, JUNE 9, 2003, IS MONDAY, MAY 12, 2003. PERSONS REGISTERING AFTER 5 O'CLOCK IN THE EVHMINC ON MONDAY, MAY 12, 2003, ARE NOT ELIGIBLE TO VOTE AT THE REGULAR SCHOOL ELECTION. To register, visit any Secretary of State branch office or your country, city or township clerk s office. Persons planning to register with the respective county, city or township clerks must ascertain the days and hours on which the clerk's offices are open for regis tration. This Notice is given by order of the board of education Kim A. Selleck Secretary. Board of Education ADDENDUM please TAKE further notice that the Regular Biennial Election of Grand Rapids Community College. Michigan, will be held in conjunction with the Regular School Election. �Page 16/The Sun and News. MtcidleviBe. Ml/May 6. 2003 Kettle Lake plans 3rd annual yard sale and other fundrasing events by Cathy Rueter Staff Writer The Kettie Lake Elemen­ tary- PTO will have its third annual yard sale from 8 a m to 4 p.m. Saturday. May 17. inside the school gym, 8451 Garbow Drive, off Whitneyvillc Road More than 300 families will be donating clothing, proceeds will go toward educational items for the school. ward purchase of play­ ground equipment for Kettle Lake. Other events scheduled for that day at Kettle Lake Being held the same day will be a bake sale in con­ include a car wash and a bake sale. Proceeds from the junction with "The Great planned car wash are being designated to supplement the ica. as seen in last Sunday's Parade maga­ toys, tools, sports equip­ ment, furniture, household items and more for the sale. 'Running is Child s Play' donation from Kettle Lake During the last hour of the again plans to compete in the Fifth Third River Bank sale, shoppers will be able to fill a plastic grocery bag full of any items for a dollar. Ail Principal Chris Warren, who American Bake Sale" to end childhood hunger in Amer­ zine. Terri Betz and Mary Heller. Caledonia School parents, are organizing the project. ’Proceeds from the bake sale will not be going to Run. This year the pledges he receives will be used to­ Continued in column 5 TK names Top 10 These top 10 students are busy getting ready for graduation but took some time out of their busy schedules for a photograph See next weeks Sun and News for more details of their high school ca­ reers and extra-curricular activities Kneeling in front are Raymon Galle (left) and Chet Berkimer Standing are Craig Batdorff. Tricia Nelson. Jennifer Piccard. Ashley Ballard. Chad Baragar and Kyle Fletke On top of the rock are Cary Middlebush and Stephanie Simon. Kettle Lake yard sale, continued from column 3 Kettle Lake." explained used for the United States." Heller. "They'll be going to The sale will run during the Share our Strength’ pro­ the same time as the yard sale, from 8 am. to 4 p.m. gram.” which is a national anti-hunger, anti-poverty or­ "(The public) can bring a ganization. “Seventy-five bake good, buy something percent of the donations will or make a donation," said stay Michigan to feed in kids here. The rest of it isn’t for overhead, it’s for other higher need areas. But it is Heller For visit more information, www.grcalamerican bakesale.org or www.pa rade.com. For questions about the bake sale, call Academic honors go to TK spikers With an overall varsity volleyball squad earned Academic All- State honors for the 20022003 season. TK also had three seniors qualify for individual honors from the Michigan scholastic Inter­ Volleyball Coaches Association. Cary Middlebush was honored individually with an overall GPA of 4.0, as were her teammates Megan Dutcher and Angela Blood who both have earned a 3.9 GPA. The remaining For questions and/or do­ nations to the garage sale, call Nancy Andreano at 8687617, Laura Price at 8681056 or Kettle Lake at 86861 H grade point average of 3.65, the Trojan 868-0102 or 868-7247. I a Are You > repared for Long-term Care Costs? Ixjng-trrm < «re insur­ ance i* one of the best ways to protect your financial security if you or a loved one requires extended care. A number of different plans and option* are available to meet your need*, and I can help determine the best plan for you. team members contributing to the overall team honor were seniors Rachel Vandcr.Mccr, Rachel Clinton, Mclisa Potts, Melissa Robinson, juniors Mallory Egolf, Whit­ ney Robertson, Sarah Wolf, Katie Dorland, Stephanie Scott, and sophomore An­ Drew McFadden drea Otto. 9185 Cnerry Vattey GET MORE NEWS! Subscribe to the Hastings Banner. Call 945-9554 for more information. Fid ward Jones �The Sun and News MKkflev-He Ml/May 6. 2003/Page 17 Financial Focus Caledonia elementary, high school orchestras to perform May 13 Furnished by Drew McFadden of Edward Jones and Co. • (616) 891-1173 This Mother's Day, give a gift that lasts It's almost Mothers Da) This year, instead of giving Mom flowers or candy - or at least in addition to the flowers or candy - why not give a gift that can last? Specifically, why not help your mother or your grand­ mother - improve her finan­ cial picture? Of course, you could always just give a gift of cash, but there are many other ways to help out. You could, for example, give Mocks It isn't much more difficult than giving cash, but you do have to keep a few things in mind Make Sure you know what you originally paid for the stock (its "tax basis"), how long you've held it and its fair market value at the date of the gift You'll also need to determine if you have to pay gift taxes. (You can give up to $11 XKM) per year, free of gift taxes, to as many people as you want.) Your mother will need this information to determine gains or losses when she decides to sell the slock you've given her. Both you and your mother can gam valuable tax advan Lages from your gift of stock. When you gave your mother the slock. you also gave her your "holding period" - the amount of time you've held the stock. So. even if she only owns the stock for a day or so before selling it. she'll just have to pay the long-term capital gains tax rate, which may be consider­ ably lower than her current income tax rate. And by giv­ ing your mother the shares of stock, you will also bene­ fit - because you’ll avoid the capital gains taxes you'd have to pay if you sold the stock yourself. However, before taking any action, consult with your tax adviser to discuss these issues. As an alternative to giving your mother shares of stock outright, you might also con­ sider contributing to her IRA. She can put in up to $3,000 per year to a Traditional or Roth IRA and. if she's 50 or over, she can add an extra $500 in "catch-up" contributions. If your mother is elderly and has health issues, she may be dealing with the high cost of prescription drugs. If so. consider taking over some of her pharmacy bills. You can make it easy for her by setting up a credit account, in your name, at her local pharmacy Here's another health­ care-related issue you might want to think about: long­ term care. Your mother may never need to enter a nursing home, but it’s still a possibil­ ity for which you'll want to be prepared - especially when you consider that the average cost of a year’s stay at a nursing home is now around $50,000. And in some cities, it can cost almost twice that amount. To help protect your mother's financial indepen­ dence. you may want to encourage her to transfer the risk of pay ing for exorbitant long-term care costs to an insurance company. By pur­ chasing a long-term care policy for your mother, you can cover nursing home stays, home health care and other costly services. If you're pondering this move, though, don't wait too long, because premiums increase with age By pursuing any of these ideas, you can provide your mother with a Mother's Day gift that can last long after the flowers have wilted and the candy is eaten And if you don't want your father to get jealous, you could use all these suggestions to give combined Mother’s and Father’s Day presents. The community is invited to attend a concert next Turcsday evening by the Caledonia High School Or­ chestra. which will perform along with the Elementary Orchestra made up of fourth and fifth grade student. The concert is scheduled for 6:30 p.m.Tuesday. May 13. in Caledonia High School's Performing Arts Center. The Elementary Orchestra members will begin the con­ cert with their presentation at 6:30. 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East Lansing topped the Scots 4-1. by outshooting the Scots 16 to 4 Enn Pcacy had the Scots lone goal of the game. It tied things up midway through the first half, but East Lans­ ing added one more just be­ fore the first half ran out then added two more in the second half. Josephine Oblingcr had ten saves in goal for the Scots. The loss put the Scots overall record at 7-4 on the season. The two conference wins for the Scots came last Thursday against Kcnowa Hilfs 4-0. and 4-3 over Hast­ ings on Tuesday. 'I*hc first half against Kc­ nowa Hills, played in frigid, rainy weather, was kick started for the Scots when Pcacy laid a ball out to Ra­ chel Buckner who blitzed through the Knights’ de­ fense and scored the first goal of the game. Soon after. Tricia Micdema sent a ball through to Carlic Sanxtcr who took a sweet shot that went through Kcnowa's keepers hands The second half was mostly uneventful until Sanxtcr hammered a shot at goal which bounced off the goal post where Erin Durkee was waiting to put it in for the Scots third goal. Deannc Warner picked up Junior Stefame Maxim finds some open space as the sunset against the Hastings Saxons on Tuesday night in Caledo­ nia (Photo by Perry Har­ din) the Scots final goal off a missile shot from about 10 yards outside the box. “Chelsea Farvcr. Pcacy, Emily Birtlcs, and Farver had rock solid defense and worked very well together to control the tempo of the game." said Scot Coach Kate Sclke. Micdema got the scoring going for the Scots on Tues­ day against Hastings with an assist by Ellen Saxton. Then. Sanxtcr added one. •nd Rachel Buckner scored two as the Scots found themselves leading 4-0 with 20 minutes left in the second half. Hastings just never gave up and added three goals to make things exciting at the end. This week the Scots visit Wyoming Park on Tuesday, then host Mattawan on Wednesday and East Grand Rapids on Friday. Caledonia’s Tricia Miedema works the ball around a Saxon defender on Tuesday night. (Photo by Perry Hardin) Scot junior Ellen Saxton (12) breaks for the ball be­ tween two Hastings' Saxons. (Photo by Perry Hardin) TK girls setting middle school track records TK Middle School girls’ track team scored 93 points to place second out of 13 teams at the Delton-Kellogg Invitational. The girls’ performances were outstanding and two school records were set. Rebecca Winchester set the 3200 m run record at 12:312.9. smashing the old school record by 16 seconds, and placing first in the Water Softcners.Jron & Odor Fillers^ Purifkd Drinking WflUr Sijstfms BEST PRICE, QUALITY, SERVICE Most Common Working Water Problems... • Hardness • Iron. Sulfur & Manganese COUPON event. Sammy Hauschild placed second in the 200 m hurdles and set the school record at 32.9 seconds (old record: 33.25 seconds). Other outstanding per­ formances were by Ashley VanderMeer in the 400m dash (first place, 1:05) and Samantha Reeder in the shot put (first place, 30’ 3”). At TK’s next meet versus Coopersville, the girls were victorious by a slight mar­ gin, 70-67. Top running perform­ ances included Amber Mor­ gan placing first in the 70 m dash and third in the 100 m dash and 200 m dash; Sammy Hauschild placing first in the 55 m hurdles and second in the 200 m hurdles; Rebecca Winchester placing first in the 1600 m run and 3200 m run. Ashley Jachim placing third in the mile, and the 3200 m and 1600 m re­ lays both placing first. In the field, Samantha Reeder placed first in shot put, Alexa McClain placed first in high jump and Ash­ ley Marlin and Heidi VanderHeide tied for first in pole vault. TK was winning their next meet versus Caledonia (31-19, after seven events), when the meet was can­ celled due to thunder and lightening. Before the meet was called, Rebecca Win­ chester won the 1600 m run and set the school record by running 5:47. The previous record was 5.53. The Middle School girls came away from their first track meet of the season with a win. Despite cold and windy conditions at By­ ron Center, the girls put forth a great effort. TK captured first in the 800 m relay, 3200 m relay and 1600 m relay. Individu­ als who placed first in their event were Rebecca Win­ chester, Keley Brown, Samantha Reeder, Ashley VanderMeer, and Sammy Hauschild. Although running strong, the girls were looking to im­ prove their performances in the field events at their next meet. Improvements were evi­ dent at that next meet versus Newhall both in the field and on the track. On their home turf, the girls ran away with the victory. The Trojan girls swept first and second places in five events: 3200m run (Re­ becca Winchester and Heidi VanderHeide), 16(X) m run (Abby Kiel and Sydney Kilmartin), 100 m dash (Amanda Morgan and Ka­ trina Field), 200 m hurdles (Sammy Hauschild and Keley Brown), and 400 m dash (Ashley VanderMeer and Katie Wilson). The 800 m relay, 3200 m relay, and 1600 m relay also placed lirst and improved their times from the first meet. In the field events, Samantha Reeder won the shot put with a put of 28’10" Calvin Christian edges past TK girls’ track team The TK varsity girls’ track team suffered a tight 0K Blue loss to Calvin Chris­ tian on Tuesday night, 7166. If TK could have captured just three more points they could have taken the meet. TK won eight of the 17 events Io Calvin’s nine vic­ tories, but Calvin got the lone sweep of the night in placing the lop three in the shot. The Trojans failed to take a first in any of the field events. The Trojans took first in three of the four relays. TK also scored firsts thanks to Kcrsla Gustafson in the 200-meter dash, Elite Nyland in the 800-mctcr run, Jessica Stortz in the 400-mctcr and 1600-mctcr races, and a win in the 3200meter from Natalie Hoag. Ask us about 6 MONTHS INTEREST FREE Visit Our WATER CONDITIONING 9980 Cherry Valley. Catedor^a (M-3T) 1-888-891-0303 • 616-877-4339 GREAT BASEBALL GREAT FANS. GREAT FUN. BATTLE CREEK YANKEES CATCH THE YANKS MAY 13-20 FIREWORKS: MAY 16 T-SHIRT NIGHT: MAY 17 See the stars of tomorrow play today at C O. Brown Stadium www.bottlecree0onltees.com • 269 660.2287 �The Sun and News MidcMevtUe. Ml/May 6 2003/Page 19 Trojan netters sweep Kelloggsville, Rogers The Trojan varsity tennis got its first two concrencc victories. They didn't lose a single natch in doing it. TK topped Kelloggsville >n Wednesday 7-0. after opping Rogers on Monday i-0. Brad Bender, at second tingles, improved his team Kst record with a 6-1, 6-1 win over Kelloggsville and a >-l, 6-0 victory over Keloggsvillc Felipe Bahiana won his wo matches by the scores of >-0, 6-2 against Kclloggs/illc and 6-1, 6-1 over Rogers at first singles. At third singles. Kyle McClure picked up two wins, a 6-2, 6-0 victory ver­ sus Kelloggsville. and a 6-3., 6-2 win at Rogers. James Beckering had matching 6-4. 6-4 set victo­ ries against Kelloggsville. and 6-3, 6-3 win at Rogers. Randy Tobias and Dave McAllister teamed up for the two wins at first doubles. They were the only Trojan team to even go to three sets in league play last week. Tobias and McAllister got past Kelloggsville 6-3. 6-4, but had to fight back at Rogers after falling 2-6 in the first set to take the sec­ ond 6-3. Eventually, the pair ended up winning 7-5 in a third set tie breaker. Ian Seger and Brandon Awrey at second doubles teamed up to knock off their Rocket opponents 6-0. 6-0. and their Golden Hawk foes 6-0. 6-2. The third doubles team of Jordan Rock and Chad Brice didn't drop a single game in their two matches. At fourth doubles John Smith and John Herring took a 6-1. 6-2 victory over Kelloggsville. and a 6-4. 6-2 win over Rogers. Lee Elementary’s Cody Ketchum performs in ‘Joseph’ musical by Patricia Johns Staff Writer Lee Elementary thirdgrader Cody Ketchum has been busy after iCthool over (he last several weeks, per­ forming with the children's choir in the Circle Commu­ nity Theatre production of “Joseph and the Amazing Technicolor Drcamcoat.” Ketchum takes theater classes at the Civic Theater and had auditioned for the Civic’s production of “The Velveteen Rabbit.” He wasn't selected for that cast, but was recommended for "Joseph." Circle’s production has another familiar Middleville area face. Beth Forbes is the co-stage manager for the PUBLISHER’S NOTICE: All real dilate adverting in thii newt paper it tubjeci to the Fair Housing Act and the Michigan Civil Rights Act which collectively make it illegal to advertise "any preference hnutatiixi or ditcnminabiMi based on race, color, reh gioa, sc*, handicap, familial status. natHMial origin, age or martial status, or an intention, to make any such prefer ence. limitation or discrimination " Familial status includes children under the age of IS living with parents or legal custodians, pregnant women and people securing custody of children under IS This newspaper will not knowingly accept any advertising for real estate which is in violation of the law Our readers are hereby informed that all dwellings advertised m this newspaper arc available on an equal opportunity basis To report discnminatuin call the Fair Housing Center at 6I6-4SI 2980 The HUD kill free telephone number for the hearing impaired is 1-800927 production. Cody’s mom, Cindy, says, “This has been a de­ lightful experience. I have enjoyed meeting the other cast members and Beth has been very helpful." The show will be pre­ sented at Circle Theater in the Park, next to John Ball Zoo. from May 7 through May 25. Shows arc Tuesdays-Saturdays at 8 p.m. and on Sundays at 6 p.m. Tickets are $20 apiece. For more information, call the Community Circle Theatre at 616-4564)656 or check on the web site at www.circlcthcatre.org. Trojan first singles player Felipe Bahiana stretches out to try and get his racket on a lob (Photo by Brett Bremer) tk’s John Herring (left) races over as his third dou­ bles partner John Smith blasts an over head shot (Photo by Brett Bremer) BRUCE'S FRAME & ALIGNMENT Don’t miss Mystery Dinner Theatre May 15 by Patricia Johns Staff Writer Tickets still remain for this year’s Mystery Dinner Theatre sponsored by the GFWC-Gun Lake area women’s club. Last year’s event was presented to a sold out crowd with some regretting they had missed a fun event whichsupports scholarships to graduating seniors. The Village Players of Middleville return with “Last will and testament” which will amuse and amaze diners Thursday evening. May 15. at the Gun Lake Community Church on M179 just cast of Patterson Road. An art show featuring tome of the student artists who received art scholar­ ships this year, as well as • Complete Frame Repair • Professional Color Matching • Loaner Cars • Front End Alignment • Collision Repair • Glass Repair works for sale by artists Dave VandcrArk and RoseMarie Reddiing begins at 5:30 p.m. Jefferson Street Gallery in Hastings and the Bridge Street Gallery in Plainwell also will have works on sale. The gourmet dinner be­ gins at 6:30 p.m. Tickets are $20 each and cover the cost of the art show, gourmet dinner and the play. 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Tim Stouffer and Kyle Ullcry al second doubles dropped the first set 4-6 to the Crusaders, but re­ sponded to take the next two 6-0, 6-4. At fourth doubles it was Mike Morgan and Todd Kortcnhoven won their first set 6-4. then fell 4-6 in the second, before taking the third 6-2. Mike Napper and Desin TePastte teamed up for a 76, 6-3 victory for Caledonia at first doubles. Caledonia's third doubles team of Mike Krieger and Matt Paarlbcrg were 6-1. 6-3 winners. Monday last week, the Scots topped the other Christian school in the O-K Gold. South. 5-3. with seven of the eight matches having at least one set go to seven games. The only one that didn't was the third doubles match, and that one went three sets. Krieger and Paarlbcrg teamed up for a 4-6,6-4. 6-2 victory after trailing 5-0 in the first set of the match. The Scots’ first and sec­ ond doubles teams each closed out their matches in second set lie breakers, with Napper and TePastte win- FOR RENT Thornapple Kellogg School District, 3 plus bedrooms, two baths. Great home, minutes from Grand Rapids and Hastings. $850 a month plus deposit. Call 890-4717 Solid Impact Fitness HOURS: MsTh 5arn-9pni; Fri. 5ani-8pm Sal. 8ain-2pni; Stin.9ain-3pin 9175 Cherry Valiev, Ste. K Caledonia, 891-2994 Scot Mike Morgan sets himself up for a backhand shot in a fourth doubles match. (Photo by Brett Bre­ mer) ning 7-5. 7-6 at one doub’s and Ullcry and Stouffer teaming for the win at two doub’s 6-3. 7-6. Caledonia also got singles wins from Kayle Hinkle. 76. 7-5 at third singles, and Nate Stauffer. 7-6. 6-0 at fourth singles. Caledonia hosts East Grand Rapids on Wednes­ day. a non-league match, as the Scots gear up for Thurs­ day’s O-K Gold conference tournament. Scots have field day to tie for second at Lowell After extending their sea­ son’s dual met record to 6-0 with a 83-54 win over Cedar Springs on Monday, the Caledonia ladies raced to a second place tic at the Low­ ell Invitational on Saturday. Lowell won the event with 103 points, ahead of Caledonia and Grand Rapids Christian, both with 99. All three teams were well ahead of Forest Hills Northern, who finished fourth in the eight team event with 48 points. The Scots took firsts in two of the field relays, the discus and the pole vault. Kayla Wilson, Angie Introducing... Ed's New Complete Auto & Truck Glass Service! Quality Auto Glass Maxey, and Danielle Maxey teamed up for the pole vault victory at 26’. In the discus, it was Mindy Bode. Carrie Reed, and Leslie Radar combining for the victory. Racing around the track, the Scots got victories from Becca Busfield, Kristina McClevc, Carrie Nelson, and Katie Ryan who teamed up in the distance medley, and Carrie Butcher, Julie Slot. Busfield, and Erin Mitteer in the 800-meter relay. It was a good day in the field events for the Fighting Scots, who also finished sec­ ond in the shot put relay, the high jump relay, and the long jump relay. Other sec­ onds were earned by the 3200-meter relay team and by Mitteer in the 100-meter hurdles. Caledonia hosted South on Monday, and will close out the conference season at Caledonia on Thursday, be­ fore next Monday and Tues­ day’s conference meet in Hastings. Caledonia first doubles player Mike Napper fires a volley over the net. (Photo by Brett Bremer) Scots take one of two at Cedar Springs Caledonia’s varsity soft- sively bv Julie Wicks and ball team pick up its fourth Melissa Gillard going two win of the season, and sec­ for four, and Alisha Duryea ond in the league, on Friday with a double nigh in the first game of a "We matched up very doubleheader with Cedar well with Cedar and should Springs 7-5. have come out with two Lauren Hanna picked up wins." Kaechele said "We the win, allowing just three are still learning how to win hits, walking five, and strik­ the games we ought to win ing out one. We’ve come a long way. but “We still committed some still have a lot of work to errors, but overcame them.” do." said Scot Coach Tom The Scots also had a Kaechele. Overall he said tough night against Wayland the team played good de­ last Monday, falling 12-1. fense, led by Shelby King A team like Wayland can and Megan Cargill. make other teams pay for Offensively, Caledonia their mistakes, and that’s was led by Courtney Powell just what the Wildcats did to with a triple, and Cargill and Caledonia. Christen Adams who drove The Scots lone run was in two runs a piece. generate when Julie Wicks The second game of the was hit by a pitch, Bri Hortwin bill saw the Scots fall mel knocked a triple Io the 5-4. gap in right center Io push “Kristen Defouw pitched the run across. a great game,” said Kacchele. “We just couldn’t get the runs across when we needed them.” Caledonia had the bases loaded and one out and couldn’t get the last hit to help it to victory. “Throwing errors hurt us, giving up two unearned runs,” said Kaechele, “and Call 945-9554 for that was the difference in the more information. game.” Caledonia was led offen­ GET MORE NEWS! Subscribe to the Hastings Banner. Quality Service j at an aftorOable price Mobile Service Direct Insurance Billing Certified Technicians COMPREHENSIVE 100% SATISFACTION GUARANTEED Some things are meant to be a certain way... There’s No Substitute For Quality... Clearly You Will See The Difference! 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With great pitching and good defense the Trojans took their first two games of the day. before falling 2-0 in the finals of the eight team tournament to Morenci “The team is starting to come together to play over their errors and make less mental mistakes." said Tro­ jan Coach Tammy Olmsted. An error cost the Trojans in the championship game, but TK was able to capital­ ize on opponents errors in the first two games. Olmsted said that errors will happen, but its the mental mistakes that drive coaches nuts. TK has reduced those types of mistakes in winning the past two Saturdays. “The key is our outfield play," said Olmsted. “They’ve stepped it up. committing less errors and hitting the cut-offs. And our pitching has been outstand­ ing." Seniors Tisha Smith and Katie Longstreet, and jun­ iors Kirby Bremer. Mallon Egolf, Amy Tinker, and Brittany Stover all contrib­ uted in the outfield during the Trojans’ tournament run. TK has gotten great pitch­ ing performances from sen­ ior Jen Burks, as well as jun­ ior Melanie Warner and sophomore Brittney Steensma Steensma and Burks shared duties in the final game with Steensma striking out three while allowing just one walk and four hits. An error cost the Trojans two Four local students earn CMU degrees Four local students were among the some 2,800 stu­ dents who graduated at the end of the fall term 2002 term at Central Michigan University. The students, their home­ towns and types of degrees were. Alison D. Aten of Mid- dlcvillc. bachelor of applied arts; Tara Ann Jones of Mid­ dleville, bachelor of science in education; Kathleen C. Hoag of Middleville, bache­ lor of science; and Charles J. Worst of Caledonia, bache­ lor of science in business ad­ ministration. runs, and they fell by the fi­ nal of 2-0 to Morenci. Burks struck out five while allow­ ing just three hits and one walk in four innings of shut out relief. The Trojans opened the day by besting South Chris­ tian 5-1. with Burks pitching the full seven innings allow­ ing only three hits while striking out five. Gina Nicmchick led the offensive attack for TK go­ ing two for four with four stolen bases. Ashley Aspinall sealed the win for the Trojans with a double in the seventh that pushed across three runs. The day’s second game saw the Trojans top Holland 2-0. Three pitchers com­ bined for the shut out. Mela­ nic Warner got the start and pitched two innings. Steensma came in and picked up the win. and Burks shut the door. Nicmchick had two dou­ bles in the contest, while Aspinall, Smith, and Stover each added a hit. Nicmchick also led on the defensive side of the ball for TK. She recorded four as­ sists and five put outs from her third base spot. TK didn't commit an error in the contest. The Trojans hadn't played a ball game since the previ­ ous Monday after rain washed out doubleheaders with Otsego and Byron Cen­ ter. Last Monday, the Trojans fell to the perennial powers from Rogers 9-0. TK is still looking for its first win in the O-K Blue. Overall the Trojans’ record is 7-10. TK has a busv week ahead, they faced Belding on Monday, host Hamilton Wednesday, and then will look for their third straight successful Saturday at the Ionia Invitational. The Trojans finished sev­ enth overall in the Blue last season, a mark they're still looking to improve on. and another goal is for the team to make it to 15 wins. "It's an achievable goal if we stay focused and keep playing ball the wav we know how to." Olmsted said. "We have seven (wins) right now and still have 17 games to play." Nothing says "I Love You Mom” like flowers... And the best ones are here! Mother's Pay Special 10% OFF ALL HANGING BASKETS • Fuschsia • Wave Petunia • Verbena • Hundreds more to choose from! "We Love Our Moms." 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Danielle Crawford put the "We played well." said Trojan Coach Jason Clinton Trojans ahead 1-0 with a goal in the first half by get­ of his girls last week, "but we sure didn’t come out ting to a loose ball in front of Byron Center’s net. smelling like roses.” Byron Center capitalized Clinton said he likes the way his girls have adjusted on a pair of opportunities, in a new system, learning before the game was called new positions, and arc using 12 minutes into the second smart passes and team work half to move the ball around the The Trojans were topped field. Now they need to 7-0 by South Christian last Monday. work on finishing. “We need Io work on not "We put up a pretty good being afraid to open up and fight,” said Clinton of his take shots. They’re playing a team’s first half effort, "but good game of soccer, we they (South) kicked it up in just need to work on one the second half.” element.” Clinton hasn't been disap­ The Trojans played a little pointed with the offensive over two and a half games effort. Sarah Hawkins and last week, but came up with Crawford, he said, have just two goals. been doing a great job up Friday, against Grand front. They just need to Rapids Catholic Central, TK work on their shooting. fell 3-1. A couple of through Rachel Clinton has been balls caught the Trojan de­ able to help out the offense fense out of position early, when she gets a chance to and Catholic Central took a come out of her normal po­ 2-0 lead. sition as goalie, while Dyk The Trojans shored up stra and Stephanie Simon on that portion of their defense the wings have been making and held their opponent in good runs and helping try to check for much of the rest of create scoring chances. "We’re just missing the afternoon. Janine Dykstra knocked a goals, and shots have ended shot over Catholic Central’s up stopped.” Clinton said "Scores will come.” keeper’s head into the far The Trojans host O-K side of the goal in the sec­ Blue foes from CalVih ond half to cut the deficit to Christian on Tuesday, and 2-1, but CC added another tally with a nice cross pass, Coopersville Thursday, then and header into the Trojan visit Otsego this Friday. net. HOUSE FOR RENT: 3 bed room, Middleville Schools, with garage, no pets, $675 per month (269)795-7445 or (269)795-3550 ask for John For Sale 1998 26X44, MANUFAC­ TURED HOME where is or can be moved to vour land, $19,900. (517)852-0115 or (269)838-9253. FOR SALE: like new dual control electrical hospital beds, $200 each. Delivery available, (517)852-0115 or (269)945-0000 QUEEN LOG BED; Amish made New mattress set. Cost $1,000 - sell $150. (989)227-2986 Garage Sale 2 FREE GARAGE SALE signs with your ad that runs in any of our papers. 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"These students have worked hard to set high aca­ demic standards as well as having involvement in all phases of school, both aca dcmic and co-curricular." said Pnncipal Ellen Zack. Brief profiles of each of the top 10 students are as follows: • Ashley Ballard, daugh­ ter of Elizabeth Zalenski. is this year's valedictorian with a cumulative grade point av­ erage of 4.165. She is a member of the National Honor Society and has been involved with many different activities, in­ cluding the French Club. Di­ versity Council and Science Olympiad. She is also part of the Symphonic Band and Honors Choir. She has de­ voted her time to four school musicals and three school plays, where she had the lead role as the ugly duck­ ling in this year's musical, "Honk!” Ballard also been in the Creative Writing Guild, was a DARE Role Model, as well as the feature editor for the school newspaper. The Trojan Voice. Ashley will attend Michi­ gan State University's Hon- ors College, where she will major in pre-med. She said she hopes to start her own practice in a small town or city. • Chad Barager, son of Kevin and Linda Baragar, has been active with TK sports teams throughout his high school career. He was quarterback on the varsity football team for three years, receiving All­ County and All-Conference honorable mention acco­ lades and was co-captain in his senior year. He also was Academic All-State honor­ able mention in football. Barager also has partici­ pated in track, where he re­ ceived second team All­ County honors. He played basketball his freshman year, and was on the junior varsity baseball team. Academically, he has been in the National Honor Society for three years. He served as sergeant at arms in the student council, has been a member of the band for four years and a member of the jazz band for two years. Community activities have included Teens Against Tobacco Use and serving as a DARE role model. Some of his time has been spent volunteering at youth foot­ ball and basketball camps. Chad has participated in the Business Professionals of America, where he placed fifth in the stale in advanced accounting. Barager plans to attend Michigan State University to major in accounting and possibly secondary educa­ tion. He has a grade point average of 4.099. • Craig Batdorff. son of Steve and Linda Batdorff, has been in honors choir and a member of the National Honor Society for three years. He has also played baseball for two years Batdorff is active in his youth group at First Baptist Church of Middleville and Caledonia superintendent resigns to teach at GVSU by Cathy Rueter Staff Writer Superintendent of Caledo­ nia Schools Dr. Douglas Busman announced his res­ ignation Friday to become an assistant professor of sec­ ondary education at Grand Valley State University. Busman’s resignation will be effective in September. In a press release. Robert Bergy. president of the Cale­ donia Community Schools Board of Education, said the board will begin this month to develop the process for selecting a new superinten­ dent. Busman will make his transition out of the superin­ tendent position prior to the start of Grand Valley’s aca­ demic year in September. Busman has served the Caledonia district for a total of 16 years. He has been su­ perintendent since 1994 and was director of academics for seven years prior to that "Community is important and should never be taken for granted.” said Busman m the press release. “Caledonia has been more than just the place where 1 worked. It is where my family and I live and where my children graduated from school. I am grateful for the chance to be connected to this community and to have played a small part in 16 years of fantastic Though Douglas Busman was on hand at the groundbreaking of the replacement high school, he will not be in the su­ perintendent's position when the high school is finished Busman is re­ signing to take a position as assistant professor of secondary education at Grand Valley State Uni­ versity growth in academic opportu­ nities for children" The different academic opportunities that have been made available to the chil­ dren of Caledonia schools is w hat Busman feels is one of his most satisfying aspects of his career with the dis­ trict. In a separate interview, he reiterated the opportunities aspect, as well as, "Being there through everything (has meant a lot). Being ac­ cepted as part of this com­ munity for 16 years." Children of the district have always come first with Busman. In fact, one of the most troubling parts to his job over the years has been, “the tragedies. When you see young people whose lives have been cut short.” Being the man he is, Busman has personally known most of them. On a lighter note. Busman will be having to learn the ropes as an assistant profes­ sor at GVSU. “I’m learning about this new culture,” he remarked about the ranking of educa­ tional career opportunities at the university . "I will be on the tenure track in the mid­ dle school and secondary educational field ~ Busman is no stranger to university work, though his previous experience has been as a student He earned his undergraduate degree at Eastern Michigan Univer­ sity, did work on his his master's at the University of Michigan and received See Busman, pg. 21 Kyle Fletke Raymon Galle Cary Middlebush Tricia Nelson Jennifer Piccard Stephanie Simon outreach ministries, and he will travel to Montana to work at two youth camps for a mission trip this summer. He plans to attend the University of Michigan in the fall. He has a grade point average of 4.050. • Chet Berkimer, son of John and Beth Berkimer, spent his time in high school participating in many sports. He played football for four years, baseball for two, and ran track for one year. He is also a two-year See top 10, page 2 In This Issue... • Yankee Springs Plan Commission action prompts residents’ wrath • Contractors to file with Caledonia Township to get in on bidding • TK Schools looking to save money on special ed busing • Delayed D&W construction affects Jasonville Farms traffic �Page 2/The Sun and News Middleville. Ml/May 13. 2003 Top 10, continued from page 1 member of the National Honor Society, is active in his church youth group at the First Baptist Church of Middleville. Chet's plans for the future include going to Western Michigan University to ma­ jor in engineering. He has a grade point average of 4.102. • Kyle Fletke, son of Thomas and Judith Fletke. has been involved in many activities throughout high school. He was on student council as a freshman, and has been a member of the TK High School Athletic Council as a junior and sen­ ior. He has been a member of the National Honor Soci­ ety for three years, serving as vice president during his senior year. Fletke took part in the Barry County United Way’s "Day of Caring' and was a DARE role model as a sen­ ior. He has been active as a National Honor Society tu­ tor and was part of Teens Against Tobacco Use (TATU) for two years. He has also attended a number of leadership con­ ferences, including the Hugh O'Brian Youth Leadership Conference as a sophomore, the Congressional Youth Leadership Summit as a jun­ ior. and the Rotary Life Leadership Conference as a senior. Kyle has also been a Ro­ tary Student of the Month as a senior and was named Stu­ dent of the Month as a fresh­ man, sophomore and a jun­ ior. Experience... AV EDA. THf AST AMD SCIENCE Qf l»U« flOWE* AND PLANT ESSENCES* Color & Highlight Services compliment a new summer haircut & style with our professional Design Team! WJf ®)NTEMPO cS^LON 616-891-1095 9551 Cherry valley, (atedonia Village Centre Fletke competed in foot­ ball. wrestling and baseball for four years. He has been recognized as an All-Con­ ference wrestler as a junior and as a senior, and named as an All-County wrestler as a junior. He also was chosen as a second team Al- County wrestler as a freshman, sophomore and a senior. Kalamazoo College is the college of choice for Fletke. who plans to take part in the pre-med program. He has a grade point average of 4.113. • Rasmon Galle. son of Walhe and Elizabeth Galle, has been a member of the National Honor Society for three years. He is part of the Adven­ ture Club, a club that does a lot of outdoor activities like canoeing, mountain biking, hiking, and snorkeling. He is currently restoring a 1973 MGB Sports Car. Galle plans on attending the College of Engineering at the University of Michi­ gan. He has a grade point average of 4.094. • Cary Middlebush, daughter of Keith and Cindy Middlebush, has been active in playing sports, perform­ ing community service and performing in the TK marching band and jazz band. She is a member of the National Honor Society and a member of Teens Against Tobacco Use (TATU). She ftlOVIE OUTPOST VIDEO JUPtRJTORE Glen Valley Retail Center M-37 891-9303 Open Weekdays 10 am to 11 pm & midnight on Fri. & Sat. TZ-Z Z~_~Z ZTZ • VHS/DVD movies & player imOVIE OUTPOST!I • Games ren,als & game system rental J Rent One Movie or Game and ]I • Special Orders and previewed get a second rental FREE I movies & games for sale with this coupon. 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Nelson has participated in the solo/ensemble festival for four years and has gone to the state competition three times. She is president of the Business Profession­ als of America, which she has participated in for three Michael Hoskins of Mid­ dleville, a junior at Thornap­ ple Kellogg High School, was part of the prestigious Michigan Youth Arts Festi­ val May 8 to May 10, on the campus of Western Michi­ gan University. Hoskins will display work in the film/video area. He and the other work­ shop students will present their completed works to the public for the first time at the Michigan Youth Arts Festival. Students and their teachers celebrate their ac­ complishments in the visual, literary and performing arts. Since 1963 the Michigan Youth Arts Festival has pro­ vided this state with a show­ case for arts education. The festival is an adjudicated process of more than 60,000 students from across the state. Hoskins is one of just 1,000 students invited to at­ tend the festival. 616-891-1240 General Dentistry for Children & Adults — NEW PATIENTS WELCOME — Early Morning & Evening Appointments Available Quality’ dental care in a relaxed and friendly atmosphere. attended the Holy Family Parish Youth Group and Peace Youth Group. In addi­ tion. she also volunteers at Holy Family Parish s nurs­ ery. Piccard plans to major in pre-med at Michigan State’s Honors College, and eventu­ ally become a pediatrician and work in a small town setting. She has a grade point average of 4.145. • Stephanie Simon daughter of Renee and Ken Simon, has participated on the cross country team, wrestling team and soccer team. She also plays the saxophone, and is a member of the flag team for the band. Stephanie is a National Honor Society member, has been a participant in Teens Against Tobacco Use (TATU), and has attended the Women In Sports Lead­ ership Conference. She hopes to play soccer for Alma College, where she wants to major in pre-med. She has a grade point aver­ age of 4.068. TK junior’s video work in Youth Arts Festival Christopher J. Hier, Conveniently located on M-37 in Caledonia (Right on the way to orfrom work/ years, and is a three-year member of the National Honor Society. .As a freshman and sopho­ more. she played golf, and she has participated in Sci­ ence Olympiad for four years. Tricia has also gone to the Bowling Green State Uni­ versity High School Honor Band Clinic for three years. She will attend Ferris State University, where she will be in the honors pro­ gram and plans to major in accounting. She has a grade point average of 4.022. • Jennifer Piccard, daughter of Kenneth and Ruth Piccard, has partici­ pated in the Art Club. French Club. Science Olym­ piad and Diversity Council. She is a DARE role model, and is feature editor of the school newspaper. The Trojan Voice. Jennifer is a member of the National Honor Society and has given blood dona­ tions and attended a life leadership camp at Camp Algonquin. She is involved in painting and sketching in and outside of school. She \ITE .WHITE Your Smile The First Thing People See! Michael Hoskins Festival Director Gayle Hoogstatcn said, “Only in Michigan can high school youth convene in a compre­ hensive festival of the arts just for them.” Hoskins is a member of the National Honor Society and Art Cluub at Thornapple Kellogg High School He has competed on the cross country, wrestling and ten­ nis teams. He has also been active in 4-H for the past 11 years. He shows goats, swine and ducks. He exhibited varied works of art at the Barry County Fair and has re­ ceived Best of Show honors and two State Fair awards for his drawings. Hoskins also was selected for the Detroit Area Film & Television student anima­ tion workshop earlier this year, when only 22 students from across the slate were selected to receive intensive training in an an form sel­ dom taught at colleges or high schools. Joining Hoskins in the four weekends of workshops were students from Sault Ste. Marie, Grand Rapids. Manistee and the metropoli­ tan Detroit area. The workshops were held at the Howell Nature Center Instructors included John Prusak, a film maker an film instructor at the College for Creative Studies and Wayne State University. Animator Vic Spicer brought his artis­ tic and musical talents to the workshops and /Knnettc Al­ exander-Frank offered her more than 20 years of expe­ rience in art and video. Hoskins said, "I really en­ joy drawing and have been interested in cartooning and animation." TK High School art teacher Tonya Walcott en­ couraged him to apply for the student animation work­ shop. “This was a wonderful op­ portunity to receive formal training, Hoskins said, "but it was fun, too." He hopes to study art in college and eventually pur­ sue an art career* Farmers State Bank memoribilia sought for display The members of the Thor­ napple Heritage Association arc hoping to collect memo­ rabilia from the Farmer Slate Bank for a special dis­ play at the Middleville Branch ol Hastings City Bank Roberta Meeker says, “In addition to memorabilia we would like information on original sponsors and offi­ cers of the bank.” The bank would be cele­ brating 100 years this year. Call Meeker at 795-2042 with information. ghgt �The Sun and News M»dd»ev»He. Ml/May 13, 2003/Page 3 CHS alum graduates with 4.0 from CMU Caledonia High School alumnus Molly Crydcrman graduated from Central Michigan University May 3 with a 4.0 grade point aver­ age. which earned her the highest academic honor of summa cum laudc. It only took the 2000 CHS valedictorian three years to gel through the four-ycar bachelor of arts program at CMU. “I guess I just wanted to finish college as soon as possible,” the young music major said. ‘‘My mom tried to talk me out of it because she did her college in three years and knew how hard it is. She was right about it be­ ing hard, but I’m glad I did it. ” Crydcrman selected CMU largely because of the late Robert Hohnci, founder of the critically-acclaimed Hohncr Percussion Ensem­ ble. “I wanted to study under Mr. Hohncr because he had an international reputation as a great percussionist, and I also wanted to perform in the ensemble,” she said. Dr. Hohncr died during her first semester, but not before the young freshman performed with the group at the Detroit Jazz Festival, a rarity for a freshman. Hohncr’s legacy continues through a non-profit organt ration, The Hohncr Institute of Percussion, and Cryderman performs regularly with its professional troupe, the Percussion Works Project. She will be performing with them Thursday, May 22, at 8 p.m. in Warriner Hall at CMU. A multi-talented student in high school, Crydcrman knew by her junior year that she would major in music in college. “Music is a lot of fun and you develop really close friends in music groups,” Crydcrman explained. “Be­ sides. 1 just really like music — performing and going to concerts. While I was in col­ lege I had the opportunity to hear a lot of great musi- lice.” she said. “Plus I learned so much from my 4H leaders. Nikki Patterson. John Hawkins and Donna Kaechele." the five-time 4H poultry showmanship champion said. “I will al­ ways have fond memories of showing my chickens, pigs and sheep at the Lowell 4-H Fair.” Her parents. Lyn and Es­ ther Crydcrman. credit their daughter's academic success to a lot of hard work and a fair amount of stubborness. “All four of our kids made it very clear they wouldn't take any help from us with their homework or cians.” During her brief tenure at CMU. which awarded her a full scholarship. Crydcrman also participated in the Cen­ tral’s Honors Program. This required her to take four se­ mesters of a foreign lan­ guage (she chose German), add 13 credits of honors course work, volunteer sev­ eral hours annually of com­ munity service and complete a senior research project. During her freshman year she performed with CML’s award-winning marching band, and throughout her three years she also per­ formed with the concert band and several music en­ sembles. At her senior recital, a re­ quirement for graduation, she performed on the ma­ rimba. timpani, multi-per­ cussion and snare drum to rave reviews. “That was a phenomenal display of talent,” retired school projects, but Molly wouldn’t even let us look at them before she turned them in." Lyn recalled with a chuckle. “Which is a good thing because I wouldn't have been much help any- “My only contribution was to keep her from play­ ing football. She was very upset with me for not letting her go out for football in seventh grade, but Coach (Tom) Burrill got me off the hook by letting her serve as manager.” Molly spent about 12 hours a day at the high See CMU grad. pg. 18 Molly Cryderman at her Central Michigan Univer­ sity graduation ceremony, membered what it was like being a high schooler and having lots of commitments. He was demanding, but not unreasonable.” Cryderman also points to her experiences in 4-H for helping her achieve success in college. “4-H taught me that any­ thing you want to be good at takes a lot of work and prac- Studio Replace your cable with DIRECTV’service Get over 130 channels DIRECTV °"'$QQ99 ■■ pur month pun EVENT Molley Cryderman in her role as a percussionist with the Chippewa marching band Ithaca High School band di­ rector Robert Crist remarked after the event. Crydcrman attributes her academic success to a lot of hard work and the influence of several people. “The key to success in college is to manage your time well and also to be smart about who you hang out with. I also benefited from mans good teachers at CHS — people like Mr. Spencer. Mrs. Grimstead, Mrs. Bates, Mr. Peck, and Mr. Delille.” As a busy high school stu­ dent. Crydcrman also found time to perform with Strike, a percussion ensemble founded by area musician Don Raaymakers. She be­ lieves this also contributed to her success in college. “Don gave us really chal­ lenging music that was probably above our abilities, but we worked hard to learn it because he made us be­ lieve we could. He also re- American Legion Post 305 Caledonia L.aieaonia CHICKEN BBCH ’ MAY 17‘h 4 All events start at 5:30 p.m Public Welcome 616-891-1882 DIRECTV Act now and get a DIRECTV* System 1-Rooms 2.RoomsS29"L'’ GUN LAKE BUILDING SUPPLY Radio 5h*ck D«al«r 1-269-672-5097 or 1-269-672-5526 �Page 4/The Sun and News, Middleville Ml/May 13. 2003 Suggestions sought for next Vintage Village piece Wjial should be the last building in the Vintage Vil­ lage series which has been sponsored by the Village Players of Middleville? Darlene Schellinger says. “We would like to know if there is a historic building area residents would like to see honored. It doesn't need to be a building standing to­ day." If a resident has a picture of a historic building worthy of being selected as the final in the series, a copy of the photo and the reason why it should be selected should be sent to The Village Players, P.O. Box 388, Middleville 49333. The deadline for sub­ mitting ideas is June 7. The Vintage Village in­ cludes the Prairie School, middle school. Carveth resi­ dence now owned by Eldon and Mandy Newmeyer. the Keeler homesteads now owned by Dan and Shelly Erb and Duane and Pat Thatcher, the St. James Ho­ tel. White Lily Flour Mill, Middleville Depot. Mid­ dleville United Methodist Church and the Arcade Theater. Proceeds from this series of memorabilia by the Vil­ lage Players have gone to help fund the scholarship program. Little League teams and community pro­ jects. The cost for this final piece w ill be $15. ^4) 7Mauttad (j^ainld LOCAL CHURCH DIRECTORY ALASKA BAPTIST CHURCH A LtUn# Chunh- Senin# a Lilin# Lord 9 30 a m ........... 10 35 am ................. 10 50 a m . 6-00 p.m Family Night 6 30 p m Morning Worship Fellowship Time Sunday School Evening Frame WEDNESDAY 7240 68th Street, SE - Caledonia 2 miles cast of M-37 Pastor, Dr Brian /■' Harrison Youth Pastor Kcuin Stiles T&ughtzufe. . C 0 « II U I I I T CHURCH a place to belong a place to become (Contemporary, Casual, Non-denominabonal) Sunday Morning Worship ............ 9:30 h 11 00 a m FIRST BAPTIST CHURCH OF MIDDLEVILLE M-37. north of Middleville • 795-9726 Brute V Mewart. Senior Pastor Tim A. Vine, A»*t. PaMor Youth Douglas G. Reason. Visitation PaMor Gary Weaver. Mink Minister Pauor I»v»d Mcwart. CE Children s Pastor Sunday School Sunday Morning Worship Service Sunday Evening Service Wtxlnevlav Mid Mfc-ek Prayer Word of Life Clubs 9 45 am. 11 00 a m 6 00 p.m. 6:45 p m. 6 45 p.m 908 W Main Street (Missouri Synod) Ret. E. Anthony Sikora Church: (616) 795-2391 CALEDONIA CHRISTIAN REFORMED CHURCH GRACE UNITED REFORMED CHURCH Proclaiming the Whole Counsel of Cod "A Chun h with a caring heart for our community and the world" .Sunday Worship .... .9:30 a m. and 6:00 p.m (Child & Adult) (During the School Year) Rev. R. Scott Greenway, Pastor Keith Stulp, Youth Director Al Tiemeyer, Community Calling Church Office: (616)891 1512 M -37* lOOthSt CALEDONIA HOLY FAMILY CATHOLIC CHURCH ■■ i t- i < • s \ ne Worship Sen avs 8 30 tan and llOOam Sundas School 9 45 a m Cottee FeUowsitup 10 30 a m i Sunery Available Throughcxrt t Rev Sot nun Kohn* •<616> 891-8167 Church Office 61^891-8669 l ax SV I ■,aledom-Kimc org CoHiHiiniityof Christ C 1 ALASKA CONGREGATION 8l4o 68^ St 269 795-7903 gunlakcvununumi > church org 9 45 am Praise Sm$>ng . 10 50 am Wwmr k'Unhp I Wed Feliousdup ♦.* a • 7 30 pm Paattr £ G Frrz:rt{ Church Ph 6l6-86S-6SI0» Paaoe s Ph 616497-67*) H R I S T I A N CHURCH 10 AM Sunday Morning TEime (Eljurcl) 5590 Whitneyville Ave , S E Alto. Ml 49302 Sunday School...!0:00 am. Morning Worship... 11:00 am. Evening Worship...6:00 p.m. Wednesday Prayer Meeting...7:00 p.m. Rev. Royle Bailard, Pastor Phone 868-6437 (ZefeAlate... ^7 ^CHURCH Lakeside Community Churcn A Place for Famiv & Kneads 6201 Whitnrtsdte Ascnae Aho CHRISTIAN REFORMED Camcmpontx Worship Sumlas School for All Ages Evening Workup 9-30 am 10 45 am 6 00 pm Pastor Roger Buhman • Church Offier WWV wnm lahctadecomanMy arg Leighton Church Located in Lr^tuon Tuwmhip Corner of 2nd Street and U2nd Avenue near Wvtneys’Se Axe Church School. Suncax tLfiNew Life GUN LAKE COMMUNITY CHURCH & PRESCHOOL A CALEDONLA T UNITED METHODIST May 18th: 'When hi Our Music God is Glorified" 1664 N M-37 Highway Middleville. Mi 49.3.33 • 945-1555 Located near the corner of M-37 and McCann Service Times: Sunday School...................... 9 45 a m Morning Worship ll:00a.m Evening Worship........................ 6:00 p m Youth Group:............................. 6:(M) p.m Sunday Midweek 7:00 p.m. Wed 9:30 a m. Thurs. Sunday School for ages 3 yr. thru 6lh grade: Sr High. Sun. 6:30 pm Jr. High, Sun. 6:30 pm GUN LAKE COMMUNITY CHURCH Swin Mcrang Vbrdnp 8 JO am IcadtauGjd xhooi far Al .|fr* 1180 am Gjnmnpcrary 1000 am. StrncLn E.mng Senior FT FnenA PteSdncl- ift vg* -Apni 5 pm. AJO pm Athdi Mile3tudh 'A/pot 80 TOAWSB Fann• VEXNaSEMStt. -028 • e-mud kngtax + St. Paul Lutheran Church Mi«*.xin Sijnod Come of 84th St and Kraft m Cahdonia I mile west of M-37 Mid-Week at the Oasis - Wed. 6 30 PM Infomul mid-week aroumc Prats* and W.ethip service Traditional Service S.30 AM Acoustic Praise 8r Worship Service 11.00 AM Sunday School ft Adult Bible Studtj 9:45 AM __________ WWW StPaulCaledonia orq_________ Rev P Adams Phone 891-8440 Sunday Worship 900am or 10 30am Wednesday Worship 630 pan. Wednesday 6:00 P.M. Evening Prayer phone 795-2370 or 948-9327 Vicar - Rev. David T. Hvetwick AH Services have a Nursery available • Barrier Free A Church for today’s world Spirit-filled family Church. Phone 891-9259 11:00 A.M. Holy Communion Pastor Robert Gerke • Pastor David Ziehr Office Phone 891 Sf48 One mile east of Whitneyville Rd Meeting you. your friends, and your family right where you're at. I |C IXC *■------ ™' YOU ARE INVITED 9255 84th Street. Alto, Ml 49302 12200 Weu M 179 Highway (Chtrf Nucmdav Road) Way had MI 4V348 __ , Sunday Service Timas 9:15 A M. Morning Prayer (Hoty Communion 2nd Sunday) Rev Tom DeVries. Pastor - 795-9901 3449 - 76th St. S£., Caledonia 698-9660 Rev. Dave LeBlanc, Pastor 258 Sine Street M 10 00 a m 11:15 a.m. 6 00 p m Services at 9 30 a m and 6 p.m. Kraft Avenue at Johnson Street Saturday E\enmg Mass ... .5:00 pm. Sunday Mass . 9:00 a.m. & 11:00 a.m. 708 W. Main Street Morning Worship Service Sunday School Evening Worship Service Middleville Good Shepherd Wesleyan Church Lutheran Church Worship 9 30 a m Sunday School................... 11 00 a m. Adult Bible Class 1*. 00 a m 8175 Broadmoor. Caledonia Rr\ Hit had Stowell. Lead Pastor Rrv David Moorhead. Assoi Pastor Joe Ctpcu , Worship Leader Denny Houma. Youth Pastor Chun h Office 616 891-0287 vmt our weO Ute www bdghhide org MIDDLEVILLE CHRISTIAN REFORMED 2415 McCann Rd. In Irving) SS. CYRIL and METHODIUS CHURCH As of now. the 9 30 Mass of SS Cyril ft Methodius will take place at St Therese Church in Wayland while the final phase of the building of the church takes place. Mass at SS Cynl & Method­ ius will resume again July 13. 2003. when the dedication takes place We apolo­ gize for the inconvenience. THORNAPPLE BIBLE Cl ILJR< 11 Preaching the Living Word Servin# 7he Risen Lord Sunday School .......... ,9:30 a.m. Sunday Morning Worship .10 30 a m (Jr. Church ft Nursery available.) Currently meeting at: Emmons kike Elementary 8950 Kraft SE, Caledonia Rev Dennis Ross Church: (616) 868 7425 UNITED METHODIST CHURCHES Middleville - Parmelee Parmelee Morning Wonhp MdtJevfle Momng Worshp Suxtay School (AdUh) Winery • Grade 5 Graoes 6 8 Sunday Evenings Grades 9-12 Si^doy Evenngs Grades 6-12 WJrev»/ E verangs 930 a m 1100 am 945 am HOOom 5 066 15 pm 6 30-8 00 p m 600-7 30 p m Rev Lee Zach man Church Office Phone - 79S-9266 WAYFARER^ Rev. Dr Jack. Doorlag. Interim Minister Finding the Way Together! An informal, contemporary church committed to our community Sunday Worahip is at 10:00am in Caledonia Middle School’s cafeteria. Everyone is welcome! Nurvery &. childrens activities during all ven ices For more information (616)891-8119 or Pastor Rev Josh Blunt Contact our Dutton office al (616) 65-65-WAY Check our web site www wayfarerccart M-37 between Middleville & Caledonia Sunday Worship: 8:30 aan. Traditional 11 aan. Contemporary 6 pan. Praise/Bible Study Redeemer Covenant Church —Lighting Up Lives for God— Sunday Wonhip 9 30 am Christian Education Hour 11.00 am Wednesday J Eam^vNighi &4S4ft)pm Pistar Pad M Hi&un ¥omh Pastor Enfano 69E1 Hrrr.i Uke 3venw. Cafedoma 61«>-69M0&i redeemehgisenjvt wuyuedcemeK^tnmtttrg WHITNEYVILLE bible Church S546 Y^tney/se Ave a? 84tr Sr • 891-866The Church where everybody is somebody and Jesus is Lord' Meeting of Caledonia High School Suroa, Scroa 930 am Sunday Morrwsg wonne 10 X am •^ee*ng ar cnapei on Whtneyvle A/e 'xnaay E /enrg Worrup 6 00 p m Aea lAdweek Prayer 6 BibeSiudy 700 pm ’'ora k.‘A . 3e< /or 3ay y Asicc Poster hecae c*g �The Sun and News. MwJdleviHe. Mi/May 13. 2003/Page 5 Mothers & More offers friendship and support Hastings man becomes Anglican Church bishop The Rt. Rev. David T. Hustwick of Hastings last Sunday became the bishop­ administrator of the Mis­ sionary Diocese of Michigan and Dependencies for the Independent Anglican Church (Canada Synod). The Most Rev. Peter Goodrich, the primate of the Independent Anglican Church, instituted Bishop Hustwick in a special Sun­ day afternoon service in Saints Andrew & Matthias Independent Anglican Church at 2415 McCann Road in Irving Township. Bishop Hustwick. in the same service was also made rector of Saints Andrew & Matthias where he has been the vicar for the past few years. Hustwick has been employed for many years as a teacher in the Maple Val­ ley Schools. Services at Sts. Andrew & Matthias each Sunday in­ clude morning prayer at Engagements Archbishop Peter Goodrich (left) and Bishop David T. Hustwick. 9:15, holy communion at 11, and evening prayer at 6. A Wednesday evening prayer service also is held each week at 6. The Independent Angli­ can Church in the U.S. uses the 1928 Book of Common Prayer for its services. For more information about the church, call the rectory at 948-9327. Creating and keeping support group dedicated to friendships during mother­ improving the lives of moth­ hood can be difficult. Moms ers through support, educa­ may work full time or part tion and advocacy. Locally time, move to new homes or there are year-round meet­ cities, change jobs, stop ings typically held twice working, or go into "infant each month for mothers to hibernation." all of which take time out for themselves can lead to feelings of isola­ where topics relevant for all mothers are discussed. tion. Even more experienced Mothers and More also of­ fers mom-to-mom support mom’s can get into "chauf­ fer-mode." and forget to networks, play groups, park forge new friendships and days, outings. Mom’s Night Out. on-line-services, char­ support the old friendships ity fund raising, friendship they've had. The local Mothers and and fun. Any mother who is work­ More group offers a time and place to support all ing outside the home, works those friendships, meeting in part-time or is home with children full-time, is urged the Middleville area. “Motherhood is an impor­ to join. For more information tant time of life to share ex­ periences. trials, and share about Mothers and More, expertise.” a spokeswoman call (269) 795-5242 or visit the website at www.motherfor the group said. Mothers and More is an sandmore.org. international not-for-profit Blood drive slated in Middleville May 20 Zuidersma-Ellens Reed-McGeehan Emily Anne Zuidersma and Brent Michael Ellens will be wed on May 31, 2003 Their parents are Duane and Alice Zuidersma of Middleville, and Marlene and the late Gordon Ellens of Zeeland. The bride-to-be graduated with her bachelor’s degree from Cornerstone University and will obtain her master’s degree in psychology from Wheaton College in Illinois this spring. Her fianed received his bachelor’s degree from Calvin College and his doc­ torate in psychology from Wheaton College. Mr. and Mrs. David Reed of Middleville and Dr. and Mrs. James McGeehan of Owosso, Mich, are pleased to announce the engagement of their children Laura Jean Reed and Richard James McGeehan. Laura is a 1997 graduate of Thornapple-Kellogg High School. She is a graduate of Michigan State University with a BA in elementary education and BS in psy­ chology. She recently com­ pleted her internship at Williamston Explorer Elementary School. Rick is a graduate of Owosso High School. He graduated from the University of Michigan with a BS in biology and a BA in psychology from Michigan State University. He is the owner of Genesis Contracting LLC in Owosso The couple will marrv June 21. 2003. Cull 945-9554 to place jour Sun 4 News MOM. A Red Cross blood drives is planned for noon to 5:45 p.m. Tuesday, May 20. at the First Baptist Church in Middleville, sponsored by Thornapple Township Emergency Services (TTES). Local Red Cross officials say consistent blood dona­ tions are needed to maintain the supply. Estimates are that 60 percent of the U.S. population is eligible to do­ nate blood, but only 5 per­ cent of those eligible to do­ nate ever roll up their Memorial Day activities set for Caledonia Memorial Day events in Caledonia will be the same as they have been every year since 1946. The Caledonia American Legion Post No. 305 will visit five cemeteries in the Caledonia area. The speaker this year, traveling with Le­ gion marchers, will be State Senator Ken Sikkema. Also accompanying the Legion­ will be the Caledonia schools* bands and Boy Scouts in the Caledonia area. The following is a sched­ ule of activities, time and places: • Alaska Cemetery, 9 a.m., comer of 68th Street and rhomapplc Drive. • Blaine Cemetery, 9:45 a m.. 68th Street west of Kalamazoo Avenue. • Dutton Cemetery. 10:30 a.m.. Hanna Lake Road, south of 68th Street. • Holy Corners Cemetery 11:15 a.m., comer of 84th and Kraft Avenue • Caledonia parade, noon, downtown Caledonia. The Memorial Day parade will journey io the Lakeside Cemetery' for the memorial services. sleeves. The Great Lakes Region of the American Red Cross is placing increasing empha­ sis on recruiting and retain­ ing first-time donors, espe­ cially as frequent and pro­ longed blood shortages threaten the lives of patients in Michigan hospitals. The Great Lakes Region must collect about 3.600 units of blood each week from volunteer donors to supply the 2.000 blood prod­ ucts needed daily by patients in nearly 70 hospitals across the state. Blood collections for the current calendar year have been 5 to 10 percent below goal on a daily basis. Anyone who is at least 17 years old. weighs a mini­ mum of 110 pounds, is in reasonably good health and hasn't given blood within 56 days of the date of Mon­ day’s drive is eligible to contribute. For more information, call the Barry County unit of the American Red Cross at 945-3122. ^Thom^amj e/fyartmenbi 525 Lincoln St., Middleville, Ml 49533 (269) 795-3889 Spacious Apartment Living with Countryside Charm Features... • Deluxe TWo Bedroom Apartments • Utility Room with Washer and Gas Dryer Hookup • Central Air Conditioning • Secure Intercom Entry • Private Patio • Carports • On-site Storage Units We offer... One Year Lease from $575-$615 per month Six Month Lease from $600-$640 per month Units are available immediately. Stop in during our office hours or call today and schedule an appointment to view an apartment. (269) 795-3889 or E-mail pgrifrm@rivertownbuilders.com �Page 6/The Sun and News. Middleville Ml'May 13. 2003 Caledonia students win in Poppy poster contest by Cathy Rueter The Caledonia commu­ nity may be used to seeing poppy flower sales this time of year; many even wear them. But few know what they stand for or that Cale­ donia students compete in a poster contest to showcase the poppy that honors and aids U.S. veterans. "Poppy Days’ coordinator Barb Scott said the Ameri­ can Legion Auxiliary organ­ izes this event every year to raise funds, locally the Kim Johnson was un­ available when Barto Scott was handing out checks for poster contest win­ ners. but was excited to find out that her poster was continuing on m com­ petition. Johnson won first place locally as well as in the 5th District contest (Clockwise, from top left) Becca Roerig. Sarah Bowen, Stephanie Marsman and Nicole Andrews were all place winners in the lo­ cal American Legion Aux­ iliary Poppy poster con­ test. "It gets harder to judge them each year," said Poppy Days and Poster Contest coordina­ tor, Barb Scott. 4825 M.M-37 Hwy. Need Summer Day Care? g Part ilme/tull-iime saaces available § water Fun • special Events • Arts E crafts • outdoor Activities • tots Of summer Fun Call now Alexander "Sasha" BoyKov (back row, left) Hillary O’Neil. Jordan Deppe (front row. from left) and Car­ rie Reed display their poppy posters to fellow students after receiving word they had won in the local poppy poster con­ test. All students are from Caledonia High School. Women’s Auxiliary mem­ bers of American Legion Post #305. "This is one of the pro­ jects that we do. Proceeds from the sale go to the care of veterans and their fami­ lies locally," Scott ex­ plained. Poppy Days will be May 15-17 this year, when auxil­ iary members will be sta­ tioned throughout the com- munity to sell the diminutive red flowers In November of 1918, Moina Belle Michael, from Reghan Knight, as runner-up in the district competi- * Georgia, also known as "The Poppy Lady," persuaded tion, receives checks from Barb Scott, organizer for the businessmen to wear the "Poppy Days" sale and the local auxiliary poppy poster poppy as a tribute to those contest. who died in battle. During the early 1920s the poppy nancial assistance. It re­ district competition. Local winners for first place re­ was adopted as the memo­ mains a symbol to honor ceive $20, second place $15, rial flower by the American lives sacrificed for America third place $10 and those Legion and the auxiliary during past and present with honorable mentions re­ during its national conven­ wars. Besides financial help ceive $5 each for their ef­ tions. It was stipulated that forts. all proceeds from distribu­ gained from the sale of the This year the first place at tion of the poppies be used poppies, there is also a sense only to help veterans and of pride obtained by veter­ the younger level was Kim Johnson, a CHS ninth­ ans who make the flowers. their families. Thus, the grader. Sara Bowen was sec­ Poppy Days program com­ The earnings are minimal, ond, Stephanie Marsman but according to literature menced. third, and Becca Roerig and A verse written by Mi­ about the poppy sale, "The chael in "We Shall Keep veteran poppy-maker real­ Nicole Andrews honorable mention. Faith" probably explains it izes a sense of worth as a Older level winners were wage earner." best: The auxiliary also spon­ Reghan Knight first place, "And now the Torch and Jordan Deppe second, Carrie Poppy red; we wear in sors a poster contest for Reed third, with Hillary honor of our dead. Fear not school students to promote "Poppy Days." Students O’Neil and Alexander "Sa­ that ye have died for naught; sha" Boykov receiving hon­ We'll teach the lesson that must keep to strict guide­ orable mention. ye wrought in Flanders lines when creating their The winning posters arc posters, which arc submitted Fields." currently on display in the To this day, the program in two levels locally for Administration Building continues to help hospital­ eighth- and ninth-graders on Main Street tn Caledoized and disabled veterans in and tenth- through twelfth­ Continued next page need of rehabilitation and fi- graders. Winners proceed to Just Say AH Meet Dr. Jennifer Battiste, primary care physician, along with life long Caledonia resident Leon VanderLaan, PA C, at the Caledonia Office of Advantage Health. Dr. Battiste and Leon Vanderlaan look forward to meeting you and providing you and your family with personal, comprehensive health care services. 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Gabriel struggled to give his parents and family 10 precious hours before peacefully returning to his Heavenly Father The deci sion of choosing life has left us with the joy and peace of having known and loved a little angel Gabriel is also survived by his brother. Zachery Meehan and his sister. Emmarie Meehan Also his grandparents. Chris and Mary Meehan of Kentwood. Shorty and Barb Williams and Zip and Dale Stevens, all of Middleville Gabriel's life and death were celebrated by Pastor Ray Townsend at the United Methodist Church. Caledonia, in a beautiful, meaningful, heartfelt ser­ vice. It was so touching, for Pastor Ray walked with us dun ng our journey of faith, held our hands at the hospi­ tal. and held and loved our little angel Gabriel is buried in a small, country cemetery in Fife Lake, surrounded by generations of loved ones. In his short life, he knew nothing but unconditional love, and touched the hearts and souls of many. He con­ tinues to impact the world with the decision of choos­ ing life for a little boy whose hours on this earth were numbered, but was given the chance to fulfill his purpose, and then, unto a heavenly destiny. Marshall B. Tripp Marshall B. Tripp, age 90, of Middleville, passed away Thursday. May 8. 2003 at Thomapple Manor in Hastings. Mr. Tripp was born on January 17, 1913 in Grand Rapids, the son of Ray and Lydia (Helms) Brando. He was raised and attended school in Lakeview, Michigan. Mr. Tripp married Alberta M. Green on September I. 1934. He was employed at Bradford White and retired after 34 years of service. Mr. Tripp was a member of the Local 1002 UAW in Middleville. He attended ../of the First Baptist Church of Middleville. Marshall was an outdoor enthusiast with a special fondness for fishing, hunting and working in the garden and yard. Most of all, he was a caring and loving husband, father, grandfather and great grandfather, doing kind deeds for his family and friends. Mr. Tripp was preceded in death by his son. Robert Lee Tripp; and a grandson. Robert T. Tripp. He is survived by his wife. Alberta M. Tripp; two daughters, Lois (George) Horn of SUCCESS! SEASON PASS NOW ON SALE ONLY $169 FOR NEW MEMBERS! Get unlimited meetings until September 13, 2003 for one tow price Join now and get *ln the Groove’ - your cool guide to getting started. FREE when you join Team Up for Success - Join with a Friend! Caledonia 330 Johnson 5:30 pm A From previous page nia; with the exceptions of Kim Johnson’s and Reghan Knight's. Their posters have continued through the 5th District contest, in which Johnson won first and Knight took second. Their posters are headed onto higher levels of compe­ tition. Both received $15 for their district wins. All posters that did not achieve place winnings are displayed on the walls of the American Legion proceed to regional U.S. and then to national levels. The posters will continue to be displayed in the win­ dow of the Administration office throughout this month. Hall walls in the bingo area. The public is welcome to see them. "It gets harder to judge them each year," said Scott. Caledonia belongs to the 5th District, which consists of 19 auxiliaries that are eli­ gible to submit posters, in­ cluding Kent and Allegan counties. After the state level, winning posters will lions During these interac­ tive taste-testing parties, guests receive meal ideas, recipes and entertainment suggestions. Products are received at the party and gift boxes may be ordered for personal and corporate gifts In return for training and supporting these new con­ sultants. Rozell earns monthly leadership checks from Tastefully Simple Inc based on the team’s whole­ sale volume Beautiful little country church with par­ sonage on 3.2 acres in popular Caledonia area. (Might also work for a church relat­ ed ministry - would need township approval.) 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As team leader. Rozell has successfully sponsored three consultants who market Tastefully Simple products through in-home presenta- (Need we say more?) Caledonia Community Resource Center Wednesday Kalamazoo and Brenda (Larry) Clark of Hastings; one son. Larry (Pat) Tripp of Middleville; one daughter-in-law. Kareen R. Tripp of Caledonia; eight grandchildren. <8 great grandchildren; many nieces and a nephew. Funeral and Committal Services were held on Monday. May 12, 2003 at the Beeler Funeral Chapel in Middleville. Reverend Douglas Beason officiated. Interment was at Yankee Springs Cemetery, Yankee Springs Township. Memorial contributions may be made to the First Baptist Church of Middleville. Arrangements by the Beeler Funeral Home, Middleville. Kem Rozell of Middle­ ville has been promoted to team leader by Tastefully Simple. Inc. a national direct sales company selling upscale, convenience-driven 5.723% APR * 4611 N.M-37 Hwy Thursday - 6:30 pm 629 W. 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Following discussion on timing, it was decided to re­ quire both developers to in­ stall sidewalks along their M-37 frontage. “We need the sidewalks to be there.” and “I don’t think it helps our efforts to get sidewalks within the vil­ lage to allow developers to delay” were comments made during the discussion. Rick Winans of the site plan committee will contact the two developers to have them revise their plans showing the sidewalks For Town Center, the sidewalk will be to the interior of the retention area. Winans reported that the site plan committee has very competitive process. The Michigan Economic Development Corporation will announce the winners in June. Moffat also noted that the work on Arlington Court is progressing and work on the new intersection is continu­ ing and will be coordinated with the south drive of Town Center. The next meeting of the Middleville Village Plan­ ning Commission is Tues­ day. June 3. at 7 p.m. in the Village Hall agreed to allow the devel­ oper to make this a dry site rather than a wet site. “If, however, mowing is too difficult or the area be­ comes unsightly, we will work with the developer to correct the problems,” Wi­ nans said. Village Planner Geoff Moffat reported on the site visit by the Blueprint 2003 Committee on its bid for a downtown or ‘‘Main Street” grant. They said they were impressed with the village, but unfortunately this is a ‘Psalms and music’ service planned at Caledonia UMC Sunday. May 18, will mark the end of the program year and the beginning of the summer schedule for Caledonia United Methodist Church. There will be no church school hour and one worship only at 10 a.m. This sched­ ule will continue through aug. 31. The past year is celebrat­ ed and the summer greeted with a special worship with psalms and music. Every choir and musical ensemble will share their talents dur­ ing this service, plus a cou­ ple of additional ensembles have been created just for this time of worship. The community is invited to share in this special cele­ bration of worship and music at 10 a.m. Sunday. May 18. Family Dentistry of Caledonia ,Vsk us about our new office Dr Gary Scott, D.D.S. 9958 Cherry Valley Ave. SE Caledonia (616) 891-0004 Fax (616) 891-5170 Now Accepting New Patients! J Just West Oft M-37 • 10197 Garbow Rd. • Middleville Early spring hours: 8:30 a.m. - 8:00 p.m. Monday - Saturday □axjiM Spring flowering Ifytlbs CMTtt tfulktfark with Delivery Available Financial Focus Furnished by Drew McFadden of Edward Jones and Co. • (616) 891-1173 Get familiar with basics of estate planning If you still have many years to go until retirement, you may not consider draw ­ ing up an estate plan to be a high priority. And yet. as long as you have a family and financial assets, you do need to think about estate planning - no matter what age you are. Of course, you may be aware that the Tax Relief Act of 2001 repealed estate taxes for the year 2010. while reducing them gradually before then. Doesn’t that mean you don’t have to worry about burdening your heirs w ith estate taxes? It's not quite that clear. Current law repeals the estate tax only in the year 2010 and there is uncertainty over what will happen in tne following years. Laws affecting estate taxes could easily change many times over the next several years. Also, comprehensive estate planning covers more than just taxes. You still need to determine who gets what. You still want to reduce costly and expensive delays in distributing your estate. And you still need to make arrangements to have some­ one act in your best interests if you become incapacitated. To address these and other issues, start familiarizing yourself with these basic elements of estate planning: • Proper titling of assets It's important that all your assets - your house, property, bank accounts, retirement plans, stocks, bonds, etc. - be properly titled, in terms of legal ownership. You may want these assests listed in your indiviudal name, in joint tenancy, or in the name of your living trust. • Beneficiary designations - You need to make sure that your beneficiary designa­ tions are always updated and consistent with your overall estate plan. For example, if you name a spouse as a ben­ eficiary on your life insur­ ance. and you later divorce and remarry, you'll need to change the beneficiary on your policy. • Will - A will spells out how you want your assets distributed. If you don't have a will, your assets may be distributed according to state law. If that happens, your heirs may not get what you had intended for them to receive. A will is also the document in which you can name a guardian for small children. • Living trust - For many people, a simple will, by itself, may not be sufficient. For one thing, if you only have a will, your assets may still have to go through the time-consuming and poten­ tially expensive process of probate. A well-designed liv­ ing trust, though, can bypass probate and give you more control over how and when your assets will be distrib­ uted. • Durable power of attor ney - When you set up a durable power of attorney, you name someone to act for you if you become mentally or physically unable to make financial and legal decisions on your behalf. • Health care directive By drawing up a health care directive, you authorize, in advance, the kinds of health care you would or would not want if. for whatever reason, you cannot communicate for yourself. In your health care directive, you can name someone to make health care decisions for you. leave written instructions to help others in making those deci­ sions or even do both. We've just looked at the ’bare bones" of all these estate-planning elements. To get a fuller understanding of these issues, and to draw up a comprehensive estate plan, consult a legal advisor who is experienced in these mat ters. And once you’ve got an estate plan, revisit it periodi­ cally to make sure your arrangements reflect the changes in your life that will invariably come your way. Middleville Heritage Day Car Show plans starting by Patricia Johns Staff Writer It is four months until the Middleville Heritage Day Car Show Saturday, Sept. 6, but organizer Dawn Schcck already is asking car owners to participate and this year she is looking for donations from local businesses. “I am looking for things with business names on them, like pens, magnets, door prize gifts or other items. I want people who participate in the show to know what the Middleville and surrounding areas have to offer. I want to give them a reason to come back to the area,” Schcck says. The show will be held in the parking lot of the Thor­ napple Kellogg High School from 10 a m. to 2 p.m. The cost is $5 per vehicle. Cars must be registered by 9:30 a.m to participate in the pa­ rade, which begins at the parking lot at McFall at 10 a.m. Classes for the show arc stock 1920-1950, 19511970, and 1971-1990; mus­ cle cars 1964-72; street rod 1920-1940; street machine 1941-1962; best paint, cus­ tom 1963-1983 and 1984 2000; low riders; trucks 2x2 or 4x4 and participants’ choice. For more information, call Schcck at 269-838-0216 or e-mail midvilcarshowCa/yahoo.com. 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MtdcflevHe Ml'May 13, 2003/Page 9 CMS 6th-graders have Latin America night Aaron Pell, from Tonya Heaton/Todd Bloemers class shared a potato dish from Peru called “Papas a La Huancaina ’ Saundra “Sunny" DeJong not only shared sweet peanuts from Colombia, she also dressed the part in traditional costume by Cathy Rueter Staff Writer Caledonia Middle School sixth-graders learned a lot of information about the coun­ tries in Latin America this school year, enough that they felt comfortable in giv­ ing a demonstration of the knowledge they learned to family and friends. Over the past month or so. the sixth-graders have shown off their understand­ ing of Latin American cul­ ture, religion, art and econ­ omy with several “Latin American” nights. Call 945-9554 anytime to place your Sun & News ACTION-Ad & reach over 11,000 area homes! 9185 Cherry Valley SE (M-37) Caledonia. 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Ml Vay ’3. 2003 THORNAPPLE KELLOGG HIGH SCHOOL HONOR ROLL 9th Grade High Honors (3.7 and above) - Garland Allison, Erin Baragara. Jason Blain. Robbi Blain, Scott Blood. Nicholas Boonstra. Ronald Christians. Blaine Dimond. Shelby Donker, Iman Eng­ strom. Christine Etter. Jes­ sica Flaska. Kelly Funk. Vanessa Glass. Kerstra Gus­ tafson, Kathryn Hauschild, Nicholas Heidt, Brittany Idema, Jessica Johnson. Jayne Kennicott. Bethany Kitzrow. Stephanie Lukas. Jason Morley. Michelle Nesbitt. Emily Nyland, Erica Peschel. Michael Rhoby, Stacy Roberts. Chancy Robinson. Troy Rock. Aaron Sbolty. Kyla Sisson, Kassidy Sovem. Jason Terpstra, Michael Tcxter, Katherine VanderWood. Hillary Welton. Benjamin Ybcma. Honors Students (335 to 3.699) - Amanda Bouwhuis. Heather Carmcr. Kara DeLille, Chelsea Dubois. Elizabeth Erway. Jill Funk. Travis Graham. Christopher Grummet. Tiffany LaVirc. Rebecca Linsea. Samantha Miller. Mikel Moore. Justen Noffkc. Brandon Pisoni, Alicia Rcynhout, Andrew Scholma. Jordan Smith, Samantha Smith, Holly Smith, Nicholas Stark. Brittany Stecnsma. Isaac Thaler. Justin VandcnToom, Nicole Wcidmann, Alicia Zinn. Honorable Mention (3.0 to 3.499) - Maria Aubil, Ashley Ayers. Joshua Baird, Hcathr Betit, Scott Brown, Zachary Campbell, Anthony Carpenter, Jay Cooley, Anna Enslcn, Patrick Espino, Emily Fate. Jessica Foote, Cody Garvey, Amber Hark­ ness, Shane Hester. April Jim, Tara Janose, Tessa Kamp. John Kelly, Kristen Kid­ der. Ryan King, Heidi Klunder. Justin Lewis. Brit­ tney Manng. Whitney Marlin. Matthew Morley. Michael Munjoy. Melissa Olsen, Denk. Petter. Rebek­ ah Raymond. Kyle Roush. Molly Slagel. Darrell Smith. Jeffrey Stout. Chelsey Strumbergcr. Emilv VanderGeld. Nicholas Wilke. Shan­ non Wingeier. Nicole Wood. 10th Grade High Honors - Victoria Azzarella. Danielle Beilfuss. Kevin Bishop. Leigha Blain. Angela Boersma, Knsten Brady. Chanda Brice. Alexandra Buchanan. Alan Buckowing. Brynn Curtiss, Reed Ebmeyer. Kalani Garber. Kendall Gerbasi, Emily Granger. Anthony Heidt. Michelle Hoffman. Tuesday Howell. Gregory Huizanga. Trevor Manning. Sunday Matousek, Corey McClain. Jordan McCormick. Jillian McDuffcc. Lindsey McKee. Katherine McKeown. Stevi Merrill. Tiffany Miller. Michael Mugridge. Katie Oshinski, Andrea Otto. Kaleigh Page. Matthew Palmer. Michelle Raetz. Kimberly Robson. Kerrie Schultz. Nicole Shoemaker. Tabetha Strait. Melissa Stuart. Julia Tandy. Brian Tate. Tiffany Tietz. Wendy Treutcr. Lindsey Vandenberg. Holly VanderHeide. Michelle VanderMeer, Jessica Wenger, Brandon Wilson, Kelli Zoet. Honor Students - Ashley Aspinall, Casey Aubil, Chadwick Brice, Holly Ed­ wards, Edwin Jovani-Cubas, Leeanne Lantinga, James Moored Sanford, Eric Reeder, Trisha Scholma, Clifford Tomson, Andrew VanDerMeer, Brie VanDommelen, Brooke VanHouten, Amber Welton, Kristen Willemstein, Blythe Williams. Honorable Mention • Sean Barrett. Curtis Batdorff. Elizabeth Beard. Andrea Beilfuss. Zachary Bergsma. Garett Berkimer. Nikki Brower. Alicia Buch­ anan. Alex Buehler. Alan Buxton, Jeffrey Chapman, D. Patrick Cisler. Nicole Crisher. Megan Dahlgren. Jonathon Daining. Ashley Dunn. Benjamin Ferris. Megan Finkbemer, David Finkbeiner. Thomas Flem­ ing. Andrew Geelhoed II, Jessica Gias. Amanda Gold­ en. Michael Gurski. Kristina Hall. Daniel Hall. Sarah Hawkins. Amber Ihm. Matt­ hew Jackson. Jake Jelsema. Steven Karelse. Alexandra Kelley. Nathan LaBine, Edwin Landon. Morgan Leedy, Robert Lemon. Adam Loveless, Joshua McCoy. Joshua Meyering. Jennifer Miller, Bethany Nelson, Codie Nieder, Kevin Poll. Chantel Reurink, Nichole Rogers. Luke Ros­ enberg. Nicholas Roush, Allison Sager, James San­ ford. Taylor Sensiba, Lacey Shrivr. Patrick Slawson. Katelyn Smith. Jarod Smith. Amanda Stade. Andrea Tagg. Danny Thompson, Jason Tietz. Drew Townes. Leah VanHouten, Grant Wachtor. Ryan Weesie, Joseph Wenger. Ali Willette, Timothy Wilson, Amanda Young. 11th Grade High Honors - Christina Allington, Brian Cuneo, Mallory Dobson, Mallory Egolf. Joshua Enyart, Carl Frey, Joseph Fromm, Keith Fuleki, Lars Gustafson. Christopher Harkness, Levi Harold, Jordon Hartley, Alaina Haselden, John Herring, Michael Hoskins, Sarah Johnson, Jessica Julius, Susan Kalee, Ian A Custom Made Pre-Inked Rubber Stamp! SAME DAY OR NEXT DAY SERVICE •A crisp and clean imprint every time •Completely re-inkable •50,000 lifetime impressions Made right here for Super Fast service A GREAT GIFT IDEA! TK’s April Students of the Month Karcher. Nickolas Kitzrow. Holly Klunder. Abigail Knkke. Alan Leite. Michael Mc­ Keown. Thomas Peiler, Heathr Punt. Emily Quisenberry, Aubrey Raymond. Sarah Rhoby. Alexander Robinson. Jonathon Schu­ maker, Stephanie Scott, Heather Sneller, Chelsea Snow. Bethany Stoerts, Amber Steorts, Tiffany Thaler, Kirsten VanDer­ Meer, Phillip VanSpronsen. Sarah Wolf, Joshua Wolter, Kyle Zatzke. Honor Students - Paul Adams, Caitlin Adams, Christopher Campbell, Emily Cook, Danielle Crawford, Jessica Dcemter, Pauline Galle, Franklin Glass, Brett Knight, Gina Niemchick, Joseph Owens. Kristie Pratt, Andrew Reeder, Shane Ridderikhoff, Whitney Robertson, Jamie Roesly, Marco SanchezDiaz, Kristin Seaman, Steven Slachter, Megan Steffen, Amy Turner, Melanie Warner, Missty Welker. See honor roll, pg. 20 The following individuals were chosen as Students of the Month for Apnl at Thornapple Kellogg High School: (front row. from left) Alan Leite, Mallory Egolf. Steve Slachter, (middle row) Megan Dutcher. Lindsey Wisniewski, Kara Hutchens, Jessica Griffith. Drew Townes. Brooke Riddenkhoff, Jennifer Burks, (back row) Mary Nichols. Amanda Bums. Brandon Popma. Andrew VanDerMeer. Thom Dettman and Matt Potter Cary Middlebush Rotary Student of the Month Joyce Domi re. foods and nutrition education instruc­ tor at Thornapple Kellogg High School. nominated senior Cary Middlebush, daughter of Mr. and Mrs. Keith and Cindy Middlebush of Middlebush of Middleville, as the Rotary Student of the Month for April. Cary was nominated for her academic, athletic and leadership abilities demon­ strated by the following accomplishments: Top 10 of the 2003 gradu­ ating class, class president for three years, 4-H member, church youth group member, Most Valuable Player and captain of tennis and volley­ ball teams, captain of softball team, member of the marching and jazz bands. National Honor Society member, National Youth Leadership Forum partici­ pant, National Honor Roll honors, “Who’s Who in America’s High School Cary Middlebush Students” honors, and histo­ ry award recipient. In addition, she was described as “a very kind, compassionate and caring young woman.” Future plans include an engineering major at the University of Michigan Come Home to... Riverland Ridge Color Copies Folding & Laminating Bock & White Copies Specialty Papers in the latest colors & textures available Film Processing 1351 N.Broadway (M-43) Hastings 269-945-9105 OPEN MON * FRI 8:30 « 6:00 • SAT 8:30 *1:00 M 37 South ID 84e S-ee* East to Alaska Sour 10 Aooao Dr East to fWUnd Rtoge • Caledonia SchooIS Contact Brian Martin (616) 891-2272 Cell (616) 291-3439 FINANCING THROUGH Famous Flooring �The Sun and News. MkJdlevtMe. MVMay 13. 2003/Page 11 Middleville sludge spill gets cleaned up quickly by Patricia Johns Staff Writer Anyone looking over the parking lot at the Village of Middleville Waste Water Treatment plant wouldn't know' that Clair “Charlie" Miller had a few exciting hours Thursday. May 8. Miller, the plant manager, was supervising the loading by a contractor of sludge, the end product of the waste water treatment process. This sludge is land applied on EP A approved locations. While the sludge was be­ ing pumped from the tank into the truck, the vehicle's hose burst, spilling between 750 and 1,000 gallons of waste on the parking lot. Miller reported the spill, as he is required by state law. and the spill was cleaned up by 5 p.m. last Thursday. “This was not an emer­ gency and we were able to dean it up quickly." Miller said. The next time Miller re­ ports to the members of the Village Council on opera­ tions at the plant, he will have more than just test re­ sults to report. (Reporter Susan feme re contributed to this story, f Summer swim lessons scheduled at TK pool In person registrations for Thornapplc Kellogg pool summer swim lessons begin Thursday. May 29. at 7 p.m. in the high school cafeteria. Enrollment is limited to residents of the TK school district. Call 795-3397 after the May 29 registration to see if any class openings are available. The following lessons arc scheduled to run from June 16to June 26. Sessions will be held Monday through Thursday giving students eight pool visits. Lessons are $20 per child and must be paid on registration. Two half-hour sessions of Level 1 lessons, water ex­ ploration for children 4 years old and older are scheduled at 9 a.m. and 9:30 a.m. Two Level 2 primary skills classes will be held. One 40-minute session be­ gins at 10 a.m. and the other at 10:45. Stroke readiness, level 3. will be held from 11:30 a.m. to 12:10 p.m. The Level 4 stroke devel­ opment and level 5 stroke refinement classes will be taught together from 12:15 to 12:55 p.m. Students must have passed the previous level be­ fore enrolling in a higher level. Classes must meet minimum enrollment to be held. TK High School Service Team cleans up baseball diamond Clean-up, Clean-up, everybody clean up is a phrase that members of the Thor­ napple Kellogg High School Service Team took to heart on May 8. The girls worked to get the baseball diamond at Spring Park in Middleville ready for play last night. This is the third project the service team completed this year Previous pro­ jects were a canned food drive and holiday decorations at Carveth Village Pic­ tured from left are Stevi Merrill. Kelli Zoet, Emily Zoet, Kara Hutchens and SaraLeigh Romanowski. TK PTO meets May 20 at middle school Due to construction at Page Elementary School the Thornapple Kellogg JPTO will meet Tuesday. May 20 at 7 p.m. in the library at the Thornapple Kellogg Middle School. The meeting begins with presentations from the three school board candidates. Tom Ward. Jimmy Nelson and incumbent Marty Wen­ ger. The regular meeting will follow. Katie Alverson and other I .caving yourjob* Don’t forget to take your retirement plan with you. members of the fund-raising committee encourages par­ ents to attend the meeting to help select the company for next year. The committee will present an overview of the four companies being considered. PTO meetings are open to parents of all students in the district in grades kindergar­ ten through 8. The new officers for the 2003-2004 school year will also be elected at this meet­ ing. There are openings in all schools. Anyone inter­ ested in learning more about the PTO can call acting ex­ ecutive president. Patricia Johns at 795-8739. The PTO will provide childcare at no charge to parents attending the meet­ ing It’s common practice to take an out of signt, out of mind attitude once you leave an employer But this isn’t a good approach to take with your retirement plan Consider a rollover mto an Edward Jones sell directed IRA Together we can put a plan m place to help make your retirement money work as hard as you do Call or stop by today to schedule a complimentary retirement plan review. & Drew Mcfaddee imestnwrt Representwwe 9185 Own VWWv ** S£ Suae E CWMWua Mi 49316 Bus 616891 11T3 X* Free 86689111?3 ww> eOwwckones com »*«■>■* Edwardjones Barber School open house set The Caledonia Historic Commission is inviting the community to an open house at the Barber School from 1 to 7 p.m. Monday . May 19. The school, at 164 years old. is the oldest school in Caledonia. The Barber School has had some recent repairs done. The community is in­ vited to “take a step back in time" and visit the school­ house. Barber School is regis­ tered in the 'Michigan One Room School House Asso­ ciation.* Located directly behind the Caledonia Fire Bam on Maple Street in Caledonia, the schoolhouse is normally open by appointment for suitors. Words on paper. They will always be the most powerful tools human beings use to communicate. They place no limits on how much we can say, and the furthest reaches of the imagination are the only limits on what we can show. They have the power to make complex ideas simple, and simple ideas powerful. We do more than read them, we hold them. And, from the advertising we see m publications to the letters we receive in the mail, the things we hold in our hands have the quickest routes to our hearts. Say It <96 Print. �Page 12/The Sun and News. Middled. Ml/May 13, 2003 Yankee Springs Plan Commission action prompts residents' wrath by Patricia Johns Staff Writer A room full of residents from the Norris and Bender road neighborhood com­ plained to the Yankee Springs Township Board about the actions of the Planning Commission at its May 1 work session. During that session the commission discussed planned unit development (PUD) plans presented by Jon Raymond for the KD residential project he hopes to build on acreage he pur­ chased last year. Raymond originally had asked to change the zoning to allow him to build 60-62 homes on one-acre lots, but the rczoning was denied. He has now designed a PUD with about 21 homes and open space. The neighbors asked for an impact study before the plan was approved and on May 1 the Planning Com­ mission tabled a decision on the issue and residents at that meeting went home. Following some later dis­ cussion, including whether impact studies were fair un­ less every developer was asked to complete one. the commission decided to re­ scind the impact study re­ quirement. Once residents heard about this action, be­ lieving it to be a sneaky move, they decided to attend the Township Board meet­ ing en mass to protest. "We've learned our les­ son. We won't leave meet­ ings early any more." one resident said. Others wanted to know what control the trustees had over the Planning Commission and whether they always ac­ cepted the recommendations of the commission. Township Supervisor Al McCrumb explained that the Planning Commission is an independent body that makes recommendations on planning and zoning issues. McCrumb also explained to residents that the town­ ship could not make it im­ possible for a landowner to develop his property as long as he was within the ordi­ nances. Residents said they are concerned they will lose their quality of life, in­ Quality Family Eye Care Since 1929 Bard Bloom, O.D. Scott Bloom, O.D. OPTOMETRISTS 2 Locations Hastings 1510 N. Broadway 945-2192 Wayland 216 N. Main 792-0520 MOST INSURANCE ACCEPTED creased traffic will lead to the paving of their gravel road and that the wildlife in the area w ill be affected. Trustees Mary Cook and Jack Finkbeiner (who serves on the Planning Commis­ sion) tried to explain the planning process to resi­ dents. Cook especially told the residents "don't give up’ and "you have made an im­ pact." The trustees also dis­ cussed with Bob Monroe the bill they have received from Triangle Engineering for what they believed was ap­ proval to pay the difference between eight-inch water main and the 12-inch water mam for the Manna devel­ opment on Patterson Road. Monroe explained that some of the additions that were made will help the wa­ ter system. Cook told him, "It would have been better if you had discussed this with us first.” More research into the pricing of this project will be done by Monroe and Tri­ angle, with the issue coming back at the June meeting. McCrumb announced that bids for the water tower were opened and the low bid of $547,000 comes from McGuire Construction of Sioux Falls. South Dakota. The other two bids re­ ceived were significantly higher. McCrumb also reported that he will be working with both sides on the Johnson Lagoon dredging project to see if it can be resolved. The Resident Theresa Wheeler of North Norns Road explains her concerns about the actions of the Planning Commission to Yankee Springs Township Board members township will probably not allow any other special as­ sessment districts for dredg­ ing or other water related is­ sues on the advice of their lawyer. TK Schools looking to save money on special ed busing by Patricia Johns Staff Writer Thornapple Kellogg Su­ perintendent Kevin Konarska. along with the superin­ tendents of the other 19 school districts in the Kent Intermediate School District, have been exploring ways to save money. One idea that has been discussed is having the KISD coordinate special education busing for all the individual school districts. This would result in signifi­ cant savings. Now each district may send several buses off with students who need the spe­ cial education services pro­ vided at schools throughout the district. This may be special services for children who are deaf or blind or who need other specialized services. If the KISD coordinated plans, this means that one bus might pick up three stu­ dents in one school district, two in another and seven in a third before arriving at the school. Only one bus would be transporting students instead of three. The KISD hopes to contract with the Dean Transportation company to do the scheduling, but the bus drivers would remain lo­ cal. Konarska met with TK special education drivers during this past week to dis­ cuss this proposal. He SERVING OUR COUNTRY Eric G. Holkeboer Marine Corps Pfc. Eric G. Holkeboer, son of Carol Holkeboer of Caledonia, re­ cently completed 12 weeks of basic training at Marine Corps Recruit Depot, San Diego designed to challenge new Marine recruits both physically and mentally. Holkeboer and fellow recruits began their training at 5 a.m., by running three miles and performing calis­ thenics. In addition to the physical conditioning pro­ gram. Holkeboer spent numerous hours in class­ room and field assignments which included learning first id, uniform regulations, combat water survival, marksmanship, hand-tohand combet and assorted weapons training. They per­ formed close order drill and operated as a small infantry­ unit during field training Holkeboer and other recruits aiso received in­ struction on the Marine Corps’ core values - honor, courage and commitment, and what the words mean m guiding personal and profes sional conduct. Holkerboer and fellow recruits ended the training phase with The Crucible, a 54-hour. team evolution cul­ minating in an emotional ceremony in which recruits are presented the Marine Corps Emblem, and addressed as ‘ Marine” for the first time in their careers Holkeboer is a 2001 grad­ uate of South Christian High School of Cutlerville, Mich. Benjamin J. Osborne Army Reserve Pvt. Benjamin J. Osborne has graduated from the petrole­ um supply specialist advanced individual training course at Fort Lee. Petersburg. Va. The student received instruction in receipt, stor­ age, issue, shipping, and dis­ tribution of petroleum, oil and lubricant products used by the Army. The course included training in petrole­ um and water accounting, operating equipment associ­ ated with fuels and water distribution; and fueling and defueling operations and procedures on vehicles, air­ craft and stationary equip­ ment. He is a 199*7 graduate of T. Kitts High School. Middleville stressed that the first goal was to provide the best pos­ sible educational outcome for students. The district would not agree to this coordinated plan if it would negatively impact drivers, he stressed. Estimated savings for Thornapplc Kellogg arc about $170,(MM). Savings arc possible due to the econo­ mics of scale and that the KISD may be able to cap­ ture special education funds more completely. The KISD has asked the individual districts to make the decision to join this co­ operative effort by the end of May. This issue was not sched­ uled to be decided at last night's board meeting but will come up for a vote later in the month. —.—,—,—.----Saving on home insurance is “No Problem.” undreds of thouMmh •of families arc laving money with Auto-Owncn Insurance for their home and mobile home protection Stop in and avk about quality pro­ tection. wtth flexi­ ble payment plan* and “No Problem" claim ervite ISSIIAMI HIM -*« ■* loaf BO6NKOUM vwifatiMd? Stop by and check out the large selection al Printing Plus 1351N. M-43 Hwy, Hastings Inthegrtylwn President 497 Arlington St (M-37) PO Box 99. Mtodtevtfte. Ml 49333 (269) 891-8208 (269) 795-3302 Toll free (800) 706-3302 Fax (616) 795-3939 �The Sun and News. Middlevihe. Ml May 13, 2003/Page 13 Contractors to file with Cal. Twp. to get in on bidding by Ruth Zachary Staff Writer The Caledonia Township Board discussed so many contract bids last Wednes­ day that board members, concerned over equal oppor­ tunity for participation, came up with a plan to com­ pile a file of local resources of companies available for such work. All area contractors are encouraged to contact the Township office at 8910070 to be in line to be noti­ fied of future bidding proc­ ess deadlines. The various contracts and bids discussed included: • A bid for lawn mainte­ nance approved for $16,030 by Absolute l>awn Care of Caledonia. The owner is Mike U)bezz(x) This was the lowest bid and both Treasurer Jill Cardwell and Clerk Pat Snyder said they thought someone with a previous history and known reputation might be a better choice. They were concerned over whether the company would know all that was needed in cemetery care as Absolute indicated no cemetery experience. Township Manager Dave Zylstra tried to solicit local bids and had obtained five. The library maintenance will still need to be added to the contract. Lobczzoo had indi­ cated he would be able to prepare the cemeteries for Memorial Day. Trustee Richard Robert­ son said he would like refer­ ences showing satisfied cus­ tomers. Supervisor Bryan Harri­ son said he would like to have a contract for one year only, with a renewable op­ tion. Trustee Bill Bravata volunteered to oversee the work. The township has consid­ ered hiring a maintenance person, and Harrison noted the cost was similar. Bravata mentioned the lights in the meeting hall go dim after while, and suggested chang­ ing them periodically. This would be something a regu­ lar employee could handle. • A bid for a Canon fax machine was approved for $875. • Parking lot maintenance bids were discussed, and the lowest of three bids was made by Parking Lot Main­ tenance Inc. in the Dutton Industrial Park in Caledonia. This company was more specific than the others per­ taining to work to be done, Zylstra said. The quotes were for seal­ ing and striping of parking lots for the township hall and fire barn. A repair is needed in the library parking lot as well. The total of the parts came to $25,485, roughly $7,000 under the other two bids. Zylstra said. Bravata suggested since it is not known what will hap­ pen with the fire barn, whether the department will stay in the building or move, that the individual costs should be separated out and the work there should not be done. He said the expense should be allocated to the Competition tough among finalists for Blueprint grants by Patricia Johns Staff Writer The Village of Mid­ dleville is one of the con­ tenders in the Blueprints for Michigan Downtown grant program and its application was well received, but the competition between com­ munities large and small for just four places is fierce. Other communities that submitted applications were Adrian. Allen Park. Baroda. Battle Creek. Brighton, Bu­ chanan. Cheboygan. Davi­ son, DeWitt, Fremont, Grand Haven. Grand Rap­ ids, Hartford, Howell. Iron Mountain, Jonesville, Mt., Pleasant, Norway, Scott­ ville, a joint application from Watervliet and Coloma /ind Wayland. The competition in the small community division is tougher, with nine commu­ nities trying for one posi­ tion. The winner of this com­ petition will work with the national downtown consult­ ing firm HyeftPalma to de­ velop a downtown strategic plan. The winners of the four communities participat­ ing in the program will be announced in June. This program is being funded jointly by the Michi­ gan Economic Development Corporation (MEDC), Michigan State Housing De­ velopment Authority and the Michigan Municipal League. fire department budget and a at $1,870. at about $100 Hendershot said last year decision made later when over the low bid. the crew had picked up more is known. In other business Wednes­ about 6.000 pounds of trash. Harrison said the fire day evening, the Township The effort w ill cover about trucks gave the parking lot Board: 100 miles of river this year, much heavier use. and per­ • Announced an opening he said, with about 75 miles haps the specifications for a new township zoning on the Thornapple and 25 on should be deeper. enforcement officer, follow - the Coldwater. It was mentioned that mg the resignation of the Lunch is to be served at some crack filling was done previous officer May. 5. A Tyden Park, with a huge last year, but it did not prove position posting and specifi­ roast beast feast. to be adequate. cations will be advertised The event is expected to Resident Don Miesen said soon. The search committee be a family activity, and day he thought the specs and ex­ will oversee the selection of fun. but Hendershot asked pectations should be adver• Passed a resolution of that any children be accomtised more widely to give support for the cleanup of pamed by an adult. more local businesses a the Thornapple River and There will be tents, speak­ chance to do the work. Mie­ Festival to be held Saturday. ers and displays at the Thor­ May 17, in Hastings. sen previously had sug­ napple Festival. Leo Hendershot, who gested posting bids with the • Discussed the test site serves on the committee, Builder's Exchange. for a new township web Cardwell agreed, though said the festival would begin page, now up and running. she said she thought Zylstra early in Hastings, with Cardwell encouraged resi­ had done an excellent job breakfast at the Moose dents to contact the address getting bids. Others con­ Lodge from 6:30 to 7:30. and give feedback. She said The cleanup volunteers curred. information is still being A suggestion to keep a would disperse to start work added to the site. on their length of river at register of businesses inter­ The address is: ested in doing work for the 9:30. picking up trash and httpTww w addorio.com/cale township was made. It was debris until about noon. doniatwp. agreed to keep a file of names of local resources. • A bid for interior office painting was approved. A Attorney at Law decision to paint all of the offices as a part of ongoing maintenance needs was agreed on. The offices were BANKRUPTCY last painted in 1992 with the exception of the base coat on recent office renovations. 629 W State St. Phone: 269-945-3885 Nationwide Painting Inc. Suite 203 Fax: 269-945-4444 was chosen to do the work TIA deGOA, ESQ. Hastings, Ml 49058 Cherry Valley E-mail HastingslawOvoyager net Greenhouse West Michigan's Most Inspiring Retail Gardening Experience! 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Session I: June 16-July 3_____________________________ Skip Pike Eel Monday/Wedncsday: 9:45-10:25 a.m. Monday/Wednesday: 10:30-11:10 a.m. 1:00-1:40 p.m. Tucsday/Thursday: Monday/Wednesday: 10:30-11:10 a.m. Ray Starfish Monday/Wednesday: 9:45-10:25 a.m. Tuesday/Thursday: Guppy Minnow Monday/Wednesday: 1:00-1.40 p.m. Tucsday/Thursday: 9:45-10:25 a m. Tuesday/Thursday: Polllwag 1:00-1:40 p.m. 10:30-11:10 a.m. Monday/Wrednesday: 1:00-1:40 p.m. Tuesday/Thursday: 9:45-10:25 a.m. PIKE (3 to 5 years old) Water adjustment and beginning swim skills Fish/Flying Fish EELS (3 to 5 vrurs old) Builds on the skills of Pike Tuesday/Thursday: 10:30-11:10 a m. RAYS (3 to 5 years old) Builds on the skills of Eel Beginner stroke, backstroke. treading water and diving FIVEWEEK SESSIONS (Swim once a week for 5 weeks) Session I: June 16-July 19__________________________ Monday: Saturday: 6:00-6:40 p.m. 9:45-10:25 a m Monday: Saturday: Saturday: 6:45-7:25 p.m. 6:00-6:40 p.m. 9 -l » 10 25 a m. Monday: Saturday: 6:00-6:40 p.m. 6:45-7:25 p.m 9:45-10:25 a m Monday: Tuesday: Saturday: Monday Wednesday. Saturday: Tuesday: Saturday: 6:45-7:25 p.m. 10 :30-11:10 a m Wednesday: Monday: Wednesday: Saturday: 6:45-7:25 p.m. 6:45-7.25 p.m 10:30-11:10 a m Tuesday: Wednesday: 6:00-6:40 p.m. Wednesday: 6:00-6:40 p.m. Saturday: MINNOW (6 to 12 years old) Stroke technique, endurance, breaststroke, elementary’ backstroke, diving, undeiwater swimming 6:45-7:25 p.m. 6:00-6:40 p.m. FLYING FISH (6 to 12 years old) Stroke technique, endurance, butterfly cixirdina tion, and flip turns 9:00-9:40 a.m. SHARK (6 to 12 years old) Stroke technique, endurance, sidestroke. Life saving skills are key elements taught at this level. Fish/Flying Fish 6:45-7:25 p.m. GUPPY (6 to 12 years old) This program builds on the Polliwog skills FISH (6 to 12 years old) Stroke technique, endurance, dolphin kick, butterfly arms, and breaststroke coordination Minnow Fish/Flying Fish FIsh/Flylng Fish 6:00-6:40 p.m. 9:00-9:40 a m. Starfish Guppy Polliwog Tuesday: 6:00-6:40 p.m. 9:00-9:40 a m 10 :30-11:10 a m Ray Eel POLLIWOG (6 to 12 years old) Introducing the skills of swimming: front float, back float, and paddle stroke Pike & Parent Pike Skip PIKE & PARENT (3 to 5 years old) Teaches water adjustment. Parent/guardian must attend. V^PHRTC at the Soul I Ul Ull IV 730 Forest Hill S. SUMMER T-BALL & ROLLER HOCKEY June 16-August 1 Early Registration Deadline: May 22 Registration Deadline: June 2 Partic ipants will improve playing skills, make new friends, and play games against other teams and parents. During this 6 week program, participants will be put on teams by grade, school, age, and they will meet once during the week for practice and once for a game T-BALL: Pre-K-K (4 and 5 year olds only) Choose Mondays or Tuesdays (game days) • 6:00 p.m77:15 p.m. Coaches will coordinate practice days after teams are formed. YOUTH ROLLER HOCKEY Grades 16 June 24-July 29 Registration Deadline: June 18 Meet Jot 1 hr to play games during this 6 week program Teams formed by age and grade, depending on the number of registrations (Required equipment: helmet, roller blades, elbow/knee pads - stick optional.) SUMMER SPORTS CAMPS AT THE SOUTHEAST YMCA PRESCHOOL CAMPS (PreK and K) 9:00 a.m.-12:00 noon Each camp is one week tn length, meeting on Monday Wednesday & Friday. All camps will include a Jull morning of educational work, fun, learning, games, and a mid-morning snack break (Participants must bnng own snack ) All paniapants will receive a YMCA Youth Sports Camp t-shirt during their week at Sports Camp Week 1 - June 16. 18. 20 (Basketball) Week 2 - June 23. 25, 27 (Soccer) Week 3 - July 7.9. 11 (Supersports) Week 4 - July 14. 16. 18 (Basketball) Week 5 - July 21. 23. 25 (Baseball* Week 6 - July 28. 30, Aug 1 (Soccer) Week 7 - August 4, 6. 8 (Supersports) Week 8 - August 11. 13. 15 (Soccer) SCHOOL-AGE (lst-6th) 9:00 a.m.-3:00 p.m. Camps will include a full morning of educational work, fun, and learning The afternoons will consud of a lunch, games, scrimmages, and ending the day with swimming All participants will receive a YMCA Youth Sports Camp t-shirt during their week at Sports Camp For an additional fee we offer before-camp care from 7-9 a m and after-camp care from 3-6 p.m From 7 a.m -2 p.m. daily the camp will be at Forest Hill School every day, then the camp will move (via bus) to the Southeast YMCA for swimming and after care Week 1: June 16-20 (Basketball) - register by June 13 Week 2: June 23-27 (Soccer) - register by June 20 Week 3: July 7-11 (Supersports) - register by June 27 Week 4: July 14-18 (Basketball) - register by July 11 Week 5: July 21-25 (Baseball) - register by July 18 Week 6: July 28-Aug 1 (Soccer) - register by July 25 Week 7: August 4-8 (Supersports) - register by Augu^ Week 8: August 11-15 (Soccer) - register by August 8 CALL THE SOUTHEAST YMCA TODAY AT 285-9077! �The Sun and News. MOdkaviUe. MVMay 13. 2003/Page 15 ns for the Caledonia Area! LfCA Camp Manitou-Lin YI* ■2267 Camp Manitou-Lin: Call 1-888Resident_ Campr®*" ”^£2lDay7 Campp^J 7^’' _ . _ . , 1 JT 'D<w C«**F t Magic Resident Camp ^14! tars 7-11) _____ ■oys and girls ages 7-11 will spend their days in the great outdoors and their nights curled up in bunk beds Every day will bring your child the chance to try something exciting and new, like reaching the top of the Ocean Side on the climbing tower, riding Tornado on the trails, or picking up a bow and •now' for the very first time Each afternoon ends with a cool dip in (beautiful Barlow Lake Evenings are filled with innovative programs such as tajan hunts, Water Fondue, Boof, overnight adventures, and the never forgotten Classic. Capture the Flag Teen Resident Camp (tiers 12-14) All leens. ages 12-14, as a community, are given more freedom in developing itheir own weekly schedule and exciting evening activities These overnight campers enjoy all their old favontes and look forward to being the only campers who go water-skiing and tubing on our crystal -clear lake Teens •Iso take the ultimate adventure on our outdoor high ropes course Horse Resident Camp (ages 8-14) Ifrom the new horse enthusiast to the more experienced, each participant will be instructed in western horseback riding, horse care, and general horse knowledge at a level appropriate to their expenence. Campers will also enjoy swimming, hiking, canoeing, and many other camp activities ONE WEEK CAMPS Kinder Day Camp 16! (ages 4-5) This ideal program for your youngster's first camping expenence is specifically designed for this age group’s curiosity and energy They w ill participate in traditional camp activities tailored to their skill and ability level A hot and nutritionally balanced lunch is included. Magic Day Camp (ages 6-11) Magic Day Campers will spend their day enjoying the great outdoors Sports, nature, archery, canoeing, arts & crafts, the climbing tower, and cooling off in beautiful Barlow Lake are a few of the highlights. Activities are age appropriate and designed for the interests of this active age group Each week will have a special theme so campers that spend multiple weeks with us have a new expenence each day Our enthusiastic and well trained staff models the YMCA core values of caring, honesty, respect, and responsibility A hot and nutritionally balanced lunch is included. Teen Day Camp (ages 12-14) Teen campers design their weekly schedule from all the traditional camp activi­ ties to special Teen Camp highlights including water skiing, tubing, our high ropes course, and the zip line A hot and nutritionally balanced lunch is included. Horseback Riding Day Camp (ages 8-14) From the new horse enthusiast to the more experienced, each participant will be instructed in western horseback riding, horse care, and general knowledge at a level appropriate to their current experience. Campers will enjoy many other traditional camp activities. A hot and nutntionally balanced lunch is included. Day Camp Bus Route Bus transportation is available for an additional fee for Day Campers at many convenient locations’ Southeast Branch YMCA Cascade Village Square (28th£ Kettle Lake Elementary ™ Raphaela’s by Pagano’s (Caledo PICK-UP 7:15 a m 7:35 a m. 7:55 a m 8:10 a m. DROP OH 5:45 5:30 5:10 4:50 CALL CAMP MANITOU-UN AT 1-888-909-2267! p.m. p.m. p.m. p.m. �Page 1&The Sun and News. Middleville. Ml/May 13. 2003 PUD development proposal draws objections by Ruth Zachary Staff Writer The Caledonia Village Planning Commission fielded comments from resi­ dents over a controversial 38-acrc PUD development proposed by Wesleyan As­ sociates between Kinsey and 100th Street. Bob and John Tol pre­ sented their initial request to rczonc the parcel owned by Calvin Kooiker from Ag. agricultural to R-2. medium density single family resi­ dential. The village master plan, completed about two years ago had designated that area of town eventually to be built in R-2 bousing. No decision was made following the public hear­ ing, though commissioners’ comments about the pro­ posal followed, and a work­ shop to work out other op­ tions between the commis­ sion and the developers is planned for 7 p.m. Tuesday. May 20. The commission could decide to leave the parcel in ag zoning, or con­ sider rczoning to R-l or R 2. Until there is an agreeable plan, there will not be a fa­ vorable commission recom­ mendation to the council. Public comment would be heard in later stages of the process, including site plan reviews. A different PUD be considered in the future, with another public hearing. Bob Tol. said if zoned for R-2. a subsequent rezoning from R-2 to a Planned Unit Development (PUD) would be asked for, one for a hous­ ing density of about 3.45 units per acre, with a total of 116 single family homes and 24. two-family condo units. The proposed develop­ ment would have a rectan­ gular layout of streets and lots. Homes would average 1,300 to 1,500 square feet in size. There would be two outlets on Kinsey and one on 100th Street, when all phases had been built. Traf­ fic would be routed onto Kinsey for the first phases. One drive would line up op­ posite Maple Street, which is expected to absorb some VILLAGE OF MIDDLEVILLE PUBLIC MEETING NOTICE Please be advised the Village of Mridtevrtle Zoning Board of Appeals will consider a use variance application on property at 207 t ast Main Street also known as parcel No 002-003 The meeting will be held Wednesday May 21 2003. commencing at 7 00 p.m in Village Hall at 100 E Main Street The property owner, Barbara Gray, is seeking a use variance on the subject parcel to convert the building from commercial use on the lower level with an apartment upstairs to a two-tamily occupancy (one living unit upstairs, one living unit down­ stairs) The property is currently zoned C-1 Central Business District, which does not permit two-famity dwellings Any interested person may attend the meeting to offer com­ ments on the use variance application or may wnte to the Village Board of Appeals at 100 E Main Street. Middleville. Ml 49333 Village of Middleville Zoning Board of Appeals Bette Koeplinger Secretary 322 of the traffic. Fifteen percent. 5.67 acres, was dedicated to green or park space, includ­ ing a small pond on the property and a baseball dia­ mond area used by the schools. Detention areas are planned to handle drainage. Tol said the basic concept was to offer small affordable housing and lots to small families and seniors. Bob Tol defended the higher density, advocating cluster housing over urban sprawl on two-acre lots He said he liked city housing. He said it made economic sense for people with lower salaries, or the elderly, who wanted an op­ tion other than manufactured housing, and who wanted to live in their own homes. "These are pleasant houses and this is a pleasant layout," he said. John Tol explained these homes would run in the $130,000 to $140,000 range. "What is allowed is 165 lots, or 4.9 units per acre, with the 15 percent open space. He said instead of 27 du­ plexes they were proposing 24. "I think we are doing really good as far as not making this as dense as we could." Bob Tol said they were open to other options. He said, however, that if the number was reduced to 60 or 70 homes on the parcel under R-l, it would not be profitable to develop the property. Village Planning Consult­ ant Mark Sisson said Cale­ donia would not remain a rural village forever and ul­ timately, the property would be developed. "You have to accept that in a village there is going to be a higher density than in the township. If it doesn’t go in the cities or villages, it would go elsewhere in the CHARTER TOWNSHIP OF CALEDONIA COUNTY OF KENT, MICHIGAN PUBLIC NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that on May 19 2003, al 700 p m . the Planning Commission of the Charter Townshp of Caledonia will hold a pubic hearing al the Caledonia Township and Village HaB. 250 South Maple Street. Caledonia Michigan, on the apptcafion of James Steketee for the rezonmg of lands from the Planned Unit Development Dtstnct m accor­ dance with the Ftrial Development Plan of the M-37 Business Park East PUD and the A Agricultural District to the C-2 General Business Dtstnct Such lands are located at approximately 7350 Broadmoor Avenue. S E . and are legally described as follows Part ol the Southwest 1/4. Section 8 T5N. R10W described as commencing at the South 1/4 comer of said Section 8. thence S88"5119"W 45 25 teet along the South tene of said SW 1/4. thence N0010 51 "W 350 00 teet parallel with the East Ime of said SW 1/4 thence S88*51 19"W 635 95 feet to the East hne of Broadmoor Avenue (M-37). thence N26*59*39"W 143 73 teet along sari East kne thence N87«4818*E 10 30 «eet thence N02*42'i8*E 646 00 feet thence S881O18"W 22 65 teet to the place of begmnmg of tfws descriptor. thence S88*1O'18*W 343 30 teet to the East ime of Broadmoor Avenue (M-37). thence Northwesterly 1502 02 teet along sari East Ime on a 43.155 48 loot radius curve to the teh the chord of when bears N28*35'20'W 1501 85 teet thence S59*I6X»"W 2 5i teet along a jog n the R O W width of Broadmoor Avenue (M-37) thence N29*33*50"W 215 90 teet along the East kne ot Broadmoor Avenue (M-37). thence S88e58*29’E 352 75 teet along the North kne ot sari SW 1/4 of Secton 8 thence S28*35^0"E 1708 97 toet to the place ol beginning Caledonia Townshc Kent County Mcfwgan Al interested persons may attend the pubtac hearing and be heard wrth regard to the requested rezonmg Written comments concerning the proposed rezonmg may be submoed to me Township office at the above staled address up to the fcme of the pubic heermg 'You have to accec' toat r a viage there is going to be a Ngher oensity than r the townshc If it doesn't go n toe caesor viages. it would go elsewhere r toe townshps. Puffing densities r toe areas where there are ufiktes is your responsibly’ -Marti Sisson. Caledonia vdage planner townships. Putting densities in the areas where there are utilities available is your re­ sponsibility." Because it is already planned to become R-2. it would be hard to justify re­ versing the master plan to R1, he said. However, Sisson said holding the ag designation could be supported, by lack of supporting infrastructure, like the roads. It could re­ main as is until conditions were suited to rezoning. Sisson said the commis­ sion must decide "how does the area develop, address the valid concerns, and balance the various interests, whether it's this plan or an­ other plan five years from now." Sisson said the entire site would be denuded and re­ shaped. and anything cre­ ated would not be a natural feature. Features like grad­ ing. adding 15 to 20 feet of fill, cul-de-sacs, re configur­ ing the pond and marsh to be smaller, but deeper, re­ routing run-off toward the street, increasing the water velocity off the site, all would need evaluation as to whether results were benefi­ cial or not. Sisson said R-2 zoning al­ lowed lots of 10,000 square feet minimum. After streets and topical variations are taken out about 120 to 130 lots would possibly result on the parcel, whereas the de­ veloper is proposing up to 156, under the PUD but there would be no open space. With a PUD and open space, the incentive to the developer might allow more lots. A PUD might also fa­ cilitate achieving other beneficial features the vil­ lage would want, he said. He said a PUD asks for 15 percent or more open space, and up to a maximum 4.9 dwelling units per acre. That would not be the final result after roads, natural features, and other details are laid out. He said that density was not an entitle­ ment. Sisson said the open space might need to be re­ evaluated in terms of num­ bers and the intent of the or­ dinance. Ownership of the school ball park must be verified. Design, neighbor­ hood integrity, compatibil­ ity, natural features, and other factors must be put in perspective. Minimum floor areas re­ quired arc 1.000 square feet, with 750 square feet on the first floor. The development plans an average 960 square feet on the first floor, Sisson said. Sisson said 20 feet be­ tween homes (sides) is re­ quired. Front and back set backs are 25 feet. A seven­ foot side yard was asked for in the suggested PUD site plan. He said the commis­ sion might still require the 20 feet distance between homes, through creative lay­ out, by staggering or laying out the blocks in a different way. A subdivision control or­ dinance asks for streets at 250 feet apart, but Sisson thought perhaps 180 feet might work better with the density proposed to increase side distances and shorten back and front distances. He said the 150 dwelling units would generate about 1,000 extra trips per day on the roads, spread over the day, a manageable number. Some of the public com­ ments against the proposal: • Density. Village resi­ dents appeared to be accept­ ing of some development, but not the density proposed for this PUD. • Country siftage charac­ ter. Compatibility with sur­ rounding areas and preserva­ tion of rural atmosphere was asked for. Even in the his­ toric part of the village, homes are not 14 feet apart and the townhouses off Ma­ ple street arc not on top of each other, it was pointed out. Some said the layout of­ fered no gradual transition to the much less populated areas around it. Cutting the trees on the proposed devel­ opment w as disliked. Resident Stephen Duren defended the historical con­ text and character of the vil­ lage. which would be detri­ mentally altered by the cookie-cutter design of the houses to be lined up on the boundary of the 150-ycarold Kinsey home site "like boxcars." where Duren and Victoria Peabody live. Sisson Liter suggested the village might ask for a 50foot buffer area at the boundary of the develop ment to help create a better transition from agricultural character on neighboring property to the higher den­ sity in the project. • Traffic: Some insisted 100th and Kinsey Streets arc in p<xir condition and should be upgraded prior to allow­ ing development. Mark Sisson, said county improvements to 100th would include adding a 10foot right of way on both sides, and losing ancient trees lining the road. Resident Cherry Bolt asked, "Why would you want to mow down all the trees, that’s such a small part of Caledonia that we have left?" She concluded, "I thought zoning was there to protect you from something like this Most of us arc just horrified by this plan." Continued next page CHARTER TOWNSHIP OF CALEDONIA COUNTY OF KENT, MICHIGAN PUBLIC NOTICE !S HEREBY GIVEN that on May 19,2003, at 7:00 pm , the Planning Commission ot the Charter Township ot Caledonia wiM hold a public hearing at the Caledonia Township and Village Hal, 250 South Maple Street. Caledonia. Michigan, on the application ot Donald R Bushetd tor special land use so as to permit the establishing and operation ot a home based business consisting ot a welding and fabricating business, as to which approximately hart ot the busmess activity would occur on site and the other hart thereof would occur at other loca tons if approved the home based business would be subject to the mmmum requirements tor the home based business as stated m Section 16 5(j) of the Township Zoning Ordtoance The lands as to which the special land use is requested are located m the R-1 District, are common^ described as approximately 6965 - 84th Street and are legally described as tortows The South 417 teet of the Southeast 14 of Section 16. Town 5 North. Range 10 West, except the East 1.250 teet thereof and also except the West 1,068 teet thereof, Caledonia Township, Kent County, Michigan Ah interested persons may attend the pubtac hearing and be heard with regard to the request­ ed special land use Written comments concerning the proposed rezonmg may be submitted to the Townshto office, at the above stated address, up to the time of the pubtac hearing Dated May 8, 2003 Dated Aprt 25. 2003 PLANNING COMMISSION OF THE VILLAGE OF CALEDONIA PLANNING COMMISSION OF THE CHARTER TOWNSHIP OF CALEDONIA 324 326 �The Sun and News. Middleville. Mi.May 13. 2003/Page 17 safety issues created for the From previous page children. Of village residents living • Stormwater: Drainage on 100th Street, many prefer off the property from filled it remains unpaved. A resi­ areas sloping toward neigh­ dent on 100th and Kinsey boring lots, including some said improvements would that flood occasionally was mean removal of his home another concern. A develop­ because of proximity to the ment road near the penmeter streets. would have adverse drain­ Road improvements made age impacts, and unwanted by the developer along the headlights, noise and gen­ property perimeters or en­ eral disturbance would, re­ trances were suggested. Tol sult residents warned. said they would be willing • Future maintenance of to discuss it. the open space was ques­ A four-way stop was sug­ tioned. (Bob Tol answered gested for the proposed Ma­ that maintenance would be a ple/ Kinsey intersection by built-in cost to the landown­ Dale I .angst ra. who com­ ers association). Commis­ plained about excessive sion estimates were that speeds. maintenance costs would be • A traffic study by $40 to $50 per year, per resi­ MDOT was requested for dent. added traffic impacts on • Senior housing: This is 100th and M-37, and need only a possibility at this for a traffic signal was stage. It is unclear if a senior stressed, but is not a village care facility or senior hous­ decision. ing would compete with a • Cul-de-sacs were ob­ proposal made in the past jected to as unsafe for new for another development residents. south east of the M-37/100th Cul-de-sacs would be 800 Street intersection. Garden to 1,200 feet in length. Sis­ Grove. son said. The Tols wished to avoid • Green Space and wet­ duplication, but said they lands: A dam would be built arc open to an alternative and fill would be put into proposal if this need is con­ the wetlands. An existing firmed. pond and wetland to be al­ Tol explained, such a fa­ tered by the developer's cility must be built by some­ grading and fill should not one specialized in that field, be counted as part of the with plans to operate it on green space. Citizens that property. A third party claimed the area was not would buy the lot and con­ buildable, and would be pro­ tract someone to build it. tected. Some contested the Sherry Crawford, who developer's estimate that the works with Caledonia senior pond and marsh area is one citizens, said a senior living to four acres, and is unregu­ facility is wanted. She said lated so preserving the pond many of them have no place is optional. to go when they can no Opinions on how the longer live in their homes. pond should look ranged "Please keep in mind, we from natural to manicured really need some place for and fenced. our seniors.” • School land: Whether • Public utilities: There the school has an easement were many questions about or owns the land used for public utilities. Some village the school baseball diamond residents living near the pro­ at the west was not clear. posed development still do Some claimed some open not have sewer service on space was not owned by village lines. Many residents Kooikcr. still have their own wells. Bob Tol said the plan al­ Daryl Boltz was concerned lowed continued use of the the additional water use playground. would deplete their well wa­ Sue Berencsi expressed ter source. concern over the proximity The township public well of the planned streets to the is about 260 feet deep, and school play area, and the uses water from a different aquifer than private wells. Sisson explained The developer would pay for installation of sewer lines from an outlet on Ma­ ple Street. This could lower individual sewer user costs to all. by providing services to more customers. Water would come from the system lines to the west. The combined cost of both water and sewer would be about $6000 per customer. Tol said. • Educational impacts: Victoria Peabody, a teacher, said the country environ­ ment with domestic and wildlife was reflected in the knowledge her school chil­ dren had about their natural world, as compared to urban children. Most w ho came to speak did not stay to listen to com­ missioners' comments. Village Planning Com­ missioners' comments: • Chairman Al Niles said in an area which had been agricultural, the farms had all gone except one or two.couldn't stay that way forever, and the R-2 zoning in the master plan would de­ fine future development. He said the people attend­ ing were against the pro­ posed density and rezoning. "There wasn't one soul that said they wanted it." The developer asked, "Was the whole village here?" They were not, but if any people were in favor, they were not present to ex­ press it. • Commissioner Bill Neilly said he expected the population in Caledonia to be in excess of 30,000 in five years. He said among the alternatives that could be proposed, this was a good one. He said another devel­ opment might demand to put in a mobile home park. He said he was impressed with the presentation. "1 think they will work with us." • Village Trustee Dan Er­ skine affirmed state law re­ quires the village allocate some place in its boundaries for such zoning. He said everyone wants to do what they want with their own property. 30 year resident Sue Ber- CHARTER TOWNSHIP OF CALEDONIA COUNTY OF KENT, MICHIGAN PUBLIC NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that on May 19 . 2003 at 700 pm the Planning Commission of the Charter Townshp of Caledonia wd hold a puttee heanng at the Caledonia Township and Village Ha*. 250 South Maple Street Caledonia Mchigar. on the appbeabon ot DenHartigh and Sleketee Partners tor the rezonmg ot lands from the A Agricultural District to the R-3 Medium Density Multiple Family District Such lands are located at approxmatefy 7400 Broadmoor Avenue. S E . and are legally desenbed as kteows Part ot the Southwest 1/4. Section 8. T5N. R10W desenbed as begnnng at the S 1/4 comer ot said Section 8 thence S88*5i'19"W 45 25 teef along toe South me ot sato SW 1/4. thence NO0*iO,5l"W350 00lee<p*a»ei wth the East hneot sad SW 1/4 thence S88*5T19*W 635 95 teet to the East bne ot Broadmoor Avenue (M-37) thence N26*5039’W 143 73 teet along sato East hne thence N87‘4818’E 10 30 teet thence NO2*4Z18T 646 00 teef thence S88*1O'18’W 22 65 teet thence N28‘35 20"W 1708 97 teet thence S88"58'29"E 1438 63 teet along toe North bne ot said SW 1/4 ot Sectoon 8 to the NW comer ot Cherrywood Estates (Kent County Condomruum Subdnsson Plan No 455) thence SOOHCTSl’E 1318 97 teet along toe West tne ot Cherrywood Estates, thence N88*54S4*E 100 00 teet along toe South bne ot Cherrywood Estates thence SOO*1051"E 1318 87 teet along toe East bne olsatoSW i/4o< Section 8 to toe ptace at be^nrwig Caledonia Townstup Kent County. Mctegan Al interested persons may attend toe puttee heanng and be neard ateh regard to ne requested rezorung Written comments concerning toe proposed rexorvng may be submated to toe fownshp office at the above-staled address up to toe tvne ot toe puttee heanng Dated Apr* 25 2003 PLANNING COMMISSION OF THE encsi said the owner was be­ ing asked to come up with a plan that was compatible with surrounding uses, and not denying him use. • Commissioner Steve Gilbert said one option would be to not rezone the parcel to R-2. but to R-l which would allow about a maximum of 70 homes, half those in the PUD proposal. He believed that was what the residents wanted. • Commissioner Scott Williamson said the pro­ posed plan was too dense. He voiced disappointment that many people objecting to the proposal had not taken part in the master planning process with three well pub­ licized public hearings. Niles said he agreed, but was not sure news notices are seen by everyone and suggested a direct mailing might get better resident participation. Commissioner Will Rob­ ertson said he was con­ cerned over houses planned at only 14 feet apart for safety reasons. • Commissioner Karen Wells said the commission was required to provide for different densities in the vil­ lage, including mobile homes. "Knowing development is going to happen, what is the best way we can guide that so it makes sense in our community?" Wells said the developers came in good faith and had continually expressed a will- ingness to negotiate. She said options included rezoning the parcel as R-l. creating a different character than that discussed on May 6. R-2. with wall to wall housing, or a PUD with greater density but with ne­ gotiated features. She said she personally had opted to live on a smaller lot and in a smaller home because its what she could afford, because "Cale­ donia is an awfully nice place." She was not sure the mas­ ter plan was wrong, "is there a way to get an R-2 plan that is acceptable to the neigh­ borhood? What are the com­ promises ... and can we get the things that are important to the community? Do we have enough here that its worth asking Bob Tol back here with a plan?" Commissioner Nick Un­ ger said he believed the changes on Kinsey and 100th was inevitable. He said he did not like the pro­ posed density, and would prefer to see R-l with 60 or 70 homes on the parcel. He said he had talked to the Road Commission engi­ neer. who said the county had no money to upgrade 100th Street or extend it to Kraft They would require money from the village or township for a study, and a large contribution from else­ where. The effort failed a few years ago. he said. "Kinsey is in bad shape. Any more traffic there is go­ ing to make it worse." Commissioner Karen Mortenson said perhaps the See PUD proposal, pg. 19 PUBLIC ’S- NOTICE The Village ot Middleville Department of Puttee Works, will be flushing fire hydrants starting on Tuesday, the week of May 26. beginning at 7 00 am and continuing throughout the week until completed Village water customers may expen ence some discoloration, and or pressure difference while this regular maintenance is being done Usually letting the tap run for a few minutes will clear up any discoloration The water remains potable dunng this process If you have any quos tions please feel free to contact the Department of Public Works at 795-2094 Village staff appreciates your patience in our endeavor to bang you the highest quality water possible 327 CHARTER TOWNSHIP OF CALEDONIA COUNTY OF KENT, MICHIGAN PUBLIC NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that on MAY 19, 2003, at 7:00 pm, the Planning Commission of the Charter Township of Caledonia will hold a public hearing at the Caledonia Township and Village Hall. 250 South Maple Street. Caledonia, Michigan, concerning ordinances to amend the Zoning Ordinance of the Charter Township of Caledonia. The principal provisions of the proposed amending ordinances are the following: 1 Proposed Amending Ordinance No. 1 This ordinance amends Chapter IV, Zoning Districts, so as to list recently adopted districts and to make other minor amendments Chapters V, VI, VII, VIII and X, covering the A Agricultural District, the R-R Rural Residential District, the R-1 Low Density Single Family District, the R-2 Medium Density Single Family District,! the R-3 Medium Density Multiple Family District and the F Flood Plain District are also amended in part, including amendments in permit­ ted uses, special land uses, district regulations and minimum required conditions In the case of the F Flood Plain District, certain definitions are to be deleted from that dis trict but are to be included in Chapter II of the Zoning Ordinance 2. Amending Ordinance No. 2 This ordinance would amend Chapters XI, XII, Xlll and XIV, covering the C-1 Neighborhood Business District, the C-2 General Business District, the 1-1 Light Industrial District and the 1-2 Industrial District, respectively The amending ordinance sets forth amendments in these zone districts with respect to per­ mitted uses, special land uses, district regulations, minimum required conditions and other matters 3 Proposed Amending Ordinance No. 3 This ordinance amends Chapter XVI, cov­ ering special land uses, in its entirety The amended provisions include the intent and purpose of special land use provisions, procedures for applications and public hear­ ings; standards for considering special land uses and minimum design standards for each of the special land uses available tor consideration and approval m each of the zone districts of the Township Other amended provisions include expiration of special land uses, reapplication for special land uses and other provisions 4 Proposed Amending Ordinance Nq. 4 This ordinance amends Chapter II, per­ taining to definitions; Chapter III. covering general provisions, and Chapter XXIX on site condominiums Various definitions in Chapter II are revised and additional defini­ tions are included In Chapter III, there are proposed amendments in general provi­ sions pertaining to single family dwellings lot width to depth ratio, building setbacks, lake access and frontage srte grading, mobile homes and manufactured homes and other general provisions The amending ordinance also includes new Chapter XXIX. pertaining to site con­ dominiums The provisions include the procedures tor approval of site condominiums by the Planning Commission and Township Board, the standards for approval of srte condominiums: revisions in approved condominium plans and other matters concern­ ing the review and approval of srte condominiums Copies ot tne amending ordinances are on Lie in the Township office and may be reviewed by interested persons during Township office hours AH interested persons may attend the public heanng and comment on the proposed amending ordinances. Written comments can be sutxnrtted to the Township office, at the above-stated address, up to the time of the public heanng Dated Apnl 25. 2003 PLANNING COMMISSION OF THE CHARTER TOWNSHIP OF CALEDONIA CHARTER TOWNSHIP OF CALEDONIA 325 323 �Page 18/The Sun and News, M«ddteviUe Ml/May 13. 2003 Delayed D&W construction affects Jasonville traffic by Ruth Zachary Staff Writer Phases 8 and 9 of the Ja­ sonville Farms residential development were given preliminary plat review rec­ ommendation May 5 by the Caledonia Township Plan­ ning Commission. The property is located east of M-37 and south of 84th Street, southeast of the intersection of private streets. Rainbows End Road and Hayfield Road Jim Milanowski. engineer for these phases of the pro­ ject. made the presentation to the commission and said the reason for proceeding with the two phases is that all design aspects, as well as execution, need to be done together “There is substantial grad­ ing to be done...” and bar­ row pit reclamation into the residential subdivision is planned. Preliminary approvals were said to have been given by the Kent County Drain Commission. Kent CountyRoad Commission, the Michigan Department of En­ vironmental Quality and the township engineer. Mila­ nowski said the Road Com­ mission did not want Morn­ ingview to continue, but it would continue as Rainbows End Road to the extremity of the project. The Road Commission also will allow the road to service only 75 lots, the limit that can be built, until there are two public road outlets. Milanowski explained the D&W plans for a new gro­ cery outlet in the commer­ cial area of the mixed use PUD would be delayed until sometime in 2004. This de­ lay means a road planned to exit onto M-37 also will be postponed, a detail that af­ fects the two residential phase projects, because the street will not provide addi­ tional access points for resi­ dents using the develop­ ment. Rainbow's End Road has access onto 84th. A lift station on lot 196 would be the outlet for 100 proposed lots at Hayfield and Rainbows End. Utility installation tentatively is scheduled for this summer. A 12-inch water connection with an existing main would be made near the lift station. This would be extended out CHARTER TOWNSHIP OF CALEDONIA KENT COUNTY, MICHIGAN NOTICE OF ADOPTION OF TOWNSHIP ORDINANCE AND SUMMARY OF THE REGULATORY EFFECT THEREOF PUBLIC NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that on May 7, 2003, the Township Board of the Charter Township of Caledonia adopted the Caledonia Charter Townstup Storm Water Ordinance. The principal provisions of the ordinance are the following: 1 Storm Water Regulation The ordinance establishes minimum storm water man­ agement requirements and controls in order to accomplish a variety of public purposes, including minimizing storm water runoff rates and volumes preventing non-pomt source pollution, preventing erosion from development projects; preserving and protecting water resources, and in general, reducing the adverse impact of changing land uses on water bodies in the Township The ordinance establishes minimum standards for the protection of water bodies 2. Applicability, The ordinance applies to all development sites which require approval of a site development plan, building permit, plat or other permit for work which will alter storm water drainage characteristics, but the permit provisions of the ordinance do not apply to the construction or modification of individual single-family detached dwellings or individual two-family detached dwellings. A storm water permit is not required for such indi­ vidual dwellings. Further, the ordinance does not apply to farm operations and farm build­ ings, the installation or removal of individual mobile homes within a mobile .home park, plats that have received preliminary plat approval and other developments that have received final land use approval as of the effective date of the ordinance. 3. Storm Water Permit, Under the terms of the ordinance, land development reg­ ulated by the ordinance may not take place unless a storm water permit is issued by the Township for the development. The storm water permit requires that development proceed only in accordance with a drainage plan prepared by the developer and filed with the Township. 4 Drainage Plan, A drainage plan submitted for approval by the Township must provide for permanent on-site detention or on-site retention of storm water runoff for a 25year storm event and a direct connection for storm water runoff to be discharged from and through a development site in a 100-year storm event; alternatively, the drainage plan must provide for a permanent on-site storm water with restricted outlet so as to result in no net increase in storm water runoff volume or rate onto adjacent property for a 100-year storm event. The ordinance provides for the required contents of the drainage plan, including identification of affected water runoff facilities; an implementation plan; plans for the effec­ tive control of storm water runoff dunng construction; a storm water facilities maintenance agreement; and other information necessary for the Township to venfy that the drainage plan complies with requirements of the ordinance. Other provisions pertain to the payment of storm water permit review fees, financial guarantees and the imposing of additional terms and conditions in storm water permits 5. Storm Waler Systems. Flood Flam Standards. EKl The ordinance authorizes the Township to establish minimum design standards for storm water discharge release rates. All storm water runoff facilities are to be constructed and maintained in accordance with local and other requirements Standards relating to the filing or alteration of floodways are included There are provisions on the control of soil erosion and sedimentation dunng and following any regulated earth change Requirements are included as to the elevation oi building openings at appropriate levels so as to avoid nsk of flooding 6. Other Regulatory Provisions The ordinance includes provisions regarding cer­ tain types of exempt non-storm water discharges; prohixted discharges, interference with natural or artificial drains and the storage of hazardous or toxic materials tn drainageways. Other provisions include those on inspection momtonng, reporting and record keeping with respect to storm water runoff and storm water moniionng facilities 7. Enforcement Violations of the ordinance are punishable as municipal civil infractions subject to tines in specific amounts The failure with stop work orders is a mis­ demeanor punishable as provided in the ordinance There are provisions lor cost recovery for damage to storm dram systems, and the imposition of liens for the recovery of costs incurred by the Township and the County Dran Commissioner 8 Appeal Provisions. The ordinance includes provisions whereby actions or deci­ sions taken under the terms of the ordinance may be appealed to the Townstvp Board, the Board is also authorized to grant variances from the terms of the ordinance under certain conditions and if specified standards are compiled with 9 Performance and Des>cn Standards The ordnance authorizes the Township to establish storm water management zones within the Township each of such zones having specified storm water management standards and characteristics The Townshp Board is also authorized to adopt by resolution more detailed design and performance standards tor storm water runoff facilities consistent with, the terms of the ordinance 10. Effective Date The ordinance will become effective on June 13. 2003 A copy of the ordinance may be inspected or purchased a: me offices of the Caledonia Charter Township Clerk, within the Township dunng TownsNp office hours Dated May 9. 2003 TOWNSHIP BOARD OF THE CHARTER TOWNSHIP OF CALEDONIA —..... ............. ........................ Mommgview Drive. The consent judgment es­ tablishing Jasonville would allow 100 lots of no less than 15.000 square feet each. Milanowski said. These are planned for that size or more. There is a length/ width ratio for some lots w hich are not allowed, though the new township general provisions ordinance will allow a fourto-one ratio, which would make only lot 196 of this phase out of the norm. The township has a sewer and water easement on this lot for the lift station and access road to it. Some lots in Phase 9. 10 and 11 in a future phase also exceed the four-to-one ratio. A variance or special use permit for such lots may be required. Lots 237 to 241 may need to be revised. This was due to the topography, it was explained. There are many hills and ravines on the property. Commissioner Duane Gunnink suggested altering the road slightly and chang­ ing the ratio by lengthening some lots and shortening the ones that are five to one or more. It was agreed this could be considered, even though the plans would need to be altered. Erosion during construc­ tion has been a continuing problem stressed by the Planning Commission in previous phases. Sedimenta­ tion from the open ground in the ravine has been observed flowing to the Thornapple River, creating a delta, or al­ luvial fan deposit. This has occurred in spite of MDEQ permits given for soil ero­ sion preparation and mainte­ nance. Milanowski agreed the problem continues. “Obviously, once the home is built and the home is there, we wouldn't have control of what goes on there,” Milanowski said. Sanitary sewer and storm sewer must be constructed on Rainbows End Road (Called Morningview on this plan). A regional stormwater detention basin will be con­ structed next to lot 241 on the east. That would pick up a vast majority of the sedi­ mentation, he said. "We have to conform to state ordinances," he said. "We are going to do every­ thing we can to protect that ravine." Several engineers, includ­ ing the township engineer wanted a large detention ba­ sin to serve a large area of the development. This would be started right away. Commissioner Wally Bujak asked, "What is the pos­ sibility of creating another stormwater detention basin for the rest of the Jasonville properties that don't have stormwater detention?" Milanowski explained an earlier plan for a massive stormwater detention area south of lots 148 to 164 in Phase 2, was not accepted by the Drain Commissioner because of the damming ef­ fect it would have. They preferred conventional de­ tention throughout the pro­ der the old ordinance and ject. and included siltation the new stormwater ordi­ sediment basins and check nance. which the Drain Commissioner had helped dams in the ravine. Commissioner Don pass. "The difference is that a Koopmans spoke about the delta forming in the river comprehensive drainage from the ravine from Jason­ plan would be submitted to ville. which had begun to the township engineer and accumulate in the last four would require permitting at the township level, giving or five years. Milanowski insisted areas more control at the local to the south of Jasonville level." Brown said. Bujak said the model also are contributing to the stormwater ordinance "gives sedimentation. Koopmans said. "When us better tools and ability for you pave everything over enforcement to prevent with asphalt and eliminate events that cause instances the ability of the water to of soil erosion." Bujak said often he sees soak into the ground, the water comes through there no silt fences on the hillsides of the ravines. at a much faster rate." "I find that personally dis He asked if putting a de­ tention area where the lots turbing. I would ask that as stewards of this land, that are out of ratio might help. Milanowski said they you do a better job on your were limited by the stringent own of trying to minimizing criteria of the Drain Com- soil erosion problems from misioner. They must now the ravines and ending up in have a four-acre area of the Thornapple River." Milanowski said in the stormwater detention which is let out at a reduced rate. most recent projects, they "We believe we have met had tried to do that Hr said the standards that are avail­ they were responsible for able to us.” He said he had soil erosion until someone buys a lol. construction is not talked to the DNR Koopmans said the delta not allowed until controls forming in the river could arc in place, but by then it become someone else’s was "definitely out of my control or even of local problem at some point. Planning Commission authorities. "We are trying Io educate Chairman Archie Warner asked if any authority had the people. Who would want looked at the situation after to create a problem in their a heavy rain. Township own back yard9 I don't think Planner Dave Zylstra said they would knowingly do the township could request that," he said. We arc doing this, but could not mandate what we can and be good stewards on the property.’* it. Warner said the commis­ Zylstra said the Drain Commissioner has jurisdic­ sioners arc asking more of­ tion over plat divisions, and ten than not that developers reviews the site each time a go above and beyond what new phase request is made. is required. Zylstra pointed out that The township engineer also reviews it, but no further the Township Board also must make final approval of oversight is done. Bujak asked the township each plat. The commission attorney, Jim Brown, how would cither recommend ap­ the new model Stormwater proval or denial by the Ordinance would impact Ja­ board. A public hearing for PUD sonville issues. He also asked if the Drain Commis­ chapter amendments, also sion office would require held May 5, will not affect adherence to the new ordi­ Jasonville because those de­ velopments who were ap­ nance. "A clause in the stormwa­ proved previously to the ter ordinance provides for an new version would be sub­ exemption for pre-existing ject Io the details of the pre­ developments in the process vious PUD requirements Attorney Jim Brown said of approval," Brown said. He said the consent judg­ there were not many such ment also required all local PUDs in (he township to ordinances be complied which this would apply. There were no public or with. Brown said there was not commission comments. The a lot of difference in the amendments were recom­ technical requirements un­ mended for approval by the Caledonia Township Board. CMU grad, from pg. 3 school,” said her mother. Esther, a teacher in the East Kentwood school district, said. “The best way for any student to become success­ ful in school is to get in­ volved and take advantage of all the great programs any school district offers. All four of our kids kept us run­ ning back and forth to school, but we wouldn’t have it any other way.” Molly Cryderman will rc- turn to Caledonia and work as a substitute teacher in the area until the public school year is done, then seek em­ ployment before she begins graduate school. Her advice to high school students who want to succeed in college? “Take as many different classes in high school so that you don’t waste a year or two trying to decide what to major in.” �The Sun and News. Middleville Ml/May 13. 2003/Page 19 CALEDONIA TOWNSHIP BOARD CALEDONIA TOWNSHIP BOARD May 7. 2003 Present Harrison. Snyder. Cardwell. Bravata Bujak Robertson, and Stauffer Also Present: Planner Man a ger Zylstra. Deputy Clerk Palmer. Engineer Randy Wilcox, and several citizens Supervisor Harnson called the regular Caledonia Township meeting to order al 7 02 p m Supervisor Harnson ted the Pledge and Invocation CONSIDERATION OF THE AGENDA: Moved Harnson. sec­ ond Snyder to add dem 10H Reeototton to approve additional design and performance stan­ dards tor stormwater runoff tacHrties Ayes Al MOTION CAR­ RIED Moved Harnson. second Snyder to add item 101 employment search committee Ayes Ail MOTION CARRIED Moved Robertson, second Harnson to add water transfer agreement discussion as 10J MOTION CARRIED PUBLIC COMMENT: Don Miesen of 7081 Cherry Valley Avenue discussed Ns pleasure of the cell phone program Kevin Buckman of 515 North Street discussed the purchase of the dove through the cemetery His concern is the desecration of graves if the Village makes that street go through to the D&W plaza CONSENT AGENDA: Moved Bravata. second Snyder to approve the consent agenda as written Ayes All MOTION CARRIED INQUIRY OF CONFLICT OF INTEREST: None REPORT FROM BOARD OFFICERS AND STAFF None CORRESPONDENCE: None ORDINANCE STORM WATER: Moved Robertson, sec ond Bravata to adopt the Caledonia Township Storm Water Ordinance Roll call vote Ayes All MOTION CARRIED APPOINTMENT TO CALE­ DONIA INDEPENDENCE DAY COMMITTEE: Moved Harnson. second Bravata to appoint Dave Zylstra, Wally Bujak. Nick Unger. Sandy Ayers, and Aaron Bravata to the Caledonia Independence Day Committee Ayes: All. MOTION CARRIED APPOINTMENT TO PLAN­ NING COMMISSION: Moved Harnson. second Robertson to appoint Don Koopman to the Planning Commission for a three-year term. Ayes All MOTION CARRIED LAWN MAINTENANCE CONTRACT: Cardwell dis­ cussed her concerns Snyder discussed her concerns Moved Harnson. second Bravata to accept the lawn maintenance contract from Absolute Lawn Care tor a one-year contract Ayes Harnson Bravata Bujak. Robertson, and Stauffer Nay Cardwek and Snyde' MOTION CARRIED FAX MACHINE BIDS: Moved Bravata. second Snyder to approve the purchase of a Cannon tax machine Ayes Al. MOTION CARRIED RESOLUTION OF SUPPORT FOR THORNAPPLE RIVER CLEAN-UP: Leo Hendershot gave a short presentation of the over clean up Moved Harnson second Bujak to adopt a resolu­ tion to recognize the 4th annual Thomappie River Cleanup Roll call vote Ayes AH MOTION CARRIED PARKING LOT MAINTE­ NANCE: Don Miesen voiced his concerns that the bids dto not have specifications Bravata dis­ cussed the appropriateness of the Fire Department work Zylstra is to reorganize the bids and repair the Library parking tot as soon as possible INTERIOR OFFICE PAINT­ ING: Cardwell discussed the need for a policy on getting bids Moved Harrison. second Stauffer to accept the bid from Nationwide Painting Inc tor the pair.img of the Township office in the amount of $1870 00 Ayes Harrison. Snyder. Bravata. Bujak Robertson and Stauffer Nay Cardwell MOTION CAR­ RIED BLUES FESTIVAL John Cnssman discussed the need tor the Township s approval of the West Michigan Blue's Festival Moved Harnson. sec­ ond Cardwell to support the West Michigan Blues Society and their festival to be held on August 9. 2003. Ayes. All MOTION CARRIED STORM WATER ORDI­ NANCE: Moved Bravata, sec­ ond Stauffer to adopt a resolu­ tion to approve additional design and performance standards for storm water runoff facilities including the Storm Water Management Zones Map of Caledonia Township. Roll call vote Ayes AH MOTION CAR­ RIED EMPLOYMENT SEARCH COMMFITEE: Moved Stauffer second Bravata to appoint Bujak. Zytstra and Hamson to the emptoyment search commit­ tee tor the Zonng Adrrwvstrator Ayes Al MOTION CARRIED WATER TRANSFER AGREEMENT: Robertson dis­ cussed the water transfer agree­ ment BOARD COMMENTS A/eb page test site address ntto. www.addonc.com.ca.edcntaiwo Bravata discussed the concerns of the Fire Department havng a hard time getting good response to cans dunng the day He also (kscussed the Public Safety Committee discussing a shared posfeon with a mainte­ nance mar Robertson dis­ cussed the B4th St and M-37 intersection being a problem He would kke some suggestions on how the intersection oouto be improved Harnson said he would make a caff to see what car be done PUBLIC COMMENT (EXTENDED): Don Miesen of 7081 Cherry Vailey Avenue thanked the Township Board members and discussed the purchasing pokey He also discussed hrs concerns wrth the airport, and hrs hopes that the Board would take an active rote with the airport. He would like to see the Board come up with a master plan m regards to what they would kke to get accomplished John Cnssman discussed hrs concerns with the 84th St and M-37 intersection and the PUD proposal, from pg. IS---------community just wasn't ready for development yet. She said she was frustrated be­ cause this was considered for two years, and was re­ lieved this was a nice alter­ native. She said she likes the proposal, but not that the neighbors don't like it. Niles said he thought there was more flexibility with a PUD. and wanted to keep some open space, and asked how the developer could compromise. Developer Bob Tol pointed out the build-out of all the phases would take about five years, and the residents would not experi­ ence a sudden change in density. The entrance on 100th could be the last to be developed, he said. He agreed to come to the work­ shop to continue negotia­ tions. Township approving the low bids ADJOURNMENT: Moved Snyder, second Stauffer to adjourn. Ayes: all. MOTION CARRIED Patnoa Snyder. Catedoma Township Clerk GET ALL THE NEWS OF BARRY COUNTY! Subscribe to the Hastings Banner and get the latest on county government, sports, and more! Call 945-9554 for more information. AMERICAN MANUFACTURED LIVING, INC. at Country Meadows Village (76th and Kraft) 16x80 — five to choose from three bedrooms, two baths Advertisement $4.95 /mo Internet? By David Stowers There is a great company in the area called Netpenny.net. Netpenny.net offers fast, reliable, and extremely inexpensive dial-up Interent access to our community for only S4.95 a month, they have no contracts, no set up fees and they don't even require a credit card - With the cost of Internet for most families in our area running in excess of $19.95 or more per month, it's refreshing to know that we have a high-quality/Iow-cost alterna­ tive - For more info go to www.netpenny.net or call them toll free (888) 248-7239. Was $34,900 now $28,900 MANY OTHER INCENTIVES AVAILABLE For further information call CAROLE at 616-891-2225 �Page 20rthe Sun and News. Middleville MVMav 13. 2003 Caledonia 5th-grader included in patriotic book by Cathy Rutter Staff Writer Holly Orlowski is a fifth­ grader at Caledonia Elemen­ tary. She is also proud to be an American. Orlowski has shared her enthusiastic thoughts with the nation in a book titled. “Why I’m Proud to Be an American — From the hearts of America’s kids” compiled and published by Troll, Inc. In the “You can quote me" section, Orlowski’s quote is shared along with other students' words of wisdom and pride. “I’m proud to be an American because in Amer­ ica there is always a hero standing next to me,” wrote Orlowski. As she was sharing the news of her publication with the Sun & News, one of her many hcros was standing next to her — her fifth grade teacher, Shelli Abel “What makes (this publi­ cation) really special for Holly is that it was printed through Troll Books. In the letter they emphasized that the students’quotes were chosen from grades kinder­ garten all the way through 12th. All over the nation," explained Abel. Holly Orlowski, a fifth-grader at Caledonia Elemen­ tary, is one of thestudents, grades K-12. throughout the nation to have her work included in the Troll, Inc. publi­ cation, “Why “I’m Proud to Be an American — From the hearts of America's kids." Honor roll, continued from page 10 Honorable Mention Nicholas Bauman. Enc Lawrence. Michelle Bick­ ford. Benjamin Biek. Jason Bowman. Mary Bowyer. Kirby Bremer.Tyler Co­ burn. Michelle Crawford. James Curtis. Kaleigh Depew. Thomas Dettmann. Kathryn Dorland. Pamela Draper. Joshua Eldridge. Angela Forester, Patricia Fromm. Joshua Golden. Velia Gomez. Bobby Hebert. Justine Houskamp. Stacey Huizinga. Daniel Jcurink. Brent Joyce. Alysia Kowalczyk, Nathaniel Kyes. Joshua Marble. Megan McGillicuddy. Joseph McMahon. Mark Mejeur. Sherrie Meyer. Lynsey Miller. Katherine Paape. Brandon Popma, Jessika Reil, Dwain Reynolds. Brooke Ridderikhoff. Mark Rolison. Taylor Smith. Jessica Stortz. Brittany Stover. Brad Teunessen. Amy Tinker. Kehiah Tumes. Scott Vanderwood, Ashley VanEck, Kurt Wachtor, Andrew Walsh, Denise Weeks, Kevin Whittemore. Sara Whittemore, Katherine Wieringa, Gerry Winright HI, Shannon Wonnacott, Ashley Young. 12th Grade High Honors - Ryan Anderson, Ashley Ballard. Chad Baragar, Craig Batdorff. James Beckering, Katherine Bednck, Alec Belson, Julie bergakker, Chet Berkimer, Amanda Biggs. Angela blood. Kelly Brinks.Ashley Bronsmk Rachel Clinton. Rebecca Dufresne. Megan Dutcher. Janine Kykstra. Carolyn Ehmry. Angela Feirick. Kyle Fletke. Samantha Fliearman. Tiffany Forbes. Mary-Elaine Foster. Sarah freeman. Ray mon Galle. Philip Garber. Ashley Getty. Jenca Golden. Joey Guy. Cassan­ dra Hale. Christopher Howarth. Wilham Huff. Kara Hutchens. Jessie Jones. Joshua Kuipers, andrew London. Katie Longstreet. Chelsea Matousek, David McAllister. Kyle McClure. Jared McDuffee. Macgan McKee. W Patrick Me Keown. Amber McMillan, cary Middlebush. Melissa Moor­ house. Tricia Nelson. Brit­ tany Nicholson. Elise Nyland. Lacey Patterson. David Phillips. Jennifer Piccard. Stuart Reinstein. Robert Roush. Stephanie Simon, Devin Slagcl. Pamela Slawson, Latisha Smith. Molly Smith. Kathleen Terry. Zachary Tolan, Nicholas Tomson. Amanda Vandenbosch. Rachel VanderMeeer, Laura Weingartz. Melody Welton, Kenneth Wiersum. Audrey Willette, Lindsey Wisniewski, Michael Yarger, Emily Zoet. Honor Students - Ryan Adams, Tim Brog, Emily Cravero, Andrew Fisher. Jamie McCormick, Theresa Miller. Nichole Miller. Mary Nicholas. Nicholas Otto. Sarah Romanowski. John Smith. Jessica Stark. Daniel Tester. Heather Totten. Edwma Valdez. Justin VanSpronsen.* Seth Walter. Tyler Wenger. Bryan Winchester. Honorable Mention Kaycee Adgate. Melissa Ainslie. Felipe Bahiana. Rachael Beard. Chelsea Biermacher. Shannon Bieski. Ryan Bowyer. Joshiah Brown. Joseph Brown. Jennifer Burks. Jami Case. Leslie Copeland. Philip Corson. Christen Davis. Christopher Doombos. Jason Drogowski. Joshua Dryer. Leanne Etter. Amanda Fisk. Chase Good­ in. Desirae Henning. Eric Holmquist. Kyle Holst. Nicholas Janose. Steven Johnson. Jennifer Jones. Trevor Klcmkosky. Jason Kuiper. Andrew Kulhanek. Ryan Lavich.Corrina Leski. Amanda Mayhew. Courtney Miller. Lisa Marie Perez. Dustin Perrin. Emily Por­ ter. Melisa Potts. Michael Price. Amber Quiiian, Ashley Richards. Jason Robertson. Jordan Rock. Zachary Schondclmayer. Douglas Shepard. Kelly Sholty, Eric Smith. Kathleen Streb. Phillip Strong. Roger Thompson, Nathan Thornton, Alissa Tietz. Randall Tobias, Jesse Vanbemdcn. Daniel Walker. Kaylce Wilke. Nancy Ann Knowles GM introduces the 24 Hour Test Drive. Drive it around the dock Not just around the block. For participating dealers, go to gm.com/24hour. 24 HOUR TEST DRIVE CMMOUt MUK CMC Bill Seif Chevrolet Buick ft yZ7 • »• '-«•<*• »4 5 s W37»i HASTINGS ?»»4S 2<25 14W-23SM2S V, /w' ZWrr Mrs. Nancy Ann Knowles, age 66, of Gun Lake, Middleville, passed away Sunday, May 11, 2003 at Spectrum HealthBlodgett Campus in Grand Rapids. Mrs. Knowles was bom on January 11, 1937 in Maple Grove Township, Barry County, the daughter of Arthur and Gunda (Berkaas) Pennock. She was raised in the Nashville area and attended Nashville schools, graduating in 1955 from Nashville High School. Mrs. Knowles was married to Verlyn Randall Knowles on May 12, 1956. She had lived at her Gun Lake home since 1973, moving there from San Antonio, Texas when her husband retired from the United States Air Force. Mrs. Knowles was employed at Delton Kellogg Schools for 21 years She was a loving wife, mother, and grandmother. She especially enjoyed spending time with her grandchildren. Mrs. Knowles was a member of Hastings First United Methodist Church, attended the Wesky Park United Methodist Church, member of Special Military Active and Retired Travel Club and long-time Secretary of the Great Lakes Chapter. She enjoyed gardening, reading, boating, and song birds. She traveled extensively and especially enjoyed Hawaii. Mrs. Knowles is survived by her husband, Randy; daughter, Karen (Patrick) Hughes of Kentwood; sons, David (Linda) Knowks of Alto and Larry (Karen) Knowles of Byron Center; eight grandchildren, Brad, Randy, Rob, Amy, Ashley. Courtney, Nick and Zack, sisters, Alice (Tim) Boucher of Nashville and Ardyce (Dr. David) Youel of Palm Beach, FL. There will be no funeral home visitation. Funeral Services will be held Thursday, May 15, 2003 at 11:00 A M. at Wesley Park United Methodist Church 1150 32nd Street, S.W , Wyoming with Pastor William Clegg, Jr. officiating. A memorial reception at the church will immediately follow services. Burial will be at Ft. Custer National Cemetery in Augusta at 3:00 P M. following services at the church. Memorial contributions may be made to Amercian Cancer Society or a charity of one’s choice. Arrangements were made by Wren Funeral Home of Hastings. Choir and band concerts include “Spectrum’ premier “Spectrum” for band commissioned in honor of Tad Thatcher will be per­ formed for the first time at the Sunday, May 18 Thornapplc Kellogg spring band concert at 4 p.m. At 2 p.m. the choirs will perform in their annual spring concert. There will be a reception held in the cafeteria between the two concerts and a sec­ ond one following the band concert. �The Sun and News M><*flevil»e. Ml/May 13. 2003/Page 21 Scot n< of first by Brett Bremer Sports Editor “It’s certainly a big day for Caledonia tennis,” said Coach Mike Wilson. Wilson made the state­ ment after the Fighting Scot varsity boys’ tennis team had clinched a share of its first conference title in 17 years. They won it by the skin of their teeth. Caledonia lead the O-K Gold heading into the con­ ference meet last Thursday with a 7-0-1 mark in league play, just ahead of Unity Christian who was 6-0-2. The Crusaders were the one team Io tie Caledonia in the league. Half a point kept the Scots tied at the top Caledo­ nia beat out South Christian for second place at the league tourney 25-24.5. “When you win by a half a point, every single match is the championship.” said Wilson. Scot first singles player Andrew Blanchard had to play his way into the tourna­ ment in a battle between the eight and nine seeds in the toumey. He trailed 7-4 in an eight game pro-set, down lovc-40, and came back to steal a point for Caledonia. Ulen he ended up beating South in the next round. “Without that point, it’s a different story,” said Wil­ son. “One doubles was seeded first and finished it off,” said Wilson. “It was good to see.” Mike Nappcr and Devin TePasttc teamed up to take the first doubles champion­ ship 6-4, 7-5 over South Christian. Mike Krieger and Matt Paarlberg earned medals with a second place finish at third doubles, as did the Scots fourth singles player Nate Stauffer. “We thought we’d be tied with Unity if the seeds PUBLISHER’S NOTICE: •Ml lhe MrtugM Qvil Rigta Art 7 A ■ The Caledonia varsity boys’ tennis team gathers around its first conference ten­ nis trophy in 17 years. (Photo by Brett Bremer) TEHIIIS Caledonia varsity boys’ tennis Coach Mike Wilson joked that maybe his Scots shouldn't have to share the O-K Gold trophy with Unity Christian because the hosts from Wyoming Park would want to see it go to another public school (Photo by Brett Bremer) would have totally played out,” said Wilson. “But we also thought that South was underseeded. Guys knew that they were going to have to step up, and they did.” Still, it’s not quite as ex­ citing as getting the title out­ right. “It’s better than nothing, but it still sucks," said Scot second doubles player Kyle Ullery said of sharing the ti­ tle with Unity. Unity probably feels the same way. It is the second straight year the Crusaders have had to share the title. Caledonia kept its hold on the conference lead heading into the tourney by topping Wyoming Park 5-3 last Monday. “We knew our doubles team would be tough for Park, and only lost two games in four matches,” said Freeport Fire Department Auction is this weekend Make plans to attend the Freeport Fire Department annual auction May 17 be­ ginning at 10 am. Terry Ar­ mour will be on hand to auc­ tion the many items that have been donated for this event. The annual auction is the largest fund-raising event for the department each year. “We have people call to find out when this event is going to take place.” Fire Chief Jim Yargcr said Quaiirx work at competitive prices Senior Ctnzen Discounts Wilson. Napper and TePastte were a perfect 6-0, 6-0 at first doubles, as were Krieger and Paarlberg at third, and Mike Morgan and Todd Kortenhoven at fourth. The second doubles team of Ullery and Tim Stouffer were 6-2, 6-0 winners. Stauffer picked up the Scots’ other victory on the afternoon, a 7-6(3), 6-4 vic­ tory at fourth singles. Stauffer jumped out to a 5-0 lead in the first set, then had to battle back after los­ ing the next six games to win in the tie breaker. The Scots were hoping to reschedule a make up match this week with East Grand Rapids before this Friday’s Division II regional which will be hosted by those very same Pioneers. Hnnrw Labor Hu/tomo Licensed and Insured RESIDENTIAL ROOTING SPECIALIST Tear-offs & Re-roofs ALL STAR ROOFING Call us for a free Professional Estimate _______ (616) 877-4253 “They really enjoy the bar­ gains as well as seeing old friends. You can never be quite sure what all will be available; we usually say we have everything including the kitchen sink. “This year that even in­ cludes a 1994 Lincoln Town Car. One thing is for sure, everyone has a great time and the dollars raised go to a great cause.” The money raised at the auction helps purchase items that don’t fit into the depart­ ment’s $53,000 budget. “We operate on a small budget, but it is possible be­ cause our fire personnel are all volunteer.” Yargcr said. Items for the auction are still needed. If vou have something you would like to donate (please no refrigera­ tors or tires), call the fire station at 765-5450. A time can be set for pick-up or to bring items to the tire de­ partment. War support group plans Armed Forces Day fund-raiser May 17 The “Middleville Support Group” continues to meet, even though conflict has ended in Iraq. The group will hold a hot dog sale on Armed Forces Day, Saturday. May 17. at the Middleville Market Place. The hog dog sale is from 11 a m. to 3 p.m. All proceeds will go to shipping costs and purchas­ ing items for the packages. Other collection boxes are at Family Trax video store. Shear Pleasure and the Mid­ dleville Marketplace. Weekly meetings will be held at the VFW Post No. 123 in Middleville each Tuesday, as long as Ameri­ can service people are still stationed in Iraq and Ku­ wait, with all meetings be­ ginning at 7 p.m. The group has begun some fund-raising activities which will help pay for ship­ ping “care" packages to lo­ cal service people stationed in Iraq, Kuwait, Africa, Af­ ghanistan and other areas. Group organizer Shaffer says, “I have the list of things we can send and those we can’t. It is avail­ able at all our meetings.” TK computer day camp set Thornapple Kellogg Community Education is of­ fering a computer day camp for students who will be en­ tering the sixth and seventh grades in the fall. The camp will be held Monday through Thursday, June 16-19, at the middle school. Cost is $25. Students will be introduced to digital pho- Local American Legion aids Children’s Miracle Network Members of Middleville American Legion Post No. 140 and the UAW 1002 Vet­ erans Committee invite area residents to "Walk for the Children's Miracle Network" from 8 a.m. until noon Sat­ urday, June 14. The walk will start and end on the Paul Henry trail behind Middleville Village Hall. Charles Pullen says, "We want to help children in this area and we know that sev- The group members say they appreciate the Mid dlevillc VFW for supporting them. The official collection cans will say. “Sponsored by the VFW” on them Family and friends of those serving cither overseas or stateside arc welcome to attend these meetings. Re­ freshments arc served. eral of them have received help through the efforts of the Children’s Miracle Net­ work." In addition the Legion is sponsoring the sale of flag posters "Defending Amer­ ica's Kids" at Pharmacy Care and The Thornapplc Kitchen. Proceeds from flag poster sales will support DeVos Children s Hospital in Grand Rapids. tography, video and web building. Space is limted and Shar Evans encourages early reservations. The deadline for registration is June 9. Call Community Educa­ tion at 795-3397 to register or for more information. Busman, from page 1 his Ph.D. from Michigan State University. Prior to coming to Cale­ donia, Busman was a princi­ pal in the Pentwater Public Schools. “Caledonia is fortunate to have experienced Dr. Busman's leadership,” said Bcrgy. “Doug’s passions for academic excellence and for building a sense of commu­ nity have touched thousands of children and their fami­ lies. And because of his commitment to long-term planning, our district is well positioned to transition to new leadership. The Board of Education wishes him well on his exciting career change.” �Page 22/The Sun and News. Middleville. Ml/May 13. 2003 ‘Crown Classic’ golf tourney will be June 7 ‘The Living Room’ to be seen at Caledonia church ’The Living Room." a one-act play will bepresented for the public Fri­ day. May 16. at 7 30 pm The play contains five scenes, all within one stage setting "God spoke to each member of the Andrews family in a way that would reach them in­ dividually." states the playbill Here the An­ drews’ discuss some fam­ ily changes after a par­ ticularly rough period in their lives In the first photo, the play includes (from left) Nick Marquardt as Matt. Caleb Brooks as Nathan. Thom Bowyer as Davis Andrews, Vai Buick as Mary Andrews and Ashleigh Dean as Emily. In the second photo, Mary and Davis Andrews re­ commit their lives to God, their family and each other. Last fall's kings of golf (From left) Don TerHaar. DerekTerHaar. Miss Barry County Andrea Bucher, Vem TerHaar and Rick TerHaar This year's Barry County “Crown Classic” spring golf tournament will be held at 11 a.m. Saturday. June 7, at the Mullenhurst Golf Course. All proceeds go to the Miss Barry County Scholar­ ship Fund. The tournament is a four-person scramble. Applications are available from Kelli Leep or at Carveth Village. The cost is $150 per team. The winners will be crowned kings/queens of golf in Barry County. They will also receive trophies and a possible cash prize if enough teams enter. Andrea Bucher. Miss Barry County, will be there in her last ap­ pearance before she goes on to compete in the Miss Michigan Pageant the fol­ lowing week. “This is a great opportu­ nity to have a good time golfing and help our youth in Barry County get college scholarships,” said Leep. For applications or more information call Kelli Leep at (269) 795-5337 or Cheryl/Ray Peters at 7954972. JntriHiucing... Ed’s New Complete Auto & Truck Glass Service! Quality Auto Glass Elderly woman killed in accident on M-37 100% SATISFACTION GUARANTEED There’s No Substitute For Quality... 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He was reported to be in critical condition A huge traffic backup re­ The driver of the pickup truck, Zachary Thomas Ste­ sulted for hours because of venson, 27, of Wyoming, the accident. was not injured. Z1 \ THORNAPPLE AREA ENRICHMENT FOUNDATION % Our Hometown Charitable Organization I MISSION: To enrich and enhance the quality of life in the Thornapple Area by acting as a leader and catalyst in the evolving needs of the community. For scholarship and charitable grft mformabon, please write io P.O Box 164 Middleville, Michigan 49333-0164 tktaef @ Hotmail com �The Sun and News. Middieviie. Mi/May 13. 2003/Page 23 TK boys blast from pack al Blue's final meet TK’s varsity boys’ track and field team clinched an­ other O-K Blue conference crown on Friday, with a first place finish at the confer­ ence meet The Trojans entered the final two days of the league season in a log jam at the top of the Blue, with Hamil­ ton and Coopersville all sporting an identical 6-1 league records, but ran past them both at the end. “We were down ten points heading into Friday.” said IK Coach Matt Funk. “We were down, but I was pretty confident that we’d have enough fire power there to pull it off. I thought it'd be closer than it was.” TK ended up finishing with 115 points, ahead of Coopersville in second with 96. Hamilton was in fourth with 67 points, behind Rogers in third with 69. “The kids did a great job.” Funk said. “It was a great day to run.” And run they did. TK placed in every run­ ning event, and had a couple races with two placers. Darrin Tape crossed the line first in both the 100and 200-mcter dashes, with a time of 11.2 seconds in the 100 and 22.86 in the 200. Right behind Tape in the 100 was teammate Scott Brooks at 11.6. Steve Allen was sixth in the 200 at 24 seconds flat. TK also scored two plac­ ers in the 110-meter hurdles, with Steve Johnson coming in second at 16.2, and Jor­ dan Hartley in sixth at 17.3. Hartley was also fifth in the 300-meter hurdles with a time of 43.66 seconds. In the 400-mcter Allen came in second in 51.6, and Brooks was fifth in 53.4 sec­ onds. Bill Huff had a personal best in the 800-meter. finish­ ing in 2:04.8. Trojan senior Tim Brog ran his best times of the year in the 1600- and 3200-meter races. Brog was third in the Trojan senior Tim Brog set season bests in scoring for TK in the 1600and 3200-meter runs Fri­ day at the conference meet. (File photo by Brett Bremer) 3200 at 10:19.2 and fourth in the 1600 at 4:40.4. TK’s relays had an excel­ lent day. “We had our best times of the year in all the relays,” said Funk. The Trojans won both the 800- and the 400-mcter re­ lays. In the 800, it was Al­ len, Kurt Bray, Tape, and VanSpronsen teaming up for a time of 1:33. The four­ some of Brooks, Bray, Kyle Farris, and Tape won the 4(X) relay in 44.8 seconds. Justin VanSpronsen did all he could to help keep the Trojans in it as field events were in full swing on Thurs­ day. VanSpronsen took a first place finish in the high jump at 6’. Hartley also went 6’0 in the event with a third place finish. In the long jump Van­ Spronsen was second w ith a leap of 20’2, and teammate Scott Brooks helped lead TK’s 400-meter relay team to another success­ ful finish on Friday, a first at the O-K Blue confer­ ence meet. (File photo by Brett Bremer) Bobby Roush scored in sixth at 18’10. Now. the Trojans will be­ gin to prepare for the re­ gional meet, which they will be hosting in Middleville this Friday. “It’s going to be a whale of a meet.” said Funk. “It’s a whole new regional. Three Rivers is tough. Stevens­ ville-Lakeshore is tough. It’s a whole new regional. We’ve never seen these teams before.” “It’s gonna be fun.” TK Girls The TK varsity girls’ track and field -team wrapped up the conference season with a third place fin­ ish at the conference tour­ ney. The Trojan ladies finished with 68 points, behind Ham­ ilton with 94. while the Coopersville Broncos ran Elise Nyland and the Trojan girls 3200-meter relay team raced to a sec­ ond place finish at the conference meet Friday evening in Grandville. (File photo by Brett Bre­ mer) away with the meet with 162 points. TK’s distance runners did all they could to add points to the team score. Natalie Hoag won the 3200-meter run in 12:32.7, and TK placed three racers in the 1600-meter. Jessica Stortz took the top spot in the 1600 in 5:27.3, with teammates Hoag and Elise Nyland finishing behind her in third and fourth. Hoag V crossed the line in 5:40.1. and Nyland in 5:47.6. Jessica Flaska and Kersta Gustafson had good days for the team in the quicker races. Gustafson was fifth in the 100-meter for TK in 13.7. fifth in the 400-meter in 1:02, and third in the 200metcr in 27.4. Flaska took fourth in the 100-meter hurdles in 16.8. and also scored a second in the long jump with a mark at 15’10.5. Theresa Miller also scored for TK in the 100meter hurdles in 17.2 sec­ onds. and earned a sixth in the 300-meter low hurdles in 53 seconds flat. TK gained points in all four relays as well, with the top finish coming from the 3200-meter relay team of Hoag. Emily Nyland. Elise Nyland. and Stortz, a second at 10:1737. Senior Citizens to meet May 19 at TK Learning Center Area senior citizens are invited to attend a meeting in the community room of the TK Learning Center on Monday. May 19. al noon Shelley Erbs first grade class will visit and sing. Kns Selleck from Thornapple Floral will speak on golor gardening and share some ideas on container garden­ ing The TK Learning C enter is located at 507 West Main St. Call 795-3397 for more information. 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At third singles, Kyle McClure took the first set in a tic breaker, 7-3, before overpowering his opponent in the second set 6-0. TK also got wins from the second, third, and fourth doubles teams very tight matches. Ian Seger and Brandon Awrey teamed up for a 4-6. 6-4, 7-6(4) win at second doubles. It also took the third dou­ bles team of Jordan Rock and Chad Price three sets to win 3-6, 6-4,6-4. John Smith and John Her­ ring at fourth doubles won in two tough sets, 7-6 (4). 63. It was the second straight league win for the Trojans, who also topped Godwin last week. 8-0 The Wolverines had to default all the doubles matches, and the Trojan sin­ gles players made it a clean sweep. Bahiana won at one sin­ gles 6-1, 6-0. Brad Bender took the sec­ ond singles match without losing a game. Over Your Head In Debt? LIQUIDATION-REORGANIZATION Bankruptcy Stop in for FREE Bankruptcy informational brochure. Michael J. McPhillips 945-3512 Evening Appointments Available Have a Printing Need? At third singles. McClure was a 6-1. 6-2 winner, and Josh Osier moved up to win the fourth singles match 6-2, TK softball squad was second at Ionia TK’s varsity softball team continued to prove that Sat­ urday is its favorite day of the week, last week. The Trojans were 2-3 overall on the week, but had a 2-1 record Saturday in fin­ ishing second at the Ionia Invitational. TK’s two wins came by way of a 14-10 win over the hosts from Ionia, and then a 8-2 victory over Holt. “We hit the ball well this weekend,” said TK Coach Tammy Olmsted. TK had 10 hits in topping Ionia. Gina Niemchick was three for four with a pair of doubles. Jen Burks bated two for four, and picked up the win pitching for the Tro­ jans. Mallory Egolf was one for three, but reached base three times and scored three runs. Tisha Smith also reached base three times and scored twice. Graphics 1351 N. M-43 Hwy. P.O. 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Brittany Stover went two for three for TK. and Katie Longstreet was two for two with a walk and scored a run. “It was a well played game.” said Olmsted. “Eve­ rybody got to play this weekend, and we got some kids in at different posi­ tions.” The Trojans’ lone loss came to Corunna 5-1. “Basically, our bats just fell all apart.’’ said Olmsted. Lacey Patterson had two of the Trojans three hits in the game. “We just didn’t get on base, and when we did hit the ball, we hit it at ’em.” TK’s record is now 9-14 for the season, and Olmsted said the team is looking for­ ward to accomplishing one of its goals, a double-digit mark in the win column. The TK ladies will have lots of chances this week, with seven games in five days, starting with Coopers­ ville last night. Grand Rap­ ids Baptist on Tuesday, a doubleheader at home against Godwin on Wednes­ day, then a doubleheader at Calvin Christian on Friday. Conference games were tougher for TK last week. The girls lost three Blue showdowns last week, one with Hamilton on Wednes­ day 12-0, and two with By­ ron Center on Friday, 5-3 and 15-0. Olmsted said that the first game against Byron Center was “a good game, but some crucial errors cost us a few important runs.” The Bulldogs scattered runs with one in the first, in the second, the third, the fourth, and the sixth. Patterson and Ashley Aspinall each had two hits for TK in the loss. “They just hit us left and right,” said Olmsted of the second game, which ended after four innings. finished third behind Cale­ donia and Otsego, and ahead of Comstock Park. All four Trojan flights won at least one match. Bahiana tied for first with a 2-1 record on the day. top­ ping Otsego 6-1. 6-1. and Comstock Park 1-6. 7-6 (4). and winning a third set tie­ breaker 7-5. McClure at third singles and the fourth doubles team of Herring and Smith both finished the day in second place in their flights. McClure scored a 6-2. 6-3 win over Comstock Park and a 6-4, 6-1 win over Ot­ sego. Herring and Smith got their first victory over Com­ stock Park 6-1. 7-5. and their second win over Ot­ sego 7-5. 7-6 (4). James Beckering at fourth singles, the first doubles team of Randy Tobias and Dave McAllister, the third doubles team of Rock and Brice, and the second dou­ bles team of Seger and Awrey each won one match on the day. TK hosted Kenowa Hills on Monday, visits Lake­ wood Tuesday, then hosts Wyoming Park on Wednes­ day during a busy week as they prepare for Friday's re­ gional tournament at East Grand Rapids. Wayland hurler quiets Fighting Scot offense Caledonia’s varsity softball team tell to Wland I 0 last Friday night. They played ’’their best defensive game of the year.” said Scot Coach Tom Kaechele. Kristen Dcfouw pitched a great game for the Scots, giving up just three hits and two earned runs. Wayland's freshman pitcher Katie Greenman struck out 18 Caledonia bat­ ters, giving up just two hits and no walks. ’’Greenman is the best pitcher I have seen so far this year,” said Kaechele. “She kept us off balance with her rise ball and change up. You have to be very disciplined to hit against that type of pitcher, and we aren’t there yet.” “I told them (the Scots), let’s try and win one inning at a time, we played them even through four innings.” Wayland scored one run in the top of the fifth and two in the sixth. Defensively, Caledonia was led by Julie Wicks, Me­ gan Cargill, Courtney Pow­ ell, and Melissa Gillard. Brianna Hormel had one Brianna Hormel had one of the Scots two hits against Wayland last Fri­ day. (File photo by Brett Bremer) hit for the Scots, and Cargill had a double. “I think wc gained some respect tonight,” said Kaechele. “We just need to learn how to get on base and score some runs against that type of pitching.” Scots stay near top with win over Cedar Springs Caledonia’s varsity girls’ golf team improved to 5-1 in the O-K gold by topping Ce­ dar Springs last Tuesday. The Fighting Scots shot a 186 to best the Red Hawks by 57 strokes, (243). Led by Amy Jo Leatherman 42, the CHS girls domi nated the match at Cedar Chase Golf Course All four Scot girls finished under 50 on the afternoon. Erin Samuels shot a 47, Jenny Workman a 48, and Katie Leatherman added a 49 to help in the win. Right now the girls’ arc ranked ninth in the state in Division II, the O-K Gold conference tournament was Monday, the girls visit Low* ell and East Grand Rapids this Tuesday and Wednes­ day before rcgionals on Fri­ day. GREAT BASEBALL GREAT FANS. GREAT FUN BATTLE CREEK YANKEES CATCH THE YANKS MAY 13-20 FIREWORKS: MAY 16 T-SHIRT NIGHT: MAY 17 See the stars of tomorrow play today at C O. Brown Stadium �The Sun and News. MKfcMeville. Mb'May 13. 2003/Page 25 Caledonia sophomore qualifies for fencing’s World Cup by Cathy Rueter Staff Writer She’s only a high school sophomore and already Samantha Nemecek is going places — like Manhattan. New York, for the Women’s World Cup for Fencing. Due to her recent place­ ment of 24th out of 67 women in the women s divi­ sion I foil event at the Kan­ sas National Circuit. Neme­ cek is on her way to the prestigious Women’s World Cup Fencing event June 13. The national division I events arc the highest level tournaments in the United States. By Finishing in the top 28, Nemecek now quali­ fies to go to the Women’s World Cup Event. The United States Fenc­ ing Association is host for the national competition. Nemecek, nearly 16 years old and a sophomore at Caledonia High School, has essentially grown up around fencing. Affectionately known as "Sam,” she is the daughter of Mike and Barb Nemecek of Alto. The Ncmcccks run the West Michigan Fencing Academy in Grand Rapids, a non-profit organization where adults and children as young as 8 years old can learn to fence and compete. Sam has been fencing with WMFA for seven years: five years competitively. My dad has been the most influential figure in my fencing career," said Saman­ tha. "I think having my dad as my coach has not only given me a definite edge, he's also given me continu­ ous support.’’ Mike Nemecek has been instructing fencers for seven years. He is a nationally ranked foil fencer himself. Barb runs the office with all the details that requires. “My mother is also a ma­ jor role model in my life and is always there for me.” said Samantha. “She does so Call 945-9554 to place your Sun & News ACTION-Ad & reach over 11,000 area homes every week! foil event and ninth place in the open men’s foil event, qualifying him for both events in Austin. Weir qualified for the women's veteran foil event (50-58). "(Sandy’s) only been fencing about a year." said Barb Nemecek. “Sam is the youngest person in West Michigan to ever go to World Cup and Sandy is the oldest person from West Michigan to ever go to sum­ mer nationals." Sam says she fences be­ cause. "1 really like the way that you're challenged; no matter what your level." She hopes to get a schol­ Solid Impact Fitness Samanatha Nemecek (center) recently qualified for the national competition in fencing. much for me, but she also does a lot for the academy. I'm not the only one that benefits from her. “Without my mom and dad. I couldn't have gotten where I am today.” This will be Sam Neme­ cek’s first World Cup event She is understandably ex­ cited. but also a bit nervous about the occasion. “I’ve never been to NewYork before. It’ll be a whole new experience in itself.” She is one of only three women foilists, in all of Michigan, to qualify to fence at this World Cup event. The other two are col­ lege students hailing from the Detroit area. Sam Nemecek is the only woman in Michigan to have national points in Cadet (16 and under), Junior (19 and under) and now Senior (over 20) divisions. But Women’s World Cup isn't the only fencing item on her agenda this summer. Nemecek competed May 2-3 at the Great Lakes Sec­ tional Championship held in Dublin. Ohio. The Great Lakes Sectional Champion­ ship is a tournament for fencers from the Michigan. Ohio. Indiana and Kentucky Divisions. Besides competing for the right to be called champion, the top 30't of this tournament qualify for Under-19 and Division l-A events at the summer nationals, which will be held in Austin, Texas, in July. The United States Fencing Association will be host for the upcom­ ing event as well. Nemecek is one of three fencers from the West Michigan Fencing Academy who will be competing in the summer nationals in Austin. Both Nemecek and Craig Budzynski, a sopho­ more from Forest Hills, qualified for the Nationals while competing at the Sec­ tional Championship in early May. Sandy Weir has also qualified. Nemecek was named the 2003 Under 19 Champion in the women's foil event, in addition to the 2003 cham­ pion in the open women’s foil event (over 20). This HOI RS: M;Th 5am-9pm; Fri. Snni-Bpm Sat. 8ain-2pin; Siiii.9ain-3piii qualifies her for both events during summer nationals. Budzynski took second place in the Under 19 men's 9175 Clierrv Valley, Str. 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Advertise with class; beds in the Reminder and Hastings Banner Phone Kristina McCleve is ahead of the pack in the 3200 The Caledonia girls' track team finished the season un­ beaten in dual meets Thurs day at the same time the boys’ unit was pulling out r thriller. The girls trounced Wayland 111-26 to finish at 84) in the O-K Gold Conference and 9-0 overall. The Scot girls entered the league meet at Hastings Monday and Tuesday. May 12 and 13, as the front-runners for the Gold title. The boys rode a pleasant surprise and solid team ef­ fort to best the Wildcats 69 1/2 to 67 1/2. Junior Angela Maxey captured three firsts, in the pole vault (9-6), the long jump (14-10 1/4) and the high jump (5-0). She volun tarily stopped her vaulting at 9-6 because she already had gone a foot better than any­ one else. Otherwise it was a huge cast of heroines who earned first places: • Leslie Radar in the shot put at 32-1 1/2. • Mindy Bode in the dis­ cus at 115-1. • Cari Butcher in the 100meter dash in 13.7 seconds. • Katie Ryan in the 1600meter run in 5:42.6. • Carrie Nelson in the 800, in 2:42.6. • Samantha Plcva in the 200, in 28.9. • Kristina McCleve in the 3200, 12:31.8. The Scot girls swept all four relays with Kendra Ross, Nelson, Emily Petz and Becca Busficld in 11:01 in the 3200; Butcher, Julie Slot, Busfield and Erin Mitteer in 1:54.6 in the 800; Korin Hollinshead, Katie Dingman, Katie Hekman and Mitleer in 54.9 in the 400; and Butcher, Jessica Tcrpstra, Dingman and Bus­ field in 4:35.1 in the 1600. Caledonia’s girls were the favorites in yesterday’s and today’s running of the league meet, but coaches Joe Zomeriei and Ellen Dykstra Wilcox expected stiff com­ petition from Kcnowa Hills and South Christian. The boys’ meet wasn’t decided until the final event, the 1600-meter relay, which was won by Sean Morgan, Jim Haisma, Jon Hekman and Pal O’Connor. But the most critical points came from an upset victory in the 200-metcr dash by freshman David Katie Ryan cruises to victory in the open 1600meter run. Angie Maxey packs up her pole and belongings after clearing 9-6 in the pole vault Villcrot in 23.7 seconds, edging previously unbeaten Wayland junior Nick Wy­ socki. It was a four-point swing with an outcome not expected by virtually any­ one. Villcrot’s performance also set the school freshman record in the 200. Other winners for the Scots were Haisma in the 300-meter low hurdles, Tho­ mas Spitzley in the high jump, Hekman in the 800 and Nic DeVries in the I IO­ meter high hurdles. Patrick Spitzley also helped with a crucial second place finish in the 3200 with his best time of the season, in 10:32. The O-K Gold Confer­ ence meet for the boys was expected to be all Cedar Springs with Sparta the fa­ vorite for second. The Fight­ ing Scots have a shot at third, along with Wyoming Park, Kenowa Hills and South Christian. Preliminaries heats for springs were to be held Monday, while the finals were set for this afternoon and evening. �The Sun and News. Mddlevilie. Ml/May 13. 2003, Page 27 Garage Sale 2 FREE GARAGE SALE signs with your ad that runs in any of our papers. Get them at J-Ad Graphics, 1351 N. M-43 Hwy , Hastings. At the front counter ANNUAL CIDER MILL PARK YARD SALE: Mid dlevilie. Microwave, plus sizes, misc household items 449 Cider Mill Dr. Fri , 9am 5pm dr Sat., 9am-noon ANNUAL NEIGHBOR­ HOOD GARAGE SALE: Fairview Estates, M-37 across from Barry County Expo Friday 4c Saturday, May 16th de 17th, 8am-5pm CALEDONIA: NOFFKE DRIVE SALES. 6710 Noffke off 108th St. between Patter son dr M-37 Boys size 2T-7, mens de womens size large, baby equipment, house wares, misc Friday de Satur­ day, May 16th de 17th, 9am5pm.___________________ CIDER MILL ANNUAL GARAGE SALE. Fri , May 16th, 9am-5pm de Sat., May 17th, 9am-12pm 467 Cider Mill Dr, Middleville 13" TV, quilt frames, misses de Jr. clothes, vacuum, knickknacks, books, pictures and lots of misc. ESTATE/GARAGE SALE: household items (dishes, fur­ niture, etc), farm equip­ ment, tools, horse items, lawn furniture, misc. Fri./ Set./Sun. (5/16, 5/17, 5/18) 9am-6pm 1795 N. M-37 Hwy. (3 miles south of light in Middleville on M-37). 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For more info, call (269)795-3765 Recreation SAILBOAT, Catahr II, 22ft.. 1986. excellent con­ dition. indudes trailer. 7.5 Honda outboard, inflatable tender, mam extras and readv to sail. $9,200 (269)795-9816 CARD GET 8X10 ENLARGEMENTS SAME DAY OR NEXT DAY PROCESSING Join the club & $ave! SPECIALTY PAPERS COPIES SEE OUR HUGE SELECTION OF COLORS & SPECIAL TEXTURES BLACK & WHITE OR FULL COLOR CHECK OUR PRICES! Check out all our Special Services: Big Prints & Posters Folding & Laminating Collating Business Cards Custom Rubber Stamps Plastic Binding and more! 1351 N.Broadway (M-43) Hastings 269.945.9105 (ho l''e Gray Barn If] OPEN MON - FRI 8:30 - 6:00 • SAT 8:30-1:00 �Page 28/The Sun and News. Mtdtfevrffe Mt,'May 13. 2003 Freeport Fire Department celebrates volunteers Those attending the annual dinner included (front, from left) Lt. J.D. Forbes. Marla Bierens, Capt. Jerry Barton. Chief Jim Yarger. Asst. Chief Joe Fauncei Medical Lt. Lani Forbes, (back, from left). Russ Yarger. Steve Bierens. Sgt Julie Faunce. Ade Bierens, Doug Palmer. Mike Yarger. Danny Bnel. Lyn Bnel. Dana Madole. Kevin Higley. Dana Rittenberg and Doug Bierens. Unable to attend were Chhs Bowles. Jeff Bierens. Bill Smith. Mark Sheldon and Jennifer Webb Howard Thaler (left) and Ken Myers received Lifetime Membership Awards. The Freeport Rural Fire Department Board of Direc­ tors held its annual dinner to thank members of the Free­ port Fire Department volun­ teers for their dedication and time to the community. Many awards were pre­ sented to recognize achieve­ ments over the past year, as well as special lifetime membership awards. Russ Yargcr. Fire Board President, was honored for 33 years of service. Lifetime membership awards were given to Howard Thaler and Ken Myers. Myers served on the Freeport Fire Depart­ ment as a volunteer from 1965 to 1990. In his 25 years of service, he served in just about every capacity possible from fireman to chief. Ken states. “I really enjoyed all of the wonderful friendships that were made over the years within the de­ partment and with the sur­ rounding communities." One of his favorite accom­ plishments was the building of the current fire station “We built it with all donated materials and labor; every­ body just came together to get it completed." Howard Thaler served on the Fire Board as treasurer for many years. He recalls the purchase of the 1969 pumper that was just re­ placed this year. Back in the 1950s the fire alarm used to ring at a restaurant that he and his wife, Bertha, owned on Division. They inherited the bell when they bought the restaurant in 1957. Howard and Bertha still at­ tend as many of the fire de­ partment functions as they can. Awards were given out for 1 year, 2 years and 5 years of service as well as fun awards for incidents that occurred throughout the year. Those attending from area departments were: Hastings Assistant Chief Rick Krouse and his wife Roberta, Clarksville’s Al & Theresa Jackson and Sharon & Terry Furlong. The dinner was prepared by the newest member of the fire department, Dana Rit­ tenberg. Memorial Day Parade planned for May 26 This year’s Memorial Day Parade, sponsored by VFW Post #7548 and American Legion Post #140 steps off from the McFall Elementary School parking lot at 10:15 a.m. on Monday, May 26. Anyone interested in par­ ticipating in the parade should be lined up along the cast driveway previous to 10:15 a m.. Already march­ 9028 N. Rodgers (next to Contours Express), Caledonia ing in the parade are th© bands from Thornapplc Kel­ logg high and middle schools. Any clubs, groups or indi­ viduals who would like to have a float in the parade should call 795-3696 Horse units and antique cars also arc welcome and can reserve a spot in the parade at 7953696. � https://barrycountyhistoryportal.org/files/original/25/713/SunandNews_2003-05-20.pdf 8e92a32fb66b0bc54d4910dcdbb5754a PDF Text Text HASTIUSS PUBLIC LIBRARY CHS top ten plus a tie equals eleven Lauren Batdorf by ( a thy Kurter Staff Writer The top ten students at Caledonia High School don’t quite add up — to ten that is. Due to a tic. there arc ac­ tually eleven academically top ranked students at CHS this year. “If you take a look at our top eleven, each one of them has a GPA over 4.0," said CHS Principal Jim Glazier. "You have to give them, and their parents, a lot of credit for all the hard work throughout their high school career. I think (the high GPA is) outstanding.” A brief biographical sketch of each follows al­ phabetically: • Lauren Batdorf is the daughter of Don and Judy Batdorf. She has received honors (letter and pin) for her academic achievements Michelle Bennett Andrew Blanchard Natasha Boykov Zoe Couretas Nate Furtwangler Jon Hekman Matt Paarlberg Carlie Sanxter Patrick Spitzley Matt Ziesemer as well as being a member of the National Honor Soci­ ety. She has been active in the CHS Orchestra and Honors Or­ chestra, the drama team and the choralaiers. Batdorf has volunteered her time with elementary school children, church, church praise band and as a youth group student leader. She has been a self-em­ ployed piano and violin teacher and feels her work with children of many styles has helped her to ap­ preciate the uniquene char- acteristics of each one. Her major is as yet unde­ cided, but she plans to at­ tend Grand Valley State University in the fall. For the summer she plans to spend her time working, camping and being at her grandparents’ cottage. • Michelle Bennett is the valedictorian for the CHS Class of 2003 with a grade point average of 4.26. She is the daughter of Bob and Rhonda Bennett of Caledo­ nia. Bennett is credited with initiating the cooperative gymnastics team in partner­ ship with East Grand Rapids and Caledonia this past year. She has been president of the National Honor Society, captain of varsity gymnas­ tics, active on the varsity tennis team as well as named for Winterfest Court and a Grand Rapids Press Superstar. She has been involved with many extra-curricular activities in and out of school, including volunteer­ ing at Kent Special Riding Program, Peer Mentoring and secretary for the Show­ case Riders 4-H (equestrian) Ctab. Bennett plans to attend Miami University in Oxford, Ohio. She will be doing this with the assistance of schol­ arships for academics and her art and design portfolio. She is planning to earn a bachelor’s degree in archi­ tecture and then attend graduate school to become a certified architect. The bit of leisure time that Bennett has, she likes to spend with volunteer work and equestrian pursuits. • Andrew Blanchard is the son of James and Sara Blan­ chard of Alto. His accomplishments arc as many as they are varied, including, but not limited to, National Honor Society, varsity tennis, Captains Council, All-Conference honorable mention (2002), cross country, hockey, aca­ demic achievement award and mentoring. His community projects include being a volunteer at Metropolitan Hospital (2002), St. Mary’s Angel volunteer (’03), National Relief in North Carolina (’01), a tennis instructor, as­ sisting with building a play­ ground in Colby Park (*02) and the Boys State 2002 Speaker of the House Pro Tern. Blanchard will enroll in the pre-med program at Western Michigan Univer­ sity in the fall. When not at­ tending school or in various other activities, his hobbies include tennis, swimming and fishing. • Natasha Boykov, the daughter of Pavel and Luba Boykov, is active in Na­ tional Honor Society and CHS Planetcers. She gradu ates from CHS with a cumu­ lative GPA of 4.12 Wowing the crowd at dinner theatre The cast and crew of “Last Will and Testament’ kept everyone in suspense at the GFWC-Gun Lake area s annual scholarship dinner theatre scholarsnip fund raisers Members of the Village Players of Middleville who performed were from left director Doug Brinks. Mike Bremer. John Bremer. Patti Higley Randy Eggers, Darlene ScheUmger. director robin Schweitzer and acting from me audience, Mag­ gie Benjamin The sold out event introduced the 2003 scholars^ o and ar award winners and helped raise funds for the 2004 scholarships See top 11, page 15 In This Issue Scot girls capture O-K Gold track title, 2nd at regionals Caledonia cable access TV broadcast changes planned Housing development in Caledonia Village discussed Caledonia Township Board approves 2nd Blues Festival �Page 2/The Sun and News M^kflevtUe. MwMay 23. 2003 TK Jazz Band to play tonight The Thornapple Kellogg High School Jazz Band will present its annual spring concert at 7:30 tonight. Tuesday. May 20, in the TK auditorium. Nine graduating seniors who are performing their fi­ nal concert with the jazz band will be honored. Graduating from the TK Jazz Band this year are Maegan McKee. Chris Doornbos. Chris Howarth. Chad Baragar, Cary Middlebush. Kelly Brinks, Amanda Vandcnbosch, Holly Smith and Mike Yarger. "This year's band has been an exceptional group,” said band director Ray Rick­ ert. “They play very well. We arc excited about Tues­ day's concert” Selections scheduled for performance are "Route 66.* "A Night in Tunisia.' ’Tux­ edo Junction." "Angel Eyes,” as well as several other selections. The third annual Thomas D. Nash Jazz Award will be presented to the outstanding senior member. This award is named for former Thor­ napple Kellogg Middle School Director Tom Nash, who founded the TK Jazz band more than 20 years ago- PTO meets May 20 at TK Middle School Due to construction at Page Elementary School the Thornapple Kellogg PTO will meet Tuesday. May 20 at 7 p.m. in the library at the Thomapple Kellogg Middle School. Tom Ward. Jimmy Nelson and incumbent Marty Wen­ ger. The regular meeting will follow. Katie Alverson and other members of the fund-raising committee encourage par­ ents to attend the meeting to help select the company for next year. The committee will present an overview of the four companies being considered. PTO meetings arc open to parents of all students in the district in grades kindergar­ ten through 8. The new officers for the 2003-2004 school year will also be elected at this meet­ ing. There arc openings for the boards of each building. Anyone interested in learn­ ing more about the PTO can call acting executive presi­ dent. Patricia Johns at 7958739. The PTO will provide childcare at no charge to parents attending the meet­ ing. The meeting begins with presentations from the three school board candidates, avathrAlr... REDKEN, NIOXIN & 0PI PRODUCTS 8?)NTEMP() eJ^I.ON 616-891-1095 9551 Cherry Valley Caledonia village Centre Replace your cable with DIRECTV* service. Get over 130 channels, Act now! During the DIRECTV Endless Summer Entertainment you’ll get the first SQQ99 Hl P€r month TWO MONTHS FREE! 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National 24-Hour Challenge set at TK High School June 14-15 The National 24-Hour ridden as many times as can Challenge will be held Sat­ be completed before 8 pm. urday and Sunday, June 14Loop Three, the night route, 15, beginning and ending at is six miles and is ridden as Thornapple Kellogg High many times as can be com­ School in Middleville. pleted by 8 am on June 15. Entry is limited to 500 bi­ The Thomapple Kellogg cyclists. Entry closes one High School Sports Boosters week prior to the event, on Club will have a Friday June 7, or when the limit is night Spaghetti Dinner, June reached. 13, from 5:30 to 9 p.m., This is a personal best, on which is open to the com­ road bicycle ride that tests munity for $6 per person at endurance and determina­ the door. tion. Cyclists set goals and On Saturday morning, try to achieve them at this from 6 to 8 a.m., the organi­ event, held annually on Fa­ zation holds a pancake ther's Day weekend. Partici­ breakfast which is open to pants ride with bicyclists the community at $5 per from all over the US. In person at the door. All pro­ 2002. riders from 26 states ceeds go to the TKHS and Canada rode 90,992.1 Sports Boosters Club. miles. Since 1983, This is an opportunity for 1,577,528.8 miles have been the community to meet the completed. cyclists they will see ride The event is hosted by the through the community. Rapid Wheelmen Bicycle There is a traditional bag­ Club. pipe band sendoff Saturday There are 22 single bicy­ morning, at the 8 a.m. start. cle classes for men and Awards are presented on women, ages 18 to 70+ Sunday at 9 am. at Thor­ There are three tandem napple Kellogg High classes: male, female and School. mixed. There arc 2 recum­ Many volunteer opportu­ bent classes: single and tan nities are available and vol­ dem. unteer training sessions are Beginning at Thomapple held two weeks before the Kellogg High School, bicy­ event. clists ride through Barry Sponsors for the 24-Hour County" on open roads Challenge include Spartan shared with motor vehicles. Stores. McDonald’s of Cale­ There are three loops on the donia. Coca-Cola, Rayovac, route. Loop One is 125 Casio, Nightsun, Princeton miles and is ridden first. Tec, Velocity, Kryptonhe, Loop Two is 22 miles and is Park Tool, Siegel Jewelers, DcFcct Socks, Nature Val­ ley Granola Bars, Kool Chevrolet. NES Worksafe and Auto Telephone Center. Area bicycle shops pro­ vide technical support. For more information, contact John or Diane Obermvyci. 616 241 1969, via cmail at 24hc(rtaol.com or visit the website at www.n24hc.org �The Sun ano News. MKXXevitie. ml May zu. zuuj/rage 3 Bradford White treats employees to lunch Members of the executive staff served the employees Day shift workers fill the tables in the steel warehouse. Some have just taken off their safety goggles and welding hoods by Patricia Johns Bradford White decided to treat all its employees, more than 1100 strong, to lunch on Friday. May 16. at its Middleville facility. Vice President and Plant Manager Eric Lannes said, “Our employees have been working really hard without complaint. We have devel­ oped new products and they have risen to the challenge. Wc wanted to say thank vou.” Nelson's of Indiana began barbecuing chicken and ribs second shift workers could at around 6:30 in the morn­ enjoy a lunch of chicken, ing. The tables were set up ribs, coleslaw, rolls, cookies in the loading dock area of and lemonade. the first warehouse and at 11 The final employee appre­ a.m. the first throng of din­ ciation lunch began at 3:45 ers lined up to cat. a.m. Saturday. 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Commencement for sen­ iors at Thomapple Kellogg High School will include a class address by Jared McDuffee, class president. Daniel Erb. will speak on ’Courage to Succeed.' Nancy Goodin. Daniel Parker and David Smith. members of the Board of director by Ray Rickert. Education, will present the The Undergraduate Hon­ 197 graduates with their di­ ors Assembly will be held at plomas. Music will be pro­ 1:50 p.m. Tuesday. May 27. vided by the Thomapple in the gymnasium. Parents Kellogg High School band art welcome to attend. (dfainH < Jindrete LOCAL CHURCH DIRECTORY AIASKA BAPTIST CHURCH A Luing Church - Serving a Luing Lord 9 30 a m 10 35 a m 10 50 am 600 p.m Family Night 6 30 p m Morning Worship Fellowship Time Sunday School Evening Praise WEDNESDAY 7240 6Hth Street. SE - Caledonia 2 miles east of M-37 Pastor. Dr Brian F Harrison Youth Pastor Kevin Stiles C I M M 0 I I I I C I II I C I a place to belong a place to become (Contemporary, Casual, Non denominational) 9 30 fc 1100 a m Sunday Mommy Worship 8175 Broadmoor, Caledonia Ari Miiharl Stowell. lead Pastor Rev David Moorhead. Assoc Pastor Joe Ctpcti. Wririfop Leader Denny Houma. Youth Pastor Church Office 016-891 -0287 Visit our web site www bnghtside orq CALEDONIA CHRISTIAN REFORMED CHURCH “A Church with a taring heart for our < ommunity and the world" Sunday Worship 430 am and 6.00 pm. (Child St Aduh) (Dunng the School Year) Rev. R. Scott Greenway, Pastor Keith Stulp, Youth Director Al Tiemeyer, Community Calling Church Office (616) 891-1512 M-37 at 100th St CALEDONIA HOLY FAMILY CATHOLIC CHURCH FIRST BAPTIST CHURCH OF MIDDLEVILLE M-37, north of Middleville • 795-9726 Brace N. Strwart. Senior Paator Tim A. Vine. A*»L PaMor Youth Douglas G Beason. Visitation Pastor Gary Weaver. Music Minister Pastor David Stewart. C E Chiidrcn» Pastor Sunday School Sunday Morning Wordtip Service Sunday Evening Service Wednesday Mid Week Prayer Word of Life Ouh* 4:45 a m 1100 a m 600 pm 6:45p.m. 6:45p.m. 908 W Main Street (Missouri Synod) 9 30 am. 1100 a.m. 11 00 a m Worship Sunday School Adult Bible Class Ret E Anthony Sikora Church; (616) 795-2391 GRACE UNITED REFORMED CHURCH Proclaiming the Whole Counsel of God ISO Vine Street MV to Emmons to \ me Mev 25th: ______________ **JOY!" Worahqp Services................ jgiJOa® aed 11:00 am Sunday School 4 45 am Ccrflcs Fellowship 10:30 am (Nursery Available Throughout) Res Norman Kohns • (6l6i 891-8167 Church Office; 6164191 8669 _______ Fai 891-8648 • w ww^aledoniaumcjorg of Christ 8146 68th St near WWtneyiAte Av© Churvh School. Sunday Praise Singing Morning Worship Wed Felkmsfop Life H R ISTI A N CHURCH 10 AM Sunday Morning 3449 - 76th St. S£., Caledonia v^f>i?letl)ol)ist QCIjurcIj 5590 WhitneyviHe Ave , S E Alto. Ml 49302 CHRISTIAN REFORMED CowK nyurMy Worship 9 30 am Sunday School far AB Ages 10:45 » m tienmg Worship 600 pm Paster Roger Buhman • Chmrch Office M8-039i »ww iakrwdncmm—rn arg Leighton Church Corner of 2nd street and 142nd Avenue M 37 between Middleville &l Caledonia Sunday Worship: 8:30 ajn. T raditional 11 ajn. Contemporary 6 pjn. Praise/Bihle Study Currently meeting at: Emmons Lake Elementary 8950 Kraft SE, Caledonia Rev. Dennis Ross ________ Church: (616) 868-7425________ UNITED METHODIST CHURCHES Middleville - Parmelee COMMUNITY CHURCH Finding the Way Together! An informal, contemporary church committed to our community Redeemer Covenant Church WHITNEYVILLE BIBLE CHURCH —Lighting Up Livts for GodSunday Worship 930 am Christian Educaii Hour 1 LOO am 1000 am 1100 am Sunday Benng $en«r 500 pm Wednesday Family Night S 45-8O0 pm F» Fnendk NeNtana-idi ‘Sept -Apti> AdutftMcMudi Bedaetdn 6 30 pm AJOpm F«or Pau M Hiiimjr faith Pastor Oavsd Lnkson 695! Hanna Laie A^Cafatea j 6166988001 Church Ph 616-668-6810 • Pastor i Ph 616-89767-tO Preaching the Living Word Serving The Risen Lord Sunday School 9 30 a in Sunday Morning Worship 10 30 a.m (Jr Church ft Nursery available ) Pastor. Rev Josh Blunt Contact our Dutton office al (616) 65-65-WAY Check our web site w'ftdYUjiaiCLLL.RUL Swrtn Sdtoui for AS Agm 1® TOTVSEXD ftanr • M3B44S CVJBL <6lo> H91-H026 • e-mail ietgf*ue«fierv net THORNAPPLE BIBLE CHURCH Rev Dr Jack Doorlag. Interim Minister 9 45 am 7 30 pm As of now. the 9 30 Mass of SS. Cyril ft Methodius will take place at St Therese Church in Wayland while the final phase of the building of the church takes place. Mass at SS. Cynl ft Method­ ius will resume again July 13.2003. when the dedication takes place We apolo­ gize for the inconvenience Nursery & children s activities during all services For more mformaiKxi (616) 891-8119 or ww-w peacechurch cc 10 50 am Posur EG Fuzzed SS. CYRIL and METHODIUS CHURCH Sunday Worship is at 10:00am in Caledonia Middle School’s cafeteria. Everyone is welcome! Sundav Mcrnmg Wurdap AJOam Ttadmond 1!®1* Curacmpoon Traditional Service 830 AM Acoustic Praise ft Worship Service 1LO0 AM Sunday School ft Adult Bible Study 945 AM WAYFARER. ^CHURCH Lakeside Informal mid ww* acoustic Praise and Worship tenner Parmelee Morning Woahp 930 a m Mdclev«e Momrg Wonhp II 00 am Sunday School.J 0:00 am. Sunday School (AdUtj) 9 45 a m Morning Worship...11:00 a.m. Nursery - Gode 5 1100 am Godes 66 Sunda/ E venings 5 006 15pm Evening Worship...6:00 p.m. Godes 9-12 Scndoy Evenrgi 6 30400 pm Wednesday Prayer Meeting...7:00 p.m. Godes 612 Wednesday Evenrgs 6 00-7 30 p m Rev. Royle Bailard, Pastor Rev Lee Zachman ______________Phone 868-6437_______________ Church Office Phone - 795-9266 Ce/e&utfe... Located in Leighton Township ALASKA CONGREGATION Middleville. MI 49333 • 945 1555 Located near the corner of M-37 and McCann Service Times: Sunday School ........................ 9 45 am Morning Worship............................. 11 00 a m Evening Worship...............................6:00 p.m Youth Group ..................... 6:00 p m Sunday Midweek 7 00 p.m. Wed. 9:30 a m. Thurs GUN LAKE COMMUNITY CHURCH & PRESCHOOL Community CtiurcN A Place for Farmiv & r Fiends 6201 Whunevsdle Avenue. Also St Paul Lutheran Church Missouri Synod Corner of Mth St and Kraft in Caledonia ______ 1 mile west of M-37 Mid-Week at the Oasis - Wed. 6:30 PM ________ WWW StPaulCaledonia ory__________ Sunday School for ages 3 yr. thru 6th grade: Sr. High. Sun. 6:30 pm Jr. High. Sun. 6:30 pm CALEDONIA UNITED METHODIST Wedneaday 6:00 P.M. Evening Prayer phone 795-2370 or 948-9327 Vicar - Rev. David T. HuMwIck AH Servicer have a Nursery available • Barner free Rev P Adams Phone 891-8440 269 795 7903 W > U g unlakecumnamaychurch ocg liclxcl 11:00 A.M. Holy Communion Pastor Robert Gerke • Pastor David Ziehr Office Phone 891 BBSS 9255 84th Street. Alto, MI 49302 Ow mile east of Whitneyville Rd Sunday Worship: 900 am or 10:30 am. Wednesday Worship 630 pm Sunday Sarvic* Tinrn 9:15 A.M. Morning Prayer (Holy Communion 2nd Sunday) YOU ARE INVITED 698-9660 Meeting you. your friends, and your family right where you ‘re at. 2415 McCann Rd. (In Irving) Rev Tom DeVnes Pastor - 795-9901 A Church for today‘s world Spirit-filledfamily Church. Rev. Dave LeBlanc, Pastor a 10 00 a m. 11:15 a m 600 pm. Services at 9 30 a m and 6 p.m Kraft Avenue at Johnson Street Saturday Evening Mass ... 5:00 p.m Sunday Mass . .9:00 am. & 11:00 a.m. 708 W. Main Street Morning Worship Service Sunday School Evening Worship Service Middleville Good Shepherd Wesleyan Church Lutheran Church 1664 N M 37 Highway 12200 Weu M-179 Highway (Ouef Noonday Road) W.) had Ml 49J48 Phone 891-9259 MIDDLEVILLE CHRISTIAN REFORMED JfatduaA rtiktmtiMuer. net A mtrmer dAt wumjedctmenuvenmLorg (.smernm Oumha ef Amrnu 8546 WMneyvfle /We ar 84m Sr • 891-8661 The Church where everybody ij somebody.. and Jesus is Lord" Meeting at Caledonia High School Smdar School 4Kam. kraa, Momrg Wonhc 1030 am ’Asefng at crape zr Aue Sunday Evenrg Worshp 6 00 pm Wea Moweek Royer 4 3c*e Srudy 700 pm ’hrxs Suys Paca • tonor Aaoc Pafa weci*e ✓rfrey-Heooecxg____ �The Sun and News. Middleville. Ml May 20. 2003/Page 5 Cell phones for seniors seeks interest by Ruth Zachary Staff Writer Citizen Don Miesen com­ mitted to collecting 100 cell phones for Caledonia Town­ ship two months ago to do­ nate to needy senior citizens, but he’s been disappointed with his achievement Miesen said May 7 that he had made an effort to collect used cell phones for the new program instituted by the township, but had collected only one. He said some peo­ ple had shown interest. He challenged residents to em­ brace the program and come Engagements forward with donations, to be delivered to the township office. First, however, old phones must be collected. Township Supervisor Bryan Harrison explained the meeting in March had not been televised, and he hopes there will be a better response after this month’s meeting. The Township Board ap­ proved a senior cell hone program in late March to en­ able seniors or other people with particular special needs to trade in old cell phone equipment for non-sub­ scriber phones equipped with a 911 signal. Other groups of people who need 911 service also might be eligible, such as battered women. The phones may be used for 911 service on a limited basis, such as when travel­ ing. They would become the user’s property. The used equipment and battery chargers are hoped to be brought in for exchange. Some of this old equipment may be reprogrammed. Those who believe they should get involved in this program can apply at the township office in Caledo­ nia. The phone number is 891-0070. Memorial Day Parade planned for May 26 This year's Memorial Day Parade, sponsored by VFW Post #7548 and American Legion Post #140 steps off from the McFall Elementary School parking lot at 10:15 a.m. on Monday. May 26. Anyone interested in par­ ticipating in the parade should be lined up along the east driveway previous to 10:15 a.m.. Already march­ ing in the parade are the bands from Thomapple Kel­ logg high and middle schools. Any clubs, groups or indi­ viduals who would like to have a float in the parade should call 795-3696. Horse units and antique cars also are welcome and can reserve a spot in the parade at 7953696. The parade w ill pause for a moment of silence, w reath throwing and 21 gun salute at the bridge before continu­ ing to Mount Hope Ceme­ tery for a brief ceremony and a private plane fly over Caledonia students named to Phi Kappa Phi Zuidersma-Ellens Blackmore-Hoevenaar Emily Anne Zuidcrsma and Brent Michael Ellens will be wed on Mav 31. 2003 Their parents are Duane and Alice Zuidcrsma of Middleville, and Marlene and the late Gordon Ellens of Zeeland. The bride-to-be graduated with her bachelor’s degree from Cornerstone University and will obtain her master’s degree in psychology from Wheaton College in Illinois this spring. Her fianc6 received his bachelor’s degree from Calvin College and his doc­ torate in psychology from Wheaton College. Engaged and planning a July 26. 2003 wedding are Holly Lynn Blackmore and Matthew Scott Hoevenaar. The future bride and her par­ ents. Tom and Sue Blackmore. are of Caledonia. She is a graduate of Caledonia High School and is currently attending Grand Rapids Community College. The groom-elect and his parents. Gary and Pat Hoevenaar, are of Wayland. He is a graduate of Wayland Union High School and attended Kala­ mazoo Valley Community College. 40 * 40 * 40 * 40 * 40 * 40 * Tammie ® Tk < There s no way to disguise it, you’re turning * © < * ® 40 1 Saturday, May 24th g © 40 * 40 * 40 * 40 * 40 * 40 * Courtney Wiersum of Caledonia w as named to the National Honor Society of Phi Kappa Phi at Grand Val­ ley State University Wiersum is the daughter of Charles and Janie Wier­ sum and is pursuing a bach­ elor’s degree in psychology/special education at Grand Valley. The primary objective of the National Honor Society of Phi Kappa Phi is the recognition and encourage­ ment of superior scholarship Middleville Support Group meets Tuesday The “Middleville Support Group” continues to meet, even though conflict has ended in Iraq. The meeting will be at 7 p.m. in the VFW Hall on Main Street in Mid­ dleville. The group will discuss the success of the hot dog sale on Armed Forces Day, Sat­ urday, May 17, at the Mid­ dleville Market Place. The event raised about $500. All proceeds will go to shipping costs and purchas­ ing items for care packages for those now serving from the local area. Family and friends of those serving either overseas or stateside are welcome to attend these meetings. Re­ freshments are served. in all academic disciplines. Undergraduate students arc eligible for consideration who have senior status and are scholastically in the up­ per 10 percent of their class; or who have reached the fi­ nal period of their junior year and are scholastically in the upper five percent of their class. Grand Valley is focused on the undergraduate acade­ mics and dedicated to indi­ vidual student achievement. It has been named one of “America’s 100 Best Col­ lege Buys” for the past seven years. v^HCamival. 7 DAY CARIBBEAN FROM MIAMI FALL RAWS S Tve always been anxious about going to the dentist. but Dr. VanderHetde made the appointment fun and comfortable for me. ’ — Liz Sorsen. 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Pictured from left are associate regional vice presidents Susan A. Foster and John C Anderson, eighth grader Allyson Foster, ninth grader Nick Boonstra, fifth grader Becca Campeau, executive assistant Cheryl Mosey and account executive Deborah Werl. The company will also select a winner from all the report cards turned in for a $100 savings bon x Service sd/% In pursuit of fulfilling all your needs - men, women, children and body. 3M'o TK SCHOOL LUNCH MENUS Wednesday. May 21 'Salon. Inc. Bosco cheesesticks w/ meat sauce or rib BQ on a bun. com. pineapple, milk. by Patricia Johns Staff Writer Kurt Knoertzer was sworn in as a reserve police officer at the May 13 meeting of the village council. He was se­ lected from three applicants. Knoertzer has prior experi­ ence and is looking forward to working with the village. In other police business Sgt. Tony Stein announced that with the approval of Sheriff DeBoer. Julie Jones will be assigned to the Mid­ dleville Unit on a temporary basis while another officer is recuperating from surgery. The board approved con­ tracts with the Michigan De­ partment of Transportation as well. The first is for work on Main Street from the light to Lem Paul. The sec­ ond contract to finish work on Grand Rapids Street from Lafayette to Eagle still has a few details to work out. The village also decided to join with 60 other munici­ palities to allow the law firm of Varnum. Riddering, Schmidt and Howlett to ne­ gotiate the franchise con­ tract renewal with Charter Communications. Village manager Bryan Gruesbeck will work with staff on seeing if there is an­ other location for the recy- Village Clerk Rhonda Fisk swears in new reserve police officer Kurt Knoertzer. He will begin working as a volunteer immediately and since he lives less than 10 minutes away can respond to last minute needs. cling bins which were for­ merly located at Middleville Marketplace. Due to the ex­ pansion. they have had t be removed. Staff and village engineer Steve Williams will also work on preliminary re­ search for a new water tower and expansion of the Waste Water Treatment Plant. Dedication of Stagecoach Park will be on Saturday. May 31 at II a m. The next meeting of the village council is on Tues­ day. May 27 at 7 p.m. in the village hall. Thursday. May 22 Taco salad or com dog on a stick. California blend, fresh watermelon, milk. Family Dentistry of Caledonia Ask us about our new office Dr Gary Scott, D.D.S. 9958 Cherry Valley Ave. SE Caledonia (616) 891-0004 Fax (616) 891-5170 Friday. May 23 Pizza or fish sandwich on a bun. veggie, fruit, milk. Raymon Galle named Rotary Student of the Month for May Monday, May 26 Memorial School. Day. No Tuesday, May 27 Chicken nuggets w/breadstick or pepperoni hot pock­ ets. veggie, fruit, milk. 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Participating as a threcyear National Honor Society member, walking to cure diabetes, leaching Spanish to first grade students, and working al a part-time job keep Galle busy outside the school. Future plans include an international relations major at Michigan State University. Raymon Galle “Raymon has a great sense of humor, is well-liked by his peers, and is willing Cull 945-9554 to place your Sun & NewsACTION-Ad. movie outpost VIDEO SUPERSTORE Glen Valley Retail Center M-37 891-9303 Open Weekdays 10 am to 11 pm & midnight on Fri. & Sat. I I MOVIE OUTPOST,1 H.S/DVI) movies & plater rentals I Rent One Movie or Game and ‘ ‘ ren,a' | • Special Orders and previewed get a second rental FREE I movies & games for sale 1 with this coupon. 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He will still be available to work with other members of a team because they need his involvement, he said. Apol's wife, Kris, said "Tom needs a break. He really needs to have some responsibility lifted." Stock Market Alone. I may live just down the street, but I’ve got instant access to Wall Street. I can give you up to-the-second information on more than 5,000 stocks. Drew McFadden itwestmeni Representative 9185 Cherry V®He> Ave SE Suite t Caiedonui Mi 49316 Bus 616891 1173 Toll Free 866891 1173 www eOwarOlpnes com Edwardjones She said she hopes they both will have more time for other things as a result. Apol said television is a fast evolving technology. All other broadcasting sta­ tions are converting from analog to high definition TV in a digital format. Now all other channels in the area are either changing to a digi­ tal formal or have completed the transition to the faster, high speed technology. Five years ago when the township and village bought equipment to televise meet­ ings. all was done on UHF or VHF. or an analog for­ mal. "In 1998 when we got the new equipment we have now. it was VHS format. That was cutting edge tech­ nology when we went to that. Basically we have been running that for five years. Everything is outdated." Apol said Caledonia is also on the verge of "chang­ ing from an analog format of filming to a digital format, and we're hoping to get a definition TV digital format. That's our goal." He said Rushmore's equipment at Aquinas Col­ lege is all on a digital for­ mal. and he is very inter­ ested in learning about it. Apol said Rushmore will be working with Trevor Ixe. another Aquinas student. "We went over to look at the new building there," Apol said. Another major change in broadcasting is that public TV channels in the area are becoming independent from political and governmental involvement. He said Cale­ donia is the last holdout in the old system, the sole ex­ ample remaining that has not converted to an inde­ pendently run publicly owned operation. One of the options is for the Caledonia public access channel also to move the lo­ cation to another site. This could be in the utilities building on Emmons Street or yet another location, he said. No decision has been made. Township employee Elaine Veltman updates community and business in- Just Say AH tor. He worked quite a few years with Disney before starting the academy." He is attending Aquinas as a sophomore. 'I'm major­ ing in business and commu­ nications. so that I can hope­ fully apply that to the film industry some day." he ex­ plained. "My goal is to write and produce film." he said. ‘My interest centers on historical fiction, films that tell a story about humanity, staying true to the actual storv. That could take an event in history, or a per­ son's life and tell that on film and do it well, without having to glitz it up a lot... tell the actual story the way it happened." He said this might be done in an almost documen­ tary fashion. He said he likes history a lot. and he is intrigued with many eras, but one which especially fascinates him is the Jewish fight for Inde­ pendence in the 1940s. Kegan Rushmore Tom Apol formation from the township office to run on the channel. Apol said Veltman had no objection to changing the station's location there. Apol said the equipment presently used is in the Village/Township Hall base­ ment. Another location would place the equipment in a totally independent en­ vironment. and allow better security and limited access by persons not familiar with the technical equipment. Caledonia representatives plan to visit the Wyoming Public Access Channel to learn what they can about these options. "In a couple of weeks, we arc going to WKTV. the Wyoming Kentwood Public Access at Clyde Park by 54th Street, at their brand new building and we are go­ ing to find out exactly what equipment they use and what format." Apol said they were going to get their heads together to know what was needed in Caledonia to make the tran­ sition from analog to digital. "Digital is the coming thing. "Channel 8 recently spent over $1 million for a new high definition TV studio." He explained they are hopeful the minimum amount needed for Caledo­ nia to at least make a transi­ tion to the new technology will not be anywhere near that amount, but at present he has "no idea about the minimal amount." He is looking forward to such a transition because of the technical signal quality Meet Dr. Jennifer Battiste, primary care physician, along with life long Caledonia resident Leon VanderLaan, PA-C, at the Caledonia Office of Advantage Health. Vanderlaar. look forward tomi^^a you and k family providing you and with personal, compn ^knsive health care services. problems which have plagued the broadcasts. He said. "Other public ac­ cess channels in Grand Rap­ ids and the surrounding ar­ eas are extremely well run and successful." Learning from what oth­ ers have already done can save Caledonia from making a lot of mistakes. "We don't need to rein­ vent the wheel." he said. Rushmore started last year after attending a local film school called Compass Arts Academy, which trains in media production, with the object of getting people into the film industry, he said. "They have a lot of con­ tacts in Hollywood. New York, the major film pro­ duction areas of the country. Dave Anderson is the direc- 4S95 N.M-37 Hwy Need Summer Day Care? 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He attended both Grand Rapids Community College and Grand Valley State University and has performed in several honors recitals. He studied guitar under well known area teachers Paul Vondiziano and Brian Morris as well as nationally known Preston Reed of Minneapolis. He formerly taught guitar at GRCC. Karbowski currently maintains a steady concert schedule and gives guitar lessons in jazz, blues, rock, folk and classical styles. Brian Karbowski eason <. Ice Cream & Sandwiches 9964 Cherry Valley • 891-0516 (Just south of Caledonia Hardware) Purchase ONE SMALL CONE, Receive SECOND SMALL CONE FREE TWIST N' SCOOP Present ad when ordenng One per customer Expires 6-30-03. Financial Focus Furnished by Drew McFadden of Edward Jones and Co • (616) 891 -1173 Trusts can help you achieve estate planning goals When you develop your estate plans, you might be surprised at all of the objec­ tives you want to accom­ plish. 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But you could use some of the income you receive from your trust to pay the premi urns on a life insurance poll cy on yourself, with your heirs as beneficiaries. To keep this policy out of your estate and avoid estate taxes, you may want to put it in another type of trust - an irrevocable life insurance trust. Trusts are not suitable for everyone. And they can be quite complex instruments, so. before taking any action, consult with your tax and legal advisers. But if your trusts are correctly set up, they can go a long way toward helping turn your estate plans into reality '■ .. ■"Tri" ■" A ■ "iui111" Memorial Day Holiday Deadlines for r^SunondNeuB ' ^’news - Display Advertising Deadlines for fhe Reminder, I he Sun and News, The Lakewood News and the Maple Valley News will be Thursday, May 22 at Noon * Classified Deadlines ~ ' for The Sun and News, Lakewood News and Maple Valley News, will be Friday May 23 at Noon. Deadline for The Reminder will be Friday May 23 at 5 p.m. �The Sun and News. Middleville. Ml May 20. 2003/Page 9 Housing development in Caledonia discussed by Ruth Zachary Staff Writer The Caledonia Village Council was brought up to speed May 12 on the Plan­ ning Commission’s handling of a controversial proposed residential development. Village Trustee Nick Un­ ger talked about a public hearing May 6 to discuss a proposal brought by Bob and John Tol for Calvin Kooiker, for a 38-acre PUD housing development off Kinsey and l(XMh streets The first step asked to rezone the parcel from agri­ cultural to R-2 (medium density single-family resi­ dential). A future step would have rezoned again, estab­ lishing a PUD with more density, accompanied by a preliminary site plan pro­ posal. Unger said, "There were about 35 people in the audi­ ence, the largest number of people I have ever seen at a hearing. Members of the commission, of the public and Village Planner (Mark) Sisson... discussed various details of the proposal " He explained a work session and further discussion was scheduled with the devel­ oper for 7 p.m tonight (May 20). Trustee Dan Erskine noted the development planned for would add 116 homes. He said the impres­ sion given was that residents thought that was "way too many, way too crowded, and the green space was spread out way too far.” Unger agreed that most people were against the vari­ ous plans. He said the con­ cerns were about traffic and density, which was why the commission postponed mak­ ing a decision and attempted further discussion with the developer. "I don't expect an an­ swer... within the next 30 days," but suspect it will be a multi-step process, and we will move ahead from there. ’’There was some support from the Planning Commis­ sion to convert to an R-l, which is for 60 to 70 homes, and he said (Developer Bob Tol) he couldn't afford to live with that type of thing." Unger said he thought a compromise to benefit both the developer and the com­ munity would be needed. Trustee Chuck Audy said public interest in the project was very high. He thought both public and planning commissioners needed as much support and involve­ ment to the process as the council members could give. He said that the amount of development in the vicinity of the village should be looked at. The village devel­ ops in the context of the whole environment, includ­ ing the township. "It emphasizes the need for the governments to come to­ gether to look at the issues on both sides of our bor­ ders." In other business last week the Village Council: • Approved the appoint­ ments of Caledonia Town­ ship Board Trustee Wally Bujak and Township Plan­ ner Dave Zylstra to replace Jim Tolen and Village Man­ ager Sandy Ayers, who had served on the Independence Day Committee prior to es­ tablishing it as the joint Villagc/Township Committee. Trustee Nick Unger said volunteers to help in plan­ ning and working at the event are still needed. Com­ mittee meetings will be held Wednesdays of the second and fourth weeks of the months until the celebration, scheduled for Saturday, June 28. is held. There will also be a truck pull on Friday, June 27. • Street improvements previously approved for Dobber Wenger at a cost of $10,825, required an amend­ ment to the budget of the lo­ cal street fund to reflect the amount. The improvements already have been made. • Was told by Unger that Village Manager Sandra Ay­ ers had presented a site plan for the new public works ga­ rage, with a Planning Com­ mission decision to accept the site plan May 6. Trail Association will meet Thursday, May 22 The Thornapple Trail As­ sociation’s next meeting is scheduled for 7 p.m. Thurs­ day, May 22, at 7 p.m. at Whispering Waters Campground on Irving Road. The agenda will include work on brochure, upcom­ ing events and projects on the Paul Henry Trail. Plans for the dedication of Stage­ coach Park in Middleville May 31 will be discussed. Information about the Paul Henry Trail and the Thornapple Trail Associa­ tion is now available on line at thornappletrail.com or at thomappletrail.org. Information on the web­ site includes a map. infor­ mation about the history , a Ayers said the project would be open for bids from the present until 2 p.m. on Thursday. May 22. Planning Commission minutes were accepted. Unger said ZyIstra had in­ dicated details of the water transfer agreement would be completed in June. • Scheduled for Tuesday evening. May 27, a village budget workshop. • Reminded residents the street dedication of several new streets in the commer­ cial area along M-37 was scheduled for Saturday. May 17. at the Village Hall. The east west streets will be named Higley. Kaechele and 92nd. while the north south artery will be named Dobber Wenger Me­ morial Drive. Caledonia Vil­ lage officials decided in August of last year. The fi­ nal ceremonial proceedings will later move to the loca­ tions of the streets. • Received requests for spraying the village for mos­ quitoes because of the West Nile Virus, which breed in catch basins. Ayers reported there is a new larvaecide be­ ing suggested at the county level. Mosquitoes breed in catch basins, marshy lake ar­ eas. and places like the sewer treatment ponds. Ayers said she had sug­ gested the residents might also consider this at an asso­ ciation meeting. President Daryl Penfold asked if the county offered an application and known cost. Unger asked if the county planned to spray areas which include Lakeside Park, at Emmons Lake, which is a county park. No plans this Memorial Weekend? me join us as we continue the message series, **40 Days of Purpose**—* spiritual journey to help you find your purpose in life! Come and hear what God says concerning living a purpose driven life. It’s not too late to participate in this nationwide campaign. Check it out—it could be life-changing! SUNDAYS at Brightside Church SERVICES: 9:30 a.m. and 11 a.m. Location: 8175 Broadmoor Ave. S.E. (between 76th and 84th streets on M-37) Informal—childcare provided—refreshments served Convenient parking—friendly people—relevant message QUESTIONS? CALL 891-0287 membership application and trail activities. There will also be links to other bicy­ cling trails and organizations in Michigan. GET ALL THE NEWS OF BARRY COUNTY! Subscribe to the Hastings Banner. Call 945-9554 for more information. Ayers said she would fol­ low up on details of both questions. • Noted brush cleanup was needed. The early May ice storm and recent wind storm had left a lot of debris in the village. A 10-inch di­ ameter maple on Emmons Street was one example. It was suggested that some volunteer effort or commu­ nity service would be help­ ful. Village President Daryl Penfold said there were other places, such as North and Kinsey streets. C 0 M M Uh I I Y C H II R C Caledonia M-37/Broadmoor Ave. just north of 84th St. �Page 10/The Sun and News. MiddleviBe. Ml/May 20.2003_______________ ___ Donald D. Britten Joshua Aaron Edward Orman mother. Sheryl (Robert) timpani of Wyoming, brothers. Billy (Cindy) Orman Jr. of Wyoming. BillyJake Orman of Hastings and l>ucas Orman of Wyoming; sister. Julec (Dave) Lovell of Wayland; grandparents. Shirley and Donald Ward of Newaygo. Bonnie and Ixe Hall of Reed City. Betty and Richard l-ampam of Wy oming. Geraldine Orman of Cuttlerville. Ixona Hall of Luther, aunts, uncles and close friends. HASTINGS Joshua Aaron Edward Orman, age 21. of Hastings, died I ucsday. May 13, 2003 Joshua was bom on Aug. 30. 1981 in Grand Rapids, the son of Billy and Sheryl (Ward) Orman He was raised in the Middlcville/Hastings areas and attended schools there He loved to tinker, taking things apart, seeing how they worked and then putting them hack together again. Joshua is survived by his Preceding him in death were his father Billy Orman Sr. in July 2002 Graveside services were held on Saturday. May 17. 2003 at Brush Ridge Cemetery. Rev. Joseph Oswalt officiating. Burial was at Brush Ridge Cemetery. Hope Township. Barry County. Memorial contributions may be made to the family. Arrangements were made by Wren Funeral Home of Hastings. SERVING OUR COUNTRY cises. and special training in human relations. In addition, airmen who complete basic training earn credits toward an associate degree through the Commu­ nity College of the Air Force. He is the son of Brenda Curtis of Hastings and Robert Johnson of Mi­ ramar Road, Grand Rapids. Johnson is a 2002 gradu ate of Thomapplc Kellogg High School. Andrew Johnson Air National Guard Air­ man I st Class Andrew John­ son has graduated from ba­ sic military training at Lack­ land Air Force Base. San Antonio. Texas. During the six weeks of training, the airman studied the Air Force mission, orga­ nization. and military cus­ toms and courtesies; per­ formed drill and ceremony marches, and received phys­ ical training, rifle marks­ manship. field training exer­ 628. enjoyed camping, fish­ ing. hunting, traveling, play­ ing and singing with his gui­ tar. gardening, doing cross­ word puzzles, but mostly spending time with family and friends. Mr. Britten is survived by his wife. Phyllis; daughters. Cathy (Phil) Curtis of Middleville. Judy (Aurelio) DeLeon of Grand Rapids. Joyce (Rick) Fritz of Wyoming. Sherry (Richard) Kimble of Kentwood, Susan (Marv) Johnson of Grand Rapids. Robin (Rick) Slagel of Hastings; son. Donald Britten. Jr. of Hastings. Dan (Sherry ) VanSly ke of Grand Rapids; 22 grandchildren; 25 great grandchildren; one great great grandchild, brother. Gerald (Frankie) Britten of Delton; sisters. Marie Converse of Hastings. Pauline O'Connor of California. Geraldine (Lawrence) Hull of Hastings; Charlotte Scott of Arizona; nieces, nephews and cousins; four brothersin-law s and their spouses; three sister-in-laws and spouse. Preceding him in death were his parents, first wife in 1996. step-son Ken VanSlyke and his wife Kathy; brother. Bob Britten and sister. Mae Converse Services were held Saturday. May 17. 2(M)3 at Wren Funeral Home Rev. Kenneth R. Vaught official ing. Burial was al Irving Township Cemetery with full military honors. Memorial contributions may be made to Barry Community Hospice. Arrangements were made by Wren Funeral Home of Hastings. Vivian Sherman Hometown Full Service Garden Center! Creek HASTINGS - Donald D Britten, age 76. erf Hastings, died Wednesday. May 14. 2003 at his home. Mr. Britten was bom on April 17. 1927. in Hastings, the son of James and Ruth (Sawdy) Britten. He was raised in the Hastings/Delton and Hickory Comers area and attended Delton schools, graduating in 1945 from WK. Kellogg High School in Hickory Comers. He served in the U.S. Army from April 9. 1948 until honorable discharge on April8.1951. He served pri­ marily in Panama. He was married to Mary Leonard, the marriage end­ ing in divorce. He was mar­ ried to Phyllis M (Stover) VanSlyke on Jan. 30. 1976. Mr. Britten owned and operated “Britten Concrete Construction Co.” in Hastings for over 20 years before in retirement in 1992. He had previously worked Hastings Aluminum at Products Co. and ConklinBritten Concrete Construction Co. He was a member of Hastings Moose Ix»dge No. e Just West Off M-37 • 10197 Garbow Rd. • Middleville CALEDONIA - Vivian Sherman, age 85. of Caledonia, passed away in Zephyrhills, Fla. on April 7, 2003 where she has been a winter resident for the past 20 years. Mrs. Sherman was bom in Grand Rapids, Nov. 6. 1917. She was a kindergarten teacher for the Caledonia School System, a member of the Caledonia United Methodist Church, Order of Eastern Star, church organist for many years, and a mem­ ber of the Sleepy Hollow Old Times Band, playing the piano and violin. Survivors include her lov­ ing husband. James Sherman of Caledonia; son, John and wife. Jan Sherman of Caledonia; daughter Luanne Higgins and son-inlaw. Charles Higgins of Lake City; and four grand children. Adam Sherman. Middleville’s Ron Buning joins American Angus Association Ron Buning, Middleville, largest beef cattle registry association in the world. Its is a new member of the Earty spring hours: 8:30 a m. - 8:00 p.m. Monday • Saturday records American Angus Assoc­ computerized OPEN MEMORIAL DAY 8 AM to 4 PM__________ iation. reports John Crouch, include detailed information F}u!k tfark with Delivery Available Jot* CtSTII Landscaping Materials and Equipment Andrew Sherman. Aaron Sherman and John A Sherman A memorial service will be held Friday. May 16. 2003 at II am. at the Caledonia United Methodist Church. Memorial contributions may be made to the Caledonia United Methodist Church, building fund executive vice president of the national breed registry organization in St. Joseph, Mo. The American Angus Association, with more than 35,000 active adult and junior members, is the on more than 14 million reg istered Angus. The association records ancestral information and keeps production records on individual animals for its members. These permanent records help members select and mate the best animals in their herds to produce high quality, efficient breeding cattle which are then record­ ed with the American Angus Association. Most of these registered Angus arc used by the U.S. farmers and ranches who raise high quality bed for U.S. consumption. flowering Shrubs and pushes • Seeds • pansies • tfulbs Hanging flaskets Urn Liners /Vtaniy sizes to choose from. Starting at $5" Floral Shop Offers Fresh Cut Flowers and Roses Thousand to choose from fl/IRK 19 yD QROWJJ 25 yD gOCD 25 yD RED 28 yD CEDAR Member of the Perennial Ptant Association EVERY TUESDAY — SENIOR CITIZENS DAY 1O% OFF ALL PURCHASES! Phone: 269.795.7674 • Floral Shop 269-795-0239 Some things are meant to be a certain way... 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The board approved pur­ chasing an automatic defi­ brillator. approved Lisa Hadley attending the Na­ tional Fire Academy in Oc­ tober and agreed to send Township Clerk Susan Vli- Kay D residential development wins Plan Commission approval by Patricia Johns Staff Writer The Yankee Springs Plan­ ning Commission voted unanimously Thursday night to approve the preliminary PUD plans for the Kay D residential development on Norris and Bender roads. This recommendation now goes on to the Town­ ship Board for action. Planning Commission Chairman Richard Beukema stressed that he understands the concerns neighbors of this properly have. “I just wish they under­ stood that we can t keep a property owner from devel­ oping his land as long as he follows the ordinances,” Beukema said. “If agricul­ ture zoning allows homes on three acres, that is what he is allowed to build.” The commission also ap­ proved the final preliminary plans for the Pleasant Valley Planned Unit Development (PUD), which is behind the Amoco station on Patterson Road. The board also approved the preliminary design for Boulder Ridge. The devel- opers now have to obtain permits from the Barry-Ea­ ton District Health Depart­ ment and the Barry County Road Commission. The board also held pub­ lic hearings on changes to ordinances. All proposed changes were approved, ex­ cept for several provisions in Article III. The commis­ sion is asking the township attorney to look over the provision to add “Other uses may be approved by the Planning Commission” to the section listing special exception uses. The attorney also will re­ view the addition of the pro­ vision “Restaurants with a drive-up window as a per­ mitted use in C-3 commer­ cial as a special exception use. The next meeting of the Yankee Springs Township Planning Commission will be at 7 p.m. Thursday, June 19, in the township hall. Final AYSO signups planned for tonight The final in person sig­ nups for the fall 2003/spnng 2004 Middleville AYSO sexxer season will take place from 6 to p.m. tonight. Tuesday. May 20. in the cafeteria at Thornappc Kel­ logg Middle School. The registratioa fee is $40 per player for one to two children or $35 per player for three or more children in the same family. The fee in­ cludes full uniform, soccer 9185 Cherry Valley SE (M-37) Caledonia, MI 49316 (616) 891-9000 New Showroom Open: Mon., Th. 10-8; Tue . Wed., Fri 10-5:30; Sat. 9-3 etstra to the fire academy in November for advanced leadership training. At the Monday session. Thornapple Township Emergency Services (TIES) Director Mark Marentette discussed the South Metro meeting at Gaines Township Hall May 13. Then on Wednesday, those trustees at the quarterly meeting re­ viewed the material pre­ sented on that night. Following a discussion, the board decided to put this issue before a special meet­ ing and to ask Marentette for clarification on some issues. Computer upgrades were approved at both meetings. New treasurer Deb Buckow­ ing said she is excited about how much more efficient the office will be following the upgrades. The board approved working with the DDA and Winter. Troutwine and As­ sociates to do a feasibility study on the depot. In new construction busi­ ness. the board formed a construction review commit­ tee. Vlietstra and Buckow ­ ing and Supervisor Don Boysen, to approve pay ap­ plications for the new facil­ ity. There was discussion with no action on office fur­ niture and equipment needed for the new facility. Hast­ ings City Bank has been designated for the transfer of building project bond money. In other business, the board appointed former Treasurer Shirley Eaton to a position on the Local Devel­ opment Finance Authority. The Thornapple Area Parks and Recreation Com­ mission will hold its annual golf outing June 28 at Mullenhurst Golf Course. The board approved spending $2,000 for the township's portion of the Community Vis program as presented by Dixie Stade IManshum The board also adopted the Barry County Farmland Preservation resolution. The next regular meeting of the Thomapple Township Trustees will be at 7 p.m Monday. June 9. 'Family Dentistry' of Caledonia Welcoming New Patients Dr Gary Scott, D.D.S. magazine and insurance. Player registration forms require the signature of a parent or guardian. AYSO (American Youth Soccer Organization) is an all-volunteer organization and always needs help. For more information, visit the Middleville AYSO website at www.middlevilleAYSO.org or call the re­ gional registrar, Lisa Sin­ clair, at 269-945-4622. 9958 Cherry Valley Ave. SE Caledonia (616) 891-0004 Fax (616) 891 -5170 Ask us about our new office We accept Mastercard, Visa & Discover Famous Flooring I Big Savings on Luxury Carpets by Perhaps never has saving money been quite so fashionable. All Carpets on Sale < CARPET’ TILE• VINYL• WOOD• LAMINATE Sale through May 31st �Page 12/The Sun and News. MxJdlevUie mi May 20. 2003 Cal. Twp. Board approves 2nd blues festival by Ruth Zachary Staff Writer The Caledonia Township Board May 7 endorsed an application for John Criss­ man's second Cow Patlie Blues Festival scheduled for Aug. 9 on Alaska Avenue, and sponsored by the West Michigan Blues Society. The festival is organized with the intention of raising funds going toward a Blues in the Schools program and the International Blues Competition. Crissman said the first year netted the group only about $200, but they hope the interest in the festival will grow and to make more money in the future. Hoping to learn how to make the festival better, he said he at­ tended a conference in Memphis in January, and some people said, "At least you made a profit." Approval is needed Io be licensed to have liquor, beer and wine, and camping on the site. The event is only for one day. Board members men­ tioned comments by neigh­ bors over the impacts of the first year. Crissman said one of the neighbors had reversed ear­ lier concerns and had com­ mented on the “professional well-run organization of the event.” Crissman said other neighbors seemed to be away for the week. Supervisor Bryan Harri­ son asked for verification that all adjacent properly owners in the area were in favor of the festival. He also asked that the entrances be well identified. Trustee Wally Bujak sug­ gested other nearby drives be marked as not being the blues location so residents would not be bothered by at­ tendees who can't find the site. Crissman said a large banner marked the driveway entrance to the festival. "I don't know how much better we could do than an address and a sign at the en­ trance ." Crissman said Kent County sheriffs deputies would be on the site. Traffic is being directed from 68th Street to Alaska, after pav­ ing is done. He said he Ontui^ thought some people's ap­ prehensions were over­ blown. In other recent business, the Township Board: • Re-appointed Don Koopmans to serve on the Caledonia Planning Com­ mission for a three-year term. Harrison said he had been one of the longer serv­ ing members on the com­ mission. Trustee Bill Bravata asked if any others had been considered. He said he liked to see a turnover to "freshen the blood on some of these committees." Supervisor Bryan Harri­ son said a new application had come in that day. Two commissioners have served only a short time; LeiLani VanLaar and Matt Mahacek. • Discussed the town­ ship's water transfer agree­ ment with the village, as re­ quested by Trustee Richard Robertson. Robertson said there seemed to be confusion over how the township obligation to the village would be ful­ filled. 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Pierson said if the village later wanted the wa­ ter main installation, it could decide to do so. • Adopted a new storm­ water ordinance, which fol­ lows a model passed by many other townships in Kent County. It includes some changes to the design standards of the old ordi­ nance. The board amended the resolution so a map was at­ tached as a reference which would be a part of the plan. • Considered an analysis of hiring a regular mainte­ nance staff person vs. con­ tracting for maintenance from local companies. Trustee Bill Bravata has said he feels it’s important someone be on hand to take care of problems such as changing light bulbs, empty­ ing trash or seeing to other duties such as clearing snow before a meeting. He said a full-time maintenance em­ ployee could respond to problems as needed. "We could do an analysis to see if we can't already, with the money we are spending, within our current budget afford somebody. We could then take a look at what equipment would be needed to equip a staff maintenance person.” Bravata also suggested some of these duties might be assumed by fire and safety personnel. Harrison asked Township Manager Dave Zylstra to * Christopher J. Hier, , D.D.S. . 616-891-1240 General Dentistryfor Children & Adults ♦ — NEW PATIENTS WELCOME — Early Morning & Evening Appointments Available Conveniently located on M-37 in Caledonia (Rigbi on the tear to orfrom work) ♦ Quality dental care in a relaxed and friendly atmosphere. Your Smile The First Thing People See! contact Ada Township about how this might work. He said Ada has fire and safety personnel do some mainte­ nance. He said they also hang Christmas lights and wreaths as part of their job description. • Approved appointments to a panel for the Independ­ ence Day Committee, which *We could do an analy­ sts to see if we can’t, with the money we are spending, within our current budget afford (a regular maintenance staff person).’ - Caledonia Twp Trustee Bill Bravata was established as a joint Village-Township effort. Members selected will in­ clude Zylstra, Wally Bujak and Aaron Bravata. among others representing the vil­ lage. • Reflected on another traffic accident after Robert­ son reminded the board of an incident on 84th and M37. He entreated someone in a prominent position, per­ haps Fire and Safety Chief Brian Bennett, might have an impact if he asked for a change on that dangerous corner. Robertson said a longer delay between signal changes was needed to pre­ vent cars turning left from being hit by traffic in the cross stream moving through the intersection after the light has changed. He said it is hard for semi­ trucks to stop in time. He said only one car can get through the intersection after the green light change. He said simply having a traffic signal wasn't enough. Harrison said he would make a call on the matter. He said previous experience on another busy corner had shown a longer delay had helped. * Heard comments from resident Don Miesen on pur­ chase of a fax machine ear­ lier in the meeting, with other equipment like com­ puter printers, which also needed maintenance, sup­ plies, etc. He said all these machines are expensive, and his analysis had found equipment which was spread over several areas to justify the expense. "Our copy r. chine is also our fax machine, and is also hooked up to our network, so anybody from any of the computers can print to the copier. If you needed to print 20 copies of some­ thing, instead of printing to your slow printer, you could. Printer cartridges are enormously expensive. You can go to the copter, and the cost per print would be much better than most print­ ers. "Our fax machine, being on the copier, has the capa­ bility of faxing from the computer, so we can fax from the computer to the printer, which then goes to the fax machine. This could be sent to 69 bidders." This can be done manu­ ally. as well, and the fax ma­ chine can be sending the bids out. he said. Miesen suggested more research might be done for office purchases He said the township purchasing policy might be managed better by having a management form or check list for a purchase, so all the steps are taken prior to going to the board. He said the person investi­ gating would be asked what they did to obtain or adver­ tise for the competitive bid. • Miesen asked the town ship leadership to take a se­ rious role in being involved in the Gerald R. Ford Inter­ national Airport master planning process, which is to start soon. He asked board members to be ac­ tively involved .. "to have documentation and reports and information, and sec to it our community is not dev­ astated by the operations of the (airport)." He said "This community is right inside the airport. That’s not going to go away Cargo is increasing in num bers that arc phenomenal. If we continue a shut the door and go behind the drapes policy in dealing with the airport, we're going to be in big trouble." He related this to the op­ erations of the board, which he said "every month we talk about what we have to decide today. What I have not seen... is a master plan for this township." Saving on home insurance is “No Problem.” undreda thousands 'at families are saving money with Auto-Owncn Insurance for their home and mobile home protection Slop tn and ask tn about quality pro­ tection, with flexi­ ble payment plans and "No Problem" claim oiutu fhinrri Inturanct M* ***** Car IMIIAMIIILH "" Amm •* Samoa" BO6NKOUV Awfcfant 497 Artngion St (14-37) PO Box 99. 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MICHIGAN COUNCIL MEETING MINUTES APRIL 22. 2003 The regular meeting of the Village of MKldtevme M»ct»gar Council was cased to order at 7:01 PM by Mr Lon Myers Council President of the Vtttage of Middle/'i>e Michigan m the Council Chamber of the VAage Hall Members present Mr Floyd Bray Mrs Dorothy Cor­ son Mr William Kenyon. Mr M^riaei Lytle Mr Lon Myers Mr Charles Pullen and Mrs Manlyn VandenBerg Minutes of the Apnl 08 2003 meeting were approved as written The Agenda was approved as writ­ ten Mr Clair Miller submitted the monthly Earth Tech report ACTIONS TAKEN 1 Adopted Resolution »03013, Blueprints for Michigan Downtown 2003 Application on a motion made by Mr Bray and supported by Mrs VandenBerg Roll caH vote resulted in all Ayes 2. Approved the invoices dated Apnl 18 2003 in the amount of $27,690 14 on a moion made by Mr PuBen and supported by Mrs VandenBerg 3 Appointed Patnoa Hal and Lynn Steward to the Zoning Board of Appeals on a mofcon made by Mr Bray and sup­ ported by Mr Putter, 4 Appointed Charles PuRen and Eldon Newmyer to the Ptanrsng Commission on a motion made by Mrs VandenBerg and supported by Mr Lytle 5 Approved pavmg Arlington Court to the Village bnut at a cost not to exceed $12,000 on a motion made by Mr Bray and supported by Mr Lytle 6 Approved the bid from Kregel Landscaping m the amount of $24 092 tor land­ scape services in the new park­ ing lot. around Village HaH Thomappte Township Hail and the intersection of Grand Rapids and Main Street, with $2434 paid by Thomapple Township on a motion made by Mr Bray and supported by Mr LyOe 7 Authorized placement of Bradford White groundwater monitoring wets on a motion made by Mr Bray and sup­ ported by Mr Lytte 8 Approved the Reservation Form tor Stagecoach Park on a moRon made by Mr Bray and supported by Mrs Corson 9 Authorized Thomapple Heritage AssooaSon permission to use the VAage of MtodtevAe logo tor a commemorative stamp tor use during the Stage­ coach Park Detkcabon Day on a motion made by Mr Bray and supported by Mr Kenyon 10. Adjourned the meeting at 8:11 PM on a motion made by Mr Bray and supported by Mr Kenyon Respectfully submitted Rhonda L F«k. Clerk The completed text of the min­ utes may be read at tie Village Hall between the hours of 9:00 AM and 5 00 PM, Monday through Friday (329) Summary of Minutes VILLAGE OF CALEDONIA SUMMARY MINUTES OF THE REGULAR MEETING OF THE VILLAGE OF CALEDONIA May 12. 2003 Cail to Order at 7 05 p m. Pledge of Allegiance Present: Erskine Biertein Mavigha Unger. Penfold. Audy & Ayers Absent: Zandstra A Regan Written Correspondence Consideration of meeting agenda Change appointments to Independence Day Commit­ tee under Old Business Approval of Consent Agenda: Remove Planning Commission minutes from con sent agenda to discuss sepa­ rately Motion carried Planning Commission Min­ utes: Unger gave a brief review of the Planning Commission meeting tor rezontng 245 Kinsey from Ag to R2 Reviewed the Public Heanng tor the Council. Motion earned Public Comments: none C or res pondence: Township Liaison Report: The Township appointed Wally Bujack & Dave Zylstra to the In­ dependence Day Committee Engineer's Report: Village Manager Report: A Budget Workshop will be Tuesday, May 27th, at OFFICIAL NOTICE The 2002 annual return of the Amy Lou Barnaby Charttable Foundation Benefit Trust is available at 9560 Kalamazoo S.E., Caledonia. Michigan, for inspection by any citizen who requests it within 180 days after the date of this publication You may contact Merle Barnaby. Trustee, at 616-698-8975, to set up an appoint­ ment to inspect the annual return. 7:00PM Motion earned B Street dedications will take place on Saturday May 17. 2003. at 9 00am at the Townsh.p,Village Hall. 250 S Maple St C New Larvacide for mosqui­ toes Sandy to check with the County on costs. D DPW garage is open for bids until 2C0PM on Thursday. May 22nd Village President Report: Old Business: A Noise Ordinance-hold B. Termination Agreement­ hold C. Amend Caledonia Inde­ pendence Day Committee to replace Sandy Ayres & Jim Tolan with Wally Bujack & Dave Zytstra. Mo­ tion earned. New Business: A. Amend budget for $10,825.00 for road re­ pairs to Dobber Wenger Memorial Dr Motion ear­ ned Public Comment: None Council Comments: Next 4th of July meeting is Wednes­ day, May 14th, at 7:00PM. Meeting Adjourned at 7:30PM Respectfully Submitted, Sandra Ayers. Clerk (328) by Ruth Zachary Staff Writer Don Busfield’s request for a home-based welding business for an 84th Street address was given tentative permission May 5 for a pub­ lic hearing May 19. but has not yet been given approval by the Caledonia Township Planning Commission. Busfield, who works full time at Steelcase, asked to set up his part-time small operation in his garage, a 24x24 foot space. His home is on 3.1 acres, and there is about one more acre nearby. His hobby business now uses a 220 electric power source welder. He does not use acetylene or other gases because personal experience has made him choose safer technology. The work would include some repair work and some custom fabrica­ tion. such as creating a brace, bracket or a hitch on a customer’s equipment. Busfield said he would work by appointment, most work would be enclosed in the garage, and it would be limited to evening and Sat­ urday work. He said some long equipment, such as a trailer or farm equipment, might require leaving a ga­ rage door open, but usually such items would not be stored outside, or at most for no longer than a week. Busfield also has a gen­ erator for portable welding, which he takes to the cus­ tomer's location. He said the sound level approximates that of a garden tractor. On large equipment he said he would prefer to work away from his own location. Commissioners said they were concerned about the impacts on the quality of life of neighbors from smoke, fire or noise. Noise from the activity could include ham­ mering the hot metal. Commissioner Don Koopmans suggested setting a limit on equipment used, and hours for such work should the request be ap­ proved. Busfield had talked to one neighbor about his plans, but commissioners wanted to hear from other neighbors to know their feelings about establishing such a business nearby. There is screening with pine trees on sides and back of Busfields property, he said. There now is a 12- x 16foot bam where work could be done, but there is no elec­ tricity to the building. He has intentions for set­ ting up a larger pole build­ ing in the future, which would require a special use for the proper!). This could also create a permanent situation as special uses are lied to the property. Busfield was informed the maximum size for such a structure would be 1200 square feet. He would like his busi­ ness to grow and said he would plan to move to an­ other industrial location when the volume of work could justify such a move. “rd like to get my feet wet a little bit. first." he said until he had learned what such a business entailed. He would prefer to try the ven­ ture on a small scale for now as a home-based business. Commissioner Ric Parent reminded the commission that the zoning was being changed so that such activi­ ties as welding would be relegated to an industrial setting, where it was al­ lowed in a commercial set­ ting previously. He said he had strong reservations be­ cause the residential setting was a far more sensitive situation. Parent added there could be a. "probable progression of additional similar types of requests up and down 84th Street, which could effec­ tively change the character of 84th Street to business or commercial as time goes on." He moved tp deny the re­ quest, which failed to be seconded Commissioner Wally Bujak said he hoped for 100 percent support from sur­ rounding residents, as justi­ fication foi approval. New home based business details may also apply, he said. Koopmans moved to set a public heanng so neighbors could comment on the issues involved, which resulted in a 6-1 vote. Artifical turf on agenda at TK Board of Education meeting The Thomapple Kellogg Board of Education will hold a meeting on Wednes­ day. May 21 at 7:30 p.rn. in the Thornapple Kellogg School and Community Li­ brary. On the agenda for this meeting are the bids for the synthetic turf for the football field, proposed changes by the Kent Intermediate School District and retire­ ment of staff members. The board will also re­ view policy changes for the last two chapters of the pol­ icy document. The policy document has been updated over the past several months. It will be presented for a vote once all the changes have been made Charter Township of CALEDONIA MEETING NOTICE A Regular Meeting of the Charter Township of Caledonia Board of Trustees will be held Beginning at 7 00 PM on Wednesday, May 21,2003, at the Caledonia Township / Village Hall. 250 Maple Street. Caledonia. Michigan NOTE: Individuals with disabilities may request auxiliary aids and services for the meeting by contacting the Township Clerk at (616) 891-0070 IEMIAT1VLAGENDA 1. CALL TO ORDER I ROLL CALL 2. PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE AND INVOCATION 3. CONSIDERATION OF THE MEETING AGENDA 4. PUBLIC COMMENT (BRIEF) 5. APPROVAL OF CONSENT AGENDA A Minutes of the May 7th, 2003 Meeting B Correspondence Not re­ quiring Board Action C Approval to Pay Bills D Treasurers Report E Building Department Re­ port F Utilities Report G. 1st Reading Zoning Dis­ tricts. Agricultural, Rural Residential, Low Density Single Family, Medium Density Single Family, Medium Density Multiple Family Ordinance H 1st Reading Neighbor­ hood Business, General Business. Light Industrial, Industrial Districts Ordi­ nance I 1st Reading Special Land Uses Ordinance J 1st Reading Definitions, General Provisions; Site Condominiums Ordinance K 1st Heading Amendment on PUD Applications 6. INQUIRY OF CONFLICT OF INTEREST 7. REPORT FROM BOARD OFFICERS AND STAFF 8. CORRESPONDENCE 9 UNFINISHED BUSINESS 10 NEW BUSINESS A Tentative Approval of Pre hmmary Plat JasonvHle Farms Phases 8 4 9 11. BOARD COMMENTS 12 PUBLIC COMMENT (EX­ TENDED) 13 ADJOURNMENT PUBLIC NOTICE The Viiage of MxJdtevAe Department of Pubic Works will De Bushing fire hydrants starting on Tuesda/ the week of May 26 beginning at 7 00 a m and continuing throughout the week unM completed Visage water customers may experi­ ence some Oscokxation and or pressure deference while this reguar maintenance is bemg done Usually letting the tap run tor a tew minutes wd clear up any dtecotorabon The water remains pctabte during thts process If you have any ques­ tions please feel free to contact the Department of Public Works at 796-2094 Village staff appreciates your patience in our endeavor to bring you the highest quality water possible 327 �The Sun and News, Mxldtevtfie. Ml May 20. 2003. Page 15 Caledonia Top 11, continued from page 1 Boykov received the 1999-2000 Outstanding Choir Member Award. She includes being a SPARKS Leader, church choir mem­ ber and youth group mis­ sions trip participant among her accomplishments. Being a vacation Bible school teacher, Sunday school teacher and a previ­ ous employee of Michigan Christian Home has helped her come to the realization that teaching is in her future. She plans to attend Corner­ stone University to pursue a degree in secondary educa­ tion with a major in biology and a minor in English. Leisure activities for Boykov include observing/identifying birds and frogs, as well as reading and writing short stories. She hopes to use her love of writing fictional stories by becoming an author some­ day. • Zoe Couretas. of Alto, graduates CHS with a 4.04 GPA. She is the daughter of John Couretas and Jill Sa­ rnes. Couretas has played the violin for Caledonia orches­ tras for the last nine years. She also teaches violin to elementary school students. She includes volunteering for Thornapplc Kellogg’s English as a Second Lan­ guage program and assisting the religious education di­ rector at her church among her achievements. She plans to attend the University of Michigan this fall to studv business and in­ ternational relations. This summer she hopes to com­ plete some traveling plans. • Nate Furtwangler is graduating with a GPA of 4.07. He is the son of Steve and Susan Furtwangler of Caledonia. His extra academic activities include taking an A++ certification programming (computer) class and Grand Rapids Community College classes. Between school and fur­ thering his education Furt­ wangler has also held a job for several years at Brookstone. He is noted by many for “knowing what he wants and going for it.” Among those plans he in­ cludes attending Michigan State University to further studies in computer engi­ neering. • Jonathan Hekman. son of Ed and Becky Hekman of' Alto, has been very busy during his career. He was a member of the National Honor Society in his junior and senior years. He ran varsity track for four years and cross country as a junior and senior. He was All-Conference in both cross-country and track in his junior year, in addition to being captain in both sports in his senior year. His extra-curricular, church and community ac­ tivities include teaching Sunday school, peer men­ toring for two years and tu­ Trust Us toring fellow students. He has been on the honor roll throughout high school. Though his major is unde­ cided at this time, he plans to attend the University of Michigan. He hopes to someday go into the fields of science or math. He enjoys going to the beach, running, playing sports and hanging out with friends in what little spare time he has left after school and work. • Matt Paarlberg is the son of Tom and Fonda Paarlberg of Alto. He has recently re­ ceived the National Merit Scholarship (more on this in a later edition of the Sun and News). Paarlberg has had a varied high school career as far ac­ tivities are concerned. He is a member of the National Honor Society. He was the captain of the CHS football team and played tennis. In addition to being band presi­ dent, he plays the trumpet in the jazz band, wind ensem­ ble and full orchestra. He enjoys sailing and playing the guitar. His major is not set in stone as of yet. but he does plan to attend Hope College to study engineering. He is thinking of a possible career in aerospace. Paarlberg has enjoyed running his own business for the past four summers. Paarlberg Lawn Care has taught him people skills, or­ ganization and responsibil­ ity. All skills that will help him in whatever field he chooses. • Carlie Sanxter is the daughter of Steve and Teresa Sanxter. She is a member of the National Honor Society and was Class of 2003 vice president in her junior year. Sports have figured highly into her accomplish­ ments, especially during her junior and senior years. She is captain of the varsity soc­ cer team and has played on the team for four years. She has played varsity basketball as a junior and senior as well as being captain this year. She was honorable mention All-Conference for soccer in her junior year in addition to playing varsity soccer for four years. She was also the assistant soccer coach for Caledonia Area Travel Soccer (CATS) the last two years. She plans on attending Miami University in Oxford. Ohio but is undecided in her major thus far. For the summer she is headed to the National Futsal Tournament in Anaheim, Calif. She and her teammates were the state champions this year in Fut­ sal. • Patrick Spitzley is the son of Ted and Gayle Spitzley of Byron Center. He has been active in sports and academic paths during his high school career. Spitzley has received the MSU Outstanding Junior Award and the Detroit Free Press Scholar-Athlete Award. He is a member of the National Honor Society and a peer mentor as well as participating in the Little Buddies-Big Buddies pro­ gram. As for sports, he has been captain of the track and cross-country teams, cross country MVP and played varsity basketball for two years. He has also been All­ Conference in cross-country four times and All-Confer­ ence in track twice. He feels that his job with Honey-Do Construction* has helped him to be pro­ ductive and responsible. In addition to his construction job he enjoys woodworking Spitzley will be attending Grand Rapids Community College in the fall while eventually heading to Ket­ tering University. His career plans include being a busi­ ness owner in the future. • Matthew Ziesemer, the son of Charlie and Kelley Ziesemer. has a long list of accomplishments and other activities that have kept him busy throughout his high school years. He graduates with a cumulative GPA of 4.15. Ziesemer's sports and academic awards rank high. His honors include Aca­ demic All-State honorable mention (12th grade). All­ Conference honorable men­ tion for soccer as a junior, All-Conference honorable mention for golf (Uth and 12th grade). Academic Team All-State golf (Hth & 12th). captain of the CHS golf team (12th). Caledo­ nia’s Captain Council and a MEAP Meat Award Community, church and athletic activities include be­ ing a Kentwood Parks and Recreation volunteer. Young Life (junior and senior years), participating in the Little Big Buddies Program, varsity golf and soccer (10th. Uth & 12th grades) and a volunteer for various youth soccer camps Ziesemer plans to attend Grand Rapids Community College before heading to Grand Valley State Univer­ sity. After GVSU. he plans to attend Logan College of Chiropractic to someday own his own chiropractic practice. Ziesemer’s free time in­ cludes working at Briar­ wood Golf Course, going to the beach, taking classes at GRCC and participating in several golf tournaments this summer. 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He also presented the bids for work on outdoor work on the varsity softball fields, green space, new interior drive from the bus garage and tennis courts. This bid package of $573348 meets the district’s projections. Board members will dis­ cuss the bids for the syn­ thetic turf at their May 21 meeting. The date of the second monthly meeting was changed from the fourth Monday because of the Me­ morial Day holiday. The board applauded as high school social studies teacher Jerry Robinson re­ ceived a Michigan Associa­ tion of Computer Users in Learning grant of $2500. The grant was presented by Gail Slewart. who serves on the MACUL board Julie VanderMuelen re­ ceived a certificate of appre­ ciation from the board for her skill as a special educa­ tion bus driver. Winner of this year's KCEA support staff award also received heartfelt praise from the par­ ent of a special education student. There was also a discus­ sion of the success of the Bright Beginnings program in the district and the effort to keep the program funded. Anne Krebill presented changes in the program since its inception. Julie VanerMuelen stands by business manager Al­ ice Jansma as her work as a special education bus driver is praised. The Thornapple Kellogg School District has one of the most active programs with well attended play groups. Krebill is most ex­ cited about the bags for ba­ bies program which allows her to meet with new parents in the district. This program was funded with funds from the Thor­ napple Area Enrichment Foundation and contributioins from McFall teachers. Each bag includes books for the babies, a toy and educa­ tional information for the parents. The next meeting nf the board will be Wednesday,. May 21. at 7:30 p.m. Scots’ ladies golf squad shoots KCC FEHSENFELD CENTER into second place at golf regional SUMMER SESSION, 2003 B10L2(X) BIOL 202 BUAD 101 ENGL 97 ENGL 120 ENGL 151 ENGL 152 HUM A 150 HUSE232 HUSE 235 LITE 213 MATH 97 Mathematics Clinic Field Biology MATH 100 Pre Algebra Human Physiology MATH 101 Beginning Algebra Intro. To Business MATH 121 Intermediate Algebra Writing Skills OIT 100 Computer Info. Sys. Writing Improvement 01T 160 Application Software Freshman Composition PEC 121 Healthy Lifestyles Freshman Comp. Il PEC 156 Hiking Encounter w/Arts POSC 200 Amer. Government Early Child Learn I PSYC 201 Intro. Psychology Child Growth & Devel. PSYC 220 Developmental Psyc. Children’s Literature Intro. To Sociology SOCI 201 Classes begin on or after May 19th; most begin the week of June 9th. Call (269) 948-9500 or visit our website at www.kellogg.edu for days, times, and tuition/fee informa­ tion ACT NOW! The KCC Fehsenfeld Center 2950 Hew Ml 79 Highway Hastings. Ml 49058 KELLOGG COMMUNITY COLLEGE Important Note: Due to state budget cuts, the KCC Fehsenfeld Center will reduce operating hours this summer. Beginning on Monday, June 2nd, the administrative office will be open between 11:30 am and 7:00 pm, Monday - Thursday. The facility will be closed on Fridays We regret any inconvenience. The Center will resume its normal Monday - Friday sched­ ule on Monday. August 4th. The Caledonia varsity girls’ golf team will head to another state final on Friday May 30. The girls finished in sec­ ond place at the Division 11 regional on Thursday at Bedford Valley in Battle Creek with a team score of 369. Coldwater won the re­ gional with a 356. Portage Prairie Garden Club planting day is May 24 Members of the Prairie Garden Club and commu­ nity volunteers will be plant­ ing the welcome to Mid­ dleville signs and Spring Park sign this Saturday, May 24. Anyone who would like to help with the planting should meet at the Welcome sign at the Mount Hope Cemetery on State Road at lOajn. For more information call Roberta Meeker at 7952042 The more people who participate, the faster the work will be done. Calltor Classified Ads 945-9554 >r 1-808-810-7585 Central also qualified for the Last Monday the Scot state meet in third with a girls finished second at the score of 374. O-K Gold conference meet, The Scots were led by to finish second overall in Amy Jo Leatherman who the conference behind South shot an 80 to finish second Christian. The Scots shot a individually. 388, behind South's 362. Amy Jo Leatherman Katie Leatherman shot a career best 83 to finish third, placed third overall on the and Erin Samuels shot a ca­ day with an 85. Katie Leath­ reer best 92 to finish ninth. erman finished fifth with an The Division II state meet 89. 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MVMay 20. 2003/Page 17 Plow Day makes Yankee Springs park closer to reality The first official picnic at the park was held when Yankee Springs township and members of the GFWC-Gun Lake area treated everyone to lunch and snacks 14-year-old Caledonia student expelled for assault A plow doesn’t do any good just sitting idle. Members of the Barry County Seam & Gas Antique Machinery Club made sure that plows, diskers, and other farm implements came into play during the plow day to prepare the YS Township Park for seeding. In addition to club president Russ Ford other members bringing in trac­ tors were Nelson Hine. Gerald Lehnert. Bert Hoeve, Ron Sabin, Charlie Cook. Doug Raymond. Harold Rantz. Harry Garrison. Rip Nyland and Frank Fiala who coordinated the entire day TTESto conduct siren testing The Caledonia School Board, after a special closed meeting last Tuesday, de­ cided to permanently expel a 14-ycar-old male student for assault charges. In a later interview. Su­ perintendent Douglas Busman explained the charge. ‘This was a fist fight that we felt had reached the level of assault. We felt that there was a premeditated intent (on the part of the expelled student).” As is the case due to State Law and Caledonia Board of Education policy, the student can petition the board for readmittancc after 180 days. ‘There is criteria that he will be expected to meet be­ fore he would be considered for readmission,” said Busman. “That doesn't mean that he would auto- matically get it, just that he would be considered. As al­ ways. we will make arrange­ ments for him to continue his education.” GET MORE NEWS! Subscribe to the Hastings Banner. Call 945-9554 for more information. GREAT BASEBALL GREAT FANS. GREAT FUN. Thornapple Township Emergency Services will test the emergency sirens in the township at noon on Sat­ urday, May 24. TTES chief Mark Marentette has notified the village and the Barry County 911 of this test date. 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MI May 20. 2003 Trojan netters complete another winning spring TK’s varsity tennis squad fought to save its 31st win­ ning record in the past 33 years last week, then picked up five wins at the regional meet hosted by East Grand Rapids on Friday. “We played better as a team than we’d played in a while this past week,” said Trojan Coach Larry Seger. At the regional, the Tro­ jans got wins from three of their singles flights, and two in doubles action. First singles player Felipe Bahiana won his first match of the day 6-2, 6-0 over By­ ron Center, before falling to the number three seed from Unity Christian. At second singles. Brad Bender topped his opponent from South Christian 6-4, 60, the fell to the second seed from Catholic Central. Kyle McClure at third singles had to face the num­ ber one seed from East Grand Rapids in the second round, after topping his foe from Rogers 6-0, 6-0. East Grand Rapids took the regional championship by winning seven of the GET ALL THE NEWS OF BARRY COUNTY! Subscribe to the Hastings Banner. Call 945-9554 for more information. Park took the top three singles flights, and Seger said that the fourth singles match was “the big one”, adding that James Beckering's 1-6. 6-4. 7-6 (4) was the difference for TK in earning the tie. TK’s other three points came from the bottom three doubles teams. Ian Seger and Brandon Awrey won big set for the Trojans, in taking the second set of their second doubles match 7-6 (7) after winning the first set 6-1 for a victory. Rock and Brice were 6-2. 6-1 winners at third doubles, and John Herring and John Smith at fourth doubles won 6-1. 6-0. TK also scored a 6-2 win over Lakewood last week. Bahiana won at first sin­ gles 6-3. 6-4. Bender at sec­ ond singles 6-0. 6-1. and Beckenng at fourth singles 7-6 (4). 7-6 (6). Rock and Brice at third doubles and Herring and Smith at four doubles were both 6-3. 6-2 winners. Tobias and McAllister took the first doubles match in three sets. 6-3. 4-6. 6-3. Trojan fourth singles player James Beckenng came up big with a third set tiebreaker victory over Wyo­ ming Park last Wednesday to help TK complete an­ other season with a winning record (File photo by Brett Bremer) eight flights. All four of TK's doubles teams drew into East Grand Rapids in the second round. Randy Tobias and Dave McAllister at first doubles and Jordan Rock and Chad Brice a third doubles were the two Trojan flights to ad­ vance to face the host Pio­ neers. The third doubles pair beat Wayland 4-6. 6-4. 6-1 in the opening round. Tobias and McAllister re­ versed a decision from ear­ lier in the week b? topping Wyoming Park 6-1, 6-2. A 4-4 tic to Wyoming Park on Wednesday assured the Trojans of their winning season, at 5-4-2. 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TK kept up the attack and Rachel Clinton scored the remaining two goals. “Godwin did a great job of attacking, but again our defense was able to keep them from taking the shot,” said Trojan Coach Jason TK senior Melisa Potts has led the team’s defense to three straight shut outs and two consecutive victories. (File Photo by Perry Hardin) Clinton. Megan Finkbeiner saved TK several times with her ability to out run any player on the field and stop them from shooting. It was the second confer­ ence victory of the week for the Trojans, who topped Rogers in a shoot out last Monday 1-0. TK came out the victor thanks to Stephanie Simon who scored the only goal of the game, and Rachel Clin­ ton who saved three out of the five shots taken. TK did a great job of mounting the attack and had a number of close goals dur­ ing regulation and the first two fifteen minute over­ times. “The girls managed to keep the ball on Rogers side for a large portion of the game.” said Clinton. “This was in large pari due to eve­ ryone pushing up and keep­ ing the ball up there. Again the defense did a great job and the midfield did a fan­ tastic job of moving the ball and quickly making counter attacks.” On Friday. May 9, TK traveled to Otsego for a nonconference match up and held the Bulldogs to a 0-0 tie. “Otsego was running a 72-3 record, so the girls knew it was going to be a tough ■ game." said Clinton. “As the game got started. Otsego proved our predic­ tions to be right. They came out strong and mounted a tough attack." Otsego managed to keep the ball in TK’s defensive end for the majority of the game. At the end of the game. Otsego had taken 36 -ww* * i shots on goal while TK had only managed three. Despite the ferocious attack. 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MiddleWie. Ml/May 20. 2003 Scot girls capture 0-K Gold track title, 2nd at regionals by David T. Young Editor What a week it was in­ deed for the Caledonia girls’ track team The Fighting Scot girls’ group captured the O-K Gold Conference champion­ ship on Tuesday at Hastings and then suffered the heart­ break of a runner-up finish Saturday in the Division li regionals at Comstock Park. It couldn’t have been more dramatic than the very end Saturday, during the last event, the 1600-meter relay. The announcer clued every­ body in before the race be­ gan: Caledonia was only a half point and one point ahead of rivals Grand Rap­ ids Christian and South Christian going into the re­ lay. So a regional champion­ ship and the right to go to the state team tournament this Saturday in Corunna was coming down to this one race. The four girls, Cari Butcher, Julie Slot, Katie Dingman and Becca Bus­ field turned in a perform­ ance good enough (4:15.69) to qualify them for the indi­ vidual state meet May 31. Yet it wasn’t good enough to beat Grand Rapids Chris­ tian, which blistered the track in an amazing 4:09.89. to win the event and the re­ gional championship. In the final team derby, Smiles, everyone, smiles’ The Caledonia girls’ track team members and coaches celebrate the conference championship Jon Hekman (left) hands the baton to Patrick O’Con­ nor to start the last leg of the 1600-meter relay, which the two plus Sean Morgan and Jim Haisma won in re­ cord time at conference and regionals. GR Christian won with 77 points. Caledonia had 72 and South Christian 68.5. Coaches Joe Zomerlei and Ellen Dykstra Wilcox ac­ knowledged the disappoint­ ment of not winning the re­ gional title, but had nothing but praise for a team that was the best in the O-K Gold and only five points shy of going to the state team championship tourna­ ment. There were regional champions for both the Caledonia boys and girls Saturday. Angela Maxey cleared 10-6 to finish first the pole vault and the boys’ 1600metcr relay team 'hat keeps Reach over 11,000 area homes with an ad in the Sun & News. Call 945-9554 to place your ad today. Drive Safe This Holiday We will be closed Memorial Day V 269-795-3550 500 Arlington Street (M-57) • Middleville a J Monday • Thursday 8-6 Friday 8-5: Saturday 8 2 getting even better ran an impressive school record 3:26.31. The foursome in­ cluded Sean Morgan. Jim Haisma. Jon Hekman and Pat O’Connor. Others scoring heavily for the girls’ team were: • Maxey, who took fifth in the long jump (15-6 3/4) and fourth in the high jump (5-0). • Erin Mitteer, who fin­ ished third in the 100-meter high hurdles (16.01 seconds) and qualified for state, and Kayla Wilson, who was fifth (16.91). Wilson also took sixth in the 300-meter inter­ mediate hurdles (50.25) and tied for second in the pole vault, qualifying for state. •Leslie Radar, who tossed the shot 34-5 3/4, good for a runner-up finish. • Mindy Bode, who threw the discus 116-6 for third place. • Busfield, who checked in third in the open 800-meter run with a time of 2:25.53 and qualified for state. • Katie Ryan, who did her usual stealth running attack in the late going to finish second in the two-mile run in an excellent 11:57.03. • The 800- and 400-meter relay teams, which both fin­ ished sixth. Running in the 800 were Butcher, Slot, Pleva and Mitteer and in the 400 it was Samantha Pleva, Dingman, Shannon Pleva and Mitteer. • The 3200-meter relay team, with Ryan, Carrie Nelson, Kristina McCleve and Busfield, which took fourth and just missed quali­ fying for state with a time of 10:09.5. The Caledonia boys’ team finished with 18.5 points at regionals. Ten came from the 1600 relay. The other points came from Craig Hoebeke, who tied for sixth in the high jump at 5-8 and was sixth in the long jump at 19-5 3/4, and the 800 relay team, with Sean Morgan, Steve Jousma, Nate Van Enk and Patrick O’Connor, which finished third with a time of 1:33.81 The Caledonia girls tasted the thrill of victory Tuesday by capturing first place in the O-K Gold Conference meet with 115.33 team points, to Kenowa Hills' 106 and South Christian s 97. The Scots performed ex­ tremely well in field events, according to Zomerlei. What was interesting was team depth, because Maxey was Carrie Nelson and Kristina McCleve in the 3200-me­ ter run at the conference meet at Hastings. the only team member to emerge as league champion. So many Scots scored in so many different ways. Maxey claimed first in the pole vault, tied for second in the high jump and was third in the long jump. Mindy Bode in the discus and Leslie Rader in the shot both were runners-up. Mitteer was runner-up in the 100-meter hurdles Bus­ field was third in the 800, Shannon Pleva fourth in the 100 and in the 200, Katie Ryan fifth in both the 1600 and 3200, Slot took fourth in the open 400, Danielle Maxey tied for fourth in the high jump, Kayla Wilson tied for third in the pole vault and took fifth in the high hurdles, and Janine Wilson added a third in the shot. In the relays, Butcher, Slot, Shannon Pleva and Mitteer crossed the line sec­ ond in 1:50.47 in the 800, Brandi Victory, Ryan, McCleve and Busfield were third in the 3200 with a time of 10:24.88, and the 400 quartet of Samantha Pleva, Dingman, Shannon Pleva and Mitteer was fifth in 53.43 seconds. Butcher, Slot, Dingman and Busfield were second in Continued next page Athlete of the week Thomopple-Kellogg High School (Middleville) Track Trojan Jessica Stortz was the regional champion Friday in the 1600-meter run at the Division II track and field regional in Middleville to qualify for the state meet. Stortz will also be running in the 1600- and 3200meter relays with her teammates at the state meet on May 31 in Caledonia The 4695 Middleville Rd. 111 N. Main St. Lynn Denton *-37, *1 ^i«et mi Agency 1-800-443-5253 517-852-2005 MAKING YOUR FUTURE MORE PREDICTABLE ■ta man KB nr-- bureau INSURANCE -*« • »**■ ***** ****** �[ I r i I | | L I The Sun and News. Middleville. Ml May 20. 2003-Page 21 Trojan teams sending 15 tracksters to state meet TK’s varsity boys’ track and field team finished just out of second place at Fri­ day’s. Division II regional in Middleville. “It was a pleasant day, yet, I felt we should have done better.” said TK coach Matt Funk. The Trojans finished the day with 65 points, two points behind Three Rivers for second. StevensvilleLakeshore won the meet with 75 team points. The Trojans did run many of their best times of the year. Darrin Tape set school re­ cords in both the 100- and 200-meter dashes. Tape broke the 33-year old 200 record by three-hundredths of a second, finishing first in 22.27 seconds Tape was also first in the 100-metcr at 10.72 seconds. TK had its best relay times of the year in every event but the 400-meter re­ lay. The Trojans 800-meter and 1600-metcr relay teams both qualified for the state She flies through the air with the greatest of ease, Angie Maxey soars over 10-6jto win the conference and regional-championships. From previous page the 1600 relay with a time of 4:16.39. The Caledonia girls had gone undefeated in eight dual meets this spring, so the first-place finish last Tuesday wrapped up the championship. The boys’ team took sev­ enth with 37 team points. The 1600 relay team was first and set the school record in 3:28.7, only to have Morgan, Haisma. Hekman and O’Connor shatter it again Saturday. Haisma also was third in the 300 intermediate hurdles at 41.42 seconds, Hekman was third in the open 400 in 51.49 seconds, O’Connor was fifth in 52.48, Hoebeke was fifth in the long jump at 19-1 1/2 and James Lobbezo was fifth in the shot. 44-4. The 800-metcr relay team, with David Villerot, Jousma, Van Enk and O’Connor, took third with a time of 1:36.03. meet. Scott Brooks. Bill Huff. Steve Allen, and Troy Rock teamed up for an auto­ matic bid by finishing sec­ ond in the 1600 in 3:2956. The 800 relay team of Justin VanSpronsen. Allen. Kurt Bray, and Tape quali­ fied in third place with a time of 1:32.66. VanSpronsen also quali­ fied in two individual events. He was tied for sec­ ond in the high jump at 6’2, two inches short of team­ mate Jordan Hartley who won the event at 6'4. A leap of 20’5 in the long jump qualified VanSpronsen in that event. He was fifth overall. “I would have been happy to place Brog in the two mile.'* said Funk of his sen­ ior distance runner. Brog missed the medals in the 3200-meter, but placed fifth for TK in the 1600-meter run in 4:40.05. He did run his best times of the year in both races. Other Trojan placers just missing out on trips to state were Allen in the 400-meter and Steve Johnson in the 110-meter hurdles, both fin­ ishing in fourth place. TK’s 3200-meter relay team placed fifth in 8:31.29, and the 400-meter relay team was sixth in 45.47. Overall, said Funk, “they did well.” The Trojan girls qualified for state in four events, three of them with help from jun­ ior Jessica Stortz. Stortz was the regional champion in the 1600-meter run in a time of 5:25.05. She was also a part of the Tro­ jans 3200- and 1600-meter relay teams which will also be heading to the state meet. Stortz teamed up with Elisc Nyland, Aubrey Ray­ mond, and Kersta Gustafson to place second by a whisker at 4:14.77 in the 1600 relay. The Trojan girls were beaten by St. Joseph’s team by onehundredth of a second. In the 3200-meter, the foursome of Elise Nyland, Emily Nyland. Natalie Hoag, and Stortz teamed up to qualify for state in third place in 10:07. Trojan freshman Jessica BRUCE'S FRAME & ALIGNMENT • Complete Frame Repair • Professional Color Matching • Loaner Cars • Front End Alignment • Collision Repair • Glass Repair call... (616) 795-9596 All Makes and Models All Insurances Welcome Owned and Operated by... Bruce Bender 415 2nd Street Middleville Flaska also will make the trip to state with the team. She finished second in the long jump at 15'11.75. Overall. TK’s ladies fin­ ished fifth with 45 points, one point behind Otsego in fourth. St. Joseph won the meet with 90 points, ahead of Three Rivers in second with 68. Plainwell was third with 64 points. The Trojans also earned points from the 800-meter relay team of Angela Blood. Raymond. Whitney Robert­ son. and Flaska. which fin­ ished sixth in 1:53.94. TK freshman Gustafson placed in three individual events. She w as fourth in the 400-meter dash in 1:02.09 and the 200-meter in 2720. and fifth in the 100-meter in 13.25 seconds. The Division II state meet will be hosted bv Caledonia May 31. The John Bos meet is Thursday. Scot soccer to take on Unity for tourney title Caledonia's varsity girls' soccer team advanced to this Wednesday’s O-K Gold tournament championship with a pair of wins last week. In the semifinals, the Scots topped Hastings 5-1, to beat the Saxons for the second time this season. The Scots took a 2-0 lead in the first half on a goal by Rachel Buckner with an as­ sist from Erin Peacy, and a goal by Vicki Marks just four minutes later on a pass from Buckner. Buckner tallied a hat trick in the game. Carlie Sanxter and Peacy each assisted her on a goal in the second half. Sanxter had the other Scot goal, thanks to an assist from Brandi Victory. Josephine Oblinger only had to make three saves for the Scots in goal. It was the Scots second four-goal win of the week, after they topped the Wayland Wildcats on Tuesday in Caledonia. Caledonia went up early in the game. Ellen Saxton scored four minutes in on an assist from Sanxter. Deanne Warner had the second goal for the Scots with an assist from Victory just before the first half ended. In the second half. Rachel Buckner netted tw o goals on passes from Peacy and Sanxter. Oblinger was credited with the shut out. but the Scots out shot the Wildcats 20-0. The Scots will be big un­ derdogs when they travel to take on Unity Christian Wednesday in the Gold fi­ nale. HOIKS: M-Th Sat. F'ri. Smn-Hpin 9175 Cherry Valley, Ste. K Caledonia, 891-2994 �Page 22/The Sun and News, MkJdeviBe, Ml/May 20. 2003 Fighting Scots hold on by one run over Park The Caledonia varsity softball team won its biggest game of the season Friday night in the opening game agafnst powerhouse Wyo­ ming Park. 2-1. Quality work al competitive prices Senior Citizen Discounts Lauren Hanna picked up the win for the Scots, walk­ ing two and striking out three. “Lauren pitched a great game and our defense made VFhrren Labor Warrant, Licensed and Insured RESIDENTIAL ROOFING SPECIALIST Tear-offs & Re-roofs ALL STAR ROOFING Call us for a free Professional Estimate _______ (616) S77-4253 Subscribe to the HASTINGS BANNER and get all the news of Barry County. Call us at (269) 945-9554 to order your subscription now. big plays when we had to said Scot Coach Tom Kaechele. With Caledonia leading 20 in the top of the fourth . the Vikings were threatening with runners on second and third. Julie Wicks fielded a ground ball and tossed it to first. Megan Cargill toughed first and threw home for a double play to end the in­ ning. “That was a key play for us and took away their mo­ mentum.” Coach Kaechele said. Scot centerfielder Brianna Hormel made a nice catch at the fence in the seventh in­ ning to help the Scots pre­ serve the win. Hanna had an RBI in the second inning when she knocked across Shelby King on a hit up the gap in right. Then in the third Caledo­ nia added its second run on an RBI single by Hormel. “I keep telling the girls that we can compete with anyone if we keep working hard and believing in our­ selves and good things will happen," said Kaechele. "This was a huge win for our program tonight to take us another step closer to where we want to be.” The second game of the doubleheader saw the Vi­ kings score five runs in the second inning, three un­ earned. “Tou can < ict up ror a second against a team like Park or they will make you pay.” said Kaechele. Caledonia scored one run in the second on four straight walks, then added their second run in the third on an RBI double by Dan­ ielle Romeyn. “Our bats are starting to come alive and we are play­ ing great defense.” said Kaechele. Caledonia came from be­ hind to beat Sparta last Monday night 7-6. The Scots were led offen­ sively by Melissa Gillard. who was three for four with a double and drove in the ty­ ing and winning runs in the bottom of the seventh. Kristen Defouw not only pitched a solid game, but went two for three with a double. Shelby King and Julie Wicks each had doubles for Caledonia. Defensively Caledonia was led by Brianna Hormel on two game saving catches in center field, the first com­ ing in the top of the fourth with two out and two on making a diving catch in nght center field. The second was with two out and two on in the top of the fifth. “We work on those types of catches in practice and it paid off tonight.” said Scot Coach Tom Kaechele. “Bri is one of the best outfielders in the league and she showed it tonight. The de­ fense played a solid game again tonight, and that in­ spired us to start hitting the ball" The Scots visit DeWitt for a doubleheader on Tuesday, and will host Kalamazoo Central for a doubleheader Saturday. Caledonia’s Molly Spica wins awards at FFA state convention On hand at the Michigan FFA convention to congratulate Molly Spica for win­ ning the Star in Agriculture Placement award were (from left) FFA advisor Alan Steeby, Principal Ron Moag, Spica, Superintendent Doug Busman and Board of Education President Bob Bergy. FC $18,995 03 Chevy Cavalier $25,995 $9,995 s10,995 s6,995 *18,995 2 door, automatic, air. CD 98 Pont. Transport 97 Chew Monte Carlo Z34. leather, sunroof 01 Buick Park Avenue 4door Caledonia senior Molly Spica received three top awards at the annual state FFA convention in March. She won the Star in Agri­ cultural Placement, Equine Science Placement and DeKalb Agricultural Ac­ complishment awards. "Molly spent endless hours at Claystone Farm's horse barn, working on her SAE (Supervised Agricul­ tural Experience) in equine placement,” said Caledonia FFA advisor Al Steeby. “She provides riding lessons for 11 children and coordi­ nates the care and mainte­ nance of 20 boarded horses. She also practices equine massage therapy as a certi­ fied therapist and is an ac­ tive member in the Michi­ gan High School Rodeo As­ sociation.” Spica said, “I’ve enjoyed competing in all events at the National High School Rodeo for the last four years and serving as the Michigan High School Rodeo student president.” Serving as the Caledonia FFA chapter president, sec­ retary and sentinel as well as competing in state competi­ tions has allowed her to dis­ tinguish herself as a leader. “Molly’s achievement as the Star in Agricultural Placement set a standard and provides an opportunity for other members to sec that if they work hard it is possible to excel,” said Steeby. As a state winner of the Equine Science Placement award, sponsored by Tractor Supply Company, she won a check for $100 and earned the right to compete for the national honor and as much as $500 in additional awards. 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(from 5 p.m. to 8:30-9 p.m.) Monday is Burrito Night! 5 ll*5-two burritos Tuesday is All-You-Can-Eal Snow Crab Clusters Wednesday is All-You-Can-Eat Fish and Thursday is All-You-Can-Eat Shnmp steamed in beer! Middle Villa Inn 891-1287 or 795-3640 ' ' Garage Sale HUGE GARAGE SALE. Bedroom outfit, hide-a-bed, kids clothes At toys. May 22nd, 23rd At 24th, 5160 Cherry Valley, Middleville. HUGE MOVING SALE: Fl RN ITU RE, DISHES ETC. 7027 BOUMAN DR, MAY 22, 23, 24, 9AM-? MAY 23RD At 24TH 10979 Gun Lake Rd., 9am-4pm An­ tique bed, dinning room ta­ ble and chairs, misc furni­ ture, lawn furniture, and manv household items. MOVING SALL Assorted Andersen windows includ­ ing 2' octagon, compact washer/dryer, housewares, garden tools, etc Thursday, May 22nd, 8am-6pn.; Friday, May 23rd, 8am-3pm. 5460 Irving Rd._______________ MOVING SALE: May 23-26, 9am-6pm, 1285 North Norris Rd, south of Shaw Lake Rd, Middleville. Tools, furniture, kitchen ware, toys. In Memoriam Pets IN LOVING MEMORY of our mother Alice Strumberger who passed awav 1 yr ago May 19, 2002.' Time may hide the sadness, smiles may hide the tears, but memories last forever, despite the passing year. Deeply missed by Tom A Linda Strumberger, Mike At Vicky Kelly, Brent At Rita Hale FOR SALE: Two AKC Lab pups championship blood line, reduced price, wormed, shots & declawed One blonde male, $250. One blonde female. $300 (517)542-8698 IN MEMORY OF Claude Colburn. Dec. 29,1925-May 16, 2001. We think of you so often the things you did At said, you never really left us, you have just gone on ahead, its lonely here without you. We miss you each day for life is not the same for us since you were called away. They say time heals all sorrow & helps you to forget but time has only proven how much we miss you yet. 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Cathy Wil­ liamson, 293-7391, Century 21 Pearson-Cook. 891-8980 ST15CWILL-C. Recreation SAILBOAT: Catalina Mark IL 22’ 1986. excellent condi­ tion. Includes trailer. 75 Honda outboard, inflatable tender, many extras and ready to sail. $9,200. (269)795-9816 Fortune Chef TE^reoLFaat, X-auwck & 'Dinnsr C^kcvx«s« Food avxd CLA "S’® ©Food. f ln»sx.bx<r^«rj. <S>av\dwi.ck.e5. (Jc S’olodj 891-1388 9353 Cherry Valley Avc.(M-37) Caledonia Village Centre 6am - 9pm MON- SAT SUN Mam 3pm MOVING/GARAGE SALES: 84th and Morse Lake Road, 8am-?, May 23rd At 24th. Wood stove, Jon boat, Honda 70, sleeper sofa, antique piano, camper, chest freezer, horse equipment (clothes At saddle), oak wall unit. AVON GRAND OPENING! Free samples Thurs­ day, May 22, 3-6pm, 501 Charles St., Middleville. GARAGE SALL 4920 Pat terson Rd , Saturday, May 24th, 8am-3pm Misc. furni­ ture, household items, child­ rens toys. Help Wanted CUSTOMER SERVICE: AP­ PLY TODAY. HELP WANTED, CALL TODAY PAID WEEKLY S500/WEEK TO START. Due to large in­ crease in business, local company must °*pand oper­ ations and fill 13 full time permanent positions Since there are several positions to fill, company will train the inexperienced Job descrip­ tions. hours, pay scales, profit sharing, benefits, ect will be discussed at a oneon-one interview No 3rd shift! For appointment call (877)688-3035 10am-3pm % On Memorial Day, we pay tribute to our fellow countrymen who died in wartime to protect the freedoms that we hold dear. Memorial Day Household PILLOWTOP MATTRESS SET: queen, new still in plastic) cost $800 Sell $150 (517)626-7089 WHITE PORCELAIN DAY­ BED: enamel trim, beautiful. Mattress and trundle comes with Bought, never used. Cost $300 Sei: $225 (517)712-2714 • Closed Memorial Day • 0 �Page 24The Sun and News, M»ddlev»le, Mi May 20. 2003 Scot baseball gets win at wooden bat tourney Caledonia’s varsity base­ ball team split two contests on Saturday at the Byron Center Wooden Bat Tour­ ney. The Scots were victorious in their second game of the day, as they topped Belding 8-2. Doug Burch pitched six innings, allowing four hits and just two runs for the win. Caledonia scored two runs in the first and second innings, then added four more in the sixth. Burch was four for four from the plate in the game as well, with three RBIs Greg Jousma went one for two with a double. Animal research can save animals’ lives, too (NAPS There are almost 78 million pet cat* in America, making felines the most pop­ ular four-legged family mem­ ber in the nation And thank* to aome remarkable new advance* in veterinary med icir> our favorite furry friend* are living longer, happier and healthier live*. From aimpie dietary mod­ ification* that extend and improve the live* of house cat* with urinary tract dis­ ease* to kidney transplant* that are performed when renal failure i* progressive and prolonged, recent vet­ erinary breakthrough* have given our cats more lives than ever Tremendous progress has also been made in the man­ agement of feline leukemia virus, arthritis, diabetes, hyperthyroidism, heart dis­ ease, cancer, ocular disease and many other health prob­ lem* affecting cats and Recent veterinary break­ throughs have given cats more lives than ever. kittens Every one of these impor­ tant veterinary advances was made possible by doctors working with lab animals— even though this type of research is typically vilified by animal extremists. For more paw-ticulars on how animal research saves ani­ mals, visit www research facta.org Caledonia High School student wins 4th place in auto contest Luke Stauffer of Caledo­ The Scots fell to the host nia High School was one of Bulldogs 7-2 in their other two Kent Career Technical wooden bat contest. students who received top Byron scored three un­ awards for their perfor­ earned runs in the first in­ ning. and two more in the : mance in the Ford/AAA Auto Skills Competition in third on its was to the vic­ April. He and Ryan Wine tory from Forest Hills Northern Stu Koh) led the Scot of­ High School received the fense with a three for three highest written-test scores in game that included two dou­ the state and took fourth bles place in the hands-on com­ Jousma, Scan Centilli, petition. Burch, and Mark Ward each Designed to encourage had one hit. Burch had one students to pursue careers as RBI. Last Fnday. the Scots suf­ automotive service techni­ cians. this nationwide com­ fered two tough losses to petition targets 11th- and Wyoming Park. I2th-graders involved in au­ Game one saw the Scots tomotive technology fall 12-2, after Wyoming courses. The competition Park scored nine runs in the consists of a written test third on four hits and three given by the Department of errors. Caledonia left seven run­ Education to eight students in each school. The two ners on base. Kohl took the loss allow­ highest scores are then com­ bined for the team or school ing five hits and four earned score and counted as 40% of runs. Ward, Matt Cook. Cen­ their final scores. Richard Goldner, a tilli. and Mulvihill each had one hit for Caledonia. Mul­ KC/TC instructor, along with Stauffer and Witte, vihill had one RBI. In game two. Mulvihill al­ traveled to Macomb Com­ lowed on two hits and one munity College in Warren. Mich., to complete the earned run. but took the loss hands-on portion of the auto in a 6-0 Viking victory. skills competition. Each pair Caledonia managed only of students was given a new three hits in the game, all Ford Motor Co. vehicle to three by Burch. diagnose and repair a mal­ The Scots host West Ot­ function. The students re­ tawa this Wednesday in ceived a trophy for their out­ Caledonia. standing achievement. Ryan Witte (left) and Luke Stauffer. See us for color copies, one-hour photo processing and all your printing needs. OUS 1351 N. M-43 Hwy. Hastings. At the gray barn HEFFRON FARMS , \ C k \ I Now Thru June 2nd DAILY SPECIALS PLUS REGISTER TO WIN ONE OF TWO $100 HEFFRON FARMS SHOPPING SPREES To Be Drawn June 2nd 9028 N. Rodgers (next to Contours Express), Caledonia 891 -8555 Mon.-Sat. 9am - 7 pm � https://barrycountyhistoryportal.org/files/original/25/713/SunandNews_2003-05-27.pdf e648b23629aee9349ec1d9810bd21c0d PDF Text Text WSIII3S PUM.IC LIBRARY Yoik Hometown Newspaper Serving Middleville and Caledonia Areas 132nd year Middleville. Michigan 49333 No. 22/May 27, 2003 TK synthetic turf option approved by Patricia Johns Staff Writer After seven months of re­ search, visits to athletic fields from Connecticut to Colorado and public forums with residents, Thornapple Kellogg Board of Education members approved replac­ ing the natural grass at the football stadium with syn­ thetic turf. Six bids were received. The low bidder, at $507,600. for the project was General Sports Turf, with headquar­ ters in Rochester, Mich. It had not been one of the companies which had ex­ pressed interest earlier in the project. All the exterior work including earth mov­ ing, varsity baseball field and new driveway came un­ der bid. Members of the school board and construction team were able to visit a new field in Milford, Mich. “I appreci­ ated being able to walk on the field, talk to students and coaches. I am confident that this is a premiere field.” Nancy Goodin said, “We were under no obligation to any of the synthetic turf manufacturers who under­ wrote the cost of our visits to their facilities. They all knew that unless we could get more information about the products and the process we were not going to choose this option. They also knew that the cost of redoing the turf would influence our de­ cision.” She also noted that the ef­ fect on injuries was one of the questions that they asked consistently. While there are few detailed studies, the coaches and students are re­ porting fewer injuries.” Board member Scott Kiel asked a student in the audi­ ence his opinion. According to the student who was in­ jured playing soccer on a natural grass field, playing on synthetic turf is easier on his injury. Kiel also asked Gary Thaler, supervisor of build­ ings and grounds .whether he had any reservations about the project. Thaler along with representatives from the district’s architec­ tural and engineering firm. Tower Pinkster, Titus and Owen. Ames. Kimball, the Stagecoach Park dedication is this Saturday in Middleville district’s construction man­ agement team walked the existing field with turf rep­ resentatives. “1 am a lot more confident with this project now,” Thaler says. “I think the problems with drainage will be corrected. This will be good for the district.” School board members said they were impressed that John Knox, owner of General Sports Turf, takes a hands- and knees-on, ap­ proach to installation. “He will be out here on his hands and knees,” Don Haney said. He also likes the approach that the com­ pany takes to gluing in the lines. The district will be able to approve the final de­ sign, before the carpet is woven. Marty Wenger told the audience that “Seven months ago my first thought was this is out of our league.” A life long farmer, Wenger says, “1 like dirt and grass, but I am excited about more students, band, soccer 78er football and others will be able to use the field and this quality stadium. The project came in under budget and Mark Uyl’s hard work and research is respon­ sible for this.” Kim Selleck said. “I was skeptical at first. Over time the answers to all the ques­ tions resolved my hesitation. It is exciting for soccer play­ ers to play in a stadium which has lights, concession stand and other amenities.” Haney added, “This is a truly good decision. It will save money and it will be good for kids.” Board president Dave Smith concluded the discus­ sion saying, "I was really pleased to go to Milford be­ cause I could sec what a good surface this would be to play on. I know from ex­ perience how mushy the football field can get even when only varsity games arc held on it. I look forward to the drainage being im­ proved. This project has come in under budget for the grounds work and 1 don't sec any downside to this de­ cision.” The board approved the bid of $507,600 and will discuss with General Sports Turf an option which would allow the company to pro­ vide a logo from a Michi­ gan-based company which would allow the price to be reduced to $457,600. No de­ cision has been made about this option. Site work will begin June • 2. The carpet will be in­ stalled during the first week in July and the surface should be ready for players by the first week of August. Caledonia schools updating strategic plan for technology The picnic tables will be out. the stagecoach in place and even music in the gaze­ bo as Stagecoach Park is dedicated at 11 a m. on Saturday, May 31. by Patricia Johns Staff Writer The landscaping is fin­ ished. the gazebos are spruced up. the horses arc ready, the dedication of Stagecoach Park will be held on Saturday. May 31 beginning at 11 a.m. Village manager Bryan Gruesbeck says, “this is a wonderful opportunity to thank all those who helped make this park a reality . Work on the park began with the paving of the Paul Henry Thomapple Trail sev­ eral years ago. Several de­ signs were discussed before the existing plan was cre­ ated. This one reflects Middleville’s history with bricks, benches and the authentic reproduction of a stagecoach. The historic re­ production lamp posts will become pan of the down­ town signature. Horses will bring the Stagecoach to its summer home on Saturday, there will be just a tew short speeches, food, and even music. Following the ceremony the Thomapple Trail Asso­ ciation will bold a trail cleanup. Any trail user can bring their brooms, leaf blowers (gas powered, of course), loppers and clippers to the beginning of the trail at about 12:30 p.m One group will work sweeping the paved part of the trail since twigs and small branches have come down on it with the last few wind storms .Another group will go to the pan of the trail from McCann to Irving roads to help clear some larger downed trees and branches so the trail can be mowed. Gruesbeck says. “Come join the fun and celebrate our new park.” by Cathy Rueter Staff Writer Penny Peticolas, who re­ cently retired from Caledo­ nia schools, explained to the Caledonia Board of Educa­ tion last week the decision to review/update the tech­ nology strategic plan. The Strategy 8 Committee Report was revealed by Dawn Bush, peer commu­ nity member serving on the committee. The district’s strategic plan originally was developed in 1997 and re­ vised in 1999. Peticolas in­ troduced Bush, who gave the rest of the report from the committee findings and recommendations. Bush, a Caledonia resi­ dent for 19 years, is versed in technology and the need for it in schools. She has been in the technology edu­ cation field for the past 18 years, currently as director of academic technology for Calvin College and is a strong believer in strategic planning. Because technology and its use in education has risen dramatically in the past few years, the school board has asked that Strategy 8 be re­ viewed once again to keep on top of developments and to enable Caledonia students to compete in the technol- See CMonia schools, pg. 7 Patty Klapmust, coordinator for the Job Skills Train­ ing for Caledonia’s special education students, re­ ceived Wal-Marts Educator of the Year award from as­ sistant manager Jerry Birch, for her role ’above and be­ yond" what is required of her for her students In This Issue. Middleville picked for downtown program TK board discusses special ed busing concerns Caledonia Middle School holds Career Day TK School Board candidates talk to PTO �Page 2/The Sun and News, Middteviile. Ml,-'May 27. 2003 Middleville picked for downtown program by Patricia Johns Staff Writer The Village of Mid­ dleville was named as one of the 11 Michigan communi­ ties which will participate in the new Blueprints for Michigan’s Downtowns pro­ gram. This program is being funded jointly by the Michi­ gan Economic Development Corporation (MEDC), Michigan State Housing De­ velopment Authority and the Michigan Municipal League. It makes funding available to develop and launch a downtown eco­ nomic development action plan to deal with develop­ ment challenges and encour­ age growth. The competition between communities large and small was fierce, MEDC officials claimed. The communities submitting applications were Adrian, Allen Park, Baroda, Battle Creek. Brighton. Bu­ chanan, Cheboygan. Davi­ son, DeWitt. Fremont. Grand Haven, Grand Rap­ ids. Hartford. Howell. Iron Mountain. Jonesville. Mt.. Pleasant. Norway, Scott­ ville. a joint application from Watervliet and Coloma and Wayland. Receiving the nod from review committee were Adrian, Battle Creek, Brigh­ ton. Buchanan. Cheboygan. Davison. Grand Haven. Jon­ esville. Middleville. Mount Pleasant and Norway. These communities will work with the national downtown consulting firm HyettPalma to develop a downtown strategic plan. Middleville Village Man­ ager Bryan Groesbeck says. ‘‘The village is happy to be selected for this program. I think it shows what can be accomplished when there is cooperation between neigh­ boring communities. The ef­ fort between the village and "'AV EDA Hair & Body Products THE ART ANO SCIENCE OF PURE FLOWER ANO PLANT ESSENCES’* REDKEN, NIOXIN & OPI PRODUCTS W.1 ®)NTEMPO 616-891-1095 M51 Cherry UMonU VIHag* CMtn township to improve the downtown and the M-37 corridor will benefit both communities" Groesbeck and represen­ tatives will be meeting June 9 to discuss the program. The program will include market analysts, determining long range assets and creat­ ing an “aggressive” action plan. According to the press re­ lease announcing the Blue­ print communities. Sabrina Keeley, acting CEO of the MEDC said. “These blue­ prints will give these com­ munities another excellent tool to ensure their eco­ nomic vitality for years to come.” The program was de­ veloped through a part­ nership made up of the MEDC, Michigan State Housing Development Authority (MSHDA) and the Michigan Municipal League (MML). The MEDC and MSHDA have committed a total of $200,000 to fund the project. Participants are re­ quired to match the amount of funding that is allocated for their community. “The first initiative of its kind, this partnership be­ tween MEDC. MSHDA. HyettPalma and 11 very en­ thusiastic communities promises to show -esults in less than a year’s time,” said James L. Logue, MSHDA "Reserve Your Peace of Mind" Sunday, June 1*1-5 p.m. • Food and Refreshments • Art Show Car Show • Tour of New Apartments Currently taking reservations. Carveth Village the ultimate m retirement living, often a unique combination of independent apartments with optional services and assisted Itvmg that provide the quality of We our residents desire A friendly community where activities are at your doorstep, healthcare needs are easily handled, and security is not a concern. Carveth Village Independent Apartments are beautifully designed with the senior m mind. Our spacious one and two bedroom apartments are fully equipped with washer and dryer, microwave, range and refrigerator At Carveth Village the single story apartments have private patios mdrvid ual aw conditioning and temperature control. The main foyer with freplace and small coffee/beverage center provides a wonderful place to entertain fnends and families The Carveth Village Resident can choose their own pattern of living m the Vxiage and can enjoy a variety of services that assure comfort and seamy. Additional meats. housekeeping, linen services can be purchased on a monthly basis If you would like more information please call (269) 795-4972. 690 W Mam Street. Middlevtte. M 49333 Reserve your apartment now and rest easy knowing that expert, professional services are available for any level of care you may need now and in the future. I 111’1 11 III |M | 'FMHEiMMMdl executive director. “MSHDA is proud to be at the table." Dan Gilmartin, deputy di­ rector of the MML, added. “The communities are ex­ cited to be able to utilize this great downtown develop­ ment tool. I look forward to seeing the positive effects that Blueprints will have on these communities." The Michigan Economic Development Corporation, a partnership between the state and local communities, promotes smart economic growth by developing strate­ gies and providing services to create and retain good jobs and a high qualitv of life. For more information on the Michigan Economic De­ velopment Corporation’s initiatives and programs, visit the Web site at www.michigan.org. Fund-raiser brings in over $500 An Armed Forces Day fundraiser with hot dogs, pop and snacks sponsored by the support group raised $500 to send care packages to local residents now serv­ ing the armed forces. Selling at Middleville Market Place were parents and grand­ parents of service people with representatives from the local VFW and American Legion and high school students as well New books available at the Thornapple Kellogg Library Adult Fiction - In Reverse in Those Days, by Roland Merullo; In the Forest, by Edna O’Brien; King of Torts, by John Grisham; Last Girls, by Lxe Smith; Soldiers Return. A Novel, by Melvyn Bragg; When the Emperor Was Divine, by Julie Otsuka; Jester a Novel, by James Patterson; Tuxedo Park, by Jennet Conant: Bachelor Girl: The Secret History, by Betsy Irael. Adult Non-Fiction - Lives of the Muses Nine Women and the Artists They Inspired, by Francine Prise; Lusitania an Epic Tragedy, by Diana Preston; Measur­ ing America, by Andro Linklater; Unchained Mem ories. by Gates; Hello Benny!, by Robie Harris; Science of Harry Potter, by Roger Highfield; Master of the Senate, by Robert Caro; Pirate Hunter, by Richard Zacks. Donations: Audio Books Dangerous Masquerade, by Janet Dailey; While Other People Sleep, by Marcia Muller, Suitable fix Fram ing. by Edna Buchanan; A Dangerous Fortune, by Ken Follett, Adult Fiction - The Pro­ gram. by Stephen White; Purple Cane Road, by James Lee Burke; A Womans Touch, by Jayne Ann Krenu; Two Brothers, The Lawman, The Gun Slinger, by Linda Lae Miller Non-Fiction - Living Beyond the Daily Grind, bv Charles R. Swindoli* Nah ional Geographic Exped itions Atlas; Kalamazoo County, by Fred Me Taggart. E. Fiction - Good Little Bad Little Pig, by Margaret Brown; Can I Have a Stegosaurus, by Lois Grambling; Hurray for Reading, by Patricia Hall; Ux>k I Can Tie My Shoes, by susan Hood; Harriet Adrift, by Deborah Inkpen; Baa Baa Black Sheep, by Iza Trapani; Arthur’s Eyes, by Marc Brown; Curious George, by Hans Rey; This is the House that Jack Built, by Simms Taback. J. Fiction - Florida Fog Phantoms; Michigan Mega Monsters; Orges of Ohio, by Jonhnathan Rand; Double Fudge, by Judy Blume; Junie B First Grader Toothless Wonder. by Barbara Parks; Phantom Tollbooth.by Norton Juster; Zathura a Space Adventure, by Chris Van Allsburg; It’s Justin Time, Amber Brown, by Paula Danziger; Attack of Apollyon; Dangerous Plan; GET All THE NEWS OF BARRY COUNTY! Subscribe to the Hastings Banner. Call 945-9554 for more information. Escape from New Babylon; Horsemen of T error; Secrets of new Babylon; Uplink from the Underground, by Jerry Jenkins; lime for Courage, by Kathryn Ixisky; l.ast Resort, by Patrick Lewis, My Face in the Wind, by Jim Murphy; ( hanges for Kit; Happy Birthday Kit!; Ki Saves the Day, by Valerie Tripp. JE Fiction What a Trip; Amber Brown, by l*aula Danziger. J Non-Fiction Jessica’> X Ray, by Pat Zonta. �The Sun and News. Middleville Ml/May 27, 2003/Page 3 TK board discusses special ed busing concerns by Patricia Johns Staff Writer More than 20 parents of special education students and some of the drivers on these bus routes attended the special school board meet­ mg May 21to express con­ cerns about proposed changes in transportation of special ed students. The Kent Intermediate School District has recom­ mended to the 20 districts in the KISD that combining busing for special education students throughout the dis­ trict would save money and provide more grant applica­ tion opportunities. The bus drivers would become em- Ground broken for Middleville Methodist Church addition Rev. Lee Zachman (left) looks on as the first group of ceremonial shovelers breaks ground for the new addition of the Middleville Methodist Church. Church members and friends young and old help dig the first holes. The church will be under construction for at least 9 months. Construction is beginning with the office and meeting room area ployees of the KISD. Dean Transportation, a private company, would provide routes and scheduling through a contract with the KISD Districts must decide about this change by the end of May. Then the drivers must make a decision about whether they want to go to the KISD by June 6. It is es­ timated that the district would save as much as $160,000 this year if this new system is approved. Parents in the audience brought said they worry this decision is being made too hastily. Superintendent Kevin Konarska told the parents that the reason the decision was not on the agenda was that they have not received enough infor­ mation. The board has scheduled a second special meeting for Thursday. May 29. at 7:30 p.m. in the Thor­ napple Kellogg school and Community library to discuss this option. Other parents told the board that a decision to go with the KISD plan would impact kids and the drivers who befriend and support them. Board President Dave Smith told the parents that everything possible was be- ing done to investigate this proposal thoroughly. The district has held meetings with drivers, parents and the superintendent has met with KISD representatives. Konarska told the board and parents that more infor­ mation should be coming to the board by the middle of this week. Only if there is enough information will the board make a decision about the cooperative transporta­ tion system. One parent asked what was being done to improve the special education pro­ gram at TK. Konarska ex­ plained that in tight budget­ ary times, the goal was to keep the current programs in place. Board member Dan Parker said that he and Smith have lobbied the Michigan delegation, includ­ ing Third District ongress- MILLER MEANS... j Middleville & Gun 1-ake Area Office 317 Arlington, Middleville, Ml man Vem Ehlers and U.S. Senators Debbie Stabenow and Carl Levin, to see if the federal government can pay more of the costs they have mandated. Board member Kim Selleck reminded parents that the goal of the district was to provide the best education possible to all the students in the district. Sometimes this means having special educa­ tion students transported to other schools and programs. Sometimes this means send­ ing students to the KISD skills center or to college programs. Smith asked parents with questions to call the admini­ stration. 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Ml/May 27. 2003 Paul Henry Trail clean up is Saturday Spring storms have taken their toll on trees along the Middleville section of the Paul Henry Thornapple Trail. Cyclists, inline skaters and even walkers have had trail cleanup. Any trail user can bong their brooms, leaf blowers (gas powered, of course), toppers, rakes and clippers to the beginning of the trail at about 12:30 p.m. to detour around the fallen debns. Following the Stagecoach Park ceremony on Saturday. May 31 the Thornapple Trail Association will hold a TTA president Michael Gormley says, “come dressed to work and bring work gloves. The more peo­ ple who come, the more fun we will have and the faster everything will get done One group will work sweeping the paved part of the trail since twigs and small branches have come dow n on it with the last few w ind storms. Another group w ill go to the part of the trail from McCann to Irving roads to help clear some larger downed trees and LOCAL CHURCH DIRECTORY ALASKA BAPTIST CHURCH A Liinnn Church - Serving a Living lord Morning Worship Fellowship Time Sunday School Evening Praise . . WEDNESDAY ........................9:30 a.m. ..................... 1035 a m. ..................... 10:50 a m. .....................6:00 p.m. Family Night 6 30 p.m 7240 6Kih Street, SE - Caledonia 2 miles east of M-37 Pastor, Dr Brian F Harrison Youth Pastor Kevin Stiles C e V M U a I I T C N 0 I C R a ptace to belong a place to become (Contemporary, Casual, Non-dencmmaUonat) Sunday Morning Worship_______ 9 JO & 1190 am 8175 Broadmoor, Caledonia Rev Mu hael Stowell. lead Pastor Rev Daxul Moorhead Assoc Pastor Joe Opt ic, Worship Leader Denny Houma. Youth Pastor Church Office 616-891-0287 Visit our web site www bnghtside org CALEDONIA CHRISTIAN REFORMED CHURCH "A Church with a caring heart for our community and the world" 9:50 a m. and 6:00 pm. Sunday Worship FIRST BAPTIST CHURCH OF MIDDLEVILLE M-37. north of Middleville • 795-9726 Brute N. Stewart. Senior Pastor rim A. Vine. A*vt Pastor Youth Oouglas G Bca*on. Visitation Pastor Gary Weaver. Musk Minister Pastor David Stewart. CE Children s Pastor Sunday School 945a.m. Sunday Morning Wxship Service MIDDLEVILLE CHRISTIAN REFORMED 708 W. Main Street 6:45p.m. . . 6:45 p m. 10 00 a m 11 15 am 6 00 p m YOU ARE INVITED 600p.m. Wednesday MkJ Week Prayer Word of Lafe Clubs Keith Stulp, Youth Director M-37 at 100th Si. CALEDONIA HOLY FAMILY CATHOLIC CHURCH Middleville Good Shepherd Wesleyan Church Lutheran Church 908 W Main Street (Missouri Synod) . 9 30 am 1 i 00 a m. 11 00 a m. Worship Sunday School Aduh Bible Class Rev E. Anthony Sikora Church; (616) 795-2391 GRACE UNITED REFORMED CHURCH 1664 N. M 37 Highway Middleville, Ml 49333 • 945 1555 Located near the corner of M-37 and McCann Service Times: Sunday School...................................... 9 45 a in Morning Worship ................................ 1 l :(X) a m Evening Worship................................... 6:00 pm Youth Group:............................. 6:00 p.m Sunday Midweek 7:00 p.m. Wed 9 JO a m Thurs ’^i^^'CHRISTIA N Life CHURCH Proclaiming the Whole Counsel of Cod 10 AM Sunday Morning Services at 9 30 a m and 6 p.m 3449 - 76th St. S£., Caledonia 698-9660 9255 84th Street, Alto, Ml 49302 One mile east of Wkitneyvtlle R4 A Church for today s world Spirit-filledfamily Church. Sunday School for ages 3 yr. thru 6(h grade: Rrv P Adams Phone 891-8440 GUN LAKE COMMUNITY CHURCH & PRESCHOOL 12200 Weu M l 79 Highway l(W Noonday Road) Wayland. Ml 49MM Kraft Avenue at Johnson Street Rev. Dave LeBlanc, Pastor Meeting you. your friends, and your family right where you're at. Phone 891-9259 Sunday Wcrdup 9fl0 in or 10 30 ajn Saturday Evening Mass ... .5:00 p.m. Sunday Mass . .9.00 a.m. & 11:00 a m. June 1st: "In An Alien WerW*________ _________ Summer Worship Schedule (through Aug 31 > HKM) a m....................................... Worship A. Jr Church 1160 am . . Cotlee Fellowship (Nuncry Available Throughout) Res Normm Kohns •<6I6) 8914167 Church Office 6I6 S914669 Fax 89I4MS « wwu vajedoruaumeorg Community Chu'Ch CHRISTIAN REFORMED 9:30am Coaaeinporvv Wbnhtp Sunday School (or AU Ages Evenmg Wurth? ..................... 10:45am 600 pm Pastor Roger Huisman • ChwrA Office 868-6391 www lakxwdeconHkuntfyneg ' AJO tn Tradmnnd llfiOaaa Cotneoporart 10 50 am Suodn Sdmdl far Al Afrv 11W a m Surcin Evewig Smir 5 00 pm Fl FnmJs hr-Sdkni-5te(Sept Apat> 630pm AJuH Bhir Muds - Bcdnoin 630 pm Church Ph 616868-6810 • Pastor i Ph 616-S97-674U Rev. Royle Bailard, Pastor Phone 868-6437 SS. CYRIL and METHODIUS CHURCH As of now. the 9 30 Mass of SS Cyril & Methodius will take place at St. Therese Church in Wayland while the final phase of the building of the church takes place. Mass at SS. Cyril & Method­ ius will resume again July 13,2003. when the dedication takes place. We apolo* gize for the inconvenience THORNAPPLE BIBLE CHURCII Preaching the Living Word Servin^ ' Risen Lord Sunday School 9:30 a m Sunday Morning Worship 10:30 a m (Jr. Church & Nursery available ) Currently meeting at: Emmons Lake Elementary 8950 Kraft SE, Caledonia UNITED METHODIST CHURCHES Middleville - Parmelee 9J0 am. Mddtevfe Momng WorWp Sunday School (AdUh) ffarjery - Grade 5 Grades 6-8 Sunday Evenmgs Grades 9-12 Sunday Evenrigs Grades 6-12 Wednesday Evenrgs 1100 a m 9 45 am 1100 dm 5 006 15 p m 6 308 00 p m 600-7 30 pm Rev Lee Xuehman Church Office Phone - 795-9266 WAYFARER^ CHUHCH Finding the Way Together! An informal, contemporary church committed to our community Rev. Dr Jack Doorlag. Interim Minuter Sunday Worship is at 10:00am in Caledonia Middle School’s cafeteria. Everyone is welcome! Nursery & children’s activities during ail service* For more informaDon (616j 891 -8119 or « Pastor. Rev Josh Blunt Contact our Dutton office at (616) 65-65 WAY Check our web site www wqdurercc org Redeemer Covenant Church —Lighting Up Lives for God— 1 A Christian Eduuuon HxnllOOam KXOO am ae KMFVSV) Pamr* vonuvCVJM UHxwFaata —...... Sunday School... 10:00 am. Morning Worship..,11:00 a.m. Evening Worship...6:00 p.m. Wednesday Prayer Meeting...7:00 p.m. Sunday Morning Worship Pastor EG Frizzed Office Phone 891-8688 Parmelee Momrg Worship Worship 930 un Praise Singing 7 30 pm 5590 WhitneyviHe Ave., S E. AKo. Ml 49302 Sunday Worship: 8:30 san. Traditional 11 aan. Contemporary 6 pan. Praise/Bible Study A Place fur Faadiv A friends 6201 Wlwtneyvdie Avenue. Aho Sunin Munang »urviw> Wed. Fellowship Pastor Robert Gerke • Pastor David Ziehr Rev Dennis Ross M 37 between Middleville & Caledonia near WtYtneyvtee Ave 9:45 air rervwr Traditional Service 5 30 AM Acoustic Praise 8r Worship Service 11.00 AM Sunday School 8r Aduh Bible Studij 94 S AM COMMUNITY Lakeside ALASKA CONGREGATION Chyrch School. Sunday Mid-Week at the Oaas - Wed 6:30 PM Church; (616) 868 7425 Cefe&tate... Community of’ Christ Leighton Church 814e> 68ih St Mutoun Svpod Comer of 84th St and Kraft in Caledonia 1 mile west of M-37 Jr. High, Sun. 6:30 pm ^El)e ©lb ®(ni£ fHetljolnst (Cljurclj 269-795-7903 WWW gunlakcR. (.immunity church org C“ 250 Vine Street M J? Io to V me) fSt Paul Lutheran Church Sr. High. Sun. 6:30 pm Wednesday Wcnhtp 6 30 pm CALEDONIA UNITED METHODIST A Wednesday 6:00 P.M. Evening Prayer phone 795-2370 or 9M-9327 Vicar - Rev. David T. MoetwkM __________ www StPaulCaledonia.org_________ Al Tiemeytr, Community ( ailing Church Oflke: (616)891-1512 Sunday Service Timas 9:15 A.M. Morning Prayer (Holy Communion 2nd Sunday) 11:00 A.M. Holy Communion AD Services have a Nursery available - Barner Free Rev. Tom DeVries. Pastor - 795-9901 (Child & Adult) (Dunng (he School Year) Rev. R. Scott Greenway, Pastor 2415 McCann Rd. (In Irving) Informal mid week acixistic Praiw and Morning Worship Service Sunday School Evening Worship Service 11 00 a.m. Sunday Evening Service branches so the trail can be mowed For information about the Paul Henry I hornappie Trail check out the website at thornappletrail.org or thor­ nappletrail.com. For infor­ mation about the clean up call Gormley at 269-7958739. Famih Night 5:45-800 pm Pwa Pad M Hillman louth Piaor David Enkwxi 6451 Hanna Lak Awme. Caiedoma 616-69M001 redctmemmcnjiet ndetmercmemmlctg .4 ueMhs tfWt [•mgrwd Omnwu . WHITNEYVILLE Bible church 8546 WMneyv^ Ave Of 84fh 9 • 89 366’ The Church where everybody is somebody .. and Jesus is Lord ' Meeting at Caledonia High School Scnaoy Scnoot Sunday Mcmng Woanp 930 am 1030 am Meenryj of chapel on whmey/«e Ave Sunday Evenng Womp 6 00 pm Wea lAaweeti Prayer A Bote Siudy 700pm flw frcmasSuys Robot • Sev <ar Bom *«oc ^asgt | �The Sun and News. Middleville. Mi/May 27. 2003/Page 5 School board candidates speak to PTO . by Patricia Johns Staff Writer More than 25 people turned out to listen to pres* entations by candidates Tom Ward and Marty Wenger talk about the goals they have if elected to the Thor­ napple Kellogg School board at the election on Monday, June 9. Not able to attend the May 20 event was candidate Jimmy Nelson who had to be out of town on business. He told The Sun and News that he is very excited about the opportunity to serve the community if elected. Nelson has been a volun­ teer for the high school Sci­ ence Olympiad program and wants to sec more students take advantage of these op­ portunities. Ward, well known for his volunteering for the local AYSO program, has also been a volunteer for Odys­ sey of the Mind. He wants the schools to prepare stu­ dents for business better. “I am looking forward to bringing my expertise in quality control to the dis­ trict, if I am elected,” he told the audience. He sees con­ tinued growth in the school district as future needs to be addressed. Wenger said. “I believe the role of a school board member is to help create policies to govern the dis- Candidate Tom Ward talked about his business background and belief in quality as part of his reasons for running for the Thomapple Kellogg School Board Incumbent Marty Wenger talks about the role of a school board member at a recent forum. trict and to hire a school su­ perintendent. I also want to make sure that we do what is best for children.” He talked a little bit about his experience on the con­ struction committee and the ongoing work to prepare the district for future growth. He sees working with both ar­ chitectural firm Tower Pink­ ster Titus and construction management firm as being benefits to the district which allowed the district to stretch construction dollars. Following the presenta­ tion by the candidates, the Robert Jackson to mark 80th birthday June 3 Robert Jackson celebrates his 80th birthday on June 3rd. from Bob graduated Thornapple Kellogg High School and served in the United States Navy, Sea­ bees. in the Pacific during World War II. He retired from Eaton Manufacturing in Kalama­ zoo in 1983. PTO elected officers for the coming year. Openings are still available at McFall. Lee and Page. The fund raising company for the fall fund raiser at the elementary level is Mr. Z’s with a combination of food and fun gift items. The Thornapple Kellogg PTO will meet on June 10 in a closeout meeting. The group will hold an organiza­ tional meeting in August and regular meeting dates for the 2003-2004 year will be announced at that time. ^Wooded Acreage in Middleville!^ Excellent Wooded Build Sites’ Paved Road’ ____ • Parcel 5 is Build to Suit call for details 6m’Subject to township approval of private road Your Hometown Full Service Garden Center! Creek Just West Off M-37 •10197 Garbow Rd. • Middleville ^WeightWatchers Early spring hours: 8:30 a.m. ■ 8:00 p.m. Monday - Saturday OPEN MEMORIAL DAY 8 AM to 4 PM «im» ci-nii 'of SUCCESS! - -SEASON PASS NOW ON SALE ONLY $169 FOR NEW MEMBERS! Get unlimited meeting until September 13. 2003 for one tow price Join now and get * In the Groove' - your cool guide to getting started, FREE when you join. Team Up for Success - Join with a Friend! Caledonia Caledonia Community Resource Center 330 Johnson V” A Wednesday - 5.30 p.m He and his wife, Helen Jorgensen Jackson, have three children, four grand­ children and four, soon to be five great grandchildren. The family plans to cele­ brate this auspicious occa­ sion with a family dinner. If you know Bob and would like to send a birthday greeting his way. his address is 7779 East DE Ave.. Richland. Ml 49058 Middleville ▼ < Middle Vila ton ► 4611 N. M-37 Hwy Thursday 6:30 p.m. Meetings also in Hastings. Lake Odessa and More! 1-800-651-6000 Call 945-9554 anytime for Sun & News classified ads tfark with Delivery Available Landscaping Materials and Equipment flowering Shrubs and pushes • Seeds • Pansies • tydlbs Congratulations Let us Help to our 2003 Graduating Employees! Janine Dy kstra & Sara Jansens from Thomapple Kellogg. & Arica Newton from Hastings HS. With your graduation %/lRK Open House we have balloons, etc. .. 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While the eighth grade band is a little smaller than a sixth grade group that could fill the en­ tire gymnasium their rendi­ tions of “I’m a believer” and Beautiful Calico & : Monostone Prints £ jj\ Swimwear Fabrics Buttons, Zippers, ” etc. QUIST IONA ASK US Q 218 E State St, Hastings • 945-9673 _ T OPEN Monday Thuraday 8 am 5 30 pm. Fnday 8 am-7 pm Saturday 9 am-5 30 Hulst Cleaners Pick-Up Station “Declaration in Blue” held a sweet melancholy but tune­ ful notes for the parents. Of course “School Colors on Parade” was a much more masterful rendition of school fight songs than this group accomplished in their first parade in September 2001 as they marched to the TK Fight Song. Now they have just finished that last parade as middle school stu­ dents. This time they played “America the Beautiful” all the way to Mt. Hope Ceme­ tery. Some of these eighth graders will go on to play in the high school band. A few have been chosen for the ex­ clusive jazz band as well. Others will continue with lessons or start their own rock groups. But for the rest these three years were the time they remember being soaked in the language and discipline of music. It is when they were all members of the band. GREENHOUSE Cherry Valley West Michigan’s Most Inspiring Retail Gardening Experience^ Over 2 Acres of Annuals and Perennials Children’s Play Area For your shopping convenience! Friendly, Knowledgeable Staff to help you with all your needs Mural is bridge from childhood Eighth graders create a mural bndging elementary school and high school The bridge represents that bridge which the middle school experience provides Once finished it will be hung in the office at the middle school. Working on the mural af­ ter school are (from left) Elena Gormley. Sammy Hauschild and Elizabeth Beau­ doin who created most of the background of the painting. Last chance to register for National 24-Hour Challenge The National 24-Hour Challenge will be held Sat­ urday and Sunday. June 1415, beginning and ending at Thornapple Kellogg High School in Middleville. Entry is limited to 500 bi­ cyclists. Entry closes on June 7, or when the limit is reached. For more informa­ tion, contact John or Diane Obermeyer, 616 241-1969, via e-mail at 24hc@aol.com or visit the website at www.n24hc.org The event is hosted by the Rapid Wheelmen Bicycle Club, the on the road tour takes cyclists around the pe­ rimeter of the county for more than 125 miles. There are 22 single bicy­ cle classes for men and women, ages 18 to 70+. There are three tandem classes: male, female and mixed. There are 2 recum­ bent classes: single and tan­ dem. Beginning at Thornapple Kellogg High School, bicy­ clists ride through Barry County on open roads shared with motor vehicles. There are three loops on the route. Loop One is 125 miles and is ridden first. Loop Two is 22 miles and is ridden as many times as can be completed before 8 pm. 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A 15-member team was appointed last December, in­ cluding Chris Burns, Dawn Bush. Todd DeJong. Walt Fish, School Board repre­ sentative Bill Harrison. Judy Hoebeke, Jerry Keron. Pam Luctkemcyer, Glenda Lieske, Peticolas, Carrie Rittenger, Artel Scheid, Gayle Spitzley, Nancy Stepp and Chris Warren; all members of the community, parents, school staff, etc. Many are well acquainted with tech­ nology in the work field. The team worked January through March of this year to update the technology strategy. After brainstorm­ ing and researching “best practices” (emulating others of high standards and appli­ cations - not reinventing the wheel), this last committee wrote a 26-page report de­ tailing seven recommenda­ tions with rationale. The rec­ ommended to: 1) Implement an elec­ tronic, interactive, secure and user-friendly communi­ cation network that provides enhanced access for stu­ dents, staff, parents and community. 2) Commit al every level Io a comprehensive funding plan based on learning re­ search and aligned with aca­ demic goals. 3) Empower students to select and apply technology as a tool for learning to achieve academic success, career preparation and needed life skills. 4) Adopt a well-defined staff development plan for technology that includes ex­ pectations, training and evaluations which empower all school personnel to use technology effectively in their work (teachers, admin­ istrators. and staff). 5) Promote the develop­ ment of the district web presence, including guiding policies and standards, so that the pages are informa­ tive, integrated, flexible, powerful, and user-friendly. 6) Provide a district-wide, full-featured student infor­ mation system that collects and presents performance data based on standardized assessments and allows teachers and administrators to make data driven deci­ sions in support of student learning. 7) Restructure the role of the technology department to ensure that there is effective and visionary leadership; a process that recognizes the value of site­ based decision-making as well as district level needs for coordination and effi­ ciency; a guideline for tech­ nology staffing that ensures well organized and timely support. According to Bush, these are goals designed to last for five years. “(The district) might be stopped for this year (for financial reasons) but this is for the long run. A lot of these things can be achieved with not a great amount of money.” The board adopted the changes to the strategic plan as presented by the Strategy 8 Study Committee. Mem­ bers also voted to incorpo­ rate the Strategy 8 report into the official District Technology Plan on file at Kent Intermediate School District. The board also adopted recommendations from the Community Education Study Committee to support Strategy #9. The committee, consisting of Chairwoman Quality Family Eye Care Since 1929 Bard Bloom, O.D. Scott Bloom, O.D. OPTOMETRISTS 2 Locations Hastings 1510 N. Broadway 945-2192 Wayland 216 N. Main 792-0520 MOST INSURANCE ACCEPTED Janine Wilson, CHS Student Congress Repre­ sentative for 2002-03 was presented with a Caledo­ nia “C for her time spent this academic year with the school board. Carol Nelson-Purkey. Rob­ erta Andrusiak. Board Rep­ resentative Denny Atkinson, Dan Boy, Sherry Crawford. Dave H. Johnson. Tom Kaechele, Tom O’Brien. Dave Price, Lisa Segard. Steve Vander Ark. Mildred Walsh and Ellen Wilder, worked over the last year to­ ward recommendations for the future of community education. In other business last week, the Caledonia Board of Education: • Tabled a motion to ex­ tend a number of adminis­ trative contracts for the time being after board member Kristy Sherlund read a state­ ment concerning the con­ tracts. “It’s not normally my character to read (a state­ ment),” Sherlund said, “but I don’t want what I have to say to be misconstrued.” The statement was read as follows: “Over the past several months, (Superintendent) Doug (Busman), his team, and community members have spent countless hours determining ways to cut ex­ penses to deal with our cur­ rent dwindling funding situation. The outcomes from this process have im­ pacted almost every area of our educational system. While we are hopeful we can operate the 2003-2004 school year under these very Great People, Great Places uncertain financial times, according to the House Fis­ cal agency, the 2004-2005 revenue picture is very un­ certain. “These facts, along with our newest challenge of re­ placing our superintendent, leads me to request tabling the vote on the extension of our administrative contracts until Aug. 19. 2003. At that time we will have a clearer picture of our superintendent replacement, our budget will be adopted, and hopefully we will have additional in­ formation on the direction of the state aid payments. Since all of our adminis­ trators have contracts throughout the next school year. I believe we have the responsibility to delay the extension of these contracts, until our new or acting su­ perintendent can influence the recommendations. “Caledonia Community Schools are privileged to have an excellent team of administrators serving our children. This by no means reflects our confidence in their work, yet a time for this board to reflect and con tinue to analyze our infra­ structure so that we can use our limited resources to best bring equality to the educa­ tional system at Caledonia Community Schools.” • Watched the presenta­ tion of the Educator of the Year award from Jerry Birch, assistant manager of the Cascade Wal-Mart, to Patty Klapmust, who coordi­ nates job skills training for Caledonia’s special educa­ tion students on the job site. "She’s done this for six years with Wal-Mart.” said Lynelle Dodge, director of special education. Dodge explained Klap­ must ’s role in the training. “It’s hands on. real world experience for students that have difficulty learning in the traditional academic set­ ting." she said. "Patty’s role is to teach the employability skills and re-teaching the job atthe business site. She reports there daily. Monday through Friday, and the bus takes the students there.This is for credit, the kids are not paid, they receive school credit.” Dodge said the award went to Klapmust because “she goes above and be­ yond. She’s willing to go in on evening hours if a student is hired and having diffi­ culty. She’ll go in and help the student understand their job or help Wal-Mart under­ stand the special needs of the student.” Walmart gave the special education cognitively im­ paired program at Caledonia High School $1,000 in Klap­ must ’s honor. 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Ml/May 27. 2003 Heffron Farms opening brings shoppers new taste temptations Customers to Heffron Farms in Caledonia will probably see Teresa Bums as she is a full-time employee of the new store. Shoppers can pick up a bunch of fresh flowers when they pick up the milk, cheese, chicken, pork, beef or ice cream for dinner. The store stocks frozen, vac­ uum-packed meats and poultry IF*. TK SECONDARY LUNCH MENU 1* Kevin Lince Still looking a sharp as ever. Happy goth Birthday! We love you! Deb, Graham b Madeleine Wednesday, May 28 Breakfast for lunch. French toast sticks w/sausage patty or hanvchccsc on bun. potato rounds, juice box. milk. Thursday, May 29 Italian blend notini w/meat sauce and breadstick or chicken sandwich on a bun, veggie, fruit, milk. Friday, May 30 Pizza or fish sandwich on a bun. veggie, fruit, milk. KCC FEHSENFELD CENTER SUMMER SESSION, 2003 BIOL 200 BIOL 202 BUAD 101 ENGL 97 ENGL 120 ENGL 151 ENGL 152 HUMA 150 HUSE 232 HUSE 235 LITE 213 Field Biology MATH 97 Mathematics Clinic Human Physiology MATH 100 Pre Algebra Intro. To Business MATH 101 Beginning Algebra Writing Skills MATH 121 Intermediate Algebra Writing Improvement OIT 100 Computer Info. Sys. Freshman Composition OIT 160 Application Software Freshman Comp. II PEC 121 Healthy Lifestyles Encounter w/Arts PEC 156 Hiking Early Child Learn I POSC 200 Amer. Government Child Growth & Devel. PSYC 201 Intro. Psychology Children’s Literature PSYC 220 Developmental Psyc. SOCI201 Intro. To Sociology Classes begin on or after May 19th; most begin the week of June 9th. Call (269) 948-9500 or visit our website at ww w.kellogg.edu for days, times, and tuilion/fee informa­ tion ACT NOW! Stop by Heffron Farms to enter the drawing for two $100 gift certificates which will take place on Monday, June 2. Heffron Farms carries unusual jellies, salsa, cookbooks and pasta to name just a few of their items beside meat and poultry products. ______________________ ____________________ Compuer Day Camp planned in Middleville Thornapple Kellogg Community Education will hold a computer day camp for students entering sixth and seventh grades this coming school year. The camp will be held June 16-19 from 9 a.m. until noon at the Thornapple Kel­ logg Middle School Media Center Lab. The camp will focus on digital photography, video and web building. The cost for this fun and educational camp is $25. Space is lim­ ited. The registration dead­ line is June 9. For more in­ formation rail the Commu­ nity Ed office at 795-3397. Call 945-9554 anytime to place your Sun & News ACTION-Ad & reach over 11,000 area homes! deeppy 40th * Jlbue, Paul, Ttyied. Mafuida and Pqan < V V y y * V CHERRY VALLEY DENTAL KEVIN VANDERHEIDE, D.D.S. 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Ml/May 27. 2003/Page 9 Caledonia schools, from page 7 • Noted that the annual school election will be held June 9. Two, four-year term school board positions will be voted on as part of that election process. Dennis At­ kinson, Bob Bergy and Steve Zoet were formally recognized as candidates for the two scats. • Recognized several re­ tiring Caledonia personnel for their many years of serv­ ice. Caledonia Middle School eighth grade science teacher Dan Dabakey is retiring af­ ter 34 years with the district. Dabakey is said to have been a very “hands-on” teacher. “Dan’s (science) class was an active room.” said Busman. “The kids had fun. He had fun.” Sharon Weaver is leaving Caledonia after 20 years with the district. Weaver has been with the CHS Student Services Cente.r particularly instrumental with external learning programs such as Career Pathways. Dutton Elementary Prin­ cipal Jerry Phillips com­ mented about two of his staff members retiring. Pat (Vaniterson) O’Connor has been with the district for 301/2 years. She has been with Dutton since 1986. Lois Price has been with Dutton since 1985. Price team-taught with Phillips her first year in the sixth grade when he was part-time principal: she being a substi­ tute for the whole year. In 1986, Price was hired as a district employee • Presented a Caledonia “C” to CHS student Janine Wilson in appreciation for her service. Wilson has been the Student Congress Repre­ sentative to the board for the 2002-03 school year. • Approved the resolution appointing election inspec­ tors for the June 9 regular school election. The election coordinator is Sharon Tarrien. She can be reached at the District Administration Building at 891-8185. The alternate inspector for the precincts will be Jane Wil­ liams. The election inspectors for Precinct #1 (Caledonia High School) are Joan John­ son (Chairperson), Shirley Alexander. Maureen Scobie, Lois Schantz and Pat Tho­ mas. The inspectors for Pre­ cinct #2 (Kettle Lake Ele­ mentary) are Deanna Hum­ phrey (Chairperson). Ruth Bolthouse. Gail Harig. Dorothy Merriman and Alyce Fredricks. The inspectors for Pre­ cinct #3 (Dutton Elemen­ tary) are Mary Jane Olthouse (Co-chair), Diane DeYoung (Co-chair). Garnet VanLaan. Lorraine Wal­ bridge. Rosemary Jordan and Jackie Cherry. • Approved the use of Aramark as the district’s food service management company for the 2003-04 school year. Board member Kristy Sherlund abstained from this particular vote. When asked later for her reasoning she explained that she just recently found out she has a cousin who works for Aramark.Though an ab­ stention is not necessarily required (each instance is specific in itself) it is gener­ ally customary for board members to abstain from voting on an issue when a family member is involved. It is recorded as an absten­ tion and essentially consid­ ered an acquiescence (com­ pliance) with the majority vote. 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For more information call Barry Expo Center, 616-945-2224 �Page 10/The Sun and News, MiddJeviUe Mi/May 27. 2003 Caledonia Middle School holds Career Day Carpenter Bill Buckner demonstrates the tools of the trade Children’s book author Shirley Neitzel is a favorite among many CMS students due to her previous ties as a Caledonia teacher Pennock HEALTH Health Careers Scholarship and Recruitment Open House Thursday, June 5, 2003 from 5-8 p.m. in the Pennock Hospital Conference Center Representatives from Grand Valley State University and Kellogg Community College will be in attendance. Take time to tour the Hospital and speak to representatives from a wide variety of hospital departments available to discuss current employment and scholarship opportunities, as well as requirements for various medical careers. Scholarship and Employment Applications available. Light refreshments will be served. For more information Call 269-948-3125 ■I Sgt. Robert Drumm and his crew, from the Grand Ledge Unit, was a favorite with CMS students. He’s talking here with CMS student Doug Tyler and substitute teacher Tim Soper. Drumm feels that the career day is a good way to reach the community about the military. by Cathy Rueter Staff Writer Caledonia Middle School held its annual Career Day Friday, May 9. and the turnout of presenters was varied and interesting, ranging from op­ erating room nurse to deputy sheriff, aerospace engineer to plumber. More than 45 presenters were on hand for the day, many of them returning from previous years. Pre­ senters disclosed such infor­ mation as the pros and cons of their profession, how they accomplish their job, salary ranges, expectations and educational requirements. Beth Simmons, Career Day Coordinator and Ken Demeuse, Career Day Pro­ gram host, both seemed pleased with the turnout; es­ pecially with the amount of returning presenters. Those giving talks and/or demon­ strations received a soft car­ rying bag with “Caledonia Middle School Career Day 2003” written on it as a thank you for participating. A point of interest for the day was a Black Hawk heli- Deputy Wayman from the Kent County Police De­ partment explains how patrol areas are set up within the Kent County area. copter “buzzing” over the not land the bird al the school. Though they could Continued next page i FREE i i MARKET mith iamond i ANALYSIS i _ — " SOUTH OFFICE i 8980 N. RODGERS DR., CALEDONIA, Ml i CAM PAU LAKE: i i JUST LISTED! i fiard-to-find property i on all sports lake. i Open floor plan, i main floor master I bedroom with bath, i i 1900 sq. ft. 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Mtddtevme Mi/May 27. 2003/Page 11 Loraine Facca is an operating room nurse as well as mom to a CMS sixth grade student The reactions depended on student's resistance to blood and sur­ gery CMS Career Day organizer Beth Simmons dis­ plays the bag that presenters received in apprecia­ tion for the time and effort they contributed to the day From previous page Zach VanVelson learns the tricks of the plumbing trade while learning to cut PVC piping. Sixth grade resource teacher Nancy Stepp looks a bit nervous about having her finger poked by pediat­ ric diabetic nurse Peggy Merrill. THORNAPPLE AREA ENRICHMENT FOUNDATION school, they made afcouple of fly-bys, which greatly im­ pressed students. Students choose from several categories of topics/de monst rat ion before the Career Day. They are then given the chance to at­ tend three presentations in­ cluding information, hand­ outs and in some cases first­ hand experience. More than 40 profession­ als from Caledonia and sur­ rounding areas gave their time and expertise, includ­ ing aerospace engineer Jerry Barofsky; EMT/firefighters Caledonia Fire Chief Brian Bennett. Bill Wilson, Joe Hammer and Scott Siler; author Shirley Neitzel; car­ penter William Buckner; oc­ cupational therapist Cynthia Grapczynski; medical tech­ nician Linda Goossen; geology-groundwater/DNR, Steve Buer; industrial con­ trol systems Doug Cramer; Dr. Richard Crissman; pilot Michael Davts; The Green Industry, Tonya Delnay; air traffic controller William Donohue; Sgt. Robert Drumm & Co.; operating room nurse Loraine Facca; media relations personnel Jamie Farber and ticket sales Steve McCarthy both from the West Michigan WhiteCaps. Other experts helping out were banker Tom Gibbons; plumber Dave Herrema: vet­ erinarian Bob Jackson; horse handler Sheryl Kim; archi­ tect Andy McCloud; meteor­ ologists Matt Kirkwood and George Wetzel; computer programmer, Suzanne Knight; probation officer Jean Lima; postal inspector/federal agent Patricia Locke; pediatric diabetes nurse Peggy Merrill; video production Flip Mullincr and Kim Stemisha; car body shop owner Ed Pawloski; business system analyst Jane Piccard; chiropractor Eric Jerry Barofsky, Aero Space Engineer, and father of Caledonia district students shows off a piece of equipment used in his profession. Seif; attorney Scott Sherlund; financial advisor Jim Sanford; industrial equip­ ment business owner Lavcm Smith; minister Greg Stauf­ fer; finance/accountant Bruce VanderHcide; engi­ neer Amanda VandePol; CD-Rom programmer Scott Wallace; Kent County Sher­ iff's Department deputies Wayman and Probst; civil engineer Randy Wilcox; De­ partment of Corrections nurse Lisa Wilkerson; regis­ tered nurses/OVSV School of Nursing. Sheila Hoag and Karen Dunlap and veterinar­ ian Charlene Wilson. For more information about CMS Career Day. call Caledonia Middle School at 891-8649 IT DOESN’T GET ANY BETTER THAN THIS! $3,000 Rebate +$1,750 Michigan Bonus Cash $250 Employee Rebate $5,000 Savings Trailblazers & Trailblazers Extended Christopher J. 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D^" S^£»«*««■ ^outa. Jottas. Ku~iufl Jbfcte. S^or, Sbtal. Jdmsoo HruArr 5®zn Kiwtafl ^XUra. Stacy ttairr^-rrp J>mta Wottzr Br~n AMnAcscr ^coU AW«ta«ii. £Mfy $<* &^ �Page 14/Tbe Sun and News, Mkkfievitie, Ml'May 27. 2003 Twp, planners OKI of 2 Steketee requests by Ruth Zachary Staff Writer The Caledonia Planning Commission heard two re­ quests by developer Jim Steketee to rezone parcels east of M-37 and recom­ mended one to the board May 19. However a second request to rczone a PUD on M-37 to C-2, General Business, was turned down. The first parcel will be rezoned from A. Agricultural and Commercial to R-3. Me­ dium Density Multiple Fam­ ily. It is located cast of Broadmoor Avenue. The area is already planned for R-3 in the master plan. Resident Charles Huss ex­ pressed concern over storm­ water planning, not wanting washouts to occur to the south of the development and down on Cherry Valley Avenue. Steketee said Exxel Engineering, the Department of Environmental Quality and drainage permits were already obtained, yet to be approved by the Kent County Drain Commission before moving ahead with excavation. 'The water will be re­ tained in the ravines, and at the rear of your properties. ... at the south east of the site' (and Husss property) Steketee said. He said the water would be retained and released slowly. A 50 foot strip off 76th Street, to provide an ease­ ment for water and sewer to service the development, will be bermed and land­ scaped with the utilities de­ partment. This would also include a walking trail for residents to the park planned across the street. Resident Bonney Bushee said she worries that this would encourage people coming on her property. Commission Chairman Archie Warner reminded citizens there would be an opportunity to take up such issues at the time of a site plan review. Commissioner Wally Bujak assured them he also takes drainage problems very seriously, and would look at the situation very closely. He asked attorney Jim Brown if it was possible to document the existing Call for Classifieds Phone 945-9554 or 1-800-870-7085 24 Hours a Day-7 Days a Week Reach over 11,000 area homes every week with a Sun & News Action-Ad! rate of flow of water from the site to use as a bench­ mark tool to verify future rates of water discharge in the watershed, so legal ac­ tion could be taken if needed. He wanted video­ tape to be available for evi­ dence if needed in court. Brown said with the new stormwater ordinance, docu­ mentation was to be pre­ pared and water discharge volumes evaluated by an en­ gineer as a part of the appli­ cation process. The ap­ proved application records volumes of water, measured in acre feet, to be detained to prevent any increase of wa­ ter flowing off the property. He said pictures would be helpful. Warner congratulated Steketee on his residential project and said he looked forward to a quality building project. He said the commis­ sion had the best interests of the township in mind. An existing PUD business park, on M-37. established in 1992 by Steketee, was re­ quested for rezoning to Ag and to C-2 and received sev­ eral comments by commis­ sioners before they moved not to recommend U. No public comment was of­ fered. Warner said a building in the PUD was a topic of con­ troversy. He asked Steketee if any changes had been made to the PUD in the in­ terim period until the pre­ sent, leading to the existing building. Steketee replied the build­ ing was built according to the approved plan specifica­ tions, approved by the build­ ing inspector, given an occu­ pancy permit, which he said should be in the township records. Beyond that, he said, "I have no comment." CHARTER TOWNSHIP OF CALEDONIA KENT COUNTY, MICHIGAN NOTICE OF ADOPTION OF ZONING ORDINANCE AMENDMENT AND SUMMARY OF THE REGULATORY EFFECT THEREOF PUBLIC NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that on May 22. 2003, the Township Clerk at the Charter Township ot Caledonia posted the following ordinance of the Charter Township of Caledonia, each of such ordinance being an amendment in the Zoning Ordinance of the Township • Ordinance to amend the Zoning Ordinance tor Agncuhural. Rural Residential. Low Density Single Famdy. Medium Density Single Family & Medium Density MUbpte Famity Distnct • Ordmance to amend the Zoning Ordnance tor Neighborhood Business General Business Light Industrial, and Industrial Ostncts • Ordnance to amend the Zoning Ordnance tor Special Land Uses •Ordnance to amend the Zoning Ordnance tor Definitions General Provisions & Site Condominiums • Ordnance to amend the Zoning Ordnance tor PUD Distnct Al of such ordnances were posted n the totowng places n the Charter Township of Caledonia. • Office of the derk Catedorva Charter Townsrw 250 South Maple Street. Caledonia. Mcfugan. • Caledonia Pnritmg Co . 9790 Cherry VaSey Avenue • Kettle Lake Elementary School. 8451 Garbow Dnve • Campau Comer 6785 Whaneyvde Avenue • Wrfcox Associates. 8180 Broadmoor Avenue • Fresh Start Cato 9866 Cherry VaBey Avenue The above stated ordnance was considered by the Catedona Charter Townstip Board on first reading at a pubbe meeting of the Township Board on May 21, 2003 This notice <s grven m accordance with Section 8 of the Charter Township Act and is authorized by a resolution adopted by me Caledonia Charter Townshp Board on January 15. 2003 Copies of the above stated ordnances may be examined or purchased at me office of me Township Clerk. Catedore Townsh^ 5 Wage Hal. 250 South Maple Street. Catedona. Mcf*gan Dated May 22. 2003 Township Board of the Charter Township of Caledonia Warner read from the original narrative and site plan details, ’the construc­ tion materials for buildings will be glass, brick, block and steel. Is that what is there now?" Steketee said the materi­ als included steel and stucco, a concrete product, but agreed there was no brick or block on the build­ ing. Warner also referred to berming which had been agreed to along M-37. which he said was no longer pre­ sent. Steketee said there is a berm on the north side, but when M-37 was widened, the PUD had lost 130 feet of frontage, with a berm which M-DOT had removed. Warner read from the nar­ rative again. 'The building shall have the type of con­ struction and general ap­ pearance shown on the pho­ tographic exhibits, submit­ ted by the applicant, at a public hearing on the final development plan." He showed the photos to Steketee, who implied he could not remember them from 1992. Warner said another stipulation for the PUD was that garage doors would be located on the rear side of the building, but there were none at the rear. Drainage by surface and underground storm sewers was said to have been com­ pleted, on the front and on the north side, existing in the blacktop, Steketee said. Commissioner Wally Bujak said the request to re­ zone a PUD, which included the existing building, seemed to him "in heading in this particular direction, we’re going right back to where we were with a previ­ ous request, and I don't see there’s going to be any reso­ lution without addressing this particular building that seems to keep coming up for discussion. I don't know how to resolve this problem. "We have been given a recommendation for denial by our township planner on this. In the best interest of the township, it would not make sense for this planning commission to support this request to rezone the PUD to business commercial. It ap­ pears the request to do so may be an attempt by the applicant to circumvent the concerns the township al­ ready has with the existing PUD. Bujak concluded he could not support the re­ quest. He said he was not opposed to the original con­ cept of the plan, but was concerned over this ap­ proach. Steketee said. “The build­ ing has set there since ’91... if there was such a concern for Caledonia Township, we’ve seen no letters from an administrator in that time., nothing. If there one sent I would like to have someone show me.’ Warner said. "Im not aware of a statute of limita­ tions on this, as to the obli­ gation of a developer to con­ form to the PUD that he agreed to." Brown said there was no limitation on the compliance requirements of the PUD. Duane Gunnink said. "You have had your use for a PUD when you got that approval, and have lived with that use, and now if we change the use... change it to commercial. I don't under­ stand your reasoning for it." Steketee said it would al­ low use of the rest of the land on the PUD. He said the remainder of the land would not allow business use. After the state Iwk a portion of land, about four acres, off the front of the original PUD of 11 acres, he estimated six acres re­ mained. with a detention pond to the north. He said he would like to move forward on four or five of those acres to the south. "The part of the plan we have an impasse on is that as the project at the rear would progress, most likely, that building would be most valuable to us to remodel or to remove the building. By rezoning the rear, that gives us the OK to move forward on the project that we have worked on for a two-year period, and we would like to move forward on that. "You know where we stand, but nothing's carved in stone. If you have a sug­ gestion of how you would like to see us do it, besides removing a building, that is basically a developer's 401 K, you can’t ask us to take that kind of income and dump it down the tube... 1 can't go along with that. That's not even a logical re­ quest to take a man's in­ come. Those buildings bring some pretty good income, gentlemen," Steketee stressed. "You have had income from the building for 12 years with a non-conforming use," Warner said. "I’m not asking you to take the build­ ing out, but I think when you have an agreement with the township, that you will comply with certain ele­ ments you put your name to, the promise ought to be kept. If that building was brought up to the standards in the 1992 agreement. I would support the rezoning of the property " Warner said a vote should be taken. Brown said it was possi­ ble to rezone a PUD. though it was unusual, and had never been done before tn Caledonia. Warner said it would not be a negative precedent to rczone. “but we have to send a message as to whether we are going to allow a devel­ oper to not follow his PUD or whether we will accept whatever the developers give us." He was not in sup­ port of rezoning part of the PUD. A meeting between the township manager, the su­ pervisor and the developer was alluded to, with a sug­ gestion to follow the High­ way Commctcial zoning, but Steketee said he could not divulge that information. Commissioner Lett.am Van Laar moved to recom­ mend lhe board deny the re­ quest. All present concurred Resident Richard Jones commented that since the building had been allowed Io continue being used as it is since 1992. why wait until 2003 to say anything. "I don't think it speaks too well of a governing body to let something like this slide by." He said Steketee had "al­ ways had the interest of Caledonia in mind and al­ ways had a first quality de­ velopment.... top drawer. "Maybe we arc behind the times. Maybe we need Io be more flexible. I don't want to see anything go up in Caledonia that's going Io be something we would proba­ bly regret in the future." Van Laar suggested changes in boards over the years may have resulted in things falling through the cracks. VanLaar said after the township and developer had agreed on certain standards, she had a problem with the builder not following through on his part, and hopefully this board would hold to the standard. Jones said he commended the commission for achiev­ ing a lot of changes, like re­ moval of a vacant house. In other business, com­ missioners also; • Approved a site plan re­ view for construction of a building on lot 1 in South­ belt Industrial Park on M- Continued next page GREAT BASEBALL GREAT FANS. GREAT FUN. BATTLE CREEK YANKEES CATCH THE YANKS MAY 26-29 MAY 29 - BOBBLE HEAD DOLLS Check out weekly events • Group rates See the stars of tomorrow play today at C O Brown Stadium www.tKJttlecreekyankees.com • 269.660.22S? �The Sun and News. Middleville. Ml May 27. 2003/Page 15 Wiaje and drainage' erodes faith in storm water management by Ruth Zachary Staff Writer Caledonia Township Board Trustee Richard Rob­ ertson Wednesday night night touched off a debate by bring up concerns over flooding from poor storm water management. Robertson said recently. "Wc had another of our semi-annual 25-year rain events." He referenced a low area on the Fitzsimmons property, off Kraft and John­ son streets, which the board had been assured had been drained, dried out and taken care of. Robertson said, "You can go by there now and sec it's a swamp. Work needs to be done. A culvert's got a prob­ lem, but my sense of it is that's not the entire problem. I think the township is going to have to belly up to some responsibility in getting that drain to work. "On the same topic of rainagc and drainage, the property at 76th and Cherry Valley used to have trees, now clear cut, now it's dirt... I went by there shortly after the rain and the silt fences were completely over­ whelmed. Water at the base of that backfill stood over the height of that silt fence, so it had to be two feet deep right there, and all muddy and running through the property Tm not sure how that can be enforced... the purpose of the containment is not being met. "A block to the east at 76th and Cherry Valley... every time it rains, (the Rittenberg’s) pond becomes a basin for all the develop­ ment that occurred on Cherry Valley. What used to be a 10 foot deep pond you can walk across because its all full of silt. Something needs to be done. "1 would like to encour­ age our board to consider taking it up with the people who developed those prop­ erties." Supervisor Bryan Harri­ son said Engineer Randy Wilcox has visited those sites and has been working on these problems. With few reports or corre­ spondence, the board dis­ pensed with several other business items in record time at the second May busi­ ness meeting: • Robertson commented on a recent decision by the developer of the Garden Grove project southeast of 100th and M-37. not to go ahead. "What implications does that have on the consent judgment? How are future purchasers of that property obligated under the terms and how is that element to be satisfied? What is the im­ plication on our efforts to take water to 100th Street, given that was part of what was supposed to happen?" Harrison said his under­ standing was that the agree­ ment would go with the property. Taking water there, or any utilities any­ where is the board's deci­ sion. he said. • The board on May 21 approved phases 8 and 9 of Jasonville Farms off Cherry Valley and 84th Street, to be developed in single-family homes. Planner Dave Zylstra said the Planning Commission recommended tentative pre- The First Companies pro­ ject had been modified from a previous presentation for a metal faced building, which commissioners requested be made more interesting on the side facing 68th Street. Commissioners had asked for more changes than those made. Warner had asked for ma­ sonry to match existing ma­ terials on the office area of the building, but the expense of additional improved ma­ terials was a limiting factor for the owner, the applicant said. He said working with a vertical break in the wall made designing the change structurally problematic. About 50 percent of the ma­ terials had been redesigned to create a more aesthetic Quail rv work al competitive prices Senior Citizen Discounts of the construction. • The board discussed the method of payment by the township to the village for the water termination agree­ ment, which was to be in cash, but this still remained to be specified in the legal document. Trustee Richard Robertson pointed out. Utili­ ties Administrator Rich Pier­ son said the language would be adjusted. This was fol­ lowed by approval of the utilities report. • The board approved $1,000 be paid for purchases and expenses for the Inde­ pendence Day celebration. The amount is an increase over the $750 paid in the past, and is matched by the village. The purchases in­ clude fireworks, law en­ forcement. insurance, etc. • It approved a permit for the roadside sale of fire­ works at J AS Auto. The ac­ tivity is regulated at the state level and does not require monitoring by the township. The same business has con­ ducted a fireworks stand for several years. • Trustee Bill Bravata an­ nounced recent efforts for a joint operating agreement were being worked out be­ tween several township fire departments. Several mem­ bers made a presentation at a meeting held in Gaines Township on May 13. he said. A presentation on the agreement will be made at a future township board meet­ ing. with consideration for approval. • Clerk Pat Snyder com­ mented the notice for a zon­ ing administrator had gone out to law enforcement agencies, but she said the opportunity should be made available to young planners leaving college as well. She said allowing people who are acquainted with zoning See storm water, page 17 REGULAR SCHOOL ELECTION NOTICE OF REGULAR ELECTION OF THE ELECTORS OF THORNAPPLE KELLOGG SCHOOL BARRY, ALLEGAN, KENT AND IONIA COUNTIES, MICHIGAN TO BE HELD JUNE 9, 2003 TO THE ELECTORS OF THE SCHOOL DISTRICT Please take notice that the regular election of the school district will be held on Monday, June 9. 2003. From previous page 37. liminary approval of both phases by the board. The phase 8 area of Ja­ sonville includes lots 165 184 (20 lots) and phase 9 in­ cludes lots 185-209 (25 lots). Lots 194-196 phase 9 had been redrawn on the plan presented, to adjust the width to depth ratio. Zylstra said. It includes an area of Ja­ sonville, which had been mined at one time. That area will be cleaned up as a part look to the facade of the building. The side carried the general character of the front to the 68th Street side, he said. Chairman Wally Bujak had hoped also for some structural changes that were not included in the new ver­ sion, but said the revisions met the minimum asked for. He said landscaping planned would also have a softening effect. • Commissioners recom­ mended after a public hear­ ing with no comment, that the Township Board ap­ prove zoning ordinance chapters pertaining to Agri­ cultural, Rural Residential, R-l, (Residential.) R-2, R-3, Flood Plain, C-l, (Commer­ cial) C-2, C-3, 1-1, (Indus­ trial) 1-2, Special Land Uses. Written Labor Warrants Licensed and Insured RESIDENTIAL ROOFING SPECIALIST Tear-offs & Re-roofs ALL STAR ROOFING Call us for a free Professional Estimate ________ (616) 877-4253 Definitions. General Provi­ sions and Site Condomini­ ums. Bujak made the mo­ tion. Warner commented "It was a titanic effort by ail in­ volved, and it ends about one and a half year of very difficult hard work. I ap­ plaud the commissioners... coming to consensus on these... A job well done." VanLaar said "I've been very impressed with the hard work and with the pro­ fessional way people go about this job. with Mr. (Township Manager Dave) Zylstra and Jim Brown. It's been very much of a learn­ ing experience for me and I have a great appreciation for what docs go on." Gunnink concurred. "I think the commission has deepened its heartfelt con­ cern for this township as we re-worked the ordinance." Warner thanked Zylstra, Brown and the commission­ ers for the effort and hard work put into drafting the zoning ordinance revisions. He said it was a quality document that speaks for it­ self. THE POLLS OF ELECTION WILL OPEN AT 7 O’CLOCK IN THE MORNING AND CLOSE AT 8 O'CLOCK IN THE EVENING. At the regular school election there will be elected two (2) members to the board of education of the district for full terms of four (4) years ending in 2007 THE FOLLOWING PERSONS HAVE BEEN NOMINATED TO FILL SUCH VACANCIES: James A Nelson Tom Ward Martin P Wenger Write-in candidates must file a Declaration of Intent on or before 4 pm Friday, June 6, 2003 GRAND RAPIDS COMMUNITY COLLEGE REGULAR BIENNIAL ELECTION PLEASE TAKE FURTHER NOTICE that the Regular Biennial Election of Grand Rapid* Community College, Michigan, will be held at the same time and at the same voting places as the regular school election on Monday, June 9, 2003, and will be conducted by the same school officials for those electors of the Community College District residing in this school district At the Regular Biennial Election there will be elected three (3) members for the office of Community College District Trustee for full terms of six (6) years ending June 30, 2009 THE FOLLOWING PERSONS HAVE BEEN NOMINATED TO FILL SUCH VACANCIES: SIX YEAR TERMS (VOTE FOR NOT MORE THAN 3) Ellen M James Gary P Schenk Richard W Verburg Wnte-in candidates must file a Declaration of Intent on or before 4 p m Friday, June 6, 2003 THE VOTING PLACES ARE AS FOLLOWS: PRECINCT NO. 1 Voting Ptace: Thomappte Kellogg High School. MiddlevMIe, Michigan The first precinct consists of all the territory of the School District, including Precinct »2 of Irving Township, except the Townships of Cartton. Bowne. Campbell and Precnct »1 of Irving Township Voting Place: PRECINCT NO. 2 Freeport Village Hail, Freeport, Michigan The second precinct consists of the Townships of Carlton. Bowne. Campbell and Precinct »1 of Irving Township, located within the School District ' Ail school electors who are registered wrth the city or township clerk of the city or township m which they reside are eiigtoie to vote at this election This Notice is given by order of the board of education KimA$£ttfi£k Secretary Board of Education �Page 16/The Sun and News. M»dd»eviHe Ml/May 27. 2003 Village continues negotiation lor Kinsey Street development by Ruth Zachary Staff Writer A Village Planning Com­ mission workshop with de­ veloper Bob Tol kept nego­ tiations going on modifying the initial plan for the PUD development, but produced no vote on any proposal. The Commission May 6 fielded comments from vil­ lage residents over the con­ troversial plan proposed by Wesleyan Associates to be built between Kinsey and 100th Street. Tol said if zoned for R-2 , a subsequent rczoning from R-2 to a Planned Unit Development (PUD) would be asked for, with a housing density of about 3.45 units per acre, a total of 116 single-family homes and 24 two-family condo units. Many citizens present on May 20 were allowed to press their views in a town meeting format, resulting in a lengthy session. Many citizens thought they had no chance to be in­ volved in the earlier master planning process, which now would affect their com­ munity. in spite of the exten­ sive publication and report­ ing. Some asked to be noti­ fied by mail in future on matters which affected zon­ ing around them. Some commissioners seemed to believe develop­ ment is inevitable, but at what density and with what rate and quality of develop­ ment was undetermined. During the third hour, commissioners asked the de­ veloper to : 1. Revise the plan to move denser housing near the south (100th Street) to the north part of the layout, with lots of the same aver­ age size. 2. Plan for rezoning from Ag to R-2 in a PUD with en­ trances off Kinsey and gated emergency access to 100th Street. The revised proposal is to be brought back on June 3. Commissioner Bill Neilly implored citizens to be more involved in public meetings, and to take part in commu­ nity discussions. Some residents com­ plained that some officials* attitudes toward citizen comments was disrespectful, which discouraged public participation. Land For Sale: Lowell/Caledonia Schools. 2+ acres per lot, 4 to choose from. $36,000 - $46,000 Call (616) 868-0965 The main issues emerging out of discussion included: • Density. One major ob­ jection by residents was over the proposed density, with related impacts on pub­ lic utilities, traffic and aes­ thetics. Resident Stephen Duren said people opposed to high density felt it would diminish the overall rural character and life quality of the village. The master plan would al­ low future development as R-2. R-l zoning was dis­ cussed. which would allow 60 to 70 homes on the par­ cel. No decision was made as to whether R-l or R-2 zoning would be considered on May 20. Commissioner Nick Unger favored rezon­ ing the parcel for R-l. Tol said he could not de­ velop the project if R-l was asked for, and someone else would have to build it. Tol said the basic concept was to offer small affordable hous­ ing to small families and senior citizens. It was said that with infrastructure costs, land costs, excavation, etc., and with the current de­ mand or market, this was what a buyer could afford. Even this would take four to five years for all phases be fully developed. Commissioner Sharon Mortenson suggested that if zoned for R-l, and if no one could afford to build or buy such homes, the area would remain as open space. Tol said development was inevitable and even those homes on 10-acre agricul­ tural lots would one day be divided, and would not re­ main an island forever. He said they had done pretty well within the R-2 zoning, which could have al­ lowed 137 lots, but had yielded only 116. Resident Victoria Pea­ body disagreed that develop­ ment is inevitable, or that officials had no choice about if or how it would be zoned. “This land, once you pave it and develop it, you can't Ifs Basic Math: Plant w x Service Friendly S&> Market $ Greenhouse! undo it.’ She begged the commissioners to save the agricultural land in the vil­ lage. She pointed out it had taken 150 years to build 43 homes around the original Kinsey home, and now a de­ veloper wants to put in 116 more houses within four or five years. She said allowing this kind of growth would result in a shock to the com­ munity. Commissioner Steve Gil­ bert said he felt it could be possible to make the wrong choice, and the right deci­ sion now was very impor­ tant. "It's a gamble." he said. Jim Reminga, a civil engi­ neer associated with the Na­ ture Conservancy, said. "Only you and the village council can zone the land... you are in total control." Others clearly stated vil­ lagers did not want to see R2 density. Susan Berencsi said the developer couldn't go with 80 homes, "Eighty homes, I wouldn't like, but 1 would live with," she said. She held to the hope some­ one else out there would be willing to compromise. Commissioner Bill Neilly argued that people could not continue putting one house on two acres and still have any ag land left in the com­ munity, and said M-6 would bring 35,000 people to the area in five years. "The better zoning deci­ sion" was sought by Karen Wells, who asked, "Do you have 100 families going in on 38 acres, or do you have 100 families on 200 to 500 acres?" Commissioner Scott Wil­ liamson agreed the lots would not sell if only $300,000 homes were planned for. He advocated finding a balance, which might offer a transition be­ tween the ag areas and R-2. Mortenson asked why all the lots had to be the same size, and why a combination of sizes couldn't be consid­ ered to meet several buyer needs. Tol suggested the uniform small size of lots was driven by the market. Susan Berencsi argued that Glen Valley represented a lesser density than previ­ ous proposals for the area. Planning Consultant Mark Sisson stressed the PUD proposal did not produce a particular density by right, as Tol had suggested, but as a bonus for creating open space while meeting the maximum density for the underlying zoning, which under the master plan would be R-2. It was pointed out that the master plan is only a guideline. Sisson advocated working on a layout and design that would meet market demands to result in some open space where the commissioners wanted it for the good of the village as a whole. • Transitional areas of less density were asked for by all contiguous neighbors, espe­ cially those living along 100th Street, where many pre-existing homes are zoned agricultural with larger lots. Reminga spoke on behalf of a concept which would preserve old tree lines, offer a transitional density and compatibility with surround­ ing homes. Commissioner Gilbert suggested using the planned open space near the perime­ ter of the project to create a buffer, with housing clus­ tered to the center or north part of the project. But he did not favor condos, based on there already being oth­ ers in the village. When suggestions were made by Commissioner Karen Wells and others, to move open space to the south of the project, and move concentrations to the north, replacing other open space, this was considered. Some expressed concern there was a greater effort be­ ing made to satisfy the resi­ dents along 100th, but other neighbor requests were be­ ing ignored. Some neighbors See us for color copies, one-hour photo processing and all your printing needs. Just Say AH • Baskets • Annuals • Plants • Perennials • Vegetables • Smiles • Advice • Fun HUGE VERBENA SALE 4” Pot ‘Its not exactly rocket science' Buy 1 Get 1 FREE S&S Farm Market and GREENHOUSE on M-37 between Middleville & Hastings H £ (269) 795 9758 HOURS Mon.-Sat.. 9am-8pm Sun. 12 nooo-Spm said they did not want to live next to R-2 zoning and was not the choice they made when they moved there. It was pointed out people can't dictate the develop­ ment of property if they don't own it. Berencsi said the rights of pre-existing owners who base residential choices on certain conditions and com­ patibility with surrounding uses should be respected. She said neighbors on 100th had asked to buy some of the property, but were told ow ner Kooiker did not want to sell it in chunks The assumption that the land was worth a certain amount, (suggested to be over $1 million) was con­ tested. because the assess­ ment was based on the higher density zoning If zoning density was de­ creased. the land owners projected development v aluc would also decrease and would not be worth what some developers would be willing to pay for it. • Senior housing. Appar­ ently earlier requests for a senior housing development or elder care facility are not in the works, unless some­ one qualified to build such a facility approaches the de­ veloper to buy a portion of the land with that in mind. Arlin Mass and Son. a de­ veloper of several retirement homes, elder care homes and retirement villages, at­ tended the meeting, to see if an option could be explored, but no specific efforts were made in that direction. It was established that Garden Grove, located at 100th and M-37 also will not be building such a facil­ ity, unless an interested qualified builder undertakes such a project. 1351 N. M-43 Hwy., Hastings. Al the gray barn Meet Dr. Jennifer Battiste, primary care physician, along with life long Caledonia resident Leon VanderLaan, PA-C, at the Caledonia Office of Advantage Health Vanderlaan look forward tomi^^i you and providing you and^Bk family with personal, compri ^nsive health care services. Accepting new patients 1-866-913-8850 or 891-2503 Accepting most major insurances men's & women's obstetrics - kids & tee^ PHYSICIANS 9090 South Rogers Ct., Caledonia, Ml ~ www.advantagehealth.org �The Sun and News. Middleville. Ml/May 27. 2003/Page 17 Two TK 8th-graders are talent search finalists by Patricia Johns Staff Writer Sam Scholtens and Jacob Lenartz, eighth-graders at Thornapple Kellogg Middle School, are in the top 200 students in the Mid West Talent Search. About 8,000 students par­ ticipated this year in the pro­ gram, which evaluates stu­ dents on their scores on the SAT and ACT tests. Assistant Superintendent Patricia Koeze announced that these students were honored at a dinner recently at Michigan State Univer­ sity. Parents will be meeting to help encourage more par­ ents to have students partici­ pate. The board members also asked that information about this and other pro­ grams be posted on the web site for parents. Superintendent Kevin Konarska announced that the district is finishing as­ sessing students for the Young Fives program. Par­ ents who would like more information about the rein­ Storm water, continued from page 15 issues would be as good as those from law enforcement. Supervisor Bryan Harri­ son said the openings had been posted on a Michigan Townships Asspociation web site. • Robertson commented he had noticed plantings in the median of M-37 near 52nd Street, and wanted to know how they came to be there, who had paid for them, and how to do some­ thing similar in Caledonia's section of the divided high­ way. • A trial web page is still being launched with the hope of getting public feed­ back. Trustee Bill Bravata said the site is being made as user friendly as possible and encouraged residents to contact the address and give input. Information is still be­ ing added to the site, for ex­ ample, all the steps to take for someone wanting to build a house, who to con­ tact, etc. The address is: httpi/www addorioxom/cale doniatwp. • Resident Don Micsen said he has an offer to pick up 20 cell phones to be re­ programmed for use by sen­ ior citizens and other per­ sons in need. This will help toward his commitment to collect 100 such phones to contribute to the township program. On March 26. the board approved a senior cell phone program that would enable seniors or other people with particular special needs to trade in old cell phone equipment for non-subscribcr phones equipped with a 911 signal. Other groups in need of 911 service also might be eligible, such as battered women, for instance. These phones may be used by people for limited use for 911 service, such as when traveling. They would become the user’s property. The used equipment and battery chargers arc hoped to be brought in for ex­ change. Some of this old equipment may be repro­ grammed. Miescn encouraged other residents to come forward with donations, to be deliv­ ered to the township office. "If we can get ten people to use them and we save one life, we have made Caledo­ nia a better place to live," he said. Bravata asked Miesen to work with the fire chief on the plan. The phone program could be included as a part of an effort for citizen safety education, he said. Anyone feeling they are in need of this program can apply at the township office in Caledonia. The phone is 891-0070. solution of testing for entry into kindergarten should call McFall The board finished the last two chapters of the board policy document, go­ ing over it line by line. Some questions were raised and these and questions from the other chapters will be answered before the sec­ ond reading of the policy at the June 16 Board of Educa­ tion meeting. Once the policy changes are approved, the policy document will be available to review over the Internet. The superintendent then will work on the guidelines document that will imple­ ment the policy. Konarska announced that in addition to a special meet­ ing on May 29 at 7:30 p.m. in the TK School and Com­ munity Library are other up­ coming dates in May and early June for board mem­ bers to be aware of. The Alternative Educa­ tion graduation is Wednes­ day. May 28, at 7 p.m. in the high school auditorium. Senior honors is on Frida). May 30,m at 12:30 p.m. Graduation is on Sunday, June 1 at 3 p.m. in the foot­ ball stadium, weather per­ mitting. And finally, the re­ ception for district retirees will be on Monday. June 2. from 2:45 to 4:45 p.m. )\in the middle school cafeteria. Call 945-9554 to place your Sun 4 News ACnON-M Some things are meant to be a certain way... Like insurance from Pioneer State Mutual. • Comprehensive coverage for homes and vehicles • Discounts for insuring both your home and car. • Quick claims response and sound advice It's the way insurance should be. STAUFFER A WIGGERS INSURANCE AGENCY 612 E. 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June 6 to guarantee a TIf a girl is planning on shirt. trying out in the fall, for a The camp for girls’ who varsity. JV, or freshmen will be beginning a grade spot, it is crucial that she at­ between fifth and eighth tend. next fall will be from June 23 through June 27 at TKHS The cost is $50 and in­ cludes a T-shirt, a game ball, shorts, and lunches A $25 deposit is re­ quested with the camper's registration form to be re­ turned by Friday. June 13. The remaining balance can be brought in the first day of the camp. Monday. June 23. The third and fourth grade camp will be held June 23 through June 26 at Page Ele­ See us for color copies, one-hour photo processing and all your printing needs. mentary. The $30 entry fee in­ cluded a camp T-shirt camp ball, and daily refreshments. Pre-register by June 13 to guarantee a T-shirt. Any questions regarding any of the three camps can be directed to TK varsity girls' coach March Uyl at 795-7599. k 1351 N. M43 Hwy., 1 Hastings. 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As stated in the board agenda. “The board may not adopt its proposed 2003-04 budget until after the public hearing. A copy of the pro­ posed budget, including the proposed property tax mil­ lage rate, is available for public inspection during normal business hours at the Administration Building. The property tax millage From Our Readers Local Citizens Speak Out On Issues Caledonia developers have gone too far Dear sirs: Il is widely accepted that Caledonia developers have petitioned local politicos with some success in pro­ moting their personal agen­ das in zoning changes nd in the receiving of utilities to their developments, financed on the backs of taxpayers and property owners. Coffee shops scuttlebutt claims a consortium of local developers have financed detailed psychological pro files of local boards and councils, with the obvious intent Io take advantage of perceived character defi­ ciencies to promote their own agendas. If the quota­ tions from the reports bandied about at local coffee shop round table arc true, these professionals arc not only very thorough, but their observations hit to close to home. So close, in fact, that this writer hopes they never come before public review. There have been rumors of similar occurrences in past years Reprehensible as it sounds, it is no wonder developers are spending thousands of dollars on such psycho- phenomena. Few realize the dollar value of even a small development such as one recently pro­ posed in Caledonia Village, involving almost $25 mil­ lion in gross sales. With their huge invest ments and proportionate risk, developers can easily justify their expenditure on such forensic investigations. But how can they morally justify their obvious intent to take unfair advantage of the moral and psychological weaknesses of our officials? Employers in hiring for higher level professional positions commonly com­ mission such investigations. But if the intent of a report is to use content to construct carefully targeted influences of public servants in any form, and to use perceived character weaknesses to gain advantage, is this not a clas­ sic definition of corruption? Gathering this type of infor­ mation in a commercial environment is called indus­ trial espionage. When com­ mercial entities use this type of information to influence government officials, my dictionary calls this subver­ sion. illegal at any level of government. Can we absolutely trust our public officials to be able to resist offers to prof­ fered boons carefully engi­ neered by professionals? How well could any of us resist an approach designed by professionals who have closely studied an individual psyche in depth, and possi­ bly that of family members? Certainly our kcal offi­ cials have enough divisive pressure on them without subjecting them to what is effectively psychological warfare. I strongly suggest developers rethink their methods. The “good old boy” network is already entirely too effective without buoying it up with modem psycho-technology. Clarence Slaughter, Caledonia CALEDONIA TOWNSHIP BOARD MEETING May 21, 2003 Present Harrison, Snyder. Bravata. Bujak. Robertson and Stauffer Absent Cardwell Also Present Planner/Mana ger Zyfstra. Deputy Clerk Palmer. Utilities Administrator Pierson and several citizens Supervisor Harrison called the regular Caledonia Township meeting to order at 7:03 p.m Supervisor Harn son led the Pledge and Invocation. CdNSIDERATION OF THE AGENDA: Moved Hanson sec­ ond Snyder to add 10B ■ Caledonia independence Day Committee F ireworks and Insurance Ayes AM MOTION CARRIED. Moved Harnson. second Bravata to add 10C permit to have possession ot fireworks Ayes AU MOTION CARRIED. PUBLIC COMMENT: None CONSENT AGENDA; Moved Stautter second Snyder to approve the consent agenda minus ttem 10F - unities report Ayes All MOTION CARRIED Pierson discussed the utilities report Moved Harnson. second Bravata to approve the utilities report. Ayes All MOTION CAR­ RIED. INQUIRY OF CONFLICT OF INTEREST: None REPORT FROM BOARD OFFICERS AND STAFF: None CORRESPONDENCE: None TENTATIVE APPROVAL OF PRELIMINARY PLAT JASONVILLE FARMS PHASES 8 & 9: Moved Stauffer second Bravata to approve the resoiu bon granting tentative approval of the preliminary plat Jasonville Farms phase 8 Roll call vote Ayes All MOTION CARRIED. Moved Stauffer sec­ ond Bravata to approve the res­ olution granting tentative approval ot the preliminary plat Jasonvdie Farms phase 9 Ron call vote Ayes AM MOTION CARRIED CALEDONIA INDEPEN­ DENCE DAY COMMITTEE FIREWORKS & INSURANCE. Moved Stauffer, second Bravata to approve me purchase of Over Your Head Di Debt? LIQUIDATION—REORGANIZATION Bankruptcy Stop in for FREE Bankruptcy informational brochure. Michael J. McPhillips 945-3512 Evening Appointments Available $1000.00 worth of fireworks. Ayes All MOTION CARRIED. PERMIT FOR POSSESSION OF FIREWORKS: Moved Stauffer, second Snyder to approve a permit for possession of fireworks from Family Fireworks Ayes All MOTION CARRIED BOARD COMMENTS: Bravata discussed the presenta­ tion given by the Fire Department regarding the Joint Operating Agreement Bravata Will be bringing a presentation to the board Snyder discussed receiving a sum of money for the Mumford Trust. She also dis­ cussed the Zonog Administrator position, and her wanting to see a planner rather than a police officer Robertson discussed the drainage issues n the Township He would bke to see a solution to the property located at Cherry vaftey and 76th St He also dis­ cussed tne plantings m the medan of M-37 because ho wcxAd kko to see the same hap­ pen Catodona He Questioned *w Gordon Grove Project and the Consent Judgment it the property is so*d Bu^ak Ques­ tioned me website Bujak requested toe kre department to grve a montoty report PUBLIC COMMENT (EXTENDED) Don Miesen of 7081 Cherry VMey Ave donated anctoer ce* phono ADJOURNMENT: Moved Harnson. second Bravata to adjourn Ayes AM MOTION CARRIED Patnoa Snyder, C^edoraa Townshp Oork (310) rate proposed to be levied to support the proposed budget will be a subject of this hearing.” • Approved personnel changes, including an exten­ sion to a leave of absence for Renee Snow (bus driver) and Jon Pelletier (custo­ dian); a leave of absence for Connie Brooks (bus driver) and Michelle Ehrhardt (ele­ mentary teacher): plus a transfer from custodial aide to Class 1 custodian for Brenda Jones. They also accepted resig­ nations from Daw n Babcock (bus driver), Mark Johnson (varsity volleyball coach) and Kate Selke (ninth grade boys’ soccer coach). Though the resignations of Superintendent Douglas Busman and Athletic Direc­ tor David Price were re­ ported in the Sun and News earlier, the board formally accepted these resignations at the meeting. Busman had originally planned to leave just prior to the term begin­ ning at Grand Valley State University, where he is taking a teaching position, but after talking with the board and Board President Bergy, Busman’s last day with the Caledonia District is scheduled for June 30. “We felt that Doug needed to get on with his new position,” said Bergy. “And he felt that we needed to also.” The plans/process for se­ lecting a new superintendent are under way. • Board member Bill Har­ rison commented about what Busman had achieved in the district. “I feel it’s important that we recognize the quality that (Busman) is,” said Har­ rison. “Three words come to mind. Vitality [as being tireless]... Value or integrity [not always doing what is popular, but what he felt was right]...and Vision [the ideas and implementation that Busman brought to the district]. He is an intellectual that can put things into prac­ tice. He is highly respected around this county, but more importantly in this commu­ nity.” “I came here (to Caledo­ nia) looking for a commu­ nity and I found it,” said Busman. (Being Superinten­ dent has) been a dream job for me. It’s been everything and more.' • Heard a recommenda­ tion by Busman about a new course at Caledonia High School, sports medicine. Materials will be on display in the board office until the next regular monthly meet­ ing June 17. • In her CHS report Stu­ dent Congress Representa­ tive Janine Wilson an­ nounced that her successor for next year will be Brit­ tany Box. Wilson also said that she really enjoyed her time with the board this past school year. “It’s reassuring to see so many interested in the well being of the school and (the students ’) welfare,” she said. • Awarded four bids total­ ing $314,880.00 for technol­ ogy infrastructure for the re­ placement high school to continue work at the school. LAN cabling was awarded to Professional Communication Services for S183333.Video cabling was awarded to Professional Communication Services in the amount of $13,985. Zone paging was awarded to Central Interconnect in the amount of $37,172. Digital clocks was also awarded to Central Intercon­ nect for $80,390. Harrison asked if this was the lowest bid for the serv­ ices. District Business Man­ ager Judi Dean said it was not and explained why. “We did not accept the lowest (bid package) for the LAN cabling because a post bid analysis (re­ vealed) that the (lowest bid) vendor had only been in business for five years. They have never had this large of a contract before and they only have five full-time em­ ployees.” WithvVideo cabling the lowest bid was not accepted either because it was with the same company. Though Central Intercon­ nect originally looked higher for the zone paging, “upon investigation it truly was the lowest bid. When we com- pared the number of units that need to be installed in the building, the lowest bid­ der had not bid the appropri­ ate number of units there­ fore. their per unit cost was much greater than Central Interconnects.” Because it was felt that there would be a tremendous efficiency in having all of the clocks in the district be the same type, they were specified to match. This is so that personnel doesn’t have to be trained on several different types of clocks and only one company would be needed to service the clocks. This reduced the amount of bids available. When it was mentioned that some of the bids were for wireless, but funds are planned for hard wiring of the school, board member Robert Lillie asked for clari­ fication as to if and why the two are necessary. Board member Dennis Atkinson, a member of the building committee, explained that “wireless doesn’t support all the technology." At present the school will not be able to go completely away from being hardwired but the number of drops will be re-, duccd. Elizabeth (Christie) Schriemer CALEDONIA Elizabeth (Christie) Schriemer. age 78, died suddenly Saturday afternoon. May I0, 2003, departing this world for a home in Heaven. "The righteous will flourish like a palm tree; they will grow like a cedar of Lebanon; planted in the house of the Lord, they will flourish in the courts of our God. They will still bear fruit in old age; they will stay fresh and green." Psalm 92:12-14 Elizabeth Christie was bom September 23, 1924 in West New York, New Jersey, the seventh child of her Scots-Irish immigrant parents. She attended Hope College where she developed her outstanding musical gifts and met her husband, Don Schriemer. They were married December 24, 1947. They had four children. James, Dale, Christie and David whom they raised with grace and w isdom. Betty's love and musical skills were evident to all. Her ability to adapt to different phases of life was remarkable. She became a wonderful mother and later completed her college degree. She reinvigorated her musical abilities after her children were older, singing with her son Dale and directing the choir at Alaska Baptist Church for over ten years. She encouraged many people to develop a love for God and music. In retirement, she became an artist and remained an accomplished pianist. She took great joy in all of her grandchildren and great-grandchildren, encouraging (hem in their faith. Every Christmas her grandchildren shared their musical accomplishments as part of the celebration and she applauded each one. On the day of her sudden death she spoke death she spoke at a mother-daughter luncheon at Whitneyvillc Bible Church, where she worshipped and referenced the Psalm above. She truly flourished and bore fruit. She will be sorely missed by her husband, Don and her children, James (Lois) Schriemer, Dale (Mary Witte) Schriemer, Christie (Mark) Kolk and David (Paula) Schriemer and her grandchildren: Peter, Mark, Stephen and Emily Schriemer; Derek (Amber) and Justin Witte; Bryan, Jason and Brandon Kolk, Daniel Clara and Anna Schriemer and one great­ grandchild, Mirabella Witte. She was preceded in death by her parents; her brothers and sister, and a beloved brother-in-law and sister-in-law, James and Ethel Cook. A Memorial Service was held at the Zaagman Memorial Chapel on May 14, 2003. Memorial contributions may be made to Inter Varsity Christian Fellowship or Whitneyvillc Bible Church. Arrangements were made by Zaagman Memorial Chapel, Grand Rapids. �Page 20/The Sun and News, Middle Ml/May 27, 2003 Trojans thinking positive as districts roll around _ “We’re really turning the corner," said first year Tro­ jan varsity baseball coach Tom Enslen. after his Tro­ jans had swept a double header from Godwin Heights on Friday. May 16. TK took the opener 5-4 in eight innings, with pitcher Mike Price picking up the win, while allowing just one walk in his complete game victory. The Trojans tied the game at four with two runs in the sixth, then with a runner on second in the eighth and one out, Godwin walked the bases loaded and then walked in the winning run. “We played basically mis­ take free baseball," said Enslcn. It was the Trojans first TK s Steve Allen was one of six boys from the varsity track and field team to place at the Champion of Champions meet on Tuesday. Allen ran to a sixth place finish in the 400-meter dash in 51.05 second. He is also a part of the Trojans' 800-meter relay team which is set to run at the state meet Saturday, May 31, at Caledonia The 40M Rd. Lynn Denton «•«, mkmkv.ii«, mi Agency 1-800-443-5253 111 N. Main St Nashville, Ml 517-852-2005 MAKING YOUR FUTURE MORE PREDICTABLE rB FARM BUREAU B INSURANCE Trojan senior catcher has been a big part of TK’s improvement, offen­ sively he's been batting right around .400 all sea­ son. and defensively has thrown out 24 baserun­ ners so far (File photo by Brett Bremer) up two runs in the fourth cut into the lead. A couple of er­ rors in the sixth however, al­ lowed the Squires to move across six more runs. “It shows how much we’ve improved," said Enslen. The coach says that op­ posing coaches, other fans, and even umpires have told him that “this is the most YOUR ONE STOP WATER STORE Hny All Brands lor 29 \ears Th/» mJ the thp ‘Cats Cate The Tmiinc Trojans and meet Tuesday in Middleville at 5:45p.m. with the winner advancing to face Caledonia Saturday morning in the dis­ trict semi's. TK’s Knight earns spot in national basketball tourney Athlete of the week Tbomapplo-Kellogg High School (Middleville) Track Enslen.TV TK was close to get­ ting the Wildcats once early in the season, but saw a late rally by Wayland gain the ‘Cats a one-run victory, so its possible. competitive TK team we’ve ever seen." TK has four wins this sea­ son. “Our goal is to beat Wayland in pre-districts." said doubleheader victory of the season. TK took the second game 6-2. with Kyle Bradley pick­ ing up the victory for the Trojans. For both Trojan pitchers on the day it was their first victory of the sea­ son. Bradley had eight strike­ outs, and four walks in five and a third innings, then Phil Strong came on in relief for the save. Last Monday, the Trojans had a tough 9-2 loss to Cal­ vin Christian. “We’ve played good teams tight," said Enslen. For most of the afternoon the game was much tighter than 9-2. Calvin jumped out to a 3-0 lead, but TK picked ,< Writer Softeners, Iron & Odor Filters, Purified Printing Water Systems BEST PRICE, QUALITY, SERVICE Most Common Working Water Problems... After an outstanding per- | formance in the USA Junior Nationals Michigan All­ State High School basketball competition held in Ypsi­ lanti Michigan. Brett Knight, a junior at Thomapple Kellogg, has been in­ vited to participate in the prestigious USA Junior Na­ tionals Championship Sports Festival on July 7-13 2003 in Columbus. Ohio. Knight has been a dedi­ cated student of basketball from an early age. He start playing competi­ tively in sixth grade, partici­ pating in school, AAU, and AYBT leagues. He secured a varsity posi­ tion as a sophomore, where he led the team in free throw shooting percentage, making key free throws to bring the Trojans into overtime in the district finals against Lake­ Brett Knight in action for wood. Last July he represented Brett Bremer) his community in an AAU Nation Basketball Tourna­ toward his dream of playing ment in Orlando, Florida college ball. and the AYBT National Based in Madison, Wis­ Basketball Tournament in consin, the USA Junior Na­ Fort Wayne Indiana. tionals provide one of the Knight’s passion for the top amateur competitions in game continually drives him the United States and offers the Trojans (File photo by its program to all athletes who have a high interest in basketball and are interested in developing their skills and techniques throughout statewide, national and in ternational competition. Babysitting class scheduled in Middleville June 25-26 The TK Community Edu­ cation Program, local chap­ ter of the American Red Cross and the Barry County Michigan State University Extension 4-H program will be holding a baby-sitting class on June 25 and 26. The eight hours of train­ ing will be spread across on these two days in room 203 of the TK Learning Center, 507 W. Main from 9 a.m. until 2 pm. Participants should bring a sack lunch. The class is open to boys and girls ages 11-15 years of age. Participants will learn how to provide safe care for infants and children with “hands-on” learning experi­ ence including how to feed, dress and diaper infants. Students will also learn con­ flict resolution , basic first aid, and critical emergency action skills. All those who complete all 8 hours of training will receive a Red Cross Baby­ sitting Certification card. The cost of the class is $20. To register call the Community Ed office at 269-795-3397. 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Middleville's Darrin Tape was the top placer from ei­ ther school, with two first place finishes on the after­ noon. Tape sped to victory in the 100- and 200-meter dashes, with a time of 10.73 seconds in the 100 and 22.48 seconds in the 200. Tape is seeded first for Saturday’s Division II state meet at Caledonia, and seeded second in the 200. Caledonia's 1600-meter relay team is seeded first for the state meet, and the Cale­ donia boys ran to a second place finish Monday in 3:26.2. It was the second straight meet in a row the team of Sean Morgan. Jim Haisma. Jon Hekman. and Pat O’Connor had set the school record. Angie Maxey picked up a second place medal. She was second in the pole vault after clearing 10’6. Maxey will be the third seed at state on Saturday. Trojan senior Tim Brog just missed out on a trip to the state meet, but ran his Crusaders clips Scots in finale The Caledonia varsity girls soccer squad didn't quite have enough to get past O-K Gold power Unity Christian in the league championship game Wednesday in Hudsonville. The host Crusaders took a 3-0 lead in the first half, then put up two more tallies in the second to win 5-0, and capture the league crown af­ ter finishing the conference season undefeated. District play begins this week in Hastings for the Scots, along with teams from Middleville. Charlotte, Gull Lake. Wayland, and the host Saxons. Erin Peacy (File photo by Perry Hardin) Scots knock off Kenowa Hills twice to end 0-K Gold spring Caledonia’s varsity softball team picked up its sev­ enth and eighth wins of the season on Monday. The Fighting Scots topped Kcnowa Hills in both ends of a double header, taking the opener 4-1 and the night cap 7-1. In the opener, Lauren Hanna picked up her fourth win of the season, pitching a great game striking out four - J U CT- Saving on home insurance is “No Problem.” I 1 ■ | undrrds of thousands 'JU-* of families are saving Courtney Powell. Bri Hormel, Cargill, and Melissa Gillard led the Scot defense by making great plays with runners on base to hold the Knights to just one run. Cargill had another strong game offensively, going four for four with a pair of doubles. Wicks was two for four with a double, and Powell also had a two bagger. “This is the best finish this program has had in the league in quite a while,” said Kaechele. “I’m very proud of these kids.” The Scots begin district play on Saturday, May 31 at 10a.m., with a game against the winner of Tuesday after­ noon’s contest between Middleville and Wayland. way to a third place finish on Monday in the 3200-meter run in 10”09.28. .Another TK senior. Justin VanSpronsen. is headed to state in both the high jump and long jump medaled in each event. He was fifth in the high jump at 6* and in the long jump at 20’2.25. The Trojan's Steven Al­ len medaled in sixth place in the 400-mcter dash in 51.05 seconds, and the Trojans' lone girl to medal was fresh­ man Jessica Flaska with a fifth place finish at 15'10 in the long jump. The Caledonia girls got a fourth place finish from their state qualifier. Mindy Bode, in the discus. Bode is "black seeded sixth for the state meet and threw a 116'6 on Monday. Caledonia's girls scored sixths in both the 32OO-meter relay and the 800-meter relay. In the 3200 relay Emily Petz. Carrie Nelson. Kristina McClevc. and Becca Bus­ field combined for a time of 10:09.7. In the 800 relay it was Can Butcher. Julie Slot. Shannon Pleva. and Enn Mitteer teaming up for a 1:51.1 finish. Call 945-9554 for MW ads. topsoil Screened or Unscreened Sand, Gravel, Crushed Concrete DOZER WORK Stumps. 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Middleville Ml.May 27. 2003 Double OT loss puts TK in fourth The last time the two teams met, the game went into a shoot-out. Unfortunately for the Tro­ jans, this time the game ended just before a shoot­ out would have taken place. Wednesday, in the thirdfourth place game in the OK Blue varsity girls’ soccer tournament Rogers and TK battled through regulation, an overtime, then most of a second overtime before Rogers came out on top 2-1. Regulation time ended 11, so the two teams went into the first sudden death overtime. With no score there, the pair played the second sudden death. Late in the overtime Rogers scored the winning goal. A Rogers player chased down a long through ball, while TK's goal keeper Denise Weeks came out to grab the ball. Both players met al the same time, but the ball got knocked pass Weeks and the Rogers’ player was able to finish off the goal. 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The Trojans reached the semifinals by defeating Godwin 2-0 Friday, May 16. “It was a tough game all around,” said Clinton, but TK came through the vic­ tors. In the last five minutes of the first half, Stephanie Si­ mon scored the first goal for TK. Godwin committed a handball inside the penalty box which gave TK a pen­ alty kick. Cool and col­ lected, Simon stepped up and put the ball in the back comer of the goal. This took TK into half time up 1-0. Again in the second half it was a battle for TK, but the defense kept the shooting from Godwin to a minimum. About midway through the second half Hawkins ran down a through ball to get a touch off to Rachel Clinton who scored the second and final goal for TK The Trojans will be in district action this week at Hastings. 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Ml/May 27. 2003 Home welding business request gels torched bv Ruth Zacharv Staff Writer A by Don Busfield for a permit for a home-based welding business on 84th Street was denied by the Caledonia Township Plan­ ning Commission after the May 19 public hearing. Busfield had first brought Caledonia woman earns nursing degree Molly M Bender of Caledonia earned her bachelor of science degree in nursing from Grand Valley State University. The graduation ceremony was held at the Van Andel Arena April 26. bender has been hired at Spectrum Butterworth Hospital, where she began her new career in May. She is the daughter of Al and Melissa Gorton of Middleville. She is pictured with her husband. Jason Bender stored outside, or at most for the request on May 5. and no longer than a week. had been asked to show that Commissioners were con­ all his neighbors were in fa­ vor of his welding operation cerned about the impact on at the location. neighbors from smoke, fire Busfield, who works full or noise. Noise from the ac­ tivity could include ham­ time at Steeicase. asked to mering the hot metal. set up his part time small Commissioner Ric Parent operation in his garage, a May 5 reminded the com­ 24x24 foot space. His home mission that the zoning was is on 3.1 acres. He said his bobby busi­ being changed so that such activities as welding would ness uses a 220 electric be relegated to an industrial power source welder. He docs not use acetylene or setting, where it previously other gases, as personal ex­ was allowed in a commer­ perience has made him cial setting. He said he had choose safer technology. strong reservations because The work would have in­ the residential setting was a cluded some repair work far more sensitive situation. and some custom fabrica­ Busfield explained that tion, such as creating a until he had learned what the brace, bracket or a hitch on details of such a business customer's equipment. entailed, he would prefer to Busfield also has a gen­ try the venture on a small erator for portable welding, scale as a home-based busi­ which he takes to the cus­ ness. He said he would like tomer's location. He said the his business to grow and sound level is approximately said he would plan to move like that of a garden tractor. to another industrial location On large equipment, he said when the volume of work he would prefer to work could justify such a move. away from his own location. In spite of this, he also He said he would work by said he hopes to set up a appointment, most work larger pole building on his would be enclosed in the ga­ property in the future, which rage, and would be limited would require a special use to evening and Saturday and would create a perma­ work. He said conceivably, nent situation as special uses some long equipment, like a are tied to the property. trailer or farm equipment Parent had added there might require leaving a ga­ could be a "probable pro­ gression of additional simi­ rage door open, and usually, lar types of requests up and such items would not be down 84th Street, which could effectively change the character of 84th Street to business or commercial as time goes on. Parent moved for denial May 5. but commissioners wanted to review the cir­ cumstances in more depth. Parent was among three commissioners absent on May 19. Two who were ab­ sent expressed objections to approval of the request, based on inconsistency w ith the home occupation guide­ lines. with an industrial use in a residential setting. Commissioners who had visited the site and talked to neighbors found that not everyone favored the busi­ ness in the residential neigh­ borhood. Commissioner Wally Bujak noted the driveway, which was shared with neighbor Brian Bennett had and easement for ingress and egress. Attorney James Brown said the welding use should should not interfere with the neighbors use of the drive way. Bujak suggested there could be an impact on the property values of future neighbors, even though cur­ rent owners did not object. Other township residents objected. The owner of McCumber Welding, lo­ cated at an industrial loca­ tion. objected to the unfair competition. He said the re­ quest had generated quite a bit of controversy. Based on objections. Bujak said he could not support the re­ quest. Commissioner Leil.ani VanLaar agreed. She added she had talked to fire depart­ ment officials w ho told her that even though the opera­ tion did not violate a Cale­ donia fire code, there was a possible hazard in an at­ tached garage. Commissioner Duane Gunnink agreed and said he expected the business would probably expand and be­ come more objectionable in the future. He said this kind of activity was best located in the industrial areas of the township. Planner Dave Zy Istra and the township attorney had also advised approaching with extreme caution in al­ lowing the business. Bujak said. Warner said, "It's an in­ dustrial operation in a icsidential zone. Wc can't con­ trol the size of the business if it outgrows the garage, into the building in the back. 1 also think it's a fire hazard to have that in your garage, next to your home. I have some concerns that your neighbors will have to en­ dure noise and adverse im­ pacts after hours." 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Orchestra instructor Pete DeLille led the orchestra in Caiedonia School Board members were on hand with administration personnel to honor the graduates (from left) Ken Yonker. Denny Atkinson. Bill Harrison. Bob Lillie, Bernie Nagel. Bob Bergy, Kristy Sherlund, Superintendent Doug Busman and CHS Principal Ron Moag. several numbers before handing the baton to senior Will Johnson, who had com­ posed a musical arrange­ ment for the orchestra. When DeLillc once again took the baton it was to lead the orchestra into “Russian Sailor’s Dance.” It was the last time that the seniors would perform with the or­ Will Johnson wrote and directed a composition for the chestra as high school stu­ CHS Orchestra. dents. Stephanie Gerst offered the invocation before the Choralaire seniors per­ formed “Home” a musical number written by senior Derek Brown. Valedictorian Michelle Bennett gave her address to the senior class, reminding that “a commitment to per­ sistence will bring us closer to achievement... Step back and evaluate what is most important for that day. that year, that lifetime ” Bennett had to pause for a moment with her address when an alarm sounded. When it was finally turned In his benediction, sen­ off, she calmly continued Joseph Morehouse receives his diploma from Cale­ ior Kyler Pentecost with her remarks. Though prayed that “the Class of she wished her class well donia School Board Trustee Ken Yonker Because 2003 will make a lasting with achievements, joy and Yonker has been Morehouse's mentor, it was a proud impact on life.’ happiness, she realistically moment for both tempered each accomplish­ ment with enough of life's less rewarding moments so that they would cherish the exceptional times that are to come their way. “I wish you enough sor­ row to appreciate pure bliss. Enough determination to achieve your life’s goals... ( quoting a famous phrase) ‘To thine own seif be true’,” she finished. In the class address. Erin Peacy, class president, re­ minded seniors they were “all working toward a com­ mon goal. To dream big, live bigger” (their class motto).” She recalled what some of the seniors had The Class of 2003 members await their cue to turn their tassels to the left sig­ written as their ‘fondest Michelle Bennett, class valedictorian, reminded the graduates that “a commitment to persis­ tence will bring us closer to achievement." nifying their acceptance as graduates of Caledonia High School Jenna Pilkington and Caleb Zandstra walk into the CHS gymnasium as seniors one last time before the graduation ceremony. memory’ of Caledonia High School. The usual fare of good friends, dances, sport­ ing events and favorite classes had many heads nod­ ding in agreement. But it was such unusual comments as “the down on the farm smell of Caledonia” that brought forth laughter. During the academic awards ceremony the previ­ ous week, students were celebrated for their hard work that resulted in achiev­ ing scholarships, awards and honors (received as of May 21, ’03): Cristcn Adams, Culturally Diverse Scholarship; Jaime Alexander. Purdue Dean’s Scholar, Girl Scout Scholar­ ship, Theatre Technical Award; Stacey Babcock, Central Michigan University Board of Trustees, M R Bissell Scholarship; Jeremy Barber, Provost Scholarship, Baldwin-Wallace Academic Scholarship; Lauren Batdorff, Grand Valley State University Award of Dis­ tinction, GVSU Award for Excellence, Eva Finkbciner Memorial Scholarship; Mi­ chelle Bennett, Grand Rap­ ids Press Superstar Senior, See graduation, page 17 In This Issue... • Caledonia freshman saves mother, nephew in river • Caledonia, TK school board candidates answer questions • Middleville parade, ceremony honors fallen veterans • Freeport, Yankee Springs water towers to arrive in 2004 �Page 2/The Sun and News. MiOdtevtUe. MVJune 3*2003 TK candidates bring varied skills to school board race by Patricia Johns Staff Writer What do a farmer, the owner of a training and de­ velopment company and someone who has experience in quality control in the manufacturing sector have in common? They all are running for positions on the Thornapple Kellogg School Board. Incumbent Marty Wenger and newcomers Jimmy Nel­ son and Tom Ward were asked questions by the Sun and News about the recent needed to analyze the prob­ lems facing the school system and create solutions to those problems. Continuous im­ provement and cost cutting are examples of transferable skills that will be needed to match the current issues lac­ ing the TK school district." decision to replace the natural grass with synthetic turf on the football field, the finan­ cial crunch the district faces, other threats to the district and other comments. Marty Wenger is running for his third term on the school board. He is a life­ long resident of Middleville and the father of seven chil­ dren. Two have already graduated and five more are attending TK schools. He is a dairy farmer and a TK High School grad and ex-football player. Jimmy Nelson N Celebrating 25 YeflfS Cwgratulatiotis 2001 GrAbuAtcs! Gifts for the Grat> T-Shirts. tlat, Sweatshirts We aIm have stft* to Pamper Yourself Canblc* • Book* f* More J Swimwear and Fun Summer Clothing Gift Certificates Always Fit! — NEW SUMMER HOUSRS MON SAT. 10-8; SUN 10-6 — 11402 Chief Noonday, Gun Lake 269-795'9947 He has served on the com­ mittee that spearheaded the 1995 construction of the mid­ dle school and the current work now going on. Tom Ward has worked in manufacturing for more than 20 years with a focus on quality control. Nelson owns his own company and does on site leadership training. Why are you interested in running for a position on the TK board? Why should people vote for you? Ward says, “1 am running for the school board because I care about the education op­ portunities for the young peo­ ple in our community. I have two children in the school system and want the best for them and their peers. The current board re­ cently went through a seven-month long research process. including public fo­ rums before deciding to go ahead with a synthetic sur­ face for the football sta­ dium. Do you agree with the process? Do you have any comments about the de­ cision? Nelson says. “I think the Marty Wenger Tom Ward process was a gtxxJ one But I “Also, I have a history of izational psychology. He is wonder if the board did volunteering in this commu­ owner of Nelson Training enough long term thinking nity and this school board po­ and Development. He has before they made their deci­ sition is a natural extension been active volunteering with sion. Will this decision come of that effort. Lastly, I be­ the Science Olympiad team at back to haunt the district the lieve that we need to do bet­ the high school and as a men­ next time we go out for a ter in preparing young people tor coordinator with the Barry levy? Will some people think County FIA. for what comes after their Ward has a bachelor's de­ we have wasted the money school career. We need to that could have gone for. equip them with better prob­ gree in business administra­ tion from Davenport Univer­ other projects because they lem solving skills, critical don’t remember that im­ thinking skills and the under­ sity and a master's degree in standing of what they can do business administration from provements to the athletic fa­ cilities was part of this last to make a better contribution Grand Valley State Univer­ levy vote." sity. to our society and economy. He adds. “I think the proc­ “I have been employed in “People should vote for me the manufacturing sector for ess was thorough. Maximiz­ because they also hold those over 20 years with an empha­ ing the information available values. They should know sis on operations manage­ to make this decision was a that my history is ripe with ment," he says. “This experi­ providing opportunities for Continued next page ence provides the skills young people and that I have found innovative ways for the community to participate in that effort. Also, people should know that I have over 20 years of industry experi­ ence managing organizations and that many of the skills I've acquired are transferable to the business of running this school system.” Nelson says, “I can offer teamwork and leadership to the board and the district. I am interested in improving accountability for staff and students. I would like to offer guidance to administrators and teachers on improving basic skills, evaluate and im­ prove innovation in the schools and prepare students for success following gradua­ tion. Wenger sees the chal­ lenges facing the district as ones which will need every­ one working together to solve. “I want to manage the future expansion of the dis­ trict responsibly. I want to provide quality schools with quality educators, and to do this we must make good deci­ sions to accommodate steady growih." W hat is your educational and work background and how will this affect your service on the board if you are elected? Wenger has been a dairy farmer his entire life. He has attended Michigan State Uni­ versity and look other courses since he graduated. He has Saturday, June 7th also completed courses 6:00 • 9:00 p.m. through the Michigan Asso­ Adults $10 00, Children under 12 $5 00 ciation of School Boards. He is very active in the commu­ 100th Street & Coldwater Creek nity. including 4-H and his church. (6*16) 89*1-1*168 Nelson has a bachelor of for information science degree in biology, a master’s of management and a Ph D. in mdustriaVorgan- Caledonia Sportsman Club Steak Fry �The Sun and News. Middiev.lle. Mi/June 3. 2003/Page 3 diums in the area. Whether it From previous page is varsity football. JV, fresh­ good idea only because the man girls’ and boys’ soccer, band competitions and 78er advantages/disadvantages were unknown to us prior to football, this will be a great this decision. The public fo­ addition to the district."’ rums allowed for enough The administration and public input to gage the ac­ board will have to make ceptability of this decision, some tough decisions this particularly as it involved the year due to the budget use of public funds. shortfall at the state leveL “1 agree with the decision. What would you do to help I also did some research and the district ride out these found no downside as it re­ tough economic times? lates to safety and injuries for Ward says, “My back­ the users of the field. I also ground in operations has pro­ applaud the school board for vided me with the opportu­ turning this venue into a fa­ nity to deal with cost minimi­ cility that will allow for in­ zation issues. I would look at creased revenue (through areas where the schools are paid soccer games and the spending money to see if they ability to hold regional foot­ match the benefit derived. ball, soccer, and track con­ Often hidden costs can be tests), will allow for cost found in duplication of serv­ minimization because the up­ ices, mismatch of scheduled keep and maintenance costs expenses to the timing of will be lower, and will allow services, and managing utility for increased usage because costs better. I think this study the surface is so much more should be done regardless of durable. Wenger says, “Originally I economic conditions in order to minimize costs that do not didn't think that tiny TK directly relate to student in­ could afford artificial turf when it was first suggested struction. Nelson wants to make sure by a community member. Then we began the research process and it seemed that if it would fit into the budget it would allow us to serve the most students. “I was pleased with the process and welcomed com­ ments from the public. Wc This year’s recipient of l(x)kcd into every suggestion the Caledonia Education Asand tried the best we could to sociation(CEA) scholarship get answers to the questions is Natasha Boykov, daughter wc asked. of Mr. and Mrs. Pavel “You know I am a dirt and Boykov. grass man myself, but I am Natasha plans to pursue a excited about the possibility degree in secondary educa­ for more students to take ad­ tion at Cornerstone Univer­ vantage of one of the best sta­ sity, with a major in biology and a minor in English. She says she is excited about the prospects of becoming a teacher because "teachers play a big role in the lives of students.’’ While in high school, she has been active as a member of the National Honor Soci­ ety, the Planeteers and the choir. Outside of school, Boykov is involved with her church and wears many hats. She belongs to the youth group and the choir, helps lead a vacation Bible school, and teaches pre-schoolers on Sundays. Boykov is enthusiastic about the outdoors. She spends her spare time hiking and camping and generally observing nature. She also enjoys studying birds and frogs. When not enjoying nature, Boykov loves to write, and she hopes to some day write a book or two. Dan Crites, representing the Caledonia Education As­ sociation, said, “The CEA is that the district does all it can to minimize waste and dupli­ cation of services. Team work and innovation can also help the district save money and get grants for programs. Wenger says. “I really think that working with our business manager. Alice Jansma. we have worked to be very budget conscious. Also on both construction projects we have managed with the help of the construc­ tion management firm of .Owen. Ames Kimball to get the biggest bang for the buck which we could. Often we were able to complete addi­ tional projects which had been put on the back burner.” What other issues (be­ sides the budget crunch) do you see the Thornapple Kellogg District facing in the next year? Nelson wants to make sure that TK continues to recruit new teachers. “With the re­ cent wave of retirements, we are seeing a need for new teachers. I would like this to become a district that teach­ ers want to work in. I want to Boykov receives $500 scholarship with Denise Maghielse Real Estate with MM MAGHIELSE Five Star Real E I state 616-977-0900 Sill CALEDONIA 7695 Green Links *274,900 GOLF COURSE home The Greens of Broadmoor’ > see the transitions between the buildings become smoother. It would be great to have the staff at the high school be sure that the in­ coming middle school stu­ dents are prepared and ready for the high school." Wenger stresses the role of the board member is to ap­ prove policy and hire the su­ perintendent. “I want to see the district continue to work to make the district the best that it can be and manage growth responsibly .” Ward says he thinks that population growth is a loom­ ing issue. Projections show that by the 2006-2007 school year it is possible that the in­ creased capacity of the local schools will be exceeded. The school board is and should be watching these numbers closely due to the impact they will have on class size, number of teach­ ers, school lunch, bussing and ability to house an increased student population. “The No Child Left Be­ hind’ legislation is also going to be an issue going forward. This mandate places several constraints on the school sys­ tem in terms of teacher utili­ zation. We may see ineffi­ cient redeployment of teach­ ers because of the “qualified instructor" limitations. This will only add to redundant costs, under utilization of substitute teachers, and possi­ ble turnover of some very tal­ ented instructors. “Also, the requirement for annual yearly progress could become an issue if the schools fall into a trap of 'teaching to the MEAT tests.’ I would not like to see the fo­ cus of providing opportunity to young people impacted just because we need to do well on the MEAP tests." In closing. Nelson stressed the need for the district to work together and to focus on innovation and meeting the needs of students. He stressed the need for leadership and teamwork. Ward said, “I had the op­ portunity to meet and discuss with several parents their thoughts on the school dis­ trict. I want to thank them for their time and comments. Also, I want to invite all par­ ents to become more in­ volved with their children's education. It is only through their input and participation can we realize the goals of providing better educational opportunities for the young people of this community. Wenger stressed that in his 20% off Redken Shampoos & Conditioners Jkxauatabh HAIR & BODY PRODUCTS B me*" ®)NTEMPO c?Xl()N 616-891-1093 9551 cherry valley, Caledonia Village Centre SOLD! REAL ESTATE Kay Stolsonburg proud to award this year's $500 scholarship to Natasha and wishes her the very best as she continues to pursue her education.” TK graduation story and photos will be printed next week The Thornapple Kellogg High School senior awards on Friday, May 30 was a solemn, tear filled but with a few laughs event which showcased the accomplish­ ments of this year’s graduat­ ing class. On Sunday. June 1 the graduation ceremony was equally joyous and tender. 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Pastor Rev Josh Blunt Contact our Duttim office at (616) 65 65 WAY Check our web site www.wavfarercc nrf WHITNEYVILLE bible Church 854o Whi^eyvfie Ave at 84* St • 89' 866’ The Church where everybody ts somebody . and Jesus is Lord" Meeting at Caledonia High School Sunday Scnoa 930 am kraay Mornrg Wonhp IQ.30 a m Meemg a® crape on iMYtneyvSe Are Sunday t verr g Worship 6 0C p m Aea «Achveek Prayer & aae Study 700pm '-ev ’noma Xys Axror • 2ev <af Bashor. Asoc Pastor Aecsne whtneyv^eooe y g �The Sun and News Middleville. Ml, June 3. 2003-Page 5 MacMurray College convocation honors Middleville woman WeltonMortensen united in marriage Mr and Mrs Thomas and Betty Welton of Alto are pleased to announce the marriage of their daughter Janice Lyn Welton to Shawn Kendall Mortensen on Sat­ urday, Sept. 14. 2002. Shawn’s parents. Ivan Mort­ ensen of Spring Lake and Roxanne Fetters of San Jose. CA were also present to cel­ ebrate the happy occasion. The wedding celebration took place in the Grand Orchid Room at Frederick Meyer Gardens and was wit­ nessed by family and friends from around the country. The reception followed at Applause Banquet Hall. Shawn and Janice were joined in the bridal party by close friends and family. Engagements Zoet-Campbell Heather Zoet and Mark Campbell announce their engagement. The couple will be wed Aug 2. 2003 at Loveland. CO. The bride-to-be is the daughter of Howard and Kathleen Zoet of Caledonia. She graduated from Caledonia High School in 1995. and graduated from Lake Superior State University in 1999, with a bachelor’s degree in nursing. She is currently a nurse at McKee Hospital in Loveland, CO. The groom-to-be is the son of Dorreen and Weldon Runnels and David and Connie Campbell of Loveland. CO. He graduated from Loveland High School in Loveland. CO in 1992. He is currently a subcontractor for Front Range Siding and Remodeling in Berthoud, CO. The couple plans to con­ tinue making their home in Loveland. CO. Peterson-Douglas Jennifer Lynn Peterson and Steven Erik Douglas will unite in matrimony on July 12. 2003. Their parents are Thomas and Fay Peterson of Naperville. Ill and llene and the late C. Malcolm Douglas of Caledonia. Jenny graduated with her bachelors degree from Hope College, and her masters degree from Grand Valley State University in reading education. She is currently a sixth grade teacher in the Forest Hills District. Steve is an architect with a local design firm. He gradu­ ated from Lawrence Technological University Serving as maid of honor was Janice’s sister. Christine Welton. The bridesmaids were friends Sarah l^aRock. Annie Sy. Dorothy Benham. Laura Black and Susan Palleschi. Serving as Shawn’s best man was long-time friend. Tim Lester. The groomsmen were friends Jeff Calhoun. Rob Shook. Craig McNeil. Doug Giacomelli, and broth­ er-in-law and friend Lee Welton Friends To ay Olds and Joe Pfeiffer served as ushers for the celebration. The master and mistress of ceremonies were Janice’s aunt and uncle. Matt and Sue Kosla. Cousin of the bride, Brianna Kosla of White Cloud. MI, was the soloist for the ceremony. She per­ formed the song “You” by Jim Brickman. The couple spent a won­ derful week in Kauai, Hawaii for their honeymoon. They now reside happily in Kentwood, MI. Janice graduated from Caledonia High School in 1995. She earned a Doctor of Pharmacy degree from the University of Michigan in June of 2002. Shawn graduated from Ottawa Hills High School in 1995. He earned a degree in Business Management from Central Michigan University in May of 2000. TK SECONDARY LUNCH MENU Wednesday, June 4 Cheeseburg on a bun or cheesey burrito, veggie, fruit, milk. Thursday. June 5 and the University of Michigan with bachelors and masters degrees respec­ tively in architecture See us for color copies, one-hour phoio processing and all your printing needs. 1351 N. M-43 Hwy., Hastings. Al the gray bam Breaded pork patty w/mashed potato or com dog on a suck, veggie, fruit, milk. Friday, June 6 Stuffed crust pizza or fish sticks, veggie, fruit mi IL Teresa K. Venton of Mid­ dleville was among 76 MacMurray College stu­ dents receiving academic honors and leadership awards during the 2003 Honors Convocation May 8 at the college in Jackson­ ville. III. Venton received highest honors in general scholar­ ship as a member of the Class of 2004 with a 3.70 cumulative average or higher. The daughter of Ed and Nancy Venton of Mid­ dleville. she is a junior ma­ joring in deaf and hard of hearing teacher education at MacMurray, a 156-year-old. career-directed liberal arts college. She is a graduate of Thornapplc Kellogg High School. College President Law­ rence D. Bryan presided at the convocation in Annie Merner Chapel and wel­ comed student honorees other participants and guests. Dr. Bryan also made a special presentation recog­ nizing senior John Hambelton as MacMurray's Lincoln Academy of Illinois Student Laureate for 2002. Mr. Hambelton was to have re­ ceived the laureate's medal­ lion in Springfield last fall, but was playing football with the Macmurray High­ landers in the NCAA Divi­ sion III playoffs that day. Giving the honors address at the convocation was MacMurray Trustee Patricia Doyle-Grace of Webster Groves. Mo., a 1966 gradu­ ate of the college. A corpo­ rate training specialist in St. Louis, she spoke about “Seven Habits of a Highly Effective College Graduate.” Dr. Jim Goulding. dean of the College, announced 2002-03 academic honors and awards. Leadership awards were presented by Jennifer Oliver, college di­ rector of student activities. Bernice Carter to celebrate 95th birthday Bernice L. 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N.M Feb. 16-23., A letter to NANPA mem­ bers about the Infinity Foun­ dation said, ’The mission of the NANPA Infinity Foun­ dation is to advance aware­ ness and appreciation of the environment through pho­ tography and to provide for the many educational pro­ grams presented at the NANPA Annual Summit. Since 1996. the Infinity Foundation has sponsored an annual scholarship pro­ gram to bring high school students to the Annual Sum­ mit for a week of in-depth learning with leading nature photographers." The NANPA Infinity Foundation brochure said. "Each year the NANPA In­ finity Foundation sponsors up to ten students to attend the NANPA Annual Summit meeting. Students who are selected participate in class­ room and field instruction, meet with other knowledge­ able nature photographers, editors and writers, and at­ tend NANPA’s Annual Summit educational and other informative sessions. The goal of the Student Scholarship Program is to Jonathan Daniel create in the Scholarship Students awareness, appre­ ciation and concern for our natural heritage using pho­ tography as a medium. All applicants must be nominated by a NANPA member. Candidates must be mature high school stu­ dents ages 14-18 who have demonstrated interest in na­ ture photography and the en­ vironment. Each applicant must sub­ mit a student application form, a nomination form and production of at least three suitable images. The summit consisted of ,three full days shooting in the field in various parts of New Mexico, including Bosque del Apache National Wildlife Refuge. Tent Rocks National Monument and the Albuquerque Botanical Gar­ dens. From Thursday through Saturday, Daniel and the other attendees par­ ticipated in conference ac­ tivities, keynote addresses and breakout sessions. Speakers included Joel Sar- tore. a photographer for Na­ tional Geographic; Jim Brandenburg, the eccentric creator of numerous suc­ cessful nature photography books including Chased by the Light and Brother Wolf; and Mark Moffett, a regular contributor to National Geo­ graphic and a world re­ nowned insect photographer. “As NANPA Student Scholarship recipients, we were able to meet with each of the keynote speakers for lunch.” Daniel said. “We were also able to interact with world-renowned bird photographer Arthur Morris extensively throughout the week. Other full-time pro­ fessional nature photogra­ phers like Darrel Gulin and renowned Michigan nature photographer Carl Sams (and his wife Jean Stoick) were available for us to in­ teract with.” Various photography companies donated and loaned to the program to give students the best expe­ rience possible. Canon pro­ vided digital SLRs to each student with various lenses (35-350mm. 35 135mm IS. and 50mm or 100mm macro lens) and provided two 400mm f2.8. 500mm f4. and 600mm f4 lenses. Kodak and Fuji supplied dozens of rolls of professional slide film (Velvia. 100GX. etc.) to take home and use later. Bogcn and Wimberley pro­ vided tripods and tripod heads for all the equipment. Altogether, companies loaned and/or donated sev­ eral hundred thousand dol­ lars worth of equipment to the program. Baby-sitting class at TKMS Financial Focus The TK Community Edu­ 507 W. Main from 9 a m. until 2 p.m. Participants cation Program, local chap ter of the American Red should bring a sack lunch. The class is open to boys Cross and the Barry County Michigan State University and girls ages 11-15 years of Extension 4-H program will age. Participants will learn be holding a baby-sitting how to provide safe care for class on June 25 and 26. The eight hours of train­ infants and children with ing will be spread across on “hands-on" learning experi these two days in room 203 cnee including how to feed, of the TK Learning Center, dress and diaper infants. Students will also learn con­ flict resolution . basic first aid, and critical emergency action skills. All those who complete all 8 hours of training will receive a Red Cross Baby­ sitting Certification card. The cost of the class is $20. To register call the Cpmmunity Ed office at 269-795-3397. KCC FEHSENFELD CENTER SUMMER SESSION, 2003 BIOL 200 BIOL 202 BUAD 101 ENGL 97 ENGL 120 ENGL 151 ENGL 152 HUMA 150 HUSE 232 HUSE 235 LITE 213 MATH 97 Mathematics Clinic Field Biology MATH 100 Pre Algebra Human Physiology MATH 101 Beginning Algebra Intro. To Business MATH 121 Intermediate Algebra Writing Skills Computer Info. Sys. OIT 100 Writing Improvement Application Software Freshman Composition OIT160 Healthy Lifestyles PEC 121 Freshman Comp. 11 Hiking PEC 156 Encounter w/Arts POSC200 Amer. Government Early Child Learn 1 Child Growth & Devel. PSYC 201 Intro. Psychology PSYC 220 Developmental Psyc. Children's Literature SOC1201 Intro. To Sociology Furnished by Drew McFadden of Edward Jones and Co. • (616) 891 -1173 How do you know if you are properly diversified? If you're an investor, you’ve probably heard about the benefits of diversifica­ tion. But how do you go about diversifying? Many people think diver­ sification is just a "numbers game." They think that the more stocks they own, the better diversified they will be. However, that's not always the case. • Asset class - As we've seen, you can diversify your stocks in several different ways. But you may also want to diversify your port­ folio beyond stocks by investing in a variety of financial assets, including bonds. Certificates of Deposit, money market accounts and government securities. Again, your indi­ vidual situation - your risk tolerance, goals and time horizon - should determine your overall asset allocation. But it's probably a smart move to have at least some exposure to the full spec­ trum of investments. Generally speaking, of course, it is better to own two stocks than one, and it's even better to own four stocks than two. But you can't really ensure diversifi­ cation by adding more and more stocks. Instead, you need to add stocks that differ from each other - in many different ways. Why? Because the greater the sim­ ilarity among your stocks, the riskier your portfolio. Similar companies often face similar economic and market risks - and the stock price of these companies often move in the same direction. And if that direc­ tion isn't "up,” it's not good news for investors who only own those types of stocks That's why you can't just add more stocks to your holdings and expect to achieve instant diversification. Instead, look to diversify your portfolio by considering the following factors: • Industry sector Stocks are categorized in a wide »uiige of industry "sectors,* such as energy, financial ser­ vices, utilities, health care, technology, telecommunica tions, basic materials and consumer gixxis. To diversi fy the equity side of your portfolio, try to find high quality stocks from a variety of sectors. • Company size In vestors often describe a company’s size in terms of its "market capitalization" its stock price multiplied by the number of outstanding shares. Companies range from "micro-caps” - with Continued next page Re-elect Classes begin on or after May 19th: most begin the week of June 9th Call (269) 948-9500 or visit our website at www.kellogg.edu for days, times, and tuition/tee information. ACT NOW! Dennis Atkinson Caledonia School Board The KCC Fehsenfeld Center 2950 Hrs/ M-179 Highway Hastings, Ml 49058 KELLOGG COMMUNITY COLLEGE Important Note: Due to state budget cuts, the KCC Fehsenfeld Center will reduce operating hours this summer. Beginning on Monday. June 2nd, the administrative office will be open between 11:30 am and 00 pm, Monday - Thursday. The facility w ill be closed on Fridays. We regret any inconvenience. The Center will resume its normal Monday - Friday sched­ ule on Monday, August 4th._____ ______________________ —— ✓ / ✓ / / Integrity Passion Dedication Commitment Strategic Vision My two years on the board: • Introduced board member “Adopt a Building’ program • Good steward of the community’s money for the new high school • Seek accountability and responsi bility in all areas • Certified Board Member Award Ml Assoc of School Boards Paid for by Citizens to Elect Dennis Atkinson 7744 Austinndge Dr Caledonia, Ml 49316 �The Sun and News, Middlevilie. ML/June 3 2003/Page 7 Caledonia freshmen saves mother, nephew in river by Cathy Rueter Staff Writer Susan Stapish is used to her son. Brent DeLoach. 14. doing some pretty incredible things for his age, from be­ ing the only teenager on an adult hockey team to run­ ning a toy drive for under­ privileged children But his most recent ac­ complishment, on the day before Memorial Day. may just top them all. DeLoach, a freshman at Caledonia High School, saved not only his mother's life, but his 6-yearold nephew as well, with as­ sistance from Hastings Mayor Pro Tern Robert May Sunday. May 25, after the canoe they were riding in capsized in the Thornapple River. According to Stapish. the week prior to that Sunday incident had not gone well for either Brent or herself. Stapish had been having medical testing related to some possible heart prob­ lems during the week and DeLoach was "just kind of blue." DeLoach suggested a short canoe trip on the Thornapplc River to cheer them up. These trips arc nothing new for De Urach and his From previous page capitalization of less than $200 million - to "large caps" - with capitalization of $5 billion or more. At any given time, those companies with one market capitaliza­ tion size may perform differ­ ently than companies of a different capitalization. That's why you may want to look for good companies from several different capi­ talization levels. • Investment style - Some stocks are classified as "growth" stocks - that is, their primary objective is long-term capital growth. 'Income" stocks, on the other hand, may provide cur­ rent income, in the form of dividends, in place of signif­ icant capital appreciation. And other stocks offer a combination of growth and income Your individual preferences, risk tolerance and long-term goals should determine the relative per­ centage of these stocks in your portfolio, but. for the sake of diversification, it may be a good idea to have at least some representation from all these categories. Clearly, it will lake patience and discipline on your part to truly diversify your investment portfolio. But its worth the effort. Once you've fully diversi­ fied your holdings, you II have greatly reduced the risk that comes from owning a small number of similar investment vehicles At the same tune, by investing m a wide array of securities, you’ll give yourself more opportunities for success. So. take a close look at your investments If they all resemble each other, then it may be lime io bring m some fresh new "faces." Stapish came to a screeching halt from the limb, the mo­ mentum of the boat caused it to flip over. "The current was so strong there." said Stapish. Matthew evidently ended up under the canoe, a fright­ ening development for any­ one. let alone a 6-year old. "f couldn't see either of the boys. I was so scared. It was horrible. It was the most horrible thing I’ve ever gone through." she said. "But then there was Brent. He tipped the canoe back over and got Brent DeLoach recently Matthew out. He was able to rescued his mom and get my grandson over to the nephew from a possible shore. It was a couple of drowning when their ca­ hundred yards." "I don't think I’ve ever noe capsized in the Thor­ ran so fast in my life." said napple River De Loach. This in itself would be mom, but they hadn't taken one in quite awhile. De­ enough of a sensation for the CHS freshman, but add to it Loach, mindful of his mom's difficult week, as­ the fact that two years ago De Loach couldn 't swim and sured her that he would was afraid of the water. navigate the trip — again, "Larry West, the assistant nothing new for this Life leader from my old scout Scout (just under the Eagle troop, had confidence in me. designation). He helped me to learn to Neither of his sisters nor their husband wanted to go. swim." said DeLoach. The water of the Thornap­ so Stapish and DeLoach ple is still extremely cold took his nephew. Matthew this time of year. DeLoach Stapish, 6 (a kindergarten student at Caledonia Ele­ was worried about his mom mentary). along for the ride who was still trapped in the river He couldn't get her in a canoe rented from out and keep his nephew Whispering Waters in Barry County, between Hastings safe all by himself. Keeping a cool head, and carrying and Middleville. Nfatthew. De Loach ran bare­ The relaxing morning took a frightening turn when foot out to State Highway the trio hit a pocket of win­ M-37 to get some help. ter-spring storm debris in an "There were two houses, area with a fast moving cur­ but no one was home at ei­ rent. ther one of them." com­ "The river was a lot mented DeLoach. "I didn’t higher than it usually is," want Matthew up by M-37 said De Loach. because I was afraid he’d "It was an obstacle get hit. so I put him down by course." said Stapish. "I one of the houses, I could couldn’t break (help stop the see him the whole time, and canoe)." I ran up to the road." The debris may not have During this time, Stapish, caused problems in itself, who has a tendency to get but at the same time Stap- drowsy when under extreme ish’s lifevest (all three were stress, was trying everything wearing the devices) caught to keep herself awake, as on "a huge limb." When warm as possible and her head out of the water. "I was singing every hymn I could think of. Any­ thing I could remember. Then I'd start calling for help, then I'd cry a little, then I'd start singing again." Because of the cold and getting drowsy. Stapish was seriously worried that she wouldn't make it. that she would fall victim to hypo­ thermia. "I had my arms and legs wrapped around that limb, but I didn't know how much longer I’d be able to hold on." According to Stapish. who would hear this part of the tale later, her son tried to get the attention of a motor­ ist for help. "No one would stop for him. Finally, he was able to flag down two cars. One of them had two women in it. I don’t even know who they are," she said. "I don’t know how to thank them." The women called 911. The other car was driven by Hastings City Council­ man Robert May, a longtime Boy Scout leader. Accord­ ing to another source. May went back to where Stapish was still stuck, clinging to the limb in the icy water. May. who is retired from the Navy, swam out to Stapish. in nine feet of w ater. "He couldn't swim against the current." said DeLoach. "So he sort of swam out and let the current take him to (Stapish)." He was able to disengage her lifevest. May said Stapish was overcome by fright and hy­ pothermia. "I had to talk her into trusting me and promised to catch her if she let go.'* May told Hastings Banner staff reporter Susan Temere. “ When she let go of the branch, she drifted right to me and collapsed in my arms." "Bob May got me un­ hooked." said Stapish. "He was so soothing. He kept saying 'Trust me. trust me.' After (May) got me un­ hooked. (DeLoach and May) had to walk me out about a quarter of a mile to the am­ bulance." Stapish. DeLoach and lit­ tle Matthew (son of Mike Sarver and Jennie Stapish of Caledonia) were taken to Pennock Hospital in Hast­ ings. Stapish was treated for hypothermia and the boys were checked over for any injuries. All three were later released. "I am so blessed with that kid." said Stapish. "He's so humble about it. The funny thing is. Brent’s working on his Eagle Scout project, he has 52 merit badges. But he didn't get his life saving badge, yet." (To become an Eagle Scout is a distin­ guished honor entailing a lot of hard work.) May credits De Loach as the real hero. "Brent did everything a Boy Scout is taught to do." he said. "If he hadn't she wouldn't be here today." May plans to explore the possibility of De Loach get­ ting some kind of award for his bravery. For his part. DcLoach is just happy to still have his mom and nephew around. This experience seems to See rescue, page 15 movie OUTPOJT VIDEO SUPERSTORE Glen Valley Retail Center M-37 891-9303 Open Weekdays 10 am to 11 pm & midnight on Fri. & Sat. VHS/DVD movies and player rentals Gaines & game system rental J • Special Orders and previewed *,,<,vies & K*,nws f,,r Gift Certificates & Gift Baskets VHS & Game Accessories Reservations on movies I • Weekly specials ; movie outpost! J Rent One Movie or Game and not a cornnd rental FPFF get a second rental FREE with this coupon. Good Sunday thru Thursday Offer good at Caledonia location Free rental of equal or lesser value One coupon per visit please. Expires 6/30/03 Product Id: SunAd ! Happy Fathers Day! BOB BERCY FOR CALEDONIA SCHOOL BOARD HARD WORKING DEDICATED TRUSTWORTHY 8 YEARS OF EXPERIENCE VOTE JUNE 9, 2003 Paid by Committee to Elect Bob Bergy, 7300 100th St., PO Box 361, Caledonia, ITTTTTnTTT mi 49316 �Page 8/The Sun and News. Middleville. Ml/June 3. 2003 Caledonia school board candidates answer questions by Cathy Rueter Staff Writer The community of Cale­ donia won’t be able to take in the traditional school board candidates’ forum this year on the local cable ac­ cess TV channel. Because of scheduling difficulties, the community forum is not possible this year. Therefore, Susie Hall, chairwoman of Caledonia Parents Advisory Council, has helped develop the fol­ lowing questions for the three candidates running for the two open positions on the Board of Education. The same questions were asked of all three. Candidates and their an­ swers are listed in alphabeti­ cal order. District voting is scheduled for Monday. June 9, when the polls will bbe open from 7 a.m. to 8 p.m. For further information about the election, call the administration building at 616-891-8185. • Dennis Atkinson. 47. has been married to wife Ju­ lie for 16 years. The couple has three children who are students in the Caledonia school system. They have lived in the Caledonia area for 10 years. His hobbies in­ clude outdoor activities and woodworking. Atkinson has been with Steelcase for 26 years and now is an information tech­ nology manager. He holds a bachelor of science degree Real Estate with Denise Maghielse MAGHIELSE aid Five Star Real Estate 616-977-0900 MIDDLEVILLE 5065 Country Ln. •164,900 Country living at it* finest! (M-37 S. of Ca/edcxwa, «. on FmAbwher to Country Lane, R.f Three-bedroom, 2-full bath ranch, 1,928 finished sq. ft. 1 33-acre lot, pnvate road. Thomapple Kellogg schools Custom kitchen, custom cabinets, built-tn dining Lower level for expansion ♦ two finished unofficial bedrooms. • Main floor laundry, air, home warranty L=J • • • • Cherry Valley Bob Bergy is running for one of the two open Caledonia District Board of Education seats. from Ferris State University, a master of business admini­ stration degree from West­ ern Michigan University and is a certified project man­ ager from the Project Man­ agement Institute. What do you feel are your qualifications as a trustee for the Caledonia Board of Education? Do you have any particular background/expertise that you feel would be an asset to you and/or the board if you were to be elected trustee? . Atkinson s background is varied, as he has been very active in the community for Greenhouse West Michigan’s Most Inspiring Retail Gardening Experience! Over 2 Acres of Annuals and Perennials n’s 3 Play Area For your shopping convenience! 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Atkinson also feels that his work background will be an asset to the board if he is elected. “People that know me best will tell you that my strongest trait is strategic vi­ sion and building a tactical plan to achieve it.” What are the top issues you would like to see the board address if you were elected? I believe that school fund­ ing is the most significant is­ sue we will face over the next three years. The changes enacted by Proposal A were a financial benefit to us as homeowners, but pre­ sented new challenges to school districts. The state has proven this year that there are no longer any guar­ antees for funding. The costs Steve Zoet invites eve­ ryone to come out and vote during the June 9 Caledonia School Board election. Zoet is running for one of two open seats to educate our children are rising, particularly for our special needs children. Dis­ tricts must rely on growth or severe cost cutting as the only means to absorb in­ creased costs; even then it is not likely to be enough. The funding model from the state must change if we arc to address this critical issue. “Another important issue is the demands for new lev­ els of accountability enacted by the federal ‘No Child Left Behind’ legislation. This change has placed strict measured improvement re­ quirements on school dis­ tricts. While the idea behind the legislation is valid, there are many aspects of the change that will result in ex­ cellent school districts across the state being la­ beled as failing. Virtually everyone involved in the education of our children, including parents and staff, are looking for more ac­ countability in the educa­ tional process. 1 believe that this accountability must be shared and balanced by all involved, including the fed­ eral government and the State of Michigan. As a board we must find a way to balance all of the pressures so that we do not compro­ mise the education of our children. What do you feel that the current board could be doing differently? What do you think the current board is doing correctly? Different: “Under our present funding model, dis­ tricts will never be able to assume consistent funding. The school board and the school administration will be required to make ex­ tremely difficult decisions about all aspects of educa­ tion on a very regular basis It will be necessary to build an even stronger leadership team that can address these issues in a way that is best for our children and our community." Correctly: “The board to­ day is made up of a group of individuals that represent a wide diversity of opinions. While that in itself is good, what is better is the amount of respect that exists be­ tween members and more specifically their ability to reach compromise for the gtxxi of the whole. The ex­ perience and skills that exist on this board will be impor­ tant in the selection of the new leader that will take our schools forward through a time of great change in edu­ cation. Caledonia School Dis­ trict is growing so quickly. If elected as trustee what do you see as your role in handling the growth? “I know very well about the growth, as I co-chaired the 18-month growth study for our district. The findings from that study lead to the recommendations for the re­ placement high school and the second middle school. “We knew that by only building a middle school, we would be in front of the vot­ ers again within five years to seek a new high school. Our proposal was to show fiscal responsibility to the commu­ nity by better leveraging the facilities we have. “I believe that my role is to continue on with that type of critical thinking in rela­ tionship to our facilities. Our other struggle will be to watch classroom sizes and Continued next page "Family Dentistry1 of Caledonia Welcoming New Patients Saturday, June 7th • 11 am - 3 pm • Free Dr Gary Scott, D.D.S. "Ask the Master Gardener” 9958 Cherry Valley Ave. SE Caledonia MSUE Barry County Master Gardener Association Several Master Gardners will be on hand to answer garden questions. 6900 N M37 Hwy Middleville Ml 49333 M37 Hwy, 2 miles south of Caledonia Hours: Mon - Fri 9-8, Sat. 9-6; Closed Sunday Call 269.795.8811 (616) 891-0004 Fax (616) 891-5170 Ask us about our new office Association We accept Mastercard, Visa & Discover �The Sun and News. Middleville. Ml/June 3. 2003/Page 9 From previous page add teaching staff as funding will allow.” The district seems to be positioned fairly stable fi­ nancially for the coming year, but the following year may likely bring more cuts. How do you think the district can/ should plan for this uncer­ tain future? “First we need to be care­ ful about making long-term financial commitments that we may not be able to sup­ port. The district technology director position is open for that reason. Wc need to con­ tinue to be a good steward of the community’s money by scrutinizing decisions for expenditure of funds. We need to better educate par­ ents and community mem­ bers about the risks wc face without adequate support from the State of Michigan. “In today’s news there is hardly a week that goes by without hearing of another school district with financial issues. Our community will need to lobby their con­ gressman for more state re­ sponsibility in the funding of our children's education.” With the district in the beginning stages of search­ ing out a new superinten­ dent. what characteristics/ qualities would you like to see in the person that is eventually hired? “I would like to sec ex­ cellent educational vision, a strong leader with great management skills and the ability to make effective, difficult decisions. I would like to sec a track record of high initiative coupled with accomplishments and strong fiscal management skills. Saving on home insurance is “No Problem.” I ■ | undreds of thousands r ™ T of families are saving money with Auto-Owners Insurance for their home and mobile homfr pvtection Stop Someone who builds trust and respect with commu­ nity. parents, staff and other school districts. The ability to inspire and grow people to be the best for our chil­ dren. Someone with excel­ lent board-superintendent relations.” Should you be elected, what do you see as your role as a trustee of the Caledonia Board of Edu­ cation? “My beliefs about my re­ sponsibilities and account­ ability to the community have never changed: Estab­ lish vision and performance objectives for the education of our children while focus­ ing on achievements that continue to make Caledonia school one that we are im­ mensely proud of. “I strive to uncover all the facts, empathize with the situation, challenge issues if necessary, and do so without a personal or professional agenda. Demonstrate integ­ rity, passion, dedication and commitment to all of my re­ sponsibilities. We must be better tomorrow than we are today while not losing sight of the values that got us to where we are. “I have worked to bring a change in how policy revi­ sions are reviewed within the board. I also introduced the board member ‘Adopt a Building' program as a way for board members to stay connected to activities in the various educational build­ ings. How would you like to see the Caledonia School District positioned in ten years? “I would like to sec Cale­ donia as an innovative dis­ trict that is recognized for its ability to inspire students to achieve high results. A school district that supports the variety of educational needs that exist with our stu­ dents. One whose students know how to learn and how to be good citizens through­ out their entire life. A com­ munity whose parents con­ tinue to stay strongly con­ nected to their children’s education. “I’d like to see (the Cale­ donia school district) finan­ cially strong; known for de­ veloping and attracting the best staff.” years. This gives me insight into financial and personal issues.” W hat are the top issues you would like to see the board address if vou were elected? “The number one issue is funding. Because of Pro­ posal A. we have no control over the amount of opera­ tional funds we receive. We have reduced our spending without reducing staff or cutting programs.” What do you feel that the current board could be doing differently? What do you think the current board is doing correctly? “The current board is working together very well. If we were to change any­ thing. I would want to have more in-depth discussions on the various issues that come before us.” Caledonia School Dis­ trict is growing so quickly. If elected as trustee what do you see as your role in handling the growth? “Growth has been a factor in this district for some time. As trustees we must seek as much information as possi­ ble in order to make the best decisions for the district.” The district seems to be positioned fairly stable fi­ nancially for the coming year, but the following year may likely bring more cuts. 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Main Street - 792-2963 Sponsored b\ Gavin Chevrolet-Buick-Pontiac, Inc. on M-37Middleville Gavin Ford-Mercury 1310 N Michigan in Hastings, Farrow’s Music on 44th St. in Grand Rapids, WBCH 100.1 FM in Hastings, Dan Valley’ Excavating in Middleville Jr Sponsors Aquatic Expressions, B & K Family Car Wash, Bruce’s Frame & Alignment, Ed’s Towing & Recovery , Greg Lydy Builders, King’s Electronics & Appliances, Mid Slate Plumbing. Middleville Marketplace, Ponderosa Golf Course, Progressive Graphics, Thornapple Kitchen, Tires 2000, Village Auto Sales, West Michigan Fireplace & Hearth I What do you feel are your qualifications as a trustee for the Caledonia Board of Education? Do you have an) particular background expertise that you feel would be an asset to you and or the board if you were to be elected trustee? “I have eight years expe­ rience on the board. 1 have proven myself to be trust­ worthy and open minded on all issues. I have managed a business for the past 10 “Many qualities are re­ quired of a superintendent. Among these are being an educational leader, a strong financial background and a visionary.” How would you like to see the Caledonia School District positioned in 10 years? “No one knows where we will be in 10 years, but our strategic plan has put us in position to continue to be one of the best. Keeping our strategic plan updated means we will always be in the right position year after year.” • Steve Zoet, (pro­ nounced Zoot). has been married to his wife Jill for 26 years. The couple has four children, the oldest of whom is at Michigan State University. The other three children are still in school at Caledonia. Zoet has been a resident of Caledonia for 40 years. He owns Zoet construc­ tion. residential builder. He enjoys fishing, hunting, sports activities, reading and family activities. Qualify for the Barry County Fair's lOtb Annual Karaoke Contest at one of the following locations: • Robert ’'Bob" Bergy. 56. and wife Cheryl have four girls, Lori. Carolyn. Sarah and Shari. All four are Caledonia graduates. Bcrgy is a lifelong resident of Caledonia. He is operations manager for Carleton Equip­ ment Company. His pas­ times and interests include trap and skeet shoothing, as well as golf. u* about W ith the district in the beginning stages of search­ ing out a new superinten­ dent. what characteristics qualities would you like to see in the person that is eventually hired? Should you be elected, what do you see as your role as a trustee of the Caledonia Board of Edu­ cation? "My role is to continue to manage, efficiently and ef­ fectively. all areas of our school district.” 1st Prize in and ask quality pn> “It is important to main­ tain our fund balance. We must continually look for ways to be more efficient without sacrificing a quality education.” real be 18 yean of age or older fur adult competition Contest rules are mailable at locations Open to all music varieties You must be 17 years of age or younger and must be accompanied by parent or guardian 2 Age Groups - 12 yrs & under - 13-17 years Qualifications start Fri., June 6th and In-House Finals Fri., June 27th MIDDLE VTLLA INN - 8:00 pm - 10:00 pm M-37 North of Middleville - 795-3640 Winners to Receive Over $600 in Prizes!!! For more information call Barry Expo Center, 616-945-2224 �Page 10/The Sun and News. MkJdteviHe. Ml/June 3. 2003 Cooperative fire, safety agreement may lower Caledonia insurance rates Caledonia's tanker truck being refilled, just as it would be during a real fire event, after which it would deliver water to the fire location to provide a continuous source of water until the fire is distinguished. Equipment made available by different fire departments, such as Caledonia's ladder truck, could be used cooperatively through a joint agreement to bring more kinds of equipment to a fire location, shortening arrival time and increasing capability and safety for both residents and fire fighters. by Ruth Zachary Staff Writer Trustee Bill Bravata told the Caledonia Township Board May 21 that a joint operating agreement idea is being worked out between several area township fire departments, and he hopes the board will approve the agreement at a future meet­ ing Several fire department representatives attended a presentation at a meeting May 13 in Gaines Township and a presentation on the proposed agreement will be made at a future board meeting, with consideration for approval. Township Supervisor Bryan Harrison said the mu­ tual agreement would help participating departments meet certain goals. "They have to have con­ tinuous water into the pumpers at 250 gallons a minute," he said, for exam­ ple. Trustee Bill Bravata, serving as chair of the Fire and Safety Committee, said, "What the ISO (Insurance Services Office) people do is say 'prove to us that out in the country you can haul water five miles and dump it Pennock ----------------------------------------------------- HEALTH fffl)SERVICES Health Careers Scholarship and Recruitment Open House Thursday, June 5, 2003 from 5-8 p.m. in the Pennock Hospital Conference Center Representatives from Grand Valley State University and Kellogg Community College will be in attendance. Take time to tour the Hospital and speak to representatives from a wide variety of hospital departments available to discuss current employment and scholarship opportunities, as well as requirements for various medical careers. Scholarship and Employment Applications available. Light refreshments will be served. For more information k X. ■ Call 269-948-3125 , ........... ............ ...... .... ..... / in these containers' to supply water at that rate.” Several departments also came to work jointly at a central location near the school Transportation Cen­ ter off Kraft May 21 to un­ dergo a field trial test of their joint capabilities to work together efficiently. Taking part in the test were departments from Caledo­ nia, Dutton, ThornappleYankec Springs, and Cutler­ ville. The criteria was based on both personnel and equipment from those de­ partments. Other departments also were present to offer sup­ port, including Alto. Byron Center, Moline Leighton and Wayland. Bennett said that the last ISO test was done in 1995, and normally they are done every 15 years. Because of the millage in Caledonia and the improved equipment Caledonia had been able to buy, officials felt another test would show a signifi­ cant improvement, and thus requested the test, which was scheduled for May. Bennett said one of the criteria is that those partici­ pating had to show they were able to get to a fire lo­ cation within five minutes and "all were under that time frame." Some took only three minutes or less. They must maintain a certain flow of water away from a fire hy­ drant in rural areas where there is no readily available water source. They must actually sus­ tain a water flow of 250 gal­ lons for a full hour. Fire Chief Brian Bennett later explained. But the depart­ ments that participated in the test, with use of the tanker shuttle, had shown they actually were able to pump 2.500 gallons per min­ ute, and sustain that flow for over an hour. Other criteria includes equipment tests and records, the department training re­ cord, and the performance test record. This information is taken back to ISO, which then feeds the data into a program that evaluates the capabilities of the depart­ ment in a given area, which then determines an appropri­ ate insurance rate. He said the goal of having the test is to increase fire safety hopefully lower insur­ ance rates for people living in the townships of the de­ partments which are able to meet the criteria. Bennett said the evalua­ tion will not come back until the end of this year, and would impact rates for 2004. Then the home owner would be able to re-apply for lower rates on fire insurance. Supervisor Bryan Harri­ son said if this could be achieved, "people would be so excited!" Fire & Safety Advisor Bill Thornton said, "You have to realize it's not only protection of citizens. We gotta protect our firefighters, too." "There is a two-in and two-out rule." This means two people inside a fire lo­ cation and two outside, and without four, they cannot go in to rescue anyone. Thornton said under the agreement three departments would combine their efforts so they interact with each other. "It’s a group effort." Under such a mutual agreement, "ISO, which is the insurance rating bureau ’ will look at the three depart­ ments and equipment used in all three departments" will work together as one unit. This would include manpower and utilities, he said. "If Caledonia is closer to a fire in Dutton, Caledonia would go. The closest de­ partment will respond. All three departments will probably respond to major fires," he said. Harrison pointed out the departments already operate under a mutual aid where they respond and help each other out. "Mutual aid means, I get there and then I call you." Thornton said. "This is auto­ matic aid." He added, "This has worked in a number of places." The presentation attended in Gaines Township by the different departments dealt not only with the agreement and response details, but Continued next page �The Sun and News. Middleville. Ml June 3. 2003/Page 11 University of Michigan honors 8 students from area From previous page also covered how the finan­ cial end of the agreement would work. This is ex­ pected to be dealt with when the plan is presented to the board.’ Bill Bravata said he was of the opinion it would not work differently on the fi­ nancial level than it does now. "The biggest thing I heard was, you have five minutes to save a family,” he said. “ Depending on the type of call these guys get, we may need to have two engines, a ladder truck and 12 guys all within five minutes. Many times, we don’t have that ca­ pability as a township. "But with this agreement we will put the equipment and the people there in time to do the job." The matter was raised by Fire Chief Brian Bennett in February, in his report on fire department activities. Area departments were seeking to work out coop­ erative joint operating agree­ ments between fire depart­ ments in neighboring com­ munities. He said the department would like to improve its range of services. He and Bravata were to arrange fact-finding discussions with other area fire chiefs. If the idea could be fully worked out, one department could buy a new engine, and have assistance from another department with a new tanker, for instance. It would be possible to prevent dupli­ cation of the same equip­ ment in all departments. "We would share re­ sources and stop doubling up," Bennett said. "These joint operating agreements seem the best way to go to cut costs and stay on top of it." Such an example of coop­ erative service has been ar­ ranged between EMS ambu­ lance providers. Life EMS serves Caledonia. Because Caledonia is several more miles away than other serv­ ice areas, in the case of two calls at the same time, the ambulance might have to go to only one, usually the clos­ est emergency site. Meanwhile Thornapple EMS might not be occupied, and is located closer to Cale­ donia. An EMS agreement would allow sending an am­ bulance from Thornapple Township to service the emergency. If there were fire depart­ ment agreements nearby emergencies could be han­ dled by trucks from other Caledonia and several other fire departments took part in an ISO test May 21 Here, water is being pumped at a mock fire site at a rate of 2,500 gallons per minute, though the test requires pumping one tenth that amount for one hour calls made. districts, such as Dutton or Harrison said in February Middleville. A Caledonia fire truck could go to a fire it would be important to look into liability and how on 108th if a Thoroapplc Township truck was other­ much use of the trucks was involved. He said it would wise occupied. be important to avoid mil­ ISO ratings are greatly improved when fire depart­ lage implications. Records would be kept to ments have such agreements see the system works equita­ in place and can improve bly between districts, Benservice. Bennett explained. So this led to the ISO test nett explained. An agree­ ment to share resources and and field trials May 21. Financially and jurisdic- make these agreements is tionally, it was explained in made at the township board February, departments level. would still operate much as "We're still in a fact find­ they are now. Caledonia ing mode" Bennett said. " would continue to keep its There is no set thing. It's own name and own ex­ what everybody can agree penses, and pay salaries for on." ‘In the Zone’ tennis camp is July 28-Aug. 1 Thornapple Kellogg High and includes a T-shirt. For signup and any ques­ School in Middleville will be host for “In the Zone” tions, call Steve Greene at tennis camp July 28 to Aug. (616) 889-5571. Call Greene for information about other 1 from 4 to 6:30 p.m. The camp will be divided “In the Zone” tennis camps into high school, middle in the area if you cannot at­ school and elementary tend the one in Middleville. school groups. Campers will learn the fundamentals, strategy and sportsmanship of tennis, through a variety of drills and games. Younger kids will use special low nets, and extra light balls to help improve their confidence and success rate. Certified tennis pros and high school coaches teach the camp. Cost is S75, ''Wooded Acreage in Middleville!^ r Eight area students were among the more than 9300 University of Michigan stu­ dents on the Ann Arbor campus who were recog­ nized for University Honors this spring. A total of 13,281 awards were given when the U of M held its annual Honors Con­ vocation. Of the total, 11,803 were University Honors (students must have 14 credit hours with 12 of those with a grade rather than pass-fail and a 3.5 grade point aver­ age) for one term during winter or fall of 2002. In addition, 1,190 stu­ dents were named James B. Angell Scholars. These stu­ dents must have 14 credit hours with 12 of those with a grade rather than pass-fail and also have maintained an all-A record for two or more consecutive terms as under­ graduates. Also, 288 members of the • Breyne Middleton of Middleville. College of Lit­ erature. Science & the Arts. University Honor and James B. Angell Scholar. • Julie Schumaker of Mid­ dleville. College of Engi­ neering. University Honor. freshman class received the William J. Branstrom Prize, a book of their choice, for ranking in the top 5 percent of their class. The local students, their hometowns, schools they at­ tend and type of awards: • Andrew Brown of Cale­ donia. College of Engineer­ ing. University Honor. • Kevin Ford of Caledo­ nia. College of Literature. Science & the Arts. Univer­ sity Honor and James B. Angell Scholar. • Brian Lillie of Caledo­ nia. Division of Kinesiol­ NEWEST CITIZEN ANNOUNCED ogy. University Honor. • Laura McGihon of Cale­ donia, School of Education. University Honor. • Daniel Mumaw of Cale­ donia, College of Engineer­ ing, University Honor. • Jennifer Sprague of Caledonia, College of Lit­ erature, Science & the Arts. University Honor. GIRL, Kaitlin Marie, burn at Northern Michigan Hos­ pital. Petoskey, on March 23. 2003 at 6:38 a m to Deanna Foote and Michael Reed of Alanson Weighing 7 lbs. I ozs. and 19 1/2 inch­ es long. Sisters. Brittany, Brandylee and Christina. Grandpar ents. Phil and Carol Reed of Alanson. Don and Dawn Foote of Caledonia. Reach over 11,000 area homes with an ad in the Sun & News. Call 945-9554 to place your ad today. 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Call: Tim Forell (616) 459-1404 Call Cindy to find out how she can help you with a mortgage, refinancing, home equity loan, line of credit, construction loan, and more. 30 Year Fixed Rate Mortgages 5.375% 629 W. State St., Hastings (Located across from K-mart) Parnwlre Ruad Excellent Wooded Build Sties! Paved Road! • Parcel 5 is Build to Sun call for details ‘Subject to township apprvs al of private road 5.723% APR 1.800.267.3830 MAV/TREET SAVINGS BANK Your Bank. Your Future, or 945.9561 -Annual Percentage Rate as of May 30, 2003. and rs subject to change I fN Equal Homing Lender Member EDk �Page 12/The Sun and News. MxJdtevile Ml/June 3. 2003 Middleville parade, ceremony honors fallen veterans Volunteers from the Middleville VFW and American Legion Posts were the color guard for the parade and ceremony The return of the TK orange car. The tires have orange stripes. Who knows what it will look like in 2004? The Middle School percussionist kept everyone in step GET ALL THE NEWS OF BARRY COUNTY! Subscribe to the Hastings Banner. Call 945-9554 for more information. The TK high School band played music both solemn and patriotic Christopher J. Hier, 616-891-1240 General Dentistry for Children & Adults — NEW PATIENTS WELCOME — Early Morning & Evening Appointments Available Conveniently located on M-37 in Caledonia (Right on the uay to orfrom work) Quality dental care in a relaxed and friendly atmosphere. Your Smile rbe First Thing People See! These re enactors reminded the crowd that Deco­ ration Day (later named Memorial Day) began after the end of the Civi War Check out next week’s The photos from the Middlevile Memorial Day com­ Sun and News for photo­ memorations are by Patricia graphs from the Caledonia Memorial Day observances. Johns. �The Sun and News MiddtevtMe. Ml/June 3. 2003/Page 13 Some cars needed a little push (and later a pull from one of the tractors) Ashley Aspinall played Taps for a final salute to close the service At the ready for the 21 gun salute. Even the shad­ ows stood at attention. See us for color copies, one-hour photo processing and all your printing needs. WIWI® 1351 N. M-43 Hwy. 0 Hastings. At the gray barn Local Boy Scouts joined the parade after helping with the Memorial Day Breakfast held this year in the TTES fire bam. �Page 14/The Sun and News. Middleville Ml/June 3. 2003 TK School Board moves forward with special ed busing plan by Patricia Johns Staff Writer After a special school board meeting May 29 that was both dramatic and emo­ tional, the Thomapple Kel­ logg School Board agreed to continue work on a collabo­ rative special education bus­ ing plan. Parents attended the meet­ ing with their special educa­ tion children who attend out of district programs. Following emotional tes­ timony from parents and the school bus drivers who transport the kids to out of district for special education programs, the board adopted a resolution allowing the district to work with the Kent Intermediate School District to form a collabora­ tive busing arrangement. The Kent Intermediate School District has recom­ mended to the 13 districts in Region 1 and 2 of the K1SD that combining busing for special education students throughout the district would save money and pro­ vide more grant application opportunities. The bus driv­ ers then would become em­ ployees of the KISD. Dean Quality work at competitive prices Senior Citizen Discounts Transportation, a private company would provide routes and scheduling through a contract with the KISD Representatives from the KISD. local drivers and transportation directors and union representatives are still working on the contract During the discussion of the resolution Superinten­ dent Kevin Konarska said the local district would not sign the contract if it did not meet TK’s expectations and requirements. It is estimated that the district would save between $160,000 and $170,000 if this new system is approved. The school would receive these funds at the start of the next budget year. Parents in the audience brought worries that this de­ cision is being made too quickly. Parents were con­ cerned that special education students who need extra sta­ bility will be at a disadvan­ tage if bus drivers should change Many parents spoke about their fears and that the money being saved wouldn't be worth the experiment. Bus driver Deb Donker Written Labor Warranty Licensed and Insured RESIDENTIAL ROOFING SPECIALIST Tear-offs & Re-roofs ALL STAR ROOFING Call us for a free Professional Estimate _______ (616) S77-4253_______ talked about how she is con­ cerned about the loss of community that would occur if the district was to go to this new plan. Bus drivers who don’t live in the district will be able to bid on open routes and she is concerned that someone from outside the area might not care as much for TK students. Parents and drivers also said TK students would spend more time on buses. Konarska and Transporta­ tion Jeff Schilthroat assured parents that right now unless new students move into the district, the routes for the coming year should remain the same. For bus drivers the pro­ posed cooperative effort causes other problems. In future years, their salaries may be reduced. Benefits are still being negotiated. For the first year of the con­ tract, TK bus drivers will keep their seniority. School board members asked the drivers to give the experi­ ment a year. There is an opt out provi­ sion in the contract that will allow the district to evaluate whether the cooperative ef­ fort provided the service that was promised. Other parents told the board that a decision to go with the KISD plan would impact kids and the drivers who befriend and support them. Board President Dave Smith told the parents that everything possible was done to investigate this pro­ posal thoroughly. The dis­ trict has held meetings with Yankee Springs Golf Course Summer Junior Golf Program Ages 8 to 16 Schedule June 11th - 16th - 18th & 30th July 2nd - 7th & the 9th (Tournament) Advanced are at 8:30 & Beginners are at 9:00 Time: 8:30 - 9:00 am Start - Finish around 11:30 to noon Cost: $4.00 per person each week. $2.00 per person (Y.S. Member) each week Sign up sheet at Pro-shop or call 269-795-3356 Bring your own clubs as junior sets are limited. Instructors: MUUlet'Ule T.K. Golf Coaches Yankee Springs Golf Course 12300 Bowens Mills Road • 269-795-904”T drivers, parents and the su­ perintendent has met with KISD representatives. Konarska told parents that the district has not forgotten students with special needs. The district is trying to the best for all children in the district. Members of the school board told parents they trusted those in the district who have provided research on this issue. They said they are taking this decision seri­ ously. Parents also wanted assur­ ance that they could review the contract before it was signed. Some of the drivers were also concerned about the definitions that would be included such as “signifi­ cant” change. One driver was concerned that if TK drivers go to the KISD they will lose senior­ ity and other benefits and that TK drivers would not have choice of bus routes in TK. There was also a con­ cern that less qualified driv­ ers with less experience with special needs students would be hired. Board member Don Haney tned to assure par­ ents that only those who are truly concerned with stu­ dents become bus drivers. Special education director Mari Price spoke with spe­ cial education directors and parents from other districts who have had cooperative busing systems in place. There have been occasional problems with individual bus drivers, but for the most part the system has been “ seamless.” Konarska said the goal was the seamless continuanceof the service. Board member Dan Parker who is well known for his support of the TK bus drivers and lobbying for more federal special education funds, told the parents, “I feel confident that we are up to date on in­ formation on the new sys­ tem." He asked the parents and drivers to “trust" their judgment. Parents and bus drivers also objected to the fact that representatives from the KISD and Dean Transporta­ tion were not at the meeting to answer their questions. Konarska said he will check to make sure the KISD will do the same kind of screen­ ing of drivers TK is required to do. The discussion stressed that the board s understand­ ing is that routes would stay the same, the routes will be driven by the same drivers (if they choose to do so) for at least the first year. The district will be answering questions from parents and working out problems lo­ cally, the buses will say KISD and Dean Transporta­ tion will use this year to set up its system. The district then can opt out if the con­ tract is not upheld. Konarska encouraged par­ ents to call him with their concerns. He will be meet­ ing with the bus drivers to­ day, June 3, to review the contract and answer ques­ tions. Synopsis of Minutes VILLAGE OF MIDDLEVILLE SYNOPSIS VILLAGE OF MIDDLEVILLE, MICHIGAN COUNCIL MEETING MINUTES MAY 13, 2003 The regular meeting of the Village of Middleville. Michigan Council was called to order at 7:02 PM by Mr. Lon Myers, Council President of the Village of Middleville. Michigan, in the Council Chamber of the Village Hall. Members present: Mr Floyd Bray, Mrs. Dorothy Corson, Mr. William Kenyon, Mr Michael Lytle, Mr. Lon Myers. Mr. Charles Pullen and Mrs Marilyn VandenBerg Minutes of the April 22, 2003 meeting were approved as written. The Agenda was approved as writ­ ten. New Reserve Police Officer Kurt Knoertzer was administered the oath of office. ACTIONS TAKEN 1. Adopted Resolution #03014, authorizing signature to the MDOT contract #03-5254 for West Main Street reconstruction on a motion made by Mr. Bray and supported by Mr Lytle. Roll call vote resulted in all Ayes 2. Adopted Resolution #03015, Retain Vamum, Riddenng, Schmidt and Howlett for Proposed New Cable Franchise Agreement with Charter Communications Roll call vote resulted in all Ayes. 3 Re-appoint Dave Newman. Lon Myers and Eldon Newmyer to the LDFA Michael Lytle. Rick Winans Kevin McGee and Rex Schad to the DDA; Mike Balsas to the Planning Commission Mike Bremer to the Housing Commission: and appointed Mike Bremer to the ZBA on a motion made by Mr Bray and supported by Mrs VandenBerg 4 Approved the invoices dated May 09. 2003 in the amount of $157,429 54 on a motion made by Mr Pullen and supported by Mrs VandenBerg 5 Approved the bid from Cummins Bridgeway Power in the amount of $4890 to install a new transfer switch in the Irving Road water well system on a motion made by Mr Bray and supported by Mr Lytle 6 Adjourned the meeting at 7 39 PM on a motion made by Mr Bray and supported by Mr Lytle Respectfully submitted. Rhonda L. Fisk. Clerk The completed text of the min­ utes may be read at the Village Hall between the hours of 9 00 AM and 5 00 PM. Monday through Friday (321) J SUMMER JOBS J S Packers of quality frozen vegetables General Labor W ALL JOB SEEKERS Wh* Retirees, housewives and teens Q? If you need extra $$$ Jgf Days and nights available W NEED FOR JULY, AUGUST & SEPTEMBER W Call 616-374-8837 ... for additional information W jgf Apply Monday thru Friday 8am to 4 pm TWIN CITY FOODS 5 1315 SHERMAN ST. LAKE ODESSA, MI J* E.O.E JF �The Sun and News. Middleville. Ml/June 3. 2003/Page 15 Freeport, Yankee Springs water towers to arrive in ‘04 1 This bright blue water tower will be replaced in 2004 Charter Township of CALEDONIA MEETING NOTICE A Regular Meeting of the Charter Township of Caledonia Board of Trustees will be held beginning al 7 00 p m on Wednesday. June 4th. 2003, at the Caledonia Township Village Hall. 250 Maple Street. Caledonia, Michigan NOTE Individuals with disabili­ ties may request auxiliary aids and services for the meeting by contacting the Township Clerk at (616) 891-0070. TENTATIVE AGENDA 1. CALL TO ORDER/ROLL CALL 2. PLEDGE OF ALLE­ GIANCE AND INVOCATION 3. CONSIDERATION OF THE MEETING AGENDA 4. PUBLIC COMMENT (2 MINUTES) 5. APPROVAL OF CONSENT AGENDA A. Minutes of the May 21, 2003 Meeting B Correspondence Not requiring Board Action C. Approval to Pay Bills D 1st Reading Request by Steketee & DenHarttgh to Rezone Land From Agnculture to Medium Density Multiple Family E. 1st Reading request by Steketee to rezone land from PUD & Agriculture to General Business 6 INQUIRY OF CONFLICT OF INTEREST 7 REPORT FROM BOARD OFFICERS AND STAFF 8. CORRESPONDENCE 9. UNFINISHED BUSINESS A 2nd Reading. Zoning Districts; Agricultural. Rural Residential. Low Density Single Family; Medium Density Single Family; Medium Density Multiple Family Ordinance B 2nd Reading: Neighborhood Business; General Business: Light Industrial; Industrial Districts Ordinance C. 2nd Reading: Special Land Uses Ordinance D 2nd Reading: Definitions; General Provisions; Site Condominiums Ordinance E. 2nd Reading: Amendment on PUD Applications 10. NEW BUSINESS A Hometown Hero B Zoning Administrator C. Resolution to Approve the Library Property Purchase Agreement 11. BOARD COMMENTS 12. PUBLIC COMMENT (5 MINUTES) 13. ADJOURNMENT (322) VILLAGE OF MIDDLEVILLE 7JXCb' NOTICE OF PUBLIC HEARING ON INCREASING TAXES PURSUANT **kig^ T0 TRUTH IN TAXATION The Village Counci of the Vilage of Middleville w« hold a public hearing at 7 pm on Tuesday, the 10th day of June. 2003, to the VAage Hal. 100 East Man Street. MiddtevAe Michigan, to receive testwnony and discuss a proposed addi­ tional 2003 Vilage of Mtodtevihe operating tax milage rate The Village levied 11.0739 m*s in 2002 N taxes are not increased toMowng the public heamg. pursuant to Act 5 of Public Acts of 1982. toe Village w* only be able to levy 10 6553 to 2003 However the Vilage ot MtodtevAe has complete authorfly to establish the number ot mfc to be levied wthn its authorized milage rate In order to mantar its base munopai sendees toe VAage proposes to levy an additional 0.4186 additional m*s ($0 4186 per $1 000 SEV) above toe 10 6553 m* base tax rate. or a total operating rate of 11 0739 m*s ($11 0739 per $1,000 SEV) This w* provide an estimated 3 92% increase n Vilage operating revenues over such revenues generated without holding a pubic hearing If the proposed addtoonai maage rate is not approved, the operating 'evenue wa ncrease by 7 38% over operating revenues n 2002 May 27. 2003 Rhonda Fisk, Village Clerk 100 E. Main Street 269 795 3385 Residents of Freeport and Yankee Springs will see a new addition to their sky* lines next year with new wa­ ter towers. In Freeport the existing w ater tower will be replaced and new wells drilled This, along with replacing outdated and undersized wa­ ter lines, should greatly im­ prove the quality of water service in the village, local officials say. Village President Tim Fish said. 'The work replac­ ing the water lines has al­ ready begun. The water tower will be erected in 2004.” In Yankee Springs the preliminary work, including a connection under M-179, has been completed. The bids have been awarded and the water tower will be con­ structed on site in 2004. "We were at the limit of the connections the Depart­ ment of Environmental Yankee Springs owns an acre behind Sand Ridge Bank for its new water tower Quality allowed to put on Yankee Springs systems arc the Drinking Water Rcvolv the old system,” Supervisor being built with loans from mg Fund. Al McCrumb said. “The new 200,000 gallon capacity will allow us to add new customers and provide better fire service.” However, he said he does see this new tower bringing J-Ad Graphics located in Hastings, Ml is seeking a super more development to the visor to oversee its inserting operations Job duties township. include organization, planning and monitoring of all per “We have developers ask­ sonnel and production processes Job is a hands on ing when they can hook up operation with mechanical aptitude and the ability to to the system," he said. The manage multiple-task simultaneously a must Individual exisiting water system was should have strong communication skills and leadership buildt to avoid a plume of abilities Position is full time with benefits and reports to contamination in Section 19 Again this year, Yankee of the township. The DEQ the Plant Manager Pay commensurate with experience Springs Golf Course will be required that once there To apply send resume to J-Ad Graphics, P0 Box 188 offering a junior golf pro­ were 150 connections on the Hastings, Ml 49058, attention Ernest Appleyard, or apply gram for ages eigh. through system, a water tower would In person at 1351 N M-43 Highway. 15. have to be built. The dates are June 11, 16, Both the Freeport and 1J8, 30, and July 2 and 7. The program ends on July 9 with a final tournament. Advanced golfers will be­ gin at 8:30 a.m., with begin­ NOTICE OF REGULAR ELECTION OF THE ELECTORS OF ners starting at 9 a.m. THORNAPPLE KELLOGG SCHOOL The cost is $4 for non­ members and $2 for mem­ BARRY, ALLEGAN, KENT AND IONIA COUNTIES, MICHIGAN bers. TO BE HELD JUNE 9, 2003 Call (269) 795-9047 to TO THE ELECTORS OF THE SCHOOL DISTRICT: sign-up or if you have any Please take notice that the regular election of the school district will be held on Monday, June questions. INSERT DEPARTMENT SUPERVISOR Junior golf program tees off June 11 REGULAR SCHOOL ELECTION 9, 2003. Rescue, continued from page 7------have had one positive effect on DeLoach. The kid who was afraid of the water two years ago is considering be­ coming a lifeguard now. "I know I can do it. I trust myself now," he said. The day following this harrowing adventure Stapish was able to celebrate her 50th birthday. With a mischevious grin, DeLoach revealed w hat he and his sis­ ters got their mom for her birthday. "We gave her a black cake, black balloons and a cane. She laughed about it." Stapish is just thankful to still be around to laugh about birthday pranks, thanks to the quick thinking of her son. a couple of help­ ers with a cell phone and Robert May She said. "They’re my he­ roes." WWF pint! four Smi NewsACTION-Ad. THE POLLS OF ELECTION WILL OPEN AT 7 O’CLOCK IN THE MORNING AND CLOSE AT 8 O’CLOCK IN THE EVENING. At the regular school election there will be elected two (2) members to the board of education of the district for full terms of four (4) years ending to 2007 THE FOLLOWING PERSONS HAVE BEEN NOMINATED TO FILL SUCH VACANCIES: James A Nelson Tom Ward Martin P Wenger Write-in candidates must file a Declaration of Intent on or before 4 p m Friday. June 6. 2003 GRAND RAPIDS COMMUNITY COLLEGE REGULAR BIENNIAL ELECTION PLEASE TAKE FURTHER NOTICE that the Regular Biennial Election of Grand Rapids Community College. Mchigan will be held at the same time and at the same votng places as the regular school election on Monday, June 9. 2003. and w4 be conducted by the same school officials for those electors of the Community College District residing m this school district At the Regular Biennial Election there will be elected three (3) members tor the office ot Community College District Trustee for full terms of six (6) years ending June 30. 2009 THE FOLLOWING PERSONS HAVE BEEN NOMINATED TO FILL SUCH VACANCIES: SIX YEAR TERMS (VOTE FOR NOT MORE THAN 3) Elton M James Gary P Schenk Richard W Vertxirg Wnte-n candidates must He a Declaration of Intent on or before 4 pm Friday, June 6. 2003 Voong Place Vobng Place THE VOTING PLACES ARE AS FOLLOWS: PRECINCT NO. 1 Thomappte Ketogg High School. Mtodienfte Mch^jan The first precinct consists of an toe territory of toe School District, ndudmg Preonct »2 of Irving Township except toe Townships of Cartton, Bowne. Campbell and Precinct #1 of Irving Township PRECINCT NO. 2 Freeport Vilage Ha#. Freeport, Merman The second preend comets of the Townships of Cartion, Bowne Campbell and Precnct #1 of Irving Township, located wflhn toe School District A# school electors who are registered wflh toe efly or township clerk of toe city or township tn whch they restoe are eiigote to vote at tots election Th«s Notice a given by order ot toe board of education S-.'-r-d'. Board s’ Educator ______________________ �Page 16/Tbe Sun and News. MiddleviHe. Ml/June 3. 2003 School board candidates, continued from page 9 Board of Education? Do you have any particular background/expertise that you feel would be an asset to you and/or the board if you were to be elected trustee? “I’ve been a community member for 40 years, so I know the values and tradi­ tions of the area. Also, I’m a retired teacher, I taught in Coopersville for 21 years and understand the educa­ tional system. “I run my own construc­ tion business. In running the business you have to make financial decisions, so I feel that would be a help. We’re going to have to make many financial decisions at the school in the near future. It’s easy to run a program when there’s enough money, but 1 think it’s going to be tough for the board to run pro­ Looking for a printer? CU.LL LiU rry Lf caught having to do tempo­ grams when they have to board address if you were rary fixes to accommodate make decisions as to what elected? “There are several top is­ for the growth. That comes needs to be cut. That's from good planning. One of where I think my back­ sues. First and foremost ground in educational will right now is the hiring of the the big players is Lansing; be beneficial. I’m not afraid new superintendent and ath­ you never know what's go­ ing to happen from them. letic director. to take a stand. “Long range and ongoing We need to try to regain “I was on the strategic athletic review rommittee are many financial adjust­ some local control over our for Caledonia. While a ments that need to be made schools and not have it con­ trolled so much by Lans­ teacher at Coopersville, I due to the many cuts from ing." was on many educational Lansing. I would like to see committees that met inter­ some type of cooperative The district seems to be management style. There are mittently. positioned fairly stable fi­ some smaller issues but that I work well with others. nancially for the coming “I’m a quiet and caring would hit the big ones.” year but the following year person but l’m not afraid to What do you feel that may likely bring more take a stand. I may not nec­ essarily be politically cor­ the current board could be cuts. How do you think the rect: I’ll always weigh in on doing differently? W hat do district can should plan for this uncertain future? the side of the children. I you think the current “It kind of goes back to usually think before I speak. board is doing correctly? I’d say those are some of my Differently: “I think that my previous statements. largest attributes for running what they could be doing Number one you need to be for school board.” out there and talk to all staff. differently is seeking out Talk to your janitors, talk to What are the top issues more input from the entire you would like to see the staff. Instead of just asking your long term bus drivers, talk to your teachers. Invite the administrative staff they could and should be going to them in on meetings, not just the top officials. In a co­ the schools and doing visits. Going into the classrooms, operative management style, everybody is part of the de­ not in the formal sense, but going in and seeing what’s cision making process. “So you don’t have later, happening and let their pres­ ‘why did they do this,’ it’s ence be known. Not from a ‘why did we do this.’ It threatening standpoint but should not be a top-down just from an informative view. Casual walk-throughs, management style.” not only when you’re in­ With the district in the vited. kind of just showing up and seeing what’s hap­ beginning stages of search­ ing for a new superinten­ pening.” dent, what characteristics/ Correctly: “First of all, 1 qualities would you like to think they are all caring, educated people. They’ve see in the person eventu­ ally hired? got some tough decisions to “First of all would be make coming up with the fi­ nancial cuts.” County's Complete nting puny Full Service From Start to Finish! • 1 Hour Photo Processing • Fun Color Copying • Addressing • Complete Binding • Signs • Laminating... and more! 1351 It M-43 Highway Hastings, Ml 49058 (269) 945-9554 Caledonia School Dis­ trict is growing so quickly. If elected as trustee what do you see as your role in handling the growth? “The role of any trustee is to protect the education of the child and also provide a safe environment to go to school. In doing that, to en­ sure the value of the com­ munity, both morally and fi­ nancially. “What needs to be done is, you need to look at your projected growths, not lag behind on them, stay current with them so that you’re not knowledge of the education process or system, and that doesn't necessarily mean ex­ perience. Being a friendly, cooperative person. Afford­ able. If you're friendly, knowledgeable, willing to work hard and be reason­ able. you can usually find solutions to any problem and to me that's what a su­ perintendent is. A person that is able to resolve those problems. To do this shows a good leader, which a su­ perintendent should be.” Should you be elected, what do you see as your role as a trustee of the Caledonia Board of Edu­ cation? “First and foremost is to protect the educational envi­ ronment for the children. To provide and ensure the safety and quality of their education. “I think as a trustee one of the main things is to en­ sure the quality of the whole school system, which por­ trays the quality of the com­ munity that you’re repre­ senting. It keeps the values of your community both morally and financially high. How would you like to see the Caledonia School District positioned in ten years? “I would like to see it as an exemplary school district and in saying so, I think things that are in the near fu­ ture are Internet learning and computer assisted athome learning. I think I'd like to see them have some kind of flexible scheduling, if possible. I think that in ten years we will be a school system with more than one high school due to projected growth. “I would like to see a good working relationship between the School board and the entire school system where everybody’s working together to solve issues: where everyone feels free to bring issues to the board members. “I'd like to see the school system have a paramount staff through staff develop­ ment. To me that's the key issue right there. To me a school is not bricks and mortar. People make the school, not necessarily the books and how many com­ puters you have or what you look like. It's how well your people system is working and how much they care for each other. That to me starts with staff development, hir­ ing the most qualified per­ son, regardless of race or gender or who they know. “I’d like to encourage people to come out to vote because last time there were less than 10% that turned out to vote. Then you start getting special interests and not the representation of the Community. Call three or four of your friends and re­ mind them to vote on June 9.” TK schools tackling tough budget issues by Patricia Johns Staff Writer Thornapple Kellogg School Superintendent Kevin Konarska says he knows his honeymoon with the district has ended as he begins to wrestle with tough issues such as state budget shortfalls and balancing the local school budget. Konarska said the TK dis­ trict is working very dili­ gently to maintain as many programs as possible while staying within the funds that will be available. The dis­ trict had offered an early severance package for eligi­ ble employees and while the final numbers of retiring staff are not available, the district has decided to make some changes at the middle school. Staff at the middle school will be reduced by at least three positions. Exploratory classes will be changed for this coming year. Staff at the school also are working on a new schedule. Letters will be going home to parents and stu­ dents about these changes in the next three weeks. Konarska said, “We hope that some of these changes will be temporary. We also are looking for ways to bet­ ter serve the needs of the students.” Konarska also is aware of the new bills going through the State Legislature that would allow districts to have school in session for fewer than 180 days as long as the district meets the required total of 1,098 hours during the academic year. “We will look at this care­ fully, if it is passed, to see if changes will help us save money while providing the best education possible,” Konarska said. In Hastings Superinten­ dent Carl Schoesscl has said that the district is looking at extending the school day by 30 minutes, which would al­ low the district to save money by starting after La­ bor Day and ending cither before Memorial Day or just after. Konarska said that serv­ ing the needs of children is the highest priority in the school district and this is where decisions will be made Cost cutting will be a con­ tinuing concern for at least the next year until the econ­ omy in Michigan improves. JB HARRISON INSURANCE AGENCY COMPETITIVE HOME RATES Hastings Mutual Insurance Company wwwJusang^wuuaLcocn Daniel Urich 6090 Alden Nash, Alto Judy Harrison 868-0050 �The Sun and News, Middle\nlle. Ml/June 3, 2003/Page 17 CHS graduation, continued from page 1 Miami University Honors and Scholars Award, Miami University Portfolio Compe­ tition Scholarship, Kalama­ zoo College Honors Tuition Scholarship and Kentwood Educational Support Person­ nel Association Scholarship. Shari Bergy, Calvin Honors Scholarship, Emily Birtles, Ota-Kia Scholarship. An­ drew Blanchard, Western Michigan University Achievement Scholarship. C aledonia American Legion Post #305 Scholarship Award; Natasha Boykov, Cornerstone Presidential Scholarship. Caledonia Edu­ cation Association Scholar­ ship; Rebecca Busfield, Cor­ nerstone Athletic Scholar­ ship; Timothy Cerchia, Caledonia Community Play­ ers Scholarship Award; Mat­ thew Cook, Rich DeVos Faculty Scholarship, GVSU Award of Excellence, L.V. Eberhard Business Scholar­ ship and CHS Outstanding Markcting/Business Student of the Year; Zoe Couretas, University of Michigan Re­ gents Award; Jonathan Dan­ iel. North American Nature Photography Association Scholarship. WGVU Senior All-Star Award, Daughters of the American Revolution Scholarship Nominee; Amanda Danielson, Hope College Presidential Schol­ arship. Hope College Fresh­ man Music Award; E mily Dannison, Western Michigan University Medal­ lion Scholar. WMU Alumni Scholarship, WMU Board of Trustees; Hannah Ezinga. Regents Scholarship, .MTGSC Gold Award. Michigan Merit Pius Schol­ arship; CHS English Depart­ ment Award; Stephanie Gerst, Congressman Vernon J. Ehlers’ Medal of Merit Recipient; Katherine Gil­ bert, Northwood Freedom Scholarship; Jonathan Hekman, CHS Science Depart­ ment Award; William John­ son. IAA Award; Danielle Jones. Grand Rapids Com­ munity College Board of Trustees High School Scholar; Dorothy Jones, GRCC Board of Trustees High School Scholar; Greg­ ory Jousma. Mike Burrill Memorial Scholarship, Na­ tional Wild Turkey Federa­ tion Scholarship; Angela Kline, Caledonia Commu­ nity Players Scholarship Award and CHS Drama Award; Kacie Kozlowski, KIEA Scholarship; Amy Jo Leatherman, CMU Dean’s Scholarship Award, CMU Board of Trustees Honors Scholarship; Kaye Litteli, 2003 Monsignor Bukowski Honor Scholarship; Jenna McIntyre. Northland Aca­ demic Scholarship. North­ land Leadership & Service Scholarship; Joy Micdema, Bert Price Diversity Award, Helen Claytor Award, Aca­ demic Award of Excellence; Patrick O’Connor, Ferris State University Dean’s Scholarship, FSU Honors Residential L ife Scholarship; Matthew Paarlberg, National Merit Scholarship Award: Erin Peacy. Alpha Beta Award; Kyler Pentecost. Union Uni­ versity Presidential Scholar­ ship. Ralph Keating Award: Emily Petz. 2003 Presiden­ tial Leadership Award, 2003 Alumni Scholarship Award; Anthony Pike. Johnson Out­ doors Sons &. Daughters Scholarship; Anthony Reed. Michigan Education Asso­ ciation Scholarship; Megan Rinard, Alma Academic Scholarship, Alma Instru­ mental Music Scholarship: Amanda Rogers. Patricia Winchester Vanderbilt Scholarship; Tyler Ross. Amy Lou Barnaby Charita­ ble Foundation Scholarship; Jillian Russell. DECA Stu­ dent of the Yean Kimberly Russell. Elton Smith Memo­ rial Scholarship and Eva Finkbeiner Memorial Schol­ arship; Kaitlyn Ryan. ROTC Athletic Award, Grinnell College Scholarship. CHS Therrian Award; Carlie Sanxter, Miami Honors Award. Miami University General Scholarship, Miami Western Scholarship, C.H.S. Science Department Award; Molly Spica, Michigan H.S. Rodeo Presidents Scholar­ ship. Dorothy South Memo­ rial Scholarship, FFA State Star in Agricultural Place­ ment Award; Patrick Spitzley, MSU Outstanding Junior Award, Detroit Free Press Scholar-Athlete Award; Elizabeth Stanley, Helen Askey-Hanson Schol­ arship, Millard Engle Award, DECA International Career Development Con­ ference Finalist. DECA Stu­ dent of the Year: Olga Starchenko. Women's Choii Award: Sadie Steiner. Cal­ vary Christian Ministry Scholarship. Calvary Chris­ tian Worker Scholarship: Timothy Stouffer, Daven­ port University Trustee Scholarship; Christopher West. GVSU Award of Ex­ cellence. Kirkhoff Engineer­ ing Scholarship; Amanda White, CMU Board of Trus­ tees Honors Scholarship: Jenny Workman. Alice Steeby Memorial Scholar­ ship; Lindsey Wyma, Trot­ ter Tri-County Scholarship; Matthew Ziesemer, GRCC Scholarship. Elks Most Valuable Student Scholar­ ship; Arturo Ziraldo. West­ ern Michigan University Academic Scholarship, WMU Music Scholarship and Rachel Zylstra. CMU Board of Trustees Honors Scholarship. Superintendent Douglas Busman formally accepted the graduating Class of 2003 after Principal Ron Moag presented them to the Cale­ donia Board of Education and the large audience of family and friends. Julie Sielawa and Lori Trutsch. along with the board, awarded the diplomas to each senior. The senior Choraliares joined the rest of the group for one last song as a choir with "Alma Mater” before Kyler Pente­ cost gave the benediction. Pentecost prayed that the Caledonia Class of 2003 will make a lasting impact on life. Peacy. in her earlier class address, may have said it the best, “Wherever you're headed, never forget you're a Fighting Scot. Let’s leave through these doors know­ ing we can do it.” See us for color copies, one-hour photo processing and all your printing needs. 1351 N. M-43 Hwy., Hastings. 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Young Editor Caledonia junior Angie Maxey was state champion in the pole vault and Thor­ napple Kellogg junior Dar­ rin Tape was runner-up in the 100-meter dash in the Michigan High School Ath­ letic Association state meet Saturday at Caledonia High School. Maxey soared 11 feet in her specialty to outperform rivals Emily Franks of Stur­ gis and Rebekah I .aman of Ludington, both of whom made 10-9, but couldn’t clear 11-0. Maxey, who was state runner-up a year ago when she cleared 11-2, has only one mountain left to conquer in her senior year, the state record of 11-10 by Stephanie Tceplc of Sturgis in 2000. Maxey won the confer­ ence and regional crowns by going 10-6, but her stiffest competitors at the state meet on her home turf already had gone 11-0 al some point in the season. Coach Joe Zomerlci said before the meet that he be­ lieved Maxey could pull off a slate title, “with just a little bit ol hnk Teammate Mindy Bode threw the discus 119-9 to finish fifth in that event and give the Fighting Scots a fi­ nal team tally of 14 points, gcxxl for a lie for 11th place with Grosse He and only a point away from 10th, which was taken by Grand Rapids Christian, the squad that barely beat the Caledonia for the regional crown. Tape scored twice for the Middleville boys, finishing runner-up in the 100 dash with a time of 11.02 sec­ onds. Brian Brighton of Al- Angie Maxey (far right) smiles as she stands on the awards podium for winning the Division II state championship in the pole vault. 11 team points, good for a top 25 finish in the team tally. The Caledonia boys’ 1600-meter relay team, with Sean Morgan. Jim Haisma, Jon Hekman and Pat O’Con­ nor, had a disappointing day, finishing eighth in the last event of the meet. The quartet two weeks before Caledonia’s Angie Maxey is a study in intensity as had set the school record in she approaches the bar in the pole vault. She cleared 3:26.31, won the regional 10-6 in this effort. len Park won it in 10.82 sec­ onds. Tape broke the school re­ cord in the event by running a 10.7 in the first prelimi­ nary race. Tape earned an eighth­ place finish in the 200-meter dash with a time of 25.2 sec­ onds. Middleville boys also scored in the high jump, as junior Jordan Hartley fin­ ished in a tie for sixth by clearing 6-3. The Trojans finished with relay team of Can Butcher. Julie Slot. Katie Dingman and Becca Busfield, which just missed eighth place by recording a time of 4:11, more than four seconds bet­ ter than their qualifying time in the regional two weeks earlier. Detroit Renaissance won the Division II meet handily with 67 team points and OK Blue Conference cham­ pion Coopersville was sec­ ond with 50. O-K Gold Con­ ference rival Grand Rapids South Christian was fifth with 24 points, most of them because of the individual ef­ forts of Lisa Winkle, who took first in the long jump and second in the 110-mctcr high hurdles. Farmington Hills Harri­ son was first in the boys’ competition and Stevens­ ville Lakeshore was second. Several state Division II records were set by the Wyoming Park 3200-meter relay team (7:57.59). Joe Hover of Stevensville Lake* shore in the discus (195-06) and Zach Labrecque of Harper Creek in the 2()0-mctcr dash (:21.94). Jim Pancoast of Lake­ shore was a double winner, setting a state record in the 800-meter run with a time of 1:53.74. but his docking in the 1600 meters was slower than the record 4:13.47 set in 2001 by Caledonia’s Tim Ross. Ross, now a freshman at the University of Mis souri, also still holds the Di­ vision II record in the 3200 with a time of 9:10.58. HOI US: 9175 Cherry Valley, Ste. 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Lewis' ‘The Lion, the Witch and the Wardrobe” on Thursday and Friday July 24 and 25 at 7 :30 p.m. and on Saturday. July 26 at 2 p.m. at Central Auditorium. Classes are held at Fish Hatchery Park Monday through Friday from 9 a.m. until noon. This summer the TAC will hold youth visual art classes in two sessions. The first on June 16-July 11 will not hold classes dur­ ing the week of June 30-July 4. The second session is from July 14-31. Morning classes are from 10 a.m. un­ til 11:45 and afternoon Scot golfers finish in tie for sixth place Caledonia finished tied for sixth after finishing action last weekend at the Division II varsity girls’ golf meet at Forest Akers Golf Course in East Lansing. Scot senior Amy Jo Leath­ erman finished ninth overall, with a 85 on Saturday and an 84 Friday lor a 36 hole total of 169. Katie Leatherman was five strokes back of that pace for the weekend. She shot a 82 Friday and a 92 Saturday to finish with a 174. The Scots third score was turned in by Erin Samuels, a 97 and 98, for a two day total of 195. Brooke Zicsemer finished the two days with a 218 for Caledonia, and Jenny Work­ man shot a 254. Caledonia finished with a team total of 756 strokes, tied for sixth with Flushing. Swartz Creek took over the crown, that was held by the Fighting Scots, by shooting a 695 over the two days. East Grand Rapids was second (698), followed by Coldwater (738), East Lans­ ing (742), and Chelsea (743) ahead of the Scots. Grand Rapids Christian’s Heather Scholten was the top individual over the weekend, with a 36-hole total of 162. Call for Classifieds Phone 945-9554 or 1-800-870-7085 24 Hours a Day - 7 Days a Week Reach over 11,000 area homes every week with a Sun & News Action-Ad! Some things are meant to be a certain way... Like insurance from Pioneer State Mutual • Comprehensive coverage for homes and vehicles • Discounts for insuring both your home and car. • Quick claims response and sound advice. It s the way insurance should be STAUFFER & W1GGERS INSURANCE AGENCY 612 E Mam St • Caledonia Mt 49316 616 891 9294 Paula Sue Walters classes are from 1 p.m. until 2:45 p.m. Classes are taught on Mondays and Wednesdays or Tuesdays and Thursdays. Morning classes on Mon­ days and Wednesdays for children 6-10 are Scavenger art and Underwater Sea Creatures. In the first class students will use objects found in Fish Hatchery Park to create fun and useful art. The cost is $55 plus a $15 supply fee. In the second students will use their imaginations to create their own under water world. The cost is $60 plus a $15 supply fee. Afternoon classes for stu­ dents ages 11-17 include jewelry creations, puppet productions and watercolors. The fee for each of these classes is $60 per session plus a $15 supply fee. Classes offered on Tues­ days and Thursdays include Partners in Clay for those ages 3-5 who will meet with a parent or grandparent from 8:30 a.m. to 9:45 create with clay. The cost is $55 with a $15 supply fee. For those ages 6-10 the morning classes from 10 am.-11:45 a.m. are clay creations with a $60 charge for tuition and a $15 supply fee or Cartoon Caravtn with a tuition of $55 and a $15 supply fee. The afternoon classes for those 11-17 are the Comic Solution, tuition $55, supply fee $15; Exploring Sculp­ ture, tuition $60, supply fee $15 and Mixed Media Art, tuition $60, supply fee, $15. Two classes are offered for adults on Mondays and Wednesdays during both sessions from 6 to 8 p.m.. Classes are fine are doll creations. Jewelry and Metal works. In addition building birdhouses will be offered during the first session only. Tuition for the first two classes is $60 with a $15 supply fee. The tuition for the birdhouse class is $60 with a $20 supply fee. Brochures about the sum­ mer programs are available at area schools and at the TAC office and gallery at 117 W. Slate Street in Hast­ ings. Call 945-2002 for more information. HASTINGS - Paula Sue Walters, age 55. of Middleville, passed away Sunday. June 1. 2003 at home. Paula Sue Walters was bom on Dec. 31. 1947 in Hastings. Michigan, the daughter of Roman and Rosalie (Martin) Karpinksi She was raised in Middleville. Michigan and attended Thornapple Kellogg Schools, graduating in 1966. She was married to Elgie K. Walters on Oct. 29. 1966 at the Middleville United Methodist Church. Paula Sue was a home­ maker. an avid reader, col­ lecting antiques, genealogy, she enjoyed needlepoint, crocheting, knitting, flow­ ers. and all kinds of arts and crafts. She devoted her life to her family. Paula Sue was a caring. Jenna Walters; and grand­ son. Zane Walters; brother. Michael (Pat) Karpinski of Wayland; many sisters-in­ law and brothers-in-law. loving wife, mother, grand­ mother. and sister, always doing kind deeds for her family and friends. She is survived by her husband. Elgie K. Walters; one daughter. Noelle (Ruben) Gonzales of Pon Charlotte. Florida; one son. Jason (Robin) Walters, of Middleville; granddaughter aunts. uncles. nieces, nephews, cousins and a host of friends She was preceded in death by her parents. Roman and Rosalie Karpinski The family will receive relatives and friends Wednesday from 2 to 4 and 6 to 8 p.m. Funeral and Committal Services will be held Thursday. June 5. 2003 at 11 a.m at the Beeler Funeral Chapel. Middleville Pastor Clayton Smith officiating. Interment at Mt Hope Cemetery. Memorial contributions may be made to the Multiple Sclerosis Foundation Arrangements by the Beeler Funeral Home. Middleville Robert Lehman Chapel HASTINGS - Robert Lehman Chapel, age 66, of Hastings, died Saturday. May 31. 2003 at Pennock Hospital in Hastings. He was born June 7, 1936 in Grand Rapids, the son of Lehman and Hilda (Rienstra) Chapel. He attended school in Caledonia. Robert enjoyed farming most of his life, he was also a truck driver for 40+ years, retiring from Holland Motor Freight. He collected model semi trucks, was an avid outdoors man, collected and rebuilt farm tractors, and was a member of the Teamsters Union Local 406. He was preceded in death by his father. Lehman Chapel. Surviving are two daugh ters, Vicky (Jeff) Gates of Wayland. Jody (Kevin) Stanfield of Bitely; mother, Hilda Chapel of Alto; grand children, Kasey, Jesse, Hunter Griffin and Sarah Gates; sister, Julie VanderMeulen of Middleville. Memorials can be made to Whitneyville Bible Church or charity of one’s choice. Visitation will be held Tuesday. June 3. from 6 to 8 p.m. at the Girrbach Funeral Home in Hastings. Funeral services will be held Wednesday. June 4. 2003 at II a m. at the Whitneyville Bible Church in Alto. Pastor Thomas Sluys officiating. Burial will be at Garfield Cemetery in Grand Rapids Arrangements are by the Girrbach Funeral Home in Hastings. Wafer Softeners^Vrn 8 Odor Filter^ Purified Drinking Water System* �Page 20/The Sun and News, Middleville, Ml/June 3. 2003 Stagecoach Park dedicated with thanks, music, food Cool weather didn't deter a large crowd from helping celebrate the park dedica­ tion. It was followed by a trail dean-up on the Paul Henry Thomapple Trail The Good Intent Line returned to Middleville Owen Sabin handled the team of horses as he listens to village president Lon Myers talk about why the stagecoach is important as a village symbol. The Thornapple Brass was the first group to perform under the Gazebo in Stagecoach Park. Players include from left Tracy Texter, Mark Hurless. Mark Hagemann, Bill Seymey and Forrest Evans. Food is an important part of any party. Here employees from Geukes serve up hot dogs and pork barbecue. There was cake, too. The food was donated by local merchants. BLACK TOPSOIL" Stumps, Clearing, Driveways GET All THE NEWS OF BARRY COUNTY! Subscribe to the Hastings Banner. 269-795-7830 Call 945-9554 for more information. Screened or Unscreened Sand, Gravel, Crushed Concrete DOZER WORK k As a special treat rides were given on the stagecoach. Athlete of the week Thornapple-Kellogg High School (Middtevme) Track Village president Lon Myers welcomed the crowd of more than 200 to the dedication. Other speakers included Thor­ napple Township supervi­ sor Don Boysen and Thomapple Trail Associa­ tion president Michael Gormley Trojan junior Jordan Hartley medaled at Saturday's Division II state track and field meet. Hartley leapt to a sixth place tie in the high jump with a top height of 6'3, to help the Trojan boys' team to a total tally of 11 points. The 4695 Middleville Rd. 111 N. Main St Lynn Denton **37, Middleville, Ml Nashville, Ml Agency 1*800*443*5253 517-852-2005 MAKING YOUR FUTURE MORE PREDICTABLE FARM BUREAU KtINSURANCE tuMK MUTUM. • MMJU • >*»■ �The Sun and News. Middle wile. Ml/June 3. 2003/Paqe 21 Caledonia and TK both downed by the Devils Gull Lake ended the soccer season for the varsity girls’ teams from Caledonia and TK last week in district ac­ tion at Hastings. Caledonia turned in two dominating performances be­ fore running into the Blue Devils in the district final on Friday, Gull Lake controlled the play for much of the evening against Caledonia Friday, af­ ter getting an early 1-0 lead, then added a goal late in the first half and one more in the second to win 3-0. It was an almost absolute reversal of the dominating performance the Scots gave Thursday •afternoon at Cale­ donia against Wayland in the district semifinal. The Scots outshot the ‘Cats 26 to 1 in the game, getting a goal in the first half when Everybody heads back up field after Scot goalkeeper Josephine Obl.nger goes Carlic Sanxter knocked in a down to make a save against Gull Lake on Friday afternoon in the distnet final at Brooke Hendry cornerkick to Caledonia's Brandi Victory scored a goal in the Hastings. (Photo by Brett Bremer) take a 1-0 lead. second half against Wayland Thursday by breaking free Brandi Victory added an unassisted tally in the second through the middle of the Cats’ defense. (Photo by half by fighting her way Brett Bremer) i i through the center of the i i Wayland defense booting a i i shot past the Wildcat keeper. Josephine Oblingcr was i i credited with the shut out in i i SOUTH OFFICE goal. i 8980 N. RODGERS DR., CALEDONIA, Ml i TK drew a bye in the first i i round, and opened in the CAM PAU LAKE: i i semifinals with Gull Lake. i JUST LISTED! i The Blue Devils topped the i i Trojans 5-0 to advance to Hard-to-find property i i face Caledonia. on all sports lake. i i The Scots reached the dis­ Open floor plan, i i trict semifinals by topping main floor master i i Hastings 7-1 on Tuesday. i bedroom with bath, i Sanxter scored two goals i for the Scots as did teammate 1900 sq. ft. Dock in­ i Rachel Buckner. i cluded. $236,900. i Katie Donohue. Hendry, i Call John McCleve for i and Ellen Saxton each scored i more information, i one goal for the Scots. i i 292-4548. Kelly Cavanaugh had two i i assists in the game. Smith-Diamond Realtors* i FREE MARKET ANALYSIS Smith-Diamond 891-2222 Scot senior Brooke Hendry scoots between a pair of Wayland defenders Thursday afternoon in the district semifinal at Caledonia. (Photo by Brett Bremer) Leming you r job* Don't forget to take your retirement plan with you. It's common practice to take an out ot sight out ot mind attitude once you leave an employe' But this isn’t a good approach to take with your retirement plan Consider a rollover into an Edward Jones sell directed IRA Together we can put a plan m place to help make your retirement money work as hard as you do. Call or stop by today to schedule a complimentary retirement plan review Eft Drew McFadden Investment Representative 9185 Cherry MsBey Ave SE Suite E Caledonia M* 49316 Bus 6168911173 Toll Free 866891 1173 Edwardjones Swvuq: ladmAuai liwevum New *71 TK youth football subs on sale now i i i i i i i Toll Free 1-888-891-0107 Elizabeth Kelson Sharon Emerson Joan Guikema Lois Heckman Lorna Saladino Hullinger Debra Lampani Mellissa Martinez John McCleve Mary Kay McCleve Mark McCleve Deanna McCulfor Angela Nelson Ryan Ogle Karen Ohlrich Ron Prins Ron Richards Help support the teams by purchasing, subs by June 14. The Trojans will be selling subs, in attempt to decrease jersey cost. All orders are on a pre­ paid basis. Each sub is $2.25 or 10 for $20. For any addi­ tional information, to place order or donation, call 7952192. On Saturday. June 14. team representames will be at Middlesille Marketplace and the Freeport Village General from 9 a m. to noon for the final sales. S’ Joy Wolbers Sam Wright Wendy Z.andstra JESUJSi Service Check List included in very Visit' fs Four vehicle Ready For Spring! - COUPON i s2.00 OFr Oil Change M ■ GET MORE NEWS! Subscribe to the Hastings Banner. Call 945-9554 for more information. i i i i i i i i Sarah Saines Dave Vanderwoudr Ted VanDulnen Tanner Whitcomb Cathy Wilderottrr WfEATUM *•» Coupon* EipwetSlOKO j J Guaranteed Satisfaction! On Site at Tires 2000! V M 269-795-3550 500 Arlington street (M-57) MiddlevMe Monday Thursday 85:30, Friday 85: satirday td V MvmorW -unwer Ew S 269-795-3550 500 Arlington Street (M-57) - Middleville Monday Thursday 85:30; Friday 8 5; Saturday 81 • �Page 22/The Sun and News, Middleville. Ml/Jine 3, 2003 Reward offered by Middleville to catch Spring Park vandals by Patricia Johns Staff Writer Middleville Village Man­ ager Bryan Gruesbeck told members of the Village Council last week that ear­ lier in May vandals had sig­ nificantly damaged the restrooms at Spring Park. The village is offering a $500 reward for information that leads to the arrest of the person or persons who broke into the restrooms and de­ stroyed fixtures inside. When the locks on the doors could not be broken, the vandals broke in through the upper vents. Village President Lon Myers told the council he was dismayed that there were some residents who didn’t appreciate the good things the village has been doing and apparantly had no trouble with destroying something that isn’t theirs. Village Trustee Dorothy Corson added that the board walk again has been vandal izcd. For information about the reward or to give informa­ tion to the police, call 7959862. The Village Council last week also approved a reso­ lution lowering the weight limit on the bridge to 65 tons. Myers said that both Bradford White and Dan Valley Excavating can ac­ cept the weight limit as long as road construction detours continue to allow companies to get to where they need to go The weight limit can be rescinded if necessary dur­ ing construction times. Post­ ing the weight limit may al­ low Middleville to get higher recognition on the critical bridge list. The council also set the date for the “Truth in Taxa­ tion" hearing for 7 p.m. Tuesday, June 10. This year, because of state budget con­ straints, they hope to levy 11.07 milk, the same as last year. Without the hearing, the most the village could levy by law would be 10.65 mills. The village will seek bids for the realignment of Ar­ lington Court before decid­ ing whether or not to com­ plete the intersection with the south entrance to Towne Center. The Michigan Depart­ ment of Transportation has decided that it cannot pay. for the foreseeable future, the $20,000 it had offered for this project to create a safer intersection. Automotive 1983 CHEVY PICKUP WITH 3/4 TON AXLES WITH PLOW: GOOD SHAPE, ASKING $3,500 OBO. (269)945-1759 OR (616)299-2342 Business Services WATER DELIVERED FOR swimming pools, hot tubs, etc. Call Tim for fast reliable senice, reasonable rates at 517-719-6319. Senicing Bar­ ry, Ionia, Kent & surround­ ing areas. JOSH CLARK ROOFING, WINDOWS & SIDING: Free estimates for new roofs, re-roofs, tear-offs, window’s & siding. We've done 500+ roofs in Barry & Kent Coun­ ty. No subcontracting. 24hr leak repair. (616)560-3305 USA TELECOM: your resi­ dential inside wire & deck telephone repair company. 866-621-9884 Trojan varsity bats can’t catch up with Wildcats Wayland once again proved too much for the Tro­ jan girls last Tuesday, as the ‘Cats knocked the TK varsity girls’ softball squad out of district action 3-0. Jen Burks didn’t allow an earned run for the host Tro­ jans, but a pair of errors cost TK Burks struck out two, and only allowed Wayland three hits. Offensively, TK managed just two hits, including a dou- ble from third baseman Gina Niemchick. It ended the Trojans' sea­ son with a record of 11-20. “We accomplished some good things this year,’’ said Trojan coach Tammy Olm­ sted. “We won a tournament, and finished second in two others. We increased our wins from last year. We had double digit wins. Every year our program is getting stronger and stronger." “This was a great group of kids. Our six seniors will be missed. They’ve all been in our program for two or three years of varsity softball. They’ll be hard to replace. We’ll have to rebuild and go from there.” The rebuilding will begin soon. “I’m excited to get our summer programs going," said Olmsted. TK Baseball The Trojan varsity baseball team also fell to Wayland in predistrict action on Tuesday. The ‘Cats scored three runs in the bottom of the sixth to take a 4-0 lead, before the Trojans pushed across one run in the seventh to avoid the shut out, falling 4-1. ALL STAR ROOFING: rest dential roofing specialists Tearoffs, reroofs. Quality work at competitive prices. Written labor warranty, li­ censed & insured. Senior Citizen discounts. Call for a free professional estimate. (616)877-4253 BLEAM EAVESTROLGHING Seamless gutter 50 Colors Free Estimates Since 1959. 269-945-0004 www. bleamea ves com DIG A TREE TRANS­ PLANTING, LLC. 50“ & 45“ SPADE TRUCKS, REA­ SONABLE RATES UP TO 5- IN DIAMETER. STATE INSPECTED & LICENSED NURSERY, COLORADO BLUE & BLACK HILL SPRUCE 6 -12'. MOVE OR SELL, YOURS OR OURS, ONE YEAR GUARANTEE. (269)795-2232____________ HANDYMAN: fix it, paint it or haul it away. No job too small, call Tim (616)6980188.____________________ HOLES HOLES EXCAVAT­ ING: holes dug, holes filled Cali Jim Holes for all your dirt moving needs plus road grading, (269)795-7001. 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Please call (269'795-3889 to schedule an appointment HALL FOR RENT: Caledo nia Sportmans Club, newly renovated. For information call (616)891-1168 Both Scot ball teams fall to ‘Cats RETAIL SPACE FOR LEASE: app\ 4 iWsu tt on REMODELING, NEW busy Mam St. in Middleville CONSTRUCTION, addi Call Jeff at (269)795-3000. tions, decks, drywall repairs, licensed. Call Rich at RETAIL SPACE: Lease for only $975 per month plus (616)868-1102 utilities. Approximately 4,000 sq. tt on busy Mam Card of Thanks Street in Middleville Call THE FAMILY OF (269)795-3000. Don Britten Sr. Would like to to say thank For Sale you to all the ones who sent flowers, food, cards and just SELLING OR RENTING for being there for us. out your home? Don't let Thanks to Nurse Kim and worn or outdated carpet the other ladies from Hos­ hurt the sale or lease At pice of Michigan in our Westens Carpet, we special needs. To Rev. Vought, to ize in making your house Mr. Wren for all his help and look great without breaking for caring, also the Moose the bank. Come and see our for luncheon, to our chil­ store at 210 E. Main Street, dren, our friends, grand chil­ Middleville or call us and dren, nieces, nephew, sisters we'll bring our name brand & brothers. God bless products to you. For free in and love to all, nome estimates, call Jeff to­ Mrs. Phyllis Britten. day at (269)795-3000 (Quali­ ty installation guaranteed). Wayland topped the Fight­ ing Scot varsity boys’ base­ ball team in the district semi­ finals on Saturday in Mid­ dleville. The ‘Cats outscored Cale­ donia 19-6, before advancing to capture the district title over Byron Center. Wayland was also respon­ sible for knocking the Fight­ ing Scot varsity softball team from the district semi’s Satur­ day in Middleville. MARION'S FAMILY DAY­ CARE: starting June 9th there will be 2 full time openings Mon.-Fri. from 6am-5:30pm Breakfast, lunch, snack & baby food provided. Formula not in­ cluded. Large back yard, upground swimming pool, smoke free. Great references, great location just off M-37 & Whitneyville between 100 Ac 108th St. Call Aunt Bonnie at (616)891-8847. Open since 1990. License HDG410092132 Child Care SMALL MICROWAVE, $25. Tool crib for full size pickup truck, $75. Rectangle kitchen table & 4 chairs, $75. Antique boat motor, 1931 Johnson 3H, $175. Minnkota trolling motor, $75. 1986 Ford pickup truck, needs axle, $300 (269)795-7602 or (269)838 8669___________ ' TWO CEMETERY PLOTS, Caledonia Lakeside Ceme­ tery, $400 each, nice location, (269)795-7602 or (269)8388669 cell ALEDONIA AREA TRAVEL SOCCEI The CATS Soccer Club will be holding open tryouts at Dutton Elementary for the upcoming fall and spring seasons. There is no cost to try out. Registration begins at 5:30 and tryouts run from 6-8:00 p.m. Please wear shinguards and bring a soccer ball and water Parents will need to sign a registration form at the tryout. Forms are available at www.eteamz.com/catssoccerclub The player's age as of 8-1 -03 will deter­ mine which age bracket the player will be eligible for The tryout sched­ ule iS: Monday, June 16 for Boys U10, Girls U10, Boys U15. Tuesday, June 17 for Boys U11, girls U11 and Girls U18/19 Wednesday, June 18 for Boys U12, Girls U12 and Girls U15 Thursday, June 19 for Boys U13, Girls U13 and Boys U18/19 Friday, June 20 for Boys U14 and Girls U14 If you are unable to attend at the above dates or have any other questions, please call Jim Warner at 554-3356 or Mike Marks at 698-7037. �The Sun and News. Middleville. MVJune 3 2003/Page 23 Garage Sale ARAGE SALE: June 5th & h, 8am-6pm. Desks, saxolone, teen-adult clothing, om dresses & various othitems. 5781 Hilltop Dr., iddleville. MNUAL NEIGHBOR DOD GARAGE SALES: mething for everyone, re­ ams of estate Thursday, iday, some Saturday, June 6, 7, 9am-5pm 2 miles uth of Middleville off M30 KS ARE FUN BOOK ALE: Cookbooks, children, iucational, general relious, gift items, up to 80% f retail. June 6th, 9-5; June h, 10-4. Green Lake Area >52 W. Shore Dr. (616)813146__________ ALEDONIA/AUSTINIDGE (84TH & ALASKA), OLLOW SIGNS: kids/ Jult clothes, furniture, ghting, holiday, toys & ame tables 6/6 & 6/7, am?___________________ ALEDONIA: 6455 & 6838 6th St. SE. June 5th, 6th & th. Household decor & lots f things. ALEDONIA: AUSTIN11 DGE neighborhood sale, ■aturday, June 7th, 8ampm, 84th & Alaska Road. ;ARAGE SALE: 5880 Chery Valley. Tuesday, June 3rd, pm-9pm Wednesday June th, 9am-3pm Kids & adult lothes, knick-knacks, toys, arpeting, free washer, bikes, Zreative Memories. No early Miles 2 FREE GARAGE SALE iigns with your ad that runs tn any of our papers LARGE BASEMENT SALE: Thursday, June 5th, 9am5pm. Antimies, dishes, nice jeans size 38x30, ladies size 16, baby clothes, antique ta­ ble & buffet, nice canning jars, large oak cradle, glass case, iron kettle, flower chairs, herb gardens, lots of misc. This is a good sale! West of Middleville on Green Lake Rd. - cross Pat­ terson to 140 to Second St. left to 139 - turn right to house 387. Watch for signs. (269)792-9216.____________ DRIVER: additional CDL B drivers needed. Looking for dependable customer service oriented person with chauf­ feurs, CDL-B. or CDL-A li­ cense. Good working envi­ ronment (616)248-7729 WHITNEYV1LLE SELF STORAGE, 6940 Whitneyville. Friday, June 6th., noon5pm., Saturday, June 7th, 93pm. STRAWBERRIES: ready, June 1st, FARMALL BER­ RIES 2546 S. Patterson, at Gun Lake, W'avland. Call ahead, (269)792-1622. Help Wanted STRAWBERRIES: FARMALL BERRIES. 2546 S. Pat terson, at Gun Lake, Wayland. Call ahead, (269)7921622. CUSTOMER SERVICE: AP­ PLY TODAY HELP WANT­ ED. CALL TODAY, PAID WEEKLY, S500/WEEK TO START. 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Paariberg started his quest for this honor in October 2001 by taking the PSAT7NMSQT (Preliminary Scholastic Assessment Test/National Merit Scholar­ ship Qualifying Test). There were about one million ini­ tial participants during this testing phase. More than 15,000 stu­ dents were named Merit Scholarship semi-finalists, with Paariberg still in the running. His next assign­ ment was to take the SAT (Scholastic Assessment Test), still maintain an ex­ tremely high score and ad­ vance to finalist. This is a very competitive stage. Less than 1% of the students are advanced to finalist. Assign­ ment completed. According to information provided by the Merit Scholarship program, semifinalists are designated on a state representational basis, in proportion to each state's percentage of the national Matthew Paariberg, a 2003 graduating senior from CHS, is one of the top students in the nation to have received a Merit Scholarship. total of high school graduat­ ing seniors. In order to ad­ vance in the competition and be considered for a Merit Scholarship award, a semifi­ nalist had to become a final­ ist by fulfilling several re­ quirements, which include submitting a detailed schol­ arship application and pre­ senting a record of very high academic performance. It's typical of Paariberg to complete the task he has set before himself. According to CHS student services counselor Dave Wesorick, Paariberg is a dedicated athlete and strong leader. He is compassionate and willing to help others. “(Paariberg) is much more than a high perform­ ing. intelligent person," said Wesorick. “He is very bright and hard working. He's very humble. And he is a gentle­ man.” Paariberg is the son of Tom and Fonda Paariberg of Alto He is a member of the National Honor Society. He was the captain of the CHS football team, a tennis player, band president, played trumpet in the Jazz Band, wind ensemble and full orchestra. He enjoys sailing and playing the guitar. Addition­ ally. he has run his own business, Paariberg Lawn Care, for the past four sum­ mers. Though his major is not completely decided as of yet. he plans to attend Hope College to study engineer­ ing. He is thinking of a pos­ 2003 CHEVY IMPALA 2003 CHEVY CAVALIER SEDAN 2001 CHEVY IMPALA LS *14,995 *10,995 Stock 8975A, 3 8 liter. a. —_ _ » T* *13,495 1998 CHEVY SILVERAD01500 4X4 *14,900 2001 CHEVY IMPALA LS 2003 BUICK LESABRE 1999 CHEVY MALIBU *6,995 2001 CHEVY IMPALA LS Bucket seats, white, *17,995 *15,495 2001 CHEVY PRIZM LSI 2001 PONTIAC GRAND AM SE CERTIFIED 38°° v-6. 22,000 miles. CERTIFIED MR QQR IU,33U 2000 BUICK REGAL ISC CD player, alloy wheels, white, tan leather, loaded, 64,000 miles. very nice car......................... $1(1 Q Q R IU,33O 2001 CHEVY VENTURE VAN -J QQC I f ,3 SI U 32,000 miles, doth mt.. $4 power everything. CERTIFIED. . 2002 CHEVY BLAZER 1998 CHEW LUMINA 2002 TRAIL BLAZER 4X4 Loaded. $Q9 QQE CERTIFIED.................... 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Scott Brooks, Bill Huff, and Troy Rock in the final event of the day. The Trojans trailed Lake­ wood by half a point heading into the last race, but the Tro­ jans came across first in a time of 3:34.44, while lake­ wood's team of Lucas Burns. Jesse Dye. Mike Higby, and Mark Denda crossed the line third in 3:36.49. “It’s very competitive," said TK coach Matt Funk of the annual event. "Delton Kellogg always comes up big. Maple Valley is right in the hunt. Lakewood was quite a surprise this year. They really stepped up their game and made it interest­ ing.’’ TK won with a total of 103 points, followed by Lake­ wood with 99.5, Maple Val­ ley 75, Delton Kellogg 52. and Hastings 23.5. TK’s Darrin Tape raced to victories in the 1(H)- and 2(H)metcr dashes in 10.92 and 22.93 seconds, the two events he qualified for the state meet in. "Tape looks like he’s in good form,” said Funk. Thomapple Kellogg won seven of the 17 events. Jordan Hartley won the high jump for TK at 6 .01”, ahead of teammate Justin VanSpronsen at 6’. VanSpronscn got the victory in the long jump at 20’ 10.25”. Trojan senior Tim Brog won the last race of his career with a 10:17.6 in the 3200meter race. TK also got a victory from its 800-meter relay team in 1:33.88. The Trojans also won the combined championship for boys and girls, with a point total of 193, ahead of Maple Valley with 188.5, Lakewood 159.5, Delton 118.5, and Hastings 46.5. In second overall, the TK girls got victories from Na­ talie Hoag in the 3200-mctcr run in 12:53.36, Elisc Nyland in the 800-mctcr run in 2:27.29, Kersta Gustafson in the 400-meter in 1:02.67, and the 3200-mctcr relay team of Hoag, Elisc Nyland, Emily Nyland, and Jessica Stortz. Thornapple Kellogg's girls’ team was second with 90 points behind Maple Val­ ley with 113.5, and followed by Delton Kellogg 66.5, Lakewood 60, and Hastings 23. � https://barrycountyhistoryportal.org/files/original/25/713/SunandNews_2003-06-10.pdf ab105ca281970824ac165b029998ccf6 PDF Text Text r *Mure ” 3. XJCG PUBLIC LIBRARY 121S CHURCH $i IH 4905i-IB3 *5^ 00/00/00 F""’"""’ HASTWGS PUBLIC LIBRARY 121 N CHURCH ST HASTWGS Ml 49058 Your Hometown Newspaper Sen/ing Middleville and Caledonia Areas 132nd year Middleville. Michigan 49333 No. 24/June 10. 2003 Memories just one part of TK graduation by Patricia Johns Staff Writer Ashley Ballard told her feljw students that it was “imortant to remember where hey came from” as they go orward from high school nto life. Ballard gave the opening emarks during the Thornap>le Kellogg High School :ommencemcnt ceremonies sunday. June 1. Superintendent Kevin Konarska shared his memo* nes of his first year as super­ intendent. He talked about how the special environment of the school district is one they will remember as they “ explore the new opportuni­ ties” they will face. The senior members of the choir underlined these memo­ ries of high school as they sang “Remember Me this Way” Keynote speaker Dan Erb is one of the people many in this class will remember. He has been a social studies teacher at the high school and served as assistant superin­ tendent for two years. He has also been a coach and organ­ izer of the Project Close Up trips to Washington D.C. He spoke honestly of some of his memories of decisions he made to drop out of col­ lege. find a job in manufac­ turing. marry, have children and then return to school and become a teacher. He told the class of 198 students to "never give up” and to remember that set­ backs are only failures when they don’t make opportuni­ ties of them. Students should never make failure a “desti­ nation.” They should remem­ ber in the words of the late football coach Vince Lom­ bardi, “the dictionary is the only place where success comes before work.” He closed by telling the students, “Get to work!” Patrick McKeown added some of his memories as Kevin Konarska thanked the class for being a great way to end his first year as superintendent. well. He reminded his fellow students to keep an open mind and to explore the out­ side world and bring what they learn back to Mid­ dleville. He thanked teacher Jerry Stein for telling the class when they entered that high school was like a canoe trip. “It is a time to enjoy the calm waters and find the strength to deal with the rapids.” “Mr. Stein, thanks,” McKeown said. “This has certainly been true especially at the end of this year ” He closed his remarks by saying, “This is a bittersweet time for us. But remember how great it is to come from a place where a traffic jam is two tractors meeting on a narrow road.” It was a bittersweet time for the school board members presenting diplomas on Sun­ day. For Dan Parker, who de­ cided not to run again, this was the last time for him to present diplomas. For both Nancy Goodin and David Smith, there was a special poignancy as they presented diplomas to their own children. While there were many thanks to parents and teach­ ers, and a few tears, there were also some laughs. When Philip Jahnke announced that Jason Dragowski received the Wild Turkey Federation scholarship there were a few titters from the crowd. Then when he mentioned that Dra­ gowski also received several scholarships from the State of Alaska, where he is attending college the giggles were wide spread. Jahnke announced that 94 of the seniors received Michi­ gan Educational Assessment Program (MEAP) scholar­ ships. The Symphonic Band, un dcr the direction of Ray Rick ert, had opened the ceremony with the traditional “Pomp and Circumstance.” The quick step version got stu­ dents quickly from the foot­ ball field to the stands and the hugs of their families. The sun shone on the June 1 commencement ceremony. It is now a memory for the Class of 2003 at Thornapplc Kellogg High School. Up go the caps In This Issue Caledonia village residents halt development plans off Kinsey New Caledonia streets named after three prominent, local families Approval for Campau road resisted by some lake residents Davenport unveils plans for Caledonia campus Ashley Ballard, Laura Wemgartz and Kate Bednck performed *The Star Spangled Banner" �Page 2/The Sun and News. Middleville. MUJune 10. 2003 Bowens Mills Father’s Day weekend includes Civil War Historic Bowen’s Mills will offer a Civil War Fa­ ther’s Day weekend Satur­ day and Sunday, June 14 and 15 from noon to 5 p.m. There will be a Civil War battle, and a full schedule of events both days, along with a candlelight tour Saturday evening, beginning at dusk Co-owner Carleen Sabin said, “This will be the sec­ ond annual Fathers Day weekend event. Last year was our first year to do a summer Civil War event and we had an overwhelming re­ sponse of re-cnactors form all over. Over 300 military and civilians participated. We are looking forward to a repeat performance this year " Last year also was the first candlelight tour at Bowens Mills, an idea that was born in the fall of 2001 when the 2nd Kentucky, 39th Tennessee was camped at the mill for the annual Octo­ ber Civil War event. Several members of the group had participated in similar events, but the idea had never been tried at Bowen s Mills. After months of plan- s5.00 Off Pedicure Tuesday-Saturday - ValUI |ur 10-14 - nmg. scripting, and working with volunteers, an informa­ tive. educational and histori­ cally accurate tour was of­ fered to the public. When guests arrive they will hear music by Thelma Fassett Dulcimers & Friends and dancing in the "Gather­ ing Place' until dusk, when the battle <k candlelight tour will begin. After the battle, visitors will be led through numerous "stations" that portray civilian and military life dunng the Civil War. A particularly poignant battle­ field scene features a Union soldier cradling the body of his dead Confederate brother whom he had mistakenly killed in battle. The groups will be led through Union Field Hospi­ tal. learn what the leisure ac­ tivities would have been for soldiers in both military camps, and will be given a glimpse of what life would have been like for the women and children who struggled through life with a husband, father or son in the field. Other stops will include a laundry maiden providing a much needed service, period music being shared between soldiers, letter writing for those who were not able, a grieving widow sharing thoughts and concerns, and a rowdy Union prison camp. The stops on the tour, however, will not all be of a Replace your cable with DIRECTV* service. Get over 130 channels. Act now! During the DIRECTV Endless Summer Entertainment you’ll get the first $0(199 ■■ per month TWO MONTHS FREE! Act now and get a DIRECTV System After a successful effort in 2002. the summer Civil War event at Historic Bowens Mills is returning next weekend. June 14 and 15. A special highlight of the event will be a tour of the battlefield by can­ dlelight beginning at 6 p.m. Saturday evening. There will also be food, music, crafts and much more. serious nature, evidenced by a light-hearted portrayal of an old time bathhouse. The schedule: Saturday Noon — camps open to the public: 12:30, trooping the colors; 1 p.m.. military drill: 2 to 4. dulcimer music in the Bowen’s Mills Gath­ ering Place; 3. military skir­ mish. "The Battle of Bowen’s Mills": 4:15, vari­ ous military competitions: 5. event closes to the public. Visitors can learn about the mourning customs of the Victorian time period at the Bowens House through out the day both days. The pubic is invited to at­ tend a "Ladies’ Academy "at the Moe School for various lectures and demonstrations. Saturday night 6 to 7 p.m. — dulcimer music and period dance demonstrations: 7 to 8. chil­ dren's crafts; 8 to 9, storytel­ ling; 9:15. night skirmish followed by the candle light tours. Tour guides will es­ cort visitors through time by candle light. SundayNoon — camps open to the public; 12:30, military drill: 1 p.m., officers call 1 to 2:30. swap meet in front of the Moe School ( open to all); 2 to 4. dulcimer music in The Gathering Place: 3. military skirmish. “The Battle of Bowen's Mills" 4:30. trooping the colors; 5. event closed to the public, break camps. Extra added attractions will include: • "The House of Morn­ ing” at the Bowen's House. • Camp life and cooking demonstrations at various locations throughout the grounds. See how the sol­ diers lived in camp and how civilians had to cope with the ravages of war. • Granny's Kitchen, with cider, apple dumplings, snacks and beverages, a short walk away on the grounds. The 19 acre Historical Pioneer Village consists of : • 1864 Grist and Cider Mill. The antiquated fourstory building's main floor houses a working waterpowered cider mill and grist mill and a museum, plus a gift and antique shop. There is a blacksmith shop, a water powered machine shop in its lower Level. The third floor has been transformed into living quarters. The top floor has a lot of old machinery, gears, and pulleys still in that area. • 1840s two-story plank house, the oldest house in Bowens Mills. • 1850s one-room school house, moved to the mill, the oldest one-room school house in Barry County • 1860s 11-room Victo­ rian House built by the Continued next page Monday 12: MM J Shirts & More Wed Fnl2:M)4 SalO-J lot E. Main St, Middleville, Ml 49TB L W ' CWTwkStn Debbie Blough, Owner "Quality Gifts at affordable prices!" Gifts for everyone and all occasions, including NASCAR, John Deere, Coca Cola as well as T-shirts, Sweatshirts etc. movie OUTPOIT VIDEO SUPERSTORE Glen Valley Retail Center M-37 891-9303 GUN LAKE BUILDING SUPPLY Radio Shack Dealer 1-269-672-5097 or 1-269-672-5526 Open Weekdays 10 am to 11 pm & midnight on Fri. & Sat. ; movie"outpost! ] Rent One Movie or Game and get a second rental FREE I I with this coupon. Good Sunday thru Thursday Offer good at Caledonia location I Free rental of equal or lesser value One coupon per vtsrt ptease Expires 6/30/03 Product Id: SunAd VHS/DVD movies and player rentals Games & game system rental [ • Special Orders and previewed I movies & games for sale | • Gift Certificates & Gift Baskets I • VHS & Game Ucessories | • Reservations on movies I • Weekly specials I ] Happy Fathers Day! �The Sun and News. Middleville. Ml June 10. 2003-Page 3 Miss Barry County ready for state pageant by Patricia Johns Staff Writer Miss Barry County An­ drea Orlov Bucher of Mid­ dleville left Sunday for the Miss Michigan pageant in Muskegon. She has been preparing for the event by practicing her talent daily, working on interview questions, work­ ing out and packing. In Muskegon, she has be­ gun rehearsals and attended various civic events such as bowling with Big Brothers Big Sisters. Miss Michigan Golf Classic, Lions Club luncheon and Rotary Lunch­ eon. She will have her inter­ view for the pageant on Wednesday. Thursday and Friday arc preliminary nights and Saturday. June 14, will be the final night of competition. Bucher’s talent is very unique. She docs a self-cho­ reographed dance that also is a fitness routine with From previous page Bowens. • A post and beam barn, home of Belgian draft horses. • A covered bridge crosses the old mill stream. • A 17-foot water wheel completed in 1999 • "Ye Ole Craft Shoppe," an artisan’s woodworking and cooper’s shop. • "The Gathering Place" a entation and community cher also had a chance to Kelli Leep says. achievement. The top 5 con­ perform her two-minute tai Leep is the director of the ent presentation in front of a testants are asked an addi local Miss Barry County friendly hometown crowd tional question. Pageant and has been ac­ Bucher crowned the king* before going off to the Miss companying Bucher to local and queens of golf last Michigan pageant Sunday. events such as Springfest in The 2003 Miss Barry weekend at the Barry Hastings and the Middleville County Crown Classic Golf County pageant will be on Memorial Day parade. Tournament. Then Leep Saturday. July 12. in the Bucher is really excited hosted a fashion show and Thornapple Kellogg High about attending the state School auditorium. reception for Bucher. Bu pageant next week. Contest­ ants are scored on evening wear, a question asked dur­ ing that portion of the pre­ liminary night, talent, pri­ vate interview and swimsuit. Sales Service * Parts The private interview is a See us for all your computer needs 12-minute session in front of a panel of five judges. On the final night the top 10 C ASH for your pentium computers any condition girls will be scored on eve­ ning wear, talent, private in­ North Town Center Mall - Middleville Ml terview and swimsuit. In ad­ CHIWUterWP 2M-79547S2 dition. 10 percent of their score is based on their pres­ Computer Bob Wanted: Dead or Alive! Trtt UMfii Aaf* A«rs CouMh & Twr Lomu Aw a G<amm« or Commki Andrea Orlov Bucher jumps, push-ups and ________ presses. huge arts and entertainment “Il is so energetic, it just center for displays, social makes you want to move,” THURSDAY NIGHTS • 7:00-9:00pm events, meetings, confer­ Come to Lowell & enjoy music on the river! ences and performances. The Sizzlin' Summer Concerts a-e located by the Lowell Showboat (east side of the river) in • Ijog Cabin "Fork River downtown Lowell. Call 897-9261 or visit www lowelkhambef.org for more information! Trappers Trading Post," Admission and parking are free! completed in 2002. If* conctft 9 **eekko* oaesvbie and >>«nd>«y/portly i. avails_________ Bowen’s Mills is a his­ torical village with an 1864 July 17 • Lucy Webster Juk 12- Blue Water Ramblers grist mill and cider mill. The folk folk rock mill is a working museum 126th Army Band July 24 .• Hawks & Owls The Thornapplc Heritage that still grinds and sells coKtnbond Appaiocbior bluegrass fresh corn meal through the Association meeting will be Jutf 19 - Jr. Valentine & The All Stars July 31 • Dave Collee Ouartet with held on Thursday. June 12 at use of water-powered mill blues Ginny Ousseau Carveth Village. stones. String )0U Juw 26 - Fonnmhor The group continues to It is a second generation CeitKotuSK August 7 • Jimmy Stagger Band family-owned and operated work on organization and Mun July 3 • Calder City Big Band state historic site with no future plans at this meeting. Carveth Village is at 690 b>g bond August 14 - River City Jazz Ensemble state funding. The restora­ tions and upkeep depend on W. Main Street in Mid­ July 10 - Boogie Woogie Babies “It's Cider Time” festival dleville. For more informa­ 1940s gate fees, special events and tion call Sue Rietman at 795-1608. donations. The "Father’s Day Festi­ val" gate fee for adults is $5, children 5 to 15 years old is “To love what you do and feel that $2. The Historical Park and it matters The Miller's Wife Store is how could anything he more fun?” open from Memorial Day Katharine Graham through Christmas, Tuesday - Saturday from noon to 4 p.m. Admission charge is $2 to the Historical Village dur­ ing regular business hours. The old mill is located in the heart of Yankee Springs Township, two miles north of Yankee Springs (Gun Lake) Slate Park For more information call REDKEN HEADQUARTERS 269-795-7530 or visit www. NEW YORK BowcnsMills.com Thornapple Heritage Association to meet Thursday at Carveth (rONTEMPO //^LON Beautiful walkout ranch home on over 2 acres ^ss east o’ MtocfievMe Ths 4 bedroom. 3 bath home s only 2 yrs old and all the appliances are mctoded There s a large open Vvng room with a fireplace and cathedra certngs There s also a large A Full Service Contemporary Salon deck with access form the dong area and the master bearoom This is a great home with tots of extras' Pnced at $199 900 Smith-Diamond ^saa-nczor -------- free at 1888) 53S-6337 er 245 Caledonia Centre Plaza May 21, 2003 891-1093 �Page 4/The Sun and News, Middleville. Ml/June 10. 2003 KENT DISTRICT LIBRARY NEWS Kent District Library is packing a whole summer of fun into one day. The entire family can enjoy continuous free entertainment, including storytelling, magic, music, face painting and more. The second annual Family Read­ ing Festival will be held from 11 a.m. to 3 p.m. on Sunday. June 14 at the Wyoming Branch or Kent District Library. 3350 Michael Ave SW. Com­ munity partners will be on hand to host lots of fun hands-on activities and crafts. Scheduled events are as follows: • 11 a m The Spoon Man Using nothing more than two ordinary tablespoons. Spoon Man provides a hilar­ ious interactively comedy program for all ages. • 12 p.m. Spitzer and Sons. Comedy, magic and juggling. • 1 p.m. Miss Diane s Oily kazoo™ Adventures. Stones' Songs! Dance Games! iBooks are available for purchase and signing after the esent). • 2 p.m. Best-selling Author Johnathan Rand. Author of the best-selling Michigan and American Chillers series. iBooks are available for purchase and signing after this event.) The festival will also include several ongoing events for children including storytelling and airbrush face painting Kids will have the opportunity to meet their favorite book characters including Frog and Toad. Madeline and Pinkerton Also. KDL’s new elephant mascot. Katie L.. will make her debut For more information, please call Kent District Library at 784 2007. (^faifUA <. LOCAL CHURCH DIRECTORY \| \SK \ BAPTIST CHURCH A Living Church - Serving a thing Lord 9:30 a m. 10:35 a m .10 50 a m 6 00 p m. Family Night 6 30 p m Morning Worship Fellowship Time Sunday School Evening Praise WEDNESDAY 7240 6Hth Street. SE - Caledonia 2 miles east of M-37 Pastor, Dr firtan F. Harrison Youth Pastor Kotin Stiles C 0 M M U I I I T CHURCH o piece to belong a place to become (Contemporary, Casual, Non denominational) Sunday Morning Worship ......... 9 30 b 1190 a m. S17S Broadmoor, Caledonia Atri Mu hurl Stowell, Lead Pastor Rr\ David M<*uhead, Assoi Pastor Jot Cipcii. Wuthip Dader Denny Houma, Youth Pastor Church Office 616-891-0287 Visit our web site www brlghtside org CALEDONIA CHRISTIAN REFORMED CHURCH FIRST BAPTIST CHURCH OF MIDDLEVILLE M-37. north of Middleville • 795-9726 Bruce N. Strwart. Senior Pastor Tim A. Vine. Asst. Pastor Youth Douglas G. Beason. Visitation Pastor Gary Weaver. Musk Minister Pastor David Mcwart, CE Children s Pastor Sunday School Sunday Morning Wbrship Service Sunday Evening Service Wrdnc-scLn Mid-Week Prayer Word of Life Clubs ........................... 9 45 am. 1100 a in. 600 p m 6 45 p m 6 45 p.m. MIDDLEVILLE CHRISTIAN REFORMED 708 W. Main Street Morning Worship Service Sunday School Evening Worship Service 10 00 a.m 1115 a.m. 6 00 p m Worship 9 30 a m Sunday School 11 00 a m Adult Bible Class 11 00 a m. Rev. E. Anthony Sikora Church: (616) 795-2391 GRACE UNITED REFORMED CHURCH 1664 N M-37 Highway Middleville. Ml 49333 • 945 1555 Urcated near the corner of M-37 and McCann Service Times: Sunday School ................ 9 45am Morning Worship.................................. II :00 a.m Evening Worship........................ 6.00 p.m Youth Group:............................. 6.00 p.m. Sunday Midweek 7:00 p.m Wed 9:30 a m. Thurs. ew Life Services at 9 30 a m and 6 p.m. 3449 - 76th St. S£., Caledonia 698-9660 Rev. R. Scott Greenway, Pastor Keith Stulp, Youth Director Al Tiemeyer, Community Calling 9255 84th Street. Alto. Ml 49302 A Church for today’s world Spirit-filled family Church. Church Office: (616) 891 1512 M-37 at 100th St. CALEDONIA HOLY FAMILY CATHOLIC CHURCH GUN LAKE COMMUNITY CHURCH & PRESCHOOL 12200 Weu M 179 Highway (Oucf Noonday Road) Wayland. Ml 49348 Kraft Avenue at Johnson Street Meeting you. your friends. and your family right where you re at. Rev. Dave LeBlanc, Pastor Phone 891-9259 Saturday Evening Mass ... .5:00 p.m. Sunday Mass . .9:00 a m. & 11:00 a.m. Sunday School for ages 3 yr thru 6<h grade: Sr. High. Sun 6:30 pm Jr. High, Sun 6:30 pm Rev P Adams Pftone 891-8440 Sunday Wunhip 900 an or 10 .30 am. Wednesday Worship 6 30 pun COMMUNITY church 269-795-7903 »v» gunlakevommunHychurch org June 15th: Trinity Sunday: "Adopting Our Children" s..-. u. p Sv-heduteunnnrcn Mg II) l(HM) am Worthip A Jr Church i I 00 a m.................. Coffee Fellow Jup (Nursery AsaibNe ThroughutK) Rev Noonan Kohns • (6161 891-8167 Church Office 616 891 8669 Fax: 891 8648 • »»» vakdor.i.iumu org ALASKA CONGREGATION Lakeside 945am Community Cburcn A Place for Farah A Kneads 6201 Wturner die Avenue. Aho CHRISTIAN REFORMED 9:30 a m 10 45 a m 600 pm Contemporary Wonhtp Sunday Softool tor AB Age* Evetunt Worship Paster Roger Buitmaa • Church Office M-0391 » » » hAcudecontmuruiy arg Located in Leighton Township Corner of 2nd Street and It 2nd Avenue Sanaa) Wramg VUntapt AJO am Trahhond 1100 in Gjocmpuan Praise Singing 10:50 am Sunday Sthod k* AB Age- Morning Wonhip 1100 am Sunto Eirnang Stnu 660 p m F» Fnerxh PnrNdbouiAteiScpt Apia o.JOpin Felk>*>mp 7:30 pm Pastor E.G Frizvtt Church Ph 616-8646810 • Pastor s Ph 616-497674) 5590 Wiitneyvilte Ave., S.E. Alto, Ml 49302 Ssjnod Comer of 84th St and Kraft in Caledonia 1 mile west of M-37 Mid-Week at the Oasis - Wed. 6:30 PM Informal mid week acoustic Praise and Workup service Traditional Service 5:30 AM Acoustic Praise 8r Worship Service 1100 AM Sunday School 8r Adult Bible Studij 945 AM SS. CYRIL and METHODIUS CHURCH As of now. the 9:30 Mass of SS Cyril & Methodius will take place at St Therese Church in Wayland while the final phase of the building of the church takes place. Mass at SS Cynl & Method­ ius will resume again July 13. 2003. when the dedication takes place. We apolo­ gize for the inconvenience. THORN APPLE BIBLE CI 1URC1 1 Preaching the Living Word Serving The Risen Lord Sunday Sch<x>l . .9 30 a m Sunday Morning Worship 10 30 a in (Jr. Church & Nursery available ) Currently meeting at: Emmons Lake Elementary 8950 Kraft SE, Caledonia Rev Dennis Ross Church (616) 868 7 <25 UNITED METHODIST CHURCHES Middleville - Parmelee 930 am Parmelee Morning wonhp Sunday School...10:00 am. Morning Worship... 11:00 a.m. Evening Worship...6:00 p.m. Wednesday Prayer Meeting...7:00 p.m. Rev. Royle Bailard, Pastor Phone 868-6437 Middtevte Momrg Wonnp Sunday School (AdUh) Ninery • Grooe 5 GroaeiM Sunday E/enrigi Grades 9-12 Sunday Evenngj Grades 6-12 Wednesday E venngj 1100 a m 9 45 am 1100am 5006 15 pm 630400 pm 6007 30 p m Ret Lee Zachman Churcn Office Prone - 790 9266 1060 am. KAY TOYXSFMJ PMtor <61613914*J*B • www k^hKrataurch.org Community Church Rev. Dr. Jack Doorlag. Interim Minister Finding the Way Together! An informal, contemporary church committed to our community Sunday Worship is at 10:00am in Caledonia Middle School’s cafeteria. Everyone is welcome! Nursery &. children ! activities dunng all services. For more information (616)891-8119 or uuupeacechuKh Pastor Rev Josh Blunt Contact our Dutton office al (6l6f 65-65 WAY Check our web sue toaniY.wiDfurrri< vru M-37 between Middleville & Caledonia near wrvrneyvee Ave Church School. Sunday (Time jFEletljohist (Eljiircl) '-■^CHURCH Community o| Christ Leighton Church 8146 68th St + MiStrsmuiPaul Lutheran Church WAYFAREK. A CALEDONIA £■■ UNITED METHODIST 2>(l V me street • M 37 to Emmotu lo Vine) Wednesday 6:00 P.M. Evening Prayer phone 795-2370 or 945-9327 Vicar - Rev. David T. Hvetwick AU Services have a Nursenj available • Barrier Free Proclaiming the Whole Counsel of Cod One mile east of Whilneyville R4 licTxcl Pastor Robert Oerke • Pastor David Ziehr Office PK>ne X9I PGM www.StPaulCaledonia org Sunday Worship............................ 9:30 a m and 6:00 p.m (Child & Adult) (During the School Year) community and ihr world" Sunday Service Timos 9.15 A.M. Morning Prayer (Holy Communion 2nd Sunday) 11:00 A.M. Moly Communion YOU ARE INVITED 10 AM Sunday Morning "A Church with a caring heart for our 2415 McCann Rd. tin Irving) Rev Tom DeVries. Pastor - 795-9901 Middleville Good Shepherd Wesleyan Church Lutheran Church 908 W Mam Street (Missouri Synod) ? ffaiduaA Sunday Worship: 8:30 a jn. Traditional 11 ajn. Contemporary 6 pan. Praise/Bible Study Redeemer Covenant Church —Lighting Up Lives for GodSunday Worship 9 30 am Christian Education Hour HOOam Wednesday J Family Night 5:45-8.00 pm PislOf Paul M Hillman Youth PisfcM David Lnisoo 6951 Hanna Lak Avenue. Caiedomi 61669M00I rtdeemeHmsen net www redeemer, tenant uri .4 mmAt <Ar FiayA a CmwmU Omthn dAmtn^ WHITNEYVILLE Bible Church hue at 84- St • 891-866 The Church where everybody n somebody. and Jesus is Lord” Meeting at Caledon .a H.gh School Xroa» School 930 am Scndoy Mornrg Wortfip 10-X o m t4eemg or cropel on ^vtreyvse Ave Sax»f Evenrg Wotshp 600pm Aea lAGweeu Aoyst 8 Bcte Study 700 pm ^ev Ihomos SUys. Porar • Bev cy 3asw Assoc Pastor Aeosse whtneyv^ec-oe �The Sun and News. M.ddlev»»*e ML June 10. 2003Page 5 Bowne Mennonite Choir to sing at area church Midwest Mennonrte Choir will be in performance at 7 p.m. Monday. June 16. at the Bowne Mennonite Church The Midwest Mennonite Choir will present a program of sacred music at Bowne Mennonite Church, located on 76th Street between Clarksville and Alto, on Monday. June 1 at 7 p.m. The choir, based in central Ohio, was organized espe­ cially for a tour to Mennonite churches in Germany. Switzerland and the Netherlands dun ng June Huizengas to celebrate 50th wedding anniversary Bernie and Kathleen (Sullivan) Huizenga of Hastings will observe their 50th wedding anniversary June 20th. Family and friends are invited to celebrate with them at an open house buffet from 2 to 5 p.m. on Saturday, June 21st at the Barry County Expo Center, 1350 North M-37 Highway. Hastings They request no gifts please The Huizengas’ children are Bob and Wanita Huizenga of Middleville, and Doug and Deb Klug of Clarksville They have five grandchildren. Engagements Nichols-Cross Brown-Clinton Dale Nichols and Janet Nichols of Middles ilie are pleased to announce the engagement of their daugh­ ter Alesse Mae Nichols to Kenneth Michael Cross. Alesse is a 1998 graduate of Thomapple Kellogg High School and is currently employed at Main Street Savings Bank Kenn is the son of Kenneth Cross of Wetumka. OK and Gail Cross of Hastings He is a 1997 grad­ uate of Hastings High School and a 2000 graduate of ITT Technical Institute He is currently employed at Viatec The couple will exchange vows on Oct. II. 2003 Mr and Mrs. Philip Clinton of Middleville are proud to announce the engagement of their daugh­ ter. Rachel Renee Clinton to Christopher Dean Brown of Hastings. Chris is the son of Ken­ neth and Carol Brown and is a 2001 graduate of Hastings High School. Rachel is a 2003 graduate of Thomapple Kellogg High School. They will be wed on Aug 23. 2003 at the Hastings Church of the Nazarene The couple will reside al Fort Campbell. Kentuck) where Chns will be sta­ tioned with the 101 st Airborne. 2002. This program is part of a 10day “reunion tour” in parts of Ohio, Michigan and Pennsylvania. Choir members come from seven midwestern, eastern and southern states, and represent a wide variety of professions and occupa­ tions. The program has been prepared by participants coming together for several Elizabeth Stanley wins business award The Helen Askey-Hanson business scholarship, named in memory of the long-time Caledonia High School busi­ ness teacher, was awarded this year to Elizabeth Stan­ ley, daughter of Joyce ( Benedict) Stanley and the late Roger Stanley. Elizabeth Stanley has taken a variety of business classes while at CHS and said, "I really enjoyed the marketing classes most.” She has been a member of DECA for three years and has served as an officer each year. As a member of DECA, she won medals in the category of business services competency and Role Play at the district, state, and national-interna­ tional levels while under the coaching of DECA sponsor Tom Miller. Stanley attrib­ utes her interest in pursuing a career in business to her family and her success in marketing and DECA com­ petitions. Besides the Askey-Han­ son scholarship, she was named co-recipient of the DECA student of the year award and the Millard Engle Social Studies award. She lists her interests and hobbies as shopping, time at the beach, time with family and fnends. and playing the piano. She is a member of the National Honor Society and Alto Baptist Church Call 945-9554 anytime for Sun & Neu s classified ads intensive rehearsal week­ pieces, both traditional and ends. contemporary German In addition to ministering choral selections. American through music, an important spirituals and gospel music goal for the European tour and more It is presented in was to meet and interact the mood and format of a with people in churches musical worship service. there. One way of doing that The choir is directed by was joining forces with local Lloyd Kauffman, a music choirs for several songs in a teacher and choral director number of locations. for many years During that Accordingly, a high percent­ time he periodically led age of the program was sung choirs and study groups in in German. Though a major­ Europe. In recent years he ity of this program is in has assisted in a number of English, some German European Mennonite repertoire is included. churches as a short-term The program includes a musical resource person variety of choral musical For more information call styles including samplings Pastor Jim Sutter at 616of church music, classical 693-2135 Carnival. The Mott Popular CrutM One m the World*, camr/d corn 12 DAY HAWAII *849 Elizabeth Stanley Youth Group. She often par­ ticipates as a leader in Chil­ dren’s Church and plays mu­ sic specials. Stanley will continue her education in business at the University of Michigan in the fall. 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Ml June 10. 2003 IK 8th-grade choir brings back ‘Wonder Years' The 16-member honors choir joined with the eighth grade choir as they ex­ plored the music of the Wonder Years (19651972) in the first Pops Concert directed by teacher Deidra Ross. by Patricia Johns Staff Writer With the help of “Rainbow Bridge” (a real blast from the Rainbow Bridge provided narration to the music pre­ past), members of the Thorsented by the TKMS 8th-grade choirs. napplc Kellogg eighth grade choir and honors choir re­ minded parents, friends and the schoolmates that the mu­ sic of the “Wonder Years" This no-cost screening clinic will be held to brought people together. identify children with problems of the bones, The groups performed for joints or muscles, or problems associated parents Monday, June 2, at the high school auditorium with healed burns, who may be eligible for the and then for their classmates expert care provided at Shriners Hospitals. Wednesday, June 4. A highlight of both con­ ALL CARE PROVIDED AT SHRINERS certs was a slide presentation HOSPITALS IS ABSOLUTELY “With a little help from my friends,” which included pho­ FREE OF tographs of the middle school CHARGE choir from the ’60s, pictures of current teachers who at­ Bring Your Child (under 18) to: tended the middle school and pictures of parents and Saladin Foundation 4200 Saladin Dr SE friends from that era. Choir director Deidra Ross Grand Rapids. Ml 49546 told the audience Wednesday Wed June 18 2003 900AM 1100AM that while they might not have been around when the For into/matfon call Ken Bohn at songs were new, many of 616 942 1581 Of them would be familiar. 1-800 331 7709 The concert included Free Medical Care For Children East Town Homes Middleville's Newest Townhouse Community Why rent when you can OWN? so goo Cre s available taxes may be tax ble hon < e living - n ms, 1 or living to qualified buyers <1 DeKIei ne Amy DeKleine 616-299-6790 • 616-878-4300 ext 207 Costumes worn by the choir evoked the era and the songs “ABC," originally performed Springfield. tation on television. by the Jackson 5, in a lively For an encore, the choir The concert was a trip arrangement by the honors and soloists Vai VanBemden back to the sixties and a re­ and Andrew Meads sang “ minder that while the years choir. The combined choirs then Bridge over Troubled Water” have changed each genera­ performed the Mamas and the by Simon and Garfunkel. tion has to consider the big Papas’ "Monday, Monday” Most of the students in the questions of peace, war, good with soloists Keley Brown audience knew that song be­ and evil. The production was di­ and Lindsey Meaney. The cause it was sung by one of choirs were “Happy To­ the finalists in the most re­ rected by Ross, with accomgether” (The Turtles) and cent "American Idol” presen- paniament provided by Canicc DeGraaf. wore flowers in their hair for their renditions of Scott Mackenzie’s “San Fran­ cisco,” Ocean’s “Put Your Hand in the Hand,” “Joy to Quality Family Eye Care Since 1929 the World” by Three Dog Night, were sad the day mu­ Bard Bloom, O.D. Scott Bloom, O.D. sic died in Don McLean’s “ OPTOMETRISTS American Pie,” and with the help of soloists Calynne 2 Locations Cooley and Xieanne Koehl, they all knew to “Lean on Hastings Wayland Me” 1510 N. 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Holy Comers and Lakeside cemeteries A most fitting and poignant end to each ceremony came when a member of the band played Taps near the gather­ ing of family and friends, then another member played a second round off in the distance Rifles were fired in remembrance of comrades who have fallen in the line of duty or have since passed on. The local American Legion post lost eight mem­ bers this past year. Speaking of President Bush's proclamation for everyone to stop at 3 00 pm that afternoon to take a moment Rev DeGral offered in his closing prayer. “May we not just remember at 3 o clock today, but many, many times We face the future with hope because of those that have sacrificed with their time, commitment and their lives " Scouts from Troop #202. all fifth-graders, act as flag-beareres for part of the grave side ceremony (from left) Nick Knowles (Kettle Lake), Cameron Segard (Emmons Lake). Blake Abraham (Kettle Lake) and Dylan Avery (Emmons Lake). Your Hometown Full Service Garden Center! Creekside Members of Caledonia’s American Legion Post #305 enter the Dutton Ceme­ tery for the beginning of the third set of Memorial Day services. This observance was “started over a half century ago to remember and honor our comrades who gave of their time and lives to earn and protect our freedom." Advice On Hiring Family © Uitvlugt-Bowerman Erin Ruth Uitvlugt and Wayne William Bowerman will be united in matrimony on Aug. 9. 2003 The future bride, of Dorr, is the daughter of Donald and Ruth L’itxlugt. also of Dorr She is a graduate of South Christian High School and Dordt College in Iowa Her fiance, of Caledonia, is the son of Duane and Maria Bowerman ot Middleville Wavne graduat­ ed from Thomapple Kellogg High School. He has attend­ ed Grand Rapids Com­ munity College and will be attending Reformed Bible College of Grand Rapids this fall See us tor color copies, one-hour photo processing and all your printing needs. PRINTING PLUS 1351 N. 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Memorial Services will be announced at a later date. Memorial contributions may be made to Yankee Springs Township Park. MIDDLEVILLE Mr. James R. Stockland, of Middleville, passed away Monday, June 2, 2003 at Semper Care in Kalamazoo. He was bom April 23, 1945 in Grand Rapids, Michigan, the son of the late Donald and Julia (McDonald) Strickland. Jim was employed by Amway Corporation for 33 years. He was an avid automobile racing fan and was the former Director of the Board of the Michigan Auto Racing Hall of Fame. He married Catherine Beahan on February 15, 1969 in Ada, Michigan Jim is survived by his wife. Catherine; one son, Brian (Esther) Strickland of Middleville; two grandchildren, Chris and Amanda Strickland; four brothers, Jim (Judy) DeWitt of Allendale. ML. Chuck (Carol) Maynard of Wyoming. ML, Don (Lynda) Strickland and Tom and Jan Strickland of Grand Rapids; mother-inlaw, Bettie Beahan of Gun Lake, ML; and two Land For Sale: Lowell/Caledonia Schools. 2+ acres per lot, 4 to choose from. $36,000 - $46,000 284 N. Briggs Road. Middleville. MI 49333. The family is being served by Langeland Family Funeral Homes, Memorial Chapel. 622 S. Burdick Street. Kalamazoo. 800-268-3884. Diane M. Moore ALTO - Diane M Moore, age 56. of Alto, went to be with her Lord after a six year battle with pulmonary hypertension. She is survived by her husband. Larry; her two sis­ ters and two brothers. Diane was a member of the Bowne Center United Methodist Church where she sen ed as treasurer A Memorial Service for Diane will be held Thursday. June 5. 2003 at the Bowne Center United Methodist Church. Diane desired that memo­ rial contributions may be made to the Pulmonary Hypertension Association in lieu of flowers. GIVE A MEMORIAL THAT CAN GO ON FOREVER... Call (616) 868-0965 A gto to toe Barry Commin*y Fandation 5 uMd to hep And octanes throughout toe cariy n toe name of toe person you desgneto A* you fuerd Sector tor more rtormolon on toe BC? orcaiWMK26 4.S»14%* 7-year Fixed Rate Mortgage Hastings City Dank’s New 7-year balloon the benefits continue... / Locked rate for 7 years with a 30-year amortization / Free checking account** / Fast approval process / Personalized, friendly service / 6 convenient locations HASTINGS - Harn N “Scotty” Scott Jr., age 72. formerly of Middleville, went to be with the Lord peacefully Thursday morn­ ing June 5. 2003. at Tendercare Hastings. Michigan, in the company of his children. The youngest child of Harry North and Rose (Thomsen) Scott. Harry was born April 28. 1931, at Michael Reese Hospital in Chicago. Illinois. Soon after, his family moved to Yankee Springs, where they owned and operated a gas station. When Harry was about two years old. the family home burned Soon after, they returned to Chicago, where Harry attended school, graduating from Chicago Vocational High School. The Korean War broke out two days after Harry’s graduation from high school, so he and several friends enlisted in the ser­ vice. Harry was in the U.S. Navy. He trained at Great Lakes Naval Base in Illinois and then served in the Navy’s Construction Batallion. or “Seabees” in the Pacific Theater, spend­ ing time on Guam, the Philippines, and Japan. Upon his return, he mar­ ried Patricia A. McLaughlin January 21, 1956, their mar­ riage lasting more than 47 years, until his departure. Their children never heard nor knew of any arguments between their parents in all those years. One playful dis­ pute, however, surrounded their courting days. Pat’s father owned a Sinclair gas station at the comer of 47th and Dorchester streets in Chicago, where she would help her father whenever necessary. Harry used to tease her that she visited the station more often after he began working there, while she contended that she helped her father as much before as after Harry’s employment. In about 1958, Harry and Pat moved to Michigan, after deciding they wanted to raise their children in the country. They lived for a very short time on Payne Lake, then for a couple of years on Gun Lake. In 1960, they had a farmhouse moved to the family proper­ ty in Yankee Springs there they raised their children The two “city kids” and their children also raised farm animals, learning many lessons - some funny - in the process. Harry spent most of his working life in sales, and enjoyed the many people he met in his daily travels. He also was a part-time land­ scaper. He enjoyed travel­ ing. reading, gardening, sports - especially any sport involving Thornapple Kellogg Schools in Middleville - and being with his family. He will be remembered for his sense of humor, comebacks, and often-repeated one-line creeds that made his chil­ dren groan but today make them smile. Family vacations were often spent camping in northern Michigan looking for Petoskey stones and vis­ iting rock shops and fishing His love for his wife was unending and unconditional, often bringing her flowers. jewelry and other gifts to show his love for her He was a generous, devoted father and grandfather. Even in his final h<Mirs. he gave kisses to and spoke the names of his children and grandchildren. He was preceded in death by an infant son. Stephen Patrick Scott, in 1969; his parents; sisters. LaDora in 1990 and Harriet in 1996. and by brothers, George, in 1982. and Robinson “Bob” in 1998 He is survived by his wife, Patricia A Scott, daughters. Tern (Larry) Etter of Middleville. Rose (Rob) Cook of Houston. Texas and Kathy (Tom) Maurer of Hastings; sons. Bill (Barb) of Versailles. Kentucky. Dave (Ten) of Plainwell, and Mike (Laura) of White Cloud; 13 grand children. Leanne. Chris, and Tim Etter. Taylor. Brayden. Ennn and Will Scott. Cody. Dillon and Cory Cook, anti Kevin. Christine and Rebecca Maurer, as well as a few cousins, two nieces and one nephew A Mass of Christian Burial was celebrated Monday morning at St Rose of Lima Catholic Church. Hastings Fr Allred J Russell Celebrant Interment Saints Cyril ami Methodius Cemetery. Gun Lake Memorial contributions may be made to the Thornapple Kellogg Athletic Boosters. Arrangements by the Beeler Funeral Home, Middleville Subscribe to the HASTINGS BANNER and get all the news of Barry County. Call us at (269) 945-9554 to order your subscription now. Just Say AH Meet Dr. Jennifer Battiste, primary care physician, along with life long Caledonia resident Leon VanderLaan, PA-C, at the Caledonia Office of Advantage Health. Vanderlaan look forward to you and providing you and family with personal, compr nsive health care services Accepting new patients, Toll Free 1-866-913-8850 or 913-8850 Accepting most major insurances men's & women's obstetrics ~ kids & tee alth ~ seniors ANTAGE HEALTH Physicians 9090 South Rogers Ct., Caledonia, Ml ~ www.advantagehealth.org �The Sun and News. MKkHevtHe. MVJune 10. 2003/Page 9 KISD special ed busing plan approved Caledonia School Board begins seach lor superintendent by Cathy Rueter Staff Writer The Caledonia Board of Education has decided to en­ list the help of Michigan As­ sociation of School Boards ( Paula Sue Walters MIDDLEVILLE Paula Sue Walters, age 55. of Middleville, passed away Sunday. June I. 2003 at home. Paula Sue Walters was born on Dec. 31, 1947 in Hastings. Michigan, the daughter of Roman and Rosalie (Martin) Karpinksi. She was raised in Middleville. Michigan and attended Thornapple Kellogg Schools, graduating in 1966 She was married to Elgie K Walters on Oct 29. 1966 at the Middleville United Methodist Church. Paula Sue was a home­ maker. an avid reader, col­ lecting antiques, genealogy, she enjoyed needlepoint, crocheting, knitting, flow era, and all kinds of arts and crafts She devoted her life to her family. Paula Sue was a caring, loving wife, mother^ grand­ mother. and sister, always doing kind deeds for her family and friends. She is survived by her husband. Elgie K. Walters; one daughter, Noetic (Ruben) Gonzales of Port Charlotte, Florida; one son, Jason (Robin) Walters, of Middleville; granddaughter. Jenna Walters; and grand­ son. Zane Walters; brotner. Michael (Pat) Karpinski of Wayland; many sisters-inlaw and brothers-in-law. . aunts and uncles, nieces, nephews, cousins and a host of friends She was preceded in death by her parents. Roman and Rosalie Karpinski. Funeral and Committal Services were held Thursday, June 5, 2003 at the Beeler Funeral Chapel. Middleville. Pastor Clayton Smith officiating. Interment at Mt. Hope Cemetery. Memorial contributions may be made to the Multiple Sclerosis Foundation. Arrangements by the Beeler Funeral Home, Middleville. Business Owners With the experience that comes from serving the needs of more than • simplify your finances; • build financial indepen­ dence for retirement 480,000 business owners, we can help you: • protect your family's financial security; • plan for the continuation of your business; and • reduce your tax burden. Call or stop by taday for more information Drew McFadden investment Representative 9185 Oerry WWley Ave SE Su«e E. Caledonia. Ml 49316 Bus 616-8911173 IbMree 86&8911173 etMarc^ones com Memoer S*C Edward Jones Semf llfri Al ii Im rOnn Smct 1>-1 MASB) in the search for a new superintendent at a cost not to exceed $6,000. Local school officials hope to have a new chief on board by this fall to replace Douglas Busman, who re­ signed last month to take on a professorship at Grand Valley State University. The community will be invited to a forum conducted by MASB consultant Dr. Carl Harman at 7 p.m. to­ night (Tuesday. June 10) at the Caledonia Middle School cafeteria. Staff will have an opportunity to meet with Dr Hartman at 4 p.m. today. According to a press re­ lease. the MASB has con­ ducted more than 400 searches in the last 23 years. Hartman has worked with more than 120 districts in the past. “Dr. Hartman will pro­ vide an overview of the search process and receive input from community members regarding the crite­ ria to be used in evaluating candidates.” according to the press release. Those unable to attend the forum may send a letter or card listing ideas and view­ points about desirxd charac­ teristics and competencies of a superintendent to Superin­ tendent Search Services. Michigan Association of School Board, 1001 Centen­ nial Way. Suite 400, Lans­ ing. MI 48917. The school board, in an­ other matter handled at the May 28 special meeting, ap­ proved a resolution to pur­ sue further information about a proposal to contract special education transporta­ tion services through the Kent Intermediate School District. Several board members felt that the quick decision necessary for the KISD proposal did not give the board sufficient time to explore the issue fully. The board June 5 then adopted a resolution "that Caledonia Community Schools and Kent Intermedi­ ate School District enter into the agreement for Kent ISD to provide special education transportation services to Caledonia Community Schools." This transportation would be for special education bus­ ing to outlying programs and facilities. The agreement with the KISD is for a five-year con­ tract. "it should help our district with money," said Bo ad President Bob Bergy. "We should average about $100,000 a year (in sav­ ings)." According to Bergy. the district will pay KISD each month next y car for special education students utilizing the busing with KISD but then KISD will be reim­ bursed by the stale at the end of 2003-04 KISD will then compensate the district. Although al! board mem­ bers were not in full agree­ ment about the particulars of the agreement. Bergy later said. "If we waited until next year. we’d delay our sav­ ings. Our bus drivers wouldn’t have an oppourtunity to hold their seniority... We have to be fair with eve­ rything." In last week’s edition of the Sun and News. Patricia Johns wrote about the trans­ portation issues in special education busing agreement with the Kent Intermediate School District for the Thor­ napple Kellogg school dis­ trict. A motion also was carried for Middle School Assistant Principal Darrell Kingsbury to be reassigned as principal to the new middle school to open in the fall of the 200405 school year. TO THE EDITOR State track finals back next year Dear editor: What an outstandingjob by the entire Caledonia community on Saturday. May 31! with Caledonia's first ever hosting of the Michigan High School Ath­ letic Association (MHSAA) Division II state track and field finals. Many positive comments were received from folks from around the state about our facility and its appear­ ance; our workers and their helpfulness and our sports boosters with their fully stocked concession stands. Our entire community stepped up and did a first class job of presenting Cale­ donia to the state of Michi­ gan. The MHSAA has re­ ceived many complimentary calls about our hosting of this event, and they have asked us if we would con­ sider conducting the 2(X)4 Division 11 finals here again next spring ... of course we will! So... Caledonia, mark your calendars for Saturday. June 5, 2004 when again we will put on the best state fi­ nals ever here at CHS. Our gratitude and appre ciation go out to all of Cale donia for a first class tourna ment. Dave Price. Director of Athletics. Caledonia High School Over Your Head hi Debt? LIQUIDATION—REORGANIZATION Bankruptcy Stop in/or FREE Bankruptcy informational brochure. Payment plans available to qualified individuals. Michael J. McPhillips 945-3512 Evening Appointments Available Cherry Valley Greenhouse West Michigan's Most Inspiring Retail Gardening Experience! Over 2 Acres of Annuals and Perennials Friendly, Knowledgeable Staff to help you with all your needs Children’s Play Area For your shopping convenience! 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Gun Lake Women’s Club Arts Scholarship. Holly Smith Ihomapple Area Enrich­ ment Foundation Scholar­ ships Traditional Scholar­ ship. Chad Baragar and Carolyn Ehmry Terne Yoder Memorial Schol­ arship. Carolyn Ehmry. Adam Dipp Scholarship. Leanne Etter Millicent Thornapple Kellogg High School principal Ellen Zack presented Kyle Fletke with the HJ Dugan Prin­ cipal's Award Grace Knox Memorial Scholarship. Maegan Mc­ Kee Rodney M. Sc had Scholarship, Raymon Galle Thomas Robert Hamilton Memonal Scholarship. Kara Hutchens. Jeffery Lehman Memonal Scholarship. Ky le Fletke. Travis Wenger Memonal Scholarship. Tyler Wenger. Woody Wynagarten Scholarship: Ryan Adams. Village Players Scholar­ ship: Rebecca Dufresne. Elks Lodge #1965 Local Scholarship: Jessica Jones. Business Award. Katie Longstreet. McKeown & Kraai Ac­ counting Scholarship: Chad Baragar and Tricia nelson. Business Professionals of America: Chad Baragar. James Beckering. Chelsea Biermacher. Desirae Hen­ ning, Tricia Nelson. Social Studies Award: Cary Middlebush. Band and Chorus Awards: Semper Fidelis Award from Manne Corps: Chad Baragara and Cary Middlebush. Drum Majors: Melody Welton and Melissa Moorehouse. Flag Captains: Christen Davis and Stephanie Simon. John Philip Sousa Award: Ashley Ballad and Melissa Moorhouse. Arion Award: Holly Smith. National School Choral Award: Craig Batdorff. Science Distinguished Honors Awad: Ryan And­ erson, Ashley Ballard. Chad baragar, Kyle Fletke, Patrick McKeown and Jennifer Piccard. YOUR ONE STOP WATER STORE The Thomapple Kellogg Education Association award was presented to (from left) Kyle Fletke. Cary Middlebush. Chad Baragar and Jennifer Piccard Technology Education Award: Elise Nyland and Jason Drogowski. AMC 12 Award. Mathematics Award: Steve Johnson. Society of Women Engineers Certificate of Merit: Angela Blood. Language Awards: French - Shannon Bieski. Carolyn Ehmry and Katie Terry; Spanish - Joey Guy. Jessica Stark. Chelsea Matousek, Lindsey Wisniewski and Angela Blood. English Award: Cary Middlebush. All State-All American Awards: Ryan Adams, James Beckering, Alec Belson, Angela Blood, Ashley Bronsink, Daniel Burbank. Meg­ an Dutcher, Stile Engstrom, Joey Guy, Bill Huff, Eric Holmquist, Nick Otto. Mike Price, Ashley Richards, Jen­ nifer Burks, Eric Smith, Justin VanSpronsen, and Bryan Winchester. Student Council Certifi­ cates: Chad Baragar, Patrick McKeown, Amanda VandenBosch, Janine Dykstra, and Justin VanSpronsen. Drama Awards: Rebecca Dufresne and Ashley Ballard. Art Awards: Holly Smith, Stuart Reinstein, Laura Weingartz. National Honor Society: Seniors - 50 senior members of the National Honor Society were awarded gold cords to be worn at gradua­ tion to symbolize their com­ mitment io academic achievement, leadership, and service to others. Patrick McKeown and Kyle Fletke were recognized as this year’s TKHS National Honor Society Scholarship nominees. The seniors included Ryan Anderson, Ashley Ballard, Chad Baragar. Craig Bat­ dorff. James E. Beckering. Katherine Bedrick, Chet Berkimer, Angela Blood, Tim Brog, Rachel Clinton, Joshua Dryer. Rebecca A. Dufresne. Megan Dutcher, Janine Dykstra, Carolyn Ehmry. Leanne Etter. Kyle Fletke. Samantha Fliearman, Mary-Elaine Foster, Sarah A Freeman. Raymon Galle, Ashley Getty, Joey Guy, Desirae Henning. Christoph­ er Howarth. Kara Hutchens, Jessica Jones, Joshua Kuipers. Ryan Lavich. Andrea London, Katie Longstreet. Chelsea Mat ousek. David McAllister, Kyle McClure. Jamie McCormick, Maegan Mc­ Kee. W. Patrick McKeown. Cary Middlebush. Melissa Moorhouse, Tricia Nelson. Brittany Nicholson, Elise Nyland. Nicholas Otto. Lacey Patterson. Jennifer Piccard. David Phillips, Robert Roush. Stephanie Simon. Latisha Smith. Jes­ sica Stark. Roger L. Thomp­ son. Zachary Tolan, Amanda VandenBosch, Rachel VanderMeer, Melody Welton, Michael Yager and Emily Zoet. TKEA Scholarship: Chad Baragar, Kyle Fletke, Cary Middlebush and Jennifer Piccard HJ Dugan Principal's Award: Kyle Fletke Honors Students with GPA of 3.5 or higher are Ryan Anderson. James Beckering. Katherine Bedrick. Julie Bergukker. Angela Blood. Tim Brog, Christopher Doornbos, Reb­ ecca Dufresne. Megan Dutcher. Janine Dykstra. Carolyn Ehmry. Leanne Etter. Amanda Fisk. Sam antha Fliearman. Tiffany Forbes, Mary-Elaine Foster. Sarah Freeman. Ashley Getty, Joey Guy, Desirae Henning. Christopher Howarth. William Hull, Kara Hutchens. Jennifer Jones, Jessica Jones, Joshua Kuipers, Ryan La-vich. Andrea Landon, Katie Continued next page Leanne Etter accepts the Adam Dipp scholarship from Manlyn Fmkbetner Rebecca Dufresne received the Village Players scholarship with help from Mike Bremer and Robin Schweitzer �The Sun and News MKidlevUie Ml June 10. 2003 Page 11 Former Middleville artist’s works on display in Hastings Artist Eric Wiennga, now lives in Indiana, but was originally from Middleville. He brings his personal vi­ sion to a show of his work at the Thornapple Arts Council gallery at 117 W. State St. in Hastings during June. An artist’s reception is planned for June 14 from 6 to 8 p.m. at the gallery. Wicnnga recently gradu­ ated from Indiana Wesleyan University in Marion, Ind. with degrees in painting and illustration. He also has studied under nationally known artists Ron Mazellan and Rod Crossman. He hopes that former friends and teachers will come to the reception to see how he is making his artistic vision a reality. He gradu­ ated from Thomapple Kel­ logg High School in 1998 before going to Indiana. These challenging and spiritual works will be on display through June on Tuesdays and Thursdays from 10 a.m. to 7 p.m. and on Wednesdays and Fridays from 10 a m. to 5 p.m. at the Arts Council gallery. For more information call the TAC at 945-2002. From previous page There was a tender and bittersweet moment when Tyler Wenger was the first recipient of the Travis Wenger Memorial Schol­ arship. Here Tyler hugs his dad as his mom looks on. Longstreet. Chelsea Matousek. David McAllister. Kyle McClure. Jamie Mc­ Cormick. Maegan McKee. Patrick McKeown. Melissa Moorhouse. Brittany Nich­ olson, Elise Nyland. Nich­ olas Otto. Lacey Patterson. David Phillips. Robert Roush. Latisha Smith. Jes­ sica Stark. Roger Thomp­ son. Zachary Tolan. Amanda VandenBosch. Rachel VanderMeer. Melody Welton. Lindsey Wisniewski. Mich­ ael Yarger. and Emily Zoet. Top Ten: Ashley Ballard. Chad Baragar. Craig Batdorff. Chet Berkimcr. Kyle Fletke, Raymon Galle. Cary Middlebush. Tricia Nelson. Jennifer Piccard. and Stehanie Simon. Wiennga stands by one of his untitled works on display at the Thomapple Arts Council Gallery at 117 W State Street in Hastings. Local artist Don Williamson helped Wieringa mount his show Former Caledonia man on Alma list Freshman Cameron Ray formerly of Caledonia, has been named to the dean’s list of Alma College for out­ standing academic perfor­ mance during the 2003 win­ ter term, which ended April 18 Students who achieve a 3.5 or better grade point average during a term, while carrying a minimum of 13 credits (at least eight of which are evaluative grades), are named to the dean’s list. Ray. a 2002 graduate of Caledonia High School, is the son of Jeff and Ruthanne Ray of Monument. Colo. Call 945-9554 anytime to place your Sun & News ACTION-Ad & reach over 11,000 area homes! 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"We plan to educate highly trained business graduates who will work in West Michigan and contribute to its economic development.... allowing Davenport Univer­ sity the opportunity for ‘ed­ ucating local, staying local...' (allowing students) to work for new and historic employers... with an eye to­ ward the future.” Amway Corp, co-founders Rich DeVos and Jay Van Andcl will serve as honorary co-chairs of the project's fund-raising cam­ paign 'An investment in Daven­ port University is an invest- Wilbur A Lettinga said, 'Never in my life did I dream that they would put my name on a building.' The new campus, located at 6191 Kraft Ave. will be the W.A. Lettinga Campus (Photo by Cathy Rueter) Smith diamond I outiTui i i l i I 8980 N. RODGERS DR., CALEDONIA, Ml FREE MARKET ANALYSIS J 891-2222 i I CALEDONIA I I Beautiful farmI house on 2 country I acres. Great room I and family room. I Main level laundry I room. Open floor I plan. Huge garage I and workshop. 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Photo by Cathy Rueter ment in the strength and growth of our business com­ munity,” said DeVos and Jay Van Andel in a prepared joint statement. “All of us in business know this uni­ versity provides a practical education that prepares stu­ dents to be well equipped to enter the workforce. We're proud to be the honorary cochairs of this campaign and encourage our community to support the growth of Dav­ enport University.” The project is the first of its kind that will carry both Richard De Vos and Jay Van Andel's name on the build­ ing; the Richard M. DeVos and Jay Van Andel Aca­ demic building. DeVos explained the rea­ soning behind permitting the DeVos and Van Andel names to be associated with projects and buildings. He had been told years earlier that when "you put your name on (a building or pro­ ject), you endorse the pro­ ject and encourage new ( Christopher J. Hier, D.D.S. 616-891-1240 supporters)." De Vos later said. "Jay and I have always liked Daven­ port. We're honored to sup­ port this campaign. Keeping the heart of it here (Grand Rapids) but moving forward to expansion (South Belt­ line)." Davenport has been a sig­ nificant contributor to West Michigan's business and community for 136 years, educating many local busi­ ness leaders, including cam­ paign co-chairs. Wilbur A. Lettinga. chairman and CEO of Kentland Corporation, and Glenn D. Steil. CEO of Compatico and former state senator, who also partici­ pated in the program. "Davenport has grown significantly since I gradu­ ated in 1955," according to Wilbur Lettinga. "The his­ tory of the college 1 attended is important to me as an alum, but even more impor­ tant is Davenport s ability to meet the needs of students into the future. That is why I have chosen to make an ad­ ditional major gift to further the growth of Davenport at the new campus in Caledo­ nia Township. I believe strongly in the University’s mission. Many of my family members have also attended Davneport and received the same quality business edu­ cation that I did. Davenport has been a major part of my life, and I'm grateful to have the opportunity to give back. Glenn Steil will make a strong co-chair of the cam­ paign, and I'm excited to work with him on this pro­ ject. " The new campus in Cale­ donia will be called the W. A. lettinga Campus. Flechsig said the project will allow Davenport Uni­ versity to grow, while at the same time allow it to pro­ vide students with an aca­ demic setting that is com­ fortable. has state-of-the-art classrooms and technology, and is conducive to learning now and into the future. "We are also committed to maintaining our presence at the Fulton Street campus located in downtown Grand Rapids," said Flechsig. " This is where the university began and will continue to serve as headquarters and offer select programs to the community." Plans for enhancements to the University's Grand Rap­ ids campus on East Fulton Street were included in the program, including the nam­ ing of that campus after Glenn D. Steil. "As a Davenport grad, it is an honor to serve as cochair with Bill Lettinga on the Building Opportunits campaign for Davenport University. I firmly believe in the direction of the Uni­ versity. and 1 am pleased to support their efforts with a major gift to renovate the Fulton Street campus." said Steil. "To have the down­ town campus named after me is a lifetime thrill. I am an advocate of improving these resources to better the experiences of Davenport students as they prepare to meet the needs of the com­ munity and workplace. I have hired many alums in my companies, and I can say they are worth the invest­ ment. I have found these graduates to be the best re­ sources a company can have." Located on 43 acres al 6191 Kraft Ave. in Caledo­ nia, the new campus will be ' the university’s largest. 127,000 square feet, serving 2.400 students and sched­ uled to open in fall 2005. The W.A. Lettinga Campus will include the Richard M. DeVos and Jay Van Andel Academic Center, the Mar garet D. Sncden Library and Technology Center and the Peter C. and Pal Cook Resi­ dence Hall. Continued next page Steve A. Van Andel represented his father, Jay "Davenport gives a practical business educa­ tion to anyone willing to do the work," he said Photo by Cathy Rueter THORNAPPLE AREA ENRICHMENT FOUNDATION General Dentistry’ for Children & Adidts Our Hometown Charitable Organization — NEW PATIENTS WELCOME — Early Morning & Evening Appointments Available Conveniently located on J/-37 tn Caledonia (Right on the way to orfrom work) Quality dental care in a relaxed and friendly atmosphere. Your Smile Tbe First Thing People See! MISSION: To enrich and enhance the quality of life in the Thornapple Area by acting as a leader and catalyst in the evolving needs of the community. For scholarship and chantatXe gift mtormabon. please write to: P.O Box 164 Middleville, Michigan 49333-0164 tktaef @ hotmail com �The Sun and News. Middleville. MV June 10 2003 Page 13 Thornapple Kellogg Alternative Education graduates five students This year the Alternative High School had 5 graduates They received their di­ plomas at a quiet ceremony on May 28 in the high school auditorium There was applause, a few tears and even cake to celebrate. TeacherAnthony Comacchione congratulates graduates jacob Daniel Robinson, Austin Clay McKian, Jason Jay Rowley. Kathleen Rose Streb and Jennifer L. Fisher on their accomplishments There was cake, punch and time for family and friends to congratulate the graduates following the ceremony. Continued next page Davenport Vice President for Advancement Barbara Mieras announced the launch of a fund-raising campaign to support the de­ velopment of the new south campus and renovation of the Fulton Street campus. " Building Opportunity: The campaign for Davenport University" will raise $10 million. "With generous lead gifts from Alticor/Activa, W.A. Lettinga, Peter C. and Pat Cook, and Glenn D. Steil, we have already raised over $4.3 million," announced Mieras. 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Bujak and Stauffer Absent Robertson Also Present: Planner/ Manager Zylstra Deputy Clerk Palmer. Fire Chief Bennett and several citizens Supervisor Harrison called the regular Caledonia Township meeting to order at 7 02 p m Supervisor Harnson led the Pledge and Invocation CONSIDERATION OF THE AGENDA: Moved Harnson. sec­ ond Cardwell remove item 10A Hometown Hero Ayes All MOTION CARRIED. Moved Harrison second Cardwell add item 10A fireworks display per mH Ayes All MOTION CAR­ RIED. Moved Harrison, second Cardwell add item 10D Blackstone Ayes All MOTION CARRIED. Moved Harrison, second Snyder to add item 10E Pavement bids Ayes all MOTION CARRIED PUBLIC COMMENT: Don Mio sen of 7081 Cherry Valley Ave donated 11 ceM phones CONSENT AGENDA: Moved Snyder, second Bravata to approve the consent agenda as written. Ayes: All MOTION CARRIED. INQUIRY OF CONFLICT OF INTEREST: None REPORT FROM BOARD OFFICERS AND STAFF: None CORRESPONDENCE: None 2ND READING. ZONING DISTRICTS, AGRICULTURAL; RURAL RESIDENTIAL, LOW DENSITY SINGLE FAMILY; MEDIUM DENSITY SINGLE FAMILY. MEDIUM DENSITY MULTIPLE FAMILY ORDI­ NANCE: Moved Snyder, second Harrison to adopt an ordinance to amend the zoning ordinance of the Township ot Caledonia • zoning districts; agricultural, rural residential, low density sin­ gle family; medium density sin­ gle family; medium density multi­ ple family ordinance Roll all vote Ayes All MOTION CAR­ RIED. 2ND READING: NEIGHBOR­ HOOD BUSINESS: GENERAL BUSINESS; LIGHT INDUSTRI­ AL; INDUSTRIAL DISTRICTS ORDINANCE: Moved Stauffer second Harnson to adopt an ordinance to amend the Zoning Ordinance of the Township of Caledonia - neighborhood bust ness. general business, light industnal industrial di stnets ordi­ nance Roll call vole Ayes All MOTION CARRIED 2ND READING SPECIAL LAND USES ORDINANCE: Moved Snyder, second Stauffer to adopt an ordinance to arr«nd the Zoning Ordinance of the Township of Caledonia - special land uses Roll call vote Ayes All MOTION CARRIED. 2ND READING: DEFINI­ TIONS; GENERAL PROVI­ SIONS; SITE CONDOMINIUMS ORDINANCE: Moved Snyder, second Stauffer to adopt an ordi­ nance to amend the Zoning Ofd*nance of the Township of Caledonia - definitions, general provisions, site condominiums ordinance Roll call vote Ayes All MOTION CARRIED. 2ND READING: AMEND­ MENT ON PUD APPLICA­ TIONS: Moved snyder, second Bravata to adopt an ordinance to amend the Zoning Ordinance of the Township of Caledonia Roll call vote Ayes: AU MOTION CARRIED. FIREWORKS DISPLAY PER­ MIT: Moved Harrison, second Snyder to approve a fireworks display permit contingent upon a site approval by Chief Bennett and a copy of the insurance pol­ icy Ayes All MOTION CAR­ RIED. ZONING ADMINISTRATOR: Cardwell discussed concerns in the hiring of the position Discussion was held. Snyder discussed her concerns Bravata discussed his support of the committee and his concerns Bujak commented Moved Harnson. second Bravata to hire Ed Rusticus for the Zoning Administrator position Ayes Harnson Cardwell Bujak and Robertson Nay Snyder MOTION CARRIED RESOLUTION TO APPROVE THE LIBRARY PROPERTY PURCHASE AGREEMENT: Don Miesen of 7081 Cherry Valley discussed his concerns Moved Harnson. second Stauffer to approve the library property purchase agreement Roll call vote Ayes: All MOTION CARRIED. BLACKSTONE CONSENT JUDGEMENT AMENDMENT: Mark Danaman discussed the need for the amendment Discussion was held Moved Harnson second to approve the consent judgment amendment to reflect the approval of the pri­ vate paved dnve with the owner paying attorney fees incurred by the Township and disclosure so buyers are aware of proximity to sewer plant Roll call vote Ayes AH MOTION CARRIED PAVEMENT BIDS: Moved Snyder, second Stauffer to approve the bid from Duraseal to clean, fill, seal and re-stripe the Township and the Fire Department lots in the amount of $2653.00. Ayes All MOTION CARRIED. BOARD COMMENTS: Bujak discussed the need tor a month­ ly report from the Fire Department Cardwell discussed the new website and the Metro Authonty Act Harrison attended the first meeting of the Gerald R. Ford Airport and the materials are available Snyder discussed the 2nd graders that came to the office last week. PUBLIC COMMENT (5 MIN­ UTES): Kns Apol discussed the Memorial Day Services. Don Miesen discussed his concerns with the library site ADJOURNMENT: Moved Stauffer second Cardwell to adjourr Ayes All MOTION CARRIED. (330) ORDINANCE NO. 03_Z AN ORDINANCE to amend the Zoning Ordinance of the Township of Caledonia (Steketee C-2 Rezoning) THE CHARTER TOWNSHIP OF CALEDONIA ORDAINS: Section i The Zorwng Onknance ot the Charter Township of Caledonia rs hereby amended by the amendment ot Section 4 2 thereof, the Zonmg Map. so as to rezone the totowrvg desertoed lands from the Planned Unit Development District m accordance with the Fnai Development Plan ot the M-37 Business Park East PUD and the A AgnoJturai D-stnd to he C-2 General Business District ___ Part ot the Southwest 1/4, Secton 8. T5N. R10W. described as commenong * the SoUh 1/4 comer of said Secton 8. thence S88*5119^V 45 25 feet atong the South toe of said SW 1/4; thence N00 W5TW 350 00 feet paratoi with the East toe ot said SW 1 4 thence S88 51 19*W 635 95 feet to the East toe ot Broadmoor Avenue (M-37); thence N26 503TW 143 73 teet atong said East toe. thence N87'i48 l8*E 10 30 teet thence N02 4M8*E 646 00 teet. toence 888'10'18"W 22 65 teet to the place of beginning of thus desenpton thence S88‘1O18*W 343 30 teet to the East toe ot Broadmoor Avenue (M-37) toence Northwesterly 15C2 02 teet atong said East toe on a 43.155 48 toot radws curve to the te« toe chore when bears N28 35 20"W 1501.85 teet. thence S59h6D8*W 2 51 teet atong a job m toe R O W width ot Broadmoor Avenue (M-37): thence N29‘3350"W 215 90 teet atong toe East toe ot Broadmoor Avenue (M-37) thence N88"58 >9*E 352 75 teet atong toe North toe of sato SW 1.4 at Secton 8; thence S283520*E 1708.97 teet to the place ot begnrvng Caledonia Townsho Kent County. Michigan 331 ciates Inc. of Grand Rapids as a private investigator. Caledonia Township Su­ pervisor Bryan Harrison named the Grand Rapids Press, the Michigan Town­ ships Association website, and letters sent to local law enforcement agencies as places where the job open­ ing was posted. He said phone calls were made to neighboring townships to ask if such a position was sought. He said the places the job was advertised permitted reaching all types of appli­ cants and backgrounds, such as planners. Harrison said he thought Rusticus had the range of qualifications needed for the job, as an educator and po­ liceman. He added that the new employee had almost 20 years as an educator as well as a background in law enforcement. Though Rusticus does not have a background in plan­ ning and zoning. Planner Dave Zylstra and Trustee/ and the public. He will have a role in informing the pub­ lic of the ordinances, of ex­ pectations and how to be in compliance on a variety of issues. It often offers insights and options to make changes in some operations or in com­ munication. he said. "He hears a lot of con­ cerns. deals directly with problems... A lot of limes these problems are examples of how we can change our system and make it better." Treasurer Jill Cardwell described the job as speak­ ing with the public on the phone.. Residents asking, what's our setback?, can 1 build a pole barn, how big can I build it?, can I put a fence up?, can I have a horse?" That is a kind of customer service informa­ tion." she said Bujak said. "We have to make it known what our wishes as a board are as far as enforcement. Wc do want to create policies that allow residents to come into con­ formance based on their un­ derstanding of zoning is­ sues. Many times a resident truly docs not understand the zoning ordinance and should not be penalized for that lack of knowledge." The job often entails com­ justed sizes and number ot plaints about residential units would take up 30,(MM) problems which may relate square feet, Garbow said. to zoning. He said their time frame is He said he thought the tight, and need to get grant township should direct the applications in by the mid­ new administrator to have a dle of June. procedure in place whereby He said he wanted prior a resident in non-compliance guidance to know if the ad­ can be given an opportunity justment could be consid­ to amend the situation, with ered. time to bring the matter into Chairman Archie Warner compliance. said it would be "something Bujak said the new ad­ we would be willing to kx>k ministrator would need sup­ at." port and the board’s assis­ Final approval would be tance while learning the job. up to the Township Board. Planning Commissioner Wally Bujak took part in the decision to select a person with those capabilities. Twelve resumes were re­ ceived. Zylstra said. Three interviews were conducted. All three had some law enforcement back­ ground. The salary repre­ sents the second step of a six-step range, at $32,045. Harrison explained his role will be a two-pronged job including front counter work and enforcement. The duties of zoning administra­ tor include acting as pro­ gram specialist, requiring some computer applications in the office, but the job de­ scription is most reflected as zoning administrator. Harri­ son said. Both Bujak and Harrison said being in communication with members of the Plan­ ning Commission is an im­ portant part of the work. Trustee Bill Bravata de­ scribed the role as a conduit between township officials Retirement living complex considered for Garden Grove by Ruth Zachary Staff Writer Tom Garbow told the Caledonia Planning Com­ mission June 2 he may be bringing a request to the township in the near future to amend the consent judg­ ment for Garden Grove, lo­ cated off M-37 and 100th Street. Garbow said the change may be asked for in the next two weeks. He said negotiations with Porter Hills which is inter­ ested in Parcel G of the development. and that com­ pany would like to bring re­ tirement apartments to the project, long a goal for the development, by both the Garbows and many people in the community. Porter Hills has a good reputation as a respected company, he said. Parcel G previously was approved for 40 units at 1,286 square feet. This building envelope would consume 51.400-plus square feet. Porter Hills would like to put in 49 units at an average of 600 square feet. The ad- Call 945-9554 to place your Sun & News ACHON-Ad! Reach over 11,000 area homes Looking for a printer? cell Liu. rry county's ^Complete nting pany Full Service From Start to Finish! • 1 Hour Photo Processing • Fud Cotor Copying • Addressing • Comptete Binding • Signs • Laminating. and more! 1351 N. M43 Highway Hastings, Ml 49058 (269) 945-9554 �The Sun and News. MkkSeviHe. Ml June 10. 2003/Page 15 Approval for Campau road resisted by residents by Ruth Zachary Staff Writer A private road along a Campau Lake wetlands was approved at the business meeting of the Township Planning Commission June 2. Joe Hamilton, represented by Steve Witte of Nederveld Associates, presented the re­ quest for a project on the south side of 56th Street, that would provide access to land zoned for R-2 border­ ing Campau lake. The Planning Commis­ sion asked the developer last October to obtain an MDEQ permit, signed by Chuck Dodgers, which finally was received on May 22. The lots will be divided with meets and bounds splits. The site covers 21.3 acres, with four single-fam­ ily units clustered near the lake. Much of the site in­ cludes a wetlands. The drive will meet or ex­ ceed current township stan­ dards, Witte said. The 1,152-foot road is to be paved, with 66 feet of right of way, roadside ditches and a cul-de-sac turnaround at the end. Fire department re­ view had not been included. A maintenance agreement will be included to assure continued upkeep of the road. Stormwater from the four homes at the end of the pri­ vate road will drain toward Campau Lake. Additional calculations and storm water measures may be undertaken if the Planning Commission or Kent County Road Com­ mission requests, though the Kent County Road Commis­ sion has given preliminary approval. A fifth lot will be placed on 56th Street and will be served separately by a gravel drive. A house used to exist on that site. Wally Bujak asked for a verification of standards with soil borings to assure the gravel base depth for the asphalt. Wilcox Engineering I SEE SHEET 3 OF 8 FOR DETAIL OF THIS AREA EX. EDGE OF WETLAND shared s path fot lots ore &5S St & as Ffippi JACI STRRRT LEGEND - EXISTING WETLAND AREAS CAMPAU LAAX - PROP. 5 FT WALK PATHS FT1- PROP. CONSERVATION ESMT. 1---- U AREA 12 82 ACRES had reviewed the plans, Witte explained. Soil bor­ ings every 350 feet will be required in connection with sewer installation. The company has its own manager who monitors all road construction on Nederveld's projects. He previ­ ously worked for the Ottawa Road Commission, Witte said. Technical measure­ ments are also done by Aqua Tech. Arnie Stawick expressed concern over impact of the road, which will partially in­ fringe on the wetlands. He suggested Kaiser Drive from the south might provide ac­ cess to the area to be devel­ oped. Witte said that road stops short of Hamilton's property. Attempts to negotiate a road easement for Kaiser access was refused by the owner. He said the sanitary sewer stops at the same point and will have to be installed the length of the private drive. Witte said additional efforts were made to work out a joint sewer venture with Richard Crissman, as the road is adjacent to his prop­ erty line, but he also was not interested. Witte said attempts were being made to minimize im­ pact on the wetlands, and in order to gain agreement on the road with the DEQ, a conservation easement was established as a part of the deal, which provides more protection than if only one home was erected there with no easement. Oversight of wildlife and waterfowl habi­ tat will be a DEQ responsi­ bility under the conservation easement. The road will hug the ORDINANCE NO. 03 AN ORDINANCE to amend the Zoning Ordinance of the Township of Caledonia (DenHartigh & Steketee R-3 Rezoning) THE CHARTER TOWNSHIP OF CALEDONIA ORDAINS Section 1 The Zoning Ordinance of the Charter Township of Caledonia ts hereby amended by the amendment of Section 4 2 thereof, the Zoning Map. so as io rezone the totowing desenbed lands from the A Agncutturai Distnct to the R-3 Mecfcum Density Mi4bpie Famrfy District Part of the Southwest IM. Section 8. T5N. R10W desenbed as begmnng at the S 1 4 comer of said Section 8. thence S88*5119'W 4525 feet along the South hne of said SW 1M thence NOO”iO‘5i*W 350 00 feet paraMei with the East hne of said SW i 4 thence S88*5rirw 635 95 feet to the East hne of Broadmoor Avenue (M-37). thence N26 50 39“W 143 73 feet along sad East hne. tnence N8r48T8*E 10 30 feet, thence N02~42l8*E 646 00 feet, thence S88^018*W 22 65 feet thence N28 3520“W 1708 97 feet thence N88‘5829'E 1437 63 feet along the North line of sad SW 14 ot Section 8 io the NW comer of Cherrywood Estates (Kent County Condominium Subdivision Plan No 455) thence S001051T 1318 97 teat along the West hne of Cherrywood Estates thence NSS M’M’E 100 00 feel along the South hne of Cne^ywood Estates: thence SOO*1O*51*E 1318 87 feet along the East hne of sad SW 1 4 of Season 8 to the place of beginning Caiedoma Townshp. Kent County. Mctvgan its pubLcafion or seven days after the pubbeabon at a summary ot its provisions n a local news­ paper of general arcuiatjon OVERALL SITE LAYOUT MAP edge of the marsh. Some sand and gravel will replace muck at the water’s edge up to 25 feet to stabilize the road. Muck is expected to be no more than two or three feet deep, and will be re­ placed. If muck is deeper, geothread could be used to bridge the wetland edge. Silt fence will be placed along the east side of the road, for 320 feet and a cer­ tified stormwater operator will oversee the site follow­ ing any rain event to see that measures taken are intact, Witte said. Welland infringement does not require mitigation because it makes up only .23 acres, or 10,(XM) square feet, Witte said. The conservation casement area is 12.82 See Campau road, pg. 16 CHARTER TOWNSHIP OF CALEDONIA COUNTY OF KENT, MICHIGAN At a regular meeting of the Township Board of the Charter Township of Caledonia, held at the Township and Village Hall, 250 South Maple Street. Caledonia, Michigan, on the 4th day of June, 2003, at 7 p.m. PRESENT: Members: Harrison, Snyder, Cardwell, Bravata, Bujak. Stauffer ABSENT: Members: Robertson The following ordinance was offered by Snyder and supported by Bravata ORDINANCE NO. 03-19Z AN ORDINANCE to amend the Zoning Ordinance of the Township of Caledonia (PUD District - Amendment on PUD applications) THE CHARTER TOWNSHIP OF CALEDONIA ORDAINS: Section 1. The Charter Township of Caledonia Ordinance No 03-5Z,is hereby amended by the addition of Section 22 thereof, as follows: Section 22 This ordinance shall not apply to residential planned unit developments that had been applied for by the filing of all required plans and other papers and by the payment of all required fees as of the effective date of this ordinance Any such planned unit developments filed for approval at or prior to such time shall be consid­ ered under the terms of the previous planned unit development chapter provisions As to any subsequent amendments in any such PUD. however, the provisions of this ordinance shall apply Section 2 This ordinance shall become effective seven days after its publication or seven days after the publication of a summary of its provisions in a local newspaper of general circulation AYES: All NAYS:_____ ORDINANCE DECLARED ADOPTED Bryan Harrison Township Supervisor Patricia Snyder Township Clerk First Reading May 21.2003 Second Reading June 4, 2003 Ordinance becomes effective June 24, 2003 I hereby certify that the foregoing is a true and complete copy of an ordinance adopted by the Township Board of the Charter Township of Caledonia at a regular meeting held on the date first stated above and I further certify that public notice of such meeting was given as provided by law Patricia Snyder Township Clerk 333 �Page 16/The Sun and News. MiddleviMe. Ml June 10. 2003 Blackstone PUD amendment OK’d by Ruth Zachary Staff Writer An. amendment to the Blackstone planned unit de­ velopment was agreed to by the Caledonia Township Board June 4. The agreement also will assure conditional approval of a private drive granted by the Planning Commission June 2. The parcel, grouped under the Blackstone PUD. is geo­ graphically separated from it by a wetlands, which has been protected with a con­ servation easement with the DEO It is north of the township sewer facility serving Campau Lake, and located east of McCords. 1/2 mile south of 60th, and 1/4 mile north of 66th The consent agreement with the township would have required a public road, and to obtain an exemption, the agreement required amending. The developer will pay for all costs related to the amendment, including legal fees. Joe LeVault. represented by Marc Daneman. plans to buy the nine-acre parcel and build four homes on about four acres. The land is pres- Caledonia Township gives final OK to zoning ordinance by Ruth Zachary Staff Writer The Caledonia Township Board approved changes to the zoning ordinance June 4, completing a major two-year task. The final ordinance chap­ ters approved at the second Qualify work at competitive prices Senior Citizen Discounts reading included: • Ordinance chapters cov­ ering zoning districts, agri­ cultural, rural residential, low density single family, medium density single fam­ ily, medium density multiple family. • Ordinance chapters ap- Written Labor Warranty Licensed and Insured RESIDENTIAL ROOTING SPECIALIST Tear-offs & Re-roofs ALL STAR ROOFING Call u» for a free Professional Estimate __________ (61fe) 877-4253__________ plying to neighborhood business, general business, light industrial, and indus­ trial districts. • The ordinance chapter on special land uses. • The chapter covering definitions, general provi­ sions and site condomini­ ums. • An amendment on PUD applications. Trustee Wally Bujak thanked the board for its support of the completion of the zoning ordinance, the major task of revision and creation of the present ver­ sion being the responsibility of the Planning Commis­ sion. Bujak serves on the commission as the Town­ ship Board’s representative. Without official ently owned by Dykema. The lots will be divided by meets and bounds, but in the same configuration as origi­ nally agreed in the Black­ stone PUD. which was al­ lowed 91 home sites. Resi­ dents on the isolated parcel will not fall under the Black­ stone condo agreement, ex­ cept for restrictions estab­ lished by the DEQ. Initially LeVault wanted a gravel drive because it will serve only four homes, but later he agreed to put in a 500 foot paved drive, pro­ viding he could do so after completing construction of the homes, as heavy equip­ ment would damage the road if paved first. Paving was ultimately thought to prevent future erosion into the marsh, and would be completed before occupancy of the last house. LeVault estimated paving would cost from $8,000 to $10,000. at a cost of about $2,000 per lot. LeVault is a small builder who has constructed several homes in the Caledonia community. A soil and erosion permit and road permit has been obtained from the county. The homes will be serviced by public sewer through a force main to the treatment plant. Tow nship approval of the amendment stipulated ? dis­ closure to home buyers about proximity to the treat­ ment plant, paving the road before occupancy, a road easement, maintenance agreement for home owners, and payment of legal costs. Campau road, from page 15 with road construction. One these homes will not fall un­ acres. Jim Williams, represent­ is from the Road Commis­ der a special use permit, and ing the Campau Lake Asso­ sion and the other is a are under DEQ approval. ciation also was alarmed Michigan Fluid and Dis­ Planner Dave ZyIstra said. over potential damage to the charge or Elimination permit "The issue before the Plan­ wetlands. He said the group from the DEQ. ning Commission is the pri­ had requested a public hear­ "Those two agencies vate drive, itself, not the ing with the DEQ. He said monitor any erosion con­ wetland issues." they were not objecting to cerns at the site." Zylstra said Chuck Dodg the new homes, but want to Planning Commission era had not made a hasty de­ protect the only wetlands on Chairman Archie Warner cision regarding the wet­ the lake. asked what would occur lands. and had called him "The lake association has when individual owners put several times, and decided to spent a lot of money to keep up their homes. issue the permit it," he said. The established conserva­ "I believe we have to rely "Please review the permit tion casement will not allow on the judgment of the and its contents and ask cutting of trees, or trimming DEQ." someone besides the DEQ to of brush, except where the Approval was given by control and monitor that. walking trails are planned, the commission with a 6-1 This road... when it’s being Witte said. Neighbors can vote, with Commissioner constructed, will damage the report violations to the Ric Parent opposed. area. Two paths to be con­ DEQ. Commissioner Don structed will damage the Bernie Barbasick. who Koopmans said he thought wetland." does water sampling and DEQ wetland stipulations Witte confirmed two five- testing for the DEQ. said he for the conservation case­ foot wide walking paths was concerned about the ment should be written into were planned, which were to general expectation new the same residential agree be covered with wood chips. homeowners have for plush ment that would provide for The paths allow owners to green lawns. They fertilize road maintenance. walk in the area to the lake. with phosphates, and runoff Stawick said the associa­ Owners will want to put from these properties into tion intended to appeal the docks out into the lake. Wil­ the water raises phosphate DEQ decision in I jinsing. liams said. He said once levels in the lake. This Warner said if the DEQ built up, people would do causes vegetation in the wet­ reversed the decision fol­ their own things, which lands and the lake to multi­ lowing an appeal, they would destroy "this gift we ply. would need to file an injunc­ have had." Details pertaining to the tion through civil court to Williams asked for a pub­ wetlands cannot be man­ stop the work. lic hearing at the township dated by the township, as level. Most lake residents had not been notified of this meeting, he said. Screened or Unscreened Planning commissioners considered holding a public Sand, Gravel, Crushed Concrete hearing, but suggested a hearing would not change the result, and concurred holding a hearing was a dis­ Stumps, Clearing, Driveways service, if the end result would be the same. Witte said two more per­ 269-795-7830 mits are required to proceed Public ---------------Notice published in your newspaper, "BLACK TOPSOIL this may be all the information you get. 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ML June 10. 200J Page 17 TK hands out athletic awards to seniors Athlete’s awards were presented during the Thornapple Kellogg Awards Assembly on May 30. OK Blue Scholar Athlete (4 years competitor, I sport senior year, 3.5 GPA) - Ryan Anderson, Chad Barager, James Beckering, Julie Bergakker, Chet Berkimer, Angela Blood, Tim Brog. Rebecca Dufresne. Megan Dutcher. Janine Dykstra. Amanda Fisk. Tiffany Forbes. Kyle Fletke. Bill Huff. Kara Hutchens. Jennifer Jones. Ryan Lavich. Katie Ixmgstreet. David McAllister, Kyle McClure. Pat McKeown. Cary Middlebush. Brittany Nicholson. Elise Nyland, Nick Otto. Lacey Patterson, Bob Roush. Stephanie Simon. LaTisha Smith. Lindsey Wisniewski, and Mike Yarger Senior Athlete Award (must have 6 or more Varsity letters) - Ryan Adams. Steve Allen. Alec Belson. Tim Brog. Rachel Clinton. Phil Corson. Megan Dutcher. Amanda Fisk. Kyle Fletke. Kyle Holst. Bill Huff. Steve Johnson. Pat McKeown. Amber McMillan. Cary Middlebush. Theresa Miller, Elise Nyland. Nick Otto. Melisa Potts. Bob Roush. Stephanie Simon. LaTisha Smith. Nick Tomson. Justin VanSpronsen Michigan High School Athletic Association Schol­ ars Athlete Regional Award Pat McKeown. Chad Bara­ gar. Megan Dutcher. Elise Nyland. Rachel Clinton. Rachel VanderMeer. Latisha Smith. Kyle Fletke. Army National Scholar OK Blue Conference Athletes of the year are Justin VanSpronsen and Cary Middlebush Financial Focus Furnished by Drew McFadden of Edward Jones and Co. • (616) 891 -1173 Bond ladder can lift you above interest-rate ‘fog’ If you’re a fixed-income investor, you’ll eventually have to answer a key ques­ tion: What should you do with bonds that mature when market interest rates are low? You could, of course, rein­ vest your proceeds in bonds that pay lower interest rates. The down side of this choice is obvious: You'll receive less income. 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Our theme this year is “Get Your Game On’ and wiB cover how we can protect our­ selves with the Armor of God. All kids ages 3 through 5th grade are invited to be a part of the fun. Day 1: Track-n-Field - Complete with uq of war. long Jump, relay races 2: Frisbee Gdf - Everyone will make their way through an 16 “hde’ course. Day ft Baligamee I - Well piay soccer, kickbail and basketball. Day 4: Ballgames II - More soccer and baeketbaS, and hockey tod Day ft FAMILY CARMVAUCHURCH HCNiCl Wear your TVSC t-shirte and invite your entire family to participate in the fun. There wiB be carnival games, more sports (of course!) and tote of great food! This wtf also serve as a rain day if needed! Arty QuestKOS? Sign up sheet at Pro-shop or call 269-"’95-3356 Bring your own clubs as junior sets are limited. Instructors: Middleville T.K. Golf Coaches Yankee Springs Golf Course 269-'T95-9O47 12300 Bowens Mills Road • ICM �Page 18/The Sun and News. MxjdteviHe Ml1 June 10, 2003 More than 400 cyclists to fill Middleville area streets by Patricia Johns Staff Writer Amidst the construction equipment a small tent city will sprout up between Thornapple Kellogg High School and Page Elementary Street on Bender Road this Friday The National 24-Hour Challenge will be held Sat­ urday and Sunday. June 1415. beginning and ending at Thornapple Kellogg High School in Middleville. More than 400 cyclists had registered for the event by the close of registration on June 7. Accompanying them will be supporters and volunteers who make the event run smoothly. Saturday the event starts at 8 a.m. with the riders leaving the high school with a bagpipe send off. Just be­ fore 8:30 the bag pipe and the riders will come through downtown on their way to finishing the first 125 miles. The event is hosted by the Rapid Wheelmen Bicycle Club. The on the road tour takes cyclists around the pe­ rimeter of the county for more than 125 miles. There are 22 single bicy­ cle classes for men and women, ages 18 to 70+. There are three tandem classes: male, female and mixed. There are 2 recum­ bent classes: single and tan­ dem. Beginning at Thomapple Kellogg High School, bicy­ clists ride through BarryCounty on open roads shared with motor vehicles. There are three loops on the route. Loop One is 125 miles and is ridden first. Loop Two is 22 miles and is ridden as many times as can be completed before 8 pm. Loop Three, the night route, is six miles and is ridden as many times as can be com­ pleted by 8 am on June 15. The TK Athletic Boosters serve a spaghetti dinner on Friday evening for riders, supporters, volunteers and anyone who wants to meet the riders. They also serve a pancake breakfast on Satur­ day morning. Middleville resident Duane Gerrits will ride the 24 hour challenge for the eleventh time this weekend. He is just 275 miles shy of a 3000 mile total. This year riders will be wearing special computer chip to record their mileage at the end of the three loops. Diane and John Obermyer who are the organizers of the event hope that this will make totaling mileage even easier. “We want to make sure that all riders get credit for the mileage they ride.” John Obermyer says. "We hope this new system works as well as some of the com­ puter assisted systems used in running events.” Awards will be presented at 9 a.m. on Sunday morn­ ing. Sponsors for the 24-Hour Challenge include Spartan Stores, McDonald's of Cale­ donia, Coca-Cola. Rayovac, Casio, Nightsun. Princeton Tec, Velocity, Kryptonite, Park Tool, Siegel Jewelers, DeFeet Socks. Nature Val­ ley Granola Bars, Kool Chevrolet. NES Worksafe and Auto Telephone Center. Area bicycle shops pro­ vide technical support. BRUCE'S FRAME & ALIGNMENT • Complete Frame Repair • Professional Color Matching • Loaner Cars • Front End Alignment • Collision Repair • Glass Repair call... 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Sue Hadden of Iron Mountain-Kingsford, and Fran Leonard of Gun Lake Attending the annual General Federation of Women’s Clubs (GFWC) Michigan convention in Es­ canaba from GFWC-Gun Lake Area were Fran Leon­ ard. president; Judy Smith, vice president: Phyllis UL lery; Marjory Richards, past president ; Joan Wcick, club founder and past national president; Marilyn Finkbcincr; Ruth Perino and Gloria Cunningham. Clubwomen from Gun lake arc also involved at the state level as chairs of the Reports and Awards com­ mittees (Richards and Leon­ ard); judges for reports like Count Ten for Kids (Wcick), Marilyn Page, Conservation Department - Resource Con­ servation; Jose Vogel. Pub­ lic Affairs Department. Crime Prevention. The convention host was the GFWC Ml Upper Penin­ sula District. “The Upper Peninsula district ladies sure know how to host a great conven­ tion" said Leonard. “The weather was mild, which wouldn’t have made any dif­ ference to our club We al­ ways enjoy these adventures and Escanaba was no excep­ tion." She added. “The accom­ modations were nice and the food was excellent! The Terrace Bay Resort & Con­ ference Center proprietor is a chef and barely a plate was left empty the whole four days.” Awards were handed out over the course of the con­ vention. starting with Thurs­ day evening's banquet. En­ tertainment included the Dancing Grannies," all Up­ per Peninsula clubwomen over 60. The “Next Genera­ tion" barbershop quartet also sang The convention was pre­ sided over by President Joan Macklin of Sand Lake. Na­ tional President Judy Lutz was on hand throughout the event. “Her presentations were interesting and motivating,” Leonard said. “She is a very striking lady and a great speaker." The first event speaker was The rose Fix. who gave first timers” breakfast, hosted by the state president. George Ann Wolf and Glo­ ria Downhour of GFWC Mt. Pleasant. Inc. led in singing of patriotic songs. Then there were more awards before and after lunch, which was hosted by the GFWC Michigan Jun­ iors. The afternoon speaker talked about “Uncluttering.” during which the speaker said it's been discovered we wear 20% of the clothes in our closets 80% of the time. The Saturday night ban­ quet in honor of Interna­ tional President Judy Lutz featured the BBD Associates speaking on the “Dimen­ sions of Being Human.” Sunday morning at­ tendees were treated to a meal and announcement of the arts, crafts, pressbook and scrapbook awards. One of the special events each year after the Sunday brunch is the Memorial Service for GFWC clubwomen who have passed away. Soloist Corinne Schnurer sang “Go­ “State convention is ing Home.” always fun and inter­ Invitations to the Great esting. Seeing old Lakes Regional Conference Oct. 17-19 at Michigan City, friends and meeting Ind., were extended by Rene new ones and learning Hoirst. The 2004 GFWC MI a new area of the state state convention will be the is always a draw." last weekend in April at the Park Place Hotel in Traverse - Fran Leonard City. by Girtstown and GFWC Ml “State convention is al­ Education Foundations and ways fun and interesting. featured reports from the re­ Seeing old friends and meet­ spective groups. Awards and ing new ones and learning a dioor prizes were handed out. new’ area of the state is al­ Keynote speaker in the af­ ways a draw.” said Leonard. ternoon was Judy Lutz, in­ “I highly recommend atten­ ternational president. After dance." her presentation, workshop GFWC Gun Lake Area sessions on Hugh O’Brien women were well repre­ Youth Leadership (HOBY) sented by the awards they seminars, membership and received during the conven­ parliamentary procedure tion. In all there were 30 were available. certificates of recognition — The program at the Mrs. 12 were first places and in­ Federation and Woman of cluded the National Presi­ Achievement banquet was dent’s Project. Count Ten Tan Catouette. editor of the for Kids: Fund-raising: paper in Escanaba. Her Leadership; Libraries 2000 topic: “How to Use Your and Beyond; Short Story, “ Local Newspaper." Gundelfengen” by Ruth Next, the “special Perino; Human Interest Oil women were presented with Painting by Lucille Hecker, the receiving line of special who is also a member of the women who received medal­ GFWC Hastings Women’s lions and certificates. Cub; Conservation Depart­ Saturday began with past ment. Resource Conserva­ presidents’ breakfast and a “ tion; and Home Life Depanan informative slide presen­ tation about “The Monarchs of Stonington." Across the bay from Escanaba is Ston­ ington. where the Monarch butterflies gather to begin their journey to South America and back. Fix told about the “banding" devel­ oped in Stonington to track their journey Following the break, dis­ trict presidents gave encap­ sulated reports about what their districts have been do­ ing. Sherry Wellman, presi­ dent of the Southwestern District, of which GFWCGun Lake is a member, an­ nounced clubs of the year by category, small/medium/ large: GFWC Eaton Rapids Women’s Club; GFWC-Gun Lake Area and GFWC Char­ lotte. State clubs-of-the-year were the GFWC Clare Study Club. Madison Heights In­ termediate and GFWC Esca­ naba Woman’s Club. Over­ all state club of the year was GFWC Care Study Club. Luncheon was sponsored GFWC Gun Lake Area members attending trie state convention were (from left, front row) Ruth Perino, Marjory Richards, (second row) Phylhs Ullery. Joan Weick, Fran Leonard, (third row) Gloria Cunningham. Sherry Wellman (Southwestern District President) Judy Smith and Manlyn Finkbeiner Gun Lake Women’s Club President Fran Leonard with a Juniorette booklet. ment. Special Projects. Second places were col­ lected by Marjory Richards for her Color Photograph; Lucille Hecker for a Scenic Landscape Oil Painting and Marilyn Finkbeiner for her handmade quilt. Goodridge/ Johnson award for substance abuse program; Community Improvement Project (CIP) which is the Yankee Springs Township Mini-Park. The club also received a $50 gift from GFWC National and the Shell Oil Company for this CIP project. Other sec­ ond places included the club press and scrap books; Inter­ national Affairs Department, Outreach for Children; and Scholarships to name some of them. Marjory Richards also re­ ceived an honorable mention for her color photograph of swans. Special recognition went as well to the newly organ­ ized Juniorette clubs. They arc GFWC J&J Juniorette club sponsored by GFWCGun Lake Area and GFWC Mt. Pleasant Juniorcttcs. sponsored by GFWC Mt. Pleasant. Inc. These are the first Juniorcttcs clubs in the state and are open to junior high and high school girls. The GFWC J&J Juniorcttcs arc sponsored by the Gun Lake Club. I ni intoi ill.Ilion tboul GFWC Michigan or GF WCGun Lake Area, call Leon­ ard at (269) 795-8731 Want To Reach A Larger Market? 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Caledonia Village Presi­ dent Daryl Penfold, read a decree at the street dedica­ tion May 17: "Whereas each (Wenger and the Kacchclc and Higley families) have made signifi­ cant contributions to the making of this village what it is today... it is just and A reception was held at the Village-Township office building prior to the actual dedication Members of all three families were on hand to thank the village for the honor as well as lend a bit of history to the dedication. Warren "Dobber" Wen­ ger's granddaughter. Becci Foreman, was the spokes­ person for the family. The following comments are ex­ cerpts from the remarks about Wenger and the com­ munity. "Dobber was the son of Lloyd G. ‘Spike’ and Arlene Wenger, who ran the Ford dealership in Caledonia.” "Dobber was West Michi­ gan singles tennis champion right that we honor them for their efforts by dedicating these streets to them." Penfold continued, "Fur­ ther. I urge all citizens to make it their mission to also contribute to our village for the good of future genera­ tions." Dobber Wenger Memo­ rial Drive runs parallel to Cherry Valley Avenue (M37), behind McDonald’s. Higley Street, off of M-37, is at the south end of the me­ morial drive, passing in front of the post office. Kacchclc Street is toward the north end of Memorial Drive between Hastings City Bank of Caledonia and the Glen Valley Retail Center. ! "Whereas each (Wenger and the Kaechele and Higley families) have made significant contributions to the making of this village what it is today... it is just nght that we honor them for their efforts by dedicating these streets to them.” - Caledonia Village President Daryl Penfold The Higley family and the family of Dobber Wenger stand in front of the sign that marks the intersection of the two streets The Kaechele family celebrated the dedication of this street May 17, to their family with the Higley and Wenger families. 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Caledonia did not have a tennis court to practice on, so (he) prac­ ticed, on one of the only clay tennis courts around, at the home of his great uncle on Kinsey Street... The Dobber Wenger Memorial tennis courts are located next to the Caledonia High School. He played high School basketball and was the only male football cheer­ leader in Caledonia history." Wenger was very active in many sports and hobbies, several accomplishments of note were mentioned. "Dobber was very instru­ mental in the lighting and laying of the sod at the Cale­ donia football field as we know it today. You could find him every day in the early ’50s recruiting help to complete Caledonia’s foot­ ball field." Wenger served in the U.S. Army during World War II, was commander for the Caledonia Legion Post #305 from 1947-48, and served as Caledonia’s fire chief for more than 25 years. When Wenger took over the operation of his father’s Standard gas station on the corner of Main and Lake Street in Caledonia, it "was Lt M season rxM • PkX-uds and vans Range of sues • Outtne write letters Badwal wtt* • Soto performance 5 rib tread desgn • ugh maeage tread *82.50 ‘64.41 *88.53 *87.18 *70.83 *75.81 P245/79M€ P225^aM6 P2JS7OH6 P24S/W6 P255/73M6 *78.21 ‘7833 *73.89 *75.48 *75.95 *83.01 (up to 5 quarts) FRONT OR REAR BRAKES (Most cars and S/TT /S 88 . light trucks) . FRONT END ALIGNMENTS $2988 TRANS TUNE $f>988 U FRONT STRUT JOB WITH ALIGNMENT $1 Q E88 (Most cars) JL Wilder’s Tire & Auto Service 818 E. Clinton St.. Hastings r CFMTFR 1 269-948-2192 sonnel. The family history in Caledonia seems to start with Fred and Marjorie ( Eldride). Fred and their son. Bud. used to deliver milk from house to house in the village back in 1925-30. According to information provided by the Kacchclc family, Lou. Fred's brother, managed the Caledonia Ele­ vator for many years. His son. Paul, also managed the elevator until just about the time that it became a co-op. Both Harold and Betty Kacchclc worked al the ele­ vator as well. Though Har­ old retired from the elevator, he also worked at the old mill, known as the French Mill, for a number years Bud and his wife, Ruth, had four children, Carl, Chuck, Nancy and Tom. Carl, was the ag teacher and FFA advisor al Caledonia High School. He was ap­ pointed athletic director in 1972, but did not get a chance to make his mark on the field as he died suddenly in a car/train accident while taking a couple of students to the Kent County Fair. Tom and his wife, Judy, both work for the Caledonia Continued next page Real Estate Eor Your World"1 Caledonia *9175 Cherry Valley 891-8980 Pearson-Cook office mdapendenfly owned and operand mount. computer balance, new valve stems, rotation ana repair on all tires we sell! OIL FILTER & LUBE known by every kid in Cale­ donia as the place to go if your bike needed fixing or your wagon had a wheel problem. Dobber would fix it, never charge you and you'd even get a grape Nchi on the house." Wenger passed away in 1971 at the age of 57. The town of Caledonia closed the day of the funeral. Wen­ ger left behind a legacy of friends, community commit­ ment and family. He is sur­ vived by his wife Millie ( Dari Dygert), daughters Debbie (Tom Poniatowski) and Becky (Barry Swartz), grandchildren Becci (Mike) Foreman, Stephon "Spike" Baird (Lynn Buer-Baird) and Nick Swartz, great­ grandchildren Anthony, Macenzie, Austin, Trenton and a new great-grandchild to arrive soon for Spike and his wife. The Kaechele family ( pronounced Keklce) was represented by Tom Kaechele, who supplied informa­ tion about his family as it re­ lated to the Caledonia area. 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Each staff member has the opportunity to nominate six different stu­ dents. one in each category. The following students were selected for the spring semester because they stand out in each respective area. Susan Replogle says. “Con­ gratulations to ev eryone who was nominated ” Seniors can pick up their certificates in the mam office at the high school. Trustworthiness - Robbi Blain. Chad Brice, Kelly Brinks. Mana Eldridge. Chris Harkness. Kara Hutchens. Sara Jansens. Molly Jazwinski. Bethany Nelson. Lacey Patterson. Continued from previous page School system. Tom is the head of performing arts at Caledonia High School and Judy works in the athletic department at CHS. Although Higley Street is dedicated to the Higley name, the spokesperson for the family, Jan Soules, re­ ferred to Carl Higley, the patriarch of the family lo­ cally. "Dad was very active with the village," she said. "He came to the village in the early 30’s to become the vil­ lage barber and retired some 50 years later. Higley was the mayor of Caledonia for many years. He served on the Caledonia Township Board, bank board, civil defense during the war, businessmen’s as­ sociation. and was a member of the Masonic Lodge as well as the Odd Fellows Lodge. Higley’s son Bob was a member of the Caledonia Volunteer Fire Department for many years. Soules was a member of the Village Council for 29 years. "This is a great honor to have our name be carried on with a street named Higley," she finished. Coll 945-9554 anytime to place your Sun & News ACTION-Ad & reach over 11,000 area homes! Emily Qu i sen berry. Stacy Kirsten VanDerMeer. Laura Kennicott, Justin Koza. Lia ter. Nico Galle. Franklin Roberts. Stephanie Scott. Weingartz. Ken Wiersum. Perez. Sarah Rhoby. Whit­ Glass. Kersta Gustafson. Gustafson. Desirae ney Robertson. Heather Lars Kyla Sisson. Tisha Smith. Sarah Wolf. Josh Long. Chelsea Snow. 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Mb June 10. 2003 Saturday Young Adult League Champs Derek Thurman and Nick Schwab YABA bowlers honored at banquet The 2002-2003 annual YABA Bowling Banquet was held April 22. 2003 at the Middle Villa Inn. League champions were recognized for their accomplishments in the 2(X)2-2(M)3 season. Thunder Bowlers League Champ Kevin Bishop. Classic Kids League Champs Stevie Cooper. Alyson Cooper and Sarah Morris. Wildcats League Champs Grace Humm and Becca Campeau. Trojan ladies take over gyms in June The TK ladies Basketball camp will be held from June 16 through June 19 this summer at TKHS. The camp is an excellent opportunity for girls to re­ ceive in-depth, individual­ ized instruction, emphasiz­ ing individual skill improve­ ment and game competition. If a girl is planning on trying out in the fall, for a varsity, JV, or freshmen spot, it is crucial that she attend. The camp is staffed by the Lady Trojan basketball coaches as well as current and former college players. The cost is $40 and in­ cluded a Lady Trojan Camp T-shirt, camp shorts, and daily refreshments. Registra­ tion should be submitted by June 6 to guarantee a Tshirt. The camp for girls’ who will be beginning a grade between fifth and eighth next fall will be from June 23 through June 27 at TKHS. The cost is $50 and in­ cludes a T-shirt, a game ball, shorts, and lunches. A $25 deposit is re­ quested with the camper’s registration form to be re­ turned by Friday. June 13. The remaining balance can be brought in the first day of the camp, Monday, June 23. The third and fourth grade camp will be held June 23 through June 26 at Page Ele­ mentary The $30 entry fee in­ cluded a camp T-shirt, camp ball, and daily refreshments Pre-register by June 13 to guarantee a T-shirt. Any questions regarding any of the three camps can be directed to TK varsity girls' coach March Uyl at 795-7599. Freeport Library offers three summer reading clubs for kids “Laugh It up @ Your Li­ brary” is the theme of this year’s summer reading club for younger readers at the Freeport District Library. The club includes the Riddlers, children who will be read to, and the Jokers, who are elementary aged children who read to them­ selves. The teen readers will have their own program call LOL (laugh out loud). Small prizes will be awarded for signing up for the reading club and other prizes will be awarded upon completion of the reading goal. Many activities arc planned in conjunction with the summer program. Read­ ers will be invited to attend the first-ever Maranda park party in the local service Junior golf program will tee off June 11 Advanced golfers will be­ Again this year, Yankee Springs Golf Course will be gin at 8:30 a.m., with begin­ offering a junior golf pro­ ners starting at 9 a.m. The cost is $4 for nongram for ages eight through members and $2 for mem­ 15. The dates are June 11, 16, bers. Call (269) 795-9047 to 18, 30, and July 2 and 7. The program ends on July 9 with sign-up or if you have any questions. a final tournament. area July 26 at Bertha Brock Park in Ionia. All the librar­ ies in the areas arc working together with Maranda and TV8. Freeport District Library also will present fun filled and humorous programs Wednesday mornings during July. The Freeport Library Players arc perfecting their shows, which will be based on funny adaptations of popular children’s books or hilarious looks al common things such as food or hair. Also back by popular de­ mand will be Mr. Jim and his magic show. Mr. Jim has been the finale of the Free­ port District Library reading club for many years. The summer reading pro­ gram will run from now un­ til the end of July. 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The last plan adjusted for less density near 100th street and created about 20 percent open space, primarily laid out near the boundaries of the oddly shaped parcel, and still left an area for a pond. The last version eliminated all two-family units. The request to rezonc to R-2 could still go to the Vil­ lage Council for approval in spite of the recommenda­ tion, since the village master plan has specified future zoning as R-2. which could yield as many as 137 lots, the developer claimed. Some acceptance for R-l zoning was expressed, and could yield 60 to 70 homes. Some commissioners felt the irregular parcel would not accommodate R-l zoning. Residents said the owner had created the irregularity himself by selling off pe­ rimeter lots on a larger piece. Because the master plan allows future R-2 zoning, to change to R-l would require revision of the master plan, which requires certain specified steps and a time­ line. Public comment was re­ ceived again, with some of the general points as fol­ lows: Caledonia residents nde to the Village Planning meeting on a haywagon, as if to personify “the farm town flavor’ the neighbors seek to preserve. The tractor is dnven by Stephen Duren who lives on the 150-year-old Kinsey homestead 1 • Objections to a density kice that in the downtown Irca of Caledonia and Cruise with Bruce & Kerri from - treater than in Glen Valley. Sally Niles used a map nd demonstrated that the levelopment was about the kmc size as the downtown rea, which has 57 homes in I. Commission Chairman Al files withdrew from the disbssion after his wife made Lr point on the issue. • Dislike of homes placed k feet apart. (Bob Tol said bis was typical in Grand lapids. Some Glen Valley BRUISE JUNE 2* ■ 6:00 PM Refreshment and Hors d’oeuvres Served Norwegian Cruise Lines Sue c \ blue eT the ddji uni [duem-j fear all vour Best cabin availability. Sign-up & deposit at the show and receive special discounts and incentives. yjo u rjs dot. ■a t}(616 j292 8 pmes are 20 feet apart untr R-2 zoning.) • Belief the proposed deelopment was so incomatible with the historic naracter of the village it ouId destroy "the flavor of hat was here before." The bmmission was urged to aliw change that would blend ith the old. I • Requests for protection r existing homes and con(de rat ion of aesthetic confems, even for agricultural eas. • Fears over extra traffic I M-37 and 100th Street rought requests to not al•w development until a affic signal was installed at lhe intersection. The devel©pcr had eliminated access ft> 100th street from the plan because of this problem. » • Complaints about trafficall routed to poorly main­ lined Kinsey, and to Main Street. A request for the de­ veloper to pave Kinsey. ■ (Planning Consultant Mark Sisson estimated there Would be 800 extra trips per day from the development.) • Requests to postpone development until the streets could accommodate traffic. • Objections over no side­ walks on Kinsey for chil­ dren walking to school. • Complaints over disfig­ urement of the parcel while being excavated and which would remove existing old frees (Trees were to be flamed along sidewalks. Concerns that a sudden influx of children would overwhelm the school sys­ tem. • Jim Reminga, a civil cn gineer who is associated with the Nature Conser­ vancy. had come with an al­ ternative drawing which would have preserved old trees on the site, and al­ lowed for less dense transi­ tions to more clustered ar­ eas, which would also have had R-2 density at the north­ ern boundary. Reminga said the village was mandated by the master plan to consider the com­ patibility of rezoned land to its surroundings, in terms of density, character, traffic, aesthetics, and property val­ ues. If the property is to be rezoned. there should be a compelling reason to change it, beyond the owner’s desire to make a profit. He said ex­ amples for rczoning were suggested in the village master plan. The vote came after it was agreed a decision was needed so Tol would not waste more time and ex­ pense if this last effort would not suffice. It was recognized the developer had done as much as he could to design around vil­ lagers’ wishes. Susan Bcrcncsi summed up village sentiments with, " It’s a good plan, but not a good plan for that area." There were many com­ plaints by residents that they had not been included in the master planning process, even though the state pre­ scribed procedures were fol­ lowed, and all issues were published in a newspaper. Many citizens requested to be notified in the mail re­ garding future zoning changes affecting them. Mailings have often been believed to be cost prohibi­ tive. Many commissioners asked these citizens to be more involved in regular business meetings of the planning commission and village council. Call for Classifieds Phone 945-9554 or 1-800-870-7085 24 Hours a Day -7 Days a Week Walk-ins arc also welcome For Sun & News ACTION-Atel � https://barrycountyhistoryportal.org/files/original/25/713/SunandNews_2003-06-17.pdf 0b70d103b4cafb8661cddbffea3594d4 PDF Text Text 132nd year Middleville, Micmgan 49333 No. 25/June 17, 2003 Community forum begins Caledonia’s supt. search what the forum was de­ by Cathy Rueter signed for and introduced Staff Writer Hartman, who has super­ The Caledonia Board of Education, staff and mem­ vised 136 search processes in the past six years. He is bers of the community met last Tuesday evening with originally from the Hastings. Hartman began the forum Dr. Carl Hartman from the by discussing what the Michigan Association of MASB was hired to accom­ School Boards (MASB) to plish and what the district begin the search for the new can expect of their firm. He superintendent. The superintendent posi­ said it is the job of the tion is currently open due to MASB to facilitate and pro­ Dr. Douglas Busman resign­ tect the board, "To keep the ing to take a professorship at board (and in turn the com­ Grand Valley State Univer­ munity) from asking illegal questions." Such questions sity. include, but are not limited Last Tuesday evening to. race, religion, age and marked the day that parents, board members, staff and marital status. community members were When asked about the po­ invited 1u participate in a sition, Harlman explained community-wide forum di­ "six or seven calls and in­ rected by Hartman, a con­ quiries” already have been sultant. District staff had the received... (Being a superin­ opportunity to meet with tendent is) a small fraternity. him earlier in the day. Many of them already know Can)I Nelson-Purkcy, per about the vacancy. sonnet administrator, and "A quality school district Susie Hall, Caledonia will attract quality people. Schools Key Communica­ And you have a quality tors chairperson, previewed school district," said Hart- Dr. Carl C Hartman, Ph D., from the Michigan Asso­ ciation of School Boards (MASB) is assisting the Cale­ donia School Board in the selection of a new superin­ tendent for the district. man. "(Caledonia has) the size, facilities, location, ath­ letic and fine arts achieve­ ments (to draw interest)." He then asked those in at­ tendance to list what they thought were the qualities about the district that would attract a prospective candi­ date. Listed were vision in technology and facilities, dedicated teaching staff, sense of community and a great volunteer base. Many felt that the community " shows a lot of courage, em­ bracing a new calender (Em­ mons Lake Elementary), curriculum, etc." Hartman finished the meeting by asking what characteristics would make up a good candidate. Though Busman’s name was mentioned several times, it seemed that most in atten­ dance realized that a new person coming in will have to make his or her own mark on the community instead of trying to fill Busman s shoes. Hartman himself brought up the topic as he stressed. "We re probably not going to find a clone of your superintendent. This will be another leadership opportunity." Characteristics such as being a good leader, able to work with others, being pro­ active and being financially resourceful ranked high on the "want list." Understand­ ing school board govern­ ance. in addition to being aware and knowing the im­ portance of Lansing, thick skinned, comfortable around kids and approachable also were desired characteristics. But overall, working for the betterment of the district and its students appeared to make the top of the list. "We’re really looking for a community superinten­ dent," said Hartman. Harlman expressed regret that because the ending of See forum, page 2 Bikers enjoy great weather for challenge bv Patricia Johns Staff Writer More than 400 cyclists and 1000 volunteers and crew members filled the streets of Middleville and many of the rural roads of Barry County during Fa­ ther’s Day weekend as part Just before the start all 400 plus riders line up for the countdown to 8 a m. of the National 24-hour challenge. Tents began popping up on the lawn at the Thornap­ ple Kellogg High School by noon June 13. By the time the Canadian national an­ them was played Saturday morning, June 14, in honor of the 37 Canadians regis­ tered for the event, the ex­ citement was building. The Kalamazoo pipe band kept the energy level high. Then came the playing of the U.S. National anthem. And then the riders were off on for what for some of them lasted almost the entire National 24-Hour Challenge director Skip Obermeyer 24 hours. (on right) enjoyed the spaghetti dinner put on by the Volunteers from the TK TK Athletic Boosters Friday night. Boosters, including coaches, Complete results, includ­ three-person Wizwhcel team parents and athletes, prepared will be printed in this spaghetti Friday night, pan­ ing those of the six riders week’s Banner. cakes and oatmeal on Satur­ from Middleville and the day morning and then kept the concession stand open from 3 p.m. to 3 a.m. Sat­ urday and Sunday, with sloppy joes, baked potatoes and much more. Caledonia Village OKs West Nile The bright, hot sun kept virus treatment riders drinking, picking up Land purchase for new Caledonia fresh fruit at the check library approved points, comparing notes on the roads and looking for Middleville Village Council keeps friends. tax rates the same Some riders use this event Caledonia Township hiring process as training for even more high mileage events. Others questioned just wanted to meet their personal endurance goals. In This Issue Stagecoach Park was a great background for this years nders. �Page 2/The Sun and News. Middleville. MVJune 1*7* 2003 Kettle Lake kids learn fine art of recycling, pipemlt by Cathy Rueter Students also participated Staff Writer in the Kent County Board of Kettle Lake Elementary Public Works “Earth Day students now know how to Recycling Challenge 2003" make artistic paper creations by collecting old phone out of recycled paper, thanks books that will be made into to a project sponsored by the insulation for Habitat for Caledonia Education Foun­ Humanity. dation. Kettle Lake students then The foundation supported were given the opportunity a school-wide project on re- to work for several days cycyling during the month with papermaking and of May. Students attended sculpture artist Ande Roe­ an assembly called "Protect ser. Our Planet" which taught According to Jody them about air, land, and Grantz. (a Kettle Lake water pollution as well as mother and artist herself), what they could do to take who wrote the grant for pro­ care of their planet. ject, Roeser is a working art- ist represented in numerous public and private collec­ tions. He came to the school with 30 years of art educa­ tion experience. Kettle Lake students par­ ticipated in the hands-on ac­ tivity by collecting and sort­ ing scrap paper and grinding it into pulp. Several fifth grade students were allowed to mix some of the colors and were successful in creat­ ing several unique and beau­ tiful colors. Students were then al­ lowed to actually make pa­ per with the help of Roeser and many staff and family Several of the Kettle Lake Elementary students with one of the large pieces of handmade paper now on display at the school (from left) Nathan DeBoer. Craig Coolman. Luke Wiest and Danny Veneklase members on hand for assis­ tance. Roeser summarized the mechanics of the paper making process as well as the artistic side to it. Ac­ cording to Grantz, Roeser showed samples of her own work and discussed how un­ conventional materials can be recycled into endless pos­ sibilities. The students were able to choose their own color(s) as Jody Grantz. coordinator and contact for the papermaking project, assists sev­ eral Kettle Lake and Brownie-Girl Scout girls in designing a paper project (from left) Ellie Henry. Clair Kempisty, Grantz. Hannah Jablonski and Anna Grantz. Replace your cable with DIRECTV* service Get over 130 channels, Act now! During the DIRECTV Endless Summer Entertainment you’ll get the first $0099 |U per month TWO MONTHS FREE! JIREC.-^ endCessisummerfJ DIRECTV (U?{ENTERTAINMENT] Act now and get a DIRECTV System includes Basic DIRECTV System with 2 -ece 2 remotes. 1 Dish and Standard Professional instatabon GUN LAKE — BUILDING SUPPLY Radio Shack 1-269-672-5097 or 1-269-672-5526 Several groups of stu­ dents. working together as a team, were permitted to make three or four ex­ tremely large pieces of pa­ per. These pieces are on dis­ play in a showcase at Kettle Lake. For more information about this project, call the school and/or Jody Grantz at 616-868-6113. 4th of July celebration in Caledonia needs help by Ruth Zachary Staff Writer The Community Inde­ pendence Day Celebration Committee needs help, it was stressed at the Village Council meeting June 9. A parade permit was granted for people to partici­ pate in. Floats should meet at the Community Ed park- ing lot at 10:30 a.m Satur­ day, June 28. It is again asked that no one throw any­ thing from the moving floats into the crowd. Village President Daryl Penfold said people inter­ ested in taking part do not have to show up at the meet­ ings. One or two hours can be committed to volunteer Forum, continued from page 2 .ao< TOtMCNOO Mtlwvwowcrv well as taking a trip to the " salad bar.” which was a ta­ ble filled with add-ins for the paper such as paper sprinkles, wood and pencil shavings, glitter, potpourri, etc. Each student's paper was sent home with him or her at a later date. The fin­ ished art paper will be used for such projects as book covers, stationery or dis­ played as artwork. the school year the follow­ ing day, there would not be enough time to poll the stu­ dents thoroughly about their preferences in a new super­ intendent. Hartman invited students, as well as parents, to drop him an e-mail (in care of his secretary) or a card with a list of ideas and viewpoints. "I know this board is very interested in receiving your input," said Hartman. "I know they’re interested in what you have to say." The time line for the su­ perintendent search was given as follows (all meet­ ings are open to the public): the vacancy is currently be­ ing advertised through July 28. • June 17 will be a board workshop in which staff/ community input will be re­ viewed, as well as develop­ ing final selection criteria. • Aug. 4 will be another workshop reviewing the in­ terview script/skilis, com­ munity vision goals, refer­ ence checks preparations and screening the applica­ tions. Initial interviews will , be conducted during the week of Aug. 11. Dates and times will be determined as candidates are contacted. Second interviews and district visitations will be conducted during the week of Aug. 18. It is hoped that by Aug. 25 a contract may be offered and the appoint­ ment announced with the new superintendent on site in mid-September. Should this not happen, plans are in place for district personnel to act within the superinten­ dent capacity during the in­ terim. Hartman explained that, "If (the board, MASB and the search committee) aren’t satisfied on the 25th, our commitment to you as a community is to keep the process going.’ To e-mail information aboutr the superintendent search, include the subject line - Caledonia Search - to kjonestgmasb.org or through regular mail at Su­ perintendent Search Serv­ ices, Michigan Association of School Boards, 1001 Centennial Way, Suite 400; Lansing, MI 48917-9279. during the festivities in the park June 28 . Other activi­ ties will be held Friday eve­ ning, June 27. People will­ ing to help can call the vil­ lage office at 891-9384. A donation of Sl.(XX) was approved for fireworks and insurance costs. Penfold said in these economic times, there were fewer donations than usual, and yet the events become more expen­ sive each year. A permit was approved for the fireworks display. Six hundred shells arc to be. shot off over Emmons I akc See celebrate, pg. 3 �The Sun and News. Middle*^. MV June 17. 2003Page 3 Thornapple Kellogg Middle School awards The end of the school year is a time of many awards. The Thornapple Kellogg Middle School held three ceremonies to recognize stu­ dent achievement. The following students received a Certificate of Achievement for perfect attendance: Sixth Grade Ijaramie Barker, Eric Buchanan, Audrey Hoag, Anthony Olson. Seventh Grade Timothy Etter, Cory Conzalcz, Dan­ ielle Johnson. Douglas Miller. Bradley Steffen. I>aurcn Tandy. Eighth Grade Cory Adgate. Renee Kimbrell, Nicholas Piccard. Angeliza Suarez. Ashley VandcrMeer. The Thomapple Kellogg Middle School proudly announced that the follow ing sixth grade students received a Certificate of Merit for Academic Achievement. They have earned a grade point average that places them in the top IO percent of their class aca­ demically. A 4 point scale was used to determine this award. Maegan Allison. Alicia Bruinsma, Michael (’arson. Macy Chamberlin. David Comeau. Cara Crandell. Cade Dammcn. Beth Fuller. Dylan Hamilton, Neal Humtargcr. Kimberly Jun- Sam Scholtens and Melissa Piets were recognized for their many accomplishments. Both also received the Scholarship Award. glas, Abraham Kim. Gina Mancuso. Anna Marlin. Mackenzie Mcyering. Kan Morey. Amanda Nicholas. Adrienne Palmer. Kathleen Schcidel. Alecia Strumbergcr. Kristin Tedrow. Colin Tc-.ter. James Tobin. Mel anie Truer, Carter Whitney The Thomapple Kellogg Middle School proudly announces that the following SPECIAL PURCHASE 2003 , Pontiac Vibe Moonroof, CD player, automatic, balance of new car warranty, 19,0000 miles. $ 14,995 Bill Seif Chevrolet Buick seventh grade students received Certificate of Merit for Academic Achievement. Sarah Baird. Brittany Benjamin, Danielle Boik, Chloe Brower. Trista Caldwell. Amy DeMaagd, Kyle Eaton. Erin Ebmeyer, Thomas Enslen. Michael Gray, Dakota Hebert. Ashley Jachim. Lyle Jacksun, Blake Johnson, Danielle Johnson, Abigail Kiel. Sydney Kilmartin, Erin King, Hillary KI under, Sarah Laycock, David McMillan, Douglas Miller. Katie Opatik-Duff, Emily Reed, Kasey Reeves, Celebrate, continued from page 2 — from the north end. The dis­ play is most easily seen from the middle school and the D&W parking lot. Viewing access may be complicated by construction on Kraft Avenue, with the road blocked off between 84th and Johnson Street. This construction will in­ clude widening Kraft, turn lanes and entrances to the schools. movie OUTPOJT VIDEO SUPERSTORE Glen Valley Retail Center M-37 891-9303 Open Weekdays 10 am to 11 pm & midnight on Fri. & Sat. ~~ "f • VHS/DVD movies and plaver movie outpott j Rent One Movie or Game and get a second rental FREE I I * I • Games & game system rental [ • Special Orders and previewed with this coupon. Good Sunday thru Thursday I movies & games for sale | • Gift Certificates & Gift Baskets Offer good at Caledonia location I • VHLS & Game Accessories j • Reservations on movies Free rental of equal or lesser value One coupon per vtsrt please Expires 6/30/03 _ Product Id: SunAd J • Weekly specials 12-point system was used to grade students are receiving Celia Salmon. Travis Shoe­ the Scholarship Aw ard. The maker. Ian Sisson, Kristen determine each honoree. The students are receiv ing Scholarship Award is pre Sneller. Lauren Tandy. Heidi Academic Excellence sented within each team to VanderHeide. Teresa Van- an the student who has Rhee. Alesha Ward. Kim­ Pin. Sixth graders receiving achieved the highest grade berly Williamson. Lindsey point average for the school this recognition are Mac­ Wilson. year 20012003 A 12 point The Thomapple Kellogg kenzie Meyer on the Orange Team and Melanie Truer on system was used to deter Middle School proudly mine each honoree. the Black Team, announces that the following The students receiving an In the seventh grade the eighth jrade students re­ Academic Excellence Pin in winners were Heidi Vanderceived a Certificate of Merit Heide on the Black Team the eighth grade are Sam for Academic Achievement. and Alesha Ward on the Scholtens for the Black Amy Ball. Amanda Bruin­ Team and Melissa Piets for Orange Team. sma. Caitlin Chamberlin. the Orange Team. The following eighth Stevie Cooper. Amanda Denney. Allyson Foster. David Gillig. Samantha Hauschild. Jamie Hester. Corey Humphrey, Elizabeth Ketchum. Michelle London. Ashleigh Lund. David Mc­ Mahon. Kirsten Olsen. Mel­ issa Piets. Kathleen Potts. Samantha Reeder. Samuel CELEBRATING SUMMER Scholtens. Joel Tate. Andrea Hair Color & Design starts with... Truer. Ashley VandcrMeer. Sarah Wenger, Christopher Zatzke. THE ART ANO SCIENCE Of PURE FLOWER ANO PLANT ESSENCESThe following students are receiving the Scholarship Award. The Scholarship Award is presened within 9351 CHERRY VALLEY J each team to the student w ho CALEDONIA D&W PLAZA has achieved the highest grade point average for the school year 2002/2003. A AVEDA 616-891-1095 1 �Page 4/The Sun and News. Middleville. Ml'June 17. 2003 Peace Reformed Church Bible school next week “This year our church is bubbling with excitement as we dive into a Super Cool Undersea Bible Adventure.” says Hope Archer, the church’s children's ministry Peace Reformed Church invites children to “Dive into God’s Love” at “ SCUBA (Super Cool Under­ sea Bible Adventure) vaca­ tion Bible school. coordinator. “Our SCUBA program will provide fun. memorable Bible-learning activities for kids from 5 through 11 years old. Each day kids will sing catchy songs, play teamwork-build­ ing games, nibble tasty treats from Dive-in Diner, experience electrifying Bi­ ble adventures, and create Bible Point crafts they’ll take home and play with all summer long.” SCUBA provides a way for kids to learn about Bible people who went deeper in their faith. The kids will be studying Elijah, Jonah and stories about Jesus and his followers. Each day will be concluded with a festive “Sea Star Finale” that gets everyone involved in cele­ brating what they’ve learned. “We hope SCUBA will help our community kids dive into God's love and deepen their faith.” Archer says. SCUBA will be held from Monday. June 23, through Friday. June 27. from 9 a.m until noon. Peace Reformed Church is located on M-37 between Caledonia and Mid­ dleville. Pre-registration is recommended by calling 616-891-8119 or visiting the church's website at www. Peacechurch.org (ftfcuntA Mnd™ LOCAL CHURCH DIRECTORY ALASKA BAPTIST CHURCH A Liling Church - Serving a Luing Lord Morning Worship ......................... 9.30 a.m. Fellowship Tune ............................ 10 35 am. Sunday School............................ 10 50 a m Evening Praise ......................... 6:00 p m. WEDNESDAY Family Night 6 30 p m 7240 6ffth Street, SE - Caledonia 2 miles cast of M-37 Pastor, Dr Brian F Harrison Youth Pastor Kevin Stiles C 0 M U U I I o pioce to belong I Y C I b I C I a place to become (Contemporary, Casual, Non denominational) Sunday Morning Worship___ ___ 9 JO h 1100 a m. S17S Broadmoor, Caledonia Rrv Mu hart Stowell. Lead Pastor Rrv David Moorhead, Assoi Pastor Joe CifKtc. Worxhip leader Denny Houma, Youth Pastor Church Office 616 891 -0287 Visit out web site www bnghtside org CALEDONIA CHRISTIAN REFORMED CHURCH FIRST BAPTIST CHURCH OF MIDDLEVILLE 14-37, north of Middleville • 795-9726 Bruce N. Stewart. Senior Paator Ttm A. Vine. Asst. Pastor Youth Douglas G. Reason. Visitation Pastor Gary Weaver. Music Minister Pastor David Strwart. ( F ( hildren s Pastor Sunday School Sunday Morning Worship Service Sunday Evening Service Wednesday Mid-Week Prayer Word of Life Chibs 945 a m. 11 00 a m 6-00 p m 6.45 pm. 6 45 p m. MIDDLEVILLE CHRISTIAN REFORMED 708 W. Main Street Morning Worship Service Sunday School Evening Worship Service 10:00 a m. 1115 a.m. 6:00 p m. YOU ARE INVITED Rev Tom DeVries. Pastor - 795-9901 Rev. E. Anthony Sikora 1664 N M-37 Highway Middleville. Ml 49333 • 945-1555 Located near the comer of M-37 and McCann Service Times: Sunday School...........................................9:45 a m. Morning Worship..................................... 11:00 a m Evening Worship ....................................... 6:00 p.m. Youth Group:............................... 6:00 p.m. Sunday Midweek 7:00 p.m Wed 9:30 a m Thurs. Church: (616) 795-2391 GRACE UNITED REFORMED CHURCH ew Life RISTIAN CHURCH 10 AM Sunday Morning "A Church with a caring heart for our community and the world" Proclaiming the Whole Counsel of God Sunday Worship ........................... .9:30 ajn. and 6:00 p.m. d hild & Adult) (During the School Year) Services at 9 30 a m and 6 p.m. 698-9660 9255 84th Street. Alto. Ml 49302 A Church for today’s world Spirit-filled family Church. Rev. R. Scott Greenway, Pastor Keith Stulp, Youth Director Al Tiemeyrr, Community Calling Church Office: (616)891-1512 M-37 at 100th St. CALEDONIA HOLY FAMILY CATHOLIC CHURCH 3449 - 76th St. S£., Caledonia One mile east of Whitneyville Rd GUN LAKE COMMUNITY CHURCH & PRESCHOOL 12200 Wes M l 79 Highway (Otter Noonday Road) Wayland. Ml 49MX Kraft Avenue at Johnson Street Meeting you, your friends, and your family right where you 're at Rev. Dave LeBlanc, Pastor Phone 891-9259 Saturday Evening Mass ... .5:00 p.m. Sunday Mass . .9:00 a.m. & 11.00 a.m. Sunday School for ages 3 yr. thru 6th grade: Sr. High. Sun. 6:30 pm Jr. High, Sun. 6:30 pm Rev P Adams Pfone 891-8440 QUN LAKE COMMUNITY CHURCH Sunday Worship 9-00 am or 10 30 am. Wednesday Worship 6 30 pjn tllje ®lli ©me rfEletljotnsft QLfjurdj e 5590 WiitneyviHe Ave.. S.E. Alto. Ml 49302 June 22nd: Guest Speaker Summer Worship Schedule (through Aug 31): 10:00 am Worship & Jr Churvh 11 -00 a m .............. Coffee Fellowship (Nuncry Available Throughout) Rex Norman Kohns •(616)891-1167 Church Office: 616-891 8669 Fax 891 M>M WWW Ca kdomauriK org Sunday SdiooLI 0:00 a.m. Morning Worship... 11:00 am. Evening Worship...6:00 p.m. Wednesday Prayer Meeting...7:00 p.m. Rev. Royle Bailard, Pastor Phone 868-6437 269-795-7903 gunUkexurnrnunityvhurch org ALASKA CONGREGATION near ’Mvmeyvde Ave 9:45 am Church School. Sunday Praise Singing j 10:50 am Ktoraing Worship 11 Warn u<d Fellowship 7:30 pm E C FrjaHi ---- w... *-------- ' 11:00 A.M. Holy Communion Wednesday 6:00 P.M. Evening Prayer phone 795-2370 or MS-9127 View - Rev. David T. Heetwick + St Paul Lutheran Church Miaaoun Sgnod Comer of 54th St and Kraft in Caledonia 1 milawe* of M-37 Mid-Week at the Oasis - Wed. 6.30 PM Informal mid-week acouetv: Praise and W<x ship eerwe Traditional Service 5 30 AM Acoustic Praise 8r Worship Service 1100 AM Sunday School Sr Adult Bible’ Study 945 AM All Services have a Nursery available • Barrier Free Pastor Robert Gerke • Pastor David Ztehr Office Phone 591 5G55 SS. CYRIL and METHODIUS CHURCH SS Cyril & Methodius 9:30 Mass wi continue to take place at St. Thetese Church until July 27th. This is a new date The Dedication and first Mass of the new worship space of SS Cyril & Methodius Church will take place at 5:00 p.m. on August 2nd. with Bishop Murray presiding. The number of SS. Cyril & Method­ ius church office Is 269/792-2889. THORN APPLE BIBLE CHURCI I Preaching lhe I it ing Uor(/ Serving The Risen Lord Sunday School ....................... 9 30 a.m Sunday Morning Worship .10 30 a m (Jr. Church & Nursery available ) Currently meeting at: Emmons Like Elementary 8950 Kraft SE, Caledonia Rev. Dennis Ross Church: (616) 868-7425 UNITED METHODIST CHURCHES Middleville - Parmelee 930 am. Mkldtevte Mommg WonNp Sunday School (AdUh) Nursery - Gode 5 Grades 64 Sunday Eveangs Grades 9-12 StndoyEvenngs Godes 6-12 Wednesday Eveangs 1100 a m. 9 45 am 1100am. 5006 15 pm 630400 pm. 600-7 30 pm Rev Lee Zachman Church Office Phone - 795-9266 WAYFARER, ^CHURCH Lakeside M 37 between Middleville & Caledonia Community ChurcH A Place for Fannly A Friends 6201 Whitno-.dk A»enue. Aho CHRISTIAN REFORMED Coniemporan W orship .................... Sunday Schod for All Ages Evening Worship Pastor Roger Buhman • Churth Office 9 30 ajn. 10 45 a m 600 pm MB-0391 ConinniHitv of Christ Leighton Church 8146 68th St ------ j |Q ■ XC Parmelee Morning WonfMp A CALEDONIA fl' UNITED METHODIST 250 V ine Street (M 31 to Emmons to Vine» Sunday Service Tim«» 9:15 A.M. Morning Prayer (Holy C<ynmun»on 2nd Sunday) www^tPaulCaledonia <>rg Middleville Good Shepherd Wesleyan Church Lutheran Church 908 W. Main Street (Missouri Synod) Worship ........................ 9 30 a m. Sunday School..................... 11 00 a m. Adult Bible Class................. 1100 a.m. 2415 McCann Rd. Un Irving) Located in Leighton Towmhtp Sunday Worship: 8:30 ajn. Traditional 11 ajn. Contemporary 6 pan. Praise.Bible Study Pastor: Rev. Josh Blunt Contact our Dutton office at (616) 65-65-WAY Check our web site www.wgdarerLc orv Redeemer Covenant Church —Lighting Up Lives for God- Worship 9 30 am Hour 1190 am fl Udtiam omeaparwy Sundi» khod far .AS Agr> 1<X» am Wednesday xndUy E»enmg Senior 690 pm FamilyNight 5:454.00 pm FT Fnendb PseSchai 5di (Sept -Apri. 630 pm n ^mioih my committed to our community Rev Dr Jack Doorlag. Interim Minister A 39 am Todtooruf RAY TOWXSFND PWaaf An informal, contemporary church Nursery &. children’s activities dunng all services For more information (616) 891-8119 or w auDcacechurchci Chhsnan Eduatxjr. Sundn Moramg Bonhgi CHURCH Finding the Way Together! Sunday Worship is at 10:00am in Caledonia Middle School s cafeteria. Everyone is welcome! Sunday Corner at 2nd Street and 142nd Avenue COMMUNITY Pisiur Pud M Hiitaan Wh Pmha Drod Enk>xi t#5l Hanna Lake Avenue, Caledonia 61649B80O1 redtxfm^hsen net wwwjtdetmeriovenantjjrg CmdmaN duxha efNnema WhITNEYVILLE bible Church 8546 Mwtneyvie Ave of 84th St • 891-8661 The Church where everybody u somebody and Jesus is Lord ” Meeting at Caledonia High School Simjy School 930 am Stnaay Mornrg Womp >0.30 am Meenrg ar cnape on v^ney^e Ave Ssnaay Evenrg Wonnp 6 00 pm Wed Udweek Prayer & toe Shxt, 700 pm »ev Noras Suys. Paror • <ai taw. Assoc tostor Wecs'e wht^ef.'teocc czg �The Sun and News. Middleville. ML June 17. 2003/Page 5 Holes-Yates united in marriage Mr. and Mrs. Sam and Tammy Zylstra and Mr. and Mrs. James and Bobbie Holes, both of Middleville. MI. are pleased to announce the marriage of their daugh­ ter, Lynda Leah Holes, to Jason Matthew Yates, on March 8. 2003. The parents of the groom are Mr. and Mrs. Russ and Donna Dykstra of Middleville. MI and N. Joe and Iva Yates of Howard City, Ml The wedding took place at the Chapel of Tlaquepaque. in Sedona. AZ. After the cer­ emony, a lovely diner was enjoyed by the couple and family at the Oak Creek Garden. Tlaquepaque. After louring the Sedona area and Southern Arizona, the coupie returned to Middleville. where they will be making Vacation Bible schools slated their home Lynda is a 1999 graduate of Thomapple-Kellogg High School and a graduate of Excel Academies of Cosmetology. She is employed by the Razor’s Edge, in Hastings. MI. Jason is a 1998 graduate of Thomapple Kellogg High School and is employed by Vertical Systems Commercial Construction. The couple plan on having a reception at their home, for family and friends, later this summer; Middleville woman makes Malone’s list anniversary The children of Marvin and Dorthy Cooley: Cindy, Debbie, Cathy. TJ. and Vicki and their families would like to announce the 50th wedding anniversary of their parents on June 20, 2003. A family dinner is planned for June 29, with an open house on July 13, 2003 from 1 to 4 p.m. at 1649 Manitou Lane, Bartow Lake area #2. We welcome all friends, past and present, to join us at this time for this wonderful celebration. Jennifer Punt, daughter of Michael and Judith Punt of Middleville, has been named to the dean’s list for the spring term at Malone College, Canton, Ohio. Her major is mathematics. In her spare time, she finds herself working at Hastings City Bank or in a classroom of Grand Rapids Commu­ nity College She enjoys working with the youth and others at Leighton United Methodist Church. Malone College, a Christian college for the arts, sci­ ences and professions in the liberal arts tradition, awards both undergraduate and graduate degrees. Malone is a member of the Council for Christian Colleges and Uni­ versities. ww twmt)urMunsufanc»-m com The Lynn Denton Agency Inc. will be relocated after July 1.2003. Please visit our new office location in Middleville! 9410 Spring Creek Court, Middleville, Ml 493 3 3 1-269-795-1670 or 111 N. Main Street, Nashville. Ml 49073 li'-JS..—1 I -517-852-2005 Vacation Bible school is one of the summer specials children look forward to each year, and this year lo­ cal churches are reaching out to the community with fun activities for the entire family. The United Methodist Church of Middleville has planned a “once in a life­ time” one-day vacation Bi­ ble school event Saturday. June 21. at the McFall Ele­ mentary School gym. Construction at the church has meant that another loca­ tion was needed. This is a great way for families to en­ joy Bible stories, activities and even a snack. Call 7959266. Super Cool Undersea Bi­ ble Adventures (SCUBA) will take place at several lo­ cal churches this summer. One is scheduled on June 23-27 from 9 to 11:45 a m. at the Middleville Christian Reformed Church. Children going through first through sixth grades will discover how underwater sea life connected with Bible adven­ ture. This is a very active and interactive Bible school pro­ gram with small groups of children. Call Pastor Tom DeVries at 795-9901 for more infor­ mation. The Caledonia Christian Reformed Church has planned evening “Victory Sports Camps.” This variation on the tra­ ditional VBS starts at 6:30 p.m. from June 23-26 with different games scheduled •each night. Participants from age 3 through fifth grade will “Get their Game On" and learn how to protect themselves with the armor of God. A family carnival and church picnic will be held on Friday. June 27 . For more information call 8911512. Subscribe to the HASTINGS BANNER and get all the news of Barry County. Call us at (269) 945-9554 to order your subscription now. If someone you love needs blood, where will it come from? GIVE BLOOD through your community blood service — Friday, June 20 — Noon to 6 The Resource Center 330 Johnson, Caledonia mi C Michigan ommunity Blood Centers Providing 100% of the regular blood supply for all Kent County hospitals including Spectrum Heafth-Blodgett, Spectrum HealthButterworth, DeVos Children's Hospital, Metropolitan Hospital, Saint Mary's Mercy Medical Center. 774-2300 or 1-866-MIBLOOD www.miblood.org �Page 6/The Sun and News. Middleville Mi/June 17. 2003 Former Caledonia student receives award from USAA American Scholar Year­ book. The academy selects AllAmerican winners on the recommendation of teachers, coaches, counselors, and other qualified sponsors. Winners must also earn a 3.3 or higher grade point av­ erage. As a seventh-grader, Burnside won the Blue Lakes Fine Arts Scholarship in the first division of the Solo and Ensemble Festival The United States Achievement Academy has announced that Michael L. Burnside from White Cloud has been named an AllAmerican Scholar. Burnside, originally a stu­ dent at Caledonia Public Schools, now attends White Cloud Middle School. He was nominated for this na­ tional award by his teacher. Joan Ludtkc. Burnside will appear in the nationally published All- Michael Bumside and won second place in the state-wide Lions Club an­ nual peace poster contest. Bumside also won a Mid­ west Talent Search Scholar­ ship to the college of his choice. He will attend Michigan Tech's summer youth program in electron­ ics. Burnside is the son of Di­ ane Burnside and Robert J. Head of White Cloud. His grandparents are Betty and Jerry Burnside of Fremont, and Marlene and Edward Kolbe of Hesperia. Bible Adventure VBS Peace Church Caledonia & All Kids 5-11 Yrs. Old % June 23-27 9:00 - Noon Pre-Register at 616-891-8119 or Call945-9554 lor www.peacechurch.ee classified ads JB HARRISON INSURANCE AGENCY^ COMPETITIVE HOME RATES Hastings Mutual Insurance Company Huunp, Midupn wwwJusungsmutuaLcom Judy Harrison Daniel Urich 6090 Alden Nash, Alto Q?ntu% LAKE ODESSA SCHCXH> CEDAR ASP BRICK RANCH » 891-8980 Summer Hours: Open Wednesday evenings und 9 p m fOttAR CREEK COSOO •4X1M2» fxnj $105,500 (Ml 3 IEMOOM, 2 ba* m leiel PRICE and erwrai aer $179,900 868-0050 Real Estate For Your World"* C aledonia *9175 Cherry Valiev Pearson-Cook MIDDLEVILLE REIXCED 2 bed Furnished by Drew McFadden of Edward Jones and Co. • (616) 891 -1173 Do you have the right investment strategy? ot*'H Super Cool Underwater Financial Focus The country has gone through some tumultuous times over the past eight decades or so. The Great Depression. World War IL natural disasters, political turmoil, corporate scandals, terrorism. The list goes on and on. Yet. through all these events, the stock market has survived - and even pros­ pered. And there's no reason to think things will be differ­ ent in the future - which is why you need to have an investment strategy in place today. Of course, if you read newspapers advertisements or browse the Internet or lis­ ten to telemarketers, you can find any number of "sure­ fire" strategies. Typically, these sales-driven tech­ niques are not grounded in solid investment theories. Unfortunately, though, many people are still susceptible to claims of "unbelievable opportunities" that must be acted upon "right now." Here are two things to keep in mind about such offers: First, if an opportuni­ ty is unbelievable, don't believe it. Second, no true investment possibility must be acted upon right now - if it's legitimate, it will still be there tomorrow. That being said, what type of invest­ ment strategy should you follow? Everyone’s needs are different, of course, but you should consider these very important guidelines: • Set realistic expectations - During the late 1990s, dou­ ble-digit returns spoiled many investors. Historically, however, 15 or 20 percent returns are not the norm. If you base your financial plans on too-high expecta lions, you may fall short of your goals That's why it's prudent to anticipate six to seven percent returns on well-di versified portfolios. • Buy quality - Always look for well-managed com­ panies with proven track records. These are the firms that tend to be successful over the long run. despite occasional short-term diffi­ culties. And these are typi­ cally among the first stocks to recover when the market improves from a down peri­ od. • Stay diversified - Spread your investment dollars over a range of companies and industries. And then, diversi­ fy beyond stocks into bonds, certificates of deposit, mon­ ey market accounts and gov­ ernment securities. The bet­ ter diversified you are. the better your chances of hav­ ing some holdings perform well, even while others may slump. • Look for favorable buy­ ing opportunities - "Buy low and sell high" may be the oldest piece of investment advice around. Unfortunate­ ly, it’s impossible to follow because no one can predict when a stock will reach its "high" or "low" points. Instead of fretting about this type of market timing, try to discern when good slocks might be attractively priced, as sometimes occurs in bear markets. And keep in mind, even though past perfor­ mance does not guarantee future results, that in each of the 29 previous bear mar­ kets, the market eventually Two incumbents returned to office in Caledonia schools Incumbents Dennis At­ kinson and Robert Bergy were returned to their seats on the Caledonia Board of Education in the annual schoo election June 9. Nearly 1,200 Caledonia area school residents cast their votes and the only local decision on the ballot was for the two open seats. Atkinson and Bergy were chosen with 468 and 457 votes, respectively, over challenger Steve Zoet’s 270. For further information about this or any other Cale­ donia school board informa­ tion, call the administration building at 891-8185. recovered 100 percent of its pre-bear value - and then moved on to new highs • Invest for the long term Most people who try to make quick profits by pick­ ing "hot stocks" tend to get burned Investing is a long­ term process. If you’re going to succeed, you need patience, discipline and well-defined goals. And you need the ability to look beyond short-term losses and keep the faith in those high-quality investments you have chosen to help you accomplish your objectives. We don't live in a stressfree world. But no matter what happens, our economy and our markets do have the underlying strength and ver­ satility to bounce back and move ahead By following the tried-and-true invest ment principles described above, your financial for­ tunes can move ahead, too. your estate Take advantage of UH) (Transfer on Death), an ratal* planning option from Edward Jonra • l’a*M Marta directly io heir*. • Avoid the delay*, expense* and publicity of probate I would Im* happy to work with your attorney and la* adviaer to provide coordinated ratal* pla nn i ng r«*com rnendat ion*. Drew McFadden Investment Representative 9185 Cherry valley Ave SE State E Caledonia, Ml 49310 Bu» 616-891 1173 To* Free 86^8911173 www eOwardtones com set Edwardjones ACREAGE. W.wkrful home NEW Condominium Development in Middleville Two Bedroom units starting at *129,900 (MUS For more information contact: DeKIeine REALTY Amy DeKleine 616-299-6790 • 616-878-4300 ext 207 �The Sun and News. Middleville. MVJune 17, 2003/Page 7 Caledonia Village OKs treatment for West Nile virus by Ruth Zachary Staff Writer The Village of Caledonia approved the purchase of a larvaecide June 9 as a partial measure against mosquitoes carrying West Nile virus. The larvaecide material comes in packets which are like tea bags, and will be placed in the village catch basins four times a year, to kill mosquito larvae. A car­ ton of packets contains enough to treat all of Cale­ donia's storm water catch basins for the summer, and village employees can apply it themselves. The material affects mainly Culex mos­ quitoes which carry the vi­ rus. and not other species Village Manager Sandra Ay­ ers said. An amount to treat the ponds at the village sewage treatment plant was consid­ ered. but the cost would be S 1.600 per application, to be repeated four times, and the Marine coming home to a surprise party June 21 by Patricia Johns Staff Writer The family of Marine CpI. Matthew C. Pifcr is inviting friends to welcome him back to this area when he ar­ rives at the Gerald R. Ford International Airport Satur­ day. June 21. Pifcr graduated from Caledonia High School in 2001. He joined the Marines and was stationed in Califor­ nia in August of that year. He left for Kuwait on the first of February of this year and then served on the front lines in Iraq before returning to California May 25. On Saturday afternoon, a surprise party will be held for him at the Whitncyvillc Bible Church at #546 Whitncyvillc Road in Alto. His mother. Annette says, “Wc really would like as many of his friends who are Matthew Piter around on Saturday to come welcome him home." Pifcr kept his family in­ formed with letters from the front. According to a letter dated March 28 he wrote, “As you know wc are cur­ rently at war. I’m doing fine. I’ve never been so stressed. supplier would have to ap­ ply it. Officials also decided not to use an adulticide on the grass. President Daryl Penfold said blocks of neighbors can get together to treat a par­ ticular problem, and this can be quite effective. He said Glen Valley blocks had wasps sprayed to treat a lo­ calized problem, at a reason­ able cost from the group. Kent County Health De­ partment has contracted with Sierra Consultants for the prevention program. It does not have an area-wide pro­ gram. but offers treatment options to different munici­ palities. Residents can help by re­ moving any standing water sources where mosquitoes breed. It was said there were 57 cases of West Nile virus, with one death, in Kent County last year. See us for color copies, one-hour photo processing and all your printing needs. 1351 N. M-43 Hwy., —— Hastings. At the gray barn tired or hungry in my life. War is pretty boring though.” His first night in Iraq was exciting. He wrote. “I’ve never seen such darkness. I was surprisingly relaxed. We didn’t take any fire from the enemy. Our own tanks shot at us. luckily they missed. I just about had a heart attack.” In one undated letter printed in the church’s newsletter “The Whitneyville Witness” he writes, “I am still alive so what more can I ask for out here? God has put a shield over me so far and 1 have faith that He will continue to do so... Tell everyone thank you for all the prayers, it helps a lot.” The surprise party will be this Saturday at the Whitneyville Bible Church from 1 to 4 p.m. Your Home Town Carpet Cleaner, Quality Service for 3 / EMERGENCY SERVICE 24 HOURS A DAY, ANY DA Y! Full Service. Experts^ • • • • Sewer Back-ups * Floods Furniture and Oriental Run Experts Water Removal Fire & Smoke Damage Safe For Children <fc Pets Patches Restretches [CLIP N SAVE $8495 L&N Carpet Graaf GapMS 2412143 Pad Replacement Repairs $10495 6 Rooms Cleaned 4 Rooms Cleaned L&N Carpet SER! PRK l\(i' Pet Urine Odor Removal (Ask about ourprt unnr accident pt»vder) Seam [CLIP N SAVE [CLIP N SAVE years ! 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The award is re­ newable for three additional years with a minimum of a 33 GPA or better. Cook has been named a recipient of a Faculty Schol­ arship to Grand Valley State Wendy B. Mickelwait of Middleville was among 212 students who were named to Matthew Cook Eileen Fleischmann Presidential Scholarship the recipient must have a 3.8 high school grade point av­ erage and a minimum ACT CovMli A or Cowutu SiZ-Zlfa’ THURSDAY NIGHTS • 7:00-9:00pm Come to Lowell & enjoy music on the river! The Statin' Summer Conceits are located by the Lowed Showboat (east side of the nver) in downtown Lowell. Call 897-9261 or visit www.loweUchamber.org for more information! Admission and parking are free! 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Smith-Diamond Realty Caledonia Office. ✓os W school grade point average and a minimum ACT score of 29. The award is renew­ able for three additional years with a minimum of a 33 GPA or better. Middleville woman makes dean’s list at Olivet College Subscribe to the HASTINGS BANNER and get all the local news. Call us at 945-9554 today. Th* irnrtu Aw* Tk Lowta Aw* University. Cook, a recent graduate of Caledonia High School, is the son of John and Vicki Cook. To be considered for a Faculty Scholarship the re­ cipient must have a 33 high Smith-Diamond Realtors* Toll Free 1-888-891-0107 t liiabeth Belson Sharon f merson Joan Guikcma Lois Heckman lorna Saladino HulUnger Debra Lampanl M el Ussa Martine* John McCleve Mark McClevc Deanna hcCulfcw Ted VanDuinen Cathv MildcroUer Karen Ohlric h Kon f*rins Ron RkJiards Sarah Saines Joy Wolbcrv Sam Wright ttendv ZandMra I I I I I I I I I I I I I I I I the Olivet College 2003 spring semester dean's list. To make the list, a student must be full-time and earn a grade point average of 33 or higher. Page recognizes perfect attendance, chess winners Students with Perfect Attendance from Aug. 27. 2002 to June 10. 2003 are: Geoffrey Albaugh. Undsey Clark, Grant Davis, Taylor Rabbai. Christian Henne, Tracy Hodges. Nicole Hum­ phrey. Ashley Kidder. Aud­ rey Koetsier, Terra Lydy, Tyler Miller, Joseph Noffke. Caleb Scheidel, Tyler Stover, Charles Tandy The awards assembly also recognizes those students who received trophies for their chess acumen. Principal Brad Warren noted the ways in which chess can help students with higher level thinking skills. Steven Bailey was the overall winner in fourth grade. Jeremiah Johnson was the fifth grade and school chess champion. Teams played chess each Friday afternoon in May with winners competing with stronger players each week. Trophy winners in fourth grade are Steven Bailey, Ryan MacLeod, Andrew Arnett, Anthony Buzzota, Taylor Monks, Brandon Nicholas, Caleb Scheidel, Colton Carson, AshleyHaney, Tracy Hodges, ben Kirchinger, Daniel Montroy, Mike Page. Ivan Pomeroy, Ian Smith. Fifth grade trophy winners are Jeremiah Johnson, Alex DeVries, Mark Beilfuss, Cassie DeHaan, Randy Hodges, Cameron Kul- Jeremiah Johnson and Steven Bailey showed their chess skills this spring. hanek. Caitlin Nosanov, Tim Olsen, Josh Palmitier Ali Shaw, Nick Tape, Geoff Albaugh, Becca Campeau, Lindsey Clark, Kara Fassbender. Mark Met artcr, Jacob Myers, Josh Scott, Karri Scllcck. Computer/toft Sales - Service - Parts See us for all your computer needs Wanted: Dead or Alive! 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Those who attended from Caledonia FFA in­ cluded President Katie Meyer, Vice President La­ cey Langkamp, Secretary Iris Vandentoorn. Treasurer Ben Wisner, Reporter Cas­ sandra Fortin. Historian Dcanne Warner. Community Chair Brion Hawkins and Advisor Al Steeby. Camp went from 4 p.m. Friday to noon Saturday and included skits, community service, a dance and food. Brion Hawkins won the Star Agribusiness award at this year’s camp, Katie Meyer won the Star Area Farmer award, and first year member Cassandra Fortin won an award for outstand­ ing achievement in FFA Re­ gion V. As a chapter, Caledonia’s unit participated in the open­ ing and closing ceremonies contest. Caledonia High Dorothy Freeman (bowling manager) and Dorothy School edged out rival Mon­ tague and returned home Ball. with the traveling trophy, a Dorothy Ball was recog­ bowling her 40th year here symbol they've held since nized at the 2002-2003 Villa at the Middle Villa Lanes. 1997. Lassies Bowling Banquet. Dorothy received a plaque She was honored for an out­ and a certificate to bowl free standing accomplishment of for life. The Caledonia FFA offi­ cer team met at Camp Manitou-Lin June 6 and 7 for the Region V leadership camp. Leadership camp was a time for the 14 different schools in Region V to get their chapter officers to- 100 mile club Physical fitness starts early at McFall Elementary School. These eleven stu­ dents walked more than 100 miles during their lunchtime recess periods through­ out the year. Pictured from left in the back row are Gabe Schaefer Space. Austin Sprague, David Walters, Hunter Meyerink and Erin Scheidel. In front are Chase Graham, Justin Makarewicz. Charles Mandock, Dylon McCrath and Carly Noah Em a mr ro e© oh mra... A gift to the Barry Community Foundation is used to help fund activities throughout the county in the name of the person you designate. Ask your funeral director for more information on the Barry Community Foundation or call 945-0526. 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Phone: 269.795.7674 • Floral Shop 269-795-0239 �Page 10/The Sun and News Middleville Ml June 17. 2003 Linda McClain----------------- - ----------------------- Patricia Louise Elwood Arce MOUNTAIN VIEW. CA - Patricia Louise Elwood Arce was bom in Battle Creek. Michigan on September 27, 1934. Ms. Arce died of cancer on May 23. 2003 at the Mountain View, CA , El Camino Hospital with her family by her side. Pat is survived by her hus­ band Bennie. They met and married 48 years ago while both were serving in the U.S.A.F. stationed in Newburgh, New York. She is also survived by her children Jeffery L. and Andrew B. Arce and Lynne D. (Richard) Durr, her sib- Mika Meyers Beckett & Jones< Providing a full range of legal services to the Caledonia area for over 50 years. Caledonia Office Located in the Glen Valley Retail Center 9185 Cherry Valley Ave., Ste. M Caledonia, Ml 49316 Tel (616)891-0000 www.mmbjlaw.com Grand Raptds Office 900 Monroe Ave , NW Grand Rapids, Ml 49503 Tel (616)632-8000 Lowell Office 307-A Main St Lowell. Ml 49331 Tel (616)897-3111 Cherry Valley lings Margaret (Walter) Ease) and Loyd. Thomas (Janet) and Jadyn Elwood, her grandchildren Benicia (Jason) Kyle and Mark and Sarah Arce and Eddie Meehan. Lani (Dale) Cline and Jose Aguilera, and great-grandchildren Elwood Kyle and Angel Cline. She was also fortunate to have numerous loving nieces, nephews, cousins and in­ laws. As a longtime resident of Santa Clara, CA, Pat enjoyed working for the U.S. Post Office, doing con­ sumer surveys, census jobs, volunteering for Planned Parenthood, and most of all caring for her family. She loved games of chance and skill, historical buildings, antiquing, but above all. without a doubt, she loved reading Pat will be remembered for the way she listened and cared about everyone and all things, her smile, especially laughing with her loved ones, and. yes. even her intentional ‘growl’ when displeased Patricia will be laid to rest in Middleville’s Mt Hope Cemeten at I pm on June 21.2003. Family and friends are invited to a celebration of her life at 2 pm to 5 pm where she grew up at 208 Ixm Paul Street, Middleville. Greenhouse West Michigan’s Most Inspiring Retail Gardening Experience! Over 2 Acres of Annuals and Perennials Friendly, Knowledgeable Staff to help you with all your needs Children’s Play Area For your shopping venience! •« 'The Garden House" Gift Shop Sale 20% off everything • • . • June is Perennial Gardening Month 25% Off Perennials Flats 56.99 Hanging Baskets On Sale Now! Association Big Tall Shop. She was a member of the Mason Road Baptist Church. She is survived by her husband. Johnnie of Fowlenille; mother. Connie Richardson of Middleville; two brothers. John Richard­ son Jr. and David Richard son; two sisters. Nancs Hall and Joy Richardson; moth­ er- and father-in-law. John and Frances McClain; nine nephews; three brothers-inlaw. Don McClain. Kenneth McClain and Tommy McClain. Preceding her in death was her father. John Funeral services were held Monday. June 16. 2003 at Dillingham Liv erance Niblack Funeral Home. Pastor Mark Jones of Mason Road Baptist Church offici­ ated. Burial was at Greenwood Cemetery. Arrangements were made by Dillingham Liverance Niblack Funeral Home. Wilson Robert Travis HASTINGS - Wilson Robert Travis, age 86, of Hastings, died Wednesday June 11, 2003 at Thomapple Manor in Hastings. He was born Oct. 31. 1916 in Irving Township, the son of Frank and Caroline (Quigley) Travis. He graduated from Thomapple Kellogg High School in 1933. Wilson was employed at Duplcx/Goss printing in Battle Creek, Clark Equipment, and retired from Bradford White’s in 1976. He married Bonnie Belle Beach Sept. 27, 1934 and she died Aug. 15, 1969. In 1976 Wilson moved to Satsuma, Alabama and returned to Hastings in 1994. He was a volunteer for the Middleville Fire Department, school bus dri­ ver for Monroe and Middleville districts, he enjoyed fishing, race cars, woodworking, and was a member of the Hastings Moose lodge He was preceded in death by his wife, parents, broth­ ers, Roy, Earl and sister Helen Hainline. Surviving are son. Jasper (Sharon) Travis of Hastings; daughters. JoAnne Carroll of Middleville. Greta (Roy) Barry of Hastings; 13 grand children; 23 great-grand children; two great-great grandchildren; sister-in-law. Donna Mae Belson of Hastings; many nieces and nephews. Respecting his wishes no services will be held. Burial will be at Mt. Hope Cemetery in Middleville Memorials can be made to Thornapple Manor Activities Department or charity of one’s choice. Arrangements were made by the Girrbach Funeral Home in Hastings. Ermine Marie Brown MIDDLEVILLE Er­ mine Mane Brown, age 54, of Middleville, passed away June 14, 2003 at home. Ermine Marie Brown was bom on March 23, 1949 in Grand Rapids, Michigan, the daughter of James H. and Kathryn L. (Fleak) Featherly. She was raised in Middleville and attended Thomapple Kellogg schools and graduated in 1967. She retired from Atwood Corp, in Lowell, after 31 years of service. Ermine Marie, was an avid reader, she enjoyed bowling, shopping, and playing cards. Most of all, she was a caring, loving, mother and sister, doing kind deeds for her family and friends. She is survived by her son, Bobby J. Brown of Middleville; five sisters. Beverly Taylor of Lowell, Helene Featherly of Mid­ dleville, Sandra Anderson of Edmore, Linda Furrow of Middleville. Robin (Hank) Dunbar of Battle Creek; five brothers. Raymond (Jean) Featherly of Battle Creek, Car! (Fay) Featherly of Hastings, George (Jackie) Featherly of Edmore, Jim (Ellen) Featherly of Delton. Victor Featherly of Mid dleville; many nieces and nephews. Funeral services will be held Tuesday, June 17, 2003 at II a m at the Beeler Funeral Chapel, Middle­ ville Fay Feathering offici­ ating. Interment Irving Cemetery. Memorial contributions may be made to the American Cancer Society. Arrangements were made by Beeler Funeral Home, Middleville. Eugene W. (Gene) Berg CEDAR SPRINGS Eugene W. (Gene) Berg, age 81, currently of Cedar Springs, formerly of Mid­ dleville, passed away quiet­ ly at home on Saturday, June 14. 2003. He was born on Easter Sunday, April 16, 1922 in Chicago, IL. He was a veteran of the Army and the Navy and served his country in the South Pacific during World War II Gene is survived by his wife and best friend, Char­ lene; four children, Ron (Carolyn) Berg of Delton. MI, Gary (Mary) Berg of San Antonio. TX, Donna Richard of Rockford. Ml Give 6900 N M37 Hwy Middleville Ml 49333 M37 Hwy, 2 miles south of Caledonia Hours: Mon - Fri 9-8, Sat. 9-6; Closed Sunday Call 269.795.8811 FOWLERVILLE Linda McClain, age 51. of Fowlerville. died Wednesday. June 11.2003 at St. Joseph Mercy Livingston Hospital. Linda was bom Sept 23. 1951 in Hastings, the daugh­ ter of John and Connie (Woodmansee) Richardson. She was a married to Johnnie E. McClain on Sept. 17. 1973. Linda was a self employed seamstress, work­ ing with S+K Outlet and the and Larry (Shirley) Berg of Irons, MI; one brother, Donald (Sally) Berg of Grand Rapids; seven halfbrothers and sisters, dr. Jerry (Barbara) VanLeeuwen, Jim (Mary) VanLeeuwen, Jack Berg. Robert (Joan) Berg, Rosemary (Kenneth) McClurken. Patricia (Dave) Shatter and Kenneth (AngeIme) Berg, four step-chil­ dren. Thomas Rozema of Lowell, Susan (John) VanderWeele of East Grand Rapids. David (Sandy) Rozema of Grosse Pointe Woods, Ml, James Rozema of Grand Rapid-., numerous grandchildren and great grandchildren. He was preceded in death by his parents, Clarence Berg and Lucilje Van­ Leeuwen. his infant great grandson, Cody Ray Berg, and his half brother, Michael Berg. Funeral services will be held at Beeler Funeral Home in Middleville on Wednesday at 11 am Visitation will be Tuesday from 6 to 9 p.m. Memorial contributions may be made to the VF.W in Rockford or Hospice of Grand Rapids. Arrangements by the Beeler Funeral Home, Middleville a memorial that can go on forever... A gift to the Barry Community Foundation is used to help fund activities throughout the county in the name of the person you designate. Ask your funeral director for more information on the BCF or call 945-0526 �The Sun and News. Middleville ML'June 17. 2003/Page 11 Students warn fellows about dangers of drug use DARE program was good DARE essay winners because. “You should be are Adnana Suarez. Cas­ warned about the harmful sie DeHaan. Lydia Schol­ effects of drugs and vio­ tens and Bryan Kars are lence.” At the end of his es­ standing with Jason Six­ say. he wrote. “Now that I know the harmful effects of berry. In front are Kayla drugs, I vow not to use Kermeen. Sara DeWitt. them, and I hope you decide Sarah Cronknght and Tim Olsen. not to. either.” Kermccn wrote. “I had al­ ready decided I wasn’t go­ ing to use drugs or act vio­ lently a long time ago. But it (DARE) backs up my opin­ the program taught her tech­ ion even more and makes niques to help her say no me proud to know that I’m and to walk away from vio­ drug free. I don’t use drugs lent situations. “I also and I feel a whole lot safer. 1 learned that even if you feel wouldn’t throw my life depressed or stressed, drugs away for a drug’" are never the answer to your Scholtens wrote, “I have a problems." future. I have a family and She also encouraged any­ friends who love me. What one who started to use drugs if 1 died from taking drugs? to get help from a counselor How bad would those peo­ and “never do something ple feel? There are dozens of that you will regret later in reasons why I’m drug free. I life.” Cronkright wrote about have a life to live Who how helpful the DARE pro­ taught me that? DARE!” gram is for students. She Olsen concentrated on some of the lesser conse­ said. “DARE helped me stay quences of drug abuse. He away from drugs and vio­ wrote, “1 learned that drugs lence. It also gave me infor­ will also give you bad breath mation about drugs and vio­ and had teeth. I learned that lence. I hope to avoid drugs people who use smack look and violence in my life.” stupid and have no sense of Sixberry thanked all the brain. I think it is important students for participating to stay drug free because I and taking the lessons he don’t want to die or to get presented seriously. He also cancer. I also don’t want to told them that he will be look or be stupid.” ptesenting a program to the DeWitt wrote about how seventh-graders next year. by Patricia Johns Staff Writer Students Adriana Suarez, Cassie DeHaan. Lydia Scholtens, Bryan Kars, Kayla Kermeen, Sara De­ Witt, Sarah Cronkright and Tim Olsen said they really appreciated the efforts made by Sgt. Jason Sixberry to help them understand the dangers of drugs and alco­ hol. Sixberry has been their Drug Abuse Resistance Edu­ cation (DARE) instructor this year. Each student in the fifth grade who completed the DARE requirements re­ ceived a certificate. The stu­ dents named above read their winning essays. DcHaan wrote, “I learned in DARE that all drugs are harmful and addictive ” She also wrote about what she learned about gangs, gang paraphernalia and how to avoid violence. She told her fellow students, “I hope be­ ing drug free is as important to you as it is to me.” Suarez told the students, “ Drugs don't look and they arc not cool, so think about it. Don’t do drugs. You will meet more friends and have more fun with a longer healthy life.” She also de­ scribed the power of alcohol and marijuana to change one’s personality. Kars wrote that the AMERICAN MANUFACTURED LIVING AT CIDER MILL VILLAGE AU Homes Priced To Sell 28x56 3 bedrooms 2 baths 843 Buttonwood $So $34r900 f-5‘4 Iff*---------------- IT-7 ;<• - yfj --------- 11-11/2*— 16x80 3 bedrooms, 2 baths 776 Buttonwood Ss. *28,900 14x70 3 bedrooms, 2 baths 855 Wickwood *19,900 K0A00M 16x72 2 bedrooms, 2 baths 1992 Redmond ’pre- .OWNED *14,900. For further information call CAROLE at 616-891-2225 *v �Page 12/The Sun and News, MtddleviUe. Ml. June 17. 2003 ‘Sound of Music’ coming to Caledonia by Cathy Rueter Staff Writer In one of their most ambi­ tious undertakings, the Cale­ donia Community Players will present Rodgers & Kammerstein's “The Sound of Music” at the Caledonia High School Performing Arts Center on two consecu­ tive Fridays and Saturdays at 7 p.m. June 20, 21, 27. and 28. In the final collaboration between Rodgers & Kam­ merstein. when a postulant proves too high-spirited for the religious life, she is sent to serve as governess for the seven children of the wid­ owed naval captain George von Trapp. The growing affection be­ tween Maria and her charges eventually carries over to their widowed father. Cap­ tain von Trapp and Maria marry, but upon returning from their honeymoon they discover that Austria is on the brink of war. The Cap­ tain is pressed into immedi­ ate service in the navy. Beautiful music comes from more than just the von Trapp family. The Nuns Chorus includes Melissa Baum. Sherri Filson. Julie Honderd, Amy Hooyer. Bev­ erly Homer, Peggy Kinney, Jeanne Noorman, Macia Noorman, Miriam Saxton. Genelle Schedlbauer, Jill Thompson and Holly Van Laan. The excited Von Trapp children surround Max, played by Jim Hillen, as he shows them playbills with the von Trapp Family singers on the announcement. According to CCP Pro­ motions Director Dan Wil­ loughby, the family’s narrow escape over the mountains to Switzerland on the eve of World War II provides one of the most thrilling and in­ spirational finales ever pre­ sented in the theater. The motion picture version with Julie Andrews remains the most popular movie musical of all time. The CCP cast of charac­ ters include Maria Ranier (C.J. Pletcher), Mother Ab­ bess (Amy DeLeeuw), Sister Berthe (Faye De Young), Sister Margaretta (Brenda Vander Ark), Sister Sophia ( Jayne Werner), Captain Georg von Trapp (Rodney TeSlaa), Franz (Walt Rie­ gler), Frau Schmidt (Mi­ chelle Karel), Liesl (Saman­ tha Nemecek), Friedrich ( Brad Worcester), Louisa ( Audrey Filson), Kurt (Chris Vander Ark), Brigitta ( Emily Martinez), Marta ( Kendra Walters), Gretl ( Calli Woodcock), Rolf (Tim Ouwinga), Elsa (Angie Ouwinga), Ursula (Amy Hooyer), Max (Jim Hillen), Herr Zeller (Tim Hooyer), Baron Elberfeld (Gordon Vander Ark), New Postulant (Macia Noorman) and Ad­ miral von Schreiber (Mick Welcome to our Sales Staff... GREG SEIF General Dentistry' for Children & Adults Greg is a recent graduate of Northwood University. Graduating with a Marketing Degree. — NEW PATIENTS WELCOME — Early Morning & Evening Appointments Available Quality dental care in a relaxed and friendly atmosphere. Vander Ark; Producer Sherry Crawford; Technical Director Tom Kacchclc; makeup by Darlene Good; costumes by Amy Hooyer,’ Stage Manager Pam Shank and props by Brenda Vandci Ark. Ticket prices are $8 for adults and $5 for children 12 and under. Reserved scat tickets available at The Caledonia Resource Center. General admission tickets may be purchased at the door. For tickets or more in­ formation, call (616) 8918117. Set design continues as the Caledonia Community Players practice for their “Sound of Music’ presenta tion. Here the nuns place Maria’s veil on her head pno< to her marriage to George von Trapp Christopher J. Hier, D.D.S. 616-891-1240 Conveniently located on M-37 in Caledonia (flight on the way to orfrom work) Vaughn). The Nuns Chorus in­ cludes Melissa Baum. Sherri Filson, Julie Honderd. Amy Hooyer. Beverly Horner, Peggy Kinney, Jeanne Noor­ man. Macia Noorman. Mir­ iam Saxton, Genelle Schedl­ bauer, Jill Thompson and Holly Van Laan. Guests, soldiers and dig­ nitaries include Justin Pitt. Walt Riegler, Lewis Rich ards, Andrew Rushmore and Mick Vaughn. The Community Players crew for The Sound of Mu­ sic include Director Steve Your Smile The First Thing People See! Ptease come in and meet with Greg about your next new or used car purchase. Bill Seif Chevrolet Buick ________________ ’AT' W i �The Sun and News. MxJdieville ML June 17. 2003 Page 13 Pre-organizational meeting for Caledonia Kiwanis well attended A good meal encourages conversation during the meeting. (Photos by Cathy Rl Bill Witzel. Drew McFadden, and Tom Knbs talked to local business owners in­ terested in starting a Kiwanis Club in Caledonia. by Patricia Johns The first “pre-organizational" Caledonia Kiwanis meeting filled the meeting room at the Monterey Grille restaurant in Caledonia June 12. Drew McFadden, one of the promoters of the new group, says, “We had a good turnout. This seems to be a very energetic group. There were a good number of Hastings Kiwanis members there ready to help the Cale­ donia members feel at home." The next preorganizational meeting will be held at lunch on Thursday. June 19 at the Monterey Grille. This meeting will include the nomination of officers. The organizational meeting will be on June 26. Both meetings will begin at 12:05 p.m. Anyone who would like more information can call McFadden at 616-891-1173. Mothers & More plans Pilates workout session Reducing stress, improv­ ing muscle strength, balance and coordination along with increasing flexibility are all goals of a Pilates' workout, which will be offered by the local Mothers & More chap­ ter at 7 p.m. Monday, June 23. Marquita Schaeffer a cer­ tified group fitness instruc­ tor with more than eight years of experience will be demonstrating the many techniques involved in this new fitness routine. All area mothers are in­ vited to join in the fun and stretching with Mothers and More, which is a local sup­ port group for moms who have altered their careers in order to spend more time raising their children. "Being in shape is impor­ 7 Night Cruise to Bermuda on the Norwegian Sea tant when we are trying to keep up with the our kids," says a spokeswoman from the Middlcville/Hastings chapter. "We are pleased to have a certified fitness ex­ pert within our group to en­ courage us all." Visitors and members are asked to bring an exercise mat or towel, a water bottle, and be dressed in comfort­ able exercise clothing for the meeting held at Kids First Learning Place, 420 Misty Ridge (lower level), Middleville. Mothers and More is an international not-for-profit support network dedicated to improving the lives of mothers through support, education and advocacy. Year-round meetings are of­ fered twice monthly on the second and fourth Monday of each month, and moms are encouraged to take time out for themselves to ex­ plore topics relevant to all mothers. Play groups, out­ ings, volunteer opportuni­ ties, park days, charity fundraising, e-mail networking are scheduled during regular meetings. Upcoming meeting topics include Wills & Trusts, Or­ ganizing Our Household Spaces, Updating Resumes and Summer Floral Arrang­ ing. Anyone working outside the home, who works part time or is home with chil­ dren full time, is welcome to be part of Mothers and More. Visitors are encour­ aged to attend three meet­ ings without obligation prior to deciding to join the group. For further information call (269) 795-5242 or visit www.mothersandmore.org. Maximum off 2400 Tickets Sold 25 Total Prizes Need Not Be Present To Win (Odd* are 1 in 99 of winning a prize) •If 2000 tickets are not told, then drawing will revert to a tingle 50/50 drawing ot net profBodt Minimum 50/50 prize - $4,000 00. Full raffle rulet available at the YMCA ot Hairy^^^ty office Mutt be 1* years or older to purchase a ticket, Tickets can be purchased from the YMCA of Barry County, Mainstrcet Savings Bank Service Desk, Fclpausch Mainstreet Branch Office, ICS Travel, and Dreisbach Motors. DRAWING August 23, 2003 4:00 p.m. at the HASTINGS SUMMERFIST YMCA BOOTH All proceeds from this fund raising raffle to benefit the YMCA of Barry County programs and Summer Camp. 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"I want to keep this issue moving forward This has been an issue that for over a decade has lacked momen­ tum and focus, and we are beginning to build both, and think the purchase of the property will keep some mo­ mentum. I view this as prim­ ing a pump. "Wc need to get a sign up there that says future site of... so people will say, 'wow. we're getting a li­ brary!’ and start to believe in the vision... and be a part of that. Wc need to move ahead. Wc suffer from that on this issue. “ Harrison thanked the search committee members, though not present, for their time and effort during site visits and the ranking proc­ ess. "Their work will finally be rewarded.’ Resident Don Miesen raised his own concerns over the library prior to board discussion, perhaps revisiting issues raised by others in the past that were thought to have been settled months before. He cited concerns over re­ lated issues, including pub­ lic spending. He said the township had considered $1 million worth of sewer, had considered ’$30,000 worth of blacktop work that had no advertising,” and other is­ sues. He commented that in past problems with a PMR. an owner had committed to deliver fill where needed to township properties as part of a settlement for a debt, and said a suggestion for filling a hole for a library had been made by one board member. Miesen continued, "So currently we're looking a buying a hole in the middle of our town and spending a qrarter of a million dollars for it without even knowing what would be fair market value," claiming no research had been done. Other claims he made Printing Need? were that there was no site plan or legal description of the property, that an unau­ thorized survey had been used to show 71 percent of township residents favored greater regulation of PMRs. and gravel trucks. "I think there are philo­ sophical issues with buying a hole even if the sand is free." He implied three other li­ brary sites had been dis­ carded without adequate public explanation for why they were not adequate, in­ cluding sites such as the school's Community Educa­ tion building, and of village property near the sewer treatment plant, and implied the price of the site now be­ ing considered was of a value equal to M-37 front­ age. He also suggested if the fire department moved to a new location, the discarded fire facility or site "would be a tremendous site for a li­ brary." "We have no idea what the expense will be to make that site buildable." nor had the township researched fair market value, or the pro­ jected expense for develop­ ment of that property, Mie­ sen said. Supervisor Bryan Harri­ son said "this had been one Graphics 1351 N.M-43 Hwn. P.O. Box 188 Hastings, MI 49058-0188 We Have a Colorful Solution Whether your printing needs are complex color brochures or simple black of the most visible commu­ nity issues," and said he thought there had been no lack of communication with the community. He said the search committee, staffed by community members had re­ ported with documentation to the board in televised meetings, which was re­ ported in the newspapers. "The criteria used, I thought was impressively objective, how (sites) ranked, and when this site became available," site visits were made, the site was walked, and those who were there were "very enthusiastic with the potential of the site." Harrison said this was not a hole, or a former PMR. but part of a former farm. " While there are some eleva­ tion differences on the site," with lake frontage, and some wetlands, "but frankly on a ten plus acre site, the build­ ing envelope... doesn’t in­ clude these elements. 1 don't consider the drop signifi­ cant. "I think calling it a giant hole is a mis-charactcrization of the site... it has so much potential with the lake frontage, and so on, I still maintain my enthusiasm." Harrison's own survey was well publicized, he said, but said he failed to make the connection as Miesen had said, between the library and the PMRs. other than if fill is needed, there were plenty of operations to sup­ ply it. He said there was a settlement with one PMR with a potential for one more community service project as a part of that. Harrison said the commu­ nity ed building had not been officially offered, and the schools have a concern over being land locked with­ out the property. He said it had been considered but had not ranked high in the crite­ ria process by the search committee, and the time to raise that issue was past. The same was true of the village property, and the vil­ lage was not interested, which is up to the village board and residents, Harri­ son said. Trustee Bill Bravata ac­ knowledged Miescn’s con­ cerns had been shared by himself "early on when we were looking at this issue. At a certain point, when the committee built up enough momentum and credibility. I backed off. and said "Hey. they are doing a great job and started to trust what they were doing." He said the board had bat­ ted around a lot of these is­ sues. over the school, the building next door, and at a certain point, gave it up. "1 think they have brought to us the best possibility for us. I'm just tickled pink that we've got something pinned down and I’m completely for this issue." Bravata referred to the fill offered by a PMR owner, and said this might be used by extending Lakeside Cemetery by bringing fill into the low areas of the cemetery to end the commit­ ment the operator has made. He said this would add two or three hundred (much needed) additional burial sites. He thanked Miesen for his input. He said often citi­ zens are not fully aware of the path walked by board members before coming to a decision. Later comments by Mie­ sen indicated he was un­ happy with answers given, but no further response was offered by board members. In other business, the board: • Approved the previously tabled blacktop paving re­ pairs for the parking lots of both the township office and the fire barn. The bid from Duraseal Asphalt for crack sealing and striping was ap­ proved. The possible future move of the fire department from the bam to a new facil­ ity was a reason given for less extensive repairs than earlier discussed. • Approved a fireworks permit requested by a Mr. Webb, regional display manager for Wolverine Fire­ works, which put on the lo­ cal Independence Day fire­ works display last year. Jim Perkins is the person who choreographed the community display in Cale­ donia last year. This request was for a small backyard fireworks display al a sur­ prise 40th birthday party for Perkins to be held June 14. although his birthday was May 13. Webb is a certified fire • technician, he said. He said three-inch display shells would be used in the 20minute display, requiring more than consumer fireSee library location, pg. 15 SUMMER JOBS Packers of quality frozen vegetables General Labor ALL JOB SEEKERS Retirees, housewives and teens If you need extra $$$ Days and nights available NEED FOR JULY, AUGUST & SEPTEMBER Call 6I6-374-8837 ... for additional information Apply Monday thru Friday 8 a m to 4 p m TWIN CITY FOODS 1315 SHERMAN ST., LAKE ODESSA, MI E.O.E and white forms, let J-ad Graphics design, print and deliver quality printed materials you'll be proud of. Complete design, printing and bindery facilities in-house to handle all of your printing needs no matter how large or small. Call one of our Printing Specialists today! Publishers of: •Hastings Banner •Hastings Reminder •Sun & News •Lakewood News •Maple Valley News •Marshall Community Advisor •Battle Creek Shopper •Weekender • Marshall Chronicle To contact one of our Printing Specialists Call: Phone (269) 945-9554 Fax (269) 945-5192 CHARTER TOWNSHIP OF CALEDONIA COUNTY OF KENT, MICHIGAN PUBLIC NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that on July 7, 2003. at 7:00 p.m , the Planning Commission of the Charter Township of Caledonia will hold a public hear­ ing at the Caledonia Township and Village Hall. 250 South Maple Street, Caledonia, Michigan, on the application of Burke Thompson for the rezoning of lands from the A, Agricultural District, to R-3, Medium Density Multiple Family District. Such lands are located at 5989 68th Street, SE, and are legally desenbed as follows E 225 FT OF S 940 FT OF SW 1/4 * SEC 5 T5N R10W 4 85 A Caledonia Township, Kent County, Michigan All interested persons may attend the public hearing and be heard with regard to the requested rezonmg Written comments concerning the proposed rezomng may be submitted to the Township office, at the above-stated address, up to the time of the public heanng Dated: June 17. 2003 July 1,2003 PLANNING COMMISSION OF THE CHARTER TOWNSHIP OF CALEDONIA 339 �The Sun and News. Middleville. MUJune 17, 2003/Page 15 CALEDONIA TOWNSHIP BOARD MEETING June 12,2003 FUTURE PROJECT. Discus OFFICERS AND STAFF A special meeting was called Sion was held on future projects 8 CORRESPONDENCE to order at 5:33 p.m. and what is different between 9. UNFINISHED BUSINESS Present: Harrison, Snyder, then and now Reviewed the A 2nd Reading Steketee i Cardwell. Bujak Stauffer three optons for proceedtog with DenHartigh to Rezore Absent: Bravata, Robertson Land From Agncxftjre to the projects Re newed the offers Also Present. UA Pierson. from Lepard and Garden Grove Medium densrty Multiple Colleen Giamo, Randy Wilcox. Would hke more information Farrwty Jim White. Bob Bendzmsta. and B 2nd Reading Steketee to about the offers several citizens. Moved Harnson second Rezone Land From PUD A No public comment or conflict CardweM to adjourn Ayes: Al. Agriculture to General of interest MOTION CARRIED Business UNFINISHED BUSINESS C. Review of Attorney Letter CAMPAU/WASTEWATER Regarding Blackstone MEETING NOTICE PLANT ODOR: Moved A Regular Meeting of the Consent Judgment Harnson. second Snyder to go Cbarter Township of Caledonia Amendment into closed session to discuss Board Of Trustees will be he*d D. Acton Items from June odor with attorney Ayes All beginning at 7 00 p.m. on 12th Uttitos Workshop MOTION CARRIED Moved Wednesday. June I8to. 2003. 10. NEW BUSINESS Stauffer, second Snyder to at the Caledonia A Resolution to Place the return to from closed session Township/Wlage Hal. 250 2003 Summer Special Ayes AM MOTION CARRIED Mapie Street. Caledonia. Assessment Districts on NW PROJECT COST Michigan the 2003 Tax Roi UPDATE: Reviewed NOTE individuals with disabili­ B Garden Grove - Proposed NW PROJECT FINAL PAY­ ties may request auxiliary aids Consent Judgment MENT RESTORATION: and services tor the meeting by Amendment Report given by Engineer. work contacting the Township Clerk 11 BOARD COMMENTS Ing on restoration of lawns at (616) 891-0070 12 PUBLIC COMMENT DPW BUILDING WELL TENTATIVE AGENDA (EXTENDED) DEPTH ISSUE 4 RECOMMEN­ 1. CALL TO ORDER/ROLL 13. ADJOURNMENT DATION: Moved Cardwell sec­ CALL (340) ond Harrison to award bid to 2. PLEDGE OF ALLE­ Buer for $6,000 00 Ayes All GIANCE AND INVOCATION MOTION CARRIED 3. CONSIDERATION OF THE CAMPAU WASTEWATER MEETING AGENDA PLANT DISTRICT • INCLU­ 4. PUBLIC COMMENT SION OF HIJEK: Moved Bujak, (BRIEF) second to approve inclusion of 5 APPROVAL OF CONSENT Hijek to the C/K sewer district AGENDA works would ask. Ayes All MOTION CARRIED A Minutes of the June 4th & The distance away from PROPOSED CABLE USE June 12th. 2003 Meeting OF DPW BUILDING: DtSCUS other homes was sufficient B Correspondence Not sion was held Moved Harnson. requiring Board Acton at 210 feet. Perkins’ wife Cardwell to table until further C. Approval to Pay Bills had contacted surrounding research on cost & operations D Treasurer's Report neighbors, Webb ^ad spo­ Ayes All MOTION CARRIED E. Building Department ken with the fire department, M-37 DISTRICT WATER/ Report SEWER - INCLUSION OF and the celebration would be F Utilities Report GUIKEMA: Moved Stauffer, G. Fire Chief Report complete by 11 p.m. he said. second Cardwell to allow 6. INQUIRY OF CONFLICT Fire Chief Brian Bennett Gmkema into the M-37 Sewer/ OF INTEREST said he would verify the dis­ Water District Ayes All 7. REPORT FROM BOARD MOTION CARRIED tances and other details in a Library location, continued from page 14 VILLAGE OF MIDDLEVILLE jtau PUBLIC NOTICE Please be advised the Village of Middleville Zoning Board of Appeals will hold a meeting on Wednesday, June 18. 2003, at 7:00 p m in Village offices, 100 E Main Street, Middleville The purpose of this meeting is to consider a fence setback variance filed by Robert and Karen Rosa at 216 Grand Rapids Street, Middleville Mr and Mrs Rosa wish to construct a 6-foot high privacy fence to within 15 feet of the Dayton Street nght of way The R-2 Zoning District requires a 30-foot setback tor privacy fences in any yard lacing a public street Any interested person may attend the meeting and offer comments The application tor variance may be examined at Village Hall during regular business hours, 9.00 a.m.-5O0 p m Monday through Friday Respectfully Submitted, Bette Koepl Inger Secretary Zoning Board of Appeals 336 site visit. A copy of the permit would be on file showing Webb is a licensed pyro­ technic expert, and verifica­ tion that he has $5 million in insurance coverage. The state of Michigan leaves the decision about such displays up to local authorities. • Included in the consent agenda the first reading of a request by Den Hartigh and Steketee to rezone land from Agriculture to Medium Den­ sity Multiple Family. This request was recommended by the Planning Commission • Included in the consent agenda the first reading of a request by Steketee to re­ zone land from a PUD and agriculture to general busi­ ness, which had been recom­ mended by the Planning Commission for denial by the board. CHARTER TOWNSHIP OF CALEDONIA COUNTY OF KENT, MICHIGAN PUBLIC NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that on July 7. 2003, at 7:00 p.m., the Planning Commission of the Charter Township of Caledonia will hofd a pubic heanng at the Caledonia Township and Village Han, 250 South Maple Street. Caledonia. Michigan, on the application of Vince Meaney for the rezonmg of '.anas from the R-R. Rural Residential District, to C-2. General Business District Such lands are located at 7163 Broadmoor Avenue, S.E., and are legally desenbed as follows THAT PART OF W 1/2 NW 1/4 LYING SWLY OF SWLY UNE OF BROADMOOR AVE/STL M37 - 120 FT WIDE/ & LYING SELY OF A LINE BEARING N 60D 26M 10S E FROM A PT 528.63 FT N 00 17M 27S W ALONG W SEC UNE FROM W 1/4 COR 256.70 FT TO PT OF ENDING ON CL OF RELOCATED BROADMOOR AVE /STL M37/ EX S 300 FT ’ SEC 8 T5N R1OW 1 27 A Caledonia Townsh<) Kent County. Mcrwgan All interested persons may attend the public heanng and be heard witn regard to the requested rezonng Written comments concerning the proposed rezonmg may be submit­ ted to the Township office, at the above-stated adoress up to the time of the pubic hear­ ing Dated: June 17, 2003 Juty 1' 2003 PLANNING COMMISSION OF THE CHARTER TOWNSHIP OF CALEDONIA 338 Middleville Village Council keeps tax rate the same by Patricia Johns Staff Writer The residents of the Vil­ lage of Middleville will pay the same rate of taxes this summer as they paid last year. Following a “truth in taxation” public hearing lasting just two minutes at which no one but Village Manager Bryan Groesbeck spoke, the Village Council approved a resolution keep­ ing the millage rate in the village at 11.0739, the same as last year. Tax bills will go out on July 1. Keeping the millage will bring in $26,341 more than if the village reduced it to 10.6553, the rollback rate set by the Barry County Board of Equalization. GET All THE NEWS OF BARRY COUNTY! Subscribe to the Hastings Banner. Call 945-9554 for more information. to work in Middleville. The council passed a Village President Lon resolution approving the Myers thanked everyone Michigan Department of who volunteered to help Transportation contract to make the dedication of pave Grand Rapids Street Stagecoach Park a success. from Lafayette to Eagle “I was really pleased with Drive. Work continues to com­ the turnout,” he said. Groesbeck will be getting plete reconstruction and paving of the State and Rus­ more information about the Community Vis program the sell streets intersection. Groesbeck also presented county is looking into pur­ an overview of work the vil­ chasing. County Commis­ lage will have to complete sioner Jim French said. before the consultants from This is expected to be a HyattPalma come to the vil­ good tool and help planning commissions see the types lage in August. Work is continuing on of impact a new commer­ finding a new location for cial, residential or industrial development can have on a the recycling bins. Sergeant Tony Stein re­ community." The next meeting of the ported that Deputy Julie Jones is returning to serve in Village of Middleville Council is Tuesday. June 24. the Hastings area. Deputy Perry Brandt will be coming at 7 p.m. m)’Z-IN.G 269-838-9242 269-838-1454 • Grading • Top Soil • Driveways • Slabs • Pole Barns CHARTER TOWNSHIP OF CALEDONIA KENT COUNTY, MICHIGAN NOTICE OF ADOPTION OF ZONING ORDINANCE AMENDMENTS AND SUMMARY OF THE REGULATORY EFFECT THEREOF PUBLIC NOTICE is hereby given that on June 4, 2003, the Township Board of the Charter Township of Caledonia adopted the following ordinances amending the Township Zoning Ordinance. The principal provisions of the amending ordinances are the following: 1 Amending Ordinance No. 1 This ordinance amends Chapter IV. Zoning Districts, so as to list recently adopted districts and to make other minor amendments Chapters V VI, VII, VIII and X, covering the A Agricultural District, the R-R Rural Residential District, the R-1 Low Density Single Family District, the R-2 Medium Density Single Family District, the R-3 Medium Density Multiple Family District and the F Flood Plain District are also amended in part, including amendments In permitted uses, special land uses, district regulations and minimum required conditions In the case of the F Flood Plain District, certain definitions are deleted from that district but are added to Chapter II of the Zoning Ordinance. 2. Amending Ordinance No. 2 This ordinance amends Chapters XI. XII. XIII and XIV covering the C-1 Neighborhood Business District, the C-2 General Business District, the 1-1 Light Industrial District and the 1-2 Industrial District, respectively The amending ordinance sets forth amendments in these zone districts with respect to per­ mitted uses, special land uses, district regulations, minimum required conditions and other matters. 3. Amending Ordinance No- 3 This ordinance amends Chapter XVI, covering spe dal land uses, in its entirety. The amended provisions include the intent and purpose of special land use provisions, procedures for applications and public hearings, stan­ dards for considering special land uses and minimum design standards for each of the special land uses available for consideration and approval in each of the zone districts of the Township Other amended provisions include expiration of special land uses, reapplication for special land uses and other provisions. 4 Amending Ordinance No-4 Thia ordinance amends Chapter II, pertaining to def­ initions; Chapter III, covering general provisions, and Chapter XXIX on site condo­ miniums Various definitions in Chapter II are revised and additional definitions are included In Chapter III, there are proposed amendments in general provisions per taming to single family dwellings; tot width to depth ratio; building setbacks; lake access and frontage; site grading mobile homes and manufactured homes and other general provisions The amending ordinance also includes new Chapter XXIX, pertaining to srte con­ dominiums The provisions include the procedures tor approval of srte condominiums by the Planning Commission and Township Board, the Standards lor approval of site condominiums; revisions m approved srte condominium plans and other matters con­ cerning the review and approval of srte condominiums Copies of any of the amending ordinances may be examined or purchased at the office of the Townsho Clerk, 250 South Maple Sweet, Caledonia Michigan, during Township office hours The amending ordinances win become effective June 24. 2003 Dated June 11, 2003 TOWNSHIP BOARD OF THE CHARTER TOWNSHIP OF CALEDONIA 337 �Page 16/The Sun and News. Middleville. Ml June 17, 2003 New utilities expansion likely yet this year by Ruth Zachary Staff Writer Five of seven Caledonia Township board members met to review utilities pro­ posals presented by various utilities staff and consult­ ants, which may lead to a decision to expand water and sewer to proposed de­ velopments this construction season. Utilities Administrator Rich Pierson, Township En­ gineer Randy Wilcox, Attor­ ney James White and Con­ sultant Bob Bendzinski had crunched the figures to make the project possible, with three different option proposals. Township Board mem­ bers favored an altered ver­ sion of the first option. The upper limits dis­ cussed for the proposal (not yet determined) was as high as $3.59 million, though only part of this would need financing. Considering the costs and the revenue sources for the projects, which are at the least risk will result in a conservative expansion em­ phasis for both water and sewer. Much depends on timely buildout resulting in purchase of sewer and water users by people living in the affected districts. In general. Pierson said he believes all the projections for buildout are very conservative, so counting on the revenue from new homes and busi­ nesses which will be serv­ iced is relatively secure. ■ THORNAPPLE KELLOGG PRESCHOOL Openings are available in our Kiddie Kampus and Panther Cubs preschool classes for 4 year olds. Classes start in September so call soon for class availability. Please contact Shar at Thornapple Kellogg Community Ed, 795-3397, for enrollment information. 1% A bond, amount depend­ Meanwhile board mem­ ent upon gathering addi­ bers intend to move ahead tional information will as long as the project can be done at the least possible fi­ probably vary the amount needed. Getting a prime in­ nancial risk, so that develop­ ers can meet the demand to terest rate for a bond, such get their project time lines as a rate of 4.5 percent completed this year. The rather than one of dose to 5 percent, for instance, de­ time line would allow any referendum to be completed pends upon timing, and will before final steps are taken. affect the total amount Presumably low interest needed. rates are an incentive to One issue that has come build these projects now. up is an 18 percent excess of Two projects which are over earlier projections for expected to be serviced by the northwest sewer district assessment, which means that some money must be re­ funded for these landown­ ers. or it could be reinvested in the same system, if land­ owners want this. The ad­ vantage to using the money now would be that the im­ by Ruth Zachary provements now would Staff Writer avoid having to make them Resident Don Miesen said later probably at a much he had succeeded in round­ greater cost in the future. ing up 11 phones to bring to The Township Board is the township to further its leaning toward keeping around 5 percent of this ex­ effort to establish a senior cess to improve portions of citizens’ cell phone program he started in March. the system serving that area, Miesen said he thought which the state allows the the program was such a township to do. good idea, he has been try­ Board members would ing to collect the used phone like to take detaiL of this equipment for the township. matter to the public first in Some had been found at ga­ an informational meeting, rage sales, he said. and may suggest a referen­ Used phones and battery dum on the issue. This chargers are hoped to be would involve petitions and brought in, reprogrammed a 45-day period to hold an as non-subscriber phones election on the proposal. equipped with a 911 signal. The used phones would be distributed to senior citi­ zens or other people with particular special needs. Other groups needing 911 service might also be eligi­ ble, such as battered women, for instance. The phones could be used by people for limited use for 911 service, such as when traveling. They would be­ come the user's property. Miesen has challenged utilities include Lepard property and Garden Grove, both with time frames for this year. Others may be in­ cluded as well. Since the developers pro­ jects are subject to property leins. there is less risk for providing utilities there than for delivering utilities to an open area involving many land owners and many par­ cels. which could be devel­ oped in any number of ways with no predictable time frame. Some areas close to the mains are owned or farmed with no definite plans for development. Delivering utilities to ar­ eas which will be more densely developed and close to existing systems can be achieved at the lowest costs for the infrastructure. And densely developed areas are also the ones which most need public sewer and wa­ ter. to avoid the pollution that is possible with private septic and wells. Caledonia Township still collecting used cell phones other residents to embrace the program and come for­ ward with donations, to be delivered to the township of­ fice. Caledonia Township Su­ pervisor Bryan Harrison said he hoped to have a line on several more phones, as many as 50 when a company switches over. All who believe they need this program can apply at the township office in Caledonia. The phone num­ ber is 891-0070. Wenger, Ward win school board races Only about 2 percent of the 9,252 voters in the Thornapplc Kellogg School Dis­ trict showed up to select two board members in the June 9 annuaol school election. Incumbent Marty Wenger collected 149 votes to win another four-year term. Tom Ward also was elected, with 143 votes. James Nelson had 62. Ward will replace Dan Parker, who decided to retire after 12 years on the board. Voters at Thornapple Kel­ logg also selected Ellen James, Gary Schenk and Richard Verburg as trustees for Grand Rapids Commu­ nity College. Reach over 11,000 area homes with an ad in the Sun & News. Call 945-9554 to place your ad today. Call 945-9554 to place your Sun & News ACTION-Ad! Reach over 11,000 area homes Caledonia Community Players Proudly present Rodgers & Hamf^Kfein* T^oundof MusicX, June 20, 21, 27, and 28, 2003 @ 7:00 p.m. At the Caledonia High School Performing Arts Center Tickets are $8 for adults and $5 for children 12 and under. Reserved seat tickets available at The Caledonia Resource Center. General admission tickets may be purchased at the door. For more information, call 616*891*8117 Visit CCP online at www.caledoniaplayers.org �The Sun and News. Middleville. Ml June 17. 2003/Page 17 Caledonia Village OKs water termination with township bv Ruth Zachary Staff Writer A resolution for a water termination agreement be­ tween the Village of Caledo­ nia and Caledonia Township was approved by the Village Council June 9 effective on the tenth anniversary of the settlement date. In this version of the ter­ mination document, the township will pay the vil­ lage $160,000 in cash, rather than paying in services or projects as the village had once proposed. Village President Daryl Penfold said because water units were not sold off as expected initially, com­ pound interest had added to the cost of the agreement. The schools, First Real Es­ tate. Jasonville Farms (Riebcl Development) and the Village were all due money, as a part of the deal. The proposal was to pay off the debt at a rate of so much on the dollar, with each of the partners of the agreement getting a fair portion of the whole amount owed. "This agreement allowed them to transfer their por­ tions of the water they origi­ nally had among them­ selves." Penfold explained. The tenth anniversary rep­ resented a date to have com­ pleted these negotiations, •nd the water units would revert to the township water rsystem. The village sold its water system to the town­ ship six or seven years ago and has no remaining units. "The old agreement had a window on it so that if no payments were made, it would still belong to the township," Penfold ex­ plained. They were seven years or so into the agreement. "It's not progressing, and basically it's a buyout." The developers, the school, and everybody thought this was the best solution for a bad situation, to get out of it with this termination agree­ ment. f "From a business stand­ point, I believe this isn't great, but it's better than the alternative, which I believe will be to fall to pieces." ■ Village officials were not certain if they would be able to put the payment into the general fund, or a designated water fund, or if it could be transferred from a water fund to the general fund af­ ter appropriate action. Legal counsel was to be sought. If it is required to go into a waler fund, to be used for something along that line, like a water mam previously talked about, Penfold ex­ plained. "My guess is it would revert to the general fund." Trustee Chuck Audy said he was in favor of the agree­ ment. The water payment from the township is not included in the future budget, as there are too many unknown fac­ tors at present to designate the funds. Following a budget work­ shop on June 9, the Caledo­ nia Village Council ap­ proved the budget for the 2003-2004 fiscal year during the regular meeting, with a public hearing. Few budget matters re­ quired extensive discussion. President Daryl Penfold said, due to the work Man­ ager Sandra Ayers had done prior to the meeting. Some items, such as the expense for a new DPW ga­ rage is not final, the 20032004 budget docs not cur­ rently reflect those amounts. A second site is being con­ sidered for the garage, in or­ der to save excavation costs. If this option is chosen, a re­ vised site plan will require Planning Commission ap­ proval. Compensation for officers and employees of the village were also approved. No public comment was made. One matter ques­ tioned by the council was a per diem amount of $150 for the president pro tern. Er­ skine recommended $100 instead. Penfold supported this on the basis that he is now compensated at $85 per meeting. He said he had missed about three meetings during his time in office. Should the president be re­ placed for one month, then the acting president might be compensated at the same rate as the president is for the same period, he said. Call 945-9554 anytime for Sun & News classified ads THORNAPPLE AREA ENRICHMENT FOUNDATION Our Hometown Charitable Organization MISSION: To enrich and enhance the quality of life in the Thomapple Area by acting as a leader and catalyst in the evolving needs of the community. For scholarship chantable gift mformatxxi please wme to: P.O. Box 164 Middleville. Michigan 49333-0164 tktaef @ hotmail.com MMMMMMMBMlMMB!BMMMMMMMMMMd In other discussion: • Penfold suggested a one day only ordinance for gar­ bage pickup in the village. All haulers from different companies would have to come on the same day. He said pickup now occurs five days a week. Trustee Dan Erskine said there was no set of rules governing trash haulers at present, because it was largely unenforceable. He said there is a poten­ tial safety factor with gar­ bage trucks coming at all times and all days of the week. Additionally when people put garbage out for pickup on all days, the vil­ lage looks "trashy." He added that leaf pick up was another added problem Another comment was made about newspaper boxes looking terrible, and Nielly suggested he could come out with "designer boxes." Trustee Chuck Audy said there were already too many ordinances which could not be enforced, such as those requiring homes to be main­ tained and painted. • Penfold said he had been requested to write a letter in support of a Caledonia Party Store to apply for a liquor li­ cense from the state. This requires a request by the village for an additional li­ cense for the village. He asked for council feedback. Penfold said he felt the village businesses also sup­ port the whole community, and the means used by the state based on population were rather antiquated. He said no other kind of busi­ ness had a regulation over how many there could be. He said some township businesses had been sold and their licenses had been inactive. He said if the store was in the township, the owner might be granted the license. Audy said placing a busi­ ness on the west side of the road in the village was im­ portant in order to benefit from the business traffic flowing south from Grand Rapids each work day. The state rule based on population does not account for such factors. No public comment was made, and no decision was made by the council about support of an additional liq­ uor store in the village. �Page 18/The Sun and News. Middleville. Ml June 17. 2003 Caledonia Township hiring process questioned on the selection committee, indicating a planning em­ phasis in the hiring process. Cardwell noted Zylstra would be responsible for training and wanted to know what the training would in­ clude. She said she would like it to be a matter of edu­ cating residents on how to meet the requirements cor­ rectly. to begin with, rather than to get them to change what they have done after the fact. She said of the zoning ad­ ministrator position, ’I see... residents asking. ‘What’s our setback? Can I build a pole barn, how big can I build it? Can I put a fence up? Can I have a horse?' That is a kind of customer service informa­ tion,” she said, rather than police officer enforcement information, challenging this emphasis for qualification. The other duties of pro­ gram specialist were un­ clear, she said. by Ruth Zachary Staff Writer The Caledonia Township Board hired Ed Rusticus as zoning administrator June 4, but not without challenges between board members over the hiring procedure. Treasurer Jill Cardwell said, This will be the fifth person who has had this po* sition in three years. We're doing something wrong." Cardwell asked for clarifi* cation of the process, and asked if schools were con­ tacted to reach graduating students with training in planning. The search committee had advertised with several po­ lice departments, and mu­ nicipalities with interns looking for a position were contacted informally, it was explained. Township Supervisor Bryan Harrison said Com­ missioner Wally Bujak and Planner Dave Zylstra were "Id like to know what this person’s responsibilities will be. Will they be taking on computer networking as we have had other administra­ tors doing? The timing of presenting the hiring to the board was also challenged. "1 am a little frustrated that we are receiving the in­ formation tonight. Appar­ ently the decision was made by our committee to hire this person by Monday, because my office took a phone call by somebody who had ap­ plied for it, and we were asked to tell them the posi­ tion had been filled." Cardwell continued. "If it has been filled, then why waste our time." she asked. A township newslet­ ter that was supposed to go to print Monday listed the applicant as being the new zoning code enforcement person, she said. Some things are meant to be a certain way... Like insurance from Pioneer State Mutual. Clerk Pat Snyder ex­ pressed similar concerns. She questioned the salary offer of $32,045. when the job range actually begins at a lower figure than that, at a little over $28,000. She said she had earlier asked to make an effort to hire someone with a plan­ ning and zoning back­ ground. perhaps someone just out of school and asked w hy no letters had been sent to schools. She said she would have liked to have seen the information earlier with a chance to look at this a little bit more thoroughly before the meeting. Harrison named the Grand Rapids Press, the Michigan Townships Asso­ ciation website, and letters sent to local law enforce­ ment agencies as places where the job opening was posted. He said phone calls were made to neighboring townships to ask if such a position was sought. He said the places the job was advertised permitted reaching all types of appli­ cants and backgrounds. He said it would have been nice to have interviewed a plan­ ner applicant along with an enforcement person. It wasn't an option. Bujak said he had created a check list to be sure the procedure followed met the guidelines set up for town­ ship hiring. Twelve resumes were re­ ceived, Zylstra said. Harrison said this opening was more broadly posted than another recent job post­ ing which received More than 100 applications. Three interviews were conducted. All three had some law enforcement back­ ground. Some were rela­ tively unqualified, he said. • Comprehensive coverage for homes and vehicles. • Discounts for insuring both your home and car. • Quick claims response and sound advice. It's the way insurance should be. STAUFFER & WIGGERS INSURANCE AGENCY 612 E. Main St. • Caledonia, Ml 49316 616.891 9294 SETTIN THE PACE Training is vital, and he said Zylstra would cover the areas of responsibility with the new employee, section by section. All the township zoning ordinances are brand new . Harrison said. He said the new zoning enforcement person needs to be in regular communication with the planning commission. As far as "education vs. enforcement." Harrison had explained it was a two­ pronged job. including both front counter work and en­ forcement. He said Bujak had asked. "What percentage of time would you give to both en­ forcement and education?" Harrison said there needs to be an appropriate balance. "The reason the question was put in there is in the past we haven’t suffered from over-enforcement. We have suffered from people who spent too much time at the office." Harrison defended the background in police work as appropriate. Police offi­ cers are most visible when they are enforcing. Their job is also making sure people know and understand the laws, he said. He added that the new employee had al­ most 20 years as an educator as well as a background in law enforcement. The job title had been ap­ proved under the JEP as pro­ gram specialist, but the job description is most reflected as zoning administrator, Harrison said. That’s how the job was posted, defined and how he would like to continue to approach it. Harrison said the posted salary followed the format of the previous posting. However the last JEP deter­ mination had shifted the fig­ ures. Harrison said the offer should reflect the JEP. The salary represents the second step of a six step range. Harrison apologized to the board over the rapid process but explained, when there is a vacancy, there is rush to fill |he position. He said the employment letter had not been signed, until I Tuesday, however, w ithin I 24 hours of acceptance. In regard to the approach! of the person in working I with citizens. Bill Bravata I said. "This individual is I quite a conduit to you and I the planning commission. I from the citizens of this I township. He hears a lot of I concerns, deals directly with I problems... A lot of times I these problems are examples I of how we can change our I system and make it better." I "I would hope we could I consider this job as a start-1 ing point for him to help us make our zoning ordinances more complete, easier to un­ derstand. and better. " Bravata said he hoped to I have a nice protocol in place for due process... maybe a I2-3 warning system. "I think it’s of paramount importance that our citizens understand what the problem is. Its clearly defined, its pul in writing, and it's given to them so they can respond. "if they refuse to respond after a couple of letters, then let’s write them a ticket." He said he hoped those kinds of considerations would be em­ phasized with the new man as he is trained. Bujak said "We have to make it known what our wishes as a board arc as far | as enforcement. We do want to create policies that allow residents to come into con­ formance based on their un­ derstanding of zoning is­ sues. Many times a resident truly docs not understand the zoning ordinance and should not be penalized for that lack of knowledge." He said he thought the township should direct the new administrator to have a procedure in place whereby a resident in non-compliance can be given an opportunity to amend the situation, with time to bring the matter into compliance. Bujak said the new ad­ ministrator would need the support of the board's assis­ tance. 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A mandatory sentence of life in prison without parole, required by statute, will be issued by Judge Paul Sulli­ van July 29. The only way Lyons can be released from his sentence is by a gover­ nor's pardon. According to Lyons' law­ yer. Frank Stanley, appeals arc not usually filed until af­ ter the sentencing occurs, and it is up to his family to decide. Stanley declined to comment on Lyons’ reaction to the verdict. During the trial, Assistant Kent County Prosecutor Gary Gabry brought up Ly­ ons' failed business at­ tempts. Lyons owned the Carriage House Restaurant in Martin and about 15 years ago. after a dispute over lack try to manipulate people in the system in order to escape responsibility for his ac­ tions,’ the assistant prosecu­ tor said. According to Stanley, the testimony Lyons gave of the events unfolding on Oct. 25. 2001. was his downfall. While Lyons previously at­ tempted to gain false alibis by soliciting women friends to claim the two were to­ gether on that night, his tes­ timony claimed he was at the scene of the crime when Gordon Lyons of a liquor license, he moved the building to Wat­ son Township, where it was eventually tom down. Lyons’ involvement in a tire recycling company in Allegan County also re­ sulted in disagreeable terms that included an environ­ mental disaster and a $3 mil­ lion judgement for the state government against Lyons. Gabry calls the case "one of my most challenging." "The defendant was an in­ dividual who continued to HOUKS: M-Th Smn-Opm; Fri. 5arn-8|>in Sut. 8iim-2pm; Sun.9uin-3pm 9175 Cherry Valley, Ste. K GiNoiua. 89U2994 Drummond was murdered. Lyons said he picked up two men and paid them $50 each to accompany him in con­ fronting Drummond. Lyons claimed his intent was only to scare Drummond, but that the "boys." referring to themselves as "Bro and Cuz." went out of control and attacked, killed, and robbed Drummond. Part of Stanley's defense called into question the acts of Valerie Drummond. A month before her husband's death, she bought a $1 mil­ lion insurance life policy. The payoff, however, could only happen in the the event of a commercial transporta­ tion accident, like an airliner crash. Drummond was paid $50,000. Phone records showed that Lyons had been talking to Valerie Drummond until just 20 minutes before the murder took place. Once her husband's body was found. Drummond and her mother. Donna Dykstra, burned let­ ters and other items that could have been used as evi­ dence to prove the affair. Over the course of the trial, it was proven Valerie Drummond was not in­ volved with the murder. Gabry said he is happy with the trial in that "Jurors were able to see that the master manipulator (Lyons') wasn't going to be able to get away with it." Bluegrass, country music slated at Bowens Mills The Bowens Mills Gath­ ering Place will have "old time" country and bluegrass music for listening and dancing enjoyment, at 7 p.m. Fridays this summer. Upcoming dates are June 20, July 4 and July 18. There is a $3 cover charge at the door. There is a $3 cover charge. The Gathering Place, a huge, gambrel roof building in the historical park and pioneer farming village, will be host for a summer series of live music and dancing. Inside the building there is a gift shop and a "great room" for musical concerts, theatrical performances, wedding receptions and The band is ready, and so are the dancers, for a summer of Friday night music at Historic Bowens Mills. many other large gatherings. 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Michigan, in the Council Chamber of the Village Hall Members present Mr Floyd Bray, Mrs Dorothy Corson, Mr William Kenyon, Mr Michael Lytle, Mr. Lon Myers, Mr Charles Pullen and Mrs Marilyn VandenBerg Minutes of the May 13. 2003 meeting were approved as written The Agenda was approved as writ­ ten Mr. Clair Miller submitted the monthly Earth Tech report ACTIONS TAKEN 1 Adopted Resolution #03016, Establish Load Limit Restriction for Main Street Bridge on a motion made by Mr Bray and supported by Mr Lytle. Roll call vote resulted in all Ayes 2. Adopted Resolution #03017, Set Public Hearing to Increase Property Taxes ‘Pursuant to Truth in Taxation’ on a motion made by Mr. Bray and supported by Mr Lytle Roll call vote resulted m all Ayes 3 Approved invoices dated May 22. 2003 in the amount of $48,203 73 on a motion made by Mr Pullen and supported by Mrs VandenBerg 4 Authorized Williams and Works to proceed with the nec­ essary engineenng to bid out the Arlington Court re-alignment project on a motion made by Mr Bray and supported by Mr. Lytle. 5. Appointed Wayne Win­ chester at DPW Director at $18 44 per hour and maintaining existing benefits on a motion made by Mrs VandenBerg and supported by Mr Kenyon 6 Adjourned the meeting at 7:45 p.m. on a motion made by Mr Bray and supported by Mr Kenyon Respectfully submitted, Rhonda L. Fisk. Clerk The complete text of the minutes may be read at the Village Hail between the hours of 9:00 a m and 5:00 p.m., Monday through Friday. 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PENNOCK HEALTH SERVICES is seeking Group Fitness Instructors for on site Health 4c Wellness Center to cover additional or differ­ ent time slots in response to illness of other instructors or membership demand for services. CPR and aerobic certifications are a must! Pre­ fer candidates with the abili­ ty to instruct various types of fitness classes. Please ap­ ply to PENNOCK HEALTH SERVICES attn: Human Re­ sources Department, 1009 West Green Street. Hastings, Michigan 49058. (269)945 1753, fax (269)945-0825, e mail to lking@pennock health.com or apply on line at www.pamockhealth.com WATER GARDENING: Water Lilies 4c Lotus, Aquat­ ic plants. Goldfish 4c Koi, lin­ ers, pumps, filters Apol's Landscaping Co., 9340 Kala mazoo. Caledonia (616)6981030. Open Mon.-Fn., 9am530pm; Sat., 9am-2pm HOUSE FOR RENT: Thor nappie Kellogg schools, 3 bedroom, 2 baths, located on three country acres, $825 a month plus deposit. Cail Bruce at (616)891-2928 or (616)890-4717 MIDDLEVILLE: Nice 2bd upstairs apartment with use of yard and deck, $495/month plus utilities. 1st months rent and secuntv deposit. No pets (269)795RETAIL SPACE: Lease for only $975 per month plus utilities. Approximately 4,000sq ft. on busy Main Street in Middleville Call (269)795-3000. THORN-BARRY APART­ MENTS: 525 Lincoln Street, Middleville 2 bedroom apartments starting at $575. Please call (269)795-3889 to schedule an appointment. APARTMENT FOR RENT. Caledonia: sharp, large 1 bedroom apt. in the country. Includes enclosed garage with door opener Broad­ view Country Apartments. $500/mo plus utilities. Call John or Marv Kay McCleve, (616)891-2222, x233 SmithDiamond Realty, Caledonia Office CON DO: furnished or un­ furnished. 5691 Leisure South, Kentwood. $675 plus maintenance fee. Available. Call late evenings (616)6989026, days (616)554-2498. FOR RENT: cottage on Green Lake near Caledonia. Single family only. Weekly or longer. No pets. (616)3747465 or (616)891-1494 HALL FOR RENT: Caledo nia Sportmans Club, newly renovated. For information call (616)891-1168. Garage Sale 2 FREE GARAGE SALE signs with your ad that runs in any of our papers. Get them at J-Ad Graphics.. 1351 N. M-43 Hwy., Hastings. At the front counter. BIG FIRST TIME GARAGE SALE- June 21st, 9am-? Clothes, furniture, antiques, collectibles, many items $1 and less. 76th St., Clarksville. Between Pratt Lake Rd. & Hastings Rd. GARAGE SALE June 20th 4c June 21st, Friday 4c Satur­ day, 9am-5pm. Huge mov­ ing sale, great dorm supplies and kids clothes, quad run­ ner, futon, Thomas the Train set, misc 3080 68th St. SE GARAGE SALE washer 4c dryer, baby clothes, infant car seat, toys 4c much more. June 20th 4c 21st, 9am-5pm. 10235 W. M-179 Hwy., Mid­ dleville.__________ ' GIRLS CLOTHES sizes 03T, boys 0-6mo., lots of cute clothes in great condition, al­ so patio table (seats 6). In Pinehaven Estates, north of Barry County Expo. 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Off Whitneyville, between 84th 4c 92nd _____ SOMETHING FOR EV­ ERYONE Little Tykes, toys, antiques, furniture, salon hair dryer, kitchenware, knick-knacks, clothing, too much to mention. 12468 96nd St., Alto. June 19th 4c 20th, 8am-5pm. No early sales. COMMUNITY WIDE YARD SALE: Yankee Springs Meadows, 1330 Pat­ terson. Friday 4c Saturday, June 20th and 21st, 8am5pm. Krispy Kreme donuts available at sale. GARAGE SALE IN Alaska, Mi. Good condition misc. items, 9am-5pm, June 19, 20, 21, 7384 68th St. S.E., Alaska. In Memoriam Jobs Wanted 17 YEAR OLD girl would like steady babysitting job. Located close to TK schools. Have references. Please call (269)795-3514. TURN 3 OUR UNWANTED ITEMS INTO CASH! Place an ad Miscellaneous ITS TIME FOR get quotes on years form 4c needs. Call Print 9105. schools to upcoming newsletter Plus 945- PRINT PLUS- Your printing center for all types of print­ ing. Check us out for a quote onour print job. 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MKJdtev.Be Ml/June 17. 2003 Caledonia debates infrastructure needs by Ruth Zachary Staff Writer Though a proposal to re­ zone a village parcel was turned down by the Planning Commission, based on in­ adequate infrastructure, im­ provements that would sup­ port development does not appear to be on any official horizons at present. A report by Trustee Nick Unger, council representa­ tive on the Planning Com­ mission was made about the Planning Commission's ne­ gotiations with developer Bob Tol and owner Calvin Kooiker for his request to rezone a village parcel lo­ cated between 100th and Kinsey streets from Agricul­ tural to R-2, and eventually a PUD. Unger said the commis­ sion, after several meetings had voted to not recommend the rezoning, because of a " perceived inability to ad­ dress transportation and safety needs at this time." Planning Commissioner Bill Nielly said the commis­ sion "recognized the need for development in the area at some time, but until we Planning Commissioner Bill Nielly said the commission “recognized the need for development in the area at some time, but until we can address infrastructure concerns, fire, egress, ingress. ...safety on M-37... we decided to leave it there... zoned agricultural... a unanimous decision of the committee." can address infrastructure concerns, fire, egress, in­ gress. ...safety on M-37... we decided to leave it there... zoned agriculture... a unani­ mous decision of the com­ mittee." Planning Commissioner Sharon Mortenson said. " Most specifically, people were very concerned about the condition of Kinsey... not in good shape." She said Kinsey needed to be on the council's radar, since that body has the authority to af­ fect that problem Many opinions voiced by citizens at the hearings for the rezoning was that there were many infrastructure improvements that were needed to support their own homes in the area, including better streets, sidewalks and public sewer. Planning commissioners had advised requesting these improvements from the Vil­ lage Council. Daryl Penfold responded that his own opinion was " Kinsey is not to me. a prior­ ity. I know the condition of it is very poor. My fear is ...to make massive improve­ ments on Kinsey will do nothing more than to ask ad­ ditional traffic to come bar­ reling through town. "I believe 100th Street needs to go through, and be made the main thoroughfare, vs. the village being made a thoroughfare." Penfold said that for safety and traffic reasons he favored finishing 100th. " Finishing Kinsey. I believe would only put off the fin­ ishing of 100th Street, which is also inevitable, in my opinion... and invite more traffic through the village." Penfold acknowledged this was not a popular posi­ tion, but said he felt this was better for the community as a whole. He said development should not be prevented "be­ cause of a 'not in my back yard’ syndrome’." Ultimately, a decision to pave 100th Street, and to ex­ tend it to connect to the west is one that will be made by the township and the county. Resident Susan Berencsi spoke to the council on the subject. She said the reason the area was previously desig­ nated for R-2 zoning was that 15 years before, when people seemed to be moving out of the village, as a meas­ ure to attract more residents to regrow and strengthen the village. She questioned if the zon­ ing was now necessary in view of all the other devel­ opment now surrounding the village. She suggested keeping the ag designation in the village and in surrounding acreage was important, if the village was going to be able to offer the country flavor people in­ dicated they wanted in the last master plan. She requested the R-2 designation in the master plan might be re-evaluated before another developer comes with another R-2 plan for the parcel. Later she said no one commenting at the Planning Commission hearings had said they didn't want any de­ velopment on the parcel, or that they "didn't want it m their back yard." But so continues an argu­ ment between 100th Street and downtown residents, over which street should be developed, who often have said, "not on my street." See us for color copies, one-hour photo processing and all your printing needs. 1351 N. M-43 Hwy., Hastings. At the gray barn JUNE 2S ■ 6:00 PM Refreshments and Hors d’oeuvres Served meet' Norwegian Cruise Lines • cjl due bhxu ivceCie � https://barrycountyhistoryportal.org/files/original/25/713/SunandNews_2003-06-24.pdf 05a0908304e8891f8b057d6127e51b28 PDF Text Text our Hometown Newspaper Sen/ing Middleville and Caledonia Areas 132nd year Micaieviiie. Michigan 49333 No. 26/June 24, 2003 TK begins school strategic planning update process by Patricia Johns Sta# Writer Thornapplc Kellogg schools have begun the process of updating the dis­ trict’s strategic plan in preparation for the future. The TK Strategic Plan­ ning Committee submitted its report on the direction and goals for the district in 1999, and on June 18 the district began to update the plan. Superintendent Kevin Konarska told the audience of staff, parents and commu­ nity members that this was a way to build on what had al­ ready been accomplished and prepare for challenges Carveth Village owner and administrator receives honor by Patricia Johns Staff Writer Cheryl Peters, owner and administrator of Carveth Village of Middleville, re­ ceived a proclamation signed by State Senator Pa­ tricia Birkholz during the June 10 Entrepreneurship Action Day. sponsored by the Women’s Bipartisan Caucus in Lansing. “Women Lead the Way” was the theme nf the Women’s Bipartisan Caucus kickoff luncheon. Peters was nominated by the Barry County Area Chamber of Commerce and the Barry County Economic Development Alliance. Di­ rectors Kathy LaVictor and Dixie Stadel-Manshum praised Peters for her con­ cern for the well oeing of those residing Tn Carveth. whether in independent liv­ ing, assisted living or hos­ pice for end of life care. She was praised for nur­ turing the human spirit, bringing the community and Carveth residents together, as well as providing more than 50 jobs. Peters says, “this was an unexpected honor. It was nice for our hard work to be recognized. Cheryl Peters holds the proclamation she was given by State Senator Patricia Birkholz in honor of Women s Entrepre­ neurship Day. that will face the district in the future. Dave Smith, president of the school board, reminded everyone the strategic plan is a breathing document. He told everyone he thought that thinking about educa­ tion with a kindergarten through 12th grade focus was one of the most impor­ tant accomplishments. Assistant Superintendent Pat Koeze reviewed some of the achievements since the original plan was written, in­ cluding hiring an elementary counselor, improved tech­ nology training for staff and the NCA process, which is ensuring student success. Jackie Brayman. a con­ sultant from the Ball Foun­ dation. facilitated the meet­ ing. She helped members of the committee to look at the affects of culture, competen­ cies. and conditions within the district. She also spoike about the impact of the "No Child Left Behind” mandate on the district. Principals discussed sur­ veys of students, staff and parents. The next meeting of the Strategic Planning Commit­ tee will be in the fall Konar­ ska invites anyone with questions about the process to call him at 795-3313. Caledonia schools have to dip into savings to balance budget Board Secretary Bernie Nagel (left) on behalf of the entire Caledonia Board of Education, recognized Dr. Doug Busman’s strong commitment to the Caiedonia School District during his 16 years here with a gift of a leather briefcase School (for two years) in ex­ ers available to all employ­ by Cathy Rueter ees of the district, have gone change for a plaque at the Staff Writer up 17.7% and 31% respec­ The Caledonia Board of school.” tively Education passed the pro­ Discretionary money is Another explanation of posed 2003-04 budget, being reduced by $1.2 mil­ discretionary money was though not by unanimous lion she said, explaining that vote and not without plenty though the funding is com­ provided by Dean in a sepa­ rate interview. of debate ing up short, other items “An example is that we Because of freezes and necessary to run the district, cutbacks in state funding, including insurance, are go­ really need to replace the roof at Dutton Elementary. the district is having to trim ing up with little option but We also really need to rediscretionary costs, which to pay the fees required. often arc defined as areas of MESSA and SET, Inc., the See Caledonia schools, pg. 2 the budget that can be re­ two health insurance provid­ duced. such as, supplies, materials and utilities — not tied to salary or benefits. Prior to the decision. Dis­ trict Business Manager Judi Dean gave a presentation Caledonia Township OKs expansion explaining where some of of utilities the cuts were coming from and how the district will TK students end year with flouirsh compensate where neces­ Caledonia schools have to dip into sary. savings to balance budget “School organizations arc coming up with funding for Carveth Village owner and field trips," said Dean. “And administrator receives honor a local business (Harder & Warner) is updating and maintaining the landscaping for Caledonia Middle In This Issue Cheryl Peters was honored for her entrepreneurship including the openrig of the new addition to Carveth Village �Page 2/The Sun and News. MtddteviWe. MlAjne 24 2003 Caledonia schools, continued from page 1 place the classroom carpet­ ing at Dutton,” she said. But given the financial re­ strictions. we can only do the roof. We’re going to have to put off replacing the carpeting until the next school budget.” The school board is aware that these discretionary dol­ lars cannot be reduced or de­ layed every year. “It’s about what can we can do without for one year," Dean said. Another avenue the dis­ trict is taking to help main­ tain finances is to reconfig­ ure the fee structure for af­ ter-hours use of buildings. The after-hours fee structure ranges from $2 per hour for a classroom to $40 per hour for the CHS Performing Arts Center. Board members Dennis Atkinson and Ken Yonker Centum Pearson-Cook then asked for clarification on several points of the budget. “Are we approving ex­ penditures by line item or as a whole?" asked Atkinson. “(You're approving them) by category." answered Dean. The topic of textbooks was brought up when it looked as if there were zero dollars in the budget. “Each building is zero ( dollars)," explained Dean. But district wide there is a $90,000 place holder for textbooks, if necessary " Atkinson asked if this was a move toward standardiza­ tion in the schools, which is a goal of the district. Though Dean admitted that the action was taken mainly for financial reasons, so that each school building itself would not have to bear the Cathy Williamson 293-7391 or 891-8980 MIDDLEVILLE 5955 Stimpson Rd. DweiOorti M 37 to (fOrhfnt Rd, tort to Srimpwo. untih Io home) Country living yet so close to Grand Rapids. Warm decor. Mature landscaping including water­ fall fish pond. Great starter home. $127,500 065M020 burden of purchasing text­ books. thereby cutting money from other parts of their budget she did state that the district-wide place holder may well work to­ ward standardization as well Yonker questioned whether pay freezes were considered and if there had been any thought as to whether the district was competitive with the private sector in certain cost as­ pects. “We're looking at a possi­ ble $100,000 deficit There’s not any more room to cut discretionaly dollars.” said Yonker. “Are we being pro­ active?” “Quite frankly. (I believe) that this is our best shot for maintaining our educational responsibilities while meet ing our financial chal­ lenges," said Dean. She explained the deficit further in the separate inter­ view. “We have a $1.2 million shortfall when we compare our anticipated revenues versus anticipated expendi­ tures. The budget presented still has a $100,000 deficit. We were able to reduce our expenses by $1.1 million, so the proposed budget is using $100,000 from our fund bal­ ance (much like a household savings account). Board member William Harrison said, “Our basic as­ sumption (is that) just like home, there will be changes Replace your cable with DIRECTV’ service. Get over 130 channels. Act now! During the DIRECTV Endless Summer Entertainment you’ll get the first $QQ99 ■■ per month TWO MONTHS FREE! TOWCHOKt DIRECTV Act now and get a DIRECTV System GUN LAKE BUILDING SUPPLY Redto Shack Deafer Post Oflfceaf Gmb Ute Across UM sewr fee 1-269-672-5097 or 1-269-672-5526 4k MMQMt tWCTV Caledonia High School Principal Ron Moag welcomes new CHS Athletic Direc­ tor Scott Weiss throughout the year (to the budget). I admire the board’s willingness to dip into the fund balance, to be prepared to make adjust­ ments.” Lillie said, after explain­ ing that the administrators had scoured the budget thor­ oughly, “We’re going to have to trust (our adminis­ trators)." Dean said, “It was not al­ ways easy, in fact, it was of­ ten hard (to make some of the decisions). (This repre­ sents) a tremendous amount of work by (the) administra­ tion and staff over many months,” said Dean. “We will continue to find ways to be efficient and effective.” In the later interview, Dean expressed her views further, saying, “It’s amaz­ ing to me that the state re­ quires school districts to adopt a budget for the fol­ lowing school year prior to July 1 when the state has yet to determine how they are going to fund the public schools for next year. The information from the state seems to change daily.” Indeed, the state budget isn’t adopted until Oct. 1. But perhaps her philoso­ phy of the district budget is best summed up by her statement, “It’s not the dol­ lars (that you get), it’s what you do with the dollars.” Dean said at the end of her presentation during the board meeting, “The true test of a good school district (is that it can) hold fast to core values, even when the revenue stream is reduced, even drastically reduced.” When the roll was called the votes from Atkinson, Bergy. Harrison, Lillie and Nagel were in the affirma­ tive. Yonker cast his vote as no. Sherlund was not pre­ sent. During the meeting the board also adopted the pro­ posed budget amendments for the 2002-03 school year. When asked how the budget compared to the original proposal Dean said, “We don’t review them line item by line item, but we do re­ view them as a whole.” In other issues the board members dealt with during the regular monthly meet­ ing. they: • Approved the appoint­ ment of Carol Nelson-Pur key, director of personnel, as the interim superintendent effective July 1 in the wake of the retirement of Doug Busman at the end of the 2002-03 school year. • Hired Scott Weiss as the new high school athletic di­ rector. Weiss comes to the area from North Lawrence High School in Indianapolis. He will begin his employ­ ment with the district effec­ tive July 1. He replaces Dave Price, who left to take the AD post at Olivet Col­ lege. • Approved membership in MASB (Michigan Asso­ ciation of School Boards) for the 2003-04 academic year. • Officially recognized Dennis Atkinson and Bob Bergy as newly elected board members to four-year terms. Both members were sworn in by Administrative Secretary to the Superinten­ dent Sharon Tarrien. • Approved the new course titled Sports Medi­ cine for CHS. The textbook has been on display at the adminstration office for pub­ lic review since the regular board meeting on May 20. • Approved several per­ sonnel changes. Kim Gates was hired as the Middle School cheer­ leading coach. Chantel Yonker (Dutton Elementary teacher), Tammy Miller ( Dutton Elementary teacher) and Lynn Prince (CHS Eng­ lish teacher) each have been granted a leave of absence for the 2003-04 school year Julia Renbcrg (Caledonia Elementary teacher) has been granted a leave for the first semester of the 2003-04 school year. The resignation of Kerry Fernandez. Dutton Elementary IT) teacher, was granted as well. Ten different non-classified individual contracts were renewed for the usual onc-ycar renewal. Nelson- Continued next page • larfium Mating CUvaa YOU swurr/MEs vn vn OTNENUU(PO 13) omwiun 2 FMT 2 FUAIOW PG1 J) MB MJMNTT (PG 13) �The Sun and News. MicWieviHe. Ml June 24. 2003/Page 3 Senator Stabenow urges caution when it comes to altering Medicare coverage ocularly the costs of pre­ scription drugs - from incomes that are signifi­ cantly smaller than their male counterparts." The figures argue strong­ ly in favor of a reliable and universal prescription drug benefit under Medicare. Stabenow said, and the) argue against privatization efforts that force seniors out of traditional Medicare and into private plans that may be unreliable, unavail­ Longer life spans, lower lifetime earnings, and a tendency to live with multi­ ple chronic health condi­ tions makes a strong Medicare program espe­ cially important for older women, U.S. Senator Debbie Stabenow fD-Ml) said today. Citing figures complied by the Henry J. Kaiser foundation comparing the health needs of older men and women, Stabenow said so-called “reforms” of Medicare means women are especially vulnerable. "The figures are com­ piled. and they are dramat­ ic." Stabenow said. "They show a high correlation of age. poverty, and multiple chronic afflictions among older women. This means they are more likely to spend more years of their lives trying to cover the higher medical costs - par- able or more costly. “Medicare is a great American health care suc­ cess story, and it is a suc­ cess because it has provid­ ed the basic health services needed by our seniors both men and women." Stabenow said. “In the end. we can build on that great success by updating Medicare to include a com­ prehensive. universal and reliable prescription drug benefit." You don't need a Fortune to begin investing with Edward Jones Securing your financial future should not com­ promise your current financial situation. 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The con­ tracts that fall under this non-classified heading are enrichment coordinator, ath­ letics office manager. Per­ forming Arts Center direc­ tor, job skills trainer, athletic trainer. CHS registrar, pre­ school coordinator, campus safety director, fleet supervi­ sor and administrative secre­ tary to the superintendent. Bob Lillie abstained from voting concerning the pre­ school coordinator. Anne Lillie. It is customary for board members to abstain when family members are involved. • Approved the nomina­ tion of Susan Stivers and Lois Roelse to the Kent In­ termediate School District’s Parent Advisors for Special Education Committee ( PASE)/Regional Parent Ad­ visory Committee (PAC), for a term of three years ( 2003-06). The district is al­ lowed to have three mem­ bers. Chris Standish was recog­ nized for her eight years of service to PASE/PAC thus far. • Agreed to purchase 30 wireless computers and two carts for Caledonia Middle School for $39,118 to be taken from the 2000 bond fund. The carts are to hole the airports for the wireless units so that no infrastruc­ standing board member) ture is to be changed. made the presentation on be­ CMS Assistant Principal Daryl Kingsbury said that half of the entire board. The July reorganizational the intention is for the meeting is slated for eighth-graders to have Wednesday. July 2. at 7:30 teaching/instruction as the p.m. in the board room of main focus during the first the administration building. pari of next year and then instruction/use will be by 203 E. Main St.. Caledonia. 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Lead Pastor Rri David Moorhead Assoc Pastor Joe Cipcic. Worship Leader Denns Bouma. Youth Pastor Chunh Office 616 8910287 Vaff our web Me www brtghtaoe org CALEDONIA CHRISTIAN REFORMED CHURCH “A Church with a taring heart for our community and the world" Sunday Worship............................ 9:30 atn and 600 p m. (Child & Adult) (Dunng the School Year) Rev. R. Scott (ireenway, Pastor Keith Stulp, Youth Director Al Tiemryer, Community Calling FIRST BAPTIST CHURCH OF MIDDLEVILLE M-37, north of Middleville • 795-9726 Bruce N. S*wt Senior Pa»tor Tim A. Vine. AmC. Pastor Youth Douglas G. Beason. Visitation Pastor Gary Weaver. Musk Minister Pastor David Stewart, CE Children » Pastor Sunday School Sunday Morning Worship Service Sunday Evening Service Wednesday MkI Week Prayer Word of Life Clubs 9.45 a m 11 00 a m. 600 p m. 6 45 p m 6 45 p.m. Salurday Evening Mass ... 5:00 p.m. Sunday Mass . 9:00 a m. & 11 <X) a.m. June 29th The V alue of a Penny Summer Worship Schedule (through Aug 31): I0W am . Worship A Jr Church I KM) a m Coffee Fellowship (Nursery Available Throughout) Res Norman Kohns • (6161 891-8167 Church Office 616-891 -8669 Fa* 891 8648 WWW ealedoruaume org Community o| Christ ALASKA CONGREGATION 945 am Praise Singing 1050 am Morning Worship II 00 am Wed Fellowship 7 30pm Pastor EG Frtzzet! Church Ph 616-868-6810 • Pas** j Ph 6)6^97-67*? St Paul Lutheran Church Miswmjt Ssnod Comer of 84th St and Kraft in Caledonia I mile west of M-37 Mid-Week at the Oasis - Wed. 630 PM Informal mid-week acoustic Praise and Worship wrvws 10:00 am Traditional Service 11:15 a.m. Acoustic Praise 8r Worship Service 1100 AM Sunday School 8 Adult Bible Study 9.4S AM Evening Worship Service 6:00 p.m. YOU ARE INVITED 8:30 AM All Services have a Nursery available ■ Barner FVte Pastor Robert Gerke • Pastor David Ziehr Rev. Tom DeVnes. Pastor - 795-9901 Youth Group................................ 6:00 p.m Sunday Midweek 7:00 p.m. Wed. Rev. E. Anthony Sikora Church (616) 795-2391 Office Phone 891-8688 ___________ www.StPaulCaledonia.ory__________ SS. CYRIL and METHODIUS CHURCH SS Cyril A Methodius 9 30 Mass win continue to take place at St Theresa Church until July 27th. This is a new date The Dedication and presiding The number of SS. Cyril A Method­ ius church office is 269/792-2889 9:30 a m Thurs GRACE UNITED REFORMED CHURCH Proclaiming the Whole Counsel of God THORN APPLE BIBLE CHURCII Preaching the Living Word - 10 AM Sunday Morning 3449.76th St. S£., Caledonia Serving The Risen Lord Sunday School 9 30 a in Sunday Morning Worsliip .10 30 a.m. (Jr. Church & Nursery available ) Services at 9 30 a m. and 6 p.m 698-9660 9255 84th Street, Alto, Ml 49302 A Church for today's world Currently meeting al: Spirit filled family Church. Emmons Lake Elementary 8950 Kraft SE, Caledonia One mile east of Whitneyville Rd Sunday School for ages 3 yr. thru 6th grade: Sr. High. Sun. 6:30 pm Jr. High, Sun. 6:30 pm GUN LAKE COMMUNITY CHURCH & PRESCHOOL ^^3 ®Ije ©lb TSTime v^DjUetljoliist (EljurcI) 5590 Whitneyville Ave.. S.E Alto. Ml 49302 12200 Wen M-179 Highway (Chief Nexxsday Ruadi WaylMbi Ml 49348 Meeting you. your friends, and \our family right where you re at. Sunday Worship 900 am or 10:30 am Wednesday Worship 6 :30 p m 269 795-7903 WWW gunlakev ommunuy church org Sunday SchooLlftOO a.m. Morning Worship...! 1:00 am. Evening Worship...6:00 p.m. Wednesday Prayer Meeting...7:00 p.m. Rev Dennis Ross Church: (616) 868-7425 UNITED METHODIST CHURCHES Middleville - Parmelee Parmelee Morning Worship.............. 9:30 a.m. Middleville Morning Worship .......... 1100 a m Rev Lee '/.achnian Church Office Phone 795-9266 Rev. Royle Bailard, Pastor _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ Phone 868-6437_ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ WAYFARER^ ^CHURCH M-37 between Middlesille & Caledonia Sunday Worship: 8:30 a art. Iraditional Community Church A Place for Fa—*) A Frieads 6301 Whtu»ev>iBc Avenue Aho 11 ajn. Contemporary 6 pjn. Praise/Bibte Study CHRISTIAN REFORMED Cmnetuporary Worship Sunday School for AU Ages Evening Worship Pastor Roger Buhman • Church Office w » • lakendecommumty org 9 30 a Xu 10.45 am 6:00 p m SAS-0391 Leighton Church Located in Lrtghum Township Corner of 2nd Street and Kind Avenue church ll<»a* Ccefonpoory Snndn Sd»oi fair Ah A#es Sundn Ewrung Senue KH» am 6<O p m 630 pm. kAS TOVSeEND Fnanr <61bi 091-BO2S • www ie^ht <xhurch org An informal, contemporary church committed to our community Sunday Worship is at 10:00am in Caledonia Middle School s cafeteria. Rev. Dr Jock Doorlag. Interim Minister Everyone is welcome! Nursery & children’s activities during all services For more information (616) 891-8119 Pastor Rev Josh Blunt Contact our Dutton office at (616) 65-65-WAY or www jeacechurch^s; Check our web site www wayfurerccarg Redeemer Covenant Church —Lighting Up Lives for God— Sunday Hour I LOO am Wednesday 1 Family Night 5 45-8-00 pm Past x M Hihnun Enkwjn 6951 Harm Ute AW Catedonu 61h49MO01 mfawnrr#wmjirf wwJtdegmerurvenantiFj .4 avMar <Ar WHITNEYVILLE bible Church 8546 WlYtney/ie Ave at 84m. St • 891-8661 Worship 930 am Chnsuan Education Sondn Mornng Vordap 836am Trnhumd FT FnenUs Prc-Sdsuol-iA Sept -ApoL’ community Finding the Way Together! Lakeside 8146 68th St near WhffneyvBe Ave Church School. Sunday Wednesday 8:00 P.M. Evening Prayer phon* 795-2370 or 949-9327 Vicar - Rev. Dav* T. Hu.twrck Sunday School d CALEDONIA fj UNITED METHODIST 2S0 V inc Street <M 17 to Emmons to Vine I llclxcl 11:00 A.M. Holy Communion Service Times: Worship ..9.30a.m.Sunday School............................................. 9:45 a m. first Mass of the new worship space of SS Cyril & Methodius Church will take place at Morning Worship...................................... 11 00 a m. Sunday School................. 11 00 a m. Evening Worship.................................................. 6:00p.m.5:00 p.m. on August 2nd. with Bishop Murray Adult Bible Class............. 11 00 a m. Kraft Avenue at Johnson Street Rev. Dave LeBlanc, Pastor Phone 891-9259 SundayHrvk*Tinws 9:15 A.M. Morning Prayer (Holy Communion 2nd Sunday) Morning Worship Service 1664 N. M-37 Highway Middleville. MI 49333 • 945-1555 Located near the comer of M-37 and McCann 908 W Mam Street (Missouri Synod) Phone 891-8440 CALEDONIA HOLY FAMILY CATHOLIC CHURCH 708 W. Main Street Middleville Good Shepherd Wesleyan Church Lutheran Church Rev P Adams Church Office: (616) 891-1512 M-37 at 100<h St. MIDDLEVILLE CHRISTIAN REFORMED 2415 McCann Rd. (In Irving) Gmummt Omshts ‘ The Church where everybody is somebody ..and Jesus is Lord' Meeting at Caledonia High School krdoy Schoo 930 am. xndoy Mornng wemp 10:30 am Meefkrg of cnopei on Wreyv«e Ave Sunder tvenrg Wonhp 6 00 p m. Rea Moweek Royer & Bote Study 7.00 p m 3ev ^oma Popot • He* kar tana eecvfc wrwneyrteo&e org amoc takx �HUoihNM ‘»»m» *w*’ The Sun and News. Middleville. Ml June 24. 2003/Page 5 WMU dean’s list includes 30 students from area Thirty students from the Caledonia-Middleville area earned dean's list status for the spring semester at West­ ern Michigan University. To be eligible for the dean’s list, students must earn a grade point average (GPA) of 3.5 or higher on a 4.0 scale while taking on a minimum of 12 graded credit hours. The students’ name, par­ ents (provided that informa­ tion was given) and major fields of study are as fol­ lows: • Jason Bishop, son of Kimble Bishop and Cindi Farrow of Alto, elementary group minors. • Jennifer Blauwkamp. daughter of Larry and Deb­ bie Blaukamp of Alto, ele­ mentary group minors • Christian Gorgas. son of Norbert and Regine of Aho, aviation flight science. • Amy Hutchinson, daughter of Bruce and Mary of Alto, English. • Kurt Imuta of Alto, mar- Engagements keting and philosophy . • Biair Mathews, son of Dale Mathews of Alto, fam­ ily studies. • Jaclyn Shurmack. daughter of James and Linda Shurmack of Alto, English. • Jaclyn Yonker. daughter of David and Marcia Yonker of Aho. family studies. • Katie Alonso, daughter of Cheryl Alonso of Caledo­ nia. pre-sodal work. • Amy Bartholomew, daughter of Thomas and Donna Bartholomew of Caledonia, family and con­ sumer sciences. • Ryan Birtles, son of Thomas and Jill Birtles of Caledonia, computer engi­ neering. • Meghan Cochran, Middleville student new Albion grad Dykstra-Goggins Rob and Sue Dykstra of Middleville and Nancy Goggins of Hastings are pleased to announce the engagement of their chil­ dren, Amy Dykstra and Tom Goggins. Amy is a 2000 graduate of Thornapple-Kellogg High School and is currently attending Michigan State University. She is the man­ ager at Creekside Floral in Middleville. Tom is a 1998 graduate of Hastings High School. He is employed with Greg Lydy Builders. An August 9, 2003 wed­ ding is being planned. Veenstra-Thompson Kristi Veenstra and Jefferson Thompson will be united in marriage on October 18. 2003. The bride is the daughter of Ron and Marianne LePard of Jenison and Art Veenstra of Rochester Hills. She is a graduate of Jenison High School. GVSU. and WMU The groom is the son of Ken and Judy Moore of Middleville and Mark and Barb Thompson of Kentwood. He is a graduate of Thomapple Kellogg High School and attended GRCC. Middleville student Jen­ nifer C. Tobin graduated from Albion College May 10. receiving a degree in chemistry and physics and departmental honors in physics. Tobin was one of only 27 students in a class of more than 300 to write a senior thesis, titled “Designing a LabView Program to Det­ ermine the Electrical Pro­ perties of Four New Super­ conducting Materials.” For this outstanding achieve­ ment, Tobin was awarded her degree with departmen­ tal honors. At the college’s recent Honors Convocation, Tobin was inducted into Sigma Xi, a national honorary society recognizing seniors who have demonstrated outstand­ ing research potential. Jennifer is the daughter of Daniel Tobin and Francis Tobin of Hastings and a graduate of Thomapple Kellogg High School. daughter of Timothy and Bridget Cochran of Caledo­ nia, political science. • Michelle Davis, daugh­ ter of Kenneth and Cynthia Davis of Caledonia, market­ ing. • Gwendolyn Freas. daughter of Roy and Deidre Freas of Caledonia, art teaching. • Cara Hedstrom. daugh­ ter of James and Suzanne Hedstrom of Caledonia, in­ dustrial design. • Brett McGovern, son of Gregory and Rhonda of Caledonia, finance. • Kristen Michaels of Caledonia, elementary group minors. • Ewa Radzikowska, of Andrew and Bozena Radzikowska of Caledonia, computer information sys­ tems. • Ezra James of Caledo­ nia, computer science. • Teig Schneider of Cale­ donia, philosophy. • Bradley Smith of Cale­ donia, accountancy. • Chad Worst of Caledo­ nia, business. • Courtney Rousselle of Freeport, accountancy. • Jay Lantinga. son of Tracie Sparks of Mid­ dleville, undecided. • Peter Baker of Mid­ dleville. psychology, crimi­ naljustice. • Mark Blashkiw. son of Steve and Margene Blash­ kiw of Middleville, account­ ancy. • William Holmes, son of William and Mary Holmes of Middleville, history. • Cornelius Maring of Middleville, electrical engi­ neering. • Nathan Schmitz, son of David and Jackie Schmitz of Middleville, student planned curriculum, pre-communication. • Gary Winchester, son of Wayne and Tina Winchester of Middleville, marketing. Jaycees to form in Caledonia The Kentwood Javcees The Kentwood Junior Chamber of Commerce w ill be in Caledonia contact­ (Jav cees) has announced it is ing individuals who would starting a new Jaycee chap­ like to lake advantage of this to become ter in the Caledonia area and opportunity of the new will have an information members Caledonia area Jaycees. night to give potential mem Anvone between the ages bers the opportunity to learn more about the organization. of 21 and 39 who would like The Jaycces is an organi­ to learn more about the zation for young men and Javcees. may call Helen women ages 21 through 39. Breen at 616 889 9422 or come to the Information It provides its active mem bers the opportunity to Night Thursday, June 26. at develop their leadership 7 p.m. at Digital Trends (for skills by becoming involved mcrly Computers Unlimit­ in community service pro­ ed) at 9946 Cherry Valle> jects and programs, as well Avenue SE in Caledonia. RSVPs are not required, but as networking and purtici arc appreciated. paling in social activities. (Caledonia United Methodist Church is hosting a Summer Hymn Sing<>n Sunday evening June 29 at 6:00 p.m. to which the public is cordially invited to attend Family, the name of the group, will feature Faye Freeman on guitar and vocals and her daughter-in-law Barb Freeman on Keyboard and vocals. Their presentation will include Gospel and Sacred Country/Wcstcrn Music. Over the last 20 years of singing together, several family members have joined Faye and Barb in offering musical programs to various churches in the Grand Rapids Area, retirement homes and at family celebrations. One of their favorite places where they have sung and played is the Sunshine Club, a program at Kent Community Hospital dedicated to treating stroke patients. The Freeman family has resided in the Caledonia community for many years. The Church is located at 250 Vine Street where Rev. Norman Kohns is pastor and Cynthia Bristol is Director of Music Ministries. A free-will offering will be taken to benefit the expanding music program of the church. 0^7799 Refreshments will be served following the Hymn Sing. Norwegian Sky October, November. December 7 Day Southern Canbbean with roundtnp air from Grand Rapids to San Juan from In order to allow our employees holiday time with their families, all of our branches will be open the following hours for you over the Fourth of July weekend: s999 T $*|-|49<£Xw Norwegian Sea 13 Day Canbbean 102603 wrth air from Grand Raptos from. s979 s1079^ W NORWEGIAN* cruist iiNt Q Premier Travel St Cruise 554-0311 Blacquire-Funk Jessie Blacquiere and Brandon Scott Funk announce their engagement The couple will wed August 1.2003. The bnde-to-be is the daughter of William and Carol Blacquiere of Hudson ville. She graduated from Hope College this May with a degree in education. The groom-to-be is the son of Keith and Lynn Funk of Alto. He graduated from Hope College tn 2002 with a degree in business He is currently employed at Good GMC in the business depart­ ment The couple plans to live in Kentwood THURSDAY, JULY 3"* Dnve-Up and Lobbies: OPEN UNTIL 5:30 p.m. FRIDAY, JULY 4th: CLOSED SATURDAY, JULY 5™: CLOSED USE AN ATM ANYTIME! Hastings City Bank Here For You Since 1886 �Page 6/The Sun and News. Mtddieviile Ml June 24, 2003 TK students end year with flourish A lot of this ice cream is blue And checking the status of the aircraft on the computer by Patricia Johns Staff Writer The end of the academic year was a very busy one for students in all the Thornap- pie Kellogg schools. Students went on walks downtown for ice cream, participated in field days, researched their roles for movie about killer sand pen­ guins. Students even made the walk down for ice cream at mock trials, went to Mars, built bridges, took final ex­ ams, prepared for a hiking trip and some even made a Storewide Liquidation Sale! The Scoop in the rain. Peer­ ing over the bridge was ex­ citing for students and gave the adults chaperoning a chance to catch their breath. It seemed that PlayDoh ice cream was the most popular choice, followed by Superman, chocolate and chocolate chip mint in a dis­ tant fourth place. Field days had students running, walking on tin cans, blowing bubbles. throwing chickens, and bouncing on balls al McFall. At Ixe. fun field day events included wild relays, toes picking up marbles and wa­ ter cannon and balloon events. Page events continued the outdoor fun. Parents and friends helped out as volun­ teers at all three schools Eighth-graders worked on Continued next page 25% Off (Cash Only) Excludes custom framing, yarn-related items, Sun Rider herbs. ^Rainbow’s End^ f Yarn, Craft & Variety > 9343 Cherry Valley Avenue (M-37) Caledonia Village Centre • 616-891-1106 i i i i i i i i i i i i i i i i i i i i i i i i i i i i Smith-Diamond ____ __ _________________ - — * SOUTH OFFICE 8980 N. 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ML'June 24. 2003/Page 7 A bouncy field day at McFall From previous page a mock trial during the last week of school, with stu­ dents assigned as prosecu­ tors, defense lawyers, wit­ nesses, detectives and the accused. The trial was based on a fictitious hazing acci­ dent which ended in a death. This trial had a very topical impact on students with the recent reports of the hazing incidents outside of Chi­ cago. Students in Julie Lester's fourth grade class teamed up with students in Mike Hodges' fifth grade class and participated in a Marslink computer simulation. Each student had a role on the team from mission man­ ager. propulsion systems en­ gineer to science payload engineer. Students followed a script and used the computers at the Lee computer lab to fol­ low the simulation as they tried to find out whether there ever was life on Mars, study the climate and geol­ ogy of Mars. Hodges was especially excited about this simulation because the exercise worked. Schools across the United States participated in this simulation exercise, which was scheduled right before the next NASA mis­ sions to Mars. Science teacher Luann Wiese helps adjust a bndge before adding the weights Seventh-graders partici­ pated in a bridge building contest. Teacher Luann Wi­ ese gave students the bridge building code which they had to follow along with a price list of materials from the I Saw Lumber Company. The building plans were judged according to neat­ ness. The final score also in­ cluded weighted points based on the cost of the ma­ terials and how well the fin­ ished bridge matched its plans. Bridges were tested for strength by placing a bar (a ball point pen) across the middle of the bridges and hanging weights from the bar. Strength testing took place on the last day of school, June 10. in a festive atmosphere with other stu­ dents cheering on the teams. Eighth-graders who had participated in the first bridge building contest last year also came to look at how well these bridges with­ stood the weight test. High school students were finishing their final exams, cleaning out their lockers and saying good-bye to their favorite teachers. A first took place this year, as the 16 members of the TK Packers reviewed their supply list and gath­ ered tents and sleeping bags for their hiking trip in Ten­ nessee. The 16 students, along with five adults, left from the high school park­ ing lot early in the morning Wednesday, June 11. Princi­ pal Ellen Zack was on hand to greet them when they re­ turned. tired and glad to be back, on Monday. June 16. And last, but certainly not least, students in Hodges’ Tshirt company presented the world premiere of their movie “Hills” to an enthusi- There were formal good-byes like this one from middle school princi­ pal Mike Spahr astic crowd of their Page peers on June 9. This year the students spent the profits from their in school T-shirt company to see the movie “Holes,” based on the Louis Sacher book of the same name. They were so excited about the movie they decided to make one of their own. “Hills” used the landscape around Page, with its piles of construction dirt as the landscape of their movie about some Girl Scouts who were being punished for not selling cookies, or for for­ getting the words to the Girl Scout pledge. Interwoven with this story was a tale of killer sand pen­ guins and students stealing the teachers* manuals. Killer sand penguins were respon­ sible for the deaths (accord­ ing to a copy of the Grand Rapids Press in the movie) of students at Green Lake School. The movie included a hid­ den treasure, lots of laughs and a cast of students and teachers. According to the credits, “no penguins were hurt in the filming of this movie.” Hills, the movie was one of those ideas that just takes root and then blossoms into a wonderful and amazing flower. First idea was proposed around May firt as an alter­ native way to spend the tshirt business earnings. The ideas and script were ham­ mered out after school on three consecutive Wednes­ days (May 7. 14 and 21). The opening and closing scenes in front of the hills were shot first and the rest of the film was shot in the 5 school days between May 30 and June 6. Hodges says. “June 4 was our trip to Michigan adventure, this gave us four days to shoot." “The film was a pleasure to shoot and it took me many man-hours to edit to its final form." he says. It's premiere showing was really fun for all the students. The cast included the Narrator. Tim Olsen; War­ den Oliver Warren. Nic Sco­ bey; and the young Oliver Warren. Jon Scobey. Miss Terr, MatracaTolan; Mrs. Ma'am, Jessica VanRhce; Hershey Bar Ban­ dit, and Larry Fine, Cam­ eron Kulhanek; the Bandit's Friend and Bob, Samuel Thaler. The Girl Scout Inmates were Tip Tap, Grace Dan­ iels; Mickey. Michelle Lcnartz; M & M. Megan Foote; Kit Kat. Kayla Katsma; Shorty, Kim Ni­ block; Ace, Rebecca Den­ ney; Tic Tac, Katrina Geers; Izzy, Kimberly Miller; Kitty, Amanda French; and Crazy Kat. Katherine Rekis. The featured students in­ cluded Chris. Christopher Smith: Problem. Grant Weesie;T. J . T. J. Dodge; Teddy. Theodore Rosen­ berg; Ecko. Kyle VandenBosch; Jordan. Jordan Schnike; Tim. Tim Olsen; and Nick. Nick Steele. Others included the Bus Driver. Ben Dickerson; Grandma. Kimberly Miller; and students in Kim Chausow and Sue Vanderwood’s fourth grade class played themselves Teachers at Page por­ trayed themselves, but a lit­ tle bigger than life for this movie. Principal Warrvnby Bradley Warren; Mrs. Bauer by Elizabeth Bauer; Miss Bailey. Kathy Bailey. Mrs. Cross. Tia Cross; Mrs. Formsma. Molly Formsma; Mr. Hodges. Mike Hodges; Mr. Ryncarson. Mike Ryncarson; Mr. VanDiver. Dirk VanDiver and Mr. Wissink. Curt Wissink. The voices of the televi­ sion newspeople were over dubbed by Julie Lester and Mike Rynearson. Students on the grew were second Cameraman. Ben Dickerson. Key Grip ( props). Nick Steel; Sound. Christopher Smith. Clap­ board Operator, Teddy Ro­ senberg; and Other Opera­ tors, Emily Daniels. Grace Daniels. Lindsay Hodges, Tracy Hodges, Jordan Schnike. Christine Scobey, Jon Scobey. Nathan Scobey, and Nic Scobey. The school bus in the movie was supplied by Matt Funk and driven by Jeff Shilthroat. The screenwriters were T. J. Dodge. Emily Daniels, Continued next page Caledonia Education Association Congratulates DENNIS ATKINSON & BOB BERGY on their re-election to the Caledonia Board of Education Chiropractic Care for the Whole Family Tanya M Seif D.C..F.I.C.P.A. Certified in Pediatrics and Prenatal Care • • • • • • Colic Ear Infections Nutritional Consulting Women’s Health Pregnancy Care Headaches Seif Chiropractic 9090 S. Rodgers Ct. Caledonia 891-8153 The TK Packers made it to Tennessee and back safety FREE I I Consultation and Exam worth 45.00 I Just present this coupon when you visit. OMer expirei a Ji 03 I I �Page 8/Tbe Sun and News. MtddteviHe MV June 24. 2003 Saturday school approved for middle school students Students who are behind in by Patricia Johns their homework will be noti­ Staff Writer fied in time to turn in miss­ Thom apple Kellogg Mid­ ing work before being re­ dle School Counselor Brian quired to attend Saturday Willshire discussed a pro­ posal for mandatory Satur­ school.” For those students who day school for middle are struggling, the three school reluctant learners at hours on Saturday will give the June 16 school board teachers an opportunity to meeting. really work one-on-one with Willshire said that the program targets students students. Willshire told the board who are failing or are not turning in their homework. that the program would be It will be held one Saturday evaluated and that he would return at the end of the first per month from 9 a.m. to year with results. noon. In other business, Super­ Students who do not at­ intendent Kevin Konarska tend will have out of school told the board about the suspension until they and their parents meet with Prin­ cipal Mike Spahr. Willshire explained that one teacher from each of the core areas will be assigned for Saturday school. “For some students we Caledonia United Methoexpect that this will be a wake up call and they will disl Church will have a summer hymn sing Sunday start turning homework in. five-year contract with the Kent Intermediate School District for special education busing He also reported that the drivers on the special education routes for Thor­ napple Kellogg students would be TK experienced drivers. The board authorized bid packages to be written for the phase 2 construction of the middle and high schools. It was reported that con­ struction seems to be going smoothly. The board also presented outgoing board member Dan Parker with their thanks, a plaque and cake. Caledonia Methodist planning hymn sing evening. June 29. at 6 p.m.. to which the public is invited. “Family.” the name of the group, will feature Faye Freeman on guitar and vocals and her daughter-inlaw, Barb Freeman, on key­ board and vocals. Their pre­ sentation will include gospel and sacred country/western music. Over the last 20 years of singing together, several family members have joined Faye and Barb in offering musical programs to various churches in the Grand Rapids area, retirement homes and at family celebra­ tions. One of their favorite places w here they have sung and played is the Sunshine Club, a program at Kent Community Hospital dedi­ cated to treating stroke patients. The Freeman fami­ ly has lived in the Caledonia community for many years. The church is located at 250 Vine Street, where Rev. Norman Kohns is pastor and Cy nthia Bristol is director of music ministries. A free-will offering will be taken to ben­ efit the expanding music program of the church. Refreshments will be served following the hymn sing. One strange kickball game on the last day at TK Middle School TK students, continued from page 7 Grace Daniels. Rebecca Denney. Amanda French, Mike Hodges. Cameron Kulhanek. Michelle Lenartz. Susan Lenartz. Kim Ni­ block, Katherine Rekis, Jor­ dan Schnike. Samuel Thaler. Matraca Tolan and Jessica VanRhee. Hodgessays the movie would not have been possi- Former Middleville woman on dean’s list at Huntington Jennifer Lee Herring of Huntington. Ind., formerly of Middleville, has been named to the dean's list at Huntington College for the spring term 2003. Herring is pursuing a master of arts degree in edu­ cational ministry. She is a graduate of Thor­ napple Kellogg High School and is the daughter of Cynthia and Dr. Chris Herring of Caledonia. Dean’s list honorees at Huntington must be classi­ fied as regular students, be enrolled full-time with a load of 12 hours or more in graded courses, and must achieve a semester grade point average of at least 3.5 on a four-point scale. Huntington College is comprehensive Christian college of the liberal arts of­ fering graduate and under­ graduate programs in more than 60 academic concentra­ tions. Founded in 1897 by the Church of the United Brethren in Christ, Hunting- Call 945-9554 anytime for Family Dentistry of Caledonia ble without the support of Beth Bauer. Jane Cordts, Matt Funk Sandy Ki I martin. Matthew Kulhanek. Susan Lenartz, Judy Olsen. Mike Rynearson, Jeff Schilthroat. Christine Scobey. Douglas & Cynthia Thaler. Donna Tolan. Dirk VanDiver. Di­ ana VanRhee. Brad Warren and Curt Wissink. Sun & News classified ads ton College is located on a contemporary, lakeside cam­ pus in Huntington, Ind. The last day of schoo found fifth-graders getting » great sendoff from theii teachers and fourth-graders Superintendent Kevin Kon arska said. "Page really gav the fifth-graders a grcai good-bye. There were lots o hugs and waves.” Eighth-graders walkec through a tunnel of their fel low students at the middle school They had a brief tim with their teachers and thcr amid hugs and handshake.* left the school for the Iasi time as a class. School resumes on Tues day. Aug. 26. for the 2003 04 school year. Traveling to Mars meant following a script — BARLOW LAKE65 ft. Deeded Access Five years old, 3 bedrooms (room for more), 3 baths, field stone fireplace wall, hickory kitchen cabinets, walk out family room lower level, lots of windows, two sliders to patio and lake view. 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This is the first time in the about 12 years history of the program that anyone from the Caledonia branch has won the grand prize. Eighteen branches partici­ pate in the reading club over the winter. Contestants must read ten books to receive a prize from their local li­ brary. To compete in the Kent district drawing, they must tels allow children to stay for free — or maybe this will just be ‘mom and dad time.’ 'I have a year to use it," said Harper. "I was very shocked. To tell you the truth. I didn't even pay a whole lot of attention to what the grand prize was. so it was fun.” Jane Heiss, head librarian of the Caledonia Branch of KDL. said she was excited that someone from their branch won the prize. ’We’re thrilled!” she said when handing over the cer­ tificate to Harper. For more information about the winter adult read­ ing club, the children’s Summertime Reading Club or any other happenings occuring at the local library, contact them at 647-3840. read five more books, all from different genres. Mys­ tery. science fichon/fantasy. historical romance, etc. are just a few of the genres to be chosen. Harper. 34, who is a stayat-home mom. received a certificate for two nights and three days at one of 62 ho­ tels across the country. She and her husband, Kraig. ar­ en’t sure just yet where they’re going but it’s been a lot of fun thinking about it. "Maybe Chicago or Or­ lando,” said Harper. "Travel is not included, so we’re try­ ing to combine it with some­ thing else we’re doing." As the certificate is for two, the Harper’s aren’t sure if their two kids, one of which attends Emmons Lake Elementary, will be joining them or not. Some of the ho­ Caledonia Resource Center offers seniors summer activities by Cathy Rueter Staff Writer rhe Caledonia Resource Center offers people over 55 years old things to do over the summer, from weekly card games to trips aplenty. The Prime Timers group will continue to meet throughout the summer, every Friday from 9 a.m. to noon. Their projects include lap robes for the veterans’ home, baby blankets for a local hospital, and a quilt that will be raffled at the an­ nual arts and crafts bazaar. No need for sewing skills to join this group. They need cutters and piecers and friendly attitudes just as The game of hand and foot will also be played throughout the summer on Wednesdays at 1 p.m. in room 1A at the CRC. Trips planned for the summer include a one-day trip to Cabela’s on Saturday, Sept. 20, and a six-day trip to Vermont. Other trips are coming up in the fall such as “An Alpine Holiday” in September of this year, the annual deer hunter’s widow shipping trip (this year’s trip is to Schaumberg, III., Woodfield Mall Saturday, Nov. 15) and a Caribbean cruise scheduled for Febru­ ary 2004. For more information about times, dates and schedules, call the Caledo­ nia Resource Center at 8918117. Or visit them at 330 Johnson, Caledonia (end of Main Street) during office hours Monday through Fri­ day, 7:30 a.m. to 4 p.m. much as quilters. No pre­ registration is required. The “Lunch Bunch” meets once a month at area restaurants. Car pooling is available by meeting at the Resource Center. Reserva­ tions arc required as well as to find out the time and place. The next meeting of the ‘Lunch Bunch' is Aug. 20. Anyone who enjoys play­ ing euchre can join the card­ playing group every Friday at 1 p.m. in room 1A of the CRC. No pre-registration is required and the cost is free. 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Phone: 269.795.7674 • Floral Shop 269-795-0239 ’ �Page 10/The Sun and News, MKldtevilte, MV June 24. 2003 From Our Readers Local Citizens Speak Out On Issues Proposed PUD doesn't meet criteria To the editor: I recently wrote a letter to the Yankee Springs Town­ ship Planning and Zoning Commission to comment on the proposed Planned Unit Development at Shaw Lake Road and North Norris Road. I have read through the land use plan of Yankee Springs Township and there are several places in it that indicate that the proposed PUD docs not conform to the land use plan. On page 4. under the sec­ tion titled “Population,” it reads: "Sprawling individual housing site developments along section roads is not a recommended development practice if the natural land­ scape is to be preserved be­ cause this method of devel­ opment interrupts the natural landscape and impacts the viewshed from the road­ way." On page 6 there is a list of 'Threats to Yankee Springs Township." The fifth threat listed is "scattered residen­ tial development." Also on page 6. under the heading "Goals and Objec­ tives," section A is Environ­ ment and Recreation. The first goal listed is to "Protect the natural environment in its present state for the use and enjoyment of future generations." One of the ways listed to accomplish this is “Leave scenic views and mature woodlands un­ blocked or uninterrupted..." Again under the heading " Goals and Objectives," sec­ tion B is Land Use and Community Character, DISH NETWORK VALUE PAK INCLUOES Sniders 269-795-5100 Or 616-891-9292 Serving West Michigan since 1983 COMMERCIAL • RESIDENTIAL . SATELLITE 1 OFF AIR SYSTEM The very first goal listed is to "Preserve the rural char­ acter of the township." I have a copy of Article IX of the zoning ordinance for Yankee Springs Townshipwhich deals with planned unit development. In the section titled Applica­ tion Procedure, item F states that the Planning Commis­ sion may require the appli­ cant to prepare and submit an Impact Assessment, which is done to show the effect and impact that the proposed PUD will have or may have on that pari of the township. In this case, the Planning Commission has not yet required an impact assessment. If it were to be performed. I believe that the proposed PUD would cause enough negative impact that it would be turned down. There are six different elements that an impact as­ sessment must address. Three of those elements that I believe the proposed PUD would have a negative im­ pact on are the character of the area, traffic and wildlife. • Character of the area — Right across the sireet from the proposed new drive that would enter onto North Nor­ ris Road there are three 15acre lots. Each lot has one house on it for a total of three houses on 45 acres. To all of a sudden plunk down 21 homes on 63 acres, right across the street, is inconsis­ tent with the current charac­ ter of the area. The character of the area as it is today was a huge fac­ tor that attracted my hus­ band and I to look for houses on North Norris Road. While we were house hunting, if we had seen an entrance to a subdivision a hundred feet down the road from our driveway, we probably would have contin­ ued looking around because East Town Homes we were specifically looking for acreage out in the coun­ try. not in the suburbs. If I wanted to fence off 15 acres and establish a small horse ranch in the middle of a sub­ division. there is no way I would be allowed to do that. I feel that the reverse also should not be allowed. • Traffic — On the stretch of North Norris Road be­ tween Shaw Lake and Ad­ ams Road. I believe there are currently 10 houses whose driveways enter onto North Norris. Adding 21 houses that would now have ingress and egress onto Nor­ ris could effectively triple the number of vehicles using Norris Road daily, at the very least would double it. • Wildlife — There are a lot of wildlife that roam all over that land. We see deer and turkeys Crossing Norris Road all the time- To all of a sudden snatch away 40 acres will certainly have a nega­ tive impact on them. When the Planning Com­ mission and Township Board evaluate an impact assessment, they consider five criteria. If the PUD does not comply with any one of the criteria, that is considered sufficient justifi­ cation to deny approval of the project. One of the crite­ ria asks: Will the project " represent a substantial im­ provement to the property in the vicinity and the commu­ nity as a whole?" I feet the proposed project will detract from the property in the vi­ cinity. In the section titled ‘‘Pub­ lic Hearing and Preliminary Approval Procedures,” item C lists five standards that the proposed PUD must meet to have the Planning Commis­ sion recommend to approve the PUD. There is at least one of the five standards that I feel the proposed PUD does not meet. Standard 94 states that "The PUD will not result in significant adverse effects upon nearby or adjacent lands, and will not change the essential character of the surrounding area." Building 21 homes on approximately 40 acres is completely in­ consistent with the essential character of the surrounding Irea. Carol Cranmore, Middleville To the editor: After discussions with our attorney. Bill Doherty, and after studying the zoning or­ dinances. master plan, state laws and the Township’s Guide to Planning & Zoning (which is in the township of­ fice), Tm beginning to be­ lieve the Yankee Springs Township Board’s prelimi­ nary approval of Jon Ray­ mond’s PUD is due to a mis­ understanding of the laws and the rural character of the non-lake areas of our town­ ship. Jon Raymond purchased the 83.7 acres he wishes to develop in 2002. He is enti­ tled to split the land in ac­ cordance with the Michigan Land Division Act/Subdivision Control Act of 1996. which took effect March 31, 1997, and the Yankee Springs Zoning Ordinances for Agricultural land use. He may split the 83.7-acre "par­ ent parcel" (defined as the parcel size on March 31, 1997, when the law took ef­ fect) as follows: Considering the entire parcel, he is permitted four splits for the first 10 acres he owns, plus one split for each additional 10 acres he owns in the same parcel. This adds seven splits to four, for a total of 11 splits over a 10-year period. If he maintains one parcel of at least 40 acres he is allowed a bonus of two additional splits, but we do not believe this is possible due to the shape of the property and lack of road frontage. Jon must also consider the threeacre minimum requirement as per the Yankee Springs Township ordinance for ag­ riculture zoned land. Jon split off four parcels shortly after he purchased the land last year and they are not a part of the PUD develop­ ment. The PUD develop­ ment is planned for the 67.3 remaining acres, but only seven splits are available in accordance with the Michi­ gan Land Division Act/Subdivision Control Act. The Yankee Springs ordi­ nance permits 21 additional splits of the 67.3-acre re­ maining parcel, as per the three-acre minimum lot size requirement and road front­ age requirement. This is why Jon submitted a "paral lei plan" in addition to the PUD. However. Jon cannot proceed with the parallel plan unless he plats the land, as per the state law. Platting is a time consuming and ex­ pensive endeavor, not just a simple process (like the PUD) that does not require township approval. A subdivision plat (the parallel plan) requires de­ tailed design plans that arc subject to formal review and approval by local and state regulatory agencies, includ­ ing: the Barry County Road Commission, County Drain Commission. Barry- Eaton District Health Department. Board of Public Utilities. Ml Department of Transporta­ tion and the State of Michi gan Treasurer and other state and local boards. The property must be fully im­ proved with roads and utili­ ties before the first lol is sold. This could take years. I do not know why the Planning and Zoning Com­ mission determined that the parallel plan was a "shoo-in" just because it was in com­ pliance with local ordi­ nances, unless the commis­ sion did not understand the laws and procedures. Most certainly the "professional Continued next page taKiilta * L Af ' Shirts & More 101 L Ma“ St( Miidlevile, Ml 49))) W«d -h I2;W4 Soria.) ClnMdTor&SM 269-7954)222 Debbie Blough, Owner "Quality Gifts at affordable price: Some things are meant to be a certain way... Like insurance from Pioneer State Mutual • Comprehensive coverage for homes and vehicles • Discounts for insuring both your home and car. • Quick claims response and sound advice. It s the way insurance should be. STAUFFER & WIGGERS INSURANCE AGENCY 612 E Mam St • Caledonia. Ml 49316 616 891 9294 616-299-6790 • 616-878-4300 ext 207 Mo4yl2:MM Gifu for everyone and all occasions, including NASCAR, John Deere, Coca Cola as well as T-shirts, Sweatshirts etc. Middlevilles Newest Townhouse Community Why rent when you can OWN? PUD project must pay attention to rural character �The Sun and News. Middleville. Ml June 24. 2003. Page 11 Caledonia teacher earns national honor by Cathy Rueter Staff Writer Diane Fortuna of Alto re­ turned from Orlando, Fla., not long ago, but she wasn't there to see that famous mouse or other tourist at­ tractions. She was there to receive recognition. Fortuna, reading specialist and coordinator for the read­ ing program at Kettle Lake Elementary, is the 2003 re­ cipient of the Eleanor M Johnson Award, given to her through the International Reading Association. Her award also is included in the publication Reading Today Diane Blain, a fellow KL teacher (third grade), said the award recognizes a cur­ rent outstanding elementary classroom teacher of reading/languagc arts. It was es­ tablished in honor of Elea­ nor M. Johnson, founder and editor-in-chief of Weekly Reader. The award carries a $1,000 prize supported by a grant from the Weekly Reader Corporation. Fortuna, 54. is the mother of four children, all gradu­ ates of Caledonia High School. Craig lives in Trav­ erse City. Brad and his wife, Jenny, live in Kentwood with Tjx,, who’s 6 years old, and they are expecting an­ other child in December. Then there’s Liz. who just graduated from Michigan State University and is on her way to physical therapy school at Central Michigan University. Son Joel will graduate from MSU in De­ cember. When not at school she enjoys reading, traveling and playing with her grand­ daughter. Fortuna has been with the district for 16 years, all at Kettle Lake. She taught sec­ ond and third grade before taking over the position in the reading room. She has a master’s degree in reading, which is her first love. 'When this job opened up (in the reading room) it was a dream come true." said Fortuna. "I love my job. I love what I do. servicing kids that need a little extra reading help." The reading room also handles the HOTS (Higher Order Thinking Skills) pro­ gram for fourth- and fifth­ graders at Kettle Lake. It’s a program that’s designed to use computers as a hook. According to Fortuna, the software for HOTS is entic­ ing to students. "Some of the kids go home and tell their parents ‘we don’t read in here." she said with a smile. "It cracks me up because that’s all they Diane Fortuna (front, left) at the awards cere­ mony in Orlando in May. The award honors Elea­ nor M Johnson, founder and editor-in-chief of the Weekly Reader school magazine. (Photo pro­ vided by Diane Blain). Welcome to our Sales Staff..* GREG SEIF Greg is a recent graduate of Northwood University. Graduating with a Marketing Degree. From previous page planner," Ken Dcttloff, should have been aware of these laws and procedures and represented our town­ ship professionally, but all Mr. Dcttloff offered were his opinions and not the facts that we have discov­ ered ourselves. I wonder what we arc paying for these intelligent opinions. I truly believe that the commission, out of ignorance, felt that the parallel plan could pro­ ceed without further in­ volvement on their part; in their eyes the PUD was the better choice. You may have felt that the PUD would al­ low some township control over the development, and provide a token of "open space." In reality, the paral- lei plan would have been the more stringent development and probably would NOT have yielded as many lots. It is true that the most economical options for Jon are the PUD or site condo­ minium. unless he chooses to plat the land or wait 10 more years. The laws are here to protect our homes, investments and community. The purpose of a PUD is to permit a development in an area of strict zoning ordi­ nances, in order to benefit the surrounding community, not the developer. An exam­ ple would be to provide housing for new industry or factory locating into a de­ pressed area. This PUD has no benefit to our area or to Quality Family Eye Care Since 1929 Bard Bloom, O.D. Scott Bloom, O.D. OPTOMETRISTS 2 Locations Hastings Wayland 1510 N. Broadway 945-2192 216 N. Main 792-0520 MOST INSURANCE ACCEPTED us. This PUD only benefits Jon Raymond, a non-voter and non-resident in our community. In conclusion, we feel that the commission should not give Jon Raymond's PUD fi­ nal approval as presented, but instead accept a PUD with a maximum of eleven 5-acre (or larger) sites. This 11, plus the four (less than 5-acre) parcels already split would allow four more sites than permitted by the Subdi­ vision Control Act of 1996. If Jon agrees and develops as per this plan, we will not force impact studies or legal actions and will welcome our new neighbors. Jon purchased this 87.3 acre parcel to develop and profit, as is his right. But he must develop the property within the guidelines of the Land Division Act/Subdivision Control Act and town­ ship zoning ordinance. Jon must develop the property in accordance with the zoning criteria, which includes maintaining the rural charac­ ter of the surrounding land. Warren Wheeler, Yankee Springs 'Family Dentistry" of Caledonia Welcoming New Patients fty (J zW/Bp Dr Gary Scott, D.D.S. 9958 Cherry Valley Ave. SE Caledonia (616) 891-0004 NJ \/^ Fax (616) 891-5170 K/ * \ A5**L1S a^>oul our new office We accept Mastercard, Visa & Discover do." The reading room caters to first- through fifth-graders needing smaller group stud­ ies. The fourth-graders learn strategies with the HOTS program while fifth grade students learn to. take notes, organize materials and prac­ tice outlining. Superintendent Doug Busman, fellow teachers Blain and Tammy Rowley and Kettle Lake Principal Chris Warren submitted let­ ters of recommendation on behalf of Fortuna for the award. "Caledonia is a wonderful place to work. Kettle tjikc is like my home," said For­ tuna. Diane Fortuna of Alto is the recipient of the Elea­ nor M Johnson Award in recognition as a current outstanding elementary classroom teacher of reading/language arts. Please come in and meet with Greg about your next new or used car purchase. Bill Seif Chevrolet Buick wins 'draperies FumiUiri fine furn 620 Tanner Lake Road • Hastings, Ml 49058 616-945-4177 • 1-888-99-SHADE rroducts on Sale NOW! Mini Blinds Honeycomb Shades 80% Off 70% Off Faux Wood Blinds 70% Off oZZXfta & Silhouette Nankucket Shades Shades 40% Off 50% Off Get a extra 10°/o OFF For 8 Or More Windows �Page 12/The Sun and News. Middleville. MVJune 24 2003 Summer reading club kicked off in Caledonia by Cathy Rueter Staff Writer Wall-to-wall kids greeted magician Renee Hudson at the Caledonia Township Of­ fices June 19. Hudson was the starring attraction for the kickoff of the children’s summer read­ ing program. Hudson's magic is mixed with gags and giggles, leav­ ing both children and par­ ents laughing and wanting more. She hooks her fans with audience participation, from the broken wand trick to catching her juggling balls. Hudson was just one of the many attractions for families this summer during the reading program. Still to come (all programs are planned for Thursdays, start­ ing at 1030 am). • June 26 - Teresa and Sem (high-energy acrobat­ ics. juggling, comedy, etc.). • July 3 - Doggone silly crafts, dog-themed crafts, all ages. • July 10 - Junk Yard Art. make a light switch by using small tossed away items, for ages 11 and up. We Have a Colorful Solution... Whether your printing needs are complex color brochures or simple black Magician Renee Hud­ son kicked off the kids summer reading program for the Caledonia Branch of the KDL. Here she shows an alternative way to juggle. and white forms, let J-ad Graphics design, print and deliver quality printed materials you'll be proud of. Complete design, printing and bindery facilities in-house to handle all of your printing needs no matter how large or small. Call one of our Printing Specialists today! Publishers of: • Hastings Banner •Hastings Reminder •Sun & News •Lakewood News •Maple Valley News •Marshall Community Advisor •Battle Creek Shopper • Weekender •Marshall Chronicle To contact one of our Printing Specialists Call: Phone (269) 945-9554 Fax (269) 945-5192 Wall-to-wall kids greeted Renee Hudson at the kick off to the Caledonia Branch’s KDL Summer Reading Program The kids watched carefully to see if she dropped something - sometimes yes, sometimes no. Was it on purpose? • July 17 - Deconstruct your jeans, for ages 11 and up, a pair of jeans is re­ quired. • July 24 - Flying Aces Professional Frisbee Team, all ages. • July 31 - KDL Puppet Show, KDL puppeteers of­ fer an original production, all ages. The Party in the Park will be Thursday, July 10, from noon to 2 p.m. The party is held at the Fifth Third Park, 4500 West River Drive NE in Comstock Park All of these Caledonia branch presentations and programs require registra­ tion; all except 'Junkyard Art" and “Deconstruct Your Jeans” (which will be at the library itself) arc being held at the Caledonia Township Hall. For more information about these or other Caledo­ nia Branch-KDL programs, call the library at 647-3840. Call 945-9554 to place jour Sun 4 Hews ACTION-Ad. �The Sun and News. Middleville. Ml/June 24, 2003/Page 13 Virginia M. Williams Carolyn Sue Tossava ALTO - Carolyn Sue Tossava, age 57, of Alto. Michigan died Fridas. June 20. 2003 at Spectrum Health Blodgett Campus in Grand Rapids. Mrs. Tossava was bom on March 2, 1946 in Bruce. Wisconsin, the daughter of Arthur and Mabie (Quigley ) Wilson. She moved to the Hastings area in 1953 from Alabama and attended Hastings schools, graduat­ ing in 1964 from Hastings High School. She was married to Albert E. “Butch” Tossava on April 18. 1964. She was employed as an office manager in Hastings for 25 years Carolyn was a devoted wile, mother and grand­ mother with a wonderful laugh and twinkle in her eye. She was a member of Grace Lutheran Church, Sarah Circle of the church, enjoyed reading, swimming, teaching children to swim, golfing and especially spending time with family and friends. Mrs Tossava is survived by her husband. Albert E “Butch"; son. Brian (Ken­ dra) Tossava of Hastings; daughter, Pam (Brian) Eng­ land of Middleville; three grandchildren. Courtney and Brad England, Shane Tossava; mother. Mabie Quigley of Hastings; sisters, Connie (Rod) McMillian of Woodland. Ginger (Jack) Ixiubaugh of Hastings. Kathy (Rodger) Karrar of Hastings; Joanne (Mark) Keeler of Hastings, Patricia (Sam) McQuern of Hast­ ings; brother. Arthur “Jr." (Rita) Wilson of Hastings; mother-in-law, Doris Tos­ sava of Hastings; brothersin-law. Bob (Jan) Tossava of Hastings. David (Sue) Tossava of Hastings, Don Tossava of Hastings, and Pete (Connie) Tossava of Hastings; many aunts, uncles, nieces and nephews; and a host of special friends. Preceding her in death were her father. Arthur Wilson; step-father. Corlus “Quig” Quigley; and brother-in-law. Larry Tossava. Visitation will be Wednesday. June 25, from 2 to 4 and 6 to 8 p.m. at the Wren Funeral Home Services will be held at 11 a m Thursday. June 26. 2003 at Hastings Grace Lutheran Church with Rev. Dr. Michael J. Anton offici­ ating. Burial will be at Hastings Riverside Cemetery. Memorial contributions may be made to the American Heart Ass’n or American Diabetes Ass’n. Arrangements were made by Wren Funeral Home. Walter W. Chadwick Walter W. Chadwick, age 85. passed away Sunday. June 15. 2003. He was bom April 12, 1918. He is survived by his wife, Mary (Webster) Chad­ wick; his son. Christopher of Palm Bay, Florida; his daughters, Virginia (James) Chapman of Kentwood. Shirley of Texas; his step­ sons. James (Susan) Web­ ster. John (Barbarai Web­ ster. Richard (Kristie) Webster; and many grand­ children and great-grand­ children. Walter was a corporate pilot for Import Motors for 25 years. A Mass of Christian Burial was offered Thursday. June 19. 2003 at Most Holy Rosary Church, 314 E. Main St.. Middleville. Interment St. Mary s Cemetery. A Rosary Service was held at 9:30 a m. at the church. The family suggests memorial contributions be made to a charity of one’s choice. tycue a vnwidzcat t&at east ya cm fajzeucz... A gift to the Barry Community Foundation is used to help fund activ­ ities throughout the county in the i name of the person you designate, Ask your fun'eral director for more I information on the Barry Community I Foundation or call 945-0526. j MIDDLEVILLE Virginia M. Williams, age 80. of Middleville, passed away Thursday. June 19. 2003 at Thomapple Manor. Hastings. Mrs. Williams was bom on August 7. 1922 at Sand Lake. Michigan, the daugh­ ter of Fred and Iva (Hunter) Misner. She was raised in Sand luike and attended Sand Lake schools, graduat­ ing in 1940. She was married to James E Williams on March 19. 1943 at Cedar Springs. Michigan. With her husband James, they moved to Middleville, upon his return from World War II sen ice. She was first and fore­ most a mother, grandmother and great grandmother She will be remembered for her humor, generosity, wonderful cooking, inven­ tiveness and much more She adored her grandchi I dren and great grandchil­ dren. In recent years. Ginny had time to pursue her favorite interests. She loved sports, both as a participant and spectator, music, decorating and reading. She also taught herself German, her father's native language. She passed her interests along to her Cherry Valley children. We gathered to say good­ bye to our wonderful mother at Thornapple Manor on June 19. 2003. We are fortu­ nate that she was our moth­ er. She is survived by two sons. James E Williams of Middleville and John M (Mary Ann) Williams of Comstock Park; two daugh­ ters, Betty Jean Williams of Grand Haven and Joan (Roger) Urbanski of Wyoming; five grandchil­ dren and 12 great grandchil­ dren; two sisters. Rose Dailey of Rockford and Mary Roberts of Sand lake; one sister-in-law. Ceta Williams of Middleville; many nieces and nephews. She was preceded in death by her husband. James E Williams. A memorial sen ice was held Mondav.June 23. 2003 at the Beeler Funeral Chapel. Middleville Pastor Robert Gerke officiated. Interment at Ml. Hope Cemetery. Middleville. Memorial contributions may be made to Thomapple Manor or Barry Community Hospice. Arrangements by the Beeler Funeral Home. Middleville Greenhouse West Michi son’s Most Inspiring Retail Gardening Experience! Summer’s Here ... And Cherry Valley Greenhouse is celebrating! We’re throwing a party SATURDAY, JUNE 28 to show our appreciation for our loyal customers. • Fun for the whole family! • Ice Cream Wagon? Friendly, Knowledgeable Staff to help you with all your needs Children’s Play Area For your shopping convenience! Everything "The Garden House” THE FUN BEGINS AT NOON We’ll be serving you free food all afternoon —featuring Otto’s chicken —live music with Jessica Price and her band —art in the gardens —sidewalk sales 6900 N M37 Hwy Middleville Ml 49333 M37 Hwy, 2 miles south of Caledonia Hours: Mon - Fri 9-8, Sat. 9-6; Closed Sunday Association ooeezaei �Page 14/The Sun and News. MtodteviHe. MV June 24, 2003 Caledonia Twp. OKs expansion of utilities by Ruth Zachary Staff Writer The Caledonia Township Board decided Wednesday night to move ahead with sewer and water projects, in­ cluding a bond of $2.65 mil­ lion in a 4-3 vote. Three action items or resolutions were outlined for the board to act on: (1) A resolution to ac­ quire and construct public improvements to the dis­ posal system and water sup­ ply system and to publish a notice of intent to issue capi tol improvement bonds. The township would pro­ ceed with these projeds in the maximum amount of $2,65O,O(X). and would issue capitol improvement bonds. The township would levy special assessments on bene­ fited properties and impose rales on customers of the Caledonia Township sewage disposal system, and water supply system. (2) Bid recommendations were approved by the board. The construction bids re­ ceived May 21 for elements of the project arc expected to make the construction costs as low as possible. Timely conncdion of waler systems from the north to 92nd Street to coordinate with laying sewer is in­ cluded. Tentative award of the construction contract is subject to financing. A water main from 92nd Street to lCX)th Street con­ tained conditional bids on three of four components. The bids were to be held un­ til the township secures the money from the capital im­ provement bonds. (3) A resolution to ap­ prove the termination of a former agreement with part­ ners who backed the village water system and to pay a lump sum of $860,000 to these parties was also given board approval. This termi­ nates an ongoing township obligation. With an encumbrance of 5 percent compound inter­ est, the amount of the debt for the old water system mounted, the hook-up costs also inflated, and the system did not expand as rapidly as initially expeded. Now the township is buying out the partners at about 60 percent of the amount owed, though under a contract they would not have to pay the original investors back. Most feel this is the best and fairest thing the township can do. The interest causes the connection fee to go up every year. Attorney James White ex­ plained the project "consists of two pieces of sewer con­ struction, one of which pro­ vides sewer availability to the Lx pa rd Park develop­ ment at 76th Street and Cherry Valley, and the sec­ ond is to provide a parallel force main sewer line to transport waste water from the northwest sewer district down to the treatment plant. This addresses some capac­ ity needs with the existing pipe." The water construction is to conned the existing water system in the south with the new water system con­ structed in the north. This will increase the reliability of both water systems." The bond does not cover any construction of water main or sewer mam between 92nd Street and 100th Street. The final piece, is funding for a payment of about $170,000 to a group of prop­ erty owners in the original M-37 district which was specially assessed a higher amount for the force main that went up M-37. White said monthly sewer revenues are not pledged. Sewer rates at around $21 a unit per month is in part available for operation and maintenance of the system, an amount which should in­ clude some set aside for the reserves for replacement. He said this would not totally corred the situation, how­ ever. The time table for the util­ ity expansion would plan for a certain sequence of events. Before some steps can be done, a referendum notice must be published, which commences a 45-day period in which voters in assess­ ment districts may choose to circulate petitions requesting the matter be put to a vote in a special or general election. Public notice for land owners would require filing for a referendum and gather­ ing enough signatures by Aug. 8 to put the issue to a vote if there is resistance to the projects. If a petition was filed, there would be no project this year. White ex­ plained. If ail goes well, the con­ strudion could begin by Sept. 18. and would take 120 days. The Lepard Park portion of the project would include a special assessment contrad planned for by July 16, included in this current plan. Still to be contractually arranged are several smaller sub-projects to be paid for by several developers by July 16. These projects would provide a guaranteed source of payment for those portions of the expansion, including. T& M Partners. Oppenhuizen. Spring Valley and a construction contract for Garden Grove, not part of the financial arrange­ ments. The township is working with Tom Garbow on the Garden Grove project off 100th Street, while plans to sell Garden Grove to an­ other party are under way. Garbow has offered to in­ stall the pipe from 92nd Street to 100th. estimated at a value of $600,000. rather than making a cash pay­ ment. Trustee Wally Bujak said he could not support this part of the proposal because the future plan to connect utilities to the Garden Grove development south of 100th Street was not supported by the master plan, which had arisen because of litigation with the developers. He said he thought in the long term this would indicate the board wants to develop the southern portion of the township. Bujak said he was con­ cerned over "soft costs," which were beyond the ac­ tual infrastructure costs, for legal, engineering and con­ sultant expenses, which had not been sent out for bids, especially for engineering. In the creation of the northwest sewer district. Bu- Continued next page CALEDONIA TOWNSHIP BOARD MEETING Juns 18. 2003 Present: Harrison, Snyder, CardweX, Bravata, Bujak. Robert son and Stauffer Also Present Planner. Manager Zylstra. Deputy Clerk Palmer, Utilities Administrator Pierson. Fire Chief Bennett. Dutton Fire Chief Jansen and several citizens Supervisor Harnson called the regular Caledonia Township meet­ ing to order at 7:00 p.m Supervisor Harnson led the Pledge and Invocation CONSIDERATION OF THE AGENDA: Moved Bravata. second Snyder to add item 10C appoint­ ment to South Metro Fire Rescue Coalition Ayes All MOTION CAR­ RIED. Moved Harnson, second Snyder add item 100 - Hometown Hero Ayes: All MOTION CAR­ RIED. Moved Harrison, second Cardwell to change item 9D to A PUBLIC COMMENT: None CONSENT AGENDA: Remove the Treasurer's report and the approval to pay bills. Moved Bravata. second Snyder to approve the consent agenda minus the Treasurer s report and the approval to pay bills. Ayes: All. MOTION CARRIED. Discussion was held Moved Harnson. second Cardwell to approve the brils as presented. Ayes All MOTION CARRIED. Moved Snyder, second Bravata to approve the Treasurer's report. Ayes: All MOTION CAR­ RIED. INQUIRY OF CONFLICT OF INTEREST: Bujak discussed his concern with Bravata owning prop­ erty on M-37 and voting on the Utility items. Bravata had already discussed this issue with legal counsel, and rt was their determina­ tion that it is not a conflict REPORT FROM BOARD OFFI­ CERS AND STAFF: Harnson pre­ sented the FOIA report Zylstra introduced the new Zoning Administrator, Ed Rusbcus. CORRESPONDENCE: None ACTION ITEMS FROM JUNE 12TH UTILITIES WORKSHOP: Attorney Jim White discussed the action items. Moved Cardwell sec­ ond Bravata to adopt a resolution to acquire and construct capital improvements to the Caledonia Township sewage disposal system and the Caledonia Townsnip water supply s ystem and to pubtesh notice of intent to issue capital improve­ ment bonds. Bujak discussed hts concerns. Robertson Ascussed hts concerns Bravata tkscussed n<s thoughts Harnson dscussed n«s concerns. Stauffer dacussed tus thoughts Attorney Jm White dscussed the resolution in greater length Ro4 cal vote. Ayes Snyder Cardwei, Bravata. Stauffer Nay Harnson. Buja* and Robertson MOTION CARRIED. Attorn^ jtfn White discussed the resolution Moved Snyder second Stauffer to adopt a resolution to make cone* tionai award at constructor con­ tract Roil can vote Ayes aji MOTION CARRIED Attorney >m White discussed the resolution Bujan discussed the issue Robertson dbscussed the motion Moved Stauffer second Garde* to adopt a resolution to approve the termination agreement Ro* ca* vote Ayes aH MOTION CAR­ RIED 2ND READING STEKETEE A DENHARTIGH TO REZONE LAND FROM AGRICULTURE TO MEDIUM DENSITY MULTIPLE FAMILY: Zylstra commented Bujak commenttxl Moved Bujak. second Stauffer to adopt an ordinance to amend the Zoning Ordinance of the Township of Caledonia DenHartigh & Steketee R-3 Rezoning Roll call vote Ayes All MOTION CARRIED 2ND READING: STEKETEE TO REZONE LAND FROM PUD & AGRICULTURE TO GENERAL BUSINESS: Zylstra commented Harnson discussed his concerns with the rezoning Bujak discussed hts concerns Bravata discussed his concerns and would like to table this item Stauffer questioned what it would take to get the building into compliance Moved Robertson, second Bravata to table the item Ayes: All MOTION CARRIED. REVIEW OF ATTORNEY LET­ TER REGARDING BLACKSTONE CONSENT JUDGMENT AMEND­ MENT: Larry Cibulka of 6408 McCords discussed his concerns with the amendment. Mark Danamen discussed the PUD not changing. The four lots will still be in the PUD Kathy Cibulka of 6408 discussed her concerns ■ street names, the unpaved road, voiding the building and use permits Joe LeVault of Cathedral Ct. discussed the change of the home sizes Bujak discussed the confusion that has been raised. Harnson dis­ cussed his concerns. Moved Robertson, second Snyder to table the item. Ayes Harnson. Snyder. Bravata. Bujak, Robertson and Stauffer Nay Cardwell MOTION CARRIED RESOLUTION TO PLACE THE 2003 SUMMER SPECIAL ASSESSMENT DISTRICTS ON THE 2003 TAX ROLL: Moved Snyder, second Bravata to adopt a resolution to place the 2003 sum­ mer special assessment di st nets on the 2003 tax ro4 Roll can vote Ayes M MOTION CARRIED. GARDEN GROVE - PRO­ POSED CONSENT JUDGMENT AMENDMENT: Discussion was heW regarding trie Porter HMIs pro­ posed project. Tim AMspach. work­ ing with Porter Hilis discussed the plan Betsy Stefhngworth lives m one of the apartments identical to the ones being proposed LucSte Vanderknd requesting a vis* to her apartment to see how enjoyable 4 is and discussed the activities available in the building Dave Dtan president of Porter H«s also requested a visit to me apartments his concerns Robertson Oscussed his thoughts on the apartments Moved Cardwell, second Snyder io approve the proposed consent judgment Roil call vote Ayes All MOTION CARRIED APPOINTMENT TO SOUTH METRO FIRE RESCUE COALI­ TION: Robertson discussed mov­ ing forward Cardwell discussed the having a presentation at a dtf ferent time if the need is there Bujak discussed the issue Moved Harnson. second Bravata to alow Chief Bennett Io work on the South metro Fire Rescue Coalition and appoint Bdl Thornton to the South Metro Fire Rescue Committee Ayes AH MOTION CARRIED HOMETOWN HERO Moved Harrison, second Snyder to nomi­ nate Eva Engle as the Hometown Hero Ayes All MOTION CAR­ RIED. BOARD COMMENTS: Harri­ son discussed the Gerald R Ford 100th anniversary of aviation Read a letter from the Kent County Sheriff commending the Fire Department and their efforts in find­ ing a lost child He discussed a let­ ter that was received by citizens and board members regarding behavior at a work session Harnson apologized for his com­ ments harnson commented that he feels this is possibly a peisunal issue, however, n may have been inappropriate Robertson dis­ cussed using funds from one proj­ ect to fund another PUBLIC COMMENT (EXTEND­ ED): Chief Bennett thanked if* Board for their support June 28th the Fire Department will have a dunk tank tor the raising of funds for the airplane pull Don Mteseri of 7061 Cherry Valley Ave discussed his concerns regarding the library location Robert son discussed the library and ail of the effort put forth by the committee Kevin Buckman of 515 Lake St discussed Harnson s comments regarding the letter he discussed under board comments He also discussed tr* cemetery and the private drive Harnson apologized again He also dscussed the road Bill McNeiMy questioned the progress of the 4th of July Committee Bujak respond ed. ADJOURNED Moved Bravata, second Harnson to adjourn Ayes AX MOTION CARRIED Patnoa Snyder Caledonia Townsnip Clerk 06567867 Call to place your ad in the Sun & News! Phone 945-9554 or 1-800-870-7085. 24 Hours a Day -7 Days a Week Reach over 11,000 area homes! �The Sun and News. Middleville. Ml June 24. 2003.Page 15 the township the same way From previous page we are going to treat the people in the south ." jak said "because of the ur­ "We told those people, gency of getting the pipes in ’we're going to include your the ground... we allowed our propertv. and you're going to engineering firm. Wilcox pay for it." He said the pub­ and Associates to do the en­ lic hearing showed people gineering... without going didn't need the improve­ through the bidding process. ments, but the township sent It was my understanding... them a bill. that any future projects "We aren't doing that would go out for bidding." here. This is quite clever the He pointed out three bids way this has all been put to­ were needed on a fax ma­ gether. because part of this chine or for gravel for the isn't going to be voted on cemetery, and around until next time... It's a lack $400,000 worth of engineer­ of fairness. We have to treat ing costs were built into this everybody the same. Any­ proposal, with no bidding process. The pipes for infra­ one that benefits from the system ought to be asked to structure and construction participate in it." were put out for bids, but Robertson pointed out not engineering, when there business owners on the west were many capable engi­ side of M-37 that get the neering firms in the area. He benefit of public water, said he would not support which enhances the value of the resolution. their property, are not being Trustee Richard Robert­ asked to participate in the son also was opposed, and cost, which he said he mentioned the failure to ex­ thought was unfair. plain to the public what the At the earlier workshop. board was voting on. He Robertson had said the cur­ said the board was about to rent difficulties were due to "...let it sail right through, at being overly optimistic a disservice to the commu­ when building the past sys­ nity," when it involved bor­ tem, estimating more cus­ rowing more than $2 mil­ lion. "I think that's a dis­ tomers would connect to the system, who never material­ grace. " ized. He said earlier, "Quite He said he had talked honestly, I think there is a with Utilities Administrator Rich Pierson, and had tried credibility problem. He said although some 60 at other hastily called meet­ ings to put an effort into un­ people are connected to derstanding all the implica­ sewer, the same people tions. He said even at the re­ would not automatically connect to water, unless cent workshops "the infor­ their wells stop. Part of the mation was not current." revenues anticipated to He complained the board come for the future is based had not received the data un­ on these expected water til 6 p.m. that day, not hook-ups. enough time to make a re­ Robertson said "The sponsible decision for town­ whole package depends too ship residents, with little heavily on revenues dedi­ more than half an hour to cated to construction and come to a conclusion. debt service." "This is not the first time. He said the sewer force 1 am beginning to be of the main was really an improve­ opinion that there's almost a ment on the north west strategy." sewer system, and there was He said an earlier pro­ no money to pay for it with­ posal a few months before out financing it now. "The would have been much theory is we build more and worse, if the township had get more customers to pay borrowed a million dollars for old stuff." more. Robertson said during the He questioned also the " earlier utilities workshop, "I soft costs" related to the pro­ don't think we should keep ject. committing future hookups He said he would not sup­ for stuff we need now. port the resolution in part " These monies should be over the fairness issue. It is coming in so when it is simply not treating the peo­ needed, the cash is there." ple in the north west part of MICHIGAN DEPARTMENT OF ENVIRONMENTAL QUALITY PUBLIC NOTICE Date June 24. 2003 Permit No MI0004405 Bradford-White Corp The Michigan Department of Environmental Quality proposes to reissue a discharge permit to Bradford-White Corporation for the facility located at 200 Lafayette Street. Middleville. Michigan 49333 The applicant is engaged in a groundwater remediation The applicant discharges treated groundwater to the Thornapple River, in the NW1/4. SW1/4. Section 23. Town 4N, Range 10W Barry County The draft permit includes the following modifications to the previously issued permit. A decrease in the authorized flow as requested by the permittee Comments or objections to the draft permit received by July 24. 2003 will be considered in the final decision to issue the permit Persons desiring information regarding the draft permit procedures for commenting, or requesting a hearing, should contact Mike Brtonoo Surface Water Permrts Section Water Division. Department of Environmental Quality P0 Box 30273 Lansing. Michigan 48909. telephone 517-335-3303. e-mai brtondomdmichigan gov Copies of the pubic notice and draft permit may be obta>ned *va the Internet (httDj/www metwn oov.dec and on the left side of the screen dick on Water Surface Water and NPDES Permrts, then dick on ’Permits on Pubtoc Notice' when is under the Permrts banner) or at the Water Division Grand Rap»ds District 0*6ce located at Unit 10. 350 Ottawa N W.. Grand Rapids. Michigan 49503-2341 telephone: 616-356-0500 "We’re going to get into this vicious cycle of... build­ ing new construction to pay for old debt." Robertson said an esti­ mated S500.000 was needed to improve the sewer plant and "currently we have $58,000 in that fund. There s no way we are going to get this if we use future hookups to pay for old improve­ ments." He said using future hookups to pay for old im­ provements "commits us to these high hook-up fees. "One of the problems with our utilities, its not competitive... It costs $4,000 (plus) to hook up to water." Water hookups are ex­ pected on the west side of M-37, but owners there have said they can install wells for less than connecting to public water, Robertson said. "One choice is to go for­ ward with this, and the other is to not go forward, with a lot of problems of its own. Robertson said. "A lot of construction needs to occur. People are waiting for this. ’ Trustee Bill Bravata said "These decisions are exceed­ ingly difficult. We are pro­ jecting long into the future... big numbers..." Bravata said he had seen what has been happening since the sixties, until today, "and... in the next ten years, we re going to see quadruple what's happened in the last years. If we don't think this is necessary, we are sadly mistaken." He said he felt the advice of Pierson, with 20 years of experience, and that of Jim White since 1978, and with advice of the utilities com­ mittee, and he felt it was im­ portant to put confidence in their abilities. "I feel we truly need to move forward." Bravata pointed out, "We have a huge opportunity to­ day. We are experiencing in­ terest rates... at 40-year lows." He said if borrowing $2.6 million at 4.25 percent inter­ est today, this would mean a lower payment by users, and a lower total cost to citizens but if the board waits for six months, and the rate moves up to 5.25 percent, the addi­ tional interest cost moves the total cost up to $600,000 plus. "I'm not prepared to wait, because that needs to be taken into consideration, also. And I'm going to vote yes." Before the discussion, a potential conflict of interest for one board member was taken up. Trustee Bill Bra­ vata owns property on M-37 which would be included in the proposed sewer district. He said citizens had ques­ tioned this, and suggested he might benefit financially or be given a favorable dollar value from the improve­ ments. Bravata said he had con­ tacted Jim Brown, township legal counsel, who had told him if he were the only one to benefit, there would be a clear conflict of interest. Since he has only a small pan of many affected prop­ erties, a conflict of interest would not apply Supervisor Bryan Harri­ son said the issue of conflict of interest has to do with an ethical standard, and not a legal one. He said a declara­ tion of the situation was suf­ ficient. Harrison also voted against the proposal. He said he knew the township was going to grow. He said he felt the assessments to landowners in the northwest sewer district raised an issue of fairness. He said the counsel was excellent, but the numbers were based on growth projections, causing cash flow impacts, which raised critical questions. "Is growth going to pay for itself?" Harrison said, and added he thought it should. "We need new roads, new schools, new sewer pipes, and they should be paid for by new growth." He agreed that if growth occurred at the rate projected, it would pay for the construction. However if it did not, he expressed concern about fu­ ture maintenance and up­ keep of those systems. He said he supported the developments included in this project, but said, "as a steward of township fi­ nances, a blanket assessment is the safest way... and pro­ vides certainty." He said "Long after I'm out of here, we will still be paying these bonds." Harrison concluded, "If we don't have a guaranteed cash flow for the construc­ tion, let alone the mainte­ nance of it, I have concerns, and that hurts, but if the numbers don't pan out... it’s difficult to support." Trustee Larry Stauffer said he agreed with many of Bravata s points. He said the issue would keep coming back, and if he had a choice, he would support building the whole package. He said the estimated costs were conservative and would vote yes. Part of the plan hinges on amounts expected from de­ veloper contracts to help fi­ nance the complete project. If by July 16, the developer contracts are not in place, the township would not move ahead with those seg­ ments. One unknown aspect is a contract between the town­ ship for the Lepard project near 76th Street. If certain timelines cannot be guaran­ teed by the township, in or­ der to construct during this season, the owner is reluc­ tant to commit to the utili­ ties. The owner wants to be­ gin earlier than the Septem­ ber date. Robertson said the sewer project would start with the township being at $110,000 in the hole, and the water project was only a little bet­ ter. Quality work at competitive prices Senior Citizen Discounts Robertson objected to is­ sues with the construction contract with Garden Grove. He pointed out. "It's a pipe that goes from our plant to their development, "so the developer should pay for the entire cost of extending the sewer, as "they are the only beneficiary." He said the soft costs and debt service connected with the offer by Garbow to put in the pipe instead of m cash were still not being consid­ ered in that amount. Another concern is the ca­ pacity for the treatment plant to accommodate the number of future connec­ tions. unless the facility is upgraded Robertson said the new connections would increase the number of current cus­ tomers at 750. past the ca­ pacity of the plant and asked how much an upgrade to the plant would cost. Pierson explained about $500,000. Of the portion paid by current customers, a portion is set aside and des­ ignated for a waste water improvement fund, now at about $58,000. Written Labor Warranty Licensed and Insured RESIDENTIAL ROOFING SPECIALIST Tear-offs & Re-roofs ALL STAR ROOFING Call us for a free Professional Estimate _____ (616) H77-4253_______ NOTICE TO ELECTORS OF THE CHARTER TOWNSHIP OF CALEDONIA OF THE TOWNSHIP’S INTENT TO ISSUE CAPITAL IMPROVEMENT BONDS AND THE RIGHT OF REFERENDUM RELATING THERETO PLEASE TAKE NOTICE THAT THE CHARTER TOWNSHIP OF CALEDONIA intends to issue Bonds in a maximum amount which shall not exceed $2,650,000. PURPOSE The bonds shall be issued for the purpose of defraying all or part of the cost of the acquisition arxl construction of capital improvements to (a) the Caledonia Township Sewage Disposal System, including the construction of a forcemain from the intersection of 76th Street and M-37, along M-37 to the Sewage Treatment Facility located in the Village of Caledonia, the extension of sanitary sewer to service lands east of M-37 in the vicinity of 76th Street and Cherry Valley and related improve ments, appurtenances, easements and interests in land and the purchase of capacity in the existing M-37 Interceptor Sewer; and (b) the Caledonia Township Water Supply System, including the inter connection along M-37 between 76th Street and 84th Street of the existing South Township Water System and the Water System constructed to serve the northwest area of the Township and related improvements, appurtenances, easements and interests in land and the purchase of capacity m the existing South Township Water System. ESTIMATED PROJECT COST The total estimated cost of the proposed project is $2,650,374. MAXIMUM AMOUNT AND TERMS OF REPAYMENT The Bonds shall be issued in one or more series in a maximum aggregate amount not to exceed $2,650,000. shall mature serially with interest on the unpaid balance at a rate nut to exceed the max imum rate of interest allowed by law and shall be repaid over a term not to exceed the maximum term permitted by law The Bonds shall be issued pursuant to Act 34 of tne Public Acts of Michigan of 2001. as amended SOURCE OF PAYMENT AND SECURITY FOR THE BONDS The principal of and interest on the Bonds shall be payable as a budgeted expense of the Township Sewer Enterpnse Fund and Water Enterprise Fund from rates and charges to be levied by the Township on customers of the Caledonia Township Sewage Disposal system and the Caledonia Township Water Supply System and. m addition, from proceeds of special assessments levied on benefrtted properties The bonds shall be a general obligation of the Township secured by the Township's full faith and credit and limited tax pledge, within applicable statutory and constitutional tax limitations appUcaule to the Township THE TOWNSHIP WILL NOT HAVE THE AUTHORITY TO LEVY ADDITIONAL TAXES TO PAY THE PRINCIPAL OF AND INTEREST ON THE BONDS OVER PRESENTLY EXISTING TOWNSHIP MILLAGE LIMITS WITHOUT A FURTHER VOTE OF TOWN­ SHIP ELECTORS RIGHT OF REFERENDUM THE BONDS WILL BE ISSUED WITHOUT A VOTE OF THE ELECTORS APPROVING THE BONDS UNLESS WITHIN 45 DAYS FROM THE DATE OF PUBLICATION OF THIS NOTICE OF intent’ A PETITION SIGNED BY NOT LESS THAN 10% OF THE REGISTERED ELECTORS RESIDING WITHIN THE OMITS OF THE CHARTER TOWNSHIP OF CALEDONIA, SHALL BE FILED WITH THE TOWNSHIP BOARD REQUESTING A REFERENDUM UPON THE QUESTION OF THE ISSUANCE OF THE BONDS IF PETITIONS ARE SO FILED THE BONDS SHALL NOT BE ISSUED UNTIL APPROVED BY THE VOTE OF A MAJORITY OF THE ELECTORS OF THE TOWNSHIP QUALIFIED TO VOTE AND VOTING ON THE QUESTION OF ISSUING THE BONDS AT A GENERA. OR SPECIAL ELECTION The Notice ts pubtahed pursuant Io the requirements of Section 517 of Act 34 of the Public Acts of Mbcrsgan of 2001 as amended, and was approved by the Township Board of the Charter Township of Caledonia on June 18, 2003 Patricia Snyder, Township Clerk Charter Township of Caledonia 0SM7S2S �Page 16/The Sun and News. Middleville, ML June 24, 2003 Kay D's development returned to planners by Patricia Johns Staff Writer Residents of the Norris and Bender roads area ex­ pressed concerns to the Yan­ kee Springs Township Board June 12 about pre­ liminary plans for the Starr View Estates development planned by Kay D Develop­ ment. The residents said they feared the plans were ap­ proved without a clear list­ ing of reasons for the Plan­ ning Commission’s decision to send this proposed planned unit development to the board for action. Follow­ ing discussion, the board de­ cided to send the prelimi- Call 945-9554 to place your Sun & News ACTION ad. nary plan back to the Yan­ kee Springs Planning com­ mission. So on the following Thursday. June 19, Planning Commission members re­ cessed their meeting to tour the property before discuss­ ing the five criteria they use to approve requests for planned unit developments ( PUDs) Ward Wheeler, who rep­ resented the neighbors on the tour, later in the evening was escorted from the meet­ ing by the township consta­ ble when he continued to in­ terrupt the proceedings. While the commission did not allow public comment on this issue before review­ ing the criteria, members tried to make their opinions very clear. Chairman Rich­ ard Beukema noted that resi­ dents were able to discuss this issue before at three separate public hearings. The five standards are of Mika Meyers Beckett I Jones Providing a full range of legal services to the Caledonia area for over 50 years. benefit to users and commu­ nity. not causing a burden on infrastructure or environ­ ment. compatibility with the master plan, whether the de­ velopment will change the essential character of the community, and preserva­ tion of natural features. While there was some discussion of the meaning of the word “essential" and whether this was the best plan for the land, the five criteria were approved. The the health department about Township Board meeting to hooking up to the existing ask for the township’s ap­ proval of a resolution sup­ sewer and water systems. William and Spring porting the program. Snider received permission A public hearing on a re­ to stay in their home while quest from Nextel to con­ their new home is built on struct a new communica­ Bnggs Road. Once the new tions tower was tabled to al­ home is finished, the exist­ low the company to get ap­ ing home will become an proval of its height variance additional garage. at the July Zoning Board of Dennis Pennington dis­ Appeals meeting. cussed the county’s farm There was a general dis­ land preservation program. cussion on the best way to He will attend the July encourage allocating by the cellular and wireless compa­ nies in the area. preliminary plan for this 21home development with 30 percent open space goes back to the board for action at its next meeting, sched­ uled for July 10. In other business, the commission tabled a request by Aileen Bonnell to live in a travel trailer while work­ ing on rebuilding her home, which had been full of black mold before the rebuilding process began. Bonnell is to speak with her plumber and Humane Society warns that summer heat can kill Heat can be beneficial by providing us with comfort from cold and protecting us from harmful germs, enabling us to cook the food we eat Heat can also kill animal and human life. In the September 2002 Animal People, the Centers of Disease Control and Prevention in Georgia reported that on July 3 at least 78 children died in accidents associated with Pl Bl ISHFR’S NOTICE: parked cars during the years 2000 and 2001, more than 1/3 of whom died of heat trauma. The CDCP data indicates that animal advocates are doing a much more effective job of communicating the risk of leaving pets alone in cars than child protection agencies are accomplishing in reading parents. The dangers to either ani­ mals or small children are the same: Heat trauma is the most common cause of death or injury - followed by: accidents when a child or animal escapes from a vehi­ cle and cases of kidnapping or pet theft. 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As a four year starter she earned nu­ merous awards and honors such as being named a 2002 Team Co-Captain and a member of the 2002 GLIAC All-Defensive Team. She is a 1998 graduate of Thornapplc Kellogg where she played basketball, as well as volleyball and softball. Doyle won the 2001/2002 Christian Comito Award, the 2002 Bud Cooper Outstand­ ing Student-Athlete Award, and was a member of the GLIAC All-Academic Team all four years. In her senior season, she helped lead her team to the GLIAC championship. Doyle was also a member of LSSU’s student Athletic Jennifer Doyle in action for Lake Superior State Uni­ Advisory Committee from 1998 to 2002, and served as versity. president of the committee during her 2001/2002 school year. See us for color copies, one-hour photo She graduated from LSSU processing and all your printing needs. with a bachelor’s degree in the social studies field and secondary education. She 1351 N. 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The owner of Green Grass, he is in the business of eradicating these annoying insects that can cause itching, swelling, some allergic reactions and now are carrying the West Nile virus. Smith has been in busi­ ness for one year on his own, but he has five years prior experience. It seems that wherever he sprays, bugs die. "We tested (the mosquito spray) last year before a ( graduation) open house,” he said. “It worked great’ There were no mosquitoes, flies, no pesky bugs. It’s amazing what this stuff does. Driver Education Vehicles We support our young drivers! Support us by purchasing one of these great vehicles! “Anywhere a mosquito lands, where (the mist) has been sprayed, the mosqui­ toes will die. It lasts for two to four weeks, depending on weather conditions. Summci has good conditions (less rain). At least with our expe­ rience. there are signifi­ cantly less bugs for an entire month." Green Grass also applies fertilizer, weed control, wasp and hornet spray. The wasp and hornet spray is part of a perimeter pest con­ trol. "The spray around the house will kill any bug (hat crawls in or out," said Smith. The wasp/hornet spray is sprayed right on the nests. "It’s not like regular wasp/hornet sprays. (Once it’s sprayed on a nest) any time a wasp or hornet (tries) to rebuild it will kill them for two to four weeks." But are the products safe? "It’s fairly new," Smith ex­ plained. "It’s real effective on the bugs. It’s safe for hu- mans and pets. It's labeled for use around food process­ ing plants. It’s very similar to products that farmers use on fields, so it can be used on a lot of vegetation,“ According to Smith, cli­ ents must stay off the grass until the spray is dry. "Wait­ ing an hour would be plenty,” he said. The EPA approved spray must be kept away from wa­ ter. but Smith is confident that with his equipment he can spray in very exacting locations. The product is an adulticide, not a preventa­ tive larvactdc. lite perimeter pest control spraying costs a standard $39.Thc cost for mosquito spraying averages between $30 and $75. No more swatting, zap­ ping, itching or getting sick. For those wishing to check into Smith's Green Grass to eradicate those annoying lit­ tle insects, thereby possibly keeping family members safe can contact him at HH90514. Thornapple Trail group will meet June 26 The Thornapple Trail As­ sociation’s next meeting is scheduled for 7 p.m. Thurs­ day, June 26, al Whispering Waters Campground on Irving Road. The agenda will include work on a new brochure, up­ coming events and projects on the Paul Henry Trail. Membership in the Thor­ napple Trail Association is open to everyone who walks, cycles or skates along the trail. In-line skaters who would like to volunteer to help keep the trail clear arc encouraged to attend this meeting. information about the Paul Henry Trail and the Thornapple Trail Associa­ tion is now available on line at thornapplctrail.com or at thomapplctrail.org. Information on the web­ site includes a map, the his­ tory of the trail, a member­ ship application and trail ac­ tivities. There are inks to other bicycling trails and or­ ganizations in Michigan �The Sun and News. MkJdteviHe, Ml/June 24. 2003/Page 19 Pro decorators* favorite tricks offered (NAPS)—Like most pro­ fessionals, intenor design­ ers have favorite techniques they adapt to a variety of sit­ uations. Here are some tned and true decorating tricks for every area of a room “Always put color on the ceiling," says D D. Mc­ Clendon of Brava Designs Studio, Oak Park. Ill. “Choose subtly patterned wallpaper or pale-tinted paint that relates to the col­ ors on the walls. 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RELLE CENTFR.OH TMF.159.2.C J Vcrbrugge. GRAND RAPIDS.MI TMF.159.2.Jodi A Vcrbrugge. GRAND RAPIDS.MI Tnadem-Mate TMM.335 6jeff Bubba Stevem. WORTHINGTON.OH TMM.335 M'laudio Vacas. BLOOMFIEU) HILLS.MI TMM.289 4.William F Ingraham. SCITUATE. MA TMM.289 4,Edward M Kross FRAMINGHAM,MA TMM, 107.3,Thomas I Black. CLEVELAND,OH TMM. 107.3,Joseph Middleton. CLEVELAND,OH 9175 Cherry Valley Mon.-Thurs. 11 a.m.-6:30 p.m.; Fri. & Sat. 11 a.m.-9 p.m.; Sun. 11 a.m.-2:30 p.m. (616) 891-2928 SUMMER JOBS Packers of quality frozen vegetables General Labor ALL JOB SEEKERS Retirees, housewives and teens If you need extra $$$ Days and nights available NEED FOR JULY, AUGUST & SEPTEMBER Call 616-374-8837 ... for additional information Apply Monday thru Friday 8am to 4 p m TWIN CITY FOODS 1315 SHERMAN ST, LAKE ODESSA, MI E.O.E �The Sun and News M»ddleville. Ml June 24. 2003/Page 23 Retired women more likely to be on Medicare than men For more women 65 and older, the retirement years are anything but golden. Upon retirement, many women find themselves staring into a demographic ditch of low incomes and high health care costs com­ pared to men. As part of the debate over Medicare reform we need to focus on how important a prescrip­ tion drug plan is to women. A few basic numbers show why: • Women aged 65 or oidre make up 57 percent of all Medicare beneficiar­ ies. Of senior* 85 and older, women make up 72 percent of the beneficiarie». • The average lifespan for women is 79 vs. 74 for men. This means older women are more hkely to be widowed. According to the U.S. Census, 32 percent of women 55 or older were widowed, compared to just 9 percent of men. • The average annual meme for women in Med­ icare is $15.00 vs. $29,2(M) for men. • Women are also twice as likely as men to have annual incomes below $I().(XM). • There is a persistent gap between the earnings of men and woen that con- tributes to lower pensions and Social Security pay­ ments for women, as well as reduced savings for retirement. According to the U.S. Census, the medi­ an. annual income for women working full time remains 74 percent that of men - $27,355 for women vs. $37,399 for men. • About 70 percent of all women suffer from two or more chronic conditions like arthritis, hypertension or heart disease. • Women taking the five most commonly presenbed prescription drugs could have out-of-pocket expens­ es of more than $2,650 per year. • Although some women have prescription drug cov­ erage through employersponsored plans. Medicare HMOs, Medicaid or Medicap insurance; more than 25 percent of the women in Medicare - 6 million wo­ men - have no drug cover­ age. • Women with no cover­ age can find tht 43 percent of their meager incomes are spent al their local pharamey. • Numbers compiled by The Henry J. Kaiser Foundation, Women and Medicare, July 2001, unless otherwise noted. Antiques Business Senices ALLEGAN ANTIQUE MARKET: SUNDAY, JUNE 29TH. 400 EXHIBITORS, SHOW IS RAIN OR SHINE. SEVEN BLDGS PLUS OUTSIDE CANO­ PIES. 7:30AM-4PM AT THE FAIRGROUNDS RIGHT IN ALLEGAN, ML $3 ADM. www.alleganantiques.com HOME STYLE CON­ STRUCTION: new con­ struction, remodeling, roof­ ing, siding, & decks. We do it all. Licensed 4c insured builder, Tom Beard. (616)795-4264 Automotive 1983 CHEVY 4X4 PICKUP WITH 3/4 TON AXLES WITH PLOW, ASKING $3,500 OBO. (269)945-4759 OR (616)299-2342 1985 4 DOOR PONTIAC: (►ood 2nd car or teens car, ots of new items on it, $500. (269)795-2663 after 6pm Business Senices USA TELECOM: vour rest dential inside wire & deck telephone repair company. 866-621-9884 REMODELING, NEW CONSTRUCTION, addi­ tions, decks, drywall repairs, licensed. Cali Rich at (616)868-1102. BLEAM EAVESTROLGHING Seamless gutter 50 Colors Free Estimates Since 1959, 269-945-0004 w ww. bieamea ves com COMPUTER SERVICES: For home St office Tune up, up grades, soft ware St sup­ port Emergency repair serv­ ice available Home spring special 90 min. $49.95. Flaschman St Associates (616)891-0297 ALL STAR ROOFING: resi dential roofing specialists. Tearoffs, reroofs Quality work at competitive prices. Written labor warranty, li­ censed St insured. Senior Citizen discounts. Call for a free professional estimate, (616)877-4253. barm NEW HORSE BOARDING FACILITIES: large box stalls with daily turn outs, arena St round pen $190 a month. Tnple F Ranch, (616)8686882 RIDING LESSONS: ages 5up. Western/English, in­ door/outdoor arenas, birth­ day parties, JS quarter hors­ es. Call (616)698-7791 or (616)868-6520 For Rent 2 BEDROOM MOBILE HOME $700 includes elec, gas, washer & dryer, new stove St ref. Rose (269)6238354 4220 NORMAN DRIVE, Grand Rapids. Roomy 2 bed­ room, no pets, $450 + heat, (616)698-9026 or 616-5542498.____________________ CALEDONIA VILLAGE: 314 W. Main. 2 bedroom, 1 bath, 1 stall garage, new car­ pet, $625 plus utilities, refer­ ences St deposit required. (616)891-7239____________ JOSH CLARK ROOFING, CONDO: furnished or un­ WINDOWS & SIDING: furnished 5691 Leisure Free estimates for new roofs, South, Kentwood. $675 plus re-roofs, tear-offs, windows maintenance fee. Available. & siding. We've done 500+ Call late evenings (616)698roofs in Barry 4c Kent Coun­ 9026, days (616)554-2498. ty. No subcontracting. 24hr FOR RENT: cottage on leak repair. (616)560-3305 Green Lake near Caledonia. DIG A TREE TRANS­ Single family only. Weekly PLANTING, LLC. 50' & or longer. No pets’ (616)37445" SPADE TRUCKS, REA­ 7465 or (616)891-1494 SONABLE RATES UP TO 5" IN DIAMETER. STATE HALL FOR RENT: Caledo­ nia Sportmans Club, newly INSPECTED & LICENSED renovated. For information NURSERY, COLORADO call (616)891-1168. BLUE & BLACK HILL SPRUCE 6 -12'. MOVE OR HOUSE FOR RENT: Cale SELL, YOURS OR OURS, donia schools, 4 bedroom, 1 ONE YEAR GUARANTEE. bath, great home, minutes (269)795-2232 from Grand Rapids, $1,050 a month plus deposit. Ready to move in. Call Bruce at (616)891-2928 or (616)8904717. Call 945-9554 to place your Sun & News ACTION-Ad! Reach over 11,000 area homes HOUSE FOR RENT Th< r nappie Kellogg schools, 3 bedroom, 2 baths, located on three country acres, S825 a month plus deposit Call Bruce at (616)891-2928 or (616)890-4717____________ THORN-BARRY APART­ MENTS: 525 Lincoln Street, Middleville 2 bedroom apartments starting at $575. Please call (269)795-3889 to schedule an appointment. Fortune For Sale (616)891-1388 9353 Cherry Valley Ave (M 37) Caledonia Village Centre M0? SAF BARN STUFFED FULL and spilling out in the yard sale20 families. Tools to toys, furniture, household, collec­ tibles. some antiques St baby stuff; 1953 7-1 / 2hp Evinrude w, manuals, 1993 Probe. All pneed to sell 8am-7pm Thursday St Fnday. 1/2 off Saturday 8am-2pm Caledo­ nia: 108th St Kalamazoo, fol­ low signs. Garage Sale MULTI FAMILY SALE: June 26th, 27th St 28th. 9am5pm The Meadows" Prai­ rie Dr. Off of 92nd between Vincent & Morse Lk. Rd Something for everyone. NEIGHBORHOOD SALE Greenwood St., Middleville. Friday St Saturday, June 27th & 28 th. 9am -5pm THORN APPLE HERITAGE ASSOCIATION TO HOLD ANNUAL YARD SALE The THA will be holding its annual yard sale June 26th, 27th, St 28th. Once again the setting will be the historic site of the Carveth House 614 W. Main St. in Middle­ ville, the home of one of our members, Dr. Eldon Newmyer. We will be happy to receive donations from the public. When the tent is put up, we will have a receptacle on site for donations or you can call (269)795-9414 or (269)795-7644 to arrange pick-up. Many of our mem­ bers will be on hand to talk to the public about our up­ coming events, share some history and even sign up new members to aid our quest of bringing a histoneal museum to the area The hours of operation will be from 9am-5pm on Thursday and Friday and from 9am12pm on Saturday. HVAC SERVICE top pav for experienced tech. Vehi­ cle, health. 401K. Fax resume to 616-452-6006 or apply in person. 8am-5pm Adex Heating 4c Air, 1435 Century Ave. SW Grand Rapids. Household NEW COLCH: less than lyr. old, custom designed, oversized floral love seat, both sides recline, $1,200 (269)948-7921 __________ lawn & Garden WATER GARDENING: Water Lilies 4c Lotus, Aquat ic plants. Goldfish St Koi, lin­ ers, pumps, filters Apol's Landscaping Co., 9340 Kala­ mazoo, Caledonia (616)6981030. Open Mon.-Fri.. 9am5:30pm; Sat., 9am-2pm Lost & F ound LOST: a gray Cockatiel. about the size of a Blue Jay, name is Grav, in Jasonville Farms in Caledonia. Will pav reward. Call Megan, (616)891-8563. National Ads BE YOUR OWN BOSS Control hours! Increase in­ come! Excellent $$$ Potential full training. Free info. Call or visit www.vista2success, or 1-888-764-5763 THURSDAY, FRIDAY SATURDAY, June 26th, 27th & 28th, 9am-5pm. Childrens toys, athletic equipment, clothing St furni­ ture, ages 8-teen. 7734 Creekwood, north of 68th St Alaska._________________ 2 FREE GARAGE SALE signs with your ad that runs in any of our papers. Get them at J-Ad Graphics, 1351 N. M-43 Hwy., Hastings. At the front counter. BARN/MOVING SALE: ta bles, chair, lamps, files, 2 trampolines, down riggers, furniture, collectibles, pot­ tery, jewelry and much more. 7950 Cherry Valley Avenue SE, Caledonia. June 26th, 27th St 28th, 9am-5pm. GARAGE SALE: Friday, 6/27, 9am-5pm St Saturday, 6/28, 9am-2pm. 132 Grand Rapids St., Middleville. GARAGE SALE furniture, clothes, variety of items in great condition. June 25th St 26th, 9am-6pm. 1919 100th St., Caledonia. MIDDLEVILLE: 942 Greenwood St Lots of misc. Thursday & Fnday, June 26th 4c 27th, 8am-4pm. MULTI FAMILY YARD SALE: Friday 4c Saturday, June 27th St 28th, 8am-5pm. 139 Grand Rapids St, Mid­ dleville. Help Wanted DRIVER: additional CDL B drivers needed. Looking for dependable customer service oriented person with chauf­ feurs, CDL-B, or CDL-A li­ cense. Good working envi­ ronment. (616)248-7729 TELEPHONE PROFESSIO­ NAL local transportation company seek> individual w'ith strong phone skills. Wage commensurate with experience part time/full time. Send resume to: HBI, P.O. Box 1991, Grand Rap­ ids, MI 49501 or email re­ sume to. Real Estate 0 DOWN: No income verifi­ cation mtgs, B 4c P Inc., (269)945-3447. ALL CASH NOW! For Land Contracts, full or partial. Residential or Commercial. FFR, (269)045-3447. ________ COUNTRY HOUSE Cale donia Schools, 3/1 Central H/A, redone 1 year ago 10395 Coldwater Ave. (road to Caledonia Sportsmen Cub) $750 month. $500 se curity. Lease, references. Call (352)429-2409 or email Den msHillaryifaol.com________ OWNER WILL FINANCE: several homes 4c areas. $2JOO down. $750 monthly. John. FFR (269)945-3447. Recreation 2001 YAMAHA YZ8O, $1,900. 2000 Kawasaki KXoO. $1,600. Low hours, kids want quads, call (26^)9459274 COME SEE OUR NEW MENU ITEMS! Plus, we’ve added new nightly specials! (from 5 pjn. to 8:30-9 p.m.) Monday is Burrito Night’ >ll*’-two burritos Tuesday is All-You-Can-Eat Snow Crab Clusters Wednesday is All-You-Can-Eat Fish and Thursday is All-You-Can-Eat Shrimp steamed in beer1 3-GENERATION GARAGE SALE Thursday St Friday, June 26th-27th, 8am-5pm. Take Keiser (1 block South of 68th & Whitneyville) to Houston to 8661 Acorn. 5 FAMILY SALE: June 2628, 2352 Rozell Drive, Mid­ dleville, (off State Road). Collectibles, Halloween cos­ tumes, wedding dress & misc. Pets LOOKING FOR a professio­ nal pet sitter? Call Pet-Daze Pet Sitting, (616)795-8PET. Bonded 4c insured. Middle Villa Inn I "Xir 891-1287 or 795-3640 • • • • • • ♦ • ♦ ♦ • ♦ • ♦ • ♦ ♦ ♦ ♦ ♦ ♦ • ♦ ♦ ♦ • • ♦ • My Town Publication Comes To Our Town MyTown is a welcomed addition to Barry County retailers and consumers. Many large I cities are currently circulating guides to the area restaurants. These guides are used to check out local menus as well as combine the take out menus collected for area restaurants. N ‘finite Design Solutions LLC, a local design 11+ ■ studio has published the first restaurant and take out guide, MyTown publication, for our town. Only July 1st, the summer guide can be found in your local paper as well as on the internet www.mywebtown.com. Many local restaurants have participated in this publica­ tion and many more to sign on by the winter 1 edition. Make sure to keep this guide as a ref- 1 l*N ercnce for dining out or ordering take out. 1 "Take out dining has become a fxst growing pan of the food industry, our concept was developed to help not only local restaurants market themselves but also create a useful ref­ erence guide for area consumers,” says Dean Hunt, co-founder of N-fmite Design Solutions, llie www.ntywebtown.com is not I I* only a guide for area restaurants but also for many area retailers and services. This web site has been developed to help consumers 1 1 1 ♦ * research any product or services they may need in our local areas. For more information * •B *|| *■ on the MyTown publications or any other N* marketing or design needs, contact Nfinite Design Solutions at (616) 8918589. «B �Page 24/The Sun and News, Mtddteviiie. MVJune 24. 2003 4A, ATPA offers free vehicle theft protection It’s free, harmless to your vehicle, easy, and quick, and could save you money and the frustration of being one of the more than 143 Michigan motorists whose vehicles are stolen each day. AAA Michigan, in part­ nership with the Michigan Auto Theft Prevention Authority (ATPA). is fight­ ing auto theft by offering vehicle window etching at the Auto Club's Battle Creek Branch. 778 W Columbia, on Thursday. June 26. Etching will take place from 10 am. to 5 p.m. (weather permitting). This community service is available to everyone. “Etching a vehicle’s glass is a low-cost, highly effective way to help keep Michigan’s auto theft rate going down.” stated Robert J Vogt, manager of AAA Michigan Claim Investigations. “This is the eighth year we’ve teamed up with the ATTA to offer etching, one of the most worthwhile community relations and theft preven­ tion programs we know." Last year nearly 2.200 cars were etched at AAA locations statewide, and more than 26.000 since the program began in 1995. Both AAA Michigan and law enforcement feel this program has had a signifi­ cant impact on the prob­ lem. According to the ATPA. etched vehicles are 29 percent less likely to be stolen. In 2001. the last full year for which figures are avail­ able. auto thefts in Michigan fell 2.9 percent, from 53.889 in 2000. to 52.310. It was the 13th drop in the last 15 years. Between 1986. when the ATPA became active, and 2001. Michigan thefts have dropped more than 27 per­ cent. At the same time, thefts nationally have nsen .2 percent. Protecting your vehicle is simple. A miniature copy of its identification number (or VIN) is permanently etched into the windshield, side windows and rear win­ dow. The process does not harm the w indow or detract from the vehicle’s appear­ i Annalaine’ JIesi^rant & Catering Plus NEW RESTAURANT Open for Breakfast & Lunch! MONDAY - FRIDAY • 8 A.M. - 2 P.M. HOMEMADE SOUPS Daily Lunch Specials Under *5.00 • Take Out Available Full Catering Service/Banquet Hall “Specializing in the little extras to make your occasion memorable ance. Stickers are also placed on each front side window, identifying the vehicle to would-be thieves that it has been protected. “Etching is designed to make it hard for chop-shop operators to sell the glass for use in other vehicles, and it means they must replace the identified glass before any etched vehicle can be resold illegally.” Vogt added Vehicle etching is offered only in dry weather and at temperatures above 50 degrees. Owners inter­ ested in this free service must bring their state vehi­ cle registration, which lists the VIN number. Along with etching, other steps motorists can take to prevent theft include: • Lock your car and take the key every time, even in your driveway or garage. Lock driveway gates. Park in well-lighted areas. Place packages out of sight. Leaving portable CD play­ ers. cellular phones and other expensive items in view invites theft. • Keep driver’s license, vehicle registration and any other identification with your address in your wallet or pursue, never in your car. Thieves use this infor­ mation to find your home. Never keep your title in your vehicle. • Install an approved anti-theft device, such as an alarm or kill-switch, which may qualify for a discount on the compre­ hensive portion of your auto insurance. For exam­ ple, AAA Michigan offers a 5 percent discount for etched vehicles and up to 10 percent for other anti­ theft devices. • Auto theft tipsters can earn rewards. Call H.E.A.T. (Help Eliminate Auto Theft) at (800) 242HEAT. Since its inception, the hotline has received more than 6.010 calls, resulting in the arrest and prosecution of 2.622 car thieves and the recovery of 3.204 stolen vehicles val­ ued at $37.6 million. The program has paid over $2.5 million to more than 1.600 tipsters. In addition. AAA Michigan is strongly com­ mitted to fighting auto theft fraud. Since 1984. when AAA Michigan's Claims Investigation Unit (CIU) was established, the com­ pany has successfully worked with law enforce­ ment and community groups to deter fraud and save policyholders millions of dollars. • Michigan ranked fourth nationally in total vehicle thefts in 2001. down from first place in 1984. • While thefts in many counties are down, num­ bers are up in others. The top five counties for vehi­ cle theft, based on 2001 figures, are: Wayne 31,349 (-4.6 percent); Oakland, 3683 (-8.6 percent); Genesee, 3.302 (-10.7 per­ cent); Macomb, 3.038 (*13.8 percent); and Kent, 1,359 (-9 percent). Calhoun County ranked 11 th with 541 vehicle thefts in 2001, up 2 percent. The record total for vehicle theft in Michigan was 78.(MX) in 1984. •The 10 most stolen cars in Michigan in 2001. according to ATTA records, include eight DaimlerChrysler products: I. Jeep Cherokee (2(MJ0); 2. Dodge Intrepid (2(XX)); 3. Dodge Stratus (2002); 4. Chrysler Sebring (2002); 5. Dodge Intrepid (1999); 6. Pontiac Grand Am (2002); 7. Dodge Neon (2001); 8. Plymouth Voyager (1994); 9. Dodge Stratus (2001); and 10. Chevrolet Caprice (1989). October is the busiest month for car thieves, and Monday is the day most thefts occur, says the ATPA. The most popular stolen car color is white. NOW BOOKING FOR 2004 Wedding Receptions • Corporate Parties Luncheons • Class Reunions, Etc KIDS DAY ON TUESDAYS (Starting 7/2/03) OFF If you booked Games • Balloons and more! for June - Buy one entree and receive second one March 1/2 OFF MONDAY SPECIAL Join on Sr. Group and receive 10% off every dav! 6555 Alden Nash • Alto SEATS UP TO 250 Located 8 miles east on 1-96 from the 28th Street Exit. Take exit 52 (Lowell/Alto) south two miles. 616-868-0388 Phone: Owner: Sharon Haney RATES LOW? YOU CAN DO BETTER! We offer an alternative with an effective annual yield of... Flexible Premium Deferred Annuity Interru compounded m-deferred Guaranteed noer to fail bekn» 3% Surrender charge* may apply fee early w>d»dr»*aj From Farm Bureau Life lawaacr Company of Michigan <LP 119I99S) High Interest and A Lifetime Retirement Income Call Today » FARM BUREAU WSURAHCE 1-800-443-5253 LYNN DENTON AGENCY 9410 Spring Creek Ct Mddtevu* Ml 49333 111 N Mar St NashvWe Mi 49073 ______ I � https://barrycountyhistoryportal.org/files/original/25/713/SunandNews_2003-07-01.pdf 770fdd44d95729d5603330acd1818035 PDF Text Text Yoi«r Hometown Newspaper Ser/ing Middleville ar.d Caledonia Areas 132nd year Middleville, Michigan 49333 No. 27/July 1, 2003 TAEF scholarship awards announced Chad Baragar Carolyn Ehmry by Patricia Johns education. She also received the Terrie Yoder Memorial Scholarship. The Adam Dipp Scholar­ ship was presented to Leanne Etter who will be at­ tending Grand Rapids Com­ munity College, majoring in mechanical engineering. The Thomas R. Hamilton Tennis Memorial Scholar­ ship was awarded to Kara Hutchens who will attend Grand Rapids Community College, majoring in nurs­ ing. The Thornapple Area En­ richment Foundation weath­ ered the economic downturn this year and members of the board said they arc excited about the many students able to receive TAEF ascholarships. Two traditional scholar­ ships were awarded this year. The first went to Chad Baragar, who will be attend­ ing Michigan State Univer­ sity, majoring in accounting. The second traditional scholarship went to Carolyn Ehmry who will be attend­ ing Gordon College in Wenham, Mass., majoring in for­ eign language and secondary The Millicent Grace Knox Teacher Scholarship was awarded to Maegan McKee. She will attend Western Michigan University, major­ Leanne Etter ing in elementary education. Rodney M. Schad Techni­ cal Arts Scholarship was awarded to Raymon Galle, who is attending the Univer­ sity of Michigan and major­ ing in engineering. The Jeffrey Lehman Me­ morial Scholarship was awarded to Kyle Fletke, who is majoring in health sci­ ences at Kalamazoo Col­ lege. The Travis Wenger Me­ morial Scholarship was awarded to Tyler Wenger, who is attending Michigan State University, majoring in crop and soil sciences with a specialization in turf grass management. Kyle Fletke Renewal scholarships were also awarded this spring. Kristen Weaver, who is attending Western Reserve University majoring in health and human services received a renewal of the J.K. Simpson Scholarship. Elizabeth Hillman, attend­ ing Gordon College in Wenham, Mass., and Rachel Holwerda, attending Ferris State University, majoring in mathematics education, also received renewal schol­ arships. Mom’s Scholarship in Memory of Virginia Hoover Harrison Root was awarded to Rachel Buist, who is fin­ ishing work at Aquinas Col- Kara Hutchens Tyler Wenger Maegan McKee Raymon Galle lege, majoring in language jects this year. Donations are accepted to this non-profit arts. The TAEF also has con­ foundation. tributed to community pro- Weather holds for most of Caledonia's Independence Day celebration by Cathy Rueter Staff Writer Despite wet weather the previous night and an earlier than usual calender, the Caledonia Independence Day Parade and celebration of fire trucks in memory took off as scheduled Satur­ were just some of the high­ day beneath clear blue skies lights of the procession. The weather didn’t re­ and large crowds. A giant corncob, miniature ponies main cooperative though. and one of the longest lines The party in the park, a tra- Local scouts show their Independence Day spirit during the parade. A few hopefuls hung around trusting that the rain would let up. Even they had to give up their optimism until around 3:30 pm when another downpour started. dition at Lakeside Park, after the parade wasn’t com­ pletely finished when the sky opened up with a barage of rain that didn’t seem like it was going to let up any­ time soon. A few hopefuls hung around until around 3:30, but even they ended packing up with more water on the way. The rains finally let up to beautiful skies once again for a spectacular display of fireworks that lasted close to a half-hour. More photos on page 20 In This Issue Middleville councilmay try to revive community garage sales in 2004 Garden Grove amendment allows more senior housing TK adopts budget of $23.5 million Fire Rescue Coalition to be researched by Caledonia Twp. �Page 2/The Sun and News, Middleville. Mi/Jufy 1, 2003 24 complete Barry County Fire School According to Barry County Central Dispatch re­ cords, fire calls are up 45.2 percent in Barry County. That means fire departments are thankful for new gradu­ ates of Barry County Fire School. Over the last 33 weeks 24 area firefighters completed the requirements to receive Firefighter I & II certifica­ tion by the state of Michi­ gan. “Many people think be­ cause we are not all full­ time departments that the re­ quirements are different.” said Rick Krouse, Barry County Fire School Instruc­ tor Coordinator and Assis­ tant Fire Chief for Hastings. “They aren’t. Our firefight­ ers have the same certifica­ tion as Detroit, Grand Rap­ ids or Kalamazoo. It takes a lot of work and dedication to be involved in firefighting.” MainStreet Savings Bank donated the use of their community room for the 166 hours of classroom time re­ quired. Those hours did not include the time required for OUTDOOR USED BOOK SALET~T. 2870 Jadurmth Avenue GREAT SELECTION OF USED BOOKS FOR ALL AGES. From hard covered to paperback. Fiction A; Non-fiction. Sponsored by o«Me»FRIENLJts OF TlIE CASCADE LIBRARY II HOIKS: 05515221 9175 Cherry Valley, Ste. K Caledonia. 891-2994 job sheets, workbook as­ signments or studying. “Everything I usually do has been on hold for the last seven months.”Ade Bierens of the Freeport Fire Depart­ ment said. “It took a lot of time to be prepared for class on Saturday.” The work the firefighters did paid off May 10 when they took the state written and practical test at the Hastings Fire Department. The day began with a 200question written test admin­ istered by Ron Thomet, re­ gional coordinator for the Fire Fighter Training Coun­ cil. By noon, as the tem­ peratures began to rise, the firefighters had donned all of their fire gear and the practical test had begun. At 12 different stations the soon-to-be-firefighters had to do such things as dress hydrants, simulate ventila­ tion techniques, don their SCBA’s in 75 seconds, and demonstrate the proper tech­ niques of tying knots. By five o’ clock that evening, the testing was over and the waiting began for the re­ sults. “This was an exceptional class,” Thomet said. “They were very attentive and will­ ing to leam. It really showed when the test scores came in. One hundred percent of the class passed the written Andy Carey and Tammy Van Belzen from Caledonia Fire Department prepare to show their Proctor, Captain Jerry Barton of Freeport Fire the proper techniques of search and rescue. exam with one of the highest class averages in the state. This is a great reflection on the students and instructor coordinator Rick Krouse.” According to Woodland Fire Chief Tom Clark, “with the emphasis Rick placed on reading the book and cbmpleting the job worksheets, my firemen are ready to go to work the minute the tones drop.” Those attending the class included: Scott Siler, Tammy VanBelzen, Jamie Robards, Andy Carey and Bill Wilson from Caledonia Fire; Bill Rentz of Hastings Fire; Jerry Niles, Roger Lam. and Ryan Young from Thornapple Township Emergency Services; Brett Miller, Joe Everett and Jon Kilbourn from Bedford Fire; Orlando Delao and Brian Ballard of Hopkins Fire; Ben Teachworth and Jon Lehman from Woodland Fire; Theresa Vandenberg of Hickory Corners Fire; Jeff Van Overloop of Pine lutke Fire; and Ade Bierens and Lani Forbes from Freeport Fire. “This was a great class and a great group of people to work with.” Krouse said. “It made teaching easy." Those interested in becom­ ing a firefighter can contact their local Fire Chief. LAKE ODESSA FAIR SCHEDULE JULY 1ST - JULY GUI. 2OO3 TULSDAY, JULY 1ST___________________ ___________ 1:OO PM 1 :OO PM 2:00-4:00 PM 5:00 PM_________ 6:00 PM 7:30 PM Dog Show______________ Hamess Racing Reception for Grand Marshall Midway Opens Parade - “Support Our Troops” Antique Tractor Pull . WEDNESDAY , JI LY 2ND____________________ ____ 1:00 3:00 5:00 7:30 PM PM PM PM Harness Racing Judging for Roys, Girls & Adults Midway Opens Light Weight Horse Pull Caledonia Kiwanis still organizing TillJRSDAY\ JULY 3RD 9:00 1 :OO 1:00 5:00 7:30 AM PM I’M PM PM Bix-.f <?< Sheep Judging_____________________ Dairy Judging (time approximate) Hamess Racing Midway Op‘i»______ ________________ Semi Truc k Pull The new Caledonia Kiwanis club is continuing to plan their official start. Lunch meeting resume July 10 at 12:05 p.m. at the Monterey Grill. Call Drew McFadden for more information about joining this active community based service dub at 616-891-1173. 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Now I didn't wait up un­ til midnight on Friday but went to the book store at a reasonable hour on Satur­ day. I wasn't the one who got to read the book first in my family but had to wait until the first reader went to bed. It was worth the wait for this book although 1 hope that 1 don't have to wait for an­ other three years for the next book in the series. I won't reveal any of the details of the book but any­ one who has ever been or lived around a moody teen­ ager will know that the author has a keen ear for this reality. Teenagers don't have to be threatened by over­ whelming evil to be angry, feel that adults and peers don't understand them and just be all around cranky. Perhaps the book will re­ mind exam takers of the possible consequences of cramming and not sleeping before tests 1 was amazed to learn that Charlie Rose, an inter­ viewer on both CBS and PBS, had never read any of the Harry Potter books. I hope that he will rectify this lack this summer. For those who find the task of reading an 860 page book overwhelming, the audio book, while expen­ sive is great. If I could af­ ford it I would buy this one on compact disk so I could just listen to the story un­ fold. All five of the Harry Pot­ ter books are "ripping good yarns" that keep readers ea­ ger to turn the page. I met someone who was dismayed by the "run on" sentences she saw in the books, but she missed the charm of the story. The battle between good and evil has been the focus of many books throughout the ages. One of the most enjoyable ways to experi­ ence the battle is through mystery novels. Adults in the area have a chance to en­ joy talking about mystery novels this coming Wednes­ day, July 2, at the Caledonia Library. If the weather is pleasant, readers can bring a lawn chair for the summer book discussion series. In case of too hot or too buggy weather the discussion will move in­ side. This month the talk is on the mystery novels written by Agatha Christie. Readers just need to read one and come share their ideas and opinions about which is the better detective, Hercule Poirot or Jane Marple? Why did Christie have some odd detectives when she wrote more successful books? What about her life? On August 13 the topic will be historical fiction. Any era, any interest with perhaps a comparison of his­ torical fact and fiction. Make a date with a book this summer, explore new worlds and even find new friends within the pages. Re­ member, Harry Potter is not just for children anymore. 9th Grade (High Honors 3.7 and above) - Garland Allison, Erin Baragar. Jason Blain. Robbi Blain, Scott Blood. Nicholas Boonstra, Ronald Christians, Kara DeLille. Blaine Dimond, Shelby Donker. Imari Engstrom, Jessica Flaska. Kelly Funk. Vanessa Glass, Kerstra Gustafson. Kathryn Hauschild, Nicholas Heidi. Brit­ tany Idema. Jessica Johnson. Jayne Kennicott. Jason Mor­ ley, Michelle Nesbitt, Emily Nyland, Erica Peschel, Stacy Roberts. Chaney Robinson, Troy Rock, Kyla Sisson, Kassidy Sovern. Michael Texter, Katherine VanderWood, Hillary Welton. Honor Students (3.5 to 3.699) • Amanda Bouwhuis, Chelsea Dubois, Bethany Kitzrow, Stephanie Lukas, Mikel Moore, Melissa Olsen, Alicia Reynhout, Michael Rhoby, Molly Sigel. Nicholas Stark, Chelsey Strumberger, Jason Terpstra, Isaac Thaler, Nicole Weidmann, Benjamin Ybema. Honorable Mention (3.0 to 3.499) - Ashley Ayers. Joshua Baird. Heather Betit. Scott Brown. Zachary Campbell. Heather Carmer. Anthony Carpenter. Anna Dnslen. Elizabeth Erway. Patrick Espino. Christine Etter. Emily Fate. Jessica Foote. Jill Funk. Cody Gar­ vey. Travis Graham. Christ­ opher Grummet. Amber Harkness. Shane Hester. Tara Janose. Tessa Kamp. John Kelly. Kristen Kidder. Ryan King. Heidi Klunder. Tiffany LaVire. Justin Lew­ is, Rebecca Linsea. Brittney Mating, Whitney Marlin. Ryan McMahon. Samantha Miller. Matthew Morley, Michael Munjoy, Justen Noffke, Brandon Pisoni, Rebekah Raymond. Kyle Roush. Andrew Scholma. Aaron Sholty. Jordan smith. Samantha Smith. Holly Smith. Darrell Smith. Brittany Steensma. Jeffery Stout. Justin VandenHoom. Emily VanderGeld. Nicholas Wilke. Shannon Wingeier. Alicia Zinn. 10th Grade High Honors - Victoria Azzarella. Danielle Beilfuss. Kevin Bishop. Kristen Brady. Chanda Brice. Alex­ andra Buchanan. Alan Buckowing. Brynn Curtis. Reed Ebmeyer. Emily Granger. Anthony Heidt, Michelle Hoffman. Tuesday See honor roll, page 4 AV EDA. Hair & Body Products THE ART AND SCIENCE OF PURE FLOWER AND PLANT ESSENCES"1 SUMMER AVEDA PEDICURES NOW AVAILABLE REDKEN. NIOXIN & OPI PRODUCTS Wjf^ONTEMPO C^KLON M 616-891-1095 9551 Cherry valley, Caledonia Village Centre MILLER MEANS... SOLD! Middleville & Gun Lake Area Office 317 Arlington, Middleville, Ml Hastings Office 149 W. State Street, HaMings. Ml (269)045-5182 (269)795-3305 Kay Stolsonburg GR1.CRS, Amoc. 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Bennett, a junior at CMU majoring in broadcast jour­ nalism, traveled to Wollon­ gong, Australia, where she studied international rela­ tions, Australian culture and journalism. A graduate of Caledonia High School, she is the daughter of Robert and Rhonda Bennett. CMU offers nearly 200 study abroad programs m more than 50 countries. Studying abroad introduces students to a different higher education system and new cultures and enhances cross cultural communication skills. "Studying abroad pro­ vides life changes for our students. They return with a greater understanding of themselves and the world," said Meredith Gall, study abroad adviser. Each year approximately 300 students enter the pro­ gram, and often the same students return the following year to go to a different country. "We have several students who are pleased with the program and after the first experience, decide to study abroad again." Gall said. GET MORE NEWS! Call 945-9554 to subscribe to the Hastings Banner. FOR MORE MIDDLEVILLE, GUN LAKE AND CALEDONIA AREA PROPERTIES, PLEASE SEE OUR ADS ON PAGE 2 OF THE REMINDER, IN THE GRAND RAPIDS PRESS, THE HOMES DIGEST AND THE PENASEE GLOBE. �Page 4/The Sun and News, Middleville. MVJuly 1, 2003 Honor roll, continued from page 3 Howell, Gregory Huizenga, Raetz. Kimberly Robson, Trevor Manning, Sunday Kerrie Schultz, Nicole Shoe­ Matousek. Corey McClain, maker, Melissa Stuart, Julia Lindsey McKee, Katherine Tandy, Brian Tate Tiffany, McKeown. Stevi Merrill, Tietz. Linsey Vandenberg. Tiffany Miller, James Moor­ Holly VanderHeide. Mich­ ed Sanford, Katie Oshinski. elle VanderMeer. Andrew Brandon Andrea Otto, Michelle VanDerMeer. stein. Honorable Mention Sean Barrett, Curtis Batdorff. Elizabeth Beard. Andrea Beilfuss. Zachary Bergkimer, Breena Briel. Nikki Brower, Alicia Buch­ anan, Alex Buehler. Alan Buxton, Jeffrey Chapman. D. Patrick Cisler, Nicole Crisher, Megan Dahlgren. Wilson, Kelli Zoet. Honor Students - Ashley Aspinall. Casey Aubil, Leigha Blain, Angela Boersma, Chadwick Brice. Jordan McCormick. Jillian McDuffee, Michael Mug­ ridge. Matthew Palmer. Eric Reeder, Trisha Scholma, Tabetha Straigt. Jessica Wenger. Kristen Willem- Ashley dunn. Holly Edwards. Megan Finkbeiner. David Finkbeiner. Thomas Fleming. Kalani Garber. Andrew Geelhoed II. Kendall Gerbasi. Jessica Gias. Lynnea Henning. Am­ ber Ihm, Matthew Jackson. Edwin Jovani-Cubas. Steven Karelse. Nathan LaBine, Edwin Lan-don, Leeanne (jftfcunU LOCAL CHURCH DIRECTORY AIASKA BAPTIST CHURCH A Living Church - Serving a Living Lord Morning Worship............................ 9 30 a m. Fellowship Time.............................. 10 35 a m Sunday School ................................... 10:50 a.m. Evening Praise .................................. 6:00 p m WEDNESDAY Family Night 6:30 p.m. 7240 68th Street, SE - Caledonia 2 miles east of M-37 Pastor, Dr Brian F Harrison Youth Pastor Kevin Stiles C 0 M M U I I I I CHURCH a place to belong , a place to become (Contemporary, Casual, Non denominational) Sunday Morning Worship............... 9: 30 & 11:00 am 8175 Broadmoor, Caledonia Atrv Michael Stowell, Lead Pastor Rev. David Moorhead. Assm Pastor Joe Cipcu . Worship leader Denny Bouma, Youth Pastor Church Office 616-891-0287 Visit our web site www brtghtside org CALEDONIA CHRISTIAN REFORMED CHURCH "A Church with a caring heart for our community and the world" FIRST BAPTIST MIDDLEVILLE CHRISTIAN REFORMED CHURCH OF MIDDLEVILLE M-37, north of Middleville • 795-9726 Bruce N. Stewart. Senior Pas I or Tim A. Vine. Asst. Pastor/ Youth Douglas G. Beason. Visitation Pastor Gary Weaver. Music Minister Pastor David Stewart, CE Children's Pastor 708 W. Main Street Sunday School............................................ 9:45a.m. Sunday Morning Worship Service.......... 11:00 a.m. Sunday Evening Service 6:00p.m. Wednesday Mid Week Prayer 6:45pm. Word of Life Clubs . . 6:45 p.m. Morning Worship Service Sunday School Evening Worship Service 10:00 a.m. 11:15 a.m. 6:00 p.m. YOU ARE INVITED Rev. Tom DeVries. Pastor - 795-9901 Rev. E. Anthony Sikora Church: (616) 795-2391 GRACE UNITED REFORMED CHURCH Proclaiming the Whole Counsel of God 1664 N.M-37 Highway Middleville. MI 49333 • 945 1555 Located near the corner of M-37 and McCann Service Times: Sunday School.......................................... 9:45 a.m. Morning Worship..................................... 11:00 a m. Evening Worship..................................... 6:00 p.m. Youth Group:............................... 6:00 p.m. Sunday Midweek 7:00 p.m. Wed. 9:30 a.m. Thurs. _______________ 10 AM Sunday Morning 9255 84th Street, Alto. Ml 49302 One mile east of Wfiitneyville Rd. 3449 - 76th St. S£„ Caledonia 698-9660 A Church for today’s world Spirit-filled family Church. Church Office: (616) 891-1512 M-37 at 100th St Rev P Adams PAone 891-8440 Sunday School for ages 3 yr. thru 6th grade: Sr. High, Sun. 6:30 pm Jr. High, Sun. 6:30 pm CALEDONIA HOLY FAMILY CATHOLIC CHURCH Kraft Avenue at Johnson Street Rev. Dave LeBlanc, Pastor Phone 891-9259 Saturday Evening Mass ... .5:00 p.m. Sunday Mass . .9:00 a.m. & 11:00 a.m. GUN LAKE COMMUNITY CHURCH & PRESCHOOL 12200 West M-179 Highway (Chief Noonday Road) Wayland. Ml 49M« Meeting you, your friends, and your family right where you 're at. Sunday Worship: 900 am or 10:30 a.m. Wednesday Worship 6 30 p .m. 269-795-7903 *** gunlakecommunitychurch org tEIje ®Uj Wimt ^HetljobiEJt (Eljurrf) e 5590 Whitneyville Ave., S.E. Alto, Ml 49302 Sunday SchooL..10:00 am. Morning Worship..."! 1:00 am. Evening Worship...6:00 p.m. Wednesday Prayer Meeting...7:00 p.m. Rev. Royle Bailard, Pastor Phone 868^437 A CALEDONIA (T UNITED METHODIST Summer Worship Schedule (through Aug 31). 10:00 am.......................................... Worship &. Jr Church 1100 a.m................................................ Coffee Fellowship (Nursery Available Throughout) Res Norman Kohns • (616) 891-8167 Church Office: 616-891 -8669 Fax: S9]-8648 • v.ww caledoniaumc org Lakeside ALASKA CONGREGATION Church School. Sunday.......................... Praise Singing . Morning Worship 9:45 am. . 10.50 am 11OO am Wed Fellowship . . 7:30 pm Pastor EG. Fnzzell Church Ph 616-868-6810 • Pastor s Ph. 616^97-6740 M-37 between Middleville & Caledonia Community Church Sunday Worship: 8:30 aun. Traditional A Place for Fa mils & Friends 11 azn. Contemporary 6201 WTutnesviBe Avenue, Alto 6 pzn. Praise/Bible Study CHRISTIAN REFORMED Contemporary Worship 9:30am Rev. Dr. Jack Doorlag. Interim Minister Sunday School for All Ages 10:45am Nursery & children’s activities during all services Evening Worship 6.00 p m For more information: (616) 891-8119 Pastor Roger Bullman . Church Office 868-0391 * * » lakesidecommunity org or Community of1 Christ Leighton Church 8146 68th St., near Whrtneyv*e Ave 2415 McCann Rd. (In Irving) Sunday Service Tima* 9:15 A.M. Morning Prayer (Holy Communion 2nd Sunday) iTclxcl 11:00 A.M. Holy Communion Wednesday 6:00 P.M. Evening Prayer phone 795-2370 or 9*6-9327 Vicar - Rev. David T. Huetwick St Paul Lutheran Church f Missouri Sxjnod Comer of 54th St and Kraft in Caledonia 1 mile west of M-37 Traditional Service Acoustic Praise 8r Worship Service 530 AM 1100 AM Sunday School 8r Adult Bible Study 9:4S AM All Services have a Nursery available • Barner Free Pastor Robert Gerke • Pastor Pavid Ziehr Office Phone 891-8688 SS. CYRIL and METHODIUS CHURCH SS. Cyril & Methodius 9 30 Mass will continue to take place at St. Therese Church until July 27th. This is a new date. The Dedication and first Mass of the new worship space of SS. Cyril & Methodius Church will take place at 5:00 p.m. on August 2nd. with Bishop Murray presiding. The number of SS. Cyril & Methodius church office Is 269/792-2889. Preaching the Living Word Serving The Risen Lord Sunday School ........................ 9:30 a m Sunday Morning Worship . .10:30 a.m. (Jr. Church & Nursery available.) Currently meeting at: Emmons Lake Elementary 8950 Kraft SE, Caledonia Reu. Dennis Ross Church: (616) 868-7425 UNITED METHODIST CHURCHES Middleville - Parmelee Parmelee Morning Worship............ 9:30 a.m. Middleville Morning Worship ........ 11.00 a.m. Rev. Lee Zachman Church Office Phone 795-9266 WAY FAR Ef< ^CHURCH 250 Sine Street (M-37 to Emmons to Vine) Guest Preacher - Rex Bob Hinkltn WHAT DID JESUS SAY? “The I ast Sapper as Parable" t THORNAPPLE BIBLE CHURCH Sunday Worship ............................ 9:30 a m and 6:00 p.m. (Child & Adult) (During the School Year) Rev. R. Scott Greenway, Pastor Keith Stulp, Youth Director Al Tiemeyer, Community Calling Services at 9:30 a m. and 6 p.m. Continued next page www.StPaulCaledonia.org Middleville Good Shepherd Wesleyan Church Lutheran Church 908 W. Main Street (Missouri Synod) Worship .................................... 9:30 a m. Sunday School........................... 11:00 a m. Adult Bible Class........................ 1L00 a.m. Lantinga. Robert Lemon, Adam Loveless, Joshua McCoy. Joshua Meyering, Bethany Nelson. Codie Nieder, Kaleigh Page. Nichole Rogers, Luke Ros­ enberg. Nocholas Roush. Allison Sager. James San­ ford, David Schneider. Lac- Located in Leighton Township Corner of 2nd Street and 142nd Avenue SundayMorning Worshp 8 30 am Trad»*.rul 1190 am Cccwemponry Sunday School for AB Ages 1000 am Sunday Exrrung Service 6.00 pm FT Fnends Prc Sdawl-Mh (Sept Apni trJO pm RAY TOKVSENC Fasor (616)891^028 • www le^torKhurch org Redeemer Covenant Church —Lighting Up Lives for God— Sunday Worship 9:30 am Christian Education Hour llilO an Wednesday Family Night 5:45-8.00 pm Pastor Pad M Hillman Youth Pastor David Enkson 6951 Hanna Lake Avenue, Catedonu 616^98-8001 redeema^iservjiet wwwredeemercovmtmt or^ Evwngdud Comma* Choches e(Aim.a community Church Finding the Way Together! An informal, contemporary church committed to our community. Sunday Worship is at 10:00am in Caledonia Middle School’s cafeteria. Everyone is welcome! Pastor: Rev. Josh Blunt Contact our Dutton office at (616) 65-65-WAY Check our web site www.wg\farerct org WHITNEY'VILLE bible Church 8546 WMneyv-e Ave of 84th St • 891-8661 "The Church where everybody is somebody. . ..and Jesus is Lord” Meeting at Caledonia High School Suxloy School Stndoy Momrg Wonhp Meeting at chapel on Whrtneyvle Ave Sunday Evening Wonhp Wed Maweek Prayer & &be Stuch 930am. 10:30am 600 p m 7:00 pm Rev Thomas 9uys Pastor • Rev Kart Sasha Assoc Pastor Weos*e whtneyveeobeora �The Sun and News. Middleville, Ml/July 1,2003/Page 5 From previous page ey Shrivr, Patrick Slawson, Jarod Smith, Katelyn Smith, Amanda Sade, Andrea Tagg, Danny Thompson, Clifford Tomson, Drew Townes, Wendy Treuter, Brie VanDommelen, Brooke VanHouten, Leah VanHouten. Heidi Warner, Ryan Weesie. Amber Welton, Heather Westra, Ali Willette, Blythe Williams. 11th Grade High Honors - Paul Adams. Brian Cuneo, Mal­ lory Egolf, Joshua Enyart. Carl Frey, Joseph Fromm, Keith Fuleki, Franklin Glass, Lars Gustafson, Christopher Harkness, Levi Harold, Alaina Haselden, John Herring. Michael Hoskins, Justine Houskamp, Sarah Johnson, Jessica Julius. Susan Kalee, lan Karcher, Holly Klunder, Abigail Krikke, Alan Leite, Michael McKeown. Thomas Engagements Brice-Schut Eiserman-Manning Michael and Debra Brice of Middleville and Reggie and Cathy Schut of Middleville are pleased to announce the engagement of their children Kelli Jo Brice and Cory Schut. Kelli Jo is a 1998 graduate of Thornapple-Kellogg High School in Middleville. Cory is a 1998 graduate of of Thornapple-Kellogg High School in Middleville. The couple own Schut Cement Contracting and make their home at Gun Lake with their daughter, Jaydynn Taylor. An August 2, 2003 wed­ ding is being planned. Tiffany Brett Eiserman and Rustin Alan Manning, both of Montague, have an­ nounced their engagement. The bride-elect is the daughter of Rick and Car­ men Eiserman of Sharps­ burg, Ga. She is a graduate of Carlisle High School (Pa.) and Georgia State Col­ lege and University, Milledgeville, Ga. The prospective bride­ groom is the son of Roger and Mary Manning of Alto. He is a graduate of Caledo­ nia High School and at­ tended Grand Valley State University. The couple is planning an Aug. 16 wedding. IN MEMORIAM In loving memory of my husband Arthur D. Smith Who passed away 4 years ago on July 2, 1999. Time goes on with many changes, Joy and sorrows, smiles and tears. But your memory still is cherished, With the passing of the years. Lovingly remembered, Leona J. Smith Peiler. Heather Punt Emily Quisenberry, Aubrey Ray­ mond. Andrew Reeder. Sarah Rhoby, Whitney Robertson, Alexander Rob­ inson, Stephanie Scott. Heather Smeller. Amber Steorts, Bethany Steorts. Tiffany Thaler, Kirsten VanDerMeer. Phillip VanSpronsen, Joshua Wolter. Kyle Zatzke Honor Students - Caitlin Adams. Christina Allington, Michelle Bickford, Christopher Campbell, Mallory Dobson. Pauline Galle. Jordon Hartley. Bobby Hebert, Brett Knight Alysia Kowalczyk. Brandon Popma, Shane Ridderikhoff, Brooke Ridderikhoff. Marco Sanchez-Diaz, Jonathon Schumaker. Kristin Seaman, Megan Steffen. Brad Teunessen, Kurt Wachtor. Melanie Warner. Sarah Wolf. Honorable Mention * Nicholas Bauman. Eric Beam (Lawrence), Benjamin Biek. Jason Bowman. Mary Bowyer, Kirby Bremer, Tyler Cobum, Emily Cook, Danielle Crawford, Michelle Crawford. Jamer Curtis, Jessica Deemter. Kaleigh Depew. Pamela Draper, Joshua Eldridge, Angela Forester. Patricia Fromm, Stacey Huizenga, Daniel Jeurink, Brent Joyce, Nickolas Kitzrow, Nathaniel Kyes.Megan McGillicuddy, Joseph McMahon, Mark Mejeur. Sherrie Meyer, Lynsey Miller, Sarah Near. Gina Niemchick, Justin Ogden, Joseph Owens, Katherine Paape. Kristie Pratt, Jessika Reil, Jamie Roesly, Mark Rolison, Steven Slachter, Taylor Smith, Chelsea Snow, Brittany Stover, Darrin Tape, Amy Tinker, Amy Turner, Kehiah Turnes, Scott Vanderwood, Andrew Walsh, Denise Weeks, Missty Welker, Kevin Whittemorre, Sarah Whittemore, Kath­ erine Wieringa, Gerry Winright III, Shannon Wonnacott, Ashley Young. 12th Grade High Honors - Ryan Anderson, Julie Ball, Ashley ballard. Chad Baragar, Craig Batdorff. James Beckering, Katherine Bednck, Alec Belson. Julie Bergakker, Chet Berkimer, Amanda Biggs. Angela Blood. Kelly Brinks. Tim Brog. Ashley Bronsink. Rachel Clinton. Rebecca Dufresne. Megan Dutcher, Janine Dykstra. Carolyn Ehmry. Angela Feirick. Kyle Fletke. Sam­ antha Flierman, Tiffany Forbes. Mary-Elaine Foster. Sarah Freeman. Raymon Galle. Philip Garber. Ashley Getty. Jenea Golden. Joey Guy, Cassandra Hale. Desirae Henning. Christopher Howarth. William Huff. Kara Hutchens. Jessica Jones. Joshua Kuipers. Ryan Lavich. Andrea London. Katie Longstret. Chelsea Matousek, Kyle McClure. Jamie McCormick. Maegan McKee. W. Patrick Mc­ Keown. Cary Middlebush. Nichole Miller, Theresa Miller. Melissa Moorehouse. Tricia Nelson, Elise Nyiand. Nicholas Otto. Lacey Pat­ terson. David Phillips. Jen­ nifer Piccard, Stuart Rein- stein. Robert Roush. Steph­ anie Simon. Devin Slagel, Latisha Smith, Holly Smith. Jessica Stark. Kathleen Terry. Nicholas Tomson. Amanda Vandenbosch. Rachel Vander Meer. Laura Weingartz. Melody Welton. Kenneth Wiersum. Audrey Willette. Lindsey Wisniew­ ski. Michael Yarger. Emily Zoct. Honor Students Shannon Bieski. Ryan Bowyer. Josiah Brown. Emily Cravero. Joshua Dryer. Jennifer Jones. Amber McMillan. Pamela Slawson. Eric Smith. Zachary Tolan. Justin VanSpronsen. Seth Walter. Tyler Wenger. Bryan Winchester Honorable Mention • Ryan Adams. Kaycee Adgate. Meliss Ainslie, Rachael Beard. Chelsea Biermacher. Daniel Burbank. Jennifer Burks. Jami Case. Leslie Copeland. Philip Corson. MSU graduates 17 local students Christen Davis, Christopher Doornbos, John Douthett, Jason Drogowski, Leanne Etter. Adrew Fisher. Aman­ da Fisk. Chase Goodin. Eric Holmquist. Kyle Holst. Nicholas Janose. Sara Jansens. Steven Johnson, Jason Kuiper. Andrew Kulhanek. Amanda May­ hew. David McAllister. Jared McDuffee. Courtney Miller. Mary Nicholas. Brittany Nicholson. Dustin Perrin. Melisa Potts. Michael Price. Amber Quillan. Ashley Richards. Branden Ritsema. Jordan Rock. Sarah Romanowski. Matthew Rose, Zachary Schondelmayer. John Smith. Phillip Strong. Daniel Texter. Roger Thompson. Nathan Thornton. Alissa Tietz, Randall Tobias. Edwina Valdez. Daniel Walker. Kaylee Wilke. Retired? If you’re concerned alxuit having enough money to live comfortably through retirement, then call Edward Jones. We can help you: I reserve cash for Degree candidates from Michigan State University at the conclusion of the spring academic term include 17 local students. Listed are the names, hometown, degree, area of education and special aca­ demic recognition, if appli­ cable. For a student to receive honors, he or she must have at least a 3.5 grade point av­ erage, for high honors, a stu­ dent must have a 3.8 or higher. • Megan Roon, of Mid­ dleville, master of social work. • Stephanie Anderson, of Alto, bachelor of arts in Spanish. • Michael Cooper, of Alto, doctor of medicine in human medicine. • Jennifer Ekkens, of Alto, doctor of osteopathy. • Elizabeth Fortuna, of Alto, bachelor of science in biological science with hon­ ors. • Heidi Jarchow, of Alto, bachelor of arts in account­ ing, with honors. • Joel Freeman, of Calcbacheioro d o n i a, f music. • Michelle Homrich. of Caledonia, bachelor of sci­ ence in dietetics. • Julianne Jakel, of Cale­ donia, bachelor of science in psychology, with honors. • Sarah Latta, of Caledo­ nia, master of public admini­ stration. • Meghan Michaels, of Caledonia, bachelor of sci­ ence in zoology. • Terrie Morrow, of Cale­ donia, master of arts in K-12 education administration. • Jessica Mumaw, of Caledonia, bachelor of arts in advertising, with honors. • Kirk Reifinger, of Cale­ donia, bachelor of science in child development. emergencies: I keep up with expenses I protect youi money from fluctuating interest rates; I reduce your taxes; I protect your savings from long-term illness; I simplify your record­ keeping; and I avoid probate. 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June 12 - Blue Water Ramblers July 17 - Lucy Webster July 24 - Hawks & Owls AppotocAiafl bluegrass July 31 - Dave Collee Quartet with Ginny Dusseau fD&SOngs STAUFFER A WIGGERS INSURANCE AGENCY 616 891 9294 foUfock 126th Army Band 612 E Mam St -Caledonia Ml 49316 concert band June 19 • Jr. Valentine & The AU Stars bus June 26 - Fonnmhor Ceitk nse July 3 - Calder City Big Band blues tug bona _ _ August 14- River City Jazz Ensemble Jult 10 - Boogie Woogie Babies 05515211 05S1ST9 string yut August 7 - Jimmy Stagger Band by band W-I7LT �Page 6/The Sun and News. MkJd»eville. MVJuty 1. 2003 Middleville council may try to revive garage sales in ‘04 by Patricia Johns Staff Writer The Middleville Village Council has been asked to get involved in the annual village-wide garage sales because this year they didn’t happen. Village manager Bryan Gruesbeck asked the council Tuesday night to consider sponsoring the garage sales next year. They traditionally have been held on the last full weekend of June and have been organized by pri­ vate individuals. This year no one organ­ ized the sales and village hall had lots of calls asking why. Trustee Floyd Bray sug­ gested that perhaps a local organization would want to take on the organization of the sales. Gruesbeck will discuss how to do the sales in late winter or early spring. In another development, repaving of the intersection of Russell and State streets has been completed. Grues­ beck told the council. More asphalt resurfacing will be on the agenda at the July 8 meeting because the low bidder of the four that were opened has not worked in the village before. The company’s references need to be checked before the bids come to council for ap­ proval. Council members learned that bids for the cleanup of Riverside Park (directly across the river from Stage­ coach Park) have been is­ sued. This is part of a multi­ stage development of the area. In other park news ,the Thornapple Area Parks and Recreation Commission is looking at design changes for Spring Park, which will include more ball diamonds and perhaps a concession stand. The need for a restroom serving users of Stagecoach Park again was discussed. Engineer Steve Williams will provide more details for a restroom added to the vil­ lage hall building. Possible construction would happen next year. There is no date yet for road work on Grand Rapids and W. Main streets. The village will notify residents once a date for construction has been set. The council approved purchasing two new air con­ ditioners from Welton’s Heating and Cooling of Hastings at a cost of $3,285, to replace those that have broken down. The fiscal 2002 audit was discussed with the finance committee. It was reported that it seems the village is in good financial help. The next meeting of the Village of Middleville coun­ cil will be at 7 p.m. Tues­ day, July 8. Local students, continued from page 5 • Candace Smith, of Cale­ donia, docter of medicine, human medicine. • Sara Wilkinson, of Cale­ donia. bachelor of arts in po­ litical science, pre-law. • Jason Workman, of Caledonia, bachelor of arts in finance. MK ROW MOOI WD «XX MBO AND CMMAX AND OFT A CmN to MW OHDfT ROW 3 WXTMT A aan«» W* \ GET A FREE 2-ROOM SATELLITE TV SYSTEM * AND STANDARD PROTESSIONAl INSTALLATION _ Sniders did? 269-795-5100 or 616-891-9292 Serving West Michigan Since 1983 COMMERCIAL • RESIDENTIAL • SATELLITE & OFF-AIR SYSTEM GET ALL THE NEWS OF BARRY COUNTY! Subscribe to the Hastings Banner. Call 945-9554 for more information. 5065 Country Ln. - $164,900 Middleville—Country Living at its finest! (M-37 S. of Caledonia, right on Finkbemer to Country Lane, right). 3- to 5-bedroom. 2-full bath ranch. 1.928 finished sq. 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Furthermore, thanks to the sluggish economy, some companies have suspended those 401(k) matching con­ tributions that are linked to profits, according to the Profit Sharing/401(k) Council of America. These converging forces may have caused you to think about taking a "time out" from your 401 (k). And yet, that would almost cer­ tainly be a mistake. Why? Because if you’re a member of the "baby boom" generation, or if you're even younger, you'll likely spend two to three decades in a healthy, active retirement so you'll clearly need sub­ stantial financial resources. Along with Social Security and your personal invest­ ments, your 401 (k) can be a big part of your retirement savings. And there's no way you'll help your 401 (k) grow by not contributing. Also, by not putting in money to your plan, you’ll lose out on pre-tax contribu­ tions and the potential for tax-deferred growth Let's see how these tax features can help you. First, you generally use pre-tax dollars to fund your 401 (k). So. if you're in the 27 percent tax bracket, and you put in $10,000 to your 401 (k) in one year, your con­ tributions will really only cost you $7,300. That’s an immediate 27 percent sav­ ings in taxes. Next, your 401 (k) earn­ ings grow on a tax-deferred basis. Over time, tax deferral can make an enormous dif­ ference in your total accu­ mulation. Suppose that you put in $10,000 to your 401(k) for 30 years, and your hypothetical average rate of return is 7 percent. When the 30 years are up. you will have amassed slightly over $1 million. (This calculation is merely an illustration; it does not represent any investments currently available.) On the other hand, if you put (hat same $ 10,000 per year into a taxable investment that earned a hypothetical 7 per­ cent, you will only have $668,000 at the end of 30 years, assuming you paid taxes yearly on a combined federal and state tax rate of 32 percent. Of course, your 401(k) earnings are tax-deferred not tax-free. So. you will eventually have to pay taxes on withdrawals from your 40l(k). But by the time you start taking 401 (k) distribu­ tions. presumably when you’re retired, you may be in a lower tax bracket. And even if you’re not. you can find ways to spread out your payments to help you mini­ mize your tax burden. Clearly, these tax benefits will be of great value to you as you build your 401(k). So. no matter what the mar­ kets are doing, or what’s happening with your employer’s match, be persis­ tent and keep putting away money in your 401 (k). If you just can’t stand to sec your balance dropping, review your plan with an invest­ ment professional to discuss your goals, risk tolerance, and time horizon. In the long run, investing regularly in those 401(k) options that offer you growth potential, diversification and quality should bring you closer to your retirement goals. Caledonia student on Albion dean’s list Denise R. Robinson of Caledonia was named to the Albion College dean's list at the completion of the spring 2003 semester. Students named to the dean's list must achieve a grade point average of 3.5 or above at the completion of the semester. This GPA must be based on at least three units in graded courses and a minimum of four units completed during the semes­ ter. Denise R. Robinson is a sophomore at Albion Col­ lege. She is the daughter of John Robinson and Sandra Robinson of Caledonia and is a graduate of Caledonia High School. Albion College, one of U.S. News and World Re­ port's "Best Value" colleges of 2002, specializes in inno­ vative and interdisciplinary programs in the liberal arts tradition. 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At Peace children got a chance to really feel like they were under water. Thornapple Township Emergency services brought one of the engines that sprayed the more than 200 participants with nice cold water. Some future firefighters got to practice spraying from the hose as well. Then everyone got to en­ joy ice cream (some of it as blue as the sea) to end the week’s exploration of Bible stories, songs and crafts. Advertisment $4.95/mo Internet? By David Stowers Then they got to make their inside as cool as their outside with blue ice cream. Students sang for their parents and friends all the songs they learned during the week. by Patricia Johns Staff Writer Super Cool Undersea Bi­ ble Adventures (SCUBA) filled the Middleville Chris­ tian Reformed Church and Peace Church during the week of June 23-27. Both planned special events to end the week. In Middleville the stu­ dents sang all the songs they learned for their parents and friends and explored the yel­ low submarine gracing the front lawn of the church. In the evening a free Christian music concert by One Way There is a Michigan based company called Netpenny net that offers fast, reliable, and extremely inexpensive dial-up Internet service to our area. What’s so refreshingly unusual is that Netpenny has taken the Wal-Mart approach to business and have thousands of happy customers to prove it. Because of volume Netpenny only charges $4.95 a month for Internet access! To make things even better there is no contract, no set up fees and they don 't even require a credit card! People are saving as much as $225 or more per year; which is a car payment or a weekend getaway year after year just for switching Internet companies! 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Middlevilles Newest Townhouse Community Why rent when you can OWN? goo Cre e opti taxes may be tax Own a home - bin - no 2 or } berfrooms, 1 or tside aths, 3 Ask us about our new office IVe accept Mastercard, Visa & Discover ce ds of living down' to qualified buyer: 9958 Cherry Valley Ave. SE Caledonia (616) 891-0004 Fax (616) 891-5170 available 142 IrvinS Addieville DeKIeine REALTY Amy DeKleine 616-299-6790 • 616-878-4300 ext 207 �Page 8/The Sun and News, Middleville. Ml/Jufy 1, 2003 From Our Readers Local Citizens Speak Out On Issues Township Board ‘let the dogs out’ Learning just how hard it would be to catch your food with bows and arrows, fourth graders explored archery. Celebrating the end of another school year Reach over 11,000 area homes with an ad in the Sun & News. Call 945-9554 to place your ad today. GREENHOUSE West Michigan's Most inspiring Retail Gardening Experience! 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I really don't know which frustrates me the most, the zealots of development or the apathetic populace who sit on their hands and do nothing unless the project is next door. Is that what it takes to get them active in community government? As a parting comment. 1 hope Bill Bravata in the fu­ ture can muster the ethics to recuse himself on issues that are a conflict of interest. He quite often uses an expres­ sion his mother has made. She would probably be proud of a son w ho used ethics in his political posi­ tion “In matters of style, swim with the current. In matters of principle, stand like a rock." — Thomas Jefferson Bill McNeilly, Caledonia Compassionate neighbors rescue Roxie How high can you count? These students are the top counters in first and second grade. For the first time a first grader wrote more num­ bers on a scroll than a second grader. First grader Hannah Bashore reached 7710 and second grader Eric Jachim reached 4800 Cherry Valley To the editor: Congratulations are in or­ der for Mr. and Mrs. Cale­ donia on their decision to "let the dogs out." There is no doubt the village and township are about to wit­ ness an onslaught beyond its wildest expectations. The township, during the June 18, was poised to give the Garbows water and sewer for their 40-acre de­ velopment on the southeast corner of 100th Street and M-37 highway. Just who is paying for this gift is still up in the air. but I suspect that before it is all over, Mr. and Mrs. Caledonia’S benevo­ lence will be required one more time. Here's hoping they build a Association To the editor: My family and my dog Roxie owe a great deal of gratitude toour friends in the Middleville area and a few boys. Roxie, a beagle mix, has a tendency once in awhile to find a trail and then follow it. I realize there is a leash law in the village of Mid­ dleville, but Roxie tends to ignore this law about twice a year. She did not come back home this latest episode af­ ter her roaming the fields. After a day and a half, 1 was preparing to accept that she might not come back this time. After all. she was 10 years old, out in the heat and overweight. However, thanks to a few little boys* curiosity at a softball gane, and good Sa­ maritans willing to get in­ volved, Roxie now is back home, safe and sound. As I heard the story, two Mothers & More will discuss wills, estate planning July 14 The local group Mothers & More will discuss plan­ ning for the well being of families in the event of a pa­ rental death at its next meet­ ing Monday, July 14. Parental death carries with it both financial and emotional issues. Not planning for the death of a par­ ent can mean serious prob­ lems for young families left behind. Hastings attorney Mike McPhillips will be on hand to discuss estate planning, wills, trusts and other legal issues surrounding the death of a parent in a young fam­ ily. All area moms are in­ vited to attend, learn and share questions about the subject. Mothers and More meets twice each month at 7 p.m. at Kids First Learning Place (lower level) 420 Misty Ridge Drive, Middleville, to discuss issues pertinent to mothers of young families. Mothers & More is an inter­ national not-for-profit sup­ port group dedicated to im­ proving the lives of mothers through support, education and advocacy. Mothers & More offers year-round meetings, play­ groups, outings, Mom's Night Out, on-line services, Mom-to-Mom support, vol­ unteer opportunities, chanta- ble fund-raising and more. Visitors are welcome to attend three meetings with­ out obligation prior to decid­ ing to join the group. For further information call (616) 891-8312 or visit www. mot hersandmore ,org or three boys were throwing rocks down the manhole and heard a dog whining. They went to get their parents and found a dog in the sewage pipe that was covered by the open manhole. One man opened the cover and pulled my 60-pound overweight soaking wet beagle out of the trap that she bad been in for (as far as we know) 24 hours. She was a little star­ tled when she got out, but happy to see someone. I received a call and was told the story about Roxie's rescue. I immediately picked her up at Page Elementary School. Roxie came home, got a bath and a big bowl of food and some rest. We were very, very happy and grateful to get her home. The people and children in­ volved in Roxie’s rescue are good examples of compas­ sionate and decent citizens. Mary Petrovich and fam­ ily. Middleville Storewide Liquidation Sale! 25% Off (Cash Only) Excludes custom framing, yarn-related items, Sun Rider herbs. ^Rainbow’s End^> Yarn, Craft & Variety 9343 Cherry Valley Avenue (M-37) Caledonia Village Centre * 616-891-1106 3 �The Sun and News. Middleviite, Ml/Juty 1. 2003/Page 9 MSU dean’s list includes 35 students from area Michigan State University has announced that 35 local students have been named to the to the spring semester dean’s list. To receive the honor, a student must achieve a 3.5 or higher grade point aver­ age. Listed are the names, hometowns and major fields of study for each student. • Daniel Brinks, of Mid­ dleville. accounting. • Amy Dykstra, of Mid­ dleville, horticulture. • Sarah Elliston, of Mid­ dleville, political science, pre-law. • Lana Goodin, of Mid­ dleville. interior design. • Michael Pott, of Mid­ It might seem just a little early for Christmas, but Thomapple Kellogg Middle dleville, accounting. School students created posters for a toy collection the American Legion Post • Christopher Uffman, of #140 will be doing in November. Pictured (from left) are Bob Moore and Jim Middleville, psychology. Barton from Post 140 and poster contest winners Brittany Veldkamp, Renee • Jacob Williams, of Mid­ Kimbrell and Kim Williamson. dleville, history. • Jarret Andree, of Cale­ donia, biological science. • Joseph Becker, of Cale­ donia, international studies, fall. More than 150 Thor­ $25 savings bond and Brit­ social science, human re­ by Patricia Johns tany Veldkamp’s picture sources. napple Kellogg Middle Staff Writer took third. She also received • Michael Bernard, of School students participated American Legion Post a $25 bond. Caledonia, finance. in a contest to select a poster #140 will be holding a spe­ Starting in November col ­ • Brandon Furtwangler, and a picture for the collec­ cial toy collection for chil­ lection bins will distributed f Caledonia, computer engi­ tion barrels. dren in Barry County next throughout the county. Toys neering. “Selecting a winner was • Michelle Homrich, of really difficult,” Post Com­ collected will be distributed to children in Barry County. Caledonia, dietetics. mander Jim Barton said. 7 Night Cruise to Art teacher Shirley • Dannielle Hoodhood, of Kim Williamson received Bermuda on the Thompson said she was first prize and a $75 savings Caledonia, interior design. Norwegian Sea really pleased with the post­ bond. Renee Kimbrell • Julianne Jakel, of Cale­ July/August departures earned second place and a ers students designed. donia, psychology. include roundtnp airfare from Grand Rapid from • .Mallory Latack. of Cale­ donia. general business ad­ ministration. pre-law. • Danielle Meeker, of Caledonia, French. • Mitchell Petz. of Cale­ donia. accounting. • Benjamin Poest, of Caledonia, human biology. • Ellen Quinnan. of Cale­ donia. family community services. • Kristin Ross, of Caledo­ nia. veterinary technology. • Lindsay Stoelzel. of Caledonia. English. • Vinh Tran, of Caledo­ nia. mechanical engineering. • Corwin Troyer, of Cale­ donia, computer engineer­ ing. • Michael Vehlewald. of Caledonia, general business administration, pre-law. Crumback, Rusty 1963-1990 Poster contest winners announced s1128pP°° Gun Lake fireworks 11 Day Caribbean planned for Friday Cruise on the s1211NORWEGIAN ’ CRUISE LINE Travel & Cruise Q Premier 7106 Broocmoa Cowooro (Comer of KKV> & Broocmoor) 554-0311 RoAnne Brokob, secre­ tary-treasurer of the Gun Lake Protective Association, has announced that the an­ nual fireworks display is set for Friday, July 4, at dusk on Gun Lake. The Gun Lake Protective Association and the Barry and Allegan Sheriff Depart­ ments request that residents and guests keep boats back at least 500 feet from Mur- Call 945-9554 tor Sun & News classified ads phy's Point, which is the shooting area. “This is for the safety and protection of all,” Brokob said. She added, “If you sup­ port funding the fireworks, please honk your horn at the end of the display." In case of rain, the display will be presented the follow­ ing evening (Saturday, July 5) at dusk. TO We We We We Remembering and missing our son, brother, uncle and Dad on the 13th anniversary he died in Goeppingen. Germany. THOSE WHO SERVED walk for those who no longer walk. speak for those whose voice is still remember those with memories lost, and honor those who fell. Always loved and never forgotten, from his family and daughter Ashley. And now we raise the flag remembering Rusty and all service men and women with a renewed appreciation for our freedom. CHERRY VALLEY DENTAL KEVIN VANDERHEIDE, D.D.S. Norwegian Dream October 22 Boston to New Orleans 11 day cruise. Air from GRR and cruise from • Jacob Ware, of Caledo­ nia. economics. • Stephanie Anderson, of Alto. Spanish. • Elizabeth Fortuna, of Alto. I iological science. • Joel Fortuna, of Alto, packaging. • Lynn Gruenewald. of Alto, music performance. • Todd Maines, of Alto, finance. • Jason Peabody, of Alto, mechanical engineering. • Lysandra Porritt. of Alto, dietetics. • Melanie Smith, of Alto, medical technology. • Matt Trierweiler, of Alto, telecommunication. • Chris Williams, of Alto, building construction man­ agement. “Dr. VanderHeide's great personality made me feel at ease. He took time to explain all my options and I was extremely happy with the work done.” — Kirn-Owner of Essential Bean 9809 Cherry Valley, Suite G Caledonia, Ml 49316 “I’ve always been anxious about going to the dentist, but Dr. VanderHeide made the appointment fun and comfortable for me. ” — Liz Sorsen, Community School Teacher • GREAT WITH KIDS (616) 891-4424 • HONEST, QUALITY SERVICE DONE WITH INTEGRITY • NOW TAKING NEW PATIENTS �Page 10/The Sun and News. Middleville. Ml/July 1. 2003 Blackstone amendment delayed at 2nd reading by Ruth Zachary Staff Writer The Caledonia Township Board June 18 tabled a deci­ sion to allow an amendment to the Blackstone PUD at the second reading. The amendment was re­ sisted by neighbors who said there were more issues than implied in the request. The parcel, grouped under Staff working on reading club The staff at Thomapple Kellogg School and Com­ munity Library are working on lots of fun activities for this year’s summer reading club. No activities are planned for this week but on July 9, Pete Stobie from the Kalamazoo Nature Center will present a program at 10 a.m. The library is open from 10 a.m. until 4 p.m. on Monday and Wednesday and from 10 a.m. to 8 p.m. on Tuesday and Thursday. the Blackstone PUD. is geo­ graphically separated from it by a wetlands. The wetlands has been protected with a conservation easement with the Department of Environ­ mental Quality. It is north of the township sewer facility serving Campau Lake, and located east of McCords. 1/2 mile south of 60th, and 1/4 mile north of 66th. Larry Cibulka said chang­ ing the covenants of the con­ sent judgment of the PUD would result in major rami­ fications. He reviewed the approval of the ordinance establishing the PUD, which had led to public contro­ versy related to the wet­ lands. A petition for a refer­ endum vote led to an effort by the township to negotiate with the owners at that time, agreed to by the citizens, he said. In 1997, a consent judg­ ment... by Judge Sullivan re­ sulted, Cibulka explained, "and although we didn't like what was handed down... but it was the judgment. Then there was an amend­ ment to the judgment, which took care of some specifics, although no PUD plan put in place." He said residents around the development had come to accept it. He said there were "all kinds of concerns about how the development was going, and that it is not following all the covenants that were laid out." He said he had asked for township oversight to see how things were going, but NEW Condominium Development in Middleville Two Bedroom units starting at $129,900 more information contact: D e KI e i n e r ealtv Amy DeKleine 616-299-6790 • 616-878-4300 ext 207 no one had come out. The land was owned by Dykema and had just by purchased by Joe LaVault. The consent agreement with the township would have re­ quired a public road, and to obtain an exemption, the agreement required amend­ ing, it was claimed at the planning commission stage of the request. The devel­ oper agreed to pay for all costs related to the amend­ ment, including legal fees. Cibulka said even though the ownership had changed, the agreements remained the same. He said the developer, LaVault wanted to detach four lots from Blackstone, which Cibulka suggested should not have been part of the development to begin with. He said the recent petition was only to allow a private road instead of a public street, as decreed under the covenant. He said it was more than that, including a petition to change every­ thing relative to those four lots, to take it out of the PUD, out of the covenants and restrictions of the PUD. and change the whole spirit of the consent agreement. Cibulka said Blackstone was to have 91 homes built in three phases. He said about 30 points in the cove­ nants regulated lot size, home size, structure, and specifics of what the homes would look like. He said approving this re­ quest would mean LaVault would not be obligated to those standards, and asked the board to follow the cove­ nant established in the court judgment. LaVault is a small builder who has constructed several homes in the Caledonia community and was repre­ sented by Marc Daneman. Daneman said portions of phase three were going in to Blackstone, and this devel­ opment would be consistent with that. This is still part of the PUD, a separate parcel of land, and lots would sold to individual owners as in the rest of the development. He said the township attorney had reviewed the matter, and £ Christopher J. Hier, 616-891-1240 General Dentistry for Children & Adults — NEW PATIENTS WELCOME — J IB Early Morning & Evening Appointments Available Conveniently located on M-37 in Caledonia (Right on the way to orfrom uork) Quality dental care in a relaxed and friendly atmosphere. had said nothing was altered in the rest of the agreement. "We agree to the terms, Dykema agrees to the terms. No effort was made to try to deceive and it would stay exactly as originally planned." he said. Resident Kathy Cibulka said the amendment would change street names, waiting until the fourth house is built before paving the private road, with no designated time frame. "I’m very concerned about it being a dirt road for a number of years," she said, which would devalue her property and that of sur­ rounding residents. She said the document voids the building and use restrictions for the bulk of the homeowners, details which include an attached garage, specific square foot­ age. and the number of pets allowed, and other details swept out as well. She said neighbors were protected by these details in eluded under the old cove­ nant. The homes' back yards would be viewed by resi­ dents on McCords. She said due diligence should be taken in considering the document, and to approve it that evening would be " rather hasty." LaVault said the sizes of homes would match the size of homes being built in Blackstone, at 1,500 square feet for one story and 2,100 square feet for a two story. "The homes I am putting in will be at equal or greater value than the ones on the Middleville woman gets jail for pot Kaylyn M. Higgins, 20, of Middleville, was sentenced June 19 in Barry County Circuit Court to 90 days in jail for selling or manufac­ ture of marijuana, a fouryear felony. If she pays $1,000 in court costs, the balance of her jail sentence will be sus­ pended. She received credit for one day served. Higgins was granted Hol­ mes Youthful Trainee Status. Higgins earlier pleaded guilty to the charge in ex­ change for the dropping of the charge of possession of cocaine and a second of­ fense notice. Her attorney said that Higgins was drug free now and attending Alcoholics Anonymous meetings, very motivated and an excellent worker. The attorney said he thought she would turn things around and that he was proud of Higgins road." The purchase agreement had two contingencies, one based on lot splits, and the second was approval for the private drive, he said. He said the drive permit had just been re-issued in his name. Trustee Bujak said he un­ derstood the action would allow a paved private road instead of public, with pav­ ing when construction was complete. He said the board needed to look closely to be sure all the Blackstone PUD covenants were being met. Harrison said this was presented as a generic re­ quest regarding the change to a paved private drive. He said at the second reading of the request that it appeared more was in­ volved. He encouraged board members to spend more time looking at the documents. He asked whether the se­ quencing for these lots, in phase 3 was correct for the planned phasing of the de­ velopment according to the judgment, when phase 2 streets were only recently approved. He suggested if it met the spirit of the phasing, the board could choose to amend the consent agree­ ment. Harrison asked the re­ quest be tabled for addi­ tional consideration. Trustee Richard Robert­ son made the motion to ta­ ble, adding that the board owes it to the public to un­ derstand the details, having received the information at 5 p.m. Saving on home insurance is “No Problem.” ---------------------- ‘ undreds of thousands families are saving money with AutoOwners Insurance for their home and mobile home protection Slop in and ask u* about quality pro lection. with flexi­ ble pay ment plans and “No Problem*' claim service vfuto-Oumers Insurance ISSILASf I I II M Ona lx* BOB NKOtAi President Your Smile The First Thing People See! Cull 945-9554 to place your Sun i News ACIIONAd. 497 Arlington St (M-37) PO Box 99 Middleville Ml 49333 , (269) 891-8208 I (269) 795-3302 Toll free (800) 706-3302 Fax (616) 795-3935 * ...----- �The Sun and News. Middleville MIJuly 1. 2003/Page 11 Payne Lake seeks assessment district to combat invasive weed George A. Teater ST. JOSEPH - George A. Teater, age 63, of Middleville, passed away Saturday, June 28, 2003 at home. George Arthur Teater was bom on Aug 18, 1939 at St Joseph, Michigan, the son of Lester C. and Ruth E. (Omweg) Teater. He was raised in Caledonia, Michigan and attended Caledonia schools, graduat­ ing in 1959. He joined the Navy after graduating high school in June 23, 1959. He was dis­ charged May 16, 1963 from the Navy with an honorable discharge. He was married to Carole J. Oakley on May 22, 1965 at Caledonia United Methodist Church. He was employed at Sommerdyke Plumbing for 21 years and then became a Code Inspector for Barry County and surround­ ing areas for 13 years, retir­ ing in 2001. George loved vegetable gardening, farming and hunting. He enjoyed metal art and also liked to golf. He was a caring, loving husband, father and grandfa­ ther. He loved to be with his family and grandchildren. Preceding him in death were his parents, Lester and Ruth (Omweg) Teater and a sister, Ella Jackson. He is survived by his wife, Carole J. Teater; one son, Philip G. (Trish) Teater of McAllen, Texas; three daughters, Renae I. O’Malley of Grand Rapids, Rebekah D. Montgomery of by Patricia Johns Freeport. Rachel J. Teater of Salt Lake City, Utah; five grandchildren; three sisters, Gertrude (Ray) Hawkins of Caledonia, Pauline (Lu) Takens of Dutton, Janet (Bart) Dailey of Freeport; one brother. Chet (Cindy) Teater of Middleville; sever­ al nieces and nephews. The family will receive relatives and friends Tuesday, from 7 to 9 p.m. Funeral services will be held Wednesday . July 2, 2003 at 11 a m. at the Beeler Funeral Chapel, Middleville. Rev. Thomas J. DeVries officiating. Interment Irving Cemetery. Irving Township. Memorial contributions may be made to the Funeral Fund. Arrangements by the Beeler Funeral Home, Middleville. Payne Lake is being over run by Eurasian Milfoil. In an effort to combat this in­ troduced lake weed which spreads rapidly, the mem­ bers of the Payne Lake Homeowners Association have been working with a consultant on ways to con­ trol this plant. Working with Anthony Groves of Progressive Engi­ neering in Grand Rapids, the board met on June 21 to dis­ cuss their options. Groves is Your Hometown Full Service Garden Center! Creek lot sale Arlene (Connie) Walker LAS VEGAS. NEVADA Arlene (Connie) Walker, longtime resident of Las Vegas. Nevada, formerly of Caledonia, Michigan, passed away June 11 th. helping them form an as­ sessment district. If the Yankee Springs Township Board approves the assessment district each homeowner would pay their “fair share” according to as­ sociation president Jerry Page. A petition is being circu­ lated and at least 51 percent of homeowners must sign the petition before it can be presented to the Yankee Springs Township Board. “This process is a little simpler for us than it was for Staff Writer She was preceded in death by her husband Merritt Walker and longtime com­ panion Art Force. She is survived by a sister, Nettie Baughman of Hastings. Michigan and sis­ ter-in-law. Dons Loring of Caledonia. Michigan, also several nieces and nephews and grand nieces and nephews. A private burial service will be held at a later date. Memorial contributions may be made to the charity of your choice. the Gun Lake Protective As­ sociation who had to get ap­ proval from 4 tow nships and two counties before the Gun Lake board could be formed.” Page says. Payne Lake is entirely in­ side Yankee Springs town­ ship. Page hopes to present this assessment district re­ quest to the Yankee Springs Board at the July 10 meet­ ing. Petitions must be signed by July 5. 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Board opts io negotiate on metal building ' by Ruth Zachary Staff Writer The Caledonia Township Board June 18 tabled a deci­ sion on a request to rezone property owned by Jim Steketee on the east side of M-37, from a planned unit development to general commercial. The Township Planning Commission had recom­ mended denial. Supervisor Bryan Harri­ son explained that a PUD is a shared vision between the township and the owner for standards for a particular de­ velopment. He said a dis­ agreement between Steketee and the Planning Commis­ sion had led to Stekctee’s re­ quest to rezone the properly. The building was thought not to meet the construction design and materials agreed to in the original PUD. The building was con­ structed in 1992, but since then it appeared the town­ ship did nothing to change the situation until the past year or so, when Steketee came with other plans for additional development around the building. At least no attempts to obtain changes have been recorded in the township record of the PUD Photos presented by Steketee prior to approval showed a different plan for material than steel, which was used, and garage doors are located in the front, when they were in back on the plans. Harrison said the building was more to the standard of an industrial building. He said the photos were referred to, but were not numbered. Time has fogged the memory of the staff and the developer, who is not sure the photos referred to the building he said he would build. Harrison said if the photo is the exhibit, there re­ mains the neglect by the township to enforce the standard in ten years. Steketee has said it would cost too much to change it now. Harrison said the heart of the issue was, "should he be required to do what he said he was going to do?" Harrison said there were other issues. The plan also included a berm in the front, which has since been re­ moved by the MDOT when the highway was widened. Steketee was compensated, and it could be argued the berming should have been replaced. Harrison said "I would ar­ gue, since this was a recent violation of the PUD, go back and ask him to replace the berms." He had put in deceleration lanes, a new driveway and moved his sign. Harrison said. Adjustments had been made except for the berm. If the rezoning is ap­ proved, "the contract is null and void," Harrison said, "and we lose any ability... to enforce the requirements." He said while he was not willing to hold the residen­ tial zoning hostage, or the entire piece of property hos­ tage. "we still have an issue, and an opportunity to ad­ dress it." Harrison said the steel building in the PUD is cur­ rently home to several smaller business. He said although the township should not ask Steketee to rebuild the struc­ ture, or move the garage doors to the back, he said, "I think there are things to make it a more attractive building, we can agree on, and the berming could be re­ placed." He suggested details, brick or fieldstone, rela­ tively cheap changes could be used to benefit the value of the building, and dress it up for the community. Harrison said he hoped to table the matter to negotiate further. He said this could be the last chance to come to a reasonable resolution. If requests failed, enforcement could be an option. Trustce/Commissioner CHARTER TOWNSHIP OF CALEDONIA COONTY OF KENT, MICHIGAN PUBLIC NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that on July 7, 2003, at 7:00 p.m., the Planning Commission of the Charter Township of Caledonia will hold a public hearing at the Caledonia Township and Village Hall, 250 South Maple Street, Caledonia, Michigan, on the application of Vince Meaney for the rezoning of lands from the R-R, Rural Residential District, to C-2, General Business District. Such lands are located at 7163 Broadmoor Avenue, S.E., and are legally described as follows: THAT PART OF W 1/2 NW 1/4 LYING SWLY OF SWLY LINE OF BROADMOOR AVE/STL M37 - 120 FT WIDE/ & LYING SELY OF A LINE BEARING N 60D 26M 10S E FROM A PT 528.63 FT N 0D 17M 27S W ALONG W SEC LINE FROM W 1/4 COR 256.70 FT TO PT OF ENDING ON CL OF RELOCATED BROADMOOR AVE /STL M37/ EX S 300 FT * SEC 8 T5N R10W 1.27 A. Caledonia Township, Kent County, Michigan. All interested persons may attend the public hearing and be heard with regard to the requested rezoning. Written comments concerning the proposed rezoning may be submit­ ted to the Township office, at the above-stated address, up to the time of the public hear­ ing. Dated. June 17, 2003 July 1.2003 PLANNING COMMISSION OF THE CHARTER TOWNSHIP OF CALEDONIA CHARTER TOWNSHIP OF CALEDONIA COONTY OF KENT, MICHIGAN PUBLIC NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that on July 7. 2003. at 7:00 p.m., the Planning Commission of the Charter Township of Caledonia will hold a public hear­ ing at the Caledonia Township and Village Hall, 250 South Maple Street, Caledonia, Michigan, on the application of Burke Thompson for the rezontng of lands from the A, Agricultural District, to R-3, Medium Density Multiple Family District Such lands are located at 5989 68th Street. S E and are legally described as follows E 225 FT OF S 940 FT OF SW 1/4 * SEC 5 T5N R10W 4 85 A Caledonia Township, Kent County. Michigan All interested persons may attend the public heanng and be neard with regard to the requested rezontng. Wntten comments concerning the proposed rezoning may be submitted to the Township office, at the above-stated address, up to the time of the public heanng Dated June 17, 2003 Juty 1.2003 PLANNING COMMISSION OF THE CHARTER TOWNSHIP OF CALEDONIA 06615120 339 ___ _ Wally Bujak described the situation as an impasse. Re­ modeling of the building had been asked for by the Planning Commission, but they could not agree on a date for when that remodel­ ing would occur, or to what extent. "That's where the im­ passe began." He said it was the first time a reversal of a PUD zoning back to the previous zoning had been considered in Caledonia Township. He said approving it would mean the building was in conformance with the Gen­ eral Business zoning, and "we will be stuck with this building as it is." He was in favor of enforcing the PUD. Trustee Bill Bravata said Steketee was a good citizen who had been "instrumental in doing some good things for the township. How many times does that get forgot­ ten? We have short memo­ ries when it comes to good things. "We are responsible also, to you folks. If we have a problem with you, we need to put it in writing. We need to send you a letter and say we have a concern." In regard to the building, nearly 12 years old, "We've never really put the concern on paper. He's never re­ ceived anything that states he is in noncompliance. "I'm very concerned that when we have issues like this that come to us that could cause litigation, could cost us money, ... a lot of time,... and it's not on paper. Bravata also favored ta­ bling the issue, and sug­ gested reaching out a hand to Steketee to try... and in­ vestigate possible resolu­ tions. "I think there's a way to fix this... talk it through." He suggested maybe the building could be fixed if se­ quenced with "the comple­ tion of another building, or two. and put a time frame on it." Robertson asked if the matter was tabled, who would negotiate? Township Planner-Man­ ager Dave Zylstra said a considerable amount of time and effort had gone into try­ ing to work this out with Steketee. Robertson said the board defers to the work of various committees on other mat­ ters, "because they looked at it carefully, but in the matter of the planning commission. who look at it carefully, if we don't agree with them, then that’s not good enough. I think we have to be honest with ourselves." Bravata said a lot of good people had worked on this, but they forgot "to do the first most important thing, to put the issues on paper." He acknowledged it was in the PUD document, from 12 years before. Harrison said this was characteristic of a larger problem. "We do a pretty good job of front loading subdivi­ sions. PUDs. developments, the projects come through. See metal building, pg. 13 MIDDLEVILLE Village Council Meeting Synopsis VILLAGE OF MID­ DLEVILLE, MICHIGAN COUNCIL MEETING, MIN­ UTES JUNE 10, 2003 The regular meeting of the Village of Middleville. Michigan Council was called to order at 7:00 p.m. by Mr. Lon Myers, Council President of the Village of Middleville, Michigan, in the Council Chamber of the Village Hall. Members present: Mr. Floyd Bray, Mrs Dorothy Corson, Mr. William Kenyon, Mr. Michael Lytle, Mr. Lon Myers, Mr. Charles Pullen and Mrs. Marilyn VandenBerg. A Public Hearing was held for the purpose of hearing citizen comment regarding retaining current millage. Minutes of the May 27, 2003 meeting were approved as written. The Agenda was approved Charter Township of CALEDONIA as written. ACTIONS TAKEN 1. Adopted Resolution #03-018. Resolution to Approve the Levy of an Additional Millage rate of 2003 Taxes, on a motion made by Mr Bray and sup­ ported by Mr Lytle. Roll call vote resulted in all Ayes. 2. Adopted Resolution #03019, Approval of MDOT Grant Contract #03-5258, on a motion made by Mrs VandenBerg and supported by Mr. Lytle. Roll call vote resulted in all Ayes. 3. Approved the invoices dated June 06, 2003 in the amount of $63,094 00, on a motion made by Mr. Pullen and supported by Mrs. VandenBerg 4. Authorized Staff to develop an agreement with David Dykstra to allow the extension of the water main east from Grand Rapids Street to the easternmost lot line of Lot 2 and to allow David Dykstra to extend the sewer main from the entrance of Phase II of Cider Mill westerly to the eastern­ most lot line of Lot 2, contin­ gent on notes and recom­ mendation of the Village Engineer, on a motion made by Mr Bray and supported by Mr. Lytle 5. Adjourned the meeting at 7:45 p.m. on a motion made by Mr Bray and sup­ ported by Mr Kenyon. Respectfully submitted, Rhonda L. Fisk, Clerk The complete text of the min­ utes may be read at the Village Hall between the hours of 9:00 a m. and 5:00 p.m., Monday through Friday. 10. NEW BUSINESS MEETING NOTICE A Motion - Final Preliminary A regular meeting of the Plat Approval for Phase 2 Charter Township of Caledonia of ‘Blackstone Estates’ Board of Trustees will be held B. Appointment/Confirmation beginning at 7:00 p.m. on - To the ‘Local Officers Wednesday, July 2, 2003, Compensation at the Caledonia Township/ Commission’. Village Hall, 250 Maple Street, C. Appointment/Confirmation Caledonia, Michigan - To the ‘Public Safety NOTE: Individuals with disabili­ Advisory Committee*. ties may request auxiliary aids D. Motion - Alaska Hall and services for the meting by contacting the Township Clerk 11. BOARD COMMENTS at (616) 891-0070 12. PUBLIC COMMENT TENTATIVE AGENDA (EXTENDED - UP TO 5 MIN­ 1. CALL TO ORDER/ROLL UTES) CALL 13. ADJOURNMENT NMM1 2. PLEDGE OF ALLE­ 066152*4 GIANCE AND INVOCATION 3. CONSIDERATION OF CHARTER TOWNSHIP THE MEETING AGENDA 4. PUBLIC COMMENT (BRIEF - UP TO 2 MINUTES) 5. APPROVAL OF THE PUBLIC NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that on July7. 2003, at 100 CONSENT AGENDA p.m., the Planning Commission of the Charter Township of A Minutes of the June 18. Caledonia wtH hold a pobUc heanng at tt* Caledonia Township and 2003 Board of Trustees Village Hall 250 South Maple Street Caledonia Michigan, concern­ Meeting ing the application of Greg Hekler for a special permit to construct B Correspondence Not and use an accessory bulking on a parcel of land m the A. Requiring Board Action Agricultural District, said lands being described as 4971 84th Street, C Approval to Pay Bills S.E. and legally described as foKows 6. INQUIRY OF CONFLICT E 250 FT OF SWRL 1/4 EX N 350 FT ’ SEC 18 T5N R10W 5.57 A OF INTEREST Alt interested persons may attend the public heanng and comment 7. REPORTS FROM BOARD upon the proposed special land use Written comments may be sub­ OFFICERS AND STAFF mitted to the township office at trie above stated address, up to the 8 CORRESPONDENCE time of the public hearing. 9 UNFINISHED BUSINESS A Resolution - Letter from Dated Juty 1. 2003 Legal Council Regarding PLANNING COMMISSION OF THE Blackstone Estates 065M246 CHARTER TOWNSHIP OF CALEDONIA Consent Judgement Amendment OF CALEDONIA COUNTY OF KENT, MICHIGAN �The Sun and News. Middleville. Ml/July 1. 2003/Page 13 Garden Grove amendment allows more senior housing by Ruth Zachary Staff Writer The Garden Grove senior citizens' apartment complex has earned permission to ex­ pand to 49 instead of 40 two-story structures and re­ duce apartment sizes. The Caledonia Township Board on June 18 amended the planned unit develop­ ment consent judgment, which will allow changing parcel G. Tim Alspec spoke for Porter Hills, a firm special­ izing in constructing retire­ ment facilities, said Housing and Urban Development (HUD) standards set the number of units, size, and other community amenities to be provided in each build­ ing for the residents, such as a community room for 100, dining facilities, a beauty shop, a common gar­ den area, an exercise room and laundry. The apartments, smaller than planned for in the con­ sent judgment, would now be an average of 520 square feet, one bedroom, with kitchen, bath, living, dining and storage space included. HUD authorities have found the smaller apartments are more suited to single senior needs. Alspec said this was the sixth building the firm has constructed. All facilities follow the plan prescribed by HUD. He pointed out the community space in the structure helps supplement the space needs of the resi­ dents. The apartments meet the needs of low income people for a quality of life they can afford. Betsy Stellingworth lives in one such complex in Plainfield Township. She said the 540 square feet was adequate. "It’s very comfortable liv­ ing, secure, its a real happy life for me. I think most of the people that live there feel that way." Lucille Vanderlin, a neighbor in the same Porter Hills building, said "You would have to come and visit us because it is just the most wonderful place to live. We have a whole kitchen, so we can still cook. And a nice living room, bed­ room and a bath. And frankly at my age I don’t need any more than that. That’s enough to clean. "We also have a big com­ munity room. Coffee and lunches are served there. We have bingo games and if you want to have a family party you can reserve that. We have an exercise room up­ stair. We have another liv­ ing room with a big screen TV and a library. It’s a lovely, lovely place to live. It’s safe, secure, and we all look out for each other, and we re all happy." Trust Us "You build it... and they’ll fill it up." It is a two-story facility with elevators. The resulting reduced building footprint size in­ creases the green space in the area. The two friends said the landscaping at their facility was beautiful. Parcel G was slated for senior apartments in the consent judgment. The re­ quest amendment would permit 20 carports and 73 parking spaces for use by the residents and guests, Metal building, contd. from page 12------and they put them through the wringer in the Planning Commission (with details). Then we put it in a file and it sits there for 12 years, and we don’t do anything." as far as going out to verify the lots match the sketch, the trees planted on the berm as agreed upon, etc. He said the enforcement officer needed to dust off the files and go out to the loca­ tions to see if they are doing what they said they would do. Developers have changed all their lot sizes and never came back to make the change "Is that important?” he asked. “Yeah. This is a larger problem we need to start addressing." fewer than originally ex­ pected. but said to be appro­ priate for this demographic of residents. Other portions of the de­ velopment are not yet planned. Commercial areas need to be supported by a balance of residents, devel­ oper Tom Garbow ex­ plained. The plan is still subject to site plan review by the Plan­ ning Commission. Beyond that, before occu­ pancy, the construction must be thoroughly inspected, to see the intent of the agree­ ment is enforced. Trustee Bill Bravata said. Township Planner-man­ ager Dave Zylstra said this would be looked at by the zoning administrator, who. recently hired, is just learn­ ing the job. Trustee Wally Bujak was hesitant to amend a consent judgment and worried the township would end up modifying every such agree­ ment and was not in support. Trustee Richard Robert­ son shared concerns over the D.C.,F.I.C.P.A. 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Superintendent Kevin Konarska credited the hard work done by Business Manager Alice Jansma for helping keep the district sol­ vent and viable. The fund balance will be slightly above 10 percent of the budget for this year. The board also approved amendments to the budget for 2002-2003. Total reve­ nue is $21,046,467 for this year, slightly down from the estimated revenue. The fund balance was set at $1,722,887. Total expenditures for this year are $20,800,722. In­ struction cost the district $12,234,022. The board approved for a first reading some changes in policy that needed to be reviewed due to legislation, legal precedents and other issues. The entire budget re­ view began in November and will come up for ap­ by Patricia Johns Staff Writer After a public hearing June 23, members of the Thornapple Kellogg School Board approved the pro­ posed budget for the 200304 fiscal year. Revenue from federal, state , intermediate school district and local sources to­ tals $21,438,669. With the addition of the unreserved fund balance of $1,968,632, the total available to appro­ priate is $23,407,301. Expenditures for this year include $12,598,034 for in­ struction. The total appropri­ ated is set at $22,083,152. Due to retirements, the district will have 6.4 fewer teachers next year, but no one was laid off. Some teachers have been reas­ signed. but the block class scheduling system has been retained at the high school. There are some changes planned in the middle school Z's Lawn Service Quality Service at Friendly Prices Brad Zoet Owner Lot us do the work for you Call for a free estimate 616-891-0705 proval for the second read­ ing in July. The board also approved 2.575 percent raises for staff not covered by the union contracts, administrators and the superintendent. This is the same rate employees are getting in the third year of a by Ruth Zachary Staff Writer The Caledonia Township Board has authorized Fire Chief Brian Bennett to look into participating with the South Metro Fire Rescue Coalition, a joint operating pact. Robertson also pointed out the light at 100th Street intersection was especially needed by elderly drivers. Trustee Bill Bravata said, "This is so exciting for me to see our agreement with the Garbows, this quality of arrangement brought before us. Working together, we can bring good things back for the community. In other business June 18, the Township Board: • Approved a rezoning of property on M-37 owned by ‘7 guarantee it. We will not be undersold on Cooper, Sigma, and Hankook Tires. ” - Neil Wilder Cooper Tires Ronks Best in j.d. Power and Associates Study hooper ranked "Best Customer Satisfaction in Replacement Tire for .ight Truck Vehicles in a Tie" in J.D. 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FRONT STRUT JOB WITH ALIGNMENT S-i QK88 (Most cars) A ZF •> ^Wilder’s lire & Auto Service FFM —• AutoCare i CENTER 1 agreement between several township fire departments. Several fire department representatives attended a presentation meeting held in Gaines Township May 13. Bennett, Township Trustee Bill Bravata. serving as Garden Grove, continued from pg. 13 — For All Your Auto Needs! ■ ■ • 4 sear bmj m ♦ Sec *a nh ana • ixsor rao • T nec pBttrvr? year. The superintendent said. “ This has been a remarkable first year. Thank you for the opportunity to serve the dis­ trict.” Board member Dan Parker thanked everyone for his going away cake. He said. “I have enjoyed serv­ ing the district, teachers, stu­ dents and bus drivers. I will continue to be involved. The first meeting of the new fiscal year will be on Monday. July 14, at 7:30 p.m. Fire Rescue Coalition idea to be researched Wilder’s... “The Hometown Boys” LIFELINER CLASSIC II three-year contract. “I am very pleased to be working with Kevin (Konarska),” board president David Smith said, “he has met and surpassed my expectations." Konarska’s three-year contract with the district has been extended an additional 818 E. Clinton St., Hastings 269-948-2192 Jim Steketee and Hartigh Partners from agricultural to medium density single fam­ ily. The master plan sup­ ports R-3 zoning. • Received an explanation from Supervisor Bryan Har­ rison of a bill to pay Aron Bravata $2,400 for cemetery repairs before approval was given. Harrison said he had authorized graveling of a drive in Alaska Cemetery, prior to Memorial Day serv­ ices. Tree work had also been arranged, to rectify damage caused by an earlier ice storm. The urgency to complete the work prior to the important holiday was the reason for bypassing the normal bidding process. The bill was questioned by Trustee Richard Robert­ son. He thought it should be listed under repairs, rather than professional services, which would include such items as grave opening. Clerk Pat Snyder said the work could be listed under either category. She de­ fended the work done, and said it was 100 percent im­ provement over the way it was. Robertson added he was uncomfortable with hiring of relatives of township offi­ cials, especially since the job had not resulted from a bidding process. Chair of the Caledonia Fire and Safety Dept, and Fire and Safety Advisor Bill Thornton attended. Town­ ship Treasurer Jill Cardwell and Clerk Pat Snyder also observed the presentation. The goal in participating in the coalition is to maxi­ mize access to equipment, increase effectiveness of fire crews, reduce time to arrive and dispatch an emergency, and raise the quality of serv­ ice in all the departments that take part in such an op­ erating agreement. Bravata said with the number of men on the job. held in reserve, and given the equipment being called to competing emergencies at the same time, sometimes the result was a tragedy, such as a home which had been gutted recently. He said officials wanted to raise the level of service it was able to provide to citizens. This could lower the insur­ ance rates for homes in the district. Materials were provided in a three-ring binder for- mat. which are to be made available in the future to Caledonia trustees. Trustee Richard Robert­ son wanted to be able to re­ view the written documenta­ tion in depth, and trustees decided to postpone a short presentation that had been prepared for the June 18 meeting. A half hour presentation on the agreement may be made at a future board meet­ ing. with consideration for approval of the township's joining the coalition. Caledonia Township Su­ pervisor Bryan Harrison said the mutual agreement muld restructure hew services are provided, with possible mil­ lage implications, which would need in-depth investi­ gation. Trustee Wally Bujak said he was in support of the concept, but use of Caledo­ nia's fire millage, the highest of the departments in the coalition, would be of con­ cern to Caledonia residents if inequities were found. MACHINIST JOBS Immediate full-time, 1st shift openings are available for experienced machinists to operate precision manual and CNC machines. Candidates must have high mechanical aptitude, read blueprints to hold tight tolerances as well as have their own precision measuring tools. Competitive pay and benefits available. 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The academy is sponsored by the Michigan Freedom Foundation, a group of busi­ ness and military leaders in­ terested in exposing high school-age students to a greater awareness of the ob­ ligation and responsibilities inherent to a free and demo­ cratic society. The academy has four pri­ mary objectives: 1) promote a sense of patriotism, 2) fur­ ther the desire to lead, 3) en­ hance one's appreciation for freedom, and 4) provide a better understanding of a citizen's civic responsibility. Speakers for the academy Three local gymnasts compete at state meet The Level V USAG team from Middleville Gymnas­ tics in Motion competed at the state meet May 5 and 6 at Eastern Michigan Univer­ sity. Abbie Foote mcdalcd in all four events, second in the state on the beam with a score of 8.725, fourth in the Call 945*9554 anytime for Sun & News classified ads attendees are students seek­ ing nominations to one of the five military service academies. Alan Pangbum, academy director, said. "Student dele­ gates are divided into small groups called flights’and are led by counselors who are often Freedom Academy alumni. Group activities in­ floor exercises with an 8.625, fourth in the vault at at 8.775, and eighth in the bars at 8.45. She was second in the state all-around. Brittany London was sec­ ond on the vault at 8.575 was eighth at 8.25 and was sixth in all-around. Olivia Clipfell was 12th in floor exercises at 8.575 and was 10th in the vault at 8.35. Ail three girls will com­ pete at Level VI in the state meet next year. Gymnastics in Motion has classes for all ages and abili­ ties and a USAG boys’ team. Kaleigh DePew this year include political, business and religious lead­ ers, a college president and members of an anti-drug program. During the week speakers, staff and counsel­ ors seek to provide the dele­ gates new perspectives on how they can work to main­ tain and protect the free­ doms they inherit as citizens of the United States. 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Ml/July 1. 2003 Caledonia students finish year with awards, honors, usual fun by Cathy Rueter Staff Writer Students from Emmons nia are just starting to enjoy Lake Elementary in Caledo­ their second full week of summer break, while the rest of the students are starting to work on their third week. School activities and pro­ jects are still ongoing for some students as they con- The Dutton Odyssey of the Mind team of Sam Ward. Adam Pattison. Danny Oster. Adam Ho­ man. Taylor Ward, Kelsey Caswell and Morgan Weiss, coached by Mary Weiss and Linda Ward, performed so well that they took third place at State earning themselves a bronze medal to take home. Introducing... Ed's New Complete Aut^& Truck Glass Service! | /Ji Quality l^JrAuto Glass t Quality Service > 1 at an affordable price Mobile Service Direct Insurance Billing Certified Technicians 100% SATISFACTION GUARANTEED There’s No Substitute For Quality... 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The fol­ lowing are just a few of the activities, honors and pro­ jects that gave students and staff members plenty to do in May and early June. With many projects, exhi­ bitions and presentations, Caledonia High School stu­ dents had a great finish to Continued next page Cindy Ordway Loan Originator Call Cindy to find out how she can help you with a mortgage, refinancing, home equity loan, line of credit, construction loan, and more. 1.800.267.3830 Twinkies anyone? These sixth grade students found out its a lot harder to eat a twinkie with all your friends watching and cheering you on to beat the other team. [black topsoil' Screened or Unscreened Sand, Gravel, Crushed Concrete DOZER WORK Stumps, Clearing, Driveways or 945.9561 'Annual Percentage Rate as ot June 26. 2003 and s subject to change Equdl I Raising Lender Member FDIC » 269-795-7830 J �The Sun and News. Middleville. MVJuly 1. 2003/Page 17 From previous page their 2002-03 school year. Seniors held their annual Senior Exhibitions "to show what we know." demonstrat­ ing what they had learned throughout their four years of school. Senior exhibitions are a graduation requirement at CHS. Seniors are required to give an oral presentation as well as show written work in a student portfolio display. A 20-minute demonstration from a research project is re­ quired in the oral presenta­ tion. Students are assessed by a three-person evaluation team consisting of an expert in the field the student has researched, a community member (not related) and the students’ senior exhibi­ tion advisor. Students were evaluated on such items as time man­ agement. research skills and project development. The senior exhibitions are an op­ portunity for students to demonstrate creative self­ expression. research skills, presentational skills and the ability to complete long­ term projects. Information on everything from the crea­ tion of the world to chiro­ practic practices was pre- Through hard work and determination these stu­ dents from Caledonia High School were able to take home medals and ribbons from the Special Olympics Summer com­ petition in Mt. Pleasant. CMS students tried to outdo each other with races of strategy, determination and just plain silliness during the Power Jam II. Quality work at competitive prices Senior Citizen Discounts Written Labor Warranty Licensed and Insured RESIDENTIAL ROOFING SPECIALIST Tear-offs & Re-roofs ALL STAR ROOFING Call us for a free Professional Estimate <616) 877-4253_______ sented during the exposi­ tions. Several Caledonia High School students have re­ ceived awards and honors within the last month or so. Hannah Ezinga. one such student, finished her senior year with the Girl Scout Gold Award, the program’s highest honor, through the Girl Scouts of Michigan Trails Council. Ezinga. a Girl Scout for ten years, she joins the ranks of only 2.500 Girl Scouts nationwide (annually) to achieve the award. To earn the honor, girls must spend numerous hours participat­ ing in community service projects in addition to de­ signing a project based on her interests. She must then spend, at minimum, 50 hours implementing the pro­ ject. Ezinga chose to inform the Caledonia community about Girl Scouts as her pro­ ject. She created Girl Scout information books and pre­ sented Girl Scout work­ shops. Girls attending the workshops were able to earn badges and help assemble six notebooks that were dis­ tributed to local and elemen­ tary libraries. Now that she has graduated, Ezinga is planning to pursue a degree in writing and journalism. Amanda Rogers, from CHS, received honorable mention in the American Foreign Services Associa­ tion’s National Hign School Essay Contest sponsored by the association and the Nel­ son B. Delavan Foundation. This is the fifth year for the high school essay contest by AFSA. Rogers’ essay passed through three levels of judg­ ing before being selected as a finalist among the entries received for around the na­ tion and overseas. It is hoped that Secretary of State Colin Powell will be in at­ tendance at a celebration ceremony for the winners and 23 finalists sometime in August or September of this year. A specific date has not been set as of yet, due to Secretary Powell’s schedule. Rogers and her family will be issued an invitation to travel to Washington D.C for the event when a date is set. Andrew Blanchard gradu­ ated this year as winner of the Caledonia Sons of the American Legion Post #305 scholarship. This scholar­ ship has been awarded annu­ ally for ten years. It is based upon a student's patriotism, citizenship, discipline, lead­ ership and scholastic achievments while maintain­ ing a high grade point aver­ age. Blanchard has partici­ pated in many extra-curricu­ lar activities including Boys State where he was Speaker of the House Pro Tempore. He also volunteered as a mentor, volunteered at St. Mary’s Hospital and com­ peted on the varsity tennis team for four years. Blan­ chard also was a member of the National Honor Society. His current plans, besides enjoying the summer, are to attend either Michigan State University or Western Michigan Unvisersity, where he will study to be­ come a physician. A group of Caledonia High School special educa­ tion athletes competed at Mt. Pleasant for the Special Olympic Summer Games. The games included events such as shot put, 50-meter run, long jump and softball throw. Each student walked away with medals or ribbons in the events that they par­ ticipated in. CHS special education teacher Mary Berger coached the team of Lisa and Jessie Garza, Joel VanVeldhuisen, Aaron Free, Mary Martin. Brandy Den­ ton. Astacia Bullen, Tiffany Polmanteer and Chris Malec. CHS student Laura Dan­ ielson received word this spring that she will be trav­ eling with the 2003 Blue Lake International Northern Wind Ensemble. Danielson, heading into her sophomore year at CHS, will be travel- ing throughout nine Euro­ pean countries with the Blue Lake International Exchange Program in conjunction with the Blue Lakes Fine Arts Camp in Muskegon. This is the 34th annual European tour, the exchange program having started in 1970. Danielson will be traveling to such places as Austria. Denmark, Ger­ many, Spain and Sweden. Ted Bazany. assistant di­ rector of bands, is directing the 52-member Northern Wind Ensemble at Grand Valley State University. They, like the other five mu­ sical groups on the tour, had just one week of intensive training at the camp to ready themselves for the expedi­ tion. Numerous Caledonia Middle School students par­ ticipated in many activities this spring, including the Michgian Mathematics League (MML) contest. More than 30 CMS students received special recognition (top 10) with their score in MML while the following students achieved a top five ranking (with a few ties): Sixth grade — Michelle Walker. Michelle Butcher. Chelsea Denton. Alex VanWerden. Stephen Bab­ cock. Yelena Boykov and Jennifer Campfield. Seventh grade — Tom Fifer. Jordan Cook, David Mahawili. Aron Dailey and Kayla Continued next page RATES LOW? YOU CAN DO BETTER! We offer an alternative with an effective annual yield of... Flexible Premium Deferred Annuity • Interest compounded tax deferred • Guaranteed never Io fall below 3% • Surrender charges may apply for early withdrawal • From Farm Bureau Life Insurance Company <>f Michigan *LP 119 (V 9K» I4i0h Infrrru anti A Lifetime Retirement Income. Call Today MB FARM BUREAU M. INSURANCE 1-800-443-5253 LYNN DENTON AGENCY 9410 Spring Creek Ct., Middleville, Ml 49333 111 N. 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The team of Luke Gascho, Brandon Postcma, lAike Taylor and Brian Wilder shattered the old record by 14 seconds running a 9:51.5. The 1600 relay team of Luke Gascho. Andrew Schiably, Brennan Batdorff and Eric Duryea at 4:03 tied an­ other CMS school record. Luke Gascho was close in the 800-meter run when he ran a 2:15, just missing a school record held by Tim Ross in 2:14. Caledonia Elementary took on a new principal well, at least for one day. Mr. Dakota Relford made some very important deci­ sions in his role as ‘Principal for the Day’ while the new student (Principal) Cheryl O’Connor, tried to keep up with the rest of the fourth grade students in Mrs. Sil­ er’s class. Mr. Relford's first act of leadership was to declare Hawaiian Day. He met with district officials and helped solve the problem of atten­ dance taking when a com­ puter glitch stopped the nor­ mal automated process. The best part of the day, through, may have been lunchtime when Mr. Relford allowed student O’Connor the honor of having Chinese takeout with him. Caledonia Elementary has decided to replace the regu- Call for Classifieds Phone 945-9554 or 1-800-870-7085 24 Hours a Day -7 Days a Week For Sun & News ACTION-Msl Kettle Lake continues to raise funds for the (playground) equipment by holding a senes of car washes... scheduled for July and August. Keep an eye on the sign out front for days and times. lar PTO meetings with Fam­ ily Council nights. These evenings of school-based in­ formation will begin with a potluck dinner at 6. followed by team projects discussed and carried out. The first Caledonia Elementary Fam­ ily Council Night is sched­ uled for Sept. 8. Once again. Dutton Ele­ mentary is the location for students participating in the summer clinic through July 10. This clinic, designed to reinforce and maintain skills learned during the previous year, is for students entering second through sixth grade. Dutton Elementary was proud to send their Odyssey of the Mind team not only to the regionals but to the state championships as well. The team of Sam Ward. Adam Pattison. Danny Oster, Adam Homan. Taylor Ward. Kelsey Caswell and Morgan Weiss, coached by Mary Weiss and Linda Ward, per­ formed so well that they took third place at state, earning them a bronze medal to take home. Emmons Lake Elemen­ tary held its annual Loved Ones’ breakfast. The smell 03 Chevy Express 03 Pontiac Montana ALL WHEEL-DRIVE, ong. sticker $.34,160 ALL-WHEEL DRIVE, 6.000 miles Prt-owntd Price by Patricia Johns Staff Writer The Thornapple Area Parks and Recreation com­ mission has decided to hold its third TAPRC Open Sat­ urday, Aug. 23, at the Mullenhurst Golf Course. This is a fun filled day. starting at 8 a.m. at the course at 9877 Mullen Road, just half a mile from Gun Lake. The TAPRC still needs Thornapplc Kellogg High School host an In The Zone tennis camp from July 28August 1, from 4 p.m. - 6:30 p.m. each day. The camp will be divided into high school, middle school, and elementary school groups. Campers will learn the fun­ damentals, strategy, and sportsmanship of tennis through a variety of drills and 'As-ls" Specials 96 Chevy Corsica 98 Chevy Lumina LTZ Leather, sunroof ... 94 Chevy 1/2 Ton 4x4 Pickup 92 Ford Aerostar Van CAVIN s2,995 s4,995 s5,995 s2,995 games. Younger kids will use spe­ cial low nets, and extra light balls to help improve their confidence and success rate. Certified tennis pros and high school coaches teach the camp. The cost is $75 and in­ cludes a T-shirt. For sign-up and any ques­ tions call Steve Greene at (616)889-5571. playground equipment. War­ ren pumped gas at Campau Comers gas station for the second year as one of his fund-raisers. He also gath­ ered pledges for his annual run in the Fifth Third River Bank race. He finished with a respectable time of 2:52. Kettle Lake continues to raise funds for the equip­ ment by holding a series of car washes, one of which was held Monday. June 30. Other car washes are sched­ uled for July and August. Keep an eye on the sign out front for days and times. sign on the course. Prize sponsors are also needed. In­ formation is available on line at www.signmeup.com/ 20414. The cost per foursome is $250, which includes 18 holes of golf. cart, lunch, re­ freshments and tournament prizes. Make checks payable to lAI’RC and mail to P.O. Box 250. Middleville 49333. Special events during the day will include a longest drive contest, longest putt contest, a closest to the pin contest. Registration deadline is Aug. 20. Call 795-7202 for more information. 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Bronze sponsors donate $100 for a Tennis balls will be flying in the final week of July at TK 03 Buick Century $13,495 their third annual yard sale. Proceeds from the bake sale. $300. went toward fighting childhood hunger in Michi­ gan. Kettle Lake students also presented a check for $715 to Maranda at the DeVos Children’s Hospital during a taping of the Chil­ dren’s Miracle Network broadcast. The students gained the money through various fund-raisers. Kettle Lake Principal Chris Warren, with help from KL PTO, has been leading his school in several fund-raisers toward new TAPRC golf outing planned for August *22,995 *26,995 00 Pont Bonneville of juice, muffins, scrambled eggs and French toast sticks greeted many family and friends as they entered Em­ mons Lake to enjoy the time with their students. Emmons Lake also built a courtyard on the school property. Students and their families were invited to do­ nate seeds and plantings from their own gardens to enhance the project. Kettle Lake Elementary was busy raising funds this past spring. They held their first ‘Great American Bake Sale’ in conjunction with Josh Jeffrey’s bowling skill was recognized this year. This sixth grader came in second in a regional Special Olympics competition. JOSH CLARK ROOFING, WINDOWS Ac SIDING: Free estimates for new roofs, re-roofs, tear-offs, windows Ac siding. We've done 500+ roofs in Barry Ac Kent Coun­ ty. No subcontracting. 24hr leak repair. (616)560-3305 WATER DELIVERED FOR swimming pools, hot tubs, etc. Call Tim for fast reliable service, reasonable rates at 517-719-6319. Servicing Bar­ ry, Ionia, Kent Ac surround­ ing areas. JB HARRISON INSURANCE AGENCY COMPETITIVE HOME RATES Sing Hastings Mutual SALES HOURS • Chevrolet • Buick • Pontiac 795-3318 • 891-8151 M-37 North of Middleville. Across from Middlevilla 02582419 SERVICE HOURS Daniel Urich Tues. - Fri. 8 to 5. 6090 Alden Nash, Alto 05515129 Judy Harrison 868-0050 �The Sun and News. Middleville. Ml/July 1. 2003/Page 19 Business Services ALL STAR ROOFING: residential roofing specialists. TearoTfs, reroofs. Quality work at competitive prices. Written labor warranty, li­ censed & insured. Senior Citizen discounts. Call for a free professional estimate, <616)877-4253. GUTTER LEAF GUARD: We install several styles of leaf protection for your gut­ ter & downspout system, one for every problem 4c budget. Before you sign a high priced contract with the big city firms, get a price from us. We've served this area since 1959. BLEAM EAVESTROUGHING (269)945-0004____________ REMODELING, NEW CONSTRUCTION, addi­ tions, decks, drywall repairs, licensed. Call Rich at (616)868-1102. Card of Thanks THE FAMILY OF Bob Chapel wish to thank their family, neighbors and friends for their kindness and car­ ing during our loss Thank you tor the cards, flowers and prayers. Mother, Hilda Chapel Sister, Julie VanderMuelen For Rent 4220 NORMAN DRIVE, Grand Rapids, roomy 2 bed­ room, no pets, $450 + heat, (616)698 9026 or 616-5542498. CONDO: furnished or un­ furnished 5691 Leisure South, Kentwood $675 plus maintenance fee. Available. Cali late evenings (616)6989026, days (616)554-2498. GUN LAKE: lake front, large 2 bedroom, 1 1/2 bath, washer/dryer, dock, poll bam, excellent beach. No smoking or pets, year lease, $700 per month plus utilities and deposit. (269)795-2574 HALL FOR RENT: Caledonia Sportmans Club, newly renovated. For information call (616)891-1168._________ THORN-BARRY APART­ MENTS: 525 Lincoln Street, Middleville 2 bedroom apartments starting at $575. Please call (269)795-3889 to schedule an appointment. Fann FOR SALE: Quarter horses, 1 6 year old barrels/trails. 1 5 year old paint, trails. 1 7 year old professional barrels. Call Shen, (269)838-7994. NEW HORSE BOARDING FACILITIES: large box stalls with daily turn outs, arena & round pen, $190 a month. Triple F Ranch, (616)8686882. Garage Sale 2 FREE GARAGE SALE signs with your ad that runs in any of our papers. Get them at J-Ad Graphics, 1351 N. M-43 Hwy., Hastings. At the front counter. PUBLISHER S NOTICE: AU real estate aJieruuaf m this •ewspapee u subrci to the Fm< HotnMg Act and the Civil Rights Act »h»ch ci»llecti»<4j it ilkfil Iv aheruic “•ns preference luniiauon or Atcri Moon bated on race, cotar. neiiftc*. sex, hamScap, familial statuv. moomI ongtn. age or marital status or an tmentKxi to male am saadt preference, lanutanon or dtaennunatton " Famtliai saams tadadn children under the age of 1« bvw* »ath parents, or legal custodians. pregnant women and people securing custod* of children under 11 This newspaper wtU not knowu^ls accept any ad*enumg for real estate which n m »tolataon of Ute Law On readers are hereby informed that ail dwellings advertised m the. newspaper are available on an equal opporanury basts To report dtscnmmatKW. caB the Fan Housing Center ar 616-451 2W0 The HI D toll free telephone number for the hcanng impaired is :-WO-W7-92?5 GARAGE SALE; THURS­ DAY, Friday July 3rd & 4th. 9am-2pm. Misc household items. 1872 Pinehill Dr. M37, 5 miles south of Middle­ ville to Pinehaven Estates YARD SALE: 418 Sherman, Middleville. July 3rd 4c 4th. (Thursday & Friday) If rain­ ing, we will have the follow­ ing days. 9am-’ Help Wanted SECRETARY TO THE BUSINESS MANAGER/ ACCOUNTS PAYABLE CLERK/RECEPT1ONIST: High school diploma re­ quired, college degree pre­ ferred. Two years accounting/bookkeeping experi­ ence. Proficiency with Excel and Word software. General business office duties. Apply to Alice Jansma, Business manager, Thomapple Kel­ logg Schools, 10051 Green Lake Rd., Middleville, MI 49333. SKILLED TRADES: Journeyman Machine Repair. Journeyman Machine Repair or equivalent needed to maintain mechanical preci­ sion machines both manual and CNC. Must be self-moti­ vated, work well with others and have own tools. First shift opening with competi­ tive pay and benefit package offered. Send resume and salary requirements to: Bliss Clearing Niagara, Inc. 1004 E. State St., Hastings, MI 49058. Email crog@bcnusa^om. Fax: (269)948-3310. EOE M/F. WORSHIP LEADER/YOUTH MEN­ TOR: First United Methodist Church of Hastings is seek­ ing to expand its ministry team through the addition of Worship Leader/Youth Mentor to its staff Involves working with Pastor, staff and Worship Planning Team to develop and implement our weekly worship experi­ ence through use of music, drama, scripture, video and other special effects. Position also involves working with youth in developing their spiritual maturity. Key re­ quirements of the position include: Depth of maturity in your own faith, Theology and belief philosophy com­ patible with Methodist faith. Quality vocalist and instru­ mentalist, Leadership skills, Strong communication skills, Knowledge of Power Point or other video presentation programming. Keen aware­ ness of current trends m Christian music, Experience & desire to work with youth & youth programming and Previous Worship Leader experience (desired). If you feel you are the individual for this opportunity please submit a resume, cover let­ ter, salary requirements and evidence of your qualifica­ tions to: Hastings First Unit­ ed Methodist Church, 209 W. Green St., Hastings, MI 49058, Attn; Brad Van Zyl, Chair SPRC. We will be ac­ cepting applications through July 15th, 2003. Position in­ cludes salary comparable with a 30+ hour work week commensurate with your ex­ perience. Benefit package in­ cluded. Hastings FUMC is an equal opportunity em­ ployer ___ HVAC SERVICE top pay for experienced tech Vehi­ cle, health. 401K. Fax resume to 616-452-6006 or applv in person. Sam-5pm Adex Heating 4c Air, 1435 Century Ave. SW, Grand Rapids. DANCE INSTRUCTOR/ CHOREOGRAPHER: ADV tap, jazz, lyrical and/or bal­ let, technique, varying lev­ els, incentive based on EXP. Send resume- REF to PO Box 8128, Kentwood, MI 49508. CUSTOMER SERVICE LOCAL COMPANY EX­ PANSION, AVERAGE S500/WK. QUALIFY FOR $1,000 SUMMER BONUS. Join a great company and start a new job. No experi­ ence required, hiring imme­ diately. We offer flexible hours, paid weekly, per­ formance review's, clean work environment 4c paid vacations. For one on one in­ terview, call 1-877-688-3035 between 9am-8pm. IF YOU LOVE children 4t want to be part of a team, then ABC Kids in Middle­ ville needs YOU. We are looking for 1 special person to work full time with 2-1/25 yr olds. Wages are $6.35$9.50 per hour, based on ex penence 4c education For more info call Mary (269)795-1282 National Ads BE YOUR OWN BOSS Control hours; Increase in­ come! Excellent SSS Potential full training. Free info. Call or visit www.vista2success, or 1-888-764-5763 CABLE/CATV INSTAL­ LER: to S1200wk + benefits! On job training. Must not be afraid of heights! Need now! (616)949-2424 Jobline fee! FORKLIFT/W A REHOUSE Salary 4c benefits! Fast ad vancement! Hi-Lo exp. a +! Permenant! (616)949-2424 Jobline fee. ROADWORK/CONSTRUCTION LABORERS: to $16/Hr. * benefits! year round/summer! Many need­ ed! Start now! (616)949-2424 Jobline fee. ROUTE DRIVER (CHIP CO.): to 30k + benefits! Local route! On job training! Per­ menant! Need now! (616)949-2424 Jobline fee. Household NEW COUCH: less than lyr. old, custom designed, oversized floral love seat, both sides recline, $1,200. (269)948-7921 NEW BI-LEVEL HOUSE: 4bd., 2 bath. On 1.6 acres. Ridgeview Estates, 3991 Ethel Dr. Middleville, $134,900. (616)698-8221, Tom. No Sunday calls. THORNAPPLE RIVER: Executive 5 bedroom, 3.5 bath walkout, 3 stall garage, 2.7 acres, 230' river frontage. Absolutely immaculate! $339,000.' Brad Baker, (616)550-8683; Five Star Re­ alty, (616)977-7790. COUNTRY HOUSE Cale donia Schools, 3/1 Central H/A, redone 1 year ago. 10395 Coldwater Ave. (road to Caledonia Sportsmen Club). $750 month, $500 se­ curity. Lease, references. Call (352)429-2409 or email DennisHillarv^aol.com Imwii & Garden Wanted WANTED: Young lady looking for an embroidery sewing machine 4c equip­ ment (269)795-2580 Fortune Chef TELEPHONE OPERATOR/ DATA ENTRY: to $13hr.(employment firm). On iob training! Good peo­ ple/phone skills! Start to­ day! (616)949-2424 Jobline fee. WATER GARDENING: Water Lilies 4c Lotus, Aquat­ ic plants. Goldfish 4c Koi, lin­ ers, pumps, filters. Apol's Landscaping Co, 9340 Kala­ mazoo, Caledonia. (616)6981030. Open Mon.-Fri., 9am5:30pm, Sat., 9am-2pm. Recreation PUBLIC SALE: 2000 Mai lard 33' travel trailer, 1 slide out, some water damage, Vm #1 EFl2332242956554. Also 16', 50hp fiber glass Bav Liner year unknown, vin 4BJYL45CUE787. Sale subject to lean with Indian Valley Campground. Title owner Karen and Steven Schwortz. Sale date August 4, 2003 12 pm at 8200 108th St., Middleville, MI. except­ ing bids. 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On Site at Vires 2000! •avmond 269-795-3550 SuSSii 500 Arlington Street (M-37) - Middleville ~ Monday - Thursday 8-5 30 Friday 8-5, Saturday 8-1 �Page 20/The Sun and News. MtodteviUe Ml/July 1, 2003 Caledonia High School m Marching Band made joyd ful music during the Cale1 donia Independence Day I Celebration Parade. Independence Day, continued from front page -ms We are happy to inform you that we will be CLOSED on July 4th! So shop early for your party and picnic needs. SORRY WE’RE CLOSED 'Bad for you, Good for us!‘ Eva Engle, a longtime local volunteer for many activities in Caledonia, was honored as the Hometown Hero’ for the Independence Day Cele­ bration. This was one of the longest lines of fire engines in memory for many parade participants - and one of the biggest highlights for many youngsters. Cherries - Melons - Peaches Plums - Sweet Corn and a whole lot more! Heaps of greenhouse bargains for your garden! S&S Farm Market What would any Inde­ pendence Day Celebra­ tion be without good ol’ Uncle Sam (a.k.a. John Connelly - known to many from the American Legion Post #305.) and GREENHOUSE on M-37 between Middleville & Hastings (269) 795-9758 NEW SUMMER HOURS: Mon. Sat.. 9am-6pm, Sun. 12 noon-Spm Hello Horsie! This miniature pony seams quite content to get a little affection as he patiently waits for his handler to move again. Driver Education Ending July 7th Vehicles From Lakewood Schools We have Regals, Centurys, Cavaliers, LeSabre’s Rendezvous All Silverado’s, Trailblazer’s & Ext. Tahoe’s, Suburban’s f' Miranda Venner, 7, soon to be a second-grader at Kettle Lake Elementary, is being fingerprinted through the ‘I.D. A Kid’ Program with Prudential Fi­ nancial. Example: 2003 Buick LeSabre Rebate $4,000 Driver’s Ed $750 GMS $250 TOTAL $5,000 Plus Bill Seif Savings See a Bill Seif Professional $3,000 Rebates Plus $500 'FREE Onstar <I Plus $250 f equipped , ■ $695.00 Jk value employees only up to $3,750 Bill Seif Chevrolet Buick ’ Mrrh NO “DOC FEE” DEALER Monday & Wednesday 8 to 8; Tuesday, Thursday & Fnday 8-6 Saturday 9 - 12:00 S M-37 IN HASTINGS - 269-945-2425 1-800-235-2425 dealer www.billseifchevbuick.com Caledonia student Christa Reinhart (front) per­ forms her duties well for the Kent County Youth Fair court. � https://barrycountyhistoryportal.org/files/original/25/713/SunandNews_2003-07-08.pdf b83fd05c8bd60a51cfb0f9fe47f680b0 PDF Text Text HaSTIMGS PUBLIC LrBRAPr 121 $ CHURCH SI «ASWS Ml 430531M3 132nd year Middleville, Michigan 49333 No. 287/July 8, 2003 8 will vie for Miss Barry County title July 12 Miranda Covey by Patricia Johns Staff Writer The theme of the Miss Barry County Scholarship Pageant Saturday, July 12, will be “Roaring into the Twenties,” and if past pag­ eants arc any predictor, the evening will be fun filled. Eight young women from around the county will bring their talents to the pageant. Cheryl Peters, producer and founder of the pageant says, “I really enjoy meeting the girls and working with them. I hope people attend and appreciate the quality of the young women. They have worked hard doing fund-raising and at the re­ cent golf outing.” Judy Herrick, community coordinator for St. Mary’s Hospital, will be the emcee for the evening. She is also the president of the Grand Rapids chapter of the Sweet Rebecca Dufresne Adelines. Peters hopes the girls have a chance to talk with Herrick since in her profes­ sional and avocational life she has had the opportunity to travel, has communica­ tions expertise and works well with people. The pageant will be held at the Thornapple Kellogg High School auditorium be­ ginning at 7 p.m. that Satur­ day. Dancers from Harmony Dance Source in Middleville will be providing entertain­ ment during the ceremony. Tickets are $10 for adults and $5 for children at the door. This is the third year that the Miss Middleville Barry County pageant has been af­ filiated with the Miss Amer­ ica Scholarship pageant or­ ganization. The Miss Mid­ dleville pageant was held as an independent pageant the Amanda Fisk first year and the event was expanded to include all of the county the second year. The eight contestants are: • Miranda Covey, 19, is a freshman at the University of Michigan in Ann Arbor. She is a resident of Mid­ dleville. Her platform is the Big Brothers and Big Sisters program, with’3 focus on adolescent self-esteem. She will be performing a lyrical dance in the talent portion of the pageant. • Rebecca Dufresne, 17, of Hastings graduated this spring from Thomapple Kel­ logg High School. Her plat­ form is youth theater educa­ tion and she will be doing a dramatic reading as her tal­ ent. • Amanda Fisk, 18, of Middleville, is entering Western Michigan Univer­ sity this fall. Her platform is the need to provide extra Wendy Hunderman curricular involvement for students. She will be singing for her talent. • Wendy Hunderman, 22, of Shelbyville, graduated from Grand Valley State University this year. Her platform is education for a better tomorrow. She will be dancing the Charleston for her talent. • Adrienne Naylor, 22, lives in Barry County. She is currently studying at the post-graduate level at Kel­ logg Community College. Her platform is the need for early childhood education. She will be doing a lyrical dance for her talent presen­ tation. • Niki Reyff, 18, of Mid- Beeler Funeral Home honored Niki Reyff Jessica Rose Latisha Smith dleville, graduated from Thornapple Kellogg this spring. She will be doing a flag routine as her talent. Her platform is the USO. • Jessica Rose, 18, of See pageant, page 2 ‘FORE! Our Library’ fund-raiser scheduled by Patricia Johns Staff Writer The Friends of the Cale­ donia Library are looking for a few good businesses to help support a fund-raising event scheduled for the weekends of Sept. 12-14 and Sept. 19-21. Conrad R. Beeler (left) of the Beeler Funeral Home of Middlevdie was honored May 8 at the Achievements m Funeral Service luncheon at the Amway Grand Plaza Hotel in Grand Rapids for having a licensed funeral home for 60 years. Beeler was one of of six directors recognized Presenting the plaque ts Samuel A. Smith, immediate past president of the Michigan Funeral Directors Association. Adrienne Naylor The Friends are sponsor­ ing a “FORE! Our Library” miniature golf outing cele­ bration. Sponsors are needed to create miniature golf holes. The friends hope to have at least nine (18 would be even better) holes de­ signed, using one of four runway plans. Each runway fits in a three- by nine-foot space. The committee has a list of course regulations, re­ strictions and tips for busi­ nesses interested in creating a hole for this fund-raiser. Company names are lo­ cated somewhere on the hole and the committee hopes that businesses use their imaginations to have the hole reflect what they of­ fer. Each hole will be entered in a “FORE! Our Library” contest. Categories for the contest include the best use of materials, silliest, most colorful, most creative, etc. Caledonia Library Direc­ tor Jane Heiss says, “This should be a really fun and family oriented way to raise money for our new library. The course will be located on the new library site.” The committee has plans available. Please call the li­ brary at 616-647-3840 for more information. In addition the committee is looking for sponsors to donate prizes, funds and vol­ unteers. Sponsors will be listed on a brochure. For information, call He­ iss at 647-3840. In This Issue Friends of Library has first fashion show Blackstone Phase 2, builder LaVault’s amendment OK’d HPS breaks ground at Middleville facility Middleville Plan Commission renews Phase I of Mill Pond �The Sun and News, Mkkflevdie, Ml/July 8. 2003^age 2 UPS breaks ground at Middleville facility Hospital Purchasing Serv­ ice board of trustees and staff donned shovels to com­ memorate the start of a new building project at 3275 N. M-37 Highway, Middleville in a recent groundbreaking ceremony. During the ceremony. Jerry Welsh, HPS president and CEO, commented that this truly marks a new era for this group purchasing or­ ganization that has been in business for 54 years. “We’ve reached the point that we need to expand our operations, and our new site will meet our needs. We ll now have the facility and space to hold all of our advi­ sory committee meetings on-site. We ll have ample parking, top-notch technol­ ogy, and this building will meet our future demands as we grow the business." The HPS, a not-for-profit, Michigan-based group pur­ chasing organization, is the largest group purchasing or­ ganization in the Midwest. It serves more than 2.200 or­ ganizations, including hospi­ tals, long-term care facili­ ties. surgery centers, schools, universities, camps, senior nutritional feeding centers, county jails and other instrumentalities of government. The HPS uses buying power and negotiation leverage to bring cost containment and savings to members through supplier contracts, manufac­ turer agreements and equip­ ment partnerships for the purchase of goods and sup­ plies. "We are a unique organi­ zation.” Welsh explained. “We do not touch the pa­ tients we serve. W'e do not teach the children in our schools. We do not comfort the elderly in our nursing homes and assisted living facilities, or interact with any of the hundreds of thou­ Pageant, continued from page 1 — Storewide Liquidation Sale! Hastings, graduated from Hastings High School this year. Her platform is breast cancer awareness and pre­ vention. She will be per­ forming a cheer dance as her talent. • Latisha Smith. 18, of Yankee Springs, is attending college. Her platform is can­ cer awareness through Locks of Love. She will be playing her saxophone as her talent. Girls participating in the pageant must be residents, attend school or work in Barry County. The girl se­ lected as Miss Barry County represents the Village of Middleville in Heritage Day events. She also appears in parades throughout the county. The winner of this pag­ eant will go on to compete in the Miss Michigan Pag­ eant in June 2004. 25% Off (Cash Only) Excludes custom framing, yarn-related items, Sun Rider herbs. /^Rainbow’s End^s Yarn, Craft & Variety 3 9343 Cherry Valley Avenue (M-37) Caledonia Village Centre * 616-891-1106 ri 075120S3 [- Your Hometown Full Service Garden Center.' Creek :lat Sale sands of people served by our members’ facilities. What we do is to provide savings to these organiza­ tions so they can continue to provide these much-needed serv­ ices.” The HPS’ home has been in Middleville since 1974. when the firm moved there from an office in Hastings, the site which was a com­ munity center in the ’70s and then home to the Barry County Commission on Ag­ ing. “The HPS’ financial pic­ ture is very solid right now. and it makes perfect busi­ ness sense for the HPS to build and move.” said Marvin Baird. HPS board of trustees chairman and ad­ ministrator of Adams County Memorial Hospital. Decatur, Ind. “It’s the right decision by the board, it’s the right time, and it should provide the HPS with an en- e Just West Off M-37 10197 Garbow Rd , Middleville NEWHOURS! Monday-Saturday 9 a m. to 6 p.m. Landscaping Materials and Equipment ^lowering Shrubs and pushes • Seeds • Annuals • gaskets 8” Hanging 2/$"700 Baskets * Members of the executive committee of the Hospital Purchasing Service Board of Trustees took hold of shovels to break ground along with an HPS staff representative. Pictured (from left) are Dwight Gascho, president and CEO. Scheurer Hospital, Pigeon. Mich.; Robert Bultema. CEO and CFO, Sheridan Community Hospital. Sheridan, Mich.; Kandy Barnum, HPS agreement operations technician, Middleville, Mich.; Wade Nitz. CFO, Pennock Hospital. Hastings. Mich.; Marvin Baird, administrator. Adams County Memorial Hospital, Decatur, Ind.; and Keith Miller, administrator. Benzie County Medical Care Facility, Frankfort. Mich. vironment to improve pro­ ductivity. It will also allow for future growth opportuni­ ties for the HPS organiza­ tion.” When the board decided to purchase the property for the new building, it was im­ portant to the board that the changed." Baird continued. “A majority of organization remain in Mid­ dleville. “The HPS identity the HPS employee base also relics upon the close prox­ has always been in Mid­ dleville. and the culture of imity to local schools an­ the HPS organization is other benefit for the employ­ rooted in its Barry County ees and a benefit for the or­ history, which shouldn’t be ganization." TK grad follows family tradition on school board Melissa HolhauserThatcher. a 1985 graduate of Thornapple Kellogg High School, recently was elected to the board of education for the Ferndale Public Schools in Ferndale. Mich. She is the fourth genera­ tion to serve her community as a board member. Her great-grandfather, Frank Thatcher, was secretary for the Ravenna School Board for more than 40 years. Her grandfather, T. Tho­ mas Thatcher. Sr., was president of the Hile Board of Education in Muskegon. Her grandfather Kelley Bunce, was president of the Harrisburg School Board and her father, Duane Thatcher, was president of the Thornapple Kellogg Board of Education. Call 945-9554 anytime to place your Sun & News ACTION-Ad & reach over 11,000 area homes! movie OUTPOST VIDEO SUPERSTORE Glen Valley Retail Center M-37 891-9303 Open Weekdays 10 am to 11 pm & midnight on Fri. & Sat. “““ Everything in store is 20% Off! Floral Shop Offers... Fresh Cut Flowers & Roses Over 600 varieties of perennials EVERY TUESDAY - SENIOR CITIZENS DAY Phone: 269.795.7674 • Floral Shop 269-795-0239 Mitr M ____________ Melissa is currently a pro­ fessor in the communica­ tions department at Eastern Michigan University She is married to Todd HolhauscrThatcher. They have one son, Elia, age 10. ‘ "1 • VHS/DVD movies and player : movie outpost; - ’ Rent One Movie or Game and I • Games & game system rental j • Special Orders and previewed get a second rental FREE with this coupon. Good Sunday thru Thursday I movies & games for sale | • Gift Certificates & Gift Baskets Offer good at Caledonia location I • VHS & Game Accessories [ • Reservations on movies Free rental of equal or lesser value One coupon per visit please L Expires 8/04/03 Product Id: SunAd J • Weekly specials �The Sun and News. Middleville. Ml;July 8. 2003/Page 3 Going on pilgrimages, spring and summer by Patricia Johns Staff Writer Geoffrey Chaucer wrote in “The Canterbury Tales' that in spring “folk were wont to go on pilgrimages.” If we look around we dis­ cover that present day folk go on their “pilgrimages” spring and summer. During April I went on a pilgrimage to Washington D.C. It had been more than 40 years since I had visited there as an eighth grader. I was accompanied by an eighth grader who brought fresh eyes to a place we see every night on the news. But you know her Wash­ ington D.C. was very differ­ ent from the one I visited so many years ago. When I vis­ ited John F. Kennedy had not been elected president. In the years since he was elected, assassinated and buried at Arlington National Cemetery. When I visited, there was no Vietnam War Memorial, no Korean War Memorial and no Franklin Delano Roosevelt memorial. But I could tour the ro­ tunda of the Capitol build­ ing, not just view it from the Andrea is shown here during the opening num­ ber at the Miss Michigan Pageant. The most fun ever Miss Barry County 2002, Andrea Orlov Bu­ cher, was escorted by her brother Yon during the parade of contestants at the Miss Michigan Pag­ eant in June Andrea says, “This is the most fun I have ever had in my life. It was hard going to sleep. It was a great ex­ perience." She performed her fit­ ness routine during the talent portion of the pag­ eant. TK grad receives Gleaner scholarship Gleaner Life Insurance Society has announced that Ryan Bowyer, son of Clif­ ford and Laura Sage of Mid­ dleville. has won a $1,000 Gleaner Scholarship. Bowyer was one of 115 students selected to receive a 2003 award from the Gleaner Life Insurance Soci­ ety Scholarship Foundation. The 2003 Thomapple Kellogg High School gradu­ ate will attend Grand Rapids Community College, major­ ing in automotive technol­ ogy. In addition to his aca­ demic accomplishments. Bowyer has been involved in many extracurricular ac­ tivities. Gleaner Life Insurance Society has presented aca­ demic awards through its scholarship foundation on a competitive basis to mem­ bers and/or family of mem­ bers annually since 1980. During the past 24 years, the foundation has distributed $907,700 to students attend­ ing college. The fraternal or­ ganization provides special benefits to members with life insurance and annuity certificates. Licensed in nine states. Gleaner is particu­ larly active in Ohio. Michi­ gan. Indiana and Illinois, where its local arbors under­ take a number of community aid and betterment pro­ grams. Quality Family Eye Care Since 1929 Bard Bloom, O.D. Scott Bloom, O.D. OPTOMETRISTS 2 Locations Hastings 1510 N. Broadway 945-2192 Wayland 216 N Maui 792-0520 MOST INSURANCE ACCEPTED outside. Helicopters did not buzz the Ellipse when I was in eighth grade. We discovered a wonder­ ful statue in a neighborhood cemetery, enjoyed the cherry blossoms, marveled at the monuments and we were all a little teary stand­ ing before the black granite of the Vietnam Memorial. I didn’t expect to be moved by the Korean War Memorial but I was. This was a war that affected not just Americans. Now, it is summer. Some people are making their pil­ grimages to family reunions. But we are going to start those pilgrimages to college campuses. This will again be a time to remember my own journeys and wonder where my soon to be ninth grader will fit in as a college fresh­ man. Where ever your pilgrim­ ages take you this summer, hold the memories sweet and share them liberally. Middleville man earns degree Iro Petris of Middleville was listed among the spring 2003 graduates at the Uni­ versity of South Carolina Aiken. ’""AV EDA. Hair & Body Products THE ART AND SCIENCE OF PURE FLOWER ANO PLANT 1 SSI NOES’ SUMMED AVEDA PEDICURES NOW AVAILABLE M. REDKEN. NIOXIN & OPI PRODUCTS ^ONTEMPO c5^L0N 616-891-1093 9551 Cherry Valin, Caledonia Village Centre �Page 4/The Sun and News, Middleville, Ml/July 8. 2003 See us for color copies, one-hour photo processing, posters, and all your printing needs. Printing Plus 1351 N. M-43 Hwy., Hastings. At the gray bam or call 945-9105 ‘Rodeo Round-up’ set at First Baptist Church First Baptist Church of Middleville once again will present another vacation Bi­ ble School this summer for kids entering kindergarten through fifth grade. The theme for this year is "Get­ ting Ready for the Round Up in the Sky." Award win­ ning ventriloquist Diamond Dave will be there with all his friends, including Cow­ boy Sidney the Orangutan. Horse Riding Wendal and Country Timmy. The focus will be on looking at differ­ ent Bible characters as ex­ amples of how' to live the Christian life. Bible school runs Monday through Friday from July 21 to July 25. starting every morning at 9 a.m. and con­ tinues until 11:3. The vans will run that week, so if any­ one needs a ride they may contact the church at 7959726. (^fairUd tlindw LOCAL CHURCH DIRECTORY ALASKA BAPTIST CHURCH A Living Church - Serving a Liling Lord Morning Worship......................9:30 a m. Fellowship Time ...................10:35 a m Sunday School ............ 10:50 a.m. Evening Praise .................... 6 00 p.m WEDNESDAY Family Night 6 30 p.m 7240 68th Street, SE - Caledonia 2 miles east of M-37 Pastor, Dr Brian F Harrison Youth Pastor Kevin Stiles C 0 M M U N I I Y CHURCH a place to belong, a place to become (Contemporary, Casual, Non-den^minational) Sunday Morning Worship............. 9, 30 & 11.00 a m 8175 Broadmoor Caledonia Rev. Michael Stowell, Lead Pastor Rev David Moorhead. AtSOc Pastor Joe Cipc u . Worship Leader Denny Houma. Youth Pastor Chunh Office 616X910287 Visit our web site www brtghtsicte org CALEDONIA CHRISTIAN REFORMED CHURCH FIRST BAPTIST MIDDLEVILLE CHRISTIAN REFORMED CHURCH OF MIDDLEVILLE M-37, north of Middleville • 795-9726 Bruce N. Strwart. Senior Pastor Tim A. Vine, Asst Pastor Youth Douglas G. Beason. Visitation Pastor Gary Weaver, Musk Minister Pastor David Stewart, C E Children's Pastor Sunday School Sunday Momtng Worship Service. Sunday Evening Service Wednesday Mid Week Prayer Word of Life Clubs 708 W. Main Street 9:45 a m. .11:00 am. 6.00p.m. 6:45 p m 6:45 p m. Morning Worship Service 10:00 a m. Sunday School . .11:15 a.m. Evening Worship Service 6:00 p.m. YOU ARE INVITED Rev Tom DeVries. Pastor - 795-9901 Middleville Good Shepherd Wesleyan Church Lutheran Church 908 W Main Street (Missouri Synod) Worship ,9 30 a.m. Sunday School 11-00 a.m. Adult Bible Class 11 00 a m Rev E Anthony Sikora Church; (616) 795-2391 GRACE UNITED REFORMED CHURCH ew Life RISTIAN CHURCH Services at 9.30 a m and 6 p.m. 3449 - 76th St. S£., Caledonia 698-9660 Rev. R. Scott Greenway, Pastor Keith Stulp, Youth Director Al Tiemeyer, Community Calling 9255 84th Street, Alto. Ml 49302 One mile east of Vdhitneyville Rd. A Church for today's world Spirit-filled family Church. Church Office: (616) 891 -1512 M-37 at 100th St Rev P Adams P/iane 891 -8440 Sunday School for ages 3 yr. thru 6th grade: Sr. High, Sun. 6:30 pm Jr. High, Sun. 6:30 pm GUN LAKE COMMUNITY CHURCH & PRESCHOOL 12200 West M-179 Highway (Chid Nooodas Road) Wayland. Ml 49348 Kraft Avenue at Johnson Street Rev. Dave LeBlanc, Pastor Phone 891-9259 Saturday Evening Mass ... 5:00 p.m. Sunday Mass . .9:00 a.m. & 11:00 a.m. Meeting you, your friends, and your family right where you’re at. Sunday Worship: 900 am. or 10.30 ajn. Wednesday Worship 6:30 pjn. Clje ©lb Cimc fHetljobiSt Cljurd) 5590 Whitneyville Ave., S.E. Alto. Mi 49302 Summer Worship Schedule (through Aug 31) 10.00 am.......................................... Worship &. Jr. Church 11 no a m Coffee Fellowship (Nursery Available Throughout) Rex Norman Kohns • (616) 891-3167 Church Ottke: 616 891-8669 Fax 891 -8648 • www caledomaumc org ALASKA CONGREGATION Church School. Sunday . Praise Singing 9:45 a jo. . . 10:50 am Morning Worship 11:00 am **4 Fellowship 7:30 pm Pastor EG Frizzell Chun h Ph 616-868-6810 • Pastor’s Ph 616897-6740 Traditional Service Acoustic Praise 8r Worship Service 8 30 AM 11.00 AM Sunday School 8r Adult Bible Study 9:45 AM All Services have a Nurrenj available • Barner Free Pastor Robert Gerke • Pastor Pavid Ziehr Office Phone £91 8688 www StPaulCaledonia.org SS. CYRIL and METHODIUS CHURCH THORNAPPLE BIBLE Cl IURC’11 Preaching the Living Word Serving The Risen Lord Sunday School........................ 930 a .in Sunday Morning Worship 10 30 a in (Jr. Church & Nursery available ) Currently meeting at: Emmons Lake Elementary 8950 Krall SE Caledonia Rev Dennis Ross Church (616) 868-7425 UNITED METHODIST CHURCHES Middleville - Parmelee Church Office Phone 795-9266 Parmelee Morning Worship .......... 9:30 a m. Rev Lee Zachman WAYFARER CHURCH COMMUNITY CHURCH CHRISTIAN REFORMED M-37 between Middleville & Caledonia Sunday Worship: 8:30 aan. Traditional 11 ajn. Contemporary 6 pjn. Praise/Bible Study Contemporary Worship 9:30 a m Sunday School for All Ages 10:45 a m Evening Worship 6:00 p m Pastor Roger Buhman • Church Office: M-DJ91 w w w lakesidecommuiuty org Rev. Dr. Jack Doorlag, Interim Minister Finding the Way Together! An informal, contemporary church committed to our community Sunday Worship is at 10:00am in Caledonia Middle School’s cafeteria. Everyone Is welcome! Nursery & children’s activities during all services. For more information (616) 891-8119 or uuwjeacechurchcc Pastor Rev Josh Blunt Contact our Dutton office at (616) 65-65-WAY Check our web site www.wadqrerccnrg Redeemer Covenant Church WHITNEYVILLE BIBLE CHURCH Community Church A Place for FmmH & Friends 6301 Whitneyvtlfe Avenue Aho Corutmuiirv of’ Christ Leighton Church 8146 68th St . near WhitneyMBe Ave of 54th St and Kraft in Caledonia I mile west of M-37 Corner Rev. Royle Bailard, Pastor Phone 868G437 (Se/e&tade... Lakeside + St Paul Lutheran Church Missouri S^nod Middleville Morning Worship ........ 11:00 a.m. 250 Vine Street (M-37 to Emmons to Vine) Guest Preacher - Rev. Bob Hmkkn WHAT DID JESUS SAY? "The Prime Directive" Wednesdai 6:00 P.M. Evening Prayer phone 795-2370 or 946-9327 Vicar - Re*. David T. Heetwkh Sunday School...10:00 am. Morning Worship.,,11:00 am. Evening Worship...6:00 p.m. Wednesday Prayer Meeting...7:00 p.m. 269-795-7903 www gunlakecommunity church org A CALEDONIA fl" UNITED METHODIST UcTxcl SS. Cyril & Methodius 9:30 Mass will continue to take place at St. Therese Church until July 27th. This is a new date The Dedication and Service Times: first Mass of the new worship space of SS Sunday School...................................... 9 45 a m. Morning Worship................................ 11:00 a.m. Cyril & Methodius Church will take place at Evening Worship.......................................... 6:00p.m.5:00 p.m. on August 2nd. with Bishop Murray Youth Group:.......................... 6:00 p.m. Sunday presiding. The number of SS Cyril A Midweek 7:00 p.m Wed. Methodius church office is 269/792-2869 _______________ 9:30 a rn. Thurs. Sunday Worship ............................ 9:30 a m and 6:00 p.m. (Child & Adult) (During (he School Year) CALEDONIA HOLY FAMILY CATHOLIC CHURCH SundaySome#Times 9:15 A.M. Morning Prayer (Holy Communion 2nd Sunday) 11:00 A.M. Holy Communion 1664 N. M-37 Highway Middleville. MI 49333 • 945-1555 10 AM Sunday Morning community and the world" 2415 McCann Rd. Jn Irving) Located near the corner of M-37 and McCann Proclaiming the Whole Counsel of Cod "A Chun h with a caring heart for our iWattfaaA Um Med tn Leighton Township Corner of 2nd Street and 1-Und Avenue Sundr- .Morning Wbnhp &J0am Tradaaonai Sunday xbooi for All Ages 1100 am Contemporary 10-00 a m Sunday fttnag Senior FT rneruis Prr Sdsool kh Sept -April 600 pm 6 30 pm SAY TOSX’SEND, Pmct (616) 891-8028 • wmw. kightonchurduMg —Lighting Up Lives for Qod— Sunday t-546 WMneyv-i*© Ave or 84m Sr • 891 -866 i The Church where everybody is somebody... and Jesus is Lord " Worship 9:30 am Christian Education Hour llflOta Wednesday 1 Fanulv Night 5:45-800 pm Pastor Paul M Hillman Youth Pastor David Enksun 6951 Hanna Lake Avenue Catedtxua 616-698-800! redeemnVnsen.net vmm redeemercuvenant.cirg .4 member e(te lvengtii.il Qmemm Oumhet efAmenu Meeting of Caledonia High School Stnoa<xhool 930am xraay Momng Wonhp 1030 am Meeting at chapef on Whmeyvte Ave SyxXrr E venrg Wonnp 6 00 p m Neo ‘Acweev Praye i &oe Stua, 7 00pm Sev Sbys ^aror • Jtev Kan 8ar*y Asoc fleoste rtrtneyrieoOie org �The Sun and News. Middleville. ML July 8. 2003/Page 5 Green Lake Church sets gospel concerts The Green Lake Calvary Church will have three cosecutive Sunday evenings of southern gospel music later this month. The concerts begin at 6 p.m. and take place in the church, at 608 145th Ave., Caledonia. The schedule will feature the Anchormen on July 13, the Calvarymen Quartet on the 20th. and the Mike Specks Quartet on the 27th. The Anchormen is com­ posed of a group of men based in Goldsboro, N.C. Accolades include radio audiences voting “Giver of Life” the number one song in the nation for two con­ secutive months. Steve Ladd is tenor, David Hester is bass, Chad Smith and Dwayne Coppedgc arc also on vo-' cals, and Bryan Elliot plays keyboard. The group performs more than 200 dates a year for churches, cruises, festivals and fairs. The Calvarymen Quartet was formed in 1956, and has had a variety of different Neebs to celebrate silver wedding anniversary The Anchormen musicians under the group name. Barry Maust is lead, and sings baritone or first tenor, Darrell Young of Flint sings bass, Mark Jacoby, of Unionville is baritone, and David Price of Port Huron sings first tenor. Mike and Faye Speck have been with the Mike Speck Quartet for more than 30 years, and were joined by Western Michigan University graduates 11 area students Western Michigan Uni­ versity graduated 11 local students at its spring com­ mencement ceremony. Students are listed by city, with their parents’ names, if made available, their de­ grees, major fields of study and any applicable academic honors. To receive cum laude, or with honors, a student must achieve a 3.50 to 3.69 cumu­ lative grade point average; GET MORE NEWS! Subscribe to the Hastings Banner. Call 945-9554 to start getting all the news of Barry County. magna cum laude, or high honors, a 3.70-3.89; and summa cum laude. highest honors, a 3.90 to 4.0. Alto: • Joshua Fox, son of Rob­ ert and Denise Fox. bachelor of business administration in finance. Caledonia: • Chasity McComb, daughter of Jerry and Celes­ tine McComb, bachelor of science in elementary group minors. • Michelle Davis, daugh­ ter of Kenneth Davis, bache­ lor of business administra­ tion in marketing, cum laude. • Jennifer Finkbeiner. daughter ot John Finkbeiner. bachelor of science in ele­ mentary group minors, cum laude. • Anna Lew is. daughter of Harold Lewis, bachelor of sience in elementary group minors, cum laude. • Jean Licari. daughter of Giuseppe and Deann Licari. bachelor of business admini­ stration in advertising and promotion. • John Sheely. son of Paul and Sheri Sheely. bachelor of business administration in sales and business market. Middleville: • William Holmes, son of William Holmes Jr., bache­ lor of arts in history, cum laude. • Stacy Idema. daughter of Steven Idema, bachelor of science in elementary group minors, cum laude. • Jerry Jeurink, bachelor of science in health studies, magna cum laude. • Nathan Schmitz, son of David and Jackie Schmitz, bachelor of arts in student planned curriculum. Katy VanHorn and Nic Hol­ land in 2003. The group has traveled to South America, Europe and the Middle East. At each of the concerts, the audience is encouraged to participate in the perform­ ance. For more information on the concerts, call 616-891-5978. Doug and Diane (Brown) Neeb are celebrating 25 years of marriage. They were married July 8. 1978 They were blessed with two children, Craig and Michelle. The couple was honored with a surprise party from their children and families. They will be enjoying a tnp to Alaska to celebrate. Call 945-9554 to place your Sun & News ACTION-Ad! Reach over 11,000 area homes CHERRY VALLEY DENTAL KEVIN VANDERHEIDE, D.D.S. 9809 Cherry Valley, Suite G Caledonia, Ml 49316 “Dr. VanderHeide’s great personality made me feel at ease. He took time to explain all my options and I was extremely happy with the work done." — Kim-Owner of Essential Bean “I’ve always been anxious about going to the dentist, but Dr. VanderHeide made the appointment fun and comfortable for me." — Liz Sorsen, Community School Teacher • GREAT WITH KIDS (616) 891-4424 HONEST, QUALITY SERVICE DONE WITH INTEGRITY • NOW TAKING NEW PATIENTS .515348________________ I BULL FR5GS BVWSftFLlE Alaska Baptist Church THORNAPPLE AREA ENRICHMENT FOUNDATION Daily Vacation Bible School Our Hometown Charitable Organization 7240 68th St. SE, Caledonia MISSION: To enrich and enhance the quality of life in the Thomapple Area by acting as a leader and catalyst in the evolving needs of the community. For scholarship and chantawe grft information, ptease wnte to PO Box 164 Middleville. Michigan 49333-0164 tktaef @ hotmail com July 13-18 6:00 pm - 8:30 pm Ages PK - 6th Grade 616-698-8104 �Page 6/The Sun and News. Middleville, Ml/July 8. 2003 7m CHS seniors amrM Women's Club scholarships by Cathy Rue ter Staff Writer Lauren Batdorff and Kim­ berly Russell both received the Eva Finkbeiner scholar­ ship presented by the Cale­ donia Women’s Club, affili­ ated with the General Fed­ eration of Women’s Clubs. The two seniors received the scholarship awards dur­ ing the Senior Girls Coffee in May. The scholarship fund was established in Finkbeiner’s name after her death in 1965. Each year, at least one young woman is presented with the scholarship. Some years two senior girls are lucky enough to receive the honor. This year both Batdorff and Russell received $500 toward their college tuition. The current president of the Caledonia Women’s Club. Joanne Howard, is Eva Finkbeiner’s daughter. The selection committee for the scholarships included Marie Finkbeiner, Jane He­ iss and Donna Johnson. The ceremony was held in the Caledonia High School Cafeteria with cakes and cookies being provided by the Women’s Club mem­ bers. Cindi Ford, an award­ winning artist and print­ maker was the speaker for the program. Also intro­ duced during the ceremony was Lodema Schroeder who. having been with the club for 58 years, is the longest standing member. Lauren Batdorff is the daughter of Don and Judy Batdorff. She was a member of the National Honor Soci­ ety, in addition to being ac­ tive in the CHS Orchestra. Honors Orchestra, drama teams and the choralaiers. She volunteered her time with elementary school chil­ dren, church, church praise band and as a youth group student leader. Batdorff also is a self-employed piano and violin teacher. She is leaning toward physical therapy or pharma­ ceuticals as her major at Grand Valley State Univer­ sity in the fall. Her summer plans include her hobbies of playing several instruments, singing, writing, reading and volunteering. Kimberly Russell is the daughter of Beth DeWitt and Teddy Russell. She cur- LAKE SHIRTS GUN • PAYNE • BARLOW • COBB 25% OFF Celebrating 25 Years ALL LADIES AND CHILDRENS SWIMSUITS 25% OFF July 7-13 SUMMER HOURS: MON.-SAT. 10-8; SUN. 10-6 269-795-9947 LAYAWAY Lauren Batdorff, with mother Judy, was a recipient of the two Eva Finkbeiner Memorial Scholarship awards this year Batdorff also was one of the top eleven 2003 graduating seniors of Caleodma High School, as well as recieiving the Presidential Scholarship to Grand Val­ ley State University, where she plans to attend this fall Lodema Schroeder has been a member of the Caledonia Women s Club for 58 years. She is the longest standing member. renlly lives with her mater­ nal grandparents, the Led­ betters, in Caledonia. Russell has received nu­ merous awards during her high school years, including Junior Outstanding Agri­ businessmen Award, SMU Agriscience Scholastic Achievement and the Re­ gional Outstanding Junior in addition to State Outstand­ ing Junior. Russell plans to attend Grand Rapids Community College, Grand Valley State University and/or Ferris State University for psychol­ ogy with an eye toward be­ coming an elementary school counselor. Our greenhouse sale prices are so low we should press charges! Eva Engle, longtime member of the Caledonia Women’s Club, pins a corsage on Kimberly Russell, one of the two recipients of this year's Eva Finkbeiner Me­ morial Scholarship. When not working two jobs, Russell enjoys reading, horseback riding, shopping and bike riding. Keynote speaker Cindi Ford owns VanSingle Gal­ lery and is an adjunct in­ structor for Kendall School of Art and Design. She spoke about how her dreams had changed and how she ended up working her dreams around family life. 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Can 945-9554 Everything must go! 3650431 Also Michigan cherries, sweet com, melons and lots of other tasty treats! S&S Farm Market and GREENHOUSE on M-37 between Middleville & Hastings (269) 795-9758 HOURS: Mon.-Sat.. 9am-8pm; Sun. 12 noon-Spm We Offer Seniors All the Comforts of Home 269-948-4921 1821 N. East St., Hastings Hastings’ Newest Retirement Village �The Sun and News. Middleville. Ml/July 8, 2003/Page 7 Mary Kay Selleck Harold Wayne Aldrich LIVE OAK, FLORIDA Harold Wayne Aldrich, age 86, of Live Oak. Flonda. died Sunday, June 29. 2003 after several months of ill health. He was a former resident of the Hastings. Caledonia and Freeport area for many years. Mr Aldrich was a gradu ate of Caledonia High School in 1936. In his early adult life he was a member of the Air Force Reserve. He was employed at Hastings Manufacturing more than once. He also operated a farm on the Caledonia/Bowne Township line north of Campbell Lake. He also was a raw milk hauler He retired from Hastings Manufacturing He was preceded in death by his wife. Mertie. last August; his parents. Vern and Clara Aldnch. he was Steven D. Billett ALTO Steven D. Billett, age 36, of Alto, was called home on Sunday, June 29, 2003. He was preceded in death by his brother-in-law. Steve Rahn; his cousin. Bud Poll; his grandparents. Nellie and Nucl Billctt He is survived by his wife of 18 years, Rhonda; his daughters. Ashh. Nicollette and Stephanie; his parents. Carroll and and Darlene Billett, his father in law and mother-in-law, Clarence amt Carol Rahn; his grandpar­ ents, Frances and William Boonstra, Lorain Elie; his brothers-in-law, Glenn Rahn. Jeff (Anne) Rahn; many cousins, nieces and nephews; and his special friends. Dennis and Carolyn Ross and family. Steve was a lifelong resi­ dent of Caledonia, a brick­ layer and in recent years the owner of Billctt Masonry. Funeral services for Steve were held Thursday at the First Baptist Church (Middleville). Middleville, Pastor Dennis Ross officiat­ ed. The family suggests memorial contributions be made to the family or Thomapple Bible Church i wiian n>s— L July Sale!! J FABRICS & QUILT BOOKS 20% Off Sale! Good selection of... CALICO 218 E State St. Hastings • 945-9673 Many receive advice, only the wise profit by it. —Publilius Syrus If you wish to live long, you must be willing to grow old. —George Law ton To accept good advice is but to increase one’s own ability. —Johann Wolfgang von Goethe 28th QUESTIONS. ASK US their four child, brothers. William. Edward and Lloyd Aldrich; sisters. Dorothy Win and Jean Aldnch. Also a son-in-law. Dwight Begerow. Survivors include the mother of his children. Dorothy (Lass) (Aidrich) Fletcher of Grand Rapids; daughters. Carol Wilson of Caledonia. Beverly Tuffs of Middleville, Sandra Pillsbury of Caledonia; a son. Richard of Grand Rapids; two step-sons. Floyd Quinn of Battle Creek and Samuel Myers of Zephyrhills, Flonda; a step­ daughter. Norma Doty also of Zephyrhills; several grandchildren; four broth­ ers. Merle of Grand Ledge. Charles of Grand Rapids. Donald of Caledonia and Darrell of Big Rapids; many other relatives and friends. Harold was born November 5, 1916 in the Hastings area. Funeral services were held at the Oakley Funeral Home in Zephyrhills, Florida Thursday. July 3rd. Entombment at the Chapel Hill Gardens, Dade City. Florida next ’o his wife. Mertie. Arrangements were made by Oakley Funeral Home in Zephyrhills. Florida. 4 Give a memorial (hat can go on forever... Ask your funeral director for more information OPEN Monday Thuisdty 8 wn-S 30 pm on the Barry Community Hulst Cleaners P^k-Lp Station WHI Foundation or call 945-0526. 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Selleck The couple starting at S a.m. at the $250. which includes 18 divorced in 1976. holes of golf, cart, lunch, re­ Mary Kay was a fixture of course at 9877 Mullen Road, freshments and tournament Spartan Stores, serving as a just half a mile from Gun prizes. Make checks payable Lake. customer service representa The TAPRC still needs to TAPRC and mail to P.O. tive in order entry for 25 Box 250. Middleville 49333. years. Over those years she sponsors for this fund-rais­ Special events during the had the privilege of making ing event which helps im­ day will include a longest many friends within the prove and maintain existing drive contest, longest putt company and its indepen­ recreational programs, build contest, a closest to the pin dent operators, and she new facilities and implement contest. earned the respect and love programming for all age Registration deadline is of both co-workers and groups. Gold sponsors pay $650 Aug. 20. Call 795-7202 for superiors. more information. 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While attending Thornapple-Kellogg, he was active with his church youth group, and played on TK’s football, baseball, wrestling, Casey Cady basketball and track and Held teams. In his essay in the schol­ arship application, he wrote, “I believe that my desire to be a community player will shine through in my future career as a teacher. An indi­ vidual’s character, values and ethics also help build who they are. They provide ART LESSONS TK JR HIGH STUDENTS Tat.-WU.-Tho. 2:10 p.m. - 4:00 p.m. $10.00 per leeton Visit our webtife for more info •No 02M3194 eeeeeeery* •MA’* i _ EMPLOYEE garage sale Friday & Saturday July 11-12 ♦ 10:00 a.m. Ryan Adams guidelines to follow. When faced with difficult and try­ ing times, your character and valuescan shine through with positive effects. “Commitment, dedica­ tion, faithfulness and respect are all an important part of the teaching profession. When you are 100 percent committed to something, a lot can be accomplished.” This year’s scholarship recipient from Hastings, Cady, plans to major in spe­ cial education at Grand Val­ ley State University. While in high school, she was a cheerleader, played on the softball team, and was named student of the month several times. She also earned an academic letter and pin and served as a spe­ cial education student aide for the Barry Intermediate School District. In her essay she wrote, “ Although I’ve faced many challenges and changes, I feel it is due to them that I will be able to meet my goals and become a special education teacher. This par­ ticular field is constantly changing — from require­ ments to the names of differ­ ent divisions. “But with a strong base that I intend to assist in building in each child, they will also be able to reach their personal goals. It’s thanks to my strong family atmosphere that I’ve built East Town Homes Middlevilles Newest Townhouse Community Why rent when you can OWN? my base and am capable of becoming a strong role model.” HPS created the Woody Wyngarden Memorial Scholarship in 1999 to honor a man and longtime resident of Barry County who devoted 32 years of his life to the HPS and who was instrumental in its initial growth and success. Wyngarden was a man who valued commitment to his community. He valued education and valued what a community could accom­ plish together. The scholarship, there­ fore, takes several of Wyn­ garden’s standards as crite­ ria for selection. The award recognizes academic excel­ lence. participation in extra­ curricular activities, and community and volunteer activities. The recipient must be ac­ cepted by an accredited col­ lege or university and pur­ sue a degree in health care or education. They must also have the ability to describe how their commitment to health care or education will have a positive impact on future generations. The HPS is a not-forprofit. Michigan-based group purchasing organiza­ tion located in Middleville. The HPS is the largest group purchasing organiza­ tion within the Midwest and serves over 2.200 organi-zations, including hospitals, long-term care facilities, surgery centers, schools, universities, camps, senior nutritional feeding centers, county jails and other instru­ mentalities of government. The HPS uses buying power and negotiation leverage to bring cost containment and savings to members through supplier contracts, manufac­ turer agreements and equip­ ment partnerships for the purchase of goods and sup­ plies. The HPS has been in business for 54 years. Caledonia insurance company joins Trusted Choice’ roster The DeVries Agency, an insurance and financial serv­ ices firm in Caledonia, has become a member of “ Trusted Choice,” a national program designed to deliver choice, advocacy and cus­ tomization to insurance con­ sumers. To qualify for Trusted Choice, the DeVries Agency has committed to a Pledge of Performance that prom­ ises its customers quality service, competitive pricing, a broad choice of products and unparalleled advocacy. “The Trusted Choices logo tells consumers this in­ surance agency is a trusted advisor and advocate, which offers consumers a choice of products and markets,” said agency President Jeff DeVries. “Buying insurance does not have to be complex or confusing. Most people lead a hectic and stressfilled life, so we focus on simplifying the insurance­ buying process while pro­ viding the coverages to pro­ tect your family or busi­ ness. The result of two years of research and development, the Trusted Choice brand highlights the qualities that consumers value and Trusted Choice agencies of­ fer customization of insur­ ance coverages, choice of products and companies, and help during the claims process. That research indicates that consumers are intimi­ Science laughter is part of summer reading club _ Pete Stobie of the Kala­ mazoo Nature Center will present the brighter side sci­ ence during a presentation at the Thornapple Kellogg School and Community Li­ brary. This is part of the “ Laugh it Up at the Library” summer reading club. The program begins at 10 a.m. on July 9 at the library which is inside the Thomapple Kellogg high school. A reading program will be held on Tuesday, July 23 at 10 a.m. ■■ ■ ■ For more information about the summer reading club, call the library at 7955434. dated by the insurance buy­ ing process and want an agent who will guide, edu­ cate and advocate for them. While consumers use the Internet to service their ac­ counts. more than half. 56 percent, want to buy their insurance in person. “Unfortunately, insurance buyers don’t know where to find an insurance provider who meets their needs, and they don’t know how iden­ tify ’the good guys,”* said DeVries. "Trusted Choice agencies must commit to a Pledge of Performance that focuses on customers’ needs. The DeVries Agency has re­ lationships with multiple in­ surance companies, and we can offer consumers more coverage choices, and better guidance for you if there is a The DeVries Agency of Caledonia, Inc. is located on serving the Caledonia and surrounding areas since 1934. Its staff handles auto, home, life and business in­ surance, as well as annuities IRAsorCD Vj RATES LOW? YOU CAN DO BETTER! We offer an alternative with an effective annual yield of... 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Yankee Springs Town­ ship officials indicated this is the first time this has ever been done; there is no for­ mal “Adopt-a-Highway" program except for stateowned roads. Plans for the trash pickup were announced at the asso­ ciation’s annual meeting on June 21. One volunteer said, “The nicest thing that happened was a biker rode by and thanked several volunteers.” Trash collected included a tire, wheel, mailbox and other “unmentionable” items. The pickup was organized by Linda Davis. Placement of a trash dumpster and dis­ posal of the items was do­ nated by Jeannie tenHaaf. Pick-up volunteers were Mike Lutes and family, Jer­ emy, Zachary, Matthew, and Christine; Bill Moses; Lois and Gerald Page: Bonnie Slayton: Peter Jonker: Cheryl and Rebecka Neff; and Ann and Thom Wil­ liams. CHS students going to Blue Lake Camp This photo of Caledonia The program is in con­ High School sophomore junction with the Blue Laura Danielson was mis­ Lakes Fine Arts Camp in Muskegon identified in last week’s edition of the Sun and News. Danielson received word this spring that she will be traveling with the 2003 Blue Lake Interna­ tional Northern Wind En­ semble throughout nine European countries with the Blue Lake Interna­ tional Exchange Program. Trash pickup volunteers (from left) Bonnie Slayton. Peter Jonker, Bill Moses and Tom Holden take a brief break from their work on Payne Lake Road. 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The fashion show, spon­ sored in conjunction with Jansher Clothing Boutique, was held in the banquet room of the Monterey Grille. A sea of red hats greeted casual onlookers to the ban­ quet room, as many of the Victorian Splendor members of the Red Hat Ladies Soci­ ety were part of the audi­ ence. A couple members even offered to model some of the apparel. Another Caledonia group with members attending the show was the Caledonia Adult Book Discussion Group. Monterey Grille owners Bruce and Kerri Higgins and their staff served those in at­ tendance a luncheon of ( their choice) tomato bisque or twice baked potato soup, a turkey and cheese wrap and their choice of chocolate torte, cheese cake or Reese’s A sea of red hats were in the audience of the “ first ever’fashion show sponsored by the Friends of the Library. Caledonia Branch of the Kent Dis­ trict Library, Jansher Bou­ tique and Monterey Grille. Here, members of the “ Victorian Splendor" Red Hat Ladies Society kazoo Happy Birthday to one of their members during the show. able to chat with family, friends and neighbors. For more information about the Friends of the Li­ brary Group, the Caledonia Branch of the Kent District Library or the building fund, call the library at 616-6473840. Chiropractic Care for the Whole Family Tanya M Seif / / D.C..F.I.C.P.A. \ \ \ Certified in Pediatrics and Prenatal Care Colic Ear Infections Nutritional Consulting Women’s Health Pregnancy Care Headaches Doris Sleeman dons a jacket set dressy enough for the office and right on into a casual evening out. Seif Chiropractic 9090 S. Rodgers Ct. Caledonia 891-8153 FREE Consultation and Exam worth 45.00 Just present this coupon when you visit. Offer expires 8-31-03 cheese cake. Volunteers strolled through the audience in out­ fits ranging from casual “out with the girls” ensembles to dressier “out on the town” coordinates. 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The SI million grand prize will be awarded during the Pillsbury Bake-Off Contest finals June 26-29, 2004. at the Renaissance Hollywood Hotel in Hollywood, Calif. This timing is a change from past events when the contest was held in F ebruary The event will be sponsored by General Mills, General Electric, American Dairy Association and Multifoods, who are collaborating to cre­ ate a contemporary contest featuring new categories and a list of qualifying products that will reflect a full range of ingredients for creative cooks to use. “Americans love the Pillsbury Bake-Off Contest. In fact, four out of every five people are aware of the event, and many have either served or tasted a contest recipe themselves," said Kris Burns, Bake-Off promotion manager at General Mills. “All the sponsors are thrilled to continue the tradition of recognizing home cooks and sharing their creative meal ideas with families across the country. In addition to the $1 million grand prize, there will be other cash and sponsored prizes, such as GE appliances to recognize innovation and awards from the American Dairy Association to honor the best recipes made with cheese." Starting this December, consumers will find entry information on a special Bake-Off section on the WWW.Pillsbury,com Web site. Consumers can visit the site now to get tips helpful for those considering enter­ ing or to find a great recipe to serve tonight. Entry dead­ line for the contest will be in March 2004. “While specific entry details aren’t available for a few months, there’s much people can do to start gener­ ating creative ideas," said Lynn Vettel, the Bake-Off kitchens manager. “As you serve dinner, think about ways to give familiar favorites a new look or fla­ vor blast. 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The board also unani­ with 12 lots, was south of mously granted final plat ap­ the "bridge” area. The next proval for Phase 2 of the construction would be Blackstone Estates PUD. across the bridge, he said. Mike Berg, representing When the development Dykcma Excavation, said reaches a total of 75 home sanitary and storm sewers sites, there must be two out­ were under construction. lets, as required by the road Phase 2 of Blackstone re­ commission. Because of the quired a $250,000 bond by Dykcma. Three agencies, length to the dead end of the the township, the Depart­ road, the Road Commission ment of Environmental- has asked for the next phase to connect to Snow. Quality and Kent County "Because the sanitary Road Commission, have the sewer has to drain from east right to call in the bond if Dykcma does not conform to west to the lift station, we will construct that next to their standards. phase all the way out to A reference to a bridge over a creek was determined Snow from that box cul­ to be defined as a box cul- vert." This will require a soil vcrUA 40-foot dirt passage erosion permit. Berg said. In the other matter han­ to the north over the creek dled last Wednesday night that flows through the box by the Township Board. Joe culvert was installed during Phase 1. A true bridge was LaVauit is a small builder who has constructed several not planned. The sanitary sewer was constructed in the homes in the Caledonia pathway to join a lift station community and was repre­ at the north of the creek. The sented by Marc Daneman The nine-acre parcel, re­ utility crossing required cently purchased by the mitigation of wetlands. The creek flows to Cam- builder and grouped under the Blackstone PUD. is geo­ graphically separated from it by a wetlands, which has been protected with a con­ servation easement with the DEQ. Though the parcel was previously identified as belonging to a future phase, the construction is now to be timed with phase 2 of the PUD The LaVauit property is north of the tow nship sew er facility serving Campau Lake, and located east of McCords, a half mile south of 60th. and quarter mile north of 66th. This section of the devel­ opment eventually is to have four homes. LaVauit had asked to allow the road to these homes to remain un­ paved. until the last house was ready for occupancy. The land was owned by Dykema and had just been purchased by LaVauit. The consent agreement with the township would have re­ quired a county road, and to obtain an exemption, the agreement required amend­ ing. it was claimed at the planning commission stage of the request. The devel­ oper agreed to pay for all costs related to the amend­ ment. including legal fees. The Township Board ta­ bled a decision to allow an amendment to the Black­ stone PUD at the second reading on June 18. Neigh­ 525 Lincoln St., Middleville, MI 49333 (269)795-3889 Spacious Apartment Living with Countryside Charm Are you building and need short-term housing? We now offer three options... One Year lease from $575-5615 per month Six Month lease from $600-5640 per month Month to Month lease from $615-5655 bors who said there were more issues than implied in the request opposed the plan. Resident Larry Cibulka said residents around the de­ velopment had "all kinds of concerns about how the de­ velopment was going, and that it is not following all the covenants that were laid out.” He said he had asked for township oversight to see how things were going, but no one had come out. Cibulka said in June the recent petition was said to be only to allow a private road. He said it was more than that, including a peti­ tion to change everything relative to those four lots, to take it out of the PUD. out of the covenants and restric­ tions of the PUD. and change the whole spirit of the consent agreement. Some of the requirements in the PUD protect not only the residents of the PUD. but neighbors living in the vicinity around the develop­ ment. they said. LaVauit said June 18 that the sizes of homes would match the size under con­ struction in Blackstone, at 1,500 square feet for one story and 2,100 square feet for a two story. Setbacks and outbuidings also were to conform. Supervisor Bryan Harri­ son asked whether the se­ quencing for these lots was correct for the planned phas­ ing of the development ac­ cording to the judgment, when Phase 2 streets were only recently approved. He suggested if it met the spirit of the phasing, the board could choose to amend the consent agreement. Caledonia Township Su­ pervisor Bryan Harrison asked the request be tabled for additional consideration. Trustee Richard Robert­ son added that the board owes it to the public to un­ derstand the details, having received the information at 5 p.m. By July 2, a letter from Township Attorney Jim Brown had been examined by board members. Daneman said the LaVault property would be de­ veloped consistent with the Blackstone PUD. and sub­ ject to all those conditions." He said it would be "a very respectable development." Photographs were available to document prex ious work done by LaVauit. Harrison said the condi­ tions set forth in the consent agreement, landscaping, en­ trance. and internal lighting requirements would be ex­ pected. LaVauit said he would not sell the lots if people would not agree to the stan­ dards. He said sales of two of the lots were already pending. Katherine Cibulka brought a letter signed by 12 residents expressing their concerns that the LaVauit property did not fit the sur­ rounding area. Neighbors' concerns centered on chang­ ing the covenants of the Blackstone agreement for this portion of the PUD. which could affect the stan­ dards to which the homes would be built, and result in the road remaining unpaved if the fourth home was never constructed. There were fears there was a chance the Blackstone development would exceed the 91 maximum homes al­ lowed under the court judg­ ment. perhaps by severing this part of the PUD from the previous restrictions un­ der the consent agreement. Cibulka asked the private road be paved when the first house was built, or to at least set a date for its com­ pletion. Mike Berg, speaking for Dykema Excavating, as­ sured the board there would never be more than 91 units, no matter who built them in any phase. Natural features and setbacks probably will not allow 91 units. Eldon Stevens, an adja­ cent property owner on R-2 property, which requires two acres of land per house, said if this parcel was severed from the PUD, then it should meet the two-acre minimum. Harrison stressed the par­ cel was not being severed from the PUD. He made the point that if not in the PUD, LaVauit would have had the option of not paving the private road with only four homes on it. Lots could still be clustered on the nine acres with no difference from a two-acrc minimum as the end result. The paved road required in the PUD would result in a higher standard than R-2 zoning. The developer had asked to pave the drive at a later time. Harnsoq said. Roads in the PUD are required to be built to county private road standards (not public), but he said township private road standards are nearly the same and meet the spirit of the agreement. Harrison said he favored paving when an occupancy permit was issued for the first home. LaVauit said the drive was only 500 feel long. He said crushed concrete near the entrance was already planned. He did not want to put in the pavement only to have it damaged by heavy equipment still engaged in building the unfinished homes. Trustee Richard Robert­ son said the surrounding residents concerns were over the lack of guarantee the fourth house would ever be sold and occupied. He sug­ gested a guaranteed dale for the road's completion. LaVauit said "I want to build nice homes.” He said to that end he had spoken with engineer Rich Pierson about screening around the lift station. He offered to pul up an $11 .(XX) bond for two years to cover the cost of paving, in order to wait. "Timing is the issue for us," Harrison said. Trustee Wally Bujak sug­ gested a compromise, with a partially completed road for construction, and comple­ tion of the final layer prior to the fourth home occu­ pancy. Harrison moved to ap­ prove a private drive built to township standards, to be constructed prior to issuance of the second building per mil, with a change in the at­ torney’s draft of the amend­ ment. The board approved the Continued next page Features... • Deluxe Two Bedroom Apartments • Central Air Conditioning • Utility Room with Washer and Gas Dryer Hookup PRECISION Now Available • Carports • Units are 900 Sq. Ft. to 1000 Sq. Ft. Vs" Units are available immediately. Stop in during our office hours or call today and schedule an appoint­ ment to view an apartment. (269) 795-3889 or or view our website at www.rivertownbuilders.com “Rentals” ’20“ OFF KUBOTA RENTAL MONTH OF JULY FULL DAY Also Available *' i • Tractors - Open Enclosed • J’ ers Oper * Enclosed Attachments; “ - --- . _______ • Buckets • Gill • Back Blade • Brush Hog • and much much more 9595 Cherry Valley Ave. Caledonia Ml 49316 • 616-889-2099 • Fax: 616-891-7944 • Hours: 8-6 M - F - 9-2 SAT �The Sun and News Middleville. Ml July 8. 2003 Page 13 New ‘do-not-call rule’ limits telemarketers An eagerly awaited con­ sumer laws takes effect this month. Folks in the Western Michigan area can now add their name to the National “Do Not Call” Registry which will significantly reduce the number of tele­ marketing calls they receive at home. Registration is free To register by phone, you need to call I-888-382-1222 from the number you wish to reg­ ister Online registration is at www.donotcall.gov You must provide limited person­ al information for confirma­ tion The only identifying information that will be kept in the system will be the phone number you register, which will stay in the reg­ istry for five years or until you take it out or charge numbers. After five years. you can renew your registra­ tion A staggering 735.000 consumers registered the first day and up to 60 million are expected to be signed up m the first year Telemarketers are required to "scrub" their calling lists beginning in September 2003. and in October, the FTC will stan to enforce the provisions of the new rule Telemarketers must search Middleville Plan Commission renews Phase I of Mill Pond by Patricia Johns Staff Writer The Village of Mid­ dleville Planning Commis- From previous page amendment, including all other conditions previously mentioned and covered un­ der the consent agreement or R-2 zoning. Harrison said though the township does not get in­ volved in the private resi­ dential covenants of the as­ sociation, standards of the township for R-2 zoning and also standards in the consent agreement between Dykcma and the township would be enforced, further protecting the surrounding neighbors. sion last Tuesday evening renewed the first phase of the Mill Pond PUD for one year. The local ordinance al­ lows the commission to make one renewal of a planned unit development. Developer Jerrel DeKok attended the meeting and ex­ plained that he has new fi­ nancing and hopes to break ground shortly. He promised he will be attending Plan­ ning Commission meetings on a regular basis to keep the commission up to date. DeKok has sold one of the units and others are in­ terested. once work begins. He will be meeting with the site plan committee to dis­ cuss possible changes to one of the buildings, including a redesign of the garages and some accessible units. In other business, a sign erected by East Town Homes was not approved because it does match the sign on the site plan ap­ proved by the commission and is too close to the road right of wav. The commission reviewed ongoing construction and possible future develop­ ments. There also was a review of work being done by the M-37 corridor committee. The next meeting of the Village of Middleville Plan­ ning Commission is Tues­ day Aug. 5. at 7 p.m. m the village hall. CALEDONIA TOWNSHIP BOARD MEETING July 2. 2003 Present Harnson. Snyder, Cardwell. Bravata. Bujak and Robertson Absent Stauffer Also Present Planner/Manager ZyIstra, Deputy Clerk Palmer, and several citizens Retired? If you're concerned about having enough money to live comfortably through retirement, then call Edward Jones We can help you: I reserve cash for emergencies. I keep up with expenses I protect your money from fluctuating interest rates; I reduce your taxes; I protect your savings from long-term illness; I simplify your record­ keeping; and I avoid probate. Investment Rep'esent.Mive 9185 Cherry Valiev Ave S£ Surte E Caieoorua. Ml 49316 Bus 616-8911173 Toll Free 866691 1173 www ecMartfrones com Edwardjones Sro-in£ Ln4nsAi»l ImfMan Nwrr s8'i Supervisor Harrison called tne reg­ ular Caledonia Township meeting to order at 7:02 p.m Supervisor Harnson led the Pledge and Invocation CONSIDERATION OF THE AGENDA: Moved Harnson, second Snyder to remove items 10B appointment to the Local Officers Compensation Commission item tOC Appointment to the Public Safety Advisory Committee and item tOO Alaska Hall Lease Ayes All MOTION CARRIED. PUBLIC COMMENT: None CONSENT AGENDA: Moved Snyder, second Bravata to approve the consent agenda as written. Ayes Ail MOTION CARRIED INQUIRY OF CONFLICT OF INTEREST: None REPORT FROM BOARD MEM­ BERS ANO STAFF: None CORRESPONDENCE None RESOLUTION - LETTER FROM LEGAL COUNCIL REGARDING BLACKSTONE ESTATES CON­ SENT JUDGEMENT AMENDMENT Mark Danaman representing joe LeVauft 'equestec approve1 ano dis­ cussed the development Katnenne C<Mka 6438 McCoys o>sc_ssec ne< concerns and the concerns o» seve'a citizens EkJon Stevens 6495 McCords 3<SCuS$ed - s concerns Mme Berg qi Dykema Excavators dis­ cussed that there wM be no more than 9’ lots Harr <$on c om'tented Robertson oscussed n<$ concerns Bravata discussed h<s concerns Moved Hamson second Robertson to approve the second amendment to consent judgment tc «S 88 89 90 and 91 only) and OrfMr approving sucn amendment requre a private dnve bu< to townshp sanca-c poor to the ssuance at ate second Duong permit Roti cafi vote Ayes a MOTION CARRIED MOTION FINAL PLAT APPROVAL FOR PHASE 2 OF BLACKSTONE ESTATES V Ke Berg ot D»kema E*cava«xs o$cussed Phase 2 and <s progress Lamy CcMka Of 6408 UcCoras &s cussed hss concerns regarding tne standards of the de»e*ppment Cathame CduKa at 6406 McCords ckscusseo her concerns 'eg*r>- g me xxoge c At. Oamcpcmoi. s* eat constructed dunng Phase I and a sec­ ond entrance Mike Berg discussed the second entrance Moved Hamson second Snyder to approve final approval of the plat of Blackstone Estates No 2 Roil can vote Ayes All MOTION CARRIED. BOARD COMMENTS: None PUBLIC COMMENT: None ADJOURNMENT: Moved Cardwell second Bravata to adjourn Ayes All MOTION CARRIED. Patncia Snyder Caledonia Township Clerk the registry every 90 days and delete from their call lists phone numbers that are on the registry If you still receive calls after you have registered your telephone number, you will be able to file a complaint with the FTC online. A telemarketer who disregards the national "do not call” list could be fined up to SI 1.000 for each call. Placing your number on the national "do not call” registry will stop most, but not all. telemarketing calls Some businesses are not covered, such as charities, political solicitors, survey takers and firms with which you have an established business relationship. However, if you ask a com­ pany not to call you. it must honor your request. The law also also restricts calls to between 8 a m. and 9 p.m and prohibits deceptive and abusive telemarketing acts Callers are prohibited from lying about any terms of their offer. Ken Vander Meeden. President of the local BBB m Western Michigan noted. This should be a very posi­ tive improvement for con­ sumers and reputable busi­ nesses seeking to distance themselves from the trou­ bled marketers who have abused the system We encourage consumers and businesses to properly use telephone marketing for those who prefer to buy goods and sen ices via the phone. Like anything else, the new Do Not Call Registry may trigger some new attempts to sign people up as part of a scam, con­ sumers should be wary of ANY request for personal information in conjunction with signing up for the FTC's do not call list. The FTC is not asking tor any personal information. This is just a brief summa­ ry: for full details on this law. v isit the FTC web site at w w wftc.eov One important warning. Scam callers from outside the U.S . such as from Canada, the Caribbean and overseas, will just ignore this law Beware of them and their bogus- offers and promises. Remember you can use the BBB to check reports on companies before you buy Go to our web site, wwvv .gundiupislsbttMJCt w give us a call 24 hours a dav at l -8(X)6 THE BBB If you have a problem, use the complaint form at www.bbb.org or write us at BBB. 40 Pearl. N W. Suite 354, Grand Rapids. Ml 49503. 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The firefighters were raising money toward a fund-raiser coming up at the Gerald R Ford International Airport later this year Financial Focus This must be the biggest ear of com in the county! The Caledonia Community Preschool's invitation to the community to “come grow with us’ was favored with many oohs and aahs. (By the way, it’s made out of gallon milk jugs!) Furnished by Drew McFadden of Edward Jones and Co. • (616) 891-1173 Have you lost track of pension benefits? If you visited a store or a restaurant, and you left your purse or wallet behind, you’d certainly go back and get it. So wouldn’t you do the same for a whole lot more money that you may have abandoned with a for­ mer employer? You would - if you knew about it. American Legion Post #305 members, from left, Doug Mills, Glen Klaver and Phil Davis lead the Caledonia Independence Day parade June 28, with flags fly­ ing. NOTICE From GAVIN FORD MERCURY SALES CENTER M-37 M-43, Hastings ALL NEW VEHICLE SHOPPERS We just wanted to drop you a short note to explain to you why there is not a better time than now to purchase a new car, truck, SUV or van. The incentives right now are just too good to pass up. 0.0% APR financing for 60 months or cash allowance up to $4,750.00 with Gavin Ford, Mercury discounts and cash back sav­ ings this month can save you up to $7,800.00. And also if the vehicle you’re looking for is not on our sale lot, be it equipped the way you need or the color you want, we can locate one using our dealer to dealer locating service: and have it for you usually within 24 hours. So please give us a call to discuss why we believe there is no better time to buy than right now, or just stop by so we can show you the new models. Gavin Ford, Mercury 490 S. M-37 Highway, Hastings, Ml 49058 888.404.2849 • 269.948.0189 Right now. millions of dollars in pension funds are waiting to be claimed by their rightful owners. Are you one of them? In recent years, defined contribution plans, such as 4()l(k)s, have become the dominant type of retirement account. But for a long time, pension plans - also called ’’defined benefit" plans were the chief retirement savings vehicle for millions of employees. And a lot of these people separated from their employers without ever receiving their pen­ sions. How can this happen? It's not as hard as you might think. You work for a place for a few years, leave your job and forget you left behind a pension. Or the company you worked for went out of business, or merged w ith another compa­ ny. and you thought the pen sion went with it. But the fact is that it's never too late to seek pension money that is owed you and. if you’re lucky, you might even get it Where should you l<x»k * You can start by contacting the Pension Benefit Guaranty Corporation (PBGC), a federal govern ment agency that insures the mininprn pension benefits of approximately ?5.(XX) private companies. Since 1974, all companies with 25 or more participants in defined benefit plans have been required to register with the PBGC. If a compa­ ny ends a pension plan that isn't fully funded, the PBGC See benfits, page 16 Brian Akey, a Thomapple Kellogg kindergar­ tener, tries his luck at the fish pond game. The local Boy Scouts once again handled the games. BRUCE'S FRAME & ALIGNMENT • Complete Frame Repair • Professional Color Matching • Loaner Cars • Front End Alignment • Collision Repair • Glass Repair call... (269) 795-9596 All Makes and Models All Insurances Welcome Owned and Operated by... Bruce Bender 415 2nd Street Middleville �The Sun and News. Middleville. Ml/Juty 8. 2003-Page 15 AAA, ATPA offer vehicle theft protection etching, one of the most worthwhile community relations and theft preven­ tion programs we know.” Last sear near!} 2.200 cars were etched at AAA locations statewide, and more than 26,000 since the program began in 1995. Both AAA Michigan and law enforcement feel this program has had a signifi­ cant impact on the prob­ lem. According to the ATPA, etched vehicles are 29 percent less likely to be stolen. In 2001. the last full year for which figures are avail­ able, auto thefts in Michigan fell 2.9 percent, from 53.889 in 2000, to 52,310. Il was the 13th drop in the last 15 years. Between 1986, when the AIPA became active, and 2001, Michigan thefts have dropped more than 27 per­ cent. At the same time, thefts national!) have risen .2 percent Protecting your vehicle it’s free, harmless to your vehicle, easy, and quick, and could save you money and the frustration of being one of the more than 143 Michigan motorists whose vehicles are stolen each day. AAA Michigan, in part­ nership with the Michigan Auto Theft Prevention Authority (ATPA). is fight­ ing auto theft by offering vehicle window etching at the Auto Club’s Battle Creek Branch, 778 W. Columbia, on Thursday, June 26. Etching will take place from 10 a m. to 5 p.m. (weather permitting). This community service is available to everyone. “Etching a vehicle’s glass is a low-cost, highly effective way to help keep Michigan's auto theft rate going down,” slated Robert J. Vogt, manager of AAA Michigan Claim Investigations. "This is the eighth year we’ve teamed up with the ATPA to offer is simple. A miniature copy of its identification number (or VIN) is permanently etched into the windshield, side windows and rear w indow. The process does not harm the w indow or detract from the vehicle’s appear­ ance. Stickers are also placed on each front side window, identifying the vehicle to would-be thieves that it has been protected. "Etching is designed to make it hard for chop-shop operators to sell the glass for use in other vehicles, and it means they must replace the identified glass before any etched vehicle can be resold illegally,” Vogt added. Vehicle etching is offered only in dr) weather and at temperatures above 50 degrees. Owners inter­ ested in this free service must bring their state vehi­ cle registration, which lists the VIN number. Along with etching, other steps motorists can take to prevent theft include: • Lock your car and take the kev every time, even in your driveway or garage. Lock driveway gates. Park in well-lighted areas. Place packages out of sight. Leaving portable CD play­ ers. cellular phones and other expensive items in view invites theft. • Keep driver’s license, v chicle registration and any other identification with vour address in )our wallet or pursue, never in your car. Thieves use this infor­ mation to find your home. Never keep your title in your vehicle. • Install an approved anti-theft device, such as an alarm or kill-switch, which may qualify for a discount on the compre­ hensive portion of your auto insurance. For exam­ ple, AAA Michigan offers a 5 percent discount for etched vehicles and up to 10 percent for other antitheft devices. • Auto theft tipsters can earn rewards. Call H.E.A.T. (Help Eliminate Auto Theft) al (800) 242HEAT. Since its inception, the hotline has received more than 6,010 calls, resulting in the arrest and prosecution of 2,622 car thieves and the recovery of 3,204 stolen vehicles val­ ued at $37.6 million. The cle theft, based on 2001 figures, are: Wayne 31.349 (-4.6 percent); Oakland. 3683 (-8.6 percent); Genesee. 3.302 (-10.2 per­ cent); Macomb, 3.038 (+13.8 percent); and Kent. 1.359 (-9 percent). Calhoun County ranked 11 th w ith 541 vehicle thefts in 2001. up 2 percent. The record total for vehicle theft in Michigan was 78.000 in 1984. •The 10 most stolen cars in Michigan in 2001. according to ATPA records, include eight DaimlerChrysler products. I. Jeep Cherokee (2000); 2. IXxIge Intrepid (2(MM)>. $ Dodge Stratus (2002); 4. program has paid over $2.5 million to more than 1.600 tipsters. In addition. AAA Michigan is strongl) com­ mitted to fighting auto theft fraud. Since 1984. when AAA Michigan's Claims Investigation Unit (CIU) was established, the com­ pany has successfully worked with law enforce­ ment and community groups to deter fraud and save policy holders millions of dollars. • Michigan ranked fourth nationally in total vehicle thefts in 2001. down from first place in 1984. • While thefts in many counties are down, num­ bers are up in others. The top five counties for vehi­ See car theft, page 17 Old world Masonry Call for FREE Estimates For all your masonry needs. Such as: • Patios • Fireplaces • Retainment Walls • Pavers • Fountains • New Structure Or Restoration 269-795-2192 buy while they are gone...they can’t say “No”! [ GREAT USED VEHICLES 1 03 Buick Rendezvous Ljrwted *23,995 Bench celebrates a family Doug and Christine Shumway (standing on far right) enjoyed a a surprising gift from their family. One of the commemorative benches in Stagecoach Park was do­ nated by their family. 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Block­ ing is being completed, cos­ tumes readied and lines are being learned. Downey says, “it has been great. 1 hope that lots of peo­ ple come to see the play. The students are working hard.” In addition to working on the play, cast members are working on a song snd some scenes for a Fridays at the Fountain performance on July 18. “We might want to do a musical next summer.” Downey says. “This is a great opportunity for stu­ dents to learn ensemble singing and promote the play as well.” “The Lion, the Witch and the Wardrobe” will be per- formed at Central Audito­ rium on Thursday. July 24 and July 25 at 7 p.m. at Cen­ tral Auditorium. The mati­ nee performance is on Satur­ day. July 26 at 2 p.m. Tickets are $6 for adults and $5 for children and sen­ ior citizens. A discount is available for group orders of 20 or more. For information call the Thornapple Arts Council at 945-2002. Funny science is part of summer reading club Pcte Stobie of the Kala­ mazoo Nature Center will USED FIRE TRUCKS FOR SALE BY BID Thornapple Township will accept sealed bids no later than July 14, 2003, at 4 p.m. for the following used fire trucks. 1. 1975 C-1000 Ford chassis fire pumper with 750 gallon water tank; 210 hp., manual five speed transmission, 34,000 GVW; needs dutch work; sold as is. 2. 1984 GMC water tanker; 2,000 gallon tank (needs repair). 427 hp. V8 engine, manual four speed split rear transmission; 35,000 GVW. sold as is These vehicles may be inspected by making appointment with the Thornapple Emergency Services Chief; call 269-7953350 during business hours 9 am - 5 pm. Bids should be addressed to Thornapple Township, 200 E. Main St., Middleville, Ml and marked “Fire Truck Bid(s).” 0651&321 present the brighter side sci­ ence during a presentation at the Thornapple Kellogg School and Community Li­ brary. This is part of the “ Laugh it Up at the Library” summer reading club. The program begins at 10 a.m. on July 9 at the library which is inside the Thomapple Kellogg high school. A reading program will be held on Tuesday, July 22 at 10 a.m. For more information about the summer reading club, call the library at 7955434. Prizes will be distributed during the week of July 28. The library is open on Mondays and Wednesdays from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. and on Tuesdays and Thursdays from 10 a.m. to 8 p.m. The library will be closed for cleaning during the first week in August. YOUR ONE STOP WATER STORE rvicina All Brands for 29 *W**R£S < Ymh Water Softeners, Iroa & Odor Filter^ Purified Printing Water Systems BEST PRICE, QUALITY, SERVICE Saying good-bye The end of the school year means lots of things and sometimes it means saying, “good-bye.” Wayne Bowerman, youth leader at the United Methodist Church in Middleville, celebrated the end of the year with lots of young people he has worked with. He will be attending college in the fall to become a minister Benefits, continued from page 14 takes over as plan trustee and guarantees basic benefit payments. The PBGC also tracks benefits of employees who can't be located. If you think you may have some pension funds some­ where out there, contact the PBGC through its web site at www.pbgc.gov. You'll be able to enter information about your former employ­ er’s pension plan and, hope­ fully, start the process toward gamering your miss­ ing money. Contacting the PBGC may be helpful if you've lost touch with your pension information. But if you're still employed by the com­ pany that will pay your pen­ sion, or if you've recently left it, you'll want to stay current on your benefits. That's why you should request an "individual bene­ fit statement" on the status of your pension. This state­ ment should contain the sta­ tus of your pension, when you're eligible to retire and an estimate of how much your pension will be. Request your statement in writing from the plan admin­ istrator - not a company offi­ cial. If you don't get the statement within a few weeks, be persistent 34 you have a legal right to the information within 30 days. At the same time you request your benefit state ment, ask for copies of all benefits statements in your file and all pension plan doc­ uments, including the "trust documents” that show how the plan is administered You worked hard Io earn your pension - so do whales er it takes to collect your benefits. Ytxi may have to be proactive to get what you deserve, but H's well north the effort. JVeec/ wedding irritations? Stop by and check out the large selection at J-Ad Graphics 1351 N. M-43 Highway. 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Middleville baseball team wins tourney, look to district play The South Central Michi­ gan Youth Baseball age 10 and under Middleville base­ ball team was crowned champions of the Ric HareOlivet Baseball Tournament Sunday, June 29. The local squad breezed through its first two games on Friday and Saturday to cam the right to play for the championship. On Sunday, Middleville faced a well dis­ ciplined and experienced se­ lect team from Lansing, that was organized specifically for tournament play. The Trojans fought back from a 9-2 deficit to win the cham­ pionship game 11-9. Coach Rick Arnett was very happy with his team’s tenacity and never-give-up attitude. Having won the Willie Mays 10 and under division, the Middleville boys are looking forward to district play in Marshall against other teams from around the state of Michi­ gan. Two Barry County men were arrested Sunday morn­ ing in connection with growing marijuana just out­ side the Barry-Allegan County line on Patterson Road. Allegan County Sheriff's authorities said a little after midnight July 6 a Barry County Sheriffs Deputy came across an abandoned car on Patterson Road south of 136th Avenue. Upon fur­ ther investigation the deputy noticed a path through the tall grass along the ditch line leading from the car into the team continue3 on the track woods on the west side of and located an 18-y ear-old Barry County man dressed the road. The deputy said he heard in full camouflage hiding in rustling in the woods and the woods. The two men apparently called for assistance. had been interrupted in the A 45-year-old Barry County man w as located in a process of transplanting field by deputies from Barn their marijuana in the woods, the Allegan County County. Allegan County Deputy Dave Holmes and authorities said. 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Flea market and craft vendors can also register beginning Thursday. Spaces are free this year, with a S6 per night camping charge. There is a S15 fee for electricity. Admission to the Antique Gas & Steam Engine Show' is S5 per adult. $3 per child 5-12 years. For more information, contact Historic Charlton Park at (269) 945-3775 or visit our web site at www.charltonpark.org. Historic Charlton Park is located at 2545 South Charlton Park Road, just north of M-79 between Hastings and Nashville. The Caledonia U-14 travel baseball team (front row, from left) Josh Lind. Jason Wiegand, (middle row) Nolan Luyk. Kirk Weiss, Jeff Donnell. Devan Jennings, ( third row) Travis Seif, Logan Burrows. Ben Sherwood, Tyler Rea. (back row) as­ sistant coach Ted Burrows, assistant coach Mike Wiegand, Devin DeBoer. Mike Patterson Jr and coach Mike Patterson (Photo provided by Shari Und). by Cathy Rueter Staff Writer The Caledonia U-14 travel baseball teams feel fortunate to have played its season opener at the Steggie Classic in Grandville, a tour­ nament that was a charity event held in memory of Nick Stcgcman. A seventh-grader at Cal­ vin Christian Middle School, Stegeman was struck by a car that ran a red light on May 14, 2002 as he walked to school. He died the next day of massive head injuries. Proceeds from the tournament will go to a scholarship fund established for the school in his mem- Peace Reformed SCUBA attracts about 160 kids About 160 children in the community participated June 23 in Peace Reformed Church’s S.C.U.B.A. (Super Cool Underwater Bible Ad­ venture) vacation Bible school. The kids were challenged to invite their friends and get more than 200 children at VBS by Friday, then they Can 945-8554 for Sun & News classified ads would get ice cream from the Scoop and the Thornap­ ple and Caledonia Fire de­ partments would help them experience life underwater. By Friday, kids had reached out to their friends and 220 children partici­ pated at SCUBA. They had oceans of diving into a rela­ tionship with Jesus and learning more about Him. The Scoop in Middleville provided Superman ice cream and the Thornapple and Caledonia Fire depart­ ments provided 8.500 gal­ lons of water. ory. According to information provided to the baseball team, Stegeman had a pas­ sion for baseball, football, basketball and golf. He was a picher and catcher in the Grandville Little League for eight years. As a 10-year-old he played on the all-star team in 1999, helping his team to a District 9 Title. Other teams participating in the Steggie Classic were Calvin Christian. Allegan, Millbrook Christian, Kent County Royals, SKRA, Grandville seventh-graders and Grandville eightth-graders. Caledonia posted its first victory of the season in a game against Allegan, but fell short in two other divi­ sional games against Calvin Christian and the Grandville eighth-graders. Though Caledonia did not win the tournament, the boys represented Caledonia in helping the Stegeman family meet their goal of keeping Nick’s memory and love of the game of baseball alive. FREE I I I mith iamond market I I ___ _ — — SOUTH OFFICE es ■ as as as as I 8980 N. RODGERS DR., CALEDONIA, Ml o9 I -2222 I I CALEDONIA I JUST LISTED! I I 10374 Spring Valley I Fabulous walk-out I ranch - former Parade I home. Open floor plan I with shaker style maple I kitchen. Luxurious I master suite with pri­ I vate bath and screened porch. Lower level has room for expansion, situated I on 2 acres. $239,900. Contact John or Mary Kay McCleve at 292-4550. 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The power outage hotline num­ ber was busy for more than an hour Friday as customers called in. The crews worked to re­ store power until midnight Friday and went back out at 7 a.m. Saturday. As of Sun­ day. power still was out to some Great Lakes custom­ ers. The forecast for Sunday afternoon included strong thunderstorms and high winds. During the July 4 storm some homeowners saw their trees twisting in the wind. Some taller plants were also beaten down. Most corn fields were not affected, since the corn is only about knee high. AMERICAN MANUFACTURED LIVING AT CIDER MILL VILLAGE AU Homes Priced To Sell 28x56 3 bedrooms, 2 baths 843 Buttonwood .So s34,900 16x80 3 bedrooms, 2 baths 776 Buttonwood *28,900 14x70 3 bedrooms, 2 baths 855 Wickwood sSo $19,900 16x72 2 bedrooms, 2 baths 1992 Redmond ^PREOWNED For further information call MSMN' CAROLE at *14,90 616-891-2225 � https://barrycountyhistoryportal.org/files/original/25/713/SunandNews_2003-07-15.pdf de07396d0ef55035ea69da41a2486f91 PDF Text Text Your Hometown Newspaper Serving Middleville and Caledonia Areas 132nd year Middleville, Michigan 49333 No. 29/Juiy 15, 20U3 Middleville woman crowned Miss Barry County for 2003 Miranda Covey of Mid­ dleville was crowned Miss Barry County 2003 Saturday night at the scholarship pag­ eant at Thornapplc Kellogg High School. Seven girls competed for the title. Covey. Rebecca Dufresne, Amanda Fisk, Wendy Hunderman. Adri- Miranda Covey is crowned Miss Barry County 2003-04. enne Naylor. Jessica Rose and Latisha Smith. The entrants were scored on a talent portion, a swim­ suit portion and evening gown. Each contestant also had a short on-stage inter­ view in which she was asked two questions about her platform. Covey’s platform is Big Brothers-Big Sisters. She was asked what she would say to a parent who was re­ luctant to have his or her child participate in the Big Brother Big Sister program. Covey said she would assure the parent the program was there to help, not replace the parent. The contest awarded $2,200 in scholarships. Covey was given $1,200, Naylor received $500 for being named first runner-up and another $100 for raising the most money. Rose was given $250 for second runner up and Smith $150 for being third runner up. See MISS BARRY, continued page 2 Caledonia Kiwanis Club elects first-time officers by Patricia Johns Staff Writer The new Caledonia Ki- wanis Club elected officers July 10 in a meeting at the Monterey Grille. The first officers were selected on July 10 for the new Caiedoma Kiwanis Club. Standing are Jack Ousthoff, president elect. Drew McFadden, president and Randy Wilcox vice president Sitting are treas­ urer Richard Blanch and secretary Melanie Sala­ mone. Drew McFadden was elected president; Jack Ous­ thoff. president-elect; Randy Wilcox, vice president; Richard Blanch, treasurer, and Melanie Salamone, sec­ retary. The board of directors is Sandy Ayers, Jane Heiss, Dianne Hudson, Richard Russo and Gordy Nichols. Other club business in­ cluded setting dues and committee structure to get the group off to a good start. Members of the Hastings Kiwanis Club were on hand to help the process go more smoothly. The Hastings or­ ganization is sponvMing the Caledonia club The group will continue to meet on Thursdays at 12:05 at the Monterey Gnlle. The two clubs are al­ ready heard at work plan­ ning a festive charter cele­ bration for Sept 18 McFadden says. School will be back m session, va­ cations will be over and we can celebrate this new be­ ginning." The Caledonia Club also is working on community service projects for the com­ ing year. The Miss Barry County contestants are Rebecca Dufreshe (from left) Amanda Fisk, first runner up Adrienne Naylor, winner Miranda Covey, second runner up Jessica Rose, third runner up Latisha Smith and Wendy Hunderman Miss Barry County 2002-03 (right) is Andrea Bucher Bergy re-elected president of Caledonia School Board by Cathy Rueter Staff Writer New officers were chosen during the Wednesday, July 2, annual reorganizational meeting of the Caledonia Board of Education. Bob Bergy will remain as president for the 2003-04 school year. Bill Harrison was elected vice president, Bernie Nagel, senior mem­ ber of the board, will remain in the capacity of secretary for another year and Ken Yonker was installed as treasurer. Much of the remainder of the meeting consisted of an­ nual information and deci­ sions that are in accordance with policy having to be re­ newed each year. However, some personnel decisions were made. The resignation of Russ Gerber as the boys’ varsity cross country coach was ac­ cepted. Gerber coached for Caledonia for one season af­ ter the retirement of John Soderman. Sarah Bom was hired as the junior varsity girls’ basketball coach. The transfers of Brenda Benedict (high school learn­ ing disabled teacher to a seventh grade language arts teacher), Susie Hall (.58 LD CHS teacher to 1.0 LD CHS teacher) an 1 Katy Lund (.5 LD CHS teacher to .5 LD Dutton Elementary and .5 LD CHS teacher) were ac­ cepted by the board as well. Dates, times and places were determined for the schedule of regular monthly meetings for the 2003-04 academic year, with all meetings scheduled for 7:30 p.m. on the third Tuesday of each month. The Aug. 19 meeting will be held at the board offices, 203 E. Main St. in Caledonia. The Sept 16 employee recognition meeting will be at Emmons Lake Elementary; the Oct. 21 meeting will be at the high school learning lab; Nov. 18 will be at Kettle Lake Elementary, Dec. 16; at the CHS learning lab, Jan. 20, 2004, at the alternative high school; Feb. 17, Cale­ donia Elementary; March 16 at Dutton Elementary; April 20 at Caledonia Middle School; May 18 at the learn­ ing lab and June 15 at the board offices. The July 2004 reorganiza­ tional meeting date and place will be determined later. In other board business at its reorganizational meeting, the school board: • Approved anticipated trips and overnight stays for the CHS Band, Sr. Humani­ ties & Advanced Placement English Class, DECA, FFA, Electrathon. SADD, Student Congress, Networking. In­ terim and Athletics. • Renewed non-classified individual contracts for CHS Administration Support & Budget, CHS Administra­ tion Support & Outreach, Manager of Technology In­ tegration, District Techni­ cian. Windows/Nctwork Technician and Network Manager As District Per sonnel Manager Carol Nelson-Purkey had explained in a prior school board meet ing, when other non-classi fied contracts were up for renewal, these particular contracts really do not fit into any of the other eight contract/pool groups so they are renewed individually from year to year. • Entered into a one-year contract with Aramark to provide meals to the Na­ tional Heritage Academy schools in the Grand Rapids area for the school year of 2003-04. • Agreed to purchase two 71-seat passenger buses from Hoekstra Transporta­ tion at a cost of $124,887.70, which is 2002 pricing. The resources for this purchase are to be taken from the 2(XX) bond fund. • Adopted a cooperative athletic agreement with Middleville ThornappleKellogg Schools for boys’ and girls’ winter skiing. For more information about the Caledonia Board of Education, call the ad­ ministration office at 616891-8185 In This Issue • Caledonia Middle School teacher back from Japan • Barry Bowlathon teams bring home trophies • Heritage Days’ to have talent search contest • Middleville village rejects support for Community Viz �Page 2/The Sun and News. Middtevdte. Ml/Juty 15. 2003 MISS BARRY, continued from page 1 Covey, a freshman at the University of Michigan, will compete in the Miss Michi­ gan Pageant in June 2004. The judges were Diana Pattern of Bay City, Diana Burge of Niles. Laura Bloomensaat of Chelsea, Ann Rossi of Grand Rapids and Chris Noah. MD. of Middleville Terry Terpstra’s Har­ mony Dance Source of Mid­ dleville** performed Roaring ’20s-style dances between the events. Picnic planned for adoptive, foster families A potluck picnic is being planned for local foster and adoptive families from 6 to 8 p.m. Tuesday. July 22. at the Fish Hatchery Park in Hastings. There will be games and prizes for the kids: meat, beverage and table service provided. The event is part of an on­ going recruitment and reten­ tion efforts for foster homes in Barry County. Jills Muel­ ler-Hayes. foster home re­ cruitment specialist for the county, is working with lo­ cal foster families to begin parent-led support activities Community Appreciation Day Saturday, July 26,2003 Hie Metro Health Caledonia Plaza providers invite you and your family to join us for a summer celebration of good health Everyone is invited to celebrate with us...current patients, new patients and all community members. See PICNIC, con­ tinued page 19 -----------------------------------------• Cholesterol/HDL and blood sugar screenings • Child fingerprint identification kits HASTINGS 4 • Ice cream and Metro Health water bottles 949NMOW • Magician with puppet The new Miss Barry County 2003-04 Miranda Covey (left) is congratulated by Andrea Bucher Miss Barry County 2002-03. Community Appreciation Day Time: 11:00 am - 2:00 pm Location: Metro Health Caledonia Plaza 8941 North Rodgers Court, Caledonia Questions? Call us toll-free at: (877) 244-2865 Caledonia Plaza 04512irM TheLowELlArEAARTSCOUNCIL &The LowellArea Chamber of Commerce proudly present the... Phi Sigma Theta has announced that Thomapple Kellogg High School gradu­ ate Kristen L. Weaver, daughter of Rex and Mary Weaver, has recently become a member of the national honor society at Western Michigan Univer­ sity. Phi Sigma Theta is dedi­ cated to recognizing and rewarding academic achievements in undergrad­ uates at institutions of high­ er learning. Weaver made the dean’s list both semesters of her freshman year, majoring in bio-med sciences, at WMU. She is pursuing a career as a physicians assistant. 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Even the daunting tasks of passports, packing and paperwork deadlines didn’t diminish her enthusiasm. "1 can hardly contain my­ self’ I want to eat their food and learn their language." she said before starting on her journey The Japanese government funds the Fulbright program as part of the "People-toPeoplc Exchange" program. Established in 1996. FMF commemorates the 50th an­ niversary of Fulbright schol­ arships. which have enabled 6.800 Japanese nationals to study in America It is widely believed that visiting American educators have made great contribu­ tions to Japanese society. The website www.glocomnet.or.jp comments, “(The FMF teacher program* is one way to say ‘thank you’ to Americans and to express Japan's continued commit­ ment to better understanding and further friendship be­ tween our two nations ” According to a press re­ lease from the Institute of International Education, the agency that oversees the award selection in the U.S., “This program allows distin­ guished primary and secon­ dary school teachers in the U.S. to travel to Japan for three weeks in an effort to promote greater intellectual understanding between the two nations ’’ When Whalen returned from her trip she had plenty to be excited about. "We were guests of the Cindi Whalen stands with her host family, Teturo Sasaki, and his wife Reiko, in front of the Hirosaki Cas­ tle, near Kuroishi. Whalen plans to stay in touch with the Sasakis and hopes to eventually act as host to them when they visit the states. Japanese government and they treated us like official foreign diplomats. It was in­ credible the greetings we re­ ceived everywhere we went." "We were (in Japan) for the full three weeks." said Whalen, "two hundred teachers from across the U.S. I think we represented just about every state." A total of 600 teachers from all 50 states and the District of Columbia will have visited Japan by the end of 2003 (200 in each group of June. October and November). The FMF has granted 4.100 primary and secondary educators (thus far) the opportunity to ex­ plore and learn about Japan through this means of cul­ tural exchange. "(With) the Fulbright Me­ morial Fund, the whole in­ tention is to give teachers a professional development opportunity in Japan." said Whalen. "It’s through cul­ tural immersion. Basically what we did was spend part of our time in Tokyo. For a much bigger part of our time we divided up into groups of 20 and went out into the pre­ fectures (much like states in the U.S.) all over Japan. We started in Tokyo with seminars on everything... government, education, the arts." she continued "We had evenings where teachers were encouraged to go out into the city and see the sights, go shopping, research and gather information to implement (into) our (educa­ tional) plans in our own schools. We were constantly busy. “The whole idea is the cultural exchange. We brought our culture with us and it’s expected that when we return we’ll share our ex­ perience and what we’ve learned about the culture of Japan with people here," ex­ plained Whalen. After Tokyo. Whalen’s group of 20 went to the pre­ fecture of Kuroishi. where she stayed with a Japanese family. Teturo and Reiko Sasaki, for a weekend. Te­ turo Sasaki is a public offi­ cial in Japan. Before the trip Whalen was hopeful his Cindi Whalen, sixth grade teacher at CMS, works on a project with sixth grade students at Rokugo Elementary School in Kuroishi, Japan. The group was teach­ ing Whalen how to make paper lanterns and origami cranes. wife. Reiko, 55, would teach her Japanese cooking or some artistic aspect of Japa­ nese life. "We also went into the schools. It was literally a full week of school for us. The elementaries. the mid­ dle high school, the secon­ dary, which is like a high school and the universities. That was the absolute best part," she enthused. "We had so much fun. We even met with the PTA. It was kids and parents and teachers. It was all the perspectives." Whalen explained that even though there was Continued next page < L jftk jfk.jfikjfik jftkjfk. n Community Picnic!! JC Y<x' Art Invited Good Shepherd Lutheran Church invites you to join us Saturday. July 19th from 2pm 6pm at 800 West Main St. in Middleville. Good Shepherd is Celebrating 15 years of Ministry in the Middleville area' There will be fun, food anil fellowship!!! 4 clown, balloon animals, a sketch artist, face painting, games. dress-up tent and moon walk. Lots of Good Food! Cost? ABSOLUTELY Nothing! FREE! See Yoe There Al I pm there will be a worship rervicc and the burning of the Church Mortgage Please join us AF y V VW MILLER MEANS... SOLD! Middleville & Gun Lake Area Office 317 Arlington, Middleville, MI Hastings Office 149 W. State Street, Hastings, Ml (269)945-5182 (269)795-3305 tarry Ailerding <tu Amck Br<Ac< a <wa*ra Dianne FeldpauKh CHS Uh Kay Stolsonburg GRI.CRS.Ai»k Broker & SUe. Manager 795-7272 Debbie Erway 623-8357 Karen Brown 795-9331 Craig Stolsonburg GRi. 795-4470 Nihi I***' Mike Humphreys, CM. 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Call Karen $157,900 FOR MORE MIDDLEVILLE, GUN LAKE AND CALEDONIA AREA PROPERTIES, PLEASE SEE OUR ADS ON PAGE 2 OF THE REMINDER, IN THE GRAND RAPIDS PRESS, THE HOMES DIGEST AND THE PENASEE GLOBE. �Page 4/The Sun and News. Middleville. Ml July 15. 2003 selves. we were able to get by with them. “The Japanese were as anxious about us as we were about them. Once we learned to laugh and to en­ joy and get over that fear (of sounding foolish in front of the others), it was great! “It was an awesome expe­ rience. Such a rich culture. From previous page somewhat of a language bar­ rier. it didn't seem to matter very much. She said that be­ tween her American-Japa­ nese dictionary, their elec­ tronic dictionary and Japa­ nese-American dictionary. " Pretty much whatever we couldn't figure out our­ Such friendly, generous, open people. It didn't matter what age." She gave several exam­ ples of when the Japanese people were extremely help­ ful. stressing that the help­ fulness was a daily occurance by many people “There was once when we were lost downtown and wanted to get somewhere. We stopped a young lady talking on her cell phone and asked here how to get there. She made a quick call to her friends to let them know that she'd be late and then she brought us to w here we wanted to go. "Another time we got on the wrong bullet train.” After a man realized their mistake and told them, the group w as very nervous. Here you are going a hundred miles an hour to the wrong place. We were really scared, but he was very pa­ tient and kind. He very eas­ ily fixed it. got us on the right train and smiled the whole time." LOCAL CHURCH DIRECTORY ALASKA BAPTIST CHURCH A Living Church - Serving a Liling Lord Morning Worship a m 9 30 ...................... 10:35 a m. Fellowship Time Sunday School .................................10:50 a m Evening Praise....................................... 6 00 p.m Family Night 6 30 p.m WEDNESDAY 7240 68th Street, SE - Caledonia 2 miles east of M-37 Pastor, Dr firtan F Harrison Youth Pastor Kevin Stiles C 0 U U II I I I CHURCH a place to belong , a place to become FIRST BAPTIST CHURCH OF MIDDLEVILLE M-37, north of Middleville • “95-9726 Bruce N. Stewart. Senior Pastor Tim A. Vine. Ami Pastor Youth Douglas G. Beason. Visitation Pastor (>an Weaver. Musk Minister Pastor David Stewart, CE ■ ( hildren * Pastor b.<X) p m. Wednesday Mid Week Prayer 6:45 p.m. Word cd Life Clubs 6 45 p.m. Rev Mu hart Stowell, Lead Pastor Rev David Moorhead, Assoc. Pastor Joe Cipcic . Worship leader Dennx Houma. Youth Pastor Churc h Office 616 891-0287 CHRISTIAN REFORMED CHURCH “A Church with a caring heart for our community and the world" Sunday Worship ................................ 9:30 a.m. and 6:00 p.m. Worship . Sunday School Adult Bible Class . 9 30 am. 11:00 a.m. 11.00 a m. Ret E. Anthony Sikoru Church: (616) 795-2391 Proclaiming the Whole Counsel of Cod Services at 9 30 a m and 6 p.m. Rev. R. Scott Greenway, Pastor 9255 84th Street. Alto. Ml 49302 Keith Stulp, Youth Director One mile east of Whitneyville Rd Al Tiemeyer, Community Calling Rev. Tom DeVries. Pastor - 795-9901 Middleville. MI 49333 • 945 1555 Located near the corner of M-37 and McCann Service Times: Sunday School................................................ 9:45 a m. Morning Worship.......................................... 11:00 a m. Evening Worship.......................................... 6:00 p.m Youth Group:.................................... 6:00 p.m. Sunday Midweek 7:00 p.m Wed. 9:30 a.m. Thurs. __________________________ 10 AM Sunday Morning 3449 - 76th St. SE., Caledonia 698-9660 A Church for today’s world Spirit-filled family Church. Sunday School for ages 3 yr thru 6th grade: M-37 at 100th St GUN LAKE COMMUNITY CHURCH & PRESCHOOL 12200 West M-179 Highway (Chief Noonday Road) Wayland. Ml 49348 Kraft Avenue at Johnson Street Meeting you, your friends, and your family right where you're at. Rev. Dave LeBlanc, Pastor Phone 891-9259 Sunday Worship. 900 am or 10:30 am. ... .5:00 p.m. Jr. High, Sun. 6:30 pm dime jftletljobist (tijurdj Qtye ®lb e 5590 Wiitneyville Ave., S.E. Alto. Ml 49302 Sunday SchooLI 0:00 am. Morning Worship... 11:00 am. Evening Worship...6:00 p.m. Wednesday Prayer Meeting...7:00 p.m. Rev. Royle Bailard, Pastor Phone 868-6437 269-795-7903 www g unlakecomm uni t y chu rch o.’g A CALEDONIA fl- UNITED METHODIST Lakeside Guest Preacher - Mr. Ron Bailey WHAT DID JESUS SAY? Ixt’s Party!” (Nursery Av ailable Throughout) Res Norman Kohns • <6I6) 891-8167 Church Office: 616X918669 Fax: 891 -8648 • w w w caledoniaunx org Contemponry Wocshtp Sunday School for All Age* Evening Worship 9:30 a zc Rev. Dr. Jack Doorlag. Interim Minister 10:45am. Nursery & children’s activities during all services. 600 pm For more information (616) 891-8119 Pastor Roger Buhman • Church Office M-0391 Community of C$ri$t Leighton Church Redeemer Covenant Church ALASKA CONGREGATION Located in Leighton Township Corner of 2nd Street and 14 2nd Avenue neo Wtvtneyv«e Ave . . 9:45 am Praise Singing ^77 —Lighting Up Lives for CodSunday Worship 930 am Chnstun Education Hour ll .OO am 10150 im Wednesday Morning Worship . 11 IK) a rr Wed Fellowship ' CHRISTIAN REFORMED M-37 between Middleville & Caledonia Sunday Worship: 8:30 a jn. Traditional 11 ajn. Contemporary 6 pan. Praise/Bible Study Of frww^iiVftbWrhAS Church School. Sunday . | Community Church A Place for Famih A Friends 6201 WhitnevvtUe Avenue. Aho CHURCH » w w JakesadecommuMty org 8146 68th St Family Night 5:45-8330 pm ' 30 p n Pastor E G. Frtzzeii Church Ph. 6/64i6M«M • Pernor i Ph 616^97^740 ficlxc] Wednesday 6:00 P.M. Evening Prayer phone 7*5-2370 or *46-9327 Vicar - Rev. David T. Hu st wick + St Paul Lutheran Church Miesixm Sxjnod Comer of 54th St and Kraft in Caledonia 1 mile weet of M-37 Traditional Seme? Acoustic Praise 8r Worship Service 8 30 AM 11 GO AM Sunday School & Adult Bible Study 9:45 AM All Services have a Nurwnj available • Barrier Free Pastor Robert Gerke • Pastor David Ziehr Office Phone 59I-A65A www.StPaulCaledonia.iYg SS. CYRIL and METHODIUS CHURCH SS. Cyril & Methodius 9:30 Mass wiH continue to take place at St Therese Church until July 27th. This is a new date The Dedication and first Mass of the new worship space of SS. Cyril & Methodius Church will take place at 5 00 p.m on August 2nd. with Bishop Murray presiding. The number of SS Cyril & Methodius church office Is 269/792-2889 Preaching the Living Word Serving The Risen Lord Sunday School 9 30 a m Sunday Morning Worship . 10:30 a m (Jr. Church & Nursery available ) Currently meeting at: Emmons Lake Elementary 8950 Kraft SE, Caledonia Rev. Dennis Ross Church: (616) 868-7425 UNITED METHODIST CHURCHES Middleville - Parmelee Parmelee Morning Worship 9:30 a m. Middleville Morning Worship . 1100 a m. Rev Lee Zachman Church Office Phone 795-9266 WAYFARER, 250 Vine Street < M-37 io Emmons io Vine; Summer Worship Schedule (through Aug 31). 1000 am.................................. Worship & Jr Church 1100 a m .Coffee Fellow ship Sunday S*tvice Times 9.15 A M. Morning Prayer (Holy Communion 2nd Sunday! 11:00 A.M. Holy Communion Sr. High, Sun. 6:30 pm Wednesday Worship 6:36 pjn. Sunday Mass . .9:00 a.m. & 11:00 a.m. 2415 McCann Rd. <Jn Irving) THORNAPPLE BIBLE CHURCI1 Rev P Adams Phone 891-8440 Church Office: (616)891-1512 Saturday Evening Mass YOU ARE INVITED GRACE UNITED REFORMED CHURCH (Child & Adult) (During (he School Year) CALEDONIA HOLY FAMILY CATHOLIC CHURCH 10:00 a.m. 11:15 a.m. 6:00 p.m. 1664 N. M-37 Highway 908 W Main Street (Missouri Synod) Visit our web site www brightside org CALEDONIA Morning Worship Service Sunday School Evening Worship Service Middleville Good Shepherd Lutheran Church Wesleyan Church 9:30 & 1100 a m 8175 Broadmoor, Caledonia 708 W. Main Street 11 00 a m Sunday Morning Worship Service Sunday Evening Service (Contemporary, Casual, Non-denominational) Sunday Morning Worship 9:45 a m. Sunday School MIDDLEVILLE CHRISTIAN REFORMED Whalen is currently get­ ting over her jet lag and de­ ciding what she will impart to her students first. "It was just an eye open­ ing experience." she said. “I hope that all of us that came back, including myself, can share everything they learned. I'm just excited to get to share my experience." RAY TOWNsCND Pm jr ’ <>!<»• • www iesgT*<j»xi*ur<h <Jrg Paster Paul M Hillman Yocth Pastu Das id Erikson 6951 Hanna lake Avenue, Catedceu 6I669M0O1 community Church Finding the Way Together! An informal, contemporary church committed to our community Sunday Worship is at 10:00am in Caledonia Middle School s cafeteria. Everyone is welcome! Pastor: Rev Josh Blunt Contac t our Dutton office at (6/6) 65-65 WAY Check our web site wyyw.wqdarerccorg WHITNEYVILLE ~ Bible Church 5546 Wf.tneyvWe Ave Of 84tfi St • 891 8661 The Church where everybody is somebody... and Jesus is Lord " Meeting at Caledonia High School 5xd^Scnooi 930am. cuxtoyMommgWbdhp 1030 am. •Meeting at chapel on WritAve 'xndoy Benng Wonnp 6 00 pm *ea Moweek Prayer & Boe Study 100 p m. •r. ’ncrcj SUys ?a«<x • cet i-zr -stsna Assoc Pastor Weore Mtmeyvneabe org �The Sun and News. Middleville. Ml July 15, 2003Page 5 Trojan Band camp slated for Aug. 4-8 Calvarymen to sing at Green Lake church The Calvarymen Quartet will perform at 6 p.m. Sunday at the Green Lake Calvary Church, located at 608 145th Ave., Caledonia. The quartet was formed in 1956, and has had a variety of different musicians under the group name Barry Maust is lead, and sings baritone or first tenor, Darrell Young of Flint sings bass, Mark Jacoby of Unionville is baritone, and David Price of Port Huron sings first tenor. Engagements announced Pranger-Blumberg Snyder-Buys Barry and Barbara Snyder of Lancaster. Pennsylvania and Roger and Janice Buys of Alto. Michigan are pleased to announce the engagement of their children, Angela Snyder and Jason Buys. Angela is a 2001 graduate of Salisbury University and the University of Mary land with a degree in environ­ mental science Jason is a 1978 graduate of Caledonia High School and attended GVSU College w ith a degree in computer infor­ mation systems. A December 20. 2003 wed ding is being planned Skip and Char Pranger of Middleville and Roger and Barb Blumberg of Greenville are pleased to announce the engagement of their children, Amanda Pranger and Kevin Blumberg. Amanda is a 1992 graduate of Middleville High School and attended Western Michigan University with a degree in elementary educa­ tion and is currently employed at Thornapple Kellogg Schools. Kevin is a 1992 graduate of Greenville High School and is currently employed at ADAC Plastics An August 2, 2003 wed­ ding is being planned. Burgess-VanLaan Diana Rae Burgess and Michael Jon VanLaan Jr. will be united in marriage on Aug. 8, 2003. The bride-elect and her parents. John and Pat Bur­ gess are of Middleville. The future groom and his parents. Michael and Carol VanLaan are of Caledonia. The couple are both gradu­ ates of South Christian High School. Diana is employed at Burgess Concrete Construct­ ion in Moline Mike is selfemployed for VanLaan Roofing Co. With the installation of new turf scheduled to be completed in the next few weeks, the 190-member Trojan Marching Band now will be able to practice where they play, in the sta­ dium. The Thomapple Kellogg High School marching band plans to make good use of the new artificial turf start­ ing with Freshman Day on Friday. Aug. 1. and continu­ ing with Trojan Band Camp 2003, beginning Monday. Aug. 4. and concluding Fri­ day. Aug. 8. All TK marching band members should have re­ ceived an information packet about band camp in early June. Band members who either did not receive a packet or need a new one should contact the band of­ fice at 795-5400. extension 4446. All information about Trojan Band Camp 2003 also can be found on the TKHS Band home page at The Flintstones. Linus and www.tk.kl2.mi.us/hs/rrickLucy, and Scooby Doo erVmusicdepthome htm The registration deadline Where Are You? The band members' first for Trojan Band Camp 2003 performance this fall w ill be is Friday. July 18. Trojan in the annual Heritage Day band students who wish to participate in the skating trip Parade on Sept. 6 and their first football performance on Wednesday. Aug. 6. or will be on Sept. 12. lake the trip to Michigan's Adventure Friday. Aug. 8. Student leaders for this must have their registration year's Trojan Marching materials turned in by the Band are Gina Niemchick and Amy Turner, flag cap­ deadline. Trojan band members will tains; and. Alex Robinson. spend the week learning this Pauline Galle. Luke Rosen­ year's football halftime berg. Lecanne Lantinga and show, which features music Katy Hauschild. drum ma from various cartoons. In­ jors. The drum captains will cluded in the show are: Loo­ be Tyler Coburn and ney Tunes. The Simpsons. Melissa Stuart. Call 945-9554 anytime to place your Sun & News ACTION-Ad & reach over 11,000 area homes! Peace Reformed Church f Thank you for contributing to our auction to raise money for our building fund on May 10. It was a great success! 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Store Reformed Bible College 4 Star Video Cindy Pell Eastern Mountain Sports Talsma Furniture Fieldings Furniture Aunt Anne’s Pretzels The Clever Cook Heather Lane Pottery Catching Fire Flys Art Folk Andrews Jewelers Israels Fruit Basket Fox Motor Group The Shack Global Vision Discovery Shop Broadmoor Golf Tyler Creek Golf Briarwood Golf Deer Run Golf Glen Eagle Golf Koeze Nuts Macaronni Grill Max & Erma’s Noto’s The Spinnaker Pietro’s Damon’s / �‘Page 6/The Sun and News, Middleville Ml July 15, 2003 Local women’s club leader attends GFWC convention Joan Weick. a member of GFWC-Gun Lake, was one of more than 800 women at the General Federation of Women's Clubs’ 112th an­ nual international conven­ tion in Little Rock, Ark. Besides attending busi­ ness sessions, committee meetings and workshops on Membership and Leader­ ship. Weick heard an ad­ dress by Erin Gruwell, twotime California Teacher of the Year, who helped 150 of her students use the power of education to write a book, graduate from high school and attend college. Gruwell. whose success story is scheduled to be made into a motion picture starring Reese Witherspoon, spoke on "Becoming a Catalyst for Change." Also on the program was humorist Jeanne Robertson, a former Miss America con­ testant. who has won every major award and designation as a public speaker. She is the author of three books on humor and the subject < f many articles and inter­ views. GFWC International President Judy Lutz praised federation members for all meeting. Lutz presented the ninth annual Jane Cunning­ ham Croly/GFWC Print Journalism Award for Ex­ cellence in Covering Issues of Concern to Women to Su­ san Swartz, a newspaper columnist and feature writer with the Press Democrat in Santa Rosa. CA. Dozens of newspaper and magazine writers from around the na­ tion compete for the $ 1.000 Two local girls join Continentals group Joan Weick (left) of the Gun Lake GFWC, Interna­ tional President Judy Lutz (center) and Mary Kaye Ernest, Great Lakes regional president, shown here at the convention. they do in response to the many needs in their commu­ nities. She was particularly appreciative of the enthusi­ asm clubs have displayed for her President's Special Project, "Count 10 for Kids." “Your programs, designed to help children, are making a significant difference in their lives, which means you are making a significant dif­ ference in the future of our country," she said. During the three-day Good Shephard to burn mortgage Lutheran Church is hav­ ing its second annual com­ munity-wide picnic Satur­ day. July 19. from 2 to 6 p.m. Everyone is invited to come and celebrate the church congregation burns game booths. Food will in­ clude brats and hot dogs, root beer, as well as many other tasty treats. All this is free, just the church’s way to thank the community for being such good neighbors to Good Shepherd, according to a spokesperson. A special worship service to give thanks for 15 years in the Middleville area will be held at 1 p.m. Saturday. University. Everyone is cordially invited A 1999 graduate of Thor­ to attend. napple Kellogg High The church is located at School, she was a senior at 800 W Main St. in Mid­ MSU, majoring in studio an. dleville. the mortgage and observe our 15th year in the Mid­ dleville area. There will be activities for all ages. Included will be a clown, balloon animals, sketch artist, face painting and a moonwalk as well as TK grad makes MSU dean’s list Robin McMurray, daugh­ ter of Robert and Vicki McMurray of Freeport, was named to the spring term dean’s list at Michigan State ternational organization of prize each year, submitting volunteer community-based entries that are judged by a team of professional journal­ women’s clubs, with mem­ ists and women's organiza­ bers worldwide. The tion leaders. The contest was GFWC-Gun Lake Area Club designed to pay tribute to ihas been a member of the journalist and GFWC foun­ Federation since 1983 and is der Jane Croly. who desoted known locally for high school scholarships, art her life to helping women improve their lives and ex­ scholarships, hats and gloves to area schools and pand their rights. Christmas gifts to Laurels of Located in the nation's capital, the GFWC is an in­ Sandy Creek. Yow Hometown Full Service Garden Center! Creek Just West Off M-37 e GROWERS 10197 Garbow Rd, Middleville NEWHOURS! Monday-Saturday 9 a m. to 6 p.m. Stop in and see our products for fyub, Mosquito, and Japene# tfeetle Control by Patricia Johns Staff Writer Holly Smith, a 2003 Thornapple Kellogg High School, graduate and Sadie Steiner, a 2003 Caledonia High School graduate, at­ tend Whitneyville Bible Church. They are also leaving on Wednesday, July 16, to at­ tend the Continentals re­ hearsal camp in Kansas. Following the 10 days of rehearsal the girls and the rest of the Continentals will begin traveling from church to church from the Midwest to the east coast. The group performs contemprary Christian music. “Because of the war, no decision has been made on the European part of our tour,” Smith says. “But just getting to meet new people and travel will be fun.” Steiner will be singing the alto parts in performances. She has been learning the songs from a recording. “I have most of them memo­ rized,” she says. Both girls had to audition over the telephone. Origi­ nally Smith, an alto, was go­ ing to be a singer and chore­ ographer with the group and Steiner doing the second so­ prano parts. This is out of her range. So Smith traded her alto part to Steiner. Now Smith will be a media technician with the group, responsible for lights and sound as well as keeping a photographic record of the tour. Smith had talked with Theresa Venton, who was part of the Continentals last year. Both girls are looking forward to the experience. Each girl had to raise $5,500 to take part in the eight weeks of rehearsal and per­ formance. Friends, family and church members helped raise the money. About $1,600 still needs to be raised. Contributions can be sent to Smith at 5965 Hilltop Drive. Middleville 49333. Any funds that are left over after the tour are donated to the Leprosy Foundation. The girls have had to make sure the clothes they pack meet the requirements. "That has been a little hard since I am more comfortable in jeans and T-shirts, but it should work out fine." The tour ends on Aug. 25 and Steiner will be going immediately to Kansas City, Mo„ to attend Calvary Bible College for a degree in ele mentary education Smith will return to Middleville to work, attend Kellogg Com­ munity College and prepare to transfer to Spring Arbor College to pursue a degree in fine arts. There are no nearby con­ certs scheduled for this tour. Information about the Conti­ nentals is available on their website at www.continen talsingers.org. Holly Smith and Sadie Steiner leave tomorrow for an eight-week stint with The Continentals. The group performs contemporary Christian music in churches throughout the east and midwest on this tour. Our boss is gone to the fair. She said to...CLEAN, CLEAN, CLEAN So we are having...SALES, SALES, SALES! 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Fighter, age 89, of Sisson Road, Freeport. died Thursday, July 3, 2003 at his residence. Mr. Fighter was bom Oct. 12, 1913 in Freeport, the son of Claude and Rheba (Strausbaugh) Fighter. He was raised in the Freeport area and attended Freeport schools and gradu­ ated Freeport High School. He was married to Betty A. Walker on Feb. 4, 1964. Mr. Fighter has been engaged in farming all his working life. He also owned and operated the Freeport Elevator for 13 years. Mr. Fighter was a loving husband, father and grandfa­ ther. He was a long-time member and officer of the former Freeport Odd Fellows Lodge and a mem­ ber of the Michigan Trappers Ass’n. He was an avid outdoors­ man his whole life and worked to instill this in his children He enjoyed grow­ ing things, keeping a large garden his whole life. Roscoe enjoyed the woods and forestry, planting thousands of trees at his home and those of his fami­ ly. He was interested in helping those in the commu­ nity that he grew up in, help­ ing to improve the Village of Freeport by assisting in bringing the bank into the community and developing the Freeport Elevator into a thriving business. Mr. Fighter is survived by his wife. Betty ; son. Dan Fighter of Nashville; daugh­ ter. Margaret Fighter of Sand Lake; four grandchil­ dren; and a cousin, Wanita Stout of Battle Creek. Preceding him in death were his parents and a broth­ er. Bernard Fighter. Services were held on Monday. July 7, 2003 at Wren Funeral Home. Rev. Walter W. Winebrenner offi­ ciated Burial was at the Freeport Cemetery. Memorial contributions may be made to the Salvation Army. Arrangements were made by Wren Funeral Home of Hastings. Maurice W. Ogden HASTINGS Maurice W "Pug" Ogden, age 86. of Hastings, died Saturday. July 5, 2003 at his home. Mr. Ogden was born on March 8. 1917 in Thomapple Township. Barry County, Michigan, the son of Walter and Stella (McNee) Ogden. He was raised in the Dowling area and attended rural schools there. He was married to Anna Mae Couch on July I, 1936. He has lived at his present address since 1989. He was employed at the E.W. Bliss Company few 28 years, retiring from there. Previous employment included Barry and State Road Commissions and did tree trimming. Mr. Ogden enjoyed hunt­ ing and Fishing, especially in the Hardy Dam area Mr. Ogden is survived by his daughters. Patricia Ann (LeRoy) Lambert of Alabama and Lois Elaine (John) Zawierucha of Hastings; son. Walter J. "Toad” (Barb) Ogden of Middleville; nine grandchil­ dren; 14 great grandchil­ dren; former daughter-inlaw, Jeanette (George) Ulrich of Hastings; brother, Charles (Donna) Ogden of Kalamazoo and nieces and nephews. Preceding him in death were his parents; wife, Anna Mae on Sept. 28, 1995; son, Richard Lee on April 7, 1993; brothers, Arthur and Clifford Ogden; and sister, Leona Neil. Services were held Wednesday, July 9, 2003 at Wren Funeral Home. Rev. Dr. Michael J. Anton offici­ ated. Burial was at Hastings Riverside Cemetery. Memorial contributions may be made to the Barry Community Hospice. Arrangements were made by Wren Funeral Home. HIXSON. TENNESSEE Gordon D. Raymond, age 65, of Hixson. Tennessee, formerly of Hopkins and Middleville, passed away Friday. July 11, 2003 at Pennock Hospital. Hastings. Gordon D. Raymond was born on April 7. 1938 in Plainwell, the son of Lester D. and Jessie L. (Campbell > Raymond. He was raised in Hopkins and Middleville and attended schools in Hopkins, graduating in 1956. He was employed at Bradford White Corp, in Middleville from 1956 to 1969. He moved to Tennessee in 1969 to work for Mor-Flo Water Heaters He retired as an Industrial Executive in 1987. He enjoyed antique farm­ ing tractors, traveling, and spending time with his fam­ ily. He is survived by his wife. Rebecca R. Raymond; one son. Scott (Kim) Raymond of Nashville. Tennessee; two daughters. Deann Wheelock. of Nashville. Tennessee, and Dawn Raymond, of Atlanta. Donald Lee Bird FREEPORT - Donald Lee Bird, age 60, of Freeport, passed away July 12, 2003 at home Donald Lee Bird was bom April 18, 1943 at Hastings, the son of Ivan and Martha (Elliott) Bird. He was raised in Freeport, and attended Freeport schools. Donald was selfemployed. He ran his own gravel pit. He was a member of Kingdom Hall in Hastings. Don was an outdoors enthusiast, enjoyed fishing, hunting and especially spending time with his grandchildren. Preceding him in death was his son, Daniel Bird, and his parents, Ivan and Martha Bird. He is survived by one son, Doug (Kelli) Bird of Freeport; one daughter. Dawn (Quentin) Aikens of Alto; four grandchildren, Calynne. Alisha. Daniel. Brandi; one brother. Robert (Terri) Bird of Freeport; three sisters, Jeanette (Jim) Cochran, of Richland. Sherry (Wayne) Fyan of Freeport. Elaine (Rudy) Hunter of Freeport; many nieces, nephews and friends A memorial will be held Tuesday, July 15, 2003 at 11 a m. at the Beeler Funeral Chapel, Middleville Pastor Leonard Davis officiating Visitation will be on Tuesday, one hour prior to the service. Memorial contributions may be made to the American Heart Association. Arrangements by the Beeler Funeral Home, Middleville. Georgia; four grandchildren. Adam Raymond, Jacob Raymond. Kayin WheekKk. Owen Wheelock, one broth­ er. Glenn (Nancy) Raymond of Middleville; one sister. Bonnie (Fred) Williams of Dayton. Ohio; four step children. Liesel (Jay) Ritchie of Starkville. Mississippi. Rolston (Kristi) Miller of Toronto. Ontario, Canada. Michaela Miller of San Diego. California. Anya Miller of . Boulder. Colorado; two step grand­ children. Cassidy Miller and Andie Miller, many nieces and nephews and friends. Preceding him tn death were his parents. Lester D and Jessie L. (Campbell) Raymond and an infant sis­ ter. Glenna Jean. A memorial service was held Sunday. July 13. 2003 at the Beeler Funeral Chapel. Middleville Rev. Comer Skinner officiated. Arrangements were made by Beeler Funeral Home. Middleville. Obituaries contin­ ued page 11 (>ive a memorial (hat can go on forever... Ask your funrrul Jtrtctor for mart information on the Barry Community Foundation or call 9450526. If someone you love needs blood, where will it come from? GIVE BLOOD through your community blood service — Friday, July 18 — Noon to 6 The Resource Center 330 Johnson, Caledonia an *549 Travel nw e Premier & Cruise W H Carnival. 7 NIGHT CRUISES FROM FREE UPGRADES __ • -t' Michigan Community Blood Centers Providing 100% of the regular blood supply for all Kent County hospitals including Spectrum Health-Blodgett, Spectrum HealthButterworth, DeVos Children's Hospital, Metropolitan Hospital, Saint Mary's Mercy Medical Center. 774-2300 or 1-866-MIBLOOD www.miblood.org �Page 8/The Sun and News MidcfleviWe. Ml July 15. 2003 Barry Bowlathon teams bring home 3 trophies bv Patricia Johns Staff Writer The Big Brothers Big Sis­ ters A Community of Caring bowlathon in March raised three times as much money as it did in March of 2002. The county also brought home a trophy in the educa­ tion, insurance and law en­ forcement divisions. The or­ ganization serves Allegan, Barry. Calhoun, Kalamazoo and Van Buren counties. Nancy Goodin, who helped restart Big Brothers Big Sisters, worked hard to bring the education trophy to Thornapple Kellogg Her team included Tom Mohler, the retired Barry Intermedi­ ate School District superin­ tendent; TK Superintendent Kevin Konarska and his wife. Laurie, and Erica Du­ dik. The team raised The Education award winner was the TK team ot Erica Dudik, Kevin Konarska, Tom Mohler and Nancy Goodin. Not pictured is Laurie Konarska. Call to place your ad in the Sun & News! Phone 945-9554 or 1-800-870-7085. 24 Hours a Day -7 Days a Week Reach over 11,000 area homes! *1 think everyone really pulled together this year" -Bill Sheldon BBSS director $1,840.40 and Goodin was honored for being the sec­ ond best fund-raiser. The second TK bowling team of Pat and Mark Koeze, Deb Smith and Glory Near raised $711. Mohler and Goodin served on Barry Community Resource Network, which brought BBBS to the county just a year and a half ago. BBBS director Bill Shel­ don said the county earned more than $21,000 in the 2002 bowlathon “I think everyone really pulled together this year,” he said. Diane Haines, event coor­ dinator for Barry County, says “Next year we should do even better.” The Barry County Law Enforcement team raised al­ most $1,000. This is the sec­ ond time that the Barry County law enforcement team has brought back the trophy. It is on display at the sheriff s department. Joe Booher, captain of the team, says “My goal is to raise $25,000 from the county. Also on the team are his wife, Dawn, Laurie Hallifax-Greer, Bill Nesbitt and Mark Sheldon. There were three teams from Hastings Mutual Insur­ ance. They raised more than $2000. The team that brought them the trophy was the Sossity Bolen team, which raised $760. The Bowlathon will be held on the first weekend in March 2004. Call Sheldon at 945-9545 for more informa­ tion about the BBBS pro­ gram. Adult volunteers are always needed. Tailoring a Gift to serve your charitable interests and financial goals The Barry Community Foundation offers a range of philanthropic options. Uruestruted Funds, or Community Action Funds give the inundation the discretion to make grants that address the most urgent needs ot the community as they change from time to time Field of interest Funds benefit a specif, area of interest to the donor They can also benefit a geo graphical area Donor Advised Funds are often created as an alter native to a private foundation and aiiow donors to recommend the chantabte organizations and causes to be considered for grants They can be established in two forms Designated Funds make grants to specific organizations chosen by the donor when the fund ts established Scholarship and Award Funds are estabitshed by donors wishing to make education available to indi­ viduals in their communities Library Volunteers receive certificates The Thornapple Kellogg School and Community Library is fortunate to have adult volunteers who take large print books to residents of Carveth Village and who have been working to catalog the historical collection Recently librarian Jo­ anne Boyer (center) presented the volunteers with certificates of appreciation Honored this year were Luella Perry, Bev Swanson. Roberta Meeker. Mary Eckert. Nancy Kelley and Alice Wieringa. Music teacher featured in ‘Summer Hymn Sing’ Caledonia schools music educator Nancy TenElshof will be featured on marimba in the the next program in the Summer Hymn Sing Se­ ries sponsored by Caledonia United Methodist Church at 6 p.m. Sunday, July 20. TenElshof has been em­ ployed at Caledonia Middle School for 21 years and now teaches choir and directs musicals. Her bands and choirs have earned honors at state music festivals. Her education background in­ cludes a music education major and percussion minor from Central Michigan Uni­ versity and a master of mu­ sic degree from Michigan State University. She has performed with the Grand Rapids Sym­ phony, toured Russia and Denmark with Musical Youth International, at­ tended Interlochen Music Camp and toured Europe as a percussionist with the Blue Lake International Adult Band. TenElshof played “Chop­ sticks” on the marimba last month with the Grand Rap­ ids Symphonic Band at Arts Festival 2003. The marimba she owns is more than 50 years old. It was made at the end of World War II. It is similar in appearance to a xylophone, but with a more mellow and Nancy TenElshof rich sound. A pianist, she teaches pri vale lessons and plays piano for services at Newhall Re­ formed Church in Wyo­ ming. Her talents are shared regularly at area churches "I give God the glory for giv­ ing me the gift of music!” she says. "I love sharing it on this earth!" The community is invited to attend the event, followed by a reception. A free-will offering will be taken to benefit the churc’s expand ing music program. The church is located on 250 Vine St. in Caledonia. Rev. 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The production will take place al 7:3(1 pm on the 24th and 25th. and at 2 p.m. on the 26th. all at Central Auditorium.The local stu­ dents will have put in six weeks of time, rehearsing Monday-Friday from 9 a m. to noon. Ward is originally from Ward has since come back to Grand Rapids and performed at the Circle Theatre and Spectrum Thea­ tre. He continues to perform in a musical duo at local res­ taurants. co-writes and per­ forms a Christmas musical, and writes commercials and jingles for local businesses. The concert will take place on the courthouse lawn from 11:30 a.m. to 1 p.m.. but in the event of rain will move to the Thomapple Arts Council building at 117 W. State St. Fridays at the Fountain is co-sponsored by the Thor­ napple Arts Council and the City of Hastings. Joe Ward Grand Rapids, and performs Fridays and Saturdays at the While House Bistro & Gal­ lery in Saugatuck. He has studied and performed mu­ sic at Grand Rapids Com­ munity College, and then majored in music at the Uni­ versity of Kentucky. After­ ward. Ward went on to Hol­ lywood. gaining experience in modeling, movies, televi­ sion and musical theater. Eleven area students on Calvin dean’s list Calvin College has an­ nounced its spring semester dean's list, which includes 11 local students. To achieve this honor, students must earn at least a 3.5 grade point average for the semester, and maintain a minimum 3.3 cumulative grade point average. The students are listed by area. *ijRefleciions Fair weather, whether or not by Patricia Johns It has been great to see will be chosen. I don't attend the grand­ Now, for normal people the demonstration and chil­ dren's gardens grow and stand events or ride on the the Barry County Fair change. I didn't even imag­ midway events. The grand­ started yesterday. Monday, ine when the garden started stand events are two noisy when the rides started going 11 years ago that we would and scary for my taste. around at 6 p.m. One day this week I will ever have underground However 4-H members, eat my favorite fair food, their parents, 4-H leaders sprinkling. French fries made from I love to see the creativity and superintendents are not fresh potatoes. But first I in open class projects, the normal. For them (us) the fair began Saturday. July 12. collections and then the ani­ will have to pick out the wagon that seems to be the mals. I am amazed at the And it is still going on. 1 like the fair a lot. I even care the 4-H members give best. I accompany these fries with the fresh squeezed lem­ attended the fair in the sum­ to their animals. Yes. there is a competi­ onade. mer of 1992 when we were By Saturday. I will be tion to see which animals looking for a house. more than ready for fair to It does seem to have be­ are the best, which young be over. 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The dog gone silly crafts program held at the township for the Caledonia Branch of the Kent District Library held a fascination for many youngsters to make all sorts of dog-related crafts. Juggling on unicycles was just part of a terrific act by Teresa and Sem during the summer reading program sponsored by the Caledonia Branch of the Kent District Library East Town Homes Middleville’s Netvest Townhouse Community Why rent when you can OWN? Cre so g°°d e opti d pr ge ‘ te ible ho e e living - fi tsi be ooms, 1 or a ths s available taxes may be tax ce living down* to qualified buyers Located 142'.’™'” DeKIeine Amy DeKleine 02583174 616-299-6790 • 616-878-4300 ext 207 few pitfalls as they rode around on unicycles, juggled past scout leaders and per­ formed acrobatic feats that had kids hollering "cool." Sem is the silly one while Teresa backs him up with encouragement and much “ egging on." She is the one often getting the audience to push him just a little further in an act. From balancing on two legs of a chair to ending up balancing on one leg, on a bottle, which is sitting on top of a kitchen pot which in turn is sitting on a table. “Dog gone silly crafts” was a hit with the younger crowd of the library. From making a dog puppet to decorating a dog picture, the little ones knew just what to do. When it came to the bird pencils (complete with feather top) and dog collars ( decorated ribbon with Vel­ cro closures), they were helped by older siblings, parents and library person­ nel. The fun continues on Thursdays with: • July 17 — Deconstruct your jeans, held at the li­ brary for ages 11 and up, a pair of jeans is required. • July 24 — Caledonia Tisha Wells, youth librarian at Caledonia, helps a young friend build a bird pen. Dogs, kids and silly birds seem to all go hand in hand. Branch of KDL will host the Flying Aces Professional Frisbee Team (all ages wel­ come) at the Township Hall. • July 31 — The summer program ends with the KDL Puppet Show. 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The judges will chose the top three performances from each age category and those top three will perform on stage Saturday evening. The winner of each category will be chosen via audience vot­ ing. Organizer Tom DeVries says. “This is intended to be a fun contest." Prizes will be awarded based on the dona­ tions of the sponsors. DeVries welcomes queries from sponsors. He can be reached at 795-3667. Since this is a church sponsored performance event open for all ages, only songs with appropriate lyrics will be permitted. /Ml lyrics must be written out and sub­ mitted to the judges at time of performance. Any song deemed inappropriate with questionable lyrics or em­ phasis on themes like drink­ ing. gambling, drugs, etc., will not be allowed. If in doubt, participants may sub­ mit songs in advance for ap­ proval. Up to five members may be in a group. Vocal and in­ strumental performances are both allowed. This is a music contest, not a dancing competition. Appropriate gestures during singing is allowed, but danc­ ing is not part of the compe­ tition. The performance time be­ written out and approved’ al fore the judges is limited to the afternoon judging to be five minutes. However, in included in the evening per­ formance. the evening each performer Performers who have a group w ill be given about a 13-minute time slot. This to­ complicated setup may have this cut into their perform­ tal time performers have on stage, not performance time. ance time. However, as much as possible like drums Therefore, assuming quick setup, a performer may per­ and other equipment will be form longer than the five- set up in advance to mini­ minute limit that was used in mize set-up time. The church is providing a full the afternoon judging. sound system to make for Total performing time is limited to 10 minutes within faster transitions. Applications are available the 13 minutes on stage. All at the church which is at 708 additional material must be TK jr. high students invited to after school art classes Thornapplc Kellogg Jun­ ior High School students arc invited to attend after-school art lessons starting Aug. 26 in Middleville Registrations arc being accepted through Friday. Aug. 15. The class sessions will be held Tuesdays. Wednesdays and Thursdays from 2:30 to 4 p.m. at 210 Arlington (M37), within walking distance from TK schools. Students can learn to draw and design. They will receive a certificate of achievement and a portfolio of their work at the end of the school year. Saving on home insurance is “No Problem.” mobile home protection. 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Cost is $10 per lesson and supplies will be provided. No experience is necessary. Payment for the week is due before each Tuesday lesson begins. There will be no lessons the weeks of Thanksgiving and winter/Christmas break or spring break. There is a 10 seat maximum Area Obituaries money with Auto-Owners Insurance fix their home and UN'S RECEIVE DOUBLE PAY! Wr offer great reasons to put your nursing skills to work right here: undrcds of thousands of families are saving W. Main St. in Middleville. They are in the box by the information sign in front of the church. DeVries asks that people picking up appli­ cations park in the parking lot when getting their appli­ cation. Applications must be re­ ceived by August 30. Mail to. Middleville Christian Re­ formed Church. P.O. Box 127. Middleville 49333. For more information call DeVries at 79S 3667 or K.athv Doornbos at 7959651 Harold Whipple GRAND BLANC Harold “Bud” W hipple, age 74, of Grand Blanc, passed away on Saturday. July 5, 2003. Education was important to Bud. and his career revolved around the schools. He served as superinten­ dent of Caledonia Schools from 1969 to 1975 His favorite hobby was flying his radio-controlled airplanes. Bud is survived by his wife. Margaret, children and grandchildren, David and Vickie Whipple tJaime and Andrew) of* Holland. and Machelle Michael Whipple (Dominick and Christopher) of Wayland. Diane and Michael Knight (Kevin) of Kentwood. Deb and Mark Freeman (Julie and Alex) of Holt, and two great -granddaughters Bud was preceded in death by an infant daughter. Tammy. “We wanted to offer our TK junior high students a safe, creative place to go af­ ter school,” said instructor Laura Miller. “A place where they can use their imagination to develop their artistic talent. Anyone can draw, if they know the se­ crets” For more information, visit the website at artzone3. tripod.com, e-mail mailto: bos2 KXaiserv.net or call 795-4179 Want more reasons to come to Pennock? 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Cindy to find out how she can help you with a mortgage, refinancing, home equity loan, line of credit, construction loan, and more. 1.800.267.3830 or 945.9561 EquaHk*usmg Lc*nd*-r Member FDIC �Page 12/The Sun and News, Middleville, MVJuly 15. 2003 Barber Ridge Estates development proposed t>v Ruth Zachary Staff Writer Barber Ridge Estates, a development near Barber Lake, is tentatively planned off 96th Street and Whitneyville Avenue, as explained by developer Dan Timmer in an informal presentation at the July 7 Caledonia Plan­ ning Commission meeting. Timmer also was repre- The plan reduced drive­ ways onto Whitneyville from individual lots. Three access points were planned, two aligned on each side of Whitneyville and one off 96th Street Fifty to 54 lots would be from one to three acres in size on about 100 acres of land, with about eight acres in Barber Lake. One option had been pre­ pared based on two-acre lots. Option 2 was discussed. Streets would be private. Five areas of open space are planned to take up about 20 H. Rezomng Request by acres, some along road Burke Thompson - 1st frontage and some along the sented by Bob Goodheart of Pathfinder Engineering. The land has a purchase agreement contingent on ob taining the desired approval for the project. It is pres­ ently zoned as rural residen­ tial. with plans for a site condominium planned unit development (PUD) on the property, which includes two sides of Whitneyville. Charter Township of CALEDONIA A Regular Meeting of the Charter Township of Caledonia Reading Board of Trustees will be held I Rezoning Request by beginning at 7 00 pm on Vince Meaney - 1st Wednesday. July 16th. 2003, Reading at the Caledonia 6. INQUIRY OF CONFLICT Township/Village Hall, 250 OF INTEREST. Maple Street. Caledonia. 7. REPORT FROM BOARD Michigan NOTE: Individuals with disabili­ OFFICERS AND STAFF 8. CORRESPONDENCE. ties may request auxiliary aids A Letter from Fred and services tor the meeting Fleischmann Regarding by contacting the Township Traffic Signals on M-37 Clerk al (616) 891-0070 9. UNFINISHED BUSINESS. TENTATIVE AGENDA A. Appointment/Confirmation 1. CALL TO ORDER/ROLL - to the Local Officers CALL Compensation Commis­ 2. PLEDGE OF ALLE­ sion GIANCE AND INVOCATION B. Appointment/Confirmation 3.CONSIDERATION OF - to the Public Safety THE MEETING AGENDA. Advisory Committee 4 PUBLIC COMMENT (2 10. NEW BUSINESS MINUTES) A Proposed Project Agree 5. APPROVAL OF CON­ ment with VerMeulen & SENT AGENDA Associates. Inc A Minutes of the June 18th B Final Plat Approval for special workshop & July Southbelt Industrial Park. 2nd. 2003 Meeting C Resolution - Charter B. Correspondence Not Communications Cable Requmng Board Action. Franchise Renewal. C. Approval to Pay Bills. 11. BOARD COMMENTS D. Treasurer s Report E. Building Department 12. PUBLIC COMMENT (5 Report MINUTES). 13. ADJOURNMENT F. Utilities Report. 06515400 G. Fire Department Report. WANTED: ORDINANCE ENFORCEMENT OFFICER The Village of Middleville and the Township of Thomapple is seek­ ing a qualified person to act as assistant ordinance enforcement officer for both units of government The officer would enforce Village and Township ordinances, and be under the direct super­ vision of the Village/Township Planner It is expected this would be a part tune position with hourly wage to be paid from the respec­ tive units of government It would be desirable if the applicant has knowledge of the ordinances pertaining to zoning, land use. signs, subdivisions, etc. to accurately interpret and enforce them A job desenption lor this position it available from the Village Office. 100 E. Main Street or the Township Office. 200 E Main Street. Middleville or by emailing Bryan Groesbeck at voml Oiserv net Position is open until fitted The Village of Middleville and Thomapple Township are EOE OSStxs;. ■■ Providing a full range of legal services to the Caledonia area for over 50 years. Caledonia Office Located in the Glen Valley Retail Center 9185 Cherry Valley Ave , Ste. M Caledonia. Ml 49316 Tel (616)891-0000 www mmbjlaw.com Lowell Office 307-A Mam St Lowell. Ml 49331 Tel (616) 897-3111 Planning Commissioner Don Koopmans said he did not w ant to see any home on less than 1.3 acres. Chairman Archie Warner said he thought 54 lots might be excessive, but an option 3 prepared with 50 lots eventually could repre­ sent a compromise. Some natural features, such as lake, wetlands, steep slopes etc. might disallow consid­ ering all the acreage in com­ putations for the buildable lands. Commissioners said they liked having some open space scattered over the de­ velopment. especially on the comer of 96th and Whitney- ville. in the spirit of main­ taining the rural atmosphere Though common open space and resident access is favored, some uncertainty was raised over the impact of allowing so many resi­ dents access to the lake, or even access by non-resi­ dents. The recently passed key holing ordinance was re­ ferred to. which may limit some of the use options for lake access. At present a golf course and one other homeowner share the use of the lake, es­ timated to be from 30 to 40 acres in size There is almost no boat traffic now on the lake. Yankee Springs budget includes officials’ raises bv Patricia Johns Staff Writer The Yankee Springs Board approved the fiscal year 2003-04 budget in a special meeting June 26. This year’s budget, which officially began July I. in­ cludes a 3.5 percent across the board raise for township employees. This includes contracted employees and members of the planning commission and zoning board of appeals The rise in salart for com­ missioners is only $5. Mem­ bers of the ZBA will now make $70 per meeting in­ stead of $65. Members of the Planning Commission will make $55 a meeting, up from $50. The chairs and secretaries of both boards will make $80 for each meeting. Yankee Springs Town­ ship Supervisor Al McCrumb now will be paid $18,892 per year with his raise. There is also the new base salary for the clerk and treasurer. Clerk Jan Lippert will make an additional $1,200 a year because of her in­ creased responsibilities with the second election precinct. The treasurer’s salary is divided between the treas­ urer and his deputy. Of the base salary John Jerkatis re­ ceives $13,248 and his dep­ uty $6,624. In addition be­ cause of the summer collec­ tion of the SET taxes, an ad­ ditional $4500 was budg­ eted. Jerkatis will receive $1,500 and his deputy $3,000. Trustees will now make $3,312 a year with an addi­ tional $ 1.440 per year to be paid if they attend what is anticipated to an additional meeting per month. The zoning administrator now will make $15,577 a year. The constable will make $55 a meeting. He also makes $100 a month as the liquor inspector. Office employees will now make $9.41 per hour and maintenance workers make $11.22 an hour. Anticipated general fund revenue for the 2003-2004 fiscal year is $853,878. The expenses include $140,000 to expand the fire station to make room for the new equipment. McCrumb emphasized that while the anticipated expenses in the budget of MIDDLEVILLE Mika Meyers Beckett & Jones Grand Rapids Office 900 Monroe Ave , NW Grand Rapids. Ml 49503 Tel (616) 632-8000 lake frontage to be used in common by residents in the association. Timmer is ask­ ing for a bonus density of 10 percent. Soil borings had shown the project would allow sep­ tic systems. Soils are pre­ dominantly sand, or clay with sand 10 feet below the surface. Lot topography is well above the flood plain. The best lots were placed to allow locations along the lake. Goodheart said. This meant longer streets would be constructed, and open space would be distributed rather than placing it all at the most remote portion of the property. Village Council Meeting COUNCIL MEETING MINUTES JUNE 24, 2003 The regular meeting of the Village of Middleviile Michigan Council was called to order at 7.00 p m. by Mr Floyd Bray. President Pro Tempore of the Village of Middlevine. Michigan, in the Council Chamber of the village Hall Members present: Mr. Floyd Bra, Mrs Dorothy Corson. Mr Wifcam Kenyon, Mr Michael Lytle and Mr Charles Pullen Members absent Mr. Lon Myers and Mrs Manlyn VandenBerg Minutes erf the June 10. 2003 meeting were approved as wntten The Agenda was approved as wntten. Mr. Clair Miller submitted the Earth Tech report ACTIONS TAKEN — 1. Approved the invoices dated June 20, 2003 in the amount of $95,901.80 on a motion made by Mr. Pullen and supported by Mr. Lytle. 2. Approved purchase of two new air conditioner con­ densers from Welton's Heating and Cooling at a cost of $3285.00 on a motion made by Mr Kenyon and supported by Mrs. Corson. 3 Adjourned the meeting at 7:33 p m on a motion made by Mrs Corson and support­ ed by Mr, Kenyon Respectfully submitted. Rhonda L Fisk, Clerk The completed text of the minutes may be read at the Village Hall between the hours of 9.00 AM and 5.00 PM. Monday through Friday $896,108 make it appear to be a deficit budget, this is not what will actually occur. The general fund will make up any difference that is needed to cover the cost of the expansion. In other business at this meeting the board approved paying $3,385 for improve­ ments to the Yankee Springs Township Park These im­ provements include back stops, sand volleyball court, soccer field and basketball nets. Park benches are part of the Eagle Scout project for the park as well. M-37 commercial zone expansion recommended by Ruth Zachary Staff Writer The Caledonia Township Planning Commission con­ sidered preserving industrial zoning along M-37, as the master plan has designated, but last week recommended rezoning to commercial zon­ ing instead. Dispensation of the re­ quest made by Vince Meaney to rezone an M-37Kraft corner parcel to gen eral commercial instead of industrial on M-37 will come up soon on the board's agenda. The decision could be an important one, setting a precedent for a solid com­ mercial front along the state artery, rather than to estab­ lish separate commercial centers and varied scenery as the community once said it wanted. The property was seen by the owner as an exception because of the location's frontage on both M-37 and Kraft. Commissioner Don Koopmans agreed, he said, because the small lot size was not well suited to in­ dustrial use. but did not want all the industrial areas planned for, to disappear. He added he thought usually it should be difficult to de­ part from the master plan. Commissioner Ric Parent disagreed and favored stick­ ing to the master plan and not change "what we've worked so hard to pul for­ ward." He said there were several possible light indus­ trial uses that would fit on 1.3 acres, such as small en­ gine repair, motor vehicle repair, printing and publish­ ing. "A lot of those would ade quately fit on this." He said this would create a spot zone. Meaney pointed out that " things typically associated with industrial zoning, in­ clude a lot of semi-traffic, exterior storage of material, such as skids... This particu­ lar property docs not lend it­ self to any natural buffers against those kind of ... eye­ sores... shielding it from the public view... making that transition down M-37 from the highway commercial district." He stressed that any manufacturing operation would be an eyesore. Parent said some uses al lowed could deal with these concerns, including buffer­ ing, and said they would need to be cautious. If zoned for industrial, any uses allowed eventually could take place on the property, and would not fall under stricter standards for commercial uses. Planning Commission Chairman Archie Warner said he fell flexibility for the particulars of the situation was needed and recom­ mended the rezoning. Commissioner Wally Bujak said he hoped the pro­ ject, if approved, would be held to the higher standards of the Highway Commercial district to the north. Control over the quality of the pro­ ject was in the best interest of the township, he said. Township Planner Dave See M-37, con­ tinued page 15 �The Sun and News. Middleville. Ml July 15. 2003/Page 13 Middleville Village rejects support for Community Viz "by Patricia Johns Staff Writer The Village of Middleville has decided not to support the county-wide “Commu­ nity Viz” program Council member Floyd Bray complained that the village was being taxed three times when the county re­ quested financial support for the program. “Community Viz” is a computer based data analysis program that could help area planning commissions gain an understanding of the im­ pact of development in their communities. The program was developed at Michigan State University and has been used in several commu­ nities in the state. The county has asked the townships and villages to participate by paying $2,000 each to support the program. Thornapple Township has sent a letter of support to the county for the program, as has the City of Hastings. Village Manager Bryan Groesbeck mentioned his concern that the village would not get the true bene­ fits of the program because of the time it would take village employees to gather and type in the local data “Some assistance might be available from the county, but it hasn’t really been clarified who will be entering the local data.” he said Bray said he was con­ cerned that village residents pay local taxes to the vil­ lage. township and county and are again being asked to contribute funds in addition to tax money already col­ lected. “I don't think we should be triple dipped." he said. Council President Lon Myers mentioned that it was important to have good rela­ tions with the county and that it might be possible to support the efforts without contributing the entire $2,000. Council voted 4-3 not to support the Community Viz program. Groesbeck also reported that the Blueprint process is under way. Local businesses are being surveyed and tele­ phone survey of randomly selected residents within the 795 telephone area will be­ gin during the week of July 14 Several meetings will be held with the Hyatt-Palma consulting firm on Aug. 11 and 12. This will include meetings to get input from the public. The Blueprint plan will help market the Middleville downtown and was awarded to Middleville in a competitive process. Myers asked the village attorney to research the ordi­ nance on appointees to vil­ lage boards It has been the practice to only appoint vil­ lage residents to village boards but the ordinance is not specific. The board also approved hiring Michigan Asphalt as the street paving contractor for this summers street pro­ gram. There was some con­ cern that this low bidder for the $140,000 project has not worked in the village previ- ously. Darry l Fenstermacher as­ sured council that the com­ pany would work closely with the village on these projects and would diligent to correct any problems which might arise. In other road construction news the village will be meeting in preconstruction discussions on the projects on Grand Rapids and West Main streets. Work should Share the moments Share the life.™ It DOES make a difference who processes your film. Rezoning request delayed over conditions of 68th St. by Ruth Zaachary Staff Writer The Caledonia Planning Commission July 7 recom­ mended denial of a rezoning request at 5969 68th St., brought by Burke Thomp­ son, who wanted to put up two buildings for 30 me­ dium to luxury style apart­ ment units on five acres. The reason given was the poor condition of 68th Street, and hazardous traffic conditions east of Kraft, to which more housing would contribute. Thompson objected to the reasoning based on the exis­ tence of hazardous traffic all along M-37, which had more traffic and no left turn lanes, which was not a rea­ son to delay other projects along that artery . The parcel is located near Foremost and the planned Davenport cam­ pus. He said he hoped to ex­ pand housing for students in the areas. Areas next to the parcel are occupied by single-fam­ ily dwellings. Neighbors voiced opposition to the pro­ ject. Art Homnch objected to the density next to his home, and impact on the ravines, while others were not happy over potential traffic effects. Other areas had been con­ sidered for high density housing in the master plan. There are other parcels on the north side of 68th, but no others planned on the south side, in the immediate area. Planner Dave ZyIstra ex- Cal 945-9554 for Sun & News classified ads plained. The future zoning map was put up for residents to view. Other high density housing is slated near M-37. Some residents ques­ tioned the master plan, which they felt did not con­ sider their pre-existing use of the property, one resi­ dence dating to 1968. They said the plan should con­ sider what the changes would do to those already living there. They asked for a site plan by the commis­ sioners. which would be done as a part of a site plan review. Commissioners explained the plan does not have a time frame, and each parcel is re-zoned separately over a five- to ten-year span. Commissioner Wally Bujak reminded residents there had been opportunity to take part in the master planning process, and said high den­ sity residential zoning had been planned where there were to be public utilities. He said it was a matter of "not if. but when." He said he believed sur­ rounding residents would eventually realize an in­ crease of property values, and not a decrease. The option to extend the timing of rezoning is up to the commission, and impact can be considered, and in this case increased traffic lor this particular street was thought to be too much Rezonmg is eventually planned for the area in the master plan, and would re­ zone the parcel, new desig­ nated as agricultural to multi-family, which would allow 6 2 units per acre. Zy Istra told the audience that rezonmg does not deal with the actual uses or den­ sities planned for the parcel, which at a site plan might or might not be approved as re­ lated to the specific pro­ posal. Thompson hoped to build two-story units with a base­ ment walkout level, a ground level and a second story. He said he would pre­ fer clustering, and to leave the ravines and trees, but could spread the units out by filling in the terrain and placing culverts for drain­ age, though it was more eco­ nomical to avoid this. He has already begun clearing some of the area. He planned to do no more until site plan approval had been given, he said. Impact on the ravines, where they now drain into an area watershed, wase a concern of residents. It was explained he could clear the land, but could not fill it without DEQ approval. Any streams or wetlands would be taken out of the total acreage calculations for de­ termining allowable density. How much of the five acre parcel was actually buildable and could be built in to the density calculations was not certain. Power lines would cross the property, and 60 to 75 parking spaces would be planned under these. Thompson said the two-bed­ room apartment structures could fit with all the re­ quired sizes and setbacks. Water and sewer has al­ ready been installed to serve the property, for which Thompson is assessed, with deductions for easements. A motion for recommen­ dation failed, so a motion for denial to the board w as made and passed begin the week of July 21 and the hope is that work will be finished before the start of school. The next meeting of the Middleville Village Council at 7 p.m. Tuesday. July 22. Join the club © CLUB CARD UJf APPRecm VOUR smss ANO UW to gne vou S0M6THWG SPKIRt. Cl IpaVuI u, SPECIALTY PAPERS COPIES SEE OUR HUGE SELECTION OF COLORS BLACK & WHITE OR FULL COLOR & SPECIAL TEXTURES CHECK OUR PRICES! Capture the moments on film! Bring your film for processing to... Check out all our Special Services: Big Prints & Posters Folding & Laminating Collating Business Cards Custom Rubber Stamps Plastic Binding and more! 1351 N.Broadway (M-43) Hastings 269.945.9105 OPEN MON - FRI 8:30 - 6:00 • SAT 8:30 -1:00 �Page 14/The Sun and News. Middleville. Ml/Juty 15. 2003 Thornapple Financial Center From Our Readers marks 15 years in Middleville Local Citizens Speak Out On Issues Susan A. Foster opened her tax and accounting prac­ tice in Middleville on July 5, 1988. with her partner at that time. Bill Roush of Hastings. The business was then called Roush's Accounting and Tax Service, which in addition to Foster had one employee. In November of 1993. Roush and Foster built a new office building on the same site, tearing down the previous office that was at one time was The Dairy Dip. In January of 1995, Roush retired, leaving Fos­ ter as sole owner. Since then the business has expanded greatly, now employing five year-round employees and four additional seasonal em­ ployees. This year the office was remodeled to accommodate an additional office for the growing staff. Foster is a wife and the mother of four children. She is active in the commumity, with the Rotary Club of Middleville and in her church. She sees her role as a business owner in the community as one of serv­ ice. "I want to educate and guide my clients so that they can attain financial inde­ pendence and in doing so. will achieve their goals, whether in. the business or personal realms. Along with providing ac­ counting and tax preparation through Thornapple Finan­ cial Center. Foster offers fi­ nancial planning as an asso­ ciate regional vice president with money concepts, an in­ ternational financial plan­ ning network. In addition to Foster, the office has two other licensed financial planners. Deborah Wert and Cheryl Mosey, who have been with Thor­ napple Financial Center 15 and nine years, respectively. "With Money Concepts, we are able to provide infor­ mation and planning in the area of MAs, mutual funds, annuities and life insurance as well as college savings plans and long term health care insurance,” Foster said. "This information is not just for my existing clients but we strive to get information out to the community as well." 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Professionals and Century Club awards from Money Concepts. He can be found consistently among the top 25 of the Top 100 national sales leaders of Money Con­ cepts, In addition to his profes­ sional success, Anderson and his wife have just added their first grandchild to their family. Foster says, “I am excited about the addition of Ander­ son to our family, becoming a part of our office team in Middleville and of the possi­ bilities it opens up not only in office, but for our com­ munity as well.” Our Mission: Here at Ed's Body Shop of Caledonia,Inc., we believe in customer service. We pride ourselves on our commitment to quality auto body repairs and impeccable customer service. Everyone promises 100% satisfaction. But at Eds Body Shop dr Quality Auto Glass we have the evidence... July 3,2003 Pear Ed’s Body Shop, Being In the service business myself, I wanted to write you this letter to help show my appreciation for the service work your company performed Who’s running Caledonia Township government? To the editor: As a long-time selfappointed Caledonia area historian and a vehement proponent of ethical govern­ ment. I am appalled and dis­ gusted with the Caledonia Township Board’s apparent pandering to their favonte developer at the expense of Caledonia taxpayers. Why is this happening? Because we have a “touchyfeely” supervisor who seems to have only a vague idea of what is going on in the township. In all fairness, he does have an innate sense of fair play that encourages him to vote with the board members who have the tech­ nical ability to analyze what some call the “voodoo eco­ nomics” financial spread­ sheets placed before them by board consultants, often only an hour before asked to vote on these multimillion dollar issues. But those asking for the time to fully analyze the impact of these bond issues on township citizens are not enough, when board mem­ bers vote based on “I’ve known these (developers) all my life. They are good folks. Good folks working together can accomplish good things." The operative question is; good for whom? Contracts to run utilities to some developers justify utility fees based on “appre­ ciation of property value due to utility availability.” Others seem to have fees pulled out of thin air, with one common denominator: overall the contracts are bond issues barely cover “pipe in the ground,” even with optimistic connection schedules. Township con­ sultants seem to have over­ looked the almost tripling of the sewer plant capacity, and the almost quadrupling of the water system capacity. These costs, by contracts, and the township’s own ordinances, are legally required to be paid by the developer. The Township’s apparent plan to load these possibly multi-million dol­ lar costs on unknowing util­ ity customers or the general taxpayer is abhorrent, espe­ cially when we need a new library, and we need roads paved. I am told that more than one group is circulating a petition to bring the current almost $3 million bond issue to a vole of the elec­ torate. I urge the residents voters of Caledonia Township to sign this peti­ tion, which will force the township to properly struc­ ture costs; by ordinance, the cost to a developer must be 100 percent of all transmis­ sion line construction and plant upgrade costs, plus a connection fee deemed to be a proper share of current system capacity. The exact language cover­ ing developers’ costs appear in several contracts and ordinances; the most con­ cise states. "(The Township) agrees to extend the System to service (a properly) upon payment by the person or entity requesting the exten sion of the cost of all enhancements of expansions of the System necessary to service the proposed area including, without limita tion, the cost of additional System supply, treatment, storage, transmission, distri­ bution and metering facili­ ties, and the payment of an equitable share of the cost of the supply, treatment, and storage facility components of the System in existence at the time of the request " What is there about this statement the board does not understand1 If the board does mx fol­ low its contracts and ordi­ nances. the entire township government is placing itself i jeopardy Whatever the outcome of the bond refer­ endum. what are further options? The township ordi­ nance provides for an injunction that will effec­ tively bring the entire bond process to halt until resolved. The cost issue is so clear cut a judicial mjunc tion is entirely possible. Governor Jennifer Granholm has the authority to remove local politicos from office for cause The Kent County Prosecutor’s office and the Michigan Attorney General’s office has been very helpful in the past. The FBI mission state ment places political corrup­ tion and undue influence near the top of their list of investigative priorities. The Township Board is faced with some tough choices, none of which would be before them if they read and followed their own mandates. Clarence Slaughter Caledonia Old World Masonry Call for FREE Estimates For all your masonry needs. Such as: • Patios • Fireplaces • Retainment Walls • Pavers • Fountains • New Structure Or Restoration 269-795-2192 on my Ford Expedition. 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Mi/Juty 15. 2003/Page 15 Starr View Estates gets preliinary OK by Patricia Johns Staff Writer Kay D Development has finally received preliminary approval from Yankee Springs Township for its Starr View Estates project at the corner of Shaw Lake and Norris roads. Mary Cook, told the resi­ dents in the audience op­ posed to this residential de­ velopment, that the board must make decisions on facts not emotions "I under­ stand that this change is dif­ ficult but we can't keep an owner from using his prop­ erly as long as he is doing it within the ordinance. She went over the reasons why she supports this Planned Unit Development During his analysis of the project. Supervisor Al McCrumb said. "One of the complaints in the letters we have received is that the owner will be making money from this project. It is his right to make money." John Jerkatis cast the only no vote. He said. "In my opinion the role of the plan­ ning and zoning commission is to protect the quality of life for the citizens of this township. I don't think this M-37, continued from page 12 Zylstra said he thought the developer would build a high quality project. A credit union was built two parcels south in a previ­ ously established Broadway commercial overlay district. A little further to the south of that is a planned commer­ cial area on property owned by Jim Stcketee. A brick house presently sits on the property. Plans for that structure are uncer­ tain. No public comment was made. The vote was 4-2, with opposed votes based on the re/.oning creating a spot zone. In other business, the commission tabled a request by Greg Helder on 84th Sucet to build a 50- x 96foot, 24-foot high accessory building to replace a current 26 x 40 structure on a 5.5acre parcel Zylstra said an acreage formula would allow 1,800 square feet, but Helder was asking for 4,800 square feet, requiring a special use. Helder said the building would be used for storage of equipment, and housing of cattle. He said the equip­ ment is used both for busi­ ness and for cattle raising activities. The use was not for agricultural use only, al­ though located in an agricul­ tural zone. Concerns over use of the building for a home based contracting business were raised by commissioners, and they advised the appli­ cant to read over the zoning ordinances which might im­ pact the intentions he might have for such a building. BLACK TOPSOIL’ Screened or Unscreened Sand, Gravel, Crushed Concrete DOZER WORK Stumps, Clearing, Driveways 269-795-7830 J development is right for Yankee Springs.” In ocher planning business one proposed property split has to go to the ZBA for a correction of the road front­ age. It was tabled at this meeting. The board also approved the budget for the water sys­ tem and agreed to pay Pin­ nacle Engineering $15,000 to cover the cost of water line improvements required by the Michigan Department of Environmental Quality. The board paid for the dif­ ference from an eight-inch waterline to a 12-inch line. "We tried to be the good guys in this situation.” McCrumb said, "but we were not specific enough as to what we wanted to pay for and it has cost us more than we expected." The board also approved a resolution supporting Barry County's farm preser­ vation plan. By approving this resolution, it will be possible for Yankee Springs residents to apply for the program. This resolution does not re­ quire any funds from the township The next regularly sched­ uled meeting of the Yankee Springs Township Board is Aug. 14 at 7 p.m in the township hall. NEWEST CITIZEN BOY, Seth Alan, born at Spectrum Hospital on June 15. 2003 at 6:45 am. to Isaac and Barb Bainbridge of Middleville. 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Clinton St., Hastings 269-948-2192 �Page 16/The Sun and News. Middleville. Mi July 15. 2003 Tango and serenades from Spain at Pierce this weekend - by Patricia Johns Staff Writer Music lovers can visit Spain this Sunday. July 20. at the Pierce Cedar Creek Insti­ tute during the Fontana Chamber summer festival concert. It is the second of four concerts scheduled at Pierce. The concert begins at 2 p.m. Concerts during the festival will be held at the Pierce Cedar Creek Institute on Sunday afternoons. July 27 and Aug. 3. This is the second year for Fontana concerts to be held at the Cedar Creek Institute. The Shelbyville tradition of serving ice cream at the break comes to Pierce this year in­ stead. Plainwell ice cream will be available during inter­ mission. “A Tour Around European Countries” will present music by composers from four countries in Europe and take place over four weekends in four locations. The tour HOt RS: M-Tli SititbOpm; hri. Snm-Kpm Silt. 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String Quartet and Double Bass. “An Evening of Russian Music,” and ‘Chamber Music­ in the Czech Republic & Slo­ vakia." will be heard during the last two weeks of the con­ cert season. This last concert will feature a commissioned piece, composed by Julianna Trivers, in memory of Neill Sanders, one of the original founders of the Fontana or­ ganization. Sanders lived in the Hastings area. Concert locations vary with the night of the week. The Kalamazoo venue for concerts on Wednesday and Friday nights will be the Wellspring Theater, in the Epic Center (a temporary lo­ cation while a replacement for Shelbyville is found). For the second year, the Saturday performances will take place at the Carnegie Center for the Arts in Three Rivers, and Sunday concerts at the Pierce Cedar Creek Institute. All Wednesday. Friday and Saturday concerts begin at 7:30 p.m.. with Sunday concerts at 2 p.m. A one-time concert will take place at the Blue Star Music Camp the last week of the festival, bringing the time-honored quality of Fontana Chamber Arts programming to the sun­ set coast of South Haven. The second weekend of the festival runs in Kalamazoo July 18. in Three Rivers July 19. and in Hastings July 20. Musicians performing in this program will feature a variety of WMU School of Music faculty; such as Brad­ ley Wong. Renata Knific. Lori Sims and many others. Of the piece Espana. Paul Austin is quoted as saying "It captures the spirit of Spain, ranging from the ringing of mission bells to a bullfight. I look forward to bringing a glimpse of the Spanish coun­ tryside to this summer's Fon­ tana festival. Ole'!" About his piece Lullaby and Doina. composer Os­ valdo Golijov once said "This piece starts with a set of variations on a Yiddish lull­ aby (and) ends in a fast gal­ lop. boasting a theme that 1 stole from my friends on the wild gypsy band Taraf de Haidouks. The theme is pre­ sented in almost comical chase where the clarinet pur­ sues the flute-violin combina­ tion flying away." An Evening of Russian for Four Horns. Commis­ sioned by FCA in memory of Music The third weekend of the Neill Sanders. Bela Bartok festival will take place in Contrast for Clarinet. Violin Kalamazoo July 25. in Three and Piano. Sz. 111. BB116 Rivers July 26 and in Hast­ and Leos Janacek Concertino for Piano and Chamber Or­ ings July 27. This program will present chestra. Musicians for the tinal music by composers from Russia, including the follow­ weekend include Paul Austin. Margaret Hamilton. Elizabeth ing works: Sergei Prokofiev Overture on Hebrew Themes Judge and Robert Cherry on for Clarinet. String Quartet horn. Brad Wong (clarinet). and Piano. Op 34. Aram Maribeth Minnis (bassoon). Khachaturian Trio for B-flat Renata Artman Knific (vio­ Clarinet. Violin and Piano in lin). Seunghee Lee (violin). G minor. Alexander Glazu­ Christine Rutledge (viola). nov Idylle & Serenade for Karen Buranskas (cello) and Horn. Violins. Viola and Lori Sims (piano). Wednesday Programs Cello. Alexander Borodin The first of three Wednes­ Polovctsian Dances and Mik­ day programs presents a v io­ hail Ivanovich Glinka Septet for Obe. Bassoon, Horn. Two lin recital, featuring Robin Violins. Cello and Double Andrew Scott, silver medalist Bass in E-flat Major (incom­ of the Stulberg International String Competition. This con plete). G. 113 This weekend will feature cert will take place Wednes­ the Kalamazoo Symphony day. July 23. at the Well­ Orchestra Chamber Music spring Theater. Robin Scott is 16 years old Players. Berquist says, “This con­ and from Indianapolis. He cert is a great opportunity for has studied violin since the people unfamiliar with the age of 5 with Eleanor BricKSO to hear some of the top cetti. Monique Mead. Allred musicians from that organiza­ Abe and currently Mimi Zweig in the year-round tion. Salute to Neill: Chamber String Academy at Indiana Music in the Czech Repub­ University. Bloomington lic & Slovakia Scott also has attended the The final weekend of the Summer String Academy summer festival will take there for the last four years, place in Kalamazoo Aug. 1. serving as eonrerlmaslcr ot in Three Rivers Aug. 2. and the Chamber Orchestra. He is in Hastings Aug. 3 a member of the New Workl This program will present Youth Orchestra and the New music by composers from the World String Quartet He was Czech Republic and Slova­ also the New World's Junior kia. including the following Competition winner in 1999. works: Antonin Dvorak Pi­ and was concertmaster ot the ano Quintet in A Major. Op. See FONTANA, 81. 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Light Fine Arts Building on the campus of Kalamaz(x> College. The charismatic music of Larson and Ventus merges the most soulful elements of sacred. Celtic. pzz. classical, fold and ethnic music, Larson leads Ventus with her gold Hute and a variety of ethnic Hutes from around the world and is joined by Rob Cook man on keyboards, Tom Knific on bass, acoustic guitarist Sam Smiley, and Carolyn Koebel on various exotic hand percussions. Rhonda Larson A Ventus originates in Michigan and was formed in TritH after Rhonda moved from Con­ necticut. leaving behind her former band. 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Middleville. MVJuiy 15. 2003/Page 19 Fontana, continued from page 18 follow unpredictable musical paths which are boundary­ less. with inherent musical qualities of inspiration that celebrate the human spirit." Tickets for the 2003 Sum­ mer Festival are $15 adults and $5 students/children. Subscriptions and other dis­ counts are available. For ticket contact the Box Office line at 269-382-0763. For other questions contact 269- Caledonia vaulters qualify for nationals Three Caledonia High School students finished among the top six contest­ ants, thereby qualifying for the national AAU Track and Field championships at Yp­ silanti. Angie and Danielle Maxey and Kayla Wilson finished in the top six in their divisions at the AAU State Track and Field cham­ pionships Sunday, June 29, at Ypsilanti High School. Angie Maxey finished sec­ ond to vaulter from Rock­ ford in the 16- and 17-yearold competition. Wilson was third and Danielle Maxey sixth in the 14- and 15-yearold division. The meet was delayed for a short time while a severe thunderstorm moved through the area. Despite ad­ verse weather condlitions, the three local girls earned a chance to compete at the na- 382-7774. Art exhibits "Music at an Exhibition" is the theme of the art to be ex­ hibited at the Carnegie Center for the Arts during the 2003 Summer Festival of Music & Art. Artists have been invited to submit works in any me­ dium. expressing their view of music. Thirty works will be on display from July 12 through Aug. 14 in the W.R. PICNIC, continued from page 2-------- Angie Maxey tional AAU track meet the last week of July at Eastern Michigan University's track and field in Ypsilanti. Angie Maxey cleared 11 feet, three inches in the meet, eclipsing her previous best performance by an inch. Wilson went 8-9, not as high as hei previous best, a 9-6 at the state meet, but good enough for third. Danielle Maxey cleared 8-3. All three girls were mem­ bers of the Fighting Scots’ varsity track team. Maxey was Division II state cham­ pion this past season and Wilson qualified for the state meet. See THRILL SHOWS, page 19 Kayla Wilson p.m. Tickets both nights cost $8 a person. The week ends with the return of the Car and Pickup Truck Demo Derby at 7 p.m. in the grandstand. Tickets are $8 per person. Anyone who missed this show Mon­ day night has a final oppor­ tunity to see and hear the daredevil drivers and their vehicles. Grandstand shows require purchase of tickets to the fair as well as to the grand­ stand event but as in the past parking is free. There are some concessions near the grandstand. "Come early and see the rest of the fair before you at­ tend the grandstand show." entertainment director Don Geukes says. "There is lots to sec and enjoy." and eventually meetings. "We've surveyed both ex­ perienced and new foster parents, and interest is there for some support and con­ nection. "Mueller-Hayes says. "Foster parents often feel isolated in their commu­ nities and in the school sys­ tem as they attempt to deal with the developmental and emotional delays that often accompany foster children. Opportunities to share strategies, resources, and even frustrations can often ease the way. "We’ve identified some of the families, but hope to have a broad outreach in the county. The goal is to let foster and adoptive parents know that opportunities to support each other are avail­ able." says Mueller-Hayes. "The children will be able to interact with families that resemble their own." "The picnic is mostly for fun," she ads, "but also to ask foster and adoptive families what could assist them in this role." Those interested may RSVP any day or time pro­ viding name, number attend­ ing. ages of kids, choice of salad or dessert contribution. Call 517-543-5844. Monroe Museum and Carne­ gie Galleries in Three Rivers. Friendly receptions of wine and hors d'oeuvres after each Fontana Chamber Arts performance in Kalamazoo and Three Rivers. Sweet ice cream is served at the Pierce Cedar Creek Institute on Sun­ days. These gatherings offer an opportunity to meet the musicians and visit with friends. A special brunch for sup porters, friends and musicians is planned for Aug. 3 at Pierce. Call 269-382-7774 for more information. Fontana Chamber Arts continues to negotiate with the Kalamazoo Nature Center on developing a summer home for the festival. Area music lovers are encouraged to take this opportunity to en­ joy world class music, close to home. Fortune Chef Breakfast, Lunch &• pinner Chinese Food and American Steak, Seafood, Hamburgers, Sandwiches, &■ Salads (616)891-13X8 , mom cat 9353 Cbcny Valley Ave.(M 37) Caledonia Village Centre IM77« We accept all inajor credit cards “THE BES1 YOU EVE* HAD! 9740 CHERRY VALLEY RD. CALEDONIA, Ml 49316 616-891-5557 New! BIG O' BROASTER CHICKEN IS BETTER! 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It doesn't matter whether people come to fair to see the animals, the gardens, the thrill shows or even to in­ dulge in that one time each year exploration of "fair food." There is something for everyone at this year's fair. The Thunderfloor Clog- gers will be performing each evening at 6:30. 7:30 and 8:30 p.m. The lively music and dancing makes some people want to “kick up their heels." The first semi final "pedal pull’ was held on Monday night. Children competed for prizes in semi final meets On Wednesday. July 16 the second semi final will be held at 6 p.m. The finals will be held on Friday. July 18. This year's pedal pull events are organized by Puff the Dragon. There are Mill a few youth horst judging events sched­ uled for the week. With an always exciting "Speed Show" on Saturday. July 19 at 1 p.m. making an impres­ sive end to a week of horses and youth. The professional rodeo starts at 7 p.m. in the grand­ stand on Wednesday as well. Tickets cost $9 for this show. Karaoke singers fill the night air on W ednesday and Thursday at 7 p.m. during the semi finals with an al­ ways hotly contested finals on Friday evening. These contests always fill the vari­ ety tent. Some area residents mark their calendars a year in ad­ vance to make sure they don't miss the small and large animal sales. The small animal sale begins at 5:30 p.m. on Thursday. July 17.. The large animal sale begins at 1 p.m. on Friday. July 18. Both sales are held in the show arena. For information on how to register to bid on animals • Complete Frame Repair • Professional Color Matching • Loaner Cars • Front End Alignment • Collision Repair • Glass Repair (269) 795-9596 All Makes and Models _______ All Insurances Welcome Owned and Operated by... Bruce Bender 415 2nd Street Middleville DRIVER Hurn In for Best Selection * tractor games." They will compete against each other at noon on Saturday. July 19 in the free antique tractor pull at the grandstand at noon. Anyone looking for a quiet spot to recall the week’s events, check out the candlelit gardens from dusk until the fair closes on Thursday and Friday eve­ ning. These are just a few of the features to be found at this y ear’s Barry Counts Fair The Barry County Fair is a time to recall a Michigan of the past and to h>ok to the future. It reallv is the “Place to Be in 2003 “ Ladies day has a flowery focus BRUCE'S FRAME & ALIGNMENT call... or how to participate in the ’ Meet the Need" program where animals purchased at the sale can be donated to local food pantries call the Barry County Extension of­ fice at 945-1388. The bams are full of ani­ mals. the booths full of great examples of the creativity of 4-H members and local resi­ dents who have competed in the open divisions. There is fair food galore. Lovers of antique tractors will enjoy seeing red. green, gray and orange machines. There will be tractor parades each evening at 7 pm. And on some afternoons they will be participating in “ Claudia Throop was one of the master gardeners who helped establish the Master Gardener Demonstration Gardens at the Barry County Fair Grounds. She was also in the first Barry County Extension sponsored Master Garden Class. She also contributed several recipes to the Master Gardener Cookbook. Cook­ books will be available in the garden following her talk. Marcie Robertson, who organized this year’s event says, “It is exciting to be around so many people in­ terested in gardening. I can’t wait to hear Claudia tell us what she is planting in her garden this year.” She will be talking about her gardening experiences during Ladies Day on Thursday, July 17 at the Barry County Fair. Some of the 4-H garden­ ers will also talk about their ViHl CLil. Century’s, LeSabre’s, Rendevous’, Regal’s, CHEVy Malibu’s, Cavalier’s, Impalas r garden experiences follow­ Ladies Day participants ing Throop’s talk. The 4-H will be treated to a light gardeners will have planting brunch, be eligible for door sticks and bird house gourds prizes and be able to tour the on sale in the garden. Funds gardens after the presenta­ raised will help pay for the tion. mulch used in the garden The Barry County Home­ this year. maker for 2003 will also be Ladies Day begins at 10 introduced at the Ladies Day a.m. and is free with admis­ program. sion to the fair. Ladies Day is sponsored Admission is $1.50 per by Fclpausch. person until noon. Thrill Shows will fill the Grandstand and the nights with noise One night of grandstand shows is past but there are still five nights of noise, crashes, jumps, clowns and more crashes to come. Autocross designed by SJO Productions will put cars and drivers through their paces beginning at 7 p.m. tonight, Tuesday, July 15 beginning at 7 p.m. Tick­ ets to this show are $8. On Wednesday, the Wagon Wheel Professional Rodeo brings its own kind of noise to the grandstand. The rodeo has included some local riders in the past and lots of eye popping events. Tickets cost $9 per person for the 7 p.m. show. The rodeo clowns do double duty by keeping the crowd entertained and the riders safe. On Thursday and Friday July 17 and 18 the whine of the motocross will fill the air. Both shows produced by SJO Productions begin at 7 THRILL SHOWS, from page 20 I nSaaulu CHEVY WEXTRAWMNZ4^f PC & ,Factonar*0a vin<s up .u S:4,7BQ on GM Driyer- BlueatlfeR fswp T| !‘ and See \ hard to earn your business. The changes that you see are not just outside! 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Niles is retiring after 30 years service on the board, he announced July 14. Niles was asked by for­ mer Mayor Hugh Kcgcrns to help form the Planning Commission in 1963. “The village had obtained a federal grant for building the sanitary sewer ponds and one of the requirements for the grant was to establish a planning commission to de­ velop a master plan and a zoning ordinance. "Since both my father-inlaw (Clarence Finkbeiner) and brother-in-law (David Finkbeiner) had previously served many years on the Village Council, I thought it was important to continue the family tradition of serv­ ing my community.... never dreaming that the job would continue for so many years. Niles said he has found the job to be exciting and exacting. 'Over the years, it was stimulating to work with so many great people, and hear their ideas of what our community should be­ come and to be a part of the growth and development of the village." He thanked the council for the opportunity to serve on the commission. "It has been a great expe­ rience!" Ni’cs has distinguished himself for listening to many points of view. "I want people to say what they want to do in the community. That’s my style." Reflecting public input is wrtrrttyftrrr Al Niles a requirement for develop­ ing a master plan, and Niles said there have been several updates since the first plan was drafted bewteen 1973 and 1975. The master plan, zoning ordinance and estab­ lishment of zoning in the village, set up in the '70s were needed after beginning the sewer treatment facility in the '60s. He said after all this time he has trouble remembering all the names of people who have served on the commis­ sion. He recalled working with President Glen Klaver and, of course, with current President Daryl Penfold. Even Attorney James Brown, who began work with the village in the ’60s. said some of the records of these events have been lost. Records date only to the ’70s, Niles said. When he started the job, only the historic part of the village existed. "A lot has happened over 30 years," he said. In those early days, com­ missioners were given no pay and worked gratis. Now they are only paid $35 per meeting, and he as chair has received $50. The first big change in the village was the construction of the Caledonia Village Centre, developed by Bill Hitchcock. "That was a big deal to us. It was the first PUD. To have a D&W. the shopping mall with shops and office spaces were a big thing. "Glen Valley was much larger. That doubled or tri­ pled the size of the village." Niles said. The commission had a lot of involvement in the details of developing that subdivision, and it is still not complete. Commis­ sioners had to oversee the details for fire safety, park­ ing and other things so there wouldn't be future problems. "There have been no prob­ lems with either of those de­ velopments.” he added. And that s what people sec when they come through on M-37. he said. Since then there have been other smaller develop­ ments. such as the apart­ ments off Maple Street. " That was a big deal to us. It was the first high density and there is some low cost housing there. A more recent issue has been the extension of South Rodgers Drive, worked for by both the Planning Com mission and the Village Council. Though costly, achieving improved traffic safety has been the reason for all the work. One of the changes Niles commented on was when the village gave the village share in the library to the township. This was another major issue, but seems to be working out after six years. See Affles retires, pg. 2 Summer Youth Theatre play includes area kids lines and getting ready for one of the multi-character the July 24, 25 and 26 per­ animals and nymphs. Sam formances at the Central McPhail and Page Kicnzlc Auditorium in Hastings. also are going to be chang Johnson has the role of ing their costumes. Susan, one of the daughters Jonathan Frazier as Fenns of Eve, who enters the en­ Ulf is one of Queen Jadis chanted world of Narnia henchmen. through the wardrobe. Car­ In the beginning of the ney plays Tumnus, who play, Narnia is a land in meets Lucy at the lamp post which it is always winter in Narnia. Todd will play and never Christmas. There several different roles as a is deceit, bravery, goodness, wood nymph, animal or evil and even a little magic member of the witch’s army. as the play unfolds. Hastings students also arc Tickets arc $6 for adults and $4 for children and sen­ featured in the performance. Mariah Burd is Aslan. Emily ior citizens. Special rates for groups of Bcnningfield is Lucy, Elliot Anderson is Peter, Edmund 20 or more arc available to is played by Chris White, those who would like to at­ Mr. Beaver by Keith Ander­ tend the 7 p.m. perform­ son, Mrs. Beaver by Alexan­ ances on Thursday and Fri­ dria deGoa, Katie Ponsetto day, July 24 and 25, or the is a winning unicorn, Sara matinee at 2 p.m. on July 26. Radant is the centaur, Alexa The Youth Theatre Pro­ Vanderhoff is a dwarf, See theatre, page 5 L’oreal Gironda an elf and Christi-Anna Castonguay olds the poster with the illustration she drew for the Thomapple Arts Council's summer youth theater performance of "The Lion. The Witch and the Wardrobe." In This Issue Queen Jadis looks evilly regal m cape and crown by Patricia Johns Staff Writer The cast of the Thomapple Arts Council's Summer Youth Theatre production of “The Lion, the Witch and the Wardrobe." adapted by Joseph Robinette from the novel took a little detour to the Fridays at the Fountain performance July 18. Elena Gormley of Mid­ dleville is learning how to look evilly regal in the role of Jadis the white witch. She has been in Y1P perform­ ances for the past four y ears. “1 hope others audition for next year’s play. It is lots of fun,” she says She performed a mono­ logue during the Fridays performance from “A Tree Grows in Brooklyn.” Christi-Anna Castonguay created the illustration for “The Lion, the Witch and the Wardrobe. ’ which is be­ ing used for the posters, pro­ grams and T-shirts. The cast of students from the ages of 11 to 17 has be­ gun practicing on the stage at Central Auditorium. They will also be performing at Fridays at the Fountain this Friday to help promote the play and this summer youth theater program which is now in its eighth year. Hannah Johnson and Kathryn Camey of Nashville and Sarah Todd of Vermont­ ville are busy learning their Kooiker development still under construction New Caledonia utility project details still contested Middleville woman wins freedom from seizures Vision becomes reality for Peace Reformed Church �Page 2The Sun and News Middleville. .MLJuly 22. 2003 Niles retires, continued from page 1 The township has picked a site for the new community building, in the village. One issue that grew out of technological change was when Ameritcch. located in a small building on the edge of a residential area, wanted to expand where not enough space really existed for it. Setbacks and other details required variances. "The noise factor was humun­ gous. and affected people's lives. The closest neighbor now says he is satisfied with the result.” Niles said this was quite an accomplishment and took a lot of effort. He also said one issue he thought was funny was plac­ ing wireless antennae on the water tower, with some peo­ ple quite opposed. He said basically, it turned out to be a good use of the water tower, and no one really no­ tices it. The last master plan was completed two years ago. "Most of the work of fu­ ture zoning is already done within the village," Niles said. He said one of the things that has surprised him was that no one has ever wanted to extend the village limits. As long as some open land remained, the village has ex­ panded within its bounda­ ries. Many improvements have also taken place in the his­ toric sector of the village. He credited home owners with taking pride in upgrad­ ing their homes in the past ten to 20 years. One problem for down­ town is a lack of parking, in a village designed for the lifestyle of the 1950s. He said one thing that might help expand parking might be to make the sidewalks smaller, and streets wider. He said the narrow streets arc dangerous. The last of the open land remains on the south side of the village Nile* said in all his years of experience, never has the Planning Commission faced a situation like the current conflict over the recent re­ zoning request for open vil­ SALESMANS SAMPLE SALE ; UNDER THE TENT Fri. July 25 ■ Sat. July 26 Starting at 10 a.m. IN STORE SUMMER CLEARANCE Men’s, Ladies & Childrens Swimwear 30% OFF. Selected Clothing & Home Decor 30% OFF SUMMER HOURS: MON -SAT. 10-8; SUN. 10-6 LAYAWAY 269-795-9947(0 < 06569050 cam——-* l J lage land off Kinsey. "This is the first time we’ve had this problem." Last month. Niles pre­ sided over the Planning Commission meeting, but declined to vote, in case there was a conflict of inter­ est. Later he was told by le­ gal counsel he did not have such a conflict. One council­ man noted in a two square mile area, it is nearly impos­ sible for any resident not to be personally impacted by the decisions of the commis­ sion and council. In previous developments, in Glen Valley, and the Vil­ lage Centre, the parcels were not surrounded by neighbors w ho had more spacious lots, Niles said He said in this case, the council had sent the request back to the Planning Com­ mission and said they had not been specific enough. Niles said the specifics had been deah with, but the de­ tails had not been included in the minutes. But in the future. Al Niles will not be faced with the hard choices of this issue. He retired from Smiths Industries five years ago, and was asked by Village President Daryl Penfold if he wished to continue and he opted to stay on. Niles said he and his wife Sally had traveled more than 65,000 miles since, and would like to go even more, but this would conflict with commission meetings. The couple has traveled to Europe, to Hawaii. Florida, Alabama and Arizona. They would still like to go to Nova Scotia, Alaska and take a cruise down the East Coast of the US. He said he was very thankful for his wife's sup­ port through all the years, and couldn't have done the job without her. "She has been a good sounding board," he said. The Lowell Area Aris Council & The Lowell Area Chamber of Commerce proudly present the... Al Nino uses humor to teach at TK library Al Nino, aka Pete Skobie. brought a sense of fun. knowledge of the weather and a great costume to his presentation at the Thomapple Kellogg School and Community library Wednes­ day. July 9. Skobie. from the Kalama­ zoo Nature Center, helped students understand weather patterns, how the El Nino phenomenon can affect weather in Michigan and told lots of w eather jokes. The final program for this year’s summer reading club is a story hour at 10 a m. Tuesday, July 22. Students who have met their reading goals can pick up their prizes during the week of July 28-31. The library will be closed for cleaning from Aug. 1 un­ til Aug. 11. when it will open for summer hours. The library is open from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. Mondays and Wednesdays and from 10 a.m. to 8 p.m. Tuesdays and Thursdays. Call 795-5434 for more information. Al Nino taught readers about weather during a program last Wednesday at the Thomapple Kellogg School and Community Library. Free fresh food initiative at Middleville UAW hall Fresh, free food will be distributed at 3:30 p.m. on the next three Tuesdays, July 29, Aug. 5 and Aug.19, to those in need at the UAW Union Hall, located at 295 Washington St. in Mid­ dleville. A spokesperson UAW Local 1002, one of the pro­ gram’s sponsors, said, “ Anyone who is at risk of go­ ing hungry qualifies to re­ ceive this food. If someone you know has to choose be­ tween paying for other ex­ penses such as rent or medi­ cine and buying food, or skips meals to make sure their children have enough to eat, they may be at risk of going hungry .” Local #1002 has been dis­ tributing food to those in need, starting with last sum­ mer’s fresh food distribu­ tions. The food distributions are a collaborative effort among the Food Bank of South Central Michigan. The Food Bank is a UAW United Way agency. It is a Local #1002, the Mid­ member of America’s Sec­ dleville United Methodist ond Harvest and the Food Church and the Barry Bank Council of Michigan. County United Way. Two Caledonia women named to DePauw list Two Caledonia women are among 498 DePauw University students who have been recognized for outstanding academic per­ formance and named to the dean's list for the 2003 spring semester. They are Brittany Nicole Barber and Mary Kathcrin Sandveit, both freshmen. To be eligible for the dean’s list at DePauw. a stu­ dent must earn at least a 3.5 grade point average out of a possible 4.0. Founded in 1837, DePauw University in Greencastle, Ind., is a selec­ tive coeducational liberal arts university with nation­ ally recognized academic programs. DePauw guaran tecs graduation in four years for students in 40 standard programs, or the university will waive tuition and fees for any subsequent course work necessary for gradua tion. 7C I'^ztizement (Jittage THURSDAY NIGHTS • 7:00-9:00 PM VJe Offer Seniors All the Comforts of Home Come to Lowell & enjoy music on the riverl The Sizzlin' Summer Concerts are located by the Lowei Showtwat (east side of the river) 1821 N. East St., Hastings in downtown Lowell Cal 897-9161 or visit wwwiowelchamber org for more information! 269-948-4921 Admission and parking are free! The concert venue is wheelchair accessible and handicap senior partong is available. “July 24 Hawks & Owls Appalachian Bluegrass July 31 Dave Collee Quartet —^with Ginny Dusseau Swing Jazz Assisted Living www.leisure-living.com Safety, Security and Companionship 3 Home Cooked Meals Daily 24 Hour Staffing Laundry and Housekeeping Services Life Enrichment Activities Specialized Care ~ ~ — Safe, Secured Memory Care Unique Household Design Life Enrichment Activities Custodial Care for Hospice Residents �The Sun and News. Middleville. Ml/July 22. 2003/Page 3 Middleville woman wins freedom from seizures by Patricia Johns Staff Writer Brenda Jenkins has had seizures since she was two months old. Her life was one of increasing dependence, fear of epileptic seizures coming when she least ex­ pected them and dealing with the feeling that she was not herself. She had been on various regimens of medication, tried vagal nerve stimulation and changing her diet, but nothing was a permanent an­ swer to the seizures always waiting in the shadows. For a long time she felt her life was being lived only in shadows. There was one thrce-wcek period when she had 42 seizures. Her young daughters knew how to dial 911 She and her husband. Rich, were at their wits end. They had talked with doc­ tors and there didn’t seem to be any solution available. Her daughters were losing Women’s club raising funds for Y.S. park Ilic General Federation of Women’s Clubs (GFWC)Gun Lake Area will take part in the Gun !>akc Cham­ ber of Commerce’s Art in the Bark event at Allegan County Park Saturday, July 26, from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. Patterson Road, near its intersection with 124th Ave­ nue, will be bustling with all sorts of things to see and buy, and the women’s club will have available used li­ brary books. Daisy dish­ cloths (at $1 each), a variety of gently used items, some of them white elephants and baked goods. The funds raised from the surgeon was able to ex­ cise the portion of the brain that was causing the seizure response She had 42 staples in her head and a portion of her jaw was removed to replace a portion of her skull. “I felt great and 1 have been seizure free for almost two months.” she said. “1 feel blessed.! had wonderful support from my family and friends. Peace Reformed and the Middleville Methodist churches. “I really feel like I have come out of the fog. My memory has improved and I feel much more open and positive.” Her home was decorated on the day she came back from the hospital. friends because parents wouldn’t let them visit. Brenda could feel herself becoming increasingly lim­ ited in the scope of her life. Rich talked with a friend whose wife had gone through the same ordeal. She had recently had brain surgery to control her sei­ zures and “it changed her life.” Brenda and Rich met with her primary physician. Ste­ ven Bergman, and she began what became a nine month long series of tests to deter­ mine if brain surgery was necessary to eliminate the problem. Finally, working with neurologists at Henry Ford Hospital in Detroit, surgery was scheduled for June. She went in on a Friday for an operation that lasted more than nine hours. Physicians discovered a two-inch long tumor pressing on her brain. It was removed and through testing during the operation Beat the Heat Style From workday to weekend, we ve got you covered with the coolest hair under the sun! Brenda Jenkins is celebrating what feels like a new life following brain surgery to control the epilepsy she was diagnosed with at two months of age. She is pictured with her husband, Rich, and daughters Emily and Lauren participation in this event will be included in the drive for the Yankee Springs Township Park (Parker Drive). An informational “picture board” about the club will be on hand and club profiles will be available. GFWCGun Lake Area President Fran Leonard and club members will be on hand to answer questions whether about the club itself or about the Yankee Springs park. The Gun Lake Chamber will have an ice cream social beginning at 4 p.m. Call Leonard at 795-8731 for more information. Call 945-9554 anytime to place your Sun & News ACTION-Ad & reach over 11,000 area homes! movie outpost VIDEO SUPERPTORE Glen Valley Retail Center M-37 891-9303 Open Weekdays 10 am to 11 pm & midnight on Fri. & Sat. ___ J"“ —_““~1 • VHS/DVD movies and plaver movie outpojt ! Rent One Movie or Game and ' *Games & samesvstem rental I • Special Orders and previewed get a second rental FREE with this coupon. 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GUN LAKE AND CALEDONIA AREA PROPERTIES, PLEASE SEE OUR ADS ON PAGE 2 OF THE REMINDER, IN THE GRAND RAPIDS PRESS, THE HOMES DIGEST AND THE PENASEE GLOBE. �Page 4/The Sun and News MnkJieviUe Ml Juty 22 2003 July is National Peach Month Peaches arc the third most popular fruit in the United States following apples and oranges with nearly 300 varieties of peaches grown. Michigan ranks fourth in the nation for peach produc­ tion with the majority grown in the southwest comer of the state. Michigan’s season lasts from July to late September. Michigan's "Red Haven" peaches across the United Stales and have become the most wide­ ly planted variety in the world. Peach vaneties are usually divided into “Hmgstone" or “freestone," which refers to the tendency of the flesh to cling to the stone, also know n as the pit. Most of the varieties sold fresh are free­ stone peaches and tend to be softer and juicier than the clingstone vaneties. Gener­ ally the clingstone are used canned peaches because they bruise less during har­ vest and remain firm after canning. Most of the vitamins found in peaches are in the skin. Therefore, instead of peeling a fresh peach, simply rinse it with a little cold water and eat the skin for the most nutrit’nnal benefits. LOCAL CHURCH DIRECTORY ALASKA BAPTIST CHURCH FIRST BAPTIST CHURCH OF MIDDLEVILLE A Liling Church - Seizing a Living Lord M-37, north of Middleville • 795-9726 Morning Worship................................ 9:30 am. Fellowship Time ..................... 10:35 a m Sunday School 10:50 am. Evening Praise............. . .6 00 p.m. WEDNESDAY . Family Night 6:30 p m Bruce M. Stew art. Senior Pastor Tim A. Vine. Asst. Pastor Youth Douglas G Beason. Visitation Pastor Gary Weaver. Music Minister Pastor I>av»d Stewart. CE < hiklrcn s Pastor 7240 6Hth Street, SE - Caledonia 2 miles east of M-37 Pastor. Dr Brian P. Harrison Youth Pastor Kevin Stiles C B II M Ul I I T CHURCH a place to belong a place to become (Contemporary, Casual, Non-denominational) Sunday Morning Worship ....... 9 30 k 110O a m 8175 Broadmoor Caledonia Rev hurl Stowell. Isad Pastor Rev David Moorhead. Assoc Pastor Joe Cipctc. Worship Leader Denny Bouma, Youth Pasta Church Office 616-891-0287 Visit our web site www brtghtside org CALEDONIA CHRISTIAN REF0TO1ED CHURCH "A Church with a caring heart for our community and the world" Sunday Worship ............................ 9:30 a m. and 6:00 p.m. (Child & Adult) (During the School Year) Rev. R. Scott Greenway, Pastor Keith Mu Ip, Youth Director Al Tiemeyer. Community Calling Sunday School ....................... Sunday Morning Worship Service Sunday Evening Service WedneM.Lv Mid-Week Prayer Word of Life Cuba ............... 9 45 a.m. 11.00 a.m. 600 p.m. 6:45 p m. 6:45 p.m. CALEDONIA HOLY FAMILY CATHOLIC CHURCH GRACE UNITED REFORMED CHURCH Proclaiming the Whole Counsel of God ew RISTIAN CHURCH 10 AM Sunday Morning 3449 - 76th St. SJE., Caledonia 698-9660 9255 84th Street. Alto, Ml 49302 Owe mile east of Wfiitneyville Rd. A Church for today’s world Spirit-filled family Church. Sunday School for ages 3 yr. thru 6th grade: Sr. High, Sun. 6:30 pm Jr. High. Sun. 6:30 pm GUN LAKE COMMUNITY CHURCH & PRESCHOOL 12200 West M-179 Highway (Chief Noonday Road) Wayland. Ml 49348 Meeting you. your friends, and your family right where you 're at Sunday Worship: 900 am. or 10:30 am. Wednesday Worship 6.30 pm. COMMUNITY ca-auROH jftletljoiJigt Cljurdj 5590 Whitneyville Ave., S.E. Alto. Ml 49302 Sunday SchooL.10:00 a.m. Morning Worship...11:00 a.m. Evening Worship...6:00 p.m. Wednesday Prayer Meeting...7:00 p.m. Rev. Rayle Bailard, Pastor Phone 8686437 269-795-7903 w w » gunlair-1 mmunit >church org Lakeside M-37 between Middleville & Caledonia Community Church A Place lor I anub A FiitMte 6301 Whitnewille Avenue. Aho CHRISTIAN REFORMED or www pcacechurch cc LotMed in Leighton Tovsnship Corner <rf 2nd Street and U2nd Avenue 8146 68th St. near Whrtneyvle Ave 9 45 am Praise Singing fit . 10:50 am Morning Worship 11XX) am Wed. Fellowship 7:30 pm Pastor EG Frizzell Church Ph 616-868-6810 • Pastors Ph 61^897-6740 Sunday Worship: 8:30 aon. Traditional 11 ajn. Contemporary 6 pan. Praise. Bible Study Contemporary Worship 9:30am Rev. Dr. Jack Doorlag. Interim Minister Suoda) School for AM Ages 10:45am Evening Worship 6:00pm Nursery & children's acuviues dunng all services For more information (616) 891-8119 Pastor Roger Buhman • Church Office: MS-9391 Community of C^ri$t Leighton Church Church School. Sunday Comer of 84th St and Kraft tn Caledonia I mile west of M-37 Traditional Service Acoustic Praise 8r Worship Service 830 AM 1100 AM Sunday School 8r Adult Bible Study 94S AM Sundn Mcmmg Wmhp AJDijn Tiadmoui 11 Warn Guaempuran Sunday Sdsaa for All Ages 1000 am Sunday Eveneg Service FT Fhemis Ne Schod-5th (Sept Apti 600 p m 630 pm KAYTOVNSDO Pwaor (616j H91-K128 • n-ww ieighiunchurch.org SS. Cyril & Methodius 9 30 Mass will continue to take place at St Therese Church until July 27th. This is a new date The Dedication and first Mass of the new worship space of SS Cyril & Methodius Church will take place at 5:00 p.m. on August 2nd. with Bishop Murray presiding. The number of SS. Cyril & Methodius church office is 269/792-2889 THORNAPPLE BIBLE CHLJRCII Preaching the Living Word Serving The Risen Lord Sunday School ....................... 9 30 a.m Sunday Morning Worship .10 30 a in (Jr. Church & Nursery available.) Currently meeting at: Emmons Lake Elementary 8950 Kraft SE, Caledonia Rev Dennis Ross Church: (616) 868-7425 UNITED METHODIST CHURCHES Middleville - Parmelee Parmelee Morning Worship............ 9:30 a m. Middleville Morning Worship 1100 a m. Rev Lee Zachman Church Office Phone 795-9266 UJAYFAREK Ce/e&ui/e... ^CHURCH ALASKA CONGREGATION + St Paul Lutheran Church Micaouri Sxjnod Office Phone 891-S688 www.StPaulCaledonia i>rq in< Min: Res Normal Kchro •(616)891-8167 Church Offkr 616-891-8669 Fax 8918648 • w w w cakdoniaumc org Wednesday 6:00 P.M. Evening Prayer phone 795-2370 or 948-9327 Vicar - Rev. David T. Huetwick Rev. Tom DeVries. Pastor - 795-9901 Services at 9 30 a m and 6 p.m. A CALEDONIA £ UNITED METHODIST Summer Worship Schedule (through Aug 31): lOriO am Worship A Jr Church IIW am Coffee Fellowship (Nursery Available Throughout) llclxcl 11:00 A.M. Holy Communion All Services have a Nursery available • Bamer Free Pastor Robert Gerke • Pastor David Ziehr Youth Group:............................. 6:00 p.m. Sunday Midweek 7:00 p.m. Wed. 9:30 a m. Thurs. Rev. E. Anthony Sikora Church. (616) 795-2391 Phone 891-9259 Guest Preacher - Mrs Barb Waite WHAT DID JESl s s W 1 he Prsdjgsl Rttang" Sunday Service Timo 9:15 A.M. Morning Prayer (Holy Commurwon 2nd Sunday) YOU ARE INVITED 1664 N. M-37 Highway Middleville. Ml 49333 • 945-1555 Rev. Dave LeBlanc, Pastor Sunday Mass . .9:00 a.m. & 11:00 a.m. 10:00 a.m. 11:15 am 6:00 p m. 908 W Main Street Located near the comer of M-37 and McCann (Missouri Synod) Service Times: Worship................................................9:30am.Sunday School.......................................... 9:45 a m Sunday School......... 1 LOO a.m. Morning Worship...................................11:00 a.m. Evening Worship..................................... 6:00 p m Adult Bible Class....................... 1100 a.m. Kraft Avenue at Johnson Street Saturday Evening Mass ... 5:00 pm. 708 W. Main Street Morning Worship Service Sunday School Evening Worship Service ffifir.-trf Z-r/ < 2415 McCann Ro. (In Irving) SS. CYRIL and Middleville Good Shepherd Wesleyan Church METHODIUS CHURCH Lutheran Church Rfv P Adams Phone 891-8440 Church Office: (616) 891-1512 M-37 at 100th Si. MIDDLEVILLE CHRISTIAN REFORMED «. For recipes requesting peeled peaches, submerge the peaches into boiling water for about 20 seconds, remove with a slotted spoon and then immediately dip them into cold water to stop the cooking. The skins should slip nght off using your fingers or a table knife. Redeemer Covenant Church —Lighting Up Lives for Cod- Sunday Worship 9:30 am Christian Eduari Hourll4X)am Wednesday Family Night 5:45-8.00 pm Pastor Pad M Hillman fcuth Pastor DwdMuon 6951 Hanna Lake Avenue. Catedoma 61669MC01 rtdeemtr^isen net ummjedermcKuwnant org A uatAa battfdud Crmmmt Chmhts efAmms COMMUNITY CHURCH Finding the Way Together! An informal, contemporary church committed to our community Sunday Worship is at 10:00am in Caledonia Middle School’s cafeteria. Everyone is welcome! Pastor: Rev Josh Blunt Contact our Dutton office at (616) 65-65-WAY Check our web site: www.wayfarercc orv WHITNEYVILLE BIBLE CHURCH 8546 Whtneyvie Ave at 84th S? • 891-8661 "The Church where everybody is somebody:. and Jesus is Lord" Meeting at Caledonia High School Friday School 930 om 5undor Mormg am *.'^etrg at chape on ’Mffneyzle A^e Evening Wonhp 6 00 p.m. <Yed fAOweek Praye & 8toie Study 700pm Be* ThomaiSuyj.Pav/vPw Kart tana Asoc Pasta Weosre w-ireyv^ooe erg �The Sun and News. Middleville. Ml/Juty 22. 2003/Page 5 American Red Cross warns about floods A golden wedding anniversary will be observed on August 2, 2003 by Dr. Douglas and Christine (Kesling) Shumway of Middleville. The event will be highlighted by a family dinner at Duba's Restaurant; then, family and friends are invited to join in celebrating the occasion at an open house from 2 to 4 p.m. on Sunday,. August 3 at the Middle Villa Inn in Middleville. No gifts, please. The Shumways* children are Christopher and Julie Walters. Lee and Lydia Shumway and Frank and Stacy Scutch. The couple has six grandchildren. Vision becomes reality for Peace Reformed Peace Reformed Church's vision tor a larger facility between Middleville and Caledonia has finally be­ come a reality. Classis representatives, fathers and sons, mothers and daughters, charier mem- How much is enough? Do you know how much income your current assets and life insurance will pro vide for your loved ones? No one likes to think about it, but planning tor our loved ones' financial security is something we all need to address You may already have a life insurance policy. However, if it’s been a few years since you've reviewed your life insurance program or you've been through a recent lite changing event, now is the time to have your life insurance needs analyzed. It only takes a tew minutes to determine it your current coverage is adequate. 91® oern MMe, ** st Sute E CMMcrw. W <9116 && 616491 1P3 1VJ W—4K>» J >.» »•> - ■>'O Edward Jones Ai ■ I Sxv >*71 bers and visitors all took part in a long-awaited groundbreaking service June 15v The service was the cli­ max of a two-year steward­ ship campaign that consisted of pledge drives and many fund-raisers. The campaign was declared successful June 8, when it was an­ nounced that the financial goal of $333,000 had been met and, in fact, exceeded it by $10,000. The $1.4 million project, consisting of classrooms, a new Senior High Youth Center, and sanctuary, will be coordinated by Jeffrey Parker Architects and Orion 11 Construction, with actual construction already under way. The project is expected to take seven months to complete. Once finished, the addi­ tion to the building will al­ low for the expansion of several Peace Church minis­ tries. Members of the congrega­ tion have said they are ex­ cited at the prospect of being able to better fulfill their mission “to bong joy to God by bringing people into a personal relationship with Jesus Chnst and help each other grow as devoted fol­ lowers of Him.” Call 945 9554 for Sun & News classified ads Aaaah. summer is here. Baseball games, days at the beach, sipping lemonade on hot afternoons... floods. That’s nght. Floods. Right now. the conditions are prime for floods and flash floods. Most people probably do not realize this but. floods cause more deaths than any other weather phenomenon, beating out lighting, torna­ does. and humcanes by a wide margin. There are sev­ eral contributing factors that occur to form a blood. Unlike tornadoes, which are formed by different air cur­ rents. or humcanes, which are mainly water and air. floods need several different conditions in order to occur. The two main conditions are rainfall intensity and dura­ tion. Other important factors include topography, soil con­ ditions. and ground cover. A flash flood often occurs within moments, without warning. These are the most deadly type of floods. They are generally caused when there is a high amount of rainfall within a short time. period. Dams failing or a sudden release of w ater that w as held back by ice are also causes. Little known facts about floods are: • Just two feet of water will float a car. • Most flash floods occur at night so be prepared. • May 31. 1889 Johnstown. PA was the worst flood in United States histo­ ry. A 36-40 foot wave of water left 2.200 citizens dead. • June 14. 1990 Shady side. OH was a more recent event. Just four inches of rain in less than two hours producing a 30-foot wall of w ater that left 26 dead. There are ways to prepare for floods. 1. Be sure to listen to the radio and television to make sure that you are kept up-todate on all weather condi­ tions. 2. Assemble a disaster kit containing a first aid kit. canned food with can open­ er. bottled water, rubber boots. battery-powered radio, flashlight, and extra batteries. 3. Know your water sources nearby. How close are the rivers, streams, and lakes to your house? Are they elevated or in a valley ? In severe weather condi­ tions. keep an eye on those sources to see how high they are gening. The chances of a flood here in Michigan are slightly lower than they are in other states, however, floods have and will occur again. It is always better to be over pre­ pared than not prepared at all. For more information on floods, other disasters kits, contact the American Red Cross at (269) 962-7528. (517) 279-8374. or (517) 629-6555. You can also check out our website at calhounbranchmi.redcrvss.org. Your local Red Cross is a United Way Program Delivery Partner. Storewide Liquidation SALE! 25% OFF (cash only) , Excludes custom framing. yam-related items. Sun Rider herbs. ) r.) / f Rainbows End^ Yarn, Craft & Variety 9343 Cherry Valley Avenue (M-37) 05515664 Caledonia Village Centre • 616-891-11 06 THEATRE, contin­ ued from page 1 gram is sponsored by the Thornapplc Arts Council. It is supported by United Way of Barry County, Hastings City Bank. Miller Real Es­ tate. the Barry Community Foundation, the Arts Coun­ cil of Greater Kalamazoo, Michigan Council for Arts and Cultural Affairs and the Rural Arts and Culture Pro­ gram. For more information about this year’s Summer Youth Theatre production, call the TAC at 945-2002. FREE UPGRADES 7106 Bfoodmocx CaWdonto Ml 49316 (Corner of Kraft ft Broodmoor) 0 Premier Travel 554-0311 Sr Cruise H Carnival. Sons of American Legion Post # 305 Caledonia Thank You to Our Sponsors and Participants 2005 Golf Outing Donations Kevins Body Shop D & D Printers Reliable Fire Protection Campau Corners Briarwood Golf Course American Legion Post #305 Sams Joint Restaurants Nighthawk Food & Spirits Village Stylists Big O Fish House Damons Restaurant Macaronis Restaurant Shelly Wolverton Jodi Gort - Candlelight Rich <& Marcia McCarty Gehl Builders Davis Dental Curves Caledonia Elevator Broadmoor Golf Course A&T Appraisals State Bank of Caledonia Special Thanks Chad VanderVelde Rich McCarty Jr. Dan Stauffer Spike Baird Ricco Mead Thanks to all golfing participants �Page 6/The Sun and News. Middleville. Ml/July 22. 2003 Mothers and More to discuss humorous dating experiences Mothers and More will meet at 7 p.m. Monda, July 28, for what is anticipated to be a hilarious evening of fun stories about dating and pre­ motherhood days. The membership will be sharing stories of bungled dating days, misadventures in early married life as well as marriage proposal mis* haps. "We'd like to hear any unique or funny stories about our lives before chil­ dren, and would be thrilled to have new people join in the fun" says a spokes­ woman for the group. Mothers and More is an international not-for-profit support group focusing on the value of all the work mothers do. and assists moms in developing their unique identities as women, moms, job holders and care­ givers. Locally, the group offers mom-to-mom support, yearround meetings held the sec­ ond and fourth Mondays of each month at Kids First Learning Place in Mid­ dleville. e-mail networking, newsletters and separate ac­ tivities and playgroups for the children. Visitors are invited to at­ tend several meetings before deciding to join. So w hether employed full or part-time, or at home caring for chil­ dren. "You will be wel­ comed to attend what prom­ ises to be a really fun eve­ ning." said a spokeswoman for the group. For more information, call (269) 795-5242 or visit www .mothersandmore org. Chess tourney slated again for Heritage Days The third annual Knight the Heritage Days events. This year adult categories Moves chess tournament will be held at 1 p.m Satur­ have been added to the com­ day, Sept. 6. at the site of petition. Chess players planning to enter are encouraged to pre­ register so they can be matched up head of time. Send name, address, ages and grade in the 2003-2004 academic year, along with the $5 fee. to Knight Moves chess tournament, c/o Susan Rielman. P.O. Box 408. Middleville. Mi 49333. Dirk Vandiver from Page Elementary will set up match play again this year and give out winning rib­ bons. Vandiver is advisor for the Chess Club in Mid­ dleville schools. For more information, call 795-7644. Mike Specks Quartet to perform The Mike Specks Quartet will be the final in a series of gospel music perform ances hosted by the Green Lake Calvary Church. The concert will begin at 6 p.m. Sunday and take place in the church, at 608 145th Ave . Caledonia Mike and Faye Speck have been with the group for more than 30 years, and were joined by Katy VanHorn and Nic Holland in 2003. The group has traveled to South America, Europe and the Middle East to perform. Nominations may be made for county FSA Committee Community Appreciation Day Saturday, July 26,2003 The Metro Health Caledonia Plaza providers invite you and your family to join us for a summer celebration of good health. Everyone is invited to celebrate with us...current patients, new patients and all community members. Cholesterol/HDL and blood sugar screenings Child fingerprint identification kits Ice cream and Metro Health water bottles Magician with puppet Community Appreciation Day Date: Saturday, July 26, 2005 Time: 11:00 am - 2:00 pm Uration: Metro Health Caledonia Plaza 8941 North Rodgers Court. Caledonia Questions? Call us toll-free at: (8; 1) 244-2865 Metra Caledonia Plaza o*5>?m4 Agricultural producers in the Barry County townships of Thornapple, Irving, Carl­ ton, Woodland, Yankee Springs. Rutland, Hastings and Castleton will be elect­ ing a representative to the Eaton/Barry County FSA Committee this fall. The seat is currently held by Norm Sandbrook of Nashville. The County FSA Com­ I I I I I I I I I I I I I I I I I I I I I I I I I I I I I mittee oversees the USDA and Commodity Credit Cor­ poration programs adminis­ tered by the Farm Service Agency (FSA). These pro­ grams include feed grain and wheat support pay­ ments, disaster assistance marketing assistance loans, deficiency payments, conservation reserve pro­ gram, farm storage facility loans and highly crodible Smith-Diamond ___ — - SOUTH OFFICE " 8980 N. RODGERS DR., CALEDONIA, Ml 2811 84 th St land/wetland compliance. Interested persons living in these townships who arc involved in agriculture may submit a petition to be placed on the ballot Pcti lions arc available from the Barry County FSA office, 1611 S. Hanover, Hastings (269-948-8037), and must be returned to the FSA of­ fice no later than Sept. 5, FREE MARKET ANALYSIS 891-2222 Caledonia Home on 2.6 acres Price Reduced by motivated sell­ ers. Three bedrooms, two and 1/2 baths. This home is being sold by the original owners who had it custom built in 1978. Country living but close to everything complete with hot tub and large pole barn. You'll not find this value anywhere for $199,900. See it Sunday with Ron Prins 893-5487 SMITH-DIAMOND REALTY. I I I I I I I I I I I I I I I I I I I Smith-Diamond Realtors* Toll Free 1-888-891-0107 Elizabeth Be Ison Sharon Emerson Joan Guikema Lois Hecknun Lorna Sa Lad i no Hullinger Debra Lampani Mellissa Martiner John McCleve_____________ • • • • • • • • Mary Kay McCieve • Sarah Salnes Mark McCieve • Dave Vanderwoude Deanna McCulfor • Ted VanDutnen Angela nelson • Tanner Whitcomb Ryan Ogle • Cathy Wilderotter Karen Ohlrich • Joy Wolbers Ron Prins • Sam Wright Ron Richards_________ •Wendy Za ndstra I I I I I I �The Sun and News. Middleville. MLJuly 22. 2003/Page 7 Engagements Van Sickle-Ayres Joyce and Gary Van Sickle of Middleville. Ixiw Ayres of Kentwood and Stephen and Barbara Toth of Tucson. AR and formerly of Caledonia, are pleased to announce the engagement of their chil­ dren. Michelle Lee Van Sickle and Cayd Ayres Michelle is attending Western Michigan University with a degree in education Cayd is currently employed at G&T Industries in Grand Rapids as an engi­ neer An August 9th wedding is being planned Woodworth-Peck Mr. and Mrs. Ken Babcock of Middleville, and Mr. Lee Wood worth of Bellevue would like to announce the engagement of their daughter. Tracy Lynn Woodworth to Scott Robert Peck, son of Mr. and Mrs. Carl Peck of Middleville The bride is a 1997 gradu­ ate of Thomapple Kellogg High School and currently attends Wright Beauty Academy. The groom is a 1994 grad­ uate of Thomapple Kellogg High School and is employed at Bradford White Corp A July 26. 2003 wedding is being planned. Aten-Barjaktarovich Ken and Judi Aten of Middleville and Steve and Cindy Barjaktarovich of Washington. Michigan are pleased to announce the engagement of their children Alison Dawn Aten and Stephen John Barjaktaro vich. Alison is a 1998 graduate of Thornapple Kellogg High School and graduated Central Michigan University with a bachelor of applied arts. Steve is a 1998 graduate of Romeo High School and graduated from Central Michigan University with a bachelor of applied arts A Sept. 20. 2003 wedding is being planned The couple will be residing in Cincinnati Subscribe to the HASTINGS BANNER and get all the local news. Call us at 945-9554 today. Call 945-9554 for ACTION-Ads THORNAPPLE AREA ENRICHMENT FOUNDATION Our Hometown Charitable Organization MISSION: To enrich and enhance the quality of life in the Thornapple Area by acting as a leader and catalyst in the evolving needs of the community. Fun facts about the Great Lake State Michigan is truly a unique place to live, work and visit. Even for lifelong Michiganians. there is always something new to discover about our state. 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Michigan 49333-0164 tktaef etiotmail com Woods. • Isle Royale National Park shelters one of the largest moose herds remain­ ing in the United States. • The Upper Michigan Copper Country' is the largest commercial deposit of native copper in the world. • The 19 chandeliers in the Capitol m Lansing are oneof-a-kind and designed espe­ cially for the building by Tiffany’s of New York. Weighing between 800 and 900 pounds apiece, they are composed of copper, iron and pewter. • Grand Rapids is home to the 24-foot Leonardo da Vinci horse, called // Cavallo. On display at the Frederik Meijer Gardens and Sculpture Park. 620 Tanner Lake Road Hastings, MI 49058 • Free Estimates * Free Installation * 100% Satisfaction Guaranteed * Professionally installed or cash & carry. Factory representative on hand Friday from 11 am to 3 pm for all your window questions. �Page 8/The Sun and News, Mtddteville. Ml/July 22, 2003 Studio Salon expands by Cathy Rueter Staff Writer When walking into the door of the Studio Salon, at first glance it may not look much different than it has in the past (they’ve been open almost two years). But a few steps further into the main room and it’s obvious to see that things have changed. Laura Christensen and her husband. John, owners of salon, located at 9954 Cherry Valley in Caledonia, expanded the shop not long ago. The expansion includes a large, separate color room and another room dedicated to massages, pedicures and facials. The color room is de­ signed and decorated in sleek, contemporary lines. Black and white colors mix well with the fashionable bentwood, glass and stain­ less steel furniture. Cobaltblue accessories add a shot of unexpected color to the polished surfaces. The at­ mosphere is comfortable, convenient and inviting. A round glass table, com­ plete with several cushy chairs surrounding it. allows clients to chat with each other and the stylists if they so desire. According to Laura Chris­ tensen. the expansion was necessary 'to keep growing as a salon with our clients comfort in mind. (The room) is for personal and relaxing Black and white colors mix well with the fashionable bentwood, glass and stain­ less steel furniture. Cobalt-blue accessories add a shot of unexpected color to the polished surfaces. The atmosphere in The Studio Salon expansion is comfort­ able. convenient and inviting. The massage room of the Studio Salon caters to increased privacy and peace­ fulness. Candles, soft music and a separate door adds to this atmosphere CAJDAAinq NEW Condominium Development in Middleville Two Bedroom units starting at *129,900 For more information contact: DeKIeine >■.. . ■ Amy DeKleine 616-299-6790 • 616-878-4300 ext 207 color services." lines include Trucco in 1989 and a brand-new "The color room affords makeup, Pevonia facial and face. Inga. "We’re always the client more privacy," Soho pedicure products. looking for some good, mo­ said Margaret-Ann. part- They offer services for wed­ tivated help," she said. "It’s a really fun place to time receptionist for the sa­ dings. prom, graduation, as lon. well as everyday styles and work, said Margaret-Ann. " They really do have a lot of The expansion also allows services. the stylists some more room Christensen is assisted in fun in here. The stylists and in the original salon area. her beauty endevours by the clients." For more information Cuts, styles and the like can Jenny. Marcia. Kim. Lczlic. be accomplished with more Joanie, Margaret-Ann, Gy- about the salon or any of space in the main area now anna the Masseuse who was their services contact the Sa­ that colors, pedicures, mas­ trained in Moscow. Russia. lon Studio at 891-1272. sages and such are generally achieved in the extension. Refreshments are avail­ able as well as an assortment of mannequins and maga­ zines to glance through for visual aids and ideas. The massage room caters Susan A. Foster and John tended by Money Concepts to increased privacy and C. Anderson, owners of associates from all across peacefulness. Candles, soft Thornapple Financial Center the United States, as well as music and a separate door in Middleville recently at­ Ireland and New Zealand. adds to this atmosphere. Money Concepts is a tended the Money Concepts The Studio Salon prides International Inc. annual In­ worldwide network of finan themselves on putting their ternational Financial Plan­ cial planning centers. The clients needs first. "At the studio we are always educat­ ning Congress at the Bur­ company's special Million­ ing ourselves to further us in lington Hotel in Dublin, Ire­ aires. Eagles and Profes­ land, June 15-19 to celebrate sional Club awards were the career we love," said presented to both Foster and its 25th-year anniversary. Christensen. Both Foster and Anderson Anderson for outstanding "They are really noted for are registered representa­ performance during the past their expertise in coloring," said Margaret-Ann. "Jenny tives and Associate Regional year. In addition, Anderson and Laura went to California Vice Presidents with Money received the Century Club award. last year (to the Wclla Con­ Concepts in Middleville. The annual event was at­ ference). They’re going again this year. They stay very current." The Studio Salon is a full service shop. They offer more than the typical haircut Stop by arid check out the sarge electa al and perm. 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Keep in mind, though, that guarantees on annuities are backed by the claims-paying ability of the issuing insur­ ance company. • Flexible withdrawal options - You generally have a number of ways in which you can take withdrawals from your annuity. You can set up a stream of income that you - or you and your spouse - can’t outlive, or you can choose to take the money over a certain num­ ber of years. As you can see. a variable annuity does offer some attractive features for any­ one interested in saving money for retirement. But. as is always the case in the investment world, there are (at least) two sides to the variable annuity story. So. consider some of the poten­ tial drawbacks: • Investment risk - The word "variable" means what it says: The value of your annuity can. and will, go up and down, based on the per­ formance of your underlying investments. If these invest­ ments are of high quality, ano you hold them for many years, you have a good chance of achieving excep­ tional growth - but there’s no guarantee that your principal will increase, or even be pre­ served. • Surrender charges - If you need to tap into your variable annuity within a few years of purchasing it (typically, six to eight years), you may well have to pay a surrender charge, which declines gradually over time. However, some annuity con­ tracts allow you to withdraw a small percentage of your account value each year, free of surrender charges. And others, such as A-shares, incur no surrender charges. • Early withdrawal penalty - If you withdraw money from your variable annuity before you're 59 1/2, you may have to pay a 10 percent federal tax penally - and this penalty may be assessed in addition . to any surrender charges. • Fees and expenses When you buy a vanable annuity, you'll incur annua! 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The first of the 60-day maturity com is being picked and is for sale for $3 a dozen. This is the fourth year they have planted com for college, but Kyle says. "We didn’t plant much the first year.” Their corn cart is located on the cast side of M-37 just north of the S&S Farm Mar­ ket. Kyle asks, "Please be careful pulling off the road." Dean’s list at GVSU has 31 local students Thirty-one local students have been named to Grand Valley State University’s dean's list for the winter se­ mester. The list includes students who have maintained a 3.5 or higher grade point aver­ age and who are enrolled in a minumum of 12 credits. The students are listed by their hometown below: Alto: Patrick Gavin, David Kowalski. Joseph Licnesch. Meghan Mendez, Timothy Mitchell. Meghan Phillips. Sarah Voss and Courtney Wiersum. Caledonia: Shannon Antvelink. 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Tisha Wells, Caledonia’s youth librarian, was in­ trigued by Stuart’s works and felt that she would be an asset to the local summer reading program. "She’s remarkable." said Jane Heiss, head librarian at Caledonia. “She’s a pleasure Young library patrons (from left) Micha Steiner. 12; Tyler Gray. 12; Eric VanAuken. 13; Parker Rackow. 11 and Megan Holzhausen. 13. work on their own rendi­ tions of junk yard art light switches. to have here." Stuart demonstrated to the young artists how to take trinkets and “junk” from around the house to make one-of-a-kind light switches. Though Stuart herself uses more technical materials in her own work, she tempers things down for her young seem to be her specialty. audience, using glue, food Naming each piece, she cre­ coloring and glitter. ates no two alike. Stuart also exhibited a For more information portfolio of other pieces she about this or other programs has created in her profes­ offered by the Caledonia sion. Though she had a mul­ branch of the Kent District titude of examples to show Library, call 616-647-3740 her audience, unique lamps Tisha Wells, youth librarian for the Caledonia branch of KDL. talks to guest art­ ist Laura Stuart as she explains the craft of junk yard art. East Town Homes Middleville's Newest Townhouse Community Why rent when you can OWN? Credit not so good?"tease options available tperty taxes may be tax laths, 3 levels of living down* to qualified buyers Road DeKIeine Amy DeKleine 616-299-6790 • 616-878-4300 ext 207 oeses.s, There is something to be said for “one man’s trash is another one’s treasure." Young artists learn the junkyard art techniques from artist Laura Stuart. McFall reading program showing improvements by Patricia Johns Staff Writer Additional staff time al­ pr Christopher J. 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Rich was reporting on as­ concerned that some of the sessment data showing im­ cost cutting measures put into place may affect this provements in kindergarten program, but staff will con­ upper and lower case letter tinue to assess the program. identification, kindergarten Rich wants to look rhyming mastery and first closely with the data show­ grade reading level mastery. ing that first grade girls arc Rich credited the restora­ tion of reading teacher achieving mastery more Cindy Middlebush to full quickly than boys and that time and the retention of there is lower mastery in children who receive free paraprofessionals in the af­ ternoons to work with kin­ or reduced lunches. Students who didn't dergarten students to pro­ vide "reading booster" ses­ achieve mastery by the end of first grade, including sions for small groups. those who "were very The reading booster groups were in place for the close" were recommended January to May semester. for summer school. Informa­ Rich showed that there has tion about these students was been significant improve­ given to Lee for the second ment in mastery over the past year. grade teachers. Reading skills show im­ provement at the first grade, with 69 percent reaching �The Sun and News. Middleville. Ml July 22. 2003,'Page 11 New Caledonia utility project details still contested by Ruth Zachary Staff Writer The Caledonia Township Board held another work­ shop on utility district ex­ pansion prior to its July 16 meeting, but few decisions were made. During the regular meet­ ing last Wednesday night, the board approved the final payment for the water treat­ ment plant to CD Barnes for $13,155. Utilities Administrator Rich Pierson, working with Attorney Jim White, at­ tempted to break down the costs and financial details of the proposed utility expan­ sion project, which would assure the board members that the figures were firm, and that the money, if bor­ rowed. could be paid with certainty. The repeated meetings held since last March 21 have meant that the planning and construction window for this year has become in­ creasingly less likely. Township Supervisor Bryan Harrison abruptly ad­ journed a regular meeting March 21. when the matter was being discussed. Re­ maining agenda items were put off until an April meet­ ing. The details and estimates of costs of the project parts have been too vague to suit many board members, lead­ ing to continued meetings, and this one did not provide the assurance asked for. so it was postponed again. Trustee Richard Robert­ son has been the most cau­ tious about moving ahead on the project, which originally was proposed at the $4 mil­ lion level in March. He ex­ pressed dismay that the township had been very close to borrowing that amount, had the meeting not been adjourned. That estimated cost now would require borrowing $2.6 million. At this meeting he per­ sisted, asking for exact amounts of "soft costs," and an explanation for where the |S&Woooocoooooooooo6boooooooo6666fefefe6a Fnmifcj Trax Oideo 119 L Main St. MiMle.villo. • 7VS-VW8 Hours: Sun.-Thurs. 12-10 pm Fri. & Sat. 12-11pm DVD, VHS & Game Rentals Movie Reservations 2 Day Rental on Sunday on all Rentals Every 20* Rental FREE otow w Locally Owned money would come from. Soft costs are expenses beyond the actual infrastruc­ ture costs, for legal, engi­ neering and consultant ex­ penses, some of which has not been sent out for com­ petitive bids. Engineering work seems to be planned by Wilcox En­ gineering. the township con­ sultant. without obtaining other bids, presumably be­ cause of time constraints. Robertson said soft costs for the 100th Street portion of the project once were es­ timated at $610,000. Some original estimates have departed greatly from amounts that eventually have been nailed down spe­ cifically. Many figures are still deemed questionable. Pierson answered. "This is as accurate as we’re going to get as to what wc have spent to date. This is the best answer I can give you to date. He said nailing figures down better would require a future meeting.” Robertson had listed 11 points he asked Pierson to clarify. He said some elements of the plan were uncertain. If the 100th street expansion, now to be installed by devel­ opers of Garden Grove, should not happen, or if resi­ dents came back with a ref­ erendum against the plan, the bond sale could be a risky venture. Pierson had indicated that without revenues from 100th Street, the township could not pay back the bond. "We are intending to sell a bond, and taking revenues from connections on infra­ structure we haven't even approved, and... don’t even know where the money is coming from.” The delay of the time ta­ ble which would allow the construction season dead­ lines to be met was of con­ cern. Robertson said the delays had "closed the community's opportunity to intervene. We started the 45-day clock and so far we haven't even told them where the money's coming from... They don't have 45 days to intervene any more (with a citizen ref­ erendum). We have not given our community a clear picture of what we re going to do." Residents Clarence Slaughter and Bill Neilly both complained they had been ejected from a utilities meeting by Rich Pierson. Later he informed them citi­ zens could attend, but then no meeting was held. Neilly said this was in conflict with the Open Meetings Act and could cause problems between elected officials and con­ stituents. There is some uncertainty as to whether the meeting time had been posted on the outside of the building or not. Your Hometown Full Service Garden Center! 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The Village Planning Commission has considered the request in several meet­ ings since May 6 and fielded comments from neighboring residents each lime, finally recommending denial be­ cause current infrastructure would not support the result­ ing impact. The controversial plan was proposed by Wesleyan Associates to be built be­ tween Kinsey and 100th Street. Developers Bob and John Tol said if zoned for R2, a subsequent rezoning to a Planned Unit Development (PUD) would be asked for. with a housing density of about 3.45 units per acre, a total of 116 single-family homes and 24 two-family condo units initially. Subsequent changes in the plan were made with the last proposal eliminating the condo units, keeping 116 single-family units reconfig­ uring placement of housing and allowing for more open spaces near the boundaries next to surrounding homes which were on larger lots. Access off 100th Street was removed. Bob Tol had appealed by Middleville Housing Commission LINCOLN MEADOW APARTMENTS 500 Lincoln Street • Middleville. MI 49333 Telephone 269-795-7715 • Fax: 269-795-0082 ATTENTION SENIOR CITIZENS: Lincoln Meadow Senior Citizen Apartments now taking applications for rental IMMEDIATE OCCUPANCY • Fully carpeted one-bedroom apartments with draperies and heat included • Large community room • Security door system • Postal service • Convenient laundry facilities • Activity programs Middleville Housing Commission 500 Lincoln St., Middleville, Ml 49333 or call (269) 795-7715 oawooi letter to the council to con­ sider the request and criti­ cized the process of the Planning Commission. He interpreted the master plan as supporting the R-2 rezon­ ing. The developer said the team had been denied due process, and had never been able to suggest ways to overcome the obstacles such as poor Kinsey Street condi­ tions. The team members indi­ cated a willingness to work toward a compromise and asked for dialogue with the commissioners. Caledonia Village Presi­ dent Daryl Penfold said eventual R-2 zoning has been in the master plan for 19 years prior to 2000 to al­ low rezoning to R-2 at some future date, and the devel­ oper felt he "never had a chance to sit down and dis­ cuss what are we not happy with, what can we work with, and how can we work it out?" He said he thought the proposal would create a " harmonious blend." "We are not multiple neighborhoods. We are one neighborhood." Penfold said he believed none of those involved in previous discussions had been "totally fair or coopera­ tive."He advocated more ne­ gotiations. He said the June 3 com­ mission minutes were un­ clear and it was important to document what had been talked about and why deci­ sions had been made. He said he was not sure if the Here’s another example showing that you are a winner at Ed’s Body Shop! 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There are mul­ tiple steps here." Penfold acknowledged, " Kinsey is in pretty rough shape. Maybe we can get some repair on Kinsey, We all know 100th Street should be fixed. If we don't feel that way. it’s because we don't want it coming by our house. Not in our back yard. "But if we fix up Kinsey and make it look gcxrd. we will have another 6(X) vehi­ cles a day coming up here, and 100th Street (improve­ ments) will neve( happen," Penfold speculated. Trustee Dan Erskine said changes from the original plan had been made. He said the Glen Valley PUD, also R-2, had less open space in it. He did like park-like ar­ eas on this plan, he said but a density of 116 homes " doesn't set well with anyone, and still has to be brought down, monetarily feasible or not." Trustee James Bierlein said with 37 plus acres, and required open space, at nearly eight acres, the result would yield 108 units, rather than 116. Units would be 6,900 square feet on aver­ age. He said 62 feet of lot frontage was very small, and was not sure minimum square footage would be met. The width of roads was also not included. Trustee Mike Mavigha said he had looked over the master plan at length. ” There's a lot of pages that 1 highlighted. 1 think some other things need to be taken into consideration, such as what this community is go­ ing to look like afterward, not just what is designed here, but you have to take into account the people that are living here also." He said the plans were too vague and more was needed in black and white. He said looking at the master plan, not everything m the project plan would fit. He said the developer needed a better plan. Trustee Nick Unger said, "It is up to the Planning Commission as well as the Village Council to deter­ mine w hether the time is ap­ propriate for authorizing more intense development." He said the developer's proposed revised plan for July 9 did not indicate what had changed since May 6. Penfold said the reasons given by the village for re­ fusal of a rezoning request must be defined and valid. Unger said the Planning Commission's reasons, that infrastructure issues were unresolved and needed to be addressed by Village Coun­ cil, with a timetable were specific and he saw no am­ biguity. Trustee Wendy Zandstra said she would like to see another attempt by all par­ ties to negotiate before call­ ing in the village attorney. Erskine added the com­ ments, recommendations and comparisons made by Mark Sisson were not in­ cluded. He said many vil­ lage lots are now 65 feet wide. He said the setbacks proposed might not allow much room for a house, however. The request was referred back to the commission. Public comment was lim­ ited to the beginning and end of the meeting. Former Planning Chair man Al Niles, now retiring, said attorney Jim Brown had given an opinion that he did not have a conflict of inter­ est in the process as Tol sug­ gested. just because Niles property is on the boundary of the proposed develop­ ment. Unsure, Niles had re­ frained from voting. Niles said many specific Continued next page Charter Township of CALEDONIA July 16. 2003 Present Harrison, Snyder. Bravata. Bujak and Robertson Absent Cardwell and Stauffer Also Present: Planner/Mana ger Zylstra, Deputy Clerk Palmer, and several citizens Supervisor Harrison called the regular Caledonia Township meeting to order at 7 08 p.m Supervisor Harrison led the Pledge and Invocation CONSIDERATION OF THE AGENDA: Moved Harrison, sec ond Bravata to remove 10A Proposed project agreement with VerMuelen and Associates inc Ayes All MOTION CARRIED. Moved Harrison, second Snyder to all 10 Kent County Farmland Preservation Ayes All MOTION CARRIED. Moved Harrison, second Bravata to add item 10D - Water Treatment Plant final payment Ayes All MOTION CARRIED. Moved Harrison, second Snyder to add item 10E sale of Tanker. Ayes: All MOTION CARRIED. PUBLIC COMMENT: Clarence Slaughter discussed a recent meeting where he and several others were asked to leave, and a while later the meet­ ing was cancelled Bill McNeilly commented on the same issue Board discussion was held regarding the above CONSENT AGENDA: Moved Snyder, second Bravata to approve the consent agenda as written Ayes All MOTION CAR­ RIED INQUIRY OF CONFLICT OF INTEREST: None REPORT FROM BOARD OFFICERS AND STAFF: None CORRESPONDENCE: Letter From Fred Fleischmann Regarding Traffic Signals on M37 APPOINTMENT/CONFIRMATION 0 TO THE LOCAL OFFI­ CERS COMPENSATION COM­ MISSION: ’Xcrved Harnson. sec­ ond Snyder to appoint Timothy Moms to the Local Officers Compensation Commission Roff call vote Ayes AM MOTION CARRIED APPOtNTMENT/CONFIRMATK>N - TO THE PUBUC SAFE­ TY ADVISORY COMMITTEE: Moved Harnson. second Snyder to remove this item Ayes Al. MOTION CARRIED KENT COUNTY FARMLAND PRESERVATION: Kendra Wilts, of MSU Extension gave presen tabon Bill Hersh of the Kent County Agncuitura Board, local dairy farmer, gave presentation regarding the resolution. which the Board is being asked to adopt Gary Postma, Developer Representative on the Kent County Agricultural Board gave a short presentation Robertson raised several questions and commented on his support Snyder commented on her sup port Harnson raised several questions anti commented on his support Bravata commented on his support and discussed his concerns Bupx commented on his concerns and discussed his support Moved Robertson sec­ ond Bravata to adopt a resolution supporting the Kent County Farmland Preservation Program. Roll Call vole Ayes All MOTION CARRIED FINAL PLAT APPROVAL FOR SOUTHBELT INDUSTRI AL PARK: Neil Sharp, of Exxel Engineering requested approval for the Southbelt Industrial Park Moved Harrison, second Bravata to approve the final plat approval for Southbelt Industrial Park Ayes All MOTION CARRIED. RESOLUTION - CHARTER COMMUNICATIONS CABLE FRANCHISE RENEWAL: Bu|ak discussed the rising costs of cable and the service Discussion was held regarding the service received f rrxn Charter Communications Moved Snyder seconu Harrison, second Harrison to adopt a resolution for the Charter Communication Cable Franchise Renewal Roil call vote Ayes All MOTION CARRIED Robertson stepped out of ttie room. WATER TREATMENT FINAL PAYMENT: Moved Harrison, second Snyder to approve ttie water treatment final payment in the amount of $13,165 Ayes AM MOTION CARRIED Robertson returned SALE OF TANKER: Moved Harrison, second Bravata to approve the sale of ttie Tanker in trie amount of $2000 00 Ayes AM MOTION CARRIED BOARD COMMENTS: Snyder commented on Ken Sikkema s meeting here has been can celled PUBUC COMMENT (5 MIN­ UTES): Jerry Good discussed hmn and hts son farming m the community and wanted to thank the Board for passing the farm­ land resolution Utilities Administrator Pierson asked if the Board could consider the tower lease agreement with AT&T Bill Hersh discussed the PDR Mrs Hersh discussed her theories regarding preserving farmland. Tom Apol discussed the farmland preservation Larry Tribek of AT&T wireless dis­ cussed the need tor an approval of lease terms Board discussion was held ADJOURNMENT: Moved Snyder, second Bravata to adjourn Ayes All MOTION CARRIED. Patricia Snyder Caledonia Township Clerk eMtsw �The Sun and News. Middleville. Ml/Jufy 22. 2003/Page 13 From previous page details had been addressed during the meetings. He said he took exception to every paragraph in Bob Tol's let­ ter. The request for this pro­ ject is not really for medium densify, as it would require a variance to allow seven-foot side yards. Niles said. Planning Commissioner Steve Gilbert responded to Bob Tol’s letter. "J feel we made the right decision for the right reasons. The infra­ structure's not in place for us to move forward with this project at this time." Planning Commissioner Bill Neilly said sending the plan back seemed like an in­ struction to recommend the rezoning. He said Tol's letter was "right on," and the Plan- Caledonia Township BOARD MEETING JULY 16. 2003 A special workshop of the Caledonia Township Board was called to order at 5 45 p m Present Harrison. Snyder. Bravata. Robertson. Cardwell arrived at 5 50 Absent Bujak. Stauffer Also Present UA Pierson, Engineer Wilcox Attorney White, Utilities Assistant Giamo and sever al citizens Reviewed the AT AT lease for the 70th St water tower Questions and concerns about appearance and phones tor elections Discussion was held on the Campau/Ketlle lake sewer refund ing Competitive vs negotiated sale Savings poteniai in January were approximately $ 118.000 00 and now the potential savings is $208,000 00 Questions about the $15,000 00 contribution from General Fund and if this could be erased is we refunded Discusssed timetable for the sewer and water extensions and meeting dates and public hearings and soft costs for legal and engi­ neering costs Moved Snyder. Second Bravata to adjourn Ayes All. MOTION CAR­ RIED Patricia Snyder Caledonia Township Clerk 0M1S747 ning Commission had also done what it had to do, rather than bringing the de­ veloper back, "like a yo-yo." Steve Gilbert said to Penfold. "You don’t get it... we’re sayjng the infrastruc­ ture needs to be improved. It’s not the developer s prob­ lem. It’s yours. If we put 1 .(XX) cars a day on Kinsey ( Mark Sisson's number) we put children at risk., we need sidewalks, curbs and gutters, we need to fix the street." Neighbor Victoria Pea­ body pointed out many goals in the vision of the general development plan of 2001 which she read, stress­ ing "a definition of natural beauty, and harmonious blend of land uses designed to maintain its quaint small­ town character" and which she said were "in conflict with the proposed project." She advocated revisiting the master plan with revision as a possibility. Resident Zoltan Berencsi said the Planning Commis­ sion members had done the best they could. He said the proposal along with the in­ frastructure, as related to the master plan, meant the den­ sity was too great. "It harms the quaintness of our village. Caledonia is a small town, here a long time, and some history still left in this town. I think others understand.” He spoke to Penfold, "You might want to bend your ear to both sides. I think you are fair. Let's stay on a fair playing field. Re­ member you arc leader of our community. We look to you to help us in this situa­ tion.” Resident Stephen Duren spoke at length about the language of the master plan and vision statement. He said the document was sup- Regular Meeting CALEDONIA VILLAGE July 14. 2003 Call to Order at 7:00 p.m. Pledge of Allegiance Present: Erskine. Bierlein, Maviglia. Unger. Penfold. Zandstra, Regan & Ayers Absent: Audy Consideration of meeting agenda Public Comment: Al Niles does not seek re-appointment to the Planning Commission Steve Gilbert noted that the infrastructure issue is why the Planning Commission made their denial of the re-zoning of 245 Kinsey to R2 Mr To! commented on his views why the 245 Kinsey re-zorung was denied Victoria Peabody comment­ ed on the Community Vision from the Master Plan Written Correspondence: Approval of Consent Agenda Motion to approve by Unger, sup­ ported by Btedem All ayes, motion earned Village Manager Report A Larvaode treatment was pur­ chased and has been appbed twice B Township payback for Termination Agreement can be applied to General Fund. A Nase Ordinance-hold New Business: A Blanket approval for Labor Day. Homecoming. Halloween & Christmas Parades All Ayes, motion carried B. Engagement letter from Rehman-Robson for 2002 Audit All ayes, motion earned C Midwest Engineering to do 5 soil bonngs for $1105.00 for Main St. project Alt Ayes, motion earned D Traffic studies for M37 at Glengarry Dr . Higiey St and 92nd St . to be requested from MOOT AM Ayes, motion earned. E. 245 Kinsey-reviewed Planning Commission s recommen­ dation Discussion followed Motion by Maviglia to send back to Planning Commission, support by Berten Al ayes, motion earned Public Comment EWi McN&iiy, Zotten Serenes Steve Gilbert. Jor Toi and Steve Duren ak commented on the 245 Kinsey re zoning Council Comments Meeting Adjourned at 8:10 p.m. Respectfufty Submmed Sandra Ayers. Cterk OW Business: ported by ordinances, in­ cluding for PUDs. which talked about contributing factors to small town char­ acter. and not to allow things which would change the character of the sur­ rounding area. He said residents were not opposed to sensible develop­ ment in this area. ’The ex­ ceedingly small lots and dense housing would stand out starkly against the larger bordering homes." Reading, he said the pro­ ject “shall not place a burden on the natural environment." He said some specifics in The developer’s project would mean stripping the land of its contours, denud­ ing the natural features on the property, and moving the line of woods in order to achieve a higher number of lots, which was said to be needed in order to afford to do the project. He said approving this re­ quest would require revising the master plan. Thornapple Twp. to upgrade phones by Patricia Johns Staff Writer Thornapple Township Clerk Susan Vlietstra last week presented other board members with persuasive ar­ guments on why the town­ ship should take advantage of new I’l'tS construction to upgrade voice mail and telephone systems serving the township hall and the emergency services build­ ing. The trustees, as a result, approved a $17.000 contract for a Toshiba telephone sys­ tem from Central Inter Con­ nect. This system will serve both buildings with separate but connected service. The Township Board also approved purchasing a new copier for the township and selling the current one for $2,000 to the Thornapple Township Emergency Serv­ ices CIT ES) department. The board also received word that construction is on members that the Thornap­ ple Heritage Association is working on a business plan. The development of a mu­ seum does fit in with the “ Vision 20-20” work under way in the county. The De­ pot Committee will meet with the architects later this month. County Commissioner James French updated the township on the process of the M-37 Corridor Commit­ schedule in an update on work on the new TTES building. The new address of the building is 128 High St. Progress meetings arc held every week to make sure the contractors are on schedule. The township has re­ ceived bids to repair the new tanker. Wolverine, which supplied the defective tanker, will be notified about the costs of these bids to see if the company wants to avoid possible litigation. The 1984 GMC water tanker was sold to Rob Len Farms for a bid of $2,510. No bids were received for the 1975 Ford, so it will be sold at ABC auction with a minimum of $2,200 set. All identification will be re­ moved from the vehicle be­ fore going to auction. George French told board tee and the Brownfield Re­ development ‘Committee. The Brownfield committee needs to select five proper­ ties from a list of 20 that have been suggested for in­ clusion in the program. The township will hold a quarterly meeting at 6 p.m. Tuesday. July 29. The next regular Thornapple Town­ ship Board meeting is will be on Monday. Aug. 11, at 7 p.m. See us for invitations, photo processing and all your other printing needs. Some things are meant to be a certain way... 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Ml 49333 Letters of interest wifi be accept­ ed until 5 p.m , August 8. 2003. 066’5751 OIL CHANCE SPECIAL >06615654 �Page 14/The Sun and News. Middleville. Ml July 22, 2003 What men need to know about prostate cancer Prostate cancer is one of the most common types of cancer found in american men. The American Cancer Society estimates there will be 220,999 new cases of prostate cancer in the U.S. this year. One man in six gets prostate cancer and one man in 32 dies of the dis­ ease. Now one knows that caus­ es prostate cancer but certain risk factors are linked to the disease. Some risk factors such as diet can be con­ trolled, but others, such as a person’s age, race, or family history, can’t be changed. Eighty-five percent of all prostate concerns are found while they are still within or near the prostate, a small, walnut-sized gland located near the rectum. The fiveyear survival rate for these men is nearly 100 percent. 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NCCN Prostate Cancer Panel chair and chairman of the Urology Department at Memorial Sloan-Kettenng Cancer cen­ ter. “These guidelines allow men with prostate cancer to discuss their treatment options with their health care team.” NCCN Treatment Guidelines for Patients are derived directly from the NCCN Clinical practice Guidelines in Orfcology for physicians. The guidelines, created and updated by physicians at NCCN’s 19 member institutions, have become the standard for can­ cer treatment nationwide. The patient guidelines pro­ vide the same up-to-date information about treatment options as those for physi­ cians. but are written in easy-to-understand lan­ guage. “Men living with prostate cancer need to understand their treatment options." said Mary A. Simmonds. MD. FACP. national volunteer president of the American Cancer Society. “These guidelines will help them become more active in their own health care and guide them through the decision­ making process.” For more information about the American Cancer Society, please call 1-800-ACS-2345 or go to www.cancer.org Other available treatment guidelines include topics on breast cancer, colon and rec­ tal cancers, bladder cancer, ovarian cancer, lung cancer, melanoma, cancer pain man­ agement. nausea and vomit­ ing. fatigue and anemia, and fever and neutropenia. The guidelines, also available in Spanish, are available free of charge on NCCN’s Web site at www.nccn.org or by call­ ing NCCN toll-free at I-888909-NCCN. Terry Paul Andrews ALLEGAN - Terry Paul Andrews, age 60. of Allegan, died Sunday, July 13, 2003 at the home of his son and daughter-in-law Terry and Tammy Andrews. Terry was bom on January 14, 1943 in Newman. Georgia, son of Lewis W. and Dorothy R McDonald. He had attended Thomapple Kellogg School and completed four years serving in the U.S. Navy. He married Gloria Town of Allegan and has lived in Allegan since 1966. He was employed at Hayworth at the time of his retirement. Terry enjoyed collecting and showing antique tractors among his many hobbies. He is survived by his mother, Dorothy R McDonald of Middleville; his son and wife. Terry and Tammy Andrews of Allegan; his daughter and son-in-law, Ruth and Bill Van Hom of Allegan; his brother and wife, Gary and Mary McDonald of Middleville; his sister and brother-in-law. Michelle (McDonald) and George Hoffman of Mt. Morris; five grandchildren, Terry HI. Kevin and Michelle Andrews, Jessica and Shawn Van Horn; many aunts, uncles, nieces and nephews. He was preceded in death by his wife. Gloria (Town) Andrews; a grandson, Joshua P. Van Hom and his stepfather. Lewis W. McDonald. Cremation has taken place according to his wishes. A memorial service for Terry will be Saturday. August 23. 2003 at 2 p m. at his son’s residence. 4895 106 Ave.. Grand Junction. MI 49056. Memorial contributions may be made to the Wings of Hope Hospice. Lane closure Donald Lee Bird website helps Doug (Kelli) FREEPORT Donald Lee area motorists Bird, age 60, of Freeport, Freeport; one The Michigan Department of Transportation has announced another techno­ logical advancement to help motorists who plan to travel in southwest Michigan. The lane closure information page on the Internet now includes information about closures and restrictions on state roads throughout the nine-county Southwest Region. “Southwest Michigan has always been a highly trav­ eled tourist area, and is con­ tinuing to grow,” said Southwest Region Engineer Bobbi Welke. “We are com­ mitted to delivering the highest quality service possi­ ble, which includes keeping our customers informed of what potential delays lay ahead.” The website serves as a way for motorists across the state to visit one location and gather information about restrictions and lane closures in Southwest, West and Southeast Michigan on state trunklines (I. US, or M des­ ignations). The lane closure Web site is available at www.mdot. state.mi/us/laneclosure, or from the MDOT home page at www.michigan.gov/mdoi. passed away July 12. 2003 at home Donald Lee Bird was born April 18, 1943 at Hastings, the son of Ivan and Martha (Elliott) Bird. He was raised in Freeport, and attended Freeport schools. Donald was selfemployed. He ran his own gravel pit. He was a member of Kingdom Hall in Hastings. Don was an outdoors enthusiast, enjoyed fishing, hunting and especially spending time with his grandchildren. Preceding him in death was his son. Daniel Bird, and his parents, Ivon and Martha Bird; brother, Leon Bird. He is survived by one son. Bird of daughter. Dawn (Quentin) Aikens of Alto; four grandchildren. Calynne, Alisha. Daniel, Brandi; two brothers, Robert (Terri) Bird of Freeport and Harold (Marylou) Jameson of Lake Odessa. three sts ters, Jeanette (Jim) Cochran, of Richland, Sherry (Wayne) Fyan of Freeport, Elaine (Rudy) Hunter of Freeport; many nieces, nephews and friends. A memorial was held Tuesday, July 15, 2003 at the Beeler Funeral Chapel, Middleville Pastor Leonard Davis officiating. Memorial contributions may be made to the American Heart Association. 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This Saturday the members of the GFWC-Gun Lake area are helping with the effort by selling the planting sticks and birdhouses at Art in the Park at the Allegan County Park on Patterson Road Help the GFWC-Gun Lake area members raise money for the park and the 4-H Garden. The gardeners will donate $1 from each birdhouse sold to the Yankee Springs Township Park effort. This picture show the 4-H Gardeners selling during Springfest Bogus email exposed: The real deal on credit privacy The Federal Trade Com­ mission hUp7/www,ftc,gQv/ is again altering consumers about an anonymous email containing false and mis­ leading information about the use of personal informa­ tion. The information is showing up in email in­ boxes across the country, leaving many consumers concerned and confused. Here’s what the bogus email says: “Just wanted to let every­ one know who hasn’t already heard, the four major credit bureaus in the U.S. will be allowed, starting July 1. to release your credit info, mailing addresses, phone numbers.... to anyone who requests it. If you would like to "opt out" of this release of info, you can call 1-888-5678688. It only takes a couple of minutes to do." Here's the real deal from the Federal Trade Commission (FTC), the agency that enforces the Fair Credit Reporting Act http^/www.ftc.gQY/as/staiufg s/fcra/him (FCRA). • The July 1 deadline relates to the hu;//wwwlftc,1gQv/privacy/gl bact/index.html GrammLeach-Bliley Act (GLB), which set July I, 2001 as the deadline for financial institu­ tions to give you notice of their privacy policies and a way for you to opt-out of some of their information­ sharing practices. 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Both of the Velder- to the single-family high density designation had se­ mans have passed away. The developers do not vere impacts and did not want to develop the 80-acre agree with the master plan, site as a Planned Unit De­ it could not be approved. Developer David Dykstra velopment (PUD) and Van Elst said. Preservation of said. “We can live with the the natural areas, including suburban residential zoning Glass Creek, will be up to designation if this means we individual owners.” can begin work more There is a flood plain along the creek and some of the lots would have "unbuildablc" sections. The commissioners told by Patricia Johns * Staff Writer The Yankee Springs Township Planning Commision last Thursday denied a request by Dave Van Elst on behalf of the D&B devel­ opment company to rezone the John and Norma Veldcrman property from agricul­ ture to single-family resi­ dential with lots of about one-third of an acre. The master plan shows this area as suburban resi­ dential which is lots of ap­ The Friends of the Cale­ donia Library needs some handy people with imagina­ tion to create putt putt golf holes for a fundraiser this September. Local businesses and individuals are needed to help support this fundraising event The Friends are sponsor­ ing a “FORE! Our Library” miniature golf outing cele­ bration scheduled for the weekends of Sept. 12-14 and Sept. 19-21. Sponsors are needed to create miniature golf holes. The friends hope to have a* least nine (18 would be even better) holes designed, using one of four runway plans. Each runway fits in a three- by nine-foot space. The committee has a list of course regula’ions, re­ strictions and tips for busi- Middleville Housing Commission LINCOLN MEADOW APARTMENTS 500 Lincoln Street • Middleville. 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Caledonia Library Direc­ tor Jane Heiss says. “ This should be a really fun and family oriented way to raise money for our new library. The course will be located on the new library site.” The committee has plans available. Please call the li­ brary at 616-647-3840 for more information. In addition the committee is looking lor sponsors to donate prizes, funds and vol­ unteers. Sponsors will be listed on a brochure. Volun teers are also needed to work on the fundraiser wSeptember, For information, call He­ iss at 647-3840. Food boxes available TANA boxes (food boxes) to be given out to families with children 19 and under and women who are preg­ nant at Limb__ LLniicd Mclhudiai ChurdL 503 5. Grove M 43 Delton. July 23. 5-7 p,m. Education given by MSU Extension F.N P Is electricity friend or foe? by Patricia Johns Staff Writer Recent incidents have un­ derscored my fear of elec­ tricity. Our house was one of the thousands without power on July 4 and we were still one of the hundreds without power on the Monday after July 4. This meant that I had to clean out the refrigerator and the freezer of all food items that might have spoiled. There is now a rule in my house, "If we aren't going to use it within 10 days, we won't buy it." I take those warnings of the electric companies seri­ ously. I did take some pic­ tures of downed wires, but from a distance. It was hard to get a dose-up picture of my house because of my fear, "that might be a live wire." When my electrical serv­ ice was repaired on Monday I noticed that electricians and line repairmen have an almost cavalier attitude to these forces of which 1 am deeply afraid. I like the benefits of elec­ tricity — the computer I am typing on, the light illumi­ nating the room, the wash­ ing machine and dryer working without my having to wring wet laundry by hand. But I have this deep fear of this force, which I see in lightning strikes, fires started by poor wiring and other signs that this is a natural force with almost a mind of its own. I understand how electric­ ity is channeled to do useful work. I've even read the textbook, "Electricity 1-7," which is standard. I can fol­ low a wiring diagram but under all this knowledge is fear. Sunday when I was driv­ ing home and was caught in the storm I wondered if I was touching metal and was it really safe? Several years ago I spent a worried 30 minutes stuck under a picnic table as a lightning storm and torren­ tial rain struck a park where I was attending a picnic. A lot of the lightning seemed just a little close. Thinking about it, I am more afraid of cows than I am electricity. But that is another story. BRUCE'S FRAME & ALIGNMENT • Complete Frame Repair • Professional Color Matching • Loaner Cars • Front End Alignment • Collision Repair • Glass Repair call... (269) 795-9596 All Makes and Models All Insurances Welcome Bruce Bender 415 2nd Street Middleville �The Sun and News. Middleville. Ml July 22. 2003 Page 17 Ice tarn and musicians make lor a memorable concert by Patricia Johns Staff Writer Rain and storms didn't keep the music from filling the auditorium at the Pierce Cedar Creek Institute on Sun­ day, July 20. Spain was the destination and all those along for the ride found their feet tapping to the Tango. Depending on the age of the listener the highlight of the afternoon was cither the ice cream at the break or the reception following the con­ cert where the musicians talked to audience members and encouraged young musi­ cians to continue learning and even start their own groups. This is the second year for Fontana concerts to be held at the Cedar Creek Institute. “A Tour Around European Countries” will present music by composers from four countries in Europe and take place over four weekends in four locations. The tour’s first two weeks stopped for “A Weekend in England’ and “A Musical Moment in Spain.” “An Evening of Russian Music,” and ‘Chamber Music in the Czech Republic & Slo­ vakia.” will be heard during the last two weeks of the con­ cert season. This last concert will feature a commissioned piece, composed by Julianna Tnvers. in memory of Neill Sanders, one of the original founders of the Fontana or­ ganization. Sanders lived in the Hastings area. Concert locations vary with the night of the week. The Kalamazoo venue for concerts on Wednesday and Friday nights will be the Wellspring Theater, in the Epic Center (a temporary lo­ cation while a replacement for Shelbyville is found). For the second year, the Saturday performances will take place at the Carnegie Center for the Arts in Three Rivers, and Sunday concerts at the Pierce Thornapple Trail Association to meet July 24 The Thornapple Trail As­ sociation's next meeting is scheduled for 7 p.m. Thurs­ day, July 24. at Whispering Waters Campground on Irving Road This month the associa­ tion will review changes in the Greenways Coalition and learn about paving on portions of the trail in Cale­ donia. In addition the PUBLISHER’S NOTICE: All real estate advertixing tn this news­ paper is subject to the Fair Housing Act and the Michigan Civil Rights Act which collectively make it illegal to advertise "any preference, limitation or discrimi nation based on race, color, religion, sex. handicap, familial status, national origin, age or martial status, or an intention, to make any such preference, limitation or discrimination." Familial status includes children under the age of 18 living with parents or legal custodians, pregnant women and peopF secunng custody of chiliben under 18. This newspaper . * not knowingly accept any advemsin, ‘or real estate which is in violation < he law Our readers are hereby info, xl that all dwellings advertised in thi ewspaper are available on an equal <. vtuntty basts. To report discrimination II the Fair Housing (.'enter at 616-45 >80 The Hl D toll live telephone numb > the heaung impaired is I 800-927-9. agenda will include work on a new brochure, upcoming events and projects on the Paul Henry Trail. The asociation will also discuss up­ coming speaking engage­ ments on August 10 at the Pierce Cedar Creek Institute and for the August 13 meet­ ing of the GFWC-Gun Lake area women’s club. Membership in the Thor­ napple Trail Association is open to everyone who walks, cycles or skates along the trail. In-line skaters who would like to volunteer to help keep the trail clear are encouraged to attend this meeting. Information about the Paul Henry Trail and the Thornapple Trail Associa­ tion is now available on line at thornappletrail.com or at thornapplelrail.org. Information on the web­ site includes a map. the his­ tory of the trail, a member­ ship application and trail ac­ tivities. There arc links to other bicycling trails and orinizations in Michigan. music by composers from the Cedar Creek Institute. All Wednesday. Friday Czech Republic and Slova­ and Saturday concerts begin kia. including the following at 7:30 p.m.. with Sunday works: Antonin Dvorak Pi­ concerts at 2 p.m. A one-time ano Quintet in A Major. Op. concert will take place at the 81. Julianna Trivers Pieces Blue Star Music Camp the for Four Horns. Commis­ last week of the festival, sioned by FCA in memory of bringing the time-honored Neill Sanders. Bela Bartok quality of Fontana Chamber Contrast for Clarinet. Violin Arts programming to the sun­ and Piano. Sz. 111. BB116 and Leos Janacek Concertino set coast of South Haven. An Evening of Russian for Piano and Chamber Or­ chestra. Music Musicians for the final The third weekend of the festival will take place in weekend include Paul Austin. Kalamazoo July 25. in Three Margaret Hamilton. Elizabeth Rivers July 26 and in Hast­ Judge and Robert Cherry on horn. Brad Wong (clarinet). ings July 27. This program will present Maribeth Minnis (bassoon). music by composers from Renata Artman Knific (vio­ Russia, including the follow­ lin), Seunghee Lee (violin). ing works: Sergei Prokofiev Christine Rutledge (viola). Overture on Hebrew Themes for Clarinet. String Quartet and Piano. Op 34. Aram Khachaturian Trio for B-flat Clarinet. Violin and Piano in G minor. Alexander Glazu­ nov Idylle & Serenade for Horn. Violins, Viola and Cello, Alexander Borodin Polovetsian Dances and Mik­ hail Ivanovich Glinka Septet for Obe. Bassoon. Horn. Two Violins. Cello and Double Bass in E-flat Major (incom­ plete), G. 113 This weekend will feature the Kalamazoo Symphony Orchestra Chamber Music Players. Berquist says. “This con­ cert is a great opportunity for people unfamiliar with the KSO to hear some of the top musicians from that organiza­ "Yummy" tion. Salute to Neill: Chamber Music in the Czech Repub­ lic & Slovakia The final weekend of the summer festival will take El place in Kalamazoo Aug. 1, in Three Rivers Aug. 2, and in Hastings Aug. 3. This program will present 05515868 Karen Buranskas (cello) and Lori Sims (piano). Wednesday Programs The first of three Wednes­ day programs presents a vio­ lin recital, featuring Robin Andrew Scott, silver medalist of the Stulberg International String Competition. This con­ cert will take place Wednes­ day. July 23. at the Well­ spring Theater. Robin Scott is 16 years old and from Indianapolis. 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Continuing in their posi­ torneys and memberships in the Michigan Associa­ tions are Dave Smith as tion of School Boards for president. Don Haney as vice-president, Kim Selleck the coming year. Construction is continu­ as secretary and Scott Kiel ing apace with some con­ as treasurer. tractors working additional New board member Tom hours in the evenings or Ward will serve on the fi­ weekends. nance committee and on the The board approved the curriculum committee. The board also will keep bid packages for Phase II the pay of $15 per scheduled construction at the high school and the middle meeting, but this does not include attending school. The next meeting of the committee meetings. Dates for meetings will be Thornapple Kellogg School Board will be on Monday, on the second and fourth Aug. 11, at 7:30 p.m. in the Mondays of August, September. October. Thornapple Kellogg School January and March. Meet- and Community Library. FROM OUR READERS Local Citizens Speak Out Ort Issues Will taxpayers be left holding bag? Dear editor: would have given us parks The recent ripple of pub­ and bike trails. This was lic concern over Caledonia something that would have Township’s handing of water benefited everyone tn Cale­ donia. Next year, will voters and sewer to l(X)th Street at Cherry Valley may or may remember 2003 if the Cale­ donia Township Board ap not turn into a tidal wave. The interest could inten­ proves to “subsidize” utili­ ties for their favored devel­ sify if sleeping Caledonia taxpayers get clobbered over opers? People have short their heads, with the realiza­ memories, so right now is the time for the awake and tion that their wallets have alert citizens to ask their been robbed to finance the Caledonia Township offi­ utilities to 100th Street and they will be left holding the cials (the township office phone number is 891-0070). bag of debt. Or perhaps there is too much apathy in "Who will pay for the utili­ Caledonia. ties to 100th Street that will The Caledonia tax rate is serve those developments?" third highest in Kent County Kristine Apol, out of 21 townships This is Caledonia Township the price we pay for the privilege of living in Cale­ donia, and for the apathetic, the financial realities slip by unnoticed. Just three years ago the voters rejected a millage that Call 945-9554 for ACTION-Ms. CONE CORRAL VHours: Monday-Saturday 11 am to 10 pm; Sunday 1 pm to 9 pm • Hard Ice Cream • Chili Dog •Bar-B-Q • Sundaes • Hurries • Shakes • Malts • Slushes ...71NPMWOT Ml/OTMORE/ GREG'S GET-1T-N-GO 509 Arlington, Middleville * 269-795-8903 �The Sun and News. Mtodieviile. Ml July 22. 2003/Page 19 CONCERT, continued from page 17 cctti, Monique Mead. Alfred Abe and currently Mimi Zweig in the year-round String Academy at Indiana University, Bloomington. Scott also has attended the Summer String Academy there for the last four years, serving as concertmaster of the Chamber Orchestra. He is a member of the New World Youth Orchestra and the New World String Quartet. He was also the New World's Junior Competition winner in 1999. and was concertmaster of the 1997 Blue Lake Fine Arts Camp Symphony Orchestra. Junior High Division. The second Wednesday program presents a Piano Re­ cital by Ralph Votapek The performance will include works by Mozart. Debussy, several pieces by Chopin and will be presented July 30 at the Wellspring Theater. Votapek s keyboard style combines the fire, poetry and tonal warmth of the grand­ manner prewar pianists with the modern-day virtues of fastidious clarity and electri­ fying flair. Votapek has made literally hundreds of appear­ ances with major American orchestras. He was featured sixteen times as the Chicago Symphony’s guest soloist, has played with the Boston Pops. the Philadelphia Orchestra, the New York and Los Ange­ les Philharmonics, the Pitts­ burgh and San Francisco Symphonies, and other top ensembles. The final Wednesday pro­ gram first takes place on a Tuesday. It will feature Grammy Award-winning Flutist Rhonda Larson and Ventus. This concert will take place in South Haven Aug. 5. at 7:30 p.m. at the Blue Star Music Camp. Fol­ lowing the South Haven per­ formance the program will come over to Kalamazoo to perform for audience Wednesday Aug. 6. at 7:30 More time granted for public comment on state plan to improve elections Secretary of State Terri Lynn Land has announced that the deadline for public comment about the state plan to improve elections has been extended to the end of the month. The plan is required under the Help America Vote Act (HAVA) and is posted on the department’s Web site at www.MH.higan.gQv/sos, n .lands to receive about $45 million in HAVA funding this year. This will allow the state to replace outdated voting equipment and ensure voters with dis­ abilities have access at the polls, as well as making it easier for voters who are liv­ ing outside the country, including military personnel stationed overseas, to vote in a timely fashion. The 71 -page document outlines how the state will meet HAVA’s technology and election administration requirements, budget and monitor the funds received, adopt voting system guide­ lines consistent with the new federal requirements, edu­ cate voters and poll workers, adopt performance measures and meet other specified requirements and criteria. ”We have received some excellent suggestions that are being incorporated into the plan. It is clear that peo­ ple are giving the matter senous thought,” Land said. "Public input is al the heart of this process, and it is important we provide resi­ dents with ample opportuni­ ty to comment.” When responding, resi­ fortune Chef Breakfast, Lunch &■ pinner Chinese Food and American Steak, Seafood, Hamburgers, Sandwiches, & Salads (616)891-1388 Airi u ii * ■5 v ey rVe <M'37) C aledonia Village Centre A CAT 6am - 9pm MON SAT SUNtam • 3pm dents are asked to clearly identify the sections of the plan they are commenting on by page number. Comments may be e-mailed to the department at HAVApIan(S rnichigan.gQv, Comments sent by U.S. mail should be addressed to the Michigan Department of Stale, Bureau of Elections, Attn: HAVA Plan. P.O. Box 20126, Lansing. MI 48910-0726. Residents with questions may call the Bureau of Elections at (517) 373-2540. Once the public-comment penod ends July 31. the plan will be revised as necessary and submitted for publica­ tion in the Federal Register. p.m. Different than the other Wednesday programs, this concert will take place at Dalton Theatre. Light Fine Arts Building on the campus of Kalamazoo College. The charismatic music of Larson and Ventus merges the most soulful elements of sacred, Celtic, jazz, classical, fold and ethnic music. Larson leads Ventus with her gold flute and a variety of ethnic flutes from around the world and is joined by Rob Cook­ man on keyboards. Tom Knific on bass, acoustic guitarist Sam Smiley, and Carolyn Koebel on various exotic hand percussions. Rhonda Larson & Ventus originates in Michigan and was formed in 2001 after Rhonda moved from Con­ necticut. leaving behind her former band. Ventus. Latin for "wind." expresses the es­ sence of Larson’s vision and approach to music: "like wind-trails across the sea. we follow unpredictable musical paths which are boundary­ less, with inherent musical qualities of inspiration that celebrate the human spirit." Tickets for the 2003 Sum­ mer Festival are $15 adults and $5 students/children. Subscriptions and other dis­ counts are available. For ticket contact the Box Office line at 269-382-0763. For other questions contact 269382-7774. Art exhibits "Music at an Exhibition” is the theme of the art to be ex­ hibited at the Carnegie Center for the Arts during the 2003 Summer Festival of Music & Art. Artists have been invited to submit works in any me­ dium. expressing their view of music. Thirty works will be’ on display from July 12 through Aug. 14 in the W.R. Monroe Museum and Carne­ gie Galleries in Three Rivers. Friendly receptions of wine and hors d’oeuvres after each Fontana Chamber Arts performance in Kalamazoo and Three Rivers. Sweet ice cream is served at the Pierce Cedar Creek Institute on Sun­ days. These gatherings offer an opportunity to meet the musicians and visit with friends. A special brunch for sup­ porters. friends and musicians is planned for Aug. 3 at Pierce. Call 269-382-7774 for more information. Fontana Chamber Arts continues to negotiate with the Kalamazoo Nature Center on developing a summer home for the festival. Area music lovers are encouraged to take this opportunity to en­ joy world class music, close to home. Love America... Share America! Host Families Needed! 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Ask your funtnil director for more information on tht Barry Community Foundation or call 945-0526. IT’S COMMERCIAL-FREE LISTENING FOR YOUR FAMILY CLEAN featuring Focus on the Family and Insight for Living. Find us at www.wcsg.org or call 1-800-968-4543. 913 km. is m witua mem *(*t*rtsiw Mnasm AR MUSIC TO Live By! � https://barrycountyhistoryportal.org/files/original/25/713/sunandNews_2003-07-29.pdf aa33f05a30f3e0c794d6620cb26c9c5b PDF Text Text ^Hdometown Newspaper Serving Middleville and Caledonia Areas 132nd year Published by J-Ad Graphics, Inc. No. 31/July 29, 2003 First steps taken for traffic signals, road improvements by Ruth Zachary Staff Writer Caledonia resident Fred Fleischmann has approached both the Village Council and Township Board to get involved in traffic issues along M-37 from Mam Street north to 84th The village requested traf fic studies of three M-37 intersections on July 14 as the first step. Two days later. Township Supervisor Bryan Harrison said Township Engineer Randy Wilcox had also raised the issue of M-37 traffic. He offered to coordinate a meeting with the Michigan Department of Transporation. to be on a future township agenda The Township Planning Commission July 21 consid ered developing a master plan for street improvements, with board approval and input, of course. Fleischmann wrote. "Traffic accidents along this stretch numbered well over a hundred last year. and this year is worse... Many injuries and a few fatalities have occurred." He mentioned the danger at peak hours and said the localion of a planned township library near the post office would make the situation worse. Caledonia's old fire tanker to go to Drummond Island Staff Writer Caledonia's 1979 fire tanker was considered for dis­ posal. but the Township Board decided July 16 to offer the tanker to the Drummond Island Fire Department for $2,(XX). Drummond Island had requested it as a donation or to offer to pay a nominal fee to transfer the vehicle to the department there. Caledonia Township Trustee Bill Bravata said a past firefighter works on the island and made the suggestion. He said they would even have to locate the title. Township Supervisor Bryan Harrison said he sup­ ported the spirit of the request, but thought a town­ ship asset at a certain level was required to be put out for bid. Bill Thornton, a member of the fire advisory boaid. said he did not believe the tanker qualified for a bid process. "There is no market for these trucks other than a private individual." he said. If given for a nominal fee to another fire department, it would have to be passed on "as is," to eliminate any liability to the township. East Grand Rapids recently donated used equipment to a native tribe in Arizona, he said. In other business last week, the Township Board: • Decided to join other sur­ rounding communities in negotiating renewal of a cable franchise agreement with Charter Communications or its affiliates. The legal firm to attend to the negotiations is Vamum. Riddering, Schmidt and Howlett. The franchise is awarded to a single provider. Trustee Wally Bujak noted correspondence from resi­ dents about the rising costs compared to the service received, and asked if such expenses could be regulated by local government. Apparently they cannot be approved or disapproved by the board. Bravata commented that the township was still not get­ ting good service, and this should be included in the process. Harrison said a board member might participate in the. process to try to get the company to address township concerns. • Approved the appoint­ ment of Timothy Morse to the Officers Compensation Committee. He said he was looking forward to serving. • Gave approval to a Southbelt Industrial Park project presented by First Companies. Utilities are about to go in and a roadway is partially built. A letter of credit or bond in the amount of $729,600 has been put in place to assure the improve­ ments to the infrastructure will be completed. Kettle Lake students help principal attain goal Students, parents and PTO members are helping Kettle Lake Elementary (Caledonia) Principal Chris Warren achieve his goal of purchasing two pieces of play­ ground equipment for the school. The group continues to ra se money for the acqui­ sition with a series of car washes Here the group is works dibgentty dunng tneir June car wash. Two other car washes are scheduled for July 31 from 4:30 to 6.30 p m. and Aug. 21 from 3 to 6 p.m. He advocated a need for a traffic light with a turn signal along that section of the state highway. He said. "In discus­ sions with representatives of the Michigan Department of Transportation (MDOT) I have been informed the first step is for a local unit of gov­ ernment to request a traffic study at the intersections in question. "The second step occurs upon completion of the study, and in consultation with the requesters. In that meeting. MDOT will accept and make recommendations for signal­ ization." The third step is install­ ment of the light. Fleischmann proposed studying possible light loca­ tions at M-37 and Higley next to McDonald’s. M-37 and 92nd Street, and M-37 and Glen Gerry, the entrance to Glen Valley. Village President Daryl Penfold has expressed a pref­ erence for placing a signal at 92nd Street, because it is cen­ trally located along the stretch. He has said he believes this will enable all people in this area to be able to turn in and out from M-37. Penfold also believes plac­ ing a light on 92nd might one day facilitate constructing a connector to Kraft and 92nd, and obtaining the funding that would be needed to achieve this. Whether a matching contri­ bution from a municipality would be needed to install such a signal is not clear. A request for a signal on 100th Street resulted tn a blinking light earlier this year. The township board has allocated money for street improvements. The board has prioritized some repairs and is acting on this plan with paving of a two mile section of Alaska Avenue between 68th Street and Burrstone, approved by the board Feb. 19. Planning Commission Chairman Archie Warner on July 21 said he would like to see more improvements on M-37 south of 76th Street. Commissioner Duane Gunnink said there were more accidents on the 84th Street comer with a light than on 76th Street with no light. Commissioner LeiLani Van Laar agreed, and men tioned seeing serious acci­ dents on M- 37 almost any day she traveled on it. She was also concerned about acci­ dents on other comers, and said light a was needed on comers such as on 92nd and Patterson. Commissioner Ric Parent said the emphasis for stop­ ping on that comer was on the busier street, evolving from the transition from a rural community to an urban one. VanLaar suggested listing all the streets needing improvements according to an order of priority, so when talking with M-DOT, not only one street is considered. She offered to be involved and to attend county meet­ ings. It was pointed out street improvements need to be pnoritized not only at the town­ ship level, but requested from either the Kent County Road Commission or the MDOT. Gunnink said it was helpful to ask for changes. He said his requests in the past had seen results. Planner Dave Zylstra said M-DOT has a five-year plan Commissioner Wally Bujak said a municipality request is put on a waiting list, and priorities for improvements and paving set by the agency providing the funding. Not officially asking on an annual basis for these projects to be addressed, can result in never being placed in any order of priority. Apparently being on the list and moving up occurs over time, but the request must be made to be considered at all. Bujak said the Planning Commission could create a plan for roads in an advisory capacity. He said a more up to date map of all township roads was needed. Thornapple official raps Adams Road sand mining Thomapple Township Planning Commissioner Linda Gaspar contends a sand mining operation on Adams Road hasn't lived up to its promises. Gaspar asked Township Planner Geoff Moffat last week about the status of the sand mining operation and said, "When D&B Construction came in to ask for approval they made lots of promises which that haven’t been kept.” Moffat said the Barry County Road Commission would not allow the road to be altered as originally designed. Now a third lane will be added. Wes VanRhee noted that it was very dangerous on that section of Adams Road and he wondered aloud about what would happen if school was in session and the road conditions were the same. The Planning Commission asked Moffat and Commissioner Ron Buning to meet with D&B representa­ tives. The goal is to complete the promises by the next Planning Commission meet­ ing Aug. 18. Gaspar also suggested that it was important to have a liaison person between the planning commissions in the village and the township. This might make it possible to be sure officials in both the vil­ lage and township are aware of activities and decisions. In another matter, a com­ mission vote was deadlocked, which means the request was denied, on a request to return 60 acres on 108th street from Rural Residential back to Agricultural Residential. The new owner wants to use it to breed show cattie. This rec­ ommendation will be for­ warded to the township board. The next meeting of the Planning Commission will be Monday. Aug. 18, at 7 p.m. In This Issue • Kent County Youth Fair scheduled for August 4-9 • Middleville girl performs with Young Continentals • Farm PDR program wins Caledonia Township support • Snowberry Condos planned in Caledonia Township �Page 2/The Sun and News. Mfodteviile. Tuesday. Jufy 29. 2003 Kent County Youth Fair scheduled for Aug. 4-9 by Cathy Rueter , Staff Writer The annual trek of trailers, tractors, hooves, paws. etc. soon will be making their way to the Lowell fairgrounds. Monday through Fnday. Aug. 4-9, marks the date for the 69th annual Kent County Youth Fair. According to the City of Lowell Community Information page, this event draws thousands of visitors and exhibitors each August. Fair visitors can sample all the usual fairground food, such as elephant ears and cot­ ton candy, along with visits to dozens and dozens of live­ stock booths and events and a good size carnival complete with the customary midway rides of bumper cars, roller coaster, ferns wheel and many carnival employees hawking their games. Many Caledonia and Alto students and 4-H’ers will be participating in events and competitions during the week. Area students have been gearing up for many months for this yearly event. Although some events and displays can be accomplished with only a couple of month’s worth of preporation, most, especially the animal compe­ titions. take the better part of a year to prepare for. Some of the 4-H clubs, such as Cherry Valley Livestock, have been raising funds during the year for var­ MILLER MEANS... || Middkvilk & Gun Lake ious projects. Cherry Valley will be holding an ice cream social on Aug. 7 in the fair. This has become a yearly event that is looked forward to by many fair participants and sightseers. Horse and goat exhibit judging begins on the fourth in the morning with more horse, rabbit, swine and beef judging in the afternoon. Youth talent contest registra­ tion is from 1 to 3 pm. The midway carnival rides open from 5 to 10 p.m. with unlim­ ited odes for $8 (no coupons accepted). The Family Reading Festival will be from 3 to 5 p.m. in the event tent sponsored by the Kent District Library. A youth fashion show is scheduled for 6:30 p.m. on the stage, while the antique tractor pull is planned for 7 p.m. The youth talent show contest will be on stage at 7 p.m. and a skateboard demon­ stration will be held in the midway. All of this fun is just on Monday. Aug. 4. billed as “Family Night (hit.” Other festive activities include Grandparents Day Tuesday, with a free concert by Chelsea Oaks. Unlimited carnival rides for $14 will be offered from noon to 10 p.m. Exhibits being judged on this day will include horse, poul­ try. swine, dance, vocal and instrument, dog and rabbit. Ladies Day will be Wednesday with a traveling Miller REAL ESTATE Area Office zoo and touch table: the DeWayne Spaw concert (free admission) and the light­ weight horse pull (an open event! on the track Thursday continues the fun and games with Agriculture Day. A kid's sing along on the star stage will be from 1 to 3 p.m. The livestock sale of small animals will be at 2 p.m. in the Reath bam. The livestock sale will continue at 2:30 with sale order of swine, sheep, feeder calves, gallon milk and beef. A youth vari­ ety show under the stage tent is scheduled for 5:30 and the ice cream social sponsored by Cherry Valley Livestock will be at 7 p.m. Friday is H and i-Capable Day with carnival rides for special needs individuals from II a.m. to 1 p.m. The NBHA Speed Horse Show w ill be held in the horse arena at 7:00 pm and a teen bam dance will be in the reath bam from 8 to 11 p.m. Saturday will wrap up the event with Kid s Day and the draft & pony show open event from 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. The Bonnie Blue Bells will per­ form in the midway area at 12:30 p.m. with a New Olympian Show Team Baton Twirling Clinic to follow. A raffle will be held Saturday, Aug. 9, between noon and 5 p.m. for a first prize of a 2003 Honda (red) A TV. second prize $1,000. and third prize of $500. SOLD! Hastings Office 149 W. Stale Street. Hastings, MI (269)945-5182 317 Arlington, Middkvilk. Ml (269)795-3305 l irn Allerdinx < ns Un * <«X. *45 5365 lhannr IrWpauv h Kay Stolsonburg GR1.CRS. AiMC. 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There is no gate fee for the the fair, call the office. locat­ fair. Parking is $5 daily or ed at 225 S. Hudson in $I5 for the week. Horse Lowell at 616-897-6050 drawn wagon rides and free parking shuttles will be daily. Man suffers neck injury after diving into Gun Lake A Grand Rapids man dived into two feet of water in Gun Lake July 13 at 5:30 p.m. and suffered a neck injury that may leave him permanently paralyzed. Jonathan Jones. 26. who had been drinking, dove off the front deck of Joe Fox’s ponttxm 20 yards southeast of Murphy’s point. Fox. 52. is from Middleville. When Barry County Sheriff deputies arrived, the victim was conscious, but had no feeling from his neck down. Jones was ti.insported by Thomapple Emergency Medical Service to Pennock Hospital. He was then air lift­ ed to Butterworth Spectrum Caledonia area teens arrested in break-ins Kent County deputies apprehended three Caledonia area teen-agers Tuesday morning for breaking into a residence in the 9000 block of Costner Drive in Caledonia Township. Officers said they discov­ ered a service door leading to the garage was damaged and opened when they arrived. Checking further, officers found that the door leading into the residence was heavily damaged. Officers completed a check of the residence with­ out locating anyone inside. There were plenty of indica­ tions that some of the rooms had been entered, dresser drawers opened and gone through. Within the first hour while officers were still on the scene investigating, one unit reported three juveniles flee­ ing the area on foot. A K-9 unit was called in from the Grand Rapids Police Department and a track was started. Within the first hun­ dred yards, the suspects were located. One subject was bit­ ten during the apprehension and three suspects were arrested. The subject was taken to SpectrumButterworth Downtown by his parents and treated for injuries to his face and arm. All three were from the Alto or Caledonia area. One youth was a neighbor to the homeowner who was broken into. The youth knowledged that the neighbor was on vacation. All three youths will be referred to the juvenile court system. SOME VACATIONS ARE JUST MORE FUN THAN OTHERS. 2. FREEPORT’ Beautiful Victorian heme Built tn the late 1880s. this mostly remodeled home features 6 bedrooms. 1 bath over 2500 sq ft, open bvtng area, kitchen appliances temam Cai Craig $129,900. 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July 29. 2003/ Page 3 Middleville boys are Young Ambassadors Middleville girl performs with Young Continentals by Patricia Johns by Patricia Johns Staff Writer Staff Writer Chris Osterbaan and Kolton Geerligs recently returned as Ambassadors from a trip to the Grand Canyon and Utah. The boys and their families had to raise approximately $4,000 each to pay for this trip. The boys met other young people from this area and from Indiana. They met monthly before going on the trip this June. The purpose of the trip is to allow students to meet those like and different from themselves and share experiences. The 18 to 20 students from Michigan and Indiana flew into I .as Vegas and traveled out to Zion National Park. They spent five days there and hiked to Angels Landing. The group was divided into three smaller groups. Osterbaan made scrambled eggs for his group one morn­ ing. The groups explored the Glen Canyon Dam and went kayaking on Lake Powell. They also toured Monument Valley, the Land of the Kolton Geerligs Sleeping Rainbow and Salt Lake City. The 14-day trip included stays in motels and lots of camping. Osterbaan says, “the best place we visited was the Grand Canyon. It is a lot big­ ger than you think." He says he was impressed with the size of the chasm. The student ambassadors also were able to see how their own hand prints compared to Navajo pictographs. Geerligs says. “I really enjoved the hike down into Chris Osterbaan the Grand Canyon. It is the reason 1 w anted to become a student ambassador " Both boys raised money for the trip from donations from their friends and fami­ lies. They also sold flowers and turned in cans and bottles for the deposit. “I raised almost $600 from deposits," Geerligs says. Osterbaan is homeschooled and Geerligs will be entering seventh grade at Thomapple Kellogg Middle School this year CHS Class of '58 plans 45th reunion The graduating class of 1958 is looking to hold their 45th class reunion on Sept. 6. The event will be held in the Shelter house on Emmons Lake at Lakeside Park from 2 to 9 p.m. The occasion will begin at 2 p.m. with a social hour, advancing to a tour of the old high school, from which the class graduated, between 3:30 and 5:30. A dinner buffet of chicken and beef will begin at 6 p.m. with a business meet­ ing following at approximate­ ly 7:15. Cost for the event is $40 per person. For more information about this reunion, contact either Phillip Dykema at 616457-1322 or Marcia Vander Ploeg at 616-457-5721. Call for Classifieds Phone 269-945-9554 24 Hours a Day-7 Days a Week Sara Moody of Middleville performed in her second tour with the Young Continentals musical group April 22-May 15. This group tailors a tour specifically for teens ages 1215. Moody is home schooled. The group toured traveled north from Arizona, through the western slates and ended the tour in Vancouver. British Columbia. The group per­ forms energetic Christian music with choreography. The message of the group is proclaiming the gospel of Jesus Christ. One of the goals of the group is to help other teens make appropriate choicMoody’s family traveled out to Vancouver to see her final performance and now will see her perform with another traveling Young Continentals group this Thursday at their home church, the First Baptist Church of Middleville. The concert starts at 7 p.m. “Even though it’s not the Sara Moody same friends I toured with this spring, the program will be the same." she said. “I’m sure there will be an instant bond with the tour members knowing we’ve all gone through the same hard work and have the same goals." Holly Smith from Middleville also joined the Young Continentals this sum­ mer. Hers is still another tour group and she will not be per­ forming on Thursday evening. Alex Sevald named to Phi Beta Kappa Alex Sevald of Caledonia, a Thomapple Kellogg High School graduate, was named Phi Beta Kappa at the University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill this spring. Sevald is a junior majoring in history. He has been on the dean’s list for all six of his semesters at UNC and is a member of the Golden Key National Honor Society. He spent the fall term of 2001 in London. He has continued his inter­ est in hockey by playing on the UNC team for the past three years. Sevald is a member of Phi Sigma Phi (a national honor fraternity) and Delta Sigma Phi. He is also a campus tour guide for prospective students and their parents al the Chapel Hill campus. He is considering attending law school after graduation in May 2004. LStorewide Liquidation SALE! \.33% OFF (cash only) Excludes custom framing, wy . 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Good Sunday thru Thursday I monies & games for sale • • Gift Certificates & Gift Baskets Offer good at Caledonia location • VHS & Game Accessories Free rental of equal or lesser value One coupon per visit please. ’ Expires 8104/03^ OSSIES • Resen ations on movies ^Produa Id.SunAd_ j ------- • Weekly specials The Sizzlin' Summer Concerts a^e located by the Lowell Showboat (east side of the over) m downtown Lowefi. Cai 897-9161 or visit www iowellchamber org for more information’ Admission and parking are free! The concert venue is wheelchair accessible and hand,cap/semor parking is available July 31 Dave Collee Quartet | with Ginny Dusseau Swing Jazz Bring August 7 Jimmy Stagger Band Blues FaHRy! �Page 4/The Sun and News. Mtddtevilte. Tuesday. Juty 29 2003 Football season nears for boys in Orange and Black through the first two weeks of practice with practices sched­ uled for 8 a.m and 6:30 p.m. daily. The annual Parent Meeting/lntersquad scrim­ mage w ill be Saturday August The Middleville football season kicks off with practice Monday August 11 with the first session at 8 a.m. on the new synthetic turf in Bob White Stadium. Two-a-day sessions run 16. Parents are incited to join the team at 10 a_m. in the gymnasium for the parent meeting with the Black and Orange Game to follow in the stadium. Athletes are reminded that they must have a current physical on file with the high school office in order to prac­ tice. A special picture session will be available to varsity parents and athletes following the scrimmage on the new playing surface in Bob White Stadium. The Trojans begin the 2003 season traveling to Comstock (Kalama/oo) on Thursday August 28. The JV and fresh­ men teams host the Colts on Wednesday August 27. The first varsity home con­ test is set for Sept. 12 against new O-K Gold opponent Hastings. i AGofaaA (frfcunld < LOCAL CHURCH DIRECTORY ALASKA BAPTIST CHURCH A Lit inn Church - Seninn a Litinn Lord Morning Worship Fellowship Time Sunday School Evening Praise WEDNESDAY 9:30 am K>35 a.m. ........................ 10 50 a m. 0 00 p.m Family Night 6-30 p m 7240 6Kth Street. SE Caledonia 2 miles cast of M-37 Pastor, Dr Hruin F Harrison Youth Pastor Keiin Stiles__________ C 0 M a Ul I a place to belong I T t I I I c i a place to become (Contemporary, Casual, Non-denominational) 9:30 fc 110O a m. Sunday Morning Worship 8175 Broadmoor, Caledonia Rev Mi< hael Stowell. lead Pastor Rev. David Moorhead. Ajuuc. Pastor Joe Cipcic. Worship Leader Denny Bouma, Youth Pastor Church Office 616-891-0287 Visit our web site www bnghtside org CALEDONIA CHRISTIAN REFORMED CHURCH “A Chun h with a caring heart for our community and the world" Sunday Worship............................ 9:30 a.m. and 6:00 p.m (Child & Adult) (During the School Year) Rev. R. Scott Greenway, Pastor Keith Stulp, Youth Director Al Tiemeyer. I ommunity Calling Church Office: (616) 891-1512 M-37 al lOOih St. CALEDONIA HOLY FAMILY CATHOLIC CHURCH Kraft Avenue at Johnson Street Rev. Dave LeBlanc, Pastor Phone 891-9259 Saturday Evening Mass ... .5:00 p.m. Sunday Mass . .9:00 a.m. & 11:00 a.m. FIRST BAPTIST CHURCH OF MIDDLEVILLE M-37, north of Middleville • ‘’95-9726 Bruce Ft. Mewart. Senior FaMor Tim A. Vine. AmL PaMor Youth DougLa.* G. Beason. Visitation Pastor Gary Weaver. Musk Minister Pastor David Stewart. GF. ( hildren s Pastor Sunday School Sunday Morning Worship Servax Sundav Evening ServKe Wednesday Mid Wvek Prayer Word of Ufa dubs 9A5 am 11 HO am 6-00 p m &45 p m. 6 45 pm. 708 W. Main Street Morning Worship Service Sunday School Evening Worship Service 10:00 a.m. 11:15 a.m. 6:00 p.m. YOU ARE INVITED 9 30 a m. 11 00 a m. 11:00 a.m. Ret' E. Anthony Sikora Church: (616) 795-2391 GRACE UNITED REFORMED CHURCH Proclaiming the Whole Counsel of God Services at 9 30 a m and 6 p.m. Rev. Bob Htnklin WHAT DID JESl'S SAY? Summer Worship Schedule (through Aug 31) 1090 i m......................................Worship & Jr Church 1190 a m Coffee Felkvwstap (Nursery AvaiUHe Throughout* Rev Norman Kuhns • (616i 891-8167 Church Office:61t»-891 -8069 Fmu 891 8648 . wwAv cakdocuaotiK org 10 AM Sundav Morning 3449 - 76th St. S.E., Caledonia 698-9660 Rev. P Adams Phone 891-8440 Sunday School for ages 3 yr. thru 6<h grade: Sr. High. Sun. 6.30 pm Jr. High. Sun. 6.30 pm GUN LAKE COMMUNITY CHURCH & PRESCHOOL 12200 West Ml 79 Highway (Chief Noonda) Road) Wayland. Ml 49348 Meeting you. your friends, and your family right w here you re at. Sundav Worship 9H) im or 10:30 a m. Wednesday Worship 6:30 pan. 269-795-7903 www gunta.ei.omtnuntfychurch.org tEIjc <©lti ®ime vjfSjftletljolHSt QCburcIj 5590 Whitneyville Ave . S E Alto, Ml 49302 Sunday SchooLlttOO a.m. Morning Worship... 11 Warn. Evening Worship...6:00 p.m. Wednesday Prayer Meeting...7:00 p.m. 9 45 a^m Praise Singing . . 10.50 un Miwrung Wocdup HOOaja Wed. Fellowship ' X) pm Pastor EG Frizzell Church Ph. 616-868-6810 • Pastor s Ph 616497-6740 Lakeside Community Criurcn A Place fur Fanrife & F rwwfe 6301 Whanew tike Avenue Aho CHRISTIAN REFORMED Contemporary Worship 9 30 am Sunday School for AU Age* 1045 am Evening Worship 690 p m. Pastor Roger Buitman • Church Office: M-0391 WWW lalrvateciMMBuntD org l mated in Letgfm*> To* nvhip Corner of 2nd street and 142nd Avenue Sunday Manung Wonbp AJOaau Ttadmta 1100 an Camenponry Sunday School for Al Apa 1090 am Sunday Event* Senvr 690 pm RT Fncnh hv-xnaaL5«h (Sept April 4d0 pm H9 TOWSCME7CD F*wex (6to> 991-aidi • + St Paul Lutheran Church Missouri Sgnod Comer of 84th St and Kraft in Caledonia 1 mile west of M-37 Traditional Service 8:30 AM Acoustic Praise 8r Worship Service 1100 AM St Paul Lutheran Church Sunday School & Adult Bible Studtj hngtaonchurch.org 945 AM AH Sernces havs a Nurserg available • Barner Free Pastor Robert Gerke • Pastor David Ziehr Office Phone 891-8688 SS. CYRIL and METHODIUS CHURCH 159 131st AVENUE WAYLAND. Ml. M Preaching the Living Word Serving The Risen Lord Sunday Sch<M>l ........................ 9 30 a m. Sunday Morning Worship 10:30 a.m. (Jr. Church & Nursery available.) Currently meeting at: Emmons Like Elementary 8950 Kraft SE. Caledonia Rev. I Tennis Ross Church: (616) 868-7425 UNITED METHODIST CHURCHES Middleville - Parmelee Parmelee Morning Worship............. 9:30 a.m. Middleville Morning Worship . 11:00 a m. Rev. Lee Zuchmun Church Office Phone 795-9266 Rev. Royie Bailard, Pastor Phone 868-6437 Co zne uz/e 8146 68m St. near WhrtneyvBe Ave Church School. Sunday Wednesday 6:00 P.M. Evening Prayer phone 795-2370 or 944-9327 Vicar - Rev David T. Huetwick THORN APPLE BIBLE CHLJRCII A Church for today s world Spirit-filled family Church. CotwmiHifvof Christ Leighton Church ALASKA CONGREGADON 11:00 A.M. Holy Communion Service Times: •DEDICATION Of NEW CHURCHSunday School....................................................... 9:45a.m. SATURDAY. AUGUST 2nd. 5:00 P.M. Morning Worship....................................... 11:00 a m Evening Worship ................................................. 6:00p.m. Mass included: Mass on Sunday 9:30 A Youth Group:................................ 6:00 p.m. Sunday Midweek 7:00 p.m. Wed. Phone no. 1-269-792-2889 9:30 a.m. Thurs. WAYFARER^ COMMUNITY 250 \ inc Street M 37 to Fjimixmv lc \ inc Aug. 3: Guest Preacher 1-----------■--------- 1 vvwwStPaulCaledoniai >rq Om? mile east of Whitneyville Rd 9255 84th Street. Alto, Ml 49302 ----------------- I |C ■ XC 1664 N. M-37 Highway Middleville. Ml 49333 • 945 1555 Located near the corner of M-37 and McC ann 908 W. Main Street (Missouri Synod) Worship Sunday School................. Adult Bible Class............... Sunday Service Time* 9:15 A.M. Morning Prayer (Holy Communion 2nd Sunday) Rev. Tom DeVries. Pastor - 795-9901 Middleville Good Shepherd Wesleyan Church Lutheran Church A CALEDONIA fl” UNITED METHODIST ^1 MIDDLEVILLE CHRISTIAN REFORMED 2415 McCann Rd. (In Irving) CHURCH Rev. Dr. Jack Doorlag. Interim Minister Finding the Way Together! An informal, contemporary church committed to our community Sunday Worship is at 10:00am in Caledonia Middle School’s cafeteria. Everyone is welcome! Nursery & children's activities during all services. For more mformaiion: (616) 891-8119 Pastor Rev Josh Blunt Contact our Dutton office at (616/ 65-65-WAY or ww w peacechurch.cc Check our web site hxs . wayfarercc^rg M-37 between Middleville & Caledonia Sunday Worship: 8:30 a.m. Traditional 11 aan. Contemporary 6 p.m. Praise. Bible Study Redeemer Covenant Church —Lighting Up Lives for Cod— WHITNEYVILLE Bible Church Sunday 8546 Worship 9-30 am "The Church where everybody is somebody... ...and Jesus is Lord" Chnstian Educat* Meeting at Caledonia High School Sunday School 930 a m. Hour 1100 am Wednesday Famih Sight 5:45-8:00 pm PaflortaulMlhllman 6951 Hanna Lata Avenue Caledonia ____ 6io-69&#Xn ftdeemeneisery net *** rtdeemenownBd.org A mate he Ave at 84tb St • 891-8661 Cuumut Chmchn d ijxjay Momrg Wonhp 1030 o.m Meeflng at chapei on Whmeyvie Ave Sunday Evenng Wonhr 6 00 p.m. Wed Maweek Prayer 4 Bfcte Study 700 p m Rev ihonxs SLys Potior • Rev Kar Barta. Asoc Potior __________ Wettae tatfng^ieofcw.org____________ �The Sun and News Middfeville. Tuesday. July 29. 2003' Page 5 From Our Readers New staff hired at TK Local Citizens Speak Out On Issues A strategy for success in Caledonia? To the editor: As in Meredith Wilsons. "Music Man.” maybe it takes a new guy to create change. Without a doubt, when you stand back and look, as good as the community is. it is ready for and needs an over­ haul. to stop the deterioration. Many times I have asked the citizens of Caledonia to get involved with the affairs of the community. So far. the attitude is., “the beer can did n't land in my yard so why be concerned.” Further evidence of this reaction shows up in the hallowed walls of 250 Main St. The elected offi­ cials allow developers to make their Michigan marsh worth big bucks by funding improvements with tax dol­ lars in lieu of developer funds. Both the village and town­ ship hire consultants who are supposed to be the brain trust for the infrastructure and it turns our thd only growth they plan for is the fees they cancharge. The accounting practice^ are questionable, and I cant decide if this is due to lack of ability or if it is intentional If it is intentional, what's the cover-up? 1 have a hard time believing it is due to inability because they seem to be able to find the gap into the park­ ing lot every day. I have spent a lot of time researching other communi­ ties both in Michigan and elsewhere. It is amazing what can be accomplished when you have community cooper­ ation and elect officials who are true professionals. Folks, please understand, we are no longer a sleepy lit­ tle farm town. It is time to stop the local developers, builders and dirt haulers fiom electing themselves or their cronies. We. as a growing community, need to make some changes. If we don't, we are going to lose the few good people we do have. Therefore, it is time to call for the resignation of township trustees Bill Bravata and Gary Stauffer. Treasurer Jill Cardwell and Clerk Pat Snyder Without these resignations, the voters of Caledonia need to come forward en mass to elect new board members and eject consultants Pierson. Wilcox and White. This is but the first step to the develop­ ment of a community with user friendly government, offering responsible leader­ ship and to develop policies that foster negotiated partner­ ships with developers and professional advisors that will plan and help build a quality community into the future. Bill McNeilly. Caledonia American Red Cross Warns About Floods Aaaah. summer is here. Baseball games, days at the beach, sipping lemonade on hot afternoons... floods. Thai’s right. Floods. Right now, the conditions are prime for floods and flash floods. Most people probably do not realize this but. floods cause more deaths than any other weather phenomenon, beating out lighting, torna­ does. and hurricanes by a wide margin. There are sev­ eral contributing factors that occur to form a blood. Unlike tornadoes, which are formed by different air cur­ rents. or hurricanes, which are mainly water and air, floods need several different conditions in order to occur. The two main conditions are rainfall intensity and dura­ tion. Other important factors include topography, soil con­ ditions. and ground cover. A flash fkxxi often occurs within moments, without wanting. These are the most deadly type of floods. They are generally caused when there is a high amount of canned food w ith can opener, rainfall within a short time, bottled water, rubber boots, period. Dams failing or a battery-powered radio, flash­ sudden release of water that light. and extra batteries. 3. Know your water was held back by ice are also sources nearby. How close causes. Little known facts about are the rivers, streams, and lakes to your house? Are floods are: • Just two feet of water they elevated or in a valley? In severe weather conditions, will float a car. • Most flash floods occur keep an eye on those sources to see how high they are get­ at night so be prepared. ting. • May 31, 1889 The chances of a flood Johnstown, PA was the worst flood in United States here in Michigan are slightly history. A 36-40 foot wave lower than they are in other of water left 2,200 citizens states, however, floods have and will occur again. It is dead. always better to be over pre­ • June 14. 1990 Shadyside. OH was a more pared than not prepared at recent event. Just four inches all. For more information on of rain in less than two hours producing a 30-foot wall of floods, other disasters kits, contact the American Red water that left 26 dead. There are ways to prepare Cross at (269) 962-7528, (517) 279-8374, or (517) for floods. 1. Be sure to listen to the 629-6555. You can also radio and television to make check out our website at caT sure that you are kept up-to- hounbranchmi.redcross.org Your local Red Cross is a date on all weather condi United Way Program tions. 2. Assemble a disaster kit Delivery Partner. containing a first aid kit. ? Kim's Konsignment Caledonia Toll F ree 888-829-5919/891-2418 Summer Clearance Going on NOW1 . Making fall consignment appointments starting Aug. 13—by appointment only Infant thru adult clothing & accessories, including plus sizes, maternity & men s clothing. Hows Mon & 9fal 10-7.; Tore Tbws A Fn. I(M»; Sa KM 9175 Chens Valiev (M 37). Ste J . McDonald dr Gtea VWintatatl Mdh * ' by Patricia Johns Staff Writer The Thornapple Kellogg school district is preparing for the start of the school year, and six new teachers and one administrator were hired at the school board's meeting July 14. Jon Washbum will be the new dean of students at the middle school. He replaces assistant Principal Jeff Kulhanek, who resigned at the end of the school year Washbum earned his bach­ elor of science degree in 1995 from Grand Valley State Jonathan Washbum University with a major in social studies. He holds an elementary certification. He leadership at GVSU. An experienced middle recently completed his mas­ ter’s degree in educational school teacher, he is returning to education after working as a financial and management consultant. At McFall. Jennifer Summers was hired to teach kindergarten and Michelle DeVries will be a new first grade teacher. Christi Dilanni will teach second grade at Lee. Holly Sloan is taking over the music teaching posi­ tion at Lee and Page Amy Porter is the new industrial arts teacher at the high school. The district is still inter viewing to fill part-time posi­ tions for a middle school Spanish teacher and a special education psychologist. These new teachers will undergo three days of orienta tian during August. Seven local students earn Calvin degrees Seven area students recent­ ly graduated from Calvin College. Graduates are listed with their majors, parents' names and hometowns, and honors awarded, if applicable. • Caledonia: Matthew Draft, philosophy, son of Steven and Ellyn Draft. Kate Harms, accountancy, daugh­ ter of Dick and Joan Harms. Ryan Kragt. business/CAS group, son of Robert and Deborah Kragt. Erin Osgerby. English, daughter of Charles and Lynn Osgerby. Peter Oudbier. CAS-telecommunications. son of Donald and Jane Oudbier. Paul Support Group will fill packages tonight Trowbridge, psychology, son of William and Laura Trowbridge. • Middleville: Krista DeMaagd. political science international relations, daughter of Ross and Darlene DeMaagd. HOME HEALTH AIDE NEEDED Please call Connie or Ross at 269-965-2000 or toll free I-MMT34M-2660 LAKESHORE HO\II III !////( \KI The members of the Middleville Support Group will be meeting at the Middleville VFW hall tonight. July 29, beginning at 7 p.m. to fill the care pack­ ages for area residents still serving in the military. The group began meeting early in the spring following the deployment of the troops to the Middle East. The group held a fundraiser in May to help purchase the items in the care packages and pay for postage. Anyone interested in learning how to help those from the area serving in the military can stop by tonight and even help fill a few boxes. SERVICES, INC. 2 Michigan Avenue Suite 106 Batlie Creek. Michigan 49016 O55IM7J Barry County Homemakers d| If- 46th Christmas Crafts Show »] Your Hometown Full Service Garden Center! Middle School in Hastings V Saturday, Nov. 1st, 2003 J \ Now renting craft spaces $35 - 8x10’ Non-profit groups $15 and $20 I b ■ Nancy Durbin, 269-945-9573 02584001 t ra ve ler49058@’y a h< m> . com f Creek: e GROWERS Just West Oft M-37 10197 Garbow Rd., Middleville MW HQURSI Monday-Saturday 9 am to 8 p.m. Stop inandseeour products for $rub, Mosquito, and Japenese tfeetle Control Premium Baskets S5M - *8“ DAYLILY DAYS ARE HERE $100 Off 4” Annuals 99C Hl DAYULIES ] , 4” Ground Cover 99C Everything else store is 20% Off! Floral Shop Available for all those special occaisons with delivery available! EVERY TUESDAY - SENIOR CITIZENS DAY 1O% OFF ALL PURCHASES! Phone: 269.795.7674 • Floral Shop 269-795-0239 �Pape 6/The Sun and News. MiddteviSe. Tuesday. July 29. 2003 jtfrea Engagements TK Library ends summer program by Patricia Johns Staff Writer VanDyke-Roodvoets Wedding vows will be The Thomapple Kellogg School and Community Library ended this year’s summer reading program with a few familiar laughs, as Sharon Schondelmeyer brought Mother Goose to life at the last program July 22. This week the more than 450 students registered in the program will stop by the library to pick up prizes. The library will be closed from Aug. 1 to Aug. 9 for cleaning. It will reopen Tuesday. Aug. 12. for their regular school hours. The library will be open on Mondays. Wednesdays and Fridays from 7:30 a.m. to 4 p.m. and on Tuesdays and Thursdays from 7:30 a.m. to 8 p.m. For more information about the Thomapple Kellogg School and Community Library, call 795-5434. ' Van Sickle-Ayres exchanged on September 13. Joyce and Gary Van Sickle of Middleville. Lew Ayres of KentwrxxJ and Stephen and Barbara Toth of Tucson. AZ and formerly of Caledonia, are pleased to announce the engagement of their children. Michelle Lee Van Sickle and Cayd Ayres. Michelle is attending Western Michigan University with a degree in education. Cayd is currently employed at G&T Industries in Grand Rapids as an engi* neer. An August 9th wedding is being planned 2003. by Jill Marie Van Dyke and Timothy Edward Roodvoets at the Thomapple Valley Church. The bride-to-be. of Freeport, is the daughter of Paul and Diane Walker, also of Freeport and Joe Van Dyke of Hudsonville. She is a 1998 graduate of Thomapple Kellogg High School. The groom-to-be. of Middleville, is the son of Philip and Maria Roodvoets. also of Middleville. He is a 1995 graduate of Thomapple Kellogg High School. Call 945-9554 for classified ads If we could have our deepest wish, A dream that would come true... We'd pray to God for yesterday and you. A thousand words can't briny you back. We know, because we've tried. 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Mtar 293-2742 Laart Martin B91-M19 Teat <*wW» Ml ta<5 CMby want aw 293.^991 Aaron S an dr r? tad M»-jr?72 Brent Banctar 34B-229-92M Jnta D»La<.a*«Uza :*O-M4-441« RacA Met wwun 29^4993 Santk VRk-KSA Du»» Pratt S134J34 Dun HuucrrRsta *02 3424 Janan Garta 999-4592 Staff Writer It can be painful when you live with a 13 year-old girl, especially when she decides that you are a frumpy dress­ er. Teenagers can be really clear eyed when it comes to the world around them. I know people who always look good. They have style. They are always dressed appropriately for the occa­ sion and their knee high stockings never fall down around their ankles. I just don’t have style. Now, I have always been a frumpy dresser. None of my clothes fit particularly well. They are never in style. But they are always clean. I do a lot of wash because 1 am one of those people who is a dirt magnet. When 1 used to own a VW Beetle, the old air cooled kind with the engine in the rear. I would open that little door in the back to replace the condenser and the dirt from the engine would immediately jump on to me. “Do you always have to look like a master gardener,” is another one of the quotes from the peanut gallery. I have lots of gardening Tshirts, some were gifts. Just about all of them if I have Sharon Shondelmeyer brought Mother Goose to lite at the final “Laugh it Up at the Library" program at the Thornapple Kellogg School and Community Library. worn them to garden in. have a soil stain across the midriff. No matter what I do. the stains never come out. To prove that I know I am a frumpy dresser you need to consider my shoes. 1 wear sneakers a lol. I have really dirty white sneakers for gar­ dening. They are so dirty they track mud into the house, even when I leave them in the garage. I have a pair of green plaid sneakers which I bought at Goodwill for everyday. For dress-up occasions I have a pair of bright red Converse low tops. These are appropri­ ate for the church picnic, the movies and other informal gatherings. These are my good sneakers. I also have a pair of blue sandals for summer and a pair of loafers for more for­ mal or business occasions. I specialize on those sneakers that cost $4 in stores or $1 at garage sales. Except for the Converse ones, none of my sneakers have cost more than $5. It is really difficult for me to buy clothes. I look at the price tag and shudder. Even if it is something I want or need. Now, 1 have bought clothes from department stores. Two years ago. I pur chased a plum colored skirt and jacket to wear to a party. I wore it to (he same Christinas party this past year. I will probably wear it to the party if I am invited to it this year. I might get a dif­ ferent blouse to wear with it As part of my job, I get to attend Kiwanis. Rotary and women's club meetings. Everyone has seen my blue skirt, my red shirt, my white turtle neck shirt, my Christmas vest, my green funny dress and flowered skirt many more times than once. 1 do wear my clothes until they have holes in them. I feel terrible twinges when that pair of pants 1 bought 6 years ago can’t be fixed any more and really kx>k disrep­ utable. Then I go looking for the $5 pair of jeans (probably not the right size hut the right price) and wear them until they are full of holes, too. The 13 year old and I are going shopping. Maybe I will find something not loo frumpy to wear until it gets a stain on it. Perhaps with her help I can find my style and escape frumpiness forever. �The Sun and News. Middleville. Tuesday. July 29. 2003 Page 7 Financial Focus Furnished by Drew McFadden of Edward Jones and Co. • (616) 891-1173 Keeping your balance can help you avoid investment pitfalls Certificates of Deposit. Conversely, if you are will­ ing to sacrifice potential future growih for greater rel­ ative stability of principal, then you might view a bal­ anced portfolio as one that has greater percentages of bonds and government secu­ rities and smaller percent­ ages of equities. In other words, the concept of "balance" is somewhat in the eyes of the beholder. Still, no matter what your risk tolerance is. you'll almost certainly need some amount of diversification some exposure to a wide variety of high-quality investments. By spreading your investment dollars among stocks. bonds. Certificates of Deposit. Treasuries and other securi­ ties. you can help maintain your balance - especially in the face of market downturns that may hit one asset class particularly hard. While building a balanced, diversified portfolio is a key ingredient to investment suc­ cess. it's not the only ingredi­ ent. You also need to main­ tain a healthy balance, in your mind, between what you hope to achieve with The road to investment suc­ cess is filled with potholes. Financial markets are rocked by wars, scandals and politi­ cal turmoil. Today's "sure thing" turns into tomorrow s "never was." Prognosticators conveniently forget their mistakes and trumpet new recommendations. What’s an individual investor to do? For starters, you can keep your balance. By building a balanced portfolio, and tak­ ing a balanced view of your expected returns, you can help make steady progress toward your long-term goals - and typically avoid a lot of frustration and disappoint­ ment. How can you build a bal­ anced portfolio? First, you need to recognize that the term "balanced" means dif­ ferent things to different investors. Suppose, for example, that you arc by nature an aggressive investor, willing to take greater risks in exchange for potentially high returns. In your eyes, a properly bal­ anced portfolio should be more heavily weighted with growth slocks than with fixed-income vehicles, such as Treasury bills and Love America... Share America! Host Families Needed! Linda is an open minded, highly motivated person who enjoys softball, volleyball, drawing and painting, and the piano Linda, from Germany 17 Yrs Old ?• Niklas is a friendly and open boy who enjoys reading, going to movies, meeting friends and listening to music Niklas, from Germany 16 Yrs Old your investments and what is realistic. During the late 1990s. many investors got \poiled" by years of double­ digit returns on their stocks. Yet. when viewed in a histor­ ical context, these huge returns were clearls aberra­ tions - not the norm. But ever since early 2000. when the bubble burst on the raging bull market, a lot of people still anticipate the day when they'll once again get those annual returns of 15 percent or more on their investments. 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July 29. 2003 Seasons' final Fontana concert set for Sunday by Patricia Johns Staff Writer This is the second year for Fontana concerts to be held at the Cedar Creek Institute. “A Tour Around European Countries" has already pre­ sented music by composers from three countries in Europe The final concert will take place at Pierce on Sunday. Aug. 3. The tour’s of the original founders of the Fontana organization. Sanders lived in the Hastings area. Concert locations vary with the night of the week. The Kalamazoo venue for concerts on Wednesday and Friday nights will be the Wellspring Theater, in the Epic Center (a temporary location while a replacement for Shelbyville is found). For the second year, the Saturday performances will take place at the Carnegie Center for the Arts in Three Rivers, and Sunday concerts at the Pierce Cedar Creek Institute. All Wednesday. Friday The monthly list of auto­ related events around the and Saturday concerts begin at 7:30 p.m.. with Sunday state include the granddaddy of car events, the Woodward concerts at 2 p.m. A one-time Dream Cruise. Most events concert will take place at the are free. Call ahead for infor­ Blue Star Music Camp the mation on other activities last week of the festival, such as arts and crafts and bringing the time-honored entertainment, plus show quality of Fontana Chamber Arts programming to the sun­ times. set coast of South Haven. first three weeks stopped for “A Weekend in England" and “A Musical Moment in Spain" and "An Evening of Russian Music." “Chamber Music in the Czech Republic & Slovakia." will be heard Sunday. This last concert will feature a commissioned piece, com­ posed by Julianna Trivers, in memory of Neill Sanders, one Car shows herald safe summer fun Own a commemorative Ford Mustang, or one of Henry Ford’s original Model T’s? 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I fQy Smith-Diamond Realtors* I □ = ~ Toll Free 1-888-891-0107 I • Date Underwoude • NtarS NcCIcve • Elizabeth Kelson I • Deanna NlcCulfor • Ted VanDuinen • Sharon Emerson I • Lois Heckman • Cathy WUderotter • Karen Oh I rich • lorna Saladino tlultinqer I • Ron Prins • Jo> Wolbert • Debra Lampanl I • Ron Richards • Sam Wright • John McCleve I • Sarah Saines • Mary Kay McClese BMUMB______________________________ I S -D FREE MARKET ANALYSIS Lori Sims (piano). Wednesday Programs TThe second Wednesday program presents a Piano Recital by Ralph Votapek. The performance will include works by Mozart, Debussy, several pieces by Chopin and will be presented July 30 at the Wellspring Theater. Votapek’s keyboard style combines the fire, poetry and tonal warmth of the grand­ manner prewar pianists with the modern-day virtues of fas­ tidious clarity and electrifying flair. Votapek has made liter­ ally hundreds of appearances with major American orches­ tras. He was featured sixteen times as the Chicago Symphony's guest soloist, has played with the Boston Pops, the Philadelphia Orchestra, the New York and Los Angeles Philharmonics, the Pittsburgh and San Francisco Symphonies, and other top ensembles. The final Wednesday pro­ gram first takes place on a Tuesday. It will feature Grammy Award-winning Flutist Rhonda Larson and Ventus. This concert will take place in South Haven Aug. 5, at 7:30 p.m. at the Blue Star Music Camp. Following the South Haven performance the program will come over to Kalamazoo to perform for audience Wednesday Aug. 6. at 7:30 p.m. Different than the other Wednesday programs, this concert will take place at Dalton Theatre, Light Fine Arts Building on the campus of Kalamazoo College. The charismatic music of Larson and Ventus merges the most soulful elements of sacred. Celtic, jazz, classical, fold and ethnic music. Larson leads Ventus with her gold flute and a variety of ethnic flutes from around the world and is joined by Rob Cookman on key boards. Tom Knific on bass, acoustic gui­ tarist Sam Smiley, and Carolyn Koebei on various exotic hand percussions. Rhonda Larson & Ventus originates in Michigan and was formed in 2001 after Rhonda moved from Connecticut, leaving behind her former band. Ventus, Latin for "wind.” expresses the essence of Larson s vision and approach to music: "like wind-trails across the sea. we follow unpredictable musical paths which are boundary less, with inherent musical qualities of inspiration that celebrate the human spirit." Tickets for the 2003 Summer Festival are $15 adults and $5 students/children. Subscriptions and other discounts are available. For ticket contact the Box Office line at 269-382-0763. For other questions contact 269382-7774. Art exhibits "Music at an Exhibition" is the theme of the art to be exhibited at the Carnegie Center for the Arts during the 2003 Summer Festival of Music & Art. Artists have been invited to submit works in any medium, expressing their view of music. Thirty works will be on display from July 12 through Aug. 14 in the W.R. Monroe Museum and Carnegie Galleries in Three Rivers. Friendly receptions of wine and hors d’oeuvres after each Fontana Chamber Arts per formance in Kalamazoo and Three Rivers. Sweet ice cream is served at the Pierce Cedar Creek Institute on Sundays. These gatherings offer an opportunity to meet the musicians and visit with friends. A special brunch for sup porters, friends and musicians is planned for Aug. 3 at Pierce. Call 269-382 7774 for more information. Lane closure website helps area motorists The Michigan Department of Transportation has announced another techno­ logical advancement to help motorists who plan to travel in southwest Michigan. The lane closure information page on the Internet now includes information about closures and restrictions on state roads throughout the nine-county Southwest Region. “Southwest Michigan has always been a highly trav­ eled tourist area, and is con­ tinuing to grow.’’ said Southwest Region Engineer Bobbi Welke. “We are com­ mitted to delivering the high­ est quality service possible, which includes keeping our customers informed of what potential delays lay ahead." The website serves as a way for motorists across the state to visit one location and gather information about restrictions and lane closures in Southwest, West and Southeast Michigan on state trunklines (I, US. or M des­ ignations). “We are dedicated to serv­ ing the citizens, motorists, businesses and visitors of Michigan.” Welke said.” Maintaining and improving our roads and bridges is vital to continued economicgrowth and vitality. By allowing our customers to plan ahead and informing them ot work zones, we're better able to keep goods and services flowing, and to help keep our road workers ami families safe.” The lane closure Web site is available at www.mdot. state, mi/us/laneciosure, or from the MDOT home page at www.michigan.gov/mdot. 891-2222 ■nil!;; Phone 11B-M2-4910 to Rainbow's End. jtoGr*-nVall^ 84th to Cherry Valley to Jasonville Blvd. AnARDjf’ROITRIIES �The Sun and News. Middfewlte Tuesday. July 29, 2003/ Page 9 Historical fidion to be discussed at lawnchair talk on Aug. 13 Donald Lee Bird FREEPORT - Donald Lee Bird, age 60, of Freeport, passed away July 12. 2003 al home Donald Lee Bird was bom April 18, 1943 at Hastings, the son of Ivon and Martha (Elliott) Bird. He was raised in Freeport, and attended Freeport schools. Donald was selfemployed. He ran his own gravel pit. He was a member of Kingdom Hall in Hastings. Don was an outdoors enthusiast, enjoyed fishing. hunting and especially spending time with his grandchildren Preceding him in death was his son. Daniel Bird, and his parents. Ivon and Martha Bird; brother. Leon Bird He is survived by one son. Doug (Kelli) Bird of Freeport; one daughter. Dawn (Quentin) Aikens of Alto; four grandchildren, Calynne, Alisha. Daniel. Brandi; two brothers. Robert (Terri) Bird of Freeport and Harold (Marylou) Jameson of Lake Odessa; three sisters. Jeanette (Jim) Cochran, of Richland. Sherry (Wayne) Fyan of Freeport. Elaine (Rudy i Hunter of Freeport; many nieces, nephews and friends. A memorial was held Tuesday. July 15. 2003 at the Beeler Funeral Chapel, Middleville. Pastor Leonard Davis officiating. Memorial contributions may be made to the American Heart Association. Arrangements by the Beeler Funeral Home. Middleville. Arthur E. (Gene) Pool CAVE CREEK. AZ Arthur E. (Gene) Pool, age 83. of Cave Creek. AZ, and formerly of Hastings, passed away at home on July 8. 2003. Bom June 6. 1920 in Rush Co.. Indiana to Matilda and James Pool. Beloved husband of Jannettc M. Pool. Loving father of Walter and Jane Pool of Vermontville, and J. Nadiene Jucdes of Cave Creek. He leaves five grandchil­ dren and many great and great-great grandchildren. He was a World War II veteran. He was a machinist at Hastings Aluminum Products for over 20 years. He retired and moved to Arizona in 1981. He loved fishing, hunting and the outdoors. Funeral services were held at Messinger’s on Monday. July 14th. followed by bunal at the National Memorial The topic of the next lawn chair book talk at the Caledonia Public Library is historical fiction. Readers should bring their favorite book and an open mind to the talk on Wednesday . Aug. 13 at 7 p.m. The summer book talks are less formal but with a lighthearted seriousness. This month readers will dis­ cuss what makes historical fiction. Is it historical fiction if it takes place in a time ear­ lier than that of the reader or must it be of an era earlier than the one the writer lives in? What about the difference between a fictionalized por­ trayal of an historical event and a non fictional retelling? Readers will get to share their ideas and pick up the book for the September dis­ cussion which will take place on the first Wednesday of the month. The Caledonia Library has Put More Money to Work The tax relief act of 2003 helps put more money tn your pocket through: i i i * i lower dividend taxes; lower capital gains taxes; tax rate reductions: marriage penalty relief; and increased child tax credit. Make sure you take advan tage ol all the tax relief the new law offers, invest systematically review college savings strategies, reinvest dividends and schedule a free portfolio review. Call or stop by today to schedule your appointment Drew McFadden investment Representative 9185 Cherr> Valley Ave SE Suite E Caledonia. Mi 49316 Bus 616-8911173 Toll Free 866-8911173 www edwardjones com SIRC Edward Jones Scrmf hfrilbrn1 IbwWm. Smw ■mm __ He was married to Nonne I. Vermeulen on December II. 1948 in Middleville He lived in Greenville then moved to Middleville in 1949. He was employed at Gibson Refrigerator in Greenville. Bradford White Products in Middleville. Keith was employed with the U.S. Postal Service in Middleville and retired as a rural carrier after 25 years of service. He also worked for Crystal Flash in Middleville. He proudly served his country in the United States Army during World War II with the Mechanized Cavalry. He was a member of the American Legion in Hastings. National Rural Letters Association, and National Rifle Association. He attended the Middleville United Methodist Church. Keith raised Morgan hors­ es and beef cattle. He was an outdoor enthu­ siast. with a special fondness for hunting and fishing. He devoted his life to his famih and enjoyed the friendship of many. He is survived by his wife. Norine I. Wilson; one daugh­ ter. Deborah L Alike > Ires of Flintville, Tennessee; daughter-in-law. Janet Wilson of Irons; four grand children; four great-grand­ children; mans nieces, nephews and fnends. He was preceded in death by his son. Dennis Lee W ilson Sr.; his parents. Jesse Earl and Olive Lucy (Hendricks) Wilson. two brothers and four sisters. The family will receive relam es and fnends Tuesda). July 29. 2003 from ness to share what they read. For more information about the book discussions at the Caledonia Library , call 616-647-3840. TK graduate wins $1,500 scholarship Samantha Vandersloot of Middleville and a Thomapple Kellogg High School graduate who attends Michigan State University was accepted into the Eli Broad College of Business at MSU. In addition, she received the $1,500 Arthur P. and Christine E. Ronan scholar­ ship for the 2OO3-2OG4 school year. Vandersloot was very active in 4-H before attend­ ing college and helped judge during the dog events on Saturday. July 12. Samantha Vandersloot East Town Homes Middleville's Newest Townhouse Community Cemetery. Phoenix. Why rent when you can OWN? Keith M. Wilson---------------------------------------HASTINGS Keith M Wilson, age 77. of Hastings, formerly of Middleville, passed away Friday. July 25, 2003 at Spectrum Health Butterworth Campus. Keith M. Wilson was bom on January 12. 1926 at Sheridan. Michigan, the son of Jesse Earl and Olive Lucy (Hendricks) Wilson. He was raised in the Greenville area and attended District School in Montcalm and Kent County. selected some historical nov­ els from their collection for this discussion. Readers don't need to bring their lawn chairs, just a willing­ Credit not so good? Lease options available 2 to 4 and 6 to 8 p.m. • Funeral services will be held Wednesday afternoon at I p.m. at the Beeler Funeral Chapel. Middleville. Rev. 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July 29. 2003 One church construction project not enough for some by Brett Bremer While a major remodeling project continues at the Middleville United Methodist Church. 13 members of the congregation, along with a couple from Kalamazoo, found a church in more need of a facelift than their own. The new United Methodist Church in Voronezh. Russia. Two weeks after returning home to the USA. and taking time to recuperate and gel hundreds of photos developed the group met share their pho­ tographs and remember their experiences. “It's different now that you've been there." said Jody Pratt, adding how when you donate money to a cause you usually don’t know exactly where it goes. “On a mission. you know that church, that building, those bricks, that mortar.'’ The group was very famil­ iar w ith mortar and backs by the time its tnp was through. They spent time patching walls, and partially filling in windows to help the church save money on its heating costs. Like an old “bucket The members of the mission trip wait for the train to Voronezh USE YOUR GM POINTS I -KI IM i vTi Mb i: I 1-1 EXPIRES 7/31/03 Hastings Driver Education Impalas Are Back Bill Seif Chevrolet Buick 4 —, S M-37 IN HASTINGS^- 288-845-2425 1-800-235-2425 Dealer Fee" Workers pass over 4.000 brigade” they moved a pile of over 4.000 bricks into the church, passing them from one set of hands to another, and moved out mountains of rubbish in tiny buckets. "It took us a day to do the work it would lake one guy in a bobcat a couple of hours to do here.” said Mike Bremer. Cheryl Cravero told the story of how a few Russian ladies tried to show them the proper way to plaster up the walls. "They would fling that stuff against the walls, and we were just covered.” said Cravero Members of the group stayed with host families to save money and to experience the Russian way of life. A way of life which included occasional hot water, some interesting meals, and an abundance of public trans­ portation. With gas prices at over $6 per gallon, and an average per capita income of around $50 per month, bus rides are a popular choice. But some­ times you get more than you bargain for. They shared stories and pictures of bus riders leaving the vehicle to pick up and move smaller autos out of the way, as the bus worked its way through small side streets. The missionaries shared some American culture with their hosts as well. A basket­ ball was a big hit, as was the cherry pit spitting contest. "They’d never done any blocks from outside, into the new church in Voronezh. A young Russian gets excited as he surveys the bounty of goodies the trip members brought with them as gifts. thing like that," said Bremer. Cary Middlebush, a recent “Everybody took some­ TK graduate bonding with thing,” said Jackie Wilson, of some young Russians. the diverse group of mission­ aries as the looked at slides of Continued on next page Christopher J. Hier, D.D.S. 616-891-1240 General Dentistryfor Children & Adults — NEW PATIENTS WELCOME — Early Morning & Evening Appointments Available Conveniently located on M-37 in Caledonia (Right on the way to orfront work) Quality dental care in a relaxed and friendly atmosphere. Your Smile The First Thing People See! Cheryl Cravero and the rest of the crew quickly found out how much fun it was to finish the walls with plaster. �The Sun and News. Mrddtev«e. Tuesday Jdy 29. 2003 Page 11 in Voronezh. The most commonly asked question the mission members have heard since they've returned home is. "Would you go back0" In unison many of them answer. “In a heartbeat." From previous page The Middlebush’s Keith. Cindy, and their daughter Cary , made it a family trip. “It wouldn't have been the same if any member had­ n't come along," said Wilson. Cindy Middlebush said that her daughter Cary is even planning on taking Russian when she attends Michigan State University this school year. The group got to see both sides of Russian life, as they took some sight seeing time in Moscow and St. Petersburg. “Eighty to Ninety percent of the wealth in Russia is in Moscow and St. Petersburg." said group leader Bob Bender, who along with his wife Carol were returning to the city of Voronezh where they'd lived for some time. They saw St. Basil's Cathedral, and toured extrav- Middleville Thomapple Kellogg School District will sell surplus items at public auction Saturday, Aug. 2 • 10 am 3625 Bender Road, Middleville, MI Mike Bremer spreads mortar on a block as the window slowly becomes the wall. agant palaces of Peter the Great. 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July 29 2003 Farm PDR program wins Caledonia Twp. support by Ruth Zachary Staff Writer Caledonia Township Board members apparently were persuaded by an impassioned plea for support of the Kent County Farmland Preservation program. A presentation made last week by Kendra Wills of MSU Extension. Gary Postema and Bill Hirsch, both on the Kent County Ag Preservation Board, resulted in the board agreeing to back the program. Through the preservation program, the government would pay a farmer for a per­ manent deed restriction on the development rights of the property (POR)in an agree­ ment to keep the land in farm use into perpetuity. Participation is voluntary. At least 44) states are now participating. The goal is to establish and preserve con­ tiguous blocks of prime farm­ land where possible. Kent County would like to preserve more than 25,000 acres in the next 10 years, but no county funds are currently committed to the program. The farmer still owns the land and can continue to farm, and can reinvest the money or sell the property to another farmer at the reduced value in order to retire. Taxes also would he reduced to farm value, rather than based on development value, as they are now. This would allow another farmer to invest m the land and keep it in agricul­ ture. A simplified example of the easement payment would be calculated on land initially worth $5,000 an acre, and the farm v alue. at $3,000 an acre resulting in an easement value of $2,000 per acre. Kent County approv ed the program and established a Farm Board in February 2003 to administer the program and to help educate the public. Local programs must be put in place on the county level to access federal and state funding when it becomes available. Wills said Michigan has received $2.4 million this year from the fed­ eral government for the pro­ gram. seventh highest of the states participating. Townships are not required to participate, but in order for resident farmers to be eligi­ ble. certain aspects must be supported by the township, such as maintaining agricul­ tural use where a farm is located. Rural Residential zoning could qualify if agri­ cultural activity or use is defined for that zone, and the land must not be master planned for industrial or com­ mercial development. Fiftyone percent of the land must be actively farmed. 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Ml 49331 Tel (616) 897-3111 would be able to decline or to give the stamp of approval on individual applications, but the county would administer the process. Zones master planned for public utilities might not qualify, but that is yet to be decided by the Ag Board. Wills said. Townships The community would benefit, because tfiere would always be agriculture TNs 6 not a bailout. It is preserving farm land. This farm has been in operation for 27 years ’ - Hirsch. Kent County Ag Preservation Boara must be enrolled for a farmer to qualify, although this does not imply any financial com­ mitment. It was pointed out there are only about three large farms left in Caledonia. Farms smaller than 40 acres with specialty crops could still qualify. It is hoped voluntary applications will be accepted by fall of this year. Wills said. Bill Hirsch is a dairy farmer in Gaines Township, familiar with the farmers in Caledonia. He went on the Farmland tour in several east­ ern states, organized to learn about how farm preservation programs work there. This gives farmers of this community more options," Hirsch said. "Farmers today have two options. They can pay high property taxes as they continue to farm, or they can sell for development. The opportunity to pass these farms on to the next genera­ tion or to sell them to a neigh­ boring farm is gone." Hirsch said the master plans of both Gaines and Caledonia townships had done away with agricultural zoning, having designated it as rural, still defined in the dictionary as agriculture. On the federal, state and perhaps on the county level, the short term costs of PDR also have positive benefits, he said. Though taxes would be reduced for farmers, he said farmland also prevented the land being designated for zoning which would cost far more in infrastructure to sup­ port it than came from the tax revenues. "The long term savings from preserving agriculture is incredible,” he said. If a large block of acreage is preserved, utilities would not be required to service it. Roads would need minimal upgrading, and schools would not be overburdened. "Il has been proven time and again that preserving agriculture lessens the finan­ cial burden on the community long-term.’ The Jerry Good farm, pre­ viously worked by longtime Michigan Farm Bureau President Elton R. Smith, is one of the three large surviv­ ing farms in Caledonia. The farm is struggling. Hirsch said, but could be eligible for the PDR program and might be saved. Good had looked into sell­ ing the farm. Hirsch said. "He needs to do something soon." He was told very like­ ly he could get a significant amount per acre for develop­ ment rights and continue to farm it. "The community would benefit, because there would always be agriculture." Hirsch said “This is not a bailout. It is preserving farm land. This farm has been in operation for 27 years." He said more blocks of agriculture also are being established in Gaines, a com­ munity which the Good farm is part of if not in the same township, and he mentioned how the Caledonia Elevator has supported the agricultural community as well. "If the Good farm becomes housing, it’s going to be hard­ er for the Elevator to do busi­ ness with farmers and for fanners to do business with the Elevator. It's a buffer for all the farmers to the west.” "We are not against devel­ opment." Hirsch said. “We are not against growth. We need a balance of both agri­ culture and housing.” He said the program had been proven to benefit devel­ opers as well as farmers. He added the Finkbeiner farm with 230 acres would be an important addition to the program in helping to pre­ serve the agricultural commu­ nity. "It’s off the beaten path, they have very productive farm land." He said the Wayne Rodgers farm might not qual­ ify, with its location on M-37, though Rodgers wants to con­ tinue in agriculture. The pro­ gram could enable him an opportunity to buy another farm in the future. A lot of farm land around Caledonia is rented by the active farms, but they cannot afford to buy the acreage. There is discussion of trying to allow land owners to be considered in the program to help farmers to purchase such land. Gary Postema also serves as the developer representa­ tive on the Farm Board. He said master planning for one house per acre results in eating up farmland. He said placing housing more densely was better. Residential devel­ opment takes $1.42 in servic­ es for every tax dollar. By contrast. ag and commercial development takes between PLANNING COMMISSIONER WANTED The Village o» Middleville will be accepting letters of merest from residents of the Village of Middleville to serve on the Visage Planning Commission Letters can oe addressed to ne attention of Lon Myers Village President at P.O Box 69. 100 East Mam Street. Mbddtevrfte, Ml 49333. Letters of interest will be accept­ ed unW 5 pm August 8 2003. 30 and 40 cents. "As a developer. I support keeping agriculture in big blocks, and keeping housing in smaller blocks. Il would be great to give the farmer the opportunity to sell the devel­ opment rights so the land always stays in agriculture." Trustee Richard Robertson said in this community, only farm land and industrial land was tax positive to the benefit of the tow nship. He said com­ mercial land is perhaps neu­ tral. Tax abatements to indus­ try would leave only farming. Township Supervisor Bryan Harrison said he was concerned about a county millage to provide matching funds for the PDR program. He said Caledonia routinely has more taxes going out than coming back to the township for services. Many millages benefit other areas exclusive­ ly. The township also pays extra for some services, such as sheriff patrols. Before endorsing the pro­ gram. Harrs ion said, he want­ ed to know how many Caledonia farms would quali­ fy. He pointed out there were not many contiguous areas in the township. Wills said the proximity to water and sewer could affect some farms. Harrison said water and sewer was being run to a church along Kraft Avenue, so the Good farm is not far from utilities. The Rodgers farm is also close to a utility line, and the Finkbeiner farm is within a mile of planned utilities. Harrison pointed out that a property tax reduction to farmers could mean a reduc­ tion of tax revenues from farmland, which was earlier promoted as a reason to embrace the program. Hirsch implored the Township Board to give these fanners the opportunity to apply by passing the resolu­ tion. Trustee Bill Bravata said milk and com pices were about the same as they were in the 1960s and ’70s. He said inflation continued to add to the expense of fanning. He said if fanners were paid for what their products were worth, that would be when fanners would start to sur­ vive. "This is a wonderful pro­ gram in that it’s a stopgap.” He said his fear was that this not going to be enough, and if farms went out of busi­ ness in ten years, "with no one left to take over, then what?’’ Hirsch stressed the farms out East were not getting more for milk or com. but the farmers there were thriving. The burden of property taxes had been removed, compared to Michigan taxes based on development values. "Once they're gone they're gone and you'll never get them back. There are a lot of young people in this commu­ nity that would love the opportunity to buy land for ag values and farm. There's no doors open to them." "We in Michigan consume 240 acres of land every single day. Your kids and grandkids will never be able to gel that back." Development is consuming land six times as fast as the population is growing, he said. "This is the first year in the history of the U.S we have imported more fo»*< than we exported. Farmers arc very important. It's the second biggest industry of the state You have a wonderful eleva tor at the heart of town, ami you're saying the farmers right around and closest to you are not important? I think you’re dead wrong." "This is a door that some­ body is working really hard to open for us, and I feel like you guys want to close it." Harrison said he wanted a funding source to be identi­ fied, and criteria established which would assure Caledonia fanners would be eligible. Harrison said the board would not fight them, and in fact he would want to give more than lip service if the resolution was approved. Trustee Wally Bujak said many people would resist another millage. Harrison mentioned possi­ ble competing projects that could work against a PDR millage. Robertson said farmers were taking the biggest risk in not selling to some big devel­ oper in order to keep farm land in production, and moved to support the resolu­ tion. CHARTER TOWNSHIP OF CALEDONIA COUNTY OF KENT, MICHIGAN PUBLIC NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that on August 18, 2003, at 7:00 pm, the Planning Commission of the Charter Township ot Caledonia will hold a public hearing at rhe Caledonia Township and Village Hall. 250 Soerth Maple Street Caledonia Michigan concerning the application of Larry Stauffer to rezone land, from the A Agricultural Dtstnct to the R 2. Medium Density Single Family District, said lands being com monty described as 10173 Duncan Lake Ave , SE and legally described as NW 14 NW 14 EX COM AT NW COR OF SEC TH S 570 FT TH N 21D E 240 FT TH NELY TO N LINE OF SEC 454 FT E OF NW COR OF SEC TH W 454 FT TO BEG’ SEC 32 T5N R10W 37 50 A Al interested persons may attend the pubke hearing and com­ ment upon the proposed rezoning Written comments may be submitted to the Township office at the above stated address, up to the time of the public hearing Dated: July 29. 2003 August 12,2003 PLANNING COMMISSION OF THE CHARTER TOWNSHIP OF CALEDONIA �The Sun and News. Middlevrlle. Tuesday. July 29. 2003/ Page 13 Snowberry Condos planned in Caledonia Twp. by Ruth Zachary Staff Writer Plans for a small site condo project off Snow Avenue, to be known as Snowberry. were reviewed July 21 by the Caledonia Township VILLAGE OF MIDDLEVILLE SYNOPSIS VILLAGE OF MIDDLEVILLE. MICHIGAN COUNCIL MEETING MINUTES JULY 06. 2003 The regular meeting of the Village of Middleville Michigan Council was catted to order at 7 00 pm by Mr Lon Myers Council President of the Village of Middleville. Michigan m the Council Chamber of the Village Hall Members present Mr Floyd Bray. Mrs Dorothy Corson. Mr William Kenyon. Mr Michael Lytle Mr Lon Myers Mr Charles. Pullen and Mrs Manlyn VandenBerg Minutes of the June 24. 2003 meeting were approved as written The Agenda was approved as amended ACTIONS TAKEN 1 Approved Resolution #03-020. Resolution to Approve County Refunding Bonds to Approve First Amendment to Bond Contract and Continuing Disclosure Agreement and to Reaffirm Bond Contract on a motion made by Mr Bray and sup ported by Mr I ytle Roll call vole resulted in all Ayes 2 Approved the invoices dated July 03. 2003 in the amount of $125,367.12 on a motion made by Mr Pullen and supported by Mr < 3 Approved continuation of cur rent practice of requmng Planning Commmsion and Zoning Board of Appeals members to be residents and direct the Village Attorney to determine how to danfy this issue in the future on a motion made by M< Bray and supported by Mrs VandenBerg 4 Accepted the bid from Michigan Asphalt for $141,537.45 for asphalt resurfacing on a motion made by Mr. Bray and supported by Mr Pullen 5 Decided to not contribute to the Community Vis program on a motion made by Mr Bray and sup­ ported by Mrs VandenBerg The motion carried 4-3 with Mr Kenyon. Mr Myers and Mr Pullen voting against it 6 Adjourned the meeting at 7:58 p.m on a motion made by Mr Bray and supported by Mr Kenyon. Respectfully submitted. Rhonda L Fisk. Clerk The complete text of the minutes may be read at the Village Hall between the hours of 9:00 AM and 5:00 PM. Monday through Friday Planning Commission. Owners James and Vickie Austhof were represented by Ron VanSingel of Nederveld Associates. Nine single-family condo units each on at least two acres with 200 feet of road frontage on a private road met the Rural Residential zoning requirement. VanSingel said the road would have a 24 feet base, and 20 feet wide paving of a depth to meet township speci­ fications. There would be a maintenance agreement for the private street Any storage units would match homes. The homes would have pri­ vate wells and septic systems. Some internal detention basins would mainly filter into the soil, though some would flow toward Barber Lake. Rear setbacks were suffi­ cient to separate the homes from surrounding property on the irregularly shaped wood­ ed lots. Home sites were planned so each would be on the highest points of elevation on the lots. Trees more than 12 inches in diameter were to be protected as part of restric­ tive covenants within the development. Homes would not be visible from Snow Avenue. VanSingel said. This conceptual prelimi­ nary plan was approved. At the regular site plan review, contingencies could still be found, and all other agency approvals are to be supplied at the time of final review. Site condos do not require public bearing or notice. In other business, the com­ missioners denied a special use request by Greg Helder to build a 40x96 feet accessory building to replace another sized 26x40 feet on a 5.5 acre parcel on 84th Street. Helder contracts to build greenhouses. The proposed hoop bam structure would have been used to house equipment used in a business conducted on various job sites, and operated out of another location. He also Community First 4-H Club would like to thank all our 2003 buyers for all your support at this years Barry Co. Fair. Planned cuts to state’s Title I funding restored by Senate The U.S. Senate has reversed proposed cuts and restored funding to Michigan’s Title I allocation for fiscal year 2003, ensuring that the state remains eligible to receive $420,799,581 in aid to high-poverty schools and early-learning programs. U.S. Senators Debbie Stabenow (D-MI) and Carl Le.in (D-Ml) announced. “Because of mid-year for­ mula adjustments based on the 2(MM) 09*99, lhe U.S. Department of Education would have cut Title I fund­ ing to Michigan. Mary land and Iowa in the current fiscal year." Stabenow said. “The Senate’s action on Thursday ensures that Michigan’s Title I eligibility will not be cut by $700,000 in the middle of the fiscal year.” ’ “Title I programs histori­ cally have provided crucial assistance to our schools as they work to help all children teach high academic stan­ dards." said Levin. “The reversal of the proposed cuts is a victory for our youth in Michigan who benefit great­ ly from this funding." The senators noted that the cuts were based on census data that showed changes in the number of poverty-level students in the three affected states. Although the data was available to the Education Department in February, it was not revealed to Congress until April, after a suppie­ mental appropriations bill had already been approved. Thursday’s action on a sec­ ond supplemental appropria­ tions bill restores the cuts the PUBLIC NOTICE The Village of Middleville Village Council has can­ celled its regularly scheduled August 12, 2003, meeting date The new meeting date of the Village Council will be held on Wednesday. August, 2003, at 7 p.m. at the Village Hall located at 100 East Main Street, Middleville. Michigan. keeps a few cattle in the cur­ rent structure. Commissioners thought Helder should first apply for a Home Based Business permit and either approve or deny the request under that process. The denial does not pre­ clude Helder coming back if he takes the other avenue, although the building request­ ed is larger than allowed under current use. and could still be turned down. Carpenter Plumbing Way-Lund Farms McKeown & Kraal CPA Bull Creek Veterinary Services Applegate Inc. 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Every year I million Americans develop skin can cer due to sun exposure. It takes just one severe sunburn before the age of 20 to double your risk of getting skin can cer. Peak burning hours are between IO a.m. to 4 p.m. During this time it is impor­ tant to protect your skin from the sun's rays. If children are playing in direct sunlight, have them take “shade breaks” for 15 minutes every hour to get relief from the sun. If children are playing in the water have them wear tshirts on top of bathing suits. Apply a sun screen to chil­ dren over 6 months of age 30 minutes before going outside, even on overcast days,. Babies under 6 months should not be exposed to the sun. Reapply sun screen after water play. Even waterproof sunscreen needs to be reap­ plied every two hours. Children can become dehydrated quickly when they play actively outside in the hot sun. Make sure the children have access to drink­ ing water while they are out See SUN SAFETY, pg. 18 �The Sun and News MiddieviHe. Tuesday. July 29. 2003' Page 15 Donations urged as disaster relief fund dwindles Over recent months, the role of provider has been reversed for the American Red Cross. The organization known for rushing aid to more than 600.000 disaster victims each year is now in need of its own assistance as finances from its Disaster Relief Fund have reached a critical low. The Disaster Relief Fund enables the Red Cross to deliver many of the organi­ zation's critical services. It’s through the fund that those affected by disasters receive shelter, food, water, and a shoulder to lean on as they regain their footing in life. The fund is not a reserve, though, and needs to be con- stand y replenished by dona­ tions to ensure that the Red Cross can rush disaster relief anywhere in the nation at any time. This fiscal year, the account has been steadily drained by hundreds of small but costly disasters. These “silent disasters,” such as residential fires, often go unnoticed by national media and therefore, do not gener­ ate financial contributions While their scale may seem small compared to larger nat­ ural disasters, the impact is just as devastating to the families affected and the need for Red Cross assis­ tance is equally vital. On June 30. 2003. the Services for the American United States, regardless of that make it possible for us to Red Cross. “Those are both the community’s ability to help those in need.” The need to replenish this major disaster threats. Last raise funds. It is through year, the Red Cross spent donations that the public can low cash balance will force $15.8 million responding to help ensure their neighbor­ the Red Cross to consider Hurricane Lili and Tropical hoods are safer and that the which disaster services the Storm Isidore and $8.1 mil­ Red Cross will be there to American Red Cross must lion on western wildfires. help when disasters hit curtail. 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Your local American Red the American Red Cross, the public.” said Evans. which serves both Calhoun “Now. more than ever, we Cross is a United Way and Branch County, has pro­ are relying on the American Program Delivery Partner. vided services to the victims people to donate the funds of three separate fires, just in the past week. They also pro­ vided assistance to recent tornado victims. Disasters can occur in any community , any time - they don’t discriminate. The Red Cross responds to these dis­ while they are still under­ asters each day across the way. • Indian River is the home of the largest crucifix in the world, the Cross in the Wood*. • Isle Royale National Park shelters one of the largest moose herds remain­ ing in the United States. Having sold our farm will sell the following located: • The Upper Michigan South of Grand Rapids or north of Kalamazoo on US-131 to 84lh Si. exit. east to 4535 84th St. or north ot Caledonia on M-37 to 84th St. then west. 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According to Barb, the only events that were fenced at this particular World Cup event were men’s and women’s Division i sabre, and the women’s Division I foil. Fencing is a family affair with the Nemeceks. The WMFA, is a non-profit 5O1c3 corporation, which is run by a board of directors and volun­ teers. Samantha’s parents, Mike and Barb Nemccek. of Alto, arc not only behind their daughter in the fencing field. Mike is the head coach of WMFA and Barb is the office manager. Mike’s brother. Brian, is vice president of the board and assistant coach. A nephew. Matthew, also fences with the academy. To clarify for those not familiar with fencing weaponry, there are three types of weapons in fencing. The sabre is a thrusting and slicing weapon. It has a blade that starts as three-sided near the handle that becomes four­ sided near the tip. It is most often likened to a calvary type of ‘sword.’ Currently, it is an Olympic sport for men only. The £pee is a thrusting weapon. Touches are made only with the tip and are gen­ erally calculated through electric means. Touches are considered in the whole of the body. This event is an Olympic sport for both men and women The foil weapon is for thrusting as well. The general public is most familiar with this weapon as a “three mus­ keteers sword." The foil may or may not be hooked to an electric means of touch calcu­ lation. especially for begin­ ners. In foil, touch is counted only in the torso area. There are many rules to this type of fencing, but the main issue is that of “right of way.” which is the right to attack. This type of weapon requires excellent technique. Historically the foil was the training weapon for the epee It is an Olympic sport for both sexes. "In Sam’s pool bout, she fenced a girl from France. Poland. Greece. Puerto Rico, and Russia," said Barb. "She beat Puerto Rico and Greece. She got touches on every­ body. all of the women. She had good enough indicators to go into the elimination round." Barb explained what indi­ cators are in fencing competi­ tion. "For every touch that you score or that gets scored on you. at the end of the event they add up your victories. From the victories you go into the touches you scored and subtract the touches scored against. That's what gives you an indicator." In her first crack at this world level Sam was one of only 10 women from the United States, out of 30, who advanced to the second day or round of 64 fencers. It seems very complicated how the competitors are chosen. The top 16 in the world don’t even Samantha Nemecek have to show up for the pools (first) day. Plus 16 get auto­ matic (entries) from the pools. The remaining had to challenge in a direct elimina­ tion bout. "Sixty-four (fencers) in a world cup is significant." Barb said. "If you get 32nd or higher you get national points. Internationally, if you get 64 or higher, you get international points. The first day (June 13) was preliminary rounds (or) pools." said Sam. "You had to win all your bouts or a major­ ity to get into the second day. (Only) the top 70% (make it). It was just amazing. I can't even explain how it fell.” "Her first bout, on the sec­ ond day, was against the number one seed in the world (where you place is an actual numerical value)," explained her mom. Barb. "(An] Italian that ultimately ended up tied for third. Sam ended up tied for 63rd out of 118." Barb clarified that there were 118 women from around the world who competed in New York City. With her 63rd placement, Samantha now possesses an internation­ al point standing. "Fencing was totaling dif- Introducing... Ed's New Complete Truck Glass Service! Quality Auto Glass Quality Service at an affordable price Mobile Service Direct Insurance Billing Certified Technicians 100% SATISFACTION GUARANTEED There’s No Substitute For Quality... 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He was there somewhat for (my) confi­ dence. He helped me remem­ ber some of the things we had talked about back here in GR. “Some of the things he helps me out with are some relaxation techniques, to help me relax and he also taught me visualization techniques. “It was so fabulous! I did better than I ever expected. I exceeded all my expecta­ tions." "For anyone who would like to check out all the results, they can go to at www.usfencing.org," said Barb. Not a bad standing for a 16-year-old heading into her junior year at Caledonia High School. The average age of the women fencers was mid20s. Fencing is regarded as a very mentally challenging and emotional sport with most competitors not reach­ ing their emotional maturity until later. But. as if the World Cup wasn’t enough. Nemecek traveled with her parents and two other fencers from the Academy. Sandy Weir and Craig Budzynski, to the Summer Nationals in Austin. Texas, the first week of July. The United States Fencing Association hosts the Summer National competi­ tion. "The first event that I fenced when I got dow n there was the 16 and under." This is the Cadet event, where she took fifth out of 115 challengers. "The second event I fenced was the Division II, which is the Women's Foil. The fencers earn a certain rating over time to rate how gixxl they are. The very best rating is an A," explained Sam. (Ratings are from A down to E and then jump to U as Unrated.) "There is no differentiating between male and female," she said. "This rating applies to everyone. Ratings C and below are the only ones that can fence in Division II." Barb remarked that because it was Sam’s goal to only give away seven touches during the Division II con­ tention. As it was, she only gave away five. This is when that “indicator” is very impor­ tant. Going into that tourna­ ment Nemecek was seeded as fourth, coming out of that pool, she was first and kept that standing in Division II. (Out of 134 women.) Samantha earned the national champion in the Division II event which secured her a B rating. The ironic part is that by earning the B rating, she can no longer fence in Division II events "In the third event, 1 fenced the 19 and under which is the junior - UI9." She scored 15th out of 89 competitors. Nemecek also earned 22nd out of 44 in Division I. "You have to have senior national points (most are rated As or Bs) to compete in Division I (the highest in the land). That’s where the Olympians fence." Nemecek had previ­ ous Division I senior points, from a competition in Kansas, where she finished 25th in the top 12 "It was more than I could have ever imagined. It was amazing medaling in one event, let alone two." said Sam. "That was so great. I never, ever expected that. That wasn't even a goal. Of course it’s a drcam but it was never a goal." I also got to give my dad a medal and that was the best part of the tournament. The national champion gets a medal to give her coach. It was so wonderful to be able to give that to my dad. It was definitely one of the best parts of the tournament. Samantha credits her par­ ents for a lot of her success. "I couldn’t have done any of it without them. They do the grunt work. I do the easy stuff. I fence." In addition to Samantha's medals and Mike’s first coaching medal, the academy scored several other kudos. Sandy Weir took 12th in the veterans’ category and Craig Budzynski. a junior from Forest Hills Northern, took 99th exit of 106 in Division 1A. 75th out of 131 in Cadet. I()7th out of I U in ( 19 .ind 157th out of 243rd in Division II. all regarded as respectable achievements in this sport. The academy remains open during the summer for open fencing for those who have previous fencing abililtties. They will start regular classes again in September. Beginner classes are six weeks "try it" classes for those 8 years old and above. Other classes are year-long sessions for begin­ ning youths (through May), year-long (through June) for the intermediate and advanced youths. All adult classes are six-week long classes. Open fencing is Mondays and Thursdays from 7 to 9 p.m. The WMFA now has a ros ter of approximately 50 youth (including two others who are Caledonia students) and 25 adults. With the “try if’ class­ es they have about 120 fencers coming through the doors. A member is consid­ ered someone who fences rather consistently. The academy is located at 1111 Godfrey Ave. SW in Grand Rapids. For more information about the compe­ titions mentioned above, classes at WMFA or fencing in genera,! contact the acade­ my at www.wmfa.org or 616-245-5104 GREAT BASEBALL. GREAT FANS. GREAT FUN. BATTLE CREEK YANKEES CATCH THE YANKEES AUG. 2 - BALLPARK BINGO AUG. 12 — DOG DAYS Bring Your Dog AUG. 15 - TEAM CARD SET NIGHT See the stars of tomorrow play today at C.O. Brown Stadium www.battlecreekyonkees.com • 269.660.2287 �Flying Aces wow KDL Caledonia library set by Cathy Rueter Staff Writer Young patrons of the Caledonia Branch of the Kent District Library received a treat last Thursday when they were favored with a show by the Flying Aces Professional Frisbee Team. Due to space limitations, the show was held at the Caledonia Township Hall. Though the weather coop­ erated nicely in warmth (the show was outdoors) the light wind made a few Frisbees go awry. Still, two of the Flying Aces members. Brian Hayes and Greg Nelson, not only showed the more than 140 youngsters and their parents some basic moves to try, they also gave an incredible show of some very fancy action with the discs. Audience participation was encouraged with a few tricky performances (spinning a Frisbee on one finger and THEN passing it to the next person) and a good-natured contest of ages. Basic instructions, such as under the leg or behind the back, were not only talked about, information was left with Youth Librarian. Tisha Wells, that demonstrates the rudimentary elements to Frisbee throwing. Games and competition Hillary Smith. 10. a fifth-grader at Northern Trails, gets a bit of help to start the “one finger spin" relay from Greg Nelson (right). She then passed the Fnsbee. still spin­ ning. onto Lauren Clark. 9. a fourth-grader and Nick Memmelaar. 10. a fifth-grader, both at Dutton Christian. Study: on-farm environmental program builds better farm stewards Brian Hayes demonstrates a simple “pancake" catch for the Caledonia - KDL Summer Reading Program Flying Aces Frisbee show. information were left with her team, ultimate and ‘Guts’ are as well. Contests such as just a portion of the many bits of information known to the professional team. Terms like double disc court, discathon and game zone can be found on these pages of informa­ tion. As a bonus to the Frisbee throwing, a hackey-sack HOURS: champion was on hand to M-Th Sam-^pm ; Fri. 5nin-8pni demonstrate the sport that has Sot. 8am-2|nn; Siiii.Qtiiii-.'iptii made a rousing comeback in the past several years, espe­ 9175 Cherry Valiev, Ste. K cially among the school age Caledonia. 891-2994 set. For their finale. Brian and Written Labor Warranty Greg put together a demon­ Quality work at competitive prices stration. set to music, of more Senior Citizen difficult, and some downright Licensed Discounts impossible, moves to wow and insured their audience. For more information about this and other summer reading programs at the Caledonia Branch of the Kent Tear-offs & Re-roofs District Library, call them at ALL STAR ROOFING 647-3840. Results from a recent Michigan State University (MSU) study show one of the state’s on-farm risk assessment tools Farm*A*Syst is helping Michigan remain proactive and successful in preventing agriculture-related pollution and preserving our state's vital natural resources,’” said Dan Wyant, director of the Michigan Department of Agriculture (MDA). According to Wyant, the program is administered by MDA's Michigan Ground­ water Stewardship Program. Groundwater technicians located in conservation dis­ trict and MSU Extension RESIDENTIAL ROOFING SPECIALIST offices across the state work one-on-one with farmers to identify potential risks to water resources and then assist them in adopting effec­ tive and practical solutions to those risks. 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Stabenow said. “I am proud of that role and pleased to support the Great Lakes Restoration Grant Program, which addresses critical issues of funding, funding priorities, state involvement and over­ all coordination, and allows us to help meet those respon­ sibilities." In addition to authorizing up to $600 million a year in annual funding, the legisla­ tion establishes two special panels - the Great Lakes Advisory Board, which would set priorities for grants and review grant applications, and the Great Lakes Federal Coordinating Council, which would ensure that federal agencies are not duplicating efforts or work­ ing at cross-purposes on Great Lakes projects. The legislation guarantees that every Great Lakes state would get at least one project each year, and it caps the amount that any one state could receive at 30 percent of the annual funding. The bill sets cleanup of contami­ nated sediments, restoration of wetlands, and control and prevention of invasive species as the top priority issues to be addressed by grants in the first year of funding. “This legislation provides a role for the key spokesper­ sons on Great Lakes issues Great Lakes governors, mas­ ons. federal agencies. Native American tribes, environ­ mentalists. industry repre­ sentatives and Canadian observers." Stabenow said. “It sets initial priorities for addressing Great Lakes issues, but it also allows flex­ ibility to meet new problems that may arise. “This important legislation gives us the funding and the tools we need to address almost all of the major prob­ lems facing the Great Lakes today, and I will work hard for its passage.” BLACK TOPSOIL Screened or Unscreened Sand, Gravel, Crushed Concrete GET ALL THE NEWS OF BARRY COUNTY! Subscribe to the DOZER WORK Stumps, Clearing, Driveways Hastings Banner. 1L>X>P7,1 tiu 269-795-7830 more information. Cd// 945-9554 for J The Middleville 10-and-under Design Wear team celebrates its 4-3 win over the Detroit Eagles at Marshall July 12 in district play The team played in regional action last weekend in Huntington. Ind. Middleville 10-and-under team to face nations’ best by Brett Bremer Sports Editor The 10-and-under champi­ on of the South Central Michigan Youth Baseball League (SCMYBL), Middleville Design Wear, took the next step the week­ end of July 12 by going 3-1 in district play to advance to last weekend’s Regionals in Huntington, Ind. The Middleville team left Wednesday, July 16, after learning they’d received a first round bye in the 12 team, double elimination regional tournament. Winners of the eight regionals around the country advance to the American Amateur Baseball Conference championships in San Juan, Puerto Rico. The group of 13 youngsters from Middleville has gone 26-3 so far this summer play­ ing in the SCMYBL and against a number of other traveling teams in other tour­ nament play. “These kids share the same halls, the same classrooms. They’re hometown kids hav­ ing a ball playing baseball." said Coach Rick Arnett. “It’s been quite a ride so far. It’s exciting for a bunch of 10 year old boys, and almost as exciting for the parents." Teams from Middleville also won the SCMYBL 12and-under (Thornapple Financial Center) and 14-andunder divisions (Dan Valley Excavating/Bruce’s Frame & Alignment). Both teams com­ peted in district tournaments the weekend of July 19. "For Middleville baseball it’s the start of something new . Coach (Tom) Enslen has had a lot to do with it.” Enslen has one season under his belt with the TK varsity baseball team, and now is participating with the younger kids. He has sons on the Design Wear 10-andunder team and on Middleville’s 14-and-under team. “The league has steadily progressed the past couple of years,” said Enslen. “I would bet the farm that this has never happened,” he said of the three teams from Middleville advancing to dis­ trict play. Enslen’s son Robbie was at the center of the action in the 10-and-under team's final district game. In the sixth and final inning, Robbie worked his way safely through a pickle play between third and home to score the game winning run. 4-3, over the Detroit Eagles With three teams heading into the post season. Enslen said ”lt says an awful lot about the future of baseball here. As varsity coach, I couldn’t be more excited about it." While the coaches sec skills and confidence building the kids are still just playing a game. “They go out and play ball and have fun," said Arnett of his kids. “They're too young to understand the full concept of how special it is.” That’s the way it should be. 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New Villa Micro Brewery _ .Cl. . . Villa Sampler Tray j (trilled Piua Rain Barrd Brrw <Laser* Cream' Rm»< Beer & HoaU ’(“OFF GROW (1/2 GALLON) Ik ■ S5°°OFF KEG SEER “■■i ; GREAT FOR PARTIES i GATHERINGS ! 1 lb. naked I'olaUt 9175 Cherry V alley Mon -Thun 11 a m -8 30 p m ; Fri 8: Sal 11 a m.-9 p m . sun 11 a m 2 30 p m. 4611 N. M-37 Hwy. • MiddUvilk • 795 3640* 891 1237 616-891-2928 �Page 20/The Sun and News Middleville. Tuesday, July 29. 2003 More time granted for public comment on state election changes Secretary of State Terri Lynn Land has announced that the deadline for public comment about the state plan to improve elections has been extended to the end of the month. The plan is required under the Help America Vote Act (HAVA) and is posted on the department’s Web site at w w w ,Mi yhigaiLgp Michigan stands to receive about $45 million in HAVA funding this year. This will allow the state to replace out­ dated voting equipment and ensure voters with disabili­ ties have access at the polls, as well as making it easier for voters who are living out­ side the country, including military personnel stationed overseas, to vote in a timely fashion. The 71-page document outlines how the state will meet HAVA’s technology and election administration requirements, budget and monitor the funds received, adopt voting system guide­ lines consistent with the new federal requirements, edu­ cate voters and poll workers. adopt performance measures and meet other specified requirements and criteria. “We have received some excellent suggestions that are being incorporated into the plan. It is clear that people are giving the matter senous thought," Land said. “Public input is at the heart of this process, and it is important we provide residents with ample opportunity to com­ ment." When responding, resi­ dents are asked to clearly identify the sections of the plan they are commenting on Some things are meant to be a certain way... Like insurance from Pioneer State Mutual • Comprehensive coverage for homes and vehicles • Discounts for insuring both your home and car • Quick claims response and sound advice It s the way insurance should be STAUFFER & WIGGERS INSURANCE AGENCY 612 E Main St • Caledonia Ml 49316 616 891 9294 wwinmum by page number. Comments may be e-mailed to the department at HAVAptan® michigan.gov. Comments sent by U.S. mail should be addressed to the Michigan Department of State. Bureau of Ejections. Attn: HAVA Plan. P.O. Box 20126. Lansing. MI 48910-0726. Residents with questions may call the Bureau of Elections at (517) 373-2540. Once the public-com­ ment period ends July 31. the plan will be revised as necessary and submitted for publication in the Federal Register. State scrambles driver’s test to deter fraud Secretary of State Terry Lynn Land recentlyannounced that a new dri­ ver’s license testing proce­ dure will enhance security and lessen the chances of fraud, especially important concerns in an era of height­ ened national security. Residents age 18 and over applying for their first dri­ ver’s license or a commercial driver’s license (CDL) will be given a written knowl­ edge test generated by com­ puter. Applicants at a Secretary of State branch office will be handed a test whose ques­ tions have been chosen ran­ domly from a computer data­ base. This ensures that no two tests are the same. Land explained that computer­ generated tests will improve efforts to eliminate driver’s license fraud and reduce costs for the Department of State. Computer-generated tests are now in place at all Secretary of State branch offices after being success­ fully piloted in January . Previously, the number of different versions of each exam was limited due to the need to keep a secured inventory of tests and answer keys. The computer-generat­ ed tests eliminate the need for an inventory and allow for an almost limitless num­ ber of test variations because the computer draws from a large pool of questions. Test questions are reviewed and updated as needed. Residents applying for an original driver’s license are given a 40-question, multi­ ple-choice test to assess their understanding of basic traffic laws and safe driving prac­ tices. CDL applicants are given a 50-question. multi­ ple-choice. general knowl­ edge test. Additional tests are required if the commercial vehicle is equipped with air brakes, or if the driver will be operating a tanker or dou­ ble tanker, hauling hazardous materials, or is responsible for transporting 16 or more people. The new testing proce­ dures does not apply to Michigan residents under age 18. Teen drivers fulfill state testing requirements through the Michigan Graduated Driver Licensing program GET ALL THE NEWS OF BARRY COUNTY! Subscribe to the Hastings Banner. Call 9459554 for more information. IT’S COMMERCIAL-FREE LISTENING FOR YOUR FAMILY CLEAN featuring Focus on the Family and Insight for Living. Find us at www.wcsg.org or call 1-800-968-4543. •u ;s m amsir 9 (ano-rmi. «tjit MUSIC TO � https://barrycountyhistoryportal.org/files/original/25/713/SunandNews_2003-08-05.pdf 89b735d639920da89517b957ac05dd96 PDF Text Text WISTMGS PUBLIC UBRART 121$ CHURCH ST HASMIGS Ml 4$058-l«3 ... Your Hometown Newspaper Serving Middleville and Caledonia Areas Explore the future of Middleville at a August 12 vision session by Patricia Johns Staff Writer The public is invited to attend a “vision session" facilitated by the national consulting firm Hyett/Palma to develop a new vision for downtown Middleville. The meeting is sponsored by the Blueprint Process committee. The community session will try to answer questions on how the downtown area would be different in six years. Participants will be asked to talk about the results of a partafrship to develop the downtown area. There will be questions about how downtown build­ ings will be used and who the customers for goods and 132nd year Published by J-Ad Graphics. Inc. No. 32/August 5, 2003 services will be. Participants will also describe the image they would want the downtown area to have by 2008. This meeting will be held in the Thomapple Kellogg Middle School cafeteria on Tuesday. Aug. 12 from 78:30 n.m. Hyett/Palma representa­ tives will be meeting with the process committee, talking with downtown leaders and with the mayor and council on Aug. 12 as well. Representatives will also be touring the village, meet­ ing with community service organizations and meeting with staff while they are in the area between Aug. 12-15. Work continues on Caledonia's replacement high school As bricks and mortar are put into place, the new Caledonia High School takes on a definite shape. The location is looking more like a school campus and less like a construction site. As the beginning of the 2003-04 school year nears, work continues to progress on the replacement high school. The new school, as well as that of the second middle school, is scheduled to be open for the 2004-05 school year. Insurance firm changes for Thornapple Twp. employees New view of the 50 Workers were rolling out the new sports turf at Boo White Stadium tn Middleville last week They were more than halt way down the field on Thursday revea* ng the Trojan logo at midfield The held will be ready for play when football practice begins on Monday, August 11. The high school marching band will make its way onto the field for the first time Aug. 13. bv Patricia Johns ’ Staff Writer Following a presentation of Phil Routzahn and Henry Bledsoe of Benefit Management Administrators, Inc., the Thomapple Township Board of Trustees decided to go with a new insurance plan. This change affects full time employees. The new plan is considered to be more flexible and will help the township cope with the increases which are continu­ ing in health costs. This new plan will have the same benefits employees cur­ rently receive, including den­ tal and vision coverage. The Emergency Services building is on schedule. The committee will be interview­ ing three suppliers of office and household furniture. The Depot Committee has met with architects from Winter Troutwine and has asked for an estimate of costs to preserve the building where it is located compared This change affects full time employees. The new plan is considered to be more flexible and will help the township cope with the increases which are continuing in health costs. to the cost of moving and pre­ serving it. The Middleville Rotary Club has pledged $3,(XX) to help preserve the Depot. Leaking faucets at Mt. Hope and Parmalcc cemeter­ ies will be fixed and leaking water in the basement of the Depot will be corrected. The next regular meeting of the Thomapple Township Board is Monday, August 11 at 7 p.m. In This Issue Heritage Days entertainment to fill downtown Middleville Sept. 5 TK High resumes classes August 26 CMS students return from Young Ambassadors with much to tell ‘FORE’ Our Library’ still needs holes �Page 2/The Sun and News. Middleville August 5, 2003 TORE! Our Library’ still needs holes Professor Pickles, right, confers with Caledonia Branch (KDL) Youth Librarian Tisha Wells before he introduces his funny friends in ‘ProfessorPickles Traveling Road Show.' ‘Professor Pickles’ travels to Caledonia by Cathy Rutter Staff Writer “Professor Pickle’s Traveling Road Show" trav­ eled to Caledonia as its final destination Iasi week, wrap­ ping up the Caledonia Branch's (KDL) Summer Reading program. Maggie McDaniel. Plainfield Branch youth area staff, and Diane Forbes, pro­ gramming assistant for Kent District Library, wrote the original play complete with song lyrics, goofy gags and jokes and some very funny friends. The two women have been traveling to various KDL branch libraries bringing their giggles along the way. From study hall to science lab, set the scene with style from tj Contempt) Salon! Guys’ Highlights W/CUt $30.00 Gals’ Highlights $10.00 OFF COUPON EXPIRES 9-50-03 COUPON EXPIRES 9-30-03 JL1 ^ONTEMPO cS^LON 616-891-1095 9551 Cherry Valley, Caledonia Village Centre • AVEDA • REDKEN • NIOXIN • More than 120 children and their parents attended the finale at the Township Hall due to space limitations at the present Caledonia branch. For information about the Summer Reading Program or other events upcoming on the Caledonia - KDL calendar call 616-647-3840. NEWEST CITIZEN ANNOUNCED BOY, Isaiah Jon Postma, bom at home on June 5. 2003 at 2:43 a.m. to Phil and Jeanne (Hofstra) Postma of Middleville. Weighing 9 lbs. 8 ozs. and 20 3/4 inches long. Welcomed home by big sis­ ters. Sabriah Faith and Ellyana Eleise, big brother. Jordan Josiah, proud grand­ parents. Don and Marcia Hofstra of Anchorage. Alaska, Marty and Lou Nivison of Hamilton. r CONGRATllATIONS TOM & AMY B GROWERS Just West on M-37 19197 We will be dosed Friday, Aug. Sth & Saturday. Aug. 9th fur a wedding. We will re-open o« Moodat, Hth. J NEW HOURS! Mondoy-Scturdoy - 9 am. to 6 p m. Mm MIMWIlt_________ Stop in and see our products for Qrub Mosquito, and 'Japenes^ geetie Control Premium Baskets $5M - *8" Hostel's DAYS ARE HERE $1.00 Off 4" Annuals 99C au Hosta s h 4” Ground Cover 99C by Patricia Johns Staff Writer The Friends of the Caledonia Library need some handy people with imagina­ tion to create putt putt golf holes for a fundraiser this September. Local businesses and individuals are needed to help support this fund-raising event. The Friends are sponsoring a "FORE! Our Library" miniature golf outing celebra­ tion scheduled for the week­ ends of Sept. 12-14 and Sept. 19-21. Sponsors are needed to create miniature golf holes. The friends hope to have at least nine (18 would be even better) holes designed, using one of four runway plans. Each runway fits in a threeby nine-foot space. The committee has a list of course, regulations, restric­ tions and tips for businesses or individuals interested in creating a hole for this fund­ raiser. Company names should be located somewhere on the hole and the committee hopes that businesses use their imaginations to have the hole reflect what they offer. Each hole will be entered in a "FORE! Our Library" contest. Categories for the contest include the best use of materials, silliest, most color­ ful. most creative, etc. Caledonia Library Director Jane Heiss says. "This should be a really fun and family ori­ ented w ay to raise money for our new library . The course will be located on the new library site." The committee has plans available. Please call the library at 616-647-3840 for more information. In addition, the committee is looking for sponsors to donate prizes, funds and vol­ unteers. Sponsors will be list­ ed on a brochure. Volunteers are also needed to work on the fundraiser in September. For information. call Heiss at 647-3840. Local singer to perform at Celebrate Wyoming festival this weekend Dorothy Cooley. of Caledonia, will be performing at the Celebrate Wyoming festival on Saturday, Aug. 9 from 5 to 6 p.m. on the main entertainment stage She received her training from Grand Rapids Community College and Western Michigan University's School of Music with a background in jazz and classical music. Cooley has performed with the Grand Rapids Opera Chorus and Symphony Chorus and recently placed as a finalist in the Ithaca School of Music Choral Composition Contest. She is also an active member of the Nashville Songwriters Association International. According to Dorothy Cooley her musical biography, she is an ambitious, acoustic guitar and piano player. Her musical approach ranges from bawdy and irreverent to sublimely sensitive. Her jazz, scat and blues roots flavor her folk and new country offerings in fresh and intriguing ways. Echoing w ith the resonance of maturity. Dorothy's voice says, "Been there, done that. And you can bet I have a take on it." Cooley’s interests include that of romance novelist, par ent. nature lover, golfer and "light-hearted male basher." She counts Mel Torme. Carol King and Harry Chapin as her most telling musical influ ences.She brings life Io her songs and songs to her life, according to printed literature about the singer. Cooley may be reached at dorothycooley@yahoo.com or by phoning 616-698-2064. TK grad earns honors Elizabeth Hillman of Middleville has been award­ ed an Honorary Undergrad­ uate Scholar Award by the New England Psychological Association. A 2000 gradu­ ate of Thomapple Kellogg High School, she was recog­ nized by the association for her academic achievement and her contributions to psy­ chological studies. In her academic program at Gordon College in Wenham, Mass., Hillman conducted research and co­ authored several papers in the field of psychology and moral development. Her research has been presented at the 2(X)2 annual confer­ ence of the Association of Moral Education and the Critical Issues Conference of the Coalition of Christian Colleges and Universities. Hillman, along with four other undergraduate students from New England, will be honored for their achieve­ ment at the annual meeting of the New England Psychological Association in November. The daughter of Dennis and the late Vicki Hillman of Middleville, she will com­ plete her undergraduate degree this December. movie OUTPOST YIDfO SUPCRSTORC Glen Valley Retail Center M-37 891-9303 Open Weekdays 10 am to 11 pm & midnight on Fri. & Sat. Everything else store is 20% Off! hhioyie sale i IIIUTIC outpost UU I rw I I sidewalk August 29th-30th Floral Shop Available for all those special occaisons with delivery available! Rent One Movie or Game and I • Previewed Movies and Games get a second rental FREE j all discounted. with this coupon. I • Movie and Game Accessories Good Sunday thru Thursday EVERY TUESDAY - SENIOR CITIZENS DAY 1O% OFF ALL PURCHASES! Phone: 269.795.7674 • Floral Shop 269-795-0239 - Offer good at Caledonia location Free rental of equal or lesser value One coupon per vtsrt please. Expires 9/2/03 Product Id: SunAd I I reduced. • Games and prizes. • Face Painting. �The Sun and News. MiddtevHle. August 5/ Page 3 Financial Focus Heritage Days entertainment to fill downtown Middleville Furnished by Drew McFadden of Edward Jones and Co. • (616) 891-1173 Make sure you know what your 457 plan offers If you work for a state or local government you may be able to contribute to a retirement account known as a 457(b) plan. If you have such a plan, consider your­ self fortunate, because it's a great way to help build assets for retirement. But 457(b) plan provisions can vary between plans, so you'll want to know exactly what your plan offers - and how you can take full advantage of it. All 457(b) plans offer some key tax advantages to participants. Your earnings grow tax-deferred, which means your money will accumulate faster than it would if it were placed in an investment on which you pay taxes every year. Plus, you typically make “pre-tax’’ contributions to a 457(b) plan, so your adjusted gross income will be reduced. allow you to exceed the nor­ mal pre-tax contribution limit. In 2003. that limit is $12.000. along with a $2,000 catch-up" contribution, for a total of $14,000. Both the normal contribution limit and the catch-up limit will increase every year until 2006. • Portability - Your gov­ ernmental 457(b) plan is now more "portable" - so you can pretty much take it w ith you wherever you go. You can now "roll over" your plan's assets to an IRA or to your new employer’s tax-qualified plan, such as a 401 (k) or a 403(b). There are other types of 457 plans. State and local governments may offer a 457(b) to all employees, while tax-exempt organiza­ tions might offer a different 457(b) to upper management and highly-compensated employees. To complicate matters, both types of employers can offer a 457(f) plan - sometimes called a "top-hat" plan - to top-level employees. The pre-tax con­ tribution limit is the same for both types of 457(b) plans. However, if you work for a tax-exempt group, rather than the government, your 457(b) plan does not offer the "catch-up" provision, or the rollover provision. If you have questions about your 457 plan, contact your plan administrator or your tax adviser. Learn as much as you can about your plan - and then put it to work on your behalf. Also, you typically have a choice of several different types of investments with which to fund your 457(b) plan. But beyond these basic similarities, there are some important variations between the plans - and you might need to know these differ­ ences. because some employers can offer a 457(b) plan - plus a 403(b). If you are offered a 403(b) along with your 457(b) plan, you have some interesting options. You could split your contributions between the plans - or. if you can afford it. you could put in the maxi­ mum to both plans. If you choose to participate in both plans, you could gain some plan-specific advantages. For example, a 403(b) plan provides less restrictive hardship withdrawal provi­ sions. while a 457(b) plan allows you to make penaltyfree withdrawals from your account after you leave your job and before you tum 59 1/2. (These penalty-free withdrawals do not apply to amounts you may have rolled over to your 457(b) from other plans.) It’s nice to have a choice of retirement plans - but even if you just have a 457(b) plan, you can benefit from some attractive new features, thanks to new tax laws. Consider the following: • "Catch-up" contributions - If you have a governmental 457(b) plan, and you're 50 or over, you can now make "catch-up" contributions that CALL Aj'JYTJj'jJS M! 5U)'J a rJLW'J CLASSIFIED ADS. Phone 269-945-9554 24 Hours a Day-7 Days a Week The Friday evening enter­ tainment for the Middleville Heritage Days on Sept. 5. takes place from 6-9:30 p.m. and is to be hosted by the 2003 Miss Barry County Miranda Covey . Entertainers scheduled for this year are the groups In His Name. Bought and Paid For. the four part harmony of The Inspirations, the Gun Lake Church Choir and Band and concluding with the contem­ porary band sounds of “Upside Down Larry .” The Heritage Days Committee will be selling popcorn, pop and water. Everyone should bring lawn chairs. On Saturday. Sept. 6. the day begins with the 5K race walk, followed by a parade at 10 a m. The tractor puli is scheduled for noon This year there will be a waterball contest between area fire departments compet­ ing for a color television for their fire hall. Firefighters will also be competing in a pie eating contest this year. New this year is a petting zoo for younger children and laser tag for the older kids. In addition the committee has completed new games for the children’s area. A record number of people have registered for the car show. Liquidation SALE! Watch out for bats Barry County Animal Control is getting lots of calls from residents about bats. It is really important that resi­ dents avoid contact with bats, staff said. If a bat bites a resident or a pet. it is important to hold onto the bat so that it can be tested for rabies. Pets may have to be quarantined for six months if the bat is not avail­ able for testing. Most bats are beneficial, eating thousands of insects each night. Occasionally bats become trapped inside hous­ es or become ill. To keep bats out of houses, check to see where bats might be getting in, then once bats have been expelled, close up that entry way. Mike Cross from Barry County Animal Control asks that anyone who has contact with a bat call Animal Control at 948-4885 or the Barry-Eaton Health Department at 945-9516. A horseshoe tournament. Knight Moves chess tourna­ ment. 3 on 3 basketball and food booths will make for a great Saturday. The Middleville Star contest per­ formances will be held at the Middleville Reformed Church in the late afternoon. Sponsors of this year’s events are Bill Seif Chevrolet-Buick of Hastings. Carveth Village of Middleville. Gavin Chevrolet-Buick-PontiacFord-Mercury of Middleville and Dan Valley Excavating of Middleville. For more information about Heritage Days call Ray or Chery l Peters at 795-4972. (cash only) yam-related items. Sun Rider herbs. /^Rainbow’s End^ Yarn. Craft & Variety 9343 Cherry Valley Avenue (M 37) Caledonia Village Centre • 6 16-89 1-1106 MICHIGAN FIBER FESTIVAL!* August 16 - 17 2003 Fiber Animals ~ Competitions Free Demonstrations - Vendors Fiber - Art - Workshops * Music Herding Dog Demonstrations Admission $4.00 Children under 8 free Allegan County Fairgrounds Allegan, Michigan For more information check out www.michiganfiberfestival.org 07513200 The Lowell Area Arts Council & The Lowell Area wliXrSP Chamber of Commerce proudly present the... Reach over 11,000 area homes SOME VACATIONS ARE JUST MORE FUN THAN OTHERS Sizz(fn’ Now’s a great ome to take the best of aN vacatxxis a 3.4 or 7 day Carrwval “Fun Ship" cruise vacauon to The Bahamas, the Caribbean or the Mexican Rjviera. Aboard ship, youl enjoy fun actmues. fabulous meals, the complete Nauoca Spa. program, lavish Vegas-styte shows, a fnendly casmo and all the pampering service Carnival b famous for. At each sunny desDnaoon. there are beaches, water THURSDAY NIGHTS • 7:00-9:00 PM Come to Lowell & enjoy music on the river! The Sizzlin' Summer Concerts are located by the Lowell Showboat (east side of the rivet) in downtown Loweii Call 897-9161 or visit www loweflchambet otg for more information’ sports, sightseeing opportunities and duty-free shopping Admission and parking are free! Carnival offers more fun. sun and variety than any land vacation And it's al yours for one low. at-mdu- The concert venue is wheelchair accessible and handicap/semor parking is available srve pnce.To book your “Fun Ship" cruise vacation, cal us today 7 DAYS FROM MIAMI SEPTEMBER 20™ O Premier Travel Se Cruise 5436 554-0311 —& fl Carnival , . August 7 Jimmy Stagger Band Blues August 14 River City Jazz . Ensemble Big Band �Page 4/The Sun and News. Middleville August 5. 2003 Yankee Springs Township Park news by Patricia Johns Staff Writer The Yankee Springs Township Park has gone through lots of changes and more changes are to come. At the July 28 meeting of the Park Committee, plans for the park were discussed and members went to the site to plot out the vanous new addi­ tions of the park Markers were placed where the softball/baseball back­ stops will be located. These should be installed within the next two weeks. The sand volleyball court is ready for the delivery of sand. More wood chips will be delivered for the walking paths. The next meeting of the Yankee Springs Township Park Committee is on LOCAL CHURCH DIRECTORY ALASKA BAPTIST CHURCH A Uting Church - Serving a Luing Lord Morning Worship Fellowship Time Sunday School . Evening Praise . . WEDNESDAY 9 A0 a m ....................... 1035 a m ....................... 10 50 a m .6:00 p.m. Family Night 6:30 p m 7240 6t«h Street, SE - Caledonia 2 miles east of M-37 Pastor, Dr Brian / Harrison Youth Pastor Kevin Stiles C 0 M U U I I I I CHURCH a place to belong a place to become (Contemporary, Casual, Non-denominational) Sunday Morning Worship............ 9 30 ft 11:00 a m 617S Broadmoor, Caledonia Ao Michael Stowell, lead Pastor Rex David Moorhead. Auux Pastor Joe Cipcii, Worship Leader Denny Rounui. Youth Pastor Church Office 6I6-89I-O287 Visit our web site www bnghtside org CALEDONIA CHRISTIAN REFORMED CHURCH FIRST BAPTIST M 37, north of h&kflevflfe • 795-9726 Bruce V Slewart. Senior PaMor Tim A. V ine. Asm. Pastor Youth DougLa* G. Beason. V imitation Pastor Gary Weaver. Music Minister PaMor David Stewart. CE Children\ Pastor 9:30 a.m. 1100a.m. 11:00 a.m. Worship. Sunday Sc hool Adult Bible Class Ret E. Anthony Sikora Church. (616) 795-2391 ew Life RISTIAN CHURCH Sunday Worship ............................ 9:30 am. and 6.00 p.m. (CTtild & Adull) (During the School Year) Services at 9:30 a m and 6 p.m. 3449 - 76th St. S.E., Caledonia 698-9660 Rev. R. Scoa Greenway, Pastor Keith Stulp. Youth Director .4/ Tiemeyer, Community Calling 9255 84th Street, Alto, Ml 49302 One mile east of Whitneyville Rd A Church for today's world Spirit-filled family Church. Church Office: (616) 891-1512 M-37 at 100th St. Rev P Adams Phone 891 -8440 Sunday School for ages 3 yr. thru 6lh grade: Sr. High. Sun. 6:30 pm Jr. High. Sun. 6:30 pm GUN LAKE COMMUNITY CHURCH & PRESCHOOL Qty ®Rj TEimc WajLxdTletljoZJist Cfjurclj 12200 West M-179 Highway (Chief Noonday Road* Waytmd. Ml 49348 Kraft Avenue at Johnson Street Saturday Evening Mass ... .5:00 p.m. Sunday Mass . .9:00 a.m. & 11:00 a.m. Meeting you. your friends, and your family right where you 're at. Sunday Worship *00am or 10:30am. Wednesday Worship 6:30 pan. 269-795-7903 uwu gunlakecommttmnchurvh.org 5590 Whitneyvilte Ave., S E Alto, Ml 49302 Sunday School... 10:00 am. Morning Worship... 11:00 am. Evening Worship...6:00 p.m. Wednesday Prayer Meeting...7:00 p.m. Rev. Royle Bailard, Pastor Phone 868-6437 A CALEDONIA £ UNITED METHODIST Summer Worship Schedule (through Aug 31): 10:00 a m....................... .. Worship A Jr Church 11W am Coffee Fellow ship (Nursery Available Throughout) Re% Norman Kohns *(616) 891-8167 Church Office: 616 X918669 Fax 891-8648 • »»•» caJedomaunK org ALASKA CONGREGATION Church School. Sunday 9:45 am Praise Singing " . HE50 a_m ^•*onune Worship 11 '00 am. * rd Fellow dup 7:30 pm Pastor E G. Frizzed Church Ph 616^6810 • Pastor s Ph 6/64*97-6740 St Paul Lutheran Church Sunday School 8r Adult Bible Studq 9:45 AM SS. CYRIL and METHODIUS CHURCH 159 131st AVENUE WAYLAND. Ml. ’DEDICATION Of NEW CHURCH' SATURDAY. AUGUST 2nd. 5:00 PM Mass included: Mass on Sunday 9:30 A M Phone no. 1-269-792-2889 THORNAPPLE BIBLE C I II IR( I I Preaching the Living Word Sen i ng I he Ristin Lord Sunday Schtxil . .9:30 a.m Sunday Morning Worship . ,10:30 a m (Jr. Church & Nursery available.) ( urrcntly meeting at: Emmons Like Elementary' 8950 Kraft SE, Caledonia Rev Dennis Ross ________ Church: (616) 868-7425 UNITED METHODIST CHURCHES Middleville - Parmelee Parmelee Morning Worship........... 9:30 am. Middleville Morning Worship 11:00 am. Rev Lee Zachman Church Office Phone 795-9266 Community C H URCH M-37 between Middleville & Caledonia Sunday Worship: 8:30 a.m. Traditional 11 a.m. Contemporary 6 p.m. Praise/Bible Stud* Lakeside Community Church A Place for Family A Friends 6201 Whitnessiile Asenue. Aho CHRISTIAN REFORMED Comempuran Worship 9:30am. Rev. Dr. Jack Doorlag. Interim Minister Sunday School for All Ages 1045am. fcsemng Worship.................................................. 600pm. Nursery & children's activities during all services. Pastor Roger Buhman • Church Office M8-039! For more information: (616) 891-8119 W*• lakeMdexomtnunrty org or www.peacechwvh CoHiHnmitvof Clyfi$t Leighton Church 8146 681b St., near WhftneyvBe Ave 8:30 AM 1100 AM wAyjfareiC 250 5 inc Street M 37 to Emmons to Vine i Aug 10: Guest Preacher - Mr Tom Sahsbun WHAT DID JESUS SAY? “Whorn Do 3<»u Trust?" Traditional Service Acoustic Praise 8r Worship Service Office Phone 89L86S8 www.StPaulCaledimia.org Middleville. MI 49333 • 945-1555 Located near the corner of M-37 and McCann Service Times: Sunday School.................................................. 9:45a.m Morning Worship.................................... II :00 a m. Evening Worship............................................. 6:00p.m Youth Group:............................. 6:00 p.m. Sunday Midweek 7:00 p.m. Wed. 9:30 a.m. Thurs. GRACE UNITED REFORMED CHURCH Comer of 84th St and Kraft in Caledonia 1 mile west of M-J7 Pastor Robert Gerke • Pastor David Ziehr Middleville Good Shepherd Wesleyan Church Lutheran Church 1664 N. M-37 Highway 908 W Main Street (Missouri Synod) St Paul Lutheran Church Missouri Sypod All Services have a Nursenj available • Barner Pre* Rev Tom DeVries, Pastor - 795-9901 10 AM Sunday Morning Phone 891-9259 + YOU ARE INVITED Proclaiming the Whole Counsel of Cod Rev. Dave LeBlanc, Pastor Wednesday 6:00 P.M. Evening Prayer phone 795-2370 or 94S-9327 Vicar - Rev. David T. Nuctwick 10:00 a m. 11:15 a m. 6.00 p.m. Morning Worship Service Sunday School Evening Worship Service “A Church with a caring heart for our community and the world" CALEDONIA HOLY FAMILY CATHOLIC CHURCH Sunday Service Timas 9:15 A M. Morning Prayer (HoY Communion 2nd Sunday) 11:00 A.M. Holy Communion 708 W. Main Street 9:45 a m 1100 am 600p.m. 6;45p.m. 645p.m. Sunday School Sundrt Morning Worship Service Sunday Evening Service Wednesday Mid Week Prayer WunJ of Life Clubs 2415 McCann Rd. * In Irving) MIDDLEVILLE CHRISTIAN REFORMED CHCRC.H OF MIDDLEVILLE Monday. Aug. 18 at 7:30 p.m. Loured in Leighton Township Corner of 2nd street and U2rul Avenue Sundry Momag Wcnhap 4x30 am Tradnmui lltJO am matemporary i<HM) am Sumin NKxi far Al Apes Sunday EMmng Sewicr FW French PreSchuui xh V’jO pm April 630 pm *«f TUVS6EXD Faacr <6101 8914O2H . ww« lerghtonchurth og cc Redeemer Covenant Church —Lighting Up Lives for God— Sunday onhtp 9:30 am Christian Educabon Hour IlWam Wednesday Famih Night 5:45-8-00 pm Pwor Paul M Hifiman Youth Pastor Omd Enkxxi 6951 Hanna Lake Avenue. Cakdoma 61669M001 mitrmenmsenjtrt www.rtdermeK0venitnt.org Amenia ef Wtlrm^QsmemMOmdmdAmmLt Church Finding the Way Together! An informal, contemporary church committed to our community Sunday Worship is at 10:00am in Caledonia Middle School’s cafeteria. Everyone is welcome! Pastor: Rev Josh Blunt Contact our Dutton office at (6/6) 65-65-WAY Check our web site WiEYyMaffarerEi^QER WHITNEYVILLE Bible Church 8546 WhrfneyvBe Ave of 84!h St • 891 -8661 ~The Church where everybody is somebody... . and Jesus is Lord” Mwsnrsg at Coiedonra High School St^ctoy School 930 am Morning Woahp 1030 am Meemg at cnapei on WhrtneyvSe Ave kraoy EYenrg Wonnc 600pm Wea Miaweek Prayer 4 Btoie Study 700 p m Sts Thoma 9^. Rasta. Kan Banter. Assoc Pasta Aetste wfttneyvSebbie ora �The Sun and News. Middleville. August 5/ Page 5 From Our Readers GFWC-Gun Lake area will meet ill Middleville Local Citizens Speak Out On Issues Referendum petitions for Caledonia Twp. bond issue circulating To the editor: A considerable group of Caledonia citizens are realiz­ ing the current $2,650,000 township bond issue is ques­ tionable at best. This bond issue started out at $6,000,000. Objections reduced the bond issue to $4,000,000. Further objec­ tions to “sensitive issues” have reduced the bond issue to the current value. But it is still the same bond issue; nothing has been elim­ inated from the construction plan. Township consultants have recommended the removal of “sensitive issues” from the bond issue resulting in a bond issue with almost all expenses; the income por­ tions have been deleted. The “sensitive issues" to repay the bonds are now integrated into seven “off the books" private contracts between the township and developers. These contracts may or may not pay their way; they may or may not be structured such that develop era pay the full cost of their utilities. These free-form contracts are certainly not structured in accordance with contracts and local ordi­ nances. There are just too many questions and confusion in this series of bond issues and contracts. The consultants cannot explain their numbers in a cogent way. nor can they show consistent numbers day to day. Nor do the Township Board trustees seem to have any degree of understanding of the overall financial pic­ ture. No wonder, they are often asked tc vote an hour after receiving complicated financial information. For instance, on Aug. 6 they will be asked to vote on these seven contracts an hour after discussion at a work session before the 7 p.m. board meeting; contracts that have taken months to prepare. The only way the bond issue can be forestalled is by enough registered voters signing the referendum peti­ tions now being circulated. These signatures will give Members of the GFWCGun Lake area will hold their next meeting on Aug. 13 at Stagecoach Park in Middleville. Michael Gormley, presi­ dent of the Thomapple Trail Association will give an overview of the Paul Henry Thomapple Trail, the history’ of the organization, the Greenways effort in Michigan and invite members to bicycle or walk along the trail. The general meeting begins at 9:30 a.m. President Michael Gormley Fran Leonard reminds every­ one that the deadline to sign up and pay for the Oct. 13 trip the township the much need­ ed time to fully educate, explain, and justify to the voters of Caledonia Township every aspect of both their bond issue and the “off the books" contracts. Especially critical is to give the township the opportunity to explain who benefits from their utility contracts, who really pays for the utilities in the end. and to prove devel­ opers are paying the full cost of their utilities and not load­ ing costs on utility customers and taxpayers. A number of citizens and businesses around the Due to a schedule conflict Caledonia area have peti­ Mr. Jim’s Magic Camp will tions available; also circula­ not be at the Thomapple tors are going door to door. Kellogg School and You may email referen­ Community Library on dum^ att.net for questions Tuesday. Aug. 12. and to have a canvasser visit you. Please give Caledonia taxpayers and voters the opportunity to decide for themselves the necessity for this bond issue and its unfor­ tunate tag-a-long future obli­ gations. Clarence Slaughter Correction S farm town" people may not have done such a bad job in helping the community to be what it is today. Many are long time Caledonia resi­ dents, are committed and care deeply about the community in which they live. Times change, needs change and. yes, we even need a change in leadership every so often. I just hope in our search for ‘professionals. experts, etc.', we still have people who have a personal bonding with the history of the community, while living in the present, and moving us into the future. A few items I would like to share in conclusion: How do township board members and officers ‘elect themselves’ or their ‘cronies’? 1 always thought the voters in the township did that. I hope 1 never read another letter in this paper that uses the word ‘cronies’ to describe other people. I am just cunous. Is Mr. McNeiliy interested in filling XgxHHHHZZZSZinznZiHZIZZZZZZIISL i Family Trax Oideo | 1DL Main St. Middleville. • Hours: Sun.-Thurs. 12-10 pm : Fri. & Sat. 12-11pm ; DVD. \HS Game Rentals Movie Reservations 2 Dav Rental on Sundav on all Rentals : Even 20* Rental FREE one of the vacancies he is calling for? If he is not. I suggest he change his rhetoric to be a lit­ tle more respectful. If he is. I suggest leaving the mudslinging for the cam­ paign (that’s where it seems to fit now days). Call 945-9554 anytime to place your Sun & News ACTION-Ad & reach over 11,000 area homes! Huge Sateg Bataj BKm BuiMwj Reader hopes people with personal bonding will help Caledonia move into future To the editor: As a former 45 year resi­ dent of Caledonia Township and a regular reader of The Sun and News. I have appre­ ciated being able to keep up with the local happenings in Caledonia. I am not one to voice my opinion in newspa­ per print but, I felt compelled to respond to Mr. McNeilly’s letter and other ones like it. I believe everyone has a right to their opinion. They also have a right to thought­ fully express their opinion. However, it is important to stick to the specific griev­ ances. deal with the issues, give concrete suggestions for improvement and even indi­ cate the need for expertise. Sarcasm, put downs, name calling, calling into question the integrity and character of individuals is degrading and to me. unacceptable. 1 also found it ironic that in the first paragraph of the let­ ter. Mr. McNeiliy used the phrase "As good as the com­ munity is." It would suggest to me that these “sleepy little to see “Oklahoma" at Turkeyville is this meeting. The cost of tickets is $33. The general meeting will be followed by a picnic bas ket auction. Everyone should bring a basket to auction and be prepared to purchase one as well. The talk w ill be at about 11 a.m. followed by lunch. Tours of the Paul Henry Thomapple Trail will follow the meeting Members should bring folding chairs. For more information about GFWC-Gun Lake area activities call Leonard at 7958731. 120 Main St., Middleville Ml (across from Faro’s Pizza) M Thurs. Aug 7 • Friday Aug 8 7 am - 4:30 pm '(J @ Infant Sleepwear. Children & Adult Nightgowns New!! Doll Clothes, Quilts, 2 pc. sets, shorts etc. • NO FABRIC OR FINDINGS atty quastiatw, calf (269) 795-3342 Ken Colburn Rutland Township "Reserve Your Peace of Mind" INDEPENDENT AND ASSISTED LIVING - CURRENTLY TAKING RESERVATIONS Carveth Village the ultimate in retirement living, offets a unique combination of independent and assisted living apartments. The Assisted Living Apartments offer a delightful change when older adults join the small town community at Carveth Village. The old worrisome burdens associated with medication, appointments, groceries, cooking, cleaning, home maintenance, isolation and loneliness are lifted The rooms offer a private and semi private room with bath. With the old burdens lifted you can get back to the enjoyable relaxed times. Carveth Village independent Apartments are beautifully designed with the senior in mind. Our spacious one and two bedroom apartments are *u(ly equipped with washer and dryer microwave, range and refrigerator At Carveth Village the single story apartments have private pack®, individual air-conditioning and temperature control. The main foyer with fireplace and small cof­ fee/beverage center provides a wonderful place to entertain fnends and families. The Carveth Village Residents choose their own pattern of living in the Village and can enjoy a vari­ ety of services that assure comfort and security. Additional meals, housekeeping, linen services can be purchased on a monthly basis. If you would like more information please call (269) 795-4972. 690 W. Mam Street, Middleville Ml 49333 Reserve your apartment now and rest easy knowing that expert, professional services are available for ar*, level of care you may need now and m the future. �Page 6/The Sun and News. Middleville. August 5. 2003 Engagements Caledonia students return from Young Ambassadors with much to tell week while at home so that they learned what it was like Many students spend their to forget important items. summer looking for things to do; plans to keep them busy. “Never pack in your Not Dylan Avery and Robert Otterbein. For two weeks the backpack what you Caledonia Middle School don’t need. I carried sixth-graders were busier 14 (disposable) than your average summer break student. They traveled cameras (on the with the Young Ambassadors hike in the Grand group to the Grand Canyon Canyon) and some and Utah. The best friends, both 11. other stuff I didn’t aren't aware of who nominat­ need." ed them for the Young Ambassadors group, but they - Robert Otterbein did meet other students from Michigan while on the trip. Once out on the trails. Approximately 20 students from Michigan and Indiana Otterbein had this bit of sage advice for anyone hiking: were chosen. (An article, by “Never pack in your back­ Patricia Johns, about two Young Ambassadors from pack what you don’t need.’’ Middleville appeared in last he laughed. “I carried 14 week’s edition of the Sun and (disposable) cameras (on the hike in the Grand Canyon) News.) Young Ambassador trips and some other stuff I didn’t are intended to broaden ado­ need.” The two boys began their lescents’ horizons by meeting others from all over the coun­ trip by flying from Grand Rapids to Chicago and then to try. The trips allow them to experience different parts of Las Vegas. There they met the country and different peo­ their ‘Naturalist Leaders.’ ple than in their own circle of Debbie Moinet was Avery’s leader. Rob and Renee life. Avery is the son of Karin Stehower were leaders for and Aaron Avery of Alto. Otterbein. This was the Otterbein is the son of Jenny Stehowers first experience as and Rich Otterbein of leaders. Each boy had their favorite Caledonia. With help from their par­ and worst events to share about their trip. Interestingly ents, the two boys had to raise a tremendous amount of enough, Avery’s favorite was money for the trip. The fami­ Otterbein’s worst. The worst part (of the trip) lies also had to attend many monthly meetings before the was hiking in the beginning and Angel’s Landing trip. The meetings were “Walter’s Wiggles,”’ said designed to help students and Otterbein. They’re steep their families learn what to switch backs cut into the expect from the trip. Items of stone at Zion National Park." He explained that interest included what type of is a monetary exchange to bring ‘Walter’s Wiggles’ famous set of switchbacks or (according to Otterbein, “most kids brought travel trails that switch back and checques or VISA books. forth from one direction to the They’re a credit card for other with little warning. His kids.”), how to pack, etc. The favorite was getting a chance boys even had to pack a suit­ to see the skiers practice their case and live out of it for a jumps into a pool at Olympic Park in Salt Lake City. “My favorite was hiking up Angel’s Landing,” said Avery. “The worst part was I sleeping in the airport I because our flight got can­ I celed. by Cathy Rueter Staff Writer Oosterhouse-Bultman Wedding vows will be exchanged on Sept. 19. 2003. Garry and Marion by Bethame Joy' Oostcrhouse VanHouten of Middleville and Ryan Matthew Buhman The bride-to-be. of are pleased to announce the engagement of their daugh­ Caledonia, is the daughter of Lowell (Luke) and Gloria ter. Meredith Kay also of VanHouten and Brent Daniel Oosterhouse. Penning, son of Thomas and Caledonia. from She graduated Ginger Penning. Meredith graduated from Plymouth Christian High South Christian High School School and Grand Rapids and from Western Michigan Community College. She is University with a bachelor of currently employed at Breton science degree in nursing. Woods of Holland Home. The future groom, of She is currently working at Wayland, is the son of Dick Blodgett Spectrum Hospital. Brent graduated from and Valene Buhman, also of Christian High School in Wayland. He graduated from Grand Rapids. He is Wayland High School and is employed at employed at Allstate Electric. currently Grabber Construction Inc. An Oct. 4. 2003 wedding is Products. being planned. VanHouten-Penning BfG ' \ Summer Iearance ALL SUMMER CLOTHING, ACCESSORIES & SWIMWEAR HLs-roax 20-30% OFF _ GBa/GPointe ------------------- —----------------------------- A RTSTAtmAMT Friday, August 8 An evening on the Deck and a Swimsuit Fashion Show by the Sea Shanty 11332 WEST M-179 HIGHWAY • GUN LAKE MIDDLEVILLE Ml 49333 269-795-9947 HOURS (Uft Crrtificatei Alwayi Fit! Mon Sat 10S Sun 104 LAYAWAY Smith-Diamond I I I I I I I I I I I I I I I I I I I I I I I I SOUTH OFFICE 8980 N. RODGERS DR., CALEDONIA, Ml Dylan Avery, left, and Robert Otterbein, both heading into the sixth grade at Caledonia Middle School, attend­ ed a Young Ambassadors trip to Arizona and Utah ear­ lier this summer. Otterbein stops long enough on his exploration of Anastaze (meaning ‘Ancient Enemies') for a quick picture. Their reasons for attending Otterbein. the trip were simple. “I’m glad I went. It was a “I would probably never new experience," said Avery. get to go to the Grand Canyon and all over the West,” said Thank You supporting 4GAVIN CHEVROLET BUICK and~ FOX FARMS FREE MARKET ANALYSIS 891-2222 Great family home in country setting. Wildlife galore. Beautiful deck with views of land lock area all around you. House is very deceiving from the road. This is not just a drive-by, you must see it to appreciate all of the square footage fir remodeling done. Andersen windows throughout the home fir sliders on both levels, too. A won­ derful backyard. 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I've been able to live with a feeling of home by using my own household furnishings The wonderful services provided here gives me tremendous security while allowing me to keep my sense of independence I have experienced the loving care provided at Woodlawn Meadows for the past ten months, and I am proud of Hastings - with an excellent hospital, two nursing homes and now Woodlawn Meadows' Assisted Living and Specialized Care - who would want to live anywhere else? 6240 North Whitneyville Rd. fQy ™ Avery's favorite part of the trip was climbing Angel’s Landing This pic­ ture was snapped while hiking up and down the Grand Canyon. I I I I We Offer Seniors All the Comforts of Home 269-948-4921 1821 N. East St., Hastings Hastings’ Newest Retirement Village �The Sun and News. Mtdd’eville. August 5/ Page 7 Elton J. Londo------------------------------------------CALEDONIA - Elton J. Londo. age 86. of Caledonia went to be with his Lord sud­ denly on July 29,2003 due to an accidental injury . He was preceded in death by his wife, Mary and his daughter. Ann. A kind and gentle man that will be sorely missed by his loving wife of 15 years. Margaret; his children. Stephen (Angela) Londo. Thomas (Sandra) Londo. Paul (Cathy) Londo. Charlene (Jim) MacDonald. Gwen (Gerry) Pettersch. Jennie (Fred) Klamphere. Gary Martin, and Jackie Martin; many grandchildren and great grandchildren; two sisters; one brother; and many nieces and nephews A Memorial Mass for Elton was held Thursday at Holy Family Catholic Church. 9669 Kraft SE. Caledonia. Fr. David E. LeBlanc celebrant. A Rosary Scnpture Service was held on Wednesday. In lieu of flowers, the fam­ ily suggests memorial contri­ butions be made to Holy Family Catholic Church Building Fund. Arrangements were made by Matthysse-KuiperDeGraaf Funeral Home. Call 945-9554 anytime to place your Sun & News ACTION-Ad & reach over 11,000 area homes! Jiitrodiicilig... Ed's New Complete Auto& Truck Glass Service! ■ Quality Auto Glass Youlonda Lynde Mae Smith CALEDONIA - Youlonda Lynde Mac Smith, age 86. of Caledonia went to be with her Lord on Saturday, July 26, 2003. She was preceded in death by her husband. Elton R. Smith; step-daughter. Virginia Shelton; parents. Hiram and Sanna Raab; brothers, Cleo, Kenneth. Jarold and Leon; sisters. Ixota, Lucile and Arola. Lynde is survived by her step daughter. Barbara (Paul) Schantz of Ohio; three granddaughters. Joy (Jeff) Reep, Jane (Tim) Fiehrer, Jill (Brett) Goecke; eight great grandchildren; brothers. Roger (Marion) Raab of Battle Creek. Eugene (Marjorie) Raab of Kentwood; sisters-in-law and brothers-inlaw. Maxine Raab of Flint. Louise Raab of Wyoming. Bryce (Mary Ellen) Smith of Caledonia. Lila Thaler of Grand Rapids. Margaret (Julius) Mutschler of Wayland. Eva Smith of Chardon. OH; business part­ ner, Jerry Good of Caledonia; and many nieces and nephews. Lynde was inducted into Michigan Fanner’s Hall of Fame along with her hus­ band. and inducted in the Women’s Hall of Fame of Michigan Farm Bureau. She was also very active at Leighton United Methodist Church. Funeral services for Lynde were held on Wednesday at Leighton United Methodist Church. 4180 2nd Ave., Caledonia. Interment Hooker Cemetery. The family suggests memorial contributions be made to Leighton United Methodist Church or Caledonia High School FFA or Barry County Hospice. Arrangements were made by Matthysse-KuiperDeGraaf Funeral Home, Caledonia. Ina M. Fisk----------------------------------------------HASTINGS Ina M Fisk, age 87, of Hastings, formerly of Alto and Middleville, passed away July 31,2003 at Tendercare, Hastings. Mrs. Ina Mae Fisk was born on May 26, 1916 at Newberry, Michigan, the daughter of John and Sarah (Crothers) Coates. She was raised in Newberry and attended one room school through sixth grade. She was mamed to Allen G. Fisk on Jan. 11,1946. Ina Mae was a homemak­ er. she loved her flowers and she enjoyed doing hooked rugs. She was a caring, loving mother, grandmother, and sister, always doing kind deeds for family and friends. She is survived by her son. Kenneth A. (Rhonda) Fisk of Middleville; a daughter. Sandra Hagan of Quality Family Eye Care Since 1929 Bard Bloom. O.D. Scott Bloom, O.D. OPTOMETRISTS 2 Locations Hastings Wayland 1510 N. Broadw ay 945-2192 216 N. Main 792-0520 MOST INSURANCE AC CEPTED Washington; five grandchil­ dren, Amanda, Michael, Nathan. Fred and Brett; two brothers, Fred (Irene) Coates of Escanaba. Harold (Gloria) Coates of Lake Ann; one sis­ ter, Alice Groh of Alanson. MI; many nieces and nephews. Preceded in death by her husband. Allen G. Fisk who died in 1990 and brothers, Frank. Harvey and Glen Coates. Funeral services were held Monday morning at the Beeler Funeral Chapel, Middleville. Rev F.L. “Red” Faber, officiated. Interment Alaska Cemetery. Michigan. 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Kids who are inactive and above the recommended weight for their height are at high risk for Type 2 diabetes. Inactivity and being over­ weight often bring on and worsen other diseases such as heart disease and high blood pressure. You can help prevent your child from getting Type 2 Diabetes. Help them to be active every day: • Promoting activities such as playing, bike riding, and other sports. • Reducing time spent watching TV. playing videos, and using computers. • Promoting chores that are safe for your child's age such as cutting the grass, rak­ ing, gardening, cleaning their room. etc. • Doing activities with your child such as washing or waxing the car. • Having outdoor home sports available such as vol­ leyball. badminton, basket­ ball, trampoline, etc. • Choosing gifts that include physical activity such as balls, skates, and kites. • Being active yourself and showing your children's it’s fun. 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Familial status includes children under the age of 18 living with parents or legal custodians, pregnant women and people securing custody of children under 18. This newspaper will not knowingly accept any advertising for real estate which is in violation of the law. Our readers are hereby informed that all dwellings advertised tn this newspaper are available on an equal opportunity basis. To report discnmination call the Fair Housing Center at 616-451-2980 The HUD toll-free telephone number for the hearing impaired is 1-800-927-9275 • Avoid “super-sizing”. • Have healthy snacks like fruits, carrots and celery, crackers, cheese, and pret­ zels in the house. • Encourage a variety of foods for good nutrition. • Do not encourage chil­ dren to eat if they are not hungry. • Use the Food Guide Pyramid as the basis for fam­ ily meals. Most importantly, set a good example for your chil­ dren. Have good nutritional habits and an active lifestyle because your children will most likely want to be just like you! For more information con­ tact Southern Michigan Diabetes Outreach Network (SODON) at 800-795-7800 (Ml only) or 517-279-2267. You may also email us at Sod(M)@charter.iKi or visit us on our website at www.diabetesinmichigiMLOTE, First TK varsity tennis practice set for Monday The first practice for the Practice will run from 8 Thomapple Kellogg varsity a.m. until 11 a.m. at the high and junior varsity girls' ten­ school courts. nis teams will be next Athletes must have had a Monday. August 11. physical to practice. TK High resumes classes Aug. 26 School will start at Thomapple Kellogg High School on Aug. 26 at 7:35 .m. Students are to report to their fifth block classes. Freshman Orientation will be held at 11 a.m. on Aug. 25. All new freshmen arc being encouraged to attend. Students will be able to meet with the administrators to discuss important informa­ tion about the student hand­ book, and will receive their schedule, locker number and combination. The freshmen will purchase lunch in the cafeteria, visit their classes and meet some upperclass­ men. This orientation should conclude in the gym with scheduled activities at approximately 2:30 p.m. Sophomores, juniors, and seniors will be able to pick up their schedules Aug. 20 and 21. Schedules will be Quality work at competitive prices Senior Citizen Discounts handed out in the high school lobby. Locker numbers and combinations will be on the schedules. Enrollment for new stu­ dents begins in the Guidance Office, Appointments to enroll may be made begin­ ning Aug. 11, by calling 7955428. New enrollees should bring up-to-date immuniza­ tion records, birth certifi­ cates, proof of residency, and if possible, a transcript of their previous school history. Appointments for enrolling will be made for Aug. 18 or after. Schedule changes will be made from Aug. 18-21. Students will be served on a first-come, first-serve basis. Free and reduced lunch forms are included in August issue of The Key. If an addi­ tional form is needed, please see the office staff at any school building. Written iMbor Warranty Licensed and Insured RESIDENTIAL ROOFING SPECIALIST Tear-offs & Re-roofs Christopher J. Hier, D.D.S. 616-891-1240 ALL STAR ROOFING Call us for a free Professional Estimate «__________ (616) 877-4253 MEDICAL ASSISTANT/NURSE WANTED General Dentistry far Children & Adults — NEW PATIENTS WELCOME — Busy family practice office lookng for full time (4 days per week) medical assis­ tant/nurse, excellent benefits. Early Morning N Evening Appointments Available Conveniently located on M-37 in Caledonia (Right on the uay to orfrom uorki Quality dental care in a relaxed and friendly atmosphere. Your Smile The First Thing People See! Please send resume to: Ad *148 c/o The Reminder P.O. Box 188, Hastings, MI 49058 ■33'^___________________ �The Sun and News. Middleville. August S' Page 9 CHARTER TOWNSHIP OF CALEDONIA MEETING NOTICE A regular meeting of the Charter Township of Caledonia Board of Trustees will be hek) beginning at 700 p.m on Wednesday August 6. 2003. at the Caledonia Town ship Village HaH 250 Maple Street. Caledonia. Michigan NOTE individuals with disabii* ties may request auxiliary aids and services for the meeting by contacting the Township Cleric at (616)891-0070 TENTATIVE AGENDA 1. CALL TO ORDER/ROLL CALL 2. PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE AND INVOCATION 3. CONSIDERATION OF THE MEETING AGENDA 4 PUBLIC COMMENT (BRIEF - UP TO 2 MINUTES) 5. APPROVAL OF THE CON­ SENT AGENDA A Minutes of July 16th 2003 Board of Trustees Meeting B Correspondence Not Requiring Board Action C Approval to pay bills 6. INQUIRY OF CONFLICT OF INTEREST. 7. RESPORTS FROM BOARD OFFICERS AND STAFF 8 CORRESPONDENCE 9 UNFINISHED BUSINESS A Rezoning Request by Burke Thompson 2nd Reading B Rezomno Request by Vince Meaney 2nd Reading C Lease Agreement Little Lambs - Alaska Hall D Proposed Project Agreement with VerMeulen A Associates Inc 10 NEW BUSINESS A Code Enforcement Officer Resolution B Discussion Regarding Buildable Lots in the R 1.R 2 & R 3 Districts C Compensation Committee Report D. Fire Department Issues 11. BOARD COMMENTS 12. PUBLIC COMMENT (EXTENDED - UP TO 5 MIN­ UTES) 13. ADJOURNMENT 0M182M HOME HEALTH AIDE NEEDED Please call Connie or Ron at 269-693-2000 or toll-free 1-800-348-2660 LAKESHORE i HOME HEALTH CAM SEMITES. Inc. 2 Michigan Avenue. Suite .306 Battle Creek. Michigan 49016 Longbow Invitational comes to Charlton Park The Michigan Longbow Association (MLA) will be holding its annual Great Lakes Longbow Invitational (GLLI) at Histone Chariton Park in Hastings Friday through Sunday. August 810. Historic Chariton Park is a new location for the GLLI. which has previously been held in Marshall. Bnghton. Berrien Springs and Grass Lake. The MLA is very excited about holding its longbow shoot in Barry County this year. The Great Lakes Longbow Invitational, the world’s largest longbow event, is in its 19th year, while the MLA is celebrating its 20th anniversary. The GLLI is a weekend full of longbow shooting, browsing the traditional archery vendors' displays, eating and carousing with other longbow enthusiasts. There will be shooting events for all ages and skill levels. Attendees can participate in the Silver Arrow Shoot based on the old “Robin Hood" style tournament; the Clou: Shoot - a distance and accuracy event; two 3D courses for fun or competi­ tion. or try their luck at one of the two charity novelty shoots. There is a range set up just for the young long­ bow shooters. A variety of food vendors will be on hand, and archery vendors will have new and used bows, arrows and all of the traditional archery sup­ plies on hand to get prepared for the upcoming hunting season or just some backyard shooting. The GLLI is an all-week­ end event, so the public can come out to the park, camp and enjoy the whole experi­ ence. or just come for the day to get a taste. Either way people planning to shoot should realize this is a long­ bow and wooden arrow event, so please leave other BANKRUPTCY Protection from Creditors bows al home. The MLA believes in passing on the tradition of archen and has loaner equipment for the kids and also allows children to shoot recurve bows. Plus, children 16 and under shoot for free. Camping is $6 per night before Thursday, and $6 for the weekend. There is a $5 per adult gate fee for the weekend. 3D shooting is $7 per round non-competitive. $25. unlimited non-competi­ tive. and $10 per round com­ petitive. The Silver Arrow Shoot and Clout Shoot are $3 each; however, there will be times available to try the Clout Shoot for free. For more information, the MLA website is michiganlongbow.tripod.com/or call MLA Council Member Ken Scollick at (24S> 634-0845. Historic Charlton Park is located at 2545 S. Chariton Park Road, just north of M79 between Hastings and Nashville. For maps or more information on the park, visit charltonpark.org or phone (269) 945-3775. THORNAPPLE AREA Our Hometown Charitable Organization MISSION: To enrich and enhance the quality of life in the Thornapple Area by acting as a leader and catalyst in the evolving needs of the community. For scholarship and charitable gift information, please write Io; P.O. Box 164 Middleville. 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We are located on M-37 S. of 84tft, next to Heffron Farms 9028 North Rodgers Dr. • Caledonia, Ml 616-891-7531 �Thornapple Trail group discusses trail issues at Pierce Is electricity friend or foe? by Patricia Johns Staff Writer Recent incidents have underscored my fear of elec­ tricity. Our house was one of the thousands without power on July 4 and we were still one of the hundreds without power on the Monday after July 4. This meant that I had to clean out the refrigerator and the freezer of all food items that might have spoiled. There is now a rule in my house. "If we aren't going to use it within 10 days, we won't buy it." 1 take those warnings of the electric companies seri­ ously. I did take some pic­ tures of downed wires, but from a distance. It was hard to get a close-up picture of my house because of my fear, "that might be a live wire " When my electrical serv­ ice was repaired on Monday I noticed that electricians and line repairmen have an almost cavalier attitude to these forces of which I am deeply afraid. I like the benefits of elec­ tricity — the computer I am typing on. the light illuminat­ ing the room, the washing machine and dryer working without my having to wring HOI RS: M-Th 5mii-‘Jpin; Fri. Snm-Bpm Nat. Bum*2pm; Suii.9iim-3pni 9175 Cherry Valley, Str. K Caledonia, 891-2994 wet laundry by hand. But I have this deep fear of this force, which I see in lightning strikes, fires started by poor wiring and other signs that this is a natural force with almost a mind of its own. I understand how electric­ ity is channeled to do useful work, fve even read the text­ book. "Electricity 1-7," which is standard. I can fol­ low a wiring diagram but under all this knowledge is fear. Sunday when I was driv­ ing home and was caught in the storm 1 wondered if I was touching metal and was it really safe? Several years ago 1 spent a worried 30 minutes stuck under a picnic table as a lightning storm and torrential rain struck a park where I was attending a picnic. A lot of the lightning seemed just a little close. Thinking about it, I am more afraid of cows than 1 am electricity. Br» that is another story . rkim,s Konsiqnment Caledonia Toll Free 888-829-5919/891-2418 Summer Clearance Coing on NOW! Making fall consignment appointments starting Aug. 13—by appointment only Infant thru adult clothing & accessories, including plus sizes, maternity & men's clothing. Hours: Mon. & Wed. 10-7.; Tues. Thurs. & Fn. 10-6. Sal. 104 9175 Cherry Valley (M-37), Ste. J ■ (jusi north of McDonald’sja the Glen Valiev Retail Mall)* 2^- Frederick Fleischmann, secretary of the Thornapple Trail Association, is giving a presentation at Pierce Cedar Creek Institute's Sunday Brunch on Aug. 10. Brunch is served at 11 a.m. and 12:30 p.m. The program begins at 1:15 p.m.. Reservations are required and may be made by calling (269) 721-4190. The price of brunch is $13 for adults and $6 for children ages 10 and under. Members receive a discount. The cost of the program is free. The Thomapple Trail Association is a 5O1(CX3) non-profit organization of West Michigan volunteers excited and committed to turning the old railroad corri­ dor between Grand Rapids and Vermontville into a recreation trail for individual, family, and organizational use. Fleischmann will talk about what the group has accomplished and their plans Wine competition results announced experts praise Michigan wines This week, wine experts from around the world and across the state gathered at the Kellogg Hotel and Conference Center in East Lansing for the 26th Michigan State Fair Wine and Spirits Competition. Judges came from Germany. California. Indiana and France, and included two Master Sommerliers, a Master of Wine, wine writ­ ers, winemakers, and the director of another presti­ gious competition. The quality and quantity of wines entered were the high­ est ever. Many of the entries had already won Double Gold, Best of Class and Best of Competition awards at other events. Judge and Maitre Cindy Ordway We find way's to open doors... Loan Originator ...whether it's your first home or a new home. Call Cindy to find out how she can help you with a mortgage, refinancing, home equity loan, line of credit, construction loan, and more. MainSUvet makes tlx* process of firuneng wxir Ixrrx- easy From preapproval to dosing, our expenenced lending jxrsonrxl will pave the w ay Ask us about your options to opm the door to your own home MAlNfTREET SAVINGS BASK Your Bank. Your Future 629 W. State St.. Hastings (Located across from K mart) Frederick Fleischmann for the future. The Trail Association’s mission is to act as a public advocate in support of the Paul Henry Thomapple Trail. As advocates, the Trail Association works to gain support from government agencies, local businesses, and private citizens in con­ structing ami maintaining the trail. The Trail Association is involved in construction proj­ ects. fundraising, trail beauti­ fication. and habitat and wildlife preservation. The Thomappie Trail Association, with the support of individuals, municipalities and the Rails-to-Trails Conservancy, has purchased the rail corridor, funded developmental and legal stud­ ies. and is raising primary funding for the trail. Because of this partnership, a recre­ ational trail is being devel­ oped that is comparable with other highly successful rail­ trails throughout Michigan. The Pierce Cedar Creek Institute invites area residents to learn more about the Association and the history of the Paul Henry Thomapple Trail. People can also learn how to play an important part in helping them reach their mission. L8002673830 or 945.9561 Sommerlier Ren^ Chazottes, wine director for The Pacific Club in Newport Beach. Calif, said. "This has been an eye-opening experience gorgeous wines, with great purity of flavor.” Participating in his second Michigan competition, Dan Berger. L.A. Times wine writer and director of the Riverside International Competition. commented that "Michigan’s wines have definitely arrived; they are no longer merely on their way.” The 20 expert judges awarded 25 Gold Medals, 52 Silver Medals and 74 Bronze Medals to more than 250 wines entered. They also awarded Best of Class hon­ ors to five wines: • Best Dry White Wine: Peninsula Cellars Manigold Vineyard Dry Gewurztraminer 2002. • Best Semi-Dry Wine: Gill’s Pier Semi-Dry Riesling 2002 • Best Red Wine Tabor Hill Cabcmot Franc 2002. • Best Sparkling Wine Chateau de Leelanau "Andante” Sparkling Riesling 2(MX). • Best Dessert/Specialty Wine: Fenn Valley Vidal Ice Wine 2002. This list is notable in that it includes wineries from all the state’s wine grape-grow­ ing areas: Old Mission Peninsula, Leelanau Penin sula, Fennville and the Lake Michigan Shore. It also includes a new winery, Gill’s Pier, which entered only one wine in the competition. For a complete list of medal-winning wines, or for more information about the wines and wineries of Michigan, contact the Michigan Grape and Wine Industry Council online at www.michiganwines.com, or by phone at (517) 3731104. �The Sun and News Middleville. August 5/ Page 11 You’ve seen the movie Now get the produce! Michigan Wash Sweet Cherries Fresh Michigan Blueberries World Famous Indiana Muskmelon And finally SSS Sweet Corn! You’ve heard the legends, now experience it for yourself. Coming together to make sure that every child who needs a big brother or big sis­ ter needs one. community representatives worked with staff and board members to plan future developments of the Barry County Big Brothers/Big Sisters: A Community of Caring program. Big Brothers/Big Sisters is looking to the future by Patricia Johns Staff Writer Members of the awareness and advocacy board for Barry County Big Brothers/Big Sisters: A Community of Caring met July 23 to brain­ storm about the program. Tom Mohler told those who were invited from com­ munity organizations throughout the county. “We want to go to the next level. We want to make sure that this organization stays vital and meets the needs of both the aduM volunteers and the children who need big broth era and sisters." Nancy Goodin is one of those who originally worked on the effort through the Barry County Resource Network to bring the organi­ zation to the county. Saving on home insurance is She said, “refining the mis­ sion and making sure that every child who needs a big brother or sister has one is an important goal." Jan Hartough facilitated the meeting and encouraged participants to brainstorm ways to improve the program. Suggestions that are being considered include innovative recruiting techniques. One suggestion was that a “job shadow" might help some hesitant volunteers feel more comfortable signing up to volunteer. Another sugges­ tion was to have “job share" volunteers. This would give the young people more con­ tact with caring adults while allowing busy adults less time committed each month. The group also discussed ways to make the program more financially stable. The group saw the need to broad­ en fund-raising and aware­ ness activities throughout the county. 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Please join us at a community VISION SESSION Facilitated by the National Consulting Firm HyettPalma to Develop a NEW vision for Downtown Middleville Help answer these questions • It the citizens the business community, and the govern ment were to work together over the next six years to make Downtown Middleville the very best it could be what would you like to see result from that effort? • For you to consider those efforts a success, what would downtown look like by the year 2008? • What would the property and buildings in Downtown be used for? • What would the customers and users of our successful Downtown be in six years? • What kinds ot goods and services would you be able to find here? • What is the image you want Downtown to have by the year 2008? Tuesday. August 12, 2003 7:00 - 8:30 p.m. Thomapple Kellogg Middle School Cafeteria Sponsored by the Blueprint Process Committee With assistance from the Village ot Middleville New state .08 BAC law will save highway funding, lives, says AAA A new Michigan law that lowers the legal Blood Alcohol Content ((BAC) level from .10 to .08 will save the state $11.5 million in highway funding and also save as many as 600 lives nationwide. says AAA Michigan. Signed by Gov. Jennifer Granholm on July 15. the .08 BAC law lowers the legal threshold at which a driver is considered intoxicated. The new law. which takes effect Sept. 30. meets federal requirements for a .08 BAC standard and averts a 2-percent non-compliance penalty to be levied against highway construction funds after Oct. Michigan joins 39 states, the District of Columbia and Puerto Rico as those who have adopted the federal .08 BAC standard. “This is an all-win situa­ tion and AAA applauds the governor and state legisla­ ture for working together to achieve this significant mile­ stone." said Richard J. Miller. manager of Community Safety Services for AAA Michigan. "Recent studies have shown that low­ ering the BAC l‘*vel for drunk driving to .08 can and does reduce the number of alcohol-related crashes and fatalities." According to the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA), .08 BAC laws “had an eight percent effect in reducing fatal crashes involving driv­ ers at both high BACs and lower BACs and resulted in 275 fewer fatalities in the 16 states where they were in effect in 1997.” NHTSA estimates that between 500 and 60(1 addi­ tional lives could be saved if all 50 states adopted BAC laws. Failure to adopt a .08 BAC law by Oct. 1. 2003 will result in two percent of fed­ eral highway funds being withheld from the non-com­ plying state for fiscal year 2004. w ith increases of two percent for each following year of non-compliance up to a maximum of eight percent. By beating the federal dead­ line. Michigan saved $11.5 million in 2004. According to the Senate Fiscal Agency, the .08 BAC criminal penalties for operat­ ing while intoxicated would be the same as the current penalties for OUIL or operat­ ing with a BAC of .10 or more, except that the bill would increase the fine amounts and convert some of the community service CALEDONIA TOWNSHIP MEETING NOTICE A Work Session of the Charter Township of Caledonia Board of Trustees will be held beginning at 5:30 p.m on Wednesday. August 6th, 2003 at the Caledonia Township/Village Hall. 250 Maple Street, Caledonia, Michigan. NOTE: Individuals with disabili­ ties may request auxiliary aids and services for the meeting by contacting the Township Clerk at (616)891-0070 TENTATIVE AGENDA 1. CALL TO ORDER/ROLL CALL 2. CONSIDERATION OF THE MEETING AGENDA 3. INQUIRY OF CONFLICT OF INTEREST 4. UNFINISHED BUSINESS 5. NEW BUSINESS A. Discussion of Fire Safety Issues 6. BOARD COMMENTS 7. PUBLIC COMMENT 8. ADJOURNMENT 05516266 requirements from days to hours. According to the 2002 Michigan Annual Drunk Driving Audit. 8.954 persons were injured and 358 killed in 15.209 alcohol-related crashes that year. In 2002. there were 5*7.789 alcoholrelated arrests and 57.542 convicttons. . * PUBLIC NOTICE The Village of Middleville Village Council has cancelled its regularly scheduled August 12. 2003. meeting date. The new meeting date of the Village Council will be held on Wednesday. August 6. 2003. at 7 p.m. at the Village Hall located at 100 East Main Street. Middleville. Michigan. POSITION AVAILABLE Secretary to Lee Elementary Principal School Year with additional 5 weeks 37 1/2 hrs. per week. High School Diploma required. Excellent communication skills. Proficiency with Work and Front Page Software. General secretarial duties. Please apply in writing nil Jerry Mueller, Principal Thomapple Kellogg - Lee Elementary 10051 Green Lake Road Middleville. Michigan 49333 WANTED: Ordinance Enforcement Officer The Village of Middleville and the Township of Thomapple is seeking a qualified person to act as an assistant ordinance enforcement officer for both units of government. The officer would enforce Village and Township ordinances, and be under the direct supervision of the Village/Township Planner. It is expected this would be a part time position with hourly wage to be paid from the respective units of government it would be desirable if the applicant has knowledge of the ordinances pertain ing to zoning, land use, signs, subdivisions, etc. to accu­ rately interpret and enforce them A job description for this position is available from the Village Office, 100 E Main Street or the Township Office, 200 E Main Street, Middleville, or by emailing Bryan Groesbeck at YOml ©iserv.net- Position is open until filled. The Village of Middleville and Thornapple Township are EOE. Now Accepting New Clients! C&K Business Services LLC—CPA Tax Preparation, Planning, Advisory Free Initial Coesiltation! Bookkeeping, Payroll and Tax Filing Business Accounting Systems— Great Plains, QuickBooks—Training, Implementation and support. Microsoft 4/2 Eesr Street Cale^ui. tf/ 49316 02SS4936 Tel: 616-891-5789 �The Sun and News. Mtddtevtlte. August 5/ Page 13 CHERRY VALLEY DENTAL KEVIN VANDERHEIDE, D.D.S. 9809 Cherry Valley, Suite G Caledonia, Ml 49316 “Dr. VanderHeide's great personality made me feel at ease. He took time to explain all my options and I was extremely happy with the work done.' — Kirn-Owner of Essential Bean “I've always been anxious about going to the dentist, but Dr VanderHeide made the appointment fun and comfortable for me." — Liz Sorsen. Community School Teacher • GREAT WITH KIDS Timothy and Co. softball team takes league title Call for Classifieds 945-9554 « 1-800-870-7085 appear. Sweet potatoes: Halved lengthwise and place cut­ side down on the grill. Cook 6 to 8 minutes until grill marks appear. Tomatoes: If using large tomatoes, cut into quarters. Cut plum tomatoes length­ wise. You can also grill cher­ ry tomatoes. Cook 2 to 4 minutes and turn when grill marks appear. Zucchini/yellow squash: Cut in half lengthwise and place cut-side down. Cook 3 to 5 minutes. Squash cook quickly so watch closely. Enjoy! 891 -4424 ENTER TO WIN A FREE BLEACH KIT Mr. Bob Zylstra will sell the following personal property at auction on: Saturday, August 9 • 10 a.m. 7350 68th St., Caledonia, MI Directions: From Caledonia, follow M37 north to 68th St.. east to auction toward Alaska Follow auction ANTIQUES & COLLECTIBLE'S: 5() leather post cards from 1900 1909. 1 card Ixxird jx*.t rani. u den :x 4 card; primitive took; primitive table; picture frames, wooden shutters. 5 & 10 gal nulk cans, lantern*. 2 & 6 jw window sashes; tempered 1/4 in plate glass in 2 ft x 5 ft. 2 1/2 ft x 5 ft and 3 ft and 5 ft 4ed wheels, wooden boxes; oak chairs; laundry boiling kettle. 3 spittoons; step table; old accordion. Victorian lamps, wood ironing boards, wooden butter bowk, beveled edge mirror, square cast iron canning stove, large enamel pots, hall table oak towd rack; books, oak framed mirror, wall display cabinet, cobbler s lathe, sausage grinder, erector set in wooden box ca 1930; bung spickets, folding stool, child's pedal go-cart, cast iron bench legs. Vale coffee wooden box. horse hames. adze, hewing ax. bottle capper. Black Americana pictures, kerosene lamps. Greenville & Ionia crates, oil lamps; cast iron Budweiser team; Coca Cola 1975 Bear Bryant. lightcnnxi rod holder. Currier & Ives plates, radio box. foot trunk, beam auger, quilts, wooden hopper box; school bench, chicken feeder. Ixx4cdielf, wall glass lamp, primitive sewing machine table, dough bowl hide stretcher board, wooden mallets, smudge pots cast electric heater; friction rocket car. wind up toy; older repo of fire pumper, oak drop leaf table, oak chiars, treadle sewing machine base. Ford emblems; smoking memorabilia. cigars; Confederate cast iron officer & soldier S in Fresh ideas for grilling fruits and vegetables buildup encourages food to stick. • Keep a spray bottle of water handy in case flames flare up; aim the bottle where the fat or marinade is drip­ ping onto the coals. • Start food items over medium heat (medium coals glow through a layer of gray ash) to sear their skins. Turn every 1 to 2 minutes, and then remove them to the side of the rack over indirect heat to finish cooking. The easiest way to tell if foods are done is to poke them with a fork or skewer. Bell peppers; halve and stem them and remove seeds: grill 3-5 minutes, skin-side down, turn when grill marks appear. Carrots: Cook whole for 3 to 5 minutes on each side, covered over moderate heal. Com without husk: Cook whole for 5 to 7 minutes on each side until lightly browned on all sides. Com in husk: Cook whole for 15 to 20 minutes on each side. Before cooking, soak ears in water for 20 to 30 minutes. Mushrooms: Cook whole with stems removed for 2 to 4 minutes on each side. Cook topside down, turn when grill marks appear Onions: Cook halved for 5 to 7 minutes Start with the cut-side down, turn when fully browned. Potatoes: Halved length­ wise and cook 2 to 4 minutes w ith the cut-side down. Cook until grill marks appear Summer Squash: Halved lengthwise or slice I-inch thick for skewers. Cook 4 to 5 minutes with the cut-side down until grill marks • HONEST, QUALITY SERVICE DONE WITH INTEGRITY PUBLIC AUCTION The Caledonia sixth, seventh, and eighth grade girls’ softball league finished up its season with the Timothy and Company team taking first place honors in the champi­ onship playoff games. The team consists of (front from left) Tiffany Kim, Brittany Christopher, Ashley Kamp, (middle) Kristi Page. Allison Brenner. Brianna Swartz, Madalyn Sandtveit, (back) coach Sheila Swartz. Destinee Wolf. Michelle Walker. Angie VandenBout, assistant coach Jerry Page, and team sponsor Tom Kim of Timothy and Company. (Missing from photo is Kassy Parker.) When it’s time to fire up the grill, don’t forget fresh vegetables that are now com­ ing into season. Grill vegeta­ bles as a main dish or a quick side dish. Vegetables that are firm and ripe work best for grilling. Great choices include bell peppers, mush­ rooms. onions, tomatoes, zucchini, yellow squash or summer squash. If grilling denser items, such as pota­ toes. sweet potato and car­ rots. pre-cook first. Place large pieces directly on the grill or smaller pieces on skewers. To prevent sticking to the grill, baste items very lightly with melted butter, a non-stick vegetable oil spray or a marinade. You can season vegetables with herbs, such as dill, thyme, rosemary. oregano or tarragon. Things keep in mind for successful grilling: • Combine foods that cook in about the same amount of time. • Cut foods (meats as well as fruits and vegetables) into roughly equal sizes for even cooking. • If you don’t have metal skewers, disposable bamboo skewers will do. To keep bamboo from burning, soak sticks in water for an hour before cooking. • Keep gnll clean. Charred (616) figurines, toothpick holder; pipe holder, kitchen collectibles, cigarette lighters, wooden cabinet, tramp art carving, early catcher's mask; 48 star flag; cast iron com bread skillet, advertising wooden boxes, child's swlvd wooden chair, side boards for flyer wagon, milk bottles; etched glass, pressed glass china pieces; metal first aid box. ftre starter, woven hamper, medicine bottles, child s lunch pail, carpenter s box. sewing table. Radio flyer wagon. IwmkI stitched soft ball; 1882 power screw driver; English riding spats, pistol holsters, hat rack. Spencer Bartlett lantern German Feuerhand; Russian tank helmet. Creston milk tote, bike siren, buggy wheels, metal stool, ink rollers counter display case. Mash 4077 6 pack: eveners; lamp holder, Turn a shelf display apple butter ladle primitive horse twitch; old commercial sewing machine; sad irons; Steamer cuff iron with flutter, kerosene heated iron, soap stone iron; hump back shoe shine box; bean crock, gallon jar; blue heart 3 gal jug; Grand Rapids Kol-Tona bottle, wine bottles; advertising tins; salt dips; shot glasses; baby root beer mugs; flower frogs, pm ball game, framed ad for Perfection Heater; spooners; glass auto vase; creamers; candle sticks; glass honey dippers, hurricane seeder, condiment holder; porcelain table tops; day European chimney top; foundry cart; kerosene lamp w/cranberry bowl w/hanger; hump back trunk, round 3 legged table; mission style book shelf; 5 ft standing book case, serpentine front dresser. MISC.: Like new recliner; Steelcase office chair; pre hung door; records, ammo box. mist glassware wind-xv. shelving; table saw; log chain; lawn sweeper, lawn roller; wire flamingo; room heater, weed knife, wooden ladders Christmas items; power driver. adult novelty tooth brushes; golf dubs, metal cash box; canning jars, kiln curing rack, coffee server-warmer; computer with hard drive, printer & HP 1200 EP scanner, many other small misc items APPLETREE AUCTIONEERING IV. 517 Grand Street - Hastings, Ml 49058 jfck Professional Father I Daughter Auction Team Jim Lumbert & Jennifer Morawski . 06569664 269-945-0020 appletreeauctions@msn.com 500 ARLINGTON ST (M 37) MIDDU VIUJ JSOMOi 269-795-3550 SETTIN THE PACE fo/VO/fnC ttwyknow- Complete Auto care specialist f PONT a WAS BRAKES $20°° OFF WHEEL ALIGNMENT TUNE-UP SPECIAL $500 OFF $2000 OFF A/C SERVICE $2995 OIL CHANCE SPECIAL �. Page 147he Sun and News. MtddlevHle August 5. 2003 Red Cross safety Q&A: Do you have the right stuff? ... 269-795-7830 bun's During J Most water tragedies are the right equipment on hand preventable Stumps, so whether at is key. Clearing, Driveways home or at the beach, lake or Angie Gresley. American BLACK TOPSOIL1 DOZER WORK | Screened or Unscreened [ Sand, Gravel, Crushed Concrete at a neighbors pool, having | Red Cross Health and Safety IMMACULATE HOME ON 1.3 ACRES! This quality built 3 bedroom, 3 bath home is set on 1.3 acres Features lots of kitchen cabi­ nets, walk-in pantry, breakfast nook, gas fire­ place, 10 x 14 deck, main floor laundry, spa­ cious 2.5 garage, and includes all appliances! 7946 Serenity Drive priced at only $214,900’ properties com fXPCKTS IN KfAL t STATI Call Tim Forell (616)459-1404 Expert, explains the proper safety equipment helps to ensure everyone stays safe: /. Question: Many parents use inflatable water wings or little tubes with blow-up vests as floatation devices for their children when in the water. Is there a false sense of security that these items are safe? Answer'. Water wings and inflatable toys are great fun but they are just that. toys. These items may provide a false sense of security and should not be relied upon for safety. It’s vital that parents and caregivers know the dif­ ference between toys and proper safety gear. Kids and adults - who are not strong swimmers or who appear to rely on inflatable toys for safety should wear US Coast Guard approved personal flotation devices (PDFs) whenever they are in or around the water. Parents will know it is US Coast Guard approved because it’ll be clearly marked on the vest. Each person should have the appropriate PDF for his or her weight, which is found clearly marked in the Coast Guard stamp. Used properly, these plas­ tic vests will help save lives! 2. Question: Once a child is properly geared up. is it okay to leave them unsuper­ vised for short periods while in or near the water? Answer: No. It only takes Dwj Days of Scutum Safe! 99 Chevy 3/4 Ton 00 Chevy Cavalier Exended Cab 4x4. htqh miles 98 Subaru AWD Legacy Outback Ltd. kAuto . 73K 02 Buick recal LS Leather 5700 miles *16,995 a second for an emergency, such as a near drowning or injury, to occur. No matter what a child is wearing and no matter what flotation items are at hand, he or she should never be left unat­ tended in or around the water. Parents should always practice "reach supervision" which means that he or she is within arm’s length of the child at all times. 3. Question: How about families with home pools, what type of safety measures are needed? At the Red Cross our first “rule of the pool” is to leam to swim and leam to swim well. It is one of the best gifts you can give a child. A few safety measures that must be enforced in every household are: • Never, ever leave anyone swim alone. Even as an adult, you shouldn’t swim by yourself. No one. no matter how experienced, is “drown­ proof.” We say this because at anytime someone can have a medical or health emer­ gency while in the water and may need assistance. • Leam Red Cross first aid and CPR. While the above tips can help prevent emer­ gencies. it is important to know what to do if a situa­ tion arises. The Red Cross recommends that at least one person in every household know these lifesaving skills. This includes any caregivers - for instance babysitters or grandparents. The proper equipment is key to have on hand in case an emergency occurs: • The pool should have a fence that completely sur­ rounds all sides with a self­ closing, self-latching gate. It should be off limits unless identified as “pool time” and again as adult is present. • Keep a cordless phone poolside; it’s not only a quick way to dial 911, but you won’t have to leave kids unattended to run in the house and answer a call. Include a phone list with emergency contact informa­ tion. • A first aid kit contains plastic face shields, which can help prevent disease transmission, says Angie Gresley. “These items cou­ pled with a pool emergency action plan are a good idea.” Other lifesaving equipment includes a ring buoy with a line attached and a reaching pole. With this equipment, you can help some person in trouble without going into the water yourself. Plastic ring buoys are easy to maneuver so that even a child can use one if the need arises to help save a life.” says Angie Gresley. Having a plan and the right equipment like the phone and the plastic breathing bar­ rier helps everyone breath easier. For more informal ion on staying safe in and around the water visit www.calhQvnbranchmi.re4gaM.9rg or contact the Calhoun/Branch County American Red Cross chapter a: 209 962 7328 > our local American Red Cross is a United Way Program Delivery Partner. Governed by volunteers and supported by community donations, the American Red Cross is a nationwide net­ work of local community supporters - volunteers, blood donors, and financial donors - organized into nearly 1.000 chapters. Blood Services regions and field units dedicated to saving lives and helping people pre­ vent. prepare for and respond to emergencies. Led by 1.2 million volunteers and 36.000 employees, the Red Cross annually mobilizes relief to families affected by more than 67.000 disasters, trains nearly 12 million peo­ ple in lifesaving skills and exchanges more than a mil­ ium emergency messages for US. military" services per­ sonnel and their families. 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So, you get the best tasting chicken without the increased fatff Dine In or Take Out CALEDONIA, Ml 891-1287 or 795-3*40 *2.09 *1.89 * .99 * .99 * .99 Market (616) 891-5555 • Restaurant (616) 891-5557 9740 Cherry Valley Road (M-37) efft^D^NIA i Bl« O FIs* �e Page 16/The Sun and News. Mtddtevilfe. August 5. 2003 Celebrate culture, tradition, community at Great Lakes Folk Festival Aug. 8-10 The performance schedule is now in place for the Great Lakes Folk Festival, Aug. 810 in downtown East Lansing. Produced by the Michigan Stale University Museum, the festival is a three-day celebration of cul­ ture. tradition and communi­ ty In all, the weekend fea­ tures more than 75 perform­ ances on Five music and of East Lansing. New for 2003 is the Legacy Stage, featuring tra­ ditional arts performances on Saturday and Sunday from the MSU Museum's Michigan Traditional Arts Apprenticeship Program bones and spoons playing. East Indian dance. Highland bagpipes. Finnish accordion and the Swedish nyckelharpa. dance stages. Dance lessons will also preceded mans sets, so festival-goers can learn the basics of Cajun, polka and Scandinavian styles. Read more about it on the GIFF web site al: http://wwwgreatlakesfolksfest.net/Schedule/Music/ind ex.html. (The schedule may be subject to change ) Major funding for the music pro­ gram is provided by the City “The festival creates an engaging and enduring expe­ rience through the diversity of performances and activi­ ties." explains Marsha .MacDowell. GLFF festival director and curator of folk arts at the MSU Museum. "It also gives festival-goers a greater understanding and appreciation for the contribu­ tions of many cultures to our nation's development and our collective cultural her­ itage - which is especially important in today’s socie­ ty." she adds. Throughout the streets of downtown East Lansing, vis­ itors can take in all the great elements of the festival pro­ gram: musical performances and Traditions Showcases with musicians getting together from many bands to trade their stories, influences and techniques; dance per­ formances; Taste of Traditions Food Court with regional and ethnic food spe­ cialities; Children's Folk Activities Area, where kids take the lead in sharing cus­ toms, crafts and creative group projects; and the Michigan Heritage Awards, honoring the state’s leading artists in music, arts and community folklife. The Great Lakes Folk Festival is produced by the MSU Museum’s Michigan Traditional Arts Program, with major support from the MSU Office of the Provost, the Michigan Council of Arts and Cultural Affairs. City of East Lansing. National Endowment for the Arts. Michigan Humanities Council, and many private and public sponsors. Festival hours Hours of GLIFF perform­ ances and activities are: Friday. August 8. 6-10:30 p.m.; Saturday. August 9. noon-10:30 p.m.; and Sunday. August 10. noon-6 p.m. The festival is present­ ed free of charge. Free public bus service by CATA will be available from both East Lansing and MSU parking areas. CATA’s Great Lakes Folk Festival Health Costs Making You MAD? bus route operates approxi­ mately every 10 minutes. Festival patrons may board the bus at commuter parking areas designated at the Abbot Center at Abbott and Saginaw. Parking Lot 91 at Service and Hagadom roads on the MSU campus or at any CATA bus stop long the route. For more information on GLFF. contact the MSU Museum at (517) 432-GLFF or see hup 7/www.greatlakes fd kfestnet for per former biographies, sched­ ules. and detail on volunteer­ ing at the festival. INDIVIDUALS INDEPENDENT CONTRACTORS SELF-EMPLOYED SMALL BUSINESS OWNERS IT’S FINALLY HERE!!! Health Insurance for you and your family at AFFORDABLE RATES!! 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No. 33/Auugust 12, 2003 Interviews to begin this evening Caledonia supt. search down to 6 finalists by Cathy Rueter Staff Writer The Caledonia Board of Education last Thursday night narrowed the list of superin­ tendent candidates to six. The search for a new administrator became neces­ sary with the resignation of Dr. Douglas Busman at the end of the 2002-03 school year when he took a profes­ sorship with Grand Valley State University. The finalists are Thomas M. l^angdon. superintendent at Walkerville Public Schools; Elizabeth Rowe Godwin, superintendent of Decatur Public Schools; Janet M Bums, superintendent of the River Valley School District in Three Oaks; Charles J. Seguna. superin­ tendent of the Fulton Middleton schools; Ronald Archer, superintendent of the Delton Kellogg school dis­ trict. and Michael F. Koster, superintendent of the Hart Public School*. Dr. Carl Hartman of the Michigan Association of School Boards has been hired to provide help in outlining the criteria required in a new superintendent, as well as qualities needed for the job in Caledonia. Community and staff members have had many opportunities in the monthslong search to add their com­ ments and wish lists to what they would like to see in the new administrator. A candidate profile was defined before the personnel committee started their scruti­ ny of more than 40 applica­ tions for the position. The first paragraph of the profile revealed the basis for district leadership. "The school district seeks an inno­ vative. resourceful, child-cen­ tered education leader with a clear vision and commitment to learn in our pursuit of excellence..." Though these qualities may seem somewhat arbitrary and subjective, other criteria were not so illusory. The profile states that the successful can­ didate must meet all NCA (North Central Accreditation) standards for superintendents. Whereas an earned doctorate would be preferred, it is required that candidates must possess a master’s degree plus 30 hours. Other qualifying factors include a broad educational background in cirriculum. personnel management and education technology, an understanding of fiscal man­ agement as well as the school budgeting process. The profile went on to describe critiria desired in the new superintendent candi­ date. including those of pro­ fessional leadership skills, specialized skills and person­ al characteristics. Desired professional lead­ ership skills include, but are not limited to. an awareness of current trends in education, knowledge and experience in strategic planning and a demonstrated ability to work cooperatively with board members. Preferred specialized quali­ ties included excellent com­ munications skills in addition to being a team builder, facil­ itator and consensus builder. With the current budgetary concerns a demonstrated abil­ ity to maximize resources and a track record of high initia­ tive coupled with illustrated accomplishments was includ­ ed in the guidelines. Personal characteristics covered such items as posi­ tive relationships with staff, students, parents and commu­ nity. Ethics and integrity, compassion and decision making capabilities were also cited as desirable and neces­ sary qualities for a district leader. The personnel committee had whittled the list of 43 candidates down to eight prospective applicants. "It doesn't mean that the others weren’t good." said Board Secretary Bemie Nagel. "It just means we’re trying to find the best of the best." "I’d like to commend the Personnel Committee, Middleville Village Manager to take post in Greenville by David T. Young Editor Middleville Village Manager Bryan Groesbeck is leaving at the end of this month to take a post w ith the City of Greenville. Groesbeck, who appointed village manager at Middleville in August 1999. said Wednesday afternoon that his last day will be Friday. Aug. 29. After that, he will be working as Greenville’s assistant city manager/economic develop­ ment director. His immediate superior will be Greenville City Manager George Bosaic. Groesbeck, who currently makes $43,000 tn his job at Middleville, accepted Greenville’s job offer last week, but the announcement wasn’t made by Bosaic until Tuesday. The Middleville Village Council met Wednesday night to discuss his departure “I’m really proud of the things we’ve been able to accomplish over the past four Bryan Gruesbeck years,” Groesbeck said. “But we couldn't have done it without the staff we have in place here 1 think there are great things that are going to happen here. Middleville is definitely a community on the rise.” He said his greatest satis­ faction has been the way the community has worked to together and cooperated on the downtown project and stagecoach, which he said helps define Middleville and its future attractiveness. “I was pleasantly taken aback al how well the people have worked together and al the personal commitments by the Village Council to rebuild and expand the infrastruc­ ture.” He said sewer and water expansion still are needed, but much of the groundwork for the future has been laid. Gruesbeck was hired in January 1999 as assistant vil­ lage manager ani planner and he was elevated to village manager in August after David Arking was dismissed. He holds a bachelor’s degree in political science from Central Michigan University. where he also earned his master’s degree in public administration. Before he came to Middleville. Gruesbeck was a planning and research associate for the Heart of West Michigan United Way in Grand Rapids because they've done a Yeoman’s duty," said Hartman. "They took the full list of 43 down to eight that the committee felt had poten­ tial to look at as a board." "After narrowing it down to eight we looked in depth into the references," said Nagel. "We really put a lot of weight into the references," said Trustee Robert Lillie. Each competitor was first screened through the MASB process to become a prospec­ tive contender. The resulting eight then were brought to the special board meeting last Thursday for further discus­ sion by the entire board. It is not required that the new superintendent live in the community but it is highly suggested. Dr. Hartman and colleague Larry Spencer assisted the board during the meeting by reviewing each of the eight resumes and revisiting the board’s original criterion pro file. The field then was nar­ rowed to six Thursday night. The following candidates See superintendent, page 12 Caledonia Twp. officials to get 3-8 % pay hikes by Ruth Zachary Staff Writer If Caledonia Township Board members accept the Caledonia Compensation Commission’s recommenda­ tions last Wednesday, they'll get between 3 and 8 percent salary increases for 2004 and 2005. The board must accept the recommendations or repeal them in their entirety. If the board does nothing, the changes automatically go into effect in 45 days. The commission, estab­ lished two years ago and rep­ resented by John Buchan, used 10 to 12 townships, based on state equalized valu­ ation (SEV) and population for comparison. Job content, hours, current salary, prior raises and special circum­ stances for the township were considered. They used town­ ship compensation surveys and assessments, and talked to associations to gather data, summarize and consider details supporting their rec­ ommendations. "We believe Caledonia’s growth potential and opportu­ nities rival most of those townships we looked at. as a place to work and a place to live,” Buchan said. "We felt compensation must not deter attracting the best talent." but entice it. The commission also intended to make responsible recommendations in view of the difficult business climate in the area w ith many major firms, such as Steelcase, hav­ ing layoffs. Caledoro i Village recently approved increases of 3 per­ cent to salaries. Other com­ parisons were made. Buchan said about increase percentages. The Employers Association average for all categories is roughly for 3.28 percent. Michigan COLA was 1.5 percent. "The^verage w age in Kent County is $34,000.“ The salary recommended for supervisor was to be $27,087 for next year and $29,254 for 2005, based on a 30-hour work week. Many supervisors are paid an aver­ age of $36,500. Supervisor Bryan Harrison said he actually works between 15 and 20 hours, and was embarrassed over the amount. He said the clerk and treasurer put in much more time. "It is difficult to see increases in the 5 to 8 percent range during hard economic times," he said. He acknowledged the job has been part time, but he works very hard, and some future supervisor might work many more hours and require an adjustment, and he would support the recommenda­ tions. Harrison said later he was told the committee "goals were to make sure that our public officials are fairly compensated based on the duties of the position and comparable pay in similar communities.” The treasurer is to be com­ pensated at $31,439 in 2(X)4 and $32,381 for the following year. Treasurer Jill Cardwell thanked the commission for their work. She said there were big changes in tax administration anticipated in 2004. She said many of the office staff have not had a raise in two years, and she hoped action would be taken to remedy that. The clerk's salary is to be $30,668 for next year and $31,588 for 2005. Trustees are to be paid at a rate of $102 per meeting in 2004 and increased to $110 per meeting in 2005. The average per diem is $ 156 per meeting, Buchan said. Commission member Mary Christi said because the board did not have a chance to pre­ view this information, they would recommend tabling this, and the commission would return to answer ques­ tions before the Township Board's vote. Members of the commis­ sion are Buchan, Christi. Katherine Newell. William Zourdos and Tim Moms. In the tax administration related matter, Cardwell reported that the county tax administration system is to be decentralized, and the town­ ships again will take on those duties. Over six years, the savings over the county sys­ tem will be about $125,000 and will bring work into the township. New software will be need­ ed. she said. In order to con­ vert historical data, there will be an additional costs. The current computer software system will not support the change, Cardwell said. In This Issue... • Farm preservation program set in Gaines Twp. • Kinsey St. development still an option in Caledonia • Lakeside cemetery to be enlarged • Caledonia Twp. Plan Commission approves light industrial site plan �— aage 2/The Sun and News. Middievitie. -■ z, <ruuj Page Middleville. augusi August *2, 2003 TORE! Our Library' fund-raiser tees off by Cathy Rueter Staff Writer The Friends of the Caledonia Library need vol­ unteers for their upcoming mini-golf fund-raiser but the actual holes are starting to take shape. (The goal of at least nine holes has been met with a tentative number of 14. Several of the holes are near­ ing completion, including a handcrafted lighthouse by the Rushmore Family. Martha Chuck and Rushmore, along with their 19. and sons Keagan. | Andrew, 16. decided to design and donate a light­ house themed hole because of Chuck's relatively new busi­ ness. Fidere. LLC. It’s from the Latin root word for trust. He feels that the insurance and health plan business requires people to put their trust in him. just as long-ago sailors put their trust in light­ houses during stormy weath­ er. The Rushmore lighthouse, which will be auctioned off at the end of the fund-raiser, as will all the holes, comes com- Barry Homemakers ________ jCounty _____ 7 ____ icmakers lg» 46th Christmas Crafts Show Middle School in Hastings a Saturday, Nov. 1st, 2003 | > plete with a candle light at the top. The library fund-raiser is meaningful to the Rushmores because, as Martha puts it. The library has been impor­ tant to us. As homeschoolers, Jane (Heiss, head librarian at the Caledonia Branch of the Kent District Library ) was really supportive from the first moment we got here (in Caledonia)." The Rushmores live in the Caledonia Township. Their four schedules conflicted enough that a family vacation wasn't feasible this summer so they decided to "something constructive" together instead. "Everybody did a little bit,” said Chuck, about the con­ struction of the lighthouse. "Everybody sanded, every­ body glued...." The finishing touches were Now renting craft spaces 535 - 8x10’ Non-profit groups $15 and $20 Nancy Durbin, 269-945-9573 traveler49058©yah<x).com Las Vegas Chicago Midway Flint New thru from Chuck & Martha Rushmore, along with their sons Keagan, 19. and Andrew, 16. (not pictured) built this lighthouse for the upcoming FORE! Our Library’ fundraiser in September. Stratosphere S4 9Q99 Hotel & Casino “T fc Z/ being put on the Rushmore lighthouse as of press time. Though the actual runway for their particular course has yet to be completed, the light­ house itself will be available for show, at the Caledonia branch of the Kent District Library, for the next couple of weeks. "We’re really thankful that Jane’s let us put (the light­ house) in the library," said Martha. "We’re hoping it will draw attention to the fund­ raiser." The TORE! Our Library’ committee is still seeking vol­ unteers for the event which is scheduled for the weekends of Sept. 12-14 and 19-21. Shifts of four hours are being scheduled for such activities as hole attendance, entrance and exit areas, silent auction tables and a children’s table. In particular, volunteers are needed for setup and tear down each day (due to insur­ ance purposes). In addition to the miniature golf course fun, there will be 3 Nights from Circus Circus S4 4Q99 Hotel & Casino "T "T Z/ 3 Nights from ASK ABOUT OUR MIDWAY PARKING OPTIONS! 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Maternity and Men s Clothing Hours Mon. & Wed. 10-7., Tues, Thun & Fri. 10-6, Sat KM 9175 Cherry Valley (M-37), Sic. J <jmi north of McDonald %. in the Glen Saifcy Retail Mall i art* jot tu^! �The Sun and News. Mddlevilte. Ml August 12. 2003/ Page 3 Caledonia seeks volunteer to tape meetings for TV High school drawing winner Scott Blood is congratulated by Susan Foster. by Ruth Zachary Staff Writer The Caledonia Township Board last Wednesday agreed to spend $5,000 to repair pub­ lic access cable television equipment and place it into a secure environment. Many residents who pay fees for the service say they would like to see the local programming, which has not been broadcast since early this year. Trustee Richard Robertson said. "I think we have an obli­ gation since we receive approximately $20,000 a year from the subscribers to pro­ vide some programs.” Tom Apol. who has volun­ tarily taped township and vil­ lage meetings for years, has explained that he cannot make the equipment work any more. He has been able to get the bulletin board back, but not local programming. Security of the equipment is thought to be at risk where it is located in the basement of the town hall. It is believed to have been tampered with, which is why programming is not being shown now. One resident. Earl Jordan, asked for live coverage of meetings, but if equipment is MILLER MEANS... Pictured are Deborah Wert, Cheryl Mosey, Susan Foster, Meghan Foote, Joshua Foote and Don Johnson. ‘A Is for Excellence' winners announced Thomapple Financial Center and Money Concepts sponsored the “A is for Excellence" program for its second year at Thomapple Kellogg Schools and the par­ ticipation continues to grow. “We are thankful for the parents and the schools encouraging their students to be a part of our program." said Susan A. Foster, associ­ ate regional vice president of the local firm. “A picture of our second quarter winners even made it into the middle school yearbook. We saw many more students enter this year and it is great to be able to see all those outstanding report cards. “We look forward to con­ tinuing this program next school year.” Winners for the fourth marking period for school year 2002-2003 were Megan Foote of Page Elementary'; Don Johnson. TK Middle School, and Scon Blood. TK High School. Each has been given a $25 gift certificate to Craig’s Cruisers. All the names entered this school year were placed into the annual drawing for one $100 savings bond. The win­ ner of our grand prize was Josh Foote. Thomapple Financial Concepts includes Foster; Associate Regional Vice President John C. Anderson; Deborah L. Wert, account executive, and Cheryl J. Mosey, executive assistant. Middleville & Gun lake Area Office 317 Arlington, Middleville. MI brought up to standard, that is not likely. Apol said he would like to retire from his voluntary post. It was thought earlier that stu­ dents would serve in that capacity, but no one was pres­ ent to tape the meeting Aug. 6. so Apol filled in. Supervisor Bryan Harrison said it was really an equip­ Miller REAL ESTATE ment and security issue. A paid position with a commu­ nity member was offered, but problems have persisted nonetheless. Township Trustee Bill Bravata appealed to citizens who have skills connected with cable TV’ to volunteer, and urged they contact the township office. SOLD! 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(^fainlA < tyndrotp LOCAL CHURCH DIRECTORY ALASKA BAPTIST CHURCH A Liling Church - Serving a Liling Lord Morning Worship 9 30 a m Fellowship Time ....................... 10:35 a.m Sunday Sc hool.............................. 10 50 a m. Evening Praise .................... 6:00 p.m. WEDNESDAY Family Night 6 30 p m. 7240 68th Street, SE - Caledonia 2 miles east of M-37 Pastor, /Jr Brian F Harrison Youth Pastor Kevin Stiles C 0 M M III I I I C H B R C H a place to belong a place to become FIRST BAPTIST M-37, north of Middleville • ^95-9726 Bruce \ Stewart. Senior Pmiw Tun A. Vine. Awt. PaMor Youth Douglas G. Beason. Visitation Pastor Gary Weaver, Musk Minister Pastor David Stewart. CE ■ ( hildren * Pastor 10:00 a.m. 11:15 a.m. 6:00 p.m. YOU ARE INVITED Rev. Tom DeVries. Pastor - 795-9901 Worship 9:30 a.m. Sunday Sc hool........................... 1L00 a m. Adult Bible Class 11:00 a.m. Rev E Anthony Sikora Church: (616) 795-2391 Located near the corner of M-37 and McCann Sunday Worship 9:30 a m. and 690 p.m. (Child & Aduh) (During the School Year) Services at 9 30 a m and 6 p.m 3449 - 76th St. S.E., Caledonia 698-9660 Rev. R. Scott Greenway, Pastor Keith Stulp, Youth Director Al Tiemeyer, Community Calling 9255 84th Street, Alto, Ml 49302 Otte mile east of Whitneyville Rd A Church for today’s world Spirit-filled family Church. Church Office: (616) 891-1512 M-37 al 100th Si. Rev P Adams Phone 891 -8440 Sunday School for ages 3 yr. thru 6th grade. Sr. High, Sun. 6:30 pm Jr. High. Sun. 6:30 pm GUN LAKE COMMUNITY CHURCH & PRESCHOOL 4^3 tEIje ®lti lEimc XjL/fEletljoljist <£I)iircfj 12200 Wnl M 179 Highway iChief Noonday Road) Wayland, Ml 49348 Kraft Avenue at Johnson Street /tev. Meeting you. your friends, and your family right where you 're at. Dave LeBlanc, Pastor Phone 891-9259 Saturday Evening Mass ... .5:00 p.m. Sunday Mass . .9:00 a.m. & 11:00 a.m. GUN LAKE COMMUNITY church Sunday Worship: 9 00 am or 10:30 im. Wednesday Worship 6 30 pan. 5590 VWiitneyville Ave., S.E. Alto, Ml 49302 Sunday School... 10:00 am. Morning Wofship...11:00 am. Evening Worship...6:00 p.m. Wednesday Prayer Meeting...7:00 p.m. Rev. Royle Bailard, Pastor Phone 868-6437 269-795-7903 WWW gunlakecummunrty church org A CALEDONIAH UNITED METHODIST Summer Worship Schedule (through Aug 31) 10:00 a m.......................... Worship & Jr. Church ll.-00a.rn Coffee Fellowship (Nursery Available Throughout) Re* Norman Kohns • (616) 891-8167 (Wh Office. 616-89144669 Fax 891 -XO4* • * ww caledonuuunc arg Christ ALASKA CONGREGATION M-37 between Middleville & Caledonia Community Cburets \ Place for Fanils & Friends 6201 Uhitnes s Avenue. Aho CHRISTIAN REFORMED Sunday Worship: 8:30 a.m. Traditional 11 a.m. Contemporary 6 p.m. Praise/Bible Stud) Catnetnfctvs Worship 9:30a_m Res'. Dr. Jack Doorlag, Interim Minister Sunday School fur .All Ages 10:45am Evening Worship 6:00p.m Nursery & children s acuvines during all services. Pastor Roger Pullman • Church Office 868-0391 For more information (616) 891-8119 W »w LaAesafecummunin urg or www.pcacechurch.ee Leighton Church Located in Leighton Tow miup Corner of 2nd Street and U2nd Avenue Redeemer Covenant Church —Lighting Up Lives for God— Sunday 1050 tm Suatat Sdtod for Al Ages 1000 a m Morning Worship 1100am Sunday Ewneg Seroce 600 pm family Nitfit 545-&00 pm Wed Fellow ship 7:30 p m FT Fnends Pie-Schoot-Ms (Sept April . . 9^45 un Pastor EG. Frizzell Church Ph. 616-868-6810 • Pastor j Ph. 616-997-6780 + St Paul Lutheran Church Missouri Sgnod Comar of 54th St and Kraft in Caledonia 1 mile west of M-37 Traditional Service Acoustic Praise & Worship Service 5:30 AM 1100 AM St Paul Lutheran Church Sunday School & Aduh Bible Study 9*S AM AH Services have a Nursenj available • Bamer Free Pastor Robert Gerke • Pastor David Ziehr Office Phone 891-56SS SS. CYRIL and METHODIUS CHURCH 159 131st AVENUE WAYLAND, Ml M. Preaching the Living WordServing The Risen Lord Sunday School ........................ 9:30 a.m. Sunday Morning Worship .10:30 a.m. (Jr. Church & Nursery available.) Currently meeting at: Emmons Like Elementary 8950 Kraft SE, Caledonia Rev Dennis Ross Church: (616) 868-7425 UNITED METHODIST CHURCHES Middleville - Parmelee Parmelee Morning Worship..............9:30 a.m Middleville Morning Worship . 11:00 a.m. Rev l^ee /.achman Church Office Phone 795-9266 ajDara Ttadtaunal 11-00 m Ojnaeapotan fr30 pa BAS TOWNSEND. Paaaur (616) 891-8028 • »■»» 3ngfiaonchun.trorg Church Finding the Way Together! An informal, contemporary church committed to our community. Sunday Worship is at 10:00am In Caledonia Middle School s cafeteria. Everyone is welcome! Pastor: Rev. Josh Blunt Contact our Dutton office at (616) 63-63-WAY Check our web site. wayfarercc ory whitneyville Bible Church 8546 Whrtneyvle Ave or 84m St • 891-8661 Pause Staging Church School. Sunday............. Vicar - Rav. David T. Hu st wick Community Lakeside Worship 930 am Chnsnan Education HourlbOOim Wednesday 2 8146 68fh St. near Whrtneyv«e Ave Wednesday 6:00 P.M. Evening Prayer phon* 795-2370 or 548-9327 WAYFARER. 250 V ine Street t M-37 to Emmons to Vine i Aug 17: Guest Preacher - Mr Robert BnsiiM W HAT DID JESUS SAY? “Baa Baa Black Sheep*' I |Q W*C L—. ■——I 11:00 A.M. Holy Communion THORNAPPLE BIBLE CHURCI I GRACE UNITED REFORMED CHURCH 10 AM Sunday Morning CALEDONIA HOLY FAMILY CATHOLIC CHURCH Sunday Service Time* 9:15 A.M. Morning Prayer (Holy Communion 2nd Sunday) Service Times: ‘DEDICATION OF NEW CHURCH' Sunday School................................................... 9:45a.m. Morning Worship.................................... 11:00 a m. SATURDAY, AUGUST 2nd, 5:00 P.M. Evening Worship.............................................. 6:00p.m. Mass included: Mass on Sunday 9:30 A Youth Group:............................. 6:00 p.m. Sunday Midweek 7:00 p.m Wed. Phone no. 1-269-792-2889 _______ 9:30 a.m. Thurs. Proclaiming the Whole Counsel of Cod "A Church with a caring heart for our community and the world" 2415 McCann Rd. (In Irving) www.StPaulCaledonia.org 1664 N. M-37 Highway Middleville. MI 49333 • 945-1555 8175 Broadmoor, Caledonia CHRISTIAN REFORMED CHURCH Morning Worship Service Sunday School Evening Worship Service Middleville Good Shepherd Wesleyan Church Lutheran Church 908 W Main Street (Missouri Synod) CALEDONIA 708 W. Main Street 945 a m. 11-00 am. 600p.m. 6:45p.m. 6:45p.m. Sunday School Sunday Morning Worship Service Sunday Evening Seroce Wednesday Mid Week Prayer Word of Life Clubs (Contemporary, Casual, Non-denominational) Sunday Morning Woohip............. 9 30 6 11:00 a m gf\ Mu had Stowell, lead Pastor Rev David Moorhead. Assoc Pastor Joe Cipctc, Worship leader Denn\ Houma. Youth Pastor Church Office 616-8910287 Visit out web sile ww bnghfside org MIDDLEVILLE CHRISTIAN REFORMED CHURCH OF MIDDLEVILLE Matt/uaA "The Church where everybody is somebody. and Jesus is Lord" Meeting at Catedonso High School Sunday School 930am FuaorPwlW Hillman Youth Faster Dmd Lnkson 69M Hanna Lake Awnut, Cdedoma 616^9M001 nrJermfrt*taTvjrf tmmtrjedetmercavenant.crg Crmmmt Otmchrs r( Sunday Momng Wonhp 1930am Meeting at chapel on Whrtneyvie Ave Sunday Evenrg Woahp 600pm Wed Mdweeit Prayer & Btore Study . 700 p.m Bev ’homos Sbr. Patfor • Bev Kaf 8anor Asoc Pastor �The Sun and News. Middleville. Mt/August 12. 2003/ Page 5 Dale Earnhardt Memorial Charity Cruise is Aug. 23 by Cathy Rueter Staff Writer Though H’s only in the third year of Caledonia planned events, the Dale Earnhardt Memorial Charity Cruise-In already has become a fixture for heralding the end of the summer. The show is scheduled for Saturday. Aug. 23. starting at 5 p.m. at the Caledonia Village Center on M-37 Highway. This particular Cruise-ln promises to have some signif­ icant changes and additions in store. One of the most notable changes is the disk jockey and radio station in attendance. "We’re going to have a live remote with WODJ (Oldies Radio 107.3) from 4 to 7 p.m.," said Kevin Crawford, owner of KC’s Footwear and Sports, as well as show coor­ dinator. “‘Big’ Dan Magnusscn will be here all night." He said show sponsors are excited about "Big Dan" being on hand for the night. "He already works with cars a lot." Another change of note is that the yearly Summer’s End Car Show, usually the follow­ ing morning, will not be tak ing place this year. In response, Crawford and his group arc expecting even more participants to the Cruise In this year. There will be several spe­ cial awards in addition to the regular ones handed out. Race car displays, food booths and the "prize machine” also will be present. All proceeds from the show will benefit bum survivors through the Phoenix Society and Spectrum Health Regional Bum Center. "The neat thing is that they can’t spend one nickel with­ out checking with me first." said Crawford. "We really get to control (the distribution).*’ This approach is in response to an unsatisfactory inquiry about distribution of funds raised previously through the event. Crawford and the other sponsors are insistent that the funds be used exclusively for West Michigan children s charities. To represent the bum sur­ vivors. there will be fire trucks on hand. Also, the Axmen are expected to be in attendance. Before anyone wonders, (the motorcycle Axmen are) firemen - from the state of Michigan." said Crawford. "It would be wonderful if other (motorcycle) groups would be here.” More than 400 cars are expected but Crawford isn’t tators. Commemorative Tshirts will be for sale again this year as well as auctionning certain items. The event is hosted by Auto Value. Benefit Management. Blimpie. Caledonia Post Office. Contempo Salon. Country Town Floral. D&W Foods. Fifth/Third Bank. Fortune Chef. Hot Doggie’s, Jansher Clothing Boutique. KC’s Footwear & Sports. Rainbows End. Rite Aid. State Bank of Caledonia. Swierenga Jewelers and Tom Grias. D.D.S. The show is open to all motorcycles, street rods, cus­ tom cars and trucks and origi­ nal restored vehicles. Crawford says, "If you can drive it. bring it!" Tfianft You < for 1 buying my pigs at Ute Kent County fair Burgess Concrete -and- Cal Hulzenga -jamie Seif- The Caledonia “Class of 2004” Kevin Crawford, owner of KC’s Footwear & Sports, takes a moment out of his duty as coordinator of the third annual Dale Earnhardt Memorial Charity, to carry out his regular job. selling footwear. exactly sure how many motorcycles to plan for. There will be designated areas for spectator parking with parking assistants for safety sake." he said. "We should have plenty of room." is having a... Gigantic Yard Sale A donation of $3 per show­ case vehicle is being request­ ed. Games, door prizes, 50/50 drawings, a raffle ano the ever-popular Poker Walk return for the fun and amuse­ ment of participants and spec­ Friday and Saturday, August 22 and 23 9-5 p.m. Farm preservation program set in Gaines Twp, Local residents interested farm preservation program affect them are invited to in how the new Kent County will work and how it will attend a presentation at 7:30 p.m. Wednesday. Aug. 13. at the Gaines United Brethren Church at 92nd Avenue and Kalamazoo. The presentation will be given by Bill Hirsch. a mem­ ber of the new Kent County Preservation Board. He is a • Corduroy • Poplin dairy producer, and he attend­ ed the 2003 Ultimate • Nice Selection of Calico Farmland Preservation Tour, which will be reviewed as QUILT FOR HABITAT ON DISPLAY part of his informational talk. HERE — Tickets Available Hirsch will explain PDR (purchase of development rights. TDR (transfer of development rights) and use value assessment for property taxes. He will make the case for at the... Caledonia Resource Center the complementary role of farms with planned "smart growth" in the south Kent County area, where rapidly expanding development sometimes seems out of con­ trol. Corner of Main and Johnson Don’t miss it. Lots of great bargains both days. P.S. Last 3 hours of Saturday, All clothing $1.00 per grocery bag full Back to School! isn’t it nice to know one will always be open? Perms Includes haircut. Unfortunately, even in the land of opportunity, you won1 find every door open. Visit our church this Sunday, though, and that’s exactly how you’ll find ours. ’ 616-795-1268 1*84 Payne Lake Road • Middleville. Michigan 49333 OPE* BY APPOIMMEYT OXLY k 2 I- j' Good Shepherd Lutheran Church 908 West Mam Street Middleville. Ml 49333 W orship: 9:30 am Missouri Synod Church (269)795-2391 revsikora@juno.com Adult Bible Class 11:00 am Sunday School: 11:00 am �Page 6/The Sun and News, Middleville. August 12. 2003 From Our Readers Local Citizens Speak Out On Issues Special blood drive planned in Middleville for Aug. 19 A special Red Cross blood drive is planned for noon to 5:45 p.m. Tuesday. Aug. 19. at the First Baptist Church. 5075 North Middleville were lost? D&W Store. Road. Middleville. RiteAid without Bill Officials report that hard­ Hitchcock. S & H hitting appeals and a nation­ Development, where would wide awareness campaign you shop? involving a high-tech travel­ Today we have “new" ing museum have done little names. Robert Deppe. to abate the drop in blood Robert Toi. looking at our donations plaguing the Great market, check these guys Lakes Region of the out. they have 30 years of American Red Cross and the experience building quality rest of the United States. projects. Do you believe Since May. blood dona­ Brian Harrison, Bill Bravata. tions have been down an Duane Gunnick, and Archie average of 10 to 15 percent, Warner had nothing to do resulting in a daily blood before they took office, inventory that hovers wrong? They do their jobs between a half-day and a day for the good of the communi­ for most blood types. The ty! If Mr. McNeilly and Mr. Red Cross considers a threeSlaughter want to live in fan­ day supply a safe level for tasyland... there is one in meeting the needs of sick and Florida and one in injured people in hospitals. California. Check with "We haven't seen a short­ Greyhound, they go to both! age of this type and this dura­ Be thankful for housing tion for years," says CEO developments. When you Fred Stems. "This is a call to drive by the “new” high action to do what we can to school, do you think make sure that blood is there Rockefeller Foundation sent people for our hospital us the "check”? No! the patients.” “hardworking Caledonia citi­ In early July, the nation's zens" make these projects blood banks, represented by happen, not Mary Poppins. the American Association of Mr. Editor: Why not do a personal profile on the fine development, real estate, You don’t builders we have in our com­ need a munity that are willing to help build a strong, tax pay­ ing base to support our growth? It would really be to begin investing refreshing to hear something with Edward Jones positive in your “news” about the people that con­ Securing your financial tribute to the tax base of future should not com­ Caledonia Townsnip and promise your current Village. financial situation. At Fred J. Kamminga Edward Jones, we offer Caledonia Officials, developers do good for community To the editor: After months of reading articles about Caledonia Township, Caledonia Village, development pro­ posals. and watching the per­ sonal attacks rendered toward the “hard working Caledonia citizens.” I felt compelled to finally write to your newspaper. I was going to “label" this letter ‘‘Who let the wolves in,” but you probably would­ n’t print that. Spending the last 25 years in the Caledonia area and 35 years in the real estate devel­ opment. construction indus­ try. I believe I can look al the "overview” of government, private enterprise with an "open view.” We are blessed with a great community, along with good-hardworking builders. developers, sub-contractors and city officials. The idea of a diversified board allows us to have a democratic society. I personally know man) of the government officials, and respect the total amount of time spent on many issues, not just the public hearings we see them at. Look at the contribution the “land developers” have added to our community! Jerry Baker's. 1st Companies, without “him"... could we go to the doctor, or would your dentist have clean water to cleanse your teeth? Has not Jasonville Farms. Reibal Development given us a great community within a community? Do you think Puhe Homes, the “World's Largest Home Builder" came to Caledonia because they Caledonia Village Garage <§>ales Fortune August 22nd & 23rd Tkg village of Caledonia will hold their an,nnal qaraqi sales frow.^-.ooanx. to SrDOpku. out Friday, Aagicst 22 a Saturday, August 23. Couwe a red -ftutd some great treasures old a kid utew. Callfor Classifieds Blood Banks. America's Blood Centers and the American Red Cross, began asking for immediate blood donations to boost critically low blood supplies. Blood bankers across the nation are experiencing some tough times right now says Stems. "The bottom line is, we re in the business of sav­ ing lives. We can t do that if we don't have blood on the shelves." Red Cross officials say consistent blood donations are needed to maintain the supply. Stems, executive director of the Great Lakes Region of the American Red Cross, said more blood than ever is need­ ed during the summer months to offset blood required to save lives of people in near fatal traffic and boating acci­ dents. He said someone who is injured in a car crash can need as much as 40 pints of blood. The American Red Cross considers a three-day supply of all blood types to be safe and ample for meeting the needs of hospital patients. The Great Lakes Region sup­ plies about 2.000 blood prod­ ucts daily to 70 hospitals statewide. To meet that demand, the region must col­ lect 700 units of blood from volunteer blood donors every day. Anyone who is at least 17 years old. weighs a minimum of 110 pounds, is in reason­ ably good health and hasn't given blood within 56 days of the date of Monday’s drive is eligible to contribute. For more information, call the Barry County unit of the American Red Cross at 9453122. Haynes/Markl united in marriage A Charleston garden was the setting for the Feb. I, 2003 wedding of Ronald J. Haynes of Middleville and Haley Lynn Markl of Scottsdale. Arizona. Ron . a 1998 graduate of Thomapple Kellogg High School, is the son of Ralph and Sheryl Haynes, also of Middleville. The couple are currently serving our country in the U.S. Air Force, stationed at Shaw AFB. They reside in Sumter, South Carolina. alternatives that get you started for as little as $ 100. Call or stop by today for a free evaluation of the investment options that best meet your needs. 3rd Annual Dale Ernhardt Memorial Charity Cruise In Saturday, August 23,2003 @ 5PM 945-9554 or 1 800-870 7085 Drew McFadden Investment Representative 9185 Cherry Valley Ave. SE Suite E Caledonia. Ml 49316 Bus. 616-8911173 Toll Free 866-8911173 www.edwardjones.com Me-r,- S»C Edwardjones aww? Sponsored by the Caledonia Village Center Merchants, the third annual Cruise In follows the hugely successful event of last year. Held in the Caledonia Village Center parking lots at 5PM. WODJ’s Big Dan Magneson will provide the music while games, and drawings continue throughout the evening. Awards for several classes of Motorcycles, Street Rods, Custom Cars & Trucks are presented at 9PM. Entry fee for vehicles is $3.00 donation. Admission is free! All proceeds to benefit West Michigan Children’s Charities. 891-9139 for info. 00MM21 CHERRY VALLEY DENTAL KEVIN VANDERHEIDE, D.D.S. 9809 Cherry Valley, Suite G Caledonia, Ml 49316 “Dr. VanderHeide's great personality made me feel at ease. He took time to explain all my options and I was extremefy happy with the work done. * — Kim-Owner of Essential Bean “I've always been anxious about going to the dentist, but Dr. VanderHeide made the appointment fun and comfortable for me." — Liz Sorsen, Community School Teacher • GREAT WITH KIDS (616) 891-4424 • HONEST, QUALITY SERVICE DONE WITH INTEGRITY ENTER TO WIN A FREE BLEACH KIT �The Sun and News. Middleville. ML August 12. 2003/ Page 7 Mothers & More meets on second, fourth Mondays Carl R. VanBelkum-----------------------ALTO Carl R VanBelkum. age 62, of Alto, a loving husband, father and grandfather, passed away at home on Wednesday. August 6, 2003. He was preceded in death by his father Herman and sis­ ters, Mary. Ruth and Betty He is deeply missed by his loving wife of 40 years. Kathy; his son. Randy, his daughter and son-in-law. Chns and Bob Anderson; his two step-grandchildren. Ian and Eric Anderson; his mother. Mildred; his sib­ lings. Mae (Al) Smith. Jackie (Russ) Oudbier. Herm (Joyce) VanBelkum; and many nieces and nephews. Following his wishes, a private graveside service will beheld. In lieu of flowers, please consider making a contribu­ tion to Hospice of Michigan. Arrangements were made by Matthysse-KuiperDeGraaf Funeral Home. Caledonia. David James Burandt HASTINGS David James Burandt. age 37, of Hastings, died Thursday, Aug. 7. 2003 at Pennock Hospital. Mr. Burandt was bom July 13, 1966 in Hammond. Indiana, the son of Leonard and Marie (Powers) Burandt. He was raised in the Hastings area and attended Hastings schools. David had various employment during his working life. David was a loving father, son. brother and uncle. He was a avid outdoorsman and enjoyed all sports including hiking, camping and canoe­ ing. David is survived by his daughter. Asia Dawn; moth­ er and step-father. Marie (Kreeno) DeWitt of Hastings; father. Leonard Burandt of Indiana; sisters. Grace Smith of Detroit. Sandy (John) Britten of Hastings, Diane Hammond of Hastings, and Nancy (Lawrence) Reid of Detroit; brothers. Leonard Burandt of Freeland. John Burandt of Lapeer and Thomas iDeb) Burandt of Bronson; step­ brothers. Dennis (Beth) DeWitt of Dutton and Bill (Melissa) DeWitt of Texas; step-sisters, Kreena DeWitt of Hastings and Tina Cullers of Middleville; aunt. Bonnie ‘Phoebe" Perez of Hastings; nieces, nephew s and cousins. Among those proceeding him in death was a grand­ mother Elsie Kidder. Honorary casket bearers: J.J. Britten. Brandon Hammond. Brock Hammond. Brett Hammond. Services were held Monday. Aug. 11. 2003 at Thomapple Valley Church. Chaplain Carla Smith offici­ ated. Burial was at Hastings Township Cemetery. Memorial contributions may be made to the family. Arrangements were made by Wren Funeral Home of Hastings. Mary Jane Carpenter HASTINGS Mary Jane Carpenter, age 87, of Hastings. died Friday, August 8, 2003 at Thornapple Manor in Hastings. She was bom January 26. 1916 in Grand Rapids, the daughter of Oswald and Mary (Devine) Whyatt. She graduated from Creston High School in Grand Rapids. She married George E. Carpenter in 1940 and he died in 1966. Mary was employed at Sentry Insurance Co. for 10 years retiring in 1976. Other employment included WPA. and was secretary for her husband and the Brotherhood of Railroad Engineers. Mary enjoyed playing bridge, bowling, playing the piano, and traveling. She also was a volunteer for Pennock Hospital Guild. She was preceded in death by her parents, husband, son Scott, and two brothers. Edward and Eddy. Surviving are daughters. Sharon (Edward) Crofoot of Middleville. Mary (Scott) Anderson of Scotts; sons, Gary (Joy) Carpenter of Mattawan. Thomas (Roberta) Carpenter of Hastings; 14 grandchildren; 20 great grandchildren. Funeral services were held Tuesday. August 12, 2003 at 9:30 a.m. at the Girrbach Funeral Home in Hastings. Fr. Alfred J. Russell officiat­ ed. Burial was at Hungerford Cemetery in Norwich Township, Newaygo County. Memorials may be made to Thomapple Manor. Comfort comers, or the Alzheimer's Association. Arrangements are by the Girrbach Funeral Home in Hastings. Call 945-9554 anytime to place your Sun & News ACTION-Ad & reach over 11,000 area homes! The Middleville chapter of Mothers & More meets yearround on the second and fourth Mondays of each month at 7 p.m. on the lower level of Kids First Learning Place in Middleville. The organization offers mothers a child-free meeting to relax and enjoy a wide variety of relevant topics to moms. Mothers and More also offers mom-to-mom support, on-line networking, charity fund-raising, outings with kids. Mom’s Night Out. national and local volunteer opportunities, professional development. playgroups and more. For further information about the Middleville Chapter of Mothers and More, call (269) 795-5242 or the newly forming Richland/Delton chapter at (269) 721-3579, or visit www.mothersandmore.org. for even more information. A spokesperson for the local group said. “Creating and keeping friendships dur­ ing motherhood can be diffi­ cult. Moms may work full time or part time, move to new homes or cities, change jobs, stop working, or go into ‘infant hibernation.' all of which can lead to feelings of isolation. Motherhood is an important time in life to share experiences, trials and share expertise. “Even more experienced moms can get into 'chauffer­ mode' and neglect to forge new friendships or to support the old friendships they've had. With school and fall activities resuming soon, it's important that moms carve some time out for themselves in their busy schedules. “Mothers and More offers a time and place to support each of those friendships.” Mothers and More is an international not-for-profit support group dedicated to improving the lives of moth­ ers through support educa­ tion and advocacy. The group offers a nationwide network of chapters with more than 7.500 members who have — by choice or circumstance — altered their participation in the paid work place in order to care for family members at home. Chapters are structured to support women as they navi­ gate the challenges of daily life in order to achieve a bet­ ter balance between care giv­ ing. paid work or family sup­ port. Mothers and More also works to raise the conscious­ ness of the public about all the work both paid and unpaid that moms do. 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CCCCCC COPCOC01 The council reviewed the request for rezoning of Calvin Kooiker’s property off Kinsey at the July 14 meeting, and voted to send the request back 119 £. Main Sr. to the Planning Commission Middleville • 79 S- 4*1*18 with more complete docu­ mentation for recommending Hours: Sun.-Thurs. 12-10 pm : denial. However, developer John Fri. & Sat. 12-11 pm : Tol thought the reason for the meeting was to negotiate with DVB, VHS & Game Rentals representatives from Wesley Movie Resenations and Associates to see if the 2 Dav Rental on Sunday on all Rentals • barriers to the project could be worked out. He had come Even 20* Rental FREE with an attorney and other Locally Owned ; team members for that pur­ pose. Family Trax Oideo | JB HARRISON INSURANCE AGENCY COMPETITIVE AUTO RATES ,Siau Hastings Mutual 1885 www.harangsnutual.can Judy Harrison Daniel Urich 6661 Alden Nash, Alto Ontuijf. 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For information on newly con­ structed homes and vacant lots currently available call: Tim Fore, president. 891 -8980 Barbara Getty, manager, 269-838-2550 Kathy Benton 262-3965 Paul Davis 291-0063 Robin Dawson 293-4079 Dave Krunun 915-4763 Linda James 813-4909 Tammy Adair 293-2782 I jura Martin 891-7619 11 MIDDLEVILLE 6200 WHTTNEYVILLK SE. Charming home nestled on a I acre country setting just outside of town. Features include 2 bedroom*. 1 bath, full basemeni. fenced-in hack yard, and a large deck All appliances stay with home. $99.9(X) (MLS4477467) Barb Getty 269435-2550 CLARKSVILLE 287 S. M AIN ST. Beautifully re­ done older 2 bedstory. rooms, 1/2 Mfci garage 24x30 lorn Garbo* 868-0045 l athy Williamson 293-7391 Aaron Sander/and 560-3772 Brent Bomber 248-229-9286 Julie DeLaliandara 269-664-4415 Rich Mcl onnoo 292-4693 Joy Smith 893-5555 Dave Pratt 813-6334 James (Gordon 89B-4592 dows, central (MLS44 78309) SI 19.900. work with, and how can we capability of the land for the use proposed. work it out?” The village planner's report Penfold said he thought none of those involved in pre­ and conclusions were out­ vious discussions had been lined as a part of the resolu­ "totally fair or cooperative.” tion. Reasons for the decision by He advocated more negotia­ the planning commission tion. He said the June 3 commis­ were detailed in the resolu­ sion minutes were unclear. tion. Consensus of discussion He said it was important to document what had been centered on the inadequacy of talked about and why deci­ street infrastructure to support sions had been made. He was the kind of development R-2 not sure if the Planning zoning would bring to the Commission had asked these area. Residential expansion specific questions and and resulting traffic would primarily involve 100th and received specific answers. Penfold said he would like Kinsey streets. Needed street legal counsel to attend one of improvements mentioned by included these meetings to give guid­ commissioners paving repairs, curbs, gutters ance. In July, several Planning and sidewalks on Kinsey. Commissioners stated the See Kinsey Street page 10 questions had been asked. although it was conceded the details were not in the min­ utes. Saving on home The Village Council voted insurance is to send the request back to the planning commissioners ask­ “No Problem.” ing for more information. Minutes from the Planning Commission meeting stated the commission had passed a fll | undred# of thousands motion "to leave the appli­ of families arc saving cant's property as zoned, Ag. until infrastructure issues money with Auto Owners such as transportation, traffic, Insurance for their home and fire protection, security and mobile home protect uo Stop public water were addressed, with a time table for these in and ask changes.” us about Scott Williamson, newly quality pro­ elected by the commission as chair last Tuesday, tried to tection, keep the focus of the discus­ with flexi­ sion on the reasons explaining the vote against rezoning the ble payment parcel to R-2, and to recom­ plans and “No Problem’* claim mend a resolution to the service. council which detailed the reasons. The resolution was drafted with the help of Jim Brown, the village attorney. ^uto Ounrri /niunnct The resolution referred to several statements and condi­ tions listed in the master plan, which would support or HOME would not indicate rezoning a Dtrnct Bmm tK< Local Somat HEALTH AIDE parcel, though planned for NEEDED rezoning, to R-2 at some BOB NICOtBI future time. Some factors President Please call Connie or Ron at mentioned intangible condi­ 497 Arlington St (M-37) 269-693-2000 or toll-free tions such as consistency, PO Box 99, 1-800-348-2660 „ with the vision and goals of Middleville Ml 49333 (209) 891-8208 the master plan, compatibility LAKESHORE j (269) 795-3302 with the surrounding density, * HOME HEALTH CAIE SEKVKES. Ik. Toll free (800) 706-3302 character, traffic, aesthetics 2 Michigan Avenue, Suite 306 Fax (269) 795-3936 Bartle Creek. Michigan 49016 and property values, and Developer- Bob and John Tol have worked with the Planning Commission since early this year. Thes project initially pro­ posed would zone for R-2 . with a subsequent rezoning request to allow a Planned Unit Development (PUD), with a housing density of about 3.45 units per acre, a total of 116 single-family homes and 24 two-family condo units. Subsequent changes in the plan were made with the last proposal eliminating the condo units, and keeping 116 single-family units re config­ uring placement of housing and allowing for more open spaces near the boundaries next to surrounding homes which were on larger lots. Access off 100th Street was removed. Bob Tol had appealed by letter to the council to consid­ er the request and criticized the process of the Planning Commission. He interpreted the master plan as supporting the R-2 rezoning. The developer said the team had been denied due process, and had never been able to suggest ways to over­ come the obstacles such as poor Kinsey Street condi­ tions. The team members indicat­ ed a willingness to work toward a compromise and asked for dialog with the commissioners at the July council meeting. Confusion over the pur­ pose of this meeting may have come from opinions expressed by President Daryl Penfold in July. He said eventual R-2 zoning has been in the master plan for 19 years prior the developer felt he "never had a chance to sit down and discuss what are we not happy with, what can we NM LAM HUM OMKITf Christopher J. Hier, D.D.S. 616-891-1240 Shirts & More nAr "(Quality Qifts at affordable prices!” MONTH OF AUGUST— Take 20% OFF — NEW PATIENTS WELCOME — Early Morning & Evening Appointments Available Quality dental care in a relaxed and friendly atmosphere. 101 E. Main St., Middleville, Ml 49333 269-795-0222 Help us Celebrate our 6th Anniversary with Huge^Savings! General Dentistry for Children & Adults Conveniently located on Af-37 in Caledonia (Right on the uay to orfrom trorkt u our already low prices Your Smile The First Thing People See! on all Nascar Caps & Jackets. (In-stock) U Ji CHECK i SOARD POSTINGS FOR DAILY. WEEKLY AND MONTHLY 7 IN-STORE *7 specials Beginning Saturday, AuguM 2nd and every Saturday in August —• Join us for IN-STORE SPECIALS on Nascar. 1/2 OFF original I <»w prices on selected 02586688 1:24 scale action diecast. �The Sun and News. Middleville. MV August 12. 2003/ Page 9 Vermeulen obligation resolved Lakeside cemetery to be enlarged by Ruth Zachary Staff Writer Caledonia Township has approved a plan to raise the level of the north end of lakeside Cemetery with fill, expanding it sufficiently to create approximately 300 more gravesites. Lakeside is too low for nor­ mal buna! sites at the north end. Trustee Bill Bravata last Wednesday night reported the Cemetery Committee, as part of a plan to expand Lakeside Cemetery, has been negotiat­ ing with Vermeulen Associates to deliver sand and gravel for filling the low north end of the property with low impact to anyone. The company has had an outstanding debt with the township which now is to be settled by payment in the form of construction materi­ als and engineering fees with Wilcox for $1,500 paid by Vermeulen. Excavating will be done by MTB. (Brower) a professional concern, which also will be compensated with materials. It is expected this will fulfill his obligation. At present, cars cannot drive through and back out. causing congestion in the cemetery and on the road. Extending the drive in the cemetery to exit onto the road will allow continuous traffic circulation. A dirt path in the area is well used. Bravata said. Crushed gravel is to be used on the path to make it more defined. A chain across it will prevent people from driving on the path. The slopes will disperse water to the back, to the side and along the road down the path and toward the creek. Berming is a possibility, under the supervision of Wilcox Engineering. Bravata said one large tree HOI IRS: M-Th 5am-9pm; Fri. 5am-Bpm Snt. Bum-2piii; Siiii.9nm-3pin 9175 Chcrrv Valiev, Ste. K (uihiloiiin, 891-2994 and one small tree would be removed to get the trucks in and out Topsoil would be pushed back, dirt would be dumped there to raise the ele­ vations. He said 120 cubic yards of sand would be needed. A large truck can carry about 40 yards, and a dump truck less. The asphalt street with only a four-meh base was feared to be in jeopardy. Bravata said large trucks are easier on streets than smaller ones, because the weight is distrib­ uted over many wheels. Trustee Wally Bujak want­ ed assurance the project would be completed during limited day time hours and precautions be taken to pre­ vent soil erosion problems. Other problems already exist in the cemetery toward Emmons Lake, he said. Resident Kevin Buechner said neighbors living across from the cemetery would like to be informed of the details of the plan and to have their wishes considered in some aspects to avoid possible dif­ ficulties in the future. He noted some people use the street and the path as a shortcut to the Caledonia Village Centre, some using bicycles or strollers. He said if it were improved, it would encourage use of the walk­ way. and help prevent people walking through burial If someone you love needs blood, where will it come from? grounds. The village lift station exists in the area, and consid­ eration of its relationship to the cemetery was asked for. Bravata said the larger cemetery improvement plan would include signs for all the cemeteries of the township. 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Book today for your wedding next year! 6900 N M37 Hwy Middleville Ml 49333 M3 7 Hwy, 2 miles south of Caledonia Hours: Monday-Saturday 9 am to 6 pm Call 269.795.8811 Association �Page 10/The Sun and News. MiddteviHe. August 12, 2003 Kinsey Street, continued from page 8 Sale Starts Friday & Saturday August 15 & 16 at 10 a.m. FINAL TENT SALE YEAR! GREAT SALES INSIDE STORE TOO! ALL SUMMER CLOTHING & SWIMWEAR 30% OFF REMEMBER Gift Certificates Always Fit! 11402 Chief NoonJav, Gun Lake 795,9947 HOURS Mon-Sat 104: Sun 10-6 • y j-yyy { LAYAWAY CHARTER TOWNSHIP OF CALEDONIA COUNTY OF KENT, MICHIGAN PUBLIC NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that on August 18. 2003. at 7:00 pm, the Planning Commission of the Charter Township of Caledonia will hold a pubic hearing at the Caledonia Township and Village Hall. 250 South Maple Street. Caledonia. Michigan, concerning the application of Larry Stauffer to rezone land, from the A Agricultural Distnct to the R2. Medium Density Single Family Distnct. said lands being com­ monly described as 10173 Duncan Lake Ave . S E . and legally described as NW 1/4 NW 1/4 EX COM AT NW COR OF SEC TH S 570 FT TH N 21D E 240 FT TH NELY TO N LINE OF SEC 454 FT E OF NW COR OF SEC TH W 454 FT TO BEG* SEC 32 T5N R10W 37 50 A All interested persons may attend the public hearing and com­ ment upon the proposed rezoning Written comments may be submitted to the Township office, at the above-stated address, up to the time of the public hearing. Dated: July 29, 2003 August 12, 2003 PLANNING COMMISSION OF THE CHARTER TOWNSHIP OF CALEDONIA paving of 100th, and a traffic signal on the 100th Street and M-37 intersection. The development would place extra stress on 100th. even if the development onlyopened onto Kinsey. Traffic would add stress to the main streets in the village. Commissioner Sharon Mortenson pointed out chil­ dren of the new families in the development would walk along streets to school, with no sidewalks, at great risk. There was nothing to pre­ vent use of the land for resi­ dential development under the present zoning of ag. In that case, the land would result in up to 43 homes on the 38 acres, which would not be incompatible with sur­ rounding uses. Delay of rezoning until there was a time table for completion of street improvements was preferred by several commissioners. Another option for rezoning part of the parcel to R-2 was suggested as well. Utilities, though not cur­ rently extended to the area, are available at a developer cost and was not considered a major reason to delay rezoning. Emphasis by the commis­ sion was placed on the improvements needed, and not on who was to see that they occurred. The motion was made to “Day Camp of Discovery” includes local Girl Scouts Four days of “Day Camp Discovery” led to new friends, new skills, and new opportunities for Girl Scouts in the Cherry Valley Neighborhood. Elementary-aged girls from Caledonia and Middleville assembled together at Lakeside Park for six hours a day of continual learning and perfecting of lifelong skills. Preparing and cooking a meal was only the starting point for girls who walked away from day camp with knowledge of water purification, minimal-impact hiking, video-earner' useage. origami and more. In accordance with the adapted camp-wide theme of CHARTER TOWNSHIP OF CALEDONIA COUNTY OF KENT, MICHIGAN At a regular meeting of the Township Board of the Charter Township of Caledonia, held at the Township and Village HaM, 250 South Maple Street. Caledonia. Michigan on the 6 day of August. 2003, at 7:00 p.m PRESENT: Members Harrison Snyder. Cardwell. Bravata. Bujak. Robertson. Stauffer ABSENT Members The following ordinance was offered by Harnson and supported by Bravata ORDINANCE NO. 03-21Z AN ORDINANCE TO AMEND THE ZONING ORDINANCE OF THE TOWNSHIP OF CALEDONIA (Burke Thompson (Home Rescue Services) Rezoning} THE CHARTER TOWNSHIP OF CALEDONIA ORDAINS “Animal Tracks," girls gath­ ered to hear guest speaker Nancy McIntyre elaborate on birds and the building of a nest. To put their new-found knowledge to use. the girls created their own livable dwellings. Girl Scout day campers also discovered the helpful abilities of animals, through the demonstration of Paws with a Cause representative Kim Frania and her dog Dietz, who met with the campers to talk about the endless array of tasks her dog was able to perform to help with everyday needs. Cherry Valley day camp is held every summer due to the dedication and work of lead­ ers, volunteers, and older girl scout aides who all come together to teach the ins and outs of firebuilding, safety, flag ceremonies, games and crafts. This year’s day camp was directed by Lisa Peacock, who played the role of gath­ ering volunteers, planning activities and making sure all ran smoothly. From decorating baskets to molding beads, the Cherry Valley day camp resonated with the mantra of the scout­ ing program, offering an opportunity for “girls to grow strong.” recommend the resolution defining reasons for the com­ mission’s previous action. A request to the council to delay any action on the matter to allow planning com­ mission to consider the details further, and report back to the council. The request was thought to w ar­ rant more time and thought. Another motion was made, indicating the commission was still willing to negotiate with the developers to see if they could help deal with the obstacles presently requiring delay of rezoning. A workshop with the developer could be set up as a special meeting or a regular meeting. Special meetings require 18 hours notice post­ ed on the outside of the building. Williamson and other commissioners thanked Al Niles for his 30 years of serving the community as chairman of the Planning Commission, which was applauded by those present. Officers elected by the commission were Williamson for chairman. Nick Unger for vice chair and Mortenson for secretary Two more commissioners are needed on the commis­ sion. Commissioner Karen Wells appealed to the public to volunteer for considera­ tion for appointment to the commission. Unger offered to serve on any committee working on road issues for the village, township and county. MEDICAL ASSISTANT/NURSE WANTED Busy family practice office lookng for full time (4 days per week) medical assis­ tant/nurse, excellent benefits. Please send resume to: Ad #148 c/o The Reminder P.O. Box 188, Hastings, MI 49058 L A. BACHELORS ALL MALE REVIEW LADIES ONLY PARTY SUNDAY NIGHT AUGUST 24TH SHOWTIME 8:00 TO 11:00 PM ADMISSION $6.00 ADVANCE $8:00 DAY OF SHOW w Swamp Fox 661 Broadway St Middleville.MI (269) 795-2127 DANCERS AVAILABLE FOR PARTIES (269)34>4007 Sactexi L The Zoning Ordinance o» the Charter TownsNp of Caledonia is hereby amended by tie amend­ ment Of Section 4 2 thereof, the Zoning Map so as to rezone the following descnbed lands from the A Agncutturai District to the R-3 Medium Density Multiple Family distnct The East 22S feet of the South 940 feet of toe Southwest 1M. Section 5. Town 5 North. Range 10 West. Caledonia Towns*?. Kent County. McNgan SflChOflZ Effective DatePubfccabon The Ordnance shal become effective seven days after as pubtocahon or seven days after the pubhcanon of a summary of ts provisions n a local newspaper of general circula­ tion AYES members Bravata Cardwe*. Hamson, Snyder Stauffer Robertson NAYS members Bu»ak ORDINANCE DECLARED ADOPTED Bryan Hamson. Supervisor Charter Townshc of Caledona Patnca Snyder. Ctak Charter Towns*? ot Catatoma STATE OF MICHIGAN ’ __ COUNTY OF KENT ’ I hereby certify that toe foregoing s a true and complete copy ol an Ordnance adopted Dy toe Tuwnsfwp board of the Charter Towns*? of Catatoraa at a regular meeeng held on toe oato ferst stand above and I fur­ ther certify tot pubic notice at such meeting was gnen as pwcteo by law Patnaa Snyder Clert Charter Towns*? of Catatonia First Readng Juty 16, 2003 Ordnance becomes effective August 19. 2003 IXGS Hl’RRY IX TO SEE A BILL SEIF PROFESSIONAL TODAY!!! Bill Seif Chevrolet Buick l^aUr �The Sun and News, Middleville. MLAugust 12, 2003 Page 11 Caledonia Twp. Plan Commission CALEDONIA approves light industrial site plan TOWNSHIP CALEDONIA TOWNSHIP by Ruth Zachary Staff Writer The Caledonia Planning Commission approved a pre­ liminary site plan proposed Aug. 4 by First Companies for a light industrial building to be erected in the Southbeh Industrial Park west of M-37 and south of 68th Street. The company was repre­ sented by Don DeGroot with Exxel Engineering. He brought several items for attention The Aspen Surgical build­ ing size will be 51,000 square feet in phase one of the devel­ opment currently under con­ struction. The major structure of this building would be of steel, with a lot of glass in the front, which planning com- VILLAGE OF MIDDLEVILLE SYNOPSIS VILLAGE OF MIDDLEVILLE, MICHIGAN COUNCIL MEETING MINUTES JULY 22, 2003 The regular meeting of the Village of Middleville. Michigan Council was called to order at 7 00 p m by Mr Lon Myers, Council President of the Village of Middleville, Michigan, in the Council Chamber of the Village Hall Members present Mr Floyd Bray, Mrs Dorothy Corson, Mr William Kenyon. Mr Michael Lytle, Mr. Lon Myers. Mr Charles Pullen and Mrs. Marilyn VandenBerg. Minutes of the July 08, 2003 meeting were approved as written The Agenda was approved as written Mr Clair Miller submitted the monthly Earth Tech report. ACTIONS TAKEN 1 Approved the invoices dated July 18, 2003 in the amount of $87,931.80 on a motion made by Mr. Pullen and supported by Mrs. VandenBerg 2 Approved maintenance con­ tract with Cummins-Bridgeway to perform a maintenance examina­ tion of Village generator for an amount not to exceed $4411.00 on a motion made by Mr Bray and supported by Mrs VandenBerg 3. Changed the date of the next regular meeting to August 06. 2003 on a motion made by Mr Bray and supported by Mrs VandenBerg 4 Approved the final plan for Misty Ridge Phase III on a motion made by Mr Bray and supported by Mr Lytle 5 Accepted Prtsch Settlement offer of $1,000 for wall repair ($800) and roof ($200) damage for the scoop, based on the Village engineer s recommenda­ tion. and to have Mr Youngsma write up the information releasing the Village from further liability on a motion made by Mr Bray and supported by Mrs VandenBerg. The motion earned 5-2 with Mrs Corson and Mr Pullen voting no 6. Agreed to draft an Ordinance requiring members of the Planning Commission. Zoning Board of Appeals and Housing Commission to be resi­ dents of the Village on a motion made by Mr Bray and supported by Mrs VandenBerg 7 Adjourned the meeting at 8 14 p.m on a motion made by Mr Bray and supported by Mr Kenyon Respectfully submitted Rhonda L Ftsk. Ctefk The complete text of the minutes may be read at the Village Ha« between the hours of 900 AM and 500 PM Monday through Friday missioned liked, but were told by DeGroot, might have to be reduced, due to cost of materials. Aspen Surgical plans to use the building for office space, light manufacturing and warehouse storage. No hazardous materials are pro­ duced. Landscaping plans, build­ ing elevation and lighting plans, were provided. All storm water runoff would drain to a detention area on the east side of the industrial park. Asphalt paving is designed for 20 years dura­ tion. Parking was the major incomplete aspect of the pic­ ture. as it was not certain the proposed number of spaces would be adequate to meet ordinance parking requirements. DeGroot said the largest shift would involve 60 employees plus 5, and park­ ing spaces would provide less than that at 53 spaces. More spaces were planned for the south side of the building, but Planning Commissioner Duane Gunnink noted these would interfere with turning room for delivery vehicles, especially large semi-trucks and trailers, which would require about 120 feet. DeGroot said this opera­ tion anticipated most deliver- CALEDONIA TOWNSHIP CALEDONIA TOWNSHIP August 6, 2003 A special workshop of the Caledonia Township Board was called to order at 5:35 p.m. Present: Harrison. Cardwell. Bravata. Bujak. and Robertson. Absent: Snyder Also Present: Chief Bennett. Daryl Penfold, Carl Johnson. Ed Fischer. Kim Quist, Bill Thornton. Deputy Clerk Palmer, and sever­ al citizens. CONSIDERATION OF THE MEETING AGENDA: None PUBLIC COMMENT: None INQUIRY OF CONFLICT OF INTEREST: None DISCUSSION OF FIRE SAFE­ TY ISSUES: Bill Bravata intro­ duced the Public Safety Advisory Board Carl Johnson gave a presentation regarding Maintenance man and the Fire Station - remodeling, new site, or existing site Discussion was held Fred Fleischmann dis­ cussed his concerns with pur chasing an existing building He also discussed the need for a maintenance man-firefighter Robertson discussed hts con­ cerns with purchasing the exist mg budding He also (Ascussed hts concerns with the fife depart­ ment millage being too high Bujak discussed his agreement with the location of the butttng. however, he is concerned with M37 and the cost Hamson dis­ cussed he approval of the budd­ ing and hts concern with the financing Daryt Pentoid commented on the buddmg and options tor the orhe* naif o» the buddmg. Fred Fleischmann discussed the mdage and how money was to be set aside tor the purchase of a buddmg He also commented on the Sheriffs department Moved Harnson second Cardwell to adjourn Ayes AN MOTION CARRIED Patnoa Snyder Catedoma Townsho Cterk ies to be handled by box trucks and UPS delivery type vehicles. Other formulas based on a particular use might allow a different num­ ber of spaces. 35. Planner Dave Zylstra said. He sug­ gested including a statement with the application, from the business owner stating the spaces planned would accom­ modate maximum shift num­ bers. Commission Chairman Archie Warner said enough spaces should be planned without using the area near the loading docks. Commissioners were interest­ ed in allowing enough spaces for future uses of the build­ ing. should this company cease use of the structure, and a future user needing more spaces. DeGroot said they would like to plan for additional parking in future phases of construction. There is space for an addi­ tional 38 more on the north side, but once approved, checking future use needs could easily fall through the cracks. The approval was given based on approval by the township engineering firm, Wilcox Engineering. Only one hydrant is pro­ posed. A fire inspection and approval of lane sizes and access to the building in case of emergency is yet to be obtained. Hardening of a landscaped area may be required to allow emergency vehicle use. DeGroot also asked for approval of some minor changes to the Fairbanks Estates Site Condo planned unit development (PUD). A request to open one lot to the main street rather than to a cul-de-sac was made. Other corrections indicated in black were shown over an earlier Quality work at competitive prices Senior Citizen Discounts BOARD design shown in red. August 6. 2003 Lot sizes will still meet the Present: Harrison. Snyder. minimum of 40.000 square Cardwell. Bravata, Bujak, feet. Robertson and Stauffer Also Present Planner He said street grades exceeding 6 percent would be Manager Zylstra. Deputy Clerk Palmer, and several citizens requested for planning com­ Supervisor Hamson called the mission approval. regular Caledonia Township Commissioners decided to meeting to order at 702 p.m. Supervisor Hamson led the defer grade decisions to Wilcox Engineering. Minor Pledge and Invocation CONSIDERATION OF THE changes do not require a pub­ AGENDA: Moved Harrison, sec­ lic hearing but must be ond Stauffer to remove item 10D - Fire Department Issues Ayes brought to the commission. Future adjustments to the Ail MOTION CARRIED. Moved plan may be brought in the Harrison, second Snyder to add item 10D - AT&T Water Tower future. Potential buyers of Lease Ayes All MOTION CAR­ lots sometimes ask for differ­ RIED. Moved Robertson, second ent lot configurations, such as Bujak to add item 10E - amend combining two lots and want­ cable budget Ayes all MOTION ing to build on the lot lines of CARRIED. PUBLIC COMMENT: Pete the combined parcels, Murray of Foremost and DeGroot said. Farmer s Insurance He gave a The Lepard condo project $1500 check to be given to the was discussed for proposed Library Fund. Earl Jordan of changes as well. This plan 6981 Whitneyville questioned why there couldn't be live cover­ added three car garage spaces age of the Township Meetings to some of the original plans CONSENT AGENDA: Moved Stauffer, second Bravata to for units. approve the consent agenda as An additional separate area written Ayes All MOTION CAR­ from the residential units was RIED. hoped to be added to the proj­ INQUIRY OF CONFLICT OF ect, to house storage units for INTEREST: None REPORT FROM BOARD residents for things like boats, household items, etc., an idea OFFICERS AND STAFF: Bill Thornton of the Public Safety resisted by the commission­ Advisory Committee and the ers. The units would mean South Metro Advisory Commit­ allowing an industrial use tee discussed the progress of the (self storage units) in the res­ South Metro Fire Advisory Committee He requested ques­ idential PUD. tions. in writing, from the Board DeGroot could still make that need to be answered regard­ the request for a major ing the South Metro Fire, so the amendment to allow them. He committee can move forward CORRESPONDENCE: None offered to attach the units as a REZONING REQUEST BY part of that section of the BURKE THOMPSON - 2ND development, and inclusion READING: Art Homrich, neigh­ of a clause in the residential bor to the apartment complex, association agreement but questioned why Zylstra recom­ was told it would still not mends approval. Zylstra read his likely be approved as this staff report to answer Mr Homrich. Mr. Homrich discussed would not be fair or equitable his concerns with this project. for the rest of the township, Burke Thompson discussed his plan conforming with the master with similar zoning. He was told residents may plan Robertson questioned the number of units. There will be 30 still rent space from commer­ units. Harrison discussed the cial storage facilities located issue Bravata discussed his in the appropriate zones. approval of the use because of Written Labor Warranty Licensed and Insured RESIDENTIAL ROOFING SPECIALIST Tear-ofTs & Re-roofs ALL STAR ROOFING Call us for a free Professional Estimate ______ (616) 877-4253_______ POSITION AVAILABLE Secretary to Lee Elementary Principal School Year with additional 5 weeks 37 1/2 hrs. per week. High School Diploma required. Excellent communication skills. Proficiency with Work and Front Page Software. General secretarial duties. Fkase apply in writing to; Jerry Mueller. Principal Thomapple Kellogg - Lee Elementary 10051 Green Lake Road Middleville. Michigan 49333 the master plan. Bujak discussed the issue of safety Robertson discussed his concerns with the amount of units Moved Harrison, second Bravata to adopt an ordi­ nance to amend the Zoning Ordinance of the Township of Caledonia - Burke Thompson (Home Rescue Services) Rezoning. Roll call vote: Ayes Harrison Snyder. Cardwell. Bravata. Robertson and Stauffer Nay Bujak MOTION CARRIED. REZONING REQUEST BY VINCE MEANEY - 2ND READ­ ING Discussion was held Robertson discussed the incon­ sistency of this project with the master plan Bujak discussed the Planning Commission s decision Moved Bravata second Stauffer to adopt an Ordinance of the Township of Caledonia - Vince Meaney Rezonmg Roll can vote Ayes Harrison, Snyder. Cardwell. Bravata, Bujak and Stauffer Nay Robertson. MOTION CARRIED. LEASE AGREEMENT LIT­ TLE LAMBS - ALASKA HALL: Discussion was neld Stauffer discussed hts concerns and his disapprova of the lease Snyder dtscussed her concerns as weN Bravata discussed nts concerns with leasing this building Hamson oscussed hts support of the lease Robertson discussed hts support Cardwell comment­ ed supporting a nine or ten month lease not a five-year for several reasons Moved Stauffer, second CardweN to approve the new lease prorated for nine months Ayes Snyder. Cardwell. Bravata. and Stauffer Nay: Hamson. Buiak and Robertson MOTION CARRIED. PROPOSED PROJECT AGREEMENT WITH VER­ MEULEN & ASSOCIATES. INC.: Kevin Beuckman of 515 Lake St discussed the project and all of his concerns Bravata discussed the projects and how they would benefit the residents. Moved Bravata. second Stauffer to approve a project agreement with VerMeulen & Associates. Inc Discussion was held Bujak discussed his concerns with the trucks going through the Village Ayes AN MOTION CARRIED. CODE ENFORCEMENT OFFICER RESOLUTION: Moved Hamson. second Stauffer to adopt a resolution to name a Code Enforcement official Roll call vote Ayes All MOTION CARRIED DISCUSSION REGARDING BUILDABLE LOTS IN THE R-1. R-2 & R-3 DISTRICTS: Hamson discussed the buildable lots Zylstra discussed the changes affecting 0 parcels in R-3. 9 parcels in R-2. and 17 parcels in R-1 Moved Hamson. second Cardwell to request the Planning Commission to initiate a Zoning Ordinance Amendment to change the zoning back to the original lot size requirements Ayes All MOTION CARRIED COMPENSATION COMMIT TEE REPORT: John Buckan gave a presentation from the Compensation Committee Harrison commented on the hours he puts in per week. Cardwell thanked the committee, voiced her frustrations, and asked the Board to consider not accepting the recommendations Bujak thanked the committee AT&T WATER TOWER LEASE: Pierson discussed the AT&T Water Tower Lease Atty Mark VanAllsburg discussed the lease and answered Board Member’s questions Moved Stauffer, second Cardwell to approve the water tower lease Roll call vote Ayes All MOTION CARRIED CABLE BUDGET: Moved Robertson, second Bujak to amend the cable budget to increase the expense to $5000 00. Discussion was held regarding the cable needing some volunteer help Ayes All MOTION CARRIED. BOARD COMMENTS: Cardwell commented that at the next meeting she would be bring ing information regarding a new tax system as the County has pulled the plug on their new sys­ tem Bravata discussed being close to budget time, ar.d what the Public Safety Committee is doing with their budget Bujak commented on hts disappoint­ ment with not renewing the lease with Little Lambs. He recom­ mends we move to spend some money right away to get the building up to code PUBLIC COMMENT (EXTENDED UP TO 5 MIN UTES): Art Homnch questioned the process of the Thompson rezonmg and the process he will have to take, as he would like Io follow this to the end Kns Apo< representing the Caledonia Historic Commission They have recently discussed the Board holding a meeting at the Barber School at some time during the faN She also discussed repairs that need to be made Chief Bennett commented on the plane pull, which will be held at 3 00 p m on August 16 He is looking for donations to help with the cost Kevin Beuckman discussed h» concerns with the trucks that will be going through the Township He asked several questions ADJOURNMENT: Moved Cardwell second Snyder to adjourn Ayes All MOTION CARRIED. �Page 12/The Sun and News Middleville. August 12, 2003 Superintendent, continued from page 1 have been invited to return for a first round of interview­ ing starting tonight at the Caledonia High School. 9757 Duncan Lake Ave. SE in Caledonia. Two inter­ views are scheduled each evening for tonight, tomor­ row and Thursday at 6 and 7:30 p.m. • Thomas M. Langdon is scheduled for a 6 p.m. inter­ view this evening. Langdon is currently serving as the superintendent to the Walkerville Public Schools. According to his resume, he possesses a doctorate in educational leadership from Central Michigan University with an emphasis in counsel­ ing. He earned his master's in educational leadership from Western Michigan University. He earned a bachelor of arts from Cornerstone University and a bachelor of science from Calvin College. Langdon's career has included an assistant profes­ sorship at Central Michigan University and several assignments as principal or assistant principal, plus teaching for five years. Major accomplishments during this time have includ­ ed writing a new student handbook for Marshall Middle School, instituting a peer-tutoring program at Parchment Middle School and core member of many committees and projects. I .an g don has been a pre­ senter at several major edu­ cational conferences in addi­ tion to being active in com­ munity and educational pro­ grams. • Elizabeth Rowe Godwin is scheduled for an interview at 7:30 p.m. tonight. She is serving as superintendent of the Decatur Public Schools IMMACULATE HOME ON 1.3 ACRES! This quality built 3 bedroom. 3 bath home is set on 1.3 acres. Features lots of kitchen cabi­ nets. walk-in pantry, breakfast nook, gas fire­ place, 10 x 14 deck, main floor laundry, spa­ cious 2.5 garage, and includes all appliances! 7946 Serenity Drive priced at only $214,900! properties com EXPERTS IN REAL ESTATE Call Tim Forell (616) 459-1404 in Decatur Godwin holds a Ph D. in educational administration (with a minor in communica­ tive disorders) from the University of W'isconsinMaddison She received her master's degree from the University of WisconsinEauClaire and her bachelor's degree from University of Missouri-Columbia. In her educational career. Godwin has served as inter­ im superintendent for the Belding Area School District. Prior to this appointment she was assis­ tant superintendent for cur­ riculum. instruction and technology for the same dis­ trict. According to her resume, her former career opportuni­ ties included principal or assistant principal at several schools and clinician or instructor at several others, taking her from Wisconsin to Georgia to Michigan. She held a couple of these posi­ tions for at least two years but most were four- to fiveyear appointments. Godwin’s career high­ lights have included devel­ oping and managing a $9 million budget and complet­ ing a $14.2 million dollar building project (Decatur) and developed, in collabora­ tion with administration, a principal evaluation instru­ ment used by the Belding district. • Janet M Bums is sched­ uled for the first interview tomorrow night at 6 p.m. Bums says her professional objective is to "obtain a superintendent position in a progressive school district that would enable me to uti­ lize my leadership and super­ visory skills and take the dis­ CHARTER TOWNSHIP OF CALEDONIA COUNTY OF KENT, MICHIGAN At a regular meeting of the Township Board of the Charter Township of Caledonia held at the Township and Village Hall. 250 South Maple Street. Caledonia. Michigan on the 6 day of August. 2003 at 7 00 p.m. PRESENT Members Harrison. Snyder. Cardwell. Bravata, Bujak. Robertson. Stauffer ABSENT Members The following ordinance was offered by Bravata and supported by Stauffer ORDINANCE NO. 03-22Z AN ORDINANCE TO AMEND THE ZONING ORDINANCE OF THE TOWNSHIP OF CALEDONIA (Vince Meaney Rezoning) THE CHARTER TOWNSHIP OF CALEDONIA ORDAINS Section 1. The Zoning Ordinance of the Charter Townsh<j of Caledonia is hereby amended by the amend­ ment of Section 4.2 thereof, the Zoning Map so as to rezone the following deserted lands from the R-R Rural Residential District to the C-2 General Business Dtstncl That part of the West 12 of the Northwest 1 4 lying Southwesterly of the Southwesterly hne of Broadmoor Avenue (M37) and tying Southeasterly of a kne bearing N6CT26 1(T East from a port 528 63 feet N00et7 27~W along the West section tone from the West 1 4 comer 256 70 tee< to frw port o* encfrng on the centerline of relocated Broedrrxxx Avenue (M37) except the South 300 feet Secoon 8 Town 5 North. Range 10 West Caledonia Townsho. Kent County Mch^an Safhmn 2 Effective DatePubfccaten The Ordnance sha * become effective seven days after «s pubfccaton or seven days after the publication of a summary of ts provwons to a local newspaper of general orcuiation AYES Members Buja * Bravata CardweM Hanson, Snyder Stauffer NAYS Members Robertson ORDINANCE DECLARED ADOPTED Bryan Hamson Supervisor Charter Townshp of Catedoru Patnoa Snyder Clerk Charter TownsNp of Caledonia STATE OF MICHIGAN COUNTY OF KENT 1 hereby certify that the foregoing es a true and comprew copy of an Ordnance adopted by tne ’ownsrvp Board Of the Charter TownsNp of Cateocrta at a regular meetng h«d on the date fast stated abort and l furthe< certify that pubhc notice of such meeting was green as prowted by (aw Patnoa Snyde< Cferk Charter Townshp of Catedonn First Readng July 16. 2003 Second Readng August 6 2003 Ordnance becomes effective August ’9 2003 06569896 trict to new heights in teach­ ing and learning.” Bums comes is superin­ tendent of the River Valley School District in Three Oaks. She holds a doctorate of philosophy with a major in adult and continuing edu­ cation and she received her bachelor of science degree, all from Michigan State University . She also holds an educational specialist’s degree and a masters of arts degree from Central Michigan University. She was selected in 2001 and participated in the Superintendnet’s Leadership Academy. She has experi­ ence as a superintendent, assistant superintendent, adjunct faculty member, ele­ mentary principal, director of career-technical education and instructional services, consultant, assistant execu­ tive director and teacher; many of which she held for multiple years. She has also coached cheerleading, has been advisor for FHA-Hero and an adult education instructor. Bums’ career highlights include managing a school system with a budget of $10 million and a student body of 1.200 students. Both elemen­ tary schools received the 2000 State of Michigan ‘Golden Apple’ Award for highest achievement on the MEAP tests. • Charles J. Seguna is scheduled for the later appointment tomorrow night at 7:30 p.m. As of press time, he is one of the three final contenders for the Hastings superintendent’s position. Seguna comes to the inter­ view table as the superin­ tendent of Fulton Schools in Middleton. He currently holds a master’s degree in educational administration and community leadership from Central Michigan University and a bachelor’s degree in secondary educa­ tion from Northern Michigan University and in elementary education from Michigan State Univeristy. Though Seguna does not possess a Ph.D., he only has i i i i i i i i i i i i i i i i i i i i i i i i i i i i i to complete his thesis for his educational specialist degree in educational leadership from Central Michigan University. Seguna’s professional experiences include an asso­ ciate supenntendnet in Ionia for eight years, as well as principal of the Twin Rivers Elementary in Ionia for six years. He also taught for 13 years at the high school, middle school and elemen­ tary levels in the Ionia dis­ trict. • Ronald L. Archer, super­ intendent of Delton Kellogg Schools, is scheduled for the first interview of Thursday evening (6 p.m). Archer has continued in post master's education with school and community rela­ tions. personnel administra­ tion. policy development and leadership of curriculum development and other courses through Western Michigan University. Michigan State University. Central Michigan University and Grand Valley State University. He holds his masters and bachelor of sci­ ence degrees from WMU. Archer was formerly assistant superintendent at Sparta Area Schools, having to assume the role of acting superintendent from August until November 1999. Archer has also held edu­ cational positions with Grand Valley State University (adjunct profes­ sor, school finance). White Pigeon Community Schools (administrative assistant for finance and maintenance) and Berrien Springs PublicSchool (business education teacher). Archer has also been a coach of multiple sports, play director and class spon­ sor. • Michael F. Koster is slat­ ed for the last interview this week at 7:30 p.m. Thursday evening. His career objective is for ”a supenntendency in a quality district where I may use my leadership and man­ agement skills to coopera­ tively develop an exemplary school district that focuses on individual student team­ ing and development.” He holds a master's degree in educational admin­ istration and educational administration from Central Michigan. He also received his bachelor's degree in English from Aquinas College with a minor in biol­ ogy Koster is currently the Superintendent of Hart Public Schools in Mears. He was previously with the St. John's Public Schools as the senior high principal. Rockford Public Schools as an assistant principal in the senior high. Mason County Eastern Public Schools as principal and Grant Public Schools as an assistant pnn cipal. athletic director and teacher. He established financial stability and a balanced budget of $11 million through accountability, staff reductions and realigncment. He instituted vocal music at the secondary level and multi-age classrooms in the early elementary ah in the Hart Public School district. He also was director of spe­ cial education services at Rockford High School. Dr. Hartman was asked several times why a person See superintendent, page 13 BLACK TOPSOlC Screened or Unscreened Sand, Gravel, Crushed Concrete DOZER WORK Stumps, Clearing, Driveways u-te-. 269-795-7830 ___ — — " SOUTH OFFICE 8980 N. RODGERS DR., CALEDONIA, Ml . FREE MARKET ANALYSIS 891-2222 6240 North Whitneyville Rd. Great family home in country7 setting. 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One year my goal was to read 1000 books between the last day of school and the first day of the next school year. The only way that I could have completed this self appointed task was that the people on the Moms County Public Library Bookmobile and at the Hackettstown and Netcong public libraries stretched their rules just a lit­ tle bit. Now, the bookmobile stopped at a store every other week about two miles from where I lived. I would ride my bicycle and fill my bas­ ket with books. I read all the Happy Hollister*, lots of other series books, and even some non-fiction books which covered everything from geology to prison reform. On the other week I would ride my bicycle about 3.5 miles to Netcong to visit this tiny little library open only about 10 hours a week. Here I reveled in classic mysteries and old text books, poetry and classic literature. Once a month I would ride the Greyhound bus from the highway at the end of my street to Hackettstown (the nearest town big enough to have a traffic light) to visit their library. The librarians let me bor­ row all these old books, romances by Grace Livingston Hill and chil­ dren’s books like Elsie Dinsmore. This in the time before the wonderful books now avail­ able for children. I read ail sorts of btxik. some of which I still remember. This includes Elsie Dinsmore who is one of the most prissy characters you could ever meet. If you have done the math. 1 read about 100 books a week. All three libraries let me borrow a lot more than their maximum number per visit. I read mostly at night because 1 was responsible for making sure that my mother who worked the 11-7 shift got up in time to be ready for her ride. Then I stayed up and read because I was responsible and wanted to make sure nothing went wrong in the house. I have never read that many books in 10 weeks ever again, summer still holds a special meaning as a reading time. Librarians who helped me reach my goal and found books for me still res­ onate in my memory . Libraries confined to be important to me even after this intense time. I worked in the college library at Drew University and it was a wonderful way to explore old religious tomes. Eastern writings and as a classics major books written in Latin and Greek. When I lived in New York City I visited my neighbor­ hood library as well as the big Fifth Avenue branch. I always wanted to sit on the lions but being a good per­ son, never did. 1 had done research at the big library while I was in col­ lege but it was great just to revel in the reading room and sit where famous writers had written some of their great novels. Then when I moved to Bangor. Maine 1 enjoyed sit­ ting by the fire in December and reading. The librarians in this closed stack library were really good at finding books for me. would leave their position. ments by staff, parents or Hartman. ’There will be no He answered. "You have to community members, cards opportunity to interact with remember, this is considered will be provided and sheets the candidates (during the will be available in the room interviews). Ultimately, it is a ‘plum* area.” The candidate interviews for addressing the issues, now the board's decision." 'This (interviewing) are open to the public but, as inquiries and/or positive Hartman explained, any reactions that may arise dur­ process isn't foolproof.' he questions during the actual ing the interviews. To be said. "But we work with (the interviewing times must be considered valid for possible process) we've got." He stressed to the board asked by the board members further action the cards must members. "Don't discount themselves. (Board be signed and dated. When I moved back to Treasurer Ken Yonker has As is their role in the your intuition.” New Jersey to take care of asked to be exempt from ask­ process, the MASB members my brothers and sister after ing questions so that he is will check for legalities of the death of my mother. 1 had free to listen and watch the these one of those “closing the cir­ proceedings.) questions/concerns/reaccle" experiences. I worked For the legal protection of tions. The community has had for the Morris County Public both the board and district, a Library and even worked on set of preliminary questions opportunities to be involved the bookmobile. It was the is being scripted in legally (in the decision)," said Dr. best job I ever had (before accepted language. Each of the one I have now .) the six remaining candidates 1 was the one who put will be asked the same ques­ The following positions are available: books on to meet the needs tions during this round. This of children and adults. is the first step in the inter­ • Secretary to the Lee Elementary Principal Sometimes I think that viewing process. Further • High School Day Charge Custodian/Maintenance people take their public steps may (and very proba­ • McFall Elementary Night Charge libraries for granted. Last bly will) include site visits, week the Thomapple concentrated interviewing • Bus Driver - Kent Skills Kellogg School and and indepth reference • Regular Education Bus Driver - Run *25 Community Library was checks. Hartman and/or closed for cleaning. But what Spencer will be facilitating For more information call 269-795-3313 if it was closed for good? the interviewing process. 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Sue Sukup (pronounced sue-cup) and Sue Ann Wissink have taken the plain white walls of their studio and brightened them up with tropical decorations, a mural and many smiling faces. The faces are a collection of pic­ tures of their studio mem­ bers. And with the many pic­ tures comes the realization that Caledonia Contours Express has exceeded firstyear expectations. Sukup and Wissink originally set a firstyear participation goal of 150 members. They have already surpassed that amount with a roster of over 200 members. have a 16-piece training cir­ cuit that alternates between strength training and aerobic exercise. A cue tape keeps members on track, moving at a steady and enjoyable pace to spend 29 minutes and bum up to 600 calories. The Caledonia Contours Express is one of 12 in the West Michigan area. They are open Monday-Friday 8 a.m. to I p.m. and 3 to 8 p.m. and on Saturdays from 8 a.m. to I p.m. They are located at 9028 North Rodgers Drive (just off M-37) in Caledonia Crossings. For those interested in fur­ ther information contact Sukup or Wissink at 616891-7531 or visit Contours Express website at www.ContoursExpressWest Mi.com. Sue Ann Wissink (left) and Sue Sukup say they are pleased with their membership numbers. Originally planning for 150 members within their first year goals, the pair have already exceeded that number and are already moving through the two-hundred mark. They have been over­ whelmed by what they term as their “loyal members." "We have a lot of fun here." said Wissink. To celebrate their anniver­ sary, Sukup and Wissink will be holding an open house on Thursday. Aug. 21. During the event they will have door prizes and a drawing for a free three-month member­ ship. 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W’e do it all. Licensed & insured builder, Tom Beard. (616)7954264 HOME FOR SALE: down town Middleville, new win­ dow's in 2000, lots of other updates, all appliances stay including washer & dryer, brand new storage shed, large fenced in yard, imme­ diate occupancy’, price to sell fast at $109,000 Please call (616)813-7762 to view. CUSTOMER SERVICE AT­ TENTION: INTERVIEWS ARE NOW BEING AC­ CEPTED. QUALIFY FOR $1,000 FALL TIME PRO­ DUCTION BONUS, OVER S500/WEEK TO START. Growing company is in need of full time help. Company has created several new openings in it's workforce. These are permanent posi­ tions with no strikes or lay­ offs projected. The personnel manager will discuss hours, pavscales & bonuses at a one on one interview’ For ap­ pointment call (616)522-9459 10am-6pm. Company en­ courages people with no ex­ perience to apply On job training is provided. Child Care ABC KIDS COMPANY has openings for all ages. An ex­ perienced staff offers days filled with music, stories and activities. FIA welcomed. For more information call (269)795-1282. GRANDMA'S DAY CARE: full or part-time openings. Childrens activities Safe & loving home. 84th 4 Whitnevville. (616)891-0142. Lie. #DF410257373 TWO GIRLS AND A DAY­ CARE has 1 full time opening. Starting August 25th. Loving Christian atmos­ phere M-50 & 84th St., Alto, (616)868-7094. License « IX,410082001. F or Rent HALL FOR RENT: Caledo­ nia Sport mans Club, newly renovated For information call (616)891-1166. THORN-BARRY APART­ MENTS: 525 Lincoln Street, Middleville. 2 bedroom apartments starting at $575. Please call (269)795-3889 to ft h. ciulr .in .ippointnu-nt BLEAM EA VESTROUGHING Seamless gutter 50 Colors. Free Estimates. Since 1959, 269-945-0004 www bleameaves.com ANNUAL MULTI-FAMILY GARAGE SALE. name brand clothes, housewares, patio set hot tub, chain link fence. 8929 Kraft Ave., Cale­ donia. August 14 & 15, 9amFAIRVIEW CONCRETE 5pm. 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(269)948PUBLISHER S NOTICE: 7921 All real eslate advertising in this news­ lift Garage Sale paper is subject io the Fair Housing Act and the Michigan Civil Kighu Act which collectively make it illegal to adverttve “any preference, linuiatHwi <<r divcnnunahon based on race. cokw. religion, sex. handicap, familial Matus, nali.xial origin, age or martial status, or an intention, to make any such preference, limitation or diacnounatMin." Familial status includes children under the age of IX living with parents or legal custodians, pregnant women and per»plc securing custody ol children under IK. this newspaper will not knowingly accept any advertising for real estaic which is in violation of the law Our readers are hereby informed dial all dwelling' advertised in this newspaper are available on an equal opportunity basis To report discnminaiioo call the Fair Housing Center at 616-451 The HID toll free telepifcme number lor the hearing unpaired is 1600-927 9275 Middleville • • • • • Business Services REMODELING, NEW CONSTRUCTION, addi­ tions, decks, drywall repairs, licensed. Call Rich at (616)868-1102. Condominium Development Two bedroom units starting at $ 129,000 Cathedral ceilings Daylight basement Beautiful wooded setting - units available now. 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Homes starting at $149,900) Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner “No hassle building" Selections can be made in the DeKleine Design Center. Chinese Food and American For more information contact: Amy DeKleine (616) 299 - 6790 Steak Seafood, Hamburgers, Sandwiches, 8r Salads (616)891-1388 9353 Cherry Valley Ave.(M-37) Caledonia Village Centre We turn - 9pm MON- SAT SUN 3pm all tn^or crate cardb DeKleine Builders & Realty (616) 878 - 4300 Byron Center, Ml www.dekleinebuiiders.com 225*56?: _____________________________________________________________________________________________ �Page 16/The Sun and News. MkJdtevrtte. August 12. 2003 Caledonia Fire Rescue to join Charity 727 Plane Pull contest by Cathy Rueter Staff Writer Caledonia Fire Rescue members have put together a 20-man team to compete in a Plane Pull Challenge event to Wayland Emergency Services members. The team met last Wednesday to prac­ tice for the event by pulling the Caledonia ladder truck. The challenge is part of the benefit Special Olympics Michigan. Besides Caledonia Fire Rescue workers, the team consists of Thomapple Township. Dutton and flMflahhhhhhhli!!!!!! Summer’s almost gone! Gotta get to Gavin for a Great Deal Today! 99 Chevy 4x4 Ext Cab 01 Chevy Impala LS Red 4 door, automatic, ar. 32K miles 01 Chevy Malibu 01 Buick Park Avehue Leather 4 door. V-6. automsHc. air. 29K mile* *18,a95 01 Chevy 1/2 T Silverado HEVY C2500 ILVERADO 4x4, extended cab. 32K miles LS ZWD. 6.0, 28K miles *20,995 *19,995 SALES HOURS: CAVIN Mon. & Wed. 8 to 8; Tues., Thurs. & Fri. 8 to 6; Sat. 8 to 1 • Chevrolet • Buick • Pontiac SERVICE HOURS: 795-3318 • 891-8151 Mon. 8 to 8: Tues. - Fri. 8 to 5. M-37 North of Middleville. Across from Middlevilla 06569857 Caledonia Fire Rescue, along with comrades from Thornapple Township. Dutton and Wayland Emergency Services, practice for the Plane Pull Challenge by pulling a ladder truck. The actual Boeing 727 will be pulled Saturday, Aug. 16, starting at 9:30 a.m. at Gerald R. Ford International Airport. 40th anniversary' celebration at Gerald R. Ford International Airport and the 100th anniversary of the birth of flight. According to a press release by Special Olympics Michigan, the first Plane Pull Challenge of Michigan will consist of more than 20 teams playing tug-of-war with a plane. The FedEx Boeing 727 jet weighs 155,000 pounds, is 34 feet long, stands 34 feet tall, and has a wingspan of 108 feet. The teams compete by trying to pull the plane 12 feet in the shortest amount of time. To qualify for the chal­ lenge, teams raised a mini­ mum of $ 1.200 ($60 per team member). All proceeds will benefit Special Olympics Michigan and support its year-round sports training and competition activities. On hand for the practice pull were Sharice Clifton of Special Olympics Michigan and Bruce Schedlbauer and his wife of Alto, representing the airport. "This is just a practice." said Clifton. "It’s a pretty stiff competition and (the Caledonia Fire Rescue team members) want to make sure they win." What will the team receive besides the knowledge they helped a worthy cause? Prizes will be awarded for fastest pull, most creative costume, spirited approach to the pull and many other categories. All team members will receive a Plane Pull Challenge T-shirt with the team’s name, a free meal and an 8 x 10 team photo. The actual pull event is scheduled for Saturday. Aug. 16. at the airport. Teams start pulling the jet al 9:30 a m. The awards ceremony will be from 3 to 4 p.m. Other events for families to enjoy are scheduled at the airport throughout the day. For more information, call Sharice Clifton of Special Olympics Michigan at 8(X) 644-6404 or www.somi.org/planepull. La Leche League to meet Thursday The La Leche League will meet at 10 a.m. Thursday, Aug. 14. at 1546 Payne Lake Road, Yankee Springs Township. Support recreational facilities and programming provided to residents of the Village of Middleville, Thornapple-Kellogg School District and Thornapple Township by participating in the 3rd ANNUAL T.A.P.R.C. OPEN Saturday, August 23rd, 2003 GRAND PRIZE: 4 Rounds of Golf at Grand Traverse Resort 7:00 - 8:00 a.m. Registration 8:00 a.m. FOUR PERSON SCRAMBLE Guaranteed shotgun start LaLeche League is a non­ sectarian, non-profit organi­ zation that encourages women to breastfeed their babies and offers them sup­ port and information. The name LaLeche means "the milk" in Spanish. The group holds a scries of meetings Thursday mornings in and around Barry County, including Vermontville, Clarksville and the Yankee Springs area. There essential­ ly are four topics, with one being presented each month. This month s topic will be “Weaning and Nutrition.” All women who are breast­ feeding or are pregnant and interested in breastfeeding arc welcome to attend the meet­ ings. Babies and toddlers also are welcome. The group also has a lending library with top­ ics on pregnancy, childbirth, child development and nutri­ tion. For more information about La Leche league and its meetings or for help with breastfeeding, call Kathy Othmer at (517) 726-1264. For directions to Thursday morning’s meeting, call 7957021. MULLENHURST GOLF COURSE 9877 Mullen Road, 1/2 mile east of Gun lake 269-623-8383 Register on line at www.signmeup.com/20414 or send information to: COST: $250 PER FOURSOME i Includes: 18 holes ofgolf, cart, lunch, 1 refreshments, and Tournament Prizes. [ (No rain date/Non refundable) T.A.P.R.C. P.O. Box 250, Middleville, Ml 49333 LONGEST DRIVE/PUTT CONTEST CLOSEST TO THE PIN CONTEST BETTING HOLE & 50/50 RAFFLE 269-795-7202 Brochures also available at Thomapple Township and Village of Middleville. j • I| • SPONSORSHIPS. Gold ($650 - Two teams) 1 Silver ($375 - One team) * One Free Game Per Day Not valid with any other promotion* Airport Lanes,Wayland Middle Villa Lanes, Middleville � https://barrycountyhistoryportal.org/files/original/25/713/SunandNews_2003-08-19.pdf 1b3f9835afee778554a9597446dd7b93 PDF Text Text MSTISGS PUBUr; jnd Ne Your Hometown Newspaper Serving Middleville and Caledonia Areas 132nd year Published by J-Ad Graphics, Inc. No. 34/August 19, 2003 Three candidates advance in Caledonia supt. search by Cathy Rueter Staff Writer Three of the six recently interviewed candidates have advanced one step further in the Caledonia Board of Education’s search for a new superintendent. Ronald Archer. Dr. Janet Burns and Dr. Elizabeth Godwin each have been cho­ sen for the next phase of the search. Dr. Thomas Langdon. Charles Seguna and Michael Koster were eliminated before the start of the second round of interviews. The next step in the search process is for a panel from Caledonia to make on-site visits to the three school dis­ tricts where the candidates are currently employed as superintendents. Archer at Delton Kellogg, Bums at River Valley and Godwin at Decatur. Three members from the board, along with a key communicator and a Caledonia staff member, will comprise the visitation group. This next step is ten­ tatively scheduled for later this week. Once the on-site visits have taken place, more in-depth interviewing will take place with the candi­ dates. The following are various questions and answers from the first round of interviews that took place last week. Q: As a superintendent, you have many constituen­ cies in Caledonia. How would you address the competing priorities these different constituencies may present? "The board is my number one priority." said Archer. "You prioritize what is most urgent. The administration relationship is important and you need a solid relationship with the community." "(Look at) what's best for Dr. Elizabeth Godwin the kids." said Godwin. "Is is going to support them? I’ll listen to everyone. I don’t turn anyone away from my door " Q: After reviewing Caledonia Community Schools, will it be instructional/curriculum area or the business/management side, which will need your immediate attention? Archer felt that having "a knowledge and base for both is very important. I would probably focus more on the curriculum but not at the expense of the business side.” Though Burns seemed to feel that both were of equal value, she tended toward the business and management end of the spectrum. "It’s looking at the budget. It’s being creative. (Collaborating) with the other schools (also within the intermediate district.) ”1 couldn't say one is more important than the other," said Godwin. "They’re dependent upon each other." Q: During a period of decline in purchasing power, explain how you would determine priorities and reallocate resources? "It’s a process of can you delay and put off expendi­ tures." said Archer. "(You) try to plan for this year and next year." In his current dis­ trict, for last year’s budget 'we trimmed but did not cut programs.' In Bums’ modest (in size) district, she must wear many* hats. Communication seems See superintendefit search, pg. 17 TK schools ready to open for 2003-04 The addition to the kindergarten wing at McFall is one of the embracing arms of the school welcoming students. by Patricia Johns Staff Writer The exteriors of all the Thomapple Kellogg Schools seem serene, belying the bee­ hive of activity indoors as preparations for the opening of the new school year contin­ ue apace. Gary Thaler gave the mem­ bers of the Thomapple Kellogg Board of Education an overview of how much work still needed to be done dunng the board meeting on Aug. 11. There will still be some work to be finished once school opens, but even if we have to use replacement win­ dows and doors, the class­ rooms will be clean, set up and ready for students.*’ he said. Work at the high school. McFall and Page will be com­ pleted so that it doesn't con­ flict with the school day. \\prk wdl cuniunu- on Lee during the first part of the school year. Some second grade students from Lee will be at McFall with their teach­ ers for the first several months. Some third-graders and their teachers will be learning in classrooms at Page until the Lee classrooms are completed. Superintendent Kevin Konarska says. “We hope that everyone can be patient The new construction will help raise the quality of the educa­ tion we can give students in this district.” While construction will finish at Lee. Page and McFall this year, the second phase of work on the middle and high schools will begin. This phase includes the new gymnasium and additional classrooms at both the middle and high schools. This is Konarska’s second year as superintendent. He says. * V is exciting to accom­ plish goals we set with the bond issue.” The strategic planning process will continue this fall.” I believe that it is impor­ tant to identify practices which have the most impact on student achievement.” he says. “It is fun to go into the school year working with the community, staff, parents and students It gives me the abil­ ity to do a better job as a superintendent.’ Konarska concluded. In addition to the work scheduled at McFall on the new kindergarten classrooms and office refurbishing. McFall will have all new car­ pet. Problems with the roof leaking at McFall were cor­ rected. but it was decided to replace all of the varpeting. The arms of this building will now surround all students in a warm embrace. At Lee the new entryway Jittery sixth-graders will file into the middle school to meet their teachers on Monday, Aug. 25. will show students that learn­ the cafeteria. Work on the This year Jon Washbum ing is the compass for their additional classrooms will will take over as dean of stuentire life. While construction begin later this year. See TK schools ready, pg. 18 continues. K will be cordoned off from students. At Page some of the most visible changes arc the new front parking lot for parents and visitors and the reconfig­ uration of the back parking First Baptist of Middleville to mark area for teachers and the bus sesquicentennial drop off “Walkways will be clearly Plan commission hopes to become marked.” Thaler says. The more proactive Page newsletter just sent to Pros, cons of fire station move parents reminds them that the new dropoff area is in the debated in Caledonia front of the building. Football, soccer, band units ready At the middle school the for TK turf most visible change is the remov al of the small room in In This Issue �Page 2/The Sun and News Middfevitfe August 19. 2003 Alto Fall Festival planned for Sept. 6 The Alto Fall Festival Committee is gearing up for the 23rd annual festival on Saturday. Sept. 6. The day will begin with a pancake breakfast at the alto Fire Station, located at 6260 Bancroft St., beginning at 7 am. and ending at 9 am. Opening ceremonies begin at 9:15 with the raising of the American flag and the singing of “The Star Spangled Banner." Arts and crafts open al 10 and run until 5 p.m. The Miss also TK grad receives SBC scholarship Peter Karl Mathias, a grad­ uate of Thomapple Kellogg High School, received a $2,500 scholarship to attend Ball State University, where he studies computer technol­ ogy Local students receive scholarships to address the rising costs of college tuition with the annual program from the SBC Foundation the philanthropic arm of SBC Communications Inc. Each year for the past 11 years, the annual SBC Foundation Scholarship Program has rec­ ognized the academic excel- lence of children of SBC employees and retirees Since 1993, the SBC Foundation has invested a total of $31.8 million in stu­ dent scholarships, providing financial assistance to more than 3,500 students. This year, the SBC Foundation has granted $5.1 million in scholarships to help more than 1.800 students prepare for the coming school year. 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Average private four-year college tuition and fees increased 5.8 percent for the same timeframe and were estimated to be $18,273. and Little Miss alto contests will take place from 9:30 to 10:30 am. Luke Lenhart, a local blue­ grass artist, will perform at 11 a.m. and I p.m. Contemporary Christian music artist Marty Miller will perform at 2:30 p.m. The parade starts at 15 minutes past noon. There is a contest for every one. The popular blue ribbon contest expanded its categories to be judged to include any desserts, cookies/bar. candies, yeast/quick breads, jams/jellies and pickles/preserves. New this year is the youth division, with the same rules applying. Other contests include pie and watermelon eating. Puff and Pedal, the ever-popular sexiest men’s leg contest, and for those who feel lucky, water sling bingo. The best antique tractors from in and around Alto will be on display at the Alto Garage on Barcroft and Depot Streets. The local talent show will take place from 4:30 to 6 p.m., besides the kids’ games, a pet show, and the Alto Library gently used book sale. Kids can bounce in the Moon walk, and back by popular demand is baking bingo, a new twist on an old game. Among the food booths there will be ham sandwich­ es. French fries, hot dogs, homemade pies, ice cream, elephant ears, nacho's and cheese, snow cones and chicken strips. The Kent County Sheriff's Department will be on hand to pass exit informative fly­ ers. The Michigan Army National Guard will have various service vehicles on hand, as well as recruiting information. The Alto Baptist Church will have children’s pro­ grams that will be running from 11 a.m. to 4 p.m. Those programs were not available at press time. Illis year’s festival grand marshal is Terry Dintaman, with his family accepting on his behalf and Persons of the Year are Nonna Peterson and Bill Wtetend Alto is located just off I -96 at exit 52. After exiting 1-96 go south on M-50. following it to 60th Street, turn west on 60th. When you come to the stop sign you have amved in Alto. Parking is available on the streets and the Alto Baptist Church. Historic Middleville Sun copies to be preserved at local library by Patricia Johns Staff Writer Lori Buchanan received permission from the Thomapple Kellogg Board of Education at its Aug. 11 meeting to continue with a project to preserve copies of the Middleville Sun from 1891 and 1892. The bound volumes of this newspaper are in the collec­ tion of the Thomapple Kellogg School and Community Library. Buchanan says, "Anyone interested in genealogy or the history of the area would want to research these papers, but the pages are becoming increasingly fragile. She will be working with the library's advisory board on ways to raise money for this project. The pages will be scanned and will be put on a CD-Rom. The information could then be on both the library’s and genealogy web­ sites. The work to preserve the paper would include indexing so that it would be easy to find names. This method of copying and preserving is much more user friendly than using copies which are preserved on microfilm or microfiche. Buchanan would then pre­ serve the pages in archival quality containers and deacid­ ify the paper. Buchanan was thanked for her willingness to take on this project. Once these first two vol­ umes are preserved, Buchanan will look into pre­ serving the other volumes which the library has in its collection. In other business, the board approved the O-K Conference by-laws and appointed David Smith, Don Haney and Nancy Goodin to attend a Michigan Association of School Board meeting this September as delegates. Scott Kiel will serve as the alternate. Superintendent Kevin Konarska also reviewed some of the transportation changes, which were made to accom­ modate road construction projects. He and Goodin thanked the community for their support. The next meeting of the Thomapple Kellogg Board of Education is Monday, Aug. 25, at 7:30 p.m. in the Thomapple Kellogg School and Community Library located inside the high school. movie outpoh VI DIO SUPCRTTORC Glen Valley Retail Center M-37 891-9303 Open Weekdays 10 am to 11 pm & midnight on Fri. & Sat. i movie outpoh SIDEWALK SALE August 29th-30th • Rent One Movie or Game and [ not 3 connn/l rnninl m f f" get a second rental FREE • Previewed Movies and Games with this coupon. Good Sunday thru Thursday ail discounted. • Movie and Game Accessories Offer good at Caledonia location Free rental of equal or lesser value One coupon per visit please Expires 9 2 03 Product Id SunAt F reduced. • Games and prizes, • Face painting. �The Sun and News. Middleville. ML August 19. 2003/ Page 3 Heritage Days to fill 2 days of excitement bv Patricia Johns Staff Writer Whether it's pancakes, run­ ning. music, crafts, paintball, three-on-three basketball, parades, classic cars, tractor pulls, chess or kids' games, this year’s Heritage Days has lots to offer. Miss Barry County Miranda Covey will be host­ ess for the the Friday evening (Sept. 5) entertainment from 6 to 9:30 p.m. Entertainers scheduled for this year are the groups One Way. In His Name. Bought and Paid For. the four-part harmony of The Inspirations, the Gun Lake Church Choir and Band and the evening will end with the contemporary rock sounds of “Upside Down Larry.” The Heritage Days Committee will sell popcorn, pop and water. Everyone should bring lawn chairs. On Saturday. Sept. 6 the day will begin with the 5K race walk, followed by the parade at 10 a.m. The tractor pull is scheduled for noon. HASTINGS 4 BRITTANY MURPHY UPTOWN GIRLS SHOWTIMES 8/18 - 8/21 O UPTOWN GIRLS (PG 13) 12:00, 2 00 4 00. 7:00.9 00 OS.W.A.T. (PG 13) O FREAKY FRIDAY i . AMERICAN WEDDING <R) Firefighters also will be This year there will be a waterball contest between competing m a pie eating con­ area fire departments compet­ test this year. Volleyball will return with ing for a color television for sand and mud divisions. Call their fire hall. Chris at 795-4564 for infor­ mation. The cost is $45 per six-person team. At least two of the six members of each team must be of the same sex. Applications still available for Middleville Star contest by Patricia Johns Staff Writer Road construction on West Main Street seems to have cut into the interest in the Middleville Star contest planned for Saturday. Sept. 6. dunng Heritage Days. Organizer Tom DeVries says. “People don't seem to be picking up applications. We hope to have a great turn out of performers.'' As part of the annual Heritage Day celebration, the Middleville Christian Reformed Church will host the music talent contest. Groups and individuals from the whole area including Middleville. Caledonia and Hastings, are welcome to par­ ticipate. There will be three categories: Children/Youth through sixth grade, middle school and high school (including 2003 graduates) and an adult division. Performances may be vocal or instrumental and individual or groups of up to five members. All participants must apply in advance to receive a time slot for judging. Judging will take place after the Heritage Day morning parade and on into the afternoon. The judges are local musicians and music teachers. The judges will chose the top three performances from each age category and those top three will perform on stage Saturday evening. The winner of each category will be chosen via audience vot­ ing. DeVries says, “This is intended to be a fun contest.” Prizes will be awarded based on the donations of the sponsors. DeVries welcomes queries from sponsors. He can be reached at 795-3667. Since this is a church spon­ sored performance event open for all ages, only songs with appropriate lyrics will be permitted. All lyrics must be written out and submitted to the judges at time of perform­ ance. Any song deemed inap­ propriate such as songs with immoral lyrics and songs w ith emphasis on themes like drinking, gambling, drugs, etc. will not be allowed. If in doubt, participants may sub­ mit songs in advance for approval. Up to five members may be in a group. Vocal and instrumental performances are both allowed. This is a music contest, not a dancing competition. Appropriate gestures during singing is allowed but danc­ ing is not part of the competi­ tion. The performance time before the judges is limited to five minutes. However, in the evening each performer/group will be given about a 13-mmute time slot. This total time perform­ ers have on stage, not per­ formance time. Therefore assuming quick setup, a per­ former may perform longer than the five-minute limit that was used in the afternoon judging. Total performing time is limited to 10 minutes within the 13 minutes on stage. Ail additional material must be written out and approved' at the afternoon judging to be included in the evening per­ formance. Performers who have a complicated setup may have this cut into their perform­ ance time. However, as much as possible, instruments such as drums and other equipment will be set up in advance to minimize set-up time. The church is providing a full sound system to make for faster transitions. Applications are available at the church which is at 708 W. Main St. in Middleville. They are in the box by the information sign in front of the church. DeVries asks that people picking up applica­ tions park in the parking lot when getting their applica­ tion. Applications must be received by Aug. 30. Mail to: Middleville Christian Reformed Church. P.O. Box 127. Middleville Ml 49333. For more information call DeVries at 795-3667 or Kathy Doombos at 795-9651. During the Saturday night performance, the church will have hot dogs and soft drinks for sale. Trophies will be presented for first and second place. Tshirts w ill be presented to the first five teams who pay their registration fee. New this year is a petting zoo for younger children and laser tag for the older kids. In addition the committee has completed new games for the children’s area. A record number of people have registered for the car show. A horseshoe tournament. Knight Moves chess tourna­ ment. three-on-three basket­ ball and food booths will make for a great Saturday. The Middleville Star contest performances will be held at the Middleville Reformed Church in the late afternoon. Food will be available at the performance as well. Sponsors of this year’s events are Bill Seif Chevrolet-Buick of Hastings. Carveth Village of Middleville. Gavin Chevrolet-Buitk-PontiacFord-Mercury of Middleville. Hospital Purchasing Services and Dan Valley Excavating of Middleville For more information about Heritage Days, call Ray or Cheryl Peters at 795-4972. (616)891 1272 Owned and Directed by Terry Terpstra We Make House Calls! DOR-CRAFT HEATING & COOLING INC. "Your Home Comfort Specialist" • Sales • Service • Installation 125 Mill Ave. Caledonia (616) 891-9877 115 East Main Street (just east of M-37), P.O. Box 310 Middleville, MI 49333 - (269) 795-4895 TAP • JAZZ • BALLET HIP HOP • LYRICAL PRE-SCHOOLERS through ADULTS! BEGINNER through INTERMEDIATE COMBINATION CLASSES • ADULT EXERCISE • ADULT TAP, ADULT JAZZ • (No experience necessary) COME JOIN THE FUN IN OUR FAMILY ORIENTED ENVIRONMENT! CLASSES START TUESDAY, SEPTEMBER 2nd YOU ARE INVITED TO ATTEND OUR OPEN HOUSE/REGISTRAT10N Aug. 21-22 from 4 - 7 PM and Sat., Aug. 23 from 11 AM - 2 PM Registrations by phone are welcome’ (269) 795-4895 NO REGISTRATION FEES! �Page 4/The Sun and News Middleville. August 19. 2003 Harvest Arts Festival slated at Bowens Mills A Harvest Arts Festival is planned for Bowens Mills Oct. 18 and 19 and artists who would like to participate can receive an application by sending a self-addressed stamped envelope to Bowens Mills. 200 Old Mill Road. Middleville. 49333. The application is also on the web site bowensmills.com. Carleen Sabin co-owner of Bowens Mills, says. “This is going to be so exciting. We have a large wonderful build­ ing (The Gathering Mace) to use for an art show. so weath­ er won’t be a problem." The Harvest .Arts Festival is a juned art show. It will be open from noon to 5 p.m. on both Saturday and Sunday. Artists are asked not to take down their displays until 5 p.m. Sunday Artist will need to fill out an application and return it to Bowens Mills by the Sept. 12 deadline. The application should include the artist’s name, address, telephone and e-mail numbers. The medium of the work being displayed should be included. The sales license number should also be attached to the application. Artists also must submit three photographs of their work along with a self­ addressed stamped envelope if photos are to be returned. The set up of the show is on Friday. Oct. 17. after 5 p.m. or Saturday. Oct. 18. at 10 a.m. LOCAL CHURCH DIRECTORY ALASKA BAPTIST CHURCH A Liting Church- Serving a Liling Lord Morning Worship Fellowship Time Sunday School Evening Praise WEDNESDAY .9:30 am. 10 35 a m 10:50 a m . . . .6:00 p.m. Family Night 6 30 p.m 7240 6Hth Street, SE - Caledonia 2 miles east of M-37 Pastor. Dr Brian I Harrison Youth Pastor Kotin Stiles C 0 M M U I I I T CHURCH o place to belong a place to become (Contemporary, Casual, Non-denominattonal) Sunday Morning Worship 930 & 11 00 a m. 8175 Broadmoor, Caledonia Rr\ Mu hueI StoweU. trad Pastor Rex David Moorhead. Asm* Pastor Jot Cipcic. Worship trader Dennv Houma. Youth Pastor Church Office 6I6-89I-O287 Visit our web site www brlghtside org CALEDONIA CHRISTIAN REFORMED CHURCH FIRST BAPTIST CHURCH OF MIDDLEVILLE M 57, north <>t Middles dk- • 795-9726 Bruce Mcwart. Senior PaMor run A. Vine, Vm. PaMor 'Youth Douglas G. Beason. Visitation Pastor Gary Weaver. Musk Minister PaMor David Stewart. CB C hiklreii's Pastor Sunday School Sunday Morning Worship Service Sunday Evening Service Wednesday Mid Week Prayer Word of Life Clubs 9-45 a.m. 11 00 am 600 p.m 6 45 p.m. . 6 45 p m. 10:00 a m. 11:15 a.m. 6:00 p.m YOU ARE INVITED 2415 McCann Ro. tin Irving) Sunday Service Time* 9:15 A.M. Morning Prayer (Holy Communion 2nd Sunday) __ I IC ■ XC '--------- ■------- ' 11:00 A.M. Holy Communion Wednesday 6:00 P.M. Evening Prayer ohone 795-2370 ex 948 9327 Vicar - Ruv DavM T. Hu.twick + St Paul Lutheran Church Missouri Synod r __ — -s .a Kraft in Caledonia Comer of »x.v 54th c* St — and I mile west of M-37 Traditional Service Acoustic Praise 8r Worship Service 5:30 AM 1100 AM St Paul Lutheran Church Sunday School 8r Aduh Bible Study 9:45 AM AD Services havs a Nurserg available • Barrur Fra* Pastor Robert Gerke • Pastor David Ziehr Rev Tom DeVries. Pastor - 795-9901 Office Phone 891-S6M www.StPaulCaledonia.orq SS. CYRIL and METHODIUS CHURCH 1664 N. M-37 Highway 159 131st AVENUE Middleville. Ml 4933.3 • 945-1555 WAYLAND. Ml, Located near the corner of M-37 and McCann Service Times: Worship 9:30 a m. ’DEDICATION Of NEW CHURCHSunday School.............................................. 9:45a.m. Sunday School 1100 a m. Morning Worship................................ 1100 a.m. SATURDAY. AUGUST 2nd, 5:00 P.M, Adult Bible Class 1100a.m. Evening Worship.......................................... 6:00p.m. Mass included: Mass on Sunday 9:30 A.M. Youth Group:.......................... 6:00 p.m. Sunday Ret'. E. Anthony Sikora Midweek 7:00 p.m. Wed. Phone no. 1-269-792-2889 Church: (616) 795-2391 9:30 a.m. Thurs. 908 W Main Street (Missouri Synod) GRACE UNITED REFORMED CHURCH Proclaiming the Whole Counsel of God Sunday Worship ............................ 9:30 a.m. and 6:00 p.m. (Child & Adull) (During the School Year) Services at 9 30 a m and 6 p.m. Rev. R. Scott Greenway, Pastor Keith Stulp, Youth Director Al Tiemeyer, ( (immunity Calling 9255 84th Street, Alto, Ml 49302 Church Office: (616) 891-1512 M-37 al I(MMh Si. Rrv P Adams New Life • CHRISTIAN CHURCH 10 AM Sunday Morning 3449 - 76th St. S.E., Caledonia One mile east of Whitneyville Rd Phone 891-8440 GUN LAKE COMMUNITY CHURCH & PRESCHOOL 12200 West M 179 Highway (Chief Noonday Road) Wayland. MI 49348 Kraft Avenue at Johnson Street Rew Dave LeBlanc, Pastor Phone 891-9259 Saturday Evening Mass ... .5:00 p.m. Sunday Mass . .9:00 a.m. & 11:00 am 708 W. Main Street Morning Worship Service Sunday School Evening Worship Service Middleville Good Shepherd Wesleyan Church Lutheran Church “A Church with a caring heart for our community and the world" CALEDONIA HOLY FAMILY CATHOLIC CHURCH MIDDLEVILLE CHRISTIAN REFORMED Show organizer Rose Mane says. “This is a won­ derful time of year to enjoy the Bowens Mills area and the countryside.’’ For more information, con­ tact Bowens Mills at 7957530 or at www.bowensmills.com or RoseMarie at 269-792-2790 or via e-mail funrball@accn.org. COMMUNITY CHURCH Meeting you. your friends, and your family right where you re at. Sunday Worship 900 am or 10.30 aan Wednesday Worship 6:30 pm 269-795-7903 ’*'*» gunlAevummumtyvhurvh.org 698-9660 A Church for today’s world Spirit-filled family Church. Sunday School for ages 3 yr. thru 6<h grade: Sr. High, Sun. 6:30 pm Jr. High, Sun. 6:30 pm (EIjc ©lb (Eime v|]>j^letl)otjist (Cljiircl) 5590 Whitneyville Ave., S E. Alto, Ml 49302 Sunday SchooLI 0:00 am. Morning Worship.,,11:00 am. Evening Worship...6:00 p.m. Wednesday Prayer Meeting...7:00 p.m. Rev. Royle Bailard, Pastor Phone 868G437 Gsi/ne A CALEDONIA C UNITED METHODIST THORNAPPLE BIBLE < I H IRC 11 Preaching the Living Word Send ng Tbe Risen Lord Sunday School .9 30 a.m Sunday Morning Worship 10:30 a.m. (Jr. Church & Nursery available.) Currently meeting at: Emmons Lake Elementary 8950 Kraft SE, Caledonia Rev. Dennis Ross Church: (616) 868-7425 UNITED METHODIST CHURCHES Middleville - Parmelee Parmelee Morning Worship 9 30 am Middleville Morning Worship ......... 11:00 am. Ret lee Zachman Church Office Phone 795-9266 WAYFARER. 250 Sine Street M-37 to I mmo:> to Vine. Lakeside Aug 24: Ctueu Preacher - Rex Norm Kohns Community Chwch W HAT DID J ESI S SAY? “Uhut Good Is I jp Senior Summer Worship Schedule (through Aug 31) HMD a m Worship A Jr Church 11 XM) a m.............................................. Coffee Fellowship (Nursery Available Throughout > Res Norman Kohns • (6l6i N9i-gl67 Churvh Office blt^X91*669 Fas 891-8648 • **» cakdooiaunvAWg \ PUcr for Famth A Fnends 620! WhrtnesMlie Avenue Aho CHRISTIAN REFORMED Contemporary Worship 9:30 ajn. Sunday School lor AU Ages 1045 a.m Evening Worship .............. 6 00 pan. Pastor Roger Hullman • Church Office M8-O39I **w JaheMdev ummuraty urg Community of Christ Leighton Church ALASKA CONGREGADON 8146 68tt> St near Whitneyvie Ave Church School. Sunday located in Lctghfam Ton oship Corner of 2nd Street and 1 -»2nd Asenuc 9.45 aan Praise Singing 10:50 am sundrv n huol for Al Ages Morning Worslup . 11XJ0 am. Sundry Wed Fellowship .. 7.3®pm IT Fnmj» hr-SvhuoFMj 'Sept Aprs Pastor E G Fnzzcll Chun h Ph 6164168-6810 • Pastor s Ph. 6164M-6740 Senior L4YTOVNSEND Pwkx • wwn feighuex-hurvhorg Rex Dr. Jac k Doorlag. Interim Minister Finding the Way Together! An informal, contemporary church committed to our community. Sunday Worship is at 10:00am in Caledonia Middle School's cafeteria. Everyone is welcome! Nursery & children’s activities during all services. For more infurmaiior. (616) 891-8119 or wtw Pastor: Rev Josh Blunt Contact our Dutton office at (616) 65-65-WAY Check our web site: huh.nayfarerccdirg M-37 between Middleville & Caledonia Sunday Worship: 8:30 a.m. Traditional 11 a.m. Contemporary 6 p.m. Praise Bible Study Redeemer Covenant Church —Lighting Up Lives for God— Sunday Aonhip 930 am Christian Education Hour 1100 am Wednesday J Family Night 5:45-&00 pm Pastor Paul M Hillman Youth Faster David Enison 6951 Hanna Lak Avenue, ( akdonu 616-^MOOl redeemenmsenMt yewurtdeemertovenantury, WHITNEYVILLE Bible Church 8546 WM-ieyvile Ave at W. St • 891-8661 "The Church where everybody u somebody... ...and Jesus is Lord” Meeting at Caiedonra High School Sunday School 930 am Sndoy Morning Worth® 1030 am Meetng at chaper on Whtneyvte Aue. Stndoy Evenng Worsr® 6 00 p.m Wed MKhveefc Player 4 &be Study 7 00 p.m Ubv 1hano9u0. Pastor • Rev tort Sasha. Asoc Aaria �The Sun and News. Middleville. Ml August 19. 2001 Page 5 First Baptist of Middleville to mark sesquicentennial First Baptist once met in what was known as the Prairie School during the latter part of the 19th century. The church, as it appeared on a postcard just after the turn of the century, perhaps around 1904. The First Baptist Church of Middleville will be celebrat »ng its 150 " anniversary of its founding in a celebration Sunday. Sept. 14. Two former pastors and the current pastor will be speak­ ing during the Sunday School hour at 9:45 a.m. Ihc morn­ ing worship service will be at II a.m., with Pastor Jerry Foster bringing the message. There will be a potluck dinner following this service. Ihc new Willis Recreation Center will be open for any­ one interested in seeing the facility. A 2:30 p in. service is planned to take the place of the customary evening serv­ ice. Pastor Wes Smith will be speaking, and there will be a historical presentation of the /history of the church. All former members and friends are invited to all activ­ ities. The First Baptist Church of Middleville, originally named the "The First Baptist Church of Thomapplc," was organ­ ized on April 23,1853, by nine charter members, includ­ ing their the Rev. Frank Donaldson, his wife, Fanny Donaldson, and parishioner Mary Harper. Pastor Donaldson died in 1857 while still in the local pastorate, but Mrs. Harper lived until 1892. outliving all the other original members of the church. Her direct descendents. Martha Casielein. Jim Castelem and family. Nancy Foote and fam­ ily are believed to be the only current attendees of the church who arc direct descen­ dents of an original founding member. This small congregation met in the Prairie School, which was located west of Middleville on the comer of Cherry Valley Avenue and Jackson Road. Jesse J. Mattison was elected the first deacon; Alpheus Harwood was the first church clerk and treasurer. John Griffith was the first person to be baptized into the congregation on Aug. 14 of * that year. Interestingly, most baptisms were held in the Thornapple River, and for those who were baptized in the winter, ice often had to be chopped away so that the immersion could take place. Jennifer Sprague, a spokes­ woman for the church, said. "These Baptists were defi­ nitely not wimps.” The first recorded collec­ tion was taken on May 7 to defray expenses, and it amounted to $1.25. After the death of Pastor Donaldson in 1857, the young church voted to call a ministe­ rial student. B. H. Shepard, at a salary of $250 a year, along with the use of a house and firewood for his stove. At that time, the pastor's salary was raised by subscription — that is, after the amount w as voted on. members then had to indi­ vidually pledge the entire sum In 1861. under Pastor D. Osborn, the congregation voted to rent the Methodist Church building in Middleville for $30 a year. They met there every other Sunday, retaining part lime use of the Prame School. This arrangement continued until 1867. By 1863. under the leadership of Rev. 0. W. Wade, the church withdrew from the Kalamazoo Association, and joined the Grand River Association. In December of that year the church members voted to build their own building on land donated by I N. Keeler and C.J Hill. In 1866. the name of the church was changed to First Baptist Church of Middleville and the membership had grown from the original nine people to forty-five members. By 1867 the new church building on the comer of E. Main Street and Grand Rapids Street was completed at a cost of $4,000. all of which had been pledged before construction took place. In January 1868, under the leadership of a new minister. Rev. G. N. Annis, the recent­ ly completed building was dedicated, with a Rev. Mathew from Detroit giving the dedicatory sermon. In the following April they began holding Sabbath School in addition to the morning wor­ ship service. “This, of course, was the beginning of what we know today as Sunday School.” Sprague noted, “which was a relatively new idea." By August of that year the members also voted to pur­ chase a new bell for the bel­ fry. During the early 1870s the church did not do well finan­ cially, money was in short supply nationwide due to the depression of 1873. Because of this hardship, it was diffi­ cult to hire or keep a pastor and First Baptist didn't have one for two years. Interestingly, each year the congregation voted on Thank You Mark Johnson, Farm Bureau Ins. Ron Olszewski, DDS £or buying my 2003 Steer Emily Scranton whether or not to retain the pastor. "It is quite evident that there was no such thing as tenure or job security for the clergy in the 1800s." Sprague said. Pastor C. E. Conley accept­ ed the pastorate in 1874. and was known for his successful revival services. His salary was $500 a year, and during his pastorate the membership grew to more than 90 people, and in 1876, the first parson­ age was constructed two blocks north of the church on Grand Rapids Street. This served as the home for minis­ ters until 1974. when it was sold and a new parsonage was purchased on Fawn Avenue south of town. it should also be noted that Pastor Conley and his son. Rev. Cary Conley, are the only father and son combina­ tion to serve as pastors of First Baptist Church. After Pastor Conley left, the turnover of pastors continued, and in December of 1894, Pastor P. G. Robertson died suddenly, after leading the church for only a year. He was buried on Christmas Day. In 1890. a baptistery was put in the church, but appar­ ently it was more of an incon­ venience than a help, due to the fact that it took a bucket brigade stretched from a pump across the street to fill it, so it still seemed much simpler to go to the river or a nearby lake for baptism. A photo of the current facility between Middleville and Caledonia on M-37. Rev. W. A. Biss and Rev. J. 0. Dean added some stabil­ ity to the church when they each served back to back four-year terms of successful ministry between 1895 and 1903. By 1903, when the congre­ gation celebrated its 50th anniversary, the membership had dropped to around 80 people. The loss of members was due to the closing of the Keeler Brass Co., which had moved to Grand Rapids. That year the church held a cele­ bration with Pastor J. 0. Dean reading a short history of the church and former Pastor C. E. Conley preaching the ser­ mon. A pa’m titled "The Old Church Bell," written by church member William R. Harper, was read to the con­ gregation. For the next 50 years sever­ al pastors filled the pulpit at the First Baptist Church, with the membership fluctuating between 50 and 120. The church showed a marked increase under the ministry of Rev. Fay Demarest. The 100th anniversary of the church was celebrated in 1953 under the pastorate of Rev. Robert Feltz, who was forced to resign the following year due to ill health. At this time. Rev. Mark Mitchell served as interim pastor for six months. In 1955, Rev. Lloyd Sanders became the full-time pastor. In 1967, under the new pastor. Rev. Jerry Foster, land was pur chased on M-37 and Finkbeiner Road. In March of 1968. bonds were sold for the purpose of building a new church. The building was dedicated on Oct 5, 1969. In that same year a record atten­ dance of 350 m Sunday School was reached Under the leadership of Rev. Wes Smith, another, building project for an educa­ tional wing was completed in 1978. This new addition was used for a short time as a satellite school for the Grand Rapids Baptist Academy The need foi a new sanctu­ ary became evident in 1996 due to overcrowding. Ihe dedication of this new build ing was held in June 997 under the guidance of Rev. Bruce N. Stewart. The church’s last building project was the Willis Recreation Center, completed in 2001. This is a gift from the Willis family in memory of their six children, who died in a car fire. This facility is being used for the youth pro­ gram and is an outreach to the teens of the Middleville area. Middleville Baptist has had 36 pastors. The present minis ter. Rev. Bruce N. Stewart, has been the longest serving, completing 17 years. There have been five build­ ing projects I hc church now supports 35 missionaries, both in U.S. and foreign countries. �Page 6 The Sun and News Middleville August 19. 2003 Contempo Salon offers Aveda line of products Nancy Kious. left, and Amy Speck, right, during a meeting with Tracy Brooks, their Aveda respresentative Fredencs. by Cathy Rueter Staff Writer Nancy Kious and her daughter. Amy Speck, are excited about changes at Contempo Salon, taking them in a new direction for their business, they believe toward success. They arc embracing the Aveda line of beauty prod ucts. Apparently, taking on Aveda as an exclusive line is no small feat. Kious and Speck have had to make major changes in the look of the salon, but the change seems to be more than just superficial. "(The decision) took a lot of thought, a lot of prayer.” said Kious. "We had to get out of our comfort area." "(Aveda’s) not just a prod­ uct." said Tracy Brooks. "It 's a lifestyle.” Brooks is Co"tcmpo’s Aveda repre­ sentative through Fredrics Corp. Contempo Salon is cur­ rently working toward >000000000000000 ooer.ooocc.rrr.oococ: er AC, (■amity Trax Oidea Main St. MiM/p-oiUe. • 79S-9998 Hours: Sun.-Thurs. 12-10 pm Fri. & Sat. 12-11 pm DVD, VHS & Game Rentals Movie Reservations 2 Dav Rental on Sunday on all Rentals Even 20th Rental FREE become a concept salon, choosing to carry the Aveda line exclusively. For now. they will be carry ing the hair care products. Over time they will be switching, in steps, to the body care, hair color, makeup and skin care products as well. "(The) Aveda products are naturally derived. They’re holistic, natural. We avoid petro chemicals." explained Brooks. "They’re made from plant and flower oils. They contain food grade preserva­ tives. (Aveda is) made in the USA. We source (receive plant materials) from all over the world but we manufac­ ture in Blaine. Minnesota, just outside Minneapolis." According to Aveda rep Tracy Brooks (left) Contempo Salon owners. Nancy Kious. (right) and Amy Speck, "have made an investment in their future" by embracing the Aveda line of beauty products. The Aveda line, which is a division of Estee Lauder, requires specific guidelines. "It’s had years and years of research." said Brooks. "Even how the shelves are set up, and the height." said Kious. Contempo Salon was required to devote 16 linear feet of shelving space setup for the hair care products alone. "You have to embrace (the concept) to go deeper with sales." said Brooks. "Il sets them up for success. They have 10 stylists that have all been educated in Aveda. They’re committed to further education.” The extended education has already begun. Contempo stylists had to take a six-hour introductory class, along with one full day of support as the line came in. On the day of this inter­ view. Brooks was back to teach another class for the Contempo staff. 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Middleville August 19. 2003 Village will use MML in search for manager Dead fish reports Campau Corner, Alto Marathon planning child safety program not alarming Members of the Middleville Village Council decided to use the services of the Michigan Municipal League to run the search for a new village manager at a spe­ cial meeting on Aug. 14. According to outgoing manager Bryan Groesbeck, the council will meet with MML representatives in a special meeting tonight. Aug. 19. at 6 p.m. in the village hall Groesbeck is leaving at the end of this month to take an assistant manager s position with the City of Greenville. Several residents with homes along Gun Lake have reported unusual num­ bers of dead fish on the shores during the past week. Some were concerned that recent spraying done to control Eurasian milfoil might be the cause. According to the Yankee Springs Recreation Area headquarters, these dead fish are the result of the nat­ ural cycle. By the end of the summer, the water has got­ ten too warm for some fish. p / by ( athy Rueter Staff Writer Campau Comer and Alto Marathon gas stations and convenience stores are plan­ ning to offer the Alto/Caledonia areas with service in addition to the usual kind from a gas station. The two stations, part of Great Lakes Convenience. Inc., owned by Alto resident Don Ziemke. are offering a free fingerprinting program through Child Protection Education of America Inc. The program is being coor­ dinated by another Alto resi­ especially in the shallow areas. Lower oxygen levels also can lead to fish deaths. There also is increased fishing pressure and some of the smaller fish that were tossed back into the lake, do not survive. Changes in wind direc­ tion may have earned the dead fish to shore areas where they haven't been seen before. According to the park headquarters, there have been no widespread reports of dead fish. Celebrate with Campau Corner 5th Year Anniversary » SPECIALS! 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The program also partici­ pates with K1DZ IDZ. anoth­ er child identification pro­ gram which offers a hardcopy card for parents to give to grandparents and/or other care givers with insurance & medical information, in addi tion to the regular identifica­ tion data. Though the CPEA finger­ printing program is free, they will have items such as DNA kits, safety items. T-shirts, etc., for sale. "That’s how we can pro­ vide the program for free," said Hughes. "A portion of that goes to the CPEA. They support the missing chil­ dren's cause.” According to a press release provided by Hughes, the CPEA is “a newly estab­ lished non-profit organization dedicated to addressing one of Ameica’s most pressing concerns, missing and exploited children. CPEA educates parents about the dangers that face their chil­ dren in our society and con­ ducts programs to assist with that education.” Episcopal bishop to visit St. Francis by Patricia Johns Staff Writer The Right Reverend Robert R. Gepert, bishop of the Diocese of Western Michigan, will be visiting St. Francis Episcopal Church in Orangeville Sunday, Aug. 24. Gepert will officiate at the 9:30 a.m. service and give the homily. Church members are preparing special music for the service as well. Following the service a brunc h in honor of the bishop will be held. “All are welcome to attend this special service,” head w arden Grace Herbert says. The Rev. Barb Wilson is the rector of the church. St. Francis is located at 11850 9 Mile road m Orangeville. Apparently, a statistic from the Department of Justice states that one out of six miss­ ing children are found because someone recognized their photograph. The CPEA not only pro­ vides the free fingerprinting program, it also plays a major role m assisting with missing children photograph distribu­ tion and maintains a 24 hour a day/seven day a week tollfree hotline. 866-USA-Child. to register a missing child or report the sighting of a miss­ ing child. According to the release, they are able to “pro­ vide all (their) services free of charge due to the generous support from the public. "If (the community) can't make it. they can call 616261-5100 to find out where this program is going to be fixated again." explained Hughes. "Or check w ith their local retailer. We’re often at grocery stores, places where families shop...fairs and fes­ tivals." For those who would like more information about this program. contact Child Protection Education of America, Inc. (Toinpa. Florida) at 866-USA-Child or visit their website at w w w . fi nd m i ssi ng children.org. For more information about the program through Alto Marathon or Campau Comer, contact Ziemke or the store managers at Alto Marathon Mark Doctor 616-868-1 (XX) or Campau Corner Bernie Pleva 868 6845. Alto Marathon is located at the comer of 64th Street and Alden Nash (M-50) Hwy. Campau Comer is fixated al the comer of 68th Street and Whitneyville Road. 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The invitations to this din­ ner have been sent out by the foundation. Anyone who does not receive an invitation and would like to attend may call Barbara Dykstra at 7951142. A silent art auction featur­ ing the work of local artists will be held during the dinner. The proceeds from the auc­ tion will benefit additional community projects. The cost for the dinner is $25 per person or $40 per CHERRY VALLEY DENTAL KEVIN VANDERHEIDE, D.D.S. couple. The entree choices are chicken, broiled scrod or sizzler steak. Checks should be made payable to the Thornapple Area Enrichment Foundation. Additional contributions to the organization are appreci­ ated. The deadline for reserva­ tions is Sept. 4. 9809 Cherry Valley, Suite G Caledonia, Ml 49316 “Dr. VanderHetde's great personality made me feel at ease. 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During Gibson's time at the Coast Guard Academy, he will also participate in summer on-the-job training, which gives Gibson the opportunity to gain profes­ sional experience aboard Coast Guard vessels and at shore installations. Training cruises provide practical instruction in basic seaman­ ship. navigation, ordnance, gunnery exercises and com­ munications. V Celebrate with r Campau Corner ^ ~5th YearAnniversary Jeffrey A. Austhof Spc. Jeffrey A. Austhof. son of Jim and Vickie Austhof of Alto graduated from U.S. Army Boot Camp at Fort Leonard Wood. MO. July 23. He is attending AIT at Fort Leonard Wood in B Co. 58th Transportation. He will be attending officers training school in 2004. FREE! 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Without official Public Notice Traffic patterns change on M-37 New traffic lights and traffic patterns on M-37 within Village of Middleville borders are causing some consternation to local drivers. Some drivers are having trouble making left turns now that the traffic moves north and south on M-37 at the same time. TK boys’ golf team starts year with glowing results For the fourth straight fall the Middleville varsity boys’ golf team won the champi­ onship at the Barry County Invitational. On Thursday, at Mullenhurst, the Middleville golfers ended the day in first place with a score of 300. Chase VandenBerg was the tournament medalist with a score, of 69, a new school record for an 18-hole tourna­ ment score. Josh Enyart shot a 72 to take third place. Levi Harold carded a 79 to place seventh, and Brett Knight ended the day in ninth place with a round of 80. On Wednesday TK hosted its own tournament at Yankee Springs Golf Course. The TK golfers’ finished second with a 316 while Caledonia shot a 311 to take top honors. VandenBerg placed second with a 75. Knight placed fourth with a 77, Harold shot 80. and Enyart rounded out the scor­ ing with an 84. The TK Orange team placed ninth with a score of 368 lead by Reed Ebmeyer with an 89, Kyle Funk 92, Curt Batdorff 93, and Josh Cisler with a 94. On Tuesday, August 12 the TK Golfers’ traveled to L.E. Kaufman to Play to open the season in the 22team Kent County Classic. The TK Golfer ended up in the middle of the pack with a score of 329. --------------------------- ---------------------------- published in your newspaper, Low scores for the TK . squad were VandenBerg 76, Knight 92, Enyart 84 and Harold with an 87. VandenBerg ended the day in a tie for tenth. This was a very competi­ tive tournament with many of the local powerhouses involved. The TK squad did not play their best golf and are looking forward Io the upcoming season. There is still an opportuni­ ty for any ninth or tenth grad­ er who did not sign up for the golf team to do so. Any golfer who is interested should contact Mr. Fletke at 795-5409. Six local students earn U-M degrees this may be all the information you get Currently and historically, it is the responsibility of government to publish public and legal notices here in Michigan’s newspapers. Facts concerning court actions, government bids, zoning changes, tax increases, and legislative proposals are all published here. In fact, it’s the law serving your right to know; assuring that you are informed of events and important information affecting your life and community. fWriri ft hmmcjm ncwwakhi imc Six local students received degrees at spring commence­ ment at the University of Michigan. The students, their home­ towns, U-M schools attend­ ed, types of degrees and aca­ demic honors, where applica­ ble, were: • Kristina Bunker of Alto, bachelor of arts. College of Literature. Science and the Arts. • Erin Haddix of Alto, bachelor of science, School of Natural Resources and the Environment, with distinc­ tion. • Jeffrey McKibben of Alto, bachelor of arts. College of Literature, Science and the Arts. • Jennifer VanDyke of Alto, bachelor of arts educa­ tion, School of Education, with high distinction. • Jiyoung Kim of Caledonia, bachelor of arts. College of Literature, Science and the Arts. • Jason Schweitzer of Banners celebrating the character education at in the Middleville, bachelor of sci­ ence in engineering, industri­ Thornapple Kellogg schools grace downtown al and operating engineering. Middleville. They are serve as a reminder that schools open tor aM students on Tuesday, Aug. 26. College of‘Engineering New banners signify opening of the school year fan* mat •”**•-***•=■■* Public Notices in Newspapers. v Your Right to Know* Delnercd Right s Your Door. �The Sun and News. Middleville. MVAugust 19. 2003/ Page 11 Share the moments Share the life.™ LuluBelle “Lu" Bowyer HOPKINS Mrs LuluBelle “Lu” Bowyer, age 66, of Grant, went to be with her Ixird Sunday. August 10. 2003, at Saint Mary’s Hospital. Grand Rapids. She was bom on Nov 29. 1936 at Hopkins, the daugh­ ter of LaRue and Gladys (Smith) Mudget. She was raised in Hopkins. Bradley area and attended Wayland Union schools. She was married to Clarence L. Bowyer. Sr. on June 7, 1953 at Bradley. She had currently been liv­ ing in Grant and spent win­ ters in Florida. She retired from General Motors on Alpine after 30 years of service as a design sewer. Mrs. Bowyer was a mem­ ber of the North Casnovia Baptist Church in Grant and Temple Baptist Church of Dundee. Fla. She was a homemaker She devoted her life to her family and church. She was a caring, loving wife, mother, grandmother, great-grand­ mother and sister, doing kind dren; her mother. Gladys Stuifbergen of Hamilton: three sisters. Goldie (Wayne) Jousma of Bruce Crossing. Marian (Leon) Haney of Plainwell. Lucy (Ed) Young of Byron Center, three broth­ ers. Dave (Betty ) Mudget of Hamilton. Clifford (Judy) Mudget of Wayland. Gary (Deb) Stuifbergen of Hamilton; many nieces and nephews. She was preceded in death by her grandson. Jason Craig Bowyer, her father. LaRue Mudget; and her stepfather. Richard Stuifbergen Funeral services were held deeds for family and fnends. Wednesday. Aug. 13. 2003 She enjoyed reading, gar­ at Beeler Funeral Chapel. dening and flowers. Middleville. Pastor Kelly Mrs. Bowyer is survived Carlson. Pastor Jim Lyle and by her loving husband of 50 Pastor Elvin Harden officiat­ years. Clarence L. Bowyer, ed. Sr.; two daughters. Pamela Interment was at Mt. Hope (Eddie) Lomonaco of Grand Cemetery. Middleville. Memorial contributions Rapids. Patricia (Jim) Wilde of Wayland; two sons, may be made to the Clarence L. (Sue) Bowyer Jr. American Cancer Society. Arrangements by Beeler of Lake Wales. Fla., Timothy (Renee) Bowyer of Funeral Home. Middleville. Middleville; 11 grandchil­ dren; six great-grandchil- It DOES make a difference who processes your film. Capture the moments on film! Bring your film for processing 24 EXPOSURE SINGLE SET INCLUDES INDEX PRINT NOW ONLY 1-Hour Processing Additional APS Processing Denise Ann Mohr CALEDONIA Denise Ann Mohr, age 43, of Caledonia, went to be with the Lord Friday, Aug. 15, 2003. She was preceded in death by her nephew, Brandon Newsted. Denise is survived by her husband, William; her chil­ dren, Annie Cantrell. Stacie and Donnie Robinson; granddaughter. Nora Robinson; her father and mother. Cliff and liah Newsted; step-children, Lorelei Doublestien, Elissa Mohr, Angela Mohr, Miranda Mohr. Mindy Mohr. William Mohr; brothers. Dale and Barb Newsted. Darren and Pat Newsted; many uncles, aunts, nieces, nephews and cousins. 25 EXPOSURE SINGLE SET INCLUDES INDEX PRINT Funeral services for Denise were held Monday, Aug. 18, 2003 at Don Baptist Church, 1504-142nd Ave., Moline. Pastor Richard Helderop officiated. In lieu of gifts or flowers, memorial contributions may be made to the mission fund of Dorr Baptist Church. Double Prints 35mm or APS with original processing 99e GET 8X10 ENLARGEMENTS KMCLUfJ SAME DAY OR NEXT DAY PROCESSING Join the club & $ave! SPECIALTY PAPERS SEE OUR HUGE SELECTION OF COLORS & SPECIAL TEXTURES Construction continues BLACK & WHITE OR FULL COLOR CHECK OUR PRICES! Check out all our Special Service West Main Street is still closed from LemPaul to M-37 School buses will have alter­ nate routes around this detour and the one on Grand Rapids Street. 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The camp is loaded with fun for the boys, who learn many things, such as swim­ ming. canoeing, sailing, wall climbing and camaraderie. Every year, some of the boys are ' tapped-out ’ to join the Order of the Arrow They later return to the camp to do sen ice projects. The trailer has been a big help to the boys for carrying their camping equipment to many camping destinations throughout the year. Their next camping trip will be at Mackinac Island in September. These scouts camp even m the dead of win- New books at Thornapple Kellogg School and Community Library Adult Fiction - Winter Queen, by B. 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General Dentistryfor Children & Adults ♦ — NEW PATIENTS WELCOME — ♦ Eady Morning & Evening Appointments Available Conveniently located on M-37 in Caledonia (Right on the way to or from work) Quality dental care in a relaxed and friendly atmosphere. being proud of the communi ty that helps them many times during the year with other fund-raisers, such as their popcorn sale, poinsettia sale, submarine sale and canopy tent rentals,” said Mary Wangerow. a spokeswoman for the troop. "The scouts also participate in many communi­ ty service projects as well throughout the year." Annalaines offers lots new for fall by Patricia Johns Staff Writer Sharon Haney is excited about the changes to her restaurant and catering facil­ ity in Alto on Alden Nash Road (M-50). This summer parents and grandparents have shared Kids Days on Tuesdays at the restaurant. Other specials at the restaurant include an ongo­ ing lunch special, buy one and get the second one half off. She hopes this special can introduce area residents to the restaurant. She also gives a 10 percent discount to all senior citizens. It might seem a little early, but Haney says, "now is the time to make reservations for Christmas parties." The facility seats up to 250. In the past year it has been the site for wedding receptions, rehearsal parties, reunions and business meetings. She can also cater lunch­ eons and dinners off site or deliver box lunches to area businesses. Dinner will be served at ♦ Christopher J. Hier, ♦ D.D.S. ♦ 616-891-1240 ♦ other supporters of Boy Scouts and members of the community, pulled resources, had fund-raisers, and were finally able to purchase their scout trailer. D.R. Painting and Effective Signs did the graphics. The trailer and the scouts can be seen in many of the parades in the area. “They are proud of this accomplishment as well as Your Smile Tbe First Thing People See! ey She hopes to offer "one stop" wedding planning. Stic give a 10 percent discount for receptions scheduled from January through March. The restaurant is open from 8 am to 2 p.m. for breakfast and lunch. On the evenings dinner is served, beginning in September, it will be open until 8 p.m. Call 616-868-0388 for more information. ---- - --- .---.----Saving on home insurance is “No Problem.” Annalaines has a new sign and offers a new menu. Dinners will be served beginning in September and Sunday brunches start in October. IS undreih of thousand* of families are saving money with AuioOwnm Insurantc for their home and mobile home protection Slop the restaurant until 8 p.m. Tuesdays, Wednesdays and Thursdays. Haney is hard at work planning an open house on the second weekend in October, a craft bazaar in November with vendors dis­ playing their wares on the first and second weekends of tbe month. Brunch will be served from October through March from 10 am until 3 p.m. each Sunday. Their is a new menu, but Haney has kept her home­ made items, including muffins, salads, soups and pies. There are daily breakfast and lunch specials. At lunch there are always lunches under $5. Haney enjoys help­ ing couples plan their wed­ ding receptions. She will do as little or as much as a cou­ ple wants. She can decorate, help with invitations and in and ask us about quality pro let t ion, with flexi­ ble pay ment plans and "So Problem ’ tLum ^lutu-Ownrrt Inturance IMHAMt MLH Oua Raw Lx* Sanacai 0O6NKCXBI President 497 Arlington St (M-37) PO Box 99. Middleville. Ml 49333 (269) 891-8208 I < (289) 795-3302 Toll free (800) 706-3302 Fax (269) 795-3935 ' r' J �The Sun and News. MiddteviHe ML'August 19. 2003/ Page 13 Little Lambs' Alaska Hall lease reduced to 9 months by Ruth Zachary Staff Writer The Caledonia Township Board Aug. 6 turned down a proposed five-year lease with Little Lambs Day Care to use Alaska Hall in exchange for repairs, and agreed instead to continue a lease for nine more months, based on the previ­ ous terms of an agreement begun about two years ago. The cooperative day care group had asked for a contin­ uous $1 annual lease agree­ ment with the township for use of the building, in which it would have attended to all ongoing maintenance needs of the township-owned build­ ing. Two major repairs, one for a new roof, and another for siding are needed at present. By continuing the present lease at the old monthly rate, albeit for only nine more months, the township will now need to bring the build­ ing up to standard and pay for major repairs as well. The organization had been found to have uncorrectcd code vio­ lations related to the building condition. Supervisor Bryan Harrison said the township as landlord must act as a responsible party, and keep the building to the standard of its own reg­ ulations. Both parties would have the option for termination of tbe agreement with six months prior written notice. The value of investment or costs incurred, or failure to complete the named repairs would be reimbursed accord­ ing to an amortization sched­ ule. and paid to the appropn ate party , if canceled. The ongoing maintenance challenges and dram on town­ ship funds for upkeep of the building have been a reason some residents and board members would like to sell the building and reinvest the funds into another township project, especially in view of township efforts to build both a new fire station and a new library at this time. Other people have pressed to retain township ownership of the Alaska community building, concerned that such a site would not be easily found, once lost. Trustee Larry Stauffer was not in favor of the proposed lease. He said when they first came, the group was in an emergency situation, which justified a two-year arrange­ ment. He said Little Lambs had agreed to complete certain repairs, not all of which have been done, or had been paid for largely by the township. He said the level of quality of the building needed to be higher for the day care center than for a township hall. He said the fairness to other tax­ payers was an issue when the township was subsidizing their operation, and then allowing them to use the building for a dollar a year. He said a lease for five years was almost like selling it to them anyway, and precluded township uses of the building. The township does not often use the building, but holds periodic elections in the hall. Clerk Pat Snyder com­ plained that it was difficult to arrange use of the building for elections or for community rentals or meetings. She agreed with Stauffer on the matter of repairs Trustee Bill Bravata favored bringing up the stan­ dard of the building for com­ munity use or to "sell the darned thing." Later he sug­ gested trying to work out terms with Little Lambs to buy or own the building. Stauffer said if a new fire building was in the works, space for elections might be possible there. Harrison said previously the community had turned out in force to preserve the site, if not the building, because of the maintenance problems. "This would allow us to save the land." "We have invested sub­ stantially in a well, a furnace, and it doesn't end there. It’s going to need a new roof, walls, and the basement has some structural problems. I’m looking to serve the taxpay­ ers. I guess it has been a sub­ stantial drainage on our resources. We do reserve option for use for elections." But for use every two to four years, it was hardly a building worth continuing to do that, he said. Supervisor Bryan Harrison said he was reluctant to tum out Little Lambs, making them the Lost Lambs, just as their lease was up when par ents were counting on the facility and care. He said if not interested in a lease the township should not have entered into negotiations with the group, which would be a lack of good faith. Trustee Richard Robertson agreed, and was in favor of keeping the land, and said the upkeep was a substantial cost beyond the dollar a year the co-op would pay. He favored the proposed lease. He said cost of maintenance was always a problem for the township. Not evicting the group sud­ denly. prompted the sugges­ tion for a nine- or IB- month lease by Treasurer Jill Cardwell. Trustee Wally Bujak said the co-op had been good neighbors in Alaska. He said he thought the township had perhaps failed on some level to enable the group to be given an occupancy permit. Bujak said the decision dis­ appointed him. He urged the board to immediately take care of the building issues needed for them to occupy the building for the next school term. He mentioned a budget amendment might be required. AMERICAN MANUFACTURED LIVING INC (4) Brand New 16X80 Home 3 bedrooms, 2 baths $34,900 NOW$77 A JF f were Brand New 28X56 Hart Home at 7321 Equine $49,900 $C!4 Cftfl NOW 9 If was for the home includes: tax-title and 24X24 Attached Garage call CAROLE for rent incentives at 616-891-2225 —" -......... .. ■ .. ■— - — • I ■ .. �Page 14/Tbe Sun and News, Middtevtfte August 19. 2003 First student housing project planned in Caledonia Twp. by Ruth Zachary Staff Writer The Caledonia Township Board approved two re zon­ ing requests Aug. 6. even though both contained some potential future conflicts for residents or board members. Burke Thompson brought a request to rezone a parcel chi 68th Street, despite a rec ommcndation for denial by the Planning Commission based on the pcxir condition of the county thoroughfare. Notably, Planner Dave Zylstra in his staff report, recommended the project in spite of the opinion of the commissioners. Trustee/Commissioner Wally Bujak said safety issues were the reason for the Planning Commission's stand. He said the applicant at that time was not willing to put in a turn lane. Three reasons were given by Zylstra. that the request was consistent with the mas­ ter plan, with high density residential designated for the area, there were public utili­ ties supplied to the area, and the condition of 68th Street and lack of a turn-out lane was not a reason to delay rezoning. He said the tum lane issue would be dealt with at the time of the site plan review Thompson briefly described the project. He plans to put in a high density residential complex with 30, three-level units, clustered on 4.85 acres. He expects the major clientele of the rental units to be students at the new Davenport University facility. He has cleared a flat portion of the hilly property in anticipation of his project, on the parcel which he bought because it was planned for high density res­ idential. He said his preliminary drawings met the required setbacks of the ordinance. Additional clearing may be needed, but would be as min­ imal as possible. Thompson said he had consulted the Kent County Road Commission, which agreed a tum lane was need­ ed. and said he would be willing to put one in. During public comment, next door neighbor Art Homrich stressed 68th Street's terrible condition. He said he had no idea about the building specs, but objected to the density planned, and the clustered layout, which would place the units on only two acres. He said property values and resale values would go down, as other people wouldn't want to live there, and people don't want to buy land with a house on it to develop for high density housing. He wanted to be notified when the site plan review was held. There is no public Hastings City Bank notification requirement for site plan reviews. The agen­ das may be posted on the township web site. High density allows up to 6.2 units per acre. Zylstra said density was computed on the gross acreage, if the building sites were appropri­ ate. to be determined in the site plan review process. Other factors, such as land­ scaping. berming. parking, road access, lighting etc. must all work on the parcel. Township Supervisor Bryan Harrison said a strict site plan review process would be needed, especially in view of the reticence of the planning commissioner and the expected impact upon neighbors. Trustee Richard Robertson said it was hard to imagine how 30 apartments could go in there. He said Tm afraid that this is the first of what will be a num­ ber of spin-off effects of Davenport College. There is no question in my mind that the presence of that college in our township is going to increase the need for rental housing... rental housing... for students wanting inex­ pensive places to live." "I understand their need for thrift, but... it works con­ trary to what we in the town­ ship are looking for which is people who have an invest­ ment in the community and are willing to put time and effort into their properties to keep them nice." Robertson PART-TIME TELLER Hastings City Bank, a community bank established in 1886, is dedicated to providing outstanding customer service. We are currently looking for Part-Time Tellers to join our team. We currently have openings in our Hastings and Middleville offices. Qualified applicants will have a general aptitude for math, be detail oriented and possess excellent customer relations skills. Apply at the Human Resources Department Hastings City Bank 150 W Court St. Hastings. Ml 49058 EOE/M-F 09524371 bv Patricia Johns Staff Writer The Yankee Springs Township Board approved three sets of lot splits and a rezoning at their Aug. 14 meeting. Dave Middleton had met with the Zoning Board of Appeals and returned to split his property into three parcels. All now have the proper road frontage. The Just West Off M-37 10197 Gorbow Rd..Middleville HOURS! Monday-Saturday 8.30 a m. to 8 p.m. Gardens looking tired? Wake them up for fall!! Now is the time to enjoy: Black-eyed Susans - Mums - Asters - Sedum - Flowering Kale - Grasses ALL ORNAMENTAL GRASSES NOW $1.00 Off Great tor fall and winter interest We have a large selection to choose from. Stop in tor in-store specials. Check out the new items in our floral department Phone: 269.795.7674 Floral Shop 269-795-0239 on this one. He urged caution Insurance. Harrison said. in rezoning parcels to pre­ "This was unexpected, but vent "one continuous com­ highly appreciated." • A different sort of dona­ mercial strip from 60th tion by firefighters resolved Street to the county line." Harrison suggested the a problem for the Historic master plan could be revised Commission, which wanted to request repairs to the his­ in special cases. In other business, the tone Barber School, a oneroom school house owned by Township Board: • Approved a motion to the township. Archie Warner was allow 26 lots in the township to be grandfathered in and thanked for a donation of allowed at smaller minimum crushed stone placed near the sizes than will be allowed in entry way of the school. There were comments future in districts R-l. R-2 about the need for painting and R-3 . the building, for which there Trustee Bill Bravata said a problem was created for is no budget. It was asked if some landowners by a a volunteer resource or other change in lot sizes requiring labor option such as a county a larger minimum than previ­ work program, could offset ously, so that they were no the cost, and hoped to get longer buildable. Many of paint paid for by the town­ these lots had been assessed ship. Professional estimates for for utilities for several years. R-l zoning specifies a power w ashing, scraping and minimum of 40,000 square painting were for about feet. Some of these lots $7,(MX), she said. In some under a 1975 ordinance pre­ places there is raw wood. viously could be as small as The bask dwr also needs to 15,000 square feet, if estab­ be replaced. As she spoke, fire fighters, lished by the date of the ordi­ some of whom work in con­ nance. Zylstra said the change struction offered to paint the also required an instruction small building. The commission meets in, to the planning commission to amend the zoning ordi­ the small building and is a nance in portions referring to member of the one room these conditions. school house association. • Approved a lease for She invited the township antennae for AT&T installa­ board to hold a meeting in tion on the new water tower. the school, which may be • A donation to the considered in 'he near future. Caledonia Library Fund in the amount of $1,500 was made by Foremost Lot splits approved in Yankee Springs Here For You Since 1886 Hastings City Bank I& said he felt terrible for Mr Homrich. although obligated to approve the rezoning. Robertson said every where you put in utilities, "you end up with apartment buildings, and care was needed in that regard. "We are driving this homeowner and others to a point where they have no option but to sell their property." He said he hoped the planning com­ mission would be very strict in regard to the impacts this would have on neighbors. The rezoning request by Vince Meany for a rezoning from light industrial to com­ mercial for a small lot locat­ ed on Broadmoor. It is just north of a credit union build­ ing. The fact that the change was not consistent with the master plan led to hesitancy on the part of some board members. Zylstra explained in practical application industrial use on the small lot could be incompatible with surrounding uses. Bujak said the planning commission was split on the request, with Commissioner Ric Parent pointing out there were many potential indus­ trial uses which would be appropriate on that parcel. Bujak, however, supported the rezoning, because of the high visibility of the proper­ ty Robertson pointed out they were inconsistent in application of the master plan on some parcels but not r board also approved restric­ tions including a cul de sac to allow emergency vehicles to tum and paving of the private road if the property should be split further.The properties remain in the agricultural res­ idential zoning. Mark Middleton’s property at 10080 Shaw Lake Road was split into two parcels with both remaining in agri­ cultural residential zoning. The property at 100 North Yankee Springs Road and Bowens Mills Road will be split into four parcels, all remaining in agricultural resi­ dential. The board asked Don Cote to bring more information to the Planning Commission on his request to convert his Whispering Pines Resort to a site condominium. Requests for special assessment districts for dredging at Sandy Beach and Payne Creek were referred to the township's lawyer. The homeowners were encour­ aged to get several quotes which include the cost of engineering supervision. The board set Sept. 11 at 6:30 as a public hearing to discuss creating a tax assess­ ment district to allow resi­ dents of Payne Lake to include the cost of weed con­ trol of Eurasian milfoil and curly leaf pond weed on the December lax bill. Supervisor Al McCrumb is working with the Fieis and Vandenbnnk engineering firm on the water tower proj­ ect to include some of the engineering costs into the project. The next meeting of the Yankee Springs Township Board is on Thursday, Sept. 11. at 7 p.m. �The Sun and News. Mridtevilte MV August 19. 2003/ Page 15 Plan commission hopes to become more proactive CALEDONIA TOWNSHIP MEETING NOTICE A regular meeting of the Charter TownsKtp of Caledonia Board of Trustees will be hekJ beginning at 7 00 p m on Wednesday. August 20. 2003. at the Caledonia Township Village Hall 250 Maple Street Caledonia. Michigan. NOTE Individuals with dtsab* ties may request auxiliary aids and services for the meeting by contacting the Township Cleri< at (616)891-0070 TENTATIVE AGENDA 1. CALL TO ORDER/ROLL CALL. 2 PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE AND INVOCATION. 3 CONSIDERATION OF THE MEETING AGENDA. 4. PUBLIC COMMENT (BRIEF - UP TO 2 MINUTES) 5 APPROVAL OF THE CON­ SENT AGENDA A Minutes of the August 6th 2003 Board of Trustees Meeting B Correspondence Not Requmng Board Action C Approval to Pay Bills D. Treasurer's Report E Building Department Re port F Utilities Report G Fire Department Report H FOIA Report 6. INQUIRY OF CONFLICT OF INTEREST. 7. REPORTS FROM BOARD OFFICERS AND STAFF. 8 CORRESPONDENCE. 9 UNFINISHED BUSINESS A Capital Improvement Pro jects 1. Consideration of TSM Sewer and Water Contracts 2 Consideration of Cher ry Valley Properties (Formerly LePard Park) Contract & Special Assessment Proceedings 3. Consideration of Spring Valley Water Contract 4 Consideration of Broadview Country Estates Water Contract. 5. Consideration of Oppenhuizen Sewer & Water Contracts. 6. Bond Resolution for Sale of Bonds 7 Authorize Official Request of Contract Extension with Caledonia Excavating 8. Authorize Acquisition of Easements for Bond Issue Projects 9 Consideration of Con­ tract for Easement Acquisition for 100th Street Projects 10. Discussion Officers Compensation Report 10. NEW BUSINESS A Fire Department In­ surance B Health Insurance Dis­ cussion C Assessor Request tor Support 11. BOARD COMMENTS. 12. PUBLIC COMMENT (EXTENDED - UP TO 5 MIN­ UTES). 13. ADJOURNMENT. oMxnw by Ruth Zachary Staff Writer The Caledonia Planning Commission has been look­ ing forward over the past month to future activities of the commission in addition to the regular business of considering various applica­ tions for township projects. Commissioner Wally Bujak said he wanted to sug­ gest a system for followup in order to meet all Planning Commission stipulations on each project once it is fin­ ished with that part of the CALEDONIA TOWNSHIP MEETING NOTICE A work session of the Charter Township of Caledonia Board of Trustees will be held beginning at 5 30 p m on Wednesday. August 20. 2003. at the Caledonia Township/Village Hall. 250 Maple Street. Caledonia. Michigan NOTE Individuals with dtsabili ties may request auxiliary aids and services tor the meeting by contacting the Township Ole* at (616)891-0070 TENTATIVE AGENDA process. Problems with follow through on projects is dis­ heartening to the commis­ sion after putting in a lot of hard work and effort, but details of various projects "keep falling through the cracks," as Chairman Archie Warner said, because of a loss of "long term memory " The planning commission is not an enforcement body. Each case approval is to be treated as a contract w ith the applicant. At present the minutes of each meeting sup­ port the details of these terms. The minutes need to be detailed and accurate sug­ gested the applicant might also be asked to sign a con­ tract containing the terms of the approval Enforcement becomes the responsibility of the zoning administrator. One problem is the repeated turnover of different administrators over the past few years. There have been periods when there was no one filling that position. Another problem is the building inspector does not routinely examine the stipu­ lations of zoning and of requirements specific to a site when approvals are given. Chairman Archie Warner said. "With any project there should be a file. That file should be accessed by the zoning administrator who should work with the build­ ing inspector, to be sure those issues we have dictated to be part of a project be done prior to issuing an occupancy permit." He said reviewing files needs to be part of the zoning administrator's job. For instance, if a pole building is approved at 50 x 50 feet, and it is built at 60 x 80 feet, the building inspec­ tor would not automatically 1. CALL TO ORDER/ROLL CALL. 2. CONSIDERATION OF THE MEETING AGENDA 3. PUBLIC COMMENT (BRIEF - UP TO 2 MINUTES) 4 INQUIRY OF CONFLICT OF INTEREST 5. UNFINISHED BUSINESS. A Capital Improvement Pro­ jects. 1. Consideration of T&M Sewer and Water Contracts. 2. Consideration of Cherry Valley Properties (Form-erly LePard Park) Contract & Special Assessment Proceed ings 3. Consideration of Spring Valley Water Contract 4 Consideration of Broadview Country Estates Water Contract 5. Consideration of Oppenhuizen Sewer & Water Contracts 6 Bond Resolution for Sale of Bonds 7. Authorize Official Request of Contract Extension catcfo this, with Caledonia Excavating The township has a huge 8. Authorize Acquisition ol Easements for Bond Issue number of such projects in various phases and stages of Projects 9. Consideration of development, some involvContract tor Easement Acquisition - ing several buildings, and for 100th Street Projects keeping track of the details is 6. BOARD COMMENTS 7. PUBLIC COMMENT (5 a large pan of the reason for MINUTES). failures to get the desired 8. ADJOURNMENT. results, even when specified. I I I ass-ooe’ In some cases postponing a I detail results in a developer I I I I I I I I • Complete Frame Repair I • Professional Color Matching I I Loaner Cars • Front End Alignment I I • Collision Repair • Glass Repair I I call... I I All Makes and Models I All Insurances Welcome I Owned and Operated by... I I Bruce Bender I I 415 2nd Street I Middleville I BRUCE'S FRAME & ALIGNMENT • forgetting to do something, without deliberate departure from the plan. Planner Dave Zylstra said. "Linkage between the zoning administrator and the build­ ing inspector would shore that up." He said a methodol­ ogy for achieving this was needed to enable the zoning administrator could follow up on the site plan approval. Files on every case are already kept. Commissioners suggested a check list, along with high­ lighting extra-ordinary' cir­ cumstances or restrictions. Apparently some munici­ palities have a staff which reviews these details. More discussion on this issue may continue later Topics for future discus­ sions at the second monthly meetings: • Roads. A survey of roads and priorities for repairs or improvements is needed. Arranging a joint meeting with the village to discuss the topic was suggested. A suggested plan with rec­ ommendations to the Township Board is hoped to result. The board must approve any decisions. (269) 795-9596 Recommendations to MDOT must be made annually to be placed on their five year pri­ ority list. It was said Caledonia is not currently on that list. • Rotation of site plan vis­ its by various commission­ ers. • Planning Commissioner education. This could include presentations by Zylstra at the second month­ ly meeting, on topics such as site plans. PMRs. PUDs. etc. It could include visits from other agencies or experts, such as someone from MDOT to present informa­ tion. • Review of recent court cases by various commis­ sioners who would present the information. Don Koopmans volunteered for the first presentation. • A regular report of town­ ship board activities to be made by Wally Bujak. • Marketing of Caledonia s highway commercial district is to be discussed. THORNAPPLE AREA ENRICHMENT FOUNDATION » £ % Our Hometown Charitable Organization MISSION: To enrich and enhance the quality of life in the Thornapple Area by acting as a leader and catalyst in the evolving needs of the community. For scholarship and charitable gift information, please write to P.O. Box 164 Middleville. 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I Smith-Diamond Realtors* I MLS Toll Free 1-888-891-0107 I • Hark McCleve • Dave Vanderwoude Elizabeth Belson I • Deanna PlcCulfor • Ted VanDuinen Sharon Emerson I • Ryan Ogle • Cathy Wllderotter Lois Heckman • Karen Oh I rich • Lynn Ware Loma Saladino Hullinger I • Kon Erinv • Joy Wolbers Debra Lampanl I • Kon Richards • Sam Wright John PfcCleve • Sarah Sainea • Wendy Zandstra I Mary Kay McCleve I S -D FREE ANALYSIS 891-2222 �Page 16/The Sun and News Middleville August 19. 2003 Pros, cons of fire station move debated in Caledonia by Ruth Zachars Staff Writer Caledonia Township offi­ cials met Aug. 6 to review a fire department proposal for additions to staff and acquisi­ tion of a new building to house fire equipment with additional shared space for other uses. A slide presentation was given by members of the Public Safety Board, includ­ ing Carl Johnson. Bill Thornton. Bill Bravata. Brian Bennett. Ed Fischer. Kim Klctz and Daryl Penfold. Two basic areas of recom­ mendation were emphasized, centered around an extra hire and a $1 to $2 million build­ ing. The hiring of a full time maintenance man and fire­ fighter to handle both fire fighting and maintenance tasks was considered. Maintenance duties would include yard, building, elec­ trical. cleanup, ongoing main­ tenance. etc. to meet immedi­ ate needs by being on hand. This would also put a fire­ fighter on duty to be on call near the fire station. That individual also would oversee maintenance of fire equip­ ment. Johnson and Bravata said some expenses the township currently has for maintenance include lawn care. yard, building, electrical, cemetery upkeep, janitorial and clean­ ing, plowing, concrete, other township building needs, and landscaping. The total of these maintenance costs was estimated at around $51,(XM). It was estimated the cost of the employee to lake on all these duties would be a salary of between $25,(XM) and $35,(XX), (not including benefits), which would produce savings and providing better service to taxpayers. He would not be paid an extra rate per fire run. unless he was called to an emergency after work hours. The fire board seemed to believe a combined mainte­ nance person and firefighter could provide better service and cost less. Citizen Fred Fleischmann said it might be justifiable to hire a full-time maintenance man separate from a part-time fire department employee. Consideration of fire sta­ tion needs included the addi­ tional costs for staying in the present fire station next to the township hall. Items included overhead doors, apparatus, dropping and insulating the ceiling, an exhaust system, floor drains, electrical, con­ tractors costs, etc., for a total of around $341,100 over five years. The current location, about 6.000 square feet, is already very crowded. The presenters were proposing a facility with 18.000 square feet, similar to the one in Thomapple Township, which has 20,000 square feet. It was believed the proxim­ ity to the farm elevator with a potential for fire with haz­ ardous chemicals could incapacitate the fire department in its present location. The fire­ fighters would not be able to reach the emergency equip­ ment needed to fight the fire. Continued driving down streets in the village creates a slight problem for safety and speed. Johnson said. Staying at the present location also means unequal fire protection coverage of resi­ dents in the township. The present station serves the vil­ lage but leaves the densely populated Campau Lake area seven miles away or more. Insurance rates are based on the distance from the station. A 12-mile distance means a 12 percent increase in rates. Better ratings are given to homes within a five-mile range. On the other hand, there are fire hy drants in the north­ ern areas of the township, already offering those resi­ dents a better rating, but if the fire department is within five miles away. A better location for all would be near the middle of the township, or at least cen­ tral to the more populated areas. The geographic center would be on 84th Street near the Thomapple River. The Safety Board com­ pared other fire stations in Algoma. Thomapple and Plainfield, which ranged from $735,000 to $1,730,000. Paradigm, a construction firm which builds fire facili­ ties estimated Caledonia needs a station of about 18.000 square feet. Costs of building a new fire station in Caledonia were considered. The breakdown, for a build­ ing was $1.5 million, a site. $250,000. fees. $170,000. furniture and fixtures. $50,000 for a estimated total of $1,970,000. The fire and safety committee also considered an already existing site, which would offer access to major roads and the areas of higher populations in the township. The committee has located a potential suitable building near 84th Street. Cherry Valley and Broadmoor, more centrally located man the present station in the village. lt has several access drives off these major street arteries. It already has six or seven large bay doors. The only adaptations needed would include a ventilation system, a waterfill system for the tankers from a public water mam nearby, and construc­ tion of the necessary ingress and egress at around $100,000. Bravata said. Improvements to the cur­ rent building would cost about $190,000 right away. The presenters estimated savings of around $1 million over starting from the ground up at a cost of $1,095,000. Carrying costs would be around 5 percent. Bravata estimated. This site also offers grow th potential needed for addition­ al equipment, training space, office space, full time sleep­ ing space, and more. The building is over 30.000 square feet with landscaped space outside. The location and land would offer room for outside relay exercises and a training tower. The committee said in the beginning, the space in this building could meet the needs of other township uses, such as housing township offices, the utilities department, vot­ ing and precinct elections, a temporary library', and com­ munity meeting space. Another option would be to lease out the extra space until needed by the fire depart­ ment. A mention was made of the village using a portion of the building for a maintenance facility, although the process to build its own structure is already under way. Acquisition of the building at this time would offer the advantage of attractive inter­ est rates, the building and the cost to buy it is on the low side with an excess of industrial properties for sale, the location is the right place and the township could save a lot by acting now. The fire department has some funds in its budget, but depreciation and routine replacement of equipment needs to be examined careful­ ly. Bravata suggested the sale of some other township assets to apply to the fire facility could be considered. The fire millage also needs further evaluation, several agreed. Fleischmann said the fire millage is based on an aver­ age estimate spread over six years. He said $100,000 a year was to go to property acquisition, but much had been used up on fire equip­ ment. He said when the millage started in the 1990s, the equipment was 15 to 30 years old. with a pumper truck which lasted about three min­ utes and the tow nship needed to replace everything. The millage was also to set money aside to be put tow ard a build­ ing. He said ten years ago there would not have been a means to even consider a building, even though it was needed then. He said in 1992. Caledonia's commitment allowed having the sheriffs station al Dutton He later pointed out the millage basis works so that the yearly averaged allocation is usual!) adequate for a sur­ plus in the first years, but for equipment replacement result in an inadequate amount in the last years the millage covers. Harrison said regarding a building purchase, he won­ dered "how are we going to pay for it." Bravata said the decision makers must look at the millage. potential asset cash out. the fire department funds and determine how much the township can afford. Harrison suggested taking both recommendations to the finance committee. Trustee Richard Robertson, on the Finance Committee, said purchase of the building would obligate the township for other uses in half of the building, not yet established "that we need," such as a new township hall, a temporary library. He said, "If you do a temporary library, you can kiss the library good-bye." Robertson said the town­ ship side of this was becom­ ing a caboose for the fire department side. He expressed his belief that "The emergency services millage for this township is too high. It is the highest in Kent County. If you cut our emer­ gency services millage in half, it would still be higher than 15 or so townships in the county." Robertson said he did not think the cash flow would continue, and the board could not expect taxpayers to continue to fund the fire depart­ ment at the rate it was now. He said it had been needed because the department had fallen behind, and the funding had allowed its improvement. Bravata pointed out that over 50 percent of the current budget was going to the Kent County Sheriff s Department. Later Fleischmann argued the high millages were all found in townships which are the best places in Kent County to live. He said peo­ ple know they are paying for things that are valuable to the township and to protect their property. He added there were several townships with no fire or police at all. "It is the same situation," (as in the past), he said. "You have the opportunity to move into a place, and you have the cash and the ability ." Robertson said money in that fund had been budgeted but had not been spent, and is now being held in the emer­ gency services fund. The fire committee was saying it could be used for the fire department, but it could not be moved. Bravata said the fire equip­ ment replacement budget dra­ matically reduces the amount of money (around $600,000) being discussed. He said in addition, at the rate the sher­ iffs department is billing today, "we will be at $288.(XX) at the end of the year." This is for two shifts. Trustee Wally Bujak said he agreed with the location assessment, related to the guidelines for ISO ratings. Safety on M-37 was a consid­ eration. as well as the finan­ cial breakdown. He said feed­ back from residents would be important. He agreed some of the suggested uses for the building had not been in pre­ vious township planning, and wanted to take time to make a well thought out decision. Penfold said. "For the amount in the library fund we could put a library in half this building." He pointed out this location was one considered as one of three potentially good sites for a library. "But now were saying we don’t want to be stuck there by only spending $7(X).(XX) because were planning on putting up a $2.2 million facility." "On one side we say we are collecting too much for police and fire but on the other hand we want to spend a million and a half more on a library.” Season sport passes on sale now Athletic season passes are now on sale at the Thornapple Kellogg High School Athletic Office. Adult passes can be pur­ chased for $50. student pass­ es will be $30. or a family pass can be purchased fur $140 Golden Agers can pur­ chase their tickets at Community Ed. L.A. BACHELORS ALL MALE REVIEW LADIES ONLY PARTY SUNDAY NIGHT AUGUST 24TH SHOWTIME 8:00 TO 11:00 PM ADMISSION $6.00 ADVANCE $8:00 DAY OF SHOW Swamp Fox 661 Broadway St Middleville,Ml (269) 795-2127 �The Sun and News. Middleville. MI'August 19. 2003/ Page 17 Superintendent search, continued from page 1 to be the key to working around budget challenges She discusses things with parent groups, teacher, min­ isterial and community groups in her district. "(So far we've been) able to keep the budget balanced and the fund equity (intact).** "You prioritize and make sure that we're spending m the right places," said Godwin. "Look at each seg­ ment of the budget. Is it the same as last year? What are the projections?" At one time or another, school personnel usually have to work through a process of contract negotia­ tions. Q: What do sou see as the superintendent's role in the collective bargaining process? Archer has been put in the position of chief bargainer as well as mediator. "I’m able to do both," he said. "I think the superintendent should be a mediator. I’m a strong pro­ ponent of collaborative bar gaining. Talk it out together. Try to reach a win/win situa­ tion Bums has also been both positions of chief bargainer an<l mediator. "You meet with groups about the issues. Falk about problems. Talk about solutions." she said. "(You have to be) very open minded. Open to bargaining. I prefer to be outside (not as chief bargainer) as a media­ tor. Communication is very important." Godwin is currently “at the table” in her district. She has also been chief bargainer and mediator, in the past. She feels that it’s the board’s role to define the process and how they’d like the bargain­ ing to proceed. Q: As a superintendent, what do you see as your role in promoting student achievement? "It's not the superinten­ dent’s job to work with stu­ dents," said Archer. "It’s the superintendent’s job to work with the adults that pm vide the learning (opportunities) for students. "It’s our key role," said Bums. "How do we actually have kids learn? How do we monitor the curriculum? MEAP is one way (of moni­ toring) but there’s lots of ways to test (learning capa­ bilities.)" "It’s an important role." said Godwin. "It’s our main purpose. To insure that our students are high achievers. (It’s our job) to make sure our students have the cur nculum. the tools and the facilities that they need." Q: Describe your vision for integrating technology in instruction and curricu­ lum. "We use it as a tool for learning." said Bums. "It should be a part of everyday. (It’s important) to keep it current, help teachers team. It's a good opportunity to bring community members in." Godwin promotes the use of technology in instruction and curriculum. In her cur­ rent position, not everyone in her district is comfortable with the use of technology as yet. "Sometimes you have to push people along. Inspire them to see what they can do and want to be Q’s: W hat is your philos­ ophy about leading and managing people? As the superintendent, what do you see the role to be of the Caledonia administrative team? Explain your knowl­ edge of and philosophy around site-based manage­ ment. "(The administration team is) a very vital rote. They're your day to day leaders." said Archer. To determine the success of the adminis­ tration teams Archer would ’talk to teachers, talk to par­ ents." "I’m not an advocate of the pure form (of site-based decision making). Where each site has complete con­ trol (over finances, curricu­ lum, etc.)," he continued. "I’m an advocate of a modi­ fied form of (site-based man­ agement). where decisions are made with in a set of goals and parameters. (The administration team) have vauluable input. They’re the ones that will make each individual building success­ ful. They’re the ones that will make it fail... I try my best to be an advisor, not to be a dictator." Of central administration. Areher feels that it is his job to "supply support to the adults so that the adults can supply support to the stu­ dents." "It’s team work." said Bums. "Communication. We meet on a regular basis. (Help them) set some per­ sonal goals (in addition to what is expected of their job.) Bums appears to be an advocate for a more modi­ fied site-based decision mak­ ing plan as well. In her explanation of how she defines it, "It could mean that they do everything on their own." she said. "(1 like to see) some key decisions made and carried out within their house.* Like school improvement, (per building) budgeting. (But) I would like to see some central -(deci­ sions) like staff develop­ ment. budgeting, curricu­ lum ... So that everybody is on the same page." Godwin feels her role is that of participatory but (I) also need to lead to get them going sometimes. (As far as the leadership team) my most important role is to inspire people to do things that are great for the kids. To empower teachers . I wear too many hats (in her current district). It would be nice to have all those peo­ ple to talk to. to share with." As far as site-based deci­ sion making is concerned. "Every building needs to conduct their business within the confines of (parameters set by board). I don't want to be a superintendent that micro-manages (each school). Q: Communications within the district and community are important to our success. What com­ munication stucture has worked for you? "It’s important to be active in the community,” said Archer. Taking time in talk­ ing face to face with employ­ ees. The website, newslet­ ters. weekly communica­ tions. are valuable tools. You have to create opportunities for people to talk to one another." Bums likes to "get face to face with small groups," as well. "Getting to know them by name so they feel com­ fortable coming to me." She uses internal newslet­ ters. weekly articles in the newspaper and has created ’district points of pride.' "(Create) a chain of com­ munication. With parent involvement.community involvement. "I write a column in the new spaper every week," said Godwin. The column pro­ vides her with a forum to dis­ cuss issues or just inform the community of what’s hap­ pening in the district. She's a member of the Optimist Club and the Alliance Club in her commu­ nity. "I meet with the com­ munity and I participate in group meetings to talk about issues." She further communicates with her employees through e-mails, classroom visits, an open door policy and newsletters. Q: What are your long range career plans and why should we hire you? With a quick smile. Archer said his long-range career plans were to retire. Then, more seriously. "(I’ve) accepted the opportunities to grow into leadership. I achieved the level I want to be. Now in that level are degrees of happiness... I try hard. I try to do my best daily for the kids, for the staff." "I never really had a career plan to (become) a superin­ tendent." said Bums. "I’m looking for a nice place to live and work. I enjoy work­ ing with (people). Using my experience. I’m looking for a larger school district. I will give you 100% of what I have to give. I will stretch your district. I will ask some hard questions. (You can) look at my expen ence that I can bnng to you." Godwins' long range goals are to continue to be a superintendent. ‘I’d like to live in this area. There are some exciting things in this area If she were to be hired. "I bring a varied background. I have experience in a lot of areas. I’m usually upbeat." QnhJ^] CALEDONIA SCHOOLS 129 LAKE ST. Nice 1 1/2 story home on a large comer lot located in the village of Caledonia Features: 3 bedrooms. I bath, hardwood floors in diiung/living rooms, and a 2 car garage. $114.900 Tom Garbo* 868-0045. Ashley Horgan’s name was mistakenly left off the list of players pictured in the Timothy and Co. softball team. Horgan stood third from the right in the back row. 891-8980 Pearson-Cook (Dir.: M-37 to Garbo* Rd., east to Sampson. south to home) Cathy Williamson 293-7391. Correction: Real Estate For Your World"1 Caledonia • 9175 Cherry Valley ’Each office independently owned and operated THORNAPPLE KEI.LfXX, SCHOOLS 5055 ST1MPSON. Pace Reduced to $125,000. Country living yet so close Io Grand Rapids warm decor 3 bedrooms I 1/2 baths, main floor laundry Mature landscaping including waterfall fish­ pond. Great starter home she said, then added with the same smile/humor that she used throughout the inter­ view. "and I can be business­ like." Further information and scheduling dates for subse­ quent interviews will be detailed in a later edition of the Sun and News. For fur­ ther information about the candidates, their back­ grounds or other interview­ ing ’ processes, call the Administration Building at 616-891-818$. Summer Hours Open Wednesday evenings until 9pm Many More Listings Available.' For information on newly constructed homes and vacant lots currently avail­ able call: Tim Fore, president. 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Aug. 25. This day gives students a chance to meet their teachers, prac­ tice unlocking their lockers, and get their pictures taken for their identification cards. Seventh- and eighth­ graders are piloting a new communication arts curricu­ lum as well. The high school will hold an orientation day for incom­ introducing... Ell's New Complete Auto & Truck Glass Service! Quality Auto Glass Quality Service > at an affordable pric^ Mobile Service Direct Insurance Billing C ertified Technicians 100% SATISFACTION GUARANTEED There’s No Substitute For Quality... Clearly You Will See The Difference! • Complete Collision Service • Autos & Trucks • Loaners Available • 100% Guarantee on repairs Msrvm ^BODY SHOP 110 Johnson at Kinsrs Caledonia 616-891-0150 “U'c meet by tkadaii" 1• Mar St The bus drop-off area and teacher parking are in the rear of the Page Elementary building. ing freshmen Monday, Aug. 26. Students will be able to meet with administrators, receive their schedules, visit their lockers and buy lunch. TK High School Principal Ellen Zack says, “This year students will get to run through their schedules. They will know where to go for their fifth block class when school starts on Aug. 26.” Sophomores, juniors and seniors will be able to pick up their schedules in the lobby of the high school on Wednesday and Thursday, Aug. 20 arid 21. Their locker numbers and combinations will be on the schedules. Enrollment for new stu­ dents is made by starling at the guidance office. Information is available by calling the office at 7955428. Students may change their schedules until Aug. 21 on a first come, first served basis. Zack says, “This year we are really going to have a freshman focus. We want to make sure that all students can be successful.” This year the high school will have a “Student Outreach Service,” which will help the totally lost or those students who have questions. Specially trained students will where the SOS buttons and will be available to answer questions from other students. While the first day of school is still one week away, Zack says, “Graduation is scheduled this year on Friday, May 28, 2(MM. It will be here before we know it.” The school opening issue of "The Key” includes bus routes and schedules, some of which have been adjusted because of the local detours due to road construction. The Key also includes free or reduced lunch applica­ tions. Applications are also available at all schools. There will be no open houses on the day before school begins at the three clementaries. This will allow construction work to be fin­ ished, the rooms cleaned and give teachers time to set up before school begins. A special open house at all the buddings is planned for later this fall. lESNOi Managers Special I ^99 Dll Regular Oil Change D'i'i Premium Oil Change Dii Trans Flush M 500 ARLINGTON ST. (M-37) 2 MIDDLEVILLE ■4 795-3550 on site at settim the pace te/vo/rne thl'/sZTw. - �The Sun and News. Middtevtlle Ml August 19. 2003 Page 19 ‘Dig a Tree’ opens for business on Loop Road Jerald and Dawn Smith with their three children. John. Henry and Holly, start­ ed planting trees on their property on Ix>op Road in 1986. and now they have taken the risk to start a new business. They call it "Dig a Tree Transplanting. LI.C." Weather and weed control are constant battles for the family as they care for the trees on their property. They trim the conifers yearly. "It takes more than six weeks to trim ail the trees.” Dawn says. "A lot of hours and dedication go into pro­ ducing nice full trees." The trees are state inspect­ ed once a year to assure they are disease and pest free. "We are a licensed nurs­ ery." she says. Starting this business has meant some sacrifices for the family. Jerald works a fulltime job in addition to the tree business. All the chil­ dren help out as well. Dig a Tree has two spade trucks. On digs a 50-inch wide hole which is 48 inches deep and can hold a 2.000 pound root ball. The 45-inch space digs a hole 45 inches w ide. 43 inches deep and can hold a 1.500-pound root ball. They also have a trailer to use when they are transport­ ing trees for a distance. According to Dawn, the survival rate is 98 percent when using the equipment. The company can move trees up to five inches in diameter. Clients can select trees at the farm There are Colorado Blue. Black Hill and white spruce trees from six to 12 feet high. Many other vari­ eties of shade and flowering trees will be ready to be transplanted in a few years. "We are working on some larger stock for 2005 sea­ son." Dawn says. Transplanting season is from the time in the spring when frost leaves the ground to when the ground freezes. This is generally from April through November. Each type of tree has a two- to three-week growth time we avoid transplanting." We also don't plant in hot and August weather bring back memories by Patricia Johns Staff Writer August is a trickster. The weather can be hot. muggy and miserable, cold and clammy or just delightful. It is also the month when families with school age children are trying to squeeze in last minute activi­ ties. This is the last week before school begins and it is the time for the last swim, the visit to the museum, zoo or amusement park. 1 looked up last week to see if I could see any shoot­ ing stars. I don’t know if I looked* at the wrong time or if the moon was too bright but 1 didn’t get to see any this year. Then two nights the sky was cloud covered. August simmers in the dog days with heat and humidity. Thunderstorms can just pop up. spoiling the picnic. Sometimes they circle the area leaving everyone in doubt as to whether the weather is safe. Sometimes August (or July like this year) can be suddenly chilly and damp. When 1 was growing up those chilly days meant indoor camping with our tents just blankets thrown over chairs. My brothers, sister and I would play endless games of Monopoly, ‘‘Go Fish" and “Crazy 8s.” We would tell our best scary stories. My brothers would always be checking to see if the rain had stopped so they could go out and play in the puddles. If it was really cold we would pop com in a big cast iron pan in the fire place. Or. one of my favorite memo­ ries. we would make hot chocolate and cinnamon toast. My sister and I would use the bone China cups we had gotten free from Tetley and cut the toast into strips. We would get dressed up to enjoy these perfectly elegant repasts. Then August w ould return to her hot. sticky self again. If there was a warm after­ noon rain without thunder, we would put on our bathing suits and wash our hair in the ram. We would stamp in our soapy puddles and laugh. Our hair would be twisted into shampoo coiffures. Even my brothers who got crew cuts for the summer would have whipped shampoo dos like Father Christmas’ hair and beard. Then rinsed with rain water we would run for the towels. August is a harbinger of school and the end of vaca­ tion. High school students don’t have too much time to take that final summer bike ride or eat that last ice cream sundae. Their August means band camp, football, tennis and soccer practice. For me. even in the flurry of “back to school” shop­ ping. a sudden August show­ er brings back the scent of summers past and the sound of laughter. Some things are meant to be a certain way... Like insurance from Pioneer State Mutual • Comprehensive coverage for homes and vehicles • Discounts for insuring both your home and car • Quick claims response and sound ad.; It’s the tray insurance should be STAUFFER & WIGGERS INSURANCE AGENCY 612 E Mam St • Caledonia Ml 49316 /fOEasunmnw 616 891 9294 TRUSTWORTHY dry conditions." Dawn says. The company also moves trees from one site to anoth­ er. Sometimes trees in a home landscape grow too big for the space. John says, "Sometimes we have moved beautiful favorite trees and sometimes we have moved 'Charlie Brown' trees. "We have enjoyed helping some of the new residents add trees to their new yards. Some people seem to enjoy playing with their landscape and find just the right place for their trees." Dawn says. "Our goal is to see our 6,000 place spruce trees spread throughout the local area. They will add proper value and provide wildlife habitat. We tell people that trees make a world of differ­ ence." Dawn says. Spruce are great for bor­ ders, accents.privacy, mark­ ing lot boundaries and pro­ vide year round green. Dig a Tee is located at 2981 Loop Road in Middleville. Call 269-7952232 for more information. Dawn concludes. "Our goal is to work for and serve our customers at a reason­ able and affordable rate.’' BLACK TOPSOIL Screened or Unscreened Sand, Gravel, Crushed Concrete DOZER WORK Stumps, Clearing, Driveways Dun's Du^lntj 269-795-7830 Quality work at competitive prices Senior Citizen Discounts Written Labor Warranty I licensed and Insured RESIDENTIAL ROOTING SPECIALIST Tear-offs & Re-roofs ALL STAR ROOFING Call us for a free Professional Estimate _______ (616) 877-4253________ sm YOUR ONE STOP WATER STORE BEST PRICE, QUALITY, SERVICE �Page 20/The Sun and News. MxJdlevrtle August 19. 2003 Kent County Youth Fair rained on, but not out Taking care of your animal doesn't stop during show week, all participants have “barn duty.” Trevor Cavanaugh, of East Kent Beef, cares for "Harry." all 1,430 pounds of him. during fair week When you're a small 4-Her, you start out small. Here William Wolf. 4. of Alto shows off his African pygmy goat "Spyro." Clay Groot, a homeschooler from Alto, enjoys some free time with his goat, Doby. Groot and Doby are from Cherry Valley Livestock. FUN DAY RESULTS Thank you to all parents and volun­ teers that helped at the beach. Also, a thank-you to Bill Walker and Rick King for helping at the beach with the buoys. Have a great winter—see you next sum­ mer! The Beach Crew Spencer Steeby, 13, an eighth-grader at Caledonia Middle School, shows off his Supreme Champion Ram, Breeding Class. Paige Redner. 10. of Showcase Riders, riding E.T.. waits her turn in the ring. Showcase Riders are in the process of raising funds for the Marilyn Guikema Memorial Horse Barn. Guikema was a longtime 4 H supporter before her death in 2001 just 10 days shy of her 54th birthday. Not all the attractions are ribbons and carnival rides, some are just plain cute. This rabbit, who lives up to her name, "Large Marge," was an attraction in her own right. Marge is owned by Jackie Roodvoets of the Alto Active Achievers. Photos by Cathy Rueter Showers and rainstorms battered the Kent County Youth Fair during the week of Aug. 4-9. Though the tents and run­ ways may have been wet, that didn’t seem to dampen the spirits of the fair partici­ pants or fans. Caledonia was well represented with many ribbons and trophies during the week-long event. Animals and kids aren’t the only bit of Caledonia to be seen at the Kent County Youth Fair. Caledonia Farmers Elevator’s tent is a popular spot at the fair just as it is in town for all the essentials needed for raising a show animal. Raising animals isn’t the only thing a 4-Her has to be concerned about. Keeping a log of animal feeding, showing and care, as well as arts, crafts, writing, music and other accomplishment are well documented in the exhibition tents. Here Cherry Valle^lsvestoWots ’’Oohstructing ub aeriowito hi �The Sun and News. Middleville. MIAugust 19. 2003/ Page 21 Campau Corner, Alto Marathon plan kid fingerprinting program by Cathy Rueter Staff Writer The Campau Comer and Alto Marathon gas stations and convenience stores are providing the Alto/Caledonia areas with service all right, but not just the customary kind from a gas station. The two stations, part of Great Lakes Convenience Inc., owned by Alto resident Don Ziemke. are offering a free fingerprinting program through Child Protection Education of America Inc. The program is being coordinated by another Alto resident. Denise Hughes, representing Infinite Promotions in Wyoming. Mich, infinite Promotions will staff a stand at both of Ziemke *s stores to offer the free fingerprinting program Aug. 20-24. Hours of opera­ tion for the program will be 10 a m. to 8 p.m. Wednesday through Saturday and Sunday from 11 :30 a.m. to 8 616-868-1000 or Campau Comer - Bernie Pleva 8686845. Alto Marathon is located at the comer of 64th Street p.m. CPEA will provide par­ ents with fingerprinting materials, a dental form and information on preventing child abductions. All infor­ mation with the CPEA free program is confidential and remains in the parent's pos­ session. "CPEA has helped locate over 6.000 children in the last few years." said Hughes. The program also partici­ pates with KIDZ IDZ. anoth­ er child identification pro­ gram that offers a hard copy card for parents to give to grandparents and/or other care givers with insurance and medical information, in addition to the regular identi­ fication data. Though the CPEA finger­ printing program is free, they will have items such as DNA kits, safety items. T-shirts, etc., for sale. "That’s how we can pro­ vide the program for free." said Hughes. "A portion of and Alden Nash (M-50) Highway. Campau Comer is located at the comer of 68th Street and Whitneyville Road. Ten local students Cornerstone grads Ten area students are Jan and Michael Oberlin, a among those receiving 1999 graduate of Caledonia degrees at the end of the High School. • Marissa Lyons of spring semester at Cornerstone University. Caledonia, bachelor of sci ence. daughter of Michae Grand Rapids. The students, their home­ and Carolyn Lyons, a 199c towns. types of degrees, par­ graduate of East Kentwood ents (where made available) High School. • Tammy Zepp ot and high school alma maters Caledonia, bachelor ot arts, were: daughter of Richard Zepp. i • Claire Andrus of 1998 graduate of Heritage Middleville, master of arts. High School. • David Orway of • Jonay Casares of Middleville, associate in sci­ Free fingerprinting through Child Protection ence. a 1981 graduate of Caledonia, bachelor of sci­ Education of America. Inc., provided by Infinite Thomapple Kellogg High ence. a graduate of St. Josepl Promotions will be available this week at Campau School. High School. Corner gas stations, corner of 68th Street and • Kelly Burnside ol • Bradley Pelton of Whitneyville Road, and Alto Marathon, corner of 64th Middleville, bachelor of sci­ Caledonia, bachelor of sci­ ence. a 1982 graduate of ence. a 1986 graduate of Street and Alden Nash (M-50) Highway. Grant High School. Hudsonville High School. • Jenni Vandcrl.aan ot that goes to the CPEA. They dren.org. • Matthew Harrison of For more information Grand Rapids, son of Brian Caledonia, bachelor of arts, support the missing chil­ about the program through Harrison, a 19933 graduate of daughter of Al and Carla dren's cause."’ VaderLaan. a 1998 graduate According to a press Alto Marathon or Campau Caledonia High School. release provided by Hughes, Comer, call Ziemke or the • Kurt Oberlin of Alto, of Calvin Christian High and join us for some fun.” store managers at Alto CPEA is "a newly estab ­ School. bachelor of science, son of The second trip will be to lished non-profit organiza­ Marathon - Mark Doctor Frankenmuth on Oct. 10. tion dedicated to addressing "This is always a special top. so give us a call and one of America's most press­ make plans to travel with us ing concerns, missing and to this lovely getaway," the exploited children. CPEA educates parents about the spokesperson said. The trip will include trans­ dangers that face their chil­ portation by motor coach, dren in our society and con­ lunch at the Bavarian Inn, a ducts programs to assist with city tour, and a stop at the that education.” Apparently, a statistic world famous Bronner's Christmas shop. Cost is $55. from the Department of Cali and reserve a spot for Justice states that one out of this trip by Sept. 9 at 795- six missing children are found because someone rec­ 3397. ognized their photograph. CPEA not only provides the free fingerprinting pro­ gram. but also plays a major role in assisting with missing 1351 N. M-43 Hwv. children photograph distri­ P.O. Box 188 bution and maintains a 24 Hastings, Ml 49058-0188 hour a day/seven day a week toll-free hotline. 866-USAChild. to register a missing child or report the sighting of a missing child. According to the release. CPEA is able to "provide all services free of charge due to the generous Whether your printing needs are complex color brochures or simple black support from the public.” and white forms, let J-ad Graphics design, print and deliver quality "If (the community) can’t make it. they can call 616printed materials you'll be proud of. Complete design, printing and 261-5100 to find out where bindery facilities in-house to handle all of your printing needs no matter this program is going to be located again, explained how large or small. Call one of our Printing Specialists today! Hughes. Or check with their local retailer. We re often at Publishers of: grocery store-, places where •Hastings Banner families shop... fairs and •Hastings Reminder festivals." •Sun & News For those that would like more information about this •Lakewood News program. call Child • Maple Valley News Protection Education of Marshall Community America Inc (Tampa. Advisor Flondai at 866-L SA-Child or visit the website at Battle Creek Shopper w w w.find-missing-chil- TK Community Ed trips slated this fall Two TK Community Education-sponsored trips are coming soon. One will be on Sept. 19. traveling by school bus to Cornwell's Dinner Theatre to see the musical “Oklahoma.” The $35 cost includes trans­ portation. a turkey lunch and a ticket to the show. As always, there will be time to enjoy some browsing in the shops if so desired. "This popular outing will fill fast, so please call to reserve your spot soon." said a TK Community Ed spokesperson. “Call a friend Have a Printing Need? Graphics We Have a Colorful Solution • Weekender Quadriplegic to speak at church YoYo and Sandi Collins will appear (n concert at 7 p.m. Wednesday Aug. 27. at the First Baptist Church. Middleville. YoYo Collins broke his neck and severed his spinal cord in 1977. leaving him paralyzed from the collarbone down. He and his wife have been appearing in churches all over the United States since 1980 Coll 945-9554 anytime to place war Sun Hews ACTION-Ad & reach over 11,000 him homes! To contact one of our Printing Specialists Call: Phone (269) 945-9554 Fax (269) 945-5192 �Page 22/The Sun and News. Middtevitte. August 19. 2003 Football, soccer, band units ready for TK turf by Patricia Johns Staff Writer Thomapplc Kellogg Athletic Director Mark Uyl told members of the school board Aug. 11,**! think that this will be the last time 1 will come before you to talk about turf.” He explained that the peo­ ple from General Sports Turf have been working diligently to get the field ready. ‘ The heavy downpours we have had delayed them for about a week. We did see that the new drainage system works very well. All the water went where it was sup­ posed to go.” He explained that the schedule for the fall shows relatively equitable use by football and soccer teams, as well as by the band. Besides the high school football and soccer teams, the Thom apple Kellogg American Youth Soccer Organization (AYSO) will be able to use the field on seven Saturdays and the 78er football teams will be able to use the field on seven Wednesdays The field will be groomed about once every three weeks. The new fiber used in our turf is proving to even longer lasting than we anticipated." Uyl said. The district has also planned some opening cele­ brations for the renovated stadium. There will be a community open house with varsity and jayvee soccer games Tuesday. Aug. 26. There will be free admis­ sion to the stadium for all spectators. The gates will open at 4:30 p.m. The JV game will begin at 5. Tluutk You Gudw Weal MftuW Jet putduiwg 2003 Kent Cewthj Fob 4-H Hwi £Uft JduwtMi There will be a brief rib­ bon cutting ceremony at 6:30 p.m. The new scoreboard is dedicated to Enc DeGroote. a player who died after play­ ing in a soccer game. The varsity game will begin at 6:45 p.m. Spectators will be invited to walk the field at halftimes and after the games. The first home varsity football game will be held on the new field Friday. Sept. 12. in the Trojans' is first ever football game against Hastings. "This seems hard to believe." Uyl says. There will be a presenta­ tion by General Sports Turf and a check presentation by the company to the Middleville AYSO organiza­ tion. The first ever Saturday night soccer games will be held on the field Sept. 13. The JV game begins at 5 p.m. followed by the varsity at 6:45. This is AYSO night. Any youth soccer player wearing an AYSO jersey will receive free admission. Friday. Sept 26. is Youth Football Night. Any child wearing a TK youth football jersey gets in free. The game is against South Christian. aaaaahhhhhhhh!!!!!! Summer’s almost gone! Gotta get to Gavin for a Great Deal Today! 00 Chevy Malibu LS 01 CMC 3/4 T Crew Cab 4x4, 6 0 V 8. auto 4 door. 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Johnson, bach­ elor of business administra­ tion; Wendy Martin, bache­ lor of science; Rebecca L. Roosien, bachelor of science; Katie J. Ullery, bachelor of science, cum laude (3.745 to 3.867 cumulative grade point average); Lois L. Van Broekhoven, master of edu­ cation; Rebecca J. Ward, bachelor of science. • Middleville — Jared A. Bier-Hobbs, bachelor of sci­ ence. magna cum laude; Beverly A. Karelse, bachelor of arts, cum laude; Jay P. O’Neal,, master of business administration. Middle Villa Inn 19K ■14,995 • men s • women s • youth s • mixed • junior adult leagues 02 Chev 3/4 T SlLVERADO no experience necessary NEW LANES, NEWLY REMODELED *26,995 CAVIN • Chevrolet • Buick • Pontiac New Micro Brews SALES HOURS Join the fun, sign up today for fall bowling leagues Call for details SERVICE HOURS 795-3318 • 891-8151 M-37 North of Mkfcflevtite. Across from MwMtevttta 461 IN. 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(269)945and teen, toys, women West­ 3923 ern tops, 2 saddles, furni­ ture, MI D snowblower. Household . 9353 Chem Wiley Ave.(M-37» % Caledonia Village Centre * . $2000 OFF $2000 OFF SET OF ANY s<r C, PREMIUM TIRES FRONT & REAR BRAKES WTH NAPA PREMIUM BRAKE PADS COMPUTERIZED : 4 WHEEL ALIGNMENT $4999 On most makes & models �Page 24/The Sun and News. Mtddtevifle. August 19. 2003 Last Famous Flooring car show of season is Aug. 25 by Cathy Rueter Staff Writer Next Monday. August 25. may be the first day of school, district-wide, for Caledonia, but it's also the last Monday Night Classic Car Show for this summer at Famous Rooting. Famous Hooting. in the Glen Valley Retail Center, has held Classic Car shows for the past several Monday evenings. It's a time to open their doors and their parking lot to classic car enthusiasts for gathering together, show­ ing off cars and making friends. Peggy Wiltgen, co-owner of Famous Hooting with her husband. Tom. believes that many people are the most enthusiastic about their house, "they're the second most enthusiastic about their vehicle." What better way to encorporate those two pas­ sions than a classic car show al a flooring center? The show next week, which is scheduled from 5 to 8 p.m.. will feature free hot dogs, lemonade and a live disk jockey. There will also be prize drawings every halfhour. Prizes consist of gift certificates and the like from local merchants Monterey Grille. Sunsations. Rainbow’s End. Thomapple Floral & Gift. Sam's Joint. Movie Outpost. Village Stylists. Subway. Little Ceasar’s, Pampered Chef. MidVilla Inn. Twist N Scoop. Raffealla's by Pagano's and of course. Famous Hoonng. The show was the brain­ child of John Frederick, Famous Hooting’s ware­ house manager, as well as the disc jockey for the evening, in addition to his duties for Famous Hooting. Frederick's owns Funtastic Sounds and Karaoke. It seems that Frederick’s grew up in Detroit in an area Peggy Wittgen (co-owner of Famous Floonng with husband Tom), second from left, enjoys a moment with classic car enthusiasts Jerry and Kay Cisier of Middleville and Becky Buxton, left, also from Famous Flooring. ^/Famous Flooring*’ N O R S Bring Your Classic Car ' *, I MONDAY, AUGUST 25th Q *V Showing 5:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m. \ where it’s common practice to hang out in parking lots and show off Classic Cars. With Famous Hooting being open later on Monday nights, it seemed the perfect time to open the parking lot up to classic car buffs. "It was John’s idea to do this,” said Wiltgens. "It’s a great venue to bring people together." In case of ram. the show is scheduled for Thursday. Aug. 28. the other night of the week when the show­ room is open late. Famous Flooring is local ed at 9185 Cherry Valley SE in Caledonia, just a mile south of 84th Street on M37. For more information about this or other store news, call 616-891-9(MM). Cone Corral is a sweet family treat 9185 Cherry Valley Ave. • Caledonia, Ml 49316 v* ‘ 891-9000 Street AUTO SHOW The Cone Corral provides sweet treats for the whole family. Left to right Becky Buxton Peggy Wihgen Jerry A Kay Cisier • Apptrbcri faJFREE Hot Dogs S2 and Lemonade!! • Mivuerrs Grill • Muidlf Villa but •HotHem Q V Carol Reeder knows her ice cream. She enjoys the new Cone Corral next to Greg s Get It n Go because she now has room to expand inside Greg’s and provide more ice cream offenngs in the new building. The deck outside the build­ ing also provides a safe place away from traffic to enjoy the treats. There is also a drive through. She says, "we are supposed to have the best chili dogs in town.” The Cone Corral also offers Dream Cones, coated in fudge and nuts, Flurries and 16 flavors of slushes. The Cone Corral has the standard chocolate dip for soft cream and the new blue raspberry. There is also hand dipped hard ice cream. "I have a great group of Thomapple Kellogg High School students working for me," she says. The Cone Corral s hours are from Monday through Saturday from 11 a.m. until 10 p.m. and on Sunday from 1 to 9 p.m. Hours may change once school starts. � https://barrycountyhistoryportal.org/files/original/25/713/SunandNews_2003-08-26.pdf a97275457d251f39e4a8fbeae30fddac PDF Text Text HASTINGS PUBLIC UBRAIT 121S CHURCH SI 490U-1BX Ci "7 and Ne Your Hometown per Serving Middleville and Caledonia Areas 132nd year Published by J-Ad Graphics, Inc. No. 35/August 26, 2003 Caledonia Twp. lays groundwork lor $2,6 million utility expansion by Ruth Zachary Staff Writer Perhaps Caledonia resi­ dents may one day note Aug. 20 as the historic turning point for the community. That's the day when its Township Board agreed on a 4-3 vote to a contract with a Garden Grove developer to set in motion a $2.6 million utility bond issue, laying the groundwork for develop­ ment south of 100th Street. In a 5-2 vote, Trustees Richard Robertson and Wally Bujak opposed a con­ sent agreement amendment with T & M Partners LLC, upon which the success of the bond issue hinged. The amendments of the consent agreement for Garden Grove and contract with T & M involved several clarifica­ tions of terms for both sides. The repayment of a loan to the township by T & M is contingent on hookups in the development, based on a minimum of 135 units in Garden Grove, occurring somewhat later. Timing of the repayment is critical. The motion instructed Township Attorney James White to draft amendments to the consent agreement so it would agree with the T & M contract, to include the following details asked for by the two parties • An 18-month timetable "No matter what, ...if it involves development in this township, certain board members will be against it every time." - Bill Bravata, Caledonia Township Trustee for the construction of resi­ dential condos by T & M Partners, beginning at com­ pletion of public sewer and waler availability to the proj­ ect, and verified by engi­ neers Wilcox Associates. A six-year time table from that same date would be set for completion of the buildings in the development. • I he interest obligation would begin at the time a minimum of 135 water and sewer units was sold, built and hooked up. Units of more than 161 would require paying a connection fee, just as would any other resident. • The applicant would pay for township legal fees. • T & M Partners would pay 10 percent of the 100th Street and M-37 traffic light and intersection improve­ ments or $50,000. whichever was greater, unless the Michigan Department of Transportation does not approve the signal and improvements, in w hich case T & M would put $50,000 into an escrow fund after ten years. Other steps including the sale of bonds, would occur according to the approved sequence after the contract with T& M is signed. The other contracts in the prescribed sequence were tabled until The T & M con­ tract is final, to be dealt with after the sequence of events in the multi-step process is worked through. Cardwell did not want to set the date and approve the bond sale until the T & M contract was finalized, which led to tabling other agenda items because details depended upon the timing. The $2.6 million, 20-year bond issue is contingent on T "It’s not good public policy to have the same consultants that are advising the board on projects be the same ones who are also awarded the contract for the project." - Wally Bujak, Caledonia Township Trustee & M’s agreement, with advertising for public sale with closed bids, also to be arranged as soon as possi­ ble. Utilities Administrator Rich Pierson said a series of contracts involving several projects would provide a rev­ enue source to pay off the bonds Three types of con­ tracts; assessment contracts, connection fee contracts, and construction contracts were involved. The board directed White to draft a new construction contract, establishing the first of a series of steps lead­ ing to the sale of bonds if T &M agrees to the contract. Two construction contracts would extend sewer and water to the development planned south of KXXh Street and M-37. The T & M water and sewer construction would provide part of the revenue repayment package for the principal and interest. If this was not accomplished, finance consultant Bendzinski had advised the rest should not go ahead either. The company would assume all future soft costs connected to the project. Six ocher contracts related to the transaction, had been signed by other parties, including a termination agreement. White said. The Lepard Park develop­ ment. now known as Cherry Valley Properties. had signed a special assessment water and sewer contract for $602,000, supplied by the northwest utility districts by the same method as previ­ ously used for others there. An agreement to cover over­ sizing water lines for fire flow to the higher elevation, at a cost of $4,250 would be reimbursed by the township. This township obligation will be met by providing 135 feet of pipes from the north. Two related special assess­ ment public hearings are scheduled Sept. 10. the same night as the bond sale is scheduled. Identical payment con See utility expansion, pg. 12 Middleville officials to look at ‘blueprint’ for downtown village All but three Caledonia school administrators get pact extensions by Cathy Rueter Staff Writer The Caledonia Board of Education last Tuesday approved two-year contract extensions for all but three administrators. Administrative contracts were extended until June 30. 2005 for the Caledonia High School Principal ($84,411), CHS Assistant Principal ($74,739). Caledonia Middle School Principal ($81,988). CMS Assistant Principal ($60,460). Emmons Lake Elementarv Principal ($79,136),' Kettle Lake Elementary Principal ($77,487),' Dutton Elementary' Principal ($84,184). Director of Personnel ($90,126). Director of Transportation ($45,453), Director of Special Programs ($73,672) and Director of Operations ($63,492). Not included in the con­ tract extensions were the positions of Business Manager ($88,865). Director of Instruction & School Improvement ($80,185) and Caledonia Elementary Principal ($72,313). All three have contracts through this next school year. It was later clan tied that any current dis­ cussions about these positions would be handled in closed session because they are per­ sonnel matters. The Superintendent and Director of Technology posi­ tions are currently unfilled positions for 2003-04. The Athletic Director position was filled on June 17. No fur­ ther action has been taken yet on these positions. The school board last May tabled a motion concerning administrative contract renew als. Board member Kristy Ann Sheriund said at that meeting in May. "11*1 not normally my character to read (a state­ ment). but 1 don’t want what I have to say to be miscon­ strued. “Over the past several months. (ret in ng Superintendent) Doug (Busman), his team and com­ munity members have spent countless hours determining ways to cut expenses to deal with our current dwindling funding situation. The out­ comes from this process have impacted almost every area of our educational sy stem. While we are hopeful we can operate the 2003-2004 school year under these very uncer­ tain financial tunes, accord­ ing to the (State) House Fiscal agency, the 2004-2005 revenue picture is very uncer­ tain. “These facts, along with our newest challenge of replacing our superintendent, leads me to request tabling the vote on the extension of our administrative contracts until Aug. 19. 2003. At that time we will have a clearer picture of our superintendent replacement, our budget will be adopted, and hopefully we will have additional informa­ Delores Palma and Doyle Hyett talked with the public, members of the village coun­ tion on the direction of the cil, business owners and others during the week they spent in Middleville working on state aid payments. a downtown blueprint. “Since all of our adminis­ “This bodes well for your see in the village are the pub­ by Patricia Johns trators have contracts future success.” he said. Staff Writer lic library, a bed and breakthroughout the next school Among the future develop­ The “blueprint" to promote year. 1 believe we have the See blueprint, pg. 15 Middleville ments residents would like to responsibility to delay the downtown extension of these contracts, should be presented to mem­ until our new or acting super­ bers of the Village Council intendent can influence the Tuesday. Sept. 2. Delores Palma and Doyle recommendations. Caledonia Community Schools are priv­ Hyett met during the week of ileged to have an excellent Aug. 11 with the public, local • Fall sports team previews for TK team of administrators serv­ business owners, non-profit and Caledonia ing our children. This by no organizatioris and others to means reflects our confidence discuss ways to bring busi­ • Y.S. Plan Commission agrees to . in their work, yet a time for nesses and people downtown. pre-approval for signs During the community ses­ this board to reflect and con­ • Caledonia Twp. planners give tinue to analyze our infra­ sion participants focused on structure so that wc can use what they wanted to see hap­ developments green light our limned resources to best pen in the next five years • Kinsey Developers, Caledonia Palma praised the village bring equality to the educa­ Village negotiate new plan tional system at Caledonia for its cooperative work with See pact extensions, pg. 15 the tow nship In This Issue �Page 2/The Sun and News. MiddWtflfe, ADgiist 26 2003 TAEF to honor Bergakkers at annual dinner The seventh annual Thomapple Area Enrichment Foundation s seventh annual recognition dinner Thursday, Sept. 18, will honor Curt and Kathy Bergakkcr. Barbara Dykstra, a member of the foundation’s board of directors, said the Bergakkers are unsung heroes in the com­ munity. Curt is also known as the "hot dog" man from his work selling hot dogs when the concession stand is open. He continues to work with the Thomapple Kellogg Boosters even though his three daugh­ ters have graduated from the high school. He was president of the boosters for seven years. « Daughter Stacey is attend­ ing Grand Valley State University, pursuing a career The invitations to this din­ ner have been sent out by the foundation. Anyone who does not receive an invitation and would like to attend may call Dykstra at 795-1142 A silent art auction featur­ ing the work of local artists will be held during the dinner. Proceeds from the auction will benefit additional com­ munity projects. The cost for the dinner is $25 per person or $40 per couple. The entree choices are chicken, broiled scrod or sizzler steak. Checks should be made payable to the Thomapple Area Enrichment Foundation. Additional contributions to the organization are appreci­ ated. The deadline for reserva­ tions is Sept. 4. pie volunteer. That has been great." Curt says. The Boosters also provide meals and concessions during the 24 Hour Challenge each June. Curt also volunteers with youth missions through their church. Gun Lake Community Church. He has traveled to Tennessee and Kentucky twice and New York once with the group. "There are some great kids in this area.” he says. Dykstra says, "this is the first year we have asked the community to nominate peo­ ple for this honor. The Bergakkers will find out who nominated them dur­ ing the dinner on Sept. 18 in the Middle Villa Inns Greenery Room. The social hour w ill begin at 6 p.m. and the dinner will begin at 7. in criminal justice. Brenda is the assistant manager of the Caledonia McDonald s and Julie will be starting her work toward a teaching career at Grand Rapids Community College this year. Curt joined the boosters because he believes "You can only complain when willing to work for the solution." During his presidency, the group raised $85,000 for proj­ ects such as the new conces­ sion stand, uniforms and bat­ ting cages. Kathy has been doing day care for more than 15 years. "I am working on the sec­ ond generation of some fami­ lies.” she says. Between the two of them. "We have met lots of people Curt and Kathy Bergakker will be honored as “unsung who have become very good community heroes’ on Sept. 18 at the Middlevilla Inn. friends. I have seen more peo After-school activities abound for TK students by Patricia Johns Staff Writer School starts this week, but sometimes schools can’t pro­ vide a class to fill students’ every interest. So there are many opportu­ nities for after school classes and programs. The Thomapple Kellogg Schools offer some after school clubs at the elementary and middle school level. The district also sponsors Science Olympiad and Odyssey of the Mind classes Students and parents MILLER MEANS... Middleville & Gun Lake Area Office 317 Arlington, Middleville. Ml Miller REAL ESTATE (269)945-5182 (269)795-3305 l^rrv A Iler ding ins IHanne Keldpausch Kav Stobonburg CiRI.CRS Awoc Broker * S.KBM4W® Debbie Frvvav Karen Hrovvn C'raig Stolmaburg GM. SOLD! Hastings Office 149 W. State Street. Hastings, Ml 795-7272 623-H357 795-9331 795-4470 '•HI llll- Mark Hewitt <«u Stthc |940 Ron i-ewi* Mike Humph revs. CR&GRJ Brck«*oi*w 945-5365 838-1332 X38-7005 838-6250 945-0235 945-5103 945-4436 Looking For A Home? Be Sure To visit Our user Friendly web Site At www.millerrealeatate.net can contact individual schools for information. For information about classes offered through Community Education, call 795-3397. Information about before and after school child care for students through grade five, call 795-3397. Children who are musical­ ly inclined can contact the Community Music School in Hastings to see what open­ ings still remain. Call 269948-9441 for more informa­ tion. Art classes will be offered through the Thomapple Arts Council beginning in October. Information on the classes is available by calling 945-2002. Local teachers also are offering art opportunities. Insoon Fetch w ill hold classes in several different media including pottery, acrylics, watercolors, and pencil. Her classes are held from 4-5:30 p.m. Classes arc held in her stu­ dio on Whitneyville Road. Call Fetch at 795-8925 for fees and directions. Laura Miller is offering classes in draw ing and design for middle school aged stu­ dents in her studio at 210 Arlington (M-37) on Tuesdays, Wednesdays and Thursdays from 2:30 p.m. to 4 p.m. Lessons will include lines and shapes, contour, shading, pattern, advertising design and much more. The cost is $10 per lesson. For more information call Miller at 795-4179 or via email at bos21(K<i'rierv.net. For students interested in acting, classes at the Grand Rapids Civic Theater begin on Sept. 22 for dance and per­ formance. Classes in acting, voice and musical theater begin Sept. 27. For more information call the Civic Theatre School of Performing Arts at 616-2226653 or visit the website at www.grct.org. While students need time to do their homework and play outside, after school activities can give some stu­ dents a way to fulfill interests or explore new possibilities. Fall book discussions set to begin Sept. 3 at Caledonia Library "Walking across Egypt" by Clyde Edgerton is the book selected for the Wednesday, Sept. 3, book discussion at the Caledonia Public Library. The book discussions are open to anyone and are held at 1 p.m. on the first Wednesday of each month from September through May. Copies of the book which detail the connections between a older woman, a lost boy, a community and pound cake are available at the library. The group will discuss the work of John McPhee on Oct. I. His non-fiction writing has touched on everything from the Pine Barrens of New Jersey to oranges to Alaska. The library will have three of his works, but participants are encouraged to read their favorite and come ready to talk about looking at the world through words. Later in the year the group will discuss the book selected for the entire county to read. The name of that book has not been announced. For more information about library programs, call 616-647-3840. movie OUTPOST VIDEO SUPERSTORE Glen Valley Retail Center M-37 891-9303 Open Weekdays 10 am to 11 pm & midnight on Fri. & Sat. movie; buTPorf; I n * . i i Rent One Movie or Game and get a second rental FREE I I with this coupon. Good Sunday thru Thursday I | I Offer good at Caledonia location FOR MORE MIDDLEVILLE, GUN LAKE AND CALEDONIA AREA PROPERTIES. PLEASE SEE OUR ADS OR PAGE 2 OF THE REMINDER. IN THE GRAND RAPIDS PRESS. THE HOMES DIGEST ANO THE PENASEE GLOBE. I Free rental ot equal or lesser value One coupon Expires 9r2 03 I SID4EW^ j-'LE AugUSt 29th-30th * • Previewed Movies and Games all discounted. • Movie and Game Accessories reduced. V • Games and prizes. W • Face painting. ) Product Id SunAi &J65.’O47O �The Sun and News. Middleville. August 26. Page 3 Fun for all in fall planned at KDL Caledonia branch by Cathy Rueter Staff Writer The weather may be hot right now, but autumn is just aroudB the comer. And fun abounds in the fall around the Caledonia branch of the Kent District Library. Now that the kids and grandkids are back in school.the adult book discus­ sions continue Wednesdays. Sept. 3. Oct. 1 and Nov. 5. These I p.m. book discus­ sions are friendly, informal times to gather with friends and neighbors. Contact the library for more information about the books being reviewed. “FORE! Our Library” is promising to be a putting good time. The miniature golf challenge tees off at 5 p.m. Friday. Sept. 12. Local busi­ nesses are designing and cre­ ating holes that will be auc­ tioned off at the end of this sporting event. Local non­ profit groups will be provid­ ing concessions. All proceeds (minus concessions) will ben­ efit the new Caledonia Library. A silent auction will take place with treasure filled book baskets. Volunteers are still needed for the affair. Setup and tear down is need­ ed each day. as well as per­ sons to staff each hole, the entry and exit areas and the children’s table. For volun­ teering or more information about the event, contact the library. The event, which is spon­ sored by the Friends of the Caledonia Library , is sched­ uled for two weekends in September. Friday through Sunday. Sept. 12-14 and Sept 19-21. Fridays the event will be open from 5 to 8 p.m. Saturdays and Sundays it will be open from noon to 8 p.m. Family story time returns with singing, crafts, stories and other book-related fun. Children up to age 6 are wel­ come every Thursday at 10:30 a.m. from Sept. 18 through Nov. 6. Registration is required for the story times. Seipt. 22-27 is the week to view works by local artist Francis Knight. The artwork will be on display at the library during regular library hours. Contact the library for more information. The fall color tour returns to KDL branches throughout the country. Visit four KDL branches in October and sign up to win prizes. Each of the 18 branches of KDL will be giving away a book basket and other surprises. One bas­ ket will even contain a pair of diamond carrings. The color tour is sponsored by the KDL Alliance of Friends. Seneca Falls Tile. Dental Xpress and Smith Diamond Realty . Maps and other information can be picked up at any KDL branch for the event taking place Wednesday. Oct. 1. through Friday. Oct. 31. Poetry slammin! is coming to Caledonia with rhyming, rapping, singin and jamming. In celebration of National Teen Read Week, KDL is hooting a poetry contest for teens. Pick up an application at any branch of the Kent District Library. Oct. 1-31. Some poetry may be featured on KDL’s web page. Teen Read Week Poetry Slam continues with a begin­ ner poetry slam at the Cascade branch Friday. Oct. 24. from 7 to 9 p.m. Poets from Western Michigan University will offer a onehour workshop on writing GET ALL THE NEWS OF BARRY COUNTY! Subscribe to the Hastings Banner. Call 945-9554for more information. slam poetry. Stick around for the second hour of perform­ ance poetry presented in a coffee shop atmosphere. The slam is not competitive, but those who attend will get the idea of how a competitive slam works Come learn about Kaya, the first American Girl, on Thursday. Oct. 9 at 4 p.m. Celebrate with games, stories, music and Native American Crafts. Registration is required. Open to ages 6 and up. The Caledonia Branch of the KDL is alerting all Chris Cutcher fans to an opportuni­ ty at the Wyoming branch on Tuesday. Oct. 14. at 4 p.m. Teen Read Week will be kicked off with award-win­ ning author Cutcher. the author of the popular teen novels "Staying Fat for Sarah Byrnes" and "Ironman." Teens are invited to talk with Cutcher, at the Wyoming branch, about books, sports, school violence, being a writer and more. Dora the Explorer is com­ ing to the Caledonia branch on Thursday. Oct. 16, at 10:30 a.m. Come join the fun with stories, songs, crafts, games and lots of exploring. Registration is required. Ages 6 and under are welcome. The local Kai-Creek Kickers will have a bam dance and night of line-dancmg fun by demonstrating and instructing various dances. This event, on Saturday, Oct. 25, from 7 to 11 p.m., is a fund-raiser for the new Caledonia Library. Contact the library' for more details. Shop at Schuler Books, 2660 28th St. SE or 3165 Alpine Ave. NW. from Oct. The KDL Alliance of Friends about these or other events at 27 through Nov. 2 and men­ underwntes the kickoff cele­ the Caledonia branch of the Kent District Library, call tion the library and they will bration. donate 20% of the sale to the For more information 616-647-3840. KDL Alliance of Friends. The library invites those ages 6 and up to clebrate Lemony Snicket and his Series of Unfortunate Events al 4 p.m. Nov. 6. A party atmosphere, fun games and cool crafts will greet those brave enough to attend. Registration is required. The popular “Let it Snow” winter adult reading program begins with a kickoff celebra­ tion with Rick Bragg, author of "All Over But the Shoutin’." The visit is sched­ 7:00 • 10:00 a.m. uled for Thursday. Nov. 13 at Pancakes, Eggs. Sausage. Pure Maple 7 p.m. at Frederik Meijer Syrup, Coffee and Milk Gardens. 1000 East Beltline NE. in Grand Rapids. ____ Cost is donation at the door 0*5 Admission is free for all ages. PANCAKE BREAKFAST at Alto Fire Station Saturday, September 6 SOME VACATIONS ARE JUST MORE FUN THAN OTHERS. Now's a great time to take the best of all vacations: a 3.4 or 7 day Carnival “Fun Ship" cruise vacation to The Bahamas, the Caribbean or the Mexican Riviera. 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Now Reg 527.75 gafton Redken, Nioxin & 26 Most Custom Colors for an additional $1.00 *23 Full Service Point & Wallpaper Shop Sales, Rental, Custom Tinting Serv ice • Service • Serv ice 227 E MAIN ST • CALEDONIA. Ml 49316 616-891-9171 Hours: Monday Friday 7 ■ 6, Saturday 8 1 �Page 4/The Sun and News MukHeviife. August 26. 2003 MILD Cup tourney welcomed to area for third year by Patricia Johns Staff Writer Julie DeBoer, executive director of the Barn County Area Chamber of Commerce, welcomes the almost 100 soc­ cer teams and their families and friends to the Michigan International Labor Day tour­ nament. This is the third year for the tournament. Tournament director Herb Welz says that there will be more than 160 games spread over Saturday and Sunday. Aug. 30 and 31. Games begin at about 8 a.m. on both Saturday and Sunday and will end at about 6 p.m. on Saturday and 3 p.m. on Sunday. All the games take place on the grounds of the Barry Expo Center. “The public is invited to come see how great these soc­ cer games are.” Welz says. DeBoer praised the organ­ izers. coaches, parents and team members for their com­ mitment to making the tour­ nament a success. She also invited everyone to experience Barry County’s hospitality and attractions while they are in the ar^a. , (cfafn/ri <■ f/nr/w LOCAL CHURCH DIRECTORY ALASKA BAPTIST CHURCH A Living Church - Serving a Luing Lord Morning Worship . . 9:30 a m Fellowship Time 10:35 a m Sunday School........................... 10 50 a.m Evening Praise . .6:00 p.m. WEDNESDAY Family Night 6 30 p.m 7240 68th Street. SE - Caledonia 2 miles east of M-37 Pastor, Dr Brian F Harrison Youth Pastor Kevin Stiles C 0 M M y i I I I t H II a t H a place to belong a place to become (Contemporary, Casual, Non-denominational) Sunday Morninq Worship 9 JO 8 11XX) am 8175 Broadmoor, Caledonia Rev Mu hacl Stowell. lead Pastor Rev David Moorhead. Am Pastor Joe Cipcu . Worship leader Denny Houma, Youth Pastor Church Office 616-891-0287 Visit our web site www bnghtside org CALEDONIA CHRISTIAN REFORMED CHURCH "A Church with a' caring heart for our community and the world” Sunday Worship ................................ 9:30 a.m. and 6:00 p.m. (Child & Adult) (During the School Year) Rev. R. Scott Greenway, Pastor Keith Stulp, Youth Director Al Tiemeytr, Community Calling FIRST BAPTIST CHt’RCH OF MIDDLEVILLE M-37. north of Middleville • 795-9726 Bnuc \. Slew-art. senior Pamor Tim A. Vine. A*M. PaMor Vxrth Douglas G. Beason. Visitation Pastor Gary Weaver. Musk Minister Pastor David Stewart. CE Children s Pastor Sunday School Sunday Morning Worship Service. Sunday Evening Service Wednesday Md-Week Prayer Word of Life Clulw 10:00 a.m. 11:15 a.m. 6:00 p.m. YOU ARE INVITED GRACE UNITED REFORMED CHURCH ew Life RISTIAN CHURCH Proclaiming the Whole Counsel of Cod Services at 9:30 a m and 6 p.m 3449 - 76th St. S.E., Caledonia 698-9660 9255 84th Street, Alto. Ml 49302 A Church for today’s world Spirit-filled family Church. One mile east ofWhitneyville Rd GUN LAKE COMMUNITY CHURCH & PRESCHOOL 12200 Weu M 179 Highway (Ouef Noonday Road) Wayland. Ml -WM8 Meeting you, your friends, and your family right where you're at OUN LAKE COMMUNITY CHURCH Sunday Worship 9XJ0 cm. or 10:30 a.m. Wednevlaj Worship 6:30 p.m. lEIje tEime <£burcb 5590 Whitneyville Ave.. S.E. Alto. Ml 49302 Sunday SchooL.10:00 a.m. Morning Worship... 11:00 a.m. Evening Worship...6:00 p.m. Wednesday Prayer Meeting...7:00 p.m. Lakeside Community Church A Race for Famali A Friends 6201 Whitnevvtlk Avenue Alto CHRISTIAN REFORMED Conaemporary Worship Sunday School for AU Ages Evenmg Worship 9 30 am 10:45 am 6 00 p.m. Pastor Roger Buhman • Church Office M8-D391 * w* lakesadecocMDumry org ALASKA CONGREGATION 8146 68th St. near WhrtneyvRe Ave Wed Fellowship 11.00 am .7:30pjn Pastor E.G. Frizzell | Church Ph 616-868-6810 • Paaor j Ph 616497-6740 9:45 AM All Services have a Nursenj available • Barrier Free Office Phone SS. CYRIL and METHODIUS CHURCH Mass Mass Mass Mass THORNAPPLE BIBLE CI IURC 1 I Preaching the Living Word Serving The Risen Lord Sunday School.......................... 9:30 am. Sunday Morning Worship .10:30 a m. (Jr. Church &. Nursery available ) C urrently meeting at: Emmons Lake Elementary' 8950 Kraft SE, Caledonia Rev. Dennis Ross Church: (616) 868-7425 UNITED METHODIST CHURCHES Middleville - Parmelee Parmelee Morning Worsnip .9:30 a.m. Middleville Morning Worship 11:00 a.m. Rev. Lee Zachntan Church Office Phone 795-9266 Sunday Moramg Vundap M VaA TradeMoal lldOaai Cumanpoory Sunday School tor Al Age- Xmdn Brertg Semcr nr Fnends 1600 am 600 pin tSq» .4pri 630 pm. ■AY TOWNSEND. Faaor (Olb> • WWW krgfc jrxtiurch. CHURCH Rev. Dr Jack Doorlag. Interim Minister Nursery &. children’s activities dunng all services. For more information (616) 891-8119 or *»\Lpcac<xhurch.t.c Pastor Rev Josh Blunt Contact our Dutton office at (616) 65 65 WAY Check our web site www. wgyfaren e org Sunday Warship: 8:30 a.m. Traditional 11 a.m. Contemporary 6 p.m. Praise/Bible Study Redeemer Covenant Church —Lighting Up Lives for God— Sunday Corner of 2nd Street and la 2nd Asenue COMMUNITY Finding the Way Together! An informal, contemporary church committed to our community. Sunday Worship is at 10:00am in Caledonia Middle School s cafeteria. Everyone is welcome! M-37 between Middleville & Caledonia Located in Lr^haoo To* mhap Morning Worship St Paul Lutheran Church Sunday School & Adult Bible Study WAYFARER^ CHURCH Leighton Church .. 10:50 am Sqnod 8:30 AM 1100 AM Rev. Royle Bailard, Pastor Phone 868-6437 269-795-7903 »»■» guniakecunuDumrychurch.org Comrtiumtyof Oyri$t Praise Singing Mis»xin Traditional Service Acoustic Praise 8r Worship Service Sunday School for ages 3 yr. thru 6th grade: Sr. High, Sun. 6:30 pm Jr. High, Sun. 6:30 pm Rev P Adams PHoitf 891-8440 Aug 31: Guest Preacher - Rev. Norm Kohns WHAT DID JESUS SAY? “A Foui and His Money" 9:45 Lm + St Paul Lutheran Church Corner of 84th Sl and Kraft in Caledonia 1 mile west of M-37 www.StPaulCaledonia.orq I Emmons to Vine) Church School Sunday Wednesday 6:00 P.M. Evening Prayer phone 795-2370 or 948-9327 Vicar - Rev. Devid T. Huctwich Pastor Robert Gerke • Pastor David Ziehr A CALEDONIA fl" UNITED METHODIST Rev Norman Kohns *(616)891-8167 Church Office. 01^8918*69 Fa* 891-8M8 . uww cakdomaunx .eg (Holy Communion 2nd Sunday) 11:00 A.M. Holy Communion Rev. Tom DeVries, Pastor - 795-9901 10 AM Sunday Morning Phone 891-9259 Summer Worship Schedule (through Aug. 31L ItHJOam Worship & JtThurch 11XX) a m Coffee FeUou ship (Nursery Ax ailabie Throughout' Sunday Service Times 159 131st Avenue 1664 N. M-37 Highway Phone (269) 792-3543 Middleville. Ml 49333 • 945-1555 Located near the corner of M-37 and McCann Worship Times: Service Times: Worship 930a.m. Sunday School................................................... 9:45a.m.Saturday.....................4 00 p.m Sunday........................ 9:30 a m. Sunday School . 11XX) a m. Morning Worship....................................11 :(M) a.m. Adult Bible Class 11:00a.m. Evening Worship.............................................. 6:00p.m.Weekdays: Youth Group:............................. 6:00 p.m. Sunday Wednesday............... 7:30 p.m. Ret’. E. Anthony Sikora Midweek 7:00 p.m. Wed. Thursday & Friday..... 9:30 a m. Church: (616) 795-2391 9:30 a.m. Thurs. Rev. Dave LeBlanc, Pastor 111 \ in< Stu< t M 2415 McCann Rd. In Irving) 908 W Mam Street (Missouri Synod) Kraft Avenue at Johnson Street Saturday Evening Mass ... .5:00 p.m. Sunday Mass . .9:00 a.m. & 11:00 a.m. 708 W. Main Street Morning Worship Service Sunday School Evening Worship Service Middleville Good Shepherd Wesleyan Church Lutheran Church Church Office: (616)891-1512 M-37 al 100th Sl CALEDONIA HOLY FAMILY CATHOLIC CHURCH 945 a m. 1100am 600 p.m. 6:45 p.m. 6:45 p m. MIDDLEVILLE CHRISTIAN REFORMED t/altAdaA Wonhip 930 am Christian Education Hour 11XX) am Wednesday J Family Night 5 45-8.00 pm Faster Pad U Hilimar, Voutii Pastor Dtmd Enrion 69>1 Hanna Like Avenue. Cahdoma ffdeawHRsrnjirt rwujwiawKOwnmCofX A aenter d the Camenmt Chmdtts d Muni WHITNEYVILLE Bible church 3546 Ave at 84th Si • 891-8661 "The Church where everybody u somebody . and Jesus is Lord' Meeting al Caledonia High School xnaoy Schoa 930a.m xnday Mommg Wonhp 1030am Meerrg of chapel on WhfreMfe Ave xnoa, Evenrg Wonhp 600p.m *ed Mavreett Prayer 4 Bote Study 700 pm ’homos SVrt.Po8*or»&ev KarttaNa Askc Pasor Aectfe atreneyvfebeie jrg �The Sun and News. Middleville. August 26 Page 5 Financial Focus GFWC-Gun Lake Home Tour will be Sept. 28 Furnished by Drew McFadden of Edward Jones and Co. • (616) 891 -1173 Which business retirement plan is right for you? If you run a small busi­ ness, you've got no shortage of concerns: cash flow, mar keting. the ebb and flow of the economy - you name it. In fact, you have so many issues to ponder, you might find it hard to take the time to choose a retirement plan for your business. And yet. it s worth the effort - because the right plan can offer the opportunity to make your life a lot easier in the days when you don’t have so much to think about. Fortunately, theres never been a better time for small­ busincss owners to choose a gcxxl, cost-efficient retire­ ment plan. In recent years, new tax laws have made it easier for you to pick a plan that can help you save for retirement and. if necessary, attract and retain quality employees. The most common types of retirement plans offer taxdeferred growth of earnings, the ability to make tax­ deductible contributions and a variety of investment options. Beyond sharing these traits, though, small­ business retirement accounts differ in contribution limits and other factors. Let s look at a few of these plans: Plans for self-employed (no employees) • Owner-only 401(k) When you establish an "owner-only 401 (k)," you can put in up to 25 percent of your compensation in a prof­ it-sharing plan, plus $12,000 (in 2003) as 401 (k) contribu­ tions. If you're 50 or older, you can even put in an extra $2,000 to your 401 (k). (You can’t contribute more than $40,000 per year if you're under age 50 or $42,000 annually if your 50 or older.) Furthermore, both the 401 (k) and 50-and-over “catch-up" limits will be increasing over the next several years, so you’ll be able to put away even more money for retire­ ment. Plus, you can transfer most retirement plan assets such as profit sharing and money-purchase plans - into your owner-only 401 (k). • SEP - IRA - For 2003, you can put in the lesser of $40,000 or 25 percent of your compensation to your Introducing Caledonia Caledonia Community Resource Center • 330 Johnson Wednesday 5:30 p.m Middleville Middle Villa Inn • 4611 N. M-37 Hwy. Thursday - 6:30 p.m. Meetings also in Hastings and More! ^Weight Call Today Watchers 1 -800-651 -6000 5 www.weightwatcherswestemmichigan.com Otter Mil- Vafcd only mare* 0*4 02003 Weight Wathen ° SEP-IRA. Eligible compen­ sation is capped at $200,000. You can set up a SEP IRA for your business with a min­ imum of paperwork. And you won't have to file any annual reports on the plan, such as the Form 5500, either. Plans for business owners with employees • SIMPLE IRA - As you can deduce from its name, a SIMPLE IRA is easy to set up and inexpensive to administer. In 2003. employ­ ees can contribute up to $8,000 to their SIMPLE IRA. Your business is gener­ ally required to match your employees' contributions up to three percent of their salary , unless you decide to put in two percent of each eligible employee's compen­ sation. If you choose the matching option, you can reduce the match to between one and three percent in two of every five years. • Safe Harbor 40l(k) - By following some specific guidelines, you can set up a Safe Harbor 40l(k) - a plan that offers the same features of a traditional 401 (k), but without the burdensome non­ discrimination testing required to identify exces­ sive contributions by highly compensated employees. (Employees' contribution limits are the same as those described in the "owneronly’’ 401(k). ) The key ben­ efit of the Safe Harbor 401(k) is that you. the busi­ ness owner, can contribute up to the annual dollar amount (in 2003 that’s $12,000, or $14,000 if 50 or older) regardless of how much your employees con­ tribute. Any of these plans can help you meet your long­ term goals of saving for your retirement outside the value of your business. But to fully diversify your holdings and build even more resources, you will also need to save and invest outside your retirement plan. So, meet with your investment repre­ sentative and tax advisor to choose a plan that's right for you - but don't stop there. When it comes to funding your retirement, it’s hard to save "too much." Sunday. Sept. 28 is the date for the General Federation of Women's Clubs (GFWOGun Lake Area’s annual Home Tour. Chairwoman Marjory Richards says. “This year’s homes are going to be lots of fun. and we are pleased to have Sticks & Stones (12325 Marsh Road) as our hospitali­ ty center once again." Two club members are showing their homes. Dorothy Jones at 1030 S. Briggs Road, and Barbara Albrecht at 1182 Lynn Drive. Payne Lake. Also on the list are Birdie Wierenga’s condo­ minium at 1632 Parker Drive; the stone cottage of Dee & Ron Kraai on Pickerel Cove at 3751 England Drive and the "Gingerbread House" of Roy and Alice Vanschaik at 2655 Oakleigh Drive. The funds raised by this tour, which is scheduled for 1 to 5 p.m.. helps GFWC-Gun Lake Area fund community projects such as classroom subscriptions of Kind News, a conservation newspaper for school children; GFWC Michigan nursing and art scholarships, support the original fine arts building at Interlochen, Girlstown in Belleville and supports the group’s free lending library on Patterson Road. The GFWC-Gun Lake is able, through this event, to he "Pevue 'Fools THURSDAY, Sept. 4. FRIDAY. Sept. 5 SATURDAY. Sept. 6, at 7:00 p.m. SUNDAY. Sept. 7, at 3:00 p.m. Vermontville Opera House (air conditioned) Tickets available at the door M . .$6 Call for Classifieds 945-9554 or 1-800-870-7085 3 Family Trax Oidaa ] Main St. Middleville. • WSJMS Hours: Sun.-Thurs. 12-10 pm Fri. & Sat. 12-11pm DVD, VHS & Game Rentals Movie Reservations 2 Day Rental on Sunday on all Rentals Every 2O'h Rental FREE Locally Owned 8 Open House & Registration Wednesday, August 27, 2003 3:00 - 7:00-p.m. 7 ux CC fc'noun and cntcAtalninq comedy by oMetf ............ $7 C*hi(d>tcn 12 fi unde* . . . hope this support will be con­ tinued." said Richards. For more information about the event, call Richards at 269-795-3969 or at netgranny(3'chartermi.net; or Fran Leonard, publicity chair. 269-795-8731 or al leonard@ voyager net. [mSSKI IntenwttonM. inc owner ot the MIGHT WATCHERS trademart. Al nghb meewd xxxxxxxxxixxxxxxxiiixiumu* make donations to the BarryEaton Health Department for mammograms; Paul Henry Thomapple Trail Association; Martin Resource Center, donations for the Yankee Springs Township Park and regular club expens­ es such as member books and club profiles. Donation for the tour is $10 and tickets will be available soon at the Sea Shanty on M-179 (Chief Noonday), the Water’s Edge on Patterson Road, the Pharmacy at Weick’s on 124th Avenue, at Sticks & Stones on Marsh Road and at the homes on the day of the tour. "The Gun Lake area com­ munity has been very sup­ portive of this event and we CaB 269.367.4455 w therevue 1 @yahoo.com x 11111 rrr 11 m iiirmiiiiiiiii i n nt R Preschool has openings in the morning and afternoon classes for childen ages 3-5. Alaska Hall - 7244 68th Street (Corner of 68th & Thornapple River Dr.) 616-554-3350 0*970*11, �Page 6/The Sun and News. Middleville. August 26. 2003 Son of Middleville man supplies troops in Iraq A convoy of fuel trucks return from Iraq and are escorted by armed guards into Camp AnfJan. Kuwait, the central location of supplies and transportation into the country of Iraq during Operation Iraqi Freedom. by Andre Sanders As American troops raced across Iraq, battling enemy forces and the elements with only a five-day supply of food, water and ammunition, many American soldiers were hoping the cavalry would arrive before their supplies ran out. Little did they know that the son of a Middleville man was not very far away, work­ ing to ensure the modern-day cavalry arrived with every­ thing American combat troops needed to survive dur­ ing Operation Iraqi Freedom. Army Reserve Spec. Isaac T. Hunt, son of John L. Hunt of Middleville, is a member of the 143rd Transportation (TlNALSUMMER CLEARANCE Summer Clothing Swimsuits Be sure to check out our great new tall clothmg arming daily! Gift Certificates Always Fit! 11332 WEST M-179 HIGHWAY • GUN LAKE MIDDLEVILLE, Ml 49333 269-795-9947 HOURS: Mon-Sat 10-0 Sun 10-6 LAYAWAY Command at Camp Arifjan, Kuwait. The unit managed port operations and truck sup­ ply lines that delivered 130,000 pieces of U.S. equip­ ment. including trucks, trail­ ers. helicopters and food con­ tainers. from Kuwait to Iraq in record time during Operation Iraqi Freedom. Hunt supports the re-supply mission as a transporta­ tion specialist. "I drive important cargo into Baghdad to provide our troops with all of the supplies they need to operate in Baghdad." said Hunt, a 1991 graduate of Fennville High School. "Without a good sup­ ply line, our troops couldn't survive." Thanks to the professional and personal sacrifices of people like Hunt, the 143rd’s supply lines transport valu­ able cargo and supplies through a country the size of California — rife with small pockets of Iraqi resistance. "I work hard and travel a lot while I'm over here, so I don't get to exercise, run and lift weights like I normally would," said Hunt. "I’m sacri­ ficing my physical condition­ ing in order to give our troops the supplies and equipment they need to survive and it Now Accepting New Clients! Army soldiers with the 143rd Transportation Command’s motor pool at Camp ArifJan, Kuwait, dean and sanitize a bulldozer upon its return from Iraq The 143rd is responsible for the safe transportation and delivery of soldiers, vehicles, ammunition and supplies into Iraq during Operation Iraqi Freedom. U.S. Army Reserve Spec. Isaac T. Hunt, a transportation specialist, is a member of the 143rd Transportation Command at Camp Ariflan, Kuwait. The 143rd has the critical job of taking in all of the vehicles and equipment that arrive from the United States and making sure they get where they’re supposed to go. It's a job that will likely keep the unit in Kuwait for along time. (Photos by Jack Braden) feels good to play such an important role. It’s a very small inconvenience to endure in order to support my team" The next test may be even tougher for the 143rd and its soldiers. Each day, more troops enter the redeployment phase of the war. as all of the equipment that was sent into Iraq has to reverse flow and Soldiers from the 143rd Transportation Command wait in line for a rare opportunity to call home from Camp Ariflan, Kuwait. During Operation Iraqi Freedom, while going into Baghdad, the 143rd moved essential supplies further and faster than any military unit in his­ tory. return to Kuwaiti ports. After facing the challenges associated with Operation Iraqi Freedom. Hunt said he is sure he and his fellow sol­ diers will overcome the hur­ dles associated with redeploy­ ment. He said they've come too far and have accomplislied too much to not com­ plete their ultimate mission — to return home to their families and friend-’. Continued on next page C&K Business Services LLC—CPA Tax Preparation, Planning, Advisory Bookkeeping, Payroll and Tax Filing Business Accounting Systems— Great Plains, QuickBooks— Training, Implementation and support. Some things are meant to be a certain way... Like insurance from Pioneer State Mutual. • Comprehensive coverage for homes and vehicles • Discounts for insuring both your home and car. • Quick claims response and sound advice. It's the way insurance should be. !><»■*( I MdrrrstiaMtr the ValwefaCPI H2 East Maia Sows Caladaaia, Ml 4931A 02564936 Tel: 616*891-5789 STAUFFER & WIGGERS INSURANCE AGENCY 612 E Main St. • Caledonia, Ml 49316 616 891 9294 �The Sun and News. Middleville. August 26 Page 7 Farm Bureau moves to M-37 location Lynn Denton has moved his Farm Bureau Insurance agency just a little ways north on M-37. Julie Nagel, his office manager says, “it is a lot quieter here and we really enjoy it." The new office is to the side of the strip mall just south of Finkbeiner Road. The agency offers home, auto, business, contractor lia­ bility and life insurance. Denton likes the small town atmosphere. He has been in Middleville for five years. He also has an office in Nashville. Nagel and Denton encour­ age residents to call and check what they have to offer. Nagel says. "Just because we arc a small office doesn’t mean we are more expensive." This past summer fhomapplc Kellogg High School Graduate Jennie Wasikowski served as an intern in the office. She is working toward an account­ ing degree in college. The office is open from 8:30 a m. to 5 p.m. Monday through Friday. It is closed from noon to 1 p.m. for lunch. The local telephone Wednesday. August 27 Hot dog on a bun or chick­ en sandw ich */cheese on a bun. carrots, pears, milk. Thursday. August 28 Pizza or fish sandwich on a bun. side salad, fresh apple, milk. Friday, August 29 No school. Have a safe Labor Day Weekend. Monday. September 1 No School. Labor Day I Tuesday. September 2 Macaroni and cheese w/breadstick or cheesey beef bumto. broccoli w/cheese. cinnamon apple slices, milk. Enjoying the new Farm Bureau office in Middleville are intern Jennie Wasikowski. agent Lynn Denton and office manager Julie Nagel number is 795-1670. The toll free number is 1-800-4435253. Continued from previous page "I have the ability to deal with tough situations, so !’m able to keep a positive atti­ tude while I'm here," said Hunt "When times are tough. I don’t show any signs of stress — even when it’s hotter than 100 degrees. There are times when I have to work without getting a good night's sleep, but I'm always ready to go because our troops in Baghdad need me to deliver their equip­ TK SECONDARY LUNCH MENU ment. This deployment has really taught me how to han­ dle the hardships of war.’’ Hunt and the others in his unit pnde themselves on let­ ting the fighting forces take all the credit for the light­ ning-quick march on Baghdad, but they all know and believe in the 143rd's motto — “nothing happens until something moves, and the 143d moves in a hurry.” Call for Classifieds Phone 269-945-9554 24 Hours a Day-7 Days a Week For Sun & News ACTION-Ms'. ■■■■■■■■■■■ SAVE UP TO 22% WITH OUR CHARTER VALUE PACKAGES. Why Try a Charter Value Package? • More channel selection • No contract - No long-term commitment EDUCATION IT'S OUR FUTURE. • No risk - 30 day money back guarantee if you're not completely satisfied • Plus, Charter Pipeline* High Speed Internet for as low as $30 — that's less than most dial-up services! • And, no phone lines are needed for Charter Digital Cable* or Charter Pipeline*! Call today to hear about Charter's Value Packages Creating opportunities. Empowering our community. Funding our future. Caledonia Education Foundation P.O. Box 353 Caledonia, Ml 49316-0353 1-866-GO-CHARTER You've got nothing to lose. �Page 8/The Sun and News. Midtfevrtle. August 26. 2003 ‘Computer Bob’ helps PC users by Patricia Johns Staff Writer “Computer Bob" is located in the strip mall just south of Finkbeiner Road on M-37 Robert Daves, originally from Grand Rapids, worked in the software industry for more than 20 years. His posi­ tion required him to do a great deal of traveling. He decided he wanted to find a place where he could still be involved with computers but stay close to home. Computer Bob only works with personal computer own­ ers. He doesn’t do any work on Apples. He can provide help with purchasing the right computer, repairs and now is an Internet provider. He enjoys consulting with clients so that they make the best and most cost effective decisions. “People can make repairs locally. They don’t have to drive to 28th Street or mail their computer to someone.’’ he says. Fie can also help people understand broadband, differ­ ent software and help answer their computer questions. His hours are 11 a.m. to 8 p.m. Monday through Friday and on Saturday from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. He suggests calling Start of school year nostalgic Computer Bob (Robert Daves) is ready to serve the personal computer needs of area residents. He is also an internet provider. him at 795-4762 since some­ computerbob@auis.net. times he is out on a repair or consulting call. He can be reached vial email at [S' CALEDONIA COMMUNITY SCHOOLS A 1 FREE DEVELOPMENTAL INVENTORY Do you have concerns about the speech, snail or large motor Ail I & socialization, learning and'or growth your preschool aged (2 1/2-4 yrsj child.’ qf We may be able to help! T ha Catatonia Ccmnvrily School*w ill be contacting a dewteopmertai schem­ ing tor preached agad dkldren to idanhty those who may benefit from wly edjcatton intervention. It y«ni arc a Caledonia School District resident and would like to schedule a screening appointment or if you have questions about whether your child should be screened, please call 89141219. t he screening will take place Friday. September 12th. There Is no toe for this service. (Ths r»l screening is planted tor Winter 2004 date to be amanced. > uuu 8 State police seeks owner of bicycle Michigan State Police from the Hastings post have reported finding a bicycle just north of Middleville. Trooper Michael Behrendt said, “I don't want to give the description because I would like them to call the post and describe it to me. All ques­ tions or inquiries about the bike can be directed to me.” The bike was recovered on Saturday, Aug. 16. For more information, call the post at 948-8283. up tu There is a commercial on television about purchasing school supplies which has a voice over actor saying. “These are actors being paid to act excited. Your kids will not be this excited about school supplies so why pay more than you have to?” But you know. I get excit­ ed. at least a little bit, about the start of the school year. It has been a long time since I have taken a regular class, even at the college level, but I remember how the first day of school seemed so full of possibilities. I loved getting new pen­ cils. Blank paper always seems to be waiting for words to cover it. As I write this the weather on Monday is supposed to be really warm, which is. of course, typical for the first day of school. Caledonia stu­ dents only have a half day, so that shouldn't be too bad. The students who attend Emmons Lake Elementary School in Caledonia have already been in school for three weeks. It would have been hard for me to go to school in August when I was growing up. We lived up the hill from a lake and spent lots of time in the water. Perhaps the weather will improve by the time Middleville students start on Tuesday. Aug. 26. The class­ rooms will be ready for stu­ dents and their teachers will welcome them with smiles. I am a little envious of the students in the Hastings School District who don’t start school until Sept. 4. My schools growing up always started on the day after Labor Day. I know that taking school really seriously is hard when the sun is shining and the lake water is still warm. Thinking back over first days. I remember how scared I was on the first day of kindergarten. I could read and I remember my teacher telling me I didn’t know how. I remember memorizing all the prepositions in eighth grade. I was put into biology as a freshman and my lab GET ALL THE NEWS OF BARRY COUNTY! Thornapple Trail Assn, will meet Aug. 26 The Thomapple Trail Association will have its monthly meeting at 7 p.m. Tuesday, Aug. 26, at the Whispering Waters Campground on Irving Road in Rutland Township. The group usually meets on the fourth Thursday of each month, but the date was changed to allow members to participate in the DALMAC ride. The group will be dis­ cussing upcoming events, including Heritage Days and Celebrate Kentwood. For more information about the Thomapple Trail Association and the Paul Henry Thomapple Trail, check out the TTA web site at www.thomappletrail.com or www.thomappletrail.org. Your Hometown Full Service Garden Center' FOR YOUR CONVENIENCE, WE NOW HAVE A DRIVE-UP ATM! YOU CAN MAKE DEPOSITS, GET CASH, CHECK YOUR BALANCES AND TRANSFER MONEY - ALL WITHOUT LEAVING YOUR CAR! partner was crazy, really. I knew that on the first day. I remember my first day studying Latin in high school and touching back into another culture. First days of college arc a little different. I remember getting a B on a paper I wrote during my first day of col­ lege English and being very offended. There were no comments and no sugges­ tions on ways to improve. On another first day in a comparative literature class the professor spent the entire time asleep. I still wonder why we didn't all walk out or wake him up. We all just sat there reading one of the assigned novels. This same professor also taught a lesson on Madame Blavatsky and D.H. Lawrence twice. The second time was a repeat of the first. This time we tried to tell him. but he didn't believe us. The first day of school is like opening a brand new book for the first time. There always seems like much to discover. Creek e GROWERS Subscribe to the Hastings Banner. Call 945-9554 for more information. Just West Of! M-37 10197 Gartow Rd, Middleville HOURS! Monday-Saturday 8.30 a.m. to 8 p.m. Gardens looking tired 9 Wake them up for fall!! 1330 WEST STATE ST, HASTINGS Now is the time to enjoy: Black-eyed Susans - Mums (next to Kentucky Fried Chicken) - Asters - Sedum - Flowering Kale - Grasses ALL ORNAMENTAL GRASSES Hastings City Bank NOW $1.00 Off Great for fall and winter interest. Here For You Since 18X6 We have a large selection to choose from. Stop in for in-store specials. Check out the new items in our floral department. MEMBER FDIC I Phone: 269.795.7674 Floral Shop 269-795-0239 Msoaonon �The Sun and News. Middleville. August 26 Page 9 Family Trax has new owner tn Patricia Johns Staff Writer Jeff VanHouten became the new owner of Family Trax video store on Main Street in Middleville on June 10. He says, “this is something I’ve wanted to do for as long as I can remember." “It's been great." he says. He plans to make some changes to the business over time. He likes ail types of movies and watches them pretty much all the time. “This helps me recommend movies to my customers." he says Family Trax is getting more DVDs all the time and they are now filed on the shelves under adventure, mystery , family and the other Sundays through Thursdays from noon until 10 p.m. On Fridays and Saturdays, it is open from noon until 11 p.m. For every 20 videos people rent, they get one free. On Sundays new releases which are usually only available for one day get a two-day rental for the pace of a one day rental. VanHouten has lived here for 23 yeYrs. He attended the Thomapple Kellogg schools and before buying Family Trax worked in the electron­ ics department at Sam’s Club. Family Trax also has video games for rent from Playstation 2 and Nintendo 64 equipment. Rentals are due back in the store by 7 p.m. Call 795-4448 for more information. Jeff VanHouten says owning a video store is something he has always wanted to do. He is the new owner of Family Trax in Middleville. designations. Family Trax is open on Engman/Jousma exchange vows Teen driver crashes J. Nicholas Jousnu and Sari Lynn Engman were married in a ceremony on July 25. 2003 in Las Vegas. Nevada. Parents of the bride are Leon Levcnch and the late Linda Leverich and the groom’s parents are John and Joyce Jousma all of Alto. Nick and San were married in a small ceremony in front of their immediate families. Engagements Price-Kiel to wed Sept. 19 John and Christine Price of Freeport and Pat and Pam Dailey of Middleville are pleased to announce the engagement of their children. Jocelyn Price and Daniel Kiel. Jocelyn is a 2002 graduate of Middleville High School and is currently employed at Cherry' Valley Green House. Dan is a 2000 graduate of Middleville High School and is attending Ferns State University and is currently employed at Synergist. A September 19th wedding is being planned. while trying to pass A 16-year-old woman from Alto hit a vehicle as she was attempting to pass a car Wednesday afternoon. Aug. 13. on Parmalee Road near Moe Road in Thomapple Township. Both vehicles were east­ bound. as Heather McCarthy tried to overtake a car driven by Wilhelmina Jelsema. 51 of Middleville. Michigan State Police said. Jelsema had slowed down and signaled to turn into a pri­ vate drive when her car was Call 945-9554 anytime to place your Sun & News struck. McCarthy ’s vehicle was 73 feet into a no passing zone when impact occurred, police said. Jelsema was treated at the scene for injuries by EMS workers, they said. McCarthy’s injuries were minor. Both driver’s wore seat belts and an air bag deployed in McCarthy’s vehicle. | COMMUNITY Pears on-Cook Work on a solid future by attending the KCC Fehsenfeld Center near Hastings. Over 100 class sections are available locally, ottered in a wide variety of formats and subject areas. 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Spanish ____ BUAO 8UAD Real Estate For Your World'M C aledonia • 9175 Cherry Valiev tart trfho* mdependentty owned and oper atrt HAS YOUR PERSONAL ECONOMY REBOUNDED 891-8980 Summer Hours: Open Wednesday evenings unH 9 p.m. EVENING CLASSES Getting you There' The KCC Fehsenfeld Center 2950 W. M-179 Hwy. Hastings, MI 49058 (269)948-9500 w wm keliogg.ee rm.as Many more day and evening cl; begin over the next few we Check KCC s website www.kel or stop in the Fehsenfeld Get full particulars �Page 10/The Sun and News. Mtddlevilte. August 26. 2003 Elmer S. Wiesenhofer LuluBelle “Lu” Bowyer GRANT - Mrs. LuluBelle “Lu” Bowyer, age 66. of Grant, went to be with her Lord Sunday. August 10. 2003,. at Saint Mary’s Hospital, Grand Rapids. She was bom on Nov. 29. 1936 at Hopkins, the daugh­ ter of LaRue and Gladys (Smith) Mudget. She was raised in Hopkins. Bradley area and attended Wayland Union schools. She was married to Clarence L. Bowyer. Sr. on June 7, 1953 at Bradley. She had currently been liv­ ing in Grant and spent win­ ters in Florida. She retired from General Motors on Alpine after 30 years of service as a design sewer. Mrs. Bowyer was a mem­ ber of the North Casnovia Baptist Church in Grant and Temple Baptist Church of Dundee, Ha. She was a homemaker. She devoted her life to her family and church. She was a caring, loving wife, mother, grandmother, great-grand­ mother and sister, doing kind deeds for family and friends. She enjoyed reading, gar­ dening and flowers. Mrs. Bowyer is survived by her loving husband of 50 years. Clarence L. Bowyer. Sr.; two daughters. Pamela (Eddie) Lomonaco of Grand Rapids. Patricia (Jim) Wilde of Wayland; two sons, Clarence L. (Sue) Bowyer Jr. of Lake Wales. Ha.. Timothy (Renee) Bowyer of Middleville; 11 grandchil­ dren; six great-grandchil­ dren; her mother. Gladys Stuifbergen of Hamilton; three sisters. Goldie (Wayne) Jousma of Bruce Crossing. Marian (Leon) Haney of Plainwell. Lucy (Ed) Young of Byron Center, three broth­ ers. Dave (Betty) Mudget of Hamilton. Clifford (Judy) Mudget of Wayland. Gary (Deb) Stuifbergen of Hamilton: many nieces and nephews. She was preceded in death by her grandson. Jason Craig Bowyer, her father. LaRue Mudget; and her stepfather. Richard Stuifbergen. Funeral services were held Wednesday. Aug. 13. 2003 at Beeler Funeral Chapel. Middleville. Pastor Kelly Carlson. Pastor Jim Lyle and Pastor Elvin Harden officiat­ ed. Interment was at Mt. Hope Cemetery. Middleville. Memorial contributions may be made to the American Cancer Society. Arrangements by Beeler Funeral Home. Middleville. MIDDLEVILLE - Elmer S. Wiesenhofer. age 84. of Middleville, passed away Saturday. August 23. 2003 at Thomapple Manor. Hastings. Elmer S Wiesenhofer was bom on March 13. 1919 at Rudolph. Wisconsin, the son of Sebastian F. and Anna (Donwen; Wiesenhofer. He was raised in Wayland. Middleville and Irving areas and attended Robins School through eighth grade. He later received his GED cer­ tificate. He was married to Ethel Marian Bowman on March 21. 1940 at the home of the Rev. Albert A. Butterfield in Hastings. They built a new home east of the farm in 1973, living there until 1988 when they moved to Middleville. Elmer loved his garden and flowers as everyone knew it when they drove by. He was honored with a plaque from the Village of Middleville “For the Best Looking Residence." Elmer loved to fish and enjoyed woodworking, mak­ ing beautiful pieces for his children, grandchildren, and friends. Give him a picture he could duplicate it. He was employed as a farmer, factor worker at White Products in Middleville and E.W Bliss Col in Hastings and The Michigan State Highway Dept, in Hastings - retiring in 1975 after 23 years. He was a member of Hastings Moose for 31 years, and a member of the Middleville United Methodist Church. He is survived by his wife of 63 years, Ethel M. Wiesenhofer. two daughters. Elaine M. (Ryal) Northrop of Middleville and Judy L. (Patrick) Harrison of Middleville; one son. Edward E. Wiesenhofer of Hastings; eight grandchil­ dren. Debra (Jim ) Henney, Veronica (Steven) Marion. David (Cheryl) Northrop. Craig (Michelle) Northrop, Nickole Harrison, Corey (Sonja) Harrison. Matthew Wiesenhofer, Jennifer Wiesenhofer; eight great grandchildren. Can, Chad. Steve. Jessica, John. Jackie. Zachary, and Ethan; two great great grandchildren. Mackenzie and Allen; one brother, Maurice (Gladys) Wiesenhofer of Grand Rapids; one brother and sis­ ter-in-law. Richard (Marilyn) Bowman of Lansing: two sisters-in-law. Leona Bowman of Hastings and Dorothy Bowman of Lansing, many nieces and nephews and friends. Preceding him in death were three sisters. Helen. Mane, and Laura; one broth­ er. Walt and two half-broth­ ers, Ed and Hank. The family will receive relatives and friends Tuesday from 6 to 8 p.m. Funeral services will be held Wednesday morning at 11 a m. at the Beeler Funeral Chapel, Middleville. Rev. Lee Zachman officiating. Interment Rutland Cemetery. Hastings. In lieu of flowers, memori­ al contributions may be made to the Middleville United Methodist Church, building fund. Arrangements by Beeler Funeral Home, Middleville. Beatrice E. Taylor (Colborn) CHERRY VALLEY DENTAL KEVIN VANDERHEIDE, D.D.S. VanderHeide s great personality made me feel at ease. He took time to explain all my options and I was extremely happy with the work done." — Kim-Owner of Essential Bean “Dr. 9809 Cherry Valley, Suite G Caledonia, Ml 49316 “I’ve always been anxious about going to the dentist, but Dr. VanderHeide made the appointment fun and comfortable for me.” — Liz Sorsen, Community School Teacher LOWELL - Beatrice E. Taylor (Colbom), age 79, of Lowell, passed away Wednesday, Aug. 20, 2003. She was preceded in death by her husband. Charles and nine brothers. She is survived by her children, Sharon Pullen, Nancy (Wayne) Seeley, Don (Lois) Taylor; nine grand­ • HONEST, QUALITY SERVICE DONE WITH INTEGRITY ENTER TO WIN A FREE BLEACH KIT HASTINGS Nancy (Stark) Wake passed away Sunday, Aug. 24, 2003 at the Tendercare Nursing Center in Hastings, after an illness Saturday, September 6, 2003 HERITAGE DAYS Middleville, Michigan Thorn apple Area Parks *OOOLFV1W1 and Recreation Commission... invites runners and walkers of all ages to join us in this scenic and challenging USTAF certified 5K course, starting with challenging hills and finishing on a flat paved section of the Thornapple Trail. Date: Saturday, September 6, 2003 Time: 8:00 a.m. Registration: Register on line at www.signmeup.com/21074 Early’: $16.00 per person by August 30, 2003 Late: $20.00 per person 'Only early registrants guaranteed a t-shirt Packet Pick-Up and Late Registration Friday. September 5 (5:00 p.m - 5:45 p.m.) Thomapple Township Hall (200 E. Main Street) Saturday, September 6 (6:45 - 7 45 a m.) Parking at Stagecoach Park (100 E Main Street) Any additional questions contact 269-795-7202 ■HMM with Elder Ken Colburn offi­ ciated. Interment Alaska Cemetery. The family suggests memorial contributions be made to Hospice of Michigan. Arrangements were made by Matthysse-KuiperDeGraaf Funeral Home, Caledonia. Nancy (Stark) Wake • GREAT WITH KIDS (616) 891-4424 children; 21 great-grandchil­ dren; her sisters-in-law. Dorothy Colburn, Rose Colburn. Marian Colburn; and many nieces and nephews. Funeral services for Mrs. Taylor were held Saturday at the Matthysse-KuiperDeGraaf Funeral Home (Caledonia). 616 E. Main St. MMM of several months. A native of Muncie. Indiana, she was bom Sept. I0, 1930, the daughter of Oren and Anna Stark. She graduated from Burris High School and Ball State Teachers College. Nancy loved being with her family. As the definitive “wife” and “mother,” she was always full of life, smiles and good humor. Nancy enjoyed reading, knit­ ting, her flowers and espe­ cially traveling. She looked forward to her winter trips to Florida. She is survived by her hus­ band, Gene. They would have been married 50 years December 26. Other family members are: Darrell (wife Sandi) of Middleville, Stephen (wife Marjie) of La Honda, California, Randall (wife Gretchen) of Zeeland; five grandchildren, Tracy Jerraid of Ft. Wayne, Indiana. Nicholas Wake of Middleville, Jenna Wake of La Honda, California, and Brandon and Brian Wake of Zeeland; nieces, Marsha Gratner of Sulpher Springs, Indiana and Susan Burtnctt of Carmel. Indiana; and a nephew, Jeffery Stark of Roseburg, Oregon. Visitation will be at Beeler's Funeral Home, Middleville, from 7 to 9 p.m. Thursday, August 28. Burial will be in South Mound Cemetery, New Castle, Indiana. Arrangements were made by Beeler Funeral Home, Middleville. Beatrice E. Taylor (ColbornLOWELL - Beatrice E. Taylor (Colbom). age 79, of Lowell, passed away Wednesday, Aug. 20, 2003. She u as preceded in death by her husband, Charles and nine brothers She is survived by her children, Sharon Pullen, Nancy (Wayne) Seeley, Don (Lois) Taylor; nine grand­ children; 21 great-grandchil­ dren; her sisters-in-law, Dorothy Colburn, Rose Colburn, Marian Colburn; and many nieces and nephews. Funeral services for Mrs Taylor were held Saturday at the Matthysse-KuiperDeGraaf Funeral Home (Caledonia), 616 E. Main St. with Elder Ken Colburn offi­ ciated. Interment Alaska Cemetery. The family suggests memorial contributions be made to Hospice of Michigan. Arrangements were made by Matthysse-KuiperDeGraaf Funeral Home, Caledonia. �The Sun and News, Middleville. August 26 Page 11 Grief support group continues Freeport meetings Sept. 9 A grief support group that started meeting eight months ago continues in Freeport and its next session is set for Tuesday. Sept. 9. Beginning in January 2003. Rosemary Cooper and Joanne Dipp, both of Freeport, formed a grief support and resource group for bereaved parents. The meetings are held at the Freeport Community Center on the second Tuesday of each month from 7:30 to 9 p.m. Cooper and Dipp said they believe there is a need in our area for such a group and they share the leadership and are encouraged by the response. Dipp said. "Support groups may not be for everyone. 1 didn’t think il was for me. However, after finally attend­ ing one. 1 can see the benefit for some and felt led to start this one.” Cooper said she believes more strongly than ever in sharing resource information. “It can be in groups, newsletters, videos, books and the list goes on. In my opinion, one constant remains the same. Bereavement time over the loss of a child is long and tough. Parents cannot realistically believe that their child could die.” At the Sept. 9 meeting, the grieving process as they know it will be discussed and infor­ mation about what they have found will be shared. They said they hope to take ques­ tions and discuss this openly. and will ask others if they care to share what has been most helpful to them and what encourages them. However, they want everyone to know that they are not required to participate and can just come and listen. "We do not claim to be professionals or claim to have the magic’ cure.” Cooper said. “We are just a couple of moms that have lost chil­ dren.” They have invited a guest speaker to a future meeting. The speaker is a counselor concentrating on adolescent and adult men and women issues, which include loss and grief. She too is a bereaved parent. “Knowledge is a tool in bereavement work; grief The Middleville chapter of Mothers and More is offering an open house from 7 to 9 p.m. Monday. Sept. 8. to area moms who may be interested in finding out more about the group. The group will be meeting at Kids First Learning Place in Middleville. "It will be a perfect oppor­ tunity for the public to learn more about the mission behind Mothers and More, as well as to see how relaxed and supportive the environ­ ment is for moms of all types." said a spokesperson for the group. Mothers and More is an international not-for-profit support netw ork of more than 7.500 women who by choice or circumstance are combin­ ing work and home life in a variety of ways. Mothers and More champions the value and necessity of all mothers' work to society both paid and unpaid. "So. whether you are a fullShe was preceded in death by her husband. Russell on time, stay-at-home parent, work part-time, or are balanc­ June 9. 1977. her brother; Robert Near, and her sisters, ing family and full-time Margaret Langkamp. work. Mothers and More is a Marion Buer and Evah great time and place to net­ work with other women,” the Finkbeiner The Memorial Service for spokesperson said. The group offers mom-toMrs. Scott was Tuesday morning at the funeral home. mom support, year-round Those planning an expres­ sion of sympathy are asked to consider the Activity fund at Metron of Cedar Springs. Give a memorial that can go on forever... A gift to the Barry Community Foundation is used to help fund activities throughout the county' in the name of the person you designate. -Ask your funeral director for more information on the BCF or call 945-0526. child-free meetings (held the second and fourth Monday of each month). Mom's Night Out. children's activities, playgroups, volunteer oppor­ tunities. and e-mail network­ ing. For further information In Mcmoriiiin Andy (Red) Aicken who passed away August 31 st 2002. Loved and missed so much by his Family. Grandchildren and Great Grandchildren You thought we would grow old together But that wasn't meant to be You went first and 1 remain to walk the road alone I live with lots of memones Dear with happs days we've known. In Spring I’ll watch the roses bloom. The lilac fades to blue. In early fjril when brown leaves fall i’ll catch a glimpse of you. You went first and 1 remain one thing I'll have to do walk slowly down the path of death for someday I’ll follow you. 1’11 want to know each step you take that I may walk the same For someday down that lonely road You'll hear tne call your name Love Always Nev a Jayne fl 3 please contact Michelle (269) 795-5242 or visit www .mothersandmore.org. Visitors are welcome and may attend three meetings without obli­ gation to join. With fall activities begin­ ning to crowd mom’s busy schedule, this is a perfect time to cane out some lime for herself.” the spokesperson said. "The open house will be a great opportunity to sec what our group is all about." JOB FAIR! To be held at \ Thursday., August 28th ( 9:00 am - 5:00 pm J k / General Labor. Assembly, Machine Operators, Welders. Inspection y i f MANPOWER OF HASTINGS ( Upcoming positions in the Hastings. Ionia, Lowell and Ada areas Pay rates range from $7.50-$9.25 ♦Qualified cmdidiles must have reliable travport;tion. he drug free and have a positive wtwk history. * lb be consi dered for an i nterv i ew, pi east bri ng dri vers li tw, social security card and 3 past employers including dues worked, complete addresses and phone numbers Contact Manpower of Hartings today (269) 94«-3(XX) for further detai I s MANPOWER 06570666 127 N M.rkel St., IkHings M149058 EOE Mibblevifle Heritage Da^s Friday and Saturday, September 5th and 6th Heritage Days Entertainment Friday Evening 2003 StageCoach Park at the Gazebo In Lining memory of said. “We have found that support persons can be the most encouraged of all. Some learn so much about what they can do to be a better sup­ port to one who grieves. Support persons need ideas too.” For more information, call: Cooper at 765-5120 or Dipp at 765-5413. Mothers and More plans open house Grace Near Scott---------------ROCKFORD - Mrs Grace Near Scott, age 94. of Rockford and formerly of Caledonia, passed way on Friday. July 25, 2003. Mrs. Scott was a people type of person who loved music ol all kinds. She was a self-taught piano and organ player and used her gilt of music, play­ ing for enjoyment and minis­ tering to families as the staff organist at the Vander-Pool Funeral Home. For 14 years, she worked at the Wurzburg store. She loved to play cards, especial­ ly "euchre.” Generous to a fault. Mrs. Scott was very non-judgmen tai in the way people lived their lives. She is survived by her daughter. Betsy and her hus­ band. Mike Nelson of Sand Lake; her sister-in-law. Mrs. Helen Near of Middleville; and her nieces and nephews who were very special to her. work is essential” said Cooper, speaking from expe­ rience. “Websites are avail­ able also. We are interested in finding how they have been helpful.” The meetings are an opendoor invitation. “We understand how diffi­ cult it is to meet new people, so we encourage you to bring a support person.” Cooper Welcome: Miss Barry Country Miranda Covey 6:00 p.m. Bought and Paid For - Gospel 6:30 p.m. in His Name - Gospel 7:00 p.m. The Inspirations - 4 Part Harmony 7:30 p.m. Gun Lake Church Praise Band 8:00 p.m. One Way - Gospel 8:30 p.m. Tim & Colleen Acker - .Acoustics Saturday Schedule of Events Pancake Breakfast (fire Barn) 5K Walk and Run Paul Henry Trail 10:00 a.m. Heritage Days Parade - Trophys 1st and 2nd place ll.-00a.rn. Ans & Crafts (Page Elementary) 8:00 a.m. 11:30 a.m. Laser Tag (Page Gym) 12:00 p.m. Tractor Pull, Kids Games, Petting Zoo, Chess Tournament - Adults and Children, 3-on-3 Basketball (School Grounds) Rotary Duck Race - Thornapple River 12:30 p.m. Horseshoe Tournament (Page Elementary) Mud and Sand Volleyball (Page Elementary) 1:00 p.m. Waterball Fight Several Fire Depts. 3:00 p.m. Pie Eating Contest Firefighters only! 5:00 p.m. Talent Contest, xMiddleville Christian Reformed Church For more information call Cheryl or Ray at 269- 795-4972 Events brought to you by these sponsors: Car Show - Gavin Chevroiet-Buick-Pontiac, Inc.; Stage Entertainment - Carveth Village; Tractor Pull - Bill Seif Chevrolet-Buick; Petting Zoo and kids games - HPS; Volleyball Sand and Mud - Dan Valley. 1 r * �Page 12The Sun and News. Middleville August 26. 2003 Utility expansion, continued from page 1 tracts for connection fees over 20 years, include inter­ est on the unpaid balance were agreed to by Spring Valley for 19 units. Broadview Estates for 40 units, Clearview Investments (Oppenhuizen) for 20 units of water and sewer connect­ ed from Garden Grove, over 20 years. Developments will build internal infrastructure and connect with the public infrastructure at various points. The township will not levy additional taxes over and above existing property tax limitations. White explained. Payment is expected to be made from revenues from assessments over the period of years. The timetable for the utili­ ty construction has been revised from an earlier plan. After the public hearings Sept. 10. it is expected deliv­ ery of the bonds would still occur in September. A bid for construction was awarded to Caledonia Excavating. located in Thornapple Township. Caledonia Excavating has agreed to extend its time line contract through April 3 of next year. Revisions to the sewer ordinance were not complete and ready for board consid­ eration. While said, due to the amount of work on the rest of the documents that were presented. In addition, four ease­ ments are needed as part of the bond issue. Pierson pro­ posed that he negotiate these casements which average four to five hours of contact time. Township Trustee Bill Bravata asked for a cap on the amount, and Supervisor Bryan Harrison stressed an effort to obtain other bids before approving Pierson's bid to do the work. T &M would reimburse the town­ ship for future soft costs related to his part of the proj­ ect. Harrison said it was important to obtain bids for such items, including engi­ neering. Bravata said partnerships with developers was a w ay to I I I I I I I I I I I I I I I I I I I I I I I I I I I I I "bring good things to the community.” He said bang­ ing the village, the township and developers together in partnership might solve the problems on the 100th Street/M-37 comer to bring a signal and lane improve­ ments much quicker. "We have a commitment to the future. We have to make investments at various times, whether we like it or not. If we have to put pipe in the ground, why not size it to take care of the rest of the growth as it comes. It only makes sense. I think this is the right time with 40-year lows in interest." he said. White clarified that bond rates had gone up half a point since June. Treasurer Jill Cardwell stressed the T & M contract and the bond issue were not the same. She said there would be no township pay­ back due unless hookups were made between 92nd and 100th streets, giving them water and sewer and fire protection in that stretch. Engineering costs were approved earlier in a separate motion, she said. She said the T & M contract might allow the township to pay this back. Clerk Pat Snyder said nothing was at risk in the contract with T &M. and soft costs could be paid back only if this project went ahead. Harrison countered that approving the engineering costs did not mean the town­ ship would not recover the costs, which could have been included if an assessment district had been established. Now the township is being loaned money for the soft costs, which would have to be repaid with interest. He said the project had a risk of not being completed, and the risk would lie in the relation­ ship of all the factors having to work as predicted with a potential domino effect fail­ ure. Trustee Larry Stauffer said payback of the Big Three had been an inherited problem. He said the T & M contract would contribute to the pot and hookups and con­ tracts would pay for every­ thing. He said to say the tax­ payers were subsidizing this was misleading. Harrison was opposed to the bond issue. “It will be impossible to limit the prolifera­ tion of high-density development in the southern part of the township given the availability of these utilities." - Richard Robertson, Caledonia Township Trustee I have not supported the way in which we plan to finance utilities. I don’t think that's in the public interest.” He said he would not vote for the way the bonds were structured and "the way we have chosen to pay for our utility issues." He said he did not believe in subsidizing special inter­ est developers or taxing peo­ ple who don't have a choice. He said he supported public services (hat can support themselves. He said this was a risky proposal. He said res­ idents were still subsidizing the Campau-Kettle system. Hearn son has said in vari­ ous meetings that not enough information had been sup­ plied to citizens in a timely manner, effectively prevent­ ing enough time for a refer­ endum effort. Robertson said all the details were not maue known until two days before the public referendum against the plan had to be filed. Trustee Wally Bujak voted against the bond issue, although he supported many of the specific projects. He said his vote was one of no confidence in the bond issue. He said the T & M project was not in a planned assess­ ment district and was not happy with payback arrange­ ments of soft costs. He also objected to the referendum time frame, impairing ability of citizens to respond. Bujak said he had opposed I I I I I — — SOUTH OFFICE 8980 N. 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The master plan passed in 2001 was based on community opinion about how the township would be planned. This he criticized the utilities depart­ ment for. not having a master plan, and this unplanned project w’as occurring because of litigation negotia­ tions. was far beyond a "rea­ sonable effort," he said. Bujak also objected to not putting the engineering con­ tract out for bids, now about $504,000 to the township engineer. He said the con­ sultants come to these meet­ ings to give information dur­ ing consultant time, and then receive that work for their businesses. Bujak said "It's not good public policy to have the same consultants that are advising the board on proj­ ects be the same ones who are also aw aided the contract for the project." Bravata charged Bujak had been against the utilities expansion the whole time. "No matter what. ...if it involves development in this township, certain board members will be against it every time." Robertson said this was untrue. He said he had voted in favor of many projects where planning supported it north of 84th Street. "But I am against exposing the entire southern part of the township to high capacity infrastructure." He predicted the expan­ sion to the south has been designed not just for Garden Grove and Clearview proj­ ects, but to provide high capacity infrastructure to 100th Street and beyond. "It will be impossible to limit the proliferation of high-den­ sity development in the southern part of the township given the availability of these utilities." The township's master plan will be superseded by a utility plan put together to accommodate two develop­ ments inconsistent with that plan, he said. Some board members have supported development no matter where it is advo­ cated. Bravata openly opposed the master plan for agricul­ tural preservation zoning and housing with driveways "every 100 feet along M-37," south of 100th Street, which he called "ludicrous." Harrison disagreed with this position, and said agri­ culture was possible and homes with intermittent access roads could be built off M-37. Robertson said some resi­ dents between 92nd and 100th streets would get the benefit of public utilities and will pay nothing, which was unfair. Bujak suggested there was a conflict of interest for Bravata because his property would benefit from the proj­ ect along M-37. Bravata denied having a conflict because he *ould have no financial gain, would pay more taxes, owned only one of many parcels and not a major ben­ eficiary of utility expansion, backed up by Attorney Jim Brown. Trustee Richard Robertson objected to repeated amendments to the consent agreement, and said he would not vote for it. Robertson identified risks in the plan, saying projected connection fees will not be received on the predicted schedule, resulting in insuffi­ cient revenue for bond pay­ ments. He also said many property owners along M-37 have no interest in water service connections. Trustee Richard Robertson presented several written objections. Robertson pointed out several conflicting points arising out of the information provided by the township’s consultants, and constantly changing details, making analysis difficult. On June 12. "the board was advised that the offer from the Garden Grove pur­ chaser to construct water service to the project would likely result in no payback contract. In spite of this... the payback obligation of the township now stands at $104,727." Robertson added, "the board was advised that a payback arrangement in the approximate amount of $110,250, plus reasonable interest (up to double that amount) would be likely for the sewer construction to 100th Street." The figures have increased to $337,382. The total comes to $442,109, plus interest will accrue, impossible to calculate due to the terms of the contract, he said until the year 2028. Robertson said the "soft costs," which were to be picked up by the developer have simply been considered a cash advance or loan to the township, which will maybe have to be paid back, and to which interest may be added. Robertson said "This con­ tract arrangement perpetu­ ates a situation in which the township maintains an obli­ gation to special interests for the next 25 years," who are in a position to affect pres­ sure or leverage for develop­ ment interests in the commu­ nity. He said one of the early goals of these projects was to not be obligated to develop­ ers, with a recommendation by Bendzinski to "pay off the Big Four and the M-34 user group of developers who could easily express a claim of ownership." Robertson advised follow­ ing Bendzinski's advice and "create a clean financial transaction where payments and interests are known and the lender has no develop ment interest in the commu­ nity. He said soft costs remain. He said in July, $168,691.08 was owed to the general fund for engineering utility proj­ ects, without sealed bids and with no effort to clear this balance. Robertson said it should not be the responsibility of the taxpayers to subsidize utility expansion designed to benefit one or two develop­ ers as well as a group of business owners who are paying nothing. He said an additional $136,766.03 was owed on the Campau-Kettle sewer system, borrowed without interest and without a repay­ ment schedule. Robertson advocated instead, an assessment dis­ trict to establish a secure rev­ enue stream for the entire 100th Street extension using a procedure that treats prop­ erty owners in the south in an equitable manner as those in the north west district. Some charges were made that township consultants misled officials and citizens to promote their own access to the public purse for "soft costs" related to the utilities expansion in the absence of competitive bids from other parties, and this constituted a conflict of interest. Cautions by various speakers predicted a future taxpayer burden anti escalat­ ing township indebtedness, with examples recounted by representatives from other communities, saying con­ sultants lead residents into a financially devastating situa­ tion with environmental impacts which limited the sewer's effectiveness. Another fairness issue was raised by former Planning Commission Chairman Archie Warner, who asked why landowners of the northwest district paid for pipe in the ground and paid a connection fee in addition, whereas, T & M would put in the pipes but would not pay a connection fee until they equaled the amount of cost for putting pipe in the ground. White explained in the northwest district, sewer assessments were based on acreage, with an additional connection fee of $1,250 which goes toward the sewer plant debt. Water pipe was paid for but owners who con­ nected did not pay connec­ tion fees he said. "The same provision for an additional $1,250 for con­ necting sewer is in the T & M contract." They get a credit for $ 1.720 for sewer connection and they pay $905 cash in payments due to the village for the sewer plant. There will be a full credit for water connection fees. In a seemingly unrelated matter, KC Farm Board Commissioner Bill Hirsch challenged the board to put up as much funding toward a farm preservation (PDR) program to help farms stay in business as the board has paid in legal fees to attempt to settle developer's legal suits in struggles to develop where the future master plan would not support it. He pointed to growth and decline patterns in surround­ ing communities and warned that the same thing was hap­ pening in Caledonia. Trustee Robertson pointed out, that in spite of the board's support for the farm land preservation initiative, the 100th Street sewer exten­ sion effectively eliminates any hope that the Finkbeiner farm on 100th will ever be eligible for funds under that program. �The Sun and News Middlevilte. August 26 Page 13 From Our Readers Local Citizens Speak Out On Issues Driver a heroine for saving life, then becomes victim To the editor: Too often, it seems, we read about, bear or see some­ thing about teen-agers’ thoughtless actions that lead to tragedies. The story I’m telling here is different. It’s about an 18year-old girl’s quick thinking that saved a boy’s life, but then somehow made her the victim. My daughter was traveling east on Gun Lake Road July 9 when a little boy suddenly rode his bicycle from a side road into the path of her car. She immediately swerved to avoid hitting the child, which in turn caused her car to crash into a large tree. The force of impact destroyed her car and left her trapped inside. Emergency personnel used a crowbar to try to open the driver's side door and the "Jaws of Life’’ was used, but the attempts to free her from the wreckage were not suc­ cessful. Finally, she was pulled through a broken win­ dow and then was taken by ambulance to the hospital. To our joy and amazement, her life was spared and x-rays revealed no broken bones. However, she did suffer cuts from glass and was very badly bruised. We were told that if her car had struck the tree from a dif­ ferent angle, she may not have survived. We were thankful that God had spared her life, as well as the life of the little boy. State troopers at the scene of the accident commended my daughter for her split sec­ ond decision making and driving skills to help save the life of the boy. The child is 8 years old. and is from Kalamazoo. He was attending a Boys and Girls Club day camp on Erway Road and was part of a supervised bike ride when the accident occurred. For that particular day. the boy was supposed to be under the adult supervision of the camp. Somehow he had got­ ten ahead of the rest of the bikers and darted out in front of my daughter’s car. It would have been a terrible tragedy if his life had been taken, but fortunately for the boy. his family and camp counselors my daughter’s quick actions avoided such a horrible outcome. This boy was on our fami­ ly’s minds for several days after the incident. We realized it must have been pretty scary for him and we wondered how he was doing. So I con­ tacted the director of the camp in Kalamazoo, who assured me he was fine. The director also told me he was grateful to my daughter for her life-saving actions. He seemed to be concerned about how my daughter was doing. I told him she had been badly bruised and had come down with mononucleosis, which our doctor said can happen during a particularly stressful time. Indeed, losing her car and being out of work as a result of the accident certainly was stressful for my daughter. She had no money to buy another vehicle, so there was no way for her to get to work once she recovered, and no way for her to drive back and forth to college this fall. And being 18 years old. the only insurance she could afford on her 1994 Camaro was PLPD. I thought it just wasn’t fair that my daughter could go so quickly from life-saving heroine to victim. So I won­ dered if the camp might be willing to help, even just a lit­ tle. with their liability insur­ ance. After all. the boy who caused the accident was under their supervision at the time of the accident. The camp director at first seemed to be genuinely con­ cerned. asking how much my daughter had paid for the car and what kind of car it was and what year. He then told me the organization is non­ profit and didn’t have a lot of money, but he would check into the liability insurance question with attorneys and bring the matter up before the Executive Board. With lhe little boy doing fine, my daughter recuperat­ ing and the chance we might get some help, things were looking up. But after I hadn’t heard from the director for awhile. I called and was astonished by the cold reception he gave me. He now had a different attitude, bluntly telling me there was nothing in the orga­ nization’s liability insurance that could help. He said this kind of incident isn’t covered. Furthermore, Michigan's "No-fault" law says no one is at fault and nothing can be done for my daughter. I protested by saying, “But she saved his life!” He responded. "You don’t know that!” If my daughter's car had struck that little boy while going 50 miles an hour, it’s just not very likely he could have survived. The director told me that accidents happen every day. and this was exactly that — an accident. If it had been a deer that had run in front of her. causing her to swerve and hit a tree, she’d be in lhe same boat. So she’s just out of luck, she was in the wrong place at the wrong lime. How could he compare the life of a child with the life of a deer? A deer is not under adult supervision. Further, with a deer my daughter would have had the option of striking it to save her own life or avoid serious injuries That wasn't an option with lhe boy. I don't know what could have happened to change the attitude of lhe director so dramaticallv. Perhaps be thought 1 w as just going to sue lhe camp. I never demanded money for a new car and I never said they had to pay for her losses. I only asked about their liabil­ ity insurance. As things stand now. my daughter has dropped her plans to go to college this fall. Instead, she'll have to work a full-time job and two parttime jobs so she can have enough money to replace the car she lost with her quick thinking to avoid hitting a boy . She remains happy she did the right thing m saving a life, but she’s disappointed that camp was unwilling to help her. She's also sad that no one. not the camp director nor the boy's parents, took the time to call and thank her. My daughter is a hard working and determined young woman and 1 am proud of her and how she showed her character through all of this. It’s too bad she's become the victim, not of a crime, but of circumstances. She deserves better. Vicki Buxton. Middleville What’s killing Gun Lake fish? To the editor: I've lived at Gun Lake for some 50 years and have never seen dead fish on the shore as bad as they have been this year. During the late 1980s. the water in Gun Lake was six inches or more below the top of lhe control dam. but the fish were not floating ashore as badly. We have picked up 30 or more big bullhead (12 inches and better), many rock bass, perch, small mouth bass, walleye and pike as big as 28 inches. This certainly is not normal or the natural cycle. 1 know that some people try to kill the weeds by them­ selves and this may do more harm than good. Lower oxy­ gen. increased fishing pres­ sure and changes in wind direction may all help create lhe dead fish problem, but it has never been this notice­ able Thank you for your kind attention. Robert E. Brady. P.E.. 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Enter Karla Jones’ Girl Scout troop need­ ing a Silver Award project. The two just seemed to go hand in-(garden) glove. CareTree Adult Day Services provides a day pro­ gram for indviduals who have physical, mental and psychological limitations. They also seek to provide temporary relief for care givers. They offer activities such as games, music, art. cooking, current events, exercise, field trips and. of course, gardening. The Silver Award is the highest award a girl can earn as a Cadette Girl Scout. According to Jones, the proj­ ect builds on accomplish­ ments in Girl Scouting and This is just a portion of the beautiful CareTree Therapeutic Gardens designed and executed by Girl Scout Troop #648. Girl Scout Troop #648. led by Karla Jones of Caledonia, include left to right (back row) Katie Schenk, Kristin Klien. Kaila Schweda. Rachel Foerch. Kaylee Jones and Sammi Kendall. Missing from photo is Jessica Schelton. represents a personal action plan for helping others. A Silver Award project must have a minimum of 30 hours of planning and execution. The actual implementation of the project should lake seven to ten hours. The CareTree Therapeutic Gardens has fit the Silver Award project requirements to a tee. While fulfilling other award requirements, including three correspon­ ding badges for interest proj­ ects (they chose to complete Plant Life. Architecture & Environmental Design and Public Relations badges), the girls have spent many hours for the garden area. The troop has been work­ ing on this project since September 2001. They spent more than 15 hours of research time on the Internet, learning about the different aspects of a therapeutic gar­ den. 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Kristin Klien and friend Brittany Gibbons. plants and flowers; including benefits, growth ability, cost, weed and insect control. Several blueprints also were drawn up to determine the garden layout. Katie Schenk. Kristin Klien. Kaila Schweda, Rachel Foerch, Kaylee Jones, Sammi Kendall and Jessica Shelton made sure that the gardens were acces­ sible even if participants are in a wheelchair. Pathways between the var­ ious garden areas are four feet in width. They designed and worked in areas for veg­ etables. perrenials, annuals and even a golf putting green. The once pebble strewn area was worked with over 15 yards of topsoil, peat and manure brought in by the troop. Some of the special touch­ es that were added to the area, besides the putting green, are a ‘bean pole’ care crow, a birdbath, stepping stones, spinners and various garden animal statues. At the completion of the project the troop put together a book with all their research and garden care plans. They presented one book to CareTree and one to the Girl Scout Council for other to use for future reference. "This project was funded from our Girl Scout cookie sale," explained Jones, "recycled donated pop cans and with a grant from Sam’s Club. We also sought dona- Thanks to the girls in Karla Jones Girl Scout Troop #648, those at CareTree Adult Day Services have a beautiful, workable garden to enjoy for many years. Saving on home insurance is “No Problem.” undrKis (j/ thoussnds Will You Be Able to money *ilh Auto-<unfits Retire on Time I How much will you need lnsur<n»/or that home4X1 matale home protection Slop tn and A to retire? I Does your current IRA offer the earning power you need? I Are your 40 l(k) investments Christopher J. Hier, lions from various busincas- well diversified? 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In other hoard news last week: • Interim Superintendent Carol Nelson-Purkey pre­ sented Judy Truer and her maintenance crew of Andy Snyder, fleet supervisor. Bob Huizenga. mechanic, and Will Foote, mechanic, to the board for recognition. Truer and her crew received an outstanding transportation inspection for the 2002-03 school year. "I really don’t deserve this." said Truer, "because the guys are the ones that do this We are well known in West Michigan for our facil­ ities and for how our guys Blueprint, continued from page 1- fast or distinctive hostelry, improvement of river access, public restrooms, theater and place for the performing arts, mixed use zoning, a new bridge that will allow truck traffic to be routed away from downtown. The consen­ sus from speakers at the Aug. 12 meeting was to “do it right’ and make it a “crown­ ing jewel" of the area. Residents indicatd they would like to see the existing buildings used for profes­ sional offices, a “5 star restaurant,’’ a mike shop and a cafe open on a four-season basis. The group’s priorities were to focus on the river and trail, improve the streetscape, improve the traffic patterns, clean up existing decrepit buildings, make sure that developments on M-37 do not detract from the village, but bring people into the vil­ lage. Assets of the village are the river, trail, friendliness, rural small town feel, schools and services. The consultants, who have worked with communities in all 50 states, also met with members of the Village Council. Village President Lon Myers remarked. “People feel safe here.” Hyett described the area surrounding the village with a spending potential. The average household income is $65,000 to $72,000. He said. “This is a good place to invest over time.” Dorothy Corson said, “We need a w ay to keep people downtown. This is not the place I knew 82 years ago.’ Myers said, “I am excited to hear about your conclu­ sions.’’ Both Hyett and Palma stressed that the plan they give to the village will be unique to its situation “It w ill not be a cookie cut­ ter solution. Downtowns like Middleville are important to Michigan.” keep it up." Truer said she was espe­ cially pleased with the out­ standing marks because it seems that their inspector is noted as being "very tough." "We’re very, very pleased to have an A* rating." said Nelson-Purkey. • Board President Robert Bergs confirmed the board committee appointments for 2003-04. Building Committee Bob Bergy. chairperson, with Denny Atkinson and Kristy Sheriund. Education Committee Bill Hamson. chairperson, with Bob Lillie and Ken Yonker. Personnel Committee Bernie Nagel, chairperson, with Denny Atkinson and Bob Lillie. Finance Committee - Ken Yonker. chairperson, with Bemie Nagel and Bill Harrison. Policy Committee Denny Atkinson, chairper­ son. with Kristy Sheriund and Ken Yonker Board member Robert Lillie is designated for the special assignments of leg­ islative contact and Michigan Association of School Boards (MASB) liai­ son. The hoard also • Heard from speaker Chip Hoebeke. "I encourage and exhort you to take your time (in hiring a superintendent). If there's any pressure, make it the pressure to make the right decision." • Approved a resolution providing water and sewer easements The water main casement agreement refers to the particular easements as A, C. D. E. F and I in eleven pages of survey drawings and information prepared by Wilcox Associates. Further information and survey drawings, also provided by Wilcox Associates, are pro­ vided for easements described as A, B, E. G and H in another eleven pages. • Accepted the lease of six buses to the Kent Intermediate School District for a yearly sum of $30,100. Board member Denny Atkinson inquired as to who is responsible for the mainte­ nance of the buses. "That would be the responsibility of KISD or Dean Management." explained Andy Snyder, fleet supervisor. The board also affirmed that the contract only applies for one year. • Approved the following personnel changes: Lori DeMann hired as a bus driv­ er and the resignation of Rebecca (Deppe) Woods as a bus aide due to moving out of state. A leave of absense was granted to Michelle Hazen a half-time PPI teacher at Emmons Lake Elementary (Sept. 26 to Dec. I) and Michelle VanderHeide a special edu­ cation parapro (2003-04 school year). During a special board meeting July 28. the board approved the following per­ sonnel changes: Sharon Oatley transferred from gifted and talented to seventh grade math. Sandi Braat (CHS English). Maria Quintana-Garcia (CHS Spanish). Dan Boy (CHS tech ed). Jeremy Geerdes (fifth grade. Emmons Lake). Renee Weiss (second grade Dutton Elementary). 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Requests that do not meet the ordinance or raise questions will be brought to the full commission. During the Aug. 21 meet­ ing. the commission approved a request by Georgia Estelle to erect a free standing and a wall sign at their new busi­ ness at 12223 M-179 (the building that formerly was home to “The Note"). Estelle will add the required land­ scaping to the free standing sign. The commission also approv ed the site plan for the Gun Lake Community Church, which enlarges their parking lot and by adding another driveway, creates an entrance and exit drive. “This should improve safe­ ty.” Commissioner Jack Finkbeiner said. However Vickie Hooker will have to return w ith draw­ ings showing the dimension of the “entrance” and “exit” signs the church wants to install. The site plan for the 38- by 80-foot addition to the Yankee Springs Fire Station was approved. McCrumb showed the plans for the addi­ tion and noted that the town­ ship had met all requirements for lot lines and drainage. The commission asked Derrick Schabbel of Triangle Associates to bring back a revised plan showing where the improv ements made to the Boardwalk Planned Unit Development are located. Schabbel had asked that the pump house and 50 additional feet of boardwalk that have CHARTER TOWNSHIP OF CALEDONIA COUNTY OF KENT, MICHIGAN NOTICE OF TWO PUBLIC HEARINGS CHERRY VALLEY SEWER AND WATER SPECIAL ASSESSMENT DISTRICT NO. 2003-1 NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that the Townshgi Board of the Charier Townshgi of Caledonia. Kent County. Michigan, havaig entered a Special Assessment Contract with Cherry Valley Propertr*. Inc . which constitute* a petaion io make certaai puhhc sewer and water supply improvements tn the so-catted Lepard Park/Cheny Wiley devefopment from the record owners of the total tend area m the proposed specnl assessment dntnet described befow. has resolved fls mtcntmn to proceed on the pettson and. pursuant to Act 18* of the Pubhc Acts of Mahigan of 1854, as amended, to make sad Improvements in the Township The townshgi Board ha* determned that the cost of sad Improvements shall he specialty assessed agamst the foRowmg desenbed lots and parcels of land which are bene fitted by the bnprovements and which together comprise the folowmg proposed special assess­ ment district: CHERRY VALLEY SEWER AND WATER SPECIAL ASSESSMENT DISTRICT NO. 2003-1 A map and legal description of the proposed special assess­ ment district is set forth below: Pan of the Northeast 1 4 of Secton 17. T5N R10U Catedoaa Ibwnshg). Kent County. Mkh^an. described as: Comose ac mg at the North I 4 comer of sad Section hence South OOX)8*22* East along the West hne of the Northeast 1 4 if sad Secuon 50 0! feet to the South rjght of way hne of 76th Street, thence North 88 54 4*' East paralei wah the North hne of the Northeast I 4 of sad Stctoe 1028 17 feet to the place of begun mg of the- deserpuoa. thence South 01X15'11* East 328.00 feet; thence South 60Xi5'll* East 340.00 feet' thence South 01X35*11* East 42 41 feet; feence Sooth 03X33'19’ West 430.00 feet; therce South 69X33'19“ Wen 300 feet thence South 03*29'52’ East 231 34 feet: thence South 55*58'49* West 248 41 feet; thence South 15 58 44’ West 210 00 feet; thence South 27X11’11* East 110.00 feet; thence South 54X11’11* East 340.00 feet; thence South 0IX) 1’11* East 75.00 feet to the South line of the Northeast 1/4 of sad Section; thence North 88'58'49* East along the South line of the Northeast 1/4 of sad Section 1580 00 feet to the East line of the Northeast 1/4 of sad Secuon; thence North 00X)7’40’ West along the East hne of the Northeast 1/4 of sad Section 440.(X) feet: thence South 88'58'44’ West paralei wsh the South hne of the Northeast 1/4 of sad Section 440 <M» tect thence North 00'07'40’ West parallel with the East hne of the Northeast 1/4 of sad Section 640.00 feel to the North hne of the South 1320.00 feet of the Northeast 1/4 of sad Section; thence North 88'58'44" East along the North hne of the South 1320.00 feet of the Northeast 1/4 of sad Section 440 00 feet io the East hne of the Northeast 1/4 of sad Section; thence North 00'07'40* West along the East hne of the Northeast 1/4 of sad Section H>84 84 feet to a point 233.00 feet South of the Northeast comer of sad Section; thence South 88'54'49" West parallel with the North line of the Northeast 1/4 of sad Section 233.00 feet; thence North 00X)7'40* West parallel with the East hne of the Northeast 1/4 of sad Section 182.99 feet to a point on the South right of way line of 76th Street, sad point being 50.00 feet South (perpendicular measure) from the North line of the Northeast 1/4 of sad Section; thence South 88'54'49” west paraDei with the North line of the Northeast 1/4 of sad Section 1369.80 feet to the place of begmning. Subject to highway rights over the East 33.00 feet thereof for Cherry WHey Avenue. TAKE NOTICE that the Township Board of the Charter Township of Caledonia will hold an initial public hearing on Wednesday, September 10, 2003. at 7:30 p.m. at the Township Hatt, 250 South Maple Street. Caledonia, Michigan, to hear and consder any objections to the petitions fifed, the proposed Improvements, the proposed special assessment district, and aU other matters relating to sad Improvements. TAKE FURTHER NOTICE that plans and estimates of cost for the Improvements are on fife wah the Township Clerk for public examination. TAKE FURTHER NOTICE that the Township Supervisor of the Charter Townshg, of Caledonia has made and certified a special assessment roll m the amount of $601.965 for the special assess­ ment district. which roll sets forth the relative portion of the cost of sad improvements which is to be levied in the form of special assessment against each benefited lot and parcel of land in the special assessment du met. TAKE FURTHER NOTICE that the special assessment roll as prepared has been reported to the Township Board and b on fife wth the Township Clerk at the Township Hall for pubbe examina­ tion. TAKE FURTHER NOTICE that the Townshg) Board .of the Charter Town stag) of Caledonia will hold a second public hearmg on Wednesday. September 10, 2003. at 735 p.m at the Townshgi HalL 250 Mapfe Street. Caledonia. Mtch^an. in sad Townshgi, to renew the specail assessment rol and to hear and consder any objections thereto. TAKE FURTHER NOTICE THAT AN OWNER OR A PARTY IN INTEREST IN A LOT OR PARCEL OF LAND SUBJECT TO AS PE CLAL ASSESSMENT MAY FILE A WRITTEN APPEAL OF THE SPECIAL ASSESS NT WITH THE MICHIGAN TAX TRIBUNAL WITHIN THIRTY (30) DAYS AFTER THE DATE OF CONFIRMS T1ON OF THE SPECIAL .4SESSMENT ROLL BUT ONLY IF SAID OWNER OR PARTY LN INTEREST APPEARS ANI PROTESTS THE SPECIALASSESSMENT AT THIS HEARING A appearance may be made by an owner or party in mterevL or hn or her agent, m person or. m the akematne. tn appearance or protest can be fifed wsh the Township by fener poor to the he a rm g, m whch case a personal appearance at the hearing b not required. PROPERTY SHALL NOT BE ADDED TO THE PROPOSED SPECIAL ASSESSMENT DISTRICT AND THE ORIGINAL ESTI­ MATE OF CO»T SHALL NOT BE INCREASED B\ MORE THAN 10% WflHOLT FURTHER NOTICE AND PUBLIC HE ARING Thu Notre was autoonZed by the Townshg) Board of the Charter Townshg» of Cafedomm Dated Aagast 20. 2003 Patricia Snyder, Township Clerk Charter Township of Caledonia already been installed be approved. He was also look­ ing for an extension of a con­ crete sidewalk on the north side of the development. Barry County Planning and Zoning Director Jim McManus, who administers erosion permits in the county, had told Triangle that the sidewalk would help control some of the runoff from the development. Neighbor Bill Baughman read a letter to the commission in opposition to the sidewalk extension. "We were only trying to improve the development, not circumvent the site plan requirements.” Schabbel told the commission. The commission members told Schabbel that the side­ walk extension was not acceptable. They suggested landscaping and a set of stairs to allow access Io the board­ walk. This would reduce runoff while providing priva­ cy for the neighbors. He will return with revised plans at the September Planning Commission meet­ ing. He will also be dis­ cussing with the developer some of the other problems with silt and landscaping brought up at the meeting By a narrow 4-3 vote, the board recommended a request to rezone 10 acres, made by Gun Lake Excavating, from Agricultural to C-3 commer­ cial. Gun Lake Excavating will have to request a special use permit if the Township Board approves this rezoning. The Planning Commission will resume workshop ses­ sions Oct. 2. The next regular meeting of the Planning Commission will be Sept. 18. McManus will be on hand to discuss the Community Viz program. The meeting begins at 7 p.m. Middleville man arrested after hitting police cruiser A41-year-old Middleville man was arrested last Friday morning in connection with a traffic accident on M-37 near its intersection with 76th Street in the southern part of Kent County. Deputies from the Kent County Sheriff’s Department said they received a call from a citizen alerting them to a vehicle heading southbound on M-37 in the northbound lane. Almost at the same time. Deputy Steve Brasseur, at approximately 1:18 a.m. while northbound on M-37 near 76th Street, attempted to make a quick right turn out of his lane of travel, to avoid being hit by another vehicle, coming straight at him. The two vehicles collided at an angle, causing major dam­ age, but both drivers avoided serious injuries. Deputy Brasseur was able to get out of his vehicle and walk toward the other car, where the Middleville man was still sitting in his car talking to a second deputy who had just avoided being hit by the suspected intoxi­ cated driver. Deputy Ben Cammenga was northbound on M-37 a mile or so ahead of Deputy Brasseur and had encoun­ tered the other vehicle on the divided portion of M-37. He had to swerve from the left lane to the right lane to avoid being hit. As Cammenga turned to catch up to the vio­ lator, he came upon his fel­ low officer sitting in his damaged cruiser and the other vehicle nearby. The driver of the 2003 Pontiac Grand Am, was arrested and will face charges in 63rd District GET MORE NEWS! Subscribe to the Hastings Banner. Call 945-9554 for more information. Court, Cascade. His name was withheld pending arraignment. VILLAGE OF CALEDONIA Summary Minutes of the Regular Meeting of the Mlage of Caledonia August 11,2003 Call to Order al 7:03 p rn Pledgeof Allegiance. Present: Erskine Bierfein, Audy, Unger, Penfold. Zandstra. Regan and Ayers. Absent: Ma vig ba Conslderattin of meeting agenda: Moton by Unger, sup­ ported by Brrleai Motion car­ ried. Public CommentNonc Written Correspondence. Approval of Consen Agenda:Moton to approve by Bierfein, supported by Unger Motion earned Inquiry of Conflict c Interest: Township Liaison Report Townshg? Referendum did not get the required signatures. Village Manager Report: PresidentsReport: Ibwnshy has requested to know the inter­ est the Village would have, d the exating Fare Bam became available for safe The Council has requested that the Village Manager research the Fire Bam for possible new location for a DPW garage and maybe Village offices Old Business: A Nose Ordnance-hold New Business: A Fmal Pbl Approval for Glen \feley 85-Motion to approve by Audy, supported by Zandstra. Al Ayes, motion earned. Public Comment Victoria Peabody thanked the Pbnnng Commission and Counci for the work that they have done regardmg the re Zoning of 245 Kmsey. Council CommentsNick Unger asked Scott WiMumson to grve a quick revnw of the Ptannmg Commsinn meeung. Chuck Audy asked residents to volunteer for two Pbnnng Commission seats that are vacant. Meeting Adjourned at 7:3 p.m. Respectfully submated, Sandra Ayers. Clerk MTK4?« �The Sun and News. Middleville. August 26 Page 17 Consumer Alert Jamaican Lottery Phone Scam The Better Business Bureau of Western Michigan has received repons that the old 809 long distance phone scam is going on in our area but with a new long distance code of 876. The 876 area code is a new phone overlay for 809 and creates a billing nightmare for consumers who call this Caribbean based exchange seeking to claim their Jamaican lottery winnings. The newest wrinkle in­ volves telephone calls from some Caribbean countries. You are requested to return a call, usually involving some type of crisis. High interest words like emergency, fami­ ly problem, accident, long lost relative, etc., are used. CALEDONIA TOWNSHIP This it the hook used to get BOARD AUGUST 20. 2003 you to call back. Invariably A special wort session of the you are hooked up to some­ Caledonia Townshg* Board was one who doesn't understand caBcd io order al 5:32 p.m Present: Harrison. Snyder. what you are saying, or Cardwell. Bravata. Bujak. speaks a different language, Stauffer. Robertson arrived at or broken English... but. 5'4(1 p m here’s the catch, they keep Abo Present: LA Pierson. Attorney Whac. Engaieer Wftcox. you on the line as long as Ctdars Billing Assistant Gia mo possible. and several citizens When you get your next Moved Hants on. second phone bill, you will find a Stauffer to add to the agenda a charge of $100 or more. closed session to dscussion an amendment to the consent What? The charges are billed agreement for Garden Grove that by a phone company in that is related to the sewer and waler country and appear on your contracts Ayes All MOTION next bill as charges for the carried phone call, much like a dial Moved Harrison. second arrangement Stauffer to go nto closed session a-whalever at 5:35 pm to dncuss amend* where you pay by the minute. menls to the Garden Grove This scam was reported to be Consent Agreement. Ayes: All operating out of countries moiion carried Moved with an an area code of 609. Harrison, second Stauffer to at last report. return to open session at 4.<H So. if you get a request to pm Ayes AH MOTRIN CAR RIED call out of country, or a col­ Reviewed the closed sessmn lect call, don’t call back or terns for l&M convent agree­ accept the call. Already done ment? Construction of condos IM months after sewer and water it? Call your Better Business lines are completed and six year Bureau to register your com­ finish. Traffic light and legal fees plaint. While they may not be far amendment paid for by devel­ able to get your money back, oper. Rich Pierson and Jim White they can bring your com­ reviewed the contracts. plaint forward to regulatory Moved Bravata. second Stauffer to adjourn. Ayes: All authorities for the future. MOTION CARRIED. BBB may be reached at 616Patricia Snyder, 774-8236 or at Caledonia Township Clerk www.grandrapids.bbb.org. CALEDONIA TOWNSHIP 0STNMIS Quality work at competitive prices Senior Citizen Discounts Written Labor Warranty Licensed and Insured RESIDENTIAL ROOFING SPECIALIST Tear-offs & Re-roofs ALL STAR ROOFING Call us for a free Professional Estimate (616) 877-4253_______ PUBLIC HEARING NOTICE Ptease be advised the Vdbge of Middleville Ptannng Com mis stun wdlhokl a pubhc heamg on Tuesday. September 2. 2003. at 45 p.m. The purpose of thn he a rm g wfl be » consid­ er an amended pre tarn nary Snr Plan for Mill Itond Planned Una Development (PCD) The developer b proposng an amendment to the approved Pl D plan A copy of the proposed amended Pre hmm ary PLDpfen may be exammed n Viftage Hal durmg regular btuaess hours. 400 a.m.-5:00 p.m.. Monday through Fnday Any mierested person may attend the pubta hearing and offer comments on the amended PCD pfen Ray Peters Se cretary Village Planning Commission CALEDONIA TOWNSHIP CALEDONIA TOWNSHIP BOARD August20, 2003 Present Hanson. Snyder. Cardwel Bravata. Bujak. Robertson, and Stauffer Ako Present: Planner/ Manager Zybtra. Ctifites .Admmntntor Person. Deputy Clerk Palmer. Fire Chrf Bennett, Attorney Jan Whae. Engineer Randy Wfcox. and several cMrZen* Su perns or Hamson caled the regular Catedonn Townshg) meetmg to order at 7D2 p.m. SupervBor Ha ms on led the Pledge and invocation CONSIDERATION OF THE AGENDA: Moved Cwdwel sec­ ond Bravata to add Mem 10D — Cable Dncussnn and item 10E Latte Lambs lease dscussion. Ayes: Snyder. Card we I. Bravata. Bupk. Robertson, and Stauffer. Nav: Hamson MOTION CAR­ RIED PUBLIC COMMENT: Chief Bennett dneussed the Plane Pull that was held Saturday. August 14 The Caledonia firefighters along wch Thomapple Township and Wayland s frr fighter's pulled the plane ai the shortest amount of tone and won other awards also Barbara Sic hi of Barry County discussed construction in Barry County Bill Hr*ch thanked the Board for passing the farm resolution at a prevnus meeting and requested the Board help wMh the costs mvolved Sharon Ford of Pme Lake, of the Southwest Michigan Sewer and Waler Authonty discussed an issue wMh their sewer and water system CONSENT AGENDA: Snyder removed the Utilities Report. Robertson removed the minutes. Moved Hamson. second Bravata to approve the consent agenda wMhout foe Infers Report and minute > Ayes All MOTION CARRIED. Moved Robertson, second Bujak to amend the August 4. 2003 minutes to read moved Robertson, second Bujak to amend the cable budget by rawing the cable expense by $5000 and to move the cable equipment to a secure location. Ayes: Hamson. Bujak. Bravata. Robertson and Stauffer. Nay: Snyder and Cardwell MOTION CARRIED. Moved Hamson. sec­ ond Cardwell to change the motion regardmg buildable lots to read - Moved Hamson. second Cardwell to request the township planner to direct legal council to initiate grandfathering of the identified parcels to maintain ther buildable status Ayes: All. MOTION CARRIED. Moved Harrison, second Bravata to approve the mmutes of August 6. 2003 as amended. Ayes: All MOTION CARRIED. Utilities Admamtralor Person discussed the Dunigan payment. Moved Harrison, second Bravata to approve the Ltitatrs Report. Axes: AI MOTION CARRIED. INQUIRY OF CONFLICT OF INTEREST: None REPORT FROM BOARD OFFICERS AND STAFF: None CORRESPONDENCE: None CONSIDERATION OF TAM SEWER & WATER CON­ TRACTS: Attorney Jun White explaned the Mem Amend existng consent pdgmeni to have the IS-month period to begat when the water and sewer b available, and buidmg water and sewer satisfies ther agreement Robertson dneussed the enensrrn and the provwKMi of when the payback merest clock starts tickng Bravata dneussed the merest Stauffer qtscstaxied the contract and the taabiMy issues. Harmon dneussed thn bemg a reopenmg of the consent agree­ ment and be woukl take a stophght at 100W Street and M-37. as this development would pro­ foundly npact ma comer. He would fike to see an amendment where the de ve toper wil be respoasfote for 10% of the cost of a siophght and repars to the corner or $50.00(1 whahever n greater Moved Bravata. second Snyder to dnect legal counci to draw an amendment to the con­ sent judgment to include the foltowmg: the 18 month start date to begin at the completion of water and sewer, secondly that the interest clock be started at 135 unrs connected or 4 years whichever comes fast; that pay­ ment of townshg) legal fees be paid by T&M Partners and that they pay 10% or $50,000 for the cost of intersection improve­ ments and a stop fight at 100th street and M-37. if the money has not been used the money wil be put nto a fond with the Township for a future traffic light at the intersection. Robertson questioned a point of order. Hamson declared ths motion an appropriate motion. Roll call vote. Ayes: Hamson. Snyder. Cardwel Bravata. and Stauffer. Nav: Bujak and Robertson MOTION CARRIED. Robertson discussed hts concerns regard­ ing the contracts. Bujak dis­ cussed his concern that Bravata k a business owner m the area of this contract, and he asked Bravata to dneuss his conversa­ tion with the attorney regarding conflict of aiterest. Bravata dis­ cussed the conversation he had wah the attorneys. Bujak then discussed his concerns with the motion and the project. Card we I discussed the contracts and the bond issue bewig discussed in the same sentence. She states they are not the same issue. She also discussed the payback of the soft costs. Harrison dis­ cussed not supportmg this issue because of the risk mvolved. Snyder dneussed T&M is paymg for this project and she believes there is no risk to the Township, as the only way there is a pay­ back is if someone connects. Stauffer questioned how the Township subsidized the system. Bravata dneussed the contracts. Moved Bravata. second Snyder to adopt a resolution to approve and authorize execution of sewer system extension agreement with T&M Partners. LLC. Roll call vote. Ayes: Snyder. Cardwell. Bravata. and Stauffer. Nay: Harrison. Bujak and Robertson. MOTION CARRIED. Moved Snyder, second Cardwell to adopt a resolution to approve and authorize execution of waler system extension agreement with T&M Partners, LlC Roll call vote. Ayes: Snyder. Cardwell. Bravata and Stauffer. Nay: Hamson. Bujak. and Robertson. MOTION CARRIED. CONSIDERATION OF CHER­ RY VALLEY PROPERTIES (FORMERLY LEPARD PARK) CONTRACT & SPECIAL ASSESSMENT PROCEED­ INGS: .Attorney White discussed the Resolution Hamson submit­ ted the special assessment dis­ trict to the Board. Moved Bravata. second Stauffer to adopt a resolution to approve and authorize execution of spe­ cial assessment contract; decla­ ration of mtent and determmation to make public rnprovements; de term mation of sufficiency of petitions; approval of plans and estimate the costs; desgnation of special assessment district; preparation and fifing of specn! assessment roB; and notice of public hearings. RoO cal vote. Ayes. Snyder. Cardwel Bravata. Stauffer. Nay: Hamson, Bujak and Robertson MOTION CAR­ RIED. CONSIDERATION OF SPRING VALLEY WATER CON­ TRACT: .Attorney Whae dis­ cussed the contract. Moved Cardwel second Bravata to adopt a re sohi non to approve and authorize execution of water connection fee payment contract wch Sprmg Vs Be y. LLC Rolcal vote: Ayes: Snyder. Cardwel Bravata and Stauffer. Nay: Hamson Bujak and Robertson MOTION CARRIED CONSIDERATION OF BROADVIEW COUNTRY ESTATES WATER CONTRACT: Attorney Whac discussed the contract. Moved Snyder, second Bravata to adopt a resolution to approve and authorize execution Harmon dneussed hs concerns of water connection fee payment w«h hmg an asstsunt. Snyder contract wch Broadvew Estates, discussed the Clerk's toe Rol cal vote Ayes: Snyder. Department hours being Cardwel Bravata and Stauffer. increased and helpmg tn the Nay: Harrison. Bujak and Assessmg Department n becomRobertson MOTION CARRIED. mg very difficult. Robertson CONSIDERATION OF questioned Stob wortung more OPPENHUIZEN SEWER & hours Harmon would like to WATER CONTRACTS: Attorney have Ebine work 10 hours a Whae discussed the contract. week. Bravata discussed hn Moved Snyder, second Bravata opwio>n* Moved Cardwel sec­ to adopt a resolution to approve ond Snyder to approve a safety and authorize execution of sewer mcrease and nejeased 4 hours connection fee payment contract wch Ctearvew Investments. Rol a week. Etame 10 hours a week. De 10 hours a week. wth a call vote. Ayes: Snyder. review of the situation m 3 Cardwel Bravata and Stauffer months Ayes: Al MOTION Nav: Harrison, Bujak and CARRIED Robertson MOTION CARRIED. CABLE DISCUSSION: Moved Bravata. second Stauffer CardweB dneussed the Cable to adopt a resolution to approve and the motion that was made at and authorize execution of water the fest meeting, the mnsmg connection fee payment contract wMh Clearview Investments RoB tape from the fest meeting, and the movmg of the cable equgicall vote. Ayes: Snyder. ment. Robertson dneussed the Cardwel Bravata and Stauffer mourn made at the fest meeting, Nay: Hamson. Bujak and and the need for the Cable Robertson MOTION CARRIED equipment to be moved out of BOND RESOLUTION FOR the basement of the Ibwnshp SALE OF BONDS: Moved Hall. Dscussion was held Snyder, second Stauffer to adopt regardmg where the cable a resolution to authorize should be moved to. The Viltage Ksuancc of capital unprovemenl offered to aBow the cable to be bonds Attorney White discussed place d in a room m the Vtftage the contract. CardweB discussed office Tom Apol dneussed how the reasons for not supportmg the cable works Harmon dn­ the bonds. Discussion was hekL Robertson discussed his con­ eussed a Cable .Authonty and he would ask the Board to cons ale r cerns. Bujak dneussed the refer­ the transtton Bujak requested endum Moved Bravata. second that Ibm Apol draw a plan of Stauffer to table the Mem Ayes: what type of space he would All MOTION DENIED. need m order to store and work AUTHORIZE OFFICIAL the equpment REQUEST OF CONTRACT LITTLE LAMBS LEASE EXTENSION WITH CALEDO­ CardweB dneussed the motion NIA EXCAVATING: Moved made at the fest meeting and the Hamson. second Cardwell to table Ayes All MOTION CAR­ lbwnship not approvmg a S-year lease. She also dbcussed Bryan RIED. AUTHORIZE ACQUISITION mnstatmg the motion and M not OF EASEMENT FOR BOND matchmg what the motion was. A llttie Lambs representative db­ ISSUE PROJECTS: Moved cussed the lease and asked sev­ Hamson. second Bravata to table Ayes All MOTION CAR­ eral quesuin* Bravata dtacussed hn thoughts. Bujak dis­ RIED CONSIDERATION OF CON­ cussed hn concerns regarding TRACT FOR EASEMENT the repairs Robertson discussed the land that the buildmg sits on ACQUISITION FOR 100TH bcxig valuable Moved Cardwel STREET PROJECTS: Moved second Bravata to extend the old Snyder, second Bravata to table Ayes: All MOTION CARRIED. lease fora period of nine months and the Townshp woukl make DISCUSSION OFFICERS the necessary repairs to the roof COMPENSATION REPORT: Hamson discussed the recom­ and Little Lambs would make the needed repairs to correct the mendation. Moved Harrison, code violations Ayes: Cardwel second Bujak to reject the Officer’s Compensation's recom­ Bravata. and Stauffer. Nay: Harmon, Bujak and Robertson mendations for Supervisor. Ayes: SUPERVISOR DECLARED AU. MOTION CARRIED. MOTION CARRIED CardweB discussed the recom­ BOARD COMMENTS: mendation and thanked the com­ Bravata discussed the purchase mittee. Stauffer questioned the of a new fire station and a nia si­ rejection in whole or in part. te nance/fire fighter position Moved Harrison, second Stauffer Harmon questioned the effect on to approve the recommendation General Fund in regards to the for the trustees. Ayes: Hamson, Utilities. He then commented on Snyder, Cardwel Bravata. Bujuk the money not being available for and Robertson. Nay: Stauffer other projects Robertson agreed MOTION CARRIED Moved wah Hamson. and he discussed Stauffer, second Bravata to sup­ the payback to General Fund. port the recommendation for Clerk and Treasurer. Ayes: PUBLIC COMMENT Harrison, Snyder. Bravata, (EXTENDED - UP TO 5 MIN­ Bujak. Robertson and Stauffer. UTES): Don OppenhutZen dHMOTION CARRIED. cussed hb thoughts regardmg FIRE DEPARTMENT INSUR­ water and sewer. He discussed ANCE: Bravata discussed the his contnbutam to the community insurance for the Fire and his support of the communF Department Hn concern n that ty. Km Apol dbcussed the the Township does not hold changmg of the locks and her enough nsurance at thn lane duappomtment. CardweB apotoMoved Harrison, second Stauffer gtZed for oflendng Tom Snyder lo approve continuation of the commented on her support of current plan and request that the Cardwell Biff .McSeiltey dnPubhc Safety Advisory cussed Robert's Rules of Orders Commnee take a took at the and ha d«appomtment. Bravata plan Aye* Al MOTION CAR­ responded Bill Hrsch dbcussed RIED preservng the Good Farm and HEALTH INSURANCE DIS­ his disappointment with the CUSSION: Snyder discussed Board for not takmg action on the increase in premums in thb aem tonight Robertson health assurance. Moved resjxmded Hamson responded. Bravata. second Hamson lo Kristie Cook of Latte lambs eslabish a comminee, to nctode Preschool dneussed the tease Staufcr, Snyder, and Bravata lo Amy Shepard discussed the research the current phn Ayes: tease and her disappontment. All MOTION CARRIED and her confusion of the ASSESSOR REQUEST FOR process. SUPPORT: .Assessor laun Slob ADJOURNMENT: Moved dneussed the need for an assb­ Harrison, second Bravata to unt. After assessng the »tuaadjourn Aye* Al MOTION tion *he came up wth a recom­ CARRIED. mendation to hre a part tone per­ Patricia Snyder son Cardwel! dneussed the Caledonia Townshgi Clerk chart given by Slob and that n formation atone b enough lo show the need for an assnunt. osewM �Page 18The Sun and News Middleville August 26. 2003 Kinsey Developers, Caledonia Village negotiate new plan by Ruth Zachary Staff Writer Caledonia Village Planning Commissioners worked with developers John and Bob Tol Aug. 21 on a compromise for a devel­ opment by Wesley and Associates to be built between Kinsey and KXWh Street. The developers said if rezoned for R-2. a subse­ quent rczoning to an open space Planned Unit Development (PCD) would be requested. If the development is approved after negotiations, which are to continue in September. the project would begin m about nine months, planned for four or five phases from the north to the south. The developers have already spent thousands of dollars trying to make plan adjustments, but never quite satisfying various requests. A summary of commis­ sion and residents’ concerns was presented to the Tols. who said they could adjust their proposal to deal with most of the points asked for. The most contentious point was addressed last, which identified traffic ami streets as inadequate to sup­ port development at this time, the reason for a com­ mission recommendation to the council to deny the rezomng from Agricultural to R-2. The Tols eliminated the reasoning for that barrier by offering to put $200,000 toward paving, signaling, sidewalks or intersection improvement, which would be up to the village to decide how to spend. This came after Bill McNeilly men­ tioned a township request for a developer to put $50,000 into escrow for signal and intersection improvements, and asked if the Tols might do the same, and the offer was made. This contribution would still depend on whether the other issues can be met to village official's satisfaction, and whether it can be done while still allowing the den­ sity needed by the developer to promise a profitable out­ come. The Tols said they would try to come back with a plan that would try to incorporate the various requests, or at least some compromise toward the result requested. The next work meeting is to come in about three weeks. Village citizens and com­ missioners had asked for: • Preservation of natural features, such as leaving the existing pond on the proper­ ty. tree lines, and to avoid denuding the natural con­ tours. DEQ evaluation of the pond was asked for. Planner Mark Sisson said neighbors wanted changes that would not impact their properties, such preventing The Tols said they would try to come back with a plan that would try to incorporate the various requests, or at least some compromise toward the result requested. The next work meet­ ing is to come in about three weeks. storm water runoff from raised terrain next to their homes. Sloping the land to back yard detention basins at the edge of the development, with walk out doorways from some homes was sug­ gested by the developers. • Open space is to be designed to be accessible by development residents. Attorney Jim Brown staled. This would be achieved by giving it a social emphasis like a village square or a Without official Public Notice playground or central com­ mon park area. Playground space near the school was thought to be a possibility. Some open space also would need to help the development harmonize with the surrounding homes by transition and buffering, including keeping the estab­ lished tree lines, for instance. A balance would be needed, both Chairman Scott Williamson and Sisson said. Commissioner Sharon Mortenson said knowing if the commission wanted more space on the penmeter or more in central areas was important for the developer to begin planning. Whether to put housing near the pond or to use it as a park feature was considered, but was not fully decided. • Lot sizes and home designs that would harmo­ nize with the historic charac­ ter of the village. Mortenson had taken pho­ tographs in Mason Run Development in Monroe. The houses were very nice, would have a village charac­ ter. but surprisingly were spaced quite close together. The appealing neighborhood resulted from five different floor plans placed at differ­ ent elevations, she said. The builders thought they could build homes to blend with village character or even add a historic flavor to preserve the atmosphere sur­ rounding the Kinsey historic landmark home. They were willing to research Caledonia history in their process. The Tols were willing to list other developments., or even charter a bus and, lake officials to model loca&Mte. • Less housing density and larger homes were suggested for the south part of the par­ cel, and greater density and smaller homes were suggest­ ed to the north. Various setback distances were discussed, w ith options suggested for changing lot configuration, and homes lined on one side of a street instead of two. Sisson said there might be adjustments of a 64 feet of lot w idth. and 20 foot side yard, or other alternatives. Commissioner Steve Gilbert said the fire department wants more of a side yard. Initially a housing density of about 3.45 units per acre, a total of 116 single family homes and 24 two family condo units w as planned but more recently was adjusted to eliminate the condo units, keeping 116 single family units. The developer would like to keep this density, while still finding ways to take up other concerns. Reducing densities next to pre-existing homes was sug­ gested. This could affect 35 home sites, it was noted. The small homes were expected to appeal to younger families and empty nesters. the developer sug­ gested. Sisson said the density was a function of the remain­ der after the transitions and other requests had been addressed. • Different street widths Sisson said he would try to see if a 60-foot right of way could he arranged instead of 66 feet to result in a net gain in space in the development. He also said there might more flexibility for space without the cul-de-sacs. On the other hand, asphalt streets could be 26 feet wide rather than 24 to meet DPW maintenance needs and fire department standards. The DPW also prefers gutters to valleys for winter plowing. • Planning Commissioners reconsidered a previous ------------------------------------------------------- published in your newspaper, request to have the develop­ ment access off Kinsey Street, and agreed to include 100th Street access, to allow as much traffic as possible to move south rather than toward Kraft and the light on Main and M-37. Some traffic concerns might also be alleviated by installation of a four way stop at one intersection, a bus turn out to pick up school children, etc., com­ missioners said. Working out a compromise street improvement project between several par­ ties; developers, the village, township, county and MIX)T would require a specif­ ic plan, Williamson said. Sisson urges! the commis­ sioners to get started on it with a subcommittee, and Gilbert and McNeilly volun­ teered to work on a village committee to that end. Resources to consult included John Rice of the KCRC. Village Manager Sandy Ayers, Engineer Wilcox Associates, and Trustee Nick Unger. • Utilities are available and the developer will pay to have them connected. Underground wires were asked for. both inside and outside of the project. Call 945-9554 anytime to place your Sun & News ACTION-Ad & reach over 11,000 area homes! Introducing... Ed's New Complete Auto & Truck Glass Service! , this may be all the information you get. Quality ' iWrAuto Glass Quality Service at an affordable pric± Mobile Service Direct Insurance Currently and historically, it is the responsibility of government to publish public and legal notices here in Michigan's newspapers. Facts concerning court actions. go\ eminent bids, zoning changes, tax increases, and legislative proposals are all published here. In fact, it’s the law serving your right to know; assuring that you are informed of exents and important information affecting your life and community'. Public Notices m Newspapers. 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Fire Chief Bnan Bennett approved certain revisions, including relocation of one hydrant to the southeast cor­ ner of the building, and another to another side of the building, accessible by a gravel fire lane. Bennett said hydrants need to be well dis­ tributed. but placed so any part of the buildings may be reached with 500 feet of fire hose. Achieving this often requires changes to the origi­ nal plans because the structur­ al dimensions and layout of large industrial buildings is often not known in advance. Wilcox Engineering had asked for a sampling manhole to the sanitary lateral line in the front of the building that was added. Parking require­ ments now are shown on the plans for 50 parking spaces, to accommodate the maxi­ mum employees present at the largest work shift and eliminating parking in the loading dock areas. The Planning Commission, also on Aug. 18, recommend­ ed rezoning of agricultural property to R-2, medium den­ sity. single family. The prop­ erty is west off Duncan Lake Avenue and south of 100th Street, was requested by Larry Stauffer, and represent­ ed by Ron VanSingel. Van Singel said lots were based on an average which included wetlands on the 37.5 acres, leaving room on the upland areas for about eight or fewer parcels. The proper­ ty is more than 10 feet above the water levels in the marsh. The DEQ must approve dis­ tances from the wetlands. With no public utilities. MDR districts allow lots of about one acre and 150 feet of road frontage. Lots must perk for septic systems and have isolation distances for wells, and from wetlands, meeting approval of the health depart­ ment. Planner Dave Zylstra said irregular lots on a cul-de-sac must meet the frontage requirement at the building setback line. One house, which will be tom down, is located on the property. The public hearing require­ ment has been met. with no comments. Final approval of rezoning must be given by the Township Board. Planning commissioners will review the private drive in the future, but not the lots, which will be approved by the township assessor. Resident Peg Cramer, speaking for neighbors near a proposed Barber l^ike devel opment, requested special care be taken by the Planning Commission when working with the developer so that the fragile lake would be protect­ ed. She said the DEQ. the DNR and the West Michigan Conservancy had been called, asking for an assessment of the wetlands 10 feet out at the water s edge and of species identification in the lake. She said the lake had been dredged in the 1920s and had never fully recovered. Planning Commission Chairman Archie Warner said the commission was already asking for limited access to the lake by residents in the proposed development. The planning is only in the prelim­ inary stages. Commissioner Wally Bujak reported on three town­ ship board matters affecting the planning commission: • Fairbanks Estates planned on properly owned by Calvin Kooiker off Alaska Avenue has been delayed for a public hearing and DEQ evaluation of wetlands on the parcel. Pine Edge residents had requested the hearing. Bujak said no township officials had received a notice of the request for a hearing from the DEQ. believing such notice would be appropriate. He asked Zylstra to find out the reasons. Bujak said streams and wetlands may be involved in areas of planned construction. Residents claim there are many more wetlands on the property than the developer indicates on plans. Warner said he had walked the property, which was very hilly and did have a signifi­ cant amount of wetlands. He said, "It's important that if identified, who is going to watch dog this to make sure MOM 0 D all the protections are in place for that property?" The residents apparently believe the Planning Commission would do this, but the commission is not an enforcement body. Generally the DEQ has jurisdiction over ail streams and any wetlands over five acres or within a certain dis­ tance from stream or a lake or wetlands of over five acres. Filling is not allowed in such cases, or requires mitigation where it is done. The stormwater ordinance may also have impacts on the development. Bujak said he would like commissioners to visit the site to verify existing streams and wetlands, but no signature allowing a site visit had been signed. He said comments by com­ missioners within 20 days of the hearing could affect the evaluation. No dates have been set so far. • The Township Board had approved a rezoning request by Burke Thompson, recom­ mended for denial by the Planning Commission because of poor road condi­ tions on 68th Street. The rea­ son was that Thompson had since agreed to pay for a turn­ ing lane and improvements to 68th Street. An e-mail from Township Trustee Richard Robertson said a discrepancy over the assessment basis for property owned by Burke Thompson had been uncovered. The pre­ vious owner had convinced the utilities department to assess the property for only one unit, since he believed only one acre on the parcel was buildable. Thompson who purchased the hilly property plans to build 30 apartment units in two structures on less than five acres, to be supplied by­ public utilities. The discrep­ ancy lies between the earlier one acre assessment and a 30unit potential, claimed by Thompson. Some wondered whether the one acre assessment did not verify the parcel was only suited to one unit, rather than 30. Bujak cautioned commis­ sioners to be very watchful at the time of the site plan review. • Certain capital improve­ ment projects involving a bond issue will be dealt with at the Township Board meet­ ing. Bujak said. GETALLTHE NEWS OF BARRY COUNTY! Subscribe to the Hastings Banner. 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Danielle Breihof, Amanda Jandahl, and coach Andrea Schloop. by Brett Bremer Sports Editor The Fighting Scot varsity girls- basketball team will be an experienced one in coach Angie Stauffer’s second sea­ son at Caledonia. The Scots will be led by a foursome of seniors who saw a lot of action last year. Senior guard/forward Julie Slot, one of the best players in the area who at times last year was the Caledonia offense returns for her final season. Also returning are senior center Mindy Bode, senior forward/guard Shelby King, and senior guard Emily Desy. Gtxxi team speed and the experience of these four young ladies will be the strengths of this Scot squad and allow it to compete in the Gold, said Stauffer. Junior point guard Katie Leatherman will need to help the team control its turnovers if the Scots are to contend. Even then it would be tough. State Bank of Caledonia Fresh Start Cafe 627 E. 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Seniors Abe Mulvihill and Chris Leatherman have both been on the varsity since ninth grade, and senior Loren Crandell since he was a soph­ omore. Also looking to be in the mix this season for the Scots are sophomore Isaac Mulvihill and junior Kurt Rabley. “Our kids worked very hard this summer.” said Wagner. The Scots never won an OK Gold title, and this new edi­ tion of the Gold won’t be any easier. Wagner said he expects South Christian and Wyoming Park to be right up there at the top of the confer­ ence. along with the Scots and Middleville. The Scots will be at the East Grand Rapids Tri. with Catholic Central tonight, then visit Wyoming Park on Wednesday this week. Wagner says the team is already looking ahead to a September 10 trip to face off against South Christian. “We’re expecting a great season," said Wagner. Rainbow's End Seif of Caledonia Edward Jones Yarn, Crafts & Variety 1/2 Off Card Shop Caledonia Village Center 632 E. Main St., Caledonia Drew McFadden 9030 N. 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M 43 Hwy Hastings 945-9105 9980 Cherry Valley Caledonia 891-0303 1 block north of 7105 Kraft Ave., SE, Caledonia 100th street in Caledonia 554-0311 891-2908 Christopher J. Hier D.D.S. 9505 Cherry Valley Caledonia 9954 Cherry Valley, Caledonia 891-1272 �The Sun and News. Middlevilte, August 26/ Page 21 2003 FallSponts Previews Scots want to have same impression in new league The 2003 Caledonia varsity boys’ cross country team. Team members are (front from left) Drew O Malley, Justin Maxim, Caleb Moorhead. Joseph Favreau, Nick Jones, (middle) Micheal Schmidtke. Travis Sutter. John Goebel. Brian Wilder. Daniel Murphy, coach Ben Thompson, (back) Thomas Wynsma. Aaron Engelbert. David Villerot. Edward VanHouten, Kirk Post. Frank D Amico. Caledonia varsity cross country coach Ellen Wilcox says she isn’t worried that her girls’ team finished third on Thursday at East Grand Rapids. Tricia Miedema, returning for her senior season, fin­ ished fourth in 21:57 in the sweltering heat. Miedema is an outstanding leader for this team, and Wilcox is just hop­ ing to get some speed work done with her top runner before they get too far into the season. Sophomores Kendra Ross and Brandi Victory finished third and fourth in the Scots line up Thursday. Ross was seventh overall at EGR in 22:39. and Victory finished in 24:16. Senior Stefanie Maxim finished just behind Victory in 24:18. “We have some depth,” said Wilcox, “just maybe not as much as last year. Sara Krips and Nicole Muuse are trying to keep up with the pack, and they’ll get a chance to show what they’re made of against Middleville and Lowell this Thursday in Caledonia. The O-K Gold season starts Wednesday Sept. 3 with the O-K Gold grade level invitational. It’ll be everybody’s first chance to see first hand the strength of the competition. “The last two years we won our conference, but now it’s a different conference. It’ll be a challenge to do that in this league. It's gonna be tough, especially with what Wayland’s doing already,” said Wilcox. “Middleville always comes up with some­ thing.” Caledonia Boys The Scot boys finished fifth out of five teams at the EGR meet last Thursday, but Wilcox liked what she saw from her boys in their first meet. The 2003 Caledonia varsity girls’ cross country team. Team members are (front from left) Katie Hekman, Brittany Jacques. Julie Wicks, (middle) Kendra Ross. Kendal Parbel, Rachel Soper, Stefanie Maxim, (back) coach Ellen Wilcox. Tricia Miedema. Sara Krips. Josephine Oblinger. (Missing from photo are Brandi Victory and Nicole Muuse.) Junior Kirk Post led the Scots with a 19:10, ahead of a pair of Scot sophomores. Drew O’Malley finished in 19:23, and John Goebel crossed the line in 19:54. Senior Frank D’Amico, who’s running cross country for the first time finished fourth for the Scots. “He (D’Amico) hadn’t run before, but he did well. He came on kind of late and did well in the timed miles and in this meet,” said Wilcox. Wilcox said she liked how the guys ran together, it was just that their team doesn't have an outstanding, really fast runner like other teams that were there. “I think South Christian, they can be competitive with as they improve,” said Wilcox. Wilcox is getting help with the boys’ team this fail from Andrew Schupp and Ben Thompson. “Ben is out of the Soderman camp," said Wilcox. “He’s got a real future with Caledonia run­ ning. He’s a real asset.” Schupp did a lot of work this summer making sure the guys got their miles in. Scot soccer splits pair at EGR without a goal scored The Caledonia varsity boys’ soccer squad chal­ lenged for the O-K Gold title a year ago before bowing out at the end of the season due to a goal scoring drought. The Scots defense was solid, but much of the year they had to work hard to get the ball in the net them­ selves. Scot coach Brian Broekhuizen said it could be much the same tune for the his team this season “We don't have a lot of goal scorers. We have to find the right combinations and be as creative as possible to score.” Caledonia will be led by a solid midfield, which includes returning seniors Kyle Peacy and James Cooley, as well as junior Trent VanHaitsma. Broekhuizen says that up front, he likes the hustle of senior forward Andrew Cromer. “He’s a real hustler. He gets to a lot of loose balls, because he’s always mov­ ing.” The defense will also be strong once again, led by strong tackling senior sweep­ er Ryan Rogers, who is one of three returnees along the back line. “We want to win the con­ ference.” said Broekhuizen. Il’s been four years since the Scot soccer program won a league crown and the players are getting hungry. It won’t be easy in the new O-K Gold. Broekhuizen said he sees Holland Christian and South Christian as being top con­ tenders in the league, and he’s also got his eye on Hastings, who he says is an improving team. The Scots opened their season on Friday at the East Grand Rapids Quad Caledonia topped East 4-3 in a shoot out. after the two teams played through regula­ tion to a 0-0 tie. “The defense just kept us in there.” said Broekhuizen. The Scots follow ed that up w ith a 4-0 loss to a tough Reach over 11,000 area homes with an ad in the Sun & News. Call 945-9554 to place your ad today. Grand Rapids Christian team in the quad final. “We played well,” said Broekhuizen of the teams first action of the season. “It was a good show, but I’d like to see a goal or two.” The 2003 Caledonia varsity boys soccer team Team members are (front from left) Jon Kraft, Haans Palma, Victor Sisung, Ryan Workman, Mike Gless, (middle) Kyle Peacy, David Palma, Trent VanHaitsma, Andrew Schachermeyer. Sean Morgan, Jake Casto, Jake Ebbens, (back) Ryan Rogers, Phillip Gorgas, Mark Ward, Goran Purkovic, Chad Porritt, Andrew Cromer, Kyle Crawford, and coach Brian Broekhuizen. �Page 22/The Sun and News. Mtddlevilfe. August 26. 2003 Scots want to be a football team of one Team is the number one thing being stressed this year by head coach Tom Bumll and the rest of the Fighting Scot varsity football team. The team spent the first three days of practice this fall together at camp Timber working on becoming a team of one. playing together, and learning to trust each other. Burrill said, “there is a sense of urgency amongst the players to be more suc­ cessful on the field this year. This team is wanting to win. and they're liking each other.” Caledonia is expecting good things from its defense, but needs the offense to hold up its end of the deal. The team is staying away from individual names in an effort to enforce the team concept, but the linebackers will be a positive for the Scots, as will the front line, which will average about 225 lbs across the board. Burrill also says that he can see the quarterback posi­ tion being a positive for the team. A young offensive line might determine just how well the Scots’ quarterback can play. “We moved the ball well last year, we just turned it over. We need to do a better job of protecting the football The 2003 Caledonia varsity football team Team members are (front from left) Jordan Trudeau. AJ Coleman, Josh Vetting, Kyle Klyn, Chris Robinson. Trent VanHartsma. Angel Castillo. Trey Jones. Jeremy Dysard, Aaron Jansma. Mike Mesecar, Dennis Kohl. Whitney Wesenberg, head coach Tom Burrill, (middle) coach Tom Oster, Tyler Ybema, Dan Douma, Nick Neely, Mike Vetting, Jim Lobbezoo, Nick Simon. Chad Sevensma, Nick McCreary, Steve Jousma, Doug Burch, Steve Gillard, Tom Daniels, coach Ralph Fahner, (back) coach Daryl Bronkema. coach Pat Gillies. Aaron McBride, Ryan Frisbie. Brian Derks, Dennis Snyder, Ben Wisner. Joe Kucharski. Brad Laninga, Zach Larson. Michael Boy. Ed Kucharski, Davbe Lucas. Mike Morgan. Chad Frisbie, Matt Harp, and coach Steve Uyl. when we have it.” said Burrill. "We believe we can be as good as any team in the league.” said Burrill. The coach said that if his team plays passionate foot­ ball tl«ey can keep up with the likes of Middleville. Byron Center, and South Christian. “Middleville is the best team on paper,” said Burrill. “South Christian’s always good, they just reload. Wayland’s got their back­ field coming back, they lost their quarterback. Byron Center is a great program. Anything could happen any week. It's gonna be a dog fight every week." The Scots start the season this Thursday with a trip to Alma, then jump into the Gold schedule the following week with a tnp to Wyoming Park Caledonia’s home opener will be Friday, September 12, when the Scots host the Byron Center Bulldogs. Providing spirit for the Scots The 2003 Caledonia varsity cheerleaders Team members are (front from left) Jamie Basarabski Shannon Lenartz. Holly Jacques, Heather Rogers, Ashley Higgins, (middle) Kelly VanStckle, Leslee Haisma, Nikki Hilton. Shannon Pteva, Kailey McKenzie, Molly Monger, (back) coach Nellie Schutte, Lauren Penfold. Leanne Cradrt, Sarah Fifer, Janay Senneker. Rachel Nemmers. and coach Lindsay Stoetzel Reach over 11,000 area homes with an ad in the Sun & News. Call 945-9554 to place your ad today. All four singles players second at Caledonia Invite The 2003 Caledonia varsity girls’ tennis team. Team members are (front from left) Amy Nerz, Brianna Hormel, (middle) Marie Couretas, Ali Stearns, Carissa VanLoon, Jessica Mariano, (back) coach Mike Wilson, Amy Steinbach, Sylvia Radzikowski, Carly Farver, Erica Donnell, Amy Modreske, and Amanda Maichele The singles have been strong so far for the Fighting Scot varsity girls’ tennis team. Carly Farver and Sylvia Radzikowski have been bat­ tling it out for the first singles spot. Farver has the spot right now. but Radzikowski worked hard over the sum mer, said Caledonia coach Mike Wilson, and she’ll con­ tend for the spot Radzikowski played first sin­ gles on the IV last season, while Farver was an all O-K Gold performer at second sin­ gles. Allie Stems has earned the third singles position. All four Scot singles play­ ers took second place at this weekend’s Caledonia Ins national. Brianna Hormel is another new varsity player who’s found a spot on the squad She took lessons as a young­ ster, but then turned her atten­ tion to basketball. She’s set­ tling in at first doubles with Carissa VanLoon, who played second doubles a year ago VanLoon and Hormel took the top spot this Saturday at the Caledonia Invitational. If the third and fourth dou­ bles teams can catch on quickly, Wilson sees good things for this team. “We hope to be in the lop three in the league, and be competitive in every match.” Things won’t be easy in the O-K Gold this fall. "Holland Christian comes to the league with a strong tra­ dition, and South Christian is always lough. TK and Byron Center have been strong in the past . ” Wilson said he likes the way the new league puts together programs with the same type of kids. “It’s a good league. Whichever team progresses the quickest will be first in the league.” The Scots finished third Saturday at their own mvite. East Kentwood won the tournament with 18 points, ahead of Hudsonville with 16, and Caledonia with 14. Creston finished without a win. Amy Narz, plays fourth singles for the Scots. After falling behind 4-0 to Hudsonville she came back to lake a 7-5 victory, then took the second set 6-4 to finish second, like the rest of the Scot singles players. “I’m happy with how the team is progressing,” said Wilson. �The Sun and News. MtdcWevihe. August 2b Page 23 Penfield says team is 'cautiously optimistic’ “This will be a year of many firsts,” says TK varsity football coach Tim Penfield. Not only will the Trojans be playing on the new syn­ thetic turf for the first time, they'll also have five new opponents. TK will still see tradition­ al rivals Wayland and Caledonia, but now they’ll see them in league contests Middleville will become familiar with the other mem­ bers of the new O-K Gold. Hastings. South Christian. Wyoming Park, and Holland Christian very soon. TK also get to contend with an old Blue foe. Byron Center. Il should be a good battle for the top spot in the Gold, and Penfield said he expects Byron Center, South Christian. Wayland, and Middleville all Io be fighting for the lop spot. If young lines on the both sides of the ball leam fast, the Trojans should have a shot of being near the top. “We’re cautiously opn mistic.” said Penfield. The Trojans return an ath­ letic senior class which includes running backs Kyle Farris, Scott Brooks, and Darrin Tape Penfield said he likes his overall team depth, and team speed. That speed starts in the backfield with Brooks and Tape. Josh Eldridge replaces a three-year starter at quarter­ back. but saw some time last season due to injuries. When he’s not looking to hand off to his talented trio of running backs he'll most likely be looking to find seniors, split end Jordan Hartley and tight end Mark Rolison or juniors, split end David Finkbeiner and tight end Andrew Reeder. Matt Potter and Andrew Reeder will be the senior leaders on the offensive line making holes and protecting Eldridge. In the trenches they’ll be joined by juniors Danny Thompson (G), Joe Wenger (T), and Codie Nieder (T) Nieder. Potter. Wenger. The 2003 Thomapple Kellogg varsity football team. Team members are (front from left) Scott VanderWood. Josh Wolter. Matt Potter. Jordan Hartley, Darrin Tape, Josh Eldridge. Mark Rolison, John Herring, (second row) man ager Dan Hall. Joe Wenger. Layn Welker, Jim Sanford, Adam Loveless. Kyle Farris. Scott Brooks. Andrew Reeder Nate Kyes. Chns Humphrey, Josh Hilton. Kurt Bray, (third row) Jason Tietz. Ray Lilley. Alex Buehler. Mike Gurski. Matt Jackson. Josh Meyering, Jodie Scott. Pat Cisler. Matt Palmer, (back) Danny Thompson. Shawn Gordon. Cliff Tomson. Codie Nieder, Eric Reeder, Dave Finkbeiner. Eddy Landon. Nate LaBine. Jamie Sanford. Martin Holub, and Jake DeVreis. and junior Josh Hilton will try to control the line of scrimmage on the defensive side of the ball. The season opens for TK at Comstock this Thursday, then the Trojans visit Holland Christian next Friday, before the opening game on the new turf. That home opener is September 12 against Hastings, New dive team should help Trojan ladies in the pool rhe Thomapple Kellogg swimming returned to action last fall, and this year the team has added another piece of the puzzle. Joe Pellerito has joined the team as a diving coach, and so far the team has recruited five divers. Last year, the team went 2-14 without ever scoring a diving point. Senior captains Megan McGillicuddy and Jessica Julius are back to lead a group of 26 athletes this fall. It is a group that includes six freshmen. Although head coach Pete Beaudoin knows that this is “still a young swimming pro­ gram,” some strengths are beginning to emerge. Beaudoin said the team should be strong in the dis­ tance events, as well as in the 50-meter freestyle and the CREEKSIDE GROWERS JUST OFF M-37 10197 GARBOW RD. MIDDLEVILLE 795-7674 INSURANCE FIRST 497 ARLINGTON MIDDLEVILLE 100-meter breast stroke. The Trojan swimmers kick off the season with a match up against one of the toughest teams in the league, Ottawa Hills. The Indians host TK on Tuesday September 2. Beaudoin said he sees Byron Center and Calvin Christian as the other teams to beat at the top of the league. FARM BUREAU LYNN DENTON AGENCY 4695 MIDDLEVILLE RD. MIDDLEVILLE 795-1670 KCC FEHSENFELD CENTER 2950 W. M-179. HAS1INGS The 2003 Thornapple Kellogg varsity swim team. Team members are (front from left) captain Megan McGillicuddy, Jamie VanDongen, Chelsea Strumberger, Jasmine Brown, Elizabeth Beaudoin, Amy Tinker, (middle row) Alicia Buchanan, Taylor Sensiba, Leah VanHauten, Hillary Welton, Rachel Steorts, Kayla Russel, Tessa Kamp, Amber VandenMeer, (back) Sunday Matusek, Heidi Warner, Alexa McClain, Wenonah Rabbers, Tuesday Howell, captain Jessica Julius, and Karla Mellen (Missing from photo are Tracy Lintz, Nicole Crisher, Emily Nyland, and Alison Sager) BRUCE'S FRAME & ALIGNMENT 415 2ND ST. MIDDLEVILLE 795-9596 GAVIN CHEVROLET • BUICK PONTIAC • GEO 938 MIDDLEVILLE RD. MIDDLEVILLE MIDDLE VILLA INN PHIL'S PIZZERIA 4611 N. MIDDLEVILLE RD. MIDDLEVILLE 120 E. MAIN MIDDLEVILLE 795-3640 795-7844 WESTEN'S CARPET TIRES 2000 210 E. MAIN MIDDLEVILLE 500 ARLINGTON ST. MIDDLEVILLE 795-3302 948-9500 795-3318 795-3000 795-3550 STATE FARM INS. CO. WEST Ml. FIREPLACE & HEARTH CHERRY VALLEY GREENHOUSE Miller SUN & NEWS 401 S. BROADR AY. MIDDLEVILLE 6900 N. M-37 HWY. MIDDLEVILLE 795-3536 795-8811 LOn LEFANTY AGENT 403 W. MAIN. MIDDLEVILLE 795-7925 or 248-0932 REAL ESTATE 1351 N. M-43 HWY. HASTINGS 945-9554 �Four return from Trojans’ undefeated dual meet team ence players returning from last year’s squad that went 14-0. First team al I-conference players are seniors Chase VandenBerg. Josh Enyart. and Brett Knight. Levi Harold, a solid addition to the line up. will be the other starting senior. Junior Nick Roush could also be in the mix before the end of the season. The Trojans have eight juniors, who had good JV seasons a year ago. working to get their way onto the var­ sity team. “With this number of players playing off for only Yea'. The © Kids are back © Ln School'. $ © s s A solid foundation of sen­ iors makes up this year’s var­ sity Trojan boys’ golf team. “The starting four players should be set and we will need help from some of our juniors to fill in the remain­ ing two spots.” said coach Tom Fletke. There arc three all-confer­ A @ 01 Ford F250SD 4x4 51 I 2 $ 4 $ A $ © © S V Pawmtroke dtnel. auto . air *20,995 00 Chevy 5/4 T Ext Cab J l 51 4x4 6 0 V S. auto *15,995 © 00 Chevy Cavalier 4 door, auto., air. 33K miles *6,995 S____ > 00 Chevy 1/2 Ton 4x4 01 Chev 3/4 T Silverado LS 4x4. ext cab. 6.0 V-8 I *21,995 00 Chev 1/2 T Cargo Van V-6, auto , air V-6, auto . air, CD *10,995 MM VM MV M| M^ M C AV IN • $ © two spots, the competition should help to motivate them to bring their game up to the next level." said Fletke. This will be a very inter­ esting season with the changes to the O-K Gold. There should be many teams in the hunt for the conference crown. "Caledonia and South Christian would have to be the two favorites going into the new season," said Fletke. “On any given day. any team in the league could win.” If the TK golfers hope to win the conference champi­ onship they will need to be both mentally anti physically prepared for each league dual meet they play in Boys’ soccer still learning which way ball bounces U A $ © © The 2003 Thornapple Kellogg varsity boys’ soccer team. Team members are (front from left) Edwin Cubas, Troy Rock, Micheal McKeown, Carl Frey. Marco Sanchez, Corey Gilbert, Alex Chavez, Kalani Garber, Chad Brice, Phil Vansponsen, (back) Chevrolet • Buick • Pontiac Coach Todd McCrumb, Ryan Fletke, Joe Fromm, Joe Vansponsen, Corey McClain, Casey Aubil, Ryan Weesie, Dayne Fletke, Mark Mejeur, Bobby Hebert, Jared Smith, Josh Bowerman, and assistant coach Heath Buggs. (Missing from photo is Brandon NoOft Uhldletllt< frvm l/it/J/t i t//.i •*«7oSo’ Field.) by Brett Bremer healthy at the end of the sea son will win the league.” Sports Editor Some of the other top The Trojan varsity soccer team has moved off of the teams in the league include 500 ARLINGTON ST. (M-37) MIDDLEVILLE Eric DeGroot field and into Holland Christian, South Bob White Stadium for this Christian, and Caledonia. Good leadership from a season. In fact the TK kick­ ers will get the chance to good group of seniors will christen the new field tonight help the Trojans battle near R show* the top of the standings. against Godwin. Va/vofine •*>*«>»’’ Senior defenders Carl Frey Second year head coach Todd McCrumb says that and Phil Vanspronsen return one of the keys to the season to anchor the Trojan back­ will be how well his tram field, while seniors Marco can adjust to playing on the Sanchez and Joe new field turf. One the Vanspronsen return to the Complete Auto Care Specialist Trojans are used to the sur­ midfield for TK. face, they should have quite a A pair of junior forwards COMPUTERIZED : home field advantage. will lead the offensive attack 4 WHEEL Last year in the O K Blue for TK, Jared Smith and the Trojans finished as the Edwin Cubas i FRONT & REAR ALIGNMENT conference champs with a The top additions to the : BRAKES WTH 15-4 record. McCrumb said squad include defenders he thinks that the race this Troy Rock and Corey i NAPA PREMIUM season in the O-K Gold will Gilbert. On most makes come down to the last man After hosting Godwin, the [F'srl BRAKE PADS & models Trojans are off until a trip to standing. “Which ever team is Hudsonville on September 4. s 795-3318 • 891-8151 1/ J The 2003 Thornapple Kellogg varsity boys’ golf team. Team members are (front from left) coach Tom Fletke, Kurt Batdorff. Dan Jeurink. Josh Enyart. Brandon Wilson, Reed Ebmeyer, Alan Buxton, (back) Brett Knight. Levi Harold. Josh Cisler. Chase VandenBerg. Kyle Funk, and Jeff Chapman. HOMO. © 269-795-3550 SETTIN THE PACE $2000 OFF s2000 OFF SET OF ANY PREMIUM TIRES .W.W.V.'.WA $4999 �The Sun and News. Mtddtevrlle. August 26/ Page 25 oj(o{ / p(o Trojan lady harriers looking forward to challenge of Gold The 2003 Thornapple Kellogg varsity boys' cross country team. Team members are (front from left) Brian Cuneo, Michael Hoskins. Keith Fuleki. Peter Gerritts, Lars Gustafson. Chris Harkness, Alex Robinson, (back) Coach Tammy Benjamin, Andy Dombrowski, Chris Jansens, Mike Berryman. Mike Rhoby, Matt Miller, Lance VanPutten. and Jonathon Higgins After five consecutive championships in the O-K Blue, the Trojan varsity girls’ cross country team will have bigger hills to climb this fall The Gold will have two conference champions from a year ago in Middleville and Caledonia along with inde­ pendent powerhouse Holland Christian. Coach Tammy Benjamin, in her 11th season leading the Trojans, says the team plans “to continue winning in the new league.” The top returning athletes for TK include Senior all­ stater Jessica Stortz. All-con­ ference and state qualifier sophomore Chaney Robinson, two-time al I-con­ ference juniors Kaleigh Page and Natalie Hoag, all confer­ ence senior Aubrey Raymond, and sophomore Kersta Gustafson. Freshman Rebecca Winchester will also add speed to the top seven. “This league for girls cross country could be one of the strongest in the state (Wayland and South Christian should be good, too), and we are looking for­ ward to the challenge of more powerful teams,” said Benjamin. Middleville Boys Top returning athletes for the boys' team include sen­ iors Chris Harkness, Alex Robinson. Lars Gustafson, Keith Fuleki. and sophomore Matt Miller. Newcomers who should Major rebuilding plans this fall for TK girls’ tennis team The 2003 Thornapple Kellogg varsity girls’ cross country team Team members are (front from left) Jayne Kennicott. Natalie Hoag. Kelli Zoet. Kerne Schultz. Sarah Hawkins, Rebecca Winchester, (back) Coach Tammy Benjamin, Emily Ouisenberry. Kersta Gustafson. Aubrey Raymond. Jessika Reil. Kehiah Turnes. Chaney Robinson, and Bethany Kitzrow. help with the scoring include senior Brian Cuneo and jun­ ior Andy Dombrowski. The team finished 3rd in the O-K Blue last season. “The Gold has some very good talent in Holland Christian. South Christian. as well as our neighbors Wayland and Caledonia. We re hoping for a finish in the top half of the league.” said Benjamin. The Trojans opened at the Wayland Invitational Saturday, and will host their Have a ( Printing Need? own 30 team TK Invitational at Gun Lake on September 8. League competition begins on September 17 at Johnson Park. TK runs against Caledonia and Lowell this Thursday in Caledonia. Graphics 1351 N. M-43 Hwy. P.O. Box ISM Hastings, Ml 4905M-0ISM We Have a Colorful Solution... Whether your printing needs are complex color brochures or simple black and white forms, let J-ad Graphics design, print and deliver quality printed materials you'll be proud of. Complete design, printing and bindery facilities in-house to handle all of your printing needs no matter how large or small. Call one of our Printing Specialists today! The 2003 TK varsity girls’ tennis team. Former doubles players will have to get into the swing of things on the singles side early this fall for the TK var­ sity girls’ tennis team. Last year’s Trojan team finished second in the O-K Rainbow with an 8-2-2 record, but eight of the top nine players are gone from that team. All foui singles spots have to be reloaded. “With all of last year’s sin­ gles players gone and four of our top six doubles players gone, we have a major rebuilding project,” said coach Larry Seger, who’s entering his 30th season with the TK varsity girts. Juniors l>eeanne Lantinga, Michelle Raetz, Tiffany Tietz, and sophomore Molly Jazwinski all could be mak­ ing the jump from the doubles side to singles. Also back are doubles players Amber Steorts and Beth Steorts. Juniors .Andrea Otto. Lia Tandy, Tiffany Miller, and senior Sarah Johnson should also all find places tn rhe TK staring lineup, with a few positions on the varsity still up for grabs. Seger said that this is a team that is dedicated to improving, and that will be one of the team’s main goals this season, to improve enough to be competitive and to develop sound fundamen­ tals. This is a hard working group, said Seger, they’re “n>Jy to do what n takes to rebuild.” Nothing will be easy in the new O-K Gold. Seger said be expects Holland Christian should win the conference. The Trojans will be tested early when they visit the Maroons this Wednesday. South Christian and Byron Center should also have solid teams this season m the Gold. Publishers of: •Hastings Banner •Hastings Reminder •Sun & News • Lakewood News •Maple Valley News Marshall Community Advisor Battle Creek Shopper •Weekender To contact one of our Printing Specialists Call: Phone (269) 945-9554 Fax (269) 945-5192 �Page 26/The Sun and News, MtcWteviite. August 26. 2003 2OO‘3^ailf^l^^j^liRKekviews Seven years of work may pay off for TK this season The foundation for suc­ cess isn't built in the first PUBLISHER'S NOTICE: children wider the a*e of It Irvwtg with parent* or legal cixtndum. pregnant women and people aecwwf i uam<l> of children under IS Thia newspaper will not knowingly accept any advertiMng for real eatatr •Inch it <" vtdaficm rtf the taw Our reader* are hereby informed that all dwelling* advenned tn thn newapaper are available <m an equal opportunity ha«M To rep-n diac rtminat..m call the Farr Uou.mg (enter at *IC> -45129SO rhe HI '!> toll free telephone number for the heannf impaired >. I SOO V27 927S a guard spot where she saw action last year with the var­ sity. She’ll be joined in the back court by senior Whitney Robertson. Also returning are super sophomore Jessica Flaska to wing and post positions, as well as senior forward Stephanie Scon. Those girls have speed, and can play well in the post, but the Trojans could still struggle without much size. "We look to be very com­ petitive in our new league.” said Uyl. The top teams in the league include Byron Center. Wyoming Park, and South Christian. The Trojans open the days of varsity practice. It’s built long before that. TK varsity girls’ basket­ ball coach Marcy Uyl knows that. This year’s team has seven juniors on the roster. “The girls who are juniors this year were our first play­ ers in the fifth and sixth grade program we started seven years ago.” said Uyl. "We are looking forward to seeing some benefits of our lower level programs.” The Trojans have many key players back from the team that ended last year on a high note with a district championship. Chanda Bnce is one of the seven juniors, she returns to The 2003 Thomapple Kellogg varsity girls’ basketball team. Team members are (front from left) Holly Vander Heide. Ashley Aspinall. 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THE MIDDLEVILLE MILITARY SUPPORT GROUP WOULD LIKE TO THANK: all of the groups, organiza­ tions, businesses and indi­ viduals for all of the sup­ port donations, hard work and kindness that everyone showed to make w hat we accomplished possible Our group was able to send mam’ much needed items to 4 different soldiers in Iraq which are family members of our group. These soldiers will be able to distribute amongst them 300 packages to our men and women in 3 different areas of Iraq. These are some of the groups that helped us out Middleville VFW, Middleville Lions Club, Middleville American Legion, Bradford Whites Lo­ cal UAW, Middleville Mar­ ket Place, Alto Precision Inc., Southeast Heating & Cool­ ing, Caledonia Athletic Boosters, TK students, Mid­ dleville Post Office (for all of the advise and patience), Dewitt Packaging, Cadbury Adams, Sam s Club, the Sun and New*?. All that donated in the tubs that sat at differ­ ent areas and all of the peo­ ple that helped with packag­ ing and helping at the fund raiser If we have accidental­ ly not named any other's that also contributed to our cause please forgive us as you are much appreciated also Thank you all, Middleville Military Support Group. REMODELING, NEW CONSTRUCTION, addi­ tions, decks, drywall repairs, licensed. Cali Rich at (616)868-1102. APARTMENT MANAGER OR team needed for small apartment community in Ca­ ledonia 'Dutton area. Parttime position, preferably live. On-site duties include: leasing apartments, paper­ work. resident relations, col­ lections, apartment turn­ over and grounds work (ba­ sic tools required). Apply on site. M/W/F, llam-2pm. Mail resume to: Brittany, 321 Woodland Pass, Suite 100, East Lansing, ML 48823 or fax to (5171337-8345. MEDICAL TRANSCRIP­ TIONIST TRAINEE/EXPERIENCED: Full and parttime. All shifts available Work at home potential after training. 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Eightythree percent will travel by car. truck or van Seven per­ cent will travel by air. an increase of one percentage point from last year. Among those not planning a trip, money concerns and the economy continue to domi­ nate the list of factors that dampen travel activity. Two-thirds of travelers (67 percent) will stay in Michigan (up from 65 per­ cent in 2002). and the aver­ age trip length will be four days - a trend that has con­ tinued since the state-mandated Friday no-school “holi­ day" was enacted in 1999. jon Mitchel/ Licensed Contractor 616-299-4720 269-795-0061 "Your Local Builder" new Construction • Bobcat Work Remolding • Pole Barns • Decks ........ ... . ................... ... v ® Clearance 49 s'nlnfl Coing cn <. NOWl L “We have seen travel bookings increase as the summer continues, with money-saving deals from resorts and tour companies helping to propel last-minute travelers, both in Michigan and across the country ." said Cathy Green, vice president of Travel and Field Oper­ ations for A.AA Michigan. “As the summer w armed up. we saw an increase in travel. For example. July bookings were up 8 percent from last year." This year's Labor Day travel period caps a summer of relatively stable, moderate gas paces - with paces gen­ erally increasingly only in the last week The current price is a $1,668 per gallon for self-serve unleaded as of August 18 (about 24 cents higher than last year). The Kim's Konsignment Caledonia Toll Free 888-829-5919/ 891-2418 | Back-To-Schoo! Clothes d) Be nice on your pocketbook... ... (iet twice the clothes tor half the price... 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Traffic reports from the Mackinac Bridge Authority show a decrease in badge traffic during May and June down 3.4 and 6 percent respectively from the previ­ ous year. The United StaiesCanada Bridge and Tunnel Operator’s Association reports a year-to-date decrease (through June) of 7.8 percent of the Ambassador Bridge in Detroit; 4.5 percent for the Blue Water Bridge in Port Huron and a decrease of 6.3 percent for the DetroitWindsor Tunnel. According to an Auto Club survey of 400 Michigan resi­ dents. weather will have little influence on Labor Day trav­ el plans. Seven in 10 (70 per­ cent) of the respondents said they would not consider can­ celing a trip due to rain or cool temperatures. Major findings from AAA Michigan’s 2002 Labor Day survey show: • Seventy-eight percent of the trips will be more than 100 miles from home (down from 82 percent last year); • Two-thirds of travelers (67 percent) will stay in Michigan, compared to 65 percent in 2002. • Approximately 83 per­ cent of ail trips will be by car. truck or van. down from 90 percent in 2002; • Travelers' accommoda­ tions are distributed as fol­ lows: staying in a rental cot­ tage (22 percent); hotel, motel or resort (20 percent); with relatives (15 percent); in a trailer or RV (13 percent); camping in a tent (11 per­ cent); in a second home (9 percent); with friends (7 per­ cent). Based on requests re­ ceived for AAA TourBook guides. TripTik routings and maps, the top five summer destinations in Michigan are: 1) Mackinaw City. 2) Traverse City. 3) Ludington. 4) Detroit, and 5) Sault Ste. Marie. The official 78-hour Labor Day holiday period begins at 6 p.m. Friday. (August 29) and runs to 11:59 p.m. Monday. (September I). Dunng last year’s Labor Day holiday period. 13 peo­ ple died in 13 fatal crashes on roads across the state. That was down from the 2001 hoi iday. when 20 people died in 17 fatal crashes. Four of last year’s fatal crashes were alcohol-related, and safety restraints were used by only 33 percent of the victims. To reduce these numbers this Labor Day holiday, all drivers are urged to use safe­ ty belts, avoid alcohol, stay alert at the wheel ami observe all traffic laws. Law enforce­ ment agencies across the state will enforce Michigan's mandatory safety belt law during the holiday, issuing tickets to those who fail to buckle up. Beginning Labor Day (Sept. I) and continuing throughout September AAA Michigan and McDonald’s restaurants of Michigan will sponsor a “Be Aware’’ traffic safety campaign Me-Don­ ald’s will offer a small free cup of coffee or a small Coca-Cola to travelers who present a coupon available in the SeptemberAXtober issue of Michigan Living maga­ zine. Safety and travel tips from AAA will be available on the table tent cards at all participating McDonald's restaurants. For detour information, call 1-800-411-4823 or visit: www.aaamich.com on the web. Be on alert when schools open, AAA Michigan urges motorists As more than 1.6 million students return to school in the state. AAA Michigan reminds motorists to slow down and watch out for school-age pedestrians. “Children get caught up in the excitement of back-toschool season and forget to look out for cars.’’ said Richard J. Miller, AAA Michigan Community Safe­ ty Services manager. “Many youngsters have trouble making accurate judgments about traffic speed and dis­ tance, so drivers have to be particularly aware.’’ The Auto Club’s annual “School’s Open - Drive Carefully” campaign alerts motorists to the special risks to school-age children from motor vehicles - the leading cause of death for children in Michigan 15 years of age and under with 91 deaths last year. Almost one-third of the children who died in these crashes were pedestrians. Overall, three pedestrians are killed every week in Michigan. As part of the “School’s Open - Drive Carefully’’ campaign. AAA Michigan offers drivers these tips to keep school children safe. • Slow down in or near school and residential areas. • Drive with your head­ lights on - even during the day - so children and other drivers can see you. • Look for clues such as AAA school safety patrollers, crossing guards, bicycles, and playgrounds, which indicate children, could be in the area. • Scan between parked cars and other objects for indications that children could be nearby and dart into the road. • Practice extra caution in adverse weather conditions. • Pay particular attention near schools during the morning and afternoon hours. • Always stop for school buses that are loading and unloading students. Last year in Michigan, 20 percent of the pedestrian injuries asso­ ciated with school bus crash­ es occurred while getting on or off the bus. “Remember, back-toschool means back to basic driver safety.” concluded Miller. “School's opendrive carefully. Whether it’s the beginning, middle or end of the school year, motorists and children should always remember to put safety first." Middle Villa Inn • women s • men s • youth’s • mixed • junior adult leagues no experience necessary _ NEW LANES, NEWLY REMODELED New Micro Brews Join the fun, sign up today for fall bowling leagues Call for details 4611 N.M-37 Huv • Middled 269-795-3640 » 616-891-1287 � https://barrycountyhistoryportal.org/files/original/25/713/SunandNews_2003-09-02.pdf 7604678fcaa7eb5fe2ae72013b1a7b31 PDF Text Text HASTINGS PUBLIC LIBRARY HASTINGS Ml <905,2 w and News:•>s . A.-^-.1 n 4. __ ztSdLfc, Your Hometown Newspaper Serving Middleville and Caledonia Areas No. 36/September 2, 2003 132nd year Published by J-Ad Graphics. Inc. Heritage Days are Friday, Saturday in Middleville by Patricia Johns Staff Writer The 2003 edition of Heritage Days Sept. 5 and 6 offers something old, new, borrowed, but no one will be blue — at least if the commit­ tee has anything to do with it. From Friday night's enter­ tainment to the naming of the Middleville Star on Saturday night, there will be hours of fun and excitement. The Friday evening enter­ tainment for the Middleville Heritage Days will be from 6 to 9:30 p.m. and hosted by the 2003 Miss Barry County, Miranda Covey. This year the entertainment will be held in the gazebo at Stagecoach Park. Entertainers scheduled for this year are the groups One way. In His Name. Bought and Paid For, the four-part harmony of The Inspirations, the Gun Lake Church Choir and Band and the evening will end with the contempt) rary rock sounds of “Upside Down Larry.” The Heritage Days com­ mittee will be selling pop­ corn, pop and water. Everyone should bring lawn chairs. The downtown restaurants will be open. The Midtown Cafe will have coffee and The start of the 5K race/walk is at 8 a m. exactly The Inspirations return with smooth sounds and the right moves. treats available. This might be ence this scenic and challeng­ everyone's last chance to get ing course.” The course starts with chal­ a cone from the Scoop before the ice cream shop closes for lenging hills and ends with a flat paved section of the trail. the season. Also starting at 8 a.m. is On Saturday. Sept. 6. the day begins with the the annual breakfast prepared Thomapple Trail 5K run and by the men of the Middleville walk at X a.m. Late registra­ United Methodist Church. tion and packet pickup for This year the breakfast will be racers will be held on Friday, held in the Thomapple Emergency from 5 to 5:45 p.m. and on Township Saturday from 6:45 to 7:45 Services station on High a.m. at the Township Hall. Street. Proceeds will go to the church's building fund. Late registration is $20. Members of the Parking is at Stagecoach Park at 100 Main St. There Middleville Rotary Club will will be a bus shuttle to the be walking the parade route start. This USTAF certified selling duck race tickets. The race is sponsored by the ducks will be launched onto Thomapple Area Parks and the Thomapple River later that afternoon. Recreation Commission. The parade will start at 10 Organizer Susan Vlietstra says, "We invite runners and a.m. Lineup begins at 9:30 in walkers of all ages to experi­ the parking lot at McFall Elementary School. The parade will include some sur­ prises. the first parade appear­ ance of the Middleville Stagecoach, the TK High School and Middle School bands and more. Trophies will be presented to the first and second place winners. Crafts and fun begin at Page following the parade. The Methodist women are returning with their “breads and spreads." The American Legion will be serving root beer floats and other local organizations will be on site. The car show begins at 11 with the cars registering on site. Organizer Dawn Sheck says, “We think this will be the best show ever.” The tractor pull is sched­ uled for noon. Frank Fiala expects at least 45 tractors to compete. The new games for chil­ dren Saturday, starting at noon should keep the place hopping. There are guaran- Volleyball, sand and mud varieties, returns teed to be lots of winners as well. Kids games start after the parade at the Page Elementary site. Sheck has also planned a craft area qnd some take home material for each child. Whether you enjoy pancakes, running, music, crafts, paint­ ball, three-on-three basket­ ball, parades, classic cars, tractor pulls, chess or kids’ games, this year’s Heritage Days has lots to offer. This year there will be a waterball contest at I p.m. between area fire departments competing tor a color televi sion for their fire hall. The winning team from Wayland. Caledonia or Thornapple Township Emergency Services also will receive a trophy. Firefighters will also be competing in a pie eating con­ test at 3 p.m. this year. Volleyball returns with sand and mud divisions. Games start at 12:30 p.m. Call Chris at 795-4564 for information. The cost is $45 Ottos named Heritage See Heritage Days, pg. 18 parade grand marshals Middleville Village manager by Patricia Johns Staff Writer Dave and Lorraine Otto have been selected by the Heritage Days Committee to be this year’s grand marshals for the Heritage Days parade Saturday, Sept. 6. This isn’t the first time the Ottos have led the parade During the bicentennial parade in 1976 Dave had Lorraine sit next to him on die tractor that started the parade. The Ottos have been involved in the Thomapple Histoneal Association since Mercedes French started the group before the bicentenni­ al. "We have enjoyed meet­ ing people and sharing sto­ ries of the old days,” Lorraine says. They have both been active in 4-H and support today’s young 4-H members. Dave w as bom on the Otto farm, which celebrated its sesquicentenmal in 1998. When he saw Lorraine on the school bus on the wav to the high school he decided "that’s the girl for me.” In should be hired by Nov. 4 Dave and Lorraine Otto today This photo was taken on their 50th anniversary in 1998 1998 they celebrated their is involved in two antique 50th anniversary tractor organizations. Both have been very Lorraine weaves incredible active in the community Dave is a lifelong fanner and UttOS, P3g6 1U bv Patricia Johns Staff Writer Middleville Village President Lon Myers announced that the time line for the search for a new vil­ lage manager should con­ clude by Nov. 4. The village is paying the Michigan Municipal League $4,500 to manage the search. The council should be able to review resumes on Oct. 14. The finalists will be inter­ viewed Saturday. Oct. 25. “These meetings are open to the public," Myers said. "We want residents to see that we are looking for the best person for the village.” To help make the transition smoother. the council approved a six-month con­ tract with outgoing Manager Bryan Gruesbeck who was attending his last meeting Aug. 26. to allow him to assist with ongoing projects and work with the new man­ ager. Gruesbeck’s new job is as assistant city manager at Greenville. All division heads will be reporting directly to Myers until a new manager is hired. Members of the Village Council approved the Crane Road site for the fire depart­ ment’s training facility. The first unit was temporarily installed at the wastewater treatment plant, but there were a few problems at this site. Crane Road was selected because it is farther frotn neighbors and may keep the ball fields from being vandal­ ized. The township and Thomapple Township Emergency Services will now be able to apply for another training grant. The next meeting of the Middleville Village council will be at 7 p.m. Tuesday, Sept. 9. In This Issue John Robertson selected as VIP for Heritage Days GFWC’s annual home tour set for Sept. 28 Caledonia Twp. officials to get salary increases Caledonia Public Cable Access won’t air soon �Page 2/The Sun a^News. Middleville. September 2. 2003 Lt. Gov.’s daughter joins staff for State Rep. Steil State Rep. Glenn Steil Jr.has announced the addi­ tion of Lisa Posthumus to his staff in Lansing. Posthumus, a resident of Kent County and daughter of Caledonia High School grad­ uate Richard Posthumus, will serve as legislative assistant. "Lisa is a wonderful addi­ tion to our office,’ said Steil, R-Cascade Township. "She brings a lot of experience and tons of energy, and she was bom and raised in Kent County. I serve my con­ stituents more effectively when my staff is in tune with what is happening in the community." Posthumus, a resident of Alto, is a graduate of Michigan State University Lisa Posthumus with a bachelor of science degree in agricultural and natural resources communi­ cations. She has worked in the State Senate, for the Michigan Republican State Committee, and on the 2002 Posthumus for Governor campaign. She will be responsible for Steil's schedule and will coordinate his constituent relations. In addition to her work in Lansing, she will spend time in the district working with local commu­ nities. Posthumus began work in the office Aug. 13. Brad Biladeau, originally from Kentwood, serves on staff as well and has been with Steil since January WHY WAIT UNTIL WINTER SEMESTER? There Is still time to register for a wide variety of college classes at KCC’s Fehsenfeld Center near Hastings, but time is growing short. Compare accessi­ bility. cost and transferability and you’ll soon realize the benefits of attending class locally. Daytime Classes ANTH 100 Intro. Anthropology HIST 104 Modern America UTT 213 Children’s Literature MUSI 211 Music Appreciation 011 160 Application Software PEC 121 Healthy Lifestyle Practices PHIL 202 Intro, to Ethics POSC 200 American System of Government PSYC 201 Intro to Psychology PSYC 220 Developmental Psychology SOCI 201 Intro to Sociology Evening Classes ACCO 101 General Accounting BUAD 101 Intro, to Business BUAD 201 Business Law COMM 101 Interpersonal Communications CRJU 203 Crime & Delinquency ECON 201 Macro Economics ECON 202 Micro Economics ENGL 120 Writing Improvement ENGL 152 Freshman Composition N ENGL 97 Writing Skills HIST 103 American Foundations HUMA150 Encounter With the Arts HUSE 215 Positive Chid Guidance HUSE 224 miro to Chid Care HUSE 235 Chid Growth and Development PEC 121 Healthy Lifestyle Practices PHIL 201 intro to Philosophy POSC 200 American System ot Government PSYC 201 miro to Psychology PSYC 220 Developmental Psychology SOCI 201 miro to Sociology SOO 202 Social Problems STS* 98 Coitege Reading & Study Skills Check KCC’s website www kettaoa edu or stop in the Fehsenfeld Center for full particulars 06571256 Main Street to open It just needs a finish coat of asphalt (laid down on Aug. 29. weather permitting) and West Main Street will reopen. From M-37 to LemPaul Street West Main Street will be released from its barricades this weekend. Local singer to perform and host at Essential Bean by Cathy Rueter Staff Writer Essential Bean Cafe might be the place to be Friday, Sept. 5, to hear local talent during the open mic night. The evening is being host­ ed by local performing artist Dorothy Cooley. All musi­ cians are welcome to come and share their talents. According to Cooley's hus­ band, Jack, "This is a time where wild guitar licks rock the house alongside bluegrass bands that get everyone ones toes tapping." Signup starts at 7 p.m., per­ formances start at 7:30, end­ ing at approximately 10. Essential Bean is located at 8980 North Rodgers Court SE, in Caledonia. For more information call (616) 8917700. The following evening, Saturday, Sept. 6, from 8 to 10 p.m., Cooley will be per­ forming at the Midtown cof­ fee house in Middleville. A seasoned acoustic per­ former and songwriter, Cooley's style has been described as “one part Tanya Tucker and one part Diana Krall with a unique blend of jazz, pop and country that will leave you wanting more.” "We would like to extend an invitation out to the com­ munity to enjoy an evening of good music and a great cup of coffee," said Jack. For more information, call the coffee house at (269) 7958804. Cooley also will perform at September Woods Cafe in Holland on Sept. 12 from 7 to 9:00 pm and Ric's Cafe in Rockford Sept. 27 from noon to 3 pm. For further information about future performances, call Cooley at (616) 6982064. VAWWAWAWAWr | Caledonia American 3 Legion #305 Call 945-9554 for Sun & News classified ads he Qevue Steak Dinner Friday, September 12 at 5:30 p.m. $10.00 l< Chicken B.B.Q. Friday, September 26 starting at 5:30 p.m. $8.00 Air conditioned, remodeled hall for rent, call 891 1882 for details. Tools' ■~A metfC-lsnouin and r.tr.toininy coMerly by zAldC THURSDAY. 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Michigan State University Extension designed the Citizen Planner program as a local planning and zoning training program to equip cit­ izens and decision-makers with the knowledge and resources to make sound land Cherry Valley 4-Hers Brandon Reinhart, Terris Olson. use decisions. Mackenzie Olson, Christa Reinhart and William Wolf. Citizen Planner is a non­ credit course series leading to an optional certificate of competency awarded by MSU Extension. Earning the certificate involves the suc­ cessful completion of a mini­ mum of the six core courses The Cherry Valley release movies. According to and 30 hours of communityLivestock 4-H Club held its hospital officials, some of the oriented service in land use third annual “Hug A Hog” patients arc confined to their fund-raiser during the Kent hospital rooms and extra County Youth Fair in August. video consoles and movies This year the club voted to are needed to be brought to raise money for DeVos them because the children are There w ill be a Cub Scout Children's Hospital in Cirand unable to visit the activity Night at 7 p.m. Tuesday, Rapids. Members collected room at the hospital. The "Hug A Hog” program Sept. 9. for all boys (grades 1 $7(X) to purchase two Playstation II video consoles, asks a $1 donation to hug a 5) interested in joining the Cub Scouts that are enrolled two extra ccptnHIers. seven piglet. at Dutton Elementary'. Dutton vidpo games and 15 new Christian or Caledonia ‘Hug A Hog’ nets funds for children's hospital planning or related activities. Time spent on planning com­ missions and similar public boards qualifies for commu­ nity service hours. The first six 'core' ses­ sions provide a basic skill set. The "local issues" were iden­ tified by a local advisory team as important issues. Instructors for the program include local professional planning consultants, town­ ship planners and MSU Extension personnel. The registration fee is $35 per session. Registration forms are available at area township and municipal offices or on line at www.msue.msu.edu/unitedgrowth/cplanner.html. Those who would like a registration form mailed to them should contact Kendra Wills at 616336-3265 or willsk@msue.msu.edu. Registration forms are due Wednesday. Sept. 3. The schedule for the core curriculum classes is: Cub Scout Night set Elementary schools. The meeting will be held at the Caledonia Elementary school cafeteria. Please call Owen Jensen at 698-9496 for more informa­ tion. • Thursday, Sept. 18 — Basic Training for Planning and Zoning Part I: Introduction to Planning, the Comprehensive Plan, and Site Plan Review (in conjunction with Michigan Society of Planning). • Wednesday. Sept. 24 — Basic Training for Planning and Zoning Part II: Introduction to Zoning, the Zoning Process, and Zoning Board of Appeals (in con­ junction with MiSP). Thursday. Oct. 2 — Legal Foundations of Planning and Zoning: Regulatory Authority in the U.S. and Michigan. • Thursday. Oct. 9 — Plan Implementation Tools and Techniques: Subdivision Regulation and Development Controls. • Thursday. Oct. 16 — Best Practices for Innovative Planning and Zoning Techniques: Conservation and Preservation of Community Character. • Wednesday. Oct. 22 — Art of Community Planning: Participation. 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Parents also will learn about the most recent legislation for the federal and state laws on providing edu­ cational services to students with disabilities. Parents will have the opportunity to ask questions about their children and meet other parents of students with LOCAL CHURCH DIRECTORY ALASKA BAPTIST CHURCH A Liling Church - Serving a Living Lord Morning Worship 9 30 a m Fellowship Time ................. 10 35 a m Sunday Sch<x>l............................... 10 50 a m. Evening Praise ........... .6:00 p.m. WEDNESDAY Family Night 6:30 p m 7240 6Kth Street. SE - Caledonia 2 miles east of M-37 Pastor, Dr Hrian F Harrison Youth Pastor Kevin Stites C 0 U M III I I I CHURCH a place to belong a place to become (Contemporary, Casual, Non-denominational) Sunday Morning Worship 9:30 6 11:00 a m. 8175 Broadmoor, Caledonia Rev Mu hael Stowell, lead Pastor Rev David Moorhead. Asm Pastor Jot Cipcic. Worship leader Drnnv Houma. Youth Pastor Church Office 616 891-0287 Visit our web site wvvw brightside.org CALEDONIA CHRISTIAN REFORMED CHURCH "A Church with a caring heart for our community and the world" Sunday Worship ................................9:30 a m. and 6:00 p.m. (Child A Adult) (During the School Year) Rev. R. Scott Greenway, Pastor Keith Stulp, Youth Director Al Tiemeyer, Community Calling Church Office: (616)891-1512 M-37 at 100th St. CALEDONIA HOLY FAMILY CATHOLIC CHURCH FIRST BAPTIST CHURCH OF MIDDLEVILLE M 37, north of Middles ilk- • 79M726 Brute N. Mew art. Senior PaMor Tim A Vine. Asat. Pastor .'Youth Douglas G. Beason. Visitation Pastor Gary Weaver. Musk Minister Pastor David Slewart. OF. Children's Pastor Sunday School Sunday Morning Worship Service Sunday Evening Service Wednesday Mid Week Prayer Word of Life Out* Phone 891-9259 Saturday Evening Mass ... .5:00 p.m. Sunday Mass . .9:00 a.m. & 11:00 a.m. A 708 W. Main Street Morning Worship Service Sunday School Evening Worship Service 10:00 a m. 11:15 a.m. 6:00 p.m. YOU ARE INVITED Rev. Tom DeVries. Pastor - 795-9901 908 W Main Street (Missouri Synod) Worship.................... ............ 9 30 a.m. Sunday School 11 00 a m. Adult Bible Class. 1100 a m. Ret E Anthony Sikora Church: (616) 795-2391 GRACE UNITED REFORMED CHURCH Proclaiming the Whole Counsel of Cod 1664 N. M-37 Highway Middleville. Ml 49333 • 945-1555 Located near the comer of M-37 and McCann Mew Life • CHRISTIAN CHURCH 10 AM Sunday Morning 3449 - 76th St. S.E., Caledonia 698-9660 A Church for today s world Spirit-filled family Church. 9255 84th Street, Alto, Ml 49302 One mile east of Whitneyville Rd Sunday School for ages 3 yr. thru 6th grade: Sr. High, Sun. 6:30 pm Jr. High, Sun. 6:30 pm GUN LAKE COMMUNITY CHURCH & PRESCHOOL 12200 West M 179 Highway (Chief Noondav Rind) Wayland, Ml 49348 Meeting you, your friends, and your family right where you re at. Sunday Worship: 900 a.m. or 10:30 a m. Wednesday Worship 6.30 pan. Sunday Service Times 9.15 A.M. Morning Prayer -------I iclxc (Holy Communion 2nd Sunday) --------- ■------- 1 11:00 A.M. Holy Communion Wednesday 6:00 P.M. Evening Prayer phone 795-2370 or 948-9327 Vicar - Rev. David T. Hu.twick + St. Paul Lutheran Church Missouri Synod Comer of 84th St and Kraft in Caledonia 1 mile west of M-37 Traditional Servict* Acoustic Praise 8r Worship Service 830 AM ’<100 AM St Paul Lutheran Church Sunday School & Adult Bible Studtj 9:45 AM All Services have a Nursery available • Barner Free Pastor Robert Gerke • Pastor David Ziehr Office Phone 59I-S6S5 SS. CYRIL and METHODIUS CHURCH 159 131st Avenue Phone (269) 792-3543 Worship Times: Service Times: Saturday......................... 4.00 Sunday School................................................... 9:45a.m. Sunday............................ 9:30 Morning Worship.................................... 11:00 a.m. Evening Worship.............................................. 6:00p.m.Weekdays: Youth Group:............................. 6:00 p.m. Sunday Wednesday................... 7:30 Midweek 7:00 p.m. Wed. Thursday & Friday...... 9:30 9:30 a.m. Thurs Services at 9 30 a m and 6 p.m. Rev P Adams Pfuw 891-8440 2415 McCann Rd. (In Irving) www.StPaulCaledonia.orq Middleville Good Shepherd Wesleyan Church Lutheran Church Kraft Avenue at Johnson Street Rev. Dave LeBlanc, Pastor 9 45 am. 11 00 a m 6XX) p.m. 6 45 p.m. 6 45 p.m. MIDDLEVILLE CHRISTIAN REFORMED disabilities. The special edu­ cation department welcomes and encourages parents to attend this meeting. For more in tonnation. call Price at 795-5571. jffletljotrist Cljurd) 5590 Wvitneyville Ave., S.E. Alto, Ml 49302 Sunday SchooLI 0:00 a.m. Morning Worship... 11:00 a.m. Evening Worship...6:00 p.m. Wednesday Prayer Meeting...7:00 p.m. Rev. Royle Bai lard, Pastor Phone 868-6437 269-795-7903 ♦■ww .gunlakecotnmurutychurch.org CALEDONIA UNITED METHODIST Summer Worship Schedule (through Aug 31): KHW a.m..................... .Worship & Jr. Church ll.W a m....................................................... Coffee Fellowship (Nursery Available Throughoui 1 Rev Norman Kohns • t6l6> 891-8167 Church Office: 616-891-8669 Fax: 891-8648 • w u w cakdomaunK org Preaching the Living \X'ord Serving The Risen Lord Sunday School . 9:30 a.m. Sunday Morning Worship .10:30 a m (Jr. Church & Nursery available.) Currently meeting at: Emmons Lake Elementary 8950 Kraft SE, Caledonia Rev. Dennis Ross Church: (616) 868-7425 UNITED METHODIST CHURCHES Middleville - Parmelee Parmelee Morning Worship............. 9:30 a.m. Middleville Morning Worship........ 11 .-00 am. Rev. Lee Zach man Church Office Phone 795-9266 WAYFARER^ community ALASKA CONGREGATION ................... Praise Singing 9:45 *jn . 10:50 a m Morning Worship 11 OO un Wed. Fellowship 7 30 pan Pastor EG. Frizzell Church Ph. 616-868-6810 • Pastor j Ph. 616-897-6'40 Pastor: Rev Josh Blunt Contact our Dutton office at (616) 65-65-WAY CHRISTIAN REFORMED 9:30 a.m. 10 45 a_m. 6 00 p.m IM-0391 Check our web site www lakesadecommunuy <xg Sunda • Mjrtwvg W, rship AJO un Tradnonal 1100 am. Goaatspomy Sunday Schoo* for Al Ages Redeemer Covenant Church —Lighting Up Lives for God— Sunday Located in Lnghuxi Towmship Corner of 2nd Street and 142nd Avenue near WNtneyv*© Ave Church Schoo*. Sunday Rev. Dr. Jack Doorlug. Interim Minister Nursery & children's activities dunng all services. For more information: (616) 891-8119 M-37 between Middleville & Caledonia Sunday Worship: 8:30 a.m. Traditional 11 a.m. Contemporary 6 p.m. Praise/Bible Study Contemporan Worship Sunday School f« All Ages Evening Worship Pastor Roger Bultman • Church Office ajn. Sunday Ewaang Servxr 600 pm fW Fnend> F5r-Schou*-Sffi (Sept ApnU 630 pm RAY TOWNSEND Pnaor Wednesday Family Sight 5.45-8.-00 pm Pastor Paul M. Hillman Youth Pastor David Lnksun 6951 Hanna Lake Avenue. Catedonia 616698-8001 .4 n ayfarerncMrx WHITNEYVILLE Bible church 8546 Whtneyvie Ave of 84m St • 891-8661 Worship 9:30 am Christian Education Hour lltiOam KdetmaMtsen.net (616) 8916028 • wwvJe^^Kndnanicag Church Finding the Way Together! An informal, contemporary church committed to our community. Sunday Worship is at 10:00am in Caledonia Middle School s cafeteria. Everyone is welcome! Lakeside Community Church \ Place for Family A Friends 6201 Whitneystile Avenue. Aho Community of Christ Leighton Church 8146 68th St p.m. Mass a.m Mass THORNAPPLE BIBLE CI IUR< 1 I 250 N ine Street (M-37 to Enunons to Vine» Sept. 7 - Preacher Rev. Noon Kuhns Advice to Practical Christians: “Believing is Doing* p.m. Mass a.m Mass www.redermaanenant.of bapferf Camoum Umdus d Amenia "The Church where everybody somebody... ..and Jesus is Lord' Meeting at Caledonia High School Sunday Schoo 930 am Sunday Momrg Wonrtp . 10 30 am. ‘Aeetrg at chape1 on Whitneyvie Ave Sunday Evenrg Atoahp 600 p m. Wed MkJweek Prayer & Bfcie Study 700 p m. Sev Thoma 9uy». Pakx • Rev Kart Sasha Assoc Pasta Weare whttneyvt0b6ie.org �The Sun and News. MkJdleviite. Ml/September 2. 2003/ Page 5 Bishop visits St. Francis Episcopal Bishop Robert Gepert (center) met with Mother Barbara Wilson and Deacon Max Phares during his visit to St. Francis Church in Orangeville He has been visiting churches in the Western Michigan diocese for several months Leighton church plans heritage service Sunday Members of the St. Francis Episcopal Church vestry met with Bishop Robert Gepert during his visit to the Orangeville Church on Aug. 24. Senior Parents to start year with pork roast Kids Are Back In School! CURVED At Curves, We re Taking Shape! Come Join The Fun! Our Unique System .„ QUICKFIT The Senior Parents work­ ing to plan an after gradua­ / Isa complete workout... warm-up tion party for the Class of • sustain target heart rate for 20 minutes 2OO4.a are starting the year of fund-raising with the annual The Leighton United a.m. Sunday. Sept. 7. at the • 3 sets ofstrength training for all major muscle Special guest will be pork roast on Friday, Sept. Methodist Church will have a comer of Second Avenue and Rochelle Robinson Santiago, 12. groups • cool-down • stretching social heritage service at 11 142nd Avenue. great-granddaughter of Pork sandwich dinners Simon Heist, will be come / Fast • Fun •fitness... Exclusively For Women! will be sold beginning at 5 from the San Francisco area. p.m. until they are gone or 7 All in attendance will be 15 p.m. (which ever comes descendants of the original 25 first.) founding families, who will This is the first home game be sharing during the pro­ against Hastings and the gram. Senior Parents hope for a •W Minutt FUntu t Ktofht Lou Contort’ The present building was good and hungry turnout. completed in 1996 and con­ The next meeting of the 8g . _____________ 891-9646 tains a sanctuary that seats Senior Parents group is g r4 137 E. Main Street • Caledonia (next to Sams Joint) 350. a full-sized gym/fellow-4 A^^a~ /W/.JL *___ W/-!________ Monday, Sept. 15, at 7 p.m. Appts./Walk-ins Welcome ship hall, eight classrooms, at the Gun Lake Community Offer good thru September nurseries, kitchen facilities Church on M-179. and office space. Area residents are encour­ aged to look for the church’s float during the Middleville Heritage Days parade Saturday, Sept. 6. For more information Adults $6.00; about Heritage Sunday or Our church welcomes you no matter what condition you’re in, Leighton United Methodist Children under 12 $3.00 but we’d really prefer to see you breathing. Come join us in the love, Church, call (6 1 6) 891-8028, 100th and Coldwater Creek Road worship and fellowship of Jesus Christ this Sunday. Monday through Thursday from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. Caledonia Sportsman Club Swiss Steak Dinner Saturday, Sept. 6th 6:00 - 9:00 p.m. Will it take six strong men to bring you back into the church? V, (616) 891-1168 A. IM Good Shepherd Cfutheran Ckurch-£'Vssouri Synod 908 W. Main St., Middleville Michigan Worship 9:30 a.m. Sunday School A Adult Bible Class II a.m. (269) 795-2391 �Page 6/The Sun and News, Middleville. September 2. 2003 TK schools open smoothly despite construction work Thomapple Kellogg School Board president David Smith presents sophomore Tuesday Howell with a certificate of appreciation at the Aug. 25 board meeting Tuesday spent more than 8 weeks studying this past summer. Members of the Thomapple Kellogg Board of Education for 2003-2004 are seated from left Kim Selleck, Nancy Goodin and David Smith. Standing are Martin Wenger, Tom Ward, Scott Kiel and Don Haney. by Patricia Johns Staff Writer Thomapple Kellogg Schools Superintendent Kevin Konarska announced that the schools opened with­ out a hitch last Tuesday. even though crews worked up until the last minute and a few details remained to be finished. Members of the Board of Education also took the opportunity Aug. 25 to con­ gratulate new junior Tuesday Howell on representing the BANKRUPTCY Protection from Creditors Including... • Garnishment! ising Phon WE CAN PROTECT YOU AND YOUR ASSETS FAST! WITHIN 24 HOURS!!! Payment Plans Available to qualified individuals Stop in for FREE Bankruptcy Informational Brochure Over 30 Years of Experience Law Office Of MICHAEL J. McPHILLIPS AMY MCDOWELL KUZAVA 269-945-3512 or Toll Freo 1-888-943-5408 Evening A Saturday Appointments Available MS7„, Tuesday Howell at Exeter. 121W. Anole St.. Suite 101. Hastings FREE MARKET ANALYSIS I I i I I -■ SOUTH OFFICE I 8980 N. RODGERS DR., CALEDONIA, Ml I FOREST HILLS I I SCHOOLS l Located in the popular I Crestwood Hills I Development. This I home will reveal a l fantastic kitchen with l center island and I pantry closet. Along l with a great room, l main floor utility, 5 bedrooms, 4 bathrooms and three stall garage. I $498,000.00. Call ltd Van Duinen 891-2222 Ext 244 or 437-2538. I Smith-Diamond Realty Caledonia Office. l zs Smith-Diamond Realtors* l » Toll Free 1-883-891-0107 l Davt Vandt.woude Mark McCleve ElUabe th Kelson I Deanna McCulfor Ted VanDuincn Sharon Emerson Cathy Witderotter l Lots Mec kman Karen Oh I rich lornd Sa lad I no Hut linger I Roa friii'. • Joy W others Debra Lampani l Ron Richards • Sam Wright John McCleve Sarah Saints • Wendy Zandstra Mary Kay McCleve I I 891-2222 □ l I I l l l l l I I ! I I I I I I I I I I I l l I l I I district well as she studied for eight weeks this summer at Hillsdale College, Michigan Technical University and Phillips Exeter Academy this sum­ mer. She came out with one college credit and lots of experience in writing and physics. She thanked assis­ tant Superintendent Patricia Koeze and her staff for help­ ing her complete all the applications. Koeze reported on a the five-week summer school program. The district now has baseline information on summer school that can be used to evaluate the pro­ gram. “It is evident that atten dance makes a difference,” Koeze said. The district will decide based on testing this fall whether to change the sum­ mer school schedule. The board also approved the second reading for the district’s policy district. In about five weeks the policy should be available on the Internet. The board also approved adding the part-time occupa­ tional therapist and the part time speech therapist to the teacher’s contract. They for­ merly had been contract employees with the district. The tech assistant for the district and the athletic train er were added to the non-rep resented employees listing. The board also approved $2,235,000 in bids for the Phase II construction work at the middle school. These bids came in about $175,000 under the estimate. Owens Ames Kimball was praised for working conscientiously on this project. The construc­ tion management company also was thanked for its work preparing the schools for opening. “Seeing students and teachers so excited about the opening of school really makes this job worthwhile,” Konarska said. “I think this is a start of the great year.” The next meeting of the Thornapple Kellogg Board of Education will be at 7:30 p.m. Monday, Sept. X, in the Thomapple Kellogg School and Community Library. Your Hometown Full Service Garden Center! Creek 10197 Garbow Rd,Middleville HOURS: Monday-Saturday 8:30 a m. to 6:00 p.m. Gardens looking tired? Wake them up for fall!! Now is the time to enjoy: Black-eyed Susans - Mums - Asters - Sedum - Flowering Kale - Grasses - SHRUBS ... 20% OFF ALL ORNAMENTAL GRASSES NOW $1.00 Off Great for fall and winter interest. We have a large selection to choose frem. Step in ter in-store specials. Check ent the new items in our floral department. Phone: 269-795-7674 Floral Shop 269-795-0239 Memterofttw Vi �The Sun and News. Middleville. Ml'September 2. 2003/ Page 7 FEMA/USDA local food distribution scheduled The third quarter food dis­ tribution will be held on Thursday. Sept. 4. from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. at the Holy Family Catholic Church Hall (north entrance). 9669 Kraft Avenue. SE Caledonia. Ml. The Tri County Fire Rescue team won the Special Olympics Plane Pull with a time of 6.05 Front row from left: Tom Basarabski (Caledonia Fire Rescue), Joe Hammer (CFR), Todd Feighner (Thomapple Township Emergency Services), Bill Wilson (CFR). Ed Corson (Dutton Fire Rescue), Jason Robards (CFR), Ryan Stremlow, Special Olympics athlete. Robert Hall (TTES), Mike Mervau (CFR), Chief Brian Bennett (CFR) Back row: Bill Mervau (CFR), Gregg DeBlaay (DFR). Andy Cary (CFR). Steve Jansen (DFR), Jamie Robards (CFR), Steve Kosiara (CFR), Ron Warner (TTES). Alex Middleton (TTES), Mark Pyper (DFR), Scott Siler (CFR), Dion Genther (Wayland Fire Department) and Ryan Visser (TTES). Caledonia Fire Rescue rescues 1st place for Special Olympics by Cathy Rueter Staff Writer In an earlier edition of the Sun and News, the Caledonia Fire Rescue team was fea­ tured pulling a fire truck as practice for a chanty plane pull in August. A Fire truck may not be as big as a 34 feet tall (and long) plane, but the strategy worked as planned. Members from Caledonia Fire Rescue, along with sev­ eral other area rural tire res­ cue squads, were the big winners at the Saturday, August 16 plane pull benefitting Special Olympics. Call for Classifieds 945-9554 or 1-800-870-7085 Township Known as the Tri County (Thomapple Fire & Rescue team in the Emergency Services). Bill Firc/Public Safety Division, Wilson (CFR). Ed Corson they beat the Wyoming PD (Dutton Fire Rescue). Jason (Law Enforcement Division) Robards (CFR). Rooert Hall Mike Mervau by .01 second with a time of (TTES). (CFR). Chief Brian Bennett 6.05. iCFRi. Bill Mmu (CFR) But they didn’t stop there, they also received the Best Gregg DeBlaay (DFR), Costumer/Entry to Plane Pull Andy Cary (CFR). Steve (DFR). Jamie for their “Jail House Rock” Jansen (CFR), Steve theme, costumes, music and Robards all. They also raised the most Kosiara (CFR). Ron Warner money for the event, coming (TTES), Alex Middleton (TTES), Mark Pyper (DFR), in at $3,000. Due to inclement weather, Scott Siler (CFR), Dion the pull was expedited for an Genther (Wayland Fire and 1Ryan early finish. The last team to Department) pull was the Tri County Visser (TTES). For more pictures and team. They wowed the crowd by beating the other other official information of 15 teams vying for the top the plane pull, visit the spot, as they pulled a FedEx Special Olympics website at Boeing 727 weighing in at www.somi.org/planepull. 155,000 pounds. The Tri County Fire & Rescue team consisted of Tom Basarabski (Caledonia Fire Rescue), Joe Hammer (CFR). Todd Feighner Wednesday Night Kids Club is S looking for YOU!! I Our church family wants your family jk to join us! .. September 17, 2003 v 6:00 pm *9 Bring your family to meet with our church family and (( team bow to be part of the family of God! Kingdom Kids - Pre-6th Youth Classes - 7th-12th Adult Classes Vb t Alaska Baptist Church 7240 - 68th St SE X Caledonia. MI 49316 X S (616) 698-8104 Kids need a ride? Give us a call! 11 066709*2 _______ Subscribe to the Hastings Banner. Call 945-9554 for more information. Qualified participants must be residents of Kent County (no exceptions. For more informafion'questions please contact Dick Spiegel, administrator-in-charge at (616)891-9364. 'Happy 25th Anniversary George and Linda Maines Sept. 3rd SOME VACATIONS ARE JUST MORE FUN THAN OTHERS. Now’s a great time to take the best of all vacations: a 3.4 or 7 day Carnival “Fun Ship" cruise vacation to The Bahamas, the Caribbean or the Mexican Riviera. Aboard ship, you’ll enjoy fun activities, fabulous meals, the complete Nautica Spa* program, lavish Vegas-style shows, a friendly casino and all the pampering service Carnival is famous for At each sunny destination, there are beaches, water sports, sightseeing opportunities and duty-free shopping. Carnival offers more fun, sun and variety than any land vacation. And it’s all yours for one low. all-inclu­ sive price.To book your “Fun Ship" cruise vacation, call us today. 7 NIGHT CRUISE Q From $449 7106 Broadmoor Caledonia. Ml 49316 (Cornel of Kraft & Broadmoor) Premier Travel 554-0311 & Cruise Carnival The Moit Popular Cruise Line tn the World1. 06571244 MibbfevilTe Heritage Da^s (Kingdom Kids \ GET ALL THE NEWS OF BARRY COUNTY! The following surplus food commodities are sched­ uled for pick up. subject to dependent/income guide­ lines: beef stew, canned chickea tuna, pears, peaches, almonds, and flour mix. _ ______ _ __________ —.. Friday and Saturday, September 5th and 6th Heritage Days Entertainment Friday Evening 2003 StageCoach Park at the Gazebo Welcome: Miss Barry Country Miranda Covey 6:00 p.m. Bought and Paid For - Gospel 6:30 p.m. In His Name - Gospel 7:00 p.m. The Inspirations - 4 Part Harmony 7:30 p.m. Gun Lake Church Praise Band 8:00 p.m. One Way - Gospel 8:30 p.m. Tun & Colleen Acker - Acoustics Saturday Schedule of Events Pancake Breakfast (Fire Barn) 5K Walk and Run Paul Henry Trail 10:00 a.m. Heritage Days Parade - Trophys 1st and 2nd place 11:00 a.m. Arts & Crafts (Page Elementary) _ Car Show (Page Elementary) 11:30 a.m. Laser Tag (Page Gym) 8:00 a.m. 12:00 p.m. Tractor Pull, Kids Games, Petting Zoo, Chess Tournament - Adults and Children, 3-on-3 Basketball (School Grounds) Rotary Duck Race - Thornapple River 12:30 p.m. Horseshoe Tournament (Page Elementary) Mud and Sand Volleyball (Page Elementary) 1:00 p.m. Waterball Fight Several Fire Depts. 3:00 p.m. Pie Eating Contest Firefighters only! 5:00 p.m. Talent Contest, Middleville Christian Reformed Church For more information call Cheryl or Ray at 269- 795-4972 Events brought to you by these sponsors: Car Show - Gavin Chevrolet-Buick-Pontiac, Inc.; Stage Entertainment Carveth Village; Tractor Pull Bill Seif Chevrolet-Buick; Petting Zoo and kids games - HPS; Volleyball Sand and Mud Dan Valley. �Page 8/The Sun and News. Middleville. September 2. 20C3 William Boonstra CALEDONIA - William Boonstra, age 82. of Caledonia, went to be with his Lord. Tuesday. Aug. 26. 2003. He was preceded in death by his sisters. Genevieve Dekker. Mary Jane Stebbins, his brother. Francois Boonstra, his grandsons. Steve Billett. Richard (Bud) Poll. Randy Thurkettle; his great-granddaughter. Grace Visser. Bill is survived by his wife of 64 years. Frances (Frank) VerHuel; his children. Stuart and Jan Visser. Phillip and Shirley Sidebotham. Carroll and Darlene Billett. William Jr. and Theresa Boonstra. Martin and Denise Boonstra. Leon and Frances Huff. Richard and Sherry Poll. Rosemary Duemler. Melvin and Patricia Boonstra. Thomas and Patricia Sines; 30 grandchildren; 62 great- Doug Bradfords celebrate fiftieth wedding anniversary Hendrick-Winchel united in marriage Peg (Schliess) and Doug Bradford of Hastings/ Middleville were married July 31, 1953 in Hastings. In honor of their 50th wedding anniversary, their children. Steve (Tina) Bradford, Marcia (Dave) Zaitchek. Julia Freeman, Susan (Brian) Brogan, Barbara (Randy) Jordan, Laura (Mark) Deknatel, Tom (Robyn) Bradford and 16 grandchildren hosted a weekend picnic at Cold Brook Park. Galesburg on July 31 through August 2, 2003 One hundred family and friends attended from New Jersey to California fcj, « 1 dMMfc fc J <CALEDONIA COMMUNITY SCHOOLS FREE DEVELOPMENTAL INVENTORY ISo you have concerns about the speech, small or large motor skills, socialization, learning andJor growth of your preschool aged (2 112-4 yn.) child? We may be able to help! The Caledonia Community Schools will be conducting a developmental screen­ ing for preschool aged children to identify those who may benefit from early education intervention. __ If you are a Caledonia School District resident and *ould like to schedule a screening appointment or if you have questions about whether your child should be screened, please call 891-0219, The screening will take place Friday, September 12th. between 9KW a.m. and 3 JO p m. There is no fee for this service. (The next screening is planned for Winter. 2004 X. date to be announced.) _____ Kimberley (Hendnck) and Ryan Winchel were united in mamage on June 7. 2003 at Gun Lake Community Church. The parents of the couple are Jerry and Karen Hendrick of Wayland and Nancy Winchel of Texas and Larry Winchel of Hastings. Matron of honor was Kristy Hendrick, sister of the bnde. Wednesday, September 3 Bridesmaids were Marcy Moore, sister of the groom. Trade Breakfast for lunch. Hendrick, sister-in-law of the bride, Adrianne Wolf and French toast sticks, w/scramCarley Dunphey. fnends of the groom. bled eggs or hot dog on a Best man was Rob Leos, friend of the groom. Groomsmen were Jack Moore, brother-in-law of the groom, Jeff bun, potato wedges, juice, Hendnck. brother of the bride. Antonio Liceago and Randy milk. Thursday, September 4 Rcigler. both fnends of the groom. Ringbearers were Brayden Chicken noodle soup Moore and Riley Hendrick nephews of the bride and groom. Ushers were Shane Moore and Travis Moore, nephews of w/grilled cheese sandwich or ham and cheese on a bun, the groom. baby carrots w/ranch, fresh orange slices, milk. Friday, September 5 grandchildren; his niece. Bonnie Crump. Bill worked a variety of jobs, but is known and loved most for his loving devotion to his wife, children, grand­ children. great-grandchildren and his extended family. He will be missed by all. but the memory will ease the pain as well as the comfort of knowing Bill is in heaven w aiting for his family to join him. Funeral services for Bill were held Friday. Aug. 29, 2003 at Whitneyville Bible Church. Pastor Dennis Ross officiated. Interment Blaine Cemetery. Those wishing to honor Bill’s memory may make memorial contributions to Frances Boonstra. Arrangements were made by Matthysse KuiperDeGraff Funeral Home. T.K. SECONDARY SCHOOL LUNCH MENU Price-Kiel to wed Sept. 19 John and Christine Price of Freeport and Pat and Pam Dailey of Middleville and Doug Kiel of Grand Rapids are pleased to announce the engagement of their children, Jocelyn Price and Daniel Kiel. ©KU7B ©LP TO ©©© w FOR YOUR CONVENIENCE, WE NOW HAVE A DRIVE-UP ATM! 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Middleville Ml/September 2. 2003/Page 9 TK soccer will not have trouble finding future stars The Middleville AYSO season is set to begin with over 700 soccer players this fall, but there may still be time for any youngsters who haven't joined a team to get in the game Middleville AYSO season is getting underway with over 700 kids, ages 4 1/2 to 13, participating in the pro­ gram this year. There are 68 teams and over MX) individuals have volunteered as coaches, assistant coaches, referees, team parents, line judges, field maintenance workers, 'registration workers and board members to make this season possible. There are still a few open­ ings on some of the divi­ sions’ teams. The fee is $50 and includes 6 tall games. 6 spring games and a team uni­ form. Call Lisa Sinclair at 945-4622 to register. Practices started the week of August 25. The first games for Division 7, kids 4 1/2 to 5 years old. will be September 8. 9 and 10 start­ ing at 6:15 p.m. All other division games will begin on September 13 starting at 8:15 am and will finish by 1:15 p.m. The Division 7 games are held in front of the Thomapple Kellogg Middle School practice fields. The rest of the division games are held behind the TK Middle School and at the TK High School. Our oldest two divi­ sions will even be using the new turf in the Bob White Stadium for some of their games. The fields behind the Middle School were replant­ ed over the summer with help from Greenscape Lawn Care, and the league is excit­ ed to be using them. On Sat. September 13. TK High School is sponsoring “TKHS - AYSO Night!" Any Middleville AYSO player will be admitted to the high school games against East Kentwood for free if they wear their AYSO jer­ sey. This will be the varsity’s first ever Saturday night Rapid Cellular game, and a great opportuni­ ty to see the new facility and high school soccer program. The JV game starts at 5 p.m. and the Varsity game will begin at about 6:45 p m. For more information about Middleville AYSO. visit the website at www.middlevilleayso.org. Subscribe to the Hastings Banner. Call 945-9554 for more information. NEXTEL U la LI M I I LU All Next®1 —■’■ phones s100 ott*^ SOO ANYTIME CELLULAR MINUTES Instant Nationwide Connect Plan teg pnee on new activatio $49" ® de per month Teachers and government employees receive additional 27% OFF Looking for an investment representative? Ask the right questions Like most people, you probably are plenty busy with your work and family. So you may not have the time and expertise needed to thoroughly understand the investment world. That’s why you may w ant to w ork a professional investment rep­ resentative. But how do you find the right one? 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September 2. 2003 Ottos, continued from page 1 Dave Otto has a love affair with tractors, espe­ cially really old ones Lorraine Otto continues to create distinctive baskets. She also teaches basket weaving. Look for her hat in this year’s Heritage Day parade. creative baskets and gives lessons. They now spend a portion of the year in Honda. Both remember when Middleville was the center of commerce. Everyone used to go downtown on Saturday nights. “The streets were so crowded some people used to park their cars in the after­ noon and walk home just so they would have a parking space," Dave says. They have four sons. Ken. Martin. Tom and Chris and nine grandchildren. They are active in their church. United Methodist Church of Middleville, and are looking forward to the renovation being completed. The Otto farm has gone from a general farm to one concentrating on turkeys. Dave remembers when half a dressed hog was traded for 300 turkey eggs. 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Tickets are still available for the dinner. For more information call Barb Dykstra at 795-1142. A silent art auction featur­ ing the work of local artists will be held during the dinner. Proceeds from the auction will benefit additional com­ munity projects. The cost for the dinner is $25 per person or $40 per couple. The entree choices are chicken, broiled scrod or sizzler steak. The deadline for reserva­ tions is Sept. 4. 2W31 DRIVER ED' S HURRY! Going Fast! clear ance 5 8 IMPALA'S 3 ORDERED "wk Gj u r ncjLRY’S JIU1OVER ED 12 BUICK REGAL 1 BUICK aLESABR£ V DRIVER ED DRIVER ED Bill Seif Chevrolet Buick IK—Mcrea* 8 NO “DOC FEE” DEALER e K> • TuMOa* • Fnoay 84 Saw**, » '200 S 14-37 IN HASTINGS - 269-945-2425 1-600-235-2425 □ Goodwrench Service DEALER www.biHserfcbevbuick com — �The Sun and News. Middleville. Ml/September 2. 2003/ Page 11 John Robertson selected as VIP for Heritage Days Old and new The depot will be stabilized by having windows repaired and leaks fixed. The new fire station is being constructed just to the nght of the depot. Stabilizing the building is the first step in making decisions on its future. The Robertson Family. John and Maxine and their children Charles, Marc, Jane and Walter Jay. by Patricia Johns Staff Writer John Robertson, this year's Very Important Person selection, is the third generation of his family to work in banking. His daughter. Jane, is the fourth. Farmer's State Bank of Middleville was started by his grandfather, and today's Hastings City Bank can trace back 100 years of serving the community. John says. “When I got out of the war. I thought I was going to go back to working F' ” • 1,1 * p ’ Saving on home insurance is “No Problem.” | undreds of thousands of families are saving mono with Auto-Owners Insurance for the tr home and mobtie home protection. Stop in and ask us about quality pro­ tection. with flexi­ ble payment plans and “No Problem’ claim ^4uto-Owners Insurance INMI tMt HIM Oma laca S<- 006 NKOLAI President 497 Arlington St (M-37) P.O Box 99 Mt0dievii>e Ml 49333 (269) 891-8208 (289) 795-3302 Toll free (800) 706-3302 Fax (269) 795-3935 yl B will be closed THURSDAY MORNING, SEPTEMBER 4th due to our power system being off. We will open at 12 Noon. John and Jane Robertson are the third and fourth generations of their family to work in what is now known as Hastings City Bank, on the farm. I just started working at the bank to help out over the summer.” He retired 35 years later. He owns the crank operat­ ed adding machine the bank used and has the original ledger from 1903. listing the first deposits. "I couldn't have imagined the changes that would take place in banking." he said. While John didn't start working in the bank until 1943 he was familiar with the business from spending lime w ith his dad there. He and his wife. Maxine, have been married for 62 years. They were grand mar­ shals of the Heritage Days parade in 1998. In addition to Jane, the Robertsons have three sons. Charles. Marc and Waller Jay. John and Jane shared sto­ ries of the bank robbery (Farmer s State Bank bags were found empty in Boston) and the day that to get to the bank to pay workers at White's John and Jane rode horses through roads clogged with snow in order to open the bank. The horses stayed in the basement for the entire day. The Robertsons now raise Scottish highlands cattle. Graphics John Robertson has enjoyed living in this area and seeing the changes and meeting the people who live here. MAPLE VALLEY 02587017 news news?; The Sun a.500% 5.784% Act now to get these great rates. 7 Year Walloon Kate Mortgages 5.750% 6.117% APR 629 W. State St., Hastings (Located across from K-mart) MAIflfrREET ' SAVINGS BANK Your Bank. Your Future ‘Annual Percentage Pate ae> of Au^uet 23, 2003, and i6 sutyect to change. AFT. to ca cuiated veiny n 3Oyear amontoatkxi. £ mortgage, refinancing, home equity loan, line of credit, construction loan, and more. 616-374-8849 Iqual Housing Lender Member FDIC i �Page 12/The Sun and News. Middleville. September 2. 2003 GFVIC’s annual home tour set for Sept. 28 Sticks and Stones will again serve as hospitality center. The home of Dorothy Jones. This year’s home tour, sponsored by the General Federation of Women’s Clubs (GFWC)-Gun Lake Area, will be held Sunday. Sept. 28, from 1 to 5 p.m. Marjory Richards, chair­ woman of the event, said. "The homes on this year's tour are varied, unique, fun and interesting. “You enjoyed Sticks & Stones (12324 Marsh Road) last year as our hospitality center and we are pleased to have them again." Donation to visit the homes is $10 and tickets are available in advance at the Sea Shanty, 11402 M-179 (Chief Noonday Road), at The Water’s Edge at 2606 Patterson Road, the pharma­ cy at Weick’s Foodtown on 124th Avenue, and at the hospitality center at Sticks & Stones. Admission tickets are available at the homes the day of the event as well. Publicity Chair Fran Leonard indicated that "funds raised from this event finance the many and varied community, county, and state programs and projects of the club.” Some of these include food baskets, hats and mit­ tens. the Adopt-A-Highway program, cards for veterans, gifts and programs for the Senior Center in Wayland. Girlstown in Belleville. Bay Cliff in the Upper Peninsula, Interlochen. Yankee Springs Township Park, and more. “Donations are well spent in the community and sup­ port is greatly appreciated," Leonard added. The homes included on Barbara Albrecht's home. 15000 lb. GVWR, automatic, air, hitch & trailer brake. only 4OK miles. *18,500 CAVIN • Chevrolet • Buick • Pontiac 795-3318 • 891-8151 M-37 North of Middleville, Across from Middlevilla SALES HOURS: Mon. & Wed. 8 to 8; Tues.. Thurs. & Fri. 8 to 6: Sat. 8 to 1 SERVICE HOURS: Mon. 8 to 8; Tues. - Fri. 8 to 5. this year’s tour are: 1. Roberta "Birdie" Wierenga resides in a new condominium at 1632 Parker Drive. Unique woodwork­ ing with oak cabinetry with cherry crown moldings which compliment the tiles surround in the kitchen. The dining/living room combina­ tion has a gas fireplace with cherry surround and walks out to the all season porch and deck combination. Two large bedrooms and two full baths on the first level with completely finished lower level for additional visitors. "Birdie has decorated with wonderful borders around her home" said Richards "and the Spartans of Michigan State and the Wolverines of Michigan are well represented on the wall of the garage." 2. Club member Barbara Albrecht has remodeled the cottage at 1182 Lynn Drive on Payne Lake into a yearround home. With state land across the lake the view of Christopher J. Hier, D.D.S. 616-891-1240 General Dentistryfor Children & Adults —..NEW PAI i WELCOME — Early Morning & Evening Appointments Available Cont etnently located on M-37 in Caledonia (Right on the way to orfrom work) Quality dental care in a relaxed and friendly atmosphere. Your Smile The First Thing People See! The home of Ray and Alice Vanscaik. the woods is perpetual. and the grounds, Ray’s 58 When remodeling started years of experience as a pat­ after 12 years of using the tern maker for Wolverine building as a cottage, the Pattern Model Works, shines roof was raised to create a through. Notice the original­ vaulted ceiling, add an addi­ ly designed heating system tional bedroom, utility, foyer in the living room, the tex­ and garage on the roadside tured hood vent over the and enlarge the living room stove in the kitchen and the on the lakeside. Skylights in iron fencing and gate around both bathrooms and galley the yard, especially the gate kitchen provide a lot of natu­ on the fence which came ral light and wainscoting from the sewing machine at throughout adds texture. All Streeter’s Hotel. bedrooms have pocket doors The house was turned 90 to save space and the master degrees to optimize the view suite has lovely oriental of the lake. The boys’ and decor. girls' bedrooms are on the French doors lead to the second level. Feel the multi level deck complete mahogany stair railing. This with full Sunsetter awning. piece of wood came all the Notice the snail coffee table way from Colorado. There is in the living room. This plenty of hidden storage home is roomy, functional behind the second story linen and an easy place to live in. closet. The master bedroom 3. The "Gingerbread on the first floor has a full House." This unique home at bath with an additional half 2655 Oakleigh, on Gun Lake bath leading from the back Jias been the home of Alice door to the main house. and Ray Vanschaik for 28 Ask Ray why there are so years. many hearts around and he'll "Not much has changed say. "We were married on over that time, especially the Valentine’s Day. that why." charm" says Richards, "and 4. One of the stone cot­ that charm includes the own­ tages over on Pickerel Cove ers." Throughout the home Continued next page �The Sun and News. Middleville. Ml/September 2. 2003/ Page 13 Birdie Wierenga’s condo. The house of Ron and Denise Kraai. From previous page is that of Ron and Denise Kraai, a restored, yet up-todate wonder. This home was built by Percy Ross in the 1930s. He hand dug the full basement after the original building was in place. The Kraais enlarged the home by adding on the master bedroom, walk-in closets and bath and taking the living room out to the edge of the porch, n place now is a screened porch with a painted floor and two ceiling fans that walks out to the decking. Views of Blackbird Island and pickerel cove are great! The master bathroom has large tiles, and heated floor­ ing which makes this home great for a year round resi­ dence. There are Knotty Pine ceilings and walls. Ihe man­ tle was created from the other half of the log that serves as the brace for the swing in the yard. 'There are such wonderful things to enjoy about this place," said Leonard, 'that you could spend a lot of time just walking around." An example: The hurri­ cane shutters on the front windows, memorial gardens, stone walk around house and garage, back porch swing, stone masonry to match the original building, gargoyles on the front porch, and more. 5. This next home was the dream of Dorothy Jones’ late husband, Chuck, and is nes­ tled in the woods at 1030 South Briggs Road. It is big. with plenty of space for grandchildren. The light oak kitchen and breakfast bar sits next to the formal dining r<x>m and both look out the back into the woods. The deck is off the dining room. Besides the master suite that includes a large bath, there is a guest bedroom that serves as Dorothy’s ‘office’ and a full bath as well. The laundry room is off the garage for convenience. This home has a variety of "collections’ that include steins, butterflies, birdhouses and Teddy bears. The lower level is completely finished and plumbed for an addition­ al kitchen. There is plenty of room here with sliders out to the lower level patio. “This is a great home and if you love the woods, this place is it!" said Leonard. 6. The Hospitality Center. Sticks & Stones at 12325 Marsh Road served very well in 2002, so much so that it is on the tour once again. Owners Shawna Dam and Dee Kraai have brought a unique gift and garden shop to the Gun Lake area. It includes verything from planting supplies, large wood fish to decorate your den. soaps, candles, teas, coffees, books, antiques, etc. "Refreshments will be served here for tourgoers, so don’t miss this fun place or the homes on this year’s tour’ said Leonard. For more information about the tour, call Richards at (269) 795-8731 or on line at netgranny<<»'chartcrmi.net or call Leonard at (269) 7958731 or on line at leonardCtfvoyager.net. BRUCE'S FRAME & ALIGNMENT • Complete Frame Repair • Professional Color Matching Loaner Cars • Front End Alignment • Collision Repair • Glass Repair call. .. 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This opened the way to reject the portion dealing with the pay for the supervisor, with legal advice supporting this approach. No action would allow the rec­ ommendations to go into effect without action in 45 days. Supervisor Bryan Harrison stated "Regarding recommendations... on the position of supervisor. I will not support the recommenda­ tion for increasing the pay for the supervisor. "The citizens of the com­ mission recognize that pay raises are important... they did not want pay levels to be a disincentive for people to run. "Though I respectfully disagree with the recommen­ dations... regarding supervi­ sor. because I do not feel the current pay level deters indi­ viduals from seeking the position." Harrison said this did not deter him or others from run­ ning. He said citizens also supported the recommenda­ tions. recognizing the time officials put into their jobs. "The commission acted consistent with its charge, and presented the facts, free of people and personalities of the current board mem­ bers.’ Harrison said. “In a sense I owe them an apology because my comments and concerns relate to my per­ sonal feelings in willingness to work without an increase." The salary recommended for supervisor was to be $27,087 for next year and $29,254 for 2005. based on a 30-hour work week. Many supervisors are paid an aver­ age of $36,500. Harrison said on Augt 6 that he actually works between 15 and 20 hours, and was embarrassed over the amount. He said the clerk and treasurer put in much more time. He asked the board to join with him in rejecting the board s recommendation for the supervisor's salary, resulting in no increase, which was done. Treasurer Jill Cardwell asked for more information about the comparisons made with other communities, which was made available. She also pointed out there had been no increase in life insurance and that trustees also receive an additional $1,500 to their salaries per year if they do not take health insurance benefits. The compensation board was aw are of this, but did not consider it as the deciding factor, it was explained rate of $102 per meeting in 2004 and increased to $110 per meeting in 2005. The as erage per diem is $156 per ‘Though I respectfully disagree with the recommendations... regarding supervisor, because I do not feel the current pay level deters individuals from seeking the position.” - Bryan Harrison, Twp. supervisor Harrison said Each of the other recom­ meeting. trustees salaries are below mendations were approved. the time and effort they put Caledonia’s Compensation Commission, established in in. Both the position and per­ 2001. and represented by sonalities in the community John Buchan, made recom­ had demanded a great deal of mendations for township time, he said. In a matter not dealt with official salary increases effective for 2004 and 2005. by the compensation com­ Members of the commission mission. Fire Department are Buchan. Mary Christi, insurance was continued, Katherine Newell. William and is to be audited by the Fire Safety and Emergency Zourdos and Tim Morris. The commission used 10 Services Board to determine to 12 townships, based on if coverage is adequate. A SEV and population for future policy may include comparison. Job content, additional coverage. Additional research is also hours, current salary and poor years’ raises, and spe­ to be conducted on medical cial circumstances for the coverage for the township township were considered. staff, hoping to find a better They used township com­ provider with a better plan pensation surveys, assess­ and better costs. Trustee ments. and talked to associa­ Richard Robertson said he tions to gather data, summa­ would like the recommenda­ rize and consider details sup­ tion to be in place by the porting their recommenda­ time of the budget workshop. In the tax administration tions. Buchan, representing the matter, Cardwell reported commission earlier in that the county tax adminis­ August, said about increase tration system is to be decen­ percentages, "The tralized, and the townships Employers Association aver­ will again take on those age for all categories is duties. Over six years, the roughly for 3.28 percent. savings over the county sys­ Michigan COLA was 1.5 tem will be about $125,000 and will bring work into the percent. Our Hometown Charitable Organization "The average wage in township. New software will be Kent County is $34.(XX)." The treasurer is to be com­ needed, she said. In order to pensated at $31,439 in 2004 convert historical data, there MISSION: To enrich and enhance the and $32,381 for the follow­ will be an additional cost. quality of life in the Thornapple Area The current computer soft­ ing year. by acting as a leader and catalyst in Cardwell said many of the ware system will not support office staff have not had a the change, Cardwell said. the evolving needs of the community. The township's assessor, raise in two years, and hoped action would be taken to Laura Stob. later made an appeal for an increase of remedy the situation. For scholarship and charitable gift information, The clerk’s salary is to be hours and additional help, please write to: $30,668 for next year and and was allocated an addi­ P.O. Box 164 Middleville. Michigan 49333-0164 tional four hours for herself $31,588 for 2005. tktaef@hotmail.com 06570990 Trustees are to be paid at a and additional hours of employee time. 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" Harrison said he was con­ cerned over making this a full-time position with addi­ tional costs. He said Palmer was trained to support her position. and Elaine Veltman. in the administra­ tive assistant position, also was supposed to support the assessing department. He advocated setting given time blocks for these employees to work on assessment tasks. He said hiring temporary help during heavy work peri­ ods could be another option. Clerk Pat Snyder explained that Palmer already spends a lot of time allocated to the fire depart­ ment. Since hiring Stob. the state has required the clerk s department to provide secre­ tarial and clerical help to the fire department, demanding increased hours of her time. "1 feel we can’t afford for De to work any length of time." Snyder said some­ times an hour was too much and could not commit any type of hours for the assess ing department. Snyder was not sure if some portion of Palmer's time could be charged to the fire depart­ ment. Stob said if approved for four more hours of her own time, more support help was still needed. She said her time cost more. She could train someone at a different level than her own. With part-time positions, health insurance was not a built-in cost, she pointed out. Harrison argued that tem­ porary help could be hired at times of peak demand, and not on an ongoing basis. Snyder, who has consis­ tently opposed having more full-time township employ­ ees. said she would support a full-time assessor because of her experience when the position had been full time. Cardwell moved to approve four more hours of Slob's time with a salary increase, plus ten hours of scheduled time by Veltman and ten hours of unscheduled time by Palmer. Stob said she would be willing to train Veltman. with a potential for becom­ ing an assessor level I. She said she wanted to review the situation in three months. The assessor's department is entering the busiest season, which is from October through early winter. CHERRY VALLEY DENTAL KEVIN VANDERHEIDE, D.D.S. “Dr. VanderHetde’s great personality made me feel at ease. He jII 9809 Cherry I I Valley, Suite G || Caledonia, Ml H 49316 VACANT LAND 7T5 8OLMAS ML St Bcaunte Tfwraappte Rner tructage an* I aoe. Rmk* h»e. 4 tahu® po«My 5* « Ax. wafcoal, deci. 2 fireplaces Must pet Made S229.9OI tKS*O0145. three days a week, she said, but has put in extra hours without pay. She did not ask for extra help at the begin­ ning in order to assess the actual needs. Harrison said as a salaried employ ee, extra hours are not strictly observed. Stob reasoned that all of the township tax bills and revenues are based on the assessments. She said 14 years before. Caledonia had a full-time assessor. Since then the number of parcels to be assessed had doubled, but the work had quadrupled. Trustee Bill Bravata said she still finds properties with no assessments on them. "The work for the town­ ship is only going to grow." Stob said. She provided data to document her assessment of needs for the department, which she said is under­ staffed. She recommended an additional 24-hour assistant but said Caledonia would still be one of the lowest staffed townships. She said she believed she had tried different options. One was to use De Palmer's time, already approved for 20 hours, but the clerk's depart­ ment takes precedence for Palmer's time, and regular hours have not worked out. Stob has used temporary help, but said she needs not just leftover time, but a well trained person, who could be available with uninterrupted time on a consistent basis both in the office and with residential field work. There would be enough left in the assessor's budget to cover this year, she said, and wanted approval to hire someone. She said this request was very conserva­ tive, and might actually require more later on. Cardwell supported the request. She said the infor­ mation Stob provided docu­ mented the hours needed, and comparisons to other areas. The township records and maps had declined when the assessor time went down to two days a week, but since then, Cardwell said Caledonia has not met the legal requirements. Trustee Wally Bujak sup­ ported the request for addi­ tional assistance. Harrison said, "We recog­ nize the difference you've made in the assessing depart­ ment, appreciate the profes­ sionalism, the changes made took time to explain all my options and 1 was extremely happy wrth the work done." — Kirn-Owner of Essential Bean “I've always been anxious about going to the dentist, but Dr. VanderHeide made the appointment fun and comfortable for me." — Liz Sorsen, Community School Teacher • GREAT WITH KIDS U *OE BtlLMM, STI noari a Thntfffe Tap. at a pm* hrn a ■ an «f taaatM barn Omt»thaoa Ufct 2 pact* mM* SM«tt«a* (OJE1JSMT far ugbnMMa^ An Sauk 893 5553 Je» 5—U 893 ’ 555 ------------------------------------- - (616) 891-4424 • HONEST, QUALITY SERVICE DONE WITH INTEGRITY ENTER TO WIN A FREE BLEACH KIT �The Sun and News. Middleville. Ml/September 2. 2003/ Page 15 Caledonia Public Cable n ccess won’t air soon by Ruth Zachar> Staff Writer Broadcasts of public meet­ ings or the lack of them was discussed Aug. 20 by the Caledonia Township Board. Programming continues not to be aired on the public access channel, and rumors about sabotage and officials not wanting meetings to be shown have circulated. was not aware it was to be moved anywhere, ’let alone to the utilities building, with no type of lease arrangement or secure location arrange­ ment.* had taken steps to change the locks at a cost of $240. The key gave access to much more than the TV channel equipment, she explained. Cardwell’s reasons, which were to protect the security of the utilities systems and water supplies of the com­ munity during these times of public security concerns, were supported by Harrison. 'That s for Al-Quaeda. not SYNOPSIS for citizens having access." VILLAGE OF MIDDLEVILLE Harrison said. COUNCIL MEETING MINUTES "A year ago. you were AUGUST 06. 2003 The regular meeting of the concerned about fencing in Village of Middleville Michigan our well caps for the security Council was called to order at of our water system," she 7:00 p m by Mr Lon Myers. Council President of the Village said to Harrison. Clerk Pat Snyder also sup­ of Middleville. Michigan, in the Council Chamber of the Village ported her action. Hall Members present Mr Floyd Cardwell later explained Bray. Mrs Dorothy Corson. Mr she had no malicious intent William Kenyon. Mr Michael Lytle. Mr Lon Myers. Mr Charles by people helping to move Pullen and Mrs Marilyn the equipment. But she VandenBerg Minutes of the July alluded to the rumors and 22. 2003 meeting were approved said. "I can guarantee you as corrected The Agenda was there is no one in the town­ approved as written ship office or the village ACTIONS TAKEN 1 Approved Resolution #03- office that would not want 021. Establish Mugridge and that tape not shown on the Schellinger as Signatures for Main Street Bank Account on a cable channel." Before placing the equip­ motion made by Mrs VandenBerg and supported by ment in the utilities building, Mr Lytle Roll caH vote resulted in Utilities Administrator Rich all Aves Pierson said he would want 2 Approved the invoices dated August 01. 2003 in the amount of to be sure his staff would not $104 479 53 on a motion made be interrupted by placement by Mr Pullen and supported by of the equipment there. Mrs. VandenBerg. Trustee Richard 3. Accepted the low bid tor de­ icing salt from Cargill Deicing in Robertson said the basement the amount of $35.85 per ton on of the town hall was not a motion made by Mr. Bray and where the equipment should supported by Mr Lytle be. something agreed to by 4 Approved drilling of up to many officials, and the rea­ two test wells, by BWC, on Village property at a site agree­ son for his earlier motion on able by Village officials on a Aug. 6. He thought the utili­ motion made by Mr Bray and ties building would be a con­ supported by Mr Kenyon venient and adequate space 5 Authorized Mr. Gruesbeck to obtain a proposal from MML where it could be moved to. regarding handling the process He had made the motion at and help with locating a new the previous meeting to Village Manager on a motion amend the budget and secure made by Mr Bray and supported the equipment. by Mr Kenyon. Others thought the move 6 Adjourned the meeting at 7:55 p m. on a motion made by was not part of the motion. Mr. Bray and supported by Mrs Ironically the video tape VandenBerg which might have verified Respectfully submitted the exchange was "not avail­ Rhonda L. Fisk, Clerk able." The complete text of the minutes Robertson asked to amend may be read at the Village Halt between the hours of 9:00 a m the previous meeting min­ and 5 XX) p.m., Monday through utes to include his motion to Friday amend the budget to $5,000 oes’ore* The board had a proce­ dural disagreement over an attempt to move the cable equipment to the utilities building, following a motion Aug. 6 to budget funds to make equipment improve­ ments and secure the cable equipment. After that meeting, while equipment was being moved. Treasurer Jill Cardwell, who VILLAGE OF VILLAGE OF MIDDLEVILLE MIDDLEVILLE MEETING NOTICE A regular meeting of the Charier Township of Caledonia Board of Trustees will be held beginning at 7:00 pm on Wednesday. September 3. 2003, at the Caledonia Township/ Village Hall, 250 Maple Street, Caledonia. Michigan NOTE Individuals with disabili­ ties may request auxiliary aids and services for the meeting by contacting the Township Clerk at (616) 891-0070 TENTATIVE AGENDA 1. CALL TO ORDER/ROLL CALL 2. PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE AND INVOCATION 3 CONSIDERATION OF THE MEETING AGENDA 4 PUBLIC COMMENT (BRIEF - UP TO 2 MINUTES) 5. APPROVAL OF THE CON­ SENT AGENDA A Minutes of the August 20. 2003 Board of Trustees Meeting B Correspondence Not Re­ quiring Board Action C Approval to Pay Bills D. 1st Reading - Ordinance to amend the Zoning Ordinance for Stauffer’s Cove. 6. INQUIRY OF CONFLICT OF INTEREST. 7. REPORTS FROM BOARD OFFICERS AND STAFF. 8. CORRESPONDENCE 9. UNFINISHED BUSINESS. A PDR Funds Authorization for Good Farm B. Discussion - Non-Payment of Utility Charges by Little Lambs Organization C. Action on Caledonia Excavating Bid. D. Decision on Lepard Park Public Hearing Date E. Consideration to Authorize Attorney to Amend T&M Contract 10. NEW BUSINESS. A. Resolution Establishing Township Property Tax Rates for 2003 11. BOARD COMMENTS. 12. PUBLIC COMMENT (EX­ TENDED - UP TO 5 MINUTES) 13. ADJOURNMENT. tvtM Some things are meant to be a certain way... Like insurance from Pioneer State Mutual. • Comprehensive coverage for homes and vehicles. • Discounts tor insuring both your home and car • Quick claims response and sound advice It s the way insurance should be. STAUFFER & WIGGERS INSURANCE AGENCY 612 E. Main St. • Caledonia. Ml 49316 616.891 9294 to include moving the equipment to a secure location. Clerk Pat Snyder said she thought a good location for "I can guarantee you there is no one in the township office or the village office that would not want that tape not shown on the cable channel." - Treasurer Jill Cardwell Trustee Bill Bravata said he did not recall the moving aspect of the motion, but even if it had been made, there was no conversation about "where we're moving, why we're moving... how we're moving, how much it will cost, etc." Spending the budget and making the move would need to be discussed further, he said. Harrison said he was will­ ing to change the minutes, reflecting Robertson's inten­ tion, but also noted the motion had not been dis­ cussed as to details of the move. Cardwell said it was felt the equipment is not in a secure location, but "nothing was ever said about moving this equipment. It's ironic that you will support it (changing the minutes) when the very day after the meet­ ing, you instructed the man­ ager to move the equipment to the utilities building." She added. "Access to the key to that building... also allows access to every utility in this township." The Aug. 6 minutes were revised with discussion con­ tinued later. the equipment was in a space located on the village side of the town hall, which has an exterior door that could be accessed by authorized per­ sonnel. Robertson said. "My big concern is that the cable TV needs to be on the air." Ever since the move has been to increase security, it has been off the air. he said. He said he would like it to be moved and to get on with it. Cardwell said she agreed and didn't care where it was placed. The village space offered would only need a lock change, she said. Tom Apol, when asked, said that room would not have enough space to house the equipment. He explained what equipment was needed, and that more space would be required. Apol said the current equipment was not capable of broadcasting, and had not been for a long time. He said the equipment had been ’sabotaged." Trustee Wally Bujak asked Apol to make an ideal equipment placement layout so .1 place could be found where it will fit. Harrison said he would like to create an independent authority in which the school, township ami village were all represented, to then provide the authority w ith its own budget and location, which would determine the programming, operation and filming, independently from a political entity. "All we would have to do is take our tape, providing it didn’t get lost, and deliver it to the authority to be put in their schedule of program­ ming." He said the move should be delayed until a transition plan was made, to be brought up in September. Harrison said this was one of the most under-utilized assets of the community. NOTICE VILLAGE OF FREEPORT The Village of Freeport Planning Commission currently has 2 seats open for appointment. Any resident or prop­ erty owner within the Village interested in serving on the Planning Commission may pick up an application from the Village Office at 200 State St., Freeport, Ml 49058 RESOLUTION (03-022) OF THE MIDDLEVILLE > VILLAGE COUNCIL ^/chig^ TO AMEND THE MIDDLEVILLE VILLAGE CODE OF ORDINANCES AUGUST 26, 2003 WHEREAS, an Ordinance to amend the Middleville Village Code of Ordinances, by adding to new subsection to Section 2 of Article II of Chapter 2 of said code. THE VILLAGE OF MIDDLEVILLE ORDAINS: 1. Chapter 2, Article II is hereby amended by the addition of the new subsection dealing with the residency requirement for all Village officers, reading as fol­ lows: Sec. 2-21 Members of Planning Commission, Housing Commission and Zoning Board of Appeals; Residency. 'Ail members of the Village of Middleville Planning Commission, Housing Commission and Zoning Board of Appeals shall be residents of the Village of Middleville.’ 2 This Ordinance as adopted shall take effect upon publication CERTIFICATION We, Rhonda Fisk and Lon Myers, Village Clerk and Village President, respective­ ly, for the Village of Middleville hereby certify that the foregoing amendments to the Middleville Village Code of Ordinances was adopted at a regular meeting of the Village Council of the Village of Middleville on the 26th day of August, 2003 YEAS: Bray, Corson, Kenyon, Lytle, Myers. Pullen, VandenBerg NAYS None Lon Myers, President Rhonda Fisk, Clerk �.Page 16/The Sun and News. Middleville. September 2. 2003 First days of school for Caledonia students Emmons Lake Elementary is already back in the swing of things due to their alter­ native calendar. Hard at work these second grade art students are learning to put their imaginations to the test with interpretations.' These Dutton Elementary students in Marcia Shaner s music program find out that music isn’t all about just singing. Body movement and hand motions are just as an important part of the music curriculum as noise. Photos by Cathy Rueter One of the best parts about returning to school at Caledonia High School is recon­ necting with old friends and making new ones. Caledonia Middle Schoolers were greeted in the halls by parents and staff in funny hats and merry smiles as they exited from their first (half) day of school on Monday, August 25. Now Accepting New Clients! C&K Business Services LLC—CPA Tax Preparation, Planning, Advisory Bookkeeping, Payroll and Tax Filing Business Accounting Systems— Great Plains, QuickBooks— Training, Implementation and support. Doa’t I •dcrcktimate tbe Voioe of a CPA i 12 Eau Street Caklvu*. W/ 49319 02564936 Tel: 616-891-5789 Standing in line and waiting for the bus ride home is just a natural part of this Kettle Lake Elementary students first week. Need wedding invitations? Stop by and checkout the large selection at J-Ad Graphics Printing Plus North of Hastings on M-43 Highway in the grey bam Jessica Pickard, 7, a second grader at Caledonia Elementary, takes a moment out of studying to play a game with a friend. �The Sun and News. Middtevtlte. MhSeptembef 2. 2003/ Page 17 Little Lambs gets a 9-month lease by Ruth Zachary Staff Writer Confusion about a motion made by the Caledonia Township Board for Little Lambs Day Care Aug. 6 led to a new motion Aug. 20 for their lease of Alaska Hall. The motion extends the terms and conditions of the old lease to the cooperative organization for nine months. The township would make necessary roof repairs, and Little Lambs would make necessary code upgrades to the building, as needed, to obtain their occu­ pancy permit. Caledonia Township Supervisor Bryan Harrison said the township, as land­ lord. now must bring the building up to code. His feel­ ing was it was not an asset to the township and said he would not support the motion, though he made it. A Little Lambs spokes­ woman said it was docu­ mented on paper they had made nearly $15,000 of improvements to the build­ ing in the past two years. In addition, she said Vice Electric had donated around $10,(NX) in improvements. The co-op paid $4.8(X) in rent last year, and the town­ ship had approximately that much in the budget to do repairs. Repeated calls when leaks were a problem were not addressed, she said. She asked how they could be sure the township would repair the roof. A list to bring the building up to code made by the building inspector was said to have been adjusted. She wanted the terms to be spe­ cific for this date. Trustee Bill Bravata explained that he was not in favor of a dollar lease as ear­ lier proposed. Some resi­ dents want to keep the build­ ing. but he does not. He has advocated selling the build­ ing to Little Lambs so they have a permanent home. ’My opinion is that we ought to give you a satisfactory price on that building, and make that your building, your leaky roof, your prob­ lem." Trustee Wally Bujak said he would not support the motion, and did support a long term lease. "1 don't think it’s right to put them in this building for another nine months. 1 don't know that a quick repair to the roof is acceptable. We have budgeted $6,000 for the maintenance of that building. We spent zero dollars. Let's spend $6000 and fix the roof." Trustee Richard Robertson said he had no attachment to the building, but the land it sits on will be there long after the building is gone. He was not sure the building should be sold for a small amount, or at least the township might buy other land with the money. He said land is a valuable asset and questioned selling it. Clerk Pat Snyder brought up the need for acquisition of land for cemetery use. Bravata said "Another option... the money we got from Little Lambs, if we can prove we can justify the pur­ chase of a new fire station could be put into that. That would be an excellent invest­ ment for our township." He suggested selling it with a first right of refusal, or Scot golfers top Wyoming Park by taking tie breaker The Caledonia varsity boys’ golf team opened the O-K Gold season with a vic­ tory by besting Wyoming Park The top five shooters com­ bined for each squad finished with a total of 155. and the Scots came away with the win by taking the tie-breaker at Ironwood Golf Course. Leading the Scots were Abe and Isaac Mulvihill with 38’s. Chris Leatherman shot a 39 for Caledonia, and Loren Crandell and Eric Foote each shot 40. The Scots are now 2-0 on the season, and I -0 in confer­ ence play. Caledonia hosts its second league contest this Wednesday, against Byron Center, then on Friday the Scots will make the trip from Kent County to the J-Ad Barry County Classic at Hastings Country Club. a buyback clause. Harrison said selling the property would require bids on the open market and sell­ ing a township asset at less than its true value is not an option. It was last appraised at around $250,000. Ham son said he was still in favor of the lease in which Little Lambs would have the obligation of the building and the township would hold the deed to the property. Trustee Larry Stauffer dis­ agreed. He pointed out there are other non-profit groups who also might benefit from such a deal. The board approved extending the old lease for nine months, with Manager Dave Zylstra to administer the repairs. Members of Little Lambs spoke during public com­ mentary of their disappoint­ ment over the decision. 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September 2. 2003 Heritage Days, continued from page 1 The Middleville Babtist Church brings 3 on 3 basketvall to Heritage Days for the third time. per six-person team. At least two of the six members of each team must be of the same sex. Trophies will be presented for first and second place. Tshirts will be presented to the first five teams who pay their registration fee. New this year is a petting zoo for younger children and laser tag for the older kids, in addition the committee has completed new games for the children’s area. A horseshoe tournament. Knight Moves chess tourna­ ment. three-on-three basket­ ball and food booths will make for a great Saturday. The local parks and rec commission also is bringing back the horseshoe tourney. Held at Page, the cost is $5 per person or $10 a two-per­ son team. Mike Bremer says, “Sign-up will be at Page immediately following the parade. We hope to start tossing at 11:30 a.m." This is the third year that the Knight Moves chess tournament will fill the Page All-Purpose room. This room from I p.m. until the end of the tournament is the Dig A Tree Transplanting L.L.C. 50" & 45” Spade Trucks State Inspected & Licensed Nursery Colorado Blue & Black Hill Spruce 6’ - 12’ Reasonable rates up to 5” in diameter — Move or sell yours or ours — ONE YEAR GUARANTEE 269-795-2232 “Trees make a world of difference” • Add Property Value • Accents • Borders • Lot Lines Year Round Green • Shade • Wildlife quietest place in Middleville. Players can sign up on Saturday from 12:30 p.m. on. The cost is $5 a player, youth or adult. Call 7957644 with questions. The Middleville Mackers 3 on 3 Basketball tourna­ ment. sponsored by Pastor Alan Moody and the high school students and staff from the First Baptist Church, will return to Heritage Days Saturday from 12:30 to 5:30 p.m. Early registration is avail­ able at the church until Friday, Aug. 29. The early fee is $36. A late fee of $45 is charged after Aug. 29. Late registrations will be taken until 12:30 p.m. Saturday at Page elementary. The fee includes at least three games and T-shirts for each participant. In addition, trophies will be given to the first, second and third place winners in each division. The Middleville Star con­ test performances will be held at the Middleville Reformed Church in the late afternoon. Food will be available at the performance Introducing... Ed's New Complete Auto & Truck Glass Service! 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Performances may be vocal or instrumental and individual or groups of up to five members. All participants must apply in advance to receive a time slot for judging. Judging will take after the Heritage Day morning parade and on into the after­ noon. The judges are local musicians and music teach­ ers. The judges will chose the top three performances from each age category and those top three will perform on stage Saturday evening. The winner of each category will be chosen via audience vot­ ing. Organizer Tom DeVries says, “This is intended to be a fun contest.” Prizes will be awarded based on the dona­ tions of the sponsors. DeVries welcomes queries from sponsors. He can be reached at 795-3667. Since this is a church sponsored performance event open for all ages, only songs with appropriate lyrics will be permitted. All lyrics must be written out and sub­ mitted to the judges al time of performance. Any song deemed inappropriate such as songs with immoral lyrics and songs with emphasis on themes like drinking, gam­ bling. drugs, etc. will not be allowed. If in doubt, partici­ pants may subnut songs in advance for approval. Up to five members may be in a group. Vocal and instrumental performances are both allowed. This is a music contest, not a dancing competition. Appropriate gestures dunng singing is allowed, but danc­ ing is not part of the compe­ tition. The performance time before the judges is limited to five minutes. However, in the evening each per- The color guard welcomes all to the parade former/group will be given picking up applications park about a 13-minute time slot. in the parking lot when get­ This total time performers ting their application. have on stage, not perform­ Applications must be ance time. Therefore assum­ received by Aug. 30. Mail to: ing quick set-up, a performer Middleville Christian may perform longer than the Reformed Church, P.O. Box five-minute limit that was 127, Middleville Ml 49333. used in the afternoon judg­ For more information, call ing. DeVries at 795-3667 or Total performing time is Kathv Dtxirnbos at 795limited to 10 minutes within 9651. the 13 minutes on stage. All During the Saturday night additional material must be performance, the church will written out and approved' at have hot dogs and soft drinks the afternoon judging to be for sale. included in the evening per­ Fun, games, food, musicformance. and more. This year’s Performers who have a Heritage Days celebration is complicated setup may have the one to enjoy. this cut into their perform­ Sponsors of this year’s ance time. However, as events are Bill Seif much as possible like drums Chevrolet-Buick of and other equipment will be Hastings, Carveth Village of set up in advance to mini­ Middleville, Gavin mize set-up time. The church Chevrolet-Buick-Pontiacis providing a full sound sys­ Ford-Mercury of tem to make for faster transi­ Middleville, Hospital tions. Purchasing Services and Dan Applications are available Valley Excavating of at the church, which is locat­ Middleville. ed at 708 W Mam St. in For more information Middleville. They are in the about Heritage Days call Ray box by the information sign or Cheryl Peters at 795in front of the church. 4972. DeVries asks that people Reach over 11,000 area homes with an ad in the Sun & News. Call 945-9554 to place your ad today. �The Sun and News. Middleville. Ml/September 2, 2003/ Page 19 Earnhardt Memorial Cruise In raises money for burn victims "Technically, some people consider this a mini truck." said Chris Allred of Pierson, Ml. of his 1990 Nissan when asked if it was considered a low-nder. "But you can't get much lower than this," he joked. Rick Beukema, a bum survivor himself, won "Best of Show" with this 1979 Ford F250 finished the morning of the show. The shiny Nickelodean Green Slime’ color stood out like a beacon among the many vehicles. by Cathy Rueter Staff Writer The third annual Dale Earnhardt Cruise In was hailed by organizers as a suc­ cess once again. More than 350 vehicles lined the Caledonia Village Center parking lot and spilled out into the extended driveways of the surrounding buildings Motorcycles, trucks, antiques, restores — it seemed that anything and everything that could be driven wan there. Which is just the way the sponsors like it. "If you can drive it, bring it!" seems to have become the motto of the show that is open to all motorcycles, street rods, custom cars and trucks, as well as original restored vehicles. After each show, the Caledonia Village Center sponsors have evaluated what worked and what could be modified for the follow­ ing year. They are already planning on several changes for the fourth Cruise In. "We already know that we’re going to have expand­ ed parking so that everyone's closer," said Kevin Crawford, the shows coordi­ nator and owner of KC’s Fixitwear and Spurts. "And we’ve got an all new sound system for next year so that everyone can hear. That among several other changes." One of the most signifi­ cant changes to this year's show was the change in radio stations. "Big" Dan Magnusson from Oldies. 107.3. a car enthusiast him­ self, was a big promoter of the Cruise In. as well as the onsight disc jockey for the evening. The Dale Earnhardt Cruise In raised more than $3,(XX) for the Phoenix Foundation for burn survivors. According to Crawford, this is only a “guesstimate” as to the final funds raised because money is still com­ ing in. During the show, which honors the late racecar driv­ er. Dale Earnhardt, a special award was given to honor local car buff Steve Billett. who lost his life this summer right after returning from the St. Ignace car show. To commemorate Billett’s enthusiasm as "an avid restorer" the award was given to a "young person who has shown enthusiasm for restoring custom vehi­ cles." explained Crawford. "It’s a lot of work. We want someone that has done a major pari of the work on their vehicle themselves." Rick Peck, received the Billett Memorial award for restoring a 1971 GMC truck. "I’ve had help from my dad and a couple of friends," he said. Best of show went to a In 1975, farmers State 'Bank merged with Hastings City Bank to become our Middfevitte office. friday, September 5* marks the anniversary that farmer s State bank would have been 100 years old! Stoy in andceCebrate with cake and coffee ad day long! 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John Merryman of Holland came to the Cruise In with his Savoy V.F.D No.3, 1948 American LaFrance fire engine. Banners on the side are promoting the Kids Cruise to Burn Camp. Proceeds from the Cruise In are benefiting burn survivors through the Phoenix Foundation. Shades of the Great Gatsby - brought to mind through this burgandy 1933 Vicky, owned by Kathy Miller of Middleville. YOUR ONE STOP WATER STORE in4 Ml ^Brands for 29 1979 Ford F250 truck owned by Rick Beukema of Kalkaska. Ironically, Beukema is a bum survivor himself. "His vehicle was finished that morning to come to the show," said Crawford. "He specifically came because of that reason (proceeds bene­ fiting bum survivors, through the Phoenix Foundation)." The show was supported by Caledonia Village Center sponsors: Auto Value. Benefit Mgmt., Blimpie, Caledonia Post Office. Contempo Salon, Country Town Floral, D&W Foods, Fifth/Third Bank. Fortune Chef, Hot Doggie’s, Jansher Clothing Boutique, KC’s Footwear & Sports, Rainbows F.nd. Rite Aid. State Bank of Caledonia. Swierenga Jewelers ami Tom Grias, D.D.S. The Fourth Annual Dale Earnhardt Cruise In will be around next sumjner. but until then, take‘a look ji just a few of the vehideK found in the lot this year. Productive week on courts for Fighting Scot netters Y«‘ars Water Softeners. Iron & Odor Filter^ Purified Drinking Water Systems BEST PRICE, QUALITY, SERVICE Most Common Working Water Problems... • Hardness Iron, Sulfur 8 Manganese — COUPON — Ask us about 6 MONTHS INTEREST FREE —--------- —----- --———----------- ------------------------------------- rw-tne:______________ | Visit O*r WATER CONDITIONING - - - ■ -- .. T.1 ■jtTT z-w -- - -■ b^a*« 9960 Cherry Va«ey. Caledona (M-37) 1-888-891-0303 • 616-877-4339 The Fighting Scot varsity girls’ tennis team had a per­ fect week, last week. The Scots took a 5-3 vic­ tory over former O-K Gold foe Unity Christian on Monday, beat current Gold opponent Wyoming Park Wednesday 7-1, and finished things off Thursday with an 8-0 victory over Hamilton. Against Unity Christian on the singles side, Sylvia Radzikowski won at second singles 6-0, 6-2. At third sin­ gles, All Steams was victori­ ous 7-5. 6-4. Amy Nerz won her fourth singles match in three sets 7-6 (3), 2-6, 6-2. The second doubles team of Amanda Maichele and Erica Donnell earned a 6-1, 6-4 Scot victory, and the third doub’s team of Amy Steinbach and Amy Modreske won 6-4, 6-2. The Scots started off the conference season at Wyoming Park, where sec­ ond singles player Radzikowski won 6-1, 6-3. Steams won 6-0, 6-0 at third single, and Nerz took a 6-1, 6-3 win at fourth singles. At Park, all four doubles teams earned victories with- Caledonia’s Sytvia Radzikowski helped the Scots to three team victories last week, with three victories of her own at the second singles position out dropping more than two games. Brianna Hormel and Canssa VanLoon won at first doub’s 6-0, 6-2. Maichele and Donnell won 6-1, 6-0 at two doubles, while Steinbach and Modreske won 6-1,6-0. The fourth doubles team of Marie Couretes and Jessica Manano won by default. At Hamilton, first singles player Carly Farver picked up her first win of the week, 6-0, 6-2. Nerz battled through two long sets at fourth singles, winning 7-5, 7-5. The fourth doubles tram of Manano and Kerry Bashlor went three sets, before taking a 7-5, 4-6,6-1 win. The rest of tlx: Scots won in straight sets. O-K Gold contest number two is up for the Scots this week when they host Byron Center on Wednesday. �The Sun and News. Middleville. Ml/September 2. 2003/ Page 21 Trojan ladies win round one against Scot harriers by Brett Bremer Sports Editor While many folks were preparing to hit the road. either for vacation or the Thursday night football games, two of the area's top girls' cross country team's battled it out at Lakeside Park in Caledonia. Lowell was there too. Middleville topped the host Scots 23-36. Caledonia's Tricia Miedema was the top finish­ er in the girls’ race, clocking in at 21:15. TK freshman Rebecca Winchester hung with Miedema for the first half of the race, but the Scots' super senior proved too much. Winchester finished in 21:43. It is still very early in the season, and this race doesn't have anything to do with the O-K Gold standings. Add to that. Middleville is still with­ out top runner Jessica Stortz and Caledonia was missing it’s number two runner in Brandi Victory. The Trojan girls finished second, third, fifth, sixth, and seventh in the head-to-head match-up with Caledonia. Behind Winchester for Middleville were Kaleigh Paige in 21:49. Natalie Hoag in 22:59. Chaney Robinson in 23:05, and Kersta Gustafson in 23:33. Kendra Ross broke up that Trojan pack a little, with a time of 21:53 in fourth place. Stefanie Maxim finished ninth in 24:24 for Caledonia, ahead of teammates Nikki Muuse at 24:32 in tenth, and Sara Krips at 24:48 in 12th. Both the TK and Caledonia girls’ squads topped Lowell. Middleville won 18-37, and Caledonia topped the Red Arrows 22-33. Times were not available for the boys’ races, but Lowell was the run away winner on that side. The Red Arrows topped Caledonia 18-43. and topped Middleville 15-50. Head-to-head. the Fighting Scots topped the Trojans 18-43. Kirk Post was the top fin­ isher in the TK/Caledonia boys’ race, followed by his teammates John Goebel and Frank D’Amico. TK's Chris Harkness was fourth anti .Alex Robinson was sixth. Caledonia’s Tom Wynsma was fifth w ith Mike Schmidtke crossing the line seventh. The Trojan’s final three came across tenth, eleventh, and twelfth. Brian Cuneo. Tim Wilson, and Keith Fuleki NAPA AUTO PARTS OF CALEDONIA K NOW UNDER NEW OWNERSHIP, Welcomes you to ipn Caledonia senior Tricia Miedema (left) just kept pace with Trojan freshman Rebecca Winchester early, then pulled away towards the end to win Thursday’s girls’ race by nearly 40 seconds at Lakeside Park in Caledonia. Winchester got the last laugh however, as the Trojan ladies won the team scoring. (Photo by Brett Bremer) v Customer v ^Appreciation cJ3ay WHERE: 9210 Cherry Valley, Suite B., Caledonia 616-891-7205 WHEN: Tuesday, September 16 Caledonia even shocks itself with impressive opening win It had been five years since the Caledonia varsity football last started a season 1-0. The streak ended in explo­ sive fashion Thursday night as the Scots topped Alma 5428. “We didn't expect that," said Scot coach Tom Burrill. “It took us five weeks last year to score 54 points.” The scoreboard was lit up early and often. Jim Haisma took the Scots’ second offensive play of the game 58 yards for a touchdown, but the extra point attempt failed. It looked like it might be significant in the ball game when Alma scored three plays into their next drive cm a 60-yard run and took a 7-6 lead with the kick. The ensuing kick off was returned 68 yards by the Scots' Angel Castillo, and it was 12-7 Caledonia. A quick slop by the Scot defense got the ball back into the offense’s hands, and the team marched down the field to score again. This time it was Kyle Klyn carrying the pigskin in from eight yards out. Now it was a 19-7 Caledonia lead. Time passed, and not long before the two teams were set to head into the half-time locker rooms, Tyler Ybema was catching Caledonia quarterback Brad Lanmga’s only pass of the evening. Laninga and Ybema made it count, 34-yards and six points. Caledonia's first team offense and defense each played one series in the sec­ ond half. The defense stopped Alma, and the offense scored to make it 547. “We played with passion.” said Burrill. “They were fired up. They played hard, and they hit. There were pur­ ple helmets all over the field. Last but not least they played together.’’ Burrill said he was espe­ cially impressed with the play of his linemen on both sides of the ball. “We beat a pretty good football team, pretty soundly. The offensive line got off the ball and stayed on people. The D-line dominated up front.” Bum 11 and the Scots were already getting sei to try for 2-0 on Friday morning. Their next opponent. Wyoming Park, played on Friday night against Weal Catholic “We’re very pleased with the first game, and now it’s time to look ahead.” said Burrill. The match-up with the Vikings this Friday in Wyoming will be the first OK Gold contest for each of the teams. NftPRl . 10:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m TIME: SALE ITEMS! ATTENTION RACE FANS! Get a close-up view of the Michael Waltrip #15 NAPA CHEVY to be on location at your Caledonia NAPA store I <NW CENTER , NAPA Auto Parts of Caledonia 9210 Cherry Valley, Suite 3 Caledonia • 616-891-7205 WE KEEP AMERICA RUNNING 0667)086 �Page 22/The Sun and News, Mtddievilte. September 2, 2003 Bob White turf passes first test with flying colors by Brett Bremer Sports Editor The turf works. The TK varsity boys’ soc­ cer players christened the new field on Tuesday night in Middleville. They made sure the new Eric C. DeGroote Memorial Scoreboard worked as well. The Trojans topped the visiting Godwin Heights Members of the Thomapple Kellogg School District and some of the community’s biggest soccer fans helped dedicate the new field in Bob White Stadium on Tuesday night. As the TK varsity soccer team prepared to move into its new home. TK schools superintendent Kevin Konarska said the new field is a great way to celebrate the programs success. All-conference goal tender Wolverines 6-2. with four goals by forward Mark Casey Aubil is currently out with an injury, and it has Mejeur. coach Todd “It was an outstanding caused night,” said Trojan coach McCrumb to toy with who Todd McCrumb. plays where. Marco Sanchez started in “Hopefully, this sets the goal to the Trojans, and was standard for the year.” Senior midfielder Eric replaced in the first half by Smith assisted Mejeur on the Josh Bowerman. Bobby Hebert and Kalani first two goals, helping TK to a 2-1 lead. Godwin cut it Garber led the defense in in half 20 minutes before the holding the Heights to just half, but TK scored the first six shots on goal. The four goals of the second ses­ Trojans fired 12 shots on the sion to create an insurmount­ Wolverines’ net. “He plays like he wrestles able lead. Edwin Cubas knocked I think." said McCrumb of home a penalty kick 12 min­ Garber. "It’s a good mentali­ utes into the second half, ty to have at stopper.” MEMOAft. KOABOARD Longtime Trojan soccer then assisted Phil Vanspronsen on the Trojans coach Steve Evans, soccer supporter Dan Parker. Eric sixth goal of the game. Corey Gilbert also had an DeGroote’s parents Ernie assist for TK. as the Trojans and Darlene, as well as Trojan Mark Mejeur (21) races a Wolverine to a loose are still trying to discover members of the Thomapple ball on Tuesday in Middleville. Mejeur helped break in which lineup combination Kellogg School District were the new turf with four goals for TK in the game. (Photo works best. on hand to cut the ribbon on by Brett Bremer) the new field and participate in the dedication of the new scoreboard. Middleville’s soccer field had been named to honor TK’s varsity soccer team made sure the new Eric C. DeGroote, and they decided DeGroote Memorial Scoreboard worked Tuesday night. that new the scoreboard The Trojans led 2-1 at this point in the first half but would be a good way to would go onto a 6-2 victory. bring that tribute along with the soccer squad into Bob he would have loved to play will be against the Hastings on Thursday, White Stadium. on this field,” said Parker Saxons “Eric loved to play soccer, looking over at Eric’s par­ September 11. one day and he was very good at it. ents for approval, which they before the football team He worked hard at honing gave with a smile and a nod. plays it’s first home game of his skills and it showed on The next event the Trojans the season against the the field. 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Comstock did its only scoring on its first play from scrimmage. Quarterback Blain Burnett took the snap from center and pitched the pigskin back to flanker Dustin Wuis, who instead of running, threw a wounded duck pass to fellow back Bobby Rickstad, who had slipped behind the Trojan secondary unnoticed. The combination halfback pass-flea flicker trick play went 74 yards and a touch­ down and Bruce Wall kicked the extra point. The host Colts looked like they might turn the game into a rout early when they took advantage of a fumble and field position and pene­ trated into Middleville tem- Tight end Eric Reeder (83) hauls in a pass from quar­ terback Josh Eldridge and gets good yardage despite two Comstock defenders hanging on. With a little more than a tory. But that's when senior defensive back Kurt Bray minute left in the half. Tape came up with a key intercep­ broke loose for 15 yards and tion at his own 32, making a outsprinted everybody else diving catch of a tipped pass. past the goal line, to give And that's when momentum Middleville a 14-7 cushion A key play in that drive began work its magic. The Trojans put on a grit­ was a 22-yaid fourth down ty offensive effort to march pass from quarterback Josh to David the football 68 yards to the Eldridge end zone in the second quar­ Finkbeiner. Though the score was rea­ ter and knotted the score al 7-7 when Adam Loveless sonably close, Comstock's carried it in from five yards one 74-yard trick play had out. Darren Tape provided provided nearly 60 percent of its total offense for the the extra point. HEFFRON FARMS Since 1921 Heffron Farms has been proud of the products raised right on our farm! We take pride in providing you with high quality “Naturally Grown” meats that you will be proud to serve at your table! Our Newest Farm Market Is At... CALEDONIA CROSSINGS PLAZA 9028 N. Rodgers, Caledonia (616) 891-8555 Stop in at any of our Farm Markets: PLAIN FIELD PLAZA CLYDE PARK PLAZA 1-96 and Plainfield Aienue (616) 363-4175 54th St. and Clyde Park (616) 534-4414 BELDING FARM MARKET (at the f*™) 7724 Ashlev (616) 794-2527 “Bringing Our Farm To You.” Comstock quarterback Blaine Burnett carries the football for a short gain against a stingy Middleville defense. In pursuit here are Trojans Kyle Farris (21), Josh Hilton (52) and Layne Welker (68). entire first half. The Colts looked like a fired up outfit when they took the second half kickoff and put together their only sustained drive of the night. They went from their ow n 20 to the Middleville 28 with first and 10. but three plays later Eldridge picked off a tipped pass at his own eight­ yard line and ran it back to the 27. Strangely, this was just the beginning of the “magnificent stand." The Trojans fumbled the ball over two plays later, giv­ ing Comstock possession just 33 yards away from the end zone. Yet after 11 plays and the gift of a 15-yard per­ Bottling up a Comstock runner, as the Trojans did all sonal foul penalty, the best the Colts could do was miss night long, are Andrew Reeder (55), Jake DeVries (12) a field goal from 26 yards, and Josh Hilton (52). thereby demoralizing them. After all those golden oppor­ the pit each night for little to get the football down to tunities, they came away recognition got to score a TD the two-yard line before empty handed. They could­ they overdid their celebra­ Eldridge sneaked it over the n’t go the 33 yards in 11 tion in the end zone, causing goal line. Tape nailed his plays with the bonus of a 15- unamused officials to throw fourth extra point to finish a flag for a 15-yard penalty. the evening’s scoring. yard penalty. Brooks and Andrew Two key plays in frustrat­ But it didn’t really matter ing the host team’s scoring because Tape booted the 35- Reeder tied for top honors it threat were sacks by line­ yard extra point, as if to say, tackles with nine apiece and Jordan Hartley and Josh backer Josh Walter and “In your face.” Comstock’s last gasp Walter* each had seven. defensive tackle Lane The Trojans had 324 yards came after an electric 59Welker. Perhaps the magnificent yard kickoff return by in total offense. Loveless stand was the defining part Rickstad to Middleville’s 31, picked up 90 yards in 14 car­ of the contest because a where the speedy Tape ries, Brooks had 53 in four demoralized Comstock caught him from behind and and Kyle Farris 50 in eight. Eldridge passed for 70 defense suddenly became hauled him down, but offi­ vulnerable and the offensive cials spotted a 15-yard piling yards. On the downside, the line of Jamie Sanford, Cliff on penalty. The Colts not Tomson and Danny long afterward had the ball Trojans were penalized far too much and at inopportune Thompson on the right side, first-and-goal at the 6. center Matt Potter and Joe That’s where a second times and they fumbled four Wenger and Matt Potter on magnificent defensive stand times, giving it up twice. the left side blew open holes occurred. Middleville will try to iron that just about anybody Comstock was whistled out those problems this could run through. The backward five yards for ille­ Friday night at Holland Trojans steadily marched the gal procedure. Then line­ Christian in another first ever backer Mark Rolison nailed contest with that team, which ball 80 yards. And that’s when another Rickstad for an 18-yard loss, is just starting a program. making it third-and-goal at The Trojans will make it strange play occurred. Running back Scott the 29. Welker polished off three in a row with never Brooks freed himself from a the defensive stand by recov­ played before opponents on group of tacklers and was ering a fumble on the next Friday, Sept. 12, against heading for a certain touch­ play at the Middleville 43. Hastings (yes, Hastings!) in down uhen the ball became It took two carries by the first varsity football disengaged from his arm and Loveless, three by Nate game ever to be played on fell to the ground. Alert line­ Labin and a nifty 11 -yard the artificial turf at the man Wenger, running behind pass from Eldridge to Tape Middleville bowl. Brooks, scooped up the pigskin and took it in for the final five yards . Screened or Unscreened It was a lineman’s rarity, a dream come true: scoring a Sand, Gravel, Crushed Concrete touchdown. Brooks might get credit for a 24-yard run, but the stats will show Wenger with a fumble recov­ Stumps, Clearing, Driveways ery and five-yard TD run. Penfield’s players were so shocked an excited that one 269-795-7830 of their guys who slaves in BLACK TOPSOIL DOZER WORK � https://barrycountyhistoryportal.org/files/original/25/713/SunandNews_2003-09-09.pdf d685af4cdde04c800f35c716124377c7 PDF Text Text USINGS PUBLIC H5RA8Y UV I OO/OWOO F HASTMGS PUBLIC LIBRARY 121 N CHURCH ST HASTINGS Ml 49058 JW'S CnvSLH SI ana News* Your Hometown Newspaper Serving Middleville and Caledonia Areas 132nd year Published by J-Ad Graphics, Inc, No. 37/September 9, 2003 Caledonia first in Kent County to invest in farm preservation by Ruth Zachary Staff Writer The Caledonia Township Board voted Sept. 3 to put $40,000 in a Purchase of Development Rights (PDR) fund to help the long-stand­ ing Good farm to stay in agriculture, and to preserve a bit of Caledonia history at the same time. The money will comprise a portion of the total match­ ing funds needed, around $200,000. for the PDR pro­ gram. The board passed a resolution of support in July for the new program. The Good farm has been struggling for awhile, pushed to the wall by high taxes based on development val­ ues. Jerry Good, fromcr Caledonia Township Supervisor, has been talking with a developer, hoping to get out of the financial quag­ mire he is in. like many oth­ ers, where land for housing is valued at many times more than if based only on agricul­ ture. He would prefer to keep the land in farming, and has a chance of saving the farm if he is paid easement rights for the land, and taxes are reassessed based on farm value. The Good farm is regard­ ed as a good candidate for the state farm preservation program. The townships portion is to come out of the Parks and Recreation fund (around $250,000 this year) because none has been used for parks this year or is imminently needed.__________________ “I grew up in Kentwood. There are a lot of buildings sitting empty in Kentwood because people don't want to live there any more. When this is solid housing, people won't want to live here any more, either, and Middleville will be worrying about sewer..." — Bill Hirsch Current Caledonia Township Supervisor Bryan Harrison reasoned that peo­ ple like seeing open farms, and protecting farms is relat­ ed to the goal of preserving the rural atmosphere and offers a public and environ­ mental benefit. The board listened to an appeal Aug. 20 from Bill Hirsch, a Kent County Ag Preservation Board member, to make matching funds available in the hope of sav­ ing the Good Farm. At that time. Harrison rea­ soned. "We have about a million dollar per year budg­ et. Taken out of what ever Jim Good and Bill Hirsch coffer can you want, it would be one out of every five dol­ lars. That is a substantial request. “We all want to be in sup­ port of farmland preserva­ tion, but when it comes time to pay the piper... every dol­ lar competes against every other program. We have other things... roads, parks, (for which the county looks to the township to pay for in partnership) and other serv­ ices we need to consider," Harrison said. "Whatever funds you decide to commit, however large or small, would be appreciated." Hirsch told the Township Board members last month. The development rights easement would be about $6,000 per acre in Caledonia. Hirsch explained. The matching portion, about $2,000 per acre, has to be raised locally. This does not all have to be public town­ ship or county funds. "The state and federal government would be com milled to the other four," Hirsch said. Kendra Wills said, "Federal funding is supposed to be available by the end of May 2004." "If it did not happen, your money would come back to you," Hirsch said. The township PDR fund is to be held until the end of 2004, when if not used, would be reallocated for another use. Farmland preservation can be regarded as a community investment. The township action may be seen as a proactive step to stop the advancing land rush south out of Grand Rapids, while saving the 340-acre Good farm located on both sides of 100th Street west of Kraft from development and the possible additional costs for public utilities ami other services. These are often a burden falling on taxpayers, as well as residents using public services. Preserved farmland pre­ vents the land being desig­ nated for zoning, which would cast far more in infra­ structure to support it than would come from the tax revenues. "The long term savings from preserving agriculture is incredible," Hirsch said. If a large block of acreage is preserved, utilities would not be required to service it. Roads would need minimal upgrading, and schools would not be overburdened. Gary Postema, also on the Farm Board, said residential development takes $1.42 in services for every tax dollar. By contrast, ag and commer­ cial development takes between 30 and 40 cents. "As a developer, I support keeping agriculture in big See farm preservation, pg. 12 Middleville’s downtown district blueprint shown Getting ready to embark on their journey, historically garbed residents road in the Stagecoach This year's Heritage Days event benefits from good weather by Patricia Johns Staff Writer The great weather started on Friday night and didn't end allowing the 2003 edi­ tion of Heritage Days to attract big crowds. Whether people were interested in music, food, games or fun there was something for everyone on Sept. 5 and 6. The gazebo at Stagecoach Park downtown echoed w ith gospel and rocked with the addition of the DeKok brothers to end the show on Friday night. On Saturday. Sept. 6 the Thomapple Trail 5K run and walk at 8 a an. began m cool temperatures but the runners (about 90 of them) soon w armed up as they ran and w alked up the hills of Loop Road. After challenging hills runners ended with a flat paved section of the trail w uh their tunes recorded at the gazebo Breakfast service was brisk during the Middleville United Methodist Church sponsored event held in the Fire station Scouts from See Heritage Days, pg. 16 Doyle Hyatt of the Hyatt/Palma consulting firm gave a report on the blueprint for marketing Middleville’s downtown district to more than 40 members of the pub­ lic and local officials Sept. 2 and presented recommenda­ tions for action. Hyatt encouraged the vil­ lage to call the area “the old downtown.’’ This is the way everyone referred to the area during the v eek Hyatt Palma w as in the area. He told the village that one of the ways to market the area was to have a quality brochure printed. This should be widely available and kepi up to date with inserts listing new businesses and events. One of the major recom­ mendations of the report w as to focus on the Thomapple River and the Paul Henry Trail. He recommended hav­ ing the brush along the banks removed, urged the comple­ tion of Riverside Park as soon as possible, paving and extending the trail and seek­ ing restaurants to buikl along the river. “Celebrate and respect your bridge,’’ he said. “Put lights around it. It is impor­ tant to this community so make the most of it.” Hyatt praised the Downtown Development Authority members for what they have accomplished in the past 18 months, but gave them more work to do. “Focus your facade assis­ tance on downtown locations now. Try to get at least three businesses to bring their fronts to meet the design requirements you have devel­ oped.” He also mentioned there may be a need to increase the incentives for facade improvement. He encouraged the village to send out proposals for the property they own. He got a lot of laughs when he sug­ gested that the first proposals might be for a hardware store since in almost every inter- See downtown blueprint, pg. 2 In This Issue.. • Two CHS seniors have unique fund-raising idea • Another development request made for ‘southern Caledonia’ • Three men from Freeport die in Wednesday crash • Mill Pond project changes approved by Plan Commission �Page 2/The Sun and News, Middleville September 9. 2003 Downtown blueprint, continued from page 1 Celebrate the bridge. Light it. Clean these banks. (This is the Thomapple River looking north from the bridge.) view held while he was in the village in August that was the one thing everyone said was needed downtown. Other development sug­ gestions was building a civic center with a performing arts space, meeting rooms and a library. He discouraged the village from building public restrooms since they cause lots of trouble and cost lots of money to maintain. He encouraged the busi­ nesses in the area to provide restrooms. "There is a con­ nection between toilets and cash registers, called the McDonald’s effect,” he said. He said that the village should look into more park­ ing as development occurs in the village. JO One development he said he would like to see pursued is finding a motel for the area. “Why should someone like me visit this area if the closest motel is on 28th Street?’ he asked. He suggested the M-37 Main Street intersection as a good area for such a devel­ opment. Find appropriate develop­ ment for both the old down­ town core and M-37, he urged. "I don’t recommend strip development down­ town. 1 think mixed uses witn retail, office and resi­ dential will give you that hometown feeling that everyone wants,” he said. He encouraged the village Finish Riverside Park. Use the river and the trail to bring business to downtown. Doyle Hyatt to schedule entertainment in the Stagecoach gazebo, pro­ mote quality festivals such as Heritage Days downtown. He cautioned the village not to try to do too many and get burnt out. One way to increase the “neighborhood” feeling is a farmers market, which could begin as early as next sum­ mer in the parking lot behind Village Hall. He told the crowd that the village needs to look at its ordinances to allow loft apartments and perhaps other residential develop­ ment on the second and third floors of downtown build­ ings. Some simple changes he suggested were the addition FAIR! To be held at MANPOWER OF HASTINGS Thursday, September 11th 9:00 am - 3:00 pm General Labor, Assembly, Machine Operators, Welders, Inspection Upcoming positions in the Hastings, Ionia, Lowell and Ada areas Pay rates range from $7.50-$ 11.00 •Qualified candidates must have reliable transportation, be drug free and have a positive work history. *To be considered for an interview, please bring drivers license, social security card and 3 past employers including dates worked, complete addresses and phone numbers. Contact Manpower of Hastings today for further details. (269)948-3000 127 N. Market St, Hastings, MI 49058 EOE The transition area between the bridge and M-37 should have mixed residential, office and retail. Protect current residential housing and clean up derelict buildings were among the blueprint suggestions. of larger windows which would allow more window shopping. He also recom­ mended that the streetscape design for downtown from a “gateway” sign at the M-37 and Main Street intersection through the transition and downtown core area be implemented. “I’m not suggesting that you go out in the middle of the night with chain saws, but I think you should replace the green and white M-DOT signs with some­ thing that is more attractive,” he said. “Flowers really attract people. Hanging baskets. trees anything that makes people feel welcome is good. Build on your great start at Stagecoach Park with the benches, landscaping and trash containers and lamp posts,” he urged. He also encouraged the village to clean up and per­ haps demolish derelict build­ ings in the transition area. He encouraged the village to work with the Michigan Economic Development Corporation and Michigan State Housing Development Authority on projects to cre­ ate the “Old Downtown” everyone seems to want. At the conclusion of his presentation Hyatt said, “I was very impressed with the quality of cooperation which we found when we visited here. It is exciting to see the village and the township willing to work together. I think you have an exciting and successful future ahead of you.” �The Sun and News. Middleville. Ml/September 9, 2003/ Page 3 Solo sailor brings inspirational talk to TK Wednesday Just one of the fun things to do with the Caledonia MOPS-Moppet group. This "Mud Room" tile painting was one of the activities scheduled for MOPS last year. Caledonia MOPS chapter welcomes new members by Cathy Rueter Staff Writer Friday. Sept 12, kicks off the new year for the local Caledonia Mothers of Preschoolers (MOPS) group. The group is seeking new members. Any mother with children ages infant to 6 years are welcome. A oneyear commitment is encour­ aged. On-site child care is provided. Child psychologist Dr. Royer will take questions regarding childhood devel­ opment Friday. Sept. 26. dur­ ing a discussion on topics such as health, education, diet, exercise and grief. A Grand Rapids specialist Dr. Royer, received a grant to speak to MOPS groups around the state. He was scheduled to speak with the group last year but a last minute change was neces­ sary and his partner filled in for him. This second invita­ tion was prompted by the many questions still needing attention due to time con­ straints at the first discus­ sion. According to Jill Salisbury', co-cordinator for the local chapter, many MOPS groups have a waiting list for new members. However, they have some space available for this year. The MOPS year is September-May. 92nd birthday celebrated for Margaret Poll Margaret Poll celebrated her 92nd birthday Saturday. She was bom Sept. 6, 1911. She lived on a farm in Freeport, but now lives at Carveth Village. Miniature golf 'silit Our Library o New Caledonia Kiwanis Club to begin charter EXPERIENCE/ TAR' your enjoyment, over a dozen local businesses have built individual mini golf holes for you to putt through. PLUS. these original works of art will be auctioned off throughtout the event. SEPTEMBER 12 Fridwy, from 54 pm SEPTEMBERS Snturdwy. Il milk 124 pm SEPTEMBER 14 Sunday, from 124 pm SEPTEMBER 19 Friday, from 5-8 pm SEPTEMBER 20 Saturday, from 124 pm SEPTEMBER 2 TICKETS $10.00 Sunday, from 124 pm For Adults S 5.00 For Children Under 16 The course is located on the West end of 92nd Street in Caledonia in a field across from Famous Flooring. KM Ke«0fcotoL*rwy Salisbury provided the fol­ lowing details about the MOPS program. • MOPS grew out of a desire to meet the needs of every' mother of preschool­ ers. • It began in 1973 in Colorado. • MOPS International now charters approximately 2.500 churches and para-church organizations in all 50 of the United States. Canada and 13 other countries. • Children attend with mom and participate in a special part of the MOPS program, called “Moppets.” • In Moppets, children ages infant through 6 years old learn, sing, play and make crafts. • Volunteers provide care while facilitating Moppets as moms enjoy their part of the program — hearing speak­ ers, making crafts, fellow­ ship and snack and group discussion. All mothers of preschool­ ers are welcome. Caledonia MOPS meets at the Caledonia United Methodist Church. 250 Vine St., from 9:30 to 11 a.m. For more information about the group or meetings, call Jill Salisbury' at 269792-3771 or Denise Brown at 616-891-7727. ? | The new Caledonia Kiwanis Club will celebrate the beginning of its official charter at a dinner meeting at Rafaella's by Paganos Thursday evening, Sept. 11. The dinner begins at 6:30 p.m Drew McFadden invites other Caledonia area busi­ nesses interested in learning more about the new Kiwanis group and the activities they have planned to call him for details. For reservations for the dinner or more information about joining this active com­ munity-based service club, call McFadden at 616-8911173. by Patricia Johns Staff Writer Robin Davie sailed solo around the world. His three time feat included dangerous seas, spectacular scenery and dealing with boredom. He is bringing his inspirational storyr to students in the Thomapple Kellogg school district on Wednesday. Sept. 10. In the afternoon he will be speaking to students about his experiences, including fixing a broken mast and complet­ ing the around the world race. His is a tale of persever­ ance and a “can do attitude.” According to Page Elementary Principal Brad Warren. Davie “has sailed the sale and he is coming to talk the talk." Davie will be bring­ ing his challenging message of determination, goal setting and “realistic optimism” to talks with students. In addition to the school presentation, Davie will pres­ ent his riveting tale of life at sea with a slide and video presentation of adventure, sailing, ocean and wildlife at 7 p.m. Wednesday in the auditorium. This is a free presentation and is open to the whole fam­ ily. It is sponsored by the Page Parent-Teacher Organization. Davie is one of the few sailors to compete in the “3 Around Alone" race in which individuals attempt to com­ plete a circumnavigation of the oceans. It is considered by many to be the “ultimate challenge" and is the longest race of an individual in any sport. Davie doesn’t give up. He has a reputation of finishing races, even under the most difficult of circumstances. In one race his boat lost its mast in the Southern Ocean and he jury rigged the sail, which enabled him to com­ plete his trip around Cape Hom. For more information about the family presentation, call Warren at 795-7944. TK SECONDARY SCHOOL LUNCH MENU 0lczak-De Young Philip and June Olczak of Middleville. Michigan and Richard and Terry De Young of Crown Point. Indiana are pleased to announce the wed­ ding of their children Amy Elizabeth Olczak and Ryan Christopher De Young. Amy is a 1999 graduate of Thomapple-Kellogg High School. She received her associates in arts degree from Grand Rapids Community College in 2002. She will be attending the Kelly School of Business at Indiana University in the spring of 2004. Ryan graduated with a bachelors degree in business from Calvin College in 1999. He is currently employed with Northpointe Bank as the State Sales Manager for NPB Mortgage of Indiana. LLC. A September 2()th wedding is being planned. T.K. Secondary Lunch bun, refried beans, apple Menu slices, milk. W ednesday , September 10 Salisbury steak w/mashed potatoes or turkey sandwich on a bun, celery sticks w/p.butter, mixed fruit, milk. Thursday. September 11 Lasagna roll w/meat sauce, w/dinner roll or hot dog on a bun, tossed salad, fresh banana, milk. Friday, September 12 Pizza or fish sandwich on a Coming to Contempo Salon Sept. 25... bun, baked beans, peaches, Schedule your free consultation with any of milk. our color certified specialists. Monday , September 15 J i Ravioli w/dinner roll or chicken salad rollup, carrots, cherry crisp, milk. Tuesday , September 16 616-891-1095 Two beef tacos, w/soft 7^ 9551 Cherry valley, Caledonia Village Centre shells or ham and cheese on a inspire a ILf ®)NTEMP() J/XLON Your Hometown Full Service Garden Center! Just West Off M-37 Creek e GROWERS HOURS: Monday-Saturday 8:30 a.m. to 6:00 p.m. Gardens looking tired? Wake them up for fall!! Now is the time to enjoy: Black-eyed Susans - Mums - Asters - Sedum - Flowering Kale - Grasses - SHRUBS ... 20% OFF 20% OFF All Gallon Perennials and Shrubs SPRING FLOWERING BUIBSI we km Tulips Hyacinths 1 Daffodils ALL ORNAMENTAL GRASSES NOW $1.00 Off Great for fall and winter interest. We have a large selection to choose from. Stop in tor in-store specials. Chech out the new items in our floral department Phone: 269-795-7674 Floral Shop 269-795-0239 (\ 10197 Garbow Rd.,Middleville TES2T i �Page 4/The Sun and News. Middleville. September 9. 2003 La Leche League to meet Thursday, Sept. 11 zation that encourages women to breastfeed their babies and offers them sup­ port and information. The name LaLeche means "the milk" in Spanish. The group holds a senes The l^i Leche League will meet at JO a.m. Thursday. Sept. 11. at 1546 Payne Lake Road. Yankee Springs Township. LaLeche League is a non­ sectarian. non-profit organi­ of meetings Thursday morn­ ings in and around Barry County. including Vermontville. Clarksville and the Yankee Spnngs area There essentially are four topics, with one being pre­ sented each month. This month's topic will be "Advantages of Breastfeeding to Mother and Baby.” All women who are breastfeeding or are pregnant and interested in breastfeed­ ing are welcome to attend the meetings. Babies and tod­ dlers also are welcome. 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Dennis Ross Church: (616) 868-7425 UNITED METHODIST CHURCHES Middleville - Parmelee . .9:30 a.m. Parmelee Morning Worship Middleville Morning Worship ... 11:00 a m. Rev Let' Zach man Chnstun Education Sunday Worang Wmiap Wednesday Morning Worship . I i OO am. Wed. Fellowship FW Fnaxi Prc SchuoLSdi (Sept-April- 630 pm AJO am Tradnusal RAY TOWNSEND Fanrw <6161 891-8028 • www Tturvh urg Family Night S:4$-&00 pm Pasor Paul M Hilinun Youth Pastor Davxl Enkson 6^1 Hanna Lake Avenue. Cafedoma 616698-8001 irdeemesvnservjtet wvrw.redeemerc0verurtt.ur^ A mrmha dN huntffai Umunmt Omchn CHURCH Finding the Way Together! An informal, contemporary church committed to our community. Sunday Worship is at 10:00am in Caledonia Middle School’s cafeteria. Everyone is welcome! Pastor: Rev. Josh Blunt Contact our Dutton office at (616) 63-65-WAY Check our web site www^wavfqrercc-org WHITNEYVILLE bible Church 8546 WtYtneyvie Ave at 84th St • 891-8661 Aoerfup 9:30 am Hour 11:00 am &q Fnzzeil Church Ph 616-868-6810 • Pastor j Ph 616-897-6^40 Traditional Service Acoustic Praise 8r Worship Service Church Office Phone 795-9266 M-37 between Middleville & Caledonia Community Church A Place for famih & Friendv 6201 Whnnevvilie Avenue. Alto 1000 im 600 pjn " 30 pjn. M i ssoun Synod COMMUNITY 1160 ua CoBaonporan . 10:50 am + St Paul Lutheran Church Cermet of 84th St and Kraft tn Caledonia 1 mile west of M-37 WAYFARER. Sunday School for Al Ago Sunday Ewnxg Saner Praise Singing Wednesday 6.00 P.M. Evening Prayer phone 795-2370 or 948-9327 Vicar - Rev. Devid T. HuetwicK Rev. Royte Bailard, Pastor Phone 868S437 269 795-7903 w w w guniakex.ommumiychurch.org d CALEDONL4 fl" UNITED METHODIST 250 Vine Street < M-37 to Emmons to Vine» |Tc|xcl 11:00 A.M. Holy Communion Pastor Robert Gerke • Pastor David Ziehr A Church for today’s world Spirit-filled family Church. Meeting you, your friends, and your family right w here you re at. Sunday Service Times 9:15 A.M. Morning Prayer (Holy Communxyi 2nd Sunday) Rev. Tom DeVries. Pastor - 795-9901 9255 84th Street, Alto, Ml 49302 12200 West M l 79 Highway (Chief Noonday Road) Wayland. MI 49348 2415 McCann Rd. (In Irving) AH Services have a Nurwnj available • Bamer Ft** Youth Group:................................6:00 p.m. Sunday Midweek 7:00 p.m. Wed. 9:30 a.m. Thurs. Ret E. Anthony Sikora Church: (616) 795-2391 Services at 9 30 a m and 6 p.m. Kraft Avenue at Johnson Street YOU ARE INVITED 1664 N. M-37 Highway Sunday Worship ............................ 9:30 a.m and 6:00 p.m. (Child & Adult) (During the School Year) CALEDONIA HOLY FAMILY CATHOLIC CHURCH 10.00 a.m. 11:15 a.m. 6:00 p.m. Middleville. MI 49333 • 945 1555 908 W Main Street Located near the corner of M-37 and McCann (Missouri Syncxi) Service Times: Worship..................................................9:30a.m. Sunday School........................................... 9:45 a.m Sunday School 1’.00 a.m. Morning Worship...................................... 11:00 a.m. Adult Bible Class. . .11:00 a m. Evening Worship...................................... 6:00 p.m Proclaiming the Whole Counsel of Cod Church Office: (616)891-1512 M-37 at 100th Si. 708 W. Main Street Morning Worship Service Sunday School Evening Worship Service Middleville Good Shepherd Wesleyan Church Lutheran Church "A Church with a caring heart for our community and the world" Rev. R. Scott Greenway. Pastor Keith Stulp, Youth Director Al Tiemeyer, Community Calling MIDDLEVILLE CHRISTIAN REFORMED development and nutrition. For directions to the meet­ ing. for more information about La Leche League and its meetings or for help with breastfeeding, call Kathy Othmer at (517) 726-1264. Amtna "Die Church where everybody is somebody... and Jesus is Lord " Meeting at Caledonia High School Sunday Scnoa 930am Sunaoy Mcmrg Wonhp 1030 am Meetrg at chapel on AMneyvie Ave Sirdoy tvervng Wonhp 600 pm Wed KAaweek Prayer 4 Bt*e Study 700 p m. ftev 3uys. <s:or • fiev Kar Bathor. Asoc Pada Aeoste wt«neyvle«Dte org �The Sun and News, Middleville. Ml/September 9. 2003/ Page 5 Little Lambs forgiven part of utilities debt Jeanette E. Warner HASTINGS - Jeanette E. Warner, age 64. S. Charlton Park Road, Hastings, died Tuesday. Sept. 2, 2003 at her residence. Mrs. Warner was bom on March 5, 1939 in Charlotte, the daughter of Comellis and Edna (Hines) Aumick. She was raised primarily in the Charlotte area and attended schools there. She was married to Richard C Warner on June 7, 1957. She was employed as a beautician for 20 years, own­ ing and operating “Hair Styles by Jeanette" in her home. She enjoyed crocheting, sewing, knitting, embroider­ ing. drawing, oil painting, canning, cooking and espe­ cially spending time with family and friends. Mrs. Warner is survived by her husband. Richard; son, David Warner of Nashville; daughter. Joyce Warner of Middleville two grandchildren. Timothy Warner and Nichole (Warner) Smith; three great grandchildren. Kia. Lindsey and Derek; brothers. Richard Gladys I. Barlow MIDDLEVILLE - Gladys 1. Barlow, age K0. of Middleville went to be with her Lord on Saturday. Sept. 6. 2003. She was preceded in death by her husband. Lynus. She is survived by her children. Wilma (Ray) Billington of Wayland. Roger Barlow of Middleville, and Susan (Bill) Frisbie of Dowling; 11 grandchildren; 27 great grandchildren, one great great grandchild; brother. Floyd Swinehart; and many nieces and nephews. Funeral services for Gladys will be held 1:30 p.m. Tuesday at MatthysseKuiper-DeGraaf Funeral Home (Caledonia). 616 East Main St., Caledonia. by Ruth Zachary Aumick of Kansas and Staff Writer Wayne Aumick of Nashville; The Caledonia Township and sister. Karen Aumick of Board Sept. 3 forgave a 25 Lansing. Services were held Friday, percent portion of a utilities Sept. 5. 2003 at Wren debt for Alaska Hall, to be Funeral Home. Pastor Don charged to the Little Lambs Roscoe officiating. Burial Day Care cooperative, after was at the Barryville it was determined the par­ ents' group had not been Cemetery. Memorial contributions billed for two years. Amy Shepard, president of may be made to Barry the parents* group, said calls Community Hospice. Arrangements were made had been made twice by Wren Funeral Home of requesting the bills, but none were sent. Without knowing Hastings. the amount, payment could not be made. Utilities over the period totaled $3,513. with half that to have been paid by the co-op. Members of the family This led to a discussion of will receive relatives and whose duty it was and is to friends 12:30-1:30 p.m. bill for half the amount of Tuesday at the funeral home. utilities each month. The family suggests Eventually it was concluded memorial contributions be the clerk would pay bills and made to Hospice of send invoices to people who Michigan. owe money to the township. Arrangements were made Though Township by Matthysse-Kuiper- Manager Dave Zylstra keeps DeGraaf Funeral Home. contracts, he does not bill for Caledonia. utilities or for other services or fees. He does authorize payments for legal bills. Trustee Richard Clerk for many years. She was a former member of Robertson said it was the Peace Reformed Church and boards fault, and the board presently a member of the owes Little Lambs an apolo­ Bronson United Methodist gy, but it was an obligation Church, serving as the the co-op had agreed to, and church treasurer. She the township should not be enjoyed surprising people expected to give the service with her delicious baked goods. PUBLISHER’S NOTICE: All real estate advertising in this news­ Her family will receive paper is subject to the Fair Housing Act relatives and friends and the Michigan Civil Rights Act which collectively make it illegal to advertise Tuesday, 6-8 p.m. and “any preference, limitation or discrimi­ Wednesday, 2-4 and 6 to 8 nation based on race, color, religion, sex. handicap, familial status, national origin, p.m., at Beeler Funeral age or martial status, or an intention, to Home, Middleville. make any such preference, limitation or discrimination." Familial Matus includes Funeral services will be children under the age of 18 living with parents or legal custodians, pregnant held Thursday, 11 am. from nomen and people securing custody of the Peace Reformed Church children under 18. This newspaper will not knowingly on Highway M-37. Rev. accept am advertising for real estate Wayne Kiel and Rev. Mona which is in violation of the law Our readers are hereby informed that all Joslyn officiating. Interment dwellings advertised in this newspaper are available on an equal opportunity at Middleville Mt. Hope basis. To report discrimination call the Cemetery. Fair Housing Center at 616-451 2980 The HUD toll-free telephone number for Please, in lieu of flowers, the hearing unpaired is I -800-927-9275. memorial contributions may be made to the Barry County Agricultural Society or Barry County 4-H Youth Program. Envelopes available at the I funeral home. Arrangements were made I by Beeler Funeral Home, I Middleville. I Emily Elizabeth (Smelker) Harrison COLDWATER Emily Elizabeth (Smelker) Harrison. age 64. of Coldwater, (formerly of Middleville) passed away Sunday. Sept. 7, 2003, at Bronson Hospital, Kalamazoo. She was bom on Nov. 1. 1938, in Freeport. Emily is survived by her husband of 45 years, W. James Harrison; her son Pat (Dilys) Harrison of Coldwater, daughter Julie (Trent) Wickwire of Westland; four grandchil­ dren, Cameron and Taylor Harrison and Harrison and Austin Wickwire; her broth­ er, Herbert (Nadine) Smelker of Freeport; her sis­ ters-in-law and brothers-inlaw Clara Jane and Tommy Tucker, Ellen and Bob Harrison. Irene Johnson. Judy and Bill Harrison, Christine and Rex Schad, Judy and Pat Harrison, Pauline Brower. Josephine and Ken Klumpp; and many nieces and nephews. Emily will be missed by her family and friends. Preceding her in death were her parents Kenneth and Edith Smelker, her Aunt Zona Postma, her mother-inlaw Virginia Harrison Root, and brother-in-law Robert Johnson. She enjoyed doing for oth­ ers and was employed at White Products. Middleville Farmers State Bank, and as secretary at the Thomapple Kellogg Middle School, retiring after 30 years. She was actively involved with the Barry County Fair and the 4-H youth keeping com­ puter records and reports for the beef area. Emily served also as Irving Township I I 150 • 150 • 150 • 150 * 150 * 150 * 150 I I All are invited to come celebrate our j I I I I I Sunday, September J4'* I I 9:45 am Sunday School Hour I with pastors Foster, Smith & Stewart I 11:00 am Worship Service with Pastor Smith J II I Pot Luck following service. I I Open House of Willis Recreation Center I 2:30 pm Service with Pastor Foster / I I First Baptist Church > I (M-37), Middleville A II 150 • 150 * 150 * 150 • 150 * 150 * 150 I 150th Anniversary for free. Shepard asked officials lo understand the co-op had paid three times as much as the township had paid to make improvements to the building tn the same period, and had tried in every way to honor its lease. They also paid the rent regularly because the amount was known. Harrison summed up the situation. ”We are terrible landlords and should get out of the landlord business.” But the township will still be in it for nine more months. Shepard commented that the 25 percent of the back utilities would be the equiva­ lent of 10 percent of the tuition the group receives for enrollment of the children, Kathy Kokot. lead teacher at the day care facility, said know ing where the day care home will be from year to year is very important to children and to parents who need to plan ahead a year at a time. The lack of stability in not having a definite lease has been very hard on par­ ents, she said. The co-op members have invested a lot of labor, time and money in Alaska Hall over the past two years. What to do with the build­ ing has been a repeated source of discussion. Some board members would like to lease the hall indefinitely to Little Lambs for a nominal fee. some would like lo sell Alaska Hall lo the coopera­ tive. but others would like lo keep the land under township ownership, to use it for a community building and not pay so much lo maintain the building. The standards for a day care center are some­ what more stringent than for other uses, requiring more maintenance. I Kingdom Kids i II Wednesday Night Kids Club is Jj " looking for YOU!! , d Our church family wants your family Jj \ to join us! Z September 17,2003 j 6:00 pm yj 7 Bring your family to meet with our church family and T 11 learn how to be part of the family of God! Jj X Kingdom Kids - Pre-6th Youth Classes - 7th-12th /( jv m Adult Classes y 1 Alaska Baptist Church t A Jj Caledonia. 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I Elizabeth Belson Sharon Emerson Joan Guikema Lois Heckman Lorna Sa Ladi no Huiiinger Debra Lampani *1eliissa Martinez John McCleve • Mary Kay NcCIcve • Mark McCleve • Deanna McCulfor • Angela Nelson • Ryan Ogle • Karen Ohlrich • Ron Prins • Ron Richards Sarah Saines Dave Vanderwoude Ted VanDuinen Tanner Whitcomb Cathy Wilderotter Joy Woibers Sam Wright Wendy Zandstra g I I I I I I �Page 6/The Sun and News. Middleville. September 9. 2003 Moscow Ballet ‘Nutcracker’ cast to include 3 area girls Angie Maxey and Emily Jacobson. Two CHS seniors have I unique fund-raising idea Caledonia High School seniors Angie Maxey and Emily Jacobson have come up with a unique fund-rais­ ing idea that can actually put money in a donor's pocket. The girls hope to go on an honors choir trip to Germany next summer with the Caledonia High School Choralaires. Their plan is one of many fund-raising efforts to help with the cost of the upcoming trip. The idea is to create a buy­ ing group in the Caledonia. Middleville and Wayland areas to negotiate a reduced, seasonal propane price from local companies. This plan is based on the idea that a group of consumers are in a stronger bargaining position than a single customer. Toward the end of September, after collecting other products and services, including water softener salt, cable TV. garbage collec­ tion. lawn care, long distance telephone service, insurance, etc. The co-op idea could be used to generate funds for schools, churches, or other causes that help people in the community. Anyone willing to switch propane companies and want to join the co-op may call their phone number (Maxey at 891-0077 or Jaconson at 891-2162) or e-mail them at ChoirG i r I Propane @ aol .com for a sign-up form. They also have an informational web­ site with a link to their e-mail and a copy of the sign-up information at http://home.att.nct/~jake86/p ropane.html. names of people willing to join the co-op. the girls will negotiate with local propane companies to gel the lowest price package for the co-op members. Then they will report the results of the nego­ tiation to the group and pass on 100% of the savings to each co-op participant. Their one request is a one­ time. voluntary donation out of the savings in exchange for their organizational efforts. Maxey and Jacobson say they hope to raise enough money to cover the costs of their trips and will give any money beyond that to the rest of the choir. The two also believe that the idea of a co-op for fundraising purposes could apply to many other applications beyond propane. A similar plan could be applied to Q(d gchoof gtudios Correction: ^Professional Senior & Ramify ^pictures The salary of Caledonia School District Business Manager Judi Dean was erro­ neously reported in the Aug. 26 Sun and News. Dean’s actual salary is $80,865. The Sun & News regrets any dif­ ficulties this may have caused. at our Sturflo & (jfeautlful Charlton (Park <W« offer the best pricing I 00k gatlsfactlon. 269-948-2200 06S718M SOME VACATIONS ARE JUST MORE FUN THAN OTHERS. Now's a great ume to take the best o' al vacations a 3.4 or 7 day Carnival “Fun SNp" cruise vacation to The Bahamas, the Caribbean or the Mexican Riviera Aboard ship, you! enjoy fon activities. fabulous meats. the complete Nauoca Spa. program, lavish Vegas-styie shows, a fnendy casino and all the pampering service Carnival is famous for. 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Alison Schubert and Jamie Burr of Caledonia and Katie Ponsetto of Hastings were selected for roles in the Moscow Ballet's Nov. 5 per­ formance of "The Great Russian Nutcracker" at DeVos Hall in Grand Rapids. The three were among the more than 60 girls who tried out at the auditions, which were held at the East Pointe Mall in Grand Rapids Aug. 23. All who were accepted to participate the ballet received their assigned roles immediately following the audition. Burr, 13, who is a fresh­ man at East Kentwood High School, has performed in the Moscow Ballet’s Nutcracker for the past four years. This year she was assigned the role of a Grand Spanish dancer. Schubert, 11, is a sixth­ grader at Pinewood Middle School. This is her second year performing with the Gaines U. B. Church to honor pastor with Sept. 14 open house Gaines United Brethren Church. Caledonia, will be host for an open house and card shower from 2 to 4 p.m. Sunday. Sept. 14. to honor Pastor Mark Beers for his 12 years of service to the church. Beers and his family, Mary, Tony and Shana are moving to a new home and beginning a ministry in a new church. Katie Ponsetto of Hastings (right) and Jamie Burr of Caledonia (left) pose for photo with Boris Baskakov the children's ballet master for the Moscow Ballet s 10th anniversary Jubilee U.S. Tour. The local girls and oth­ ers from Grand Rapids and surrounding areas chosen to take part in the Moscow Ballet's Nov. 5. production of "The Great Russian Nutcracker" at DeVos Hall in Grand Rapids. Moscow Ballet she will dance the roll of a mouse. Newcomer Katie Ponsetto, 11, who will enter sixth grade at Hastings Middle School later this week, will dance the roel of a Christmas angel. For the next three days following the audition, the girls and all the others who were selected for the ballet attended rehearsals led by Boris Baskakov, a soloist with the Moscow Ballet and the children’s dance master for the ballet’s 10th anniver­ sary Jubilee Tour of the United States. Baskakov is a graduate of Russia’s renowned National Academy of Theatrical ArtsGIT1S Moscow. GITIS’ bal­ let department was founded in 1946 under A. Gorsky, R. Zakharov and Leonid Lavaosky of the Bolshoi Ballet with state funding equal to that for the Bolshoi. It was formed as training ground for choreographers and directors and continues its mission to preserve the heritage of Russian classical ballet. Baskakov has been a soloist with the Moscow Ballet since 2000 and was featured in the Trepak (Russian dance) variation in the Great Russian Nutcracker in 2001. His repertoire also includes prin­ cipal roles in “Swan lutke" and "Carmen.” Tickets for the Nov. 5 per­ formance of the Moscow Ballet’s Great Russian Nutcracker are available at the ticket offices of DeVos Hall and VanAndcl Arena in Grand Rapids. �The Sun and News. M»ddtevilte. Ml, September 9. 2003/ Page 7 It's Cider Time' festival gets under way Sept. 20 The 2003 "It’s Cider Time” festival series will get under way at Bowens Mills the weekend of Sept. 20 and 21 with the Colonial Days & Fiber Fest Weekend. The annual senes of five weekend festivals highlights a particular portion of America’s past in this area. To kick off the annual fall series, the Mud Creek Boys will play bluegrass music and there will be dancing from 7 to 11 p.m. Friday. Sept. 19. at the Gathenng Place. The Mud Creek Boys is a local band featuring five bluegrass musicians. The music played by the band is old time bluegrass. The band includes mandolin player Mike Zimmerman, bass player Chris Anderson, gui­ tarist Dwayne Curt, banjo player Todd Frailey and bass player Dave Adnanson. The band got together after meeting and fiddling around with music in Hastings. They have played at various churches, restau­ rants and other places in the Barry County area. They have recently recorded a CD. their first and will have them available for sale. The Mud Creek Boys have preformed at Bowens Mills throughout the summer, along with the Landmark Band, which plays old-time country. There is a $3 admis­ sion to this event. The dates for music and dancing are the first and third Fridays of the month from Memorial Day through Halloween. During the first weekend festival, highlights will include an old fashioned barnyard horse pull Saturday and horse pull Sunday at 2 p.m., horse-drawn wagon rides, sheep shearing demon­ strations. spinning demon­ strations. live old-time coun­ try music down by the old mill stream, antique tractors, steam and gasoline engines, along with flea market and arts and crafts. In 1978 the late Neal Cook and his wife. Marion, with the help of their children, grand children, family and friends joined together to resurrect a 19th century water-powered cider press located in an old mill near Middleville. Today the sec­ ond generation of millers take their turn offering, the sights and sips of cidering through the fall harvest festi­ val time at the old mill. A complex mixture of gears, pulleys, and belts rum­ ble. clank and rattle over­ head as a water-powered conveyor belt marches apples toward a giant, knifefilled hopper; the fruit is chopped into a huge apple salad. As every five bushels are processed, workers tuck them inside a cotton cloth to keep the skin and pulp inside. Up to seven layers consisting of five bushels each can be piled on top of each other for each pressing. Rome and Spy. The remaining festivals this fall will be held: • Sept. 27 and 28 — Steam & Gasoline Engine Show, co-sponsored by the Barry County Steam. Gas and Antique Machinery Association. There will be a huge display of antique trac­ tors. engines and farm machinery , flea market and arts and crafts. Special events will include old fash­ ioned antique tractor pulls, threshing demonstrations, and Cloggers scheduled throughout the day. both Saturday and Sunday. • Oct. 4 and 5 Mountain Men Encampment, co-sponsored by the Fork River Free Trappers with an authentic Mountain Men & Trapper living history encampment. There will be musicians playing dulcimer music, cos­ tumed craftsmen demon­ strating and selling their works, area blacksmiths will be working, along with water- powered cider making and com meal grinding demonstrations. • Oct. II and 12 - Civil War Days, featuring a large living history encampment. There will be a battle at 3 p.m. with a full schedule of special events, and artillery demonstrations both days. Special displays will include a variety of Civil War exhibits. Live Dulcimer The Mud Creek Boys will play bluegrass music from 7 to 11 p.m. Friday. Sept. 19, at the Gathering Place to kick off the annual “It’s Cider Time’’ fall series at Bowens Mills. After the layers are stacked up. the miller pulls a gear to place the apple pulp under­ neath a 50-ton press. Then it is a simple matter of waiting for the water pumps to build up enough pressure inside the cylindrical press to squeeze every last drop of sweet apple cider. The 12-foot-tall press takes half an hour to press 100 gallons of cider from 35 bushels of apples. It is pow­ ered by the water fiom the mill pond, which originates at Barlow Lake, then passes through the mill and contin­ ues to Payne Creek and then to Payne Lake, eventually emptying into Gun Lake. The old press was moved into the mill used over 100 years ago and is still contin­ ues to press today for demonstration. A tasty cider requires a mixture of apples. The best mixture would be some tart apples with some sweet apples and some acidy apples. Such a mixture could be Macintosh, some Spy, and some red delicious. Some people even add pears to the press to give the cider a bit of a bite. The process is the same as hundreds of years ago. but the names of the apples have changed from Russet, Pippin, and Maiden’s Blush to Jonathan. Macintosh, ^222222222222222222.2222^22222222222222,21 Family Trax Oidea ] Trojans gridders set for showdown with Saxons The wait is finally over. TK’s varsity football team moved to 2-0 Friday with a 44-13 win over Holland Christian, and now the Trojans can look ahead to the home opener against Hastings. Is the team excited? Introducing our MOST “Absolutely,” said Trojan coach Tim Penfield. "It’s our first home game on the turf , against an arch rival who we play in every other sport but haven’t met in football since 1937.” The Trojans enter the game after having their way < flew, » W PLAN ever. r JOIN NOW | M FOR ONLY UJ ■ Caledonia Caledonia Community Resource Center • 330 Johnson Wednesday 5 30 p.m. Middleville Middle Villa Inn • 4611 N. M-37 Hwy Thursday 6:30 p.m. Meetings also in Hastings and More! ^Weight Call Today Watchers 1 -800-651 -6000 www.weightwatcherswesternmichigan.com Otter expire! MWl VaM oN) m arw 6*4 O200J Wogfu WaKMn imemaoonal Inc owner ot *e WEIGHT WATCHERS trademart. Al resented with a Holland Christian team playing its first season of varsity football. “We had our way with them in the first half,” said Penfield. "Our speed cou­ pled with their inexperience led to a good first half.” The Trojans scored all 44 points in the first half, taking a 28-0 lead in the first period. Darrin Tape started the scoring for TK with a 58yard run. and ended the first quarter scoring on a 32-yard TD pass from Josh Eldridge. In between the two Tape touchdowns were a 79-yard run by Eldridge for a score and a 25-yard TO pass from Eldridge to Eric Reeder. “We big played them quite a bit.” said Penfield. The Trojans other two first half TO s came on a 79-yard run by Scott Brooks, and a 36-yard run by Adam Loveless. Tape wasn’t done making big plays. He added what Penfield said he believes to be a school record field goal of 39 yards. Brooks led the Trojan ground game with 88 yards on four carries TK totaled 379 y ards on the ground. Eldndge completed 3 of 6 passes for 71 yards. “Il’s a great start to the OK Gold for us.” said Penfield. “We were able to play lots of people and give some of our depth kids a good look." He added that he believes team depth will be a Music both days. •Oct. 18 and 19 — Living History. Quilt & Art Show Weekend, with a large encampment of Timeline Living History that will include trapping era. colonial era. Civil War era and more. Some of the activities will be horse-drawn wagon rides, barnyard horse pull at 2 p.m. Sunday, an old fashioned country fair atmosphere, antique tractors. farm machinery and engines by invitation only. The quilts and artwork will be on dis play in the Gathenng Place, along with artisans working on their crafts. All five weekend fall festi­ vals include live old-time music down by the old mill stream, a petting zoo with farm animals, horse drawn wagon rides with Belgian Draft Horses, cider pressing demonstrations on a gigantic 100-year-old water powered cider press; and stone ground com grinding demonstra­ tions on large original water turbine-powered grind stones and with many other history related activities The Old Mill is located in the heart of Yankee Springs Township, two miles north of Yankee Springs (Gun Lake) State Park. Watch for the huge Grindstone Marker on Briggs Road. For more information call M9 195 7530 or www.BowensMills.com. MninSf. Middleville • big factor in the league this year. The Trojans will try to continue their league success Friday against the 0-2 Hastings Saxons. “Hastings record is deceiving,” said Penfield. “They’re a dam good foot­ ball team.” “It should be a fantastic evening.” 8 Hours: Sun.-Thurs. 12-10 pm Fri. & Sat. 12-11 pm DVD, VHS & Game Rentals Movie Reservations 2 Day Rental on Sunday on all Rentals Every 20“* Rental FREE Locally Owned Rapid Cellular NEXTEL 3555 68th St., Ste. 12, Dutton, Ml (616) 554-7960 - Store (616) 554-7962 - Fax (616) 437-5501 - Cell *299” Instand Discount................. .................................... .»IOO°* Mail in Rebate............................................................... - *5000 With New Activation.................................... 5 I 4 999 Reg..................................... UNLIMITED NADONWCE EXPECT CONNECT’" ACCESS EXPECT CONNECT™ MWUTES MGHT « WEEKEND MWUTES 500 ANYTIME CELLULAR MINUTES Instant Nationwide Connect Plan $4999 Just ■ Alt Nextel Phonea-iQOoff r®0 price on new activation per rrorrth Teachers and Government Employees... RECEIVE ADDITIONAL 27% OFF every new actvaton Receive FREE car charger and toother cate fO vatue) �Page 8/The Sun and News. Middleville September 9. 2003 Drive-up coffee available at Middleville’s Midtown Cafe by Patricia Johns Staff Writer The neon orange signs say "Drive Up Open 7 a.m. to 9 a.m.,” but now some drivers wonder, is the Midtown Cafe in Middleville really provid­ ing drive-up service? Midtown Cafe now makes it so motorists don’t have to 5 Summer ; Clearance 1 Ceingen t park their cars on Main Street and go inside (in the back of The Scoop) for their morning coffee and muffin. They can just drive into the back parking lot and the attendant will bring their cof­ fee to them. The Midtown Cafe has been open almost two years now. Its "open mic" nights and entertainment have begun to attract a following. Besies ordering on the spot, orders can be called in advance and will be waiting for drivers at the drivethrough. Call 795-8804 to order or for more informa­ tion. i Kim's Konsignment * Caledonia Toll F ree 888-829-5919/891-2418 Birthday open house planned for Dorothy McDonald | Back-To-School Clothes... $ 3 Be nice on your pocketbook... Get twice the clothes for half the price... Lots of quality fashions your kids will love. / Infant thru Adult Clothing A Accesories including Plus Sizes, Maternity and Men's Clothing Hours: Mon. & Wed. 10-7.; Tues. Thun. & Fri. 10-6; Sat. 10-4 g o « 3E*-tfc Drive-up service is avail­ able in the back parking area of the Midtown Cafe. Come join family and friends on September 13th, to honor Dorothy McDonald’s 80th birthday. We will be celebrating at Lincoln Meadows Apartments, 500 Lincoln. Middleville from 1 to 5 p.m. Please no gifts. 9175 Cherry Valley (M-37), Ste. J (juM north of McDonald ». in the Glen Valley Retail Mall) Aaron McDermid and Terri Nesbitt welcome early morning customers to the Midtown Cafe's new drive-up service. Little Lambs gets a 9-month lease by Ruth Zachary Staff Writer You can be free to see more, learn more, work faster, work smarter That’s the fr eedom Charter Communications' offers you and your family. And now for a limited time your first two months of Charter Digital“ or Charter Cable TV, plus Charter Pipeline high-speed Internet service with modem rental and professional installation are FREE (Up to a $300 value.) Enjoy endless entertainment and educational choices with Charter Digital or Charter Cable TV. Charter Digital delivers pristine, digital picture and sound, as weH as commercial free music channels, special sports packages and hit movies All at your fingertips using a powerful, interactive onscreen guide Charter Pipeline lets you find more of what you're looking tor - in less time Help children with trier homework Downtoad fites at warp speeds. There's no waiting for del-up Charter Ppefrne ts always on. Now it s easier than ever to enjoy aS the freedom Charter offers. Just go to www charter.com/freedom Or cai the phone number below Give your family the freedom to see more, work taster ptay more, team more. 1-866 GO CHARTER ^..Charter 06571647 Confusion about a motion made by the Caledonia Township Board for Little Lambs Day Care Aug. 6 led to a new motion Aug. 20 for their lease of Alaska Hall. The motion extends the terms and conditions of the old lease to the cooperative organization for nine months. The township would make necessary roof repairs, and Little Lambs would make necessary code upgrades to the building, as needed, to obtain their occupancy per­ mit. Caledonia Township Supervisor Bryan Harrison said the township, as land­ lord. now must bring the building up to code. His feel­ ing was it was not an asset to the township and said he would not support the motion, though he made it. A Little Lambs spokes­ woman said it was document­ ed on paper they had made nearly $15,000 of improve­ ments to the building in the past two years. In addition, she said Vice Electric had donated around $10,000 in improvements. The co-op paid $4,800 in rent last year, and the township had approx­ imately that much in the budget to do repairs. Repeated calls when leaks were a problem were not addressed, she said. She asked how they could be sure the township would repair the roof. A list to bring the building up to code made by the build­ ing inspector was said to have been adjusted. She wanted the terms to be specific for this date. Trustee Bill Bravata explained that he was not in favor of a dollar lease as ear­ lier proposed. Some residents want to keep the building, but he does not. He has advocat­ ed selling the building to Little Lambs so they have a permanent home. "My opin­ ion is that we ought to give you a satisfactory price on that building, and make that your building, your leaky roof, your problem." Trustee Wally Bujak said he would not support the motion, and did support a long term lease. "I don’t think it’s right to put them in this building tor another nine months. I don’t know that a quick repair to the roof is acceptable. We have budgeted $6,(MM) for the maintenance of that building. We spent zero spend $6000 and fix the K.ol Trustee Richard Robertson said he had no attachment to the building, but the land it sits on will be there long after the building is gone. He was not sure the building should be sold for a small amount, or at least the township might buy other land with the money. He said land is a valuable asset and questioned selling it. Clerk Pat Snyder brought up the need for acquisition of land for cemetery use Bravata said "Another option... the money we got from Little Lambs, if we can prove we can justify the pur chase of a new fire station could be put into that. That would be an excellent invest­ ment for our township." He suggested selling it with a first right of refusal, or a buyback clause. Harrison said selling the property would require bids on the open market and sell­ ing a township asset at less than its true value is not an option. It was last appraised at around $250,000. Harrison said he was still in favor of the lease in which Little Lambs would have the obligation of the building and the township would hold the deed to the property. Trustee Larry Stauffer dis­ agreed. He pointed out there are other non-profit groups who also might benefit from such a deal. The board approved extending the old lease for nine months, with Manager Dave Zyistra to administer the repairs. Members of Little Lambs spoke during public commen­ tary of their disappointment over the decision. �The Sun and News. Middleville. Ml'September 9 2003/' Page 9 Financial Focus Furnished by Drew McFadden of Edward Jones and Co. • (616) 891-1173 Understanding fund classes: Not always as easy as A, B, C Before you buy a mutual fund, you’ll want to do some research. What is the fund's investment philosophy? Who manages it? How diversified are its holdings? Then, after you’ve done your homework, you'll have to use it for the right class. Specifically, you may need to choose which type - or "class" - of mutual fund shares you want to buy. The most common classes are "A." "B" and "C." Which is right for you? Let's take a look at all three: • Class A shares - When you buy Class A shares, you will pay an upfront sales charge, taken out of your ini­ tial investment. These sales charges (or "loads") usually range from 3 percent to 6 percent. So. for example, if you pay $10,000 for a mutu­ al fund that has a 5 percent load. $500 of your money will go for the sales charge, with $9,500 used to buy shares. Class A shares may also impose a "12b-1 fee" to cover marketing and distri­ bution expenses. These 12bI fees are fairly low-- about 0.25 percent annually. Class A shares traditionally have the lowest ongoing expenses of any class. • Class B shares - If you purchase Class B shares, you don't pay a sales charge right away. Instead, you’ll pay a "back-end load" when you sell your shares. Typically, this back-end load decreases over time, for most Class B shares, the load disappears after about six or seven years. Class B shares often charge a higher 12b-1 fee - as much as 1 percent per year. However. Class B shares often convert to Class A shares over time, so you would then start paying the lower 12b-J fee. • Class C shares Generally. Class C shares do not charge cither front-end or back-end loads if held for more than one year. But if you buy Class C shares, you may pay a 1 percent 12b-l fee for as long as you own the fund. Class C shares may not convert to Class A shares, so these continually high I2b-1 fees can make Class C shares quite expen­ sive. if you plan on holding them for many years. Which of these share class­ es is right for you? The answer depends somewhat on your individual situation. If you plan to hold a mutual fund for many years, then you might be best served by purchasing Class A shares. How about Class B shares? After all. the vanishing sales load can be an attractive fea­ ture - if you are absolutely sure that you will hold your fund long enough to benefit from it. If you sell your shares early, you will have to deal with the back-end charge. Hus. not all Class B shares convert to Class A. so you could be stuck w ith high 12b-1 fees, as well. As for Class C shares, we've already mentioned a potential drawback - the inability to convert to Class A shares with lower 12b-1 fees. Still, if you think you may only invest in a particu­ lar mutual fund for a few years, you might benefit from Class Cs lack of front­ end or back-end sales charges. Be careful, though some Class C shares do carry these charges. Clearly, you need to be sure of what your share class options are before you invest in a mutual fund. If you are investing in stock mutual funds, they are subject to market risks, including the potential loss of principal invested. Ask your invest­ ment representative which mutual funds are right for you and carefully read the prospectus, which should provide complete informa­ tion, including fees, about any fund. But you also must focus on how a fund can fit into a diversified portfolio, based on your goals, risk tol­ erance and time horizon. If a fund isn't right for you, then it's not a bargain - no matter what it costs. Thornapple Heritage Association seeking more memberships Current Thomapple Heritage Association President George French invites anyone who was not able to stop at the THA booth during Heritage Days to attend the group’s next meeting at 7 p.m. Thursday. Sept. 11. at Carveth Village. The Thomapple Heritage Association was fortunate to Middleville Cub Scout signup to be Tuesday be started by interested Middleville area citizens, starting with G. Donavan Dean (now deceased), who sent out invitations in 1976 to individuals in the area. Others. including Mercedes French who recruited Lorraine and Dave Otto, continued the interest in the group. Since 1976 many individuals have kept the group active in the area. The first meeting was held in the old Baptist church which was the village hall and police station. Current members meet monthly and are working on a project to preserve the depot. YOUR ONE STOP WATER STORE BEST PRICE, QUALITY, SERVICE Most Common Working Water Problems... • Hardness • Iron, Sulfur & Manganese — COUPON — Ask us about 6 MONTHS INTEREST FREE ■ Visit Our $ftowr°ont WATER CONDITIONING —SHOWROOM / STORE HOURS— ~ Monday Fnday » 30 any« pm. Saturday Cub Scout Pack #3065 of Lee Elementary School's Information about this 9980 Cherry Valley, Caledonia (M-37) Middleville will have its annu­ multi-purpose room. group can be obtained by con­ 06571542 1-888-891-0303 • 616-877-4339 al sign-up night on from 7 to Though boys may sign up at tacting Advisor Carlene 8:30 p.m. Tuesday, Sept. 9. at any time, this is an annual Converse at 948-4593. chance to get started in the experience. Those in first grade can become Tiger Cubs and need an adult partner to register w ith them. Boys in second and third grades are called Cub Scouts and those in fourth and fifth grades are Webelos. Registration fees are $ 10 for the year, with Boys Life Magazine also available for • How much will you need $10. The new handbooks for to retire? each level also will be avail­ ■ Does your current IRA offer able to purchase. Any boy who Active seniors who could live anywhere, choose to live at Pennock the earning power you need? is new to the TK schools can Village. Why? Just ask the children of Pennock Village residents Don and transfer for a fee of $ 1. Anyone I Are your 401(k) investments Norma Sothard, Donna Mathews and Martha Misak. who cannot attend the signup well diversified? can get more information by Mom and Dad wanted the carefree lifestyle to go when and where they • Are you taking advantage calling Cubmaster Susan wanted. Yet, they still wanted to slay "connected” to our family, and the of increased IRA contribution Montroy evenings at 795many friends they’ve made in the Hastings area. Pennock Village lets 1175. Adult leaders also are limits? them do both! ” welcome and needed at the start of the year. Find out how you can find the perfect place for your senior lifestyle at CaM today to schedule a Older boys grades six and free. no-obUgation review. Pennock Village. Call (269) 945-5871 for a free tour and all of the details. up who are interested in Boy Or, visit online at www.pennockhealth.com/pennock_village. Scouting can join or transfer Drew McFadden I'-rvest’nem Representative by attending the regular scout 9185 Cherry VWtoy W SE meeting Tuesday at 7 p.m. at Suite E. CmdtxM. Ml 49316 the TK Middle School cafete­ Bus. 616B911173 ToM Free 866-8911173 ria. Fees are the same as above www eOwarcyones oom For more information, call Scoutmaster Bruce Roskam evenings at 795-7028. Middleville also has Venture Crew 2105, a co-ed HEALTH tfA 'ERVICES Sernng hdmdud hwMbm Seece 1I71 group for high school students which concentrates on adven­ PENNOCK VILLAGE ture trips. They will have their own open house later on. Will You Be Able to Retire on Time Seniors and Their Children Agree...... & Edw ard Jones Pennock �Page 10/The Sun and News. Mtddtevrtte. September 9. 2003 For Dutton Rapid Cellular customer service is key by Cathy Rueter Staff Writer Alaa and Roxanne Abden opened their first Rapid Cellular in Hudsonville near­ ly two years ago and their in second ishowroom. * opened last Dutton, November. They are now on the verge of opening their third, at Byron Center and U.S.-131, next month. That makes one store every year for three years. Alaa said he believes cus­ tomer service is their secret to success. Speaking from the Dutton store. Abden said he feels that they can offer top notch customer service with their Rapid Cellular showrooms. "I’ve been in the customer service area for 15 years (with a car dealership). Keeping the customer com­ ing back means making sure the customer is extremely satisified." The couple like the Dutton and Caledonia areas so much that they are planning to make it their home with more than just their store. Though the Abdens current­ ly live in the Grandville area, they are planning a move to Caledonia with four of their five children (one is away at college). “This place was a good location," said Alaa. "It’s nice and growing. My wife was raised in Kentwood. We’re very familiar with the area. Roxanne is a graduate of Kentwood (High School)." Abden himself is a native of Egypt, but w ith the excep­ tion of some time in Washington for schooling, he has been putting his roots down in the West Michigan area for more than 20 years. He has been in the states since 1977. Because of a special dis­ count offered to teachers, the Abdens have been talking with quite a few from the area. "We’ve been getting a lot of teachers (coming into the showroom)." he said. “We’ve talked to them about the area. We like to be away from the city. (Outside the city) is more relaxed. “We really like this area. There is a lot (offered) here. People like to support the area. We like to see that." The special discount men­ tioned earlier is offered by Rapid Cellular to teachers and government employees. A 10% discount on plans is made even sweeter with a 27% discount on phones, in addition to any sale price. Discount or not. Abden feels that they keep their cus­ tomers coming back with their customer service poli­ cy. ’’This is a very competi­ tive business." he said. ’’We like to think of ourselves as the best, and I mean the best, in customer service." sent his three sons, (at 17, 18 and later the 16-year-old) to the United States (for school­ ing). He paid all of our tuition, we had no scholar­ ships. It was .not easy. And he never once, not once, did he ask for our transcripts. He only knew that we were seri­ ous about our schooling when he came for our gradu­ ation. When my brother and I were receiving our master's degree and our younger brother received his bache­ lor's. he was very proud." Abden himself is a very proud father and strong fam­ ily man. The couple have five children, Kristina. 24. currently away at college. Amirah, (’’it means princess in Egyptian, ') is 10. Ameer, ("prince”) is 8 and Yosof is Often family and friends can be found together with the couple's immediate fam Alaa Abden. along with his wife. Roxanne, pride themselves on their customer service. He says. "We like to think of ourselves as the best, and I mean the best, in customer service." The showroom carries a full line of accessories. They offer Nextel. Alltell. AT&T and T-Mobile. "Nextel can be walkietalkied in the whole United States." explained Abden. "That’s good for businesses with associates in other areas. It's good for parents HEFFRON FARMS Since 1921 Heffron Farms has been proud of the products raised right on our farm! We take pride in providing you with high quality “Naturally Grown” meats that you will be proud to serve at your table! Our Newest Farm Market Is At CALEDONIA CROSSINGS PLAZA with students in other states. Verizon is coming out with a two-way radio. But Nextel already has it. It will take awhile for (Verizon cus­ tomers) to be able to twoway everyone. You're talk­ ing 15 million Nextel (cus­ tomers) nationwide versus a few thousand (Verizon cus­ tomers). But I’m glad to see the competition." Rapid Cellular now is also a showroom for the Dish Network. Abden was not a supporter of the dish origi­ nally, but after trying it out and experiencing the servic­ es available for the price, he is a huge advocate of the sys­ tem. "If I don't believe in it, I Scot singles players sweep Byron Center in Gold action Caledonia’s varsity girls’ tennis team moved to 2-0 in the O-K Gold last week by topping Byron Center at home on Wednesday 5 -3. The Scots swept the four singles flights and got a win from it second doubles team to seal the victory. At two doub’s, Erica Donnell and Amanda Maicheie got off to a fast start against the Bulldogs and just kept going to a 6-1, 9028 N. Rodgers, Caledonia (616) 891-8555 PLAINFIELD PLAZA CLYDE PARK PLAZA 54 th SL and Ch de Park (616) 534-4414 BELDING FARM MARKET t at the Fan.) win at third singles, and Amy Nerz with a 6-0, 6-0 win al fourth singles were both steady through their entire matches. Caledonia visited South Christian on Monday in another league match, and will continue the Gold sea­ son this Wednesday when they host Wayland. Saturday. September 13, the Scots will host the Caledonia Invitational. KEVIN VANDERHEIDE, D.D.S. 9809 Cherry Valley, Suite G Caledonia, Ml 49316 “Dr. VanderHetde's great personality made me feel at ease. He took time to explain all my options and I was extremely happy with the work done. " — Kim-Owner of Essential Bean “I’ve always been anxious about going to the dentist, but Dr. VanderHeide made the appointment fun and comfortable for me." — Liz Sorsen, Community School Teacher • GREAT WITH KIDS (616) 794 2527 “Bringing Our Farm To You.” 6-2 win. First singles player Carly Farver won 7-6(4), I-6, 6-1. After slipping in the second set, Caledonia coach Mike Wilson said she “regrouped very well for the third set.” Sylvia Radzikowski at second singles trailed 2-3 early in the first set, but responded to take ten of the next 11 games and win 6-3, 6-1. Ali Steams with a 6-2,6-3 CHERRY VALLEY DENTAL Stop in at any of our Farm Markets: 1-96 and Plainfield Aten tie (616)363-4175 don't sell it. It goes along with something my father told me. 'If it comes from the heart, it goes to the heart." Roxanne may only have a couple years in the cellular phone industry, but she's a familiar face in the Grand Rapids area. She was the catering manager for the Aquinas Restaurant and Charlie’s Crab, holding a culinary arts degree. Alaa went to Grand Rapids Junior College for a time, but holds a master's degree in business from Seattle, Washington. He also holds a bachelor’s degree in international business. "My father was a brave man," he says proudly. "He "1 encourage these (family get-togethers). I like to see he family together," explains. the Besides running stores. Abden loves sports. He coaches Amirah and. Yosof's soccer teams and assists with Ameer's team, the West Michigan Panthers. “He wants to be another Rinaldo," Abden smiles. Alaa may best sum up the Abdens' customer service philosophy; "The most important for (my) employ­ ees is the sincerity, true sin­ cerity - not fake, between the employee and the cus­ tomer." For those interested in stopping by the Dutton store and getting a dose of that customer commitment them selves, the store is located at 3555 68th St.. Suite 12. Call them at 616-554-7960. (616) 891-4424 • HONEST, QUALITY SERVICE DONE WITH INTEGRITY ENTER TO WIN A FREE BLEACH KIT �The Sun and News. Middleville. M^September 9. 2003/ Page 11 From Our Readers Local Citizens Speak Out On Issues Special interests run Caledonia To the editor: Is Caledonia government influenced by special inter­ ests? The Caledonia Township Board will shortly drive the final nails in the local tax­ payers’ coffin. Though our township is already taxed third highest in Kent County, we will see the signing of contracts banding Caledonia taxpayers to future utility obligations benefiting only developers, contracts that directly contravene local ordinances A simple com­ parison of contracts will highlight contractual terms that so blatantly favor special Interests that forensic inves­ tigation will surely be called for. The spawn of these ' pri­ vate contract" special inter­ ests will cost taxpayers dear­ ly in the future. For instance, two "private” contracts bringing utilities to Garden Grove require taxpayers to pay engineering costs exceeding $ 100,000. and offer paybacks of almost $450,000. Then add the $250,000 needed to expand water and sewer plant capac­ ity to accommodate this development. This $8(X),OOO means our town­ ship trustees arc paying Garden Grove $6,OCX) per water/sewer unit to accept our utility "gift" At the other end of the spectrum, the Clearview development pays us almost $5,000 per water/sewer unit over cost. Broadview and Valley Point projects pay us a smaller, but still significant sum for utili­ ties. Cherry Valley Estates contract payments are less, but essentially cover costs. Which is OK. since utilities are not supposed to make a profit. But by ordinance, developers are required to pay their full utility costs. Unfortunately, the "prof­ itable" contracts do not off­ set the "gift" to Garden Grove (the cost of the water and sewer connectors from 76th to 84th Street are totaled, with contractual obligations, and with utility plant expansion costs, the taxpayer will somehow have to come up with near $2 mil­ lion. This money can only come out of the general fund, increased taxes, or higher utility fees. In spite of spot­ ted past predictions, utility consultants insist almost l,5(X) additional water con­ nections and 1.000 addition­ al sewer connections needed to balance the budget will materialize out of thin air. Many potential users insist they do not need these utili­ ties. and will not connect, leaving this potential of bal­ ancing of the budget prob­ lematical at best. But if Garden Grove paid the cost of its utilities, per ordinance and on a par with other developers, the taxpay­ er burden would be halved. And this part of the burden can be justified in the needed sewer and water connectors between the north and south utility districts. If we are lucky enough nebulous utili­ ty connections may material­ ize pay for this segment of the debt Though two Kent County townships have higher taxes than Caledonia, both are building highly visible infra­ structure, such as libraries, trails, parks, and are upgrad­ ing roads. What are our local officials doing which our high taxes to enrich lives in our community? They are mortgaging our future to benefit special interests. Watch your local officials carefully, and watch how each trustee votes. When election time comes, we must replace any self-serving members of the Township Board. Our trustees do not seem to understand an ordi­ nance has the force of law, and our supervisor must understand he has the statu­ tory obligation to enforce the law. A new board must reserve the option to renego­ tiate one-sided contracts that directly contravene not only local ordinances, but most importantly, common sense. Clarence Slaughter, Caledonia Useful stores needed in Middleville mini-mall To the editor: I am disappointed to see a new dollar store show up in the Marketplace mini­ mall in Middleville. I had hopes of finally getting some useful stores in our community. Another dollar store is not what we need. It occurred to me after spending the after­ noon in Caledonia. Cascade and Kentwood doing my weekly shopping that maybe nobody has both­ ered to calculate how many dollars actually fly out of Middleville every day Wouldn’t it be nice if we had a hardware, a bakery, a full-service grocery store, a card shop, a florist where you don't need to wear bools in order to walk in through the dirt and mud. a full-service pharmacy stocked with merchandise for sale and a restaurant Thornapple Kellogg Moms in Touch kickoff Sept. 17 A Thornapple Kellogg Moms in Touch informa­ tional meeting will be held at 9:30 a.m. Wednesday. Sept. 17 at Peace Reformed Church north of Middleville on M-37. All TK moms who are interested in praying for their kids and the schools are welcome to attend either for information to start their own group or to join one of the groups already formed. Refreshments will be served and child care will be pro­ vided. Groups that have already been formed include a high school parents’ group meet­ ing Mondays at the First Baptist Church at 9 a.m. and elementary groups at the Peace Church Wednesdays at 9:30 a.m. A group needs to be formed to pray for the middle school. Moms in Touch International is an interde­ nominational. non-profit Middle ViUaJnn tart Ci tact... to sill <11 fir ItH/UHC UMUiS Mon- Men’s league 6:30 pm WHY WAIT UNTIL WINTER SEMESTER? There is still time to register for a wide variety of college classes at KCC's Fehsenfeld Center near Hastings, but time is growing short Compare accessi­ bility. cost and transferability and you'll soon realize the benefits of attending class locally. Daytime Classes ANTH 100 Intro. Anthropology HIST 104 Modem America UTE 213 Children s Literature MUSI 211 Music Appreciation OIT 160 Application Software PEC 121 Healthy Lifestyle Practices PHIL 202 Intro to Ethics POSC 200 American System of Government PSYC 201 Intro, to Psychology PSYC 220 Developmental Psychology SOCI 201 Intro to Sociology Evening Classes ACCO 101 General Accounting BUAD 101 Intro, to Business BUAD 201 Business Law COMM 101 Interpersonal Communications CRJU 203 Crime & Delinquency ECON 201 Macro Economics ECON 202 Micro Economics ENGL 120 Writing Improvement ENGL 152 Freshman Composition II ENGL 97 Writing Skills HIST 103 American Foundations HUMA 150 Encounter With the Arts HUSE 215 Positive Child Guidance HUSE 224 Intro, to Child Care HUSE 235 Child Growth and Development PEC 121 Healthy Lifestyle Practices PHIL 201 Intro, to Philosophy POSC 200 American System of Government PSYC 201 Intro, to Psychology PSYC 220 Developmental Psychology SOCI 201 Intro to Sociology SOCI 202 Social Problems STSK 98 College Reading & Study Skills Check KCC’s website wwwkellogg.edu or stop in the Fehsenfeld Center for full particulars. Team. Individual league General Dentistry’ for Children & Adults — NEW PATIENTS WELCOME — Thurs- Mixed league Bk 6:45 pm JD Team Individual league Sat- Couples-once a month league 6:00 pm & 8:30 4611 N. M-37 Hwv. • MUdiwiilr 795-3640* 891-1287 09671908 Christopher J. Hier, D.D.S. 616-891 -1 240 Wed- Mixed league 7.00 pm Team. Individual league Youth leagues now forming - call for details ministry for moms who meet one hour a week to pray for their children and the schools they attend. Moms in Touch does not promote any political agen­ da. but rather seeks to be a positive support and encouragement to the schools. The TK groups have been meeting since 1995. For more information, call Beth Berkimer at 616891-2158. where you could have a meal, not just pizza? These are just the basics. Wouldn't it also be nice to see maybe a health food store, a pet supply store and a gift shop? Anything is possible. If anybody is interested, we are out here and we are spending our money every­ where but Middleville. Trish Stowe. Middleville Early Morning & Evening Appointments Available Conveniently located on M-37 in Caledonia (Right on the way to orfrom work) Quality dental care in a relaxed and friendly atmosphere. Your Smile The First Thing People See! �Page 12/The Sun and News, Middleville. September 9. 2003 Farm preservation, continued from page 1 blocks, and keeping housing in smaller blocks. It would be great to give the fanner the opportunity to sell the development rights so the land always stays in agricul­ ture." Hirsch said "It has been proven time and again that preserving agriculture lessens the financial burden on the community long term. "You won't have to worn about running sewer and water out there. You won t have to worry about fighting with a developer for density. It's not going to be a burden on the school system. "People live in Caledonia and Gaines townships because it’s rural. You can’t keep rural without agricul­ ture. A house on every two CALEDONIA TOWNSHIP CALEDONIA TOWNSHIP BOARD September 3. 2003 Present Harrison, Cardwell. Bravata. Bujak Robertson, and Stauffer Absent Snyder Also Present Planner/ Manager Zylstra. Deputy Clerk Palmer, and several citizens Supervisor Harrison called the regular Caledonia Township meeting to order at 7 02 p m Supervisor Harnson led the Pledge and Invocation CONSIDERATION OF THE AGENDA: Bujak removed item 5C - Approval to pay bills Moved Harnson. second Bravata to add item 9F - Annual Leaf drop off Ayes All MOTION CARRIED. PUBLIC COMMENT: None INQUIRY OF CONFLICT OF INTEREST: Stauffer would like to be excused from item 5D - 1st Read Ordinance to amend the Zoning Ordinance for Stauffer 's Cove CONSENT AGENDA: Moved Stauffer, second Bravata to approve the consent agenda items 5A • Minutes and 5B Correspondence Ayes All MOTION CARRIED. Bujak ques­ tioned a check to Clerk Snyder for bunals Discussion was held regarding the payment of servtc es to Board members Moved Cardwell, second Stauffer to approve the payment of bills. Ayes All MOTION CARRIED. Moved Robertson, second Stauffer to continue to pay Snyder for this service and be paid through payroll with the proper tax being taken out. Ayes: All MOTION CARRIED. Discussion was held regarding the lock changes to the utilities in the Township Moved Harrison, second Cardwell to approve item 5D - 1st Read - Ordinance to amend the Zoning Ordinance for Stauffers Cove Stauffer abstained from voting. Ayes: All MOTION CARRIED. REPORT FROM BOARD OFFICERS AND STAFF: None CORRESPONDENCE: None PDR FUNDS AUTHORIZA­ TION FOR GOOD FARM: Bill Hirsch thanked the Board for their support and discussed the need tor preserving the farmland Amy Shepard discussed the ben­ efits of this item Moved Harrison, second Bujak to authorize the use of $40,000 from the Parks and Recreation Fund to be made available through the year of 2004 for the use of purchasing the develop­ ment nghts to the Good Farm Ayes All MOTION CARRIED. Jim Good thanked the Board for their support Moved Harnson. second Bravata to make the $40,000 available through budg­ et year 2004 Ayes Al MOTION CARRIED. DISCUSSION - NON-PAY­ MENT OF UTILITY CHARGES BY LITTLE LAMBS ORGANI­ ZATION: Harnson discussed the non-payment of the utility charges tor the use of the budd­ ing as they have not been bated up to this point Amy Shepard discussed the Little Lambs hav­ ing not been billed and that they had contacted the Township on two occasions Robertson dis­ cussed the need tor tots charge to be paid Moved CardweM. sec­ ond Stauffer to not charge Little Lambs the previous balance of the utilities at the Alaska Hal and to begin charging from tots port on Moved Harnson. second Stauffer to amend the motion tor Little Lambs to pay 50% of toetr share of 50% of toe utility b*s Ayes: Harnson Bravata. Bujak. Robertson and Stauffer Nay: Cardwell MOTION CARRIED. Vote on toe motion Ayes: Al MOTION CARRIED ACTION ON CALEDONIA EXCAVATING BID: Moved Bravata. second Stauffer to extend the agreement with Caledonia Excavating through 12/31/03. Ayes: Harrison, Cardwell. Bravata. Robertson and Stauffer Nay: Bujak MOTION CARRIED. DECISION ON LEPARD PUBLIC HEARING PARK DATE: Discussion was held regarding the delay of the public hearing and the implications It was requested that the Clerk post the proper papers Moved Harnson. second Bravata to authorize the postponement of the public hearing until the Board takes further action on the Board Ayes All MOTION CARRIED CONSIDERATION TO AUTHORIZE ATTORNEY TO AMEND TAM CONTRACT: Pierson discussed the need for the amendment Robertson questioned what was delaying the bond sale Discussion was held Moved Cardwell, second Bravata to authorize the attorney to amend the T&M contract to include wording for cost and repayments tor not bonding at this time for the water transfer agreement. Ayes: All. Nay: Bujak MOTION CARRIED. ANNUAL LEAF DROP OFF: Moved Harrison. second Stauffer to authorize an annual leaf drop-off to be held at the Campau/Kettle Sewer Treatment plant on October 18 and 25 and November 1.8. 15 and 22. Ayes: All MOTION CARRIED. RESOLUTION ESTABLISH­ ING TOWNSHIP PROPERTY TAX RATES FOR 2003: Robertson discussed the taxes being high. Moved Bravata. sec­ ond Harnson to adopt a resolu­ tion establishing Township Property Tax Rates for 2003. Roll call vote Ayes Alt MOTION CARRIED. BOARD COMMENTS: Bujak questioned the support of the Assessor Robertson discussed the Clerk's department offenng clerical assistance to the Fire Department. Discussion was held Bravata discussed Lakeside Cemetery and the progress that is being made Robertson discussed the amend­ ments to the TAM contract PUBLIC COMMENT (EXTENDED - UP TO 5 MIN­ UTES): Amy Shepard discussed Little Lambs and the building being brought up to code She requested that a thrty-day notice be given when someone rents the building Moved Harnson. second Bravata with toe excep­ tion of official Township business and funerals be given a thirty day notice Ayes Al MOTION CAR­ RIED. Discussion was held regarding repairs and mainte­ nance There is no air condition­ ing or screens on toe building Harnson would take Zylstra to order screens and order a dump­ ier Little Lambs wil remove toe inoperable stove Bib H.rsh thanked toe Board tor the* sup­ port. A Lithe Lambs representa­ tive thanked toe Board tor alow ng toem to stay tor another 9 months ADJOURNMENT Moved Caroweii second Bravata to adjourn Ayes AM MOTION CARRIED. Patricia Snyder Caledonia Township Clerk acres is not rural." The way things are going is pushing fanners out, Hirsch said. "This is a baby step to try to preserve some agriculture and give some relief to the dairy farmers and the people of our community." Other things, like sewer and water, were important, but there is a lot of sewer and water that way." Hirsch said, pointing north. "I grew up in Kentwood. There are a lot of buildings sitting empty in Kentwood because people don't want to live there any more. When this is solid housing, people won't want to live here any more, either, and Middleville will be worrying about sewer. Why not stop it here and encourage the grow th to go back in and make Kentwood a safe place to live." He said his mother lives there, and it's not safe there any more. She has her gas stolen and her tires slashed. "It was a great place when I was a kid. Caledonia will be the same thing, if you don't preserve agriculture." he warned. Hirsch said other farms would be endangered by the Good farm falling to houses. "This is an ideal farm. There is a large agricultural block to the west that would be affected by this." Perhaps the w inning argu­ ment was Hirsch's challenge to the board in August. "If Jerry Good’s farm falls to housing, w hat amount will you spend on legal fees fighting a developer who wants a density greater than you would usually get?" "Would the board be will­ ing to commit the amount of money they would pay to fight a high density develop­ ment on that curve? Harrison said he would support that, but he doubted if $40,000 would be enough to prevent the sale of the farm. The farm preservation­ ists would still have to raise the other matching funds, he said. Citizen Amy Shepard said, "You guys supporting this sets a really important precedent, and gives a sym­ bolic commitment to the his­ tory of Caledonia. Its a strong consideration. It's a grand thing to be in support of." So how does the PDR pro­ gram work? Through the preservation program, the government would pay a farmer for a permanent deed restriction on the develop­ ment rights of the property (PDR) in an agreement to keep the land in farm use into perpetuity’. Participation is voluntary. The farmer still owns the land and can continue to farm and can reinvest the money or sell the property to another farmer at the reduced value in order to retire. Taxes also would be reduced to farm value, rather than based on development value as they are now. This would allow another farmer to invest in the land and keep it in agriculture. More than 40 states now are participating in PDR pro­ grams. The goal is to estab­ lish and preserve contiguous blocks of prime farmland where possible. Kent County would like to preserve more than 25.000 acres in the next 10 years. No county funds are currently committed to the program. Kent County approved the program and established a Farm Board in February 2003 to administer the pro­ gram and to help educate the public about it. Local programs must be put in place on the county level to access federal and state funding when it becomes available. In July, it was explained, the state received $2.4 million for the year from the federal govern­ ment for the program, sev­ enth highest of the states par­ ticipating. To preserve the Good farm, some portion of the needed matching funds may come from private funds, organizations, and even land donations for easement may count as part of the match. Someone suggested organiz­ ing "Friends of the Farm," similar to Friends of the Library, which works to raise funds for supporting that cause. Dennis Pennington, Barry County Farm Agent from MSU Extension, said Kent County still needs to approve the selection criteria, and the points based appraisal por­ tions of the program. He said applications for the county’s PDR program must be turned in as soon as the farm board is ready for them. Good's farm must be rated along with all the other applicants. Pennington said matching funds are needed from coun­ ties. townships, and other sources. He said one option might be an investor interest­ ed in promoting agriculture He said some counties are trying to set up a community foundation that will accept donations for a specific pur pose, in this case matching farm preservation funds. "You guys supporting this sets a really important precedent, and gives a symbolic commitment to the history of Caledonia. Its a strong considera­ tion. It's a grand thing to be in support of." — Amy Shepard Hirsch said one next step will be to approach private foundations to raise funds. "It would be nice if the Farm Bureau would con­ tribute.” he said. In view of the years of service given to the Farm Bureau by Elton R. Smith, it would be appropriate for his farm to be preserved by Farm Bureau matching funds. In July. Hirsch said more blocks of preserved agricul­ ture also are being estab­ lished in Gaines, a communi­ ty which the Good farm is part of. if not in the same township, and he mentioned how the Caledonia Elevator has supported the agricultur­ al community as well. "You have a wonderful elevator at the heart of town" he said. "If the Good farm becomes housing, it’s going to be harder for the Elevator to do business with farmers and for farmers to do busi­ ness with the Elevator. It's a buffer for all the farmers to the west." Hirsch added the Finkbeiner farm, with 230 acres, would be an important addition to the program in helping to preserve the agri­ cultural community. "It’s off the beaten path; they have very productive farm land." He said the Wayne Rodgers farm might not qualify for the program, with its location on M-37, though Rodgers also wants to con­ tinue in agriculture. Hirsch pointed out the larger public benefit of farm ORDINANCE NO. 03 Z AN ORDINANCE to amend the Zoning Ordinance of the Township of Caledonia (R-2 Rezoning of Lands at 10173 Duncan Lake Avenue—Larry Stauffer) THE CHARTER TOWNSHIP OF CALEDONIA ORDAINS: Section 1 The Zoning Ordinance of toe Charter Township of Caledonia ts hereby amend­ ed by toe amendment of Section 4 2 thereof, toe Zoning Map, so as to rezone toe toAowing described kands from toe A Agricultural District to toe R-2 Medium Density Single Family District The Northwest 1/4 of toe Northwest 1/4 of Section 32. Town 5 North. Range 10 West, except tool part thereof described as commencing at toe Northwest comer of said section, thence South 570 teet toence North 21 * East 240 feet, thence Northeasterly to toe North sectton line at a point 454 feet East of toe Northwest comer ot said section, toence West 454 feet to toe port ot beginning Caledonia Township. Kent County, Michigan Sectton 2 Eftecftre Date/Publicafton rhts Ordinance shall become effective seven days after As pubkeahon or seven days after toe publication of a notice of adoption in a local newspaper of general circulation tn toe township MS71M0 and food production. "People are out of touch. Food does not come from the grocery store." "Every ten days in Michigan we lose 2,400 acres of land. Look at your kids and grandkids, and ask if that’s important or not." He said he was- working hard now so that "your grandkids will go by there and know what a dairv farm looks like." Agriculture is the second biggest industry in the state, yet in Michigan 240 acres of land is consumed for devel­ opment every single day. Development is consuming land six times as fast as the population is growing. "The farmers in this state are in a crisis." he said. "They are taxed according to what’s around them instead of what they're doing with their land, and it’s wrong." This program would allow Jerry Good to continue to farm and get the property taxes back down where they belong. Hirsch added. Med-O- Bloom Farm, presently operated by Jerry Good, has been worked as a farm since the 1850s or ’60s, Good said. Med-O-Bloom is one of the three largest sur­ viving farms in Caledonia. * Elton R. Smith, who began farming there in 1931. served as president of the Michigan Fann Bureau for 25 years, and vice president of the national American Farm Bureau Federation for some time as well. Smith died in September 1999. Good explained. Good began working for Smith when he was only 13 years old. They became part ners in 1966 and farmed together until Smith retired about a year before his death. Good now farms the land with his own son, Jim, who would like to follow in the agricultural tradition. Jim at one time served as ag agent for Barry County Cooperative Extension before leaving to return to the Gixxi family farm. Good said he applied for a state PDR program several years ago while Elton Smith was still alive. This was a rather small program in that the state only sets aside about 400 acres of farmland per year, and so far he has not been awarded the ease­ ment. Now with the federal program in motion, Good is hopeful that he will at least know by the end of the year if he is likely to get the fund­ ing. Good said milk prices dropped about two years ago, and many other farmers in the area are also in a simi­ lar situation. He blamed for­ eign market prices based on low labor costs and high property taxes for the prob­ lem He said his taxes are $20,000 per year because "Kent County is the worst county in Michigan, “for high tax assessments.’* The farm loses money now, but if taxes are lowered as a result of an assessment based on farm use, it might be able to stay in business, he said. The easement would also pay off an amount of debt owed, which includes inter­ est. �The Sun and News. Middleville. Ml/September 9. 2003/ Page 13 Another development request made for ‘southern Caledonia1 by Ruth Zachary Staff Writer The Caledonia Village Planning Commission last Tuesday night tabled a pre­ liminary site plan request by Chris Vanderhoff of Bosco Construction to build an eight-unit apartment build­ ing off Maple Street, which he hopes to start yet this year. The request is to be part of a larger project, which Vanderhoff hopes eventually to expand to include 80 apartments in the future. It is expected to make another proposal by Wesley and Associates, for a 116-unit off Kinsey an even more com­ plicated situation, adding to the already strained infra­ structure for village streets in the south part of town. The apartment complex would not require rezoning because it’s already zoned for R-3. Village Planning Consultant Mark Sisson of landmark Strategies listed several points that needed clarification, leading to tabling the request. These details were enumerated and ordinance specifics were to be further explained by Sisson so Vanderhoff could return with the required details. The current plan would specify brick all the way around the two-story build­ ing at least halfway up. Interiors would include oak trim, cabinets and doors and ceramic tile. The building size was not specified, but apartments would include some one-, two- and threebedroom units, of 9(X) to 1200 square feet, and expect­ ed to rent at a range of $550 to $700 per month. One problem for village planners is Vanderhoff s expectation to be able to hook this building up to an eight-inch village sanitary sewer line on Maple Street, which he said would wort for the elevation of that par­ ticular building, but topo­ graphic details were not pro­ vided. Approval also will depend on further verifica­ tion that the already stressed village sewer system will support eight more units. A well would be put in to service the eight units because no public water is currently available. Sisson recommended both sewer and water implications for the village need considera­ tion. and more details also were needed for planned connection of gas and elec­ tric utilities. No specific plan for deten­ tion and drainage was shown, except the general area with eventual water flowing to the Emmons Drain was verbally explained. Sisson wanted to see a plan for a refuse service area. Vanderhoff said a com­ mon dumpster would be enclosed. Although Vanderhoff described lighting plans they were not specified on the drawing presented. He said entry ways would be lighted, and some lighting would be placed on enclosed back decks but parking lighting would be soft. Units would each have their own storage spaces on site. Screening, landscaping and buffering plans were not indicated, to consider sur­ rounding single family homes, except Vanderhoff hoped to leave as many existing trees as possible. Parking lot size, matenals and spaces were not suffi­ ciently described. Vanderhoff said spaces would be 10 X 20 tcci He said he was looking for approval of the building placement, setbacks and guidance for the rest of the details he needed, before investing in engineering and architectural plans. He thought engineering for the road, for drainage, blue­ prints, etc., could follow that approval. Long term plans would take anywhere from four to eight years, Vanderhoff said. He said he could not estimate future phases, dependent on availability of public water from the township from lines on M-37 or Kinsey Street. He said at this point he could not commit to a future con­ tribution for street improve­ ments. Sisson pointed out in his memo that the planned 80 units would amount to a den­ sity of 9.4 units per acre, or 4,500 square feet of site area for each unit, but the number would comply with village zoning requirements. Future structures would be configured in 16 units, con­ sistent with the first building, which would be extended in the future to be a 16-unit structure as well. Future units also could have parking shelters. The additional units would include a sewer hookup through Gregg Apartments. An easement from Gregg has been obtained for future exten­ sion. 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It was stressed that there was no guarantee that any proposal from any developer would be approved, unless all the barriers can be worked out. The lack of ade­ quate street conditions to service people traveling from proposed homes off Kinsey and 100th Street and now off Maple has been given as a reason for delaying these projects. A second planning work­ shop is planned for 7 p.m. Thursday. Sept. 25. with Bob and John Tol. developers of the proposed development at 245 Kinsey. In other Village Planning Commission business: Planning Chairman Scott Williamson initiated forming a committee to try to develop a methodology for being sure that approvals requiring meeting certain conditions have been met. NOTICE The public hearing scheduled for September 10. 2003. at 7:30 p.m. for Cherry Vdlley Sewer & Water Special Assessment District No. 2003-1 has been cancelled. Dated: September 4. 2003 Patricia Snyder, Clerk CHARTER TOWNSHIP OF CALEDONIA COUNTY OF KENT, MICHIGAN NOTICE OF TWO PUBLIC HEARINGS CHERRY VALLEY SEWER AND WATER SPECIAL ASSESSMENT DISTRICT NO. 2003-1 NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that the Township Board of the Charter Township of Caledonia. Kent County, Michigan, having entered a Special Assessment Contract with Cherry Valley Properties. Inc., which constitutes a petition to make certain public sewer and water supply improvements to the so-called Lepard Park/Cherry Valley development from the record owners of the total land area in the proposed special assessment district desenbed below, has resolved its intention to proceed on the petition and. pursuant to Act 188 of the Public Acts of Michigan of 1954, as amended, to make said Improvements in the Township The town­ ship Board has determined that the cost of said Improvements shall be specially assessed against the following desenbed lots and parcels of land which are benefitted by the Improvements and which together comprise the following proposed special assess­ ment district: CHERRY VALLEY SEWER AND WATER SPECIAL ASSESSMENT DISTRICT NO. 2003-1 A map and legal description of the proposed special assess­ ment district is set forth below: Pan of the Northeast 1/4 of Section 17, T5N. R10W, Caledonia Townsrup Kent County, Michigan described as Commencing at me North 1/4 comer of said Section hence South 000822* East along the West toe of the Northeast 1/4 of said Section 50.01 feet to the South ngnt of way toe of 76th Street; thence North 88*54 49* East paratei wto the North tone of the Northeast 1/4 of said Section 1026 17 teet to the place of beginning of the description; thence Sour OlWH’Eas: 328 00 feet: thence South 6005'11' East 340 00 tear thence South 010511* East 92 41 feet, thence South 030319* West 930 00 feet mence South 6903'19* West 305 00 ♦eer mence Sour 032952- East 238 34 feet thence South 55 5949* West 268 91 feet thence South 15*S8*4r West 210 00 teet: thence South 2701’11* East 110.00 teet; thence South 5401’11* East 340 00 feet; thence South 0T01H* East 75 00 feet to the South line of the Northeast 1/4 of said Sectton. thence North 88’58'49* East along the South line of the Northeast 1/4 of said Section 1580.00 feet to the East line of the Northeast 1 /4 of said Section; thence North 00’07’40’ West along the East line of the Northeast 1/4 of said Section 660 00 feet: thence South 88’58’49* West parallel with the South line of the Northeast 1/4 of said Section 660.00 feet; thence North 00’07’40* West parallel with the East line of the Northeast 1/4 of said Section 660 00 feet to the North line of the South 1320 00 feet of the Northeast 1/4 of said Section, thence North 88’58’49” East along the North line of the South 1320 00 feet of the Northeast 1 /4 of said Section 660 00 feet to the East line of the Northeast 1/4 of said Section, thence North 00'07’40* West along the East line of the Northeast 1/4 of said Section 1089 84 feet to a point 233.00 feet South of the Northeast comer of said Section; thence South 68’54’49” West parallel with the North line of the Northeast 1/4 of said Section 233 00 feet; thence North 00’07'40” West parallel with the East line of the Northeast 1/4 of said Section 182.99 feet to a point on the South right of way line of 76th Street, said point being 50 00 feet South (perpendicular measure) from the North line of the Northeast 1/4 of said Section; thence South 88'54*49” west parallel with the North line of the Northeast 1/4 of said Section 1369 80 feet to the place of beginning. Subject to highway rights over the East 33 00 feet thereof for Cherry Valley Avenue TAKE NOTICE that the Township Board of the Charter Township of Caledonia will hold an initial public hearing on Wednesday, September 10, 2003, at 7:30 pm at the Township Hall, 250 South Maple Street, Caledonia, Michigan, to hear and consider any objections to the petitions filed, the proposed Improvements, the proposed special assessment district, and all other matters relating to said Improvements. TAKE FURTHER NOTICE that plans and estimates of cost for the Improvements are on file with the Township Clerk for public examination TAKE FURTHER NOTICE that the Township Supervisor of the Charter Township of Caledonia has made and certified a special assessment roll in the amount of $601,965 for the special assess­ ment district, which roll sets forth the relative portion of the cost of said Improvements which is to be levied in the form of special assessment against each ber.efrtted lot and parcel of land in the special assessment district TAKE FURTHER NOTICE that the special assessment roll as prepared has been reported to the Township Board and is on file with the Township Clerk at the Township Hall for public examma tion TAKE FURTHER NOTICE that the Township Board of the Charter Township of Caledonia will hold a second public hearing on Wednesday, September 10. 2003, at 7:35 p.m at the Township Hall. 250 Maple Street. Caledonia. Michigan, in said Township, to review the special assessment roll and to hear and consider any objections thereto TAKE FURTHER NOTICE THAT AN OWNER OR A PARTY IN INTEREST IN A LOT OR PARCEL OF LAND SUBJECT TO A SPE CIAL ASSESSMENT MAY FILE A WRITTEN APPEAL OF THE SPECIAL ASSESSMENT WITH THE MICHIGAN TAX TRIBUNAL WITHIN THIRTY (30) DAYS AFTER THE DATE OF CONFIRMA­ TION OF THE SPECIAL ASSESSMENT ROLL. BUT ONLY IF SAID OWNER OR PARTY IN INTEREST APPEARS AND PROTESTS THE SPECIAL ASSESSMENT AT THIS HEARING An appearance may be made by an owner or party m interest, or his or her agent, in person or. m the alternative, an appearance or protest can be filed with the Township by letter prior to the hearing, m which case a personal appearance at the hearing ts not required PROPERTY SHALL NOT BE ADDED TO THE PROPOSED SPECIAL ASSESSMENT DISTRICT AND THE ORIGINAL ESTI­ MATE OF COST SHALL NOT BE INCREASED BY MORE THAN 10% WITHOUT FURTHER NOTICE AND PUBLIC HEARING This Notice was authorized by the Township Board of the Charter Township of Catedoma Dated August 20 2003 08571513 Patricia Snyder, Township Clerk Charter Township of Caledonia �Page 14/The Sun and News, Middleville September 9. 2003 Caledonia library to auction 14 mini-golf holes by Cathy Rueter Staff Writer Anyone chancing upon the field near Famous Hooting will find it teaming with little golfballs trying to make their way into 14 little holes over the next two Fridays and Saturdays. No, there isn't a new golf course nearby - there's four­ teen of them. The FORE! Our Library fund-raiser starts this Friday with fourteen golf holes donated by local businesses. The golf holes, ranging in design from a library to a cas­ tle. from a field of cows and silos to a lighthouse (com­ plete with candlelit top) will be auctioned off at the end of the event. Proceeds will go to the Caledonia Public Library. Other items for auction will be book baskets that con­ tain many surprises, includ­ ing car washes, nights on the town, golf packages, etc. This field, slightly southwest of Famous Flooring, will soon be teaming with golfers and 14 donated golf structures. The field is the future site of the new Caledonia Library. Tile stones and “stained glass" windows adorn this castle built by Famous Flooring as a donation to the 'FORE! Our Library' fund-raiser. lift DeKIeine DeKIeine BUILDERS Middleville Condominium Development • Two bedroom units starting at $ 129,000 • Cathedral ceilings • Daylight basement • Beautiful wooded setting - units available now. • M-37 South to Main, east to site ♦♦Limited time special Open Thursdays 3-5 P.M. or by appointment FREE Sunroom — call for details** East Town Homes Open Thursdays 3- 5 P.M. or bx appointment Cows, silos, a tractor and fields... this golf hole says a lot about Caledonia Farmers Elevator as well as the more rural areas of Caledonia. • Own an affordable townhouse in Middleville, MI • Easy carefree living - no outside maintenance • 2 or 3 bedrooms, 1 or 2 baths, 3 levels of living space Starting at *93,900 0% down* to qualified buyers Why rent when you can own? Located at 142 Irving Road, Middleville Custom Built Homes • Prairie Acres located in Middleville, MI Hard hats aren't necessary but fun certainly is with this structure by Wolverine Building Group. Caledonia Pubuc Library (Lots available. Homes starting at SI49.900.) • Boulder Creek located in Middleville, MI (Spec home $229,000. Lots available • Glen I alley located in Caledonia, Ml (Lots available. Homes starting at $149,900) “No hassle building*’ Selections can be made in the DeKleine Design Center. For more information contact: Amy DeKleine (616)299-6790 DeKleine Builders & Realty Byron Center, Ml (616) 878 - 4300 www.dekleinebuilders.com The enormous library building may not be a replica of the old or new library, but with its obstacles and “library floor plan" it sure will be fun to reach par. This golf hole was made be Designworks A/E. �The Sun and News. Middleville. Ml/Septembet 9. 2003/ Page 15 Mill Pond project changes approved by Plan Commission Rescue personnel work feverishly on victims at the scene of a tragic traffic accident Wednesday night near Freeport that claimed the lives of three people. Three men from Freeport die in Wednesday crash Three fatalities resulted from a vehicle crash at Wednesday evening. Sept. 3, at the intersection of M-50 Highway and Freeport Road in Kent County’s Bowne Township. Phyllis Melinn, 72. of Freeport was southbound on Freeport Road in a white van with four foster care adults when she failed to stop al a stop sign and ran into a bur­ gundy van eastbound on M50, preliminary investiga­ tions show, said Michigan Stale Police from the Rockford Post. Freeport residents Edward Leszcz.ynski, 75. Freddie l^incy, 72, and John Rickert, 54. died at the scene, troop­ ers said. The van in which the men were traveling overturned from the impact. Two men were ejected from the vehicle and one was suspended in the rear of the van with his seat bell on. Eleanor Reid, 71, of Freeport, a female foster care adult, was also suspended in the van with her seat belt on and is in critical condition at Spectrum Health Hospital Downtown, troopers said. Melinn. the driver, was partially ejected through a window and is in fair condi­ tion al Spectrum Health Hospital Downtown, police said. The sole occupant of the other van. Mary Chippewa, of Hastings was treated and released at Spectrum Health Hospital Downtown, police said. Alcohol is not a factor in the cause of the crash. Four three set matches in TK’s 5-3 loss to Hastings An O-K Gold victory just slipped away from the Trojans when they hosted Hastings last Wednesday. The visiting Saxons won the contest 5-3, but the Trojans had their shots. “In the three singles, two doubles, and three doubles matches we had honest shots of winning all three of those,” said Trojan coach Larry Seger. "We just couldn't come through with any of them." Molly Jazwinski won her first set 6-0 at third singles, but then fell 6-0, 6-4 in the final two sets. Trailing 4-1 in the third set. Jazwinski man­ aged to battle back to 4-3 before falling. Caitlin Adams and Sarah Johnson had a chance for vic­ tory at third doubles, after taking the first set 6-2, but fell in a tie-breaker in set two 7-6 (2). Hastings look the third set 6-4. At second doubles. Andrea Ono and Tiffany Miller came up just short in two sets, falling 7-5. 7-6 (8). “They kept their heads up.” jon said Seger. “We’ll go back and work on the basics some more.” Fourth singles player Beth Steorts got one of the Trojan wins. After falling in a tiebreaker 7-6 (4), she came back to lake the final two sets 6-0. 6-1. Amber Steorts and Tiffany Tietz also won a three set match at one doubles, 6-2, 16, 6-4. The Trojans’ third victory came form Denise Weeks and Kristin Willemstein at fourth doubles, 6-2, 6-3. The Trojans opened the OK Gold season August 27, with a tough 8-0 loss to Holland Christian, and have also finished third at the TK Invitational and second at the Ionia Invite so far this fall. TK will be busy the begin­ ning of this week. The Trojans visited Wayland Monday, are at Comstock Park on Tuesday, and host South Christian Wednesday . Then, this Saturday the Trojans will be a part of the Wayland Invitational. Mitchel/ Licensed Contractor 616-299-4720 269-795-0061 "Your Local Builder" new Construction • Bobcat Work Remolding • Pole Bams • Decks by Patricia Johns Staff Writer The Village of Middleville Planning Commission last Tuesday night agreed to rec­ ommend to the Village Council changes made by developer Jerrold DeKok to the first phase of the Mill Pond townhouse develop­ ment. DeKok showed plans for changing one of the build­ ings from 10 to 12 units and reorienting the garages to the ends of the buildings. This eliminates the need for drive­ ways onto the main drive. This change will allow DeKok to include four first floor appartments which will more accessible. The Planning Commission approved the changes with the proviso that DeKok meet with the Site Plan Committee to make sure the drainage details and others meet spec­ ifications. No member of the public attended the meeting to dis­ cuss these changes during the public hearing portion of the meeting. Members asked planner Geoff Moffat to bring prob­ lems with the recent repaving to the appropriate people. It was recommended that inspection of this work be more vigorous. In one area, the paving contractor put soil over asphalt and then planted the grass seed on top of the soil. The Planning Commission will be discussing changes to the zoning ordinances at the next meeting Oct. 7. NAPA AUTO PARTS OF CALEDONIA NOtyf UNDER NEW OWNER SHIP INSPAl Welcomes you to . INAPU v CustomerV ^Appreciation ‘Day WHERE: 9210 Cherry Valley, Suite B., Caledonia 616-891-7205 WHEN: Tuesday, September 1 TIME: to m 10:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m. W""*' SALE ITEMS! ATTENTION RACE FANS! Get a close-up view of the Michael Waltrip #15 NAPA CHEVY to be on location at your Caledonia NAPA store NAPA Auto Parts of Caledonia 9210 Cherry Valley, Suite 3 Caledonia • 616-891-7205 WE KEEP AMERICA RUNNING �Page 16/The Sun and News. Middleville. September 9. 2003 Heritage Days, continued from page 1 Darts, balloons, beanbags, lollipops and prizes were the best parts of the kids games area These volleyball players don’t need to go to a spa. they had a mudbath already The Gun Lake Community Church Chior and band kept everyone's spirits high as they opened the Heritage Day’s Friday night concert. ^BLACK TOPSOIL? Screened or Unscreened Sand, Gravel, Crushed Concrete DOZER WORK Stumps, Clearing, Driveways 269-795-7830 J Troop 105 and members of the men’s group and their families kept the pancakes, eggs and sausage coming. The parade included everything from the Stagecoach’s first Heritage Day appearance, basketball players, the S&S pumpkin, the high stepping Thomapple Kellogg High School Band (the middle school band did not march), Jllhvduciltg... Ed's New Complete Auto & Truck Glass Service! Quality Auto Glass There was everything from racecars to modified trucks at the carshow young oxen, a donkey cart, horses, and lots of floats. Crafts filled the side lawn at Page with items created by Carveth Village residents, baskets and information from the Heritage Association. The Methodist women enticed shoppers with fresh baked breads, sweet cakes, succulent jams and even tart watermelon pickles. As the day grew warmer more customers lined up for the American Legion’s root­ beer floats. The food conces­ sions were very popular. The car show had every­ thing from classic vehicles to race cars. Crowds could watch the prowess of the tractors in the tractor pull and glance over to see the teams glorying in sand and mud volleyball. Kids games for the younger children were very popular. Laser Tag had many older kids coming back for more. The waterball contest between area fire depart­ ments competing for a color television for their fire hall. Firefighters celebrated the end of the waterball competi­ tion with pies and a little whipped cream action. (It was good that the hoses were still there to get everyone cleaned up. Some of the mud volley­ ball players showered with the help of the local firefight­ ers. Chess, horseshoes, laser tag and lots of 3 on 3 basket­ ball action filled the after­ noon. The afternoon ended with a talent show of youth and adult Middleville Stars al the Middleville Christian Reformed Church. Performers from 6 to adult showed off their talents. In addition the Inspirations per­ forms as did lid and Judy Neymeiyer. 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SHOP STAUFFER & WIGGERS INSURANCE AGENCY 1 ■ 612 E. Main St. • Caledonia, Ml 49316 Star St 1 616.891 9294 ■s’imc �The Sun and News. Middleville. Ml.'September 9. 2003/ Page 17 Scots 2-0 heading into Friday’s home opener versus Byron Center by Brett Bremer Sports Editor That's 97 points in two games. The Scots showed that their opening contest wasn’t a fluke on Friday, by knocking off Wyoming Park 43-20 in the two teams’ first O-K Gold contest of the season. Leading 23-13 at the half, the Scots pulled away by scoring on their first three possessions of the second half for a commanding 43-13 lead. “The third quarter really defined this fcnxball team." said Scot coach Tom Burrill after the contest. The Scots took a 23-7 lead late in the second quarter on a 1-yard plunge by Jim Haisma. Haisma also scored the Scots final TD on a 3-yard run. The Vikings ensuing pos­ session ended in a three-andout by the Scot defense, but not before the officials spent 15 minutes deciding what to rule on a fourth-and-9 play where Park lined up to punt and threw a pass. A whistle blew while the pass was in the air. a pass interference flag was thrown against Caledonia, and the Scots intercepted the ball and returned it into the end zone. Both teams tried hard to stay in the game on the side­ lines. Officials finally realized the inadvertent whistle should have ended the play, and the down should have been replayed, which is what even­ tually happened. The Scots turned the ball over on their second play fol­ lowing Park s punt, and the Vikings took the turnover and turned it into 6 points with a 47-yard touchdown run by Aaron Andree with 19 sec­ onds left in the half. “They’re D-line whipped our O-hne in the first half, ” said Burrill. “We just made some big plays in the first half." Klyn scored on a 31-yard run in the first half, and Caledonia got six points on a 57-yard TD pass from Brad Laninga to Tyler Ybema. Caledonia’s other big play in the first half was a 43-yard field goal by Trent VanHaitsma. which Burrill said he believes is a school record. Caledonia came out ready to play once again in the sec­ ond half, getting two quick touchdowns by Kyle Klyn one on a 37-yard run and one on a 16-yard run. The Scots ran for 257 yards on the night, and passed for 180. “We can throw,” said Burrill. stating that his team CALL FOR SUN & NEWS CLASSIFIED ADS! Phone 269-945-9554 24 Hours a Day-7 Days a Week Reach over 11,000 area homes I1IING Lfl% On Sun Rider herbs ^Rainbow ’s End^ \ 5 Yam, Craft & Variety ? Caledonia outside linebacker Zach Larson (80) and nose guard Chad Frisbie (72) meet in the backfield with Viking quarterback Micah Chappell caught in the mid­ dle. 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The balanced offensive attack has led the Scots to their first 2-0 start since Burrill’s first year as head coach, 1995. The Scots will look to con­ tinue the streak when they host Byron Center in the home opener this Friday. Byron Center is 1-1 right now, and 0-1 in the O-K Gold after falling to South Christian 35-19 on Friday. call... (269) 795-9596 All Makes and Models All Insurances Welcome _ A \ Owned and Operated by... Bruce Bender 415 2nd Street Middleville T < <4 500 ARLINGTON ST (M 37) MIDDLEVILLE 269-795-3550 9343 Cherry Valley Ave.. Caledonia, Ml 49316 M-W & F 9-8; Th 9-6; Sat 9-5 • 616-891-1 106 SETTIN THE PACE Va/vo/rne SAVINGS Complete Auto Care Specialist $2000 OFF $2000 OFF !i SET OF ANY PREMIUM TIRES FRONT & REAR BRAKES WTH NAPA PREMIUM fc-a-] BRAKE PADS COMPUTERIZED i 4 WHEEL ALIGNMENT $4999 On most makes & models �Page 18/The Sun and News. Middleville. September 9. 2003 Plainwell can't keep up with Trojan varsity lady eagers The TK varsity girls’ bas­ ketbail team improved its record to 2-0 Thursday night with a 62-49 victory over Plainwell. The Trojans spread the scoring around. Four TK players finished in double digits. Brandi Campbell led the Trojans with 14 points, while Jessica Flaska and Kristy Hall each poured in 12. Chanda Brice scored 10 points. Flaska also led the Trojans with eight rebounds. TK led by three al the half then pulled away slowly in the final two quarters. TK is on the road this week for a pair of non-league games before beginning the O-K Gold portion of the schedule. The Trojans visit Otsego this Tuesday, then Hamilton on Thursday. Trojan sophomore Jessica Flaska fights to hold on to League play begins next Tuesday for the Trojans at a loose ball in the lane against Plainwell on Thursday. Holland Christian. (Photo by Perry Hardin) Brandi Campbell led the Trojan offensive attack against Plainwell on Thursday night in Middleville with 14 points. (Photo by Perry Hardin) Young Trojan gridders start seasons on the right foot TK JV Football The J.V. football team got off to a good start this season by defeating Comstock 28-0 in the season opener. The Trojan offense got on the board early with a 20yard TD run by Ben Ybema and a pass from Jason Blain to Justen Noffke for the twopoint conversion. On their next possession Ybema scored on a 5-yard run. The Trojan defense led by Isaac Thaler, Mike Munjoy, and Scott Brown caused a Comstock fumble with Travis Young making the recovery. Quarterback Blain threw a u 15-yard pass to Mitch Fisher which set up a 1 -yard TD nm by Young. With Brown holding. Munjoy kicked the extra point. Ybema intercepted a pass in the end zone to close out the half giving the Trojans a 21-0 lead. The Trojan offense led by Vince Battiata, Ryan McMahon. Deme and Glen Brock, and Ryan King allowed Ybema to score one more time in the second half making the final score 28-0. TK Freshmen Football After months of anticipa­ tion. Thomapple Kellogg’s freshmen football team opened its season on August 27. They were also the first football team to play on the new surface at Bob White Stadium. The young Trojans made the occasion memorable by beating Comstock 20- 10. Trailing 8-0 in the second quarter, the Trojans scored on a 24-yard touchdown pass from quarterback Cody Thorington to end Aaron McGillicuddy and Ben Curtis ran the two-point con­ version. The teams ended the first half tied 8-8. The second half was all Middleville. Curtis broke 01 FORD ESCAPE XLT 98 PONT BONNEVILLE V 6. automate SU. automate. taathaf CD >13,995 >8,995 00 CHEVY 3/4 T 4X4 95 CHEVY 4X4 >18,995 *4,500 99 CHEVY ASTRO VAN *1 loose on a 63-yard run down to the Comstock eight. Cody Nelson put the Trojans ahead for good when he scored on the very next play, but the conversion failed. Adam Buttle man's interception got the ball back for the Trojans. The running of Curtis and Nelson along with another 20-yard pass to McGillicuddy put the ball on Comstock’s one. Curtis scored from there and TK lead 20-8. A late Comstock safety TK golfers rebound with win over Hastings After a heartbreaking lose to Holland Christian the TK Golfers were able to get their first victory in league play. On Wednesday, September 3 the Trojans hosted Hastings at Yankee Springs and came away with a 149-165 victory. Low rounds for TK were by Josh Enyart 36, Chase VandenBerg 37, Brett Knight and Dan Jeurink had 38’s. This was a much-needed win for the TK Golfers if they hope to contend for a league championship. The level of competition in the new league will demand that the TK golfers give their best effort in every dual match. The younger golfers have shown steady improvement so far this season and should help solidify the fifth and sixth positions on the varsity squad. On Wednesday. August 27 the varsity golfers trav­ eled to Winding Creek to play Holland Christian in their first match in the Gold. The TK golfer shot an impressive 144 but were still two shots higher then the Holland golfers after all the scores were added up. Low rounds for TK were Levi Harold 34, VandenBerg 35, Knight 36 and Enyart 39. This was a very disap­ pointing loss for the Trojans, but it reflects the fact that on J CAVIN • Chevrolet • Buick • Pontiac B 795-3318 • 891-8151 M-37 North of Middleville. Across from Middlevilla SALES HOURS any given night any team in the Gold can beat .mother I K .1X B<ns‘ <iolf The Trojan JV golfers scored wins last week over Holland Christian and Tri Unity. On Tuesday the young golfers hosted Tri Unity and came away with a I82-197 win. On Wednesday the JV Squad hosted Holland Christian and were able to out score this league rival. On Wednesday September 3 the JV squad traveled to Hastings Country Club and Came away with a I9l to 194 victory. Low rounds for TK were, Jeff Stout with a 45 and Steven Berg with a 46. Scots get a victory to head into 0-K Gold action 24 The Fighting Scot varsity boys’ soccer team picked up its second win of the season last Thursday when they topped old O-K Gold foe Kenowa Hills 6-0 at Kenowa. After taking a l-0 lead in the first half, the Scots picked up the pace and opened up the scoring in the second half. Trent VanHaitsma scored three goals of the Scots, one off of a beautiful feed from Andrew Cromer, and another with a rocket like shot on a free kick. Cromer also scored a goal for the Scots, as did Jon Kraft. Andy Schachermeyer earned the shut out in goal. It was a good rebound for the Scots after a tough half against Lowell. Tuesday, against Lowell, the Scots battled to a I -1 tie in the first half. Caledonia found a new level of play in the first half, said coach Brian Broekhuizen, as players worked together and moved in sync. VanHaitsma scored off a deflection with four minutes to go in the opening stanza. Some of the luster wore off in the second half as Lowell scored three times, the first one just 22 seconds into the half. Mike Gless, Haans Palma, and Mark Ward all had a strong game for the Scots. rhe Scots begin the O-K Gold season this week with a contest at Wyoming Park on Tuesday, then a home contest against Byron Center Thursday. WQFJOi 00 CHEVY 1/2 T 4X4 M3,995 completed the game’s scor­ ing. Playing well for the Trojans were linemen Don Johnson. Bret Mulder. Josh VanderW’oude. Mitch Edwards, Nate Newton, and Zach Smith. ■< Managers Special § DOS Regular Oil Change Premium Oil Change ^99 922 Coolant Flush 922 Trans Flush SERVICE HOURS 500 ARUNGTON ST. 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The Scots trailed by two at the half, before shutting down the Falcons in the third quarter. Caledonia outscored East Kentwood 17-2 in the third period to bust open the ball game. Megan Sandtveit led the Scot’s offensive attack with 14 points. Can Butcher scored 12 points, and Julie Slot added eight in the win. Butcher led Caledonia with six rebounds. The win over East Kentwood was one more step forward for the Scots after they won their season opener 64-37 over Godwin in classic “season opener " style. “It was a typical first game." said Stauffer. “It was so, up and down." Slot scored her 21 points. She also had nine rebounds. King had seven points and six rebounds. Bode pulled down seven boards and scored six points, four from the free throw line. At times however, the Scots forgot about their 6’2 center down low. “We were settling for the outside shot too much early on.” said Stauffer. The Scots often raced the ball up the court then took quick jump shots. Il didn’t hurt against Godwin, the Scots jumped out to a 16-5 "We need to be more consistent to contend in this league." — Coach Stauffer lead in the first quarter, but that’s not something Stauffer wants to see all season. Godwin pulled as close as eight points late in the first half, as the Scots began play­ ing defense with their hands more than their feet, but a bucket by Sloe and a three from Katie Leatherman pushed the Scot lead to 3017 at the break. Leatherman finished with seven points in the contest. The Scots slowly contin­ ued to pull away in the sec­ ond half. “We need to be more con­ sistent to contend in this league.” said Stauffer. Megan Sandtveit poured in 13 points for Caledonia. The Scots host Kenowa Hills this Tuesday, before Caledonia’s Julie Slot finds space between a pair of beginning the O-K Gold sea­ Wolverines in Tuesday night s contest. Slot finished the son at Wyoming Park on contest with 21 points. (Photo by Brett Breme.) Tuesday September 16. GM Supplier Prices for everyone! Good selection of 2003’s but hu See a Bill Seif Professional today! — They’re moving fast! Four stroke win over BC puts Scots at 3-0 so far I Driver Ed Vehicles Impala’s •Regal’s Bill Seif Chevrolet Buick £^"*27 NO “DOC FEE” DEALER Monday & Wednesday 8 to 8; Tuesday. Thursday & Friday 8-6. Saturday 9 - 12 00 S M-37 IN HASTINGS - 269-945-2425 1-800-235-2425 3 Goodwrench Service'^^zj DEALER www.billseifchevbuick.com Caledonia’s Shelby King flips a right handed shot over Godwin’s Courtney Gumbs on Tuesday’s 64-37 win over the Wolverines. (Photo by Brett Bremer) GM Certified The Caledonia varsity boys’ golf team defeated Byron Center 159 to 163 Wednesday night at Bnarwood. Leading the Scots were Abe Mulvihill, who shot a 37 and Isaac Mulvihill with a 39. The team improved iu record to 3-0. The Caledonia JV golfers fell by one stroke to the Bulldogs Wednesday at Ironwood. Tyler Corson led the way with a 40. The JV Scots are also 3-0. � https://barrycountyhistoryportal.org/files/original/25/713/SunandNews_2003-09-16.pdf 7964e0d41207a50776897ed631c08736 PDF Text Text Your Hometown Newspaper Serving Middleville and Caledonia Areas Published by J-Ad Graphics, Inc. No. 38/September 16,2003 132nd year One of 3 supt. finalists eliminated by Caledonia by Cathy Rueter Staff Writer Results of a special com­ mittee's on-site visits of three superintendent final­ ists’ home districts were pre­ sented at a special meeting of the Caledonia Board of Education last Thursday. Caledonia has been con­ ducting a search for a new superintendent since the retirement of Dr. Douglas Busman last spring. After a first round rounds of inter­ views. the finalists have been pared down to three. After the site visits, one of the three has been eliminated and two final interviews have been scheduled. Board members involved with the site visitations were Dennis Atkinson, Dr. William Harrison and Ken Yonker. Accompanying them were Key Communicator Deb McCarty. Adminstrative Representative Chris Warren and Personnel DirectorInterim Superintendent Carol Nelson-Purkey. The team visited three school districts of Dr. Elizabeth Godwin of the Decatur School District. Dr. Janet Bums of the River Valley School District in Three Oaks and Ron Archer of the Delton Kellogg School District. Harrison said the team "tried to follow and look at what are the over "arching” types of concerns.” He went on to explain that Nelson-Purkey was looking at how the candidates were dealing with the organization of the district. Yonkers looked at the climate (atmos­ phere) and relationships. Warren dealt with the stu­ dent aspect, looking into whether each superintendent knew his or her students. McCarty took up the situa­ tion of how they communi­ cated with parents. Atkinson TK schools ‘got milk’ by Patricia Johns Staff Writer Members of the Thomapple Kellogg Board of Education learned last week that “milk machines” will be installed in school builsings in the district. Superintendent Kevin Konarska mentioned that the milk machines will be added to the high school and middle school. “This will give students additional choices for after­ school snacks.” the superin­ tendent said. Many school districts have come under fire from den­ tists. physicians and the pub­ lic for making less than healthy snacks and soft drinks so available to stu­ dents. not just for the lunch hour, but also for the entire school day. It is hoped that the milk machines will pro­ vide more healthy alterna­ tives. In other business at the Monday. Sept. 8. meeting, the school board: • Expressed sorrow at loss­ es affecting the school fami­ ly. High School Principal Ellen Zack's father died the weekend before the meeting on Sept. 8 and Emily Harrison, who had been a secretary in the district for 30 years before her retirement, also died over that weekend. Sympathy was sent to both families and friends Konarska told the board that arrangements were being made to allow middle school staff to attend the sen ices tor Harrison. • Examined the second reading of changes to board policies that have been sug­ gested by NEOLA, the con­ sultants working with the dis­ trict on the updating of the policy document. Most of the changes had been approved at the previous school board meeting. The entire policy will be printed and put on line. Konarska is now working on the proce­ dures which will implement the district’s policies. • learned from Assistant Superintendent Patricia Koeze that several meetings have been scheduled for par­ ents. On Sept. 30, a meeting will be held m the Page allpurpose room to promote Odyssey of the Mind to par­ ents. Koeze hopes to encour­ age more teams to be formed. On Oct. 2, parents will be invited to attend a meeting to discuss the Midwest Talent Search program. This pro­ gram provides additional opportunities for students tn grades three through eight who score well on standard­ ized tests or who are nominal ed by their parents. • Heard Konarska thank the village for cooperation the district has received. “We have a good working rela­ tionship.” he said. • Was told by Konarska that the technology depart ment is try ing to keep the web site up to date. “There is lots going on in technology.” Konarska said. The next meeting of the Thomapple Kellogg Board of Education is will be Monday. Sept. 22, at 7 p.m. looked at how they got things done and Harrison directed his attention to their leadership skills, what they got done, with and through other people. The team made a point to talk to a variety and cross­ section of the community in which they were visiting. They tried to talk with bankers, lawyers, beauti­ cians. teachers, etc. "It was quite an involved process," commented Harrison. "We debriefed after each visit. With no judgment, it was just what do you see. feel..." This explanation was to let the community and board members know that the process was. "enlightening, but challenging." Atkinson then further explained the team's find­ ings. "I’m glad that we approached it this way. Getting reactions to the indi­ viduals." The following information is being given as it was stat­ ed in the meeting. "They are in no particular order of pref­ erence. only in the order of our visits." Godwin’s strengths seemed to be a good academ­ ic level of understanding, setting goals and holding high expectations and is well thought of in her community. However, the team felt that she had a “top-dowm” leader­ ship style, with which they did not feel comfortable. "It was probably the least organized of the (visita­ tions)," said one team mem­ ber. "We felt that she was not a good fit (for the superintend­ ent position),” said Atkinson. "It is our recommendation that she not return for a sec­ ond interview." The reason for this decision was that her "leadership syle (is) not compatible with our admin­ istration team and communi­ ty” Bums’ visitation followed later that day. Her strengths included that she is highly intellectual (keeps on top of current issues), has resprect for people’s self-esteem, deep community respect, comprehensive knowledge of educational processes and practices and trustworthy. If hired, the team felt that Bums, "has the ability to effectively challenge us and bring our educational system to a new level." The team felt that she had presented them with an extremely organized agenda, holding talks with eight dif­ ferent groups, including stu­ dents, administration, com­ munity members, staff mem­ bers representative of all schools in the district and even ministers of the com­ munity. "It was not a blending of church and state." said Atkinson. "She was praised for her willingness to reach out (to the community) for a chance for more dialogue." An area of concern and/or further consideration was how she manages and sets expectations for her staff. She has a strong leadership style. The team felt that they did not get enough of a chance to check out, as Harrison put it, "is she domi­ nating or demanding." The team wrapped up the visitations the following day while meeting with Archer and his community. They heard overwhelmingly from his community about his great integrity, honesty and trustfulnness. They felt that other strengths that he pocesses are good business management skills, collabo­ rative style and ability to form good business relation­ ships. The areas of concern and/or further consideration were the staff/community acceptance of his quiet lead­ ership style. They also won­ dered whether his (less than perfect) organizational skills was because he wears "too many hats in his district. (They wondered) was it too much to do and not enough time or is it really organiza­ tional skills? ’ It was agreed by the board that Godwin will not return for a second interview. "What's our next step? Do we bring back (Bums and Archer)? Go out for more (candidates)..." Bernie Nagel asked consultant Dr. Carl Hartman of the Michigan Association of See supintendent search, pg. 6 Karen Winans appointed for ordinance enforcement by Patricia Johns Staff Writer Karen Winans has been appointed part-time ordi­ nance enforcement officer for the Village of Middleville. She will receive $10 per hour for about 15 hours a week. Winans also will receive a monthly stipend of $30 to cover the cost of her vehicle. She also will also work as enforcement officer in Thomapple Township for 10 hours a week and will be supervised by Geoff Moffat, the planner for both the vil­ lage and township. In other village business handled last week: • Myers and several mem­ bers of the council will look at the pros and cons of changing from a village to a city at a seminar sponsored by the Michigan Municipal League in November. “We want to be prepared for the changes we may face in the future,” Myers said. • Brandon Micras of Williams and Works told the board at the Sept. 9 meeting that work on Grand Rapids Street should be finished by the end of thr next week. • Work also is beginning to be wrapped in the other local street paving projects. The village will work with Williams & Works on doing the local paving earlier in the season next year. • Moffat thanked everyone who worked on the Blueprint project. He announced that several of the suggestions are already being researched. Village President Lon Myers also asked staff to look into providing Christmas lights in Stagecoach Park if the prob­ lem of vandalism can be solved. • It was announced that Halloween will be observed in the village Friday, Oct. 31, from 6 to 8:30 p.m. The next meeting of the Middleville village council will be at 7 p.m. Tuesday, Sept. 22, in village hall. In This Issue Counting to 100... John Robertson, former president of Farmers State Bank of Middleville and Lois Peet who worked as a teller helped mark 100 years of banking in Middleville on Sept. 5 They are standing next to the adding machine used in the bank. Farmers State Bank became part of Hastings City Bank. Rail-Trail route to be planned at Caledonia Village meeting Caledonia Kiwanis Club celebrates its charter Trojans go 3-0 with first turf victory Caledonia Township moving to establish utilities district Family Dollar opens in Middleville �Page 2/The Sun and News, Middleville. September 16, 2003 Heritage Day parade winners announced This is one of the three floats created by the Middleville Baptist Church. This church celebrates the church’s 150th anniversary. by Patricia Johns Staff Writer Many who experienced the Heritage Days parade Sept. 6 thought it was one of the ‘‘best ever." This year there were many creative floats from the sim­ ple wagon pulled by S&S Pumpkin World’s Julie Coon (in costume) and the fun ani­ mals of the Barry Good Critters and Crafts 4-H Club with the the gaily costumed Caraway Players from Peace Reformed church. (The fish­ erman just kept losing that fish.) Selecting the three best floats was difficult for the judges. This year’s winners have a definite historical theme. Winning the first place cash prize of $50 were the three entries submitted the First Baptist church. The model of the church marking The members of the Thornapple Heritage Association had lots of fun creating their “Okie Country Store" and it brought home the second place prize. their 150th aniiversary was impressive. In second place was the old country store created by the Thomapple Heritage Association. The Leighton United Methodist Church foat show­ ing the changes over its last 140 years came in third. Work on next year’s Heritage Days celebrations will begin in February Clarification: This is a clarification of an interview with Alaa Abden of Rapid Cellular in Dutton, which appeared in last week's issue of the Sun and News. The sentence that stated the number of Nextel cus­ tomers versus Verizon cus­ tomers was made as com­ mentary during the interview, and not as an established fact. Any misunderstanding arising from the comment is regretted. This float created by the Leighton Methodist Church won the third place prize Frankenmuth fall trip slated The deadline for reservaThomapple Kellogg call 795-3397 and reserve a lions is Oct. 6. Community Education is spot. sponsoring a fall bus trip to Frankenmuth Friday, Oct. 10. Community members are invited to join this getaway adventure. The $55 cost includes transportation by motor coach, lunch at the Bavarian Inn, a bus tour of the city and a stop at Bronner’s Christmas Wonderland. Space is still available. Shar Evans encourages any­ one interested in the trip to Call for classified ads Phone 269-945-9554 24 Hours a Day-7 Days a Week For Sun & News ACTION-Msl SOUTHSIDE l«CE CENTER 500 100th St. SW, Byron Center, Ml 49315 WEEKEND FUN^ Our Library o FRIDAY, September 19, 2003 6-10 p.m. A UNIQUE MMWE W EXPERIENCE.' TAR' your enjoyment, over a dozen local businesses have built individual mini golf holes for you to putt through. SATURDAY, September 20, 2003 1 - 8 p.m. SUNDAY, September 21, 2003 11 a.m._^ 6 p.m. O PLUS, these original works of art will be auctioned off throughout the event. SI OPEN SKATE TICXETS $1 HOTPOTS 75d POP £ POPCORN S 10.00 For Adufts S 5.00 For Children Under 16 Fun Times * SEPTEMBER □ Saturday, from 124 pm SEPTEMBERS Sunday from 124 pm SEPTEMBER I9 Friday, from 54 pm SEPTEMBER 20 Saturday, from 124 pm SEPTEMBER 21 $1 skate rental Balloons * SEPTEMBER I2 Friday, from 54 pm Raffles * Call 616-878-4567 for information , The course is located on the West end of 92nd Street m Caledonia in a field across from Famous Flooring. Sunday, from 124 pm KM tarDtatrietLAnrr �The Sun and News. Middleville. Ml September 16. 2003/ Page 3 Rail-Trail route to be planned at Caledonia Village meeting by Ruth Zachary Staff Writer Caledonia Village Council postponed a decision to establish a rail-trail route along Kinsey Sept. 8 until business owners near the pro­ posed route could be notified and participate in the discus­ sion in October. The proposal would widen Kinsey by four feet on each side with a line marking the paving on both sides of the street. Between Main and Johnson, there would be pavement markings only, and no widening would be planned. From Maple to 100th. the trail would follow the old rail road bed. The reason for the mark ings is over safety concerns. People don't know where to go if nothing is done. Village Manager Sandra Ayers said. Markings will channel people to the specified area. The lanes are planned for both sides of the street because walkers and bikers need to go with the traffic flow, in the appropriate lane. Though the widened areas are in the road right of way. it was acknowledged the mark­ ings might impact the parking area used by Ed’s Body Shop, or some other businesses. The Caledonia Elevator has access outlets on both sides of Kinsey. Officials also have consid­ ered squaring off the comer on Kinsey and Main. Ed's Body Shop would gain in this option, but it could infringe on a door in the seed plant. President Daryl Penfold said, but more land could be gained by the elevator at another point. The engineer is looking at this option, and the specifics are unknown. The actual work might be started next year. In other business last week, the following matters were discussed and handled: • Village presidential and Family Dollar opens store in Middleville The 239th store in Michigan and the 5,027th store in the fast growing North Carolina based-dis­ count Family Dollar store chain officially opened in Middleville Wednesday. Sept. 10. The new store, located in Mid-Plaza Shopping Center at 4660 North M37 Highway, will open at 9:00 a.m. Bruce Barkus, senior vice president of store operations, said Family Dollar looks for­ ward to locating in Middleville and being part of the community. Family Dollar is a rapidly expanding company and offers employ­ ment opportunities in this area and throughout the 43 states in which the stores are located. Family Dollar carries a complete line of merchandise for the family and home, including health and beauty aids, household chemicals and paper products, house­ wares and giftware, small electronics, school supplies, candy, snacks and other food, toys, hardware, auto supplies, domestics, clothing and shoes. The company was founded more than 40 years ago, beginning with one store in Charlotte. N. C„ in 1959. AVEDA • REDKEN • NIOXIN “Accept the challenges, so that you may feel the exhilaration of victory.” General George S. Patton ^ONTEMPO J/^LON 616-891-1093 9551 Cherry Valley. Caledonia Village Centre trustee elections are approaching. There will be vacancies not only for presi­ dent. a two-year term, but also for three, four-year trustee positions now held by Wendy Zandstra. Nick Lnger and Dan Erskine, and one two-year term which is presently being filled by Mike Maviglia. Petitions with from six to 20 signatures must be turned in to the village office by Nov. 25 at 4 p.m • The council approved having tax collection and assessment handled through the township, pending town­ ship approval. The county has declined continuance of the centralized system previously used, and is turning this duty back to the local municipali­ ties. Treasurer Danise Regan explained the cost to the vil­ lage to decentralize would be $2,500 for new software, plus $500 for annual maintenance plus staff time and postage if the village opts to produce its own tax bills. The village cur­ rently pays the county $ 1,143 annually. She recommended teaming with the township at a cost of 50 cents per bill, plus a 1 per­ cent administration fee. The township would collect both personal and real property taxes and submit funds back to the village on a semi­ weekly basis during the sum­ mer tax roll next year. The cost for having the township take over these duties will be an estimated $1,560 per year. • Ayers has been investi­ gating the possibility of using the fire bam next to the town­ ship hall as a DPW garage, instead of the previously con­ sidered plan of building a new one on village property near the sewer treatment plant. Ground contamination near the fire bam site will be gone by year end. township authorities had told her. Asbestos removal has been performed. Ayers said 20 months of bills averaged $366 monthly for gas. and electric was $213. Roof costs were not determined. Remodeling needs of the fire department are different than for the DPW staff, and DPW' would not need as much space. Ayers said the building could be partitioned, reducing heating costs. • Bids for the paving of the drive to the sewer plant were compared. Ayers said the w ork needed to be completed before fall. The bid by Mark’s Asphalt Paving was approved at a cost of $17,795. President Daryl Penfold said Fitness classes starting soon in Middleville This fall Thomapple Kellogg Community Education is offering classes to keep area adults fit and energetic. Aerobics (floor). Kickboxing for Fitness and Active Yoga are offered dur­ ing the week. Active Yoga is new this year. For more information or to register, call 795-3397. MILLER MEANS... Middle* ille & Gun Lake Area Offke 317 Arlington. Middleville, Ml Miller REAL ESTATE larry Allcrding > ns. a... nnA« a NHM Dianne Eeidpauych (XS.WnMMajr, X.W-I.1.U Mark Hewitt <>«i M.Wi-7005 Larry Haye* KAM-6150 Kay StoLsonburg BOY, Chase Jacob Bufka. bom July 18, 2003 at 2:10 p.m. at Spectrum Health Butterworth to Keith and Keri Bufka of Middleville. 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Besides to the regular weekly worship services at 8:45 and 10.30 a m several Sunday school classes are being offered. Children from Caledonia Methodist has variety of fall activities ages 3 years old to fifth grade are involved in a study called “Faith: The Bible The Book of God's Love.” Children's classes meet every Sunday morning at 10:30. Middle and high school students meet every Sunday rooming at 9:45. and adults have a Bible study class at 8:45. Middle school students also have a Youth Fellowship group that meets on Wednesday nights from 6:30 to 8. Senior High stu­ dents have a Youth Fellowship group that meets on Sunday evenings from 6 to 8. Adults can meet for fel­ lowship at church with the men s club, the homemakers group, and the United Methodist Women's group. Several opportunities exist for musical participation. There are four choirs, a vocal group. an instrumental group, and a handbell choir. Music groups practice on Tuesday and Wednesday evenings at the church. LOCAL CHURCH DIRECTORY ALASKA BAPTIST CHURCH A Litin# Church - Senin# a Lilin# Lord Morning Worship . .9 30 a m. Fellowship Time ..........................10:35 a.m. Sunday School...................................10:50 a m. Evening Praise................................................ 6:00p.m. WEDNESDAY . . . Family Night 6:30 p.m. 7240 6Hdi Street. SE - Caledonia 2 miles east of M-37 Pastor, Dr Brian F Hamson Youth Pastor Kevin Stiles C 0 U U U I I I Y a place to belong CHURCH a place to become (Contemporary, Casual, Non-denominational) Sunday Morning Worship............. 9:30 tt 11 00 a m 6175 Broadmoor, Caledonia Rev. Mu had Stowell. Lead Pastor Rev David Moorhead. Aji<n Pastor Joe Cipcic. Worship leader Denny Houma. Youth Pastor Church Office 616 891-0287 Visit our web site www brightside.org CALEDONIA CHRISTIAN REFORMED CHURCH FIRST BAPTIST CHURCH OF MIDDLEVILLE M-37. north of Middleville • 795-9726 Brute V Stewart Senior Pastor Tim A Vine. Asst. Pastor Youth Douglas G. Beason. V isitation Pastor Gary Weaver. Musk Minister Pastor David Stewart. GF - ( hildren s Pastor Sunday School Sunday Morning Worship Service Sunday Evening Service Wednesday Mid Week Prayer Word of Life Clubs 945 a m. 11-00 a m. 600p.m. 6.45pm. 645p.m. 908 W Main Street (Missouri Synod) Worship...................... ... 9:30 a m. Sunday School........................... 11:00 a.m. Adult Bible Class 1HX) a.m. Ret- E. Anthony Sikora Church: (616) 795-2391 GRACE UNITED REFORMED CHURCH Proclaiming the Whole Counsel of God Sunday Worship ............................ 9:30 a.m. and 6:00 p.m. (Child & Adult) (During the School Year) Services at 9 30 a m. and 6 p.m. Church Office: (616) 891-1512 M-37 at lOOih St. CALEDONIA HOLY FAMILY CATHOLIC CHURCH Phone 891-9259 Saturday Evening Mass ... .5:00 p.m. Sunday Mass . .9:00 a.m. & 11:00 a.m. 10:00 a.m. 11:15 a m. 6:00 p.m. YOU ARE INVITED Sunday Worship 4:00 a m. 10: 30 a m. Wednesday Wonhip 6 30 pro ew Life RISTIAN CHURCH 10 AM Sunday Morning 3449 - 76th St. S.E., Caledonia 698-9660 A Church for today’s world Spirit-filled family Church. ®Ui 4rEletI)oiri5t (Eljiirclj 5590 Whitneyville Ave., S.E. Alto, Ml 49302 Sunday School... 10:00 am. Morning Worship...11:00 am. Evening Worship...6:00 p.m. Wednesday Prayer Meeting...7:00 p.m. Rev. Rayle Bailard, Pastor Phone 86Z6437 269-795-7903 » u u gunlakecommunity church org A CALEDONIA fl” UNITED METHODIST Advice tu Practical Christian*: "Fill iotir Heart with God's Wtsdum*' Summer Worship Schedule (through Aug 31): KHJO a m................ .............. Worship & Jr. Church 11 .00 a m................................ Coffee Fellowship (.Nursen Available Throughout* Rev Norman Kohns • (616) 891-8167 Church Office 616891 -8669 Fax 891-8648 • www cakdomaunxorg ALASKA CONGREGATION M-37 between Middleville & Caledonia Community Church A Ptace for Family A f Fiends 6201 Whitney v tile Avenue. Aho CHRISTIAN REFORMED Praise Singing 6*. | *45 aan. 10:50 am Located in I cighion TcmnsJup Scndvv Morning Wonhp A30 ui Ttatfintxul Sundry School hx M Sgts H OD am Grxempurary 1000 lb sunin Erenug Scnicr 600 pat Wed Fellowship FW frruh Pre-khuul-5* * Sept -Spoil ., aJO p m '30 pan. Redeemer Covenant Church —Lighting Up Lives for God- Sunday Corner of 2nd Street and 142nd Avenue Morning Worship .11-00 a_m Pastor EG. Fnzzeli Church Ph. 616-868-6810 • Pastor i Ph. 6/6^97-6’40 Sunday Worship: 8:30 a.m. Traditional 11 a.m. Contemporary 6 p.m. Praise/Bibie Study CotMetnporary Worship 9:30a.m. Rev. Dr. Jack Doorlag. Interim Mini iter Sunday School for AU Age* 10:45aan. Evening Worship 6:00pan. Nursery &. children’s activities during all services. For more information: (616) 891-8119 Pastor Roger Buhman • Church Office 868-0391 or w w w.peaccdMirchxc www lakeside*, ummunity xirg near WvtneyvBe Ave Church School. Sunday + St Paul Lutheran Church Missouri Syjnod Comer of 84th St and Kraft in Caledonia 1 mile west of M-37 Traditional Service Acoustic Praise &• Worship Service 8:30 AM 1100 AM St Paul Lutheran Church Sunday School 8r Adult Bible Study 945 AM Office Phone 891J6KK SS. CYRIL and METHODIUS CHURCH Mass Mass Mass Mass THORN APPI.E2 bible: churl i i Preachin# the Lit in# WordServin# The Risen Lord Sunday School ......................9:30 a.m. Sunday Morning Worship 10:30 a.m. (Jr. Church & Nursery available.) C urrently meeting at: Emmons Like Elementary 8950 Kraft SE, Caledonia Rev Dennis Ross Church: (616) 868-7425 UNITED METHODIST CHURCHES Middleville - Parmelee Parmelee Morning Worship........... 9:30 a.m. Middleville Morning Worship .......... II.-00 a.m. Rev Uv Zach man Church Office Phone 795-9266 Community Lakeside CoMimunity of Christ Leighton Church 8146 68th St Wednesday 6:00 P.M. Evening Prayer phone 795-2370 or 945-9327 Vicar ~ Rev. David T. Huetwich WAYFARER, 250 Vine Street (M- 37 to Emmons to Vine i Pttkher Rev Norm Kohns • Sept. 21 ■--------- ■------- * 11:00 A.M. Holy Communion 159 131st Avenue 1664 N. M-37 Highway Middleville. MI 49333 • 945-1555 Phone (269) 792-3543 Located near the corner of M-37 and McCann Worship Times: Service Times: Sunday School....................................................... 9:45a.m.Saturday..................... 4:00 p.m. Sunday.........................9:30 a m Morning Worship....................................... 11:00 a.m. Evening Worship.................................................. 6:00p.m.Weekdays: Youth Group:................................6:00 p.m. Sunday Wednesday ............... 7:30 p.m Midweek 7:00 p.m. Wed. Thursday & Friday..... 9:30 a.m. 9:30 a.m. Thurs. GUN LAKE COMMUNITY CHURCH & PRESCHOOL Meeting you. your friends, and your family right where you ’re at. ___ __ | IC ■ XC www.StPaulCaledonia.orq Sunday School for ages 3 yr. thru 6lh grade: Sr Hi-jh. Sun 6:30 pm Jr. High. Sun. 6:30 pm 12200 West M-179 Highway iChief Noonday Road) Wayland. Ml '44348 Sunday Service Timet 9:15 A.M. Morning Prayer (Holy Communion 2nd Sunday) Pastor Robert Gerke • Pastor David Ziehr One mile east of Wfiitneyville Rd. Rrv P Adams Phone 891-8440 2415 McCann Rd. tin Irving) AD Services have a Nursery available * Barrier Free Rev. Tom DeVries, Pastor - 795-9901 9255 84th Street. Alto, Ml 49302 Kraft Avenue at Johnson Street Rev. Dave LeBlanc, Pastor 708 W. Main Street Morning Worship Service Sunday School Evening Worship Service Middleville Good Shepherd Wesleyan Church Lutheran Church "A Church with a caring heart for our community and the world" Rev. R. Scott Greenway. Pastor Jack Dejong. Pastor of Worship & Adult Ed. JoAnnc DtBlaay. Youth Director Al Tiemeyer, Community Calling MIDDLEVILLE CHRISTIAN REFORMED Dinner is served at church on Wednesday evenings from 5:30 to 6:15. Everyone is welcome to participate in these activities. Caledonia United Methodist Church is located at 250 Vine Street in Caledonia. For more information, call the church office at 8918669. «L« TOWNSEND fWr <610’ HM14W2K • www ktgfwtxhurch.org EwqdUf GommM ~ whitneyville Bible Church at 84th St • 891-8661 “The Church where everybody is somebody . and Jesus is Lord" Meeting at Caledonia High School Sunday School Putoi Pad M. Hillman T9u(h Pastor David Erikson 6951 Hanru Like Arent*. Catedonu 616698-Wil redremeriPiseTVMt ^wwjedetmgKavetvMMg 4 umMerd Pastor: Rev Josh Blunt Contact our Dutton office at (616) 65-65-WAY Check our web site: www. wayfarerccc/rg 8546 WNtneyvie Worship 9-.30 am Christian Education Hour 1130 am Wednesday Fanuiv Night 5;4S4.‘OO pm Church Finding the Way Together! An informal, contemporary church committed to our community. Sunday Worship is at 10:00am in Caledonia Middle School’s cafeteria. Everyone is welcome! afAmnuu ^30ojtl Sunday Momrg Wotshp >0^0°m. Meeting at chapel on WMneyvfc Are Sunday Evening Worthy 600p.m Wed *ayer 6 SWy ?00 p m. Rev .thomaSuytPadofte* Kan Bama. A»oc Porta Neaee whmeyvfebtte ag . „ 1 �The Sun and News. Middleville. Ml September 16, 2003/ Page 5 Mothers & More to ask questions of pediatrian Area moms are invited to join Middleville Mothers and More members at 7 p.m. Monday, Sept. 22, to speak with Dr. Amy Beck about common pediatric medical and developmental questions. The Middleville chapter of Mothers and More meets year-round on the second and fourth Mondays of each month at 7 p.m. at the lower level of Kids First Learning Place in Middleville and pro­ vides moms with a child-free meeting to relax and enjoy a wide variety of relevant top­ ics. Mothers and More is an international not-for-profit support group dedicated to improving the lives of moth­ ers through support education and advocacy The group offers a nationwide network of chapters with more than 7.500 members who have, by choice or circumstance, altered their participation in the paid workplace in order to care for family members at home Chapters are structured to support women as they navi­ gate the challenges of daily life in order to achieve a bet­ ter balance between care giv­ ing. paid work and family support. Mothers and More also works to raise the conscious­ ness of the public regarding all the work both paid and unpaid that moms do. Mothers and More also offers mom-to-mom support, on-line networking, charity fund-raising, outings with kids. “Moms Night Out." national and local volunteer opportunities, professional development, playgroups and much more. Visitors are encouraged to attend three meetings to investigate further about Mothers and More and are under no obligation to join. For further information about the Middleville Chapter of Mothers and More, call (269) 795-5242 or the newly form­ ing Richland/Delton chapter at (269) 721-3579 or visit www.mothersandmore.org. for even more information. Caledonia K of C plans “Second Time Around Sale” The second annual “Second Time Around Sale." spon­ sored by th Caledonia Knights of Columbus will be held Saturday, Sept. 20. at Holy Family Church Hall from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. There will be appliances, furniture, office equipment, exercise equipment and many other items. A bake sale will also take place in the hall. The Knights donate the proceeds from the sale to God's Kitchen. The Haven, a court-sponsored local facility for troubled youths, and the Leukemia & Lymphona Society. Anyone wishing to donate items can drop them off at the church hall Friday, Sept. 19. from noon time on. A tax-deduction slip will be available to all who donate items. Clothing cannot be accepted because of the unusually large quantities that are generally donated. CMS will participate Wednesday in national ‘See You at the Pole’ hy Cathy Rue ter Staff Writer Anyone driving through the Caledonia Middle School parking lot tomorrow morn­ ing may be surprised to see a gathering of middle-school­ ers around the flagpole. No. they aren’t playing ring-around-the-rosy. They’re participating in a nationwide prayer service called "See You at the Pole." According to CMS parent Pat Warren. (Kettle Lake Principal Chris Warren is her husband). ‘See You at the Pole’ is a national, studentled, student initiated and organized program to pray across the nation Wednesday. Sept. 17 at 7:20 a.m., just prior to school starting. Students meet out­ side their school, at the flag­ pole. to pray for their school, fellow students, teachers, friends, community, country and those in authority on strictly a voluntary- basis. This year’s CMS “See You at the Pole" is being sponsored by LIFE, which stands for Living In Faith Everyday. "Students in LIFE leam how to share the gospel with others and leam how to grow in their relationship in Jesus Christ," Warren explained. "Their philosophy is that it’s not a religion, it’s a relation­ ship with God and establish­ ing a relationship with oth­ ers. "’See You at the Pole’’’ is a time for students to pray, to claim God’s power over all the influences over the stu­ dent that would have a nega­ tive affect on them." said Warren. "(Like) Alcohol, suicide, drugs, sexual immorality. "Many schools around the nation do this. It draws us together with the nation. Everyone’s invited, adults and children." Warren was aware of at least two other schools in the district that would be sharing in this service. Young LIFE students are sponsoring the service at CHS and Kettle Lake Elementary students are holding a short prayer service for those students that want to attend as well. For those interested in learning more about "See You at the Pole" call Jean Wallace at Caledonia Middle School at 891-8649. Any large items donated will be picked up by the Knights prior to the sale. Please call 554-6194 to make arrangements. Divorce support group forming at Cornerstone United Methodist New Beginnings, a new support group for those deal­ ing with issues around divorce will begin Sunday. Oct. 5. from 5:30 to 7 p.m. at Cornerstone United Methodist Church 2045 68th SE. Caledonia in room 107b. This group will meet on the first and third Sunday evenings of each month. Child care will be available. The church also offers “Celebrate Recovery.” a Christ-centered support com­ munity. Groups offered include chemical depend­ ence, life encouragement -for those struggling with depres­ sion and boundaries, for those dealing with relationship issues. The support groups start every Friday night at 6 with dinner. Worship starts at 6:45. Groups meet from 7:3p to 8:30. with dessert following. Please use the tower entrance. Child care is available. For more information, con­ tact Holly Anderson 6983170 or Hollya@comerchurch.org. thinking' of you! TK SCHOOL LUNCH MENU T.K. Secondary Lunch Menu Wednesday , September 17 Goulash w/garlic toast or com dog on a stick, com. pears, milk. Thursday , September 18 Cheeseburg on a bun or BBQ chicken on a bun. baby carrots w/ranch, fresh water­ melon. milk. Friday , September 19 Stuffed crust pizza or fish sandwich on a bun, seasoned green beans, orange slices, milk. Monday, September 22 Tomato soup w/grilled cheese sandwich or hamburg on a bun. celery sticks w/ranch, pineapple, milk. Tuesday, September 23 Spaghetti w/meat sauce, w/garlic bread or ham and cheese hot pocket, peas, mixed fruit, milk. Get in touch with your spirituality. / 'cLgtvT fientjei Cornerstone Church 2045 68th St SE Sundays @ 9:30a, 1 1:00a & 5:30p www.CornerChurch.org Seniors and Their Children Agree..... | Kingdom Kids 1 I Wednesday Night Kids Club is Jj r looking for YOU!! n. I Our church family wants your family to join us! September 17, 2003 6:00 pm ' F Bring your family to meet with our church family and T I team how to be part of the family of Sod! J) 1 \ Kingdom Kids - Pre-6th X Youth Classes - 7th-12th AduR Classes Zf Active seniors who could live anywhere, choose to live at Pennock Village. Why? Just ask the children of Pennock Village residents Don and Norma Sothard, Donna Mathews and Martha Misak. Mom and Dad wanted the carefree lifestyle to go when and where they wanted. Yet, they still wanted to stay *’ connected” to our family, and the many friends they’ve made in the Hastings area. Pennock Village lets them do both!" Find out bow you can find the perfect place for your senior lifestyle at Pennock Village. Call (269) 945-5871 for a free tour and all of the details. Or, visit online at www.pennockbealth.com/pennock_village. Jl ’ Alaska Baptist Church r k 7240 - 63th St SE \ Caledonia MI 49316 S Kids need a ride? Give us a call! (616) 698-8104 i\ -^"’->4. * J) X Pennock HEALTH 7 A SERVICES �Page 6/The Sun and News. Middleville. September 16. 2003 Bulldogs bully Caledonia into first loss of the year Samuel I. Finkbeiner--------------------------------PALMETTO. FLORIDA Samuel I. Finkbeiner. age 91. of Palmetto. Ronda passed away Sept. 1. 2003 at Family Trax Oidea 11')£ Main St. MiMle.oiHe. • 7()S-«W8 Hours: Sun. -Thurs. 12-10 pm Fri. & Sat. 12-llpm Manatee Memorial Hospital. He was the owner of Caledonia Implement Store for 25 years. A life member of Masonic Lodge RC Hathaway #387 and a life member of Eastern Star #97 of Caledonia. He is survived by his wife of 69 years. Olive; two daughters. Linda AlmaHargrave (SteveI of Spring Hill. Tennessee. Sue Lantz Green (Daniel) of Wayland; five grandchildren; 13 great grandchildren; sister-in-law. Ruth Shook of Caledonia; several nieces, nephews and many, many friends. A memorial service will be held Saturday afternoon at 1:00 p.m. at the Beeler Funeral Chapel. Middleville. Rev. Phillip Courtright offi­ ciating. Masonic services under the Auspices of the Caledonia Masonic Lodge RC Hathaway #387. Visitation one hour prior to the funeral service. Arrangements by the Beeler Funeral Home. Middleville. DVD, VHS & Game Rentals Movie Reservations 2 Dav Rental on Sundav on all Rentals Every 20* Rental EREE w Locally Owned Hurry, expires 10-15'03 The world's largest water treatment company WATER MAKES UP 70% OF YOUR BODY. Wouldn't you like to know more about your water? 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After trading touchdowns with Byron Center in the sec­ ond quarter the Fighting Scot offense was unable to muster another score in the second half. The Scots took an early 70 lead on a 12 yard pass from Caledonia eagers have to get past their first loss fast Soft stretches will be few and far between on the OK Gold girls’ basketball sched­ ule this fall, but this seems like a lot. The Scots have big con­ tests this week to open the league season. Caledonia will visit Wyoming Park on Tuesday, then host Byron Center on Thursday. They are a pair of games which can go a long way in deciding who stands a top the confer­ ence come November. Heading into this week’s action Byron Center is 3-0, Park is 2-1, and the Scots are 2-1. Caledonia suffered its first loss of the season when it took on old Gold foe Kenowa Hills last Tuesday. The Knights built a 15point half-time lead before cruising to a 60-42 victory over the visiting Scots. Mindy Bode led the Fighting Scots with 13 points, and Julie Slot tossed in 11. I I I I I I I I I I I I I I I I I I I I I I I I I I I I I Brad Laninga to Tyler Ybema. Caledonia would again take the lead thanks to a Laninga to Ybema recep­ tion later in the second quar­ ter. This time it was a 39yard pass completion, which put the Scots up 14-7. The Bulldogs pulled with­ in one at 14-13 before the half, then came from the locker room and controlled the play in the second half. Byron Center racked up 399 yards of offense on the evening, while holding the Scots to 275 yards. With the loss the Scots fall to 2-1 on the season so far. and are l-l in the OK Gold with a tough one ahead. The Scots visit South Christian on Friday. The Sailors are also 2-1. but have a 2-0 league mark. MOVING SM 40% OH ' Excludes custom framing, yarn related items. SunRider herbs . //£Rainbows End^> J Yarn. Craft & Variety 9343 Cherry Valley Ave., Caledonia. 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There is no charge for this exhibit and it is open during regular hours. Tuesdays from 9 a.m. to 2 p.m.. Wednesdays and Thursdays from 9 a.m. to 7 p.m. and Fridays from 9 a.m. until 5 p.m The Freeport Historical Society invites area teams to show off their strength in the An artist’s reception is second annual Freeport Fun Day Bale Rolling competition on Saturday. Sept. 27. planned for this Friday, Sept. 19 from 6 to 8 p.m. at the This is just one of the works by Thomapple Township TAC gallery at 117 W State artist Insoon Felch on display at the Thomapple Arts Street in Hastings. Call 945- Council through the end of the month. A reception for the 2002 for information about artist is on Friday, Sept. 16 from 6 to 8 p.m. at the TAC this exhibit or other TAC gallery at 117 State Street in Hastings. activities. Other events including a.m. until noon. by Patricia Johns There will be a "design a food, a car show, children’s Staff Writer Colleen Smelker of the stamp" event for children activities anti more. The parade at 3 pm. will Freeport Historical Society ages 12 and under with the invites anyone who thinks designs turned into the post amaze and delight with floats and special guests. a meeting would be set for they are strong to “prove it” office by Sept. 25 on display School Boards, who has been ation by saying. "We’re not helping the board through hiring the person (right now). tomorrow. Wednesday, Sept. during the second big hay during Fun Day. 17. Archer will be meeting bale rolling race down the superintendent search We’re still going through the process to find out if one of with board members during Freeport’s Main Street process from the beginning. an informal luncheon while Saturday, Sept. 27. Atkinson replied that he them does rise head above." He gave the board several Bums will be meet-ng with Other “Fun Day" events would like "more time to probe more into the areas of options they could follow. Director of Instruction Chris include a celebrating the Bums and members of the 125th anniversary of the concern." instructional team. Freeport post office with a Hamson said. "I’m nor­ "I'm normally very analyt­ The luncheon will be fol­ special cacellation from 8:30 Thomapple Kellogg mally very analytical. (But) ical. (But) my intuition, my lowed by a series of roundVarsity Football my intuition, my gut says, gut says, what I’m looking table meetings with repre ­ what I’m looking for is for is someone who's Darrin Tape helped the sentatives from support staff, someone who’s head and head and shoulders Trojan varsity football team to administration, students, shoulders above the rest. above the rest. These a 41-6 win over Hastings on teachers, key communicators These candidates will get the candidates will get the job Friday. (with parent representation), job done. (But) if I am to Tape scored four touchdowns in the con and central office personnel. believe that the selection of done. (But) if I am to test, two on runs of 17 and 29 yards, and one believe that the selection These discussions will be the superintendent is the with a 30-yard pass reception. His final TD of the superintendent is taking place at the Caledonia most important decision in came on a 66-yard punt return. the most important deci­ High School from 1 to 5 p.m. my tenure... 1 feel we may sion in my tenure...! feel An informal dinner for have to look at additional The 4695 Middleville Rd. 111 N. Main St. Janet Bums to meet with we may have to look at people." Lynn Denton M-37, Middleville, Ml Nashville, Ml Subscribe to the board members while Archer additional people." Yonker established his Agency 1-800-443-5253 517-852-2005 meets with Chris Bums and viewpoint by saying that he Hastings Banner. her instructional team will felt the board should "go - Dr. William Harrison MAKING YOUR FUTURE MORE PREDICTABLE follow the round-table talks. through our process (with the Call 945-9554 for Immediately following two candidates thus far. "bring back a couple of can­ FAKAf BUREAU bringing them in for a second didates or extend the search." this dinner, special board R■>. INSURANCE more information. 06671864 .ARM 8UMAU MUTUAA ■ 'AMM MMAU UM • MtM OCMMM interview with more in-depth A motion was made to fol­ meetings are scheduled for 6 and Caledonia community low through with the process p.m. (Bums) and 7:30 p.m. specific questions) and if to further interview Bums (Archer) at the Caledonia School Library. we’re going to eliminate and Archer. Though High Your Hometown them then we should elimi­ Harrison, Full Service Garden Center! r Nagel and Though the board will be Just West Off M-37 conducting the (in-depth. nate them." Sheri und voted against the 10197 Gortww Rd.,Middleville Board member Kristy Ann motion, it was carried with Caledonia community spe­ Sberlund said that in some an assenting vote by Yonker. cific) questioning, these HOURS: meetings will be open to the ways she felt that Caledonia Lillie. Bergy and Atkinson. Monday-Saturday was “a stepping stone for After much discussion of public. For further information these candidates. A proven the ways to have further con­ 8:30 a.m. to 6:00 p.m. track record is so important tact with the candidates, both about the meetings, contact to me personally." on formal and informal the adminstraiion office at Gardens looking tired? Wake them up for fall!! Hartman clarified the situ­ grounds, it was decided that 616-891-8185. 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When the women arrived at Bay Pointe, their table was ready and lunch orders were taken. The fashion show pro­ ceeded as the women ate their lunch. Three women. Lili Snoeyink, Louise Bohn and Joyce VanSickle, were quick change artists and modeled clothes from the Sea Shanty. Each model showed four ensembles, complete with shoes, jewelry and hand bags. They walked about the tables telling the features of their outfit. The study club members were interested to know if the piece was machine wash­ able, and if it could be put in the dryer or line dried. Many items were a new breed of polyester and looked like wool or suede. Some were natural fibers of cotton, cashmere, silk or wool. After the show, women boarded the bus to head back to Woodland. There was one short detour at the Sea Shanty where the women had a brief opportunity to shop for the garments and The members of the Woodland Women s Study Club stop for a quick shopping trip at the Sea Shanty. Betty McMillen-Strong (left) and Marge Erickson admire the parka modeled by Louise Bohn. Orpha Desgranges greets the bus driver, her niece Barb Buck. accessories they had just seen modeled. Next month’s meeting is at 10 a.m. Tuesday, Oct. 14, at the home of Nell Stannard in Woodland. The program will be about “etiquette at the dining table.” Phone Cusack at 616-374-7288 for more information. 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The Scots’ biggest win of the week came on Wednesday when they beat South Christian by one stroke The Sailors won the O-K Gold a year ago, finish­ ing just ahead of the Scots. Leading the way for the Scots were Abe Mulvihill, who shot a 2-under par 33 and Adam and Loren Crandell, who each shot a 38. The Scots were 3-0 in the O-K Gold heading into Monday's match up with Wayland. Caledonia visits Hastings on Wednesday. Nell Stannard boards the bus for the club's field trip to Bay Point. jon Mitchell Licensed Contractor 616-299-4720 269-795-0061 "Your Local Ruilder" /Yew Construction • Bobcat Work Remolding • Pole Barns • Decks --------- ------ ------------ WW BANKRUPTCY Protection from Creditors Including... • Garnishment* • Foreclosures • Judgements • Repossessions • Harassing Phon* Call* £££ WE CAN PROTECT YOU AND YOUR ASSETS FAST! WITHIN 24 HOURS!!! 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Police had received a call from a citizen, alerting them to a 2003 Pontiac Grand Am heading southbound on M-37 (Broadmoor Avenue), in the northbound lanes, but the warning came a minute too late for Deputy Steve Brasseur. At approximately I:IX a.m. while northbound on M-37 near 76th Street. Brasseur attempted to make a quick right turn out of his lane of travel, to avoid being hit by another vehicle, com­ ing straight at him. The two vehicles collided at an angle causing major damage, but both drivers avoided serious injuries. Deputy Brasseur was able to get out of his vehicle and walk toward the other car. The deputy said Wierenga Wallen five generations was still sitting in his car. talking to a second deputy who had just avoided being hit by the suspected intoxi­ cated driver. Deputy Ben Cammenga was northbound on M-37 a mile or so ahead of Deputy Brasseur. Cammenga encountered the other vehicle on the divided portion of M37 and had to swerve from the left lane to the right lane to avoid being hit. As Cammenga turned to catch up to the violator, he came upon his fellow officer sit­ ting in his damaged cruiser and the other vehicle nearby. Quality Family Eye Care Since 1929 Bard Bloom, O.D. Scott Bloom, O.D. OPTOMETRISTS 2 Locations Hastings Wayland 1510 N. Broadway 945-2192 06571951 216 N. Main 792-0515 MOST INSURANCE ACCEPTED UJ.LM/L Li Gentle. Fcnnily Dentistry Christnphee A, Tomezyk DPS Aixennim New Paiients Office Hours: Mon-Fri by appointment Emergency Patients Welcome General Dentistry. Oral Surgery, Root Canals We participate with Delta. BlueCrossBlueShield. Healthy Kids, and Mi Child « 269-945-5656 1127 Wfjr State Street. Hastings Ml THORNAPPLE AREA ENRICHMENT FOUNDATION Our Hometown Chantable Organization MISSION: To enrich and enhance the quality of life in the Thornapple Area by acting as a leader and catalyst in the evolving needs of the community. For scholarship and cbarrtoble gift information please write to: PO Box 164 Middleville Michigan 49333-0164 tktaefahotmail com Alfred and Nellie Myers celebrating 55th anniversary Alfred and Nellie (Ballard) Myers, Wayland, formerly of Middleville, celebrating 55 years of marriage Sept. 24. 2003. with family and friends with an open house on Sept. 27 from 2 to 4 p.m. at 1144 Regina Trails. Wayland, hosted by their children. Great Great Grandfather Farland Wallen of North Carolina. Great Grandfather Furnal (Buzz) Wallen of Florida. Grandmother Terry (Wallen) Schilthroat of Middleville, mother Sarah (Schilthroat) Atkinson and daughter Ellie of Nwaygo. LLC. Bates-Thompson to wed Nov. 1 Gwendolyn Bates and Bryan Thompson of Park City. Utah are pleased to announce their engagement. The bride-to-be is the daughter of Steve and Leslie Bates of Concord, Massachusetts. The groom-to-be is the son of Dick and Feather Thompson of Middleville. Gwen is a graduate of Concord-Carlisle High School and Wheaton College. Bryan is a graduate of Thornapple-Kellogg High School and Western Michigan University. Both are employed at Park City Mountain Resort and Bryan is also a wildfire fight­ er for the Federal Bureau of Land Management out of Salt Lake City. They will unite in marriage on Nov. 1, 2003. in Park City. TK golfers lift their 0-K Gold record to 2-1 On Wednesday the TK varsity golfers traveled to Orchard Hills to plav the Wayland Wild Cats. The TK squad came away with a 152 to 161 win over Wayland. This was a very important w in for TK if they hope to content for a league champi­ onship. Low rounds for TK were Chase VandenBerg 35, Josh Enyart 36, Nicky Roush 40. Brett Knight and Levi Harold w ith 41’s. On Monday the TK golfers hosted defending league champion South Christian at Yankee Springs. Heading into the match South was tied in the league with TK after a one-stroke loss to league leading Caledonia Early in the season TK and South tied at the TK Invitational 50" & 45" Spade Trucks State Inspected & Licensed Nursery Colorado Blue & Black Hill Spruce 6- 12* Reasonable rates up to 5" in diameter — Move or sell yours or ours — ONE YEAR GUARANTEE 269-795-2232 r 01517285 "Trees make a world of (tifference" lb • Add Property Value • Accents • Borders • Lit Lines • Year Round Green • Shade • Wildlife ATTENTION KENT COUNTY SENIOR CITIZENS The Commodities Supplemental Food Program (CSFP) is currently ACCEPTING NEW CLIENTS You must be at least 60 years of age. your income must be $972 or less, and you must be a resident of Kent County to qualify. This program provides a monthly distribution of cheese, meat, vegetables, fruits, grains and cereals and Juices. We will be registering new clients in the following location: Alto Library, 6071 Lindfield, Alto TUESDAY, SEPTEMBER 23, 2003, from 1:00 to 2:00 p.m. FOOD DISTRIBUTION will be OCTOBER 15, 2003 from 10:30 a.m.-noon You must provide these items to register: Proof of income Driver’s license or state l.D. Social Security card For more information on this program or other distribution locations, please call: Cherie at 336 4188 or David al 336-4045. ^ivfyntyra/fi in />(/. (rea (foenmu/tity • Jeroicen e*np/oy/nent <£• cTrtiifii/iy (yourici/, Gomnwfufy < fetion i/Oroyra/H (ACSET-CAP) 06572029 �Page 10/The Sun and News. Middleville, September 16. 2003 Five CHS grads marching for MSU Pictured (from left) are Caledonia High School graduates Jack Fitzsimmons. Caledonia 01’ tuba; Erin Samuels. Caledonia 03’ tenor saxophone; Mark Osgerby. Caledonia Of alto Ssxophone: Jill Fitzsimmons. Caledonia 03’ mellophone; and Jim Fitzsimmons, Caledonia 01' trumpet. Inspirational sailor Is the Caledonia High School marching band becoming a training ground Solo sailor Robyn Davie who has sailed solo around the world three times gave for the marching band of Thornapple Kellogg students an inspirational look at his experiences. He told stu­ Michigan State University? dents that they should “never give up" and persevere toward the goals they set in life. Currently, five Caledonia He also stressed the need for education. graduates are members of the 300-plus Spartan Marching Band, under the direction of John T. Madden. Mark Osgerby and Jack and Jim Fitzsimmons, all Real Estate For Your WorldSM juniors, are currently in their C aledonia • 9175 Cherry Valley third year with the 5MB. Mark is majoring in busi­ Pearson-Cook ness, Jack in horticulture, Summer Hours: Open Wednesday evenings until 9 p m. t*cti office lnd##mten0y owned and operated and Jim in packaging. 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Dave Pratt 813-0334 Tom Garbow 868-0045 Cathy Williamson 293-7391 Aaron Vander Zand 560-3772 Brent Boncher 248-229-9286 Julie Del-aGandara 269-664-4415 Rich MH onnon 292-4693 Joy Smith 893-5555 HASTINGS 15*4 N. MICHIGAN Cute Cape Cod with open Door plan, laqte hath, 2 new bedrooms upstairs. I 1/2 car garage, large lot. unfin ■shed basement. $109,900 (Ml-S#4MM78) Joe Smirk8935555 Dave Pratt 813-6334 Don Hoogerhyde 862-5424 James Gordon 890-4592 CALEDONIA SCHOOLS PAR A WINDING CREEK. Beautifully wooded 2.8 acre site with stream running dong property Close to schools Easy commute to Grand Rapids $59,900 (MLS6475994; Jen Smith 893-5555 06671#57 d.250% 5411 & 5.875% 5.975% APR 629 W. State SC, Hastings MAl^REET Your Bank. Your Future. (Located across from K-mart) ’Annual Percmogc Rate m of Sept 12, 2003 and subject to change halftime shows. There is also daily practice throughout the entire season. The 5MB performs a new half-time show each week for every home football game. This season consists of home games, as well as overnight trips to both the Note Dame and Ohio State away games. In addition, if all goes well with the foot­ ball team, they will travel to a bowl game to perform. These local Spartans can be seen performing any Saturday of a home fixX ba 11 game in East Lansing at Spartan Stadium, as well as the evening of Oct. 4. in the Breslin Center for the annual homecoming event. Quick facts about Michigan apples • Apples are Michigan’s #1 most valuable fruit crop, which has a value of about $100 million annually. • There are over 8.5 mil­ lion apple trees, covering nearly 50,000 acres, through­ out Michigan. • Michigan expects to har­ vest 970 million pounds (or 23 million bushels) of this year. • Apples are by far the largest fruit crop per volume. Loan Originator (Need we say more?] 30 Year Fixed Rate Mortgages East Lansing. They are both majoring in nursing. They say it’s the strong work ethic instilled in these young musicians by previous Caledonia Band Director Thomas Peck and the current Caledonia Band Director Gordon Usher (an MSU grad and past member of the 5MB) that these students successfully completed the competitive double audition process for becoming mem­ bers of the 5MB marching block. The CHS grads also have endured the eight-day pre­ season program, which con­ sisted of 14-hour days, 80- to 90-degree heat, accelerated training, learning drills, marching techniques and Call Cindy to find out how she can help you with a mortgage, refinancing, home equity loan, line of credit, construction Ioan, and more. 1.800.267.3830 or 945.9561 Equal Housing Lender Member FDK Michigan produced just over 1.4 billion pounds of fruit in 2001 including apples, tart cherries, sweet cherries, blueberries, peaches, grapes, strawberries, pears and plums. Nearly 62 percent of that amount was apples, which totaled 880 million pounds. Apple volume is bigger than the volume of all the other Michigan fruits combined. • Small family farmers who operate their own orchards dominate the Michigan apple industry. According to recent studies, 52 Michigan orchards had 200 or more acres in apples, with 104 having between 100 and 199 acres in apples, and, the majority, 994 farms, having between one and 99 acres. • Newer apple orchards are reflective of a higher-density planting trend. Well-trained, higher density plantings come into production much more rapidlv than standard apple trees of old, so growers can bring desirable new vari­ eties to market more quickly than ever. The Honeycrisp, a tangy and juicy newcomer to Michigan markets, was listed in the “miscellaneous cate­ gory” in a 1997 orchard sur­ vey but ranked No. 12 in tree numbers in the same survey in 2000. Growers look to Honeycrisp to provide a new winning variety like the Gala apple did in the late 1980s and early 1990s. • Longtime favorite van­ eties still dominate Mich­ igan’s orchards. The most prevalent variety remains the Red Delicious, followed closely by the Golden Delicious. Next comes Jonathon, Ida Red, Rome, McIntosh, Empire, Northern Spy and Gala. • Michigan also plays a vital role in processed apples. Nearly 60 percent of all Michigan apples are processed. Michigan produces over 50 percent of the nation’s apple slices and is the largest supplier of apple slices used in commercially prepared apple pies. Michigan apples are also a main source for apple sauce as well as pure and natural apple cider. The Michigan apple in­ dustry is a vital part of Michigan’s economy. The value of the annual crop has been running between $75 and $100 million at the point of sale by the grower. Valueadded marketing and pro­ cessing enhance the econom­ ic contribution of apples con­ siderably, as do the support­ ing activities of distribution and retailing. When all eco­ nomic factors are calculated, including local purchases by growers for crop production and harvest as well as the enhanced worth of the crop the following harvest, the Michigan apple industry contributes probably close to half a billion dollars to the stale’s economy. �The Sun and News. Middleville. Ml/September 16. 2003- Page 11 Financial Focus Furnished by Drew McFadden of Edward Jones and Co. • (616) 891 -1173 What do rising interest rates mean to investors? Long-term interest rates shot up significantly this past summer. If you're an investor, what do these high­ er rates mean for you? There's no one simple answer. How you respond to various economic events, such as a higher-rate envi­ ronment. depends, to a cer­ tain extent, on your invest­ ment preferences, risk toler­ ance and financial objec­ tives. Also, in looking ahead, you’d like to know if long­ term rates will continue to climb and that s notoriously hard to predict. But it’s inter­ esting to note that the Federal Reserve seems com­ mitted. for the near future at least, to keeping short-term rates low - a stance that could also help restrain increases in long-term rates. But let’s take a look at how a change in rates would affect your investments. Let’s begin with stocks. Rising interest rates are fre­ quently accompanied by a strong economy, which gen­ erally translates into greater profits for companies - and potentially higher stock prices. On the other hand, higher rales mean that companies’ borrowing costs will increase - so it becomes more expensive for them to expand their operations. This added cost could affect stock * •r - 1 Saving on home insurance is “No Problem.” prices. In short, it’s impossible to say. unequivocally, that ris­ ing interest rates are always good or always bad for stocks. Of course, the best thing to do is hold onto highquality companies for the long term, regardless of interest rate changes. This is how you create the opporunity to build wealth. Now. lets consider the impact of rising interest rates on bonds. Unlike the case with stocks, the effect of higher rates on bond prices is clear: when rates go up. bond prices drop. If you have a bond that pays four percent but market rates go up to six percent, nobody will want to pay full price for your bond. So, if you want to sell it before it matures, you’ll have to offer it at a price that is less than you paid. Of course, if you plan on holding your bonds until maturity, you might not care about rising interest rates and falling prices. No matter wha’ market rates are doing, you can expect to receive regular interest payments. And. as long as your bond is of good quality, and has earned an investment grade credit rating by an independ­ ent rating agency, you can expect to receive the face value back when the bond matures. Additionally, insured bonds can increase the credit quality even more. (Keep in mind, however, that insurance does not eliminate market risk.) But even if you do hold your bonds until they mature, sou can take steps to blunt the impact of higher interest rates. How? By building a "bond ladder" - a portfolio of bonds with dif­ ferent maturities. When your short-term bonds come due. you’ll be able to reinvest them at a higher rate And if rates start to fall, you’ll still have your longer-term, high­ er-yielding bonds working for you. Call for Sun & News classified ads (269] 945-9554 or 1-800-870-7085 The whole world’s in his hands... Page Principal Brad Warren uses a globe to show students the route ol the solo Around the World sailing race. 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Caledonia District Personnel Manager and Interim Superintendent, and Martha Smart. Director of Kent District Library, were hard pressed to evalu­ ate the 13 holes and deter­ mine which of the structures met with the given criterion. Best use of Material was awarded to Tires 2000, Most Whimsical went to The Friends of the Caledonia Library’s Cat in the Hat entry and Most Colorful was awarded to Muller’s Paint The FORE! Our Library mini-golf judges. Brian Harrison. Caledonia Township Supervisor; Carol Nelson-Purkey. Caledonia District Personnel Manager and Interim Superintendent, and Martha Smart, Director of Kent District Library, stand near the Tires 2000 entry on their way around the 13-hole course Caledonia Fire Rescue personnel received the "Best Reflection of Sponsor" for their burning house entry. and Paper for their painter entry (complete with mov­ able painting arm). Most Challenging Putt went to the Caledonia Farmer’s Elevator for their cow field entry (a bumper shot is about the only way that a whole in one is possible) and Best use of Imagination was granted to Wolverine Building Services’ ‘construction site.’ Most Creative was award­ ed to Edward Jones with GOOD STABLE PEOPLE WITH POOR CREDIT THAT WOULD LIKE TO OWN A LATE MODEL CAR, TRUCK OR SUV. z If you’ve had a bankruptcy, divorce, slow pay, charge offs, foreclosure or a repo we can guarantee your credit approval with money down and a stable job. This is not a “rent to own", the vehicle is titled in your name and a national lender will loan you the necessary money to finance your new vehicle. Call MR. DRAKE TODAY to find out how you can be driving a late model vehicle instead of a “beater” from a “buy here, pay here." Call 888-404-2846 TODAY!!! - 10 dealerships and 10 denials sound familiar?? Call today and ask MR DRAKE for your guaranteed approval and drive a late model vehicle today!!! Call 888-404-2846 TODAY We understand bad things happen to good people so call today!! their “Bull/Bear Market’ entry while Most Unusual Idea was bestowed upon Wilcox Associates for their nearly life-size bridge. The Picture Perfect ribbon was given to Fidere, LLC. for their lighthouse. Best Reflection of Sponsor was awarded to Caledonia Fire Rescue for their burning house (complete with firetruck, ambulance and tiny replica of the firesta­ tion), Famous Flooring received Best use of Resources for their tile and glasswork castle. J-Ad Graphics took the Most Pieces ribbon for their rendition of the editor’s desk with a comment from one young putter that it was a "wicked" hole. In addition, Alex and Austen Rueter made their tongue-in-cheek rendition of a golf hole to guide golfers out of the field with the 13th hole, receiving a ‘best lost hole’ ribbon. The big winner was Designworks A/E who not only won a ribbon for Best use of Theme, their Caledonia Library interpre­ tation also won the Best Overall award. The event continues this weekend. At the exit guess­ ing games are provided for kids while parents have a chance to bid on the silent auction items of numerous The tongue-in-cheek 13th hole, dubbed "The Lost Hole" directs golfers out to the next hole (concession stand) and the exit where kids can play guessing games and parents have a chance to bid on silent auction items. Christopher J. Hier, D.D.S. 616-891-1240 Genera! Dentistry for Children & Adults — NEW PATIENTS WELCOME — Early Morning & Evening Appointments Available Conveniently located on Af-37 in Caledonia (Right on the way to orfrom work) Quality dental care in a relaxed and friendly atmosphere. Wilcox Professional Services is helping to "Bridge the Gap" FORE! Our Library with their entry of this nearly lifesize bridge that won the "Most Unusual Idea" ribbon. Your Smile ■ The First Thit People See! book/gift baskets (many val­ ued over $150 and a kayak donated by Leisure Life Unlimited. Orders for Golf shirts with the "FORE! Our Library" logo are being taken for a donation of $25 to the building fund. Bidding on the silent auc­ tion items will begin in the library this week. Some bas­ kets include free real golf opportunities. The event continues this weekend indoors across the parking lot from Famous Rooting, behind Monterey Grille. Hours of operation are Friday 5 to 8 p.m.. Saturday and Sunday noon to 8 p.m. Two holes will remain outdoors and the “Cat and the Hat” created by the Friends of the Library will be set up at the library on Emmons Road to give peo­ ple a free chance to practice their putting. Volunteers are still needed for several time slots. For more information about this or other events from the Caledonia Branch of the Kent District Library, call them at 616-647-3840 or www.kdl.org click on library information for Caledonia. �The Sun and News. MtddleviHe. Ml September 16, 2003/ Page 13 Caledonia Kiwanis Club celebrates its charter Drew McFadden accepts the charter for the new Caledonia Kiwanis dub Patricia Johns Staff Writer More than 60 attended the celebratory meeting of the new Caledonia Kiwanis Club Thursday. Sept. II. in the banquet room at Rafealla's at Paganos. Though it was a solemn day filled with memorials to those who lost their lives on Sept. 11. 2001. it seemed appropriate to celebrate the beginning of a group pre­ pared to serve the Caledonia community. The club accepted an American flag presented to them by Caledonia American Legion Post No. 305 at the start of the meeting. President Drew McFadden thanked everyone, including representatives from eight West Michigan Kiwanis Clubs, for attending to help mark the occasion. He dedicated the club to serve the community. He thanked the members of the Drew McFadden, president of the new Caledonia Hastings Kiwanis Club, Kiwanis Club, thanks everyone for their assistance in which sponsored and encourmaking the club a reality. At left: Caledonia Township supervisor Bryan Harrison congratulated the mem­ bers of the new Caledonia Kiwanis club for their will­ ingness to serve the com­ munity. Need wedding invitations? Stop by and check out the large selection at J-Ad Graphics Printing Plus North of Hastings on M-43 Highway in the grey bam The Caledonia Kiwanis Club received gifts from the Hastings Kiwanis Club. Here Neil Brandl. Frank Campbell and Tom Kribs present Drew McFadden with a flag, bell and gavel. aged the Caledonia group. The Hastings club present­ ed McFadden with a bell, gavel and flag to be used at the Caledonia meetings. After all the pins had been presented. dinner was enjoyed. Members of the group took home their Tshirts as they prepared to work on their first communi­ ty project, the Fore-the Library, mini-golf fund rais­ er. Middleville;' Biqqest Block Sales’ Sept.20th 9AM - 5PM Bouman Dr.-Parmalee Rd.-Whitmewule at Parmalee Rd. & Riverside Lanebihf, ixtitfin Mier, poo! funiten, ixtifiit, chrch MWi, hwx trie tin. cum, but, bu4 tiw, ici fish iff thutf, utirtiismut tutu, enft itimj. 2000 Silu rth i/4 tu pieh up, tiilnh tin, huttr with mirrsr, cuch, chin, bhrum nt, nh flex ucreue . michiu, bibf items, crib, time brih clothiif Sc SOMETHING FOR FVFRYORF. OORT MISS THESE SAIFS . HEFFRON FARMS Since 1921 Heffron Farms has been proud of the products raised right on our farm! We take pride in providing you with high quality “Naturally Grown” meats that you will be proud to serve at your table! Our Newest Farm Market Is At... CALEDONIA CROSSINGS PLAZA 9028 N. Rodgers, Caledonia (616) 891-8555 Stop in at any of our Farm Markets: PLAINFIELD PLAZA CLYDE PARK PLAZA 1-96 and Plainfield Avenue 54th St and Clyde Park (616) 363-4175 (616) 534-4414 BELDING FARM MARKET (at the Farm) 7724 Ashley (616) 794-2527 “Bringing Our Farm To You.” �Page 14/The Sun and News. Middleville. September 16. 2003 Caledonia Township moving to establish utilities district by Ruth Zachary Staff Writer The‘Caledonia Township Board approved several actions proposed by Utilities Administrator Rich Pierson Sept. 3 toward establishing a new utilities district in the township. Eventually this is expect­ ed to include a $2.6 utility bond issue. Pierson, reporting to the board Aug. 20, said a chain of events need to occur in the proper sequence at the speci­ fied time in order for the whole project to go ahead. Several items were delayed in the required sequence by not approving all the items at that meeting, he said. This was likened to a domino effect by some board mem ben. A number of contracts were ratified by the board Aug. 20. Pierson said. However a contract with T & M Partners LLC. had not yet been signed. The reason for not approving all the items on the agenda had to do with a legal agreement with Garden Grove, recently acquired by T & M. Details of the transition and how they related to a separate contract for sewer installa­ tion with T & M were not fully clear to several board members. Because of that delay. Supervisor Bryan Harrison said the owner of Lepard Park and other users were being held up because they depend on the sequence and the expediting of a contract with T & M. upon which all other parts of the plan hinge. Also as a result, the board did not agree to set a date for selling bonds. Pierson sard this was the reason for three action items be was placing on the agenda for Sept. 3, including: 1. Approval to extend a contract with Caledonia Excavating to hold its bid. The old bid deadline for 120 days could not be met. He said he would try to secure an extension through Dec. 31 at the same price, and said there was a verbal agreement in place. He wanted authori­ zation to negotiate with Caledonia Excavation toward this end, which was approved. 2. A plan with Lepard Park for setting a public hearing on a special assess­ ment district could not be scheduled because it depend­ ed upon a given date for the sale of bonds. A previous contract becomes void if the bond sale does not occur. There is a dale after which the owners of the Lepard project feel they cannot go ahead, because of the winter weather. The township would be obligated to com­ plete pipe construction by Nov. 15. This will not now happen. Pierson said. WEB PRESS OPERATOR J-Ad Graphics, a full service print provider, is currently seeking an experienced Web Press Operator. This posi­ tion requires knowledge of the printing process in newspaper applications. Strong mechanical background/malntenance is a plus. We offer full-time employment with some required overtime and mini­ mal weekend hours. A comprehensive health benefits package and 401(k) retirement program. Will train those with minimum experience. Please send resume to J-Ad Graphics. Attn. Ernie Appleyard. RO. Box 188, Hastings. Ml 49058, or call (269) 945-9554.06572033 He said it was a sequenc­ ing issue. "You would not want to specially assess the property when you don’t have a bond bonds are sold. Pay back of old partners in a previous contract for the water system would terminate the town­ ship obligation connected "I think the project could be split, and these projects which are being held up could have gone forward, ... long ago." - Trustee Richard Robertson sale to deliver a share of ben­ efit which goes with the spe­ cial assessment. Once you specially assess, the assess­ ment is a lein on the proper­ ty subject to a 30-day appeal." It is not certain if the owner will re negotiate and reword a new contract with the township for this season. If able to move forw ard, a public hearing could be set for the same time as the bond sale. This contingency was approved. Similarly, Spring Valley, Broadview. and the Oppenhuizen contracts have an Oct. 1 deadline for bond sale, and will not have to make a payment. 3. A motion to instruct the township attorneys to amend the consent judgment with Garden Grove was approved Aug. 20. However, for some undetermined reason, the attorneys had not followed through and no negotiations had yet taken place, causing another delay. The sewer and water contracts had not yet been signed by T& M. The sewer contract stands alone, with no risks to the township, Pierson explained, with no bond sale. However the water con­ tract needs to be altered if no CHARTER TOWNSHIP OF CALEDONIA COUNTY OF KENT, MICHIGAN PUBLIC NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that on October 6.2003, at 7:00 p m., the Planning Commission of the Charter Township of Caledonia will hold a public hearing at the Caledonia Township and Village Hall, 250 South Maple Street. Caledonia Michigan, on a proposed ordinance to amend the Zoning Ordinance of the Charter Township of Caledonia If adopted, the amending ordinance would (1) amend Section. 7.5(a) of the Zoning Ordinance to provide that If any nonconforming tot in the R-l District was platted or oth­ erwise of record at the time of adoption of the current R-l minimum tot area and tot width provisions, such tot may be used for a single-family detached dwelling if rt has a minimum area of 15,000 square feet and a minimum width of 100 feet (2) amend Section 8 5(a) to provide that if any nonconforming tot in the R-2 District was platted or otherwise of record os of the effective date of the current R-2 minimum tot area and tot width provisions, then such tot may be used lor a singie-tomify detached dwelling if It has a minimum area of 7.500 square feet and a minimum width of 75 feet and (3) amend Section 9.5(a) to provide that if any nonconforming tot in the R-3 District was platted or otherwise of record as of the effective date of the current R-3 minimum tot area and tot width provisions, then such lot may be used tor a smgie-tomib detached dwelling if It has a minimum area of 7. 500 square feet and a minimum width of 75 feet: and (3) amend Section 9 5(a) to provide that it any nonconforming tot in the R-3 Drsfncf was plaited or otherwise of record as of the effective date of the current R-3 minimum tot area and tot width provisions, then such tot may be used tor a smgte-tomrty detached dwelling it It has a minimum area of 7.500 square feet and a minimum wxJth of 75 feet All interested persons may attend the public hearing and comment on the proposed amending ordinance Written comments concerning the amending ordnance may be submitted to the Township office, at the above-stated address up to the tme of the pub­ lic hearing with it. This needs to be worked out with T & M. as that agreement is planned to finance the payback. This had been planned all along, but is still contingent on completing the contracts with T&M, Pierson said. Harrison said he had been opposed to some elements of the process, but would not obstruct the plan at this point. A motion was made to have attorneys negotiate a contract with T&M to include wording for costs for payments, should the town­ ship not bond at this time. After discussion this was approved. Payback would have to be added to each water unit sold, increasing the cost. "If there is no bond sale, for every $4,000, $2,200 of that must go toward the pay­ back," Pierson explained. The attorneys could deal with the paperwork, to be implemented in the event the bond sale did not come together. Trustee Larry Stauffer asked, "Why are we talking with T&M if there is a possi­ bility the rest isn't going to go?" He called the plan a house of cards, which if one thing failed the whole thing wouldn't work. He said the whole process should be aye or nay, because at this point it could cost more than origi­ nally thought. Treasurer Jill Cardwell explained that the township was borrowing money from T&M for the water transfer buyout, funding the money to build the water mains. The contract would arrange to *'chigk* PUBLIC HEARING NOTICE Ptease be advised the Village of Middleville Planning Commission will hold a public hearing on October 7.2003, at 7 p.m. in Village Offices. 100 East Main Street. Middleville. Michigan The purpose of this hearing wifi be to consider a proposed land division ordinance to bring the Village into compliance with the Michigan Land Division Act. A copy of the proposed ordinance may be examined during regular business hours 9 a m -6 p.m.. at the Vffloge office Any interested person may attend the hearing and offer comments to the Planning Commission or may write to the Commission in advance of the Hearing at the address noted above. Dated: September 11.2003 06S71963 Some of her time is pay them back a portion. The contract would be reworded charged to the fire depart­ "so that if we don't bond to ment when she attends those fund the water transfer, then duties. Trustee Wally Bujak said rather than paying T&M $4000 for every unit, we some of the duties of fire would pay back $1700-plus." chief are to process all relat­ This would limit the town­ ed paperwork, and didn't ship liability. it was understand why the clerks department was .involved. explained. Harrison concurred, men­ The contract in case the bond sale does go through tioning this as one reason for has been approved, but T& going with a full-time fire M has not signed it. If it does chief. Harrison said he would not go through, another con­ continue working with staff tractual option is needed. Trustee Richard to find a solution for the Robertson said he did not problem The board would agree that the whole utility­ like to avoid hiring another expansion plan should have full-time staff member. Addressing a seasonal to be approved at one time. "I think the project could public interest. Caledonia be split, and these projects Township will conduct an which are being held up annual leaf drop-off program could have gone forward. ... on Oct. 18 and 25. as well as long ago." He specified that four weekends m November Spring Valley. Lepard Park in the Campau/ Kettle Lake and Bnghtside Church proj­ area. ects could have gone for­ ward. The water systems could have been kept sepa­ rated until negotiations with T& M. Financing could have then been worked out to pay back the water transfer agreement. Robertson said the MEETING NOTICE impression had been given A Regular Meeting of the Charter Township of Caledo^a that the transfer would be Board of Trustees will be held funded especially by Garden beginning at 7:00 p.m on Grove and Oppenhuizen. but Wednesday, September 17. he disagreed that this was 2003. at the Caledonia Township-Village Hall. 250 Maple neccesary. Street. Caledonia. Michigan Harrison said, given the Note Individuals with disabilities board had already approved may request auxiliary aids and a less desirable contract, and services for the meeting by con tacting the township Clerk at this improves the contract, (616) 891 0070. he would support it. This TENTATIVE AGENDA action was also approved. 1. CALL TO ORDER/ROLL In other business earlier CALL. 2. PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE this month, the township dis­ INVOCATION cussed the previously sup­ AND 3. CONSIDERATION OF THE ported increased staff hours MEETING AGENDA to be used in the assessor’s 4. PUBLIC COMMENT (BRIEF). department. 5. APPROVAL OF CONSENT Administrative Assistant AGENDA. Elaine Veltman was sched­ A Minutes of the September 3. uled for 10 hours per week, 2003 Meeting B Correspondence Not requir most to occur on Wednesdays. De Palmer was mg Board Action C Approval to Pay Bills also to put in hours, which D. Treasurer s Report were not yet specified. E. Utilities Report F. Building Department Report Tuesdays were expected to G. Fire Department Report be the best, but other duties 6. INQUIRY OF CONFLICT had interfered, she said. OF INTEREST. Fridays would work, but the 7. REPORT FROM BOARD OFFICERS AND STAFF. office hours end after noon. 8. CORRESPONDENCE. Trustee Richard 9 UNFINISHED BUSINESS. Robertson said he did not A 2nd Reading Ordinance to believe Palmer was obligated Amend Ordinance for Stauffer to work for the fire depart­ Cove B Consider Garden Grove ment. Consent Judgment Amendment Ray Peters Secretary Village Planning Commission PLANNING COMMISSION OF THE CHARTER TOWNSHIP OF CALEDONIA 06671947 CALEDONIA TOWNSHIP C. Consider Revision to T&M Water Contract D Consider Revision to T&M Sewer Contract E Consider Bond Authorizing Resolution for Capital Improvement Bonds F. Motion to Set Date tor Cherry Valley Public Heanng G Motion to Accept Bid Extension With Caledonia Excavating to Dec. 31,2003 H Authorize Acquisition of Easement for Bond Issue Projects (Consumers Energy $6,000 00). 10. NEW BUSINESS A. Purchase of New Tax Administration Software B CoHectton of Village Taxes C POW MIA Recognition Day - Resolution. D Cable TV Public Access Channel - Independent Non Profit Corporation E Cable TV Public Access Channel - Authorize Drafting of Operational Contract 11. BOARD COMMENTS. 12. PUBLIC COMMENT (EXTENDED). 13. ADJOURNMENT. �The Sun and News. Middleville. Ml September 16. 2003/ Page 15 From Our Readers Local Citizens Speak Out On Issues Check out library ‘golf holes’ To the editor: As Caledonia moves to build a new, larger library the fund-raising efforts by the Friends of the Library cont i n u e . Mammoth amounts of volun­ teer time and effort have gone toward the current “FORE Our Library” minia­ ture golf fund-raiser. Now it’s time for the com­ munity to show their support. Play a round or two and sup­ port a good cause — and make some family memo ries. Encourage (or chal­ lenge) neighbors and friends! The money will be put to a good cause! It is through these efforts that we can min- VILLAGE OF MIDDLEVILLE SYNOPSIS VILLAGE OF MIDDLEVILLE. MICHIGAN COUNCIL MEETING MINUTES AUGUST 26, 2003 The regular meeting of the Village of Middleville Michigan Council was called to order at 7:03 pm by Mr Lon Myers. Council President of the Village of Middleville. Michigan, in the Council Chamber of the Village Hall Members present Mr Floyd Bray. Mrs Dorothy Corson. Mr William Kenyon. Mr Michael Lytle, Mr Lon Myers. Mr Charles Pullen and Mrs Marilyn VandenBerg Minutes of the August 06. 2003, August 14. 2003 and August 19. 2003 meet ings were approved as written. The Agenda was approved as amended. Mr. Clair Miller submit­ ted the monthly Earth Tech report. ACTIONS TAKEN 1 Adopted Resolution #03022, Amend the Middleville Village Code of Ordinances Re­ lated to Residency of Members of Planning Commission. Housing Commission and Zoning Board of appeals, on a motion made by Mrs VandenBerg and supported by Mr Lytle Roll call vote result­ ed in all Ayes. 2. Approved the invoices dated August 18, 2003 and August 22, 2003 in the amount of $133,794.33. on a motion made by Mr Pullen and supported by Mrs VandenBerg 3. Agreed to retain Mr Groes­ beck, as a Consultant. for six months at a total fee of $1000 on a motion made by Mr Pullen and supported by Mr Lytle. 4 Agreed that Department Heads should report to Mr Myers during the interim between Village Managers on a motion made by Mr. Lytle and supported by Mr Bray 5 Authorized a pay increase for Linda Smith. Administrative Assistant, from $8 00 per hour to $8 75 per hour, effect immediate­ ly. and to allow flexibility in hours at the discretion of the Village President on a motion made by Mr Pullen and supported by Mr Kenyon 6 Granted Thornapple Town ship tentative approva, to use a Crane Road site tor training tac»l tries pending paperwork and finalized agreements contingent upon transfer of deed of current TTES building when vacated to Village of Middleville on a motion made by Mr Bray and supported by Mr Pulen The motion earned 6 1 with Mrs Corson voting agams*. the morion 7 Adjourned the meeting at 8W p m on a morion made by Mr Bray and supported by M' Kenyon Respecriu'iy submitted Rhonda L Ftsk. Clerk The complete text of the minutes may be read at the Vtftage Han between the hours of 900 a m and 5 00 p m . Monday through Friday •■nm imize the impact on future taxes. A great deal of apprecia­ tion goes to the companies who have sponsored holes, and the volunteers willing to give their trine to help this cause. It is hoped you will support these companies. The course will be open Friday from 5 to 8 p.m.. Saturday and Sunday from noon to 8 p.m. The associated auction of the actual holes — and ocher donations offer other ways to show your support. It will be great to see the community step forward and support this project and. by so doing, sup­ port the new library. Enc Longman. Caledonia VILLAGE OF CALEDONIA Summary Minutes of the Regular Meeting of the Village of Caledonia September 8, 2003 Revised CaH to Order at 700 p.m Pledge of Allegiance. Present: Erskine. Bierletn. Maviglia. Audy. Unger, Penfold. Zandstra. Regan & Ayers Absent: None Public Comment: None Written Correspondence Approval of Consent Agenda: Morion to approve by Unger, supported by Bierietn. AM ayes, motion carried Inquiry of Conflict of Interest: Township Liaison Report: Independence Day Committee needs to meet for final approval of bills. Village Manager Report: 1. Kent County Board of Commissioners seeking citizens interested in appointment to County committees for 2004. 2. Updated council with infor­ mation regarding the Townships Fire Bam, tor possible purchase 3. Submitted bids for the paving of the WWTP drive Motion by Unger to accept Mark's Asphalt, supported by Audy. Morion carried with 1 Nay. 4. Tom Landman property Council agreed that we should take further legal action tor the clean up ot 228 Johnson St Presidents Report: Old Business: None. New Business: A Kent County s PTAS pro­ gram review by Village Treasurer. Motion by Maviglia. to have Caledonia Township bill our real and personal taxes, supported by Audy All Ayes, morion earned B. Council postponed action on the Rails to Trails (pavement markings from Mam to Lake on Kinsey) for a special meeting next month. Morion carried C. Dan Erskine read the POW1UIIA Recognition Day Resolution R018-03 for September 19. 2003. Public Comment: Duane Ruthig. Caledonia Elevator tnanked the counal tor postpon tng action on the Rais to Traits Clarence Slaughter asked why we don't ask tor pubfcc comment on resolutions Council Comments: Erskme asked about the cable channel ano equipment Discussion about why the channel s not on the ar and what kind of sabotage was done to the equipment Communication with the Townstkp wW help answer ques rions Meeting Adjourned at 7:55 p.m. Respectful submitted Sandra Ayers. Clerk MS7W1T Local businesses need support To the editor: 1 would like to respond to the letter in the Sept 9 Sun and News about "useful" stores in Middleville. Though I am not a fan of dollar Mores, lots of people are. and love to see one come into town. It would be nice to see all types of business men­ tioned in the article, such as hardware, baker), full-serv­ ice grocery , pharmacy and card shop, florist, restaurant health food More, pet supply and gift shop, but the ques­ tion isn’t what we’d like to see. what are we willing to support? I must defend some of our local businesses. Did you know that Phil's and Faro’s both have a sit-down dining area and a menu for food other than pizza? And the Midtown Caf6 is open from early moming until late evening, and they offer not only soup and sandwiches, but also a moming drive-up service? Then we have the Thomapple Kitchen for breakfast and daily specials and the Middle Villa Inn, with a full menu as well as daily specials. Have you ever taken time in visit the business that are here? I can only assume by the comment about “full­ service” grocery store and pharmacy that they’re not offering something last week’s letter writer would like to see. Has she ever taken the time to talk with someone at that business and request additional services or products? I've live in the Middleville area for 24 years and I've seen several businesses come and go. Some, probably most, of those that are gone now have left for lack of sup­ port. I also understand that it can be frustrating when some local business don’t carry the items that you’d like to see, but it’s hard to carry the inventory when you can't get the support you need to keep the business running at an efficient level. I take personal interest in the comment that it would be nice to have it gift shop in town. We do have one — Expressive Shirts & More on Main Street carries all kinds of gifts, including a full line of NASCAR, John Deere and Coca Cola items, Michigan and Michigan State, yard spinners, wind chimes, fig­ urines, T-shirts and sweat­ shirts. 1 also know that the owner tries io carry as many items as possible to handle customers' request. So m answ er to sour com­ ment. "If anybody is interest­ ed. We are out here and we are spending our money everywhere but Middleville Yes. we are all interested and Would appreciate any feed­ back that you may have. We are trying our best, but we need your help to work together to offer the best mix of services and products that you are looking for. Debbie Blough. Expressive Shirts & More. Middleville �Page 16/The Sun and News. Middleville. September 16. 2003 Holland and Hastings turn Trojans' eyes to districts A week of three tough contests has the Thornapple Kellogg varsity boys’ soccer team looking towards the end of the season. “Since we've already lost two in conference, we’re focusing on districts. They're our whole purpose right now," said Trojan coach Todd McCrumb Even with only a couple losses, it will be hard to stay in the hunt in the O-K Gold this season. Contests against Holland Christian and Hastings last week didn't go the Trojans' way “Holland Christian was a very good team." said McCrumb. “They were rock solid. They had no weak­ ness.” The Trojans were hosted by the Maroons on Tuesday, and fell 4-0. Despite the lopsided score. McCrumb said his team played well. The Trojans had chances on the Maroons’ net. but missed the goal. Holland Christian did­ n’t miss its chances. ‘’They had one kid who could do anything he wanted with the ball,” said McCrumb The Maroons HOURS: M-Ih 5am-9pm; Fri. 5am-8pm Sat. Kam-2pm; Sun.9am-3pm 9175 Cherry Valley, Ste. K Caledonia. 891-2994 play on an artificial surface, like the Trojans, and use it to their full ads antage. Thursday s game at TK. against Hastings, was a much more evenly matched affair. In fact, the game was decided in overtime where Hastings took a 3-2 victory on a goal by Aaron Fortier. “It was a great game.” said McCrumb “Both teams played awesome.” The Trojans took a 1-0 lead on a goal by Eric Smith, with an assist going to Mark Mejeur. but Hastings tied it at one before the half. In the second half, it was the Saxons taking a 2-1 lead, but this time TK came back to tie things up on a penalty kick by Edwin Cubas. “I think the problem was that we were very confident going in.” said McCrumb. “We weren't quite ready for it. and they caught us off guard." The Trojans saved their best game of the week for last, when they hosted East \ 2003 Chevy Truck S More . BLOW-OUT! v Jared Smith works the ball through the midfield on Thursday against Hastings. (Photo by Perry Hardin) Kentwood in the first Saturday night game at Bob White Stadium. The Trojans responded after failing behind 0-1 in the opening minutes. “(East Kentwood) is a really good team. We went in with the idea of no stress.” said McCrumb. “I told the kids to go out and have fun.” Ryan Weesie tied things up for TK. and the two teams battled it out in the midfield the rest of the way. Smith was moved from the midfield into the goal, with the Trojans top two goalies out of the line up. and Phil Vanspronsen. Joe Vanspronsen. and Ryan Fletke taking over the duties in the center of the field. “We're trying people out all over the place.” said McCrumb. “The plan is not necessarily what’s best for that next game." Now. the Trojans just want to get everybody back and be ready for the end of the season There is still plenty of OK Gold action to go though. TK visits Wayland Tuesday, then South Christian Thursday. September 18. TK’s Corey Gilbert finds some room and heads up field against Hastings (Photo by Perry Hardin) Some things are meant to be a certain way... 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Freshman Rebeccca Winchester was sixth in 20:51, junior Kaleigh Page was seventh in 21:09. sophomore Chaney Robinson was 12th in 21:48 and senior Aubrey Raymond rounded out the scoring by taking 17th in 22:46. one second ahead of Kersta Gustafson, who was 18th in 22:47. Jessika Rcil finished 19th in 23:03. Jayne Kennicut won the individual championship in the girls’ jayvee meet with a time of 23:08. For the boys, Chris Harkness led the Trojans by taking fourth in 18:24. Alex Robinson was ninth in 19:08. Tim Wilson 20th in 20:23, Andy Dombrowski 21st in 20:29 and Brian Cuneo 26th in 20:53. Coldwater won the boys’ meet with 25 team points, Eaton Rapids sec­ ond with 52, Jackson Northwest third with 73, Middleville had 80, Mason tilth with 122 and Brooklyn Columbia Central 192. The Middleville girls won the Yankee Springs Invitational Monday after­ noon, Sept. 8, besting O-K Gold Conference chal­ lengers Wayland, South Christian and Caledonia. They scored 55 team points, Wayland was run­ ner-up at 69. South Christian third at 77, Caledonia fourth at 102 and Lake wood fifth among the 11 teams that had at least five runners to finish the race. Lakewood and junior standout Corey Thelen won the boys' race. Coach Jim Hassett’s Vikings won as a team with 68 points, three ahead of South Christian and 19 better than third place Wayland. Caledonia was fourth and Hastings 11th with 292 points. Thirteen teams fin­ ished the boys’ contest. Middleville coach Tammy Benjamin noted her girls weren’t at full strength because they were missing junior Natalie Hoag, who has been hav­ ing ear infection problems. Yet they too three of the top six places and six of the top 24. ••We ran well," acknowl­ edged Benjamin, though she said she believes her legions can do even better. % 19 TK’s Rebecca Winchester (148) leads teammate Jessica Stortz (147), and Caledonia’s Tricia Miedema (116) along the path of the TK Invitational. Kendra Ross Middleville has a proud tradition to live up to. It won three consecutive state championships until failing to get out of region­ al* last season. The Trojans just might be back on the path to one of the elite in the state the way they ran Monday afternoon in sweltering temperatures above 85 degrees. Freshman Rebecca Winchester once again proved she’s the second best newcomer in this area, finishing second to the first best freshman. Wayland’s Jessica Armstrong. Armstrong won the race in 19:28, her first sub-20-minute per­ formance ever. Winchester came in at 19:58, also her first time in that elite mile­ stone. Her supporting cast did a fine job. Junior Kaleigh Page checked in with a fine 20:34 to take fifth and sen­ ior Jessica Stortz, still working out the kinks from serving in Army boot camp this summer, was only two second behind Page in sixth. Sophomore Chaney Robinson was 17th in 22:00 and senior Aubrey Raymond was 25th in 22:25, only about a second faster than team­ mate Kersta Gustafson. The victory avenged the Trojans’ second-place per­ formance behind Wayland Aug. 23 at the Wayland Invitational. Though there were some bright spots. Caledonia coach Ellen Dykstra Wilcox said her Caledonia group has a lol of work to do. Senior Tricia Miedema. perennial state qualifier and O-K Gold individual champion last October, finished fourth in 20:15. Sophomore Kendra Ross was the brightest spot of the day for the Fighting Scots, as she took seventh in 20:46. her personal best ever by 25 seconds. Brandi Victory checked in 23rd in 22:17, followed by Stephanie Maxim at 23:04 and Nikki Muuse. In the boys' race. Thelen won in 16:26 without much competition. Caledonia finished a dis­ tant fourth in the team derby with 142 points. The Scots were led by Kirk Post. 15th in 18:05; Jon Goebel, 20th in 18:14; Frank D'Amico, 24th in 18:30; Travis Sutter, 48th in 19:18,m and Mike Schmidtke 43rd. Caledonia’s Frank D Amico (right) pushes himself the final few feet at last Monday s TK Invitational. (Photos by David T. Young.) DeKleine DeKIeine BUILDERS Middleville Condominium Development • • • • • Two bedroom units starting at $129,000 Cathedral ceilings Daylight basement Beautiful wooded setting - units available now. M-37 South to Main, east to site Open Thursdays 3- 5 P.M. or by appointment **Limited time special FREE Sunroom — call for details** East Town Homes Open Thursdays 3- 5 P.M. or by appointment • Own an affordable townhouse in Middleville, MI • Easy carefree living - no outside maintenance • 2 or 3 bedrooms, 1 or 2 baths, 3 levels of living space Starting at *93,900 0% down* to qualified buyers Why rent when you can own? 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Jon Kraft tied things up at 1-1 in the first half for Caledonia, then the teams battled through the second half and the first over time scoreless. The Scots out shot the Bulldogs 19-7 in the contest, but were unable to complete­ ly solve the Byron Center defense and keeper Ryan Butkus. Andrew Schachermeyer had seven saves for Caledonia. Caledonia's Ryan Rogers clears the ball out of the Fighting Scot end against Wyoming Park. (Photo by Brett Bremer) 500 ARLINGTON ST. (M-37) MIDDLEVILLE ■ < rxr txt t WOHOi 269-795-3550 ft shows "SETTIN THE PACE" l^/VO//ne they know.w iPiifiLL SAVINGSComplete Auto Care Specialist $2000 OFF s2000 OFF H \ FRONT & REAR SET OF ANY W brakes wth rmrr NAPA PREMIUM PREMIUM TIRES:ig^BRAKE PADS COMPUTERIZED I 4 WHEEL ALIGNMENT $4999 On most makes & models Fighting Scot defender Mark Ward goes up for a header as his teammates wait for the ball to come out of the air. 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September 16, 2003 Trojans go to 3-0 with first turf victory The Trojan football team took to its new turf for the first time Friday night, as they knocked off Hastings 41-6. nestled on 4 acres with 4 bedrooms and 2 baths Convenient to Grand Rapids or Hastings on a paved road 2 stall attached garage. 36x58 pole barn with new concrete floor, underground sprinkler system. TK schools $179,900 Call Roxanne Bouchard (269) 945-9773 R 23. REMODELED FARM HOUSE gjh GREEN RIDGE Realty yjjWy WITZ. EL § ASSOCIATES 400 West State Street. Suite A - Hasting* (Temporary Location) (800) 948-8128 by Brett Bremer Sports Editor The Trojans burst onto their new turf for the first time Friday night, and never slowed down in topping the Hastings Saxons 41-6. “It was just a special night.” said Trojan coach Tim Penfield. “This rivalry is fabulous. It's just gonna take right off and be great.” Almost everything was great for the Trojans. Offensively, the Trojans amassed 416 yards of offense. TK scored a touchdown on special teams. The Trojan defense didn't allow Hastings offense any closer to the end zone than the TK 44-yard line. The TK’s Scott Brooks (20) gets a hand on Saxon quarterback Andy Kelly (8). forcing him to throw the ball away out of bounds on a third-and-long play in the second quar ter. as Andrew Reeder (right) rushes in to help Brooks was the Trojan leader with nine tackles on the night. (Photo by Brett Bremer) Trojan running back Darrin Tape (1) lets right tackle Jamie Sanford (58) lead the way around the end against Hastings. (Photo by Brett Bremer) Saxons gained that ground on their first drive of the ball game. TK’s speed would have been evident on a grass field, but the new field just gives them that little bit extra. Darrin Tape, the fastest of the fast for the Trojans, scored four touchdowns, two on the ground, one through the air. and one a 66-yard punt return to end the night's scoring. Adam Loveless led the Trojan ground game with 169 yards on 18 carries, and Josh Eldridge completed six of his 12 pass attempts for 70 yards. Penfield knows that the speed is just as important to his defense as it is to his offense. A number of times. Trojan defenders had their hands on Saxon running backs and QB Andy Kelly in the backfield. The Saxons' deepest drive into Trojan territory ended because running back Drew Bowman was stuffed behind the line on first-and-IO at the Trojan 44. Then, on the next play. TK linebacker Scott Brooks forced the Saxons into a third-and-very long by sacking Kelly 10 yards behind the line of scrim­ mage. TK won the turnover bat­ tle, three to one. Eldridge and Mike Gurski each inter­ cepted a pass, and Cody Nieder picked up a fumbled Saxon snap. The only problem the Trojans had was the fact that the football got to check out the new turf too closely a couple of times. “We were a little sloppy tonight,” said Penfield. TK fumbled a pair of snaps, and the Saxons only points of the contest came in the first quarter when an option pilch got away from TK. Hastings’ Brandon Johnson saw the ball bounce cleanly off the turf into his hands. He took it in full stride down the west sideline to tie the contest at 6. After Joe Wenger fell on a squib kick at the 50-yard line, it only look the Trojans 5 plays to score on a 17-yard run by Adam Loveless. Loveless then added the twopoint conversion to put TK ahead 14-6. The Trojans were off anti, running. Tape was the only player to hold the ball in the end zone the rest of the way. scoring four times. The Trojans were penal­ ized nine times in the game, seven times the offense com mined penalties. That's the difference between Hastings and TK. The Trojan offense can make up for those kiiuL of errors, where as the Saxons’ methodical style can not. “We’re not a big play offense,” said Hastings' coach Kyle DeHom. "We’re trying to control the ball, and hope we break one.” Small mistakes won’t be forgiven as easily this Friday when the Trojans visit Wayland. “They probably rival our team speed a little bit,” said Penfield. Both teams arc 3-0, and 20 in the O-K Gold, but nei­ ther team has really been tested yet. In the league TK has beaten Hastings and Holland Christian. Wayland has wins over Hastings and Wyoming Park. Hastings, Wyoming Park, and Holland Christian are a combmed 0-9 so far. JPJPFJP $09 Coolant Flush $09 Trans Flush ■4 500 ARLINGTON ST. (8-37) ■<1 795-3550 on site at: F^TITItItITIT^ Look for TRESi settin the pace - Vafrotoe g= » �The Sun and News. MtddteviHe. Ml September 16, 2003. Page 21 Nearly 100 runners tame trail at Heritage Day race Kolodizicizyck 24:08; Loyd Elwood 28:39 Female 60 & Over: Sharon Schondelmayer 26:27 Race organizer Susan ' by Patricia Johns Staff Writer This year’s Heritage Day 5K run/walk attracted 90 participants who enjoyed a slightly new route and a fin­ ish line at the new Stagecoach Park Gazebo. The overall male winner was Mike Hennessev. Delton: 17:28 The overall female wnner was Ashley DeWildt, Wyoming, Ml: 19:52 Other finishers in their age catergories are: Male 14 & Under: Trevor Oseland 20:42: Taylor Muller 23:34; Eric Treadwell 24:06; Lee Christensen 25:02; Austin Schoen 26:19; Jordan Timm .30:36; Ryan Maclxod 32:37; Camden MacLeod 39:59. Female 14 & Under: Audrey Hoag 26:55; Alecia Strumberger 26:55; l-auren Bush 34:13. Male 15-19: David Peterson 17:46; Zach Hall 21:53. Female 15-19: Victoria Stanton 23:37. Male 20-24: John Farrell 17:59; Mike Bashlor 18:56 . Female 20-24: Only entrant was overall female Ashley DeWildt Male 25-29: Robert Knapp 17:50; Ross Campbell 21:54; Joshua Young 28:40. Female 25-29: Laura Knapp 20:02; Stephanie Lieber 24:52; I .aura Boge Vlietstra is excited about the growth of this event. The change to the course allow­ ing the finish at the gazebo makes the course more of a celebration. Written Labor Warranty Quality work at competitive prices Senior Citizen Discounts Licensed and Insured RESIDENTIAL ROOFING SPECIALIST Tear-offs & Re-roofs Runners line up for the start of the annual Heritage Day race. (Photo by Patricia Johns) 25:43. Male 30-34: Ross Sprague 19:51; Jim James 21:29: Mike Nickels 23:14. Female 30-34: Lin James Nickels 21:54; Shae France 24:54; Jennifer Morawski 30:42; Kathy Kim 31:39. Male 35-39: Troy Carrier 18:06; Brett Schroder 18.10; Tom Strumberger 1X25; Phil Haney 21:42; Steve Collins 21:51; Eric Timm 23:48; Kendrew Mueller 24:16; Joseph Bruinsma 29:50. Female 35-39: Gena VanderMeulen 21:45; Kris Ward 23:52; Corinne Stn’mberger 24:38; Donna Evans 28:47; Lisa Berryman 28:52; Carol Polich 28:56 Male 40-44: William Warren 19:39; Tom Dean 20:27; larry Jachim 22:03; Mark Christensen 22:55; Steven Harcourt 24:59; Mike Schoen 26:15; Phil Krey 27:22. Female 40-44: Tammy Benjamin 21:07; Louise Herrick 21:16; Barbara Oseland 21:50; Mary Schilling 29:49 Male 45-49: Eric Olsen 18:53; Tom Wilcox 19:41; George Sleeper 20:22; Larry Hayes 20:45; Bill Thole 22:14; Forrest Evans 23:27. Female 45-49: Ellen Dykstra Wilcox 21:14; Roxanne Potter 26:50; Gen Damm 30:49. Male 50-54: Mike Bremer 22:10; Wayne Gould 22:18; Bernard Reser 23:54; Tom Basarabski 24 33; Bob Stevens 25:19. Female 50-54: Judy Lemon 33:12. Male 55-59: Bill Wright 23:16; Pat Purgiel 24:01 Female 55-59: Nancy Jones 24:47 Male 60 & Over: ALL STAR ROOFING Call us for a frvv Professional Estimate „_______(616) 877-4253________ Chad YOUR CHOICE 2003 Chevrolet Silverado SS Loaded. 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SXCML-MtfA’P • M season Derranoe • Qua noe • " aeefi Tug • 6 war Teaaear txbqot rec warty • W the soad • im Sanai 17171*13................... *61.79 18178*14........... m 78814 *69.46 *73.09 FRONT END ALIGNMENTS 188 85815 21815*15 *79.4! 205 68815 ‘76.8: 285 78815 *74.5! 218 7M15 *81.51 27578*15 *90.21 735 7H15 21888*11 21188811................. *84.01 2718® II........ pmmii OIL FILTER & LUBE *91M $ “I *JSS (up to 5 quarts With NAPA fibers) TRANS TUNE FRONT OR REAR BRAKES (Most cars and hght truci With NAPA pads or shot - FRONT STRUT JOB WITH ALIGNMENT (Most cars) . . .................................................................... $298S $69IW S59SS s19588 M Wilder’s Tire & Auto Service 818 E. Clinton St., Hastings 269-948-2192 CENTER i �Page 22/The Sun and News, Middleville. September 16. 2003 Help Wanted Help Wanted Help Wanted APARTMENT MANAGER or team needed for small apartment community in Ca­ ledonia / Du tton area. Parttime position, preferably live. On-site duties include leasing apartments, paper­ work, resident relations, col­ lections, apartment turn­ over and grounds work (ba­ sic tools required). Apply on site, M/W/F, llam-2pm. Mail resume to: Bnttany, 321 Woodland Pass, Suite 100, East Lansing, MI 48823 or fax to (517)337-8345. CLERICAL HELP WANT­ ED: Part-time employment w/experience in accounting and computer skills. Ap­ prox. 20hrs per week. May­ nard's Water Conditioning 9980 Cherry Valiev. Caledonia (616)891-0303. ' AVON: representivie*- need­ ed. no minimum orders. No territories, no door to door required. Ind rep 1-800-2360041 DRIVER, additional CDL B drivers needed Looking for dependable customer service oriented person with chauf­ feurs, CDL-B, or CDL-A li­ cense. Good working envi­ ronment. (616)248-7729 PUBLISHER'S NOTICE: All rr*J KhfrtiMnf in Um new* paper it twbynl to ft* Fair Houunf Act ■nd the Michigan Cml Right* Act which collectively make it iltegal to advective “any pnelererxe. limitation or diacnnu nation ba*ed on race, color, religion. «e*. handicap, familial «tMua. national ongm. age or martial uatu*. or an intention to make any *och preference. limrtatMm or 4im nminatmn ~ Familial ctatuc mcludec children under the age of IR li'intt w,th parentc or legal lUModian*. pregnant women and people vecunng cuMndy of children under It TbM newtpaper will not knowingly accept any advert long for real eclair which i» in violation of the law <Xif reader* are hereby informed that all dwelling* advemte*! m thi* newspaper ■rr available cm an equal opportunity ttaan To report dice nminatxm call the Pan Homing t enter at 616-45 INK The HUD toll free telephone number for the hearing impaired i« I WOO 927 9275 J-AD GRAPHICS: A full service print prover, is cur­ rently seeking an experi­ enced Web Press Operator. This position requires knowledge of the printing process in newspaper appli­ cations. Strong mechanical background / maintenance is a plus. We offer full-time employment with some re­ quired overtime and mini­ mal weekend hours. A com­ prehensive health benefits package and 401 (k) retire­ ment program. Will train those with minimum of ex­ perience. Please send resume to J-Ad Graphics, Attn: Ernie Appleyard, P.O. Box 188, Hastings, Ml 49058 or call (269)945-9554. COLLECTORS WANTED: Experienced in all areas of collection, computer literate. Pay based on experience plus commission & a weekly bonus. Fax (616)940-2512 or call 1-800-530-9005 Mr Da­ vis. CALEDONIA: restaurant career opportunity. Manage­ ment & staff wanted to add to outstanding team. Com­ petitive wages. Please call (616)821-4373. BLACK TOPSOIL Screened or Unscreened Sand, Gravel, Crushed Concrete CUSTOMER SERVICE: GENERAL HELP NOW!!’ Above average starting pay. Local factory outlet is now­ hiring for immediate work. The company will train the inexperienced so call now, 866-693-2872 10am-5pm. No 3rd shift Farm FIELDS BRUSH-HOGGED, bv the hour or job. call Rog at (269)945-3476. Miscellaneous PRINT PLUS- Your printing center for all types of print­ ing. Check us out for a quote on vour print job. Call 9459105. Recreation '77 CHEVY BLAZER: 4x4, demolition derby I parts, $400 obo. '82 Honda ATC 90 3 wheeler (kids size), $395. (269)795-7099 BOXER PUPPIES: adoreable Boxer puppies for sale, AKC registered, championship bloodlines. Pedigree includ­ ed, 2 males- fawn with white collars, $400 each; 2 femalesfawn with white spots, $450 each. Will be ready to love the 1st of October, 1st shots & dew claw removal includ­ ed. (616)868-6693. Stumps, Clearing, Driveways 945-9554 or 1-800-819-1885 269-795-7830 YOUR ONE STOP WATER STORE -^Servicing Mr ^Brands for 29, Vrarsi~ Water Softeners. Iron & Odor Filter^ Purified Drinking Water Systems BEST PRICE, QUALITY, SERVICE Most Common Working Water Problems... Brad Smelker is heading into his third month as the new owner of the NAPA Auto Parts store in Caledonia. ence." he said. "That’s hope­ fully something more we have to offer...their experi­ ence." The store also has two delivery trucks for the local area, during business hours. We have a lot of items right on hand but if we don’t have something, we can often get special orders that same afternoon or the next day from our warehouse on Patterson (in Grand Rapids)." Smelker and his wife. Tina, have five daughters ranging in ages from 6 to 12. Between after-school activi­ ties with the kids and his two shops, he doesn’t have much free time, but he has had time to plan for a special event that’s happening today. The Caledonia NAPA store is holding a Customer Appreciation Day today. Tuesday. Sept. 16. from 10 am to 5 p.m. "We’re running quite a few specials, including 99cent qt. NAPA oil." explained Smelker. "(We have) giveaways and a live radio remote. " NAPA sponsors a Winston Cup car The show car is scheduled to be on dis­ play today (at the Caledonia store). NAPA is open MondayFriday from 8 a.m. to 6 p.m. and Saturday from 8 a.m. to 2 p.m. They arc currently closed on Sundays. For anyone who wanting to contact Smelker direct, he can be reached at 269-948 9696. For information about the Caledonia NAPA site. 9210 Cherry Valley. Suite B. call them at 616-891-7205. season by topping Hamilton TK’s varsity girls’ bas­ ketball squad suffered its first loss of the season last Tuesday, but responded to top old O-K Blue foe Hamilton on Thursday. Trojan sophomore Jessica Flaska poured in 26 points as TK topped the Hawkeyes 58-42. Stefanie Scott had eight points, six rebounds, and five assists for TK in the contest. Whitney Robertson and Holly VanderHeide each con­ tributed six points. The Trojans got back on the attack to take the win. In TK’s first two contests, both wins, the Trojans averaged over 30 free throw attempts. In the loss on Tuesday, TK went to the free throw line just 7 times. The Trojans shot 18 free throws against Hamilton. “We just came out a dif­ ferent team,” said TK coach Marcy Uyl of the contest against Otsego. “We needed to attack a lit­ tle bit better.” The Trojans didn’t han­ dle Otsego’s press very well, and were forced into 29 turnovers in the 65-44 loss. Flaska had 20 points, ten rebounds, and five steals to lead TK. The Trojan’s next highest scorer was Kristy Hall with seven. “We’re trying to get a lit­ tle more support to help her out,” said Uyl of Flaska. Brandi Campbell, who led the Trojans in scoring in the game prior to Otsego was out of the line up last week, but Uyl expects that she’ll be back soon. The Trojans take a h ip ID Holland Christian as O-K Gold play gets under way Tuesday. On Thursday, the Trojans host the win less Hastings Saxons. “We’d better be ready or we don’t have a chance,” said Uyl of the forth com­ ing O-K Gold season. BRUCE'S FRAME & ALIGNMENT • Hardness • Complete Frame Repair • Professional Color Matching Loaner Cars • Front End Alignment • Collision Repair • Glass Repair • Iron, Sulfur 8 Manganese — COUPON — Ask us about 6 MONTHS INTEREST FREE by Cathy Rueter Staff Writer What was once a compans owned business is now the second venture into the NAPA Auto Parts franchise for Brad Smelker of Hastings. Smelker took over the Caledonia NAPA Auto Parts next door to Ronda Tire in July. In addition to that site, he has been the owner of the NAPA store in Hastings since April 2000. Smelker. who is a gradu­ ate of Thomapple Kellogg, decided to purchase the Caledonia store because of its proximity to his home and other store in Hastings. Also, "we already had customers coming from (Caledonia), over here." he explained. "The goal is, for myself and our outside salesperson, to bring more personalized service (to the area)," he said. Smelker employs two staff members at the store. Jennifer Parks from Middleville has been with the Hastings store for the past four years and Bill Bailey from Alto, "has (somewhere between) 13 and 15 years auto parts experi- Call for TK girls gear up for Gold Classifieds DOZER WORK IW TK grad taking over Caledonia NAPA store Came in far a free rater test call... (269) 795-9596 All Makes and Models Visit our Showroom WATER CONDITIONING 9980 Cherry V<*ey. Caledonia (M-37) 1-888-891-0303 • 616-877-4339 All Insurances Welcome Owned and Operated by... Bruce Bender 415 2nd Street Middleville �The Sun and News. Middtevilte. Ml September 16. 2003/ Page 23 For Sale For Rent Garage Sale Business Services Business Senices Real Estate TWO WEATHER GUARD diamond plate low side tool boxes, fits 8' bed, $300; 2.2hp Mercury- outboard motor, $175. (616)891-1608, call after 5pm. LARGE 2 BEDROOM apartment with basement, close to schools, $500 mo. + utilities A deposit. <269)7957925 days. MIDDLEVILLE'S BIG­ GEST BLOCK SALES: 20 GARAGES, SEPT. 20TH, 9AM-5PM. BOUMAN DRIVE, PARMALEE RD, WHITNEYVILLE AT PAR­ MALEE A RIVERSIDE LANE. BIKES, EXTEN­ SION LADDER, POOL FURNITURE, ANTIQUES, CHURCH PEWS LAWN TRACTORS, CANOES, BOAT, BAN SAW, ICE FISHING SHANTY, EN­ TERTAINMENT CENTER, CRAFT ITEMS, 2000 SIL­ VERADO 3 4 TON PICK­ UP, RAILROAD TIES, DRESSER WITH MIRROR, COUCH, CHAIRS, BED­ ROOM SET, SOLO FLEX EXERCISl MACHINE, BA­ BY ITEMS, CRIB, NAME BRAND CLOTHING, SOMETHING FOR EV­ ERYONE, DON’T MISS THESE SALES! ALL STAR ROOFING: resi­ dential roofing specialists. Tearoffs. reroofs. Quality work at competitive prices. Written labor warrants, li­ censed & insured. Senior Citizen discounts. Call for a free professional estimate, (616)877-4253. HOME STYLE CON­ STRUCTION: new con­ struction, remodeling roof­ ing siding & decks. We do it all. Licensed & insured builder, Tom Beard. (616)795-4264 0 DOWN: No income verifi­ cation mtgs., B & P Inc., (269)945-3447 MIDDLEVILLE: 3 bedroom. 2 bath, finished basement, 2 stall garage, $650/mo. 4100 KIDS FIRST: Enriched child care center now enrolling for Crane Rd. Sherwood Realty, ages 0-12 years. F1A wel­ (616)241-0554. comed. Check out our many programs at our web site, ROOMS FOR RENT: $95 & $85 per week. For more info www.kidsfirstleamingplace. com (269)795-9055 License call, (269)795-6096. « DC.080096733. THORN-BARRY APART­ MENTS: 525 Lincoln Street TWO GIRLS AND A DAY­ Middleville. 2 bedroom CARE has 2 full time open­ apartments starting at $575. ing. Loving Christian atmos­ Please call (269)795-3889 to phere. M-50 & 84th St., Alto, schedule an appointment (616)868-7094 License » LK,41(X)82001 Garage Sale Child Care For Rent 3 BEDROOM IN WOODS! Alto/Lowell schools, 1-1/2 baths, deck, spacious apart­ ment, lake, $750 includes heat. Cats $10 (no dogs), M50/1-96 area, (616)8911840.(616)891-1840. CALEDONIA CONDO: with garage. Like new, gar­ den level walk out. Large open living dining, kitchen, 2 bedrooms, 2 baths, $795 + utilities A deposit. Possible lease with option. Cail Judi (269)79S-9454 CALEDONIA: elder assis­ tance or light maintenance. Separate apartment, furnish­ ed or unfurnished. Rent ad­ justed to duties, references required No smoking or pets (616)891-0104 1 DAY ONLY! Sports card blow out sale! All priced to sell. Complete sets, graded, rookies and insert cards. Al­ so selling Nascar, Star Wars & Starting Line-up collecti­ bles. Don't miss this one?! September 19, 8am-6pm. 509-1/2 Lem-Paul St., Mid­ dleville (269)795-1101 Automotive 2001 DODGE CUMMINS diesel 3500 series, Laramie SLT, 4wd, automatic, tow package, Texas truck, set up for goose neck/fifth wheel, 2 FREE GARAGE SALE with flatbed, also original box, $23,900. signs with your ad that runs pickup in any of our papers. Get (616)868-6683 or (616)292them at J-Ad Graphics, 1351 9311. N. M-43 Hwy., Hastings At 2001 SEBRING LXI: silver the front counter. exterior, dark gray interior, BIG SALE! Thursday & Fri­ one owner. In excellent con­ day, September 18th & 19th, dition, 4 door, air, CD play­ 9am-5pm Parmalee east of er, cruise, keyless remote, Whitneyville, 6794 Amber 39,000 miles, $12,700. Call Ridge Drive, Middleville. (269)948-7921 for more infor­ mation. GARAGE SALE: September Mobile Homes 18th, 19th, 20th, 9am-5pm. 11515 100th Street, Alto. 1972 MOBILE HOME FOR SALE: located in Maple HUGE FALL GARAGE SALE: Friday & Saturday, Grove Estates in Dorr. 12x60, 2 bedroom with 8x10 expanSeptember 19th & 20th, 9am5pm at Whitneyville & 84th do on living room. MUST SELL, MAKE OFFER. Call St. Follow' the signs to Woodland Forests. Tons of evenings (269)672-7167 or fall & winter clothes, books, (616)405-7608. CALEDONIA: Sharp 1 and 2 bedroom apartments in the country. Broadview Country Estates, M-37 just south of 84th St. $495 and $595 plus utilities. Includes enclosed garage. No dogs or cats. One montn security deposit. (One unit in farm house with toys and household items. fireplace). Call John, SmithGARAGE SALE: Diamond Realty, Caledonia HUGE 9148 84th St., between Office (616)891-2222, x233. McCords & Vincent. Friday CALEDONIA: Sharp 1 and & Saturday, September 19 & 2 bedrooms apartments in 20, 9am-5pm. We're down the country. Broadview sizing our household con­ Country Estates. M-37 just tents. Lots of knick-knacks, •.nuth Of S4th st $495 and floral arrangements, mens $595 plus utilities. Includes work uniforms, bedding & enclosed garage. No dogs or more. cats. One month sec. dep. INFANT­ (One unit in farm house with QUALITY fireplace). Call John, Smith- ADULT clothing, bikes, Lit­ Diamond Realty, Caledonia tle Tykes toys and others, toddler booster seat, mens Office. (616)891-2222 x233. garage stuff & small farm HALL FOR RENT: Caledo­ stuff. September 18th & 19th, nia Sportmans Club, newly 9am-6pm. 6920 Morris Lake, renovated. For information south of 68th St. call (616)891-1168. MUI TI-FAM1LY BARN HOUSE FOR RENT IN SALE: old stuff, new stuff, MIDDLEVILLE: 4 bedroom sports stuff, tools, ELVIS and with garage, no pets, $675 much more 7488 Duncan per month. (269)795-3550 Lake Rd. Middleville, followdays or (269)795-7445 nights signs. September 18th-20th, & w’eekends. 8am-6pm. GUTTER LEAF GUARD: We install several styles of leaf protection for your gut­ ter & downspout system, one for every problem & budget. Before you sign a high priced contract with the big city firms, get a price from us. We've served this area since 1959. BLEAM EA VESTROUGHING (269)945-0004 MIDDLEVILLE: 3 bedroom ranch, country setting, 2 acres, $800 per month. 616291-8358 Fortune Chef Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner Chinese Food and American Steak Seafood, Hamburgers, Sandwiches, & Salads (616)891-1388 A. ii * n. r S'^C)'rVC' ’ Caledonia Village Centre ■ A6am - 9nm ut MON-SAT SUNK™ 3pm We acvept all major < mht vanl» Annalaine’s NOW OPEN FOR DINNER STARTING SEPTEMBER 9 Tuesday and Thursday 8 a.m.-8 p.m. ] MONDAY & FRIDAY • 8 A.M. - 2 P.M. Homemade Soups In Memoriain STEVE (HUEY) LONG In loving memory of husband, father & son who left us 1 year ago today, September 20th, 2002. If love alone could have saved you, you never would have died. In life we loved you dearly and death we love you still. In our hearts you hold a place, know one else will ever fill. It broke our hearts to loose you, but you didn't go alone. Part of us went with you the day God called you home. Love and deeply missed, Sue, Todd & Brett, Wendall & Lucille Long. 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D O C WAC. OAC Best terms & best rate to qualified buyers. � https://barrycountyhistoryportal.org/files/original/25/713/SunandNews_2003-09-23.pdf 9c0ea014e3e6947f61d1e0c6443b4747 PDF Text Text 0W0W00 r . iodapy HASTINGS PUBLIC UBfW 121 N CHURCH ST HASTINGS Ml 49058 andNe Your Hometown Newspaper Serving Middleville and Caledonia Areas 132nd year Published by J-Ad Graphics, Inc. No. 39/September 23, 2003 Caledonia approves $2.65 million utility bond issue amendment, also agreed to in bv Ruth Zachary a 5-1 vote. Staff Writer Caledonia Township offi­ cials on Sept. 17 took sever­ Trustee Bill Bravata al actions establishing a new said the utilities proj­ public utilities expansion ect was a difficult and system, including a $2.65 divisive issue that had million 20 year bond issue and a controversial amend­ taken a lot of work. ment to a Garden Grove con­ He said these efforts sent judgment. had resulted in some The system will connect people villainizing several developments along those who were in the M-37 corridor to both favor of it, which he water and sewer to about 1/2 mile from the southern town did not appreciate, ship boundary. and called them Attorney James White "troublemakers." said the amendment to the consent judgment was relat­ In a separate contract ed to the purchase of Garden water agreement with T&M. Grove by TAM Partners. not connected to the consent The closing on the deal took judgment, certain details place on Sept. 17 after many were specified: negotiations, with a contin­ • The township is borrow­ gency that the township ing from T&M in a move to approve the amendment, pay back a previous water which included additional deal with other developer modifications to the consent partners. This allows the old judgment, as follows: agreement to be terminated. • A township stipulation A date for township interest would have the new Garden to begin on a loan by T & M Grove owner. T&M to the township for the water Partners, fund improvements contract was set. to the KXHh Street/M-37 cor­ • If T&M Partners enters ner including a traffic signal into an agreement with the and turn lanes. T&M wanted township to extend sewer, a cap of $50,(XX) on this, T&M would pay township which was agreed to by the legal fees related to utilities board in a 5-1 vote, with and for any amendments Trustee Richard Robertson they requested to the consent absent. judgment. • T&M wanted an exten­ • A clause was added to sion on an 18 month com­ the agreement, which staled mencement date of condo­ that by entering into the miniums. which had already agreement, and by agreeing expired, to start on the date to supply utilities, the town­ of the recording of the ship would not be required to agree to changes in densities in the development, nor would it be obligated to con­ sider future requests for increased densities. These points were agreed to by the board. The capital improvement bonds in the amount of $2.65 million was approved to be paid over 20 years. Payments would be made from special assessments. The referen­ dum period expired in August. The date of the bond sale was changed to Oct. 1. The first interest payment would be moved from Nov. 1. 2003 to May 1. 2004. Cardwell moved to approve the bond details depending upon acceptance of the T&M water and sewer contracts. A letter was pro­ duced stating an intention to sign the contracts. This was approved 4-2 with Supervisor Bryan Harrison and Trustee Wally Bujak opposed. A special assessment hear­ ing to set up an assessment district and roll was sched­ uled for the Cherry Valley Meadows and Woods devel­ opments (adjoining Lepard Park) on Oct. 15. The low bidder on the improvements. Caledonia Excavating, agreed to honor the bid prices through Dec. 31. with the changed date approved by the board. Acquisition of easements for the bond issue projects were approved. A portion of Disappearance of Gaines Twp. man viewed as suspicious The Kent County Sheriffs Department has now ruled the disappear­ ance of a Gaines Township man as suspicious. According to a recent report. Richard Leif Olson. 63. has been missing from his home since Thursday. Sept. 11. He was last seen | by his wife as he left to drive to the River Town i Crossings Mall in Grandville. There has been no communication with Olson by either immediate family, friends or extended family out-of-state since that time. In the report. Kent County Detective Al Roetman explained that a number of adults are reported as missing every year. He stales that in Rich Olsen most of these cases, a fam­ ily member or friend will eventually hear from the missing person. However, in the Olson case, as of yet. no one has called to report that they have seen or spoken to Mr. Olson Olson was last seen driving a tan 2001 Oldsmobile, Silhouette van. with Michigan license plate. 6ERN95. Olson is a white male with short gray hair. 5’-10" and 162 lbs. The Sheriff Department examined, by helicopter, the roadways that Olson may have taken that day This procedure is to deter­ mine if an accident scene is hidden from the road­ way and/or passing motorists No further infor­ mation has been forthcom­ ing in this investigation. Anyone with informa­ tion concerning Richard Olson is asked to call the Kent County Sheriff Department Detective Bureau at 616-632-6125, or the dispatch supervisor at 616-632 6352. the total budget included appraisals, and negotiations with Consumers and speci­ fied landowners along the new utilities district, to be handled by Rich Pierson, the utilities administrator. Bids will be solicited by other firms to negotiate addi­ tional acquisitions within the utilities district, not included in staff costs. Trustee Wally Bujak said he feared other amendment requests for higher densities would come to the board. He has consistently opposed the consent judgment and amendments to it, and voted against all parts of the pack­ age. although he was not specifically against many of the projects specifically. Bujak said the township had been told the Garden Grove legal action could possibly have been won. He said he was opposed to "zon­ ing by litigation." He said as a result of negotiations, the township was now required to make the effort to supply development south of 100th Street with utilities. He said because utilities were avail­ able. he expected future requests to be made for even greater densities. Bujak was also opposed to the bond issue. He said there was a risk that the annual pay back might or might not occur and was still the responsibility of the town­ ship. falling on the taxpayers either through the general fund or by special assess ment. He said the consultants had "failed to convince him the pay back schedule was going to work out." Treasurer Jill Cardwell stressed that Garden Grove was not funded by the bond issue passed later in the evening. She said the devel­ oper would pay for bringing the utilities to Garden Grove. See bond issue, pg. 15 All candidates eliminated Caledonia superintendent search continues by Cathy Rueter Staff Writer Caledonia Community Schools Board of Education will re-open its search for a superintendent. After conducting second interviews with superin­ tendent candidate finalists Dr. Janet Bums and Ron Archer at a special meeting last Wednesday, the school board unanimously deter­ mined that neither candi­ date met all of the desired criteria set forth by the community and board members. "It was decided that Caledonia Community Schools will re-open its search for a superintendent and have advised the con­ sulting firm Michigan Association of School Boards (MASB) to assist with the search," the school board said in a written statement. Informal meetings with Bums and Archer had been held during the day, fol­ lowed by formal interviews in which the board and those in attendance asked both candidates in-depth questions specific to the Caledonia community “Each candidate met with parent, student, admin­ istrative, central office, teacher and support groups,” the board said in the statement. Further information con­ cerning the superintendent search will be forthcoming, as subsequent data and can­ didates become available. Caledonia has been con­ ducting a search for a new The superintendent After second interviews with Mr. Ron Archer, search continues after shown here, and Dr. Janet second interviews with Burns, it was determined candidates, Dr. Janet that neither superintend­ Burns, shown here, and ent candidate "met the cri­ Mr. Ron Archer, failed to teria set forth by the com­ provide a "fit" to the posi munity and the Board of tion. Education.' Godwin of the Decatur superintendent since the School District was elimi­ retirement of Dr Douglas nated as a finalist. Archer Busman last spring. After is superintendent at Delton site visits to the superinten­ Kellogg Schools and Bums dant candidates’ current is from the River Valley school districts earlier this School District in Three month. Dr. Elizabeth Oaks In This Issue... • Freeport Fun Day offers family activities for a good cause • Gun Lake area homes tour set for Sunday • Zoning yo-yo at Thornapple Township • DDA works to complete Blueprint tasks �Page 2/The Sun and News, Mtdtfievrfle, September 23, 2003 Local libraries commemorate Banned Books Week The Thornapple Kellogg School and Community Library shows some of the books which have been banned or challenged in their Banned Books Week display. At the Caledonia Library patrons are invited to Stop Banned books Patricia Johns Staff Writer Displays in the Caledonia Public Library and the Thom apple Kellogg School and Community Library remind readers that Banned Books Week. Sept. 20-27 is a reminder to celebrate the freedom to read. This year's slogan is "open your mind to a banned book” and some readers might discover that books that they have read and enjoyed have been on a banned or challenged book list. Books on display include "The Bible," "Black Beauty.” “To Kill a Mockingbird." books in the Harry Potter series, the Captain Underpants series. 7Aveda The an and science of pure flower and plant essences Now scheduling full spectrum hair color system 97% naturally derived with sunflower, castor and jojoba oils. .* n<<X» tiidimiti d ttitumm I'm A< h «f ll>H and I limit I ttfiiHi tifilt I n tlh lanitum pat Lat-t Qjntempo gplon 616-891-1093 9351 Cherry Valley, Caledonia Village Centre and more. According to a press release issued by the American Library Association the Harry Potter series by J. K. Rowling tops the list of the most challenged books for 2002. Complaints about the book’s themes of wizardry and magic. The ALA office for Intellectual Freedom received a total of 515 reports of challenges in 2002 up 15 percent from 2001. The ALA defines a chal­ lenge as "a formal, written complaint, filed with a library or school requesting that materials be removed because of content or appropriateness.” Judith F. Krug, director of the Office of Intellectual ^^vQWtimate Spa W ft Skin Caite 1 W Great End of Summer specials nilx i FREE Toe Ring with j your paid spa pedicure Freedom, “the number of challenges reflects only incidents reported and for each challenge reported. 4 or 5 remain unreported. The books reported by pubic libraries, schools and school libraries reflect a variety of issues and themes. The most chal­ lenged books in 2002 in addition to Harry Potter are listed below with some of the challenges. The Alice series by Phyllis Reynolds Naylor, for being sexually explicit, use of offensive language and being unsuited to age group. "The Chocolate War” by Robert Cormier was the most challenged book of 1998. It continues to be challenged for the use of offensive languages and being unsuited to age group. Maya Angelou’s "I Know why the Caged Bird Sings,” continues to be challenged for sexual con­ tent, offensive language and violence. S.E. Hinton's “Taming the Star Runner" was chal­ lenged for the use of offen­ sive language. The “Captain Underpants" series by Dav Pilkey has been challenged for encouraging children to disobey authority. “The Adventures of Huckleberry Finn” by Mark Twain, a classic of American literature, contin­ ues to be challenged for themes of racism, insensi­ tivity and language. Katherine Paterson’s “Bridge to Terabithia" has been challenged for lan­ guage, sexual content and occult/Satanism. "Roll of Thunder. Hear My Cry” by Mildred D. Taylor has been challenged for insensitivity, racism and offensive language. Tenth on the list last year was “Julie of the Wolves" by Julie Craighead George for sexual content, language, violence and being unsuited to age group. According to the ALA at least 42 of the books on the Radcliffe Publishing Course Top 100 novels list of the 20th century have been the target of ban attempts. Authors like Judy Blume are concerned about the chilling effect challenges may have on the books which not be written because of fears of censor­ ship. Dwight D. Eisenhower told people. “Don’t join the book burners...” Banned Books Week is sponsored by the American Booksellers Association, the American Booksellers Foundation for Free Expression, the American Library Association, the American Society of Journalists and Authors, the Association of American Publishers and the National Association of College Stores. The Library of Congress Center for the Book endorses the obscr vance. 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"Our group is very diverse," says a spokesper­ son for the group. ”We have stay-at-home moms and pan­ time moms with such differ­ ent experiences. Our mem­ bers’ backgrounds include: teachers, therapists, florists, business owners and office workers. They all join to share parenting ideas as well as needed stress relief ideas when faced with the chal­ lenges of work and home life. We also want to encour­ age other moms to join us.” Mothers and More is an international not-for-profit support network of over 7.500 women, w ho by choice or circumstance are combin­ ing work and home life in a variety of ways. Mothers and More champions the value and necessity of all mothers work to society, both paid and unpaid. “So. whether you are a full-time stay at home parent, work part-time, or are bal­ ancing family and full-time work. Mothers and More is a great time and place to net­ work with other women,” the spokesperson said. The group offers mom-tomom support, year-round child-free meetings (held the second and fourth Monday of each month). Mom s Night Out, children’s activities, play groups, volunteer opportunities and e-mail net­ I Family working. For further infor­ mation please contact Michelle (269) 795-5242 or visit www.mothersand more.org. Visitors are web come and may attend three meetings without obligation to join. Very small infants will be accommodated. “With Fall activities beginning to crowd mom's busy schedule, this is a per­ fect time to set aside some mom time,” the spokesper son said. Trax Oidaa 110 L Main St. Middleville • 79S-m8 ; 3 Hours: Sun.-Thurs. 12-10 pm Fri. & Sat. 12-11pm DVD, VHS & Game Rentals 3 Movie Reservations - 2 Dav Rental on Sunday on all Rentals Even 2(T Rental FREE 3 Locally Owned �The Sun and News. Middleville September 23. 2003/ Page 3 Freeport Fun Day offers family activities for a good cause by Patricia Johns Staff Writer A wild and fun combina­ tion of old and new awaits participants at Freeport Fun Day on Saturday. Sept. 27 on Main Street and at the com­ munity building in Freeport. Whether the Fun Day experience begins with the Fire Department's breakfast at 7 a.m. or at the hay bale rolling competition down Main Street at 4 p.m. or somewhere in between, there are familiar favorites to come back to and new activ­ ities to discover. Other food being served at the Community Center includes the lunch cooked by Freeport United Brethren Church. For those who get hungry while waiting for the parade Io start downtown, the Freeport Business Association hog roast takes place from 1:30 p.m. until the pork (and turkey) is gone Association members will be selling ‘buck a duck’ tick­ ets all day. The race starts at 6 p.m. There will be fun at the library from 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. Teams of four can join the treasure hunt. Everyone is invited to relax in the new room with books for teens. There will also be a small b<x>k sale. For the athletic, AB Hoops will host a 3 on 3 bas­ ketball tournament from 8 All roads lead to Freeport now. Standing with the sign purchased by the Freeport Business Association with the proceeds from the 2002 Fun Day are Judy Jackson. Lyle Blough, Russ Yarger and Dana Madole. Russ Yarger is making sure Fun Day organizer Judy Jackson gets some time to rest while she is locked in the Fun Day jail. The Freeport Business Association will use profits from this year s event for more community projects. Sound of Words.” The fire department will have a safety open house all day at the fire station with demonstrations and informa­ tion. Yard sales are scheduled for all over town. Everything stops to watch the parade go by. Line up is at 2 p.m. at Fighter Road and the parade starts downtown at 3 p.m. Fun Day organizer Judy Jackson says, “We are look­ ing forward to a great day. All proceeds go to fund com­ munity projects like the wel­ come signs we bought with last years profit. MILLER MEANS... Middleville & Cun Lake Area Office 317 Arlington, Middleville, Ml Miller REAL ESTATE l.arr y AHerding < hs. A—» Broker A Dianne Irklpauxh OS. Sain Mamgn Mark Hewitt (Mu larry Hayes Kay Stolsonburg GR1.CRS. Amoc Broker 4 795-7272 623-8357 795-9331 795-4470 149 W. State Street. Hastings, Ml (269)945-5182 (269)795-3305 Sries Manner..................... Debbie Erway............. Karen Brown-Soimes Craig Stolsonburg GR1. SOLD! Hastings Office Mike Humphreys, crsgri 94S-9.M8 8.WLIJ3J MIX KUA’M) Jean ( haac mt.oai Ron larwi* MMSM MMM* Nicole Mill* AM -M5 44W Broker A Owner Looking For A Home? 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The Historical Society has planned a complete day of events. There is an historic postal cancellation harking back to when postmen trav­ eled by horse and buggy from 8:30 to noon at the Post Office. Inside the Freeport Historical Society Museum, several displays including one of early postal workers, veterans and more are on exhibit. In Mlditiort there will be a quilt trunk show , a talk on quilting by Manlyn Cook at 1 pm . reproduction post cards for sale, a ndfle and book signings by Jerry Morton, author of “The iMWW.millerrealeatate.net 1. MIDOLEVILL£! A must see for the first time home buyer! this adorable ranch has new car­ pet and paint throughout, newer mechanicals partialty finished basement, fenced backyard on a comer lot Get inside to appreciate' Can Craig or Kay $92,500 3. Ml DOLEVILLE! 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Joining the Inspection Service in this initiative are the FTC. the Secret Service, the Department of Justice and various financial organi­ zations. “The goal is to provide people with information that will help them fight back against identity thieves and decrease the number of iden­ tity theft victims throughout the country." said Chief Postal Inspector Lee Heath. This year, postal inspectors have made more than 3.(XX) identity theft arrests. Identity theft involves acquiring key pieces of someone’s personal identify­ ing information, such as name, address, date of birth and Social Security number. Identity thieves use the infor­ mation to commit fraud, such as applying for loans. Continued on next page . JfaJtAiarl (ffainU «. 'Andean LOCAL CHURCH DIRECTORY ALASKA BAPTIST CHURCH A l.iting Church - Serving a Liling Lord Morning Worship 9 30 a m. Fellowship Time 10 35 a m Sunday School ..................... 10:50 a m Evening Praise............. 6 00 p m. 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Sunday School .. .11:15 a.m. Evening Worship Service 6:00 p.m. YOU ARE INVITED 908 W. Main Street (Missouri Synod) Worship.......................................... 9 30 a.m. Sunday School 11:00 a.m. Adult Bible Class 11:00 a m. Rev E. Anthony Sikora Church: (616) 795-2391 GRACE UNITED REFORMED CHURCH Proclaiming the Whole Counsel of God Sunday Worship ................................ 9:30 a.m. and 6:00 p.m (Child & Adult) (During the School Year) Services at 9 30 a m and 6 p.m Rev. R. Scott Greenway, Pastor Jack Dejong, Pastor of Worship A Adult Ed. JoAnne DeBlaay, Youth Director Al Tiemeyer, Community Calling 9255 84th Street. Alto. Ml 49302 One mile east of Whitneyville Rd GUN LAKE COMMUNITY CHURCH & PRESCHOOL Kraft Avenue at Johnson Street 1221X) West M 179 Highway (Chief Noondas Road) Wayland. Ml 49U8 Rev. Dave LeBlanc, Pastor Meeting you, vour friends, and your family right where you re at. Phone 891-9259 Saturday Evening Mass ... .5:00 p.m. Sunday Worship: 900 im or 1030 a.m. Wednesday Worship 6:30 pjn. Sunday Mass . .9:00 a.m. & 11:00 a.m. 269795-7903 WWW gunlakrcommunity church.org ew Life RISTIAN CHURCH 10 AM Sunday Morning 3449 - 76th St. S.E., Caledonia 698-9660 A Church for today s world Spirit-filled family Church. vlfSjSletljolHSt (Efjurri) 5590 VWiitneyville Ave . S.E. Alto, Ml 49302 Sunday School... 10:00 a.m. Morning Worship...-! 1:00 a.m. Evening Worship...6:00 p.m. Wednesday Prayer Meeting...7:00 p.m. Rev Norman Kohns • (616) 891-8167 Church Office 616-tNl -8660 Fax: 891-8648 • www catedumautnc org 8146 681b St 945 am Traditional Service Acoustic Praise Worship Service 5 30 AM 1100 AM St Paul Lutheran Church Sunday School & Adult Bible Studij 945 AM All Services have a Nursery avaliable • Bamar riw Office Phone 891-8688 www.StPaulCaledonia.< >rq SS. CYRIL and METHODIUS CHURCH Mass Mass Mass Mass THORN APPLE BIBLE CI 1URCI I Preaching the Living Word Serving The Risen Lord Sunday School .......................... 9:30 a m. Sunday Morning Worship .10:30 a.m. (Jr. Church & Nursery available.) Currently meeting at: Emmons Lake Elementary 8950 Kraft SE, Caledonia Rev Dennis Ross Church: (616) 868-7425 UNITED METHODIST CHURCHES Middleville - Parmelee Middleville UMC is temporarily meeting at 9266 Parmelee Road 9.30 am................................... Sunday School 11:00 a.m.................................... Worship Hour Website: www.umcmiddleville.ofg Community Church CHRISTIAN REFORMED M-37 between Middleville & Caledonia Sunday Worship: 8:30 a.m. Traditional 11 a.m. Contemporary 6 p.m. Praise/Bible Study Contemporary Worship . 930 a m Sundav School far At! Ages . . 10:45 am Evening Worship . 600 p.m. Passer Roger Buttman • Church Office: 868-0391 www Jakcaadnaommumry org Rev. Dr. Jack Doorlag, Interim Minister Nmvery & children's acuviues during all services. For more information: (616) 891-8119 or » wwpcacechurch-cc Pastor: Rev Josh Blunt Contact our Dutton office at 1616) 65-65-WAY Check our web site, www,wayfarercc.org Lakeside Community Clsuictv A PUcr fur Fanuh & Fnends 6201 Whitnesvilk Asenue Ahv Located tn Irighloa Township Corner of 2nd street and 142nd Avenue Surahs Mumng Icadap Todbond 10.50 ajn Sunday Sd»d fat Al A^o Morning Worship 11OO am Wed. Fellowship 7 30 pan Sundn Fserang Scrwrr PT Fnends Prc-xhoaCSdt **pt Apri. 600 pm. 6|U p m. RAN TOWXStND Pauor Pastor EG FrizzeO (6loi 891 Redeemer Covenant Church —Lighting Up Lives for GodSunday Worship 930 am • 1100 aai Cocteapocuy 1000 ia Praise Singing | Church Ph 616468-6810 • Pastor s Ph 6I6497-67*) Missouri Synod Cakdonia Comer ^1 of 84th C* St and Kraft tn in Caledonia 1 mile west of M-37 Finding the Way Together! An informal, contemporary church committed to our community. Sunday Worship is at 10:00am in Caledonia Middle School s cafeteria. Everyone is welcome! near Whrtneyvrte Ave Church School. Sunday + St. Paul Lutheran Church WAYFARER^ ^CHURCH Comtrntnifp of Christ Leighton Church ALASKA CONGREGATION Wednesday 6:00 P.M. Evening Prayer phone 795-2370 or 94^9327 Vicar - Rav. David T. Hurt wick Rev Lee Zach man 250 \ ine Street t M 37 to Emn>Mi' to Vmt Summer Worship Schedule (through Aug 31) 1000 a m .......... Worship & Jr. Church 11 DO a m Coffee Fellowdup (Nursery Available Throughout i 11:00 A.M. Holy Communion Rev. Royle Bailard, Pastor ______________ Phone 868-6437_______________ Church Office Phone: 795-9266 A CALEDONIA (T UNITED METHODIST Preacher: Rev Nonn Kohns • Sept. 23 Advice to Practical Christian*: “Speak Ip! - Speak Plainly!” -------- --------I IC ■ XC 1--------- ■-------- 1 159 131st Avenue 1664 N. M-37 Highway Phone (269) 792-3543 Middleville. Ml 49333 • 945-1555 Located near the corner of M-37 and McCann Worship Times: Service Times: Saturday...................... 4:00 p.m Sunday School.............................................. 9:45a.m. Sunday......................... 9:30 a m Morning Worship................................ 11:00 a.m. Evening Worship.......................................... 6:00p.m.Weekdays: Youth Group:.......................... 6:00 p.m. Sunday Wednesday................ 7:30 p.m. Midweek 7:00 p.m. Wed. Thursday & Friday..... 9:30 a.m. 9:30 a.m. Thurs. Sunday School for ages 3 yr. thru 6th grade: Sr. High. Sun. 6.30 pm Jr. High, Sun. 6:30 pm Rrv P Adams Phtw 891-8440 Church Office: (616) 891 -1512 M-37 ai 100th St. Sunday Service Times 9:15 A.M. Morning Praynr (Holy Communion 2nd Sunday) Pastor Robert Gerke • Pastor David Ziehr Rev Tom DeVries. Pastor - 795-9901 Middleville Good Shepherd Wesleyan Church Lutheran Church "A Church with a caring heart for our community and the world" CALEDONIA HOLY FAMILY CATHOLIC CHURCH MIDDLEVILLE CHRISTIAN REFORMED 2415 McCann Rd. (In Irving) • w*'* ksghkMKhurch org Family Night 5:45-8:00 pm Pastor Paul M Hifiman touth Pastor David knkvun 6951 Hanna Lake Avenue. Cakdonu 616698-8001 redtrntensisenjigt wvmt.ndeemtKmenantur'i A mmWa sfWr bangmcU Camamt Chmdm tfAmtnu WHITNEYVILLE Bible church 8546 Whfneyvfe Ave of 84m St • 891-8661 "The Church where everybody is somebody.. and Jesus is Lord* Meeting at Caledonia High School Sunday School ...................... 930 a m Sunday Momng Wonhp I0.30 am. MeeT<; at cnapei on iVNtreyvie Ave Svroay Evening Woahp 6 00 p m Wed MbcK^eit Prayer & 8tie Study 7CO p.m. Qbv BuiaShy? Porter*Rev KarlBasrtor.Aeoc Pastor Weoefe arrreyvieobeorg �The Sun and News. Mkkfleville September 23. 2003- Page 5 Gun Lake Area Homes Tour set for Sunday The General Federation of Women’s Clubs (GFWCh Gun Lake Area’s annual Home Tour is set for Sunday. Sept. 28. Marjory Richards says. "This year’s homes are going to be lots of fun. And we are pleased to have Sticks & Stones (12325 Marsh Rd.) as our hospitality center once again." Two club members are showing their homes: Dorothy Jones at 1030 S. Briggs Rd. and Barbara Albrecht at 1182 Lynn Drive. Payne Lake. Also available for touring are Birdie Wierenga’s condo­ minium at 1632 Parker Drive; the stone cottage on Pickerel Cove of Dee and Ron Krau at 3751 England Dove and the "Gingerbread House" of Roy and Alice Vanschaik at 2655 Oakleigh Drive. The funds raised by this tour help GFWC-Gun l^ake Area support community projects like classroom sub­ scriptions of Kind News, a conservation newspaper for school children; GFWC Michigan nursing and an scholarships, the original fine arts building at Interlochen. Girlstown in Belleville and support for the Free Lending Library on Patterson Road. Charter members of GFWC-Gun Lake area women's club were honored at at 20th anniversary celebration on Sept. 10 Josie Vogel, standing, sang several patnotic songs at the GFWC-Gun Lake area women's club 20th anniver­ sary celebration. Club president Fran Ixonard says. “We are able, through this event, to make donations to the Barry-Eaton Health Department for mam mograms; John Henry Thomapple Trail Association; Martin Resource Center, donations for the Yankee Springs Township Park and regular club expenses such as mem­ ber books and club profiles.” Donation per person for the tour is $10 and tickets are available at the Sea Shanty on M-179 (Chief Noonday), the Water’s Edge on Patterson Road., the Pharmacy at Weick’s on 124th Ave.. Sticks & Stones on Marsh Road and at the homes on the day of the tour. Tour hours are from 1 to 5 p.m. "The Gun Lake Area com­ munity has been very sup­ portive of this event and we hope this support will be continued," said Richards. For information about the event, please contact Richards. 269-795-3969 or at netgranny@chartermi.net; or Leonard, at 269-795-8731 or leonard@voyager.net. Middleville student completes dance program Laura Mac Wemgartz, of Middleville, recently com­ pleted a week-long intensive class in Dance Week during week five of the summer ses­ sion of the Augusta Heritage Center at Davis & Elkins College. Weingart/ was the recipi­ ent of a Youth Scholarship. awarded competitively on the basis of achievement and dedication in her chosen field. The Augusta program, now in its 31st year, offers instruction in traditional music, dance, folklore, stud­ ies, and heritage crafts, and is attended by more than 2,000 people annually from thinking! of you! Get in touch with your spirituality. * I* , Cornerstone Church 2045 68th St SE Sundays @ 9:30a, 1 1 :00a & 5 30p www.CornerChurch.org all over the US and several foreign countries. The Youth Scholarship program is funded through grants and donations. Youth Scholarship recipients must be recommended by an accomplished person in their chosen area of interest. More than 60 young people were honored as youth scholarship recipients this year. For more information about the Augusta Heritage Center and its programs, contact Augusta at Davis & Elkins College. 100 Campus Drive. Elkins. WV 26241. telephone 304-637-1209. email; augusta @ augustaheritage.com. For more infor­ mation regarding Augusta’s workshops. The Augusta Festival, and other events, log in to “www. augustaheritage.com” Continued from previous page credit cards and Social Security benefits. Here are some tips on pre­ senting identity theft; • Don’t leave mail in the mailbox overnight or on weekends • Deposit mail in Postal Service collection boxes. • Tear up or shred unwant­ ed documents that contain personal information • Rev lew your consumer credit report annually Need more information? You can go to: ww w usps.com/posi.il i n spec tors Starting Sunday, September 28, 2003, Peace Church’s Sunday mom- I ing service will be held at the Thomapple Kellogg High School Auditorium at 10:00 a.m. (Childcare will be available) Come and discover your purpose for living’ Our series “40 Days of Purpose” starts September 28 with a message “WHAT ON EARTH AM I HERE FOR?” As part of “40 Days of Purpose” campaign, we also have 40 adult small groups that will be meeting for six weeks starting Septembei I 28. We would love to have you join a group! Sign up at the morning I service. For more information, see w w w,peacechurch.cc GREAT STUFF FOR YOUTH AND CHILDREN! • Senior High Youth Group: Sunday Nights from 5:30-7:30 p.m. at church. September 28th is FEAR FACTOR! Come as early as 4:30 p.m. for video games, pool, and free food. See the youth web site (www.peaceyouthgroup.com) for more info... • Junior High Youth Group is Wednesdays from 7:00-8:30 p.m. at the church... • 5th & 6th Grade Youth Group meets Sundays from 6:00-7:00 p.m. i at the church... • GEMS Club (girls grades 1-6) meets every first and third Wednesday of the month from 6:30-8:30 p.m. at the church. Next meeting: October 1. • Cadets (boys grades 1-6) meets every second and fourth Wednesday of the month from 6:45-8:30 p.m. at the church. Next meeting: September 24. • Caraway Street! This cool program (for kids 4 years old through 4th grade) is every Sunday night from 6:00-7:00 p.m. in the Peace Church gym! ^See www.peacechurch.ee or call the church at (616)891-8119 for more informational Peace Church is located on M-37 halfway between Middleville and Caledonia. �. Page 6/The Sun and News. Mtddteville September 23, 2003 Blast into past with Bergakkers honored by TAEF Caledonia CRC by Cathy Rueter • Staff Writer Relive those ‘Fabulous 50V next Monday night with a Car Hop Supper sponsored by the Caledonia Christian Reform Church GEMS Leaders Stroll down memory lane or make a new memory with family and friends as rollerskating GEMS serve food to parked vehicles. A menu of hot dogs, bar­ becue and chili dogs along with other 1950’s type-fare is sure to please nearly every palate as rock and roll 50‘s and 60’s music adds to the car hop era atmosphere. The 13th annual event is scheduled from 5 to 7 p.m. next Monday in the parking lot of the Caledonia Christian Reform Church, located at 9957 Cherry Valley. Proceeds from ‘free will donations’ will benefit GEMS Leadership Training. In the event of rain, the supper will be served in the fellowship Hall. It was an evening of laughter and a few tears when Curt and Kathy Bergakker were recognized for their service to the community. Pictured behind their parents are daughters Stacy, Julie and Brenda. Stacy gave a tearful and heartfelt thanks to her parents for always “being there" for her. In her cute little poodle skirt and ponytail. Ashley VanderWal will fit right into the Caledonia Christian Reform Church’s 13th Annual Car Hop Supper next Monday The public is invited to the event with proceeds benefiting GEMS Leadership Training Kathy and Curt Bergakker received a plaque at the seventh annual Thornapple Area Enrichment Foundation Recognition dinner on Sept. 18. The Bergakkers were honored for their work with the Thomapple Kellogg Athletic Boosters raising funds for student athletes. Curt is also know as “Mr Hotdog" for the number of days he has cooked hotdogs in the con­ cession stands. : 'SWEATER -WEATHER SAL^ X FOR EACH SWEATER AT REG. PRICE... GET 2'" AT 1/2 PRICE (equid or less value) or ONE SWEATER AT 20% OFF T-Shirts, Sweatshirts, r Sweaters, and Halloween Decorations, t Horry in... We still have —| Sak ends September 28?2W3 | great selections on sw imsuits & sunuikT clothing at 1/2 Price! j * | 11402 Chief Noonday, Gun Lake Wl6)jg^947 0 I HOURS: Me- L S-’’ C-6 | n KM Wed 108 [ Rob and Sue Dykstra had nominated the Bergakkers as unsung heroes of the community. This was the first year that the Thornapple Area Enrichment Foundation had solicited nominees form the community. Construction Redirects Parking at Pennock Pennock Health Sendees continues to grow, and with that growth comes con­ struction. Parking by Emergency will be limited for about 6 months. Access is still available, but limited to drop off and pick up of patients. Visitors are asked to use the west entrance near Fish Hatchery Park. Or ask your doctor if you can use Pennock State Street Center for lab and x-ray sen ices at 1108 W. State Street in Hastings. Thanks for your patience during con­ struction For more information call Customer Sen ice at (269)945-1760. Pennock Fatal crash at Yankee Springs intersection claims life of Delton woman Sarah Halliday. 62 of Delton was killed early Sept. 18 in a two vehicle crash at the intersection of Yankee Springs and Shaw Lake roads in Yankee Springs Township. The accident occurred at about 8:15 am. on Thursday. Halliday u as eastbound on Shaw Lake Road when, according to troopers from the Hastings State Police Post, her vehicle failed to stop at a stop sign and collid­ ed wittua northbound vehicle driven by Robert Schiedel of Plainwell. Hallidas was pronounced dead al the scene. Schiedel was treated first at Pennock Hospital and then moved to Bronson Hospital in Kalamazoo Outgoing TAEF board members Lisa Finkbeiner and Wayne Kiel received applause and best wishes at the dinner. Lisa also spoke in praise of Curt and Kathy Bergakker for their service to the Gun Lake Community Church. �The Sun and News. Middleville. September 23. 2003 Page 7 TK PTO joins receipt program The Thomapple Kellogg PTO is participating in the new cash register receipt pro­ gram at Middleville Marketplace and Hastings Plumbs supermarkets. Now through Starch 28. parents can turn in cash reg­ ister receipts from both supermarkets to the offices at McFall. Lee and Page ele­ mentary schools and the mid­ dle school. This program will enable the schools to obtain educa­ Reed-Fitzhenry united in marriage On September 9th. 2003. a beautiful intimate wedding cer­ emony was performed by John Hethenngon on the covered bridge at Bowens Mills for William Reed and Mollie Fitzhenry. In his vows, the groom said this day was a dream come true ami the bride promised to take good care of her husbands heart, which he claimed she'd had since the moment he met and fell in love with her - 14 years ago. The couple enjoyed a honeymoon in St. Ignace and held a reception in Middleville, where they reside, the following Saturday. tional equipment free of charge. Middle School PTO President Kristin Herrington says, “you can help us by shopping at the Middleville Marketplace or the Hastings Plumbs supermarkets and then sending the receipts in with your children." The next PTO meeting will be on Oct. 13 at 9:30 a.m. in the Spanish room at the middle school. Thornapple Kellogg Schools to host Punt, Pass and Kick Competition Thomapple Kellogg Schools will host an NFL/Pepsi Punt. Pass, and Kick Competition Saturday. Sept. 27 at 3:30 p.m. at the Bob White Stadium in Middleville. The competition is free and open to boys and girls ages 8 to 15. They will com­ pete in four different age groups: 8-9. 10-11. 12-13, and 14-15. All participants must bring a birth certificate or proof of age to register. No cleats may be worn. Winners of this local com­ petition will advance to a sectional competition. W'inners of the sectional competition will have their scores compared with other sectional champions; the top five scorers from the pool will advance to the state championship to be held at a Detroit Lions game at a later date. Entry forms are available at the schools, or at registra­ tion the day of the competi­ tion. For more information, call Monte Munjoy at 795-5400 ext. 4663. Call for Classifieds 945-9554 or 1-800-870-7085 Erway-Reaser to wed Oct. 18 Edward and Debra Erway are pleased to announce the engagement of their daugh­ ter. Jessica Marie, to Brian Patrick, son of Patrick and Man Reaser. The bode is a 2000 gradu­ ate of Thomapple Kellogg High School. Jessica attend­ ed Grand Rapids Com-munity College and graduated from Olympia Career Training Institute. The groom is a 1999 grad­ uate of Thomapple Kellogg High School and also attend­ ed Grand Rapids Community College. The ceremony will take place cm (ktoberlS^lMUat Gun Lake Chapel. Community Athlete of the week Caledonia High School Giris' Tennis Caledonia s Ali Stearns helped the Fighting Scot varsity girls ten­ nis team to a second place finish at the Lowell Invitational Saturday by taking the flight championship at third singles. Stearns also picked up a win at third singles during the Scots 6-2 victory over Hastings on Monday, September 15. The 4695 Middleville Rd. 111 A Main St Lynn Denton m-37, Middievnie, mi hmmii*, mi Agency 1-800-443-5253 517-852-2005 MAKING YOUR FUTURE MORE PREDICTABLE R.M FARM BUREAU INSURANCE TK LUNCH MENU Robinsons to observe golden wedding anniversary John (Jack) and Maureen (Windes) Robinson of 6661 W. State Road, Middleville were married on Oct. 4. 1953. They celebrated their 50 pleasant years with a family party at Bassett Lake, plus doing “something spe­ cial” each day this year: a swim, ice cream cone or walk on the farm. Their children are Tom and JoAnn Robinson, Susan and John Frahm and Cheri Reddy. They have seven grandchildren and five great-grand­ sons T.K. Secondary Lunch Menu Wednesday, September 23 Sloppy Joe on a bun or taco salad dix., baked beans, cinnamon apple slices, milk. Thursday, September 24 Chicken nuggets wbreakstick or two meat and cheese sub. California blend, fresh banana, milk. Friday. September 25 Pizza or fish sticks, mixed veggies, fresh apple, milk. Fz have questions about bipolar disorder? (/race i(nn (/lo/jertxon of Pine Rest will speak on Your Hometow n Full Service Garden Center.' Creek Just West Off M-37 10197 Garbow Rd.,Middleville BIPOLAR DISORDER HOURS: at Monday-Saturday ST. PAUL LUTHERAN CHURCH 8:30 am. to 6:00 p.m. FALL IS A GREAT TIME FOR PLANTING 1 Gallon Perennials Buy 2...Get 1 Free (of equal value) 8436 Kraft Avenue in Caledonia Fall pansies & Hardy Mums 10% OFF TUESDAYS Senior Citizens Day k OCTOBER 2, 2003 at 7:30 P.M. 20% OFF All Gallon Shrubs Floral Shop is available for all your in the church sanctuary A question-and-answer session willfollow O'HEif TO THE PUBLIC H special occasions Call Jan at 891-8220 ifyou have any questions - WE DELIVER Phone: 269-795-7674 Floral Shop 269-795-0239 0. 0 �* Page 8The Sun and News. MOdtevtWe. September 23. 2003 Caledonia School Board recognizes employee service Caledonia High School has its fair share of longtime employees with, from left, front. Dawn Reigler (secretary. 10 yrs). Pete Deblle (music/orchestra. 25 years, also at CMS) and Cheryl Walbridge (parapro. 15 yrs). Back, Joe Zomerlei (teacher, 30 years) and Dave Wesorick (counselor. 30 years). Janice Witkowski (CMS teacher, 15 years), left, and Sherri Maxlow (Kids Corner, 10 years) are two Caledonia District employees recognized for their years of service. by Cathy Rueter Staff Writer The Caledonia Board of Education convened last Tuesday for the annual employee recognition meet­ ing. This is an annual event designed to publicly recog­ nize district employees for their years of service to the Caledonia area school sys­ tem. Those recognized for 10 years of service were Nancee j on Mitchel/ Licensed Contractor • References Available • 616-299-4720 269-795-0061 "A Local Builder You Can Trust" New Construction • Bobcat Work Remodeling • Pole Barns • Concrete • Decks Although Emmons Lake Elementary may only be a few years old. several of their employees were recognized for 15 years with the Caledonia District. From left. Kathy Zoet, custodian; Peg Mulherin. teacher; and Sandra Haack, teacher Familiar faces at the Administration Office, Judi Dean, District Business Manager, (25 years) and Sharon Terrien, Adminstrative Secretary (20 years) both help the Caledonia District to run smoothly. Receiving a desk folder Doyle (Kettle Lake Elementary - teacher), with a calculator for their 15 Roxanne Hoeksema (Dutton years of service were Elementary - teacher), Marilou Boncher (CHS Sherri Maxlow (Kids teacher), Linda Carlson Comer), James Oldfield (Dutton - teacher), Hilde (technology), Karen Rath Dilley (Emmons Lake (Caledonia Middle School - teacher), Mary Duba (CMS teacher), Larry Rea (CMS - Secretary), Janis Erskine teacher). Dawn Reigler (CHS - Food Services), (Caledonia High School - Sandra Haack (Emmons Secretary), Kristie Lake - teacher), Janice Summerfield (Emmons Lake Witkowski (CMS - teacher), Elementary - teacher) and Judy Hoebeke (district tech­ Kelly Roland (technology). nology), Bonnie Hofstra Each of these employees (Kettle Lake - aide). Peg received an engraved 10- Mulherin (Emmons Lake year plaque. teacher), Pat Parente (Caledonia Elementary aide), Peggy Phillips (Dutton - teacher), Kathy Zoet (Emmons Lake - custodian), Colleen Kalajainen (Kettle Lake - music). Deb Trent (Kettle Lake - art), Gus Wagoner (CHS - teacher) and Cheryl Wallbridge (CHS - parapro). For their 20 years of serv­ ice with the district, Chris Koryto (CHS - Registrar), Jon Meerman (CMS - physi­ cal education), Lee Pipe (Kettle Lake - instructional parapro). Ralph Shefferly (CMS - teacher) and Sharon Tamen (Administration Secretary) received a coin clock from the board. Pete DeLille (CMS & CHS - music), Jan Poiavin (CMS - teacher). Terra Zoemer (Dutton - teacher) and Judi Dean (Central Office Business Manager) al) Kettle Lake Elementary adds a couple employees to the list of those recognized for their years of service to the district. Colleen Kalajainen, music and Bonnie Hofstra, aide, celebrate 15 with the district. received an engraved Cross pen/pencil set for 25 years of service. Jerry Phillips (Dutton Elementary Principal), Dave Wesorick (CHS - counselor) and Joe Zomerlei (CHS teacher) received mantel clocks for their 30 years of service to the district. Rounding out the employ­ ee recognition meeting, after 35 years of service to the dis­ trict, Tim McRoy (Caledonia Middle School teacher) received a Bullova watch from the board. In other regular school board meeting news, the board: • Was introduced to Caledonia High School jun­ ior Brittany Box, CHS stu­ dent representative for the 2003-04 school year. • Approved, as recom­ mended by Athletic Director Scott Weis, the 2003 revi­ sions made to the O.K. Conference By-laws. These changes include transfer of schools between divisionsAiers, O.K. Conference expansion, entry fee and annual assessment fees, MHSAA Membership and the O.K. Conference Appeals process. Further information about these changes may be obtained from the administration office. • Accepted a legacy gift to Caledonia Community Schools from the Caledonia Education Foundation. • Offered a first reading of the new/revised policies as proposed by Neola, Inc. A portion of the new/revised policies include, but are not limited to: student privacy and parental access to infor­ mation (revised), drug & alcohol testing of CDL License holders (revised) support staff, use of medica­ tions (revised) students, automatic external defibrilla­ tors (AED) (new) operations and direct contact communi­ cable diseases (replacement) operations. Further informa­ tion about these revisions, replacements and new poli­ cies may be obtained from the administration office. • Approved the bid from Buist Electric in the amount of $136,458 for the fiber WAN additions and changes to the existing middle school. • Accepted the Bid from Moss Communications in the amount of $21,819 for wireless local area network at the existing middle school. • Hired Matt Hilton (.6 math for CHS); Margaret Crawford, Kay Kenyon, Dawn Reigler, Chris Koryto and Mary' Durkee as class advisors for CHS. • Approved the transfer of Brett Knoop (.7 to 1.0 CHS Continued on next page �The Sun and News. Middleville. September 23. 2003/ Page 9 From Our Readers Local Citizens Speak Out On Issues Support local businesses and welcome new ones Dutton Elementary Principal, Jerry Phillips (30 years), stands behind his staff in more ways than one. From left, Linda Carlson (teacher, 15 yrs), Terra Zoerner (teacher, 25 yrs) and Roxanne Hoeksema (teacher, 10 yrs). Continued from previous page teacher) and Sheila Swartz (.5 aide to 1.0 CMS). • Accepted the resigna­ tions of Sheryl O’Connor (Caledonia Elementary Principal). Jean Lewis (.6 Caledonia Elementary Spanish). Jerry Keron (class advisor). Sharon Shefferly (.5 aide CMS) and Jon Pelletier (custodian). "We wish her only the best.” Carol Nelson-Purkey. personnel director and inter­ im superintendent, com­ mented about the resignation of Principal O’Connor. In a statement. O’Connor remarked that she felt it was the appropriate time for her to resign. ’’She’s doing some con­ sulting. especially on the math program," commented Nelson-Purkey. "And I believe she’s interested in pursuing her Ph.D." Brian "Buzz" Leatherman, principal of Caledonia Middle School, has been named as interim principal for the elementary until an appropriate replacement can be found for O’Connor. • Heard that the Life Science textbook, for third and fourth grades, published by Harcourt Brace, will be on display at the Central Office for 30 days, until the regular October School Board meeting, for the com­ munity to examine. • Listened to a reporty by CHS Student Representative Brittany Box about activities happening at Caledonia High School. One item of interest was .he time and date of the Homecoming parade and football game against Holland Christian. The Homecoming lead-up events are scheduled for the week of October 4-10 with the parade scheduled to kick off the evening events on Friday, October 10 at 5:30 p.m. Box also informed the board that the CHS band Brittany Box was intro­ duced to the Caledonia Board of Education as the Student Representative. "brought home the Best Marctfing Award from Celebration on the Grand." For information regarding this or any other Caledonia Board of Education meet­ ings. contact the Administration Building at 616-891-8185. Reach over 11,000 area homes with an ad in the Sun & News. Call 945-9554 to place your ad today. I I I I I a*— " SOUTH OFFICE I 8980 N. RODGERS DR., CALEDONIA, Ml I I SPECTACULAR I HOME I ...on 2.4 wooded acres I tn award winning I Caledonia School I District. Very open I floor plan. Quality I features throughout. I All rooms are large. I Beautiful oak trim. panel doors. Lots of I 6 Each bedroom has its own private bath. Central vac. Air. I ceramic. Zoned heating. Extra 28x36 garage. Convenient location. Call John I or Mary Kay McCleve, 891-2222, x 233 or 292-4548.__________ I Smith-Diamond Realtors* I □ Toll Free 1-888-891-0107 I Mark McClete Date Vanderwoudc Elizabeth Kelson I Deanna Me Cut for Ted VanDuioen Sharon Emerson I Tim Moordboek Catht Wltderotter Lois Heckman Lorna Saladino Hollinger Ryan Ogle I Joi Wolben Karen Ohl rich Debra Lampani I Sam terkpit John McClete Ron Prins Wends ZandUra I Ron Richards Mary Kay McClete Sarah Saines I FREE MARKET ANALYSIS 891-2222 To the editor: Unbelievable! I could not believe what I had read in our local Sun and News. I was bom and raised in this little town and now so excit­ ed to have my children attend schools where they know you by name. To start with, the “New Dollar Store" isn’t just a dol­ lar store. You can get the necessities you need for your car. home projects, schooling material and clothing, and so much more. I was raised to always sup­ port your local businesses. If it wasn’t for them there would be no Middleville and my Father would not have been able to give us what we needed, being himself a local business owner. Our community is grow­ ing. Yes. the grocery store is expanding and our great pharmacy where employees know us all by name. Thanks to the floral shop that has been here for years and the new one that opened just out­ side of town, w here that fam­ ily has been here for yearsalso making our roads better and helping out our schools. So to take the time to kick the mud off my shoes is only a little step to the process that our town is growing. Lastly, the comment that hit home the most! Our pizza places. Hello? The new pizza place is being brought to us by a local family who all were raised here. And to the big guy downtown, what could we say to him on all the Friday nights he let us sing, dance and eat pizza. At least we know our children are not out running around There’s so many new things coming into town and we welcome all of them. Why do you think so many are coming here? They are try ­ ing to get out of the hustle and bustle of Grand Rapids So if you choose to spend your dollars elsewhere, remember your only a dollar sign to them.' So take the time to stop by the parts store, and the tire shop where you can get a oil change while you wait. So don’t fly through this little town with­ out stopping and saying “Hi" to the local businesses. Julie Nagel Middleville You can e-mail your comments to: jadnewstPvoyager.net Please be sure to include your name, address, and daytime phone number where you can be reached or write us at the: Sun & News 1351 N. M-43 Highway, Hastings, MI 49(158 Bushwacker Nursery would like to thank everyone who helped make the B-93 Roof Sit for Kids benefit a big success WILLIAMS FAMILY: Adam, . Jenny, Carl, Dave, Rick and Steve COUNTRY ROOTS: Dim McClusic, Dee McClusic, Bernie Skills and Luke Lenhart SPECIAL GUESTS; Jim Bradford, Rieh Butler, Gan Biter, Burt . Jones, Kim (Parson, Dave Adrianson, Mark Eldred and Bob Rowlison Sound Technician DONATIONS OF PRODUCTS: Bushwacker Nursery', Dorr Septic Service, G&G Pork Farm, Geukes Meat Market, Tammy & Ed Jackson, Middleville Market Place, Midd-Villa, Roger Masslink Dairy Farms, Swamp Fox Lounge, ( indy Kt Terry'Timm, Marty Wenger, Bob & Helen Wenger. 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INDIVIDUAL (ONTRIBl TIONS: Bob Adghed, Marge Adrianson, Erin AHerding David Anibli, Russ Baker, Eric Bender, Marty Bender, Lori Biermacher, ’’Big Rog," Edna Briggslowis, .John Colley; Lucky Corson, Richard Count, Charlie Gilchirst, Melisa Gorton, Bruce Guppy, Chris Guppy, Bill & Judy HofT, Sharon Jensen, Bert .Jones, Tom Kilmer, Jackie Lewis, Ken & Cathy Logan, Stacie Lutz, Mark, Cori Moelling, David Nederveldt, George Pcckhanin, Robert A Norma Pratt, Jessie Red, Rocky Top, Rolison, Eric Send, Carl & Judy Simkins, Smooth, Bill & Barb Songer, Del Stambach, Bob Tennant, Toller iamdy, Gay & Lois VanderJagt, Dave & Sandy Valelst, Lisa Wangerin. Noah Wenger, Bert Wiersin, Chip Wing, Velma Worth, Kurt Zillmer, Sheri Zillmer, and all the anonymous people, too. 06572368 CTha/t/tp/ou—. f/ar/r Hkrt/t a/ti/ fAe re*t p/’f/te {j&wJuoac/ter < \ur*e/p/ (y*eu> �Page 10/The Sun and News. Middleville September 23. 2003 Pumpkin World celebrates birthday by Patricia Johns Staff Writer Maureen Robinson can’t quite believe that Pumpkin World at S & S Farm Market and Greenhouse is celebrat­ ing its 15th birthday this year. “1 hope lots of families come out and join the party.” she says. Pumpkin World is open from Wednesday. Oct. I through Halloween. Friday. Oct. 31. Hours for the public are Monday-Friday 3:30 to 6 p.m. Pumpkin World is open from 10 a.m. to 5:30 p.m. on Saturdays and from noon to 4:30 p.m. on Sundays. Pumpkin world has mazes for all ages, farm animals, indtxw activities and special events on Saturdays. On Oct. 4. Pumpkin Lady Julie Coon will tell stories at 2, 3 and 4 p.m. Mike Bremer will bring his storytelling skill to Pumpkin World at 2, 3 and 4 p.m. Oct. 11. On Oct. 18. Slocum's Llamas will visit Pumpkin world and Cheri Reddy will tell stories at 2, 3. and 4 p.m. Coon returns with seasonal stories at 2, 3 and 4 p.m. Oct. 25. New in the display this year is a cow created by Robert Hula that children can This cow is new to Pumpkin World this year. Pictured from left are Pumpkin Lady Julie Coon. Katelfor, Ben Telfor. Jacob Telfor and Max Coon. milk, a store to play in. a secret door and even hop­ scotch and other games. Children who attempt to find their way through the maze will discover friends Helping celebrate Pumpkin World's 15th birthday are from left in front. Jacob Telfor and Trevor Mathews. In the middle are Ben Telfor and Macey Mathews. Standing in the back are Katy Telfor and Andrew Mathews Dutton 3555 68th Street • Dutton. Ml (616)554-7960 Hours: Mon. - Fri. 11 a.m. - 7 p.m.: Sat. 11 a.m. - 5 p.m. $50.00 Off Any Alltel Phone Free Leather Case!Free Charger Savings $90.00 Requires 1 year service agreement with new activation. PLAN SPECIAL ’29.95 700 Anytime Unlimited NitelWeekends Add another line $20.00 06572377 Robinson reminds fami­ lies to "bring their cameras'" S & S is liKated between Hastings and Middleville on M-37. Call 269-795-9758 for more information. Changes at Pharmacy Care Rapid Cellular Great Network like Winnie the Pooh, the Peanuts gang and Clifford, the big. red dog along their way. There is a straw bale maze indoors and two larger outdoor Sudan grass mazes. Great Value Great Service by Patricia Johns Staff Writer Some of the changes at Pharmacy Care in Middleville are obvious. The pharmacy moved from its location directly next to the Middleville Marketplace a few hundred yards down into the new building. Some of the changes are not so obvious. Dave Hopkins is now the owner of Pharmacy Care in Middleville and Professional Pharmacy in Caledonia. He says, ‘‘I enjoy serving both communities since I live halfway between.” Manager of Pharmacy Care Brian Swartz is excited about the new larger loca­ tion. "We have a drop off and pickup location for our prescription customers, more room for Hallmark and more room for gifts. The last change will be hard for many residents. Rose VanderBand is retiring but will still work two days a week. An open house in her honor will be held on Saturday, October 18 from 9 a.m. until 1 p.m. "Bring your favorite Rose story,” Swartz says. Pharmacy Care will cele­ brate its Grand Opening dur­ ing the week of Oct. 20-26 Enter these doors and discover that while there have been some changes at Pharmacy Care the dedication to true hometown service still remains. Pharmacy Care is located with lots of specials. Swartz hopes that the in the Middleville changes, including addition­ Marketplace shopping cen­ al gift items, will help people ter. Il is open form 9 a.m. shop in their local communi­ until 8 p.m Monday through Friday and from 9 a.m. until ty He will be adding new 5 p.m. on Saturday. services but the tradition of Cail 269-795-7936 for hometown and personalized more information. service will continue. 2004 BUICK PARK AVENUE &2004 BUICK LESABRE FREE LEATHER IF EQUIPPED PLUS S2,000 RERATE �The Sun and News Middleville. September 23, 2003/ Page 11 Financial Focus Thornapple Trail Association meeting slated for Sept. 25 Furnished by Drew McFadden of Edward Jones and Co. • (616) 891-1173 Take advantage of cut in capital gains rate By now, you're probably pretty familiar with some elements of the Tax Relief Act of 2003. If you have children at home, you’ve likely received your child tax credit "bonus" payments. And you may have seen your "take home" pay increase in response to cuts in marginal tax rates. But there s another key area of the new legisla­ tion that you may have yet to explore - the cut in capital gains taxes. Here's how it works: If you’re in a tax bracket of 25 percent or higher, you only will have to pay a capital gains rate of 15 percent down from 20 percent - on the sale of stocks, mutual funds or some other types of assets you've held for at least a year. This cut could have major implications for your investment strategies. You can now sell appreciated stocks or mutual funds and take a smaller tax hit. But why would you want to sell in the first place? Like all investors, you need to periodically adjust your portfolio to make sure it contains the mix of invest­ ments that's suitable for your individual goals and risk tol­ erance. Over time, you may decide that some of your stocks, for example, no longer suit your needs. Why? Maybe the management team has changed a compa­ ny's direction. Or maybe that company be-longs to an industry whose long-term f ---Saving on home insurance is prospects now look poor. Or maybe you think you need to make some changes because your portfolio isn't diversi­ fied enough. (Rebalancing your portfolio may have transaction costs or commis­ sions associated with doing 80.) No matter what your rea­ son for selling a stock, though, you’ll now find it more affordable, from a tax standpoint. But the capital gains cut isn't just beneficial if you re going to sell stocks - it's also good news if you’re giving them away. For example, if you give appreciated stocks to your grown children, they will ultimately have to pay capi­ tal gams taxes based on the total growth achieved from the time you bought the stock. Now, with the lower capital gains taxes, they won t face such a hefty cost. But you might also want to give appreciated stocks to younger children - especially those who are over age 13 and are exempt from the "kiddie tax" rules, which stipulate that investment income over $1,500 will be taxed to them at your indi­ vidual tax rate. In fact, the new capital gains laws pres­ ent you with a particularly unusual opportunity: If you give appreciated stocks today to a child over 13, the child can sell the stocks in 2008 and pay no capital gains taxes, assuming the child is in the 10 percent or 15 percent tax bracket. Normally, anyone in those brackets will only have to pay a 5 percent long-term capital gains rate, but in 2008 only, this rate drops to “No Problem.” k Is your broker giving V IB I undnxis of thousands ^™,he COLD ' TP - of families air saving JWk shoulder? money with Auto-Owners Insurance for their home and mobile home protection. Slop in and ask US atXHH zero. This special tax break can result in an excellent source of funding for a time­ sensitive goal, such as col­ lege. Clearly, the cut in capital gains taxes can provide you with some significant bene­ fits - along with some strate­ gic and bookkeeping chal­ lenges. If you sold some stocks before May 6. when the new laws went into effect, your capital gams will still be taxed at the old rate, most likely 20 percent. That's why you might want to consider selling some "losers ' to counter the gains that were taxed at the higher rate. See your tax and financial advisors before making any important capital gains-related moves. And take the time to explore all the opportuni­ ties the new tax laws have given you. Visit TK elementary schools Sept. 30 The traditional visit to new classrooms was not possible in the Thomapple Kellogg School District this year due to construction. Now the dust has settled, the windows replaced and cabinets installed. It is now time for the elementary schools to show off their new looks. Superintendent Kevin Konarska says, “Come see the new rooms and new equipment in the schools. Everyone is welcome to attend these open houses.” Open houses will be held at McFall, Lee and Page on Tuesday, Sept. 30 from 5:30 to 7 p.m. Since Lee still is under construction, a second open house is planned after the project is completed. The next Thomapple Trail Association meeting is scheduled for Thursday. Sept. 25 at 7 p.m. at Whispering Waters Campground on Irving Road. The agenda will include work on brochure, upcoming events and projects on the Paul Henry Trail. Volunteers are needed to help with bank clearing and other projects. Information about the Paul Henry Trail and the Thomapple Trail Association is now available on line at thomappletrail.com or at tbomappletrailorg Information on the web­ site includes a map. informa­ tion about the history, a membership application and trail activities. There are also be links to other bicycling trails and organizations in Michigan. Reach over 11.000 area homes with an ad in the Sun & News. Call 945-9554 to place your ad today. CUP a SAVE LAWN & GARDEN SERVICE PROGRAM k Includes: j Pick Up & Delivery and Service f Parts! a It**’ Take advantage off our 50 point service special. 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Hier, DeD.Se 616-891-1240 < Investment Representative 9185 Cherry Valley Ave SE Suite E Caledonia. Mi 49316 Bus. 616-891 1173 ToH Free 8668911173 www.edwarqjones.com UwwMX Edward Jones I Early Morning & Evening Appointments Available Conveniently located on M-37 in Caledonia (Right on the way to orfrom works Quality dental care in a relaxed and friendly atmosphere. Your Smile The First Tbin^ People See! �Page 12/The Sun and News. Middleville. September 23. 2003 Clark O. Bliss Kalamazoo, MI - Oark O. BlissvJr. died Tuesday evening Sept. 16.2003. Clark was bom Nov. 11, 1925 in Cannonsburg, Mich., a son of Clark O. and Clara (Gibbs) Bliss, Sr. He had been a Kalamazoo area resident for two years com­ ing from Largo. Florida. For 20 years, be owned and operated the Northside Grocery on Gun I^ake. retiring in 1981. He was also a member of the Baldwin and Largo, Florida V.F.W Lodges. He was preceded in death by his parents; his wife. Constance D. Bliss on April I, 1988; a brother, Paul Bliss; and a sisterin-law. Nancy Bliss. He is survived by three daughters. Karen (Kenneth) Kelley of Middleville, Mary (Michael) Crawford. MD of Grand Rapids, and Cheryl (Russell) Ruthruff of Augusta eight grandchildren; nine great grandchildren; and several cousins. In accordance with his wish­ es. cremation has taken place. There will be no visitation or service. Private inurnment of cremains will be in Mt. Hope Cemetery. Middleville, at a later date. Memorials may be directed to Hospice of Greater Kalamazoo or the Kairos Dwelling. Arrangements were made by the Langeland Family Funeral Homes. Memorial Chapel. 622 S. Burdick St. Kalamazoo, MI 49007. www .langelands.com Sarah Ann Halliday DELTON - Sarah Ann Halliday, age 62, of Delton, died Thursday, Sept. 18, 2003 in Yankee Springs Township. Miss Halliday was bom Jan. 8. 1941 in St. Joseph. Missouri, the daughter of Willis and Florence (Johnson) Halliday. She came to the Delton area as a child and attended Delton area schools, graduat­ ing in 1959 from Delton High School. She was employed as a graphic designer and was cur­ rently employed at “Printing Plus” of J-Ad Graphics in Hastings. She had previously worked for Neil's Printing in Hastings. “Wolverine Press" in Kalamazixi and its sub­ sidiary “Quick Print" and Amenkal Co. in Kalamazixi. Sarah loved animals and was always working in 4-H. Sarah is survived by her very close companion. Larry Gctzen of Wayland; step­ mother, Sharon Halliday of Naples. Honda; uncle. Robert Halliday of Whittier. California; aunt. Betty Halliday of Aptos. California; sister. Harriet (Bernard) Finch of Delton; three nieces. Elizabeth Taylor. Pam (Bruce) Lord and Margaret (Barry) Allen; nephew. David Finch; four great nieces; three great nephew; three great great nieces; three great great nephews and a host of friends. There will be no funeral home visitation. Memorial graveside serv­ ices will be held at 4 p.m. Sunday. Sept. 28. 2003 at the Cedar Creek Cemetery. Memorial contributions may be made to Barry County Humane Society. Barry County 4-H or the charity of one’s choice. Arrangements were made by Wren Funeral Home of Hastings. Attention All GM Employees & Family Members Special Rebates on all ZOO) Cars & Trucks S WHILE THEY LAST! 03 CHEVY SILVERADO 5,000 REBATE 03 CHEVY TRAIL BLAZER *5,500 REBATE 03 CHEVY SUBURBAN 5,500 REBATE 03 CHEVY CAVALIER *4,500 REBATE 03 CHEVY TAHOE S,5OO REBATE 03 BUICK RENDEZVOUS Mark Worth called on the talent of his friends to raise more than $4,500 for the B 93 roof sit which raises funds to help overcome child abuse. He organized a fun evening at the Bushwacker on Sept. 5 with hot dogs, corn and lots of music. He decided just the Wednesday before and in just two days the event was held Fall book discussion explores work of John McPhee Members of the book dis­ cussion group at the Caledonia Public Library will explore the work of writer John McPhee on Wednesday, Oct. 1. The book discussions are open to anyone and are held at 1 p.m. on the first Wednesday of each month through May. John McPhee has revealed the world around us for more than 35 years. His non-fiction writing has touched on every­ thing from the Pine Barrens of New Jersey to oranges to Alaska. The library will have copies of three of his works, but participants are encour­ aged to read their favorite and come ready to talk about looking at the world through words. Later in the year, the group will discuss the book selected for the entire county to read. The name of that book has not been released. For more information about library programs, call 616-647-3840. Curly slide a reality Kettle Lake Elementary Principal Chris Warren stands beside the curly slide, which, along with a second tire swing, was the target for an extensive fundraising proj­ ect for the school. 'All the parents have been extremely supportive, especially the Ziemke s (Jordan Ziemke, 7, a first grader, is shown here with Warren) with the gas pumping (at Campau Comer) and other fundraisers," said Warren. (Photo by Cathy Rueter) JEJOMdi 24 HOUR TEST DRIVE IS BACK AT 03 CHEVY IMPALA REBATE __ Making music to help prevent child abuse Managers Special ^14/99 91? ^>z99 IQS d£>z99 922 d29>99 922 Regular Oil Change Premium Oil Change Coolant Flush Trans Flush \< ) “DOC FEE" DEALER S H-37 IN HASTINGS - 269-M5-2425 -800-235-2425 500 ARLINGTON ST. (M-37) NM— MIDDLEVILLE Mp; 795-5550 on site at /J3F51 ~settw* the pace Va/vo/tne �The Sun and News. MKkUevilte. September 23, 2003/ Page 13 Find out why Odyssey of the Mind is good for kids by Patricia Johns Staff Writer Thom apple Kellogg assis­ tant superintendent Patricia Koeze invites parents to come discover what makes the Odyssey of the Mind pro­ gram so good for students. She hopes that more parents will be inspired to be coach­ es which will enable more students to participate in this team based creative problem solving activity. A meeting for parents is scheduled for 7 p.m. in the all purpose room at Page Elementary school. There will be a a presentation on the program, some coaches of previous teams will talk about their experiences and sign up forms will be avail­ able at this meeting. TK students who have participated in OM before praise its fun and hard work. Matthew Davidson who was on the only team to com­ pete at last year’s regional* says, “it’s a really cool expe­ rience. You should try it to sec if you like it. You get to meet new people, be creative and you get to perform.’’ Ninth grader Ashlcc Bums who performed as Omer in the problem "Omer’s Amazing Adventure" as a seventh grader, enjoyed writing plays and acting in them. She was part of one of the teams com­ peting at the state level in 2002. "The traveling was fun, too." she says. Elena Gormley who has been on OM teams since first grade is looking forward to being on a high school team this year. She says, "OM is a Gold’s Gym for your brain. You learn to think on your feet and how to cope when things go wrong.’’ Fifth grader Ciera Ward is on a team coached by her father. Tom. While she real­ ly enjoys performing with her OM team she says one of the hardest things is not being able to ask her parents for help. Coaches are really facilita­ tors for the teams but they don’t provide answers. Ciera says. "I like knowing we found the solution our­ selves” Jennie Berryman is already excited about work­ ing on one of this year’s problems. Her mom Lisa took a year away from coaching and is also eager to work with a team. “I really enjoy seeing kids grow and change.” she says. Ibe 2003-2004 Odyssey of the Mind Long-term Problems will stretch team members skills, talents and they will do it w ith cost guidelines. Most solution budgets are $135. All solu­ tions must be performed within an 8 minute time limit. Teams are made up of 5-7 members and once mem­ bers are selected they cannot quit. This year’s problems include vehicle creation, balsa balancing, art creation and creature features. A few jokes will come in handy for Ciera Ward and her team members enjoyed solving their Odyssey of the Mind chal­ lenge last year. She can’t wait to start until next year. Odyssey of the Mind participants praise the program for helping them become more creative? Pictured here are Mathew Davidson, Elena Gormley and Ashlee Bums. some solutions as well In Envirover the team's problem is to build and drive a human-powered Envirover vehicle that will collect trash and deliver it to a Factory, where it will be used to man­ ufacture a product of the team’s design. The team will present an original prototype of the product then use the trash to produce five samples of the product The team will also create and present a humorous sales pitch for its product that takes place in a store setting. The Strategy Sphere is sponsored by the National Aeronautic and Space Administration. Teams are encouraged to explore the NASA website. This techni­ cal problem requires teams to design and build two devices that will mechanical­ ly propel balls through a cir­ cular hoop. The location of the devices will determine the value of the points scored when the ball passes through the hoop. Teams will also create a device to retrieve the balls after they are launched. All aspects of the problem solution will be integrated into a theme about how a change in the Earth’s geosphere affects the atmos­ phere. In the Fantastic Art prob­ lem. teams will create and present a performance that includes works of art that come alive w hen no one can see them and return to their original state when others are around. The team will make four works of art: two will be replicas of works by artists from a list, and two will be original works created by the team The performance will include at least one scene where the works of an come to life and interact with each other. The performance will also include a character that is not part of the works of art. Glue and some engineer­ ing skill and lots of muscles are required to solve the Balancing Act problem which calls for the team to design, build and test an asymmetrical structure made of balsa wixxl and glue. The structure will be wider at its top than at its base. The structure will be tested by balancing and supporting as much weight as possible. The team will also create a container that will transport the structure a maximum dis­ tance of 20 feet The contain­ er and structure may not be touched while they are trav­ eling. Featured Creature solu­ tions will include an under­ standing of mythology and the ability to create and pres­ ent an original performance about mythological crea­ tures. The team will choose a mythological creature from a list and make the audience aware of its characteristics. The team will also create its own "mythological" creature and present a legend that includes that creature and its unique physical characteris­ tics and special power. The performance will include a stage set that changes. The Rewind With Humor problem is for the youngest students in grades K-2. This is a non-competitive prob­ lem which gives young stu­ dents a taste of the OM expe­ rience. The team will create a performance that tells a story in reverse -- from the end to the beginning. The story will have a beginning, a middle, and an end, but the team will present it back­ wards. Therefore, the per­ formance will start out with the ending of the story, then show the middle, and end with the beginning. The team will tell at least three jokes during its performance. In addition to the long term problems listed above, teams will compete to solve a spontaneous problem on the spot during regional competition TK teams have done very well in this type of problem solving which can be a verbal puzzle, construe non puzzle or a combination of the two Teams will prac­ tice the various types of problems in preparation for regional competition According to the official Odyssey of the Mind website the program teaches students to learn creative problem­ solving methods while hav­ ing fun in the process. For more than 20 years, this unique program has helped teachers generate excitement in their students. By tapping into creativity, and through encouraging imaginative paths to problem solving, students learn skills that will provide them with the ability to solve problems - great and small - for a lifetime. Students learn to work together and develop team­ building skills. Anyone who cannot attend the Odyssey of the Mind program for parents on Tuesday, Sept. 30 should contact Koeze at 795-3313. Additional information about the Odyssey of the y011 Mind program is on their website, w ww.odysseyofthemind.com. knppM ft September 22"1 4$ QVisli (Item a linppij anniueAsaAy Have a great time in Ireland! Lope—April, Blake & Amanda Since 1921 Heffron Farms has been proud of the products raised right on our farm! We take pride in providing you with high quality “Naturally Grown” meats that you will be proud to serve at your table! Our Newest Farm Market Is At... CALEDONIA CROSSINGS PLAZA 9028 N. Rodgers, Caledonia (616) 891-8555 Stop in at any of our Farm Markets: PLAINFIELD PLAZA CLYDE PARK PLAZA 1-96 and Plainfield Avenue (616) 3634175 54th St and Clyde Park (616) 5344414 BELDING FARM MARKEI <at the Farm) 7724 Ashley (616) 794-2527 “Bringing Our Farm To You.” �* Page 14/The Sun and News. Middleville, September 23. 2003 Zoning yo-yo at Thornapple Township by Patricia Johns Staff Writer There has been another swing of the zoning yo-yo in Thornapple Township. The Drogowski property which had been rezoned earlier this year to residential from agri­ culture residential returned to the Sept. 15 planning commission meeting for consideration. Rezonmg of 60 acres of this 140 parcel back to AR was not recommended by the planning commission. This recommendation went to the township board. At that time the board asked the planning commission to reconsider since the owner of the prop­ erty had agreed to return the entire 140 acres back to AR. Following a detailed discus- CALEDONIA TOWNSHIP CALEDONIA TOWNSHIP BOARD September 17, 2003 Present Harnson, Snyder. Cardwell, Bravata. Bujak. and Stauffer Absent Robertson Also Present Planner/Mana­ ger Zyistra. Utilities Administrator Pierson. Deputy Clerk Palmer, Attorney Jim White. Engineer Randy Wilcox and several citi­ zens Supervisor Harnson called the regular Caledonia Township meeting to order at 7:02 p.m Supervisor Harrison led the Pledge and Invocation CONSIDERATION OF THE AGENDA: None PUBLIC COMMENT: Clarence Slaughter discussed his concern with the TAM con­ tracts and the water and sewer protects Bill McNeilley request ed Snyder to step down from her position Jerry Good commend­ ed the Board for their actions regarding the utility projects and the work they have put into them CONSENT AGENDA: Snyder removed the budget as she needs to amend the budget Moved Bravata. second Harnson to approve the consent agenda minus 5C - approval to pay bills Ayes All MOTION CARRIED Moved Snyder, second Harnson to amended the Clerk's budget by changing Medical Reimbursement to $2400.00. Professional Services to $750.00, and Health Insurance to $1250.00 Ayes: All MOTION CARRIED. Moved Harrison, sec ond Bravata to approve the approval to pay bills. Ayes: All. MOTION CARRIED. INQUIRY OF CONFLICT OF INTEREST. Stauffer removed himself from item 9 A - 2nd Reading - Ordinance to amend the Caledonia Township Zoning Ordinance for Stauffer Cove. REPORT FROM BOARD OFFICERS AND STAFF: None CORRESPONDENCE: Harrison discussed correspon­ dence from the Library Committee looking to fill an open seat, and Fred Fleischman regarding the LeBarge Dam. 2ND READING - ORDI­ NANCE TO AMEND ORDI­ NANCE FOR STAUFFER COVE: Stauffer abstained from voting Discussion was held. Moved Snyder, second Bravata to adopt an ordinance to amend the Zoning Ordinance of the Township ol Caledonia - R-2 Rezoning of lands at 10173 Duncan Lake Ave - Stauffer Cove Roll call vote Ayes All MOTION CARRIED. CONSIDER GARDEN GROVE CONSENT JUDGMENT AMENDMENT: Attorney Jim White discussed the item John Lepard discussed his frustration ano the urgency of the uttrties needing to be moved along as they are holding up many other projects He requested the Board take any action to promptly enable hts project to be started Mike Berg of Dykema Excavators discussed he trustra tion of the delay of utilities which has delayed his projects Clarence Slaughter would like to see the park move forward Hamson discussed the $50 000 pertaining to the stop light stay ing at the amount that was ongi naily agreed upon Bujak d»s cussed hts concern Cardwell discussed the water and sewer tor this property are being paid by the developer Bravata thanked the engineers attorneys and Rich Pierson Moved Bravata. second Snyder to approve the Garden Grove con­ sent judgment amendment Ayes Harrison. Snyder. Cardwell, Bravata. and Stauffer Nay Bujak MOTION CARRIED. CONSIDER REVISION TO TAM WATER CONTRACT: Attorney Jim White explained the revisions to the T&M water and sewer contracts Moved Cardwell, second Bravata to adopt a resolution to approve and authonze execution of water system extension agreement with T&M Partners. LLC. Ayes Snyder Cardwell Bravata. ano Stauffer. Nay Harrison and Bujak MOTION CARRIED. CONSIDER REVISION TO T&M SEWER CONTRACT: Moved Cardwell, second Bravata to adopt a resolution to approve and authorize execution of sewer system extension agreement with T&M Partners. LLC Ayes Snyder. Cardwell. Bravata. and Stauffer Nay Harrison and Bujak MOTION CARRIED. CONSIDER BOND AUTHO­ RIZING RESOLUTION FOR CAPITAL IMPROVEMENT BONDS: Attorney Jim White dis cussed the item Bujak dis cussed his concerns Moved Cardwell, second Snyder to adopt a resolution to authonze issuance of capital improvement bonds with an amendment to change the date of the bonds to October 1, 2003 and the first date to pay the bond to May 1, 2004 pending the signing of the consent judgment by T&M water and sewer contracts. Ayes: Snyder, Cardwell, Bravata, and Stauffer Nay: Harrison and Bujak MOTION CARRIED. MOTION TO SET DATE FOR CHERRY VALLEY PUBLIC HEARING: Attorney Jim White discussed the item. Bujak dis­ cussed his concerns Moved Cardwell, second Snyder to set the public hearing date for Cherry Valley special assess­ ment district on October 15. 2003 Moved Harnson, second Snyder to amend the motion to set heanrg times at 7:30 for the district and 7:35 tor the roll. Vote on the amendment Ayes: All. MOTION CARRIED. Vote on the motion. Roll call vote Ayes Snyder, Cardwell. Bravata. and Stauffer Nay Harnson and Bujak MOTION CARRIED MOTION TO ACCEPT BID EXTENSION WITH CALEDO­ NIA EXCAVATING TO DEC. 31, 2003- Attorney Jim White dis cussed the issue Moved Bravata. second Cardwell to accept the bid extension with Caledonia excavating to December 31. 2003. Roll call vote Ayes: Hamson. Snyder, Caroweil Bravata and Stauffer Nay Bujak MOTION CARRIED AUTHORIZE ACQUISITION OF EASEMENT FOR BOND ISSUE PROJECTS (CON­ SUMERS ENERGY $6,000.00): Ublfties Admmtshatex dtscussec the item Moved Snyder second Stauffer to authonze acquisition of easement tor bond issue proj­ ects Roll caM vote Ayes Hamson Snyder Cardwell Bravata ano Staufte' Nay Butak MOTION CARRIED PURCHASE OF NEW TAX ADMINISTRATION SOFT­ WARE: Cardwet orscussec the «em and the need tor the sort ware as the County is no longer going tc provide the system Hamson asked sever a ques­ tions Bujak questioned « tos ts the only software available Cardwell explained that the Treasurer s of the County have decided toe s the best software to use and there will be other positive items with usmg this sys­ tem Moved Hamson second Bravata to approve the purchase of new tax administration soft­ ware from BS&A with a maxi­ mum of $10,000 Ayes: All. MOTION CARRIED. COLLECTION OF VILLAGE TAXES: Cardwell discussed this item Discussion was held. Moved Snyder, second Stauffer tor the Township to begin collect­ ing taxes for the Village for a charge of $50 per parcel and the 1% administration fee Ayes: All. MOTION CARRIED. POW-MIA RECOGNITION DAY - RESOLUTION: Harrison discussed the item Moved Stauffer second Snyder to adopt a resolution to provide for the designation of September 19, 2003 as POW-MIA recognition day. Roll call vote Ayes: All. MOTION CARRIED CABLE TV PUBLIC ACCESS CHANNEL - INDEPENDENT NON-PROFIT CORPORATION: Harrison discussed the item. Moved Bravata. second Bujak to direct legal council to create an independent entity - a 501C3 non-profit orgamzatior al agree ment for the Cable TV Public Access Channel Ayes: All. MOTION CARRIED. CABLE TV PUBLIC ACCESS CHANNEL AUTHORIZE DRAFTING OF OPERATIONAL CONTRACT: Harnson discussed the item. Cardwell questioned why we could not use another entities contract as a template. Kerry Dewitt discussed how he would like to volunteer his time to help with the public access. Bujak offered to sit on the Board if a Township official should act in this capacity Bravata would like to keep the Village in the loop Moved Bravata, second Harrison to direct legal council to draft an ojjerational contract for the Cable TV Public Access Channel Ayes All MOTION CARRIED. BOARD COMMENTS: Bravata discussed the cemetery improvements He apologized for his oversight of not pulling a per­ mit from the Drain Commission Hamson discussed his meeting with the Road Commission and requesting from MDOT to look at M-37 at 100th St and 92nd St and doing a new traffic study in -egards to traffic lights Bujak is glad the consent judgment and the bond issue ts behind us. PUBLIC COMMENT (EXTENDED): Clarence Slaughter discussed the public access channel Kns Apoi dis­ cussed comments made during the meeting regarding villainous acts that are being ta^en aga- ist Board members Kns Apoi earlier requested a Board meeting be held at toe Barber School and Hamson may take her up up on that during Octode' Richard Cnssman commended toe Board and decussed zoning issues that keep restoents from seeing items on ther own property He would take people io be able to do as they please without gong too tar Hamson responded to Mr Cnssman Bujak discussed issues regankng toe storing of recreational vehetes ADJOURNMENT Moved CardweM second Snyder to adjourn Ayes Ail MOTION CARRIED Pamoa Snyder Caiedorka Townshp Cterk sion of what special uses were allowed in AR and not R R since the purchaser of the 60 acres wanted to raise show cattle on the property and might want to sell flow­ ers at that location. The planning commission did recommend to the board of trustees for consideration at their October 13 meeting that the entire parcel be returned to the AR zoning. The planning commission approved special use permits for a kennel run by Bruce and Tammy DeWitt to train dogs for Paws with a Cause at a 30 acre site on Finkbeiner Road; an in home hair salon for Susan Vachon and a private road permit for Bravata Construction for a small development on Bender Road. Tim Fredericks will work with planner Geoff Moffat on details of the drainage and sign placement for his prop­ erty on Spring Creek Court. Fredericks is bringing his trailer sales business from Caledonia to the Thornapple Township location on M-37. Commissioners raised questions about traffic pat­ terns. The final plans for drainage and lighting will come back to the Commission ill October. The next meeting of the Thornapple Township plan­ ning commission is on Monday. October 20 at 7 p.m. in the township hall. DDA works to complete Blueprint tasks by Patricia Johns Staff Writer The members of the Downtown Development Authority has begun to work on the tasks set forth in the blueprint to promote the development of downtown. At a meeting on Sept. 16 committees were formed to work on tasks like bringing music to the gazebo. Christmas celebrations and decorations, plantings, bank cleanup and more. The members approved the facade requirements. Village and township plan­ ner Geoff Moffat told them, “once you use this tool you may have to adjust it to make it work the way you want it to.’* The Downtown Development Authority is a tax capture district designed to use tax funds to improve conditions within the area covered by the tax capture. Members of the authority are Catherine Beyer. Mike Lytle, Kevin McGee. Shellie McQueen. Lon Myers. Eldon Newmyer, Rex Schad, Rick Winans. and Audrey VanStrien. To work on the Blueprint process with the Hyatt/Palma firm Township supervisor Don Boysen. Dixie StadelManshum. director of the Barry County Economic Alliance and Kevin Konarska. superintendent of Thornapple Kellogg schools were added to the committee. The DDA meets monthly on the third Tuesday of each month in the Village of Middleville Hall. The meet­ ings are open to the public. GET ALL THE NEWS OF BARRY COUNTY! Subscribe to the Hastings Banner. Call 945-9554 for more information. Lucky Duck Bob Cisler (left) receives a check from the Middleville Rotary’s Eldon Newmyer. Cisler was the first prize win­ ner in the Heritage Days Duck Race. The local Rotary Club uses the funds it raises for community projects. Newmyer says, “We put all the profits toward scholar­ ships and other community projects." CHARTER TOWNSHIP OF CALEDONIA COUNTY OF KENT, MICHIGAN PUBLIC HEARING ON BUDGET FOR 2004 FISCAL YEAR PUBLIC NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN toat toe Township Board of toe Charter Township of Caledonia will hold a public hearing on October 1, 2003 al 700 p.m at toe Caledonia Township and Village Hall 250 South Mapfe Street, Caledonia. Michigan, to hear and consider comments regarding toe proposed Township budget tor toe January 1,2004, through December 31,2004, fie cal year A copy of the proposed budget is available for public inspection at the Caledonia Township and village Hall 250 South. Maple Street Caledonia. Michigan, during Township business hours The property tax millage ratefs) proposed to be levied to support the proposed budget will be a subject of this hear­ ing. Al interested persons may attend toe pubfic hearing on October 1, 2003, and be heard with respect to toe proposed budget and toe proposed property tax millage ratefs; The notice is given pursuant to Ad 43 of toe Pubic Ads of Michigan of 1963 (Second Extra Session), as amended. Dated September 5. 2003 TOWNSHIP BOARD OF THE CHARTER TOWNSHIP OF CALEDONIA �The Sun and News. Mnidtevilie. September 23. 2003/ Page 15 Bond issue, continued from page 1 Trustee Bill Bravata said the utilities project was a dif­ ficult and divisive issue that had taken a lot of work He said these efforts had result­ ed in some people villainizing those who were in favor of it, which he did not appre­ ciate. and called them "trou­ blemakers." Resident John Lepard. whose family construction projects await utilities and hinged on the other contracts being approved, said he had been frustrated over the delays to building the resi­ dential developments and public park. He said he could not move to another project while this one was stalled. "We have relied upon, perhaps to our detriment, commitments that have been made about when we could expect things to happen, like the extension of water and sewer.’’ he said, saying they had been told this would happen in April, then in August, to November, and now had been told its not likely to happen until after that. He said the Lepard proj­ ects. Cherry Valley Woods and Cherry Valley Meadows had been held hostage to approval of the Garden Grove consent judgment. He asked the board to act in fair­ ness, and lake action to "enable our project to pro­ ceed and to be served with ... waler and sewer." Mike Berg, speaking for Spring Valley, another development off 84th Street and M-37 said his project had likewise been delayed for two years, and would like to move ahead. During public comment, village resident Clarence Slaughter said the decisions were problematic to tax pay­ ers, mentioning serving spe­ cial interests and conflicts of interest by decision makers. He said some users would pay $5,000 to hook up to water and sewer and Garden Grove taxpayers would pay $6,000 per unit. He suggest­ ed public referendums could be circulated against the board. Other residents commend­ ed the board on the work done and said the township was fortunate to be able to get utilities installed. Citizen Kris Apol responded to Bravata's com­ ments about villainizmg offi­ cials who worked to estab­ lish public utilities. She said the public has a right to a difference of opin­ ion over various issues and said if certain actions are seen as villainous, officials might sometimes have been seen as villains, but being in a political office includes dealing with this kind of dif­ ference of opinion, and the people should be allowed to freely express their opinions. Regarding background, a revised site plan was needed to support another amend­ ment on June 18. granted to former Garden Grove own­ ers Paul and Tom Garbow. to accommodate changes rec­ ommended by Porter Hills, a firm specializing in con­ structing retirement facili­ ties. Porter Hills requested changing parcel G to include 49 two-story apartments instead of 40 and reduce the apartment size. Tim Alspec spoke for Porter Hills in June and said HUD standards set the num­ ber of units, size, and other community amenities to be provided in each building for the residents, such as a com­ munity room for 100. dining facilities, a beauty shop, a common garden area, an exercise room, and laundry. The apartments, smaller than planned for in the con­ sent judgment, would be an average of 520 square feet, one bedroom, with kitchen, bath, living, dining and stor­ age space included. HUD authorities have found the smaller apartments are more suited to single senior needs. Alspec said all facilities follow the plan prescribed by HUD. He pointed out the community space in the structure helps supplement the space needs of the resi­ dents. The apartments meet the needs of low income peo­ ple for a quality of life they can afford. In other business, the township board: • Approved setting up an independent non-profit board to oversee the opera­ tions of the Cable TV Public Access televising in the community. The township attorney was authorized to draft an operational agree­ ment from other established models. A budget for costs must yet be decided, as well as who will be on the over­ sight board and who will staff the televising. At pres­ ent, various representatives from the community are planned to be selected. • Granted the rezoning of 40 acres owned bv Trustee Larry Stauffer from agricul­ tural use to R-2. Medium Density Residential. Stauffer recused himself from the action because of conflict of interest. Ron VanSmgel. rep­ resenting him, said eight one-acre parcels were planned for residential use on a private road on the Dig A Tree JK Transplanting ______ 50 ’ & 45"Spade SpadeTrucks Trucks State Inspected & Licensed Nursery Colorado Blue & Black Hill Spruce 6' - 12* Reasonable rates up to 5’ in diameter — Afoie or sell yours or ours — ONE YEAR GUARANTEE 269-795-2232 ‘Trees make a uwid of difference" • Add Property Value • Accents • Borders • Lot Lines Year Round Green • Shade • Uildiife upland portion of the proper­ ty. off Duncan Lake Avenue The development will be called Stauffer Cove. • Purchased new tax administration VS & A soft­ ware. expected to cost around $10,000. Treasurer Cardwell reviewed the need and pointed out the township will have to provide addi­ tional services, as well, at an unknown cost. Kent County abandoned its plan for a centralized tax system. Software for the tax administration will cost $4,995 plus conversion costs. A personal property tax module was also offered at $2500. she said. Real property taxes would still be collected by Kent County after March 1. Cardwell said most town­ ships would change to the same software, reducing the individual cost of conversion to around $5,000. She said all but two Kent County assessors had decided to go with the same system as it is compatible with the existing programs. Kent County is purchasing county roll-over software, in addition. The plan for a centralized system by the county would have cost the township around $160,000 for six years. • Agreed to the collection of village taxes by the town­ ship for specified fees. • Amended the budget for the clerk’s department to lower the medical reim­ bursement. lower profession­ al services and add health insurance and medical bene­ fits, with no overall change to the department budget. • Received correspon­ dence from citizen Fred Fleischmann, who comment­ ed that the owner of Labarge Dam was not meeting required obligations. He sug­ gested the township consider assuming ownership of the property. • Heard Harrison say Kent District Library is seeking citizen nominations for rep­ resentatives to serve on its board, with members from Gaines. Caledonia and Kentwood. He also said the Kent County Board of Commissioners is asking for volunteers to work on boards and commissions. Township Board members were asked to contact individuals to serve. • Designated Sept. 19 as POW/MIA recognition day in the township. CHARTER TOWNSHIP OF CALEDONIA COUNTY OF KENT, MICHIGAN At a regular meeting of the Township Board of the Charter Township of Caledonia, held al the Township and Village Hall. 250 South Maple Street. Caledonia Michigan, on the 17th day of September. 2003. at 7 pm. PRESENT Members Harrison. Snyder. Cardwell Bravata Buiak Stauffer ABSENT Members: Robertson The following ordinance was offered by Snyder and supported by Bravata ORDINANCE NO. 03-Z AN ORDINANCE to amend the Zoning Ordinance of the Township of Caledonia (R-2 Rezoning of Lands at 10173 Duncan Lake Avenue - Larry Stauffer) THE CHARTER TOWNSHIP OF CALEDONIA ORDAINS Section J The Zoning Ordinance of the Charter Township of Caledonia vs hereby amended by the amendment of Section 4 2 thereof, the Zoning Map. so as to rezone the following described lands from the A Agricultural District to the R-2 Medium Density Single Family District The Northwest 1/4 of the Northwest 1/4 of Section 32. Town 5 North. Range 10 West except that part thereof described as commencing at the Northwest corner of said sec tion. thence South 570 feet, thence North 21’ East 240 feet thence Northeasterly to the North section line at a point 454 feet East of the Northwest corner of said section, thence West 454 feet to the point of beginning, Caledonia Township. Kent County. Michigan Section 2 Effective Date/Publication This Ordinance shall become effective seven days after its publication or seven days after the publication of a notice of adoption In a local newspaper of general circulation in the Township AYES: Members Bujak. Bravata. Cardwell. Harrison. Snyder NAYS: Members:______ ABSTAIN: Stauffer ORDINANCE DECLARED ADOPTED Bryan Harrison, Supervisor Charter Township of Caledonia Patricia Snyder, Clerk Charter Township of Caledonia STATE OF MICHIGAN COUNTY OF KENT } 1 “ } I hereby certify that the foregoing is a true and complete copy of an Ordinance adopted by the Township Board of the Charter Township of Caledonia at a regular meet­ ing held on the date first stated above, and I further certify that public notice of such meeting was given as provided by law. Patricia Snyder, Clerk Charter Township of Caledonia First Reading: Second Reading: Ordinance becomes effective: September 3.2003 September 17,2003 September 30. 2003 Caledonia Fire Rescue Thanks Local Businesses! Recently, there has been several articles in our local papers as well as the GR Press on the TRICOUNTY FIRE team (Caledonia, Dutton, Wayland and TTES) winning the 1st annual Plane Pull which raised over $20,000 for Special Olympics of Michigan. Sporting a $1,200 entry fee, the members of Caledonia Fire Rescue turned to local businesses to help with the entry fee. And did they ever’ In just 2 days Caledonia Businesses contributed $ 1,700 towards this worthy cause and made not only winning possible, but also afforded our team the honor of raising the most money. With that said, we would like to thank the following businesses: Studio Salon State Bank of Caledonia Precision Rentals of Caledonia Autu Value Caledonia Parts & Service Caledonia Amoco/BP Seif Chevrolet Smith Diamond Realty May nard’s Water Speedway of Caledonia Solid Impact Fitness Center Seif Chiropractic, Hastings City Bank - Caledonia The Staff & Patients of Advantage Health Technical Energy Solutions Caledonia State Farm Insurance - Ken Visser Caledonia Library Caleodnia Rent-All A very special thank you to... Sunset Landscape, Oakridge Builders, Buer Well Drilling, Revival W indows of Caledonia, Tom Garbow and Caledonia Lumber and Ed’s Body Shop & Quality Auto Glass 99 06572401 I �Page 16/The Sun and News Middleville. September 23. 2003 Arts Council fall class times scheduled The Thomapple Arts Council has set the 2003 visual art class schedule for October. All classes will be held at the TAC gallery at 117 State St. in Hastings. Youth (ages 8-14) and adult (starting at age 15) art classes begin on Tuesday. Oct. 7. On Tuesdays, Thomapple Township artist Insson Felch will teach Watercolor Magic for the beginning or experi­ enced young artist. Student will learn basic watercolor techniques then experiment with special effects. Felch will work with students at all levels. The cost is $35 plus a $15 supply fee. Classes will be held on Oct. 7, 14. 21. and 28 from 4 to 5:30 p.m. Felch will teach a water­ color class for adults from 6 to 8 p.m. on the same dates. She will encourage adults to create a masterpiece from their imaginations. Cost for the adult class is $45. plus the $15 supply fee. On Wednesdays Oct. 8. 15. 22. and 29 instructor Oz Rinkcy will give students a beginning sculpture experi­ ence with his Metal and Jewelry sculpture class. This class will use beads, old jew­ la elry. clay wire and much more to create objects or jew ­ elry of the student's own design. For adults he will focus on jewelry' and metal arts and help adult students create art jewelry of their own design. The cost of the youth class is $35. plus the $15 supply fee. The classes will be held from 4 to 5:30 p.m. The adult classes will be held from 6 to 8 p.m. and cost $45. plus the $15 supply fee. Hastings artist Bob Brandt shares his drawing talents with young and adult artists on Thursdays. Oct. 9.16, 23. and 30. The Youth class will focus on a “Cartoon Caravan" where students will learn to create cartoon characters based on movies, books and television. It will be held from 4 to 5:30 p.m. and the cost is $35. plus a $15 supply fee. He will help adults develop basic drawing skills through the observation of still life, landscape and people. He says, “students will learn about line, value, space, tex­ ture and proportion.” The adult class will be held from 6 Io 8 p.m. at a cost of $45. plus the $15 supply fee. Also in October the TAC is NEW TRI-LEVEL sponsoring a tnp to Chicago to see “Manet and the Sea: Voyage to Impressionism.” The cost of the trip is $65 per person. Reservations can be made bv calling the TAC at 945-2002. Artists interesting in con­ tributing their work for the annual art auction should bring it to the gallery by Tuesday. Sept. 30. The art auction. "Rocking into the Holidays” will be on Saturday. Nov. 15. at the MiddieVilla Inn at 4611 North M-37 Highway. Appetizers, cocktails and live jazz at 6 p.m. will be fol­ lowed by dinner and live and silent auctions. The annual art gallery pre­ view of items in the auction begins with an artists recep­ tion on Thursday, Oct. 6, at 6 p.m. Following the reception with refreshments and an opportunity to meet local artists, the exhibit will be open during TAC's regular hours until Nov. 13. The TAC also is sponsor­ ing a raffle for two round trip airline tickets to Las Vegas with a three night stay at the Pans Hotel. Tickets are $10 each and the winner will be announced at the auction. For information on any Thomapple Arts Council events call 945-2002 or via e mail at tacbc@wmis.net. Need wedding invitations? OVER 1,600 sq. ft. Sept. 11 remembrance focus is on patriotism The remembrance of the events of Sept. 11. 2001 at Page Elementary School in the Thomapple Kellogg school district were a solemn time with a focus of on patriot­ ism. Here the entire school pledges their fealty to the flag. Band boosters set craft sale Thomapple Kellogg Band Boosters' Third Annual Craft Show will be held on Saturday. Oct. 18 from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. at Thomapple Kellogg High School in Middleville. Interested crafters may call 269-945-1461 formore infor­ mation or mail a self­ addressed. stamped envelope to TK Band Boosters. P. O. Box 232, Middleville. Ml. 49333 Information is also avail­ able via e-mail at tkbandbooster@hotmail.com. Caledonia Stop by and check out student the large selection expelled Nestled in the pines at Pine Haven Estates at J-Ad Graphics Printing Plus Three bedrooms, two full baths, large kitchen, large dry walled garage, Great Room. Rec. Room, private setting. $159,900 891-8982 or 891-8457 eves. (Directions: M-37 I 112 miles west of county fairgrounds. North of Hastings I 0,51 ====_^_=,. on M-43 Highway in the grey bam JOB FAIR MANPOWER OF HASTINGS to be held at By Cathy Rueter Staff Writer The Caledonia Board of Education met in closed ses­ sion after the regular school board meeting last Tuesday to consider student discipli­ nary action against a Caledonia High School freshman. A decision was made to The Middleville Stars, youth division, brought their tai expel the male student due to ents to the Middleville Stars talent show and picnic din (non-weapon) assault of ner which ended the Heritage Days entertainment on another student. the lawn of the Middleville Reformed Church. Pictured At the request of the stu­ dent’s parents, the meeting from left in the front row are Tyler and Marissa was held as a closed session Swanson, Leanne Crisher, Lia Tandy, and Tiffani as provided in Michigan Harrington in the second row and Alama Haselden, Elena Gormley and Abby Rohrer in the back row School Law. Stars of the show Thursday, September 25th 9:00 a.m. - 3:00 p.m. DIRECTOR OF HOME HEALTH PENNOCK HEALTH SERVICES 5 seeking a General Labor, Assembly, Machine Operators, Welders, Inspection Director of Pennock Home Care. Responsibilities include program development and management, standards of practice, staffing, budgeting and productivity. Must be able to coordinate a multi-disciplinary work team. A Bachelors Degree is required. Masters Degree preferred, plus two to five years of expe­ rience at various levels of management in a home health environment. Must possess strong written and oral communication skills. A Registered Nurse is preferred, however will consider other candidates that meet the above men­ tioned criteria. Please submit resume, including letter of introduction to: Upcoming positions in the Hastings, Ionia, Lowell and Ada areas Pay rates range from $7.50 - $11.00 * Qualified candidates must have reliable transportation, be drug free and have a positive work history. * To be considered for an interview, please bring driver’s license, social security card and our three most current past employers including dates worked, complete addresses and phone numbers. Pennock Health Services 1009 West Green Street Hastings. Ml 49058 Attn Human Resources Contact Manpower of Hastings todav for further details <269)948-3000 XX MANPOWER 127 N. Market St.. Hastings. Ml 49058 H)F V || | i Phone. (269)948-3112; Fax: (269)945-0825 E-mail to Iking®pennockhealth com See our website at www.pennockhealth.com �The Sun and News. Middfevitte. September 23, 2003 Page 17 Tore the Library’ mini-golf to return Lizzie Emerson. 21/2, gets a little help from her grandma, Sharon Emerson, while playing miniature golf during the final weekend of the Fore the Library fundraising event. Two holes later, Lizzie putted by her­ self for a hole in one! (Photo by Cathy Rueter) by Patricia Johns Staff Writer The creativity of business­ es m the greater Caledonia community was much in evi­ dence over the past two weekends as the Fnends of the Caledonia Library worked to raise money in the ‘Fore the Library” special mini-golf activity. Caledonia Library branch manager Jane Heiss says. “It was a grand event. Everyone who came had a wonderful time. It was a lot of work. We will be storing the golf holes that were not sold in the auction for future events.” During the past wed the Fnends' hole celebrating “The Cat in the Hat” was a featured attraction in the library. Heiss would be interested in hearing from any local businesses who were not able to create a hole for this event who might be interest­ ed in creating a hole later this year. The possibilities are endless. A mouth full of teeth with braces from a local ortho­ dontist, a black board with eraser from the schools, a football player with helmet and pads as obstacles or ....? Anyone with ideas an con- This is the “real" bridge created by Wilcox as part of the Fore the library cam­ paign Quality work at competitive prices Senior Citizen Discounts tact Heiss at the library on 616-647-3840. The next Friends spon­ sored event is a country dance at 7 p.m. in the Caledonia Fire Bam Saturday. Oct. 25. 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It didn't hurt that Wayland quarterback Adam Gensler continually had to be getting up off his back. “We felt like we could put some pressure on them." said TK coach Tim Penfield. The Trojans couldn't have imagined things would work out as well as they did. Senior outside linebacker Mark Rolison led the charge into the Wildcat backfield all night, finishing the contest with seven tack les. including five sacks. Penfield said in the Trojans' scheme put in for Friday by defensive coaches Mark Uyl, Skip Prangcr, and Pat Marsman, Rolison would be the linebacker who would be free Io chase after the quarterback. And chase he did. “We're so well coached. We knew exactly what plays they were throwing at us. It made it easy to get to that quarterback,” said Rolison. All five of Rolison’s sacks were for huge losses, 45 yards total, which helped the Trojans hold Wayland TK’s Mark Rolison (4) pushes away Wayland fullback Matt Daley (23) before sack­ ing ‘Cat quarterback Adam Gensler. Rolison had five sacks in the Trojans’ 6-0 win over Wayland Friday. (Photo by Brett Bremer) TK safety Jordan Hartley (81) and defensive back Kurt Bray (2) break up a pass intended for Wayland’s Brad Buell (33) in the second half. (Photo by Brett Bremer) to just 156 total yards. TK managed 203 total yards on offense. Every one of the sacks was huge, but two stand out for obvious reasons. In the second quarter a Rolison sack set up the only score of the ball game. The sack forced a third-and-very long, and after a Wayland punt TK started with the ball at its own 45. TK then ran the ball eight times, ending in a short TD plunge by Adam Loveless. The extra point was no good and the Trojans clung to a 6-0 for the remainder of the ball game. Loveless led the Trojans offensively with 63 yards on 20 carries. Scott Brooks rushed 10 times for 59 yards. Brooks also had a big day on the Trojans’ defense. He was the team's leading tackler with nine. Andrew Reeder had seven tackles for TK. 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The Trojans had a fun ride back to Middleville Friday night, but it’s always about the next game. The Trojans now have the only unblemished over­ all record of all the teams in the O-K Gold. South Christian, whom TK hosts Friday, and the Trojans are the only unbeatens in league play at 3-0. “In this O-K Gold they’re all huge,” said Penfield. “It will be another big ball game. In fact, it'll be at our place and we’ll be ready to go.” Trojan running back Scott Brooks (20) runs through the tackle of Wayland’s Jonathan Postma (left). (Photo by Brett Bremer) BLACK TOPSOIL" Screened or Unscreened Sand, Gravel, Crushed Concrete DOZER WORK Stumps, Clearing, Driveways 269-795-7830 BRUCE'S FRAME & ALIGNMENT • Hardness Friendly service in nnr shevrpcm • Iron, Sulfur & Manganese — COUPON - Ask us about 6 MONTHS INTEREST FREE • Complete Frame Repair • Professional Color Matching • Loaner Cars • Front End Alignment • Collision Repair • Glass Repair can... 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There is more than 100 years of horseshoe throwing experience on that team. The husband and wife team of Larry and Sandy Brower were the runners-up. The Heritage Day car show attracted more than 100 vehicles. Heritage Day Car Show winners announced Jim Madsen showed off his horseshoe form. The win­ ners had years and years of expenence (organizer Mike Bremer says there were more than 150 years of experi­ ence on that two person tieam.) The participants vow to return next year to challenge the winners next year at the TAPRC Heritage Day Horseshoe Tournament. Caledonia comeback at South comes up just short It's a decision that can stick in a coaches head for a long time. Caledonia's two-point conversion attempt, in the second overtime Friday night against South Christian was stuffed. The Sailors celebrat­ ed a 28-27 victory. The only decision Scot coach Tom Burrill says he may think about in the future is the play call, but not the decision to go for the two points and the victory. "1 would definitely play for the win again,” said Burrill. “We had momentum. Our kids said, let's play to win, let's go for two.’’ Ute first overtime went by scoreless, thanks in big part to the Caledonia defense which stopped the Sailors on fourth-and-goal from the 2, to preserve the 21 all tie. In overtime number two South had the ball first and scored on a 15-yard pass from quarterback Adam Syswerda to Grant Webster. It came on third-and-goal from the 15. Burrill was quick to put that at the top of the list of big plays along with the two-point try. Caledonia got the ball and scored on it’s first play, a 10yard run by Kyle Klyn. to make it 28-27. That final play took a little luster off a stellar second half comeback by the Scots. After South took a 7-0 lead on their opening posses­ sion the Scots bounced right back to score on the next series on a 76-yard TD run by Kyle Klyn. The extra point try failed, and the Sailors had a 7-6 lead. South pushed things to 216 in the second quarter, and Burrill said his team was just hanging on for dear life. Matt Harp put the life back into the Scots with a 50yard run on a third-and-9 play, hinging the ball to the South 10-yard line. Doug Burch plowed in from a yard out. and Brad Laninga's pass on the two-point conversion to Tyler Ybema was good. It Caledonia harriers make the most of their day at MSU The Caledonia varsity girls’ cross country team ran well al Forest Akkers Golf Course against the wind and tough competition Saturday They placed ninth out of 19 teams. Senior Tricia Miedema earned a medal in 13th place overall in 20:14 Sophomore Kendra Ross was 18th in 20:23. nine sec­ onds behind Miedema. and earned a medal of her own. Brandi Victory ran what coach Ellen Wilcox called a super 21:08 to place 33rd. Sara Krips improved her time by minutes, to finish at 22:23. Kendal Parbel and Nikki Muuse ran 2301 and 23:02 to close out an> other girls. lire Caledonia guys ran their way to a 12lh place fin­ ish out of 22 teams. Drew O'Malley ran a 17:27 win a medal in 28th place. The Scots' Kirk Post also broke the 18 minute mark in at 17:42. John Goebel ran an 18:21 for Caledonia, and freshmen Mike Schmkhke and Aaron Engelbert stepped up b> run­ ning a 19:06 and a 19^)7. was 21-14 at the half. Burch would score on a 23-yard run. after the Scot D had held South to a 3-andout on its first series of the second half, and the game was tied at 21. It stayed that way until the second over­ time. “We had two very good teams playing back and forth. We dominated the sec­ ond half, but they made one more play than we did.” said Burrill. The Scots biggest problem for much of the game was stopping the running game of South’s quarterback Syswerda. Syswerda rushed for 142 yards of the Sailors' 282 yards on the ground. Caledonia finished with 252 yards rushing. “I’m very proud of how they played,” said Burrill. “They were resilient. They were tough. They played with their hearts. Everyone of them did it. There were no regrets.” More than 100 cars were registered for the 2003 Heritage Day Car Show. Organizer Dawn Sheck says. “It was very hard to select the winners this year.” The winner of the stock 1920-1950 class was Vem Palmbos of Hudsonville. The winner of the stock 19511970 class was Gary Rynbrandt of Middleville. Boyce Slootmaker of Wyoming was the winner of the stock 1971-1990 award. Bob Davis of Grand Rapids won the muscle car 1964-1972 award. Don DeVecht of Grand Haven won the street rod 1920-1940 trophy with Richard and Lynette Sitzer bringing home the street machine trophy for cars made between 1941 and 1962. Leonard Stouth Jr. of Hastings won the custom 1963-83 award. Jason and Sossity Bolen brought home the award for their car in the custom 1984-2000 division. 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Call today and ask MR DRAKE for your guaranteed approval and drive a late model vehicle today!!! Call 888-404-2846 TODAY We understand bad things happen to good people so call today!! �Page 20'The Sun and News Middleville. September 23 2003 Trojan lady harriers can't be matched in Muskegon The Trojan girls' cross country team won the Oakridge Invitational in Muskegon on Saturday. TK's ladies finished with 50 points, ahead of Reeths Puffer with 62 in second place. Rebecca Winchester was second overall in Division I with a time of 20:15, and Kaleigh Page was right behind her in third place at 20:24. Jessica Stortz continues to creep back up towards the front of the pack. She was sev­ In the A’ race the Trojans’ Jessica Reil w as first overall in 22:06. On Wednesday at Johnson Park the lady Trojans picked up a pair of league victories, running better than Byron Center and South Christian. Middleville and South Christian girls' finished in the first 19 places. The Trojan’s score over Bvron Center was 15 to 50. TK topped South Christian 23 to 34. The Sailors' Lori Burgess had the fastest time of the day. 20:37, but TK had the next three and five of the next seven runners across the line Winchester led TK in For more information 21:07. Stortz w as third overall contact Rich Kunde at (616) in 21:37. followed by Page in 21:46. 765-5338. Rounding out the top five Along with the softball tournament. Fun Day for TK were Robinson at includes kids games on the 22:24. and Hoag in 22:42. The Trojan boys finished Community Center lawn, a 3-on-3 basketball tourna­ sixth out of nine team ment. Bovine Bingo. Bale Saturday at Oakridge. Chris Harkness led the Rolling, and many more fun Trojans in 21st place with a events. enth overall Saturday in 20:51. The Trojans other top fin­ ishers were Chaney Robinson in 18th at 21:40. Natalie Hoag 20th in 21:46. Kersta Gustafson 22nd in 21:54, and Aubrey Raymond in 32nd at 22:36. The remaining six teams in the standings Saturday were Whitehall 68. Fruitport 114. Ludington 115. Grand Haven 146, Plainwell 170. and Creston 243. Area teams needed for Fun Day tourney Once again, during Freeport Fun Day a co-ed softball tournament is planned. The tournament will be Saturday, September 27. Organizers are planning a six team double elimination tourney. The entry fee is $75. and game balls will be furnished. AUTO LOANS Good Credit Bad Credit Bankruptcy Liens Etc... Short Job Time Repossession Slow Pay Collections Etc... Lis You May Qualify for Better Financing Than You Think! Over 500 New & Pre-Owned Vehicles to Choose From at... WAYLAND CHEVROLET CALL NOW 1-800-713-3777 All credit applications will be accepted regardless of your past credit history Ask for Frank Hayes 31 DAYS OF SAVINGS AND MORE! THROUGH THE ENTIRE MONTH OF OCTOBER time of 18:39. Alex Robinson w as right behind him in 23rd at 18:45. TK had a team total of 163 points. Ludington won the race with 50. followed by Whitehall with 63. South Haven 66. Reeths Puffer 74. Grand Haven *B* 162. Middleville, Wyoming Park B' 173. Muskegon 211. was next in 19:34. Tim Wilson was the third Creston 229. The TK boys fell to both Trojan across the finish line, Byron Center and South crossing in 21:12. Andy Dombrowski came in at Christian last Wednesday. The Bulldogs topped the 21:39. and Mike Klouse came Trojans 24-37, and South beat in at 22:06. The Trojans run at Hastings TK 19-42. Harkness was the Trojans’ on Wednesday, then at Carson top runner in 19:10. Robinson City this Saturday. Two Scot netters win titles at Lowell The Fighting Scot varsity girls’ tennis team tied for sec­ ond with Cadillac Saturday at the Lowell Invitational, losing to Big Rapids. Two of the Scots' top sin­ gles players took home flight championships on the day. Sylvia Radzikowski won the tournament title at second sin­ gles. and Ali Steams was the third singles champ. The Scots also took second in a pair of flights. Amy Nerz was the runner-up at fourth singles. On the doubles side, it was Brianna Hormel and Carissa Van Loon teaming up at first doub's to earn second place honors. Also in the last week, the Scots split a pair of O-K Gold contests. Monday. September 15. the Scots traveled to Hastings and topped the Saxons 6-2 with six straight set victories. Winning matches for the Scots were Steams and Nerz at third an fourth singles, and all four doubles teams. Hormel and Van Loon teamed up for a 6-2. 6-3 win at first doubles. At second doubles it was Erica Donnell and Amanda Maichele scor­ ing a 6-2.6-2 victory. The third doubles pair of Amy Steinbach and Amy Modreske won 6-2. 6-4. Marie Couretas and Jessica Mariano teamed up at four doub’s for a 6-3. 6-2 victory. Things were much smoother for the Scots on Monday than they were on Wednesday when they hosted Holland Christian. Although coach Mike Wilson said his team compel ed well at each flight, the Scots lost 8-0 to the tough Manxm squad. Trojan soccer gets its first Gold win by besting Wayland The Thomapple Kellogg varsity boys’ soccer team split in a pair of O-K Gold contests last week. A well played game at South Christian Thursday however, ended in a I -0 over­ time loss for TK. ‘‘I told the guys we're play­ ing better than we did last year,” said Trojan coach Todd McCrumb. “We just don’t have that true scorer.” The Trojans' have plenty of strong players, but it doesn’t help that their best shooter is in goal right now. Jared Smith had a good game in net against South. McCrumb said he had seven strong saves. TK’s offense actually out shot the Sailors 13 to 12, but just couldn't find the back of the net. Marco Sanchez and Kalani Garber led the Trojans' defen­ sive effort which kept the score knotted up until the extra session. The Trojans took a 3-2 vic­ tory over Wayland on Tuesday, for their first league win of the year. TK is current­ ly I -3 in the Gold, and 3-4-1 overall. Edwin Cubas broke a 1-1 tie in the second half against Wayland by converting a penalty shot into a score of TK, and then the Trojans went up 3-1 when Ryan Weesie scored off an assist from Joel Vanspronsen. TK took a 1-0 lead in the contest on a goal by Mark Mejeur in the first half. Mejeur was assisted by Weesie on the play. The game was good for the Trojans because everyone got a chance to get in on the action. "We were pretty confident with the way the game was going,” said McCrumb. The ‘Cats made things interesting with a goal in the closing minutes of the contest. The Trojans paid a visit to Otsego on Monday, and then have another pair of games against touch O-K Gold com­ petition. 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September 23. 2003/ Page 21 Trojans just ahead of Scots in match that means little by Brett Bremer * Sports Editor It looked like things were setting up to be a shoot-out between Middleville and Caledonia's varsity boys’ golf teams at the Barry' County Fall Classic Friday at Hastings Country Club. While people were compar­ ing scores between those two teams, the [.akewood Vikings snuck in and earned the first place trophy. Lakewood shot a 326 in the damp. windy conditions Friday, and finished one stroke ahead of Middleville’s 327. Wayland was third with a 328. and Caledonia finished fourth with a 334. More Vikings, three, were in the final top ten than members from any other team. Aaron Hargett led Lakewood with a 79. He fin­ ished fourth overall behind Wayland's Russell VanDamelen (76), Hastings’ Brian Doozan (77), and Middleville’s Chase VandenBerg (78). lakewood's other medalists. Kevin Shettler and Paul Spit/ley. tied for fifth with Middleville's Ixvi Harold, and Wayland s Josh Bredeweg. All four golfers finished with an xi Caledonia's medalists were Loren Crandell and Abe Mulvihill. They each shot an 82 to tie for ninth place. The Scots third an fourth scores were an 34 from Chris Leatherman .and an 86 by Isaac Mulvihill. Josh Enyart and Brett Knight each carded an 84. for TK’s third and fourth scores. Caledonia’s *B' team fin­ ished seventh overall, and TK’s *B’ squad was ninth. Caledonia and Middleville will meet again a week from Wednesday at Yankee Springs, possibly with a share of the OK Gold title on the line, but both squads have some busi­ ness to contend with first. day of the year, but were still able pull out the win. Both TK and Byron Center were tied at 164 after the top four scores were added up which meant that the fifth best score would be used as the tiebreaker. Kyle Funk, playing the sixth position came in with a 43 to beat Bvron's score of 45. Low rounds for TK were VandenBerg 38. Enyart 41. Knight 42. and Harold 43. The TK Golfers has one of their best day’s on the links on Monday. September 15, when league power South Christian paid them a visit at Yankee Springs. This was a very piv­ otal league match for both teams considering both South and TK already had a loss tn conference play and could not afford another one if they hoped to keep pace w ith league leading Scots. The TK Golfers came out of the gates firing with a school record 31 by VandenBerg and a 36 by Enyart. Harold and Nicky Roush rounded out the scoring for TK with 40's. The final score of the match was TK 147. South Christian 162. The score of 147 was the best score every shot by a TK team on the Gold Course at Yankee Springs. Caledonia's Abe Mulvihill sends a putt towards the cup during his even-par-36 against Hastings on Wednesday at Hastings Country Club. (Photo by Perry Hardin) Caledonia will host Holland Christian this Wednesday, while the Trojans host Wyoming Park. TK also has a nonleague match at Gull Lake this week Thursday . Both teams picked up a pair of conference victories last week The Scots topped Hastings 160 to 176 on Wednesday to improve to 7-0 overall, and 5-0 in the Gold. Abe Mulvihill shot an even­ par-36, and Leatherman shot a 38 to lead the Scots to the vic­ tory. Monday, September 15 the Scots topped Wayland 161 to 186. On Wednesday the Trojan golfers traveled to Ironwood to play the Byron Center Bulldogs. 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Chemical merging with State Bank of Caledonia Chemical Financial Corporation and Caledonia Financial Corporation have announced they have signed an agreement for Chemical to buy the State Bank of Caledonia. The announcement was made jointly last week by David B. Ramaker. president and CEO of the Chemical Financial Corp., and Lawrence B. Fitch, president and CEO of Caledonia Financial Corp. State Bank of Caledonia will continue to operate as a separate subsidiary of Chemical until the bank is restructured in the second quarter of 2(XM. Fitch will remain as president while Ramaker will become chair­ man and CEO The merger is subject to approval by Caledonia share­ holders, approval by banking regulators, and other custom­ ary conditions It is expected to be completed during the fourth quarter of this year. "Caledonia is a strong organization with good prospects for the future,” Ramaker said. “Combined with our recent acquisitions in West Michigan, the merg­ er will add to Chemical’s base in the attractive West Michigan market. This merger will fill the gap between Chemical Bank West's offices in the Grand Rapids metropolitan area and Chemical Bank Shorelines offices in Benton Harbor and Marshall... We believe Chemical s community bank philosophy will be well received by Caledonia's cus­ tomers." Fitch said. "The merger with Chemical will permit us to offer to our customers a greater variety of banking products and financial serv­ ices. such as cash manage­ ment and trust and invest­ ment management services This will enhance our ability to satisfy all of the financial services needs of our cus­ tomers. At the same time, we believe Chemical's focus on community banking will cause Chemical to continue to provide the personal serv­ ice that Caledonia's cus­ tomers currently receive." In the merger, sharehold­ ers of Caledonia will receive $39 cash for each share of Caledonia common stock in a taxable transaction. The total value of the transaction is estimated at about $55.3 million. Caledonia has total assets of about $210 million, total deposits of $181 million and total shareholders' equity of $21.3 million, as of June 30, 2003. It provides banking services through four offices, located in Kent, Kalamazoo and Barry counties. Chemical Financial Corporation is a multi-bank holding company headquar­ tered in Midland, with total assets of approximately $3.6 billion as of June 30. Its three subsidiary banks operate 129 Chemical Bank offices and two loan production offices spread over 32 counties in the lower peninsula of Michigan. Chemical is the fourth largest bank holding company (based on assets) with headquarters in Michigan. In the second quarter of 2004, Chemical expects to restructure the State Bank of Caledonia into Chemical's current three subsidiary bank structure. The offices in Caledonia. Middleville and Dutton will become a part of Chemical Bank West and its recently created community bank in Grand Rapids. This will expand the ability of Chemical Bank West-Grand Rapids to cover the southern portion of the Grand Rapids marketplace. The Kalamazoo location will be combined w ith exist­ ing offices of Chemical Bank Shoreline in the Kalamazoo area to create a new "com­ munity bank" in Kalamazoo. Chemical Bank ShorelineKalamazoo. Fitch will be chairman of the newly creat­ ed community bank board and Mark Montross (current­ ly senior vice president at Chemical Bank Shoreline) will become the Community Trojan win streak stopped by Sailors Thomappte Kellogg running back Scott Brooks ts surrounded by white jerseys as he looks for room along the right side in the Trojans’ 14-9 loss against South Christian Friday night South Chnstian is now the only undefeated team in O-K Gold play. See story inside. (Photo by Brett Bremer) Bank president. Chemical also expects Fitch to become a member of the regional board of directors of Chemical Bank Shoreline. For more information, call Lawrence B. Fitch, president and chief executive officer of Caledonia Corporation, 8113. Financial at 616-891- Middleville council hopes to hire new manager by Nov. 4 bv Patricia Johns Staff Writer Applications for the open Middleville Village Manager’s position are com­ ing in and the Village Council has set Saturday morning, Oct. 25, as the date for interviews. Village President Lon Myers said the council will review the list of candidates on Tuesday, Oct. 14. at 6 p.m. and will select the final­ ists for the interviews, which will begin at 9 am. Oct. 25. Myers assured residents that these were public meetings, open to anyone to attend. The council plans to have a special meeting at 6:30 p.m. Tuesday, Nov. 4, to select the new manager, whom Myers said should be present at the regularly scheduled council meeting Nov. 11. The new manager will replace Bryan Groesbeck, who left last summer to take the assistant manager’s post at the City of Greenville. In other business at last Tuesday night's Village Council meeting: • Mollie Ried was appoint­ ed to fill the vacancy on the Middleville Village Planning Commission. Her term runs until April 30, 2005. • Department 1'ubln Works Supervisor Wayne Winchester reported on spe­ cial projects under way in the village. Sidewalks should be repaired and replaced this fall. Hammond Brothers received a contract for $10,943 for this year’s side­ walk program. Striping of the roads should also be completed this year. • The Michigan Municipal League presentation of the “Blueprint" communities went very well, Myers reported. “Middleville stood out really well in the Hyett/Palma presentation of the Blueprint process," he said. “I think the village made a gtxxl impression." • Resident John Unger presented council members with his concerns that the water pressure at his home is too high, due to the booster station. He accused Steve Williams, the village engi neer, of not taking the prob­ lem seriously. Myers told Unger that Williams and Winchester would look into this issue and report back to council. The next meeting of the Middleville Village Council will be at 6 p.m. Tuesday, Oct. 14. It will include a review of the village manag­ er applications. The regular meeting should begin by 7 p.m. Gaines Twp. man found dead in van A Gaines Township man who had been reported miss­ ing since Sept. 11 was found dead in his parked van last Thursday. A citizen reported seeing a car parked in the Value City parking lot at Clyde Park Ave SW and 44th Street that matched the news bulletins seen on television. Officers arrived to find Richard Leif Olson dead inside the parked van. The medical examiner was called to the scene and an autopsy was scheduled. Kent County Sheriff s Detective Alan Roetman stated that there was no indi­ cations to cause of death, after viewing the scene and body. Roetman explained, “This large parking lot is used for car-pooling and often used for parking while people load onto tour buses for short trips. There is also a nearby auto repair facility and it is common to have vehicles parked for a number erf day s in this area of the parking lot” Olson was last seen on Thursday. Sept. 11, by his wife, as he left to drive to the River Town Crossings Mall in Grandville. There had been no com­ munications from Olson. Richard L. Olson either to his immediate fami­ ly and friends or his extend­ ed family out of state. The vehicle Olson drove away in that day was a tan 2001 Oldsmobile Silhouette van. Roetman said the Sheriff Department traveled the roadways that Olson may have driven that day, by hel­ icopter, making sure they hadn’t missed an accident scene, where the missing man and vehicle are out of sight from the roadway, and passing motorist. Nothing turned up in this investiga­ tion to help investigators learn his whereabouts. Anyone with more infor­ mation about Olson is asked to call the Kent County Sheriff Department, detec­ tive bureau at (616) 6326125, or the dispatch super­ visor at 632-6352. In This Issue... • Changes in special ed services outlined at TK • Kent Sheriff’s Dept, decentralizes • Caledonia Village planners happier with Kinsey proposal • Thornapple Kellogg continues its strategic planning process �Page 2/The Sun and News, MickJtevHte. September 30 2063 Local artist Francis Knight to demonstrate his work by Cathy Rueter Staff Writer Caledonia artist Francis Knight will be at the Caledonia Branch of the Kent District Library at 6:30 this evening (Tuesday. Sept 30) to demonstrate his pastel techniques to the public. Knight s artwork has been on display at the facility since Sept. 22. Due to (he enthusiastic response to his work, the many drawings of boats, houses and birds have been held over. Knight scheduled the presentation for this evening with plans for a hands-on. audience par­ ticipation demonstration. Knight moved to the Caledonia area a little more than a year ago to be near his family. An addition on his son and daughter-in-law's home allows for Knight to have his own space, which, of course, includes a small studio space. ’I try to work every day." said the 91-year-old artist. Though he has most recently been wotking in the pastel medium, he hopes to get back to oils in the near future. For more information about this or any other events at the Caledonia Branch of the Kent District Library, contact them at 616-6473840. Francis Knight will be at the Caledonia Branch of the Kent District Library this evening to demon­ strate his pastel tech­ niques. "I try to work every day." says 91-year-old artist, Francis Knight, who plans a hands-on, audience participation demonstration at the Caledonia Branch of the Kent District Library this evening at 6.30. Loosetrife control day set for Oct. 4 [ Spa & Sfeih Oa/tp * * I 1 LZa d luxurious day at the spat^pp SPECIAL SPA PACKAGE includes / hr massage, spa pedicure &■ spa manicure. with a wonderful champagne lunch ... U OH! -only <)!) W ' _ Maternity Massage VW Hot Stone Massage ‘ 31 I Acrylic Nails Candling Ear Piercing Air brush tanning High Pressure Tanning South Side Plaza—South M-37 300 Meadow Run. Suite A, Hastings. MI 49058 HOURS: Mon.-Fri. 9-8: Sat. 9-4 Stop by and check out the large selection at J-Ad Graphics Printing Plus North of Hastings Aiedo fsalon Products 269-948-0083 The Kai-Creek Kickers, a local line-dance team, will be hosts for an evening of demonstration and instruc­ tion. The event is scheduled for Saturday, Oct. 25, from 7 to 11 p.m. at the Caledonia Fire Need wedding invitations? Manicure iVaAing Asia. It was introduced into the east coast of North America in the 1800s. While the showing purple blooms are very attractive, the plant can form dense impenetrable stands that arc unsuitable for cover, food, or nesting sites for native wetland animals. It can also endanger rare wet land plants. Eradication ot plants will be very difficult because of the number of seeds in the soil. One adult plant can dis perse 2 million seeds annual­ ly Volunteers will be shuttled to the site. Work should end by noon. The Thornapple Trail Association is donating soft drinks for the volunteers. Caledonia library plans line dancing demo, instruction ... OR TRY ANY ONE OF OCR OTHER FABVLOVS SERVICES! Passage Therapy Though local artist Francis Knight currently works in pastels he hopes to get back to oil painting. This quiet waterscape is presently on display at the Caledonia Branch of the Kent District Library. An sedge fen which is part of Spring Park in Middleville is beginning to be overrun by Purple Loosestrife. The eradication project in Middleville will begin on Saturday. Oct. 4. Volunteers who would like to begin this several year effort are invited to meet in the parking lot behind village hall at 9:30 a.m. Volunteers should wear long sleeved shirts and boots. Volunteers should bring work gloves, clippers or shears as well. Work will continue in the spring and summer to eradi­ cate this plant. Purple Loosestrife. Lythrum salicaria, is a wet­ land plant from Europe and f on M-43 Highway in the grey bam Bam located at 230 Maple Street in the village of Caledonia. The fee for this Caledonia District Library fund-raiser is $5 at the door. Refreshmennts for the evening will be provided by the Friends of the Caledonia Library. For more information about this event, call the Caledonia Branch of the Kent District Library at 616647-3840 Brian and Marcia, Hair Cokx Specialist Committed to education Relaxing, soothing full service salon 9954 Cherry Valley Caledoaia 891-1272 --- -^1 �The Sun and News, Mtddtevilte. September 30. 2003/ Page 3 Thornapple Kellogg Class of 2006 parents will meet The parents of the Class of 2006 will meet at 7 p.m. Tuesday. Oct. 7. in room 305 of Thornapple Kellogg High School. The group will review accounts and discuss future OM parents' meeting set TAEF scholarship winners recetve checks this summer. This year the RKW Working Student Scholarships were awarded to Sarah Freeman and Jason Kuiper. Pictured from left are Steve Wiersum. Sarah Freeman. Susan Wiersum. Jason Kuiper and Diane Woodward from the Thomapple Area Enrichment Foundation. Two TK grads receive ‘working’ scholarships The Thornapple Area Ennchmcni Foundation and the MiddlcVilla Inn have prevented $I.(XX) RKW Working Student to Sarah Scholarships Freeman and Jason Kuiper. The RKW Working Student Scholarship was found in memory of Steve Wiersum's father. Robert Steve, owner of the MiddlcVilla Inn. says. “This is a concept that comes from the streets of south Chicago. Dad was a terminal manager for a trucking company located there. My dad met a young boy. Bob Fox. hang­ ing around the terminal.’’ Robert Wiersum took a liking to Fox and put him to work. At first he made cof­ fee, cleaned the bunk room, washed trucks and worked in the office. Robert was able to convince Fox to stay in high school and get his diploma instead of dropping out. After graduation Fox started college, but dropped out to join the Navy. Steve Wiersum says, “Again my dad convinced him to continue his educa­ tion in the Navy.” Fox earned his college degree, became a commissioned officer and retired from the Navy in 1999 as a lieutenant commander.” When the older Wiersum became ill. Fox traveled to Michigan from Missouri to be with the Wiersum family. “He stayed for two weeks, helping wherever he could,” Steve says. “At Dad’s funer­ al he talked about how if he had not been given the opportunity to work and the encouragement to get an education, he would never have broken away from the south side of Chicago. ’ Steve and his wife Susan, with the help of the founda­ tion. developed the RKW Working Student Scholarship to reward stu­ dents for taking their first steps toward adulthood. Recipients are working and learning the leadership, teamwork and the responsi­ bilities associated with doing a job well. Steve says, “Sarah and Jason have exemplified these attributes while working here at the ’Villa. Both possess the entrepreneurial spirit that Dad would be proud off’” Other businesses interest­ ed in establishing scholar­ ship funds can contact Wiersum at the Middle Villa Inn or Marilyn Finkbeiner at TAEF. P.O. Box 164. Middleville. MI 49333. SOME VACATIONS ARE JUST MORE FUN THAN OTHERS. mailings for the next install­ ment of the fund to support the post-graduation party for the class. The parents of the Class of 2006 invite any parents of students in the Class of 2007 also to attend this meeting. This is one of the ways par­ ents can get help as they get started planning the post­ graduation partv for the Class of 2007. Parents of the class of A meeting for parents interested in finding out more about the Odyssey of the Mind program should attend tonight’s introductory meet­ ing, beginning at 6:30 p.m. in the all-purpose room at Page Elementary School. Odyssey of the Mind is a team, creative problem solv­ ing program. This year the Thomapple Kellogg school district hopes to have teams for children in third grade through high school. Any parent who cannot attend this meeting can call Assistant Superintendent Patricia Koeze at 795-3313 for more information. MILLER MEANS... Middleville & Gun Uke AV EDA. THE ART ANO SCIENCE OF PURE FLOWER ANO PLANT ESSENCES Now scheduling full spectrum hair color system, 97% naturally derived with sunflower, castor and jojoba oils. 2 WEEKS UNLIMITED TANNING... $20.00 Packets of Hot & Tingle Lotion only $1.00 with Tanning Package! ^lon IL1 ®)NTEMPO 616-891-1095 9351 Cherry valley, Caledonia Village Centre Miller REAL ESTATE Area Office 2006 will have a table set up during the high school’s par­ ent-teacher conferences on Wednesday and Thursday. Nov. 5 and 6. The group will be selling Class of 2006 Tshirts. Parents will answer questions and collect sopho­ more year pay ments. For more information, call Julie Ybema at 795-2353. 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Setting on approx 2 acres with private backyard this tovefy ranch home features 4 bedrooms, 3 bams, master suite spaoous kitchen, living room with cathedral ceiling and fireplace, mam floor laundry, walkout basement, central air and much more'Call Deb $189,900 for MORE MIDDLEVILLE, GUN LAKE AND CALEDONIA AREA PROPERTIES, PLEASE SEE OUR ADS ON PAGE 2 OG-THE R THE GRAND RAPIDS PRESS, THE HOMES DIGEST AND �Page 4/The Sun and News. MiddteviMe. September 30. 2003 TK Class of ’63 reunion planned for Oct. 10-12 TKHS alumni to a mixer and home to make this an annual Class members should call class members can have din­ dance at the Middle Villa Inn event. On Saturday. Oct Stanton at 948-8508. Cheryl after the homecoming game Hooper al 795-9549 or Sue ner together at the Middievilla Inn. ordering from the menu. reunion during the Thomapple Kellogg Homecoming on Friday evening. Oct 10. class will have a picnic and Rietman at 795-7844 so that There is no charge and a cash barbecue at Sally Stanton's an Weekend Oct. 10. 11 and 12. bar will be available. Members of the Class of 1963 home at 4443 Grange Road at made. Then The Thomapple Kellogg High School Class of 1963 will .celebrating its 40th The Class of ’63 invites all 11 the noon. Food will be provided accurate count Saturday The time set to socialize is be 6:30. followed by dinner at 7 at 948-8608 for information. Information on an ali-alum- p.m. After dinner there will be ni cruise will be available at evening. dancing and cosmic bowling the mixer on Friday night. can LOCAL CHURCH DIRECTORY ALASKA BAPTIST CHURCH A Living Church - Serving a Living Lord Morning Worship . . 9:30 a m. Fellowship Time......................... 10 35 a m Sunday School ............................ 10:50 a m. Evening Praise............................ .6-00 p.m. WEDNESDAY Family Night 6:30 pm 7240 68<h Street, SE - Caledonia 2 miles east of M-37 Pastor, th- Brian F Harrison Youth Pastor Kevin Stiles 7... C 0 M M U I I I I CHURCH o place to belong o place to become (Contemporary, Casual, Non-denominational) Sunday Morning Worship..... .......9 30 hl 1 am. 8175 Broadmoor, Caledonia /?r» Mu hael Stowell, lead Pastor Rev David Moorhead. Amoc. Pastor Joe Cipcic, Worship leader Denn\ Houma, Youth Pastor Church Office 616-891-0287 Visit oui web site www brtghtside org CALEDONIA CHRISTIAN REFORMED CHURCH "A Church with a caring heart for our community and the world" Sunday Worship 9:30 a m and 6:00 p.m. (Child A Adult) (During the School Year) Rev. R. Scott Greenway. Pastor Jack Dejong, Pastor of Worship & Adult Ed. JoAnne DeBlaay, Youth Director Al Tiemeyer, Community Calling Church Office; (616)891-1512 M-37 at 100th St. FIRST BAPTIST CHURCH OF MIDDLEVILLE M-37, north of Middleville • ^95-9726 Bruce V Siewert. Senior P»tor Tim A. V ine. AaM. Pastor Youth Dougla* <>. Beason. Visitation P.iMor Gary Weaver. Musk Minister Pastor David Stewart. CB ( hildrcn* Pastor 908 W Main Street (Missouri Synod) . . . . Worship.............. Sunday School . . . Adult Bible Class....................... . 9:30 a m. 11:00 a.m. 11 00 a.in. Rev. E Anthony Sikora Church (616) 795-2391 Proclaiming the Whole Counsel of God 10:00 a.m. 11:15 a.m 6:00 p.m (Nursery Available Throughout> Rev. Norman Kohns (616)891-8167 Church Office 616-891 8660 Fax; 891-8648 www .crtedocuaumc org Traditional Service Acoustic Praise & Worship Service 8:30 AM 1100 AM St Paul Lutheran Church Sunday School A- Adult Bible Study 9:45 AM SS. CYRIL and METHODIUS CHURCH 159 131st Avenue Middleville. Ml 49333 • 945-1555 Phone (269) 792-3543 Located near the corner of M-37 and McCann Worship Times: Service Times: Sunday School............................................. 9:45a.m Saturday......................4:00 p.m. Mass Sunday......................... 9:30 am Mass Morning Worship................................ 11:00 a m. Evening Worship.......................................... 6:00p.m.Weekdays: Youth Group:.......................... 6:00 p.m. Sunday Wednesday................. 7:30 p.m Mass Midweek 7:00 p.m Wed Thursday 8t Friday..... 9;30 a.m Mass 9:30 a.m. Thurs. I IIORNAPPLE BIBLi : ( I IUR( I I Preaching the Living Word - 10 AM Sunday Morning Serving 7he Risen Lord Sunday School .............................9:30 a.tn. Sunday Morning Worship . .10:30 a.m. 698-9660 9255 84th Street, Alto, Ml 49302 CZurrcntly meeting at: One mile east of Whitneyvilie Rd Spirit-filled family Church. Rev P Adams Sunday School for ages 3 yr. thru 6th grade Sr. High, Sun. 6:30 pm Jr. High, Sun. 6:30 pm Emmons Lake Elementary 8950 Kraft SE, Caledonia Rev. Dennis Ross Church: (616) 868-7425 GUN LAKE COMMUNITY CHURCH & PRESCHOOL 12200 West M l 79 Highway (Chief Noandav Road) Wayhod. Ml 49MK Meeting you, your friends, and your family right where you re at. <3UN LAKC COMMUNITY CWMHCH Sundav Worship 900 a.m. or 10:30 a.m. Wednesday Worship 6.30 p.m. (Jr. Church & Nursery available ) ®f)e tEime Jffletljolrist CCIjurcIj 5590 Whitneyvilie Ave., S.E. Alto, Ml 49302 Rev. Royle Bailard, Pastor Phone 8684437 Church Office Phone 795-9266 Locaand in Leighton Tiw mhtp <61 o) 891-8028 • wwletghaunc-.. • wayfareC Community church Finding the Way Together! An informal, contemporary church committed to our community Worship _ 10:00 a.m. Sunday Worship is at 10:00am in Caledonia Middle School’s cafeteria. Everyone is welcome! Res. Dr. Jock Doorlag. Interim Minister Nursery & children's activiues available For more information: (616) 891-8119 or »»T».pca^cdiitfvh.v\ Redeemer Covenant Church —Lighting Up Lives for God— Sunday Corner of 2nd Street and 142nd Avenue Rev l^ee Zach man Now meeting at: Thomapple-Kellogg School Auditorium CHRISTIAN REFORMED CcMcmpurary Worship 9^30 am Sunday School far .AU Ages 1045a.m. Evening Worship 600 p m. Puaur Roger Buhman • Church Office M8439I WWW. lakevadtxoramuttr’v org Middleville - Parmelee Middleville UMC is temporarily meeting at: 9266 Parmelee Road 9 30 a.m...................................... Sunday School 11:00 a.m........................................Worship Hour Website: ww.umcmiddlevilte org CHURCH Lakeside Community Church A Place for Funih A friends 6301 Whitney v die Avenue Aho UNITED METHODIST CHURCHES Sunday School... 10:00 a.m. Morning Worship... 11:00 am. Evening Worship...6:00 p.m. Wednesday Prayer Meeting...7:00 p.m. 269-795-7903 ww> gimiakecommunityciMirch orc ---Church Ph. 616^68-6810 • Pastor j Ph 6!6-8M~ -6 - Missouri Svjnod Rev Tom DeVries, Pastor - 795-9901 'A oryup 930 am Christian Education HourlL-OOam ; ..^ Wednesday Famih' Ni^tt 5:45-8-00 pc | + St Paul Lutheran Church Comar of 84th St and Kraft in Caledonia 1 mile west of M-37 A Church for today's world Community of Christ Leighton Church ALASKA CONGREGAI09 6:00 P.M. Evening Prayer phone 795-2370 or 848-9327 Vicar ~ Nov. DavW T. Hurt wick All Services havs a Nursenj available • Barrier Free 250 Vuk sn-rtl M 1030 am llcfxcl Pastor Robert Gerke • Pastor David Ziehr Office Phone S9I-S6SS www.StPaulCaledonia.orq A CALEDONLA fT UNITED METHODIST 8 45 am and 10 30 am Sunday Service Times 9:15 AM. Morning Prayer (Holy Communion 2nd Sunday) 11:00 A.M. Hoty Communion Services at 9 30 a m. and 6 p.m. Phone 891-9259 Worship Services Children's Sunday School . fnd^rmdmst 2415 McCann Ro. (In Irving) YOU ARE INVITED 3449 - 76th St. S.E., Caledonia Rev. Dave LeBlanc, Pastor Sunday Mass . ,9:00 a.m. & 11:00 a.m. 708 W. Main Street Morning Worship Service Sunday School Evening Worship Service GRACE UNITED REFORMED CHURCH Kraft Avenue at Johnson Street ... .5:00 p.m. MIDDLEVILLE CHRISTIAN REFORMED Middleville Good Shepherd Wesleyan Church Lutheran Church 1664 N. M-37 Highway Phone 891-8440 CALEDONIA HOLY FAMILY CATHOLIC CHURCH Saturday Evening Mass 945 a m 11-00 a.m. 600p.m. 6 45 p.m. 6 45 pm. Sunday School Sunday Morning Worship Service Sunday Evening Service Wednesday Mid-Week Prayer W<ed at Life Gul* at midnight. There will be golfing avail­ able on Sunday . Cail Stanton f^tnr Faoi M. H^can Pastor Davdfauwn 6951 Hanna Latt Awmre, Laitdorua iifafeSMUM rcdeGuatehtetvjttt uumtedeemeninenuaorg 4 worttrt GutmmmOuKhBd Pastor: Rev, Josh Blunt Contact our Dutton office al (616) 65 65 WAY Check our web sire: WWW-wayfareri <..ury whitneyvilleF Bible Church SS46 Whrtneyrffe Ave of 84ffi 3’ •891 -8661 “7’Ar Church where everybody o surnebod'- . .ond Jesus ts Lord Meeting at ^jndoy School Catedonio High School vx c 1030am. xrxfcv Mjjpns 'hoftvp Mwg t^wpel on Wrajyrfte Av* xzxtoy tventrxj Woat<. 4jOOp.m lied >AKeek ftoyer & 8®te Sudy p.m Sev IhcrvB SkM Parta • ftev <art BaWx Assoc Porta Weorn: whtoeyvteooe org �The Sun and News. Middleville. September 30. 2003/ Page 5 ‘Salmon Grill’ enjoyed at Dutton Elementary bv Cathv Rue ter Staff Writer Dutton Elementary staff enjoyed their second annual “Salmon Grill" earlier this month, as teachers and sup­ port staff were beneficiaries Dutton Elementary physical education teacher, Marvin Schierbeek. mans his Weber grill with his "secret blend of seasonings" for a delicious luncheon for fellow teachers and support staff of physical education teacher Manin Schierbeek s catch for the season. According to Colleen Cartwright, a Dutton Elementary staff member. Schierbeek only became serious about fishing in the last few years, but was able to provide the salmon grill with 59 specimens of his sea­ son catch. Continuing a custom that the began last year. Schierbeek. using his "secret blend of seasonings and his old reliable Weber grill." prepared a treat for his fel­ low staff members. Fish wasn't the only item on the menu though Other staff members provided sal­ ads. rolls and desserts for a luncheon of good food, friends and conversation. The staff of Dutton Elementary had only one comment for. Schierbeek after this annual event... "Fish on?" Despite only a few years of fishing experience. Marvin Schierbeek was able to provide 59 salmon for Dutton Elementary's second annual “Salmon Grill.” Changes in special ed services outlined at TK bv Patricia Johns Staff Writer Man Price, director of special education services for the Thomapple Kellogg School District, held a meet­ ing recently to help explain changes in legislation affect­ ing assessment of children with special needs. These changes include reducing paperwork burdens. By changing to a Individual Education Plan (IEP). writ­ ten every three years instead of every year, this reduces the amount of paperwork teachers are required to com­ plete. This raised concerns among the parents at the meeting since many of them sec changes in their children in much shorter periods. Price assured parents that they could ask for reviews of the IEP as needed. The IEP is a written plan that details the special educa­ tion and related services that must be provided to each stu­ dent who receives special education services. Special education is defined as “specifically designed instruction, at no cost to the parents, to meet the unique needs of an eligi­ ble individual, includes the specially designed instruc­ tion conducted in schools, in the home, in the hospitals and institutions and in other settings.” Parents of students who have special educational needs have to negotiate a jungle of initials from IDEA, thinking! of you! Get in touch with your spirituality. Cornerstone Church 2045 68r S? SE Sundays @ 9 30a, 1 I 00a & 5 30p www. CornerChurch org ADHD. ADA. MET. and now NCLB. A definition sheet explains that IDEA is the Individuals with Disabilities in Education Act which is now being revised. ADHD, attention deficit hyperactivity disorder is the persistent pattern of inatten­ tion and/or hyperactivityimpulsivity that is more fre­ quent and severe than is typ­ ically observed in individu­ als at a comparable level of development and that inter­ feres with developmentally appropriate social/academic functioning. The ADA is the Americans with Disabilities Act is a federal law requiring accommodations for people with disabilities in the com­ munity and workplace. Multidisciplinary Evaluation Teams provide evaluations or recommenda­ tions of a student as a group of individuals from various appropriate professional dis­ ciplines including such as educators, psychologists and physicians. The No Child Left Behind act was signed into law on Jan. 8, 2002. This education reform plan is making changes to the Elementary and Secondary Education Act NCLB is affecting of both regular and special edu­ cation. There are testing requirements which will impact special education stu­ dents. There is one group of ini­ tials which can help parents with children in special edu­ cation classes, PASE, the group of parents of individu­ als with disabilities. This parent advisory committee provides input on maners appropriate to the improve­ ment of special education services within the school district Several parents from Thomapple Kellogg belong to the Kent Intermediate School District PASE group. The definition of autism is changing and will impact school districts as more stu­ dents meet the new defini- tion. This will impact on staff needs. Anyone who would like a copy of the list of definitions or more information about special education services in the Thornapple Kellogg School District should call Price at 795-5571. vace CHURCH Starting Sunday, September 28, 2003, Peace Church’s Sunday morn­ ing service will be held at the Thornapple Kellogg High School Auditorium at 10:00 a.m. (Childcare will be available) Come and discover your purpose for living! Our series "40 Days of Purpose" starts September 28 with a message “WHAT ON EARTH AM I HERE FOR?” As part of "40 Days of Purpose" campaign, we also have 40 adult small groups that will be meeting for six weeks starting September 28. We would love to have you join a group! Sign up at the morning service. For more information, see www.peacechurch.cc GREAT STUFF FOR YOUTH AND CHILDREN! Senior High Youth Group: Sunday Nights from 5:30-7:30 p.m. at church. September 28th is FEAR FACTOR! Come as early as 4:30 p.m. for video games, pool, and free food. See the youth web site (www.peaceyQuthgroup.com) for more info... Junior High Youth Group is Wednesdays from 7:00-8:30 p.m. at the church... 5th & 6th Grade Youth Group meets Sundays from 6:00-7:00 p.m. at the church... GEMS Club (girls grades 1-6) meets every first and third Wednesday of the month from 6:30-8:30 p.m. at the church. Next meeting: October 1. Cadets (boys grades 1 -6) meets every second and fourth Wednesday of the month from 6:45-8:30 p.m. at the church. Next meeting: September 24. Caraway Street? This cool program (for kids 4 years old through 4th grade) is every Sunday night from 6:00-7:00 p.m. in the Peace Church gym! See www.peacechurch.ee or cal) the church at (6)6)891-8119 for more information' Peace Church is located on M-37 halfway between Middleville and Caledonia, A �Page 6/The Sun and News. Middleville. September 30. 2003 Forrest R. Bush---------------------------------------CALEDONIA Forrest R. Bush, age 103, of Caledonia, passed away Monday. Sept. 22, 2003 at Laurels of Kent. Lowell. Forrest R. Bush was bom Aug. 10, 1900 at Moline. Mich., the son of Fred and Mary (Ogden) Bush He married Edna Bottorff Sept. 20. 1919 in Charlotte. He was a truck driver for Kent County Road Commission. Mr. Bush was a member of Seventh Day Adventist Church. Hastings. Forrest was an outdoor enthusiast, with a special fondness for hunting and fishing. He is survived by his son. David (Bud) Edna Bush of Caledonia; sister. Esther Willyard of Caledonia; sonin-law. Russell J. Taylor Sr. of Alto; daughter-in-law. Eileen Bush of Middleville; and many grandchildren and great grandchildren. He was preceded in death by his wife. Edna Bush; daughter. Betty J. Taylor; sons. Fred Bush and Richard Bush; brother. Clinton Bush and sister. Gertrude Thompson. Respecting his wishes, cremation has taken place. There will be no funeral services or visitation. Arrangements were made by Beeler Funeral Home. Middleville. was a caring, loving mother, grandmother, and great grandmother, who enjoyed spending time with her fami­ ly and friends She is survived by her daughter. Bonnie Good of Traverse City area; one son, Ix-onard S. (Harleen) Irwin Jr. of Middleville; one broth­ er. Russell Kinsey of Kalamazoo; one sister. Chloe Martin of Vermontville; five grand­ children; nine great grand­ children; special caregiver, her granddaughter. Lennette Wright and a niece. Trilby Tubbs. She was preceded in death by her husband. Leonard S. The Kent County Sheriff s Irwin Sr., and several sisters Department is decentralizing and brothers. Funeral services will be its police operations outside held Tuesday afternoon at 1 of itscentral headquarters p m. at the Beeler Funeral and instituting a community­ Chapel. Middleville. Rev. based partnership through Kenneth Vaught officiating. police precincts. An initial step in that Interment Mt. Hope process begins with the Cemetery . Middleville. of Sheriff Memorial contributions assignment may be made to Munson Department lieutenants as commanders of each precinct Hospice Care. Visitation one hour prior area. The precinct lieutenants are assigned as follows: Lt. to the service. LaJoye-Young. Arrangements by the Michelle Beeler Funeral Home. Middleville. Kent Sheriff’s Dept, decentralizes Trilby E. Irwin MIDDLEVILLE Mrs Trilby E. Irwin, age 81. of Middleville, passed away Saturday. Sept. 27. 2003. Trilby E. Irwin was bom on Feb. 26. 1922 in Richland, the daughter of Harvey F. and Esther L. (Norris) Kinsey. She was raised in Richland and attended Richland schools. She was married to Leonard S Irwin on June 29. 1939 in Indiana Mrs. Irwin was employed at Action Rod in Hastings for several years and had several other jobs. She was a homemaker, she MID-WINTER BREAK March 26, 2004 Take a vacation break from snow and ice. Spend your mid-winter break on this unique com­ bination of New Orleans and cruising. Start your vaca­ tion with 3 days in your French Quarter hotel. Explore New Orleans with a guided tour of the world famous Quarter, experience a cafe du Lait and beignets at cafe du Monde. Try your hand at Louisana cooking at the New Orleans school of cooking and eat your cre­ ation at dinner. Next, board your ship for 5 nights on the Splendor of the Seas. Stop at Cozumel and new cruise port, Puerto Costa Maya. Relax for 2 days at sea to enjoy your ship’s activities. Included in the fan­ tastic rate is airfare from Grand Rapids. 3 nights hotel in New Orleans and tours mentioned, and 5 days’ cruise. Rate starts at $1,348 per person, plus port charges. Call the TRAVEL STORE at 269-795-16081 Call 945-9554 anytime to place your Sun & News ACTION-Ad & reach over 11,000 area homes! Real Estate For Your World Caledonia • 9175 Chern Valley 891-8980 Pearson-Cook JMS MMSST. 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Manager. 2**43tC255* Kathy Bentua 2*2 39*5 Paul Davis 291-M*3 Robin Dawsea 295 40^9 Dave K rumen 915-47*3 Linda James 813-4909 Tanan Adato 293-27*2 1 aura Marlin 8*1 7*19 Tom Garbow Cathy WBHamsoa 2*3-7391 Aaron VanderZaad 5*0-3772 Brent Boacher 248-229-928* Jube DrLaGandara 2*9**4-4415 Rich Met oamon 292-4*93 Jus Smith 893-5555 Dave Pratt »13-*334 Don Hougerhydc M.2 5424 James Gordon 890-1592 Kent County Sheriff's Dept, regiuonal commanders (from left) Lt John Orourke. Lt. Jack Medendorp. Lt. Larry Orlowski. Lt. William Weston, Lt. Michelle Lajoye-Young and Capt. Edward Westhouse. South Precinct, 8555 Kalamazoo Ave.. SE. Caledonia; Lt. John O’Rourke. North Precinct, 790 17 Mile Road. NW. Kent City; Lt. William Weston. East Precinct, loca­ tion forthcoming, and Lt. Larry Orlowski and Lt. Jack Medendorp. Central Precinct, 701 Ball Avenue. NE. Grand Rapids. Each precinct will provide office space for the lieu­ tenant. patrol supervisors, precinct detectives, commu­ nity policing officers, record bureau services, and other necessary police services. Each lieutenant is responsi­ ble for the delivery of all law enforcement services in that district. The decentralization of Caledonia concert series to continue police operations m Kent County is designed to increase accessibility of services to the community, bring service-orientated policing to each neighbor* hood, and enhance commu­ nication with citizens on spe­ cific community concerns. The precincts will be open to the public during normal business hours. These outly­ ing precincts will allow resi­ dents to conduct routine business with the Kent County Sheriffs Department without having to travel to the central headquarters in Grand Rapids. For more information about this decentralization process, cal Sgt. Roger Parent. Welcome Home The 2003-2004 Caledonia Concert Series will present The Lesters and The Mark Tramel Trio Saturday. Oct. 4 at 7 p.m. at the Caledonia Christian Reformed Church, M-37 and 100th Street, Caledonia. Tickets are available through Kregel Bookstore (Kalamazoo at M-6), at Caledonia Professional Pharmacy, at the door, or call (616) 891-8858. Cost is $9 in advance, $10 at the door, ages 12 and under free. Proceeds will go for church audio system Matt! We’re so proud of you -------------------Love, I y°ur family to a//, (oi (fOWl fr'KZCfCU <ue<( deepfront cuActe TKntt wu tn Great People, Great Places. r o wS^ectacuU overlooking ■ Apartment-style cor dos with private garage, clubhouse, and pool. a wooded ravine and wfldMe area. MM K MAIS ST. 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September 30. 2003/ Page 7 Area 4-H clubs planning to celebrate 101 years by Patricia Johns • Staff Writer Tile more than 1 .OCX) mem bers of 4-H clubs from across Barry County will observe the annual 4-H week from Oct. 5 to 11. and they have made sure the community can help them celebrate. Leaders and members from Nashville. Middleville ami Hastings will be heard answering questions about 4H on a "4-H Minutes" broad­ cast during the week by WBCH radio Listeners to WBCH will have an opportunity to answer trivia questions and win a prize during the week as well. There also will be window displays celebrating 4-H and its impact on youth in windows in Nashville. Hastings and Middleville. Clubs arc already gearing up for an exciting new year. I^ast year marked 100 years of 4-H. and this year will be the first of a next 100. For more information about Barry County 4-H, call the Barry County Extension office at 945-1388. eceoccooeooooodi Family Tra* Oidea Main St. Middle.uille. • 79S'^V^8 Hours: Sun.-Thurs. 12-10 pm Fri. & Sat. 12-11pm DVD, \HS & Game Rentals Movie Reservations 2 Day Rental on Sunday on all Rentals Every 20* Rental FREE Locally Owned EDUCATION. It’s Our Future Barry Good Critters and Crafts 4-H club member Michael Hoskins laughs with 4-H director Kathy Walters-Surratt during the taping a 4-H minute for 4-H week. Caledonia grad joins CMU physical therapy Liz Fortuna of Caledonia has been admitted to Central Michigan University’s graduate program in physical Athlete of the week Palacfh Patje Thomopple Kellogg High School Varsity Girts’ Cross Country TK junior Kaleigh Page helped the Trojan varsity girls cross country team to a first place finish at the Carson City Invitational Saturday with a time of 19:54.7. It was a career best time for Page, her first time under 20 minutes. Page also was the first Trojan across the line In double dual victories over Caledonia and Wayland on Wednesday. The Lynn Denton 4695 Middleville Rd. m-37, Middleville, Ml Nashville, Ml Agency 1-800-443-5253 517-852-2005 111 N. Main St. therapy Fortuna is the daughter of diane Fortuna of Caledonia and Stan Fortuna of Hawaii and she is a Caledonia High School graduate Physical therapists are health care professionals who address the needs of patients and clients by help­ ing them restore, maintain and attain optimal physical function. “Students work closely with other rehabilitation and health professionals to pro­ vide services to patients and clients who have impair­ ments, functional limitations, disabilities, or changes in physical function and health status resulting from injury, disease or other causes,” said Herm Triezenberg. program director. During their educational preparation, physical therapy students receive extensive academic preparation and develop skills in examina­ tion, evaluation, diagnosis, prognosis and intervention. Graduates of CMU’s phys­ ical therapy program have achieved a 90 percent pass rate on the national licensure examination for the past seven years. Creating opportunities Empowering our community. Funding our future. Caledonia Education Foundation PO. Box 353 Caledonia, Ml 493160353 MAKING YOUR FUTURE MORE PREDICTABLE JUB FARAf BUREAU K ■>. INSURANCE Your Hometown Full Sen-ice Garden Center! 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Historic Bowens Mills "Its Cider Time” festival series continues this Saturday and Sunday after­ noon with the Fork River Free Trappers Mountain Men Encampment Weekend Also included will be cider making, mill tours, horse-drawn wagon rides, music and food. The fun begins at noon and lasts until 5 p.m. Saturday and Sunday. The Fork River Free Trappers have been an important part of Bowens The Dulcimer & Friends perform at “It's Cider Time” festivals. 31 DAYS OF SAVINGS AND MORE! THROUGH THE ENTIRE MONTH OF OCTOBER SHOPPING AT MOHAWK COLORCENTER IS LIKE MONEY IN THE BANK. START SAVING NOW’ CARPET FALL RIVER SWTWUAI WOOD VINYL NATURAL STOCK ITEMS REFLECTIONS STARTING AT 55M Flooring R I O R S * M W «ML AN M* ta. The Fork River Free Trappers with the water wheel Mills for a long time and have seen many projects completed over the years. “They were especially supportive to the family after the passing of my father (co-owner Neal Cook in 1989), said current co­ owner Carleen Sabin. The Fork River Free Trappers group is part of the Michigan Brigade of the American Mountain Men, a national 1,200-member group dedicated to studying the history of the American fur trading era. The Fork River Free Trappers take their name from the Thomapple River, called the Fork River hy ekrly f settlers,, after the Indian expression meaning "river of the two tongues." Their authentic encampment display includes only the most primitive of tools: carved wooden bowls for eating and canvas lodges for sleeping in. They also wear the tradi­ tional clothing typical of the mountain man era which stretched from about 1800 to 1840, when fur trading dwindled due to the intro­ duction of silk from the Orient. “This group has been very instrumental in several restorations at Historic Bowens Mills over the years, including replacing the roof on the Moe School House and many hours of work on the 17-foot water wheel,” said Sabin. In 1999, ten years after his passing, the dream of the late Neal Cook became a reality when the Fork River Free Trappers, along with family and friends, complet­ ed the restoration of the mill s water wheel. The pub­ lic was invited to the cere­ mony that took place on a Sunday when the wheel, dubbed "Neal's Dream," was dedicated as part of the “It's Cider Time” festivals. In 2002 the trappers were honored again for their work and effort in building of "The Fork River Trading Post" located near their camp down near the old mill stream at Bowens Mills. "The Fork River Trading Post is a nice addition to the park, displaying the way trappers would have sold or traded their wares during the fur trading era.” Sabin said. The logs were donated to the historical park by neigh­ bors that were clearing their property. The group began the project in May 2001, and the Fork River Free Trappers spent time skin­ ning the logs so they could dry though the summer. A few months later they built the foundation and the floor and continued through fall until they finished build ing the log walls. Last sum­ mer they returned to finish the roof. On "Steam Show Weekend" they worked on chinking the log walls of the structure. The trappers are using-the lAidin^ post to His-,’ play their f6rsr, and' hand made wares during the al) events at the mill and during the Mountain Men Encampment Weekend. Owen and Carleen Sabin will be honoring all of the volunteers and those who have helped to keep the mill and the park open for the last 25 years. There will be a display in the mill muse­ um called "For Those Who Freely Give" with photos of the volunteers though the years. There is a free admission both Saturday and Sunday to all who have donated to the park or volunteered in the past The "It's Cider Time” fes­ tivals" are Saturday and Sunday through (kt 18 and 19. Next weekend. Oct II and 12. will be HHtoric Bowens Mills Civil War Days Michigan Re enactors ' and the Reenactors Guild. It will feature a large living history encampment. A bat tie will take place at 3 p.m along with artillery and civilian demg^Ultiyus both days. Special displays will include Civil War exhibits in the museum and through out the grounds. ___ , Nrikorid i?’ second generation famity owned and operated Stiyp Historic Site that receives no state funding. All restorations and upkeep depend upon gate fees and donations. The festival gate fee for adults is $5, children 5 to 15 years old is $2. The Old Mill is located in the heart of Yankee Springs Township, two miles north of Yankee Springs (Gun Lake) State Park. Call 269795-7530 or visit www.BowcnsMills.com. �The Sun and News. Middleville. September 30. 2003/ Page 9 State ranked Maroons make things tough on Scot soccer sion and strong defense. Each team recorded a penalty kick in the first half, and Hastings took a 2-1 lead early in the second stanza before the Scots started their ^comeback. The Scots tied it up on a beautiful header by James Cooley off a crossing pass from Dave Palma. Trent VanHaitsma and Jon Kraft also scored in the second half for Caledonia. Sean Morgan. Mark Ward. Jake Casto, and Ryan Rogers all also played well for the Fighting Scots. Caledonia will visit Middleville on Tuesday, then close- out the regular season with a match at home against Sparta on Thursday. O-K Gold conference tour­ nament play begins Tuesday. October 7. Overnights and Group Rentals Reireai & Conference Center Caledonia’s Trent VanHaitsma (right) races ahead of Hastings Tom Girrbach for a loose ball in the Scots’ 42 win on Tuesday (Photo by Perry Hardin) Dig A Tree Transplanting LLC CatarMio Bue fc Mack HS Spruce •’ - 12* Rrasonatoir rates up to 5" in diameter one: year guarantee 2^-7^5-2232 "TVws mookr a wwrW of difference" Caledonia’s Andrew Cromer (left) steps in between the ball and Hastings defender Scott Larsen (Photo by Perry Hardin) Caledowa's varsity soccer team played aa outstaading first half on Thursday against OK GoW leading Hollaed Christian Maroons, but couldn't h<44 on against the slate ranked team. Caledonia matched the Maroons step for step, pass for pass, in the first half, but the second half was a differ­ ent story. 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September 30. 2003 Reasons to celebrate fall Jeremiah People come to Caledonia by Cathy Rueter Staff Writer The Gaines United Brethren and Caledonia Christian Reform churches will be hosts next month for the live comedy, drama and musical group “The Jeremiah People" of the Continental Ministries. The Jeremiah People are a Christian musical theater group comprised of leading performers from the Continentals. Each year a group of actors and dancers produce a Broadway-style, contemporary Christian musical with the Jeremiah People. They have traveled for nine months each year for 30 years throughout the United States and Canada performing concerts. According to a press release. "The Jeremiah People continue their tradi­ tion of laughter, tears and relevant ministry using the very best in drama, music and testimony." This family event is being offered on three separate occasions at two different locations, both in Caledonia. The first performance, a 90mmute full-scale production, is scheduled for Saturday, Oct. 11, at 6 p.m. at the Caledonia Christian Reformed Church at 9957 Cherry Valley Ave. (M-37 and 100th Street). Though the concert is free, a love offering will be collected. Two condensed programs will be presented at both the 8:30 and 11 a m. church services on Sunday, Oct. 12, at Gaines United Brethren Church. 1612 - 92nd Street (92nd Street and Kalamazoo Avenue). For more information about these performances, call 891-9286. For more information about the Continental Singers/Jeremiah People concerts, contact the national office at 805-289-3450. YOUR ONE STOP WATER STORE BEST PRICE, QUALITY, SERVICE by Patricia Johns Staff Writer So. its officially fall. The weather has turned gloomy and dismal and more than just a little chilly. I already hear people complaining but I don't think they are looking a fall in the right way. First: It is a good time to think back on summer. Sure the last weeks were bright, warm and dry but don’t for­ get that we were complain­ ing about cool and damp weather to start the season. So there was a least one thing good about August this year. Second: Did you ever see such tall com? Some country roads were cool tunnels this year not from the shade of trees but because the com towered above the cars going by. Third: This was a great year to think about the thoughts and actions that have shaped our national psyche. We were able to think back on the words of Martin Luther King. Jr. on the 40th anniversary of the March on Washington. There were radio and television specials on his "dream" and the extent to which that dream has been fulfilled. Fourth: We got to look up and find Mars shining bright­ ly overhead. Now. 1 have to confess that it took me a cou­ ple of weeks to find this glowing red planet. Most evenings there were low clouds and even if I got up in the middle of the night and walked outdoors I couldn't see it. 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As you probably know, a traditional IRA earnings grow on a tax-deferred basis, so you pay no taxes on your earnings until you start making withdrawals. But tax deferral also ends at another time - death. So, when you inherit an IRA. you could be facing a big tax hit - if you take the money as a lump sum. Do you have an alterna­ tive? Yes. You could use the money to set up a "stretch IRA." which, as the name suggests, includes the flexibility that allows you to stretch out IRA with­ drawals - and the subse­ quent taxes - for as little as a year or over the course of your lifetime. And since you're not liquidating the IRA all at once, it can con­ tinue growing over time. If you decide to establish a stretch IRA, you must tlbgin taking annual distri­ butions by the end of the calendar year following the year of the original IRA's holder's death. 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Then the library’s new room had a chance to shine. With the young adult materials moved into a much more comfortable setting the children’s area could expand. The library is now very much open. Food was everywhere. The first hog roast sponsored by the Freeport Business Association made the after­ noon’s wait for the parade and haybale race a delicious interlude. Older children searched through the downtown exhibits to answer the ques­ tions in the treasure hunt while the youngest readers had a contest in the library . Downtown’s Main Street slowly filled with cars. Rock music kept car show exhibitors and fun day partic­ ipants dancing to the beat. Just before the parade began, the last car. a Mustang, roared dow n the street Marilyn Cook wowed a crowd of quilt admirers with her tales of quitting, courage and family during the trunk show at the Freeport Historical Society ’s museum. Cook borrowed back from her children and grandchil­ dren quilts she has made dur­ ing the past 35 years. Her talk was full of humor and the realization that as one learns a skill and keeps work­ ing on it. those skills improve. Yard sales were the desti­ nation for many erf Fun Days visitors. It was also a time for HEFFRON FARMS former acquaintances to meet, talk about the past and look to the future. For more pictures and sto­ ries about the parade and hay­ bale rolling competition see this week’s Reminder. Fun Day organizer Judy Jackson worked the pork roast and said.. “The weather is much better than we expected. We hope that everyone had a fun time and the Freeport Business Association will begin plan­ ning next year’s event soon. Helen, Samantha (hold­ ing the dog with no name) and Simeon VanTol had fun finding the answers to the Freeport District Library Treasure Hunt. Since 1921 Heffron Farms has been proud of the products raised right on our farm! We take pride m providing you with high quality “Naturally Grown” meats that you will be proud to serve at your table! 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Tough play on the "I had to call a time out to defensive end got the Scots lay into my team." said Scot back in the game, but they coach Angie Stauffer. "We could never get back over the finally picked up our pace. final hump. Our shots were off. Wc were "That's the one good thing throwing the ball over peo­ this, our football team does­ ples heads." n’t get another shot at South, When the Scots finally got but we do." said Stauffer. in the flow, everything went Stauffer liked the fight her well. After trailing by two at team showed in battling back the end of the first quarter, in the ball game, but added they turned it around into a that she didn't think they 14-point half-time lead then should have had to fight to went on to win 59-43. get back into the ball game. Emily Desy’s shot wasn't She’d rather have the ball off at all for the Scots. She game be easy for her team at set a new school record by the end. connecting on six of six Slot led the Scots with 13 shots from three-point range. points, and 16 rebounds in Dcsy was also three for four the game. from the foul line, and fin­ Desy had seven points, ished the night with a team and Leatherman had six for high 21 points the Scots. Mindy Bode finished the South Christian was led by contest against Wayland Emily Wolthuis with 19 with eight points and seven points. rebounds. Shelby King added seven points. Can Butcher handed our four assists. The Scots are now gearing up for contests against Hastings and Holland Christian this week. "Hopefully, we’re excited to play and we can keep our composure,” said Stauffer, by Patricia Johns "and we’ll hit some of those Staff Writer big teams the second time The second phase of the around.” South Christian edged out current strategic planning Caledonia 50-45 Tuesday, in process has ended the “As Is” phase. the first go round for the two Facilitator Jackie teams. Brayman praised the work of The Sailors took a 13-12 the first strategic planning lead midway through the second quarter and held onto committee. The district has many The Scots’ Julie Slot leaps up between a pair of Sailor defenders and fires a pass out of the lane. (Photo by Brett Bremer) CALEDONIA TOWNSHIP MEETING NOTICE Caledonia guard Katie Leatherman splits the South Christian defense and flips and underhand lay-up towards the rim. (Prioto by Brett Bremer) Thornapple Kellogg continues its strategic planning process “points of pride,” including a strong sense of community. Many feel that the schools are the "hub” of Middleville. Brayman noted that some see education in Thomapple Kellogg as a combination of traditional values with up to date resources. It is good that former graduates want to move back for their chil­ CHARTER TOWNSHIP OF CALEDONIA COUNTY OF KENT, MICHIGAN PUBLIC NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that on October 6. 2003, at 7:00 pm. the Planning Commission of the Charter Township of Caledonia will hold a public hearing at the Caledonia Township and Village Hall, 250 South Maple Street Caledonia Micnigon. on a proposed ordinance to amend the Zoning Ordinance of the Charter Township of Caledonia If adopted the amending ordinance would (1) amend Section 7.5(a) of the Zoning Ordinance to provide that If any nonconforming lot in the 9-1 District was platted or oth­ erwise of record at the time of adoption of the cunent 9-1 minimum tot area and lot width provisions, such tot may be used tor a singie-tomity detached dwelling if it has a minimum area of 15.000 square feet and a minimum width of 100 feet (2) amend Section 8 5(a) to provide that if any nonconforming tot m the 9-2 District was ptofted or otherwise of record as of the effective date of the current 9-2 minimum tot area and tot width provisions then such tot may be used tor a single-family detached dwelling if it has a minimum area of 7.500 square feet and a minimum width of 75 feet and (3) amend Sectton 9 5(a) to provide that if any nonconforming lot to the 9-3 Dtsfncf was ptofted or otherwise of record as of the effective date of the current IM mmmum tot area and tot width provisions then such tot may be used tor a smgie-tom»ty detached dwelling if it has a minimum area of 7 500 square feet and a minimum width of 75 feet, and (3) amend Section 9 5(a) to provide that if any noncontorming tot to the 9-3 Dtslncf was platted or otherwise of record os of the effective date of the current 9-3 rrwumum tot area and tot width provisions, then such tot may be used tor a smgte4anWy detached dwelling it it has a minimum area of 7 500 square feet and a mnmum width of 75 feet Att interested persons may attend the pubic hearing and comment on the proposed amending ordinance Written comments concerning the amendtog ordinance may be submitted to the Township office at the above-stated address up to toe time of toe pub­ lic hearing Dated September 11.2003 PLANNING COMMISSION OF THE CHARTER TOWNSHIP OF CALEDONIA dren’s education. There is a culture bases on the impor­ tance of education, commu­ nity involvement and friend­ liness. There are high expecta­ tions for the success of all students from staff, parents and the community. Students have positive attitudes and TK graduates are achieving in careers and at college. High School Principal Ellen Zack showed the group the results of sur­ veys of graduates. While the group heard about many of the positives from communication from school to home, the quality of the teaching staff and impact of school improve­ ment. no one was satisfied with current conditions. Much of the meeting focused on ways to improve student achievement, com­ munication within the dis­ trict and to parents and ways to encourage greater achievement among stu­ dents. The group discussed the influence of peers on school achievement and ways to encourage students not to be stereotyped by comments like "you're so dumb" or “blondes are ditzy” and other comments The strategic planning group is made up of current and retired teachers, parents, school board members, administrators. support staff, and students. They will be meeting in October to create a plan for future growth and improvement. A regular meeting ot the Charter Township of Caledonia Board of Trustees will be held beginning at 7:00 p.m on Wednesday. October 1.2003, at the Caledonia Township/Village HaH. 250 Maple Street. Caledonia. Michigan NOTE Individuals with disaMi ties may request auxiliary aids and services for the meeting by contacting the Township Clerk at (616)891-0070 TENTATIVE AGENDA 1. CALL TO ORDER/ROLL CALL. 2. PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE AND INVOCATION 3. CONSIDERATION OF THE MEETING AGENDA. 4. PUBLIC COMMENT (BRIEF-UP TO 2 MINUTES). 5. APPROVAL OF THE CON­ SENT AGENDA. A. Minutes of the September 17. 2003 Board of Trustees Meeting. B Correspondence Not Re­ quiring Board Action C Approval to Pay Bills 6 INQUIRY OF CONFLICT OF INTEREST 7. REPORTS FROM BOARD OFFICERS AND STAFF. 8. CORRESPONDENCE 9. UNFINISHED BUSINESS. 10 NEW BUSINESS A. Public Hearing for the Proposed 2004 Budget B Easement Acquisition for 100th St. - Bid Award C. Norlight Telecommunica­ tions Right of Way Permit 11. BOARD COMMENTS 12. PUBLIC COMMENT (EXTENDED - UP TO 5 MIN­ UTES). 13. ADJOURNMENT mnw VILLAGE OF MIDDLEVILLE SYNOPSIS VILLAGE OF MIDDLEVILLE. MICHIGAN COUNCIL MEETING MINUTES SEPTEMBER 09. 2003 The regular meeting of the Village of Middleville Michigan Council was called to order at 7 00 p m by Mr Lon Myers. Council President of the Wage of Middleville. Michigan, in the Council Chamber of the Village HaH Members present Mr Floyd Bray. Mrs Dorothy Corson, Mr William Kenyon, Mr Michael Lytle. Mr Lon Myers and Mr Charles Pullen Members absent Mrs Marilyn VandenBerg Minutes of the August 26. 2003 meeting were approved as writ ten Fhe Agenda was approved as written ACTIONS TAKEN 1 Accepted the recommenda­ tion of Mr Moffat and hire Karen Winans, effective September 09, 2003. for Zoning Ordinance Enforcement Officer, at the rate of $10 per hour, with a maximum of 15 hours per week, and a $30 per month mileage allowance on a motion made by Mr Lytle and supported by Mr Pullen 2 Approved the invoices dated September 05. 2003 in the amount of $313,091 67 on a motion made by Mr Pullen and supported by Mr Lytle 3 Designed Trick-Or-Treat hours as 6 00-8 30 p m on Friday. October 31. 2003 on a motion made by Mr Bray and supported by Mr Lytle 4 Adjourned the meeting at 7:37 p.m on a motion made by Mr Bray and supported by Mr Lytle Respectfully submitted, Rhonda L Fisk, Clerk The complete text of the minutes may be read at the Village Hall between the hours of 9 00 am and 5:00 p m , Monday through Friday 06572550 NOTICE VILLAGE OF CALEDONIA KENT COUNTY, MICHIGAN PUBLIC NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN toot on October 13.2003. at 700 p.m the Caledonia Village Council will hold a pubic hearing, of their regular council meeting at toe Caledonia Village Hal 250 S Maple Street Caledonia, Michigan, concerning toe Paul Henry Rotts to Trails con­ nector from the intersectton ot Main Street and Kinsey, south to fhe Lake Street 8 Kinsey intersection A representative from Kent County Porks will be here to answer questtons and review their plans tor the proposed pathway A copy of the proposed pathway is available at the Village of Caledonia office during business hours, Monday through Thursday 8 30 a m to 3 30 p.m Dated September 25,2003 Sandra Ayers Village Clerk 06672716 �The Sun and News. Middleville. September 30. 2003/ Page 15 Caledonia Village planners happier with Kinsey proposal by Ruth Zachary Staff Writer The Caledonia Village Planning Commission moved closer Thursday to consensus about the 245 Kinsey project proposed by Bob and John Tol of Wesley and Associates, but stopped short of an actual compro­ mise agreement The plan is proposed to be built between Kinsey and 100th Street on the south side of the village. The developers said if rezoned for R-2. a subsequent rezon­ ing to an open space Planned Unit Development (PUD) would be asked for. If the development is approved after negotiations, the project would begin in about nine months, to occur in about four phases from the west and east side toward the south The developers already have spent thousands of dol­ lars trying to make plan adjustments, but never quite satisfying various points raised by commissioners and residents. A summary of concerns was presented in August to the Tols, who said they expected they could adjust their proposal to deal with most of the points asked for. Bob Petko acted as spokesman for the developer, proposing a plan to meet the main points listed as follows: • Streets: Private streets would circulate in an interior rectangular pattern, and cre­ ate separate "neighborhoods, while allowing a traffic flow toward the three access points to public streets. Street traffic flows would be limited during the phasing process, expected to take four or five years. A street would connect with 100th Street in the final phase of build-out. Additional traffic stress on Kinsey, Maple and 100th streets were addressed last month when Bob Tol offered $200,000 to the village for improvements to address some of those problems A 60 feet street right of way for private streets, where 28 feet was originally proposed. and allowed w ith­ in the village, but less than county standards at 66 feet. One cul-de-sac remained, with an increased radius of 35 feet. This width would allow guest parking on one side of the street. Roads were rerouted to protect some existing trees. Runoff expected from road­ ways would be controlled by grading and catch basins. • Open space: It was asked that trees be preserved, and that the parcel not be denud­ ed. An existing pond would be left natural, with sur­ rounding areas left as com­ mon open space. I-and sur­ rounding the pond would compose 3.13 acres, and the pond itself would not be included in that calculation. Open space would include existing trees along perime­ ters. left undisturbed, and a buffer of about 50 to 60 feet is now planned along the boundary of the historic Kinsey home, with existing trees left. A minimum 26foot green buffer was planned along most perime­ ters. and walking trails would be available to resi­ dents. including access to the ball diamond on school prop­ erty. with prior school per­ mission. A total of the 6.29 open space acres or 16 percent of the total acreage would include penmeters, the pond and a central gathering/park area The pond, now at an 850 feet elevation, could be deepened, and modified to contain water runoff in a 100-year event, and to serve as water retention. Consideration of soils would be incorporated into the engineering calculations. Grading to blend eleva­ tions of the pond area with surrounding parts of the development would be restricted to beyond the existing 100-year flood plain. Trees would be left within the pond area. A road will pass near the pond. A previously planned row of homes near the pond was removed from the plan Elevations and a water detention area is planned to keep the water from flooding homes both on and off the development. By law. no more water is allowed to leave the property than now runs from it. Generally water flows toward Emmons Creek drain. Runoff will be minimized from roads, and elevated areas onto neighboring prop­ erty. • Utilities are to be extend­ ed and connected at develop­ er expense. Village Manager Sandra Ayers said it will not be possible to connect to the old sanitary sewer system on Maple Street until it is repaired. She suggested the developers work out an extension with the Bosco Apartment owner. Water will be connected from a line on Duncan Lake Avenue, and the first phases of the development are expected closest to utility lines; water at the west and sewer to the east. • Uniform building loca­ tions or lots of the same size were asked for and designed to be approximately 50 feet wide by 113 feel deep with slight variations, especially at the public street comers. A uniform front setback of 30 feel and a 25 fool rear set­ back was observed. An aver­ age space of 13 feet between buildings was planned, with an attached rear two-car garage, and a long drive which would allow guest parking. The home styles are to have a retro look, which will make these neighborhoods look like others in the central village, including from porches. Sidewalks would line the 30-fcxx paved street widths. Homes would vary from 900 square feet for one story to 1800 feet for a two-story and a 1200 square feet aver­ age size. The basic home footprint would be about 26x30. About six basic house plan variations are to be available to owners, with dif­ ferent materials such as brick or siding and colors selected to meet resident’s financial limitations. These were yet to be designed by an archi­ tect The price range is planned to be from $139,000 to $165,000. Commissioner Bill Robertson said he would like to see homes farther apart than shown. He said sending firemen or a truck between a full blown burning building and a neighbor's would not be done. He said many car fires start in a garage. On a lot of 50 feet with a 26 foot wide house, and a side yard of 11 feet and drive of 13 feet on the other side, this would allow 22 feet between homes on one side and 26 feet between homes with parallel drives. In the closest possible arrangement there would be a minimum of 13 feet between homes. This should allow emer­ gency vehicle access if trees and fences were not allowed in a six foot lawn space between the driveways. Commissioner Sharon Mortenson also said she would like to see wider lots. Commissioners still want to see other developments which would show them what the Tols have built before. Bob Tol offered to arrange a bus tour. • Density is planned for 141 homes in the 38-acre development, reduced from 164 dwelling units originally proposed. The configuration of nar­ rower lots resulted in an effort to provide more open space and perimeter buffers within the project bound­ aries, and within prescribed lot setbacks, along with a density which would be "financially viable" for the developer. A shorter front setback could allow other adjustments on the lots, Petko said. Some lots next to a back green space perimeter could have slightly shorter lots. Commissioner comments were generally favorable. They acknow ledged appreci­ ation for the extensive effort the developers had pul forth to work with neighbors and commissioners. No decisions were made and no public comment was taken Consideration and dis­ cussion by commissioners is to take place after they have had time to study the plan, and perhaps see develop­ ments similar to the one pro­ posed in Caledonia It was explained the process would require public notices for a planning com­ mission recommendation and for Village Council approval, if that was to result This could take until the December meetings, and the enure process could take many more months before a first phase could begin. CHARTER TOWNSHIP OF CALEDONIA COUNTY OF KENT, MICHIGAN NOTICE OF TWO PUBLIC HEARINGS CHERRY VALLEY SEWER AND WATER SPECIAL ASSESSMENT DISTRICT NO. 2003-1 NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that the Township Board of the Charter Township of Caledonia. Kent County. Michigan, having entered a special Assessment Contract with Cherry Volley Properties. Inc . which constitutes a petition to moke certain public sewer and water supply improvements to the so-called Lepard Pork/Cherry Volley development from the record owners of the total land area in the proposed special assessment district described betow. has resolved Its intention to proceed on the petition and. pursuant to Act 188 of the Public Acts of Michigan of 1954. as amended, to make said Improvements in the Township The Township Board has determined that the cost of said Improvements shall be specialty assessed against the following described tots and parcels of land which ore benefitted by the Improvements and which together comprise the following proposed special assessment district CHERRY VALLEY SEWER AND WATER SPECIAL ASSESSMENT DISTRICT NO. 2003-1 A map and legal description of the proposed assessment district is set forth betow Part of the Northeast 1/4 of Section 17. T5N, R10W, Caledonia Township. Kent County. Michigan, described as: Commencing at the North 1/4 of said Section, thence South 00*08*22" East along the West line of the Northeast 1/4 of said Section 50.01" feel to the South right of way line of 76th Street; thence North 88’54'49" East parallel with the North line of the Northeast 1 /4 of said Section 1026.17 feet to the place of beginning of this description; thence South 01 ’05' 11" East 328.00 feet; thence South 60’05’1 1" East 340.00 feet; thence South 01’05'11" East 92 41 feet; thence South 03°03'19" West 930.00 feet; thence South 69*03'19" West 305.00 feet; thence South 03*29’52’ East 238.34 feet; thence South 55’58’49" West 268.91 feet; thence South 15’58'49" West 210.00 leet. thence South 27’01'11" East 110.00 feet; thence South 54’01'11" East 340.00 feet; thence South 01’01’11" East 75.00 feet to the South line of the Northeast 1/4 of said Section; thence North 88’58'49" East along the South line of the Northeast 1 /4 of said Section 1580 00 feet to the East line of the Northeast 1/4 of said Section; thence North 00*07'40" West along the East line of the Northeast 1 /4 of said Section 660.00 feet; thence South 88’58'49" West parallel with the South line of the Northeast 1 /4 of said Section 660.00 feet; thence North 00*07’40" West parallel with the East line of the Northeast 1/4 of said Section 660 00 feet to the North line of the South 1320 00 feet of the Northeast 1/4 of said Section; thence North 88’58'49" East along the North line of the South 1320.00 feet of the Northeast 1Z4 of said Section 660.00 feet to the East line of the Northeast I /4 of said Section; thence North 00’07'40" West along the East line of the Northeast 1 /4 of said Section 1089.84 feet to a point 233.00 feet South of the Northeast corner of said Section, thence South 88’54'49" West parallel with the North line of the Northeast 1/4 of said Section 233 00 feet; thence North 00*07' 40" West parallel with the East line of the Northeast 1/4 of said Section 182 99 feet to a point on the South right of way line of 76th Street, said point being 50 00 feet South (perpendi­ cular measure) from the North line of the Northeast 1/4 of said Section, thence South 88’54'49" West parallel with the North line of the Northeast 1/4 of said Section 1369 80 feet to the place of beginning Subject to highway rights over the East 33 00 feet thereof for Cherry Valley Avenue TAKE NOTICE that the Township Board of the Charter Township of Caledonia will hold an ini­ tial public hearing on Wednesday October 15. 2003, at 7 30 p m at the Township Hall. 250 Maple Street. Caledonia Michigan, to hear and consider any objections to the petitions filed, the pro­ posed improvements, the proposed special assessment district and all other matters relating to said Improvements TAKE FURTHER NOTICE that plans and estimates of cost for the Improvements are on file wrfh the Township Clerk for public examination TAKE FURTHER NOTICE that the Township Supervisor of the Charter Township of Caledonia has mode and certified a special assessment roil in the amount of $601.966 tor the special assessment district, which roll sets forth the relative portion of the cost of said Improvements which is to be levied in the form of spec >al assessment against each benefited lot and parcel of land In the spe­ cial assessment district TAKE FURTHER NOTICE that the special assessment roll as prepared has been reported to the Township Board and is on file with the Township Clerk at the Township Hafi tor public examination TAKE FURTHER NOTICE that the Township Board of the Charter Township of Caledonia will hold a second public hearing on Wednesday. October 15, 2003, at 7 35 p m at the Township Hall, 250 Maple Street, Caledonia. Michigan, in said Township, to review the special assessment rofi and to hear and consider any objections thereto TAKE FURTHER NOTICE THAT AN OWNER OR A PARTY IN INTEREST IN A LOT OR PARCEL Of LAND SUBJECT TO A SPECIAL ASSESSMENT MAY FILE A WRITTEN APPEAL OF THE SPECIAL ASSESSMENT WITH THE MICHIGAN TAX TRIBUNAL WITHIN THIRTY (30) DAYS AFTER THE DATE OF CONFIRMATION OF THE SPECIAL ASSESSMENT ROLL. BUT ONLY IF SAID OWNER OR PARTY IN INTEREST APPEARS AND PROTESTS THE SPE ClAL ASSESSMENT AT THIS HEARING An appearance may be made by an owner or party in inter est, or his or her agent, n person or, in the atternahve. an appearance or protest can be filed with the Township by letter prior to the hearing, in which cose a personal appearance at the hearing is not required PROPERTY SHALL NOT BE ADDED TO THE PROPOSED SPECIAL ASSESSMENT DISTRICT AND THE ORIGINAL ESTIMATE OF COST SHALL NOT BE INCREASED BY MORE THAN 10% WITHOUT FURTHER NOTICE AND PUBLIC HEARING The Notice was authorised by the Townsmp Board of the Charter Township of Caledonia. Dated September 17.2003 9tsnsn Patricia Snyder. Township Clerk Charter Township of Caledonia �Page 16/The Sun and News, Middleville September 30, 2003 Scots stumble in second half against Wayland For the second straight week the Fighting Scot varsi­ ty football team saw a close game slip away. Wayland took home the cow bell by topping the Scots 24-20 on Friday night in Caledonia. ‘‘We didn’t deserve to win.” said Caledonia coach Tom Bumll. “We didn’t play well in the second half. We couldn’t take a snap, or hang onto the ball We couldn't tackle, ft was an ugly half." The Scots were feeling pretty good, going into the locker room at half time with a 14-6 lead. Wayland bigplayed its way past the Scots in the second half. The Wildcats scored on TD plays of 74. 73, and 53 yards. "Their kids wanted it more than ours did," said Bumll The Scots went up 7-0 on a 15-yard run by Kyle Klyn Caledonia’s Tyler Ybema looks for open field ahead, in the first quarter. The Cats got right back in it on a 5- in the second half against Wayland (Photo by Perry yard pass from Ada* - Hanin) Gensler to Nick Wysocki. 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During the warm-up session participants heard lots Cody Ybema takes a practice punt of last minute tips from their dads (and moms ) The par­ ticipants also encouraged each other and said things like “put your leg into it, watch out you don't step over the line and good job.” These youngsters earned first place honors in their respective age groups: Girls 8-9 - Jillian Schnicke from Middleville, the only girl to compete, with a total score of 30 feet 8 inches. Boys 8-9 Cadcn, Francisco from Del to", with a total score of 177 feet 5 inches. Boys 10-11 Justin Wustman from Rockford; with a total score of 206 feet 6 inches. . Bias 12 I r Inn Gerrits ' from Middleville, with a total score of 290 feet 6 inch­ es. Boys 14-15 - Levi Funk from Middleville, with a score of 325 feet 5 inches. ‘The Thomapple Kellogg Band Boosters are getting ready to have their third annual craft show from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. Saturday, Oct. 18, at the high school. 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This is the fourth year that Monte Munjoy has organ­ ized this competition. “It has grown each year. I would like to see more girls partici­ pate but this year’s turnout was great and the competi­ tion was excellent at each division,” he said. Volunteers work with Munjoy to measure each punt (a kick with a football dropped from the hands.) Af credt apptcabons mV be accepted 'egaf&ess of your past credt restory pass ( the football tossed as far and as straight as possi­ ble) and kick, from a tee. Also helping are his wife l^iura and Bev Scott who has worked on tallying the scores each year. BANKRUPTCY Protection from Creditors Including... • Garnishments • Foreclosures • Judgements • Repossessions • Harassing Phone Calls WE CAN PROTECT YOU AND YOUR ASSETS FAST! WITHIN 24 HOURS!!! 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September 30. 2003 Farmers to enjoy faster turnaround when filing with Dept, of State Secretary of State Terri Lynn Land has announced that farmers and farm service agencies filing Uniform Commercial Code (UCC) statements with the Department of State can expect the work to be certi­ fied in five days or less. The department is building on efforts launched last year, when it implemented a more ensure that they have the equipment, stock and seed necessary for the coming season. We encourage farm­ ers to request an expedited UCC search when necessary and to submit all filings in a timely manner." Fanners typically apply for loans through U.S. Depart ment of Agnculture Farm Services Agency automated and accurate UCC system Since then, the pro­ cessing time for UCC filings and searches has been cut from several weeks to mere days. “We're dealing with farm­ ers’ livelihoods and the department must be respon­ sive.” Land said. “Farmers depend on loans to meet financial obligations and (FSA) offices at the end of the year, using their crops as collateral. The FSA office processing the loan then files a financing statement with the Department of State s UCC unit. The FSA will not approve loans unless it has a certified search statement through the date of application that shows FSA as the primary secured party. Under the department’s new system, information is scanned, stored and re­ trieved electronically, elimi­ nating the need to handle paper documents multiple times. Acknowledgement copies of confirming entry of customer filings are generat­ ed automatically by the sys­ tem. Filings are immediately included in the UCC data­ base used to generate search­ es for named debtors Expedited search requests must be submitted to the UCC Unit before 11 a m. weekdays and are returned no later than 3 p.m. the same day. There is a $25 fee for an expedited search in addition to the standard $6 fee. In fiscal year 2002. the UCC Unit processed 185.151 filings. 17.796 tax liens. 82.686 search requests and responded to 29.564 phone calls. The UCC law governs commercial transactions such as sales, negotiable instruments, bank deposits and collections, and invest­ ment and securities. Article 9 of the UCC requires the Department of State to file and process UCC financing statements and search requests related to secured transactions. For more information n the UCC process, contact the Department of State UCC Unit at (517) 322-1144. Land also reminds customers to visit the department Web site at ww^.Michigan,gov/sqs to find out more about pro­ grams and services. 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Pennock The TK varsity girls’ ten­ nis team had won two straight dual meets, before running into Caledonia on Friday afternoon. The Scots took a 6-2 win over the Trojans as the two teams pre­ pare for Tuesday’s O-K Gold tournament at East Kentwood High School. Caledonia swept the dou­ bles matches Friday, and also got victories from Carly Farver and Sylvia Radzikowski at first and sec­ ond singles. Middleville’s Michelle Raetz had a good battle with Farver at first singles. The pair played a pair of tie breakers, with Farver coming out on top 7-6 (3), 6-7 (8), 60. Radzikowski was a 6-0, 60 winner at second singles. The Trojans two points came from victories at third and fourth singles. Molly Jazwinski defeated Ali Steams 7-5. 7-6 (5) at third singles. At fourth singles it was Beth Steorts toping Amy Nerz 6-4, 6-1. On the doubles side Caledonia swept by winning a pair of three set matches, and two in straight sets. Middleville’s Tiffany Miller and Lia Tandy pushed Caledonia’s Marie Couries and Kerri Bashlor before falling 6-1.4-6, 6-4 at fourth doubles. The second doubles match also went three sets, with Caledonia’s Erica Donnel and Amanda Maichele topping Middleville's Andrea Otto and Sarah Johnson 5-7, 6-1, 6-2. The first doubles match was won by Caledonia’s Carissa VanLoon and Brianna Hormel 6-2, 7-5. At third doubles it was Amy Steinbach and Annie Modreske teaming up for a 6-2, 6-1 win. Thursday. September 25, the Trojan ladies edged out a 5-3 win against Kelloggsville. With the sun already set, and darkness creeping in Beth Steorts pulled out a 6-3, 4-6, 7-6 (3) victory to seal the match for TK The Trojans won all four doubles flights, but lost the top three singles matches. All four TK doubles teams won in straight sets. Amber Steorts and Tiffany Tietz combined for a 6-2,6-4 victory at first doubles. The second doubles pair of GET MORE NEWS! 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Otto and Johnson won 6-0, 6-2 al sec­ ond doubles. The third dou bles pair of Weeks and Willemstein won 6-0, 6-0. while the team of Adams and Miller won 6-0, 6-1 at fourth doub’s. COMPUTERIZED 4 WHEEL ALIGNMENT ui L&L Li Gentlz Family Dentisiry Christopher A, Tom^zyk DPS. AcxejJims; New Paljents Office Hours: Mon-Fri by appointment Emergency Patients Welcome General Dentistry. Oral Surgery. Root Canals We participate with Delta, BlueCrossBlueShield, Healthy Kids, and Mi Child $4999 On most makes & models ^WA^WAWAV.W.WAi.W-W.lAV. 269-945-5656 | H27 West State Street, Hastings Ml I* 4 * 1 i fa Nit ® i 8 1 i I �The Sun and News. Middleville. September 30. 2003/ Page 19 Goodies Witch's Brew Total preparation time: 5 minutes 1 can (14 ounces) Eagle Brand Sweetened Condensed Milk (NOT evaporated milk) 1 can (46 ounces) pineapple juice 1 bottle (2 liters) orange soda, chilled Orange sherbet (optional) 1. Stir together Eagle Brand and pineapple juice in large punch bowl; add orange soda. 2. Top with sherbet, if desired. Serve over ice. Refrigerate leftovers. Makes 4 quarts. Scary I art* Scare up some frightfully fantastic foods for your Halloween party. Treat guests — kids and adults alike — to a howlin' good time feasting on this devilishly delicious menu. Start With a Punch ... Cast a spell on partygoers with a cup of wickedly wonderful Witch's Brew, served from a jacko-lantern punch bowl. Move to the Main Dishes ... Guests can enjoy Spooky Sloppy Joes, decorated in all sorts of ghoulish guises, or a bewitching bowl of Monster Meatball Soup. Finish With a Sweet Treat... Terrifically tasty Scary Tarts topped with fun and frightful sights promise a fiendishly fine ending to a goblin good party ! No tricks to preparing this tasty menu of quick and w.iple heats. Convenient fuH\-< n-kod beef meatballs are the t me trimmers for the savors onp. while everybody s ta\ >d beet stars in the Spooky Sloppy Joes. And sweetened condensed milk magically adds ix>th >pe< ial flavor and a creamy lew. e to the punch and the tarts Scary Tarts Total preparation and chilling time: 25 minutes 1 can (14 ounces) Eagle Brand Sweetened Condensed Milk (NOT evaporated milk) 1 cup cold water 1 package (4-serv ing size) instant white chocolate flavor pudding mil 2 cups frozen nondairy whipped topping, thawed 2 packages (4 ounces eac h) single serve graham cracker pie crusts Decorations: Assorted candies, colored sprinkles or Halloween candy cut outs 1. Blend Eagle Brand and water with mixer or wire whisk in large bowl. Beat in pudding mix until blended. 2. Chill at least 10 minutes. Fold in whipped topping. Spoon into pie crusts; chill and decorate, as desired. Refrigerate leftovers. Makes 12 tarts. 3. Spoon equal amounts of beef mixture on bottom half of each bun. Close with top half of each bun. Decorate beef mixture or bun tops with decorations, as desired. Makes 4 servings. Cook's Tips: To make olive bats, cut sliced black olives in half. Arrange halves on top of bun to resemble bat wings. To make ghosts, use cookie cutters to cut ghost shapes from cheese Spooky ‘'loppy Joes Total preparation and cooking slices. time: 30 minutes 1 pound ground beef Monster Meatball Soup 1 small onion, chopped 1/2 cup chopped orange or red Total preparation and cooking time: 30 minutes bell pepper 1 package (16 ounces) frozen 1 can (8 ounces) tomato fully-cooked beef meatballs sauce with basil, garlic and 1 cup frozen vegetable oregano mixture (such as broccoli, 1/2 cup chili sauce cauliflower and carrots) 1 tablespoon Worcestershire 2 cups water sauce 1 can (14 to 14-1/2 ounces) 1/2 teaspoon salt ready-to-serve beef broth 1/8 teaspoon black pepper 1 can (14-1/2 ounces) diced 4 hamburger buns, split tomatoes with roasted Ghoulish Garnishes garlic (see Cook's Tips, below) 3/4 cup uncooked small pasta 1. Brown ground beef with onion shapes (such as Halloween, and bell pepper in large nonstick alphabet or wagon wheel) skillet over medium heat 8 to 10 Dairy sour cream (optional) minutes or until beef is not pink, breaking into 3/4-inch crumbles. Pour off drippings. 2. Stir in tomato sauce, chili sauce, Worcestershire sauce, salt and black pepper. Cook an additional 3 minutes or until healed through, stirring occasionally. Spook v Sloppy foes Witch'* Brvw 1. Combine frozen vegetables, water, broth, undrained tomatoes and pasta in large saucepan; bring to boil. Reduce heat; simmer according to package directions until pasta is just tender. 2. Meanwhile, microwave meatballs according to package directions. Add meatballs to soup; heat through. Serve with sour cream, if desired. Makes 4 servings. Cook's Tip: For an extra special touch, serve Parmesan Toasts with the soup. Cut sliced white bread into Halloween shapes with cookie cutters. Place shapes on baking sheet; sprinkle with Parmesan cheese. Bake shapes in 350°F oven about 10 minutes or until bread is toasted and cheese begins to brown. Additional dessert recipes, cooking tips and holiday entertaining ideas can be found at www.eaglebrand.com. Log on to www. BeefIts Whatsf orDinner, c om for recipes, cooking timetables and other helpful information about beef. MonMrr Mrathjll Soup �Page 20/The Sun and News, Middleville. September 30. 2003 One big play the difference in TK loss to SC by Brett Bremer Sports Editor South Christian took con­ trol of the O-K Gold race by topping Middleville 14-9 on Friday night. The Sailors arc the only undefeated team left in league play. “There's a lot of football left to play.” said TK varsity football coach Tim Penfield after the contest. “We need to regroup and get ready to go get Byron Center, who's very talented as well.” The Trojan offense had some trouble moving the ball against South Christian, and one slip up by the Trojan defense was enough for the Sailors. On the opening play of the second half. South Christian sophomore full back Matt Bakker took an innocent hand off through the middle, then popped free out the left side and earned the ball 86yards for a TD. The twopomt conversion gave South a 14-7 lead. “Our D played great." said Penfield. "We just had that one slip up on the full back.” The Trojan D did its best to make up for that one slip up TK's offense went 67 yards in 14 plays when it got the ball back, but the drive stalled inches short of a first down at the South 10. All 67 yards on the drive game on the ground for TK. The TK defense put two points of its own on the board by stopping South for a loss on two plays following a Sailor penalty. On thirdand-16 at the 4. Trojan soph­ omore Ben Ybema broke through and sacked South quarterback Adam Syswerda for a safety with 3:55 left to go in the third quarter A penalty filled fourth quarter saw both teams has e trouble moving the football. The Trojans' next best chance came after a short South Christian punt. TK started with the ball at its own 48. but after six plays had moved the ball just eight yards. A pass on a fake punt fell incomplete. TK got off to a slow start. After an initial first down to open the game. TK was forced to punt. South took over at its own 26 and marched down the field to take a 6-0 lead. Syswerda found Ryan Sinnema wide open in the comer of the end zone on a play action pass. The missed extra point looked like it could come back to haunt the Sailors. The Trojan offense was sparked by a 16-yard com­ pletion from Josh Eldridge to David Finkbeiner on the first play of a drive in the second quarter. TK took the ball 76yards. ending on a 2-yard TD plunge by Adam Loveless. Chris Humphrey’s extra The Trojans’ Ben Ybema (3) reaches out a hand and trips up South Christian half back Grant Webster (right). (Photo by Brett Bremer) point put TK up 7-6. Loveless led the Trojan offense with 81 yards on 16 cames. Scott Brooks carried the ball 14 times for 70 yards TK had 211 yards on the ground, but onlj 12 in the passing game. The On Wednesday, September 24 the TK golf team hosted Wyoming Park in an OK Gold Conference Match. It was a very cloudy and windy Wednesday, September 24, at Yankee Springs Golf Course and the TK golfers came out flat against a Wyoming Park Team who had its best score of the season. Wyoming Park got the best of the Trojans 154 to 159. This was a very important Our Hometown Charitable Organization MISSION: To enrich and enhance the quality of life in the Thornapple Area by acting as a leader and catalyst in the evolving needs of the community. match for TK considering the fact that they still had one more league loss than Caledonia who the Trojans played Monday. Low rounds for TK were Brett Knight 38, Chase VandenBerg 40, Josh Enyart 40, and Kyle Funk 41. This was a very disap­ pointing outing for the TK squad who seem to be in a little mid-season slump after their outstanding match against South Christian. The Trojans hosted Scot golfers faced final foe Monday Caledonia's varsity boys' golf team improved to 8-0 in the O-K Gold last week by topping Holland Christian at Broadmoor Wednesday night. For scholarship and charitable gift information, please write to: P.O. Box 164 Middleville, Michigan 49333-0164 tktaef’ij'hotmail.com >0990 Come Home to... Riverland Qidge 23 2 - acre parcels starting at $59,900 Wooded and walkout lots Out-buildings allowed Quiet country setting Caledonia Schools Contact Brian Martin (616) 891-2272 Cell (616) 291-3439 Famous Flooring 616-891-9000 prime homes Equal HousMtg Leader TK’s Darrin Tape fights off a South Christian tackler while trying to turn the corner. (Photo by Brett Bremer) Trojan golfer fall to 4-2 in the Gold THORNAPPLE AREA ENRICHMENT FOUNDATION FINANCING THROUGH State Bank of Caledonia 1-800-892-8175. FDIC South Christian amassed 280 yards total, with 255 coming on the ground. Brooks led the Trojan D with 11 tackles. Ybema had nine tackles, and Andrew Reeder six. The Scots were kxiking to stay perfect Monday night when they faced off against Middleville at Yankee Springs. The O-K Gold tour­ nament is set for Monday, October 6. Against the Maroons last week, Caledonia outshot their guests 153 to 158. Eric Foote led the Saxons with a 37. Abe Mulvihill and Isaac Mulvihill each shot 38’s, while Chris Lxatherman and Loren Crandell each carded 40’s for the Scots. Holland Christian was led by Sam Wiersema’s oneover-36. Chase VandenBerg Caledonia on Monday and if the TK golfers can get back into their games it could put the Trojans hack into the pic ­ ture for a league champi onship. With a win over the Scot's and a win at the con fercnee tournament the Trojans could end up toittfa share of thr conference championship. The league championship is still up for grabs and it should be a very exiting two weeks for all the teams in the league. 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The induction banquet will be held Wednesday October 8. at Raffaela's by Paganos Restaurant, on the comer of Screened or Unscreened 84th Street and Broadmoor. Sand, Gravel, Crushed Concrete Social time will begin at 6 p.m. with dinner to follow at What is a “King Bloom?” An apple tree bears clus­ ters of four to five blooms. The central and first bloom, or “king bloom." has the nat­ ural capacity to produce the biggest and best fruit. If the “king bloom” fails to deliver fruit there are three to four adjacent blooms wait­ ing to step in to assure that there is a plentiful apple har­ vest Apple lovers (and farmers) can look forward to “King" fruit this year. Michigan apples also bene fitted from weather that brought the right amount of rain at the right time over spring and summer. Michigan farmers Scots announce their second set of Hall of Fame inductees BLACK TOPSOIL 6:30. Tickets for the induction banquet will be on sale in the Caledonia High School Athletic Office from now until Friday October 3. from 8 a.m. to 3 p.m. Cost of the banquet ticket is $15 per per­ son. The five inductees will be introduced to the homecom­ ing crowd during the pregame festivities on Friday October 10. For more information con­ tact the Caledonia Athletic Office at (616) 891-0211. expect to pick about 23 mil­ they are sold as entire apples lion bushels (970 million in grocery stores or directly pounds) of apples in the next from farm markets. 80 days! Michigan is regarded as the Look for new Michigan nation’s leading roadside varieties. marketing state. Along with an overall The remaining 60 percent great crop. Michigan apple of Michigan apples are growers have a few “shining processed into applesauce, stars" among their apples. slices, juices, cider and other Some of the newer varieties products. Michigan cooks up of Michigan apples include over 50 percent of the the Honeycrisp. Gala. Fuji nation’s apple slices and is and Gingergold. Traditional the largest supplier of apple favorites include Red slices used in commercially Delicious. Golden Delicious. baked apple pies. Michigan Jonathon. Ida Red. Rome. apples arc also a main source McIntosh. Empire and for applesauce as well as nat­ Northern Spy. ural and pasteurized apple Michigan’s apples will be cider. harvested under the guidance Michigan apples arc sold of family farmers who oper­ throughout the United States. ate their own orchards, Michigan’s central location which are sometimes fourth makes it easy to quickly ship and fifth-generation fresh apples into markets Michigan fruit farms. from Texas to Ontario, from According to recent statis­ the Dakotas to Florida. tics. Michigan has 1.100 Michigan apples are also orchards, most of the having branching out international­ fewer than 200 acres of ly. If you were traveling apples. These family-run abroad, you might spot farms add up to a whopping Michigan apples in Europe. 8.5 million apple trees, cov­ Central and South America ering almost 50,000 acres. and the Caribbean. Fresh from the farm to As you shop the pnxluce market or processing plant section of your local super­ Each year, about 40 per­ market or farm market this ’ cent of Michigan apples arc year, remember... Michigan sold fresh market, meaning apples arc "King" this year? DOZER WORK Stumps, Clearing, Driveways TK eagers top Wildcat’s, but can’t keep up with South 269-795-7830 Quality work at competitive prices Senior Citizen Discounts Written Labor Warranty Licensed and Insured RESIDENTIAL ROOFING SPECIALIST Tear-offs & Re-roofs ALL STAR ROOFING Call us for a free Professional Estimate (616) 877-4253 The momentum of a league victories over Hastings and Wayland didn’t last when the Middleville varsity girls’ basketball team went up against South Christian on Thursday. The Sailors earned an 8549 victory over the host Trojans. The Trojans were led by Jessica Flaska, who turned in a 17 point performance. Kristy Hall added 12 points for TK in the loss. The Caledonia High School Athletic Department and Caledonia Athletic Boosters announce the... % Athletics The Fighting Scots 2003 Inductees to the Caledonia Hall of Fame Thornton Au water Coach • William Jousma Class of 1950 Dave Hodgkinson - Coach •Jill Harrison - Class of 1985 Paul Peterman Coach The Trojans had just come off a big, 58-55 victory over Wayland on Tuesday night. Flaska led the Trojans in that one as well, pouring in 19 points. Chanda Brice had eight points for the Trojans, while Hall and Ashley Aspinall each added seven. TK jumped out to a nine point first quarter lead, then was able to hold on the rest of the way. It was the second league victory of the season for the Trojans. The Trojans have a pair of very tough opponents on the slate for this week. 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Slaw___________ ___ ___ ~ Dine In or Take Out ~ CALEDONIA, Ml Market (616) 891 5555 • Restaurant (616) 891 5557 9740 Cherry Valley Road (M-37) *2.09 *1.89 • .99 *139 * .99 *9.00 ’13.00 *17.00 ’24.00 ’2.99 �Page 24/The Sun and News. Middleville. September 30. 2003 TK girls ' harriers racing on road back to the top The road back to the top is always a hazardous journey, but the Middleville girls’ cross country team appears ready, willing and able to take on the challenge. Coach Tammy Benjamin's Trojans, on a mission to atone for not win­ ning a fourth straight state Division II championship last season, served notice Saturday at the Carson City Invitational by taking first in the 24-team small B divi­ sion. They edged Remus Chippewa Hills by one team point. 86-87. Carson City is one of the two most competitive invita­ tional* in the state. The other, the Portage Invitational, will be held this Saturday morning and one of the teams scheduled to be in the race is defending state champion Battle Creek Lakeview. Junior Kaleigh Page led Middleville with her career­ best effort and first time eclipsing the 20-minute bar rier Page finished ninth with a time of 19:54.7. Not far behind were fresh­ man Rebecca Winchester in 11th place at 20:06 and sen­ ior Jessica Stortz in 13th at 20:11 Rounding out the scoring were sophomore Chaney Robinson. 24th in 20:57 and junior Natalie Hoag, continuing her climb back into the highest level of competition after an early season illness. 29th in 21:07. The Trojan* had to keep an eye on the top division race, in which East Grand Rapids finished third. Lowell was eighth and Wayland 10th East Grand Rapids, led by junior Laura Malnor. who was first in 18:18.7. must be considered a serious chal­ lenger for this years Division Il crown. Taking the runnerup slot behind Malnor in that race was Wayland freshman sensation Jessica Armstrong, who set a school record w ith a time of 18:47. Fellow O-K Gold Conference member Grand Rapids South Christian was fourth in the division Saturday with 131 team points. Meanwhile, the Caledonia girls’ team finished 16th in the A-B division of the Carson City meet. Ellen Dykstra Wilcox’s Scots had to run against the likes of perennial Division I state champ Rockford and were without sophomore Brandi Victory and two others. Senior Tricia Miedema pac**d Caledonia with a 23rdplace finish in 20:16.5, soph­ omore Kendra Ross was 32nd in 20:35, followed by Kendal Parbel, 100th in 22:19; Sara Krips 113th in 22:50, and Nikki Muuse. 121st in 2303. More than 150 runners Kaleigh Page competed in each division of the invitational. The Caledonia boys' cross teams had a lot tougher days than the girls. Caledonia checked in 19th among 27 teams. Drew O’Malley fin­ ished 63rd in 17:33, Kirk Post 72nd in 17:39. Frank D’Amico 84th in 17:46, Jon Goebel 85th in 17:47 and Tom Wynsma 160th in 19:14. The Middleville boys were 22nd among 24 teams. Alex Robinson was 82nd in 18:18, Chns Harkness 113th in 19 18. Mike Berryman 123rd in 19:56. Mike Kraus 131st in 20:21 and Brian Cuneo 132nd in 20:23. Trojans win double dual The Middleville girls last Wednesday overcame an unfamiliar, tough and hilly Hastings course and two solid O-K Gold Conference rivals, Caledonia and Wayland to score two dual meet victories. The Trojans defeated Caledonia 25-34 and Wayland 20-40. The Scots and Wayland tied 2828. but the Wildcats were declared the winner because their sixth fastest runner came in ahead of the Scots’. Winchester was in second place for the meet behind Wayland’s Armstrong. Miedema was third to lead Caledonia. For Middleville, Page was fourth. Stortz sev­ enth. Hoag eighth and Robinson ninth. Kersta Gustafson finished 10th, ahead Way land's second, third and fourth runners, and Aubrey Raymond was right behind in 14th. For Caledonia. Ross was fifth and Victory sixth. Parbel 15th and Muuse 19th. “Brandi Victory ran a gutsy race, staying with Kendra Ross to close out the Wayland second through fifth girls.” said Wilcox. The double dual success pushed Middleville’s dual meet record to 4-0 and left the Trojans as the onlyunbeaten team left in the Gold. The Scot boys' team split the double dual, beating Middleville 19-42. but losing to Wayland 24-34. Wayland defeated Middleville 16-45. Pacing Caledonia was O'Malley in second place. Post backed him up in third, Goebel was seventh. Mike Schmidtke 12th and Wynsma 14th. Middleville was led by Harkness in eighth. Robinson I Oth. Andy Dombrowski 17th. Tim Wilson 20th and Lars Gustafson 24th. TK Band Boosters meet Oct. 6 The TK Band Boosters will meet at 7 p.m. Monday, Oct. 6, in the high school band room. Jerri Sager is the new pres­ ident of the group. There w ill be a discussion of upcoming events and filling volunteer positions. GFWC-Gun Lake area meeting will be Oct. 8 Fran Leonard, president of the GFWC- Gun Lake area, has announced that the Oct. 8 meeting of the organization will begin at 10 a.m. at Bay Pointe Restaurant. The meeting will include a look back at the home tour and forward to the holidays. In addition to a speaker, club members will have a chance to purchase jewelry as a fund-raiser for the club. There will be a review of the regional GFWC meeting held in Wayland Oct. 2. Club members are remind­ ed that the Gun Lake Library sponsored by the club closes on Oct. 15 until May There also will be news * about the upcoming meetings including the return of Deanna House in November, For more information about activities of the GFWC-Gun Lake area women's club call Ixonard at 795-8731. 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SAVE some GREEN at Gavin! • SAVE some GREEN at Gavin! • SAVE some GREEN at Gavin! � https://barrycountyhistoryportal.org/files/original/25/713/SunandNews_2003-10-07.pdf 9fdd7deeb5b7ccf99bb75b38ce38e574 PDF Text Text 00/00/00 F HASTINGS PUBLIC LI BPAR' ,HURCH ST md News . . 1 A k I Your Hometown Newspaper Serving Middleville and Caledonia Areas 132nd year Published by J-Ad Graphics, Inc. No. 41/October 7, 2003 Caledonia schools business manager decides to resign by Cathy Rueter Staff Writer Business Manager Judi Dean officially bid farewell to the Caledonia school dis­ trict after 25 years during a special board meeting last Thursday night. In a joint press release issued by Dean and the dis­ trict through Personnel Di rec tor/1nte ri m Superintendent Carol Nelson-Purkey, it was explained that “Caledonia Community School District officials envision the restruc­ turing of the central office. Although the precise restruc­ turing that will take place has not yet been determined, the officials believe the position of business manager will be eliminated or downsized. Many of the duties and responsibilities currently performed by the business manager will become part of a new position that will include operational responsi­ bility for technology.” Dean responded in the same release by saying, "It is with a heavy heart that I leave Caledonia Community Schools. “In my 25 years I have Judi Dean seen many changes. I am very proud of the district’s accomplishments. We were able to find the balance between providing strong education opportunities for our children and the fiscal responsibility demanded by our taxpayers.” During my tenure, we have grown from a student population of 1,300 to 3,500. Through difficult financial times in the ’80s, as well as today, we have managed to maintain an adequate fund balance. Our community has provided the support needed to accommodate our growing student population through four bond issues. I wish the district well in its efforts to manage the challenges of public school finance and technology." Dean originally came to the Caledonia District in August 1978 as a bookeeper. In July 1984 she was pro­ moted to business coordina­ tor. before becoming busi­ The Homecoming Court for Thornapple Kellogg High School is ready to face the ness manager in July of rigors of dressing up this coming Friday. Pictured from left in the front row are Sarah 1986. Wenger, Lia Tandy, Beth Steors, Stacy Huizinga, Mallory Egolf and Chelsea Dubois Dean's contract, with a In the back row are Andrew Schultz, Danny Thompson, Mike Hoskins, Darrin Tape. salary of $80,865.00, was Mark Rolison and Scott Brown. one of three not renewed recently by the district. Although Dean. Curriculum Manager Chris Bums and Caledonia Elementary Principal.Cheryl O’Connor had contracts through the end of the year, this is the second resignation in as made plans for their halls omores to be wearing bouf­ by Patricia Johns many months. and the football team is prac­ fant hair styles as they emu­ Staff Writer Dean’s resignation Thomapple Kellogg high ticing in earnest for its game late the 1950s. Freshmen will be power dressing or became official immediately and middle schools are in the against Wyoming Park. Seniors are dressing and hiphopping through the while O’Connor officially midst of raising school spirit resigned with the September this week as they prepare for decorating their hallways in 1990s. The staff will be monthly board meeting. homecoming Friday night, the style of the 1980s. searching Goodwill or their Juniors are looking through closets for the height of Dean’s was one of three Oct. 10. 1940s style. At the high school the magazines, searching out employee contracts not During the week high homecoming court has been styles from the 1960s and renewed recently by the dis­ selected, the classes have 1970’s. Look for some soph­ trict. See TK Homecoming, pg. 3 TK students getting ready for homecoming Caledonia prepares for its homecoming Between the PowderPuff game, a showing of “JAWS,” root beer floats, daily dressing up, a rousing game of dodgeball, and pep assembly, it can only be one thing — Spirit Week! Caledonia High School students are in the midst of celebrating in anticipation of the Homecoming Football game and festivities. Yesterday, pajama day. started the merriment with the girls’ PowderPuff game which was followed by “JAWS” movie night in the student parking lol. (No available data at the time of this writing for the winning team or those attending the movie night.) Today the fun continued kon ceiebrity/rock star day. with root beer floats, the ever-popular car jam and the starting of float building. Tomorrow, western day. will bring along Hollywood Boulevard (handprinting banner) and Name that Couple (quiz bowl). Thursday will be “Day at the Gym” with dodgeball and more root beer floats. Making up this year’s Queens Court are Rachelle Buer, (left front) and Lindsey Byte (nght) along with Lindsay Coolman, in back. Fridav wraps up the pregame complete with floats and the spirit fest with Purple and Homecoming Court in all Gold Day. Star Search (tal­ their finery, kicks off at 5:30 ent show) and the pep assem­ pm on Mam Street in Caledonia The game, bly at 1:30 p.m. The Homecoming parade. against Holland Christian. No matter who’s crowned on Friday evening, it looks as if Kyle Funk. Angel Castillo and Loren Crandel will remain buds. will begin at 7 p.m. Homecoming King and Queen w ill be crowned at the end of the game Denny (CHS Security Support Staff) and Mary Schneider will be this year's grand marshals for the homecoming parade. More photos on page 10 In This Issue. • Ken VanBree will be ‘Honored Alumnus’ • TK senior Michael Hoskins named ‘Outstanding 4-Her’ • Phase II construction begins at TK high school • Caledonia Twp. budget to be adopted Oct. 15 �Page 2/The Sun and News. Middleville. October/, 20QG Ken VanBree will be ‘Honored Alumnus' As Caledonia High School celebrates its homecoming Friday evening, the Caledonia Education Foundation will honor alum­ nus Ken VanBree from the Class of 1963. VanBree will be the sixth “Honored Alumnus” of the foundation, a tradition begun in 1998. He was active at CHS in an electronics club, which swayed his decision to pur­ sue studies in electrical engi­ neering. After graduation he first attended Grand Rapids Junior College (Community College) and then transferred to the University of Michigan in 1965. earning his bachelor of science degree in electrical engineer­ ing in December 1967. Ln the fall of 1968. he entered Massachusetts Institute of Technology on a National Science Foundation Fellowship, where he studied semiconductor technology and computers He left MIT In 1971 with a master's and engineer’s degree in electrical engineer­ ing. and joined Hewlett Packard Laboratories in Palo Alto. Calif. VanBrfee spent more than 30 years at Hewlett Packard and Agilent Technologies, which spun off Hewlett Packard in 1991. During that Mothers & More to discuss single income family issues Area moms are invited to join in the discussion with the Middleville chapter of Mothers and More at 7 p.m. Monday. Oct. 13, as they plan to discuss issues that arise specifically in one income households. Budgeting. vacations, division of household labor, jealousy of spousal benefits and time away from home all can be issues in a single income family. Tight labor markets, and work layoffs often cause these issues to come to the forefront unex­ pectedly. The Middleville chapter of Mothers & More meets yearround at 7 p.m. on the second and fourth Mondays of each month on the lower level of Kids First Learning Place in Middleville and provides moms with a child-free meeting to relax and enjoy a wide variety of relevant top­ ics to mothers. Mothers & More is an international not-for-profit support group dedicated to improving the lives of mothers through support education and advocacy. The group offers a nation­ wide network of chapters with over 7.500 members who have, by choice or cir­ cumstance. altered their par­ ticipation in the paid work­ place in order to care for family members at home. Chapters are structured to support women as they navi­ gate the challenges of daily life in order to achieve a bet­ ter balance between caregiv­ ing, paid work or family sup­ port. Mothers & More also works to raise the conscious­ ness of the public about all the work both paid and unpaid that moms do and offers mom-to-mom support, on-line networking, charity fund-raising, outings with kids, Moms Night Out, national and local volunteer opportunities, professional development, playgroups and more. For further information about the Middleville chap­ ter of Mothers and More, call (269) 795-5242, or visit www.mothersandmore.org. Caledonia Education”* Foundation invites you to join us in welcoming... 2005 Honored 7/I Alumnus Ken VanBree (Class of 1963) ...at the 2003 Homecoming Football Game ~ October 10 ~ time he participated in the birth and development of the semiconductor revolution that affects every aspect of our lives today. He has helped develop semiconduc­ tor processes, written com­ puter programs to design leading edge integrated cir­ cuits, and managed design and support organizations for creating state of the art ICs for use in computers, calcu­ lators and printers. His last project at Agilent was a high speed communi­ cations chip that allows com­ puter networks (ethemet) to operate over telephone sys­ tem standards (SONET) at speeds in excess of 2.5 gigabits/second. VanBree left Agilent last March to pursue his dream of starting a business of his ow n that combines his interest in high-tech with his interest in photography. He will take part in homecoming events, including several appearances at the high school during the day on Friday. At 5:30 p.m.. he will ride in the homecoming parade through the village of Caledonia, after which he and his guests will w atch the football game from the 50yard line. He will be acknowledged at halftime of the game with a brief cere­ mony honoring him as an alumnus of Caledonia High School Everyone is invited to join in the festivities. Ken VanBree Two Caledonia farms join Kent Harvest Trails by Cathy Rueter Staff Writer Knott’s Greenhouse LLC and Orchard Hill Farm, both in Caledonia, are taking part in the 16th annual Kent Harvest Trails, an annual tra­ dition of picking fruit, stuff­ ing scarecrows, carving pumpkins and eating. This family friendly event of the Kent Ag Tourism Counci can be enjoyed through Sunday, Oct. 26. Debra Hinton, Kent Harvest Trails coordinator, said, "(This is) a great way for families to spend time togeth­ er having fun and learning at the same time." The 16-year old tradition was started by Kent MSU Extension 15 years ago. The 16 farms in the trails this year are actual working farms in Kent County. There is no admission charge for the farms but some may charge a small fee for certain activities to cover costs incurred by providing materials for "the thousands of people who come out dur­ ing the five weeks of the Kent Harvest Trails." Farm guides arc available at Independent Banks. D&W Food Centers, participating farms and on line at www.kentharvesttrails.org. Number 14 on the farm guide is Knott's Greenhouse LLC. located at .3422 76th Street SE in Caledonia. Contact Knott's at 616-6988221. Orchard Hill Fann, number 15 on the farm guide, is locat­ ed at 2934 68th Street in Caledonia. Contact Orchard Hill at 616-868-7229. UAW Local #1002 still helping to feed local hungry Free food will be distrib­ uted to those in need at 3:30 p.m. Tuesday, Oct. 7 and Oct. 21, at the UAW Union Hall, 295 Washington St. in Middleville. Anyone who is at risk of going hungry qualifies to receive this food. “If someone you know has to choose between paying for other expenses such as rent or medicine and buying food, or skips meals to make sure their children have enough to eat, they may be at risk of going hungry,’ a spokesper­ son from the UAW said. The UAW Local #1002 has been distributing food to those in need since the sum­ mer of 2002. The food distri­ butions are a collaborative effort among the Food Bank of South Central Michigan, UAW Local #1002, the Middleville United Methodist Church and the Barry County United Way. The Food Bank is a United Way agency. It is a member Can 269*945-9554 for Sun & News classified ads IRRESISTABLY AFFORDABLE, EXCLUSIVELY AVAILABLE AT C0NTEMP0 SALON! AVEDA COLOR. HAIR & BODY Replenish - Revive - Reveal * - - New Super Bulbs - 2 WEEKS UNLIMITED TANNING $20.00 JLf ^ONTEMPO cJ^LON Stop by the 50 yard line & say hello! 616-891-1095 3 ---• 9551 Cherry valley. Caledonia Village Centre of America’s Second Harvest and the Food Bank Council of Michigan. HASTINGS 4 �The Sun and News. Middleville. October 7, 2003/ Page 3 DC Homecoming, M-37 meeting set for Oct. 22 by Patricia Johns Staff Writer The public will be invited to comment Wednesday. Oct. 22. on the M-37 corridor plan being worked on by a special committee with the help of consultant Douglas Strauss. The committee includes representatives from the townships with property along M-37. the City of Hastings and the Village of Middleville. Caledonia Township to the north and Bedford Township to the south also have been asked to contribute to the discussion. Work on the M-37 corridor began with a subcommittee of the Our Land Committee and then became much more for­ malized in 2001. With the help of a grant from the Michigan Department of Transportation, the commit­ tee began work in earnest this summer. County Commissioner Jim French believes that the pub­ lic will want to comment on the various improvement sug­ gestions. “They know how hard it is to make a left turn along parts of M-37." he says. Strauss has made sugges­ tions about ways to improve access and flow along M-37. Maps showing these pro­ posed changes will be on dis­ play during the public hear­ ings. The afternoon session will be held from 3 to 5 p.m. Wednesday, Oct. 22, at the Kellogg Community College Fehsenfeld Center in Hastings. A second public hearing will be held Wednesday. Oct. 22, from 6:30 to 8:30 p.m. at the Pierce Cedar Creek Institute. movie OUTPOJT VIDGO SUMRTTORC Glen Valley Retail Center M-37 891-9303 {MOVIC OUTPOST! OCTOBERFEST! get a second rental FREE Blood drive slated for 1st Baptist A special Red Cross blood drive will be held from noon to 5:45 p.m. Tuesday. Oct. 2, at the First Baptist Church, 5075 N. Middleville Road. The drive is sponsored by Thornapple Township Emergency Services. In Michigan, more and more students are rolling up their sleeves to give blood through the American Red Cross. Most of the blood drives are organized by stu­ dents themselves, and encourage healthy rivalries among student groups, between schools, or among members of the local com­ munity. From October through November. 491 blood drives are scheduled at high schools and colleges in the 63 Michigan counties served by the Great Lakes Region of the American Red Cross. With a cumulative goal of 29.749 pints, these drives represent 23 percent of col­ lections and 17 percent of all blood drives for two months. "Traditionally, fall is a peak time for blood collec­ tions from students." says Red Cross CEO Fred Stems, adding that many students are first-time donors. "One of our goals is to reach out to our young people and encourage them to make giv­ ing blood a lifeong tradilion," About 20 percent of peo­ ple who donate blood are between 17 and 24 years old. The severe dip in blood col­ lections last summer is attributed, in part, to lack of blood collections from stu­ dents when schools were out of session. Nationwide, blood collec­ tions through the American Red Cross have been on the decline since May. In Michigan. July and August were the crudest months, with supplies of critical types like O-negative teetering on a six- to 12-hour supply. Three days is considered a safe level for meeting the needs of patients in the 70 hospitals served by the Red Cross in this. This September, blood donations have been down an average of 10 -.iercent, with the over­ all supply fluctuating between 24 and 36 hours. To learn about blood drives in your area, call 1800-GIVE-LIFE. continued from page 1 school students will get to will get to relieve the tension and the weekends with dress up. or as yesterday, of Measures of Academic School Spirit day with every­ down. Today they are Progress testing as they dress one wearing lots of orange dressed for a job. occupation up as well. Monday, was and black. The high school will judge clash and crazy hair day. On or a career. Wednesday. Oct. 8. is col­ Tuesday the students could the hallways Thursday morn­ lege day when students may show off their farmer’s over­ ing before school. There will be an all-school assembly Besides Strauss, represen­ wear hats, but they must be alls. the love beads borrowed tatives from the Michigan college related. On Thursday from their grandparents will Friday afternoon. Homecoming weekend on display on Department of Transportation students will be dressed in be (MDOTk Barry County Road their class decades and on Wednesday’s hippie day, ends with the Homecoming Commission. Barry County Friday, it is Black and Hawaiian day on Thursday Dance Saturday. Oct. 11. at 8 will bring out those shirts p.m. Planning and Zoning Orange Day. Middle school students from the back of the closet Commission and from the Williams and Works engi­ neering firm will be available to answer questions. After the public hearings, the committee will review comments and the plan should be completed by the end of the year. Work also is being com­ pleted to see if it is possible to coordinate zoning ordinances along the corridor. At a recent committee meeting. Strauss Open Weekdays 10 am to 11 pm & midnight on Fri. & Sat. said. “We don’t want devel­ opers to be able to move along the corridor, pitting one municipality against another because the ordinances are i Rent One Movie or Game and • ’Rent “Ac,ion Pack mov,es ,0 ge' different.” you a free rental. ~ CDCC Blood donors must be at least 17 years old . weigh I 10 pounds, and be in general­ ly good health. with this coupon. Good Sunday thru Thursday Offer good at Caledonia location Free rental of equal or lesser value One coupon per visit please. 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The school also w ill be open for tours on that Saturday on this day. According to Kris Apol, chairwoman of the Caledonia Historic Commission, it was neces­ sary to cancel last year's event because of concern about an unsafe front porch. "We now have a new solid porch and are read) to host another fun time for the kids." said Apol. "If you're in the neighborhood, stop in and visit us!" For more information LOCAL CHURCH DIRECTORY ALASKA BAPTIST CHURCH A Living Church - Serving a Liling Lord Morning Worship....................... 9:30 Fellowship Time......................... 10 35 Sunday School .............................10:50 Evening Praise............................. 6 00 WEDNESDAY . Family Night 6:00 a.m. a.m. a.m. p.m. p.m. 7240 68(h Street, SE - Caledonia 2 miles east of M-37 Pastor, Dr Brian F. Harrison Youth Pastor Kevin Stiles C 0 M M U I I T r CHURCH a place to belong, a place to become (Contemporary, Casual, Non-denominabonal) Sunday Morning Worshtp.............9:30 & 11:00 a m. 8175 Broadmoor, Caledonia Rev Michael Stowell. Dad Pastor Rev David Moorhead, Assoc. Pastor Joe Cipcic. Worship Leader Dennv Houma. Youth Pastor Church Office 6I6 89I-O2S7 Visit out web site www bnghtside.org CALEDONIA CHRISTIAN REFORMED CHURCH FIRST BAPTIST CHURCH OF MIDDLEVILLE M-37. north of Middleville • ”95-9726 Bnxc \. Stewart. Senior Pastor Tim A. Vine. Asst. Pastor Youth Douglas (>. Beason. Visitation Pastor Gary Weaver. Musk Minister Pastor David Stewart. CE Children s Pastor Sunday School Sunday Morning Worship Service Sunday Evening Service Wednesday Mid Week Prayer Word of Life Chibs 9 45 a.m. 11:00 a m. 6r00 p.m. 6:45 p m 6:45 p.m. Services at 9:30 a m. and 6 p.m. "Where is God When You Need One?” Worship Services 8:45 a.m. and 10:30 a_m. Children \ Sunday School .............................. 10:30 a_m (Nursery Available Throughout) Rev Norman Kohns. Pastor (616) 891-8167 Church Office; 616-891 -8669 Fax: 891-8648 • wwwxaiedofuauinc org Community of ALASKA CONGREGATION 8146 68th St. near Whrtn©yv«e Ave Church School. Sunday 9-45 ajn. Praise Singing . 1050 ajn. Morning Worship 1100 ajn Wed. Felko* ship ~ 7.30 p m. Pastor E.G. Frizzell Church Ph. 616-868-6810 • Pastor ’s Ph 616-897-6740 + St Paul Lutheran Church Missouri Svjnod Comer of 54th St and Kraft in Caledonia 1 mile west of M-37 Traditional Service Acoustic Praise & Worship Service 8:30 AM 11.00 AM St Paul Lutheran Church Sunday School Sr Adult Bible Study 945 AM SS. CYRIL and ’ METHODIUS CHURCH 10 AM Sunday Morning Sunday School for ages 3 yr. thru 6th grade: Sr. High. Sun. 6:30 pm Jr. High, Sun. 6:30 pm GUN LAKE COMMUNITY CHURCH & PRESCHOOL 12200 West M 179 Highway (Chief Noonday Road) Wayland. Ml '49348 GUN LAKE COMMUNITY CHURCH Meeting you. your friends, and your family right where you 're at. Sunday Worship: 9<X) a.m or 10:30 a.m. Wednesday Worship 6:30 p.m. 269-795-7903 w * * .gunlakecommuiuty church.org Mass Mass Mass Mass THORN APPLE BIBLE CHURC11 CIjc ©lb Cimc fHetljolJist Cfjurcl) 5590 Whitneyville Ave., S.E. Alto. Ml 49302 Preaching the Living Word Serving The Risen Lord Sunday School ........................ 9:30 a.m. Sunday Morning Worship ,10:30 a.m. (Jr. Church & Nursery available.) Currently meeting at: Emmons Lake Elementary 8950 Kraft SE, Caledonia Rev. Dennis Ross Church: (616) 868-7425 UNITED METHODIST CHURCHES Middleville - Parmelee Sunday SchooL.10:00 a.m. Morning Worship... 11:00 am. Evening Worship...6:00 p.m. Wednesday Prayer Meeting...7:00 p.m. Middleville UMC is temporarily meeting at: 9266 Parmelee Road 9:30 a.m...................................... Sunday School 11:00 a.m....................................... Worship Hour Website: wwumcmiddteville.ofg Rev. Royle Bailard, Pastor Phone 868-6437 Church Office Phone: 795-9266 A CALEDONIA T ‘ UNITED METHODIST October 12: Sermon Topic: Wednesday 6:00 P.M. Evening Prayer phone 795-2370 or 948-9327 Vicar ~ Rev. David T. Huetwick Office Phone 8W-8GAS www.StPaulCaledonia.orq Rev P Adams Phone 891-8440 Phone 891-9259 I mtnons to \inei ‘■------- 1 11:00 A.M. Holy Communion Rev. Tom DeVries. Pastor - 795-9901 One mile east of Whitneyville Rd 9255 84th Street, Alto, Ml 49302 Rev. Dave LeBlanc, Pastor 250 Vine stru t M ! __ I |Q ■ XC AD Services have a Nursery available • Barrier Free Pastor Robert Gerke • Pastor David Siehr 3449 - 76th St. S.E., Caledonia 698-9660 A Church for today’s world Spirit-filled family Church. Kraft Avenue at Johnson Street Saturday Evening Mass . .. .5:00 p.m. Sunday Mass . .9:00 a.m. & 11:00 a.m. Sunday Service Times 9:15 A.M. Morning Prayer (Holy Communion 2nd Sunday) YOU ARE INVITED GRACE UNITED REFORMED CHURCH Proclaiming the Whole Counsel of God CALEDONIA HOLY FAMILY CATHOLIC CHURCH 10:00 a.m. 11:15 a.m. 6:00 p.m. 2415 McCann Rd. dn Irving) 159 131st Avenue 1664 N. M-37 Highway Phone (269) 792-3543 Middleville, MI 49333 • 945-1555 908 W. Main Street Located near the corner of M-37 and McCann Worship Times: (Missouri Synod) Service Times: Worship................................................. 9:30a.m. Sunday School.............................................. 9:45a.m.Saturday......................4:00 p.m. Sunday School........................... 11:00 a.m. Sunday......................... 9:30 a.m Morning Worship................................ 11:00 a m. Adult Bible Class........................ 11:00 a.m. Evening Worship.......................................... 6:00p.m.Weekdays: Youth Group:.......................... 6:00 p.m. Sunday Wednesday.................7:30 p.m. Rev E. Anthony Sikora Midweek 7:00 p.m. Wed. Thursday & Friday..... 9:30 a m Church: (616) 795-2391 9:30 a.m. Thurs. Sunday Worship ............................ 9:30 a m. and 6:00 p.m. (Child & Adult) (During the School Year) Church Office: (616)891-1512 M-37 at 100th St. 708 W. Main Street Morning Worship Service Sunday School Evening Worship Service Middleville Good Shepherd Wesleyan Church Lutheran Church "A Church with a caring heart for our community and the world” Rev. R. Scott Greenway, Pastor Jack Dejong, Pastor of Worship A Adult Ed. JoAnne DeBlaay, Youth Director Al Tiemeyer, Community Calling MIDDLEVILLE CHRISTIAN REFORMED about this or any other Caledonia Historic Commission event, call Apol at 616-891-8365. Rev. Idie Zacbman WAYFARER^ COMMUNITY Lakeside C HURCH Community Church A Place for Family & Friends 6201 Whittles silk Avenue. Aho CHRISTIAN REFORMED Con temporary Worship 9:30 ajn. Sunday School tor All Ages 10:45 a.m Evening Worship 6.00 p.m. Pastor Roger Buhman • Church Office 868-0391 lakesidecommumty org Now meeting at: Thornapple-Kellogg School Auditorium Worship _ 10:00 a.m. Leighton Church Redeemer Covenant Church Located in Leighton Township Corner of 2nd Street and 142nd Avenue Sundat Mcrmng Scrsftip 830 a m Itado vu. 1100 am Gmtemporary Sunin School for Ail .Age1090 ajn Sundai Evening Serncr frOO pm. FT Friends Pre-$d»ai-5<h (Sept April 6 30 pjn RAY TOTN5E?® Panor (616) 891-8028 • kagfrtandntfchjaig Rev. Dr. Jack Doorlag. Interim Minister Nursery & children's activities available. For more information: (616) 891-8119 or w w w.peacechiffvh.cc —Lighting Up Lives for CodSunday An informal, contemporary church committed to our community. Sunday Worship is at 10:00am in Caledonia Middle School's cafeteria. Everyone is welcome! Pastor: Rev. Josh Blunt Contact our Dutton office at (616) 65-65-WAY Check our web site: www.wayfarercc.org WHITNEYVILLE Bible Church 8546 Wwtnewile Ave at 84fh St • 891-8661 “The Church where everybody is somebody... and Jesus is Lord" Worship 9:30 am Christian Education Hour 1140 am Wednesday Family Night 5:45-8:00 pm Pastor Paul M. Hillman hjuth Pastor David Enkson 6951 Hanna Lake Avenue. Caledonia 61^698^001 redeema6nsen.net CHURCH Finding the Way Together! wwwjedeemacovenant.org A member of the bwegdkd Comenmt Chmcha at Amtnu Meeting at Caledonia High School Sunday School V.X am Sunday Momng Wonrtp 1030 a m. Meenrg at chape or- WNtneyvie Ave. Sunday Evening Worsho 6:00pm Wed tAchvee* Prayer & 8Oie Study........ 700 p m Bev ttcmasPorta*Rev KartssNor.Aaoc Porta Morte wtwyv*9Ot)ie.ora �The Sun and News. Middleville. October 7, 2003/ Page 5 TK senior Michael Hoskins named ‘Outstanding 4-Her’ TKHS top students named for September Students of the Month for September were chosen at Thornapple Kellogg High School. (1st Row) Donald Lusingo, Gar Allison; (2nd Row) Ashley Dunn, Stephanie Scott, Kendra DeMond, Angela Forester, Jake DeVries, Laura Maynard; (3rd Row) Heather Betit, Sarah Wolf, Erin Baragar, Corey McClain, Jake Kelly; (Unavailable for Picture) Kaleigh Page, Sunday Matousek. Nate Kyes. Caledonia Library Friends plan barn dance Oct. 25 ■ The Friends of the Caledonia Library will spon­ sor a bam dance from 7 to 11 p.m. Saturday, Oct. 25. at the Caledonia Fire Bam, 230 S. Maple St. The purpose of the dance will be to raise money for the new Caledonia District Library. The Kai-Creek LAST CHANCE SALE! Moving our custom framing, yams, balloons. Sunrider herbs and skin care. (Just Arrived Lots of “FUN FUN FUN' Yarn) EVERYTHING ELSE 50% OFF Fixtures for Sale! f4 J 1 /^Rainbow's End^s J Yarn, Craft & Variety 3 Kickers, a local line-dancing team, will demonstrate and instruct various dances. Everyone can join in on the fun. no dance experience is needed. Refreshments will be pro­ vided. Tickets will be sold at the door for $5. For more information about the bam dance, please call the Caledonia Library at 647-3840. The current library is located at 240 Emmons St. in Caledonia. Work on display includes drawings in pencil, color pencil, pastels, acrylics, oils, water color, pen' and comput­ er. as well as sculpture and graphic design. In addition, he has entered a short film and an animated video he made. He has received numerous Outstanding and Best of Show awards for his art and two Michigan State Fair Gold Ribbon awards for his art works. He says. “4-H has been an excellent learning experience Michael Hoskins for me. Taking care of the animals promoted a sense of and the project areas expand­ responsibility and under ed. Hoskins has worked w ith standing of the importance of rockets, collaborating with planning. Our club has another member to build a grown to nearly a hundred members and I have had an safer control pad. Besides livestock he has opportunity to take a leader­ continued to exhibit other ship role both at the fair and projects at the fair. Showing throughout the year." Hoskins, president of his versatility he has also baked cheesecakes that have Barry Good Critters and been named Best of Show Crafts for two years, has helped the new or younger for two years. He says. “Drawing has members with their projects always been an important at the fair. He concludes. “4-H and part of my life and 1 have been able to display a wide the Barry County Fair have variety of works through 4- been an important part of my life.” H." Thomapple Kellogg High School senior Michael Hoskins was named an •‘Outstanding 4-Her" by the Barry County Farm Bureau last month at its annual meet­ ing. Jessica Broadhurst was also named an Outstanding 4-Her at the meeting. Hoskins has been involved in 4-H since he belonged to the Kaleidoscope Kids Club for Young Clovers. He dis­ covered the fun of exhibiting at the Barry County Fair at that time. He started his 4-H career in livestock with a small white rabbit at the age of 8. Then he began what has become a deep and sustain­ ing interest with goats. He says. “I have worked to improve my goat herd, which has grown substantially over the years. I have correspond­ ed with goat farmers on the Internet and have traveled to other communities as well as talking with local goat fann­ ers in order to learn more about goats. I have raised two Grand Champions and a Reserve Champion meat goat." He began showing hogs at the Fair when he was 12. "I enjoy training my pigs and working to improve my showmanship each year. I carefully formulate a natural feed to promote good growth and flavorful eating." At 14 he became involved in the poultry project show­ ing ducks. "At the 2003 Barry County Fair I was honored to represent the poultry project in the Show of Champions. 1 was especially honored to be named Reserve Champion in the Show of Champions.” he says. The club changed its name to Barry Good Critters and Crafts as the club has grown ooooooooooooooooooooooooee6c06600666061 I Family Trax Oidaa I 1 /9 L Main Sr. Middleville • 795' Hours: Sun.-Thurs. 12-10 pm Fri. & Sat. 12-11 pm DVD, VHS & Game Rentals Movie Reservations 2 Day Rental on Sunday on all Rentals • Every 20,h Rental FREE Locally Owned 9343 Cherry Valley Ave., Caledonia, MI 49316 n M-W & F 9-8; Th 9-8: Sat 9-5 • 616-891-1 106 -J Ghd&h l/JDUA fllowcAA now foh... DON'T JUST READ ACTION - ADVENTURE NOVELS. LIVE THEM. 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According to board mem­ ber Nancy Goodin, these options include plumbing upgrades, ceiling tile replacement and door and window replacement. “This will improve the appearance of the entire high school including the existing building." she said. Work will be done around the school schedule with the biggest push coming this spring and summer. The next regular meeting of the Thomapple Kellogg school board will be Monday. Oct. 13, at 7:30 p.m. in the Thornapple Kellogg School and Community Library. Rohen-Schumacher wed ii Kingdom Kids \ Runals-Kamper wed Wednesday Night Kids Club is j ? looking for YOU!! * 1 Our church family wants your family J L to join us! September 17, 2003 6:00 pm y fl Bring your family to meet with our church family and I learn how to be part of the family of God! J £ \ Kingdom Kids - Pre-6th X Youth Classes - 7th-12th Adult Classes X / < / i Alaska Baptist Church j A J v 7240 - 62th St SE i Caledonia, MI 49316 / (616) 69&-&104 Kids________ need a ride? Give us a _______ call! 06570942 _______ Hometown Full Service Garden Center.' Just West Off M-37 10197 Garbow Rd.,Middleville Creek: '• \ <1 God began a new family May 31st as Lizbith Lyn Runals became Mrs. Noah Kamper. The theme was “As the bridegroom rejoices over his bride so your heavenly father rejoices over you" Isaiah 62:5. Attending the groom were his brothers Mark and Jefferson Kamper. Sisters of the bride, Laura Runals as bridesmaids and Emmaline Runals as whirly-gig tosser. Attending her as well as maid of honor Gilia Raje. Mr. and Mrs. Kamper danced down the aisle to an Irish jig after Pastor Townsend, Leighton Church and Rev, Kopicko, Spring Arbor University pronounced them husband and wife. Grapevines, ivy and wild flowers in shades of purple and green blossomed everywhere. The bride was barefoot as were were attendants who wore ankle corsages in place of tradi­ tional flowers. The reception was a relaxed luncheon at Historic Bowen Mills gathering place complete with horse drawn buggy ride for the guests. Loved ones gathered around Liz and Noah offering up prayers and blessings as a conclusion to the reception. The Kampers honeymooned at Shawnee Village Cabin Resort in the Pocono Mts. and now reside in Holland, Michigan where Lizbith teaches 8th-12th grade history at Calvary Baptist School and Noah is finishing his student teaching at Pinewood Elementary. Please pray for God’s continued guidance in their life as they carry out the mission He has in store for them. GROWERS HOURS: Monday-Saturday 8:30 a.m. to 6:00 p.m. FALL DA^S! Saturday, October 11 • 11-5 Sunday, October 12 • 1-5 Bring the whole family for Pumpkin Painting, Games. 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The newlyweds took a trip to New York City for their hon eymoon. Bill and Laura Schumacher are making their home at 7499 Melissa Ln.. Whitehall. Ml 49461. Athlete of the week Thornapple Kellogg High School Varsity Boys' Golf In the battle to stay near the top of the league standings Monday, senior Chase VandenBerg led the TK varsity boys' golf team with a two-over-par 38 against Caledonia at Yankee Springs. Earlier this season VandenBerg set the TK school record with a 31. The 4695 Middleville Rd. Lynn Denton M-37, Middleville, Ml Agency 1-800-443-5253 Ill N. Main St. Nashville, Ml 517-852-2005 MAKING YOUR FUTURE MORE PREDICTABLE B FARM BUREAU B. INSURANCE r AUTO LOANS Good Credit Bad Credit Bankruptcy Liens Etc... Short Job Time Repossession Slow Pay Collections Etc... You May Qualify for Better Financing Than You Think! Over 500 New & Pre-Owned Vehicles to Choose From at... WAYLAND application tphoO CHEVROLET CALL NOW 1-800-713-3777 Ask for Frank Hayes *Knoi/f Moreyou �The Sun and News. Middleville. October 7, 2003/ Page 7 Maynard B. Park Ruth E. Hinckley HASTINGS - Mrs Ruth E. Hinckley, age 69. of Hastings. passed away Wednesday, Oct. I. 2003 at home. Mrs. Hinckley was bom on Feb. 11.1934 in Hastings. the daughter of Walter and Hilda (Otis) Hawkins. She was raised in Hastings and attended Hastings schools. She was married to Richard C. Hinckley on Nov. Donald James Schriemer----“May integrity and uprightness protect me because my hope is in you.” - Psalm 25:21. Donald James Schriemer began life Dec. 4, 1923 in Moline, Michigan. His life’s journey, in al) its phases, was marked by integrity, love and good humor. Don died suddenly Oct. 4. 2003, joining his wife of 55 years in God’s heavenly presence. Don graduated from Kelloggsvillc High School in 1941. where he was a multi­ sport athlete. He attended Hope College in 1942 where he played varsity football and met his wife-to-be, Elizabeth Christie. World War II interrupted and Don enlisted in the Marine Corps, serving as a drill instructor at Paris Island. Before Ileaving the Marine Corps Reserve, he had achieved the rank of lieutenant. After the war, Don returned to Hope College. There he developed his love of teaching and coaching which continued throughout his entire life. He was captain of the foot­ ball team and received unan­ imous ali-MlAA honors as a senior, graduating in 1947. Don was providentially reunited with Elizabeth Christie upon his return to Hope, and they were married Dec. 24, 1947. Dim and Betty raised four children,James, Dale, Christie and David. Don showed by example what a good husband and father should be. His love for his family extended to his grandchildren. He was a reg­ ular fixture at their school and athletic events. He had just returned home from his grandson’s football game before his sudden death. After graduation from Hope. Don taught at South High School in Grand Rapids, and coached varsity football and other sports for many years. After retiring from coach­ ing. Don refereed high school football games until the mid-1970’s. Don continued his career in education as personnel director of Grand Rapids Junior College. His love of teaching was evident in his church involvement as well. Many people have fond and meaningful memories of his wisdom and leadership at Wealthy Street Baptist Church, Alaska Baptist Church. First Baptist Church of Gulf Shores. AL. and the Whitneyville Bible Church. From Don’s teaching at South High School in the 1940’s and 1950’s to his mentorship at Caledonia High School in 2003. Don influenced several genera­ tions with his love, integrity, humor and vital faith in God. Don will be sorely missed by nis children. James (Lois) Schriemer. Dale (Mary Witte) Schriemer, Christie (Mark) Kolk and David (Paula) Schriemer; his grandchildren, Peter. Mark. Stephen and Emily Schriemer; Derek (Amber) and Justin Witte; Bryan, Jason and Brandon Kolk; Daniel, Clara and Anna Schriemer; one great-grand­ child. Mirabella Witte; and his sister, Gladys (Keith) Hunt, and brother, Robert (Ardeth) Schriemer. He was preceded in death this past May by his wife, Elizabeth. His parents and his sister, Ethel Cook, also preceded him in death. A memorial service will be held Wednesday at 11 a.m. at Zaagman Memorial Chapel. Friends may greet the family at the funeral chapel Tuesday 2 to 4 and 7 to 9 p.m. In lieu of flowers, contri­ butions may be made to the W’hitneyville Bible Church Building Fund and Inter Varsity Christian fellowship. Arrangements were made by Zaagman Memorial Chapel. 2800 Burton St. S.E. 14. 1950 in Hastings. Mrs. Hinckley was a homemaker, she enjoyed baking, canning her vegeta­ bles she grew in her garden. Was an avid reader, enjoyed western movies, crocheting, the wild life animals around her home, and especially her dogs. But her true love was her husband. Richard, fami­ ly, friends and all people. We all have special memories of her and she was loved by everyone. She is survived by her hus­ band. Richard C. Hinckley Sr.; her children. Richard (Mary) Hinckley Jr. of Hastings. Ann (Harry) Hoffman of Battle Creek. Sandra (Duane) Windes of Hastings. Julia (Ben) Martz of Freeport. Harry Hinckley of Hastings. William (Carol) Hinckley of Middleville. Gladys (Wilson) Smith Mrs. MIDDLEVILLE Gladys (Wilson) Smith, age 100, of Middleville, passed away Saturday, Oct. 4. 2003 at Carveth Village, Middleville. Mrs. Gladys (Wilson) Smith was bom on July 26, 1903 at Oxford. England, the daughter of George Revel (Clara C. (Haytcr) Hopkins. She was raised and attend­ ed schools in Oxford, England. She was married to Max Wilson and her second mar­ riage was to Ernie Smith. Gladys, was a homemaker. She was employed at Electro-Lux in Middleville for many years. Was a member of the Middleville United Methodist Church, and the Middleville Eastern Stars. Gladys was an avid reader, enjoyed knitting, needle point, crocheting, and loved to play bridge. She enjoyed all the holi­ days, especially Christmas with her grandchildren. Halloween Prints • New Calicos Arriving M ____ * Flannel_________ QUESTIONS A 218 E State Si Hastens ■ 985-9673 t _____ 1 Hutst NEW TRI-LEVEL OVER 1,600 sq. ft. Nestled in the pines at Pine Haven Estates Bridging the Gap from to Christmas Prints ...53.59 a* up r MIDDLEVILLE Maynard B. Park, age 83. of Middleville, passed away Saturday. Oct. 4. 2003. Maynard B. Park was a lifetime Barry County farmer. Lucy (Wesley) Tobias of Maynard B. Park was bom Hastings. Robert Hinckley of on Jan. 26. 1920 at Yankee Hastings; 25 grandchildren; Springs, the son of Ben and 20 great grandchildren; sis­ ter. Alice (Ted) Smith of Ruth (Kilburn) Park. He was raised in Lake Odessa; special friend, T ressa Goodenough of Middleville, and attended Thomapple Kellogg schools, Middleville; very special friend. Helen Keeler of graduating in 1939. He was married to Ardyth Nashville; many nieces and V. Kingsley on June 30. nephews. 1944 at Newaygo, and lived Kingsley of Kentwood and She was preceded in death Dena Verhil of Ada; several by her parents. Walter and on the family farm. The farm nieces and nephews. Hilda (Otis) Hawkins; son. had been in the family for He was preceded in death two generations. Dennis Hinckley and a sister. He was a member of the by his wife. Ardyth V. Park Joyce. Middleville Lodge 231 and and his parents. Ben and Funeral services were held Ruth Park. Friday. Oct. 3. 2003 at the the Michigan Farm Bureau. Visitation Tuesday from 6 He was an outdoors enthu­ Beeler Funeral Chapel. siast. playing golf at Yankee to 8 p.m. Middleville. Pastor Joe Funeral and committal Springs, fishing, watching Oswalt officiating. Interment his crops grow, bowling, services will be held Rutland Cemetery. Rutland playing cards, and enjoyed Wednesday morning at 11 Township. spending time with his fami­ a.m. at the Beeler Funeral Arrangements were made Chapel. Middleville Rev. ly and friends. by Beeler Funeral Home. He is survived by his three Lee Zachman officiating. Middleville. Hope daughters. Judy (Jerry) Interment Mt. Jackiewicz of Hastings, Pam Cemetery . Middleville. Memorial contributions (Doug) Cook of Delton anti (Sam) Ayers of may be made to the She is survived by three Carol American Cancer Society. grandchildren, Linda (Blake) Hastings; seven grandchi I Arrangements by the Landon of Ionia. Sandy dren; eight great grandchil­ Funeral Home. Bradfield of Hastings, and dren; three sisters-in-law, Beeler Max Bradfield of Muskegon; Ann and husband Larry Middleville. five great grandchildren, six Ames of Dutton. Margaret great great grandchildren; son-in-law, Charles (Darlene) Bradfield of Hastings; several nieces and nephews; one step-daughter, Barbara Navarro of Toledo, Ohio; eight step-grandchil­ dren; many great step grand­ children. She was preceded in death by her husbands, Max Wilson, and Ernie Smith and daughter, Joan Bradfield. A memorial service will be held Saturday morning at 11 a.m. at the Beeler Funeral Chapel, Middleville. Rev. Susan Trowbridge officiat­ Three bedrooms, two full baths, ing. Interment Mt. Hope large kitchen, large drywalled garage, Cemetery. Great Room, Rec. Room, private setting. Memorial contributions may be made to the $159,900 American Heart Association. 891-8982 or 891-8457 eves. Arrangements were made (Directions: M-37 1 1/2 miles by Beeler Funeral Home, west of county fairgrounds. oismw Middleville. 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Heffron Farms Markets has come to Caledonia, offering natural beef, pork, chicken, milk. etc. Heffron Farms is a third generation, real working farm, started by Dennis Heffron’s grandparents in 1921. According to Dennis, the farm has "always been in (beef) livestock and growing crops for the livestock." The farm began in the retail business in 1983 as a market at the farm site just west of Belding. "We had requests, and have customers from Lansing, Traverse City..." The Heffrons’ first mar­ ket, started on Plainfield Avenue in Grand Rapids in April 2000, was a success right away. So much so that they started another on Clyde Park in Wyoming in May 2001. Earlier this year Caledonia was the site picked for their third off-site market. "One of the things that separates us (from other meal providers) is that we raise all our meats naturally. The (meal) industry today Caledonia’s Heffron Farms Market, the third one of its kind, is located in Caledonia Crossings. They offer fresh flowers year round in addition to natural meats and other Dennis Heffron, third generation of the Heffron Farms family, is proud of the quality meat, poultry, dairy, etc. offered by the Heffron Farms Markets. allows a lol of things to be in meats and we don’t use that." said Heffron. "We don’t use growth hor­ mones, no red dye. no (daily) antibiotics.” he said. "It’s fresh-frozen. As soon as it’s packaged it’s frozen with vacuum pack. (The meat) retains its quality much longer than leaving it in a counter (at a fresh meat mar­ ket). "It’s quality to start with." Heffron continued. "(The cattle) are grain fed through­ out their entire growth. They’re com and soybean fed. They’re finish steers, 18 tdLL L l .U Gentle Family. Dentistry ChrisloiliieL A, Tcmczyk DPS Acc^jiting New Patients Office Hours: Mon-Fri by appointment Emergency Patients Welcome General Dentistry. Oral Surgery. Root Canals We participate with Delta. BlueCrossBlueShield, Healthy Kids, and Mi Child | 269-945-5656 1127 West State Street, Hastings Ml L £> uLl. West Michigan farm products. Heffron Farms just recent­ ly started making hot dogs. They didn’t want their prod­ months old at about 1,250 pounds. We’re just a little uct to be associated with "the outfit and we have to have stuff that traditional hot dogs are made of," even all beef the quality. "They’re not ‘cull’ cows hot dogs. But after many (old milkers, no longer good requests they decided to try for anything but ground their hand at it. "They’re made out of meat)." Heffron went on to ground beef." he said. explain that with big feed Heffron beef, of course. "Those are the kind of lots, thousands of cattle are being shipped through the things that separate us. We do it the old-fashionerd way. lots. "If they have a sick one here and a sick one there, It’s just meat - without all they don’t know it so they the other stuff." The other meat and dairy put antibiotics in the feed all products that Heffron Farm the time. "Our cattle are raised right Markets offers are from six on the farm from a baby on to eight product specific up. We only use antibiotics farms that, according to on an as-needed basis. We Heffron, have the same phi­ believe in treating the animal losophy as their own farm. humanely. Humans are "They needed a way to mar­ developing a resistance (to ket their products. They mar­ ket them through Heffron the antibiotics). “(Our meat) is just a Farms. From the farm to healthier product. We don't here. No middle guys. That’s have these (legal amounts) of one of the ways that we’re (antibiotic) residues in the able to keep the cost down." The milk is from a dairy meat." Heffron Farms also does­ specific farm. The eggs are n’t add fat to their ground beef. "We sell that to some of the nicest restaurants in Grand Rapids." said Heffron. "1’11 put it up against any meat out there. Quality is truly number one with us." Hope Church of the Brethren on M-50 in Freeport will have a hog roast dinner Saturday, Oct. 11, for its annual Habitat for Humanity fund-raiser Fall Festival. that their products are not the least expensive on the mar­ ket. but "It’s a very fair value for what you’re getting That’s our number one prior­ ity, quality." They carry fresh flowers year round, jams and jellies, barbecue and marinade sauces, noodles, milk and eggs, among other products. In addition to their individual sales, they also have halves and quarters of beef, and roasting pigs for larger gath­ erings. They are currently taking pre-orders for fresh thanks giving turkeys. They gift box and ship orders anywhere in the United States. "Our best advertisement is still word of mouth satis­ fied customers telling others. That’s how 95% of our cos­ tumers come by." Heffron Farms Market is located in Caledonia Crossings. They are open six days a week, Monday through Saturday, from 9 a.m. to 7 p.m. Cail the mar­ ket at 616-891-8555. Fall Festival for Habitat is Oct. 11 at Hope Church of the Brethren It's Harvest Time 902 E’ Freeport brought in from a farm that naturally raises their chick ens. The pork - ditto. And all of the farms are located in West Michigan. The Heffrons know where the products come from, who has raised them, how they’ve been raised, processed and shipped. The Heffrons also know that part of their success is their employees. The family employs three full-time and three part-time people in their markets. The number of employees who work at the farm varies with the season, but includes Mrs. Heffron and four children. The two boys work the farm. The two girls work the markets while going to college. Locally, in Caledonia, Teresa and Pat are behind the counter and helping cus­ tomers. "(Our employees) are what really makes it work so that we end up with the prod­ uct on the shelf at the mar­ kets." Heffron readily admits Serving time will be from 4:30 to 7 p.m. The menu will include potatoes, beans, coleslaw and homemade pie. Takeout also is available. A free-will offering is asked. There also will be crafts and a quill raffle. The Hope Church as a long history of supporting Habitat. Call the church at 616-765-3587 for mofc information. Freeport, Mich. Family Dentistry of Caledonia Thousands & Thousands of P Heu> This Year! CORN MAZE RIVERSIDE BIRD PARK ART BY BART'S FRIENDS Now at Handmade gifts by local artist. SCARECROWS TO GO™ our new Kits you take home to make. location WINTER SQUASH . CIDER CORNSTALKS . MAPLE SYRUP PUMPKIN BOWLING ...much, much more! 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The TK golfers needed to worry about the Scots, then hope for some upsets in other conference matches. With Caledonia ahead of the Trojans 162 to 168 after the first five golfers . TK needed a miracle from Kyle Funk who would have to shoot a 40, which would have been his best score of the season. Funk, who has shown steady improvement over the last few week did just that, and it turned out to be good enough to give the Trojans a 161-162 over the previously undefeated Scots. Caledonia still held first place heading into this Monday’s O-K Gold tournament, but with losses by South Christian and Holland Christian, the Trojans found themselves alone in second place. The Scots held a one-point lead over TK going into the conference tournament, while TK was two points ahead of South, Holland Christian, and Wyoming Park who had to split the third, fourth, and fifth place points. Caledonia’s Abe Mulvihill had the low round on the day. an even-par-36. Chase VandenBerg was the top scorer for TK with a 38. Also scoring for the Trojans were Josh Enyart with a 41. Brett Knight with a 42, and Funk with the 40. Behind Abe Mulvihill for Caledonia were Loren Crandell with a 39, Chris Leatherman 42. and Isaac Mulvihill and Eric Foote each with a 45. Regionals are this Thursday for the two teams at Binder Park Golf Course, hosted by Harper Creek.s Caledonia Homecoming, continued from page 1 In their first year as upperclassmen, Kasey Borr and Amy Nerz represent the jun­ ior class admirably for the Homecoming Court. Call for Classifieds Phone 269-945-9554 24 Hours a Day - 7 Days a Week Reach over 11,000 area homes 2003 BUICK REGAL LS DRIVER’S ' ED Dan Spitzley and Brittany Jacques are the representatives for the sophomore class. 3800 engine V-6 Auto Grand Touring Package Leather Electronic Climate Control CD/Cassette Radio Radio Control on Steering Wheel TK SCHOOL LUNCH MENU See a Bill Seif Professional today! 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Freshman Jeff Donnel may be missing his partner representative, Leslie Curtis, in this picture but they can be seen together Friday evening during the Homecoming parade and court procession. — NEW PATIENTS WELCOME — Bowne Center Early Morning & Evening Appointments Available Conveniently located on M-37 in Caledonia (Right on the way to orfrom work) Quality dental care in a relaxed and friendly atmosphere. N nited Metliodiut Ckurcli Your Smile The First Thing People See! Roast Beef Dinner Sat. Oct. 18, 5-7 pm $8 Adults Comer of Alden Nash & 84th St. Alto, ML �The Sun and News, Middleville. October 7. 2003/ Page 11 Local softballers big part of a World Championship title The Bob Evans Sportsmen team went 8-1 over their time at the 2003 Senior World Championships in Winnipeg, Canada, and earned itself the title of World Champions in the 65and-older division. The team includes players from all around West Michigan, including coach George Stark from Caledonia, and Dan Ploeg and Ed Colburn of Middleville. The Sportsmen earned the title with wins over Syracuse (twice), Minnesota, Seattle, Saskatoon, Edmonton, and Winnepeg (twice). “We must have driven 1,100 miles." said Stark, “but we brought home the hard­ ware. It was kind of worth it." The team qualified for a national tournament, by win­ ning its regional in Potterville back in May. From there, they traveled to Georgia where they earned the title of Eastern National Champions. Then they earned the US National title by beating Seattle, the Western National Champions, when they got to Winnepeg. Stark said many of these players have been together for 15 years. “There is a core of us that has come a long. and kind of holds the thing together." “It’s something we’ve played all our lives, and just kept right on playing.’’ He said when he and some of his buddies found out about senior ball it was a breath of fresh air. It was nice to be playing against others their own age. “We always have a brain drizzle now and then." said Stark. “We’re not as fast as we used to be. but we still think in our minds we are.” The team plays every Saturday all summer long around the state as a part of the West Michigan Senior Softball Association. Members of the 65-and-up Bob Evans Sportsmen softball team show off some of their hardware after winning at the 2003 Senior Softball World Championships. Team members are (back from left) Terry Mack, Will Venema, Les Oosterbaan. 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TK Band Boosters plan craft show Oct. 18 Henry and Georgette Bledsoe (on right of picture) are hoping their new building will be completed soon. Members of the Thomapple Kellogg High School Band Boosters will have their third annual craft show from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. Saturday, Oct. 18. at the high school. Those interested in selling their crafts at the show can call 945-1461 for more infor­ mation or mail a self­ addressed envelope to TK Band Boosters, 1424 Fairview Drive, Hastings, 49058. Information is also available at tkbandboosters@hotmail.com. 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Call 888-404-8848 TODAY We understand bad things happen to good people ' « 1 4 _ ( I wtfnwwrw —■III Medical Assistant / Nurse Busy Family Practice Office is looking for MA/Nurse to work 3-4 days week. Flexible hours and excellent benefits. Send resume to: The Reminder 1351 N M-43 Hastings, Ml 49058 Ad-112 .......-........ 1 race on Thursday evening. Cari Butcher’s long bas­ ket at the buzzer was ruled a two. rather than a three, and the Scots fell 60-59 against Holland Christian. The Scots were put in the position to have to come from behind thanks to a hot shooting night by the Maroons. “They hit every shot they put up basically,” said Caledonia coach Angie Stauffer. “Normally, you don’t get 59 points and lose.” The Scots traded most of the way. but in the fourth quarter they were able to go on a short run by forc­ ing the Maroons into a few consecutive turnovers. “We got back in the game in a big hurry.” said Stauffer. “It gave us a chance.” Down the stretch how­ ever, the Maroons contin­ ued to knock down shots from the free throw line. Holland Christian was 20 for 22 from the stripe, while the Scots knocked down seven of their 12 free throws in the game. Julie Slot final!) had her game. according to Stauffer Slot led the Scots with 25 points, and pulled down nine rebounds. Butcher scored eight for the Scots. Emily Desy had four assists. A little salt was added to the Scots’ wounds with the fact that league leading Byron Center also fell on Thursday. A win for the Scots would have meant a second place tie in the Gold between Caledonia, Byron Center, and Wyoming Park. Instead the Maroons are tied at 4-2 in the league with the Bulldogs and Vikings. The Scots are 3-3 in Gold play. South Christian is at the front of the Gold with a 51 conference mark. At the opposite end of the league are the 0-6 Hastings Saxons, who the Scots downed 70-38 on Tuesday. Caledonia raced out to a 30-point half-time lead, and continued to cruise against the Saxons in Hastings. Slot led the Scots with 14 points, while Shelby King, Amanda Janhdal, and Christian Stoetze 1 each poured in ten points. “It was a good offensive game for us,” said Stauffer. “It’s kind of hard, you don’t want to hurt their feelings.” She said she debated w hether or not to even pul her starters in during the second half. Here are some of the names of the crafters and what they have to sell. Dorothy Erfourth - beau­ tifully decorated sweat shirts and vests. Majorie Haight - dish towels, toaster covers. Jerry Keller - painted slate and gourds. Ken Langford - tin punch, metal design items. Ray Rickert - wood fur­ niture, knick-knacks. Donna Rousch - floral arrangements, ornaments. Lunch and breakfast will be served by the band stu­ dents. The menu features cinnamon rolls and muffins, sloppy joes, hot dogs, walk­ ing tacos. Band students will be available for assisting to unload vehicles and setup as well as tearing down and car­ rying back out to the vehicles at the end of the day. This is the third annual craft show. The gym and cafeteria will be filled with tempting displays. Caledonia schools deal with personnel issues by Cathy Rueter Staff Writer The Caledonia Board of Education handled a number of personnel changes in a special school board meeting called last Thursday night. Tracy Wanamaker trans­ ferred from .6 Spanish to 1.0 at Caledonia and Dutton elementaries. Mary Jo VanBuskirk-Hall was hired as .5 Speech Path while Stacy Kelly was hired for Caledonia Middle School Yearbook. A leave of absence was granted for Lyn Ferris (bus driver), Jamie Douma (Para Pro Aide) and Hope Archer (Para Pro Aide). Resignations were accept­ ed for Judy Skinner for the CMS Yearbook and for Judi Dean, Caledonia Central Office Business Manager (see corresponding story). Following approval of these changes, being accept­ ed the board met in closed session at the request of the families of three CHS stu­ dents’ families to conduct a hearing on recommended student disciplinary action. According to Caledonia High School Assistant Principal Jim Glazier in a separate interview, three I5i year-old sophomores were expelled due to weapons pos­ session, specifically knives. “There was no intent to use (the knives)," said Glazier. Following State guide­ lines, (the three students) each "received a two-semes­ ter expulsions with the (chance) to petition the board for the opportunity to return the second semester.” Thornapple Kellogg School is ACCEPTING BIDS SNOWPLOWING a SNOW REMOVAL Bids are to be based on a 2” snowfall for 3 years - 2003/2004 - 2004/2005 and 2005/2006 Three areas to be bid 1 Bus/Maintenance Comptex & Page 2 High School and Middle School 3 Lee. McFail & TK Learning Center Sealed bids are due November 3, 2003 at 4:00 p.m. at The Administration Building: 10051 Green Lake Rd., Middleville, Ml 49333. Attn: Alice Janama �The Sun and News. MiddteviHe, October 7. 2003/ Page 13 Caledonia Twp. budget to be adopted Oct. 15 by Ruth Zachary Staff Writer Caledonia Township appears nearly ready to pass its $1,125,000 proposed budget for the year 2004. which will come up for adoption at its next meeting. This figure is much lower than the 2003 budget of around $1,700,000. Revenues last year were anticipated at more than $ 1.1 million and are expected to be lower this year, at $955,425. Usually explanations by the finance committee at the time of approval help to make details clearer and answer questions by citizens. Some funds are accumulated over more than one year to be able to cover an amount larger than for one year alone. The board has budgeted funds for street and road improvement, at $65,000 with revenues expected at 78,765. This fund is carried over from year to year, and spending is not the same in any given year. Emergency services rev­ enues arc anticipated to be $745,500, and expenditures are budgeted at $762,912. Revenues for emergency services, based on a millage spread over several years tends to be less adequate than the actual costs or expenditures at the end of the millage period. Parks and Recreation funds, allocated from the general fund are at around $25.(XX) and expenditures are to be budgeted at the same amount. The Public Access Cable budget is proposed at $20,(XX). with revenues from users which sometimes pro­ duces a fund with a carry­ • Approved awarding a over balance from previous to Utilities years. Revenues are expected contract Administrator Rich Pierson to be around $12.000. Building fund revenues to negotiate 13 utility ease­ are expected to total ment acquisitions as part of $195,839. Expenditures are the 100th Street utility proj­ ects. Pierson expects he can planned to total $199378. The Library fund has been do the work within the and next year will be sup­ amount specified in his bid, ported by an annual general at $70 per hour, expected not fund contribution of to exceed $5,300. Other bids $50,000. Expenditures last for providing the service year were $251,165 for a for were higher, one at $7,600 a new library site in the and another at $8,000 to Village Centre commercial $10,000. • Postponed for review a area. Ongoing Emmons Library expenses are a sepa­ permit requested by Noriight for rate budget item included in Telecommunications general fund expenditures at lines to be run in a public right of way. The review will $16383. Township debt service be conducted by legal coun­ expenditures are expected to sel to be sure other right of be $129,038, while revenues way arrangements would not be put at risk. are expected to be $93,000. Officials specified the Utility expenditures and revenues are to be more review should not entail complex than in the past with extensive legal fees, but did the recent approval of a new not want to jeopardize funds by township. $2.65 million utility expan­ received sion and pay-off of the old Receipt of money from any provider could mean forfei­ water agreement, which may be explained more adequate­ ture of the rest. ly at the time of budget approval later this month. Salaries for the coming year were explained in late August. Salaries are increased primarily by rec­ ------------ CALEDUMA-----------ommendation of a citizen's TOWNSHIP BOARD salary/compensation com­ October 1. 2003 Present Harrison. Snyder, mission which analyzes the Cardwell, Bujak. Robertson, and job descriptions of various jobs, and compares similar Stauffer Absent Bravata positions in the surrounding Also Present Planner/ area. Manager Zylstra, Utilities Salaries fall under sepa­ Administrator Pierson, Deputy rate departments of the town­ Clerk Palmer, and several citi­ ship. Some parts of salaries zens. Supervisor Harrison called the for some employees and offi­ regular Caledonia Township cials fall under different meeting to order at 7:04 p.m. Supervisor Harrison led the departmental budgets, and Invocation. because the work is related Pledge CONSIDERATION OF THE to those types of activities. AGENDA: Approved In other business last PUBLIC COMMENT: None CONSENT AGENDA: Moved Wednesday evening, the Snyder, second Stauffer to Township Board: * M|G The Village Council of the Village of Middlevil,e has set the time of their next council meeting on October 14.2003, at 6:00 p.m. Also they will be holding a Special Meeting on October 25. 2003. at 9:00 a.m. and November 4, 2003, at 6:30 p.m. The purpose of the above meetings is to interview and hire a new Village Manager A copy of the agenda for these meetings can be found at the Village Hall at the address below PUBLIC HEARING NOTICE Please be advised the Village Zoning Board of Appeals will meet on Wednesday October 15. 2003. at 7:00 PM in Village offices. 100 E Main Street, Middleville The purpose of this hearing will be to consider an appli­ cation by Thornapple township to permit on 80 toot taN communications tower at 128 High Street, adjacent to the new Emergency Services building now under con­ struction The maximum structure height allowed in ‘he Village Code is 50 foot, therefore the Township is request­ ing a 30 toot height variance Any interested person may attend the meeting to offer comments or may write to the Zoning Board ot Appeals at the address noted above 06573093 COUNTY OF KENT, MICHIGAN NOTICE OF TWO PUBLIC HEARINGS CHERRY VALLEY SEWER AND WATER SPECIAL ASSESSMENT DISTRICT NO. 2003-1 NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that the Township Board of the Charter Township of Caledonia. Kent County Michigan, having entered a special Assessment Contract with Cherry Valiev Properties. Inc . which constitutes a petition to make certain public sewer and water supply improvements to the so-called Lepard Park/Cherry Valley development from the record owners of the total land area in the proposed special assessment district described below, has resolved Its intention to proceed on the petition and. pursuant to Act 188 of the Public Acts of Michigan of 1954. as amended, to make said Improvements in the Township The Township Board has determined that the cost of said Improvements shall be specially assessed against the foltowing described lots and parcels of land which are benefitted by the Improvements and which together comprise the following proposed special assessment district: CHERRY VALLEY SEWER AND WATER SPECIAL ASSESSMENT DISTRICT NO. 2003-1 A map and legal description of the proposed assessment district is set forth below CALEDONIA TOWNSHIP PUBLIC NOTICE * CHARTER TOWNSHIP OF CALEDONIA Zoning Board of Appeals Geoff Moffat Zoning Administrator approve the consent agenda as written. Ayes: All MOTION CAR­ RIED. INQUIRY OF CONFLICT OF INTEREST: None REPORT FROM BOARD OFFICERS AND STAFF: None. CORRESPONDENCE: None PUBLIC HEARING FOR THE PROPOSED 2004 BUDGET: Moved Harrison, second Snyder to open the public heanng at 7 08. Ayes All MOTION CARRIED. Moved Harrison, second Snyder to dose the public hearing at 7:09 Ayes: All MOTION CAR­ RIED. Cardwell discussed changes that need to be made to the budget EASEMENT ACQUISITION FOR 100TH ST. - BID AWARD: Moved Hamson. second Cardwell to accept the txd from Water & Wastewater Management - Rich Pierson tor easement acquisition Ayes: Hamson. Snyder. Cardwell. Robertson, and Stauffer. Nay: Bujak MOTION CARRIED. NORLIGHT TELECOMMUNI­ CATIONS RIGHT OF WAY PER­ MIT: Discussion was held Item tabled unbl further information is received from MTA and/or legal counsel regarding implications of accepting this permit BOARD COMMENTS: CardweU discussed the current JEP needmg to be updated and jobs need to be reevaluated The France Committee w* look into this at tner next meeting PUBUC COMMENT (EXTENDED - UP TO 5 MIN­ UTES): None ADJOURNMENT: Moved Hamson second Stauffer to adjourn Ayes Al MOTION CAR­ RIED Patnoa Snyder Catedonia Townstwp Cleric Part of the Northeast 1/4 of Section 17. T5N. R10W. Caledonia Township. Kent County. Michigan, described as Commencing at the North 1/4 of said Section; thence South 00’08'22" East along the West line of the Northeast 1/4 of said Section 50.01" feef fo the South right of way line of 76th Street; thence North 88°54'49" East parallel with the North line of the Northeast 1/4 of said Section 1026.17 feet to the place of beginning of this description; thence South 01 ’05'11" East 328.00 feet; thence South 60°05'l 1" East 340.00 feet; thence South 01’05'1 1" East 92 41 feet; thence South 03’03'19" West 930.00 feet; thence South 69’03'19" West 305.00 feet, thence South 03"29*52" East 238.34 feet; thence South 55°58'49" West 268.91 feet; thence South 15’58’49" West 210.00 feet, thence South 27"Oi'll" East 110.00 feet; thence South 54’01'11" East 340.00 feet; thence South 01 "01'11" East 75.00 feet to the South line of the Northeast 1/4 of said Section, thence North 88’58'49" East along the South line of the Northeast 1 /4 of said Section 1580 00 feet to the East line of the Northeast 1/4 of said Section; thence North 00’07'40“ West along the East line of the Northeast 1/4 of said Section 660.00 feet; thence South 88’58'49" West parallel with the South line of the Northeast 1/4 of said Section 660.00 feet; thence North 00’07'4(r West parallel with the East line of the Northeast 1/4 of said Section 660.00 feet to the North line of the South 1320.00 feet of the Northeast 1/4 of said Section; thence North 88’58'49" East along the North line of the South 1320.00 feet of the Northeast 1 /4 of said Section 660.00 feet to the East line of the Northeast I /4 of said Section; thence North 00°07'40" West along the East line ot the Northeast 1 /4 of said Section 1089.84 feet to a point 233.00 feet South of the Northeast corner of said Section; thence South 88’54'49" West parallel with the North line of the Northeast 1/4 of said Section 233.00 feef. thence North 00°07' 40" West parallel with the East line of the Northeast 1/4 of said Section 182 99 feet to a point on the South right of way line of 76th Street, said point being 50.00 feet South (perpendi­ cular measure) from the North line of the Northeast 1/4 of said Section, thence South 88*54'49" West parallel with the North line of the Northeast 1 /4 of said Section 1369.80 feet to the place of beginning. Subject to highway rights over the East 33.00 feet thereof for Cherry Valley Avenue TAKE NOTICE that the Township Board of the Charter Township of Caledonia will hold an ini­ tial public hearing on Wednesday, October 15.2003, at 7:30 p.m. at the Township Hall. 250 Maple Street, Caledonia. Michigan, to hear and consider any objections to the petitions Hied, the pro­ posed improvements, the proposed special assessment district, and all other matters relating to said Improvements TAKE FURTHER NOTICE that plans and estimates of cost for the Improvements are on file with the Township Clerk for public examination TAKE FURTHER NOTICE that the Township Supervisor of the Charter Township of Caledonia has made and certified a special assessment roll in the amount of $601.965 for the special assessment district, which roll sets forth the relative portion of the cost of said Improvements which is to be levied in ihe form of special assessment against each benefited lot and parcel of land In the spe­ cial assessment district TAKE FURTHER NOTICE that the special assessment roil as prepared has been reported to the Township Board and is on file with the Township Clerk at the Township Hall tor public examination TAKE FURTHER NOTICE that the Township Board of the Charter Township of Caledonia will hold a second public hearing on Wednesday, October 15.2003, at 7:35 p.m at the Township Holt, 250 Maple Street, Caledonia Michigan, in said Township, to review the special assessment rott and to hear and consider any objections thereto TAKE FURTHER NOTICE THAT AN OWNER OR A PARTY IN INTEREST IN A LOT OR PARCEL OF LAND SUBJECT TO A SPECIAL ASSESSMENT MAY FILE A WRITTEN APPEAL Of THE SPECIAL ASSESSMENT WITH THE MICHIGAN TAX TRIBUNAL WITHIN THIRTY (30) DAYS AFTER THE DATE Of CONFIRMATION OF THE SPECIAL ASSESSMENT ROLL. BUT ONLY IF SAID OWNER OR PARTY IN INTEREST APPEARS AND PROTESTS THE SPE C1AL ASSESSMENT AT THIS HEARING An appearance may be mode by an owner or party in inter est. or his or her agent, in person or. in the atternarive, on appearance or protest can be filed with the Township by letter prior to the hearing, in which case a personal appearance at the hearing is not required PROPERTY SHALL NOT BE ADDED TO THE PROPOSED SPECIAL ASSESSMENT DISTRICT AND THE ORIGINAL ESTIMATE OF COST SHALL NOT BE INCREASED BY MORE THAN 10% WITHOUT FURTHER NOTICE AND PUBUC HEARING This Notice was authorized by the Township Board of the Charter Township of Caledonia Dated September 17.2003 Patricia Snyder, Township Clerk Charter Township of Caledonia �Page 14/The Sun and News, Middleville, October 7. 2003 TK lady eagers can’t slow down Park or Byron Center • H 10-point tagged by 2-man team Ryan Weesie of Middleville, age 16 shot this fine 10 point buck with the help of his friend Carl Frey. Ryan participated in the special youth hunting weekend Saturday S ept 27th. Carl age 17 has taken bucks in the past on this weekend but had to play the roll of guide this year "Everything happened real fast and Ryan made a great shot" Carl added. Ryan and Carl are teammates on the Trojan Varsity soccer team. ^/7T)T7')7T7//7OW’ Trojan guard Chanda Brice drives around a Wyoming Park defender on Thursday. (Photo by Perry Hardin) There aren’t many easy games in the O-K Gold this season, and the TK varsity girls' are in the midst of a T7 TTfTTo^r^3 f9Ta IKTt 1 !? WOMOi Managers Special 933 Regular Oil Change £>33 Premium Oil Change 0SjJ)®® £>33 Coolant Flush ^U®o®® £>32 Trans Flush M 500 ARLINGTON ST. (M-37) MIDDLEVILLE ■4 795-3550 on Site at: SjXESi SETT1PJ THE PACE Ifa/VO/tne know.™ r^TltlTlTlTlTlTlTlTlTlTlTlTlTlfTlT^^^^ grueling stretch. TK fell in a pair of league contests last week. Wyoming Park got the best of the Trojans on Thursday, 77-53. “It’s a little disappointing that we lost,” said TK coach Marcy Uyl, “but I think as a whole it was a decently played ball game." TK came out strong defen­ sively, but just didn’t have an answer for Park’s two junior stars Angel Chan and Joslyn Narber. Chan poured in 27 points, and Narber added 23. Jessica Flaska and Chanda Brice were able to keep things close for a while. Brice knocked down three three-point shots in the game, while Flaska finished with 24 points. Flaska was eight of ten from the free Neuj Models at Bill Seif Trojan Jessica Flaska goes up for two of her team high 24 points in Thursday’s contest with Wyoming Park. (Photo by Perry Hardin) throw line in the contest. TK is still trying to get healthy a little bit. Uyl said that junior Brandi Campbell continues to get stronger every day after knee surgery, but now the Trojans are looking at playing without junior guard Ashley Aspinall. “We’re trying to stay healthy,” said Uyl. The Trojans came out flat in the second half on Tuesday, and wound up falling 71-42 to Byron Center. “Defensively we just did­ n’t come our playing hard,” said Uyl. TK forced 12 first half turnovers, and trailed by only nine heading into half­ time. Byron Center shot well all night, and turned up the defensive pressure in the sec­ ond half on the Trojans. Flaska led TK with 14 points and nine rebounds. Whitney Robertson tossed in eight points. “She’s getting better and better every game for us, and we need her to continue,” said Uyl of Robertson. The Trojans lone contest this week is a Thursday night battle with Caledonia in Middleville. Reach ouer 11,000 area homes with an ad in the Sun & News. 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For years the two finished first and second a top the O-K left to play in the first half, as ins and comer kicks, then used Calvin took a 1 -0 v ictory. their height advantage to try and Blue, when the leagues changed Trojan defender Kalani Garber. knock the ball into the net. TK did an excellent job of Da\e Palma tallied one goal, then Mike Gless scored the final this “He jumped higher " controlling the ball in the mid­ dle of the field, but couldn’t two. Nick Steiner and Jake Casto season, the two teams decided to keep it going. It was the typical hard fought “Coach I jumped." shouted Calvin had a distinct height break through the last line of had strong games defensively bailie between the Trojans and advantage, and used it to head in the only goal of the contest Calvin Christian defense. for Caledonia in front of keeper the Squires. Two players were carried off “You need to grow a couple of inches,” TK coach Todd In any nght. as long as every­ one can get healthy by this after­ .Andy Schachermeyer. the field. Four yellow cards and McCrumb told his team at half­ noon. it was a good tune-up for one red were handed out. It was time. the Trojans heading into the O- the Trojans. In the final league game of Both teams have played well most of the season, but have lacked the scoring abil­ ity and this one played out just that way. Caledonia finished the regu­ lar season with a 2-5 league mark. Scots top Sparta 5-0 • References Available • 616-299-4720 269-795-0061 "A Local Builder You Can Trust" Mew Construction • Bobcat Work Remodeling • Pole Bams • Concrete • Decks ________• MCMP KEVIN VANDERHEIDE, D.D.S. afternoon at four at Hastings for overtime. Licensed Contractor CHERRY VALLEY DENTAL K Gold conference tournament. 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Young Editor if’the Portage Invitational lives up to its reputation as “a preview of the state meet.” then the Middleville girls’ cross-country* team is one of the top 10 Division II teams in Michigan. But being among the top 10 probably doesn’t satisfy coach Tammy Benjamin's group, which took all the marbles in three successive seasons until that streak was snapped last fall. The Trojans finished sev­ enth Saturday afternoon in easily the toughest girls’ invitational meet of the regu­ lar season, with a field that included a lot of contenders for the state championship. Just look at the top of the lineup: • East Grand Rapids, which now has to be rated No. 1 in the state by placing first at Portage with 112 team points, despite a sub­ par performance by junior ace Laura Mai nor. The Pioneers' seventh runner fin­ ished the five-kilometer race in 20:19. a better time than the top runner for many other teams. Kirk Post • Grand Rapids Christian, which was Portage runner-up with 123 and had all seven of its runners cross the finish line in better than 21 min­ utes. • Milan, which edged out Middleville by three points in the Springport Invitational and finished third with 139 points Saturday. • Battle Creek Lakeview, the team that ended BLACK TOPSOIL Screened or Unscreened Sand, Gravel, Crushed Concrete DOZER WORK Stumps, Clearing, Driveways JjOll'j jDOZiXLiJ 269-795-7830 TK's Rebecca Winchester (2156) tries to break away from the pack at the Portage Invitational. Middleville’s streak a year ago by taking the state title. The Spartans were fourth with 177 points. • Remus Chippewa Hills, a team the Trojans edged for first place by one point the week before at the second toughest regular season invi­ tational. at Carson City. This time the girls from up north took fifth with a score of 230. • Dexter, a team touted by YOUR ONE STOP WATER STORE many as the favorite for this year's state title, but took sixth with a team score of 245. • And in seventh. Middleville, which was fresh from the Carson City cham­ pionship and looking to climb back to the top. The Trojans finished 252 points. A total of 238 runners and 33 teams took part in the Division II girls’ race. Leading the Trojans’ pack was freshman Rebecca Winchester, who finished eighth in her best-ever time of 19:16. Kaleigh Page, who crashed the 20-minute barri­ er a week earlier at Carson City, was a second off this time, finishing in 20:01, earning 28th place. Others scoring were Natalie Hoag in 65th at 20:48, Jessica Stortz 71st in 20:54 and Chaney Robinson 80th in 21:09. Kersta Gustafson finished in 21:28 and Aubrey Raymond in 22:16. Caledonia checked in 20th in the Division II team derby with 539 team points. Senior TK’s Chaney Robinson (left) and Natalie Hoag stay step-for-step with one another at the Portage Invitational on Saturday. (Photos by David T. Young) Tricia Miedema, as usual, led the way for coach Ellen Dykstra Wilcox’s Scots with a time of 20:02, good for 30th place. Sophomore Kendra Ross continued her strong running this fall with a her personal best 20:18 and a 40th-place finish. Nikki Muuse was 148th in 22:25, Sara Krips was 155th in 22:36 and Kendal Parbel was 166th in 23:01. Brittney Jacques finished in 23:15 and Julie Wicks in 23:44. Lakewood’s girls’ took 17th in the competition, fea­ turing a solid performance by freshman Dana Nichols, who was 44th in her person­ al best time of 20:21. Junior Ashley Barcroft checked in 69th in 20:51, Sadie Catt 85th in 21:18, Alissa Goble 126th in 22:05 and Liz Stuart 146th in 22:23. Katie Rubin finished in 23:52 and Shauna Willson in 24:35. Junior Kelly Sampson of Detroit Renaissance High School won the girls’ indi­ vidual race with a time of 18:17.6 and Wayland fresh­ man sensation Jessica Tricia Miedema Armstrong took second with a school record time of 18:22.7. East Grand Rapids* Malnor, who was individual champ at Carson City, was fourth, behind another fresh­ man, Jenna Matthews of Otsego. Area boys’ teams didn’t fare as well. Caledonia took 22nd Continued on next page Most Common Working Water Problems... • Hardness Iron, Sulfur & Manganese Some things are meant to be a certain way... — COUPON — Ask us about 6 MONTHS INTEREST FREE Like insurance from Pioneer State Mutual. • Comprehensive coverage for homes and vehicles. • Discounts for insuring both your home and car. • Quick claims response and sound advice. Visit Our It’s the way insurance should be. WATER CONDITIONING STAUFFER & WIGGERS INSURANCE AGENCY 9980 Cherry Valley CaleOoraa (M-37) g 1-888-891-0303 • 616-877-4339 612 E Mam St. • Caledonia. Ml 49316 616.891.9294 �The Sun and News, Middleville. October 7. 2003/ Page 17 Scots pound their way past Hastings’ Saxons by Brett Bremer Sports Editor After suffering three con­ secutive league losses, it was finally time for the Fighting Scot varsity football team to take its turn pushing someone around. The bigger Scots didn’t have much trouble moving around Hastings offensive and defen­ sive lines for much of the night, and plowed their way to a 34-12 win at Hastings. Caledonia exploded from the gates, taking a 20-0 lead in the first quarter, then held on through Hastings second half comeback attempt. “In the first quarter, and the fourth quarter, it was definitely us up front on both sides of the ball,” said Scot coach Tom Burrill. After holding Hastings to a three and out on its first series, the Scots scored on their first play from scrimmage, a 25yard TD run by Kyle Klyn. Trent VanHaitsma’s extra point kick made it 7-0. The Scots forced Hastings into a three-and-out again, and this time it took the Scots six rushing plays to reach pay dirt. Jim Haisma earned the ball in from 1 -yard out and it was 130. Hastings was held to a threeand-out on its third possession as well. Hastings managed just one Continued from among the 35 teams with 575 team points. Lakewood was 25th with 599, Middleville 33rd with and Hastings 35th with . 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With the legs of Doug Birch and Klyn doing the work behind the Scot 0-line, Caledonia marched 61 yards. A 5-yard TD run by Klyn was the final score of the first half. The Scots led 28-0. Klyn would end the night with 167 yards on 25 carries. Birch ran 13 times for 91 yards. The Scots seemed to let Caledonia running back Doug Birch searches for his hole, after taking the hand-off from quarterback Brad Laninga in Friday night’s 34-12 Scot victory. (Photo by Brett Bremer) down with the big lead a little on the Hastings side of the ball. bit. Hastings wouldn’t get The very next play. Bowman another first down the rest of again got around the Scot the night, but two big runs by defense. This time for 47 Drew Bowman in the second yards. Now it was 28-12, and the home team had some half made things interesting. On Hastings’ first posses­ spring in their step. “Except for two plays, our sion of the second half, Bowman took off on a 66-yard D-line played very well scoring run to make the game tonight,” said Burrill. The Scots only gave up 143 28-6. After trading punts, yards on the ground, with 113 Caledonia would lose a fumble of them coming on the two TD runs by Bowman. previous page The Scots lost another fum­ ble on their ensuing possesboys’ Division II runners. in 22:50. In the boys’ Division III His time of 16:05 was a slight disappointment, given meet, the Delton boys that he broke the 16-minute checked in 13th with 316 barrier and the school record points. Hillsdale won it with the week before. Vicksburg’s 88. Allendale was second Daniel Roberts won the race and Stockbridge third. Evan Williams ran to a in 15:42. Among Thelen’s team­ 31st place finish in 17:39.7. Andrew Ouding was 53rd in mates, freshman Jason Sterkenberg was 105th in 18:08, Rex Fetterly 59th in 18:06.9, Corey Raynor 143rd 18:20.4, Dan Roberts 72nd in 18:33.6, Ryan Possehn in 18:37.8 and Clayton 151st in 18:36.3 and Michael Drewyor 101st in 19:22.33. The Delton girls entered Forman 195th in 19:23. Matt Clark finished in 19:31.9 and only three runners. Most of their top performers were Jesse Lydy in 19:55.2. Coach Jim Hassett’s nursing injuries and they Vikings were without two of decided to take some recov­ their top five runners. Jesse ery time to prepare for the Valley and Casey Schrock, who Kalamazoo were playing with their Association meet. Kristin Wilfinger placed hockey team. Kirk Post led Caledonia 46th in 21:44.5. Jessi Searles by taking 60th place in and and Stephanie Wallace 17:40.1. Drew O’Malley was were the other two Panthers 94th in 18:02, John Goebel girls who competed. Trojans sweep duals 113th in 18:13.5, Frank The Middleville girls’ D’Amico 137th in 18:29.9 and Ed Villerot 171st in cross-country team last defeated 18:53. Freshman Aaron Wednesday Englebert ran an 18:53.7 and Hastings and Wyoming Park Mike Schmidtke finished in handily. Neither opponent fielded a complete team. 19:09. Regardless the Trojans Middleville’s fastest run­ ner again was Alex swept the first five places, Robinson, who finished with Winchester, Page, 120th in 18:17.6. He was fol­ Stortz. Robinson and Hoag, lowed by Chris Harkness in that order. Though it did­ 129th in 18:22.7, Mike n’t figure in the scoring, Erin Berryman 208th in 19:51.8, Hemerhng look a 10th for TimWilson 216th in 20:02 Hastings. The boys split in their and Brian Cuneo 217th in dual. defeating 20:03. Mike Krouse finished double in 20:08.6 and Lars Hastings, which did not fin­ Gustafson ran the course in ish. but losing to Wyoming Park. 20-34. 20:15.2. Chns Harkness finished David Peterson led overall. Alex Hastings in 18:48.1. fol­ second lowed by Kyle Quada in Robinson was sixth, Tim W ilson 10lh. Mike Bergman 19:05, A.J. Singleterry in 20:19.2, Jared Ford in 13th and .Andy Dombrowski 21:25.7 and Kimble Jordan 14th. Scot defenders Chad Frisbie (72) and Jim Lobbezoo (52) come rushing in to make sure Zach Larson (80) has Saxon running back Drew Bowman (36) pulled all the way down. (Photo by Brett Bremer) sion, deep in their own territo­ Saxon comeback. Overall it was a pleasant ry. Hastings started with the ball on the Scots’ 17, but night for the Scots, but Burrill gained only six yards in four wasn’t happy about the way plays, as it appeared the Scots the middle of the game went “We can’t have lapses like had finally had enough. “It was a huge stop," said that.” said Burrill. "We have Burrill. “Then we go on a 90- three games on the schedule, yard TD drive. We just pound­ and we need three more wins." The Scots should be able to ed it at them." One hand off to Haisma. six get the next one. as they host to Birch, and nine to Klyn the winless Holland Christian moved the ball into the Saxon Maroons for homecoming on end zone once again. This time Friday. Caledonia is 3-3 over it was Klyn crashing in from 5 all with a 2-3 mark in the O-K yards out effectively killing the Gold. �Page 18/Tbe Sun and News, Middleville. October 7. 2003 Bulldog’s bite doesn’t hurt IK as bad as its own bobbles TK’s varsity football team suffered its second loss of the season Friday, as they were downed by the Byron Center Bulldogs 27-6. The Trojans drove right down the field in the driving rain and punched it in on a 5yard run by Scott Brooks to take a 6-0 lead in the first quarter, but couldn't pound it in again the rest of the night. “We moved the ball fairly well," said TK coach Tim Penfield. “We struggled with ball security.’’ Brooks ended the night with 126 yards on 14 carries. Adam Loveless ran nine times for 62 yards, but turnovers hurt the Trojans in the second half. Byron Center added two short TD runs in the second quarter to go ahead 13-6 at the half, but TK was still very much in the ball game. Four turnovers by the Trojans in the second half took them out of the game. TK fumbled the ball three Quality work at competitive prices Senior Citizen Discounts TK ball carrier Nate Labine fights off tacklers in the Trojans’ 27-6 loss to Byron Center on Friday night. (Photo by Perry Hardin) Written Labor Warranty Licensed and Insured RESIDENTIAL ROOFING SPECIALIST rear-offs & Re-roofs ALL STAR ROOFING Call us for a free Professional Estimate ______ (616) 877-4253_______ TK running back Adam Loveless builds up a head of steam Friday night. (Photo by Perry Hardin) times, and had one pass intercepted. The killer was that two of the turnovers were returned for touch­ downs in the fourth quarter by the Bulldogs’ Seth Thornton. “Ironically, it had little to do with the weather." said At right: Trojan quarterback Josh Eldridge scoots through the Byron Center defense for the final time on Friday, before leaving the field with a bruised back. (Photo by Perry Hardin) Penfield. “As the night pro­ gressed it stopped raining.” The Trojans got a scare in the third quarter when quar­ terback Josh Eldridge had to leave the game with a bruised back. Penfield says Eldridge is doing fine, and could be ready for this Friday’s came. Chris Humphrey came on in relief of Eldridge, and had a tough go of it. Thornton returned an interception 14-yards for a TD for BC in the fourth quarter, then on the Trojans next drive they’d worked the ball inside the Bulldogs’ 10yard line. This time Thornton grabbed an option pitch out of the air and went 87 yards for a touchdown. The Trojans had another drive end inside the Byron Center 20-yard line as well, due to a fumble. TK rushed for over 200 yards in the ball game, while holding the Bulldogs under the 200 mark. Brooks again led the Trojan defense with seven tackles. TK is now 4-2 overall with a 2-2 mark in O-K Gold play. The Trojans host Wyoming Park this Friday for homecoming. “We’re going back to punching the clock on Monday,” said Penfield. Trojan defenders Scott Brooks (20) and Ben Ybema (3) smother the Byron Center ball carrier. (Photo by Perry Hardin) JB HARRISON INSURANCE AGENCY COMPETITIVE AUTO RATES Hastings Mutual Insurance Company wwwJusxingjmuaaLaxn Daniel Urich 6661 Alden Nash, Alto Judy Harrison 868-0050 �The Sun and News. Middleville. October 7.2003/ Page 19 For Sale For Rent HOUSE WITH IN-LAW APARTMENT: office, at­ tached garage, 3 bedrooms, 2 baths, gas fireplace, addi­ tional storage garage, pool option. Convenient to Cale­ donia schools and M-6. Rent Antiques $1,250-51,400 month. 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Steorts was the Trojans' top finisher in third that kind of a draw at fourth place. (Photo by Brett Bremer) singles, and finished third overall. She picked up a 6-0, 6-4 win over Wayland in her first match, then fell to the eventual flight champion from South Christian 6-3. 62. Fourth singles was the only flight not won by Holland Christian on the day. South Christian took the flight championship. Steorts rebounded from that loss to top Caledonia 6-4. 6-2 and earn the bronze. Holland Christian clinched the overall league title with 46 points during the tourna­ ment. South Christian was second with 27 points. Caledonia third with 19 fol­ lowed by Wayland 18. Byron We’re Every Woman For Every Reason! Weight Based equipment - Not Comfortable, Ladies Only Fast & Fun Only Takes 29 Minutes A Few Times A Week Ladies Only Fitness & Weig. 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Lantinga’s opponent from Wayland had beaten her twice this season before Tuesday’s reversal of fortune. Middleville won one match in the remaining six flights. TK’s first singles player Michelle Raetz won her third match of the day 1 6, 6-3, 7-5 over Wyoming Park. At third singles it was Molly Jazwinski finishing off her Wyoming Park opponent 6-3, 6-0. Three of the Trojans’ four doubles teams also picked up their lone victory over team of Denise Weeks and Willemstein won their final match of the day 6-0, 6-0 over Park. Tiffany Miller and Caitlin Adams won their opener against Wyoming Park 6-0. 6-0. TK’s second doubles team of Andrea Otto and Sarah Johnson were the other Trojans to reverse the results from an earlier match. They knocked off the Hastings sec­ ond doubles team 3-6. 6-4, 64. Hastings edged out the Trojans by half a point in the tournament standings thanks to the strength of their top two singles players, who each finished in second place behind Holland Christian. "We did well,” said Seger. "We didn’t lose any match we were expected to win, and really, one more match and we finish ahead of Hastings.” The Trojans won’t get to avoid seeing Holland Christian again. The Maroons are a part of the regional tour­ nament at StevensvilleLakeshore that includes TK. Regionals are Friday, but the Trojans have warm-up matches this week against Lakewood Monday, then an O-K crossover match on Tuesday, and a contest with Hamilton Wednesday. Caledonia all has an O-K Crossover match this week, ' ’ atonal round � https://barrycountyhistoryportal.org/files/original/25/713/SunandNews_2003-10-14.pdf 2b48ff49dc0297783c4cf3523c3b92ef PDF Text Text Your Hometown Newspaper Serving Middleville and Caledonia Areas 132nd year Published by J-Ad Graphics, Inc. No. 42/October 14, 2003 Thornapple Kellogg homecoming a winner by Patricia Johns Staff Writer This year’s Thomapple Kellogg homecoming was a great way for students to cel­ ebrate the football team and school spirit. it didn’t hurt that the foot­ ball team won over Wyoming Park by a score of 27-0 Friday night. Check out the sports section for more details. The Trojans’ final home game against Caledonia will be Friday, Oct. 17, should be a fun and stadium packed event with both teams com­ ing off winning their homecoming games. During the week students dressed up and competed. The hallway decorations were admired Friday, Oct. 10, for a few minutes before the regular classes began. The Class of 2005 won the hallway, but the seniors showed the most spirit over­ all. The assembly Friday afternoon had a little bit of everything with the varsity cheerleaders showing off a routine in the dark with lights. Loud and lively jazz band selections and even all the eighth-graders from the middle school were in the audience. The homecoming court wore sashes or boutonnieres during the assembly while Queen Mallory Egolf and king Darrin Tape smile for the camera after being crowned during half-time of the homecoming game. (Photo by Perry Hardin) they participated in the relay, cheered or applauded. This year’s homecoming court were freshmen Sarah Wenger and Andrew Schultz, sophomores Chelsea Dubois and Scott Brown, juniors Lia Tandy and Danny Thompson, and seniors Bethany Steorts, Stacey Huizinga, Mallory Egolf, Darrin Tape, Mike Hoskins and Mark Rolison. After the anticipation of a week of wondering, Mallory Egolf and Darrin Tape were named the homecoming queen and king during half­ time of the football game. There also was a serious element to the week’s events. Students raised funds for the needs for local families. Mollie Reed (left) is sworn in as the newest member of the Village of Middleville Planning Commision by clerk Rhonda Fisk. New Middleville Plan Commissioner named by Patricia Johns Staff Writer Mollie Reed was sworn in as a member of the Middleville Village Planning Commission Tuesday, Oct. 7. Following the meeting she said, “there is an awful lot to learn.” Reed replaces Catherine Beyer, who has moved out of the village. Sidewalks again were the hot topic during the commis­ sion’s meeting. Ransom Leppink, representing Middleville Marketplace, asked if the developer could defer putting in the required sidewalks since they were “sidewalks to nowhere.” Leppink also suggested stopping the north end of the sidewalk because of land for­ mations, including a creek. Commission member Rick Winans told Leppink that it was important to the village to do sidewalks now because the growth of the area has meant that the commission has a difficult time keeping track of deferred require­ ments. Sometimes develop­ ers sell their property and then when the village tries to enforce a requirement the new owners say, “I didn’t know about this.” The commission also approved the request to add an addition to the building leased by Alliance Steel in the industrial park. “The are good tenants and I would like to keep them here,” developer David Dykstra said. Alliance Steel is negotiating to build their own building in the industri­ al park. The next meeting of the Planning commission of the Village of Middleville is at 7 p.m. Tuesday, Nov. 4. In This Issue Caledonia celebrates annual homecoming Angel Castillo and Lindsay Coolman were crowned as Caledonia High School 2003 Homecoming King and Queen One of the best things about Homecoming is the pre­ liminary games and giggles. A rousing game of acces­ sory relay brought a lot of laughs during the pep assem“y More Homecoming photos on page 12 • Funds being raised to preserve old newspapers • MiddlevilleMethodist continues outreach despite construction • Jousma’s sand mining to end, other renewed • Man missing from Caledonia Township foster care home �Page 2/The Sun and News, Middleville. October 14. 2003 Caledonia orthodontist again buying back candy October is National Orthodontic Health Month and Dr. Eric Hannapel and his lean) in Caledonia are doing their part to promote healthy smiles this Halloween. Halloween candy can contribute to tooth decay and even damage orthodon­ tic braces. Dr. Hannapel will try to help kids avoid injury to their braces and their teeth by buying back Halloween candy this year. Hannapel is giving his patients five tokens for each pound of Halloween Road construction worker struck by van A 57-ycar-old Comstock Park man working in a road construction zone was struck by a van being driven by a 34-year-old Middleville man Tuesday. Oct. 7. Police and rescue units were dispatched to Cascade Road SE near Snow Avenue in Cascade Township. The injured man. Dennis Allerding. was transported by Life Ambulance to Spectrum11 utterworth Downtown Campus, and was listed in serious condition. Allerding was working for Rieth-Riley Construction. Kent County Sheriff’s deputies report that the area where the accident took place had one lane closed and traf­ fic was being alternated between east bound and west­ bound. As a larger vehicle was preparing to back off the roadway in the area of this construction site. Allerding stepped out into the one open lane and was struck by a pass­ ing mini-van. Officers stated the sun was a factor for visibility on the part of the eastbound driver. The accident remains under investigation. No deter­ mination of fault has been made at this case. candy surrendered in his office (up to five pounds total). He will also donate SI for each pound of candy received to a local charity. As all of Hannapel's patients know, tokens are used to buy a variety of prizes or gift certificates. "When we buy back candy from our orthodontic patients, we help them avoid the potential for harming their braces or teeth. It's a fun way to reward the kids for their efforts on Halloween," he said. Hannapel recommends that children who wear braces avoid eating sticky, gooey foods and candies such as Caramel Starburst. Skittles, Tootsie Rolls, gum. Laffy Taffy, popcorn. Gummy Bears, peanuts, or chewing on Ice Hannapel notes the days immediately following Halloween are usually an orthodontist’s busiest time for emergency calls. "These emergency visits can be very difficult for our parents and their busy schedules. 1 hope the candy buyback will help reduce emergency appointments and lighten the day for our moms and dads," he said. So the challenge is being made to all of Hannapel’s patients. “Do your part and bring in your sticky, gooey candy in trade for tokens,” he said. Hannapel's office will accept patient's Halloween candy at the weigh-in, from 8 a.m. to 4 p.m. on Thursday, Nov. 6. at 9041 North Rodgers Court in Caledonia. 31 DAYS OF SAVINGS AND MORE! Celebrating Kaya More than 40 girls and their mothers and their dolls attended a special program on the newest American girl doll, Kaya, a member of the Nez Perce tribe. The stories about Kaya are set in the late 1700s. Here girls listen to a Native American myth read by librarian Patricia Wells. Giris also played a game and made a braided bead neck­ lace. Samantha Barrenger holds her Kaya who has a papoose on her back. Middleville woman earns NMU degree Amanda Clover-Wadel of Middleville earned a bache­ lor science degree at the close of the summer term in August at Northern Michigan University in Marquette. Her major field of study was social studies/secondary education. Youth librarian Patricia Wells helps blind fold one of the participants in the Meet Kaya program. The girls played a Native American game during the program. THROUGH THE ENTIRE MONTH OF OCTOBER Trick or Treat party returns The Bradford White UAW 1002 hall will be filled with candy and fun, donuts and cider, on Friday, Oct. 31 from 6 to 8:30 p.m There will be a candy check as well. Stop by and enjoy this most spooky of holidays with your friends. SHOPPING AT MOHAWK COLORCENTER IS LIKE MONEY IN THE BANK START SAVING NOW! CARPET FALL RIVER STWTWGAT WOOD VINYL NATURAL STOCK ITEMS REFLECTIONS STARTING AT STARTINCAT s1683 $5M Famous Flooring R (616) 891-9000 I O R S �The Sun and News. Middleville. October 14, 2003/ Page 3 From Our Readers Local Citizens Speak Out On Issues We like it here just fine To the editor: I am writing about an letter printed in your Sun and News a few weeks ago. and after thinking about it. I feel that someone should respond. This lady made statements that we needed a whole lot of different businesses that we don’t have in Middleville. She named a couple or maybe three that we need here, but a lot of them w don’t need. The town does not have enough people so that if they were in our town they would not profit enough to keep their business going. In my opinion she must have come from a big city where everything was withing a short distance of where she lived. I like what we have here and I side with her that we need some things she named, but the others, it is almost impossible. If she likes big city living fine, then she needs to live in the big city where every­ thing's close by and she does not have to drive a little way to do her shopping. TK graduate enters Albion Ford Institute Albion College student Josiah N. Brown is a new member of the Gerald R. Ford Institute for Public Policy and Service. Brown is a first-year stu­ dent at Albion. He is the son of Bruce DeWitt and Tammy DeWitt of Middleville and a graduate of Thomapple Kellogg High School. The Ford Institute is designed to give exceptional students a chance to broaden their education through con­ centrated study in areas of government and public serv­ ice. Institute members come from all academic majors and complete course work concerning political science, history and ethics. Their education is contin­ ued through speakers brought to campus and a public relations internship in an area of their interest. The program encourages students to seek leadership roles on campus. ^ONTEMPO J/^LON 616-891-1095 9551 Cherry Valley. Caledonia Village Centre Outstanding Color Unbelievable condition incredible Shine THAT’S WHAT OUR CLIENTS ARE SAYING ABOUT AVEDA COLOR! AVEDA. THE ART AND SCIENCE OF PURE FLOWER AND PLANT ESSENCES now scheduling full spectrum hair color system. 97% naturally derived with sunflower, castor and jojoba oils Most of us here in Middleville would like things more convenient so we don't have to drive so far to do our shopping, but the way things are right now, it’s just fine. We like our drug store and our food store the way they are and if she wants big restaurants and all these other conveniences, then move where they are. but don't make such statements of w hat we need because a lot of them she said w e need are already here in Middleville and doing well. Donald F. Workman. Middleville First Baptist to have ‘Trunk or Treat’ again The First Baptist Church will be host for “Trunk or Treat.’’ a community event on Halloween Friday, Oct. 31. from 6:30 to 8 p.m. “We believe Halloween should be as fun as when we were kids.” said Krag J. Johnson, Trunk or Treat coordinator for First Baptist Church. Car trunks loaded with safe candy and carnival games, horsey rides, free popcorn, free ice cream cones, free drawings for many prizes (including a DK freestyle bike) wHl be availablein the parking lot of First Baptist Church, one mile north of Middleville on M37. Johnson said parents like the "one stop shopping," the fact that their children can have a g<xxl time and come away with candy they don't have to sort through, and that the cars are all parked and not running over their children. He said children love the clown magic, games, horses, drawings and candy. Youthful violinists perform for GFWC-Gun Lake ladies Tyler and Marissa Swanson were the featured performers during the Oct. 8 meet­ ing of the GFWC-Gun Lake Area women’s club. The club will meet at the Yankee Springs Golf Course on Wednesday, Nov. 12 with a program by Deanna House. MILLER MEANS... SOLD! Middleville & Gun Lake Area Office 317 Arlington. Middleville, MI Hastings < HTicc 149 W. Slate Street. 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Craig graduated from Thomapple Kellogg He. hu wife Bridget and 2-year old son Conroy live at Barlow Lake. Craig likes helping people and assisting them with one of their biggest life decisions, their deci­ sion about investing in or selling a home. Craig’s a whiz at math, loves people, is a dedicated problem solver and enjoys the variety a real estate profession provides When you need help with real estate or you have any related questions, call Craig at our Middleville & Gun Lake Area office or at his home. Craig will be happy to help you * CANDY CHECK!!! A * 1. VILLAGE OF MIDDLEVILLE! This cute 2 bedroom home features many updates including roof and furnace. Stove and refrig­ erator included. 1 car garage Immediate occupancy' Caff Kay or Craig $87,500 HALLOWEEN NIGHT AT UAW LOCAL 1002 285 S. WASHINGTON ST. • MIDDLEVILLE Union members and the public are welcome to come and Trick or Treat and get their candy checked between 7pm & 8:30pm Trick or Treat times will be from 5:30 p.m. till 8:30 p.m. Come have coffee, donuts, cider, and get some candy. ♦ * S 3. COM LAKE CHANNEL FRONT! Gorgeous 3 bedroom 2 bath ranch home Orvy 4 years old1 Full walkout basement, extra large attached garage 200 amp service and an additional bath plumbed m the basement Thomapple-Keflogg schools Caff Karen .................. $165,000 FOR MORE MIDDLEVILLE, GUN LAKE AND CALEDONIA AREA PROPERTIES, PLEASE SEE OUR ADS ON PAGE 2 OF THE REMINDER, IN THE GRAND RAPIDS PRESS. THE HOMES DIGEST AND THE PENASEE GLOBE. �Page 4/The Sun and News, Middleville. October 14. 2003 Call for classified ads Phone 269-945-9554 Caledonia library plans line dancing demo, instruction 24 Hours a Day -7 Days a Week The KalCreek Kickers, a local line-dance team, will be hosts for an evening of demonstration and instruc­ Reach over 11,000 area homes tion. The event is scheduled for Saturday. Oct 25. from 7 to 11 p.m. at the Caledonia Fire Bam located at 230 Maple Street in the village of Caledonia. The fee for this Caledonia District Library fund-raiser is $5 at the door. Refreshmennts for the evening will be provided by the Friends of the Caledonia Library. LOCAL CHURCH DIRECTORY ALASKA BAPTIST CHURCH A Living Church - Serving a Liling Lord Morning Worship 9 30 a m. Fellowship Time........................ 10:35 a.m. Sunday School 10 50 a m. Evening Praise . . . .6:00 p.m. WEDNESDAY Family Night 6 00 p.m. 7240 68th Street. SE Caledonia 2 miles east of M-37 Pastor, Dr flrian F. Harrison Youth Pastor Kevin Stiles C 0 U U il I I I CHURCH a place to belong a place to become (Contemporary, Casual, Non-denominational) Sunday Morning Worship........... 9: JO & 11 00 a.m 8175 Broadmoor, Caledonia Rrx Mu harl Stowell. Isad Paster Rev. David Moorhead. Assoc. Pastor Joe Cipctc, Worship leader Denny Houma, Youth Pastor Church Office 616-8914)287 Visit our web site www bhghtside org CALEDONIA CHRISTIAN REFORMED CHURCH FIRST BAPTIST CHURCH OF MIDDLEVILLE M-37, north of Middleville • 795-9726 Bruce S. Stewart. Senior Pastor Fun A. Vine. Asst. Pastor 'Youth Ikxigbs G. Beason. Visrtatkm Pastor Gary Weaver. Musk Minister Pastor bavid Stew art. CE - Children s Pastor Sunday School..................................................... 9:45 a.m. Sunday Morning Worship Service. . 11:00 a m. Sunday Evening Service 6:00 p m. Wednesday Mid WeekPrayer 6 45 p.m Word cd Life Clubs..................................... 6:45 p.m. MIDDLEVILLE CHRISTIAN REFORMED 708 W. Main Street Morning Worship Service Sunday School Evening Worship Service 10:00 a m. 11:15 a.m. 6:00 p.m. YOU ARE INVITED Rev Tom DeVries. Pastor - 795-9901 Rev E Anthony Sikora Church: (616) 795-2391 GRACE UNITED REFORMED CHURCH ew Life RISTIAN CHURCH Proclaiming the Whole Counsel of God 10 AM Sunday Morning Sunday Worship................................9:30 a.m. and 6:00 p.m. (Child A Adult) (During the School Year) Services at 9 30 a m. and 6 p.m. 698-9660 Rev. R Scott Greenway, Pastor Jack Dejong, Pastor of Worship & Adult Ed. JoAnne DeBlaay, Youth Director Al Tiemeyer, Community Calling 9255 84th Street. Alto. MI 49302 A Church for today's world Spirit-filled family Church. CALEDONIA HOLY FAMILY CATHOLIC CHURCH GUN LAKE COMMUNITY CHURCH & PRESCHOOL 12200 West M-179 Highway (Chief Nooodav Road) Wayland. Ml 49M8 Kraft Avenue at Johnson Street Meeting you. your friends, and your family right where you re at. Rev. Dave LeBlanc, Pastor Phone 891-9259 Saturday Evening Mass ... .5:00 p.m. Sunday Mass . .9:00 a.m. & 11:00 a.m. 3449 - 76th St. S.E., Caledonia Sunday School for ages 3 yr. thru 6th grade: Sr. High. Sun. 6:30 pm Jr. High, Sun. 6:30 pm Rfv P Adams Phone 891-8440 Church Office: (616)891-1512 M-37 al 100th St. GUN UAKE COMMUNITY cm o nc»-a Sunday Worship: 900 a_m. or 10:30 a.m. Wednesday Worship 6:30 p.m. ®lb ®int£ jSletljobist Cljurrt) 5590 Whitneyville Ave., S.E Alto. Ml 49302 Res Noonan Kohns. Pastor (616) 891-8167 Church Office: 616-891 8669 Fax 891 8648 • www.catedomauntc org ALASKA CONGREGATION 8146 68th St. near WhrtneyvBe Ave Church School. Sunday Praise Staging Lakeside Community Church A Place for Family & Friends 6201 Whitney ville Avenue. Aho Office Phone 891 A6S8 SS. CYRIL and METHODIUS CHURCH THORNAPPLE BIBLE CHURCI1 Preaching the Living Word Serving The Risen Lord Sunday School . .9:30 a.m. Sunday Morning Worship . .10:30 a.m. (Jr. Church & Nursery available.) Currently meeting at: Emmons Lake Elementary 8950 Kraft SE. Caledonia Rev Dennis Ross Church: (616) 868-7425 UNITED METHODIST CHURCHES Middleville - Parmelee An informal, contemporary church committed to our community. Worship _ 10:00 a.m. Rev. Dr. Jack Doorlag. Interim Minister Sunday Worship is at 10:00am In Caledonia Middle School’s cafeteria. Everyone is welcome? Nursery & children’s activities available. For more information: (616) 891-8119 or ww.pcaraiMtfdux Pastor: Rev. Josh Blunt Contact our Dutton office at (616) 65-65-WAY Check our web site. www.wayfarercc,org CHRISTIAN REFORMED Contemporan Worship 9:30a.m Sunday School for All Ages 10:45 a m Evening Worship 6:00p.m. Pastor Roger Buhman • Church Office: 8684)391 » ww lakesidecommunrty org Redeemer Covenant Church —Lighting Up Lives for Cod— Sunday Located in leighton I<n»reship Comer of 2nd Street and 142nd Avenue Worship 9:30 am Christian Ethication SunOiv Svhoul far Al Ages KHO am. Wednesday Sunday Evening semre FS Lnmds Wr-xwwi 5th (Sept Aprt- 600 pm 630 p m Family Night 5:45-800 pm lldOam i xenemponry MAY TOWKSESD, Paaaor Pastor EG. Frizzell <r,ic CHURCH Now meeting at: Thornapple-Kellogg School Auditorium Sunday Mornmg Bcrdap 830 am. Tndnoml | Church Ph. 6164686810 •Pastors Ph. 6/6^97-6746 94S AM AU Services have a Nurserg available • Barner Free Pastor Robert Gerke • Pastor David Ziehr Finding the Way Together? 10:50 am Morning Worship . 11 DO a m. St Paul Lutheran Church Sunday School 8r Aduk Bible Studs Rev. Lee /.achman Church Office Phone: 795-9266 9:45 a.m < Wed Fellowship .. 7.30 pm Missouri Sgnod Rev. Royle Bailard, Pastor Phone 868-6437 269-795-7901 www gunlakecommunity church i>r g Leighton Church Cortitriiitiify of St Paul Lutheran Church Comer of 84th St and Kraft in Caledonia 1 mile west of M-37 Traditional Service 8:30 AM Acoustic Praise 8r Worship Service 11.00 AM COMMUNITY Worship Services........................ 8:45 *jn. and 10:30 a m 10 30 a.m. phone 795-2370 or 949-9327 Vitae - Rev David T. Mustwtok WAYFARER^ October 19: Sermon Topic: "Okay, God, I Hear You! ... Wednesday 6:00 P.M. Evening Prayer Middleville UMC is temporarily meeting at: 9266 Parmelee Road 9.30 a.m...................................... Sunday School 11:00 a.m....................................... Worship Hour Website: www umcmiddtevile.org 250 Vine Street (M-37 to Emmons to Vine) (Nursery A'ailable Throughout) ..... ............... I ICIXC '------- ■------- ' Sunday SchooL.10:00 a.m. Morning Worship...11:00 a.m. Evening Worship...6:00 p.m. Wednesday Prayer Meeting...7:00 p.m. T CALEDONIA £[ UNITED METHODIST Children's Sunday School Sunday Service Times 9:15 A.M. Morning Prayer (Holy Communion 2nd Sunday) 11:00 A.M. Holy Communion 159 131st Avenue 1664 N. M-37 Highway Phone (269) 792-3543 Middleville. Ml 49333 • 945-1555 Located near the corner of M-37 and McCann Worship Times: Service Times: Saturday................................ 4:00 p.mMas Sunday School.............................................. 9:45am. Sunday.................................. 9:30 a.m.Mas Morning Worship................................ 11:00 a.m. Evening Worship.......................................... 6:00p.m.Weekdays: Youth Group:.......................... 6.00 p.m. Sunday Wednesday................7:30 p.m Mass Midweek 7:00 p.m. Wed. Thursday &Friday...... 9:30 a.m. Mass 9:30 a m. Thurs. “A Church with a caring heart for our community and the world" One mile east ofWfutneyvilie Rd 2415 McCann Rd. (In Irving) www.StPaulCaledonia.orq Middleville Good Shepherd Wesleyan Church Lutheran Church 908 W Main Street (Missouri Synod) Worship............................... 9:30 a.m. Sunday School.......................... 11 00 a.m. Adult Bible Class.......................... 1L00 a.m. For more information about this event, call the Caledonia Branch of the Kent District Library at 616647-3840. • WWW <eigLr tKi.<.rch.org Hour 11.00 am Pastor Paui M Hillman Yuuth Lfc nd Lnbtxi 6951 Hanna Lake Avenue. Caledpna 6I66984KXH redtwserirism.ntf wwss.mieemeKovenant.org A membo dtht kurngdud Cmsrnt QukMs efAmmui •WHITNEYVILLE^ Bible Church 8546 WMneyvBe Ave at 84fri St . 891-8661 "The Church where everybody is somebody... and Jesus is Lord" Meeting at Caledonia High School Sunday School 9.30o.m. Sirday Momng Wonhc Ift®am. Meeting at cnapei on Abtneyvie Ave Suxxiy Evenng Wonhp 6.00 p m. Wed ktoweek Prayer & Btue Study 700 p.m. aev.TNxna9uf5.Pakx«tev Kai totffar Aeoc Partot Webtfe wwney4tet*ke.ag �The Sun and News. Middleville. October 14. 2003/ Page 5 Premier Travel & Cruise plans travel/vacation expo booth also will feature instant passport photos. "Specials will be offered Saturday and Saturday only." said Dee. "They’ll have such things as category upgrades, on-board ship credits and package discounts. We’ll have light snacks and bever­ ages available, too. ’They’ll be giving away continuous door prizes. Every IO minutes they’re giving away something. These are vendor provided door prizes. Also, we’re (Premier Travel & Cruise) giving away, for every deposited reservation, a nice thank you gift." For more information about this event. Premier Trave) or any of the services they offer, call them at 616554-0311, email at ptcdee(«'aol.com or fax them at 616-554-0393, jt Kingdom Kids i Drumming for a diva k Wednesday Night Kids Club is )} looking for YOU!! Our church family wants your family Jj to join us! / TKHS drummer Tyler Coburn shared the stage with 11 other local drummers and Shania Twain (on right) at Twain’s concert on Oct. 4 September 17, 2003 6:00 pm j Bring your family to meet with our church family and T learn how to be part of the family of God! Jj Al and Dee Hudson of Premier Travel & Cruise are counting on their first travel and vacation expo to be such a success that this will become an annual event. Drummer Tyler Coburn (center) had to bring his own snare drum and harness to the audition for the Shania Twain concert. Coburn is a senior at Thornapple Kellogg High School and waited on line for more than 4 hours before the audition. Bowne Center iat Church Roast Beef Dinner Sat. Oct. 18. 5-7 pm $8 Adults Corner of Alden Nash & 84th St. Alto, MI. bv Cathy Rueter Staff Writer Premier Travel & Cruise of Caledonia is counting on its first travel and vacation expo to be such a success that this will become an annual event. Al and Dee Hudson, own­ ers. are inviting the public to the Grand Rapids Hilton Airport Hotel Saturday. Oct. 18. from II a.m. to 2 p.m. The hotel is located at Patterson and 28th Street. No reservations are required for the event and it is open to the public. "This is an opportunity for customers to come in and meet the representatives from these major travel suppliers," said Dee. Representatives from such travel suppliers as Walt Disney World, Apple Vacations, Sandals Resorts, Continental Vacations and Carnival Cruise Line will be on hand to answer questions for those wanting to get away. "We’ll be giving away two free trips in cooperation with Apple vacations and Iber Ostar Hotels. We have a seven nights (trip) to Cozumel and a three nights vacation to Las Vegas with Allegiant Vacations," Dec explained. In addition to answering questions and discussing plans with the travel seekers, the Premiere Travel & Cruise i Jj Caledonia. MI 49316 (616) 69S-S104 Kids need a ride? Give us a call! 06570942__________ ____________ ____________ __________ TRICK OR TREAT Looking for a warm, safe place to bring your children, grandchildren, neighbors and friends Trick Or Treating ! We have just the thing for you! This year on Friday, October 31, Gun Lake Community Church is sponsoring an indoor Trick Or Treating Event! * Make GLCC your first stop and pick-up your bag for candy. < Trick Or Treat at rooms around the church. Gun Lak® Community IChurch To US 131 (Wayland) 6:00 - 8:00 pm. “In order to maintain the integrity of the performance it has been requested that young children not attend Babysitting at the church will be available for children 6 and under on a reservation basis. Please call the church office at 891-9259 by Oct. 16 as spaces are limited.’’ X 7240 - 6£th St SE Doors are open from Come and listen to Carlo Curley play our new organ! He is an International Concert Organist. He will be at Holy Family Church 3PM Sunday, October 19th. Everyone welcome. Kingdom Kids - Pre-6th Youth Classes - 7th-12th Adult Classes Alaska Baptist Church Get your picture taken. Qrgait Conccrt at Ramify Church Ji yj GUN LAKE COMMUNITY arRtscHOOL 12200 West M1 79 Highway Wayland, Ml 49349 269 795 7903 N �Page 6/The Sun and News. Middleville. October 14. 2003 Claude J. Hamer MIDDLEVILLE - Claude J. Hamer, age 87. of Middleville, passed away Oct. 6. 2003 at Spectrum Health Butterworth Campus. Mr. Hamer was bom June 15. 1916 at New Haven bors. He is survived by two Township. He was raised and daughters. Cannel Kay attended schools in Ionia. He was married to (Ralph) Hoover of Battle Creek and Jorga Hoffman of Elizabeth A. Willcutt on Texas; three sons. Steven March 19. 1941 at Carson (Rebecca) Schaffer of City’. He was employed at Nashville. Biff (Jacqueline) Schaffer of Hopkins and Central Transport as a truck driver and retired after 40 Kent Schaffer of Middleville; 14 grandchil­ years of service. Claude was self-employed dren; four great-grandchil­ dren; five stepgrandchildren; two sisters. Grace (Frank) Goretzka of Richland and PORT RICHEY. FLORI Pat Holes of Middleville; and several nieces and DA - Mrs. Helen M. Crosby, age 99. of Port Richey, nephews. formerly of He was preceded in death Florida. by his wife. Rita Charlene Middleville, passed away Saturday. Oct. 4, 2003 at Schaffer and daughter. Cathy Regional Medical Center, Lee Schaffer. Funeral services were held Hudson, Florida. She is survived by her Saturday, Oct. 4. 2003 at Harold (Jo) Beeler Funeral Chapel, children. Middleville. Pastor Clayton England of Tarpon Springs, Garrison officiated. Interment was in Robbins Cemetery. Yankee Springs Township. CLARKSVILLE Memorial contributions Beulah E. (Bea) Richardson, may be made to a charity of age 83, of Clarksville, for­ one's choice. merly of Middleville, passed Arrangements were by away Oct. 10. 2003. Beeler Funeral Home. She is survived by her Middleville. sons, Alponse (Audrey) Jack Schaffer------------------------------------------MIDDLEVILLE - Jack Schaffer, age 80, of Middleville, passed away Wednesday, Oct I, 2003 at home. Jack was bom on Sept. I. 1923 in Middleville, the son of Claude and Hazel Schaffer. He was raised in Yankee Springs and attended Middleville schools. He was married to Charlene Sutton on November 26. 1949. Jack was employed at Cady Aluminum as a tool and die foreman, and retired from Cady Aluminum. He was a member of Wayland VFW Post. Jack spent his entire life as an avid outdoorsman. hunt­ ing. fishing, and could recount many stories of the history of the Yankee Springs area. Hobbies included wood­ working and refinishing fur­ niture for friends and neigh­ Caledonia and ( rafts I Caledonia High School Satlhday. November 1. 2003 10:00 a.rn. 3:00 i,.nl as a painter in the summers and semi-driver in the win­ ters. After retirement he went to work for Gavins Chevrolet driving cars for 17 years. He retired then only because of failing health. As a young man he was boxing in the Golden Giove Tournaments. He loved watching boxing on T.V. He would even take naps in the afternoon so he could watch the fights at night. He was a member of the American Legion Post in Hastings. He is survived by his wife. Elizabeth A. Hamer; three daughters. Violet A. (Floyd) Hitchcock of Hopkins. Joan E. (Ivan) Knapp of Dorr and Patricia L. (Jack) Patrick of Shelbyville; one son, Joe C. Hamer of Middleville; 11 grandchildren; 16 great grandchildren. Memorial contributions may be made to the chant) of one's choice. Arrangements were made by Beeler Funeral Home. Middleville. Helen M. Crosby Florida, Marilyn Flach of Michigan, and Robert (Pat) England of Gun l^ke; five grandchildren; six great grandchildren; several nieces and nephews. She was preceded in death by her husband. Jack Crosby and sister. Ruth Lewis. Graveside services will be held Tuesday morning. Oct. 14. 2003 at 10 a.m. at Mt. Hope Cemetery. Middleville. Rev. Lee Zachman officiating. Memorial contributions may be made to Lighthouse or to Association of the Blind. Arrangements by the Beeler Funeral Home. Middleville. Beulah E. (Bea) Richardson----------------------- Free Admission Free Parking Raffle Ixinch Server! 11:00 a.m. - 2:00 p.m. Our biggest bazaar ever! Over 100 crafters! For more information call 891-X117 PUMPKIN WORLD 2003 OPEN OCTOBER Now thru 31 Pumpkin World hours are Monday - Friday 3:30 - 6 p.m. (Weekdays are reserved for scheduled school groups) Saturday 10 am to 5:30 pm Sunday Noon - 4:30 pm Slocum’s Llama and Stories with Cheri Reddy at 2,3,4 pm October 25 Stories with S 8 S Pumpkin Lady, Julie Coons at 2, 3,4 pm October 18 Hayrides every Saturday and Sunday weather permitting Mazes for all ages Friendly Farm Animals Bring your cameras Fun for the whole family Stay warm and dry under our roof COST: M-.OO/CHILD and Parents are Free Balloon Train: *1.00 extra LOCAL FARMER BURIED Vi PUMPKINS! Olszewski of San Jose. Calif., Joseph (Sharon) Olszewski of Caledonia; daughter. Mary Olszewski of Hastings; grandchildren. Casey (Candace) Harper. Amanda Olszewski, Amy Elliott and Angie Groom; great-grandchildren. Austin Groom, Alexis Elliott and Jack Thomas Elliott; sisters, Margaret Strong of Illinois, Betty Bryant of Jenison; also nieces and nephews. Mrs. Richardson was pre­ ceded in death by her greatgrandson, Zachary Thomas Elliott, and a brother, Bill Ackerson. Visitation will be Tuesday, Oct. 14 from 2 to 4 p.m. and from 7 to 9 p.m. at the RothGerst Chapel, 305 N. Hudson, Lowell. Funeral services will be held Wednesday, Oct. 15, 2003 at 1 p.m. at the First Baptist Church of Lowell. 2275 W. Main. Pastors Burland Margesson and Lee Taylor will officiate. Interment will be in Bowne Center Cemetery. Memorial contributions may be made to the First Baptist Church of Lowell. Arrangements by Roth Gent. Lowell. Give a memorial that can go on forever... A gift to the Barry Community Foundation is used to help fund activities throughout the county in the name of the person you designate. Ask your funeral director for more information on the Barry Community Foundation or call the Barry Community Foundation at (269) 945-0526. r000000000000 0000 ObOOOOOOOr 000 ooo coo 61 Family Tran Oidca • 09 £ Main St MiddfeoMe • Hours: Sun.-Thurs. 12-10 pm Fri. & Sat. 12-11pm DVD, VMS & Game Rentals Movie Reservations 2 Day Rental on Sunday on all Rentals Every 2(f Rental FREE Locally Owned Caledonia Schools, Austinridge Community Michigan Apples Cortland, Munu, Empire, Golden Delicious, Jonathar and more! Winter Squash WVarieties *7 know he's in here somewhere" Hardy Mums, Long-Stemmed Pumpkins, Gourds, Com Shocks and all your Fall Decorating Favorites! S&S Farm Market and GREENHOUSE NEU TO THE MARKET This stunning ranch home is located in the desirable Austinridge neigh­ borhood This home features 4 bedrooms, 3 full baths, owner’s suite and mam floor laundry facilities. Enter into this spacious home and you are greeted by an expansive and inviting foyer. The open floor plan features a vaulted great room with fireplace, kitchen and dining area The updated kitchen has ceramic tile floors, pantry, tons of cabinets and new brushed-stainkss steel, professional appliances the lower walk-out level includes a large recreation.'family room. 2 bedrooms and full bath Additional features include; new maintenance free deck, patio, underground sprinkling and a 2 stall attached garage All appliances included, quick possession available. For additional information or a private sh..uin; Paul Karolionok at 974-6786 or 891-2070. Offered at $312,900. on M-37 between Middleville & Hastings (269) 795-9758 HOCKS: Mon.-Sat.. 9am-6pm. Sun. 12 noon-Spin GREENRIDGE Realty, Inc. Paul Karolionok Off: <6I6> 974-6786 Res: 16I61 891-2070 E-mail: pkarolionok«? grecnridgt.com �The Sun and News. Middleville. October 14. 2003/ Page 7 Funds being raised to preserve old news by Patricia Johns Staff Writer Lori Buchanan has a deep interest in genealogy. She started looking at some of the very old bound volumes of the Middleville Sun (1890-1914) in the col­ lection of the Thomapple Kellogg School and Community Library and dis­ covered information about her own family. “These papers arc deterio­ rating rapidly and I wanted other people to be able to use some of the information in their own genealogical searches,” she says. The papers include stories of local families and events and even advertising. She is raising funds to pre­ serve the oldest copies of the Middleville Sun. The papers will be scanned, converted to searchable text and made available on the internet for those doing research. Donations for this project can be sent to the Thomapple Kellogg Administration Building. Middleville Sun Archive Project. 10051 Green Lake Road, Middleville 49333. Checks should include a notation The screensavers are available for S8 apiece, with a S2 shipping charge. Forms for purchasing the screen saver are available at the Thomapple Kellogg School and Community Library . Following the scanning process, the the papers papers will will be be process, properly preserved and stored. stored, Family Dentistry of Caledonia Now at our new location Welcoming New Patients Gary Scott, DDS 9021 North Rodgers Court. Suite E (616) 891-0004 Lori Buchanan shows one of the pages of a copy of the Middleville Sun from the 1880s which will be indexed, preserved and on the internet, mentioning that it is for the Saving the Sun project. Buchanan also has created an historic Middleville screensaver using postcards. Fax (616) 891-5170 We accept Mastercard, Visa & Discover § LAST CHANCE SALE! Moving our custom framing, yams, balloons. Sunrider herbs and skin care (Just Arrived Lots of ’FUN FUN FUN’ Yam) EVERYTHING ELSE 50% OFF Fixtures for Sale! r ^Rainbow’s End^ Yarn, Craft & Variety \ ; 3 9343 Cherry Valley Ave., Caledonia, MI 49316 ?1 M-W A F 9-8; Th 9-6; Sat 9-5 Dave got smart. He got rid of his satellite dish and got Charter Digital; plus • 616-891-1 106 Moleskin, Velour, Corduroy Winter Fleece Prints 8e Solids Halloween & Christmas Fabrics & Patterns QUESTIONS ASK US Charter high-speed BBQ Internet service. 3 FREE months of service on select cable TV packages and high speed Internet service. Including modem rental up to $320 value and FREE installation up to $135 value 218 E State St. Hastings • 945-9673 Hulst Cieaners Ptch-Up Staiton MT/ a Caledonia FFA 9th annual Farm Toy Show n CALEDONIA HIGH SCHOOL * I X &* a§> S Ml K w 9737 PUNCAN LAKE Rt>. CALEDONIA When Dave signed up, he also got The Charter Book of Big Values’ .. with coupons worth thousands of dollars In discounts on everything from hotels to restaurants. (Approx. 12 miles south of Grand Rapes' ADMISSION: $2 00 CHILDREN UNDER 10 FREE Farm Toys. Trucks. Construction & Race Cars BUY-SELL-TRADE SATURDAY. OCT. 18, 20039:00 a.m. • 2:00 p.m. Tz* For Show Info. Contact Tony Gnnage 5647-84th Street Caledonia. Ml 49316 • (616) 891-8542 Parts Dealer Available Burkholder s M>d-West Parts & Deeds Dncsons From south or north 131 Ute Ex* 72 east on 100th Street (approx 8mtesitohrgh school From (-96 Ute Lo*te Ex* (*52K go south on M-50 (Aiten Nash Rd | to 84»» St Be smart like Dave. Call 1-866 Go Charter! (1 -866-462-4278) Hurry! Offer ends November 1. 2003! www charter com/valuebook: ^..Qhw.’®r �Page 8/The Sun and News, Middleville. October 14, 2003 The Octogenarian luncheon was a success The Octogenarian luncheon sponsored by the United Methodist Women has been held for more than 50 years. The women weren’t about to let a little thing like church construction keep them from this annual celebration. With the help of Carveth Village the luncheon served a more than 150 diners. About 100 were over 80 years of age. with many over 90. There were lots of smiles. More than 60 of the residents of Carveth Village are hail and hearty and older than 80 Middleville Rotary plans dinner The Middleville Rotary Club will host its annual scholarship dinner on Friday, Oct. 17. All you can eat spaghetti will be served from 4:30 to 7 p.m. in the cafeteria of In memory of Chuck Jones Nov. 19. 1932 - Oct. 18. 2002 A million times we've needed you. To hear your voice. to sec your smile, A million times we've cried; To sit and talk with you a while; If love alone could have saved you. To be with you the same old way You never would have died. Would be our fondest day. If all the world was ours to give. A heart of gold slopped beating. We would give it. yes. and more; Two smiling eyes closed to rest; To see you coming up the steps God broke our hearb to prove to us And walking through the door. He only takes the best. Thornapple Kellogg High School. The final home game of the football season will begin at 7 p.m. Dinner chairperson Eldon Newmyer invites every­ one to stop by and enjoy spaghetti and pie before the game. “Even the fans of our rivals from Caledonia should stop by for one of the best rund raising dinners around,” he says. Thornapple Kellogg fami­ lies get a special deal. Children 12 and under eat free when accompanied by an adult who buys a $5 ticket. Tickets are available at the door The Octogenarian Luncheon was a great time to catch up on the news. Entertainment was provided by the Nashville 5 Plus. TK senior parents to meet Oct. 20 Medical Assistant / Nurse Busy Family Practice Office is looking for MA/Nurse to work 3-4 days week. Flexible hours and The next Thomapple Kellogg High School Senior Party 2004 parents’ meeting will be held at 7 p.m. Monday, Oct. 20, at the high school in room 305. Contacts for the committee are Diane Stover at (269) 945-1989 and Sherry Klunder(269) 795-9932. - ROom FREE 3SYSTEM! Pay just $49.99 and receive a $49 99 credit on your 1st bill, making the three-OISH 301 satellite TV system �The Sun and News. Middleville. October 14. 2003/ Page 9 TK Class of ’05 parents to meet Plans already are being made for the senior gradua­ tion overnight party for Thomapple Kellogg High School’s Class of 2005. Parents of this year’s cur­ rent junior class are encour­ aged to attend a meeting at 7 p.m. Tuesday. Oct 21. in Mrs. Young s kindergarten classroom at McFall Elementary. Parents of the Class of 2005 will review accounts and discuss future mailings for the next installment of the fund to support the post­ graduation party. A table will be set up dur­ ing the Thomapple Kellogg High School parent-teacher conferences on Wednesday and Thursday. Nov. 5 and 6. The group w ill answer ques­ tions and collect junior year payments for the Class of 2005 For more information, call Wanita Huizenga at (269) 795-9935.________________ Can 945-9554 for Sun & News classified ads Real Estate For Your World*'1 Caledonia *9175 Cherrv Valiev First graders visit Carveth Village First graders from McFall Elementary school are continuing their tradition of visit­ ing the residents of Carveth Village. Her students are playing a math game with their funds 891-8980 Pearson-Cook Meet our staff... Staff Writer The Caledonia chapter of the FFA will have its annual FFA Farm Toy Show from 9 a m. to 2 p.m. Saturday, Oct. 18. at the Caledonia High School, 9757 Duncan Lake Road "(The FFA chapter) raises money (with this occasion) to send tome of the members to national convention and other events." said Tony Grinage. show coordinator with Al Steeby. Steeby is a CHS teacher as well as the FFA Advisor. Grinagc is a former FFAer and CHS graduate. Just what can be found at a farm toy show? "We have approximately 16 to 20 vendors." said Grinagc. "There’ll be farm toys. NASCAR collectibles, construction toys and col­ lectibles. semi-collectibles and parts dealers for toys (mostly farm toys)." According to Grinage. Burkholders Midwest Parts & Decals is a parts dealer that will be at the show. Mart Delger. who specializes in John Deere toys will be there, along with Mary's Stitch & Toys (1/64 scale semis) and Rande Wick, who carries pre­ cision toys and collector model toys. 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(MLS4471XM6) Davf Pratt till-0114 �Page 10/The Sun and News, Middleville, October 14, 2003 MiddlevilleMethodist continues outreach despite construction Anyone who has driven past the Middleville United Methodist Church recently has been shocked to see the roof off, scaffolding up and the sign announcing that services are being held at the Parmalee Methodist Church. However, the construction has not deterred the enthusiasm of church members from reaching out to the communi- Parishioners have taken time to leave messages on the under floor of the sanctu­ ary. This year of construction means no soup suppers or bazaars and everyone is This past June, a group of worshipping in the Parmalee Methodist Church but the spirit of shared beliefs, and church members who traveled perseverance is helping everyone. Members of the church have remembered birth­ to Russia on a mission trip will days. baptisms, friends and families with their drawings and messages. talk about it at both the 9:30 Oct. 19. at the Parmalee and 11 a m. services Sunday. Methodist Church. ty. New walls are going up as the Middleville United Methodist Church expands. I FREE I I MARKET mith iamond I ANALYSIS I OFFICE I 8980 N. RODGERS DR., CALEDONIA, Ml 891-2222 I HASTINGS I I Sharp Cape Cod on I about 3/4 acre is only I four years old and I shows like new. Four I very spacious bed­ I rooms,, including a I main level master suite I with private bath. Total I of 3 1/2 baths. The finished walkout/daylight basement features a large wet I bar. Outbuilding measures 24 x30'. I Call John or Mary Kay McCleve to see this beautiful home. I 891-2222, x233 I fQy Smith-Diamond Realtors*1 I Toll Free 1-888-891-0107 I Elizabeth Belson • Mark McCleve • Dave Vanderwoude I •• Sharon Emerson • Deanna McCulfor • Ted VanDuinen I • Lois Heckman • Ryan Ogle • Cathy Wilderotter • Karen Ohlrich • Lynn Ware I • Lorna Saladino Hulllnger • Debra Lampani • Ron Prins • Joy Wolbers I • John McCleve • Ron Richards • Sam Wright I • Mary Kay McCleve • Sarah Saines • Wendy Zandstra I S -D I I I I I I I I I I I I I I I I I I I I I I I I I I I I I Refreshments will be served between services. In addition, the group will hold a third presentation that evening at 6 p.m. at the Middleville Christian Reformed Church on Main Street. Refreshments will be served. The group will share their experiences of the trip using music, slides and video. Cheryl Cravero says. “It was an amazing journey that meted us into a ‘family’ stronger than we ever imagined." Mike Bremer, who also was on the trip said, “everyone is invited to this presentation. They don’t need to be Methodists to attend the morn­ ing presentations or members of the Christian Reformed Church to attend in the evening. We are inviting everyone to share our discov­ eries.” The front of the United Methodist Church of Middleville is covered in scaffolding. The stained glass windows are protect­ ed by plywood on the inside. SERVING OUR COUNTRY Jessica L. Stortz Army Reserve Pvt. Jessica L. Stortz has graduated from basic combat training at Fort Jackson, Columbia, S.C. During the nine weeks of training, the soldier studied the Army mission, history, tradition and core values, physical fitness, and received "Reserve Your Peace of Mind" instruction and practice in basic combat skills, military weapons, chemical warfare and bayonet training, drill and ceremony, marching, rifle marksmanship, armed and unarmed combat, map reading, field tactics, mili­ tary courtesy, military justice system, basic first aid, foot marches, and field training exercises. 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Today's "retirees' are open ing their own businesses, consulting, traveling, volun­ teering. taking classes - basi­ cally doing whatever they want. They're finding that retirement is enjoyable - and lengthy. In fact, your retire­ ment may last a lot longer than you'd think - so you’d better be prepared financial­ ly Just how many years can you expect to spend as a retiree? The answer depends on many factors: the age at which you retire, your health, your family history of longevity, etc. However, if you're interested in averages, consider these figures from the National Center for Health Statistics: At age 65. the typical American woman can expect to live another 19.2 years; for men. the cor­ responding figure is 16.3 years. And remember, these figures are averages, which means a lot of 65-year-olds are easily spending 20 or more years in retirement. If you find these figures surprising, you’re not alone. According to a recent survey by the American Education Savings Council, only 23 percent of respondents, whose ages ranged from 56 to 65, identified longevity risk - the danger of outliving financial resources - as the top financial threat faced by retirees. How can you try to avoid running low on money dur­ ing your later retirement years? Here are a few sug­ gestions. • Determine how much you'll need - Clearly, some people plan on more expen­ sive retirements than others. Your neighbors may be thinking of retiring early and traveling extensively, while you’d like to stick close to home, extend your career as long as possible and then do some consulting. But what­ ever your vision for retire­ ment. you'll need to set a ’price tag" for it. It will be an estimate, and it may well change later on. but it's a starting point on which you can base your savings and investment strategies. Identify your sources of retirement income - After you know about how much you'll need during retire­ ment. your next step is to determine where the money will come from. Consider your IRA. 401(k). Social Security, savings and invest­ ments - everything. Try to calculate how much you can expect from these sources, given the years you have until retirement, the various rates of return you might receive, possible earned income, etc. • Address potential "gaps" After reviewing your resources for retirement, you may identify "gaps” - areas in which you could be doing more. For example, are you contributing the maximum amount to your IRA.’ Are you increasing your 401(k) contributions as your salary goes up? Do you have a suf­ ficient percentage of growthoriented investments in your portfolio? 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(Directions: M-37 1 12 miles west of counts fairgrounds. QIC SPECIALS. 0151 nw HOURS: Monday-Friday 9 a.m.-8 p.m.; Saturday 9 a.m.-5 p.m. P.O. Box 159, 4652 North M-37 Highway ____ Middleville, Michigan 49333 • 269-795-7936 00573411 �Page 12/The Sun and News. Middleville. October 14. 2003 Caledonia Homecoming, continued from page 1 Caledonia Choralaires, both past and present, gath­ ered together at the beginning of the game to sing The Star Spangled Banner. Picture perfect. Leslie Curtis wasn’t available for the homecoming court pictures for last week’s addition of the Sun and News. She and Jeff Donnell are the fresh­ man representatives Denny and Mary Schneider were chosen by the stu­ dent council to serve as Homecoming Grand Marshal's. Denny has been CHS’s Campus Safety Director for the past seven years. The Schneider’s have lived in Caledonia for the past 30 years. Pat Anglemyer and Katie Meyer represent Caledonia High School’s FFA chapter well during the Homecoming festivities. Caledonia Cheerleaders support their team to a resounding victory against Holland Christian Bagpiping the ‘big guy’ into the stadium. Mr. Ken VanBree was chosen as this year’s Caledonia Education Foundation's Honored Alumnus. VanBree graduated from Caledonia in 1963. It seems that his stint with the Electronics Club helped him decide to become an electrical engineer. VanBree still supports the district with scholarships to Caledonia students. Although the juniors (shown here) lost to the seniors in this year's Powder Puff competition, they both played well with a score of 8 to 6. The sophomore’s took the championship this year for the "If only the Maroons were Human" float. The juniors took the award for the float which best fit the theme of "Hollywood - a Night Among the Stars." The sopho­ mores won highest points for creativity, the seniors earned the highest points for overall appearance and the spirit plaque was awarded to the freshman class. Christopher J. Hier, D.D.S. 616-891-1240 General Dentistry for Children & Adults — NEW PATIENTS WELCOME — Early Morning & Evening Appointments Available Conveniently located on M-37 in Caledonia (Right on the uay to orfrom work) Quality dental care in a relaxed and friendly atmosphere. Your Smile The First Thing People See! DECA representatives Abe Mulvihill and Carrie Reed soak up a little of the spot light during the Homecoming Half-time show. �The Sun and News. Middleville. October 14, 2003/ Page 13 �Page 14/The Sun and News, Middleville, October 14, 2003 Harvest Fest, Quilt Show planned at Bowens Mills Historic Bowens Mills will complete the ’It’s Cider Time Festivals’ series, with a Harvest Festival and Quilt & Art Show from noon to 5 p.m. Saturday and Sunday. Oct. 18 and 19. The festival will have an old-fashioned country fair atmosphere, along with cider making, mill tours, free horse-drawn wagon rides, music, and hot apple dumplings. The Harvest Festival week­ end will include a old-fash­ ioned ham yard horse pull at 2 p.m Saturday. Participation is open to anyone who has draft horses or mules. People with steam or gasoline engines, old-fashioned farm machinery, antique tractors, and various kinds of farm implements from days gone by arc welcome to display. The annual quilt show will take place in the Gathering Place. Quilts will be on dis­ play in the balconies over­ looking the main hall. Those interested in displaying quilts should have them in by 4 p.m. Friday. The first annual art show will feature artists at work and displays that will fill the main hall, along with 12 bcxrths containing work for sale. Artistsintcrested need to register ahead of time. For a Horse-drawn rides are available at Bowens Mills. CALEDONIA TOWNSHIP Owen Sabin pressing cider on the antique press. registration form, call 269795-7530 or visit www.BowcnsMills.com. Large Belgian horses will be on hand for wagon ride color tours of the mill grounds. Pumpkins, gourds, apples and fall crafts will be for sale. Costumed craftsmen, including spinners, black­ smiths and woodworkers, will demonstrate and sell their works nearby. The farm animals will be on hand for children to enjoy. The last cider pressing demonstrations of the season will take place thoughout the day. both Saturday and Sunday. The gigantic old NOTICE VILLAGE OF CALEDONIA KENT COUNTY, MICHIGAN FILING DEADLINE FOR CANDIDATES FOR VILLAGE OFFICES A Candidate who wishes to seek a non-partisan position on the Caledonia Village Council must file a nominating petition and an Affidavit of Identity no later than 4:00 p.m. on Tuesday, November 25, 2003. The minimum number of signatures required is 6 with a maximum of 20. The Primary will be held on February 16, 2004, if needed, and the General Election will be held on March 8, 2004. The offices of Village President, a two-year term, and 3 four-year term Trustee positions will be filled along with an additional two-year Trustee term. Petitions and Affidavit forms can be obtained at the Caledonia village office, 250 S. Maple Street, Caledonia, Michigan Office hours are Monday through Thursday. 8:30 a m to 3:30 p m Sandy Ayers Village Clerk maisms Historic Bowens Mills, an 1864 cider and grist mill, is privately owned and receives no state funding. The restora­ tions and upkeep depend on "It's Cider Time" festivals gate fees, special events and donations. The "It's Cider Time Festival" gate fee for adults is $5. children 5 to 15 years old is $2. Bowens Mills is located in the heart of Yankee Springs Township, two miles north of Yankee Springs (Gun Lake) State Park. For more informa­ tion. visit the website at www.BowensMills.com or call 795-7530._____________ cider press, which dates back to the 1800s. was moved to the mill in 1902. Old-timers tell how it was when horses were lined all the way back into town, waiting their turn at the press. Today the second genera­ tion of millers. Owen and Carleen Sabin, take their turn, offering the sights and sips of cidering through the fall har­ vest festival time at the old mill. The 12-foot-tall press takes half an hour to press 100 gal­ lons of cider from 35 bushels of apples. It is powered by water from the mill pond, which originates at Barlow Lake, then passes through the mill and continues to Payne Creek and then to Payne Lake, eventually emptying into Gun Lake. A complex mixture of gears, pulleys, and belts rum­ ble, clank and rattle overhead as a water-powered conveyor belt that marches apples toward a giant, knife-filled hopper; the fruit is chopped into a huge apple salad. As every five bushels are processed, workers tuck them inside a cotton cloth to keep the skin and pulp inside. Up to seven layers consisting of five bushels can be piled on top of each other for a press­ ing. After the layers are stacked up. the miller cranks a gear, to move the apple pulp underneath the press. Then it is a simple matter of waiting for the water pumps to build up 50 tons of pressure inside CHARTER TOWNSHIP OF CALEDONIA Jim Harvey at Granny's Kitchen having a hot apple dumpling. the water hydraulic press to squeeze every last drop of cider from the apples. “A tasty cider requires a mixture of apples," Bowens Mills co-owner carleen Sabin said. “The best mixture would be some tart apples with some sweet apples and some acidy apples. Such a mixture could be Mackintosh, some Spy, and some Red Delicious. Some people even add pears to the press to give the cider a bit of a bite. This year because of a dry summer the cider has been very sweet right from the first pressing.” The 19-acre pioneer park consists of an 1840s twostory plank-style house, an 1850s one-room school house, and an 11-room Victorian house built by the Bowens family in the 1860s. A post and beam bam is home to the Belgian draft horses along with other farm ani­ mals. A quaint covered bridge crosses the old mill stream to where visitors can see the 17foot water wheel. The mill was built in 1864 and is a Michigan State Historic Site. Its mission is to preserve the history of days gone by for future generations to learn from and enjoy. The four-story mill’s main floor houses a working water­ powered cider and grist mill along with a museum. There is a blacksmith shop and water-powered machine shop on the lower level. The third floor has been transformed into living quarters. The top floor was used for grain stor­ age and still has pulleys, gears and old milling equip­ ment. Historic Bowens Mills is a family owned and operated historical park. The goal of the second generation owners of the mill is the same as their parents before them. Carleen Sabin said it is “to continue not only to preserve the history of Yankee Springs and Barry County, but to por­ tray an image in the minds and eyes of all those who go there; to give each one who visits a glimpse of the past, with the sights, sounds, and smells of the history that lies behind us, so that this genera­ tion can see and feel what those before us experienced, once upon a time. “Bowens Mills is a place beside the still waters of an old mill pond, away from the hustle and bustle of the busy world around us today, a place to take a step back in time, to that of the days of the 1800s and specific times thereafter MEETING NOTICE A Regular Meeting of the Charter Township of Caledonia Board of Trustees will be held beginning at 7<X) pm. on Wednesday. October 15, 2003, at the Caledonia Township/Village Hall. 250 Maple Street. Caledonia, Michigan NOTE Individuals with cksabth ties may request auxiliary aids and services for the meeting by contacting the Township Clerh at (616) 891-0070 TENTATIVE AGENDA 1. CALL TO ORDER/ROLL CALL. 2. PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE . AND INVOCATION 3. CONSIDERATION OF THE MEETING AGENDA 4. PUBLIC COMMENT (2 MINUTES). 5. APPROVAL OF CONSENT AGENDA A Minutes of the October 1. 2003 Meeting B Correspondence Not requir­ ing Board Action C Approval to Pay Bills D. Treasurer s Report E Utilities Report FBuilding Department Report G. Fire Department Report. H. Zoning Administration Report I. 1st Reading - Amendments to Zoning Ordinance In Districts R-1, R-2 & R-3 6. INQUIRY OF CONFLICT OF INTEREST. 7. REPORT FROM BOARD OFFICERS AND STAFF. 8. CORRESPONDENCE. 9. UNFINISHED BUSINESS. A. Adoption of 2004 Proposed Budget 10. NEW BUSINESS. A. Public Hearing 7:30 p m. For Special Assessment District B Public Hearing 7:35 p m For Special Assessment District Roll. C. Consider Special Assess­ ment Resolution No 2. D. Consider Motion to Schedule Sale of Bonds Nov 5, 2003 E. Consider Resolution to Authorize Advance and Reimbursemet for Township Water System Improve­ ments 11. BOARD COMMENTS. 12. PUBLIC COMMENT (EXTENDED 5 MINUTES) 13. ADJOURNMENT. COUNTY OF KENT, MICHIGAN PUBLIC NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that on November 3. 2003. at 7:00 p.m toe Planning Commission of the Charter Township of Caledonia wii hold a pubic hearing at toe Caledonia Township and Village HaM. 250 South Maple Street Caledonia. Michigan concerning toe applica­ tion of T&M Partners. LLC. to rezone land from an A. Agricultural District to a Planned Unit Development (PUD) Dtstnct (smgte family residential site condomrMjm). on land commonly known as 9462 Whitneyvdie Ave S E and legally oescnoeC as S 1/2 NE 1/4 EX COM AT INT OF W LINE OF WHITNEYVlLLE AVE & N 1/8 LINE TH W 208 5 FT TH S 208 5 FT TH E TO W LINE OF SO HW TH NWLY ALONG SO HWY LINE TO BEG ALSO E 16 A OF SE 1/4 NW 1 4 ‘ SEC 26 T5N RlOW 90 64 A All interested persons may attend toe pubic hearing and comment upon the proposed rezoning Written comments may be submitted to toe Townstap office, an the above stated address up to the time of the pubic hearing Dated October 14. 2003 October 28. 2003 06673743 PLANNING COMMISSION OF THE CHARTER TOWNSHIP OF CALEDONIA Hastings City Bank Here For You Sime 1886 BANK OPERATIONS Hastings City Bank is looking for an experienced Operations Officer to join our team. Wc are a community bank established in 1886 and are dedicated to providing outstanding customer service. This service oriented position manages the back office operational functions of the organization Resonsibilities include management of operations staff, bank-wide operating procedures, and man­ agement of core banking system. Experience in bank operations management is required We offer a competiuse salary and benefit package Submit resume with salary history to: Human Resources Department Hastings City Bank 150 W Court St Hastings, MI 49058 ______ * v_____________ �The Sun and News. Middleville. October 14. 2003/ Page 15 Jousma’s sand mining to end, other renewed by Ruth Zachary Staff Writer The Caledonia Township Planning Commission Oct. 6 cautiously recommended approval of renewal of an old Permitted Mining Removal request brought by the Jousma/DenHartigh opera­ tion. The request had three parts, first to separate an old PMR, which in 1990 Joined that of Gordon Jousma and another owned by John and Peter Den Hartigh. in order to renew the DenHartigh three-year permit and to allow Jousma to discontinue operations on his part of the PMR Caledonia Township Planner-Manager Dave Zylstra said he did not believe that approval of the discontinuance of the mining operation would absolve Jousma from the obligation of completing reclamation requirements. Zylstra said this was the first time in Caledonia Township that a PMR operation had come to a conclusion, which he said was a positive historic event. The original PMR request was brought in 1986, with the mine merged around 1995 after the drafting of the township ordinance affecting PM Rs in 1990. The ordi­ nance sets a 15-ycar maxi­ mum on an active mining operation, with three-year renewals and verification of compliance with ordinance requirements by the enforce­ ment officer and the town­ ship engineer. Certification was provided The DenHartigh PMR off 68th Street will continue. The Planning Commission approved the extension of the permit based on certifica­ tion. and it would be able to continue through Dec. 17, 2005. The permit expired in 2002. and the operation was allowed to continue pending an application, because of delays by township failure and not DenHartigh’s. A site plan designating the two parcels of the PMR to be removed was provided by Jousma, one with a home on it. One parcel was still planned for sand removal, but the amount, at 4.000 cubic yards total, is less than the 5.000 cubic yards permit­ ted by any other property owner without a permit. Planning commissioners were concerned that the reclamation plan on the Jousma property be in com­ pliance with all ordinance requirements before approv­ ing the phase-out of the min­ ing operation. Jousma claimed that reclamation had already been done on all parts of the property except the area where material was yet to be removed. Jousma said the remaining sand still to be removed, is to be used on nearby farm oper­ ations He said he would like this to occur soon, so he could request a low er assess­ ment of the property for taxes. He said the sand was highly taxed. Commissioner Wally Bujak said he thought a detailed check was needed to verify enough topsoil had been replaced, that slopes from neighboring property boundaries were as pre­ scribed at a one on three grade, etc. He said a 30-foot encroachment on the setback next to a neighbor’s property had yet to be addressed. Some believed verification was already provided by Wilcox Engineering. Planning Commission Chairman Archie Warner said details, such as trees, topsoil depths, as well as water tables and monitoring wells should be certified by the zoning enforcement offi­ cer and the township engi­ neer. as a contingency for approval, and release of the securing the PMR A bond is posted by Jousma, which is not to be released until the reclama­ tion plan and execution is certified to be in compliance. Full reclamation cannot be completed until final removal, though it was not certain if this included the remaining 4000 cubic yards of dirt. The Hanning Commission ultimately cannot enforce the contingencies it requires, but Warner asked that the final dispensation be reported to commissioners upon com­ pletion. Township Board member Wally Bujak said the compli­ ance to the reclamation plan of this PMR would set the pattern for future PMR clo­ sures and was extremely important. In other business: • The commission recom­ mended the Township Board add a five-year sunset clause to an ordinance affecting undersized lots in districts R1, R 2 and R-3. The commission had pre­ viously removed a grandfa­ ther clause which would mean owners could not build on 30 affected parcels with­ out going for a variance to allow a given structure, but the board asked for the ordi­ nance to remain as it was in 1975. A survey of the 30 parcel owners could determine if and how many are interested in building on their lots. If the board approves the sunset clause, the owners would have five years to decide how to use their prop­ erties, whether to combine with other lots for a (lower) reassessment of tax value or whether to build on them during that time. After five years the owners would still have the variance option as a recourse. • In a report by board member Wally Bujak. it was explained bonds for the $2.65 million utility project had not yet been sold. Delay of the sale of the bonds will further delay projects which are part of the total plan, such as the Cherry Valley development and Lepard Park which is causing delays to these developers who can­ not really afford to miss the construction season to get the w ork done One of the controversial aspects of drafting the plan was that many of these small projects did not really have to be tied to the bond sale, as financing would be secured by utility assessments within those districts, and utility construction costs would be paid for by residents there. Meanwhile, the Garden Grove part of the total proj­ ect is already under way. PUBLIC HEARING NOTICE Please be advised the Village of Middleville Planning Commission will hold a public hearing on Tuesday. November 4. 2003, commencing at 7:00 p m in Village offices. 100 E Main Street, Middleville, Michigan. The purpose of this hear ing will be to consider a petition to rezone land at 215 Broadway (parcel #08-41 058-018-00) from R-2 Medium Density Single Family Residential District to C-2 Highway Commercial District The subject parcel is currently vacant and contains 2 acres of land more or less Any interested person may attend the public hearing and offer comments on the requested zoning district change or may write to the Planning Commission at the address noted above Village of Middleville Planning Commission 08573612 Ray Peters Secretary Man missing from Caledonia Township foster care home Kent County Sheriff’s authorities are looking for an 8()-year-old man missing from a foster care home in Caledonia Township. At 11:47 a.m. Friday, offi­ cers were called to the 6300 block of Whitneyville Avenue SE to assist in locat­ ing this person. Jack Sanborn, 80, was last seen wearing a black plaid shirt, black vest and a dark blue ball cap. He was carry­ ing a brown colored jacket with him. He stands about 56, and weighs 160 pounds. He has gray hair and a mustache. At times he has wom a patch over one eye. Sanborn once lived on Aztec Street in Cutlerville and may be heading back to that area. Deputies ask any­ one having contact with Sanborn to call the sheriffT s department dispatch center at 336-3113. FREE INCOME TAX REVIEW Ever wondered if it was possible to save a few more tax dollars? Has your current tax preparer lost touch with your situation? If the answer to either question is yes, maybe it’s time to address the situation. The time for prudent tax planning is now. We invite you to bring in your three prior income tax returns and we’ll be happy to see if we can find additional savings. With nine accountants, including five CPAs, we’re more than capable of handling the most complex of tax situations. Please call today to schedule your free income tax review. This offer expires November 30, 2003. Be sure to visit our website at www.mckeownkraaicpa.com to check out our latest tax tips and articles. You will also find a variety of use­ ful calculators and links. 500 Edward Street P.O. Box 277 Middleville, MI 49333-0277 (269) 795-7927; Fax (269) 795-2545 In Grand Rapids (616) 454-9242 �Page 16/The Sun and News. MkJdtevilte, October 14, 2003 TK SCHOOL LUNCH MENU Wednesday. October 15 Breakfast for lunch. Silver dollar pancakes w/sausage and eggs or ham and cheese on a bun. potato rounds, juice box. Thursday. October 16 Spaghetti w/meat sauce and garlic toast or chicken sandwich on bun. cole slaw, applesauce, milk. Friday. October 17 Pizza or fish sticks, peas, fresh orange slices, milk Monday. October 20 Ravioli w/cheese or hot dog on a bun. seasoned green beans, pineapple milk Tuesday. October 21 Pizza burger on a bun or meat and cheese sub. french fries, pears, milk. Elementary open houses give glimpse of new additions Open houses allow parents and children to explore the new additions at the ele­ mentary level. This compass sets the tone of welcome at Lee. The fish tank and dis­ play case will return soon. Local woman joins Tastefully Simple Reach over 11,000 area homes with an ad in the Sun & News. Call 945-9554 to place your ad today. 117 AM) STILL SLVGLEO There is a new computer lab at Page Hastings City Bank Local Banking... IakuI Commitment... For You and For (>ur Communities Hastings .Middleville Bellevue Vaslnilk 269-9454401 269-795-3338 269-763-9418 517-852-0790 Caledonia 61(>89UX)10 Wayland 369-792-6201 YOUR ONE STOP WATER STORE Shannon Mae Donald of Middleville recently became a consultant for Tastefully Simple Inc., a national direct sales company based in Alexandria. Minn. As a consultant. Mac Donald conducts in home presentations of upscale, con­ venience-driven gourmet foods. 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The boys grow some very unusual, very large plants which they name Fluffy (Amy Hooyer) and Stanley (Brenda Vander Ark). Stanley and Fluffy get a real taste for dirty socks as they wreak all kinds of havoc on the boys’ household and school science fair. It’s up to the boys to figure out some way for mom (Jayne Werner) and dad (Dan Willoughby) to let them keep their new­ found friends. The rest of the cast includes Pat Jenkins (Emily Martinez), Mrs. Leedy (Mary Ann Heinen), Kim Christopher, the reporter (Carole Rahn) and the TV cameraper­ son (Sarah Worcester). The play is directed by Steve Vander Ark and produced by Sherry’ Crawford. Tom Kaechele is technical director. Darlene Goode on makeup, Amy Hooyer with costumes and Brenda Vander Ark with props. Tickets are $3.50 for the one hour show. Reserved seat tickets are available at the Caledonia Resource Center. Call 616-8918117 for further details and ticket information. The production just might “knock your socks off.” Rose VanderBand retires (almost) Rose VanderBand will be on hand Saturday, Oct. 18 from 9 a m. until 1 p.m. to meet with her friends and clients at Pharmacy Care’s new location just a few steps down from their previous location next to the Middleville Marketplace. VanderBand is retiring but will still be available when needed from her position as a pharmacist. Pharmacy Care manager Brian Swartz invites everyone to bring their “favorite Rose story” to share on Saturday. This is the kick-off for the grand opening of the new location. Swartz will be offering specials during the week of Oct. 20-26. “We think pharmacy week is a great way to introduce the new location.” Rotary celebrates members The members of the Middleville Rotary Club are get­ ting a chance to leam about each other this year. Members will present short programs on themselves through the year, noting their interests, accomplish­ ments and goals. Pictured here is Bob Bender who gave a brief talk on his political experiences. GET MORE NEWS! Subscribe to the Hastings Banner. Cail 945-9554 for more information. THORNAPPLE AREA j ENRICHMENT FOUNDATION Our Hometown Charitable Organization MISSION: To enrich and enhance the quality of life in the Thornapple Area by acting as a leader and catalyst in the evolving needs of the community. For scholarship and charitable gift information, please write to: P.O. Box 164 Middleville. Michigan 49333-0164 tktaeftg'hotmail.com Dig A Tree Transplanting offers trees professionally planted with spade trucks. 7 to 12 Foot Big Beautiful Spruce at $135.00 Your Hometown Full Service Garden Center! Creek Mom and Dad aren’t too happy about the antics taking place at their house with Michael, Norman, Stanley and Fluffy. e GROWERS Just West Off M-37 10197 Garbow Rd., Middleville HOURS: Monday-Saturday 9:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m. Indian Corn FALL CLEAN-UP TIME Rakes - Leaf Bogs - Lawn Control fa Gnjbs - Bird Feeder & Brd Food Perennial Sale Going On How! Phone: 269-795-7674 Floral Shop 269-795-0239 (within 7 miles of light in Middledlie, greater distance call for price) Stop in and see our newly expanded Floral Shop Available: Colorado Blue, Black Hill & White Spruce. Grown on the farm from seedlings, state inspected yearly. - You may pick out your own trees - 269-795-2232 Don’t forget. Boss’ Day Oct. 10” Sweetest Day Oct. 18 Dig A Tree Transplanting i..L.c �Page 18/The Sun and News. Middleville. October 14. 2003 Scots make home in Maroon end zone during homecoming Ciera and Tom Ward shared some of their Odyssey of the Mind experiences with assistant superintendent Pat Koeze. Several recent meetings on OM and the Midwest Talent Search have raised parent interest. Gifted students may join ‘Midwest Talent Search’ by Patricia Johns Staff Writer In an era of declining budgets for programs for gifted students, the Thomapple Kellogg school district is making an effort to reach out to parents to find ways to encourage the brightest students. A recent meeting intro­ duced parents to the “Midwest Talent Search." which provides a way to identify some of the bright­ est students through above grade level testing. Assistant Superintendent Patricia Koeze also discussed the program for students in lLELMaL Li Family. Dentistry ChrinnjihenA. Tjnmnyk DPS. Accepting New Pmiems G’c/z/Zc Office Hours: Mon-Fri by appointment Emergency Patients Welcome General Dentistry, Oral Surgery, Root Canals We participate with Delta. BlueCrossBlueShield. Healthy Kids, and Mi Child i g 269 945-5656 1127 West State Street, Hastings Ml Cl, I Li.L L D grades 3 through 5. A roomful of parents asked questions about which test, the ACT or SAT. was more appropriate for middle school age students Parents also discussed some of the opportunities students have to attend spe­ cial camps and programs. This year the Odyssey of the Mind extra curricular program also is expanding. The district introduced par­ ents to the program at a meeting Sept. 30. A second meeting al 3 p.m. Thursday, Oct. 16, at Page Elementary School is being held to deter­ mine the final number of teams. The deadline for enrolling for the Midwest Talent Search is in November. For more information about either this program or Odyssey of the Mind, call Koeze at 795-3313. DON'T JUST READ ACTION - ADVENTURE NOVELS. LIVE THEM. Sit Sul u.w * Royal Cakibseks Vacation 4/5 s249 WESTEBW CABIB8EA" WESTEKW CAKIBBEAN 7 s499 s339 s749 s599 Everything went by the book for the Caledonia varsi­ ty football team on Friday night. It was a perfect night for homecoming, and the Scots played a near-perfect game in topping the visiting Holland Christian Maroons 64-14. “You probably couldn't script a better homecoming night." said Caledonia coach Tom BurrilL “Everybody we put in played well. All our extra guys saw time. Everything fell our way." The Scots scored on their first five possessions to take a 34-0 lead in the second quar­ ter. Angel Castillo started the scoring for the Scots on a 15yard TD run, and Trent VanHaitsma kicked the first of his eight extra points to put Caledonia up 7-0. Doug Birch added a 5-yard TD run in the first quarter, then it was Jim Haisma scoring on a 52-yard pass from Brad Laninga. Haisma then scored on a 4yard run in the second quar­ ter. Castillo scored for the second time on a 17-yard run. and it was 34-0 at half-time. The Scots totaled 348 yards rushing on the night, and 93 through the air. Meanwhile the Maroon offense struggled to move the ball in the first half. Holland Christian managed 210 yards passing, but ran the ball for 26 yards. The Maroons did manage to score first in the second half, but Caledonia would tally the next two scores on a 7-yard run by Birch, and a 6yard run by Mike Mesecar. After a Holland Christian TD early in the fourth quarter the Scots would add points on a 1-yard TD run by Chris Robinson, a 19-yard run by A.J. Coleman, and the defense added two points with a safety. Thomas Spitzley and John Muuse came up big for the Caledonia defense w ith inter­ ceptions in the contest, and the defensive line played extremely well, led by Chad Frisbie and Zach Larson. With the victory the Scots moved to 4-3 on the season, and kept their playoff hopes alive. Caledonid goes for win number five on Friday at Middleville. The Trojans will be looking to clinch a playoff spot with their sixth win against the Scots. Along with tackling well, winning the turnover battle, and playing good on special teams there’s one more thing Bumll thinks his team needs to do to win. “We have to be ready to get smacked in the face." said BurrilL “If we hit them back, we have a gcxxi chance.” Band Boosters plan craft show Oct. 18 Members of the Thomapple Kellogg High School Band Boosters will have their third annual craft show from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. Saturday, Oct. 18, at the high school. Those interested in selling their crafts at the show can call 945-1461 for more infor­ mation or mail a self­ addressed envelope to TK Band Boosters, 1424 Fairview Drive, Hastings, 49058. Information is also available at tkbandboosters@hotmail.com. Here are some of the names of the crafters and what they have to sell: Dorothy Erfourth - beau­ tifully decorated sweat shirts and vests. Majorie Haight - dish towels, toaster covers. Jerry Keller - painted slate and gourds. Ken Langford - tin punch, metal design items. Ray Rickert - wood fur­ niture, knick-knacks. Donna Rousch - floral arrangements, ornaments. Lunch and breakfast will be served by the band stu­ dents. The menu features cinnamon rolls and muffins, sloppy joes, hot dogs, walk­ ing tacos. Band students will be available for assisting to unload vehicles and setup as well as tearing down and car­ rying back out to the vehicles at the end of the day. This is the third annual craft show. The gym and cafeteria will be filled with tempting displays. Athlete of the week have Palma Caledonia Varsity Boys’ Soccer Dave Palma scored both goals last week for the Fighting Scot varsity boys’ soccer team. The first came In a 3-1 loss to South Christian in the opening game of the O-K Gold tournament. Palma s second goal broke a 0-0 tie late against Wyoming Park in the Scots’ 1-0 win in the second match of the tourney. The 4695 Middleville Rd. Lynn Denton M-37, Middleville, Ml Agency 1-800-443-5253 111 N. 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October 14. 2003/ Page 19 Troians and Scots set for soccer showdown Tuesday A 4-2 win by the TK varsi­ ty boys’ soccer team on Thursday over Wayland, and Caledonia’s 1-0 win over Wyoming Park, means that the two squads will meet in Middleville Tuesday night with fifth place in the O-K Gold conference tournament on the line. Game time is set for 6:45 in Middleville. After the conference tour­ nament. the two teams will begin district play next Monday. Middleville will visit Greenville for a 5 p.m. start. Caledonia will host Grand Rapids Christian Monday at 6 p.m. The win­ ners of those two contests would meet Wednesday October 22. at 7:30 in Middleville. In the other district quarter­ final contests Ionia hosts Lowell. and I^akewood will host East Cirand Rapids. TK Round-up The fifth seeded Trojans advanced on the consolation side of the bracket thanks to a hat-trick by Jared Smith in the first half Thursday. Marco Sanchez added a second half goal to pul TK up 4-0, before the Wildcats came back with a quick pair of goals to end the scoring. Mark Mejeur and Phil Vanspronsen each had an assist for TK. and Ryan Fletkc had two. In the opening round. Hastings offense came ready to play on Tuesday against Middleville. Tom Girrbach blasted a shot from the top of the Trojans' box less than four minutes into the game. At the 26:13 mark of the first half. Andrew Vincent dribbled his way around the Trojan defense and knocked it past Middleville keeper Edwin were always a threat.” said Wilkinson Jared Smith worked the ball around, and through the Saxon defense to cut the Saxon lead to 6-2. With 4:32 left in the game. Middleville’s Ryan Weesie rocketed a shot from the top of the Saxon box to make the final 6-3. "That's how it goes here.” said McCrumb. “We’ve lost the last three in a row here. My guys stayed in it and they fought back in it.” C aledonia Round-up The seventh seeded Fighting Scots got a late goal on a beautiful shot by Dave Palma to defeat Wyoming Park Thursday 1 -0. Caledonia continued its strong midfield play, and got great passing from the likes of James Cooley. Sean Morgan. Trent VanHaitsma, and Palma. “It was a very good match against a good club." said Caledonia coach Brian Middleville’s Ryan Weesie (right) races a Forest Hills Broekhuizen. Northern defender along the sideline during a Saturday night contest, October 4. (Photo by Perry Hardin) The defense of Ryan Rodgers. Mark Ward. Phil Gorgas. Jake Casto, and Nick Steiner was outstanding in the shut out effort. in the tournament opener, the Scots were dow ned by the number two seeded South Christian Sailors 3-1. Each team netted one score in a rather lack luster and sloppy first half. Palma w as again the one to find the back of the net for the Scots, as he tied the game at one with a 25-yard shot that found the far comer just over the Sailor keeper. Caledonia was more intent on passing and controlling the ball in the second half, and struggled again to finish. South used its sped to score the game winner on a quick counter attack, and then added an insurance goal on a comer kick that the Scots were unable to clear. The Scots are now 6-10 overall this season. BLACK TOPSOIL’ TK’s Joe Vanspronsen hustles back towards the ball, after being tackled by Hastings Aaron Fortier (left) and Jon Hollister. (Photo by Brett Bremer) TK’s Jared Smith (right) turns away from Hastings’ defender Scott Larsen in Tuesday’s O-K Gold confer­ ence tournament opener. (Photo by Brett Bremer) Cubas. Less than 30 seconds later Vincent assisted Jacob Elliott on the Saxons third goal of the game. Hastings led 3-0 early. “Our offense didn’t really play to their potential, but managed to create a few opportunities and put them away,” said Wilkinson. Middleville cut the Saxon lead to 3-1 with 12:07 left in the first half, when Ryan Weesie assisted Mark Mejeur on a goal. Both Hastings' keeper Scott Allerding and Middleville's Cubas had to be spectacular on a number of occasions throughout the entire contest, and were. Vincent pushed the lead back to three for the hosts, by scoring the first goal of the second half. Cubas couldn't hold his balance at the edge of the Middleville goal box, and stepped over the line. The Saxons were awarded a free kick to the right of the Trojan net, and Vincent fired a shot over everyone into the top. far comer of the net. “They’re good,” said Middleville coach Todd McCrumb of the Saxons. “Vincent is very strong.” “The ones that went in, he (Cubas) couldn’t have stopped. 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(Photo by Brett Bremer) who scored 17 points. TK had four others who scored, each of whom had just one field goal in the contest. Julie Slot led the Scots with 11 points, as they improved their season record to 6-5 overall, with a 4-3 mark in the O-K Gold. While TK struggled on the offensive end, the Scots had ten different girls score in the game. Mindy Bode tossed in eight points, and pulled down 12 rebounds in the contest. Cari Butcher and Amanda Janhdal each added six points for Caledonia. Slot and Butcher knocked down three’s to open the contest and Caledonia never looked back. The Scots had a 12-4 lead at the end of one. and had built the difference up to 16 by half-time. TK has a non-league con­ test at Grand Rapids Baptist on Tuesday night, before opening its second trip through the Gold schedule on Thursday by hosting Holland Christian. The Trojans are 4-7 overall and 1-6 in 0-K Gold play. Caledonia will host Lake wood Tuesday, then begin its second swing through the Gold with a visit from Wyoming Park on Thursday. Wyoming Park is current- Caledonia put on a strong second half charge, cutting away at CC’s 11 point half time lead. Slot led the Scots with 14 points, while Megan Sandtveit added nine. Butcher and Shelby King each added eight points Written Labor Warranty Licensed and Insured RESIDENTIAL ROOFING SPECIALIST Tear-offs & Re-roofs ALL STAR ROOFING Call us for a free Professional Estimate 06572902 (616) 877-4253______ �The Sun and News. Middleville. October 14. 2003/ Page 21 Troian netters close out year with two dual victories The TK varsity girls’ ten­ nis team closed out the regu­ lar season with a pair of dual meet wins. The two wins bumped the Trojan team's season record up to 4-7-1 overall. TK topped it’s old O-K Blue foes from Hamilton on Wednesday, 7-1. Beth Steorts improved her team best individual record to 16-8 by winning 6-1. 6-0 at fourth singles Ixcannc lantinga at sec­ ond singles scored a 6-3,6-1 win. and Molly Jazwinski took a 6-1, 6-1 win at third singles. TK won all four doubles flights, which included a pair of three setters and three tiebreakers between the four matches. Amber Steorts and Tiffany Tietz, scored the most convincing of the four wins by the score of 7-6 (4), 6-1 at first doubles. The second doubles team of Andrea Otto and Sarah Johnson were 4-6, 7-6 (4), 62 winners. At third doubles it was Denise Weeks and Kristin Willemstein winning 7-5, 4-6. 6-2. Caitlin Adams and Tiffany Miller teamed up for a 6-7 (4), 6-1.6-2 win at fourth doubles Hamilton's only victory came at first singles, where the Trojans' Michelle Raetz fell 6-1. 7-5. Raetz was 1212 in her first season at first singles after the move all the way up from fourth doubles In an O-K cross-over match against Sparta on Tuesday, the Trojans took a 6-2 victory . Raetz lost a tough one to the Spartans 7-5. 7-5 at first singles. The Trojans’ only other defeat was a tough in at 22:15, and Natalie Hoag in 22:36 were the final two to score for the Trojans. Aubrey Raymond. Jessika Reil, and Kerrie Schultz also crossed the line before Holland Christian’s top runner. Caitlin Timmer in 24:05. The Trojans' completed the league dual meet season without a blemish on its record, and now is getting ready for the league meet this Wednesday al Johnson Park. After dominating the O-K Blue for years, the Trojans will be looking to earn their Caledonia won its first boys’ varsity golf confer­ ence title since 1986 by blowing past the competi­ tion at Monday’s O-K Gold league meet, then Friday the Scots qualified for a trip to this weekend’s Division II State meet at first O-K Gold title. The TK boys' team didn't have as much luck against Holland Christian. TK fell 19 to 42. Chris Harkness was the first across for TK. fourth overall, in 18:22. Alex Robinson finished in fifth at 19:01. followed by Tim Wilson 11th in 20:34. Andy Dombrowski 12th in 20:37, and Mike Berryman 14th in 2101. The Holland Christian boys were led by Dave Maat in 17:40. Eagle Crest on the campus 349. and Hastings 356. South Christian’s Eric of Eastern Michigan Atsma was the tournament University. The Scots shot a 306 as a medalist. He finished the team to best second place day with a 1-over-par 73. Chase Haslett by four strokes at Middleville's Binder Park Golf Course, VandenBerg was right in the Division II regional behind him with a 74 in on Friday. Abe Mulvihill second place. Chris Leatherman led the led Caledonia, and was the overall medalist with an Scots with a 41, in fifth place overall. Isaac even-par-71. The regional victory Mulvihill scored a 78 to capped of an impressive week for the Scots. The Fighting Scots fin­ ished the O-K Gold regular season with just one loss. Middleville topped the Scots in the final league dual of the year. At Diamond Springs Monday, the Scots edged out Middleville by four strokes to take the conference title. Caledonia finished the day with a team score of 316. ahead of Middleville’s 320. Holland Christian was third with 322, followed by South Christian 330, Wayland 337, Wyoming Park 340, Byron Center JS0S& SETTIN THE PACE • COMPLETE AUTO REPAIR Our save $2s.oo on selected Cooper Tires Discoverer H/T Discoverer A/T 60.000 Mile Treadwear Protection Limited Warranty 50,000 Mite Treadwear Protection Limited Warranty perform. eouafty •*< Discoverer Discoverer S/T straight sets, with Amber Steorts and Tietz gaining a 6-1, 6-4 win at number one. Otto and Johnson winning 63. 6-1 at number two. and Weeks and Willemstein winning 6-0. 6-4 at number three. ^30 Point "Service Check List included in 7-every Visit finish in sixth. Eric Foote medaled in seventh place with an 80. and Loren Crandell finished the round with an 81. The Trojans also had three medalists on the day. Josh Enyart and Brett Knight tied Foote and Wayland s Ken Brenner in seventh place with 80’s. Nicky Roush turned in the Trojan's third score, an 86. Needed is Your vehicle Ready For winter? - COUPON - Starters Alternators Shocks Struts Transmission Service Cooling Systems Minor Tune-Ups Air Conditioning and much more! iNSPO NAPA AUTO CARE CENTER V w inner at number three. Miller and Lia Tandy teamed up at fourth doubles in the tightest doubles match of the afternoon. The pair pulled out a 3-6, 6-2. 6-3 win. The rest of the Trojan's doubles teams won in Caledonia golfers win a pair of titles Trojan girls finish off perfect Gold dual season with big win The Trojan varsity girls’ cross country team ran away with its seventh O-K Gold dual meet victory of the sea­ son last Wednesday, then they topped Holland Christian 50-15. The first eight girls across the line at Johnson Park wore orange and black, led by Rebecca Winchester in 21:01. Also finishing in under 22 minutes for Middleville were Kaleigh Page in 21:20 and Jessica Stortz in 21:32. Chancy Robinson coming one. with Beth Steorts falling 6-4,7-5 at fourth sin­ gles. Lantinga and Jazwinski each picked up straight set victories on the singles side. Lantinga won 6-3, 6-0 at second singles. and Jazwinski was a 6-2, 6-4 Raymond 269-795-3550 MSXer 500 Arlington Street (M-37) - Middleville a Monday - Thursday 8-5:30: Friday 8-5; Saturday 8-1 $2.00 OFF Regular Oil Change V With Coupon • Expires 10/29/03 ., (C -COUPON - $10.00 OFF Transmission Flush With Coupon • Expires 10/29/03 - COUPON - $5.00 OFF coolant Flush <napa> With Coupon • Expires 10/29/03 TMUF » Guaranteed Satisfaction! On Site at Tires 2000! �Page 22/The Sun and News. Middleville October 14, 2003 Extra incentive helps Trojans blast their way past Park IK running back Darrin Tape speeds around the end of the Wyoming Park defense. (Photo by Perry Hardin) A big homecoming crowd helped inspire the Trojan var­ sity football team to a 27-0 victory over visiting Wyoming Park on Friday night. “They were hungry to get back on the win side.” said TK coach Tim Penfield of his team. “They played with more passion.” After a penalty filled early going, where the Trojans appeared to be a little too pumped up, things settled down. On a fourth-and-8 play, TK quarterback Josh Eldridge completed a 28-yard TD pass to David Finkbeiner. and Chris Humphrey’s extra point kick made it 7-0 Trojans. Middleville’s next drive ended on a nice 27-yard Assistant Managers Now taking applications at both the Hastings and Gun Lake McDonalds: • Full time with benefits • Must be at least 18 yrs of age • Need open availability • Experience helpful but not necessary • Apply in person Hastings Gun Lake 1215 W. State St. Hastings, Ml 49058 1515 Patterson Wayland, Ml 49348 Middleville linebacker Andrew Reeder (55) and defen­ sive tackle Layn Welker (right) smother the Viking run­ ning back in the Trojan’s homecoming victory Friday night. (Photo by Perry Hardin) scamper by Darrin Tape to yards. “We had a well rounded, put TK up 14-0 at the half. “We played more well conceived system, and inspired," said Penfield. “We the guys carried out that played a great game defen­ plan,” said Penfield. The Trojan defense was sively. and the offense picked once again dominating. up the pace,” Four different players, Wyoming Park didn’t man­ scored the Trojan's four age its first first down until touchdowns. In the third well into the third quarter. Josh Wolter led the TK quarter. junior Adam Loveless ran the ball in from defense with seven tackles, 17-yards out. then senior and Ben Ybema recorded six. Kyle Farris added a 47-yard TK also forced the Vikings TD run on a trap as TK took into three turnovers. Farris and John Herring each picked its 27-0 lead. TK rushed the ball for 270 up a Wyoming Park fumble, yards on the evening, with and Kurt Bray intercepted a Loveless leading the way. pass. Now the Trojans have a Loveless carried the ball 12 times for 70 yards. Farris had contest ahead with Caledonia. two carries for 64 yards. Tape It will be the final home con­ ran 9 times for 66 yards, and test of the season for the Eldridge ran five times for 52 Trojans, who are 5-2 overall and 4-2 in the O-K Gold. “It’s always a big rivalry,” said Penfield. “You can throw the records out. They have playoff aspirations, and for us, we can secure a spot. It should be a great game." TK can clinch a playoff spot with its sixth win, Caledonia needs to win Friday then pick up a victory in the O-K cross-over contest in the final week of the regu­ lar season to secure six wins. “We’ve still got a few bumps and bruises,” said Penfield, “but by Friday night everybody should be 100-percent and we’ll be ready to go” Scot runners win final double dual of season The Caledonia boys’ and girls’ cross-country teams both finished their O-K Gold Conference dual meet sea­ sons last Wednesday with victories over Byron Center and Hastings. The girls blanked Byron 15-50 and breezed past Hastings because the Saxons BRUCE'S FRAME & ALIGNMENT • Complete Frame Repair • Professional Color Matching Loaner Cars • Front End Alignment • Collision Repair • Glass Repair call... Trojan senior quarterback Josh Eldridge turns his eyes up field in Friday night’s contest against Wyoming Park. (Photo by Perry Hardin) (269) 795-9596 All Makes and Models All Insurances Welcome Bruce Bender 415 2nd Street Middleville did not have enough runners to finish. All of the first five slots against Byron Center were taken by the Scots. One Hastings girl slipped into the top five for the double dual meet. Senior Tricia Miedema had the third fastest girls’ time in the conference this season with a 20:59. She was followed by ever-improving sophomore Kendra Ross in 21:19, Brandi Victory in 22:04, Nikki Muuse in 23:49 and Kendal Parbel in 24:06. The times are deceiving because they were recorded on one of the toughest cours­ es in the area. Johnson Park The beys beat Byron Center 17-40 and Hastings 16*47. Drew O’Malley was first in the double dual overall with a time of 18;)4, fol­ lowed by Kirk Post, second at 18:13; Frank D’Amico, third in 18:31; John Goebel, fourth in 18:56 and Mike Schmidtke 19:09. The conference meet will be run this week and region als will be held on Saturday. 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Attention AARP Members - Additional $500 on Buick Models 2003-2004 Bill Seif Chevrolet Buick NO “DOC FEE” DEALER Monday & Wednesday 8 to 8 , Tuesday, Thursday & Friday 8-6; Saturday 9 - 12:00 GM S M-37 IN HASTINGS - 269-945-2425 1-800-235-2425 www.billseifchevbuick.com dealer Goodwrench Service To qualified buyers See dealer for details � https://barrycountyhistoryportal.org/files/original/25/713/SunandNews_2003-10-21.pdf 6bac896d9c5e966ed4ef734c8f5f634b PDF Text Text Caledonia Township Board approves budget for 2004 by Ruth Zachary Staff Writer The Caledonia Township Board Wednesday approved the 2004 budget presented at a public hearing last month. Though no public com­ ments were made, board members weighed in on the subject Trustee Wally Bujak said he was disappointed on the lack of attendance of board members at the budget work­ shop. He said it had been hard to work through the questions during the ses­ sions. "It is very important." he said. Trustee Richard Robertson questioned sever­ al points. He noted $75,000 was budgeted for legal expenses, but said $90,000 had already been spent in 2003. He said from that. $125,000 could be expected in 2004. Supervisor Bryan Harrison said extra costs were incurred due to legal help drafting updates and ordinance revisions with planning and zoning. Robertson questioned why the Planning Commission budget would not have item­ ized the increased portions. He said he was concerned Caledonia Village takes up cable plans Staff Writer Caledonia Village offi­ cials Oct. 13 commented on plans by the township to set up a cable authority, and agreed to express their wish es to the township by letter. Village President Daryl Penfold said the program­ ming of public meetings was back on the air. Trustee Chuck Audy said he would like to see some clarity about the list of prob­ lems with the equipment pre­ viously mentioned. Penfold said a list of prob­ lems had been shown to him. He had requested informa­ tion about the status of town­ ship plans in September, and a reply from Township Manager Dave Zylstra said equipment, temporarily moved to Emmons Street, has been returned to be stored in the basement of the Township-Village Hall. An independent technician was hired to repair and restore the equipment. Zylstra said. "The township's goal is to have its broadcasting equip­ ment fully operational in the near future "The Township Board has also recently voted to look into the possibility of creat­ ing a separate cable TV authority." Steps for doing this were to be explained by Attorney Jim Brown, who said more questions needed answers first, regarding the partici­ pants in the non-profit endeavor, equipment or financial contributions, fran­ chise fee commitments and more. Input from the village was encouraged. Audy said several allega­ tions of sabotage had been made over several months, and the matter had been investigated by the sheriffs department. A report of these findings had not yet been made. He said the village has stewardship responsibilities over the equipment, as does the township. He said the problems with the equipment needed to be understood before handing the broad­ casting functions over to an authority. "It seems like a bad time." Penfold said a third party had evaluated the equipment and what was working or not working. He said his under­ standing was there had been some missing connectors, and that the equipment was now operating. One VCR had eaten the tapes, which he thought was due to old. defective equipment. Penfold said he was not in agreement right now with turning the programming and taping over to an authority, because it sounded too simi­ lar to the way it was set up in the past, which resulted in programming problems. He said there was still a failure to involve the village in plan­ ning "We can account for every dollar that we received from franchise fees. Penfold said. "I think we ought to sit on the sidelines until they figure out what they're doing If we are happv with the direction they are taking, then we can par­ ticipate financially, but nght now 1 don t want to commit to that’ Penfold said he would talk with township officials, and ask for a demonstration of how the equipment works. He said no one on the coun­ cil knew enough about it to make decisions. The council decided to review the information and discuss it next month, per­ haps to take an official posi­ tion not enough was being planned for in the next year. He also questioned engi­ neering costs budgeted for $30,000 in the utility budget, 'when in the past it's onl> been $2,500." He asked if this was for a special project. Utilities Administrator Rich Pierson said the amount included engineering for wastewater treatment plant expansion on M-37. which would need to be redesigned, resulting from new sewer districts. Robertson asked if the the budgeting by the Fire Department included salaries for two full-time firefighters. Harrison said it did not. Nothing is budgeted for past borrowed funds used for utilities, which would in the future pay back the general fund. Robertson said this lack of provision to repay the general fund while planning to spend another $30,000 for another project. He said the utilities department owes "nearly $300,000 to the tax­ payers of this township, for money that has been bor­ rowed without interest from the general fund." He said that money was appropriated for a variety of other purpos­ es. and "utilities is not one of those purposes." He was opposed to the fire department budget. He said though the Fire and Safety Board was willing to reduce its millage, they were doing nothing to correct increasing spending trends. Revenues are projected to go up about $35,000. while spending "goes up $75,000.” He said spending had increased by 100% in three years. He said taxes in Caledonia were sec­ ond or third highest of Kent County. Bujak said he also had concerns about raising the fire department budget He said in 2006 a millage renewal would be up for a vote, and there was no guarantee the citizens would sup­ port it, and said the township was looking at state revenue cutbacks. "It appears we need to cut back our costs or at least level them off. It's our responsibility to work through the decisions " Harrison said the Fire and Safety Advisory Board had thought a couple of full time fire fighters would eliminate daytime on call expenses for a cost savings. He said the salary, for the full-time fire chief was part of the cost increase. He said the on-call system results in from three to nine fire fighters showing up. while in some instances there were not enough pres­ ent for safety in a given situation. An increase in activity had resulted in 379 calls through See Caledonia Twp. budget, pg. 1 TK officials mull late MEAP results by Patricia Johns Staff Writer Assistant Superintendent Patricia Koeze gave members of the Thomapple Kellogg School Board the good news and the bad news last week about results of the Michigan Education Assessment Program (MEAP) tests. Results of the tests, taken by fourth-, fifth-, seventhand eighth-graders last January were announced ear­ lier this month, about six months later than projected, because of problems with the contractors hired by the State Department of Treasury “It is difficult for us to make changes in the curricu­ lum this late.” Koeze said. Staff members from Page Elementary and the middle school are scheduled to attend analysis meetings in late November and December. These meetings allow dis­ tricts to review scores and to see where students might not understand the vocabulary used in the test or perhaps the timing of instruction comes later than that of the test. The school district now will begin implementing the KC4 social studies curricu­ lum. “We think that this is more updated to the needs of the test, now The social stud­ ies test has changed and the curriculum needs to change with it,” she says. Changes in the test, the vocabulary used and other issues, still concern the staff. ’When the correct answer to a question about the Underground Railroad is ‘a coalition of abolitionists.' the lest is not testing what our students know about this effort to bnng runaw ay slaves up to freedom but their knowledge of the vocabu­ lary.” Koeze said. Superintendent Kevin Konarska told the board that Thornapple Kellogg Middle School eighth grader Stephanie Wingeier (on left) earned special recognition from the TK Board of Education for being an outstand­ ing leader. Counselor Christy Wieringa told the board about Stephanie’s accomplishments at the school. Principal Gerry Moeller was representing the district at a public hearing on the MEAP tests. Koeze told the board that teachers have already imple­ mented some changes, partic­ ularly in fourth grade, to pre­ pare students for the writing tests. Now the MEAP writing test is given at fourth grade instead of ai the fifth grade level. The board would like to see tests in which the same group of students could be com­ pared. “It would be better to follow one group of students to see how they improve,” Scott Kiel said. The Measures of Academic Progress tests begun last year at Lee and the middle school may help the district analyze instruction as well. “You are always going to have different results com­ pared from class to class,” Koeze said. Middle schooler Stephanie Wingeier was recognized for being an exceptional student leader. The eighth-grader is the president of the student council as well as being an excellent role model with good grades and great atti tude, school counselor Christy Wieringa said. The Thornapple Kellogg School district grew by 67 students, according to figures from the official count day. “New students continue to enroll,” Konarska said. This will have an impact on the about of money the district will receive from the state but, “cuts may be ahead," Konarska told the board, because of a significant short­ fall in state revenues. The board learned that the district is working with Caledonia on establishing a ski team and proposed band and choir trips. The choir will be traveling to Chicago in May of 2004 and Ray Rickert described the process now taking place to see if there is student and parent support for a trip to the Bahamas in 2005. This issues will come back to the board for action at a later date The next meeting of the TK Board of Education is Monday. Oct. 27, at 7:30 p.m. in the Thomapple Kellogg School and Community Library. In This Issue • Caledonia Village looks at rail-trail route options • Caledonia’s utility bond sale planned for Nov. 5 • Thomapple appoints enforcement officer • Ex-Lake O manager is Middleville finalist �Page 2/The Sun and News Middleville October 21.2003 Habitat dinner, quilt raffle raises more than $3,000 This is the kitchen crew at Hope Church of the Brethren Habitat dinner. Marge Wieland admires the painting by Fem Seese at the Freeport Habitat dinner. by Helen Mudrv Sta# Writer Freeport Hope Church of the Brethren on M-50 raised more than $3,000 at its annu­ al Habitat for Humanity fund-raiser last Saturday. The money will be split between Barry County and Lakewood Habitat. Instead of the usual bizarre with crafts and a luncheon, the church had a hog roast dinner with a free­ will offering. They also had a quilt and painting raffle. LAST CHANCE SALE! Moving our custom framing, yarns, balloons, Sunridet herbs and skin care (Just Arrived Lots of 'FUN FUN FUN' Yam) EVERYTHING ELSE 50% OFF Fixtures for Sale1 /^Rainbow’s End^ r y Yarn, Craft & Variety 3 9343 Cherry Valley Ave . Caledonia. Ml 49316 mw a F 9 a. n» 9-6 sm 9 5 616 891 1106 C MILLER MEANS... Middleville & (Jun Lake Area Office 317 Arlington, Middleville. Ml (269)795-3305 Miller REAL ESTATE SOLD! Hastings Office 149 W. State Street, Hastings, MI (269)945-5182 Kay Stolsonburg GRI.CRS.Avmk Broker* 795-7272 Debbie Er way 623-8357 Karen Brown-Sdmes 795-9331 Craig Stolsonburg gri 795-4470 .J The handmade quilt was stitched by eight church quil­ ters who met every Wednesday throughout the year. The finished quilt was 101 inches square. Cheryl Lydy of Hastings won the quilt raffle. Fem Sees paint­ ed the lighthouse picture. Vicki Cook of Caledonia won the painting. The raffle alone raised $1,300. Don and Butch Falconer were in charge of the hog roast. They started roasting the two 143-pound hogs at 4 a.m. Geukes Butcher Shop in Middleville gave the church a bargain price on the meat. The Falconers used 40 pounds of mesquite charcoal per pig. They were cooked to Sale* Manage. Mike Humphreys, CRS. GRI l arrv AOerding < xs Auot Broker A Geoml Maaafa I Marine Feldpausch CRS Sato* Master Mark Hewitt gri larry Hayes Jean Chase CRS. gri Ron lewis 838-1332 838-7005 838-6250 945-0235 945-5103 Sio.k Mills 945 44 V. - 945-5365 Broker * Owner m , Looking For A Home? Be Sure To Visit Our user Friendly Web Site At www.millerrealestate.net FOR MORE MIDDLEVILLE. GUN LAKE AND CALEDONIA AREA PROPERTIES. PLEASE SEE OUR ADS ON PAGE 2 OF THE REMINDER. IN THE GRAND RAPIDS PRESS. THE HOMES DIGEST AND THE PENASEE GLOBE. 165 degrees. Church member Darlene Vanderwood said. “The total money raised was pretty good for a dinner and a quilt." Church members had a dinner after Sunday’s service and finished up some of the leftovers. Village Players to meet, hold auditions Nov. 9 The next general meeting of the "The Village Players of Butch and Don Falconer carve the pig at the Habitat Middleville" will be held at 4 dinner. p.m. Sunday. Nov. 9, in the meeting room of Lincoln Meadows apartments. Topics on the agenda will be revision of the by-laws, upcoming projects and the available date for the next building in the "Vintage Village" series. This addition to the series will be the "Brog Service Station" which served the community for many years and is well remembered by former school children, Darlene Schellinger says. This building will be avail­ able for Christmas giving and may be purchased at Pharmacy Care Shear Pleasure and Thomapple Floral and Gifts. Following the general meeting, auditions will be held in the meeting room for the next dinner theater pro­ duction. This year’s production will Wilma Townsend sells tickets for the quilt rattle. be "Of Moss and Men" writ­ ten by David Meyer and pro­ duced by special arrangement with Eldridge Publishing Co. The production requires a flexible cast of 15 of varying ages. The dates for the next din­ ner theater production will be Feb. 13 and 14. 20, 21, 27 and 28 of 2004. Current members of the Village Players of Middleville can obtain exam­ ination scripts. Anyone who is not currently a member of the 'Village Players of Middleville, interested in auditioning for this produc­ tion or helping back stage should call Cheryl Cravero at 795-7868 or Schellinger at 795-3652. �The Sun and News. Middleville. October 21, 2003/ Page 3 Caledonia library plans line dancing demo, instruction The Kai-Creek Kickers, a local line-dance team, will be hosts for an evening of demonstration and instruc­ tion. The event is scheduled for Saturday. Oct. 25. from 7 to 11 p.m. at the Caledonia Fire Bam located at 230 Maple Street in the village of Caledonia. The fee for this Caledonia District Library fund-raiser is $5 at the door. Refreshmennts for the evening will be provided by the Friends of the Caledonia Library. For more information about this event, call the Caledonia Branch of the Kent District Library at 616647-3840. Call 945-9554 for Sun & News classified ads -J- 'Qr' y V V V V -y- T3 The 33-year-old driver of the car at left was killed Tuesday, Oct. 14. in a collision with a Thornapple Kellogg school bus. (Photo by Cathy Rueter) No students aboard TK school bus in fatal crash A 33-year-old man was killed when his vehicle struck a Thomapple-Kellogg school bus and a car just after noon Tuesday, Oct. 14, in Caledonia Township. No students were aboard the bus at the time of the crash, said Sgt. Roger Parent of the Kent County Sheriff s Department. The bus was southbound on M-37 Highway (also known as Cherry Valley Road) south of 100th Street near Kinsey Street. A car heading north was waiting to turn left onto Kinsey Street. A third vehicle, also north­ bound, struck the rear left comer of the car waiting to turn left, then crossed the center line and stuck the school bus, Parent said. Michael L. Wagner of Sault Ste Marie, the driver of the third vehicle, a 2002 Dodge Intrepid, lost his life in the crash. Parent said. His 23-year-old female passen­ ger, Rose J. Schuetter-Smith of Pickford, was transported by Life Ambulance to Spectrum-Butterworth Downtown Hospital. She has been listed in serious condi­ tion. Parent said it wasn’t known if seat belts were used. Laura L. Purdy, 33, of Caledonia, the driver of the vehicle making the left turn, was taken to Spectrum Health Butterworth Campus with non-life threatening injuries, authorities said. The female school bus driver. Sharon J. Elam, 43, of Middleville, was checked by emergency medical techni­ cians at the scene and then transported by ambulance to Metropolitan Hospital for a checkup. It appears the bus driver was not injured, Parent said. M-37 was closed for at least two hours to officers enough time to resconstruct the accident and diagram the crash scene. TUPPERWARE HOLIDAY OPEN HOUSE 50% OFF TUPPERWARE IN STOCK °NlY! EMERGENCY SITUATION! 00 V V CLOSE THE DOORS FOREVER! •'V ONLY 9 DAYS REMAINING HUNDREDS , IIAMONDI UPON HUNDREDS 1A IAMOND BRIDAL r OF JEWELRY ITEMS'^ k TENNIS SETS PRICED AT JUST J BRACE Current catalog shopping also available, including new cookware fe from 9:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. 3241 Wood School Rd. Caledonia Community Players “ STUD . rEARRINGS i 29< *COLOR , STONE p JEWELRY ▼ dollar ©ew v EVERYTHING MUST BE SOLD! October 25th, 2003 @ 7:00 p.m. At the Caledonia High School Performing Arts Center General admission tickets S3.50 at the door Reserved seat tickets available at The Caledonia Resource Center. For more information, call 616-891-8117 Visit CCP online at www.caledoniaplayers.org 'V We're devastated about the amount of jewelry still remaining. For a few short days we ore giving you, our valued customers, one ,;4 final opportunity to buy at these fabulous prices before we L | Saturday, October 25th T �Page 4/The Sun and News. Middleville October 21. 2003 Little Lambs Preschool auction set for Nov. 8 Little I^ambs Cooperative Preschool will present its third annual auction at 6 p.m. Saturday. Nov. 8. at Holy Family Catholic Church in Caledonia. Admission is free and a dessert and appetizer buffet will be provided. All pro­ ceeds will benefit the parentowned. Christian preschool Auctioneer will be Tim Zandbergen of Zandbergen Auction Service presiding over the evening s festivi­ ties. Some featured items to be sold that evening include bed and breakfast getaways, a family portrait, a gourmet dinner for six aboard a 54foot yacht on Lake Michigan, seven-piece patio set. a three-day getaway, wooden outdoor furniture, jewelry, theater tickets, a senior portrait and a char­ tered fishing excursion on Lake Michigan. Hundreds of other items will also be auc­ tioned off. offering an oppor­ tunity for those who are looking for gifts for the upcoming Christmas season. For more information, or to donate goods or sen ices. LOCAL CHURCH DIRECTORY ALASKA BAPTIST CHURCH A Living Church - Serving a Living Lord Morning Worship 9 30 am. Fellowship Time 10 35 a m. Sunday School.............................. 10:50 a.m. Evening Praise............................... 6:00 p.m. WEDNESDAY . Family Night 6:00 p.m. 7240 68th Street, SE - Caledonia 2 miles east of M-37 Pastor, Dr Hrian F Harrison Youth Pastor Kevin Stiles C I II II Bl I I V t I II I t H a place to belong. . .a place to become (Contemporary, Casual, Non denominational) Sunday Morning Worship 9:30 fit 11 -00 a m. 8175 Broadmoor, Caledonia Rrv Muhael Stowell, lead Pastor Rev. David Moorhead. Assoc. Pastor Jot Cipcic. Worship Leader Denny Bouma, Youth Pastor Church Office 6I649I-02B7 Visit our web site www bright side otg CALEDONIA CHRISTIAN REFORMED CHURCH "A Church with a caring heart for our community and the world" Sunday Worship............................ 9:30 am. and 6:00 p.m. (Child & Adult) (Dunng the School Year) Rev. R. Scott Greenway, Pastor Jack Dejong, Pastor of Worship & Adult Ed. JoAnne DeBlaay, Youth Director Al Tiemeyer, Community Calling Church Office: (616) 891-1512 M-37 at 100th St. CALEDONIA HOLY FAMILY CATHOLIC CHURCH Kraft Avenue at Johnson Street Rev. Dave LeBlanc, Pastor Phone 891-9259 Saturday Evening Mass ... .5:00 p.m. Sunday Mass . .9:00 a.m. & 11:00 a.m. FIRST BAPTIST CHURCH OF MIDDLEVILLE M-37, north of Middleville • 795-9726 Bruce N. Stewart. Senior Pastor Kim A. Vine. Asst. Pastor "Youth DougUs <*. Beason. Visitation Pastor Gary Weaver. Musk Minister Pastor I>avid Stew art. ( E - Children* Pastor Sunday School Sunday Homing Worship Service Sunday Evening Service Wednesday Mid Week Prayer Word of Life Chibs 9 45 a.m . 11XX) a.m. 600 p.m. 6 45 p m 6 45 p.m. MIDDLEVILLE CHRISTIAN REFORMED 708 W. Main Street Morning Worship Service Sunday School Evening Worship Service 10:00 a.m. 11:15 a.m. 6:00 p.m. YOU ARE INVITED 908 W Main Street (Missouri Synod) Worship....................................... 9 30 a m. Sunday School . ............ 11:00 a.m. Adult Bible Class........................ 11:00 a.m. Rev. E Anthony Sikora Church: (616) 795-2391 GRACE UNITED REFORMED CHURCH Proclaiming the Whole Counsel of God Services at 930 a m. and 6 p.m. 9255 84th Street, Alto. Ml 49302 Om? mile east of Whitneyville Rd Rev P Adams Phone 891-8440 GUN LAKE COMMUNITY CHURCH & PRESCHOOL 12200 West M 179 Highway (Chief Noonday Road) Wayland. Ml 49MX Meeting you, your friends, and your family right w here you ’re at. Sunday Worship 9-00 a_m or 10:30 a.m. Wednesday Worship 6:30 p.m. 269-795-7903 w-ww.gunlakecomnumitychurch.org 1664 N. M-37 Highway Middleville, Ml 49333 • 945-1555 Located near the comer of M-37 and McCann Service Times: Sunday School........................................ 9:45 a.m. Morning Worship................................... 11 00 a m. Evening Worship...'................................ 6:00 p.m. Youth Group:............................. 6:00 p.m. Sunday Midweek 7:00 p.m. Wed. 9:30 a.m. Thurs. • CHRISTIAN CHURCH 10 AM Sunday Morning 3449 - 76 th St. S.E., Caledonia 698-9660 A Church for today's world Spirit-filled family Church. Sunday School for ages 3 yr. thru 6th grade: Sr. High, Sun. 6:30 pm Jr. High. Sun. 6:30 pm 8 45 am and 10:30 xm. 10:30 a.m. (Nursery Available Throughouti Rev Norman Kohns. Pastor (616) 891-8167 Church Office 616-891-8669 Fax 891-8648 • w * w cakdomaumc org ALASKA CONGREGATION Church School. Sunday Praise Singing 9:45 a^m 10:50 am Morning Worship . 11 OO am. W" s | XScd'Fcik‘u'h'r ' ' Pastor EG. Frizzell Chunft Ph. 6164M-6M0 • Pastor s Ph 616497-67*) Vicar - Rev. David T. Hustwkk + St Paul Lutheran Church Missouri Synod Comer of 84th St and Kraft in Caledonia 1 mile west of M-37 Traditional Service Acoustic Praise 8r Worship Service 8:30 AM 11.00 AM St Paul Lutheran Church Sunday School & Adult Bible Study 9:45 AM AH Services have a Nuramj available * Bamer Free Pastor Robert Gerke • Pastor David Ziehr Office Phone 891-S6S8 www.StPaulCaledonia.< >rq SS. CYRIL and METHODIUS CHURCH 159 131st Avenue Phone (269) 792-3543 Worship Times: Saturday............................... 4:00 p.m.Mass Sunday.................................. 9:30 am.Mass Weekdays: Wednesday................7:30 p.m. Mass Thursday & Friday..... 9:30 a.m. Mass THORNAPPLE BIBLE CHURCII Preaching the Living Word Serving The Risen Lord Sunday School ......................9:30 a.tn. Sunday Morning Worship 10 30 a.m. (Jr. Church & Nursery available.) Currently meeting at: Emmons Lake Elementary 8950 Kraft SE, Caledonia Rev. Dennis Ross Church: (616) 868-7425 UNITED METHODIST CHURCHES Middleville - Parmelee Middleville UMC is temporarily meeting at: 9266 Parmelee Road 9.30 a.m...................................Sunday School 11:00 a.m.................................... Worship Hour website: Rev. Royle Bailard, Pastor _____________ Phone 868-6437_____________ Rev. Lee Zachman Church Office Phone: 795-9266 WAYFAREK ^CHURCH Lakeside Community CHuref* A PUce for Famih & Friends 6201 Whitnewilk Avenue. Aho CHRISTIAN REFORMED Conemporan Worship 9:30 am Sunday School for All Age* 10 45 am. Evening Worship.................... 600 p.m. Pastor Roger Hullman • Church Office: MR-0391 WWW lakesadocoamHMty arg Community of Christ Leighton Church 8146 68th St near WtvtneyvBe Ave ---- Wednesday 6:00 P.M. Evening Prayer phone 795-2370 or 946-9327 5590 Whitneyville Ave., S.E. Alto. Ml 49302 Sunday School...10:00 am. Morning Worship... 11:00 am. Evening Worship...6:00 p.m. Wednesday Prayer Meeting...7:00 p.m. ------ | IC 1XC --------- ■--------' 11:00 A.M. Holy Communion ©lb (Eime jJletljolrigt Cfjurdj ISO V inc Street t M-37 to Emmons to Vine • Worship Sers ices Children's Sunday School Sunday Service Times 9:15 A.M. Morning Prayer (Holy Communion 2nd Sunday) New Life a CALEDONIA £r UNITED METHODIST October 26: Sermon Topic: •*A’o More Second Hand God!" 2415 McCann Ro. i In Irving) Rev. Tom DeVnes, Pastor - 795-9901 Middleville Good Shepherd Wesleyan Church Lutheran Church please call the preschool at 616-554-3350. Little Lambs Preschool is a non-profit pre­ school. receiving no state or local funding. All donations are tax deductible. Locanrd in Leighton Tow whip Corner of 2nd Street and l-*2nd Avenue COMMUNITY CHURCH Res. Dr. Jock Doorlag. Interim Minister Finding the Way Together! An informal, contemporary church committed to our community. Sunday Worship is at 10:00am in Caledonia Middle School’s cafeteria. Everyone is welcome! 'Sundry &. children's activities available. For more information: (616) 891-8119 or warw-pedmchainrh er Pastor: Rev Josh Blunt Contact our Dutton office at (616) 65-65-WAY Check our web site www wayfarenxeurf Now meeting at: Thornapple-Kellogg School Auditorium Worship 10:00 a.m. Redeemer Covenant Church —Lighting Up Lives for CodSunday Worship 9:30 am Christian Education Hour 11:00 am Wednesday Family Night 5.45-8W pm hstot Paul M HiUman Youth Pater Dmd Enkvm 6951 Hmm lake toea*. Ukedatu 61669MU01 ndermcnnservnei vnwwjedemeKincnant..* < 4 andvr < dr Iwngdhud Ctumuntt Chudto * Ahuka WHITNEYVILLE Bible Church 8546 Ave at 84th St • 891-8661 "The Church where everybody is somebody... and Jesus is Lord" Meeting at CatodofMa High School Sindoy School .9-30 am Sunday Momrg Wottfvp .10:30 am Mee*rg d etiape’ on WhtreyvSe Aw Sraay Evenrig Mxvx, 600 pm Wed »Aa«eek Prayer 4 9bte Stuay 700 pm Rev (hcrna Slys Aata • ter Kai 8aMor. Aaoc Pastor ‘6et^e wntfney^eofcteag �The Sun and News. Middleville. October 21. 2003/ Page 5 Last Pumpkin World on season is Oct. 31 by Cathy Rueter Staff Writer Kettle Lake Elementary fifth-graders recently went on a limnololgy field trip to I>ake Michigan and now arc using their knowledge to fur­ ther their classroom studies. Students attended the D.J. Angus and W.G. Jackson floating laboratory class­ rooms to study the environ­ ment of Lake Michigan and adjoining waters. They con­ ducted tests in water sam­ pling. conductivity, water color and transparency, tur­ bidity. plankton sampling and bottom sediment sam­ pling. to name a few. They also studied the water quality, temperature, the physical and chemical properties of the water as well as the producers and consumers found in the lake. They examined the effects of pH on fish, the aquatic food webs and life cycles of the wildlife. Students are currently put­ ting this new found knowl­ edge to work with “me" books, as well as learning >6'66'6"6'675o6oooooo 0000600000600 ocococ co? Family Trax Oidea« 179 £ Main Sr. Middleville • Hours: Sun.-Thurs. 12-10 pm Fri. & Sat. 12-llpm DVT), VHS & Game Rentals Movie Reservations 2 Dav Rental on Sundav on all Rentals Even 20th Rental FREE Ijocallx Owned ftw Hometown Full Service Garden Center ’ MEAP type objectives, research practices and career opportunities. They were able to attend this informa­ tion-rich field trip with the financial assistance of the Kettle Lake PTO. Trail Association to meet Oct. 23 The Thomapple Trail Association meeting sched­ uled for Thursday. Oct. 23. will begin at 7 p.m. at Whispering Waters Campground on Irving Road. The agenda will include an update on the new brochure, upcoming events and proj­ ects on the Paul Henry Trail. Information about the Paul Henry Trail and the Thomapple Trail Association is now available on line at thornappletrail.com or at thomappletrail.org. Information on the website includes a map. information about the history, a member­ ship application and trail activities. There also are links to other bicycling trails and organizations in Michigan. Wed., October 22 Chili Dinner Free Will Offering 5:30-6:30 p.m. Saturday, October 25 Pancake 2J Breakfast Free Will Offering 8:00 - 10:00 a.m. Craft Sale I (Crafters Needed) 10:00 a.m.-2:00 p.m. Kid's Carnival Gaines Food Booths 12:00-3:00 p.m. Gaines United Brethren Church Comer of 92nd and Kalamazoo Ave.. Caledonia. Ml 49316 Looking for a warm, safe place to bring your children, grandchildren, neighbors and friends Trick Or Treating? We have just the thing for you! This year on Friday, October 31, Gun Lake Community Church is sponsoring an indoor Trick Or Treating Event! ‘ Make GLCC your first stop and pick-up your bag for candy. a. < Trick Or Treat at rooms around the church. Get your picture taken. Just West Off M-37 ( to "bring their cameras!” Call 269-795-9758 for more information. c Gun Lake Community ^Churcti M-179 To US 131 e Kettle Lake 5th-graders learn from the big lake Maureen Robinson, who started Pumpkin World 15 years ago. reminds families 10197 Gorbov* Rd.,Mlddlevllle Creek HOURS: Doors are open from Monday-Saturday GROWERS 6:00 - 8:00 pm. 9.00 am. to 6:00 p.m. Decorate For Fall: Indian Corn 1 GUN LAKE COMMUNITY FALL CLEAN-UP TIME &PRE3CHOOL Rakes - Leaf Bogs - Lawn Control for Gnbs-Bifd Feeders &BdfooO_ Perennial Sole Coing On Now! Phone: 269-795-7674 Floral Shop 269-795-0239 12200 Meat M 1 79 Highway Wayland, Ml 49348 269 795 7903 Stop in and see our newly expanded Floral Shop. 3nggs Rd Kettle Lake Elementary students (back, from left) Rachel Nugent. Nicole VanderVennen, Taylor VanderMeulen. (front) Whitney Harris and Jeffry Baum, stand in front of a bulletin board highlighting their limnology trip to Lake Michigan. The stu­ dents were able to conduct various hands-on tests with Lake Michigan water sam­ ples. bv Patricia Johns Staff Writer Pumpkin World at S &S on M-37 between Middleville and Hastings is open through Halloween. Friday. Oct 31. Hours for the public are Monday-Friday 3:30 to 6 p.m. Pumpkin World is open Saturday from 10 a.m. to 5:30 p.m. and on Sundays from noon to 4:30 p.m. The store opens at 9 a.m. Pumpkin world has mazes for all ages, farm animals, indoor activities and special events on Saturdays. The final Saturday. October 25, will feature Pumpkin Lady Julie Coon with seasonal stories at 2, 3 and 4 p.m. New in the display this year is a cow. created by Robert Hula, which chil­ dren can milk, a store to play in, a secret door and even hopscotch and other games. Children who attempt to find their way through the maze will discover friends like Winnie the Pooh, the Peanuts gang and Clifford, the big, red dog along their way. There is a straw bale maze indoors and two larg­ er outdoor Sudan grass mazes. ' N ' �Page 6/The Sun and News. Middleville October 21 2003 Area firefighters trained on Zumro Shelter System The local emergency volunteers leam the “ins and outs" of the decontamination tent. The hax-met tent can be used for decontamination or to warm the rescue crew. by Helen Mudry Staff Writer Woodland. Freeport and Alto firefighters had a train­ ing lesson in Freeport last Saturday about the Zumro Shelter System. Tim James, a volunteer from Vermontville and chief of training for Lansing Fire, showed the men and women volunteers when and how to use the shelter. The training session start­ ed with some “book learn­ ing,” where the volunteers watched a power point pres­ entation. They reviewed the different types of contamina­ tion and how to remove the contaminants. The “Top 10” hazard materials fall into two categories. Petroleum releas­ es may be crude oil, gaso­ line, natural gas, diesel fuel oil or LP gas. Chemical releases may be chlorine, sulfuric acid, ammonia, hydrochloric acid and sulfur dioxide. Marla Bierens attaches the ventilation hoses in the decontamination tent. The team decides if the will be removed by absorp­ contaminant is solid, liquid, tion, dilution, disinfection, vacuuming or vapor disper­ gas or biological. The “hazmet” crew then sion. Some of the decontaminadecides if the contamination Area firefighters gather around the tent at last weekend s training The cost of $37,823 was exchanges air 24 times an absorbed through a federal hour. It can also be used as a grant. warming shelter near the scene of a winter fire, ice res­ GET All THE cue or as a portable com­ mand post. NEWS OF The tent collapses into a three by five-foot bundle. BARRY The system includes a blow­ er, water heater, hoses, showers, ventilation system, COUNTY! heater, air filtration system, water containment system Subscribe to the and solution injection sys­ Hastings Banner. tem. It is stored in a special trailer that is kept at the Call 945-9554 for Hastings Fire Department and used by all country more information. departments. tion solutions maybe as sim­ ple as water, bleach, deter­ gent, baking soda or vinegar. But some require more sophisticated methods. All require that the hazmet team have a specific plan depending if the material is flammable, corrosive, toxic, reactive or radioactive. The hands on learning involved a Zumro Shelter System. This is a 150square-foot tent. It can serve as a decontamination room with showers and drains to hold the contaminated water. There is a portable water heater for the showers. 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PrtHessHMiaily lamhiapcd Oak kitchen, 3 season porch, hot tub, tile floors, custom draperies $224,900 (MLS4483715), hniia Janut«13-4909 �The Sun and News. Middleville. October 21. 2003/ Page 7 Caledonia Township budget, continued from page 1 Sept. 30 this year, while the entire 2002 year had 431. so more are expected by Dec. 31. 'We still haven't had a snowfall when accidents increase." He said the township is looking at consideration of a pnvate ambulance service, which could possibly involve inadequate medical response for Caledonia citizen safety. Robertson said technically the the fire and emergency senices budget should not need to operate on a deficit basis, and it should be bal­ anced. He also said a capital improvement fund could be set up to address future pur­ chases. like a building fund. Treasurer Jill Cardwell said discussions were under way for setting up such a fund. Robertson voted against the budget in a 5-1 vote. In related matters at last Wednesday night's On Oct. 22. 2003, Herman and Verda McLachlan of Township Board, meeting: 2352 Rozell Drive, Middleville, will celebrate their 56th • An update to the JEP wedding anniversary Their children are Mike and cost of living adjustment Nancy Rozell and Clif and Laura Sage of Middleville (COLA) was called for by They have five grandchildren and three great-grandchil­ Robertson and approved by dren. the board. The accompany­ ing salary increases are to be McLachlans to celebrate fifty-sixth anniversary Call (269) 945-9554 anytime for Sun & News ACTION-ads! He said adjustments were needed, while staff felt at a loss as to how to make these corrections. De Palmer had gone over every expense and revenue account over $10,000 in an attempt to clarify the figures and minimize error. She said they were definitely software mistakes. She said a search showed the entries had been made, but the program had put the money in another place than it should have. Treasurer Jill Cardwell said. "The amounts are often there, but not under the right account number." "There's gotta be a right ^ontempo The members of the Caledonia Friends of the Library will hold a brief meeting on Saturday. Oct. 25 at 6 p.m. at the Caledonia Fire Bam on Maple Street. This meeting will be held before the start of the Bam Dance fundraiser. On the agenda is a review of this year's fund raising projects, setting a time table for upcoming fundraisers, set­ ting the dates for the annual meeting and the “Just Desserts" volunteer recogni­ tion event. 616-891-1095 «S1 Own valley, aMoali village Centre Outstanding Color Unbelievable Condition incredible Shine THAT'S WHAT OUR CLIENTS ARE SAYING ABOUT AVEDA COLOR! AVEDA. THE ART AND SCIENCE OF PURE FLOWER AND PLANT ESSENCES Now scheduling full spectrum hair color system. 97% naturally derived with sunflower, castor and jojoba oHs. 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If not. he said an audit was needed, so the expense and revenue report given to citi­ zens and board members each month was accurate. “That’s unacceptable." Clerk Pat Snyder said "Fund Balance has been very frustrating in the last year. We ha\e been on the phone numerous times." She said new software was needed, and there wasn't time to start over and audit it now with new software com­ ing. Snyder said a routine audit would be done in January. Caledonia Friends of the Library to meet 24 Hours a Day - 7 Days a Week ■If tied to the Consumer Price Index as recommended by the Finance Committee. Since April 2002. no changes in the JEP have been made. Robertson said. The change should reflect a salary increase of 2% since then. In the future, he sug­ gested the changes be auto­ matically tied to the Consumer Price Index and instituted each year to become effective in February . It would be up to each department supervisor to make the adjustments. Robertson said it was not the purpose of the Finance Committee to determine appropriate point factors for making evaluations or adjustments in individual employee salaries. The point factor evaluation system should be taken up by the supervisors, he said. Supervisors could make their case before the board for certain job descriptions, Harrison said. • In another discussion. Robertson said there were many errors and discrepencies coming from the Fund Balance accounting system. I O R S Product Id: SunAd J Rent a “Horror Favorite” and enter drawing for a Halloween Gift Basket • See our Fun Halloween Gift Selection! �Page 8/The Sun and News. Middleville. October 21, 2003 Paul E. Nickerson Sr.-------------------------------- TK’s Got Milk This past week milk machines at the Thomapple Kellogg Middle and High schools were filled with regular, chocolate, strawberry and “Swerve" flavored milks! The machine sold out the first day it was up and running at the middle school. The machines are available after school to give students other drink choices. Pictured here from left are food service manager Greg Pope, Adrienne Palmer, Amanda Nye, Anna Hauschild, Kaley Jachim, Adam Marshall and Marcus McKeogh. Later in the year yogurt and other dairy based snacks may be added to the machine Genite Enmily. Dentistry. Thnnryk UPS. Accepting. ttew. Patents Office Hours: Mon-Fri by appointment Emergency Patients Welcome General Dentistry, Oral Surgery. Root Canals Wc participate with Delta, BlueCrossBlueShidd, Healthy Kids, and Mi Child I $ 269-945-5656 1127 West State Street, Hastings MI Library advisory board to meet The Thomapple Kellogg School and Community Library Advisory Board will meet at 4 p.m. Monday. Oct. 27. at the library. The agenda includes reveiwing candidates to Till a vacancy on the board and other business. The meeting is open to the public. The library is located directly across the front lobby at Thomapple Kellogg High School. For more information, call 795-5434. floppy 15th Birthday Pumpkin World! PUMPKIN WORLD 2003 OPEN OCTOBER Now thru 31 Pumpkin World hours are Monday - Friday 3:30 - 6 pm. (Weekdays are reserved for scheduled school groups) Saturday 10 am to 5:30 pm October 25 Sunday Noon - 4:30 pm Stories with S 6 S Pumpkin Lady, Julie Coons at 2,3,4 pm Hayrides every Saturday and Sunday weather permitting Mazes for all ages Bring your cameras in-law; many nieces and nephews. Preceding him in death was his sister. Darlene Devereaux of Sandy Lake. Respecting his wishes, cremation has taken place. There will be no funeral services or visitation. Memorial contributions may be made to: Barry Community Hospice. P.O. box 308. Hastings. MI 49058. Arrangements by the Beeler Funeral Home, Middleville. Give a memorial that can go on forever... A gift to the Barry Community Foundation is used to help fund activities throughout the county in the name of the person you designate. 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He loved trap shooting and driving the truck. He was a loving, caring husband, father, grandfather, great grandfather and brother always doing kind deeds for his family and friends. He is survived by his wife. Dorene J. Nickerson; three sons, Paul (Sheila) Nickerson Jr. of Hastings. Perry (Wendy) Nickerson of Bellevue, and Preston (Amy) Nickerson of Hastings; three daughters. Pamela (Clint) Carothers, of Nashville. 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So. when market rallied somewhat experts have no trouble iden­ considering a stock - even during the first half of 2003. tifying the particular causes one that seems to be really But is a market rally - any of bull or bear markets: a "taking ofT’ - you need to see market rally - reason to jump strong (or weak) economy, a how well it would fit into back into the investment jump (or drop) in investor your holdings. It's hard to confidence; positive (or neg­ over-emphasize the impor­ fray? Actually, if you're trying ative) national or global tance of diversification. By your money etc. However, spreading to achieve long-term finan­ events. cial goals, you probably nobody can accurately pre­ among a variety of stocks should never take a "time dict how long a market will along with bonds, govern­ out" from investing in the stay "hot" or "cold." So. if ment securities and other first place. Of course, that's you think you should be investments - you can help easier said than done: during investing just because you're protect yourself against a long "bear" market, when going to "catch a wave," you downturns that may strike your holdings never seem to may need to re-evaluate your one asset class particularly go up. it can be difficult to decision. To push the hard. You'll find very few cer­ convince yourself to keep metaphor further, a rising tide does not lift all boats; tainties in the investment putting in more money. And yet. this type of envi­ some stocks will not do well world, but here's one of ronment can present some even when the market them: There will always favorable investment oppor­ surges. That's why you ups and downs. Rallies and tunities. Why? Because, by always need to evaluate indi­ slumps follow each other in definition, a "down" market vidual stocks on their merits: an endless cycle. You can't means that stock prices are management, quality of control these events, and you relatively low. That's not to products, earnings record, probably can’t totally ignore say that all stocks will be a competitiveness within its them, either. But as long as you make well-thought out bargain - they won't. But if industry, etc. • Does a particular stock investment decisions that are you look carefully, you can find some high-quality meet your diversification appropriate for your individ­ stocks selling for attractive needs? Ultimately, your ual needs, you can take investment success may not greater control of your own prices during a bear market. However, just as you really depend on any individ­ financial destiny - and that's shouldn't stop investing dur­ ual stock, but rather on how a goal worth rallying behind. ing bad times, you don't want well you choose a diversified to rujjh into the market sim pK because things are look­ ing up. 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"We’re almost done." said a road crew member. "We re just finishing with (ditches) and driveways." (Photo by Cathy Rueter) Touring tractors to raise funds for Barry Hospice The Barry County Antique Tractor and Gas Engine Club will sponsor a color tour of Barry County to benefit Barry Community Hospice Saturday. Oct. 25. The lineup of tractors is at 8:30 a.m. and the parade will start at 9 a.m. Part of the tour will travel through Middleville’s Main Street. Drivers should be aware that the tractor tour will be taking place and may slow down Saturday's traffic. This color tour parade will IK SCHOOL LUNCH MENUS Retired? start (rain or shine) at the Barry County fairgrounds, travel west on M-37 to Middleville, turn right on Main Street, north on Whitneyville Road, turn east at Parmalee Road then tum north on Solomon, east on Eckert Road and north on Buehler Road to Freeport Road. 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They arc the creation of Emmons Lake fifth grade teacher Todd DeJong. When on his summer hia­ tus from school. DeJong is a concrete contractor. Not long ago he discovered the art of concrete stamping. >> ? i "I though this would be really neat," said DeJong about the educational aspects he could provide the school with the stamping technique of fossils. "It's much more tactile, much more exciting (way to learn).’ DeJong's philosophy is that "kids have to come from a hands-on approach before they come from a book approach." DeJong worked with sever­ al other teachers and staff to obtain a grant through the THAT WOULD LIKA TO OWN A LATA MODAL CAR. TRUCK OR SUV. - N you've had a bankruptcy, divorce, stow pay. charge offs, •orectoaure or a repo we can guarantee your credit approval with money down and a stable job This is not a "rent to own", the vehicle is titled in your name and a national lender will loan you the necessary money to finance your new vehicle Call MR. 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He was appreciative that Consumer Concrete of Kentwood gave the school a price break on the large amount of concrete needed for the project DeJong will be continuing the structure this fall with an edging of wood around the fossil find and filling it with sand so that students can actually dig and discover the different impressions. Could there possibly be a budding paleontologist among the students at Emmons Lake Elementary? Only time, and fossils, will tell. I FREE I I mith iamond market I _______ ANALYSIS I ——_______ ____ _ SOUTH OFFICE QO I I 8980 N. RODGERS DR., CALEDONIA, Ml OV I -2222 I I ADA/FOREST HILLS - TWO I years young and it shows. This home in Crestwood I beauitful Hills is available with 5 bed­ I rooms and 4 baths. An incredi­ I ble daylight bar and rec. room I with a beautiful stone fireplace I and cherry cabinets. The kitchen I window looks out at the wooded I lot. 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Middleville, October 21. 2003/ Page 11 Dutton Elementary has sound success Living Science by Cathy Rueter Staff Writer Students at Dutton Elementary seem to be hearing better these days. Teachers at the school have been testing classroom amplification and measur­ ing sound field success in their classrooms this year with “Phonic Ear” devices. These mechanisms are designed to assist not only the student in the class­ room. but the teacher as well. Classroom amplification seems to be positively affecting students this year as teachers can be heard from anywhere in their classroom. According to one teacher, students seem to pay more attention and understand instructions more clearly. Directions seem to be understood more clearly and fewer repeat questions are asked. The “Phonic Ear” devices also help teachers as they experience less vocal fatigue at the end of the day. "Phonic Ear” has many microphone and audio prod­ ucts for educational institu­ tions to choose from. based on classroom configurations and needs. According to the “Phonic liar” website, "with FMbased products like (their) Easy Listener sound field system, the number of classrooms that can be brings Australia to Page Elementary Is it a dragon, a lizard or both? You couldn't say that this carpet python was the most popular animal from Australia to visit Page Elementary School in Middleville. Mary Krueger. Dutton Elementary first grade teacher, demonstrates a “Phonic Ear” device. Dutton teachers feel that the equipment is helping students hear their teachers better, thus allowing directions to be understood more clearly and diminishing the amount of repeat questions/answers upgraded is limited to the number of FM channels available — no more than 40. A school using (their) infrared-based VocaLight system is not bound by these limitations because the infrared signal cannot penetrate walls to interfere with lessons in other class­ rooms. Since infrared uses a )ine-of-sight signal, howev­ er, its technology is best used in regularly-shaped rooms (i.e. not L-shaped." For more information on these and other ‘Phonic Ear’ products, they can be reached through their web­ site at www.phonicear.com. Appraisal Fair to benefit Freeport Historical Society The Freeport Historical Society is bringing back its successful antique appraisal fair on Saturday. Oct. 25, from 1 to 5 p.m.at the Freeport Community building. Rairigh of Glen Health Coverage! Medical-Dental Vision • Prescription $35/mo Couple? V' Guaranteed Acceptance? $48/mo Family1 V No Restrictions! No Waiting Period' ✓ Huge National Network! 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Cloverdale Rd Hastings, MI EXTENSION Call (269) 721-4190 or visit www.cedarcreekinstitute.org �. Page 12/The Sun and News, Middleville. October 21,2003 Looking f 117 AM) STILL SIMJLEO back on Spirit Hastings City Bank Week Ixxral Banking... Ix>cal Commitment... For You and For Our Cotnmunities at TK HaMiiuf 269W)-2W1 Mkklkvilk 3H9-79M338 Bellevwe 3fi9-7«miH SaUiHIk 517-8524)790 (aiedoaia 616-801-0010 Waviand 289-7926201 FDIC At right It was spirit day on Friday, Oct. 11. There was lots of orange and black in evidence including lots of orange hair. DRAWING Movies and care bears were part of the senior hallway decorations FRIDAY, OCTOBER 24, 2003 J V - Grand Prize . Gj-fi J -1st Prize y_lU$) £iUi .dLIjX - 2nd Prize - Beanie Baby Selection This hallway won first place but the senior class still came out ahead once all the Spirit Week results were tallied. 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The Trojans suffered two tough defeats last week. In Thursday's contest, the Trojan ladies were downed 49-37 by Holland Christian. Jessica Flaska poured in 18 points and had 14 rebounds for TK. but the Trojans' next high scorer was Stephanie Scott with five points. Brandi Campbell also added four points and nine rebounds The Maroons packed their defense in to stop Flaska, and the Trojans were unable to take advantage from outside. “Their game plan is to make someone else have to score for us,” said Uyl. The Trojans were happy with their defensive effort in Tuesday s contest, as well as Thursday’s. They just weren’t happy with the final results. The Trojans headed confi­ dently into Tuesday's contest with Grand Rapids Baptist, but came out on the short end of a 55-49 score. TK had a 12 point lead at one point, but couldn't hold on in the second half. “I though we came out strong.” said Uyl. “We just struggled scoring. Jessica gets her points, but we had trouble with consistency on the offensive end. Defensively there are no complaints.” Flaska tossed in 15 points and had seven rebounds, before fouling out early in the fourth quarter. Campbell scored 13 points, and Whitney Robertson had eight for the Trojans JB HARRISON INSURANCE AGENCY COMPETITIVE AUTO RATES .Stag T55y Hastings Mutual Insurance Company Hunnp. Midupn wwwjusdngsmutuaLcom Jud) Harrison Daniel Urich 6661 Alden Nash, Alto 868-0050 TK netters close out year with strong regional show TK’s varsity girls' tennis team finished fifth Friday, October 10. at the Division III tennis regional at Stevensvillel>akeshore A big win by third singles player Molly Jazwinski helped vault the Trojans into the top half of the ten team regional. Jazwinski knocked off the fourth seeded player from Stevensville-Lakeshore 6-3, 61 to eam the team two points. The Trojans finished with six team points. “It was a big upset for us,” said TK coach Larry Seger. “She played great.” Leeanne Lantinga knocked off her opponent from Plainwell in the first round at second singles 6-3, 6-1 before falling to the number two seed from Holland Christian. Lantinga came on strong at the end of the season. Her record for the year was 13-13, but she won 11 of her last 16 matches. TK’s fourth singles player Beth Steorts, who finished the year 17-9, was a 6-0. 6-0 win­ ner over Hamilton in the first round, then bowed out to the second seed from Allegan 4-6, 7-5,6-3. Steorts had chances to get the win, with a game point for a 5-2 lead in the second set. and then another chance at 5-5, but couldn't get it going again. “She played a great match, against a tough, tough player.’’ said Seger. The Trojans’ other two vic­ tories came from the first dou­ bles team df Tiffany Tietz and Amber Steorts and the fourth doubles pair of Caitlin Adams and Tiffany Miller. Tietz and Amber Steorts took a 6-0, 6-1 win over Hamilton, While Adams and Miller won 6-0, 6-0 over Niles. Then both teams fell to squads from the eventual champion Holland Christian. Denise Weeks and Kristin Willemstein received a first round bye at third doubles, but had to go right up against the third seed from St. Joe. Weeks and Willemstein played a good match, but fell in three sets 1-6, 6-0, 6-3. TK first singles player Michelle Raetz drew right into the fourth seed and fell 6-0, 61. The Trojans fell to the num­ ber one or two seed at six of the eight flights. “We’ve played very well the last two weeks.” said Seger. “We got a couple of dual wins, and came on real strong. They Thomoppte Kellogg Varsity Football MiddleviHe senior quarterback Josh Eldridge and the Trojan passing attack realty began to click in Friday s 27-26 win over Caledonia. 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October 21. 2003 Caledonia Village looks at rail-trail route options Staff Writer The Caledonia Village Council last Monday post­ poned a decision that would route the Rails to Trails route around the Caledonia Elevator onto Kinsey between Main and l^ake Streets, and agreed to discuss it again at the November meeting. In the first option discussed in September. Kinsey would be widened by four feet on each side of the street but within the village right of way, with a line marking the paving on both sides of the street. The lanes would be five feet wide. Between Mam and Johnson, lines would indicate trail lanes on the existing pavement. From Maple to 100th. the trail would follow the old railroad bed. The area on Kinsey between Mam and Johnson has the most concentrated use, with all parties using every inch of property between boundaries, and village offi­ cials would like to find the most practical compromise. The existing acute angles created on Main and Johnson by the diagonal intersection of Kinsey are difficult for truck passage and already dangerous for pedestrians, and the comer is hard to maintain. In addi­ tion, business delivery and pickup involves trucks in areas planned for use by rail-trail users. Planning consultant Paul Galdes and Village Manager Sandra Ayers had been talking with body shop owner Ed Pawlowski and Duane Ruthig. representing the Caledonia Elevator, located along the narrow stretch of Kinsey. Both parties were interested in tak­ ing part in the planning. Pawlowski said he was in favor of the rail-trail and improvements. He commented that parking is always at a pre­ mium for customers of the businesses in that area, includ­ ing his own, the elevator and the lumber yard south of Johnson. He asked planners to not put in curbs that could not be driven over, and that land­ scaping islands not be consid­ ered. Penfold agreed there was too little room for green areas. He said safety was the main issue. Another effort to create right angled comers at these intersections is being consid­ ered. Kent County trail plan­ ners would prefer right angled intersections. They also prefer rail-trail users on two sides'of the street, moving in opposite directions. This change could create passage close to north doors of the seed plant on Main, but Ruthig said that door is rarely used. The west side is used more, he said, for dumping and for truck traffic along that whole side. He said multiple curb cuts would be needed to access the pit areas, but would cause no more problems than there are now. Penfold explained curbs are not planned and cuts would not be needed. Additional rail-trail traffic, however could result in a sig­ nificant change. Ruthig said safety issues were a concern, if a four-foot path on two sides NOTICE TO ELECTORS AND TAXPAYERS OF THE VILLAGE OF FREEPORT OF THE VILLAGE’S INTENT TO ISSUE REVENUE BONDS AND THE RIGHT OF REFERENDUM RELATING THERETO PLEASE TAKE NOTICE THAT THE VILLAGE OF FREEPORT intends to issue Revenue Bonds m a maximum amount not to exceed $875,000 PURPOSE The Bonds shall be issued for the purpose of defraying all or part of the cost of the purchase, acquisition and construction of improvements to the Village's existing water supply system (the "System"), consisting of improvements to the well supply system including the drilling of two or three new wells, the installation of new pumps, motors and controls, standby electrical power and miscel­ laneous accessories and the abandonment of existing wells; improvements to the water distribution system including the replacement of undersized watermain with approximately 8,000 lineal feet of new 6", 8M and 12" diameter watermain and the installation of new valves, hydrants and service con­ nections as necessary; and improvements to the elevated storage tank including the removal and replacement of the interior coating of the water tank; and related appurtenances, improvements and interests in land (the “Project"). In addition, a portion of the Bonds shall be used to refinance/refund the Village’s Water Supply System Revenue Bonds, which are currently outstanding in the principal amount of $37,000. ESTIMATED PROJECT COST The total estimated cost of the proposed water Project is $1,188,000 The Village has received a Community Development Block Grant in the amount of $350,350 to pay costs of the Project. The bal­ ance of the cost of the Project in the amount of $838,000 and the refunding of the Village's existing bonds in the amount of $37,000 is currently expected to be funded by a long-term low-interest loan from the United States Department of Agriculture Rural Development to be evidenced by the pro­ posed revenue bonds under Act 94 of the Public Acts of Michigan of 1933, as amended, in an amount not to exceed $875,000. In the alternative, the Village may obtain a loan evidenced by the proposed revenue bonds from another source acceptable to the Village in an amount not to exceed $875,000. MAXIMUM AMOUNT AND TERMS OF REPAYMENT The Bonds of this issue shall be issued in one or more series in a maximum aggregate amount not to exceed $875,000, shall mature serially with interest on the unpaid balance at a rate not to exceed the maximum rate of interest allowed by law and shall be repaid over a term not to exceed the maximum term permitted by law The Bonds shall be issued pursuant to Act 94 of the Public Acts of Michigan of 1933. as amended SOURCE OF PAYMENT OF REVENUE BONDS The pnnapal of and interest on the Revenue Bonds shall be payable solely from the revenues received by the Village from the operation of the Village water supply system The revenues will be denved from rates and charges billed to the users of the system, a schedule of which is presently on file in the office of the Village Clerk Said rates and charges may be revised from time to erne to pro­ vide sufficient revenues to provide for the expenses of operating and maintaining the system, to pay the pnnapal of and interest on the proposed bonds and to pay other obUgabons of the system RIGHT OF REFERENDUM THE REVENUE BONDS WILL BE ISSUED WITHOUT A VOTE OF THE ELECTORS APPROV­ ING THE BONDS UNLESS WITHIN 45 DAYS FROM THE DATE OF PUBLICATION OF THIS NOTICE OF INTENT A PETITION, SIGNED BY NOT LESS THAN 10% OF THE REGISTERED ELECTORS RESIDING WITHIN THE LIMITS OF THE VILLAGE OF FREEPORT SHALL HAVE BEEN FILED WITH THE VILLAGE CLERK REQUESTING A REFERENDUM UPON THE QUES.TION OF THE ISSUANCE OF THE BONDS IF PETITIONS ARE SO FILED THE REVENUE BONDS SHALL NOT BE ISSUED UNTIL APPROVED BY THE VOTE OF A MAJORITY OF THE ELECTORS OF THE VILLAGE QUALIFIED TO VOTE AND VOTING ON THE REVENUE BONDS AT A GENERAL OR SPECIAL ELECTION This Notice is published pursuant io the requirements of Section 33 of Act 94 of the Pubic Acts of Michigan of 1933, as amended, and was approved by the Village Coundl of the Wage of Freeport on October 15, 2003. 06573974 Yvonne Aspinall. Village Clerk Village of Freeport was indicated only by a paint stripe. When a bus and a truck meet on the road, they would veer over the lines he said. He suggested the trail might still be routed from the old rail way. onto the east side of Lake and onto Main and north to the trail again. Penfold reminded that w hat is proposed is in a public right of way. but dictating this use is not in public interest. He said it was not the fault of the busi­ nesses using the street, nor of those wanting to use it for a trail. 'It's been that way for 75 years. That’s the way this has been established. There isn't a practical means to resolve it. I think we’ve got to try to work with it.' He suggested, "Is it possible for those going north to use Lake Street and those going south to go the west side of Kinsey?" Roger Sabine. Kent County trail planner, said he would be w illing to look at anything, but asked. "Where does the trail meet back up?" Penfold said the Lake Street sidewalk is only four feet wide, but it would route peo­ ple downtown, which wouldn’t be all bad. The division would occur on Main Street and on Maple Street comers. Another option of a single ten-foot-wide trail would allow for two-way trail traffic. Trustee Dan Erskine suggest­ ed putting the entire trail width (10 to 15 feet) onto the east side of Kinsey, and to try to find ways to keep trucks off it. He thought splitting the trail was asking for trouble, with some trail users having to cross Kinsey in order to go south and then cross Johnson, and across Kinsey again to get back on the two-way trail south of Maple, Overall, this would be better, because it would be easier to control vehicle traffic, he said. One resident said means to slow the traffic in the area should be tried. Stop signs and cross walks were discussed. Erskine said a couple of spots on a single lane trail would be narrower than See Rail-Trail, page 16 CALEDONIA TOWNSHIP CALEDONIA TOWNSHIP BOARD October 15. 2003 Present Harrison. Snyder, Cardwell. Bujak, Robertson and Stauffer Absent Bravata Also Present Utilities Admin­ istrator Pierson. Deputy Clerk Palmer. Engineer Wilcox, and several citizens Supervisor Harnson called the regular Caledonia Township meeting to order at 7:03 p.m Supervisor Harnson led the Pledge and Invocation CONSIDERATION OF THE AGENDA: Moved Harnson, sec­ ond Snyder to add item 10F Amendment to Shangnlaw settle­ ment Ayes All MOTION CAR­ RIED. Moved Robertson, second Harrison to add item 10G - JEP amendment Ayes All MOTION CARRIED. Bujak removed item 5G- - Fire Department Report PUBLIC COMMENT: None CONSENT AGENDA: Moved Harrison, second Snyder to ap­ SYNOPSIS prove the consent agenda minus VILLAGE OF MIDDLEVILLE, item G Ayes All MOTION CAR­ MICHIGAN RIED. Bujak discussed the COUNCIL MEETING MINUTES report. Harrison requested that SEPTEMBER 23, 2003 members contact Fire Chief The regular meeting of the directly with ideas regarding the Village of Middleville, Michigan report. Moved Harrison, second Council was called to order at 7:00 p.m. by Mr. Lon Myers, Bujak to approve item 5G - Fire Council President of the Village Department Report. Ayes: All of Middleville, Michigan, in the MOTION CARRIED. INQUIRY OF CONFLICT OF Council Chamber of the Village Hall. Members present: Mr. Floyd INTEREST: None REPORT FROM BOARD Bray, Mrs. Dorothy Corson, Mr William Kenyon, Mr. Michael OFFICERS AND STAFF: Bujak discussed the Planning Commis­ Lytle and Mr. Lon Myers. Members absent Mr. Charles sion meeting regarding PMR’s Pullen and Mrs. Marilyn and requested the board look at VandenBerg. Minutes of the the zoning ordinance regarding September 09, 2003 meeting PMR’s CORRESPONDENCE: None were approved. The Agenda was ADOPTION OF 2004 PRO­ approved. Mr. Clair Miller submit­ POSED BUDGET: Robertson ted the Earth Tech report raised several questions for clar­ ACTIONS TAKEN 1 Set a meeting for October ification. Moved Harrison, sec­ 14, 6:00 p.m. to review resumes ond Bujak to adopt the 2003 to potential Village Manager can­ budget Ayes Harnson, Snyder, didates, set October 25, 9:00 Cardwell, Bujak and Stauffer a.m. for interviews and Nay Robertson MOTION CAR­ November 04 . 6:30 p m. to offi­ RIED. cially hire a Village Manager on a PUBUC HEARING 7:30 P.M. motion made by Mr Bray and FOR SPECIAL ASSESSMENT supported by Mrs. Corson DISTRICT: Attorney Jim White 2 Approved the invoices dated explained the special assess­ September 15 and September ment and the roll Moved 19. 2003 in the amount of Harnson second Bujak to open $123,338.28 on a motion made the public heanng at 7:30 pm by Mr Lytle and supported by Mr Questions arose regarding who Bray wa gang to be assessed and 3. Appointed Mollie Reed to where the pipes were going to be the Planning Commission to fill run Moved Harnson to close the an unexpired term expmng April public heanng at 7:35 p.m. 30, 2005 on a motion made by PUBUC HEARING 7:35 P.M. Mr Bray and supported by Mr FOR SPECIAL ASSESSMENT Lytle DISTRICT ROLL: Moved 4 Approved the bid from Harnson, second Cardwell to Hammond Brothers in the open the pubic hearing at 7 35 amount of $10,943.00, for side­ pm Attorney Jtm White ex­ walk repair on a motion made by plained Moved Harrison, second Mr Bray and supported by Mr Bujak to close the pubic hearing Lytle 5. Adjourned the meeting at at 737 p.m Ayes All MOTION CARRIED 7:50 p.m. on a motion made by CONSIDER SPECIAL Mr Bray and supported by Mr ASSESSMENT RESOLUTION Kenyon NO. 2: Attorney Jun White "• : explained Moved Harnson, sec­ Rhonda L. Ftsk, Clerk The complete text of the minutes ond Cardwell to adopt special may be read at tne Village HaH assessment resolution No. 2 Determination to make public between the hours of 9 00 a m and 5:00 p.m Monday through improvements, approval of plans and estimate ofr costs, final Friday. oktvt VILLAGE OF MIDDLEVILLE expected, but this would mean most of the trail would be con­ nected. Penfold said he thought the passage along the west side of Kinsey was better, even next to the lumber yard. He said lots of people park across the street on the east anyway. Erskine said Elevator traffic use of the east side of Kinsey is concentrated to about 10 days in July and in the fall, from 30 to 45 days during heavy harvest times. Overall, this would cause less conges­ tion and would be easier to accommodate. A survey and analysis of actual street situations and what would practically work was thought necessary before determination of special assess­ ment roll. hen. payment and col­ lection of special assessment Roll call vote Ayes All MOTION CARRIED. CONSIDER MOTION TO SCHEDULE SALE OF BONDS NOV. 5. 2003: Attorney Jim White explained Moved Snyder, second Cardwell to schedule the sale of the Township's capital improvement bonds for Wednesday. November 5. 2003 at 4:00 p.m with the results of the sale to be reported to trie Township Board ior action at a special Township Board meeting on Wednesday. November 5. 2003 at 5 30 pm Ayes: Harrison. Snyder. Cardwell, and Stauffer Nay Bujak and Robert­ son MOTION CARRIED. The regularly scheduled meeting will be held at 5:30 with no meeting held at 7:00 on November 5, 2003 CONSIDER RESOLUTION TO AUTHORIZE ADVANCE AND REIMBURSEMENT FOR TOWNSHIP WATER SYSTEM IMPROVEMENTS: Harrison explained the item. Moved Cardwell, second Stauffer to adopt a resolution to authorize advance and reimbursement for Township water system improve­ ments Roll call vote Ayes Harrison, Snyder, Cardwell, Robertson and Stauffer Nay Bujak MOTION CARRIED. SHANGRILAW AMEND­ MENT: Harrison explained the amendment regarding lot 35 and the need for the amendment. Mike Berg of Dykema Excava­ tors explained the need for this amendment and that the lot is at the radius of the cul-de-sac. Mike Berg assumed the cost relating to the consent judgment amend­ ment Moved Cardwell, second Stauffer to approve the amend­ ment to the Shangnlaw consent judgment Ayes: All MOTION CARRIED. JEP AMENDMENT: Robert­ son discussed the Finance Committee looking into the JEP and a cost of Irving increase He requested that we adjust the JEP immediately by 2% and that in February 2004 adjust it by 2% and then every March 1st after that we increase the JEP by the consumer price index annually Moved Harrison, second Robertson to approve the 2% increase m the JEP pay scale brackets and 2% m February 2004, and then an increase of the consumer price index be made on March 1st annually Ayes All MOTION CARRIED. BOARD COMMENTS: Cardwell questioned if the Finance Committee had looked into the point factor regarding individual positions The Finance Committee decided that it was not their responsibility, but the department head Robertson also questioned Fund Balance PUBLIC COMMENT (EXTENDED 5 MINUTES): NONE ADJOURNMENT: Moved Harnson, second Stauffer to adjourn Ayes All MOTION CARRIED. 0M74122 �The Sun and News. Middleville. October 21. 2003/ Page 15 an ORDINANCE TO AMEND THE MIDDLEVILLE VILLAGE CODE RELATED TO USE OF PUBLIC RIGHTS OF WAYS An Ordinance to amend the Mtddtevfite V'fiage Code by adding a new subsection to Section 1 -23 of Article IV of Chapter 63 o< said code THE VILLAGE OF MIDDLEVILLE ORDAINS Section 1 Purpose The purpose of this ordinance is to regulate access to and ongoing use of pubic nght$-of way by tetecommurncabon$ providers for their telecommuni­ cations facilities while protecting the puttee health safety and welfare and exerasmg reasonable con­ trol of the pubic nghts-of-way in compliance with metropolitan Extension Telecommunication Rights of Way Oversight Act (Act No 48 of the Pubic Acts of 2002) (’AcT) and other applicable law. and to ensure that the Village qualifies for distributions under the Ad by modifying the fees charged to providers and complying with the Act. Section 2 Conflict Nothing m this ordinance shall be construed m such a manner as to conflict with the Act or other applicable law Section 3 Terms Defined. The terms used tn this ordinance shall have the foliowing meanings Act means the Metropolitan Extension Telecommunications Rights-of-Way Oversight Act (Act No 48 of the Pubic Acts of 2002). as amended from time to time Village means the Village of Middleville Village Council means the Village Council of the Village of Middleville or its designee This Section does not authonze delegation of any decisions or function that is required by law to be made by the Village Council Village Manager means the Village Manager or his or her designee Permit means a non exclusive permit issued pur­ suant to the Act and this ordinance to a tetecommu ncations provider to use the pubic rights of way in the Village for its telecommunications facilities All other terms used in this ordinance shall have the same meaning as defined or as provided in the Act, including without limitation the following Authority means the Metropolitan Extension Telecommunications Rights of Way Oversight Authority created pursuant to Section 3 of Act MPSC means the Michigan Public Service Commission in the Department of Consumer and Industry Services and shall have the same meaning as the terms “Commission’m the Act Person means an individual, corporation, partner ship, association, governmental entity, or any other legal entity Public Right-Of-Way means the area on, below, or above a public roadway, highway, street, alley, ease­ ment or waterway Public right-of-way does not include federal, state or pnvate right-of-way Telecommunications Facilities or Facilities means the equipment or personal property, such as copper and fiber cables, lines, wires, switches, conduits pipes and sheaths, which are used to or can gener ate, receive, transmit, carry, amplify or provide telecommunications services or signals. Telecommunication facilities or facilities do not include antennas, supporting structures or anten­ nas, equipment shelters or houses, and any ancillary equipment and miscellaneous hardware used to pro­ vide federally licensed commercial mobile service as defined in Section 332(d) of Part I of Title III of the Communications Act of 1934, Chapter 652, 48 Stat 1064, 47 CI S C. 332 and further defined as com­ mercial mobile radio service in 47 CFR 20.3. and service provided by any wireless, two-way commu­ nication device Telecommunications Provider. Provider and Telecommunications Services means those terms as defined in Section 102 of the Michigan Telecommunications Act 1991 PA 179, MCL 484 2102 Telecommunications provider does not include a person or an affiliate of that person when providing a federally licensed commercial mobile radio service as defined in Section 332(d) of Part I of the Communications Act of 1934. Chapter 652. 48 Stat 1064 . 47 U S.C 332 and further defined as commercial mobile radio service in 47 CFR 20 3, or service provided by any wireless two-way commu­ nication device For the purpose of the Act and this ordmance only, a provider also includes al! of the fol­ lowing (a) A cable television operator that provides a telecommunications service (b) Except as otherwise provided by the Act. a person who owns telecommunications facili­ ties located within a public nght-of-way (c) A person providing broadband Internet trans­ port access service I Section 4 Permit Required. (a) Permit Requred Except as otherwise provid­ ed <i the Act. a tetecommumcations provider using or seeking to use puttee nght-of-way ri the Village tor its telecommunications tactebes shall apply tor and obtain a permit pursuant to this ordnance (b) Application Telecommunications providers shad apply tor a perm* on an application form approved by the MPSC n accordance with Section 6( 1) of toe Ad A tetecommuncabons provider shafi fite one copy of the appbeabon with the vmage cterx one copy wflh the Village Manager, and one copy with the Village Attorney Upon roewpt the VAage Clerk shall maxe copies of the appbeabon and distribute a copy to the vteage councfi mem­ bers Applications shall be complete and include al information required by the Act including without hmitabor a route map show­ ing the location of the provider s existing ana I 08674124 _______ proposed factebes «i accordance with Section 6(5) of the Act (c) Confidential information If a tetecommuncabons provider claims that any portion of the route maps submitted by < as part of its appli­ cation contain trade secret, proprietary or con­ fidential information. whch is exempt from the Freedom of Information Act 1976 PA 442. MCL 15 231 to 15.246. pursuant to Section 6(5) of the Act. the telecommunications provider snail prommentfy so indicate on the face of each map (d) Application Fee Except as otherwise provid­ ed by Act. the appbeabon shaft be accompa­ nied by a one-time non-refundabte application fee in the amount of $500 00 (e) Additional Information The Village Manager may request an applicant to submit such addi­ tional information which the Village Manager deems reasonably necessary or relevant. The applicant shall comply with al such requests in compliance with reasonable deadlines tor such additional information established by the Village Manager if the Village and the appli­ cant cannot agree on the requirement of addi­ tional information requested by the Village, the Village or the applicant shall notify the MPSC as provided in Section 6(2) of the Act (f) Previously Issued Permits Pursuant to Section 5(1) of the Act. authonzabons or per­ mits previously issued by the City under Section 251 of the Michigan Telecommunications Act 1991 PA 179, MCL 484 2251 and authonzabons or permits issued by the Village to telecommunications providers prior to the 1995 enactment of Section 251 of the Michigan Telecommunications Act but after 1985 shall satisfy the permit requirements of this ordinance (g) Existing Providers Pursuant to Section 5(3) of the Act. within 180 days from November 1, 2002 the effective date of the Act. a telecom­ munications provider with facilities located in a public nght-of-way in the Village as of such date that has not previously obtained author­ ization or a permit under Section 251 of the Michigan Telecommunications Act. 1991 PA 179. MCL 484 2251. shall submit to the Village as an application tor a permit in accor­ dance with the requirements of this ordinance Pursuant to Section 5(3) of the Act. a telecom­ munications provider submitting an appltca bon under this subsection is not required to pay the $500 00 application fee required under subsection (4) above A provider under this subsection shall be given up to an addi­ tional 180 days to submit the permit applica­ tion if allowed by the Authority, as provided in Section 5(4) of the Act Section 5 Issuance of Pennit. (a) Approval or Denial The authority to approve or deny an application for a permit is hereby delegated to the Village Manager Pursuant to Section 15(3) of the Act, the Village Manager shall approve or deny an application for a per­ mit within forty-five (45) days from the date a telecommunications provider files an applica­ tion for a permit under Section 4(b) of this ordinance for access to a public nght-of-way within the Village. Pursuant to Section 6(6) of the Act, the Village Manager shall notify the MPSC when the Village Manager has granted or denied a permit, including information regarding the date on which the application was filed and the date on which permit was granted or denied The Village Manager shall not unreasonably deny an application for a permit. (b) Form of Permit It an application for permit is approved the Village Manager shall issue the permit in the form approved by the MPSC. with or without additional or different permit terms, m accordance with Sections 6(1), 6(2) and 15 of the Act. (c) Conditions Pursuant to Section 15(4) of the Act. the Village Manager may impose condi­ tions on the issuance of a permit, which con­ ditions shall be limited to the telecommunica­ tions provider 's access and usage of the pub­ ic nght-of-way (d) Bond Requirements Pursuant to Section 15(3) of the Act. and without hmdabon on sub­ section (c) above the Village Manager may require that a bond be posted by toe telecom­ munications provider as a condition of the permit If a bond is requred, it shall not exceed the reasonable cost to ensure that the pubic nght-of-way s relumed to its ongncJ condition dunng and after the tetecommumcabons provider s access and use Section 6 Construction/Engineenng Permit. A tetecommuncabons provider shaf not com­ mence construction upon, over, across or under the pubic ngnts-of-way wi toe vaage wflhout first obtamng a construction or engineering permit as requred under Cn^ter 63 of toe Code, as amended, tor con­ struction within toe puttee nghts-ol-way No tee Shafi be cfwged tor such a construction or engineering pemvt Section 7 Conduit or Ltotafy Potee Pursuant to Section 4(3) 0< the Act obtaining a permit or payng toe tees requred under toe Act or onoer this ordnance does not give a tetecomnxcvcabons provider a nght to use condor or ubtey poles Section 8 Route Map* Pursuant to Section 6(7) of toe Act a tetecomnw- ncatxxis provider shall, within 90 days after the sub­ stantial completion of construction of new telecom muncatcms factebes m the Village submit route maps showing the location of the tetecommunicabons facilities to both the MPSC and the Village The route maps should be in paper format unless and until the MPSC determines otherwise, in accordance with Section 6(8) of the Act. Section 9 Repair of Damage Pursuant to Section 15(5) of the Act. a tetecommumcabons providef undertaking an excavation or construction or nstaHmg tetecommumcabons tacteties within a public nght-of-way or temporanty obstructing a public nght-of-way in the Village, as authorized by a permit, shafi promptly repair afi dam­ age done to the street surface and all installations under, over, below or within the public nght-of-way and shall promptly restore tne public right-of-way to its preexisting condition Section 10 Establishment and Payment of Maintenance Fee. ki addition to the non-refundabte application fee paid to the Village set forth in Subsection 4(d) above, a telecommunications provider with telecommunica­ tions facilities in the Village public nghts-of-way shall pay an annual maintenance fee to the Authority pur­ suant to Section 8 of the Act Section 11 Modification of Existing Fees In compliance with requirements of Section 13(1) of the Act. the Village hereby modifies, to the extent necessary, any fees charged to telecommunications providers after November 1. 2002. the effective date of the Act. relating to access and usage of the pub­ lic nghts-of-way. to an amount not exceeding the amounts of fees and charges required under the Act. which shall be paid to the Authority In compliance with the requirements of Section 13(4) of the Act. the Village also hereby approves modification of the »ees of providers with telecommunications facilities in public nghts-of-way within the Village boundaries, so that those providers pay only those fees required under Section 8 of the Act The Village shall provide each telecommunications provider affected by the fee with a copy of this ordinance, in compliance with the requirement of Section 13(4) of the Act. To the extent any fees are charged telecommunications providers in excess of the amounts permitted under the Act. or which are otherwise inconsistent with the Act. such imposition is hereby declared to be con­ trary to the Village s policy and intent, and upon application by a provider or discovery by the Village, shall be promptly refunded as having been charged in error. Section 12 Savings Clause. Pursuant to Section 13(5) of the Act. if Section 8 of the Act is found to be invalid or unconstitutional, the modification of fees under Section 11 above shall be void from the date the modification was made. Section 13 Use of Funds. Pursuant to Section 10(4) of the Act, ail amounts received by the Village from the Authority shall be used by the Village solely for rights-of-way related purposes. Depositing the amounts received into the Major Street Fund and/or Local Street Fund, main­ tained by the Village under Act. No. 51 of the Public Acts of 1951, would help ensue compliance with this requirement of the Act. Section 14 Annual Report. Pursuant to Section 10(5) of the Act, the Village Manager shall file an annual report with the Authority on the use and disposition of funds annually distrib­ uted by the Authority. Section 15 Cable Television Operators. Pursuant to Section 13(6) of the Act, the Village shall not hold a cable television operator in default or seek any remedy for its failure to satisfy an obliga­ tion, if any, to pay after November 1,2002. the effec­ tive date of this Act. a franchise fee or similar fee on that portion of gross revenues from charges the cable operator received for cable modem services provided through broadband internet transport access services. Section 16 Existing Rights. Pursuant to Section 4(2) of the Ad except as expressly provided herein with respect to tees, this ordinance shall not affed any existing nghts that a telecommunications provider or the Village may have under a permit issued by the Village or under a contract betveen the Village and a tetecommumcatxjns provider related to the use of the pubic nghtsof-way Section 17 Compliance. The Vteage hereby deciares that its policy and intent m adopting this ordinance is to tufty comply with the requirements of the Act, and the provisions hereof should be construed in such a manner as to achieve that purpose The Vteage shafi comply m al respects with the requirements of the Ad, mdudtog but not limited to the kteowmg (a) Exempting certain route maps from the Freedom of formation Act 1976 PA 442, MCL 15 231 to 15246. as provided m Section 4(c) of this ordnance (b) Afiowmg certam previously issued permits to satisfy the permit requrements hereof, n accordance with Section 4(f) of this ordF nance (c) Afiowmg existing providers addrtionai wne n whch to submit an application tor a permit and excusing such providers from the $500 appkeation tee. n accordance with Section 4(g) of this ordinance; Approving or denying an application for a permrt wrthm forty-five (45) days from the date a telecommunications provider files an appbea bon for a permit tor access to and usage of a puttee right-of-way with the Village, n acuordance with Section 5(a) of this ordinance. (el Notifying the MPSC when the Village has granted or dented a permit, m accordance with Section 5<a) of this ordinance (f) Not unreasonably denying an application for a permit. *i accordance with Section 5(a) of this ordinance; (g) Issuing a permit m the form approved by the MPSC. with or without additional or different permit terms, as provided m Section 5(b) of this ordinance. (h) Limiting the conditions imposed on the issuance of a permit to the tetecommumctihons provider s access and usage of the pub­ lic nght-of way. in accordance with Section 5(c) Qi this ordinance (i) Not requinng a bond of a telecommunications provider, which exceeds the reasonable cost to ensure that the public nght of-way is returned to its original condition during and after the telecommunications provider s access and use. in accordance with Section 5(d) of this ordinance. (j) Not charging any telecommunications providers any additional fees for construction or engineering permits, tn accordance with Section 6 of this ordinance. (k) Providing each telecommunications provider affected by the Village s nght-of-way fees with a copy of this ordinance, in accordance with Section 11 of this ordinance (l) Submitting an annual report to the Authority, in accordance with Section 14 of this ordinance, and (m) Not holding a cable television operator in default for a failure to pay certain franchise fees, m accordance with Section 15 of this ordinance I I (d) I I I I Section 18 Reservation of Public Powers Pursuant to Section 15(2) of the Act, this ordi­ nance shall not limit the Village s right to review and approve a telecommunications provider s access to and ongoing use of a public right of way or limit the Village's authority to ensure and protect the health, safety an<1 welfare of the public Section 19 Severability The various parts, sentences, paragraphs, sec­ tion and clauses of this ordinance are hereby declared to be severable If any part, sentence, paragraph, section, or clause of this ordinance is adjudged unconstitutional or invalid by a court or administrative agency of competent jurisdiction, the unconstitutionality or invalidity shall not affect the constitutionality or validity of any remaining provi­ sions of this ordinance. Section 20 Authorized Village Officials The Village Manager or his or her designee ie hereby designated as the authorized Village official to issue municipal civil infraction citations (directing alleged violators to appear in court) or municipal civil infraction violation notices (directing alleged viola tors to appear at the municipal chapter violations bureau) for violations under this ordinance as pro­ vided by the Village Code Section 21 Municipal Civil Infraction. A person who violates any provision of this ordi­ nance or the terms or conditions of a permit is rea­ sonable for a municipal civil infraction, and shall tie subject to fines and costs as set forth in the sched ute of fines adopted and amended from time to time by the village council Nothing in this Section 21 shall be construed to limit the remedies available to the Village in the event of a violation by a person of this ordinance or a permit Section 22 Repealer Ail ordinances and portions of ordinances incon­ sistent with this ordinance are hereby repeated Section 23 Effective Date This ordinance shafi take effect on November 1, 2003 Adopted this 14th day of October 2003 YEAS Bray, Kenyon Lytte, Myers. Pullen NAYS None ABSENT Corson VandenBerg CERTIFICATION We, Rhonda Ftek and Lon Myers. Village Clerk and Village President, respectively tor the Village ol Middtevitte hereby certify that the foregoing amend­ ment to the Middtevtee Village Code was adopted at a regular meeting of the Vifiage Council of the Vfitage of Mtodteviite on the 14th day of October. 2003 AYES Bray Kenyon, Lytte, Myers. Pullen NAYS None ABSENT Corson, Vandenberg Lon Myers, President Rhonda Fisk, Clerk �Page 16/The Sun and News, Middleville. October 21, 2003 Caledonia's utility bond sale planned for Nov. 5 by Ruth Zacharv Staff Writer The Caledonia Township Board last Wednesday brought the new M-37 utility district closer to completion with approval to get the Lepard Cherry Valley con­ struction started this year. The board also set Nov. 5 for the sale of bonds for the larger utility project The bond sale bids will be accepted at 4 p.m. and the official end of the deal will be handled at an early township board meeting on Nov. 5, with regular business to fol­ low. The terms of the Cherry Valley special assessment district will be handled NOTICE OF PUBLIC HEARING Please be advised the Village of Middleville Planning Commission will hold a public hearing on Tuesday. November 4, 2003, at 700 p.m.. or as soon thereafter as the matter can be heard, in Village offices 100 E Mam Street. Middleville Michigan The purpose of the public hearing will be to consid­ er a special use application for Home Occupation by Rick Winans. 178 Hunters Trail Court, Middleville, Michigan The proposed use is a home office for a landscape services busi­ ness. No outdoor storage of equipment is proposed The application ts available for review at Village offices. 9:00 a m -5:00 p m Monday through Friday Any interested person may attend the heanng and offer the Commission comments on this application or may write to the Planning Commission prior to the hearing dale at the address given above Respectfully Submitted, Ray Peters. Secretary Planning Commission 00673970 p/HURRY IN SALE! HALLOWEEN CLOTHING & DECOR 25% OFF through a contract previously approved, between the prop­ erty owners (the Lepard fami­ ly) and the township. The contract constitutes a petition. Attorney James WTiite explained, requiring a public heanng. The assessment roll also required a hearing. Payment is to be made over 20 annual installments. The public hearings result­ ed primarily in questions, with no objections. Determination of public improvements, costs and of the special assessment district and roll for the Cherry Valley property was the task before the board. Supervisor Bryan Hamson explained it would not affect any neighboring properties. Utilities Administrator Rich Pierson said the Lepard Park property would be served from the southwest for water off M-37. Sewer would come from the south. He said in the next five to eight years, another water main would be routed east on 76th Street to tie into the north part of the develop­ ment. Both parts of the Lepard property actions were approved by the board Trustee Wally Bujak was opposed, as he has resisted the entire utility project for several months, although he favors the Lepard project. A resolution to allow Caledonia Excavating to start construction for water main to the Spring Valley and TK tennis, continued from page 13 GREA T NEW SWEA TERS _________ HAVE ARRIVED!_______really j SWIMSUITS & SUMMER CLOTHING \ / M . j J v. 60% OFF _ CHECK OUT OUR OTHER IN STORE SPECIALS ALSO! 11402 Chief Nocoday, Gin Lake <6i6>js947 1 HOURS: Mon Sat 10-6. 1 ( Sun 10-4 Wed 10-8 |0667*?69 wanted it. They really wanted to play good tennis." Along with Beth Sleorts. Jazwinski and Tiffany Miller each finished with winning records this season. Jazwinski was 14-12. and Miller finishes the year at 14-11. Amb^r Steorts and Tietz combined for 11 wins this fall at first doubles. Andrea Otto had 12 wins at second doubles, and Adams won 11 times at third doub’s. Lepard projects in anticipa­ tion of the sale of bonds, was approved in a 5-1 vote, with Bujak opposed. Money to start construction is to be reimbursed to the general fund when bonds are sold. Costs are estimated at $336,000. Other business discussion included; • An amendment to the Blackstone project consent judgment was requested, to adjust the portion owned by Shangrilaw. The changes would permit setbacks to be shifted to allow structures on the property to accommodate the wetlands with sufficient distance. The home is to be located on a cul-de-sac and will not be obviously at odds with surrounding structures. • Bujak reported the Planning Commission in this month's meeting recommend­ ed the conclusion of a portion of a PMR owned by VILLAGE OF CALEDONIA Summary Minutes of the Regular Meeting of the Village of Caledonia October 13, 2003 Call to Order at 7:00 p.m. Pledge of Allegiance. Present: Erskine. Bierlein, Maviglia, Audy, Unger, Penfold. Regan & Ayers Absent: Zandstra. Consideration of meeting agenda: All ayes-motion carried Public Comment: None Written Correspondence: 1. Discussion regarding letter to and from Caledonia Township about the cable TV Audy wanted an update on the condition of the equipment. Approval of Consent Agenda: All ayes, motion car­ ried. Inquiry of Conflict of Interest: Engineers Report: Paul Galdes from Fleis & VandenBrink reviewed the intersection at Main & Kinsey streets. Roger Sabine from Kent County Parks re­ viewed the Rails to Trails portion on Kinsey Street and discussion broke out regarding the two issues. Township Liaison Report: Village Manager Report: 1 Holiday hours were dis­ cussed. 2. Service Organization signs to be placed on existing Welcome Signs. All ayes - motion carried 3. Election update-November 25, 2003 at 4:00 p.m , is the deadline for nominating petitions for the March 2004 election Presidents Report: Old Business. None. New Business: A Doug Vredevelde from Rehmann/Robson gave a review of our 2003 audit. B Obsolete office machines & computers will be recycled or donated C Copier bids-Tabied D Motion by Biertem support­ ed by Maviglia to approve Bill McNeitty s attendance at New Approaches to Managing Traffic Ail ayes-motion earned E. R19-03 Resolution to Authorize Change in Standard Streettighting Contract - Glen Valley *5 Motion by Unger sup­ port by Erskine all ayes-motion carried Public Comment: Council Comments: Parking was a problem on the north side of Johnson Street, east of School St Audy made a motion to add an additional NO Parking sign, supported by Unger, all ayesmotion earned Meeting Adjourned at 8:55 p.m. Respectfully Submitted Sandra Ayers, Clerk obstmi* ent) was earlier this year asked to report monthly to the board on details of fire and safety activities and issues as a part of his duties. Bujak suggested board members forward requests for useful information to the chief or from Supervisor Bryan Harrison so answers could be included in his report. He said he would like records and reports on acci­ dents at intersections along M-37 be made a regular part of the chiefs report, which could help document the need for traffic signals. Jousma/DenHartigh. Though the DenHartigh portion was recommended to continue through 2006. Bujak urged board members to look close­ ly at completion of reclama­ tion details of the Jousma parcels being phased out. Other PMRs would follow, and as the first PMR to end. this would set a precedent for those to follow in the next few years. He said he saw a need to work closely w ith the zoning administrator and the manager on enforcing the standards of reclamation. • The Fire Chief (not pres­ Rail-Trail, continued from pg. 14 trail is complete and two or three areas remain to connect it all the way through. They hope to put the Caledonia trail section in next spring. Residents are invited to phone in their idea> The matter will be dis­ cussed again next month. planning to square off the street intersections. Both a split route on Kinsey or Lake or a single route on one side of Kinsey were to be considered. Sabine and Galdes were to plan this with DPW Supervisor Buff Rodgers and other officials joining in. 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Back yard has a children’s play area and many large beautiful shade trees. The rest of the property is open in back for a pole bam or even farming. There is potential for additional acreage Great opportunity Come sec right away! 616-405-5149 Christopher Teller. Agent, Westdale Realty Co. 3 Assistant Managers Now taking applications at both the Hastings and Gun Lake McDonalds: • Full time with benefits • Must be at least 18 yrs of age • Need open availability • Experience helpful but not necessary • Apply in person I Hastings Gun Lake 1215 W. State St. Hastings, Ml 49058 1515 Patterson Wayland, Ml 49348 .w �The Sun and News. Middleville. October 21. 2003/ Page 17 From Our Readers Thornapple appoints enforcement officer Local Citizens Speak Out On Issues Who took the ‘community’ out of our school system? To the editor: Within the past year or so. it seems that there has been a very subtle, and yet very effective, distancing of the administration of Caledonia Community Schools from the residents and students of the district. In a relatively short period of time, behind closed doors, numerous administrative per­ sonal have been quietly "removed" without just cause or reason. These are people who have put the welfare and instruction of children as a top priority in their lives, and have strived to make the insti­ tution of Caledonia Community Schools sound and responsible to the people in the community. A small group of individu­ als now seem to be using the school system as an avenue for personal agenda and advancement. How can some elected individuals, who were elected to protect and pro­ mote the interest of Caledonia schools and current school personnel collectively, along with outside expertise, be unable to find a superintend­ ent to guide the school sys­ tem? They set up the criteria. and after an exhaustive and expensive process, narrowed the field to two candidates who met the entena they set up. Now it suddenly seems that neither candidate is accept­ able. Why? Has now the cri­ teria suddenly changed? Is this not embarrassing for the school district? It seems from the initial information released to the public that the final three can­ didates were very well quaffed to take the helm at Caledonia. Now. suddenly, the information available to the public is surprisingly neg­ ative in the evaluation of the three candidates who met the criteria that was required. Perhaps the district has now decided that they do not want an individual to guide and lead, but rather a puppet who will basically be a figurehead for particular interests. Or perhaps, just perhaps, there is someone who helped set up the criteria, someone who helped eliminate the appar­ ently qualified candidates, someone who has visions of " moving in" (since there are no qualified applicants) to the leadership role without hav­ Hastings City Bank Here For You Since 1886 PART-TIME TELLER Hastings City Bank, a community bank established in 1886, is dedicated to providing outstanding customer service. We are currently looking for a Part-Time Teller to join our team. We currently have an opening in our Middleville office. Qualified applicants will have a general aptitude for math, be detail oriented, and possess excellent customer relations skills. Apply at the Human Resources Department Hastings City Bank 150W. Court st. Hastings. Ml 49058 ing any experience whatsoev­ er in managing a school sys­ tem. Caledonia Community Schools needs an individual, a leader, who is not afraid to take charge, make decisions and guide as the district grows. Someone to manage, not manipulate. I have taken great pains not to mention any names, though I am sure that if you would simply listen and ask ques­ tions you will be able to fill in the blanks. And that is all that I am asking of you: Ask questions! And when you get an answer, question the answer. Prove to yourself that what you are being told is in fact correct, and the truth. I am afraid the truth has been buned and will take some hard work to bring it to the surface. Caledonia Community Schools have long been admired and respected by friends and foes alike. Please do not let certain individuals destroy the integrity, respect, and community that the sys­ tem has been built on. You owe it to yourself, your chil­ dren. your grandchildren, and the children in the community to do a little digging. Find out exactly what is going on behind closed doors within the school system. How can decisions be made in the best interest of Caledonia Community Schools when the community is being left out? Elected representatives should be accountable to those who elected them, and those in administrative posi­ tions should be accountable to those they serve. It is time to put accountability back into the Caledonia Community Schools. Thomas M. DeFer, Hastings To be held at MANPOWER OF HASTINGS Wednesday, October 22nd 9:00 am - 3:00 pm General Labor, Assembly, Machine Operators, Welders, Inspection Upcoming positions in the Hastings, Ionia, Lowell and Ada areas Pay rates range from $7.50-$ 11.00 ♦Qualified candidates must have reliable transportation, be drug free and have a positive work history. ♦To be considered for an interview, please bring drivers license, social security card and 3 most current past employers including dates worked, complete addresses and phone numbers. Contact Manpower of Hastings today for further details. (269) 948-3000 ft MANPOWER 127 N. Market St., Hastings. MI 49058 EOE by Patricia Johns Staff Writer Karen Winans has been appointed zoning enforce­ ment officer for Thomapple Township. The Village of Middleville had employed Winans in this position and Planner Geoff Moffat told the board Winans is doing a good job. She will work for the town­ ship for about 10 hours a w eek at the same $10 an hour salary being paid by the vil­ lage. Voting against the appoint­ ment was Mike Kelley. “This isn't the way to go," he said. At previous meetings he spoken in favor of a sherifT s department representa­ tive doing zoning enforce­ ment. The board also approved the reappointments of Winifred Punt. Ross DeMaagd and Dale Guikema to the Planning Commission for three-year terms ending Nov. 30, 2006. Also re­ appointed to three-year terms on the Township Zoning Board of Appeals were Herm Oosterhouse and Everette Boggs. Sharon Allen was appointed as an alternate. The board also approved the re-rezoning of property on 108th Street back to agricul­ tural residential. Originally owned by Frank Drogowski, who had asked for the parcel to be rezoned rural residential (R-R). Bill and Joan Cutler had purchased part of this property and had requested a return to agricultural residen­ tial (A-R) zoning. The board approved build­ ing two pillars similar to those at Mt. Hope Cemetery for the Parmalee Cemetery . The new emergency serv­ ices station is on schedule except for some block work. it was reported. The township will hold a quarterly meeting at 3 p.m. Thursday. Nov. 6. The next regular meeting will be on Monday evening. Nov. 10. and will include a public hearing on weed con­ trol at Duncan Lake. HELP WANTED ^'QWtimate Spa • Nail Technician • Esthetician • Massage Therapist Parttime. must be willing to work some evenings and every other Saturday. 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William Yost, who left under politically stormy con­ ditions in June at I^ake Odessa, was mentioned among the top six finalists by Bob Hamilton of the Michigan Municipal League (MML) at the Middleville Village Council meeting Tuesday Oct. I4. Six addi­ tional candidates, including former Lakewood School Superintendent Steve Secor, also were mentioned as pos­ sibilities. Village President Lon Myers shared his top six can­ didates with Hamilton and the other members of coun­ cil. Four of his candidates matched Hamilton's and these shared condidtates were considered the “top picks’* of the 45 resumes received. It was decided to first ask the top candidates, followed by some “runner-up candi­ dates" to set up a mutually convenient time for inter­ views on Saturday. Oct. 25. Hamilton said. “The goal is to interview four to six candidates" who come clos­ est to the criteria set by coun- (TTT^ electrical services • Industrial • Commercial | • Residential Excellent Service, Excellent Rates DAVID COMEAU Cell. 616-893-2364 Bus.: 269-795-9317 Middleville. Ml 49333 Licensed and Insured Bill Yost cil before the position was advertised following the res­ ignation in late summer of Bryan Groesbeck, who is now working as assistant city manager for the city of Greenville. Following Tuesday night's meeting. Hamilton will contact candidates and assign them a time for inter­ views on Saturday. Oct. 25. Many of the candidates have experience as man­ agers “We don’t want to start the retraining process again.” AUTO LOANS Good Credit Bad Credit Bankruptcy Liens Etc... Short Job Time Repossession Slow Pay Collections Etc... You May Qualify for Better Financing Than You Think! Over 500 New & Pre-Owned Vehicles to Choose From at... 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Yost told the Lake Odessa Village Council last June that he intended to pursue a mission opportunity through Mission Aviation Fellowship (MAF) at one of its bases in Ecuador or Indonesia as financial manager. When asked last week about his being a finalist in Middleville by Lakewood News reporter Helen Mudry. Yost said he and his family are still planning on being missionaries but first have to raise funds. According to a newsletter Yost sent last summer, the outgoing amount is $21,800 plus a monthly amount of $3,700. He said he has to raise 100 percent of the funding and has raised 6 percent so far. The money is held in an account with the MAF until the full amount is raised. “It Call for Sun & News classified ads "black topsoil" Screened or Unscreened Sand, Gravel, Crushed Concrete DOZER WORK Stumps, Clearing, Driveways Dun's 269-795-7830 BRUCE'S FRAME & ALIGNMENT (616) 868-6087 All Vehicle Makes & Models Insurance Claims - Save On Deductibles Steve Secor may be a couple of years ence. is also being consid­ before we can get the fund­ ered. ing." Yost said. “The timing Steve Secor, who had is all in God’s hands. In the been Lakewood School meantime. I still have a fam­ District superintendent ily to support." Yost said the before becoming the village MML was aware of his mis­ manager in Evart, also is a sionary calling. candidate. He and Lakewood Yost and his family were Schools parted ways after special guests at last Secor was arrested and Sunday’s service at the charged with drunken driv­ Lakewood Church of the ing. Nazarene. where they Hamilton praised Secor appealed for funds to help for his intelligence and abili­ pay for the missionary trip to ty to look at development Indonesia. from a “big picture" outlook, Joining Yost in the first which includes educational six being considered are: and economic opportunities. • Perry Franzoi. who has Now Hamilton begins the 20 years experience and work of checking references, served at Iron Mountain educational background and from 2000 to 2003. He was availability of each of these also manager of Saugatuck candidates. He will also from 1998 to 2000. He has a assign times for interviews master's degree from Central on Saturday. Oct. 25. Michigan University. Hamilton provided the • Steve Guyle has two council with some sample years experience as city questions to be used during manager for Beaverton. In the interviews. Council may addition, he has many years ask candidates to answer of experience in downtown some questions in writing to development. review their written commu­ • Ron Howell, who was nication skills. until recently the village Following the interviews manager in Cedar Springs, more checks of the top can­ has some familiarity with didates will be made, with Middleville. He visited the the council members making area three years ago as part their choice at a special of the mayor exchange pro­ meeting at 6:30 on Tuesday, gram. He has 25 years in Nov. 4. municipal management. Hamilton said. "This is a • Robert Eberhart is the great village with great only candidate to come from potential." out of state. He is currently Myers agreed saying. “We the manager of Newton want the new manager to be Falls, Ohio. He has worked as excited as we are and wiio as manager in several com­ can see the possibilities of munities in Ohio and the village." Michigan. 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October 21. 2003 Middleville girls' harriers conquer new conference by Brett Bremer Sports Editor Diamonds may be a girls’ best friend. but the Middleville varsity girls' cross country team is happy with gold for the moment. The Trojan ladies, after dominating the O-K Blue Conference for years, won their first O-K Gold Conference championship Wednesday afternoon at Johnson Park by edging out South Christian. Middleville freshman Rebecca Winchester finished in second place overall indi­ vidually. with a time of 19:50. topped only by Wayland’s Jessica Armstrong who finished in 19:42. The Trojans finished with a team score of 35 points, ahead of South Christian‘s 41. South had four of the top ten runners while the Trojans’ had only three, but in cross country there is strength in numbers. Kalcigh Page was the sec­ ond across for TK. and fourth overall in 20:44. and Jessica Stortz finished sixth overall in 21.02. South Christian had the third, seventh, eighth, ninth. Caledonia's Drew O’Malley races around the playground equipment at Johnson Park. O'Malley finished fifth overall in the race on Wednesday. and 15th runners in. TK’s fourth and Fifth runners were Natalie Hoag in 11 th at 21:18 HOURS: M-Tii 5am-9pm; Fri. 5am-8pm Sat. 8am-2pm; Sun.9am-3pm 9175 Cherry Valley, Ste. K Caledonia, 891-2994 and Chanev Robinson in 12th at 21:33. 'We figured they would run real tough.’ said TK coach Tammy Benjamin of South Christian. "They didn’t letdown a bit’ Caledonia finished third with 77 points, taking a tiebreaker over Wayland, which also finished with 77. Holland Christian was fifth with 148 points, followed by Byron Center with 181. Hastings and Wyoming Park didn’t race enough competi­ tors to score in the event. The Trojans have enjoyed running against tougher com­ petition this fall. ’The league change has been great for us.’ said Benjamin. "To run against great competition, and coach­ es who know what they're talking about and what’s going on. We also like this same result." Racing against tougher competition all season long could also help the Trojans in Saturday's Division II Regional race at Yankee Springs. "I just hope we win state." said Stortz. That may take an awful lot of improvement in the final week of the season with Grand Rapids Christian, East Grand Rapids, as well as the Sailors to contend with, but the Trojan senior doesn’t see it as impossible. "We need to run a Jot," said Stortz, "and do what coach says." It'll also help if Stortz can gain ground on Winchester, who has been leading the Trojan pack all season. "I still have a better PR (personal Introducing... Ed's New Complete Auto & Truck Glass Service! Quality Auto Glass w Quality Service at an affordable price Mobile Service Direct Insurance Billing Certified Technicians 100% SATISFACTION GUARANTEED There’s No Substitute For Quality... Clearly You Will See The Difference! 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They’ve got to run more in the sum­ mers and be ready to go if they want to get back up to where they w ere a few years ago." Middleville’s Kaleigh Page (right) makes her move around Caledonia’s Tricia Miedema Wednesday at Johnson Park. (Photo by Brett Bremer) record) than her. I can catch at 23:42. her," said Stortz. Caledonia’s boys’ team "I’ll give her a fight," says kept its spot in fourth place in Winchester. the league standings, with its Caledonia’s team had fourth place finish. enough fight in it to move up The Scots’ Drew O’Malley a spot in the final conference medaled in fifth place overall standings. at 17:36. Kirk Post finished in The Scots’ sixth runner in, 13th overall at 18:14, fol­ Sara Krips at 23:56, finished lowed by teammates Frank two spots ahead of Wayland’s D’Amico in 14th at 18:21, number six, Deidre Prescott, John Goebel 20th in 18:38, to break the 77-all tie. and .Aaron Engelbert 32nd in By lopping the Wildcats, 19:24.. the Scots finished in a third The Middleville boys ran place tie with Wayland in the about as well as they were final conference standings, expected. There was no behind Middleville and South change in the final boys* Christian. Last year’s O-K Gold Colorado Blue, Black Hill & champion, senior Tricia White Spruce Miedema led Caledonia in Professionally planted with spade trucks. fifth place at 20:54. Kendra Ross and Brandi 7- 12 foot •'I 35.00 Victory weren’t too far (within 7 miles of light in Middleville, behind her. Ross came in greater distance call for price) tenth at 2108, and Victory 269-795-2232 was 13th in 21:33. Nicole Muuse scored in 25th for Caledonia, at 23:23. Kendal Parbel scored in 28th L.L.C. Dig A Tree Transplanting �The Sun and News. Middtevilte, October 21. 2003/ Page 21 Trojans top Scots in O-K Gold finale Trojan golfers Josh Enyart, (from left) Chase VandenBerg. and Brett Knight show off their all-confer­ ence medals. TK golf season comes to an end, and three earn honors The 2003 Golf season came to a close for the TK Golf Team on Friday, October 10 at the Regional Tournament held at Binder Park in Battle Creek. The Trojans golfers gave it their all, but were still 4 shots away from qualifying for the state tournament when the day ended. The Trojan's were led by Brett Knight who shot a 75. missing qualifying for the stale tournament by I shot. Josh Enyart shot a 78, Chase VandenBerg carded a 79. and Nicky Roush rounded out the scoring with an 84. Three boys from Middleville received honors in the balloting for All Conference. VandenBerg. Enyart and Knight were all selected to the All-OK Gold first team. This was the first year that TK was in the Gold Conference and it proved to be a very challenging league. The difference between the Blue and the Gold Leagues is the fact there are many more talented golfers in the Gold and on any given night any team in the Gold can beat you. VandenBerg ended the conference season with a league leadmg average of 36.44 and a second place fin­ ish in the Conference Tournament. Enyart had a league average of 38.7 and a tie for seventh in the Conference meet. Knight fin­ ishes his conference season with a 40 average and in a tie for seventh in the conference meet. Middleville and Caledonia went head-to-head in the final O-K Gold game of the season for each team. Fifth place in the league tourna­ ment hinged on the outcome, and the Trojans pulled out a 3-0 victory on Tuesday in Middleville. “They’re a scary team.” said Trojan coach Todd McCrumb of the Scots. “We beat them in overtime the first time " The Trojans got the Scots at home for the second time this year, and won for the second time. Mark Mejeur scored two first half goals for TK. then Marco Sanchez added an insurance score in the second half. The Trojans are 8-8-3 overall this fall, but are 7-2-2 on their own field this sea­ son, a statistic which would bode well for this week's district if it weren’t for the likes of Grand Rapids Christian. Caledonia got to face Christian Monday night, while the Trojans visited Greenville. The Trojans have already beaten Greenville twice this season. They topped the Yellow Jackets 3-0 on Thursday in the O-K cross­ over contest. The Trojans won 5-0 the first time the two teams met. “They’re getting better and better,’’ said McCrumb of Greenville. “We were kind of disappointed Thursday. Everybody got in, but we didn’t play our best. There were a couple of slop­ py moments.” There were a couple of good moments for the Trojans as well. Jared Smith scored two first half goals, but then was double teamed in the second half leaving room for Ryan Weesie to knock on past the Greenville keeper. The Scots also won their cross-over match on Thursday . 3-1 over Sparta. The winners of Monday night’s district contests between Caledonia and Christian, and Middleville and Greenville, will meet on Wednesday night at 7:30 in Middleville. 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October 21, 2003 Scots looking to work out of second place stack South Christian is trying to pull away, but it seems the rest of the O-K Gold, includ­ ing the Fighting Scots con­ tinue to beat each other up. Caledonia’s varsity girls’ basketball team kept pace in the four team second place tie in the Gold Thursday by knocking off Wyoming Park 54-41. “Our D picked it up and the offense finally came together.*’ said Caledonia coach Angie Stauffer of the second half surge, which helped her Scots overcome a 10-point third quarter deficit “The whole game we played very good D. We had a lot of shots that just wouldn’t fall." “Can Butcher played the best game of her career." said Stauffer. Butcher ended the night with 15 points, and four assists, all while holding Advertisement $4.95/mo Internet! 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South Christian leads the league at 7-1. “A lot of things will be determined in the next cou­ ple of weeks." said Stauffer. The Scots’ next two con­ test will play a big factor in how things shake out in the league. The Scots visit Byron Center Thursday, then host South Christian next Tuesday. October 28. The Scots came up just short the first time they met each of the two teams. “Both games were very close, and we didn’t win. It took a big toll on us,” said Stauffer. “Hopefully, we’ll be well rested and ready to go” Caledonia senior Julie Slot rises above Lakewood's Jessie Buche (left) for a shot, as her teammate Shelby King (right) goes towards the basket to look for a rebound. (Photo by Brett Bremer) There were times when us." said Lakewood coach the Scots looked like they Mike Maciasz. "The offense were resting in their 33-23 just wasn't there, and that win over Lake wood in a non- happens to us sometimes." league contest Tuesday. Caledonia's lead was Caledonia jumped out to never really in jeopardy in an 11-0 lead in the first quar­ the second half ter and things teetered With all the missed shots between a blow-out and in the game. Caledonia shot Lakewood coming back the 20-percent from the floor and Lakewood 21. there rest of the night. “We kind of got relaxed.” were plenty of chances for girls to grab rebounds. said Stauffer. The Scots had a 23-8 lead Bode finished with 13 at half-time, then led 27-10 boards. King had 10, and heading into the final quarter Slot finished with nine. Slot was the Scots leading as neither team could get scorer with 13 points, and much going on offense. “Their height kind of hurt Butcher added eight. Scots slow down a little on second day at State Caledonia’s varsity boys’ golf team finished 11th in the state over the weekend at the Division II championships at Eagle Crest Golf Course in Ypsilanti. The Scots were tied for sixth after the first day, in which they shot a 329, then scored a 345 on Saturday for a total of 674. At least they made it to the second day. Mount Pleasant won the title by 7-strokes over the runner-up team from Haslett. Mount Pleasant finished the two days with a team score of 634. Haslett scored a 641. Caledonia’s Abe Mulvihill was just short of a top ten finish. He shot an 80 each day to end with a 160. Abe’s younger brother Isaac Mulvihill ended with the Scots’ second best score, a 167. Loren Crandell scored a 171 for Caledonia, Chris 1 xatherman a 176, and Eric Foote a 184. Mount Pleasant’s Ryan Brehm was the tournament medalist with a two-day total of 143, I-under-par for the 36 holes. SOME VACATIONS ARE JUST MORE FUN THAN OTHERS. 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October 21,2003 Trojans are in, Scots can only win and hope by Brett Bremer while Caledonia saw its playSports Editor off hopes dim on another Middleville clinched its unsuccessful extra point try. playoff spot Friday night. Things were set up for a big Caledonia running back Doug Birch drags a Trojan tackler down field on Friday night. (Photo by Brett Bremer) battle in the trenches, but it the passing game all year.” turned out to be the Trojans' said TK coach Tim Penfield. passing game which made the “It just took us seven or eight difference. weeks to get it going ” TK quarterback Josh Caledonia coach Tom Fighting Scots Steve Gilliard (45) and Nick Neely (56) Eldridge completed 12 of 17 Burrill came in saying that try and chase down Middleville’s Scott Brooks, but passes for 270 yards and three everything would rest on how well his team would respond Brooks found the hole he needed to take off on an 82- touchdowns “We've been working on to Middleville’s physical yard touchdown run. (Photo by Brett Bremer) nature. The Scots stepped up and slowed down the Trojan running attack, but they weren’t ready to stop TK’s aerial assault. “The line of scrimmage • We Manufacture was controlled by our kids all night,” said Burrill. “They • We Install Wouldn't run the ball. We could. What a great effort by • We Service our team. They deserve a lot better.” • We Guarantee Caledonia came out after taking the opening kick off Our Products and handed the ball off 10 times in a row, ending on a 1• Factory Direct yard TD run by Doug Birch and took a 6-0 lead. Pricing Middleville might argue that their running game was­ n’t completely stopped. TK managed 212 yards on the ground, led by Scott Brooks 119 yards. The Middleville offensive line definitely did a good job of pass blocking. 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Your Smile The First Thing People See! TK's Darrin Tape (left) stops on a dime and cuts inside of Caledonia’s Tom Daniels. (Photo by Brett Bremer) of the day for the Trojans. The ing. and Tape had 66 for TK. Scots made a few of their own each with one TD. as well. Caledonia continued to The Scots’ Mike Mesecar pound away at the Trojans on returned the ensuing kick-off the ground in the second half 63-yards to the Trojan 29. and Klyn scored on a 5-yanl run the Scots pounded the ball in late in the third to cut the from there, ending on a 2-yard Scots’ deficit to 27-20. plunge by Kyle Klyn. Klyn Klyn’s third TD of the led Caledonia with 121 yards night came on a 24-yard run on 23 carries. In all. with 5:32 left in the fourth Caledonia rushed for 275 quarter, and made it 27-26. yards on the evening. The Faced with another tough Scots led 13-6 after Trent late game choice, the Scots VanHaitsma’s extra point, but elected to go for the tie. but it wouldn’t last long. the kick never made it past the On the first play from line. The Trojans took over scrimmage after the kick. after the kick and moved the Eldridge dropped back at his ball down field, to the foot­ own 24 and faked the same step of the Caledonia end pass to Tape he’d just thrown zone before kneeling out the for a TD. then he fired the ball clock. down field to an open David “We’ve got one more to Finkbeiner who rambled the go,” said Burrill. “We’ve got for a 76-yard score. Chris to win and hope 5-4 is go<x1 Humphrey’s e.p. was good enough." The Scots will be at and it was 13-13. Kenowa Hills for the O-K A 23-yard TD pass from cross-over contest on Fnday. Eldridge to Andrew Reeder Middleville takes a trip to would put the Trojans up 20- Greenville, and the Trojans 13 at the half, then TK scored don’t have to hope. They’re 6on its first possession of the 3 now. second half when Brooks “It’s pretty exciting,” said found room around the right Penfield of the Trojans get­ side to go 82 yards for a score. ting back to the playoffs "Its TK led 27-13 at that point. a goal we’ve had all season Finkbeiner finished the long, and its nice to have that night with 175 yards receiv- dream become a reality.” Caledonia Equestrian team prepping to defend their title The Caledonia High School Equestrian team will head to the MIHA State Finals this week to defend the State Championship Title they earned last year. This will be the sixth year in a row for the Scots, giving them a total of seven trips to the Stale Finals. The team will leave on Thursday, October 23, 2003 to compete four days with 18 other District Champions from around Michigan. They will compete at the Michigan Fairgrounds located in Detroit. The Caledonia Equestrian Team completed at the District level on September 9th, 16th and 23rd at the Barry County Fairgrounds. At the end of the District sea­ son, Caledonia had scored the highest points within the Division A, for the area 19 District, qualifying them for the State Finals. At Stale Finals, the team will compete against 18 other District team, approximately 200 plus Equestrians, within Division A. Riders for the Caledonia Equestrian Team include: Hillary Braun, Leslie Curtis, Korin Holl-inshcad, Kim Huisman, Krista Huisman, Lindsey Jonkhoff, Meagan O'Brien, Dana Randall, Gena Rinard, Christjon SanncsMielke, Iris VanDenToom, and Nichole VanSingel. Groomers for the Equestrian Team are Drew Dykhouse, Sara Fifarek, luiura Hillen, and Megan Moore. The Caledonia Equestrian Team is coached by Kelly Lloyd, Kim Merwin and Darcy Stouffer MIHA (Michigan Interscholastic Horsemanship Association) is in its 29th sea­ son of competition. There are over 300 teams and more than 1942 participates. This is the Caledonia High School Equestrian teams 13th sea­ son. � https://barrycountyhistoryportal.org/files/original/25/713/SunandNews_2003-10-28.pdf 999e1fd7ef9bbc372f16b8d1f939e12a PDF Text Text No. 44/October 28, 2003 132nd year Published by J-Ad Graphics, Inc. Caledonia Village nearing decisions on Kinsey/Main by Ruth Zachary Staff Writer The Caledonia Village Council’s discussions are continuing on the Kinsey/Main sewer con­ struction. reaching the plan­ ning stages. Amounts planned for sewer construction is $26,000 and $40,000 for construction costs, and $96,000 is allocated for engi­ neering. The present estimate is $240,000 for Main to Kinsey street construction. This is about $100,000 less than the original estimate. President Daryl Penfold said the state is willing to pay about 80 percent of the con­ struction costs. (Estimated to be $32,000) Kinsey sewer construc­ tion. will in the future need to be dropped to a lower level in the ground to facili­ tate gravity flows in the pipes. Penfold said he was concerned about having to dig along the street more than once, resulting in extra costs to the village. Village Planning Consultant Paul Galdes explained the existing Main Street sewer followed the steep grade of the road, but now the street would be flat­ tened out to a minimum grade, requiring the sewer be much deeper at Main and School Streets. Kinsey is at the bottom of the hill. The same thing is needed on Main and Kinsey, or on Johnson and Kinsey. Galdes said, but the village is stuck with the sewer eleva­ tions already in place, unless that area can be done first. The state is not willing to help finance the lower por­ tions of the street replace­ ment. however Their priori­ ties are based on road quality and replacement needs rather than to plan construction so sewer and street repairs can be coordinated at the same "We can easily take care of anything within the village by replacing that piece of Kinsey Street this year." - Village Planning Consultant Paul Galdes time. The intersections at the bottom of the hill would be about 28 feet deep. Galdes explained. Deeper than that is prohibitive for equipment, and also very expensive to put in and to repair in the future. "It would be more feasible to put in a lift station," he said. Is there a way to put in the new street section so that in three to four more years, "We don't have to dig every­ thing back up and redo it and pay for it twice?" Penfold asked. Galdes said on Johnson. 25 feet deep would be enough to take care of any­ thing in the village, but would limit expansion out­ side the village limits. The township would like to put in a larger main for expansion outside village limits than is needed inside the village in the future. Penfold said the village concern is to replace a bad pipe on Main Street, and not to accommodate the town­ ship's unofficial plans. (Actually, the township area to the west of the village is zoned for agriculture, not for high (tensity uses.) Penfold suggested any future change in township plans would involve running sewer through the school property through Glen Valley to the north. If different, the town­ ship would have to pay for their construction. Galdes then answered, "We can easily take care of anything within the village by replacing that piece of Kinsey Street this year." Penfold said the council needs to decide, in case the state will not participate at the level previously planned for. does the village not want to continue with its current plans? Current plans include the modified section of Kinsey which would make right angled comers on both Main and Johnson, and facil­ itate plans for a rail trail as well as improve traffic safe­ tyGaldes said M-DOT is still working with the village. They need to obtain bids in January or February on the Main Street section planned. Bid amounts are usually lower earlier in the season. The village needs to decide whether to add the section on Kinsey to the plan. This would involve $9,700 for engineering, with $4,800 allocated for survey and design costs. The por­ tion for the Kinsey section would be about $1,800 for the survey. The bottom line amounts will ultimately determine whether the village can do both. The decision likely be made m November. This yard is a real grave yard Local Halloween plans announced Halloween on Friday, Oct. 31, is a favorite time for chil­ dren to dress up. eat candy and just have fun. Parents and other adults do their best to make sure that it’s fun and safe (even if it is a little scary). This year the hours for the traditional door-to-door trickor-treating are from 6 to 8:30 p.m. in most communities. Parents are reminded to make sure the little ghosts, goblins, witches, angels, ballet dancers and other costume clad denizens of the night carry flashlights and only go to homes where the porch or front door lights are on. The UAW 1002 post will host a candy check and party in Middleville from 5:30 to 8:30 p.m. This is a great place for parents to meet older chil­ dren who want to be a little independent and the coffee is hot. Are these friendly creatures? The Freeport Business Associationwill have a and prizes. candy and carnival games, The Middleville Baptist horsey rides, free popcorn, Halloween party for residents in the community center from Church will be host for free ice cream cones, free 6 to 8:30 with games, candy “Trunk or Treat,” a communi­ drawings for many prizes ty event on Halloween (including a freestyle bike) Friday. Oct. 31, from 6:30 to will be available in the park­ ing lot of First Baptist 8 p-m. “We believe Halloween Church, one mile north of should be as fun as when we Middleville on M-37. were kids,” said Krag J. On the same night, the Johnson, Trunk or Treat coor­ Hands of Truth Puppet Team HAS BEENr SOLD dinator for First Baptist or "H.O.T. Puppets," as they * Church. See Haloweefl events, pg. 2 Car trunks loaded with safe WE WILL CLOSE . Bay Pointe BAY Restaurant sold by Patricia Johns Staff Writer Jackie and Roy Martin have sold the Bay Pointe Restaurant on Marsh Road along Gun Lake, an impor­ tant destination for yearround residents and summer visitors alike. The tables will be cleared for the last time at Sunday brunch on Nov. 2, but the official closing will be on Dec I. ending 20 years of hard work, meals and shared memories Many have fond memories of special din­ ners. wedding receptions and anniversary celebra­ tions hosted in style. For summer residents the restaurant’s deck was a great place to listen to big band music, have fun parties and H had the best view of the fourth of July fireworks. No details on the buyer have been released and the future of the property has not been revealed. Surveyors have been taking measurements. According to Jim McManus. Barry County Planning Director, this property in Orangeville SeeaiyftMeMtt,K.12 AFTER BRI NOV 2 "Wk THANKS FOR A GREAT Rl^| JACKIE AND ROY This sign says rt all. Bay Pointe dosing Nov. 2. (Photos by Linca Boyce) In This Issue • Steve Guile top choice for Middleville Manager • Trojans draw and old foe for first Division Six district game • It’s back to drawing board in Caledonia’s supt. search • Yankee Springs regional unkind to Trojans, Scots �Page 2/The Sun and News. Middleville. October 28. 2003 Halloween events, continued from pg. 1 Boo to you, too’ are called, will be back in Middleville for Halloween from 6 to 8:15 p.m at First Baptist Church. Pastor David Stewart says. “The night will be filled with fun and laugh­ ter as the team will run con­ tinuous puppet shows full of lively music for all to enjoy. It’s like a big party.** Dr. Eric Han nape I and his team in Caledonia are doing their part to promote healthy smiles this Halloween. Hannapel, an orthodontist. will pay to redeem up to five pounds of candy from his patients. Hannapel is giving his patients five tokens for each pound of Halloween candy surrendered in his office (up to five pounds total). He will also donate $1 for each pound of candy received to a local charity. As all of Hannapel's patients know, tokens are used to buy a variety of prizes or gift certificates. "When we buy back candy from our orthodontic patients, we help them avoid the potential for harming their braces or teeth. It's a fun way to reward the kids for their efforts on Halloween." he said. Hannapel recommends The teaching staff of Thomapple Kellogg High School will conduct parent­ teacher conferences in the high school gymnasium from 616-891-1095 "'.Tc* Student teacher shares her heritage GVSU student Katie Allerding reads a native American legend to the fourth grade class where she has been a student assistant teacher. She has shared artifacts, activities and other elements of her culture with the students. She and the students will be teaching the other fourth and fifth graders the "Sneak" dance and doing other activities on Nov. 5. TKHS parent-teacher conferences set Ilf ®)NTEMPO J/^LON EAJ that children who wear braces avoid eating sticky, gooey foods and candies such as Caramel Starburst. Skittles. Tootsie Rolls, gum. Laffy Taffy. popcorn. Gummy Bears, peanuts, or chewing on ice. Hannapel's office will accept patients' Halloween candy at the weigh-in. from 8 a m. to 4 p.m. Thursday, Nov. 6. at 9041 North Rodgers Court in Caledonia. 9551 Cherry Valley, Caledonia village Centre Outstanding Color Unbelievable Condition incredible Shine THAT'S WHAT OUR CLIENTS ARE SAYING ABOUT AVEDA COLOR! AV EDA. THE ART AND SCIENCE OF PURE FLOWER AND PLANT ESSENCES Now scheduling full spectrum hair color system. 97% naturally derived with sunflower, castor and Jojoba oils. 5 to 8 p.m. Wednesday. Nov. 5, and Thursday. Nov. 6. High school classes will be in regular session from 7:35 a.m. to 2:25 p.m. on both conference days. If parents find it difficult to attend the conferences dunng the scheduled times. TK MS conferences they are asked to call the high school office (7953394). and a more conven­ ient appointment will be arranged. Report cards and grades will be distributed to the par­ ents at the conferences. Harvest concerts set in Middleville The Thomapple Kellogg Middle School and High School choirs will perform Harvest Concerts this week. The choirs from the mid­ dle school will take to the stage of the high school auditorium at 7 p m. tonight. Public Qnvilcd Caledonia Education Foundation Annual Meeting & Reception 2003 Caledonia Middle School Tuesday, November 4, 2003 6:00 - 7:00 p.m Featuring presentations by grant recipients Tuesday, Oct. 28. On Thursday, Oct. 30, the high school choirs including the Honors Choir will per­ form, beginning at 7 p.m. Choir instructor and direc­ tor Diedra Ross said she is proud of the hard work the students have put in since the beginning of the year. “I think the audience should be pleased by what they hear.” she said. Compact disks of the con­ certs will be available for sale. The choirs will begin rehearsing for a busy holiday season as soon as they finish performing this week. are different this year The first marking periixi in the Thomapple Kellogg School district ended on Friday, Oct. 24. and this means it’s time for parent­ teacher conferences. The middle school, how­ ever. is trying a different approach to conferences. This year parents will have an opportunity to speak with as many of their students' teachers as they need to see. Middle School office staff will be distributing the report cards in the ’<»bby from 5 to 8 p.m. Wednesday and Thursday. Oct 29 and 30. Then parents can visit teachers in their classrooms. Parents who cannot attend either of these two conference nights can call the school at 945-3349 to make an appointment with teachers. Last Spaghetti Dinner of the year! Caledonia Sportsmans Club Saturday, Nov. 1st 5:30-8:30 pm Adult- *5 • Children 12 & under *2W Coldwater Creek Rd. just south of KX)th St. Call (616) 891-1168 for info movie outpost VIDEO SUPERSTORE Glen Valley Retail Center M-37 891-9303 Open Weekdays 10 am to 11 pm & midnight on Fri. & Sat. movie outpost OCTOBERFEST! Rent One Movie or Game and get a second rental FREE with this coupon. Good Sunday thru Thursday Offer good at Caledonia location One coupon per vtsrt ptease. Expires 11/8/03 Product Id: SunAd • Rent “Action Pack” movies to get you a free rental. • Rent a “Horror Favorite” and enter drawing for a Halloween Gift Basket • See our Fun Halloween Gift Selection! �The Sun and News. Mtodtevrfte. October 28. 2003/Page 3 Economic development summit set for Thursday TK grad is by Patricia Johns Staff Writer The Barry County Economic Development Alliance will bring three experts to the first Barry Economic County Summit Development Thursday. Oct. 30. at the Pierce Cedar Creek Institute. Economic Development Alliance Director Dixie Stadel Manshum says, “We are so excited to be bringing insights from George Erickcek, Bob Trezise and John Hanieski to local busi­ ness owners and municipal leaders. We think this is a great opportunity for the sharing of ideas about what works’’ The summit is co-spon­ sored by the Pierce Cedar J-Ad Creek Institute, Barry Graphics. the Community Foundation and the Barry County Telephone Company The talks by Trezise, HASTINGS 4 Hanieski and Erickcek beginning at 6:30 p.m. Invitations were sent to all the townships, villages and the city of Hastings. The Alliance invites others who are interested to attend this summit is at Pierce Cedar Creek Institute at 710 Cloverdale Road Stadel Manshum says. “Several of our board mem­ bers in the Alliance have attended other presentations. We decided that we wanted to tailor a presentation for our county. Before we can work regionally, we have to know what we want to accomplish as a county first” Hanieski is the principal of Economics Consulting Services, which provides economic and community development expertise and forensic economic analysis. Ingham County is one of the firm's clients. Hanieski serves as eco­ nomic development coordi­ nator for the Ingham County The Middleville Cub Scouts of Pack #3065 will have a pop can/bottle drive on Saturday morning. Nov. Stadium Seating Give* YOU The scouts will be going door to door requesting donations of empty return­ able* to help raise money for IATURDAY i> SUNDAY IO A fl AM Nirtubtr 1 & 2 SCOOBY DOO (PG) This time It's personal SHOWTIMES 10/27 - 10/30 OSCARY MOVE 3 (PG-13) 12 50. 250, 5.10. 720, 9:40 ORADM (P») Mn*urr*MM uatm 12:30,2:40. 450, 7 00, 9:10 IKTOLERABtf CRUELTY ,PGJ3) 1200,4:40. 7:10 OUT OF TIME (PG-13) 2:10,920 O THE TEXAS CHAWSAW MASSAC (R) 100. 300, SOO, 730.9:30 I a Mm baj ,r i ei<Y bill • popro Trezise brings his experi­ ence as director of the Michigan Economic Corporation** community assistance team to the sum­ mit. This unit uses smart growth strategies as it revi­ talizes and assists communi­ ties and downtown areas. He is also managing the new Michigan Main Street. Blueprints for Michigan Downtowns, ad building downtowns program and incentives for communities participating in Brownfield Redevelopment programs. Stadel Manshum says, “We want to hear questions from local business owners and officials, no matter what.*’ This summit should bring some ideas and possible answers to questions to help the county bring about appropriate growth For more information about the summit or to regis­ ter. call 945-8995. There is no charge for this event. Olivet royalty Thomapple Kellogg High School graduate Mike Hall was elected king at Olivet College s homecoming football game last Saturday. He is shown here with the queen, fel­ low senior Bethany Poyer. Hall graduated from TK in 1998. went two years to Grand Rapids Community College and then trans­ ferred to Olivet, where he his majoring in hyper sci­ ence. He is a captain on Cub Scouts plan pop can, bottle drive fe.OO KBit all »howt EVERYONE Economic Development Corporation. Hanieski worked for the Michigan Department of Commerce for 18 years, end­ ing his career there as chief economist. Erickcek is the senior regional analyst for the W E. Upjohn Institute for Employment Research. His responsibilities include con­ ducting research and analysis on regional economic and employment issues, prepar­ ing regional economic impact studies of area firms. He also evaluates local development efforts. He also edits “Business Outlook for West Michigan.” the institute's quarterly report, which examines the economic con­ ditions and performance of metropolitan areas in West Michigan. Before joining the institute in 1987 he served as eco­ nomic analyst for the West Michigan Regional Planning Commission. SCHOOL MENU T.K. Secondary Lunch Menu Wednesday, October 29 Lasagna roll w/meat sauce or ham and ch. hot pocket, tossed salad, mixed fruit, milk. Thursday, October 30 Chili w/cheese and bread and butter or hamburger on a bun. fresh veggies, banana, milk. Friday, October 31 Pizza or fish sandwich on a bun, com. orange sherbet, milk. the Blue & Gold banquet in February. Empty returnable* also can be dropped off between 10 a.m. and noon to scouts, who will be at the parking lot at the Marketplace grocery store on M-37 in Middleville. The Blue & Gold banquet is the annual celebration of the birth of scouting in the U.S. and is the time when the oldest Cub Scouts, the second year Webelos. gradu­ ate into the Boy Scout troop. The pack annually asks for donations for this event. Donations can be either monetary to help with the cost of the banquet itself or donations can be in the form of items that will be raffled off to the Scouts and their families. Past raffle items have included gift certifi­ cates. free admission tickets for various events, floral dis­ plays and center pieces, camping equipment and other material items. Any individual or business Barry County Homemakers wishing to donate money or items should call Susan Montroy (795-1175). Lori Edwards (795-9448) or Deb Buz/otta (795 8693) MILLER MEANS... 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MIDDLEVILLE SCHOOLS! from this hilltop setting1 This excellent walkout ranch home features 3 bedrooms, 3 baths, large kitchen, master suite and finished base ment Extra lot available CaN Kay or Craig g- Sat., Nov. 1, 2003 9 am - 4 pm jH*- Middle School in Hastings 2 blocks south of M-37 on Broadway - Over 100 Crafters Lunch Counter • Bake Sale • Barrier Free ^ree Parid™? • Pree Admission windows, new kitchen New furnace roof and $115,000 FOR MORE MIDDLEVILLE, GUN LAKE AND CALEDONIA AREA PROPERTIES, PLEASE SEE OUR ADS ON PAGE 2 OF THE REMINDER, IN THE GRAND RAPIDS PRESS, THE HOMES DIGEST AND THE PENASEE GLOBE. �Page 4/The Sun and News. Middleville October 28. 2003 H.O.T. Puppets return to First Baptist Church October 31 On Friday, Oct. 31. the Hands of Truth Puppet Team or "H.O.T. Puppets." as they are called, will be back in Middleville for Halloween from 6 to 8:15 p.m. at First Baptist Church. “They have enthusiastical­ ly been received in years past and so they are back for yet another year." Pastor David Stewart said. “The night will be filled with fun and laugh­ ter as the team will run con tinuous puppet shows full of lively music for all to enjoy. It’s like a big party.*' All children present will get to talk to puppet friend 'Barney the Dog." who will present them with a bag full of candy. 'This is a night where we would like to take the nega­ tive thoughts of Halloween being a pagan holiday and turn it into an opportunity to share the love of God in a fun and exciting way." said Stewart, minister of chil­ dren's ministry at First Baptist Church. ’We want to take this opportunity to have a positive influence in our community." The Hands of Truth (H.O.T.) Puppet Team and free bags of candy will be available for the kids. Coffee. hot chocolate, doughnuts and cookies (while the kids watch the puppets) will be prtosided for parents. There will also be a draw ing for two $10 gift LOCAL CHURCH DIRECTORY ALASKA BAPTIST CHURCH A Living Church - Serving a Liling Lord Morning Worship............................ 9 30 am. Fellowship Time . 10 35 a.m. Sunday School ................................ 10:50 a m. Evening Praise . . 6:00 p.m. WEDNESDAY . Family Night 6.00 p.m. 7240 6Kth Street. SE - Caledonia 2 miles east of M-37 Pastor, Dr Hnan P Harrison Youth Pastor Kevin Stiles C 0 M M Ul I T Y C M B R C H a place to belong ..a place to become (Contemporary, Casual. Non-denominational) Sunday Morning Worship .9:50 & 1100 a m. 8175 Broadmoor, Caledonia Rev Mu 'hael Stowell, /zraf Pastor Rev David Moorhead, Assoc Pastor Jot CtfKh , Worship Leader Dennv Houma, Youth Pastor (’hutch Office 6/6-891-0287 Visit our wet> site www bnghtside org CALEDONIA CHRISTIAN REFORMED CHURCH FIRST BAPTIST CHURCH OF MIDDLEVILLE M-37, north of Middleville • 795.9726 Bruce N. Strwart. Senior Pastor Tim A. Vine. Asm. Pastor Youth Douglas G. Beason. Visitation Pastor (.ary Weaver. Musk Minister Pastor David stcw arL CE Children* Pastor Sunday School Sunday Morning Worship Service Sunday Evening Service Wednesday Mid Week Prayer Word of Life Clubs 945 a m. 11.-00 am 6:00p.m. 6:4Sp.m. 6:45p.m MIDDLEVILLE CHRISTIAN REFORMED 708 W. Main Street Morning Worship Service Sunday School Evening Worship Service 10:00 a.m. 11:15 a.m. 6:00 p.m. Middleville Good Shepherd Wesleyan Church Lutheran Church Rev. E Anthony Sikora Church: (616) 795-2391 GRACE UNITED REFORMED CHURCH One mile east of Whitneyville Rd GUN LAKE COMMUNITY CHURCH & PRESCHOOL 12200 West M-179 Highway (Chief Noonday Road) Wayland. Ml 4934# Rev. Dave LeBlanc, Pastor Phone 891-9259 ALASKA CONGREGATION 8146 68th St., near WtYtneyvRe Ave 9 45 tm Church SdMMtl. Sunday Praise Singing 4^ * . . 10 50 ajn Monung Workup HUOim Wed FelloM, ship 7 30 p m Pastor E.G. Fnz^U Chunk Ph. 616^68-6810 • Pastor s PK 616-897-6^-10 SS. CYRIL and METHODIUS CHURCH Wednesday................. 7:30 p.m. Mass Thursday & Friday..... 9:30 a m Mass ew Life RISTIAN CHURCH GUM LAKE COMMUNITY CMURCH 10 AM Sunday Morning 3449 - 76th St. S.E., Caledonia Meeting you, your friends, and your family right where you 're at. Sunday Worship: 900 in or 10:30 a.m. Wednesday Worship 6:30 p.m 269-795-7903 ww w guniakaxxnmmuty church org (Elje ®Hj (Eime VI L/tStetljoliist Cljurd) 5590 Whitneyville Ave., S.E Alto, Ml 49302 THORN APPLE BIBLE Cl ILJRCI I Preaching the Living Word Sening Ibe Risen Hird Sunday School .......................... 9:30 a.m. Sunday Morning Worship ,10:30 a.m. (Jr. Church & Nursery available.) Currently meeting at: Emmons Lake Elementary 8950 Kraft SE, Caledonia Rev Dennis Ross Church: (616) 868-7425 UNITED METHODIST CHURCHES Middleville - Parmelee Sunday SchooLI 0:00 am. Morning Worship... 11:00 am. Evening Worship...6:00 p.m. Wednesday Prayer Meeting...7:00 p.m. Middleville UMC is temporarily meeting at: 9266 Parmelee Road 9:30 a.m...................................... Sunday School 11:00 a.m........................... Worship Hour Website: www umcmiddieviiie.org Rev. Royle Bailard, Pastor Phone 868-6437 Church Office Phone: 795-9266 T CALEDONIA fl"UNITED METHODIST Community o| Gy*i$t All Services have a Nursery available • Barrier Free Youth Group:............................. 6:00 p.m. Sunday Midweek 7:00 p.m. Wed. 9:30 a.m. Thurs. Sunday School for ages 3 yr. thru 6th grade: Sr. High. Sun. 6:30 pm Jr. High. Sun. 6:30 pm Rev P Adams Phone 891-8440 Kraft Avenue at Johnson Street Rev Norman Kohns. Pastor (616) 891-8167 Church Off ice 616 89|-*t*M Fax 891 8648 • www cakdonuuinK org 8:30 AM 1 LOO AM 159 131st Avenue Phone (269) 792-3543 698-9660 (Nuncry Available Throughout Traditional Service Acoustic Praise 8r Worship Service 1664 N. M-37 Highway Middleville. MI 49333 • 945-1555 A Church for today's world Spirit-filled family Church. 8 45 a m and 10:30 a.m 10:30 a-m. Missouri Sgnod Comer of 54th St and Kraft in Caledonia 1 mile west of M-37 908 W. Main Street Located near the corner of M-37 and McCann Worship Times (Missouri Synod) Service Times: Worship..................................................... 9:30a.m.Sunday School................................................... 9:45a.m.Saturday...................... 4.00 p.m. Mass Sunday.......................... 9:30 a m Mass Sunday School.............................11:00 a.m. Morning Worship....... ........................... 11:00 a.m. Evening Worship...............................................6:00p.m.Weekdays: Adult Bible Class 11:00 a m. 9255 84th Street. Alto, Ml 49302 Worship Services Chikhens Sunday School + St Paul Lutheran Church Office Phone TO-KW • www.StPaulCaledonia.org Rev. R. Scoit Greenway, Pastor Jack Dejong, Pastor of Worship A Adult Ed. JoAnne DeBlaay, Youth Director Al Tiemeyer, Community Calling (k'tober 26: Sermon Topic: “A’o More Second Hand God!” Wednesday 6:00 P.M. Evening Prayer phone 795-2370 <x 948-9327 Vicar ~ Rev David T. Hu.twick Pastor Robert Gerke • Pastor Pa vid Ziehr Services at 9 30 a m and 6 p.m 250 Vine Street (M-37 to Emmons to Vine) riclxcl 11:00 A.M. Holy Communion YOU ARE INVITED Sunday Worship ............................ 9:30 a.m. and 6:00 p.m. (Child A Adult) (During the School Year) Saturday Evening Mass ... .5:00 p.m. Sunday Mass . .9:00 a.m. & 11:00 a.m. Sunday Service Tinwa 9:15 A.M. Morning Prayer (Holy Communion 2nd Sunday) Rev. Tom DeVries, Pastor - 795-9901 Proclaiming the Whole Counsel of Cod CALEDONIA HOLY FAMILY CATHOLIC CHURCH 2415 McCann Rd. tin Irving) St Paul Lutheran Church Wednesday Mid-Week at the Oasis .. .700 PM Sunday School 8r Adah Bible Studu 9:45 AM "A Church with a caring heart for our community and the world" Church Office: (616) 891-1512 M-37 at 100th St. certificates to Craig’s Cruisers, but one must be present to win. First Baptist Church of Middleville is locatewd at 5215 North M-37 Highway, P.O. Box 70. Call 795-9726 or e-mail fbcmid^iserv.net for more information. Rev. Lee Zacbman WAYFARF.K COMMUNITY Lakeside Community Church A Ptace fur Famih & F rietvds 6201 WTumevvilfc Avenue. Aho CHRISTIAN REFORMED Coototnponry Worship 9:30ajn. Sunday School for AU Ages 10:45 a.m Evening Worship 6:00 p.m Pastor Roger Bullman • Church Office: 8684)391 Leighton Church Locakrd in Lx-igtaon Tuwmhip Sundkn Mcrang tkrdap 830 am Tradto..<us Rev. Dr. Jock Doorlag, Interim Minister Nursery &. children's activities available For more information: (616) 891-8119 or * w u peasxchurch.ee Pastor Rev. Josh Blunt Contact our Dutton office at (616) 65-65 WAY Check our web site. www.wayfarercc.org Now meeting at: Thomapple-Kellogg School Auditorium Worship ... 10:00 a.m. Redeemer Covenant Church —Lighting Up Lives for Cod- Sunday Corner of 2nd sum and 142nd Kvenuc IlOOa® ^raemperxn Worship 9 30 am Christian Education HourllOOam 10W 1ft Wednesday Suadrr Ewnng Scnxr 600 pm Family Night 5 4S-&00 pm FW tncrab Pfe-Sctaaoi-Mi <Nept April b30 pm Sunday ScKwl far U Ag» toU TOVNSEND PMk* CHURCH Finding the Way Together! An informal, contemporary church committed to our community Sunday Worship is at 10:00am in Caledonia Middle School s cafeteria. Everyone is welcome! J PiflorPauiM Hiiiman Youth Pastor David Enktoc 6951 Hanna Lake Avenue. Cakdonia 616-69MUH ftdeetweftPiscnnel nwwjedeemeKovenant^ 4 umuha dthr Dwugduji QamnM (JumMs * Atutnui whitneyville Bible church 8546 Whmeyv«e Ave of 84m St • 891-8661 “The Church where everybody a somebody... .and Jesus is Gird " Meeting at Caledonia High School Sunday School 930am &rday Momng Wonh<) 1030 am Meerr g at cr>ap^ on AMneyvde Ave Sunday Eveang Wonnp 600 p.m Wed MWwee* Pfayw & SOe Study 700 p.m (tev thxrwi Suys. Pador • Rev Kai Barta Mnc. Radar Aeos’e erg ___ �The Sun and News. MiddleviHe. October 28. 2003/ Page 5 Kettle Lake 5th-grader chosen as ambassador TK Red Ribbon Week helps others Members of the Thomapple Kellogg Diversity Council helped collect more than 700 non perishable food items during Red Ribbon Week. Local students join Hope service project Amanda Danielson and I^atisha Smith. Hope College students from Caledonia and Middleville, respectively, took part in the colleges fourth annual "Time to Serve" volunteer program Aug. 30. Hundreds of students, mostly freshmen, participat­ ed in the service projects throughout the Holland area. Danielson, a freshman, is the daughter of Michael and Mary Danielson of Alto. She is a 2003 graduate of Caledonia High School. Smith, a freshman, is the daughter of Phillips and Maine Smith of Middleville. Hope College is a four year. co-educat ional. Caledonia Arts and Crafts Bazaar "1<‘ Caledonia High Sciioul Saii khax, Nqxemhek 1, 2003 10:00 a.m. ■ 3:00 p.m. Free Admission Free Parking Raffle Lunch Served 11 :(M) a.m. - 2:00 p.m. Our biggest bauiar ever! Over l()0 crafters! For more information call 891-8117 Christian, liberal arts college affiliated with the Reformed Church in America, and has 3,068 students from 45 states and territories and 32 foreign countries. Hope offers cours­ es in 73 majors leading to a bachelor of arts, bachelor of music, bachelor of science or bachelor of science in nurs­ ing degree. by Cathy Rueter Staff Writer Jason Ford, a Kettle Lake Elementary fifth-grader, may be looking forward to this coming summer just a little more than the average student. Ford will be moving up into the middle school, and that in itself is excitement enough, but he has a special reason to be thrilled for the coming summer as well. He recently accepted the invitation to be a partici­ pant in the People to People Student Ambassador pro­ gram. He will be going with the group to Europe in June 2004. People to People is a pro­ gram that was started in 1956 by President Dwight D. Eisenhower. The twoweek trip includes meeting government officials, edu­ cational activities, meeting and sharing experiences with other students and home stays with host fami­ lies. Ford is currently in the fund-raising stage of this project, a sizable task due to the fact that he must help offset the tuition costs, including air fare, trans­ portation. all meals, accom­ modations and educational activities. He is starting his fund-raising endeavors with a pop can drive until Call 945-9554 anytime to place your Sun <S News ACTION-Ad & reach over 11,000 area homes! Friday. Oct. 31. For anyone wishing to help Ford in his fund-rais­ ing efforts, call Kettle Lake Elementary at 616-8686113. At left: Jason Ford, a Kettle Lake Elementary fifth­ grader is looking forward to this coming summer as a People to People Student Ambassador rep­ resentative oil paintings • wood wonting I 8 J Barry Expo Center 1 CG Barry County Fairgrounds M-37, Hastings Saturday, November S"‘ 9 am-3pm 3 y R Frtt Admission, Fret Partly Luncfi. Available Many New Crafters sjmtwomho 9 wrncrj* svsnojj pi»q 9Qttfc 1 Jambs A would like to invite you to its... THIRD ANNUAL A AUCTION Items to be sold include bed and breakfast getaways, family portraits, theater tickets, sports tickets, dinner cruise on 54 foot yacht on Lake Michigan, rounds of golf and much more. Saturday, November 8, 2003 6:00 p.m. A Holy Family Church S 9669 Kraft SE, Caledonia For more information, please call 616-554-3350 A �Page 6/The Sun and News. Middleville October 28. 2003 Steve Guile top choice for Middleville Manager by Patricia Johns ’ Staff Writer After more than five hours of interviews, the Middleville Village Council selected Steve Guile, cur­ rently city manager in Beaverton, as top choice for village manager. Guile, who has been man­ ager in Beaverton since 2001. has had experience for many years in downtown development. He has ties to the area in that his mother was bom in Hastings and one son lives in Alto. Second choice was Ron Howell, former manager of Cedar Springs. Consultant Bob Hamilton from the Michigan Municipal league will con­ tact Guile, who will have to take a drug test and undergo a medical examination. He will be offered the position and the personnel committee will do the negotiating before presenting a proposed contract to the full council at a special meeting Tuesday. Nov. 4. at 6:30 p.m. In addition to Guile and Howell, the council inter­ viewed Robert Eberhart of Ohio and Perry Franzoi of Iron Mountain. All four candidates answered the same 25 ques­ tions and had return written answers to questions submit­ ted to them. All agreed to a credit and criminal check and told council that they had not ever been arrested. While communities can­ not force the managers to live within their boundaries. Guile and the other candi­ dates said they would move into the village. His daughter is in high school and he will have to sell his home before moving to Middleville. Guile, along with others, answered questions about how they would develop working relationships with council members, staff, local business owners and the community. Robert Eberhart Communication was a pri­ ority for Guile. He said he has had very good relation­ ships working with business­ es He told the council that the most satisfying experi­ ence he has had is the suc­ cessful conclusion of a suc­ cessful downtown renewal and streetscape in Plymouth. It has succeeded much more than anticipated. The current situation in Beaverton is the least satisfy­ ing for him. he said, with a divided council, members Advertiiement $4.95/1110 Internet! By DAVID STOWERS There is a Michigan based company called Netpennv.net that offers fast, reliable, and extremely inexpensive dial-up Internet service to our area. What's so refreshingly unusual is that Netpenny has taken the Wal-Mart approach to business and have thousands of happy customers to prove it. Because of volume Netpenny only charges $4.95 a month for Internet access! To make things even better there is no contract, no set up fees and they don / even require a credit card! People are saving as much as $225 or more per year; which is a car payment or a weekend getaway year after year just for switching Internet companies! With the cost of Internet for families in our area running as much as $23.90 a month it's refreshing to know that Netpenny.net offers a high-quality/lowcost alternative to our community. To sign up today and/or for more info about this fantastic service just go to their website: www.netpennyacf and/or call them from anywhere in our area toll free 1-888-248-7239. Perry Franzoi trying to avoid the require­ ments of the sunshine laws and other incidents. He believes in listening to an angry resident and discov­ ering why he or she is angry. Then it is important to follow up and get back to residents. He concluded the inter­ view explaining why he was interested in the position. "I want to be here, close to family." He said he is a small town boy with big city expe­ rience and an state wide ori­ entation. He told the council that he did not consider the position a "stepping stone." and that he would be happy if it were his "last job’ before retire­ ment. He said he was satisfied with the benefit and salary package, with a salary range of between $50,000 and $60,000. Like the other candidates he found the two-week vaca­ tion a little short. Council member Floyd Bray questioned all the applicants on their experi­ ence with wastewater treat­ The plan for Caledonia Friday night was to win and hope. That plan was accom­ plished. but all the hoping didn't help, as the Scots with a 5-4 record end the season just short of the playoffs. The Scots held on in a wild one at Kenowa Hills Friday, to top the Knights 35-32 in their O-K cross-over contest. “We finally won a close one," said Caledonia coach Tom Burrill. “We took a 210 lead in the first quarter and the decided to make it close.” “After the loss to Middleville last week, every­ body was down. We let one slip away a couple times this year." Not this time. Caledonia’s defense came up big early on. After Jim in ADA s9.00-$9.75 Access Business Group has immediate long- and short-term openings avail­ able. Positions include: HLLER/PACKER Haisma scored on a 4-yard run on the Scots’ opening possession, the D made a big stop of Kenowa Hills deep in Scot territory after a long kick-off return. The Scots would score two plays later on a 62-yard run by Kyle Klyn. The D forced a three-andout, then it was Doug Burch ending the Scots’ ensuing drive with a 14-yard TD plunge. Trent VanHaitsma knocked through all three extra point kicks and Caledonia led 21-0. The Knights would quick­ ly tear into that lead before the half. Kenowa completed a 37-yard TD pass, then got the ensuing onside kick and drove down for another TD. It was 21-14 at the half. Kenowa Hills would add a field goal in the third quarter, and then the fireworks began. Haisma scored on a 19yard run with just under nine minutes left to put the Scots up 28-17. Two plays later it was the Knights completing a 65yard TD run. then adding the two-point conversion to make it 28-25. Caledonia came back to score on a 16-yard TD run by Klyn. Again two plays later, Kenowa cut the lead to 35-32 with a 70-yard TD pass. As time wound down, the Scots lost a fumble on their own 35. Kenowa managed one first down, but then on a fourth-and-one play, the Scots force a Knight fumble and recovered on their own 15. The sideline could sigh as they needed only to kneel out the clock. “We held them at the end when we had to,” said Burrill. “We’re very happy with the effort this year.” Caledonia’s running backs had an outstanding year, run­ ning behind a talented offen­ sive line made up of seniors, center Chad Sevensma, left guard Brian Derks, right guard Mike Morgan, end Zach Larson, right tackles Korry oo4 lotoo Coootto, rUJIM M SrVNJjOIC SMI UattMM - CAD 11^ tee. Ch^ie WXD STONWB5 $5M ( «,»rib« Uo„ I6mu Barton. HaMinsi - < hriMUa MrabcrUlip Dinxtortev MiAdJewllk n> HAG SPONMHO M59 ( vatrHei^ SKID LOADER Lifting up to 80 lbs. repeatedly Putting boxes on skids Line replenishment Packing boxes tt£ To learn more about these exciong opportunities call or stop by the Manpower office nearest you EOE 269-948-3000 616-527-6688 6I6-22S-2320 989-427-4270 ft MANPOWER » WE FIND THE BEST IN EVERYONE AND RUT IT TO WORK Chad Frisbie and Nick Neely, and juniors, left tackle Ryan Frisbie and end Dennis Kohl Klyn completed his senior season with a 265 yard per formance against Kenowa Hills. Klyn rushed the ball for 1,137 yards this season while playing in only eight games. Caledonia’s other runners also ended the season strong. Haisma rushed 14 limes for 74 yards, while Burch carried the ball 10 times for 71 yards. In total. Caledonia rushed for 404 yards in the game. Besides opening holes for this talented trio, Chad Frisbie and Larson also led the Scot I) ail year long. Frisbie finished die Kenowa contest with 13 tackles, while Larson had eight. Junior QB Brad Laninga completed three passes for 42 yards, with Tyler Ybema catching two for 39 yards, both key first down catches in the contest. THANKS FOR HELPING THE KIDS lO'h Annual Golf Scramble 2003 CAM/W XiA, lot • Lifting up to 50 lbs. on occasion • Working on a moving conveyor line • Loading boxes onto the line • Packing boxes Hastings Ionia Greenville Edmore ment plants, grant updates and other issues. At the conclusion of the interviews Village President Lon Myers said. "We have been fortunate to have four candidates, any one which would have served us well. Guile, if he passes the physical, will have to give notice to his position in Beaverton. The council should vote on the applicant at the spe­ cial meeting Nov 4. Scot gridders grind out a tight one at Kenowa Hills ACCESS BUSINESS GROUP • • • • Ron Howell Steve Guile £ MVVjOKW MM I �The Sun and News. Middleville October 28. 2003/ Page 7 Economic Mopmenf summit brings experts to Barry County by Patrician Johns Staff Writer The Barry County Economic Development Alliance is bringing three experts the first Barry County Economic Development Summit at 4 p.m. Thursday, Oct. 30. Economic Development Alliance Director Dixie Staled Magnesium says. “We are so excited to be bringing insights from George Erickcek. Bob Trezise and John Hanieski to local business owners and municipal leaders. We think this is a great opportunity for the sharing of ideas about what works." The summit is co-sponsored by the Pierce Cedar Creek Institute. J-Ad Graphics, The Barry Community foundation and the Barry County Telephone Company. The event will start with talks by Trezise, Hanieski and Erickcek. beginning at 4:15 p.m. followed by dinner at 6:30 p.m. limited to the first 100 to register. Even those who can't stay fix dinner are invited to par ticipate in the summit, which will take place at Pierce Cedar Creek Institute. 710 Cloverdale Road. Stadel Manshum says, "several of our board mem­ bers in the Alliance have attended other presentations. We decided that we wanted to tailor a presentation for our county . Before we can work regionally, we have to know what we want to accomplish as a county first." Hanieski is the principal of Economics Consulting Services LLC. The firm pro­ vides economic and commu­ nity development expertise and forensic economic analysis. Ingham County is one of the firm's clients. Hanieski serves as eco­ nomic development coordi­ nator for Ingham County Economic Development Corporation. Hanieski worked for the Michigan Department of Commerce for 18 years, end­ ing his career there as chief economist Erickcek is the senior regional analyst for the W.E. Upjohn Institute for Employment Research. Among his responsibilities include conducting research and analysis on regional eco­ nomic and employment issues, preparing regional economic impact studies of area firms. He also evaluates local development efforts. Senior citizens activities slated The Thomapplc Kellogg Community Education Department has planned sev­ eral activities for local senior citizens next month. On Monday. Nov. 17. sen ior» can meet in the TK learning Center Community Room from 1 to 3 p.m. for a watercolor painting demon­ stration. Shar Evans is inviting all senior citizens to attend the dress rehearsal performance of “The Mouse Thai Roared" on Thursday. Nov. 20. Refreshments will be offered at 6:15 p.m. in the high school cafeteria. Performance will begin at 7 p.m. Call 795-3397 to regis­ ter. There is no cost to attend the dress rehearsal, but regis­ tration is required. A bus trip is planned to Cornwell's to see "Once Upon A Christmas" Saturday. Nov. 21. The fee is $35. The bus departs at 10 a.m. from the Learning Center and returns at 5:30 p.m. Seats for this event are limited. Events also are planned for December. The senior citizen holiday luncheon, sponsored by Thornapple Kellogg Schools, will be held at noon Friday. Dec. 5. at the Middle Villa Restaurant. Senior Citizens who live in the TK school district are invited to a festive holiday lunch in the Meadows Banquet Room. Seniors are asked to park in the rear of the restaurant for easy access to the banquet room. The TK Honors Choir will provide seasonal music after lunch. A $3 donation per per­ son at the door will be appre­ ciated. Reservations are required. Please call the community education office at 795-3397 before Dec. 2 for reserva­ tions. The final senior citizen meeting of 2003 will be held on Monday, Dec. 15, in the Learning Center’s Community Room from 1 to 3 p.m. Cookie decorating with preschoolers will be the focus of this meeting. appropriate growth. Stadel Manshum encour­ ages anyone interested in the summit to register as soon as possible. For more informa­ tion about the summit or to register, call 945-8995 There is no charge for this event. programs. Stadel Manshum says. “We want to hear questions from local business owners and officials, no matter what.** This summit should bring some ideas and possible answers to questions to help the county bring about He also edits “Business Outlook for West Michigan.** the institute's quarterly report, which examines the economic con­ ditions and performance of metropolitan areas in West Michigan. Before joining the insti­ tute in 1987 he served as economic analyst for the W'est Michigan Regional Planning Commission. Trezise brings his experi­ ence as director of the Michigan Economic Development Corporation's community assistance team to the summit. This unit uses smart growth strategies as it revi­ talizes and assists communi­ ties and downtown areas. He is also managing the new Michigan Main Street. Blueprints for Michigan Downtowns, and building downtowns program and incentives for communities participating in Brownfields Family Trax Oidea ■ H')L Main Bt. Middleville • Hours: Sun.-Thurs. 12-10 pm Fri. & Sat. 12-11pm DVD, VHS & Game Rentals Movie Resen at ions 2 Day Rental on Sunday on all Rentals Even 20“ Rental FREE Locally Owned 8 ! --QM lab Thessa Antique JHall 7th Anniversary and Christmas Open House Saturday, Nov. 1M 10 am - 5 pm Sunday, Nov. 2nd 10 am - 5 pm 1-616-374-3089 1014 4,h Ave. Lake Odessa, Ml 48849 From 1-96 take exit 64 or M-66 go south to M-50 and go west to 4th Ave. Regular store hours: Wed. 10 am - 8 pm Sat. 10 am - 5 pm Sun. 10 am - 5 pm Come Home to... Riverland Ridge DON'T JUST READ ACTION - ADVENTURE NOVELS. LIVE THEM. Set Sail on 3/4 BAHAMAS Departing from Mkwri; 4 Pun Canaveral 4/5 249 faxtn w m Sui Srtiau W TH J<M' 7 a Royal Caijbaeaa Vacation. 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Though their new sign isn't up just yet, owners of Rainbow’s End haven’t closed their doors - they’ve just moved down a few of them to the old location of Snyder’s Video in the Caledonia Village Center. Photos by Cathy Rueter New Merchandise Toys Clothing / Weddings, Funerals, Birthdays, Anniversaries Floral Shop 269-795-0239 , Phone: 269-795-7674 Jewelry Crafts We deliver Fresh Bouquets • Dried Flower Arrangements Balloons • Gifts • House Plants to fcrttLi _ . a Vi* Kellogg Arena Saturday - November 8* 9 am to 6 pm Sunday - November 9* 10 am to 5 pm Two Mocks west of i-194 IM-66; on Hamblin Ave. >3.00 Admission Children Under 12 FREE �The Sun and News. Middleville. October 28. 2003/ Page 9 Trojans draw and old foe for first D-VI district game Middleville started the sea­ son playing, and beating, a host of new opponents. Comstock, Hastings. Holland Christian. The Trojans will be look­ ing for the same result in Friday night's Division IV district contest between the Trojans and the Hamilton Hawkeyes, but the two teams don’t need any special intro­ ductions. The Trojans and Hawkeyes have met on the gridiron every year for the past 40 years. History would say. the Trojans have the edge. Middleville has won 32 of the 40 ball games The most recent history would point the other way however. In its last two sea­ son’s in the O-K Blue Middleville lost to the Hawkeyes during the regular season by one point each time. What does that all mean at 7:00 p.m. on Friday night? Absolutely nothing. The Hawkeyes come in ranked number three in the latest Division IV poll. They are 9-0 They are the O-K Blue Middleville section of Paul Henry Trail closes The Middleville section of the Paul Henry Trail closes at dusk on Friday, Oct. 31 and will remain closed until dawn on Monday. December 1. 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Middleville isn’t on quite the high entering the game TK fell in the O-K cross-over match with Grandville on Fnday and finished the sea­ son 9-3 The loss may have cost them a home playoff game. “We’re a little disappoint­ ed,” said TK coach Tim Penfield. “We would have like the opportunity to host a game.” The Trojans jumped out to 14-0 lead at Greenville in the second quarter. Scott Brooks carried the ball in from 6 yards out. then Adam Loveless added a 4-yard TD run. but Greenville came storming back to tie the game at 14. Darrin Tape broke the tie with a 35-yard field goal late in the third quarter. The biggest play of the game came after the Trojan defense had forced the Yellow Jackets into a punting situation. but instead Greenville took off on a fake and moved the ball deep into TK territory midway through the fourth quarter. A 26-yard TD run came soon after and Greenville led for the first time. The Yellow Jackets had come out with what Penfield called a unique game plan. Greenville double-teamed Tape wherever he was on the field. It opened up some holes for the Trojans on the evening, with Tape split out wide, but on a fourth-and-one play late in the fourth it was­ n't quite enough to help the Trojans get the first down they needed and continue close enough for a field goal try. “It wasn’t meant to be,” said Penfield. Loveless and the offensive line couldn’t quite get the push to keep the drive alive inside the Greenville 30. It was a tough end to a good night by the Trojan ground game. Loveless led TK’s attack with 143 yards on 23 carries. Scott Brooks rushed 17 times for 72 yards. In all. TK gained 303 yards on 53 carries. Andrew Reeder had a fine night, leading the TK D with 7 tackles. College Night attracts TK students Y Association Wishes you a Thomapple Kellogg high school students attended the recent college night sponsored by Kellogg Community College and the Barry County Counselors association. 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October 28. 2003 CHS band wins top ratings at districts by Cathy Rueter Staff Writer Downtown Caledonia recently was treated to a lot of marching band music echoing from the football field Not long ago. Caledonia High School was host for the MSBOA (Michigan Schools Band and Orchestra Association) District 10 Marching Band Festival. Despite cold, wet weath­ er. Caledonia High .School band members performed very well at the festival, as demonstrated by the Division I (excellent) they received for their efforts. "I'm very proud of the improvement they’ve made this year." said CHS Band Director Gordon Usher. He said the band has had several opportunities to make him proud, with their scores this season. "We scored third at three marching band competi­ tions." he explained. "(In) Rockford. Otsego and Jenison, against some tough competition. And we took best marching at the Celebration on the Grand parade.* The Caledonia commu­ nity has several opportuni­ ties to show their support of the band in the next couple of weeks. Everyone is invited to a free, indoor marching band concert at 7 p.m. Monday. Nov. 3. in the Caledonia High School gym. Community members are also invited to design and donate a chair, and/or bid on one. for the joint fundraising efforts of the Caledonia marching bands and orchestras during their upcoming chair auction and Quality Family Eye Care Since 1929 Bard Bloom, O.D. Scott Bloom, O.D. OPTOMETRISTS 2 Locations Hastings Wayland 216 N. Main 792-0515 1510 N. Broadway 945-2192 MOST INSURANCE ACCEPTED spaghetti dinner. The dinner and auction are scheduled to take place Saturday. Nov. 8. in the Caledonia Middle School cafeteria. The spaghetti dinner and a silent auction of all but 10 chairs starts at 5 p.m. There will be a live auction at 7:30 pm of the top 10 chairs, as judged by CHS and CMS band/orchestra directors Gordon Usher. Becky Sowerby and Pete DeLille. This combined effort promises to draw some interesting chair designs by students, staff and commu­ nity members alike. Imagination is the only restriction on the design of any type of chair. Deadline for donation is 3 p.m. the day of the event (Nov. 8), but due to school not being in session that day. a Friday afternoon dropoff (at CMS) may be a safer bet. The spaghetti dinner will cost $5 per person or $20 for a family ticket (immedi­ ate family only). Participation in the auction is free. Fund-raisers for the school's music programs are becoming crucial due to growth of the student com- CHS Band Director Gordon Usher has guided his students to a higher level of musical excellence, as they received Division I ratings at the recent festival hosted by CHS. The Caledonia High School band is large not only in talent, but also in number as evidenced here by these three pictures taken in order to encompass all members CHERRY VALLEY DENTAL KEVIN VANDERHEIDE, D.D.S. 9809 Cherry Valley, Suite G Caledonia, Ml 49316 “Dr. VanderHeide’s great personality made me feel at ease. He took time to explain all my options and I was extremely happy with the work done." — Kirn-Owner of Essential Bean “I’ve always been anxious about going to the dentist, but Dr. VanderHeide made the appointment fun and comfortable for me.” — Liz Sorsen. 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Ml 493164)311 1*16)554-431 N i (616) 891-9000 O R S �Page 12/The Sun and News MukHeviHe. October 28. 2003 Middle school runners end another fall of giving their all The gracious Bay Pointe restaurant will change hands Dec. 1 The 2003 TK Middle School cross country teams. Team members are (front from left) Kelsey Krey, Ashley Jachim, Tim Etter, Joey Pascucd, Keith Winchester, Ethan Fuller, Sammi Bowhuis, Kaitlyn Otto, Jordan Callow, (back) Aanka Schilz. Megan Foote, Emma Ordway, Kaley Jachim, Audrey Hoag. Alecia Strumberger, Kelly Hine, Cassie Groendyke, John Betit, Lyndi Garrison, Ryan Page. Matt Batson. Ali Shaw, Matt Williamson, Matt Hillman, Geoffrey Albaugh, and Barb Berger. The Thomapplc Kellogg Middle School cross country team finished its season with flying colors. Not only did the boys’ and girls’ teams come away with a victory over Hastings but 15 out of the 27 team members improved their times by over 30 seconds. Barb Berger improved hers by over 3 minutes. The girls 15 member squad ran well together by consistently placing I" or 2 at their meets, leading the 7th and 8th grade squad were Ashley Jachim. Emma Ordway, Audrey Hoag. Jordan Collow, Sammi Bowhuis and Alecia Strumberger. Kaley Jachim ran this year as a 6th grader and with out fail was among the top five Middleville run­ ners in each race. Kelsey Krey, Kaitlyn Otto. Cassie Groendyke. Megan Foote, and Aarika Schilz continued to improve each race and ran hard the entire season. Lyndi Garrison joined late, but improved dramatically and showed promise. Ixading the boys team were Keith Winchester. Ethan Fuller. John Betit. Ryan Page and Joey Pascucci. As 6th graders. Geoffrey Albaugh. Kelly Hine, and Ali Shaw pushed the 7th and 8th grade boys by McKeown consistently finishing within the top five Middleville run­ ners. Tim Etter. Matt Batson. Matt Hillman, and Matt Williamson rounded out the TK boys' squad with solid runs each race. The team started by run­ ning one to two miles a day at the beginning of their six week season and ended by running up to five miles dur­ ing a practice. They worked together and pushed each other to run harder and hard­ er each day. They wanted not only to win but to give per­ sonal bests each and every race. The porch welcomed diners for 20 years Kraaup. c. Certified Public Accountants The view from the bay window was great no matter the season Bay Pointe sold, continued from page 1 FREE INCOME TAX REVIEW Ever wondered if it was possible to save a few more tax dollars? Has your current tax preparer lost touch with your situation? If the answer to either question is yes, maybe it’s time to address the situation. The time for prudent tax planning is now. We invite you to bring in your three prior income tax returns and we’ll be happy to see if we can find additional savings. 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There are no provisions for any waiver or adjustment of fees by the director of operations. Beginning this fall, the Caledonia School Board established facility use rates with a minimum per hour rental rates ranging from $2 per hour for a conference room, to SIX for the gym, to $300 per hour for use of the Performing Art Center (with a two-hour minimum). In addition, fees for custodial help at the rate of lime and half (minimum $8 per hour) with a two-hour minimum must also be paid if a custo­ dian is required and works outside their regular sched­ ule. Any cafeteria/kitchen use will require an on-site cafete­ ria employee and the group will be charged at the rate of time and a half for the top step of the salary scale with a two-hour minimum. The facility use list pro­ vides a sample list of groups now required to pay the rental fees: 1) any school function directly related to the schools; 2) community groups (CYB. AYSO. CATS, scouts, blood brive, staff, etc.); 3) cchurch or reli­ gious groups; 4) outside and for-profit groups; 5) and all employee personnel. Non-resident individuals and groups typically will now pay three times the resi­ dent rates. Church and reli­ gious groups meeting on weekends will pay the resi­ dent fees for the first year with a sliding multiplier of 1.2. 1.5, etc., after each addi­ tional year. Nothing shall be sold, displayed or given away without the permission of the director of operations. Per the new policy, use of all athletic fields by groups not connected with the schools is allowed only on a very limited basis and will normally be denied. Use of the weight room will require a knowledgeable adult or supervision by school per­ sonnel and may be used only by permission of the athletic director and director of oper­ ations. The fees for using athletic fields have not yet been set. though $1 of the youth participation charges presently are designated for field maintenance. Groups that pay the field fees do not presently get use of any con­ cession facilities. So. under the new rules. Caledonia Boy Scout Troop 2O2’s request for its annual “Sports Over-Night” in the gym at the old adult educa­ tion building generates the following fees per hour: $2 for room use. $8 for janitori­ al services. $ 18 for gym for a total $28 per hour. Since that event runs from 6 p.m. on a Friday to 9 a.m. Saturday or 15 hours, the facility fee for the event comes to $450. The Caledonia Community School Board of Education, having now revised its fee policy, might also want to consider remov­ ing the word “Community” from its school name. Frederick Fleischmann, Scoutmaster. Troop 202, Caledonia Middleville growth isn’t a bad thing To the editor: I'm writing in response to the debate that has been tak­ ing place in the Sun & News for the past few weeks regarding "what Middleville needs." Having read the different opinions week after week, I think that everyone needs to take a step back and evaluate the situation. Change is inevitable. Look around — growth is taking place every­ where. Is this bad? Of course not. We need to embrace change and make the most of it. With the growth that Middleville is experiencing, we are receiving better roads, more stores, improved schools, paved walking trails, a riverfront gazebo and... more tax dollars to spend on improving our vil­ lage. By wishing for a variety of stores, it does not in any way mean that we are not sup­ portive of existing business­ es. By providing a variety of businesses, we will draw more people into the village, instead of giving them rea- NOTICE VILLAGE OF MIDDLEVILLE ^ChiG^ BARRY COUNTY, MICHIGAN FILING DEADLINE FOR CANDIDATES FOR VILLAGE OFFICES A Candidate who wishes to seek a non-partisan position on the Village ot MtocnevUte Council must Ne a nominating petition and Affidavits of identity no later than 4 00 p.m on Tuesday. November 25, 2003 The mmmum number of signatures required is 6 with a maximum of 20. The General Electwn will be held on March 8. 2004 The Offices of Village President (two-year term). Three Trustees (tour-year term). And One Trustee (three-year term) wd be filed Petitions and Affidavit toons can be obtained at the Wage Had. 100 E. Main Street. Mtodtevrfte Ml 49333 Office hours are Monday through Fnday. 900 am-500 p.m. MMW Rhonda L. Fisk Village Clerk sons to drive to Grand Rapids or Hastings. With the growth that Middleville is experiencing, there is enough people to support the busi­ nesses. I admit I, too, was disap­ pointed with the selection of new stores. It would be very nice to have such conven­ iences as a hardware store, deli, farmers market, paint store, clothing store, lumber yard, equipment rental store, etc. Again, that doesn't mean that I’m not supportive of existing businesses. I just see the limitless potential in Middleville. You will always find some people resistant to change. However, we can still keep the hometown fed and have growth. Look at Lowell and our neighbor. Hastings. We also need to remember that the residents of Middleville are made up of a mixture of people. Some people have spent all of their lives here, while others are moving their families into Middleville from Grand Rapids and surrounding areas No matter what the circumstances, we are all Middleville residents and we need to respect each other Jennifer DeVries, Middleville Special ed busing story one-sided To the editor: Concerning the article in the June 3 edition of the Sun and News, titled “TK School Board moves for­ ward with special ed busing plan.” I would like to be both "dramatic and emo­ tional." The dramatics start here: I feel that the article is a good example of poor, inaccurate, misleading and biased reporting that goes on all over this country today. The word "forward" in the title can give the reader the meaning of advancement or improvement, when in this case it means that the board did approve a contract with a private company to trans­ port the special needs chil­ dren of the district against the will of the taxpayers present. The first paragraph of the article smoothed over what really happened at a meet­ ing. For the many people of the district who were not there, yet may have read the article, this paragraph makes it look like there were just a bunch of self-seeking, hot­ headed parents there. I graduated from Middleville Thomapple Kellogg High School, where I took English classes. I remember my teacher say­ ing "answer the questions: Who. what, where, when and why?" As reporters, why attend the meeting and write the article if you don't answer these questions? The author does answer these questions for one side of the debate, but not for the other. Isn't the job of a good newspaper to give fair and accurate and impartial reporting of the news? Anything with a bias to it is called editorializing and is not considered news. It is opinion, which anyone can express. It does not say anywhere in the article that serious questions were asked by concerned parents of the special needs children, or that the TK Board of Education could not answer those questions. It did, how­ ever, quote board president Dave Smith as stating "everything possible was done to investigate this pro­ posal thoroughly." It also stated "members of the board told parents they trusted those in the district who have provided research on the issue." However, it was not reported the entire board was asked individually by a concerned parent to explain what they had done to inves­ tigate the propc*sal Nor was it reported that die board all gave basically the same answer: Read the letters of four people who recom­ mended the company who is going to oversee the com­ bined routes. So who researched the issue? Shouldn’t the voters know these facts? The board was asked by a concerned parent: ’Who would hire drivers?" The answer given by the board, "It was assumed the KISD would, but it was not cer­ tain " The transportation line rammed through the board that is now in charge of the in one month with two transportation of special meetings open to the public. needs children of people of My question, as I feel yours the district hired a driver as taxpayers should be. is who unfortunately pulled why? Have sports now been put out in front of a truck and was killed, and a student on ahead of special needs chil­ board the bus was injured. dren? If so, 1 know w hy my That was tragic enough, but grandfather used to say at the driver had three prior times like these: "There moving violations and the seems to be more horses company hired the driver asses than horses in this anyway! It took an "emo­ country." My great uncle tional parent" to inform a board that had done every­ "Doubting" Thomas would thing possible to researched want the answer to one or the subject that piece of two more questions, and I think that the voters of the news. Yet that very "emotional" district should know these or "dramatic" fact never answers as well. How does it make sense made the paper for the vot­ ers of the district unable to that all the routes can stay attend the meeting to read. the same, the drivers stay As voters and parents of the the same, and a private com­ district, does that sound like pany is added oversee a company you want hiring things, and the district can drivers to transport your still save money? Do you as kids to school? Nor did it to voters think this could be the these "emotional." "dramat­ start of privatized busing? I realize the job of a ic" parents; however, that did not make the paper school board member is not an easy one. nor is the job of either. I won't waste anyone's a reporter, and I applaud time by telling you that the those who do those jobs board had its mind made up well. This issue is already to go with the KISD prior to decided but there are plenty the meeting. However, I more out there to decide. I would like to leave the vot­ do not mean to attack any­ ers of the district w ith a few one, but fair is fair, and I feel the voters of the district' final thoughts to consider. When I was in school, need to get both sides of a sports were an extra curricu­ story, so let's see some bet­ lar activity, and were played ter reporting out there. for fun. Fun could be had on Better yet go and see for the playground, and the yourself what goes on. After playground was usually bare all, it is our money that they ground. As kids, we some­ are spending, you have the times had to stay inside right to see how it is spent, when it rained so we didn’t and moreover you can and get all muddy. Then we should voice your opinion. Here is where the emo­ grew up and some of us played football, or marched tion comes in: One of those in the band. The field then special needs children is my was grass and sometimes it grandson, and I do want the also got muddy, but that was best for him. I am very OK, we lived through it. I proud of al) my children, am not bringing this up to and grandchildren, but I was rehash things, but to make never so proud of my son as when he asked these ques­ an important point: Six months went into tions, and fought for his researching the spending of child Jim Thomas, over $500,000 to resurface Kalamazoo the football field, a field that has been sod as long as I can Editor' Note: The KISD remember (and we are now a third generation family at says it has no record of any TK schools) and the entire such driver involved in a board felt proud about that fatal accident that was hired by the private firm in ques­ decision. The proposal to privatize tion. busing of special needs chil­ dren of the district was NOTICE VILLAGE OF CALEDONIA KENT COUNTY, MICHIGAN FILING DEADLINE FOR CANDIDATES FOR VILLAGE OFFICES A Candidate who wishes to seek a non-partisan position on the Caledonia Village Council must file a nominating petition and an Affidavit of identity no later than 4 00 pm. on Tuesday, November 25, 2003 The minimum number of signatures required a 6 with a maximum of 20 The Primary will be held on February 16, 2004, it needed, and the General Election will be held on March 8. 2004 The offices of Village Prestoent, a two-year term, and 3 tour-year term Trustee positions will be fitted along with an additional two-year Trustee term Petitions and Affidavit forms can be obtained at the Caledonia village office. 250 S Mapie Street, Caledonia, Michigan Office hours are Monday through Thursday. 8:30 a m to 3 30 p.m Sandy Ayers Village Clerk �The Sun and News. Middleville. October 28, 2003/ Page 15 Audit report card rates Caledonia Village ‘good’ by Ruth Zachary Staff Writer Caledonia Village offi­ cials Oct. 13 discussed the tax implications of an audit report by Rehman and Robson, presented by Doug Vredevogt. In the firm's opinion, the general purpose financial statement is a good one. Vredevogt said. Revenues have remained fairly constant, made up of special revenues, street fond, and general fund revenues. State shared revenue has gone from $105,000 in 2001 to $93,000 this year. This revenue from the stale has been declining because of budget troubles "Property taxes have remained fairly consistent. Interest of course, has been falling down over the last few years," Vredevogt said. Total expenditures by some funds are down. Genera] funds, including public works and general government. is down. Capitol outlay for public works is down substantially, due to expenditures in the past two years, nothing to be concerned about, he said. One area, the comparison of the budget for the general fund balance ($498,000) and where the village actually ended up showed a conserva­ tive budget, resulting in less spending than was budgeted. The fund balance was 195 percent of the total expendi­ tures for the year, an amount to cover almost two years of expenditures, he said. President Daryl Penfold said he did not think spend­ ing funds held by the village just to spend it was foolish, but would like to document The village tax has been lowered twice in the past five or six years, by about 25 to 30 percent, but if any major projects come up, Penfold said, "It's very difficult under Proposal A and Headlee to get taxes back up. If you have a major problem come up, the village could be ‘just stuck.”’ plans for using the money to meet village needs. He mentioned a street project planned on Main, or a project between Johnson and Main, which the village may be required to subsidize, or finance greater propor­ tions of the bill than in previ- From Our Readers Local Citizens Speak Out On Issues M-37 must be made safer To the editor: 1 have personally seen countless accidents, many serious and one fatal while simply driving on M-37 through Caledonia. Now. just last week, there was yet another death, this time involving a school bus. It didn’t involve a family member of mine and proba­ bly not one of yours, but it might be someday. One death is too many and the frequency of accidents on this small stretch of road from 84th Street to 100th Street is absolutely unaccept­ able. With increasing fre­ quency over the past few years, I have passed emer­ gency vehicles at the scene of an accident on M-37 in Caledonia. I used to drive by and pay little attention. That was until last fall when I saw a 13-year-old boy killed right before my eyes. Now I pay attention. Speeds are too fast and there arc too few lanes to appropriately handle the amount of traffic. Worst of all, this problem is not new. We are all aware of the prob­ lem and it is getting worse, not better. So I decided to make some calls and see what the Michigan Department of Transportation (MDOT) was planning to do to fix the problem. The answer was not very satisfying. The regional representa­ tive of M-DOT told me that he is well aware of the prob­ lem and that it is very seri­ ous. But. the only change planned is the addition of a left turn lane, and that isn't scheduled until the year 2008. That is unacceptable. I care far too much about my family to just sit back and wait for the bureaucratic wheels to grind slowly for­ ward. The MDOT representative informed me that, "The squeaky wheel gets the grease." He said the bureau­ cratic wheels turn more quickly if your state repre­ sentative and/or senator push the issue. So, if you too would like to make your town safer, call Rep. Glenn Steil (SI7) 373-0840 and Sen. Ken Sikkema (517) 373-0797. Tell them that the number of accidents and deaths are unacceptable. Make these representatives of Caledonia earn your vote. Don’t let them tell you what they can’t do. because they can help fix this problem. So, if you see a Honda CRV going a bit slower through town, please don't be mad at me. I’m just trying to keep my family and yours a bit safer. Mike Schipper, Caledonia CHARTER TOWNSHIP OF CALEDONIA COUNTY OF KENT, MICHIGAN PUBLIC NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that on November 3. 2003. at 700 p.m . the Planning Commission of the Charter Township of Caledonia w« hold a pubbe hearing at the Caledonia Township and Village Hail. 250 South Maple Street. Caledonia. Michigan concerning the applica­ tion of T&M Partners, LLC. to rezone land from an A Agricultural District to a Planned Unit Development (PUD) District tsmgte family residential site condomoum) on land commonly known as 9462 WhrtneyviHe Ave. S.E , and legally desenbed as: S 1/2 NE 1/4 EX COM AT INT OF W LINE OF WHITNEYVILLE AVE & N 16 LINE TH W 208 5 FT TH S 208 5 FT TH E TO W LINE OF SD HW TH NWLY ALONG SD HWY LINE TO BEG ALSO E 16 A OF SE 1/4 NW 1/4 * SEC 26 T5N R10W 90 64 A All interested persons may attend the puOK heanng and comment upon the proposed rezomng Written comments may be submitted to the Township office at the above-slated address, up to the time of the public hearing Dated: October 14, 2003 October 28, 2003 PLANNING COMMISSION OF THE CHARTER TOWNSHIP OF CALEDONIA ous years. These projects are presently planned to be done with state matching funds, but if the local matching amounts are increased. Penfold wondered if they could allocate some of the accumulated funds to these causes. "What we need is a set aside. What justifies that?" Penfold asked. Because if not planned for. then he wondered if a tax refund was required. The amount accumulated is very high, and could be considered out of line unless the amount is accounted for. Financial advisors do not like this option, if there are viable plans for the money. But this requires the docu­ mentation and plans be well defined. The village tax has been lowered twice in the past five or six years, by about 25 to 30 percent, but if any major projects come up. Penfold said. "It’s very difficult under Proposal A and Headlee to get taxes back up. If you have a major problem come up. the village could be ‘just stuck.’” Meanwhile, there has been a 3 and 4 percent increase in taxable value, and 8 or 10 percent growth on new con­ struction. Penfold pointed out. He said a look at the overall taxable value reveals the true effect, or actual worth of the tax base. This grows every year, while rev­ enues coming back to local municipalities goes down. Moving on. Vredevogt said enterprise fund activity shows net income and loss. In 2001 and 2002, the village showed some operating loss­ es in the sewer fund. This year there was an operating income of $31.000. But the gain was due to a large assessment that came in from the township at $60,000 plus. Without that, there would be an operating loss, he explained. Penfold said a rate increase is in place to help that. "Some of that is to be set aside, some is for asset purchasing." There is also a long term bond, to be paid off. at interest. The council will review the information. ORDINANCE NO. 03_Z AN ORDINANCE to amend the Zoning Ordinance of the Township of Caledonia (Amendments in Non-conforming Lot Provisions in R-1, R-2 and R-3 Districts) THE CHARTER TOWNSHIP OF CALEDONIA ORDAINS: Section 1. Section 7.5(a) of the Charter Township of Caledonia Zoning Ordinance, pertaining to the R-1 District, is hereby amended so as to read in its entirety as follows Section 7.5 District Regulations Land, buildings and structures in the R-1 District shall com­ ply with the following requirements unless otherwise provided in this ordinance (a) Minimum Lot Area and Width (1) Without public or community sanitary sewer - Two acres and 200 feet, respectively, (2) With public or community sanitary sewer - One acre and 150 feet, respectively provided, however, that any lot or parcel which is platted or otherwise of record, as of the effective date of this subsection may be used for one single family detached dwelling if it has a minimum area of 15,000 square feet and a minimum width of 10 feet, but provided further that this provision pertaining to a lot or parcel of record at the effective date of this subsec tion shall apply only for a period of five years from the effective date hereof, but shall be of no effect thereafter. Section 2. Section 8.5(a) of the Charter Township of Caledonia Zoning Ordinance, pertaining to the R-2 District, is hereby amended so as to read in its entirety as follows Section 8.5 District Regulations Land, buildings and structures in the R-2 District shall com­ ply with the following requirements unless otherwise provided in this ordinance (a) Minimum Lot Area and Width (1) Without public or community sanitary sewer -1 acre and 150 feet, respectively; provided, however, that any lot or parcel which is platted or otherwise of record as of the effective date of this subsection may be used for one single-family detached dwelling if it has a min­ imum area of 7,500 square feet and a minimum width of 75 feet, but provided further that this provision pertaining to a lot or parcel of record at the effective date of this subsection shall apply only for a period of five years from the effective date hereof, but shall be of no effect thereafter. (2) With public or community sanitary sewer - 1/2 acre and 100 feet, respectively; provided, however, that any lot or parcel which is platted or otherwise of record as of the effective date of this subsection may be used for one single family detached dwelling if it has a min­ imum area of 7,500 square feet and a minimum width of 75 feet Section 3. Section 9.5(a) of the Charter Township of Caledonia Zoning Ordinance, pertaining to the R-3 District, is hereby amended so as to read in its entirely as follows Section 9.5 District Regulations Land, buildings and structures in the R-3 District shall com­ ply with the following requirements unless otherwise provided in this ordinance: (a) Minimum Lot Area and Width (1) Single Family Dwelling (1) Without public or community sanitary sewer service - 20,000 square feet and 100 feet, respectively; provided, however that any lot or parcel which is platted or otherwise of record as of the effective date of this subparagraph may be used for one single-family detached dwelling if it has a minimum area of 7,500 square feet and a minimum width of 75 feet, but provided further that this provision pertaining to a lot or parcel or record at the effective date of this subsection shall apply only for a period of five years from the effec­ tive date hereof, but shall be of no effect thereafter (ii) With public or community sanitary sewer service - 10,000 square feet and 75 feet, respec­ tively; provided, however that any lot of parcel which is platted or otherwise of record as of the effective date of this subparagraph may be used for one single-family detached dwelling if it has a minimum area of 7,500 square feet and a minimum width ot 75 feet, but provided further that this provision pertaining to a lot or parcel of record at the effective date of this subsection shall apply only for a period of five years from the effective date hereof, but shall be of no effect thereafter (2) Two Family Dwelling (i) Without puokc or community sanitary sewer service - 30,000 square feet and 150 feet, respectively, provided, however tha* any lot or parcel which is platted or otherwise of record as of the effective date of th.s subparagraph may be used for one single-family detached dwelling if it has a minimum area ot 7,500 square feet and a minimum width of 75 feet, but provided further that this provision pertaining to a lot or parcel of record at the effective date ot this subsection shall apply only tor a period of five years from the effec­ tive date hereof but shall be of no effect thereafter (i) With public or community sanitary sewer service - 15,000 square feet and 100 feet, respectively; provided, however, that any tot or parcel which ts platted or otherwise ot record as of toe effective date of this subparagraph may be used for one singie-famity detached dweKng if it has a minimum area of 7,500 square feet and a minimum width of 75 feet, but provided further that this provision pertaining to a tot or parcel of record at the effective date of this subsection shall apply only tor a period of five years from the effec­ tive date hereof, but shall be ot no effect thereafter (3) an (4) (no change) (b) and (c) (no change) Section 4 This ordinance shall become effective seven days after its publication or seven days after the publication of a summary of its provisions in a local newspaper of general circulation 06674587 �Page 16/The Sun and News. Middleville. October 28. 2003 Caledonia ZBA denies church's sign request bv Ruth Zacharv Staff Writer The Caledonia Township Zoning Board of Appeals Oct. 23 denied a request brought by Whitneyville Bible Church to place a sign within a 25-foot setback from a new right of way established by the Kent County Road Commission. The right of way on Whitneyville adds ten more feet to the county road on the same side as the church is located. Church representatives wanted the sign to have read­ ability and visibility from a distance, as some trees were thought to block the view. The internally lit sign would be of metal construc­ tion, 4x8 feet, and preferably double sided. Members of the ZBA said they felt there were still two acceptable options for plac­ ing the sign, one facing front next the church parking lot, and another parallel to the church drive, but still beyond the setback requirement They said there was not a true hardship because the church area is very visible for a significant distance, and placement of the sign too near the road would block safe vision, not only for motorists, but for church members exiting the grounds. If the county widens the road, this could add another visual hindrance on the already busy road. In other business at its Oct. 23 meeting, the ZBA: • Conditionally granted another variance on Valhalla Drive, which involved the private road along the east side of the Thomapple River, as well as a property split expected to increase those using the road. Richard and Linda Roller presented a request with sev­ eral parts. Their current home, purchased in 1988. was built in the mid 1940s and they own two parcels, improperly sized for the zon­ ing of the district they are in. The township ordinance requires two acres. Also. when there are several resi­ dents located off a private road, the township requires paving before the fifth house can be built But Valhalla was developed poor to the ordinance. The Rollers remodeled the current house, but would like to build a new home on the other parcel, and divide the two kits differently so they have two nearly equal sized lots, which would still com­ ply with all township set­ backs. The second lot has been perked. The building inspector advised the pro­ posed change. The lots have been surveyed and registered with the township. Richard Roller said they have been paying taxes on the vacant parcel, assessed at almost $50,000 on the basis that it is a buildable lot. Refusal to grant the variance would lead to a different class for the lot assessment. Township zoning says two non-compliant adjacent lots with a single owner must be joined, so a variance to do otherw ise is required. The proposed new home, sized 52 x 64 feet would meet all setback require­ ments. Not knowing there could be a township hitch, they have put money down with the builder. The couple pointed out other homes had been built in the last 10 years which have smaller lots than their own proposal, one built two years ago on an 85-foot lot with a variance. One neigh­ boring home is also on a smaller sized lot. The Roller home and lot size would be compatible with others on Valhalla. In the past. ZBA members have heard objections by res­ idents. not wanting to sacri­ fice established trees along the narrow winding road which adds to the beauty of the area. One neighbor who would lose trees was present and in support of paving. Uniform agreement needs to be verified and supported by a legal agreement signed by those using the road. Neighbors on the road came to support the propos­ al, those present in favor of the proposed paving and widening of Valhalla. At first the applicants wanted to pave the road as it is, with an estimate from Mark’s Asphalt for $17,000. at a cost of about $1,000 each for the 17 residents. This is a low estimate, because many of the neigh­ bors plan to use their own equipment to do part of the prep work. It may take until spring. Richard Roller said he thought the investment to pave Valhalla would increase the value of the house he intends to sell. He said However, township stan­ dards require 20 feet of clearing and a minimum of 12 feet of paving for safety and emergency vehicle con­ siderations. The board agreed to com­ promise w ith 16 feet of grav­ el base and clearing and paving 12 feet wide built to township standards of about 2 1/2 inches thick, with the Fire Chiefs approval. A pos­ sible exemption for the last 500 feet was mentioned. It was pointed out heavy tanker trucks, garbage vehi­ cles, etc. are able to negotiate the drive as it is. with many wide driveways in which to turn around. A condition of placing a $20,000 bond on completion of the road, and plans show­ ing compliance with the pri­ vate road ordinance, (with exception of the compro­ mise) was added. • Postponed a third vari­ ance request from Thomas Jensen to build on the north side of an existing home where existing setbacks of 11 or 12 feet were already too narrow, having been built prior to the present zon­ ing. The lot is 100 feet wide and 600 feet deep on the river. The drive meanders through the wooded parcel with the terrain. The house, on the river is placed consid­ erable distance from homes on adjoining property. The narrow home was to be widened, with a low level garage/storage area, and an upper bedroom to meet the needs of a growing family. Architects thought widening was not a preferable option. Other options to restruc­ ture the addition to the back or front, or to obtain an ease­ ment from the neighbors to accommodate the set back requirement, or even to pur­ chase the extra land needed were stated as reasons not to grant the variance. The board did not want to set a prece­ dent allowing anyone to build only three or four feet from a setback line, where 20 feet is normally required. Two developers find going difficult at Yankee Springs Back for more Thornapple Township planning commissioners, Dale Guikema, Ross DeMaagd and Winifred Punt, received the oath of office for another term from supervisor Don Boysen. & Paint Repair (616) 868-6087 All Vehicle Makes & Models Insurance Claims - Save On Deductibles All Work Fully Guaranteed Free Computer Estimating In Business Since 1978 Spray-In Truck Bcdliners Protect your new truck or improve your older one Owner - Kevin Wagner Comer of Whitneyville & 68th Street www.kevinsbodyshop.com , by Patricia Johns Staff Writer Three requests that came before the Yankee Springs Township Planning Commission Thursday night had no difficulty winning favor, but two developers found themselves on the “hot seat” while discussing their plans. It was easy for the Planning Commission to approve the new canopy for the BP gas station, formerly an Amoco, at the comer of Patterson Road and M-179. Dixie Schultz received permission to rezone the por­ tion of her property at the southeast comer of West Arhana Crest Drive from rural agriculture to rural resi­ dential without much discus­ sion, since this request fits in with the master plan. The Gun Lake Community Church will have new entrance and exit signs which meet the requirements of the sign ordinance. On the tougher side of things, D&B Development Co. finally did walk away with preliminary approval of the proposed Glass Creek Estates plat, located at 1795 North M-37. The discussion involved why Dave Dykstra had decided not to develop a planned unit development on the site which might have made it easier to protect Glass Creek and the wet­ lands along it. Dykstra told the commis­ sion that his experience with PUD designs have not worked for him in Barry County. He is planning to create restrictive deed lan­ guage so that purchasers of the home sites know that they will not be able to build within a certain distance of the creek. The deeds will require use of non-phosphate fertilizer. This preliminary approval was granted and now D&B will have to get approvals from the health department, drain commission and MDOT in writing. There was also a discus­ sion about the length of the cut de sac which will be a county road. Dykstra assured the commission that he would work with the fire chief to make sure equip­ ment could get down and turn around safely. He also offered to install dry hydrants. However, Kay-D develop­ ment will have to return to the commission at either its workshop meeting Thursday, Nov. 6, or its regular meeting Nov. 20 for final approval of a proposed PUD, Starr View Estates. He will be working with the township’s planner/consultant Ken Detloff to make sure the language in his con­ dominium documents meets the requirements. In other business the board approved a sidewalk and landscaping plan submitted by the Boardwalk PUD. 1997 Dodge Ram 4x4 large box with high cap. Well maintained. $6,000. Calltmie @269-945-9554. �The Sun and News. Middleville. October 28. 2003/ Page 17 It’s back to drawing board in Caledonia’s supt. search by Cathy Rueter , Staff Writer The Caledonia Board of Education is starting all over again in its search for a new superintendent. Board members were not satisfied with the candidates after their interviews and site visits earlier this fall and decided against hiring any­ one at that time to succeed the retiring Doug Busman. At their regular meeting ear­ lier this month, they talked about their even more diffi­ cult task ahead. "This is the most impor­ tant thing this board is going to do It’s our duty now to go find (the right candi­ dates) ..." board member Robert Lillie explained. "(If it takes) two or three more times. I’m willing to do it" Fellow board member Dennis Atkinson listed the top desired qualities in a new school chief, as noted by each member of the school board member. • Vision for greatness/excellence demon­ strated in previous positions — Bill Harrison. • Able to motivate to a higher level — Bernie Nagel. • Character, integrity, trustworthiness, openness, honesty and consistency — Bob Lillie. • A proven track record from a comparable district with similar size and same type of organization struc­ ture — Kristy Sherlund. • Academic excellence. Familiar with learning styles ous candidates and even process needed for the next of children; on the cutting though the last two candi­ round of the search which is guided by the edge of changes (in academ­ dates were qualified, they being agreed neither would have Michigan Association of ics) — Ken Yonker • Track record of accom­ been a good fit for School Boards (MASB). In other recent school plishments related to student Caledonia. Community member Ellen board news: achievement — Denny • The purchase of three Wilder, in a prepared written Atkinson. • Management knowledge statement, urged the board 71-passenger school buses Hoekstra Truck of all areas of the district (i.e. members to remember their from finances), in order to commitment to the kids and Equipment was approved for $194352 from the 2000 empower people (in their community. "You as a board have bond proceeds. Hoekstra was jobs) — Bob Bergy. "Even though (it’s) not day to day. many issues before you," the lowest bid at $64,609. • Approved a leave of Wilder wrote. "Decisions it’s critical," said Bergy. Board members felt that in need to be made regarding absense for custodial aide Brenda Lynema. the next round of interviews personnel, policy, finances • Adopted the new/revised that each chosen candidate and future buildings. All should send a biography with your decisions affect stu­ policies including (but not to) information concerning dents. staff and community limited proven track records of their directly. As you make these Nondiscrimination & Access district's accomplishments decisions, please remember to Equal Ed Op (revised) in nine areas. These areas to keep the focus on kids, program; Student Privacy & Access to would include student which is what Caledonia has Parental Information (revised); Drug achievement (both academi­ come to be known for. “I challenge you to recog­ & Alcohol Testing of CDL cally and extra curricular), staff relations/team building nize that there are communi­ License Holders (revised) ty members who are con­ and ability to make difficult cerned about our district’s decisions. Brittany Box, CHS present situation, and how it Student Representative, who will affect our future," she was present at the student continued. "We need as a round table sessions of the community to know what the previous superintendent board's plan is, along with a interviews, added her time line so you can help thoughts by reminding the children, parents and staff board and those in atten­ feel more secure about Dear editor: dance that the right candidate Caledonia." The Village of Caledonia In many ways this is a will "be passionate about is grateful to the middle making a difference." to teaming curve for most of school students who worked which many agreed whole­ the board. Few have endured very hard for our community the long and delicate process on Saturday. Oct. 25, for heartedly. The board has recently of a superintendent search "Make a Difference Day." come under scrutiny because prior to this one. This revisi­ Our community and our of the outcome of the previ­ tation of the criteria want- schools should be very proud ous round in the search. All ed/needed in a new superin­ of all the young people who seven members have spent tendent was in preparation many hours evaluating vari­ for and a refining of the Nelson-Purkey concerning district matters, including district security measures due to the recent security problems at Kentwood High School. "We revisited the lock­ down practice." said NelsonPurkey. "Making sure (everything is) done in the correct way." Nelson-Purkey also men­ tioned that a consultant has been contracted to assist with business and financial duties. • The CHS marching band earned all Division I ratings at the recent district festival, and has been invited to come before the board at the November regular meeting. Dutton Principal Jerry Phillips, again oversaw the District's United Way cam­ paign. in which they were able to raise almost $7,000. From Our Readers Local Citizens Speak Out On Issues Students made a difference Community education computer classes set Thornapple Kellogg Community Education has scheduled several computer classes for area resident next month. A sketch of the classes planned: • Beginner Internet class will let students take advan­ tage of the utilities on the net in this web surfing class. Participants will learn surf­ ing techniques, how to download and using share­ ware and freeware. Instructor Angie Ruger also will dis­ cuss e-mail, sending and receiving and attachments. This two-week class will meet on two Thursdays, Nov. 13 and 20, from 6:30 to Support Staff and Automatice External Defibrillators (AED) (New) Operations. Further informa­ tion concerning the ten new/revised policies can be obtained at the district office. • The Harcourt Brace. 2002 Science Series was approved as presented at the September board meeting for grades three and four. • The board heard a short report from Box about mat­ ters going on at the high school, including CHS host­ ing a a district-wide Toys for Tots campaign in conjunc­ tion with W’ZZM. CHS also will hold a blood drive Friday. Oct. 31 in the auxil­ iary gym from 8 a.m. to 2 p.m. • The board also listened to a short report by Interim Superintendent and Personnel Director Carol 8:30 p.m. in the Thomapple Kellogg School and Community Library comput­ er lab. The fee is $30. • PowerPoint and Publisher is geared toward the beginner users, who will learn how to create profes­ sional looking slide presenta­ tions with PowerPoint’s graphic program. Also included will be an introduc­ tion to Microsoft Publisher. instructor Angie Ruger says, “Learn how to create brochures, cards and many other nifty things with this user friendly software.” This two-week class will be held on two Thursdays, Dec. 4 and Dec. 11. from 6:30 to 8:30 p.m. in the library computer lab The fee is $30. Microsoft Word for the Beginner is for the beginning computer enthusiast. Topics to be covered during this five-session class will include explanation of the window screen and use of Microsoft Word and its many applications. Publisher and Excel programs also will be discussed. The class will meet Mondays from 6:30 to 9 p.m. from Nov. 17 through Dec. 15 in TKHS room 201. The fee is $50 with instructor Marcia Holst. dedicated their time and efforts to support the Make a Difference Day project. They really did make a difference to many residents of our community, and they deserve a lot of credit for making the day a success. It was such a pleasure to see the kids go the extra mile and at the same time make it fun and enjoyable If these are the caring chil­ dren of our future, then I think we can look forward to many positive accomplish­ ments. Sandy Ayers. Caledonia Village Manager AMERICAN MANUFACTURED LIVING AT CIDER MILL VILLAGE 843 Buttonwood - NEW! 28x56 3 bedrooms, 2 baths. Was $42,900 now $34,900 call CAROLE 616-891-2225 �Page 18/The Sun and News. Middleville. October 28. 2003 CMS rakes leaves for ‘Make a Difference Day Waiting for the Make a “Difference Day" event to begin, students and parents catch up with each other. More than 110 volunteers make this event happen. photos by Cathy Rueter Raking leaves in down­ town Caledonia is what “Make a Difference Day" is all about for the Caledonia Middle School students and parent volunteers. This is a free service that has occurred for quite a few years. Athlete of the week Thornapple Kellogg Varsity Girls’ Cross Country TK varsity girls cross country runner Rebecca Winchester has qualified for next Saturdays Division II State meet at Michigan International Speedway in Brooklyn. The Trojan freshman, Winchester, ran a 19:39.4 in Saturday's regional race at Yankee Springs to finish 12th. At right: This is the second year that Mary Heller has coor­ dinated the “Make a Difference Day” for Caledonia Middle School students. She gives much credit for the success to Crystal Bellgraph, better known as the hot choco­ late and doughnut lady. Her red van is a welcome sight after several yards have been raked. BLACK TOPSOIL Screened or Unscreened Sand, Gravel, Crushed Concrete The 4695 Middleville Rd. 111 N. Main St. Lynn Denton M-37, Middleville, Ml Nashville, Ml Agency 1-800-443-5253 517-852-2005 DOZER WORK Stumps, Clearing, Driveways HUNTERS! MAKING YOUR FUTURE MORE PREDICTABLE B■>. FARM BUREAU INSURANCE k 0B574W3 Limited Time!!! 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October 28. 2003/ Page 19 Yankee Springs regional unkind to Trojans, Scots by David T. Young Editor Having the regional* in your own back yard should be an advantage, but don’t try that notion on Middleville girls’ cross­ county coach Tammy Benjamin. After winning the state Division II championship three years in a row. Benjamin's Trojan girls Saturday morning failed to qualify for the state meet for the second straight year. And both times they were running a familiar course at Yankee Springs State Park. Middleville settled for fifth place in arguably the toughest regional meet in the state. East Grand Rapids, led by junior ace Laura Mai nor. topped the 16-team field with 39 points. Grand Rapids Christian, which defined running in a pack by sweep ing fifth through eighth places, was runner-up with 44 and Grand Rapids South Christian took third with HO. The top three teams and top 15 individual runners claimed the right to go to Michigan International Speedway this Saturday at Brooklyn for the state cham­ pionship meet. Grand Rapids Catholic Central squeezed in ahead of Middleville in fourth with 121 points, seven better than the Trojans. It certainly could be point­ ed out that plenty of teams and runners would have qualified for state if they had been running in a different regional meet. However, the same South Christian team that earned the third and final slot for a trip to Brooklyn is the same outfit that was run­ ner-up to the Trojans in the O-K Gold Conference meet earlier this month. Adding to the heartbreak of the day was that only one Middleville runner, fresh­ man Rebecca Winchester, qualified as an individual for state competition Nov. 1. Winchester finished 12th in 19:39.4. However, junior Kaleigh Page, running her personal best time ever in 19:46.3, just missed 15th place by less than a second. Caledonia checked in eighth with a team score of 193. and none of the Scots individually ran well enough to qualify for Brooklyn. The field was so fast that completing the course in under 20 minutes only guar­ anteed a young lady the sat­ isfaction of reaching that milestone. The field was so fast that perennial qualifiers Tricia Miedema of Caledonia and Jessica Stortz of Middleville this year will not be running at Michigan International Speedway for the first time in their high school careers. Miedema ran her last race for the Fighting Scots in 20:23.5, finishing in 24th place. Stortz's last race for Middleville was in 21:23.7. which put her in 38th place. The other two Middleville places were taken by Natalie Hoag. 29th in 20:48.6. and Chaney Robinson, 33rd in 20:52.9. Sophomore Kendra Ross was less than a second behind teammate Miedema. in 20:24.3 and finished 25th. Other Caledonia teammates scoring were Brandi Victory, 35th in 21:01: Kendal Parbel. 50th in 22:17 and Brittany Jacques. 63rd in 23:01. Malnor won the race by finishing in a blistering 17:01. his career best per formance. Frank D'Amico was 35th in 17:42. Kirk Post 37th. 17:44: Dave Villcrot 56th. 18:16; and John Goebel 57th. 18:17. Middleville was led by Chris Harkness. 40th in 17:50; Alex Robinson. 61st in 18:20; Timothy Wilson. 85th in 19:36; Michael Krouse, 88th in 19:45; and Lars Gustafson. 91st in 19:54. The boys' field had 112 runners entered, but only 106 actually competed. There was a mne-year stretch, between 1993 and 2001. when the Caledonia and Middleville girls' teams combined won seven state titles, so they had become accustomed to appearances in Brooklyn. But the 2003 season now for the two schools is over for every­ body except Winchester, the Trojan freshman. 18:17.8. Wayland freshman Jessica Armstrong, the O-K Gold Conference individual champion, was second in 18:45.4. followed by another freshman. Nikki Brown of East Grand Rapids, in 18:55. A total of 101 runners were entered in the girls’ regional, but only 93 actually competed. Caledonia finished eighth in the boys' team competi­ tion. w ith 204 points. Grand Rapids Christian was Division II regional champi­ on with 40 points. East Grand Rapids was runner-up with 69 and Catholic Central was third with 99. O-K Gold champion South Christian was fourth with 122 and Wayland fifth with 128. Middleville's boys’ team was 14th among the 16 teams with 365 points. 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(Photo by Brett Bremer) by Brett Bremer Sports Editor Early in the third quarter Thursday night, with Byron Center leading her team 34-24. Caiedonia var­ sity girls' basketball coach Angie Stauffer told her players during a time-out. “They are giving us an opportunity to get back in this game. We’ve got to take advantage of it.” "* The Scots came out and stole the ball, but missed a lay-up. then missed a chance on an offensive rebound. Colorado Blue, Black Hill & White Spruce Professionally planted with spade trucks. 7 12 foot •’135.00 (within 7 miles of light in Middleville, greater distance call for price) 269-795-2232 Dig A Tree | Transplanting Caledonia’s Julie Slot (32) works her way through the heart of the Bulldog defense in the Scots’ 56-45 loss on Thursday. (Photo by Brett Bremer) The Scots couldn't, or didn’t, take advantage of their opportunity, and fell 56-45 to the host Bulldogs. Byron Center hit eight of its 12 free throws in the fourth quarter, and never let the Scots get much clos­ er than the 10-point differ­ ence the Bulldogs had built in the first half. "They’re a veteran team,” said Stauffer of Byron Center. “When things get tough they’ve got players who know how to take a game over. I don’t know if we have that.” introducing... Ed's New Complete Auto & Truck Glass Service! Quality Auto Glass Quality Service at an affordable price Mobile Service Direct Insurance Billing Certified Technicians fWA BODY SmOP 100% SATISFACTION GUARANTEED There’s No Substitute For Quality... Clearly You Will See The Difference • Complete Collision Service • Autos & Trucks • Loaners Available • 100% Guarantee on repairs gd’s ^BODY SHOP 110 Johnson at Kinsey Caledonia 616-891-0150 “ W? 06574537 accident ” Caledonia’s Shelby King (center) keeps a close watch on Byron Center’s Crystal Zick (left) in the sec­ ond half of Thursday night’s contest. (Photo by Brett Bremer) Scot center Mindy Bode tried her best to take over that roll for the team on Thursday. Bode poured in 13 of her team high 17 points in the second half. She also had eight rebounds in the game to lead Caledonia. “Mindy had a huge sec­ ond half,” said Stauffer. “It was kind of nice to see. She needed a good game for her confidence. It was awe­ some to see a player pick it up in the second half. I told her in the locker room that it’s a true sign of mental toughness.” Bode was also five for five from the free throw line. The only Scot to knock down a free throw in the game. Caledonia only shot seven. Byron Center went 20 for 26 at the line. Caledonia came out Fighting Scot Megan Sandtveit searches for an strong, taking a 9-5 lead in the first quarter, and trail­ open teammate, as ing by only four at the end Caledonia tries to get its of one. The Scots managed offense going in the sec­ just six points in the second ond half at Byron Center. quarter. “That’s what killed us,” said Stauffer. "You can’t score (six) points in a quar­ ter against this team.” Shelby King, who draws the Scots hardest defensive assignment each and every night, was able to hold Byron Center’s Crystal Zick to just nine points in the contest, but Rachel Newsone scorched the Scots for IX. Newsone had 15 at the half. Julie Slot had 13 points for Caledonia, and Cari Butcher added 7. Only five Scots scored in the contest, compared to nine Bulldogs. There’s no time for the Scots to worry about the past. South Christian comes to Caledonia tonight. South still leads the Gold with an 8-1 league mark. The Scots are now in fourth place in the league, tied with Holland Christian at 5-4. Overall the Scots are 8-6. The Scots then visit Wayland on Thursday. (Photo by Brett Bremer) TK pool offers wet fun The Thomapple Kellogg High School pool is a resource for residents look­ ing for fun ways to keep in shape while the weather has turned dark and gray and time for walking and bicy­ cling is limited. The following is an out­ line of pool times available to the public (subject to change): • Adult Lap Swims (Must be at least 18 years old) are held Monday-Thursday from 5 to 6 p.m. On Tuesday and Thursdas there is an additional swim from 8 to 9 p.m. (pending pool participa­ tion). • Open Swims (Must be 8 years or older or be accom­ panied by an adult) are held Tuesdays and Thursdays from 6 to 7 p.m. • The Aqua Aerobics class is a fun, low impact, high intensity workout for adults geared to lone, strengthen and increase flexibility. A certified instructor will tailor the workout to meet needs of the participants, ft is held on Tuesdays and Thursdays from 7 to 8 p.m. A 12 visit pass costs $35 or $5 per visit. Passes may be purchased from an instructor. Pool passes are available from a lifeguard. An in-dis­ trict pass of 20 visits is $18. In-district swimmers pay $1 per person/per visit. An outof-district pass of 20 visits is $28. Out-of-district swim mers will pay $2 per per­ son/per visit Pool rentals must be reserved and have paperwork completed in the Community Ed office 10 days poor to date of rental. The pool is available Monday-Thursday from 3:30 to 5 p.m., Fridays 4-6 pm. and Saturdays (available Jan. 10 through March 27, noon to 3 p.m.). A Saturday swim schedule will begin Jan. 10 and run through March 27. �The Sun and News. Middleville. October 28. 2003/ Page 21 Flaska and Campbell have a big night as TK tops Hastings Holding the Saxons to just two points in the first quar­ ter. the Middleville varsity girls’ basketball team was well on its way to a victory Thursday night. The Trojans score 19 points of their own in the opening quarter, and cruised to a 63-42 w in over the host Saxons. The win should be a confi­ dence booster for the Trojans, who are finally playing with their full roster. “Obviously. Hastings is down.“ said Trojan coach Marcy Uyl. “but it was good for our kids to come out strong.” The Trojans were helped Middleville coach Marcy Uyl (center) works to keep her team in the ball game in its 21-point win over Hastings on Thursday in Hastings. (Photo by Perry Hardin) TK junior guard Kristy Hall (right) races around the Saxons' Jamie Fisher in the Trojan victory on Thursday evening. (Photo by Perry Hardin) FOR SALE: 1995 FORD CARGO Cummins V-8 diesel, 26-ft. Dox, hydro lift tailgate, drop third wheel. Call Ernie at 269-945-9554 06574932 Middleville senior Whitney Robertson takes the ball baseline around Hastings’ Katie Lawrence. (Photo by Perry Hardin) by improved shot selection, which helped them to a 55percent shooting night. 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Christian in its first two dis­ TK’s district run ended trict contests. Wednesday night with a 4-0 The second ranked team in loss to the Eagles. the state in Division II ended Christian came out attack­ the soccer seasons of both ing in the first half, tallying TK’s Jared Smith (3) fires a penalty kick around the Eagles’ wall towards teammate Ryan Fletke. (Photo by Perry Hardin) three goals in the first 40 minutes. YOUR ONE STOP WATER STORE IHd All Brands or 29 Years Water Softeners. Inm &Odor fill TK made it to Wednesday night’s contest with a win in the district opener over Greenville. The Trojans topped Greenville for the third time this season, 2-1. While that was going on at Greenville, the Scots were being topped at home 5-0 by Grand Rapids Christian. Christian scored three first half goals, then added a cou­ ple more for insurance in the second half. The loss leaves the Scots with a record of 7-12 this season overall. 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All-You-Can Eat SHELL on SHRIMP Steamed in Beer Call For Details Weekend Dinner Specials Try Our Famous Slow Roasted PRIME RIB or 1/2 lb. Shrimp (p&d) Served Hot or Cold PLUS on Sundays: 1/2 Baked Chicken. Call on times. COSMIC BOWLING EVERY FRI. Lf SAT. 891-1287 or 795'3640 �Page 24/The Sun and News. M»dd»ev*e October 2S 2003 Thornapple Twp. sand mining stirs concerns by Patricia Johns Staff Writer The Thomapple Township Planning Commission con­ tinues to wrestle with the proposed sand mining opera­ tion on state highway M-37 just north and east of Fawn Avenue. T&.M Partners had attend­ ed the Sept. 15 commission meeting for a public hearing on the issue. Some of the questions raised then had included where the regulated wetlands on the property were located. There also were some concerns raised about where the entry drive should be located. T&M Partners had been negotiating with the Michigan Department of Transportation on these issues and received approval on the afternoon of Oct. 20. the day of the meeting, for an entrance drive about 400 feet north of the exiting gravel drive and 600 feet north of Fawn Avenue. M-DOT also approved some engineering work on M-37. which includes widening the lanes, and adding a bypass lane on the west side of the highway Planner Geoff Moffat pointed out that the proposed mining operation does not come near the areas where the registered wetlands on the property are located. T&M plans to mine about 40 acres. Moffat pointed out to the residents near the pro­ posed mine that the company would only be able to mine 19 acres at a time and would have to reclaim the first 10 acres before it could start mining the next 10 acres. Bob Goodheart from Pathfinder Engineering told the commission that the goal was a “true bathtub” He said they didn't anticipate runoff into the river and that they were taking precautions. Richard Frye of Loop Court asked how the town­ ship would enforce the rules if this project were approved. The commission only approves mining special use permits for a two-year peri­ od. Limits on the length of the permit also can be estab­ lished before any mining can begin. Hours set for mining are 7 a.m. to 6 p.m. Monday through Friday. 7 am. until noon on Saturday and no activity is allowed on Sundays at all. Another resident asked about the impact of slow and heavy trucks entering the stream of very heavy traffic. Christopher J. Hier, 616-891-1240 General Dentistry for Children & Adults < — NEW PATIENTS WELCOME — Early Morning & Evening Appointments Available Conveniently located on M-57 in Caledonia (Right on the way to orfrom work) Quality dental care in a relaxed and friendly atmosphere. Your Smile The First Thing People See! Planner Geoff Moffat points out on an aenal photo­ graph where the sand mining will occur. Since T&M does have approval from M-DOT for the road improvements, it can take the risk of construc­ tion even though approval for the sand project has not been made. Members of the Planning Commission looked at the site yesterday morning. It will be on the agenda of the Nov. 24 meeting at 7 p.m. The regular meeting date was changed to accom­ modate the planner. In other business, the commission approved the site plan of Precision Trailer for its new business on North M-37 at Spring Creek Court. Precision Trailer had to negotiate with M-DOT and finally have the drainage plans approved. There was some discus­ sion of traffic hazards at that intersection M-37 drops off precipitously on both sides and there is not even enough room to create two lanes with a center turning lanes. The board approved the revised plans showing the light fixtures, drainage design and required the developer to use landscape blankets to control erosion. Dale Guikema. Winifred Punt and Ross DeMaagd were sworn in for their new terms before the start of the meeting. The next meeting of the Thomapple Township Planning Commission will be al 7 p.m. Monday. Nov. 24. � https://barrycountyhistoryportal.org/files/original/25/713/SunandNews_2003-11-04.pdf 8815a4b58a0770c6a63a2ec093cae596 PDF Text Text Middleville manager search down to top 2 candidates by Patricia Johns Staff Writer Middleville Village President Lon Myers announced Oct. 28 that the search for a new village man­ ager now is focusing on two candidates. Steve Guile of Beaverton and former Cedar Springs manager Ron Howell. Myers said at least one member of the council was concerned that they had selected the top candidates for manager so quickly, immediately following the five hours of interviews Saturday. Oct. 25. Myers suggested that it might be good to have Bob Hamilton of the Michigan Municipal Ixague, who has been working with the vil­ lage on the manager search, to check the references and do background checks of both candidates. Council agreed and Myers was authorized to contact Hamilton. The council had planned to meet at 6 p.m. today, Nov. 4 to make its choice for the manager's position. However this meeting has been can­ celed since the background Members of the Village of Middleville council listen as first graders in Shelley Erb’s class ask permission to keep First and Third streets clean. Steve Guile Ron Howell Longtime Middleville councilman resigns by Patricia Johns front-runner) is still Staff Writer employed at Beaverton, this Members of the Village of won't affect his selection," Middleville council said Myers said to longtime Guile, who has been man­ good-bye ager in Beaverton since Councilman Bill Kenyon, 2001. has had experience for who resigned as of Nov. 1 many years in downtown because he has moved out of development. He has ties to the village into the home the area in that his mother where he grew up. Kenyon’s wife, Neva, was was bom in Hastings and one thanked for her service to the son lives in Alto. housing authority. The vil­ Besides Guile and Howell, the council interviewed lage will seek replacements Robert Eberhart of Ohio and for both Kenyons with the Perry Franzoi of Iron person selected for the coun­ cil position having to run for Mountain. the position in March. Shelley Erb’s first grade class from McFall Elementary School made its annual trek to the council meeting to ask permission to clean up First and Third streets in the village. Erb’s by Brett Bremer found a hole in the and again. classes have traditionally There was a hole right in Sports Editor Trojans' armor. cleaned up along the streets Hamilton’s Hawkeyes Then they found it again. the heart of the Trojan during their recess times. defense, and the host Council unanimously Hawkeyes exploited it on agreed that keeping the earth their way to a 35-20 victo­ clean was a good goal. ry in Friday’s Division 4 Village President Lon Myers District football playoff told the class that he wanted contest. them to do as good a job as It was a tough night for the previous classes. the Trojan defense, which Before the council meet­ had been so stingy all sea­ ing, Sgt.Tony Stein from the son. The undefeated Middleville unit of the Barry Hawkeyes’ 35-point per­ Couinty Sheriffs formance was biggest Department gave the class a offensive output all season tour of the police department against the Trojan D. A and reviewed safety rules. scan thought for TK on During the meeting he Halloween night; senior assured the council that safety Jordan Hartley led “crime was not running ram­ the Trojans with 11 tack­ pant" through the village and les. that the special officers "Their full back broke would be on patrol during through a few times, and Halloween and checking our secondary was forced candy at the UAW Hall. In other business, the to make the plays." said council approved a new land TK coach Tim Penfield. Hamilton seniors Matt division ordinance that Mokma and Dustin Smith applies to non-platted prop­ found themselves with erty within the village. The w aste w ater treatment only one man to beat on numerous occasions. plant continues to run well Mokma carried 20 times with the nickel concentration well within limits. Despite tight coverage. TK s David Finkbeiner (right) for 250 yards to lead his New code enforcement hauls in this TD pass on a fourth-and-goal play from the team. officer Karen Winans report­ Hamilton 5 late in the third quarter Friday tor the See TK football. pg. 17 ed that 100 letters have gone Trojans’ first score. (Photo by Brett Bremer) checks have not been com­ pleted. Council will discuss the appointment of a manager at its regular meeting on Tuesday. Nov. 11. Then the personnel committee can negotiate salary and benefits before the board officially appoints a new manager. It is expected that the salary will be between $50,000 and $60,000 per year. "This one week delay may help council feel more com­ fortable with the person we select. Since Mr. Guile (the Hawkeyes run right through Trojans in district opener Bill Kenyon cast his final vote as a Village council member on Oct. 28. He moved to adjurn the meeting. “I appreciate it when people respond after the first letter. There are things I might not understand and it helps when I can talk to people if there are problems.” - Karen Winans out to violators. “More than 65 have already corrected the prob­ lems,’ she said. She contin­ ues to work with planner Geoff Moffat to make sure that everything from letters to follow-up contacts works smoothly. “I appreciate it when peo­ ple respond after the first let­ ter. There are things I might not understand and it helps when 1 can talk to people if there are problems,” Winans said. The next meeting of the village council will be at 7 p.m. Tuesday, Nov. II, in the village hall. The special meeting originally scheduled tonight (Nov. 4) to select a new manager was canceled to allow more time for back­ ground checks. In This Issue • TK cast hard at work on “Mouse that Roared” • County gets encouraging news about economic development • TK board approves ski team, choir trip • CHS staff cooking up a delicious fund-raiser �Page 2/The Sun and News, Middleville. November 4. 2003 Brog gas station, store joining Vintage Village This is a picture of the outside of the Brog gas station and market from another yearbook. Members of the Village Players of Middleville used this photo and others to created the Vintage Village design. Clair Brog pictured in his store, this photo is from an TK yearbook from the 1960s. by Patricia Johns Staff Writer The Brog service station and market, which served the community for many years and is well remembered by school children in years gone by, is the latest piece in the nostalgic Vintage Village scries The service station and market was located on the corncr where Lon Ixfanty’s of State Farm Insurance now owns the building. Cheryl Cravero says, “After considereing a number of pos­ sible buildings, Clair Brog's comer store seemed to be remembered by so many peo­ ple ' Brog served homes and farms with diesel fuel and heating oil. It was a favorite after school stop for candy. The business, started by Clair’s father. Henry, was in operation from the 1930s into the 1960s. The cast of “The Mouse that Roared" has almost all its lines learned and everyone is thinking about costumes and scenery. The play will be performed on Nov. 21 and 22 at 7 p.m. in the Thomapple Kellogg High School auditorium. TK cast hard at work on ‘Mouse that Roared* by Patricia Johns Staff Writer “If you like to root for the underdog, come and see the high school drama produc­ tion of “The Mouse that This is the design for the next Vintage Village piece, a Roared" says Director Trisha Rickert. nostalgic look back at Clair Brog’s service station. The performances are Members of the Village afternoon. Nov. 9. will be fol­ scheduled for 7 p.m. Friday Players of Middleville hope lowed by auditions for the and Saturday, Nov. 21 and there still is a nostalgic feeling annual dinner theater produc­ 22, in the high school auditofor the time when a clock at a tion. beginning at 4 p.m in the num. The cast of more than 20 service station kept residents meeting room of the Lincoln talented high school students on time. (Most cars did not Meadows apartments. has been rehearsing furiously This year's production will have clocks.) Families could stop by for milk or bread or be "Of Moss and Men," writ­ since early October. This play is based on a ten by David Meyer and pro­ even catch the bus. This building will be avail­ duced by special arrangement story by Leonard Wibberly able for Christmas gift giving with Eldridge Publishing Co. that began as a serial in the and may be purchased at The production requires a Saturday Evening Post. It is a Pharmacy Care , Shear flexible cast of 15 of varying gentle farce with much for the audience to ponder even Pleasure and Thornapple ages. The dates for the next din­ after almost 50 years. Floral and Gifts. The Thomapple Players’ ner theater production will be Caledonia Kiwanis next general meeting Sunday Feb. 13 and 14. 20 and 21, and 27 and 28. to sell peanuts Current members of the The new Caledonia Village Players of Middleville can obtain examination Kiwanis club will participate scripts. Anyone who is not in a traditional Kiwanis fund­ raiser on Saturday, Nov. 8. currently a member of the Members will be selling "Village Players of peanuts. Middleville, who is interested Kiwanis members will be in auditioning for this produc­ outside the Fresh Start Cafe tion or helping back stage on M-37 just north of 100th should call Cheryl Cravero at Street from 7 a.m. to 1 p.m. 795-7868 or Darlene The second peanut selling Schellinger at 795-3652. location is at the Monterey Grille on M-37 where mem­ bers will have peanuts for sale from 11 a.m. until 3 p.m. Proceeds from this sale will go to support Kiwanis activities in the Caledonia area. Book now and save on a wide choice ot fall and winter “Fun Ship” cruise vacations. Book a "hr Ship" chum vacaoon by IO3IXQ3 and w* up to two Iwidred extra dotar»‘ Sat to s299 = _s449== Premier Travel & Cruise Cherry Valley Business Center 7105 Broadmoor SJx Caledonia. Ml 49316-0311 (616) 5544)311 Mman 4 awtanday • JOww ru-wi fnir, 8 JPun ««ppw • f—Wr W®-. / The play includes sharp wit and wisdom with Duchess Gloriana. just 22, trying to keep her tiny coun­ try afloat after a California winery does a ripoff of her country’s only product. “Pinot Grand Fenwick." Her solution is to declare war on the United States. The method in her madness is that her study of recent his­ tory suggests that the surest way to wealth is to lose a war with the U.S., which then pours aid, relief and rehabili­ tation on the vanquished. When her declaration of war is considered a prank, Gloriana decides to escalate! Tully Bascomb. in charge of Grand Fenwick’s small army of bowmen, launches an attack on New York City. But instead of surrendering, Bascomb upsets all calcula­ tions and wins. The play was made into a movie of the same name, starring Peter Sellers, in the 1960s. Performing in the Middlevile cast arc Caitlin Adams. Paul Adams. Kaylin Barnes. Beth Beard. Jordan Chavis. Thom Dettman. LoriAnn DeWitt. Keith Fuleki. Jessica Gias, Elena Gormley, Alaina Haselden. Miki Moore, Michelle Nesbitt. Dwain Reynolds. Alex Robinson. Chaney Robinson. Luke Rosenberg. Kyle Selleck. Kyla Sisson. Nick Turnes. Kirsten VanDerMecr and Hillary Welton. Student assistant for this production is Bethany Nelson. H9£. Main St. Middleville • Hours: Sun.-Thurs. 12-10 pm Fri. & Sat. 12-11pm DVD, VHS & Game Rentals Movie Reservations 2 Day Rental on Sunday on all Rentals Every 2O‘h Rental FREE Locally Owned �The Sun and News. Middlevilte. November 4, 2003/ Page 3 Local residents learn to be brief, bright, gone United Way. said, “my office closed for the morning so everyone could attend this workshop. We gained so much quality information that we will close our office for the next professional development work shop that Leadership Barry county provides." The morning’s workshops at the Pierce Cedar Creek by Patricia Johns Staff Writer Residents from Middleville. Freeport and beyond learned to “Be brief, be bright and be gone’” dur­ ing a workshop sponsored by Leadership Barry County with the support of Viking. Main Street Savings Bank and J-Ad Graphics. On Oct. 29 Leadership Barry County presented the first in a professional devel­ opment scries of speakers bringing innovative leader­ ship techniques to the coun­ ty Nancy Skinner of Nancy Skinner & Associates is an author, speaker and coach. Her company is a division of Vamum Consulting LLC. She is committed to improving leadership by helping enhance oral com­ munication skills. She gave her trademarked presentation “Be Bright. Be Brief. Be Gone" at Pierce Cedar Creek Institute. She focused on helping local leaders present their message concisely and with Institute began with a per­ sonal reflection on the quali­ ties of leadership by Dr. Rex M Rogers on “How Leaders Leam to Lead." Rogers is the president of Cornerstone University. Leadership Barry County Director Nancy Goodin said, “This was a more successful event than we anticipated. We are already working on plans for the next in the pro­ fessional development series.” She is also working on recruiting participants for the next Barry County Leadership Class. For more information about Leadership Barry County, call Goodin at 9452454 ' Book sales planned at TKHS conferences Nancy Goodin, director of Leadership Barry County, thanks presenter Nancy Skinner for helping everyone “Be Brief, Be Bright and Be Gone." direction. She also discussed participants from across the how to attack issues, not county. Freeport resident people. Lam Forbes who is executive The workshop included 60 director of the Barry County Singer-songwriter to visit Redeemer Covenant Church Bev Michelson will share with the Senior Friends Group (55+) of Redeemer Covenant Church at 10 a.m. Tuesday, Nov. 18. Michelson is a singer­ songwriter who has per­ formed at the Crystal Cathedral in Garden Grove, Calif., at both their services and at their annual "Care Conference." She has per­ formed at the "Ocean Opry House" in Panama City. Fla. She provides inspiration to those with disabilities, illness and loss. After writing her chil­ dren's CD entitled "KINDer Kids," she began giving assemblies to parochial and public school systems, teach­ ing and singing about attrib­ utes of care and kindness. She has sung with church choirs as both a member and a soloist. The remarkable aspect of all this professional activity is that Michielson suffers from an incurable, debilitat­ ing and progressive disease of the nerves called peripher­ al neuropathy. Though diag­ nosed several years ago. and despite her need for daily Parents attending the Thomapple Kellogg High School parent-teacher con­ ferences in the high school gymnasium from 5 to 8 p.m. Wednesday and Thursday, Nov. 5. and Nov. 6. can help the Thomapple Kellogg School and Community Library at the same time. Used books will be on sale Libraries closed for Thanksgiving The 18 branches of the Kent District Library , inlcuding Caledonia. Alto and Gaines Township, will be closed on Thursday, Nov. 27, for Thanksgiving. All branches (with the exception of Alto and Spencer Township, which are normally closed on Friday) will open again on Friday, Nov. 28, and resume regular open hours. on both day s. Proceeds from the sale go to buy new books for the library. High school classes will be in regular session from 7:35 a.m. to 2:25 p.m. on both conference days. If parents find it difficult to attend the conferences during the scheduled times, they are asked to call the high school office (7953394). and a more conven­ ient appointment will be arranged. Report cards and grades will be distributed to the par­ ents at the conferences. Caledonia American Legion #305 SWISS STEAK DINNER Friday, November 7 ( starting at 5:30 p.m. $7.50 & / Air conditioned, remodeled hull for rent, call 891-1882 b:Ves^ b:b:there b:d:bis:bsuch :b:ba:bthing :b:d:asb:ba:b ♦I FREE LVNCH!_ Bev Michelson Just redeem the free lunch coupon below at drug and physical therapy, she is actively working as a songwriter and publisher, as well as performer. All seniors are invited to this special event Lunch will be served following the pres­ entation. Call Redeemer Covenant Church (698-8001) by Friday, Nov. 14, to reserve a seat. The church is located at 6951 Hanna Lake Ave., Caledonia, just south of the intersection of 68th Street and Hanna Lake Avenue. any one of our four Friendship Centers during the month of November. Food, fun and friendship in a relaxed, smoke-free setting. Bring some friends and see what all the fun is about! Hkl V DCltOn Site—Faith United Methodist Church, M-43 Hwy. Serving Mondays, Wednesdays & Thursdays Hastings Site—COA Building, 320 W. Woodlawn Ave. Serving Mondays through Fridays IIIOVIE OUTPOIT HaSllVille Site—Masonic Temple, Main Street VIDIO SUPERJTORC Woodland Site—Eagles Club, Main Street Serving Mondays through Fridays Glen Valley Retail Center M-37 891-9303 Serving Mondays, Wednesdays & Thursdays Open Weekdays 10 am to 11 pm & midnight on Fri. & Sat. ICorr » > XyiG j 5-DAY RENTALS All Movies and Games Entire Month of November! Our way of saying... COUPON Redeemable for one free lunch at any COA Friendship Center Good during the month of November 2003 Must be a Barry County resident age 60 or over I I Please phene the CM three days in advance to reserve your meat (269) 948-4856 One coupon per person during this promotion, please -I I ir i i i i i I �Page 4/The Sun and News. Middleville. November 4. 2003 Wednesday night open gym starting at TK The Thomapple Area Parks and Recreation Commission will sponsor adult open gym basketball and volleyball beginning Wednesday night. Nov. 5. The Wednesday night pro­ grams will run through March 2004. Basketball is scheduled for the McFall gym from 8 to 10 p.m. Volleyball will be held at the Thomapple Kellogg Middle School gym from 7 to 9 p.m. The cost will be a nominal $1 per person per Wednesday. Park> and Recreation pro­ gram Director Mike Bremer says. ‘These recreational opportunities are a great way to re-energize your mid-week blahs." Registration forms for TAPRC-sponsored basketball camps for young people in January will be distributed to schools soon. Youth soccer camps are scheduled for February , with one day baseball and softball clinics coming in March. Bremer says Family Fun night dates will be announced shortly. LOCAL CHURCH DIRECTORY ALASKA BAPTIST CHURCH A Litinfi Church - Serving a Living Lord Morning Worship ........................... 9 30 a m. Fellowship Time ...................... 10:35 a m. Sunday School...................................10:50 a m. Evening Praise............................................... 6:00p.m WEDNESDAY . . Family Night 6:00 p m. 7240 68th Street. SE - Caledonia 2 miles east erf M-37 Pastor, Dr Brian F Harrison Youth Pastor Ketin Stiles C 0 U M III I a place to belong 1 T CHURCH a place to become (Contemporary, Casual, Non-denominational) Sunday Morning Worship ........... 9:30 €« 11 tOO a.m. 8175 Broadmoor, Caledonia Rev Michael Stowell. lead Pastor Rev. David Moorhead, Assoc Pastor Joe Cipcic. Worship leader Dennv Houma Youth Pastor Chunh Office 616-891-0287 Visit our web site www brightside.org CALEDONIA CHRISTIAN REFORMED CHURCH FIRST BAPTIST CHURCH OF MIDDLEVILLE M-37, north of Middleville • 795-9726 Brut e N. Stewart. Senior Pastor rtm A. Vine. Asst. Pastor Youth Douglas G. Beason. Visitation Pastor Gary Weaver. Musk Minister Pastor David Stewart, <E Children s Pastor Sunday School 9.45 a. tn. Sunday Morning Worship Service. 1100 a.m Sunday Evening Service.......................................6:00p.m. Wednesday Mid-Week Prayer 6:45p.m. Word of Life Clubs 6:45p.m. MIDDLEVILLE CHRISTIAN REFORMED 708 W. Main Street Morning Worship Service Sunday School Evening Worship Service 10:00 a m. 11:15 a.m. 6:00 p.m. Worship.............................................. 9 30 a.m. Sunday School............................. 11 00 a.m. Adult Bible Class 11:00 a.m. Ret’ E Anthony Sikora Church: (61(>) 795 23W GRACE UNITED REFORMED CHURCH RISTIAN CHURCH 698-9660 A Church for today's world Spirit-filled family Church. Phone 891-9259 Saturday Evening Mass ... .5:00 p.m. Sunday Mass . .9:00 a.m. & 11:00 a.m. 10 AM Sunday Morning Sunday School for ages 3 yr. thru 6th grade: Sr. High, Sun. 6:30 pm Jr. High, Sun. 6:30 pm GUN LAKE COMMUNITY CHURCH & PRESCHOOL Sunday Worship 9XX) am. or 10:30 am. Wednesday Worship 6:30 p.m. 269-795-7903 www gunb4ecommunitychurch.org ®Hj ®ime fHetljolJiSt (Cljurdj 5590 VWiitneyvilte Ave., S.E. Alto, Ml 49302 Nov. 9: Twenty Second Sunday after Pentecost Sermon Topic: “The King's Return" Worship Services Chikbrn's Sunday School 8 45 am. and 10:30 am. 10:30 am (Nursery Available Throughout i Rev Norman Kohns. Pastor (616) 891-8167 Church Office: 616-89I -8669 Fax 891 -8648 • www cakdomaumc org ALASKA CONGREGATION Church School. Sunday . . 9:45 am Praise Smgmg . . . 10 50 am Morning Worship . 11OO ant Wed. Fellowship .. 7:30 pan Pastor E G. Frizzell Chunh Ph. 616-868-6810 • Pastor s Ph. 616-897-67*1 • www.StPaulCaledorua.orq SS. CYRIL and METHODIUS CHURCH Mass Mass Mass Mass Preaching the Lilting Word Serving The Risen Lord Sunday Schcx>l ........................ 9:.30 a.m. Sunday Morning Worship . .10:30 a.m. (Jr. Church & Nursery available.) Currently meeting at: Emmons Lake Elementary 8950 Kraft SE, Caledonia Rev. Dennis Ross Church: (616) 868-7425 UNITED METHODIST CHURCHES Middleville - Parmelee Middleville UMC is temporarily meeting at: 9266 Parmelee Road 9:30 a.m...................................... Sunday School 11:00 a.m....................................... Worship Hour Website: www umcrmddleville.org Rev. Royle Bailard, Pastor Phone 868-6437 Rev Lee Zach man Church Office Phone: 795-9266 WAYFARER COMMUNITY Lakeside Community Church X Place for f amily & Friends 6201 W hitney ville Avenue. Aho CHRISTIAN REFORMED Contemporary Worship . 9:30 am. Sunday School for All Ages 10 45 am. Evening Worship 600 p.m. Pastor Roger Huitman • Church Office: 868-0391 Corum unify of O?ri$f Leighton Church 8146 68th St. near Whrtneyvie Ave AH Services have a Nursenj available • Barner Free Sunday School...! 0:00 am. Morning Worship...! 1:00 am. Evening Worship...6:00 p.m. Wednesday Prayer Meeting...7:00 p.m. A CALEDONL3 CT UNITED METHODIST 250 Vine Street (M-37 to Enunoro to Vine > 8:30 AM 1100 AM THORN APPI i: BIBLE C l 11 IRC H ew 9255 84th Street, Alto, Ml 49302 On? mile east of Wfiitneyville Rd. Meeting you, your friends, and your family — right where you re at. Traditional Service Acoustic Praise Sr Worship Service 159 131st Avenue Phone (269) 792-3543 Dx'ated near the corner of M-37 and McCann Worship Times: Service Times: Saturday.....................4:00 p.m Sunday School....................................................... 9:45a.m. Sunday........................ 9:30 am Morning Worship....................................... 11:00 a.m. Evening Worship..................... 6:00 p.m. Weekdays: Youth Group:................................ 6:00 p.m. Sunday Wednesday............... 7:30 pm. Midweek 7:00 p.m. Wed. Thursday & Friday..... 9:30 a.m. 9:30 a.m. Thurs. Rev. R. Scott Greenway, Pastor Jack Dejong, Pastor of Worship A Adult Ed. JoAnne DrHlaay, Youth Director Al Tietneyer, Community Calling Rev. Dave LeBlanc, Pastor Missouri Sqnod Comer of 84th St and Kraft in Caledonia 1 mile west of M-37 1664 N. M-37 Highway Middleville. Ml 49333 • 945-1555 3449 - 76th St. S.E., Caledonia 12200 Wed M l 79 Highway (Chief Noonday Road) Wayland. Ml 49M8 || Office Phone Services at 9 30 a m. and 6 p.m. Kraft Avenue at Johnson Street 4- St Paul Lutheran Church Pastor Robert Gerke • Pastor David Ziehr Proclaiming the Whole Counsel of Cod CALEDONIA HOLY FAMILY CATHOLIC CHURCH M-37 in Irving) YOU ARE INVITED Sunday Worship ............................ 9:30 *.m. and 6:00 p.m. (Child & Adult) (During the School Year) Rev P Adams Phone 891-8440 mm oh St SPAY SERVICE TIMES 9:15 A M Morning Prayer • 11 00 A M Holy Communion Hnfnrwfav Vnur- 6.00 P.M Evening Prayer R! Rev. David T Hustwfck Rector Church 269795-2370 Reday 269W 9327 http . www chuchwta netctMctvandewmott Rev. Tom DeVries, Pastor - 795-9901 "A Church with a caring heart for our community and the world" Chiuvh Office: (616)891-1512 M-37 at 100th St. 2415 McCann Ito. (1 St Paul Lutheran Church Wednesday Mid-Week at the Oasis .. 700 PM Sunday School 8r Adult Bible Study 9:45 AM Middleville Good Shepherd Wesleyan Church Lutheran Church 908 W. Main Street (Missouri Synod) “These will help us get through the long w hat are we going to do tonight?’ winter evenings.” Family Fun nights involve board games, arts and crafts, movies, and open gym lime. Located in Leighton Township Corner of 2nd street and U2nd Avenue Sundn Mcnwig Wnrshp ■h30 am Tradarrui 1100 xm (kormporary Sunin xnuui for Al Ages MkOO tm Sunday Hrrung Semcr 600 pai Fl Fnends PreSchooCSth isepi April . fcJO p m KAY TOWXSEND hat (.616) 891-8028 • »ww JeigHonchurch.oqj CHURCH CHURCH Rev. Dr. Jack Doorlag. Interim Minister Finding the Way Together! An informal, contemporary church committed to our community. Sunday Worship is at 10:00am in Caledonia Middle School's cafeteria. Everyone is welcome! Nursery & children's activities available. For more information: (616) 891-8119 or www.peacechurvh.cc Pastor: Rev Josh Blunt Contac t our Dutton office at (616) 65-65- WAY Check our web site H'n'M. naxfarcuXAirg Now meeting at: Thomapple-Kellogg School Auditorium Worship ... 10:00 a.m. Redeemer Covenant Church —Lighting Up Lives for Cod— Sunday Worship 9:30 am Christian Education HourllOOam Wednesday J WHITNEYVILLE church Bible 8546 Whtneyviie Ave at 84th St • 891-8661 “The Church where everybody o somebody... ..and Jesus is Lord' Pastor Paul M Hillman 1<xith Pastor David Erikson 69S1 Hanna Lake Avenue, Caledonia 616698^001 Meeting at Cotodonio High School Sunday School 930am. Sunday Morning Wonhp 1030am. Meeting a? cnapei on Whrtneyvie Ave Sirday Evening Wonhp 6.00p.m. Wea lAaweek Prayer & Btxe Study 700 p.m. ndemerietscnjtet www.redeemeKovencmt.ij(y, A ncmhtr dtht twmtrhui Camnwt Owde afAnuna fiev Ihomat Sfon Pastor • Rev Karl Bashtor, Assoc Pafor tecste ivnmeyrieatieorg Family Night 5:45-8.00 pm �The Sun and News. Middlevilte. November 4. 2003/ Page 5 Senior citizens activities slated The Thomapple Kellogg bus departs at 10 a.m. from room. The TK Honors Choir will Community Education the Learning Center and Department has planned sev­ returns at 5:30 p.m. Seats for provide seasonal music after lunch. A $3 donation per eral activities for local senior this event are limited. Events also are planned person at the door will be citizens next month. appreciated. On Monday. Nov. 17. sen­ for December. Reservations are required. The senior citizen holiday­ iors can meet in the TK Learning Center Community luncheon. sponsored by Please call the community Kellogg education offiqe at 795-3397 Room from I to 3 p.m. for a Thornapple watercolor painting demon­ Schools, w ill be held at noon before Dec. 2 for reserva­ Friday. Dec. 5. at the Middle tions. stration. The final senior citizen Shar Evans is inviting all Villa Restaurant. Senior senior citizens to attend the Citizens who live in the TK meeting of 2003 will be held dress rehearsal performance school district are invited to on Monday. Dec. 15. in the Center’s of “The Mouse That Roared" a festive holiday lunch in the Learning on Thursday. Nov. 20. Meadows Banquet Room. Community R<»m from I to Refreshments will be offered Seniors are asked to park in 3 p.m. Cookie decorating at 6:15 p.m. in the high the rear of the restaurant for w ith preschoolers w ill be the school cafeteria. easy access to the banquet focus of this meeting. Performance begins at 7 p.m. The members of the Cal Creek Kickers helped the Friends of the Caledonia Library Call 795-3397 to register. raise $500 on Oct. 25 The Kickers demonstrated their dancing skills and taught line There is no cost to attend oil paintings • (dood wonting dancing during the evening. the dress rehearsal, but regis­ tration is required. A bus trip is planned to Cornwell’s to see “Once Upon A Christmas" Friday. The clinic focused on the grooming and tacking proce­ YMCA Camp Manitou Nov. 21. The fee is $35. The Lin's therapeutic riding pro­ two main areas of volunteers, dures and safety education. The awards ceremony was grams certified eight of its horse handler and side walk­ g cn held after the clinic at the volunteers in a day long clin­ er. Barry County Fairgrounds The morning session Camp Manitou-Lin Day ic at the camp’s horseback focused on fine tuning the Camp Center. Dinner was riding center. M-37jla$tinq$ The clinic was facilitated responsibilities of the horse provided by the Therapeutic Committee. Saturday, November 8'h by riding instructor Julie handier. Participants went Riding the mounting Volunteers and their families Suwyn and assisted by Ardith through 9 am-3prn Turpin. Camp Manitou -Lin’s process, leading the horse went on a trail ride and were during the riding lesson and given horse-drawn wagon horsemanship director Fret Admission, Free Pariixj rides. To be eligible for certifica­ the dismounting process. Certified volunteers After lunch provided by tion. a volunteer must have volunteered for one six-weck the camp, the afternoon ses­ received certificates, name Subscribe to the ► Lunc/t Available riding session or for one week sion focused on the responsi­ tags identifying them as certi­ Hastings Banner. of day camp. They also must bilities of the side walker. fied. Camp Manitou-Lin * Many New Crafters CJ have attended one volunteer Participants learned the char Therapeutic Riding Volunteer 08674404 certification training session acteristics of certain disabili­ T-shirts and opportunities for —1 specific to certification as a ties. how to respond to behav­ continuing education. SJM7XOMKO MTpVOft 9 • SVSTlCty Receiving certification as horse handler or side walker. ioral problems of riders. both horse handler and side walker were Pam Streibel (Wyoming), Gordon d D dZ ~T) Meeuwsen (Kalamazoo). R------------------ —------- T--------_ ”... A Jamie Gray (Middleville), Holly Clinton (Grand Rapids), Julia Streibel (Wyoming), Gayle Wissinger / (Lowell) and Katie Reynolds (Middleville). Kathy Kenyon Saturday, Nov. 1*10 am-4 pm received certification as a Sunday, Nov. 2nd 12-4 pm side walker. f Saturday, Nov. 8*10 am-4 pm For more information on Sunday, Nov. 9*12-4 pm therapeutic riding at YMCA Camp Manitou-Lin. call Coldwater Creek Rd. iust south of 1(Xr St. Ardith Turpin at (269) 7959163. Call (616) 891-1168 for info. Cal Creek Kickers help Friends raise $500 Manitou-Lin riding volunteers certified £ I Craft Show * 4 Barry Expo Cente: > GET ALL THE NEWS OF BARRY COUNTY! F £ Call 945-9554 for more information. — HUNTERS! cjittfc 'Iambs Caledonia Sportsman Club would like to invite you to its... V ■■■■■■■■■■■■■I How to Pray the World’s Greatest Prayer THIRD ANNUAL AUCTION Items to be sold include bed and breakfast getaways, family portraits, theater tickets, sports tickets, dinner cruise on 54 foot yacht on Lake Michigan, rounds of golf and much more. Saturday, November 8, 2003 6:00 p.m. Casual Dress Contemporary’ Upbeat Music Nondenominational Encouraging Messages ~Free Admission ~ Holy Family Church 9669 Kraft SE, Caledonia For more information, please call 616-554-3350 Sundays 9:30 and 11:00 M37 just north of 84th St. • 616-891*028"* s 3— IF**H JL - -JE^I s �Page 6/The Sun and News, Middleville. November 4, 2003 TK frosh parents agree to new way to fund party Parents of Thomapple Kellogg High School fresh­ man. the Class of 2007. decid­ ed last Tuesday to follow the new way of financing their stu­ dents’ aftergraduation party. This new method was estab­ lished last year by the classes of 2M5 and 2006. In previous years, a small devoted group of senior parents undertook massive fund-rais­ ing efforts during their chil­ dren's senior year, then sold tickets for the event for approx­ imately $25. The actual cost of the parties of past years have been up to $100 per student. The parents last week agreed it is too difficult to raise such a large amount of money in such a short time frame, as well as to plan the party at the same time. In following with the new way of fund-raising, the class of 2007 parents decided to ask for payment of $30 each of the students ninth, tenth and eleventh grade years, which would be pace of $90 for each ticket, paid over time. Very lit­ tle fund-raising then would be needed during the students sen­ ior year, and the year can be used to focus on the planning of the party. Beth Berkimer has volun­ teered to be the Class of 2007 Senior Party Treasurer. Volunteers will be at parent­ teacher conferences Nov. 5 and 6 to hand out information about this subject and answer ques­ tions. as well as to take pay­ ments from those who wish to pay that night, which would save postage costs later in the year when a mailing will be sent out to ask for first payment of the ticket purchase. ® emk mm mm* Bad things happen to good people, things like divorce, bankruptcy, repossessions, foreclosure, chargeoffs, medkal bills, Job loss and more Have you been to 10 auto dealerships or more and received 10 denials or more? Want a late model car. SUV or truck? can GAVIN SALES today toll Cree 1 (888) 404 2846 and a»k us about our guaranteed credit approval. 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A newspaper article explained that the 30- by 50foot flag had been severly Call 945-9554 for Sun & News classified ads Alex-Zsolt In a Piano Praise Concert November 9th, 2003 6:00 p.m. Alaska Baptist Church 7240 68th SE. Grand Rapids. MI 49316 Call: 616-698-8104 ripped in a windstorm. The flag has flown between two massive oak trees outside the veterans' home. According to the article, it will cost $1,400 to replace the flag, but veterans’ home officials would like to spruce up the viewing area by installing new rigging, landscaping, lighting and walkways to the tune of $10,000. Outside donations are being sought for the project. Students in Palmer’s class chose to help with replacing the tom flag for their com­ munity service project. Through student and staff donations the fourth-graders raised $215 and made 40 cards for the veterans. Kettle Lake staff member Rico Mead delivered the generous donation and cards to the veterans last Wednesday. Oct. 29. Though it isn’t clear if they’ll be able to go (mainly due to busing issues). Palmer and her class have been invited to watch the new flag being flown for the first time, in its new home, on Veteran’s Day Nov. II. If they are able to be present, the students will have tangi­ ble proof of their community service project — the red. white and blue hanging proudly at the Grand Rapids Veterans’ Home. CHS stage closed until further notice by Cathy Rueter Staff Writer The Caledonia High School Players will not be performing “Footloose” at the end of this month, as pre­ viously planned. Holiday concerts may not be taking place on the CHS stage either. In fact, the CHS Performing Arts stage has been closed to all activity until further notice. "The electric lift for the orchestra pit broke down last spring," said Tom Kaecheie, CHS Performing Arts Director. Kaecheie said he wasn’t sure why, but the part that was needed for fixing the electric stage lift wasn’t ordered until recently. "(The part) was promised (for) Aug. 1, then Oct. 1, now for Dec. 1," Kaecheie explained. "We had a house moving company that blocked (the stage) up, but for some reason it shifted on one side. The elevator com­ pany (for the lift) came back in and inspected it” The company in turn contacted the state inspector, who said that if the stage is not in working order, then it is not to be used. It is thought that the stage will be closed for at least the next month. "It’s shut down for any kind of use," said Kaecheie, "for the safety of our stu­ dents and staff and anybody else that would use it. That’s why we’ve decided to shut it down completely for now." Though some concerts have moved to other venues. “Footloose,” the CHS Players fall musical, is being rescheduled in the new year. Further information about the show can be obtained through the district website at www.caledonia.kl2.mi.us, follow the prompts through the Caledonia High School building. Open Enrollment Starts Tuesday, November 11 Meeting 7 PM TK High School Room 305 For more information 269-795-4405 Ages 5-14 years old CHERRY VALLEY DENTAL KEVIN VANDERHEIDE, D.D.S. 9809 Cherry Valley, Suite G Caledonia, Ml 49316 “Dr. VanderHeide’s great personality made me feel at ease. He took time to explain all my options and I was extremely happy with the work done. ” — Kim-Owner of Essential Bean “I’ve always been anxious about going to the dentist, but Dr. VanderHeide made the appointment fun and comfortable for me. “ — Liz Sorsen, Community School Teacher • GREAT WITH KIDS (616) 891-4424 • HONEST, QUALITY SERVICE DONE WITH INTEGRITY ENTER TO WIN A FREE BLEACH KIT �The Sun and News Middleville. November 4. 2003/ Page 7 County gets encouraging news about economic development by Patrician Johns Staff Writer The Barry CountyEconomic Development Alliance on Thursday. Oct 30 had some good news for residents of Middleville and the rest of the county. Economic Development Alliance Director Dixie Stadel Manshum welcomed George Erickcek, Bob Trezise and John Hanieski to this meeting of local busi­ ness owners and municipal leaders The summit was co-spon­ sored by the Pierce Cedar Creek institute, J-Ad Graphics, the Barry Community Foundation and Barry County Telephone Company. Trezise, of the Michigan Economic Development Corporation, praised Middleville and Hastings for working on their down­ towns. He encouraged lead­ ers from communities across the county to contact his office with questions. Hanieski gave an histori­ cal overview and a review of where communities are now. Erickcek, bubbling over with excitement, told the audience of more than 100, "I have good news about the econo­ my of the area." But he did have a few warnings as well. Stadel Manshum opened the summit by telling the audience, “Economic devel­ opment brings many chal­ lenges to our county. We need to focus on Barry County’s economic future. We need to share, plan and work together to be a pros- Saving on home insurance is “No Problem.” undrvds of thousands of families are saving money with Auto-Owners Insurance for their borne and mobile home protection. Stop m and ask us about ' quality pro­ tection. with flexi- ble payment plans and “No Problem" claim service Trezise brings his experi­ perous county ." She encouraged the audi­ ence as director of the Michigan Economic ence to use information to make sure that they made the Development Corporation's community assistance team best decisions. Hanieski is the principal to the summit. This unit uses smart of Economics Consulting Services LLC The firm pro­ growth strategies as it revi­ vides economic and commu­ talizes and assists communi­ nity development expertise ties and downtown areas. He and forensic economic is also managing the new Main Street. analysis. Ingham County is Michigan Blueprints for Michigan one of the firm’s clients. Downtowns, and building Erickcek is the senior regional analyst for the W.E. downtowns program and Upjohn Institute for incentives for communities Employment Research. He participating in Brownfields reported on current data, programs. He encouraged anyone including some as new as Thursday afternoon, to show interested in learning more that Barry County is leading about MEDC programs and in positive economic change. options for local communi­ He described Barry ties to call Business Account County as “lookin’ good." Manager Doug Voshell at Barry County stands out 517-335-1844 for help with when compared to other helping keep businesses in urban influenced rural coun­ the community. Kara Wood is the commu­ ties in Michigan. Population is growing at the same time nity specialist working in the as households are declining. area. She can help with Private non-manufacturing downtown projects, answer employment growth is Brownfields questions and stronger in Barry County others. She can be reached at 517-373-6217. than in the other counties. Questions from the audi­ He concluded by saying. “It is clear that the county’s ence following the presenta­ future depends on the tion ranged from whether strengths of its neighbors." residential development is He encouraged county lead­ more costly to communities, ers to work with neighboring is a local income tax in the future, to whether the MEDC areas. He did have a few warn­ will survive coming budget cuts at the state level. ings for business owners, Erickcek said communi­ including that while Barry County wages are lower than ties are going to have to in surrounding counties, this decide on their future. If an is still a competitive disad­ industrial business can not be vantage when compared to attracted to the area, commu­ wages paid in Mexico or nities will have to pay for their own services and infraChina. Gently used toy collection returns, collection set for Nov. 17-21 Students in the district will be collecting Thomapple Kellogg school gently used toys from Nov. 17-21. The toys will be cleaned and distributed during the holiday season to Native American children living in Michigan's Upper Peninsula. Boxes will be located in the school office at each school. For more information, call Wendy Barker at 7958727. Is your IRA Several residents of Middleville, Thornapple. Irving and Yankee Springs townships attended the Barry County economic summit. structure. Trezise said, “Things might get a little tight but many of the funds we admin­ ister come from the federal government and remember they don’t have to have a balanced budget." For more information about the Barry County Economic Development alliance call Stadel Manshum at 269-945-8995. North Country fleece Solids Prints & Christmas fabrics New Calicos for Quilts 218 E State St.. 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Ml 49316 Bus. 6168911173 Toll Free 8668911173 629 W. State St, Hastings (Located across from K-mart) Edwardjones MAI^REET •Annual Percentage Rale as of Oct. 31, 2003, and is subject u> change ___________ Call Cindy to find out how she can help you with a mortgage, refinancing, home equity loan, line of credit, construction loan, and more. 1.800.267.3830 or 945.9561 Equal Housing lender Member FDIC �Page 8/The Sun and News, Middleville. November 4, 2003 TIES chief finishes fire officer program theory and concepts to real life situations within the stu­ dent's own organization. Each of these projects was evaluated through a formal process and progression through the program was contingent on achieving each of these milestones. Paulison also said. "It is important that these senior fire executives apply what they have learned in the classroom to existing situa­ tions in their own communi­ ties. This makes completion of the EFOP and the Applied Research Projects particular­ ly valuable to these fire serv­ ice leaders." Six months after comple­ tion of each of the courses, the EFOP participants were required to complete an ARP in their own organization. The required executive-level courses are: Executive development the entry-level course, emphasizes team develop­ ment and consensus decision making to enhance organiza­ tional effectiveness. The next course in the sequence, strategic manage­ ment of change, provides a change management model to help senior fire executives who must adapt to rapid technological and functional changes in delivery of fire and emergency sen ices. For the third year, partici­ pants can select one of five courses that will enhance their planning, analysis, management. emergency medical services and leader­ ship skills. The final course, execu­ tive leadership, examines all Kaleigh Borrink (center) had one of those unexpected great experiences when she aspects of executive-level eadership and ties together met singer Shania Twain. B-93 radio station ran a contest to win tickets to the the educational experiences show.She called the station and had to sing one of Twain's songs on the radio and won. She got her own dressing room full of food (hot dogs, king size candy bars, pop­ of the three previous years. NFA offers an array of corn, pretzels, pop, etc.) From there, Shania came in to the dressing room and talked programs and courses for fire with Kaleigh for a short time. She autographed some CDs for Kaleigh and a few service and allied profes­ friends, and then left to perform. Kaleigh and mother Karen (on right) were taken to sions. Courses are delivered front row seats to watch the concert. on campus as well as throughout the nation in coordination with state and local fire training officials and local colleges and uni­ versities. V-6. auto, power windows, Marentette will be pre­ power locks, cruise, tilt, ■ I The Ladies Library Club vice president of SWD, pro­ cussed and adopted. Rene sented his certificate at the CD and more " "f Nov. 10 meeting of the of Wayland and GFWC-Gun vided club presidents with Hoirst (luike Orion), GFWC Thomapple Township Lake Area club were co- the latest information on Ml Chair for Hugh O’Brien chairs of the al I-day General reporting/judging/a wards Youth leadership Program Board. Federation of Women’s from club reports. (HOBY), talked about many Club’s Southwestern District Other attendees could go changes in that program with Convention Oct. 18 at the to a craft class, "Make and her "Is There Life After United Church of Wayland. Take It," provided by Toni HOBY?" presentation. Fund-raisers for the dis­ Small (GFWC Charlotte) Audrey Renner Saturday, Nov. 8th 11 a.m. - 3 p.m. & Sunday, Nov. 9th 1 p.m. - 3 p.m. trict included an "Oops SWD Art Department Chair. (Hastings), SWD Spiritual Boutique," the brainchild of GFWC Michigan State Enrichment Chair, presented Mary Ellen DeYoung of President Joan Macklin was a memorial service honoring Located at Wayland. The idea is to recy­ on hand to install new offi­ those SWD members who Directions: Patterson South to M-179 to Payne Lake Road, North approx. 1/3 mile. West side of road. cle those new items bought cers for the 2004-2006 Term. have passed on. on sale but never used or They will take office on July Awards were presented as given away. Sharon Culross 1, 2004 and include Ginny well. President Wellman had of Premier Jewelry was on Norton, president; First Vice special Club-of-the-Year hand to get the Christmas President JoeAnn Nehmer awards for Large Club, shopping started. Other fund­ (Vermontville); Second Vice GFWC Charlotte; Medium raisers included the GFWC President Fran Leonard (Gun Club, GFWC-Gun Lake Education Foundation, Lake) and Nelvina Area; and Small Club, GFWC MI Juniors and Weiderman (Mendon), sec­ GFWC Eaton Rapids Girlstown Foundation. retary. Reinstalled was Betty Fun awards were given for The women were treated Pallack (Tekonsha Research the club with the greatest to lunch prepared by Chef Club), treasurer; representa­ number of new members Pastor Nancy Zerban with tives Linda Foster attending; club with the This is a MUST SEE, quality ranch style home with lots of extras! This home is desserts made by Helen (Charlotte) for SWD greatest number of firstavailable, and there is still time for you to choose some interior colors! Other Gambee (Wayland club) and Michigan Education timers attending (first con­ building sites are available to custom build YOUR DREAM HOME. Marjory Richards (Gun Foundation; and Donna M. vention), club with greatest RIDGE POINTE BUILDERS Lake). Soprano Angela Johnson (GFWC Tekonsha percentage of members in Wiliford entertained after Research Club) and Pallack attendance, based on mem­ | Dave Hager 616-293-0889 Tim Scobey 616-292-0275 lunch. (Bridgman) to SWD bership and club with most DeYoung, president of the Girlstown. members attending conven­ Ladies Library Club of President Wellman dis­ tion. Door prizes were Wayland, welcomed atten­ cussed redistricting issues awarded and the convention dees and then introduced that will be taken up at the closed with everyone learn­ Wayland Mayor David April 2004 GFWC MI State ing something new about Miller and Bob Bessemer, Convention and the updated GFWC C4LK business Services muv have the executive director of the SWD by-laws were dis­ aspirin need! Wayland Area Chamber of Commerce. Dorothy Dykema of Kalamazoo, SWD . Stop on infor your Parliamentarian, presented freeJinancial the convention rules. There were many workshops and : analysis. We’ll brainstorming sessions. > provide a detailed "Something for everyone’ report on how you was what SWD President ’ can start saving Sherry Wellman (ABC ; money today! Grand Ledge) had available. Secretaries or treasurers, his­ torians or publicity chairs, club profile creators or pub­ I passenger pOAC" wndov, ) fu K Q t C & K Business Services LLC lic relations chairs each has power locks, cruise. IBI g W something to do. Linda Clark. GFWC Michigan first vice president, and Ginny • 612 West Main Street Norton of Kalamazoo, first Caiedonta Ml 49316 The Federal Emergency Management Agency has announced that Thomapple Township Emergency Services Chief Mark Marentette has successfully completed the National Eire Academy Executive Fire Officer Program (EFOP). "The intensive EFOP is designed to provide senior fire officers with a broad per­ spective on various facets of Tire administration." said U.S. Fire Administrator R. David Paulison. "This pro­ gram provides fire service officers with the expertise they need to succeed in today's challenging environ­ ment." Each of the four courses required a written Applied Research Project to demon­ strate application of course Local girl meets Shania Twain Gun Lake best mediunksized club 2003 Oldsmobile AlERO GFWC convention held in Wayland Bill Seif Chevrolet Buick OPEN HOUSE at a newly constructed home 988 S. Payne Lake Road Tax Headaches?? Individual Tax Business Tax Financial Planning Bookkeeping ♦Payroll Processing ♦Financial Statements ♦Accounting Software CPA I Tel: 616-891-5789 2003 Chev. ASTRO AWD �The Sun and News. Middtevilte. November 4. 2003/ Page 9 Financial Focus Furnished by Drew McFadden of Edward Jones and Co. • (616) 891-1173 Don’t be surprised if bond funds fluctuate from the fund • Original investment amount not guaranteed When you buy an "invest­ ment-grade" bond - a bond that receives one of the high­ est grades from a rating agency - you can be reason­ ably sure that, if you hold the bond to maturity, you can expect the face value to be returned. But a bond fund never "matures” - you simply hold it until you decide to sell it. And when you sell your bond fund, it may be worth more or less than what you originally paid for it. Clearly, a bond fund does not offer the type of stability you might expect from an individual bond. And yet, by investing in a bond fund, you can gain some key advan­ tages. For one thing, bond funds invest in dozens of individual bonds - from vari­ ous issuers and with varying maturities. In short, these funds offer you a degree of diversification that might be hard to attain - and afford - if you tried to buy a collection of individual bonds. Furthermore, when you invest in bond funds, you get something else you can't get from individual bonds: pro­ fessional management. If you’re like many people, you may be interested in bonds - specifically, bond­ based mutual funds - as a "refuge'' from the volatility of the stock market. And it is true that, in general, bond funds will fluctuate less in value than stock-based mutu­ al funds. However, don't expect bond funds to remain totally stable - they won't. But that doesn't mean they can't be valuable additions to your portfolio. They can - if you know what to expect. A bond fund, as the name suggests, is made up of many individual bonds. But a bond fund differs from single bonds in at least two impor­ tant ways: • Income stream may fluc­ tuate - An individual bond is traditionally issued with a fixed interest - or "coupon" rate that will not change as long as you own the bond. Consequently, you'll always receive the same interest payments. Within a bond fund, though, single bonds are constantly maturing or being "called" (paid off by their issuers). To replace these bonds, a bond fund's managers may have to rein­ vest at lower rates, which could reduce your income When making "buy" and "sell" decisions, portfolio managers evaluate the uni­ verse of bonds to find the ones that can make the great­ est contributions to their fund. In short, for a relative­ ly modest investment, you get shares of a bond fund and you also "hire" profes­ sional money managers with years of training and experi­ ence. Finally, bond funds offer a feature that can help you speed your progress toward your long-term goals: rein­ vestment of interest pay­ ments. When you buy shares of a bond fund, you can choose to reinvest your inter­ est payments into the same fund, or into another one. This is an easy way to build up your holdings. (You can also choose to reinvest inter­ est payments from individual bonds into mutual funds.) If you're just looking for a way to avoid the ups and downs of stocks, bond funds are not the answer. But if you want to help diversify your overall portfolio, and provide yourself with an additional source of income, then you may want to explore highquality bond funds. Under the right circumstances, they may be a good fit for you. TK Community Ed leisure classes to promote fitness Thornapple Kellogg Community Education is offering fitness oriented leisure classes this winter. Pre-registration is required for most classes. Classes are offered on a first-come, firstserved basis. Payment is due one week prior to the first class. Classes are self-sup­ porting. No refunds will be made after the first night of class. Full refunds are given if the class is canceled or filled. Call 795-3397 for more information or to register. Classes are not held the week of Thanksgiving nor during the Christmas holiday. Students ages 5 to 10 can take akido self-defense class­ es on Wednesdays, begin­ ning Nov. 19. from 5:30 to 6:30 p.m. in the Page all-pur­ pose room. The fee is $40 for the eight weeks of classes. Karate at the beginning, intermediate and advanced level is offered for those age 11 and older on Wednesdays from 6:30 to 8 p.m. Instructor Nancy Hammond says, “Karate helps build greater self-confidence at school, work and every life i Manpower of Hastings will be open 1 on Wednesday, November 5™ until 7 pm i We are currently accepting applications for positions in the Ionia, Lowell and Ada areas. Pay rates range from $7.00 - $11.50! (Opportunities for overtime - 60-70 hrs. per week ) i Welding, Buffing Assembly, Machine Operation. Filler/Packer, Skid Loaders. Qualified candidates must have reliable I transportation, be drug free and have a positive work history To be considered for an interview, please bnng a dnvers llicensc. social security card and your 3 most current past employers 'including dates worked, complete addresses and phone numbers j Contact MANPOWER of Hastings todat for further details (269) 948-3000 MANPOWER EOE Market St.. Hastings, Ml 49058 1 I Kellogg Arena o , .. . A f Saturday - November b* 9 am to 6 pm Sunday - November 9* 10 am to 5 pm 06574667 Two Hocks we« <rf 1-1*4 iM-66 oo Hunbhn Axe. w Admission Children Lader 12 FREE *** ■ shipshewanaontheroad com hand weights and w ater bot­ tle. The class meets Mondays and Wednesdays for six weeks beginning on Nov. 10 in the McFall gy m. The fee is $35 On Tuesdays, beginning Nov. 18. Evans w ill teach an active yoga class. This class is a user friendly yoga that has been adapted to be safe and appropriate for the aver­ age exercise class. The bene­ fits of this program include balance, strength, power, grace and maximum stress reduction. The six week class is held on Tuesdays from 6:30 to 7:45 p.m. in the McFall allpurpose room. The fee is $20. Colorado Blue, Black Hill & White Spruce Professionally planted with spade trucks. 7- 12 foot •*135.00 (within 7 miles of light in Middleville, greater distance call for price) 269-795-2232 I Transplanting AUTO LOANS Good Credit Bad Credit Bankruptcy Liens Etc... Reach over 11,000 area homes Alto woman joins with an ad in the Sun & News. Tastefully Simple Call 945’9554 to place pour ad today. Mandy Diedrich of Alto recently became a consultant for Tastefully Simple Inc., a national direct sales company based in Alexandria. Minn. As a consultant, Diedrich conducts in-home presenta­ tions of upscale, conven­ ience-driven gourmet foods. During these interactive taste-testing parties, guests receive meal ideas, recipes and entertainment sugges­ tions. Products are received at the party; gift boxes may be ordered for personal and corporate gifts. Diedrich joins more than 13,500 consultants in 50 states and Puerto Rico who have become consultants for Tastefully Simple, which was founded in 1995. For more information, call Diednch at 6 J 6-868-6651. situation.” She teaches Korean style of karate with ranking. The fee for the eight-week course is $20 per month and is taught in the Page gym. Donna Evans is teaching three fitness courses for adults. Kickboxing for fitness for beginning level adults Mondays and Wednesdays from 6:30 to 7 p.m. in the McFall gym. The fee is $17. Classes begin Nov. 10. Step aerobics for adult beginners and intermediates will include a cardio/fat burning session followed by muscle toning and strength­ ening for a total body work­ out. 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Is it possible to have all of these students in the same classroom? It is if the stu­ dents arc in elementary schools in the Caledonia School District. Each elementary school is working on the assumption that students arc smart in dif­ ferent areas or have multiple intelligence, and as such, learn in different ways. Each elementary may call it by different names, but essen­ tially what it boils down to is the theory of Multiple Intelligences, as determined by Harvard University’s Howard Gardner. “It’s not how smart you are - it’s how you are smart" is the premise behind the dif­ ferent learning styles named by Gardner. All four elementary schools in the district have embraced this attitude in one way or the other. (Learning styles continues to be approached in the middle and high school, but this arti­ cle focuses on the four ele­ mentary schools.) Though tests still must be taken and achievement measured, the elementary teachers continu­ ally strive for new ways to teach the necessary material to Caledonia students. Some teaching strategies are simi­ lar in each of the buildings, while others are unique to the particular school or teacher. The following explana­ tions may help to further understand about the learn­ ing styles that Caledonia stu­ dents have, and how district elementary teachers are deal­ ing w ith these needs. Walter McKenzie, a researcher and champion of Gardner’s Theory of Multiple Intelligences (MI) explains the principles back­ ing the MI theory "Everyone has all the intelligences,’ explains McKenzie. "The intelli­ gences are not mutually Caledonia students have a unique experience at their school called "Marketplace " Students put many of their learned skills and mulitple intelligences to use as they decide what will be marketed, how it will be offered and for how much (purchasing is through CalCash which is earned in various ways at the school). Here students pre­ pare for the big day by making doggy treats which they will later "sell" to other stu­ dents for their pets. Kettle Lake Elementary students learn to trust each other and listen to each other on the ‘Ropes Course.’ This is an excellent setting for several learning styles including kinesthetic, interpersonal and naturalistic. (Dutton Elementary also has a ropes course area.) exclusive, they act in con­ their strengths. These are the sort (The) MI theory was learners that generally excel not developed to exclude in the traditional classroom. individuals, but to allow all • Mathematical/logical — people to contribute to socie- Students who show an affinty through there own ity for numbers, reasoning strengths’" and problem solving are Several years ago. the found in this category. buzzwords were the seven Typically these students also intelligences, as determined do well in the traditional by Gardner. It seems that classroom where conformity Gardner has identified two and logical sequencing is the more in recent years and norm. believes that more may be • Bodily/kinesthetic — recognized as research con­ Movement, movement and tinues. Students leam with more movement character­ more than one kind of intelli­ izes this learning style. gence. and can acquire infor­ Students in this category mation in different ways, but leam best through motion, if predominate learning i.e. games, han ls-on activi­ style(s) of a student can be ties and building. Although identified, a teacher can zero this type of child may not in on how best to reach that excel in the traditional class­ student. room. many in the Caledonia The (current) nine intelli­ district are reaching these gences include: students through projects • Visual spatial — and unique teaming experi­ Children who fall predomi­ ences. nantly in this category learn • Musical'rhythmic — best w hen they can see w hat Songs, patterns, rhythms and is being taught. They like instruments are reaching graphs, maps, illustrations, these children. Remember an. and puzzles — anything singing the ABCs? Now try to catch their attention visu­ imagining learning multipli­ ally. cation through rap songs. • Verbal linguistic — • Intrapersonal — Though Children who are predomi­ these students may be nantly verbal-linguistic do labeled as more reserved and well with language arts. The quiet, they are in touch w ith areas of speaking, writing, their own feelings and ideas. reading and listening are • Interpersonal — These Emmons Lake Elementary students work with ‘Hexabit’ pieces. These pieces allow not only play and imagination to flourish; they also work on the visual/spatial, bodily/kinesthetic and interpersonal aspects of their learning styles. students are often known as a “people person.” They leam well in a group setting. • Naturalist — These stu­ dents love the outdoors, ani­ mals and field trips. They tend to pick up on subtle dif­ ferences in meanings. Until recently this type of learning style has not been accomo­ dated in the traditional class­ room. • Existentialist — This is a newly identified learning style. These students leam best when they can question the "big picture" of exis­ tence. They often ask the ‘why’ questions and how something relates to their role in the world. These are the philosophers in a class­ room. In spite of the fact that each lesson can not be geared toward each and Caledonia Elementary students that excel in interper­ every learning style, elemen­ tary educators in the sonal, kinesthetic and visual (among others) work well Caledonia District are striv­ in the typing lab. ing to reach these students a change to show where they also has their unique charac­ from different angles. Whole are “smart.” teristics and avenues of units of learning can be con­ Each elementary is mak learning for the students. structed in different ways to ing an effort to make certain Take Caledonia reach contrasting learning that there is a consistency in Elementary and its market­ styles, giving each child a what is being taught in the place, or Kettle Lake and sense of accomplishment and district. But each building Continued on next page �The Sun and News, Middleville, November 4. 2003/ Page 11 Dutton Elementary students use their mathematical/logical strengths to work with calculators and figure large sums of numbers. Share Your Prints! Share your prints with those you love while sharing with the Barry County United Way! Now through November 15, with each original roll of film you bring for processing, you’ll receive an EXTRA SET OF PRINTS FREE and we will donate the cost to this year’s United Way Campaign. Emmons Lake students don’t learn their multiplication tables only from a book, they rapping and rhyming to figure out their figures. 24 EXPOSURE SINGLE SET INCLUDES INDEX PRINT Multiple intelligences, continued from previous page Dutton Elementaries with their ropes course or Emmons Lake and its many outdoor activities. These are just a couple examples of the many ways that elementary teachers in the district approach learning. A particular student may not be the best at bookwork, but get them in a group proj­ ect. take them outside, or turn them loose on a research paper and their interest has been sparked. ’Everyone has all intelli­ gences... you can strengthen an intelligence." reports McKenzie. "(The inventory of a person’s predominated intelligence(s)J is a snapshot in time. It can change. Ml is meant to empower, not label people." Reaching and teaching stu­ dents to the best of their learning capabilities and styles it what being a Caledonia District teacher and learner is all about. For further information about the loaming styles and multiple intelligences of chil­ dren, go to www.surfaquarium.com for Walter McKenzie’s website. 1-Hour Processing Additional APS Processing 25 EXPOSURE SINGLE SET INCLUDES INDEX PRINT It does matter who processes your film! eck out all our Special Service Think holiday parties are just for fun with no learning attached? Most students, including these from Kettle Lake Elementary, would probably agree but teachers know that learning styles can also be tapped for the visual/spatial (decorating). verbaLlinguisbc (listening to game directions) and interpersonal (working within groups) learner as well. Big Prints & Posters Folding & Laminating Collating • Business Cards Custom Rubber Stamps Plastic Binding and more! . in tnc Gray Barn 1351 N.Broadway (M-43) Hastings 616.945.9105 OPEN MON - FRI 8:30 - 6:00 • SAT 8:30 -1:00 �Page 12/The Sun and News. MiddleviHe, November 4. 2003 As tourney time nears TK ladies are getting better Profits from the Budget Crunchies’ cookbook, compiled of the favorite recipes of CHS staff will go towards sending teachers to conferences. CHS staff cooking up a delicious fund-raiser by Cathy Rueter Staff Writer Looking for some deli­ cious and new meals to tempt your family? Especially quick and easy meals and appetizers that don't cost a lot? Then look no further than Caledonia High School and their fund-raising cookbook called "Budget Crunchies." The front cover explains why the fund-raiser was printed. "During this time of financial challenges we compled this cookbook in hopes of helping out with the ‘budget’ difficulties. The profits from this book will go towards sending teachers to conferences." The cookbook is made up of recipes submitted by CHS staff, which many proclaim as their favorites. Selected recipes such as the super­ simple Herb Sticks submit­ ted by Jeron Keron. the quick and easy Dayton-Hudson Pasta Salad submitted by Jennifer Frisbie or the exotic sounding Yamazitti submit­ ted by Marilyn Wood. The cookbooks are $10 each and include five sec­ tions — appetizers, breads/soups/salads. vegeta­ bles, main dish and desserts. For more information or to purchase one of the fund­ raiser cookbooks, call the ( HS office or I )i.ma Snyder at 616-891-8129. TK's Holly Smith looks to fire a pass towards an open teammate in the Trojans’ 59-50 loss at South Christian Thursday. (Photo by Brett Bremer) by Brett Bremer Sports Editor Middleville’s varsity girls’ basketball team seems to be getting better at the right time. They still aren’t ready to beat the top team’s in the O-K Gold, but it’s getting closer all the time. The first time the Trojans took on the league leading Sailors they fell by 36 points. CALEDONIA TK freshman guard Ashleigh Lund leaps up to fire a pass over the outstretched arms of the Sailor defense during the first half Thursday. (Photo by Brett Bremer) When the two teams met at South Christian on Thursday the Trojans hung with Sailors. “In the last two or three games we’ve started to come together offensively and defensively,” said TK coach Marcy Uyl. "Our defense has been a little ahead of our offense. We’ve played well defensively and that takes a total team effort." The Trojan defense’s biggest enemy was its offense against South. All season South has used its full-court press to take See TK ladies, pg. 14 TOWNSHIP PLEASE NOTE TIME OF MEETING 5:30 P.M. 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MI 49333-0277 (269) 795-7927; Fax (269) 795-2545 In Grand Rapids (616) 454-9242 J657429C MEETING NOTICE A Regular Meeting of the Charter Township of Caledonia Board of Trustees will be held Beginning at 5:30 PM. on Wednesday, November 5, 2003, at the Caledonia Township / Village Hall, 250 Maple Street, Caledonia, Michigan. NOTE: Individuals with disabil­ ities may request auxiliary aids and services for the meeting By contacting the Township Clerk at (616) 891-0070. TENTATIVE AGENDA 1. CALL TO ORDER/ROLL CALL 2. PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE AND INVOCATION 3. CONSIDERATION OF THE MEETING AGENDA 4. PUBLIC COMMENT (BRIEF 2 MINUTES) 5. APPROVAL OF CONSENT AGENDA A. Minutes of the October 15, 2003 Meeting B Correspondence Not requiring Board Action C. Approval to Pay Bills 6. INQUIRY OF CONFLICT OF INTEREST 7. REPORT FROM BOARD OFFICERS AND STAFF 8. CORRESPONDENCE 9. UNFINISHED BUSINESS A 2nd Reading Amendment tn NonConforming Lots Provisions in R -1, R-2 & R-3 District B North West Project Witocx Invoices C Discussion of Sewer Ordnance 10. NEW BUSINESS A Resolution to Award Bond Safe - Caprto* Improvement Bonds B Hestnctrve Covenant CampawKettfe Lake WWTP C Resofetxxi - Extension of The Final Approval of the Preliminary Plat of Jasonville Farms No. 7 D Holiday Hours 11 BOARD COMMENTS 12. PUBLIC COMMENT (EXTENDED - 5 MINUTES) 13 ADJOURNMENT assTuce NOTICE VILLAGE OF MIDDLEVILLE * * BARRY COUNTY, MICHIGAN FILING DEADLINE FOR CANDIDATES FOR VILLAGE OFFICES A Candidate who wishes to seek a non-partisan position on the Village of MiddfeviMe Council must fife a nominating petition and Affidavits of identity no later than 4.00 pm on Tuesday, November 25, 2003 The minimum number of signatures required is 6 with a maximum of 20 The General Election will be held on March 8. 2004 The Offices of Village President (two-year term), Three Trustees (four-year term), And One Trustee ithree-year term) will be filled Petitions and Affidavit forms can be obtained at the Village Hall 100 E Main Street, Middlevrfte Ml 49333 Office hours are Monday through Friday. 9:00 a m -5:00 pm. Rhonda L. Fisk Village Clerk MK74M1 �The Sun and News. Mtddtevtife. November 4, 2003/ Page 13 TK board approves ski team, choir trip • by Patricia Johns Staff Writer The Thomapple Kellogg Board of Education Board of Education Oct. 17 approved the creation of the Thornapple Kellogg ski team as a cooperative effort with Caledonia and an honors choir trip set for next May. Athletic director Mark Uy I said that the coopera­ tive ski team is a great From Our Readers Local Citizens Speak Out On Issues Something must be done about traffic on M-37 To the editor: In response to Mike Schipper’s letter in the Sun & News last week, 1 am grateful to him for taking the time to call the Michigan Department of Transportation in regard to the heavy and fast traffic moving on M-37. We have also witnessed so many accidents, as our busi­ ness faces M-37 and the most congested area. Our employ­ ees and clients cannot exit onto M-37 during peak hours without risking an accident. Everyone is in such a hurry to get home and the traffic is continuous. If anyone would like to join us in a petition to our state representatives, stop in and let's band together on this issue. We need lower speed limits and another light. Mike Schipper is a good citizen for addressing this issue. Stop in and give us support and let’s get a peti­ tion going. The staff of Contempo Salon. Caledonia Amen to concerns about M-37 To the editor: I would like to echo the thoughts expressed by Mike Schipper in his recent letter to the editor ("M-37 must be safer") in the Sun & News and hope that local citizens call our local state represen­ tatives, as he suggested. 1 read Mr. Schipper’s letter last Tuesday evening, after returning home from a trip into "our town” earlier. Imagine my surprise (she wrote with sarcasm) when 1 turned off of 100th Street to head north toward D & W and saw a multitude of flash­ ing emergency vehicle lights in that same vicinity. It was a drizzly evening (and darkness had just set­ tled). so one can almost guar­ antee some sort of accident on nights like that. Left-hand turns are nigh to impossible during busy times on M-37. In addition. I am usually one of those people that, rather than even attempt a danger­ ous (and pretty much impos­ sible without risking life or limb) left turn. 1 will make a right and double back to safely head in the right direc­ tion. Lastly, there are many times that I head home from work (in Grand Rapids), knowing that I must make a gasoline or grocery stop. If it is any time around 5 to 7 p.m. my business is done in Cascade because the traffic flow is much more regulated and safe. 1 would prefer to support the businesses of Caledonia, but the headache (and chance of injury) is not worth it to me. I certainly join Mr. Schipper behind his Honda CRV in going cautiously through the main thorough­ fare of Caledonia. My family is too precious a cargo, so do not be mad at me either. Peggy Merrill, Caledonia VILLAGE OF MIDDLEVILLE OPEN COMMISSION SEATS Interested citizens invited to apply tor the following available Commission seat HOUSING COMMISSION 1 - unexpred term Apply in writing to Vilage of M«dlevi«e 100 East Man Street Middleville. Mt 49333 Attn VHage Pres»cent Letters must be received by November 21. 2003 5 p.m. Appointments to be made November 25 2003 At the regular meeting of the Village Counal Rhonda L_ Fisk Village Clerk opportunity to expand opportunities for kids. Approval applies to the 2003-2004 academic year. The honors choir trip to Chicago planned for May 7 and 8 also was approved. Board member Nancy Goodin praised the hard work of choir teacher Deidra Ross for planning the trip, which includes two performances of the choir. Assistant Superintendent Patricia Koeze told the board the district is on track to meet­ ing the requirement’s of the in-state Education YES program as well as meet­ ing the "No Child Left Behind” compliance requirements. Koeze explained the new KC4 social studies curriculum developed by the Kent Intermediate VILLAGE OF MIDDLEVILLE SYNOPSIS VILLAGE OF MIDDLEVILLE, MICHIGAN COUNCIL MEETING MINUTES OCTOBER 14, 2003 The regular meeting of the Village of Middleville. Michigan Counal was called to order at 6 00 PM by Mr Lon Myers. Counal President of the Village of Middleville. Michigan, in the Council Chamber of the Village Hall. Members present: Mr. Floyd Bray, Mr. William Kenyon, Mr Michael Lytle, Mr Lon Myers, and Mr. Charles Pullen. Members absent: Mrs. Dorothy Corson and Mrs. Marilyn VandenBerg. Minutes of the September 23, 2003 meeting were approved. The Agenda was approved. Mr. Bob Hamilton, representing MML, reviewed the resumes received for the Village Manager position. Mr Myers reported that the Earth Tech staff working for the Village had received a Gold Excellence Award for safety. ACTIONS TAKEN 1. Adopted Resolution #03023, Resolution to Authorize Use and Preparation of Official Statement on a motion made by Mr. Bray and supported by Mr Lytle. Roll call vote resulted in five Ayes with two members absent 2. Adopted An Ordinance to Amend the Middleville Village Code Related to Use of Public Rights of Ways on a motion made by Mr Bray and supported by Mr. Lytle Roll call vote resulted in five Ayes with two members absent 3. Approved the invoices dated October 10. 2003 m the amount of $167,324 62 on a motion made by Mr Pullen and supported by Mr Lytle 4 Appointed Ms Cafoenne Beyer to TAPRC on a motion made by Mr Lytle and supported by Mr Pullen 5 Directed Staff to proceed with document preparat on for the property exchange and building purchase relative to the Ftre Training Faalrty property and TTES buAdmg on a motion made by Mr. Putfen and supported by Mr Lytle 6 Adjoumec the meeting at 703 PM on a mooon made by Mr Bray and supported by Mr Kenyon Respectful submitted. Rhonda L Rsk. Cterk The complete text of the minutes may be read at toe VAage Hall between the hours of 900 AM and 500 PM Monday through Fnday School district. This cur­ riculum is so detailed and in-depth that the teachers do not see the need to pur­ chase textbooks, but only supplementary materials. This curriculum includes the core demo­ cratic values and is closely aligned to the Michigan curriculum and to Michigan Educational Assessment Program (MEAP). The K-5 curriculum is ready now and the ones for the middle and high schools are being devel­ oped and will be available before the end of the year. Superintendent Kevin Konarska received approval for John Washbum. who is now dean of students at the middle school, to become the athletic coordinator for the school. This will ease the burden on high school Athletic Director Mark Uyl, who has additional duties as assistant princi­ pal. In addition Washbum’s contract was amended to add assistant principal’s duties. The board also approved additional Phase II bids for the high school. Konarska explained that these were bids previously submitted that the construction man­ agement team at Owen. Ames, Kimball checked to **te«J** make sure the amounts bid reflect the materials and requirements of the jobs. The next meeting of the board will be at 7:30 p.m. Monday. Nov. 10 in the Thornapple Kellogg school and- community library. VILLAGE OF MIDDLEVILLE OPEN TRUSTEE POSITION Interested citizens invited to apply for foe following available Village Office VILLAGE TRUSTEE 1 - unexpired term to be appointed to fill vacancy until General Election March 08. 2004 Apply in writing to Village of Middleville 100 East Main Street Middleville. Ml 49333 Attn.: Village President Letters must be received by November 21. 2003, 5 p.m. Appointments to be made November 25. 2003 At foe regular meeting of the Village Council Rhonda L. Fisk Village Clerk 06575280 Reach over 11,000 area homes with an ad in the Sun & News. Call 945-9554 to place your ad today. VILLAGE OF CALEDONIA COUNTY OF KENT, MICHIGAN PUBLIC NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that on Thursday, November 20, 2003, at 7:00 p.m. the Planning Commission of the Village of Caledonia will hold a public hearing at the Caledonia Township and Village Hall. 250 South Maple Street, Caledonia, Michigan, concerning the application of Wesley & Associates and Calvin Kooiker for a two-step rezoning of the following described lands, first from the current AG Agricultural District to the R-2 Medium Density Single Family District and then subse­ quently from the R-2 Medium Density Single Family District to the PUD Planned Unrt Development District, in accordance with the final development plan for the 245 Kinsey Planned Unrt Development. The lands proposed for such rezoning are located at 245 Kinsey and are legally described follows Part of the South 1/2 of Section 29, Town 5 North, Range 10 West, commencing 18 05 feet East along the South section line from th South 1Z4 corner, thence East along the South section line 406 15 feet, thence North parallel with the North and South 1/4 line 713 feet; thence East parallel with the South section line to a point 100 feet Southwesterly from, measured perpendicular to the West line of Kinsey Street. 60 feet wide, thence Northwesterly parallel with the Westerty line of said street to a point 61 56 feet Northwesterly along foe Southerly line of said street and 10 feet Southwesterly per pendicular to foe Westerly line of said street from the East line of the West 1/2 of the Southeast 1/4; thence Northwesterly along the Westerly line of said street 290 44 feet thence Westerly 132 feet, thence Northwesterly parallel with the Westerly line of said street 65 57 feet, thence Westerty 26 53 feet: thence Southeasterly parallel wrth the Westerty line of said street 21 23 feet thence West 321 20 feet thence North 154 61 feet; thence Northwesterly parallel with the Westerty line of said street 270 84 feet, thence Northeasterly perpendicular to the Westerty line of said street 260 52 feet to the Westerty line of said street thence Northwesterly along said Westerty line to a point 295 7 feet South from the South line of South Street; 66 feet wide, thence West to the Southwest comer of Lot 10 of Kennedy's Addition thence South parallel wrth the West line of said Lot 1 32 feet thence West par alfel wrth the South toe of Lot 9 of said addition to extended East toe of Terrace Street, 66 feet; thence South along said East toe to a point 1320 feet North from the South section toe; thence West paral­ lel wrth the South section line to a point 363 feet East from the East line of Duncan Lake Avenue. 66 feet wide tnence South parallel wrth said East tine 363 feet to 300 feet of the South 1/2 of said Section; thence East along said North hne 200 0 feet to the East line of the West 18 85 feet of the Southeast 1/4 thence South along said East toe 300 0 feet to the point of beginning, being perma­ nent parcel No 41-23-29-451-007, ViHage of Caledonia, Kent County, Michigan A copy of the proposed amending ordinances (rezonmg the property from the AG District to the R2 District and subsequently rezontng the property from the R-2 District to the PUD District) and the Development Plan tor the proposed planned urw development are on Me and may be examined at the Village offices. 250 South Map«e Street, during Village office hours Ail interested persons may attend foe pubfcc hearing and comment upon the proposed ordinances Written comments may be submitted to the Village office up to the time of the pubic hearing Dated October 31, 2003 PLANNING COMMISSION OF THE VILLAGE OF CALEDONIA �Page 14/The Sun and News. Middleville November 4. 2003 Scots make sure ‘Cats can’t slip away like Sailors Caledonia senior Shelby King (left) looks down from the end of the bench after fouling out in the fourth quar­ ter of the Scots’ 60-55 loss to Gold leading South Christian on Tuesday. (Photo by Brett Bremer) Fighting Scot senior Cari Butcher played tight defense at the top of the key against the Sailor guards Tuesday night. (Photo by Brett Bremer) by Brett Bremer Sports Editor Caledonia’s varsity girls' basketball headed into the fourth quarter with a lead twice last week, but was only able to hold on for one victo­ ry- Against Wayland Thursday the Scots held a five point lead heading into the final stanza and added to it in a 6253 victory. Julie Slot led a balanced ★ ★ REWARD ★ ★ *500 for any information leading to the return of the 2002 Kawasaki Mojave quad runner, bright green in color, that was stolen from my home the early morning of October 20, 2003. Please call 269-795-4306 or 269-838-1241. Caller’s identity will be kept classified. Caledonia attack in the win with 18 points. Amanda Janhdal had 13, and Cari Butcher and Shelby King both added ten points. Mindy Bode scored seven points and also pulled down 12 rebounds. The win was the Scots sixth in Gold play. They’re 6-5, with a 9-7 overall record. Caledonia had a bigger lead, against a bigger oppo­ nent on Tuesday and saw it slip away. The Scots led South Christian 49-37 at the end of the third quarter, then saw the Sailors score eight of the first ten points in the quarter and the final six points of the game. Janhdal had a shot blocked at the end of the first half, but got it back and quickly tied up the game before the buzzer sounded at 29. The Scots game out roaring in the sec­ ond half. Emily Desy knocked down a three point for the first basket of the half. Caledonia wouldn't trail again until only 3:11 remained in the game. Introducing... Ed's New Complete Auto & Truck Glass Service! 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(Photo by Brett Bremer) A reverse lay-up by Janhdal gave the Scots their biggest lead of the night, 4937 in the final minute of the third and it was all Scots as Bode blocked away the Sailors last second shot attempt in the period. “I honestly though with that momentum we were going to be able to hold them off,” said Caledonia coach Angie Stauffer. “We folded under the pressure. We absolutely folded." South raced back in the fourth quarter, knocking the ball away with their press and knocking down free throws and field goals. South took a 1-point lead with 3:11 on a basket by Kristi Brummel after a steal. Jandahl would give the Scots the lead soon after at 55-54, but Caledonia couldn’t score again. “Amanda (Jandahl) had an excellent game tonight," said Stauffer. “She felt confident, and you could see it in the way she played.” “You can’t let it affect the way you play the next game.” said Stauffer in the locker room to her team afterwards. “It’s only going to get harder. We may have an opportunity to see this team again." The Scots and Sailors could meet in the district finals if advantage of opponents. TK didn't have any trouble mak­ ing it past the time line, it was what to do next. The Trojans were able to get past the first wave, but many times lost the ball trying to make something happen soon after. It’s something the team has been working on, and will continue to work on, making something good hap­ pen when its able to break a press. “A good team like South, they’re going to make you make mistakes.” said Uyl. Despite some of the Trojans troubles they were down just six with just under 40 seconds to play after a 3pointer fell for senior Stephanie Scott, but the Trojans couldn’t get another shot to fall while the Sailors knocked down three of six free throws. Jessica Flask led TK with 16 points, before being whis­ tled for her fifth foul with 2:36 to play. Brandi Campbell took over from there and scored TK’s next four points and finishing with 15 on the night. Holly Smith added six points for TK. Uyl also said, “Kristy Hall played big for us tonight. She just played out­ standing.” Stacey Warsen knocked down ten free throws in the game, and led South Christian with 28 points. All the hard work the Trojans put in Tuesday night against Wayland paid off. TK topped the Wildcats 62-61 in overtime. The one-two punch of Flaska and Campbell got some help from Hall who poured in 14 points for the Trojans. Campbell led the team in scoring with 20 points, while Flaska added 18 and 16 rebounds. After being held to four points in the third quarter to head into the fourth down four. TK rallied to add 20 fourth quarter points and send the game into OT. The 7-10 Trojans will host Byron Center on Tuesday then pay a visit to Wyoming Park Thursday this week. 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Main, Caledonia 891-8108 n Sale Now Thru Nov. 15th ONLY �Page 16/The Sun and News. Middleville November 4. 2003 Winchester proves she’s not a minor niner at MIS by Brett Bremer ' Sports Editor In cross country competi­ tion there always seem to be a number of female fresh­ men who make a big mark every season. This year, Middleville's Rebecca Winchester was one of them. Winchester earned all­ State honors by finishing 15th place Saturday in the Division 2 state cross coun­ try finals at Michigan International Speedway in Brooklyn. She was one of nine freshmen in the top 30. which is the cut off for all­ State honors. Division 3 had 10 freshmen girls in the top 30. Winchester’s time of 18:50.7 is the fastest fresh­ men time in the history of the Middleville girls' cross country program's history. “We’ve never had a run­ ner under 19 (minutes), and never had an all-State fresh­ man either,’’ said TK coach Tammy Benjamin. MIS can be imposing for a young runner. The Division 2 girls' race had 244 partici­ pants finish., which means there's plenty of talented competition racing for the finish line and a big crowd at the start of the race “I was nervous at first.” said Winchester. She said the nervousness wore off fairly quickly after the gun went off however, and she kept pace with some of the state's best. “It was a lot of fun." East Grand Rapids took the girls' championship in Division 2. led by individual champ Laura Malnor in 17:54.15. Freshman Bek ah Smeltzer of Monroe Jefferson was second overall in 18:00.95 as she snuck past Kelly Sampson of Detroit Renaissance who finished in 18:09.05. Wayland freshman Jessica Armstrong crossed 1997 Dodge Ram 4x4 Large box with high cap. Well maintained. $6000. Call Ernie @269-945-9554 _ Rebecca Winchester smiles down at some of her fans after receiving the medal for her 15th place finish Saturday. (Photo by Brett Bremer) the line fifth in 18:19.9. Just behind Winchester was South Christian sopho­ more Lori Burgess in 18:51.2. Winchester wasn’t the area’s only star on the day. At last year’s state cross country meet at Michigan International Speedway Corey Thelen set a new Lakewood record in 15:57. This year, “he just shat­ tered it,” said Viking coach Jim Hassett. Thelen, a junior, ran his way to all-State honors with YOUR ONE STOP WATER STORE rviciiHi All Brands lor 29 loll' ter Softeners, Iron & Odor Filte Drinking Water Systems BEST PRICE, QUALITY, SERVICE Most Common Working Water Problems... a fourth place finish Saturday in the Division 2 boys’ race at MIS. crossing the finish line in 15:34.1. “It’s a great feeling.” said Thelen as he hunched over trying to slow down his body just past the finish line. “It was just running stub­ born. I couldn’t quit. It's a long trip. I wanted to make sure it was worth something in the end.” It was Thelen's second all-State performance in Brooklyn, and the highest individual finish ever by a Lakewood boy. The Delton boys’ team took part in the Division 3 race, finishing 26th out of 27 teams. The Panthers were a little intimidated by the scope of things in their first ever trip to Brooklyn. Senior Evan Williams paced the Panthers in 119th at 17:24.9. Delton also had a pair of individuals in the Division 3 girls' race. Kristen Wilfinger was 107th in 21:09.1, and Marissa Ingle crossed the line 133rd in 21:39.85. TK freshman Rebecca Winchester sprints down the • final straight-away Saturday during the Division 2 girls’ race at Michigan International Speedway in Brooklyn (Photo by Brett Bremer) Goodrich’s girls won the Division 3 race with 62 team points, but the biggest story of the race was who didn’t win. Allendale's Jaime Watson finished first at 18:12.55, and was followed by Goodrich’s Kayla O'Mara in 18:25.15. 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The first an interception by senior Josh Eldridge, and the second a fumble recovery by Josh Hilton. The Hawkeye’s inter­ ceptions were both by Smith, the second of which he returned to the Trojan 4-yard line after the Trojans tried to pass the ball out of the shadow of their own goal posts with 1:33 left in the half. Two plays later he carried the ball into the end zone from 6 yards out to put Hamilton up 14-0 at the half. After all the punts and turnovers in the first half, the second half turned into a shoot out. Hamilton’s first drive of the third quarter went 65 TK's Darrin Tape (right) is drilled by Hamilton’s Kyle Williamson after getting his fingers on a pass as the Trojans were trying to comeback in the fourth quarter at Hamilton. (Photo by Brett Bremer) yards in nine plays, all rushes, and culminated in a 16-yard TD run by Mokma for a 21-0 Hawkeye lead. An 18-yard scramble by Trojan quarterback Eldridge, and a 13-yard pick up on a fourth-andnine play with a screen from Eldridge to Eric Reeder helped TK to its first score of the game on the ensuing drive. After three rushes netted zero yards at the Hamilton ten. Eldridge found David Finkbeiner in the back left comer of the end zone. Darrin Tape’s extra point cut the Hawkeye lead to 21-7. "I think we opened things up more tonight than we had in most of our games this year," said Penfield. "Particularly FOR SALE: 1995 FORD CARGO Cummins V-8 diesel. 26-ft. box. hydro lift tailgate, drop third wheel. Call Ernie at 269-945-9554 065i Only some of the Trojans were able to watch in the fourth quarter as things start­ ed to slip away near the end of their 35-20 loss in the district opener Friday night at Hamilton. (Photo by Brett Bremer) get going and was forced to give the ball back to the Hawkeyes after four plays. Hamilton used the oppor­ because they're so big up tunity to score its seventh front. They had the ability TD of the game on a 4to slow down our running yard run by game. It was a case of too Saenebouttareth with 2:30 little, too late." to play. Hamilton quarterback There was no quit in the Daniel Saenebouttareth Trojans. had an answer for the "Our guys competed Trojans' fourth down hard," said Penfield. "The score. The Hawkeyes community can be proud." moved down field, and on Eldridge scrambled for a fourth-and-6 from the TK 57 yards from the TK 33 to 11 Saenebouttareth replen­ the Hamilton 10 when the ished Hamilton’s three-Td Trojans got the ball back, lead when he found Joey and on the next play Scott Cole in the end zone with Brooks plunged in to make 10:40 left in the game. the final 35-20. TK came right back Eldridge ended his though. career with the Trojans the An Eldridge pass to Ben way you would expect a Ybema went for 34 yards, senior leader to do it. He with Ybema breaking tack­ led the Trojans in rushing le after tackle to get the with 74 yards on four car­ Trojans within sight of the ries, and completed nine of Hamilton end zone. Tape 25 passes for 96 yards. He raced around the outside of also had the two intercep­ the Hamilton defense for a tions on D. 30-yard score just three "Josh is the heart and plays later. soul of our team," said Ybema was the Trojans’ Penfield of Eldridge who leading receiver on the was chosen as a first team evening with two catches all-conference defensive for 59 yards. TK had 302 back this season. total yards in the game, Trojan seniors Mark with 206 coming on the Rolison, Josh Wolter, and ground and 96 in the air. Andrew Reeder each had The Hawkeyes looked to eight tackles, as did junior have an answer again, but Josh Hilton. a long drive by Hamilton The Trojans end the sea­ ended with Eldridge inter­ son with a 6-4 record, cepting his second pass of while the Hawkeyes the night, and kneeling advance to host Three down in the Trojan end Rivers this weekend in the zone for a touch back. But Division 4, Region 2, the Trojan offense couldn’t District 2 final. R-23. REMODELED FARM HOUSE nestled on 4 acres with 4 bedrooms and 2 baths Convenient to Grand Rapids or Hastings on a paved road 2 stall attached garage. 36x58 pole barn with new concrete floor, underground sprinkler system, TK schools................................ $171,000 Call Roxanne Bouchard (269) 945-9773 GREENRIDGE Realty WITZ-EL § ASSOCIATES 400 West State Street, Suite A - Hastings (Temporary location) 0151932** Toll Fra. 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Bill Seif Chevrolet Buick r—» Cf r-J Ifcnda, * Waow«»w«r» T— s S M-37 IM HAST»MGS 268-<M^2X25 1-300-23^2X25 r- i £3? 4 HOURS: MONDAY - FRIDAY 8:00 - 5:00 Bob Potts - Body Shop Manager M-57 North of Middleville, Across from Middlevilla �Page 18/The Sun and News. Middleville. November 4, 2003 Richard K. Ellsworth HASTINGS - Richard K Ellsworth, age 72, of Hastings, passed away Wednesday, Oct 29, 2003 at Spectrum Health Blodgett Campus, Grand Rapids. Richard K. Ellsworth was bom on Oct. 29, 1932 in Yankee Springs, the son of William and Evaline (Walters) Ellsworth. He was raised in the Yankee Springs, Middleville area and attended Middleville schools. He was married to Mabie M. Ellsworth on June 9, 1952 in Indiana. He was employed at Bradford White Corp and retired after 22 years of serv­ ice. Richard attended Nashville Baptist Church. Richard and his wife. Mabie, shared the same birth month with just one day apart Richard left to be with the Lord on his birthday so that he could be with Mabie the next day for her birthday. We miss them both so much. He is survived by his daughter. Tammy (Ken) VanBelkum of Hastings; step-son. Wayne (Donna) Jarvie Sr. of Cedar Springs, nine grandchildren. Tangie VanBelkum of Hastings. Samuel (Jennifer) Shriver of Aiea, Hawaii, Ken (Kenny) VanBelkum of Hastings, Devin Jarvie of Cedar 1998 Dodge DAKOTA Pickup AM S E Auto. cruise Sale Pace Springs. Wayne Jan ie Jr. of Wayland. Dale Jarvie of Minto. N D.. Glori Scolley of Austin, Texas. Charlene Hulbert of Alto. Wendy Petersen of Howard City; one great granddaughter. Kylie Shriver; three sisters; three brothers and his twin brother. Ray; many nieces and nephews. Preceded in death by his wife. Mabie M. Ellsworth; his parents. William and Evaline Ellsworth; brother. Howard Ellsworth; step­ mother. Zella Ellsworth; grandchildren. Sherri Edwards and Bonni Jarvie. Funeral sen ices were held Monday. Nov. 3. 2003 at the Beeler Funeral Chapel. Middleville. Pastor Deano Lamphere officiating. Interment Coman Cemetery, Yankee Springs Township. Arrangements by the Beeler Funeral Home. Middleville. Call for Classifieds 945-9554 or Business Services Real Estate Help Wanted GUTTER LEAF GUARD: We install several styles of leaf protection for your gut­ ter & downspout system, one for every problem & budget Before you sign a high priced contract with the big dty firms, get a price from us. We’ve M?rved this area since 1959. BLEAM EAVESTROUGHING (269)945-0004 KALKASKA COUNTY: 5 acres of hardwoods. Short drive to state land, fishing lakes and trails. Ideal hunt­ ing and camping base. Driveway, cleared site, elec­ tric. $26,900, $500 down, $330 month, 11% land con­ tract www. northemlandco.com or Northern Land Company. 1-800-968-3118. HOME STYLE CON­ STRUCTION: new con­ struction, remodeling, roof­ ing, siding, & decks. We do it all. 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November 4. 2003 Adventure racing lures local college students by Jean K. Hickel Trail running for eight miles, mountain biking for 12 miles, then into the water to paddle a kayak for two miles. Finally, you 'hit the wall." But what's this? It is 10 feet tall, slanted and covered in Crisco. It’s messy, but you make it over with the help of your teammates. This is not an athlete's nightmare — it’s an “Adventure Race.” and this is the fun part, one of the special tests. Adventure racing is on the sporting frontier for athletes who like a bit of skill diver­ sity. team spirit and pure fun thrown into the mix. A few local college students are testing their abilities in these challenges and would like to see such races make their way to the West Michigan ♦ area. Barry VanVolkinburg of Caledonia first entered an adventure race in Detroit, in 2002. He was part of a team sponsored by the Galyan's store where be worked while attending Western Michigan University. He decided to put together his own team, without sponsorship, and convinced his friend Chad Worst, also a WML student, to join him. They recruited Bonnie Hickel, another Caledonian and a student at Albion College, to train for a race held last October in Richmond. Va. The three invested their time and ener­ gy running and biking at Fort Custer State Park in Battle Creek and at the Yankee Springs Recreation Area in Middleville. They found it hard to train for the special tests because they are unique to each race. Good physical conditioning and upper body strength are helpful. It was in Richmond that they met the Crisco wall and Bonnie learned howstrong a deep river current can be when crossing on slippery rocks. The team did well and finished in less than four hours. While a 24-hour adventure race may be up to 100 miles in duration and involve extreme sporting skills, the races these students pursue are considered “Adventure Sprint Races.” They average up to 30 miles in length and the teams are projected to finish within six hours. The three main skills of trail run­ ning. mountain biking and kayaking form the basis for each race and then special tests are devised to break up the physical activity with a Adventure racers (from left) Brian Bass, Kelly VanVolkinburg. Barry VanVolkinburg and Bonnie Hickel. side assistance. A transition agility games. The team members said area is provided where the racers keep their bikes and they were pleased to place second in their age group. other gear. This type of race is new to Adventure sprints are usu­ ally sponsored by distribu­ Michigan. It is open to any tors of sports gear, drinks or age group and up to four-per­ energy food bar companies son teams. The beauty of it is and promoted by various that all one needs is a good stores. magazines and pair of trail running shoes, a Internet websites. The fastest durable mountain bike and teams may be picked up for helmet and some basic train•• corporate sponsorships and ing to build stamina. It is not then merit television cover­ as grueling as a marathon or age as "elite" teams with the triathlon race and provides races showing up on the more fun and diversity of cable Outdoor Life Network. skills. Hickel said, " It s an upMost teams just compete as weekend warriors, picking and-coming sport that West up a race in a city closest to Michigan hasn't seen much them. The races are mostly of. It would be nice to have held in parks near large an adventure racing club in urban centers in the United the Grand Rapids area " On Oct. 4. Hickel. States. The unique part of these VanVolkinburg and Worst Barry VanVolkinburg races is that no one has to be returned to Richmond. Va . bit of mental exercise as at an"Olympic" level of fit­ to take on their second well. The special tests may ness in any of the areas of adventure sprint in that city. involve constructing an training. The well-balanced The race involved a six-mile object or puzzle, scaling a person enjoys this event trail run while carrying a 12-foot wall, performing because thinking fast, using meter-long piece of PVC relays with pails of water, or muscle power, and working pipe. That pipe was then dragging teammates on rail­ together gets the job done. used to construct a paddle for road ties. As VanVolkinburg put it, the 1.5-mile kayaking ven­ Of course, there are "Nothing is better than your ture onto the James River. always the standard mud pits whole team clicking, coming After some special tests and ropes courses of the mil­ together to improve the team involving balancing on ropes itary flavor. Orienteering is effort." While all three team­ and a wooden trapeze, the another test that involves mates have in common a three donned their helmets locating checkpoints using a background of running and for 10 miles of mountain bik­ topographical map and com­ skiing, they also have differ­ ing through hilly, rough ter­ pass, and may span several ent interests. Barry has the rain. Hurricane Isabel had square miles. Though team most experience with kayak­ thrown in some special tests members have a race meet­ ing and soccer. Chad has of her own, just the week ing the day before to learn experience with motocross before, as the racers dodged the length of each main racing and that gives him an fallen trees and hurricane event, they never know until aggressive edge on mountain debris everywhere along the the race starts just what spe­ biking. Bonnie has a back­ course. cial tests will come their ground in tennis, mountain At the end of the race they way. The teams have to be biking and equestrian sports. "hit the wall" again, only this seif sufficient, providing Their varied skills blend to time a 12-foot military-style their own race gear, food and provide a focus on the team wall (minus the Crisco) and water needs without any out­ goals and the drive for the then dashed for the finish line. A time of 3 hours and fmish. ^8^ On Labor Day weekend, 29 minutes placed the team ♦♦♦♦♦♦♦♦♦♦♦♦♦ VanVolkinburg and Hickel at fourth in the collegiate teamed up with Barry's sis­ division. They received ter. Kelly VanVolkinburg. medals both for finishing the and Bnan Bass, both stu­ race and for placing so high dents at Grand Valley, to in their division. Where is this team going participate in an adventure race sprint at Stoney Creek next? Perhaps they will tack­ Metropark, north of Detroit. le a 24-hour adventure race The foursome competed in a in the coming year. They six-mile trail run, a 12-mile enjoy the training and the bike ride, a 1.5-mile kayak­ uncertainty of how each race ing journey, and a trek is planned. through the park for check­ As Worst put it, points in orienteering, span­ "Anything with challenge Early Morning & Evening Appointments Available ning a six-mile area. Kelly's and a high adrenaline rush, experience in kayaking and count me in." Conveniently located on M-37 in Caledonia For anyone who wants to running, and Brian’s (Right on the way to orfrom work) marathon running stamina learn more about this series contributed to the team s suc­ of adventure racing, the web­ cess. Both swimming and site address is www.balance­ There relays were part of the spe­ baradventure.com. cial tests, as well as carrying will be a new series of races wooden beams, sack races, beginning in 2004 and plenty and a variety of skill and of time to get in shape. Christopher J. Hier, D.D.S. 616-891-1240 General Dentistry for Children & Adults — NEW PATIENTS WELCOME — Quality dental care in a relaxed and friendly atmosphere. Your Smile The First Thing People See! � https://barrycountyhistoryportal.org/files/original/25/713/SunandNews_2003-11-11.pdf 20f35c39caca569f7e294e0e7f2fa323 PDF Text Text HASTINGS PUBLIC UB»«y niscHuacnjT \ oom-mu , -K; Ti Wo?!00 F PUBLIC HAS1J*thURCH ST 12 ’£t«S* 49058 .0.*.■" > ubr*w A " and Ne\ 1 Your Hometown Newspaper Serving Middleville and Caledonia Areas No. 46/November 11, 2003 132nd year Published by J-Ad Graphics, Inc. Med-o-Bloom Farm to cease operation by Ruth Zachary Staff Writer The end of hope that the state's farm preservation pro­ gram could save the histone Med-o-Bloom farm on 100th Street, owned by Jerry Good, came in late October when he learned the farm is too close to public sewer to qual­ ify. Caledonia Township Planning Commissioners heard a preliminary proposal Nov. 3 for residential devel­ opment on the 340-acre Good farm, but resisted the concept as too dense. No decision was made. The promise of $4O.(XX). approved by the Caledonia Township Board Sept. 3 for a PDR match to help the long-standing Good farm located west of the village, to stay in agriculture was not enough This leaves only two large dairy farms in Caledonia, the Rodgers farm on M-37, and the Finkbeiner farm on 1 (M>th Street cast of the village. The prominent Mcd-oBloom farm has represented a way of life in Caledonia Township, which appears to be coming to an end. Owner Jerry Good said "It breaks my heart, but I can't afford to lose $1,000 a day. Farm prices are at a 30-year low." He said his cows would be gone in a few days. Good said in September that milk prices dropped about two years ago. and many other farmers in the area are in a similar situa­ tion. He blamed foreign mar­ ket prices, based on low labor costs, and high proper­ ty taxes for the problem. He said his property taxes are $20,000 per year because "Kent County is the worst county in Michigan." for high tax assessments, based on real estate or development value rather than on farm use value. The historic farm once belonged to Elton R Smith, longtime president of the Michigan Farm Bureau. The loss of the farm will affect the agricultural com­ munity still operating west of Caledonia. Farmers in Gaines Township depend on passage through that area to the Caledonia Elevator, until now relatively unimpeded for transporting farm prod­ ucts that support their farm- The Med-o-Bloom Farm on 100th Avenue in Caledonia is well know for its Cattle head bam decoration. It will cease operating as a farm next year and the property will be sold for development. ing activities. George Dressander. repre­ senting the Rockford Development Group, which has an option on the proper­ ty, asked the Caledonia Township Planning Commission for an informal discussion to determine areas of common ground. He made a case for a planning strategy of high density development on the 340-acre farm, to allow preserving farms or natural features elsewhere. Ironically, this is an argu­ ment being made by each developer proposing a high density project. Just where the farm lands are to be pre­ served seems to be ever more south of the latest request. Part of the farm falls in a district zoned for medium density residential in the township s master plan. This would allow two homes per acre. Dressander proposed expanding this zoning to the western portion of the farm, which is zoned for rural preservation, or single fami­ ly residential, where one home on two acres would be the norm. Dressander also would like to place the entire parcel in a PUD. which would allow building up to 680 units on the property. He proposed setting aside a large portion of the acreage into open space, and to clus­ ter the same number of homes in an even more dense area, which the firm believes would be serviced by public utilities which he believed were available, although this expansion is not currently planned for by the township. The impact of such a large development on the schools with an average 1.5 children per home, could be monu­ mental. as residential proper­ ty has proven to cost local government more than rev enues coming in from the same area. Continued on pg. 15 School budget woes force another look at Proposal A J-Ad Graphics News Service The State of Michigan has announced a $900 million budget deficit and schools across the state are scram­ bling to figure out what to expect as they compete with other government funded programs in hard economic times. The state is estimated to be $350 million short educa­ tion funding, so schools will have to plan for mid-year cuts on top of cuts made a the start of the school year. These recent budget woes for schools have caused som re-examination of Proposal A. which is nearing its tenth year on the books as the principal way eduation is paid for in Michigan. Proposal A w as passed by voters statew ide in March 1994. Its provisions included raising the sales tax from 4 to 6 percent, placing a cap on property assessment increas­ es each to 5 percent or the rale of inflation, a reduction in homestead property taxes to six mills and in business, commercial and industrial proper!) to 24 mills, a cut in the state income tax from 4.6 percent to 4.4 percent, it kept the single business tax at 2.35% and increased taxes on cigarettes from 25 cents to 75 cents per pack. Thomapple Kellogg Superintendent Kevin Konarska sees the decision almost ten years ago as a good example of unintended consequences. “When Proposal A passed during the 1993-94 school year, it transferred responsi­ bility for schools to Lansing and away from local con­ trol.” Konarska said. “Then when the legislature tweaked Proposal A. it reduced some of the funds available to sup­ port public education.” Konarska said he believes children don’t gel a chance to redo what they lost due to belt tightening. “If a third-grader only has one year to be the best third grade possible, they lose out when education has been cut back. We can never replace that opportunity ” Thomapple Kellogg has been try ing to keep cuts aw ay from students. The dis­ trict is lucky that it is a growing district, with an additional 67 students this year. Most residents either don’t realize that local dis­ tricts cannot raise millage for operating expenses or think that money raised from “We certainly hope that the governor and the legislature continue to keep K-12 education as their highest priority. Only time will tell how the budget crisis will affect schools.” — Kevin Konarska, TK Superintendent bond issues for construction can be used for operating expenses. Konarska reminds every­ one that operating expenses must come from Lansing. Money raised in bond issues can only be used to complete construction projects. “We certainly hope that the governor and the legisla­ ture continue to keep K-12 education as their highest priority. Only time will tell how the budget crisis will affect schools ” Maple valley Schools Superintendent Clark Volz said. “With Proposal A, funding is based on sales tax. not property taxes In bad times we re not generating the funds we need, but it is a reflection of the society we serve; if our society is in trouble, so are we. We (the public school system) can’t generate a plan that will pro­ tect us from economic diffi­ culties that our society faces, nor should we. If the house­ holds we serve need to make adjustments. then the schools should as well. When there is a downturn in the economy, there is a dow ntum for the pubic agen­ cies involved.” With the move to Proposal A, the state is responsible for providing approximately 80 percent of school funding. Local dis­ tricts cannot ask voters for additional funds (millage) for operating purposes under Proposal A. Superintendent of Hastings Area Schools Christopher Cooley said fig­ ures show a cut as high as $185 to $200 in per-pupil funding. Cooley said with Michigan being a manufac­ turing-based state, it is fac­ ing problems due to busi­ nesses closing, citizens los­ ing jobs and opting to save their money. This means a loss in income lax revenue and a decrease in sales tax revenue. Last year the state cut per pupil funding by $70, but was able to “soften the blow” through alternative resources. Cooley said that this year there is no “wiggle room” and the state doesn’t have any “untapped sources of revenue.” The Hastings Area School System could see a loss of $600,000 in funding, with Cooley stating the “money situation is catastrophic.” Under Proposal A, school districts are provided a guar­ anteed minimum per-pupil level of funding, which has boosted funding for the some poorest districts since 1994. Meanwhile, schools face problems when they lose students and are forced to make budget adjustments. “1 think Proposal A, over the last 10 years, has worked," said Cooley. Even with current budget woes. Proposal A has shown an overall 50 percent increase in funding for pub­ lic schools. "With Proposal A the rev­ enues generated from those industries is spread around, so every district can provide close to the same opportuni­ ties in education. It’s not about paychecks. It’s not about salaries. It’s about opportunities for our chil­ dren,” said Volz, “But. with Proposal A. in good times Continued on pg. 5 In This Issue • Solos, tributes to America mark CMS fall choir concert • Resource Center’s craft show aids senior citizens • Son of Caledonia couple is cadet captain at West Point • Trojans make final home contest special despite loss �Page 2/The Sun and News, MtddtevUe. November »£ 20^3 Solos, tributes to America mark CMS fall choir concert eighth grade choir students in their tribute to America, among other songs. Choir student Tyler Phillips delighted the audi­ ence with his solo of “The Star Spangled Banner by Cathy Rueter Staff Writer Caledonia Middle School Choir Director Nancy TenElshof and her student director. Toni Yax. led the sixth, seventh and The sixth grade choir sang “The Promise of the Garden." which was written by a school teacher. Valerie Crescenz, in the hopes that relating the cycle of life in a garden would help her students understand more about 9/11. (Photo by Austenson Rueter) CMS Choir Director, Nancy TenElshof (left) and her student director, Toni Yax, after the CMS sixth, seventh and eighth grades' fall choir concert. (Photo by Austenson Rueter) The sixth grade male/female mixed choir followed that with “Hello.” “Away to America.” “Off to the Races” and “The Promise of the Garden.” The last of the songs was written by a school teacher. Valerie Crescenz. in hopes that relating the cycle of life in a garden would help her students understand a little bit about the tragedies, triumphs and blessings associated with 9/11. The seventh grade all­ boys choir sang “Gloria,” “Boatman's Stomp” and “Sansa Kroma." having learned not only the music, but the Latin as well. The eighth grade mixed choir took to the risers to sing “For America,” “Grant Us Peace” and a rocking medly of “Back to the Fifties" tunes - com­ plete with “shades.” The combined sixth, sev­ enth and eighth grade choirs asked for the assis­ tance of the audience with The whole eighth grade choir. (Photo by Austenson Rueter) The seventh grade boys choir learned not only the notes for their song, Sansa Kroma, they also had to learn Latin. (Photo by Austenson Rueter) Thornapple Heritage Association to meet Thornapple Arts Council of Members of the Thornapple Heritage Association will hold their regular meeting at Carveth Village at 7 p.m. Thursday, Nov. 13. Most of the meeting will be spent planning the appraisal fair, scheduled for Saturday, Nov. 15, from I to 5 p.m. in the VFW Hall on Main Street in Middleville. Glen Rairigh of Sunfield will bring his deft eyes and hands to the fair, which is a fund-raiser for the Association. Barry County Ninth Annual Saturday. N ov. 1 5th 2003 Middle Villa Inn. Middleville. Ml Champagne • Dinner • Live and Silent AUCDON OF FINE ART. 2004 PONTIAC Vibe automobile and other MERCHANDISE • LAS VEGAS TRAVEL PACKAGE RAFFLE DRAWING For Tickets CALL (269) 945 - 2002 iNDiVDUAL*$35 Couple-$70 AUT0M0BLE FURNISHED BY DRESBACH MOTORS. HASTUGSMI What would a medley of '50s songs be without the prerequisite ‘shades’? (Photo by Austenson Rueter) “On Caledonia.” Yax proved that she can do more than just direct as she used her voice to gift the audience with “God Bless America,” to which the entire audience joined in later. The final song for the evening was “America, the Free” with the combined choirs. There is no admission charge to attend the fair, but there is a $5 fee for items to be appraised with a threeitem limit. Rairigh will not be appraising jewelry, stamps or coins. The TH A will be selling refreshments and member George French says, "We think this will be an exciting and fun day." Applications to join the THA, their book of graduates and historic postcards will be for sale at the appraisal fair. Caledonia American Legion #305 HUNTERS LUNCH Chili and Burgers November 15 Noon until 3:oo p.m. FISH FRY November 21 Starting at 5:30 p.m. $7.50 Air conditioned, remodeled hall for rent, call 891 1882 for details. A j i f £ & �The Sun and News. Middleville. November 11.2003/ Page 3 Page’s Wissink is ‘one cool teacher’ Boys learn to do their steps in the “Sneak Up" dance as the girls watch. Learning about Native American heritage Fifth grade teacher Curt Wissink at Page Elementary School has been selected by WGVU as one of their “cool” teachers. He and the class will be enjoying a pizza party because student Ciera Ward (to the left of Wissink) wrote a really great nomination letter. least expect it on Channel monarch butterflies. by Patricia Johns Ciera and her class will 35. Staff Writer Wissink. along with What happens when have a pizza party to cele­ teachers Mike you take 24 lively fifth brate Wednesday, Nov. Page and Dirk grade minds in a class­ 19, and the class will Hodges room, some chess boards, probably combine that Vandiver, runs the “Page one slightly older with just a little chess.The Storm” after school chess teacher’s mind and a great party will be taped and club and they encourage students probably will sec students to play chess dur­ principal and school? You get one "cool: themselves when they ing their breaks. teacher" recognized from ,6oo6bo6ooc>600o6oooooo6oooooooofeoooo6o^ a school bursting with stu­ dents and teachers filled with ideas and learning. Ciera Ward, a fifth­ grader at Page ff()£ MainSf. Elementary, sent a letter Middleville • 795* ^¥8 recently to the WGVU public television station nominating her teacher, Hours: Sun.-Thurs. 12-10 pm Curt Wissink, for this honor. She described the Fri. & Sat. 12-11pm science experiments they DVD, VHS & Game Rentals do in class, including fig­ uring out magic tricks. Movie Reservations She also enjoys the 2 Day Rental on Sunday on all Rentals Fourth grade students shared what they had learned writing workshops where from student assistant teacher Katie Allerding about they can choose their top­ Every 20'" Rental EREE native American culture with other students at Page. ics and she has really been Locally Owned Some students wore tradi­ excited about raising 0657WM J 1 Family Trax Oidea tional dress to the assem­ bly which used the new stage. A highlight of the assembly was teaching the “Sneak Up" dance to their fellow students. Trend Forecasting V Intriguing look in kair coloring and design through knowledge, vision & passion. Studio 8atoft. Ifie Blood drive set at St. Paul The Red Cross will have a blood drive at St. Paul Lutheran Church in Caledonia on Monday, Nov. 17. from 3 to 7 p.m. St. Paul is located at 8436 Kraft Ave. SE. Local Red Cross officials say consistent blood dona lions are needed to maintain the supply. When asked, seven out of 10 people believe the American Red Cross plays a strong rote in saving lives by collecting and distributing blood But of those same 10 people, asked if they will give blood in the next 12 months, almost half will say it's not in their plans. Blood donors must be at least 17 years old, weigh 110 pounds oc more, and be in good general health For further information, call St. Paul at (616) 8918688 Just West Oft M-37 10197 Gdrbow Rd..Middleville Cree e HOURS: Mon.-Fri. 9:00 am to 6:00 pm; Saturday 9:00-4:00 Our florist can help make any occasion special. We deliver Fresh Bouquets • Dried Flower Arrangements Balloons • Gifts • House Plants Weddings, Funerals, Birthdays, Anniversaries Floral Shop 269-795-0239 Phone: 269-795-7674 Mttnter of me Petefwuoi Ptant �Page 4/The Sun and News. Middleville. November 11. 2003 Participants sought in countywide decorating contest Local residents and businesses in the Middleville. Thomapple. Irving, Freeport, and Yankee Springs areas can help create a county wide "Holly Jolly Christmas*’ this year by participating in the annual decorating contest sponsored by the Barry County Area Chamber of Commerce. Any resident who wants to have his or her home judged on December 4 and 5 must obtain a contest form. Applications are available by calling the chamber office at 9455424. Parade applications are available at the cham­ ber offices. Businesses have it just a little easier. As long as they are located in the core downtown area. their building’s decorations will be judged by a qualified group of people who know the area well. Businesses will be judged by representatives of the Barry County Law Enforcement Team. Businesses which are out LOCAL CHURCH DIRECTORY ALASKA BAPTIST CHURCH Serving a Living Lord A Lit inn Church Morning Worship 930 a m. Fellowship Time ............................10 35 a m. Sunday School . 10:50 a m Evening Praise................................. 6.00 p.m. WEDNESDAY Family Night 6 00 p.m 7240 68th Street. SE - Caledonia 2 miles east of M-37 Pastor, Dr Brian /■' Harrison Youth Pastor Kevin Stiles ( II « H I a place to belong I! CHURCH a place to become (Contemporary, Casual, Non-denommabonal) Sunday Morning Worship 9 30 8 11 00 a m. 8175 Broadmoor Caledonia Rc\ Michael Stowell, lead Pastor Rev David Moorhead, Assoc. Pastor Joe Cipcic, Worship leader Denny Houma. Youth Pastor Church Office 616 891 0287 Visit our web site www.brightside.org CALEDONIA CHBIST1AN REFORMED CHURCH "A ( hurch * ith a < anng heart for our FIRST BAPTIST CHURCH OF MIDDLEVILLE M-37. north of Middleville • ”95-9726 Brute V Stewart. Senior Pastor Tim A. Vine. AmL PaMor Youth Douglas G. Beason. Visitation Pastor Gary Weaver. Music Minister Pastor David Stew art. CF. ( hildren * Pastor Sunday School Sunday Morning Wxuship Service Sunday Evening Service Wednesday Mid Week Prayer Word of Lafe Gubs 945 a m . 11 00 a.m. 6.90 p m. 645 p.m. 6:45 p.m. 908 W. Main Street (Missouri Synod) Worship....................................... 9 30 a m. Sunday School.........................11:00 a.m. Adult Bible Class........................ 11:00 a.m. Ret E. Anthony Stkora Church: (616) 795-2391 GRACE UNITED REFORMED CHURCH community and the world" Proclaiming the Whole Counsel of Cod Services at 9:30 a m. and 6 p.m. Rev. R. Scott Greenway, Pastor Jack Dejong. Pastor of Worship & Adult Ed. JoAnne DeBlaay. Youth Director Al Tiemeyer. Community Calling 9255 84th Street, Alto. Ml 49302 CALEDONIA HOLY FAMILY CATHOLIC CHURCH One mile east of Whitneyville Rd 10:00 a m. 11:15 a.m. 6:00 p.m YOU ARE INVITED Rev. Tom DeVries, Pastor - 795-9901 Rev. Dave LeBlanc, Pastor Meeting you. your friends, and your family right where you 're at. Phone 891-9259 GUN LAKE COMMUNITY CHURCH Sunday Worship 900 am or I0J0 im. Wednesday Worship 6.30 p.m. 264-795-■’903 1664 N. M-37 Highway Middleville. Ml 49333 • 945-1555 Located near the comer of M-37 and McCann Service Times: Sunday School............................ '.................9:45 a.m. Morning Worship...................................... 1100 a.m. Evening Worship...................................... 6:00 p.m. Youth Group:............................... 6:00 p.m. Sunday Midweek 7:00 p.m. Wed. 9:30 a.m. Thurs. ew Life RISTIAN CHURCH 10 AM Sunday Morning 3449 - 76th St. S.E., Caledonia 698-9660 A Church for today s world Spirit-filled family Church. ®:i)e {Eime jSletljoliiSt QDIjurclj 5590 Whitneyville Ave., S.E. Alto. Ml 49302 Nov. 16: Twenty-third Sunday after Pentecost Sermon Topic "The King's Directions ’ 8:45 am. and 10:30 a m. Worship Services 10:30 am Children's Sunday School t Nursery Available Throughout) Rev Norman Kohns. Pastor (616) 891-8167 Church Office 616-891 -8669 Fav 89)8648 • uww caledon mu me ocg Praise Singing 10 50 a m Monung Worship HOGaun. Wed Felhmship 7:30 p m Pastor EG Frizzell Church Ph. 616^68-6810 • Pastor's Ph 6i64t97-6’4<> 1 mile west of M-37 Traditional Service Acoustic Praise 8r Worship Service 8:30 AM 11.00 AM St Paul Lutheran Church Wednesday Mid-Week at the Oasis . .7.00 PM Sunday School A- Adult Bible Study 9:4S AM All Services have a Nurserq available • Barrier Free Pastor Robert Gerke • Pastor David Ziehr SS. CYRIL and METHODIUS CHURCH 159 131st Avenue Phone (269) 792-3543 Worship Times: Saturday................... 4:00 p.m Mass Sunday...................... 9:30 a m Mass Weekdays: Wednesday..............7:30 p.m Mass Thursday & Friday..... 9:30 a.m. Mass THORNAPPLE BIBLE Cl ILIRC I I Preaching the Living Word Send ng Ihe Risen Lord Sunday School ........................ 9:30 am. Sunday Morning Worship 10 50 a m (Jr. Church & Nursery available.) Currently meeting at: Emmons Like Elementary 8950 Kraft SE, Caledonia Rec. Dennis Ross Church: (616) 868-7425 UNITED METHODIST CHURCHES Middleville - Parmelee Rev. Royle Bailard, Pastor Phone 868-6437 Church Office Phone: 795-9266 ^CHURCH Lakeside A Place for kamth A I nendv 6201 Whitnevvilk Avenue. Allo CHRISTIAN REFORMED Contemporary Worship Sunday School tor All Ages Evening Worship Pasuw Rager Buluum • Church Office uruw lakcsadecommurury org 9:30 a.m. 10 45 a.m 600 p.m 868-0391 Located tn LxigiMoc Township Corner Of 2nd Street and 14 2nd Avenue Suntirs Mumsig Acrdhp 9.45 a.nv Missouri Sqnod Rev Lee Zachman WfFAREK 8146 68th St., near Whrtneyvie Ave Church School. Sunday St Paul Lutheran Church Comer of 84th St and Kraft in Caledonia Middleville UMC is temporarily meeting at: 9266 Parmelee Road 9:30 a.m............. Sunday School 11:00 a.m.............. Worship Hour Website www umcmiddtevile.org * uu guniakevE-mmunity church.ore Community of O}ri$t Leighton Church ALASKA CONGREGATION Hrdwrufay Service: 6 W P.M. Evening Prayer Pt Rev David T Hustwtek Rec w Ctwcri 2tr> 79S237O 9ee>av 26*<M8 ’ hhv erveftjeek nM/<huch/ax>e*mjr Sunday School...10:00 am. Morning Worship...11:00 am. Evening Worship...6:00 p.m. Wednesday Prayer Meeting...7:00 p.m. “7 CALEDONIA £| ’ UNITED METHODIST 250 Vine Street <M-37 to Emmons to Vine • 2415 McCann Rd. (1 mm ow M-37 in Ibving) s( .V’.U ^LRYlCLIlMLh 9. 15 AM Monung Pram • 1 Mto A M Hob Communion Office Phone 891-8688 • www.StPaulCaledoniaxirq GUN LAKE COMMUNITY CHURCH & PRESCHOOL Kraft Avenue at Johnson Street Sunday Mass . .9:00 a.m. & 11:00 atm. Morning Worship Service Sunday School Evening Worship Service Sunday School for ages 3 yr. thru 6th grade: Sr. High. Sun. 6:30 pm Jr. High. Sun. 6:30 pm Rev P Adams Phone 891-8440 12200 WeM M-179 Highway (Chief Noonday R<>adl Wayland. Ml 49348 Saturday Evening Mass ... .5:00 p.m. 708 W. Main Street Middleville Good Shepherd Wesleyan Church Lutheran Church Sunday Worship ............................ 9:30 a m. and 6:00 p.m. (Child & Adult) (During the School Year) Church Office: (616) 891-1512 M 37 at 100th St. MIDDLEVILLE CHRISTIAN REFORMED of the main downtown area and who would like to have their decorations judged can call the BCACC to leave their address. AJGaja Tradmon^ ilWam Cecaemporary School for AB Age$und»’< Belong Semcr RT Friends Pnr-Sthooi-Sth i sept Apr. 1000 am tfcOG p.m 6-30 pm RA> TU9TNSEND Fxskx 9Q2S • www Jq^Mondaurch-cxg Now meeting at: Thornapple-Kellogg School Auditorium Worship — 10:00 a.m. Rev. Dr. Jack Doorlag. Interim Minister Nursery &. children’s activities available For more information. (616) 891-8119 or www.peacechurch.ee Redeemer Covenant Church —Lighting Up Lives for God— Sunday Worship 930 am Christian Education HourlLWam Wednesday Family Night 5:45-8:00 pm Pafiot Paul M Hilinun Vouth Pastor David Erikson 6951 Hanru Laie Avenue, Cakttona 6166984Hl.il miermer9nsen.net www.ndGanenovenant.org .4 uuwhtr dthe kwngrihai Gmmaut OmKhts d Munca Community Church Finding the Way Together? An informal, contemporary church committed to our community. Sunday Worship is at 10:00am in Caledonia Middle School’s cafeteria. Everyone is welcome! Pastor: Rev. Josh Blunt Contact our Dutton office at (616) 65-65 WAY Check our web site www: wayfarerccMg whitneyville” church 8546 Whitneyvife A/e of 84th St. • 89 ’ -8661 Bible “The Chunh where everybody is sumebodv... .. and Jesus is Lord" Meeting at Caledonia High School Sunday School 9.30a.m. Sunday Momrg Worship TWOam Meeting at chape; on WMnewtfe Ave Sunday Eveang Woahp 600p.m Wed IWdweek Prayer & Bible Study 700 p.m ftev Thoma Suys. Pasta • <ev. kr Sasha. Assoc Pastor WeOsfe ^rneyMleObie ag �The Sun and News. Middleville. November 11. 2003/ Page 5 Alex Robinson nominated Rotary Student of Month Donna von der Hoff, math and computer science instructor at Thomapple Kellogg High School, nomi­ nated senior Alex Robinson, son of Daniel and Patricia Robinson of Middleville, as Rotary Student of the Month for October Alex was chosen for his outstanding achievements in academics, athletics, and the arts. “Alex is an exemplary, academically motivated stu­ dent maintaining a high overall grade point average in a rigorous college prepara­ tory curriculum." said von der Hoff He is an independent study student concentrating on AP calculus and AP computer science, as well as other topics during the same hour, in athletics, he has been a four-year member of the cross-country team, served as co-captain this year, and has tested his abili- -------------------------------------- Alex Robinson ty on the tennis court. Alex is very active in the arts. He has been a member of several musical ensem­ bles. including the high school marching band, where he serves as drum major, the jazz band, and the honors choir. Besides Eiserman-Manning wed Tiffany Brett Eiserman of Montague and Rustin Alan Manning of Montague were married Aug. 6. 2003 at Liberty Mountain Resort. Carroll Valley. PA. Parents of the couple are Rick and Carmen Eiserman of Sharpsburg. GA and Roger and Mary Manning of Alto. Ml. Matron of honor was Stacy Drum. Bridesmaids were Anita Foss. Jessica Smith and Kelly Eiserman. Best man was Eric Fleischmann. Groomsmen were Ben Green. Chris Snoap. and Brandon Eiserman. music, he enjoys acting and has performed in several school plays and musicals. In addition to all of this. Alex still finds time to do community service. He has been a member of the ’Young Neighbors in Action’ outreach program, has traveled to Chicago to St Elizabeth Catholic Church to help with both manual labor and the children in the free da> care program, has assist­ ed with vacation Bible school, and has performed clown ministry at various nursing homes. Future plans include pursu­ ing a music education major at Western Michigan University, beginning in the fall of 2004. Local Musician teaches violin Zach Tolan graduated from Thomapple Kellogg High School in 2003. That year he also started teaching violin to local students. Now that he is a student at Grand Valley State University working toward a divinity degree, he is continuing to teach private lessons. Students also meet once a week for an ensemble lesson. Here Tolan and his students get together to play together Proposal 4, continued from page 1 and in bad. we are still mov­ ing toward equity for our public schools. In bad times everyone is going to suffer. But Proposal A is still a move toward equity for all districts." Proposal A also has pro­ vided a way to equally dis­ tribute funds so that no dis­ trict is left behind. Assistant Superintendent of luikewood Schools Dave Doozan said that Proposal A did help close the gap between the rich and poor districts in the slate. Doozan said that there still is about a 2 to 1 difference between the high and low end scale of district funds, but Proposal A has helped narrow the differ­ ence. Doozan noted that under the old system of property taxes, wealthier school dis­ tricts would pass millages during slow economic times and poorer districts that could not raise funds would be left even farther behind. “It was predicted that when the economy was good. Proposal A would be good.” Doozan said, “But it (Proposal A) falls short when the economy is bad.” With less money coming in schools are forced to make cuts in creative and neces­ sary ways. This includes teacher layoffs, shortened school days and school movie OUTPOST years, pay-to-play programs for athletics and extra-curric­ ular activities and the gener­ al stretching of limited funds. During hard economic times programs like Proposal A are pushed even further under the microscope. “When things get bad. as they are now. people need a scapegoat," said Cooley. At time of press, officials from Delton-Kellogg Schools could not be reached for comment. Check out what’s happening @ Brightside... Our new message series for November is: “Praying the World’s Greatest Prayer” Come and learn how to have more powerful prayers! Sundays @ Brightside Community Church VIDIO SUPERSTORE Services: 9:30 am and 11 am Open Weekdays 10 am to 11 pm & midnight on Fri. & Sat. Location: 8175 Broadmoor Ave. SE (Between 76th and 84th streets on M-37) Glen Valley Retail Center M-37 891-9303 5-DAY RENTALS All Movies and Games Entire Month of November! Our way of saying... Informal -- Childcare provided -- Refreshments served Convenient parking -- Friendly people -- Relevant Message Questions? Call 891-0287 �Page 6/The Sun and News. Middleville. November 11. 2003 Kristin Seaman selected as TK DAR Good Citizen by Patricia Johns Staff Writer Kristin Seaman has been selected as the 2003 Good Citizen for the Daughters of the American Revolution at Thomapple Kellogg High School. The award was established by the DAR to recognize and encourage outstanding young people in pursuit of high ideals. TK Principal Ellen Zack says. “Seaman was chosen for her outstanding qualities of leadership, dependability, service and patriotism.” Seaman wrote an essay. “Our American Heritage and Our Responsibility for Preserving It” as part of her application for this award. Last year students in all the Thomapple Kellogg schools raised money to help the The essay begins. “America Middleville Lions Club help support the cost of a leader dog. Students brought in more is a multi-cultural and than $3000. This year’s campaign began with Phillip Ogle, chief development officer diverse nation that believes for Leader dogs for the blind, presenting Greg Pope, food service director with a plaque which will be on display at the middle school. Pictured from left are Ogle. Pope. Jerry and Donna Stagray from the Middleville Lions Club. Coins for Kids begins this year Kristin Seaman strongly in democracy, civil liberties and freedom.” The essay notes historical events and the importance of “heritage.” but more impor­ tantly Seaman says. “Our heritage keeps growing with every new citizen and every major event faced by the American people." She believes that “a well educated citizen’ will learn through school their heritage and the heritage of their ancestors. We need to insure that every citizen has a sense of American heritage.” Seaman will be vying w ith other students from across the state in the Michigan DAR Good Citizen competi­ tion. Michigan's finalists will be honored and awarded a scholarship. The Michigan DAR Good Citizen then will compete with winners from other states to be selected as the National DAR Good Citizen. The winner of that compe­ tition also receives a scholar­ ship. CHS 2003 grads ‘A is for Excellence’ renewed in Middleville earn AP awards "A is for Excellence" is beginning its third year at Thomapple Financial Center and Money Concepts of Middleville The program is a means of reaching out to the commu­ nity to acknowledge academ­ ic excellence and is open to all Thomapple Kellogg stu­ dents in fourth through 12th grades. For every "A" a student receives on his or her report card, they will be able to enter a drawing for gift cer­ tificates to restaurants, the movies, music and toy stores, as well as other fun places. Students need to bring their report cards to Thomapple Financial Center in order to enter. They can enter the drawing for up to two weeks following the last day report cards come out. On Tuesday. Nov. 25, a name will be drawn for each of three schools, Page Want to Christmas shop without traffic, crowds, high prices? fLAJ.R 4 GIFTS on the web at: www.fl»ir4gifts,ngt Elementary, the middle school and the high school. The winners will be announced with recognition and prizes given. In addition, all entries will be eligible for an annual grand prize. “This is just a small way to let the students in our com­ munity know that we are proud of them in their endeavors of academic excellence,” said Cheryl Mosey of Money Concepts. “Students and their parents are encouraged to stop by our office” Tuesday, Wednesday or Thursdays from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. at 111 South Broadway, Middleville, or call with any questions at 269-795-3387 or 1-800-795-3287. Money Concepts Financial Planning Centers are associated with Money Concepts International and Money Concepts Capital Corp, a broker dealer and member of the NASD and SIPC. Together they provide insurance, investment, and financial planning services to thousands of families world­ wide. more than 14,000 second- merited the recognition of by Cathy Rueter ary school worldwide’ who AP Scholar. Staff Writer Three 2003 Caledonia graduates are busy thank­ ing their lucky stars that they took those college­ level Advanced Placement FTogram tests over the past few years. CHS recently was informed that the three graduates of the year 2003, Michelle Bennett. Caroline Nelsen and William Pentecost, were AP Scholar recipients, meaning that they "received grades of 3 or higher on three or more AP exams on fullyear courses (or the equiva­ lent)." Bennett, Nelsen and Pentecost each scored the required three or more in CalculusAB, English Lit and Composition and United States History. Randy Fryling (on left) created this school store cart Though students do not receive any monetary for Page Elementary School. His son Matt helped him award from the College with the project and then paid for with his own money, a Board, the AP Scholar dis­ money box for the school store. Randy also created a tinction is testimony to new cart for the popcorn machine Page principal Brad hard work and dedication Warren says, “Students in Dirk Vandiver's, Curt when mentioning the award Wissink’s and Mike Hodges’ classrooms have been on a resume or application. working on this project. Students selected the items to According to informa­ tion provided by the be sold, including pencils, pens and chess supplies. I College Board and CHS, will be interviewing students who want to work in the “The College Board’s store." The Page School Store began the week of Nov Advanced Placement 10. Program offers students the opportunity to take chal­ lenging college-level courses while still in high school, and to receive col­ lege credit, advanced place­ Bod thing* happen to good people. thing* like divorce, ment, or both for successful bankruptcy repo*se*.*ions, foretlocure, chargeofl*, medical bills, job Lom and more Have you been to 10 performance on the AP auto dealership* or more and received 10 dr-mais or Exams.” more? Want a late model cat. SUV or truck? The exams were taken in can GAVIN SALES May of this year after they today toll free 1 (888) 404 2846 and ask Mt about oar completed their college­ yuaranlod credit approval level courses. CHS Thu u not a "buy here pay here' or rent to own program. your new vehicle U titled in your name and financed by national received word of the auto lender* Good stable people with cash down payment and awards in October a good stable K>b apply today?!! Call 1 (888) 804 2846 and ask how you can get your guaran­ It seems that Bennett, teed credit approval and dnve a late model car truck or SUV. Nelsen and Pentecost are in All credit applications accepted regardless of past credit Mstory. the (almost) 15 percent of Call GAVIN SALES today!!! 1 (888) 404 2846 the more than one million high school students in Dad and son donate to Page School Store �The Sun and News. Mtddleville. November 11. 2003/ Page 7 Ethyle L. (Lash) Johnson LOUISVILLE. KY Ethyle L. (Lash) Johnson, age 80. of Louisville. KY died Thursday. Oct. 30. 2003 at North Suburban Hospital in Louisville. She was bom in Mishawaka. IN on Dec. 15. 1922 the daughter of the late Wesley M. and Edyth (Fox) Tifft. She was married to Edwin H. Lash on Oct. 24. 1946 He died July 3. 1957. She lived in Middleville for several years where she was very active in the youth activities of the Middleville Baptist Church. She was married to Robert James Johnson on June 17. 1960. He died on Aug. 19. 1972. She is survived by three children. John Lash. Coralie (Lash) Seymour. and Richard Johnson; six grand­ children; four great grand­ children; two brothers. Don Tifft of Jackson and Bill Tifft of Miamisburg. OH. Funeral services were Wednesday. Nov. 5. 2003 at the funeral home Bunal was in Mendon Cemetery. Memorials may be direct­ ed to a charity of the donor’s choice. Arrangements were made by Eickhoff Funeral Home. Mendon. ____________________________________________ Horton P. Dennis Mr. Horton P. Dennis, age 92. most recently a resident of the Luther Home family, went to be with his Lord on Sunday. Nov. 2. 2003. He was preceded in death by his beloved wife. Alice, of 64 years; his loving daughter. Mary Schultz; his parents. Wesley and Maude Dennis; and two sisters. Virgil Schmuker and Ed ward inc Ayers. Surviving are his children. Timothy and Dorothy Dennis of Caledonia; Patrick and friend Jeannie of Fairfax Station. Virginia; Michael and Judy Dennis of Phoenix. Arizona; Paul and Barb Dennis of Walker; Maureen and Ken Gaynor of Coloma; Jeannie and Pete Sowle of Leavenworth. Kansas; son-in-law. Thomas Schultz of Kentwood; two sisters-in-law. Frances Hoogterp and Dorothy Horgan; 18 grandchildren. Laurie. Denise. Rick. Shari. Steve. Sue. Linda. Bob. Cindy. Beth. Cathy. Missy. Ted. Kevin. Colleen. Andrea. Brian and Hilary; 24 great-grandchildren; and one great-great-grandchild. Horton was very active in St. Francis Xavier Catholic Church for over 50 years. He was an involved sports fan who coached his children and others in track and bas­ ketball for over 20 years. He also was an athletic recruiter for the United States Naval Academy for over a decade. Horton retired from P.B. Gast and Sons. He was a devoted family man and will be remembered by family and friends as an individual who had a won­ derful sense of humor, the gift to gab. and a true giving spirit. A Mass of Christian Burial was celebrated for Mr. Dennis on Wednesday. Nov. 5. 2003 at Holy Family Catholic Church. Caledonia. Fr. David IxBlanc was cele­ brant. The family suggests memorial contributions be made to Luther Home. Arrangements w».re by Matthysse-Kuiper-DeGraaf Funeral Home. Caledonia. TK Students of the Month announced Students of the Month for October have been chosen at Thomapple Kellogg High School. Shown here are (front row. from left) Chris Harkness, Ryan McMahon, Mike Texter, Sarah Near, Jessika Reil, Jamie Hester, (second row) Kerrie Schultz, Ashley Aspinall, Chelsey Strumberger, Kristen Kidder. John Schnittker, Joe Fein, Ashlee Burns, Todd Bronsink, Adam Pratt, (back row) Matt Palmer. Nicholas Roskam. David Finkbeiner, Holly Edwards, Tuesday Howell and Heather Westra Not pictured are Kristin Seaman and Melanie Warner. TK PTO will meet Thursday The next general meeting of the Thomapple Kellogg PTO will be on Thursday. Nov. 13 at 7 p.m. It will be held in the Spanish room at the middle school. Ainsworth. Dave (Char) The membership in the Ainsworth. Fred (Linda) Thomapple Kellogg Parent Ainsworth; 18 grandchil­ Teacher Organization is dren; 29 great-grandchildren; open to parents of children in seven great-great-grandchil­ grades kindergarten through dren; her sisters, Evelyn 8. Fields. Marge (Harold) On the agenda will be Teeter. Lillian (Ted) Kass, results of the elementary Mary (Frank) Steed; her sis­ fundraiser and a discussion ters-in-law and brother-in- of ways to encourage more law. Linda (Carrol) Ardema, parents to be active in the Ursella Ainsworth. Ellen Moomey. John Smith. George Maddox; numerous nieces and nephews includ­ ing a special niece. Sharon Collins; and special friends, the Kokmeyer family. The funeral service was held Friday. Nov. 7, 2003 at Stroo Funeral Home. Pastor Mick Funderburg officiated. Interment was in Chapel Hill Memorial Gardens. Memorial contributions may be given to Barry Community Hospice. Arrangements were by Stroo Funeral Home. 1095 68th Street. S.E.. Grand Rapids. Martha Ainsworth-------------------------------------MIDDLEVILLE - Mrs. Martha Ainsworth, age 90, of Middleville, went to be with her Lord Tuesday, Nov. 4, 2003. She was preceded in death by her husband, Carl; her brothers. John. Henry, Harold, Richard. George Moomey; and a sister. Dorie Maddox. She is survived by her sons, Carl (Mary) Ainsworth. James (Joyce) Give a memorial that can go on forever... A gift to the Barry Community Foundation is used to help fund activities throughout the county in the name of the person you designate. 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November 11, 2003 Resource Center's craft show aids senior citizens Caledonia Resource Center Prime Timers Katie Casteel and Francis Bums show off this year's quilt project that was exhibited and raffled during the craft show Nicki DeVries of Caledonia was the recipient of this year’s quilt. Proceeds help to purchase more material to make more quilts for veterans, Pennock Hospital, burned out fami­ lies, etc. The Prime Timeis are always accepting new help and quitting material. They assure anyone that would like to join them that sewing is not a necessity. Gerry Fairbrother (front), Mary Willyard (back left) and Donna Johnson, all from the Caledonia Women’s Club, seem pleased with the results of their bake sale. Proceeds help the CWC’s scholarship fund. Kayla and Chad Kelch live in Caledonia, but were helping their mom, Debra, show off some of the weathervanes available at her business, E-Z Vane in Middleville. The foam bow and arrows were a big hit as well. Aleta Littell, of Alto, has turned her vision of the world into more than just a pass­ ing hobby with “Aleta’s View." Littell has framed artwork, gift boxes, cards and more. Tax Headaches?? C&K Business Services may have the • Stop on inJbr your IJreefinancial : analysis. We’ll • provide a detailed > report on hotvyou • can start saving : money today! CPA | ♦Individual Tax ♦Business Tax ♦Financial Planning ♦Bookkeeping ♦Payroll Processing ♦Financial Statements ♦Accounting Software C & K Business Services LLC Tel: 616-891-5789 612 West Main Street Caledonia. Ml 49316 by Cathy Rueter Staff Writer The annual Caledonia Craft Show last Saturday had plenty of unique crafts, won­ derful aromas and tempting buys. The Caledonia Resource Center hosted the show for the many crafters. Proceeds from the event are designated for the CRC Senior Citizens program. Take a camera’s eye-view of just a feu of the booths and crafters that were avail­ able this year. Sarah Thompson is a Silpada Designs consult­ ant. The jeweiry has been making a hit in the area for awhile now. �The Sun and News. Middleville. November 11. 2003/ Page 9 Thornapple Township Board working on job description issues A favorite booth for many was the Caledonia-Dutton Pack 3202 sale of popcorn during this time of year as one of their top fund-raisers. Shown (from left) are Taylor Nietling, fourth grade; Jesse Nietling, third; Grant Pell, fourth and Darien Hamed, fourth grade. All four boys attend Caledonia Elementary. Pack Community Chairman Eric Nietling joins them in the photo. The Thomapple Township Board met Nov. 5 to discuss upcoming activities, prob­ lems and other issues. One of the tasks ahead dis­ cussed by boiard members was the need for job descrip­ tions for the township’s deputy clerk, deputy treasur­ er. emergency services chief and assistant chief and recep­ tionist Board member Pat Harrison asked the board to take "baby steps" and "don’t settle for mediocre’ in the process. He and Supervisor Don Boysen plan to work on job descriptions, perform­ ance evaluations and person­ nel manual Meanwhile, the board doesn't know w hat the results of the budget process will be at the state level. Members are aware that revenue shar­ ing cuts are coming, but just don’t know how much. Clerk Susan Vlietstra asked the board to look at the cost of health insurance and Reach over 11,000 area homes with an ad in the Sun & News. Call 945-9554 to place your ad today. work out some long range plans. Trustee Mike Kelly encouraged the council to begin dialogue with employ­ Vlietstra and Treasurer Deb Buckowing told their colleagues on the board that they may be bringing differ- ent staffing levels up for dis­ cussion with the next budget. Trustees discussed the progress of the new emer­ gency services building. They will add some audio visual equipment to the meeting room and work to install the fitness equipment in the exercise room. Chief Mark Marentette explained that exercise equipment will help keep the firefighters and other person­ nel more fit to be better able to respond to emergencies. The next quarterly meet­ ing will be in December. FREE MARKET I I I mith iamond I I ----------------SOUTHOFFICE I g£ | „2222 I 8980 N. RODGERS DR., CALEDONIA, Ml I I CALEDONIA - JUST LISTEDI This I home is nothing less than exquisite! It has sq. ft. finished above grade with an I 4500 expandable, daylight basement. 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Main, Caledonia 891-8108 ALL BIRD FEEDERS AND SUET 20% Off Sale Thru Nov 15th ONLY I I I I I I I I I I I I I I I I I I I I I I �Page 10/The Sun and News, Middleville. November 11, 2003 Son of Caledonia couple is cadet captain at West Point Caledonia Cadet Ian Fleischmann was appointed one of 40 Cadet Captains in August at the Unital States Military Academy at West Point. Now ninth in rank. Captain Fleischmann was named information services officer and will be in charge of the 1.100 computers of the Third Regiment in the Corps of Cadets Fleischmann also was rec­ ognized with his third con­ secutive Superintendent’s Award for distinguished aca­ demic. military and physical performance, ranking him in the top 5% of his class. The award consists of a gold star and wreath Besides taking 20 semes­ ter or more hours of comput­ IS I HA I (4 L PI I IL TOU I IS I WITH miH ANYTHING? AH APPRAISAL FAIR OF ANTIQUES AHL COLLECTIBLES Fleischmann with debate trophies. 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Cadet Will Felder, took first place over­ all against about west coast "powerhouse" colleges and universities, including Arizona State, U of Texas at Austin. Southern Utah, U of California at Berkeley, USC, San Francisco State, Pepperdine, Fresno City YOUR ONE STOP WATER STORE BEST PRICE, QUALITY, SERVICE College and Gonzaga. Participation in debate requires leaving every other Friday night for a different college around the nation and returning on Sunday. The debate season includes nine tournaments during the fall semester and seven in the spring. The 12 members of the Army debate team ended the 2002-2003 season ranked eighth nationally. Fleischmann's third year at West Point began Aug. 12 when he joined his class­ mates in the affirmation cer­ emony for the Class of 2004. In this short ceremony, the class members take the for­ mal oath of allegiance to the United States and agree to serve five years in the mili­ tary after graduation. Fleischmann during the cadet year contributed to the “unofficial” West Point humor web site at ww w.cen­ terstall.com. The "Joe, First Captain." spring parody of the “Joe Millionaire” televi­ sion show did, however, result in a congressional inquiry and temporary sus­ pension of the site. Fleischmann was selected to contribute to the spring “100th Night” show, which is a Broadway-type show put on by the seniors to remem- his her and reflect on the KM) days until graduation. Fleischmanns th roe-week January 2003 “Military Intercession” focused on offense and defense ground maneuver warfare, using tanks as a model. Then 500th Night (nights until gradua­ tion) rounded out the w inter months with a formal dance and activities. The summer months saw Fleischmann detailed a month to Seattle. Wash., as an intern at the Microsoft Corporation. He also spent a month shadowing a basic training instructor at Ft. Sill. Ala., and two weeks at the University of Vermont for debate seminars. The Class of 2004 mem­ bers received their West Point rings in August. As captain. Fleischmann is now authorized to wear a Sword with his uniform. He has been notified he will be assigned to Military Intelligence. Aviation, or Engineering Branch after graduation. Fleischmann graduated from South Christian High School in 2000, was a mem­ ber of the 1999 state runnerup football team, and an Eagle Scout. He is studying computer science, languages and military leadership at West Point. He is expected to graduate in 2004 and be commissioned a second lieu­ tenant in the U.S. Army. He is the son of Frederick and Dr. Shirley Fleischmann of Caledonia. Call for Sun & News classified ads Phone 269-945-9554 24 Hours a Day-7 Days a Week Reach over 11,000 area homes 2002 Chew SILVERADO JI M f AiWjWWW 2500 HD. bedliner. 5th wheel \ rails, low miles, snow plow “ J fl SatePrie. Bill Seif Chevrolet Buick -. «HAirwae ****** <a»2»Ma �The Sun and News. Mridlevtlte. 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The hearing will consider both the rezoning from ag to R-2 and for a PUD with underlying R-2 zoning, if the first request is recommend­ ed The Village Council will make the final decision. Several commissioners visited other neo-traditional housing developments, sug­ gested as examples of the kind of housing to be built in Caledonia, by developers Bob and John Tol if the proj­ ect is approved. Homes are expected to sell for around $140,000. The developers conceded they had not previously built a neo-traditional community for people to look at. They also have not constructed housing that blends into his­ toric settings. Some of these communi­ ties are Mason Run. Bailey's Cove, River Run and Cobblestone, which resi­ dents may still visit before the public hearing if they choose. Call the village office for more information. The developers in May, originally proposed a com­ munity of 140 units, a densi­ ty much objected to by resi­ dents. Commissioner McNeilly said he thought there was to be a reduction of the number of homes. The developers still thought 151 lots were allowed by the zoning ordi­ nance. as long as the required amount of green space was included. Many aspects, lot size, yard setbacks, and street widths are related to the den­ sity proposed. The existing pond area is to be retained, but cleaned out. and deepened to retain more water. Trees are to be left in as natural a state as possible. A central area of the development is to be a park. Commissioner Sharon Mortenson said she liked the location of the park and said the layout made it a very walkable community. Village Manager Sandra Ayers asked developers to consider leaving an opening large enough to include a rail-trail detour off Kinsey Street. Apparently there is still difficulty finding an acceptable solution, for trail users to safely bypass the congested downtown area. That option might follow Main to Short Street and across and through the Kinsey development in the future, although this idea is only being explored and not planned at this point. The street has been com­ pletely redesigned since the original proposal with a cen­ tral rectangular street pattern with three outlets, one across from Maple Street on Kinsey, one near Lake. and a third onto 100th This is planned for the last phase of construction, expected not to occur for four or five years. The present plan has only one cul-de-sac, and other streets connect so traffic flows and accessibility with­ in the development are NOTICE VILLAGE OF MIDDLEVILLE * * BARRY COUNTY, MICHIGAN FILING DEADLINE FOR CANDIDATES FOR VILLAGE OFFICES A Candidate who wishes to seek a non-partisan position on the Village of Middleville Council must file a nominating petition and Affidavits of identity no later than 4 00 p.m. on Tuesday, November 25. 2003 The minimum number of signatures required is 6 with a maximum of 20 The General Election will be held on March 8 2004 The Offices of Village President (two-year term), Three Trustees (four-year termV And One Trustee (two-year term) will be filled. Petitions and Affidavit forms can be obtained at the Village Hall. 100 E Mam Street. Middleville Ml 49333 Office hours are Monday through Friday. 9:00 a m -500 pm. Rhonda L. Fisk Village Cleric improved, which commis­ sioners liked. The 60-foot right of way is not standard, but was pro­ posed as a way to 'allow larger lots.’ The standard would require 66 feet The developer suggested this could be accommodated by placing three feet of the right ors of homes. She said the lot sizes proposed gave her heartburn. Attorney James Brown said detailed PUD ordinance, deed restrictions and associa­ tion covenants would also be needed. Enforcement is the key. Commissioners could Village Manager Sandra Ayers asked developers to consider leaving an opening large enough to include a rail-trail detour off Kinsey Street. Apparently there is still difficulty finding an acceptable solution, for trail users to safely bypass the congested downtown area. That option might follow Main to Short Street and across and through the Kinsey development in the future, although this idea is only being explored and not planned at this point. of way within the lot area. The developer restated the intention of giving the Village $200,000 to apply toward street improvements, presumably on Kinsey. A 100th Street resident said that amount would not go far toward needed improvements, such as on 100th Street, which are esti­ mated will cost over $1.5 million, although that would include passage to Kraft through a marsh near the schools. Residents earlier had asked for something that would blend with the village character. Neo-traditional homes re-create a more tradi­ tional looking neighbor­ hood. One and two story homes with front porches and a garage in the rear on small lots are proposed. Chairman Scott Williamson said he liked the front porch community concept. Lot sizes planned would allow homes with setbacks of 30 feet in front. 25 in the refuse to allow the proposed side setbacks as too narrow , this would force a lesser den­ sity in the development. Some said such dense housing would bring buyers who would be shocked over the hours and noise typically coming from the Caledonia Elevator, and complaints could be expected. Planning Consultant Mark Sisson had listed several points the developers were to try to address in their plan 1. A soil erosion and sedi­ mentation plan would be required. 2. Additional landscaping elements could be asked for on lots 1 and 141 near a Kinsey access point. These lots are larger than the norm. 3. Home footprints and variations as laid out next to each other should show how setbacks, garages and other aspects will fit within the proposed lot sizes. If garages are mandatory or not, future footprints for them must be decided as well. houses. Lot sizes are planned to accommodate a density which will allow the devel­ oper to make a profit The commission may con­ sider another proposal for smaller front setbacks of 15 or 20 feet to allow more space in the back yards. The developers said they would like uniform setbacks along various streets, although one street might have homes at 15 feet and others at 20 feet. Mortenson expressed a concern that none of the homes could accommodate a handicapped accessible ramp, which requires a oneon-20 slope. She also said a very detailed set of rules would be required to assure no future violations which could cause neighborhood conflicts, right down to col- less than the R-2 ordinance requires, although more lee­ way may be allowed under the PUD ordinance. Readjusted front and back setbacks could be consid­ ered, and these options are to be presented next time. Commissioners need to be certain of the setbacks they want to require. Right of way widths, dis­ tances from lot lines, and set­ backs will need careful con­ sideration, as the proposal could set precedents for other village developments. Sisson pointed out the commission has a commit­ ment to the surrounding neighboring homes, to screen properly among other things. Perimeter lots have deeper dimensions to serve as more of a buffer or transi- PUBLIC NOTICE able soon, it is expected. tion. 13. Phases of development 4. The plan submitted needs to contain the location must be able to stand alone and size of the sanitary sew­ for utilities, etc., and the ers and w ater lines, approved sequencing stages with the homes on them need to be by the Village Engineer. 5. Land contours and ele­ shown. The Final phase may be postponed until 100th vations are required on the Street is improved. plan. 14. The planning commis­ 6. Landscape plans should include berms, types of trees, sion may ask for evidence of shrubs and the areas for a market need for the pro­ placement at the perimeter of posed housing. 15. A traffic study may be the development, in addition to locations of existing trees. required. Sisson said end 7. Tree locations, types points of streets are typically and sizes along streets need surveyed. He said M-37 now to be clearly indicated. Trees allows traffic to flow at as would typically be 2 1/2- to much as 18.000 cars per day. 4-inch deciduous varieties, A signal at the intersection of but some evergreens are also 100th would reduce the capacity to as little as 12.000 planned. 8. The central park theme, cars per day. Street widening including landscaping, trails and adding lanes is usually needed to remedy such etc. should be detailed. 9. The detention pond impacts, at an extra cost. The greatest difficulty is must be stabilized when for drivers on the cross grading is finished. streets trying to enter the 10. The open space to den­ sity ratio should be calculat­ traffic, which a signal would ed and documented to be help. 16. An environmental sure there is enough open impact assessment may be space. 11. Standard street light­ asked for. Attorney James Brown ing should be included. 12. Streets, sidewalks, said the Village has a .\ubdtfootpaths, walkways and vision ordinance, and the commissioners placement should be accu­ planning rately indicated. Ten feet for cannot depart from the a rail trail would be too nar­ requirements in it without approval by a ZB A or the row. Bob Petco speaking for Village Council. He cau­ the plan, said they would like tioned the developer not to the 60 foot street r.o.w. if present a plan which docs not comply with the ordi­ possible. It was pointed out by one nance. They should also sub­ resident that sidewalks with­ mit a detailed draft of the in the development were restrictive documents and rather unreasonable unless deed restrictions to get final sidewalks along Kinsey approval. He said he would prepare allowed pedestrians to walk somewhere. Maple side­ a PUD ordinance, with some walks also are not complete. details to be completed in the The Rail Trail will be avail­ future. VILLAGE OF MIDDLEVILLE OPEN COMMISSION SEATS Interested citizens invited to apply for the following available Commission seat HOUSING COMMISSION 1 - unexpired term Apply in writing to Village of Middleville 100 East Main Street Middleville. Ml 49333 Attn.: Village President Letters must be received by November 21, 2003, 5 pm Appointments to be made November 25, 2003 At the regular meeting of the Village Council Rhonda L. Fisk Village Clerk 06575276 MICHIGAN Nf WSAAPf M INC The MhkMe of the MichNM" AMO&ation Public Notices in Newspapers. Your Right to Know, Delivered Right to Your Door. A MICHIGAN WttM ASSOCIATION �The Sun and News. Middleville November 11. 2003/ Page 13 From Our Readers Mill Pond condominium development closer to reality Local Citizens Speak Out On Issues by Patricia Johns Staff Writer Developer Jerrold DeKok told the Middleville Village Planning Commission last Tuesday that engineers have been surveying the property, he has financing and exca­ vating for the first building in the Mill Pond condomim urn development behind vil­ lage hall. The board also reviewed a request by Richard Marsh to rezone 1.9 acres he owns on M-37. The neighbors from the residential neighbor­ hoods that surround the property across from the post office came to ask the com­ mission not to rezone the property because it would definitely impact the neigh­ borhood. Others mentioned increased traffic and keepmg children safe. The commission will send its recommendation against the proposed rezoning to the Village Council, which will meet tonight. Nov. 11. Council may approve the change request, decide to fol­ low the Planning Commission's lead to deny, or send the request back to the commission for more work. Commission member Rick Winans found himself in the unfamiliar position of sitting in the audience rather mak­ ing a decision on a request. He came to the commission CALEDONIA TOWNSHIP CALEDONIA TOWNSHIP BOARD November 5, 2003 Present: Harrison, Snyder, Cardwell. Bravata. Bujak, and Stauffer Robertson arrived at 5:40 p.m. Also Present Planner/Manager Zylstra Utilities Administra­ tor Pierson, Deputy Clerk Palmer. Attorney Jim White, Financial Advisor Bobby Bendzinski and several citizens Supervisor Harrison called the regular Caledonia Township meeting to order at 5:30 p.m Supervisor Harrison led the Pledge and Invocation CONSIDERATION OF THE AGENDA: Approved PUBLIC COMMENT: None CONSENT AGENDA: Moved Stauffer, second Bravata to approve the consent agenda as written Ayes: All MOTION CAR­ RIED. INQUIRY OF CONFLICT OF INTEREST: None REPORT FROM BOARD OFFICERS AND STAFF: None RESOLUTION TO AWARD BOND SALE - CAPITOL IMPROVEMENT BONDS: Jim White discussed the item. Bobby Bendzinski discussed the bidding and other aspects of the bonds. He suggested accepting the low bid of Bank One Capital Market Inc Jim White discussed the bids Moved Cardwell, second Stauffer to adopt a resolution to award bond sale to Banc One Capital Market Inc. Roll call vote. Cardwell. Bravata and Stauffer Nay: Bujak and Robertson MOTION CARRIED. RESTRICTIVE COVENANT CAMPAU/KETTLE LAKE WWTP: Jim White explained Moved Harrison, second Stauffer to approve restrictive covenant running with the land. Ayes: AH MOTION CARRIED. 2nd READING • AMEND­ MENT IN NON-CONFORMING LOTS PROVISIONS IN R-1, R-2 & R-3 DISTRICT: Zylstra dis cussed the item A citizen ques­ tioned the tot at 6669 Chapin and if the lot would be conforming Stauffer questioned if the lots in question are going to receive a letter regarding this item with the 5-year time limit stated Discussion was held regarding the 5-year time limit and the tax impact Moved Harnson second Bravata to adopt an Ordinance to amend the Zoning Ordinance of the Township of Caledonia Amendments in non-conforming lot provisions n R-1, R-2 and R3 districts with an amendment deleting the 5-year provision Roll call vote Ayes Al MOTION CARRIED DISCUSSION OF SEWER ORDINANCE: Pierson dis­ cussed the ordinance and the changes that have been made to it and the reasoning RESOLUTION - EXTENSION OF THE FINAL APPROVAL OF THE PREUMINARY PLAT OF JASONVILLE FARMS NO. 7: Zylstra discussed the item Jim Milanowski discussed the item and it pertaining to 3 lots Moved Stauffer, second Bravata to adopt a resolution granting an extension of the final approval of the preliminary plat of Jasonville Farms No 7. Roll call vote Ayes All MOTION CARRIED. HOLIDAY HOURS: Harrison discussed the item Moved Snyder, second Stauffer to set the holiday hours as foltows Open 9 a m -noon on Chnstmas Eve. closed Christmas day. closed Friday. December 26. open 9 a m -4 pm on New Year's Eve. closed New Year 's day. closed Friday. January 2. Ayes All MOTION CARRIED. NORTH WEST PROJECT WILCOX INVOICES: Pierson discussed the item Harnson dis­ cussed the item. Robertson dis­ cussed his concerns. Wilcox dis­ cussed the invoices and he is proud of the project and hopes the Township is also. Cardwell commented on her preferring these types of situations come to the board before they take place, rather than seeing the invoices after the fact. She will be in sup­ port of paying the full engineering fees as the engineer saved the Township money in the contract­ ing. Bujak discussed the item and the need for reviews during the project Bravata discussed the item. Stauffer discussed the item and that he will not support the motion unless it is to pay the full amount Moved Harrison, second Snyder to pay Wilcox invoices for the Northwest proj­ ect in the amount of $57,085 Ayes: Harrison, Bravata, Bujak and Robertson Nay Snyder, Cardwell and Stauffer MOTION CARRIED. BOARD COMMENTS: Harrison discussed Land Use, revenue shanng cuts and the Utilities Administrator position vacancy Bravata discussed Pierson s talents and work He discussed his concerns with looking mto a company, as this would probably cos! much more than a qualified candidate Cardwell commented on the leaf drop-off and needing to do a bet­ ter job. as no one opened the gate for the citizens to drop off the leaves Bujak discussed prot­ ects that have come to the Planning Commission Robertson Questioned when pubhc comment «s available at the Planning Commission PUBLIC COMMENT (EXTENDED - 5 MINUTES): Bob Miller thanked the Townstxp tor working with Shagbark He stat­ ed that they are running their pump 24 hours a day and 4 s horrible keepmg gas n the pump asking for a special use application for home occupa­ tion at 178 Hunters Trail Court. He and a partner run the "A Cut Above" landscaping service. His request was approved with the restriction that there be no sign and that anv repair work done on lawn mowers will take place inside the garage. Winans said he does not anticipate any traffic in the neighborhood from cus­ tomers. since he or his part­ ner will be visiting clients at their home or businesses to give estimates. The ordinance committee is beginning to set a schedule to begin work on recommen­ dations found in the recently completed downtown Blueprint. The committee will bring changes to the commission to review and approve before the changes go to the council. The com­ mission will probably have to set public hearings. Planner Geoff Moffat also provided updates on the M37 Corridor Committee work, the economic summit and site plan monitoring issues. The next meeting of the commission will be on at 7 p.m. Tuesday. Dec. 2, in the Village Hall. of M'z>. * rOGMDEDMN •^chig^ Get out and vote, get out and run To the editor: Tuesday. Nov. 25. is the filing deadline for candidates who plan to run for the Caledonia Village Council or president’s position. There are four outgoing candidates and the presi­ dent’s term expires. Of course, the incumbents can run again, but it is always healthier when a candidate has to run for office in lieu of walking in unopposed. Of the council positions, there is one two-year term and three, four-year terms The next four years are going to be particularly important as the new M-6 corridor opens. There are many population projections tossed about, but it is believed that the village pop­ ulation will double in the next four to five years This added to the surrounding area will create social and infrastructure issues beyond belief. The following are just a few of the issues that need to be addressed: 1. Consider the hiring of a professional management services for utilities. 2. Revise and update local ordinances, policies and pro­ cedure manuals. PUBLIC HEARING NOTICE Please be advised the Village of Middleville Zoning Board of Appeals will meet on Wednesday, November 19, 2003, at 7:00 p.m. in Village Hall, 100 E. Main Street, Middleville. The pur­ pose of this meeting is to consider a variance request filed by Ransom Leppink, owner of Marketplace at 4650 N. M-37 Highway. The variance request seeks to partially eliminate sidewalks along the entire M-37 frontage as required by Section 78-51 of the Village Code. The owners wish only to construct sidewalk from the south property line to the newly installed entry drive to the Marketplace plaza. Any interested person may attend the meeting and offer comments on the matter to the Zoning Board of Appeals or may write to the Board at the address noted above 3. Move to improve traffic flow and other village infra­ structure while conserving local scenic beauty. 4. Revise and update the master plan, in concert with the township, school system, neighboring townships and the county. Bruce and Kerry have been gracious enough to loan a meeting room in their restaurant, the Monterey Grill. 9175 Cherry Valley Ave. The date is set for Wednesday evening. Nov. 12. at 7 p.m/ This is an effort to draw th? community together to join in the electoral process Anyone interested in running for an office is encouraged to appear. Filing information will be made available at this meeting or contact Sandy Ayers, village clerk. OK people, it is time to come to the aid of your vil­ lage. whether you want to be a candidate or a supporter. Bill McNeilly. Caledonia GET MORE NEWS! Subscribe to the Hastings Banner. Call 945-9554 for more information. NOTICE VILLAGE OF CALEDONIA KENT COUNTY, MICHIGAN FILING DEADLINE FOR CANDIDATES FOR VILLAGE OFFICES A Candidate who wishes to seek a non-partisan position on the Caledonia Village Council must file a nominating petition and an Affidavit of Identity no later than 4:00 p m. on Tuesday, November 25, 2003. The minimum number of signatures required is 6 with a maximum of 20 The Primary will be held on February 16, 2004, if needed, and the General Election will be held on March 8, 2004 The offices of Village President, a two-year term, and 3 four-year term Trustee positions will be filled along with an additional two-year Trustee term. Petitions and Affidavit forms can be obtained at the Caledonia village office, 250 S Maple Street, Caledonia. Michigan Office hours are Monday through Thursday, 8 30 a m. to 3:30 p.m. Bette Koeplinger Secretary 05518518 Sandy Ayers Village Clerk Zoning Board of Appeals of NOTICE FOR RESIDENTS OF FREEPORT OPEN TRUSTEE POSITION Filing Deadline For Candidates For Village Offices Interested citizens invited to apply for the following available Village Office A candtoate who wishes to seek a non-partisan position on the Freeport Village Council must file a nominating petition and an Affidavit at Identity no later than 4tf) p.m. on Tuesday. November 25, 2003 The minimum number of 10 signatures is needed The General Election will be held on Monday, March 8. 2004 The positions of Village President; Village Treasurer; Village Clerk; 3 Trustees. 2-year term; and 3 Trustees 4-year term, will die of the night to make sure ft is strfl running He requested the Board continue to take action on Nomriatmg Petitions and Affidavit of Identity can be obtained at the Freeport VAage Office. 200 South State Street Freeport Ml 49325 Office hours are Mondays, 3D0 p.m until 600 pm ADJOURNMENT: Moved Harnson. second Bravata to adjourn Ayes AB MOTION CARRIED Patnoa Snyder ca* ano leave a -message at 616-765-3808 and arrangements 08575613 Yvonne M. Aspinall Village Clerk VILLAGE OF VILLAGE TRUSTEE 1 - unexpired term to be appointed to fin vacancy until General Election March 08. 2004 Appty tn writing to Village of Middleville 100 East Main Street Middleville Ml 49333 Attn Village President Letters must be received by November 21. 2003, 5 p.m. Appointments to be made November 25, 2003 At the regular meeting of the Village Council 06675280 Rhonda L. Fisk Village Clerk �Page 14/The Sun and News, Mtddtevilte, November 11.2003 Caledonia Twp. gets 4,06% rate on $2.65 million bond by Ruth Zachary Staff Writer Caledonia Township voted Nov. 5 to award the sale of bonds in the amount of $2.65 million to Bank One, Capitol Markets Inc., at a 4.06% rate over the life of the bond, below the aver­ age index. The township has improved its rating to a full Grade A, reflecting a strong financial condition. The five syndicated buyers who sub­ mitted bids liked the growth rate in the township, accord­ ing to Bob Bendzinski, a consultant in the field. The portion of the bond not offset by connection fees will result in a savings of about a quarter of a mil­ lion, good news. Attorney Jim White said. Closing will occur Nov. 19. Township Treasurer Jill Cardwell moved to accept the bid. approved in a 5-2 vote, with Trustees Wally Bujak and Richard Robertson opposed. To finalize the north west utility projects. certain issues need to be addressed this year. As a part of this. the engineering invoices for Wilcox and Associates were discussed and approved for payment. The engineering provided by Wilcox, estimated by Bendzinski at a standard industry average percent­ age, computed on the entire project. would have amounted to around $57,085. but came in at a higher actual cost, around $75,000, or up to 19 percent of the project, higher than the industry average. Normally the township has a bid policy for most projects over $20,000. Where the work involves professional services, this is not required, as with legal services. Initially the township felt engineering services also fell into that category. Wilcox had been hired by the township on a profes­ sional basis, rather than by bid for a specific list of tasks. Trustee Robertson said at the time the township had felt that the familiarity that Wilcox had with the township would result in greater economy in the long run Colorado Blue, Black Hill & White Spruce Professionally planted with spade trucks. 7 12 foot • *135.00 (within 7 miles of light in Middleville, greater distance call for price) 269-795-2232 Dig A Tree | Transplanting L.L.C. 1997 Dodge Ram 4x4 Large box with high cap. Well maintained. $6,000. Call Ernie @269-945-9554 Wilcox said in the begin­ ning he thought the work could be done at or about the $57,000. Pierson pointed out parts of the utilities projects had been achieved at less than the estimated cost, while others had cost more than expected. Pierson said five levels of engineering had been involved, including project design work, full time proj­ ect inspection, easement identification and prepara­ tion. and more. Time sheets had been kept on an as need­ ed hourly basis, and Pierson said he believed the work had been completed in an efficient manner. It was also pointed out by some trustees that the lower than estimated costs on some parts of the project were likely the result of Wilcox's involvement. Unexpected factors led to greater costs. Pierson and Wilcox explained the MDOT had required contin­ ual engineering oversight on the work on M-37. not planned for at the begin­ ning. Also unforeseen was the need to have someone on several job sites at all times, raising the cost as well. The entire project took much longer than forecast in the beginning, which also added to the cost. There were some differ­ ences of opinion between those doing construction and those overseeing it. Wilcox said issues needing resolution come up on any construction job, requiring compromise. Wilcox said on his own behalf, "You should feel proud of that project. I’ve feel proud ... This has been my biggest client, and I’m proud of everything that we've done, and are going to do everything we can to keep working here. It's been an important thing for our company. I'm pretty pas­ sionate about the work we do here. As our company has grown, my single biggest undertaking has been taking care of Caledonia Township. Our people have been paid, and the rates are in line with • The Township Board what other consultants are venting this is the 24-hour attention given by the seven will allow owners to build going to charge.’ Cardwell said she would families to be sure the water on lots not in conformance have preferred Wilcox com­ is being pumped. "If you with minimums for the dis­ ing to the board sooner, had to live this way... you trict if the lots were once of rather than after the fact. would understand more a legal size. If the lots never Another approach in the clearly, that what has been met the lower limit for con­ struction. they would not be future was suggested, either done to us is truly unfair." He said seven families are allowed to build on them. putting the work out for Many of these lots are in bids, or on the professional carrying the brunt of the basis as it was this time, but legal suit against the devel­ areas w here other lots of the that when it appears a proj­ oper. and thanked township same size already have on them. ect is going to be over budg­ officials for legal help to buildings et. that it should be brought achieve closure of the mat­ Typically these lots have to the board, and a change ter. He said those families been taxed at a rate based order requested. She also had paid out over $7,000 so upon being buildable, which is why the board determined said the savings on the con­ far. Supervisor Bryan it was not fair to set a future struction side had been obtained by the redesigning. Harrison explained the time limit for building on "We really aren't spending township continues to with­ them. There are about 24 hold building permits to the such lots in the township. $75,000 more." Trustee Bill Bravata said developer and had entered The assessor can identify though taken aback by the into the law suit against these lots. The decision overturns a costs, he knew "a project him. He said the tow nship is tends to take on a life of its looking into purchasing the Planning Commission ordi own." He said he appreciat­ private system on behalf of nance change that would community good, have established a five year ed that Wilcox was willing the to take a substantial dis­ although he said the town­ sunset clause for building on count. and supported pay­ ship needs to monitor the these lots, in order to bring costs, and assistance to all lots into compliance w ith ment of the lower amount. He said often those com­ incur least expensive legal the zoning district. • Jasonville Farms was panies working with a bid expense in order to be fully given an extension for the will forward the extra costs engaged. Miller said it is rumored final approval of the prelim­ that come up for payment. 7 He said Wilcox had been the developer plans to raise inary plat of phase attentive to problems at the resident's water assess­ through June 30 of next Shagbark and other prob­ ment. as another attempt to year. There are three lots lems requiring immediate gouge them and to wear located on the cast side of the development off of 84th attention, and knew what them down. • The township placed a Street. It is serviced by was going on. Pierson added "We’ve had restrictive covenant on the infrastructure which sup­ a successful project. It's in balance of township lands plies phase 4. Other the ground and it's work­ east of the infiltration beds approvals are contingent existing at the Campau- upon township approval of ing." The difference between Kettie Lake Waste Water the extension. • Holiday hours for the the estimate and actual cost Treatment Plant as request­ was resolved with a pay­ ed by the DEQ. The restric­ township will be on falling on ment of the lower amount, tion prohibits any drinking Christmas, which Wilcox "painfully" water wells being installed Thursday, open until noon agreed to, and was approved in that area. The building on on Dec. 24, and closed on the property, located west of Friday, Dec. 26. The office by the board. Two other issues to com­ the area already has a well will be open all day on New plete before the end of this for plumbing needs. Water Years Eve. and closed on year include the purchase of flows to the east toward a Thursday and Friday. Jan. I the Shagbark well, and creek, as part of a pre­ and 2. Country Meadows well pur­ planned discharge typical of chase. The telemetry pur­ treatment plants. chase is almost done, Pierson said. Pierson also reviewed a plan to combine the utility Screened or Unscreened systems into two districts Sand, Gravel, Crushed Concrete within the township. An ordinance to achieve the sewer portion of this con­ tained certain elements, Stumps, Clearing, Driveways such as: definitions, manda­ tory connections, when to expand the sewer district, sewer rates and changes, 269-795-7830 penalties, and more. Copies will be available by Wednesday Nov. 12, Pierson said, and adoption will come up at a future meeting. In other business. • It was noted that Caledonia Utilities Administrator Rich Varsity Girts’ Basketball Pierson will be leaving Caledonia Township's Fighting Scot senior Julie Slot employment as of Dec. 10. had two good games last week • Shagbark spokesman in two lopsided victories by the Bob Miller thanked the Caledonia varsity girts basketball team. township for the work done Slot tossed in six points on Thursday against so far on the residents Holland Christian, and led all scorers with 11 behalf. The problem is now points Tuesday in the Scots 22-point win over in its third year. Hastings He said at the present the The 4695 Middleville Rd. 111 N. Main St pond is the highest it has ever been following recent Lynn Denton *37, Middleville, Ml Nashville, Ml rainfalls. The retention pond Agency 1-800-443-5253 517-852-2005 has overflowed in the past into some basements in the MAKING YOUR FUTURE MORE PREDICTABLE development, and residents MO FARM BUREAU fear this will occur again. K B IHSURAHCE He said the only thing pre­ |QUICK LUBE ~ i ---JESMO Managers Special XDD Regular Oil Change Premium Oil Change DjC? Coolant Flush Trans Flush ■< 500 ARLINGTON ST. (M-37) MIDDLEVILLE 795’3550 on site at -sern/v tZ3TlTlTlTlTlTlM pace wr BLACK TOPSOIL' DOZER WORK Don's L> oxing J Athlete of the week MbTten MCAO WUTUM. • fAMM &UR£AU LM • tUMAU QtMtAAL �The Sun and News. Middlevilie. November 11.2003/ Page 15 Med-o-Bloom, continued from pg. 1 Dressander said he had met with school officials about the proposal, and his impression was, "they would love it." Later he qualified his assessment by saying there were no objections. Other implications for traffic and utilities are involved. When asked if the compa­ ny planned to commit money to offset the traffic impacts from the development, per­ haps to pay to extend 100th Street through to M-37, Dressander said he had been unprepared to answer this. He pointed out that the school has a ball field in the way. He said if there was a development, the extension would be needed, but at an estimated cost of more than $1.5 million, be said all the benefit was not to the devel­ oper, but would be shared by the schools, the village and township, who should share in the costs. When different munici­ palities are involved in such decisions, solutions seem to become more complex. Commissioner Wally Bujak said traffic would be a big issue, affecting residents of the Village of Caledonia more than any other group. He said when the township approved the Scotsmoor development on Johnson, with 60 homes, "nowhere close to 600-plus and the potential impact on the traf­ fic going through the middle of Caledonia." He said this would be high on the com­ mission's list. In addition, the village is currently negotiating with Wesley and Associates for a development off Kinsey and 100th Street, with 141 units proposed, another source of traffic pressure expected on village infrastructure, a rea­ son given earlier by the Village Planning Commission to postpone rezoning which would have allowed it. Commissioner Duane Gunnink said rezoning the Rural Preservation (RP)district would be met with an uphill battle because the commission was charged to defer to township resident preference as reflected in the master plan, which designat ed the area for RP. Commissioner Ric Parent agreed. He said it might be better if this large piece was not chopped up and was dealt with more creatively, to preserve the rural charac­ ter in part of it. Dressander reasoned it would be better to keep the density close to the village limits, close to public utili­ ties rather than scattered on two-acre lots all over the area. Parent said the two-acre minimum was already a compromise, and he had pre­ ferred a minimum of five acres. Parent said he would be more predisposed toward a proposal which did allocate 50 percent to open space. Chairman Archie Warner agreed, and said he would not support carving the whole parcel up into half acre lots. Dressander explained that with clustering there would be the same densities as would result from half acre lots but built on less land, in order to preserve the 50 per­ cent of open space. Warner commented this propertv would not remain as a farm. Commissioner Koopmans pointed out the property could remain as master planned with two acre lots, and that utilities has to stop somewhere, because propos als keep coming to extend utilities to the next parcel. The township is just this month concluding details of creating the M-37 sewer dis­ trict with a $2,650,000 bond sale with payback over 20 years. Dressander is under the impression that utilities would be available, but was told it would cost a lot. He thought water main was close by. Water in that area comes from the mains that supply the schools. Whether there are an additional 600 units available from that main is not certain. Dressander thought sani­ tary sewer could connect at Johnson and Kraft, and would require replacement of existing lines on Johnson to 12-inch pipe. The sewer situation is complicated, involving more than one municipality. The sewer under consideration may require connection to lines passing through the vil­ lage, on a system which dates to the 1930s and is very fragile. In mid-October, the vil­ lage discussed current plans for street construction and replacement of the Main Street sewer as a part of a larger project which is hoped to be partially paid for by the MDOT, in sections west or uphill from Kinsey. The state is not willing now to help finance the por­ tions of the street replace­ ment in the downtown area. Their priorities are based on road quality and replacement needs rather than to plan construction so sewer and street repairs can be coordi­ nated and done once, rather than twice. Caledonia Village President Daryl Penfold said the state is willing to pay about 80 percent of the con­ struction costs, estimated to be $32,000. The gravity sewer could benefit by incorporating greater depths at the east end where the pipe would ulti­ mately carry the sewage to M-37. but the village is stuck with the sewer elevations already in place because of having to start al the top of the hill instead of the bot­ tom. Village Planning Consultant Paul Galdes explained the existing Main Street sewer followed the steep grade of the road. but the street would be flattened out to a minimum grade dur­ ing reconstruction, requiring the sewer be much deeper at Mam and School Streets For this reason a lift station near the bottom of the hill will probably solve the problem Galdes explained the township w ould like to put m a larger main for expansion outside Village limits. That size is not needed for the vil­ lage to solve its problems. Larger mains cost more money Penfold said the village concern is to replace a bad pipe on Mam Street, and not to accommodate the town­ ship's plans. Penfold suggested any future change in township plans could involve running sewer through the school property through the Glen Valley residential develop­ ment to the north. If differ­ ent. he said the township would have to pay for the construction through the vil­ lage. 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Incredibly, the printer entrusted with tne original drawing and printing plates, declared bankruptcy, then carelessly hauled Higbee’s 30 years of work to a landfill. The few remaining dog-eared copies became a prized fisherman's possession Professor Higbee was offered $400 for one of his last maps. And state agencies were forced to keep their copies under bock and xey Experts told Professor Higoee that reports were mpossibte, because the 'naps were pnnted m non-photographe blue. Then, in 1991. a the age of 91, Howard Higbee s dream came true. Computers made t possible to repnnt the map Hotting an updated map Howard said. ‘I never thought I d live io seetiis day’ Then, by combnng Professor Higbee s knowledge with computer technology—the STREAM MAP OF MICHIGAN was created. Why every angler and boater needs this map it is estimated that 10% of all the anglers catch 90% of the fish. 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Chronic meaning goes on for a long time, systemic meaning involves the whole body's systems rather than just spe­ cific joints, inflammatory meaning swelling, redness. Department of State offices to close for Veterans Day Secretary of State Terri Lynn announced recently that ail branch offices and the Office of the Great Seal in Lansing will close in obser­ vance of the Veterans Day holiday. Tuesday. November 11. Motorists whose driver’s licenses or license plates expire on November 11 should renew early. Branch offices are open 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. Monday. Tuesday. Thursday and Friday. On Wednesdays most offices are open 11 a.m. to 7 p.m. with those in city centers open 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. Some smaller branch offices are closed for lunch. I .and encourages all cus­ tomers who have Internet access to check out the department’s online services at www.michigan.gov/sos before visiting any branch office. For example, license plates and watercraft regis­ trations can be renewed online. Browsing the site also helps customers deter­ mine fees and requirements before they go to an office. 2001 Ford EXPLORER Cloth, sunroof. CD changer, new X tires, full power, keyless entry. ▼ “ I Was $14,995 Now | M Wfl j Bill Seif Chevrolet Buick heat and pain, and autoim­ mune meaning acquired by genetic predisposition and damage done by the body attacking itself rather than outside forces like wear and tear. "Onset of RA usually begins between 40-60 years of age. although it can occur at any age." Over 10% of people over the age of 65 have RA and this number increases with age. RA. like OA affects the synovial lin­ ing of joints, as well as the cartilage, tendon sheaths, and tendons connecting mus­ cle to bone. The deteriora­ tion of the tendon sheaths and eventually the tendons, cause the typical RA defor­ mities seen in the hands and wrists of rheumatoid arthri­ tis. The systemic effects of Rheumatoid arthritis can be many and varied. RA can affect the nervous system, lungs, spine, heart, skin, spleen, anemia, lymphatic system and even various eye lesions may occur. "The pathological changes in con­ junction with fever, fatigue, anorexia, and weight loss, may be referred to as Felty ’s Syndrome." RA can strike children as well as is also autoimmune in nature. “Juvenile rheumatoid arthri­ tis is arthritis that causes inflammation and stiffness for more than 6 weeks in a child of 16 years of age or less." Your physician is the first person to see to help evaluate the pain and type of arthritis you may have. In 60 to 80% of people a simple blood test can screen for the Rheumatic Factor “RF.” a genetic mark­ er of RA. A physical exam including evaluation of the musculoskeletal and other systems of the body can help pinpoint the disease. A pyra­ mid shaped medication regime may start at the less severe end and include aspirin, ibuprofen, naproxen, etc., and progress to the more serious medications called Disease-Modifying Anti­ rheumatic Drugs. DMARDs. such as antimalanal drugs, gold compounds. Penicil­ lamine. and Sulfasalazine. Your physician may direct you to a rehabilitation spe­ cialist such as physical and occupations therapists. RA unlike OA has periods of remissions and exacerba­ tions. times when the person feels almost well, and times when they feel much worse. The remission gives the patient time to work with therapists to establish an exercise and life style change program to manage their condition. Moderate exercise is very important in assisting the person with RA to remain flexible and mobile. Pain modalities such as heat or cold. Transcu-taneous Electrical Nerve Stimulation “TENS." and hot paraffin bath for hands or feet may help. Rheumatoid Arthritis leaves no part of the patient’s life untouched. It takes a full team of trained personnel to help battle against RA. start­ ing with your family physi­ cian. specialist such as rheumatologist, physical and occupational therapists, pharmacists, etc. And above all it takes a family, fnends, and loved ones willing to participate in supporting and assisting with life style changes to help the person with RA to cope in a way that enables them to continue a meaningful and enriched quality of life. Michigan FFA fund-raiser is biggest for programs, activities FFA enthusiasts who take part in this year’s Michigan FFA Foundation toy tractor sale will celebrate the organization's history while also supporting its future. That’s because this year’s collectible is a spe­ cial edition honoring the FFA Association’s 75th anniversary. The collectible is a scale model of the John Deere Model D, featuring the FFA Association’s 75th anniversary logo. It retails for $39.99 plus tax and is available at Tractor Introducing... Ed's New Complete Auto & Truck Glass Service! /^| Quality |y|Auto Glass Quality Service J v at an affordable prict Mobile Service Direct Insurance Billing Certified Technicians Supply Company (TSC) stores statewide. This is the sixth consec­ utive year the Michigan FFA Foundation has held the popular fund-raiser. Fifty percent of the pro­ ceeds from each toy trac­ tor sale are donated to the Michigan FFA Foundation to support youth leadership and edu­ cation programs and activ­ ities of the Michigan FFA Association. “This is our biggest fund-raiser of the year and always a popular one,” said Corey Flournoy, Michigan FFA Foundation executive director. “This year we’re espe­ cially proud to offer cus­ tomers a special-edition FFA 75th anniversary tractor,” said Flournoy. “It’s a truly unique buying experience where a person can celebrate his or her FFA roots and give back to the organization at the same time.” Since beginning the fund-raiser in the early 1990s, the Michigan FFA Foundation has raised more than $250,000 to further FFA programs and activities across the state. “The tractors always make good Christmas presents, 20 supporters may want to make their hii purchases early since stock is limited, said Flournoy. This year’s collectible completes a series of John Deere replicas produced by toy manufacturer Ertl. A new series of toy trac tors will be launched next year. LlfidL I LI Qentle Family Dymislry ChristctphenA. Tomczyk DPS Accepting Sew Pniknis Office Hours: Mon-Fri bv appointment Emergency Patients Welcome General Dentistry, Oral Surgery, Root Canals We participate with Delta, BlueCrossBlucShield, Healthy Kids, and Mi Child 1 | 269-945-5656 1127 West State Street, Hastings Ml Liiii Lfcait L I* I 2004 CHEVY SILVERADO 100% SATISFACTION GUARANTEED There’s No Substitute For Quality... Clearly You Will See The Difference! gd s ’ ^BODY SHOP 110 Johnson at Kinsey Caledonia 616-891-0150 “ITr meet by accident ’ 06574537 1 ■ ManSl A muim • Complete Collision Service • Autos & Trucks • Loaners Available • 100% Guarantee on repairs 2 Bill Seif Chevrolet Buick S 14-37 IN HASTINGS ~ 286-^2425 1 «X>23f> 2425 ZWrr j �The Sun and News. Middleville. November 11.2003/ Page 17 Breast ultrasound in addition to mammography can reduce rick of cancer by 42 percent In the past few years, more sensitive ultrasound technol­ ogy. capable of detecting many cancers that aren't vis­ ible on mammograms, has become available. New research can identify which groups of women benefit most from a breast-ultra­ sound examination as a sup­ plement to their regular mammograms Working with high-energy sound waves instead of the radiation used in mammog­ raphy, ultrasound shows a different picture of a woman's breasts. It gives physicians a different view of what is happening to the tissue inside the breast. Often, small cancers and other breast abnormalities are detected for the first time with ultrasound. “Ultrasound is not a replacement for a mammo­ gram. Mammograms and breast-ultrasound examina­ tions complement each other in a way that provides your physician with much more information about the health of your breasts." said Walsh. “Unfortunately. many women do not know about breast ultrasound or where they can have a breast­ sonography examination. Ask about breast ultra­ sound. especially if: • You are pre-menopausal and have dense breasts. Ask your doctor if you have dense breasts. • You are post menopausal and are on hormone replace­ ment therapy (HRT). • You are pregnant and need a breast exam. • You have cysts or other breast masses. • You have breast implants. • Your mammogram shows indeterminate results. Look for a physician who is board-certified, knowl­ edgeable and skilled in the use of breast ultrasound with mammography, and make sure the person performing the breast exam has the knowledge and skills needed to perform a high-quality ultrasound. Inquire about w hether your Monographer is certified by a nationally rec­ ognized credentialing agency. such as the American registry of Dia­ gnostic Medical Sonographers(ARDMS). Also ask about the equip­ ment that will be used for your breast ultrasound. For high-quality breast-ultrasound images, it is desirable to use newer equipment, which generates sound waves with a high-frequen- cy. linear-array transducer. In an ongoing study that now includes more than 11.000 women. Dr. Thomas Kolb of Columbia Medical School has been giving both mammograms and ultra­ sound examinations to every woman who shows up for an annual mammogram He has found that adding a breast­ sonography examination to the mammography proce­ dure has increased the num­ ber of tumors detected by 42 percent. The Breast Ultrasound Foundation is a tax-exempt affiliate of the American Registry of Diagnostic Medical Sonographers. the pre-eminent certifying body for sonography professionals and is a non-profit 501(C) (3) charitable organization. The Foundation's mission is to increase public and pro­ fessional awareness of the role of quality ultrasound in the detection and manage ment of breast cancer and women’s health. For more information., contact the Breast Ultrasound Foundation at (301) 5450900 or visit our web site at Invest in all American workers Now more than ever. Americans with disabilities need access to jobs and train­ ing so that they too can real­ ize the American dream. At a time when our nation's econ­ omy is struggling and unem­ ployment rates in the United States arc at their highest levels in years, the employ­ ment gap between people with disabilities and the rest of the population remains astounding. Half of the 54 million Americans with disabilities are of working age (18 to 64). According to a recent survey (the 2000 NO. D 'Harris Survey of Americans with Disabilities) only 32 percent of those who are of working age are employed full or part time, compared to 81 percent of the rest of the population. Of those people with disabilities who are not working, more FOR SALE: 1995 FORD CARGO Cummins V-8 diesel, 26-ft. box, hydro lift tailgate, drop third wheel. Call Ernie at 269-945-9554 06574932 than two out of three say they would like to work. Last year. MHGI served more than 1200 citizens with disabilities encompassing a total of more than 30.000 hours of professional servic­ es. At the very center of all our programs and services is the MHGI Mission: To pro­ vide employment, training, and services to persons with barriers to employment: to serve businesses and com­ munities by providing workforce development servicesrehabilitating and training underdeveloped and untaped populations and at-risk employees. Michael Shamalla is the vice-president of Workforce Development and Community Partnerships at Michigan Heartland Goodwill Industries. Contact him by mail *4820 Wayne Road.' Battle Creek, MI 49015) or phone (964-9455) if you have suggestions or ideas on how we can serve our fellow citizens with dis­ abilities more effectively. GENERAL MOTORS PRICING TO ALLI! 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Nov. 21 and 22. in the high school auditorium This play is based on a story by Leonard Wibberly that began as a serial in the Saturday Evening Post It is a gentle farce with much for the audience to ponder even after almost 50 years. The play includes sharp wit and wisdom with Duchess Glonana the Twelfth, just 22. trying to keep her tiny country afloat after a California winery does a npoff of her country’s only product, “Pinot Grand Fenwick.” She is played by Alaina Haselden. Her solution is to declare war on the United States. The method in her madness is that her study of recent history sug­ gests that the surest way to wealth is to lose a war with the U.S., which then pours aid. relief and rehabilitation on the vanquished. When her declaration of war is considered a prank. Gloriana decides to escalate! Tully Bascom (played with finesse by Alex Robinson), in charge of Grand Fenwick's small army of bow men. launches an attack on New York City But instead of surrendering. Bascom upsets all calculations and wins Performing in the Middlevile cast are Caitlin Adams playing the president of the United States. Paul Adams and Kyle Sei leek are soldiers. Kaylin Barnes is Mrs. Reiner. Beth Beard is WAC Jill and Jessica Gias is WAC Debbie. Jordan Chavis is his pompous best as General Snippet matched only by Keith Fuleki’s count Mountjoy. Thom Dettman is David Benter. Nick Tumes is Will Tatum. Dwain Reynolds is par­ ticularly brainy as Professor Kokintz and Luke Rosenberg pontificates as Mr. Beston. the US Secretary of State. Several students play more than one role. Kyla Sisson per­ Steensma Plumbing Repair service run daily for your convenience 795-7495 10% off labor for senior citizens. forms as Miss Johnson. Pam and the assistant professor. LoriAnn DeWitt is Mrs. Bascom and a student. Elena Gormley is the page and a stu­ dent. Miki Moore is a soldier and Mary. Michelle Nesbitt is Ann and Miss Wilkins. Sightseers Chaney Robinson and Hillary Welton also perform as Helen and Norma. Keeping the humor coming is Kirsten VanDerMeer performing as an assistant professor and Fran.. Student assistant and stage manager for this production is Bethany Nelson. Tickets are $4 each and are available at the door. Scots and Trojans fill 13 spots on all Gold gridiron squad Nearly half of the 27 foot­ ball players honored in the OK Gold this season were from Middleville or Caledonia. Seven Scots and six Trojans earned either first team, or honorable mention All Conference honors following this fall’s season in which Caledonia finished 5-4. and TK ended up 6-4. First team selections from Caledonia include offensive end Tyler Ybema. running back Kyle Klyn. kicker Trent VanHaitsma. and defensive guard Chad Frisbie. Trojans named to the all­ league first team were offen­ sive end Darrin Tape, running back Scott Brooks, defensive end Mark Rolison. and defen­ sive back Josh Eldridge. Honorable mention selec­ tions from Caledonia were Chad Sevensma at center. Brian Derks at offensive guard, and punter Jim Haisma. Trojans earning honorable mention status were kicker Chris Humphrey and defensive guard Kyle Farris. The remainder of the all­ Gold first team includes center Scott Hoekwater (SC), offen­ sive tackles Matt Poppe (BC) and Kyle Potgetter (SC), offen­ sive guards Mike Wierenga (SC) and Jesse Fisher (Way), quarterback Adam Syswerda (SC), running back Brad Buell (Way), defensive tackles Quinton Burgess (BC) and Ryan Geers (SC), defensive end Mike Kolehouse (WP). linebackers Ross Skilling (BC). Andrew Hesselink (SC), and Dan Blair (Has), defensive back Seth Thornton (BC). and punter Nick Wysocki (Way). Diabetes classes set for 2 Tuesdays Metro Health Caledonia, 8941 North Rodgers, is offer­ ing free diabetes management classes given by Dr. Valitutto Tuesday. Nov. 18 and Tuesday. Dec. 16, from 6:30 to 8 p.m. No registration is neces­ sary to participate and refreshments will he provid­ ed The topic for Nov. 18. will be “Short and Long Term Complications of Diabetes.” Those attending will learn blood glucose target ranges, how to treat mild, moderate and severe hypoglycemia, and how to avoid chronic complications of diabetes. On Dec. 16 Dr. Valitutto will discuss “Carbohydrate Counting." He will teach how to identify what is a carbohy­ drate, fat. protein and veg­ etable. Participants also will learn how many carbohy­ drates they should be eating at a meal, and be better pre­ pared when eating out. Six local students graduate at MSU Six local students earned degrees at Michigan State University at the concision of the summer term and another was named to the dean's list for the same academic period. The students, their home towns, types of degrees and major fields of study were: • Donald Jeffrey Black of Alto, bachelor of arts in gen­ eral management. • Sean M. Hartley of Alto, bachelor of arts in political science, pre-law. • Meghan Fliearman Arrigo of Caledonia, bachelor of arts in international rela­ tions. • Andrew Charles Schupp of Caledonia, bachelor of sci­ ence in horticulture. • Jennifer Leann Sullivan of Caledonia, master of arts in curriculum and teaching. • Jennifer Lee Vanderlaan of Caledonia, master of sci­ ence in fisheries and wildlife. Earning dean’s list honors for achieving at least a 3.5 grade point average was Joel Freeh Fortuna of Alto, a sen­ ior majoring in packaging. Food distribitions in Middleville set for Nov. 11,25 United Auto Workers Local #1002 has scheduled two free food distributions for those in need today. Tuesday. Nov. 11. and Tuesday. Nov. 25 at 4 p.m. at the UAW Union Hall. 295 Washington St. in Middleville Union President John Anderson said. “Anyone who is at risk of going hungry qualifies to receive this food. If someone you know has to choose between paying for other expenses such as rent or medicine and buying food, or skips meals to make sure their children have enough to eat. they may be at risk of going hungry . UAW Local #1002 has been distributing food to those in need since the sum­ mer of 2002. The food distri­ butions are a collaborative effort among the Food Bank of South Central Michigan. UAW Local #1002. the Middleville United Methodist Church and the Barry County United Way. The Food Bank is a United Way agency. It is a member of America's Second Harvest and the Ftxxl Bank Council* of Michigan. For more infor­ mation. contact Teresa Bilek Osborne, director of develop­ ment for the Food Bank of South Central Michigan. PUBLISHER'S NOTICE: Al) real estate advertising in this newt paper is subject to the Fair Housing Act and the Michigan Civil Rights Act which collectively make H illegal to advertise "any preference, limitation or disenmi nation based on race, color, religion, sea, handicap, familial Matus, national origin, age or martial Matus, or an intention, to make any h prrtereme. limitation nr discrimination " Familial status iru Imles children under the age o< IK living with parents or legal custodian*. pregnant women and people securing custody of children under 18 This newspaper will not knowingly accept any advertising fix real eMatc which is in violation of the law Our readers are hereby inhumed that all dwellings advertised in this newspaper are available on an equal opportunity basis To report discrimination call the Fan Housing Center at 616451 The HUD toll-free telephone number tor the hearing unpaired is I 8004127 9275. �The Sun and News. Middleville November 11.2003/ Page 19 Miscellaneous Automotive Business Services Help Wanted 2 PIECE PING pong table APARTMENT IN CALE­ with folding legs, $10.00, DONIA: lovely setting over looking county park, with (616)698-9209. playground, picnic area, Imwii & Garden pretty’ lake for swimming 1976 CASE 220, 10 horse, hy­ fishing, canoeing. 2 bedroom drostatic drive, snow blow­ $570 includes heat. Cats $10er, mower. $1,400 obo, nodogs. (616)891-1840 (616)868-0230 after 6:00pm. CALEDONIA: sharp 1 & 2 FOR SALE: 1991 Toro reel bedroom apartments in the master, 7 gang reel mowers, country’, $495 & $595 per hydraulic lift. Good condi­ month plus utilities. In­ tion, $6,000. Call (269)948- cludes enclosed garage, no pets. Broadview Country Es­ 4190. tates, M-37 just south of 84th FOR SALE: 1999 Toro reel St. Lease, call John McCleve, master 7-Gang, reel mowers, Smith-Diamond Realty’, Ca­ good condition, $9,000. 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Thaler, who is on doctor’s orders not to play, got into the game in the fourth quarter, took an inbound pass, and scored her first basket of th? season. "Sure this loss hurts, but this is what high school ath­ letics can be about, and should be about. There were tears and hugs for Tiffany,” said Uyl. “It just made that lit­ tle moment worth it. I'm glad she made it.” In a nice gesture, the Trojan seniors were all hon­ ored at Wyoming Park on Tuesday as the Vikings’ cele­ brated their senior night. TK's Thaler. Whitney Robertson. Stephanie Scott, and Megan Steffen were all honored with flowers before the game. Much like at a prom, the seniors were honored, but its the juniors who put on the whole show. Wyoming Park juniors Angel Chan and Joslyn Narber combined for 51 points as the Vikings topped the Trojans 69-39. "Those two girls from Park played tough." said Uyl. Narber led Wyoming Park with 26 points and 12 rebounds, while Chan poured in 25 points. Both were nearly as hurtful to the Trojans with their passes as their shots. Narber could rebound the ball and just toss it down the court, knowing that Chan would beat everyone to the ball and have a lay-up. Chan did a good job of creating lay­ ups for her teammates as well. The Vikings had a 38-21 lead at the half. TK was led by Flaska, who Trojan guard Kristy Hall (left) tries to poke the ball away from Wyoming Park’s Angel Chan in the second half of Thursday night’s contest in Wyoming. (Photo by Brett Bremer) After leading by only 12 at half-time, Byron Center came out hot in the second half Friday to spoil the Trojans’ final home game of the season 72-48. “In the second half they made everything they put up, which is typical of a pretty good team like Byron," said Trojan coach Marcy Uyl. Crystal Zick paced the Bulldogs with 21 points. Sophomore Jessica Flaska did her best to keep her Trojans in the ball game. Limited Time!!! ■ Flaska pulled down 19 rebounds and scored 17 points for TK. “She just battled and bat­ tled underneath.” said Uyl. “When our guards were in some foul trouble she wound up playing some point guard for us. She’s a rock." Juniors Brandi Campbell and Kristi Hall each added -With min. 10 square seven points for Middleville. Siding Purchase v TK would have liked the game to be close, or lopsided in the other direction, but the FACTORY DIRECT SINCE 1953 Call today for your free in-home consultation WINDOWS • SIDING PATIO ROOMS or visit our factory 4717 Broadmoor, Kentwood Caledonia’s varsity girls’ last week with big wins over showroom! basketball team kept pace for Hastings and Holland 616-554-1600 • 1-888-600-3111 third place in the O-K Gold Christian. The Scots topped Holland Christian’s Maroons 44-28 Thursday night. Shelby King led Caledonia with 11 points, and Mindy Bode chipped in nine. Caledonia jumped out early, taking an 11-2 lead in the opening quarter. Julie Slot and Amanda Jandahl each added eight points for Caledonia, which improved its league record to 8-5. Wyoming Park is also 85 in league play. South Christian is 12-1 in Early Morning & Evening Appointments Available conference, with Byron Center in second place at 10Conveniently located on M-37 in Caledonia 3. Tuesday. the Scots got 11 (Right on the uay to orfrom ivork) points from Slot, as they cruised to an easy 46-24 over the winless Hastings Saxons. Hastings scored just four points in each of the first two quarters as Caledonia built a 26-8 half-time lead. TK senior Whitney Robertson looks to pass as the Trojans race the ball up court against Wyoming Park. (Photo by Brett Bremer) Vinyl Siding REE!!! Gutter & Downspout! 0 C ♦ ♦ ♦ General Dentistryfor Children & Adults — NEW PATIENTS WELCOME — Quality dental care in a relaxed and friendly atmosphere. TK junior Brandi Campbell backs in against a Viking defender in the Trojans’ 69-39 loss at Wyoming Park on Thursday. (Photo by Brett Bremer) Scot eagers stay even with Wyoming Park in conference ♦ Christopher J. Hier, ♦ D.D.S. ♦ 616-891-1240 ♦ tossed in 12 points and pulled down 11 rebounds. Campbell had II points. Holly Smith had eight rebounds for TK. The Trojans are now 3-10 in the O-K Gold, with a 6-12 overall record. The league season comes to an end Tuesday when the Trojans visit Caledonia. TK will most likely play at Greenville in the O-K cross­ over contest scheduled for Thursday. Sparta is the sec­ ond most likely option. Class B District action begins for the Trojans Monday. November 17. at Hastings. TK will play the hosts from Hastings at 7:30 p.m.. after the opener between Delton and Lakewood at 5:30 p.m. The Hastings Middleville winner will face Otsego on November 19 at 7:30 p.m.. while the Delton/Lakewood winner will face Allegan at 5:30. The District finals are scheduled for Friday. November 21. at 7 p.m. Your Smile The First Thing People See! Megan Sandtveit added eight points for Caledonia. The Scots end the Gold regular season by hosting Middleville Tuesday, then will partake in the O-K cross­ over matches on Thursday. Based on Tuesday’s contests the Scots will face their coun­ terpart from the O-K White on the road. District action tips-off Monday at Wyoming Park, with the host Vikings taking on Godwin at 8 p.m.. after South Christian’s contest against Kelloggsville. Caledonia will play the win­ ner of the Wyoming Park/Godwin game on Wednesday, November 19 at 8 p.m. The winner of the South Christian/Kelloggsville con­ test will meet Rogers at 6 p.m. November 19. The district final is planned for 7 p.m. Friday, November 21, at Wyoming Park. � https://barrycountyhistoryportal.org/files/original/25/713/SunandNews_2003-11-18.pdf d365a572e1e1c34a5010831fc763e8bc PDF Text Text Your Hometown Newspaper Serving Middleville and Caledonia Areas No. 47/November 18, 2003 132nd year Published by J-Ad Graphics, Inc. Changes planned for intersection of Kinsey and Main by Ruth Zachary Staff Writer The Caledonia Village Council voted Nov. 10 to improve the intersection of Kinsey and Main streets, and to extend the Rail-Trail along Kinsey on both sides to a point on Maple where it will follow the old railroad right of way to 100th Street. Paul Gaides. engineer, explained the north end of Kinsey Street will be brought into the Main intersection at a right angle By curving the street to square the Kinsey comer, where it is now about 120 feet across at the comer, it will be narrower, at about 90 feet The southeast comer of Kinsey/Main forms a sharp angle, and will be eliminat­ ed. A utility pole and ease­ ment will have to be relocat­ ed. The triangle, about 29 feet on each side, is situated near doors at the end of one of the buildings owned by the Caledonia Elevator, which will require obtaining an easement. I'he doors are not often used and it was felt the new street configuration will actually work better for the company and the people it serves, a point for cooperat­ ing with the proposal. The comer of Kinsey and Johnson, however, will not be squared off at this time. The improvements are to include the sanitary sewer replacement under Kinsey at the same time, rather than put new road over 70 feet of old sewer, which might later have to be tom out for replacement This cost to do repairs to the sewer under Kinsey would add about $2,000 to the project over the plan without it. The Kinsey inter­ section cost would come to an estimated total of $10,000. whether it is squared off or not, as part of the Main Street replacement. About $6,000 of the village portion would be involved in sewer replacement. Gaides said the entire Main Street project is esti­ mated now at about $100,000 less than earlier believed, with about 20 per­ cent participation by the MOOT The gravity sewer under Kinsey, at least 40 years old. is not in great condition. It is installed at minimum grade, and cannot be put in at a steeper grade. Gaides explained. Last month it was thought the depth of the sewer should be greater than the existing sewer on Kinsey, but in the interim. Gaides had deter­ mined it would not be neces­ sary to replace that sewer section at a much deeper Ron Howell starts today as Middleville manager by Patricia Johns Staff Writer Ron Howell, former city manager of Cedar Springs, will start work as the village manager of Middleville today, Tuesday Nov. 18. He had been selected at the Village Council’s meet­ ing Nov. 11. After interviews Oct. 25 with Howell and three other candidates, the council had selected Steve Guile, cur­ rently serving as the manager in Beaverton in the Upper Peninsula, as their top choice. Members of the council’s Personnel Committee inter­ viewed both Guile and Howell. Michael Lytle reported to the board saying, "Following these second interviews, the committee believes that both men would be fine choices for the village We gave the nod to Howell because he is available now." Howell will receive a $57,000 salary the first year The pay rises to $59,500 in the second year. Then Howell's salary raises will be the same percentage as other Ron Howell v illage employees. Howell will serve al the pleasure of the council The contract is not for a specific time. After one year. Howell will receive four months sev­ erance pay and insurance coverage as long as he is not dismissed for any illegal activity. Before taking the position Howell had to pass a physi­ cal given by the village physician. level than it now is. At minimum grade the sanitary sewer along Johnson which connects to the Kinsey main will flow as it should to the trunkline sewer on Mam Street, even with future sewer and street improvements. Gaides said. These lines have room to be as much as 30 feet deep, and a greater depth is undesirable because excavation costs are greater, the deeper the cut. Township development across from Johnson and Kraft was raised. Some plan­ ners would like a larger main to replace the existing sani­ tary sewer down Johnson Street, or down Mam Street to accommodate flows from the township. The DEQ would not permit connection to the existing eight-inch lines. Gaides said. Erskine said Village sewer stops at the Duncan Lake/ Johnson intersection. The schools have water extended to the south on Duncan Lake Avenue. The school also has a sewer line which serves facilities at the football field. The size of that line was not known, but Manager Sandra Ayers said Scotsmoor sewer was served by lines through school property. Erskine mentioned plans for another large develop­ ment on Med-O-Bloom farm acreage, which would depend upon sanitary sewer availability. He suggested bringing a larger sewer line down Johnson in anticipa­ tion of these future develop­ ments. President Daryl Penfold said sewer for future devel­ opment would best go through school property, w here there are no roads or homes "There ain’t no way that sewage is going to run through this village." He said what the village has is already adequate, and he would not support putting in larger lines right now, at additional costs to village residents. Gaides pointed out the advantage would be that by using village lines, the town­ ship or developers could share in the cost of the vil­ lage sewer upgrades The council approved going ahead with the same size Kinsey sewer mam. and to have Gaides and Ayers negotiate with the affected business owners for plans and easements on the comer. The change in plans needs to be submined to the MDOT as soon as possible M-DOT has been working with the village on plans to replace sections of Mam Street west of downtown Gaides said he thought the changes would lessen impact from the Rail-Trail users on businesses along Kinsey. The area on Kinsey between Mam and Johnson has the most concentrated "There ain't no way that sewage (from the proposed development at Med-O-Bloom acres) is going to run through this village." - Daryl Penfold, Caledonia Village President The council also approved allocation of four feet on each side of Kinsey to serve the Rail-Trail traffic, to be designated by a painted stripe, separating it from vehicular traffic. In September, it was explained that Kinsey would be widened by four feet on each side of the street, but within the village right of way, with a line marking the paving on both sides of the street. The lanes would actu­ ally be five feet wide. Between Main and Johnson, lines would indicate trail lanes on the existing pave­ ment. From Maple to 100th, the trail would follow the old railroad bed. use. with all parties using every inch of property between boundaries, and Village officials would like to find the most practical compromise. If the village had opted to run the trail down one side of Kinsey, a wider strip would have been needed to deal with the two-way traffic on the trail. This will allow comple­ tion of the portion of the Kent County trail to pass through the village, at the least amount of cost. The trail south of Maple to 100th Street will be completed. The trail lanes on Kinsey will also serve as a walkway for village residents. It does not prevent the trail organiz era from rerouting the trail at a future time. Exact details of how to make a safe crossing past the M-37/100th Street intersec­ tion have not yet been resolved. Other discussion revealed: • Growth affecting village taxable values is expected to continue at the same pace The primary source of growth is from people mov­ ing into Glen Valley. • The Kent County Dram Commission is expected to clear about a half mile of growth along the Emmons Creek Drain between Glen Valley and the lake. Trustee Dan Erskine told the council. The work will be done by the work release program, and will not include any dredg ing. The village wood chip­ per would be used, saving on costs, and trucks will haul away the debris. The Kent County Drain Commission maintains vari­ ous drains in the county, and limits the effort to a budget of $7,5<M) on any dram in a year's time. The work will go as far as the money will allow. Caledonia school supt. candidate interview slated by Cathy Rueter Staff Writer The Caledonia Community Schools Board of Education announced last week it has issued an invita­ tion to Wes VanDenburg to interview for the position of superintendent. VanDenburg, a graduate of Hastings High School, is currently serving as superin­ tendent of the Belding Area Schools, a position that he has held since 2001. His pre­ vious career accomplish­ ments have included the titles of high school princi­ pal, athletic director and board of education member. The board will conducting a formal interview of VanDenburg at 7 p.m. tomorrow. Wednesday, Nov. 19, in the Caledonia High School library. All members of the community are invited and encouraged to attend The board began its search for the successor to retiring Supt. Doug Busman last summer and conducted a first round of interviews. However, board members said they weren’t satisfied they had found the “right fit” for Caledonia, so they started another search. As stated in the Nov. 4 edition of the Sun and News, during the October regular monthly meeting the board revisited the requirements that they originally put forth in the search. A press release was issued by the Michigan Association of School Boards (Dr. Carl Hartman of the MASB is assisting the board with the superintend­ ent search), "The (Caledonia) Board of Education considered the established qualifications and criteria set for this posi­ tion. Of all the criteria reviewed, the top priority was given to character (integrity, honesty, and trust worthiness). Dr. Hartman and the Personnel Committee of the Board believe that Mr. VanDenburg will demonstrate to the school community that he meets the established criteria for this position." VanDenburg is scheduled for discussions during the day with various employee groups, students and parents of the district as well. For more information about the meeting Wednesday night, call the administration office at 616891-8185. In This Issue. • Caledonia Twp. planners want documentation • TK’s MEAP scores among few that did not decline • Deadline to file for Village election is 4 p.m. Nov. 25 • Good Shepherd Lutheran Church recognizes heroes �' Page 2/The Sun and R I LU 8. 2003 Food distribution set for Nov. 25 in Middleville 25 at the UAW Union Hall at 295 Washington St. in Middleville Anyone who is at risk of going hungry qualifies to receive this food. If anyone has to choose between pay­ ing for other expenses such as rent or medicine and buy- The next Middleville food distribution is sched­ uled for 4 p.m. Tuesday. Nov. 25. Just in time for the Thanksgiving holiday, the UAW Local #1002 will be holding a free food distribu­ tion for those in need Nov. Schrocks celebrated silver wedding anniversary Lamar and Teri Schrock celebrated their 25th wedding anniversary on Nov. 4, 2003 with their children, Jami (Cam) Guenther. Jake, and parents and family. Color the Holidays. jr Call soon for holiday appointments. GIFT CERTIFICATES AVAILABLE SMio\, . _ ..y3o!on. inc mg food, or skips meals to make sure their children have enough to eat. they may be at risk of going hun­ gry "The Middleville com­ munity is very blessed to have a group like the UAW Local #1002. who is will­ ing to help take care of those who live with the threat of hunger in the com­ munity.’ said Teresa Osborne, director of devel­ opment for the Food Bank of South Central Michigan. "The union provides funding quarterly, to help continue the distributions through the winter months," said John Anderson. UAW Local #1002 president. "Our hope is to be able to have at least two distribu­ tions a month.” Any person or company interested in helping to fund the food distributions, may send a check to the Food Bank of SCM. P.O. Box 408, Battle Creek. 490160408. with Middleville FFI on the memo line. The donations will be credited to the Middleville United Methodist's account and will go to help pay for the food for the distributions. Donations made to Food Bank member agen­ cies are eligible for a spe­ cial Michigan Tax Credit. The UAW Local #1002 has been distributing food to those in need, since the summer of 2002. The food distributions are a col­ laborative effort among the Food Bank of South Central Michigan. UAW Local #1002, the Middleville United Methodist Church and the Barry County United Way. The Food Bank is a United Way agency. It is a member of America’s Second Harvest and the Food Bank Council of Michigan. Konsignment The cast of Thomapple Kellogg High School's production of The Mouse that Roared” continues to work on their lines and costumes. The young actors are figur­ ing out how to create temporary purple feet, put arrows through a cap and are still looking for two throne like chairs. All will be in order by dress rehearsal on Thursday. Nov. 20 and the performances on Friday and Saturday in the high school auditorium at 7 p.m. Tickets are available at the door for $4 each Tickets still available for ‘Mouse that Roared’ by Patricia Johns Staff Writer Tickets are still available for the Thomapple Kellogg high school theater produc­ tion, “The Mouse that Roared.” Performances are scheduled for 7 p.m. Friday and Saturday, Nov. 21 and 22, in the high school audito­ rium. This play is based on a story by Leonard Wibberly that began as a serial in the Saturday Evening Post. It is a gentle farce with much for the audience to ponder even after almost 50 years. The play includes sharp wit and wisdom with Duchess Gloriana the Twelfth, just 22, trying to keep her tiny country afloat after a California winery does a ripoff of her country’s only product, “Pinot Grand Fenwick.” She is played by Alaina Haselden. Her solution is to declare war on the United States. The method in her madness is that her study of recent his­ tory suggests that the surest way to wealth is to lose a war with the U.S., which then pours aid, relief and rehabili­ tation on the vanquished. When her declaration of war is considered a prank, Gloriana decides to escalate! Caledonia Tully Bascom (played with finesse by Alex Robinson), charge of Grand in Fenwick’s small army of bowmen, launches an attack on New’ York City. But instead of surrendering. Bascom upsets all calcula­ tions and wins. Performing in the Middlevile cast are Caitlin Adams playing the president of the United States. Paul Adams and Kyle Selleck are soldiers. Kaylin Barnes is Mrs. Reiner, Beth Beard is WACJill and Jessica Gias.is WAC Debbie. Jordan Chavis is his pompous best as General Snippet matched only by Keith Fuleki’s Count Mountjoy. Thom Dettman is David Benter, Nick Tumes is Will Tatum, Dwain Reynolds is particularly brainy as Professor Kokintz and Luke Rosenberg pontif­ icates as Mr. Beston, the US Secretary of State. Several students play more than one role. Kyla Sisson performs as Miss Johnson, Pam and the assis­ tant professor. LoriAnn DeWitt is Mrs. Bascom and a student. Elena Gormley is the page and a student. Miki Moore is a soldier and Mary. Michelle Nesbitt is Ann and Miss Wilkins. Sightseers Chaney Robinson and Hillary Welton also perform as Helen and Norma. Keeping the humor coming is Kirsten VanDerMeer performing as an assistant professor and Fran.. Student assistant and stage . manager for this production is Bethany Nelson. This satire should provide laughs and is suitable for oldre children as well as adults. Director Tricia Rickert says, “this year’s play should be a fun escape for those whose spouses are up North hunting.” Tickets are $4 each and are available at the door. 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November 18. 2003/ Page 3 TK Jazz Band preparing for concert next Tuesday The Thomapple Kellogg High School Jazz Band performed this fall at the Griffins* matinee game. They are preparing for their Nov. 25 performance. The Jazz Band will play 10 numbers on Nov. 25 including works by the Beach Boys to straight ahead jazz. The Thomapple Kellogg High School Jazz Band will present a concert in the high school auditorium at 7:30 p.m. Tuesday evening, Nov. 25. Band Director Ray Rickert says, “The jazz band has been busy this fall and has already had three perform­ ances. The 2003-04 jazz band played their debut at the homecoming assembly on Oct. 10. They have since performed for girls' basket­ ball parents' night and. most recently, for the Grand Rapids Griffins.” This year marks the jazz band's third performance at "Hockey Recess," a promo­ tional matinee game prior to which the Griffins hold a sports marketing seminar and have many educational activities for students set up on the concourse of the Van Andel Arena. The jazz band plans to perform at a second regular season Griffins game Saturday, Feb. 14. Still on the calendar for the TK Jazz Band this year are performances at the Central and Western univer­ sity Jazz Festivals. The band will also perform w.th other high school bands at a new jazz festival this April that Mothers and More will meet Nov. 24 The area chapter of Mothers and More will dis­ cuss “Surviving Relatives during the Holiday Season” at 7 p.m. Monday, Nov. 24, at the lower level of the Kids First Learning Place in Middleville. Area mothers and anyone who needs help or advice on how to deal with family and friends during the holidays is invited to attend the meeting. Included will be tips on how to get along with that stress­ ful mother-in-law to what new recipes you could try out on dear old Dad. The Middlevilie/Hastings chapter of Mothers and More meets year-round on the sec­ ond and fourth Mondays of each month at 7 p.m. The group provides moms with a child-free meeting to relax and enjoy a wide variety of relevant topics to moms. Mothers and More also offers mom-to-mom support, on-line networking, charity fund-raising, play groups, volunteer opportunities, pro­ fessional development, “Mom's Night Out” and more. Mothers and More is an international not-for-profit support group dedicated to improving the lives of moth­ ers. For further information, call (269) 795-5242. has been created by the Thomapple Arts Council. The jazz band also can be seen at every home boy’s basketball game this year. 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Sher Ablett, owner of the boutique, said the cost covers the luncheon at the cafe, the tip and a raf­ fle ticket as well. The fashion show will be the first official outing for “Lady Scarlett." the local chapter of the ladies of the Red Hat Society. Shirley Flynn, representing the Lady Scarlett chapter, encourages other attend For about call charter members to the show. further information the show/luncheon. Ablett at Jansher Boutique at 616-891-5868. The Fresh Start Cafe is located in the 9866 Cherry Valley, near 100th Street. te LOCAL CHURCH DIRECTORY ALASKA BAPTIST CHURCH A Liling Church - Sorting a Liling Lord 9 30 10 35 . .10 50 6 00 Family Night 6:00 Morning Worship Fellowship Time Sunday School Evening Praise WEDNESDAY a a a p p m m m m m 7240 6Hth Street. SE - Caledonia 2 miles east of M-37 Pastor, Dr. Hrtan F Harrison Youth Pastor Kettn Stiles C 0 M U Bl I a place to belong I I CHURCH a place to become (Contemporary, Casual, Non-denominational) Sunday Morning Worship 9 30 ft 11:00 a.m. 8175 Broadmoor Caledonia Rr\ Mu hael Stowell, lead Pastor Rev. David Moorhead. Assoc Pastor Joe Cipcu . Worship leader Denny Houma. Youth Pastor Church Office 616-89!-0287 Visit our web site www.brightside.org CALEDONIA CHRISTIAN REFORMED CHURCH “A Church with a caring heart for our community and the world" Sunday Worship ........................... 9: 30 a.m. and 6:00 p.m. (Child & Adult) (During the School Year) Rev. R. Scott Greenway, Pastor Jack Dejong. Pastor of Worship & Adult Ed. JoAnne DeBlaay, Youth Director Al Tiemeyer, Community Calling Church Office: (616)891 1512 M-37 at 100th St. CALEDONIA HOLY FAMILY CATHOLIC CHURCH FIRST BAPTIST CHURCH OF MIDDLEVILLE M-37. north of Middleville • “*95-9726 Bnxc N. Stewart. Senior Pastor Tim A. Vine. Pastor Youth Douglas G. Beason. Visitation Pastor Gary Weaver. Musk Minister Pastor David stew art. CE Children's Pastor Phone 891-9259 Saturday Evening Mass ... .5:00 p.m. Sunday Mass . .9:00 a.m. & 11:00 a.m. 708 W. Main Street Morning Worship Service Sunday School Evening Worship Service 10:00 a m. 11:15 a.m 6:00 p.m. YOU ARE INVITED Rev Tom DeVnes, Pastor - 795-9901 Middleville Good Shepherd Wesleyan Church Lutheran Church 8:45 *.m. and 10 30 am . . 10:30 a.m. (Nursery Available Throughout) Rev. Noonan Kohns. Pastor (616) 891-8167 Church Office : 6164191 8669 Fax 891-8648 • www cakdoniaumc.org ConiHiitnitv of 9 30 a m. 11 00 a.m. 1! 00 a.m Worship Sunday School Adult Bible Class Rev E. Anthony Sikora Church: (616) 795-2391 GRACE UNITED REFORMED CHURCH Proclaiming the Whole Counsel of God ew Life RISTIAN CHURCH 10 AM Sunday Morning Services at 9:30 a m and 6 p.m. 3449 - 76th St. S.E., Caledonia 698-9660 9255 84th Street, Alto, Ml 49302 On? mile east of Whitneyville Rd A Church for today’s world Spirit-filled family Church. Rev P Adams Plume 891-8440 ALASKA CONGREGATION Church School. Sunday . 9:45 am Pause Staging . 1050 am Morning Worship . 11:00 am ( Wed Fellowship 7:30 pm Pastor E.G. Frizzed | Church Ph. 616-8684810 • Pastor j Ph 616^97-6780 Sgr tod Traditional Service Acoustic Praise &• Worship Service 8:30 AM 1100 AM St Paul Lutheran Church Wednesday Mid-Week at the Oasts . .700 PM Sunday School 8r Adult Bible Study 94S AM All Services have a Nurserg available • Barrier Free Pastor Robert Gerke • Pastor David Ziehr SS. CYRIL and METHODIUS CHURCH 12200 Weu M-179 Highway (Chief Noonday Road) Wayland. Ml 49348 Meeting you. your friends, and your family right where you 're at. Sunday Worship: 900 un. or 10.30 *_m Wednesday Worship 6:30 p.m. 269-795-7903 w w w gunlakeconmiunitychurch.org Mass Mass Preaching the Living Word Serving The Risen Lord Sunday School ........................ 9 30 a.m Sunday Morning Worship . .10:30 a m. (Jr. Church & Nursery available ) Currently meeting at: Emmons Lake Elementary 8950 Kraft SE, Caledonia Rett Dennis Ross Church: (616) 868-7425 ®)e i?letl)obi5t CljurcI) UNITED METHODIST CHURCHES 5590 WiitneyviUe Ave., S.E. Alto. Ml 49302 Sunday School... 10:00 am. Morning Worship... 11:00 am. Evening Worship...6:00 p.m. Wednesday Prayer Meeting...7:00 p.m. Mass Mass THORNAPPLE BIBLE CHURCI I Sunday School for ages 3 yr. thru 6th grade: Sr. High. Sun. 6:30 pm Jr. High, Sun. 6:30 pm GUN LAKE COMMUNITY CHURCH & PRESCHOOL Middleville - Parmelee Middleville UMC Is temporarily meeting at: 9266 Parmelee Road 9:30 o.m...................................... Sunday School 11:00 a.m....................................... Worship Hour Website: WW.unK.middleYife.QrQ Rev. Royle Bailard, Pastor ____________Phone 868-6437____________ Rev Lee /Mchman Church Office Phone: 795-9266 WAYFARER. COMMUNITY Lakeside Community Church A Place for Family & E riends 6201 WhrtnewiUe Asenue. Aho CHRISTIAN REFORMED Contemporary Worship 9:30am. Sunday School for .All Ages 10.45am Evening Worship 6.00p.m. Pastor Roger Huhman • Church Office: 868-0391 w.takesadecomnauuiy org Leighton Church 8146 68th St. near WhrtneyvRe Ave + St MitsiwPaul Lutheran Church Comer of 84th St and Kraft in Caledonia 1 mile west of M-37 159 131st Avenue Phone (269) 792-3543 Worship Times: Service Times: Saturday.................... 4:00 p.m Sunday School....................................................... 9:45a.m. Sunday....................... 9:30 a.m Morning Worship.......................................11 :00 a.m. Evening Worship..—............................................ 6:00p.m.Weekdays: Youth Group:................................ 6:00 p.m. Sunday Wednesday...............7:30 p.m. Midweek 7:00 p.m. Wed. Thursday & Friday..... 9:30 a.m. 9:30 a m. Thurs. 250 Vine Street t M 37 to Emmons to Vine i Worship Services Children's Sunday School M-37 in Ibving) 1664 N. M-37 Highway Middleville, MI 49333 • 945-1555 Located near the corner of M-37 and McCann 908 W. Mam Street (Missouri Synod) a CALEDONIA T UNITED METHODIST Sunday, Nov. 23: Christ the King Sunday Sermon Topic. "The King’s Final Word" mki oh SI XDAYSFJIYK L TIMES Office Phone 8r3\-8fJtt • www StPaulCaledonia.org Kraft Avenue at Johnson Street Rev. Dave LeBlanc, Pastor 9:45a.m 11:00 a m. 600p.m 6:45p.m. 645p.m. Sunday School Sunday Morning Worship Service Sunday Evening Service Wednesday Mid-Week Prayer Word of life Clubs MIDDLEVILLE CHRISTIAN REFORMED 2415 McCann Rd. (1 9:15 AM Morning Prayer • I H» A M Holy CcwnmuakM Wrdnevhiy Srrmr (>00 I’M Evening Prayer Rt Rev Dovid I Hustwck Rectac Ctwch269-TO-23?0 Rectory Mfp //www chuchweknet crxrc* andewmar Located in Lnghton Tow nship CHURCH Now meeting at: Thornapple-Kellogg School Auditorium Worship 10:00 a.m. Rev. Dr. Jack Doorlag. Interim Minister Ntmery & children s activities available For more information (616) 891-8119 or www.peacechurcb.ee Redeemer Covenant Church —Lighting Up Lives for Cod— Sunday (Lorner of 2nd Street and 14 2nd Avenue Worship 9:30 am Sunday Mornmg Vontap B 30 air. Tradaxmal llOOia Comemporan Sunday school lor Al Apes KWO am sundn Evrnmg Serve MO pm F» Fnends Pre-school-5* < sepL-ApnU AJO pm Christian Educate RAS TOWKSENO. Pnaur (610) 891-*)a • le^htorwhurch org Hour HOC am Wednesday Family Night 5:45^00 pm Pastor Paul M Hillman louth Pastor Band Erikson 6951 Hanna Lake Avenue. Caledonia 616^9M(M)1 redeemerthsenjiet wvnutdeemeKOvmantMrg A memba of Pt fwnfdkd CemmmN CMKhts ofAtmna CHURCH Finding the Way Together! An informal, contemporary church committed to our community Sunday Worship is at 10:00am in Caledonia Middle School’s cafeteria. Everyone is welcome! Pastor: Rev Josh Blunt Contact our Dutton office at (616) 65-65- WAY Check our web site www.waxfarerLL.org WHITNEYVILLE Bible Church 8546 WNtneyvie Ave at 84tn St • 891-8661 "The Church where everybody is somebody . .and Jesus is Lord" Meeting at Caledonia High School Sunday School 930 a m Sunday Momrg Wonhp 1030 a m Meetng at chapel on Whtneyvie Ave Sunday Evening Woahp 6 00 p m Wed M»awee* Prayer A ftfcie Study 7 00 p.m Rev Thoma 9uys. Pastor • Dev Kart Bartor. Assoc Pastor Aeotfe org �The Sun and News. MKJdtevUte. November 18. 2003/ Page 5 Gun Lake women’s club has busy, fall big changes Members of GFWC-Gun Lake Area women’s club kicking off their fall season in September with a 20th anniversary celebration. Eighteen 1983 founding members attended, along with other special guests. Club founder Joan Weick and Fran Leonard, club pres­ ident. presented a ‘mock’ interview with survey answers compiled by Ruth Perino. Art Department chair. Weick was “Katie Couric" and Leonard was a “founding member ” Judy Smith, club vice president, handled the Jingo mixer with guests and mem­ bers. "I can hardly believe we are 20 years old already," said Weick. "We’re better than ever and still growing." The 45th anniversary of Girlstown in Belleville was next on the docket for Leonard and member Lucille Hecker. Girlstown is a GFWC-Michigan project started by clubs in the Southeastern District many years ago. It is a transition residential placement for troubled youth who need a hand at learning how to be responsible adults. "Girlstown is very worth­ while and an impressive place to visit" said Leonard. Remembrances are many, now that the 2003 Home Tour is finished. The stops included Birdie Wierenga’s condo, the Vanschiak’s "Gingerbread House." Denise & Ron Kraai’s The GFWC-Gun Lake Area women’s club enjoyed a luncheon and presentation by Deanna House at the Yankee Springs Golf Club on Nov. 12. Deanna House demonstrated seasonal recipes and provided humorous commentary during her talk to the GFWC-Gun Lake area women’s club meeting on Nov 12. remodeled stone cottage. Barbara Albrecht’s special home on Payne Lake and Dorothy Jones’ home-in-thewoods on Briggs Road. Food and fun at the Hospitality Center was provided by Sticks N Stones. "Plans are already being made for next year," said Marjory Richards, event chair. For more information, call her at (269) 795-3969. October began with the Southwestern District (SWD) Convention in Wayland, hosted by GFWC Gun Lake and Ladies Library Club of Wayland. The event was attended by 12 GFWC-Gun Lake Area members, Leonard, Richards. Weick, Smith, Bea DeWeerd. Phyllis Ullery, Jose Vogel. Frances Mlynarchek. Linda Rough, Corrine Andrews and first­ time attendees, Betty Hendricksen and Patricia Johns. Leonard was elected to the SWD second vice president’s position for the 2004-2006 term. Workshops, brainstorming sessions, arts, crafts, and hobbies displays kept the members of nine counties of the Southwestern District busy and entertained. Also in October was the movie OUTPOST VIDEO SUPERSTORE Glen Valley Retail Center M-37 891-9303 Open Weekdays 10 am to 11 pm & midnight on Fri. & Sat. 5-DAY RENTALS All Movies and Games Entire Month of November! Our way of saying... *7honk and cMa^pit 7lianTeAaw^na joint venture to Turkeyville for dinner and play. "Oklahoma" with the GFWC Hastings Women’s club. This joint social event has been going on for the past six years. Nan Button of the Hastings Club and Leonard co-chaired this event. GFWC-Gun Lake Area women are part of the Allegan Federation and par­ ticipated in the fall meeting at the Griswold Center in Allegan. Next was the GFWC Great Lakes Conference in Michigan City, Ind. Weick. Leonard, Richards and Vogel attended. GFWC-Gun Lake Area is part of the Southwestern District, which includes the Allegan Federation; clubs in Michigan are part of the Great Lakes Region; and all are part of the national organization. The club meeting loca­ tions changed this month. "With the sale of Bay Pointe, our club will have the opportunity to sample, once again, other restaurants in our area," said Leonard. Yankee Springs Golf Club was the site of the Nov. 12 meeting with Deanna House, free-lance food writer for the Grand Rapids Press and the Kalamazoo Gazette. Sam’s Other Joint on Briggs Road will be the site for the Dec. 10 meeting and the annual holiday program featuring the Thomapple-Kellogg Honors Choir and violin pre­ sentations from some of the GFWC-J&J Juniorettes. New starting times for the meetings is 10 am. Locations for subsequent meetings will be announced. Call (269) 795-8731 for information and reserva­ tions. Also in November there were Thanksgiving baskets, hats and mittens for elemen­ tary school kids, holiday cards for the veterans in Battle Creek, plus Christmas gifts for the residents at the Laurels of Sandy Creek Nursing Home in Wayland. GET ALL THE NEWS OF BARRY COUNTY! Subscribe to the Hastings Banner. Call 945-9554 for more information. Caledonia American Legion #305 FISH FRY November 21 Starting at 5:30 p.m. $7.50 Air conditioned, remodeled hail for rent, call 891-1882 or details. 0*575606______ ’f_______________ h Cree e Jus! 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November 18. 2003 New books at TK School and Community Library Adult Fiction: High Druid of Shannara, by Terry Brooks; The Teeth of the Tiger, by Tom Clancy; Blindside, by Catherine Coulter; White Death, by Clive Cussler; Full Speed, by Janet Evanovich; To the Nines, by Janet Evanovich; Sinner, by Tess Gerrisen; Bleachers, by John Gnsham; Angry Housewives, by Loma Landvik; Shutter Island, by Dennis Ixhane; The Pursuit of Alice Thrift, by Elinor Lipman; Diary, by Chuck Palahniuk; Remember When, by Nora Roberts; The Wedding, by Nicholas Sparks. Johnny Angel, by Danielle Steel. Adult Non-Fiction: Sea Biscuit, by Laura Hillenbrand. Children's Fiction: Close Your Eyes, by Kate Banks; Good Night. Sweet Butterflies, by Dawn Bentley; Snuggle Puppy, by Sandra Boyton; Muncha! Muncha! Muncha!. by Candace Fleming; Who Moved My Cheese?, by Spencer Johnson; I Stink’, by Date McMullan; Old McDonald Had a Farm, by Ann Owen; Epossumondas. by Coleen Salley; Duck on a Bike, by David Shannon; Dear Mrs. Larue Letters From.... by Mark Teague; Knick-Knack. Paddywhack, by Paul Zeunsky. Children's Fiction Kit: Moma Don't Allow, by Thacher Hurd; Mole Music, by David McPhail; Joseph Had a Little Over, by Simms Taback; There Was An Old Lady Who. by Simms Taback. Children's JE Fiction: Flag For All. by Larry Brimmer; Money Trouble, by Larry Brimmer. Children’s JE Fiction Kit: Philadelphia Chickens. Wind storm hits area; power outages linger by Patricia Johns Staff Writer Wednesday. Nov. 12 will be an evening many resi­ dents will remember. Some have marked it on their cal­ endars so that they can talk with their insurance agents about repairing damage. While the storm was not quite a deep as meteorolo­ gists on television were warning, for many residents the biggest problem was the loss of electricity. Power loss was brief for some, but for others the out­ age lasted more than 18 hours Some homes lost their Happy Anniversary! Jim & Peg Beuschel 1 will be celebrating their 40"' Wedding Anniversary on November 22. They were united in marriage at St. Paul Lutheran Church in Caledonia, in 1963. Their children include Barb (Scott) Schiefla of ’ Caledonia, Julie (Ty) Jones of Marietta. GA. Kelly Hurth of Caledonia, and Jamie (Dan) Miller of Hastings. They have 9 grandsons and 2 granddaughters cable television lines, tele­ phone and DSL connections. Pleasantview Elementary School south of Hastings was closed Thursday due to a power outage. According to Consumers Energy, more than 210,000 of its customers from Allegan north to Traverse City and west to Flint and Battle Creek lost power. On Friday more than two dozen homeowners in Hastings were still without power. By Saturday morning power had been restored to all Barry County Consumers Energy customers. According to Great Lakes Energy more than 40.000 of its customers lost power. Most power in the Barry county area was restored by late Thursday. According to a company press release issued Friday afternoon only isolated outages remained in Barry County. Residents were encouraged to seek emergency shelter if their power was not restored by 8 p.m. Both companies repeated­ ly warned homeowners not to touch downed power lines. o Have you owned the property over three years ? o Zs your interest rate 8.00% or higher? by Sandra Boynton. Children's J Fiction: Judy Moody Gets Famous, by Megan McDonald; Junie B. Jones, first grader toothless wonder #20. by Barbara Park; Freaky Friday, by Mary Rodgers; Harry Potter and the order of the Phoenix, by J.K. Rowling. Children's J Non­ Fiction: Out and about at the bakery. by Jennifer Ericsson; Because I could not stop my bike and other poems, by Karen Jo Shaprio. Tips for parents to avoid ‘gimmies’ in grocery aisles By Mark Sullivan Executive Director Michigan 4C Association Q. It is so embarrassing. You take your three-year-old grocery shopping and she just wants to get out of the cart and pull items off the shelves. She's even thrown a temper tantrum right there in the checkout line. What can you do? A. Kids are people, too! Grocery store planners spend a lot of energy trying to get you to impulsively grab items from the shelves, so it's not very surprising that your child gets their mes­ sage, even if you don’t. In fact, think about the ways you avoid impulse buying, and apply those rules: • Plan ahead - reduce the number of trips to the store, and leave her in the care of others for some of those trips. • Shop from a list - it saves time and keeps trips w ithin a child's attention span. • Shop when you and she are well-fed and rested. Tired and hungry is no way to grocery shop. Once you are at the store, allow the child to participate: • Stop for a moment and focus your attention com­ pletely on her as she helps pick out a box of cereal or something else safely. Children want to explore their environments and if you can. let them out of the cart as you watch. Remember, a two-minute pause in the aisles may seem long, but a tantrum at the chekcout lane lasts an eterni­ ty• Make trips fun by play ing “I Spy.” or asking ques­ tions that require thinking. Engagements Meek-Leckron to wed Feb. 28 Danny and Carolyn Leckron of Columbus, IN and Jim and Becki Meek of Hastings are delighted to announce the engagement of Lori Ann Leckron and Scott Timothy Meek. Lori is a 1992 graduate of North High School and a 1996 graduate of Liberty University. She is currently employed at Health Motion Physical Therapy. Scott is a 1996 graduate of Barry County Christian School and attended Cedarville University and Cornerstone University. He is currently employed by MCC Construction. The wedding is planned but don't seem like a quiz. For example. “Help me find the things that are heavy, so we can put them in the bot­ tom of the bag " • If you are going to pur­ chase an item for your child, carefully limit the choices before she makes a decision. Here’s the trap to avoid: Dad. looking for a break, says, “OK. you can pick one out yourself.’’ Child lunges for the most expensive, gooeyist. sugarladen or sharpest object in sight, saying. “I want THAT one.” Dad. now grabbing the child’s forearm, “No. you can’t have THAT one.” Child demonstrates mas­ tery of valuable debate skills with comeback. BUT YOU SAID I COULD CHOOSE! If you do find yourself in a situation like this, lake a deep breath. You are still a gtxxJ parent, you just happen to have an upset child. As long as the child poses no real danger to herself or any­ thing else your best bet might be to acknowledge her feelings, “I’m sorry. I know you wanted that one, and I should have been more clear...” When you get home, con­ sider reading her a good book - such as The Berenstain Bears Get The Gimmies by Stan and Jan Berenstain. Reach your local Michigan 4C agency with your ques­ tions about young children by calling I 866-4CHILD CARE during business hours from your home phone. Look for more child care tips at www.414C.org. Email your ZERO TO FIVE ques tions to Sullivan^ ini4c.org for Feb. 28, 2004 at Ada Bible Church. Chiropractic Care for the Whole Family Tanya M Seif D.C.,F,I.C.P.A. Certified in Pediatrics and Prenatal Care If you answered yes to these three questions, it’s time to refinance your property in order to take advantage of today s low interest rates! Cail or stop in to see Melanie Salamone in Caledonia or Karen Scoby in Middleville for more information. Hastings City Bank • • . . . • Cotte Ear Infections Nutritional Consulting Women’s Health Pregnancy Care Headaches Seif Chiropractic 9090 S. Rodgers Ct. Caledonia 1 891-8153 I | I FREE Consultation and Exam ' worth 545.00 Just present this coupon when you visit. Otter expires 12-154)3 I * �The Sun and News, Middtevilte. November 18. 2003/ Page 7 Frank W. Richter MIDDLEVILLE - Frank W. Richter, age 70. of Middleville, passed away Friday. Nov. 7. 2003 at Pennock Hospital. Hastings. Frank W. Richter was bom on March 23. 1933 at Akron. Ohio the son of Howard W. Deanna Lovell. Richard and Cora Alice May (Hardy) Rose. Matthew Rose; six Richter. great grandsons. Dylan He was raised and attend­ Schultz. Tanner Schultz. ed school in Akron. Ohio Brett Schultz. Easton Frank was employed at Voorhees. Ronnie Voorhees. Hastings Manufacturing Co. Gabriel M. Lovell; brother. and retired after 30 years of Clifford (Laune) Belson of service. Paw Paw. sister. Norma He served in the United (Joe) Lince of Mission. States Navy during the Texas; several nieces and Korean War. nephews. Frank loved spending his He w as preceded in death winters with his wife in by his parents. John and Texas. Elma Belson; brothers. Veryl Belson and Ron Belson; sis­ ters. Nora Seeber and Erma Belson HASTINGS - Myrtle B Funeral services were held Bryans. age 92, of Monday. Nov. 17, 2003 at Hastings, died Thursday. the Beeler Funeral Chapel. Nov. 13, 2003 at Middleville. Pastor Douglas Tendercare of Hastings. Beason officiating. Mrs. Bryans was bom on Interment Irving Cemetery. Oct. 9, 1911 in Montcalm Irving Township. County. Michigan. the Memorial contributions daughter of Arthur and may be made to the Lilas (Huntley) Coleman. American Cancer Research. She came to the Hastings Arrangements were made area at age 5. She attended by Beeler Funeral Chapel. Fisher. Quimby and Middleville. Hastings schools. She was married to Carl R. Bryans on Aug. 4. 1928. She lived most of her mar­ ried life in the Hastings area. She was employed as a He enjoyed hunting, fish­ ing. mushrooming, traveling clerk in many Hastings tn his motor home and espe­ businesses. Myrtle was a loving cially enjoyed living at his wife, mother and grand­ Gun Lake home. Mr. Sothard is survived by mother. Mrs. Bryans is survived is wife, Betty; daughters, Linda (Warren) Thaler of by daughters, Betty James Gun Lake - Middleville. of Hastings. Belva (Robert) of Woodland, Nancy (Gary) Head of Barry DeWitt. Mary Sothard of Evelyn (Kenneth) Sprague Hastings, Elaine Holt; six grandchildren; and of a brother. Donald (Norma) (Raymond) Cooley of Hastings; sons, Robert Sothard of Hastings. of Preceding him in death (Marilyn) Bryans and Richard were his parents and a broth­ Hastings of er. Maurice Sothard, in 1918. (Betty) Bryans Services were held Middleville; 16 grandchil­ Saturday. Nov. 15. 2003 at dren; 27 great grandchil­ Wren Funeral Home. Rev. dren; and sister, Inez Miller of Hastings. Kathy Brown officiated. Preceded her in death Burial was at Hastings Riverside Cemetery with full were her husband, Carl on military honors. Memorial contributions may be made to Barry I Community Hospice. I Arrangements by Wren I Funeral Home, Hastings. I Richard H. BeIson------------------------------------HASTINGS - Richard H. Be I son. age 69, of Hastings, went to be with his Lord and Savior. Thursday, Nov. 13, 2003 at home Richard was bom on July 24, 1934 in Hastings, the son of John C. and Elma E. (Norton) Be I son He was raised in Barry County, attended Thomapple Kellogg Schools, graduating in 1951. He was married to Edna E. Ezell on Aug. 14. 1955 at Lafayette. Georgia, and resided in the Hastings area thereafter. Richard was employed at Maynards Water Conditioning, and Herbrucks Poultry Ranch for 20 years. He proudly served his country in the United States Navy in Korea. He received a National Defense Service Medal. He was a member of the American Legion and the First Baptist Church of Middleville. Richard was an outdoor enthusiast, with a special fondness for golfing, fishing and hunting. Most of all he was a caring and loving husband, father, grandfather and great grand­ father. and enjoyed spending time with his loved ones. He is survived by his wife of 48 years. Edna E. Belson; three sons, Richard M. (Mary A.) Belson of Sturgis. Ronald B. Belson of Middleville and Randy] J. Belson of Middleville: nine grandchildren. Brandon Belson. Alec Belson. Rachel Belson. Bryan Belson, Nicole (Matt) Schultz. Mandy (Robert) Voorhees. Gordon D. Sothard GUN LAKE MIDDLEVILLE Mr Gordon D. Sothard. age 80. of Gun Lake Middleville died Tuesday. Nov. 11, 2003 at his residence. Mr. Sothard was bom on Oct. 9, 1923 at Hastings. Mich., the son of Henry and Lida (Brady) Sothard. He was raised in the Hastings area and attended Hastings schools, graduating in 1941 from Hastings High School. He served in the United States Marine Corps from Dec. 9. 1942 until his honor­ able discharge on Dec. 6, 1945. He was married to Betty J. Cooper on July 13, 1946. He has lived at his Gun Lake home since 1959. Mr. Sothard's employment included: stock broker; owned and operated the Northside Grocery and the Chuck Wagon Restaurant at Gun Lake, former Saxon’s Drive-In in Hastings; Barry County abstractor and for Ionia County for a brief time; and was administrator for the former Barry County Juvenile Home for several years. He was a former member of the school board for Thomapple-Kellogg in Middleville He loved to fish and do his wood crafts. Most of all. he was a car­ ing. loving husband, father, grandfather and great grand­ father. enjoyed spending time with his loved ones. Survived by his loving w ife of 40 years. Arlou Richter: three sons. Ken (Claudia) Richter of Grand Rapids. John Richter of Coats Grove. Hastings. Kim (Kathy) Sears of Jamestown; two daughters. Kathy (Terry) Keltsch of Hastings and Debra (Richter) Price of Hastings; eight grandchil­ dren. Hidie. Tennille. Jeremy. Shane. Nikole. Ashlie, Jordan and Daniel; three great-grandchildren. Dontea. Haley and Joshua; two sisters. Juanita and Peggy of Akron. Ohio: Aunt Dorothy Glover of Hastings. A memorial service was held Friday morning. Nov. 14. 2003 at the Beeler Funeral Chapel. Middleville. Rev. Ken Vaught and Pete Montague officiating. Interment Mt. Hope Cemetery’. Middleville. In lieu of flowers, memori­ al contributions may be made to the American Cancer Society or American Heart Association. Arrangements by the Beeler Funeral Home. Middleville. Myrtle B. Bryans March 9. 1991; brother Aldon Coleman; half sister Nita Martz; brother-in-law Orval Fountain and son-inlaw. Robert James. Services were held Saturday. Nov. 15. 2003 at Wren Funeral Home. Rev. Roberta Shaffer officiating. r I cChe <58arrp tf€isterical Qi>fcietp I presents | I A Book About Veterans of Barry County I Who Served in the World War II Em I Price...................... 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"Everyone walks in here and says ‘it’s so cozy’." “Here” happens to be a smaller location just down the sidewalk from the previ­ ous home of Rainbow s End. still located in the Caledonia Village Center. Though Groendyke and her husband. Jim, co-owner of Rainbow’s End. have given up much of their space and some of the previous inventory, they seem to feel that the trade was well worth it. "It’s an entirely different atmosphere than the other store." said Jim of the new store, once the home of Snyder’s Home Entertainment, located mid­ way in the mall. "(The new store) has character." The Grocndykes are happy to be in their new space complete with lower level, main area and loft. This is their fourth location since they started Rainbow’s End nearly 21 years ago (January 2004) and it seems to suit them just fine, thank you. Their first location, next to Sam’s Joint on Main Street in Caledonia and their sec­ ond. in the current space of Contempo Salon, held the growing business for just Jim and Judy Groendyke s path to their “cozy little store" has been a bumpy one, riddled with severe health problems for both. But their path seems to be paved with health and Sunrider herbs now days. three years. But their last location, at the north end of the center, remained a fixture in their lives for 18 years. So why the change? "It was God’s direction." explains Judy. "We’ve tweaked our business down to concentrate on four (main) areas." Sunrider Herbs, balloons, yams and framing services are showcased in their new location mingled with a modest selection of (small) toys, craft items, baskets and gifts. This direction comes after much soul searching and thought into where they Faithful framing customers to Rainbow's End need not worry; custom framing is still a standard at the new location. The loft holds knitting classes in addition to the office, extra storage and framing workspace wanted their lives to progress. The couple have raised four children (three are still in the vacinity) and are often with their nine grandchildren. But it was severe health problems that seemed to start the chain of events that has culminated with the move. "(About) seven years ago Jim made our home handicap accessible. I couldn't go up and down the stairs. I could­ n’t get out of bed (without help). I couldn’t dress myself. All because of Osteo-arthritis."explained Judy. "(Also). Jim had two heart attacks." PRIMELINE HOME EQUITY LOAN 2.49% aprx Save money over high-rate credit cards and loans! No closing fees!** Fast and easy application process! Personalized, friendly service! 6 convenient locations! For those trying to find that special yarn or pattern for knitting and crocheting, Rainbow’s End still carries a wide variety of both. The couple believes that Sunrider Herbs proved to be their liberation from the debilitating health problems. That belief stems from the fact that Judy is back behind the counter at Rainbow’s End and busier than ever. "Doctor’s can not pick up any evidence of a heart attack on (Jim’s) EKG. It’s the healing of our herbs. Jims heart has been healed. my allergies that I’ve dealt with since I was 12...my Osteo-arthritis is under con­ trol. "I’m able to bend. I can go up and down the stairs. I can keep up with the grandchil­ dren." then she smiles, "they have to keep up with me now." "Jim built our (new) home, remodeled our cottage — with multiple steps. The (store) move Jim did all by himself except the boys helped with the heavy things one Saturday. He designed the layout and everything himself. Does that sound like someone who’s had two heart attacks?" 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In fact, these four are using their vacation time travels to help their students better understand the world in which they live. Caledonia Middle School teachers Helena Risdon, Henny Stauffer and Cindy Whalen, as well as Kettle Lake Elementary teacher Diane Blain, all took trips that offered educational opportunities out of the norm this summer. The teachers are using their newfound information in the classroom this year. Whalen previously was interviewed in the Sun and News (July 15 issue) after having just returned from Japan. She spent three weeks in various parts of Japan as a participant in the Fulbright Memorial Fund (FMF) Teacher Program. The program is designed as an opportunity to explore and learn about Japan through this means of cultur­ al exchange. An excerpt from her previ­ ous interview gives a Helena Risdon. seventh grade teacher, takes a break from her trek up to the summit of Mauna Kea Volcano in Hawaii. Henny Stauffer, seventh grade teacher, relaxes for a moment as she hiked up to 9,000 feet on Mt. Kilamanjaro during her trip to Africa this summer. Cindi Whalen, CMS sixth grade teacher, stands with her Japanese host family, Teturo Sasaki, and his wife, Reiko, in front of the Hirosaki Castle, near Kuroishi. Whalen learned much from her weekend with the cou­ ple during her three-week trip to Japan this summer. glimpse into the culture she is sharing with her students: "We started in Tokyo with seminars on everything... government, education, the arts." Whalen said. "We had evenings where teachers were encouraged to go out into the city and see the sights, go shopping, research and gather information to implement (into) our (educa­ tional) plans in our own schools. We were constantly busy." Whalen also spent a week- Tax Headaches?? C&K Business Services may have the aspirin j vu need! ; Stop on infor your : freefinancial : analysis. 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Henny Stauffer, came back with the same enthusiasm about her trip to Tanzania, Africa. "I’ve always wanted to go to Africa," said Stauffer. "I teach a 12-week unit on (Africa)." Stauffer’s long awaited trip took her to four national parks, including Saranghetti, Nogorogoro Crater and Manyanra Lake. One of her favorite parts of the trip was touring the slave "castle" encampment. "The chains were still there," she said, still some­ what awed by the experi- Diane Blain, Kettle Lake Elementary teacher, takes pleasure in being aboard the “Rainier" during her stint as “Teacher at Sea" this past summer. ence. Stauffer seemed most affected by the people of the region. During her stay, she visited a Masaii Indian vil­ lage. "(The Masaii) are nomads. They make spears, neck­ laces. blankets... most (peo­ ple) in Tanzania are crafts­ men. And subsistance farm­ ers. There’s not much indus­ try," she explained. A solemn experience for Stauffer was the level of poverty she saw, both mone­ tary and educationally. "I visited a vocational school for girls. They learn English, to cook, sew, batik and crafts. A small percent (of Tanzanian children) get an education. Fifty percent of kids in Tanzania get to go to school. Out of that. 40% do not make it it past ele­ mentary (age schooling)." But all was not somber and stark. Stauffer went to the Island of Zanzabar to study the spice trade route. She visited a spice farm where (mainly) cloves are grown. Nutmeg and cinnamin are also a big part of the spice harvesting there. Thankfully, she enjoyed the spicy rice dishes of the region. To help her students understand their Africa unit a little better, Stauffer brought back not only trinkets and souvenirs of the territory, but a wealth of valuble knowl­ edge and experiences as well. She can count a vist to the Great Rift Valley, made through the shifting of tec­ tonic plates, hiking up to 9,000 feet on Mount Kilamanjaro and a camel­ back nde on the beach of the Indian Ocean among her summer accomplishments while in Africa. Helena Risdon, another seventh grade teacher, took her summer hiatus in a bit different direction, to the Islands of Hawaii. Risdon received credits through Grand Valley State University during a trip to study the geology and volca­ noes of Hawaii with a GVSU science expedition. During her stay Risdon walked where few Americans have put their footsteps, within hand's reach of a lava flow. Of course, she didn’t actually touch it, but, "During the day we walked the lava fields of Kilauea. We walked close enough to dip hammers in the new lava," she explained. "It’s a place where new land is being formed right in front of you. It was amazing to see that and smell and and feel it." Though Risdon wasn't thrilled with the camping and the cold nights, that’s about all she didn’t care for from her trip. "I was there to get as much as I could to bring back with me. Knowledge, samples, to just be able to ask questions." She smiled as she recalled that her professor forgot to tell his group about the scor­ pions that they would encounter. She also was sur­ prised by the changing cli­ mate. "You have to pack for warm and pack for 50 degrees at the top of the sum­ mit. And the winds that felt like they could push you right off... "I wasn’t prepared for the difference in the landscape.” Risdon said she feels the trip, which she funded her­ self, "helps me explain things better when we come to that area in science. Volcanoes and tectonic plates. I can share the experi­ ence with (my students) and give them details that the book doesn’t offer." To receive credit for the expedition, Risdon had to develop a major lesson plan (and submit it to the profes- Continued on next page �The Sun and News. Mtddtevilte. November 18. 2003/ Page 11 Rainbow's End, continued from page 8 Continued from previous page sor) to follow when she returned to her classroom. Not all of the trip was school related. Parts of it were pure enjoyment.’ "The stars at night." Risdon explained as one of her highlights of the trip, clearly still enthralled by the heavenly scenes played out before her. "The island is so dark "We focused on the good stuff. It was worth being dirty for a couple of days to appreciate this. It's a pnv elege to go places and expe­ rience these things." Speaking of experiencing things. Blam is a veteran in the experience department. But this summer she fulfilled a dream to become a ‘Teacher at Sea” on a NO A A (National Oceanic Atmospheric Administration) expedition. "When I first received the acceptance letter saying that I would be spending two weeks of my summer on a NOAA ship in Alaska. I was very excited,” said Blain This from a woman who’s been around the world, as well as one of the finalists in ‘Teacher on the Trail” (dog sledding in Alaska). "I shared the news with several people," she said. "You can always tell if some one knows what NOAA is all about by the look in their eyes — if they have a blank took. But then someone said. ’NOAA? You mean you're going on an ark?’” To which Blain explained that NOAA is the National Oceanic Atmospheric Administration — “you know, the weather people?” She wasn’t exactly doing weather on a ship but she was on the trip as the “Teacher at Sea” representa­ tive. Blain explained that the application for Teacher at Sea is on their website at www.tas.noaa.gov. "You can choose approxi­ mately when you’d like to go. where you’d like to go. and how long you’d like to go. Program choices include fisheries research, oceano­ graphic and coastal research. and hydrographic surveys. The program is for teachers K-12 in any subject area. Blain said her ship was the Rainier, based out of Seattle. Wash., and working in the waters surrounding Alaska. "Smaller boats are launched to do ocean surveys to determine water depths to form charts, or ocean maps The depths are measured by using echo sounders (sonar). The tide is taken into consid­ eration as well as the salinity (or density), and temperature of the water in determining the sonar’s exacting meas­ urements. "Going on a ship like this is much more than charting. As a teacher, it fosters pro­ fessional growth. I was very lucky in having a terrific roommate who is also a teacher. We shared many ideas and strategies in work­ ing with our students and how to use this program in our classrooms. Some of the perks of being Teacher at Sea aren’t bad. either. "A few of the other added bonuses of being a Teacher at Sea include great food. Alaska King Crab, fabulous choices for all three meals and snacks. A stocked ice cream freezer that’s available 24-7. and even fishing for halibut off the ship at speci­ fied times. The scenery and wildlife are spectacular and if you teach about animal species, biomes, habitats or geology, (which Blain does) you're in for an awesome treat!" Besides working on the ship, Blain was required to fund her transportation there and back, write an article, submit a report to NOAA and create a mini-lesson. Does she and her fellow teachers feel their trips were worth all the time and effort they put forth? Blain seems to sum up the feelings of all four when she explains, "Trips like (these) are truly priceless! The adventure of doing some­ thing that is interesting and innovative definitely rejuve­ nates and revitalizes, making learning very fun!" little store’ was just the tick­ et for their needs and their many faithful customers. The character that Jim speaks of concerning their new store seems to come from the design of the space. "It doesn't fit into the norm." he said. There’s one square cor­ ner." said Judy, explaining that retail space is most often configured for square areas. The unusual shape necessi­ tated a creative and unique layout, just right for the unique blend of inventory. "The lower level has yams, fabric, thread, crafts, LOTS of books, notions and we’re still carrying some greeting cards." she said. The main floor holds the variety/gift items, seasonal, small toys, frames and the framing area. The loft is a classroom space for knitting and for the Sunnder Herbs, skincare and (soon to arrive) makeup parties. "The framing work area and office is up there." said Judy. "And extra supplies for yam." Custom framing, their motto being “You name it. we frame it.” is still a very active part of their business. And as to those specialty craft items that are hard to find. "Give us a call before you look all over. We can special order." said Judy. The smaller size of the new location also allows the Groendyke's to run the shop pretty much by themselves with a little help from long­ time employee. Stacy Kelly. Knitting classes, consist­ ing of 6-8 people, require registration. The next class starts Monday. January 5. 2004. The couple also conduct “Lunch & Learn" classes for doctors, dentists, massage therapists; anyone that wants a skin care party — either at their homebusiness or at the Rainbow's End location. Rainbow's end will be participating in the upcom­ ing open house that several businesses are holding at the Caledonia Village Center. The open house is this Friday. Nov. 21. from 9 a.m. to 6 p.m. and Saturday. 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November 18. 2003 Caledonia Twp. planners want documentation by Ruth Zachary Staff Writer The Caledonia Township Planning Commission con­ sidered three requests that were tabled Nov. 3, resulting in no completed business, largely due to applicants' failure to bring complete documentation to support their plans. Commissioners said at the end of the meeting that not enough information was being provided by applicants in general, as required by the ordinances related to their requests. Commissioner Don Koopmans said there should be certification on acreage which were claimed to sup­ port bonus densities, or which lands were buildable. A planning commission preliminary site plan review sub-committee was dis­ cussed. A check list for applicants has been suggest­ ed before and was discussed again. These proposals included: • A site condo proposal by T & M Partners for a 95.4acre parcel on the shore of Barber Lake near Whitneyville Ave. north of 96th Street essentially was too dense for conditions there, and commissioners asked representatives. Bob Goodheart of Pathfinder Engineering and developer Dan Timmer to make changes in the plan The area around the dis­ trict is zoned for two-acre 211 Johnson St., Caledonia Property is located ! i in the Village of Caledonia. For Private Showing please CALL 1 269 795 2059 or Cell phone 1 -269-506 0640. FEATURES: large 3/4 Acre Lot living Room large Kitchen large Wrap Around Deck Family Room With Woodstove large Masirr Bedroom On Second Floor With Walk tn Closet 2 Other Bedrooms On Second Floor Unattached 2 Stall Garage Walking Distance To School And M Priced at $125,000 Gentle Family. Dentistry Qirjsttmher Tomczyk DPS. Accepting New Patients Office Hours: Mon-Fri by appointment Emergency Patients Welcome General Dentistry, Oral Surgery', Root Canals We participate with Delta. BlueCrossBlueShield, Healthy Kids, and Mi Child 269-945-5656 7/27 West State Street, Hastings Ml t.4,1 J,i.4i, lots. Sandy soils and marl deposits in the area of Barber Ridge Estates were believed by neighbors to be a condi­ tion not suited to housing densities proposed by the developer, where private wells and septic systems would be required and could affect water quality of the lake, wetlands and in wells. The bottom of Barber Lake is still composed of deposits of silted materials left from mining marl. A sample was provided by Peg Kramer. She said the wet­ land vegetation at the edges, only a few feet into the water support the limited lake species still in a state of recovery after several decades. Likewise, riparian owners feared additional lots along the lake would bring in motorized recreational craft, which would further damage the fragile condition of the lake. Damage from lawn fertil­ izers leaching into the lake was another concern. Most pleaded to deny access by all the residents from the 52 proposed homes The neigh­ bors objected to street light­ ing. Area resident Robert VanKleef had said. "To ask for a premium (bonus) because they consent to 20 acres of green space is a reach because wetlands, 16 acres and up are not build­ able. To take these as green space and then earn credit units toward the whole development, I don't think is fair." He said this type of clustering would set a prece­ dent "to the detriment of the people who have lived here for years and years." The numbers used for computing the number of lots, private streets utility easements, open space and buildable vs. non-buildable areas was later challenged by commissioners. Commissioner Wally Bujak said a flood plain dis­ CHARTER TOWNSHIP OF CALEDONIA COUNTY OF KENT, MICHIGAN PUBLIC NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that the Planning Commission of the Charier Township of Caledonia will hold a public heanng on December 1 2003. at 7 00 p m at the Caledonia Township and Village Hall 250 South Maple Street Caledonia Michigan on the application of Davenport University for a special land use under the terms of Section 12A 3(g) of the Township Zoning Ordinance, so as to permit the construction development and use of a University Campus of Davenport University. on a parcel of land commonly desenbed as 6191 Kraft Avenue (Parcel Number 41-23-06-200-037). m the H-C Highway Commercial District and legally desenbed as follows That part of the NE fractional 1/4 of Section 6, T5N R10W desenbed as oommencng at the Northeast comer of said Section 6 thence S00°0824’E 940 70 feet along the East tone of said Northeast 1/4 to the pomt of beginning, thence S00c0624-E 1589 29 feet along said East tone to the E 1/4 comer of sad Section 6. thence N 89' 05 52"W 1317.59 feel along the South tone of sad NE 1/4. thence N00 09WW 1189.32 feet along the West tone o< the East 1/2 of sad NE 1/4; thence N67"05 43*E 341 92 feet tnence N76J11'38' 1031 50 feet io the pomt of begmomg. Caledonia Township. Kent County. Michigan The proposed special land use would nduoe buddings tor educational and related purposes, together with associated off-street parking areas anveways open space ano otner features AH interested persons may attend the pubbe hearing and comment on the proposed speoai land use Written comments may be submitted to the Townsrtp office at the above-stated address up to the time of the pubbe heanng Dated November 12. 2003 07S13836 PLANNING COMMISSION OF THE CHARTER TOWNSHIP OF CALEDONIA trict had been identified at the federal level and asked the planners incorporate information on FEMA maps, and to verify accuracy of the wetlands shown on the site plan proposal in spite of a wetlands survey paid for by King and a specialist in that field. Other commissioners challenged the detention areas, which appeared to drain into a natural water­ shed flowing toward the lake, though it runs toward the outlet of the lake, which would ultimately affect oth­ ers down stream. Drainage plans would need drain com­ missioner approval, with documentation. Chairman Archie Warner asked the developer to address lot sizes and densi­ ties in the next site plan pro­ posal. and said he would like to see less density than pro­ posed. • A private street request for Stauffer s Cove, on a 37acre parcel off Duncan Lake Avenue, to be divided by owner Larry Stauffer, and represented by Ron Van S ingel. This plan will request either eight or nine lots on high ground in the parcel, which also incorporates Van’s Lake. The drawings had w idth discrepancies that needed to be corrected. A draft of the private road agreement was requested, which was being delayed because Van Singel said the final number of lots was not yet known. Additional correspon­ dence from the township engineer was requested. This request may be taken off the table in two weeks, on Nov. 17. • Burke Thompson is attempting to plan building 30 apartments in two. threestory units on five acres of land off 68th Street. The Planning Commission previ­ ously had recommended denial of the proposal, but the Township Board dis­ agreed and sent it back. The commission is now­ looking at setbacks, stormwater and sanitary sewer drainage plans, buffer­ ing plans, a problem with the plan which may fall within a Consumers Energy easement and encroachment on the county dram, with possible impact on Kraft Lake. Documentation for and reso­ lution of all these issues was asked for by the commission. Neighbor Art Homnch characterized the project as "a disgrace." Glass Creek Estates earns Yankee Springs’ approval The Yankee Springs Township Board Thursday night gave preliminary approval to Glass Creek Estates on M-37 being planned by D&B Development. This residential develop­ ment, being planned by Dave Dykstra and Dave VanElst, includes restrictions on building within 30 feet of Glass Creek, which runs through the center of the property. . In other township busi­ ness, there was a discussion of the University of Michigan's plans tobuild a radio tower in the township. No details were made avail­ able. The township continues to work on reviewing zoning ordinances governing manu­ factured housing districts from other municipalities. Streets have been renamed within the township, causing some additional expense and confusion for residents. Payne Lake Road Lakeside was change to Lakeridge Drive., Lakeside Court to Edgecreek Drive and an unnamed portion of Cobb Lake Road paved this year was named Payne Ridge Drive.the intercounty Cuddy Drain assessment Thursday night after a presentation by Barry County Drain Commissioner Tom Doyle. A weed killing contract on Payne Lake was awarded to Weed Patrol of Indiana. Tony Graves assured the board that this was a rep­ utable company whose bid was within the estimates. Jerry Ybema received the contract to insulate and replace the rbof on the well house. No bids were received for improving the drainage around the township hall and other alternatives will be examined. The Township Board also approved $57,000 in two payments for the fire station addition. Work has already started. Under zoning, the board gave final approval to the Cutler Cove Condominium site and is holding a letter of credit to be sure the road will receive its final paving coat in the spring. It has taken eight years for this development to get to when building can begin Preliminary approval was given in October 2001. Following a discussion, the board approved the request by Dixie Schulz to rezone the southeast comer of her property on Payne Lake Road and West Arhana Crest Drive from agricultural to rural residential. She also received approval for her request to subdivide a por­ tion of her property at the same location into three parcels. Township Clerk Jan Lippert reported that the township would receive one new voting machine and a special computer voting machine for the disabled as part of the "Help America Vote” campaign. These machines will be paid for from a federal government grant. The next meeting of the Yankee Springs Board of Trustees will be at 7 p.m. Thursday, Dec. 11, in the township hall. �The Sun and News. Middtevilte. November 18. 2003/ Page 13 TK's MEAP scores among few that did not decline by Patricia Johns Staff Writer Members of the Thomapple Kellogg Board of Education learned Nov. 10 that TKHS students who took the Michigan Education Assessment Program last year were among the few in West Michigan whose scores in reading and writing did not decline. Assistant Superintendent Patricia Koeze presented the board with the recently released high school MEAP score results. She said the high school staff is continu­ ing to work on improving scores, including continuing MEAP exercises in the Academic Center. In another matter at the meeting last Monday night. Superintendent Kevin Konarska told the board the district is facing state fund­ ing cuts again this year. Work is already going on at all levels on ways to cope, with the loss of perhaps as much at $ 196 per student The board also heard an update on the reading and writing efforts at McFall and Ixe elementaries. Teachers Cindy Middlebush and Sue Vanderwood discussed how the program is working with their students, including the new leveled readers. The board also heard from Koeze and counselor Nancy Iveson on the high schools’ “Pathways to Success” pro­ gram. Counselors have begun working with ninth-graders to show them how the cours­ es they take relate to jobs they are interest in. Students are filling out a folder that lists required courses throughout their four years of high school and exploring careers. Counselors also are work­ ing with juniors and seniors on Career Pathways on a one-on-one basis in the counseling center. The board also approved the final bids for the high school phase II construction, including paving and paint­ ing. A three-year contract for snow removal with Stoneridge was approved. The contractor has done snow removal for TK for the last several years. The bid was significantly less than the next higher bidder. Stoneridge was praised for past work and knowledge of the district. The board also presented Kristin Seaman with a cer­ tificate on being named the TKHS 2003 DAR Good Citizen award winner. The board will be holding a "charge" on Monday. Nov. M-37 acreage rezoning denied Council last Tuesday evening by Patricia Johns ' Staff Writer agreed with the recommenda­ of the Planning The Middleville Village tion Commission and decided not to rezone 1.9 acres on M-37 from R-2 residential to C-2 commercial. Richard Marsh had asked for the rezoning to make the property more attractive to Summary Minutes of the VILLAGE OF CALEDONIA Regular Meeting of the Village of Caledonia November 10. 2003 Call to Order at 7 00 p m. Pledge of Allegiance. Present Erskine. Bierlem, Maviglia, Audy. Unger, Penfold, Zandstra. Regan & Ayers Absent: None Public Comment: None Written Correspondence: 1. Discussion regarding Kent County Drain Commission’s cleaning of the Emmons Drain. Approval of Consent Agenda: Motion to approve by Unger, supported by Maviglia. All ayes, motion carried. Inquiry of Conflict of Interest: Engineers Report: Paul Galdes from Fleis & VandenBnnk reviewed the intersection at Main & Kinsey streets Motion by Maviglia to approve improve­ ments to the intersection of Main St & Kinsey (straighten intersec­ tion). contingent on property own­ ers approval (Ed’s Body Shop & Caledonia Farmers Elevator), supported by Audy. 6-ayes and Erskine-abstained Motion car­ ried. Township Liaison Report: Village Manager Report: 1. Election update-November 25. 2003 at 4:00 p.m.. is the deadline for nominating petitions for the March 2004 election 2. Caledonia Area Kiwams looking tor needy families to help feed for Thanksgiving-please call Sandy at 891-9384 3. Landman was issued a Zoning Ordinance citation and an informal heanng is set for December 2. 2003 Presidents Report: Penfold reported to council that the Township has asked the Village to share in the cost of a traffic light at 100th Street & M37 Discussion was held and the Council will wait for further details Old Business: Rail Trail-From Main Street going south on Kmsey. to Lake Street Motion earned New Business: A. New Copy Machine for Village Office-Motion by Unger to approve a Toshiba 200 from Richardsons for $3,000 and amend the budget for the same amount, support by Zandstra Al ayes-motion earned Public Comment: Council Comments: Neighborhood Watch was dis­ cussed tor the older established part of the Village brmts Meeting Adjourned at 8:30 p.m. Respectfully Submitted Sandra Ayers. Clerk VILLAGE OF MIDDLEVILLE SYNOPSIS VILLAGE OF MIDDLEVILLE. MICHIGAN COUNCIL MEETING MINUTES OCTOBER 28. 2003 The regular meeting of the Village of Middleville. Michigan Council was called to order at 7:00 p.m. by Mr. Lon Myers, Council President of the Village of Middleville, Michigan, in the Council Chamber of the Village Hall. Members present: Mrs. Dorothy Corson, Mr William Kenyon. Mr Michael Lytle. Mr Lon Myers and Mr Charles Pullen Members Absent Mr Floyd Bray and Mrs Marilyn VandenBerg. Minutes of the October 14. 2003 meeting were approved as written The Agenda was approved as written Mrs Erbs First Grade Class approached Council with a request to pick up trash on First Street and Third Street Mr Clair Miller submitted the monthly Earth Tech report He reported that everything is running fine ACTIONS TAKEN 1. Allowed Mrs. Erb’s First Grade Class to conduct regular clean up of First Street and Third Street on a motion made by Mrs Corson and supported by Mr Kenyon 2 Adopted the Draft Land Division Ordinance on a motion made by Mr Pullen and support­ ed by Mr Lytle Roll call vote resulted in 5 Ayes with two mem­ bers absent 3 Changed the time of the November 04. 2003 meeting to 600 PM on a motion made by Mr Lytle and supported by Mr Kenyon. 4 Approved the invoices dated October 29. 2003 n the amount of $42 495 79 on a motion made by Mr Pullen and supported by Mr Lytle 5. Agreed to M the vacant Trustee position by appointment until the next election on a motion made by Mrs Corson and sup­ ported by Mr Pulton 6 Adjourned the meeting at 7 47 PM on a motion made by Mr Kenyon and supported by Mr Lytto Respectfully submitted. Rhonda L F«sk. Cterk The complete text of the mmoles may be read at the V*age Haft between the hours of 9 00 Amana 500 PM Monday through Fnday JB’S’® The next meeting of the buyers who might want to add a restaurant or other com­ Village Council will be at 7 mercial business. Several of p.m. Tuesday, Nov. 25, in the the neighbors of the property village hall. had attended the public hear­ ing and raised concerns about additional traffic, safety of children and incompatibility with the residential neighbor­ hood. Floyd Bray asked Pearson-Cook Department of Public Works Director Wayne Winchester how the leaf collection was going. He also asked if brush collection was still ongoing. Winchester replied. “Leaf collection is going well and CALEDONIA SCHOOLS we will finish if the weather 7919 WOODVILLE DR. SE.. New Listing. Fantastic home. holds off. Brush collection Professionally landscaped. Oak ended in October. Residents kitchen, 3 season porch, hot tub. were notified by the newslet­ tile floors, custom draperies. $224,900. (MLS#483715) ter when the program began.” Linda James 813-4909 Bray asked that the council be notified so they can give residents the correct informa­ tion. Gzntu^ VILLAGE OF MIDDLEVILLE SYNOPSIS VILLAGE OF MIDDLEVILLE, MICHIGAN COUNCIL MEETING MINUTES OCTOBER 25, 2003 The special meeting of the Village of Middleville. Michigan Council was called to order at 9:00 AM by Mr Lon Myers, Council President of the Village of Middleville, Michigan, in the Council Chamber of the Village Hall The purpose of the meeting was to interview candidates for the position of Village Manager Members present Mr Floyd Bray, Mrs Dorott y Corson, Mr William Kenyon. Mr Michael Lytle. Mr Lon Myers, Mr Charles Pullen Member absent: Mrs Mantyn VandenBerg Interviewed Mr Robert Eberhart, Mr Perry Franzoi. Mr. Ron Howell and Mr Steve Guile. Following general discussion of candidates Council Members rated each one to select a candi­ date to continue to the next step with Mr Hamilton conducting background checks, etc. Mr Hamilton was instructed to nform Mr Guile that he was still in the runrang and also to let other candidates know of their status Mr Hampton informed Counci that Mr Gude 6 a finahst another community loo. Meeting adjourned at 3:27 p.m. Respecrfu»y subrnmec Rhonda L Fisk Cterk The complete text of me minutes may be 'ead at me v tage Hal between me hours of 9 00 AM and 5:00 PM Monday through Fnday HASTINGS SCHOOLS 435 W. GR ANT SE. Custom built ranch situated on over 2 beautiful­ ly wooded city lots. 3 car garage, newer mechanicals. 2 fireplaces, and over 1800 SF of living area. More property available. $198,000. (MLS#4782O4). Joy Smith 893-5555 24. The next regular meeting of the TK Board of Education will be at 7:30 p.m. Monday. Dec. 8, in the Thomapple Kellogg School and Community Library inside the high school. Hastings City Bank Here For You Since 1886 RETAIL LENDER Hastings City Bank, a community bank established in 1886. is dedicated to providing outstanding customer service. We are currently looking for a Retail Lender to join our team. This position is responsible for originating, processing and closing all types of retail loans, including consumer and mortgage loans. One to three years of progressive retail lending experience is required. We offer a competitive salary and benefit package Apply at the Human Resources Department Hastings City Bank 150 W. Court St. Hastings. Ml 49058 EOE/M-F Real Estate For Your World"’ Caledonia *9175 Cherry Valiev 891-8980 •Each office independently owned and operated MIDDLEVILLE 314 STATE ST. Immaculate 3 bed room home with I hath, full basement ready to be finished and a great yard. $123,900 (MLS9485548) Harb Getty 269-838-2550 Many More Listings Available! For information on newly con­ structed homes and vacant lots currently available cull: Tim Fore. President, 891-9980 Barbara Getty, Manager. 269-838-2550 Kathv Benton 262-3965 Paul Davis 291-0063 Robin Dawson 293-4079 Dave Krumm 915-4763 Linda James Ml3-4909 Tammy Adair 293-2782 Laura Martin 891-7619 Tom Garbo* 868-0045 Cathy Williamson 293-7391 Aaron VanderZand 560-3772 Brent Bencher 248-229-9286 Julie DeLaGandara 269-664-4415 Rich McC onnon 292-4693 Joy Smith 893-5555 Dave Pratt 813-6334 Don Hoogerhyde 862-5424 James Gordon 890 4592 MOI INF 4415 I2IH. Wayland Schools Need room? 3 bedrooms, 2 baths, spacious rooms, all situated on .5 acres. New water heater, furnace, central air. Extra deep 2 car garage. $108,900. (MLS#4798O8> Joy Smith 893-5555 GREEN LAKE ACCESS 4577 PARK ST. SE. Completely remodeled 2 bedroom, I bath home with private shared lake access on sandy spring fed all sports Green Lake Award winning Caledonia School $139,900 (MLS94850I8) UMb Jmmi W i oo*,/Meo 2004 CHEVY SILVERADO FOR THE MONTH OF NOVEMBER Bill Seif Chevrolet Buick ZZZ ZZ7 9 16-37 M HASDMGS; 260-04^2425 160^236-2425 ffrafr- | �Page 14/The Sun and News. Middleville. November 18. 2003 JTES ambulance service to have field data system by Patricia Johns Staff Writer Thomapple Township Emergency Services Chief Mark Marentette has now turned his attention to the continued improvement of the ambulance service with addition of a field data col­ lection system. Middleville man joins Angus group Chris Mast of Middleville is a new member of the American Angus Association, reports John Crouch, executive vice presi­ dent of the national breed reg­ istry organization in St Joseph. Mo. The American Angus Association, with more than 34.000 active adult and junior members, is the largest beef cattle registry association in the world. Iks computerized records include detailed information on more than 14 million registered Angus. The association records ancestral information and keeps production records on individual animals for its members. These permanent records help members select and mate the best animals in their herds to produce quality, efficient breeding cattle, which are then recorded with the American Angus Association. Most of these registered Angus are used by the U.S. fanners and ranchers who raise quality beef for U.S. consumption. 0K EXJK Bud thing* happen to good people, thing* like divorce, bankruptcy, repouetslon*. foreclosure, chargeoffs, medical bills, Job loss and more Have you been to 10 auto dealership* or more and received 10 dental* or more? 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Nov. 25. The general election for all three villages is scheduled for March 8. 2004. In Middleville candidates who want to run for a non-parti­ san position on the council must file a nominating peti­ tion with a minimum of six signatures and a maximum of 20. Candidatesalso must file affidavits of identity The offices of president, a two-year term, three trustees with four year teams and one trustee with a two year term will be on the ballot in Middleville. Petitions and affidavit forms are available at the Village Hall. 100 E. Main Street in Middleville. Office hours are Monday through Friday, 9 a.m. to 5 • COMPLETE AUTO REPAIR • TIRES ~ L TIRE 5 Save $25 on Selected Cooper Tires Discoverer H/T Discoverer a/t 60.000 Mile Treadwear 50.000 Mile Treadwear ing there will be a kitchen. The depot continues to receive attention. Jim Winter Troutwine present­ ed the report of his compa­ ny. which includes the fea­ sibility study, including costs, recommendations and preservation. Local organizations will review these suggestions. In other township business, the Duncan Lake Weed Control special assessments were Deadline to file for Village election is 4 p.m. Nov. 25 SETTIN THE PACE CooW Springs. Paul Ry biski is now a paid on-call employee and Jeff Hernande is now a full-time employee. There was some discus­ sion of TIES employees being seen at local restaurants. Since there is now a kitchen at the fire station, consensus of opinion is that it is good for the community to see the employ­ ees. Once the service moves into its new build- p.m. Middleville will be appointing someone to fill the unexpired term of Bill Kenyon, who moved out of the village. This person's term would expire on March 8. Whomever is appointed on Nov. 25 will have to file and run and win election to con­ tinue on council. In Freeport, the positions of village president, village treasurer, village clerk, three trustees with two-year teams and three trustees with four year terms will be on the bal­ lot. Candidates in Freeport must get a minimum of 10 signatures on the non-parti­ san petition. Nominating petitions and affidavits of identity can be obtained at the Freeport Village Office, 200 South State St. Office hours are Mondays, from 3 to 6 p.m. Anyone unable to pick up the forms at that time should leave a message at 616-7653808. In Caledonia, candidates wishing to seek a non-parti­ san position on the Village Council should pick up peti­ tions and affidavits of identi­ ty at the village offices at 250 South Maple St. The mini­ mum number of signatures required is six, with a maxi­ mum of 20. A primary elec­ tion will be held on Feb. 16, to be followed by a general election on March 8 if need­ ed. Open are the office of vil­ Discoverer H/T lage president, a two-year term, three trustees with four-year terms and an addi­ tional trustee with a two-year term. approved. Progressive Engineering will be con­ tacted and asked about some of the questions raised by residents on the chemicals, fish habitat and costs. The board also heard a request from Sandi Drummond for support for the Green Gables Haven domestic shelter. She is asking all 16 townships in Barry County to help support the process of getting the shelter up and running with a donation of $2,000 each. It was reported that a lawsuit with Landon Holdings is scheduled to proceed Nov. 17. 18 and 21. The next meeting of the Thornapple Township board of Trustees will be at 7 p.m. Monday. Dec. 8. ATV winner announced The entry of Ron Boss from Gun Lake has been drawn in Auto Value Parts Stores’ promotion "Heat Wave of Savings." The grand prize winner now owns a Yamaha Bear Tracker ATV. Boss entered at his local dealer. 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WAYLAND Application' fffbreyou CHEVROLET lohoReJO &W CALL NOW 1-800-713-3777 Ask for Frank Hayes - All credit applications will be accepted regardless of your past credit history �The Sun and News, Mtddtevilte, November 18. 2003/ Page 15 4-H gardeners earn YAC Grant Gardeners who work on the 4-H Children’s Garden at the fair each year received a S900 grant from the Barry Community Foundation’s Youth Advisory committee. The money was used to help with this last year’s garden and to buy tools for next year’s gardeners. Accepting the check from left are Tim Etter. Elena Gormley and Madeline Michaels. Jennifer Richards from the Foundation pre­ sented the award as 4-H’s Kathy Walters Surratt looks on. Local adults and youth honored at 4-H awards 1997 Dodge Ram The Caledonia Farmers Elevator earned this year’s Meritorious Service award for more than 30 years of buying animals each year in the auction and holding workshops on topics useful to 4-H members. The ele­ vator also is a source for much of the equipment and supplies needed by 4-H members. Here Dwayne Ruthig (left) and David Shellenbarger accept the award from Kathy Walters Surratt (Photo by Patricia Johns) 4x4 Large box with high cap. Well maintained. $6,000. Callfrnie @269-945-9554 Winning sportsmanship awards this year were Michael Hoskins and Pam Draper. Not pictured is Jessica Broadhurst At left: The Community' First 4-H club was honored as “Club of the Year” at the 4-H Honors evening on Nov. 10. 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November 18, 2003 TK and Scots can be happy headed into tourney Middleville sophomore Jessica Flaska (right) tries to reach around Caledonia's Amanda Janhdal and steal a rebound late in the game Tuesday (Photo by Brett Bremer) Caledonia center Mindy Bode (left) looks to pass the ball over TK’s Brandi Campbell, and get the ball back a little closer to the basket in the Scots' win on Tuesday. (Photo by Brett Bremer) Caledonia and Middleville’s varsity girls’ basketball teams both are heading into tournament sea­ son on a high note, after end­ ing the O-K Gold season FOR SALE: 1995 FORD CARGO Cummins V-8 diesel. 26-ft. box, hydro lift tailgate, drop third wheel. Cali Ernie at 269-945-955406574932 _____ Fighting Scot senior Julie Slot (left) looks to fire a pass across the lane in front of Middleville’s Whitney Robertson during the first half of action Tuesday in Caledonia. (Photo by Brett Bremer) face-to-face. The Fighting Scots scored a 52-40 win over the visiting Trojans last Tuesday to fin­ ish the league season 9-5. But both teams would go on to win in O-K cross-over games Thursday evening. The Trojans finished the league season with a 3-11 mark. The Trojans trounced Sparta on Thursday 58-48. TK outscored the host Spartans 36-20 in the second half to comeback and earn the victory. Brandi Campbell led TK with 15 points, and Jessica Flaska added 14 for the Trojans. Chanda Brice knocked down a pair of three pointers for TK and finished with 10 points. The Trojans are 7-13 over­ all this year. Caledonia has won five in a row, with the fifth coming Thursday in a 45-38 victory over Northview. Julie Slot poured in 20 points to lead the Scots, as Caledonia picked things up in the second half against the Wildcats. Cari Butcher knocked down three 3-pointers and finished the game with 11 points. The first and fourth quar­ ters belonged completely to the Scots when they topped the Trojans on Tuesday. Caledonia opened up the game with a 12-2 run, and took a 14-6 lead out of the first quarter thanks to Slot tossing in ten of her game high 24 points in the period. Slot also had 15 rebounds for the night. TK trailed by as many as 16 points in the second quar­ ter, but when freshman guard Ashleigh Lund banked in a 3-pointer at the half-time buzzer the Trojans were down just six. Brandi Campbell finished the first half with 10 points for TK, and ended the night with 18 to lead the Trojans. Six points by Campbell in the third quarter, and a three by Chanda Brice late in the period cut the Scots’ lead to 39-36, but the Trojans man­ aged just two free throws and one field goal the rest of the way. Amanda Jandahl finished with nine points and six The Trojans head to the locker room happy at Caledonia Tuesday after seeing freshman guard Ashleigh Lund (center) bank in a 3-point shot at the half­ time buzzer to cut the Scots' lead to six points. rebounds for Caledonia. The Trojans had Hastings to deal with Monday night in the district opener at Hastings. The winner of that one will take on 18-1 Otsego Wednesday at 7:30 p.m. in Hastings. The District finals are set for 7 p.m. on Fnday. Caledonia had Monday off as they wait to face thr winner of the game between Godwin and Wyoming Park Wednesday at 8 p.m. at Park, fhe Park district final is also planned for Friday night at 7. Athlete of the week Gkonda /luce Thomapple Kellogg Varsity Girls' Basketball Middleville senior guard Chanda Brice gave the TK varsi­ ty girls' basketball team a boost as they headed towards district play last week. The Trojans closed out the season with a 10-point win at Sparta, in which Brice poured in 10 points. Brice also added five points in the Trojans loss at Caledonia on Tuesday. The 4695 Middleville Rd. Lynn Denton M-37, Middleville, Ml Agency 1-800-443-5253 111 N. Main St. Nashville, Ml 517-852-2005 MAKING YOUR FUTURE MORE PREDICTABLE ■TS FAfTN BUREAU < i■ INSURANCE �The Sun and News. Middleville. November 18. 2003/ Page 17 These young scholars are reading “Charlie Needs a Cloak.’ They are learning sequence as they hear that Charlie first sheered the sheep, then carded the wool, gathered the berries to die the wool, spun the wool, wove the wool and finally made the cloak. The also learned a cloak is a coat without sleeves. Legion organizes “Toys for Children” Members of the local American Legion Post 140 have joined with Gavin Chevrolet in Middleville in a Toys for Children campaign. Toys can be dropped off at Gavin’s on M-37 during busi­ ness hours. There will also be several collection boxes around town. Rusty Kermeen is happy to work with the Post on this project that Trail and the Due to the Thanksgiving Henry will benefit local chil­ dren. To help raise holiday, the next Thomapple Thomapple Trail Association money for this project Trail Association meeting is is now available on line at raffle tickets are being scheduled for Tuesday. Nov. thomappletrail.com or at thomappletrail.org. sold for the fun holiday 25. It will begin at 7 p.m. at Information on the website Whispering Waters display the men are Campground on Irving Road. includes a map. information standing behind. The agenda will include a about the history, a member Tickets are available at review of plan for the depot, ship application and trail Gavin’s or from an update on the new activities. There also are American Legion Post brochure, upcoming events links to other bicycling trails organizations in members. and projects on the Paul and Michigan. Henry Trail. 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I FREE DESSERT] I ...this Thanksgiving with every dinner purchased, i (One ((Htpon good for whole party ) I Middle Villa Inn On M-57, north of Middleville 795-3640 or 891-1287 was the presentation of tw o framed prints, which were selected to individually honor each branch of public service. Member and local resi­ dent Tim Tape presented the first gift to Thomapple Township Emergency Services Chief Mark Marentette. stating. "We wanted to say thank you for all you have done and con­ tinue to do. 9-11 made us all realize how blessed we are to have you serving in our community." The print, titled "Forever in Our Memory" depicts an eagle soaring across a fire filled 9-11 skyline as fire­ fighters and emergency staff rush to the rescue. The chief expressed his thanks on behalf of TTES and said. "I know the per­ The new emergency services building received art work for its walls during the cer­ fect place to hang this print in our new facility. We will emony. This picture honors firefighters. place it in the entrance which will allow all the members of our community to view and appreciate its meaning to the fire depart­ ment and our staff.” The second print, ”]\Blessed Are the Peacemakers" was gifed to the Barry County Sheriffs Department, which pro­ vides policing services for Good Shepherd Lutheran Church honored local heroes at a special service on Nov. 9. Middleville. This artwork features a police officer standing in front of the image of a knight, ready to defend and protect. Sergeant Tony Stein will be receiving the print on behalf of all police officers who serve in the communi­ ty. A spot in the Village Building was suggested as a possible home for the Peacemakers print because the sheriffs department is housed in that location. Member Sandy Holbrook summed it up by saying, "We wanted to share our deep sense of gratitude and thanks with these true heroes. We hope these inspiring prints will provide a visual message of our respect for all the heroes that put their lives on the line to serve in our community." BRUCE'S FRAME & ALIGNMENT • Complete Frame Repair • Professional Color Matching • Loaner Cars • Front End Alignment • Collision Repair • Glass Repair call... (269) 795-9596 All Makes and Models All Insurances Welcome Owned and Operated by... Bruce Bender 415 2nd Street Middleville �Just Say *As Advertised in the Lakewood News’ Tuesday. November 18. 2003 - Page 19 ‘Bye Bye Birdie’ auditions slated For Sale $125 AMISH LOG bed w/queen mattresses Com­ plete, never used. Must sell’ Auditions for the Ionia (517)719-8062 Community Theatre's pro­ duction of ‘Bye Bye Birdie" SLEIGH BED: Queen cherry will be held at 7 p.m. Nov. wood, with pillowtop mat­ 20. 24 and 25 at Watt tress set, $175. (989)227-2986 Auditorium. Ionia Middle iMwn & Garden School. Roles for teenage through all adult ages are FOR SALE: 1991 Toro reel available. Please prepare a master, 7 gang reel mowers, vocal selection; accompanist hydraulic lift Good condi­ tion, $6,000 Call (269)948is provided. Performances are sched­ 4190. uled for Feb. 27-March 7. For more information, call (616) FOR SALE: 1999 Toro reel master 7-Gang, reel mowers, 527-2367. good condition, $9,000. Call (269)948-4190. Mobile Homes In Meinoriam MOBILE HOME IN LAKE ODESSA: Non-smokers 2 bedroom, new roof, carpet, wallpaper and 10x20 deck with finished roof. Includes air condition, dishwasher, washer, dryer, $10,000. (269)367-4703 IN LOVING MEMORY OF Mary Rush Our Mother, Grandmother and Great Grandmother, who w ent to be with her Lord 5 years ago, Nov. 24,1998. You are in our prayers and our thoughts daily. We love and miss you! All our love, your family. Household $135 PILLOWTOP QUEEN mattress set (in plastic) Brand new, never used! King, $185. (517)719-8062. 1YR. NEW: DUAL RECLIN­ ER (NORWALK) COUCH. BOUGHT AT $1,700. SELL­ ING FOR $1,100. CALL (269)948-7921. BERBER CARPET: 80sq yd , beautiful oatmeal color. FOR SALE: Cushman Aera­ Still in plastic. New, never tor, 24" drum type, 3 point used Cost $1,200. Sell $375. hitch. Great shape, $1,200. (517)204-0600 Call (269)948-4190 KENMORE WASHER: WOODLAND TOWNSHIP good condition, runs great, BOARD FOR SALE: FMC 100 gallon $75. (517)726-0827 REGULAR MEETING SYNOP­ sprayer, skid mount, 5hp SIS Card of Thanks Bnggs & Stratton engine, NOVEMBER 4. 2003 $1,000. Call (269)948-4190. Present All board members. ON BEHALF OF THE 10 residents and guests RONNIE KEEFER FAMILY Call to order and Pledge at 7 JOHN DEERE 2240: 1 would like to thank p.m. 4500hrs. Turf tires, $7,500. everyone for their support Approved the minutes of 10-7- Must sell, call (269)948-4190. through the many cards, 03 as written phone calls, prayers, and to Brief public comments those who hosted, LAWN AND GARDEN, Written reports received from sponsored, participated and EQUIPMENT, fire department, police depart­ SERVICES, contributed to the many RENTALS: Light and heavy ment, and library events in Ronnie's memory. Verbal report received from equipment rentals, mower Special thanks to repair, window and screen cemetery sexton the following: Approved the bills of repair, propane fills, pool The many teams that have chemicals available. Village $32,762 04 wom Ronnie's number Drain Commissioner Tom True Value Lumber, 1019 and / or initials on their First St., Lake Odessa, MI Doyle reported activities uniforms. Approved the Right of Way 48849. (616)374-8944 The Michigan Merchants for Telecommunications Permits with keeping Ronnie's love for For Rent Verizon and SBC softball alive by dedicating Accepted the resignation of FOR RENT: 1 bedroom their winning game at the Jeramy Collison from the fire house in quiet Jordan Lake Woodland Tournament, and department neighborh(K»d No smoking, hosting the Annual Softball Amended the budget line-fire no pets, $450 per month. Benefit Tournament. equipment 101-336-98000 Call (517)622-8945. $11,407.76 to reflect the donation The Lakeview Lanes for from the fire fighters for the hosting the Bowling CLEAN OUT YOUR Kinman Rescue Tool. Memorial Benefit. Set special meeting for BASEMENT OR ATTIC! Richie, Tami and the rest of November 10 to complete adjust­ Turn extra and unwanted the staff did a great job ments to Hillside Innovation items into cash! Advertise to a packed nouse. Special Assessment District No garage sales, yard sales, The Lansing Motorcycle porch sales, and 1 roll. Club for creating an Public comments. miscellaneous items with ads Education Scholarship to Adjourned at 7:57 p.m. in one of our publications. support young riders. Prepared by Cheryl Allen Call (269) 945-9554 for rates. Especially to Darrell and Attested by: Trini Dixon for organizing a Douglas L MacKenzie, ()657802 Hare Scramble to nelp fund Supervisor the scholarship. Also to Darrell for providing and planting a Blue Spruce at the accident site where the family has established a memorial. Through the Ronnie Keefer Memorial Fund these generous contributions have enabled us to continue Ronnie's desire to encourage children, by helping those who may not be able to fund their own sporting events, such as pay-to-play. Anyone interested in applying for assistance can contact Janet Keefer, (517)649-8878 or John Fisher (517)566-8278. All-You-Can-Eat Fish Fry Thank you again, Friday 6-9 p.m. Janet Keefer. WOODLAND TOWNSHIP s5.95 (Kids 12 & under *3.95) Rock & Bowl every Friday 9 p.m. to dose. 4 games for $o.00 Karaoke every other Saturday, Nov. 22* rc Dec 6* Glow Bowling Saturdays 6 p.m. to dosing Sunday Special 10 a.m - 2 p.m. 99‘ per game 99c hot dogs Weekend Drink Specials Daily Dinner Specials LAKEVIEW LANES & 11™ FRAME LOUNGE - 374-4881 374-8113 On the beach in Lake Odessa For Take Out Orae<s PI RUSHER'S NOTICE: Business Services BLEAM EA VESTROUGHING Seamless gutter 50 Colors. Free Estimates. Since 1959, 269-945-0004 www bleamea ves. com BUILDER: Licensed and in­ sured. Roofing, siding, win­ dows, new construction (616)374-0190 GUTTER LEAF GUARD: We install several styles of leaf protection for your gut­ ter & downspout system, one for every problem & budget. Before you sign a high priced contrah with the big city firms, get a price form us. We've served this area since 1959. BLEAM EA VESTROUGHING (269)945-0004 LAKE ODESSA CARPET CARE: professional carpet & upholstery cleaning at af­ fordable prices, lOyrs experi­ ence, fully insured. We use truck mounted equipment and our soft water, no elec­ tricity needed. Satisfaction guaranteed, 24hr. flood serv­ ice, We're now accepting Mastercard, Visa & Discover credit cards. 7am-7pm Mon.Sat. (616)374-3035. Real Estate 4+/- ACRES WITHIN VIL­ LAGE LIMITS: city sewer available, city water possi­ ble, 40x60 post & beam bam. Also, a new walkout founda­ tion with poured floor for another bam, or could be used for a home. Pasture with high tensile fencing & horse shelter. Would consid­ er splitting, $90,000. Call (616)693-9007 evenings. BEAUTIFUL SUNSETS ON Jordan Lake. Double lot for sale, includes camper, well, shed or great site to build on. From Lake Odessa take Tupper Lake Rd., East then South on Roberts Drive straight to 14109 South Mai­ er Drive, $150,000 includes both lots or make an offer. (517)626-2452 Miscellaneous Real Estate WOODLAND: 4 bed 1 FREE INSTALLED DISH bath, newly remodeled, new NETWORK SYSTEMS: Call 2 stall garage. Asking M-66 Tire, (616)374-1200. $99,000. (269)367-9491 Automotive Help Wanted DRIVER: additional CDL B drivers needed. Looking for dependable customer service oriented person with chauf­ feurs, CDL-B, or CDL-A li­ cense. Good working envi­ ronment. (616)248-7729 MAINTENANCE: Immedi­ ate opening at Buskirk Lum­ ber Co. in Freeport. Handson repair and preventative maintenance programs 5 years minimum mainte­ nance experience required. Mechanical and Electrical skills a must. Hours will vary based on maintenance schedules and mill opera­ tion. Send resume to: Linda Groves, Buskirk Lumber Co. 395 54th St. SW, Grand Rap­ ids, MI. 49548. FOR SALE: 2001 Sebring LXI, 4 door, 1 owner, 39,000 miles. A/G cruise, keyless remote. CD player. Exterior is silver with dark gray inte­ rior. In excellent condition, $11,900. Call (269)948-7921 for more information. Garage Sale FREE GARAGE SALE signs with your ad that runs in any of our papers. Get them at I-Ad Graphics, 1351 N. M-43 Hwy., Hastings. At the front counter. 2 GET EASY CASH with extra household goods and tools! Call (269) 945-0554 to sell your unwanted stuff with a classified ad in this paper. SKILLED LABOR WANTED!! Buskirk Lumber Company in Freeport, Ml. is seeking skilled people to join their team. If you have experience operating industry machines such as forklifts, band saws, resaws, trim saws, plants, ripping systems, etc., and know hardwood lumber grades and species, are detailed oriented, and a natural born leader, then we need to talk! Write, call, or send me an e-mail today! Linda Groves. VKW Hardwoods: 395 54th St., SW Grand Rapids, Ml 49548 616-532-3678 ext. 208; grovl@vkwhardwoods.com FOR SALE: 1995 FORD CARGO Cummins V-0 diesel, 26-ft. box, hydro lift tailgate, drop third wheel. Call Ernie at 269-945-9554 006/4803 A very big ‘thank-you’ to all of you who attended the 1ST ANNUAL RONNIE KEEFER BOWLING FUNDRAISER The night was a huge success! Your generosity helped us raise $2,500.00 for the Memorial Fund. Special thanks to the following businesses for their door prize donations: Keefer Automotive MC Supply Ltd. Pepsi Vern's Repair Carl's Supermarket Lake Odessa Auto Parts Lake-O-Mart Tracy's Place The Bronson and Mallison Lifestyling Hair Salon Viking Sportsplex Families Yager Realty Also, thank you to our wonderful employees and volunteers who donated their time and tips. We couldn't have done it without you! The Greggs - 11th Frame Lounge - Lakeview Lanes �Page 20/The Sun and News. Mtddlevilte. November 18. 2003 TK winter community ed class offerings outlined The Thomapple Kellogg schools’ community educa­ tion program has begun scheduling winter classes. A snowmobile safety class will be held from 6:30 to 9 p.m. Monday. Dec. 8, in the high school cafeteria for stu­ dents 12 through 16 years of age who wish to earn a valid snowmobile safety certifi­ cate. Students should register in the high school or middle school or community ed offices. Students should review booklet and be famil­ iar with the material prior to class. The fee is $2 (payable at class). Several computer classes have been scheduled for November and December A PowerPoint and pub­ lisher class is geared toward the beginner user, who will learn how to create profes­ sional looking slide presen­ tations with PowerPoint’s graphic program. Also included is an introduction to Microsoft Publisher. Ruger says. ' Learn how to create brochures, cards and many other nifty things with this user friendly software " H@LiDAYppfN This two-week class will be held from 6:30 to 8:30 p.m. Thursdays, Dec. 4 and Dec. 11. in the library com­ puter lab. The fee is $30. Microsoft Word for the Beginner is for the beginning computer enthusiast. Topics to be covered during this five-session class include explanation of the window screen and use of Microsoft HOUSE Friday & Saturday, Nov. 21 & 22 ... at Caledonia Plaza Contempo Salon Rainbow’s End Hr can create a little Holiday Magic for you or NEW LOCATION! someone special... LET US CUSTOM DESIGN A GIFT CERTIFICATE! • • • • Caledonia Plaza All Christmas Items... AVEDA Bath & Body Products AVEDA Gift Sets Redken and OPI Gift Sets Unique Jewelry 1/2 off! Stop at Rainbow's End and shop for: • Yarn • Gifts • Decorations Sleds • Toys • Knitting • Crocheting • Quilting • Custom Framing • Sunrider Herbs • Skin Care h FREE SSS ... Purchase any Gift Certificate over $50 and receive $5 extra in services. 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Free refreshments and 10% off on everything in shop! Stop in for our Everyday Breakfast Specials! Word and its mans applica­ tions. Publisher and Excel programs also will be dis­ cussed. It will meet Mondays from 6:30 to 9 p.m. from Nov. 17 to Dec. 15 in high school room 201 The fee is $50. with instructor Marcia Holst. Students ages 5 to 10 can take akido self-defense class­ es Wednesdays, beginning Nov. 19. from 5:30 to 6:30 p.m. in the Page all-purpose room. The fee is $40 for the eight weeks of classes. Karate at the beginning, intermediate and advanced levels is offered for those age 11 and older Wednesdays from 6:30 to 8 p.m. Instructor Nancy Hammond says. “Karate helps build greater self-confidence at school, work and every life situation.’’ The fee for the eight-week course is $20 per month and is taught in the Page gym. Donna Evans is teaching three fitness courses for adults. Kickboxing for fitness for beginning level adults are being offered Mondays and Wednesdays from 6:30 to 7 p.m. in the McFall gym. The fee is $17. Classes began Nov. 10. Step aerobics for adult beginners and intermediates will include a card.o/fat burning session’, followed by muscle toning and strength­ ening for a total body work­ out. Participants should bring a step bench, floor mat. small hand weights and water bottle. The class, which meets Mondays and Wednesdays for six weeks, has already begun in the McFall gym. The fee is $35. On Tuesdays, beginning tonight, Nov. 18. Evans will teach an active yoga class. This class is a user fnendly yoga that has been adapted to be safe and appropriate for the average exercise class. The benefits of this program include balance, strength, power, grace and maximum stress reduction. The six-week class is held Tuesdays from 6:30 to 7:45 p.m. in the McFall all-pur­ pose room The fee is $20. Call the Community Education office at 795-3397 for more information. Caledonia Resource Center still has activities for seniors by Cathy Rueter Staff Writer Though the recent cold weather gives testimony to the fact that winter is gaining on fall, the Caledonia Resource Center is still in full season for its fall agenda, especially for senior citizens over 55. The following is a brief outline of what’s available: • “Fit for Life” is a free class arranged to fit any level of fitness, meeting Tuesdays and Thursdays from 9 to 10 a.m. • Another fitness activity available is the Walking Club. The center is open Monday through Friday from 7 to 8 a.m. for all adults who want to walk in a safe and dry environment. • The Prime Timers meet every Friday from 9 a.m. to noon at the Resource Center to share friendship and quilt­ ing abilities (or non-abilities, as they accept non-sewers as well). The group creates quilts for the Veterans’ Home, home fire victims, baby blankets for a local hos­ pital. and most recently, weighted vests for special needs students • Euchre, Fridays from 1 to 3 p.m., free, and Hand & Foot, Wednesdays from 1 to 3 p.m, also free card games are in progress every week with an invitation for anyone in the senior set to join them. • The annual Senior Thanksgiving Dinner will be held at Caledonia High School in the cafeteria Thursday. Nov. 20, at 1:30 p.m. There is no cost for the luncheon, but reservations are required by calling 8918117 no later than Nov. 18. The event is sponsored by the Caledonia Community Schools and open to anyone in the Caledonia district, ages 55 and above. • If a trip to the sunny southwest (California and Arizona, spring 2004) or the Canadian Rockies (summer 2004) sounds like a good idea, contact the (’enter for more information about these trips. For more information on these or other events spon­ sored by the Caledonia Resource Center, call 616891-8117. The center is located at 330 Johnson in Caledonia. Office hours are Monday through Fnday from 7:30 a.m. to 4 p.m. Reach over 11,000 area homes with an ad in the Sun & News. Call 945-9554 to place your ad today. � https://barrycountyhistoryportal.org/files/original/25/713/SunandNews_2003-11-25.pdf dcae57c7c69d9eb6c062687dd3914985 PDF Text Text HASTINGS PUBLIC LIBRARY 121S CHURCH ST * , WlilNGS Ml 49058-1893 LIBRARY 121 N CHURCH ST HASTINGS Ml 49058 j and Ne Your Hometown Newspaper Serving Middleville and Caledonia Areas No. 48/November 25, 2003 132nd year Published by J-Ad Graphics, Inc. Gun Lake Tribe finds firm to manage casino by Marcie Westover Staff Writer Station Casinos Inc., a Las Vegas management firm, plans to front $10 million to $15 million for land acquisi­ tion and development for the proposed Gun Lake casino. The Match-E-Be-NashShe-Wish Band of Pottawatomi Indians, com­ monly referred to as the Gun Lake Tribe, has been work­ ing with MPM Enterprises. LLC, a Michigan limited lia­ bility company with Mt. Pleasant investors Barton LaBelle, Sid Smith and James Fabiano on the project since 1999. Station Casinos Vice President of Corporate and Government Relations Lesley Pittman said that through a chance encounter and as a networking opportu­ nity, Station found out that MPM Enterprises and the Gun Lake Tribe were look­ ing for management. “We were impressed with them,” Pittman said. Now Station has signed on for seven years to develop and manage the proposed casino plans. Station purchased a 50 percent interest in MPM and will pay $6 million after cer­ tain conditions have been completed and a possible additional $12 million total to be paid in years six and seven of the management agreement. The advanced funds from Station will be repaid with proceeds of the project financing or from gaming revenues. In the management agree­ ment of seven years, the management fee of 30 per­ cent of the projects’ net income to will be paid to MPM. With the terms of the MPM operating agreement. Station will received the 50 percent of the management fee of the first $24 million of management fees earned, then 83 percent of the next $24 million of management fees and 93 percent of any management fees in excess of $48 million. The expected total cost of the development and con­ struction of the casino is less than $200 million. Pittman said a rough estimate for the casino could be in two to four years. Pittman said that Station was impressed with the progress that MPM and the Gun Lake Tribe had made thus far and hope to help take another “giant step forward for the project.” There have been two pre­ vious management contracts that Station has handled with Indian casinos, including a current management of Thunder Valley Casino in Sacramento. Calif., for the United Auburn Indian Community. Station also owns and operates 11 other local casinos in the Las Vegas area. The offers are tied to the tribe placing the 145 acres northeast of U.S.-131 near 129th Avenue, approximate­ ly 25 miles north of Kalamazoo and west of Hastings on M-179, in a fed­ eral trust. The plan is to renovate the former Ampro Industries factory, which includes 192,000 square feet into an entertainment complex that would house as many as 75 tables, 2,500 slot machines, a buffet and a specialty restau­ rant and entertainment venue. “One great thing about partnering MPM. the Tribe and Station Casino’s philos­ ophy is that they are to give back to the community," Pittman said. "And giving back to schools.” Those who support the casino estimate it would cre­ ate 4,300 jobs with 85 per­ cent being full-time and gen­ erate $169.7 million per year, with $15 million in rev­ enue sharing. Supporters of the project include Allegan, Kalamazoo, Gun Lake Area and Wayland chambers of commerce, among other businesses and government entities. There is a group of citizens and business people called the "Friends of the Gun Lake Indians." There also are groups opposed, led by State Senator Patricia Birkholz and some religious organiza­ tions. The Grand Rapids Chamber of Commerce’s opposition suggests a nega­ tive impact on the area and competition for jobs. Pittman said that many studies have shown that legalized gambling can increase employment and create a “favorable economic impact" in the area. “No matter which way this goes through or if it doesn’t go through," Wayland Chamber of Commerce Executive Director Bob Besemer said. "We should encourage the opponents and supporters to work together to make the community bet ter for everyone." Kinsey proposal ‘not a done deal’ by Ruth Zachary Staff Writer The Caledonia Village Planning Commission made it clear Thursday night that the planned unit develop­ ment on 38 acres on Kinsey Street, proposed by Wesley & Associates, is “not a done deal.” The commission held a public hearing, but post­ poned a decision to recom­ mend the PUD. It is expected the commission will consid­ er both the rezoning from ag to R-2 and a PUD with underlying R-2 zoning for a week or so. The commission could recommend denial or approval, but could still specify a number of addi­ tional conditions. The commissioners’ vote is likely to occur Dec. 2. Village legal consultant Mark VanAllsburg advised that all details of the PUD ordinance be clearly agreed to before recommendation is given, even though the site plan review stage could New owner proposes Bay Pointe be a hotel An architectural rendering of the proposed 2-story 40-room Bay Pointe Inn and Restaurant. by Patricia Johns Staff Writer The Barry County Planning and Zoning Commission will hold a spe­ cial meeting at 5 p.m. Monday. Dec. 1. at 5 p.m. to review the site plans for changing the Bay Pointe Restaurant into a hotel. The detailed plans for a three-story 40-room Bay Pointe Inn and Restaurant with a swimming pool will be presented by Timothy Evert VandeZande of The Architectural Group. Idc. of Grandville. The ow ner of the property was listed on the material filed with the Planning Commission as Bay Corp. In order to build the new inn. the existing Bay Pointe will need to be tom down and existing trees on the property will have to be removed. Previously owned by Roy Martin, the restaurant’s final brunch was served on Sunday, Nov. 2. The restau­ rant was well known for gra­ cious dining. Each of the last few sum­ mers the deck overlooking Gun Lake play ed host to “big band" concerts Wednesday evenings and family friendly fun events Friday evenings. Bay Pointe was consid­ ered to be one of the prune spots for w alching the Fourth of July fireworks displays. It also was the site for many wedding receptions. reunions, anniversary cele­ brations and graduation par­ ties. The GFWC-Gun Lake Area Women’s Club met for lunch and their meetings each month at Bay Pointe. The main level of the inn will be 8.100 square feet, the second level 9.000 square feet and the third floor 8.750 square feet. The restaurant is separate from the mn con­ nected by a walkway. The plans include exten­ sive drainage designs. 116 parking spaces, landscape plans and view s of the pro­ posed buildings. According to County Planner Jim McManus, this property in Orangeville Township is zoned commer­ cial. If these site plans are approved, work can begin immediately. Property owners within 300 feet of the Bay Pointe property will be notified of this hearing. The meeting will be held in the community room of the Courts and Law building at 220 W. Court St. in Hastings. McManus recom­ mends calling his office at 945-1290 on Monda,. Dec I to make sure that this is the location for the meeting. The Barry County Planning Department pro­ vides the planning services, including site plan review, for Orangeville Township. cover some details of the development not previously mentioned. Some points not nailed down were: 1. Specific PUD ordinance and resident covenant restrictions were asked for, to govern such things as paint color, garage size, attached garages or not, accessory buildings, location of public walkways, lot land­ scaping and fencing between homes. A plan for phasing within the development, and a time line for completion of infra­ structure was asked for. In general, phases are planned at one per year, the first, hoped to be completed in June 2004. 2. Twelve different floor plans with one or two car garages and front porches, (of neo-traditional design) are said to be possible within the setbacks proposed. Variations could include home elevations. The devel­ oper has so far shown how three homes of one fkxir plan could fit on the small lots next to each other. Commissioner Sharon Mortenson asked for a more detailed plan of how several varied designs would be laid out along a street to avoid uniformity. 3. Commissioners must still decide if the zoning ordinance allows the back and front setbacks needed for the density proposed. The 13-foot setback!} between homes would meet zoning requirements, VanAllsburg said. Developer spokesman Lee VanderMeulen said there would be about 22 feet between Homes. 4. When payments to cover infrastructure costs up to $200,000 would be made by the developer, as earlier promised should be addressed. The Village Council will make the final decision. See Kinsey proposal, pg. 12 In This Issue... • Mliddleville to kick off holiday season Dec. 1 • Orange and Black bested by Bulldogs in district • Scots surge in third, but can’t creep past Park • Elvis, Santa to visit ‘Freeport Christmas’ �Page 2/The Sun and News, Middleville. November 25, 2003 Page’s Curt Wissink celebrates with class Students learn to teach The students in John Considine’s twelfth grade English class at Thornapple Kellogg High School learned about mythology so they could leach fifth graders at Page about the subject. This team of 5 girls created a video retelling of the story of Cupid and Psyche which they showed to fifth graders. Other teams created posters and skits. Libraries closed for Thanksgiving Family Trax Oidea; The Caledonia Public Library will be closed on Thursday, Nov. 27 for Thanksgiving. It will be open regular hours on Friday and Saturday November 28 and 29. For information call the Caledonia Library at 616647-3840 The Thomapple Kellogg School and Community Library will be open until 4 p.m. on Wednesday, Nov. 26 and will be closed on Thursday and Friday. Nov. 27 and 28. Call 795-8739 for information. fZ9£ Main St. Middleville • 795-^8 Hours: Sun.-Thurs. 12-10 pm Fri. & Sat. 12-11pm DVD, VHS & Game Rentals Movie Reservations 2 Day Rental on Sunday on all Rentals Every 20“ Rental FREE Locally Owned Teacher Curt Wissink and student Ciera Ward were at the other end of the camera held by WGVU’s Jeff Evert. by Patricia Johns Staff Writer The 24 lively fifth grade minds in Curt Wissink’s classroom kept looking down the hall for pizza on Wednesday, Nov. 19. WGVU was bringing pizza for their whole class to enjoy because their teacher was named “A Cool Teacher.” The class can look for themselves on WGVU channel 35 for 3 weeks in December. They had their pictures taken outside Page by the sign. Ciera Ward, the a fifth­ grader at Page Elementary wwho sent a letter recent­ ly to the WGVU public television station nomi­ nating her teacher. Curt Wissink. for this honor also found herself looking into the camera lens. She read a little of her letter on camera. Wissink and Ward also received a voucher for train tickets for a trip to Chicago. movie OUTPOST VIDEO SUPERSTORE Glen Valley Retail Center M-37 891-9303 Open Weekdays 10 am to 11 pm & midnight on Fri. & Sat. 5-DAY RENTALS All Movies and Games Entire Month of November! Work has finally begun after almost two years on the Mill Pond development behind the Middleville Village hall. The first unit building should be under construction by the end of the year. Our way of saying SOME VACATIONS ARE JUST MORE FUN THAN OTHERS. Now's a great ume to take the best of all vacations: a 3,4 or 7 day Carnival "Fun Ship” cruise vacation to The Bahamas, the Caribbean or the Mexican Riviera. Aboard ship, you I enpy fun activities, fabulous meals, the complete Nautica Spa. program, lavish Vegas-style shows, a fnendfy casino and all the pampering service Carnival is famous for. At each sunny destination, there are beaches, water sports, sightseeing opportunities and duty-free shopping Carnival offers more fun. sun and vanety than any land vacation. And it’s all yours for one low, ail-mclusive pnce To book your “Fun Ship” cruise vacation, cal us today 9 nave 7 DATS SAIL DATES Dec. 7th & Dec. 14th From Premier Travel & Cruise 7MX anoocmoor COMom M 49316 (Comer oi Broodmoor ft <UoT) 554-0311 H Carnival. _______ Th* Most Poputar Work begins for Mill Pond Un* m tne VMorkf. Book discussion group will meet Members of the book dis­ cussion group at the Caledonia Public Library will explore the world of “Galileo’s Daughter” on Wednesday. Dec. 3, with “That Old Ace in the Hole” by Annie Proulx. This is will be the group’s annual Christmas luncheon discussion. This year’s lunch begins at 11:45 a.m. at the Fresh Start Cafe at 100th Street and M-37. The book discussions are open to anyone and are held at 1 p.m. on the first Wednesday of each month through May. Copies of the book are available to be bor rowed. For more information about library programs, call 616-647-3840. Trust the salon that cares... Make an appt, for your holiday flair! Joanie with husband Rick (Flathead) 3Mio 9954 CHERNY VALLEY CALfDOHlA Ml 49} 16 (616) 891 1272 'Salon. Inc. ^4*** �The Sun and News. Middleville. November 25. 2003/ Page 3 Middleville to kick off holiday season Dec. 1 The Lions Club Christmas Parade Saturday. Dec. 6. will start at 10 a.m. from the McFall Elementary School parking lot. Organizer Bill Kenyon suggests that lineup start at 9:30 a.m. "We have just a Christmas theme.” he says. “People can just show up. or if they want more information they can call me at 795-3669." Santa will greet children at the end of the parade. “This is an excellent photo oppor­ tunity for parents." Kenyon said. Barry County Transit’s Holly Trolley will leave from High Street from 6 to 8 p.m on Monday. Dec. 22. with the VFW Hall provid­ ing entertainment, refresh­ ments and a warm place to wait. The live nativity scene will be in its usual place at the Middleville United Methodist Church that evening This year's holiday light­ ing ceremony is sponsored by members of the Middleville Downtown Development Authority. Cijwrr —■ Santa is always in a hurry to greet children following the Middleville Lions Christms parade. This year’s parade is at 1 p.m. on Saturday, Dec. 6. by Patricia Johns Staff Writer The Christmas season kicks off in Middleville at 7 p.m. Monday, Dec. I. al Stagecoach Park. Families are invited to come down to the park for a tree lighting ceremony. 'fhe evening also will include an unwrapped toy and non-perishable food col- Last year this tree stood in lonely splendor next to vil­ lage hall. This year thanks to the hard work of the Downtown Development authority lights and luminaries will keep downtown aglow as Middleville kicks off the holiday season on Monday, Dec. 1 at 7 p.m. lection, along with a lumi­ nary walk through old down­ town. Luminaries will line Main Street from the light at M-37 through the downtown Senior holiday luncheon slated The senior citizen holiday luncheon, sponsored by Thornapple Kellogg Schools, will be held at noon HASTINGS 4 Downtown Hastings on State St 10,00 Kid* *11 »b<»w« I f B.25 Svn.on 66,76 Student* & L*t* Show* Frl A Sat >6.60 DAILY M*tln«»»tll 6pm 0 NoP.,.» iiiiuiituitlii IMhattMl Fraa Brlak Will* 4 tm «*tlll» Stadium Seating Gives YOU An Unobstructed View THE CATjJ L X ,N THE HAT SHOWTIMES 11/24-11/25 O THE CAT Nt THE HAT (PG) 12.50. 2 40. 420. 700 9 00 O LOONEY HINES BACK M ACTION MATRIX REVOLimOkS -0930 1200. 200.400 710. 910 BROTHER BEAR (G) 1230. 220.4.50.7 15.915 I MffbfAL ______ Friday. Dec. 5. at the Middle Villa Restaurant. Senior Citizens who live in the TK school district are invited to a festive holiday lunch in the Meadows Banquet Room. Seniors are asked to park in the rear of the restaurant for easy access to the banquet room. The TK Honors Choir will provide seasonal music after lunch. A $3 donation per per­ son at the door to help pay the cost of the luncheon is appreciated. Wednesday night open gym continues The Thomapple Area Parks and Recreation Commission continues to sponsor adult open gym bas­ ketball and volleyball Wednesday nights, starting earlier this month The programs will run through March 2004. Basketball is scheduled for the McFall gym from 8 to 10 Holibaq STOREWIDE Open House CAI El Friday. November 28th V “ L bI BOOk SlCMIMC By Johnnie Turtel. -> Gun Late Books Friday November 28th 1-lpm LAYAWAY Reservations are required. Please call the community education office at 795-3397 before Tuesday. Dec. 2, for reservations. Also keeping the holiday spirit is the final senior citi­ zen meeting of 2003. It will be held from 1 to 3 p.m. Monday, Dec. 15, in the Learning Center’s Community Room. Cookie decorating with preschoolers will be the focus of this meeting. j p.m. Volleyball will be held at the Thomapple Kellogg Middle School gym from 7 to 9 p.m.The cos’ will be $1 per person per Wednesday. Parks and Recreation pro­ gram Director Mike Bremer says, “These recreational opportunities are a great way to re-energize your mid-week blahs." Registration forms for rec program-sponsored basket­ ball camps for young people in January will be distributed to schools soon. Youth soccer camps are scheduled for February. with one day base­ ball and softball clinics com­ ing in March. Bremer says “Family Fun be Night" dates will announced short!) “These will help us get through the long what are *e going to do tonight?’ winter evenings,” he adds Family fun nights involve board games, arts and crafts, movies, and open gym time. * WINTER FLEECE ♦GIFT CERTIFICATES ♦ GINGHER SCISSORS 218 E State St.. Hastings • 945-9673 OPEN Monday Thursday 8 *m 5 30 pm area and along the Paul Henry Thomapple Trail to the first bridge from the park. MILLER MEANS... Middleville & Gun Uke Area Office 317 Arlington. Middleville, MI (269)795-3305 Hu/st Cleaners Wck-l/p Stabon Miller REAL ESTATE l Jirry Allerding < us. MW-6794 Kay Stolsonburg Dianne t'rldpauteh OS Sale.M«u,ei GRJ.CRS. Assoc Broker & Sales Manager.......................... 795-7272 Debbie Erway ...... 623-8357 Karen Brown-Solmes 795-9331 Craig Stolsonburg gri. 795-4470 SOLD! Hastings Office 149 W. State Street, Hastings, Ml (269)945-5182 ’V/kc 1940' Mike Humphreys, (US. 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Setting on 2 wooded acres this inviting home north of Middleville features 3 bedrooms. 2 baths, family room with fire­ place. full walkout basement and much more! Cail Kay or Craig $139,900 lovely ranch home features 3 bedrooms, 2 baths, fireplace deck, central air. enclosed porch, in-taw apartment m the basement and more Great mini farm opportunity offering pasture and bams including an insulated workshop Thornapple-Kellogg schools Call Mark $212,000 FOR MORE MIDDLEVILLE, GUN LAKE AND CALEDONIA AREA PROPERTIES, PLEASE SEE OUR ADS ON PAGE 2 OF THE REMINDER, IN THE GRAND RAPIDS PRESS, THE HOMES DIGEST AND THE PENASEE GLOBE. �Page 4/The Sun and News, Middleville, November 25. 2003 Advent season starts Nov. 30 bv Patricia Johns Staff Writer Advent starts on Sunday. Nov. 30, and for many area churches the next four weeks until Christmas are among the most exciting times of the year. Special music and dramat­ ic productions are planned. Other churches plan special children’s programming, community services and other special events. The Sun and News and Reminder will print a list of upcoming events on a space available basis during December. The deadline for listing events is the Thursday before the Tuesday publica­ tion date. For example, a story in the Dec. 9 Sun and News must be received at the office by 2 p.m. Thursday. Dec. 4. Information can be mailed to Patricia Johns. 1351 North M-43 Highway. Hastings. 49058. Please include a tele­ phone number and the name of a contact person. Material can be faxed to 269-945-5192. Please write “Attention Patricia Johns” on the cover sheet and if sending more than one sheet be sure that the name and telephone number of the church is included on each page of the fax. Information can also be emailed to jadnews@voyager.net. Please be sure to include “for Patricia Johns” on the subject line. LOCAL CHURCH DIRECTORY ALASKA BAPTIST CHURCH A Living Church - Serving a Living Lord Morning Worship...........................9:30 am Fellowship Time........................... 10:35 a.m. Sunday School ............................. 10:50 a m. Evening Praise................................ 6.00 p.m. WEDNESDAY Family Night 6:00 p.m 7240 68th Street, SE - Caledonia 2 miles east of M-37 Pastor. Dr. Brian F. Harrison Youth Pastor Kevin Stiles C 0 M M Ul I I Y CHURCH a place to belong , a place to become (Contemporary, Casual, Non-denominational) Sunday Morning Worship ...........9:30 & 11:00 a m. 8175 Broadmoor, Caledonia Rev Michael Stowell. Lead Pastor Rev David Moorhead, Assoi Pastor Joe Cipcic. Worship Leader Denny Houma, Youth Pastor Church Office 616-891-0287 Visit our web site www.brightskje.org CALEDONIA CHRISTIAN RETOKMED CHURCH FIRST BAPTIST CHURCH OF MIDDLEVILLE M-37, north of Middleville • 795-9726 Bruce N. Stewart, Senior Pastor Tim A. Vine. Asst. Pastor/Youth Douglas (>. Beason. Visitation Pastor Gary Weaver. Music Minister Pastor David Stewart. CF - Children s Pastor Sunday School Sunday Morning Worship Service Sunday Evening Service Wednesday Mid-Week Prayer Word of lafe Clubs 945 a.m. 11:00 a.m. 600 p.m. 645 p m. 6.45 p.m. MIDDLEVILLE CHRISTIAN REFORMED 708 W. Main Street Morning Worship Service Sunday School Evening Worship Service 10:00 a.m. 11:15 a.m. 6:00 p.m. YOU ARE INVITED Rev. Tom DeVries, Pastor - 795-9901 Good Shepherd Lutheran Church 908 W. Main Street (Missouri Synod) Worship......................................... 9:30 a m. Sunday School........................... 11:00 a.m. Adult Bible Class........................ 11:00 a.m. Rev E. Anthony Sikora Church: (616) 795-2391 Services at 9 30 a m. and 6 p.m. 3449 - 76th St. S.E., Caledonia 698-9660 9255 84th Street, Alto, Ml 49302 One mile east of Whitneyville Rd A Church for today’s world Spirit-filled family Church. Rev P Adams Phone 891-8440 Sunday School for ages 3 yr. thru 6th grade: Sr. High, Sun. 6:30 pm Jr. High, Sun. 6:30 pm Church Office: (616) 891-1512 M-37 at 100th St GUN LAKE COMMUNITY CHURCH & PRESCHOOL 12200 We« M 179 Highway (Chief Noonday Road) Wayland. MI 49348 Meeting you. your friends, and your family right where you 're at Sunday Worship 900 am. or 10:30 a.m. Wednesday Worship 6:30 p.m. 269-795-7903 ww* gunlakesomrnumtychurch.org Kraft Avenue at Johnson Street Rev. Dave LeBlanc, Pastor Phone 891-9259 Saturday Evening Mass ... .5:00 p.m. Sunday Mass . .9:00 a.m. & 11:00 a.m. A Place for Family & Friends 6201 Whrtnevsilk: Avenue. Alto CHRISTIAN REFORMED Contemporary Worship 9:30 a_m Sunday School for All Ages 10 45 a.m. Evening Worship 600 p.m Pastor Roger Buhman • Church Office: 848-0391 w-ww .lakesidecanmumty org Leighton Church 9:45 aun Morning Worship . 11.00 un. Wed. Fellowship .. 7:30 pm Located in Leighton Township Comer of 2nd Street and 142nd Avenue Sunday Morang Soadap 8 40 am Tradmcai 1100 a.m Craaeapucan Sonin School for Al Ages KH» am Sunday Ewnng Senvr 600 p m FW Friends Prr-Sdwui-5di < Sq» -Apri• frJO pm RAY TOWNSEM). Paaax Pastor E.G. Frizzell Church Ph. 616^68-6810 • Pastor s Ph 616^97-6740 Preaching the Living Word Serving The Risen Lord Sunday School ........................ 9:30 a.m. Sunday Morning Worship . .10:30 a.m. (Jr. Church & Nursery available.) Currently meeting at: Emmons Lake Elementary 8950 Kraft SE, Caledonia Rev. Dennis Ross ’ Church: (616) 868-7425 UNITED METHODIST CHURCHES Sunday School...10:00 a.m. Morning Worship... 11:00 am. Evening Worship...6:00 p.m. Wednesday Prayer Meeting...7:00 p.m. Middleville - Parmelee Middleville UMC is temporarily meeting at: 9266 Parmeiee Road 9:30 a.m.................................... Sunday School 11:00 a.m....................................... Worship Hour Website: Rev. Royle Bailard, Pastor _____________ Phone 868-6437_____________ Rev. Lee Z.achman Church Office Phone 795-9266 COMMUNITY Lakeside Community Church Sermon Topic: The Symbols of Christmas The Rose . 10:50 im SS. CYRIL and METHODIUS CHURCH WAYFARER^ Sunday, Nov. 30; First Sunday of Advent Praise Staging All Services have a Nurserg available • Barner Free Pastor Robert Gerke • Pastor David Ziehr 5590 Wiitneyville Ave., S.E. Alto, Ml 49302 250 V ine Street (M-37 to Emmons to Vine ) Church School. Sunday 8:30 AM IlOO AM St Paul Lutheran Church Wednesday Mid-Week at the Oasis .. 700 PM Sunday School & Adult Bible Study 9:45 AM Wbe ©lb jSletljoliist CDfjurdfj 1 CALEDONLX Ji UNITED METHODIST ALASKA CONGREGATION 8146 681b St near WNtneyvRe Ave Traditional Service Acoustic Praise & Worship Service THORNAPPLE BIBLE CHURC I 1 GRACE UNITED REFORMED CHURCH Rev. R. Scott Greenway, Pastor Jack Dejong. Pastor of Worship & Adult Ed. JoAnne DeBlaay, Youth Director Al Tiemeyer, Community Calling Communi St Paul Lutheran Church Missouri Synod P nerd* of 84th St awvl Comer and k'* Kraft aet in Caledonia 1 mile west of M-37 159 131st Avenue Phone (269) 792-3543 Worship Times: Service Times: Sunday School.............................................. 9:45a.m.Saturday.................... 4:00 p.m. Mass Sunday....................... 9:30 a.m. Mass Morning Worship................................ 11:00 a m. Evening Worship.......................................... 6:00p.m.Weekdays: Youth Group:.......................... 6:00 p.m. Sunday Wednesday............... 7:30 p.m Mass Midweek 7:00 p.m. Wed. Thursday & Friday 9:30 a.m. Mass 9:30 a.m. Thurs. Sunday Worship ............................ 9:30 a.m. and 6:00 p.m. (Child & Adult) (During the School Year) (Nursery Available Throughout ) + " 1664 N. M-37 Highway Middleville. Ml 49333 • 945-1555 10 AM Sunday Morning Rev Norman Kohns. Pastor (616) 891-8167 Church Office 616-891-8669 Fax: 891-8648 • www.caiedomaumc org 5LSDA1 5ER\ILLUMES 9:15 A M Morning Prayer • 1100 AM Holy Communion Sentct: n 00 P.M Evening Prayer Rt Rev David T HusNvtek - Rector . Ouch 269-7952370 Rectory 2o*94&-<?32’ http b'www churchseek nullcrirch.ancteematt Located near the corner of M-37 and McCann Proclaiming the Whole Counsel of Cod Worship Services..................... 8:45 > m and 10:30 *.m Children’s Sunday School.............................. 10.30 a.m. 2415 McCann Rd. (1 mm off M-37 m Irving) Office Phone 5?l-86£8 • www.StPaulCaledonra nrq Middleville Wesleyan Church "A Church with a caring heart for our community and the world" CALEDONIA HOLY FAMILY CATHOLIC CHURCH Information about events will not be taken over the telephone. Churches can also take advantage of paid advertis­ ing for their events by calling 269-945-9554 and asking to be passed on to the proper advertising representative. (616) • ww* ietgfwjnciMiri.ii.org CHURCH Now meeting at: Thornapple-Kellogg School Auditorium Worship ... 10:00 a.m. Rev. Dr. Jack Doorlag, Interim Minister CHURCH Finding the Way Together! An informal, contemporary church committed to our community. Sunday Worship is at 10:00am in Caledonia Middle School's cafeteria. Everyone is welcome! Nursery & children's activities available For more information: (616) 891-8119 or www.peacechurch.ee Pastor: Rev. Josh Blunt Contact our Dutton office at (616) 65-65- WAY Check our web site: www.wayfarercc.org Redeemer Covenant Church WHITNEYVILLE —Lighting Up Uves for CodSunday Worship 9.30 am Christian Educate Hour 11 Warn ana 4------ ■_ _ Meeting at Caledonia High School Family Night 5:45-8.00 pm Pastor Paul M Hillman Youth Pastor David Lnkson 69S1 Hanna Lake Avenue. Caledonia 616698^0)1 ndeemet^iservnrt Bible Church 8546 Whrtneyvie Ave at 84fh St • 891-8661 “The Church where everybody is somebody... . . .and Jesus is Lord " www.redeemmovmMt.org .4 memhtr at the twngihai GamenmU (Jnmha of Amthu Sunday School Sunday Momrg Wonh^ Meenrg of chape on Whrtneyvie Ave Stnoay Evening Worshp 930 am. 10:30am. 600 p.m Wed Mktweek Prayer & tkbte Study 7TX) p m. Rev Ihomai 9uys. Pastor • Rev Kan Bashor. Assoc Pastor Wetwle whrtneyyfcCbie org �The Sun and News. Middleville. November 25, 2003/ Page 5 Community Thanksgiving dinner set at Annalaines by Patricia Johns Staff Writer Sharon Haney is celebrat­ ing her two years at Annalaines in Alto by having a community Thanksgiving dinner from noon until 5 p.m. Thursday, Nov. 27. at her restaurant and banquet hall in Alto. “This is a way we can thank our loyal patrons and give to the community.” she says. This year she has expand­ ed her restaurant offerings to include dinner on Tuesday and Thursday night and is offering brunch on Sundays. The banquet facility contin­ ues to be Ixxikcd for wed­ dings and other parties as well. “It has been an exciting year and 1 want to share how thankful I am with the com­ munity," Haney says. Haney welcomes anyone who is alone for the holiday to come enjoy dinner. Families also are welcome. The community Thanksgiving dinner will feature turkey with all the traditional trimmings. There will be pie for dessert. Haney’s husband. Don. has made sore that televisions will be tuned to football games. The dinner is a family affair, with Sharon getting help from Don and her chil­ dren. Annalaines is open Mondays. Wednesday and Fridays from 8 a.m. to 2 p.m. for breakfast and lunch. The restaurant is open from 8 a.m. until 8 p.m. on Tuesdays and Thursdays for breakfast, lunch and dinner. Brunch is served on Sundays from 11 a.m. until 2 p.m. The free community Thanksgiving dinner will be held on Thursday. Nov. 27. from noon until 5 p.m. at the restaurant at 6555 Alden Nash Road, north of 84th Street. For more information about the restaurant, catering or the Thanksgiving dinner call Haney at 616-868-0388. The Thornapple Kellogg National Honor Society food drive brought in almost 1200 items for the food pantries maintained by local churches. Here Amy Porter's aca­ demic center class brought in 364 items. TK National Honor Society students hold Thanksgiving food drive Annalaine’s Restaurant at 6555 Alden Nash Road in Alto is the site of a free Thanksgiving dinner on Thursday, Nov. 27 from noon until 5 p.m. St. Paul blood drive attracts 31 donors St. Paul Lutheran Church conducted its first-ever blood drive Nov. 17 in conjunction with Michigan Community Blood Centers. The church, located at 8436 Kraft SE in Caledonia, recruited 31 prospective blood donors, of whom 26 were able to donate at the drive, according to Blood Center recruiter Anne Lowery . The turnout for the drive included five people who gave blood for the very first time. "These are wonderful results, especially for a first­ blood drive," Lowery said. "St. Paul Lutheran Church also is noteworthy because Pastor Dave Ziehr, a very dedicated and enthusiastic organizer for the drive, has confirmed that the church will sponsor four blood drives next year!" With the need for blood increasing continually, groups that sponsor multiple drives each year are especial­ ly important to the communi­ ty blood supply, Lowery noted. Michigan Community Blood Centers, a non-profit blood bank, provides 100% Middle Villa Inn of the regular blood supply for all hospitals in Kent County, which care for patients from a large, multi­ county area. St. Paul Lutheran's four blood drives during the com­ ing year all will be held on Mondays. The dates for drives in 2004 at St. Paul’s Lutheran Church are Feb. 9. May 24. Aug. 30. and Nov. 8. "To make sure our hospi­ tals have all the blood their patients need, Michigan Community Blood Centers has to collect an average of 140 pints of blood every day, year round," Lowery said. "Blood drives such as St. Paul Lutheran’s are critically important in maintaining a •Big Band Dance* Tommy Z's 13-Piece Big Band" Z Saturday, Nov. 22 call for details Come enjoy the tradition... —34th ANNUAL- THANKSGIVING BUFFET Thursday, Nov. 27 • 11:30 am to 5 pm MENU: Carved Turkey. Baked Ham, Fried Shrimp. Candied Yams. Mashed Potatoes, Bread Stuffing. Green Beans Almondine, Corn O'Brien, Cranberry Sauce and our Famous Gourmet Table with all your favorite salads. ADULTS...$ 12.95 Children under 10...56.95 Children under 3 are FREE! Regular menu will also be available. PLUS...Open Bowling Bring this coupon and enjoy... I FREE DESSERT; l ...this Thanksgiving with every dinner purchased. I (One coupon good for whole party.) I Middle Villa Inn On M-37, north of Middleville 795-3040 or 891-1287 Paul Henry Trail reopens Monday The Middleville section of the Paul Henry Thomapple Trail will reopen .Monday, Dec. 1, at dawn. The trail is open to walk­ ers, cyclists and if there is snow, cross-country skiers and snowshoers. The trail is not groomed. The trail is closed to all motorized vehicles except for motorized wheelchairs and emergency vehicles. Snowmobiles are not allowed on the trail. For more information about the Paul Henry Thomapple Trail or the Thomapple Trail Association check out the website at thornappletrail .com or thorn ap­ ple trail org. safe, adequate supply of blood." Any reasonably healthy person 17 or older who weighs 110 pounds or more may be eligible to give blood every 56 days. On average, one out of every 10 hospital patients will require a blood transfu­ sion. Of every 100 Americans, 50 to 60 people are eligible to give blood, but only about three actually donate. People who are interested in giving blood at one of the drives sponsored by St. Paul Lutheran Church may call 891-8688 to make an appointment. Students In Rachel Cobb’s Academic Center class at the high school worked just as hard as those in Amy Porter’s class. The real winners in the food drive organ­ ized by the National Honor Society are the local food pantries. NASCAR AUCTION Thursday, Dec. 11, 2003 • 10:00 a.m. Main Street Savings Bank Community Room 629 W. State St., Hastings, Ml Just in time for Christmas’! Over 1 (MM) NASCAR collectibles Call Apple Tree auctioneering for complete listing APPLETREE AUCTIONEERING 517 W. Grand St.. Hastings, Ml 49058 Jim & Jennifer Lumbert, Auctioneers Father & Daughter Auctioneers 269-945-5983 or 269-945-0020 e-mail: appletreeauctions@men.com Richard J. Choryan, OD welcomes Sara Davis, OD to the practice of Caledonia Vision Center 9809 Cherry Valley (M37) Caledonia. Ml 49316 (616)891-2020 & Wyoming Family Vision Care 1391 - 36th Street SW Wyoming, Ml 49509 (616) 538-5420 (Sat i Io ! �Page 6/The Sun and News, Middleville, November 25, 2003 Farmer offers harvest fun to TK first-graders by Patricia Johns Staff Writer Farmer Rich Palmer con­ tinues makes a big impres­ sion on Thomapple Kellogg students. This year he played host to middle school choir students, but it is for firstgraders in Shelley Erb’s class that harvest time is special. Palmer has been inviting first-graders to his farm in October for several years. This year he let them pick their own pumpkins from the field so they could find “just the right one ” He also cracked open a sugar beet and showed the white inside. He talked about how sugar beets were differ­ ent from the purple beets they might eat at lunch. Students got to wander through the sheaves in his com maize. They all went on a hayride, explored his deco­ rated bam and enjoyed doughnuts and juice. Palmer also donates large pumpkins to each of the first grade classrooms so students can do math activities with them. Students estimate how many inches around each pumpkin is. how much each weighs and how many seeds are in each pumpkin. These first-graders learned the connection between farming . sugar and harvest. Erb says, “He is a very generous man and is great with the children. I feel very fortunate that the children in my class get this special opportunity each year to experience.’' First graders picked out their own pumpkins McFall first graders wander through the sheaves of the corn maze. Elaine N. Mesecar--------------- Farmer Rich Palmer talked with students about sugar beets and pumpkins at a recent visit by first grade stu­ dents in Shelley Erb’s class at McFall. Quality Family Eye Care Since 1929 Bard Bloom, O.D. Scott Bloom, O.D. OPTOMETRISTS 2 Locations Hastings 1510 N. Broadway 945-2192 Wayland 216 N. Main 792-0515 MOST INSURANCE ACCEPTED MIDDLEVILLE - Mrs. Elaine N. Mesecar. age 72, of Middleville, formerly of Freeport, went to be with her Lord and Savior Tuesday, Nov. 18. 2003 at Carveth Village, Middleville. Mrs. Mesecar was bom on Oct. 30. 1931 in Middleville, the daughter of Lowell and Sylvan Tagg. She was raised in Middleville and Freeport area and attended Delton. Algonquin. Macomber and Freeport schools, graduating in 1950 from Freeport High School. She was married to Merton 1. Mesecar on Dec. 2. 1951 in Freeport, and lived in the Freeport area thereafter. She was employed at Hastings Manufacturing and retired in 1997 after 31 years of service. Mrs. Mesecar was a mem­ ber of Freeport United Methodist Church, and Wednesday PM Bowling League in Hastings and attended many city, state and national tournaments. Elaine was a homemaker. she enjoyed knitting and cro­ cheting for family and friends and donated many of her crocheted lap afghans to Love Inc. and Tender Care patients. Most of all she was a car­ ing, loving mother, grand­ mother. great grandmother and sister. She enjoyed spending time with her loved ones. She is-survived by her son, Gary (Kathleen) Mesecar of Lake Odessa; three daugh­ ters, Ellen (Robert) Smart of Lake Odessa, Irene (Robert) Tribble of Hastings, Dorene (Daniel) Owen of Middleville; two sisters. Donna Tagg of Freeport, and Ruth Tagg of Hastings; 15 grandchildren and 16 great grandchildren. Preceded in death by her husband, Merton I. Mesecar; son, Gordon L. Mesecar; grandsons, Darren Mesecar and baby boy Tribble; her parents, Lowell and Sylvan Tagg. Funeral services were held Friday, Nov. 21, 2003 at the Beeler Funeral Chapel, Middleville. Rev. George Speas and Pastor Paul Peterson officiating. Interment Freeport Cemetery, Freeport. Memorial contributions may be made to the Freeport United Methodist Church or Barry Community Hospice Care. Arrangements by the Beeler Funeral Home, Middleville. Brice-Schut exchange vows Kelli Jo Brice and Cory Schut were united in marriage on Aug. 2, 2003 at the Orchard Hills Golf Course. Parents of the couple are Michael and Debra Brice and Reggie and Catherine Schut. Matron of honor was Shauna Brice, sister of the bride. Bridesmaids were Sarah Schut? sister of the gnxim, Rebecca Lett, friend of the bride, Angela Weibenga, friend of the bride. Best man was Trevor Schut, brother of the groom. Groomsmen and ushers were Eric Reeder, friend of the groom, Nick Tiripin, friend of the groom and Jason Count, friend of the groom. Special guest was Jaydynn Taylor Schut, daughter of the bride and groom. Master and mistress of ceremony were Bill and Vicky Steffen, aunt and uncle of the bride. The couple honeymooned with a cruise to Cozumel and now reside in the Gun Lake area. 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These toys will be washed and sorted by age by Wendy Barker and then dis­ tributed to native American children in Michigan by Diane Irish. Pictured from left are Sean Jager, Jacob Huyser, Angelique Alcala and Karlee Oldhouse. Learning Center book fair slated for Dec. 1 The Thomapple Kellogg learning Center preschtM>l classrooms will have a book fair from Monday, Dec. 1. to Saturday. Dec. 6. in room 107 at the Learning Center, 507 West Main St.in Middleville, next to McFall Elementary School. There will be a special book fair open house Monday. Dec. 1. from 6 to 8 p.m. in room 107. There 8teensma Plumbing Repair service run daily for your convenience 795-7495 10% off labor for senior citizens. will be story time, refresh­ ments and door prizes. Pre­ school staff members invite parents to come and shop while the children enjoy a story. The book fair will be open daily from 8:30 to 9:30 a.m., 11:30 a.m. to I p.m. and from 3 to 4 p.m. during the week. The final day will be Dec. 6 from 9 a.m. until noon. It will be open before, during and after the parade. The fair includes books for a variety of ages and gifts as well. Have Your Photo Taken with Santa... November 29th and December 6th 11AM to 2 PM • $3.00 MARINE CORPS RESERVE 10% Off ...on Select Tiles and Woods BRING IN A TOY ($15 value) and receive FREE 6# Rebond Pad with purchase of DuPont Stainmaster Carpet & Installation See showroom consultant for details. (616)8919000 CHRISTMAS^ AR£A Rl;GS To the editor: I am grateful to Peggy Merrill. Mike Schipper and staff, and Contempo Salon for writing about the danger­ ous stretch of M-37 from 84th Street to 100th Street. Contempo suggests a peti­ tion drive to our state repre­ sentatives. I don't think it will help. We sent a huge list of names to the Michigan Department of Transportation. Meant noth­ ing! The MDOT conducted a study and concluded that almost nobody was disobey­ ing the speed limit, therefore, no change in the speed limit was warranted! One Caledonia was sug­ gested that M-DOT take all speed limit signs down, so nobody would be disobeying speed limits! Since the above letters were published, we've had even more accidents! With all the curb cuts and traffic, that stretch of M-37 needs: • A lower speed limit — now! • Traffic lights at 100th, the D&W Plaza and 92nd — now! Lastly, some questions and answers. Do developers want a piece of the pie at 92nd and 100th? Then surely they can be asked to share the cost with taxpayers. Getting nowhere with State Rep. Glenn Steil (517) 373-0840 or Sen. Ken Sikkema (517) 373-0797? Tell them you vote, then act accordingly. Want another phone number? Gov. Jennifer Granholm 373-3400. (517) Eunice Vanderlaan. 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GPS/DVD Navigation System, Automatic Dual Climate Control, Electronically Controled Air Suspension System Stop in for a test drive today! now available at-________________ Bill Seif Chevrolet Buick j �Page 8/The Sun and News, Middleville, November 25, 2003 Holy Family Youth plan Christmas Tree Project Bradford White Job Shadow The mysteries of water heating and manufacturing were revealed to two Forest Hills Northern Middle School students during a recent job shadow (From left) Mike The youth at Holy Family Catholic Church plan to give away Christmas trees over Bigelow, director of manufacturing systems helped Paul Stanfield understand the the holiday season. process while Mitchell Bigelow learned from Tim Scott, project engineer Holy Family Church in Caledonia will have its first annual Christmas Tree Project, focusing on giving away trees to the home­ bound and financially strug­ gling families in the com­ munity. Sixty Christmas trees were donated by a tree farm near Cadillac. "We have been working very hard on this project and we’re very excited to be able to share this with the community," says Stefanie Hastings City Bank Here For You Since 1886 RETAIL LENDER Hastings City Bank, a community bank established in 1886, is dedicated to providing outstanding customer service. We are currently looking for a Retail Lender to join our team. This position is responsible for originating, processing and closing all types of retail loans, including consumer and mortgage loans. One to three years of progressive retail lending experience is required. We offer a competitive salary and benefit package. Apply at the Human Resources Department Hastings City Bank 150 W. Court St. Hastings, MI 49058 EOE/M-F I adMNM^ I I mith iamond I I SOUTH OFFICE I I 8980 N. RODGERS DR., CALEDONIA, Ml I I I I I S -D Iwan. director of youth min­ istry for the church. "Our goal is to reach as many people as we can and give them a tree to make their holiday brighter." On Sunday. Dec. 7, the youth will open up the doors of the church and welcome those in need by providing environment of Christmas carolers, festive decorations and hot cocoa. The trees wll be passed out or delivered (depending on the recipient's request) between 6:30 and 7:30 p.m. that night. Amanda Listen, coordi­ nator of the peer ministry team, adds, "Families who sign up to receive a tree Tim Scott shows how have the option to come and pick out their own. We even computers are used in the have volunteers who are manufacturing process as willing to deliver if they Paul Stanfield and Mitchell need assistance.” Bigelow look on. Anyone who is in need or knows someone who would qualify for a free tree is asked to reserve a tree by calling the Holy Family Parish office at 891-9259. 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A 401(k) offers tax-deferred earnings growth, the ability to make pre-tax contributions and a variety of investment choic­ es. Your 401 (k) may also offer a loan feature - but you may want to think twice before using it. At first glance, a 401(k) loan may sound appealing. After all, you're only bor­ rowing from yourself, and you can make repayments gradually. Furthermore, the rate on most 401(k) loans is quite competitive. And you can usually borrow up to $50,000 or half the balance of your account, whichever is smaller. You typically have five years to repay your loan; if you've taken the money out to purchase a home, however, you may have up to 30 years. So. given these induce­ ments to taking out a 401 (k) loan, you might be tempted to call up your employee benefits office if you're in need of cash. On the other hand, there are some major disadvantages to borrowing from your 401 (k). Let's look at them: • You'll use "after-tax" dollars to repay loan - Your 401(k) contributions are typ­ ically made with pre-tax dol­ lars, resulting in a lower tax­ able income for you. But when you repay a 401(k) loan, you're using after-tax dollars, so you get no tax break. Also, those dollars 1 Saving on home I insurance is < will be taxed again when you eventually withdraw them for retirement. Consequently, you'll pay taxes two times on the money you use to pay back your loan - and this double taxation can greatly inflate the cost of borrowing from your 401 (k). • You must pay the loan back quickly upon leaving job - When you take out a 40](k) loan, you may plan on staying in your job for a long time. But things can change. You may find anoth­ er career opportunity you want to pursue, or you may face a layoff. If you leave your job, voluntarily or involuntarily, you’ll need to repay your 40l(k) loan com­ pletely. usually within 60 days. If you can't, the bal­ ance will be considered a taxable distribution - and you may even have to pay a 10 percent penalty on it. • You'll slow progress toward your retirement goals - Possibly the most impor­ tant reason to avoid taking out a 401 (k) loan is that such a loan can reduce the funds you'll eventually have for retirement. Any money you take out as a loan is money that does not have the oppor­ tunity to grow for you. While it's true that you will eventu­ ally pay the loan back, you will have, in effect, taken some money out of the mar­ ket - possibly out of a bull market. Even worse, you could find it prohibitively expensive to both pay back your loan and add new dol­ lars to your 401 (k), causing you to temporarily cut back, or eliminate, your contribu­ tions. Clearly, you've got some “No Problem.” undreds of thousands of families are saving money with Auto-Owners Insurance for their home and mobile home protection. Stop in and ask Don’t forget to take your retirement plan with you. It's common practice to take an out of sight, out of mind attitude once you leave an employer. But this isn’t a good approach to take with your us about quality pro­ tection, with flexi­ retirement plan. Consider a ble payment rollover into an Edward Jones self directed IRA. Together we plans and “No Problem” claim real issues to consider before borrowing from your 401 (k). In fact, you may want to con­ sider some alternatives. You can probably find a low-rate home equity loan, and your interest payments may be tax-deductible. (Keep in mind, though, that you are using your house as collater­ al.) In any case, think long and hard before tapping into your 401(k). This plan was creat­ ed for one reason - to help you save for retirement. That’s a worthy goal to pre­ serve. Matthew R. DeCamp SERVING OUR COUNTRY The directors of Hastings City Bank have elected Matthew R. DeCamp to the board of Hastings City Bank, Nicholas A. Tuuk effective Nov. 1. Navy Seaman Nicholas A. DeCamp began his busi­ Tuuk. son of Michelle K. ness career in the marketing Tuuk of Caledonia, and department of Flexfab in Robert J. Tuuk of Grand 1993. Within the Flexfab Rapids, recently completed organization, he has held U.S. Navy basic training at progressively more responsi­ Recruit Training Command. ble positions, such as sales Great Lakes. III. manager, production manag­ During the eight-week pro­ gram. Tuuk completed a variety of training which included classroom study and practical instruction on naval customs, first aid. fire fighting, water safety and survival, and shipboard and aircraft safety. An emphasis was also placed on physical fitness. The capstone event of boot camp is “Battle Stations”. This exercise gives recruits the key skills and confidence they need to graduate and take to the fleet. “Battle Stations” has been designed to galvanize the basic warrior attributes of sacrifice, dedi­ cation. teamwork and endurance in each recruit through the practical applica­ tion of basic Navy skills and the core values of honor, courage, and commitment. Its distinctly “Navy” flavor was designed to take into account what it means to be a Sailor. Tuuk is a 2003 graduate of Caledonia High School of Caledonia.. work as hard as you do. Insurant* mum run Orta Rams •* Lx» Sever 0O6NKCXHI President 497 Arlington St (M-37) RO. Box 99. Middleville Ml 49333 (269) 891-8208 (269) 795-3302 Toll free (800) 706-3302 Fax (269) 795-3935 ANNUAL NEW YEAR’S DAY AUCTION January 1, 2003 • 10:00 a.m. Democratic Hall, S. Jefferson, Hastings Large collections of coins, Hummels, & BB Guns. Furniture & misc. antiques. Still time to consign. APPLETREE AUCTIONEERING __ •V—* 517 W. Grand St.. Hastings. 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Rairigh explained that doors like this one with etched glass panels often came in pairs. He noted that reproductions often bring down the price of originals. Lorraine Otto brought in a Sewing Bird from 1850. probably made in England. It has always been in her family. There is a small clamp to hold items while sewing and its value was estimated at $200 to $350. Rairigh said, “This is one of the nicest I’ve seen and it is in very good condition.” Otto intrigued Rairigh with her Old Taylor Brothers thermometer was from 1887. Rairigh estimated that the three-sided, silver plated thermometer used for adver­ tising could bring in at auc­ tion $100 to $150. French said. “We had a wide variety of items. There was some unique glassware, including a Mobridges Lamp with the scene painted inside of the glass shade." Items among the 67 appraised were a couple of Victorian clocks, a set of tin soldiers and even an old rifle with a wonderful Glen Rairigh shows the audience a thermomete, imported from England almost 150 years ago. story behind it. “All and all, it was great fun," French said. The appraisal fair at the 2004 Chev. MALIBU LT Leather, Power Adjustable Pedals, Heated Seats, Steering Wheel Audio/Cruise Controls, Automatic Climate Control, In-Dash 6 Disc CD Changer, Home Link, Power Sunroof o mo Down 48 mo. lease miles per year 353.20 due at signing. GM Employees & family members enjoy additional savings Bill Seif Chevrolet Buick S M-37 IN HASTINGS VFW building also was an opportunity for the THA to promote the organization. Appraisal expert Glen Rairigh talks about a door owned by Charlotte Finkbeiner with an etched glass panel. World renowned percussionist visits Kettle Lake Elementary by Cathy Rueter Staff Writer Students at Kettle Lake Elementary in Caledonia were treated recently to a perform­ ance by Grammy-award win­ ning percussionist, Cyro Baptista and part of his "Beat the Donkey" ensemble. Baptista and a portion of his 10-piece drum, percussion and dance ensemble performed for the students and gave them the opportunity for some interac­ tion with the musical group. He shared views on Brazilian culture, the “fine” art of recy­ cling everyday objects into percussion pieces and intro­ duced his performers, along with their many talents, which went hand-in-hand with teach­ ing the students how to use their bodies and surroundings as percussion instruments. Baptista has recorded, played and toured with a wide range of well-known recording artists such as Sting, Wynton Marsalis. Yo-Yo Ma and Herbie Hancock. According to his website. World-renowned percussionist Cyro Baptista, took time out of his tour (stopping at the Intersection in Downtown GR) to visit Kettle Lake Elementary with part of his “Beat the Donkey” ensemble. 269-9*5-2425 1-800-235-2425 See percussionist, pg. 17 Christopher J. Hier, 616-891-1240 General Dentistry for Children & Adults — NEW PATIENTS WELCOME — Early Morning <& Evening Appointments Available Conveniently located on M-37 in Caledonia (Right on the uay to orfrom work) Quality dental care in a relaxed and friendly atmosphere. ^WHITE Your Smile The First Thing People See! Kettle Lake students learned to use their own bodies and the space around them to make percussion music with the help of Cyro Baptista �The Sun and News. Middleville. November 25, 2003/ Page 11 Caledonia Supt. search continues with interview bv Cathy Rueter Staff Writer Wes VanDenburg, current superintendent of the Belding District, likes kids — a lot, which became abun­ dantly clear in his interview last Wednesday with the Caledonia Board of Education as the newest can­ didate for the vacant superin­ tendent position. "I’m a hands-on type of administrator. I like to be in classrooms and schools," said VanDenburg. "Handson. That’s my management style, my leadership style. To have a pulse on the district." Though VanDenburg readily admits that he likes to have fun at his job. he’s also quick to point out that he runs a “disciplined” (admin­ istration) building. "I’m 51 going on 16. I’m positive and upbeat. I’m a kid at heart. Our office (in Belding) is full of laughter. We tease each other in a pos­ itive way. (It’s a) kind, pro­ fessional. ethical atmos­ phere. "It’s (also) a disciplined building. My staff knows I have high expectations of them... I have even higher expectations for myself. I’m not afraid to make tough decisions...." VanDenburg’s resume is filled with educational and professional achievements including two master's degrees, one in educational leadership and one in coun­ seling and personnel, both from Western Michigan University. In addition, he has numerous educational/professional seminars to his credit. VanDenburg can count among his professional expe­ riences that of superintend­ ent, principal, (high school and middle school), assistant principal, teacher, counselor, athletic director and school board member of various schools. His resume is also strewn with instances of his involve­ ment and creative efforts for school, staff, parents, kids and the community. He is noted for having “turned around” difficult situations at various schools that he has served — often due to his enthusiasm, professionalism, strong belief system and his “kids first attitude." His personal experiences offer the same wide variety as his professional. He and his wife. Robin, are parents of three boys and were foster parents for many years. VanDenburg was also a pro­ fessional baseball player for the New York Yankees before an injury stopped that career. VanDenburg’s ready humor shined when he was asked what he sees as a typi­ cal day (as a superintendent). "I’ve been in this business (administration) for years. I haven't had a typical day yet," he laughed. He explained that the many issues that he faces each day are varied and the> all need attention, which doesn’t seem io bother him in the least. "I love what 1 do. I take a Wes VanDenburg. a Hastings High School graduate, is known for his “kids first attitude," having fun on the job and high standards. VanDenburg is currently interviewing for the vacant Caledonia superintendent position, tremendous joy in this pro­ fession." One of the reasons VanDenburg applied for the position he admits is “purely selfish." His (extended) fam­ ily lives in Hastings, where VanDenburg grew up and graduated from high school. His father is in ill health. VanDenburg and his wife would like to be closer. He’s also looking to the district as a challenge. VanDenburg is currently working in a school district of approximatley 2,6(X) stu­ dents and 408 staff members. He says he likes what he’s doing and isn’t “running from a job.” but is looking forward to the challenge that he believes Caledonia will provide. VanDenburg admits that he has worked in school dis­ tricts where there have been gang-related challenges, low budget problems and disci­ pline issues. He sees Caledonia’s growth as a dif­ ferent and interesting kind of challenge. "I like challenges," he stat­ ed. "I don’t like to sit still long." What doesn’t he like about his career choice? Again, sit­ ting down and sitting still. "I don’t enjoy sitting down and crunching num­ bers or going through legal documents. That’s not fun for me. but I do it." This philosophy of doing whatever it takes to get the job done, even if you don’t like it, seemed to permeate much of VanDenburg’s interview. A difficult, but good example was w hen the board questioned him as to “his toughest decision.” "When downsizing staff when I know that family, those kids. Those (decisions) are not fun for me. but 1 do them.’ And VanDenburg does know many of the kids m his district, many of the parents. He makes it a point to know them. He meets regularly with the student council. parent groups, communitv members and staff, a policy that he plans to continue should he be hired by Caledonia. "I have an open door poli­ cy. I give my cell phone number to anyone who needs it I’m on call 24 hours a day. This is a mission. Turn around time is very crucial." And what would he do if the board was divided on an issue? "That’s okay to be divided at times. (I’d) bring all the information to the table. As long as (the division) is not driven by power, ego. per­ sonal agendas. Then that becomes unsettling. (But) I keep reminding (the board) of the purpose (of the issue). "Roles (of the board and administration) are changing as districts develop. (We) keep redefining, keep talk­ ing. It's not all black and white. We have to realize there’s going to be compro­ mise. We have to be honest and direct. "We can agree to disagree. If the mission and the agenda is what's best for kids, (then) we're right on target." With the looming spectre of budget cuts and other hard decisions to make as a super­ intendent. how does he plan to face these topics? "Listen to the issues. Get the administration team inv­ oted. .. then go to the board. "Always ask for input by people that are affected by the decision. Get their input, then make a decision. People accept decisions when they've had an opportunity to give their input." VanDenburg also believes that by review issues with those involved, often cre­ ative solutions are the result. How does he feel about measuring student achieve­ ment? "Standardized testing is one small piece of the puz­ zle. You need parent (input). (How many are going for) higher learning after gradua­ tion... Do followups (on graduates)... Have post (graduation) conferences with students." "Some students are going to go further (in their school­ ing)... some are going to struggle." explained VanDenburg. "Our goal is to do whatever we can to pre­ pare students for life beyond high school. It's our mission. "Kids are the priority." VanDenburg counts lead­ ing by example among his best characteristics, as well as not being afraid to take risks, admitting when he's made mistakes and driven by a purpose for academic See interview, page 15 FREE ENROLLMENT! 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November 25, 2003 Kinsey proposal, continued from page 1 Implementation of the plan, and handling of the underly­ ing issues may depend upon a different council than the one now serving, as President Daryl Penfold will not continue in his office when his term expires and there is a possibility for shift in majority opinion after the election March 8. Also, it is not yet known who will tum in petitions to run on several council seats, and who will be elected in the race. Petitions are sup­ posed to be turned in by Nov. 24. Positions on the council include the presi­ dent's, for a two-year term, one trustee position for a two-year term (now filled by Mike Maviglia,) and three positions for four year terms, now held by Wendy Zandstra, Dan Erskine and Nick Unger. The major unresolved issues surrounding this pro­ posal. according to either commissioners and to resi­ dents, centered around densi­ ty and the condition of both Kinsey and 100th Streets which arc felt to be inade­ quate to handle any more traffic. These were discussed and arc summarized as fol­ lows: • Density — In May. a housing density of about 3.45 units per acre, with a total of 116 single family homes and 24 two family condo units were proposed with a possible total of 164 units. In June the developers proposed 116 units, but said under R-2 zoning, could yield as many as 137 lots. Residents asked that R-l zoning, which could yield 60 to 70 homes would be more appropriate, but the parcel has been planned to be rezoned to R-2 in the Master Plan for many years. In early August, 116 homes were proposed by the developer, but in late August, at the time of an offer to help pay for village street improvements, no spe­ cific number of homes was mentioned. In September. 141 homes were proposed. Earlier in November, developers Bob and John Tol, proposed 141 units in the plan, but at the public hearing had reduced it to 136 single family homes, lots lost to stormwater detention. An additional possibility of only 135 units to accommodate an alternate route for a RailTrail detour to avoid the business activity on Kinsey between Main and Lake streets may still be consid­ ered. Tol said he liked the concept, which would give residents direct walking access to the downtown area. This would depend on vil­ lage ability to acquire rights of way between Short Street and the development. A sun­ set date was asked for so that if the trail was not to be com­ pleted. the lot set aside for a trail would revert to the development. The rest of the trail might be routed along development streets, perhaps on one side and back toward Kinsey and Maple streets, with mainte­ nance and liability turned over to the County. Bob Tol said the density could not be further reduced and still make enough profit to still make the project worth while. Homes are expected to sell for around $140,000 to meet the needs of families of the area for affordability. He said he was not here for a fast buck. The developer said there were 20 fewer units than allowed. He said small lots were a current trend, driven by M-6 and the expanding popula­ tions in the U.S. Tol said "if you drive us out," another developer might put fewer homes (80 or 90) on the parcel, under R2 zoning but there would not be common open space, there would not be buffers, and there would be high priced homes on two acre lots. The developer has met the open space requirement, has retained some natural fea­ tures. such as an existing pond, and includes a central­ ly located park in the devel­ opment. Landscaping plant­ ings are planned as buffers to surrounding homes. Open space would be maintained by the association. Resident Barry Slinkman said the plan had been improved since May, but pointed out that the plan had been for 116 units in June, and asked why 136 were BODY SHOP is the time oj year back and take stock of all the good things that we have in our fives. O^hat’s why we woufd fike to take this opportunity to thank you Jbr your patronage/ Quality Auto Glass There’s No Substitute For Quality— ! Clearly You Will See The Difference! I /] 4f • Complete Collision Sen ice Autos & Trucks • Loaners Available • 100% Guarantee on repairs BODY SHOP • 110 Johnson at Kinsey Caledonia j 616-891-0150 | “U? by diTiJcnt" being considered when with less excavating, the cost to the developer would be reduced. He compared village lot sizes with lots in this devel­ opment. He said 212 lots were less than two acres in the village. He measured the village lots, at a 60,000 square foot average. Many lots are 66 feet by 132 deep at 8,712 square feet. More than 25 percent are between eight and nine thousand square feet, he said. Only seven lots (3 percent) are less than 6,000 square feet. One hundred lots in the Kinsey plan are to be less than 6,000 square feet. Slinkman said. Homes this close would not be compati­ ble with the surrounding area, he pointed out. He also mentioned street parking, and neighborhood noise, both problematic. He asked the commission­ ers to address this, and advo­ cated allowing the village average lot size, which would result in 90 lots in this development. Resident Victoria Peabody pointed out that quality of life issues were at stake, and in conflict with the General Development Plan. She also referred to another 38 acre develop­ ments in the township with fewer homes, which have existed for long periods, without the consideration of increased density. McNeilly said the master plan was only a guide, but the zoning ordinance was law. Williamson said the com­ mission could ask for things of benefit to the village, such as preservation of open space, walkability, buffers and natural features in a PUD, but not under simple R-2 zoning. Several people, including Planning Consultant Mark Sisson, argued for high den­ sities because of available public utilities, which was supposed to prevent urban sprawl elsewhere, but not in the village. He said the ag zoning in the village was one of a holding zone. Karen Wells said someone had to live next to higher density development, the alternative being urban sprawl. Although some farming occurs around the parcel in question, and may threaten the agrarian way of life there, no farming has occurred on this parcel since 1987, Commissioner Bill Robertson said. Sisson said it was up to the commissioners to decide if it was time for rezoning to occur. Stephen Duren said the proposed density threatens those abstract qualifies allud­ ed to in the master plan, and asked commissioners to con­ sider the surrounding charac­ ter of the historic village. He asked them to protect the quality of life for both exist­ ing and future residents who want to move to Caledonia because of those characteris­ tics. "If it’s not financially pos­ sible to reduce the density, then we shouldn't do it at all." Susan Berensci said it was the commission's duty to consider impacts on those who live in Caledonia and not who would have sprawl someplace else. She said it was a beautiful project, but wasn't suited to this historic area. Former Planning Chair Al Niles said this density would set a precedent. It was said the other devel­ opments. Cobblestone in Holland and Bailey's Grove, cited as examples by the developer had 6.000- to 7,000-square-foot lots. Another resident pointed out approval would just open the door to increased densi­ fies on adjoining properties, rather than protecting the vil­ lage character. Commissioner Nick Unger said the property won't stay ag. even though the density seems like the wrong plan at the wrong time. He said he thought a PUD this dense would not be beneficial for the communi­ ty• Infrastructure — The Caledonia Village Planning Commission in June refused to recommend the proposal based on inadequate roads and infrastructure to support the added population from the development. On July 14, the Village Council sent the request back for the commissioners to clarify their reasoning for denial of the rezoning from ag to R-2. This was dis­ cussed on Aug. 5. Since that time, the developers and commissioners have met several times to work out problems with the plan. The Tois in August offered to put $200,000 toward paving, signaling, sidewalks, or intersection improvements; up to the vil­ lage to decide how to spend, to help offset costs caused from more residents in the new development and to eliminate the commissioner's stated barrier to approve the request. No plans to improve either Kinsey (by the village) or 100th (by the county and township) and has been pre­ sented, and commissioners noted no improvements have been made. The amount to be given to the Village toward infrastructure is esti­ mated to represent only a portion of the total cost to widen, pave and add side­ walks to Kinsey. Resident Stephen Duren asked if the commissioners had decided street improve­ ment was no longer seen as a barrier. It appeared that some commissioners felt it still was, but others thought approval of the development could not be tied to the con­ dition of the streets, like Bill McNeilly, who pointed to township developments approved all around the vil­ lage without street improve­ ments. He questioned whether the village should "stand in the way of progress." Commissioner Steve Gilbert pointed out the vil­ lage has no authority over 100th Street improvements. He also said the master plan should have been changed prior to development requests, if residents wanted a different plan. Gilbert estimated $45,000 to $60,000 a year in revenues to the village would result from the additional 136 home assessments. Whether this would be true is not clear, with the state talking about shrinking revenue shared funding to village, township and county munici­ palities. Resident Dale Vinestra said the residents were "mad as hell." about this. He said the schools could not handle this, and neither could the village. Tol said he thought infra­ structure improvements would not happen until there were more people. Commissioner Karen Wells said she thought development would push various authorities involved to make the street repairs in the future. Streets within the devel­ opment had been redesigned to be a full 66 feet width. They would exit onto Kinsey in the first phases. Chairman Scott Williamson said the com­ mission could require a pro­ viso that the last phase of development could be tied to paving 100th and a signal at 100th M ! ■ Resident Barry Slinkman said it was great that the developer had agreed to help with the costs, but asked for a plan, what was to be done, how much it would cost, and where the rest of the money would come from, and when it would be done. He asked that the street improvements should be planned before rezoning from ag was recom­ mended. He said planning should go a couple steps further, starting with the Planning Commission even though the street improvements would be made at the council level Former Planning Chair Al Niles said the previous rea­ son for denial was the lack of street infrastructure, and rea­ sons should be given for a change of mind. CALEDONIA TOWNSHIP CALEDONIA TOWNSHIP BOARD November 19, 2003 Present Harrison, Snyder, Cardwell. Bravata, and Bujak Absent: Stauffer & Robertson Also Present Deputy Clerk Palmer Supervisor Harrison called the special Caledonia Township meeting to order at 930 am RESOLUTION TO PLACE THE 2003 WINTER SPECIAL ASSESSMENT DISTRICTS ON THE DECEMBER 2003 TAX ROLL: Moved Cardwell, second Snyder to adopt a resolution to place the 2003 winter special assessment districts on the December 2003 tax roll Roll call vote Ayes: All MOTION CAR­ RIED. ADJOURNMENT: Moved Cardwell, second Snyder to adjourn. Ayes All MOTION CARRIED. Patricia Snyder Caledonia Township Clerk �The Sun and News, Middleville. November 25, 2003/ Page 13 will have the welcome mat out for a special feast for all at in Hastings. There is no charge for the meal, but a free will offering may be donated by those who wish to contribute tow ards the cost. "We enjoy doing it," Margaret said. Wherever you spend On being thankful by Patricia Johns Staff Writer This Thursday is my favorite holiday. I have wonderful memories of childhood celebrations with raw vegetables, peas and mashed potatoes. I even have fond memories of mashing potatoes to get just the right combination of smooth and lumpy which means “real homemade mashed potatoes." Of course there were a few of those Thanksgivings when the turkey wasn’t read} at the same time as the vegetables or the Jell-O salad was hidden in the back of the refrigerator and was­ n’t found for days. When 1 was in college it was the hardest holiday to be away from home. University kitchen turkeys don't taste like the ones from home. As an adult I loved invit­ ing friends to share Thanksgiving, even vegetar­ ians or those morally opposed to the holiday because of the exploitation of Native Americans. One of ATTENTION VILLAGE OF FREEPORT RESIDENTS The Council of the Village of Freeport will hold a public hear­ ing on December 8, 2003, at 7:00 p.m in the Community Center All Purpose Room to hear input and vote regarding the proposed Metropolitan Extension Telecommunications Rightsof-Way Oversight Act Ordinance and Resolutions attached The purpose of said proposes of the proposed Ordinance and Resolutions are to regulate access to and ongoing use of pub­ lic rights-of-way by telecommunications providers and to ensure that the Village qualifies for distributions under the Act by modifying the fees charged to providers and complying with the Act. A copy of this proposed Ordinance and Resolution are avail­ able for viewing in the Freeport District Library and the Village THORNAPPLE AREA ENRICHMENT FOUNDATION Our Hometown Charitable Organization MISSION: To enrich and enhance the quality of life in the Thornapple Area by acting as a leader and catalyst in the evolving needs of the community. For scholarship and charitable gift information, please write to: P.O. Box 164 Middleville, Michigan 49333-0164 tktaef@hotmail.com my favorite memories is a kitchen full of conversation as the turkey is carved, argu­ ments about whether sweet potatoes were yams and whether rutabagas were bet­ ter served sweet or savory. All families create their own Thanksgiving tradi­ tions. For some it is watch­ ing parades or football, for others grinding cranberries and oranges together means Thanksgiving. This can be a difficult time for some families. Those who have loved ones serving in the armed servic­ es in dangerous places can feel very far away. For families still grieving the loss of a loved ones the familiar rituals of thankful­ ness can be a burden. For those who live alone, far from family or friends a turkey and gravy TV dinner can be quite depressing. For some families eco­ nomic hard times can be an added strain. Fortunately several area individuals have planned community Thanksgiving dinners. In Alto Sharon Haney is serving a home­ made turkey dinner with all the traditional trimmings from noon to 5 p.m. at her restaurant, Annalaine’s. She has planned this din­ ner as a way to celebrate her two years at her restaurant and banquet hall at 6555 Alden Nash road in Alto. In addition to turkey, veg­ etables and pie for dessert, diners won’t miss football as television sets will be tuned to the most popular games. A second dinner is being held in Hastings at the First United Methodist Church. This dinner is sponsored by Margaret and Larry Hollenbeck. At 1 p.m. Thursday, Nov. 27. the Hollenbecks again Chiropractic Care for the Whole Family Tanya M Seif D.C.,F.I.C.P.A. Certified in Pediatrics and Prenatal Care • • • • • • 891-8153 Consultation and Exam worth s45. oo I Just present this coupon when you visit. I Offer expires 12 1S-O3 CHARTER TOWNSHIP OF CALEDONIA COUNTY OF KENT, MICHIGAN At a regular meeting of the Township Board of the Charter Township of Caledonia. held at the Township and Village Hall, 250 South Maple Street. Caledonia. Michigan, on the 5th day of November. 2003, at 7 00 p.m. PRESENT: Members Harrison, Snyder. Cardwell. Bravata. Bujak, Robertson. Stauffer ABSENT: Members:_________ The following ordinance was offered by Harrison and supported by Bravata ORDINANCE NO. 03-24Z AN ORDINANCE to amend the Zoning Ordinance of the Township of Caledonia (Amendments in Non-conforming Lot Provisions In R-1, R-2 and R-3 Districts) THE CHARTER TOWNSHIP OF CALEDONIA ORDAINS: Section 1 Section 7.5(a) of the Charter Township of Caledonia Zoning Ordinance, pertaining to the R-1 District, is hereby amended so as to read in its entirety as follows Section 7.5. District Regulations Land, buildings and structures in the R-1 District shall com­ ply with the following requirements unless otherwise provided in this ordinance (a) Minimum Lot Area and Width (1) Without public or community sanitary sewer - Two acres and 200 feet, respectively (2) With public or community sanitary sewer - One acre and 150 feet, respectively provided, however, that any lot or parcel which is platted or otherwise of record, as of the effective date of this subsection may be used for one single family detached dwelling if it has a minimum area of 15,000 square feet and a minimum width of 100 feet Section 2. Section 8.5(a) of the Charter Township of Caledonia Zoning Ordinance, pertaining to the R-2 District, is hereby amended so as to read in its entirely as follows Section 8.5 District Regulations Land, buildings and structures in the R-2 District shall com­ ply with the following requirements unless otherwise provided in this ordinance (a) Minimum Lot Area and Width (1) Without public or community sanitary sewer - One acre and 150 feet, respectively, pro­ vided, however, that any lot or parcel which is platted or otherwise of record as of the effec­ tive date of this subsection may be used for one single family detached dwelling if it has a minimum area of 7,500 square feet and a minimum width of 75 feet (2) With public or community sanitary sewer - One-half acre and 100 feet, respectively, provid­ ed, however, that any lot or parcel which is platted or otherwise of record as of the effective date of this subsection may be used for one single-family detached dwelling if it has a minimum area of 7,500 square feet and a minimum width of 75 feet. Section 3. Section 9.5(a) of the Charter Township of Caledonia Zoning Ordinance, pertaining to the R-3 District, is hereby amended so as to read in its entirety as follows: Section 9.5 District Regulations Land, buildings and structures in the R-3 District shall com ply with the following requirements unless otherwise provided in this ordinance (a) Minimum Lot Area and Width (1) Single Family Dwelling (i) Without public or community sanitary sewer service - 20,000 square feet and 100 feet, respectively; provided, however, that any lot or parcel which is platted or otherwise of record as of the effective date of this subparagraph may be used for one single-family detached dwelling if it has a minimum area of 7,500 square feet and a minimum width of 75 feet. (ii) With public or community sanitary sewer service - 10,000 square feet and 75 feet, respectively; provided, however, that any lot or parcel which is platted or otherwise of record as of the effective date of this subparagraph may be used for one single-family detached dwelling if it has a minimum area of 7,500 square feet and a minimum width of 75 feet. (2) Two Family Dwelling (i) Without public or community sanitary sewer service - 30,000 square feet and 150 feet, respectively; provided, however, that any lot or parcel which is platted or otherwise of record as of the effective date of this subparagraph may be used for one single-family detached dwelling if it has a minimum area of 7,500 square feet and an minimum width of 75 feet (ii) With public or community sanitary sewer service - 15,000 square feet and 100 feet, respectively; provided, however, that any lot or parcel which is platted or otherwise of record as of the effective date of this subparagraph may be used for one single-family detached dwelling if it has a minimum area of 7,500 square feet and an minimum width of 75 feet. Section 4. This ordinance shall become effective seven days after its publication or seven days after the publication of a summary of its provisions in a local news paper of general circulation AYES: Afl NAYS:____ Bryan Harrison Township Supervisor Colic Ear Infections Nutritional Consulting Women’s Health Pregnancy Care Headaches FREE : cooked on the grill turkey, wild rice casserole, green beans, cranberry orange rel­ ish and pumpkin pie. we take a few moments to talk about the past year and to be thankful for each other. Wishing all of you the happiest Thanksgiving. ORDINANCE DECLARED ADOPTED Patricia Snyder Township Clerk First Reading October 15, 2003 Second Reading November 5. 2003 Ordinance becomes effective December 2, 2003 Seif Chiropractic 9090 S. Rodgers Ct. Caledonia Thanksgiving go for a walk, if the night is clear take a moment to look up at the stars. There have been a lot of solar activity this month and with luck and either staying up real late or get­ ting up real early may mean a view of the Northern Lights. Before my family eats its : I I I hereby certify that the foregoing is a true and complete copy of an ordinance adopted by the Township Board of the Charter Township of Caledonia at a regular meeting held on the date first slated above, and I further certify that pubic notice of such meeting was given as provided by law Patricia Snyder Township Clerk �Page 14/The Sun and News, MkJdteviHe. November 25. 2003 TK High School honor roll announced 9th Grade High Honors 3.7 and above - Abby Allison Amy Ball, Nathan Beard. Blake Berkimer. amanda Bruinsma, Caitlin Chamberlin. Eli­ zabeth Cipponeri. Amanda Denney. Lisa DeWitt, Kathym Edwrds, Elizabeth Ells­ worth, Jillian Fasick. Allyson Foster. Anthony Gear­ heart. David Gillig, Angela Gias. Lauren Graham. Sam­ antha Hauschild. Jamie Hester, Corey Humphrey, Shannon Jenkins. 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Heidi Klunder. Jared Lee. Justin Lewis, Rebecca Linsea. Samantha Miller, Matthew Morley. Michael Munjoy, Penny Ormsby. Rebekah Raymond, Karlee Schaner. Aaron Sholty, Molly Slagel, Henry Smith. Darrell Smith. Kevin Thompson. Melissa VanDerVeen. Bradley Waddell. Nicole Wood. Travis Young. 11th Grade High Honors - Casey Aubil, Victorio Azzarella. Curtis Batdorff, Danielle Beilfuss, Kevin Bishop. Leigha Blain. Angela Bocrsma. Kristen Brady. Chanda Brice. Chadwick Brice. Breena Briel, Alan Buckowing. Brynn Curtiss, Reed Ebmeyer, Holly Ed­ wards. Megan Finkbeiner, Kendall Gerbasi, Anthony Heidt. Michelle Hoffman, Tues­ day Howell, Gregory Huiz­ enga, Edwin Landon, Mor­ gan Leedy, Adam Loveless, Trevor Manning, Sunday Matousek, Corey McClain, Andrew Mcdiarmid, Jillian McDuffee, Lindsey McKee. 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Benjamin Biek, Dylan Bosworth, Kurtis Bray, Kirby Bremer, Christopher Campbell, Emily Cook, Brian Cuneo, Kaleigh Depew, Mallory Dobson, Kathryn Dorland, Mallory Egolf, Joshua Enyart, Carl Frey, Joseoph Fromm, Patricia Fromm, Keith Fuieki. Paul ine Gal le, Lars Gustafson. Christopher Harkness, Levi Harold, Jordon Hartley. Alaina Haselden. Bobby Herbert. John Herring, Annette Hope. Justine Houskamp, Sarah Johnson. Brent Joyce. Jessica Julius, Susan Kalee. Ian Karcher. Nicholas Kitzrow, Holly Klunder, Brett Knight, Alysia Kowalczyk, Abigail Krikke. Michael McKeown. Joseph McMahon. Sherrie Meyer. Joseph Owens. Brandon Popma. Heather Punt. Emily Quisenberry. Aubrey Raymond, Andrew Reeder. Jessika Reil, Sarah Rhoby, Mari Richter, Shane R idderikhoff, Brooke Ridderikhoff. Alexander Robinson. Jonathon Schumaker, Stephanie Scott. Kristin Seaman, Steven Slachter, Taylor Smith. Heather Sncller, Megan Steffen. Bethany Steorts, Amber Stcorts. Brittany Stover. Brad Teuncssen, Tiffany Thaler, Alissa Thietz, Amy Turner. Kchiah Turnes. Kirsten VanDcrMecr, Scott Vanderwood, Phillip VanSpronsen, Joseph vanSpronsen, Kurt Wachtor, Andrew Walsh, Andrew Interview, continued from page 11 Walsh. Joseph Wangerow, Melanie Warner. Missty excellence. Welker. Kevin Whittemore. VanDenburg has an Katherine Wieringa. Sarah unusual approach to motivat­ Wolf. Joshua Wolter. Kyle ing kids. Zatzke. ’Send positive messages Honor Roll - Caitlin and comments home (for stu­ Adams. Shannon Allen. dents) instead of all negative. Danielle Crawford. James All of us need boundaries, Curtis, Daniel Jeurink. parameters. We all want lim­ Aaron Lomonaco, Laura its But it doesn't have to be Maynard. Stephanie drugery. It’s all about trust Meeuwes, Mark Mejeur. and respect." Jacqueline Michael, Gina He admits to having been Niemchick. Katherine Paape. one of those kids who need­ Kristie Pratt, Chelsea Snow . ed the positive feedback to Emily Stowell, Darrin Tape. get his life on track. Amy Tinker. Denise Weeks. "(We can) counsel and Joshua Wilkins. mentor (teachers who are Honorable Mention - struggling) but dismiss (the Nicholas Baumn. Bradley ones) who are destructive to Bender. Jon Biggs. Joshua students. Bowerman, Jason Bowman, "(It’s important that) your amanda Bums. Thomas kids have teachers who have Dettmann, Joshua Eldridge, a love of students and teach­ Jenna Erway. Kyle Farris. ing." Dayne Fletke. Angela If hired, what does he see Forester, Peter Gerrits. as his first 100 days on the Franklin Glass, Velia job? Gomez, Justin Gross. Amber "A lot of people are too Guy, Christina Hayward. aggressive at first. It’s very Donald Hilton, Eric important to listen and get a Holzhausen, Michael feel for the district...the Hoskins. strengths. Find out what the Stacy Huizinga, Nicholas issues are." Junglas. Tyrel Kelley, Nat­ VanDenburg is eager to haniel Kyes. Joshua Marble. meet with different groups in Megan McGillicuddy. Blake the district and community. Moore. Sarah Near. Justin "I want to share my Ogden. Matthew Potter. philosophies and ideas. Do a Dwain Reynolds. Albino lot of listening. Begin that Rios Santos. Jamie Roesly, dialogue." Mark Rolison. Maco In addition to the inter­ Sanchez-Diaz. view conducted last Kristie Schultz. David Wednesday. VanDenburg Schultz, Amber Stevens. also met with various Jessica Stortz. Chase groups, including Caledonia VandenBerg, Ashley support staff, teachers, VanEck, Courtney VanEck, administrators, community Clay Veen, Sara and students. Whittemore, Maike Wiemar. 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Part of the day is free (for inquiries in the dis­ trict) and pari is planned (scheduled meetings with different groups)." A special school board meeting is set for Dec. I at 5:30 p.m. to further discuss VanDenburg’s interview and today’s site visit. Community members are invited to attend at the administration building. 203 E. Main Street in Caledonia. For further information about the upcoming meeting or other questions concern­ ing the superintendent search, contact the adminis­ tration building at 616-8918185 BRUCE'S FRAME & ALIGNMENT • Complete Frame Repair • Professional Color Matching • Loaner Cars • Front End Alignment • Collision Repair • Glass Repair call... 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Did he want a lot of experience or problems in previous jobs?" (Weakness) (Reporters note: VanDenburg’s resume cov­ ers 33 years of work history, with 23 different job titles, many of which he held con­ currently.) "Didn't mind releasing personal information. Like(s) to be around stu­ dents." (Strength) "Very personable." (Strength) "Leaving his district in the middle of the year." (Weakness) "Willing to look at pro­ grams. Open to new ideas." (Strength) Bill Seif Car Care Center Goodwrench COMBO 1 COMBO 2 COMBO 3 WASH & COMPLETE DETAIL CAR RECONDITIONING RECONDITIONING CAR COMPLETE DETAIL LUBE,OIL, FILTER FILTER && LUBE,OIL, Ujn V $ioo°° si3O°° was $125. Ught Cars & Trucks PICK-UP AND DELIVERY Expires 11/30/03 Bill Seif Chevrolet Buick _j—i— NO “DOC FEE” DEALER S NN-37 IN HASTINGS - 2S9-945-2425 1 -800-23S-2425 Manager �Page 16/The Sun and News. Middleville. November 25. 2003 Orange and Black bested by Bulldogs in district Trojan seniors Stephanie Scott, Whitney Robertson, and Megan Steffen (from left) head off the court one last time after Wednesday’s District Semifinal loss to Otsego in Hastings. (Photo by Perry Hardin) by Brett Bremer After taking a 18-12 lead Sports Editor in the first period. the Somewhere between the Trojans went off track and first eight minutes and the Otsego responded to take a second eight minutes 72-58 win. Wednesday night the “We just came out well,” Trojans lost their shooting said Trojan coach Marcy touch. Uyl. “All of a sudden, we TK was knocked off by stopped shooting. As well as the Otsego Bulldogs for the we played in the first, it was second time this season. just as rough in the second Wednesday, but this time it for us.’’ really hurt as it ended the Otsego outscored the Trojans’ season. Trojans 19-2 in the second As teammates look on, TK’s Holly VanderHeide bat­ tles for a loose ball with Otsego’s Jenny Hoppe Wednesday. (Photo by Perry Hardin) quarter, then 30-20 in the opposite of the Trojans. third to pull ahead by 21 “They really packed it in points. on Jess (Flaska),” said Uyl. There just wasn't enough time left when the Trojans “We just came out began chipping away at the well,” said Trojan lead in the fourth quarter. coach Marcy Uyl. “Our game plan was to put a lot of pressure on their “All of a sudden, we guards, and force them to go stopped shooting. down into the post,” said As well as we Uyl. It worked for a while, but even with that strategy played in the first, it the Bulldogs' junior guard was just as rough in Charity Knight was still able the second for us.” to pour in 27 points. When Knight wasn't scor­ ing. she was able to get the - TK coach ball into the post like the Since 1980 Marcy Uyl Trojans' wanted, but down Leonard Hughes Jr. there Megan Holland tossed Flaska finished the night in 26 points. The Trojans got lots of big with nine points. The rest of the Trojans had Log With baskets along the way on the a good night outside. TK hit Horses or Skidder other end. Otsego’s strategy was the eight 3-pointers in the game, including two apiece by sen­ iors Chanda Brice and Whitney Robertson. Robertson finished with six points, and Brice had eight. The Trojans were led by Kristi Hall with 11 points, Brandi Campbell tossed in eight, and Holly Smith added seven. Senior Stephanie Scott also had a good night. She finished with five points in • COMPLETE AUTO REPAIR • her final contest for TK. “We always ask her to defend guards that are quick­ er than she is, or post players Save $25 on Selected Cooper Tires w who are bigger and stronger,” said Uyl of Scott. “She’s the consummate team player. She leads us in assists and you don’t even realize it.” Monday In the district opener, Hastings gave the Trojans their best shot before falling 57-45. “The kids wanted it,” said Saxon assistant coach Jake Pitrone. “Their coach just had a baby, and they wanted to win it for her.” The Trojans clobbered the Saxons in their first two meetings this season, win­ ning by 21 points each time. “They played with a lot of confidence. They deserve a lot of credit,” said Uyl of the Saxons. Things were still fight at the start of the second half, ion Raymond until a 3-pointer by Brice Owner/ sparked a seven point Manager 500 Arlington Street (M-37) - Middleville Middleville run. Monday - Thursday 8-5:50; Friday 8-5; Saturday 8-1 The Trojans stepped Trojan sophomore Jessica Flaska (center) tries for a reverse lay-up in between Bulldog defenders Megan Holland (42) and Kelsey Benjamin (44). (Photo by Perry Hardin) Wanted: Standing Timber call Hughes Logging LLC (517) 852-9040 "SETTIN THE PACE" .... \r 269-795-3550 f TK senior Chanda Brice (24) fires a jumper in the lane over the top of Otsego junior Jenny Hoppe (40). (Photo by Perry Hardin) things up on the glass in the The Trojans were able to second half, and slowly inch ahead in the second, but pulled away. Each team had an offensive rebound and put 15 rebounds in the first half back by Halie Terrel of the The Saxons finished the Saxons made it a 24-all tie at game with 22 total, while the half. Middleville had 32 for the “We were kind of playing night. a little lazy tonight,” said The two teams were neck Uyl after the game. and neck through the first Flaska led the Trojans half. with 18 points and nine Hot shooting by junior rebounds, and Campbell guard Amber Peck pushed chipped in with 16 points. the Saxons out to an early 5Hastings was led by junior Oiead. guard Amber Peck who A three point bucket by tossed in 15 points. Jamie Brooklyn Pierce at the end of VanBoven added seven the period gave the Saxons a points for the Saxons. 16-13 lead at the end of one. �The Sun and News, Middleville. November 25. 2003/ Page 17 Santa Claus is coming to town - to Caledonia Percussionist, continued from page 11---------- “Beat the Donkey" is a literal translation of a Brazilian expression that means "take it higher!" With their mischievous blend of music, percussion experience, interaction and just plain playfulness. Beat the Donkey let loose the imagina­ tions of many a student and very nearly all the hands and feet in the gym. "I wish I could do that." "Did you see that!" and "Wow! How does he do that?" were heard more than once as Baptista and company played everything from tamborines. to cymbals to feet, hands, wash­ boards. etc. Four members of the ensem­ ble were able to accompany Baptista. They hail from all over the world and all over the map in percussion experience. Baptista and Beat the Donkey have won numerous awards, including Top 10 Global Music CD of 2002 (Wire Magazine) and Best Jazz Percussionist of 2002 (Drum Magazine). The ensemble was in town to play at the Intersection in downtown Grand Rapids last Tuesday. Their regular venues of performing include outlandish/exotic costumes and more percussion instruments and effects than can be imag­ The next time you see Santa, give him a wave The annual American Legion Santa ined. Jan. 10 will find the ensem­ Claus Parade is scheduled for Saturday. Dec. 13 at 11 a m. ble at the GlobalFEST in New by Cathy Rue ter The Legion Women’s Caledonia (High School) York. For further information Auxilliary and the Sons of Marching Band, the fire on Cyro Baptista and Beat the Staff Writer the police Donkey visit his website at The next time you see the American Legion groups department. Santa, give him a wave. The assist the Legion members in department, the American www.cyrobaptista.com. wait won’t be long, as the their parade endeavors. Legion, the Boy Scouts and annual American Legion Many of the members work Cub Scouts, and the Girl Santa Claus Parade is sched­ together to organize the Scouts. Some area business­ uled for 11 am. Saturday, event, including putting es have already committed together bags of candy for (to being in the parade) too." Dec. 13. There is only one restric­ Once again, Caledonia the children watching the tion for parade time — as a Post #305 of the American parade. k Includes: j The parade will start at 11 safety precaution, no candy Legion will be host for the Pick Up a.m. with lineup starting can be thrown into the annual event. & Delivery This is the 28th year for between 10 and 10:30 at the crowd. and "They can hand out the parade, which was origi­ Caledonia Resource Center nally started by the local parking lot. The public is candy," said Neil. "They just Service Jaycees (in 1975). When the welcome to join in the can’t throw it." w Parts! t Though not a requirment, group disbanded, many of its parade with floats or group it is recommended that any­ members were also members participation. "The more the merrier," one interested in being in the of Post #305. so the Legion decided to take over and it said Bill Neil, coordinator parade call Neil at 262-6635 has been sponsoring the for the event. "We already to reserve a spot in the line­ have a group from the up. parade ever since. The tap dancing by two of the Beat the Donkey ensemble wasn’t unfamiliar to the students at Kettle Lake but the way in which they moved their whole bod­ ies and interacted spontaneously was mesmerizing for the students. 1997 Dodge Ram 4x4 Large box with high cap. Well maintained. $6,000. Call Ernie @269-945-9554. cup&SAVE ••••••••••••••••••••••••••• LAWN & GARDEN SERVICE PROGRAM Take advantage of our SO point service special. 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The Scots scored They shot just 30-per- the first eight points of cent from the floor in the the half to get right back first half and a 14-point in the ball game. half-time hole was just a But it came at a price. little to steep for the “That’s the problem.” Fighting Scots to climb said Stauffer, “we had to out of against the spend the whole third Vikings who went on to quarter and all our ener­ take a 49-45 victory and gy to get back in the move to Friday’s District game.” Finals against O-K Gold A pair of free throws champion South by sophomore forward Christian. Amanda Janhdal cut the A fast and furious Viking lead to 35-31 in opening to the contest the opening seconds of saw the Scots jump out the fourth quarter, but to a 8-4 lead, but from Wyoming Park’s other there the pace of the junior star. Joslyn Narber game slowed dramatical­ had an answer. Janhdal ly. The ('alcdonia would hit another pair of offense stalled and the free throws on a techni­ Vikings would score the cal foul to get it back to next ten points between four, but again Narber the end of the first and had an answer. start of the second quar­ Janhdal led the Scots ters. on the night with 17 Wyoming Park junior points. Narber finished guard Angel Chan with 18 for Park. They poured in 19 of her game each had 12 in the second high 21 points in the first half. half as the Vikings built a Two more free throws 31-17 half-time lead. by Janhdal pulled the Caledonia came out of Scots within two with Sports Editor step i) Caledonia’s Amanda Janhdal (left) and Mindy Bode (right) trap Wyoming Park’s Stephanie Klumpp under the basket after she pulls down a rebound in the first half Wednesday. (Photo by Brett Bremer) Fighting Scot senior Shelby King (right) tries to slow down Wyoming Park’s Angel Chan as Caledonia put on its press late in the game in an effort to shrink the Viking lead (Photo by Brett Bremer) 1:57 to play, but Narber responded by hitting six straight free throws. As devastating as Chan was to the Scots in the first half with her scor­ ing, it was her ball han­ dling ability that con­ tributed to the Vikings holding onto their lead. Chan spent much of the second half making Caledonia defenders Cari Catch that turkey on Thursday step 2) Catch great shopping on Friday step 3) Catch the Bean on Friday night Friday November 28th, Essential Bean presents: “Our Last Autumn” Our Last Autumn is a relatively new indie band from Grand Rapids. Combining influences from pop, punk, hard core, metal, and 90 s alternative, comes a unique sound not often heard in the local scene. They like to rock, but they like to go about it in different ways. Just done call them emo. 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Middleville Girl Scouts attend Science Night Middleville’s second- and third-graders in Troop #2392 went to Caledonia Middle School Oct. 24 to learn about science at the Girl Scout Science Night. Troop members learned about static electricity, mag­ nets. how to make weird “glop,” how to make gas We live in the most glorious land in the world. “Tegs fer We have more opportunity, more mobility, more freedom Kids” than anywhere else on this planet. We have the chance to Drop off point improve our lives and the lives of those around us. Lets be We distribute ALL thankfulfor what we have, and thank those that are away donations from home, fighting to preserve ourfreedom. LOCALLY! 02 Chev Silverado 01 Chev Tahoe LT with vinegar and baking soda, and more Each Girl Scout earned the science in action try-it, science wonders try-it, and the science fun patches. After the science night, all the scouts had a sleepover for Mackenzie's Rasche’s birth­ day party. Elvis, Santa to visit ‘Freeport Christmas’ 1/2 Ton, LS 4x4 *23,995 *21,995 94 Chev 4x4 Pickup ’5,995 02 Buick Rendezvous Elvis will join Santa in Freeport Saturday evening, Dec. 6 Loaded *21,995 *19,995 • teTGlGf: • Rrrrcfr • Fcntrnr. 795-3318 • 891-8151 M-37 North of Middleville. Across from Middlevilla SALES HOURS: Mon. & Wed. 8 to 8; Tues.. Thur*. 4 Fri. 8 to 6; Sat 8 to 1 SERVICE HOURS: Mon. 8 to 8, °657’ The first annual “Christmas with Elvis” cele­ bration will be held at 6 p.m. Saturday. Dec. 6. at the Freeport Community Center. Elvis and Santa will be featured together. Those attending are asked to bring a large dish to pass and an unwrapped toy, which will go back to the Freeport area kids. Dinner will begin at 6 p.m. The music will be provided by Jr. Shopshire. Any money donations can be sent to the Freeport Union Bank at 165 Division St., Freeport, Ml 49325, under the Shamrock Underprivileged fund. There also will be drop-off boxes at the Union Bank and the Freeport Supply Store, and the Freeport Elevator. “We are hoping to some day help all of Barry County,” said April Nicholson, one of the organ­ izers. If anyone is interested in helping or donating any­ thing, please call David or April Nicholson at (616) 765-3257 � https://barrycountyhistoryportal.org/files/original/25/713/SunandNews_2003-12-02.pdf a18d46f866e36065b18696efd0c26094 PDF Text Text HASTINGS PUBLIC LIBRARY ST HASWS ’.t 4 "pusuc ue^Y k p f jk / .and Ne i a 1 * Your Hometown Newspaper Serving Middleville and Caledonia Areas 132nd year Published by J-Ad Graphics, Inc. No. 49/December 2, 2003 Cookie Walk will be same time, different location by Patricia Johns Staff Writer The Middleville Methodist Church women weren’t sure they would be able to hold their annual cookie walk this year, due to construction at the church. But with help from local business owners, the event will return to bring seasonal sweets to the community. The cookie walk will be held in The Scoop on Main Street beginning at 9 a m. Saturday and will continue until all the cookies are gone. Organizer Lois Bremer says, "We have been baking up a storm and there will be a wide variety of cookies available.” For those who can’t wait to sample cookies or who want to warm up while wait­ ing for the parade to go by. The Midtown Cafe will be open with fresh coffee, hot chocolate and specialty cof­ fee drinks brewing. The Lions Club Christmas parade will start at 10 a.m. Saturday from the McFall Elementary School parking lot. Organizer Bill Kenyon suggests that lineup start at 9:30 a m. “We have just a Christmas theme.” he says. “People can just show up or if they want more information they can call me at 795-3669." Santa will greet children at the end of the parade. "This is an excellent photo opportunity for parents.” Kenyon said. Holiday fun doesn't end with the parade. The Holly Trolley return two weeks later and Middleville Methodist’s Living Nativity will be found in its regular place, beginning on Dec. 22, surrounded by construction vehicles. Barry County Transit’s Holly Trolley will leave from High Street from 6 to 8 p.m. Monday, Dec. 22. The VFW Hall providing enter­ tainment. refreshments and a warm place to wait. The live nativity scene will be in its usual place at the Middleville United Methodist Church that evening. The nativity scene continues through Christmas Eve. This is the 2002 Middleville Clovers 4-H Club float. Club members are working to create an even better one for this year’s parade. Caledonia schools’ audit explained in ‘GASB’ format by Cathy Rueter Staff Writer The Caledonia Board of Education has accepted the 2002-03 school year audit, audit as completed by BDO Seidman. The financial statements are now in the new GASB format, as required nation­ wide, which led to an expla­ nation by BDO Siedman representative. Senior Audit Manager Pat DuPerron and Jim Oleson, financial con­ sultant for the district. GASB 34 (knicknamed ■gasby’) stands for Governmental Accounting Standards Board Statement No. 34. An explanation of this requirement was fur­ nished by Oleson and reads as follows: "The district-wide finan­ cial statements, required by GASB 34, are new and being shown for the first time. These statements are prepared using full accrual accounting and more closely represent those presented by business and industry All of the district's assets and liablities. both short- and long-term, are reported As such, these statements include capital assets, net of related depreciation, as well as the bonded debt of the district.” "All governmental audit­ ing must use this guideline," Oleson explained in a later interview, "no matter what size you are. Nationwide everybody’s getting on board with these standards. For most schools in Kent Jim Oleson, working as a financial consultant for the Caledonia school dis­ trict, explains the new GASB financial statement format. County, this is probably the first year (to see the new format).’ "The audit went well." said BDO’s DuPerron. "There were no disagree­ ments with management." (When asked later about this statement. Interim Superintendent-Personnel Director Carol NelsonPurkey explained that this is a statement that the auditors are required to make and simply means that there were no discrepencies w ith the audit.) Oleson has been working closely with Pam Panter. another financial consultant, as well as a parent in the dis­ trict. Oleson works more with the ‘day to day’ finan­ cial picture while Panter is working more with the strategic financial and tech- nology aspects for the dis­ trict. According to NelsonPurkey, both consultants are certified public accountants. The fund balance of the general fund on the state­ ment was reduced by $330,648. "Basically, in these eco­ nomic times, you’re spend­ ing a little more than came in in revenue," explained Oleson. "That’s your new format (GASB). Traditionally the funds were separate. This is the first year that they’re putting everything together. They’re trying to show the big picture. "The liabilities are greater than the assets just a touch." he said. He didn't seem to think that this was unusual "when you're in the middle of a building project.” The district has been put­ ting money aside for -he new building each year. At the end of June, the amount was $700,000. Another $350,000 is scheduled to be aside this year. "The fund balance is just a snapshot of where you are on June 30 at the end of the fiscal year," said NelsonPurkey The current picture will change as the new school opens, and as Nelson-Purtey points out, ’ll also depend* on what happens with the (proposed) state cuts (this year and next).’ In other meeting recent See audit, page 13 Mrs. Claus and Santa Claus were surrounded by their friends from the Middleville Lions Club following last year’s parade. The club is hoping for good weather for the 2003 edition of the parade. M-37 sand mining discussed bv Patricia Johns Staff Writer T&M Partners’ sand min­ ing proposal along M-37 was discussed at length Nov. 24 by members of the Thomapple Township Planning Commission. Several .nembers of the commission said they were concerned about a solution approved by the Michigan Department of Transportation to add accel­ eration and deceleration lanes. Dick Reyff brought up his concerns about whether or not reclamation of the prop­ erty works. Other questions were raised about runoff into the Thomapple River or the wetlands on the property, sign details and sale of top­ soil. The commission decided to ask the company to pay for a profession hydrologic engi­ neer to review the site and the mining plans and report an objective finding to the commission so it can make an informed decision. Township Planner Geoff Moffatt also will talk with the developers on the sign detail and soil issues before the December meeting. Moffat gave a brief overview of the recently con­ cluded courtcase with Landon Holdings. He report­ ed that a decision by Barry County Circuit Judge James Fisher is not expected for about a month. Moffat said he will give the commission an update on this year’s projects at the December meeting. The next Thomapple Township Planning Commission meeting will be at 7 p.m. Monday, Dec. 28. In This Issue... • Whitneyville Bible Church to dedicate new building • CHS Orchestra to have Christmas pops concert • Attendance boundaries outlined for 2 Caledonia middle schools • Trojans have largest group with 39 all county athletes �Page 2/The Sun and News. MtddJeviMe, December 2. 2003 GFWC-Gun Lake to meet Dec. 10 The General Federation of Christmas cards for veterans Women’s Clubs (GFWC)- in Battle Creek. The holiday spirit of giv­ Gun Lake Area women will meet at Sam’s Other Joint on ing got under way earlier when a dozen Thanksgiving Briggs Road for its Tuesday. food baskets were delivered Dec. 10. meeting, at 10 a.m. After the regular business to elementary schools in Wayland and meeting several holiday Delton. activities are planned, Martin, along with shopping including a fund-raising bags full of hats and mittens bake sale, secret pal gift for kids in need. The women of GFWCexchange and entertainment from the Thomapple- Gun Lake Area will have Kellogg High School their annual ‘Holiday Dinner Honors Choir with newly with Friends" fund-raiser to appointed Director Diedra replenish the account that Ross. Also, violin perform­ reserves funds for communi­ ances from the GFWC J&J ty-based needs. The events Juniorettes will round out are held at individual homes and can be anything from a the holiday festivities. The entertainment is morning coffee to a gourmet sponsored by the club’s art dinner, bridge luncheon or department. Marilyn wine tasting event. Co-chairs of this project Finkbeiner and Helen Gambee. co-chairs of the are Harlene Kok and Beverly Grashuis. Gifts for Seniors project, These funds have been will collect holiday packages for the residents at the used for mammograms for Laurels of Sandy Creek women of Barry County Nursing Home in Wayland who cannot afford them; and Marjory Richards will families recovering from collect and deliver fires that destroyed their The 28* Annual American Legion I Christmas Parade is scheduled for / Saturday, Dec. 13 | The parade will start at | 11:00 am ■ K with the line up starting between 10:00 & 10:30 at the Caledonia Resource Center I The public is welcome to join in the parade with floats or ground participation. f Anyone interested in being in the parade call L. . Bill Neil al 616-262-6635 homes; to the Martin Resource Center after a fire at their facility; and funds from this account have been set aside for the Yankee Springs Township Park. Several club women attended the dress rehearsal of Thomapple-Kellogg High School’s performance of "The Mouse that Roared.’ On hand were Fran Leonard. Marjory Richards. Lola Seager. Jose Vogel. Linda Molitor. Dorothy Jones. Jan Heyboer. Carolyn Smendik. Marilyn Page. Phyllis Uliery and Patricia Johns Guests included Dorothy Frost and Elsie Merrow. The pre-event dinner was at the Middle Villa restaurant in Middleville. For more information and lunch reservations, call Fran Leonard, club president, at 795-8731 or Judy Smith, vice president at 672-9016. The 10 a.m. business meet­ ing agenda with reminders preceding the program will include: • Pennies-a-day project funds are due to Corrine Andrews, club treasurer. Pennies-a-day funds are col­ lected for four GFWC Michigan projects. Members are asked to donate five cents per day (total $18.25 annually). Breakdown includes: two cents for GirlStown in Belleville; one cent for the GFWC MI Education Foundation; one cent for Interlochen Music Camp; and one cent for Bay Cliff Health Camp in the Upper Peninsula. • Reports on recently held GFWC Gun Lake Area Lending Library workdays, held before the winter clo­ sure of the library; funds raised from the Grand Rapids Builders Fall Home Tour “sit”, an update of the "Holiday Dinner with Friends" ongoing project. More hostesses are encour­ aged to help with this event. Sign up sheets are avail­ able for the Dec. 6 Martin Lions Club holiday parade as well as the two Turkeyville events in 2004. Contact Leonard or Smith for information about any activities of the club. Visitors are welcome, reser­ vations are necessary. movie OUTPOJT VIDEO SUPERSTORE Glen Valley Retail Center M-37 891-9303 Open Weekdays 10 am to 11 pm & midnight on Fri. & Sat. RENT IT YOUR WAY! - 1, 3, or 5 Nights All New Movies JsLr Getting ready to fill the ‘Poke Box" with a toy drive arc Girl Scout Jessica Akey. store­ owner Frank Henderson, and scouts Kaitlyn Nink, Brittany Quint and kneeling down is Mary Harper. Girl Scouts do toy drive Girl Scout Troop #1336 held a service project and planning meeting earlier this fall when girls discussed dif­ ferent ways to help the com­ munity. After looking over the list, the girls came to a unani­ mous decision that they wanted to give toys to DeVos Children’s Hospital. The troop contacted the volunteer resource depart­ ment at De Vos Children's hospital and found there is a "Poke Box" running low on toys. The "Poke Box" is avail­ able when children have to get poked by needles, have blood drawn or have I Vs inserted in their veins. It is not a fun thing to have to do and can in fact be quite scary for the children. After the children get "poked" they get to pick a toy from the "poke box." The Girl Scout troop con­ tacted their troop sponsor, Frank Henderson, who is the storeowner of "Gun Lake Dollar" and asked if they could place a collection box at the store. Many regular costumers have come into the store and donated $1 toys. Customers have comment­ ed about the Girl Scouts’ efforts and good deeds being done. The new toy collection will last until Dec, 17. The girls will be delivering the toys that evening. The Girl Scouts of Troop 1336 invite anyone in the area to stop into the dollar store and donate a new toy. It can be purchased at the store or you can bring in your own new toy. The store is located at 11420 West M-179 Highway between the Sea Shanty and O’Neill’s Restaurant and supports the effort to help make the chil­ dren at DeVos Children’s Hospital smile. Free child care offered to local holiday shoppers Members of Junior Girl Scout Troop #488 will be providing community service for parents who want to do a little shopping without their children tagging along. The girls will provide free child care for children ages 4 to 9 from I until 5 p.m. at the VFW Hall on Main Street in Middleville. Troop Leader Gloria Griffith says, “The girls real­ ly enjoyed this community service project last year and can’t wait to do it again.” Because there are a limited number of spaces available, Griffith asks parents to call her at 795-3705 if they are interested in this free child care program. SOME VACATIONS ARE JUST MORE FUN THAN OTHERS. Now’s a great time to take the best of all vacations: a 3,4 or 7 day Carnival “Fun Ship" cruise vacation to The Bahamas, the Caribbean or the Mexican Riviera. Aboard ship, you’ll enjoy fun activities, fabulous meals, the complete Nautica Spa* program, lavish Vegas-style shows, a friendly casino and all the pampering service Carnival is famous for. At each sunny destination, there are beaches, water sports, sightseeing opportunities and duty-free shopping. Carnival offers more fun, sun and variety than any land vacation. And it’s all yours for one low. all-inclusive price. To book your “Fun Ship” cruise vacation, call us today. SAIL DATES Dec. 7th & Dec. 14th 1 NIGHTS __ 0 n , _ % 9r<xx>TK«. CoMOonlo. Ml 49316 Premier Travel 5^-0311" & Cruise H Carnival. ‘‘w The Most Popular Cru«** *» th* WoddU Vt4 �The Sun and News. Middleville. December 2. 2003/ Page 3 Thornapple Arts Council receives $10,000 grant by Patricia Johns Staff Writer The Thomapple Arts Council of Barry County learned Tuesday that the organization has received a $10,000 grant from the National Endowment for the Arts to help support commu­ nity cultural planning in Barry County. Seven towns and villages in the county will participate in assessment meetings, fol­ lowed by county-wide ses­ sions that will review strate­ gies and lead to the formula­ tion of a cultural plan for the county. Acting Arts Council act­ ing Director Lizanne Fehsenfeld says this grant grew out of the council’s participation in the Vision 20/20 project and will be used to bring arts to rural areas. She says. “The idea of the community cultural plan is to build awareness of the economic impact arts have on a community." She continues. “Now that the grant has been awarded, we will work to implement the project beginning in January The grant is a com- HASTINGS 4 Stadium Seating Give* An Unobstructed View YOU I THE GIFT OF MOVIES \$10 Book Plus $1 Free/ 1GIFT CERTIFICATES) [^$20 Book Plus $2 Free || EOOIE MURPHY HBHRtBd Mansion < w (Tie SHOWTIMES 12/01 - 12/04 O THE HAUNTED MANSION (PG) 12:30.2:50. 5.00. 720. 9:25 MASTER AMO COMMANDER 0 13) 12:45.3 35.6 50. 9 40 O THE CAT M THE MJ (PG) 12:50.20.420, 700.900 ELF (PG) 1200, 200.400. 7 10.910 _____ ±*3._ pilation of many people s ideas of how the Arts Council can implement pro­ grams to have a larger effect in the county. The TAC grant includes outreach and education efforts focusing on the arts as a key component of community development This project is an attempt to bring residents together, addressing the transition of the local economy from a manufacturing base to one more dependent on tourism. The Thomapple Arts Council was founded in 1985. It is a non-profit organization bringing art and cultural programs to Barry County citizens. The down­ town location at 117 State Street includes a gallery shop with work from 35 local artists, gallery and classroom space. During the summer, art classes and the youth theater program are held in the Arts Hatchery buildings in Fish Hatchery Park. The TAC co­ sponsors Friday at the Fountains The organization also awards scholarships for young people attending sum­ mer band and art camps. This spring the TAC will hold its first JazzFest This was one of 86 grants the National Endow ment for the Arts awarded totaling $860,000 through the agency's Challenge America: Access to the Arts Fast Track Review grants. These grants feature a simplified applica­ tion and expedited review processes. Organizations in 39 states and the District of Columbia each will receive $10,000 for projects that use the arts to deal with key community concerns. Most projects also represent a partnership between a non-profit arts organization and other com­ munity organizations. including schools, conven­ tion and visitors' bureaus, economic development agencies or libraries. Arts Endowment Chairman Dana Gioia said. "These Challenge America Fast Track grants support communities across the nation in their efforts to cul­ tivate local artistic resources and to provide greater access to the arts for both residents and visitors. Our investment in these communities is an investment in their cultural foundation." Other communities in Michigan receiving these grants were: • The Blissfest Music Organization in Harbor Springs to support the Harbor Celtic Festival, a col­ cultural laborative district tourism/cultural event focused on the heritage of Celtic and Irish immigra­ tion in northern Michigan. Gun Lake student part of celebrated singing ensemble Battle Creek Boychoir will sing Sunday in Hastings The Battle Creek Boychoir will perform a Christmas concert at St. Rose of Lima Church in Hastings at 7 p.m. Sunday, Dec. 7 Regarded as one of the outstanding children's cho­ ruses in the Midwest, the boychoir will perform a medly of popular carols, as well as Christmas music composed in the 20th centu­ ry. The audience will be invited to join in the singing of selected carols. The St. Rose of Lima Choir will open the concert with some Christmas selec­ tions. The Battle Creek Boychoir includes talented boys from third through eighth grade from through­ out the region. Barry County residents include Michael Kaczmarczyk and Caleb Shotts of Hastings and Mackenzie Gaikema of Gun Lake. Under Music Director HAIRCUTS $10 Brooks Chantier, the boy­ choir is one of three chil­ dren's ensembles listed in the Michigan Touring Arts Guide of professional-level performers. The group per­ forms throughout the United States and abroad, alone and with orchestras and other choruses. The performance is open to the public, free of charge, with free-will offerings accepted. St. Rose is located at 805 S. Jefferson Ave. in Hastings. For more information, call the Music Center of South Central Michigan at 269 963-1911. Among the 20th-century pieces that will be performed will be “Cradle Song” by the distinguished American composer Ned Rorem (on the occasion of his 90th birthday) and “Gaude Flore Virginale” by Czech com­ poser Jiri Ropek. a work the The festival will feature crafts, educational work­ shops, storytelling, costumed historians, and performances of Celtic music, dance, and theatre. Partners include the City of Harbor Springs, the Chamber of Commerce, the Blackbird History Museum. Little Traverse Historical Society, and the Robert Emmet Society. • Dowagiac Dogwood Fine Arts Festival. Inc. will use its grant to support the Dogwood Fine Arts Festival, which will feature multi-dis­ ciplinary presentations and educational activities for res­ idents and visitors. This proj­ ect will present local and guest artists in literature, dance, music, visual arts, and storytelling, requiring each to spend time providing mas­ ter classes or educational activities for adults and school children. Many of the events are linked to associat­ ed curricula in the schools. • The Greater Flint Arts Continuing education to keep up Laura & Jenny in L.A. with latest trends & tech­ nology boychoir sang in Prague in 1999 at a concert attended by the composer. The Battle Creek Boychoir, along with the new Community Music School in Hastings, are pro­ grams under the umbrella of the Music Center of South Central Michigan, a member agency of the United Arts Council of Calhoun County, funded in part by the Michigan Council for Arts and Cultural Affairs and the National Endowment for the Arts. rheCStudio 'Saito Inc Have Your Photo Taken with Santa... November 29th and December 6th 11AM to 2 PM • *3.00 MARINE CORPS RESERVE 10% Off Perms Includes haircut. Council will use its grant to support completion of the Greater Flint Arts Council's cultural planning process, which will define specific goals for local arts and cul­ tural activities. Using a com­ pleted assessment of resources and needs, this project will solicit input to finalize details of a cultural plan for Flint and Genesee County, including dissemi­ nating the proposals in the community. Consultant Morrie Warshawski will continue to facilitate the cul­ tural planning process. The Arts Endowment received 154 applications for this category of which 31 were first-time NEA appli­ cants. attesting to the pro­ gram’s role as a gateway for new Arts Endowment grantees. For more information about this program or other TAC events call 945-2002 or visit the web site at tacbcWwmis.net. ...on Select Tiles and Woods BRING IN A TOY ($15 value) and receive CHRISTMAS^ area rugs FREE 6# Rebond Pad with purchase of DuPont Stain master Carpet & Installation ^*1/2 x 4-1/2 M/2X2 See showroom consultant for details. FamousFlooring N T |6I6» X9I-9000 E. F I O R S �Page 4/The Sun and News, Middleville. December 2. 2003 Food distribution set at Holy Family Church A U.S. Department of Agriculture surplus food dis­ tribution will be held from 9 a.m.. to 1 p.m. Thursday, Dec. 4. at the Holy Family Catholic Church Hall, 9669 Kraft Ave. SE Caledonia Items scheduled to be dis­ tributed are: frozen ground beef, and the following canned items: apricots, asparagus, potatoes, green beans, non-fat-dry milk, oil, peaches, peanut butter, pears, pudding, salmon, and tomato sauce. Recipients are asked to bring their own helpers and boxes bags because assis­ tance with the loading and packaging of these foods cannot be guaranteed This distribution is subject to federal income guidelines and proof of household income/dependants are required. New application forms will be available at the distri­ bution site. This program is open to residents of Kent County only. For more information, please call: Dick Spiegel, commodities supervisor, at (616)891-9364. The Commodities Supplemental Food program is accepting new clients. To qualify, one must be a least 60 years of age. with an income of not more than $972 per month for a house­ hold of one or $1,313 per month for a two-person household. Proof of income is required. This program provides a monthly distribution of LOCAL CHURCH DIRECTORY ALASKA BAPTIST CHURCH A tiling Church - Serving a Living Lord Morning Worship........................... 9 30 a m. Fellowship Time............................. 10 35 a m. Sunday School ............................... 10:50 a m. Evening Praise................................. 6:00 p m. WEDNESDAY Family Night 6:00 p.m 7240 6Hth Street, SE - Caledonia 2 miles east of M-37 Pastor, Dr Brian F. Harrison Youth Pastor Kevin Stiles C 0 M M U 1 1 I I CHURCH o place to belong ..a place to become (Contemporary, Casual, Non-denominational) Sunday Morning Worship.............. 9 30 & 11:00 a m. S17S Broadmoor, Caledonia Rev Michael Stowell. lead Pastor Rev David Moorhead. Assoc. Pastor Joe Cipcic. Worship leader Denns Houma. Youth Pastor Chun h Office 616 891-0287 Visit our web site www bnghtside.org [A FIRST BAPTIST CHURCH OF MIDDLEVILLE M-37, north of Middleville • 795-9726 Bruce V stew art. Senior Pastor Tim A. V ine. Asst. Pastor Youth Douglas G. Beason. Visitation Pastor Gary Weaver. Music Minister Pastor I>avid Stewart. CF ■ ( hildren s Pastor Sunday School . Sundav Morning Worship Service Sunday Evening Service Wednesday Mid-Week Prayer Word of Life Clubs Rev. R. Scott Greenway, Pastor Jack Dejong, Pastor of Worship & Adult Ed. JoAnne DeHlaay, Youth Director Al Tiemeyer, Community Calling GRACE UNITED REFORMED CHURCH Proclaiming the Whole Counsel of God CALEDONIA UNITED METHODIST Rev. Tom DeVries, Pastor - 795-9901 Three Ships: "For Whom and for What Art Hr Hamng™ Worship Services ... .8:45 a.m. and 10:30 a^m Children's Sunday School . . . ...................... 10:30 a.m (Nursery Available Throughout) Re* Norman Kohns. Pastor (616) 891-8167 Church Office 616-891-8669 Fax 891-8648 • wHw caJedoniauns. org Conibiutiify’ of ALASKA CONGREGATION £^New Life HRISTI AN CHURCH 10 AM Sunday Morning Praise Singing . . . 10:50 a.m. , Morning Worship 11.00 a.m MW Fellowship 7:30 pm. Pastor E.G. Frizzell | Church Ph. 616^68-6810 • Pastor j Ph. 616-897-67-10 E.3O AM Acoustic Praise 8r Worship Service 1100 AM St Paul Lutheran Church Wednesday Mid-Week at the Oasis .. 700 PM 9^SAM All Services have a Nursery available • Barner Free Pastor Robert Gerke • Pastor David Ziehr SS. CYRIL and METHODIUS CHURCH THORNAPPLE BIBLE CHURCH Preaching the Lining Word - Sen frig 7he Risen Lord Sunday Schcxjl ............................... 9:.30 a.m. Sunday Morning Worship . .10:30 a m. A Church for today s world Currently meeting at: One mile east of Whitneyville Rd Spirit-filled family Church. Emmons Lake Elementary Rev P Adams Sunday School for ages 3 yr. thru 6th grade: Sr. High, Sun. 6:30 pm Jr. High, Sun. 6:30 pm Phone 891-8440 GUN LAKE COMMUNITY CHURCH & PRESCHOOL friends. and your family where you re at. gL Sunday Worship: 900 am or 10 30 a.m. jdjjj GUN LAKE (Jr. Church ft Nursery available.) tEIje ®Uj ®tme v|f5d®etljotii5t CljurcI) 5590 Whitneyville Ave., S.E. Alto. Ml 49302 12200 West M l 79 Highway <Chief Noonday Road) Wax land. Ml Sunday School...!0:00 am. Morning Worship...! 1:00 a.m. Evening Worship...6:00 p.m. Wednesday Prayer Meeting...7:00 p.m. Wednesday U orship 6 30 p.m. < .iicdoDi.i Ret>. Dennis Ross Church: (616) 86H-7425 UNITED METHODIST CHURCHES Middleville - Parmelee Middleville UMC is temporarily meeting at: 9266 Parmelee Road 9:30 a m................................... Sunday School 11:00 a.m.................................... Worship Hour Website: www umcmiddlevilte.Ofg Church Office Phone 795-9266 Phone 868-6437 2AY' V2A WAYFARER. ^CHURCH I .akeside c ommunlty Church APtaKt for Family & I heads 6201 Whitnevviik Avenue, Alto CHRPSTIA Rd REFORMED Cootenqxrary ’Worship 930 a_m Sunday School for AU Ages 10:45 a m Evening Worship 600 p.m. Pastor Roger It oilman • Church Office 868-0391 » lakesadecomsumny org Located in Leighton Tow nship Corner of 2nd Street and 14 2nd Avenue Sundn Mummg «<rship 930 am Sundn School for Al Ages 1100 am FT Fnrnds hv-xhod-xh (SepL-Apri j 8950 Ki.itt SI Rev l^ee Zach man Rev. Royle Bailard, Pastor 269795-7903 gunlakecommimitychurch.org p.m.Mas Mass p.m.Mas a.m. Mass 9255 84th Street, Alto, Ml 49302 Now meeting at: Thornapple-Kellogg School Auditorium Worship ... 10:00 a.m. Res. Dr. Jack Doorlag, Interim Minister Nursery & children's activities available. For more information (616) 891-8119 or uw w.peacechuruh.LC Redeemer Covenant Church —Lighting Up Lives for CodSunday Wonhip 9.30 am Christian Education Church School. Sunday.......................... 945 aan. Traditional Service 698-9660 Leighton Church 8146 68th St. near Whrtneyv*e Ave Missouri Svjnod Comer of 54th St and Kraft in Caledonia 1 mile west of M-37 Office Phone 891-8685 • www StPaulCaledonia.orq 250 Vine Street i M 37 to Emmons to Vine i Sutu Dec. 7: Sermon Topu Symbols of Christmas: ■ Services at 9 30 a m. and 6 p.m. £ A + St Paul Lutheran Church Sunday School ft Adult Bible Studq YOU ARE INVITED 3449 - 76th St. S.E., Caledonia Phone 891-9259 Saturday Evening Mass ... .5:00 p.m. Sunday Mass . .9:00 a.in. & 11:00 a.m. Wednesday Srnire. nOO PM Evening Prayer Rt Rev David T Hustwick - Rector Chuch 3#-7962370 Rectco ’ http, »v« chuchseek.mktfut^Vorxkewnxjrt Adult Bible Class.......................................... 11:00a.m. Evening Worship.................................................. 6:00p.m.Weekdays: Youth Group:................................6:00 p.m. Sunday Wednesday................... 7:30 Rev E. Anthony Sikora Midweek 7:00 p.m. Wed. Church: (616) 795-2391 Thursday & Friday...... 9:30 9:30 a m. Thurs. Kraft Avenue at Johnson Street Rev. Dave LeBlanc, Pastor 2415 McCann Rd. (1 mu ow M-37 in Iwing) SL XDAY \FRY1CE TIMES 915 A M Morning Prayer • 11 00 A M Holy Communion 159 131st Avenue 1664 N. M-37 Highway Phone (269) 792-3543 Middleville. MI 49333 • 945-1555 Located near the comer of M-37 and McCann Worship Times: Service Times: Saturday........................ 4:00 Worship..................................................... 9:30 a m. Sunday School....................................................... 9:45a.m. Sunday............................ 9:30 a m Sunday School............................................. 11:00a.m. Morning Worship....................................... 1100 a.m. Church Office: (616) 891-1512 M-37 at 100th St. CALEDONIA HOLY FAMILY CATHOLIC CHURCH 10:00 a.m. 11:15 a.m. 6:00 p.m. XGdtkmm 90H W Main Street (Missouri Synod) CHRISTIAN REFORMED CHURCH Sunday Worship ............................ 9:30 a.m. and 6.00 p.r n (Child & Adult) (During the School Year) 708 W. Main Street Morning Worship Service Sunday School Evening Worship Service Middleville Good Shepherd Wesleyan Church Lutheran Church CALEDONIA "A Church with a caring heart for our community and the world” 9:45 a m. 11:00a.m. 600p.m 645p.m. 645p.m MIDDLEVILLE CHRISTIAN REFORMED cheese, meat, fruits vegeta­ bles. grains, and dry cereals/juices. New clients are being accepted the Alto Public Library. 6071 Lindfield Ave., downtown Alto, from 10:30 to 11:30 a.m. Wednesday. Dec. 110 only. 630 pm RAY TOWNSEND Pastor (616) 891-3028 wAv-w leightonchurch org A Jk^gyni Family Night 5 45-8:00 pm Pastor Paul M. Hillman Youth Pauor David Enloon 6951 Hanna Lake Avenue. Caledonia 61669M0B1 rtdeemenRtscnjirt *wwredermerccnmant.>^ 4 mtmim «(Wt Qemxmmt Oumhei of Amenu COMMUNITY CHURCH Finding the Way Together! An informal, contemporary church committed to our community Sunday Worship Is at 10:00am In Caledonia Middle School’s cafeteria. Everyone is welcome! Pastor: Rev. Josh Blunt Contact our Dutton office al (616) 65-65-WAY Check our web site: wayfarerccdfEg whitneyville Bible Church 8546 WNtneyvUe Ave at 84th St * 891-8661 "The Church where everybody is somebody... and Jesus is Lord” Meeting at Caledonia High School Sunday Schoo 930 a m. Sunday Momrg Wonhp 10:30 a m Meerr-g at crape* on ANtneyvSe Ave Sunday Evenrg Wonhp 600pm wea ‘Aawee* P'O/er 8 3i>e Study 700pm. Oev ftwo Im Pastor • Bev Kart Sasha Asoc. Pasta Aeosto wrrtreyvleccieag �.The Sun and News, Middleville. December 2. 2003/ Page 5 Whitneyville Bible Church Advent and Christmas to dedicate new building events in local churches The first service for the to the festivities,' which will new Whitneyville Bible begin with an open house at Church will be the dedica­ 3 p.m., followed by a dedica­ tion on Sunday, Dec. 14, at tion service at 4:30.. Hors d’oeuvres will be served as 4:30 p.m. Pastor. Thomas Sluys guests vist the various rooms emphasizes that “the of the new edifice DiSplays of church min­ .church’s first obligation is to glorify God for the opportu­ istries in several rooms will nity He has given to serve emphasize that the dedica­ Him in such a beautiful facil­ tion of the building is one that .includes much more ity.” The church suffered the (han the materials of con­ loss of its worship center and struction. It is to bring atten­ all-purpose building in June tion to the ministries that 1998 and has been meeting make the use of this building at Caledonia High School on ' valuable for the church. The service will include Sundays while using the Kettle Lake Elementary dedication of the building School Wednesday evenings with a stained glass window for youth clubs. All the of the Gcxxl Shepherd, A church ministries now will Kwai grand .piano will be . be able to use the same build­ dedicated in memory of ing without having to trans­ loved ones and custom made port PA equipment and chancel furniture will also be p r e s e? n t e d . teaching aids. The community Is invited “Acknowledgment of a gift of land for the previous wor­ ship center will be brought forward to observe that the sacrifices of many-in the past have made the present a wonderful' step forward,” Sluys said. The Rev. Les Lofquist, executive director of-IFCA International, will preside over part of the dedication service. Dr. Date Schnemer will bring music'and present the piano for dedication. A string quintet from Caledonia High School, led by Brian Kolk. also will par­ ticipate in the service. “This effort, in addition to setting up and packing, out equipment for services in the schooj has been cheerfully carried on for the last 5 1/2 years," Sluys said. “However, the set-up crew is grateful to reach the end of this job." CHS Orchestra to have Christmas pops concert by Cathy Ruder Staff Writer Dreaming of a white Christmas? Hoping jolly ol’ Saint Nicholas will lean his ear this way? Hoping to hear some favorite Christmas songs? r0000000000000000 00000000000000000000001 famity Trax Oidaa J 1 (9 L Main Sr. Middleville • 795-^8 Hours: Sun.-Thurs. 12-10 pm Fri. & Sat. 12-11 pm DVD, VHS & Game Rentals Movie Reservations 2 Dav Rental on Sunday on all Rentals Even 20" Rental FREE Locally Owned Then look no further than the Caledonia High School commons at 3 p.m Saturday. Dec. 6. when the CHS Orchestra will present a casual Christmas pops con­ cert for the community. Refreshments will be served, along with some great music contributed by these talented students. The concert is free, but donations will be accepted for one of the orchestra’s favorite charities. The stu­ dents have chosen Heifer International as their charity recipient this year. For more information about the concert, or for donation information, con­ tact the CHS office or the ochestra instructor, Pete DeLille. by Patricia Johns Staff Writer Caledonia Whitneyville Bible Church. 8546 Whitneyville. Ave., will hold a new build-' ing dedication on Sunday.Dec. 7. The event begins with an open house at 3 p.m. at the church with the dedi­ cation service at 4:30 p.m. Orangeville Orangeville • Baptist Church. 6921 Marsh.Road: The 13th Annual Christmas Live Nativity begins at 7. p.m? Saturday. Dec. 6. Hot chocolate and cookies served after the 25-minute performance. Those attending should dress warmly and bring a blanket. St. Francis Episcopal Church, 11850 West 9 Mile Road. Advent services held on Sundays, Dec. 7 and 14. Service of Lessons and Carols on Sunday. Dec. 21. These services begin 9:30 a.m. Special Christmas Eve Service on Dec. 24 begins at 7 p.m. with special music followed by a service at 7:30 p.m. The Sun and News and Reminder will print a list of upcoming events on a space available basis during December. The deadline for listing events is the Thursday before the Tuesday publica­ tion date. For example, a story in the December 9 Sun and News must be received at the office by 2 p.m. on Thursday. Dec.’ .4. Information can be mailed tp Patricia Johns. 1351 N. M43 Highway. Hastings. Mi. 49058. Please include a tele­ phone number and the name of a contact person. Material can be faxed lo 269-945-5192. Please write “Attention Patricia Johns" on the cover sheet and if send-----------------------------------ing more than one sheet be isure that the name arid tele­ | phone number of the church i is included on each page of i the fax. Information can also be eimailed to jadnews@>voy- ager.net. Please be sure’to include “for Patricia Johns" on the subject line. Information about events wijl not be taken over the telephone. Churches can also take advantage of paid advertis­ ing for their events by calling 269-945-9554 and asking to be.passed on to the proper advertising representative. CalllorSunaNews classified ads 269-945-9554 or 1-800-820-7085 ' Genite, Ecimilx Deniisiry Christopher A. temezyk DBS. Accepting New PiUtenls Office Hours: Mon-Fri by appointment Emergency Patients Welcome General Dentistry, Oral Surgery, Root Canals • We participate with Delta, BlueCrossBlueShield, Healthy Kids, and Mi Child 269-945-5656 1127 West State Street. Hastings Ml “What will you find this Christmas?” Things that Pastor Mike will talk about us finding are: Help Love Hope Christmas ^njel “^/isitntion Alaska Baptist Church Student Ministries would like to invite you to entertain angels this Christmas Imagine your child's eyes lighting up when two angels come to their house to tell them the story of Christmas’ during both services. Location: 8175 Broadmoor SE (M37 Highway) You’ll find us just north of 84th St. on the west side of Broadmoor For more information or to schedule a FREE visit, call the church at 698-8104, Mon.-Fri. 9:00 AM - 3:00 PM 616-891 0287 -J Bnghtstde ts Casual Contemporary, and Non Denominational -—■------- ------------------- ---------------------------------------------------------------- ------- —------------- �Page 6/The Sun and News, Middleville, December 2, 2003 TK grads, sisters, win spelling bee It was all in the family as the championship trophies were awarded to the winning team at Saturday’s third annual Community Spelling Bee, held to benefit the Barry County Literacy Council. Sisters Kathy Maurer of Hastings and Terri ScottEtter of Middleville emerged as the top spellers, compet­ ing against 22 other teams. They were sponsored by Sand Ridge Bank When the runner-up team of Lynn McConnell and Ken Smith misspelled the word “dyslexia,” Maurer and Scott-Etter had to spell that word correctly plus a new word. The sisters were declared the victors when they accurately spelled “embalmment.” “It was so exciting,” Maurer said. Neither expected to win, but were hoping they would­ n’t “bomb out” in the first couple rounds and embarrass themselves, she said. “That was our main goal.” Scott-Etter described their victory as “kinda cool.” Both sisters are graduates of Thomapple Kellogg High School. “I thought it was a pretty good night for Thomapple Kellogg Schools," ScottEtter said, noting that the word pronouncer for the event was Tammy Benjamin, also a TK graduate and cur­ rent cross country and track coach for the school She also mentioned that their mother. Patricia, is a retired TK teacher and that TK fac­ ulty members, who played significant roles in the school when they were grow ing up. were in the spelling bee audi­ ence. Besides their mother being a good speller. Maurer said their grandmother. Evelyn McLaughlin, was an excellent speller and always encouraged them to look up words in the dictionary if they were unsure of the cor­ rect spelling. Their brother. Bill, won a spelling bee in Lexington, Ky., several years ago. Scott-Etter had thought about entering the Community Spelling Bee when it was first held in 2001, but didn't. Maurer attended the local spelling competition for the past two years and thought “I know a lot of these words” and decided she wanted to enter this year. She and her sister have always enjoyed playing word games, so pairing up for the competition was a natural. “It’s for a good cause,” Scott-Etter said of one of the two reasons she wanted to participate. "And it seemed like a fun thing to do.” Maurer said. “I got a little bit nervous” during the com­ petition. but those butterflies disappeared after the second or third round. “It was just fun.” She had high praise for the eighth-graders and high school students who were in the spelling bee. "They really did a phe­ nomenal job. I just admire them for having the courage to get up and do that,” Maurer said. Will the Maurer and ScottEtter duo defend their spelling title next year? “There's a good chance,” she said. The spelling bee was held at Hastings High School along with a Hastings Public Library Holiday Auction. The bee brought in $1,800 and after expenses, proceeds will be used to help tutor individuals throughout the county who require reading, language or instructional assistance. The library’s silent auc­ tion for book-theme baskets and holiday decorations earned $1,361, which is ear­ marked for the Capital Campaign account for a new library building. “It was a great night." said Assistant Librarian Susan Smith. Emmalene McConnell, chairperson of the spelling bee, agreed. “It was successful. There was a lot of enthusiasm,” she said. “Sighs, nervous giggles and looks of deep concentra­ tion came from the high-spir­ ited competitors as they anx­ iously spelled out words like calliope. Pegasus, lozenge and thievery for a crowd of around 160 people who anx­ iously awaited the final round and championship team.” The runner-up team of Lynn McConnell and Ken Smith, representing Bosley Pharmacy, put up a good Come Celebrate Christmas I at I St. Paul Lutheran Church I 8436 Kraft Ave. Caledonia, MI 49316 (at the comer of Kraft Ave. and 84th St) Please join ns for 2 special programs of singing, entertain­ ment run and snacks as we prepare our hearts to cele­ brate the birth of our Savior, Jesus Christ Our program featuring the short story: “Teach the Children ” begins at 7 pm on Saturday, December 6 or 3 pm on Sunday, December 7 Sisters Kathy Maurer (left), of Hastings, and Terri Scott-Etter, of Middleville, emerged as the top spellers in the Community Spelling Bee. They were sponsored by Sand Ridge Bank. fight. There were middle school, high school and college stu­ dents, as well as community leaders who participated in the event. The Rev. Michael Anton of Grace Lutheran Church was a good sport when he agreed to step in at the last minute to complete a team. Other spellers were Courtney Wakley, Josh Wescott, Brooke Sheldon, Molly Benningfield, Sarah Frantz, Catherine Fisher, Alex Larson, Taylor Raymond, Amanda Sink, Devon Borror, Ellyn Main. Paige Herrington, Liz Lenz, Shelly Hart, Deb Cooley, Mike Goggins, Fritz Lowe, Diane Brown, Brandon Schwartz, Darrell Hawbaker, David Lewis, Harry Doele, Carla Neil, Brendan Lomas, Steve Werdon, Michelle Newton, Virgie Ammerman, Betsy Acker, Lyndy Prior, Karel Asbury, Karen Goebel, Haley Tuinstra, Tess Nugent, L’Oreal Gironda, Joe Sleevi and Tim Etter. Other team sponsors who provided financial support were the GFWC-Hastings Women’s Club. Walker, Fluke & Sheldon; Dr. Jim Atkinson. Dr. Lynn McConnell, Drs. Bloom & Bloom, Renner Law Office, Lawrence and Judith Kensington, Hastings City Bank, Michael D. Humphreys, Hastings Mutual Insurance. Barry Intermediate School District, Hastings Public Library, Pennock Hospital, Hastings Rotary Club, MainStreet Savings Bank, Progressive Graphics, Kellogg Community College and Hastings Flower Shop. The Reminder and Banner were thanked for publicity to promote the event as well as Literacy Council members and the custodial staff at Hastings High. Dr. Jim Atkinson was the master of ceremonies. Judges were Audrey Renner, Jan Drolen and Connie Semerad. “Punch and tasty treats were served by the Welcome Comers Church ladies with food donated by Felpausch Food Center,” McConnell said. A hall at the school was transformed into a trip down “Holiday Lane" for the event. Balkxm trees, lighted and decorated Christmas trees, pine cone wreaths, center­ pieces, a cornucopia with candles, door hangings, swags and various theme baskets adorned the hall. Many of those decorations were donated for the library’s auction. Twenynine “extremely creative” entries were donated, said Susan Smith. The library expanded the auction to include holiday decorations this year. One was “an aston­ ishing” cornucopia center­ piece, donated by Coleman Insurance. One of the many delight­ ful baskets this year had a “Gingerbread Boy” theme and included a kit to make a gingerbread house, cookie cutters and a gingerbread candle. (Assistant Editor Elaine Gilbert contributed to this article). �The Sun and News, M^ddlevrfte December 2, 2003/ Page 7 Herin-Oldfield exchange vows Jansmas celebrate Jennifer Kay Herin and James Arthur Oldfield III exchanged wedding vows on Nov. 1 at Kentwood Community Church. Jennifer’s friends. Rebecca Ferrey was the matron of honor and Tracy Webber was her attendant. James, brothers. Jonathan Oldfield was best man and Jason Oldfield was groomsman. Micah Herin. brother of the bride, and Jason Kalis were ushers. The parents of the bride are Terry and Janet Herin of Hesperia. The bridegroom is the son of James and Deborah Oldfield Jr. of Caledonia. The bride attended Michigan Technological University and Grand Valley State University and is employed by the 63rd District Court in Cascade. The bridegroom is a graduate of Grand Valley State University and is employed by the Caledonia Schools. A reception immediately followed the ceremony. Upon returning from their honeymoon trip to Nassau, they will be residing in Kentwood. 25 years together Nick Jansma married his beloved Lisa Schaefer on Nov. 17,1978. Nick and Lisa celebrated their 25th wed­ ding anniversary with a surprise family gathering at the American Legion Hall in Caledonia. The party was host­ ed by their three children, Sarah, Aaron and Amy Jansma. Staff Writer The Village of Freeport election March 8 will include familiar faces, but unfortu­ nately there are still two positions without candidates. The openings are for twoyear positions and anyone who wants to fill these seats as write-ins can contact vil­ lage clerk Yvonne Aspinall for information. Write-in candidates must file by March 5. The only contest in Freeport is for the president ’s position. Running are incum­ bent Timothy Fish and Jerry Misko. Running for the three, four-year positions are incumbents Lyle Blough and Lani Forbes, along with Renee Wierckz, who was appointed to her position on the council. Bruce Steams is the only candidate who filed for one of the three, two-year terms. Dorothy Kelly is the only candidate for the treasurer’s position and Aspinall is run­ ning unopposed for the clerk’s position. The offices of the Village of Freeport are open from 3 until 6 p.m. Mondays. When the office is closed, call 616765-3808 and Aspinall will return the call as soon as pos­ sible Denise Renee Wyatt became the bride of Mathew Michael Blinn on Sept. 6 at Holy Family Church in Caledonia. Parents of the couple are Bruce and Shirley Wyatt of Middleville and David and Christine Blinn of Canton Maid of honor was Lisa Wyatt, sister of the bride. Bridesmaids were Jeanna Kyser and Lorie Pitts, friends of the bride. Best man was Jeff Hutting. Groomsmen were Derek Hewitt and Tim Ward, friends of the groom. The wedding was followed by a dinner reception and danc­ ing at the Radisson in Grand Rapids. The couple resides in Jenison. Advertisement Valuable Secret! Freeport has 2 openings for March village election by Patricia Johns Wyatt-Blinn united in marriage By DAVID STOWlJtS Bakers celebrated silver wedding anniversary Pete and Sandy Baker celebrated their 25th wedding anniversary on Nov. 4, 2003. They were married on Nov. 4, 1978. They have three beautiful children. Peter is 22 years old and is a senior at WMU. April is 19 years old and is living in Grand Rapids. Scott is a junior at TK High School. They are going on a cruise to the Bahamas to celebrate. 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The current one is located on Kraft Avenue and the new one, scheduled to open in the fall of 2004. is in the current high school building on Duncan Lake Road, as the new high school will open next fall on Kraft Avenue. The district plans to use a combination of geographic boundaries and the partner school concept for the open­ ing of the second middle school. The main dividing line for the geographic boundary will be the Thomapple River, with some adjust­ ments. School officials, in a pre­ pared statement. said. "Current demographics, growth projections, and anticipated new develop­ ments were considered to help create the correct “bal­ ance’ of students. It is also known that in growth dis­ tricts such as (Caledonia), the line will have to be revis­ ited as changes to our com­ munity occur." Students living in the western region of the district will attend the current mid­ dle school. Those living in the eastern portion of the dis­ trict will attend the future facility , which is the old high school. The partner school portion of the plan allows students who attend elementary schools outside of their region of residency the option to select which mid­ dle school they will attend. 'Caledonia Elementary School and Kettle Lake Elementary School lie in the eastern region and will part­ ner with the future middle school.’ the press release stated. ’The western region holds Emmons Lake Elementary and Dutton Elementary , which aligns with the current middle school." An informational meeting for parents is scheduled for 7:30 p.m. Jan. 19, 2004. at the current Caledonia Middle School building. This meet­ ing will be held immediately following the regularly scheduled Parent-Teacher Organization meeting. Another avenue of informa­ tion to residents of the dis­ trict is planned for the next edition of the “Take 5“ newsletter. 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SI39.900 <MLSAU5O18) (616) 891-4424 • HONEST, QUALITY SERVICE DONE WITH INTEGRITY ENTER TO WIN A FREE BLEACH KIT �The Sun and News, Mtddteville, December 2, 2003/ Page 9 Turned-on gas valve likely Orangeville explosion cause by Susan Temere Staff Writer First-graders get their mugs on shirts Here we are! Sarah Bakker on the left, Erin Finholm in the middle and Justin Bergstrom can find their own faces on their new class T-shirts. A buildup of propane caused the deadly explosion at an Orangeville Township house at 8010 Lindsey Road Oct. 31. but recent investiga­ tive information has deter­ mined a gas value for a dis­ connected gas fireplace was in the on position and there­ fore was the probable cause of the buildup. Linda Wyatt. 62, died at the scene and her husband. Bruce L. Wyatt, 60. expired that Friday night at Bronson Methodist Hospital in Kalamazoo. He sustained bums over 90 percent of his body. The couple’s son. Bruce A. Wyatt. 35. and his 10-year-old daughter. Kelsey Wyatt, who also resided at the house, are no longer in the hospital. The gas-operated fireplace was moved earlier in the summer, but an open gas line to the fireplace was still pres­ ent and wide open, said Scott Leroy. State Fire Marshal from the Michigan State Police at the Paw Paw post. It was learned that the family had set off some bug­ bomb canisters to seif fumi­ gate the home. Leroy said. “Since propellants for fumigation bombs can be flammable, it appears some­ one attempted to turn gas valves off to make for a safe fumigation process and elim­ inate an ignition source.” Leroy said. “In so doing, they accidentally turned on instead of off the gas valve leading to the disconnected gas fireplace.” The main turn-off valve to all the gas lines was outside the bouse, he said. The ignition source has not been determined although several sources of ignition were possible, such as static electricity, throwing a light switch. Scott said. "We probably won't find the source of ignition because of the large amount of damage.” said Sgt. Bill House of the Michigan State Police post in Hastings. “Every thing was destroyed.” The investigation is wind­ ing down. Leroy said. “It appears to be an acci­ dent.” Leroy said. "No crim­ inal ramifications have been found. I foresee it being closed shortly.” SERVING OUR COUNTRY Kyle J. McClure Air National Guardsman 1st Class Kyle J. McClure graduated Nov. 19 from train­ ing at Sheppard Air Force Base in Texas. He is continuing to train at the Davis Monthan Air Force Base in Tucson. Ariz., until the end of January. He will then serve as a crew chief for the A-10 Wart Hogs in Battle Creek. He will also attend Western Michigan University to continue his pilot training. McClure is the son of Denny and Terrie McClure of Caledonia. He is a 2003 grad­ uate of Thomapple Kellogg High School. Tax Headaches?? C &A Business Seryiees-mur hnye.the aspirin yau need! Students in Shelley Erb’s first grade class designed their own t-shirts and this year they got to help print them at Design Wear in Middleville. Here Benjamin Raab gets help applying the ink to the shirt. Its the end of the year and the beginning of a new you. Call 945-9554 for Sun & News classified ads \ Stop on inJoryour :Jreefinancial I analysis. We’ll > provide a detailed > report on how you > can start saving : money today! CPA ♦Individual Tax ♦Business Tax ♦Financial Planning ♦Bookkeeping ♦Payroll Processing ♦Financial Statements ♦Accounting Software C & K Business Services LLC 612 West Main Street Caledonia, Ml 49316 Tel: 616-891-5789 Financing Homes since 1924 U Fixed Rate Mortgages curves RATE APR* 15 Year 5.375% 5.537% Curves For Women 137 E Main St. Caledonia. Ml 49316 (616) 891-9646 Down From Sam's Joint 30 Year 5.875% 5.975% Join Now FREE* MAI^/TREET Your Bank.Your Future. 1.800.267.3830 or 945.9561 629 W. State St., Hastings (Located across from K-mart) •Annual Percentage Rate as of Nov 26, 2003, and is subject to change oeszstwo out how she can help you with t mortgage, refinancing, home equity loan, line of credit, construction loan, and more. a Equal Housing Lender Member ED �Page 10/The Sun and News, Middfevilte, December 2. 2003 Famous Flooring is site for Toys for Tots drive by Cathy Rueter Staff Writer Famous Flooring does more than sell all kinds of flooring. During this festive season, they’re also Santa's holiday helpers, making sure that others can join in on the festivities. Famous Flooring is a donation sight for the ’Toys for Tots’ campaign. "We’re accepting dona­ tions now through Dec. 15." said Tom Wikgen. co-owner of Famous Flooring with his wife. Peggy. Hours of donation for the toys are Monday through Friday from 10 a.m. to 5:30 p.m. and Saturday. 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. But they aren't stopping there in their holiday helpful­ ness. "We’ve adopted three (Barry County) families. We're a food drop-off site for that too." said Becky Buxton, sales consultant. "We've got all the toys we need for that, but we still need (non-perishable) food items." Famous Flooring hasn't forgotten about the little ones either. Last Saturday was one of two picture days with Santa Claus. Area children are invited to come and talk with Santa and get their picture taken 11 CHS NHS raises funds for Santa Claus Girls by Cathy Rueter Staff Writer The National Honor Society of Caledonia High School is raising funds for the Santa Claus Girls. This particular event is a little hit yummier than your average fund-raiser though because they’re selling candy bar candy-grams. "We get a variety of dif­ ferent notes." said Ashley Brown, treasurer and public­ ity officer for the Caledonia chapter of the NHS. "Sometimes from friends, sometimes from couples." The candy bars cost $1 with a note attached from a schoolmate, a secret admirer or a special friend They can be purchased now through Dec. 18. They will be avail­ able during the three differ­ ent school lunch times and advisory class periods. The week prior to winter vacation. NHS members will pass the candy-grams out to recipients. All proceeds will be donated to the Santa Claus Giris. The CHS NHS will be accepting donations for the Santa Claus Girls as well (please mark the dona­ tion as such). For more information con­ cerning this fund-raiser, con­ tact the CHS office or Advisor Ruth Grinstead. Thanksgiving fun at McFall Kindergarteners enjoy three kinds of popcorn and crustless pumpkin pie during a Thanksgiving dinner celebration at McFall Troy (5) and Brandon (7) Boonstra of Middleville stop by Famous Flooring for a visit with Santa Claus. a.m. to 2 p.m. this Saturday, Dec. 6. For more information about the holiday donations The History Preservation Association of Barry County is inviting the public to a meeting at 6:30 p.m. Tuesday, Dec. 9, at the Thomapple Township Hall. 200 East Main St. in Middleville. The non-prolit organiza­ tion. which is collecting material to publish a new book-length history about Barry County and its fami­ lies, will answer questions and provide inforriation. The association will have avail­ able a brochure to tell those who want to be included in the book how to write a his­ tory about their family or an individual ancestor who live in or have lived in Barry County so a 500-word histo­ ry can be published for free, with one or two pictures. Deadline to submit a history to be in the book is Dec. 15. Anyone who has a history or other material related to Barry County history who they would like to see included in the history, which was last published in 1985, may talk to the associ­ ation that evening. Orders will be taken that evening for the Barry County history, which will be pub­ lished in 2005. Cost is $55, plus tax. If books are not picked up later on after pub- 616-891-1240 lishing they can be mailed for $7. If a family would like to have its name embossed on the cover it can be done for an extra $6. Those unable to attend the meeting, but would like to find out more about the book or order it should send a self­ addressed stamped envelope and write to Barry County History Book. History Preservation Association of Barry County. P.O. Box 705. Hastings. Ml 49058 or call 269-671-1100. 269-945 5355 or 269-945-3376. At the conclusion of the meeting on Dec. 9. refresh­ ments will be served. Caledonia man earns award from Microsoft The Microsoft Corporation has awarded Carl F. Johnson, with its highest consulting certificafion from Microsoft Business Solutions. The certified master con­ sultant achievement recog­ nizes consultants who pos­ sess the highest degree of technical competence with Microsoft Business Solutions - Great Plains. Individuals receiving the certificafion exhibit a broad, deep level of product expertise. "This certification repre­ sents our commitment to our customers to maintain high levels of quality and satisfac­ tion," said Johnson, owner of C&K Business Services LLC. "We are very proud to be one of the few organizations who have demonstrated this level of commitment." C&K Business Services LLC, based in Caledonia, provides financial and tech­ nology services to customers in West Michigan. The firm’s Cart Johnson wide range of services includes technology consult­ ing, financial planning, tax planning and preparation, payroll processing, book­ keeping, and financial state­ ment preparation. □OK W General Dentistry for Children & Adults Bad thing* happen to good people. thing* like divorce, bankruptcy, repotse&uonv foreclosure. chargeoff*. medical bills, job low and more Have you been to IO auto dealerships or more and received 10 denials or more? Want a late model car, SUV or truck? Call — NEW PATIENTS WELCOME — GAVIN SALES Early Morning & Evening Appointments Available Quality dental care in a relaxed and friendly atmosphere. Valley Ave SE in Caledonia (right behind Solid Impact Fitness). History Preservation group to meet Dec. 9 Christopher J. Hier, Conveniently located on M-37 in Caledonia (Right on the tray to orfrom work) or pictures with Santa, call Famous Flooring at 616891-9000. The showroom is located at 9185 Cherry 1 (888) 404 2846 u«d Your Smile The First Thing People See! new vehicle t» titled in your name and finant ed by rujtlorujl auto lenders Good stable people with < ash down payment and a 9ood stable Job apply today!!! Call GAVIN SALES today!!! 1 (888) 404 2846 �The Sun and News. Middleville. December 2. 2003/ Page 11 Learn the “basics” of stocks and bonds If you're fairly new at investing, you might find it to be somewhat confusing. What are the benefits of Mocks and bonds? What are the risks? Is there a good rea­ son to invest in both? Once you know the answers to these questions, you’ll have a good under­ standing of investment "basics" - and that knowl­ edge can serve you well. So, let's begin with stocks. What are they and why do people invest in them? Simply put. stocks represent ownership shares in a com­ pany. When you buy stock in Company ABC. you own a piece of it. however small. You'll receive ABC’s annual report, and typically you are entitled to vote on some important company issues, such as whether to issue additional stock or replace ABC's board of directors. People invest in stocks because they hope to profit by selling their shares for more than what they paid. The stocks most likely to provide these profits are usu­ ally called "growth" stocks. But investors also purchase stocks for the "income" they can receive as dividends, which are paid from the company's profits. These stocks offer both the poten­ tial for growth and the opor- f; ------- Saving on home insurance is “No Problem.” tunrty to receive dividends and are typically called ’growth and income" stocks. When you buy stocks, you assume certain risks, such as the possible loss of principal. As a (very) general rule, the greater a stock's potential for growth, the greater the investment risk. Now. let's switch from stocks to bonds. When you buy a bond, you don’t own anything - you’re just making a loan You can buy bonds issued by companies (corpo­ rate bonds), the government (Treasury bonds) or cities and states (municipal bonds). In each case, you are loaning out your money in exchange for regular interest payments and the return of the bond's face value when the bond matures. Bonds, like stocks, carry risks. If you buy a corporate bond from a company that runs into problems, the com­ pany may default on your bond, and you won't get your principal back. Generally, you can help to avoid this problem by investing in high-quality bonds. Munici­ palities can also get into trouble and default. U.S. government bonds, though, are considered to be the safest investment in the world, at least in regard to default potential. When you invest in bonds, you'll also take on other risks. 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By spreading your dollars this way. you can help cushion your portfolio from down­ turns that hit one type of asset particularly hard - and you can give yourself more chances to succeed. It’s true that the investment world can get pretty com­ plex. But it all starts with the basics: stocks and bonds. Try to become familiar with both of them - it will be time well spent. Post offices extend hours for holidays Local post offices in Hastings, Middleville and Caledonia have extended their hours on Saturdays for the three weeks before Christmas. In Middleville, the Saturday hours will end at 10:30 a.m. and in Hastings and Caledonia the post offices will close at 1 p.m. on Dec. 6. 13 and 20. The United States Postal Service encourages everyone to mail early. Reach over 11,000 area homes every week with an ad in the Sun & News. Call 269-945-9554 anytime to place your ad today. "On our 23rd Anniversary. I posed the kids all around my wife. Lois. Our older box. 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December 2, 2003 Middleville Council fills vacancy with experience bv Patricia Johns Staff Writer The Middleville Village council is almost up to its full membership with the appointment of Dave Newman to fill the unexpired term of Bill Kenyon, who moved out of the village. Another seat appears to be open because Marilyn Vandenberg has been absent from council meetings for several months. Newman will have to resign from the Planning Commission, where he now serves. He had previously served on council. There were three applica­ tions for this appointment, but the other two. Doug Anderson and Daniel Kenyon, were not listed on the qualified voting rolls, even though they are resi­ dents of the village. Daniel Kenyon would be following in Bill Kenyon’s footsteps if he had been appointed. Newman also w ill be run­ ning to fill the unexpired two years of Kenyon’s term in the March 8 election. Running for two of the three seats for four-year terms are incumbents Floyd Bray and Dorothy Corson. Bill Nesbitt who previously served on council, is running for the third four-year term. The only contest will be between the incumbent President Lon Myers and perennial candidate Robert Klinge. owner of Bob’s Engine Hospital. Ron Howell, the new vil­ lage manager, gave a brief overview of his first week on the job. He also pledged to have a more detailed report at the December meeting. He will be meeting with staff, the village engineer and attorney as he continues to “get up to speed" on village needs. He also w ill serve on the county's economic development board In other business. Darlene Vanderwood was appointed to fill a vacancy on the hous­ ing commission. The council approved closing the village offices on Friday. Dec. 26. Employees can take the day as a vaca­ tion or personal day or with­ out pay. Department of Public Works employees will be on call that day. There will only K one meeting in December. The date of the December meet­ ing is Thursday. Dec. 18 at 7 p.m. The meeting will begin with a public hearing on the 2004 budget. Small family garbage service approved in Irving Township similar or like existing cate­ by Ruth Zachary gories. it can be approved. Staff Writer The Barry County Commissioners compared it Planning and Zoning to a repair business, to on­ Commission Monday night site farm vehicle repair in the GRAND RAPIDS Rita University (B.A.) and express. approved a special use per­ A-R district and to a well Mulligan, age 83, formerly Michigan State University The Funeral Mass was cel­ mit for a home occupation drilling business. of Middleville, in the midst (M.A.) ebrated on Saturday at St. for a garbage service/truck Commissioner Bill Stough of a vibrant life passed unex­ She was passionately dedi­ Stephen Catholic Church. repair facility on Woodruff said there was a need for cated in career as a school The Rev Paul Milanowski Road in Irving Township, competitive garbage services pectedly to her reward. Widow of John; mother of social worker because of her Celebrant. owned by Leslie Sweeney in in the county and wanted to In lieu of flowers, memori­ an A-R zoned district. Craig (Debbie) and David; heartfelt empathy for ail chil­ find a way for this family grandmother of Michelle dren in need. This care and als to the Hugh Michael Sweeney and his brother business to succeed, and to (Craig Tuokkola. Jennifer concern for children and Beahan Foundation. 300 and one other employee have eliminate any barriers which and Andrew), Melissa (Jeff) education extended to her Sheldon SE. Grand Rapids. been in business for ten could put the business out of Keating, and Megan family and friends with MI 49503. years. One non-family operation in the future. Mulligan; mother in spirit to whom she was involved with The family is being served employee is allowed in a The request was approved by Metcalf & Jonkhoff home occupation business. with stipulations: niece Judy (Todd) Sloan, and equal devotion. nephew Gary (Barb) Thome; Service to others was the Funeral Service. 4291 They serve an area of about 1. Concerns over a 30-galCascade Rd. SE at Kenmoor. 30 miles around the home lon barrel in the building beloved great aunt to numer­ foundation of her life. ous nieces and nephews who An inspiration to all who east of 1-96. base. He said they have no used to collect used oil knew her, she will be missed also enriched her life. plans to expand. before it is delivered to an A graduate of Indiana more than words could The four garbage trucks approved disposal site, led to (emptied) are stored behind a requirement to place the (north) of an existing build­ container in a larger 55-galing. The building is used to lon drum to contain and pre­ maintain and repair the vehi­ vent accidental spills. cles, excluding major 2. A water drain in the repairs. floor of the structure was to The business initially be sealed. Drains in garages came over a complaint last are not allowed, and it was summer, and an enforcement feared an accidental spill issue, and it was not previ­ could enter the soils under ously permitted. Two nearby the building and affect water neighbors said the business quality. It was pointed out was well maintained and was that if a contaminating sol­ never a problem in seven vents were found under the years and more. building, clean up is costly County Planning and could wipe out the busi­ Administrator Jim McManus ness. Sweeney said he was said there was not a way to willing to plug the drain to authorize a service business, avoid such an accident. but it could be defined by the 3. Vehicles are to be commissioners as a business parked to the north behind appropriate for consideration the building. this may be all the information you get. as a special use. Usually, if a In other business, the business is thought to be Planning and Zoning Rita Mulligan Without official Public Notice published in your newspaper, Commission: • Postponed addressing a request for a site plan review. brought by Keith Windes. for a building to be used for stor­ age and occasional selling of used cars. A variance request was previously considered by the Zoning Board of Appeals (ZBA), which had been approved with stipulations regarding a sign, and over a greenbelt or buffer. A request to be allowed not to pave a parking area and drive was not approved by the ZBA A quorum to vote on the special use request was not possible due to the absence of two members. Jeff MacKenzie and Jan McKeough. Three other members of the commission, Clyde Morgan. Mike Barney and Bill Stough had each sat on the ZBA and could not also vote as members on the Planning and Zoning Commission. The request is expected to be reviewed on Dec. 8. • Postponed a request by Richard Munger to be con­ sidered next on Dec. 22. Munger owns a building being slated for a Community Action Agency. • Tabled a site plan by Shawn Benner until the applicant obtained approval for a driveway access by MDOT. No date was set for his return. Colder temperatures signal need for furnace maintenance Currently and historically, it is the responsibility of government to publish public and legal notices here in Michigan's newspapers. Facts concerning court actions, government bids, zoning changes, tax increases, and legislative proposals are all published here. In fact, it's the law serving your right to know; assuring that you are informed of events and important information affecting your life and community. i uuui .suuucs in Your Right to Know, Delivered Right to Your Door. Michigan residents are turning to long-dormant fur­ naces for comfort as another winter prepares to buffet our state. Consumers Energy urges customers to take steps now to help keep their heat flowing reliably all winter. “There are a number of things customers can and should do now to make sure their furnaces provide warmth safely throughout the heating season," said Paul Preketes, senior vice president of gas operations for Consumers Energy. Preketes offers these tips: • Inspect furnaces once a year using a qualified appli­ ance service/heating and cooling professional. • Natural gas appliances should operate with a steads blue flame. If the flame is mostly yellow, call a quali­ fied service professional for further analysis. • Change air filters fre­ quently (at least every other month) during the heating season. • Replace any worn belts Also, lubricate the blower, fan bearings and pumps on appropriate models. Check owner manuals for further directions. • Make sure furnace doors are closed when in operation. • Remove lint, dust and debris from air ducts and and registers. • Keep clothing, papers and other flammable items well away from gas appli­ ances. • Check for rust and corro­ sion on the vent pipe con­ nected to the chimney. Make sure it is secure at both ends. • Perform an outside visual inspection of the chimney and vent pipes to make sure they are free of obstructions such as leaves or nests. Prekets also recommended that homeowners install audible, Underwriters Laboratory approved carbon monoxide alarms. These devices, similar to smoke detectors, will alarm if car­ bon monoxide is present in high amounts. This invisible gas is tasteless, odorless and colorless and can be deadly in high amounts. It is caused by the incomplete combus­ tion of fuels of fuels includ­ ing oil, propane, natural gas, coal, wood, kerosene and others. Improperly operating appliances can produce car­ bon monoxide. Consumers Energy, the principal subsidiary of CMS Energy, provides natural gas and electricity to more than six million of the state’s nearly 10 million residents in all 68 Lower Peninsula coun­ ties. �The Sun and News. Middleville. December 2, 2003/ Page 13 From Our Readers Local Citizens Speak Out On Issues Kooiker development shouldn’t be approved To the editor: I live on Kinsey Street Every day at all hours I see vehicles, even semis going al least 40 to 45 miles per hour on our 25 mph street We all know it is a major throughway for 100th Street west of town and for the schools. Now the Planning Commission wants to double or triple the traffic with the Kooiker development. 1 spoke at the Planning Commission’s meeting on the 20th of November I was angry because in the first part of the meeting the com­ mission concentrated on the details of this project like it was a foregone conclusion. The last I knew before Nov. 20 was that this plan would be rejected because of CALEDONIA TOWNSHIP MEETING NOTICE A Regular Meeting of the Charter Township of Caledonia Board of Trustees will be held beginning at 7:00 p.m. on Wednesday, December 3. 2003. at the Caledonia Township/Vlllage Hall, 250 Maple Street, Caledonia, Michigan. Note: Individuals with disabili­ ties may request auxiliary aids and services for the meeting by contacting the Township Hall at (616) 891-0070. TENTATIVE AGENDA 1. CALL TO ORDER/ROlL CALL. 2. PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE AND INVOCATION. 3. CONSIDERATION OF THE MEETING AGENDA. 4. PUBLIC COMMENT (2 MINUTES). 5. APPROVAL OF CONSENT AGENDA A. Minutes of the November 5 & 19. 2003 Meetings B. Correspondence Not requir­ ing Board Action. C Approval to Pay Bills. D Treasurer s Report. E Utilities Report. F. Building Department Report. G. Fire Department Report H. FOIA Report 6. INQUIRY OF CONFLICT OF INTEREST. 7. REPORT FROM BOARD OFFICERS AND STAFF. 8. CORRESPONDENCE. 9. UNFINISHED BUSINESS. A Request by Nortight Communications Inc for ‘Rightof-Way’ Telecommunications Permit 10. NEW BUSINESS. A Resolution to Approve Water Ordinance B Resolution to Approve Water Rate 4 Fees. C Resolution to Approve Sewer Ordinance D Resolution to Approve Sewer Rate & Fees E Resolution to Extend Franchise Agreement With Charter Communications F. Discussion of Removal of Stored Concrete From Property Located m RR District G. Adjustment in the Manager/Planner's Compensation to Conform to the Townships Job Evaluation Plan H Discussion Regarding Membership & Dues for the Grand Valley Metropolitan Council for 2004 11. BOARD COMMENTS 12. PUBLIC COMMENT (EXTENDED 5 MINUTES). 13. ADJOURNMENT. infrastructure concerns. Now it seems like the Planning Commission is seriously considering approval. At the meeting there was discussion about the town­ ship’s plans for development on the curve of 100th and Kraft and behind the football field off Johnson. Just because the township approves these plans, does that mean we must also join in this lunacy? We cannot control their actions but we can control our own in a sen­ sible manner. Does anyone actually think our schools and infra­ structure can handle all of this? We might as well change the name Caledonia to South Kentwood. These developers want to make big money and leave the village residents holding the bag after they are done VILLAGE OF MIDDLEVILLE SYNOPSIS VILLAGE OF MIDDLEVILLE, MICHIGAN COUNCIL MEETING MINUTES NOVEMBER 11, 2003 The regular meeting of the Village of Middleville, Michigan Council was called to order at 7:00 p.m. by Mr. Lon Myers, Council President of the Village of Middleville, Michigan, in the Council Chamber of the Village Hall. Members present. Mr. Floyd Bray. Mrs. Dorothy Corson, Mr Michael Lytle, Mr Lon Myers, and Mr Charles Pullen. Member absent: Mrs. Marilyn VandenBerg. Minutes of the October 25, 2003 and October 28, 2003 meeting were approved as written. The Agenda was approved as written. ACTIONS TAKEN: 1. Accepted the recommenda­ tion of the Planning Commission and deny the request to rezone 215 S. Broadway from R-2 to C-2 on a motion made by Mr Bray and supported by Mr Lytle 2. Agreed to offer the Village Manager position to Ron Howell, pending successful contract agreement and physical exam on a motion made by Mr Bray and supported by Mr Pullen 3 Approved the invoices dated November 07. 2003 in the amount of $64,882 11 on a motion made by Mr Pullen and supported by Mr Lytle 4 Denied the request of Visser Brothers to accept Town Center Dove as a public street until it has been completed to Village of Middleville specifications on a motion made by Mr Bray and supported by Mr Lytle 5 Approved the Revenue Sharing Agreement requested by Tbomappte Township to make the milage obtained tor the emer­ gency services butedmg exempt from DOA capture on a motion made by Mr Lytle and supported by Mr Pullen The motion earned 3-2 with Mr Bray and Mrs Corson voting no 6 Adjourned the meeting at 7 48 p m on a mobon made by Mrs Corson and supported by Mr Bray Respectfully submffled Rhonda L Ftsk Clerk The complete text of the minutes may be read at the Vrftage Hals between the hours of 9130 AM and 500 PM. Monday through and gone. When you buy a car, do you buy the first one you look at? Or a house, or even a refrigerator? This is a lot bigger issue, to more people, to think that the first plan will be the best. This devel­ opment will affect every res­ ittent of the village because of the increased traffic on Kinsey, Maple. Main, and Johnson streeLs. I ask the commission to please use foresight and common sense in this matter. Dale Duimstra. Caledonia Sarah Cordts displays engineering skill at WMU Sarah Cordts Sarah Cordts, a 1999 graduate of Thomapple Kellogg High School, will be displaying some of her talent today (Dec. 2) in a project for the Conference on Senior Design Projects at the Bernhard Center at Western Michigan University. Cordts will graduate from Western Michigan University this December with a degree »n mechanical engineering. She and Nicholas Kaiser will show off their automated mixing for saltwater fish tanks. Cordts is one of 100 stu­ dents working on 40 projects designed to help with some of the problems facing busi­ ness and industry . This solution will help the retail aquanum market take some of the time consuming mixing and testing of salt water for fish tanks Call for Classifieds 945-9554o> 1-800-810-7085 Audit, continued from page 1 in science for Caledonia business, the board: Tots” campaign soon. •Approved the annual • Received an admonition have been attributed to summer tax collection reso­ from community member hands-on experiences with lution. which mustmust be Ellen Wilder about short science, but it has been rec­ renewed each year in order notice to the community ognized that the reading por­ for the schools to collect about important district tion of the science curricu­ taxes in both the summer and meetings such as that of lum needs updated informa­ winter to avoid possible cash Superintendent candidate tion. Bums also recommends Wes VanDenburg. which the series due to the fact that flow problems. • Approved the change was scheduled for the fol­ it has “lots of nice teaching evening on components.” order #25 for $81,093 (melt lowing • Received presentations system) and change order Wednesday. "(We need more #26 for $133,130.50 (to than) one day notice in the of the 2003 Cal Donian bring certain areas up to code Sun and News," said Wilder. Stories of Inspiration year­ as per the fire marshal). (Deadlines for press time are book by Caledonia High These funds are to come Friday of the previous week. School student representa­ from the year 2000 bond The paper is not released to tive Brittany Box. For more information the public until Tuesday fund. "Looking at Zeeland morning.) She recommended about Caledonia School board decisions and presen­ sending out a letter, as was (school district), we found some corrections to be made. done this past August, when tations, call 616-891-8185. (We felt that it would be) important information is better to do (the corrections) necessary to the community. • Heard a special report on the front end than later." from Chris Bums, Caledonia explained a board member. • Approved a 20-foot w ide Curriculum Director, about easement through the the science books for grades Community Resource prop­ 2 and 5, published by erty located at 330 Johnson Harcourt Brace. The books to the Village of Caledonia will be on display in the for a water main. The ease­ Administration building for ment will be available after public review until the regu­ the current building has been lar December board meeting. Subscribe to the "The current science razed. Upon the board’s Hastings Banner. approval, legal documents series is 20 years old." now will be initiated. This explained Bums. "Students Call 945-9554 for easement would allow bring­ need to read better for infor­ ing fire hydrants through the mational text." more information. The strong MEAP scores community. Since the area is planned as parking for the athletic field and community use, it was felt that this PUBLIC NOTICE “would not hurt anything in The Middleville Village Council will hold a public anyway." - hearing to receive public comment on the proposed • Accepted the resignation fy 2004 Village Budget at 7:00 p m on December 18, 2003, in the Council Chambers at 100 E Main Street. of Rebecca Smedes asa para­ Middleville. Ml 49333 The proposed budget will be available for professional al Emmons public inspection at the Village Hall located at the same address Lake. Smedes is relocating beginning December 15, 2003 Questions or comments may be to further her education. directed to the Village Manager at 269.795.3385 • Adopted the Geographic Respectfully Submitted, Partners School Plan as set Ron M Howell forth by the Duncan Lake 06576769 V,lla9« Mana9er Committee. (See correspon­ ding article in this edition of the Sun and News) • Adopted a resolution to CHARTER TOWNSHIP OF CALEDONIA have the Kent Intermediate KENT COUNTY, MICHIGAN School District place a spe­ NOTICE cial education millage before the voters. 2003 December Board of Review • Heard from CHS student December 9th, 2003, @ 9:00 a m rep Brittany Box that the stu­ Caledonia Township/Village Hall dent council has determined THIS MEETING IS FOR THE PURPOSE OF CORRECTING: that its main goal is to inte­ A CLERICAL ERROR OR MUTUAL MISTAKE OF FACT RELA­ grate other groups for inter­ TIVE TO THE CORRECT ASSESSMENT OR HOMESTEAD est in school. As such, the EXEMPTION FIGURE. THE AUTHORITY FOR THE CORREC­ council has initiated a “Big TION OF ERRORS, IS STATED IN THE GENERAL PROPER­ Buck” contest, complete TY TAX LAWS OF THE STATE OF MICHIGAN, 211.53b; MSA with a prize winning certifi­ 7.97(2) & 211 7ee(6) ARE AS FOLLOWS cate to Gander Mountain and Assessor: Laura Stob a skate board design contest. Dated: November 24, 2003 They also will be starting Township Clerk: Patricia Snyder their district-wide “Toys for GET ALL THE NEWS OF BARRY COUNTY! VILLAGE OF CALEDONIA COUNTY OF KENT, MICHIGAN PUBLIC NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that on Tuesday, December 16, 2003, at 700 p.m., the Planning Commission of the Village of Caledonia will hold a public hearing at the Caledonia Township and Village HaM, 250 South Maple Street, Caledonia. Michigan, concerning the applica­ tion of Ted Van Duinen tor a special land use so as to permit a two-famify dwelling in the R-2 Medium Density Single Farmty District The applicant proposes to build a two-family dwelling on property commonly known as 215 West Mam Street, which is legally described as foltows Commencing on the South line of Center Street, 514.8 feet West of the North-South 1/4 hne; thence South 132 feet; thence West 181.5 feet; thence North 132 feet, thence East 181 5 feet to the point of beginning Section 29 Town 5 North Range 10 West Village of Caledonia, Kent County, Michigan All inter esled persons may attend the pubtec hearing and comment upon the proposed special land use Written comments may be submitted to the Village office up to the time of the public hear­ ing Dated November 25, 2003 . PLANNING COMMISSION OF THE VILLAGE OF CALEDONIA �Page 14/The Sun and News. MiddteviMe. December 2. 2003 Trojans have largest group with 39 all county athletes The jump to the O-K Gold didn't'make things any easi­ er on TK athletes this faB, but there were many out­ standing performances. The Trojan girls’ cross country team didn’t miss a beat taking its first Gold title, while freshman Rebecca Winchester ran her way to ail state honors. The boys’ golf team and the football team came up just short in their bids for conference crowns. Around Barry County, these Trojans were some of the top performers. Here's a list of all the all Barry County teams Football First Team Offense Scott Brooks. Running Back: An all O-K Gold run­ ning back this fall as a senior with the speed to break the big one at any time. He is also a stand-out on the defen­ sive side at linebacker where he 38 tackles including four sacks. Adam Ixiveless, Running Back: On a team with a number of talented running backs, he led the Trojans in rushing with 890 yards on 111 carries. A big. bruising back, the junior scored five touchdowns this year. Darrin Tape. Wide Receiver: One of the fastest high schoolers in the state, it seemed only injuries could slow Tape down in his senior season. He was an all O-K Gold first teamer with 393 receiving yards. 380 rushing yards, and a total of 11 touchdowns. He also set a TK record with a 39 yard field goal. Other members of the first team offense are Lakewood’s Marc Miller (WR), Mike Vipond (OL), and Tyler Harms (K). Maple VaUey’s Derek Ripley (QB), Lance Harvey (RB). Eric Davis (OL). Nate Racine (OL). Delton’s Zac Culbert (TE). Dustin Morgan (OL), and Todd Champion (OL). FiMitball First Team Defense Marc Rolison. Linebacker: An all confer­ ence linebacker in the O-K Gold. Rolison loves to get after quarterbacks. He recorded nine sacks, six other tackles for a loss, and 58 total tackles this fall as a senior. Josh Eldridge. Middleville: TK coach Tim Penfield calls his senior QB/DB his Mr. Everything. After leading the Trojans on offense he stepped over to the defensive side and led the Trojans with five intercep­ tions. Other members of the first team defense are Lakewood's Tyler Beglin (DB). Alan O’Donnell (DL), and Jeff Vander Boon (LB), Maple Valley’s Josh Cook (DL). Ben Smith (DL). Chris Morris (LB). Ty Van Alstine (DB), Hastings’ Drew Bowman (DB). Dan Blair (DB), Delton’s Tyler Blacken (P). Football Second Team Offense Eric Reeder. Tight End: His size helps him out on the end of the Trojan line with blocking and in the open field catching passes. A jun­ ior. he has the ability to get behind the defense and was another good threat in the Trojans' passing attack. David Finkbeiner. Wide Receiver: Another Trojan junior who began to come into his own on the outside. The Trojans liked to find Finkbeiner when they found Chiropractic Care for the Whole Family Tanya M Seif D.C.,F.I.C.P.A. 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Chris Humphrey, Kicker: He was an honor­ able mention selection at kicker in the O-K Gold as a junior this fall. Much of it was based on his excellent 19 for 21 on extra point kicks forTK. Members of the all county second team offense are Hastings’ Ryan Ferguson (QB), Nate Ferrall (OL). and Heath VanBelkum (RB), Delton’s Corrie Latta (RB), John Noto (WR), and Jim Rose (OL), Football Second Team Defense Kyle Farris, Middleville: A monster in the middle for Middleville this fall. Farris recorded 28 tackles, includ­ ing three for a loss, and picked up two opponents’ fumbles this season as a sen­ ior. He was an honorable mention all O-K Gold selec­ tion on the D-line, and is also a talented full back. Jordan Hartley, Middleville: He led the Trojans in tackles twice this season from his safety posi­ tion. He had just one inter­ ception this fail, in large part because opponents' didn't like to give him the opportu­ nity and kept the ball far away. Other members of the all county second team defense are Lakewood's Travis Willard (DL) and Jason Copelin (DB). Hastings' Jake Armour (DL). Brandon Johnson (DB). and Adam Case (LB). Maple Valley’s Eric Turner (DL). Paul Morgan (LB). Jason Beardslee (P). and Ken Carnes (DB), and Delton's Rod Dye (LB). Girls' Basketball First Team Jessica Flaska, Middleville: The top inside force in the county, who also has the skills to play the point for the Trojans when called upon. A sophomore. Flaska led the Trojans in scoring with 17 points per game and was the fifth lead­ ing scorer in all the entire OK Conference. Flaska also averaged nine and a half rebounds a game. Other members of the all county first team are Maple Valley’s Megan Garvey and Stefanie Joostbems, Delton’s Kortni Matteson. Lakewood’s Stevie Spetoskey, and Hastings’ Amber Peck. Girls' Basketball Second Team Brandi Campbell. Middleville: Campbell was improving all the time in her junior season with the Trojans. She averaged 10 points a game this fall as TK's second leading scorer Other members of the all county second team are Maple Valley's Amy Joostberns. Lakewood's Jesse Buche and Katie MacDonald, and Delton's Shannah Fisher. Alex Culbert. and Shanna Tamminga. Boys' Cross Country First Team Members of the all county first team are Lakewood's Corey Thelen. Jason Sterkenburg. Jesse Schrock. Casey Schrock, and Ryan Possehn. Hastings' David Peterson, and Delton's Evan Williams. Boys’ Cross Country Second Team Chris Harkness, Thornapple Kellogg: This Trojan senior led the way for the TK boys’ team as the season progressed. He was the top TK boy to finish in the O-K Gold championship where he was 11 th at Johnson Park in 18:05. He followed that up by breaking the 18 minute mark in 17:50 at the regional race. Alex Robinson, Thornapple Kellogg: TK’s other top senior, he was right on Harkenss’ heels much of the season. 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December 2. 2003 All-County Trojans, continued from page 14 county second team are Lakewood’s Corey Rayner. Maple Valley’s Dustin Jones, and Delton's Andrew Oudfrig, Rex Fetterley, and Dan Roberts. Giris’ Cross Country First Team Kaleigh Page. Thomapple Kellogg: A TK junior. Page pushed Winchester as the season went on up front for the Trojans. Page was fifth over­ all at the TK Invite in 20:34, and just missed extending her season to the state meet with a 16th place finish in the Division 2 Regional race at Yankee Springs. Chaney Robinson. Thomapple Kellogg: Only a sophomore. Robinson ran her way to an 18th place overall finish at the TK Invite in 22:00.7. and was one oFfive Trojans in the top 12 in the O-K Gold meet in 12th overall at 21:33. Jessica Stortz. Thomapple Kellogg: After a brief hiatus from the team early in the season, this Trojan senior steadily got back into the race. She fin­ ished sixth overall at the TK Invite, coming in at 20:35.9. Rebecca Winchester. 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Aubrey Raymond, Thornapple Kellogg: It was a tough year for the returning all-league senioi*. but she kept on going. She finished 24th overall in the Thomapple Race at the TK Invitational in 22:26.2. Members of the all county second team are Lakewood’s Ashley Barcroft and Alissa Goble, and Delton's Kristen Wilfinger and Whitney BRUCE'S FRAME & ALIGNMENT Complete Frame Repair • Professional Color Matching • Loaner Cars • Front End Alignment Collision Repair • Glass Repair call... (269) 795-9596 All Makes and Models All Insurances Welcome Owned and Operated by... Bruce Bender 415 2nd Street Middleville Reporting History for the Future in 6 Barry County Area Newspapers • Lakewood News • Maple Valley News * Middleville-Caledonia Sun & News • Reminder ♦ Weekender • Hastings Banner Over 64,000 Papers Distributed Every Week! 1351 N. M-43 Highway • P.O. Box 188 Hastings, Ml 49058 Phone (269) 945-9554 • Fax (269) 945-5192 Knollenberg. Boys’ Golf First Team Josh Enyart, Thornapple Kellogg: Enyart was chosen as an all conference performer for the second straight season at TK. His average of 39.6 per nine is an improvement of nearly two strokes from a year ago. A senior, his four year aver­ age of 42.2- is the sixth best ever by* a Trojan. Levi Harold. Thomapple Kellogg: One of four Trojan seniors hon­ ored. Harold finished the season with an average of 41.5. He finished fifth at the J-Ad Fall Classic, and shot a low round this fall of 34 at Winding Creek. Brett Knight. Thornapple Kellogg: Knight's 39.8 average for the season puts him on the first team. He was chosen as an all conference 1st team per­ former for the second straight year, and closed out his senior year by shooting a 75 in the Regional Tournament held at Binder Park. Chase VandenBerg. Thornapple Kellogg: VandenBerg piled up records on the links for TK this fall. The list includes the lowest 18-hole average in school history, the lowest 18-hole tournament score in school history, the lowest season average in school history, and the best nine-hole score by a Trojan. His average of a 40 over his four year career is the second best ever at TK. VandenBerg won the Barry County Invitational at Mullenhurst, and was chosen as an all conference per­ former for the third straight year. Other members of the all county first team are Maple Valley’s Adam Gonser and Lakewood’s Kevin Shettler. Boys’ Golf Second Team Members of the all county second team are Delton’s Derek Caldwell and Brandon Garrison, Maple Valley’s Garrett VanEngen, Lakewood’s Pat Morris and Paul Spitzley’ and Hastings’ Brian Doozan. Girls’ Tennis First Team Singles Michelle Raetz, Middleville: The Trojans' senior first singles player, she had seven wins this fall. Raetz had a lot of learning to do early on, after making the jump up from fourth doubles a year ago. By the end of the fall she was named as the team’s most improved and most valuable player. Other members of the all county first team are Hastings' Margo Cooklin and Amy Ingle, and Lakewood’s Noeile Williams, Rachel Meade, Abby Weeks, and the dou­ bles teams of Kristi Barbour and Alex Taylor, and KimRaffler and Erica Enz. Giris' Tennis Second Team Singles Molly Jazwinski. Middleville: Jazwinski fin­ ished the season w ith a.14-12 record at third singles for * TK. Coach Larry Seger said the team’s biggest individual w in this season was her upset of the third seed from Stevensville Lakeshore at Regionals: Leeanne Lantinga. Middleville: The. Trojan’s second singles player came on very strong at the end of the season. She finished the year with a 13-13 record, but was 11-5 the final two-thirds of the year. Doubles Tiffany Tietz & Beth Steorts, Middleville: The Trojans' first doubles team finished the year with 11 wins, and fought through some tough matches with the county’s other fop doubles teams. Other members of the all county second team are Lakewood’s Kallie Walker, and the doubles team of Katie Taylor and Emily Wemet. Boys’ Soccer First Team Mark Mejeur, Middleville: The Trojans had to replace a lot of goal scoring from last year’s line­ up and Mejeur stepped in and did just that for TK. Marco Sanchez, Middleville: A part time goaltender and part time midfielder, when healthy this senior was an important part of the Trojan line-up. This is his second straight season on the all county first team. Jared Smith, Middleville: Started the sea­ son as a forward, TK coach Todd McCrumb moved'him back into the midfield to get • him more involved in every aspect of the game. A junior with the ability to take over a game with his ball handling abilities. Phil Vanspronsen. Middleville: Though he was one of many Trojans to miss games due to injury he is still one of the county’s top play­ ers along the defensive lines. He was an all county second teamer a year ago. Other members of the all county first team are Hastings’ Scott Allerding. Aaron Fortier. Scott Larsen, and Andrew- Vincent, and Lakewood’s' Tyler Harms. Justin LeV^que.. and Brad Stroner. Boys’ Soccer Second Team Edwin Cuhas. Middleville: Injuries hit the Trojans . hard this fall, and Cubas played an important role for the team He stepped in to take over in goal when TK’s top two keepers were unable to perform and was strong in net for the Trojans. Carl Frey. Middleville: A senior defender for this fall’s Trojan squad. Frey was steady on the outside of the Middleville defense all year long. Other members of the all. county second team are Delton’s Josh Barnes. Brandon Butzirus. and Tyler Harris, Lakewood’s Ron Bond and Charles Scofield. Hastings' Jacob Elliot. Tommy Girrbach, and Matt Hoffman. and Maple Valley’s Dan Sealy. Call for Classifieds 945-9554 or 1-800-870-7085 Steensma Plumbing Repair service run daily for your convenience 795-7495 10% off labor for senior citizens. �The Sun and News. Middleville, December 2, 2003/ Page 17 TK AD Mark Uyl named MHSAA assistant director Positive stories of season get lost amid ‘Black Friday’ hype by Patricia Johns Staff Writer This past Friday was a day some people avoid, others relish and economists can't wait to analyze. Yesterday morning (Monday, Dec. 1) the first analyses were released with what appears to be good numbers and news reporters comments like "even better than last year.” Already shoppers have been warned that the deep discounts of last year won’t be found in the stores this year. For those who think that the coming holiday is already too commercialized. Black Friday excesses like stores opening at 5 a.m., shoppers buying all of what­ ever hot toy has been touted and the crazy driving of shoppers trying to get to the next store seem like night­ mare examples of “what is wrong with society." But focusing on just shop­ ping seems to lose touch with some of the other reali­ ties Think of the many churches already gathering food for holiday baskets or making plans so that less for­ tunate families in the com­ munity will have a happy holiday. Think of the volunteer choirs already immersed in Handel's Messiah, rearrang­ ing their schedule for rehearsals and performances. Those who are especially gloomy about the over com­ mercialization of the holiday may want to fit in one of these concerts or the high or middle school holiday con­ certs. Young voices raised in song have a way of lifting the spirit. Other churches like Orangeville Baptist this Saturday or the Middleville Methodist church the week­ end before Christmas plan “Living Nativity” displays which require that animals and humans alike brave often cold temperatures. Athlete of the week Thornapple Kellogg Varsity Football TK senior Scott Brooks was a big time two way player for the Middleville varsity football team this fall. He consistently came up with big plays as a running back for TK, and had four sacks and 38 tackles as a linebacker. Brooks was named to the all Barry County first team last week. The 4695 Middleville Rd. Lynn Denton M-37, Middleville, Ml Agency 1-800-443-5253 111 N. Main St. Nashville, Ml 517-852-2005 MAKING YOUR FUTURE MORE PREDICTABLE jH F4fMf BUREAU K MB INSURANCE 06SM714 BUMUkU MUTUM • FARM BUMAV >.<« • fUUt Churches in the area have their choirs working out vocal arrangements for spe­ cial Christmas eve services. These people aren’t out shopping, they are at rehearsals. Other families make an effort to make sure that their children share with others less fortunate. Often it is children who donate toys to local toy collections or buy with their allowances a gift for the Angel Tree for a child their age. Curmudgeons are reluc­ tant to give up their crabbi­ ness about this season, but just maybe they should take some time one evening and walk in their neighborhoods enjoying the sight of twin­ kling lights. Everyone should take some time this year as they shop to visit some of the local stores, the Thomapple Arts Council's gift gallery or even just window shop. Yes, let's give more of ourselves this holiday instead of the newest toy or gadget. Take this time to share a meal, a laugh, a walk in the woods or a story with someone you care about. That might be the best way to share the real spirit of the season. GET ALL THE NEWS OF BARRY COUNTY! Subscribe to the Hastings Banner. Mark Uyl. already recog­ nized as an outstanding ath­ letic administrator at Thomapple Kellogg High School in Middleville, and an accomplished official, teacher and coach, has been named an assistant director at the Michigan High School Athletic Association. He will begin his duties in late January. 2004. “This was an incredibly difficult decision.” said Uyl of the choice to leave TKHS. “It’s the opportunity of a life­ time. I had to chase this dream.” Uyl will have responsibili­ ties for the administration of several post-season tourna­ ments. and oversight of pro­ gramming and services to the over 12.000 registered game officials at the high school level in Michigan. Working with the state’s officials was one of the biggest draw s for Uyl. “I’m confident I can take my experience and expertise, and use it to benefit offficiating at the high school level.” said Uyl. Most of Uyl’s educational career has been at Thomapple Kellogg Schools. He started here as a high school history and physical education teacher after graduating from Calvin College in 1996, and he also was an assistant foot­ ball coach. He spent the 2000-01 school year as athletic direc­ tor at Caledonia High School and Middle School, and then returned to Thornapple Kellogg to assume the athlet­ ic director’s and assistant principal’s post. “I loved my time in Middleville,” said Uyl. “I Mark Uyl don’t think there's a better school system around.” While at ThomappleKellogg. Uyl has been instru­ mental in upgrades to the dis­ trict's athletic facilities, including the installation of an artificial playing surface at the high school football stadi­ um. “Some would call Mark Uyl one of the up-and-coming high school athletic adminis­ trators in our state - I would simply call him one of the best.” said John E. “Jack" Roberts. MHSAA executive director. 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He is also active with the West Michigan Umpires Association Uyl has also been active in the community as an elected member of the Thomapple Area Recreation Committee. Middleville will soon begin the process of deciding show to fill the posistion. Superintendent Kevin Konarska and high school principal Ellen Zack will begin working with Uyl on the transistion schedule. Uyl made sure to reiterate how much his lime at Middleville has meant to him. “It’s a great school system, and they’ve got a great super­ intendant in Kevin Konarska I’ve enjoyed every one of my experiences at TK.” 100% SATISFACTION GUARANTEED There’s No Substitute For Quality... Clearly You Will See The Difference! we meet by accident. Your full service auto body repair shop. HOURS: MONDAY ■ FRIDAY 8 00 ■ 500 Bob Potts - Body Shop Manager M-37 North of Middleville. 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During the garage sale stu­ dents raised more than $600. According to teacher Megan Zeneberg. “Our stu­ dents are truly learning the importance of giving to oth­ ers’” Little Lambs plans holiday shopping fair Little Lambs Preschool will have a Christmas shop­ ping fair Saturday. Dec. 6, from 9 a m. to I p.m. at the preschcxil. The fair will include popu­ lar companies such as Mary Kay Cosmetics, Discovery Toys, Silpada Jewelry, Mia Bella Soy Candles, The Homemakers Idea Co, Weekenders Mix and Match Clothing, Cera Bella and many more. Unique gift ideas will be on display at the preschool, which is located at 7248 68th St in Caledonia (the comer of Thomapple River Drive and 68th Street). Baked Good* also will be available for pur­ chase, including banket, Christmas cinnamon bread, and coffee cakes from Van’s Bakery. For more information, or to reserve a table, please con­ tact the preschool at (616) 554-3350. 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Call 945-9554 anytime to place your Sun & News ACTION-Ad & reach over 11,000 area homes! Fortune Chef Breakfast, Lunch &■ Dinner Chinese Food and American Middle Villa Inn Now Featuring our New Micro Pub Weekend Dinner Specials �Page 20/The Sun and News. Middleville. December 2. 2003 Gaines United Brethren has reasons to observe Wright Bros, anniversary by Cathy Rueter Staff Writer Retired Air Force Col. Gene Raab may no longer he flying, but he’s been on a mission nonetheless. Raab, of Grand Rapids, was raised in the United Brethren Church and had heard “tales about the Wrights (Brothers) visiting,” specifically the Gaines United Brethren Church on Kalamazoo Avenue. The sto­ ries intrigued him. "Having an interest on both sides (flying and a fam­ ily connection) J wanted to look into it," said Raab. ’My mother was a Crumback. Four generations of her fam­ ily were raised in this church (Gaines). "I have a list of things I want to do." he explained. Learning about these sto­ nes was on that list, a mis­ sion that recently became reality, which he will share with the public Sunday. Dec. 7, at Gaines United Brethren Church from 3 to 5 p.m. The program is free. Raab will be presenting “Men of Faith. Men of Flight - 100 Years of Flight 1903- 2003” at the church. This presentation is the culmina­ tion of long hours of diligent research and some fortunate encounters with others inter­ ested in the subject of the Wright Brothers. "This is a historical serv­ ice. This isn’t a church pres­ entation." he said. "It’s strict­ ly a public service. No one is trying to make anything from this. I’m just trying to let people know about what happened here, the history. And w hat better place to do it then where it happened." The 100th anniversary of warns " uitiit inmin mt According to Gene Raab, presenter of “Men of Faith, Men of Flight - 100 Years of Flight 1903-2003," Wright’s family would often visit Barnaby at his home, which still stands today on Kalamazoo Avenue in Gaines Township. flight isn’t technically until Dec. 17, but conflicts in FEATURES OP THE WEEK 2002 CHEVY TRAHBLAZER CERTIFIED Power everything, very clean, grill guard, running boards *17,995 2002 CHEVY SHVERADO IS 2500,4x4, ext cab with tonneau cover Bishop Barnaby is the tie that links the Wright Brothers, and their father to the Caledonia area *17,995 2001 CHEW PRISM LSI 1998 DOOCE DAKOTA *11,995 ......... 2003 CHEVY ASTRO —' *17,995 2002 CHEVY BLAZER *9,995 2001 CMC YUKON SLT Leather, moor.. - _ *26,995 2000 CHEVY VENTURE CERTIFIED *14,995 CERTIFIED I ~ *15,995 *11,900 2000 BUICK LESABRE 2003 CHEVY MALIBU *12,995 £HEVY IMPALA *10,900 2001 FORD EXPLORER *10,995 02 CHEVY SILVERADO *12,900 $23,900 BILL SEIF CHEVROLET BUICK s M-37 IN HASTINGS - 269-945-2425 DEALER 1-800-235-2425 wvww.t>4tl»e*fcnevt>uick.com scheduling necessitated the date change. No matter. Raab still has some very intriguing information and anecdotes to share with the public. The presentation has been recognized by the Centennial Flight Commission as an official historical event and as such is allowed to use their logo and be listed on their website. "Weather permissable, I’ve been told that we are on the schedule for a flyover of four Air Force jets," said Raab. The hoped for fly over is sheduled for approximate­ ly 3 p.m. "We’ll be following that with a brief ceremony in recognition of Pearl Harbor, followed by the Centennial of Flight program." The program will be con­ centrating on local history and the relationship between Bishop Barnaby of the Gaines United Brethren Church and Bishop Wright, Orville and Wilbur Wright’s father. According to Raab, the two bishops were very close friends and religious colleagues. The problem for Raab was that he could find no records of the aforementioned visits or friendship in the church archives. Undaunted, Raab kept digging. He researched at the library, county and newspaper history, some of this with Gordon Olson, retired city historian of Grand Rapids. Through this research he connected with Tom Crouch, curator of the Air & Space Museum at the Smithsonian Institute. Through the Huntington College archives, which Raab considers to be an excellent source of informa­ tion. he discovered a picture of a church with a large gath­ Bishop Wright, father to the famed Wright Brothers, was a close friend and religious col­ league of Bishop Barnaby of Gaines United Brethren Church on Kalamazoo Avenue. ering in front of it. The church was the old Games United Brethren, the gather ing being the 1905 United Brethren General Conference proceedings. This was an extremely important meeting for the UB Church nationally, according to Raab. Through further research and by contacting Wright State University, Raab secured a copy of Bishop Wright’s diary. Raab had his answers, enough to present the program scheduled for Dec. 7. Bishops Wright, Barnaby and Floyd were remarkably influential in the UB Church. Raab has done his homework and will be able to weave the history of the Gaines UB Church through the lives of Bishop Wright, as well as those of Orville and Wilbur. When Bishop Wright would visit Bishop Barnaby at his home (still standing in Gaines Township, just down the road from the present church on Kalamazoo), "Sometimes (Bishop Wright’s) family would come with him," Raab explained. "I want to do it justice; because you only do it once," he said. "We’re going to cover some of the personali­ ties, what they accomplished and their heritage," he said. He’s also going to cover well, let him fill m the rest. For more information about this presentation, call Gene Raab at 616-534-6016 or the Gaines United Brethren Church at 616-6988252. The church is located on the comer of Kalamazoo and 92nd Street. � https://barrycountyhistoryportal.org/files/original/25/713/SunandNews_2003-12-09.pdf 0b2ce86f6cb234acac389eb82b5a953f PDF Text Text HASTINGS PUBLIC LIBRARY dwwco HASTINGS f PUBLIC LIBRA# 121 N CHURCH ST HASTINGS Ml 49058 ind Nefas‘‘ — - ifif to Your Hometown Newspaper Serving Middleville and Caledonia Areas 132nd year Published by J-Ad Graphics. Inc. No. 50/December 9, 2003 Caledonia offers VanDenBerg contract lor superintendent by Cathy Rutter Sta# Writer The Caledonia Board of Education has offered a con­ tract to Wes VanDenberg to be the district’s new superin­ tendent If an agreement can be reached. VanDenberg. cur­ rently superintendent of the Belding School District.would succeed Douglas Busman. who retired at the end of last spormg to teach at Grand Valley State University. Board member Denny Atkinson summarized the site visit and meetings with staff, students, community members, etc. of the Belding area. The visitation team includ­ ed board members Atkinson. Bill Harrison and Ken Yonkcr. Key Communicator and parent Deh McCarty. Administration staff repre­ sentative, Chris Warren and Interim Superintendenl/Pcsonnel Director, Carol NelsonPurkey. They seemed to believe that VanDenberg fit into the top criteria of their needs with his character and integrity as well as a vision for greatness (among other things). The team perceived such things as VanDenberg being “caring, honest, positive, genuine and thinking with his heart." Other positive qualities included: “He chooses great­ ness through team member strengths.” Believes in strategic planning.” “Encourages kids to get involved.” They heard that he is very family oriented and willing to admit (his) mistakes. He wants school to be fun for kids and believes that they do better when it is fun. Yonkcr said a maintenance worker told him VanDenberg notices the employees of his district and gave several examples where VanDenberg went out of his way to help an employee. Il seemed that the board tried to look at all angles to the situation prior to their negotiations decision - with several board members play­ ing “devil’s advocate” for a while m order to bring up several topics for discussion. Such topics included a comment that VanDenberg had made in his first inter­ view as to "the girls" in his office, and in what area(s) VanDenberg might be defi­ cient Though the board dis­ cussed at length the comment about "his girls." it.was board member Kristy Sheriund who clarified the comment the best. Sheriund remarked to the effect that in her career she had met two kinds of (men) that used the term; one that used it for "power" and the other used it as a term of endearment. The board seemed to agree, after talking with staff members in his office, that VanDenberg used the phrase strictly as a term of endearment. "He values me." was a comment mentioned from the Belding staff member. In as much as the board was impressed with (among other traits) VanDenberg’s attention to students and what is best for them, they did feel that he may he lack­ ing a strong background in the curriculum arena. "This is a Caledonia ques­ tion only," said Board mem­ ber Bob Lillie. "It has noth­ ing to do with the individ­ ual." Lillie was asking the administration staff (those present) for their opinions concerning VanDenberg. "Is there anything you see Wes VanDenberg, cur­ rently superintendent of Belding School District, and a graduate of Hastings, is entering into the preliminary stages of negotiations for the job of superintendent of Caledonia Community Schools. that won’t bring us to that ‘raising of the bar’ (for stu­ dents)? Are we strong enough here (as a district) to draw — underneath his tute­ lage — to draw us up to that (challenge)." Several comments were made by staff members including Cirriculum Director Chris Bums, "I think that we felt that we could work with (him). But we felt that curriculum and instruction w as not one of his strong suits. But if he could work with us. we can work with him." Dutton Elementary Principal Jerry Phillips said. "If everything is what’s good for kids, if we have that framework, then we have what's good for the district. If the ideas can spring from underneath... We empower teachers. we empower administration... It’s hard to bring in somebody that’s going to have every attribute that’s needed." Key Communicator and parent Deb McCarty was present for the site interviews and was impressed with the way that people (in Belding) seemed to feel toward VanDenberg. "People felt that they were important (to him), whether they knew him well or not. He seeks parental input. He doesn’t get defensive right off; he gets everyone on the same page." Board member Bill Harrison made the observa­ tion that people could get the idea that if he is such a “hands on” type of person, he might circumvent the proce­ dures during disputes (specif­ ically with parents and adminstration). “He’s not bypassing the system but he’s checking to make sure the system is working the way it should. He checks back." "He has so much potential here (in the Caledonia dis­ trict). it's time to tap that." said Lillie. "I think we are an excel­ lent school district." said Harrison. "But something inside me tells me we can be better." Board member Ken Yonkcr. in responding to a comment by Sheriund about a “new day.” said, "I think this board is going to see a new day. I thing he’s going to challenge us in a positive way. In ways we never thought of yet." "I see him as a real good fit for Caledonia." said Harrison. Further information about preliminary negotiations between VanDenberg, and the Caledonia Board of Education will be forthcom­ ing in later editions of the Sun and News as they hap­ pen. Bay Pointe hotel gets green light by Patricia Johns Staff Writer Construction on a new hotel to replace the Bay Pointe Restaurant at Gun Lake will begin next month. The Barry County Planning Commission, in a special meeting Monday, December I reviewed and approved the site plan for the new Bay Pointe Inn. Mike Powers, who bought the property and building recently from Roy Martin, was introduced to the com­ mittee and community at the beginning of the meeting. Powers explained that he had not had his name released as buyer of the property because he had not resigned until that day. He stressed that he and his fami­ ly were committed to the project, already lived on the lake and planned to spend the rest of their lives at Bay Pointe. He co-founded First Home Financial. Inc., a financial services company 15 years ago. The sale of the company to Independent Bank became official on Dec. I. Powers says, “First Home Financial was built on the principles of integrity, dedication and quality serv­ The design for the new Bay Pointe Inn was discussed dunng the Dec 1 site plan review ice. We will continue these principles with the Bay Pointe project.” His attorney, Jim Kinney, did most of the talking for the applicants as the plans for the new Bay Pointe Inn were discussed. Kinney opened his remarks by pointing out that listing on the state or nation­ al register of historic build­ ings does not protect a build­ ing from being demolished. Such listings are only a way for owners to take advantage of certain tax advantages. "No law prohibits demoli­ tion." Kinney told the com­ mission. He also told them that the historic Bay Pointe Restaurant building has been offered to Charlton Park. Planning Commissioner Jeff Mackenzie, who also serves on the Barry County Parks and Recreation Commission, was asked if Charlton Park would accept the building. Mackenzie replied. "We have not voted on this specif­ ically. but it is our unw ritten understanding that we won’t accept new buildings if we don’t have the funds to finish construction of them on the Chariton Park site." Kinney and Powers both said during the meeting they were willing to talk to any­ one interested in moving the building to preserve it, but that a decision would have to be made soon. Powers indi­ cated he hopes to begin con­ struction in January. Kinney also strongly told the board that the site plan of the Bay Pointe Inn met or exceeded the requirements of the zoning ordinance. He mentioned that "way more parking" was in the design than was required. No boats will be launched from the site. The docks will be for those who wish to come to the restaurant by boat. He also told the board that there was "no right to a view" in state law. "The hotel is a use allowed by right in the C-l zoning district, and hotels according to the county’s ordinances are structures of more than two stories. It was pointed out that the existing building is three stories high, two lev­ els plus an attic. Following the opening presentation by the appli­ cants, each of the members of the commission had a chance to bring up their con­ cerns. Commissioner Jan See Bay Pointe, pg. 11 In This Issue • CMS to present ‘Kilroy was Here’ • TK kids do good work for holidays • Caledonia board tables plan to crush concrete • Middleville Planning Commission takes up trash receptacles • Fairbanks Estates soon to have site plan review �Page 2/The Sun and News Mtddtevirte December 9. 2003 Christmas tour of one-room schools set The Christmas tour of the Gaines' one-room schools will be held between I and 4 p.m. Saturday. Dec. 13. The tour, sponsored by the Gaines Township Historical Society, is a fund-raising event to provide for mainte­ nance of the Society’s Detray School and other historical activities. Schools featured on the tour are Gannon (comer of Kalamazoo and 100th), Dodge (comer of Kalamazoo and 84th). Detray (comer of East Paris and 100th). and Red School (comer of 68th and Kalamazoo). The Red School is an addition to the tour this year. Gannon. Dodge and Red Schools have been converted to private homes and beautifully deco­ rated for the holidays. Anyone who has ever from the Studio Stylists > a? RETAIL GIFT PACKAGES tvith... Red ken, Sebastian O.EI Matrix Color High & Low l.lght.4 IVrmv Formal Styles Facials • Pedicures Nails Body Massage The Studio : .i * been curious about these homes can have that curiosi­ ty satisfied. A ticket for the entire tour is $6 per person or SI 1 per family. Tickets will be sold at the door of any of the schools. The society rec­ ommends that the tour begin at one of the homes and fin­ ish at Detray for free refresh­ ments. a bake sale, and a few crafts. Members of the Society have completed a Christmas Poinsetta Quilt that will fit a full-size bed. Tickets for the drawing may be purchased from any member prior to the tour or at any of the schools during the tour. The winning ticket will be select­ ed at 4:30 p.m. Tickets sell for $ I per ticket or six for $5. Visitors can also purchase their personal copy of the society's second annual cal­ endar which features 14 his­ toric homes of Gaines Township. The photo collec­ tion comes from the portfolio of Mary Crumback and com­ puter-enhanced by Ken Crumback. The calendars are also available at 68th Street GnII. Dutton General Store. Caledonia Elevate r. Gaines Township Hall, and Kregel B<x>k Store. (61*) 1’1 1272 Litc^ Drive-thru Christmas Lite Display 1 mile of lites and animated displays Tree lighting not deterred by wind The Village of Middleville celebrated its first tree lighting in Stagecoach Park on Dec. 1. The wind kept blowing out the candles but council president Lon Myers wel­ comed in the holiday season by switching on the lights on the tree under the Gazebo. Christmas drive plans under way at TK High Students at Thornapple Kellogg High School have fun every Christmas season while at the same time doing good. They spend the week before Christmas raising money for charity. This year’s Christmas drive will held Monday through Friday, Dec. 15-19. The student council, which sponsors this event hopes to raise more than the $5,000 collected last year. Christmas drive events include penny wars, raffle tickets and the senior/teacher sale. Local businesses donate prizes from pizza to gift cer­ tificates for which students purchase tickets. The penny wars inspire lots of competi­ tion between classes and the faculty and the senior/teacher sale brings in lots of money. Students will be able to place silent bids during aca­ demic center classes and dur­ ing lunch for seniors and teachers who have volun­ teered to take part in the sale. The high bidder gets to cos­ tume his “volunteer” for the annual parade on Friday, Dec. 19. The students and teachers who have the high­ est bids will be in a special sale during Academic Center Wednesday, Dec. 17, to increase the amount of money raised for charity this year. The week ends with the parade of gaily costumed characters in the morning and an assembly during which the raffle winners are announced and other fun will be had. This year’s funds will be donated to Love, Inc., the Barry County United Way, and the Green Gables Haven domestic violence shelter. moVIE OUTPOJT VIDEO SUPERSTORE Open November 21st - January 3rd Tuesday - Sunday 6-10 p.m. Cost: $8.00 per van/car. Located at Fifth Third Ballpark, Home of the Grand Rapids Whitecaps 131 North exit 91 Tickets available at Smith-Diamond Realty 8980 N. Rodgers Dr.. Caledonia *891 -2222 Edward Jones 9185 Cherry Valiev Ave. SE, Suite E. Caledonia • 891-1173 Glen Valley Retail Center M-37 891-9303 Open Weekdays 10 am to 11 pm & midnight on Fri. & Sat. RENT IT YOUR WAY! 1, 3, or 5 Nights All New Movies �The Sun and News. Middleville. December 9. 2003/ Page 3 Family intact after fire destroys ‘things as clothing and everyday items. Abigail is in a girl's size 12. Brittany wears a size 6x7 and little Gianna wears 18month clothing. Frain and Horan are both quite tall, which presents a bit of a problem with donated cloth­ ing. but Frain is try ing to keep her sense of humor through everything. When a woman (all of five foot) offered to donate some size 12 woman’s clothes to Frain. who’s nearly six foot tall, laughed. "Well. I could wear them as capri’s." by Cathy Rueter Staff Writer Eric Horan and Heather Frain may have lost all of their wordly belongings to a fire last week, but they are thankful they still have what’s most important — their three girls. Abigail. 9. Brittany. 6. and Gianna. 14 months and each other. "it’s tough, but every­ body’s OK." said Frain in a phone interview last Friday. "Everything else can be replaced." The couple are especially aware of how lucky they all were to escape harm becuse the fire, on Timpson Road in Alto, seems to have been electrical in nature and origiWhat seems to be an electrical fire gutted the rented, doublewide mobile home of Eric Horan and Heather Frain and their three children. At left; Eric Horan and Heather Frain are just glad that every­ one in their family was still awake when a fire broke out in their home. "Eric first saw the fire coming out from under (Abigail s) bed," said Frain. "What we lost were material things. Things can be replaced." The 28“ Annual American Legion Christmas Parade is scheduled for Saturday, Dec. 13 The parade will start at 11:00 am with the line up starting between 10:00 & 10:30 at the Caledonia Resource Center The public is welcome to join in the parade with floats or ground participation. Anyone interested in being in the parade call Bill Neil at 616-262-6635 ^ONTEMPO nated in the basement right under Abigail's room. The rented doublewide was on a basement foundation. "Eric first saw the fire coming out from under her bed." said Frain. The family was in pajamas for the night but had not gone to bed. "It was good timing." she stated in irony. "Everybody was still awake. What we lost were all material things. You can replace things." The family, new to the Caledonia/Alto area since last June (from Grand Rapids), are a bit surprised by the generosity already being shown them. "I’ve never seen this before in my life." said Frain of the donations and help they have received thus far. "It was pretty scary. You just don’t think of that hap­ pening to you." The couple, who did not have renters’ insurance, are staying in a local motel for a few nights but are already looking for another place to live in the Caledonia School District. Their two older girls attend Kettle Lake Elementary. Though donations have already been pouring in. the couple still needs of some items. They lost all of their Christmas presents, as well MILLER MEANS Middleville & Gun Lake Area Office 317 Arlington. Middleville. MI Need a Christmas Idea? A Membership at Caledonia Sportsmans Club — Individual or Family — ( all (616) 8911168 Miller REAL ESTATE l-arry A Herding < ks Amoc Broker A Man. Kav Stolsonburg GRI.CRS, Assoc Broker & Sale-. Manager............................ 795-7272 Karen Brown-Solmes SOLD! Hastings Office 149 W. State Street, Hastings, Ml (269)945-5182 (269)795-3305 Debbie Erway Frain is a size 10-12 tall and Horan wears a size 36 waist, 34-length pant, and extra large shirt. 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December 9, 2003 CHS PAC stage fixed earlier than expected by Cathy Rueter Staff Writer The Sun and News a few weeks ago reported that per­ formances on the Caledonia High School Performing Arts Center stage were pro­ hibited until further notice, but quick repairs have read­ ied the facility faster than expected. The stage earlier this fall failed a state inspection due to a broken lift and subse­ quent shifting of the stage. Early in the new year was the anticipated time schedule for fixing the stage so when word was received that Christmas concerts were being scheduled in the PAC. there was some confusion. The lift has been fixed and approved by the state inspectors and is ready to go.' said Tom Kaechele. CHS Performing Arts Director. "Our first perform­ ance was (Thursday. Dec. 4). Emmons Lake had their concert here.' Kaechele said he appreci­ ates the administration and Gary Delgar. director of aux­ iliary services, 'for helping us resolve the problem. And I thank everyone for their patience. The safety of our students and staff was the most important." The Caledonia High School Players could not perform their fall play "Footloose.” for the original scheduled date, but they are still hard at work on rehears­ al. The musical is being LOCAL CHURCH DIRECTORY ALASKA BAPTIST CHURCH A Lit ing Church - Sennnn a Lu inn hard Morning Worship ....................... 9 30 a m. Fellowship Time......................... 10:35 a m. Sunday School ......................... 10 50 a m. Evening Praise .6 00 p.m. WEDNESDAY Family Night 6 00 p.m 7240 68th Street. SE - Caledonia 2 miles east of M-37 Pastor, Dr. Brian F. Harrison Youth Pastor Kevin Stiles C 0 M M U I I a place to belong I Y CHURCH a place to become (Contemporary, Casual, Non-denominational) Sunday Morning Worship 9 30 fc 1100 a m. 8175 Broadmoor, Caledonia Rev Mu hurl Stowell. lead Pastor Rev. David Moorhead. Assoc Pastor Joe Cipcic, Worship leader Denny Houma. Youth Pastor Church Office 6I6-89I-O287 Visit our web site www bnghtstde org CALEDONIA CHRISTIAN REFORMED CHURCH FIRST BAPTIST CHURCH OF MIDDLEVILLE M 57, north of Mukllcvilk- • 795-9726 Bruce V Stewart. Senior Pastor Tim A. Vine. Asurt. Pastor Youth Douglas Beason V is itat ion Pastor Gary Weaver. Musk Minister Pastor David Mrsart. t F ( hiidren s Pastor Sunday School. Sunday Morning Worship Service Sunday Evening Service Wednesday Mid-Week Prayer Word of Life Clubs 945am 11:00 a.m. 6:00p.m. 6:45p.m. 6:45p.m. 708 W. Main Street Morning Worship Service Sunday School Evening Worship Service 10:00 a.m. 11:15a.m. 6:00 p.m. YOU ARE INVITED Rev. Tom DeVries. Pastor - 795-9901 2415 McCann Rd. (1 mmj oh M-37 w Irving) .wiMr.ygmrffmriB 9:15 AM Mtxmng Prayer • 11 00 A.M. Holy Communion Wednesday 5<nii~t, ft 00 P.M Evening Prayer Rt Rev David T Hustwick • Rector Owe* 26* >96-2370 Rectory 26*9«-«327 http //www chactwek nei chjch/andwwmatt St Paul Lutheran Church Missouri Synod Comer of 84th St and Kraft in Caledonia 1 mile west of M-37 Traditional Service 8:30 AM Acoustic Praise & Worship Service 11.00 AM St Paul Lutheran Church Wednesday Mid-Week at the Oasis . 700 PM Sunday School * AduR Bible Study 945 AM All Semcet have a Nursery available * Barner Free Pastor Robert Gerke • Pastor David Ziehr Office Phone Middleville Good Shepherd Wesleyan Church Lutheran Church 908 W Main Street (Missouri Synod) Worship.......................................... 9:30 a.m. Sunday School.........................11:00 a.m. Adult Bible Class...................... 11.-00 a.m. /?«■ E Anthony Sikora Church: (616) 795-2391 GRACE UNITED REFORMED CHURCH • www.StPaulCaledorua.<>rq SS. CYRIL and METHODIUS CHURCH 159 131st Avenue Phone (269) 792-3543 Worship Times: Service Times: Saturday................... 4:00 p.m Sunday School....................................................... 9:45a.m. Sunday.......................9 30 a m. Morning Worship....................................... 1100 a m. Evening Worship.................................................. 6:00p.m.Weekdays: Youth Group:................................6:00 p.m. Sunday Wednesday.............. 7:30 p.m Midweek 7:00 p.m Wed. Thursday & Friday..... 9:30 a.m. 9:30 a.m. Thurs. 1664 N M-37 Highway Middleville. Ml 49333 • 945-1555 Located near the corner of M-37 and McCann Proclaiming the Whole Counsel of Cod Services at 9 30 a m and 6 p.m. 698-9660 9255 84th Street, Alto. Ml 49302 One mile east of Whitneyville Rd. A Church for today's world Currently meeting at: Spirit-filled family Church. Emmons lake Elementary 8950 Kraft SE, Caledonia Rev Dennis Ross Church: (616) 868-7425 CALEDONIA HOLY FAMILY CATHOLIC CHURCH 12200 West M-179 Highway (Chief Noondav Road) Wayland. Ml 49348 Meeting you, your friends, and your family right w here you re at Rev. Dave LeBlanc, Pastor Phone 891-9259 a Sunday School for ages 3 yr. thru 6th grade: Sr. High. Sun. 6:30 pm Jr. High. Sun. 6:30 pm GUN LAKE COMMUNITY CHURCH & PRESCHOOL Kraft Avenue at Johnson Street Saturday Evening Mass ... .5:00 p.m. Sunday Mass . .9:00 a.m. & 11:00 a.m 10 AM Sunday Morning 3449 - 76th St. S.E., Caledonia Rrv P Adams Phone 891-8440 OUM L.AKK COMMUNITY CHURCH Sunday Worship 900 im. or 10:30 Lin. Wednesday Worship 6 30 p.m. 269-/95-7903 ww> gunlakecommunity churvh.org (B ©lb {Eime jSletljolJiSt (Eljurcl) 5590 Whitneyville Ave., S.E. Alto, Ml 49302 Sun.. Dre. 14: Sermon Topk Symbols of Christinas: The Angd: "God's Intentions are Announced” 8 45 a m and 10:30 *_m Worship Services 10:30 a.tn Children’s Sunday School (Nursery Available Throughout) Rev Norman Kohns. Pastor (616) 891-4167 Church Offkv ftib-891-8W>9 Fax: 891 Hft-W • www cakdoaiaumc org 8146 68th St. near WhrtneyvBe Ave Church School. Sunday Praise Staging 9:45 a.m . 1030 a.m Morning Worship . I LOO a.m Weil Fellowship '30pm Pastor E.G. Fnzzeli Church Ph. 6I6FI68-6810 • Pastor s Ph. 616^97-6740 Middleville - Parmelee Middleville UMC is temporarily meeting at: 9266 Parmelee Road 9:30 a.m...................................... Sunday School 11:00 a.m....................................... Worship Hour Website: www.umcmiddleyle.ofg Rev. Royle Bailard, Pastor Phone 868S437 Church Office Phone 795-9266 Rev. Lee Zachman WAYFARER, COMMUNITY Lakeside New meeting at: Community Church Thornappte-Kellogg School Auditorium A Place for Funds A IncMi 6201 WTumevviUe Avenue. Aho Worship 10:80 a.m. CHRRtaTIAN Contemporary Worslup 9:30am Rev. Dr. Jack Doorlag. Interim Minuter Sunday School for All Ages 10:45 a m Nursery A. children's activities available Evening Worship 600p.m. For more information (616) 891-8119 Pastor Reger Buhman ‘ Church Office M8-0391 or w wwpcaccLhurih www lakeudccotunumry arg Located in Leighton Township Corner of 2nd Street and 142nd Avenue Sutkin Morning Ybrshp Sunday vhod for Al Ages FT Friends ftr-Sdaxi-Sth (Sept-Aprit CHURCH Finding the Way Together! Community of Christ Leighton Church ALASKA CONGREGATION UNITED METHODIST CHURCHES Sunday SchooLI 0:00 am. Morning Worship... 11:00 a.m. Evening Worship...6:00 p.m. Wednesday Prayer Meeting...7:00 p.m. CALEDONIA UNITED METHODIST 250 A inc Street (M-37 to Emmons to Vine > Mass Mass Preaching the Living WordServing The Risen Lord Sunday Schcx>l ........................ 9:30 a m. Sunday Morning Worship . .10:30 a.m. (Jr. Church & Nursery available.) Sunday Worship............................ 9:30 a.m. and 6:00 p.m. (Child & Adult) (During the School Year) Church Office: (616)891-1512 M-37 at 100th St Mass Mass THORNAPPLE BIBLE CHURC I I "A Church with a caring hean for our communin' and the world" Rev. R. Scott Greenway, Pastor Jack Dejong, Pastor of Worship & Adult Ed. JoAnne DeRlaay, Youth Director Al Tienteyer, Community Calling I MIDDLEVILLE CHRISTIAN REFORMED rescheduled for early next year. Further information about the show can be obtained through the district website at www.caledonia.kl2.mi.us follow the prompts through the Caledonia High School building. 9:30 an. 11.00 xm foJO pm. RAY TOWNSEND. Pastor (616) 891^8028 wax w. lcightonchurch.org Redeemer Covenant Church —Lighting Up Uvn for God— Sunday Worship 9-30 am Christian Education Hour 11:00 am Pastor Rev. Josh Blunt Contact our Dutton office at (6/6) 65-65 WAY htch whitneyville Bible Church Check our web site: wayfarerec org 8546 Whrtneyviie Ave of 84th St • 891-8661 Meeting at Caledonia High School Pastor Paul M. Hillman touch Pastor 6951 Hanna Lake Avenue. Caledonu 61669MOOI .4 member dlht committed to our community. Sunday Worship ia at 10:00am In Caledonia Middle School s cafeteria. Everyone is welcome! “The Church where everybody is somebody . ...and Jesus is l^ord” Wednesday * Fanuh Night 5:45-8:00 pm ndeemertAservjitt An informal, contemporary church redeemeKOutnmadng '^kMs dMms Stndoy School Strday Momrtg Wonhp Meeting at chape* on WhdneyvBe Ave Sunday Evenng Wonhp Wed Midweek Prayer 4 Bbie Shxty 930am. 1030 a m .600pm 700 p m Rev Thoma Skiys. tar Bashor. Aeoc Pastor tec#* w’Treyvteofcieorg �The Sun and News. Mtddtevilte. December 9. 2003/ Page 5 Three Brothers Pizza Advent and Christmas events will open this month slated at community churches by Patricia Johns Staff Writer Caledonia Whitneyville Bible Church. 8546 Whitneyville, Ave., will hold a new build­ ing dedication on Sunday. Dec. 14. The event begins with an open house at 3 p.m. at the church w ith the dedi­ cation service at 4:30 p.m. Orangeville St. Francis Episcopal Church. 11850 West 9 Mile Road. Advent services held on Sundays Dec. 7 and 14. Service of Lessons and Carols on Sunday. Dec. 21. These services begin 9:30 a.m. Special Christmas Eve Service on Dec. 24 begins at 7 p.m. with special music followed by a service at The three Ordway brothers can’t wait for their new Three Brothers Pizza to open in Middleville Mike, Dave and Paul have always wanted to run a business together. Paul. Mike and David scratch. A variety of subs by Patricia Johns Ordway are excited that the will also be on the menu. The Staff Writer business is almost ready to menu will also include Three brothers. all Thornapple Kellogg High open. They are just waiting Italian dinners and appetiz­ School graduates, are work­ for the final approvals and ers. The brothers plan on satis­ ing to fulfill their dream of hope to start by mid­ fying local ice cream desires starting a business together, December. Paul says. “We wanted to by selling hard serve ice and along the way they got some help from the start a business together so cream year round and adding Downtown Development when we saw the property soft serve in the warmer went up for sale, we looked months. Authority. TK students will feel right Help came from the DDA at and agreed it would be a with architects and helping great place for a pizza and at home with the orange and them create a facade for their ice cream business. We real­ black decor. “We decided to business which worked with ly wanted to do something in celebrate our support of the plans for the downtown area the community were we community and schools by decorating the interior with and the M-37 corridor. Their grew up.” Mike agrees, saying. the school colors. The new Three Brothers Pizza building eventually will help “Middleville is a great town Thomapple Kellogg schools tie in the M-37 corridor to and has a very good school have a great tradition, sup­ system. When we were kids porting students in both aca­ the downtown core. 25 years ago we delivered demic and athletic achieve­ papers to many of the resi­ ments. We want to be part of dents who were always sup­ that support.” Paul says, “We will be portive and kind. We hope to be able to give back to the looking for a few hard work­ community a little of the ing students to be part of our support shown to us. We team. Anyone interested in used to deliver your paper, applying can call any of the now we want to deliver your Three Brothers at 795-5150. Dave says, “Check the pizza!” Three Brothers will be Sun & News for advertise­ Call 945-9554 for offering hand tossed and ments and coupons once we deep dish pizzas made from are open for our hours.” more information. 7:30 p.m. The Sun and News and Reminder will print a list of upcoming events on a space available basis during December The deadline for listing events is the Thursday before the Tuesday publication date. For example, a story in the December 16 Sun and News must be received at the office by 2 p.m. on Thursday. Dec. 11. Information can be mailed to Patricia Johns. 1351 N. M43 Highway. Hastings. Mi. 49058. Please include a telephone number and the name of a contact person. Material can be faxed to 269-945-5192. Please write "Attention Patricia Johns” on the cover sheet and if sending more than one sheet be sure that the name and telephone number of the church is included on each page of the fax. Information can also be e-mailed to jadnews^voyager.net. Please be sure to include “for Patricia Johns” on the subject line, information about events will not be taken over the telephone. Churches can also take advantage of paid advertis­ ing for their events by call­ ing 269-945-9554 and ask ing to be passed on to the proper advertising represen­ tative. La Leche League to meet Thursday of meetings Thursday morn­ ings in and around Barry County. including Vermontville. Clarksville and the Yankee Springs area. There essentially are four topics, with one being pre­ sented each month. This month’s topic will be "Weaning and Nutrition." All women who are breastfeeding or are pregnant and interested in breastfeed­ ing are welcome to attend the The La Leche League will meet at 10 a.m. Thursday. Dec. 11, at 1546 Payne Lake Road, Yankee Springs Township. LaLeche League is a non­ sectarian. non-profit organi­ zation that encourages women to breastfeed their babies and offers them sup­ port and information. The name LaLeche means "the milk" in Spanish. The group holds a series meetings. Babies and tod­ dlers also are welcome The group also has a lending library with topics on preg­ nancy. childbirth, child development and nutrition For directions to the meet­ ing, call (269) 795-7021. For more information about I .a Leche League and its meet­ ings or for help with breast­ feeding. call Kathy Othiner at (517) 726-1264. GET All THE NEWS OF BARRY COUNTY! Subscribe to the Hastings Banner. 8666 W/ut/ieyot/fe (float/, Jl/to, . tfic/uyim 6/6-^7-866/ Dear Friends, Christmas Visitation Alaska Baptist Church Student Ministries would like to invite you to entertain angels this Christmas Dec. 15-20th Imagine your child's eyes lighting up when two angels come to their house to tell them the story of Christmas! For more information or to schedule a FREE visit, call the church at 698-8104, Mon.-Fri. 9:00 AM - 3:00 PM It is our pleasure to extend this personal invitation to you in the hope that you will attend our dedication service on December 14. We will bey in with an often house at 3:00 p.m., which will he followed by our Dedication Service at 4:30 p.m. We hope you will enjoy the displays set up in several rooms to show the ministries of our church. Literature will be available to describe how you can fellowship with us in these ministries. The first service in our new building is the Dedication Service. We believe that we must give God the building and dedicate our use of it entirely to Him. He is first in our hearts. At this time, we shall also dedicate a grand piano and chancel furniture hand crafted by one of our members. It will be a great pleasure to have you come and share this day with us. Sincerely, Thomas L. Sluys, Pastor �Page 6/The Sun and News, Middleville. December 9. 2003 CMS to present * Kilroy was Here’ The community is invited to attend the World War II musical, Kilroy was Here" at the Caledonia Middle School auditorium, scheduled for Dec. 12 and 13 at 7 p.m. Tim Kelly, the play is set in a Brooklyn USO. (United Service Organization) club in 1942. during World War II. Enemy agents have infil­ trated the USO club and gov­ ernment agents enlist the help of a civilian "Donut Dolly" to uncover the spies. "Kilroy Was Here" is an actual cartoon character." explained Ten Elshof. "It was doodled all over Europe to show support and build morale of U.S. soldiers." Key players are USO The community is invited to the Caledonia Middle School auditorium Friday and Saturday, Dec. 12 and 13. as the CMS students present the World War 11-era musical; "Kilroy Was Here." Both shows are scheduled for 7 p.m. each evening. According to CMS Music Director Nancy Ten Elshof. you can "Jump back in time to the swing era with the musical production of ‘Kilroy Was Here’’" Taken from the lxx>k by Athlete of the week Caledonia Varsity Wrestling Caledonia's Tyler Bowden is one of many wrestlers off to a good start so far this year for the Fighting Scot varsity team. Bowden is one of eight Scots with a 6-1 record already this season, after just two days of wrestling. The 4695 Middleville Rd. Lynn Denton M-37, Middleville, Ml Agency 1-800443-5253 111 N. Main St Nashville, Ml 517-852-2005 MAKING YOUR FUTURE MORE PREDICTABLE flB FARM BUREAU B.■ INSURANCE KI • BURCAU MMfRAL r >UW BURCAU MUTUAL M677101 * ft j FARM BURCAU Director Ruth Taylor, played by Josie Isaac, her assistant, Angie Wilberforth. played by Sarah Ewing, and Private Kilroy, played by Matthew Mitchell. The audience also will meet several other characters indicative of the era. includ­ ing a trio of "Rosie the Riveters." Many of the cos­ tumes are authentic World War II Army uniforms loaned to the students by teacher Melissa Buck, whose husband collects WWI1 arti­ facts. The cast of more than 40 CMS students will bring back the nostalgia of the swing era with songs and dance like "Jitterbug Saturday Night." "Slap that Jukebox" and "Well Meet Again." The "Don’t Say No to the USO" finale includes a patriotic tribute to the U.S. military. This week’s production marks the sixth annual per­ formance directed by teach­ ers Mick Vaughn and Nancy Ten Elshof. Tickets, which are $4 for adults and $3 for students, can be purchased in advance at the school store or at the door. For more information about the upcoming play, call Caledonia Middle School at 616-891-8649. FARM The Music Department of Caledonia United Methodist Church will be presenting its annual Christmas Concert & 4S: Sunday Evening. Dec. 14 • 6 p.m. $ Many of the costumes in the upcoming CMS production of "Kilroy was Here" are authentic World War uniforms loaned to the students by teacher Mehssa Buck, whose husband collects WWII artifacts. Movie Outpost sharing a bit of Christmas spirit by Cathy Rueter Staff Writer The Movie Outpost is mak­ ing sure a few local families have a nicer Christmas this year than they would normal­ ly have. Customers are invited to choose a name from their “angel tree” and purchase something for the person list­ ed on the back. The families that have been chosen are local and include children through senior citizens. Their needs are listed on the back of the paper angels. Customers receive a coupon for a free rental when they return the selected gifts to the store. All donations must be returned to Movie Outpost in the Glen Valley Retail Plaza by Dec. 15. Santa Claus will be stop­ ping by the store for a visit Monday, Dec. 15, to hand out the presents to the selected families. For more information about this and other events The Movie Outpost is inviting the community to help sponsored by Movie Outpost, several local families have a nicer Christmas by partici­ call 616-891-9303. pating in their “angel tree" project. w SOME VACATIONS ARE JUST MORE FUN THAN OTHERS. Now’s a great time to take the best of all vacations a 3.4 or 7 day Carnival 'Fun Si Ship” cruise vacation to The Bahamas, the Caribbean or the Mexican Riviera. Tke tkeme of tke concert in Symko/* of Clnttnuf. Cyntkia Bristol. Music Director at tke ckurek. is featuring music witk traditional titles, eack containing a particular ( kristmas symkol. Sk< kas researcked tke background of tkese various (. kristmas symkols as to tkeir importance in eelekrating tke kirtk i and lift of tke C krist Ckild. Narration will kigkligkt tke significance of eack symkol. * Musical groups participating in tke concert are tke C kaneel Ckoir. Youtk Ckoir. Handkell Ckoir and Instrumental Lnsemkle. z\rea musicians will ke joining tkese groups to enkanee tke keauty of tke musical selection*. Aboard ship, youH enjoy fun activities, fabu­ lous meals, the complete Nautica Spa- pro­ gram. Lavish Vegas-style shows, a friendly casino and all the pampering service Camrval is famous for. At each sunny destination. there are beaches. water sports, sightseeing opportunities and duty-free shopping Carnival offers more fun, sun and vanety than any land vacation And it’s all yours for one low. all-indusrve price. 1b book your “Fun Ship” cruise vacation, call us today. $/|J| A 7NIGHTSmJ449 f! 1 ke ckurek extends a welcome to resident*, friends and family in tke area to attend tke performance. Tke ekurck is located at 250 Vine Street wkere Rev. Norman Kokns is pastor. OBSITOBS -— —- • Mt . Premier Travel & Cruise ^==^5. "* SAIL DATE n06Brooamoo» Coteefooo M 49316 jkss: H Carnival The Most Popular Cruise bne tn the �The Sun and News. Middleville. December 9. 2003/ Page 7 Caledonia library to have book sale The Friends of the Caledonia Library will hold the winter book sale from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. Saturday. Dec. 13. This is a book sale, and grocery bags, whether filled with one book or to the brim, cost $2. Specialty soaps will be on sale as well. These orders must be prepaid and will be delivered to the library within a week. The friends group will receive a portion of the proceeds. Librarian Jane Heiss reminds all adults that the “Let It Snow" reading club has begun. The “Let It Snow Reading Club for Adults.” now in its 13th year, provides the opportunity to recognize avid readers and to celebrate read­ ing as a life-long activity. Any registered adult who reads 10 books by March 31 will receive a commemora­ tive mug or tote bag. Anyone who takes the 'reading chal­ lenge” and reads five addi­ tional books in different cate­ gories will be entered to win a “getaway” to a choice of 49 destinations With their registration materials, participants also receive a packet full of read­ ing suggestion lists in a vari­ ety of categories. The Let It Snow Reading Club for Adults is sponsored by the Kent District Library Alliance of Friends. For more information about the book sale or Let It Snow Reading Club for Adults, call the Caledonia Library at 616-647-3840. Molis-Arndt Bobbie Langkamp, Buster the Mascot and Marion Daugherty welcome everyone to their new store, “Gifts Tony and Mary Molis of Caledonia are pleased to announce the engagement of their son. Timothy Jon Molis. to Rita Lynn Arndt. She is the daughter of Alan and Christine Arndt of Saline. Michigan. Tim is a 1992 graduate of Caledonia High School and Rita is a 1996 graduate of Saline High School. They met while attending Michigan State University and currently reside in Tampa. Florida. The two will be married this December in Cozumel. Mexico. of Joy ” Two local friends open Gifts of Joy by Patricia Johns Staff Writer Bobbie Langkamp and Marion Dougherty love Middleville and they really enjoy inviting customers into their shop. Gifts of Joy. at 121 East Main St. Langkamp had painted fur­ niture. made stained glass creations and done other crafts for many years but she hadn't thought about doing it full time until she was laid off from her job at Bosch. Dougherty is still working, but she has a talent for creat­ ing fun and personal gift bas­ kets. The two friends also love to shop and wanted just the right kind of store for Middleville with a variety of affordable gifts that would still be fun. The two have transformed the former pottery shop and studio into a place that even the hardest to please shopper will find themselves walking out with a gift in hand. Dougherty can create gift baskets to meet the needs of any shopper. They have John Deere and Coca-Cola col­ lectibles but are willing to make really personal baskets. “We can create a basket for the most difficult person on your list," Langkamp says. They take the drudgery out of shopping so that customers can just enjoy giving. They have a unique line of huckleberry lotions, orna­ ments. frames, candles, can­ dies and fun gifts. The store is open from 11 a.m. until 7 p.m. Monday through Friday and from 9 a.m. until 5 p.m.. on Saturdays through Christmas. For more information, call 795-9199 or toll free at 866795-9203. Preschool screening program scheduled Caledonia Community Schools will be conducting a preschool screening of speech, small or large motor skills, socialization, learning and/or growth of aged chil­ dren ages 2 1/2 to 4 from 9 a.m. and 3:30 p.m. Friday. Jan. 23 The purpose of the screen­ ings are to identify those who may benefit from early edu­ cational intervention. Caledonia school distirct res- idents who would like to schedule a screening appoint­ ment or who have questions about whether their children should be screened should call 891-0219. There is no fee for this service. f f() L Main (it. 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Vj •loral Shop 269-795-0239 Phone: 269-795-7674 Additional Christmas Hours: Tuesdays & Fridays until 8 :00 p m Sundays 1-4 �Page 8/The Sun and News, Middleville, December 9. 2003 TK kids do good work for holidays This is the season for doing good and students in the Thomapple Kellogg schools are not exceptions to the rule. The “Kids and Coins" project continues until Tuesday. Dec. 16. More than $1,600 has been raised through donations of coins or the purchase of special treats once lunch is eaten in most of the lunch rooms. To encourage the students. Phil Ogle and his dog Tucker came by to talk about Leader Dogs for the Blind. The donations from Thomapple Kellogg will be added to donations from other school children from across the state. Ogle says he thinks that over the past two years Michigan students have raised more than $20,000 one penny and nickel at a time. This is enough to send one leader dog to school with a person who needs an assis­ tance dog. At McFall, classes are bringing in non-perishable items for local church food pantries. (There is a wee bit of competition and math graphing going on, too.) Plhil Ogle tells Lee students how to treat a leader dog during his visit to the school with a retired leader dog. Tucker. At the middle school stu­ dents are raising money for the Children’s Miracle Network and DeVos Children’s Hospital by sell­ ing Caring Hands for $1 and Cheer for Children mega­ phones for $5. Middle school students also have other opportunities to raise money Call for classified ads Phone 269-945-9554 24 Hours a Day -7 Days a Week Gentle Family. Dentistry Chrisimiher A. Tomezyk DPS. Aae/niim N£w Patients Office Hours: Mon-Fri by appointment Emergency Patients Welcome General Dentistry, Oral Surgery, Root Canals We participate with Delta. BlueCrossBlueShield, Healthy Kids, and Mi Child | $ 269-945-5656 1127 W'e’.sr State Street. Hastings MI L L* CiLL until Dec 18. The goal is to raise $3,000. Advisor Christy Wierenga says the middle school has been the top money raiser over the past two years. TK SCHOOL LUNCH MENUS Thornapple Kellogg School Lunch Menu Wednesday. Dec. 10 Breaded pork patty, dinner roll, hamburger on a bun. mashed potatoes, pears, milk. Thursday. Dec. 11 Two tacos in soft shells, w/lcttuce and cheese or chicken on a bun. peas, peach cup, milk. Friday, Dec. 12 Stuffed crust pizza, fish sticks, baked beans, fresh apple, milk. Monday, Dec. 15 Chicken nuggets w/savory rice or cheeseburger on a bun, com, apple crisp, milk. Tuesday , Dec. 16 Taco salad w/com chips, or Rib B Q on a bun, sea­ soned green beans, peaches, milk. DesignWear Screen Printing 8 & Embroidery Hours: 9 am - 5 pm EXTENDED HOURS OVER HOLIDAYS <5REAT The members of the Thomapple Kellogg High School chapter of the National Honor Society are holding a new toy drive through Dec. 17. New unwrapped toys can be dropped off in the high school office. Tucker greets children at Lee to encourage them as they raise funds for Leader Dogs for the Blind through the Kids and Coins campaign. Buy a bit of nostalgia The new Vintage Village Pieces, the Brog gas station and convenience store, are now on sale at Pharmacy Care, Thornapple Floral and Shear Pleasure This piece is sure to awaken some memories of those old enough to walk down from school for candy. The pieces are $15 a piece. The sale of the Vintage Village buildings benefits the Village Players of Middleville scholarship fund. CAVIN CHEVROLET • BUICK • PONTIAC AUTO BODY Christmas ideas • Custom School or Business orders Varsity Jackets Available Still time to place custom Christmas orders. Gift Certificates Avaifaffe 118 W. Main Street. Middleville Ml we meet by accident. Your full service auto body repair shop. HOURS: MONDAY - FRIDAY 8:00 • 5 00 Ph- 269-795-9220 • Toll Free 877-DESIGNO Bob Potts - Body Shop Manager Fax- 269-795-9244 M-57 North of Middleville. Across from Middle Villa • 795-331 a �The Sun and News. Middleville. December 9. 2003/ Page 9 Eirst marking period: Honor Roll announced for Page Elementary Thornapple Kellogg Fourth grade Kayla Adgate, Dillon Anderson . Lauren Bailey. Jacob Bartlett. Emily Bauer. Dilan Beausoleil, Emmie Beckering, Shannon Benedict. Andrew Berg. Neil Bergsma. Quinn Bergstrom. Mackenzie Borrink. Trenton Bosworth, Aaron Bouchard. Josh Bremer. Jake Brower. Gabriella Bruinsma. Dustin Brummel, Kaitie Buning. Allison Carmean. Austin Christensen. Cody Clouse. Zachary Comeau. Amy Coon. Kirsten Curtis, Garrett Dammen. Bryce Davis. Chiannc Debri. Jessica DeGroot. Seth DeHaan. Ben Delger. Alec Dickerson. Nate Eaton. Cassee Edwards. Russell Ellinger. Emily Ellsworth. Bradley England. Chris Evans. Ally Finkbeiner. Emily Foote. Caden Francisco. Mac Gaikema. Michael Garrison, Lindsay Genther. Brandon Glover, Kendall Goosen, Nichoal Gordon, Josh Groendykc, Haley Gwinn. Kristian Hager. Justin Hair, Greg Hamilton, Shannon Hamilton. Erin Hermenitt. Kim Hodges, Shannon Hooper. Shane Hovinga, Elizabeth Hurtado. Audrey Ironside. Reanna Irwin, Nate Iveson, Andrea Jackson, Isabelle Jansma. Kaylee Johnson. Kim Johnson. Chase Judkins. Ryan Kermeen. Drew Kiel. Austin Koehl. Marissa Kurr. Gerald LaBay. Kristian Ladousier. Erin Leach. Kaleb Leonard. Graham Lince. Paige Martin. Lauren Mass. Mason Mathis. Holden Meyering. Abigail Muste. Ben Myers. Tylor Newman. Samantha Nieder. Carl Olsen. Jordyn Pascucci. Jacob Piotrowski. Zack Pitman. John Poholski. Elizabeth Polmanteer. Marina Quick. Brittany Quint, Amanda Reed. Stephanie Reeves. Nate Reinke. Samantha Replogle. Trevor Richards. Tina Rinvelt. Diamond Royal. Anna Schilz, Jillian Schnicke. Zach Schnicke. Kelsie Schultz. Sarah Scobey. Nate Seifert. Anisa Shaw. Morgan Shawtell, Larry Sheldon. Adam Sinclair. Erik Smendik. Kenneth Stahl. Colin Tedrow, Shelby Tedrow, Kegan Thomas. Matthew Thomas. Jordan Timm. Jacob VanKuiken. 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Toys for Tots campaign all-inclusive in Caledonia by Cathy Rueter Staff Writer Alomost everyone in the the Caledonia school district is participating in the WZZM 13 “Toys for Tots School Spirit Challenge.” Not just the high school. Not just the middle school. All six schools are partici­ pating in the challenge with drop locations located at each school, as well as the Community Education building. New unwrapped toys can be donated at any one of these sights through Dec.11. According to Rebekah Hall, a junior at CHS, "last year Caledonia Community Schools were able to (col­ lect) 916 toys and placed fifth out of 60 area schools." Hal) also mentioned that to encourage student partici­ pation at the high school level. Bernie Pleva, manager of Campau Comer Convenience Store, on Whitneyville Ave. and 68th Street, is donating $40 worth of free gas for a prize draw­ ing at the high school. When CHS students bring in a toy. they will receive a coupon for a free fountain drink at Campau Comer and get their name put in a drawing for the gasoline. "The community is wel­ come to drop off any dona­ tions in the CHS office or other schools,” said Hall. "No other school, that I’m aware of. is (collecting donations) as a district." The CHS students are hoping to beat the fiftth place standing from last year with even more toys donated this year. Quality Family Eye Care Since 1929 Bard Bloom, O.D. Scott Bloom, O.D. OPTOMETRISTS 2 Locations Hastings 1510 N. Broadway 945-2192 Wayland 216 N. Main 792-0515 MOST INSURANCE ACCEPTED �Page 10/The Sun and News, Middleville. December 9. 2003 TK choirs have busy December schedule Members of the Thomapple Kellogg High School choirs have been spending hours practicing for a holiday season full of performances. They performed at the Senior Citizens Banquet on Friday. Dec. 5. 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Enjoy a touch of country w ith room toplay $173,900 (MLS#4M2805) Paul Davis 291 -0063 �The Sun and News. Mtddtevilte. December 9, 2003/ Page 11 Bay Pointe, continued from pg. 1 Me Keough did not attend the meeting because of a conflict of interest. Commissioner Jim Alden and some of his colleagues said they are concerned about the loss of trees on the site, others on the innovative storm water retention system which is an underground sys­ tem with filters and others with fire protection. One concern was that no provision was made for park­ ing for trucks or recreational vehicles on the site. Kinney told the board the hotel was too far from major truck routes and insisted this would be an upscale facility. "This is not a Motel 6. There will be no prostitutes on the sidewalk," be said. Powers added that the hotel was going to be promoted to families and to couples for weekend getaways. He believes that this proj­ ect could not be better for the community. In addition to the jobs and economic bene­ fits the facility represents, it will provide needed quality resort accommodations and relaxed gourmet dining for the Gun l,ake area." Powers says. County Planning and Zoning Director Jim McManus explained that some approvals would only come after the board had approved the site plan. This includes the Michigan Department of Environmental Quality. The health department has approved the use of the site's existing well for now. If needed the developers may have to add an additional well. The property is served by sanitary sewer. The underground system for storm water retention was Saving on home insurance is “No Problem.'’ New Bay Pointe owner Mike Powers on right is being interviewed following the site plan review. discussed, including whether it would filter not only the cigarette butts and candy wrappers from the parking area, but also the petroleum products like gas and oil. which would be washed off in ? storm. The are two filters and special "pillows" for captur­ ing oil and gas. These will be cleaned periodically. All water entering the lake even in a heavy downpour would have gone through the filters first. The system has been designed to meet the require­ ments. Mackenzie was concerned about whether the engineers had calculated the runoff properly. Because this is lakefront property the parking is in the rear facing Marsh Road.. Lighting for the parking area will be designed not to spill out into neighbors’ yards. Alden discussed at length the need to preserve some of the mature trees, especially those more than 200 years old. He also asked Powers to preserve as many trees as possible. You don’t need a | undrcds of thousands <JH^. of families are saving Fortune money with Auto-Owners Insurance for their home and to begin investing with Edward Jones mobile home protection. Stop Securing your financial future should not <'ompromise your current financial situation. 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[hiring construction, exca­ vated soil will be removed from the site and additional erosion controls will be installed. Concerns about increased traffic were expressed, but since the new restaurant will seat only 100 and there is no banquet facility, traffic should be less than feared. Powers said that he expects about one-third of his business will come from local residents with the rest from attracting vacationers. It will be a year-round facili­ ty. He said that he expects that 70 percent of his busi­ ness will come between May and September. One neighbor from across the street expressed disap­ pointment in the loss of his view and he worries the value of his property will decrease. After public input, the board discussed the site plan at length, touching on every­ thing from the height of the front canopy to relations with neighbors, including an easement for access to neigh boring properties, to where the pool chemicals would be stored. The board voted unani­ mously (with McKeough absent) to approve the site plan with the understanding that McManus would follow up and make sure all the agencies which need to review the plan submit their approvals before construc­ tions can begin. The only stipulation was that McManus and the health department rev »ew the site to see if it is a vulnerable site in relation to the lake If it is, the developers will have to provide a plan to control haz­ ardous chemicals from reaching the lake It is not declared a vulnerable site, the developers will only have to provide a maintenance schedule for the storm water retention system. The Powers family embarks on a new adventure as owners of the Bay Pointe Inn, Pictured from left are son Andrew, Mike, Patti and daughter Audrey. Detailed plans for a threestory 40-room Bay Pointe Inn and Restaurant with a swimming p<K’l were pre­ sented by Timothy Evert VandeZande of the Architectural Group Inc. of Grandville. The owner of the property was listed on the material filed with the Planning Commission as Bay Corp until December 1 when Powers was named as the owner. The main level of the inn will be 8.100 square feet, the second level 9,000 square feet and the third floor 8,750 square feet. The restaurant is separate from the inn con­ nected by a walkway. The entire pool, hotel and restau­ rant are considered to be one building. The plans include extensive drainage designs, 116 parking spaces, land­ scape plans and views of the proposed buildings. Once all approvals have been made. Powers hopes to begin construction in January with completion in • June. 8teensma Plumbing Repair service run daily for your convenience 795-7495 10% off labor for senior citizens. 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The Girl Scout troop 1336 troop came in second and the John Deere float came in third. This year's the United Methodist Women from the Middleville United Methodist Church moved their cookie walk to The Scoop. There were lots of hungry children convincing their mom to buy back the gaily decorated Christmas tree cooKies which she had brought for the sale. Proceeds from the cookie walk go toward the ongoing renovation of the church. by Patricia Johns Staff Writer Saturday, Dec. 6, was a great day for a holiday parade in Middleville. The high school band kept in step to seasonal music. Girl Scouts, Cub Scouts, and 4-H clubs had floats and, of course,Santa made his annu­ al stop to hear secret wishes. Second-graders in Linda Myers’ class were keeping a list for Santa. They listed all their names on their float so they could be sure that he wouldn’t miss any of them. The Middleville Clovers honored local service men and women with names on a tree and this float won first place. 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Thomapplc Kellogg High School now offers an "on line* spirit store The store can be accessed through the school district's web site — www.tk.lc 12.mi.us This student-driven web site is designed to sell TK merchandise that will support “Trojan Pride.” Proceeds from the store will be divided between the TK Athletic Boosters, who support the TK athletics pro­ gram and the TKHS Business Professionals of America. The BPA is raising funds to prepare and send students to compete in regional, state and national competitions. In an effort to provide real life training opportunities for students enrolled in the Business Management and Information Technology Department, the TK Spirit Store has been designed by students enrolled in the web­ site design course. Promotional materials, filling orders, and other procedural business matters involved in the operation of this web site will be completed by students enrolled in the business pro­ gram. For more information, contact the web site listed above or call the high school at 795-3394. Brighton Tietz didn’t have lots to say to Santa this year. He’s only three. Parade, continued from previous page Club had their first float in the parade they sponsor. Parade watchers had a opportunity to learn how involved in the Middleville community the Lions club is. The cookie walk held a big attraction for people before and after the parade. This year children were real­ ly attracted to cookies and the United Methodist Women sold them one at a time. The line for coffee was quite long at the Midtown Cafe as well. The hot coffee and the sunny day kept everyone smiling as they waited in the crisp air for the parade to begin. Bill Kenyon of the Lions Club remarked while waiting for Santa to arrive, “It’s a great day for a parade.” Santa’s wagon was filled with co-op preschool friends and the horses raised down the hill to the Christmas tree in Stagecoach Park where a long line of children waited. More holiday fun is sched­ uled in Middleville this month. The United Methodist Church will install its living nativity in time for the visit of the Holly Trolley on Monday. Dec. 22. I I I mith iamond I I SOUTH OFFICE I I 8980 N. RODGERS DR., CALEDONIA, Ml I I CALEDONIA - JUST LISTEDI This I home is nothing less than exquisite! It has sq. ft. finished above grade with an I 4500 expandable, daylight basement. Hus its I located on a 2-1/2 acre wooded, country I parcel and not part of an association. 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The concrete could be hauled away in fewer truck runs if broken up. Jousma was not informed of the proposed board action and was not present at the board meeting. The zoning enforcement officer, Ed Rusticus, asked to allow the crushing option for a short period, in an effort to secure removal of the con­ crete. The proposed crushing activity would have started this month and was to have been finished in three months. Where the concrete would be dumped was not clear Harrison initially support­ ed the idea in order to get the eyesore removed and sup­ ported giving Rusticus some negotiation leeway. He said he thought concrete would not be considered a haz­ ardous material. But the con­ crete was dumped near or in a creek near Kraft Lake, and could potentially contami­ nate the Thomapple River, some said. Trustee Wally Bujak. though pleased action was being taken on the matter of the piled concrete, said the plan was a violation of the township’s own ordinance against crushing, a process which is noisy and dusty, and may release contami­ nants from unknown sources encased in concrete formed long ago. He expressed con­ cern over setting a precedent to allow crushing in the township, even if the town­ ship has the authority to allow it. He suggested crushing may be governed by other state agencies, and may not be legally allowed at a local level. Because of proximity to the stream. Bujak wanted the Department of Environmental Quality and Kent County Road Commission to permit the operation and to assure soil erosion preventative meas­ ures were in place. He said at the least he thought a sort term special use request should have been considered. He said the way this was being handled, sur­ rounding neighbors were being given no opportunity to voice their opinions in a public forum. Harrison said he thought a short-term special use request was not appropriate because these are long term and are permanently allowed on the property. Concrete dumping is also banned in PMRs. Bujak said at least two PMR sites were being used for dumping or storing of broken concrete. He said toxic materials had been found at one site. Trustee Bill Bravata moved to authorize the enforcement officer to draft a proposal to allow the crush­ ing activity from December through February, during specified hours of the day. where storage of crushed material would be stored, and after all the relevant soil erosion permits from other agencies had been issued, and with a final inspection of the site at the close of the activity. Trustee Richard Robertson discussed the issues involved, including letting the ends justify the means, in order to rid the Without official Public Notice property of the debris, and reasoned toward opposing the proposal. He said the township would be 'allowing an activ­ ity to occur that is not per­ mitted under our zoning ordinance. I don't think there’s anything in our ordi­ nance that says if it’s tempo­ rary. we can do it. "My concern is that we are solving a violation by creat­ ing another violation, but because we’re the township, we can do it. "If we're going to let this property owner crush up his stored concrete, we then... have to agree to a similar remedy for other people who choose to crush up their con­ crete. rather than take it off the property the way they brought it onto the property, via a truck." He mentioned an obliga­ tion of informing the neigh­ bors, and the potential for contamination of the water. He said the concrete could be hauled out in trucks without crushing it. During public comment, resident Patricia Pennell, also representing the West Michigan Environmental Action Council, said she had asked the DEQ about regula­ tions for this activity on the stream. "There are at least three permitting issues that are probably required for this activity,” she said. She brought permitting documents from the DEQ. She mentioned health issues, fugitive dust from crushing. “We have no way of knowing what source this concrete was, or what com­ position was in it, she said. She warned against the precedent of permitting activities in areas that they are not zoned for. "I feel it's a poor choice when the stuff could be car­ ried out by a truck." She pre­ sented aerial photos show­ ing the location of the mate­ rial next to the creek. "There is a business that crushes concrete in Kentwood," with all the per­ mits, she said. "The stuff could be trucked up there and crushed." Bravata said, "We like to paint these people as crimi­ nals,... as environmentally harmful. We forget these folks milked cows for a long time." He reminded the cows in the fields "pooped, and a lot of that went into that stream. That’s the cleanest that stream has been in many... years. "Gordy's a friend of mine. He was a long time citizen in this township. He helped build this building." Bravata said Jousma had contributed a lot to the community, easi­ ly forgotten. "A part of this proposal is to make sure that all of these necessary permits are fol­ lowed. They may determine they can't crush the con­ crete." He pointed out this accu­ mulated over a long period of time under different stan­ dards. Robertson took exception to characterizing anyone as a criminal. He said it was not a personal issue, but a matter of responsible process, and of protecting the environ­ ment. Harrison said he thought concrete was defined as "clean fill." He stressed the township had no ability to circumvent state regulations and said Bravata's proposal included obtaining all the required permits. Bujak said it didn't make sense to crush the concrete w hen it had to be trucked to the recycling operation any­ way. Treasurer Jill Cardwell said there was no clear viola­ tion since the piles predated the ordinance, but would like to work this out and see the materials hauled away. Zylstra suggested a tem­ porary stay be placed on the signed agreement between the enforcement administra­ tor and the property owner. Harrison moved to table the matter, while investigat­ ing which permits were needed to progress toward a solution. In other action last Wednesday night: • The township board approved a new position for a fire department chaplain and to post the position for applications prior to hiring. Fire Chief Brian Bennett explained the fire fighters and citizens experiencing emergencies had requested this. He said in some instances, the department had used chaplains from other departments. The chaplain is to be on call for emergencies, and will be issued protective equipment. He/she will attend training and be paid at the rate of other firefighters on an on-call basis, out of the existing fire department budget. Bennett made the request and brought Jerry Gore to the meeting to be recommended for the position. Gore is moving from Middleville to Caledonia Township. It was noted that Gore may be well qualified, and may eventual­ ly be picked to fill the post, but the township must go through normal hiring chan­ nels. • The board passed a reso­ lution to extend the franchise agreement with Charter Communications through July 31, 2004. Fifty-eight communities are involved in negotiations for a new --------------------------- ---------------------------- published in your newspaper, this may be all the information you get Currently and historically, it is the responsibility of government to publish public and legal notices here in Michigan’s newspapers. Facts concerning court actions, government bids, zoning changes, tax increases, and legislative proposals are all published here. In fact, it’s the law serving your right to know; assuring that you are informed of events and important information affecting your life and community. Public Notices in Newspapers. Your Right to Know, Delivered Right to Your Door. arrangement. The number of parties involved make coor­ dination complex. • A request by Norlight Communications Inc. for a right of way telecommunica­ tions permit was approved with attorney review. Inclusion under the Metro Telecommunications Act was approved by the town­ ship in March of this year, which required the applica­ tion. Manager Dave Zylstra said a conversation with John Pestle of the Grand Rapids legal firm of Vamum. Ridden ng. Schmidt and Howlett indicated the application be reviewed, because other such leases have deleted some points, requiring amendment. This firm was hired by the town­ ship to negotiate with the cable TV provider, as a spe­ cialist in the area of telecom­ munications. Zylstra said if the applica­ tion was not reviewed, it was possible the township could lose some of the funds com­ ing from the Metro Act. Harrison supported attor­ ney review of the terms of the right of way applications before leasing space on the towers in the township. Robertson questioned if the revenue received would cover the attorney costs if each application required such a review. Over the years, the revenues received have gone from about $2.5<M) to about $12,(XX) for 2004. Cardwell suggested a tem­ plate contract be drafted by the attorney so the township could follow the same proce­ dure for lease applications the future. The board approved the application following the review. Zylstra was author­ ized to work with the appli­ cant and the attorneys to assure all points were addressed to cover township concerns. • The township approved resolutions to establish new water and sewer ordinances, as well as establish rates and charges. This carries out part of the water transfer agreement. The two sewer systems of the township, Campau/Kettie and M-37 will be treated as one township system. Fees and charges may vary some­ what for different parts of the service area, with direct and indirect connection fees. The township water sys- Continued on page 22 THORNAPPLE AREA ENRICHMENT FOUNDATION Our Hometown Charitable Organization MISSION: To enrich and enhance the quality of life in the Thornapple Area by acting as a leader and catalyst in the evolving needs of the community. For scholarship and charitable gift information, please write to: P.O. Box 164 Middleville. Michigan 49333-0164 tktaef«@hotmail.com �The Sun and News. Middleville. December 9, 2003/ Page 15 Fairbanks Estates soon to have site plan review bv Ruth Zachar> Staff Writer The Caledonia Township Planning Commission last week determined changes requested on the Fairbanks Estates PUD be considered as “minor,” a definition allowing a vote on the details of the changes. The request for Fairbanks Estates, located off Alaska Avenue, was brought for revision to the plan approved earlier in April of this year. The definition of "minor changes" led to dis­ cussion of details of the changes. Planning consultant Dave Zylstra said that if approved, the request would be handled at the township board level. The board may revisit some issues debated by the Planning Commission when changes come for final approval. "We hope to have all agency approvals in place prior to going to the board." said Don DeGroot of Exxcl Engineering, who represent­ ed the project. Fairbanks Estates is a development in an area of rolling hills, ravines and wetlands, which was contro­ versial when it was first considered, because com­ missioners thought the soils were too fragile for the number of units planned there. 43 lots on 63.5 acres. Though the density was lamented by some commis­ sioners, it was pointed out that the master plan had allowed lots of 40,000 square feet in that area at the time, and though now raised to two acres for R-l dis­ tricts, the density probably would stand. Revisions were made to accommodate requests by the Michigan Department of Environmental Quality (MDEQ) in cooperation with the drain commissioner and the township engineer. The MDEQ asked that a larger area of wetlands be shown on the plan. Their permit has not yet been received. Computation of density of the project in earlier stages was determined on a lesser acreage of wetlands and streams. Unbuildable land is not to be included in the ratio, under the present ordinance. Whether that density ratio is still accurate, since the wetland area has increased, is not clear, as the new wetland acreage is pre­ sumed to be greater. DeGroot said he did not think non-buildable land was excluded in the previ­ ous ordinance under which the PUD was approved. The total acreage of the w etlands now identified was not spec­ ified. DeGroot suggested it was about five acres. The township engineer has given approval of the stormwater changes, as has the fire chief. The total stormwater management plan has not been approved and may require adjust­ ments. Chairman Archie Warner referred to a letter from the township engineer, Wilcox Associates, in November and to points raised by the Road Commission in anoth­ er letter over the detention plans. That letter suggested the detention capacity be increased to prevent direct discharge into the creek, reduce impact on the stream and on a county drainage area. A pipe will handle the emergency overflow. DeGroot said. DeGroot said the Kent County drain commissioner had asked for one central detention area rather than several small ones. He said the reasoning was for ease of maintenance, in case of default by the condo associ­ ation. the township could step in and maintain the detention area and assess the residents. One detention pond on neighboring property is planned. The neighbors pond is to be enlarged, and maintained by the PUD res­ idents of Fairbanks Estates. DeGroot said there would be a legal agreement and easement provided with the application for final approval. The DEQ changes were shown on a new plan over­ laid on the highlighted pre­ vious plan. The access driveway was realigned with Alaska and moved to accommodate a wider area of wetlands and stream bed than originally identified by the developer. The DEQ asked that the road cross the stream at a narrower area to minimize impact to the wet­ lands. The changes included a shifting of Anchorage Drive, and of one of the lots and its placement on the plan, and allowing a private drive of a greater slope, from 6 to 8 percent, which was thought to be unsafe for both residents and for other CHARTER TOWNSHIP OF CALEDONIA KENT COUNTY, MICHIGAN NOTICE 2003 December Board of Review December 9th. 2003. & 900 am Caledonia Township.Village Hatt THIS MEETING IS FOR THE PURPOSE OF CORRECTING A CLERICAL ERROR OR MUTUAL MISTAKE OF FACT RELA­ TIVE TO THE CORRECT ASSESSMENT OR HOMESTEAD EXEMPTION FIGURE THE AUTHORITY FOR THE CORREC­ TION OF ERRORS. IS STATED IN THE GENERAL PROPER TY TAX LAWS OF THE STATE OF MICHIGAN 211 53b. MSA 7.97(2) & 211.7ee(6) ARE AS FOLLOWS Assessor Laura Stob Dated November 24. 2003 Township Clerk: Patricia Snyder drivers on Alaska. DeGroot explained the drive slope would be only three degrees at Alaska. Commissioner Don Koopmans questioned the slope and asked for special maintenance terms in the PUD agreement to salt that section so residents would not "scoot down that hill." onto Alaska. Commissioner Walter Bujak pointed out some lots in this plan had a greater than 4:1 depth ratio as spec­ ified by the PUD ordinance. Zylstra said the commis­ sioners could choose to deviate from the ratio in a PUD. Zylstra said problem­ atic issues such as the lot depth ratio and the wetlands acreage and density compu­ tation could be raised later, at the site plan review at the board level. Enforcement of erosion problems during construc­ tion of the development as well as later on was seen as a critical matter. Changes discussed by the Planning Commission for consideration and a vote for recommendation for board approval did not take place, presumably because all agency approvals were not provided. In other business of the Township Planning Commission last week: • The commission approved a request for a special use made by Davenport University, planned for property west of Kraft Avenue south of 60th Street. The property has been rezoned for the purpose of establishing the campus, but a special use permit is also required for the use as a uni­ versity. Other exceptions are expected to be requested at the preliminary site plan, for buildings over 35 feet, taller than the ordinance normally allows. One build­ ing mentioned would be a gymnasium. • The commissioners approved a private street request. Stauffer’s Cove Court, which precedes a separate request for a nine unit Site Condo request for Stauffer's Cove, expected to be coming in the near future. The request involved a rezoning for the 37-acre par­ cel last summer and the pri­ vate road request was reviewed in November, with fine tuning asked for on var­ ious points. The earlier plan suggested eight lots would be planned. Ron VanSingel represent­ ed ow ner Larry Stauffer. He said the street would be paved at 24 feet wide, with a 66-foot nght of way A stan­ dard sized cul-de-sac is planned. Kent County Road Commission had approved the entrance off Duncan Lake Avenue. A private association agreement was prepared for road maintenance, drainage and utilities. He said the utilities would be installed in the 66-kxx nght of way Though this was not a site plan review, elevations were shown on the plan, and VanSingel brought a check list to address the unclari­ fied issues. The storm water management plan has not yet been approved, but will be ready by the time of the submission of the Site Condo request. • VanSingel also brought a proposal for Snow-berry Site Condominium, a 26acre parcel, where individ­ ual wells and septic systems are to serve the nine single family homes. The parcel to be developed, requested by James and Vickie Austhof. is located at 7089 Snow Ave. The request was rec­ ommended for approval by the Township Board. Van Singel explained site condo requests are approved at the state level, unlike plat approvals, which are han­ dled locally and require individual approvals by many local agencies. A site condo request includes a master deed, and a docu­ ment prepared by an engi­ neer. CALEDONIA TOWNSHIP NOTICE CALEDONIA TOWNSHIP BOARD December 3. 2003 Present: Harrison. Cardwell. Bra vat a. Bujak. and Stauffer Robertson arrived at 5 40 pm Absent: Snyder Also Present: Planner/Manager Zylstra. Utilities Administra­ tor Pierson. Deputy Clerk Palmer. Attorney Jim White and several citizens Supervisor Harrison called the regular Caledonia Township meeting to order at 7:03 p.m. Supervisor Harrison led the Pledge and Invocation. CdNSIDERATION OF THE AGENDA: Moved Cardwell, sec­ ond Harrison to add item 101 Alaska Hall rentals Ayes: All MOTION CARRIED. Harrison, second Bravata to move Fire Department Chaplain moved from consent agenda to item 10A Ayes: All. MOTION CAR­ RIED. PUBLIC COMMENT: None CONSENT AGENDA: Bujak removed November 19, 2003 minutes. Robertson removed approval to pay bills, Treasurer's report, and the Utilities report Ayes All MOTION CARRIED. Moved Harrison, second Bravata to approve the consent agenda as written Ayes All MOTION CARRIED. Bujak discussed the November 19, 2003 being held in the morning. He discussed his concerns with how the meeting was held. Cardwell commented on handing out the resolution at the meeting, and commented on Bujak’s concerns. Harrison also commented on Bujak s con­ cerns. He discussed how the Township cancels meetings that are not needed. He noted that after the meeting was canceled the need for the resolution to be done before December was dis­ covered. Robertson commented that the meeting wasn't posted on the website or on the cable channel. Moved Harrison, sec­ ond Bravata to approve the November 19, 2003 minutes. Ayes: All MOTION CARRIED. Robertson questioned expenses being paid from fund 860 and discrepancies in the Campau Kettle Fund. Cardwell explained fund 860 and will research both questions for explanations Moved Harrison, second Bravata to approve the approval to pay bills Ayes: All. MOTION CAR­ RIED. Robertson discussed the Treasurer’s report and the Utilities report. Moved Harrison, second Bravata to approve the Treasurer's report and the Utilities report. Ayes: All. MOTION CARRIED. INQUIRY OF CONFLICT OF INTEREST: None REPORT FROM BOARD OFFICERS AND STAFF: None REQUEST BY NORLIGHT COMMUNICATIONS INC. FOR “RIGHT-OF-WAY TELECOM­ MUNICATIONS PERMIT: Zylstra discussed the item Moved Harn son, second Bravata to approve a review of the submit­ ted nght of way permit by Vamum Rtddermg for content Ayes Al MOTION CARRIED Discussion was held Moved Bravata, second Harnson to approve the nght of way permit by Nortight Communications i the permit «s found to be wholly appropriate by Vamum Rtodermg Ayes: Hamson. Cardwell. Bravata. Bujak and Stauffer Nay Robertson MOTION CAR­ RIED FIRE DEPARTMENT CHAP­ LAIN : Bennett requested that the Board allow the hiring of Mr Jerry Gore tor the position of Fire Department Chaplain Bennett has had discussions with the Department and they feel the need for this position He dis­ cussed the position Discussion was held regarding the hinng of Mr. Gore without going through the policy manual Hamson requested that Bennett work with Zylstra to follow procedures Moved Cardwell. second Robertson to approve the posi­ tion of Fire Department Chaplain and the job description as stated in the packet Ayes All MOTION CARRIED. RESOLUTION TO APPROVE WATER ORDINANCE: Attorney Jim White explained the ordi­ nance. Moved Bravata. second Hamson to adopt an ordinance to administer, regulate and pro­ vide for use of the water system, installation of service connec­ tions. rates and charges for water services, cross connection control, and penalties for viola­ tion thereof in the Charter Township of Caledonia. County of Kent, Michigan Roll call vote Ayes All MOTION CARRIED. RESOLUTION TO APPROVE WATER RATE & FEES: Attorney White discussed the item Moved Bravata. second Bujak to adopt a resolution to set water supply rates and charges for the Township public water system Roll call vote. Ayes: All MOTION CARRIED. RESOLUTION TO APPROVE SEWER ORDINANCE: Attorney White explained the ordinance Moved Harrison, second Bravata to adopt an ordinance to regulate the use of public and private sewers and drains, private sewage disposal, the installation and connections of building sew­ ers, and the discharge of waters and wastes into the Caledonia public sewer system; to provide for the connection to and the fix­ ing and collection of rates and charges for the use of the sewer system and the allocation and use of revenues derived there­ from; and to provide penalties for ordinance violations Roll call vote Ayes: All MOTION CAR­ RIED RESOLUTION TO APPROVE SEWER RATES & FEES: Attorney White explained the resolution Moved Harrison, sec ond Stauffer to adopt a resolution to set sewer rates and charges for »he Township public sewer system Roll can vote Ayes: All MOTION CARRIED. RESOLUTION TO EXTEND FRANCHISE AGREEMENT WITH CHARTER COMMUNICA­ TIONS: Hamson discussed the item Moved Harrison, second Robertson to adopt a resolution to extend the franchise agree­ ment with Charter Communica­ tions Roil call vote Ayes All MOTION CARRIED. DISCUSSION OF REMOVAL OF STORED CONCRETE FROM PROPERTY LOCATED IN RR DISTRICT: Hamson explained the item The concrete is located near the Jousma/ DenHartigh PMR There has been an agreement that the con­ crete is to be removed dunng the winter months and have it crushed on site Bujak ques­ tioned where the concrete would be moved Bujak is pleased with the removal of the concrete. Bujak requested that legal coun­ sel review the enforcement plan, and rt legal counsel agrees with trits that the proper permits are obtained from the Road Commission and DEQ and a public hearing be held so the fleeted neighbors are allowed to speak about their concerns Robertsons discussed his concems Patnoa Pennell, a citizen and a member of the West Michigan Environmental Action Council, discussed permits and the concrete needing to be ear­ ned out by a truck She also dis cussed her concerns. Bravata discussed the issue Moved Bravata, second Hamson to authonze our enforcement officer to outline the terms of agreement including the timing in which the project should be complete, the hours of operation, where the pile of crushed concrete will be stored, and that all necessary permits are property hied and a final inspection with a signed release after the final inspection Moved Hamson. second Stauffer to table the item Ayes Hamson, Bravata. Bujak. Robertson and Stauffer Nay Cardwell MOTION CARRIED. ADJUSTMENT IN THE MANAGER/PLANNER'S COMPEN­ SATION TO CONFORM TO THE TOWNSHIPS' JOB EVALUA­ TION PLAN: Harnson discussed the item Cardwell discussed items of concern Bravata com­ mented Moved Robertson, sec­ ond Bujak to adjust compensa­ tion according to the JEP for the Manager/Planner and include this position with the annual cost of living increase. Ayes Harrison, Bujak, Robertson, and Stauffer Nay Cardwell, Bravata MOTION CARRIED. DISCUSSION REGARDING MEMBERSHIP & DUES FOR THE GRAND VALLEY METRO­ POLITAN COUNCIL FOR 2004: Harrison explained the item Ed Fischer questioned what the Metro Council has done for the Township Discussion was held. Moved Cardwell, second Bravata to not renew our membership tor 2004 Ayes Cardwell and Bravata Nay Harrison, Bujak, Robertson and Stauffer MOTION CARRIED. ALASKA HALL RENTALS: Cardwell questioned the end result of the Hall rentals and who is to remove the Little Lambs items and replace our tables for their party, and then return the building back to it’s original form Zylstra will handle this situation Harrison will be calling the 4 par ties to tell them they may pick tables from the Township Hall BOARD COMMENTS; Rob­ ertson discussed M DOT doing a traffic count and that Caledonia is now 4th in taxes rather than 3rd Harrison discussed 2 wet­ land violations There is an open­ ing on the ZBA as Dorothy Merriman has resigned He also discussed tax abatements He also discussed the airport master plan There will be a stoplight summit here Friday at 7 30 a m. Bravata thanked Ed Fischer for his many years of service as he is leaving the Public Safety Advisory Board The cemetery project is complete He also dts cussed the tax abatement Bujak commented on good steward ship regarding the land Cardwell thanked Ed Fischer for his time on both the ZBA and Fire Safety, and is glad that he is staying on the ZBA PUBLIC COMMENT (EX­ TENDED 5 MINUTES): None ADJOURNMENT: Moved Cardwell, second Harnson to adjourn Ayes All MOTION CARRIED. Patricia Snyder Caledonia Township Clerk o«772i» �Page 16/The Sun and News Middleville December 9 2003 Top point men return to the court for TK by Brett Bremer Sports Editor There is no question that there are some talented ball players on this season’s TK varsity boys’ basketball team The top two scorers are back from last year’s squad that had ten wins, and reached the district finals once again. Junior guard Jon Yeazel is back to run the show for the Trojans, at times being called upon to run the offense and at other times to be the offense. He’ll get plenty of help from 6’2 senior forward Brett Knight. Knight has some offensive skills in the post, and can step outside and knock dow n a shot when its needed. Yeazel averaged over 14 points per game a year ago. while Knight tossed in over 12. Senior Mark Rolison (6’2) and junior Trevor Manning (6'3) will be looking to help out down low. TK will have a tough time matching up with big teams, but hopefully their quickness can make up for the lack of height. Senior guard Chase VandenBerg returns to the back court with Yeazel, and senior forward Bobby Hebert will always leave everything he’s got out on the floor. Also looking to add some punch to the line-up are jun­ ior guards David Finkbeiner. Brandon Wilson, and for­ ward Cliff Tomson. “We have a strong team, but joining a different league makes it difficult to predict.” said Trojan coach Kurt Holzhueter. who’s been with the team for 15 years. At first thought it might seem nice not to have to worry about facing Calvin Christian this winter, but then there are Holland Christian. South Christian, and Wyoming Park to con­ tend with in the O-K Gold. The Trojans don't have much time to worry about predicting anything. The league season begins next Tuesday at Holland Christian, then TK will host Hastings a week from Friday as they prepare to head into the holiday break. The Trojans open the sea­ son tonight at Maple Valley, then will host old O-K Blue foe Hamilton on Friday. December 12. The 2003-04 Thomapple Kellogg varsity boys’ basketball team. Team members are (front from left) Brandon Wilson, Jake DeVries, Jon Yeazel, Bobby Hebert, Matt Palma, (back) coach Ken Fussman, Ryan Weesie, Dave Finkbeiner. Brett Knight. Trevor Manning, Cliff Tomson, Chase VandenBerg, Mark Rolison. and coach Kurt Holzhueter. (Missing from photo is coach Lance Laker.) Trojans set to bring their show to the Gold The TK varsity wrestling has won 14 conference titles in a row. Number 15 won’t come any easier than those did. but the Trojans have a good shot at it. Talented returning wrestlers fill the line-up this winter for coaches Tom Lehman and Scott Marvin. Josh Bowerman (135), a two time state placer, is back with the team after working through an injury a year ago. Kalani Garber (152), Andrew Reeder (171), and Mike McKeown (125) are all back after giving individual conference championship performances a year ago. Also looking to continue the strides they made in the line-up last season are Matt Potter (275), Dayne Fletke (152). Mike Gurski (119), Ryan Fletke (140). Brian Cuneo (145), and Tom Winwright (112). This group isn’t even one sixth of the list of wrestlers that the Trojans could send to the mat each match. Team depth continues to be one of the strengths of this Trojan dynasty. The program has 62 wrestlers suiting up this win­ ter. Lehman said that this team has no real weakness. “Team balance and good leadership should make this a strong team,” said Lehman. TK and Byron Center are looking to make a big splash as they crash into their new league, but Hastings won’t back down as they try to Continued next page CREEKSIDE GROWERS JUST OFF M-37 10197 GARBOW RD. MIDDLEVILLE 795-7674 INSURANCE FIRST 497 ARLINGTON MIDDLEVILLE 795-3302 STATE FARM INS. CO. LON LEFANTY AGENT 403 W. MAIN. MIDDLEVILLE 795-7925 or 248-0932 The 2003-04 Thornapple Kellogg varsity wrestling team. 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She coached the Trojan JV squad last year, and many of the sophomores from that team are now jun­ iors with her on the varsity. A good group of hitters along the front line will be trying to make things easy on the new coach The Trojans return junior Andrea Otto to an outside hitter position and senior Whitney Robertson Senior Katie Dorland could see time on the right side, or as an outside hitter, and classmate Stephanie Scott spend time on the right side as well. Senior Sarah Wolf is back at the middle hitter position, where she’ll be joined by sophomore Jessica Haska. Mallory Egolf, another senior, was the defensive specialist a year ago. and will move to setting this year after the Trojans lost their top two setters to graduation Nelson said that this is a “dedicated group that worked hard in the off sea­ son to prepare for this year." The Trojan ladies will see their first action at the Otsego Tournament this Saturday, then will be at Wyoming Park Saturday. December 20 begins League play January 8, with the Trojans’ home opener against Holland Christian. Nelson said she expects the Maroons to be one of the top groups in the O-K Gold, along with the ladies from South Christian We will be competitive in out new league." said Nelson. “Our goal is to play tough against the local rivals who are now in our new league." The Trojans will be look­ ing to keep ahead of the pace set by teams like Wayland. Caledonia, and Hastings. The 2003-04 Thomapple Kellogg varsity volleyball team Team members are (front from left) Katie Dorland. Mallory Egolf, Stephanie Scott, (middle) Natalie Hoag. Whitney Robertson. Sarah Wolf. Andrea Otto. Jessica Flaska, (back) Heather Westra, Michelle VanderMeer, Tiffany Tietz, Kristen Willemstein, Leeanne Lantinga, and coach Jaime Nelson. Continued from previous page defend their Gold title. It doesn’t mean a whole lot yet, but the Trojans got the best of the Saxons, and quite a few other teams, this Saturday when they won at Allegan The Trojans won with a team score of 290, ahead of Allegan’s 274.5, Lapeer West’s 260. and Hastings’ 240.5. Byron Center was 11 th with 125 team points. TK opened its season at home on Thursday with dual meet victories over West Ottawa and Martin, the sec­ ond ranked team in the state in Division 4. The Trojans topped West Ottawa 47-24, with Brett Tinker. Justin Lewis, McKeown. Mike Hooper. Ryan Fletke. Cuneo. Dayne Heike. Andrew Reeder and Eddie Landon all scoring victories. TK bested Martin 51-15, Lewis, was Tinker. Bowerman. McKeown, Fletke. Cuneo. Garber. I Eric Andrew Reeder. Reeder. Landon, andi Potter all earned wins. The Trojans will be at Rockford Thursday, then host the Jeff Lehman Memorial Tournament Saturday in Middleville. TK’s Nyhuis to ski for Caledonia squad Showing their Trojan spirit The 2003-04 Thornapple Kellogg varsity competitive cheer team. Team members are (front from left) Kodi Nicholson, Ashley Carmer, (middle) Wendy Truter, Amber Welton, Jezy Griffith, (back) Thom Dettmann, Annette Morwena Hope, coach Debi Wilson, Megan Karpinski, and Pete VandenToom. The 2003-04 Caledonia varsity ski team Team members are (front from left) Brittany Gibbion, Jessica Mariano, Lindsey Byle. (middle) Matt Karolionok, Kyle Rieth, Brian Bailey, David Juhlin, Adam Schutt, Allen DeVoll, (back) Adam Crandell, Drew VanderVeen, Dan Atkinson, Ben Schupp, Rich Tourtellotte, Andrew Ondersma, and coach Bryce Beckett. Richard J. Choryan, OD welcomes ■^t-EDONIA VISION CEN?^ Sara Davis, 0D to the practice of 1997 Dodge Ram 4x4 large box with high cap. Well maintained. $6,000. Callfrnie @269-945-9554 Caledonia Vision Center Have you checked your 9809 Cherry Vaiey(M37) Flex Spending Account Caledonia, Ml 49316 (616)891-2020 balance lately? Looking Ahead. Gift Certificates TK freshman Ben Nyhuis will be joining Caledonia for the 2003-04 ski season when ft begins after the holiday break. &. Stocking Staffers available! & Wyoming Family Vision Care 1391 36th Street SW Wyoming, Ml 49509 (616)538-5420 �Page 18/The Sun and News, Middleville. December 9. 2003 •I! Caledonia wrestling already off to 6-1 start by Brett Bremer Sports Editor Many talented wrestlers return to Caledonia’s var­ sity team for its first sea­ son in the new O-K Gold. State qualifier Frank D’Amico leads the list of returnees for the Scots, along with regional quali­ fiers Tyler Bowden and Jim Haisma. Ted McCoy, Caleb Moorhead, and Angel Castillo also return after having exceptional sea­ sons last year. All six of those wrestlers already are 6-1 on the season, for the 6-1 Scots. Caledonia opened the season Thursday by host­ ing West Catholic and Godwin, and picked up to wins. The Scots topped West Catholic 60-15. and bested Godwin 57-18. The Fighting Scots also had a strong performance Saturday at the Greenville Tournament, where they won four of five duals. Caledonia took a 67-18 win over Lake view, a 5819 win over Forest Hills The 2003-04 Caledonia varsity wrestling team. Team members are (front from left) coach Jim Maxim, Justin Maxim. Tyler Bowden, Zach House, Bryce VanderHeide. Tyler McCoy, Caleb Moorhead, Tyler Cook, coach Doug Cook, (middle) Nick Cramer, Angel Castillo, Steve Jousma, Justin Reiter, Frank D’Amico, Ted McCoy. Jim Haisma, Whit Wesenberg, John Goebel, Billy D’Amico, Stefanie Maxim, (back) coach Jacob Pilkinton, Ron VanderVeen, Travis Sutter, Brandon Grinage, Ryan Nedry, Nic VanDyke, Connor Dahlberg, Kyle Crawford, Drew Dykehouse, Bob Reed, coach Andy McFarlan. (Missing from photo is coach Dustin McFarlan.) Central, a 50-24 win over Edwardsburg, and a 42-28 win over Alma. The Scots’ only loss on the day came by way of the host Yellow Jackets. 58-15. The Scots’ also have two other wrestlers who are 6-1 on the season. Head coach Jim Maxim and coach Doug Cook It’s a family affair this winter at Caledonia, with two have always treated and father/son duos on the varsity wrestling squad. Sons helped members of past Justin Maxim (left) and Tyler Cook (right) are each 6-1 teams like they were their so far on the season under the tutelage of their fathers own children. This year they will continue to do the same, however, this year is somewhat unique as they actually have their own sons Tyler Cook and Justin Maxim on the team. Both Cook and Maxim believe this is just another way to continue the great relationship they’ve built with their sons hunting, fishing, camping, and the like. They must be paying attention on the mats, as they each have a 6-1 record so far this year as freshmen. Justin and Tyler are just a piece of a close knit and experienced freshmen class joining the program this year which includes Nick Cramer, Bryce VanderHeide, Tyler McCoy, Ryan Nedry. Ron VanderVeen. and Nick VanDyke. Bob Reed, Travis Sutter, and Kyle Crawford are also new additions to the team. Other top returnees include Zach House. Wit Wesenberg, John Goebel. Steve Jousma. Aaron Gillfranklin, Justin Reiter, and Nick Rauser. The Caledonia varsity will be back in action this Saturday at the Kent County Classic, hosted by Grand Rapids Central High School. Jim Maxim (left center) and Doug Cook. State Bank of Caledonia 627 E. Main, Caledonia 891-8113 Fresh Start Cafe 9866 Cherry Valley Caledonia 891-8275 Solid Impact KCC Fehsenfeld Fitness Caledonia s Newest Fitness Center Facility 2950 W. M-179 Hwy. 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A number of players return from last year’s team, and the coach said that depth could be a strength for this squad. Seniors Abe Mulvihill and Ryan Rogers, at 6’3 and 6’2 respectively return to for­ ward positions for the Scots. Junior Tyler Ybema and sophomore Thomas Spitziey return to spots in the Scots* back court. The OK Gold didn't get any easier with the addition of Holland Christian, who expects to be one of the favorites at the top of the conference along with Wyoming Park, and the defending state champions from South Christian. The Scots don’t have much size this season to help them in battles against the league’s top teams, senior centers Brad Swartz and Zach I^arson who are both 6’4 will try and do most of the dirty work down low. The incoming class didn’t help the Scots much in the size department. The top newcomers to the team are 6* I junior guard/forwards Kim Schievink and Kelan Donahue, and guard Rvan Stephan. Caledonia’s season starts with a big nonconference contest at East Kentwood Friday, then it’s right into conference play for the Scots w ith a trip to Wyoming Park next Tuesday. December 16. The Fighting Scots open the home season a week from Friday when they play host to the Byron Center Bulldogs in the final game before the holiday break. The 2003-04 Caledonia varsity boys' basketball team. Team members are (front from left) Ryan Stephan. Thomas Spitziey. Aaron Kleersnyder. Kim Schievink. Kelan Donahue. Mike Mesecar. (back) coach Jason Vander Woude. Tyler Ybema. Ryan Rogers. Mike Morgan. Abe Mulvihill, Zach Larson, Brad Swartz, and Bryan VanAuken. Bredeweg looking to give Scot volleyball a new start Caledonia may have found the coach who can turn things around for the varsity volleyball program. Toni Bredeweg. who has coached previously at Wayland and South Christian, is set to take over the reigns of the Fighting Scot program this winter. “I'm looking to a fresh start here at CHS.” said Bredeweg. “My main goal is to build pride, work ethic, dedication, and confidence in my kids. Hopefully, we’ll win some games along the way.*’ The Scots had a tough time in the Gold a year ago. finishing with a 2-6 record. Bredeweg said she expects the league to be tough once again at the top, with Wayland. South Christian, and possibly Byron Center as the top contenders for a league crown. That's where she wants to take this team eventually. “Caledonia has a lot of great athletes and I hope to help them realize their poten- Showing off Scot spirit The 2003-04 Caledonia varsity competitive cheer team. Team members are (front from left) Natasha Haight, Shannon Hilton, Kelsey Mokma, Shannon Lenartz, Jamie Basarabski, Kelly VanSickle, Malia DeBoer, Renee VanderMaas, Becca Pleva, Samantha Kendall, (middle) Katie Jonkhoff, Rachel Nemmers, Janay Senneker, Leslee Haisma, Kelsie Boverhof, Kaila Schweda, Shannon Pleva, Jessica Shelton, Heather Rogers, (back) coach Lindsay Stoetzel, Ashley Higgins, Samantha Michelfelder, Lauren Penfold, Savannah Bird, Kady Dingman, Aubree Phillips, Molly Monger, Heather Higgins, coach Nellie Schutte, and coach Sarah Jansma. Scot bowling starts rolling after holidays The first year of bowling as an official MHSAA sport is here, and the Scots are ready Head coach Steve Wiersum. is expecting some exciting things from the Scot boys’ and girls’ teams this winter. The ladies are led by jun­ iors Beth Yahne and Bntany Moore. Yahne has a 140 axerage, while Moore aver­ ages 127. The pair have been starters for the Caledonia squad since their freshmen season. Moore finished tenth in the “We hope to build on their strength.” said Wiersum. “We need our other three starters to continue to improve so we can move up to the next level.” The Scots finished third in their league a year ago, so there isn’t too much further to go up “If we can shore up our weaknesses, we have a shot at first this season,” said Wiersum. To reach the top of the league, the Scots will have to find a way To get past Wayland and East Kentwood in the Greater Grand Rapids High School Bowling Conference. The season starts for both the Caledonia boys’ and girls’ teams January 5. against Lowell at the Middle Villa. The Caledonia boys’ hopes arc quite as high as the girls', but that doesn’t mean they don’t have goals. “Each year we have improved,” said Wiersum. “We hope to continue that trend.” It’s still a young team. The lone senior is Jeremy Amante. who has a 168 aver­ age. Amante isn't alone as a returning starter however. Sophomores Chris Jamieson and Ryan Howe return to the team as well. Jamieson has a 153 average, and Howe 137. Freshman Nick Schwab will also be looking to offer some help to the team, w hich finished 2-6 in a last place tie with East Kentwood a year ago. The top competition in the boys’ league is expected to be between Wayland and Lowell. The 2003-04 Caledonia varsity volleyball team. Team members are (front from left) Tricia Miedema, Dani Breihof, Molly Conway, Katie Dean, Brooke Ziesemer, Kathy Patterson, (back) coach Sandy Braat, Kayla Wilson, Sylvia Radzikowski, Taryn Parker, Janine Wilson, Emily Desy, and coach Toni Bredeweg “I would say the biggest varsity assistant, and Sandy tial,” said Bredeweg. a former East Looking to help make a weakness is a program that Bell, player who smooth transition with the shows continuity,” said Kentwood new coach are junior Brooke Bredeweg. “These players recently graduated from col­ Ziesemer, and seniors Molly are searching for direction, lege after playing volleyball Conway, Janine Wilson, that is what I’m hoping to at Kent State University. The Scots open their sea­ Emily Desy, and Tricia provide them.” She’ll have help from a son Saturday at the Godwin Miedema who return from few other talented coaches Invitational. The Caledonia last season’s squad. Bredeweg also said she’s along the way. She has varsity will be at home for expecting some big things recruited Caledonia teacher, the first time January 8, from sophomore Kayla and former player at South when it hosts Wyoming Park Christian Sandy Braat as a in the conference opener. Wilson. After Christmas shopping stop in for... BIG O' BROASTER CHICKEN DELICIOUS - HOT & JUICY ALA' CARTE: MEALS: ’5.99 Breast & Wing Dinner Thigh & Drumstick Dinner ’4.99 ’4.99 Breast Thigh Drumstick 3 Wings 3 Potato Wedges *2.09 *1.89 99< *1.39 99 FAMILY PACKS: ’9.00 *13.00 *17.00 ’24.00 8 pC. (SERVES 2-3) *12 pC. (SERVES 3-4) 1 pt. Slaw .................... ...... ’2.99 Dine In or Take Out • Caledonia, mi m Market (616) 891 5555 • Restaurant (616) 891 5557 9740 Cherry Valley Road (M-37) �Page 20/The Sun and News. Mtddtevitte. December 9. 2003 TAPRC needs help to bring the real Little League to TK Just how long is the road to Williamsport. Pennsylvania the home of the Little League Baseball World Series? Baseball fans and players in the TK school district may get to find out one day as the T.A.P.R.C. has decided that its youth baseball and softball programs will become a part of Little League Baseball/Softball for the 2004 season. Little League Softball players and fans probably already know how long the road is to the Softball World Series, which is held in Kalamazoo each summer. Although people may have called it little league baseball, it wasn’t until now that the real thing has been offered in the area. "Little League Baseball is a Federal Incorporation granted under a Bill signed into law by President Lyndon B. Johnson on July 17, 1964, and amended December 24. 1974. to admit girls," says the league’s online website. “Action of the President and Congress places Little League Baseball in the same category as Red Cross, Boy Scouts. Boys Clubs of America and a select group of other agencies similarly chartered." Little Ixaguc is an interna­ tional organization dedicated to all facets and levels of baseball and softball. This union will expose local ball players to a wider range of competitive opportunities and experiences. The only way, however, for this program to succeed is to have the full support of the parents of our young ball players (ages 6 - 18). A meet­ ing regarding this affiliation will be held Thursday. December 11, at the TKHS cafeteria beginning at 7p.m. Anyone and everyone who is concerned for and about youth baseball and softball in the TK school district is wel­ come and encouraged to attend this informationai/organizational meeting. A minimum of four Little League board positions must be filled A.S.A.P. If you are interested in being a part of this exciting new opportuni­ ty. but are unavailable for the December meeting, or if you have any questions please call Mike Bremer at (269) 795-8853 for further details. Family Fun Nights at TK The Thornapple Area Parks and Recreation Commission (T.A.P.R.C.) will be sponsoring three Family Fun Nights this win­ ter beginning on Thursday, Dec 18. The TK pool will be avail­ able from 6-7 PM for open swim through Community Ed. for $1 per person. The high school gym will be open from 6:30 - 8 PM for volley­ ball. basketball, badminton, and general running, jump­ ing. and throwing. The TKHS cafeteria will accommodate board games, movie shorts/cartoons, as well as a Christmas craft area. The 6:30 - 8 session is only $1 per person with a $5 maximum per family. This is a golden opportuni­ ty for mom or dad to have a little “'Santa time, while the other gets a different kind of special quality Family Fun time. Future Family Fun Nights are scheduled for Jan. 15 and Feb. 19. 2004 and will have the same format as the Dec. 18 evening. Open Gym Evenings A reminder to all those involved and/or interested in open gym basketball and vol­ FOR SALE: 1995 FORD CARGO Cummins V-8 diesel, 26-ft. box. hydro lift tailgate, drop third wheel. Call Ernie at 269-945-9554 06674932 Open Gym evenings is still only $1 per person per evening. A bargain at twice the price! Additionally, be reminded that the T.A.P.R.C. is a United Way Member Agency. You can designate your gift to the T.A.P.R.C. when you complete your pledge form and make your annual donation to the Barry County United Way. Skaters remain undefeated The Lowell/Caledonia Red Arrows’ Varsity Hockey Team took charge of the ice during Friday's meeting with the West Ottawa Panther's outshooting them 40-21. The Red Arrows won with a score of 7-2. First period action started with a goal by right winger David Sweeney (assist Brand John) at 2:38. Before the Panthers could catch their breath. Ted McCoy sped the length of the ice and handily zipped the puck past goalie Chase Bleeker (at 3:21). The RedArrows closed the first period with a goal at 13:46 when Corey Kelly (John. Pat McMahon) slipped it between Bleeker’s feet. The punishing continued in the second period with goals by Kelly (McCoy, David Maylone) and Kyle Austin (John Truszkowski). David Maylone was looking at a shutout and the RedArrows’ forw ards were definitely keep­ ing the pressure on. The third period opened with the Panthers sneaking one in right away (:43). But. the RedArrows would have none of that and responded with two more goals by McCoy (McMahon, Kelly) Holly Trolley to visit Middleville Dec. 22 The Holly Trolley visit to Middleville will be from 6 to 8 p.m. Monday. Dec. 22. This year's visit is being made possible with the coop- leyball: both continue on Wednesday evenings - bas­ ketball at McFall 8 -10 and volleyball at TKMS 7 -9. Basketball will NOT be available on Wednesday. Dec. 17, due to an elementary gymnastics program. Basketball players are invited to test their volleyball skills that evening. Neither program will run Christmas Eve nor New Years Eve. both will resume January 7. 2004. The cost for eration of the Middleville United Methodist Church, local Boy Scout troop 105, UAW Local 1002, the Middleville Downtown Development Authority and many other volunteers. Tickets can be purchased that night in the Olde Downtown of Middleville at the Midtown Cafe where the boy scouts will be selling the tickets for $1 per person with a $5 cap per family. If the weather is blustery guests may also wait in the cafe. The trolley will be picking up on the south cor­ ner of Main and High streets by the Mill Pond Condo office then proceed through­ out the village. Besides viewing the lights, Shellie McQueen and other DDA volunteers hope weath- and Kelly (Aaron Benmark). The RedArrows kept the pressure up. but the Panthers were finally able to get their last word in at 14:08 with a goal by Steve Stidham. The RedArrows’ Michael Baron. Jay Ryan, and Kyle Austin, provided strong support while defensemen Holland. McCoy. Kelly, and Jon Christiansen controlled the front of the net along with netminder. David Maylone. Saturday night saw the Red Arrows across town at Kentwood Ice Arena facing the Hudonsville Eagles whom they had defeated previously. Certainly, the Eagles would not want a repeat. Unfortunately, this would not be the case as the Red Arrows took control early and pretty much kept it for the rest of the night, winning 5-1. McCoy (John) started things off with a nice little shot over the shoulder of er permitting to set out lumi­ naries out from the M-37 intersection to the Grand Rapids St. intersection. McQueen says, “We also encourage residents through­ out the village to decorate and/or set their own luminar­ ies out.” There will be entertain­ ment on the trolley provided by local residents. After the ride is over people will be dropped off at the north cor­ Basketball leagues for stu­ ner of Main and High Street. dents in third and fourth Then anyone with a ticket grades will return next month. may then go to the VFW hall Separate leagues will be on Main Street where their formed for boys and girls. ticket gets them more enter­ Students will practice one tainment, coffee, hot choco­ evening each week and play late and cookies. games on Saturdays. This Thomapple Kellogg community education program These names were left off stresses fun, participation and the first marking period hon- learning the skills of the game. Practice begins the week of orable mention (3.0-3.499) Thomapple Kellogg High Jan. 5. Games are scheduled School honor roil for the first from Jan. 17 through Feb. 21 marking period: freshman on Saturday mornings. Once the teams are formed, Ashley Lint and sophomore coaches will notify players of Heather Carmer. Eagle netminder David Mallekoote at 8:44. The competition remained strong for the rest of the first period, going into the second 1-0. McCoy (John) again held court with a nice little shot over the shoulder of Mallekoote. John (Sweeney, McMahon) added one more to the RedArrows’ plus column. Less then 30 seconds later, the Eagles responded with a goal of their own McCoy continued to rule the night by adding two more goals in the third period as he opened it up with a charge al 1:32 (assist Corey Kelly) and scaled the game with a comer shot at 15:36. Maylone held his own with 15 saves for the evening. Again, the RedArrow defense and offense showed the strong team work that has allowed them to remain unde­ feated so far. TK community ed basketball to start Correction: practice times and locations. Forms were sent home with students. The program is run by volunteer coaches and a coaches’ meeting is scheduled for 7 p.m. Thursday, Dec. 18, in the high school cafeteria. Forms whould be returned by Dec. 15. Space is limited and teams will be formed on a first-come, first-served basis. For more information, call Doug Thaler at 795-9909. The fee is $20, which includes a reversible jersey or $15 if a student already has a jersey and does not need another. AUTO LOANS Good Credit Bad Credit Bankruptcy Liens Etc... Short Job Time Repossession Slow Pay Collections Etc... You May Qualify for Better Financing Than You Think! Over 500 New & Pre-Owned Vehicles to Choose From at... WAYLAND CHEVROLET CALL NOW 1-800-713-3777 Ask for Frank Hayes All credit applications will be accepted regardless of your past credit history �The Sun and News, Middleville December 9. 2003/ Page 21 W My Opmion When shopping, make it home for the holidays The holiday shopping season got under way with a bang last Friday and there is optimism this will be the best retail season since the Sept. 11 attacks. There’s no question this is good news, as it appear our economy is beginning to show signs of perking up. However, before you throw the spouse and kids into the van. car. truck or SUV for a day­ long trip to a nearby metropolitan area, stop and think for a moment about your commitment to your community. Before you journey to fight crowds and traffic at malls and “big box superstores, give some thought to some items you might be able to buy in your own home­ town. Whenever you buy goods and services locally, you make an investment in where you live. Whenever you buy goods and services from a giant retailer, huge corporation or business that uses lots of slick marketing, you’re only lining the pockets of those faceless suits who real­ ly don’t care a whit about Hastings or Barry County. They don’t live in these parts and despite their misleading feel-good commercials about being in our neighborhood, they only want our money — that's the bottom line. To be sure, many of these goods and services cost a little more in the home town than in the mall or superstore. But too often when you buy from these commercial giants, they don’t know you or care about you once you're out the door. Your local merchant, because he or she usually might have to charge a little more for the Members of the product, will provide customers with something more than a promise, and that s service. If Middleville Clovers will what you buy isn’t right, the local merchants are likely to know you or be aware that you live have a bake sale to benefit nearby, so they usually will take great pains to make things right. CASA at the Hastings City Anyone can come up with anecdotal evidence of some local merchant not delivering on Bank, Middleville office on what was promised, but I’d be willing to bet customer satisfaction rates are a lot lower with M-37 from 9 a.m. until all the the big box and mall retailers. baked goods are gone Friday, There are some specialty items the local community doesn’t offer, so in that case you Dec. 12. might have to drive to Grand Rapids. Lansing. Battle Creek or Kalamazoo to get it. There will be cookies, cin­ Otherwise, you should try to give the local merchant a fair shot at some of your Christmas namon rolls, breads and spending money. It’s the least you can do for people who help sponsor community activities much more. and programs, serve on our boards and councils, people who we are likely to run into often, All the money raised will so they’re not likely to want us to be angry at them because of an unsatisfactory business go to CASA. deal. The 4-H group had a patri­ Getting new businesses and keeping the ones we have is really our responsibility. If we otic float in the Middleville don’t support the businesses we already have, they eventually won’t stay in business. And Christmas parade and some that makes it difficult to get new ones to replace them. of the members are busy with The best way to grow and maintain local retail stores is through regular support from the their knitting and crochet people who live here Remember, these are the people who are always contributing to com­ needles, making receiving munity activities and quality of life that are meaningful to us. their customers. blankets. This holiday season there are a lot of slick sales campaigns from the rich and hip, but I plan not to give in to all that hype and do as much shopping locally as I possibly can. It’s more than worth it for me to avoid the hassles and the congestion, and it’s more than worth it for me to spend my money on my friends and neighbors rather than on big business mas­ querading as our friends and neighbors. 1 hope you’ll join me in at least giving the local shopkeepers a fair chance during this hec­ tic holiday shopping season. They deserve our support whenever we can give it to them. — Fred Jacobs, vice president, J-Ad Graphics Middleville Clovers’ bake sale aids CASA TK library plans gift tree program The Thomapple Kellogg School and Community Library may have the right gift for the person who has everything, loves books but doesn’t have room on the shelves, or for those people who want to do good at this season. The library gift tree has returned. There are sugges­ tions of books for the non­ fiction collection for children in grades K through 8 Librarian Joanne Boyer also welcomes gifts from those who would like to pur­ chase adult or teen books for the library. Stop by the library, just across the lobby from the front doors to the high school and check out the tree. The library also has copies of a postcard pictorial history of the area for just $5. These books will give new resi­ dents and those who have lived here forever a touch of nostalgia. The library is working to preserve copies of the Middleville Sun newspapers more than 100 years old. Stop by and pick up a brochure explaining this project and how to help. Lori Buchanan has created a screen saver for $8 which could also make a holiday gift. Call the library at 7955434 for more information. 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Pnme a the Pnme Rate as putiahed m lhe Wall Street Journal, tod may vay. Bepnrwig on JUy5,2004, vanabie APR lor the fine a as low as the prime rate (cuneriy 4.00% APR as of 1V5/03). No iramin rate, with i maximum APR of 25%. Anwvmafeeof F5 w« be chargee on lhe anrwvecsary date of lhe loan. $250 pre-payment penalty wi be assessed if dosed rathn the first three years. "Apprawai may oe required rt the stale equafczed value (^V) canl be used to detemwte fw vahe of »te home. �Page 22/The Sun and News, Middleville. December 9. 2003 Middleville Planning Commission takes up trash receptacles Hunger at the holidays by Patricia Johns Staff Writer During the past several weeks I have been taking photographs of groups and individuals doing good dur­ ing this holiday season. These efforts continue with children at McFall bringing in non perishable food items, the American Legion collecting toys. local churches and organizations working to make sure that local families have a happy Christmas and that there are presents under the tree. Thomappic Kellogg stu­ dents will soon be in the midst of penny wars and an auction to raise funds for local organization. The middle school will soon be awash in paper hands as stu­ dents work to raise their goal of $3000 for the Children’s Miracle Network and DeVos Children's Hospital. It is no secret that local food banks receive 80 per­ cent of their yearly dona­ tions in the weeks between Thanksgiving and Christmas. It is also no secret that hunger knows no season and that even in the summer hungry families have lined up for food each week this year. Last year I wrote in this column that when I was a child was the recipient of the largesse of strangers. Looking back on that year, it was undoubtedly harder for my mother than it was for her 5 children. You know we probably didn’t think that we were really poor. We never went hungry. We ate a lot of oat­ meal and stewed pears and we never had box cereals but we weren’t “hungry.” There was always “just enough food" but never too much. I think all the chil­ dren in my family did develop territorial attitudes toward food. We all ate as quickly as possible and never left the table until we were done (because some­ one else would clean our plates while we were gone.) Irately J have been talk­ ing to others who because of illness, accident, a lost job and hard times have had to rely on friends, churches and the government to get by. Some know first hand the relief when a friend, anonymously drops off toi­ let paper, tissues, tooth­ paste. laundry detergent and shampoo on the porch. Food stamps don’t cover those items. This year when my fami­ ly has contributed to food drives we have donated laundry detergent, canned com and rice. I try to donate those foods I would buy for my own family. I don’t want any family to get a can of pimentos (like mine did so many years ago) instead of tuna or noodles or soup. Just before Thanksgiving I wrote in this column that Sharon and Don Haney and their children were hosting a community Thanksgiving dinner in Sharon s restau­ rant. Annalaines. More than 65 people took advantage of that generosity. The Haneys feel that it was a wonderful event. Let giving be a family affair for you. Let your chil­ dren pick out the non-per­ ishable items for food bas­ kets. Perhaps let them give a toy to an Angel Tree or family being helped. This year give generously to those causes that are impor­ tant to you. This is one time when giving repays in fond memories and not regrets. introducing... Ed's New Complete Auto & Truck Glass Service! 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Jan. 6. by Patricia Johns Staff Writer The Marketplace develop­ ment is moving along apace, but placement of trash recep­ tacles brought architects back on Dec. 2 to ask to have the site plan modified. One trash receptacle was installed incorrectly and get­ ting trucks to the receptacle was causing some problems. The members of the site plan committee reviewed the plans and gave some sugges­ tions on placement. Some parking spaces on the back of the south wing of the building will be removed, which will make it easier for trucks to get to the recepta­ cles. The other issue which was discussed at length was the need for a redesign of the outflow pipe of the water retention pond. For some reason water is spilling out of the pond onto a neighbors property and the goal is to keep w ater on site. The architects will bring a new design to the village engineer to review to correct this problem. It was noted that Planning Commissioner David Newman has been appointed to a position on the Village Council and will have to leave the commission. He encouraged the group to work on the master plan, which is overdue, even if it means hiring an outside con­ sultant. TK bands and choirs plan holiday concert Continued from page 14 tern has meters at all resi­ dences using water, but the The Thomapple Kellogg customers are charged a flat High School bands and rate, with an additional fee choirs will hold their annual for use over the basic rate. Holiday Concert this Sunday Eventually when the water afternoon, Dec. 14. in the TK system is more uniformly connected over the township, auditorium. The afternoon begins at 2 charges will be made accord­ p.m. with the TK choirs. ing to metered use. Some residents occasion­ Both the concert choir and the honors choir will per­ ally ask for large quantities of water, such as to fill pools form. The TK bands will take the or ice skating rink from fire stage at 4 p.m. The concert hydrants. An application is band opens the program with made from the utility depart­ selections such as "A ment. A fee is charged, $50 Cartoon Christmas.’’ and "A based on the first 10,000 gal­ Rockin' Christmas." The TK lons and $2 per 1000 gallons Symphonic Band will present over that. This is reduced "A Fresh Aire Christmas," a from a previous rate. Residents in outlying areas medley of tunes arranged in the style of the neo-classic may use this service by hir­ a tanker/hauler, which ing group Mannheim will fill from a hydrant on the Steamroller. Senior Alto Saxophonist water system and deliver the Whitney Robertson and water to the site. The fire vocalists Alaina Haselden department does not provide and Jessica Julius will be fea this service. The ordinances will be tured in Irving Berlin’s “White Christmas,” which summarized for publication remains the best selling by Attorney James White. The full versions will be Christmas single of all time. The TK Band and Choir available to the public upon Boosters will have a recep­ request. • The regular township tion between concerts in the board meeting was canceled cafeteria. Admission is free. Nov. 19 due to lack of busi­ ness. A special meeting was held early in the morning on the same date to approve the winter special assessment roll to allow sending the tax bills out on time, considered to be a housekeeping matter. Bujak voiced an opinion that canceled meetings should be posted not only on the outside building bulletin board, but on the web site and on the cable channel, usually arranged, but not this time. He also requested that special meetings be held in the evenings in the meeting room, and not in the town­ ship offices so residents could attend. Cardwell pointed out the meeting lasted only about one minute. She said no resi­ dents were present, but she had checked, intending to invite any of the public into the meeting. Harrison later announced an impromptu meeting for discussion of a proposed M37/KXhh Street signal at 7:30 a m. Friday, Dec. 6. Village, county and township offi­ cials were invited to attend, with the gathering open to the public. �The Sun and News. Mtddtevtlte. December 9. 2003/ Page 23 Household Business Services DISCONTINUED AND CLOSE OUT FLOORING ALL IN STOCK: carpet from 69<; ceramic hie from 69c; vinyl from 69c Famous Flooring, (616)891-9000. HOUSE CLEANING SERV­ ICE AVAILABLE: experi­ enced, call for appointment. Shellv, (616)893-0716 or Vai (269)795-9797. For Rent Antiques APARTMENT IN CALE­ DONIA: lovely setting over­ looking county park, with playground, picnic area, pretty lake for swimming, Lawn & Garden fishing, canoeing, 2 bed­ CRAFTSMAN LAWN room, $570 includes heat. MOWER: power edger, Cats $10-no dogs. (616)8911840 weed eater. 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The Lee PTO funded this year’s skating experience which includes a trip to skate at the Fun Spot in Kentwood. All elementary students in the Thorn apple Kellogg schools had an opportuni­ ty to visit Santa's Secret Shop sponsored by the PTO. Students also received a coupon toward their purchases. Here Sebastian Karp has an armful of presents for his family. Parent volunteer John Shepard gives Alyssa Berg a little help getting her skates on during gym at Lee Elementary Lee El students go skating 4S4. miles AWD Call 945-9554 anytime to place your Sun & News ACTION-Ad & reach over 11,000 area homes! First you start with duck marching and soon all the Lee second and third graders can skate forward and backward, sculling and stopping. � https://barrycountyhistoryportal.org/files/original/25/713/SunandNews_2003-12-16.pdf 0b2607568902eb54bc4a6775c90b704c PDF Text Text HASTINGS PUBLIC LIBRARY 121S CHURCH SI --W ih *** ? and Ne _________________ . . Your Hometown Newspaper Serving Middleville and Caledonia Areas No. 51/December 16, 2003 132nd year Published by J-Ad Graphics. Inc. Caledonia Twp. manager-planner gets pay raise by Ruth Zachary Staff Writer The Caledonia Township Board Dec. 3 approved a pay increase for PlannerManager Dave Zylstra. The raise reflects recent changes in the township job evaluation plan with cost of living adjustments. The new evaluation sys­ tem would bring the manager/planncr position into the points evaluation scale of other township employees, so the contract with Zylstra as manager/planner was amended. The motion was made by Trustee Richard Robertson and seconded by Trustee Wally Bujak. Treasurer Jill Cardwell spoke in opposition to the raise, though she said her opinion had nothing to do with Zylstra on a personal level. She said the informa­ tion came to the board too late for consideration. She also said the contract being considered was not included in the board's information packet. She said the Michigan Township Association’s salary data base indicated only two managers in county municipalities. Plainfield and Cascade, above the salary of Caledonia’s manag­ er. "Of those two. their popu­ lations. and parcel counts are two to three times higher than ours, and their SEVs are at least double of what ours are." She said most professional level employees have an option of either a contract with an agreed salary or they to go to the other basis of the JEP and the regular increas­ es. and Zylstra has a con­ tract. Without the contract there to look at. it was not possible to evaluate the com­ parison. Cardwell said. Supervisor Bryan Harrison pointed out the other positions included in the survey were the only townships which have a manager. The other commu­ nities (cities and villages) that have a manager pay con­ siderably more, he said. "These communities also have planners or a team of planners while we have one position which includes both." "You're going to alter the He said the amendment existing contract?" Trustee would harmonize the manag efs cost of living and the JEP Bill Bravata asked. Harrison affirmed the with the same methods alteration would be made to applied to other employees. "He is already at the top both the compensation and the cost of living. The cur­ year of the old JEP. and this rent contract has a 3 percent will simply reflect the new standard adjustment to the top level of the JEP." "The JEP is now escalat­ JEP. tied to COLA raises, he ing at a different rate than his explained. current contract?" Bravata Zylstra explained there had been an initial period asked. "Why wouldn't we which set out the amounts just abandon the contract?" that would be paid. The con­ tract set out the terms and the conditions for an open-ended period. Bravata asked if the end of that contract had been reached. Harrison said three years had been fulfilled. He explained that under the old JEP. the board had decided it was not a good policy to set specific time increments as a basis for increases, which brought staff up to top level after a given number of years. Instead of incorporat­ ing this into the manager's contract, a 3 percent increase per year initially was set. "The board has since amended the JEP." he said. M-DOT requested a traf­ fic study and Township Supervisor Bryan Harrison asked one of the developers to show what the develop­ ment would produce on that comer. Audy said. M-DOT would like to close the section of Kinsey south of 100th Street, but that also would require a lot of procedural details. Many Village Council members support this idea. Audy said costs for a traf­ fic signal were estimated at between $50,000 and $75,000. Intersection improvements may cost much more, up to a half mil­ lion dollars, if they include shoulders, turn lanes, drainage capacity and a push button option on the signal so rail trail users could cross the intersection are all included. The town­ ship has allocated a fund to apply to the improvements. Audy reported that a number of people attended, and he was impressed with the well focused dialogue He thought planning the improvements might begin in the summer of next year, and w ork could be started in 2005. Harrison said this pro­ vides safeguards on both sides, "the purpose of having a contract." Two township profession­ als work under contract, and some are hired as consultant firms which charge for serv­ ices. some by contract, and some by the hour. Bravata said he supported giving Zylstra his COLA, See pay raise, pg. 15 Bay Pointe building to be moved Caledonia Village intends to aid 100th Street plans by Ruth Zachary Staff Writer The Caledonia Village Council reviewed a commu­ nity meeting from Friday morning. Dec. 5. called by Caledonia Township, which included several parties to discuss 100th M-37 inter­ section improvements. Trustee Chuck Audy said this special meeting was called to anticipate addi­ tional traffic effects on the comer, coming from the Garden Grove develop­ ment. and possibly a devel­ opment in the village off Kinsey and 100th Street. The gathering included Wilcox Engmeenng. the Kent County Road Commission, the Michigan Department of Transportation, and town­ ship and village officials, a representative from the Thomapple Rail-Trail. Glen Stiles Jr.. State Senator Ken Sikkema and developers, among others. Audy said the discussion included future plans by the MDOT and centered around a traffic signal light and turn lanes. He said his impres­ sion was these improve­ ments were possible. "For matters of pay. we have." Harrison said. "For other matters, we haven't." He said this was typical of other managerial contracts. "To be frank about it, super­ intendents and managers have wheels on their lug­ gage. You get a new admin­ istration. and they prefer to work with a "new profes­ sional. and not the previous person, a condition usually not true of other office staff. Village Trustee Nick Unger has been involved in the issue for more than three years, and said he helped in gathering petition signa­ tures. He said 900 support­ ive residents signed, and petitions were presented to M-DOT. He said the pres­ ent blinking signal light was put up soon after, and he supports the life saving ben­ efit of a full signal at the comer. A left turn lane in the area of M-37 also is being considered for toe area near the commercial area of the village for 2005. Manager Sandra Ayers said a drive now is open for traffic from the Caledonia Village Centre <D&W) north to back of the Metro Health Center Village trustees took an informal poll, in which they said they would support contributing to the project up to $25,000 because vil­ lage residents would benefit from the improvements. They did not actually allo­ cate the funds, as it w as felt to be premature. They agreed to send a letter to M DOT to express their inten­ tion. This historic structure that has been home to the Bay Pointe Restaurant will be moved by an undisclosed Grand Rapids businessman “as soon as possible.” by Patricia Johns Staff Writer The historic former Bay Pointe Restaurant building will be moved by a Grand Rapids businessman to make way for a new hotel at the Gun Lake site. Pat Staley of Promotional Marketing Solutions, speak­ ing on behalf of new owner Mike Powers, said she believes the home will be removed from the foundation as soon as possible and then moved as soon a company can be found to do the work “Mike selected the first person to contact him,” Staley said. However, there has been some confusion about the fate of the building because Rutland Township resident Mandy Watson said she had been working with Powers’ attorney, Jim Kinney, on the possibility of moving the building to a site in the Gun Lake area. Watson, who wanted the building as her home, said she had been working on finding financing and last week when she tried to make arrangements for a mover to look at the proper­ ty, she said Kinney told her another person had been given the building and it would be dismantled and moved to Vicksburg. Kinney referred all inquiries to Staley, who said Powers had not heard of the offer made by Watson. Staley said Powers cannot reveal the name of the person moving the building and that no other details of the move are being made public. The home was built between 1902 and 1906 as a summer home for Austin and Frankie Dwight. After the deaths of the Dwights, the home had several owners, was used as a real estate office and the grounds were used for a mobile home park. Roy and Jackie Martin bought the historic home in 1978 and finished renova­ tions in 1983, turning bthe structure into the Bay Pointe Restaurant. The Colonial Revival style building was admitted to the State Register of Historic build­ ings in 1982 and was listed on the National Register in 1985 for its importance in American history and cul­ ture. The Martins sold the prop­ erty to Powers and Bay Corp on Dec. I. Powers plans to build a new 40-room hotel with swimming pool and restau­ rant on the site. In This Issue... Consumers Energy customers without fuel due to gas leak in Caledonia TK updated strategic plan now completed Yankee Springs Board approves $50,000 for park improvements Traffic light petitions presented to Rep. Steil �Page 2/The Sun and News. Middleville December 16. 2003 Caledonia teacher deemed one of ‘Hunkiest Husbands’ TK students of month selected for November Students of the Month for November chosen at Thornapple Kellogg High School were (front row) Cory Faunce, Tyrel Kelley, Cody Garvey, (second row) Kimberly Robson, Shauna Wellman, Anna Enslen. Lauren Graham, Amy Ball. Trisha Scholma, Kristie Pratt (back row) Ashlie Thompson. Taylor Smith, Dayne Fletke, Clay Bohley. Carlos Porter and Stirling Thiel. Unavailable for picture were Jamie VanStee and Tara Caldwell. » Gifts of Joy Now Open I Gifts for any and aU ocassions. • Gourmet Food • Home Furnishings • Hand Crafted Furniture • Create Your Own Gift Baskets 121 East Main St., Middleville 269-795-9199 jniiiTji Hours: MF 11-7. 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The five chosen for the final competi­ tion were given a tour of New York and participated in a calendar shoot. When asked why she entered him. Tracy said. "There are so many wonder­ ful things about him. Why wouldn’t I? There’s more to him than being good looking. "He’s thoughtful and romantic. He cooks and cleans. He’s a wonderful father. I guess I just wanted to show him off," she explained. "I’m lucky. Blessed too." Tracy. 31, entered DeRuyter in last year’s com­ petition but never heard from the show. This year, instead LIVE with Regis and Kelly’s “Hunkiest Husband" contest named Doug DeRuyter as the first runner-up. "It (going to New York and competing) was a great experience, one I’ll never forget," he said. of the usual list of good qual­ ities that many women send in. Tracy wrote a poem as her entry: One day while working at my store. A man came in I'd never seen before. When he smiled it took my breath away. And I’ve loved him since that very first day. He’s 6’2” - 27years old. With big brown eyes and a heart of gold. SCHOOL LUNCH Live nativity MENUS is Dec. 22-24 Thornapple Kellogg School Lunch Menu Wednesday. Dec. 17 Breakfast for lunch. French toast sticks, scrambled eggs, sausage patty, or ham and cheese on a bun, potato rounds. Thursday, Dec. 18 Spaghetti w/meat sauce, garlic bread, pepperoni hot pocket, tossed salad, apple­ sauce, milk. Friday, Dec. 19 Pizza or fish on a bun, Cal­ ifornia blend, fresh orange, milk. Monday. Dec. 22 Winter break. Tuesday , Dec. 23 Winter break. He teaches at the school down the street. And he's liked and admired by everyone he meets. He does laundry and cleans, and is an excellent cook. And can melt my heart with just one one look. He have two sons. Owen and Jake. A better father no one could make. There's so much more that I'd like you to know. So / hope you 'll invite him to be on your show. Because once you’ve met him. I'm sure you'll agree. That UVE's hunkiest hus­ band is married to me. As the poem says, the cou­ ple has two children. Jakob. 5. and Owen. 6 months. DeRuyter is the physical fit ness teacher at Kettle luike Elementary "I had a really good time with it." said DeRuyter "It was a fun experience... going to New York, being on TV." "It was kind of over­ whelming at times too. It was busy." said DeRuyter. (Hut) overall it was a lot of tun.” Caledonia council races set March 8 Candidates for the 2(X)4 Caledonia Village Council race March 8 are now known There will be no primary. Village President Daryl The 30th annual live nativ­ Penfold's term limited posi­ ity will be presented by the tion will end. Chuck Audy, a 76th Street Bible Club council trustee, and Steve Monday, Tuesday and Gilbert, serving as a planning Wednesday. Dec. 22, 23, and commissioner, will compete 24. for that two-year term. The pageant will take Three four-year trustee place at the comer of 76th terms are available. Karen Street and Thomapple River Hahn, Dan Erskine, Mike Drive in Caledonia. Three Maviglia, Nick Unger and performances each night will Victoria Peabody are running be at 7, 7:30 and 8 p.m. for these posts. Erskine, and Featured will be live act­ Unger are already serving on ing, live animals, music by the council in four-year posi­ the Bible Club children. Hot tions, and Maviglia is serving chocolate and cookies will be a two-year term created when served after each perform­ Arlene Oaks resigned. ance. Gretka Domer is running For more information, call to complete the two-year 891-1072 or 891-8048. term now held by Maviglia. ffiOVIE OUTPOST VIDEO SUPCMTORC Glen Valley Retail Center M-37 891-9303 Open Weekdays 10 am to 11 pm & midnight on Fri. & Sat. RENT IT YOUR WAY! - 1, 3, or 5 Nights - All New Movies �The Sun and News. Middleville. December 16. 2003/ Page 3 TK bowling to be varsity level sport Athletic Director Mark Uyl received approval last week from the Thomapple Kellogg Board of Education to make the TK bowling team a varsity level sport. This follows the ruling of the Michigan High School Athletic Association approving of bowling as a varsity sport instead of a club sport. Thomapple Kellogg has had a club team for several years. Sign up for the team this year was very popular. Uyl. who is leaving his position to take a job with the MHSAA. also received praise for his contributions district. to the Kevin Superintendent Konarska told the board that the process of hiring another athletic director would begin shortly and the Uyl would be in the dis­ trict through the end of the semester at least. HASTINGS 4 The members of the Thornapple Kellogg School Board honored two members of the TK staff at the Dec. 8 meeting. Bus driver Marla Bierens was honored for outstanding service to the people of Barry County and teacher Curt Wissink was congratulated for being a “cool” teacher. Engagements ITNt gift of movies] \$10 Book Plus $1Free/^ $20 Book Rus $2 Free 12/15 ■ 12/16 O STUCK ON YOW (PG13) MHMTJIHMUM KAHM 12 00, 2 25.4 50.7 15.9:40 O THE LAST SAMURAI b 12:15.315, 6:15. 9:15 BAD SANTA (R) 1220. 215. 400. 7:10.9:10 THE HAUNTED MANSION (PG) OHMIAL'SIADWM St ATWC 12 30, 2:25, 4:30 7 00, 9 00 | Larry and Candace Stites of Grand Blanc and Givseppe and Deann Licari of Caledonia are pleased to announce the engagement of their children, Stacy Stites and Philip Licari. Stacy is a 1999 graduate of Grand Blanc High School and a senior attending the University of Michigan, Flint as a communication major. Philip is a 1997 graduate of Caledonia High School and received a bachelor of science in automotive and business management from North wood University. He is ^ONTEMPO Middleville & Gan Lake Area Office 317 Arlington. Middleville. Ml the process was one which would allow the district to meet the limitations of funding and keep teachers. "We want what is best for kids." she said. The next regular board meeting will be in January 2004. ' Need a Christmas Idea? A Membership at Caledonia Sportsmans Club — Individual or Family — Call (616> 891-1168 Miller REAL ESTATE SOLD! Hastings Office 149 W. State Street, Hastings, Ml (269)945-5182 (269)795-3305 Larry Allerdlng < ns.i 8'M-6794 Kay Stolsonburg I Manne FeldpauM'h t MS. S*U . 14— J— GRI.CRS. Assoc. Broker & Sales Manager....... ................... 795-7272 Debbie Erway 623-8357 Karen Brown-Solmes 795-9331 Craig Stolsonburg gri. 795-4470 Mark Hewitt i;«i ’Siikc 1940 1-arry Haye* Mike Humphreys, <ns. gri Looking For A Home? Be Sure To Visit Our User Friendly Web Site At www.millerrealeatate.net Meet our Middleville & Cun Lake Area Staff.. currently employed Prestige Import Repairs. 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Greg Pope discussed some changes in the food service program and the elimination of soft drinks as an option during lunch hours. He also touched on the success of the new milk machines. High school math teacher Kevin McGee told the board that teachers have been meeting on changing the high school schedule from the current block schedule to some Caledonia Plaza at I 4 * t 4 Jlf * - 616-891-1093 * Kay Stolsonburg Karen Brown-Solmes Debra Erway 3. MIDDLEVILLE SCHOOLS! Kitchen and family room welcome you home! Space « open with lots of windows, fireplace and center isiand/snack oar Formal dining room, master suite with spacious bath and waik-m closet 24x24 garage ana 12x12 storage shed. Extra lot available' Cail Kay or Craig Craw Stolsonburg Heidi Servts-Red 4. MIDDLEVILLE SCHOOLS! 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All interested parents/guardians of seniors financial aid at Aquinas College, will present infor­ mation and answer questions about available financial aid. loans and the completion of financial aid forms. All parents and guardians, seniors and juniors with LOCAL CHURCH DIRECTORY ALASKA BAPTIST CHURCH A Uuing Church - Serving a Living Lord Morning Worship .............................9:30 a.m. Fellowship Time............................. 10:35 a.m. Sunday School ................................ 10:50 a m. Evening Praise.................................. 6:00 p.m. WEDNESDAY . Family Night 6:00 p.m. 7240 68th Street. SE - Caledonia 2 miles east of M-37 Pastor, l>r Brian P. Harrison Youth Pastor Kevin Stiles Ti'ugWzute... t 0 M M lil 1 1 I C H II 1 C II a place to belong a place to become (Contemporary, Casual, Non-denominational) Sunday Morning Worship............. 93C & 11:00 a m. • 175 Broadmoor, Caledonia Rev. Michael Stowell. Lead Pastor Rev. David Moorhead. Assoc. Pastor Joe Cipcic, Worship leader Dcnn\ Houma. Youth Pastor Church Office 616-891-0287 Visit our web site www brightside org .4 Church with a caring heart for our community and the world" Sunday Woi•ship .......................... 9:30 a.m and 6:00 p.r n (Qiiild & Adult) (During the School Year) Rev. R. Scott (ireenway. Pastor Jack Dejong, Pastor of Worship & Adult Ed. JoAnne DeBlaay, Youth Director Al Tienever, Community Calling FIRST BAPTIST CHURCH OF MIDDLEVILLE M-37, north of Middleville • 795-9726 Bruce N. Stewart. Senior Pastor Tim A. Vine. Asm. Pastor Youth Douglas G. Beason, V isitation Pastor Gary Weaver. Music Minister Pastor David Strwart. CF. - Children's Pastor Sunday School Sunday Morning Worship Service Sunday Evening Service . Wednesday Mid Week Prayer Word of Life Club* Saturday Evening Mass ... .5:00 p.m. Sunday Mass . .9:00 a.m. & 11:00 a.m. 10:00 a.m 11:15 a.m 6:00 p.m YOU ARE INVITED Rev. Tom DeVries, Pastor - 795-9901 GRACE UNITED REFORMED CHURCH O^ew Life Proclaiming the Whole Counsel of God 10 AM Sunday Morning The Manger: 'The End of our Wait is at Hand" (Nursery Available Throughout) Rev. Norman Kohns. Pastor (616) 891-8167 Church Office 616-891-8609 Fax: 891-8648 • www.caledomaumc org Cottmittnifv o| Christ ALASKA CONGREGATION 8146 681h St near WhrtneyvBe Ave Church School. Sunday Praise Singing | 9 45 am .. 10 50 am Morning Worship 11 <10 am Wed Fellowship 7 30 pm Pastor EG FrtzzeU Church Ph. 616868-6810 • Pastor j Ph 616-897-6740 4- St Paul Lutheran Church Missouri Sqnod Comer of 84th St and Kraft in Caledonia 1 mile west of M-37 Traditional Service Acoustic Praise 8r Worship Service 8:30 AM 11<X) AM St Paul Lutheran Church Wednesday Mid-Week at the Oasis Sunday School &• Adult Bible Study .700 PM 9:45 AM All Services have a N'lrsenj available • Bam«T Flee Pastor Robert Gerke • Pastor David Ziehr Office phone 591• www StPaulCaledonia.orq SS. CYRIL and METHODIUS CHURCH ^^^^CHRISTIAN CHURCH 3449 - 76th St. S.E., Caledonia Sunday School ............................. 9:30 a.m. Sunday Morning Worship . .10:30 a.m. 9255 84th Street, Alto. Ml 49302 A Church for today's world ( urrt-ntly meeting at: One mile east of Whitneyville R4 Spirit-filled family Church. Rev. P Adams Pftone 891 -8440 Sunday School for ages 3 yr. thru 6th grade: Sr. High, Sun. 6:30 pm Jr. High, Sun. 6:30 pm Emmons Lake Elementary 8950 Kraft SE, Caledonia Rev. Dennis Ross Church: (616) 868-7425 Meeting friends, and y our family - re ^7 K~ 5590 Whitneyville Ave., S.E. Alto, Ml 49302 gun la k e c. m u Sunday Worship: 900 jLm Wednesday Worship 6:30 p.m 269-795-7903 www .gimlakecommurutychurch.org UNITED METHODIST CHURCHES Middleville - Parmelee Wednesday Prayer Meeting...7:00 p.m. Middleville UMC is temporarily meeting at: 9266 Parmelee Road 9:30 a.m...................................... Sunday School 11:00a.m....................................... Worship Hour Websrte y^ALmcmiddleYfexg Rev. Royle Bai lard, Pastor Phone 868-6437 Church Office Phone: 795-9266 Sunday School...10:00 am. Morning Worship... 11:00 am. right where you're at. 3HH&I (Jr. Church & Nursery available.) vlr>Cljurd) 12200 West M-179 Highway (Chief Noonday Road) \Uiind Ml Mass Mass /7(V/< httiv the h/ ing Word Serving The Risen Lord 698-9660 GUN LAKE COMMUNITY CHURCH & PRESCHOOL Mass Mass THORN APPLE BIBLE CHURCH Services at 9 30 a m. and 6 p.m Evening Worship...6:00 p.m. Rev. Lee Zachman WAYFARER^ 250 V me Street <M-37 to fcmmorn to Vinei Worship Services....................8:45 am and 10:30 a.m Children's Sunday School ............................. 10:30 a.m Wednesday Smscr; 600 PM Evening Prayer Rf Rev DovW T. HusN0Ck - Recto. Cfxxcb 20?-"55-23^ 9ec’;w ^948-932? http, www cfuchseefc net cfxr?*i anOewtrxjIt 159 131st Avenue 1664 N. M-37 Highway Phone (269) 792-3543 Middleville, MI 49333 • 945-1555 Located near the comer of M-37 and McCann Worship Times: Service Times: Saturday.........................4:00 p.m. Worship................................................. 9:30 a m. Sunday School................................................... 9:45a.m. Sunday............................ 9:30 a m. Sunday School 11.00a.m. Morning Worship.................................... 11 00 a m. Adult Bible Class....................................... 11:00a.m. Evening Worship............................................... 6:00p.m.Weekdays: Youth Group:............................. 6:00 p.m. Sunday Wednesday.................. 7:30 p.m. Rev. E. Anthony Sikoru Midweek 7:00 p.m. Wed. Church: (616) 795-2391 Thursday & Friday...... 9:30 a.m. 9:30 a.m. Thurs. A CALEDONIA (TUNITED METHODIST Sun.. Dec. 21: Sermon Topic Symbols of Christmas: 2415 McCann Rd. (1 miu of M-37 m I»vwg) M YD4r^jn /C£ TIMES 9 15 A.M Morning Prayer • 11 .-00 A M Holy CcwwMuiou 908 W Main Street (Missouri Synod) Kraft Avenue at Johnson Street Rev. Dave LeBlanc, Pastor Phone 891-9259 708 W. Main Street Morning Worship Service Sunday School Evening Worship Service Middleville Good Shepherd Wesleyan Church Lutheran Church Church Office: (616)891-1512 M-37 at 100th St. CALEDONIA HOLY FAMILY CATHOLIC CHURCH 9:45 a m 11:00 a m. 6:00 p.m. 6:45 p.m. 6:45 p.m. MIDDLEVILLE CHRISTIAN REFORMED questions or concerns are strongly urged to attend. I ^CHURCH .akeside c ommunify Church __ r__ r___ a. •. g— rutcr iim ranuji c*. rrtrwu’ 6201 W hitney s ilk Avenue. Aho CHRISTIAN REFORMED Cootemporarv Worship 9:30 a.m Sundav School for All Ages 10:45 a.m Evening Worship 6.00 p.m Pastor Roger Huttmon • Church Office >168-0391 ww w .LakesadevoaNDMUty org Leighton Church Located in Leighton Township Corner of 2nd Street and 142nd Avenue Suafav Mternng Wcrhtp Sunday xbool for Al Ages 9301 m 11.00 a m Ff Fiends Prr-Sdwi-Nh (yq* -Apri I 630 pm RAY TOWNSEND, Pastor (616) 891-8028 www leightondiurch org Now meeting at: Thornapple-Kellogg School Auditorium community Church Finding the Way Together! An informal, contemporary church committed to our community. Rev. Dr. Jack Doorlag, Interim Minister Sunday Worship is at 10:00am in Caledonia Middle School’s cafeteria. Everyone is welcome! Nursery & children’s activities available For more information. (616) 891-8119 or uuw peacechurch.cc Pastor: Rev. Josh Blunt Contact our Dutton office at (616) 65-65-WAY Check our web site www.wayfarercc.org Worship 10:00 a.m. Redeemer Covenant Church —Lighting Up Lives for Qod- ire^day i Worship 9.30 am Christian Education Hau 11 DO am & Wednesday Family Night 5 45-8.-00 pm Pastor Paul M. Hillman Youth Pastor Dand Erikson 6951 Hanna Lake Avenue. Caledonu 6166984#J) 1 A Mttr Lmntfhai Commam Ohmho of Amencs WHITNEYVILLE Bible Church 8546 WYtneyvie Ave of 841t St • 891-8661 The Church where everybody is somebody... and Jesus is Lord " Vwtvq of CcMonia High School Sunday School 930am. Sunday Momng Wonhp .................... )Q» am Mee’rvj y snap® on Whrfneyvte Ave Stnaa* E -emg Woar<) 6:00p.m. Nec Midweek Prayer & Bfcie Study 700 p.m. Bev ’"anas SUys. Patfa • Qev Kart Basra Assoc Parta wNneyvtebt*/: �The Sun and News. Middleville. December 16. 2003/ Page 5 Advent and Christmas event slated in community churches by Patricia Johns Staff Writer Dowling Pleasantview Family Church on Lacey Road in Dowling will try to recapture a simpler time with a Christmas Eve Candlelight Service. At 6:30 p.m. on Wednesday. Dec. 24. the decorated sanctuary will fea­ ture with the sounds of Christmas favorites. Children ages 3 through third grade will present a nativity as the fourth through sixth grade sing the song. “O Here I am to Worship.” Pastor Steve Olmstead will comment on how a childlike faith can lead everyone to the best gift of all. Other special musical numbers will focus on the reason for the season. The traditional strains of “Silent Night” will be sung as the glowing candles illuminate. Worshipers will leave with "Joy to the World" echoing in their hearts. Hastings Grace Lutheran Church. 239 E. North St.. Hastings. 945.9414 or 945-2645, plans Advent and Christmas events. On Wednesday Dec. 17 supper is prepared at 6 p.m., followed by evening prayer at 7 p.m. This includes Puppet Praise Ministry and story hour for children On Dec. 17. there will be an intergencrational presen­ tation of the Christmas story in word and music, the Christmas Clown and the birthday party for Jesus. On Dec. 21, the fourth Sunday in Advent, The Holy Communion services at 8 and 10:45 a.m. include a service of Lessons and Carols built around an Advent daily devotional which was written entirely by members of Grace. Grace will celebrate the Nativity of Our Lord Wednesday. Dec. 24. with Holy Communion services at 7 and 11 p.m. Lake wood Several Lakewood area churches will be having Christmas services and cele­ brations this Sunday and Christmas Eve. The churches and times are as follows: Central United Methodist Church in Lake Odessa will have a children's musical. "The First Bom" on Sunday Dec. 21 at 7 p.m. and a candlelight service at 7 p.m. on Christmas Eve. Freeport United Brethren will have a walk-in commun­ ion Christmas Eve from 6 to 9 p.m. The First Congregational Church of Lake Odessa will have a Christmas Eve Service at 7 p.m. Wednesday. Dec 24. There will be a children's pageant, communion and candlelight service. Grace Brethren Church of Lake Odessa will have its Christmas program and play at 6 p.m. Sunday. Dec. 21. The play will be a retelling of the Christmas story. There also will be singing of Christmas carols. After the program, the church will have a birthday party for Jesus. Harvest Community Church will have a candle­ light service Christmas Eve at 7 p.m. Hope Church of the Brethren will have a pro­ gram “Prairie Hopeful Companion” and vocal/instrumental program Sunday. Dec. 21. at 1:30 p.m. and a “Biblical Soup" supper Christmas Eve at 8 p.m. and candlelight service at 9 p.m. and an Epiphany Breakfast Sunday Jan. 4 at 8:45 a.m. with worship at 10 a.m. Kilpatrick United Brethren will have a Christmas Eve service at 8 p.m. The Living Gospel Church will have a Christmas program Sunday, Dec. 21, at 10:50 a.m. The service will feature the music of many of the children of Living Gospel, along with the adults. There also will be a drama performed by Katy Dickinson. Lakewood United Methodist Church will have a walk-in communion from 6:30 to 8 p.m. Peasant Valley Church will have a Christmas Eve candlelight service at 6 p.m. St. Edward’s Catholic Church in Lake Odessa will have midnight mass on Christmas (Dec. 25) and 9 a.m. Christmas morning. Sebewa Church of God will have a Christmas mes­ sage Sunday. Dec. 21, at 11 a.m. and children's musical al 6 p.m. Sunfield United Brethren will have its children’s pro­ gram Sunday. Dec. 21, at 6 p.m. and Christmas Eve can­ dlelight service 7 p.m. Woodgrove Parish on Coats Grove Road will have a candlelight service at 7 p.m. and fellowship follow­ ing service. Nashville Grace Community Church, 8950 East M-79 in Nashville. will hold Christmas Eve services on Wednesday. Dec. 24, at 5 p.m. For more information call 1-517-852-1783 or check the church's website: w ww.gc3.org <http://www.g c3.org> Orangeville St. Francis Episcopal Church, 11850 West 9 Mile Road. Advent services held on Sundays. Dec. 7 and 14. Service of Lessons and Carols on Sunday. Dec. 21. These services begin 9:30 a.m. Special Christmas Eve Service on Dec. 24 begins at 7 p.m., with special music followed by a service at 7:30 p.m. Vermontville There will be a night of fun and Christmas music Sunday. Dec. 21, at 7 p.m. at the Vermontville United Methodist Church. Coming back again this year is the Lakewood Praise Band. Along with the Praise Band will be entertainment from the church, youth along with other surprises. The concert is free and everyone is wel­ come. The J-Ad Graphics com­ munity papers and The Reminder will print a list of upcoming events on a space available basis during December. The deadline for listing events is the Thursday before the Tuesday publica­ tion date. For example, stories for the Dec. 23 papers must be received by noon on Thursday. Dec. 18. Information can be mailed to Patricia Johns. 1351 N. M43 Highway. Hastings. Mi. 49058. Please include a tele­ phone number and the name of a contact person. Material can be faxed to 269-945-5192. Please write “Attention Patricia Johns" on the cover sheet and if sending more than one sheet be sure that the name and telephone number of the church is included on each page of the fax. Information can also be emailed to news<a j-adgraphics.com. Please be sure to include “for Patricia Johns” on the subject line. Information about events will not be taken over the telephone. Churches can also take advantage of paid advertis­ ing for their events by calling 269-945-9554 and asking to be passed on to the proper advertising representative. To show God’s love and to serve our community, we’re doing FREE Christmas gift wrapping Saturday, December 20, from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. No donations please SHEZmSESSISZHSZZSZZZZSIZS I : : Family Trax Oidea‘ 119 £. Main St. Middleville • Hours: Sun.-Thurs. 12-10 pm Fri. & Sat. 12-11pm DVD, VHS & Game Rentals ■ Movie Reservations • 2 Dav Rental on Sundav on all Rentals : Even 20“ Rental FREE <W"P— •' ” Loc allv Owned .. -..... . ... Bring your boxed gifts to St. Paul Lutheran Church 8436 Kraft Avenue, SE, in Caledonia at the corner of Kraft & 84th 1 miles west of M-37 �Page 6/The Sun and News. Middleville. December 16, 2003 Free food distribution is Dec. 22 in Middleville The United Auto Workers Local #1002 will have a free food distribution for those in need Monday. Dec. 22. at 4 p.m. The distribution will take place at the UAW7 Union Hall located at 295 Washington St. in Middleville “Anyone who is at risk of going hungry qualifies to Toy collection planned at Thornapple Twp. Hall There is still time to con­ tribute new unwrapped toys for children in needy families in this area. This year. American Legion Post 140 has spon­ sored a Toys for Children campaign. One of the collec­ tion boxes is located in the lobby of the Thomapple Township hall. The lobby is open from 9 a.m. until noon and I until 4 p.m. MondaysThursdays. The lobby is open from 9 a.m. until noon on Fridays. Toys for children from birth through the teen years are needed. TK pool to offer aqua circuit power classes An aqua circuit power class is being offered at the Thornapple Kellogg pool starting on Jan. 27. This class gives partici­ pants the best of both worlds, cardio and strength training. Participants will learn easy to follow circuits that incorpo­ rate sport/athletic strength training and drills. The class will be held Tuesdays and Thursdays at the pool from 3 to 3:45 p.m. The cost is $35 or $5 per visit. For more information, call the community education office at 795-3397. AtteuvtLOiA,!! Foster § Adoptive Parents will hold their first meeting, potluck, for interested foster or adoptive families in Barry County: TUESDAY, JAN. 13.6:30 PM. at the New Life Assembly Church 1490 E. State Rd.. Hastings Please bring a dish to pass plus own table service. Kids welcome! Questions? Call Karen at: receive this food, said John Anderson, president of the local union “If someone you know has to choose between paying for other expenses such as rent or medicine and buying food, or skips meals to make sure their children have enough to eat. they may be at risk of going hungry . “We are all very blessed to know that we will have food for Christmas dinner, but we also know that is not the case for many individuals in Barry County and over a hundred that we know of right here in the Middleville area. We want to make sure that no one in Middleville has to do without food this Christmas.” Anyone interested in help­ Ever since the Lincoln Meadows senior citizen apartments opened more than 20 ing to fund the food distribu­ tions may send a check to the years ago, the Middleville Rotary Club has been treating residents to a holiday lunch. Food Bank of South Central Here everyone is waiting for a meal catered by Steve Wiersum of the Middle Villa Inn. Michigan. P.O. Box 408. He brought his famous chocolate chip cookies for dessert after lunch. Battle Creek. Ml 490160408. with Middleville FFI on the memo line. The dona­ tions will be credited to the Middleville United Methodist's account and will go to help pay for the food for the distributions. Donations made to food bank member agencies are eligible for a special Michigan tax credit. UAW Local #1002 has been distributing food to those in need, since the sum­ mer of 2002. The distribu­ tions are a collaborative effort among the Food Bank of South Central Michigan, UAW Local #1002, the Middleville United Methodist Church and the Barry County United Way. The members of the Middleville Rotary Club treated residents a Lincoln Meadows The food bank is a United Way agency. It is a member apartments to lunch in honor of the holiday. of America's Second Harvest and the Food Bank Council of Michigan. (269)838- 2382 Whose birthday is it, anyway? We believe rhe important news at Christmas is not who comes down the chimney, but who came down from heaven. We invite you to come and join us as we celebrate the birth of Jesus Christ. Rotary Christmas treat Caledonia library fund-raiser gains ‘Piece of Future’ The Caledonia Branch of Kent District Library is giv­ ing people the chance to make a special donation to the new Caledonia Library all next month. A signature quilt is being made and will be permanent­ ly displayed in the new library and people can add their family's name to the quilt. This is a special gift idea for friends or loved ones. Each piece of the quilt is $20 and proceeds will go toward the new Caledonia Library. For more information about “A Piece of the Future,” please call the Caledonia Branch of Kent District Library at 647-3840. The Library is located at 240 Emmons St. Gift Certificates & Retail This Week Allison & EBy Studio ) The best Chruunaa girt didn’t cumr from a srore It u*mc from God. Join us this Sunday as wc celebrate the birth of Jesus Christ Good Shepherd Lutheran Church 908 W. Main SI., Middleville Christmas Eve 7:00 p.m. • Christmas Morning 10:00 a.m. • New Year’s Eve 7:00 p.m. ._________ ^'SdlM. lUC K Coto* tx \ 9954 CHERRY VAU£Y CALEDONIA (616) 891-1272 �The Sun and News. Middleville. December 16. 2003/ Page 7 Consumers Energy customers without fuel due to gas leak in Caledonia Anna May Crofoot MIDDLEVILLE Anna May Crofoot. age 74. of Middleville, died Thursday. December 4. 2003 at Hastings Tendercare. She was born May 20, 1929 in Middleville, the daughter of Theodore and Susan (Johnson) Wieringa. She attended school in Middleville. Anna married Kenneth Birman in 1947. that mar­ riage ended in divorce, she married Everett Wayne Crofoot May 11. 1963 and he died May 27, 1997 She was also preceded in death by her parents and grandson. Kenneth Birman. She enjoyed knitting, gar­ dening and canning. Surviving are sons. Michael (Mary) Birman of Dorr. Edward (Sharon) Birman of Cadillac; four grandchildren; six great grandchildren; step-son. Edward (Sharon) Crofoot of Middleville; step-daughters. Elsie Crofoot of Cheboygan. Elaine (Roger) Reed of Tachappi. Cal.; brother. Theodore (Jean) Wieringa; one nephew. Funeral services were held Sunday. Dec 7, 2003 at the Girrbach Funeral Home in Hastings. Rev. Kenneth R. Vaught officiating. Burial was at Mt. Hope Cemetery in Middleville. Memorials can be made to the American Cancer Society. Arrangements are by the Girrbach Funeral Home in Hastings. and Barbara Dykstra of Middleville; Paul and Sheila Dykstra of Freeport; Laura Adams of Alto; and Jim and Carolyn Buer of Caledonia; 17 grandchildren; 42 great­ grandchildren and three great-great-grandchildren Emma is also survived by her sister and brothers Ade and Margaret Peterson; John and Betty VanderSchurr; Harold and Margaret Vanderschuur; and many nieces and nephews. Funeral services were held Thursday. Dec. 11. 2003, at the Beeler Funeral Home in Middleville with burial at Mt. Hope Cemetery. Pastor Douglas Beason officiating. Memorial contributions may be made in Emma’s honor to First Baptist Church of Middleville where she was a longtime member, or to Hospice of Michigan. Arrangements by the Beeler Funeral Home of Middleville. by Cathy Rueter Staff Writer Motorists on Cherry Valley experienced a detour last Friday evening due to a gas leak and more than 150 households were w ithout gas service for several hours because of it. Digging/construction on the comer of 92nd Street and Cherry Valley was not the actual cause of the leak, but contributed to the incident. W’orkers at the site did not hit the main, according to infor­ mation provided by Caledonia Fire Rescue Chief Brian Bennett. "A large clump of clay (at the construction site) came loose and fell, hitting an exposed pipe, and broke it.' he explained. ’The pipe was a pretty good sized one. a four-inch main. So. to be safe we evacuated the two businesses across the street. For a short time we closed Cherry Valley for Consumers (Energy) so they could do some work to get rid of the (gas leak) problem. "It was about 45 minutes to slop the leak. Then they had to fix (the piping). But the problem with that is that it cuts fuel off to surrounding businesses and about 168170 homes in Glen Valley." The Caledonia Fire Rescue, w ith personnel assis­ tance from Dutton Fire Department and Thomapple Township Emergency Services, went door-to-door informing Glen Valley resi­ dents that their gas would be off for 2-3 hours. "It was a good opportunity for us to see* how long and how many (personnel) it would take in case any type of evacuation would be needed (in the future)." said Bennett. ’The overall inci­ dent (of the gas leak) is being investigated by MIOSHA (Michigan Occupational Safety & Health Association)." Emma Dykstra MIDDLEVILLE - Emma Dykstra. age 86 of Middleville, went home to her Lord and Savior on Dec. 8. 2003. She was joyfully reunited in heaven with her husband. Henry Dykstra, grandsons Daniel Dykstra. Mark Dykstra and greatgrandson Steven Riley. She will be lovingly remem­ bered for her kind, gentle spirit by her children Henry and Linda Dykstra of Clarksville; Russell and Donna Dykstra and David Reach over 11,000 area homes every week with an ad in the Sun & News. Call 269-945-9554 to place your ad today. Daniel Carl Lightfoot---------------------------------HASTINGS - Daniel Carl Lightfoot, age 77 of Hastings, died Dec. 9. 2003, at Pennock Hospital. Mr. Lightfoot was born June 29. 1926, at Kalamazoo, the son of Gaylord and Pearl (McGregor) Lightfoot. He was raised in the Freeport area and attended Freeport schools, graduating in 1943 from Freeport High School. He served two tours in the U.S. Army during World War 11. He was married to Ruthmarv Bliss on Oct. 29, 1951. Mr. Lightfoot’s employ­ ment included heavy equip­ ment operator, machinist, over the road truck driver and the U.S. Forestry Service. He enjoyed bird watching, crafting, traveling and doing workers union organizing. Preceding him in death were his parents and wife Ruthmary on July 8, 1993. Mr. Lightfoot is survived by his son. David (Martie) Fisher of Hayden Lake. Idaho; daughters Pauline (Hubert) Rohm of Delton. Gaylee (Tom) Kelley of Middleville; 13 grandchil­ dren; sisters-in-law Barbara Blough and Ardith Bliss of Grand Rapids; special niece Dawne (John) Ball of Grand Rapids; and loving compan­ ion "Sweetie." Services were held Friday, Dec. 12. 2003, at Wren Funeral Home with Rev. Dr. Michael J. Anton officiating. Burial was at Irving Township Cemetery . Memorial contributions may be made to the American Diabetes Association. Arrangements are by Wren Funeral Home of Hastings. Peace ^formedChurch - and . * V (Middleville United ^Methodist Church warmly invite you to join them in celebrating the eve of our Savior’s birth! Phis celebration unit be held at the Phomapple ‘Kellogg High School Auditorium ‘Wednesday, December 24,2003 11:00p.m. DesignWear i Screen Printing & Embroidery Hours: 9 am - 5 pm EXTENDED HOURS OVER HOLIDAYS <5R£AT CHRISTMAS IDEAS • Custom School or Business orders Varsity Jackets Available Still time to place custom Christmas orders. Gift Certificates Available 118 W. Main Street. Middleville Ml Ph- 269-795-9220 • Toll Free 877-DESIGNO Fax- 269-795-9244 featuring the (Middleville United (Methodist (HandbellChoir, Peace Church Choir and ‘Peace Church ‘Praise Pand Our Mission is to bringjoy to (Jod by bringing people into a personal relationship with Jesus Christ and helping each othergrow as devotedfollowers of ‘/dm. Teace Reformed Church 6950 Cheny Valley Road MiddleinUe,Ml 49333 (616]S918119 www.ptacicfanliu �Page 8/The Sun and News. Middleville. December 16. 2003 Leadership Barry County offers guidance, direction bv Patricia Johns Staff Writer "Leadership Barry County has given me the guidance and direction I needed to pursue additional leadership roles.” Amy Shreve says fol­ lowing her 2003 Leadership Barry County experience. “The experience of Leadership Barry County has provided me with tools that can be used not only in the work place and at home. but in the community, as well” Shreve is an admissions specialist at Kellogg Community College. She participated in last year's course learning conflict reso- Peace on Earth by Patricia Johns Staff Writer Sunday's events have got­ ten me thinking about Peace! Perhaps this time of year jux­ taposed with the capture of Saddam Hussein seems so incongruous. "Let there be peace on earth and let it begin with me" seems much harder today. Yesterday I knew that if he wasn't dead, Saddam was out there. Perhaps he was the mastermind of the suicide bombers or perhaps he was behind the targeted attacks against trucks and helicopters. But whatever, he was evil, a monster. The pictures on the televi­ sion on Sunday showed a disheveled, dirty old man. Was this whom we feared? Was the defiant dictator of 8 months ago so transformed? So of course I began to think about evil. Can peace p yi an* ma.-me exist with evil? Can a people live at peace with their neighbors only when we have overcome evil? Thinking about the nature of dictators and evil doesn't seem very peaceful. Was it our fear of "weapons of mass destruc­ tion" that allowed us to make him such a monster? If we had seen him as a powerless old man in April would we have attacked Iraq? But in April he wasn't powerless. He wasn't hiding in a hole. But he attracted loyal men and women who hid and protected him for 8 months. How can evil attract loyalty? Not all of it is pur­ chased with bribes. There were many good Germans who were loyal to Hitler. Who followed his dic­ tates, But why didn't they say no? Why didn’t they recog­ nize the evil among them. Why didn't they see that there was no justification for the killing of the Jews? Why did evil thrive? "Let there be peace on earth and let it begin with me." Since Sept. 11, 2001 I have hear some good Christians speak fearfully of Islam. They have made evil the American Muslim who owned the gas station down their street. Some have not let their children play with other students in their class in a New Jersey school. Their fear made them turn against the tenets of their religion. They didn't wel­ come their neighbors. They still give in to their fear. This year amidst the gifts, tinsel and decorations remember, "Let there be peace on earth and let it begin with me." Only then can we fight our fears and work for peace. Christmas Holiday Deadlines for ft B •I Feminder news classified ads Phone 269-945-9554 MAPLE VALLEY news^- 24 Hours a Day-7 Days a Week Reach over 11,000 area homes The People Paper’ The Sun and News hIsbngsBaNNER * Display Advertising Deadlines ~ for The Reminder, The Sun and News, The Lakewood News and the Maple Valley News will be Thursday, December 18 at Noon. ~ Classified Deadlines ~ for The Sun and News, Lakewood News and Maple Valley News, will be Friday December 19 at Noon. Classifieds deadline for The Reminder will be Friday December 19 at 3 p.m. ~ Hastings Banner Deadlines ~ Classifieds and Display Tuesday, December 23 & Dec. 30 at 3 p.m. I The Reminder & Banner office will be open 8:00 a.m. to Noon on Dec. 24 and 31. Print Plus office will be open 8:30 a.m. to 1:00 p.m. Dec. 24 and 31. New Year's Display Deadlines for all papers, Friday, Dec. 26 at 5:00 p.m. Classified Deadline, Sat. Dec. 27 at 11:00 a.m. 06577676 Topics for the Leadership 04 leadership board have worked closely with Goodin 2004 session include deter­ mining leadership style, on in planning the best possible Jan 30-31, diversity on Feb. leadership training program. Leadership Barry County 17. structure and financing is designed to enhance lead­ of local government on ership skills for individual March 2. managing stress, growth. organizational problem solving, consensus improvement and increased building, and how to conduct community effectiveness. effective meetings. Participants will spend a The objectives include understanding leadership day in Lansing March 23. tour Barry County on styles and learning about the institutions and communities Tuesday. April 18. and on May 8 reflect what they have throughout the county. Participants learn to affect learned locally on a discus­ public policy, function in sion of a national issue. This changing organizations and is also graduation day. Brochures for the 2004 understand the political and financial structures of Barry Barry County Leadership program arc available at the county. The program includes a Chamber of Commerce offices. Call Goodin for variety of workshops, home assignments and travel expe­ more information at 945riences throughout the coun­ 2454. ty The 2004 Leadership Barry County program will Retired? begin with a weekend retreat Friday and Saturday. Jan. 3031, at the Pierce Cedar Creek Institute. If you’re concerned about This year, previous leader­ having enough money to ship participants will serve live comfortably through as mentors to the incoming retirement, then call Edward students. Mentors will attend Jones. We can help you; the dinner on Friday night. This mentorship component is new this year. I keep up with expenses; Goodin says, “Many of I protect your money from the previous participants fluctuating interest rates; praised the networking part I reduce your taxes; of the leadership program I protect your savings which had always been an from long-term Mness; informal element. We are I simplify your record­ keeping; and giving it some structure this year.” I avoid probate. Mentors will stay in con­ tact with the new leadership Call or stop by today. participants and help provide networking opportunities. Call for Sun & News ..ana.,an* ma.:.aa»4 lution. meeting Barry County leaders and talking with state representatives. Leadership Barry County 2004 is looking for 30 men and women from across the county to challenge them­ selves. learn about them­ selves and hone their leader­ ship skills. Program director Nancy Goodin says. “I am really looking forward to this year’s program. We have made some changes and added an additional class on diversity to the schedule.” She is determined to have the class filled by the end of December. Leadership Barry County “Linking Leaders" is a pro­ gram in partnership with Michigan State University Cooperative Extension office in Barry County, the Fehsenfeld Center of Kellogg Community College. the Barry Community Foundation, the Barry County Area Chamber of Commerce and the Willard G. Pierce and Jesse M. Pierce Foundation and the Pierce Cedar Creek Institute. The class is limited to 30 and Goodin tries to make it available to three teen lead­ ers from throughout the county. The cost is $295 per per­ son. Partial scholarships and payment plans are available. The cost includes all work­ shop materials, travel expenses, overnight lodging for the retreat, meals and resource people. The members of the 2003- I I : I 9185 Cherry valley Ave SE Suite E Caledonia, Ml 49316 Bu« 616-891 1173 Toll Free 866891 1173 Edward Jones SerTMHf lndi.Hi.^1 Ix.rM.M. W-r 1*71 �The Sun and News. Middleville. December 16, 2003/ Page 9 Financial Focus Furnished by Drew McFadden of Edward Jones and Co. • (616) 891 -1173 Gifts of stock can brighten anyone's holiday Don't look now. but the holidays are upon us. If you're having trouble think­ ing of the perfect gift, con­ sider something you can't find at the crowded mall: stocks. Stocks can be excellent gifts for children and adults When you give shares of stock to kids, you're helping to teach them the importance fT ” -—-—---- ’ Saving on home insurance is “No Problem.” '--------------------------- < 5Tl undred.s of thousands <>f familKk are saving money with AutoOwners Insurance for their home and mobile home protection. 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When you give stocks, you're doing so out of thoughtfulness - but you may also be helping yourself. If you’re giving away stocks that have appreciated in value, you won't be liable for the capital gains taxes, which can be considerable, even though the maximum long­ term capital gains rate has now been cut to 15 percent (for asset sales after May 6. 2003 - currently effective through 2009). And. while you're thinking of taxes relat­ ed to your gifts of stock, keep in mind that you can give up to $11,000 per year to as many people as you want without incurring gift tax implications. You can also get tax advantages when you give gifts of appreciated stock to a charity in honor of a loved one. You'll get an immediate tax deduction for the fair market value of your gift, and you won't have to pay capital gains on the stock. Gifts for retirement If you have loved ones that are saving for retirement, consider giving them money to add more shares of stock (or bonds or other invest­ ments) to their IRAs. For 2003 and 2004. investors may be able to put up to $3,000 in a Roth or Traditional IRA (or $3 JOO if they are 50 or older). If your intended recipients have fully funded their IRAs for 2003. they can earmark your gift for their 2004 IRAs. Stocks and kids At first, when you tell your children you're giving them a gift of stock, they may give you a funny look. But it real­ ly won't take much to get them interested. Try to find stocks issued by high-quality companies with which your children are familiar. Your kids may be excited to be part owners of companies that produce the clothes they wear, the food they like and the movies they watch. When you do give stocks to your kids, you'll have to be aware of the "kiddie tax." Actually, the kiddie tax is not really a specific tax at all the term refers to the limita­ tions that the IRS puts on the ability of children under 14 to have unearned income taxed at their lower tax rate. According to the kiddie tax rules for 2003. the first $750 in unearned income - inter­ est, dividends and capital gains - is tax free, and the next $750 is taxed at the child's tax rate, which is typ­ ically 10 percent. If your child has unearned income of more than $ 1,500. he or she will be taxed at the rate that would apply to you if this money were added to your taxable income. Gifts that last The holiday season comes and goes in a rush. But when you give gifts of stock to loved ones, your generosity will be felt long after the hol­ idays are just a warm memo­ ry Holly Trolley to visit Middleville Dec. 22 The Holly Trolley visit to Middleville will be on Monday evening Dec. 22 from 6 to 8 p.m.. This year’s visit is being made possible with the cooperation of the Middleville United Methodist Church, local Boy Scout troop 105. UAW Local 1002. the Middleville Downtown Development Authority and many other volunteers. Tickets can be purchased that night in the Olde Downtown of Middleville at the Midtown Cafe where the boy scouts will be selling the tickets for $1.00 per person with a $5.00 cap per family. If the weather is blustery guests may also wait in the cafe. The trolley will be picking up on the south cor­ ner of Main and High streets by the Mill Pond Condo office then proceed through­ out the village. Besides viewing the lights Shellie McQueen and other DDA volunteers hope weath­ er permitting to set out lumi­ naries out from the M-37 intersection to the Grand Rapids St. intersection. McQueen says, “We also encourage residents through­ out the village to decorate and/or set their own luminar­ ies out.” She also encourages visitors to stop by the gazebo in Stagecoach Park to see this year’s Christmas tree donated to the village cele­ bration by Dig -a-Tree. There will be entertain­ ment on the trolley provided by local residents. After the ride is over people will be dropped off at the north cor­ ner of Main and High Street. Then anyone with a ticket may then go to the VFW hall on Main Street where their ticket gets them more enter­ tainment including perform­ ances by the bell choir, pup­ pet ministry and praise band. Coffee, hot chocolate and cookies will also be served. The Middleville Methodist Church will also have the Living Nativity on the corner of Church and Main streets. Church mem­ bers will be playing the roles of the Holy Family and real animals will also fill the little stable. GET ALL THE NEWS OF BARRY COUNTY! Subscribe to the Hastings Banner. 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The “TAEF*' has awarded over 55 scholarships and given over $60,000 to important charitable needs in the T-K Area! Open November 21st - January 3rd Tuesday - Sunday 6-10 p.m. This is ”Our Hometown Charity.” When you ask yourself “What Can I Do For My Community?” This is the answer! Please write your check today. Cost: $8.00 per van/car. Located at Fifth Third Ballpark, Home of the Grand Rapids Whitecaps 131 North exit 91 Tickets available at You can count on us/me for ( ) $30, ( ) $50. ( )$100. ( ) $200. ( )$______ Here is my gift to the 2003 TAEF Year-End Appeal Name: Phone: Address:________________________________________________ Please direct this gift to: (Fund/Usage) ______________________________________ ( ) 11 We are interested in beginning a "Family Fund" or a planned gift. Mail to: TAEF Year-End Appeal, Box 164, Middleville. Michigan 49333-0164 Smith-Diamond Realty 8980 N. Rodgers Dr, Caledonia • 891 -2222 Edward Jones 9185 Cherry Valle) Ave. SE, Suite E, Caledonia • 891 - i 173 �Page 10/The Sun and News, Middleville. December 16, 2003 TK updated strategic plan now completed Members of the committee comment on work completed so far. The plan will be presented to the board of education in January. There was a discussion - - Johns - - with members of the admin­ by “ Patricia istrative team, as well as the about how difficult it is to Staff Writer The Strategic Planning North Central Accreditation keep up with best practices. from committees, as they dis­ “Principal Brad Warren dis­ Committee heard Kevin cussed the strategic planning cussed how this is an “ongo­ Superintendent Konarska and assistant work completed by the Nov. ing challenge." All the speakers last week Patricia 24 meeting. Superintendent The strategic plan is a liv­ stressed the need for commu­ Koezc Thursday on comple­ nity involvement. tion of the strategic plan the ing document that will be reviewed annually to see if group has been working on. Konarska said, “the pieces the goals have been accom­ arc in place. We believe that plished. Koeze discussed the focus this document will stand the district in good stead for the of the goals for students. “This plan will allow us to next three to five years.” Koezc reviewed the meet­ see really great things for ing the school board held students.” she said. The fun has already started at Thomapple Kellogg High School during its annual Christmas drive for charity now through Friday, Dec. 15-19. On Monday students came Nttdtd for K«rry County to school in their pajamas while others are already Weekly classes begin in Hastings planning to wear red on January 15, Thursday 6-9. For Tuesday and green on NO-OBlIGATION information Friday. There should be lots packet, leave name, address and of Santas, angels and elves telephone number at on Wednesday as student 517-543-5844 come dressed as holiday Pat Koeze gives members of the Stategic Planning committee an overview of the draft document. Thomapple Kellogg Board of Education President David Smith said. “This has been a terrific process. Schools are the heartbeat of the community.” Koeze told the board that the board takes the goals in the strategic plan seriously. and setting priorities will be important. Facilitator Jackie Brayman. who has met with the group on four previous occasions, told them, “your challenge will be to convince other community members to see their part in the process.” The plan will be presented to the full board to review in January. In closing Smith said. “I believe that this document gives us the path to reach our aspiration to be the best school district in the state I think we will become a dis» trict that attracts students and their families to move to this district.” Christmas drive Yankee Springs Planning under way at TK High Commission meeting canceled Lox/tkva poster FawuXlcs characters. And who knows the limits of personal decora­ tion students will rise to as they meet the challenge of “decorate yourself’ on Thursday. The student council, which sponsors this event hopes to raise more than the $5,000 collected last year. Christmas drive events include penny wars, raffle tickets and the senior/teacher sale. Local businesses donate prizes from pizza to gift cer­ tificates for which students purchase tickets. The penny wars inspire lots of competi­ tion between classes. This is where parents can tip the bal­ ance if they stop by the office and add pennies to their class of choice or silver coins to other classes. The senior/teacher sale brings in lots of money. Seniors and teachers have volunteered to take part in the sale. The high bidder gets to costume his “volunteer" for the annual parade on Friday, Dec. 19. The students and teachers who have the highest bids will be in a spe­ cial sale during Academic Center Wednesday. Dec. 17, to increase the amount of money raised for charity this year. The week ends with the parade of gaily costumed characters in the morning and an assembly during which the raffle winners are announced and other fun will be had. This year’s funds will be donated to Love, Inc., the Barry County L'nited Way, and the Green Gables Haven domestic v lolence shelter. The Thursday, Dec. 18, meeting of the Yankee Springs Township Planning Commission has been can­ celed. The next regular meeting of the commission is sched- uled for Thursday, Jan. 15, at 7 p.m. The strip maps of the M 37 corridor will be at the township hall for residents to review. WOW OPENl (ij FREE Tanning Visit One per customer. j Expires 12/31/03. Must present coupon. i _______________________ i Nail Inhancements $4QOO Full Set Re-balance Forever French Full Set $20°° S4 5™ Spa Packages Moonlight Delight 1/2-hr. massage, mini facial, spa pedicure, s125 spa manicure Mini Starlight spa pedicure, s95 spa manicure, spa facial Treat that someone special to an Eclipse Gift Certificate Specializing in... • TANNING • MASSAGE • FACIALS • PEDICURES • NAILS Located in Middleville Town Plaza Suite by Tires 2000 269-795-9096 0tST7737 Hours: M F 9-9; Sat. 9-4 Now Hiring Hail Tech - Call Liu WeeNer at 269-795-2550 �The Sun and News. Middleville. December 16. 2003/ Page 11 arry County Toys for Tots drive starting The annual Toys for Tots campaign is under way again in Barry County. The program is intended to enhance charitable giving that already exists in BarnCounty and to bring joy to needy children this holiday season. The nationally known Toys for Tots program, sponsored by the U.S. Marine Corps Reserve, is being organized for Barry County. The effort is a result of all the community agen cies. businesses and other individual volunteers famil­ iar with local needs, and through the cooperation of the Marines Corps Reserves. The program makes it easy to give a gift to a disad­ vantaged child. Those taking part can simply purchase a new. unwrapped toy. non­ violent in nature, and bring the toy to any of the Toys for Tots collection barrels in the county. It should be a safe toy for children, ages infants to 16 years old. Besides seeking toys for young children, the program number of toy collection points in the county . Toys for Tots has expanded distri­ bution of toys to county chil­ dren. Parents can register for toys for their children by fill­ ing out an application form and dropping it off at the two CAASCM/Head Start loca­ tions in Delton and Hastings. The form must be received to the CAASCM/Head Start offices by Dec. 17. Registration forms also are available at the Love Inc. of Barry County office at needs gifts for teens In fact, according to the Marines, fewer items are donated for 10- to 16-year-okis. so there is a need for suitable gifts for that age range. Gifts of rad­ ios. sporting equipment, bas­ ketballs. makeup for girls, diaries, jewelry and a variety of fingernail polishes are some of the ideas suggested for teens. A good Idea for anyone buying these items is to take a teen along and ask them. "What would you buy?" Besides increasing the Free diabetes lecture slated A free educational lecture on diabetes will be offered at Metro Health - Caledonia from 6:30 to 8 tonight Tuesday. Dec. 16. Dr. Michael Valitutto will be speaking about carbohy­ drate counting. He will teach how to identify carbohy- Katherine McKeown chosen Rotary Student of the Month Jill Sarnes. Spanish instructor at Thomapple Kellogg High School, has nominated junior Katherine McKeown, daughter of Mr. and Mrs. Andrew and Julie McKeown of Hastings, as the Rotary Student of the Month for November. “Katie” was chosen because of her passion for learning, Sarnes said. “She sets high expecta­ tions for herself, works earnestly at her studies, and is a natural leader,” the teacher said. Her student activities include cheerleading, band, track. Spanish Club, soccer and the National Honor Society. Involvement in the St. Rose of Lima Youth ■ 1 I Katherine McKeown Group, the Thomapple Arts Council Youth Theater, and the Blue Lake Fine Arts Camp also has kept her busy. Besides all of this, McKeow n still finds time to do community service pro­ grams. She has been a junior volunteer at Pennock Hospital, a participant in the St. Rose Christmas Food Basket Program, a frequent visitor for the seniors and shut-ins of St. Rose, volun­ teer for CAA of South Central Michigan, team cap­ tain and staff worker for Relay for Life, student aide at St. Rose of Lima Elementary, and volunteer with the Hastings Exchange Club. Outside interests center around piano and cello. She plans to attend Michigan State University to study pre-medicine. I I I mith iamond market I I SOUTH OFFICE — I 8980 N.RODGERS DR., CALEDONIA, Ml OV I -2222 I Forest Hills/Ada I 2 years young and it shows. This beautiful home I in Crestwood Hills is available with 5 bedrooms 4 baths. An incredible daylight bar and rec I and room with a beautiful stone fireplace and cherry I cabinets. The kitchen window looks out at the I wooded lot and as you sit on the deck you'll enjoy peace and quiet and still be only minutes I the from 28th street shopping I Cail Ted Van Duinen (a 437-2538 or 891-2222 ext. 244 Smith- Diamond I Realty Caledonia Office. Wyoming I I Great location on a cul-de-sac. 3618 Heron SW. 4 bedrooms, 2 baths, ranch style home. Central air, oak cabinets in the kitchen. Quick possession and priced to sell I at $111,900 00 Call Ted Van Duinen a 437-2538 or 891-2222 ext. 244 I Smith- Diamond Realty Caledonia Office. I Under R380 lots I Caledonia Schools-Only one beautiful lot left on Buck Lake 3+ acres and I all wooded. You won't find anything like this in Caledonia Schools at this price. I Only $75,000.00 Call Ted Van Duinen <1 437-2538 or 891-2222 ext. 244 Diamond Realty Caledonia Office. I SmithCaledonia Schools- Ihe road is in! On this 5+ acres with a 40X60 pole I barn already built. This lot is all wooded and you can choose your own builder. I It also has a 20' access to Buck Lake Call Ted Van Duinen a 437-2538 or S FREE -D — ANALYSIS I I I I I I I i- 891-2222 ext. 244 Smith- Diamond Realty Caledonia Office._______________ I I I I I I res Smith-Diamond Realtors' Toll Free 1-888-891-0107 Elizabeth Kelson Sharon Emerson Joan Guikema Lois Heckman Lorna Saladino tlullinger Debra Lampard Mellissa Martinez John McCleve_____________ Mary Kay McCleve Marti McCleve Deanna McCulfor Ryan Ogle Karen Ohlrich Ron Prins Ron Richards Sarah Sa tries______ 3 Dave Vanderwoude Ted VanDuinen Cathy Wilderotter Jos Holbert Sam Wright Wendy Zandstra I I I I I I I I I I I I I I I I I I I I I 305 S. Michigan; Kinship Care or the Commission on Aging office; Felpausch and the Hastings Public Library. There will be applications at the Delton Felpausch Store and the Delton Public Library. The toys will be distrib­ uted to registered Barry County families from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. Saturday. Dec. 20. at the Barry County Expo Center (fairgrounds). The Marines will be on hand to help with the project. On the day of distribution, parents will be required to have a photo identification. Medicaid card or proof of income. A spokesperson for Toys for Tots said. “Barry County families really depend on the Toys for Tots program. Last year 636 children were served. This year we would like to see even more smiling faces around the Christmas tree. No child should be without a gift under the tree on Christmas in the richest country in the world.*' Athlete of the week drates. fats, proteins and veg­ etables. Those attending will learn how many carbohy­ drates they should be eating at a meal and explore how to match insulin doses to what they are eating. They also will learn how to be better prepared when eating out and how to choose healthier foods. There is no registration required for this free educa­ tional lecture. The general public is welcome to come. Metro Health-Caledonia is located at 8941 North Rogers Court. For more information, please call (616) 891-1451. Thomapple Kellogg Varsity Wrestling Thornapple Kellogg junior Adam Loveless had four pins in four matches this week for the Trojan varsity wrestling team. Loveless had pins in dual meet victories Thursday over Allendale and Rockford, then took the 215-pound championship Saturday at the Jeff Lehman Memorial with two more pins______ 111 N. Main St The 4695 Middleville Rd. Nashville, Ml Lynn Denton *37, Mwaiwiii., mi Agency 1 •800-443-5253 517-882-2005 MAKING YOUR FUTURE MORE PREDICTABLE r* FARM BUREAU INSURANCE □0677564 FREE REMOTE START ON ALL NEW 2003 CHEVROLETS & BUICKS ALONG WITH REBATES OF UP TO s4,000..0% TO 72 MONTHS 2005 INVENTORY Surburban Z-71 4x4 (2) Impalas (Driver Ed +S750) Venture Extended Van Trailblazer Extended (Leather) Silverado 4x4 SS Silverado 1500 4x4 Ext. Green w/Tan Leather Bill Seif Chevrolet Buick S M-37 in HASTINGS 280-045-2425 1800 235 2425 �Page 12/The Sun and News, MiddteviHe. December 16, 2003 Fng/d temps, hearty crowd greet Santa Parade r id Braving the frigid temperatures of last Saturday. Caledonia High School marching band entertained the crowd with some welcome holiday music. -J Huddled in holiday hats and warm coats. Caledonia Girl Scouts make a colorful addition to the 2003 Santa parade. New Year’s Resolutions? KELLOGG COMMUNITY COLLEGE 2004 is right around the corner, and so is the new Winter/Spring semester at KCC's Fehsenfeld Center near Hastings. Most classes begin in mid to late January and registration is now underway. In these uncertain economic times, it’s important to maximize use of your educational dollars. Yes, college costs are increasing, yet community college attendance remains the most affordable way to access a quality higher education. Since 1996, we have helped literally thousands of Barry County residents to initiate or resume their college careers. Now it’s your turn. log Where do I start? Start by visiting the KCC Fehsenfeld Center on the web (www.kellogg.edu) or in person to discover your options and to apply. Our advisor is avail­ able on Tuesdays and Thursdays until 6:30 p.m. to discuss certificate, degree, and transfer programs of study in a variety of subject areas. Virtually any post-secondary program - from computer information technology to pre-law - can be started locally and for surprisingly reasonable cost. Getting You There... From Here! Note: The Fehsenfeld Center will be closed for the holidays starting on Wednesday, December 23rd until Monday, January 5th. The Caledonia American Legion Memorial Post #305 mem­ bers sponsor the Santa Claus parade, package up candy to give to the little ones and get the parade started (center front). by Cathy Rueter Staff Writer Despite freezing tempera­ tures in the teens, Santa and Company were welcomed by a nice little crowd at the Caledonia Santa Parade last Saturday. The annual parade is a fun event to watch for little ones on floats, catch up with fami­ ly and friends, and get into the spirit of the season. The parade started and ended with members of the American Legion Post #305, sponsors of the parade. As is tradition, several members were front line at the parade, carrying the flag. Other members brought up the rear to pass out bags of candy to little ones. Until next year! The Caledonia Chapter of the Red Hat Ladies Society, ‘Lady Scarlett,’ fit right in on the Christmas action with their bright cheery colors. * Christopher J. Hier, at 616-891-1240 Rudolf and pal took a break from pulling Santa’s sleigh to visit at the Caledonia Santa Claus parade last Saturday. General Dentistry' for Children & Adults — NEW PATIENTS WELCOME — Early Morning & Evening Appointments Available Conveniently located on M-37 in Caledonia (Right on the tray to orfrom uork) Quality dental care in a relaxed and friendly atmosphere. mnywiii Your Smile The First Thing People See! Boys and boats, Caledonia Cub Scouts ride in style during the Santa parade 03. �The Sun and News. Middleville December 16. 2003/ Page 13 At left: Flying and fluttering in the cold breeze, CHS marching band flag bear­ ers heralded the coming of the holiday music sea­ son. Santa would be proud of this little helper ail dressed in her holiday finery. Even little angels can hitch a ride on a wagon during the Santa parade. This little angel hails from Holy Family Church. At left: If on the wrong side of the parade to get a good look at Santa, the next best thing is one of his merry elves. No worries, Santa always walks down Main Street afterward to visit with community mem­ bers. Make a Tax-Deductible Gift that will last for generations of learners in our Community. Caledonia Education Foundation P.O. Box 353 Caledonia, Ml 49316 GET ALL THE NEWS OF BARRY COUNTY! Subscribe to the Hastings Banner. Call 945-9554 for more information. I Give The Gift That Lasts This Christinas Caledonia Dance Center^, Presents... NEW! 2009 Dance Program January 12, 2004 through May 22, 2004 Santa stops along his busy route to chat w.th a little friend Combination Classes Tap, Ballet, Jazz, Creative Movement, Tumbling Ages 2 1/2-6 Saturday Mornings Tap Classes Ages 4-6 Saturday Mornings Hip Hop Classes Middle School & High School Students Monday Evenings Classes are filling fast! Call for more information and registration. (616)891-1606 Professional Instruction from worthy role models in a fun and caring atmosphere. This simple float was greeted with many oohs and aahhs by the little ones. Could they be hoping for this ‘larger than life’ reindeer to visit their house? �Page 14/Tbe Sun and News, Middleville. December 16. 2003 From Our Readers Local Citizens Speak Out On Issues Caledonia village urbanization unnecessary To the editor: For the last six months the Caledonia Village Planning Commission has been listen­ ing to citizens' objections to the proposed urbanization of the south edge of our village. On Tuesday. Dec 16. the commission will conduct final considerations of Bob Tol’s proposal to build 140 low-income homes on this last remaining green belt. 38 acres owned by property developer Calvin Kooiker. Many of our local devel­ opment decisions are being based on assumptions that reflect a common view among many people, but in fact arc erroneous. Two of these assumptions are 1) There is a credible need for housing in this area, making development inevitable. 2) Necessary infrastructure will be financed by lax dollars generated by more develop­ ment; About housing need and the inevitability of develop­ ment: Kent County’s Urban Sprawl Subcommittee Report states that in the last 20 years Kent County’s pop­ ulation only grew by 18%. In that same period of time urbanization grew 78%. How much of that extra 60% of development and urbaniza­ tion was an unnecessary exploitation of farmland and rural villages like ours? People have not been forced to the country because of a growing population. They have been escaping to rural areas like this, because they became victims of urbanization. They did not say “no" to unnecessary development. maybe because they also bought in to the myth of inevitability. The common view is that we are fighting a “huge tide." But up to 60% of this tide could be based upon superfi­ cial need. Companies create needs every Christmas when they design a new computer game, and people buy them, but it would be a fallacy to say that these companies are meeting a sincere need. The real needs that the Tol development would be meet­ ing are those of the people who want to trade their urban lifestyle for a more rural one. The ultimate irony and tragedy is that with this developer's efforts to capi­ talize on those needs, we will end up contributing to the very thing that these people are running from — more urbanization. At the same time, we will be adding a burden to an infrastructure that is already inadequate, even for our present needs. About development tax dollars supporting infrastruc­ ture: According to the Village Council, the upgrad­ ing of Kinsey Avenue and the intersection of 100th Street at M-37 may cost well over $1,200,000. This does not lake into consideration schools, public services, and other aspects of infrastruc­ ture that need upgrading. Thornapple-Kellogg Community Education New class forming. Openings are available in our afternoon 3-year-old Cooperative Preschool class. Children need to turn three by December 1, 2003 and be toilet trained. Class will be held on Monday & Wednesdays. 12:45 - 3:15 p.m. beginning January 21. 2004. For more information on enrollment. PUBLIC NOTICE Please be advised the Village of Middleville Planning Commission will hold a public heanng on Tuesday. January 6. 2004, at 7 p.m.. or as soon thereafter as the matter can be heard, m Village offices. 100 East Mam Street. MiddlevMe. Ml 49333 The purpose of this public hearing will be to consider a petition to rezone land filed by White Products Employees Federal Credit Union. 295 Lafayette Street. Mtddteviile The peti­ tion seeks to rezone the existing credit union building from 1-2 Heavy Industrial District to C-1 Central Business District and an adjacent vacant parcel from R-1 Low Density Single Family Residential District to C-1 Central Business Distnct A copy of the proposed petition may be examined dunng reg­ ular business hours 9 a m.-5 pm Monday-Fnday at Viftage offices Any interested person may attend the pubtoc heanng and offer comments to the Planning Commission regarding the pro­ posed amendments or may provide comments m writing to the Commission at the address noted above 06577725 Ray Peters Secretary Village Planning Commission The Kent County Report informs us that “As town­ ships urbanize, they are find­ ing that development costs more than the tax dollars generated by development... This leads to... ‘circles of decay* where residents are continually seeking greener pastures. . . Each time a popu­ lation moves, urban prob­ lems are left behind in a w idening circle." The pattern of Caledonia’s development appears to sup­ port this finding. Both the village and the township are struggling right now with the financial challenge of main­ taining our present infra­ structure. Trying to improve it by adding more develop­ ment will be like trying to fix our roads by adding more traffic. When considering this proposal, we must remember there are already nine approved developments waiting to be built, not including the comer of M-37 and 100th (35-40 condos with bank, restaurant, fast food, strip mall, nursing home) and Meadow bloom Farm (400-700 lots). These would certainly add an even greater burden to our infra­ structure problems. What constructive purpose will it serve to squeeze yet another block of 140 houses into our village, and how can we afford them on any level? Last Friday afternoon I lined up with 13 other cars and one tractor on Main Street waiting for the light at the Beltline. What those 13 cars told me was that we have a problem with conges­ tion. What the tractor told me was that we are still a work­ ing agrarian village with a real live elevator that contin­ ues to serve our farmers. In the end, our commis­ sion must choose between developers who want to cap­ italize on this land, and a community of villagers who want to protect the vision of our general development plan, which promotes the continuation of our agrarian lifestyle and small town character. I do not doubt that the members of the Planning Commission will act in what they believe to be the best interest of the village, and I assume that they would not favor the will of developers over the public will, unless they fell that this develop­ ment represented an improvement to our commu­ nity. But if they are com­ pelled in their leadership capacity to accept this pro­ posal against the w ill of the Milage, then I hope that they will explain (prior to their vote) where it is that they hope to lead us. where we will find the supportive infrastructure, and how they feel this development sup­ ports our GDP Vision state­ ment and represents an improvement to our v illage. Stephen Duren. Caledonia Village We’re putting bedrooms in the kitchen To the editor: In critical thinking about money issues in general, and municipality spending in particular, we hear the expressed concern, “robbing Peter to pay Paul.” With regard to the Tol/Kooiker PUD proposal for the historic Kinsey farm area, at the south edge of the Village of Caledonia. Caledonia Township and Kent County, we are robbing young Peter and Paul to pay the developers. In other words, it is this teacher’s professional opinion that this proposal is at the expense of our children and grandchil­ dren. In a copy of the Kent County Urban Sprawl Subcommittee Report, bor­ rowed from the Secretariat of Social Justice. I learn that we are the fifth largest agricul­ tural producing county in Michigan, however, our farmland “is disappearing at twice the state rate.” This is not of necessity, but of trend. “Kent County’s popula­ tion grew by 18 percent in the last 20 years while the County urbanized area grew by 78 percent.” Unnecessary housing, to the tune of a 60 percent wasteland, has displaced our food production capacity. Using the metaphor of com­ munity design to home design, we are putting bed­ rooms in the kitchen. Who is to gain and who is to suffer from this pattern? What are the consequences to present and future genera­ tions? Where will healthful food come from, and the knowledge to produce it? When is the miscomprehen­ sion that sprawl is “progress” going to be correctly under­ stood as a dangerous pro­ gression? How does one pass on a comprehension of farm, food, caring, stewardship and community to children who live in environments under constant destruction and construction, where landmark touchstones disap­ pear seemingly overnight? How can we expect them to know themselves when as community we no longer recognize ourselves? Recently in my education­ al travels to schools and uni­ versities in the U.S., and in Reggio Emilia, Italy. 1 am inspired and hopeful by what I see. It takes a village to raise a child; it takes caring communities to raise healthy societies... and Kent County is blessed by many. Grand P.apids Public Schools has shut down ten schools in the last two years, with the structures’ fates not yet determined. While in our rural school districts, con­ struction barely keeps up with growing enrollments, and children are shuffled about as fast growth is accommodated. The fact that we are impoverishing the children al the center core of our county, and compromis­ ing the well-being of our children at the rural edges of our county, cannot be denied, as tax dollars are stolen away from already existing infrastructures, and imposed on rural communi­ ties... “development costs more than the tax dollars generated by development." cites the Urban Sprawl report. The recent estimates of $500,000 to widen the inter­ section of M-37 and 100th Street, and $650,000 to reconstruct Kinsey Street, translate into a million dollar mile at the village, township and county edge — a too pricey toll to pay. Additional “sprawl concerns in Kent County” included in the sprawl report were seepage problems, storm drainage and groundwater contamina­ tion. traffic congestion and safety. Recently doing research at the County Building. I had to move chairs and get on my hands and knees to locate the Village of Caledonia on the wall map. A laughing, suited passerby inquired then quipped. “You've got devel­ opment way out there?" Borrowing books from the Grand Valley Metro Council. I received a similar com­ ment. accompanied by. “Let us know if there's anyway we can help.” The West Michigan Environmental Action Council, West Michigan Strategic Alliance, and the Land Conservancy have been equally supportive. I was fortunate to attend a panel discussion by the Governor’s Land Council, and to hear a more recent dis­ cussion presented by the West Michigan Strategic Alliance. “Priorities..partner­ ships.. .collaborations., .and education” seem to be key components of creating healthy and equitable com­ munities that survive and thrive. In kindergarten and early childhood art classrooms, I have answered to Ms./ Mrs./ Mr. Peabody, Mrs. Peedlebody and even Mrs. Potty. Outside the classroom, Victoria, Vickie, Veronica... and Virginia work. Since May, residents have been struggling with being zoned away from agriculture for the purpose of 130+ homes, forced into 38 historic farm acres. This Plainly Unjust Development needs to be turned down. That is my Christmas wish for the village, the township, the county... and especially its youngest citizens. Please help the Planning Commission to reject this proposal for a second time, by attending its next meeting at the Village of Caledonia and Township Hall Tuesday. Dec. 16. at 7 p.m. If this “dense” proposal were to be accepted, please have your pens ready for petition. Victoria Peabody. Caledonia CALEDONIA TOWNSHIP MEETING NOTICE A Regular Meeting of the Charter Township of Caledonia Board of Trustees will be held beginning at 7 00 p.m. on Wednesday. December 17, 2003. at the Caledonia Township/Village Hall. 250 Maple Street. Caledonia. Michigan Note Individuals with disabilities may request auxiliary aids and services for the meeting by con­ tacting the Township Clerk at (616) 891-0070 TENTATIVE AGENDA 1 CALL TO ORDER/ROLL CALL. 2 PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE AND INVOCATION 3. CONSIDERATION OF THE MEETING AGENDA 4 PUBLIC COMMENT (BRIEF). 5. APPROVAL OF CONSENT AGENDA A Minutes of the December 3, 2003 Meeting B Correspondence Not requir­ ing Board Action C Approval to Pay Bills D Treasurer s Report E Utilities Report F Building Department Report. G Fire Department Report H. Fairbanks Estates PUD 6. INQUIRY OF CONFLICT OF INTEREST. 7. REPORT FROM BOARD OFFICERS AND STAFF. 8. CORRESPONDENCE. 9. UNFINISHED BUSINESS. A Cable TV Authority 10. NEW BUSINESS. A Utility Management Proposal B Presentation by Steketee For PUD C. Street Light Installation Wingfield Estates D. Final Site Condominium Approval for Snowberry Site Condominium E. Request for Approval of a Special Use Permit by Davenport University F Consideration for Utilities Administrator Assistant Position G New Software Programs for General Ledger. Accounts Payable, Payroll 11. BOARD COMMENTS. 12. PUBLIC COMMENT (EXTENDED). 13. ADJOURNMENT M67TM* PUBLIC NOTICE Please be advised the Village of Middleville Planning Commission will hold a pubic hearing on Tuesday, January 6. 2004 at 7 p.m., in Village offices, 100 East Mam Street, Middleville, Ml 49333 The purpose of this public hearing will be to consider changes to the C -1 Central Business Distnct regula­ tions by when residential dwelling units in non storefront spaces would be permitted as a use by right m said district together with other changes to the C-1 Zoning Distnct recommended m Middleville s Blueprint 2003. A copy of the proposed amendments to the C-1 zoning distnct may be examined dunng regular business hours, 9 am-5 p.m Monday-Friday at Village offices Any interested person may attend the pubic heanng and offer comments to the Planning Commission regarding the proposed amendments or may pro­ vide comments in writing to the Commission at the address noted above Ray Peters Secretary Village Planning Commission 08577727 �The Sun and News. Middleville. December 16. 2003/ Page 15 Io Mf Opinion Let’s support free, open marketplace of opinions There’s a popular phrase. “If you can’t say something positive, don’t say anything at all.” Mote than a few people subscribe to this statement, but don't realize following such advice could be harmful, if not fatal Such is the case when some express the misguided belief that negative news should be either ignored or played down, and negative opinions should not be voiced at all. This space often is devoted to expressing what some may consider negative points of view. Over the past six months. I have been asking some serious questions about how our city, county, schools and state are governed. I have been critical at times, not because 1 dislike someone or have a burr up my posterior, but because I am genuinely concerned about what’s happening and where we are headed. 1 have a deeply held belief that this country was made great by great men who more than 200 years ago gathered to engage in fierce debate over how a new republic should pro­ ceed. The noble experiment we know today as the beacon of modem democracy was not the result of a bunch of guys getting together and agreeing on everything. It was the result of passionate arguments and compromise agreements made after everyone had a chance to be heard. Somehow since then we sometimes have been conned into thinking we all must go along with what our government decides, we should all be on the same page, we should all be on the team. Dissent is discouraged, even ridiculed and marginalized. Many of us talk proudly about our freedom, but then try to silence those who exercise it. I have decided not to be silent about local and state issues of interest because I truly believe a community newspaper’s most solemn responsibility is to inform the public about what their public officials are doing with their money and their trust. I truly believe these public officials should be held accountable. A free and independent newspaper is essential to the continuation of a democratic soci­ ety Without it. it is likely government can do as it pleases because too many people are too busy or simply aren't paying attention because they wrongly think it doesn’t affect them. Our reporters make it a habit to attend meetings and write about their proceedings. Most people don't have the time nor the inclination to go. so the newspaper accounts fill the information gap by telling people what happened. The hope is that by informing the peo­ ple. they will be able to make informed decisions on the issues and whether they want these elected people doing their business come election day. Sometimes the stories alone are unable to help readers connect the dots or be aware of trends that may affect them. This is where editorial comment fill the gap. Editorials can be positive, like the ones written recently about Richard Shaw and Jim Pino. These are two local citizens deserving of praise for their impact on our community. But more often than not, editorials can take on a negative tone because I’m trying to get people to think critically about issues that eventually will affect them. Those who disagree or have other comments are welcome to submit letters to the edi­ tor. For a small town paper, we take great pride in the number of letters we publish each week. This is one of the few places left where John or Jane Doe can speak his or her mind. The opinions of everyday people on serious matters aren’t often seen or heard elsewhere these days. 1 view this as serious for our community and our democracy. And that’s why we publish a variety of letters and opinions that some critics say should­ n’t appear at all. We believe everyone deserves to speak, no matter how silly the point of view may seem, as long as the rules of engagement are followed. Getting back to that original phrase, indeed there are times it’s best to be quiet. But should a doctor hold his tongue when he notices his patient has high blood pressure? Should the navigator be silent when the pilot is headed in the wrong direction? We live in an imperfect world, and mistakes are being made all the time. Deliberately not recognizing the problems becomes denial, and eventually the problem will not be dealt with until it’s too late. Though you may not always agree with what I say. I hope you would respect all opin­ ions and will defend to the death the right to express them. — Fred Jacobs, vice president, J-Ad Graphics Richard J. Choryan, 0D welcomes Sara Davis, 0D to the practice of Caledonia Vision Center 9809 Cherry Valley (M37) Caledonia, Ml 49316 (616)891-2020 & Wyoming Family Vision Care 1391 -36th Street SW Wyoming, Ml 49509 (616)538-5420 (Safi Id) Yankee Springs Board approves $50,000 for park improvements by Patricia Johns Staff Writer After presentations by Peter Forsberg. Fran Leonard and Rob Harriman, the Yankee Springs Township Board Thursday night approve setting aside $50,000 in the next budget for improvements to the Yankee Springs Township Park on Parker Drive. Forsberg, former director at Charlton Park, is working on a grant application and explained that a 50-50 match would be needed. He had suggested a much smaller amount. Trustee Mary Cook noted the one item requested most was a paved walking path If the grant is approved, the township will be reim­ bursed $25,000 for the proj­ ect. The board also approved the bid of B&R Excavating to start leveling the nine-acre site. The park committee is suggesting that athletic qual­ ity turf seed be planted in the spring. The board extended the contract with Profesional Code Inspections at no addi­ tional costs. Under planning, the board approved the final plan for Stan View Estates which was recommended by the Planning Commission at their November meeting However, a request by Arnaldo and Laura Rodriquez to approve rezon­ ing of their entire 15-acre request from agriculture resi­ dential to rural residential was denied. After discussion. the board did approve rezon­ ing the five-acre segment of that request. R-R zoning calls for parcels of one acre and A-R requires parcels of three acres or more The board then allowed a split of the five-acre piece to allow one daughter soon to be mamed to build a home on 1.5 acres. In other business, the Township Board reappointed Charles Biggs. Mary Cook and Gordon Wells to the Zoning Board of Appeals. Wells. Richard Beukema and Jack Finkbeiner were reap­ pointed to the Planning Commission. The next meeting of the Yankee Springs Township Board will be Thursday evening. Jan. 8. 2004. Pay raise, continued from page 1 but would prefer to see an amended contract for the board to vote on. He asked to table this motion and bring the document back. Robertson said board members were making it "way too complicated. We’re looking at the contract and saying the way of setting compensation in the contract is no longer current. I don't quite understand why when it comes to giving this one individual raises, we seem to choke on it. We as trustees have had our pay more than doubled. Every member of this board has had a very generous pay increase. Other people we have brought on have been paid not only at this scale, but well above this scale. Way back when we did this adjustment to every employee in the township, the Finance Committee rec­ ommended to the board the manager's salary be covered under the terms of the JEP." "We don't have to re-negotiate this job. We re just say­ ing he needs to be paid in a manner that's consistent with the external market place. That's the same thing we said to our employees and the same thing the salary com­ mission said for us as elected officials." The Village of Middleville recently hired a manager. Ron Howell, at about $70,000. The board passed the. motion 4-2. Call anytime for Sun & News classified ads Phone 269-945-9554 24 Hours a Day -7 Days a Week Reach over 11,000 area homes �Page 16/The Sun and News, Middleville. December 16, 2003 Main St. reconstruction project planning under way by Ruth Zachary Staff Writer The Caledonia Village Council heard a proposal Dec. 8 for planning a water main to be installed along Main Street. The proposal was pre­ sented by Steve Bishop of Fleis and Vandenbrink. stepping in for Paul Galdes, the village consultant. A plan for Main Street reconstruction is hoped to begin early next year. Funding for the street por­ tion of the project is to come from the Michigan Department of Transporation. perhaps in March or April, and sewer replacement and water for fire hydrants are to be coor­ dinated to save on costs and reduce the ultimate disrup­ tion of the street. The township has trans­ ferred $160.0CX) to the vil­ lage to complete the water transfer agreement. The transfer will help fund the village part of the equation for utility replacement. Village Trustee Dan Erskine moved to approve $3,500 for engineering costs for the project, according to the submitted plans, which was approved. Bids will be solicited soon, and would include all parts of water, sanitary and storm sewer replacement and street reconstruction. There could be a delay between the time the work is begun and until water can be connected. It is hoped the village can access the water main serv­ ing the schools, after two school buildings are demol­ ished on School Street, expected sometime next fall. The water would con­ nect from a tunnel contain­ ing utility mains west of the Main/School Street comer. 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The major purpose of these water lines would be for fire hydrants and fire protection. Hydrants would be placed from 300 to 500 feet apart. Water mains could be 10 to 12 inches in diameter. The value of increased fire protection is desired, although a lowering of insurance rates to homes near the hydrants are already close to the lowest rates possible, unless a fulltime fire department is established. "It may not save you another dollar, but it might save your life," Erskine said. No mandatory residential connections to water would be required. Future volun­ tary water connections could be requested by indi­ vidual residents. In other Village Council business last week: • Trustee Nick Unger reported on the Planning Commission’s evaluation of a request brought by John and Bob Tol for Wesley and Associates, for a planned unit development on Kinsey approval of the rezoning and of the PUD proposal as it now stands, and said. "It’s the wrong plan, the wrong time with no concrete answer or funding to rebuild area roads to carry 900 more cars a day." Trustee Dan Erskine questioned the dimensions proposed for lot layouts and side yards. He said eight feet were planned on one side and five feet on the other. He said if two eight feet side yards were next to each other, this would result in 16 feet between homes, and not 23 feet between units as suggested by the developer. Trustee Audy also said the lot sizes in this plan were very small compared to the lot sizes in the central part of the village, perhaps as much as a third less square footage. Trustees wanted to be sure where the measure­ ments were applied, the res­ ident's lot line, to the house, or the garage, and where a 15-foot front setback is measured from in the front, to the porch. How to fit in an attached two-car garage was not clear. Density is planned for 135 homes on the 38 acres. It was pointed out the number of units planned had gone up and down in differ­ ent stages of discussion, revised in relation to differ­ ent amounts of green space, street arrangement and types of homes proposed. Erskine suggested the commissioners might keep going for less homes. Unger said he would like to see no more than 90 homes in the area. He said the master plan was a guide­ line. "not a law which says we have to have 165 homes." The improvements on Kinsey were discussed. The costs to reconstruct two lanes of Kinsey from 100th Street to Johnson, including storm and sewer with curbs and gutters could cost $650,000. Village Manager Sandra Ayers said this was the engineer s rough esti­ mate. Audy said he planned to visit some of the model communities put forward as the type of project planned in Caledonia. • The Emmons Lake Drain is currently being cleared of brush and cleaned by the Kent County Drain Commission, from an area south of the sewer treatment plant toward Glen Valley. Ayers said. The Drain Commission is using labor done through the county work release pro­ gram and will not include any dredging. The village wood chipper would be used, saving on costs, and trucks will haul away the debris. The activity is expected to clear about a half mile along the Emmons Creek Drain between Glen Valley and the lake. The Drain Commission maintains various drains in the county, and limits the effort to a budget of $7,500 on any drain in a year's time. Costs are billed on an hourly basis, and includes lunch for the crew. The project will go as far as the money will allow, and is expected to continue in January to use the 2004 budget. It is expected that the funds will cover a period of about 15 working days work in December, and then again in January, Ayers explained. This is estimated to go a long way toward cleaning the whole drain, but not all of it, leaving an uncleared stretch between the pond and the lake. Trustee Dan Erskine said. Erskine suggested the village might consider ask­ ing the Drain Commission to continue to finish any incompletely cleared drain sections, and - offer to pay the bill for the remaining portion, and for the commis­ sion to bill only the first two stretches of work to resi­ dents in the district. Normally, the full amount of work is charged to land­ holders in the drainage assessment district, or watershed. There would be no billing until the two time periods of work are com­ pleted. Erskine said. • Ayers said a public drive now is open for traffic from the Caledonia Village Centre (DAW) north to back of the Metro Health Center to avoid M-37. • The manager also said leaf pickup is complete, but if residents still have any leaves they may be bagged for pickup. • An Arbor Day procla mation was read aloud by visiting government student Matthew Lamphier. Of the two trees trimmed with lights south of the Village Hall, one is an Arbor Day tree. • The council next year will follow the same meet ing schedule of the first Monday each month at 7:30 p m., except for March 8. election day. The council will delay that meeting to March 15. • The renewal for health insurance came due this month, and had to be han­ dled immediately before the end of December, without going to the labor commit­ tee. The council approved the changes. • The changes include revised rates with about an 8 or 9 percent increase. Ayers said she thought Priority Health had the best option for the village, because of the small number of employees. The co-pay rates will increase to a $10 office co­ pay and $ 15 for generic and $25 for brand name pre­ scriptions. SOME VACATIONS ARE JUST MORE FUN THAN OTHERS. 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Glenn Steil Jr. (R-72nd District) didn’t need to expe­ rience another rush hour traf­ fic adventure on M-37 (Caledonia) to know that there is a transportation problem. But that’s exactly what he got when he visited Contempo Salon several weeks ago to accept a peti­ tion requesting a full traffic light at 100th Street and M37. Amy Speck, and her moth­ er. Nancy Kious. co-owners of Comtempo Salon, worked toward obtaining names on a petition and presenting them to Rep. Steil in person. Currently, a single traffic light at 84th Street and M-37 stops traffic coming into the Caledonia area (from the north). And though the cau­ tion blinker light that was installed at 100th Street and M-37 not long ago, is a step in the right direction, it does little for slowing traffic or stopping it at intervals from the south. "I think it’s wonderful that the community is coming together in an effort to help me manage the growth in the Caledonia area,” said Steil. "I know what's going on (with the traffic problem) and I’m in the process of working on it." The petition is helping Steil take the growth and traffic issue one step closer to official attention. Official “channels” must be followed of course, and Rep. Steil is working toward that goal. At interview time he was in the process of establishing a meeting between the Michigan Department of Transportation (MDOT). Kent County Road Commission (KCRC) and Caledonia officials. His hope is to get those involved together, at the same time, to discuss the Prairie Garden club celebrates holidays Members of the Prairie Garden Club met for their annual Christmas get together. Member Roberta Meeker (center) is researching the history of the club and welcomes information anyone has about the organization, anyone interested in learning more about the group and perhaps joining can call Meeker at 795-2043 Co-owners of Comtempo Salon, Amy Speck (left), and her mother, Nancy Kious, worked toward obtaining names on a peition and presenting them to Michigan State Representative Glenn Steil Jr. (R-72nd District), in person concerning traffic issues along M-37 in the Caledonia area. problem and possible solu­ "Also, all the people getting tions. "I think the best way to behind this (in) the district. A (full) traffic signal at (work on the problem) is to get everybody at the table to 100th Street and M-37 appears to be the first priori­ answer questions. " "(MDOT and KCRC) ty. But that may not be the have a priority list and I'm only solution to the problem. "An ongoing priority is to trying to get Caledonia high­ er as a priority on that list," safely manage the heavy he explained. "(The petition traffic better for safety," said will) help me accomplish Steil. "In doing so. part of something that I’ve been that would be getting people working on since I got into to slow down." Referring to the petition of office in January." To many people in the 129 signatures, and the community the traffic prob­ (planned for) upcoming lem has become unbearable, meeting with MDOT, KCRC especially during peak traffic and Caledonia officials. Rep. hours. Left turns are near Steil said, "Don’t take it from impossible and it seems that me. Take it from these peo­ the accident rate has ple. This is more convincing. "It’s my hope that people increased dramatically in the past several years. will pay more attention to the Community members have incredible amount of growth been heard to say that they in Caledonia." For those interested in “go out of their way” (for commerce) just to avoid that contacting Steil concerning the ongoing efforts for the stretch of road. But why would a non-res­ M-37 (Caledonia) traffic ident (of Caledonia) be inter­ issue, he can be reached ested in the traffic difficul­ (according to the Michigan State House website) at ties? "To me it seems to have gsteil@house.state.mi.us or the biggest safety risk in my 517-373-0840. district." explained Steil. Thornapple denies request for additional TTES staffer The Thomapple Township Board last week denied a request for one full-time staff member for local ambulance and emergency services. Thomapple Township Emergency Services Chief Mark Marentette requested an additional full-time firefighter/paramedic to be hired. He said this would allow the service to staff a second ambulance when one is out on call. Marentette noted that valuable time can be lost when an ambulance call is refrerred to another service. In discussion of three pro­ posals for this additional per­ son, Treasurer Deb Buckowing voiced concerns that the township did not have a clear idea of the costs of running the new TTES facility. The appointment of anoth­ er full-time person was denied by a 4-3 volte. Buckowing asked that emergency services staffing be reviewed in April, once costs of running the new facility were known. The building is about one month behind schedule. The township will schedule an open house. In other business, the trustees denied a payment of $2,000 to Green Gables Haven, heard an update on the Thomapple Area Parks and Recreation Commission and learned that the 24-Hour challenge will return to the same route as in past years. Yankee Springs Township Supervisor Al McCrumb came to the board with a request that the township and village work on establishing a new recycling facility. He noted the one at Yankee Springs has been over whelmed since the one at the Marketplace grocery had closed. McCrumb told the board that the cost has increased, as well as pickups at the Yankee Springs site. The next meeting of the Thomapple Township board will be Monday. Jan. 12, at 7 p.m. in the township hall. The first quarterly meeting of the new year will be on Wednesday. Jan. 14. at 6 p.m. YOUR ONE STOP WATER STORE ing All Brands or 29 ***£• Water SofteHers.lrw &Odor Fill BEST PRICE, QUALITY, SERVICE Most Common Working Water Problems... • Hardness & Paint Repair (616) 868-6087 All Vehicle Makes & Models Insurance Claims - Save On Deductibles All Work Fully Guaranteed Free Computer Estimating In Business Since 1978 Iron, Sulfur & Manganese Spray-In Truck Bedliners Protect your new truck or improve your older one Owner - Kevin Wagner Corner of Whitneyville & 68th Street — COUPON — Ask us about 6 MONTHS ; INTEREST FREE Come in for a free water test done onsite! ss. Slims© ’ W WATER CONDITIONING 9980 Cherry Valley Caledonia (M-37) 1-888-891-0303 • 616-877-4339 �Page 18/The Sun and News. Middleville. December 16. 2003 M-37 plan updated, discussed Consultant Doug Strauss points out a “hotspot" on one of the aerial strip maps of the M-37 corridor.’ Works discussed comments of the comments, including bv Patricia Johns from two public meetings differing viewpoints on the Staff Writer Doug Strauss of Bcnesch held earlier this fall to look at same issue. For example, one of the comments was that the M-37 corridor. and Associates and Larry First they reviewed some making M-37 three lanes Nix from Williams and through Middleville was not a good idea, yet others think it was the best idea. Strauss uses the aerial Call strip maps to illustrate the comments. Maps will be posted at the Yankee Springs and Thornapple Township Since 1980 offices so that residents will Leonard Hughes Jr. be able to comment on the (517) 852-9040 comments. 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Bruce Bender 415 2nd Street Middleville Here Larry Nix from Williams and Works points out the corridor on the county’s land use map will show Middleville and developing the Mill Pond for zoning along the corri­ site in dor. The planning and zon­ village residents are encour­ condominium Middleville, was there repre­ ing commissions in the aged to stop by to comment. Kitty Rothwell from the senting Caledonia township. Village, and Yankee Springs Michigan Department of He reminded people of the and Thomapple townships Transportation reminded need to also talk to Barry also will review the nuxlel ordinances. Comments or everyone that the access County’s northern neighbor. Information will be given changes will have to be management document is an active document and coordi­ to Caledonia Township fol­ given to the consultants by nation of efforts is important lowing the end of this Friday. Jan. 9. The committee plans to its implementation. She process but because of cost also announced there will be restrictions the study was another open house in February with the date to be an access management class limited to Barry county. Members of the commit­ set after the first of the year. open to public officials in tee were also presented with January. Jerrol DeKok who is a draft of a model ordinance Brog station Vintage Village piece available by Patricia Johns Staff Writer The Brog service station and market, which served the community for many years and is well remembered by school children from years gone by, is the latest piece in the nostalgic Vintage Village series. The service station and market was located on the cor­ ner where Lon Lefanty’s of State Farm Insurance now owns the building. Cheryl Cravero says, “After considereing a number of pos­ sible buildings. Clair Brog’s corner store seemed to be remembered by so many peo­ ple.” Brog served homes and farms with diesel fuel and heating oil. It was a favorite after school stop for candy. The business, started by Clair’s father. Henry, was in operation from the 1930s into the 1960s. Members of the Village Players of Middleville hope there still is a nostalgic feeling for the time when a clock at a service station kept residents on time. (Most cars did not have clocks.) Families could stop by for milk or bread or even catch the bus. This building is now avail­ able for Christmas gift giving and may be purchased at Pharmacy Care , Shear Pleasure and Thomapple Floral and Gifts. The dates for the next din­ ner theater production will be Feb. 13 and 14. 20 and 21, and 27 and 28. This year’s production will be "Of Moss and Men," writ­ ten by David Meyer and pro­ duced by special arrangement with Eldridge Publishing Co. In order for our employees to spend time with their families, our office hours will be: Christmas Eve, Wednesday, December 24th OPEN UNTIL 1:00 P.M. Christmas Day, Thursday, December 25lh CLOSED New Year’s Eve, Wednesday, December 3111 OPEN UNTIL 1:00 P. M. New Year’s Day, Thursday, January lu CLOSED HAPPY HOLIDAYS! Hastings City Bank Here For You Since 1886 �The Sun and News. MiddlesHe. December 16. 2003/ Page 19 Eclipse Spa first to open in Town Center on M-37 Eclipse Spa and Tanning is the first business to open in the new Town Center Mall on M-37 in Middleville Lisa Weeber says. "This is an opportunity to area resi­ dents to pamper themselves without having to leave their hometown.'' Weeber had been in the business for nine years and now feels good about being able to work in her home town. She is well known in the area, coaching middle school cheerleading and her husband. Ben. has coached middle school football and baseball teams. The couple has three chil­ dren. Alicia, who will be working with her mother and sons Travis and Josh. The spa includes a heated whirlpool pedicure chair. "This is excellent for relaxing and taking a break from everyday stress." she says. The spa also offers mas­ sage therapy on heated tables. They will also do facials and nails. They also will have day spa packages with a cham- Lisa Weeber stands in front of some of the high qual­ ity skin care products at Eclipse Spa and Tanning. pagne lunch included. "Remember, guys, gift certificates for a day long pampering session make great gifts," Weeber reminds husbands and boyfriends in the area They carry a full line of skin care and tanning prod­ ucts. Their tanning beds have four levels. The first takes 20 minutes and users can work up to level 4. which only takes 10 minutes a session. The spa also offers spray on tanning. The staff at Eclipse includes a certified massage therapist and Sunsport certi­ fied employees. Eclipse is open from 9 a.m. to 9 p.m. Monday through Friday and from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. on Saturdays. Call 795-9096 for more information. Weeber says. "I look for­ ward to helping others feel good about themselves." Owner Lisa Weeber, sitting on the whirlpool pedicure chair, is surrounded by her staff. She praises them for their commitment to quality, cleanliness and service to clients at Eclipse Spa and Tanning. Pictured from left are Alicia Weeber, Ginger Adgate, Ashli Billett, Jason Bowman, Denise Boonstra, Lynette Rolison and Pam Healy. Scot spikers third in only tournament before break Caledonia varsity volley­ ball coach Toni Bredeweg thinks her team could have done a little more Saturday at the Jerry Fellows Memorial Tournament at Godwin Heights. The Scots finished third overall in the nine team tournament. “We should have won," said Bredeweg. "We were ahead. They did well for our first time out.” Caledonia faced the eventual champions from Montague in the semifinals and fell 15-9. 15-12. The Book discussion for adults is Jan. 7 Kent District Library invites adult readers to get together at the library for friendly, informal discus- Post offices extend hours for holiday season This is the final weekend for extended Saturday hours at local post offices in Hastings. Middleville and Caledonia. In Middleville. the Saturday hours will end at 11 a.m. and in Hastings and Caledonia the post offices will close at 1 p.m. on Dec. 20. The United States Postal Service encourages everyone to mail early. Creekside sions about some great books. Several KDL branches are having book discussions in January. Copies of the fea­ tured title are available at each library's checkout desk. The session in Caledonia will be at I p.m. Wednesday, Jan. 7, onm “Star Bright" by Greeley. For more informa­ tion. call 647-3840. For more information about the book discussions, please call Kent District Library at 784-2007. Scots had an 8-0 lead in the first game, and a 13-6 lead in the second. “They nipped away at us. one at a time,” said Bredeweg. “Little things just kept happening. We’re still getting used to each other. I’m still finding the best combinations of players. They did good overall.” The Scots headed into the championship rounds as the fourth seed, and had to face Union for a second time. This time the Scots took a 14-16, 15-5, 15-3 win over the Red Hawks. Caledonia went 4-2 on the day. Saturday started for the Scots with a loss to Calvin Christian, but they came back to beat Portland in pool play. The Scots then went on Jntreducing... Ed's New Complete Auto & Truck Glass Service! Quality iMJfAuto Glass Quality Service at an affordable price Mobile Service Direct Insurance Billing Certified Technicians Just Masi Ofl 3” 10197 Garbow Rd Middleville HOURS Mon.-Fn. 9:00 am to 6.00 pm: Saturday 9:00 am - 4:00 pm Can t decide what to buy that gardener on your list? Give a Gift Certificate! 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She’s a certified etiquette trainer, and holiday dos and don'ts are her specialty. Stephan earned a Master of Education degree from the University of Akron and was a professor at Wayne College before starting Classic Protocol, an etiquette and protocol consulting com­ pany. She conducts programs across the country for corpo­ rate clients, schools, colleges and individuals, and her manners-minded advice has been featured on television and in newspapers. “The holidays are really the time when people should shine and be at their best." said Stephan. 56. who lives in Canal Fulton. Ohio. “But in all the holiday frenzy, it's easy to let manners slip.’’ So before you begin your merrymaking, better brush up on how to be a good guest. FOC”* AND DRINK Want to kill your career? Get sloshed at the company Christmas party. “Nothing is more disgust­ ing than a holiday lush," said Stephan. But it’s not just alcohol that people abuse at holiday events. “Remember when eating, that this is not your last meal." she said. "You do not have to make a replica of Mount Everest on your plate.” Many people tend to over­ look simple courtesies when eating at gatherings. A man­ ufacturing company hired Stephan to consult with its professional sales staff about table manners. “The manager said he had a salesman that would bite his nails." she said, "and spit them out during a meal.” Definitely not the way to spread holiday cheer. When dining in the com­ pany of others, don’t worry that you have to be Emily Post and master every minute detail about etiquette. But there are a few rules to keep in mind: Remember moderation, be on your best behavior and learn the layout of a table setting so you know basic things like which butter plate is yours. Exotic foods and unusual drinks are often part of holi­ day celebrations. Caviar and smoked salmon on the buf­ fet? Port at the bar? If you don’t like it. mum’s the word. If you don’t know wh it something is. ask. And remember, faking it can backfire. Stephan recalls a story about man who pretended to know wine protocol at a restaurant. “The wine steward gave the cork to him and he didn't know what do with it.” she said. “He took a bite out of it.” Even the most refined folks forget the golden rule at the appetizer table: No double-dipping. Yes. it’s tempting to nibble that chicken wing or tortilla chip and go back for additional dunking. It’s a major no-no. Get caught, and word that you’re a DD will spread faster than a cold virus under the mistletoe. Many people celebrate the holidays with meals at restaurants. Be aware of the difference between a social and busi­ ness dinner. “The purpose of business dining is not the meal, it’s about creating rapport. It’s not really about the food." Stephan said. “If something goes wrong, or you don't like something, as a guest you should not make a big deal out of it." INVITATIONS Honor your RSVPs. “This is one of the biggest holiday faux pas people make." said Stephan. Many a host and hostess has put tremendous effort into a party, only to have people respond late, not respond at all. or say they are coming and not show. “If the invitation says 'Regrets Only ’ and you don’t call, they are assuming you are coming." she said. If you say you will attend, you must. Last-minute cancella­ tions are unacceptable, bar­ ring major medical emergen­ cies. If you are invited to some- Senior Citizens treated to lunch The annual Senior Citizen holiday lunch sponsored by the Thornapple Kellogg School District on Dec. 5 was very popular. Sometimes this is the only time during the year that senior citizens living in the district have a chance to talk with each other. More than 165 local senior citizens enjoyed lunch at the Middle Villa Inn on Dec. 5. 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It should be a thoughtful token of your appreciation. “Wine, cookies, and orna­ ments are very appropriate.” Stephan said. If you can’t manage that, don’t throw something together just to have an item in hand. “It’s better to give a really nice card than a cheap, poorly wrapped gift." she said. said. “They probably don’t have time to entertain you just yet." — Do not be late for din­ ner. Many a Caesar has wilt­ ed, beef Wellington cooled and baked Alaska melted waiting for tardy guests — Know when to go. “Don’t be the last person to leave the party. ” Stephan said, “unless you plan to be part of the clean-up crew." ATTIRE A “stylish-casual" dress code is often the assumed holiday attire, but you never know. “If you aren't sure what to wear, call the hostess and ask. ” Stephan recommends. If it is a company party, think professional. Ladies, forget plunging necklines and micro minis, and guys, skip KNOW THE DON’TS Don’t bnng anything that will create havoc. “Such as food that needs to be assem­ bled or flowers without a vase." Stephan said. “The hostess has enough on her mind." Don’t pout if the hostess does not use your food or wine gift at the event. “It might not fit in with what she has planned." she said. Don’t expect the hosts to open your gift. He or she may want to open it later, in private. “Opening it might make someone else feel bad that didn’t bring one," Stephan said. MIXING AND MIN­ GLING Try to talk with everyone at the party at least once. The whole idea of a party or open house is to socialize and spread good cheer. "If you want to be able to make small talk with people, know the basics, know what’s going on in the world,” Stephan advises. “Read the paper, go to movies, watch the news.” “I don’t like sports, but I watch the last two minutes of im[M)rtant games just so I know 1 can talk about it,” she said. Don’t whisper or point. Don’t talk about income, sex or health problems. Don’t share strong politi­ cal or religious opinions. Don’t tell off-color jokes. Don’t spew about yourself, unless you want to be brand­ ed the party bore. TIMING — Do not arrive early. "The hosts are usually running around seeing to last-minute details," Stephan Trojans win half their matches at Otsego The Trojan varsity girls’ volleyball team is 2-2 after its first Saturday of the 2003-04 season. New head coach Jaime Nelson said her girls’ played well at the Otsego Invitational Saturday. "It was a good day. for the first day of the season.” said Nelson The Trojans started the day by gening the best of North Adams 15-11. 15-3. TK’s second victory came over OK Gold foe Hastings. 15-11, 15-2 TK came out of pool play as the second seed, and faced Hart. The Pirates topped the Trojans, but TK didn’t make it easy for them falling 15-6, See TK vofcyba*. pg. 24 the T-shirt and tennis shoes. Teens and young adults may need special guidance when dressing for holiday gather­ ings. Stephan said. "Parents need to realize that dress protocol applies to kids." she said. “They should not wear jeans, have clean and neat clothing and boys should have collars, no Tshirts." Show your appreciation. After the party, send a writ­ ten thank s ou to the host and hostess. It takes just a few minutes to show how much you appreciate their generos­ ity and hospitality. And lastly, get in the spir­ it. Stephan has a unique reminder method to help spread the spirit of the sea­ son. “Every day during the holidays, put five pennies in your pocket,” she said. “Every time you say some­ thing nice or do something nice for someone, move a penny to the other pocket. At the end of the day. if all the pennies are in the opposite pocket, you’ve done your job." Visit Copley News Service at www.copleynews.com. Looking PRINTER? 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Friday night in the home opener, the Trojans’ knocked off their old foes from the OK Blue 64-57. The Trojans came out strong in the second half to pull ahead in the contest, outscoring the Hawkeyes IS­ IS in the period. Junior Jon Yeazel poured in 20 points for TK. and sen­ ior Brett Knight added 19. For the second consecu­ tive game the Trojans won the rebounding battle, they led Hamilton 25-22. Junior Trevor Manning had the first double-digit scoring game of his varsity career with 11 points, and led the team with six rebounds. Chase VandenBerg added seven points for TK. Middleville’s defensive pressure and fast break worked well in the season opener Tuesday night, as the Trojans took a 67-45 win at Maple Valley. The Trojans opened with an 11-0 run highlighted by a TK senior Bobby Hebert gets some advice from coach Kurt Holzhueter after picking up a few early fouls in the Trojans' win Tuesday at Maple Valley. (Photo by Brett Bremer) break away dunk from junior the Trojans didn’t have too guard Yeazel. and the con­ much trouble getting good shots against the Lion test was never in doubt. When things slowed down defense, but their shooting touch wasn't quite there yet. More often than not. the missed shots landed in Trojan hands. A 34-20 edge on the glass was a big factor in the Trojans’ dominance. Senior Mark Roiison did much of the work inside for TK. pulling down nine rebounds to lead the team. Roiison also poured in a team high 16 points, as part of the balanced Trojan attack. Yeazel added 15 points, and Knight scored ten for the 1-0 Trojans. Maple Valley, which was missing junior guard Dustin Meade, and awaiting the arrival of sophomore guard Adam Lamphere in its line­ up. had a tough time dealing with TK’s press for the first half of the game. TK opened the second half, already leading 31-15. and went on an 8-0 run with feisty defense leading to easy offense. Back-to-back lay-ups by Yeazel. one on a fancy behind the back pass from senior guard VandenBerg and another off a steal, pushed the Trojan lead to 3915 and had the Lions calling time-out just over a minute into the half. Holzhueter called off the press, but TK still built on its lead, up to 32 points early in the fourth quarter. Junior forward Jason Beardslee provided most of the offensive fire power for Valley, he finished with a game high 18 points and led the Lions with six boards. Josh Bursley finished with eight points for Valley, and Lance Burpee tossed in seven. Junior forward Cliff Tomson added eight points for TK. while junior center Manning scored seven. League play begins to TK Tuesday with a trip to Holland Christian, then. Friday the Trojans will play host to Hastings. Scot wrestlers split up to take on two Invites Trojan junior Jon Yeazel makes a move towards the basket around Maple Valley's Lance Burpee during the second half of TK’s 67-45 victory on Tuesday night. (Photo by Brett Bremer) Caledonia’s varsity wrestling team is still very young. So young in fact, many of its top wrestlers took part in Friday’s JV Invitational at Rockford rather than wrestle Saturday with the rest of the varsity at the Kent County Classic. Instead, wrestlers like Ted McCoy and Zach House were winning championships at Rockford. They were just two of four Scots to medal there. Tyler McCoy finished in second place and Nick Cramer took third. Others w inning matches at Rockford for the Scots' JV team were Steve Jousma. Aaron Gilfranklin. Bryce VanderHeide. Ryan Nedry, and Brandon Grinage. Coach Doug Cook also told coach Jim Maxim that Bob Reed had a good day at Rockford. Reed, who coach Maxim calls a talented football play­ er. is wrestling for the first time this winter. Not only to wrestle, but to stay in shape for football season. Maxim said that he and Reed are both trying to encourage other football players to join the wrestling team to get in shape for next football sea­ son and to help the Scots out on the top end of their line­ up A couple other talented football Scots. Angel Castillo and Jim Haisma were among five from Caledonia to medal at the Kent County Classic Saturday. Haisma was one of four Scots to finish in fourth place. Also finishing fourth were Justin Maxim. Tyler Cook, and Frank D’Amico. Castillo finished sixth over­ all. Caledonia’s Tyler . Bowden and Caleb Moorhead each finished just out of the medal round, both falling in overtime one win shy. The varsity Scots will be in action Saturday at Maple Valley for the Jesse Snow Memorial Tournament. khislmas ! at Caledonia United Methodist Church CAVIN CHEVROLET • BUICK • PONTIAC AUTO BODY We meet by accident. Vour full service auto body repair shop. HOURS: MONDAY - FRIDAY 8 00 - 5:00 Ciirjstinic; SidlVdiilb Come Worship with us as we welcome the birth of the Christ child on Wednesday, December 24 Christinas Eve 6:00 PM - Family Candlelight Service 11:00 PM - Communion and Candlelight Service Caledonia United Methodist Church Bob Potts - Body Shop Manager M-57 North of Middleville, Across from Middle Villa • 795-3 318 . 250 Vine St., Caledonia, MI 49316 Phone: 891 -8669 �The Sun and News, Middleville, December 16, 2003/ Page 23 can’t keep up with Kentwood The Fighting Scots had a tough test in front of them to open the varsity boys’ bas­ ketball season, with a road game at East Kentwood. The Falcons took a 74-55 win over the Scots, but Caledonia isn’t too disap­ pointed with its start. “We played pretty well against an extremely athletic team," said Scot coach Jason Vander Woude. "Great first game for our program." The Falcons jumped out to a 16-8 lead in the first quar­ ter, and then pulled away in the second half Caledonia had to worry about an awful lot of scorers for Kentwood. Five Falcons finished in double digit scor­ ing. led by Robert Ford with 16. The Scots had three make it to double digits them­ selves. Abe Mulvihill had a game high 17 points to lead Caledonia. Ryan Rogers tossed in 13 points, and Kelan Donahue added 10, including two 3-pointers. Caledonia is now 0-1 as it heads into O-K Gold play against the Wyoming Park Vikings Tuesday night, in Wyoming. Friday Caledonia opens at home by hosting Byron Center. 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The Red Arrows Varsity met the Grandhaven Buccaneers last Wednesday at Standard Federal Ice The Lowell-Caledonia varsity hockey team took a big step forward Saturday The L-C team didn’t get a win, but pulling out a 3-3 tie against Grand Rapids Catholic Central wasn’t a small achievement for this team. The Red Arrows fell behind 2-0. but battled back to tie the game at three with two goals from Brandon John and one from Ted McCoy. Corey Kelly and Will Holland each had an assist in the contest. L-C goaltender David May lone had to turn away Arena where both teams put on quite a show. With 29 shots on goal for L-C and 31 for Grandhaven, the 5 - I outcome certainly might be different if it weren’t for the strong pro­ tection in net by RedArrows netminder David Maylone and the strong defensive play. Opening up the game in the first period. Grandhaven's Justin Mathis snuck one by Maylone at 9:16 into the game. The RedArrows responded as Brandon John (assists Ted McCoy. Corey Kelly) fought through heavy traffic to tie the game 1 -1 before the period ended. The L-C team came out charged in the second peri­ od. because John (Kelly) came out within the first minute with the go ahead goal. The Buccaneers never recovered as the two teams exchanged shots with Ted McCoy (Ramsey Charrouf) scoring during a power play followed by an exciting slap shot fed to Ted McCoy by Brandon John, closing the second period with a 4 - 1 lead. Toys for Kids pickup point. We distribute ALL donations locally! Help us help those in need. 01 Chew Tahoe LT 01 Chevy Impala 23K miles. ’10.995 00 Chevy 3/4 T Silverado 98 Honda CR-V $15,995 00 Subaru Forester GAVIN • Chevrolet * Buick • Pontiac 795-3318 * 891-8151 M-37 Nortn o< MKMtevtfte, Across from MkMievtUa SALES HOURS; Mon & Wed 8 to 8; Tues . Thurs & Fri 8 to 6: Sat 8 to 1 SERVICE HOURS Mon 8 to 8: Tues - Fri. 8toS The third period was especially exciting as both teams peppered the other’s goalies with little success. Finally, with 3:41 remaining in the game. L-C’s Ted McCoy and Corey Kelly broke away from the crowd and. passing the puck back and forth. McCoy put it in on a clearly outmanned Shu Kettinger. The game saw the return of Ramsey Charrouf and Josh John w ho had been out of action since the begin­ ning of the season. The RedArrows’ John Truszkowski. Michael Baron. Jay Ryan. David Sweeney and Kyle Austin, provided strong support while defensemen Holland. McCoy. Kelly. Charrouf and Jon Christiansen controlled the front of the net along with May lone. TK volleyball, continued from pg. 21 11-15. 18-16. The Trojans other loss came to the hosts from Otsego. 15-7, 15-8. A bright spot on the Trojan team for the day was the play at the net. Offensively Andrea Otto had a strong day up front, while Jessica Flaska had a good blocking day. said Nelson. Kristen Willemstein had a strong day for TK sen ing the ball. The Trojans will be at Wyoming Park for a tourna­ ment this Saturday. It's far too early for TK coaches to be too excited by Brett Bremer Sports Editor TK varsity wrestling coaches Tom Lehman and Scott Marvin are holding back any excitement they might have about this sea­ son's Trojan team. The Trojans are 4-0 in dual meets, and have won the two tournaments they’ve been entered in this winter including Saturday's cham­ pionship at the Jeff Lehman Memorial in Middleville. “If we’d have won all 14 flight championships on pins, then we’d be where we want,” said Lehman. The Trojans only won seven of the flight champi­ onships, and only four of them were by pin. The Trojans medaled in all 14 flights. That’s just the TK Black’ squad. The TK ‘Orange squad finished fourth in the eight team tour­ nament, with eight wrestlers medal ing. “It was really good for our young kids to wrestle this many matches,” said Lehman. “I’m real pleased with the way we wrestled. In every flight where we had a senior win it, we had a fresh­ man or sophomore who placed.” Winning championships for TK were Justin Lewis at 119, Brian Cuneo at 145, Kalani Garber 152, Dayne Fletke 160, Andrew Reeder 171, Eric Reeder 189, and Adam Loveless 215. Between the two teams, six Trojans finished in sec­ ond place, three in third, and six in fourth. At 119, 152, and 160 Trojans faced off against each other for the championship. Lewis pinned Mike Gurski at 119, Garber took an 8-1 decision for the Black at 152 over Chris Humphrey, and Fletke was able to pin Ben Ybema in the 160 pound championship. Other wrestlers finishing in second place for TK were Mike McKeown, Ryan Fletke 140, and Matt Potter 275 Placing in third for TK were Brett Tinker 103, Tom Winwright 112, Nate McMurry 130, and Scott Brown 135. Fourth place medals were won by the Trojans’ Mike Hooper 125, Tim Hall 140. Troy Hughes 145. Sean Barrett 171, and Derrick Brock 275. Overall team scores for the day were TK Black 254.5, Fruitport 129, Holland 114.5, TK Orange 101, Dexter 89.5, Maple Valley 77, Grandville B 37, and Portland 32 The Trojans third and fourth dual meet wins of the season came Thursday at Rockford, as TK topped the host Rams as well as Allendale. The Trojans aren’t really ready to get too excited about those wins either. "We just got lucky recent ly,” said Marvin. It must have been luck that helped the Trojans to five pins in a 45-21 over the hosts from Rockford. Cuneo. Garber, Dayne Fletke, Loveless, and Potter each pined their opponents against Rockford. The Trojans also got a 5-1 win from Andrew Reeder at 171, and a 4-1 win from Eric Reeder at 189. Lewis and McKeown both won deci­ sions. as did Bowerman. “It’s one of those things where Rockford is always a gcxxJ test of where you are this early in the year,” said 1 .ch man It looks like the Trojans are in a good spot, although being in a good spot in December and being in a good spot in February are two different things. TK topped Allendale that same night 53-17. Ryan Fletke, Dayne Fletke, Eric Reeder, Loveless, and McKeown each scored pins against the Falcons. Garber and Andrew Reeder both scored technical falls against their opponents. Potter, Lewis, and McMurry all scored deci­ sions, while Tim Hall took an 11-2 major decision at 140 pounds. The Trojans next take to the mats when they host the TK Duals Saturday, December 27. � https://barrycountyhistoryportal.org/files/original/25/713/SunandNews_2003-12-23.pdf 72ed91bfed37c9ce6d879dd490be2a70 PDF Text Text HASTINGS PUBLIC LIBRARY HST 58-1893 You’ No. 52/December 23, 2003 rServing Middleville and Caledonia Areas 132nd year Published by J-Ad Graphics, Inc. Bay Pointe demolition is Dec. 30, auction Dec. 26 by Patricia Johns Staff Writer The historic Bay Pointe restaurant structure cannot be moved from the site and will have to be demolished to make way for a new 40-room hotel Mike Powers of Bay Corp., who bought the Gun lake area restaurant last fall from Ron Martin, said he originally hoped to have someone move the building from the site, thereby saving it, but it just wasn't feasible. As a result, there will be an auction for parts and con­ tents of the building on Friday, Dec. 26, and it will be demolished Tuesday, Dec. 30. Construction on the new hotel will start at the beginning of next month. Pat Staley, public relations consultant working with Powers and Bay Corp, announced Wednesday morning, “Exhaustive efforts have been made to save Gun Lake's Bay Pointe Restaurant on Marsh Road. But avenues taken have proved too costly and destructive to its surrounding environment. The building must be razed." Powers said. “It has not been an easy decision. We've tried every angle possible to save it, but it just can't be done. We have, however, come up with a solution to allow any interested patron or resident an opportunity to own a little piece of Bay Pointe." Powers has been working with Sam D'Angelo, a Grand Rapids businessman, to move the restaurant. D'Angelo was the first per­ son to contact Powers expressing interest in mov­ ing the building off the prop­ erty. Movers have been out to look the situation over, and up until Monday. Dec. 15. plans called for moving the historic building it to a near­ by location in Barry County. “We knew it was going to be a major undertaking." said Powers, "but we thought we could do it." Ultimately, however, it has proven to be an impossi­ bility. given the time frame D'Angelo has to work with. Bay Corp, needs to start on construction by the begin­ ning of next year. "Overall, it has completely become a much larger proj­ ect than we realized."said Powers. "We've talked to the mover and in further study­ ing the building, the chimney and fireplaces, the pipes and electrical, he has deemed it an insurmountable task." As it is. the building could only be moved a half mile to a mile from its original loca­ tion. Total cost would have run more than $200,000. said Powers. Movers also looked at dis­ assembling the restaurant, moving it in sections, but that proved to take too long, from 60 to 90 days, to com­ plete. See demolition, pg. 7 Caledonia Twp. utilities administrator resigns by Ruth Zachary Staff Writer When Utilities Administrator Rich Pierson resigned earlier this month, effective Dec. 10, Caledonia Township was left to consid­ er whether there should be a restructuring of the way the department will function. Tensions often were apparent to the public over the past months, as criticisms and responses were aired over the way the sewer expansion was handled, rep­ resenting a continuum of financial to philosophical points of view. Pierson at one point com­ plained in a letter to Township Trustee Richard Robertson that remarks were accusatory, asserting proj­ ects had been orchestrated or manipulated, were of a per­ sonal nature, and "regardless of the outcome, both sides were seeking "someone to blame." Pierson said, "I accept the challenge to address the issues squarely and fairly going forward, as we have always done in the past." He charged that "the Township Board, through its divisiveness over this issue (initially) is beginning to micro-manage numerous items. including utility issues." Pierson has functioned as a consultant with the town­ ship for seven years, and has been involved in several expansions of system sec­ tions of both public water and sanitary sewer, notably in the northwest part of the township and more recently the M- 37 expansion which continued to south of 100th Street. Township Supervisor Bryan Harrison said there had been many contentious issues and divisions among board members over the last utilities expansion, especial­ ly extension of utilities to Garden Grove, leading up to Pierson's decision to resign. Treasurer Jill Cardwell expressed her gratitude for Pierson's service over the past seven years. The trea­ surer's department and the utilities department must work closely together, giving her the opportunity to know Pierson well. Cardwell also thanked the Utilities Committee for all the work it had done over the past years, especially during the expansions undertaken. She asked for their input in making the transition needed in the near future. Two agenda items, "utility management proposal," and "consideration of utilities administrator assistant posi­ tion" were removed from consideration Wednesday, Dec. 17, so the Utilities Committee could have more time to prepare recommen­ dations to the board. Pierson left a departure memo Wednesday. Dec. 10, reviewed the state of the work in progress by the department, as well as an extensive list of recommen­ dations. Pierson commented, "1 am aware Mr. (Township Manager-Planner David) Zylstra is bringing to the board proposals for Contract Operations. However, it is my experience (having worked for Williams and Works Operations Services Earthtech's predecessors) that Contract Operations is not the appropriate structure to handle the administrative functions of our utility. Pierson included examples to illustrate "the need to have someone, in-house , at the township offices in responsive, responsible charge of answering the numerous utility inquiries at the administrative level." He said letters, many writ­ ten by his assistant, Colleen Giamo, could demonstrate the complexity of the admin istrative function of the local utility department. He said he recommended the township appoint and promote Giamo as utility administrative assistant, allowing her to continue "our tradition of prompt, written responses to all utility inquiries." Pierson said, "Colleen has. since her hiring in March 2000, attended numerous meetings, has continuously been involved in the legal, engineering and financial issues and, 1 believe is capa­ ble of handling of current and future inquiries." In This Issue... • KISD special ed millage election set for Feb. 24 • Caledonia’s Supt. search now is over • $3 million plus budget approved in Middleville • Caledonia Twp. Board sends rezoning request to planners �Page 2/The Sun and News, Middleville. December 23. 2003 KISD special ed millage election set for Feb. 24 by Cathy Rueter Staff Writer The Caledonia Board of Education last week adopted the resolution to approve the wording on the ballot for a special education millage election Tuesday. Feb. 24. The vote will be held in every district tjhat is part of the Kent Intermediate School, which includes Caledonia and Thomapple Kellogg. Also approved was a reso­ lution appointing election inspectors for the special election. The board formally announced the hiring of Wes VanDenburg. currently the superintendent at Belding Schools, as the new superin­ tendent (See corresponding article on VanDenburg). Carol Nelson-Purkey. per­ sonnel director, has been act­ ing as interim superintendent ever since Doug Busman vacated the position earlier this year. "I can now start counting down the days, instead of the months (until she can resume her regular schedule/position).’ she joked. "I have to thank everybody on the administration team. I could­ n’t have done it without them. I think it’s brought our Caledonia’s Supt. search now is over by Cathy Rueter Staff Writer The search for a new superintendent for the Caledonia District officially has come to an end The Caledonia Board of Education unanimously voted to hire Belding Superintendent Wes VanDenburg last Tuesday, Dec. 16. VanDenburg has been officially hired to fill the position left vacant earli­ er this year when Doug Busman decided to take a teaching position at Grand Valley State University. VanDenburg’s appoint­ ment was added as an adden­ dum to the board agenda after contract negotiations were finalized. A yearly salary of $119,500 was part of the agreement reached between him and the board. VanDenburg was able to attend the meeting last Tuesday and greet some of the staff that he will be work­ ing with at various Caledonia schools. VanDenburg. a Hastings High School graduate, has over ten years of superin­ tendent experience with two school districts. As stated in a previous article, his resume is filled with educational and professional achievements, including two master’s degrees (one in educational leadership and one in coun­ seling and personnel), both from Western Michigan University, and many educational/professional seminars to his credit. His professional experi­ ences over the past 30-plus years include that of superin­ tendent. principal, (high school and middle school), assistant principal, teacher, counselor, athletic director and school board member of various schools. VanDenburg will begin his new career as the superin­ tendent of the Caledonia School District on Feb. 1. 2004. Wes VanDenburg, currently superintendent of Belding Schools, has officially been hired as the new superintendent of the Caledonia School District. Here VanDenburg greets Daryl Kingsbury, currently the Caledonia Middle School Vice Principal (soon to be the principal of the new Caledonia Middle School). administration team and board closer — working together.” Besides finalizing VanDenburg’s appointment, the board approved the hir­ ing of Michelle Hazen (.5 ECDD/Emmons Lake), Kelly Donohue (.5 ECDD para pro/Emmons Lake) and Kim Zoller (Title I para pro/Dutton Elementary). They also approved a leave of absense for Cynthia Hall (bus driver) and the retire­ ment of Sharon Mossel (sec­ retary at Dutton Elementary). In other business last week, the school board: • Adopted the proposed budget amendments for the 2003-04 general fund. Financial consultant for the district. Jim Oleson, spoke with the board about the pro­ posed amendments. In a later telephone inter­ view, Oleson explained that the total amended revenue was $29,442,622 and the total amended expenses were $29,239,052. “Whatever’s left over” will be added to the Carry Forward fund balance (cur­ rently at $3,777,149 as of July 1. 2003). After the explanation of the figures during the board meeting, board member Bernie Nagel, questioned. "So. that gets us totally back in line with our budget for now..." To which Oleson replied. "Yes. But that doesn’t reflect the state revenue cuts." Nelson-Purkey later noted that on Dec. 18 the Michigan House of Representatives passed, by 64 votes, the sixmonth long freeze on the income tax rollback. This means the school aid cut for the remainder of this year will be at (approximately) $100 per student rather than $196 per student (as original ly thought). • Held a closed session, as allowed by state law. to dis­ cuss student disciplinary actions. A male ninth-grader was expelled for possesion, second offense. • Approved instructional materials “Science” for sec­ ond and fifth grades, pub­ lished by Harcourt Brace 2002 as presented at the November board meeting. The materials have been available at the administra­ tion office since that meeting for public viewing. • Heard from Caledonia High School Student repre­ sentative Brittany Box that the district-wide Toys for Tots campaign netted 444 toys toward the program. There has been no word yet as to what place standing this put the school in for the county. She also mentioned that the school is finishing up the skateboard design contest and the big buck contest that has been recently going on at CHS. No word of the win­ ners yet. cHapp^ ^Hofida^s etalon. Inc. 99S4 CHEWY /ALLEY - CAiEDONIA (616) 891-1272 Llfre Gokw 4 Superb Stifle . i �The Sun and News. Middleville. December 23, 2003/ Page 3 ” The Holly Trolley makes its annual visit to Middleville on Monday, Dec. 22 from 68 p.m. Tickets will be sold at the Midtown Cafe Pick up is by the Mill Pond offices on High Street and there will be refreshments and entertainment following the rides in the VFW Hall on Mam Street Holly Trolley to visit Middleville Dec. 22 by Patricia Johns Staff Writer Middleville’s holiday sea­ son has benefited by a visit by the Holly Trolley over the past several years. It is one last time in 2003 for the community to get together to celebrate. It has­ n’t really mattered if there has been snow or rain or dark of night. The Holly Trolley visit to Middleville will be Monday evening. Dec. 22. from 6 to 8 p.m. This year’s visit is being made possible with the cooperation of the Middleville United Methodist Church, local Boy Scout troop 105, UAW Local 1002, the Middleville Downtown Development Authority and many other volunteers. Tickets can be purchased that night in the Olde Downtown of Middleville at the Midtown Cafe, where the Boy Scouts will be selling the tickets for $1 per person with a $5 cap per family. If the weather is blustery, guests also may wait in the cafe. The trolley will be forming its line along St. James Circle by the Mill Pond Condo office then pro­ ceed throughout the village. Riders will be dropped off at the north side comer of Main and High streets. Besides viewing the lights. Shellie McQueen and other DDA volunteers hope the weather permits to setting out luminaries from the M- 37 intersection with Grand Rapids Street. McQueen says, “We also encourage residents through­ out the village to decorate and/or set their own luminar­ ies out." She also encourages visitors to stop by the gazebo in Stagecoach Park to see this year’s Christmas tree donated to the village cele­ bration by Dig-a-Tree. There will be entertain­ ment on the trolley provided by local residents. After the nde is over people will be dropped off at the north cor­ ner of Main and High Street. Then anyone with a ticket may then go to the VFW hall on Main Street, where their ticket gets them more enter­ tainment, including perform­ ances by the bell choir, pup­ pet ministry and praise band. Coffee, hot chocolate and cookies donated by the Middle Villa Inn also will be served. This year’s visit by the trolley is sponsored by UAW Local 1002 at Bradford White and Mill Pond The Middleville Methodist Church also will have the living nativity on the comer of Church and Main streets. Church mem­ bers will be playing the roles of the holy family and real animals also will fill the little stable. movie outpost VIDEO SUPERSTORE $3 million plus budget approved in Middleville by Patricia Johns Staff Writer New Village Manager Ron Howell reviewed the proposed 2004 budget for members of the Middleville Village Council and the pub­ lic Dec. 18 and a $3 million package was adopted. Howell presented a budget that is conservative when it comes to revenue sharing, but prepared to fulfill the vil­ lage's goals in the next year. He anticipates that total revenue will be $3,009,011 and expenses for everything from office supplies to side­ walks should come in at $2,991,309. He thanked Chris Mugridge for her help in preparing the budget so that it was ready on time. Council approved the budget with the understand­ ing that major projects will come to them for approval. Council adopted a resolu- tion approving approv ing the request by Phil’s Pizzeria for a liquor license from the Michigan Liquor Control Commission. The council also approved 2.6 . percent raises for Mugridge. Department of Public Works head Wayne Winchester and Planner Geoff Moffat. Village President Lon Myers noted that the cost of health insur­ ance was one reason for the raise level that was approved. “Costs continue to rise in the health insurance area and we will have to keep an eye on it.” he said. In other business. Howell gave an overview of the code enforcement procedure. He stressed that the procedure would be enforced equitably. Several residents asked that the board look into local ordinances, especially relat­ ing to trailers in front and side yards. Myers told residents that the ordinances were not enforced for a long time but they will be now. He asked the ordinance committee to review the ordinances but told residents that the ordinances would be enforced during the time the committee needed to review them. In other business, the council agreed to participate in the annual Mayor Exchange Day. approved the National 24 hour challenge coming through town on Father s Day Weekend and approved the planting of 30 street trees on West Main and Grand Rapids streets as part of the road improve­ ments finished this summer. The next meeting of the Village of Middleville Council will be at 7 p.m. Tuesday. Jan. 13. Next Mystery Dinner Theater production slated for Jan. 24 by Patricia Johns Staff Writer Have you ever attended a school reunion and thought, “someone ought to write a play about this?” Well now you have a chance to participate in a Mystery Dinner Theatre event to raise money for Barry County Leadership on Saturday, Jan. 24, 2004. The cast from the Thomapple Players is being directed by Jeff Kniaz and Norma Jean Acker is produc­ ing. The audience will get to enjoy the ambiance of a school reunion with a fatal twist. There will be a mystery to solve, as well as lots of laughs. The play with dinner catered by Dana Rittenberg will be held on Saturday. Jan. 24. Ticket holders are invited to stop by for appetizers and a tour at the Adrounie House at 6 p.m. and then go to the dinner at the Emmanuel Episcopal Church hall at 7 p.m. Tickets are $40 a piece and can be purchased at the Barry County Area Chamber of Commerce or at the Adrounie House. Proceeds from this dinner will help support Leadership Barry County. Director Nancy Goodin says. "This is a great chance to help support leadership Barry County while having a really gtxxi time.” Since seats arc limited. Goodin suggests ordering tickets as soon as possible. “You know tickets to this show would make a great stocking stuffer. By the end of January I hope people will be kxiking for a place to have a gtxxi time and help support leadership. The 2(X)4 leadership class still has openings. Information about the class is available at the chamber office at 945-2454. We’re so sure you’ll love a Carnival vacation, we guarantee it. Take the Carnival Vacation Challenge and see for yourself just how much more fun. more value and more vanety you! get on a Carrwal cruise than any other vacation You! enjoy superb tfcnmg, lavish entertainment, a fnencty casco and Spa CarrwaL- Were jo *** c ^e you a free double upgrade* just to try C Hus. onty Carrwal offers a free Vacation Guarantee Sc. take the CanwaJ Vacation Challenge now and dsccver a vacation that's just more fcri Glen Valley Retail Center M-37 891-9303 HURRY’ OFFER ENDS DEC 31,2003. MUST MQUCST I AM COOC cn» Open Weekdays 10 am to 11 pm & midnight on Fit & Sat. RENT IT YOUR WAY! - 1, 3, or 5 Nights All New Movies $229 .299 CALL OU« TRAVEL PARTNER. 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For more information about hours during the rest of the time, call 616-647-3840 The Thomapple Kellogg School and Community Library will be closed on Wednesday. Dec. 24. and Thursday. Dec. 25. Wednesday. Dec. 31. and Jan. 1. 2004. The library will be open from 9 a m to 4 p.m. on Monday and Friday and from 9 a m. to 8 p.m. on Tuesday during the Christmas break. LOCAL CHURCH DIRECTORY Pastor. Dr Brian F. Harrison Youth Pastor Kevin Stiles FIRST BAPTIST CHURCH OF MIDDLEVILLE CO M U Ul I I r CHURCH o place to belong a place to become (Contemporary, Casual, Non-denominattonal) Sunday Morning Worship......... „...9:3O & 1100 am. 8175 Broadmoor, Caledonia Rev. Mu hueI Stowell. Lead Pastor Rev David Moorhead. Assoc Pastor Joe Cipcic. Worship Leader [Jennv Houma. Youth Pastor Church Office 616X91-0287 Visit our web site www bnghtode org CALEDONIA CHRISTIAN REFORMED CHURCH "A Church with a caring heart for our community and the world " Sunday Worship ......................9:30 a.m. and 6:00 p.m. (Child & Adult) (During the School Year) Ker. R Scott Greenway. Pastor Jack DeJong. Pastor of Worship A Adult Ed. JoAnne DeBlaay, Youth Director Al Tirmeyer, Community Calling Church Office: (616) 891-1512 M-37 at 100th St. M-37, north of Middleville • -795-9726 Urwc V Stewart. Senior Pastor Tim A. V ine. .Asm. Pastor Youth Douglas G. Beason. Visitation Pastor Gary Weaver. Music Minister Pastor David Stewart. CE Children s Pastor Sunday School 945a.m. Sunday Morning Worship Service. 11AQ a.m. Sunday Evening Service.................................... 600p.m. Wednesday Mid Week Prayer 645p.m. Word of Life (Tubs 6:45p.m. MIDDLEVILLE CHRISTIAN REFORMED 708 W. Main Street Morning Worship Service Sunday School Evening Worship Service 10:00 a m. 11:15 a.m. 6:00 p.m. YOU ARE INVITED Rev. Tom DeVries, Pastor - 795-9901 Middleville Good Shepherd Wesleyan Church Lutheran Church Kraft Avenue at Johnson Street Proclaiming the Whole Counsel of Cod 10 AM Sunday Morning Rev. Dave LeBlanc, Pastor Services at 9:30 a m. and 6 p.m. 3449 - 76 th St. S.E., Caledonia 698-9660 Phone 891-9259 9255 84th Street, Alto, Ml 49302 One ntile east of Whitneyville Rd A Church for today’s world Spirit-filled family Church. Rev. P Adams Ptow 891-8440 Sunday School for ages 3 yr. thru 6th grade: Sr. High. Sun. 6:30 pm Jr. High, Sun. 6:30 pm Saturday Evening Mass ... .5:00 p.m. Sunday Mass . .9:00 a.m. & 11:00 a.m. GUN LAKE COMMUNITY CHURCH & PRESCHOOL 12200 West M l 79 Highway (Chief Noonday Road) Wayland. MI 49348 Sunday, December 28th: ____________ Youth Sunday____________ Worship Services.............. 8:45 a.m. and 10:30 am. Children s Sunday School ............................... 10:30 a m. (Nursery Available Throughout) Rex Norman Kohns. Pastor (616) 891-8167 Church Office: 616-891-8669 l av 891-8648 • www.caletkxuaunK.utg Gonitimnitv of ALASKA CONGREGATION 8146 68th St., near Whrtneyvifie Ave Church School. Sunday.......................... 9:45 a.n». Praise Singing Morning Worship Mr Z . 10:50 a.m. 11OO a.m. Wed. Fellowship 7:30 p.m. Pastor E.G. Frizzell Church Ph 616-868-6810 • Pastor s Ph. 616-897-6740 Cornerstone Church 2045 68th St SE 698-3 1 70 This Sunday ‘The Strength of Tenderness’ 9:30a, 11:00a & 5:30p www.CornerChurch.org + St Paul Lutheran Church Missouri Synod Comer of 84th St. and Kraft in Caledonia 1 mile west of M-37 Traditional Service Acoustic Praise 8- Worship Service 8.30 AM 11.00 AM St Paul Lutheran Church Wednesday Mid-Week at the Oasis .. 700 PM Sunday School 8r Adult Bible Study 9:45 AM All Services have a Nurserv; available • Barrier Free Pastor Robert Gerke • Pastor David Ziehr Office Phone 891-8688 • www.StPaulCaledorua.orq SS. CYRIL and METHODIUS CHURCH COMMUNITY cmup«c»-i Meeting you. your friends, and your family right where you 're at. Sunday Worship 900 a m or 10:30 a m. Wednesday Worship 6 30 p.m. 269-795-7903 ww w guniakesommumryehurch org Wfje ©lb tEimc jffletljobist ©IjurcI) e 5590 Whitneyville Ave.. S.E. Alto, Ml 49302 A Place for Famfly & L needs 6201 Whitnevsille Avenue. .Aho CHRISTIAN REFORMED Caaum^anrv Worship .9:30 a_m Sunday School for AU Ages 10 45 am. Evening Worship 600 p.m. Pastor Roger Bairman > Church Office: M-0391 WWW lahriMfacommittfy org Leighton Church Located in Leighton Tow nship Corner of 2nd Street and 142nd Avenue sundav Montag Idrstup 9 30 un. Sunday School far AB Ages . HOD am FV Fneois he-SchoU-Mh (Sqa -April iJOpan. RAY TOWNSEND. Pastor (616) 891-8028 wivu ietghtonch ureh org Mass Mass Preaching the Living Word Serving The Risen Lord Sunday School ........................ 9:30 a.m. Sunday Morning Worship .10:30 a.m. (Jr. Church & Nursery available.) Currently meeting at: Emmons Lake Elementary 8950 Kraft SE, Caledonia Rev Dennis Ross Church: (616) 868-7425 UNITED METHODIST CHURCHES Middleville - Permelee Sunday School... 10:00 a.m. Morning Worship.,,11:00 a.m. Evening Worship...6:00 p.m. Wednesday Prayer Meeting...7:00 p.m. Middleville UMC is temporarily meeting at: 9266 Parmelee Road 9:30 a.m...................................... Sunday School 11:00 a.m................ Worship Hour Website: www umcmiddleville.org Rev. Royle Bailard, Pastor Phone 868-6437 Church Office Phone 795-9266 Rev. Lee /.achman WAYFARER^ E±3 Lakeside Community Church Mass Mass THORNAPPLE BIBLE CHURCH GRACE UNITED REFORMED CHURCH 250 V ine Street (M-37 to Emmons to Vine) 2415 McCann Rd. (1 mu off M-37 in Iwinq) SINDAY SERVICE TIMES 9:15 A.M. Morning Prayer • 1100 AM Holy Communion Wednesday Semct: 6 00 P.M. lining Prayer Pt Rev Dovtd T Husfwtok ■ Rector Chuch 269-795-2W Sector, http //www chuchseek net/chuch/ondewmah 159 131st Avenue 1664 N. M-37 Highway Phone (269) 792-3543 Middleville, MI 49333 • 945-1555 908 W. Main Street Located near the corner of M-37 and McCann Worship Times: (Missouri Synod) Service Times: Worship................................................. 9:30a.m. Sunday School................................................... 9:45a.m.Saturday.....................4:00 p.m Sunday School........................... 11:00 a.m. Sunday........................ 9:30 a m. Morning Worship.................................... 11:00 a.m. Adult Bible Class..................... 11:00a.m. Evening Worship...............................................6:00p.m.Weekdays: Youth Group:............................. 6:00 p.m. Sunday Rev E. Anthony Sikora Wednesday............... 7:30 p.m. Midweek 7:00 p.m. Wed. Church: (616) 795-2391 Thursday & Friday..... 9:30 a.m. 9:30 a.m. Thurs. CALEDONIA HOLY FAMILY CATHOLIC CHURCH A CALEDONIA (j UNITED METHODIST Call 795-5434 for informa­ tion. Several books still remain as wishes on the gift tree in the library Community Church Finding the Way Together! Now meeting at: Thornapple-Kellogg School Auditorium Worship 10:00 a.m. Rev. Dr. Jack Doorlag, Interim Minister Nursery & children’s activities available. For more information: (616) 891-8119 or www.pe^cechurch-cc Redeemer Covenant Church —Lighting Up Lives for GodSunday Worship 9:30 am Christian Education Hour ll«)am An informal, contemporary church committed to our community Sunday Worship is at 10:00am in Caledonia Middle School's cafeteria. Everyone is welcome! Pastor: Res Josh Blunt Contact our Dutton office at (616) 65-65 WAY Check our web site www.wayfarercc.orr WHITNEYVILLE Bible Church 8546 Wneyvie Ave at 84th St • 891-8661 “The Church where everybody is somebody... ...and Jesus is Lord” Sit F?IW« *M» Wednesday Family Night 5:45-8.00 pm Pastor Pad M Hillman Youth David Lnkson 6951 Hanna Lake Avenue. Catedonu 61649MOOI ndeerHettPisenjiet wwwredeemer: twenant.org A metuha of the Cutwmm Chrnha if Uwnca Meeting at Caledonia High School School 930am. Sadoy Momrg Worshp 1030am Meeting at chapei on WNtneyvie Ave Sunday Evenrg Worshp 600pm Wed Mdweek Prayer & Bbie Study 700 p.m. te* Ihomai^.pQSa .9^ Kai Barta. Asoc Parta Wecsre wrereyvieOtoe org �The Sun and News, Middlevine. December 23, 2003/ Page 5 Christmas events set in community churches by Patricia Johns Sto# Writer Dowling Pleasantview Family Church will try to recapture a simpler time with a Christmas Eve Candlelight Service. At 6:30 p.m. on Wednesday, Dec. 24. the decorated sanctuary will tea ture with the sounds of Christmas favorites. Children ages 3 through third grade will present a nativity as the fourth through sixth grade sing the song. “O Here I am to Worship.” Pastor Steve Olmstead will comment on how a childlike faith can lead everyone to the best gift of all. Other special musical numbers will focus on the reason for the season. The traditional strains of “Silent Night” will be sung as the glowing candles illuminate. Worshipers will leave with “Joy to the World" echoing in their hearts. Call 269-7583021 for more information. Hastings First United Methodist Church. 209 West Green Street in Hastings, invites the public to experience the magic and wonder of Christmas Eve on Wednesday, Dec. 24. A con­ temporary service begins at 5 p.in. and traditional services will be held at 7 and 11 p.m. Grace Lutheran Church, 1 19 I North St.. Hastings. 945-9414 or 945-2645, plans Christmas events. Grace will celebrate the Nativity of Our Lord Wednesday. Dec. 24, with Holy Communion services at 7 and 11 p.m. A hundred luminaries will light the way to Woodgrove Parish's Candlelight Communion Service at 7 p.m. on Christmas Eve. It is church members Christmas gift to the small rural com­ munity of Coats Grove locat­ ed between Hastings and Lake Odessa. In addition to communion and the annual lighting of candles, the approximately hour-long service will include Christmas carols and a drama directed by Shari Barker. Angels from the Pre-school class will light the Christ candle with the assistance of their teacher. Nancy Stanton "The luminaries are a reminder of European can­ dlelight processions to the village cathedral. In Mexico children carrying candles knock on each door of the village in search of the birth­ place of the Christ child." explained Pastor Roberta Shaffer. "Ron and Kay Bodenmueller. chairs of the project, are hoping for snow. Our little, white framed country church looks like a Christmas card with the lights reflected on the snow," Shaffer added Everyone is invited to dress casually and to enjoy refreshments following the worship service. Woodgrove Parish is located at 4887 Coats Grove Road in Hastings. For further infor­ mation. call 269-948-2733. Lakewood Several Lakewood area churches will be having Christmas services on There’s Plenty To Go Around. Sure, lite can get tough. For each one of us. But there is a way to face whatever comes along with peace, and with confidence. We’re your neighbors, the people of The Lutheran Churvh-Missoun Synod, and we invite you to celebrate with us that special hope and peace that Christ alone can bring. 12/24 Candlelight Christmas Eve Service at 7 p.m. Christmas Day, at 10 cum. Christmas Eve. The churches and times are as follows: Central United Methodist Church in Lake Odessa will hold a candlelight service at 7 p.m. on Christmas Eve. Freeport United Brethren will have a walk-in commun­ ion Christmas Eve from 6 to 9 p.m. The First Congregational Church of Lake Odessa will have a Christmas Eve Service at 7 p.m. Wednesday. Dec. 24. There will be a children's pageant, communion and candlelight service. Harvest Community Church will have a candle­ light service Christmas Eve at 7 p.m. Hope Church of the Brethren will have a “Biblical Soup” supper Christmas Eve at 8 p.m. and candlelight service at 9 p.m. and an Epiphany Breakfast Sunday Jan. 4 at 8:45 a.m. with worship at 10 a.m. Kilpatrick United Brethren will have a Christmas Eve service at 8 p.m. Lakewood United Methodist Church will have a walk-in communion from 6:30 to 8 p.m. Peasant Valley Church will have a Christmas Eve candlelight service at 6 p.m. St. Edward’s Catholic Church in Lake Odessa will have midnight mass on Christmas (Dec. 25) and 9 a.m. Christmas morning. Sunfield United Brethren will have a Christmas Eve candlelight service 7 p.m. Middleville A combined Christmas Eve Service will be held on Wednesday. Dec. 24 at 11 p.m. at the Thomapple Kellogg High School audito­ rium. This special service is sponsored by Peace Reformed Church and the Middleville United Methodist Church. This special service will feature the United Methodist Handbell Choir, the Peace Church Choir and the Peace Church Praise Band. Call 616-891-8119 for more information. Good Shepherd Lutheran Church. 908 West Main Street in Middleville will hold a Christmas Eve service at 7 p.m., a Christmas morn­ ing service at 10 a.m. and a New Year’s Eve service at 7 p.m. Nash'ilk Grace Community Church. 8950 East M-79 in Nashville, will hold Christmas Eve services on Wednesday. Dec. 24. at 5 p.m. For more information call 1-517-852-1783 or check the church's website: www.gc3org<hrtp://www.g c3.org> Orangeville St. Francis Episcopal Church. 11850 West 9 Mile Road. Special Christmas Eve Service on Dec. 24 begins at 7 p.m., with special music followed by a service at 7:30 p.m Child care will be pro­ vided during the Christmas eve sen ice and light refresh­ ments will be served follow­ ing the sen ice. The J-Ad Graphics com­ munity papers and The Reminder will print a list of upcoming events on a space available basis during December. The deadline for listing events is the Thursday before the Tuesday publica­ tion date. For example, stories on New Year’s Eve services must be received by 10 a.m. on Wednesday. Dec. 24 for inclusion in the Dec. 30 papers. Information can be mailed to Patricia Johns. 1351 N. M43 Highway. Hastings. Mi. 49058. Please include a tele­ phone number and the name of a contact person. Material can be faxed to 269-945-5192. Please write “Attention Patricia Johns" on the cover sheet and if sending more than one sheet be sure that the name and telephone number of the church is included on each page of the fax. Information can also be emailed to news(«f j-adgraphics.com. Please be sure to include “for Patricia Johns" on the subject line. Information about events will not be taken over the telephone. Churches can also take advantage of paid advertis­ ing for their events by calling 269-945-9554 and asking to be passed on to the proper advertising representative. TK Segment 2 Driver Education signup set Thomapple Kellogg High School will be offering Segment 2 of the driver edu­ cation curriculum Jan. 19-21 from 6 to 8 p.m. Feb. 2-4 from 6 to 8 p.m. All students wishing to get their Level 2 driver’s license are required by state law to take and pass this course before they can take their road test. The Segment 2 curriculum will consist of three, twohour classroom sessions and will focus on teaching "defensive driving skills." Students are required by state law to attend all three sessions. Students who are absent from any of the three sessions will not receive their Segment 2 certificate. No exceptions will be made. All student applications should be returned to the high school guidance office by Jan. 13. Since there will be limited space available for this session, openings will be appointed based on age. Final enrollment will be posted outside the high school guidance office on Jan. 15. Call for classified ads Phone 269-945-9554 24 Hours a Day -1 Days a Week Reach over 11,000 area homes every week in the Sun & News! Come Worship with us as we welcome the birth of the Christ child on Christmas Eve Wednesday, December 24 6:00 PM - Family Candlelight Service 11:00 PM - Communion and Candlelight Service Caledonia United Methodist Church , 250 Vine St., Caledonia, MI 49316 Phone: 891-8669 �Page 6/The Sun and News, Middleville, December 23, 2003 Two live nativities planned in the area Popping for Joy The Page Popcorn Poppers raised more than $700 dollars for toys for less fortu­ nate children through a special holiday popcorn sale. I strive for the goal for which God has called me heavenward in Christ Jesus, phil. a u This verse on your headstone reminds us. dear son That you held the record k>r goals that were won. Scxver you LOVED. WE (WLD tell by your game. Tin: TK scoreboard proudly displays your name. Championship players, your team was proclaimed. Marty Wustman the coach of the team that was famed. You told us you listened to hear his voice call... Just what to do as you traveled that ball Concentration’s thf key. No DISTRACTIONS FOR YOU... With your mind on the goal. YOU KNEW JUST WHAT TO DO. But... Another goal... another LOVE... ANOTHER COACH... your God above. YOU HEARD HIM SAY, “TAKE IT IN SON... You’ve played a good game, THF. THE GOAL WAS WELL DONE.” And after the game just as we always did, God put his arm \R(R ND YOU AND WENT HOME WITH His kid. Eric, you are lovingly missed by all Three local students on list at Northwood Three local students have been named to the dean’s list for the fall term at Northwood University, Midland. They are: • Kelley M. Jackson, a sophomore, daughter of Robert and Kathleen Jackson of Alto. • Anna L. Kamminga. a junior, daughter of Bruce and Marci Kamminga of Caledonia. • Jenna G. Ksiazkiewicz, a freshman, daughter of Katherine Ksiazkiewicz of Caledonia. Shop all you want, but you won’t find the perfect Christmas gift in any store. The best Christmas gift didn’t come from a store. It came from God. Jom us this Sunday as we celebrate the birth of Jesus Christ Candlelight Christmas Eve Service 12/24 at 7 p.m. Christmas Day, at 10 a.m. Qood Skepkexd ^?utkexan Ckuftck 908 West Main Street. Middleville. MI 49333-9770 (269) 795-2391 066 .0 AS On Monday, Tuesday and Wednesday evenings these plywood figures will be replaced from 6 p.m. to 8 p.m. by members of the congregation of the Unitec Methodist Church in Middleville. It is located at the corner of Church and Mai' streets. A 30th annual live nativity will be presented by the 76th Street Bible Club Monday. Tuesday and Wednesday. Dec. 22, 23 and 24. The pageant will take place at the comer of 76th Street and Thomapple River Drive in Caledonia. Three performances each night will be at 7, 7:30 and 8 p.m. Featured will be live act­ ing. live animals, music by the Bible Club children. Hol chocolate and cookies will be served after each perform­ ance. For more information, call 89I-1072 or 891-8048. The United Methodist Church of Middleville will brings back its living nativity on Dec. 22, 23 and 24 from 6 to 8 p.m. Members of the church will dress and mem­ bers of the Holy Family. Parenting workshops scheduled On Monday Dec. 2?. those waiting to take a ride on the Holly Trolley are invited to stop by. Correction: The salary of new Middleville Village Manage, Ron Howell was reported incorrectly in a story about a pay increase for Caledonia Township Manager-Planner Dave Zylstra. Howell recen* ly signed a contract to $57,000 per year. Zylstra received a salary increase' from $62.6760 to $66,017. The Barry County Abuse necessary. Call the Barry County Council will offer free parent­ ing workshops at the TK Abuse Council at 948-3264 Learning Center this winter to reserve a spot. and spring. rooooocooooooo6oooo6oo6oooccooooocr.666^i The workshops are target­ ed at parents of all children. The workshop topics and dates will be Jan. 6, Evolving Parenting; Feb. 3,Discipline; 119 £ Main Sf. March 2, Bullying; April 13. Emotional Roller Coaster ot Middlaoilk • 79S-W8 Parenting. These workshops are con­ Hours: Sun.-Thurs. 12-10 pm ducted by speakers with expertise in the topic. The Fri. & Sat. 12-11pm workshops are held at the TK Learning Center, 507 West DV D, VHS & Game Rentals Mam St. in Middleville, room Movie Reservations 107. Child care will be pro­ 2 Day Rental on Sunday on all Rentals vided. Every 29* Rental FREE Pizza and pop will be served at 5:30. Workshops 0M7J9M Locally Owned begin at 6. Pre-registration is Family Trax Oid&a ; �The Sun ano News Middleville. December 23. 2003/ Page 7 Demolition, continued from page 1 The students sang in the dining area and then brought their carols to individuals in ‘heir rooms. McFall, Page and Carvetha fun partnership First and fourth graders carolled for Carveth Village residents during a visit on Dec. 10 E-mail address changed for Sun & News The e-mail address for JAd Graphics news items has been changed from jadnews@voyager.net to news@j-adgraphics.com. All individuals and organ­ izations are asked to make note of the change. Q^ntje Family. Dentistry. QhrimyilliLL A. Tomczyk DPS. Accej2till& M-ir Patients. Office Hours: Mon-Fri by appointment Emergency Patients Welcome General Dentistry, Oral Surgery. Root Canals We participate w ith Delta. BlueCrossBlueShield. Healthy Kids, and Mi Child 269-945-5656 1127 West State Street, Hastings Ml | A greater problem would develop in moving the house down the roao “We’ve also looked at the width of the roadway," said Powers. ’The bunding is 68 feet w ide 7 D’Angelo would have to remove trees from 20 feet on each side of the road. There are some beautiful, centuries old trees along Marsh Road. I don’t think neighbors would appreciate that." Powers received site plan approval from the Barry County Planning and Zoning Commission Dec. 1 for his proposed Bay Pointe Inn. hotel and motel complex, to be built on the site of the Bay Pointe Restaurant on Marsh Road. At that time he pledged to give the building to anyone who could pay me projected $200,000 cost to move the building. On Dec. 10. Powers announced that a Grand Rapids businessman was going to move the build­ ing. Saving the big trees was a goal the Planning and Zoning Commission asked Powers to strive for whenev­ er possible. "We hate to see the build­ ing go. but we really have no other choice." said Powers. The auction on the day after Christmas will begin at 9:30 a m. at the restaurant site on Marsh Road. Orageville Township. Everything will be placed on the auction block: from dish­ es to chandeliers, the marble bar top. tables and chairs, the staircases, wood floors, com­ mercial kitchen items, doors and windows and much more. A detailed list of items is available from auctioneer Kendall Tobias, who can be reached at 269-945-5016. Bay Corp, hopes to begin construction the beginning of January with an expected opening date of June 1.2004. The Architectural Group (TAG) of Grandville has designed the new Bay Pointe Inn and Restaurant; Johnson Construction of Grandville was awarded the contract for construction. Plans are to retain the charm of the cur­ rent facility, providing a combination of 40 rooms and suites, some with fireplaces and whirlpool tubs. The three-story, 34.000 square­ foot resort will have an HISTORIC BAY POINTE RESTAURANT of Gun Lake on the Auction Block Due to new construction beginning early in January, auction must be held immediately to give the public the opportunity to purchase reatau J-Ad Graphics regrets any inconvenience the change may have caused. Ca/1 945-9554 anytime to place your Sun & News ACTION-Ad & reach over 11,000 area homes! indoor heated pool and spa and exercise facility. The restaurant will offer relaxed gourmet dining and cocktails overlooking Gun Lake with outdoor summer seating on the patio. in addition to the hotel and restaurant amenities. Powers plans to hold a w ide variety of events, including wed­ dings. at the new resort. The home was built between 1902 and 1906 as a summer home for Austin and Frankie Dwight. After the deaths of the Dwights, the home had several owners, was used as a real estate office and the grounds were used for a mobile home park. Roy and Jackie Martin bought the historic home in 1978 and finished renova­ tions in 1983. turning the structure into the Bay Pointe Restaurant. The Colonial Revival style building was admitted to the State Register of Historic build­ ings in 1982 and was listed on the National Register in 1985 for its importance in American history and cul­ ture. rant equipment b beautiful structural items of this historic building FRIDAY, DEC. 26 AT 9:30 A.M. This Tum-Of-The-Century Historic Structure is Dutch Colonial • Revival in Style. Originally the summer home of the Austin Dwight family & most recently Bay Pointe Restaurant LOCATIONS: f rom Hastings, take M-179 (Gun Lake Rd ) west 11 mite* to Patterion Rd., left approx. 3 miles to Bay Pointe Restaurant or from U.S 131 between Kalamazoo & Grand Rapids take Exit 59 (Shelbyville exM) go east approx 4-5 miles to Allegan County Park at Gun Lake right to Bay fotnte Restaurant (on Gun Lake) Follow auction signs STRUCTURAL ITEMS: BEAUTIFUL & MUST SEE! BAR: Very nice wood bar w/marble counter, refrigerator unit, stainless steel sink b above bar brass glass holder MOST SEE! Large beautiful brass chandelier w/many glass prisms and 4 smaller matching chandeliers MUST SEE! Beautiful hanging ceiling lights some w/brass & some w/pewter MUST SEE! (In almost every room). Antique wall lights; large beautiful wood entry door w/2 side windows & 3 above door; beautiful wood open staircase w/brass & wood railing; nice large stone fireplace w/wood mantel & gas log. several wood columns; wrap around porch w/many nice windows & nice wood work; beautiful wood work throughout the many rooms, fancy 6’ wood crown molding, many feet in several rooms; tongue & groove wood flooring; wood window seat; oval glass G wood window; very nice wood & glass indoor & outdoor door w/side & top windows; various beautiful chandeliers throughout restaurant; several nice wood doors w/Transom ventilating windows; many nice wood doors. 2 marble bathroom sinks w/antique faucets; wood medicine cabinet, antique, large wood sliding doors; antique bath tub; antique pedestal bathroom sink, matching toilet stool w/tank. unusal marble shower: bulk in book shelf w/draw ers; smaller closet doors; ceiling fans; 2 furnaces; antique registers; built in wood cupboard; 3 central air condt tioner units, unhooked; shutters; various windows; back stairway; basement shelves; water softener; compressor, newer water tank; nice double door storage building; various beautiful stones; b MORE! RESTAURANT EQUIPMENT: Qzntu% Real Estate For Your World"’ Caledonia *9175 Cherrv Valley 891-8980 Pearson-Cook CALEDONIA SCHOOLS 12* N LAKE ST. SE Ranch tame ■ the Village of Cakdoau features. 3 hednxxns. I hath. living room. and limit) room Home has mans updates including. weU. roof, furnace, and tat water hearer Bnci fireplace sum for future expansion $129,900 (MLS /dm Garter 89IJ9W Dishes service for approx 300: silverware, stainless steel pots & pans cases of glasses, stemware bar glasses, dish rack holders; stainless steel wells 3 drawer electric warmer & prep table, Detfteld glass front refrigerator; 2 hole stainless steel soup warmer; 2 Southbend silver star double ovens; Deifield double door stainless steel freezer. 2 Groen stainless steel ovens, large stainless steel prep table w/steamers shelves 6 heated drawers, sta.nless steel prep table; Southbend 4 burner gas stove & large gnH large indoor Wolf gas grill; large overhead exhaust fan; Hobart garbage disposal & dishwasher & vent; large Hobart mixer; Hobart meat slicer, triple well stainless steel sink w nozzle water sprayer; 2 stainless steel refrigerated drawer units Deffield double refrigerator, large walk in cooler, freon removed; time clock; commercial ice crusher; electnc heater; stainless steel table w/can opener & drawer; scales, apartment size refrigerator: many stainless steel kettles, stainless steel hand sink, rubber mats many large trays. Ig stainless steel bowls, many stainless steel shelves, many champagne buckets b stands, beautiful brass w/doth room divider; room szze rugs; salt b pepper shakers; large variety of misc. dishes b kitchen items neces­ sary for restauran. large half circle booth: 2 antique victonan tables. B0- green upholstered dining room chairs. 135- wood dining room chairs, 5 round tables; 34- square restaurant tables table cloths portable tray stands, Venetian bands; drapery stainless steel fry pans; cast iron dishes; commercial Toastmaster toaster; cash register large ventilating fans, stainless steel coffee pots, metal shelving; mop bucket; many office supplies, 4 desks, filing cabinets, office chairs, air conditioner safe; wood easel; 2 massive Christmas wreaths; outside bar; picnic table, privacy fence b MORE! THIS IS A “ONCE IN A LIFETIME” OPPORTUNITY TO PURCHASE BEAUTIFUL STRUCTURAL ITEMS FROM THIS HISTORIC BUILDING CLARKSVILLE 125 FERNEY ST. 2 am dopier Both units reared Great income oppomran S79J00 MLS84S5M? Bar* Gwre 28MLM-255* STOP IN AND REGISTER TO WIN. Drswing will be held Tuesday. December 23 at 10:00 aun. RESTAURANT OWNERS: DON’T MISS THIS OPPORTUNITY TO PURCHASE EQUIPMENT FOR YOUR BUSINESS! COME PREPARED W BOXES C TOOLS. DRESS WARM - NO HEAT - PORTA JON OWNERS: MIKE & PATTI POWERS 3 —AUCTIONEERS— Many More listings AnulaNe' For information on new tv constructed homes and vacant foes currmtiv available call: KENDALL TOBIAS.......... Hastings 945-5016 FRED & CHARLENE LEWIS. Delton 623-3637 PATRICK STECCO.................. 269-446-9162 tun Fare. Preateni. 891-8W4 * Barbara Gens. Manure 2*9-838-2559 Kalbs Bcnion 2*2-59*5 • Paul Lk.sK 291«U3 Robin Dawsoa 295-497* . Laurie Tambatrrino 815-*95T I roda James 815-49*9 « lamniv Adair 295-2782 • Lanra MarUa 891-7*19 . Tam Garten «*»-te45 Cathv UUluun—n 395-7591 • Karon Sander Zand 5**-3772 Brent Bomber 248-229-928* • Jute DclaGandara 2*94*4-4415 Rich Met oasoa 292-4*95 « Jny Smith 895-5555 M Have Pratt 815-4354 • Lfoa Hou'rerfode 8*2-5424 • James txarteai Ste-4592 ^4 NMw Barry County Area Chamber of Commerce 06577955 Buyer mutt re^rnet tefHng numbtf-Dnwrt iKeme for i D tekms catn -notning remold until i*tt>eo for tale o»v Not rnpomiote for aca oentt Before during or after u/e for goocK after told ■•■Auctioneers 4 employees act at taiet agents only atsume no UaoNKiet or guaran teet Eiterytreng ton. -as ts. wheke IS' No out of state cnecas �Page 8/The Sun and News. Middleville, December 23, 2003 �The Sun and News. Middleville. December 23. 2003/ Page 9 GFWC-Gun Lake selects recipients of 2 awards The General Federation of Women’s Clubs (GFWC)Gun Lake area recently announced Frances Mlynarchek and Gloria Cunningham as their selec­ tions for Ms. Federation and Woman of Achievement for 2003. These honors are based on the individual’s enthusiasm in promoting and participat­ ing in a variety of club and federation programs and activities and involvement in their communities. "Our 2003 candidates go way beyond the criteria." said Club President Fran Ixonard "We are proud to name Frances Mlynarchek as our Ms. Federation and Gloria Cunningham as our Woman of Achievement for 2003." Frances Mlynarchek was bom and raised in the Gun Lake area. After graduation she earned her degree from the Mercy Central School of Nursing in Grand Rapids. She joined the Peace Corps and spent two years in Brazil. Then it was off to Wayne State University to get her bachelor’s and mas­ ter’s degrees in nursing. She then taught for 15 years at Grace Hospital School of Nursing in Detroit, at the University of Michigan and Grand Valley College of Nursing. She then embarked on a major change in her life and became the associate director of nursing at the Duane Walters Hospital at Jackson State Prison for three years and moved on to the Michigan Department of Public Health, where she ultimately retired. During her working years, she was an active participant in many professional organi­ zations and was a member of Sigma Theta Tau. an hon­ orary nursing organization. 'Frances has been a mem­ ber of the GFWC-Gun Lake Area club since 1996." says Leonard. "She is Education Department chair, handling programs and information pertinent to education. She also serves as chair of the club’s Epsilon Sigma Omicron (ESO) reading group. This requires organi­ zational skills in tracking and reporting at the state level the books read by members." Mlynarchek currently serves as the club’s corre­ sponding secretary, handling all of the club's correspon­ dence. Attending board meetings is a must. She works on the Ad Sale Committee for the club’s Community Business Directory, attends state and district conventions and has served as the GFWC MI lit­ eracy chair, where she attended the National ABC Mentoring Convention in Washington. D.C. "Besides her club involve­ ment" says Leonard, "Frances finds time to volun­ teer at her church and she serves on the Board of Directors of a Nursing Home in Grand Rapids. I don't know how she does it and still finds time to travel, most recently to Paris." GFWCGun Lake area is proud to give the 2003 Ms. Federation honor to Frances. "She is what GFWC is all about" says Leonard. Gloria Cunningham grew up in Hastings, graduated from Hastings High School and then Albion College. She taught elementary edu­ cation in Hastings. Big Rapids and Grand Rapids and worked with emotional­ ly disturbed children for the Grand Rapids Child Guidance Clinic. She mar­ ried Linden in 1955. They raised two sons, one deceased, the other with a family in Grand Haven. Her retirement in 1995 brought the Cunninghams back to Gun Lake, where they build their retirement home on property ow ned by her family. "We have enjoyed her membership since 1998. She has accomplished a lot in that time’ says Leonard. "Right away. Gloria consent­ ed to put her new home on the annual Homes Tour, a staple fund-raiser for the club." Cunningham has worked on the Home Tour, Scholarship and Ad Sales committees, participated in the Holiday Dinners with Friends fund-raiser and was a pivotal part of the creation of the GFWC-Gun Lake Area Free Lending Library , which opened in 2000. The dream of deceased member Jenny Lamoreaux and club founder Joan Weick. the library is now in her hands. "She is not only our library chair, she is the library" says Leonard. Cunningham attends Allegan County Federation meetings; supports GFWC MI Girlstown by attending the Ingathering in September; visited Bay Cliff Health Camp in the Upper Peninsula; attends the joint Turkeyville dinner/play event with club members from Gun Lake and GFWC Hastings; attended GFWC MI Leadership/Legislation Days in February; the State Convention at the Southwestern District Convention. She also volunteers for her church in the children's nurs­ ery. visits w ith and helps her pastor bring communion to shut-ins; chaired the 50th Hastings High School class reunion; is active in the Alpha Chi Omega Alumni group in Grand Rapids where she served as presi­ dent for three years. Cunningham was a Province Collegiate President for Michigan, counseling the fraternities Alpha Chi girls at Michigan State University. Central Michigan University and Northwood University cam­ puses. 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I have always felt honored to be a part of this very fine club and the women who belong to it. They are the cream of the crop." The GFWC-Gun Lake Area women’s club special women will be honored at the GFWC state convention next year at Traverse City. GET ALL THE NEWS OF BARRY COUNTY! Subscribe to the Hastings Banner. Call 945-9554 for more information. �Page 10/The Sun and News. Middleville. December 23. 2003 Barber Ridge developer decides on R-R zoning by Ruth Zachary Staff Writer The Caledonia Township Planning Commission Dec. 15 discussed a proposal for a development on Barber Lake near Whitneyville and 96ch Street by T & M Partners. LLC. resulting in a decision not to proceed with a PUD. After a lengthy prelimi­ nary site plan discussion T & M partner. Dan Timmer, decided instead to pursue developing the 95.4 acres for 39 rural residential (R-R) home sites. "You can’t make every­ body happy." Timmer said. He said he had made attempts over four meetings to meet the requests of neigh­ bors and of commissioners, which was an expensive process. The proposal was dis­ cussed in July and in November of this year, with an attempt to come to a com­ promise for a planned unit development (PUD, which would have included some details the commissioners believed to be beneficial for the fragile ecosystem of Barber Lake and surrounding wetlands, and which could have allowed Timmer to erect 43 homes instead of 39. and keep 20 percent of the acreage in open space. The average lot size would have been 1.5 acres in the PUD proposal The turning point in nego­ tiation for a PUD occurred when Timmer said. "We need to get 43 lots. Otherwise, we'll go back to the underlying zoning and go with 39." The number had been reduced from 52 pro­ posed at one point. Some commissioners thought 39 homes would be a better option for the town­ ship. as well. The DEQ, if involved in the process, has strict rules governing wetlands. Commissioner Wally Bujak urged citizens to remain involved, and to ask the DEQ for a hearing on the Barber Ridge development plans. The assessment by the DEQ. of the as set undetermined wetland acreage, and preven­ tive measures required by that agency may serve to pro­ tect the lake from impact from development created under R-R zoning. Bujak stressed a need to have an accurate means and formal process for determin­ ing the acreage of wetlands used as a basis for calculating open space and density, with­ out reliance on the developer. I don't know bow we can make an assessment without it. Zylstra said this would probably have to be done by the township engineer, at a cost to the township. The failure to provide this documentation has occurred at least twice in other devel­ opment applications. One was for an apartment com­ plex planned by Burke Thompson on five acres w ith a stream on it. Another was for Fairbanks Estates off Alaska Avenue where wet­ lands acreage was initially underestimated, and still not clarified after the DEQ rede­ fined wetlands boundaries. One of the key discussion points was density. Sandy soils and marl deposits in the area of Barber Ridge Estates were felt by neighbors to be a condition not suited to the housing den­ sities proposed by the devel­ oper. where private wells and septic systems would be required and could affect water quality of the lake, wetlands and in wells. The area is not served by public utilities. The need for septic systems by home own­ ers increased the need to reduce the number of homes there. Commissioner Don Koopmans said enough space was needed on each lot to allow for two septic systems over a long period, in case one failed. Proximity to the water table, the 100-year flood plain, and even the nor­ mal lake level was a critical factor as well, he said. Chairman Archie Warner last month asked the devel­ oper to address lot sizes and densities in the next site plan proposal, and said he would like to see less density than proposed in December. Commissioner Lei Lani VanLaar agreed, and advo­ cated larger lots, and said she thought they would sell. In November Timmer had proposed 52 homes and 43 homes reflected a significant change in the December plan. Warner pressed for even fewer lots in the plan this month. Commissioner Matt Mahacek thought no more than five lots should be planned at the water's edge. Commissioners objected to a greater than 1:4 depth width ratio for some lots on the plan, created to permit the density proposed. This ratio would still apply to lots built under RR zoning. Another talking point was about protection of lake ecol­ ogy and water quality. The bottom of Barber Lake is still composed of deposits of silted materials left from mining marl. A sample was provided by Peg Cramer in November. She said the wetland vege­ tation at the edges, only a few feet into the water, support the limited lake species still in a state of recovery after several decades. Lots planned along the lake should not disturb the wet­ lands along the lake's edge. Riparian owners also feared additional lots along the lake would bring in motorized recreational craft which would further damage the fragile condition of the lake. Damage from lawn fer­ tilizers leaching into the lake was another concern. Anti-key holing, or disal­ lowing access by 40 plus households to use the lake through an area which could barely sustain seven homes at the shoreline was asked for. The December PUD pro­ posal would have allowed restrictions on the kind of watercraft allowed on the lake, and limited use of lawn : jj rar > »jl.j rrr ! 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He said 50 percent the flood plain or wetlands could be calculated into the basis for open space, but home envelopes would still have to fall out of the flood plain. Timmer said he had looked at FEMA maps and no homes would be built within the flood plain, although low portions of some lots would fall within it. Timmer said the wetlands calculation was an issue only if being considered for a PUD with open space for cal­ culating a bonus density. If he went with R-R zoning, he was allowed to two-acre lots, he said. Bujak favored making a compromise on some things like lot ratio to achieve a PUD. because then the tow n­ ship would have more influ­ ence over open space, key­ holing and other project details. Commissioners last month also challenged the place­ ment of detention areas, which appeared to drain into a natural watershed flowing toward the lake, although it runs toward the outlet of the lake, which would ultimately affect others downstream Drainage plans will still need drain commissioner approval, with documenta­ tion. The benefit to the town­ ship or even to residents to use the open space, as planned in the PUD. was questioned. Commissioner Duane Gunnink said the primary beneficiaries of open space in this plan were those on lake lots. Some commissioners wanted more open space next to the main road to preserve the country atmosphere. Some asked for a means to have walking trails or to allo­ cate a common picnic area near the lake, but others dis­ agreed because water craft could not be prevented from launching from that point if it had use in common. Girl Scouts give parents a break Middleville area Girl Scouts held a special free child care afternoon on Dec. 13 so parents could go shopping. Everyone had fun playing games, singing songs and making crafts. In order for our employees to spend time with their families, our office hours will be: DISH SYSTEMS i fertilizers by residents. It is not certain if the town­ ship keyholing ordinance can adequately prevent keyholing in an RR area. A major difference of opinion over how many lots were to be allowed either in the R-R zone or a PUD cen­ tered on how many acres were in wetlands and howmany lay in a Federally defined flood plain. Timmer had obtained a survey by a specialist in that field. Kingman and MacGregor, which defined only five acres of wetlands, he said, but the number of acres were not indicated on the plan. The formula for determin­ ing the remainder, and how many acres were actually buildable would vary depending upon whether there were as many as 16 acres of wetlands, as claimed by lake residents, and or if there were as few as five acres as claimed by Timmer. A bonus of up to 10 per­ cent more lots could be allowed in a PUD, if up to 20% open space is created in the development. However, the total number of lots would be calculated after 50 percent of wetland acres were removed from the cal­ culations. Density calculations were [ j CLIP “N* MWI_________________________________________________ CMP "W SAVE Christmas Eve, Wednesday, December 24th OPEN UNTIL 1:00 P.M. Christmas Day, Thursday, December 25th CLOSED New Year’s Eve, Wednesday, December 3Ist OPEN UNTIL 1:00 P.M. New Year’s Day, Thursday, January la CLOSED HAPPY HOLIDAYS! Hastings City Bank Here For You Since 1886 �The Sun and News. Middleville. 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Donald Wiggins, a selfemployed business owner, learned from documents obtained through the Freedom of Information Act that the County Board's eventual selection to the vacant ZBA seat was Daniel Allen of Johnstown Township, who did not apply for the first or second time this year after the vacancy was advertised. Wiggins and several oth­ ers interviewed March 3 for open scats on the Planning Commission and ZBA last March. The County Development Committee then voted 4-0 to recommend Wiggins. However, at the subsequent County Board meeting, his appointment was turned down in a 5-3 vote. Committee members who voted to recommend Wiggins unanimously were Sandy James. Jim French. Don Nevins and Tom Wing. However. when his appointment went before the full board. James joined Jeff Mackenzie. Clare Tripp. Wayne Adams and Ken Neil in rejecting him. Though she was asked. James did not explain the change in her vote. The board on April 7 readvertised the ZBA vacancy, with a deadline of April 25. Wiggins was the only appli­ cant and this time he was totally ignored. Rather than interview and appoint the only applicant, the board decided to have County Administrator Michael Brown go over applications from the previ­ ous year. Allen had applied in July 2002. Brown told Wiggins in a letter. “The County Development Committee at their May 5. 20033. meeting, instructed my office to send letters to four candidates who had previously applied, to see if they were interested in interviewing for the Zoning Board of Appeals. We received only one response. Mr. Daniel Allen" In a letter to Allen. Joseph Lukasiewicz. George Goodacre and Rick Lawrence dated May 7, 2003. Brown stated: “The County Development Committee asked me to inquire if you are still interested in becom­ ing a member of the Zoning Board of Appeals. “If you are still interested, please call my secretary. Ellie Norton, to set a time for you to meet with the County Development Committee at their next meeting on June 2, 2003." The minutes of the June 2 meeting showed that Allen appeared for an interview, but nothing further was reported on the matter. Brown wrote to Wiggins, “The County Development Committee met on June 2 and interviewed Mr. Allen and unfortunately neglected to make a motion recom­ mending Mr. Allen to the full Board of Commissioners. And at the June 10 Board of Commissioners* meeting, a motion to approve appoint­ ing Mr. Allen to the Zoning Board of Appeals was made and approved. This process is called bringing a motion from the floor and is not pro­ hibited by the Board of Commissioners." However. Wiggins, in a follow-up letter, protested the procedure used leading up to Allen's appointment. He wrote. "In the past the Barry County Board of Commissioners has announced any openings for positions by running adver­ tisements in the newspaper. The advertisement sets a spe­ cific date by which any inter­ ested applicant must submit their application to be con­ sidered for the position advertised. The notices appearing in the paper April 15 and 22... validate this approach. “Then, for some reason, a decision was made during a meeting of the County Development Committee on May 5 to send solicitations to selected applicants after the April 25 filing deadline had expired without notifying the public again that the position could be applied for again by any interested applicants, including the four names (Allen, Goodacre, Lawrence and Lukasiewicz) cherry picked arbitrarily by the County Development Committee. “This approach resulted in a question concerning what precedent and/or adopted procedure w as relied upon to hand pick four prior appli­ cants* applications that were not filed by the filing dead­ line of April 25. Since the correspondence from you soliciting interest by them was not mailed until May 7, it should be obvious to any­ body that this matter was handled in an irregular and inappropriate manner. Once again. I'm interested in the reasoning used by you and the County Development Committee in deviating from past practices of soliciting citizens for position by advertising the county's needs vs. cherry picking of applicants by you and the members of the County Development Committee.** Wiggins stressed that he is not interested in the ZBA seat now led by Allen and he has no idea whether or not Allen is qualified or not for the job. He is, however, call­ ing the question about the committee’s process. Wiggins said. “I’m not interested in the position or any other vacant board posi­ tion because my time is too valuable to be wasted. But I’m concerned about the process used to fill the vacancy..." He wrote. “This process could lead one to conclude the decision makers were bending the rules to obtain a desired outcome m filling the vacant position on the ZBA.” Though no reason has been given publicly as to why Wiggins is regarded as an unacceptable addition to the ZBA. there has been speculation that his wife Kathy’s role in the campaign for a new animal shelter and the couple’s opposition to a shooting range near their Castleton Township home may have been factors. Wiggins* questions come on the heels of a stormy and controversial year for the County Board’s appoint­ ments. which have included the removal of Planning ami Zoning Commissioner James Kinney, the refusal to appoint former County Commissioner Tom Wilkinson to the Solid Waste Oversight Committee, refusal to interview longtime volunteer Walter Forsberg for a vacancy on the Parks and Recreation Commission and last week the refusal; to reappoint Jeff VanNortwick to the Parks and Recreation Commission. 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Charlie Pullen says, ‘We raised more than $1200 to purchase toys through our raffle and other toys were donated at Gavin’s, the Middle Villa, Bradford White and Thomapple Township." �The Sun and News. Middleville. December 23, 2003/ Page 13 m 1® OpUlmi Go digital! Now it’s incredibly easy for you to get great pictures from your digital files County Board dictatorial in making appointments A mcxlcratc. well-respected member of the Barn County community last week asked, “Remember fascism?" after reading the news of the County Board’s refusal to reappoint Jeff VanNortwick to the Parks and Recreation Commission. If you look up the word “fascism" in the dictionary, it says, “a government system led by a dictator having control, forcibly suppressing opposition and criticism." The board’s actions last week is as close as I ever want to get to this type of government. The pattern shown this year by the County Board majority in appointing people to boards and commissions is totally unacceptable to Barry County residents. Their dictatorial style and message tell us: If you don’t march in lockstep with us. we won’t let you into our spe­ cial, exclusive club. If you’re already on board, then we’ll have you removed. A tight-knit “courthouse gang" is in control of Barry County government, and those who may have differing opinions are not welcome to question its deeds. VanNortwick’s (Mister last week is just the latest in a series of board decisions to surround itself only with “yes men” or “yes women.” VanNortwick applied for reappointment to another three-year term, but was turned away, not because the board found a better candi­ date, but because VanNortwick has been regarded as a troublemaker. He has disagreed with the majority and has been outspoken in his criticism over lack of vision and planning. His successor. William Weisscrt, whose name County Board Chairman Jeff Mackenzie didn't know well enough to pronounce correctly in a public meeting last week, is advised to go along and keep his mouth shut if he wanks to stay on the Parks and Rec Commission beyond one term VanNortwick’s commitment to Charlton Park is virtually unmatched. Few if any others on that commission have put in as much time as a volunteer. Few if any have his kind of expertise in landscaping, a service he provided without charge for the historic Upjohn House. Apparently that doesn’t mean much to a board that does not tolerate dissent. Some privately have explained that VanNortwick is being punished because of his strong support of controversial former Director Peter Forsberg while overlooking the fact he more than anyone has welcomed and helped new Director George Shannon. But the rejection of VanNortwick is only the latest in the County Boatd’s disturbing pat­ tern of intolerance toward differences of opinion. Look at their record: • The refusal to even interview longtime volunteer Walter Forsberg for an open seat on the Parks and Recreation Commission last spring. It was very simply because he is Peter Forsberg’s father. • The reversal of a unanimous committee recommendation to appoint Donald Wiggins to the Zoning Board of Appeals. The committee voted 4-0 to recommend him, but the full County Board later voted 5-3 to deny his appointment, with Board Vice Chairwoman Sandy James changing her vote and refusing to explain why. I think it was because Wiggins’ wife was at (Kids with the board not long ago over building the new animal shelter and because the couple had voiced opposition to a shooting range near their home. • The refusal to appoint former County Commissioner Tom Wilkinson to a seat on the Barry County Solid Waste Oversight Committee, even though there were three openings at the time and he was the only applicant. It was no secret that Wilkinson, like VanNortwick, was an outspoken critic of board policies and decisions. Though he posed little if any threat to the County Board if he served on the Solid Waste Committee, his snub was the result of those previous disagreements. Several months later, there still are two unfilled seats on the Solid Waste Committee. • The removal of Planning Commissioner James Kinney, though that move, unlike the other four, was justified because there were valid concerns raised about his performance and public behavior. Nevertheless, his friend Mackenzie voted with the minority to retain him. • The trend of suppressing dissent or trying to remove “troublemakers” from public office was most spectacularly demonstrated almost four years ago when the County Board, which then included Mackenzie, Clare Tripp and James, voted to eliminate the county surveyor’s office, largely because they don’t like Brian Reynolds' politics. They bungled the job. how­ ever, and Reynolds won his legal challenge to file for the job regardless. Please note that the current board chairman is an attorney and should have known better. Barry County government is deteriorating into an ugly process of punishing “people we don’t like" or "people we don't agree with.” The only way to eliminate this sorry state of undemocratic affairs is to challenge the incumbents al the polls in the 2004 election. If you’ve ever considered running or know someone who would like to run. talk to them now. We need to find a way to throw the ras­ cals out in the next election cycle. 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Board sends rezoning request to planners bv Ruth Zachary Staff Writer The Caledonia Township Board last Wednesday night listened to plans to remod­ el an M-37 building owned by Jim Steketee and agreed to send a tabled rezoning request back to the Planning Commission for processing. Caledonia Planning Commissioners earlier in the week had listened to a new informal site plan for a Stone Ridge condominium proposal located northeast of 76th Street and M-37. brought by DenHartigh and Steketee Partners Dec. 15. The non-compliance of the above M-37 building to commercial standards stood in the way of processing the development Steketee and Partners would like to build. The new informal site plan review for the high density condo project was brought to the Planning Commission by Steketee and partners, represented by Don DeGroot of Exxel Engineering. The 49.56-acre parcel is situated east behind a com­ mercial overlay district along M-37. Stone Ridge is planned for 30 two-story structures with ten units each, with a total of 300 units. DeGroot said they were allowed to put in 6.2 units per acre. This is a max­ imum density allowed for high density districts in the township. Thirteen acres to the southeast has deep ravines, and is to be preserved, Steketee said. There would be attached garages and additional parking spaces. Pedestrian sidewalks and a walkway to the south to access a planned park on the Lepard property was shown. The development would have a community building and a pool. Access to the housing complex in this plan is be achieved with two drives through the commercial dis­ trict. on either side of an existing building erected by Steketee in 1992. which is part of a planned unit devel­ opment (PUD) established at that time. The building in the PUD. was originally several acres, but after MDOT widened M-37. the acreage was reduced to about seven acres. The two access drives to the condo project would remove another two acres, leaving only five upon which the structure is seated. On either side of the build­ ing are smaller C-2 parcels. All three parcels would total about 11 acres. The industrial-styled structure has spaces leased to other businesses, but the exterior does not conform to standards for the commer­ cial district. The planning commission has long object­ ed to the building and has frequently asked Steketee to remove it or to meet the commercial standards. In order to gain approval of the drives to access the proposed condo project, the 1992 PUD must be amended or rezoned. Chairman Archie Warner pointed out the two drives into the residential area was a major change in the origi­ nal PUD. requiring another public hearing. Last May, Steketee asked for rezoning the PUD parcel to C-2, general commercial, but was not recommended by the commissioners. It was felt the request to rezone back to C-2 was an attempt to circumvent town­ ship building standards. This went to the township board, which on June 18 tabled the request with the hope of negotiating a solu­ tion with the developer. Steketee said they still planned to ask for straight C-2 zoning. Planning Commission Chairman Archie Warner said. "I think under the right circumstances you could probably get it but I would­ n't support it without some kind of modification to the building" This site plan proposal was the newest of a series of presentations for Stoneridge. The evolution of proposals brought by Steketee and partners date back to the master planning process, reflecting ever changing concepts and promises. Master plan decisions reflected public input and compromise with the views of these same developers, with an emphasis on the need for a certain amount of industrial property which brings in revenue to support the services of the township. A significant amount of the Stoneridge property was zoned for industrial use, based on the developer's support for commercial and industrial. In 2002, the Steketee pro­ posal was made for a com­ bined mixed-use high densi­ ty residential and commer­ cial PUD. to be constructed on the 50-acre parcel. Stoneridge as proposed would have averaged 4.4 units per acre, with duplex and triplex units and a lay­ out similar to previous pro­ posals, it was said. Steketee had argued the rolling hills in that area were not suited for either industri­ al or commercial use, unless the ravines were bulldozed and leveled. The R-3 designation, was agreed to following a request by Steketee to amend the master plan, then CHARTER TOWNSHIP OF CALEDONIA COUNTY OF KENT, MICHIGAN PUBLIC NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that the Planning Commission of the Charter Township of Caledonia will hold a public hearing on January 5, 2004, at 7:00 p.m. at the Caledonia Township and Village Hall. 250 South Maple Street. Caledonia. Michigan, on the application of Saskatoon Golf Club for a special land use for the construction and use of a maintenance building and a stor­ age ouilding on the premises of Saskatoon Golf Club, together with a special land use of Saskatoon Golf Club a lawfully non-conforming golf course use, so as to convert its lawful non-conforming use status to a special land use under the terms of current Township Zoning Ordinance provisions The lands proposed tor the special land use are commonly described as 9038 92nd Street, and are legally described as follows That part of the West 1/2 of Section 25 Town 5 North Range 10 West, desenbed as commenc­ ing at the North 1/4 comer of said section, thence West along the North section line 886.75 feet; thence South 203 feet, thence South 87 degrees 50 minutes West 247 feet, thence South 21 degrees West 106 feet; thence South 72 degrees West 83.5 feet; thence North 54 degrees 26 min­ utes 26 seconds West 252.95 feet thence North 190 feet to the North section Ime thence West along the North section kne to the Northwest comer of said section thence Southerly atong the West section line to the Southwest comer of the Northwest 1/4 of the Southwest 1/4 thence East to the Southeast comer of the Northwest 1/4 of the Southwest 1/4 thence East to the center of said section: thence North atong the North-South 1/4 tone to the point of begmrang, Catedona Township, Kent County. Michigan All interested persons may attend the pubfcc hearing and comment on the requested specai land uses Wntten comments concerning the requested uses may be submitted to the Township office, 250 S. Maple Street. Caledonia Michigan 49316. up to the time of the pubic hearing Dated: December 19. 2003 PLANNING COMMISSION OF THE CHARTER TOWNSHIP OF CALEDONIA 05519611 only two years old. based on the above proposal. On May 19. the parcel was re zoned from A. agricultural and commercial, to R-3. medium density multiple family. Amending the district in the master plan to R-3 was agreed to by the Planning Commission after extensive consideration on Sept. 9. 2002. in a 5-2 vote, even though it was feared to set the stage for future requests to increase densities. It re­ configured the original township master plan, changing the commercial portion from 1.200 feet deep to about 300 feet deep in that area. Cherrywood Estates, east of the Steketee Partners property consists of single family homes on two-acre lots, which would be impacted greatly by devel­ opment options open to them, whether industrial, commercial or high density residential. Residents did not want commercial or industrial development so close to their homes, but they also did not want dense apartment housing next door. Steketee and Bob Deppe, another partner, had negoti­ ated with the residents. At the time of the rezon­ ing. Cherrywood residents felt a sincere effort had been made to create a plan they could live with, one reason the Planning Commission had agreed to the R-3 desig­ nation. Steketee has since with­ drawn his PUD request for a multi-use development, say­ ing he would develop with the underlying R-3 zoning, and develop the C-2 com­ mercial zoning in the frontage along M-37. Warner pointed out this site plan was different than the earlier plan, which fea­ tured varying densities from the east to the west. He reminded the develop­ er agreements had been made with the neighboring residents from Cherrywood estates. "That PUD was with­ drawn," DeGroot said. "At the time that the negotia­ tions with the neighbors and the township on the PUD process, it was an underly­ ing ag zone. It is now an R3 zone. Ten unit buildings are permitted and that's what we have tried to do." The changed plan was brought to the commission this month, with an increase to 300 units from a former 221-unit proposal, with 6.2 units per acre proposed, instead of 4.4. Public utilities were avail­ able, DeGroot explained, (which would now support a greater density than 221 units.) This proposal was not well received by the com­ missioners. Commissioner Duane Gunnink said, "I feel a little bit snookered on this deal." He reminded Steketee the commission had rezoned this parcel based on a previ­ ous proposal for resident owned condo units, with a percentage of seniors. "Now you pull that away and something else is brought in." He said if these units did­ n’t sell, they would not be under resident ownership. "It’s going to be 300 apart­ ments. This is an entirely different project. We rezoned this to be a buffer between residential and commercial. This is not what we rezoned it for. We rezoned it for single family one story condominiums." The terms condos and apartments was debated. Steketee said to board mem­ bers. he had the right to rent the condos if they did not sell, and said an office to handle rentals was a possi­ bility. and they "will market the units any way we have to." Steketee explained one of the reasons the plan had changed, is the sewer was to connect on 76th Street at a different elevation. The sewer that was installed was "two feet out of the ground." which would not allow three story buildings as the earlier proposal had explained. "It’s impossible to put basements in the way the township put the sewer in." Presumably, the increase in units was changed to compensate for the lack of basements, which would have allowed fewer units to sell or rent for more money. Commissioner Wally Bujak said, "it seems to me to be a classic bait and switch." "Residents who live east of that are now going to See Skeketee rezoning, pg. 18 CALEDONIA TOWNSHIP CALEDONIA TOWNSHIP BOARD December 17. 2003 Present: Harrison, Snyder, Cardwell, Bravata, Bujak. Robertson and Stauffer. Also Present: Engineer Wilcox, sever­ al staff members and several cit­ izens. Supervisor Harrison called the regular Caledonia Township meeting to order at 7:00 p.m Supervisor Harrison led the Pledge and Invocation CONSIDERATION OF THE AGENDA: Moved Harrison, sec­ ond Cardwell to add item 10H, Resolution tor Jousma concrete project Ayes: Bravata, Cardwell, Harrison, Snyder, Stauffer Nays Bujak. Robertson MOTION CARRIED. Moved Cardwell, sec­ ond Harrison to add item 101 prior approval for MMBJ attorney bills Ayes: All. MOTION CAR­ RIED. Moved Bravata, second Snyder to remove items 10A and 10F from the agenda. Ayes: Bravata, Cardwell, Snyder, Stauffer. Nays: Harrison, Bujak, Robertson MOTION CARRIED. Moved Snyder, second Harrison to add item 10J Jasonville Final Plat approval #7. Ayes: All. MOTION CARRIED Moved Snyder, second Cardwell to add 10K Meeting dates and times for 2004 Ayes: All MOTION CAR­ RIED. PUBLIC COMMENT Comments concerning the Steketee PUD. CONSENT AGENDA: Moved Snyder, second Stauffer to approve the consent Ayes: All MOTION CARRIED. CABLE TV AUTHORITY: Resolution was reviewed by Supervisor Harrison. Moved Bravata. second Cardwell to approve the resolution to approve articles of incorporation for Caledonia Community Cable Corporation Roll Call Vote Ayes All MOTION CARRIED. PRESENTATION BY STEKE­ TEE FOR PUD: Presentation was given by Jim Steketee Public comments were heard. Moved Cardwell, second Bujak to send back to the Planning Commission for review of changes Ayes All MOTION CARRIED STREET LIGHT INSTALLA­ TION WINGFIELD ESTATES: Discussion was held Moved Snyder, second Cardwell to approve a streetlight on 84th St. at Wingfield Estates with the Association re-imbursing the township for cost of instillation and paying monthly bills Ayes Al MOTION CARRIED. FINAL SITE CONDOMINIUM APPROVAL FOR SNOWBERRY SITE CONDOMINIUM: Moved Snyder second Stauffer to adopt a resolution granting approval for Snowberry Condominiums Roll call vote Ayes All MOTION CARRIED REQUEST FOR APPROVAL OF A SPECIAL USE PERMIT BY DAVENPORT UNIVERSITY: Moved Cardwell, second Bujak to adopt a resolution to approve special land use for University Campus Roll call vote Ayes All MOTION CARRIED. NEW SOFTWARE PRO GRAMS FOR GENERAL LEDGER. ACCOUNTS PAYABLE. PAYROLL: Snyder reviewed old software Moved Snyder, second Bravata to pur­ chase BS&A software for $21.480 00 Ayes Bravata. Cardwell. Snyder Nays Bujak. Harrison, Stauffer, Robertson MOTION DENIED. JOUSMA CONCRETE: Discussion was held Public comment was held Moved Bujak, second Robertson to deny resolution regarding township abatement action for zoning vio­ lation Ayes Bujak, Cardwell. Harrison, Snyder, Robertson Nays: Bravata, Stauffer MOTION CARRIED. MIKA, MEYERS BECKETT & JONES BILLS: Moved Snyder, second Bravata to approve pay­ ing MMBJ Bills tor August & September in the amount of 33,235 81 Ayes All MOTION CARRIED. JASONVILLE FINAL PLAT 97. Moved Stauffer, second Bravata to approve the final plat for Jasonville final plat 97 Ayes All MOTION CARRIED. 2004 MEETING DATES AND TIMES: Moved Harrison, second Stauffer to approve 2004 regular meetings dates and time for the 1st and 3rd Wednesday of the month at 7:00 p m Ayes. All MOTION CARRIED. BOARD COMMENTS: Supervisor Harrison reported on Kent County Sheriff Police Academy for 12 weeks, anyone interested should call Sgt. Mike Breen at 632-6178 Anyone with Hazard waste products can call 336-2501 for removal Harder & Warner will be offering their serv ices for Christmas tree recycling and also need help in chipping the trees Treasurer Cardwell thanked Rich Pierson, and utility staff Trustee Bravata reported on Public Safety services, that carbon monoxide detectors are available, atong with batteries and inspections of them, and thanked all employees Supervisor Harrison reported that a traffic study has been initi­ ated and that left turn lanes are scheduled for 2005. PUBLIC COMMENT (EXTENDED): Public comments on the Steketee PUD ADJOURNMENT. Moved Stauffer, second Snyder to adjourn at 900 p.m Ayes Ail MOTION CARRIED. Patricia Snyder Caledonia Township Clerk oeezzma �The Sun and News. Middleville. December 23. 2003/ Page 15 ORDINANCE NO. 03-_Z AN ORDINANCE to amend the Zoning Ordinance of the Charter Township of Caledonia (Fairbanks Estates Site Condominium Planned Unit Development THE CHARTER TOWNSHIP OF CALE­ DONIA ORDAINS: Section 1 The Zoning Ordinance of the Charter Township of Caledonia s hereby amended by the amendment of Section 4 2 thereof the Zoning Map. so as to rezone the following described lands from the R-1 Low Density Single Family District to the PUD Planned Unit Development District in accordance with the Final Development Plans of the Fairbanks Estates Site Condominium Planned Unit Development, subject to all of the terms and conditions of this Ordinance That part of the Northeast 1/4. Section 10. Town 5 North. Range 10 West. Caledonia Township Kent County. Michigan described as beginning at the East 1/4 comer of said Section thence S88E55W 2689 10 feet along the South hne of said Northeast 1/4 to the center of said Section, thence N00€57'54”W 745 54 feet along the West line of said Northeast 1/4, thence N88E55E 766 45 feet, thence N01E02E 182 0 feet: thence N8855E 573 24 feet to the West line of the Southeast 1/4 of said Northeast 1/4. thence N00E52'25"W 391 71 feet along said West line; thence N88E50'25’E 471 78 feet along the North hne of the Southeast 1/4 of said Northeast 1/4 to the Southerly line of Pine Edge Estates: thence S70E47E 433 80 feet along said Southerly line thence N89E13'E 467 22 feet along said Southerly line thence S00E47E 1166 82 feet along the East line of said Northeast 1/4 to the place of begin­ ning In the case of conflicts or discrepancies between any part of the Final Development Plan and the terms ot this ordinance, this ordinance shall control Section 2 The rezoning of the above described lands to the PUD Planned Unit Development District, in accordance with the Final Development Plan of Fairbanks Estates Site Condominium Planned Unit Development (the ADevelopment©) is expressly subject to all of the following terms and conditions (1) Development Plan. The Fairbanks Estates Site Condominium Planned Unit Development shall comply in all respects with the Development Plan of the Development The Development Plan includes the Final Development Plan hav­ ing a last revision date of October 27, 2003, except as to any matters which have been modified, deleted or otherwise amended by this ordinance. The final approved version of the Development Plan shall be authenticated by the signature of the Township Supervisor. (2) Land Uses. The Development shall be designed, laid out and used for only 43 detached single family dwellings, together with permitted residential accessory uses. The units and other elements of the Development will be established on a site condominium basis, in accordance with Township site condominium requirements and the Michigan Condominium Act (3) Unit Areas; Buildings and Site Access. (a) The boundanes of the Development and the layout and dimensions of all of the units therein shall be as shown on the Development Plan (TheARmO (b) Access to the Development shall be by private street extending from Alaska Avenue as shown on the Plan The intersections of the pnvate street with Alaska Avenue snail be designed and constructed m accor­ dance with the requirements and subject to the approval of. the Kent County Road Commission (c) Each of the dwellings shall be con­ structed Within the budding envelope shown for such unit on the Development Plan and snail have the following minimum building set­ backs Front Yard 30 feet. Side Yard: 10 feet. Rear Yard 25 feet (d) Each condominium unit shafi be at least 100 feet wide at the mrwnum required setback hne. except that Unit 18 shaH have the 100-toot mini­ mum width at the location shown on the Plan, and that the 1OO-loot mr»mum width line on Unit 17 shaB be adjusted so that it shows a M 100 feet of width between the side lot lines (e) Dwellings shafi have the mewnum floor area specified for the R-1 Low Density Smgte Family District (f) The maximum height ot any buddng in the Development shaH be 35 feet above the existing grade ney before the master deed is C Commissioner, as set forth in the (4) Streets. Driveways and recorded Dram Commissioner's letter of Sidewalks. (c) Prior to the removal of trees and November 24. 2003. to the appli­ (a) The streets m the Development shafi grading the applicant wH prepare cant's engineering firm, with respect be hard surfaced, and shaH be con­ and submit a grading plan, showing to storm water drainage m and for structed in compliance with all details of tree removal grading and Township pnvate street require­ the Development. shall be fully com­ the limits of tree cteanng. subject to plied with, including but not limited to ments The streets shaH be located the approval of the Township conditions pertaining to storm water and constructed as shown on the Planner, or alternatively, the Planning detention basins, drainage calcula­ Plan Final construction drawings tor Commission tions details of the detention basins the streets in the Development shall (12) Outdoor Lighting. If outdoor street the outlet structures tor the detention be subject to the approval of the lighting is installed, it shall be installed at basins and other requirements Township engineer (f) The proposed detention basin locat­ the expense of the Developer, and the cost (b) Street grades will be designed and ed outside the boundanes of the of operation of the street lighting system laid out so as to minimize tree and PUD. to the west of Unit 18. shaH be shaH be an expense of the Developer or, soil approval Street grades shafi not subject to ail of the applicable provi­ following the transfer of afi interest to the exceed 8% A street profile shall be sions of this ordinance, including in condominium association, then such submitted to the Township and shall particular the surface water drainage expense shall be that of the Association be subject to the review and requirements The applicant shall Street lights, if installed, shall be designed approval of the Township engineer prepare and record a restrictive and placed so as to minimize the glare of Ail required parking will be provided covenant, including an easement, lighting onto adjacent lands. If street hghts within the boundanes of each unit. providing for the location of the are installed, a street light shall be placed (c) The entrance of the private drive detention pond on such lands, the at the intersection of the pnvate drive and onto Alaska Avenue shall be subject operation thereof, access thereto Alaska Avenue, unless such requirement to the approval of the Kent County and all other matters required for the is waived or modified by the Township Road Commission A copy of the establishing, operation, maintenance Planner or. alternatively, the Planning Road Commission permit approving and improvement of the detention Commission. the entrance shall be submitted to (13) Signage. There may an identifica­ pond at such location. The restrictive the Township office covenant and the easement for such tion sign for the Development to be locat­ (d) Streets shall be maintained, ed near the entrance of the pnvate drive, purpose shall run with the land in repaired replaced and snowplowed perpetuity Such documents shall be off Alaska Avenue The size of any such so as to afford continuous access submitted to the township Attorney sign and all other aspects of the sign shall and unimpeded passage tor vehi­ prior to recording, and they shall be comply with the sign requirements of the cles (including emergency vehicles) subject to the attorney's approval, R-1 District. No other signs shall be per­ under ail weather conditions consistent with the terms hereof mitted, except in accordance with the sign (e) No individual driveway or shared Such instruments shall be approved provisions of the Township Zoning driveway shaH have a grade greater and recorded prior to commence­ Ordinance. Stop signs shall be installed if than 10% Applications for building ment of construction of the surface and where required by the County Road permits for each unit shall include a water drainage system in and for the Commission Each of the streets in the grading plan showing the proposed Development shall be identified by a street Development driveway location the grade of the (7) Utilities. All utility service within the name sign County approval of street dnveway and the earth changes to Development shall be by means of names shall be obtained be made on the site so as to accom­ (14) Fire Protection. The design, lay­ underground facilities. The master modate the proposed dnveway. deed shall reserve easements for out and construction of the Development (f) The Developer and the Township future private and public utility serv­ shall be reviewed by the Township Fire have entered into an agreement ice. including water and sewer, with­ Chief as to matters of public safety and whereby the Developer has voluntar­ emergency access. The recommenda­ in the pnvate road right-of-way ily agreed to contribute a portion of (8) Soil erosion and Sedimentation tions. if any. of the Fire Chief on these mat­ the cost for the improvement of a ters shall be complied with by the appli Control. In the construction and use specified portion of Alaska Avenue, a of the Development the applicant cant. public street, under certain terms and (15) Open Space. The areas within the shall comply in all respects with any conditions Based on the voluntary required soil erosion and sedimenta­ Development that are to be set aside as commitment on the part of the tion control permit. A copy thereof open space and no-disturb areas shall be Developer, such agreement and all of shall be submitted to the Township. so designated on the Plan. The Plan shall the terms hereof are hereby made a Soil erosion protection and stabiliza­ also include other information indicating part of this ordinance. Accordingly, tion techniques and procedures the use, if any, of the designated open the applicant shall timely comply with shall be provided continuously dur­ space areas. Except for permitted uses all of the terms, provisions and ing all phases of construction, until thereof, the open space areas shall be requirements of the agreement, lawns and other landscaped areas maintained in a natural state and shall not including but not limited to, the sub­ be used for improvements or other devel­ are established. mission to the Township of an exe­ (9) Wetlands. Any portions of the opment. In the Master Deed, or in a sepa­ cuted performance bond or letter of Development which are wetlands or rate recordable Declaration of Restrictive credit, running to the benefit of the which have been designated as wet­ Covenants, the use of the open space Township, in an amount not less than lands under applicable Michigan law areas within the Development shall be lim­ $50,000. The performance bond or shall not be filled, dredged or devel­ ited as stated in this ordinance, and no letter of credit shall have a surety oped to any extent without the development shall be permitted therein, acceptable to the Township, and the approval of the Michigan except as stated in this ordinance other provisions thereof shall be in (16) Site Condominium Approval Department of Natural Resources, accordance with the above-stated (a) The Township hereby approves the by means of such permits as may be agreement Fairbanks Estates Site required by law. the design, layout (5) Sanitary Sewer Service and Water Condominium and the Plan for such and construction of the Supply. All units in the Development Development, subject to the terms Development shall be earned out shall be served by a pnvate septic and conditions of this Ordinance only in such a manner as to have no tank and dramfield system, and all (b) The Development shall comply with senous adverse effect on the quality units shall be served by separate the Site Condominium Chapter of and the waters of any wetland areas. individual water wells AH septic sys­ the Zoning Ordinance As to any pro­ (10) Garbage and Refuse tems and wells shall be subject to visions required herein to be includ­ the approval of the Kent County Disposal. Garbage and refuse disposal ed in the Master Deed and/or con­ Health Department and shaH be con­ will be accomplished by pnvate contract in dominium bylaws for the condomini­ structed in compliance with all appli­ compliance with any Township require­ um portion of the Development, ments AH trash, garbage and refuse shall cable regulations such instruments shall specifically be kept r a garage or other fully enclosed (6) Surface Water Drainage. list each requirement and shall pro­ (a) The drainage of surface waters shafi area except for short periods of time rea­ vide that the same shall not there­ be accomplished by leaching sonably necessary to permit the removal after by amended or deleted without basins, storm sewers, designated thereof by garbage and refuse haulers the prior written approval of the (11) Landscaping and Buffering. drainage areas culverts and other Planning Commission and Township (a) A complete landscape plan tor the means, as indicated in the Plan Board Such provision shall be Development shafi be submitted by (b) The use of the surface water reviewed by the Township attorney the app*icant and shall be subject to drainage system in the Dev etopment before recording, so as to verify their the approval oi tne Township Zoning and the discharge ot waters from the compliance with this subparagraph Administrator The landscape plan storm sewer system and other ele­ There shafi be no provisions of the shafi include detail on outdoor light­ ments of the surface wate' drainage Master Deed or condominium ing. signage and sidewalks and walksystem shafi be accomplished so as bytaws which are contrary to or at mg trails, if any. consistent with this to have no significant adverse effect variance with the provisions of tots Ordnance upon adjacent or nearby lands or Ordinance To the extent that any 'bl No later than one year after the com­ surface waters, by reason of ero­ such Master Deed or condominium pletion of construction of a dwelling sion polubon or otherwise bylaw provisions may be contrary to on any unit or within 180 days of (c) The condominium master deed and occupancy of the dwelling whichever or al vanance with any of the provi­ bylaws shafi require that afi taakbes sions of this Ordinance, this ts sooner, landscaping shall be for storm wate' management be rog­ Ordinance shafi control nsiafied on such unit m accordance uery maintained n proper function­ (c) A copy of the proposed Master Deed with the landscape plan Except tor ing condition and the proposed condominium areas which have natural cover the (d) The surface water drainage plan ano bylaws shafi be submitted to the ir* areas to be landscaped snaH be system shafi be subject to the Township attorney tor the attorney's graded, covered witn four inches ot approval of the Townstwp engneer review and approval, consistent witn terale topsoil and sufficiently seeded and the surface water drainage sys­ the terms of trite Ordinance, pnor to «teh perennial grass seed or as pro­ tem shafi comply r al respects w*n recording with the Register o* vided by the landscape plan The notne Township Storm Water Deeds dsturb areas open space areas and Ordinance In accordance weh mat (17) Other Matters. Afi other aspects of buffer areas as shown in the Plan ordnance, the appkcarw shafi obtan the Development not specifically covered shafi be estab«shec m perpetu rty by a storm water permit ano shafi com­ means of the master deed, the lan­ by this ordinance including accessory ply with al of the terms thereof guage of which shafi be subject to building regulations shaH comply with the (e) Afi of the requirements and com> toe approval of the Townsnip attor­ mrwnum requirements tor the R-1 Low tons of the Kent County Dram jn&ty Smgie Family Residential District (18 Performance Guarantees. (a) Before commencing any construc­ tion in the Development, the appli­ cant shafi deposit with the township an executed performance bond or letter of credit, in torn and with con­ tent satisfactory to the Township, m an amount deemed satisfactory by the Township Engineer, conditioned upon the applicant's txneiy and faith­ ful performance of afi of the require­ ments of this ordinance, the Township Zoning Ordinance the Township Building Code and other applicable laws, ordinances and reg ulabons: provided, however, that if said amount of performance bond or letter of credit should subsequently be deemed insufficient by the Township, by reason of costs incurred or to be incurred by the Township from the amount of the bond or letter of credit, then the applicant shall promptly upon request deposit with the Township an amended or subsequent perform­ ance bond or letter of credit in such additional amount as the Township may require (b) From time to time, as components of the Development are satisfactorily completed, the Township, by motion or resolution of the Township Board, may release or discharge appropn ate portions of the amount secured by the performance bond or tetter of credit (C) The performance guarantee required by paragraph (a) of this subsection (18) shall be in addition to the performance bond or tetter of credit with respect to the improve­ ment of Alaska Avenue, specified in Section 2(4)(f) of this ordinance (d) In accordance with the above stated agreement for the improvement of Alaska Avenue, and the commitment thereto on the part of the Developer no more than 15 dwelling units shall be constructed in the Development unless and until Alaska Avenue has been improved in accordance with the agreement between the Developer and the Township for con­ tribution of a portion of the cost of the Alaska Avenue Street improve­ ment. (19) Findings by the Township Board. (a) The Township Board hereby deter­ mines that the Plan complies with the provisions of the Township Zoning Ordinance and promotes its intent and purposes The Township Board further finds that the Development, upon construction and use in full compliance with all of the terms and provisions of this Ordinance and the Township Zoning Ordinance, will be compatible with adjacent uses of lands, the natural environment and the capacities of public services and facilities affected by the Development (b) The Township Board further deter mines that the Development will be consistent with the public health, safety and general welfare (c) The conditions set forth herein with regard to the Development are determined to be those conditions which are necessary to insure that public services and facilities affected by the Development will be capable of accommodating increased public service demands caused by the Development, to protect the natural environment and to conserve natural resources and energy, to insure compatibility with adjacent land uses and to promote the use of land m a socially and economically desirable (20) Enforcement. The Township may enforce the provisions of this Ordinance and applicable provi­ sions of the Township Zoning Ordnance (including Section 23.5 thereof). Building Code and other ordinances, laws and regulations to the extent and in any manner pro­ vided by law Any violation of the conditions of this Ordinance shafi be a violation of the Zoning Ordinance, subject to the same penalties as provided therein (21) Effective Date/Publication. This Ordinance shall become effective seven days after its publication or seven days after the publication of a summary of its provisions in a local newspaper of general circula- �Page 16/The Sun and News, Middleville. December 23, 2003 SUMMARY OF CHARTER TOWNSHIP OF CALEDONIA WATER CONNECTION, USE AND RATE ORDINANCE ADOPTED BY THE CHARTER TOWNSHIP OF CALEDONIA This is a summary of the Charter Township of Caledonia Wafer Connection. Use and Rate Ordinance (the ‘Ordinance') adopted by the Charter Township of Caledonia as Ordinance No 03-02 at a regular meeting on December 3. 2003 ARTICLE I SHORT TITLE: FINDINGS; PURPOSE. The Ordinance is known and referred to as the "Water Connection. Use and Rate Ordinance’ and the Ordinance applies to all properties served by the Water System The Ordinance establishes uniform requirements for users of the Water System m compliance with federal and state laws Other objectives of the Ordinance include proportional distribu­ tion of the costs of the system and protection of the physical integrity of the System Article I provides detailed objectives and findings with respect to the Ordinance and the Water System ARTICLE II DEFINITIONS. Article II of the Ordinance contains forty-six (46) definitions of terms which are used throughout the Ordinance ARTICLE III OPERATION AND MAINTENANCE. The Ordinance provides that the System is owned, operated and maintained by the Township and the Township reserves various rights with respect to the System including, but not limited to. adopting and impos­ ing restrictions on tt»e use of the system and abating nuisances that affect the public health An owner of a Premises is responsi­ ble for the maintenance and repair of the Plumbing System locat­ ed within the Premises ARTICLE IV USE OF PRIVATE WATER WELLS. The Ordinance allows use of existing water wells on Premises connected to the System but only tor purposes not involving human consumption or pro­ longed bodily contact Certain areas within the Service District are not permitted to drill or install private water wells for Portable drinking purposes ARTICLE V CONNECTION PROCEDURES. Customers are required to obtain a permit from the Township and pay all applicable fees and costs to connect to the System Service Connections must be installed either by the Township or an Approved Contractor at the Customer's expense. The Ordinance establishes specific regulations for the instal­ lation of Service Connections and Service Lines. ARTICLE VI METERS. The Ordinance requires that the Public Water usage be metered. The Township installs and maintains the meter at the Customer’s cost. The Ordinance establishes meth­ ods and parameters for testing the accuracy of Meters and pro­ vides that billing adjustments may be made to a Customer's bill for water usage if a Meter is tested and determined to be “fast” or “stow." ARTICLE Vlt FIRE HYDRANTS. The Ordinance imposes restrictions on the use of Fire Hydrants including, but not limited to, a prohibition on the opening of Fire Hydrants except upon application for an approval of use of a Fire Hydrant. It is unlawful for a person to obstruct or prevent free access to a Fire Hydrant. ARTICLE VIII WATER SYSTEM EXTENSIONS AND IMPROVEMENTS. The Township may determine on its own or on petition of proper­ ty owners to extend or improve the System Costs to extend or improve the System must be paid by customers to be served by the extension or improvements including all applicable fees and charges as set forth in the Ordinance The Township may utilize any legal means necessary to extend or improve the System and may enter into contracts setting forth the terms and conditions for the extension and improvement of the System ARTICLE IX SYSTEM USE. The Ordinance prohibits and makes unlawful certain acts including, but not limited to, damaging or destroying any portion of the System, contamination of the System, con­ necting any pipe to the System or utilizing Public Water in a man­ ner inconsistent with the Ordinance The Township ts authorized to stop service to any Customer at any time tor any reason and the Township rs not responsible or liable tor a disruption or ces­ sation of service to a Customer The Township is authorized to add fluonde to the System n accordance with state law and within limitations established or authorized by state statute or regulation ARTICLE X CROSS-CONNECTIONS The Township adopts rules pro­ hibiting and regulating Cross Connections to prohtort the con­ tamination of the System A Customer >s required to obtain Township approval before installing any device to prevent or cor­ rect a Cross Connection and the Customer is responsible tor the maintenance and repair of any Cross Connection devices The Township may discontinue service to any Premises where a Cross Connection exists ARTICLE XI WATER SUPPLY RATES AND CHARGES. The System is required to be operated on a public utility basts using the same fiscal year as the Township The Township is required to review and revise penodicaay the rates and charges established by the Ordinance to meet System expenses and preserve the System in good repair and working order Various rates and charges are established by the Ordinance including, but not hmited to, the following: a Connection Fee. Service Connection Fee. Readiness to Serve Fee, Commodity Fee. Meter Fee. Inspection and Administration Fee. Unmetered Fire Protection Fee. Hydrant Rental and a Miscellaneous Customer Fee Water Supply Rates and Charges may be set by resolution of the Township Board Water Supply Rates and Charges are billed by the Township Treasuier on or about the 1st day of the first month in each cal­ endar quarter and are due and payable on or before the 1 st day of the second month m the quarterly billing period. If Water Supply Rates and Charges are not paid when due, the Township may impose a time price differential of 5.0% per quarter or frac­ tion of a quarter In addition to the imposition and collection of the time price differential for late payments, the Township may discontinue water service, institute legal action to recover amounts due, and/or enforce the lien imposed for Water Supply Rates and Charges, as well as other remedies specified in the Ordinance ARTICLE XII FLOW OF FUNDS. Ail collections of Water Rates and Charges shall be deposited by the Township into separate funds established by the Township with designated subaccounts. ARTICLE XIII UTILITIES ADMINISTRATOR; UTILITIES COMMITTEE. Operation, maintenance and administration of the System is coordinated by the Utilities Administrator and the overall System is managed by the Township Utilities Committee. ARTICLE XIV ADMINISTRATIVE APPEALS; BOARD OF APPEALS. The Ordinance provides tor the Utilities Committee to conduct infor­ mal hearings to consider disagreements over the interpretation and application of the Ordinance and permit deviations from strict enforcement in cases of hardship Appeals from the decision of the Utilities Committee may be made to the Board of Appeals. Rules for appeals are set forth in the Ordinance. Appeals from a determination of the Board of Appeals may be made to the Kent County Circuit Court within twenty (20) days. ARTICLE XV POWERS AND AUTHORITY OF TOWNSHIP EMPLOYEES OR REPRESENTATIVES. Authorized employees or representa­ tives of the Township shall be permitted access to a property served by the System for the purpose of meter reading, inspec­ tion observation, measurement, testing and other purposes specified in the Ordinance. ARTICLE XVI PENALTIES. The Township may issue a cease and desist order for violation of the Ordinance. Violation of the Ordinance shall be a municipal civil infraction punishable by fines of $100 to $500 for the first offense and $200 to $2,500 for subsequent offenses, in addition to other costs, damages and expenses pro­ vided by law. In addition, violations of the Ordinance constitute nuisances, and the Township may take action to correct the nui­ sance and charge the cost thereof against the User. Persons who violate the Ordinance shall be liable for expenses incurred by the Township as a result of such violation. ARTICLE XVII MISCELLANEOUS. The Ordinance provides guidance in case part of the Ordinance is held invalid and repeals certain prior Township orotnances. ARTICLE XVIII PUBLICATION AND EFFECTIVE DATE. The Ordinance shall become effective thirty (30) days after pubkcacon. ARTICLE XIX AMENDMENT. The Township reserves the right to amend the Ordinance m whole or m part at any time. APPENDIX. The Ordnance includes one Appendix Appendix I is a map of the Caledonia Water Supply District A true ano complete copy of Township Ordinance No. 03-02 can be inspected or obtained during normal business hours at Charter Townsho of Caledonia Ordinance No 03-02 250 Maple P.O Box 288 Caledonia Ml 49316 (616)891-0070 Charter Township of Caledonia Patricia Snyder. Township Clerk Three men nabbed for home invasion Jose Rodrigo Diaz Three men have been apprehended in connection with a break-in and burglary of a house on 92nd Street last week. Arraigned Friday in 63rd District Courtin Cascade were Jose Rodrigo Diaz (18), two counts of home invasion second degree; Omar Sanchez-Guzman (21), one count home invasion second degree; and Joel Lara (20), one count of home invasion second degree. All were held on $7,500 bond. Detectives were able to link Jose Diaz to one other home invasion on Alaska Avenue SE (Dec. 12) in Caledonia Township. Detectives feel these three men may be responsible for other area break-ins and con­ tinue to work on this investi­ gation with other local police agencies. All three men were from the Grand Rapids area. An elderly man stopping by a family member’s home surprised the three men exit­ ing the house with stolen goods. Kent County Sheriffs authorities said two of the men jumped into a vehicle parked nearby and spun through the snow around the witness’s vehicle and a third man ran off into the woods. This witness quickly called police. At the scene officers were informed of the situation and called in a K-9 unit from the Grand Rapids Police Department. Within the hour the one suspect was appre­ hended hiding in a barn almost a mile away. Officers also noted that the man lost both his shoes while fleeing through a swampy area. The officer assisting from Grand Rapids heard the vehi­ cle information and alerted his department. Soon after sharing this information, Grand Rapids Police stopped two men in a vehicle unrelat ed to our suspect vehicle broadcast. That traffic stop resulted in two men being brought to the Kent County Sheriff Department for ques­ tioning as possible suspects in the home invasion. These two men along with the earlier arrested man are all currently at the Kent County Sheriff Department for interrogation/intervicws. The van observed at the scene on 92nd Street was recovered with stolen proper­ ty inside, from the parking lot at Lowe’s 3330 28th St SE. Other stolen property was recovered in the woods where the one man was seen. It appeared they were target­ ing jewelry and electronic equipment. Reach over 11,000 area homes every week with an ad in the Sun & News. Call 269-945-9554 to place your ad today. THORNAPPLE AREA enrichment foundation i 4* K Our Hometown Charitable Organization MISSION: To enrich and enhance the quality of life in the Thornapple Area by acting as a leader and catalyst in the evolving needs of the community. For scholarship and charitable gift information, please write to P.O. Box 164 Middleville, Michigan 49333-0164 tk toef^tiotmail. c om 06572944 �The Sun and News. Middleville. December 23, 2003/ Page 17 SUMMARY OF CHARTER TOWNSHIP OF CALEDONIA SEWER CONNECTION, USE AND RATE ORDINANCE ADOPTED BY THE CHARTER TOWNSHIP OF CALEDONIA This is a summary of the Charter Township of Caledonia Sewer Connection. Use and Rate Ordinance (the “Ordinance") adopted by the Charter Township of Caledonia as Ordinance No. 03-03 at a regular meeting on December 3, 2003 ARTICLE I SHORT TITLE; FINDINGS; PURPOSE. The Ordinance is known and referred to as the “Sewer Connection, Use and Rate Ordinance' and applies to all properties served by the M37 Collection Systems or the Campau/Kettle Lake Sewer System, which together are referred to as the Sewer System The Ordinance is adopted in accordance with the Township s obligations as set forth in prior contracts and agreements to own oper­ ate and maintain a public sewage disposal system and establishes uniform requirements for users of the Sewer System in compliance with federal and state laws Other objectives of the Ordinance include preventing pollution, recycling wastewaters and sewages, distribut­ ing costs of the System m a proportional man­ ner and protecting the integrity of the System Article I of the Ordinance provides detailed objectives and findings with respect to the Ordinance and the Sewer System. ARTICLE II DEFINITIONS. Article II of the Ordinance contains eighty (80) definitions of terms which are used throughout the Ordinance. ARTICLE III CONNECTION TO AND EXTENSION OF THE PUBLIC SEWER SYSTEM The Ordinance regulates sewage disposal tn the Sewer District All owners of Structures in which Sanitary Sewage Originates now situat­ ed or hereafter constructed and located within 200 feet of an available sewer within a Special Assessment District are required to connect to the Sewer System. Owners of presently unde­ veloped parcels in the Sewer District outside of the Special Assessment District are required to connect to the Sewer System if a parcel is improved after the effective date of the Ordinance by a Structure in which Sanitary Sewage Originates and a septic permit is not obtained prior to the effective date of the Ordinance. Owners of current Structures in which Sanitary Sewage Originates which are located in the Sewer District, but outside the Special Assessment District, and which are currently served by private sewage disposal facilities, are not required to connect to the Sewer System until: (a) existing private sewage disposal facilities fail; or (b) connec­ tion of improved properties within the area in which the premises is located is declared to be a necessity by the Township for the public health and welfare. All connections to the Sewer System must be completed no later than twelve (12) months after the date of notice by the Township or the modification of a structure to become a Structure in which Sanitary Sewage Originates The Ordinance details enforce­ ment procedures and provides a civil penalty for persons who fail to connect in a timely manner. Premises located outside the Sewer District shall be permitted to connect to the Sewer System only with the consent of the Township Board, based on the continued availability of capacity in the Sewer System and other con­ siderations deemed appropriate by the Township Board The Ordinance details requirements and conditions applicable to the extension of the Sewer System to serve developments and additional lands ARTICLE IV PRIVATE SEWAGE DISPOSAL. If the Sewer System is not available to a parcel of land within the Sewer Distnct buddings must be connected to Private Sewage Disposal Facilities which comply with the requirements of the Kent County Health Department and Michigan Department of Environmental Quaktv (“MDEQ"). At such time as the Sewer System becomes available to a parcel (in the manner specified in the Ordinance), the parcel shaM be connected to the Sewer System and the pri­ vate facility must be property abandoned. ARTICLE V BUILDINGS SEWERS AND CONNEC­ TIONS. Connection to the System may only be made pursuant to a permit issued by the Township The Ordinance provides procedures for filing a sewer connection permit applica­ tion. The Ordinance provides construction standards applicable to sewer connection and building plumbing The property owner is responsible for the cost of the connection to the Sewer System Connection shall be sub­ ject to inspection by the Township inspector. The Ordinance specifies the responsibility for the repair, operation, maintenance and replacement of the Sewer System and Sewer System connections The Ordinance provides for two types of Service Connections to be located on private property - Gravity Service and a Grinder Pump System Sketches of typical Gravity Service and Grinder Pump connections are attached to the Ordinance as Appendices III and IV. With the exception of certain Service Connections, which will be installed as part of the initial con­ struction of the Sewer System, the property owner is responsible for the installation of the Service Connection Applicants for a Service Connection which includes a Gnnder Pump System will be requested to execute an ease­ ment granting permission to the township to construct, operate, maintain and repair the Service Connection A property owner who declines to grant an on-site easement to the Township shall be responsible for installing, constructing, operating, maintaining and repairing the Grinder Pump Station located on his or her tot. If the Service Connection is a Gravity System, or in the case of all Service Connections which are not Gravity Systems if the property owner has not granted an ease­ ment to the Township, then the property owner shall be responsible for operating, maintaining and repairing the Gravity System - Service Connection on his or her lot. If an applicant initially refuses to grant an on-lot easement to the Township, that appli­ cant, or a successor, may later do so and the Township will accept responsibility for mainte­ nance if the Service Connection is in good operating condition. Installation and maintenance of the Building Sewer, which connects a building's plumbing system to the Service Connection, is the responsibility of the property owner ARTICLE VI USE OF THE PUBLIC SEWER SYSTEM. The Ordinance prohibits the discharge of storm water, ground water and other unpollut­ ed waters into the Sewer System. The Ordinance also prohibits and regulates the dis­ charge of sewage with characteristics which would damage the Sewer System or which cannot be property treated at the treatment plant The Township is empowered to take actions to protect the Sewer System, including requiring pretreatment or grease traps, discon­ necting a user, controlling the rate and quanti­ ty of discharge, and requiring monitoring facili­ ties. ARTICLE VII SEWER RATES AND CHARGES. The Ordinance establishes responsibility to.- the operation and maintenance of the various components of the Sewer System The Sewer System operates on the same fiscal year as the Township on a public utility basis. The Township will review and revise rates, charges and expenditures for the operation and main­ tenance of the Sewer System The Ordinance provides that a Connection Fee m an amount to be established for direct and indirect connections from time to time by resolution of the Township Board must be paid to connect to the Sewer System. The Connection Fee is payable m cash at the time of hiing a connection application. The Connection Fee may be set in different amounts by connections to the Campau/Kettle Lake Sewage Disposal System of M-37 Collection System, or any speoai assessment distnct therein In addition to the payment of the fees, the property owner must pay the cost of acquiring and instating the service connec­ tion. Those parcels located in the Special Assessment District and subject to a fun spe­ cial assessment shall be deemed to have paid the Connection Fee if payments on the special assessment are current The Ordinance establishes various rates and charges including a User Charge. Debt Service Charge. User Surcharge. Miscellaneous User Fee. and an Inspection and Administrative Fee The User Charge and Debt Service Charge are established on a perunit basis by resolution of the Township Board and the obligation to pay User Charges and Debt Service Charges anses on the date of connection to the Sewer System. The User Charge and Debt Service Charge may be set in different amounts for connections to the Campau/Kettle Lake Sewage Disposal System or M-37 Collection System, or any special assessment district therein. A User Surcharge may be imposed on users who discharge sewage containing characteristics in excess of normal strength domestic sewage. Furthermore, the township may, with respect to a particular user, charge non-recurring fees, in the amounts established by Township Board resolution, to users for miscellaneous service, repairs and administrative costs incurred, for example, as a result of damage to the Sewer System caused by the intentional or negligent acts of a user. The Inspection and Administration Fee shall be charged by the Township to cover the cost of inspecting Sewer Connections and related administrative costs. The amount of this fee shall be determined by resolution of the Township Board Sewer Rates and Charges shall be billed on a monthly basis. The Township will mail bills on or about the first day of the first month in each calendar quarter. Bills will be due and payable on or before the first day of the second month in the quarterly billing period. Bills not paid when due are subject to a time price differen­ tial charge of 5% per quarter or fraction of a quarter shall be charged on the outstanding balance. Sewer service may be discontinued as a result of non-payment of rates or charges or violation of the Ordinance. Before discontinu­ ing service, the Township shall give thirty (30) days’ written notice to the user. All Sewer Rates and Charges are a lien against the property served. The Township shall enter delinquent sewer rates and charges on the tax roll, and such charges may be col­ lected in the same manner as general proper­ ty taxes. A lien shall not attach for Sewer Rates and Charges to a property leased to a tenant who is responsible by the terms of a written lease for payment of sewer charges if the land­ lord executes an Affidavit and provides a secu­ rity deposit. No free service shall be furnished by the Sewer System to any public or private user. If a sewer service is discontinued as a result of non-payment of rates or charges or violation of the Ordinance, the property owner must pay disconnection and reconnection fees and a security deposit to insure future pay­ ment. ARTICLE VIII FLOW OF FUNDS. All collections of Sewer Rates and Charges shall be deposited by the Township nto separate funds established by the Township with designated subaccounts ARTICLE IX SEWER BACKUP OR OVERFLOW REPORTING PROCEDURES. In accordance with state law. the Ordinance provides a pro­ cedure for providing notice of sewer overflows or backups and resolving claims for damage caused by such overflows and backups Written notice of the backup and any claim for damages must be provided to the Township within 45 days after the damage or physical injury was discovered or reasonably should have been discovered by the Claimant. After submission of the written claim, and additional documentation and investigations required as set forth in the Ordinance, the Township may make a determination as to liability with respect to the claim ARTICLE X UTILITIES ADMINISTRATOR; UTILITIES COMMITTEE. Operation, maintenance and administration of the System is coordinated by the Utilities Administrator and the overall System is managed by the Township Utilities Committee. ARTICLE XI ADMINISTRATIVE APPEALS; BOARD OF APPEALS. The Ordinance provides for the Utilities Committee, or the Joint Sewer Committee as the case may be and depending on the component of the Sewer System to conduct informal hearings to consider dis­ agreements over the interpretation and appli­ cation of the Ordinance and permit deviations from strict enforcement in cases of hardship In addition, the Utilities Committee, or the Joint Sewer Committee, as the case may be and depending on the component of the Sewer System, may waive mandatory connection requirements for a period of not more than one year and approve installment payment arrangements for Connection Fees, subject to certain limitations as specified in the Ordinance Appeals from the decision of the Utilities Committee or the Joint Sewer Committee may be made to the Board of Appeals Rules for appeals are set forth in the Ordinance. Appeals from a determination of the Board of Appeals may be made to the Kent County Circuit Court within twenty (20) days ARTICLE XII INSPECTIONS AND RELATED MATTERS. Authorized representatives of the Township, the County Health Department, the MDEQ and the U.S EPA are authonzed to enter premises connected to the Sewer System at reasonable times for the purpose of inspection and observation of sewer facilities ARTICLE XIII PENALTIES. The Township may issue a cease and desist order for violation of the Ordinance. Violation of the Ordinance shall be a municipal civil infraction punishable by fines of $10 to $500 for the first offense and $200 to $2,500 for subsequent offenses, In addition to other costs, damages and expenses provided by law. In addition, violations of the Ordinance constitute nuisances, and the Township may take action to correct the nuisance and charge the cost thereof against the User Persons who violate the Ordinance shall be liable for expenses incurred by the Township as a result of such violation. ARTICLE XIV MISCELLANEOUS. The Ordinance pro­ vides guidance in case part of the Ordinance is held invalid and repeals certain prior Township ordinances. ARTICLE XV PUBLICATION AND EFFECTIVE DATE. The Ordinance shall become effective thirty (30) days after publication ARTICLE XVI AMENDMENT. The Townsf^) reserves the nc/1 to amend the Ordnance n whole or in part at any time APPENDICES The Ordrvnce nciudes five Appendices. Appendix I is a map of the Campau/Keffle Lake Sewer Detect Appendix H b a map of the M-37 Sewer Detect Appendix III e a dagram of a gravty system connection Appends IV is a dagram of a gnnder pump system connection. Appendx V to the Ordnance is a Table of Uni Factors wheh ass^ns Uni Factors to more tian sev­ enty (70) dflerent property uses and authorizes the use of metering to measure water usage. A true and complete copy of Township Ordinance No 03-03 can be inspected or obtained dunng normal business hours at: Charter Township of Caledonia Ordinance No. 03-03 250 Maple P O Box 288 Caledonia, Ml 49316 (616) 891-0070 Charter Township of Caledonia Patricia Snyder, Township Clerk 08677948 �Page 18/The Sun and News. Middleville. December 23. 2003 Skeketee rezoning, continued from page 14 have Jto look at buildings that before they would not be able to see." He said "I don't believe it’s fair that residents were brought into negotiations, and us into the process of rezoning by that plan, and then come back with this plan. It's just sad." Commissioners have also been concerned over the replacement of the industrial and commercial areas with high density residential because infrastructure costs outpace tax revenues com­ ing from residential areas. Two proposed drives were approved by the Michigan Department of Transportation and another at the north would be elimi­ nated. after a traffic study was provided by the devel­ oper. which showed 23.000 cars per day on M-37. MDOT does prefer two drives, in a development of this size, for fire protection. Steketee said. He said the study was based on the pro­ jected traffic from 300 resi­ dential units. Steketee said 60 percent of the traffic trav­ els to the north and 40 per­ cent to the south. The impact from residen­ tial traffic does not peak at one time and produces less than commercial or industri­ al traffic. DeGroot said. M-DOT wasn't likely to change the driveway per­ mits. they said. 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The request to rezone the 1992 PUD to C-2, tabled in June by the township board, was still pending at the time of the Planning Commission meeting Dec. 15. Steketee went back to the board on Dec. 17 to address the building compliance issue, following negotia­ tions at the township hall with Planner Dave Zylstra. Supervisor Harrison and Trustee Bill Bravata. He brought another ren­ dering of the building exteri­ or. which featured new win­ dows. doors, a facade at the top. and canopy/awnings. Sidewalks and landscaping would be part of the remod­ eling. he said. Board members liked the drawing, and said only a time frame for completion of the remodeling was need­ ed. The board moved to send the request back to the plan­ ning commission. Steketee is to explain the building changes to commissioners. Several properties owned by Steketee partners are to be developed eventually. On Dec. 17, Steketee described the condo project to the Township Board, at the same lime as the build­ ing compliance issue, con­ fusing procedural issues for many of the citizens, who thought Steketee was trying to seek approval for the condo project and circum­ vent the Planning Commission. The two projects are sepa­ rate. though interrelated, because of the access drives planned through the 1992 PUD The board clarified the relationship of the two parcels during discussion, though no action was taken on either matter. The condo proposal will presumably come up again, after the building compli­ ance details are settled. "We definitely intend to move ahead," Steketee said. Neighbors coming to the Dec. 15 planning meeting objected to the new propos­ al. They said they believed they had negotiated success­ fully to have a lower density transitional area built next to them, but this plan does not resemble the earlier picture presented to them. Bob Deppe was said to be on vacation. Jim and Mary Becker objected to the density planned on the property. Jim Becker raised issues of a tax burden down the line. "Who pays for infrastruc­ ture and schools?" He urged the commissioners look at the future impact on Caledonia. Becker said the 300-unit condo development would create a traffic nightmare on Broadmoor. He said it had first been promoted as a sin­ gle level condo on the east­ ern side and agreements were made with the Cherrywood Estates resi­ dents. He warned the board that Steketee had a long his­ tory from 1992 of going back on his word. Township resident Scott Johnston spoke to the board about the planned condo project. "That's not what they told the Planning Commission. The board needs to realize that you got taken. You rezoned that property based on promises that there would be ranch style dwellings aimed at retire­ ment. As soon as it was changed, these gentlemen came back and said they were going to put in this big 300 apartment complex. I think that's atrocious." He said he didn’t think it was appropriate for the board to address this issue before it was handled at the planning commission level. He also said of the build­ ing issue, he did not think the issue should be worked out between the applicant, supervisor and a board member in private outside of a public forum, and that it violated the Open Meetings Act. Anatole Emran said she had invested in a home in Cherrywood after negotia­ tions with the developers, and promises of a mutually agreeable layout, document­ ed in Planning Commission meeting minutes. She said she believed it was the board s job to make sure this new plan did not happen. Trustee Bill Bravata explained no board decision was to be made on the condo request. He said there had been an attempt to resolve a stalemate between Steketee and the Planning Commission, hoping tc result in a building change. He said Steketee's build ing revisions were on the agenda for the board discus sion, so the tabled reques could be remanded to the Planning Commission for the next step. Trustee Richard Robertson said he thought board discussion of the condo project circumvented the Planning Commission. He said the building changes likewise should be addressed by the commis­ sioners. He later said private dis­ cussions between board members and an applicant with a financial interest, did not serve the public well. He said public officials need to be very careful. Saving on home insurance is “No Problem.” I .caving yourjob* 5Tl undrvd' of thousands of tamilu-s arc saving money with AutoOwners Don't forget to take your retirement plan with you. Insurance for (hen home ami mobile home protection. Stop It’s common practice to take in and ask an out of sight, out of mmd usabou. I attitude once you leave an quality pro jMjfc >jgjWi employer. But this isn’t a good approach to take with your retirement plan. 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December 23. 2003/ Page 19 TK Christmas drive helps local charities Mom, don’t watch Mallory Egolf told her mom during the parade This quartet glistened bright by Patricia Johns Staff Writer The fun didn’t stop during the week of Dec. 15-19 dur­ ing the Christmas Charity Drive at Thomapple Kellogg High School. Local organi­ sations were the beneficiar­ ies of lots of fun laughter, haircuts and even pennies. This year’s funds will be donated to Love, Inc . the Barry County United Way. and the Green Gables Haven domestic violence shelter. So far the drive raised more than $2100 and the pennies haven’t even been counted yet. The student council, which sponsors this event had hoped to raise more than the $5,000 collected last year. Christmas drive events include penny wars, raffle tickets and the senior/teacher sale Local businesses donate prizes from pizza to gift cer­ tificates for which students purchase tickets. The penny wars inspire lots of competi­ tion between classes. The coins haven’t been counted yet The senior/teacher sale brings in lots of money. Seniors and teachers have volunteered to take part in the sale. The high bidder gets to costume his “volunteer” for the annual parade on Friday. Dec. 19. Student Council advisor Joanne Dwain Reynolds and Alex Robinson made the most of their time as gorgeous young women during the Charity Drive Parade at the TK High School. Boyer said, “there were lots of participants and many made be laugh.” The parade of gaily cos­ tumed characters in the morning even raised a few more dollars as girl wrestlers did push-up. many sang, and some even boxed for change. The afternoon assembly included games. Secret Santa stories and a wild rendition of the 12 Days of Christmas organized by the staff. Sandi Drummond from Green Gables Haven was impressed by the students willingness to support the shelter to assist women and children in Barry County. Lani Forbes from the Way thanks students years of supporting Way. “1 think you great.” she said. United for six United are all At right: Is this a teacher or a Dalmatian? ' \ Year’s ¥2; Resolutions ? 2004 is right around the corner, and ►’so is the new Winter/Spring semes­ ter at KCC’s Fehsenfeld Center near ^Hastings. Most classes begin in mid KELLOGG COMMUNITY COLLEGE 1 to late January and registration is ^now underway. Jn these uncertain economic times, rr 0 it’s important to maximize use of (> \' -your educational dollars. Yes, [ < (5\ ' y college costs are Increasing, yet ■ community college attendance (> V remains the most affordable way to < (J >' <0'' access a quality higher education 1 0/*' < /Since 1996, we have helped literally I 0 < \ (' C y thousands of Barry County resi\ V AV " \ dents to initiate or resume their c< \\v" visiting r on the v ' person to discover your options SEA* 'and to apply. Our advisor is avail Wj *able on Tuesdays and Thursdays until 6:30 p m. to discuss certified! r f j degree, and transfer programs of 7* study in a variety of subject area1 r ( (Virtually any post-secondary \ v> program - from computer k ^information technology to pre-la •- can be started locally and for s A rpprisingly reasonable cost. These four little monkeys sang for donations Getting You There... ~7 SjpJTP-M .Hni -> This quartet of girt wrestlers did pushups to help raise money for the charity drive at the high school. J U Uffiy Note The Fehsenfeid Center will be clos* . X for the holidays starting on Wednesday ' (December 23rd until Monday. January 5th _____________ "__________ _ �Page 20/The Sun and News, Middleville. December 23. 2003 Scots score some relief with the winter’s first win Fighting Scot junior Kelan Donahue (right) fights off the defense from Wyoming Park's Chris Witbrodt before firing a one-handed pass across the court. (Photo by Brett Bremer) by Brett Bremer Sports Editor The Fighting Scot varsity boys’ basketball team will be one of the first team's back in action at the end of the holi­ day break. The Sems open up the new year at Portage Northern Friday. January 2. It’ll be a tough contest, but its almost a shame for the Sems that it’s so far away. A 61-46 victory over Byron Center Friday night had Caledonia feeling pretty good about itself for the first time this season, as the Scots earned their first win of the season. “You could just see the ten­ sion rolling off their shoul­ ders in the second half," said Fighting Scot head coach Jason VanderWoude of his players as they were playing with a lead for one of the first times this winter. “I was pret­ ty worried about this game." wanted: Standing Timber call Hughes Logging llc Since 1980 Leonard Hughes Jr. (517) 852-9040 Log With Horses or Skidder ok/mw Caledonia senior guard Mike Mesecar takes the ball to the basline and looks towards the hoop in the second half at Wyoming Park on Tuesday. (Photo by Brett Bremer) The Sems jumped right out to an 8-0 lead against the Bulldogs. The Sems put it in cruise control a little bit the rest of the first half, but came out strong again in the second half. The Scots had the lead up to 20 points late “We played excellent D. I thought." said VanderWoude. “We did a pretty good job on the boards, and we really moved the ball very well in the second half." The Sems also had a strong night shooting the ball. Caledonia connected on 22 of its 47 field goal attempts. Abe Mulvihill led the Scots with 14 points, followed by Thomas Spitzley and Tyler Ybema who each had 12. YOUR ONE STOP WATER STORE Caledonia sophomore center Max Larson gets set to go up strong in the second half Tuesday at Wyoming Park. (Photo by Brett Bremer) The Scots probably would­ n’t have been so tense if things hadn’t been so tough for them Tuesday night when they traveled to Wyoming Park for the O-K Gold open­ er. The Vikings topped their visitors from Caledonia 7649. Caledonia didn’t score more than ten points in a quarter until the fourth when things were well out of reach. “We did a Im of things well defensively and on the boards.” said VanderWoude, BEST PRICE, QUALITY, SERVICE Most Common Working Water Problems... to describe tW <rf behind the three point arc. Chappell led the team with 18 points, and Witbrodt added 13. They both hit three 3 point shots on the night. The Scots are now 1-2 on the season overall, with a I-1 mark in the O-K Gold. Correction: The picture in the December 9 Lynn Denton Agency Athlete of the Week advertisement was of the previous week’s winner, Scott Brooks of Middleville. 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Mulvihill and Ryan Rogers each tossed in ten points for the Scots Tuesday. Mulvihill also had ten rebounds. Drew Neitzel finished with just seven points for the Vikings, but he didn't need to score. He could find open teammates like Micah Chappell and Chris Witbrodt BRUCE'S FRAME & ALIGNMENT W • Hardness TVto terw » Abe Mulvihill (left) works his post moves against Wyoming Park's Ale Hernandez in the first half of the Scots’ 76-49 loss on Tuesday. (Photo by Brett Bremer) Come in for a free voter test done on-site'. Visit Our Showroom WATER CONDITIONING 9980 Cherry VaHey Caledonia (M-37) 1-888-891-0303 • 616-877-4339 call... (269) 795-9596 All Makes and Models All Insurances Welcome Owned and Operated by... Bruce Bender 415 2nd Street Middleville �The Sun and News. Middleville. December 23, 2003/ Page 21 Trojans win one and lose one as Gold season begins by Brett Bremer Sports Editor All twelve Trojans scored in the second half as TK picked up its first O-K Gold win of the year by topping Hastings Friday night in Middleville 79-57. Trojan junior David Finkbeiner (top) slides in to try and steal a loose ball away from Hastings' Andrew Vincent. (Photo by Brett Bremer) Trojan juniors Trevor Manning (left) and Jon Yeazel (right) swarm around the Saxons’ Scott Larsen Friday night in TK’s 79-57 win over Hastings. (Photo by Brett Bremer) 1997 Dodge Ram TK’s Matt Palmer tries to get past Hastings’ Josh Maurer late in the second half Friday night. (Photo by Brett Bremer) Athlete of the week Caledonia Varsity Boys’ Basketball Caledonia senior Abe Mulvihill did his best to lead the Scots in their defeat Tuesday night at Wyoming Park. Mulvihill had team highs with ten points and ten rebounds, while also dishing out two assists. The 4695 Middleville Rd. 111 N. 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The Trojans led by just said Hastings coach Don three points at the end of the Schils. first half, but didn’t trail in Continued on next page the ball game after taking a 5-2 lead in the early minutes on a pair of buckets by senior Chase VandenBerg. “We settled for a lot of perimeter shots,” said Holzhueter of the first half. “In the second half we really took control of the game.” The Trojans took control underneath to pull away in the contest. Led by Trevor Manning, Brett Knight, and Mark Rolison underneath, TK cleaned the glass, keeping Hastings’ trips on the offen­ sive end short and giving the Trojans some easy buckets on offense. 4x4 Large box with high cap. Well maintained. $6,000. Call Ernie @269-945-9554 AU of us at Ed's Body Shop" wish to thank you for a great year and we hope that the ^Holiday Season brings you happiness,\ joy and peace. Quality Auto Glass / 100% SATISFACTION GUARANTEED There’s No Substitute For Quality... Clearly You Will See The Difference! 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The Trojans had a onepoint lead early in the second period, but Holland Christian went on a 25-12 run to end the first half TK was able to claw its way back into the contest w ith the help of eight three point baskets in the game, cutting the Maroon lead to one point on a couple of occasions in the second half. VandenBerg and Knight each knocked down two age in school history with a 37.2, established a new 9hole school record round of 31. had a four-year varsity career average of 40. and played in ever varsity match over this four year span. VandenBerg had many fine accomplishments during his senior season. He record­ ed the lowest dual meet aver­ age in the O-K Gold with a 36.4. 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He took time to explain all my options and I was extremely happy with the work done." — Kirn-Owner of Essential Bean behind the arc for the Trojans. They were Knight's only six points of the contest. Holland Christians’ size made things tough for the Trojans down low. Even Manning got into the act. knocking dow n a three in the game. Yeazel led the Trojans with 18 points, followed by VandenBerg and Manning 13 apiece. Mark Rolison fin­ ished with 12. Chase VandenBerg The Michigan Interscholastic Golf Coaches Association voted Thomapple Kellogg senior Chase VandenBerg onto the All-State Honorable Mention Team for the 2003 season. This is the second consec­ utive year that VandenBerg has received this honor from the Coaches Association. VandenBerg has also received other honors during his four years on the TK Varsity Golf Team. He was voted to the All Conference first team three times, and was also voted as the Trojans’ Most Valuable Player by his teammates the last two seasons. During his four years on the varsity golf team VandenBerg also set many new school records. He recorded the lowest 18-hole average in school history with a 75.2, recorded the lowest overall season aver- Barry County Invitational held at Mullenhurst with a 69. third at the J-AD Fall Classic at Hastings Country Club with a 78. was second at the Coldwater Invitational with a 72. tied for fifth over­ all at the Blue Devil Tournament H Gull Lakeview with a 75. and placed second at the O-K Gold Conference Meet held at Diamond Springs with a 74. 8teensma Plumbing Repair service run daily for your convenience 795-7495 10% off labor for senior citizens. w. i'1 / 9/Zewlyfli/iidmaA and Happy MalidayA j tvs from... Chef (616) 891-1388 ■9353 Cherry Valley Ave.(M-37) Caledonia Village Centre 6am - 9pm MON- SAT SUN 8am ■ 3pm We accept ail major credit cards Thank you for your very generous donations to Toys for Kids. 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Send resume & let­ PUBLISHER'S NOTICE: ter of interest postmarked by Ml real estate Advertising M this irews January 2nd to: Clerk Thor­ paper B wbiect to the hair Housing Act ind the Mxhigwn Civil Right* Act which napple Township, P.O. Box cidlectnreh make rt 11legal to advertise 459, Middleville, ML 49333. any preference. tmutatswi or diwruni STATE BANK OF CALE­ DONIA is looking to fill a full time and part time teller position. Excellent math, communication and custom­ er service skills required. Prior banking experience a plus. Send resume to: Karen L Frank State Bank of Cale­ donia, 627 E. Main Street, Caledonia, Ml 49316. WANTED: stylist with clien­ tele give us a call. Village Stylist (616)891-1591. 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The cost for this party is, 9866 Cherry Valley Caledonia c~ 891-W5 9175 Cherry Valley Hhk Mon -Thurs. 11 ajn.-&30 pan.; Frt. & Sat 11 a.m-9 p.m.: Sun. 11 sun.-2:30 p.m. Mot Fata 2J0ya; Sawto'ai IJOpa 89T-2928 S-**- 3^*25.00 PER PERSON WITH A MM. OR 4 P60PU ON A LANE’ Middle Villa Inn V | <1 on m-37 jusi north of Middleville 1M-KM .891-1287 C; p. aw— �Page 24/The Sun and News. Middleville. December 23, 2003 __________ Thornapple denies, then OKs request for added TIES staff by Patricia Johns Staff Writer Sometimes a week can make a critical one vote dif­ ference. The Thomapple Township Board had denied a request to add one full-time para medic/firefighter Dec. 8 by a vote of 4-3 for the local ambulance and emergency services. The same request then was approved by the board earlier this week by the same margin. Thomapple Township Emergency Services Chief Mark Marentette requested an additional full-time fire­ fighter/paramedic to be hired, saying this would allow the service to staff a second ambulance when one is out on call. Marentette noted that valuable time can be lost when an ambulance call is referred to another service. In discussion last week of three proposals for this addi­ tional person. Treasurer Deb Buckowing voiced concerns that the township did not have a clear idea of the costs of running the new 11ES facility. The motion to appoint another full-time person was denied, with Buckowing. Rex Schad. Mike Kelley and Susan VlieLstra voting no. Buckowing asked that emergency services staffing be reviewed in April, once costs of running the new facility were known. However, on Monday. Dec. 15. Supervisor Don Boysen called a special meeting to revisit the request for an additional person. “This is the first time in my 21 years as supervisor that 1 have asked for a spe­ cial meeting.-’ he said. He told the board that he 1997 CHEVY SILVERADO K1500 2003 CHEVY SUBURBAN LS Power mndowsfocks. cruse, 1 owner, front bench seats, towing pkg , only 17,000 mi. Leather. Z-71, Ext. Cab. 4x4 •MrogS* $29,896 was reluctant to bring the matter to them but that it was important on a philosophical level to support the ambu­ lance sen ice. “If we can't afford it. are we being short sighted? Residents expect a high level of service," he said. Most of the discussion centered on the reduction in the fund balance in the ambulance senice from more than $200,000 down to $58,000. Marentette told the board that efforts have been made to stabilize the fund balance. “The good news is that the operating expenses will not exceed revenue.” he told them. Vlietstra told the board that planning ahead was essential. There is no guaran tee that if a millage vote was held to increase support of ambulances services it would pass. One problem is that Medicare and Medicaid do not reimburse the cost of ambulance runs. It was sug­ gested that the sen ice raise its rates so that private insur­ ance would cover the full cost of the service even though Medicare and Medicaid will not pay that rate. Other discussions focused on mutual aid and whether the second ambulance would be sent to outside areas, leav­ ing area residents at a disad­ vantage. Marentette pointed out that the good thing about mutual aid is that “it is mutu­ al. We have been helped by Wayland. Mercy and Life when our ambulance was engaged." Marentette * has made arrangements with the mutu­ al aid partners that the TTES ambulance will only respond in their areas if it is a life threatening event and the home ambulance is more than 20 minutes away. Mike Kelley moved to have the board approve a new staff member and impose a two-year cap on expansion of mutual aid and other agreements. This motion was defeated. Buckowing asked if it were legal to have the new person paid by both the ambulance and fire service. Marentette assured her that it was. The new person will be helpful especially in the afternoons for the fire serv­ ice. The vote of 4-3 in favor of hiring a new paramedic/fire fighter. With Buckowing joining the yes votes of Boysen. Mike Eavey and Pat Harrison. In other business, the board approved updating the 1998 fire engine. These repairs and additions were anticipated in the current budget. The next regular meeting of the Thomapple Township Board will be Monday. Jan. 12, at 7 p.m. Moving back to Lee Third grade students in Deb Jensen’s class at Page Elementary spent the last few days of school before Christmas getting ready to return to their new class­ room at Lee Elementary. Second grade students at McFall were doing the same thing. Teachers will help organize the new rooms before school reopens on Jan. 5, 2004. Thornapple-Kellogg Community Education 2002 CHEVY SILVERADO 2003 CHEW ASTRO *14,995 •17,995 2001 FORD EXPLORER Leather, sunroof CD changer, ai options ■ QOO IX; Sf W W 2002 CHEVY SILVERADO Extended cat 4*4 CERTIFIED *23,900 New class forming. Openings are available in our afternoon 3-year-old Cooperative Preschool class. Children need to turn three by December 1, 2003 ft and be toilet trained. Class will be held on Monday & Wednesdays, 12:45-3:15 M p.m. beginning January 21, 2004. For more information on enrollment, please call TK Community Ed, 795-3397 by January 7, 2004. � https://barrycountyhistoryportal.org/files/original/25/713/SunandNews_2003-12-30.pdf 5947ddc3b076420e12541ca552290776 PDF Text Text HASTINGS PUBLIC LIBRARY — ' r 121 S CHURCH ST and News i?1 N CHURCH ST Usings w ooss 4 ■■ i * Your Hometown Newspaper Serving Middleville and Caledonia Areas No. 53/December 30, 2003 132nd year Published by J-Ad Graphics, Inc. Historic Bay Pointe Restaurant goes on auction block It's “so long" to the historic Bay Pointe Restaurant, as More than 360 bidders were on hand to purchase a it will be demolished on Dec. 30. piece Of Bay Pointe, with auctioneer Kendall Tobais runby Marcie Westover the public. ning the show. Items offered ranged from Staff Writer About 1,000 people were kitchen wear to wood work only, with many left to stand “You don’t have time to out in the cold. think.” estimated to have passed and doors. One flustered bidder asked There were plenty of through the doors of the Bay Because of the cold wintry Pointe Restaurant at Gun weather, the auction was for a moment to think, but guests on hand to purchase Picketer Heather Gahan was unhappy to see Bay Lake one more time Friday held in the main dining area with more than 300 people items, but many just came to Pointe go, so she brought along a sign that stated, "Stop as the historic landmark was and not in an outdoor tent. vying for an item, auctioneer See auction, page 10 auctioned piece by piece to There was “standing room” Kendall Tobias declared. this greed, preserve history.” Middleville’s year ends with snowflakes, accomplishments by Patricia Johns Staff Writer As 2002 ended, residents were trying to cope with power outages and downed limbs resulting from an ice storm. This pattern of storm and clean up continued through the year with storms and outages on the Fourth of July and in the fall. For many people and com­ munities it was an up and down year. The Thomapple Kellogg School District con­ tinues to cope with a storm of budget cuts with everyone hoping that the umbrella holds. For the Village of Middleville, the year has ‘Of Moss and Men’ next Village Players mystery The Village Players of Middleville will present their 10th murder mystery production. “Of Moss and Men” in the downstairs ban­ quet area at the MiddleVilla Inn Feb. 13. 14, 20, 21. 27 and 28. This year tickets cost $25 per person and a portion helps the group fund the scholarship it awards to a graduating senior from Thomapple Kellogg High School. Tickets are avail­ able after Jan. 1 bv calling the MiddleVilla at 269-7953640. Director Chery l Cravero says, “If you’re looking for an evening of entertainment. join the fun as the cast tries to find the loot stolen by the Pistachio Gang and hidden in an abandoned inn.” The audience w ill laugh and gasp as the cast tnes to find the loot and the truth Will Mickey and Minnie Moss, the new owners of the inn. survive? Are repairmen always who they seem to be? Are the Welcome Wagon representatives on the up and up? Shady characters abound and the audience will have to keep on their toes trying to figure out just who is who. As always, these pro­ ductions will delight with the unexpected. The cast of characters includes Maggie Benjamin. John Bremer. Mike Bremer. Doug Brinks. Julie Coon. Randy Eggers. Mary Fairchild, Adam Gravelyn, Patty Higley, Carolyn Newman. Pete Osborne. Chris Reitman. Robin Schweitzer. Steve Wiersum and Helen Wmgeier The play was wTtuen by David Meyer and is pro­ duced by special arrange­ ment with the Eldridge Publishing Company. Darlene Schellmger shares directing duties with Cravero. meant a new village manag­ er, Ron Howell, hired after Bryan Gruesbeck left to become the assistant manag­ er for Greenville. The village was selected to participate in the down­ town blueprint program and is already working to imple­ ment some of the sugges­ tions in the blueprint plan. The Downtown Development Authority completed work on Stagecoach Park. The stage­ coach was featured in the dedication of the park on May 31 and was featured in the Heritage Days parade. The new facade guidelines have been developed. The DDA also worked to cele­ brate the Christmas holidays with a tree lighting, luminar­ ies and a visit by the Holly Trolley. For Thomapple Township, the year began with passage of a levy to support building a new Emergency Services facility. The fire training structure was relocated and firefight­ ers from across the area had a chance to complete flashover training. The new facility will hold an open house almost a year after that February 2003 vote. The Township Board recently voted to add a new full-time firefighter para­ medic to staff one of the two ambulances, one of which is new this year. For Yankee Springs, this has been the year of real progress on the township park. Volunteers turned out in force in May to till the nine acres. Then this summer a baseball backstop was added. In December the board pledged $50,000 for more improvements to the park including paving a walking path. The township is applying for a grant from the Department of Natural Resources to help pay for these improvements. The township also received its new fire appara­ tus and is now working to expand the fire station to make sure there is enough room for all the vehicles. Freeport completed anoth­ er successful fun day. The Freeport Business Association bought welcome signs for the gateway to the village. The fire department SeeMMMIe'syear.pg.l In This Issue... • Budget cuts may change TK schedule • Two grant recipients show off projects to Caledonia Foundation • Caledonia Twp. budget reporting woes blamed on software errors • Big sports stories in ‘03 on and off the field �Page 2/The Sun and News, Middleville, December 30. 2003 Holly Trolley visit delights nearly 300 Local 1002, the Middleville Downtown Development Authority and many other volunteers. Even the weather cooper­ ated and the luminaries that couldn’t be lit on the official kick-off night lit the way down Main Street. Shelley McQueen says. “Some people really liked it that the ride was a little longer and there w ere lots of lights to look at this year.” \bv Patricia Johns Staff Writer The visit of Barry County Transit’s Holty Trolley Monday night, Dec. 22, delighted almost 300 riders. The last ride was for volun­ teers and it was just before 9 p.m. This year's visit was made possible by the cooperation of the Middleville United Methodist Church, local Boy Scout troop 105, UAW Entertainment included a puppet show, music, the bell choir and more at the VFW Hall. This year’s visit by the trolley is sponsored by UAW 1002 at Bradford White and Mill Pond Members of the holy fam­ ily from the Middleville Methodist Church Living Nativity came by to warm up. McQueen and other mem­ bers of the DDA’s Christmas Middleville’s year, continued from page 1 received recognition and a grant for smoke detectors. Irving Township saw col­ lege scientists help them locate grave sites in the German Cemetery, which has allowed new burials to take place. Landscaping was added to the cemetery and the township hall property. Residents completed a survey, which supervisor Kathee Pierce says will help guide trustees as projects are considered. Businesses throughout the area have been added or expanded. Hospital Purchasing Services is build­ ing along M-37 and will relocate to the new building early in 2004 Gifts of Joy has brought an imaginative gift shop to downtown Middleville, and had an enthusiastic following this holiday season. The Middleville Marketplace expanded with Pharmacy Care relocating within the Marketplace strip mall with other stores being attracted. The first storefronts are fill­ ing at Town Center. Three Brothers Pizza started selling deep dish and hand shaped pizzas before the end of the year. Their building was built using the DDA facade guidelines. The Dig A Tree planting trucks could be seen carrying POP CAN DRIVE Girl Scout Troop 513 & C.H.S. Competitive Cheer Team Will be going door to door in the Caledonia area on Monday, Jan. 5th beginning at 6:30 p.m. Reuqesting pop cans to raise money for community service and cheer camp. Please save your pop cans. -A trees to building sites in the area New homes and devel­ opments were approved throughout the area. The name of the Caledonia State Bank branch in Middleville will change when the pur­ chase of the local financial institution by Commercial Bank becomes a reality. For the Thomapple Kellogg Schools this was also an up and down year. The district, after much pub­ lic relations work, approved installing artificial turf at the football stadium which allowed it to be used this past fall by the band, soccer play­ ers and the 78ers and high school football teams. The district also had to cope with budget cutbacks, retiring teachers and even more cutbacks. The strategic planning process was ener­ gized during 2003 and a report will be presented to the board in 2004, The dis­ trict is one of the few to see growth in student population this year. What makes any one year significant is hard to define. For readers it might be a marriage, birth of a child or grandchild or mourning the death of a loved one. We don’t know yet which of these events will have the most impact. Committee said they were really pleased with the turnout. Proceeds from the evening will be split between the Methodist Church build­ ing fund and the DDA. The DDA will use their funds to provide seed funds for next year's Christmas activities. Anyone who would like to help with next year's events can call the Village Hall and leave a message for McQueen or the DDA. The committee probably will start meeting in September. Saturday swims begin in January The weather has turned dark and gray and time for walking and bicycling is lim­ ited by the weather. But the Thomapple Kellogg High School pool offers an alternative for those looking for fun ways to keep in shape, especially if the holidays have been really good for the waistline, but not the waist. Call the Pool Hotline at 795-5400. extension 4442. for all pool updates and changes. The schedule is subject to change without notice. Adult lap swims (must be at least 18 years old) are held Monday-Thursday from 5 to 6 p.m. On Tuesday and Thursday, there is an addi­ tional swim from 8 to 9 p.m. (pending pool participation). Open swims (Must be 8 years old or older or be accompanied by an adult) are held Tuesdays and Thursdays from 6 to 7 p.m. The Aqua Aerobics class is a fun, low impact, high intensity workout for adults geared to tone, strengthening and increasing flexibility, targeting all adults. Certified instructor will tailor the workout to meet needs of the participants. It is held on Tuesdays and Thursdays from 7 to 8 p.m. A 12-visit pass costs $35 or $5 per visit. Passes may be purchased from an ninstructor. Aqua Circuit classes begin Jan 27. Classes will be held on Tuesdays and Thursdays from 3 to 3:45 p.m. The cost is $35 for the class or $5 per visit. Pool passes are available from lifeguard. An in-district pass of 20 visits is $18. In-district swimmers may use the pool for $1 per per­ son per visit. An out-of-dis­ trict pass of 20 visits is $28 Out-of-distnct swimmers pay $2 per person per visit Pool rentals must be reserved and have paperwork completed in the Community education office 10 days prior to date of rental. The pool is available Monday-Thursday from 3:30 to 5 p.m.. Fridays 4 to 6 p.m. and Saturdays (available Jan. 10 through March 27 from noon to 3 p.m.) The Saturday swim sched­ ule will begin Jan. 10 and run through March 27. . A ft Make plans today to ring in the New Year! * yr Stop in for dinner this New Years Eve ^>5^ > yf . < A* Students work together for holiday fun! Villa Greenery - Restaurant 6.00 - 10:00 p.m. Open Dining at Villa Garden - 5.00 - 10:00 p.m. The fourth graders in Kim Chausow’s class wrote the grant for $300 which allowed the students in Shelley Erb’s first grade class to join them in an ornament making project they shared with residents of Carveth Village. The grant writers are pictured with the Youth Advisory Committee members from the Barry Community Foundation which awarded the grant. Call for reservations bring this ad and receive FREE dessert with dinner Enjoy New Years Eve with your family From 5:00 P.M. to 7:00 P.M. Family COSMIC BOWLING $40.00 per lane and it includes shoe rental. _______ 5 people on a lane- $8.00 per person_______ f From 7:30 P.M. to 9:30 P.M. Family COSMIC BOWLING *50.00 $PER LANE and it includes shoe rental. From 10:00 P.M. to 1:00 A M. - WE WILL HAVE OUR T! J\\Everyone will receive hats and party favors and snacks ^XviH pe available all evening. The cost for this party is, ^<*25.00 PER PERSON WITH A MM. OR 4 PfOPU ON A LANE.’ Middle Villa Inn 7,*^ 77^ on m-37 just north of Middleville 795-3640 • 891-1287 C? xK �The Sun and News, Middleville. December 30. 2003/ Page 3 Winter ‘Community Connections’ is out by Cathy Rueter Staff Writer The cold winter months don’t have to mean being stuck indoors. Stretching minds and bodies at the Caledonia Resource Center enrichment classes is preferable to stretched mus­ cles from shoveling. The Winter 2004 Community Connections brochure is out and chock full of classes such as “Kick Fit” (aerobic kickboxing), introduction to the sport of fencing. Middle Eastern dancing and volleyball (to name a few) for those choosing physical activi­ ties. Financially minded folks could be interested in mutu­ al fund basics. 529 college savings plans, debt free and prosperous living, buying foreclosed homes at auc­ tion. long term care info and common sense investing. Those with an artistic or musical bent will be enticed by wire wrapping, stain glass, beading and scrap­ booking. photography and woodworking, and banjo, among others. For those interested in the more academic route or wishing to become more computer literate there are classes, both group and online, for Photoshop, intro to computers, intro to the Internet, beginning Spanish, graphics, writing, speed reading, business basics and geneaology. Fitness classes are also offered with stress relief, food and fitness to fight cancer, intro to natural health and healing, stop smoking and weight loss. Information for the high school age set include dri­ ver’s education winter seg­ ment II classes, spring seg­ ment I and summer segment I classes, as well as an ACT preparation workshop are also in the brochure. Kids can connect with “The Power of Prisma.’’ Chess Club, snowmobile safety and various athletic classes and a trip to Disney on Ice - Magical Journey Kids Komer and Preschool information are also includ­ ed For the “55 & better" crew, there’s the Lunch Bunch. Prime Timers, Happy 60s and Fit for Life. A trip to see “Mamma Mia!” or “Guys and Dolls” or several trips from Frankenmuth to the Smoky Mountains might be the ticket. These are just a few of the classes and activities that the Caledonia Resource Center has scheduled for this winter and early spring The Caledonia Resource Center is located at 330 Johnson in Caledonia. Office hours arc Monday through Friday from 7:30 am to 4 p.m. For more information about these and other pro­ grams offered by CRC. contact them at 616-8918117 or fax 616-891-7014. Caledonia graduate is WMU Medallion Scholar Caledonia High School graduate Emily Dannison is one of 21 Western Michigan University fresh­ men who have completed their first semester at the University as Medallion Scholars, WMU's most prestigious awards for incoming students. Dannison received the Jerry and Susan Miller Medallion and is studying biology/premedicine. She is the daughter of Charles and Linda Dannison. Her parents and brother Charles are WMU alumni. A National Honor Society member and treas­ urer. she participated in the school orchestra at Caledonia and was active in student government throughout her high school career, serving as class and student council secretary her freshmen year and as class and student council treasurer her sophomore, junior and senior years. Dannison has success­ fully shown horses com­ petitively at the national level and was a member of the CHS equestrian team, which won the Class A state championship in 2002. In addition, she was active in 4-H as well as the Grand Rapids Youth Symphony. St. Cecelia's Youth Symphony and Caledonia Community Players. Her community involve­ ment activities included serving as an acolyte guild member for her church, serving on the KISD Safe and Drug Free Schools/Health Advisory Council, and working with Helping Hands and AdoptA-Highway. She has trav­ eled to England and Ireland, performing and touring with the Caledonia High School Orchestra. The 21 medallion win­ ners successfully compet­ ed against top high school seniors in the graduating Class of 2003. The prizes, valued at $32,000 over four years, constitute one of the largest merit-based awards in American higher education and the highest honor WMU can bestow to an incoming freshman. This year's medallion scholars began their stud­ ies at WMU this fall and are scheduled to graduate in the 2006-07 academic year. Each medallion bears the name of the scholar­ ship donor or the name of an individual in whose name the scholarship was established. Recipients are selected in an annual com­ petition held on campus in February that includes essay writing and group problem solving for the students, as well as infor­ mational sessions for their parents. To be invited to com­ pete. students had to apply to WMU by Dec. 31.2002, and have a high school grade point average of at least 3.8 (on a 4.0 scale) and an American College Test score of at least 25. The WMU medallion scholars were among 748 seniors from 322 high schools in 13 states who participated in the 19th annual scholarship pro­ gram competition this past winter. They have a collec­ tive GPA of 4.11 and an average ACT score of 30. The 2003 competition included 370 students with perfect 4.0 GPAs and 232 students who scored 30 or higher on the ACT. 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This 4 bedroom, 1-1/2 bath home has been updated with newer paint and carpet Hardwood floors tn 2 bednxxns Appliances and playground equipment Premier Travel & Cruise Chrm ^allry Cenur 7195 Brvvd*^ SX ( airduam. W/ 493/6-95/9 ^105549311 included Family room downstairs could be rec room or Sth bedroom. Central air and attic fan. Within walking distance to schools Large fenced backyard. Call Deb................................. $l(M,900 FOR MORE MIDDLEVILLE, GUN LAKE AND CALEDONIA AREA PROPERTIES, PLEASE SEE OUR ADS ON PAGE 2 OF THE REMINDER, IN THE GRAND RAPIDS PRESS, THE HOMES DIGEST AND THE PENASEE GLOBE �Page 4/The Sun and News. Middleville. December 30, 2003 Budget cuts may change TK schedule by Patricia Johns Staff Writer Thomapple Kellogg High School’s class schedule for the next semester may have to be changed because of state budget cuts. Two parent forums to dis­ cuss changes with parents are planned for 6 p.m. Wednesday. Jan. 7 at 6 and on I p.m. Thursdsay. Jan. 8. at the school. Principal Ellen Zack said. ALASKA BAPTIST CHURCH A Liling Church - Serving a Living Lord Morning Worship 9 30 a m Fellow ship Time.......................... 10:35 a.m. Sunday School .................... 10 50 a m. Evening Praise .................. 600 p.m. WEDNESDAY Family Night 600 p.m. 7240 68th Street. SE - Caledonia 2 miles east of M-37 “We want parents to know what is going on.” The high school has been on a block schedule, which includes an academic center period, for the last several years These classes each last about 88 minutes. However members of the staff, along with parents and students have been looking for ways to cope w ith com­ ing budget shortfalls. During discussions and site visits. the schedule committee is leaning toward a trimester system. According to Zack, this will help the district to avoid laying off teachers. It will also give students more total minutes of class time. LOCAL CHURCH DIRECTORY Pastor, Dr bruin F. Harrison Youth Pastor Ketin Sides FIRST BAPTIST t V 0 U U I I a place to belong I Y CHURCH a place to become (Contemporary, Casual, Non-denominational) Sunday Morning Worship............... 9:30 Er 11.00 a.m. 8175 Broadmoor, Caledonia Rev Mu hael Stowell, Dad Pastor Rev David Moorhead. Assoc. Pastor Joe Cipcic, Worship Leader Denny Houma. Youth Pastor Church Office 616 891-0287 Vtsrt our web site www bnghtsde org CALEDONIA CHRISTIAN REFORMED CHURCH A Church with a taring heart for our community and the world” Sunday Worship ........... 9:30 a.m and 500 p.m. (Child & Adult) (During the School Year) Hr • R Scott Greenway. Pastor Jack Dejong. Pastor of Worship A Adult Ed. JoAnne DrHlaav. Youth Director Al Tiemeytr. ( ommunity ( ailing CHURCH OF MIDDLEVILLE M-37. north of Middleville • ^95-9726 Bruce > Stewart. Senior PaMor Firn A. Vine. .Asst. Pastor >outh Douglas G. Beason. Visitation Pastor Gary Weaver. Music Minister Pastor David Stewart. CE • ( hildren * Pastor Sunday School Sunday Morning Worship Service Sunday Evening Service Wednesday Mid-Week Prayer Word of Life Ouhs 9:45 a.m. 1 IrOO a.m. 6:00 p.m. 6:45 p.m. 6:45 p.m. 908 W. Main Street (Missouri Synod) Worship..........................................9:30 a.m. Sunday School......................... 11:00a.m. Adult Bible Class. ....................1100 a.m. CALEDONIA HOLY FAMILY CATHOLIC CHURCH GRACE UNITED REFORMED CHURCH Kraft Avenue at Johnson Street Proclaiming the Whole Counsel of Cod Rev. Dave LeBlanc, Pastor Phone 891-9259 Services at 9 30 a m and 6 p.m. 250 Vine Street (M-37 to Emmons to Vine) YOU ARE INVITED Rev. Tom DeVries, Pastor - 795-9901 10 AM Sunday Morning 3449 - 76th St. S.E., Caledonia 698-9660 Rev P Adams Phone 891 -8440 Sunday School for ages 3 yr. thru 6th grade: Sr. High. Sun. 6:30 pm Jr. High, Sun. 6:30 pm GUN LAKE COMMUNITY CHURCH & PRESCHOOL 12200 West M 179 Highway (Chief Noonday Road) Wayland. Ml 49348 Meeting you. your friends, and your family right where you re at. (Nursery Available Throughout) Sunday Worship: 9-00 a m or 10:30 a m. Wednesday Worship 6:30 p.m. COMMUNITY CHURCH 269-795-7903 w ww gunlakecommumtychurch.org ®lli (Kime Jftletljoirist Cljurd) 5590 Whitneyville Ave.. S E. Alto. Ml 49302 8146 68th St., near Whitneyville Ave Church School. Sunday............................ 9:45 a.m. . 10:50 a_m 11 rOO a_m Wed. Fellowship .. 7:30 p.m Pastor EG. Frizzell Church Ph. 616^68-6810 • Pastor 's Ph. 616-897-6740 Cornerstone Church 2045 68th St SE 698-3170 This Sunday 'How to Stoy Up in a Down Economy' 9.30a, 11:OOa & 5:30p -£eef + St Paul Lutheran Church Missouri Synod Comer of 84th St and Kraft in Caledonia 1 mile west of M-37 Traditional Service Acoustic Praise 8r Worship Service 8:30 AM 1100 AM St Paul Lutheran Church Wednesday Mid-Week at the Oasis .. 700 PM Sunday School & Adult Bible Study 9:45 AM All Services have a Nursenj available • Barner Free Pastor Robert Gerke • Pastor David SS. CYRIL and METHODIUS CHURCH Mass Mass Mass Mass Preaching the I.Mng Word Serving The Risen Lord Sunday Schtxyl ........................ 9:30 a.m. Sunday Morning Worship .10:30 a.m. (Jr. Church & Nursery available.) Currently meeting at: Emmons Like Elementary 8950 Kraft SE, Caledonia Rev. IJennis Ross Church: (616) 868-7425 UNITED METHODIST CHURCHES Middleville - Parmelee Middleville UMC is temporarily meeting at: 9266 Parmelee Road 930 a.m..................................... Sunday School 11:00 a m......................... Worship Hour Website: ww umcmtddlevite.org Rev. Royle Bailard, Pastor Phone 868S437 Church Office Phone 795-9266 Rev Lee ZMchman WAYFAREFL ALASKA CONGREGATION ftnAVe Senter; MX) PM Evening Prayer Rt Rev David T HusNdck Rector Ovch 269-795-2370 Rectory 209-9«-«327 titto www chwctw* net ctvc6. arurew-nan Sunday SchooL.10:00 am. Morning Worship.,.11:00 am. Evening Worship...6:00 p.m. Wednesday Prayer Meeting...7:00 p.m. Community of Morning Worship M-37 m Irving) THORNAPPLE BIBLE CI IURC11 One mile east of Whitneyville Rd. Children's Sunday School ............................... 10:30 a.m. Praise Singing . mu or 159 131st Avenue 1664 N. M-37 Highway Middleville. Ml 49333 • 945-1555 Phone (269) 792-3543 Located near the corner of M-37 and McCann Worship Times: Service Times: Saturday.................... 4:00 p.m. Sunday School..............................................9:45 a m. Sunday........................9:30 a.m. Morning Worship....................................... 11:00 a.m. Evening Worship.................................................. 6:00p.m.Weekdays: Youth Group:................................6:00 p.m. Sunday Wednesday............... 7:30 p.m. Midweek 7:00 p.m. Wed Thursday &Friday....... 9:30 a m. 9:30 a.m. Thurs. A Church for today's world Spirit-filled family Church. 9255 84th Street, Alto. Ml 49302 Worship Services..................... 8:45 a.m. and 10:30 a.m. Rev Norman Kohns. Pastor (616) 891-8167 Church Office 616-891 -8669 Fax: 891-8648 www.caledoniaumc.org 10:00 a m. 11:15 a.m. 6:00 p.m. Middleville Good Shepherd Wesleyan Church Lutheran Church Rev E Anthony Sikora Church: (616) 795-2391 A CALEDONIA fT UNITED METHODIST 708 W. Main Street Morning Worship Service Sunday School Evening Worship Service 2415 McCann Rd. (1 SLSDA1 SER} ICE TIMES 9:15 A M. Morning Prayer • 11XX) A M Holy Communion Office Phone 891-8688 • www.StPaulCaledorua.orq Church Office (616)891-1512 M 37 at lOOth St Saturday Evening Mass ... .5:00 p.m. Sunday Mass . .9:00 a.m. & 11:00 a.m. MIDDLEVILLE CHRISTIAN REFORMED She will be discussing these changes w ith parents at the Jan. 7 and Jan 8 forums. Anyone who would like more information may call Zack at 795-3394. .V renttyp www.CornerChurch.org Community Lakeside Community Church A Place for Family &. F riends 6201 Whitnevv ilk Avenue. Aho CHRISTIAN REFORMED Ccasumponry Worship 9:30a_m Sunday School for All Ages 10:45am Evening Worship 6:00p.m. Pastor Roger HuUman • Church Office: 868-0391 WWW lakrsMkcvmmunity org Leighton Church Located in Leighton Township Corner of 2nd Street and 142nd Avenue Sunin Mommg Worship Sunday School far Al Ago FW Friends Pre-SchooLSth (SepL-Apri • Church Finding the Way Together! 930 am 1100a.ni 630 pm RAY TOWNSEND. Pastor (616) 891-8028 u ww leightonchurch org Now meeting at: Thornapple-Kellogg School Auditorium Worship10:00 a.m. Rev. Dr. Jack Dooriag, Interim Minister An informal, contemporary church committed to our community Sunday Worship is at 10:00am in Caledonia Middle School s cafeteria. Everyone is welcome! Nursery & children’s activities available For more information: (616) 891-8119 Pastor: Rev Josh Blunt Contact our Dutton office at (6/6) 65-65-WAY or ww w.peacechurch.ee Check our web site: h'H’m. wayfru'ercc4trg Redeemer Covenant Church —Lighting Up Lives for God— Sunday Honhip 9:30 am Christian Education Hour 11 Warn Wednesday Family Night 5:45-8:00 pm Pasux Paul M Hillman Youth Pastor David Erikson 6951 Hanna Lake Avenue. Caledonia 6164984001 ndeemeneisen net nrwwjtdeemercovenant.urif A ma^tr of dr kmugthad Gmummt ChuKho of Amthca Whitneyville Bible Church 8546 Whtneyvie Ave at 84th St. • 891-8661 “The Church where everybody is somebody... . .and Jesus is Lord" Meeting at Caledonia High School Sunday School 930am Sunday Momrg Wonrip 10.30am. Meerrg of cnapa on AhrtneyvSe Ave Sunday Evenrg WoaNp 600 p m. Wed EAdweek Prayer A Stole Study 7W p.m. Rev Thomai Sbyt. Poftx • Rev Kart Batokx Asoc Pastor Aecste wrrtneyvieotoe org �The Sun and News. Middleville December 30. 2003/ Page 5 Live nativity on 76th Street celebrates 30th anniversary Mary and Joseph, Sam Casares and Jessica Casares, finding no room at the inn, get ready to welcome the birth of Jesus. storyline. In addition, they brave the cold weather to act out the various scenes. These children very simply and beautifully depict scenes such as angels appearing to shepherds, the full inn. the stable full of animals and the three traveling kings. The 76th Street Bible Study children may not have heard comments such as ’Wonderful’ and "They did a beautiful job" during their nativity depiction, but more than one audience member was heard to praise the show. Hot chocolate and cookies were offered after each of three shows (for three con­ secutive nights). The 15minute intermission between shows gave the cast time to regroup and audience mem­ bers a chance to praise the efforts of the youth and their ‘adult helpers.' "The neighbors all bring cookies and donate the (luminary) candles," said Jan Lanser. one of the ‘adult helpers.’ "They do it faithful­ ly each year." "It’s become a tradition," she said. "So many people come every year. And some of the children that are play­ ing now, are children of those that came to Bible club before." Children who participated in this years’ live nativity were: Olivia and Hunter Benzing; Calvin and Emma Lynch; Sam and Jessica 8 Casares; Brandt. Alicia and Andrew Lanser. Sky lar and Sarek Buchan; Alyssa Petz. Dy lann Hodgkinson. Andrei and Catalin Jansen Caledonia High Schooler Latissa Gilmore assisted with the younger children and performed as a shepherd. Call for classified ads Phone 269-945-9554 24 Hours a Day-7 Days a Week For Sun & News ACTION-Ads! n Congratulations Cameron & Chase Chandler ON GRADUATING Young Marines’ Boot Camp 13 Grueling Weeks! We are so proud OF YOU SEMPER Fl Love, Your Family ffiOYlE OUTPOST VIDEO SUPERSTORE The three kings, Olivia Benzing, Hunter Benzing and Calvin Lynch (not in order) bringing the famous gifts to the Christ child, were greeted in song with "We Three Kings," sung by 76th Street Bible Club students. bv Cathy Rueter Staff Writer The nativity and the events leading up to it are a CALL CENTER ANALYST Pennock Health Services is seeking a Call Center Analyst. This position reports to the Directors of Information Services. An Associates degree in Information Systems is highly desired. Certification in PC-desktop applications is a plus and Microsoft products knowledge is essential. Must have a strong understanding of client/server relations on various network platforms. Two years of prior PC-Desktop support experience is pre­ ferred. Must be fluent with Microsoft Operating System and Office Products. Must be able to diagnose and repair PC hardware problems. 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Competing were Buursma, Russell Ellinger, Ciera Ward. Jordan Timm. John Poholsk. Brittany Landon. Nate Seifert. Nolan DcPcw. Zach Bryan and Olivia Seaman. These finalists were selected because they had the high­ s w to® w Bad things happen to good people, things like divorce, bankruptcy, repossessions, foreclosure, chargeoffs, medical bills, job loss and more. Have you been to 10 auto dealerships or more and received 10 denials or more? Want a late model car, SUV or truck? call GAVIN SALES today toll free 1 (888) 404 2846 and ask us about our guaranteed credit approval. This is not a "buy here pay here" or rent to own program, your new vehicle is titievi in your name and financed by national auto lenders. Good stable people with cash down payment and a good stable job apply today!!! Call 1 (888) 404 284b and ask how you can get your guaran­ teed credit approval and drive a late model car. truck or SUV. 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They were asked ques­ tions about Glacier National Park, Kitty Hawk, Urdu, Turin and the Geography Bee organizer Dave Hyde is flanked by winner Ciera Ward and runner up Nolan DePew. This year teacher teams tried answering some geographical questions. The fourth grade team won. emptying of the Yukon River into the Bering Sea. Finally Ward won with a question about the European country shaped like a boot (Italy.) She won a medal and lots of applause. Then it was time for the teacher teams to test their geographic smarts. The fourth grade teachers won by knowing that Algeria is the second largest country in Africa after Sudan. "A is for Excellence" awards for the first academic quarter from Thorrapple Financial Center and Money Concepts in Middleville for 2003 - 2004 are (from left) Deborah Wert, Josh Foote, John Anderson, Amanda VanRhee, Susan Foster and Nicole Shoemaker. ‘A is for Excellence’ winners announced Winners of the “A is for Excellence" drawing for the first marking period for school year 2003-2004 have been announced for Thomapple Kellogg schools. They were Page Elementary, Amanda VanRhee. fourth grade. TK Middle School Joshua Foote. eighth grade; and TK High School , Nicole Shoemaker. 11th grade. Each winner has been given a $25 gift certificate to Risertown Crossings. The drawing is sponsored by Tnornapple Financial Center and Money Concepts in Middleville All entries from honor roll students are eligible to enter the drawing after each mark­ ing period. The drawing nor­ mally is open from the end of the marking period until two weeks after the day the reports cards come out. �The Sun and News, Middleville December 30, 2003/ Page 7 Adam J. Swiderski-------------------- Robert James Foote---------------------------------MIDDLEVILLE - Robert James Foote, age 53, of Middleville, passed away of cancer and went to be with the Lord Thursday, Dec. 18, 2003. He was preceded in death by his parents, Alfred and Elizabeth Foote; brothers. Lawrence and Clarence Foote; brother-in-law. Gene Hall; and sister-in-law, Connie Foote. He is survived by his sis­ ters, Barbara Hall, Charmaine. Marilyn (Will) Loew, Ruby (Ron) Hermenitt; brothers. Man (Ruth) Foote. Don (Dawn) Foote; many nephews and nieces and special friends. Julie. Nick. Roger and Bob. Bob graduated from Community College and attended WML’. He held a variety of jobs, some of which took him to many parts of the world including Taiwan and the Ukraine. His hobbies included farming and Classic Cars. Funeral sen ices were held Monday. Dec. 22 at the Beeler Funeral Chapel. Middleville. Fr. David E. LeBlanc officiated. Interment at Mt. Hope Cemetery, Middleville. In lieu of flowers, the fam­ ily requests memorial dona­ tions to Hospice Home of Hope. 1175 68th St Arrangements by Beeler Funeral Chapel. Middleville. Helen Mae Field---------------------------------------HASTINGS - Helen Mae Field, age 81, of Hastings, died Friday. Dec. 19, 2003 at Pennock Hospital. Mrs. Field was bom on May 1, 1922 in Sand Lake, the daughter of Virgil and Grace (Kunde) Woods. She was raised in the Howard City area and attended schools there, grad­ uating in 1940 from Howard City High School. She was married to Wayne Field on Feb. 17. 1946. She was employed at Jet Electronics in Grand Rapids for many years until her retirement. She came to the Hastings area in 1991 from Grand Rapids. She had pre­ viously lived in the Caledonia area for several years. Mrs. Field was a loving wife, mother, grandmother and sister. Mrs. Field is survived by sons. Thomas Field of Grant and Bruce (Beverly) Field of Cedar Springs; daughter. Jean (Erik) Ingolfsrut of Grand Rapids; eight grand­ children; three great grand­ children; sisters, Dorothy Cool of Freeport. Mary Jane Blough of Hastings and Doris Piper of Hastings; nieces and nephews. Preceding her in death were parents. husband Wayne on March 5, 1985; also by two grandchildren, six brothers and two sisters. Services were held Monday. Dec. 22, 2003 at Wren Funeral Home with Pastor Jay Schrimpf officiat­ ing. Bunal was at the Coral Cemetery in Coral. Memorial contributions may be made to the Salvation Army. Arrangements were made by Wren Funeral Home of Hastings. Jane Loveless-------------------------------------------MIDDLEVILLE - Mrs. Jane Loveless, age 82, of Middleville, passed away Friday, Dec. 19, 2003 at Pennock Hospital. Hastings. Mrs. Jane Loveless was born on Aug. 31, 1921 in Ottumwa, Iowa, the daughter of Louis and Martha Bacon. She was employed at McGraw Edison Company in Albion, for over 30 years as an air conditioning inspec­ tor. Gzie a memorial that can go on forever... A gift to the Barry Community Foundation is used to help fund activities throughout the county in the name of the person you designate. Ask your funeral director for more information on the Barry Community Foundation or call the Barry Community Foundation at (269) 945-0526. She was a member of Good Shepherd Lutheran Church in Middleville. She is survived by her sons, Frank and Daniel; her grandchildren, Gina, Eric and Jennifer, and a great grandson. Chandler. A memorial service was held Sunday, Dec. 21, 2003 at Good Shepherd Lutheran Church in Middleville. Rev. Tony Sikora officiated. Memorial contributions may be made to Good Shepherd Lutheran Church. Arrangements were made by the Beeler Funeral Home in Middleville. ALTO Adam J. Swiderski. age 90. of Alto, went to be with his Lord Friday. Dec. 19. 2003. He was preceded in death by his son, James. He is survived by his wife of 63 years. Florence; his children. Arnold and Gail of Austin. Texas; Robert Swiderski. Kevin and Kathleen (Swiderski) Debrie. Kevin and Robin Swiderski. all of Alto; four grandchildren. Adam served in World War II and received a purple heart with honorable dis­ charge. He w as a member of the American Legion Post 305. Adam was also a mem­ ber of the Holy Family Catholic Church. Private family services will be held for Adam. A cel­ ebration of his life will be posted at a later date. Robert James Foote------------------MIDDLEVILLE - Robert James Foote, age 63, of Middleville, passed away of cancer and went to be with the Lord Thursday. Dec. 18, 2003. He was preceded in death by his parents. Alfred and Elizabeth Foote; brothers. Lawrence and Clarence Foote; brother-in-law. Gene Hall and sister-in-law. Connie Foote. He is survived by his sis­ ters, Barbara Hall. Charmaine, Marilyn (Will) Loew, Ruby (Ron) Hermenitt; brothers. Mars (Ruth) Foote. Don (Dawn) Foote; many nephews and nieces and special friends. Julie. Nick Roger and Bob. Bob graduated from Community College and attended WMU. He held a variety of jobs, some of which took him to many parts of the world including Taiwan and the Ukraine. His hobbies includ­ ed farming and classic cars. Funeral services were held Monday. Dec. 22, 2003 at the Beeler Funeral Chapel. Middleville. Rev. Fr. David E. LeBlanc officiated. In lieu of flowers the fam­ ily request memorial dona­ tions to Hospice Home of Hope. 1175 68th St. Thanking you for a successful 2003! One of the joys of the holiday season is remembering those who are important to us. We truly appreciate the confidence you have placed in us. It is the loyalty of customers, like yourself that enable us to succeed. We promise to continue doing our best for you! 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December 30. 2003 Two grant recipients show off projects to Caledonia Foundation by Cathv Rueter Staff Writer The Caledonia Education Foundation held its annual meeting in November with presentations by two grant recipients for the past year. The CEF has since “unveiled’* two new recipi­ ents of funding from the foundation. "It’s wonderful to see the money that we raise going to these things," said Foundation President Kathy Jackson, speaking of the presentations by two of the 2003 grant recipients Ixxal artist. Jody Grantz. new to the Caledonia Education Foundation board as a trustee, was a 2003 recipient for a grant titled "The Art of Recycling." The endowment assisted Grantz with a program for Kettle Lake Elementary students that kicked off with an assembly on recycling. The students’ efforts toward recycling helped them earn $600 in school supplies. In addition, the students donat­ ed many phone books that were used to make insula­ tion for Habitat for Humanity. Grant/ also was able to bring renowned paper artist, Ande Roeser, to the school. Roeser conducted hands-on workshops for the students in which they were able to make a piece of paper out of recycled paper. The artistic results were as varied as the students themselves ranging in color (many were special­ ly designed by four, fifth grade students), shape and texture. To finish their pieces, the students took a trip to the "salad bar," a table filled with add-ins for the paper such as paper sprinkles, wood and pencil The Caledonia Education Foundation Board, (front, from left) Ernie Schenk, Anne Lillie. Beth Finkbeiner. Patti Rinard. Jody Grantz and Kathy Jackson, (back) Susie Hall. Dave Nerz. Julie Atkinson, Diane Morgan and Brian Kersy. Missing from the group are Mike Gall and Phil Luetkemeyer Duane Petrosky is a return grant recipient. Petrosky originally received a grant for an after school program now known as the Wood Duck project. He was a 2003 grant recipient for the com snake genetics program. shavings, glitter, potpourri, etc. With the help of Grantz and Roeser. several groups of students made four large works of art from the paper pulp, two are hanging at Kettle I-ake and two will be presented to various depart­ ments of the district. Duane Petrosky, is a ‘return’ grant recipient. Petrosky originally received a grant for an after school program known as the Wood Duck project. This particular project has helped Caledonia students build and maintain over 100 wood duck boxes on state and pri­ vate land in the surrounding area for several years. What started as an after school program for the students has grown into a full-blown interest in the waterfowl by many students including supervised skeet shoots, duck calling classes and par­ ticipating in the Michigan youth waterfowl hunt Petrosky was on hand with a group of his students, to display the beginnings of a new grant funding. Funding from CEF has assisted him with a “com snake - genetics study” pro­ gram. Through Petrosky’s genetics study website (Caledonia.k!2.mi.us - fol­ low the prompts through the Caledonia Middle School ‘genetics study’ or seventh grade), students and their parents can discover what the study entails and what is 4.75% 7-year Fixed Rate Balloon Mortgage Hastings City Bank The Benefits Continue... / / / / / / Locked rate for 7 years Amortization up to 30 years Free checking account** Fast approval process Personalized, friendly service 6 convenient locations Hastings City Bank Here For You Since 1886 FDIC © •Annual penroujte Mt (4S1M APR •» of 11/210’> to -tysJ ctofe on a Ji 50000 7-ww Mtaoa sMTgaee wife a W-vear kuTOim. imtoh prnneo of pn^ipai aad ■netf *oto he $?t$ M Uaa xto suam oa ■ntoto would he payrtfc a Ml at S132J3S93 Ask Aw oto faaag «to aa L>»9W wah pnvae mungaft insurant Oto ctasag oMb am apph «***“-* » *** Aactof amaat to base no nwMhi) xr»« fee aa Rag as you Ka't jour nonp^e paj«m wucanrs^ toucto expected of the students assisting with the study. “This project was funded entirely by the Caledonia Education Foundation.” writes Petrosky. "The proj­ ects that they fund exhibit cooperation between the school, community and business. He further explains. “The current partners for this grant are Kathy Love of ComUtopia, Matt Parks from VI Pets, members of the Michigan Society of Herpetologists, and various classrooms from around the country.” During his presentation, students in his two science classes exhibited the snakes and explained some of the terms and information they have already learned. Petrosky further clarified what he hopes his students will learn as the snakes mature and breed. Petrosky, working with nationally renowned breeder Kathy Love from Fort Myers, Fla., acquired one dozen com snakes, exhibit­ ing a wide variety of colors, patterns and belly patterns. It appears that the eventual offspring of the original snakes will exhibit approxi­ mately 17 different traits. Petrosky has split his two science classes into groups. Each has named a snake for which they are responsible Mr. Biggs, Ken, Barbie, Spike. Cuddles and Zues, among them. "All the students have held the snakes at least a bit." said Petrosky. "The kids are doing a great job." Student groups are responsible For fresh water each day and a full bowl at the end of the day Friday for their particular snake. They check the cage for waste material daily (and removal) as well as filling out daily care sheet, weekly computer data entry and are may be asked to participate in pre­ sentations. Students are also required to follow strict rules and guidelines about the handling of the snakes. Petrosky’s objective is to have the students gain a bet­ ter understanding of how genes are passed from one generation to another and the and “the various physi­ cal features within one group of related animals.” It is his hope that students will learn and be able to learn and properly apply genetics vocabulary. He maintains that they will »’• V.V.T.W.V.W. “Cuddles’’ the corn snake was on hand with 11 other snakes to display the beginnings of the “com snake genetics study” program funded by CEF at the annual Caledonia Education Foundation meeting. learn about the proper han­ dling and care of snakes as pets and be able to share their experiences with par­ ents, staff and other students through discussion, presen­ tations and a movie (to be made at a later date). Eventually, students will learn the economics side of this endeavor as they will be able to sell the hatchlings in order to raise enough money to purchase feed and bed­ ding, teaching them supply and demand in the market place. The plan is for this program to ultimately become self-supporting. A few in the audience at the CEF meeting were a bit uneasy about the snakes and their eating habits but even they laughed when Petrosky explained about ‘mice-icles’ (frozen, tiny mice). "I want to thank the Caledonia Education Foundation for making (this project) possible," said Petrosky. The foundation is build­ ing a website. In addition to the two previously men­ tioned programs, they have funded more than 15 pro­ grams since their inception in 1998, including “Power Jam” at Caledonia Middle School, Big Brothers/Big Sisters Swim at Emmons Lake Elementary, and “We’re Cooking Now” at Caledonia High School. CEF recently chose two new grants for the coming year. Scott Eldred wrote a grant to build a climbing wall at the current high school. Eldred will enlist the help of CHS students and Caledonia businesses (including Wolverine Building) in the building of the wall. CEF has also funded a grant for Kettle Lake art teacher Deb Trent called “Kids Feeding Kids with Art," in which students will be designing bowls. More about these programs will be forthcoming in the Sun and News as work progress­ es. According to Julie Atkinson, Foundation trustee and publicity com­ mittee member, the purpose of CEF is “to provide fund­ ing, in the form of grants, for exceptional educational programs that would not otherwise be funded by Caledonia Community Schools. Through contributions from parents, Caledonia Community Schools staff and the community the CEF has been able to award grants in excess of $40,000 to support a variety of inno­ vative educational pro­ grams.” The Caledonia Education Foundation board officers are Kathy Jackson who is president; Dave Nerz is vice president, Patti Rinard is secretary and Brian Kersy is treasurer. Foundation trustees include Julie Atkinson, Beth Finkbeiner, Mike Gall, Jody Grantz, Susie Hall, Anne Lillie, Phil Luetkemeyer, Diane Morgan and Ernie Schenk. �The Sun and News, Middleville. December 30. 2003/ Page 9 'Senior Meal Choice9 program cards limited by Patricia Johns Staff Writer The Barry County Commission on Aging is telling applicants for the Bumham Brook “Senior Choice” meal program that there is a cost in participat­ ing. Because there is no addi­ tional money available for this program, the local COA Devine-Lytle exchange vows Carrie Devine and Matt Lytle were wed on Nov. 22, 2003. Both grew up in Middleville, and both graduated from Western Michigan University. Matt in 1995 and Carrie in 1998. Carrie works in Regulatory Communications. Matt works in Aerospace Manufacturing. They live and work in Grand Rapids. The couple has a three year old daughter. Madison Shae. Gentle Family. Dentistry GhmmfiherA Tomezyk DPS Aie^mine New Patients. Office Hours: Mon-Fri by appointment Emergency Patients Welcome General Dentistry', Oral Surgery, Root Canals We participate with Delta, BlueCrossBlueShield, Healthy Kids, and Mi Child | 269-945-5656 $ 1127 West State Street, Hastings Mi OaL LhaiUiI*? will have to pay for meals served at restaurants from its budget for congregate meals. The more meals which are paid for through the Senior Choice program the less money there will be for the congregate programs. Bumham Brook of Battle Creek earlier this month announced its new nutrition program available to Barry County residents 60 years and older in a press release printed in the Dec. 11 Banner. This new Senior Meal Choice program started Dec. 16. COA Director Tammy Pennington said two cards have been issued so far. There have been inquiries from Hastings residents about participation. Meals traditionally have been provided through con­ tracts with service provider organizations from two pri­ mary methods, home deliv­ ered meals for homebound older adults and congregate meals offered at sites where older adults gather for a noon meal and socialization. It oversees the Barry County Commission on Aging meal program. Bumham Brook’s “Senior Meal Choice" attempts to provide more options for older adults on where they eat and to better serve older adults living in areas of the Barry County who previous­ ly have not been served by the traditional congregate meal programs. The Senior Meal Choice program links area restaurants with nutri­ tion service providers funded by Bumham Brook for pro­ vision of meals to seniors. Eligible seniors are issued Senior Meal Choice cards similar to credit cards. When going to a participating restaurant, the seniors identi­ fy themselves as Senior Meal Choice participants and make selections from an approved menu. The servers or clerks swipe the card just as they would a credit card. Mary Bauer, clinical serv­ Just Arrived... 2004 Chevrolet Colorado More arriving daily. See a Bill Seif Professional ices manager with Bumham Brook, is spearheading the new initiative. "We are pleased to be able to serve seniors in areas of Barry County that have not been served before by our nutrition services, and the restaurants have been won­ derful to work with in getting the program off of the ground," Bauer said. Congregate meals have been available in Hastings and Nashville for five days a week and in Delton and Woodland for three. By using services in local restaurants, participants in the program are provided increased food selections and scheduling flexibility. Participating restaurants include Thomapple Kitchen in Middleville and Prairieville Family Inn in Delton, and more restaurants will be added later to the pro­ gram. Pennington said the Senior Meal Choice program will be limited to residents of Delton and Middleville, which are currently the target areas. The Commission on Aging serves as provider of this and other Bumham Brook-funded services in Barry County, including home-delivered and congre­ gate meals. Even with the restrictions, Pennington says, “Although the program is very limited we remain excited about offering the senior citizens of Barry County yet another option for senior dining." The grant tor the program was $35,000 a year ago. but for 2004 the grant is being reduced to only $30,700. Pennington said. “Since Senior Meal Choice meals cost us significantly more that the catered meals served at our regular dining centers, we naturally need to severely limit the number of Senior Meal Choice meals avail­ able.” Tim McIntyre, director of Bumham Brook said. “We do not intend that this pro­ gram negatively impact the Barry County program. Instead we believe this pro­ gram will help us serve those who are not being serviced by the congregate meal pro­ gram." He says that the cost per meal at a congregate set­ ting is $5.50. Staff at the Region III B Area on Aging anticipate that the cost of the Senior Choice meals will be between $5.50 and $6.00. Participants are encour­ aged to support the program with suggested donation amounts per meal. Donations should be made at the time meal credits are assigned. Bumham Brook has been providing social and nuta­ tion services throughout Barry' and Calhoun counties since being designated by the state as the Region III B Area Agency on Aging (AAA) in 1996 To obtain a meal card, call the Barry County Commission on Aging at 269-948-4856. BARRY COUNTY RESIDENTSKELLOGG COMMUNITY COLLEGE MAKE 2004 YOUR MOST PRODUCTIVE YEAR EVER! The KCC FEHSENFELD CENTER will reopen on Monday, January Sth. There is still time to register for the WinterlSpring semester which starts in mid to late January. Check out your educational options regarding: * Certificate and degree pro­ grams * 2 plus 2 transfer curriculums * High School Dual­ Enrollment * Classes for professional development ★Allied health program prerequisites * MACRAO agreement (general education) requirements START WITH US- WE LL HELP GET YOU THERE! �Page 10/The Sun and News, Middleville, December 30, 2003 Auction, continued from page 1 watch. Roger Stiles spent 67 sum­ mers, on Gun Lake and said he has many good memories of Bay Pointe. He and his wife. Narcene. said they were sad to see the restaurant go and were “apprehensive” about what was taking its place Bidding began at 9:30 a.m. with items from the kitchen. Stemware, dish rack holders, silverware and plat­ ters all went to the highest bidder. During the auctioning of one tray, Tobias asked “How many wedding cakes have set on that?” Former Bay Pointe co­ owner Jackie Martin was on hand to watch the sale. During the confusion her purse did get misplaced, but the crowd knew who to look for. The fast-paced auction quickly sold the 300 place settings of dishes, a mop bucket, an array of glasses and pans. After close to an hour, the group split into two rings, with those remaining in the main dining room and anoth­ er auctioneer heading to the upstairs. Everything in the bed­ rooms also went very quick­ More than 360 bidders were on hand to purchase a piece of Bay Pointe, with auc­ tioneer Kendall Tobais running the show. It was standing room only at the auction, with guests Lu and Nick Urman standing in a window, hoping to get a better look. ly. Most people seemed to wander throughout the build­ ing and draw in the busy atmosphere. Even with the thick noise. word spread quickly of a sin­ gle picketer out on the lawn. Heather Gahan felt the need to publicly express her sadness over the loss of Bay 'TJoppy 'xifofldays ’r&om uAQQ Seif Chevrolet Qis at... Caledonia loti a gneat goati. us be ol s&tvlce in 2OO4f 632 E. Main St., Caledonia 891-2220 or 891-8104 Almost everything was up for auction, including dish­ es, wood work, table clothes, champagne buckets and the bathroom sink. Pointe by carrying a single picket sign stating “Stop this greed, preserve history.” Gahan said she had her wedding rehearsal dinner at the restaurant and wondered why it couldn’t be saved. Christopher J. Hier, 616-891-1240 TK Senior Parents to meet Jan. 5 General Dentistry'for Children & Adults — NEW PATIENTS WELCOME — Early Morning & Evening Appointments Available Conveniently located on Af-37 in Caledonia (Right on the way to orfrom work) Quality dental care in a relaxed and friendly atmosphere. She also said she didn’t want further commercialization of Gun Lake and that the restaurant should have been preserved. Even though Gahan pick­ eted alone, many said they also had fond memories and wished Bay Pointe could have been preserved The historic home, which was originally built between 1902 and 1906, was pur­ chased by Ron Jackie Martin purchased in 1978. WHITE Your Smile The First Thing People See! The next meeting of the Thomapple Kellogg High School Senior Parents ewill be at 7 p.m Monday, Jan. 5, at McFall Elementary Parents are working on Final plans for this year’s alcohol free, after graduation parts. Renovations werr completed in 1983 and it became the Bay Pointe Restaurant. In 1982 the Colonial Revival style building was admitted to the State Register of Historic Buildings and for its importance in American his­ tory and culture, it was listed on the National Register in 1985. Marlin sold the restaurant last fall to Mike Powers of Bay Corp., who originally had hoped to have the build­ ing moved. But to move the restaurant, it would have cost more than $2(X),(XX) and would have taken 60 to 90 days, which was too long. Recent news that the structure could not be moved gave way to the auction and the restaurant’s demolition today, Tuesday, Dec. 30. Once the restaurant is demolished, construction will begin on a new 40-rixim hotel in its place at the begin­ ning of the new year. The Architectural Group (TAG) of Grandville has designed the new Bay Point Inn and Restaurant. Johnson Construction of Grandville was contracted for construc­ tion with plans calling to retain the charm of Bay Pointe, with a combination of 40 rooms and suites, hav­ ing some with Fireplaces and whirlpool tubs. The 34,000square-foot, three-story resort will feature an indtxir heated pool, spa and exercise facility. Relaxed gourmet dining will be offered while over­ looking the Gun Lake shore­ line with an outdoor summer seating on the patio. There also will be a variety of planned events such as wed­ dings at the new resort. As the new resort moves in there are promises to remember the past and plans to build future memories. Call for Classifieds 945-9554 or 1-899-870-7985 �The Sun and News. Middleville. December 30,2003/ Page 11 Financial Focus £*) Holiday hours set Furnished by Drew McFadden of Edward Jones and Co. • (616) 891-1173 A Mr M Time for New Year’s Now that it’s almost 2004. it s time to make some New Year’s resolutions. What are yours? Lose weight? Volunteer more? Quit smok­ ing? Spend more time with your family? All these are worthwhile goals. But. while you're in the resolution-making frame of mind, don't forget your financial resolutions. Here are some to think about: • Cut your debt load - If you feel overburdened by debt, you’re not alone. Al the beginning of 2003. American households owed, on aver­ age, nearly $9,000 on all credit cards, according to Cardweb.com, a Web site that provides credit card information to consumers. This figure is up 173 percent over the past decade. You'll find it very hard to achieve your financial goals if you're overburdened by debt. Set a realistic goal for whittling down the amount you owe. And avoid taking on unnec­ essary new debts through more credit card purchases. • Increase your retirement savings - Put in as much as you can afford to your IRA and your 401 (k) or other employer-sponsored retire­ ment plan. These tax-advan­ taged accounts are great ways to help boost your retirement savings. • Put bonuses and salary increases to work - Consider investing your bonuses and salary increases. If you don't really need the additional money to meet your basic Saving on home insurance is “No Problem.” t R i undrcds of thousands e ™ L of families are saving needs, you can put it to work helping you build your investment portfolio. • Avoid tapping into your investments - Try to build an "emergency* cash cushion of about three to six months worth of living expenses. Once you’ve established this fund, you won’t need to tap into your investments to pay for major car repairs, new appliances or any other unexpected costs. And by letting your investments have the opportunity to grow as long as possible, you can accelerate your progress toward your long-term finan­ cial goals. • Diversify your portfolio By spreading out your dol­ lars over a wide range of assets - stocks, bonds, gov­ ernment securities, etc. - you can help cushion the impact of a downturn that may affect just one particular area. And by owning many different investments, you give yourself a better chance to succeed. • Keep emotions out of investing - There’s plenty of evidence that fear and greed drive the market. Don't be ruled by your emotions. If a stock is falling, you don't have to join the selling stam­ pede - especially if the com­ pany has good prospects. Conversely, don't chase after "hot stocks* - they may already be cooling off by the time you buy. • Protect your family - Go over your insurance cover­ age to ensure it is sufficient to help your family meet their needs should something happen to you. • Check your beneficiary designations - If you've gone through any significant changes in your life divorce, remarriage, stepchildren, etc. then you'll want to make absolute­ ly sure your beneficiary des­ ignations on all your finan cial documents are up to date and correct. • Boost college savings - If you have a child, it’s never too soon to start saving for college. Consider opening a 529 plan or a Coverdell Education Savings Account. • Rebalance as needed - As your needs, goals and per­ sonal situation evolve over time, you'll want to adjust your portfolio. Your invest­ ment professional can help you make the appropriate changes. By following through on these resolutions, you can make great strides toward improving your financial sit­ uation in 2004 - and in all the years to follow. Parenting workshops scheduled The Barry County Abuse Council will offer free parent­ ing workshops at the TK Learning Center this winter and spring. The workshops are targeted at parents of all children. The workshop topics and dates will be Jan. 6, Evolving Parenting; Feb. 3, Discipline; Leaving vour job* March 2. Bullying; April 13, Emotional Roller Coaster of Parenting. These workshops are con­ ducted by speakers with expertise in the topic. The workshops are held at the TK Learning Center, 507 West Main St. in Middleville, room 107. Child care will be provid­ ed. Pizza and pop will be served at 5:30. Workshops begin at 6. Pre-registration is necessary. Call the Barry County Abuse Council at 948-3264 to reserve a spot. at 2 local libraries The Caledonia and Thomapple Kellogg School and Community libraries will be open this week around the New Year’s holi­ day. Anyone looking for a book or students working on vacation homework can stop by. The Caledonia Library will close at 5 p.m. on Wednesday. Dec. 31. and will be closed the entire day Thursday. Jan. 1. 2004. It will be open regular hours on Friday and Saturday. GET MORE NEWS! Subscribe to the Hastings Banner. Call 945-9554 for more information. For more information about hours during the rest of the time, call 616-647-3840. The Thomapple Kellogg School and Community Library will be closed on Wednesday. Dec. 31. and Jan. 1. 2004. The library will be open from 9 am to 4 p.m. Monday and Friday and from 9 a.m. to 8 p.m. on Tuesday during the break. Call 795-5434 for more information. 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December 30, 2003 Temporary cement crushing approved in Caledonia Twp. by Ruth Zachary Staff Writer The Caledonia Township Board Dec. 17 approved a signed agreement between the township enforcement officer, Ed Rusticus, and property owner. Gordon Jousma. to allow crushing equipment to be used tem­ porarily in February or March. Crushing would occur on site and allow the material to be more easily hauled away in trucks. The site is located on the edge of a stream from Kraft Lake flowing toward the Thomapplc River. The proposed crushing activity would have started this month and was to have been finished in 90 days. The township contract with the landowner reportedly includ­ ed a cutoff date for use of the crusher. Caldonia Township Treasurer Jill Cardwell pointed out that as this is on residential property and she was not clear what was to be done with the crushed mate­ rial. She wanted a date for both completion of crushing and hauling away by Feb. 28, 2004. to be added to the con­ tract . Where the concrete would be dumped was not clear. The plan was discussed Dec. 3, but tabled after sev­ eral air and water quality concerns were voiced by cit­ izens. In the meantime. Supervisor Bryan Harrison had received legal advice. The board was said to have the discretion to allow tem­ porary crushing to eliminate the nuisance of the concrete pile on Jousma's property, accumulated over years of time before there was an ordinance disallowing it Resident Kris Apol said she thought if the concrete was to be hauled out as a crushed product, it should also be possible to haul it out as it is without crushing. The activity would be offensive to neighbors, she said. Citizen Mike Kerry said he had heard former Planning Commission Chairman Dick Dunn tell Jousma not to bring in the concrete, and had watched "dump truck after dump truck moving concrete in there." He said Jousma sev­ eral years before had announced plans to put in a concrete crushing plant, and no one had stopped him. "Now if he's to be reward­ ed with a concrete crushing plant. 1 will be terribly disap­ pointed." Kerry said. Despite Trustee Wally Bujak's motion to deny the TOWNSHIP OF YANKEE SPRINGS BARRY COUNTY, MICHIGAN NOTICE OF ORDINANCE ADOPTION TO THE RESIDENTS AND PROPERTY OWNERS OF THE TOWNSHIP OF YANKEE SPRINGS. BARRY COUNTY. MICHIGAN AND ANY OTHER INTER­ ESTED PERSONS: PLEASE TAKE NOTICE THAT AT A REGULAR MEETING OF THE YANKEE SPRINGS TOWNSHIP BOARD OF TRUSTEES HELD ON DECEM­ BER 11. 2003, THE TOWNSHIP BOARD OF TRUSTEES ADOPTED AN ORDI­ NANCE TO AMEND ARTICLE III OF THE YANKEE SPRINGS TOWNSHIP ZONING ORDINANCE, TO REPEAL ALL ORDINANCES OR PARTS OF ORDINANCES IN CONFLICT HEREWITH AND TO PROVIDE FOR AN EFFECTIVE DATE OF SAID ORDINANCE AMENDMENT TO THE YANKEE SPRINGS TOWNSHIP ZONING ORDINANCE ORDINANCE NO 124)1.03 ADOPTED: 12JLLQ3 EFFECT! VEQ1.Q8.20Q4 AN ORDINANCE TO AMEND ARTICLE III OF THE YANKEE SPRINGS TOWNSHIP ZONING ORDINANCE. TO REPEAL ALL ORDINANCES OR resolution granting permis­ sion to allow the crusher, it was defeated in a 4-3 vote. Denial of the motion essen­ tially approved the agree­ ment between Rusticus. the enforcement officer and the property owner. Bujak included reasons for denial as "due to the health, safety and welfare concerns from the potential negative effect of fugitive dust and noise emissions reg­ ulated by the state, due to the unnecessary need to allow this activity, and violate township zoning ordinances, that would not otherwise allow an industrial activity in an R-R zone, potential envi­ ronmental impact to waters of the state... the Kraft Lake outlet, tributary to the Thomapple River, and due to the last minute addition of this agenda item, which does not allow for thorough inves­ tigation by board members, and the opportunity for citi­ zens who will be directly impacted, to voice their con­ cerns." Trustee Richard Robertson questioned whether the agreement should be supported since the board had not yet verified state permits. He did not want the township to give permission for an activity in violation of state regulations. Harrison said the activity could not go ahead until the Michigan Department of Environmental Quality or state mandated permits were in place. Trustee Bill Bravata said Fenema, the crushing com­ pany that owns the equip­ ment. has the required EPA and DEQ permits, already having passed a rigorous process to be in compliance. He said the soil erosion and sedimentation prevention measures had to be in place, overseen by the DEQ, before the crusher could begin. He said the township could ask for copies of all the permits. Robertson said this was a violation of a township ordi­ nance and opposed the action as inappropriate, in spite of ...for the opportunity of serving you. Looking forward to 2004. 500 Arlington Street (M-37) Middleville 795-3550 what it was expected to accomplish. He said there was another option, "simply to truck the stuff off the site, the way it came in." Bravata said he hoped the action taken by the enforce­ ment officer to correct a problem would be supported by the board. He said if not crushed, hauling out the material would take all win­ ter long. He said it had taken 10 to 15 years of hauling it in. Bujak agreed most of the permits would have to be in place before the crushing could begin, but said the township agreement to allow temporary crushing would likely expire before the per­ mits to start the operation would be received from state agencies, which take about 60 days. Because of this. Bujak said he was not sure the township could set a deadline for the activity to cease. In that case, the matter may come up again. In other business at the Dec. 17 meeting of the Township Board: • The Snowberry Site Condominium, recommend­ ed by the Planning Commission, was unani­ mously approved by the board. The development, off Snow Avenue will have nine homes on 26 acres, with pri­ vate wells and septic sys­ tems. A private road will access the sites. Prior to voting, Robertson said, "I would like to use this opportunity to clear the record. There have been mis­ statements made... when we were considering the Garden Grove development... Bill Bravata said 'no matter what, if it involves development in this township, certain board members will be against it every time.'" Robertson said the refer­ ences were to himself and Trustee Wally Bujak. "I'm here to tell you that statement... is not true." He said he had reviewed all the board meetings since 2001, and of 20 actions involving development, "I voted in the affirmative 18 of those 20 times.... in favor of develop­ ment." He said he could explain reasons he had voted against the other two. "I realize that's not the A+ grade that some would get from the developer's report card, but that represents my genuine effort to look at these projects, and if I have concerns to raise them, and not rubber stamp them just because the developer wants to go forward." Robertson said such com­ ments served to discredit his record, misrepresent his feel­ ings. and mislead the public about his public service. He said those kind of comments had no place in that forum. Trustee Brasata respond­ ed. "I stand corrected, and I publicly apologize to my col­ league ’ • Prior approval of 2003 legal bills is required for payment Cardwell asked for payment of legal bills for August and September. The bill for August was $15,187 and for September was $18,048. Bills will be credited to the 2003 budget, but are about four months behind, which raised concerns of over-budget legal costs for the year Harrison said the bills got mislaid in his stacks of paper and apologized for the problem. Robertson said payment of these bills would be over the 2003 budget by $25,000 by November. He said the year's legal budget was $65,000. and this payment would bring the township nearly $60,000 over budget. He said next year's budget is $75,000 for the entire year, "and we re spending almost half of that in the next two months." Cardwell explained that not all of the payment was coming from the general fund budget. She said some of the costs may be shown to be attributed to developer escrow accounts, or other departments, reducing the totals coming from the gen­ eral fund. • The board approved a resolution establishing a five-member board of direc­ tors to create a Township Community Cable Corporation. Members would serve three-year terms, though they would be staggered at the beginning. Three members of the cable board will include a village resident, a township resident and someone representing the schools. The Village Cable Board members may or may not be representatives from the Village Council. Only one of the members may also be on the Township Board. The cable board would recommend a budget and seek funding by township approval. If the operation is dissolved, unused assets would revert to the township. Harrison said this was an "attempt to get some consis­ tency in the operations and also to share this community asset with the village and the schools, both formally and functionally, and this will allow us to do that." He encouraged any interested citizens to volunteer for either the board of directors or for participation on the functional end of televising. No location for the opera­ tion has yet been selected. The resolution would commit the yownship to funding the operation, though at present only some portion of cable franchise fees coming to the township would be used. The village has not yet committed any funds to the cable board. The village also receives cable franchise fees. • A special land use permit to allow Davenport University to proceed with university activities on its new property was approved. The permit is required in addition to the rezoning, granted several months ago. A special use permit stays with the property, should Davenport discontinue its operation and move to anoth­ er location in the future. • The first reading of Fairbanks Estates PUD was approved. • Jasonville Farms Phase 7 was given final approval. • The board set 2004 meet­ ing dates and times for first and third Wednesdays at 7 p.m.. except where holidays occur, resulting in adjust­ ment later on. • Bravata said carbon monoxide detectors, batter­ ies, and safety inspections are available free to senior citizens and people in need, from the Fire and Safety Department, funded by Federal grant money. • Harrison reported the Kent County Sheriff s Dept, will hold a police academy starting in January, once a week for 12 weeks. "It's a very worthwhile program." the supervisor said, adding that he has par­ ticipated. as a community customer representative. He said the academy gave "a good idea of what they do and to know what resources arc available." Board mem­ bers or interested community members can participate. They should call Sergeant Mike Breen at 632-6178 • The Kent County Health Department also has a haz­ ardous waste program. Cleaning products. oil, car batteries, brake fluid, paint and more may be disposed of through the program. Call J36 2501. • A Christmas tree recy­ cling program, which is explained in the township newsletter, is offered. Trees may be taken to Harder and Warner nurseries during reg­ ular business hours. Volunteers are needed to help • A 100th Street summit between community mem­ bers and agency representa­ tives was held recently. Harrison said the need for left turn lanes was recog­ nized by officials from the Michigan Department of Transportation, but but peo­ ple in the community are even more insistent for installation of a signal and are attempting to convince the M1XJT both are needed. M-DOT was said to expect money by 2005 for intersection lane improve­ ments. Officials didn't rule out doing something sooner, which sounded hopeful to some who participated. Harrison reported that the extra traffic coming from that development, as well as the one expected to be approved between Kinsey and 100th, were to be docu­ mented as reasons for the need for a traffic signal at the intersection. A 60-day traffic study is to be done by the developer of Garden Grove at 100th Street and M-37. Offers of additional money toward the cost of a traffic signal by the town­ ship, village and developers have been discussed, and it is hoped the financial contribu­ tion will help M-DOT to agree to install the signal. �The Sun and News. Middleville. December 30, 2003/ Page 13 Caledonia Twp. budget reporting woes blamed on software errors by Ruth Zachary Staff Writer The Caledonia Township Board Dec. 17 rejected the recommendation of Clerk Pat Snyder and Treasurer Jill Cardwell and did not approve the purchase of BS&A software for around $21,400. The software was to replace Fund Balance soft­ ware, which had been used for the past two years or more Repeated problems with inaccurate print outs by the currently used Fund Balance software were explained as the reason to switch. Snyder said. "The deputy (clerk) and I have input the budget over the past couple years, several times, and the numbers all of a sudden disappear. There have been some double postings to fund balance, and Fund Balance (consultants) couldn't figure out why... and we have had problems with their support." Snyder said the BS&A software coincides with the treasurer's software, that used by the building inspec­ tor. The program would cost approximately $21,400 or less for general fund, accounts payable and plus training. It would come from the 2004 budget. Bids from ocher software providers were received, one at $ 11.000 less than for the BS&A package. Another was for $24,000. Neither included training. and Snyder said these were not exactly matched to their needs. Supervisor Bryan Harrison said. "The Fund Balance software is a highly thought of, highly used, soft­ ware. as is BS&A. How do we know this will perform better than the current soft­ ware?" Snyder said many town­ ships had abandoned Fund Balance because of the prob­ lems and support Fund Balance offers. She said more townships had gone with BS&A and haven't had any problems. Harrison argued. ’We also have as part of the proposal, the data conversion, and given that our current system has some problems with it. why is the transfer data not currently representative of our status...?" Snyder said the things to be transferred were not caus­ ing the problems, rather it w as the way the current pro­ gram was functioning once the data w as input. Trustee Richard Robertson agreed the report­ ing by Fund Balance was not correct, with discrepancies between revenues and expenditures. "I am not convinced new software is the solution," he said, adding he doesn t believe Fund Balance is intrinsically corrupt. He said Gaines Township uses it. and "they are satis­ fied with it." He said the same was true of Byron Township, and spokesmen said recently any problems had been resolved and sup­ port had improved. He opposed spending ’$20,000 to buy a system we already have.' He cautioned against spending when state revenue sharing funds are being reduced. Trustee Wally Bujak also did not support the expendi­ ture. and said he thought per­ haps additional training for the clerk’s office was needed. He said he had not in three years seen a balanced report. He said in the past when reports were done by hand, a balanced report was shown. "We need to do a better job of providing these reports and making sure the information is accurate." Snyder said she cannot make up the numbers, and has no accurate source for the balanced figures as long as the program is not functioning with accuracy. She said the revenue expenditure report was late this month because there were still prob­ lems with the program reversing as it should. Cardwell supported this opinion. "This is not human Thomapple Plan Commission approves review of T&M site The Thomapple Township Planning Commission last week approved contracting of M/o. with an independent engineering firm to evaluate the T&M sand mining site on M- VILLAGE OF MIDDLEVILLE OPEN COMMISSION SEAT Interested citizens invited to apply for the following available Commission seat PLANNING COMMISSION 1 - unexpired term Apply in writing to Village of Middleville 100 East Main Street Middleville. Ml 49333 Attn.: Village President Letters must be received by January 9, 2004, 5 p.m. Appointments to be made January 13, 2004 At the regular meeting of the Village Council Rhonda L. Fisk Village Clerk 05519535 37. Tom I .ara be I of Pathfinder Engineering attended the meeting to report the compa­ ny believed this expenditure would just be a reworking of the analysis that his firm had already done for T&M. Discussion focused on how in the past the independ­ ent hydrogeologic review had helped commission members understand sites better. The commission also set a public hearing for the Jan. 19 meeting to discuss proposed ordinances. There include requiring site evaluation by the Barry-Eaton District Heath Department for each new land division and site condominium parcels, pro­ hibiting land divisions served by non-conforming private roads and providing definitions for public sani­ tary sewer and public water supply. BRUCE'S FRAME & ALIGNMENT Complete Frame Repair • Professional Color Matching Loaner Cars • Front End Alignment • Collision Repair • Glass Repair call... (269) 795-9596 All Makes and Models All Insurances Welcome Owned and Operated by... Bruce Bender 415 2nd Street Middleville There was a discussion about the non-conforming roads provision since there are several in the township with property that might be divided. Planner Geoff Moffat discussed the need for roads to be able to built to county standards which allows access by emergency vehicles. The commission reviewed the strip maps provided by the M-37 corridor commit­ tee. Any comments added to the maps will be returned to the committee by Jan.9. The next meeting of the Thomapple Township Planning and Zoning Commission will be on Monday, Jan. 19, at 7 p.m. error." She said she did not work w ith the software, "but 1 will tell you what we are seeing on the screen’ and when it is printed out. "the numbers are completely dif­ ferent." She concluded the problems were with the soft­ ware. Harrison said he had not attempted to talk with Fund Balance people, because he did not input the figures. He thought they might have questions about how the soft­ ware was being used. Snyder said consultants had spent a lot of time look­ ing at the problem, and "They still can't answer some of the questions and why it does what it did." Robertson said he usually could find discrepancies in the reports, and reminded he had been pointing them out for a long time. "Had I not brought them to the attention of the board, we would be under the assumption these numbers were correct. If I thought getting away from Fund Balance was the solu­ tion to that. 1 would be the first person... to support it." He said everyone has problems with software. He said when the discrepancies occur, that is the time to address them. "I'm not sure this expendi­ ture solves our problems." Snyder said she hoped to have new software by the first of the year, to get start­ ed. but w as turned down A 43 vote defeated her motion. With no apparent solution to current problems, the mat­ ter soon may come up again. VILLAGE OF MIDDLEVILLE W* 2004 MEETING SCHEDULE The Middleville Village Council meets regularly on the second and fourth Tuesdays of every month at 7:00 p.m. in the Council Chambers, except as may otherwise be posted in accordance with the Open Meetings Act. Meetings scheduled for 2004 are on the following dates January 13 & 27 July 13 & 27 February 10 & 24 August 10 & 24 March 11 (Thursday) & 23 September 14 & 28 April 13 & 27 October 12 & 26 May 11 & 25 November 9 & 23 December 21 June 8 & 22 The Middleville Planning and Zoning Commission meets reg­ ularly on the first Tuesday of every month at 7.00 p.m. in Council Chambers, except as may otherwise be posted in accordance with the Open Meetings Act Meetings scheduled for 2004 are on the following dates: January 6 July 6 February 3 August 3 March 2 September 7 April 6 October 5 May 4 November 3 (Wednesday) June 1 December 7 The Site Plan Review Committee, of the Middleville Planning and Zoning Commission, and the Middleville Zoning Board of Appeals meet on an as-needed basis in the Council Chambers Notices of all as-needed meetings and meeting changes for each of these bodies will also be posted at the Village Office in accordance with applicable laws. The public is welcome to attend and participate in any open session of any of these bod­ ies. Proposed and approved meeting minutes of each body, for either regular or special meetings, will be available tor public inspection in the Village Offices during normal business hours in accordance with the Open Meetings Act, the Freedom of Information Act, and other applicable laws and related Village policies Expert Body & Paint Repair (616) 868-6087 All Vehicle Makes & Models Insurance Claims - Save On beductibles All Work Fully Guaranteed Free Computer Estimating In Business Since 1978 Spray-In Truck Bedliners Protect your new truck or improve your older one Owner - Kevin Wagner Corner of Whitneyville & 68th Street www.kevinsbodysbop.com �Page 14/The Sun and News, Middleville. December 30. 2003 From Our Readers Local Citizens Speak Out On Issues Emergency service needs to make wholesale changes Dear editor: Re: The Dec. 18 Banner back page article about Thomapple Township hiring another full-time paramedic/firefi ghter. As a former employee of that service, not a former dis­ gruntled employee as I have been referred to in the past, this comes as no surprise. Thomapple Township Emergency Services Director Mark Marentette asked for more money and now he’s getting it after first being told “no” at Thomapple Township’s reg­ ular board meeting. Township Supervisor Don Boysen called a special meeting on the matter, the first such meeting he has called in his 21-year career as supervisor. This, after four other members of the board said no. Why can’t the super­ visor and Marentette just stop after being told no? Apparently they don't care about the taxpayers’ money. Both of them, along with Trustees Patrick Harrisan. Walter Eavey and Debra Buckowing have champagne tastes on a beer budget. .... Wi I commend board mem­ bers Susan Vhetstra. Michael Kelly and Rex Schad for showing concern about tax­ payers' money and being able to afford another employee. With today’s high unemployment rates and after reading several foreclo­ sure notices printed in area newspapers, it’s obvious our economy can't afford anoth­ er $34,000 plus benefits for another person on a service that can handle it in-house by changing a few things. It was stated there was concern about the ambulance ^HAIKODK ER TIRE SALE Radial H714 DynaPro AT RF08 All Season S, T. 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Plus Bill Seif Savings peals Don't cet Any Better Than This! Bill Seif Chevrolet Buick a F^oa, V8 Sawaa, • «M» S M-37 X HASTINGS^ 288-»45-2425 1-800-235-2425 ZO\ metal strip through the use of roller dies. Some applica­ tions include ceiling tile grids, kitchen drawer slides, tubes and pipes, gutters and office furniture compo­ nents." He is the lead engineer for roll forming operations at Knoll Grand Rapids, (an office furniture manufactur­ er). He is considered a spe­ cialist in the rollform indus­ try. He is a native of northwest Germany. He and his wife, Cathy, have two sons who attend Caledonia schools. Spare time activities include reading, research, restoration of old machinery, fishing and family time. He has been a resident of the United Stales for nearly 17 years. His studies include the equivalancy of an associ­ ate degree in business man­ agement and administration and a master’s degree in Naval Operations Technology. He says, "I’m looking for­ ward to working with the council in this capacity.” New Year's Eve, Wednesday, December 31“ OPEN UNTIL 1:00 P.M. New Year’s Day, Thursday, January lu CLOSED 0%upt. s4,000 72 Months Um* 4 weowmy 8 t a miles to the north. Fourth, get rid of Marentette and hire an administrator/chief who is a paramedic and has experi­ ence running an Advance Life Support Ambulance service. Marentette did say one thing that was true, the people of this community does deserve an ambulance when they need It. I don't think they care whose, long as one arrives in a prompt and timely fashion when needed. These concerns and sug­ gestions come from the fact that my family and I are tax­ payers and residents of Thomapple Tow nship, as are my parents and siblings. My family had to use TTES once for my 6-year-old son. The attitude of the paramedic left something to be desired. He had a form for my wife to sign, saying she was refusing medical care and transport to the hospital, but she wasn't refusing either. His attitude was. “Well, if you want us to transport, we could." Is that not the essential job of ambulances? lhat kind of behavior and attitude is not needed or expected from paramedics. So maybe Mr. Boysen. Mr. Eavey. Mr. Harrison and Ms, Buckowing should fix the problem correctly and not apply only a bandage to a major leak. I am sick and tired of being fleeced by a township government that’s supposed to look at and con trol spending habits. Donald Clinton, Firefighter, taxpayer. paramedic. Middleville In order for our employees to spend time with their families, our office hours will be: Rebates up to _JT-V— manned, usually by him or manned by other paid on-call paramedics. Where are the other paramedics who manned the second ambu­ lance? They have been insulted, lied too and badg­ ered into quitting the sen ice. This is why. when the new administrator was hired, he.she should have been a paramedic. Another thing that could be done is make the second ambulance a basic or limited advanced unit. At a basic level, only a basic EMT and a medical first responder could run the ambulance and respond to calls. Not only would this save money, it would save on response time That unit could respond, as well as an ALS unit from a neighboring service. That means no more 27-minute response times for patient care. Basic units carry AEDs. so in cardiac arrest situations electrical therapy and CPR can be started before ALS arrives. Thirdly, when a situation arises in which another ALS service has to respond, make sure the closest service responds. In one situation I had the displeasure of hear­ ing on a fire/EMS scanner, the TTES units were busy and a medical request came from Carvath Village, an assisted living facility in Middleville. Instead of call­ ing an ambulance from a service 10 miles to the west or another service 11 miles to the south, the administra­ tor had dispatch send Life EMS from Grand Rapids to the call. That makes no sense, a service 20 or more Alto man now chairman of U.S. Rollform Council s35.00 Computer Wheel Alignment, Front & Rear VF service's fund balance of $200,000 shrinking to $50,000. Marentette said he was working on that prob­ lem. How? After he went out and bought a new/used Tahoe so he can drive it when he wishes at the tax­ payers’ gas expense? Marentette is getting a salary raise from $43,000 to more than $53,000 a year. Public safety is of utmost concern, but let it be handled by someone who has experi­ ence running an Advanced Life Support ambulance. When Marentette was hired he didn't have any experi­ ence. Yes, he was a para­ medic in another state and has experience running a fire department with medical first responders, but that’s another story. Here are few suggestions: The first thing needing change is make sure Marentette obtains his para­ medic license so he can help staff the second ambulance When he was hired, he was told by the board he must obtain his paramedic license. And after reading the Thomapple Township meet­ ing minutes, he was told again. I have been told by some at TI ES that he hasn’t even started a class yet. Before he was hired as administrator, there was rarely a time the second ALS ambulance was unable to be put in service with a para­ medic and at least a basic EMT. Why was this? The fire chief before him was committed to the service and the community. The chief would make sure the second ambulance was § 5^/ | HAPPY HOLIDAYS! Hastings City Bank Here For You. Since 1886 �The Sun and News. Middleville. December 30. 2003/ Page 15 Scots’ family affair continues with win at Jesse Snow Invite The Caledonia varsity wrestling team celebrates its championship Saturday. December 20, at the Jesse Snow Memorial Invitational hosted by Maple Valley. (Photo by Tammie House) Caledonia's Tyler Bowden (top) works on pinning an opponent at the Jesse Snow Memorial. Bowden won his 112-pound weight class Saturday, December 20. (Photo by Tammie House) The Caledonia varsity Ted at 189 and Tyler at 130. At 103, Justin Maxim won wrestling season seems to Caledonia coach Jim the third place medal. The have been all about family so Maxim says that it hasn't Scots’ Caleb Moorhead at far been anything like the 135, Angel Castillo at 145, This time, rather than Hatfields and McCoys and Wit Wesenberg at 215 father/son duos, it was a pair between these two families. each finished in fourth place of brothers, the D'Amico’s With Ted and Frank at 189 in the nine team tournament. and the McCoys that helped and 171 the pair can push Behind the Scots with 220 lead the team to big things. each other in practice. The points and the Broncos with The Scots won the Jesse same goes for Tyler and 146 in the final standings Snow Memorial Invitational Billy in the 125 and 130 were Lakewood ‘B’ 136, Saturday. December 20. fin­ pound weight classes. Maple Willes 123.5. ishing 74 points ahead of Plenty of Scots not named Concord 121.5, Dansville second place Coopersville. D’Amico or McCoy had 111, Hopkins 95.5, Caledonia had medalists in good days at Maple Valley Kelloggsville 86, and Gull 11 of the 14 flights. as well. Tyler Bowden won Lake 70. Frank D’Amico at 171 the 112-pound weight class Also wrestling well was one of three Caledonia by besting Coopersville’s according to coach Maxim champions on the day. His Phil Wilds in the final with a were Steve Jousma and Zach brother Billy D'Amico was 10-8 decision. Jimmy House. Maxim said that second in the 125-pound Haisma won the 275-pound Jousma wasn’t just big for weight class. Brothers Ted flight with a 9-2 decision his effort on the mats. McCoy and Tyler McCoy over Dansville's Mike Jousma and Maxim made a each finished second as well. Brimhall. deal that if the Scots won the ‘Financial Aid Night’ will be Jan. 8 at TK The Guidance Department at Thomapple Kellogg High School will offer a “Financial Aid Night’’ at 7 p.m. Thursday. Jan. 8. in the high school auditorium. All interested parents/guardians of seniors and juniors planning to attend colleges or universi­ ties are wecome to attend. David Steffee, director of financial aid at Aquinas College, will present infor­ mation and answer questions about available financial aid. Caledonia Billy D’Amico (top) wrestling at 125 is all smiles as he works his way towards a second place finish at the Jesse Snow Memorial Invitational. (Photo by Tammie House) tournament, the team would have to have a snow tubing party over break. It was just a little extra motivation for the kids, and now the coach has a little extra work to do, scheduling a time for the team to hit the slopes. Hopefully, everyone leaves the slopes in good condition as the team pre­ pares for the Rogers Invitational after the break on January 3. The Scot JV squad will also be in action that Saturday at Godwin. YOUR ONE STOP WATER STORE loans and the completion of financial aid forms. All parents and guardians, seniors and juniors with questions or concerns are strongly urged to attend. Thank You for your support in 2003. We wish you and your family the best in 2004. Uiippy Nbw Yfeiir! ■ AMERICAN fl MANUFACTURED LIVING I 8? AT CIDER MILL VILLAGE 9980 Cherry Valley CateOonia (M-37) 1 -888-891-0303 • 616-877-4339 �Page 16/Tbe Sun and News. Middleville. December 30. 2003 Big sports stories in ‘03 on and off the field by Brett Bremer Sports Editor There were plenty of tri­ umphs. and tough times, on the local athletic fields for TK and Caledonia in 2003, but some of the area’s biggest news came off the field or was the field. The new sports turf that was installed in Bob White Stadium had plenty of people Caledonia first doubles players Mike Napper and Devin TePastte accept their medals after winning their flight at the O-K Gold conference championships last spring and helping their team to its first league crown since 1986. playoffs at the end of the reg­ christened the new field in ular season. August, as well as the new The Trojans fell in the dis­ Eric C. DeGroote Memorial trict opener to the then unde­ Scoreboard. feated Hamilton Hawkeyes. Another big off the field The football team wasn’t See Year in Sports, the only one using the new turf. TK’s soccer squad continued on next page The Trojan varsity football team's defense was domi­ nant for most of the fall, and it helped the team reach the playoffs once again Here the Trojan defense swarms a Hastings ball carrier in the first ever meeting between the two schools. 1997 Dodge Ram 4x4 Large box with high cap. Well maintained. $6,000. Call Ernie @269-945-9554 _ TK’s Patrick McKeown (left) tries to stay on his feet in an early match last winter during the Division 2 individ­ ual wrestling finals at the Palace. McKeown would wres­ tle his way to a fifth place medal over the weekend. talking as it was put down over the summer. The Trojan football team stepped onto the field for the first time for a game September 12. and promptly knocked off the Hastings Saxons in the schools’ first ever meeting 41-6. The Trojans also host­ ed the Scots on the turf later in October, but had to go on the road when they made the ' I O h/O/R/R/ UJ O/U/ ... We extend to you our best wishes and our sincere thanks for allowing us to be of service to you iWduring the past year. '* vr Sniders Caledonia Village Centre / Hours: Monday thru Thursday 10-530: Friday 10-8; Closed Sat. & Sun. AUTO LOANS Good Credit Bad Credit Bankruptcy Liens Etc... Short Job Time Repossession Siow Pay Collections Etc... Caledonia’s Angie Maxey leapt her way to a state title in the pole vault at the Division 2 track and field cham­ pionships in Caledonia last spring with a top height at the meet of 11’. Trojan freshman Rebecca Winchester, shown here helping the Trojan ladies to another conference title at Johnson Park, ran her was to 15th place in the state at this fall’s Division 2 finals at Michigan International Speedway. Wanted: Standing Timber Call Hughes Logging LLC Since 1980 Leonard Hughes Jr. (517) 852-9040 Log with Horses or Skidder JB HARRISON INSURANCE AGENCY COMPETITIVE AUTO RATES You May Qualify for Better Financing Than You Think! Over 500 New & Pre-Owned Vehicles to Choose From at... Hastings Mutual kpplicM1 \ WAYLAND jKnoin, tpmJU CHEVROLET & 00' T5ST?T wwwJuscngsrnuaaL corn CALL NOW 1-800-713-3777 Ask for Frank Hayes Af appucabons be accepted Daniel Urich 6661 Alden Nash, Alto Judy Harrison 868-0050 �The Sun and News. Middleville. December 30. 2003/ Page 17 Year in Sports, continued from previous page ever, to move past the Scots and Trojan girls’ teams once regionals rolled around, and both local squads saw their seasons’ end a step before the state meet. Middleville freshman Rebecca Winchester made it through on her own howev­ er. and ran her way to all state honors with a 15th place finish. Her time of 18:50.7 at the Division 2 state meet was the fastest time ever for a TK freshman. Wrestlers joined the run­ ners in gaining state acco­ lades in 2003. TK’s Patrick McKeown finished sixth in the state in the 135-pound weight class IF at the Division 2 individual finals last spring. He was the only local matman to medal, but TK’ Eric Reeder and Caledonia’s Frank D’Amico also made the trip to wrestle at the Palace. As a team, the Trojans won their 14th consecutive, and last. O-K Blue tide. As the 2003-04 season begins this winter the Trojans face some of their stiffest compe­ tition for a league crown in years in the Hastings Saxons. Both teams are ranked in the top ten in the state in Division 2 by the coaches See Year in Sports, continued on next page Athlete of the week Trojan athletic director Mark Uyl and his son Jackson “help" with some of the groundwork, as the new turf is installed in August. It was one of the last big projects for Uyl at TK, as he is leaving to take an assistant director position at the MHSAA. story was the fact that the taking over the AD job at his two football games, TK ver­ alma mater. Olivet College, sus Hastings, and TK versus and was replaced by Scott Caledonia, were conference Weis. games. The O-K Conference At Middleville, it was realignment put an emphasis announced that athletic on school size and on loca­ director Mark Uyl will be tion. meaning Middleville taking an assistant directors was now playing the O-K position with the MHSAA in Gold along with the Scots. January . No replacement has Hastings. Wayland. Byron been named, yet. Center. South Christian. Getting back to the real Wyoming Park, and Holland stars, the area did have one Christian. state championship to cele­ Along with those changes brate. Caledonia’s Angie Maxey at TK and Caledonia, both schools had announcements won the Division 2 girls’ of changes at the top in 2003. pole vault championship, Caledonia athletic director with an 11’ vault last spring Dave Price announced over as a junior. the summer that he would be At the same meet, the Steensma Plumbing Repair service run daily for your convenience 795-7495 10% off labor for senior citizens. fan Jlalitnzz Caledonia Varsity Wrestling Erin Samuels helped the Fighting Scot girls’ golf team back to the state finals in 2003 where the team finished sixth overall in Division 2. It wasn’t the only team of Trojans’ had their highest finish in a state event when runners which had another then junior Darrin Tape good year. The TK girls’ sprinted his way to second cross country team, after place in the 100-meter dash. dominating the O-K Blue for His 10.7 second time in one years took its winning for­ of the race’s preliminary mula to the O-K Gold and heats broke the TK school edged out South Christian and Caledonia for the league record. Also at the D-2 track and title. field championships The South Christian girls' Caledonia’s Mindy Bode team improved enough medaled in fifth place in the throughout the season how­ discus, and the Scots’ 1600meter relay team of Sean Morgan, Jim Haisma, Jon Hekman, and Pat O’Connor finished in eight place. The Trojan boys' team’s Jordan Hartley leapt to a sixth place medal in the high jump. In total 15 Trojan boys and girls made it to the state meet. Tape and Hartley had a good day, but their whole team had a good time during the conference season. The TK boys’ track and field squad won the O-K Blue title by coming out ahead of Hamilton and Coopersville at the season ending meet. Caledonia heavyweight Jimmy Haisma helped lead the Scots to a victory Saturday. December 20. at the Jesse Snow Memorial Invitational held at Maple Valley High School. Haisma was undefeated on the day in the 275-pound weight class, topping Dansville's Mike Brinhall In the finals with a 9-2 decision. The 4695 Middleville Rd. Lynn Denton M-37, Middleville, Ml Agency 1-800-443-5253 111 N. Mein St. Nashville, Ml 517-852-2005 MAKING YOUR FUTURE MORE PREDICTABLE r* FARM BUREAU B INSURANCE 06678182 .ARM BUR* AU MUTUAl • FARM BURiAU UM • FARM BURf Au MMRAl �Page 18/The Sun and News, Middleville. December 30. 2003 Don’t forget to look up and around you Caledonia's Frank D'Amico (top) does his best to keep an opponent down during action at last winter's Division 2 state wrestling finals at the Palace of Auburn Hills. Just a junior last year. D'Amico will try and win his way back as the 03-04 season begins. Year in Sports, continued from previous page — association. Caledonia had a pair of conference crowns to cele­ brate in 2003. The boys’ ten­ nis team and the boys’ golf team each won their first conference crowns of any kind since 1986. The Scot golf team also won a regional title, led by Abe Mulvihill. Isaac Mulvihill, Erin Foote. Loren Crandell. and Chris Ixathcrman. The tennis team shared its conference title with Unity Christian. The Scot team was sparked by the pair of Mike Napper and Devin TePastte at first doubles who won their flight at the conference tourney. The Trojan boys’ golf team was just behind the Scots all year, led by senior Chase VandenBerg who broke a slew of school records on his way to his sec­ ond straight selection to the all state honorable mention team. Caledonia's girls' golf team, a year after winning the state title, finished sixth overall in Division 2, after finishing second at regionals as a team. A couple local programs just missed out on earning titles. For the second season in a row the TK varsity boys’ basketball team fell at the hands of Lakewood in the district championship game. Caledonia's varsity girls’ soccer team reached the con­ ference championship game in the Gold tournament last spring but was knocked off by a very talented team from Unity Christian. There was one big good­ bye at TK in 2003. varsity volleyball coach Cindy Middlebush stepped down after 14 years leading the Trojan ladies. Prior to the team’s final home contest last winter the players presented her with a framed certificate of appreci­ ation reading. “In recogni­ tion of your leadership to the varsity volleyball program over the past 14 years, your present and former athletes thank you for all your contri­ butions.” by Patricia Johns Staff Writer I hope you were able to enjoy the Christmas holiday with'your family and friends. If you didn’t have time to look up at the stars in won­ der. take some time this week to contemplate the “Beagle II" and Mars. There are of course lots of earthbound stars who helped make the holidays just a little brighter. Just think of the stu­ dents and teachers at Thomapple Kellogg High School who willingly dressed up to raise money for charity. All the students in the Thomapple Kellogg schools who collected toys for families. Local 4-H groups raised money for families in need, the animals waiting for adoption at ani­ mal control and the hungry in the community. This time of year can be so hectic that we forget to look for the stars around us and up in the sky above. On Monday almost 300 people took a ride on the Holly Trolley through Middleville looking at Christmas lights. Some I have seen because they are still lit as I drive through the morning darkness. Stars fill me with wonder. I wonder if they have planets which haven’t yet been dis­ covered. Are there other uni­ verses like our own? I almost wish I was tiny enough to fit inside the Beagle II and get a really close look at Mars. I find looking up at the night sky very relaxing even though it is pretty chilly at this time of year. I wonder about the thousands of peo­ ple I have never met who have looked up at the sky before me and the thousands who will continue to look up after I am gone. The sky seems especially bright at this time of year. The sky is darker, the stars tw inkle in the frosty air and there is almost music there. This week we are sup­ posed to think about our res­ olutions. How we would change, lose weight, be kinder, get more exercise, etc. I want to suggest that instead of resolutions which only leave guilt in their wake, this is the week to have ideas. During the recently com­ pleted fund drive on Channel 35. Barbara Eger encouraged viewers to have idea parties. These parties allow people to brainstorm about what they would be doing if they could do what they really wanted. I am lucky that I have a job I really love so but 1 know that this is not true of everyone. Is this the year to change? Maybe a January party with your friends would help give directions to work toward. The one thing we know about ideas is. shared, the) grow and pro­ duce more ideas. So hoping the coming year is filled with great ideas, good health and good friends. Happy New Year. Call for Classifieds 945-9554 or 1-888-810-7085 �The Sun and News, Mtddteville. December 30, 2003/ Page 19 Middleville teens injured in crash Two Middleville teens were in critical condition after their vehicle struck a tree Saturday afternoon, Dec. 20. Andrew Townes. 16. was traveling south on Kiser Road near Cedar Hill Lane, lost control, ran off the road and hit the tree, said Michigan State Police at the Hastings Post. Both Townes and his pas­ senger. Michael A. Connor. 16, sustained multiple injuries and were transported to Spectrum Health Butterworth by AeroMed. police said. Townes and Connor are now in fair condition, said hospital authorities. No other vehicles were involved. The occupants were wear­ ing scat belts. Alcohol is not believed to be a factor, police said. The crash remains under investigation. Imwh & Garden For Rent Business Services Jobs Wanted Help Wanted FOR SALE: 1991 Toro reel master, 7 gang reel mowers, hydraulic lift. Good condi­ tion, $6,000. Call (269)9484190. HALL FOR RENT: Caledo­ nia Sportmans Club, newly renovated. 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Call (352)429-2409 > villa Greenery - Restaurant 6:00 - 10:00 p.m. Days. Open Dining at Villa Garden - 5.00 - 10:00 p.m. Call for reservations X < bring this ad and receive FREE dessert with dinner A* Enjoy New Years Eve with your family From 5:00 P.M. to 7:00 P.M. Family COSMIC BOWLING *40.00 PER lane and it includes shoe rental. _______ 5 people on a lane- $8.00 per person_______ f From 7:30 P.M. to 9:30 RM. Family COSMIC BOWLING *50.00 $PER LANE and it includes shoe rental. From 10:00 P.M. to 1:00 A.M. WE WILL HAVE OUR SMIC NEW YEARS E >Everyone will receive hats and party favors and snacks 'will be available all evening. The cost for this party is, Thank you for a great year . . . Hope to see you in 2004! Monterey Grille located one block north of 100th St. in Caledonia Plaza • 891-2928 Fresh Start Cafe located at 9866 Cherry Valley • Caledonia • 891-8275 r< *25.00 <"■ PER PERSON W»TH A MBt OR 4 PEOPLE OH A LANE! Middle Villa Inn ■” on m-37 just north of Middleville 795-3640 • 891-1287 MON.THURS 11:00AM TO 8:30PM • FRL 11:00AM TO MBPM • SAT 8 OGAM TO 900PM • SUH 9UCAM TO 2:30PM azaazsM___________________________________________________________________________________________ �Page 20/The Sun and News, Middleville. December 30, 2003 Gymnastic fun had at McFall Above: Kindergarteners and first graders had a chance to show off their gymnas­ tic skills for their parents and friends on Dec. 16 and 17. Physical Education teacher Jon Greenman congratulates students for showing off their gymnastic skills. LAST CHANCE TO SAVE GM announced they will scale back on rebates and incentives in 2004, with current rebates expiring Jan. 2nd. We are overstocked and just short of our sales goals so now is the best time to buy’ We’ll match _ any written deal. GM employees and family members receive an EXTRA $750. j Hurry. Sale ends Jan. 2, 2004. $4000 Rebate There was lots of running, rolling, balancing and fun going on during the two McFall gymnastic nights. 2004 2003 2003 2003 2003 Alto farmer winner in corn yield contest Cavalier Avalanche Suburban Venture Express Van $3500 Rebate 2004 Avalanche 2004 Impala 2004 Tracker 2004 Monte Carlo $2500 Rebate 2004 2004 2004 2004 2004 2004 2004 2004 S-10 Pick up Silverado Trail Blazer Suburban Tahoe Venture Astro Express Van Seif Chevrolet CALEDONIA Well Be There 616.891.8104 www.seifchev.com Mon. & Wed. 8am 8:30pm. Tu.. Th. & Fn 8am6pm. Sat. 8amdoog 06578156 Rudy Schutte of Alto was one of the top winners among the more than 3,600 com growers from 47 states across the United States who planted their 2003 com crop with a goal of winning the 2003 National Com Growers Association Com Yield Contest. Fifteen Michigan com growers faced this year’s challenges head on, includ­ ing extreme dryness in much of the state, and averaged over 222 bushels an acre to take the state’s top honors. The top yields from com producers across the nation ranged from nearly 315 to 229 bushels an acre. Schutte was third in the No-TilVStrip Till NonIrrigated Class with 206 bushels an acre First place went to Kevin Eickholt of Chesaning, with 223 bushels and second place was won by David Eickholt of Chesaning with 211. “The National Com Growers Association’s Com Yield Contest is an opportu­ nity for Michigan’s com pro­ ducers to demonstrate their best production methods for the chance to win national recognition and see how they stack up against their neigh­ bors,” said Jeff Fanner, Michigan Corn Growers Association President and com grower from Sandusky. "We congratulate this year’s state winners on a job well done!” Michigan’s winners from the 2003 Com Yield Contest will be honored at the Michigan Com Growers Association Annual Meeting tentatively scheduled for Sept. 10, 2004. Headquartered in DeWitt, the Michigan Com Growers Association is a grassrootsmembership association rep­ resenting the state’s com producers’ political interests. Since the 1970s the MCG A has been looking out for the state’s com producers and working to keep them on the cutting edge. For more infor­ mation, visit the website of MCGA and the Com Marketing Program of Michigan at www.micom.org. Callfor Classifieds 945-9554 or 1-800-870-7085 � Dublin Core The Dublin Core metadata element set is common to all Omeka records, including items, files, and collections. For more information see, http://dublincore.org/documents/dces/. 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